• Application Deadline:
• Position: Technical Officer General Population - Kwara


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Kwara


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare  , NGO/Non-Profit 
  

Job Profile:

The Technical Officer for Gen population will offer specialized technical expertise and support in designing, executing, and overseeing HIV/AIDS interventions focused on Gen population. Including ensuring access to high quality HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care services

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

Program Development and Planning:

• Contribute to devising comprehensive strategies and action plans tailored specifically for Gen Pop in HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care


• Assist in adapting evidence-based interventions suitable for Gen population groups

Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert guidance on the delivery of HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, and care services that are sensitive to the needs of key populations.


• Ensure interventions align with the latest best practices and global guidelines in key population-focused HIV/AIDS programming and for harm reduction strategies.

Capacity Building and Training:

• Conduct training sessions for staff and partners on Gen Population-centered strategies in HIV/AIDS programming.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Effectively track and monitor activities and interventions for Gen populations


• Collect, analyze data, and prepare comprehensive reports to evaluate program effectiveness, facilitating informed decision-making and continual improvement.

Coordination and Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including government bodies, community-based organizations, and relevant groups, to ensure cohesive coordination and implementation of HIV/AIDS interventions general population


• Act as a representative for the organization in pertinent meetings, workshops, and conferences focused on HIV/AIDS programming for general population

Qualifications/Experience:

• Degree in medicine, social science, public health or other related fields.


• 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring HIV/AIDS programs, with a focus on general population.

Skills and competencies: 

• In-depth knowledge of Harm Reduction Strategies


• Strong understanding of gender-responsive and rights-based approaches in Gen populations programme


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.