1. Intern
Overall Responsibilities
The Intern will provide the
following support to the Program Staff in the CUBS project;
The Intern will provide the
following support to the Program Staff in the CUBS project;
·
Support the
capacity building in service delivery
·
Support in
collation, analysis and reporting key successes of the states
·
Assist in training material review
and collation.
·
Maintaining /updating
all office files (Hard & electronic), including chronological
correspondence, operational and program activities in a well-organized and
easy-to-retrieve manner
·
Provide full administrative support in managing schedule, organizing
meetings and workshop
·
Take minutes of
internal and external meetings and share timely with staff
·
Identify and collate
necessary data that will support development of success stories and other
publications.
·
Participates in the
development CUBS IEC Materials(Flipchart and Posters)
·
Assist with responding
to the requests of the state teams where necessary.
·
Perform other duties
as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic degree in any field with relevant experience. S/he will have office and organizational skills with competence to set priorities and multi-task in a time-sensitive environment. The candidate must be highly creative, witty and able to undertake complex tasks and must be willing to learn and adapt quickly. Writing and communication skills will be an added advantage. Team skills and comfort with computer word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software are a must. Agility working with electronic calendars (outlook or Google or other) and file management on networked system are an added advantage. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
Basic degree in any field with relevant experience. S/he will have office and organizational skills with competence to set priorities and multi-task in a time-sensitive environment. The candidate must be highly creative, witty and able to undertake complex tasks and must be willing to learn and adapt quickly. Writing and communication skills will be an added advantage. Team skills and comfort with computer word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software are a must. Agility working with electronic calendars (outlook or Google or other) and file management on networked system are an added advantage. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
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2. Clinical HIV/AIDS Advisor, ART
Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Clinical Advisor position is to provide technical leadership and management of the Pro-ACT AIDS palliative care including management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis, ART, TB-HIV Co-infection and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens integrated delivery of health services in partnership with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management responsibility:
1. Spearheading the strategic design and implementation of Comprehensive Care and Treatment services including BPC, ART and TB/HIV services under the Pro-ACT project in Nigeria
2. Member of the Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance
Specific Responsibilities
The objective of the Clinical Advisor position is to provide technical leadership and management of the Pro-ACT AIDS palliative care including management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis, ART, TB-HIV Co-infection and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens integrated delivery of health services in partnership with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management responsibility:
1. Spearheading the strategic design and implementation of Comprehensive Care and Treatment services including BPC, ART and TB/HIV services under the Pro-ACT project in Nigeria
2. Member of the Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance
Specific Responsibilities
·
Provide technical
input in the development of an integrated Pro-ACT project plan in
collaboration with the Project Director, Director Clinical Services, Associate
Directors, Advisors and State Teams
·
Take lead in the
development of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB care and treatment services.
·
Take Programmatic
responsibility for the functioning of the care and treatment M&E system.
·
Advocate for joint
TB-HIV prevention and control
·
Be part of the State
capacity building and supervisory team providing inputs for quality ART and
TB-HIV service delivery
·
Mentor and provide
technical leadership and support to the State clinical Care Specialists and
related staff.
·
Liaise with the NTLP
and Deputy Director Operations to establish an efficient supply chain management system for ARVs and related drugs for
management of opportunistic
infections.
·
Participate in
activities to build additional States and health facilities to implement
project activities.
·
Ensure timely relevant
technical support to all implementing health facilities.
·
Represent MSH PRO-ACT
project at the federal level on matters of ART and CC&T
·
Liaise with other team
members and ensure delivery of integrated service and one continuum of care
·
Liaise and network
with relevant PRO-ACT partners and collaborators to improve MSH’s visibility,
coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda
·
Provide clear
documentation of programmatic achievements and keep PRO senior management
informed on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
·
Work with Pro-ACT
management to document and
publish best practices.
Qualifications
·
The successful
candidate shall possess a postgraduate degree in medicine or public health with
extensive experience working on HIV/AIDS treatment programs.
·
Demonstrable
experience in advanced ART and AIDS palliative care is a must.
·
The candidate shall in
addition have at least 2-years’ experience in program management at a senior
level.
·
Experience in
operations research and health system strengthening shall be an added
advantage.
Background Information
The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery. The project seeks to recruit highly creative and innovative individuals with cutting edge technical skills and integrity to fill the following vacant positions:
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3. Clinical HIV/AIDS Specialist, Niger
Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Clinical Care Specialist position is to manage the Pro-ACT State continuum of Clinical care Program (Basic palliative care [BPC] including the management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis for adults and children; pediatric ART; adult ART; Management of TB/HIV Co-infection; and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens state and local government systems and technical capacity for sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management Responsibility
The objective of the Clinical Care Specialist position is to manage the Pro-ACT State continuum of Clinical care Program (Basic palliative care [BPC] including the management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis for adults and children; pediatric ART; adult ART; Management of TB/HIV Co-infection; and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens state and local government systems and technical capacity for sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management Responsibility
1.
Together with LMS
Pro-ACT headquarter and State staff, spearhead the effective and efficient
implementation of the said services in State.
2.
Member of the State
Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance.
Specific
Responsibilities
1.
