Name of the organisation : National AIDS Control Organisation (naco.gov.in)
Name of the post : Recruitment 2014 Project Officer Clinical
Reference No. : —
Notification : https://www.indianjobtalks.in/uploads/25552-70%20Program%20Officer%20(Clinical)%20(PIPPSE_GJR%20&%20RJN).pdf
http://www.naco.gov.in/
Position Vacant : Project Officer – Clinical
Position Code : PHFI/2014/70-PIPPSE
Place of Posting : One at Technical Support Unit, Gujarat, and One at Technical Support Unit, Rajasthan
Organization Name : Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI)
Company Profile:
Public Health Foundation of India, a public private initiative to build large scale human resource capacity in public health through its three pronged integrated charter of
(a) establishing a network of world class, India-relevant schools of public health & strengthening some of the existing schools
(b) establishing standards for public health education through the formation of an accreditation agency and
(c) strengthening research and policy in areas related to public health.
Competencies/ Qualifications / Skillsets required :
i) MBBS with 1 to 3 years’ experience or MD with at least 1 year of experience in public health, STI/HIV/AIDS, and/ or sexual and reproductive health delivery programs, with exposure to clinical care, operations research, surveillance and/or laboratory testing.
ii) Professional level of knowledge and expertise in research methods, research management and monitoring are desirable.
iii) Ability to work in a team, excellent oral and written skills in English and computer proficiency are essential.
iv) Experience with designing and developing training modules. Demonstrated writing and editing skills; ability to draft clear and effective briefing papers
v) Strong analytical and negotiation skills
vi) Excellent knowledge of Local languages and English (Speaking, Reading and Writing)
vii) Computer literacy and Good communication skills
viii) Willingness to travel extensively.
ix) Motivated, energetic, thorough, and responsive to the needs and interests of peers
Job Description / Responsibilities:
The Program Officer – Clinical is required to focus and bring in technical and professional expertise in the STI program under State AIDS Control Society in the State. The Program Officer – Clinical will be responsible for scaling up STI services for Most-At-Risk Populations (MARPs), Bridge Populations and general population by building the capacity of service providers, regular monitoring, onsite mentoring and supportive supervision. He /she will coordinate and ensure for regular drug supply, quality of syphilis testing and other clinical services of all the STI services under State AIDS Control Society.
1 To visit all the designated clinic and preferred providers in the district at least once every two month and spends 15 days in the field every month.
2 Supervise and mentor every provider and designated clinic staffs for recording and reporting.
3 Monitors patient wise prescription for quality of diagnosis and treatment given to patients through documentation audit. Any gaps identified are corrected and provider receives on site tutoring on correct syndromic case management.
4 Provides ongoing skill building and clinical support to the non MBBS providers for imparting good quality STI/RTI care to the HRG and provide supervision in drug dispensing.
5 Provides necessary support to the TI NGO in selection and placement of the preferred providers in the TI Intervention area and also provide capacity building support to all the TI NGO staffs.
6 Coordinates with the private providers of the clients of the HRG and provides mentoring and ensures timely reporting from them. Scrutinizes the monthly report sent to SACS. Performs data analysis and provides epidemiological pattern of STI/RTI in the community. Facilitate TIs in report compilation from all the providers and sending monthly reports in CMIS format. Responsible for regular data flow to SACS/DACS.
7 Supervises the drug and condom logistics and prevents drug and condom stock outs in the district.
8 Works closely with the STI focal person in SACS and provide all necessary support in strengthening STI programme in the state.
9 All field visits would be followed up with a detailed tour report to be submitted on a daily basis and a detailed report within 3 days of completion of tour
Other responsibilities:
i) Co-ordinate with Technical Team for developing Annual Action Plan.
ii) In addition, activities as recommended by the Team Leader (TI).
How to Apply :
Interested and eligible candidates may send in their CVs to recruit@phfi.org by highlighting the Position Code (PHFI/2014/70-PIPPSE) and the preferred location (Gujarat / Rajasthan)in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Last Date for receipt of applications: 28 March 2014