EMPLOYMENT at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)

VACANCY POSITION JOB
DESCRIPTION

Title: Regional Technical Assistant for the response to COVID-19

Number of positions: 1

Location of Position: Douala

Type of Contract: Fixed-term contract

Duration of contract: 6 months

Reports to: COVID-19 Project Manager/ EGPAF

Application deadline: 14 April 2023

EGPAF Global Technical Assistance Project History

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), a recognized leader in the global effort to eliminate pediatric AIDS, is also one of the most successful international organizations in implementing prevention, care and HIV treatment for children, adolescents, youth and adults. With support from the US government as well as private and multilateral donors, EGPAF currently provides technical assistance (TA) at the health facility, community, district, and country levels in 19 countries to effectively support implementation, scaling up and evaluating HIV, TB and coronavirus disease (COVID-19) programs. EGPAF is able to provide high-impact,

high-quality, innovative and context-specific technical assistance in a wide range of areas, including health systems strengthening, strategic information and evaluation, operational research, community engagement, organizational development, innovation/emerging technical priorities, project management and service delivery related to HIV/TB/COVID-19. Recognizing the immediate threat the COVID-19 pandemic poses to the communities it serves, EGPAF has leveraged its core expertise in service delivery and capacity building to begin direct COVID-19 interventions. 19 in June 2020. The decades of experience of EGPAF in epidemic prevention and control, as a technical leader in the global fight against HIV/AIDS, have made the organization uniquely prepared to respond to pandemics. Starting in early 2022, EGPAF, in close collaboration with Ministries of Health, will provide direct interventions under the COVID-19 program for SARS-COV-2 screening, COVID-19 treatment, vaccine deployment, data management and surveillance in Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe. organization an organization particularly well prepared to respond to pandemics. Starting in early 2022, EGPAF, in close collaboration with Ministries of Health, will provide direct interventions under the COVID-19 program for SARS-COV-2 screening, COVID-19 treatment, vaccine deployment, data management and surveillance in Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe. organization an organization particularly well prepared to respond to pandemics. Starting in early 2022, EGPAF, in close collaboration with Ministries of Health, will provide direct interventions under the COVID-19 program for SARS-COV-2 screening, COVID-19 treatment, vaccine deployment, data management and surveillance in Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, DRC, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe.

For more information, please visit the EGPAF website: www.pedaids.org.

Mission overview

The mission presented here will be implemented under the Global Cooperative Agreement for the Provision of Technical Assistance (DELTA2), a five-year cooperative agreement funded by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and implemented implemented by EGPAF. The objective is to provide comprehensive, effective and efficient technical assistance, capacity building and program implementation expertise for global health activities supported by PEPFAR and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM). Through this mission, EGPAF through DELTA2 will provide technical assistance to the direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to the mitigation of the effects of COVID-19 on ongoing programs and service delivery in Cameroon,

Objective of the Regional Technical Assistant positions

The general objective of this mission is to provide technical support to Ministries of Health and grantees of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in the supported countries in order to achieve their activities and objectives in framework of the C19RM in the following three main areas: the response to COVID-19, the adaptation of HIV and TB programs, and the strengthening of health and community systems. The proposed timeline for the assignment extends from September 1, 2022 to December 31, 2023. The Regional Technical Assistants will be placed specifically to respond to identified gaps, needs and challenges in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Cameroon,

Position summary

Under the supervision of the EGPAF COVID-19 national project manager and in close collaboration and coordination with the CCOUSP, the regional delegation of Public Health (DRSP), the other partners concerned and CDC Cameroon, the Regional Technical Assistants provide technical support to strengthen the COVID-19 data management and reporting system in supported regions to improve monitoring of progress through national core indicators.

Main roles and Responsibilities of the Regional Technical Assistants – based in the DRSP

Under the coordination of the regional incident management team and under the supervision of the Regional Delegate, the regional technical assistants will:

Provide support to data management processes/systems and data quality auditing and timely reporting at district/regional levels;
Support the development/revision and dissemination of site/district and regional level documents (SOPs, job aids) for accurate processes and data management in the context of enhanced monitoring applied to the COVID-19 response. 19;
Support data collection and regular reporting of consistent information using M&E standards in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak;
Support the correct implementation of the data quality strategy to ensure completeness, accuracy and integrity of data;
Support the correct implementation of the data visualization and use strategy to help improve COVID-19 surveillances in a timely manner;
Support the development of regular reports to the Delegate and CCOUSP on COVID-19 response needs and progress against planned activities at the regional level;
Support the use of DHIS2 and other COVID-19 data repositories at facility, district and regional level;
Facilitate the organization and participate in regional technical working groups (TWGs) as part of the national COVID-19 response;
Collaborate with the National Technical Advisor to resolve all issues related to health informatics and data management of COVID-19 in the region;
Ensure deliverables are well planned and executed on time and on budget;
Provide support for any other activity assigned by supervisors, Regional Delegate, Regional Incident Manager.