Provide technical input
in the development of an integrated State Pro-ACT project plan in collaboration with the Directors,
Advisors and State Teams.
2.
Take lead in the
establishment of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB care and treatment services in
the state
3.
Take lead in building
the capacity of health workers (didactic, mentoring etc) in all the technical
areas so they are able to provide the said clinical HIV/AIDS services.
4.
Liaise with the State
Logistics Specialist to monitor ARV and OI drug stocks in the State and ensure
timely procurement and distribution.
5.
Liaise with the
M&E Specialist to ensure programmatic components of the M&E system are
functionalized. (clarity of indicators, PMM and other tools to HF staff, data
quality audits, reporting etc)
6.
Identify and flag
human resource needs including technical assistance/consultants
7.
Manage the roll-out of
the project clinical quality assurance program in the state ensuring SOPs and job
aids are available at points of use and quality audits are conducted periodically
8.
Assist the STL to
coordinate the establishment of a state technical and administrative
supervisory system for all implementing partners.
9.
Participate in
activities to extend/expand the Pro-ACT project to other health facilities,
communities and States.
10.
Represent MSH Pro-ACT
project at the state level on matters of CC&T.
11.
Network with other
State Government, CSO and community partners in the State to establish a
functional referral system for clients between clinical and community-based
HIV/AIDS services.
12.
Document programmatic achievements and keep the
State Team Leader informed on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
Qualifications
1.
Post graduate degree in
Medicine or Public Health.
2.
Significant program
experience in Reproductive and Child ealth, HIV/AIDS Programs, IMCI, and health systems strengthening
in resource poor settings in Nigeria
3.
Clinical experience in
managing HIV/AIDS clients in Nigeria.
4.
Experience managing,
supervising and teaching medical and nursing staff.
5.
Experience with
HIV/AIDS programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and
international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred, particularly those
related to Voluntary Counseling and Testing, prevention of Mother-to-Child
Transmission, and care and reatment desirable
6.
Excellent oral and
written communication skills and fluency in English
Background Information
The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery.
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The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery.
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4. Clinical HIV/AIDS Specialist, Sokoto
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Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Clinical Care Specialist position is to manage the Pro-ACT State continuum of Clinical care Program (Basic palliative care [BPC] including the management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis for adults and children; pediatric ART; adult ART; Management of TB/HIV Co-infection; and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens state and local government systems and technical capacity for sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management Responsibility
Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Clinical Care Specialist position is to manage the Pro-ACT State continuum of Clinical care Program (Basic palliative care [BPC] including the management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis for adults and children; pediatric ART; adult ART; Management of TB/HIV Co-infection; and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens state and local government systems and technical capacity for sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management Responsibility
1.
Together with LMS
Pro-ACT headquarter and State staff, spearhead the effective and efficient
implementation of the said services in State.
2.
Member of the State
Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance.
Specific
Responsibilities
1.
Provide technical
input in the development of an integrated State Pro-ACT project plan in
collaboration with the Directors, Advisors and State Teams.
2.
Take lead in the
establishment of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB care and treatment services in
the state
3.
Take lead in building
the capacity of health workers (didactic, mentoring etc) in all the technical
areas so they are able to provide the said clinical HIV/AIDS services.
4.
Liaise with the State
Logistics Specialist to monitor ARV and OI drug stocks in the State and ensure
timely procurement and distribution.
5.
Liaise with the
M&E Specialist to ensure programmatic components of the M&E system are
functionalized. (clarity of indicators, PMM and other tools to HF staff, data
quality audits, reporting etc)
6.
Identify and flag
human resource needs including technical assistance/consultants
7.
Manage the roll-out of
the project clinical quality assurance program in the state ensuring SOPs and
job aids are available at points of use and quality audits are conducted
periodically
8.
Assist the STL to
coordinate the establishment of a state technical and administrative
supervisory system for all implementing partners.
9.
Participate in
activities to extend/expand the Pro-ACT project to other health facilities,
communities and States.
10.
Represent MSH Pro-ACT
project at the state level on matters of CC&T.
11.
Network with other
State Government, CSO and community partners in the State to establish a
functional referral system for clients between clinical and community-based
HIV/AIDS services.
12.
Document programmatic
achievements and keep the State Team Leader informed on monthly, quarterly and
annual basis.
Qualifications
1.
Post graduate degree
in Medicine or Public Health.
2.
Significant program
experience in Reproductive and Child ealth, HIV/AIDS Programs, IMCI, and health
systems strengthening in resource poor settings in Nigeria
3.
Clinical experience in
managing HIV/AIDS clients in Nigeria.
4.
Experience managing,
supervising and teaching medical and nursing staff.
5.
Experience with
HIV/AIDS programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and
international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred, particularly those
related to Voluntary Counseling and Testing, prevention of Mother-to-Child
Transmission, and care and reatment desirable
6.
Excellent oral and
written communication skills and fluency in English
Background Information
The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery.
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The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery.
