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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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Position	Logistics and Supply Chain Officer
Department	Supply Chain Management
Reports to	Head of Procurement/SCM
Location

Opening Date: 25^th May 2022
Closing Date:   8^th June 2022

Job Summary/Overview

The Supply Chain Management (SCM) department of IHVN is charged with the responsibility of executing procurement of goods and services, coordinates all supply chain-related activities within the institute, and by extension, oversees the operation of Third-Party Logistic Companies (3PL).

The department procures, warehouses, and delivers health commodities, strengthens national supply chain systems, and provides standard logistics support to ensure an uninterrupted supply of health products.

IHVN has the sole responsibility of coordinating and providing oversight to these vendors, which requires a full-time staff to perform the role of planning, coordinating, and monitoring logistics operations such as warehousing, inventory management, distribution, and freight management among other tasks.

Job Description

• Assist in the management and monitoring of Third Party Logistic Companies’ performance.
• Interface with clearing agents and freight forwarders to ensure timely clearing of shipments.
• Assist in coordinating the activities of the warehouse inspection committee
• Carry out routine and ad hoc warehouse visits to monitor and promote proper storage practices and conditions of commodities
• Support accurate inventory management and related record keeping.
• Contribute towards the development of logistics plans and ensure compliance with wider logistics policies and standards.
• Collect and analyze logistics data i.e. inventory, distribution, consumption data and report on selected performance indicators to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve the performance of the 3PL operations.
• Assist in reviewing the 3PL monthly stock status reports and advice as appropriate
• Daily logistics progress, monitoring, supervision, and internal cost control
• Application for logistics documents and certificates i.e. IDEC and NAFDAC permits
• Follow up on the distribution of both health and non-health commodities;
•  Prepare updates on shipment deliveries schedule
• Comprehensive management and strategic planning in carrying out all related logistics activities in accordance with Institute’s needs.
• Development of shipment tracker
• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, distribution times, and efficiency
• Checking data accuracy in distribution plans, PODs, and invoices.
• Develop weekly reports and send them to the supervisor.
• Any other tasks as assigned

Standard Minimum Qualification

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Transport Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics Management, Business Management or other related fields with 5 years of related work experience; advanced degree/diploma in supply chain management, professional certifications, and/or training/courses will be an added advantage.

Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]
• All Applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The subject of the email should be the job position and full name of the applicant.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.

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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The TB-LON 3 Project is a revolutionary Award program funded by USAID partnering with communities, facilities and relevant state and national structures to improve access to TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment and notification in Lagos, Ogun, Osun and Oyo States; as well as increase domestic financing for TB and strengthen surveillance and integrated reporting across four result areas:

• Improved access to high-quality, person-centered TB treatment, DR-TB, and TB/HIV services for a cumulative number of at least 106,576 persons for the life of the activity.
• Strengthened systems and structures for TB detection, treatment and notification with TB service delivery platforms strengthened
• TB disease transmission and progression reduced
• TB research and innovations accelerated with improved impact on program implementation.

The TB-LON 3 Project is implemented by a consortium with Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) as the Prime Recipient, Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities

Position (Designation):	Social and Behavioral Change Communications (SBCC) Consultant-Implementation (USAID Nigeria TB LON 3)
Reports To:	The Community Mobilization Assistant, The Lagos State Team Lead, and the Community Mobilization Advisor
Job Location:	Lagos State

Opening Date: 16/5/2022
Closing Date: 30/5/2022

Summary/Overview:

