TB LEAD PROGRAM OFFICER (1 POSITION) – PROVINCIAL HEALTH OFFICE

Job Description

The Northwestern Provincial Health Office under the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PERPAR) Project through a Cooperative Agreement (CoAg) with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is Seeking for eligible, self-motivated and qualified applicants for the positions listed below for the various levels (Provincial, District, Facility and Community).

JOB PURPOSE : To coordinate the implementation of TB/HIV programs in order to improve patient clinical outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinates effectively the implementation of TB Prevention programs in order to reduce TB Incidence.
• Coordinates effectively the implementation of Case Identification in order to facilitate improved clinical outcomes.
• Coordinates effectively the implementation of TB/HIV Treatment programs in order to improve treatment outcomes.
• Undertakes effectively monitoring and evaluation of TB/HIV programs in order to facilitate appropriate interventions.
• Coordinates and undertakes effectively capacity building programs in order to impart knowledge and skills.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

Primary/Secondary Education:

Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 O level credits or better

Professional Qualifications:

Degree in Clinical Medicine or equivalent

Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience:

3 Years

Communication Skills:

(i) Written Skills

Ability to write comprehensive reports

(ii) Oral Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively in English

(iii) Other skills/Attributes:

computer literate, integrity, confidentiality, initiative and analytical skills.

Interested candidates meeting the above stated qualifications and attributes and willing to work in rural areas are required to submit their applications with the following documents:
Curriculum vitae with Three (3) traceable referees academic and professional qualifications, Full Registration with relevant professional bodies and latest Practicing Licenses where applicable.
Please note that the advertisement will run from 13th to 25th November, 2024.

Applicants should only apply for one position. Multiple applications will not be considered.

An attractive package will be offered to successful applicants who will be appointed on contract terms for an initial period of one (1) year subject to renewal depending on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
All applicants should provide valid phone numbers and valid email addresses for easy communication and must clearly indicate the position applied for.
Please note that all applications should be sent in hard copy to the
Provincial Health Director,
P.O Box 110099 Solwezi.

All applicants MUST enter their details and attach all relevant documents in the link provided below.
Qualified candidates who poses an understanding of the local context related to Health service provision are encouraged to apply.
Differently abled suitably qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply.