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

IHVN collaborates with national, state, and local governments in Nigeria as well as with regional and worldwide organizations. The ACTION to Sustain Precision and Integrated HIV Response towards Epidemic Control (ASPIRE) project is implemented by IHVN with funding from the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the US Centres for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) to reduce mortality of people living with HIV (PLHIV) by providing HIV testing services; Strengthening laboratory capacity to achieve quality and sustained clinical management for HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, SAR-COV 2 and non-communicable disease (NCDs). 

IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Program Officer, Lab Biotech Unit
Reports to	Head of Biotech and HOD Laboratory
Scheduled Work Time	Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Location:	Abuja

Opening Date: 17/01/2024

Closing Date:  30/01/2024

Job Summary:

The Program Officer Clinical Laboratory- Biotech Unit will assist the Biotech Unit Head in Biosafety cabinet (BSC) certification and in the installation, maintenance, and calibration of Laboratory ancillary equipment in IHVN-supported Laboratories. Make daily reports of day-to-day activities at the IHVN equipment calibration centre/workshop and update Laboratory equipment inventory.  

Description and objectives:

He or She will serve as the Biotech Engineer supporting equipment maintenance across supported Laboratories. S/He under the supervision of the HoU-Biotech and guided by the HoD Laboratory, is tasked with Biosafety hood certifications, support installation, upkeep, and calibration of ancillary laboratory equipment in IHVN-supported laboratories. The objective is to enhance and reinforce sustainable equipment maintenance, ultimately improving the functionality of equipment in supported facilities and the overall laboratory program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support in BSC Certification
• Carry out installation, Testing, and calibration of laboratory ancillary equipment (Pipette microscope, Autoclave, incubator, freezers, refrigerators, etc.)
• Carry out corrective, preventive and breakdown maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Train laboratory staff on the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Evaluate the efficacy, safety, and efficiency of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain inventory for laboratory equipment and calibration tools.
• Carryout equipment calibration at IHVN equipment Center/workshop
• Generate Technical report.
• Prepare monthly and annual work plans for laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Any other task(s) assigned by the Head of Unit.

Required competencies.

• Must be a graduate BSC, BTech or HND in Physic, Engineering, or any related field.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in installations, calibration and maintenance of Laboratory equipment.
• Must have metrology certification.
• NSF biosafety cabinet basic certification will be an added advantage.
• Must be proficient in the use of data analytical software.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or others.

Equal employment opportunity statement

IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.

Mode of Application:

• Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address:[email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
• This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

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

The Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual & Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) study to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the HealthMpowerment (HMP) mobile health application is a new 5-year NIH- funded  multi-country projected from UMB in collaboration with 5 clinical research performance sites (CRPS) across four countries in sub-Saharan Africa – Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia. UMB has a subcontract with IHVN being one of the two sites in Nigeria.

IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Study and Data Coordinator – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention
Reports to	Research Coordinator
Location:	Nigeria

Opening Date: 09/01/2024

Closing Date:  22/01/2024

Job Summary:

IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate Study and Data Coordinator to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with healthcare providers and key population civil society organizations to ensure the smooth execution of the project, as well as actively engage key population community members in the process.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of the digital health project for key populations.
• Collaborate with the research team to develop and refine project objectives, timelines and deliverables.
• Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key population groups.
• Conduct outreaches and community mobilization efforts to ensure active participation in the project.
• Act as a liaison between the project team and key population communities to address concerns and facilitate communication.
• Oversee the deployment of digital health interventions, including mobile apps and other technology-based solutions.
• Support Data Officers in training healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of digital tools, monitor participant use of the digital health app, and ensure their ongoing engagement.
• Work with the digital health app development team to develop and update app content, as well as troubleshooting issues.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of digital health interventions in improving HIV care and prevention.
• Collaborate with data analysts to collect, manage, and analyze project data.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data collected from key population participants.
• Work with data officers and data management staff to ensure that data submission, quality control (QC), error correction, data processing and entry are functioning smoothly.
• Identify and follow up on delinquent data and serves  as back-up to the data manager.
• Responsible for system/account maintenance for site staff to access the REDCap web portal and other data management applications. The CRS Coordinator will work with the CRC.
• Conduct data quality assurance activities for the study sites:
  • Prepare regular progress reports and contribute to research publications.
  • Implement quality assurance measures to ensure that project activities meet established standards.
  • Conduct regular assessments and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Work closely with healthcare providers, researchers and community organizations to align project activities with broader healthcare initiatives.
  • Participate in team meetings and provide input on project strategies and goals.

Experience, skills and competencies  

• Previous experience in coordinating research or healthcare projects, particularly in the field of HIV prevention or key population engagement.
• Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
• Experience with Microsoft, Excel, Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL, electronic medical record systems, and REDCap.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field
• Registered with the health professional council or general nursing council of Nigeria.
• Psychosocial counselling
• Human subject protection and good clinical practice training

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.

Mode of Application:

• Application letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address:[email protected]
• This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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

The Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual & Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) study to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the HealthMpowerment (HMP) mobile health application is a new 5-year NIH-funded multi-country project from UMB in collaboration with 5 clinical research performance sites (CRPS) across four countries in sub-Saharan Africa – Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia. UMB has a subcontract with IHVN being one of the two sites in Nigeria.

IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Data Officer – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention
Reports to	Study and Data Coordinator
Location:	Abuja

Opening Date: 09/01/2024

Closing Date:   22/01/2024

Job Summary:

IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate Data Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with the healthcare providers, key population civil society organizations and Study and Data Coordinator to ensure the quality of study data. The candidate will be responsible for managing study data collection forms and databases, data entry of paper-based clinical forms into the REDCap study database, and provide trouble-shooting support for the digital health app.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of study-related data and digital health app functioning at the site level.
• Check for completeness in source documents and consistency between paper-based registers and the REDCap database.
• Carry out daily manual data checks to verify completeness check for data errors against paper forms.
• Extract data from participant electronic health records or tablet-based data to REDCap.
• Ensure completeness, validity, consistency, timeliness, and accuracy of electronic health record data and/or tablet-based data.
• Evaluate databases and check for inconsistencies, duplicates, or missing data on a weekly basis.
• Meet monthly with the study statistician to review data and address any issues with data quality, merges, and freezes.
• Train healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of the digital health app, with support from the Study and Data Coordinator.
• Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
• Work with the digital health app team to troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with the Study and Data Coordinator and other study team members to collect, manage, and analyze project data.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input on project data.
• Participate in the review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) established for data management.

Experience, skills and competencies

• Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
• Experience with Microsoft, Excel, Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL, electronic medical record systems, and REDCap
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field
• Human subject protection and good clinical practice training

Equal employment opportunity statement

IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.

Mode of Application:

• Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address:[email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.