To support in mobilizing civil society coordinating, monitoring and supervising the project community activities in the States in addition to working closely with CSO partners and other stakeholders in the TB program implementation. The position also works closely with the State team to document best practices and lessons learned on the project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the Implementation Stakeholders Forum
• Provide technical assistance to Implementing entities, Community Volunteers, Community Based Organizations and Implementing entities on TB screening, presumptive identification, diagnostic evaluation, linkage to treatment, notification, Contact investigation and tracking of loss to follow up.
• Collaborate with the State, LGAs and other implementing partners in the community on TB LON 3 project including CSOs in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project deliverables.
• Oversee community activities and provide technical support to Community Volunteers implementing house to house, Contact investigation and community outreaches.
• Provide technical assistance to screening officers, Linkage coordinators and contact tracing liaison officers on TB screening, Presumptive identification and further evaluation for diagnosis
• Support high-quality data recording and reporting with Spot checking of TB documentation tools.
• Provide support to CLOs to ensure maximum yield from contact tracing activities
• Check and maintain the process of intensified TB case finding and treatment at sites.
• Collate and review data from TB Screening officers and Linkage coordinators under their purview
• Routine visits to supported facilities to assist in ensuring a smooth TB screening process at the clinic when necessary.
• Support OPD/DOTS referral linkage coordination, ensuring seamless integration between both clinics in terms of referrals to ensure no patient loss (100% linkage rate to DOTS).
• Collate weekly site cascade reports and routinely verify reports generated against source documents and
• Report challenges to supervising officer where necessary

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

•  Knowledge of the TB epidemiological situation in the State.
• Good knowledge of the terrain in these Local Government Areas.
• Strong coordination, planning, and supervisory skills.
• Strong networking and representational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English as well as presentation skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to identify and develop relevant areas of work
• Able to communicate complex issues in a concise, accessible, and engaging manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines with strong attention to consistency, detail, and quality
• Conversant with the use of Microsoft Office Applications – MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Qualifications:

• Should possess a background in Public Health, Nursing, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, or Community Health
• Master’s or higher degree in Public Health or Community Medicine is an added advantage.

Method of Application:

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]
• All Applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. 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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The TB-LON 3 Project is a revolutionary Award program funded by USAID partnering with communities, facilities and relevant state and national structures to improve access to TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment and notification in Lagos, Ogun, Osun and Oyo States; as well as increase domestic financing for TB and strengthen surveillance and integrated reporting across four result areas:

• Improved access to high-quality, person-centered TB treatment, DR-TB, and TB/HIV services for a cumulative number of at least 106,576 persons for the life of the activity.
• Strengthened systems and structures for TB detection, treatment and notification with TB service delivery platforms strengthened
• TB disease transmission and progression reduced
• TB research and innovations accelerated with improved impact on program implementation.

The TB-LON 3 Project is implemented by a consortium with Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) as the Prime Recipient, Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities

Position (Designation):	Social and Behavioral Change Consultant Communications (SBCC) (USAID Nigeria TB LON 3)
Reports To:	Community Mobilization Advisor & Deputy Chief of Party
Job Location:	Lagos State

Opening Date: 16/5/2022
Closing Date: 30/5/2022

Summary/Overview:

The Consultant will provide strategic communications consultation and guidance to the project. He/She will plan, drive, implement, monitor, and measure the results of communications plans to advance IHVN/TB LON 3 mission, strategic plan, and business objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support strategy planning and execution for communication plans and programs, major organizational campaigns and initiatives related to media relations, crisis communication, organizational communication, community relations, social media and executive communication.
• Work with key internal role-players to brainstorm content ideas, in line with the company’s strategy and in support of various brand initiatives.
• Ensure the organizational voice and narrative, and Mission, Vision and Values, including the culture and heritage of founding organizations, are present in all communication efforts.
• Develop and implement a communication strategy that includes media outreach and social media content creation.
• Acquire and maintain a detailed knowledge of the company’s policies, principles and strategies, and to keep up-to-date with relevant developments.
• Support and evaluate the results of communication campaigns with the team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong skills in the field of communications, media relations, social media, digital, news, and/or staff engagement communications activities.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the communications discipline along with critical thinking and strategic counseling skills.
• Demonstrates strong writing, editing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to build and improve positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Understands and acts independently to drive functional strategies forward to advance IHVN/TB LON3 mission, strategic plan, and business goals.
• Strong networking and representational skill. Builds credibility with peers and internal stakeholders.
• Assesses opportunities for improvements, and demonstrates willingness and ability to adapt to change.
• Able to communicate complex issues in a concise, accessible and engaging manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines with strong attention to consistency, detail, and quality
• Conversant with the use of Microsoft Office Applications – MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Qualifications

• Should possess a background in Communication Arts or any other Social Sciences
• Master’s or higher degree in Communication Arts is an added advantage

Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

All Applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. 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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

ADHOC PROGRAM ASSISTANT

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, research, capacity building, and care and support services. IHVN is seeking suitable and qualified candidates to fill in the position of an Adhoc Program Assistant.

