Job Description
As the Sub Recipient (SR) to IHVN on Tuberculosis project under Global Fund Grant, DFB has been vested with the responsibility of implementing Active TB/HIV case finding programme across the above-mentioned States.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical support and oversight on monitoring and evaluation of Sputum Movement in the State of assignment.
Provide technical support to the riders in ensuring that programmatic data and administrative support are accurately captured and reported according to set guidelines.
Process, verify and present relevant sample shipment data for monthly reimbursement
Support the IT officers as well as the State Technical Officers in ensuring the regular maintenance of the sample shipment database/information system
Conduct routine monitoring and supportive supervisory visits to each local government in their state.
Support the programme department in the monthly appraisal of the adhoc staff involved in sample logistics
Support the IT officers in harmonizing the data submitted in the shipment forms with those on the sample referral dashboard
Regularly monitor the retrieval of the results of samples sent to the GeneXpert/AFB microscopy labs
Ensure the effective transportation of samples from the facilities to the designated laboratories and in accordance with the Global Fund PPM policy
Regularly monitor the retrieval of TB investigation results and their uploading on the DFB sample dashboard and MATS application.
Education / Experience
Minimum of BSc in Biological / Medical Sciences with at least 2 years of relevant work experience especially in area of TB sample referral logistics.
Minimum of 2 years working on TB/HIV related projects
Previous leadership experience in a related role will be an added advantage.
Excellent communication skills.
Reliable, with high integrity and strong work ethic.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Computer literacy with competency in Microsoft office package.
Applicant’s experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above
Age: Not more than 45 years.