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5. Clinical HIV/AIDS Specialist, Zamfara
Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Clinical Care Specialist position is to manage the Pro-ACT State continuum of Clinical care Program (Basic palliative care [BPC] including the management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis for adults and children; pediatric ART; adult ART; Management of TB/HIV Co-infection; and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens state and local government systems and technical capacity for sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management Responsibility
The objective of the Clinical Care Specialist position is to manage the Pro-ACT State continuum of Clinical care Program (Basic palliative care [BPC] including the management of opportunistic infections and prophylaxis for adults and children; pediatric ART; adult ART; Management of TB/HIV Co-infection; and PMTCT programs in a manner that strengthens state and local government systems and technical capacity for sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management Responsibility
1.
Together with LMS
Pro-ACT headquarter and State staff, spearhead the effective and efficient
implementation of the said services in State.
2.
Member of the State
Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance.
Specific
Responsibilities
1.
Provide technical
input in the development of an integrated State Pro-ACT project plan in
collaboration with the Directors, Advisors and State Teams.
2.
Take lead in the
establishment of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB care and treatment services in
the state
3.
Take lead in building
the capacity of health workers (didactic, mentoring etc) in all the technical
areas so they are able to provide the said clinical HIV/AIDS services.
4.
Liaise with the State
Logistics Specialist to monitor ARV and OI drug stocks in the State and ensure
timely procurement and distribution.
5.
Liaise with the
M&E Specialist to ensure programmatic components of the M&E system are
functionalized. (clarity of indicators, PMM and other tools to HF staff, data
quality audits, reporting etc)
6.
Identify and flag
human resource needs including technical assistance/consultants
7.
Manage the roll-out of
the project clinical quality assurance program in the state ensuring SOPs and
job aids are available at points of use and quality audits are conducted periodically
8.
Assist the STL to
coordinate the establishment of a state technical and administrative
supervisory system for all implementing partners.
9.
Participate in
activities to extend/expand the Pro-ACT project to other health facilities,
communities and States.
10.
Represent MSH Pro-ACT
project at the state level on matters of CC&T.
11.
Network with other
State Government, CSO and community partners in the State to establish a
functional referral system for clients between clinical and community-based
HIV/AIDS services.
12.
Document programmatic
achievements and keep the State Team Leader informed on monthly, quarterly and
annual basis.
Qualifications
1.
Post graduate degree
in Medicine or Public Health.
2.
Significant program
experience in Reproductive and Child ealth, HIV/AIDS Programs, IMCI, and health
systems strengthening in resource poor settings in Nigeria
3.
Clinical experience in
managing HIV/AIDS clients in Nigeria.
4.
Experience managing,
supervising and teaching medical and nursing staff.
5.
Experience with
HIV/AIDS programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and
international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred, particularly those
related to Voluntary Counseling and Testing, prevention of Mother-to-Child
Transmission, and care and reatment desirable
6.
Excellent oral and
written communication skills and fluency in English
Background Information
The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery.
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The Prevention Organizational Systems AIDS Care and Treatment Project (Pro-ACT) is a USAID-funded project managed by Management Sciences for Health (MSH). The goal of the project is to build the capacity of Nigeria’s public/private institutions and communities to strengthen sustainable systems for HIV/AIDS and TB service delivery.
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6. Laboratory Systems Specialist, Zamfara
Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Laboratory Systems Specialist position is to provide technical leadership of the ProACT laboratory program in the State in a manner that strengthens integrated delivery of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB services in partnership with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable health systems for services delivery using HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts as an entry point.
Specific Responsibilities
The objective of the Laboratory Systems Specialist position is to provide technical leadership of the ProACT laboratory program in the State in a manner that strengthens integrated delivery of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB services in partnership with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable health systems for services delivery using HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts as an entry point.
Specific Responsibilities
1.
The laboratory
Specialist will be required to take lead in the establishment
of laboratory systems in supported States that support sustainable
delivery of high quality comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB prevention,
care and treatment services. This will involve designing
and implementing capacity building programs for State and Local
government health workers, coaching/mentoring facility staff to become
champions of good lab practice and coordinating resources. S(he) will
supervise the Senior Laboratory Officer and be responsible for
strengthening laboratory systems in line with MSH broader health systems
focus.
2.
In liaison with
the ADLSS and other Advisors, ensure all MSH-supported laboratories in the
State provide quality Lab services (at least rapid HIV testing, haematology,
chemistry and CD4) at all times throughout the year.
This will entail making sure all lab equipment is serviced, repaired and
fully functional at all time; maintaining zero-stock out time for all
reagents and RTKs.
3.
Establish
strong links/collaboration with the Laboratory Directorate in the SMOH
and backstop processes that will lead to increased State Government
ownership and funding of lab system improvements efforts leading to
sustainability.
4.
Specifically support
the SMOH, health facilities and partners to establish continuous quality
improvement programs evidenced by proportion of State Labs that are
registered by the MLSCN and prepared towards attaining national
accreditation by the MLSCN
5.
Provide capacity
building on basic laboratory management, laboratory ethics and ongoing
support to the laboratory staff on the use of respective testing
and automations systems, basic maintenance of BD FACSCount machine,
Clinical Chemistry and Haematology analyzers through the use of various
tools with Quality control results on the relevant tests properly charted
on L-J charts
6.
