Senior Technical Officer – HIV Care & Treatment at Elizabeth Glaser

Reports To: Technical Advisor - TB/HIV Care and Treatment

Classification: Full-time

How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?

To support establishment, expansion and implementation of a robust HIV Care & treatment Program for the Vukisha95 Project that entails provision of quality integrated HIV prevention, HIV counseling and testing, care & treatment services within Ministry of Health, Private & Faith Based health facilities in Homabay County.

The Senior Technical Officer – HIV/TB is responsible for day to day support of the Sub-County Health management teams (SCHMT) and the Health care providers in the provision of HIV/ AIDS care and treatment services. The broad Technical areas to be covered shall include Pediatric, Adolescent and Adult HIV Care & Treatment as well as TB/HIV Technical areas. The work shall entail providing Technical assistance to establish and strengthen implementation of integrated and comprehensive care and treatment activities in the assigned facilities and sub –county, support systems strengthening, improve quality of services and monitor progress towards achievement of quality results in order to attain the objectives of the Vukisha95 Project.

No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect as a Title?

• Conduct site assessments for new sites & periodic assessments of existing sites for integrated HIV services.
• Develop integrated HIV facility interventions and work plans and oversee the implementation.
• Supervise site renovations.
• Establish and Supervise the lab-networks with networked facilities.
• Assist the SCHMT to develop and implement quality assurance for each supported site.
• Facilitate the acquisition of Project supplies from MOH/KEMSA and other sources.
• Responsible for visits to Vukisha95 Project supported sites in the assigned sub county in Homabay County to provide Technical support in implementation of integrated HIV care and treatment services.
• Conduct supportive supervision on quality assurance and improvement issues.
• Ensure adherence & psychosocial support activities are undertaken at the Vukisha95 supported sites and links with HTS and Linkage/Adherence/Retention Program team to facilitate facility-community linkages.
• Works closely with HMT in identifying training needs, planning and delivering trainings for facility staff.
• Attends training session in new content areas and help facilitate attendance of facility staff.
• Develops & maintains close working relationships with Health management teams at sub county & facility.
• Provides feedback to facilities and participates in supportive supervision and site assessments including SIMS, CQI, and RDQAs.
• Lead/drive the attainment of 2 nd & 3 rd 90’s in the ACT 90/90/90 strategy to ensure attainment of the 90% of eligible patients are on ART & 90% of those on ART are retained on care & achieve viral suppression.
• Support health facilities in improving quality of services offered through participation in observed practice, preceptorship, and clinical review/switch meetings.
• Working with the SI & E Technical officer, assists the Project in working with clinic staff in data collection and data management and reporting including utilization of such data for planning and decision making.
• Responsible for tracking and reporting on all project input, processes, outputs, outcomes and impact at supported sites to ensure that adequate progress is made towards set targets.
• Assist Technical Advisor in preparation of monthly and quarterly progress reports.
• Working with other Teams within the project, identify opportunities for integration including decentralization of care and treatment services, formation of and supporting Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MDTs), community-facility linkages and assist in documentation of successes, best practices and challenges associated with such linkage and integration.
• Liaise with the HMT and any other Technical counterparts among other partners on HIV care and treatment issues, participating in forums where such issues are being discussed and representing the Technical Advisor when called upon to do so.
• Responsible for coordination of the Vukisha95 sub-county based team comprising of Project Officers (PMTCT, HTS, Adherence, and SI&E Officers) and the assigned project driver. Acts as the primary contact person/focal person for the sub county based team with the HMT. Chair the sub county based Technical team meetings as per meeting SOPs. Submit minutes for Sub County based meetings and escalate any issues arising to management. Lead in preparing and presentation of sub county performance during performance review meetings.
• Any other duties assigned.

To Be Successful, You Will Have

• Diploma/Degree in Clinical Medicine or Nursing.
• Masters of Public Health is desirable.
• At least 3 years of experience in the coordination & implementation of comprehensive HIV care services.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Diploma/degree in Project management is an additional advantage

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child, or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS, and we are making an impact. We are a proven leader in the global fight to end HIV and AIDS, and an advocate for every child to live a full and healthy life into adulthood. For more than 30 years, EGPAF has been a leader in meeting urgent needs in pediatric HIV and AIDS in the world’s most affected regions. We carry out our values of passion, innovation, teamwork, leadership, integrity, excellence and equity every day, while maximizing our impact in the communities we serve. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation!

As a global, multinational and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. The Foundation is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B).

EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, gender or age. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee at any stage of recruitment, please contact fraud@pedaids.org .