Career Opportunity: State Technical Officer – Integrated TB/HIV Project at Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH)

Location: Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

The Impact of This Role

In the fight against infectious diseases, data-driven technical leadership is the difference between a failing intervention and a life-saving success. At ARFH, the State Technical Officer serves as a vital link in the integrated TB/HIV and Clinical Private Sector Partnership (CPPM) framework, ensuring that health systems in Nasarawa remain robust and responsive. By bridging the gap between field-level implementation and high-level reporting, this role directly strengthens Nigeria’s ability to curb the dual burden of Tuberculosis and HIV, ultimately improving survival rates and community health outcomes.

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned public health professional to provide expert technical oversight and monitoring for our integrated TB/HIV project in Nasarawa State. The successful candidate will lead data management initiatives, conduct rigorous field-level supervision, and ensure that all programmatic activities align with both national health guidelines and international donor standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Strategic Monitoring: Lead the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework for the integrated TB/HIV and CPPM project, ensuring all activities meet established benchmarks.
• Compliance Management: Verify that project implementation adheres strictly to approved work plans, donor reporting standards, and programmatic requirements.
• Gap Analysis: Proactively identify service delivery gaps through data reviews and field assessments, coordinating with the management team to implement swift corrective actions.

Data Management & Field Supervision

• Data Integrity: Support field officers in the accurate collection, management, and reporting of key performance indicators in accordance with national and donor protocols.
• Supportive Supervision: Conduct routine site visits to healthcare facilities, performing intensive data validation and verification using standardized checklists.
• Information Systems: Oversee the maintenance of project databases, training records, and programmatic progress updates to ensure real-time documentation of achievements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Documentation

• External Representation: Represent the organization at state-level stakeholder forums, delivering professional presentations on program milestones and deliverables.
• Knowledge Management: Facilitate the development of high-quality quarterly reports, fact sheets, journal publications, and compelling human-interest success stories.
• Government Collaboration: Provide technical assistance to the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) and other government bodies during national health surveys and evaluations.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Educational Background: A University Degree in Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacy, Statistics, Demography, or the Social Sciences. A Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) is highly desirable.
• Core Experience: A minimum of 5 years of active experience in HIV/AIDS, TB, or Malaria programming within a developing country context.
• Donor Familiarity: Proven experience working on projects funded by the Global Fund, USAID, or other major international development partners.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in health information systems, data validation techniques, and the use of M&E tools.
• Communication: Exceptional presentation and report-writing skills, with the ability to articulate complex health data to diverse audiences.

About the Organization

Founded in 1989 by visionary leaders in Nigerian medicine, the Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is a premier indigenous non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life for families nationwide. For over three decades, we have pioneered impactful programs in reproductive health, nutrition, and infectious disease control across every state in Nigeria. As a trusted partner to both the Nigerian government and international donors, ARFH remains at the forefront of advocacy and service delivery for maternal and child health. We pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, indigenous ownership, and an unwavering commitment to health equity for all.

Why Apply? (Benefits & Expectations)

• Leadership Opportunity: Take a front-seat role in managing a critical public health project in Nasarawa.
• Professional Growth: Work with a leading indigenous NGO with a 30-year track record of excellence.
• Inclusive Culture: Join an organization that values gender equity and child safeguarding.
• Salary Expectations: Competitive (aligned with senior technical roles in the Nigerian NGO sector).

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please follow both steps below:

1. Online Portal: Click here to apply via the official application link
2. Email Submission: Send a comprehensive CV and a tailored Cover Letter as one single attachment (MS Word format) to: [email protected]

• Email Subject: Use exactly the Job Title (State Technical Officer, Integrated TB/HIV Project) as the subject line.
• Requirements: Ensure your application includes three professional referees with functional contact details.

Important Notes:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via their provided functional emails/phone numbers.
• Eligible female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• ARFH operates with a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and maintains strict child safeguarding policies.

Tips for Applicants

1. Focus on Integration: The key to this role is the integration of TB and HIV. In your cover letter, highlight any specific experience you have managing co-infection cases or integrated health data.
2. Highlight M&E Success: Be specific about your experience with “Data Verification.” Mentioning familiarity with national health checklists or Global Fund reporting cycles will set you apart.
3. Strict Compliance: Ensure your email application is exactly one file. Multiple attachments are a common reason for automatic disqualification in high-volume recruitments.