He/She will contribute
to the health facility upgrades plans in the area of laboratory upgrades
including needs for equipment, water and drainage, safe disposal of sharps
and contaminated wastes, and health facility laboratory staff in
services training.
7.
As part of this role,
the laboratory specialist will work closely with the ADLSS and other
technical advisors to ensure health facility laboratories implement
GoN-approved diagnostic protocols, quality control procedures, significant
biosafety and biosecurity practices not limited to safe disposal of sharps
and contaminated laboratory waste.
8.
To carry out quality
control functions/ activities, in supported health facilities
laboratories, including quality control inspections schedules and the
collection of quality control records including but not limited to PT and
other EQA samples, ensure the availability of quality records
documents.
9.
Take programmatic
responsibility for the functioning of the laboratory information system (LIS)
whether paper or electronic at the state level as well as work closely with
SLOs to ensure that EOM reports from HF reach the country office in a timely
manner. They will also be responsible for collating EOM using standard
templates
10.
Ensure quality
reporting as required by PEPFAR, MOH and MSH (monthly , quarterly, and as
required)
Qualifications
1.
A
Medical Laboratory Scientist, must be registered with Medical
Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) and licensed to practice in
Nigeria
2.
Minimum of
B.MLS/B.Sc Medical Laboratory Science with 4 to 5 years post license
experince
3.
Preferably with a
Postgraduate degree in public health/health science
4.
Significant experience
in laboratory diagnosis of AIDS, tuberculosis and other opportunistic infections
and laboratory monitoring of clinical status of people living with HIV
essential
5.
Significant expertise
in laboratory Quality management Systems
6.
Familiarity with
local and WHO/AFRO Accreditation process is a plus
7.
Familiarity with
ministry of health national HTC guidelines and HIV/AIDS diagnostic algorithms
is also essential
Background Information
PrO-ACT is an MSH-implemented project in Nigeria that aims at supporting State Ministries of Health (SAPC) and State Action Committees on AIDS (SACA) to deliver comprehensive HIV/AIDS/TB services—including providing antiretroviral therapy for the hundreds of thousands of people in need in Nigeria. The project will scale up the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programming to achieve its goals for provision of ART, palliative care services for HIV-TB co-infected individuals, and prevention of HIV transmission from mother-to-child (PMTCT) through a health system for service delivery models in its supported States.
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PrO-ACT is an MSH-implemented project in Nigeria that aims at supporting State Ministries of Health (SAPC) and State Action Committees on AIDS (SACA) to deliver comprehensive HIV/AIDS/TB services—including providing antiretroviral therapy for the hundreds of thousands of people in need in Nigeria. The project will scale up the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programming to achieve its goals for provision of ART, palliative care services for HIV-TB co-infected individuals, and prevention of HIV transmission from mother-to-child (PMTCT) through a health system for service delivery models in its supported States.
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7. Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
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Overall Responsibilities
The success of the TBCARE1 project depends largely on accurate, complete and timely reporting of achievements to PEPFAR/USAID. Achievement of set targets is of utmost importance. Hence, the objective of this position is to strengthen the project M&E system to generate data and strategic information for program management, reporting, documentation of results, and publication of operational research findings; so as to generate strategic data for program management, reporting and documentation of best practices.
Specific Responsibilities
Overall Responsibilities
The success of the TBCARE1 project depends largely on accurate, complete and timely reporting of achievements to PEPFAR/USAID. Achievement of set targets is of utmost importance. Hence, the objective of this position is to strengthen the project M&E system to generate data and strategic information for program management, reporting, documentation of results, and publication of operational research findings; so as to generate strategic data for program management, reporting and documentation of best practices.
Specific Responsibilities
1.
Support the
development and implementation of TBCARE1 and reporting formats for key
indicators and targets in collaboration with the Senior Technical
Officer.
2.
Establish system for
flow of information from service-delivery points to the MSH TBCARE central data
base and ensure timely M&E technical support to all implementing health
facilities.
3.
Assist in the conduct
of periodic data quality audits.
4.
Ensure MSH TBCARE1
provides adequate data for timely reporting to appropriate authorities; and
provides inputs into other national and international reporting systems.
5.
Support building of
the capacity of MSH TBCARE staff in the design and implementation of a
coordinated and effective monitoring and evaluation system.
6.
Ensure state-of-the
art database management practice at MSH TBCARE
7.
Analyze M&E data
on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis and flag action areas to the project
management.
8.
Link and analyze
resource inputs, outputs and outcomes and report on project effectiveness and
efficiency.
9.
Work with TBCARE1
management to document and publish best practices.
10.
Liaise and network
with relevant MSH TBCARE1 partners and collaborators to harmonize our reporting
systems.
11.
Provide clear
documentation of programmatic achievements and keep the Senior Technical
advisor informed on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
12.
Support writing of
reports and take responsibility for compilation of joint project report to the
donor and partners.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Supervision: Works independently with authority from the Senior Technical Officer, within strategy and policy guidelines.
Decision Making: Makes decisions with regards to work responsibilities and is accountable for them.
Responsibility over data or information: Has access to information within project, and is responsible for program data generation and management.
Responsibility over Staff: M&E technical support to STBLCP M&E officers, TBLS and facility DOTS focal persons.
