Description : Project Manager: TB/ HIV Integrated Management ? (Ref: ASHTEC-EC-57). Company : null. Location :
MatCH is looking for a suitably qualified candidate to fill the following position under a project aimed at Achieving and Sustaining HIV/TB Epidemic Control in Eastern Cape Province – Integrated Service Delivery Response. Location: East London , Eastern Cape
Duration of Contract: 5-year fixed term contract .
Closing date for submission of applications: 18 March 2024 (applications received after the submission deadline will not be considered)
Main purpose of the job :Provide technical assistance, facility-based quality improvement and mentoring to ensure provision of healthcare services for TB/ HIV integrated management . Supervision of staff and provision of logistics and planning support for the related services. Monitor and report on the implementation of program activities with regards TB/HIV integrated management cascade partner coordination. Liaison with internal and external stakeholders and support capacity-building activities for facility HIV services/activities.
Key performance areas • Provide management and support for TB prevention and testing in HIV infected clients. • Undertake continuous analysis of barriers to continuity of treatment and supporting the implementation of differentiated service delivery (DSD) models for TB/HIV co-infected clients. • Design, and implement activities that improve psychosocial support for clients with TB/HIV co-infection, including guidance on adherence counselling and support. • Provide support and guidance on TB/ HIV integration cascade program with the aim of improving adherence strategies and ensuring retention in care. • Provide or facilitate technical leadership to programs in the areas of HIV/TB service delivery, task shifting and programme implementation • Support IPC guidelines, policies and measures within teams at facilities • Participate in development of best practices and enhancement of program activities • Excellent report writing and presentation skills. • Monitor performance and implementation of the WPs and develop action plan to control risks and address challenges aligned with guideline and document best practices. • Build capacity for quality improvement in DREAMS and Youth Health through training, on-site coaching and support supervision.Support the development of systems for continuous learning, quality improvement methods and tools.
Required minimum education, training, and technical support. • Diploma/Degree in General Nursing • NIMART certificate • A valid unendorsed driver’s license.
Professional body registration • Current registration with applicable statutory professional body.
Minimum work experience • Minimum four years working experience public/private (NGO) sector experience, • Minimum four years working in middle or senior management role. • Minimum four years working experience providing management support for TB/HIV integration management. • Minimum four years’ experience in program planning, management, and implementation, including experience with the provision of focussed TB/HIV integration services.
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities • MBCHB • Knowledge of HIV and, TB management • Knowledge of differentiated models of care • Knowledge of HIV guidelines and protocols • Excellent time management skills • Supervision and good group management skills • Good written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage and resolve conflict. • Facilitation skills and able to work independently. • Report writing and interpersonal skills. • Strong administrative and planning skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Proficiency in English & isiXhosa • Professionalism, customer centered. • Ability to work under pressure and in a diverse environment. • Ability to work independently in a resource limited setting, as well as in a team environment. • Attention to detail. • Self-motivation with high regard for excellence, work ethic, values and integrity.
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Non-South African Citizens and non-South African permanent resident holders must be in possession of valid work documents authorizing them to work in South Africa
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- NIMART certificate is a requirement
- Diploma/Degree in General Nursing is a requirement
- Do have a minimum four years working experience providing management support for TB/HIV integration management ?
- Do you have a minimum four years’ experience in program planning, management, and implementation, including experience with the provision of focussed TB/HIV
integration services?
Experience:
- public/private (NGO) sector work: 4 years (Required)
- middle or senior management work: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- registration with statutory SA professional body. (Required)
- unendorsed driver’s license (Required)
Application Deadline: 2024/03/19
