Deadline of this Job: 14 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Kilema College of Health Sciences is the Health training institute under Catholic Diocese of Moshi located in Moshi rural District, the Northern part of Tanzania mainland on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Kilema College of Health Sciences started in 2014 with registration number No. REG/HAS/129P. Currently Kilema College is fully registered and accredited to provide training of ordinary diploma in medical laboratory science and ordinary diploma in clinical medicine.
He /She will be responsible to Principal.
Qualification
► Bachelor Degree in Medical Doctor from recognized university or institution.
► Must be registered under the Medical Council of Tanzania (MCT) with valid license.
► Teaching methodology is added advantages
Duties and responsibilities
► To facilitates teaching students NTA level 4 to 6, and to perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
General conditions
I. All applicants must be citizen of Tanzania with National ID or NIDA number
II. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement
III. Applicants must attach their certified copies of relevant certificates i.e. Degree certificate, form four and six certificate, birth certificate etc.
IV. Scanned documents must be in one PDF folder.
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Deadline of this Job: 23 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
Business Context and Main Purpose of the Job
Providing medical and anaesthetic care to inpatient and outpatient at Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited – medical and occupational health department.
Main Accountabilities
• Diagnosis and treating the OPD patients including ordering laboratory investigation, drugs, prescription, counselling, admission of those patients with severe illness, performing minor surgeries e.g., suturing wounds, speculum examination, reduce fractures, emergency oral care procedures and assist in major operation.
• Responsible for ward rounds for in patients and record keeping in different register, check status and hygiene of patients.
• Performing medical examinations to employees’ (pre-employment, periodic and exit medical examination). Filling and recording accident forms and sent to respective units.
• Early identification of at-risk mothers, plan for their management, assist delivery and postnatal counselling.
• Maintain safe use of Company properties at OPD, minor theatre and dispensaries and report Hospital Administrator and the Hospital Manager for any damage in company property.
• Countercheck all OPD patient registers to ensure proper registration and charging by the clerks.
• Compile monthly reports and request for drug supply.
• Responsible as first consultant on call to all incoming patients twenty-four hours.
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality.
• To promote interdepartmental relations and harmonious relations with all service providers.
• Implement SHEQ and other Unilever policies in the medical and occupational health department.
• Responsible for attending care and treatment clinic clients and maintain good image of Unilever on cooperate social responsibility (CSR).
• Responsible for preparing periodic medical examination timetables in UTTL (Food handlers, chemical handlers, People working at height and drivers).
• Responsible for Quality surveys in OPD and care and treatment clinic.
• Responsible on supervision of dispensary and clinical assistants under their reporting lines.
• Responsible for provision of anaesthesia to patients undergoing minor and major surgical procedures.
• Implementation of company defined policies, procedures, programs, and systems allowing the unit/Department to meet the company commitment on Occupational Health, Safety environment care and consumer safety.
• Proactive identification of hazards on environmental aspects and putting in place effective safeguards aiming at eliminating/reducing of accidents or incidents.
Key Skills
• Experience in people management
• Minor surgery skills.
• Medical Laboratory skills
• Reproductive and child health skills.
• Pharmaceutical skills
• Emergency oral care skills.
• Quality assurance, health, and safety skills.
• Assets investment and care.
Relevant Experience
• Diploma in clinical medicine.
• A certificate in Anaesthesia
• 2 years experience in clinical medicine
• 2 years experience in anaesthesia field.
Leadership Behaviours/Competencies
Should “meet expectations” on the Standards of Leadership behaviours or competencies relevant to the WL of this job
• Growth Mindset
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Building Talent and Teams
• Consumer and Customer Focus
• Bias for Action
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
Business Context and Main Purpose of the Job
Providing medical and anaesthetic care to inpatient and outpatient at Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited – medical and occupational health department.
Main Accountabilities
• Diagnosis and treating the OPD patients including ordering laboratory investigation, drugs, prescription, counselling, admission of those patients with severe illness, performing minor surgeries e.g., suturing wounds, speculum examination, reduce fractures, emergency oral care procedures and assist in major operation.
