Pediatric
and Adolescent Services Advisor Job at Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania
(MGIT) | Deadline: 28th September 2018
Pediatric
and Adolescent Services Advisor Job at Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania
(MGIT) | Deadline: 28th September 2018
Background:
Founded in 1807, The University of Maryland, Baltimore, (also known as the
University of Maryland or UMB) comprises of some of the oldest professional
Schools including School of dentistry, law, medicine, pharmacy, social work and
nursing in the United States.
UMB
works around the world to enhance capacity of governments, Regional and
District Health Management Teams to improve the quality of health services
through targeted technical assistance, systems development and
institutionalization of quality improvement initiatives. In Tanzania, UMB works
through its affiliate, Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania (MGIT) a not for
profit organization.
UMB
has teamed up with Amref Health Africa to implement a Comprehensive HIV Care
and Treatment project aimed at acceleration of achieving the 95-95-95 goals for
HIV Epidemic control and building of sustainable health systems for optimized
population-wide health outcomes. The project which is branded as Afya Kamilifu
Project received funding from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS
Relief (PEPFAR) through CDC Tanzania and will be implemented in Tanga Regiona
and Zanzibar Islands. UMB and Amref Health Africa will work under the guidance
and close collaboration of CDC Tanzania, Ministry of Health, Community
Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Zanzibar Ministry of health,
President’s Office Regions Authority and Local Government (PORALG), RHMTs,
CHMTs, Health facilities and other stakeholders for successful implementation
of the Afya Kamilifu Project.
MGIT
is advertising for the following position to support its work under this
project, and invites all qualified candidates to apply:
POSITION:
Pediatric and Adolescent Services Advisor
REPORTS
TO: Associate Director for Clinical Services
LOCATION:
Dar es Salaam, with frequent travels to Tanga and Zanzibar
JOB
SUMMARY
The
Pediatric and Adolescent advisor will work under the leadership of the
Associate Director for Clinical services in all technical matters while working
very closely with the Regional Project manager. The position holder will be
responsible for the overall oversight and coordination of all Paediatrics and
Adolescents HIV interventions. S/He will also supervise the Paediatrics and
Adolescents officers to ensure they meet their day to day goals and objectives
of high-quality Paediatrics and Adolescents HIV services delivery at the
council and Facility levels. S/he will be the key person in representing the
Project’s Paediatrics and Adolescents portfolio.
SPECIFIC
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead
the implementation of all Paediatric and Adolescent HIV care activities in the
supported regions through the Pediatrics and Adolescents Officers, including
implementation of focused interventions that target at increasing HIV
identification, linkage, treatment, retention and viral suppression
Support
the preparation of the technical annual work plans and particularly on all
matters related to Pediatric and adolescent HIV care.
Coordinate
all Paediatric and Adolescent HIV care trainings and technical capacity
building in the supported regions.
Work
with R/CHMTs to develop supportive supervision and mentorship plans focused on
Pediatrics and Adolescent HIV service delivery.
Work
closely with the facilities, Civil Society Organizations and communities to
develop effective tracking mechanisms for lost to follow-up of pediatrics and
adolescents
Closely
monitor progress of agreed deliverables as per annual work plan and offer
required course of action towards achieving the targets.
Leads
the preparation of the quarterly and annual reports, best practices,
presentations and narratives
Participates
in regular technical team meetings, and other routine organization-wide
meetings.
Represent
Afya Kamilifu in various meetings and forums related to Pediatrics and
adolescent’s HIV at regional and national level.
Participate
in the various Technical Working Groups related to Pediatric HIV care at
national level.
Participate
in the development and execution of research project related to Pediatric and
adolescent’s HIV.
Perform
any other duties as assigned by the Associate Director for Clinical Services
QUALIFICATIONS:
Medical
or Nursing degree with master’s in health-related field such as MMED, MPH,
Epidemiology.
A
minimum of 5 years’ experience working in PEPFAR funded projects; an experience
working with R/CHMTs and facilities providing Pediatrics and Adolescents
services.
Demonstrated
ability to plan and coordinate with a variety of collaborators, including national
level managers, donors, technical assistance organizations and NGOs
Demonstrated
experience in developing and implementing successful training and supervisory
systems as well as direct supervision experience.
Ability
to work with Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint
Ability
to work independently and manage various tasks in a team setting on a daily
basis
Strong
organizational and communication skills.
Strong
problem-solving skills
Fluency
in written and spoken English and Swahili.
Instructions
for Submitting Applications:
ii.
Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s
work experience preferably in the last 5 years. References should include
contact information including daytime phone, and e-mail address.
iii.
All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability
for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications, and
experiences.
iv.
Candidates should attach a CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in
areas relevant to the job
v.Job
related stated qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements
that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
vi.
All applicants should include daytime phone and skype contact information.
vii.
Deadline for application is 28th September 2018, 5:00pm Tanzania Time.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Interested
candidates should send their application letters, enclosing their CVs, copies
of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees to the following
postal address;
HR
& Administration Coordinator
Maryland
Global Initiatives Tanzania LTD
Plot
591 Yacht Club Rd
Msasani
Peninsular
P.
O. Box 75568
Dar
es Salaam.
OR
electronically through hr@mgitanzania.org
Maryland
Global Initiatives Tanzania**(MGIT) is an equal opportunity employer and
encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, ethnicity, or
any other status variable.**
The
TB/HIV advisor will work under the leadership of the Associate Director
Clinical services in all technical matters while working very closely with the
Regional Project manager.