Project Coordinator, I4HIV at an Indigenous Non-profit and Non-governmental Organization

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria. We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for people living with; and affected by HIV. It is an organization built on strong core values, we believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Coordinator, I4HIV 

Location: Abuja 
Reporting to: Senior Project Coordinator

Description

• Collaborate with government ministries and partners (FMoH and SMoHs) to ensure project alignment with national health priorities. Establishes and strengthens government-led coordination structures and committees for AHD implementation.
• Collaborates with the FMoH to incorporate AHD-related activities into Nigeria’s UHC plans and COPs. Facilitates the alignment of program activities with broader health initiatives, including TB, NCDs, and other HIV-related programs.
• Leads the adaptation and implementation of national and international guidelines, including the STOP AIDS toolkit, for the management of pediatric AHD.
• Simplifies treatment algorithms for efficient and effective care. Develops and implements a Quality of Care and Quality Improvement (QI) model tailored to AHD services.
• Leads the design and implementation of implementation science research to evaluate different AHD service delivery models.
• Coordinates situational analyses on SBIs and Histoplasmosis, including LFA validation studies and ensures evidence generated is disseminated to inform policy and practice.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the project, ensuring tasks are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with project objectives. Works closely with the project team (Project Associate, Project SI Associate) to track deliverables and resolve challenges.
• Supports the integration of AHD services into national health programs, including PHC, RI, IMCI, and nutrition services. Improves service point linkages and workflows between hospitals and community-based services.
• Supports the development and implementation of innovative service delivery models, including hub-andspoke models, to enhance access to AHD services for children.
• Collaborates with PATA to develop and implement community engagement and demand generation strategies to increase awareness and access to AHD services.
• Works with global partners and advocates for the prioritization of pediatric AHD within global HIV response frameworks. Supports the transition and scale-up of AHD services by ensuring effective mobilization of country and donor transition funding (e.g., PEPFAR, Global Fund).
• Prepares and submit periodic progress reports, including technical and financial reports, to stakeholders and funder
• Facilitates the documentation of lessons learned, best practices, and program successes to inform future AHD interventions.
• Ensures that evidence and findings from project activities are effectively disseminated to inform policy and guide AHD service delivery across Nigeria.
• Works with relevant stakeholders to identify and secure funding opportunities to support the long-term sustainability of AHD programs.
• Manages project budgets effectively and ensures that resources are used efficiently and transparently

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced Degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, including 3 years in a leadership/supervisory role, preferably in HIV/AIDS or pediatric care.
• Strong understanding of pediatric AHD care and treatment protocols, and experience implementing national guidelines.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent project management skills, including managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Experience in advocacy and policy development, particularly in HIV and pediatric health.
• Proficiency in monitoring and evaluation, using data for decision-making and program improvement.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s health systems and experience working with government entities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of Nigerian languages is an asset.

Work Environment

• The Project Coordinator will be based in Abuja, Nigeria, with regular travel to the four project states (Lagos, Kano, Rivers, and Gombe).

Application Closing Date
10th February, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their current CV & suitability statement (not more than 200 words indicating position and location in Microsoft Word format) to: [email protected] using the Job Title, Location and Applicant Full name (e.g. "COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU") as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• It is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Grant duration- Subject to availability of funds and exceptional grant performance.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for submission of job applications and interviews
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process