• Responsible for ward rounds for in patients and record keeping in different register, check status and hygiene of patients.
• Performing medical examinations to employees’ (pre-employment, periodic and exit medical examination). Filling and recording accident forms and sent to respective units.
• Early identification of at-risk mothers, plan for their management, assist delivery and postnatal counselling.
• Maintain safe use of Company properties at OPD, minor theatre and dispensaries and report Hospital Administrator and the Hospital Manager for any damage in company property.
• Countercheck all OPD patient registers to ensure proper registration and charging by the clerks.
• Compile monthly reports and request for drug supply.
• Responsible as first consultant on call to all incoming patients twenty-four hours.
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality.
• To promote interdepartmental relations and harmonious relations with all service providers.
• Implement SHEQ and other Unilever policies in the medical and occupational health department.
• Responsible for attending care and treatment clinic clients and maintain good image of Unilever on cooperate social responsibility (CSR).
• Responsible for preparing periodic medical examination timetables in UTTL (Food handlers, chemical handlers, People working at height and drivers).
• Responsible for Quality surveys in OPD and care and treatment clinic.
• Responsible on supervision of dispensary and clinical assistants under their reporting lines.
• Responsible for provision of anaesthesia to patients undergoing minor and major surgical procedures.
• Implementation of company defined policies, procedures, programs, and systems allowing the unit/Department to meet the company commitment on Occupational Health, Safety environment care and consumer safety.
• Proactive identification of hazards on environmental aspects and putting in place effective safeguards aiming at eliminating/reducing of accidents or incidents.
Key Skills
• Experience in people management
• Minor surgery skills.
• Medical Laboratory skills
• Reproductive and child health skills.
• Pharmaceutical skills
• Emergency oral care skills.
• Quality assurance, health, and safety skills.
• Assets investment and care.
Relevant Experience
• Diploma in clinical medicine.
• A certificate in Anaesthesia
• 2 years experience in clinical medicine
• 2 years experience in anaesthesia field.
Leadership Behaviours/Competencies
Should “meet expectations” on the Standards of Leadership behaviours or competencies relevant to the WL of this job
• Growth Mindset
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Building Talent and Teams
• Consumer and Customer Focus
• Bias for Action
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Deadline of this Job: 20 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Organizational context and scope
Under the overall supervision of the chief of mission (com) and the direct supervision of the migration health officer (mho), the successful candidate will be responsible for the carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the migration health assessment centre (mhac) in kasulu/makere, tanzania.
Responsibilities and accountabilities
1. Ensure the efficient daily operations of the migration health assessment center (mhac), in close coordination with the chief migration health officer (cmho).
2. Conduct the kasulu/makere,mhac’s migration health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
3. Medical examinations;
4. Imaging;
5. Laboratory testing;
6. Vaccinations;
7. Tb management;
8. Treatment and referrals;
9. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
10. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
11. Other technical areas as may be required
12. Ensure proper identification of refugees and migrants during the health assessment and record all relevant health information in standard forms; ensuring completeness and accuracy of the recorded information.
13. Perform treatment for tb and sexually transmitted infections and provide support to the hiv and counselling activities. Oversee and coordinate the management of tb cases to ensure effective tb treatment.
14. Oversee and coordinate accurate and effective provision of immunization and presumptive treatment programmes in full compliance with the technical guidelines and protocols of the resettlement countries. Assist cmho in monitoring, supervising and educating all staff in the delivery of these programmes.
15. Contribute to and maintain a system of quality improvement for each service area within the mhac. Undertake quality control activities on a regular basis, including practice observation, desk audits and use of selfassessment tools. Use data analysis and web reporting system to monitor performance indicators. Ensure implementation of the global iom standard operating procedures (sops); create and implement kasulu/makere specific sops for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the guidance note for incident management.
16. Organize systematic collection, processing and analyses of migration health data according to guidelines established by the cmho. Ensure data quality. Provide periodic, as well as ad-hoc reporting to the cmho for migration health activities.
