The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, and cancer through prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, care, and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at the national, state, and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.
The Integrated Model for the Prevention of Anal Cancer using Screen and Treat for HSIL study (IMPACT) will be advancing research on anal cancer screening among sexual and gender minorities living with HIV in Nigeria, through the IMPACT study.
IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
| Position | Impact Interviewer |
| Scheduled Work Time | Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends) |
| Reports to | Principal Investigator and Head Trust Clinic |
| Location | Trust Clinic Abuja |
Opening Date: 7th October 2024
Closing Date: 21st October 2024
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure clients sign informed consent before administering the questionnaire.
- Describe the purpose and general procedures of the interview.
- Administer IMPACT study questionnaire using computer tablets.
- Administer IMPACT post-procedure satisfaction questionnaire.
- Translate the questionnaires to Hausa for those who do not speak English
- Attend to client questions as needed.
- Escort the client for clinical evaluation.
- Participate in local and HQ team meetings.
- Submit weekly report to site manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
- BS degree in a health-related field/discipline is preferable
- Two or more years working with networks of hard-to-reach populations
- Previous experience maintaining confidentiality and assisting with situations that may require discretion.
- Prior experience working with HIV/AIDS
- Prior experience with qualitative research and focus groups is an advantage
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent leadership and self-sufficiency.
- Communication skills in English and Hausa.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent computer skills with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Safeguarding (PSEAH):
As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us.
IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.
By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.
Equal employment opportunity statement:
IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.
Mode of Application:
- Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.