Program Specialist, HIV Medical Transmission Prevention - CDC at US Embassy Nigeria

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidate for the Program Specialist, HIV Medical Transmission Prevention position in the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Nigeria office in Abuja.

Position Title: Program Specialist, HIV MEDICAL Transmission Prevention – FSN-11/FP –04

Location: Abuja

Basic Function of the Position:
The incumbent, under the supervision of the Prevention Unit Lead of the CDC Division of Global HIV/AIDS (DGHA) Nigeria Office (Abuja), provides project support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR); contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs aimed at preventing the biomedical transmission of HIV. The job holder’s responsibilities include day-to-day program and administrative management, and coordination and collaboration with other PEPFAR agencies and implementation partners to ensure that project implementation addresses program strategic objectives and internationally recognized public health standards and best practices. The incumbent insures collaboration among PEPFAR partners involved in HIV/AIDS Medical Transmission Prevention (HIV-MTP) programs and provides leadership in promoting use of internationally recognized best practices in HIV-MTP among PEPFAR sponsored program in Nigeria. The job holder represents CDC Nigeria on HIV-MTP issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings, including meetings with collaborators and donor agencies.

To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission websites at: http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/about_the_us_mission.html.

Position Requirements:

• Note: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.
• Post graduate degree (or higher) in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing or a related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support programs, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation is required.
• The applicant should possess knowledge and experience in HIV Medical Transmission Prevention that indicates the ability to consult and collaborate effectively with all levels both within and outside the agency.
• Applicant should possess comprehensive knowledge and experience in HIV prevention strategies, HIV/AIDS public health programs, methods, processes, and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of HIV prevention programs.
• Level IV (fluency) Speaking/Writing in English is required.
• Must have intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

Selection Process
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed
• (WAE) work schedule.

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2013

How To Apply
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:
Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.
Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.


Submit Application To:
Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.

Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov


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Note:
All ordinarily resident applicants must have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.