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KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation Job Recruitment


KNCV is an international center of expertise for TB control that promotes effective, efficient, innovative and sustainable tuberculosis control strategies in a national and international context. We are an organization of passionate TB professionals, including doctors, researchers, training experts, nurses and epidemiologists. We aim to stop the spread of the worldwide epidemic of TB and to prevent the further spread of drug-resistant TB.


Over the past century we have built up a wealth of knowledge and expertise, initially by successfully controlling TB in the Netherlands. Since the 1970s, we have also shared our knowledge and expertise with, the rest of the world. We operate from a central office in The Hague in the Netherlands, a regional office in Central Asia and country offices worldwide. KNCV raises funds from private, institutional, corporate, and government donors.
DRIVER
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
The officer will be responsible for conveying project staff;
Maintain the vehicle & updating vehicle particulars;
Maintain car logbook and support general logistics of movement in the respective offices and states.
Specific Requirements
Completed Secondary School education
Five (5) years experience in similar position
Trade Test Certificate
Valid driver’s license
Certificate in safety and security driving
Good written and verbal English language skills
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues. www.nigerianbestforum.com
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week
ACCOUNTANT ASSISTANT
Challenge TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
The officer will assist in the management of field accounts.
Monitor all travel & other advance accounts.
Ensure that all project incurred expenses are timely paid and documented.
Assist in annual audit process.
Reports to Senior Program Manager and work in close collaboration with Senior Accountant at the central office in Abuja.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance and or Business management)
At least 4 years of experience in Accounting and working in a project setting
Demonstrable experience with accounting and financial reporting in USG supported projects
Proficiency in the use of computer.
Common Requirements for the Position
Excellent written and verbal English language skills
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural differences
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION ASSISTANT
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
The M&E Assistant will work with the Senior Program Manager to assist in M&E activities in the States;
Assist in timely and complete reporting of CTB activities;
Adapt & implement tools & techniques to improve quality and use of data;
In collaboration with the State TB program, mentor all M&E focal persons in the facilities; and reports to Senior Program Manager in the Regional Office
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor or Masters’ Degree in Social Sciences
At least 2 years of experience in M & E in Public Health Project
Experience in working in the fields of TB/HIV, Community TB, and MDR TB, with extensive field experience in Nigeria
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
Common Requirements for the Position
Excellent written and verbal English language skills
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural differences
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week

PROGRAM OFFICER
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
The Program Officer is expected to be embedded with the state TB program team and will be responsible for ensuring the implementation of all CTB activities in collaboration with the State TB team.
Other Activities include:
Organize & conduct regular facility supervision to ensure quality service delivery;
Organize & conduct on the job facility based training for DOTS services;
Organize & conduct regular visits to health facilities on data quality assurance;
Support state program on routine data analysis & utilization;
Reports to Senior Program Officer in the Regional Office.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
A Degree in Medicine (an MPH degree will be an additional advantage)
At least 4 years experience working with: HIV & TB program at various levels
Experience with USAID or UN projects or any development partner is an advantage
Strong coordination, planning, and supervisory skills
Competent with operational plan development, implementation and evaluation of results
Strong coordination and planning skills
Common Requirements for the Position
Excellent written & verbal English language skills
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural differences
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week

