Clinical Advisor - Pediatric HIV at Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is recruiting for the Position of:

Job Title: Clinical Advisor - Pediatric HIV

Job ID: 13-6976
Location: NG-Abuja

Overall Responsibilities
The Pediatric Advisor will provide technical leadership and support in the planning and implementation of pediatric HIV services under the MSH ProACT project in collaboration with the Ministry of Health. He/she will supervise field based clinical teams and will report to the Deputy Project Director. In addition he/she will be responsible for the planning, coordination and providing overall strategic direction for the Pediatric HIV Care and Treatment programming as well as providing strong leadership to a multidisciplinary team of clinicians working in supported health facilities.

Management responsibility
Spearheading the strategic design and implementation of Pediatric HIV services under the ProACT project in Nigeria and this will also include integrating pediatric HIV services within existing MNCH services in supported health facilities Member of the Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance

Specific Responsibilities
Provides technical guidance and clinical expertise in the provision of ProACT project pediatric HIV care and treatment services Work closely with the technical unit to provide technical assistance to partners and guide the development of innovative pediatric initiatives of partners to support facility level program operations including pediatric HIV testing, care and treatment of HIV infected infants, children and adolescents. Provide technical assistance in the training and supportive supervision of site clinicians providing pediatric palliative care, antiretroviral treatment, counseling and adherence support. Provide on-going technical support and supervision to field based clinical teams who will in turn provide technical support to facilities in the implementation of pediatric activities. Participate in the PMTCT/Pediatric technical working group meetings hosted by the Ministry of health, National AIDS and STI Control Program (NASCP) Develop a standard package of Pediatric HIV care services and ensure its implementation in MSH supported facilities. Liaise and network with relevant ProACT partners and collaborators to improve MSH’s visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda for pediatric HIV. Take responsibility for monitoring, evaluation and reporting of pediatric care and treatment services within the project PMP framework Provide clear documentation of programmatic achievements and keep MSH ProACT senior management informed on monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Work with ProACT senior management to document and publish best practices.

Accountability:
Supervision: Works independently with authority from the Project Director, within strategy and policy guidelines.
Decision Making: Makes decisions with regards to work responsibilities and is accountable for them.
Responsibility over data or information: Has access to information within project, and is responsible for guiding pediatric program data generation and management.

Qualifications Medical Degree (MD) and appropriate licenses and registration with the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council Specialist degree in Pediatrics with a graduate degree in public health preferred. At least 5 years experience in clinical management of pediatrics HIV cases would be a distinct advantage. At least 5 years experience with PMTCT, HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID, CDC and international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred. Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature in PMTCT/pediatric HIV/AIDS treatment. Experience in developing country health care programs. Excellent oral and written communication skills and fluency in English. Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action; Strong working competency in computer applications to carry out management and statistical analysis required;

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2013

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Trainee in Orthopaedic Surgery at Cedarcrest Hospitals

Cedarcrest Hospitals has recently been granted accreditation by the West African College of Surgeons to undertake approved training in Orthopaedic Surgery. To this end, the hospital hereby requests applications from suitably qualified medical doctors for three and six month rotation as trainees in orthopaedic surgery. This hospital is located in the heart of the federal capital and is a foremost centre for modem image guided orthopaedic surgery and traumatology.

Job Title: Trainee in Orthopaedic Surgery

Location: Abuja

Trainees will be expected to participate in the surgical management of patients in all subspecialties and work with internationally trained orthopaedic surgeons. They will be exposed to the following procedures:

1.) Trauma Closed antegrade and retrograde C-arm guided locked nailing of fractures of the femur, tibia and humerus Closed proximal femoral nailing Open reduction and internal fixation of tibial plateau fractures Closed C-arm guided titanium elastic nailing of paediatric fractures involving the femur, tibia, humerus, radius and ulna Image intensifier guided closed reduction and K wire fixation of fractures 35mm DCP, LCDCP and LCP plating of fractures of the distal humerus, forearm and ankle with image guidance ‘External fixation of long bone and pelvic fractures Mini external fixation of wrist fractures Cannulated screw fracture fixation under image control Spine fracture fixation including anterior cervical plating and lumbar pedicle screw fixation.

