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The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Position: Radiographer (Adhoc)
Reports to: State Lead
Location: Oyo (2) Osun(2)

Opening Date: 21/10/2021
Closing Date: 28/10/2021

USAID Nigeria TB LON Region 3 Project

The TB LON Project is funded by USAID Nigeria and focuses on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination. The TB LON 3 project is to be implemented by IHVN to expand the provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers through the engagement of the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities and civil society. The project is targeted at increasing the number of tuberculosis (TB) cases that are detected, treated and notified to  437,895 within the five year grant implementation period 2020 to 2025 and implemented across 4 states in Nigeria; Lagos, Osun, Ogun, and Oyo State. The project’s four intermediate results are as follows:

• Improved access to high-quality, person-centred TB, DR-TB, and TB/Human Immunodeficiency Virus (TB/HIV) services.
• Strengthened TB service delivery platforms.
• Reduced TB disease transmission and progression and
• Accelerated TB innovations with improved impact on program implementation.

IHVN is working with a consortium of partners. Towards meeting the project set targets, IHVN and partners adopted a mixed model of community and facility based, health systems strengthening strategies and digital solutions to find TB cases.

Purpose of the position

The main responsibility of the Radiographer is to perform radiological duties in compliance with international standards using a mobile digital x-ray backpack unit. S/he will also perform selected administrative, and clerical duties that assist in the delivery of quality radiography for the purposes of screening clients for TB in a mobile environment as part of an Active TB Case Finding (ACF) & Contact Investigation team.

Specific objectives and Duties

• Conducting screening of clients to identify presumptive TB for digital x-ray examination when applicable.
• Preparing the client for radiological procedures.
• Taking measures to protect clients, oneself and other staff from radiation exposure according to best practices and manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Taking quality diagnostic radiographs of clients according to established procedures for patient care and safety.
• Ensuring maximum of two and half minutes is spent per client for x-ray, while maintaining a repeat rate of two percent or less.
• Accurately documenting completed radiological procedures, completely and promptly
• Storing all radiographs in an easily retrievable manner.
• Ensuring that all equipment are in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Reporting immediately any equipment malfunctions to the State Lead.
• Maintaining mobile x-ray unit, stocking necessary radiological supplies.
• Making suggestions to improve work methods.
• Serving as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
• Keeping record of the dosimetry readings.
• Train new employees.
• Working closely with the other team members for the purposes of prompt diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Performing any other tasks as directed by the State Lead.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Radiography.
• License of practice by Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN).
• Good computer skills, including familiar and comfortable with using MS Excel.
• Attention to details.
• Flexibility across a range of field and office related tasks
• Good attitude, self-motivated and ability to work well individually as well as in a team.
• Two years’ work experience in any radiography field.
• A license according to the state laws.
• Experience with a non-governmental organization will be an added advantage.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• The subject of the email should be the job position and full name of the applicant.
• All applications must be received on or before 11:59pm of 28^th October, 2021.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advanced to the next stage of the selection process.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Position	Program Officer, Biotech Engineer
Scheduled Work Time	Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Location	MLSCN
Project	ACHIEVE
Reports to	Head Biotech Unit

Opening Date:           8^th October, 2021.
Closing Date:            15^th October, 2021.

Position Overview

He or She will serve as the Biotech Engineer across supported laboratories for equipment installation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory ancillary equipment. Serve as Technical Advisor to National Laboratory Equipment Calibration Centre (NaLECC) to support calibration of equipment; volume, mass, temperature, speed etc.  Mentor NaLECC to achieve ISO 17025 accreditation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out Installation, maintenance, and calibration of ancillary laboratory equipment (microscope, autoclave, incubator, freezer, refrigerator etc.)
• Liaising with sites for information about equipment status
• Training of laboratory staff on the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Generating Technical report
• Submitting  report of all ACHIEVE activity to the Head of Biotech unit
• Supporting NaLECC technically towards accreditation.

Minimum Requirements:

Essential

• Must be a graduate BSC, BTech or HND in Electric electronics, Physics electronics or any related field.
• Must have minimum of 3years experience on laboratory equipment installation, maintenance, and calibration.
• Must have metrology certification
• Must be familiar with ISO 17025
• Must know how to calculate uncertainty based on ISO 17025

 Desirable

• Proficiency in the use of data analytical software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the essential requirement for this position

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. The Legal Officer will provide legal services to the Institute and manage the secretariat of the Institute’s board.

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
POSITION: Legal Officer
OPENING DATE: September 27, 2021

CLOSING DATE: October 10, 2021
SCHEDULED WORK TIMES: Monday – Friday
REPORTS TO: Director of Administration, Chief Executive Officer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Candidates should have an LLM, LLB, BL
• Candidate must have been called to the Nigerian Bar
• Candidates with international legal exposure may have an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to be use initiative (be proactive)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent communication skills in English, written/verbal, and diplomacy
• Have good interpersonal, relationship management skills and possess the ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent computer skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Legal Officer shall be responsible for:

