NLR is a Dutch NGO that is committed to creating a world free of the suffering caused by leprosy and disability. For some forty years NLR has a branch in Nigeria. NLR plays an important role in theexecution of the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Program in 13 Northern States of Nigeria. The office is located in Rayfield, Jos Plateau State.
NLR Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic, committed and inspiring colleague to fill the position of:
MEDICAL ADVISOR I
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical support to and participate in the preparation of annual plans of action and budgets of TB and Leprosy control programmes;
Participate in the formulation of policies, regulations and technical guidelines related to TB and Leprosy control programme in close coordination with relevant authorities;
Provide technical support: design and implement trainings for relevant stakeholders, participate in (NLR) research;
Ensure that Leprosy control activities including prevention of disability (POD) are properly carried out at State, LGA and projects levels in the country according to the set objectives;
Visit the NLR supported control programmes or supportive supervision, on-the-job training and practical advice;
To supervise the implementation of the planned activities, to evaluate and report findings to the Medical Advisor-Coordinator.
COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCES:
University Degree in Medical Sciences
Postgraduate degree in Public Health and/or Management Sciences
At least five years’ relevant experience
Team player, Analytical, Good Communication skills, Good reporting skills, Organisational sensitivity, Good leadership skills, Cooperation, Hands on mentality, Planning and organizing, Computer skills
MEDICAL ADVISOR II
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate – in close cooperation with the Country Director – an interdisciplinary team that will work on major trajectories in the elaboration of core thematic areas in Leprosy control and rehabilitation, disability inclusive development, lobbying and advocacy, (institutional) fundraising, NLR involvement in neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) programmes, etc.
Participate in and perform duties as Medical Advisor I.
COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCES:
University Degree in Medical Sciences
Postgraduate degree in Public Health and/or Management Sciences
At least five years’ relevant experience
Team player, Analytical, Good Communication skills, Good reporting skills, Organisational sensitivity, Good leadership skills, Cooperation, Hands on mentality, Planning and organizing, Computer skills
TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to submit their APPLICATION LETTER CLEARLY STATING THEIR MOTIVATION TO WORK FOR NLR NIGERIA AND PROVIDING DETAILS ON HER/HIS SUITABILITY TO FILL THIS POSITION. The application and CV should be send by e-mail to: lex.merlijn@nlrnigeria.orgbefore 1 February, 2016. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. A detailed job-description can be requested using this email address.
In case of equal suitability of candidates, preference will be given to a female candidate. Persons with disabilities are particularly invited to apply.
DUE DATE: 1 February, 2016
Netherland Leprosy Relief Job Vacancies, Wednesday 16, December 2015
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