2.) Shoulder and Upper Limb Subacromial decompression Rotator cuff repair Bankart’s repair Acromioclavicular joint excision

3.) Spine Cervical spine operations for myelopathy Anterior and posterior approaches to subaxiat spine C1/C2 fixations and decompressions 360 degrees fracture fixations Thoracic and lumbar fixations using cages and pedicle screws Spinal decompression for spondylopathy Interlaminar decompressions and foraminotomies Lumbar discectomies Spinal tumour and Infections management

4.) Hip and Knee Total hip replacement Bipolar hemiarthroplasty Core decompression for femoral head avascular necrosis Hip arthrotomies Total knee replacement Knee arthrotomies Pen articular (hip and knee) image guided osleotomies

5.) Arthroscopy and sports medicine Knee diagnostic arthroscopy Arthroscopic meniscectomy ACL reconstruction Knee debridement Shoulder diagnostic arthroscopy Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and subacromial decompression

6.) Foot and ankle Surgical procedures for planovalgus and cavovarus feet Hind foot and ankle arthrodesis Triple fusion and ankle arthrodesis Ankle arthroscopy

7.) Paediatric Orthopaedics & Deformity Correction Ilizarov lower limb deformity correction Ilizarov limb lengthening Linear rail distraction limb lengthening

8.) General Orthopaedics Staged non union surgeries including antibiotic bead placement Conservative management of low back pain Intralesional injections with or without C arm controlIn addition to the core orthopaedic areas above, trainees will also be exposed to neurosurgicat and plastic surgical procedures as follows:

Trainees will be provided accommodation and a stipend for the period of the training.

Requirements
Interested Applicants Must be fully registered medical practitioners Must have commenced postgraduate training in orthopaedic surgery in a post graduate college approved institution Must have passed the Part 1 Fellowship Examination Must possess an NYSC discharge certificate, or valid exemption as the case may be.

Application Closing Date
9th October, 2013

Method of Application
To apply, send a detailed curriculum vitae with an application letter titled “Application for Post of Trainee in Orthopaedic Surgery” to: siddiq.salawu@cedarcresthospitals.com OR info@cedarcresthospitals.com  Applications should be addressed to The Director of Residency Training, Cedarcrest Hospitals, P.O Box 10517 Abuja. Applicants should indicate whether they are interested in the three month or six month training period.

Medical Directors at National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Medical Doctors for the post of Medical Director at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu.

Job Title: Medical Director

Location: Enugu

Job Description The Medical Director is the Chief Accounting Officer of the Hospital and is charged with the responsibility of executing policies and matters affecting the day-to-day management of the Hospital. He/She is accountable to the Board of Management and the Honourable Minister of Health.

Qualifications and Requirements: Candidate must be duly registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), be of proven good character and possess current practicing license. Postgraduate Fellowship from the Nigerian Postgraduate Medical College or West African College of Surgeons and/or its equivalent. Experience as a Consultant of not less than 5 years post-qualification in the relevant field. Qualification and Experience in Administration/Management would be an added advantage

.Conditions of Service: The condition of service is the same as obtainable in the Teaching/Specialist Hospitals in the country.

Application Closing Date
1st November, 2013

Method of Application
Interested Candidates must submit 15 (fifteen) copies of their applications, curriculum vitae, references from 3 (three) referees and all relevant credentials in a sealed bag envelope marked at the top left corner "Application for Medical Director" and addressed to:

The Head of Administration
National Orthopaedic Hospital,
P. M. B 01294,
Enugu.

Note: All completed applications should be submitted to the designated office not later than close of work on 1st November, 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.