IHV Nigeria: Regional Medical Officer (Pediatrics)

Institute of Human Virology (IHV Nigeria) is a leading provider of treatment, care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS with headquarters in Abuja and Regional offices in Benin, Jos, Kano and Federal Capital Territory. We require a competent and result-oriented candidate to fill the position below.

Regional Medical Officer (Pediatrics)

Education/Experience:

Medical degree – MD, MBBS, BMChB or its equivalents. Postgraduate qualifications preferably Fellowship of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges (Nigerian, West African). At least 5 years in Clinical practice and at least 3 years working experience in a HIV and TB or Malaria, Programme. Familiarity with the Nigerian health system.

Key Areas Of Responsibility

• Provide clinical needs assessments, healthcare provider training, mentoring, preceptorship, Monitoring and Evaluation of healthcare programs.
• Maintain current knowledge of HIV/AIDS standards and treatment development; patient’s standards of care and research developments.
• Participate in development of educational programs and curriculum development; of clinical strategies and protocols.
• Interactive mentoring and preceptorship at points of service.
• Participate in division meetings and initiatives as assigned.
• Participate in representation and educational programs provided to internal and external medical providers; partners and stakeholders.

Method of Application

Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the Senior Human Resources Officer, within two weeks of this publication, through this email address:[email protected]

Offer lasts till 10th June 2010