Qualifications
Supervision: Works independently with authority from the Senior Technical Officer, within strategy and policy guidelines.
Decision Making: Makes decisions with regards to work responsibilities and is accountable for them.
Responsibility over data or information: Has access to information within project, and is responsible for program data generation and management.
Responsibility over Staff: M&E technical support to STBLCP M&E officers, TBLS and facility DOTS focal persons.
Qualifications
·
A degree
or equivalence in Statistics, Epidemiology or related field with focus
on monitoring and evaluation and/or Biostatistics.
·
At least 2
years hand-on-experience in monitoring and evaluation with very good
analytical, presentation, communication and reporting skills.
·
Significant experience
in developing monitoring plans and/or management information systems. An
NGO experience especially with USAID funded project will be an advantage.
·
Excellent inter-personal,
multi-cultural and team building skills.
·
Strong
computer skills particularly in spreadsheets, database and
statistical applications.
·
Significant experience
working on TB programs in Nigeria.
·
Familiarity with
PEPFAR reporting systems, particularly for TB Programs desirable
·
Excellent writing
skills, oral and written communication skills and fluency in English
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a non-profit international health organization founded over 40 years ago. MSH’s mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. In Nigeria, As part of a consortium of partners, MSH implements the Tuberculosis CARE I Program (TB CARE I). In Nigeria, TB CARE I is implemented by KNCV (lead partner), MSH, FHI 360 and WHO. This project is one of the USAID’s main global mechanisms for contributing to the global targets of TB control as well as implementing TB/HIV activities under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
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Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a non-profit international health organization founded over 40 years ago. MSH’s mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. In Nigeria, As part of a consortium of partners, MSH implements the Tuberculosis CARE I Program (TB CARE I). In Nigeria, TB CARE I is implemented by KNCV (lead partner), MSH, FHI 360 and WHO. This project is one of the USAID’s main global mechanisms for contributing to the global targets of TB control as well as implementing TB/HIV activities under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
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8. Senior Laboratory Officer, Sokoto
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Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Senior Laboratory Officer is to provide technical support to the Laboratory Systems Specialist on leadership of the ProACT laboratory program in the State in a manner that strengthens integrated delivery of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB services in partnership with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable health systems for services delivery using HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts as an entry point.
Specific Responsibilities
Overall Responsibilities
The objective of the Senior Laboratory Officer is to provide technical support to the Laboratory Systems Specialist on leadership of the ProACT laboratory program in the State in a manner that strengthens integrated delivery of comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB services in partnership with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable health systems for services delivery using HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts as an entry point.
Specific Responsibilities
1.
1.
The Senior laboratory
Officer will be required to support the
establishment of laboratory systems for sustainable delivery of high
quality comprehensive HIV/AIDS and TB prevention, care and treatment
services. This will involve designing and implementing capacity
building programs for State and Local government health workers,
coaching/mentoring facility staff to become champions of good lab practice
and coordinating resources. S(he) will be responsible for strengthening
laboratory systems in line with MSH broader health
systems focus.
2.
In liaison with the
Laboratory Systems Specialist and the Country office Laboratory Team,
S(he) ensure all MSH-supported laboratories in the State provide quality
Lab services (at least rapid HIV testing, haematology, chemistry and CD4)
at all times throughout the year. This will entail making sure all lab
equipment is serviced, repaired and fully functional at all time;
maintaining zero-stock out time for all reagents and RTKs.
3.
Establish
strong links/collaboration with the Laboratory Directorate in the SMOH
and backstop processes that will lead to increased State Government
ownership and funding of lab system improvements
efforts leading to sustainability.
4.
Specifically support
the SMOH, health facilities and partners to establish continuous quality
improvement programs evidenced by proportion of State Labs that are
registered by the MLSCN and prepared towards attaining national
accreditation by the MLSCN
5.
Provide capacity
building on basic laboratory management, laboratory ethics and ongoing
support to the laboratory staff on the use of respective
testing and automations systems, basic maintenance of BD FACSCount
machine, Clinical Chemistry and Haematology analyzers through the use of
various tools with Quality control results on the relevant tests properly
charted on L-J charts
6.
He/She will contribute
to the health facility upgrades plans in the area of laboratory upgrades
including needs for equipment, water and drainage, safe disposal of sharps
and contaminated wastes, and health facility laboratory staff in
services training.
7.
As part of this role,
the senior laboratory officer will work closely with the Laboratory
Systems Specialist and the Country office Laboratory Team to ensure health
facility laboratories implement GoN-approved diagnostic protocols, quality
control procedures, significant biosafety and biosecurity practices not
limited to safe disposal of sharps and contaminated
laboratory waste.
8.
To carry out quality
control functions/ activities, in supported health facilities
laboratories, including quality control inspections schedules and the
collection of quality control records including but
not limited to PT and other EQA samples, ensure the availability of
quality records documents.
9.
Take programmatic
responsibility for the functioning of the laboratory information system (LIS)
whether paper or electronic at the state level as well as work closely with
State Logistics Officer (SLO) to ensure that bi-monthly reports from Health
facilities reach the country office in a timely manner using standard
templates
10.