17. Ensure that all data related to heath assessment programmes is appropriately entered to migrant management operational system application (mimosa) and other related databases.
18. Oversee the financial aspects of the mhac in close coordination with the mission’s finance staff: supervise budget preparation, suggest adjustments and cost-effective solutions, and review financial reports.
19. Provide oversight and coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, vaccines, medications and other medical supplies in coordination with the cmho and the resource management unit.
20. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required qualifications and experience
Education
• university degree in medicine from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant experience;
Experience
• minimum of four (4) years, post-graduation, (post internship in countries with mandatory internship programs) continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting. The last clinical posting should be within the last five years; and,
• valid license to practice within country is mandatory.
Languages
Required (specify the required knowledge) advantageous fluency in english and kiswahili (oral and written). Working knowledge of french
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all iom staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
• inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting dayto-day challenges.
Core competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• accountability: takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Other:
Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for un vacancies and are protected from discrimination during all stages of employment.
Females with qualifications are encouraged to apply.
No fees:
Iom does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee). Iom does not request any information related to bank accounts.
JOB DETAILS:
Organizational context and scope
Under the overall supervision of the chief of mission (com) and the direct supervision of the migration health officer (mho), the successful candidate will be responsible for the carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the migration health assessment centre (mhac) in kasulu/makere, tanzania.
Responsibilities and accountabilities
1. Ensure the efficient daily operations of the migration health assessment center (mhac), in close coordination with the chief migration health officer (cmho).
2. Conduct the kasulu/makere,mhac’s migration health assessment process to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
3. Medical examinations;
4. Imaging;
5. Laboratory testing;
6. Vaccinations;
7. Tb management;
8. Treatment and referrals;
9. Pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
10. Documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
11. Other technical areas as may be required
12. Ensure proper identification of refugees and migrants during the health assessment and record all relevant health information in standard forms; ensuring completeness and accuracy of the recorded information.
13. Perform treatment for tb and sexually transmitted infections and provide support to the hiv and counselling activities. Oversee and coordinate the management of tb cases to ensure effective tb treatment.
14. Oversee and coordinate accurate and effective provision of immunization and presumptive treatment programmes in full compliance with the technical guidelines and protocols of the resettlement countries. Assist cmho in monitoring, supervising and educating all staff in the delivery of these programmes.
15. Contribute to and maintain a system of quality improvement for each service area within the mhac. Undertake quality control activities on a regular basis, including practice observation, desk audits and use of selfassessment tools. Use data analysis and web reporting system to monitor performance indicators. Ensure implementation of the global iom standard operating procedures (sops); create and implement kasulu/makere specific sops for each service area. Ensure proper reporting and management of incidents according to the guidance note for incident management.
16. Organize systematic collection, processing and analyses of migration health data according to guidelines established by the cmho. Ensure data quality. Provide periodic, as well as ad-hoc reporting to the cmho for migration health activities.
17. Ensure that all data related to heath assessment programmes is appropriately entered to migrant management operational system application (mimosa) and other related databases.
18. Oversee the financial aspects of the mhac in close coordination with the mission’s finance staff: supervise budget preparation, suggest adjustments and cost-effective solutions, and review financial reports.
19. Provide oversight and coordinate the procurement of medical equipment, vaccines, medications and other medical supplies in coordination with the cmho and the resource management unit.
20. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required qualifications and experience
Education
• university degree in medicine from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant experience;
Experience
• minimum of four (4) years, post-graduation, (post internship in countries with mandatory internship programs) continuous clinical experience, preferably in a multidisciplinary hospital setting. The last clinical posting should be within the last five years; and,
• valid license to practice within country is mandatory.
Languages
Required (specify the required knowledge) advantageous fluency in english and kiswahili (oral and written). Working knowledge of french
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all iom staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
• inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting dayto-day challenges.
Core competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• accountability: takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Other:
Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for un vacancies and are protected from discrimination during all stages of employment.
