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The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

ADHOC PROGRAM ASSISTANT

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, research, capacity building, and care and support services. IHVN is seeking suitable and qualified candidates to fill in the position of an Adhoc Program Assistant.

Position:	Adhoc Program Assistant
Unit:	Clinical Laboratory
Department:	Laboratory

Opening Date: 26^th April 2022
Closing Date:   1^st May 2022

Summary/Overview:

The Adhoc Program Assistant, will report to the HOD clinical laboratory services and work closely with the HIV DR sequencing unit. S/he will take part in routine analytical work in the HIV DR sequencing lab. S/he will be involved in receipt of samples and reagents, keeping of sample inventory, documentation of laboratory processes, sample preparation for genomic analysis and other duties as assigned.

 Responsibilities

• Select and label samples in preparation for testing.
  Maintain all laboratory records.
• Sample preparation for genomic analysis and other duties as assigned.
• Document all activities, results and report to laboratory management.
• Clean and sterilize equipment and work area.
• Undertake basic administrative tasks such as filing.
• Comply with the correct procedures, policies, and health and safety regulations.
• Participate in the execution of targets within agreed time lines.

Follow methodologies and standard operating procedures in carrying out assigned tasks.

• Stay informed with the latest industry trends, techniques, and best practices.

Requirements:

• Degree in Medical laboratory sciences (B.MLS) and related fields Biochemistry, Microbiology (B.Sc.)
• Computer literacy in Ms. Word, Excel and Power point
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems is an added advantage.

Method of Application:

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Position:	Grant Management Officer
Department	Grants Management
Location	Central Office

Opening Date: 14/04/2022
Closing Date: 28/04/2022

Job Description

• Interpretation of funding/ application guidelines: Request for Application (RFA), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO.).
• Meeting with relevant stakeholders towards full participation in writing grant proposals, response to RFPs/FOAs, and completing application forms in the Grants.gov and ASSIST applications.
• Post-award responsibilities include preparing LOAs and MOUs for partners’/treatment sites and stakeholders and reviewing contract sub-awards/ subcontracts, including the scope of work, budget, modifications, prior award expenditures, extensions, addenda to Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)/Letter of Agreement (LOA).
• Preparation and review of sub-partner financial submissions for conformity with funding guidelines.
• Preparation of budget submissions for grant proposals in line with best financial practices and budgetary principles.
• Development of funding dynamics for budget submissions of sub-partners, consultants, contractors, and service delivery facilities.
• Orientation and mentoring of regional, state office, and health facility staff concerning the interpretation of the contents of the LOA, such as scope of work, activities, responsibilities, reporting, terms of agreements, certifications, budgets, etc., as indicated in the LOAs/MOUs.
• Liaise with regional/state staff on one hand, and partners and health facilities on another on all matters concerning the grant and the existing relationships.
• Proper documentation of correspondence, maintenance, and tracking LOAs, MOU, and budgets.
• Attend to the external auditors’ requests regarding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), MOU with our funding partners, and LOAs with implementing partners.
• Preparation and collation of Monthly Spend plan and Work plan and Burn-rate Analysis.
• Post-award responsibilities include reviewing all grants and contract sub-awards/ sub-contracts, including the scope of work, budget, modifications, prior award expenditures, and extensions.
• Assist Grants Director in negotiating, executing, and implementing grants policies and co-ordinate various grants activities effectively.
• Other cross-cutting activities across several prime and sub-grants

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Economics, and Business.
• Computer literacy – strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills.
• Possessing a professional degree such as MBA (Finance Management) or a professional certification (ACA) will be an added advantage.

 Experience

Must have completed NYSC service and two or more years of working experience required.

Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]
• All applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The subject of the email should be the job position and full name of the applicant.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The TB-LON 3 Project is a USAID-funded Award that is a Revolutionary Program working with communities, facilities and relevant State and National structures to improve access to TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment and notification in Lagos, Ogun, Osun and Oyo States; as well as increase domestic financing for TB and strengthen surveillance and integrated reporting across four Result areas:

1. Improved access to high-quality, person-centered TB treatment, DR-TB, and TB/HIV services for a cumulative number of at least 106,576 persons for the life of the activity
2. Strengthened systems and structures for TB detection, treatment and notification with TB service delivery platforms strengthened
3. TB disease transmission and progression reduced
4. TB research and innovations accelerated with improved impact on program implementation.