Ensure quality
reporting as required by PEPFAR, MOH and MSH (monthly , quarterly, and as
required)
Qualifications
1.
A
Medical Laboratory Scientist, must be registered with Medical Laboratory
Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) and licensed to practice in Nigeria
2.
Minimum
of B.MLS/AIMLS Medical Laboratory Science with 4 to 5 years
post license experience
3.
Preferably with a
Postgraduate degree in public health/health science
4.
Significant experience
in laboratory diagnosis of AIDS, tuberculosis and other opportunistic
infections and laboratory monitoring of clinical status of people living
with HIV essential
5.
Significant expertise
in laboratory Quality management Systems
6.
Familiarity with
local and WHO/AFRO Accreditation process is a plus
7.
Familiarity with
ministry of health national HTC guidelines and HIV/AIDS
diagnostic algorithms is also essential
Background Information
PrO-ACT is an MSH-implemented project in Nigeria that aims at supporting State Ministries of Health (SAPC) and State Action Committees on AIDS (SACA) to deliver comprehensive HIV/AIDS/TB services—including providing antiretroviral therapy for the hundreds of thousands of people in need in Nigeria. The project will scale up the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programming to achieve its goals for provision of ART, palliative care services for HIV-TB co-infected individuals, and prevention of HIV transmission from mother-to-child (PMTCT) through a health system for service delivery models in its supported States.
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9. State Team Leader, Sokoto
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Overall Responsibilities
Introduction:
Pro-ACT is an MSH-implemented project in Nigeria that aims at supporting State Ministries of Health and State Action Committees on AIDS (SACA) to deliver comprehensive HIV/AIDS/TB services—including providing antiretroviral therapy for the hundreds of thousands of people in need in Nigeria. The project will scale up the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programming to achieve its goals for provision of ART to 350,000 people in need by 2009, palliative care services for HIV-TB co-infected individuals, and prevention of HIV transmission from mother-to-child (PMTCT).
Job objective
The objective of the State Team Leader position is to provide overall leadership and management of the Pro-ACT project in the state and related states/areas in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management responsibility
Overall Responsibilities
Introduction:
Pro-ACT is an MSH-implemented project in Nigeria that aims at supporting State Ministries of Health and State Action Committees on AIDS (SACA) to deliver comprehensive HIV/AIDS/TB services—including providing antiretroviral therapy for the hundreds of thousands of people in need in Nigeria. The project will scale up the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programming to achieve its goals for provision of ART to 350,000 people in need by 2009, palliative care services for HIV-TB co-infected individuals, and prevention of HIV transmission from mother-to-child (PMTCT).
Job objective
The objective of the State Team Leader position is to provide overall leadership and management of the Pro-ACT project in the state and related states/areas in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
Management responsibility
1.
Spearheading
coordination, implementation and reporting of the Pro-ACT program in State and
related states
2.
Ensure optimal
resource management in the project
3.
Member of the Project
Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance
Specific
Responsibilities
1.
Lead the development
of an integrated Pro-ACT project plan for State in collaboration with the
Project Director, Director Clinical Services, Advisors and State Specialists.
2.
Operationalize Pro-ACT
project plan in the State ensuring efficient coordination of resources to
maximize integration and synergy of program areas.
3.
Establish system for
project monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
4.
Support the state HMIS
Officer to establish a functional state M&E data system with periodic
analyses and review to inform program management.
5.
Establish a system for
timely relevant technical support to all implementing health facilities.
6.
Take responsibility
for management of the state Pro-ACT project budget and all other resources
under the direction of Deputy Director Finance/Operations.
7.
Advocate and represent
MSH Pro-ACT project at the highest level in the state on matters of HIV/AIDS
and TB
8.
Liaise and network
with relevant Pro-ACT partners and collaborators in the state to improve MSH’s
visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda.
9.
Supervise staff and
manage staff performance and development.
10.
Provides clear
documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keeps
LMS senior management informed of state activities on monthly, quarterly and
annual basis.
Qualifications
1.
Graduate degree in
public health, public administration, management or related discipline, or
equivalent experience.
2.
At least 5 years
senior level work experience in health program management in developing
countries, or equivalent.
3.
Previous supervision
or team leader experience.
4.
Proven track record in
managing international projects or in senior management of a large and complex
project overseas.
5.
Demonstrated
leadership and capacity to oversee USAID-funded (sub) projects.
6.
Understanding of USAID
and field Missions; USG audiences, trends and requirements.
7.
Proven programmatic,
technical and managerial expertise in providing support to institutions to
strengthen their management and/or leadership capacity, systems and processes,
and sustainability potential.
8.
Demonstrated capacity
to collaborate with colleagues, teams and partner organizations to achieve
results.
9.
Strong interpersonal
and organizational skills.
10.
Excellent writing and
oral communication skills.
11.
Computer skills: Windows
applications for word processing and spreadsheet software.
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
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Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
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10. Technical Officer
Overall Responsibilities
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) currently provides technical assistance to Akwa Ibom State with funding from USAID through the PLAN-Health project. One of the key result areas for the PLAN-Health project is to strengthen institutional capacity of NHIS and CSOs in select communities to provide equitable access to quality health care through Community Based Health Insurance Scheme. The project therefore seeks to recruit a Technical Officer as part of the team working with Akwa Ibom State and the SHELL funded CBHI in Rivers State in implementing CBHI schemes at the two locations.