Females with qualifications are encouraged to apply.
No fees:
Iom does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee). Iom does not request any information related to bank accounts.
Deadline of this Job: 20 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Responsibilities and accountabilities
• perform daily nursing activities in the migration health assessment clinic (mhac) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
• medical examinations,
• such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
• blood, urine or sputum collection as required;
• imaging;
• laboratory testing;
• vaccinations;
• tb management;
• treatment and referrals;
• pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
• documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
• other technical areas as may be required.
• provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:
• the migration health assessment process ; and,
• treatments and referrals.
Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:
• comprehensive history taking;
• accurate and thorough bio-data collection;
• ensuring id verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
• keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.
• follow and implement the health assessment programme’s check lists and sop’s and maintain standard universal precautions within mhac.
• verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.
• maintain and monitor the mhac pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the mhac and for medical escorts if applicable.
• provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on tb or hiv education, prevention and management as appropriate.
• prepare administrative reports and program updates as necessary.
• support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable.
• assist with pre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary.
• perform medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).
• maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate the follow up and relevant information sharing. Partners include internal iom departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other un agencies or ngo’s and others as applicable.
• collect statistical information and share with the senior migration health nurse or cmho as per preset and agreed upon format.
• perform other duties as may be assigned.
Required qualifications and experience
Education
• nursing degree with a minimum of three years relevant clinical experience.
• valid license to practice nursing in tanzania.
Experience
• excellent technical skills, including in phlebotomy.
• training or working experience in the areas of tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
• computer literacy required: ms office suite (word, excel, access)
Languages
Required (specify the required knowledge) advantageous fluency in english and kiswahili (oral and written). Working knowledge of french
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all iom staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
• inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting dayto-day challenges.
Core competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
• teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a serviceoriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• accountability: takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Other:
Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for un vacancies and are protected from discrimination during all stages of employment.
Females with qualifications are encouraged to apply.
No fees:
Iom does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee). Iom does not request any information related to bank accounts.
JOB DETAILS:
Responsibilities and accountabilities
• perform daily nursing activities in the migration health assessment clinic (mhac) to fulfil the technical requirements of the resettlement countries in the areas of:
• medical examinations,
• such as checking vital signs, weight, height, visual acuity;
• blood, urine or sputum collection as required;
• imaging;
• laboratory testing;
• vaccinations;
• tb management;
• treatment and referrals;
• pre-departure procedures and medical movements;
• documentation, certification and information transmission; and,
• other technical areas as may be required.
• provide information and detailed explanations to the migrants and/or refugees in relation to:
• the migration health assessment process ; and,
• treatments and referrals.
Ensure proper identification and follow-up by:
• comprehensive history taking;
• accurate and thorough bio-data collection;
• ensuring id verification for each step of the health assessment process; and,
• keeping a register of applicants who undergo health investigations and testing.
• follow and implement the health assessment programme’s check lists and sop’s and maintain standard universal precautions within mhac.
• verify samples of sputum, blood or others are properly transported to the laboratory or previously designated location.
• maintain and monitor the mhac pharmacy, stock, medical kits and emergency kits within the mhac and for medical escorts if applicable.
• provide pre and/or post counselling to migrants or refugees on tb or hiv education, prevention and management as appropriate.
• prepare administrative reports and program updates as necessary.
• support the planning and execution of mobile missions if applicable.
• assist with pre-departure documents, briefings and preparations as necessary.
• perform medical escort duties when required to ensure migrants receive continued care throughout all phases of migration (before departure, during the journey and at the final destination).
• maintain collaborative relationships with various partners to facilitate the follow up and relevant information sharing. Partners include internal iom departments, other health providers, panel physicians, embassies other un agencies or ngo’s and others as applicable.
• collect statistical information and share with the senior migration health nurse or cmho as per preset and agreed upon format.
• perform other duties as may be assigned.
Required qualifications and experience
Education
• nursing degree with a minimum of three years relevant clinical experience.
