APIN Recruitment 2012 for Programme Associate (Care & Support)

The AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) has recruitment for the Programme Associate - Care & Support for location Abuja (Nigeria). The job holder will provide programmatic support to the Care & Support program of the organization, and work closely with the Clinical Service Team to ensure the achievement of programme goals and objectives. The position should be applied before 15th November, 2012.

The Programme Associate - Care & Support responsible for:

• Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of HIV/AIDS Care & Support programme for people living with HIV (PLHIV) and their families, including orphans and vulnerable children (OVC)
• Support ongoing collaboration with the government of Nigeria (GON), partner sites, NGOs/CBOs and other partners to implement both facility- and community-based HIV/AIDS Care & Support programme
• Support partner sites, collaborating NGOs/CBOs and other partners to provide Care & Support services, in accordance with GON policies and guidelines and internationally recognized best practices

Requirements of the Programme Associate - Care & Support
A first degree in any health related field or in the Social Sciences, with a minimum of 3 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment

How to apply?
Qualified and interested applicants should click APPLY to complete an online application form. They should also upload their CV, which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed against the position. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name.

Computer literacy and skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet browsing, etc.) are essential for position; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as may be required.

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the position are therefore encouraged to apply.