LOCATION
The Technical Officer (TO) will be based in UYO, AKWA IBOM STATE. He/ She will work in a team led by a Technical Advisor (TA) to provide integrated technical assistance for successful implementation of the Community Based Health Insurance (CBHI) scheme in Akwa Ibom state. The TO will also oversee the MSH Plan-Health engagement on the CBHI scheme being implemented in Obio Cottage Hospital Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Specific Responsibilities
The Technical Officer will accomplish the under listed in in collaboration with the team:
1.
Develop an operational
plan based on the strategic plan for the implementation of the Community
Based Health Insurance (CBHI) scheme in Akwa Ibom especially the
start-up/inception plans
2.
Conduct a stakeholder
analysis and develop a comprehensive inventory of stakeholders that will
facilitate successful implementation of CBHI in the state
3.
Provide technical
assistance support to the community as needed to use CBHI management tools to
ensure successful start up
4.
Build and manage
professional relationships with key stakeholders in Akwa Ibom State and SHELL
CBHI scheme including Health Care Providers (HCPs), Community, LGA and others
to implement the scheme. Assist the Technical Advisor and team on integrating
clients’ needs for institutional capacity building for all stakeholders into
Community Based Health Insurance program.
5.
Promote service
utilization through effective mobilization of stakeholders and community
members
6.
Provide reliable,
high-quality follow through on all obligations to clients and other
stakeholders
7.
Bring pending needs
for short and long term technical assistance to the attention of the Technical
Advisor in a timely manner.
8.
Provide
information for monitoring and tracking all PLAN-Health CBSHIP projects
process level and community indicators, activities and technical
assistance in Akwa-Ibom and Rivers state
The technical officer is required to apply his/her specialized training, expertise and experience in health insurance programming to achieve the objectives of the scheme. He/ She is expected to be familiar with Community Based Health Insurance implementation, PEPFAR and HIV/AIDS service delivery in Nigeria and have a good knowledge of the expectations and demands of USAID and other international donor agencies.
SUPERVISION
Supervised by: Technical Advisor.
The Technical Officer will be supervised by the Technical Advisor overseeing implementation of CBHI and PBF in MSH PLAN-Health project. He /She will work effectively with other colleagues in MSH Nigeria.
Qualifications
Advanced degree – preferably in health, social sciences and relevant field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in capacity building in Nigeria
• Experience in Health Care financing with focus on CBHI and PBF preferred)
• Experience working in or with public sector organizations, particularly in the health field and good knowledge of the Public Health System in Nigeria.
• Knowledge of PEPFAR-funded programs and experience in managing relationships with USAID missions preferred.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, and to contribute to developing a new project in a dynamic environment.
• Proven programmatic and technical ability and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with professional colleagues in a broad range of indigenous governmental organizations and NGO.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong facilitation skills
• Ability to produce results in diverse cultural, social, and language contexts.
• Demonstrated computer skills in MS Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
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11. Technical Officer, Health Systems
Strenghtening (HSS)
Overall Responsibilities
The Technical Officer will work in a team lead by a Technical Advisor to provide integrated technical assistance for the capacity building of CSO and government partners in strengthening their management system and support the delivery of programs for project management, Grants & Procurement Management, Proposal Development and leadership and management in order to enable the partners to be more programmatic, institutional and financially sustainable.
The TO will required to have specialized training and experience in one of the management areas mentioned above and should be familiar with PEPFAR and HIV/AIDS service delivery in Nigeria. Good knowledge of the expectations and demands of USAID and other international donor agencies will be an added advantage. The TO is expected to have strong facilitation skills and able to work to train staff of partner organizations
The TO will work under the supervision of the PLAN-Health Technical Advisor but will be expected to work closely in a team and other colleagues in MSH Nigeria.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Client Responsibilities:
The TO accomplishes project goals through the following:
·
Implementing
technical assistance in a manner that leads to adoption and sustainable
use of MSH tools and approaches by building client awareness of current
gaps, achieving buy-in on the viability and need for an MSH tool or
approach, and training client staff on the use of MSH tools or approaches.
·
Building and
managing professional relationships with key stakeholders, and providing
reliable, high-quality follow through on all obligations to clients and
other parties.
·
Bringing pending needs
for contracted work or short term technical assistance to the attention of
the Senior Technical Advisor in a timely manner.
2. Internal Responsibilities:
The TO supports the functioning of MSH Nigeria through the following:
·
Providing support
to Technical Advisors and other staff on integrating clients’ needs
for institutional capacity building into project work plans and
budget projections.
·
Drafting internal
reports and/or communications as needed.
·
Submitting requests
for contracts or STTA, and all administrative items (e.g., expense
reports, timesheets, travel requests), in a timely manner.
·
Making the Senior
Technical Advisor aware of opportunities to expand MSH Nigeria’s impact
through new client engagement.
Qualifications
·
Graduate degree
in international public health, international development, public policy,
public administration, management, social sciences or a
related discipline.