Position:	Adhoc Program Assistant
Unit:	Clinical Laboratory
Department:	Laboratory

Opening Date: 26^th April 2022
Closing Date:   1^st May 2022

Summary/Overview:

The Adhoc Program Assistant, will report to the HOD clinical laboratory services and work closely with the HIV DR sequencing unit. S/he will take part in routine analytical work in the HIV DR sequencing lab. S/he will be involved in receipt of samples and reagents, keeping of sample inventory, documentation of laboratory processes, sample preparation for genomic analysis and other duties as assigned.

 Responsibilities

• Select and label samples in preparation for testing.
  Maintain all laboratory records.
• Sample preparation for genomic analysis and other duties as assigned.
• Document all activities, results and report to laboratory management.
• Clean and sterilize equipment and work area.
• Undertake basic administrative tasks such as filing.
• Comply with the correct procedures, policies, and health and safety regulations.
• Participate in the execution of targets within agreed time lines.

Follow methodologies and standard operating procedures in carrying out assigned tasks.

• Stay informed with the latest industry trends, techniques, and best practices.

Requirements:

• Degree in Medical laboratory sciences (B.MLS) and related fields Biochemistry, Microbiology (B.Sc.)
• Computer literacy in Ms. Word, Excel and Power point
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems is an added advantage.

Method of Application:

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. 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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Position:	Grant Management Officer
Department	Grants Management
Location	Central Office

Opening Date: 14/04/2022
Closing Date: 28/04/2022

Job Description

• Interpretation of funding/ application guidelines: Request for Application (RFA), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO.).
• Meeting with relevant stakeholders towards full participation in writing grant proposals, response to RFPs/FOAs, and completing application forms in the Grants.gov and ASSIST applications.
• Post-award responsibilities include preparing LOAs and MOUs for partners’/treatment sites and stakeholders and reviewing contract sub-awards/ subcontracts, including the scope of work, budget, modifications, prior award expenditures, extensions, addenda to Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)/Letter of Agreement (LOA).
• Preparation and review of sub-partner financial submissions for conformity with funding guidelines.
• Preparation of budget submissions for grant proposals in line with best financial practices and budgetary principles.
• Development of funding dynamics for budget submissions of sub-partners, consultants, contractors, and service delivery facilities.
• Orientation and mentoring of regional, state office, and health facility staff concerning the interpretation of the contents of the LOA, such as scope of work, activities, responsibilities, reporting, terms of agreements, certifications, budgets, etc., as indicated in the LOAs/MOUs.
• Liaise with regional/state staff on one hand, and partners and health facilities on another on all matters concerning the grant and the existing relationships.
• Proper documentation of correspondence, maintenance, and tracking LOAs, MOU, and budgets.
• Attend to the external auditors’ requests regarding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), MOU with our funding partners, and LOAs with implementing partners.
• Preparation and collation of Monthly Spend plan and Work plan and Burn-rate Analysis.
• Post-award responsibilities include reviewing all grants and contract sub-awards/ sub-contracts, including the scope of work, budget, modifications, prior award expenditures, and extensions.
• Assist Grants Director in negotiating, executing, and implementing grants policies and co-ordinate various grants activities effectively.
• Other cross-cutting activities across several prime and sub-grants

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Economics, and Business.
• Computer literacy – strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills.
• Possessing a professional degree such as MBA (Finance Management) or a professional certification (ACA) will be an added advantage.

 Experience

Must have completed NYSC service and two or more years of working experience required.

Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]
• All applications must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The subject of the email should be the job position and full name of the applicant.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.