Job Description

Posted on March 16, 2021

Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is one of largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.
The AIDS healthcare Foundation (AHF) Zambia invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the under listed position:
Job Title: Prevention Program Coordinator-Southern Province
Responsibilities:
Coordinate all prevention activities in the province to ensure they are implemented according to approved plans and schedules.
Spear head routine programme monthly, quarterly and annual planning for the province
Ensure that all prevention program operational needs are adequately facilitated to minimize hitches in activities implementation.
Conduct routine support supervision, coaching and mentorship to ensure HIV testing is done according to Ministry Of Health and AHF guidelines.
Support health facilities and partners to effectively implement activities in line with approved work plans/ budgets.
Ensure External Quality Control (EQA) and Internal Quality Control systems are in place according to Ministry of Health guidelines.
Conduct ongoing monitoring and periodic evaluations on the counseling and testing procedures that are being implemented in the field by AHF and partners.
Ensure primary prevention interventions are adequately planned for and implemented in accordance with MOH and AHF guidelines.
Identifying areas of concern and challenges and taking necessary corrective action.
Participate in identification, selection, and deployment of competent and qualified volunteers/counselors. He/she will also play an oversight role in their administration in the province
Represent AHF Zambia in key prevention program related coordination and advocacy meetings with stakeholders/local authorities and providing feedback/updates on all latest developments pertaining to HIV testing services in the province
Provide logistical support to all participating health facilities and partners to ensure key program logistics are readily available and accounted for in line with ministry of health and AHF accounting procedures
Ensure all funds advanced are managed and accounted for in accordance with AHF procedures.
Routine performance review, monitoring and ensure accurate program reports are compiled and submitted in time to AHF and the provincial administration.
Participate in planning, implementation and evaluation of HIV counselling and testing trainings.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory responsibilities:
The person shall work with and supervise volunteers, counselors and HIV medics under their jurisdiction.
Qualifications and experience:
Must possess a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, counseling, development studies, community development or related course
A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role
A Master’s degree in public health, social sciences, counseling, development studies, community development or related course will be an added advantage.
Demonstrable experience in project planning and management will be an added advantage.
Key attributes:
Good command of leadership and management skills
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including ability to coach, mentor, negotiate and influence
Ability to solve complex work problems in real time
Ability to prioritize tasks in a rapidly changing environment
Dynamic individual with ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment
A fair appreciation of monitoring, evaluation and performance management
Ability to effectively mobilize and engage key stakeholders
Must have high level of confidentiality and integrity; and
Trustworthy and Honest.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
The following requirements and certifications are a must:
Proof of membership with the Zambia Counselling Council, posses
Certificates in HIV Counselling
Certificates in Finger Prick Testing
Persons, who are health professionals, must be registered with the national health professional bodies or council
Interested candidates meeting the above stated qualifications and attributes are required to submit their applications with the following documents; Curriculum Vitae with Three (3) traceable Referees, Academics and Professional Qualifications, Full Registration with relevant Professional Bodies where applicable to the address below by Thursday, 25th March, 2021.
Applicants should provide valid phone numbers for easy communication. Applications should be clearly marked in the E-mail subject line with the position being applied for.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Email Address: ahfzambiarecruitments@gmail.com