District Technical Advisor
Location of Position: Maseru , Lesotho
Company Description
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is a USA based Organization with public health programs around the World. It creates a future of hope for children and families worldwide by eradicating pediatric AIDS, providing care and treatment for people with HIV and AIDS, and accelerating the discovery of new treatments for other serious and life-threatening pediatric illnesses. EGPAF`s work is funded through private donations, PEPFAR via Centres for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), etc.
Job Description:
• Serves as District Technical Advisor and team lead for EGPAF program implementation at district level
• Maintains a functional cohesive team and leads EGPAF consortium partners to support optimal service delivery
• Serves as the Foundation’s interface with District Health Authorities and coordinates with all key stakeholders within the districts
• Provides technical assistance through training, mentoring, coaching, supportive supervision at public health facilities to ensure optimal HIV/TB care & treatment including related co-morbidities services
• Provides direct clinical care to clients with complicated cases as needed
• Responsible for district program reports to the EGPAF projects & technical leadership
Qualifications:
• MD, MBBS, MBChB,
• Master of Public Health; Master of Sciences or equivalent degree or experience is an added advantage.
Additional Information:
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in public health program implementation, preferably in HIV, TB, MNCH, or health systems strengthening at district or facility level.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical support and mentorship to healthcare workers and facility teams in clinical or community-based settings.
• Proven ability to work with District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) and coordinate multisectoral stakeholders at the sub-national level.
• Strong understanding of national health policies, guidelines, and decentralized health systems in Lesotho or similar contexts.
• Experience in planning, conducting, and reporting on supportive supervision and mentorship visits.
As a global, multinational, and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.
The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee, please contact our hotline by phone (US: dial toll free 888-225-1429; all other countries: collect 770-776-5674), or online (www.reportlineweb.com/pedaids).
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