• valid license to practice nursing in tanzania.
Experience
• excellent technical skills, including in phlebotomy.
• training or working experience in the areas of tuberculosis management, mass immunizations, communicable diseases, laboratory testing or public health is an advantage.
• computer literacy required: ms office suite (word, excel, access)
Languages
Required (specify the required knowledge) advantageous fluency in english and kiswahili (oral and written). Working knowledge of french
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all iom staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
• inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting dayto-day challenges.
Core competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
• teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a serviceoriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• accountability: takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Other:
Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for un vacancies and are protected from discrimination during all stages of employment.
Females with qualifications are encouraged to apply.
No fees:
Iom does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee). Iom does not request any information related to bank accounts.
Deadline of this Job: 24 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
Providing technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV/FP services to both key populations (KPs) and vulnerable populations (VPs), designated health facilities near hotspots, and through mobile/outreach services, index testing, partner notification, HIVST and Prep. Responsible for the overall management of clinical service provision at site level including point of care CD4 testing and contribute to the systematization and establishment of referrals/linkages with HIV/AIDS care and treatment and other services. Providing oversight in the provision of HIV counseling and testing services, TB, GBV, alcohol and drug screening and referrals, HIVST, PreP, care and treatment referrals and provision of adherence counseling for KVPs with HIV. Also collaborating with the family planning leads to ensure quality and safe delivery of family planning services at designated sites, using both short and long-acting FP methods. Act as main overseer of all clinical care related services for KVPs, including addressing the health needs of KVPs PLHIVs; and collaborating with MOHSW, care and treatment implementers, home-based care partners, and communities to support KVPs’ retention within HIV prevention and treatment continuum and connecting clinical services to KVPs at home.
Main Function/Responsibilities
• Lead the coordination, supervision and provision of HIV testing and Services (HTS), HIVST, PreP, Recency testing, family planning service provision, linkages to care and treatment support, and referrals to GBV, TB, STI and other biomedical services at mobile sites, index homes and partner notification modalities as well as support the MOHSW in selected health facilities.
• Train staff and community health workers on clinical management and integration of HIV, Prep, FP, TB screening, and STIs
• Ensure all clinical procedures at health facilities and mobile outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the MOHSW.
• Provide on-going coaching, mentoring and hands-on supervision to clinicians in mobile outreach, index testing and partner notification modalities and health facilities
• Lead the process of developing protocols and standard operating procedures for referrals and case management of HIV+ KVP.
• Ensure linkages of KVPs to other behavior and structural services which facilitate positive protective behaviors
• Provide technical assistance and participate in supportive supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality health care delivery; support the MOHSW to do the same in select sites
• Provide technical support in development and writing of concepts and proposals, for research and documentation of activities.
• Train community counselors on standards- and competency–based training in HIV, HIVST, PreP FP, community and adherence counseling, patient advocacy (including for GVB), case management and partners tracing
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to curative and preventive clinical activities; assist in preparation of annual proposal and progress reports as per donor requirements.
Minimum Requirements
• MD Degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience in the provision of community-based biomedical and KVP-focused clinical services; OR Master’s degree in public health, nursing; MBA with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or clinical officer with 5 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, care and treatment, and family planning.
• Excellent written, presentation, communication and organizational skills in both English and Kiswahili
• Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
• The ability to liaise with senior MOHSW officials from national, regional and district level and representatives of NGOs/ CBOs.
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Tanzania healthcare system, particularly the public health system.
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• At least 5 years demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention and treatment, and family planning.
JOB DETAILS:
Job Description
Providing technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV/FP services to both key populations (KPs) and vulnerable populations (VPs), designated health facilities near hotspots, and through mobile/outreach services, index testing, partner notification, HIVST and Prep. Responsible for the overall management of clinical service provision at site level including point of care CD4 testing and contribute to the systematization and establishment of referrals/linkages with HIV/AIDS care and treatment and other services. Providing oversight in the provision of HIV counseling and testing services, TB, GBV, alcohol and drug screening and referrals, HIVST, PreP, care and treatment referrals and provision of adherence counseling for KVPs with HIV. Also collaborating with the family planning leads to ensure quality and safe delivery of family planning services at designated sites, using both short and long-acting FP methods. Act as main overseer of all clinical care related services for KVPs, including addressing the health needs of KVPs PLHIVs; and collaborating with MOHSW, care and treatment implementers, home-based care partners, and communities to support KVPs’ retention within HIV prevention and treatment continuum and connecting clinical services to KVPs at home.
Main Function/Responsibilities
• Lead the coordination, supervision and provision of HIV testing and Services (HTS), HIVST, PreP, Recency testing, family planning service provision, linkages to care and treatment support, and referrals to GBV, TB, STI and other biomedical services at mobile sites, index homes and partner notification modalities as well as support the MOHSW in selected health facilities.
• Train staff and community health workers on clinical management and integration of HIV, Prep, FP, TB screening, and STIs
• Ensure all clinical procedures at health facilities and mobile outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the MOHSW.
• Provide on-going coaching, mentoring and hands-on supervision to clinicians in mobile outreach, index testing and partner notification modalities and health facilities
• Lead the process of developing protocols and standard operating procedures for referrals and case management of HIV+ KVP.
• Ensure linkages of KVPs to other behavior and structural services which facilitate positive protective behaviors
• Provide technical assistance and participate in supportive supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality health care delivery; support the MOHSW to do the same in select sites
• Provide technical support in development and writing of concepts and proposals, for research and documentation of activities.
• Train community counselors on standards- and competency–based training in HIV, HIVST, PreP FP, community and adherence counseling, patient advocacy (including for GVB), case management and partners tracing
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to curative and preventive clinical activities; assist in preparation of annual proposal and progress reports as per donor requirements.
Minimum Requirements
• MD Degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience in the provision of community-based biomedical and KVP-focused clinical services; OR Master’s degree in public health, nursing; MBA with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or clinical officer with 5 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, care and treatment, and family planning.
• Excellent written, presentation, communication and organizational skills in both English and Kiswahili
• Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
• The ability to liaise with senior MOHSW officials from national, regional and district level and representatives of NGOs/ CBOs.
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Tanzania healthcare system, particularly the public health system.
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• At least 5 years demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention and treatment, and family planning.
Deadline of this Job: 15 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
About THIS 2022-2023:
• The Tanzania HIV Impact Survey (THIS) is a national population-level HIV impact assessment (PHIA) conducted with support from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and technical assistance through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and ICAP at Columbia University. THIS is being led by the Government of Tanzania (GoT) through Tanzania Commission for AIDS (TACAIDS) and Zanzibar AIDS Commission (ZAC), and the Ministries of Health (MoH) of Mainland and Zanzibar, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the Office of Chief Government Statistician (OCGS), and the President's Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG). The survey will be implemented by NBS, OCGS, and ICAP in collaboration with local partners, including the National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), the Zanzibar Institute of Health Research (ZAHRI), Public Health Laboratories, the National AIDS Control Program (NACP), and the Zanzibar Integrated HIV, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis and Leprosy Program (ZIHHTLP).
Overall Job Function:
• Reporting to the THIS Survey Coordinator, the THIS Field Supervisors will provide strategic survey implementation and monitoring support in the planning and implementation of the THIS in the regions. The Field Supervisors will build the capacity of the Survey Team Leaders and Interviewers. He or she will coordinate field work with local representatives/community members including securing permission from local community leaders for data collection in selected clusters.
Specific Responsibilities and Duties:
• Oversee and review all aspects of fieldwork, including management of team leaders and field workers, on a daily basis.
• Ensure that field teams adhere to THIS protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain adequate and accurate participant records, as per the study protocol.
• Determine readiness for survey implementation in each enumeration area (EA) and complete pre-implementation steps.
• Ensure that all necessary equipment is available and working properly.
