PDX ACF Coordinator At KNCV Nigeria

KNCV Nigeria is firmly equipped with technical and administrative capacity in strengthening TB, TB/HIV and COVID 19 Vaccination service delivery platforms, supporting health system strengthening and research in Nigeria. With 150 program staff in 14 state offices and over 2,000 ad hoc health care workers across 248 facilities, KNCN Nigeria has remained a major player in TB Program implementation in Nigeria. We employ a systems approach, using data driven quality improvement methods to identify and address gaps in TB, TB/HIV diagnostic and management services. Our work focuses on collaborative planning, design, and implementation, engaging the private sector, strengthening service delivery platforms, and community structures and improving the quality of services available in Nigeria.

Job Title: PDX ACF Coordinator
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: MBBS, MSc/PHD
Experience: 7 years
Location: Abuja
Published Date: 13^th January 2024

In collaboration with the National TB and Leprosy Control Program (NTBLCP) as the Principal Recipient (PR), KNCV will implement the Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 (GC7) Portable Digital Xray (PDX) grant which will deploy 390 portable digital Xray’s across all states of the Federation and the FCT to improve TB case finding. The implementation of Portable Digital xray for Active TB case finding in Nigeria – (IMPACT Project) will scale up the utilization of portable digital X-rays (PDX) with Artificial Intelligence (AI) for TB case finding in hotspot communities and high burden facilities across all 36 states in Nigeria and the FCT. The objectives of this project will be:

1. To drive targeted TB screening within identified TB Hot spots, most at risk population and high burden facilities.
2. To improve the diagnostic efficiency of the molecular diagnostic tools eg TB LAMP, GeneXpert and Truenat.
3. To ensure early TB case finding within the community and thus limiting TB transmission and infection.
4. To drive the TB program, scale up of TPT by identifying non presumptive TB among contacts of diagnosed TB cases in the community for TPT.

Purpose of the job: 

The Portable Digital Xray (PDX) Active TB Case Finding (ACF) Project Coordinator will support the design, implementation, and monitoring of the PDX ACF Project across all states of the Federation + FCT. The coordinator will support the engagements with state governments and ministries of health and ensure the successful implementation of the grant across Nigeria. The project coordinator will also oversee the day-to-day implementation of the Global fund PDX ACF grant across the country. The Project coordinator will design a functional M&E system for the project in line with the National TB and leprosy Control program data management system.

Duties and Responsibilitie: 

• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of the PDC ACF Project across all states of the Federation + FCT.
• Engage with state governments and Ministries of health to ensure ownership and sustainability of the PDX ACF project.
• Oversee the implementation of all components of the Global Fund PDX grant across all states of the Federation.
• Design and implement a functional monitoring and evaluation system for the project in line with the National TB and Leprosy Control Program Data Management System.
• Facilitate the engagement of relevant stakeholders in for the success of the project.
• Organize & conduct regular data-driven health facility supervision to ensure quality TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB surveillance, and service delivery.
• Provide regular technical support and supervision to field personnel, including State TB programs and field personnel.
• Support the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and budgets and ensure key performance indicators are met in line with the grant objectives.
• Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to TB and TB/HIV program interventions and apply these lessons to modify existing program and improve the design of new programs.
• Represent KNCV with donors and government officials on issues of Global Fund PDX grant.
• Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Assist in the data collection, collation, validation and reporting according to KNCV GF M&E plan.
• Submit weekly/monthly/quarterly progress reports to the National TB and leprosy Control Program

Who are we looking for?  

Education: 

• MBBS/MSc/PHD  
• A master’s degree in public health will be an additional advantage. 

Knowledge/experience:  

• Minimum Seven (7) years’ experience in TB/HIV program implementation in a resource challenged setting.
• Demonstrated experience with public health disease programs and/or surveillance strengthening in developing countries (including national TB control programs and/or other infectious disease control) is highly desirable.
• Experience in the deployment of Digital Xray’s for TB control in resource limited settings.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with key TB/HIV innovations and other strategic initiatives with focus on surveillance and/or monitoring.
• Experience of Global Fund/USAID policies, regulations, and procedures desirable.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
• Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
• Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
• Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to use multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

• A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
• Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
• An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
• A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
• Frequent capacity building and training.
• KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Note:

• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
• Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
• There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
• KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.

Method of Application

Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply online: Click here to apply Deadline for receiving application is 19^th January 2024.