Locally known as the Walter Reed Southern Highlands AIDS Program, the Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRJ) is an international non-governmental organization working in several countries conducting research studies and providing care and treatment to people affected by HIV/AIDS. HJFMRI is funded by the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief PEPFAR.
In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHSW), HJFMRI has been leading a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment program in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania since 2004 with support from the President's Emergency Plans for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The program is based within the Mbeya Referral Hospital and has since extended to more than 100 health facilities inMbeya, Rukwa and Ruvuma regions, which collectively represent a catchment area of about 6 million people. Mbeya region is one of high prevalence regions in Tanzania and expansion of HIV care and treatment programs is critical.
Reports to:Medical Director
Location:Mbeya
General Overview:
The purpose of this position is to provide clinical advice and direction in the implementation and scaling-up of Pediatric HIV and EID services within zone.
The program manager for Pediatric HIV care and treatment will be part of a team of experts whose areas of work will include: scaling up of PMTCT, PITC, TB/HIV and ART Services.
The Pediatric Manager's position is based in Mbeya with frequent travels to Rukwa, and Ruvuma andMbeya regions and limited travels to Dar es Salaam for support visits, and reports to the Medical Director. This position will initially be for 2 years after a probation period of 6 months. With mutual satisfaction and agreement, the position will be renewed thereafter
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates the management of Pediatric HIV and EID activities and program components within the zone
Coordinates the planning, initiation and implementation of Early Infant Diagnosis program and integration of Early Infant Diagnosis with HIV Pediatric Care and Treatment program including PMTCT
Provide technical support to implementing partners in planning, budgeting and supervision for pediatric HIV and Care activities Responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation and a broad range of agency-funded Pediatric program activities, initiatives and studies required to implement the President's Emergency Plan for aids Relief (PEP FAR) in the zone
To contribute to training and mentorship of DOD and site staff in Pediatric HIV Care and Treatment
To assist in program monitoring and evaluation in Pediatric HIV care and treatment
With Regional Health Management teams (RHMT), Council Health Management Teams (CHMT) and Hospital Management Teams (HMT), design and implement innovative strategies for improving the quality of Pediatric HIV and EID services
Work closely with Walter Reed M&E team to ensure monthly reporting of Pediatric HIV and EID indicators.
Participate in the preparation of documents, reports, pediatric HIV Care and Support related policies and activities.
Facilitate and coordinate Quality Improvement activities/initiatives in HIV care and treatment programs in the Southern Highland zone
Travel to the sites to oversee program implementation (travel up to 50% of the time in the field)
Represent Walter Reed Program at national and international meetings on Pediatric HIV Care and Support when needed Coordinate GBV activities within HIV care and treatment programs in the Southern Highland zone.
Participate in the Zonal RCH meetings to strengthen the integration of Pediatric HIV care with the National goals. Other relevant duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Medical degree preferably with Masters in Public Health (MPH) or similar degree Minimum three years' experience working with HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs.
Experience with Pediatric HIV programming
Clinical experience of pediatric HIV medicine
Strong supervisory and management skills
Proven interpersonal skills in working effectively as a member of a team or independently
Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with multiple government agencies, non-governmental organizations, faith-based organizations, and the private sector
Proven verbal and written communication skills including a demonstrated ability to write technical documents and give state-of-the-art presentations
Willingness to travel in Southern highlands up to 50% of the time Fluency in Kiswahili and English
Application Instructions:
Walter Reed Program is seeking qualified candidate to fill the positions below. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the
Human Resources Manager,
P.O. Box 6396,
Mbeya
NOTE: to be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE.. Those who do not meet the minimum requirements as detailed below should not submit applications
Pediatric HIV Program Manager at Walter Reed Program (WRP)
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