·
Knowledge of public
health policy formulation, diffusion and utilization in Nigeria
·
Knowledge and
experience in capacity building /Organizational development for civil society
organizations and public sector institutions working in the country
·
Knowledge of the
dynamics of health and multi sector response to HIV and AIDS in the country
·
Ability to work as a
member of a team, and to contribute to developing a new project in a dynamic
environment.
·
Proven programmatic,
technical, and managerial ability and interpersonal skills to collaborate
effectively with professional colleagues in a broad range of indigenous
governmental organizations and NGOs.
·
Strong facilitation
skills ;verbal and written communication skills.
·
Strong Ability to
produce results in diverse cultural, social, and language contexts.
·
Demonstrated computer
skills in MS Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
·
Fluency in oral and
written English required.
·
Willingness to travel
within Nigeria regularly and potentially outside Nigeria, as required.
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
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Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
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12. Technical Officer, Project Management
Overall Responsibilities
The Technical Officer will work in a team lead by a Senior Technical Advisor to provide integrated technical assistance for the capacity building of CSO and government partners in strengthening their management system and support the delivery of programs for project management, grants & procurement management, proposal development, e-health and leadership and management in order to enable the partners to be programmatically, institutionaly and financially sustainable.
The TO will be required to have specialized training and experience in one of the management areas mentioned above including e-health and should be familiar with PEPFAR and HIV/AIDS service delivery in Nigeria. Good knowledge of the expectations and demands of USAID and other international donor agencies will be an added advantage. The TO is expected to have strong facilitation skills and is able to train staff of partner organizations.
The TO will work under the supervision of the PLAN-Health Senior Technical Advisor but will be expected to work closely in a team and with other colleagues in MSH Nigeria.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Client Responsibilities:
The TO accomplishes project goals through the following:
·
Implementing technical
assistance in a manner that leads to the adoption and sustainable use of MSH
tools and approaches by building client awareness of current gaps, achieving
buy-in on the viability and need for an MSH tool or approach, and training client
staff on the use of MSH tools or approaches.
·
Building and managing
professional relationships with key stakeholders, and providing reliable,
high-quality follow through on all obligations to clients and other parties.
·
Bringing pending needs
for contracted work or short term technical assistance to the attention of the
Senior Technical Advisor in a timely manner.
2.
Internal Responsibilities:
The TO supports the functioning of MSH Nigeria through the following:
The TO supports the functioning of MSH Nigeria through the following:
·
Providing support to
Technical Advisors and other staff on integrating clients’ needs for
institutional capacity building into project work plans and budget projections.
·
Drafting internal
reports and/or communications as needed.
·
Submitting requests
for contracts or STTA, and all administrative items (e.g., expense reports,
timesheets, travel requests), in a timely manner.
·
Making the Senior
Technical Advisor aware of opportunities to expand MSH Nigeria’s impact through
new client engagement.
·
Develop and implement
vision, strategies, and tactics for MSH's e-Health business.
·
Maintain a clear, in
depth knowledge of market needs, opportunities, competitive strategies and MSH
clients' needs.
·
Lead the planning,
designing, due diligence, and implementation of e-Health objectives that
support the MSH’s strategic plan and objectives.
·
Contribute to the
development of the organisation’s strategic direction in relation to e- health
by working across sector teams to advocate for e-health programs, providing
information and technical support.
·
Work with ICT4D manager
to develop partnerships with PLAN-Health client organisations to facilitate the
use of ICTs in program activities.
·
Facilitate effective
training for client organisations on the use of e-health applications and other
service improvement services.
Qualifications
·
Graduate degree in
international public health, international development, public policy, public
administration, management, social sciences or a related discipline.
·
Knowledge of public
health policy formulation, diffusion and utilization in Nigeria
·
Knowledge and
experience in capacity building /organizational development for civil society
organizations and public sector institutions working in the country
·
Knowledge of the
dynamics of health and multi sector response to HIV and AIDS in the country
·
Experience working
with health related public sector institutions and those that coordinate
HIV/AIDS programs in the country.
·
Key attributes include
professional and positive approach, self motivated, strong in building
relationships, team player, dynamic, creative and able to work on own
initiative.
·
Demonstrated executive
level oral and written communication skills.
·
Business related
computer skills including knowledge such Proj mgt, MIS with indepth skills in
MS Office applications.
·
Practical experience
of eHealth, mHealth solutions - such as OpenMRS,DHIS2.0,
MedicMobile,Commcare, RapidSMS, etc
·
3 years plus of
experience in the e-Health field, including needs and market assessments of
wired and wireless technologies.
·
A solid understanding
of the e-Health market including trends, technologies, products and
influencers.
·
Understanding of the
National e-health framework
·
Ability to work as a
member of a team, and to contribute to developing a new project in a dynamic
environment.
·
Proven programmatic,
technical, and managerial ability and interpersonal skills to collaborate
effectively with professional colleagues in a broad range of indigenous
governmental organizations and NGOs.
·
Strong facilitation
skills; verbal and written communication skills.
·
Strong ability to
produce results in diverse cultural, social, and language contexts.
·
Fluency in oral and
written English required.
·
Willingness to travel
within Nigeria regularly and potentially outside Nigeria, as required.
Background Information
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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