The TB-LON 3 Project is implemented by a consortium with Institute of Human Virology Nigeria as the Prime Recipient, Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities.

Position (Designation):	State Research Assistant TB-LON 3
Reports To:	The Research Coordinator
Job Location:	Oyo & Osun States

Opening Date: 11/04/2022
Closing Date: 25/04/2022

Summary/Overview:

The Research Assistant will take part in the research and routine analytical work for the project’s interventions. S/he will be involved in the administration of questionnaires, recruit clients into the research/study according to the inclusion criteria, and will keep a record of all recruited clients on the research. Performs duties and activities pertaining to the research sites to ensure research/study objectives are achieved

The Assistant will strictly adhere to ethical standards in the conduct of this evaluation and other duties as assigned by the Research Coordinator to whom she/he will report.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinates all research activities in the state and reports to the Research Coordinator
• Maintains quality control standards to preserve the integrity of research, data, and findings
• Schedule and conduct interviews with research participants
• Gets a convenient place to conduct interviews and obtains permission/consent from all participants
• Analyze data using various statistical methods
• Writes reports to summarize data and the implications of the results
• Documents all activities, results, and reports to the Research Coordinator.
• Undertakes basic administrative tasks such as filing and record keeping.
• Complies with the correct procedures, and policies of health and safety regulations.
• Participates in the execution of deliverables to meet targets within agreed timelines.
• Follows methodologies and standard operating procedures in carrying out assigned tasks.
• Stays informed with the latest industry trends, techniques, and best practices

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

 Must have participated in a Research Project within the past two years

• Computer literacy and experience with data Information Systems.
• Highly organized with good time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Qualifications:

• Degree in Medical Science, Social Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related fields.

Method of Application:

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]
• All Applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The subject of the email should be the job position and the full name of the applicant.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The TB-LON 3 Project is a USAID-funded Award that is a Revolutionary Program working with communities, facilities and relevant State and National structures to improve access to TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment and notification in Lagos, Ogun, Osun and Oyo States; as well as increase domestic financing for TB and strengthen surveillance and integrated reporting across four Result areas:

1. Improved access to high-quality, person-centered TB treatment, DR-TB, and TB/HIV services for a cumulative number of at least 106,576 persons for the life of the activity
2. Strengthened systems and structures for TB detection, treatment and notification with TB service delivery platforms strengthened
3. TB disease transmission and progression reduced
4. TB research and innovations accelerated with improved impact on program implementation.

The TB-LON 3 Project is implemented by a consortium with Institute of Human Virology Nigeria as the Prime Recipient, Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities.

Position (Designation):	Research Coordinator
Reports To:	The Chief Of Party TB-LON 3 Project
Job Location:	Oyo State

Opening Date: 11^th /04/2022
Closing Date: 25^th /04/2022

 Summary/Overview:

The Research Coordinator will review and comprehend the study protocol. S/he will assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in preparation of any modifications to the scientific protocol in accordance with IRB regulations and sponsor’s policies and procedures. S/he will attend investigator meetings as required or requested by the PI. Work with the PI to prepare IRB and any other regulatory submission documents as required by the protocol.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with the PI and study team members to manage the day to day activities of the study including problem solving, communication and protocol management.
• Work closely with the Data Assistant to ensure completeness of data collected from the participating centers.
• Work closely with other Field or Research Staff to ensure proper research implementation
• Assists the PI in developing interviews and focus group discussion guides according to the objectives of the study.
• Coordinate the identification of participants for the interviews and focus group discussions across the different centers.
• Conducts or facilitates focus group discussion across the participating centers.
• Ensures timely transcription and analysis of recorded transcripts.
• Ensures timely completion of Case Report Forms.
• Maintains study timelines.
• Maintains inventory of study supplies.
• Retains all study records in accordance with sponsor requirements.
• Arranges secure storage of study documents that will be maintained according to study protocol or for the contracted length of time, whichever is longer.
• Design close out and possible sustainability plans where necessary

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• An academically-oriented individual with interest in Research, Research Education and Research Administration.

Qualifications

• A Masters’ degree (e.g. MPH or MSc in public health, epidemiology, implementation science, or other grant-relevant field). PHD will be an advantage
• At least three years of experience in coordinating a research or research training project
• Experience in the development of general educational and research curricula.

Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]
• All Applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The subject of the email should be the job position and full name of the applicant.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.