Qualifications

Master’s degree with specialization in health informatics, statistics, public health or other related field;
At least 3-5 years of experience in health informatics or in an analytical role;
Experience managing projects and/or training several people desired.

Experience and Skills

Good understanding of data management practices, including information lifecycle management and data modelling;
Good understanding and experience of developing EHR and eHealth systems;
Experience with the DHIS2 system is strongly desired;
Good command of Power BI, Tableau, Stata, SPSS and other data analysis and statistics software;
A good knowledge, understanding and mastery of the Cameroonian health system is a major asset;
Significant experience in a management position in large health programs and/or providing technical assistance is strongly recommended;
Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
A very good command of Microsoft software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is mandatory;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – able to liaise with staff at all levels;
Experience in setting up/managing a data system will be an added value;
Language: Bilingual (French and English); however, fluency in French is an essential requirement. In addition, the ability to write and frame in the other language is absolutely required;
Ability to work independently and in a team and strong interpersonal communication skills;
Strong work ethic and ability and willingness to work under pressure;
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

Professional Skills

The Foundation expects all employees to possess the fundamental skills of interpersonal relationships, communication, accountability, continuous learning and achieving results. The ideal candidate will be proficient or advanced in the following skill sets specific to the officer level of this position:

Team Building – Team building is a person’s ability to inspire and foster team commitment, spirit, pride and confidence. He/she also facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to achieve group goals
Customer Service – Customer Service is a person’s ability to anticipate and meet the needs of internal and external customers. while providing high quality products and services and committing to continuous improvement
Decision-Making Capacity – Decision-making capacity is a person’s ability to make informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data is limited or solutions have unpleasant consequences. He or she will also perceive the impact and implications of decisions.

EGPAF provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to the requirements of federal law, the Foundation complies with applicable state and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment in each location where the Foundation maintains facilities.

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Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: COVID-19 Regional Technical Advisor

Job opening: 1

Location of Post: Douala

Type of Contract: Fixed-term contract

Duration of contract: 6 months

Reports to: EGPAF COVID-19 Project Country Lead

Application due: April 14, 2023

EGPAF Global TA Project Background

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), a recognized leader in the global effort to eliminate pediatric AIDS, is also one of the most successful international implementation organizations for pediatric, adolescent, youth, and adult HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs. Through support from the U.S. government as well as private and multilateral donors, EGPAF currently provides technical assistance (TA) at the health facility, community, district, and national levels in 19 countries to effectively support implementation, scale-up, and evaluation of HIV, TB and coronavirus disease (COVID-19) programs. EGPAF is able to provide high-impact, high-quality, innovative, contextually responsive TA across a wide range of areas including health system strengthening, strategic information and evaluation, operational research,community engagement, organizational development, innovation/emerging technical priorities, project management, and HIV/TB/COVID-19 service delivery. Recognizing the immediate threat of the COVID-19 pandemic on the communities it serves, EGPAF leveraged its core expertise in service delivery and capacity building to begin direct COVID-19 interventions in June 2020. EGPAF’s decades of experience in epidemic prevention and control as a technical leader in the global fight against HIV/AIDS has made the organization uniquely prepared to respond to pandemics. As of early 2022, EGPAF in close collaboration with MOH is providing direct COVID-19 interventions in SARS-COV-2 testing, COVID-19 treatment, vaccine roll-out, data management and surveillance Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, DRC, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa,Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.

For more information, please visit the EGPAF website: www.pedaids.org

Assignment Overview

The assignment presented will be implemented as part of the global cooperative agreement for the delivery of technical assistance (DELTA2), a five-year, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-funded cooperative agreement implemented by EGPAF. The purpose is to provide comprehensive, effective, and efficient TA, capacity building, and program implementation expertise for PEPFAR and Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB, and Malaria (GFATM)-supported global health activities.   Through this assignment, EGPAF DELTA2 will provide TA to the direct COVID-19 pandemic response, and towards mitigating the effects of COVID-19 on ongoing programs and service delivery in Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Malawi, Uganda, and Zimbabwe primarily through the identification and secondment of Technical Advisors to national and regional response efforts.

