NAFASI ZA KAZI WIZARA YA AFYA

The Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MoHCDGEC) is charged with the task of providing leadership to the Health Sector Response to HIV/AIDS.

In fulfilling this task, the MoHCDGEC through the National AIDS Control Programme has solicited support and collaboration from different stakeholders. Using the obtained resources, the NACP is looking for suitable candidates to fill in the following vacant positions. The successful candidates will work under contractual agreement for a period of one year with possibility of renew.

In that connection, the Ministry of Health Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the following vacancies:

Program Officer

: Laboratory Reporting to the Head - Pharmaceuticals and Laboratory Services Unit

Duties:
The Laboratory Program Officer leads the laboratory component of the Pharmaceuticals and Laboratory Services Unit of the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP). He /she oversee planning and implementation of laboratory diagnostics for high quality HIV/AIDS services of NACP.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities
• Coordinate the development of laboratory training materials including standard-operating procedures (SOP) for HIV/AIDS treatment and care tests.
• Oversee the training of trainers to for new approved HIV/AIDS related laboratory diagnostics and. coordinate their scale towards improving HIV/AIDS treatment and care outcomes
• Build teams of laboratory experts to enhance uptake of emerging HIV/AIDS technologies in the country
• Coordinate adaption and implementation of laboratory information systems and' data management initiatives that inform and enhance HIV/AIDS services in the country.
• Select, quantify, support procurement and distribution of laboratory equipment, reagents and supplies as needed to ensure uninterrupted patient centered HIV/AIDS services according to the national HIV/AIDS . treatment and care package in collaboration with Diagnostic Section and PSU of MOHCDGEC and stakeholders,
• Support implementation of laboratory quality management systems to enhance highest quality possible laboratory services support to HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment services in the country.
• Support quality improvement efforts including supportive supervision and mentorship to health facilities staff providing HIV related services.
• Compile, interpret laboratory data and reports and share accordingly with relevant levels and stakeholders as required.
• Promote operational research on various on various HIV/AIQS services, delivery.
• Perform other technical duties as assigned by his/her supervisors

Qualifications and Experience required
• Citizen of the United Republic of Tanzania
• Degree in medical laboratory sciences from a recoqnlzed university such as microbiology, immunology, haematology, pathology and clinical chemistry. Post graduate degree in one of the above lab disciplines OR Masters of Public Health (MPH) is required.
• Experience of working with the Ministry of Health, International health organization or NGO.
• Minimum of 5 years of working in a regional, zonal or national laboratory.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact with multidisciplinary staff, experts and clients.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English and-Kiswahili.
• Excellent computer skills in data management and Microsoft office.
• Registered with the Health Laboratory Practitioners Board.

Remuneration:
Attractive packages will be offered to successful candidates commensurate with qualifications, experience and skills level.

Programme Accountant 

Reporting to the Head - Finance and Administration Unit

Main Responsibilities
• Preparation of all financial statements, budgets, and budgetary. control and coordinates audits. Exercise budgetary control for each payments
• Ensure correct and complete records in books of primary entry.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliation statements
• Assist in preparations of Annual Plans and Budgets
• Maintain records of income and expenditures for the programme
• Budget monitoring against actual expenditures

Qualifications and experience required
• Citizen of the United Republic of Tanzania.
• Not more than 45 years of age.
• Holder of CPA
• Having MSc. Finance will be an added advantage.
• Must be conversant in Accounting Packages including Epicor, and Quick Books
• Excellent written and oral communication in English and Kiswahili
• At least five years' experience in an Accounting Department/unit in a reputable organization
• Registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA).

Duty Station: Dar es Salaam

Remuneration:
Attractive packages will be offered to successful candidates commensurate with qualifications, experience and skills level.

Program Officer- TB/HIV 

Reporting to the Head - Care, Treatment and Support Unit

Main tasks and responsibilities

1. Development and review of TB/HIV policy and guidelines
   In collaboration with NTLP, regional, district and partners develops and reviews TB/HIV policy and guidelines for the management of patients with TB HIV co-infection, including ICF and IPT; Conduct follow-up visits to ensure adherence to the policy and guidelines; attend meetings to discuss the same; and advise the NACP.
2. Development and review of TB/HIV training packages
   Participate in the development and review of TB/HIV training packages; organize training of health care workers on TB/HIV collaborative activities; Ensure regional, district and partners are adhering to national training curriculum; Participate in the quantification/forecasting of drugs for management of TB/HIV collaborative activities.
3. Development of proposal and operational plans for TB/HIV collaboration activities
   Develop short and long-term government and donor-funded operational plans on TB/HIV collaborative activities; Implement approved operational plans on the TB/HIV collaborative activities.
4. Monitoring of TB/HIV collaborative activities-
   Develop a 'feedback mechanism to ensure that, approved reports of TB/HIV activities are disseminated to lower levels of the health system and partners; Liaise with the Epidemiology unit of-the NACP to ensure that reports are produced on a timely basis; Visit health facilities regularly as part of supportive supervision and mentoring to ensure that the TB/HIV activities are conducted accordingly; Coordinate supportive supervision and mentoring on TB/HIV collaborative activities.
5. Evaluation
   Develop an assessment tool to assist in evaluating performance of the TB/HIV collaborative activities in the region and districts; Evaluate the performance of the system from time to time to ensure its efficiency and effectiveness; Develop measures for improvement of the system in provision of TB/HIV services in the health facilities.
6. **Administrative duties**

Collect and maintain important data and records related to TB/HIV services in the health; Prepare detailed progress reports on TB/HIV collaborative activities arid submit them to the Head of the CTU and the Programme Manager.

Qualifications and experience required
• Citizen of the United Republic of Tanzania.
• Not more than 45 years of age.
• Medical Doctor with 3 - 5 years' experience in HIV care and treatment
• including TB/HIV, preferably with an MPH or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal, diplomacy and facilitation skills
• Sensitivity to cultural differences & understanding of the political & ethical issues surrounding HIV & TB
• Computer skills including, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Kiswahili

Duty Station: Dar es Salaam

Remuneration:
Attractive packages will be offered to successful candidates commensurate with qualifications, experience and skills level.

Interested candidates should send an application accompanied with their recent CV and relevant copies of their certificates, testimonials and names and addresses of TWO referees to:

Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children
P. O. Box 11857
Dar es Salaam

NB: Closing date will be two weeks from the first advertisement this newspaper. Only successful candidates will be contacted and all interview costs will be borne by the applicants.