Regional HIV/STI Programme Coordinator (HPC/MO 4) - Regional Office

JOB PURPOSE

Under the general direction of the Regional Technical Director or designate, the incumbent will be responsible for planning, supervising and guiding the implementation of the STI/HIV programme in the region as well as providing technical support to the health departments, governmental and non-governmental organizations. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advising the Regional Technical Director or designate on specific Programme Development matters 
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Regional Technical Director to facilitate the management and monitoring of programme activities within the assigned health programme 
• Formulate a comprehensive annual work plan aligned with the Service Level Agreement and Strategic Business Plan for the HIV/STI Programme 
• Formulate/develop, prioritize, implement, monitor and evaluate policies and programmes across the Technical department 
• Provide assistance/support to develop, conduct, monitor and coordinate activities related to the strategic planning process of the Western Region 
• Provide professional and technical advice to various groups within the RHA
• Supervise the Regional staff associated with the programme assigned (e.g. Regional BCC Coordinator, Regional Contact Investigator) to ensure proper functioning of system for data collection and compilation 
• Provide logistical support in organizing and supporting planned training workshops as required by the WRHA Technical office 
• Perform any other related duties as assigned from time to time 

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Knowledge of STI/HIV epidemic 
• Knowledge of research techniques 
• Knowledge o Service Level Agreements 
• Well developed planning, organizing and decision making skills 
• Good time management skills 

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate from an accredited Medical School 
• Full registration by the Medical Council of Jamaica 
• Acceptable postgraduate degree in a medical specialty plus five (5) years progressive and responsible experience within the specialty 
• Signed Peer Approval 

Plus 

• Three (3) years experience at the supervisory level 
• Diploma/Certificate in Supervisory Management 
• Experience in Health Promotion 
• Diploma/Certificate in Project Management 

NB: ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED