Job Title : Clinical Officer (Two posts for M/F)
Location : Kyela- Mbeya (1post) &Temeke-Dar es salaam (1post)
Duration : Two years
Reporting to : Program Manager
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-This is a clinical post for delivery of biomedical service (HTC, STI, TB, VMMC, FP alcohol/drug, GBV, sex risk, enhancing retention and minimizing lost to follow up, effective adherence and psychosocial support); supervises the nurse(s); Also he/she should be sufficient to manage up to 30 clients per day, review data report and discuss it with the program manager and Case Manager in line with HIV/AIDS National standards.
-Lead, the coordinate and supervise provision of HIV treatment, care and support, integrated FP / HIV services, TB and other related conditions for all KVPs Train staff and community health workers on clinical management and integration of HIV, FP, TB screening, and STIs
-Ensure all clinical procedures at drop in centers(DIC), health facilities and mobile outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the MOHSW
-Provide on-going coaching, mentoring and hands-on supervision to clinicians in drop in centers and health facilities
-Lead the process of developing protocols and standard operating procedures for referrals and case management of various HIV and related conditions
-Ensure linkages of KVPs to care and treatment, and also other behavior and structural services which facilitate positive protective behavior
-Facilitate training of service providers in of HIV treatment, care and support, integrated FP / HIV services Oversee efficient running of curative and preventive medical services
-Routine supervision of peer educators at DIC and ensure all HIV positive clients are given referred at CTC and ensure are retained on services
-Screening of STIs, opportunity infections and other related medical conditions affecting KVPs as appropriate in accordance with the standard treatment guidelines
-Provide care for GBV victims, including post-exposure prophylaxis
-Provide on usual mentorship to peer educators and build their capacity on provision of HIV education, FP, outreach services ,counseling and advocacy for KVPs to access services at DIC
-With coordination to program officer Clinical officer will need to prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to curative and preventive clinical activities; assist in preparation of annual proposal and progress reports as per donor requirements
-Participate in various project activities that will be assigned by program officer
JOB REQUIREMENTS
-First degree in Medicine, surgery or Nursing from a recognized institution
-Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment
-Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature HIV/AIDS, FP, TB and STIs
-Experience in KVP-focused clinical services is a plus
-Minimum of 5 years work experience
-Have excellent interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Ability to prioritize duties and work under minimal supervision.
-Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
-Ability to interact with established networks of senior level health professionals, donors, universities and other partners
-Ability to support KPs guided by key friendly health services provision
-Licensed medical practitioner certificate from medical council of Tanganyika or Medical Council of Zanzibar.
-Work experience at the level of Regional Hospital/District hospital or equivalent status is highly preferred
Location : Kyela- Mbeya (1post) &Temeke-Dar es salaam (1post)
Duration : Two years
Reporting to : Program Manager
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-This is a clinical post for delivery of biomedical service (HTC, STI, TB, VMMC, FP alcohol/drug, GBV, sex risk, enhancing retention and minimizing lost to follow up, effective adherence and psychosocial support); supervises the nurse(s); Also he/she should be sufficient to manage up to 30 clients per day, review data report and discuss it with the program manager and Case Manager in line with HIV/AIDS National standards.
-Lead, the coordinate and supervise provision of HIV treatment, care and support, integrated FP / HIV services, TB and other related conditions for all KVPs Train staff and community health workers on clinical management and integration of HIV, FP, TB screening, and STIs
-Ensure all clinical procedures at drop in centers(DIC), health facilities and mobile outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the MOHSW
-Provide on-going coaching, mentoring and hands-on supervision to clinicians in drop in centers and health facilities
-Lead the process of developing protocols and standard operating procedures for referrals and case management of various HIV and related conditions
-Ensure linkages of KVPs to care and treatment, and also other behavior and structural services which facilitate positive protective behavior
-Facilitate training of service providers in of HIV treatment, care and support, integrated FP / HIV services Oversee efficient running of curative and preventive medical services
-Routine supervision of peer educators at DIC and ensure all HIV positive clients are given referred at CTC and ensure are retained on services
-Screening of STIs, opportunity infections and other related medical conditions affecting KVPs as appropriate in accordance with the standard treatment guidelines
-Provide care for GBV victims, including post-exposure prophylaxis
-Provide on usual mentorship to peer educators and build their capacity on provision of HIV education, FP, outreach services ,counseling and advocacy for KVPs to access services at DIC
-With coordination to program officer Clinical officer will need to prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to curative and preventive clinical activities; assist in preparation of annual proposal and progress reports as per donor requirements
-Participate in various project activities that will be assigned by program officer
JOB REQUIREMENTS
-First degree in Medicine, surgery or Nursing from a recognized institution
-Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment
-Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature HIV/AIDS, FP, TB and STIs
-Experience in KVP-focused clinical services is a plus
-Minimum of 5 years work experience
-Have excellent interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Ability to prioritize duties and work under minimal supervision.
-Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
-Ability to interact with established networks of senior level health professionals, donors, universities and other partners
-Ability to support KPs guided by key friendly health services provision
-Licensed medical practitioner certificate from medical council of Tanganyika or Medical Council of Zanzibar.
-Work experience at the level of Regional Hospital/District hospital or equivalent status is highly preferred
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Whoever think is legible to either one among the posts advertised above, should apply by sending his or her application including a letter of motivation, a full C.V with the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate's professional qualifications and work experience. All applications should be sent to katri@kiwohede.org you may also copy anthonlouism@gmail.com .Remember to state the job vacancy you are applying for.
Closing date:
Deadline for submission of applications will be 13th of January 2016 at 04:30 pm . Screening of applications will begin immediately after and will continue until the posts are filled. NOT APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE & ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW.
Closing date:
Deadline for submission of applications will be 13th of January 2016 at 04:30 pm . Screening of applications will begin immediately after and will continue until the posts are filled. NOT APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE & ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW.