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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.

To further drive quality and engender global best practices in all thematic and research areas, is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Research Assistant (2)
Scheduled Work Time	Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Reports to	Project Coordinator A-STEP Study
Location	Central, Abuja

Opening Date: 8^th August, 2025

Closing Date: 15^th August, 2025

Position Overview

The A-STEP study, a pre- and post-interventional study in three Nigerian states. The primary goal

is to develop and pilot and assess the impact of a scalable educational intervention on over-the-counter antibiotic dispensing among pharmacists and patent medicine vendors using standardized

patients to measure the outcome of interest. This study will complement the efforts by the Nigerian

government to reduce microbial resistance in the Nigerian population.

Description and objectives:

Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator- A-STEP Study, the Research Assistant (Central) will provide support in the following activities. His or her activities include i). Support data collection from Community Pharmacists and PPMVs ii). Travel to the implementing states to ensure follow-up and compliance of the study population to the protocol iii). Participate and oversee the activities of the Standardized Patients iv). Ensure quality of data and participate with engagement of the relevant

stakeholders v). Support training program, planning and dissemination activities vi). Support all other study related activities as mandated by the Study coordinator and the PI.

Responsibilities:

• Support data collection from the study population comprising community pharmacists and proprietary patent medicine vendors.
• Support and participate as Standardized Patients where applicable.
• Ensure complete, efficient and active follow-up of the selected community pharmacists and PPMVS as the sample population of the study.
• Support and carry out surveys, interviews, and focused group discussions as applicable within the study.
• Ensure the quality of data collection and support in the engagement efforts with stakeholders.
• Support the training program, planning and dissemination of study findings as applicable.
• Support all other study-related activities as mandated by the Study coordinator.

Required competencies:

Core requirements:

• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people of different backgrounds.
• Good communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office – (Word, Spreadsheet, and PowerPoint), other applicable software.

Education and Experience:

• BSc in any Health or Social Sciences, and Education.
• At least 1 year of work experience.
• Soft skills- good communication, Interviewing, Data Collection, Meeting Coordination, data, transcribing audio and video recordings.

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 

IHVN only recruits representatives who are suited and abide to the strict responsibility of SEAH.

By applying for this role, you agree to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.

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. 

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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

To further drive quality and engender global best practices in HIV and TB care and treatment, this advert is therefore seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Program Officer-Surveillance & Data Management
Department	Strategic Information
Reports to	Surveillance Lead
Location	Abuja

Opening Date: 20^th January, 2025

Closing Date:  2^nd February, 2025

Position Overview

The Program Officer, Surveillance / Data Management will provide technical support for the implementation of HIV/AIDS surveillance activities and surveys in IHVN-supported States. The Program Officer will collaborate with Stakeholders, including Federal/State Ministries of Health, funders, and relevant implementing partners to strengthen the national HIV/AIDS case-based surveillance, recency surveillance and mortality surveillance initiatives. The program officer will develop, manage, and maintain data visualization tools, including Power BI dashboards, for monitoring HIV/AIDS program performance. The Program Officer will provide support for epidemiological data collection, analysis, and use for monitoring the trends of HIV sentinel events among people living with HIV. The Program Officer will provide technical assistance to site and above-site level personnel to ensure surveillance data are used for improving the quality of patient management and public health response.

Required Competencies

• Performs HIV/AIDS surveillance data analyses and monitors surveillance data for change in epidemiological trends.
• Participates in planning and conducting outbreak and other epidemiologic investigations by assisting with the onsite review of facilities and procedures; interviewing patients, health care providers, and others involved; and assisting in collecting data from local agencies or other health entities.
• Participates in rapid/emergency response to suspected/confirmed outbreaks as needed.
• Assists in preparing reports from analyses of surveillance data, literature reviews, and other information using behavioral science, demographic and epidemiologic analytic techniques, and evaluation.
• Perform data quality assurance activities; undertake periodic field supervision visits to assess and evaluate the implementation of surveillance activities, identify gaps and recommend corrective actions based on key performance indicators.
• Design and develop interactive Power BI dashboards to monitor key HIV/AIDS program indicators (e.g., testing, treatment, adherence, and viral suppression).
• Implement data models and visualizations that track progress toward program targets, identify trends, and highlight potential areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with program teams to identify visualization needs and ensure dashboards align with program goals.
• Use advanced Excel functions (e.g., XLOOKUP, COUNTIFS, IF, AND, OR, PivotTables) for data validation, cleaning, and analysis.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all visualizations and reports.
• Extract and transform data from multiple sources (e.g., DHIS2, EMRs, and other databases) into formats suitable for visualization in Power BI and Excel.
• Maintain data pipelines and automate processes for regular data updates.
• Provide training to team members and stakeholders on Power BI and Excel functionalities to enhance their ability to utilize the dashboards effectively.
• Develop user guides and documentation to support dashboard usage and troubleshooting.
• Participates in writing grants and other funding proposals.
• Participate in capacity building initiatives for surveillance data use

Job Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Access, SPSS, R, or SAS).
  • Experience with dashboard development and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Applied knowledge of principles and practices of epidemiology.
  • Knowledge of HIV/AIDS surveillance initiatives in Nigeria
  • Research methods, procedures, and techniques used in identifying and evaluating disease characteristics.
  • Contemporary medical methods and practices used in the control of a variety of diseases.
  • Principles and practices applicable to the surveillance and investigation of communicable diseases.
  • Public health surveillance, computerized database management, data analysis, program evaluation, literature search, effective verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly
  • Proficiency in the use of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word, Google doc and analytic software such as STATA, R and SPSS.
  • Ability to write simple reports; to write technical and non-technical information material.
  • Ability to follow oral or written instructions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Interpersonal relations, as applied to contacts with representatives of governmental agencies and other implementing partners
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to data quality and integrity.
  • Familiarity with national and international HIV surveillance standards and guidelines.

Educational qualifications and experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in public health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in public health research and data analysis, preferably in HIV/AIDS-related work. Experience with surveillance activities and epidemiologic investigations is an asset.

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

• As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 
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• IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.
• By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.

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 is open from 2^nd February,2025 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services (IMPACT) project is a World Bank performance-based financing project in Nigeria that targets children under five and women as primary beneficiaries. The IMPACT project was developed in support of the commitment of the Government of Nigeria to improve its Human Capital to reduce under-five Mortality by half by 2030: from 132 to 79 per 1,000 births in 2030 (World Bank, 2020).

In order to successfully implement this project, IHVN is therefore seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	LGA Ad- Hoc Staff
Department	Prevention Care & Treatment
Reports to	Program Lead, Clinical Services
Location	Across the 18 LGAs in Ondo state

Opening Date: 27^th December, 2024

Closing Date:  3^rd January 2025

Position Overview

• Support high-quality data recording and reporting into documentation tools.
• Check and maintain the intensified malaria case management process at clustered facilities using the hub-and-spoke model.
• Perform malaria diagnosis using Rapid Diagnostic test kits (RDTs) and do necessary referral/network coordination.
• Support the Community Mobilization team in coordinating, collecting, and reviewing community intervention data.
• Collate and review data from facilities in his/her assigned clustered facilities using data capturing tools and electronic data collection systems (ODK).
• Routine visits to assigned facilities and communities within his/her cluster to ensure quality malaria diagnosis, treatment, and prevention services when necessary.
• Support referral linkage coordination, ensuring seamless integration between communities and facilities regarding referrals to ensure no patient loss (100% linkage rate to facilities).
• Support malaria commodity tracking and reporting at supported health facilities to avoid stock out of drugs and other malaria commodities.
• Collate weekly site reports, routinely verify reports generated against source documents, and report challenges to the IHVN supervising officer where necessary.
• Regularly support the updating of all NMEP documentation tools in the LGA.
• Ensure daily update is made into NMEP recording registers.
• Assist LGA M&E and Malaria program officers in monthly data collation and reporting.
• Support with data retrieval, collation, and review from different SDPs and interventions in the LGA.

Required Competencies

Knowledge of the State/LGA is highly essential.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum HND/ Bachelor’s degree in health informatics, Public Health, Nursing, health Sciences or Community Health, Social Sciences, Biological Sciences or related field.
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Safeguarding (PSEAH):/As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 

IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.

By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.

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 is open from 27^th December 2024, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Network for Oncology Research in Sub-Saharan Africa (NORA)
Call for Application for Masters Students to conduct Research within the NORA Research Project

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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

About the project

Cancer causes an estimated 533,000 deaths in the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) annually. Breast cancer and cervical cancer are the most common in the SSA, making women the more disproportionately affected demographic. The biggest challenges to cancer care in this region are the lack of sufficient data, implementation, monitoring, challenges to comprehensive, interdisciplinary, and multi-level cancer care at all levels of the health system. The widely established benchmark indicators of adequate care are screening uptake, stage at presentation, time to diagnosis, and referral to treatment. Applied research aimed at substantially contributing to decreasing mortality must address key variables along the continuum of care such as, what is the pattern of cancer incidence, cancer stage, cancer survival and how does it change over time? How can the demand for cancer screening in rural and urban communities be increased? How can cancer care be successfully integrated in decentral primary care settings? How can hospital-based cancer registries help trace patient journeys and support standardized treatment referral within a resource constrained setting.

