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Program Manager – Pharmacy

The Institute of Human Virology (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, and 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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Lagos State Malaria Impact Project will be implemented by a consortium with the Lagos State Government, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, and the Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities. 

To drive quality and engender global best practices in HIV, TB, and Malaria care and treatment, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

PositionProgram Manager Pharmacy
Reports to: The Project Director
Location:Lagos State

Opening Date: 25th July 2023

Closing Date: 31st July 2023

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Project Director Malaria Impact Project, He/ She will ensure high-quality Malaria prevention and control services. He/ She will collaborate closely with the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and other relevant stakeholders while leading the day-to-day implementation of all malaria prevention and control strategies at health facilities and providing guidance for program implementation according to the National Treatment Guidelines and policies.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical assistance – The Program Manager Pharmacy is expected to work with the Procurement and Logistics Manager to support the procurement, warehousing, distribution, logistics, and supply management activities of the Support to Malaria Elimination Project
  • He/ She will ensure the availability of quality-assured malaria prevention and treatment commodities, including Long-Lasting Insecticide Treated Nets (LLINs) and other malaria control commodities.
  • Ensure timely generation and submission of quality LMIS reports.
  • Ensure rational use of all medicines according to the National treatment guidelines.
  • Provide technical support, including capacity building to State National Malaria Elimination Program staff and existing Project staff in improving malaria prevention and control services.
  • Coordinate with the NMEP, SMEP, and other stakeholders to determine all capacity-building needs for implementing the clinical management of malaria and identify suitable opportunities to deploy appropriate resources to meet these needs.
  • Work in close collaboration with the FMOH, SMOH, NPSCMP, LMCU, NMEP, SMEP, and other stakeholders on the identification of technical assistance required to achieve the expected outcomes for the Malaria Impact Grant Project
  • Keep the Project Leadership informed of progress, constraints, and other issues regularly and assist with identifying appropriate responses.
  • Represent IHVN in presenting periodic reports to relevant stakeholders through meetings, conferences, etc.
  • Produce weekly and monthly project updates and reports and monthly activity plans for community-based malaria interventions.
  • Any other function that the COP and IHVN Executive Management may assign.

Requirements

  • Good communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills with proficiency in computer programming – Word processing, spreadsheet, presentation skills and video conferencing are required.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and utilization.
  • Proficiency in program narrative and proposal writing.
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet organizational targets/goals.
  • Ability to evaluate data and prepare quality reports, often under pressure and in complex situations.
  • Being goal oriented with the ability to plan and organize, make decisions, manage time, and practice critical thinking.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • High impact influencing and persuasive skills, and able to represent the organization to donors and other stakeholders.

Education and experience

Academic training:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy.
  • Master’s degree in pharmacy/Public Health/Supply Chain Management with a minimum of 7 years of experience.    

Experience

  • At least 7 years of experience implementing Public Health Supply Chain Systems programs at various levels.
    • At least 3 years of experience working with NMEP Malaria Commodity Logistics System
    • Demonstrate knowledge of Malaria Commodity Logistics Systems guidelines and policies.
    • Experience in collaboration with the National Product and Supply Chain Management Program, NMEP, NAFDAC, and other relevant stakeholders
    • Excellent personal communication skills in written and verbal English,
    • Fundamental skills in project planning, implementation, and monitoring.
    • Ability to work independently and deliver quality work on time.
    • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
    • Stakeholder management skills and ability to appropriately represent the organization by engaging with donors and other stakeholders.
    • Good experience using Ms. Word, Excel, or PowerPoint applicable software related to the position.

 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 7 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Health Informatics Fellowship Program Kicks Off

Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has commenced the 4th Cohort of the Growing Expertise in E-Health Knowledge and Skills (GEEKS), a one year, competency-based, health informatics fellowship program.

GEEKS, which is funded by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US-CDC), is implemented by IHVN and Africa Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET).

Fellows will be receiving training and mentorship from public health informatics professionals and will each work on a group project to develop competencies in data analytics and visualization, public health informatics and research.

Representatives from National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Federal Capital Territory Department of Health, Rivers State Ministry of Health and Lagos State Ministry of Health are participating in the GEEKS fellowship program.

Senior Finance Officer GF

The Institute of Human Virology (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 Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has been involved in the Country Coordinating Mechanism and the Global Fund program since 2019.

To drive quality and engender global best practices in TB care and treatment, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position Senior Finance Officer GF
Reports to: Senior Finance Manager
Location: Abuja

Opening Date: 18/07/2023

Closing Date: 01/08/2023

Job Summary

The Finance Officer (Global Fund) will assist in the Institute-wide management of the Global Fund Operations’ Financial Processes, Reports, Budgeting and Budget controls including preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts and annual statutory financial statements.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Finance Manager, S/he will work independently to provide direct support to the Global Fund program implementation team and operations on the general management of the Global Funds Grant with particular reference to the finances by; coordinating all aspects of financial management including but not limited to routine financial operations, financial reporting, and budgeting, budget controls, administering of finances to sub-recipients, sites and regions. Reviewing of monthly financial reports from the regional and state offices for Global Funds also falls under his/her scope of duties.

Experience, skills, and competencies 

  • Minimum of 4 years hands-on, comparable professional experience that covers audit, finance & accounting services and financial management.
  • At least three years prior work experience in provision of advisory services & compliance to The Global Fund guidelines. Also, a sound knowledge of The Global Fund core guidelines for grant budgeting and financial reporting is mandatory
  • Must be self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid and open;
  • Good problem-solver, analytical, creative and innovative. Must be a team builder and adaptable
  • Practical knowledge of financial systems, internal financial controls & procedures
  • Proficiency in the use of computer application (Microsoft office etc.)
  • Good working knowledge of Sage 300 ERP;
  • Excellent MS Excel skills
  • Fluency in written and oral communication;
  • Possess managerial and supervisory skills and should be able to multitask.
  • Should also be prepared for occasional traveling outside his/her base at Abuja

Educational qualifications

  • Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Higher National Diploma in Accountancy. Professional Accounting qualification of either ACA, ACCA or CPA will be an added advantage

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 August 1, 2023, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bid Advert- ASPIRE grant Production of Data Collection Tools

BackgroundThe Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) was established in 2004 as a local organization to address the HIV/AIDS crisis in Nigeria through the development of infrastructure for treatment, care, prevention, and support for people living with and that affected by HIV/AIDS but has now expanded its services to other infectious diseases of TB and malaria, including cancers.  IHVN is structured to develop and maintain linkages with local and international organizations in collaborative ways that support the Government of Nigeria’s health sector strategic plans. IHVN key technical and funding partners are the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.
BID Title:Production of Data Collection Tools under ASPIRE grant.
Scope of BidBidders are invited to submit a Bid for the goods and/or services specified above: Schedule of Requirements, in accordance with this bid.
Interpretation of the BidThis RFB is an invitation to treat and shall not be construed as an offer capable of being accepted or as creating any contractual, other legal or restitutionary rights. This RFB is conducted in accordance with the applicable provisions of IHVN Procurement Manual (latest version of which can be accessed at: www.ihvnigeria.org and other relevant Organizational Directives and Administrative Instructions that are referred to in the Procurement Manual.
LanguageThe Bid, as well as all correspondence and documents relating to the Bid shall be written in the English language, unless specified otherwise in the bid advert. Supporting documents and printed literature furnished by the Bidder may be in another language provided they are accompanied by an accurate translation of the relevant passages into the English language, in which case, for purposes of interpretation of the Bid, such translation shall govern. The Bidder shall bear all costs of translation to the governing language and all risks of the accuracy of such translation.
Bid EligibilityBidders may be a private, public or government-owned legal entity or any association with legal capacity to enter into a binding Contract with IHVN.   A Bidder, and all parties constituting the bidder, may have the nationality of any country with the exception of the nationalities, if any, listed in United State Government Debarment List. A Bidder shall be deemed to have the nationality of a country if the Bidder is a citizen or is constituted, incorporated, or registered and operates in conformity with the provisions of the laws of that country. A Bidder shall not have a conflict of interest. A bidder shall be considered to have a conflict of interest if: A Bidder has a close business or family relationship with a IHVN personnel who: (i) are directly or indirectly involved in the preparation of the bidding documents or specifications of the contract, and/or the bid evaluation process of such contract; or (ii) would be involved in the implementation or supervision of such contract;A Bidder is associated, or has been associated in the past, directly or indirectly, with a firm or any of its affiliates which have been engaged by IHVN to provide consulting services for the preparation of the design, specifications, and other documents to be used for the procurement of the goods, services or works required in the present procurement process;A Bidder has an interest in other bidders, including when they have common ownership and/or management. Bidders shall not submit more than one bid, except for alternative offers, if permitted. This will result in the disqualification of all bids in which the Bidder is involved. This includes situations where a firm is the Bidder in one bid and a sub-contractor on another; however, this does not limit the inclusion of a firm as a sub-contractor in more than one bid. Bidders must disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest in the Bid Submission and they shall be deemed ineligible for this procurement process unless such conflict of interest is resolved in a manner acceptable to IHVN. Failure to disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest may lead to the Bidder being sanctioned. A Bidder shall not be eligible to submit a quotation if and when at the time of quotation submission, the Bidder: Is included in any other Ineligibility List from a IHVN partner and if so listed in United State Government Debarment List.Is currently suspended from doing business with IHVN and removed from its vendor database(s), for reasons other than engaging in proscribed practices as defined in the IHVN Procurement Policy.  
Fraud & Corruption, Gifts and HospitalityIHVN strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of IHVN vendors and requires all bidders/vendors to observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation. IHVN’s Anti-Fraud email: [email protected] can be reached at all times to report any foul play at any level. Bidders/vendors shall not offer gifts or hospitality of any kind to IHVN staff members including recreational trips to sporting or cultural events, theme parks or offers of holidays, transportation, or invitations to extravagant lunches or dinners. In pursuance of this policy, IHVN: Shall reject a bid if it determines that the selected bidder has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for the contract in question.Shall declare a vendor ineligible, either indefinitely or for a stated period, to be awarded a contract if at any time it determines that the vendor has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for, or in executing an IHVN contract.
  Clarification of the BidBidders may request clarification in relation to the RFB by submitting a written request to the contact stated in the Bid advert, until the time stated as deadline on the RFB. Explanations or interpretations provided by personnel other than the named contact person will not be considered binding or official.
Bid CurrencyThe bid shall be made in Naira. If applicable, for comparison and evaluation purposes, IHVN will convert the quotations into USD at the official IHVN rate of exchange in force at the time of the deadline for Bid Submission. IHVN reserves the right not to reject any bid submitted in a currency other than the mandatory bidding currency. IHVN may accept bid submitted in another currency than stated above if the Bidder confirms during clarification of quotations in writing that it will accept a Contract issued in the mandatory bid currency and that for conversion the official IHVN operational rate of exchange of the day of RFB deadline as stated in Section I: RFB Particulars shall apply. Regardless of the currency of quotations received, the Contract will always be issued and subsequent payments will be made in the mandatory bidding currency above. Rates in bids shall be fixed. Bids with adjustable rates shall be disqualified.
