Technical Advisor: Tb/hiv/pmtct - Cape Town, South Africa - Anova Health Institute NPC

Anova Health Institute NPC

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Cape Town, South Africa

2 weeks ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Anova is an NGO that empowers people and changes lives.

Good health and quality of life is what motivates us to provide healthcare solutions and support for those who need it most.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

Provide leadership in all TB, HIV and PMTCT related support activities of Anova in Cape Town and at provincial level
Support the decentralization of Drug Resistant TB services in their allocated district
Work closely with Anova's M&E team to support data system for planning for both DOH and Anova staff
Attend to relevant meetings
Conduct facility site visits to monitor support activities, identify gaps and act accordingly
Provide technical and clinical support on TB, PMTCT and Paediatric HIV including TA (mentoring and coaching and training) to DoH and Anova staff as dictated by the work plans
Conduct PMTCT, NIMART, Basic TB and any other HIV/TB/PMTCT and related trainings that supports the current needs of the department of health as the need arises
Work closely with the monitoring and evaluation team to review facility data and provide feedback to clinics
Represent Anova Health Institute on relevant working and technical advisory bodies and at district, provincial and national PMTCT conferences and meetings as requested
Identify innovative projects that can be implemented to improve performance of the PMTCT and paediatric HIV programme and ensure that all project deliverables are met in a high quality, cost effective and timely fashion
Facilitate improvement in linkages for early infant diagnosis and ART initiation in children across Cape metro
Take lead in ensuring performance monitoring systems for PMTCT and paediatric HIV are operating effectively
Compile monthly & quarterly regular PMTCT and paediatric HIV reports for Anova, Funders and DOH as required
Engage and support managers at the facility, regional, district and provincial levels
Conduct operational research/enquiries in to order to keep abreast of PMTCT/paediatric HIV issues and add to the pool of knowledge within Anova

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

Diploma with PHC (Nursing Clinician) registration with the SANC
Midwifery essential
TB diploma or additional training on TB an advantage
NIMART trained
At least five (5) years' experience with TB, PMTCT and HIV/AIDS control programs or other health issues
At least three (3) years' experience working in technical leadership, oversights, design, and implementation of TB, PMTCT and HIV/AIDS programmes
Demonstrated technical knowledge and leadership in programme management, strategic planning, and policy experience
A valid driver's license
Ability to communicate technical and policy issues clearly and effectively
Good knowledge of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART), TB, PMTCT and Chronic Medication and guidelines
Knowledge of latest HIV/TB/PMTCT guidelines
Demonstrated openness and flexibility in responding to changing work priorities and environment
Knowledge of latest HIV/TB/PMTCT guidelines
Knowledge of strategy and other Health related policies
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Good report writing skills
Flexible and resilient to change

In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.