The overall goal of the Network for Oncology Research in Africa (NORA) is to contribute to reducing mortality of Breast Cancer and Cervical Cancer in partner countries (Nigeria, South Africa, Ethiopia and Tanzania) that are part of the NORA consortium. NORA is set to carry out research which establishes evidence-based breast cancer, cervical cancer screening, and treatment pathways applicable in SSA. The research also seeks to generate policy recommendations for effective cancer control strategies. Ultimately, the goal of NORA is to contribute to a significant reduction in breast cancer and cervical cancer mortality in Africa.

In addition, NORA provides the following:

1. A platform for academics and young scientists with comprehensive methodological and management competencies, enabling them to take on long-term applied research within the framework of national strategies.
2. An advanced mentoring concept which gives scientists confidence to develop their individual research profiles.
3. Intensive networking and participation in scientific events geared towards fostering a community of practice, aimed at shaping the African research agenda, and adapting it to population needs.

Requirements for selection

The project involves capacity building for scientists in the field of cancer research and is therefore offering opportunities for master’s students in target research themes along the cancer care continuum to develop their research, leadership skills and future independent research careers.

Master Students interested in applying are expected to have:

1. A first degree in relevant health sciences
2. Must be newly enrolled (Not more than one month) in a master’s degree program in Nigeria, within the field of epidemiology, public health, or implementation sciences for themes related to public health.
3. Master’s degree course/research area is closely related with cancer research and willing to conduct research in the following areas as part of master’s dissertation/thesis.

• RT 1:1 Cancer registration, screening and surveillance 
• RT 3.3: Needs analysis and design of breast cancer primary clinic screening strategy; and the piloting, refining, and evaluation of selected implementation strategies at two primary health clinics in FCT
• RT 3.4: Cervical cancer screening/triaging of patients to therapy
• Research experience will be an added advantage.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Language requirement: Fluency in English and Hausa (written and spoken).
2. Interest in cancer research and a commitment to a career path in cancer epidemiology and cancer-related research-training.
3. Enrolled in a Masters training programme in a recognized training institution in Nigeria prior to application (Not more than six months into the second semester, having completed or being in the process of completing their coursework, but to finalize a topic for their thesis)
4. Willingness to centre thesis around the NORA research areas of cancer registration, breast and cervical cancer
5. Time and willingness to participate in team activities such as data collection, abstract writing, team meeting, scheduled PowerPoint presentations on progress updates and attendance of consortium meetings.
6. Possess relevant skills/qualities such as punctuality, leadership, teamwork, communication and creativity.
7. Based in the FCT

Application process:

 Eligible candidates are required to submit the following:

1. Updated academic CV with publications (if any) relevant to your application.
2. Application letter stating reasons for application and why you are eligible for the role.
3. A Personal statement stating the following:
4. Description of relevant professional achievements and related experience
5. Motivation for application
6. Research interests
7. Career goals, future growth and career advancement based on this fellowship opportunity.

4. A 3–5-page research concept with background, hypothesis/research question, objectives, methods and reference.
5. Also include a summary not exceeding 350 words with introduction/background, objective, method and expected result.
6. Two academic reference (supporting) letters.

About the employment offer:

The project will provide successful candidates with the following:  

1. Stipend as per the project scale for successful candidates
2. Research project support and 50% tuition coverage
3. Multidisciplinary mentoring and capacity building across the consortium universities and centers 
4. Possible covering of additional training cost and travel support 

Recruitment

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview by the panel of assessors and interviewers.

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 

IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.

By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.

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
• The application deadline is the 18^the of December 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.

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.

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

Position	Technical Consultant  – Mental Health and Psychosocial Services
Duration	6 months
Reports to	Project Director, GF GC-7
Location	Abuja

OPENING DATE: December 5, 2024
CLOSING DATE:   December 19, 2024

The Technical Consultant – MHPSS will be responsible for technical support and oversight of the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of MHPSS components of the IHVN Global Fund project for key and vulnerable populations and contribute to the development of project staff and project delivery.

Essential Job Functions/ Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and programs related to mental health and psychosocial support.
• Provide technical expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of MHPSS interventions across supported states.
• Conduct training and capacity-building activities for staff, partners, and sub-recipients to enhance their understanding of MHPSS principles and practices.
• Support the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track the impact and effectiveness of MHPSS programs.
• Ensure compliance with international standards, guidelines, and ethical principles in the delivery of MHPSS services.
• Stay updated on the latest research, best practices, and innovations in the field of MHPSS and incorporate them into program design and implementation.
• Foster partnerships and collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and mental health professionals.

Minimum Requirements and Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology, social work, public health, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in mental health and psychosocial support programs, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong knowledge of MHPSS principles, guidelines, and best practices.
• Familiarity with different psychosocial intervention approaches and counseling techniques.
• Experience in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Excellent training and facilitation skills.

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 

IHVN recruits only candidates who are suited and comply to the strict responsibility of PSEAH.

By applying, you agree to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on PSEAH.

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: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it [email protected]
• This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.