(Senior) Technical Officer (FHI 360)

About

The Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project is a five-year, global project focused on HIV, COVID-19, and combatting trafficking in persons using funding from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief and the United States Agency for International Development. EpiC is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Vietnamese candidate for a 6-month temporary position as (Senior) Technical Officer, HIV Treatment Team, based in Ho Chi Minh City.

Main responsibilities

Technical Leadership

Provide technical assistance through onsite mentoring, virtual coaching, and data review to ensure quality HIV treatment for clients in project-supported HIV facilities
Develop and deliver trainings, job aids, and technical materials that optimize HIV treatment outcomes
Collaborate with provincial officials and other team members to monitor programs across the HIV cascade from prevention through treatment including addressing performance gaps, adapting to client feedback, and integrating emerging global guidance and innovations
Support the development of manuscripts, presentations, and other knowledge products promoting successes, lessons learned, and knowledge gained to advance the global HIV response

Project Management

Build and maintain effective partnerships within the project and with partners
Monitor performance against clinical outcomes included in project subawards
Work closely within and across teams to ensure integrated programming
Represent EpiC in relevant strategic meetings and events at the national and international level including with the Vietnam Administration of HIV/AIDS Control and USAID
Provide administrative assistance when required
Other duties as assigned

Experience and abilities for the position

Medical doctor or advanced degree in public health
Experience working in HIV/AIDS field, specifically in care and treatment and knowledge of the Vietnamese health system
Good understanding of international donors (PEPFAR, USAID, Global Fund, etc.) preferred
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Vietnamese
Willingness to learn
Ability to travel as needed

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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