TaxesContract sum shall be subjected to deduction of 5% withholding tax
Payment TermsIHVN will ordinarily effect payment within 2 to 3 weeks after receipt of the goods/services and on submission of payment documentation.
AuditIHVN may conduct an audit of the contract awarded to determine its completeness, efficacy as well as the performance of the supplier which will be used as a basis for the engagement of the vendors for future procurements.
RequirementsAbility to meet delivery targets within IHVN’s specified time period.
Bid ProtestAny Bidder that believes to have been unjustly treated in connection with this RFB process or any Contract that may be awarded as a result of such RFB process may submit a complaint to IHVN Management through postal service using the address provided on IHVN website www.ihvnigeria.org
Responsiveness of BidIHVN’s determination of a Bid’s responsiveness will be based on the contents of the Bid itself. A substantially responsive Bid is one that conforms to all the terms, conditions, and specifications of the bid advert without material deviation, reservation, or omission. If a Bid is not substantially responsive, it shall be rejected by IHVN and may not subsequently be made responsive by the Bidder by correction of the material deviation, reservation, or omission.
Evaluation of BidThe evaluation team shall review and evaluate the Bids on the basis of their responsiveness to the Schedule of Requirements and Technical Specifications and other documentation provided, applying the procedure indicated in the bid advert. Absolutely no changes may be made by IHVN in the criteria after all Bids have been received. IHVN reserves the right to undertake a post-qualification exercise, aimed at determining, to its satisfaction the validity of the information provided by the Bidder. Such post-qualification shall be fully documented and, among those that may be listed in the bid advert, may include, but need not be limited to, all or any combination of the following : (a)Verification of accuracy, correctness and authenticity of the information provided by the bidder on the legal, technical and financial documents submitted; (b)Validation of extent of compliance to the IHVN requirements and evaluation criteria based on what has so far been found by the evaluation team; (c)Inquiry and reference checking with Government entities with jurisdiction on the bidder, or any other entity that may have done business with the bidder; (d)Inquiry and reference checking with other previous clients on the quality of performance on on-going or previous contracts completed; (e)Physical inspection of the bidder’s plant, factory, branches or other places where business transpires, with or without notice to the bidder; (f)Testing and sampling of completed goods similar to the requirements of IHVN, where available; and (g)Other means that IHVN may deem appropriate, at any stage within the selection process, prior to awarding the contract.
Qualification CriteriaGeneral Criteria: The Bidder shall possess the necessary professional and technical qualifications and competence, financial resources, production capability with equipment and other physical facilities, including after-sales service where appropriate, managerial capability, specific experience, reputation, and the personnel to perform the contract. To qualify for a multiple number of lots in a package for which Bids are invited in the Invitation for Bids, The Bidder shall demonstrate having resources and experience sufficient to meet the aggregate of the qualifying criteria for the individual lots Experience Criteria:   a minimum number of years of overall experience in the supply of goods and related services;a minimum production capacity or availability of equipment; and in case of a Bidder offering to supply goods which the Bidder did not manufacture or otherwise produce, the Bidder has been duly authorized by the goods’ Manufacturer or producer to supply the goods. Financial Criteria: Evidence of satisfactory completion of supply of similar goods of value
Award CriteriaPrior to expiration of the period of Bid validity, IHVN shall award the contract to the qualified and eligible Bidder that is found to be responsive to the requirements of the Schedule of Requirements and Technical Specification, and has offered the lowest price or the most reasonable price.
Bank Guarantee for Advanced PaymentAll contractors shall produce a banker’s guarantee or insurance bond prior to request for advance payment from the sum of N2.5m and above. Advance payment request below N2.5m will not be honored by the Institute.
Supplier Code of Conduct  IHVN is committed to working in partnership with our suppliers to realize the full value of our relationships and to positively contribute to our stakeholder communities and the environment. Therefore, the following conducts are expected from our suppliers: In keeping with our commitment to exercising appropriate standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in all business activities, IHVN will not tolerate bribery or corruption in any form, or any breach of its Anti-Bribery Policy.Fraud & Corruption, Gift and Hospitality: IHVN strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of IHVN vendors and requires all bidders/vendors to observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation. IHVN’s Anti-Fraud email: [email protected] can be reached at all times to report any foul play at any level.Suppliers are expected to maintain accurate records of their activities and performance that clearly demonstrate compliance with all applicable standards, regulations and IHVN requirements.Suppliers must disclose any personal relationships, economic interest or other ties to their business held by an employee or contractor with IHVN.Suppliers shall provide IHVN with high-quality products and services that meet all applicable quality and demonstrate that they have robust Standard Organization of Nigeria requirements in place. We expect suppliers to immediately report to IHVN of any concerns about product safety.Suppliers shall take appropriate measures to secure and protect all confidential information related to its relationship with IHVN and use it only for the purpose authorized under contractual agreement. This obligation shall remain in force regardless of the status of the business relationship.Suppliers to IHVN shall carry out operations with care for the environment and at a minimum will comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.Suppliers shall also comply with any additional category specific requirements regarding the goods or services provided to IHVN, for example our requirements in respect of specification.
  Instructions to Bidding/Requirements  All bids must be in ink or type written; submission in pencil will not be accepted.

All enquiries regarding the proposed application for the above should be addressed to the Deputy Director Procurement/HOD SCM of IHV-Nigeria.

Bids must be properly sealed.All bidders must include company profile.All bidders must include copies of tax clearance certificates for the past three years.All bids must provide evidence of at least two similar Jobs made in the past for IHVN/other organizations etc.The bidders must specialize in the printing services with proof. Bidders must provide proof of registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).Bidders must show proof of DUNS certification.Bidders must provide proof of audited financial statement in the last three years.Bids should be submitted to the head office on or before the date below specified as deadline.Bids will be opened at the expiration of the bid advert. Any quote with percentage/calculation error will be disqualified at the tender meeting.All bidders must indicate their bid validity period as 90 days from the date of this bid’s expiration.As time is of the essence, delivery of service shall be within 6 to 8 weeks from the date of receipt of L.P.O by contractor.  
Note*Bids which must reach us within ten (10) working days from the date of this publication should have the title of the BID written on the “Top Left Hand Corner” of the envelope.   Please find the Detailed Specifications under annex 1 below.  
Funding AgencyASPIRE Grant
Bid Start Date/ Time18/07/2023         8:00 am
Bid Deadline Date/ Time31/07/2023         10:00 am
  Contact
The Deputy Director Procurement/HOD SCM SCM Department Supply Chain Management Department
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria
Cadastral Zone COO Plot 62, after BAZE University, off CITEC Road, Abuja-NIGERIA
Tel: +234 (0) 9 4610342, 4610341, Fax: +234 Ext. 4025 Email: [email protected]