• Oversee transportation of field samples to the Satellite Laboratory and/or National Reference Lab.
• Assess ongoing performance of Field Team Leaders and Nurses/Interviewers and identify training needs.
• Perform EA and Household spot checks when and where needed.
• Plan the logistics for fieldwork data collection.
• Participate in community mobilization activities, including district launches and public gatherings.
• Verify and ensure data quality by performing completeness and consistency checks.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor and write weekly progress reports that include the
• number of completed households per EA.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
• Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics/Demography/Economics or related field from a reputable academic institution. Postgraduate degree will be an added advantage
• Required Technical Experience: Minimum 3-4 years of experience managing and implementing nationwide surveys.
• Required Managerial Experience: Minimum 1 years’ supervising a survey team.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams of people who are working in remote locations.
• Strong interpersonal, group facilitation and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to function independently with a strong focus on results.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to creatively solve problems and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Tanzania context and cultures in urban and rural areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written).
• Advanced knowledge of relevant software packages and tablet applications not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, Windows 8, Skype, and internet search engines.
• Working knowledge of operational/programmatic rules and regulations for recipients of United States Government funding preferred
• Familiar with Tanzania context; fluency in Kiswahili required
JOB DETAILS:
About THIS 2022-2023:
• The Tanzania HIV Impact Survey (THIS) is a national population-level HIV impact assessment (PHIA) conducted with support from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and technical assistance through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and ICAP at Columbia University. THIS is being led by the Government of Tanzania (GoT) through Tanzania Commission for AIDS (TACAIDS) and Zanzibar AIDS Commission (ZAC), and the Ministries of Health (MoH) of Mainland and Zanzibar, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the Office of Chief Government Statistician (OCGS), and the President's Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG). The survey will be implemented by NBS, OCGS, and ICAP in collaboration with local partners, including the National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), the Zanzibar Institute of Health Research (ZAHRI), Public Health Laboratories, the National AIDS Control Program (NACP), and the Zanzibar Integrated HIV, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis and Leprosy Program (ZIHHTLP).
Overall Job Function:
• Reporting to the THIS Survey Coordinator, the THIS Field Supervisors will provide strategic survey implementation and monitoring support in the planning and implementation of the THIS in the regions. The Field Supervisors will build the capacity of the Survey Team Leaders and Interviewers. He or she will coordinate field work with local representatives/community members including securing permission from local community leaders for data collection in selected clusters.
Specific Responsibilities and Duties:
• Oversee and review all aspects of fieldwork, including management of team leaders and field workers, on a daily basis.
• Ensure that field teams adhere to THIS protocol and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain adequate and accurate participant records, as per the study protocol.
• Determine readiness for survey implementation in each enumeration area (EA) and complete pre-implementation steps.
• Ensure that all necessary equipment is available and working properly.
• Oversee transportation of field samples to the Satellite Laboratory and/or National Reference Lab.
• Assess ongoing performance of Field Team Leaders and Nurses/Interviewers and identify training needs.
• Perform EA and Household spot checks when and where needed.
• Plan the logistics for fieldwork data collection.
• Participate in community mobilization activities, including district launches and public gatherings.
• Verify and ensure data quality by performing completeness and consistency checks.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor and write weekly progress reports that include the
• number of completed households per EA.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
• Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics/Demography/Economics or related field from a reputable academic institution. Postgraduate degree will be an added advantage
• Required Technical Experience: Minimum 3-4 years of experience managing and implementing nationwide surveys.
• Required Managerial Experience: Minimum 1 years’ supervising a survey team.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams of people who are working in remote locations.
• Strong interpersonal, group facilitation and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to function independently with a strong focus on results.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to creatively solve problems and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Tanzania context and cultures in urban and rural areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written).
• Advanced knowledge of relevant software packages and tablet applications not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, Windows 8, Skype, and internet search engines.
• Working knowledge of operational/programmatic rules and regulations for recipients of United States Government funding preferred
• Familiar with Tanzania context; fluency in Kiswahili required