AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is
a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention,
treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS.
tuberculosis and malaria, among
others. Since 2001, we have
closely with key stakeholders to reduce theburden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through
cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches
We are seeking qualified and suitable candidates to assume the following position:
Position: Program Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation (Jos)
Location: Jos
The job holder will be a member of the State Team and will be responsible for supporting the implementation of monitoring & evaluation (M&E) as well as quality assurance (QA) systems in collaboration with the SI Team
Job Tasks
Assist in setting up M&E and QA systems at the program sites in the state
Provide technical assistance to program sites in the collection, analysis, reporting and use of output data for programme improvement
Collate monthly reports and provide feedbacks on the consistency of data with program design in collaboration with the state team
Share program output data with the state team and relevant government agencies through the state office head
Facilitate periodic and donor initiated data quality audits (DQAs) at APIN-supported health facilities and Civil Society Organizations
Monitor the progress of the program towards achieving targets in the states
Work in collaboration with the State Team to follow up on monitoring & evaluation committees at the program sites to ensure the promotion of data utilization by relevant end users
Provide technical support to site quality improvement committees to set up and implement internal quality management in collaboration with the State Team
Facilitate the provision of technical support to strengthen M&E and QA systems at the state level
Contribute to the development and review of appropriate data collectiontools and procedures for all monitoring and reporting needs
Contribute to the periodic review of the organization’s quality improvement protocol in line with the national
Conduct periodic visits to program sites, travelling up to 25% of the time
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
An MBBS and a minimum of eight (8) years’ work experience, including at least four (4) years supporting the implementation of M&E systems as well as planning and executing program evaluation; an MPH will be an advantage
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
Working knowledge of program monitoring & evaluation as well as programmemanagement
Good analytical skills as well as knowledge of statistics and statistical methods
Knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment, including current HIV/AIDS guidelines and standards with respect to monitoring & evaluation
Ability to organize and coordinate training programmes
Report writing and oral/written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skill
Mode of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should visit www.apin.org.ng/careers/ to register a profile and complete the online application form, ensuring that all information provided are true and correct. All applications must be submitted on or before 9th August, 2013. Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Computer literacy/skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet browsing, emailing, etc.) is essential for all positions; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as respective jobs may require.
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