Annex 1

S/NDescriptionQty 
1Combined Pharmacy Order Form – Triplicate, A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover600
2Viral Load Order and Result Form – Duplicate, A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover600
3Adult Initial Clinical Evaluation Form – A4, Duplicate, Softcover, Soft bond300
4HIV Patient Tracking Register – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond200
5Pharmacy Daily Worksheet – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond100
6Appointment Book – Bond paper, A4, Spiral Bond, Hard Cover200
7Facility DSD Register – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond100
8HIV Care and Treatment Transfer Form100
9Viral Load Monitoring Register – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond100
10Enhanced Adherence Counselling Form – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover100
11Enhanced Adherence Counselling Monitoring Register – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond50
12Advanced HIV Disease Intensive Patient Follow-up – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover100
13Client Tracking & Discontinuation Form – Duplicate, A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover100
14Operation Triple Zero Register – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond200
15OTZ peer champion Module – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover200
16Checklist for follow-up of HIV infected Adolescent – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover200
17Operation Triple Zero Service Form – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover200
18OTZ Individualized Treatment assessment plan 1 of 2 and 2 of 2 – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover200
19Referral Forms – Bond paper, A4, Hard Bond, Soft Cover100
20Client Intake Form – Bond paper, A4, Hard Bond, Soft Cover300
21HIV Testing Services Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover100
22Partner Notification Service Form – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover100
23Index Testing Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover100
24PrEP Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover200
25Family Index Testing Form – Bond paper, A4, Hard Bond, Soft Cover50
26HIV Self-Testing Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover50
27HIV Self–Test Response and Referral Card – A3, Card printed front and back300
28PMTCT HTS Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover50
29Child Follow-up Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover20
30Maternal Cohort Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover20
31Cervical Screening and Treatment Register – Bond paper, A3, Hard Bond, Hard Cover200
32Cervical Cancer Screening Referral Card – A4 Booklet, Bond Paper, Soft Bond200
33Cervical Cancer Screening and Treatment Referral Tracker – A4 Booklet, Bond Paper, Soft Bond200
34Cervical Cancer Screening Form – Bond paper, A4, Hard Bond, Soft Cover200
35IPT Screening Tool120
36PLHIV Presumptive TB diagnosis evaluation and treatment register.200
37National Gender Based Violence (GBV) Service Delivery form 1 of 2 and 2 of 2 – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover600
38National Gender Based Violence (GBV) Incidence Form 1 of 2 and 2 of 2 – A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover600
39National Gender Based Violence (GBV) Care Register – A3, Bond paper, Hardcover, Hard bond400
40Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Routine Enquiry Tool – Bond paper, A4, Hard Bond, Soft Cover600
41Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Routine Enquiry Tool (Treatment Support) – Bond paper, A4, Hard Bond, Soft Cover600
42Gender – GBV Training LOG – A4, Card printed in the front364
43Gender – GBV Prevention / Outreach Log – A4, Card printed on the front       364
44Gender – GBV Monthly Reporting Summary: Referrals200
45Follow-Up Patient Form: PEP and POST PEP HIV TEST – A4, Bond paper, Soft Cover, Soft Bond384
46National Gender Based Violence (GBV) Client Screening and Intake form – A4, Bond paper, Soft Cover, Soft Bond600
47Household Vulnerability Assessment Form – 100 sheets, A4, Bond paper, soft cover, soft bond800
48Nutrition assessment form – 100 sheets, A4, Bond paper, soft cover, soft bond800
49Care Plan Achievement Checklist – 100 sheets, A4, Bond paper, soft cover, soft bond700
50Referral form for Vulnerable Household – Triplicate, A4, Soft Bond, Soft Cover400
51Vulnerable Children Enrolment Form – 100 sheets, A4, Bond paper, soft cover, soft bond800
52Care Giver Access to Emergency Fund – 100 sheets, A4, Bond paper, soft cover, soft bond700

IHVN Joins VERDI Consortium MPox Research Project

The 2022 MPox (monkeypox) pandemic has brought a Nigerian and West/Central African endemic disease to global attention. As a result, new international collaborations were created and scientists across the world began to work towards a better understanding of mpox and its impact on all populations.  While the global outbreak outside Africa largely affected men who have sex with men, in African countries, children and pregnant women are at particular risk.  The European Union-funded VERDI Consortium comprises nearly 30 teams of researchers from 16 countries in Europe, Africa, North America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia (https://verdiproject.org/consortium/).

Given its track record of impactful infectious disease research, the International Research Centre of Excellence (IRCE) at the Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) was invited to join the VERDI consortium in 2022.

IRCE-IHVN has a VERDI sub-award to contribute Nigerian data to a global pediatric mpox registry, conduct qualitative studies on mpox in the Nigerian context, and to develop research tools and a master protocol for an observational study of mpox among pregnant women in Nigeria.

This study seeks to preempt future infectious disease outbreaks by consolidating pandemic preparedness measures. The VERDI country Principal Investigator for Nigeria is Dr. Nadia A. Sam-Agudu, Senior Research Faculty at the International Research Centre of Excellence at the Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria. Other members of the VERDI Nigeria team, include Chinye Osa-Afiana, Chibueze Adirieje, Esekwe Amadosi, Karima Yusufu, Adeyosola Adetunji, and Ifeoluwa Afolabi.