• Provide legal advice/opinion on various issues relating to the Institute and its subsidiaries
• Undertake legal research and legal interpretation of all relevant laws including the Institute’s staff, financial and other internal regulations
• Prepare agreements and other legal instruments as well as memoranda and correspondences
• Review all agreements and legal documents, which may create legal obligation for the Institute
• Oversee the registration and verification of contractors and consultants for the institute
• Work with external solicitors on cases involving the Institute
• Update the Institute’s details with relevant regulatory authorities when necessary
• Handle matters related to the board of directors and secretariat.
• Handle matters related to the reflection of structural changes of the Institute.
• Provide Legal guidance/advice on various issues such as corporate regulatory compliance, privacy, anti-trust and competition laws, advertising/promotional matters, corporate governance, fiduciary duty, ethics and strategic transactions within the Department of Administration/Institute, including the preparation of memoranda and correspondences.
• Provide corporate policy guidance by providing advice on labor relations, employment law and benefits matters.
• Update the details of the Institute and its subsidiaries at the Corporate Affairs Commission when necessary.
• Coordinate other legal and related matters with external solicitors as may be needed/directed.
• Perform such other administrative duties as may be assigned from time to time by the CEO, COO and or the Director of Administration.

Method of Application

Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the. Associate Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Finance Assistant (Global Funds) will assist in management of Accounts payable and receivable functions such as Preparation of payment vouchers, transfer instructions, journal vouchers, Bank Reconciliation statements, and entering financial records in the organization’s accounting software under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Officer, he/she will provide direct support to the Global Fund team and operations on the general management of the Global Funds grant

Position	Finance Assistant
Department	Global Fund
Immediate  Supervisor	Finance Officer
Open to	All interested candidates
Location	Asaba, Delta
Term	Full Time

OPENING DATE: 23^rd Sept 2021
CLOSINGDATE: 8^th October 2021

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: 

• Possession of a B.Sc in Accountancy or Higher National Diploma in Accountancy; professional Accounting qualification will be considered a plus. Minimum of 3 years post qualification hands-on experiecne in an International NGO or Grants operational environment is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Applicants should be Abile to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure.
• Proficiency in the use of computer application (Microsoft office etc.)
• Good working knowledge of Sage 300 ERP.
• Analytical mind and fluency in written and oral communication.
• Ability to relate with subordinates, colleagues and superiors.
• Innovative with sound mind.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for entering financial information and maintaining financial records in the organization’s accounting software.
• Administration of payments (Preparation of payment vouchers, transfer instructions, etc.)
• Maintenance of cash books.
• Preparation of monthly bank reconciliation statements.
• Preparation and capturing of monthly journal vouchers for the reports of Sub Recipients and other implementing partners.
• Custody of cheques books, vouchers/support documents and transfer instructions to bank(s).
• Proper filling (& custodian) of retirements and support documents of treatment centres & laboratories and other implementing partners on a monthly basis.
• Remittance of WHT on monthly basis.

Method of Application

Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, research, capacity building, and care and support services.

Strengthening Global Health Security Agenda in Nigeria (SECURE-Nigeria), a project with funding support from US-CDC, will support systematic implementation of both broad-based and disease specific Infection Prevention Control (IPC) intervention critical to prevent transmission of emerging infectious diseases, including respiratory pathogens such as COVID-19 and tuberculosis.

SECURE-Nigeria will build upon existing IPC activities and capacities to enhance health system preparedness through strengthening IPC interventions and programs by leveraging on PEPFAR supported facilities. This project will enhance health system preparedness for future pandemics by building sustainable, broad-based IPC capacity, using PEPFAR supported facilities as a model organizations.

Position: Bioinformatician

Location: Abuja

Immediate Supervisor/Reports to: Genomics Lead at National Reference Laboratory (NRL) Gaduwa and IHVN Lead of SECURE-NIGERIA sub-genomic component

Scheduled Work Times: Monday – Friday

SUMMARY/OVERVIEW:

The Bioinformatician will responsible for the analysis of Next Generation Sequence (NGS) data from a variety of sequencing platforms using established and novel workflows in support of SARS-COV-2 sequencing and other genomic activities. Please refer to key areas of responsibilities for other responsibilities.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Analyze Next Generation Sequence (NGS) data using established and novel workflows
• Maintain and develop our databases and documentation
• Carry out variant identification, annotation and association analysis
• Create and manage scripts or workflows in R, Python, Perl, Bash and Snakemake
• Assist researchers with mining and analysis of diverse private and public databases
• Contribute to scientific presentations and publications
• Provide bioinformatics and biocomputing training
• Communicate computational, statistical and biological concepts clearly and effectively to a diverse audience.

REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate will have received a PhD/MSc in bioinformatics, computational or systems biology, physical or computer science or similar breadth of training. Candidates with a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree and 5+ years of directly related experience in a professional research environment working with bioinformatics tools will be considered. The candidate must have strong communication and writing skills in English.

Experience:

The candidate is to have:

• Two or more years’ experience working with Linux in a High-Performance Computing Cluster (HPCC)
• Experience with the use of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) applications as well setting up of pipelines/workflows
• Strong data visualization skills
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Python, Perl, Java) and one statistical software (e.g. R, SAS)
• Experience in big data, high-performance computing and application of machine learning techniques is an advantage
• Solid understanding of basic and advanced statistical approaches will be an advantage
• Experience in professional software development as part of a collaborative team is an advantage.

Opening Date:  25^th August, 2021.
Closing Date:  13^th September, 2021.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.