LABORATORY ADVISOR
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
The Laboratory Advisor will work in close collaboration with States’ laboratory quality assurance officers in ensuring effective and quality laboratory services in selected LGAs.
The job includes among others:
Support assessment of Lab services in the selected states/LGA’s;
Liaise with State Quality Assurance Officer in facilitating quality expansion of microscopy & GeneXpert;
Supervise in close collaboration wth QA officer and LGATBLS all laboratory services;
In collaboration with National Reference Laboratories, ensure retrieval of all culture results and ensure documentation on patients’ records;
Reports to Senior Program Manager.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
A Degree in the Medical Sciences – MBBS/MB.Bch or Laboratory Sciences (an MPH would be an advantage) and a minimum of 5 years experience in TB and/or HIV programs
Experience as laboratory quality assurance officer or laboratory manager
Experience in working with: HIV & TB program; USAID projects or any development partner
Strong coordination, planning, and supervisory skills.
Competent with laboratory operational plan development, implementation and evaluation of results.
Strong coordination and planning skills.
Common Requirements for the Position
Excellent written n verbal English language skills
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural differences
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation Offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week
SENIOR PROGRAMME MANAGER
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION AND ORGANIZATIONAL POSITION
This is both a technical and a managerial position, posted in a Regional office. The officer reports to the Senior Technical Adviser at the central office in Abuja.
The brief job description includes provide technical support to Program Officers in selected States/LGA’s;
Monitor & supervise state implementation of CTB;
Organize and report monthly on the implementation of the CTB project;
Provide oversight to the M&E Assistant, Account Assistant and Laboratory Advisor in the Regional Office.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
An MPH Degree with more than 5 years experience
Experience in working with; HIV & TB program; USAID projects or any development partner
Strong coordination, planning, and supervisory skills
Competent with operational plan development, implementation and evaluation of results
Strong coordination and planning skills.
Common Requirements for the Position:
Excellent written in verbal English language skills.
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural difference
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week
IT OFFICER
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH). The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
This is a technical position. The staff will be responsible for setting up the IT Unit at Abuja Central Office and states:
Provide continuous support on lT related issues to all project staff;
Provide technical support for GIS and other software;
Work with MSH and Abt Associates an E-TB manager & GX Alert in all CTB states.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant area (computer Science has an advantage)
4 years experience setting up & maintaining IT unit for the project
Experience in creating and maintaining branding for programs
Standard information, communication and technology skills including social media skills
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
Common Requirements for the Position
Excellent written n verbal English language skills
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural differenc
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week
COMMUNICATION OFFICER
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
The officer will be an image maker of the CTB project and will specifically:
Work in collaboration with the M & E unit;
Support the review and adaptation of TB messages for bulk SMS and radio jingles:
Synthesize formal reports into summary reports;
Identify and write success stories on the implementation of the project & prepares monthly bulletins about progress of CTB.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant area
Experience with working in Public Health Programs
4 years experience in Communications, Marketing & Image making for health projects
Experience in Creating & Maintaining branding for programs
Experience in identifying communication channels in different communities
Standard information, communication & technology skills including social media skills
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Excellent written in verbal English language skills
Self starter, team player, dynamic, solid open, flexible, absolute integrity, organisational awareness
Understanding of cultural difference.
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
Challenge TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
This is a management position which requires staff support, motivation and ensuring good work ethics by all staff of the organization.
The job will include: develop, implement and secure HR policies;
Ensure that all HR issues meet local labor law;
Co-develop short and long term staffing plan;
Provide effective, reliable high level recruitment advice;
Provide high quality advice on HR to managers
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree, an MBA or additional Degree in Human Resource Management is an advantage
A minimum of 5 years working experience, 2 years experience with an international organization is an advantage
Competent with organizational HR analysis, development of HR policies and advising about a positive work climate for all staff
Ability to stimulate staff in their personal professional development
Good numerical skills
Strong social and communicating skills
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week.
SENIOR TB/HIV TECHNICAL ADVISOR
CHALLENGE TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB (CTB), the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360). Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization. The project in Nigeria will be for a period of 16 months supporting 12 states in Nigeria for quality implementation of TB program.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the position and organizational position
This is both a technical and managerial position, where you are expected to:
Coordinate all USAID TB/HIV implementing partners;
Support USAID TBIHIV implementing partners to ensure quality planning and harmonization of approaches;
Organize the coordination platform with the implementing In-country Partners (IP) to review progress and identify obstacles and develop immediate action;
Support linkages and liaisons between the IP’s and USAID, NTP NASCP and NACA.
The officer is responsible to the KNCV Country Director and/or Deputy Director Operations.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
An MPH Degree with more than 6 years experience
Experience in working with: HIV & TB programs; USAID projects and/or any development partner
Competent with operational plan development, implementation and evaluation of results
Strong coordination and planning skills
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offers
A fixed-term contract for 15 months, with the intention to extend the contract based in availability of funding:
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues
A salary dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme
Full-time employment consist of 40 houses per week
TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application (Curriculum vitae, Motivation letter, 3 professional references) to: The Country Representative KNCV Nigeria Challenge TB Project at jobskncvnigeria@gmail.com The position you apply for should be the subject of your email. Application submitted after the closing date stated above will not be considered.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
DUE DATE: 11 June, 2015

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