Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 06 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Management and Development for Health (MDH) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose primary aim is to contribute to address public health priorities of the people of Tanzania and the world at large. These priorities include: communicable diseases such as HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria; Reproductive, Maternal, New-born and Child health (RMNCH); Nutrition; Non-Communicable Diseases of public health significance; as well as Health System Strengthening. MDH strongly believes in and works in partnership with various local and global institutions, Ministry of Health (MoH); President’s Office Regional Authorities and Local Government (PORALG); donor agencies; academic and non-academic institutions; implementing partners; civil society, community-based and faith-based organizations and others.

MDH secured an award to implement and oversee a Three (3) year Global Fund Project from 2024 to 2026. The Project is aiming to tackle systemic obstacles that hinder progress in achieving better outcomes for HIV, Tuberculosis, and Malaria while simultaneously striving for equity, sustainability, and enduring impact. In line with this endeavor, MDH, as Prime for Global Fund Project, is in search of qualified individuals to fill the following job vacancies.

Job Title: Manager-HIV and AIDS (1 Post)
Reports to: Project Director
Location: Dar Es Salaam

Job Summary:
The Manager-HIV and AIDS will provide technical and leadership oversight in implementation of HIV and AIDS prevention, care and treatment services focusing on HTS, KVP and PMTCT interventions. S/he will ensure timely, high quality and effective delivery of KVP and PMTCT services in compliance with the national and GF guidelines, approved work plans, performance framework and budgets. S/he will provide overall leadership in design, plan and roll out of innovative approaches for effective implementations of HTS, KVP and PMTCT interventions. S/he represent MDH and work closely with national technical working groups and relevant Government Authorities for providing oversight and leadership in implementation of HTS, KVP and PMTCT Projects in Tanzania. S/he will be responsible for providing technical and leadership support to Project Officers in his/her portfolio.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for planning and management of GF Project in order to achieve agreed targets in accordance with the approved work plan and approved performance framework
2. Responsible for planning and management of GF Project in order to achieve agreed targets in accordance with the approved work plan and approved performance framework
3. Design, develop and review implementation plans and strategy in line with MDH policy, national and GF requirements.
4. Perform oversight role on the Project as may be directed by the Project Director and undertake delegated administrative duties as decided from time to time by the Project Director in line with appropriate MDH policies and regulations.
5. In close coordination with Project Director, prepare SRs Management Plan and ensure that all Projects progress in accordance with grant agreements, are completed on time, and all deliverables are of high quality.
6. Provide leadership and technical support to HIV and AIDS teams in their work with the SRs on regular basis.
7. Foster an environment of shared learning and collaboration among all team members, including SRs and across sectors
8. Take leadership in maintaining coordination among all relevant actors involved in GF in Tanzania, including coordination and effective collaboration among SRs
9. Lead on internal and external Project/project evaluations conducted by LFA, GF, TNCM and MDH.
10. Support /conduct onsite field verifications when necessary by LFA, GF and TNCM and ensure the execution of baseline, periodic, and final evaluations as necessary in coordination with the Project Director
11. With the guidance form the Project Director, take lead in preparation, reviewing PRs quarterly and Semi – annually reports (PUDR), and analyzing and presentation of data from partners implementing HIV/AIDS activities. Providing feedback on performance based on in depth analysis of data reported by partners.
12. Provide technical support across the HIV and AIDS Projects to ensure that activities are implemented based on evidence and adhering to national and international standards.
13. Provide guidance and oversight of technical components of the project to ensure implementation that complies with PR and SR work plans, performance framework, implementation arrangement mapping and the budgets.
14. Participating in national HIV and AIDS-related technical working groups and other fora that bring together key actors in the national HIV and AIDS response.
15. Provide guidance in designing and conducting technical updates to enhance capacity of Project staff and implementing SRs for effective implementation of activities.
16. Proactively identify and share among SRs best practices to promote “SR to SR learning”
17. Regularly engage with appropriate national and international technical assistance providers.
18. Establish and maintain a strong and positive working relationship with the Global Fund, SRs, co-PR, relevant UN agencies (WHO, UNAIDS, UNOPS, UNFPA, UNICEF, etc.) and bilateral agencies (i.e. USAID, PEPFAR, GIZ, DFID, AUSAID, etc.) as well as Tanzania Government officials.
19. Interface regularly and appropriately with national level technical mechanisms, particularly the Tanzania Health Sector Coordinating Committee and the TSGs for HIV and AIDS.
20. Develop communication mechanisms and schedules to ensure efficient and effective management of information and ensure open communication and coordination among SRs and colleagues.
21. Represent the HIV and AIDS component in all appropriate forums, meetings, workshops to share and disseminate GF experience and models of HIV and AIDS service delivery and HIV and AIDS integration and services delivery.

Requirements, Education, work experience and skills:
1. Bachelor Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, Nursing, or other related discipline and Masters Degree in Public Health is must.
2. At Least Five to Seven (5 – 7) years of experience in Public Health, healthcare management, or HIV and TB Project management.
3. Prior work experience in HIV and AIDS-related programs, either through internships, volunteering, or entry-level positions, is highly valuable.
4. Experience in leadership or supervisory roles, as managing a team is a significant part of this job.
5. Ability to design, implement, and evaluate HIV and AIDS prevention and treatment programs.
6. Familiarity with local, national, and international laws and ethical guidelines regarding HIV and AIDS is crucial.
7. Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure the effectiveness of programs and identify areas for improvement.
8. Experience in financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation for projects.
9. Understanding of healthcare policies and regulations related to HIV and AIDS at local, national, and international levels.
10. Familiarity with relevant software and tools for data management, project tracking, and reporting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, donors, government agencies, and healthcare providers.

Submit your application before 10th November 2023


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
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Submit your application before 10th November 2023


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