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TB/HIV Advisor Job at Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania (MGIT) | Deadline: 28th September 2018

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TB/HIV Advisor Job at Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania (MGIT) | Deadline: 28th September 2018
Location: Dar es Salaam
Background: Founded in 1807, The University of Maryland, Baltimore, (also known as the University of Maryland or UMB) comprises of some of the oldest professional Schools including School of dentistry, law, medicine, pharmacy, social work and nursing in the United States.
UMB works around the world to enhance capacity of governments, Regional and District Health Management Teams to improve the quality of health services through targeted technical assistance, systems development and institutionalization of quality improvement initiatives. In Tanzania, UMB works through its affiliate, Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania (MGIT) a not for profit organization.

UMB has teamed up with Amref Health Africa to implement a Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment project aimed at acceleration of achieving the 95-95-95 goals for HIV Epidemic control and building of sustainable health systems for optimized population-wide health outcomes. The project which is branded as Afya Kamilifu Project received funding from the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through CDC Tanzania and will be implemented in Tanga Regiona and Zanzibar Islands. UMB and Amref Health Africa will work under the guidance and close collaboration of CDC Tanzania, Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Zanzibar Ministry of health, President’s Office Regions Authority and Local Government (PORALG), RHMTs, CHMTs, Health facilities and other stakeholders for successful implementation of the Afya Kamilifu Project.
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MGIT is advertising for the following position to support its work under this project, and invites all qualified candidates to apply:
POSITION: TB/HIV Advisor
REPORTS TO: Associate Director for Clinical Services
LOCATION: Dar es Salaam, with frequent travels to Tanga and Zanzibar
JOB SUMMARY
The TB/HIV advisor will work under the leadership of the Associate Director Clinical services in all technical matters while working very closely with the Regional Project manager. S/he will be the key person in representing the Projects TB/HIV portfolio. The position holder will be responsible for the overall oversight, technical assistance, capacity building and coordination of all TB/HIV related interventions. S/He will also ensure the project meets its objectives of high-quality TB/HIV services delivery along the continuum of care within the Council and Facility levels. S/He will work closely with the R/CHMT, facilities and other stakeholders in ensuring TB/HIV services are timely, effective, efficient and of high quality. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Lead the implementation of all TB/HIV activities in the supported region.
  2. Support preparation of technical annual work plans and particularly on all matters related to TB/HIV
  3. Monitor the progress of agreed deliverables on TB/HIV services and support the implementation of timely corrective measures for uninterrupted quality services delivery
  4. Lead the implementation of all TB/HIV activities in the supported regions
  5. Coordinate all TB/HIV related training and technical capacity building in the supported regions.
  6. Work with R/CHMTs to develop supportive supervision and mentorship plans focused on delivery of TB/HIV services.
  7. Work closely with the facilities, Community partners and CSO’s to develop effective TB contacts tracing, tracking of lost to follow-up and linkage to care
  8. Leads the preparation of the quarterly and annual reports, best practices, presentations and narratives which documents the projects efforts to provide quality care.
  9. Participates in regular technical team meetings, and other routine Organization-wide meetings.
  10. Represent Afya Kamilifu in various meetings and forums related to TB/HIV at regional and national level.
  11. Participate in the various Technical Working Groups related to TB/HIV at regional and national level.
  12. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Associate Director for clinical services

QUALIFICATIONS:
-A Medical Degree and a Master’s in health-related field such as MMED, MPH, Epidemiology is required.
-A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in PEPFAR funded projects Five years’ experience working with or supporting programs related to HIV/AIDS in Tanzania and working with R/CHMTs and facilities providing TB/HIV services.
  1. Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate with a variety of collaborators, including national level managers, donors, technical assistance organizations and NGOs
  2. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful training and capacity building programs
  3. Ability to work with Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  4. Ability to work independently and manage various tasks in a team setting on a daily basis
  5. Strong organizational and communication skills.
  6. Strong problem-solving skills
  7. Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili.

Instructions for Submitting Applications:
ii. Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s work experience preferably in the last 5 years. References should include contact information including daytime phone, and e-mail address.
iii. All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications, and experiences.
iv. Candidates should attach a CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in areas relevant to the job
v.Job related stated qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
vi. All applicants should include daytime phone and skype contact information.
vii. Deadline for application is 28th September 2018, 5:00pm Tanzania Time. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested candidates should send their application letters, enclosing their CVs, copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees to the following postal address;

HR & Administration Coordinator
Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania LTD
Plot 591 Yacht Club Rd
Msasani Peninsular
P. O. Box 75568
Dar es Salaam


OR
electronically through hr@mgitanzania.org

Maryland Global Initiatives Tanzania**(MGIT) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, ethnicity, or any other status variable.**
The TB/HIV advisor will work under the leadership of the Associate Director Clinical services in all technical matters while working very closely with the Regional Project manager.


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