The Pediatric Advisor (PA) plays a key role in the development of EGPAF Tanzania’s pediatric focus and strategy. The PA provides technical advise to the Technical Director and the Country Director of EGPAF Tanzania, builds capacity of sub-grantees’ and EGPAF’s staff in neonatal and child health, in particular in the prevention, care and treatment of pediatric HIV, develops innovative approaches to improve the program and acts as a valuable source of information for the MOHSW and implementing partners while continuously advocating for high quality health services for HIV exposed or infected children and their families.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Development and implementation of EGPAF Tanzania’s pediatric strategy (20% of time) Continuously reviewing EGPAF Tanzania’s strategies on neonatal and child health, with particular focus on pediatric HIV and providing technical assistance for further improvement of EGPAF Tanzania’s programs Regular meet with coordinators of program components and address the pediatric issues concerned Work with M&E department to regular monitor progress towards pediatric targets Work with regional teams on identifying and addressing region specific pediatric issues. Implementing and updating EGPAF Tanzania’s Pediatric Framework Participate in Foundation’s overall activities concerning pediatric strategies
Coordinate pediatric partnerships (20% of time) Coordinate cooperation with Pediatric Association of Tanzania (PAT) Monitor pediatric mentoring through PAT members Coordinate collaboration with BIPAI (Baylor International Pediatric AIDS Initiative) Coordinate pediatric clinical attachment program Supervise and provide orientation and technical support to Baylor PACs at KCMC Participate in coordination of CCFCC at KCMC Coordinate the outreach activities( CPEP) in Arusha and Kilimanjaro region Coordinate pediatric clinical attachment program at KCMC Obtain and submit CPEP reports quarterly Support the POPC responsible for KCMC in supportive supervision Develop further pediatric partnerships
Pediatric capacity building of partners (50% of time) Closely collaborate with the Training and Capacity Building department (TCB) in the planning and facilitation of trainings related to neonatal and child health, including pediatric HIV Participate in trainings building pediatric capacity of subgrantees (i.e. refresher trainings, comprehensive pediatric HIV training) Assist in addressing site specific needs by direct didactic training and mentoring Development of new training curricula; improvement of existing training curricula Specifically ensure that guideline changes are addressed and shared Coordinate and supervise the role out and improvement of the District Mentorship Program Supervise the DM activities in all regions in cooperation with the field offices
Provide technical support to MOHSW, implementing partners and other stakeholders in Tanzania (10 % of time) Communicate and share with MOHSW NACP and RCH section activities, observations and interventions as conducted by the Foundation in relevance to neonatal and child health, including pediatric HIV Participate in the Technical Working Group Pediatric AIDS Tanzania Participate in other technical working groups as need arises Assist in the documentation and dissemination of important achievements and developments in child health and pediatric HIV amongst stakeholders Other Duties:
The PA will be expected to undertake other duties from time to time, as discussed and agreed with the Technical Director and the Country Director.
Workstation:
The position is based in Dar es Salaam and frequent travel (max 40%) to other parts of the country is a core requirement of this position. Occasional travel outside Tanzania may be necessary.
Education and experience
Medical degree with a specialization in Pediatrics Extensive clinical experience in neonatal and child health services, in particular care of HIV exposed children and their families in resource poor settings Extensive experience in training and capacity building, with a focus on coaching and mentoring At least three years of proven experience in HIV-project management Proven experience in documentation of pediatric strategic frameworks and reporting on best practices and lessons learned At least three years of work experience in Africa, preferably in Tanzania MPH desirable Essential Skills and Knowledge
Energetic, pro-active, independent and self-motivated Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills Excellent management and diplomatic skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of team Skills and knowledge in program sustainability and capacity building Extensive knowledge on neonatal and child health, in particular HIV prevention and care Good understanding of basic IT programs (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, email etc.), knowledge of statistical programs an advantage Fluency in English, both oral and written Desirable Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of existing in country key stakeholders in HIV related activities Experience in working for an international NGO Knowledge of USAID / CDC procedures, rules and regulations Knowledge of Kiswahili language an advantage.
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