The objective of the Regional Technical Advisor Positions

The overall goal of this assignment is to provide technical support to Ministries of Health (MOH) and GFATM grantees in the supported country to achieve their C19RM activities and targets along the three broad areas including COVID-19 response, an adaptation of HIV and TB programs, and strengthening health and community systems. The proposed timeline for the assignment is September 1, 2022, through December 31, 2023. The Regional Technical Advisors will be placed specifically to address identified gaps, needs, and challenges in the pandemic response in Cameroon, and will work in close collaboration and coordination with MOHs and their stakeholders (IPs, PEPFAR, USAID, and CDC missions, etc.).

Summary of the Position

Under the supervision of the EGPAF COVID-19 Project Country Lead and in close collaboration and coordination with Public Heath PHEOCC/MOH, the Public Health regional delegation, other relevant partners and CDC Cameroon, the Regional Technical Advisors will provide technical support to strengthen the COVID-19 reporting and data management system in supported regions in order to improve monitoring of progress through core national indicators.

Key Roles and Responsibilities of the Regional Technical Advisors – based at the Regional Delegation of Public Health

In coordination with the incident management regional team and under the supervision of the Regional Delegate, the Regional Technical Advisors will:

Provide support to data processes/management systems and data quality audit and timely reporting to the district/regional levels;
Support elaboration/revision and dissemination of site/district and regional level documents (SOPs, job aids) for accurate data processes and management in the context of enhanced monitoring applied to COVID-19 response;
Support data collection and regular reporting of consistent information using M&E standards in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak;
Support proper implementation of data quality strategy to ensure data completeness, accuracy, and integrity;
Support proper implementation of data visualization and use strategy to help enhance timely COVID-19 surveillance;
Support regular reporting to the delegate and CCOUSP on COVID-19 response needs and progress against planned activities at the regional level;
Support the use of the DHIS2 and other COVID-19 data warehouses at facility, district, and regional levels;
Facilitate the organization and participate in regional technical working groups (TWGs) in COVID-19 national response;
Collaborate with the National Technical Advisor to overcome all COVID-19 health informatics and data management issues in the region;
Ensure deliverables are well planned and executed on time and on budget;
Provide support for any other activity assigned by supervisors, the Regional Delegate, Regional Incident Manager.

Qualifications

Master’s degree with a focus on Health informatics, Statistics, Master of Public Health, or another related field;
At least 3- 5 years experience in health informatics or an analytical role;
Experience leading projects and/or training multiple people preferred.

Experience and skills

Good understanding of data management practices including information lifecycle management and data modeling;
Good understanding of and development experience in EHR systems and eHealth;
Experience with DHIS2 is strongly preferred;
Good mastery of Power BI, Tableau, Stata, SPSS, and other data analysis and statistical software;
Good knowledge, understanding, and mastery of the Cameroon Health System is a major asset;
Significant experience in a management position in large health programs and/or providing technical assistance is highly recommended;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Very good command of Microsoft software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is mandatory;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – able to liaise with staff at all levels;
Experience in setting up / managing a data system will be an added value;
Language: Bilingual (French and English); however, fluency in French is a key requirement. In addition, the ability to write and coach in the other language is absolutely required;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and strong interpersonal communication skills;
Strong work ethic and ability and willingness to work under pressure;
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

Professional Competencies

The Foundation expects all employees to possess the core competencies of interpersonal, communication, accountability, continuous learning, and achieving results. The ideal candidate will be either proficient or advanced in the following skill set specific to the officer level of this position:

Team Building – team building is the ability of an individual to inspire and foster team commitment, spirit, pride, and confidence. He/she also facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to achieve group goals.
Customer Service – customer service is an individual’s ability to anticipate and meet the needs of internal and external customers while providing high-quality products and services and committing to continuous improvement.
Decision-Making Ability – decision-making ability is the ability of an individual to make informed,  effective, and timely decisions, even when data is limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences. He or she will also perceive the impact and implications of decisions.

EGPAF provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to the requirements of federal law, EGPAF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each location where the Foundation has facilities.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter

This position is subject to donor funding. NB: EGPAF does not charge a fee in the recruitment process.