Company Description
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS. Join us in our fight for an AIDS-free generation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Job Description
How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Technical Officer, Clinical Service Improvement and Science (TO-CSIS) will work in the Program Department under the Director of Public Health Evaluation to advance the Foundation goals of advancing quality of clinical service that enhances prevention, care and treatment in women, children and families living with HIV, with the goal of eliminating pediatric HIV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He\/She will be responsible for the development of evaluation concept notes, design and implementation of improvement science concept notes and implementation science protocols. He\/She will work in close collaboration with Technical Services and Strategic Information and Evaluation teams in Cameroun, technical staff at HQ to design and conduct research studies relevant to EGPAF program and technical needs and priorities. Under the supervision of the Director of Public Health Evaluation, the TO-CSIS, will contribute to capacity building through supervision, training and mentoring of clinical staffs at facility level as well as junior evaluation staff, and will regularly communicate with local and US-based investigators on the progress of evaluation concept note and conduct of research studies when applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect in this role?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Responsabilities and Accountabilities<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Develop evaluation protocols to assess key outcomes of EGPAF\u2019s HIV prevention, care and treatment programs in Cameroun.
Draft and revise data collection tools, SOPs and other study related documents and coordinate the initial and periodic review of all study tools and SOPs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Coordinate and administer program evaluation and assessment in accordance with approved protocols; including providing oversight and direct supervision of evaluation study staff training, data collection, data cleaning, storage and implementation of relevant SOPs.
Liaise with relevant District Technical Advisors (DTAs) and other EGPAF staff at evaluation sites for successful implementation of the evaluations, as well as, develop and maintain partnerships and networks with other District and Health Facility managers in EGPAF evaluation study districts\/sites to ensure smooth project implementation.
Develop and maintain regular communication and collaboration with local and international investigators, the Cameroun Ministry of Health, and sponsor institutions, with the aim of providing timely updates to all relevant stakeholders
Periodically conduct internal evaluation study monitoring and auditing of evaluation study documentation to ensure compliance of the data collectors to the evaluation protocol, SOPs and regulatory requirements, and make appropriate recommendations to the Director of Public Health Evaluations on the status of the evaluation.
Participate in capacity building by mentoring and teaching other junior staff important aspects of evaluations, including development of staff skills on writing research protocols, abstracts and manuscripts for publication.
Review, analyze, interpret evaluation data and disseminate findings through publication in international journals and presentation of abstracts in national and international scientific meetings in line with EGPAF policies and donor requirements
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Public Health Evaluations
Qualifications
Required Qualifications<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Doctorate degree in Medicine, pharmacy, dental or any other equivalent field
Master\u2019s degree in public health or Epidemiology
Minimum three years\u2019 experience in research implementation, public health evaluation, HIV clinical service improvement or implementation sciences.
Publication of at least one manuscript as first author in scientific journal will be highly appreciated<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Abstract accepted as first author and presented in international conference is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while working as part of a team.
Computer competency including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Excellent scientific writing skills
Excellent communication skills
Key Competencies Required by EGPAF for This Position
Strong ethics and integrity;
Customer Service \u2013 The ability to anticipate and meet the needs of internal and external customers while delivering high-quality products and services and committing to continuous improvement;
Additional Information
This position is exclusively open to national candidates and will be filled under a consultancy contract.
Qualified candidates should submit a CV and cover letter by 4 June 2026 at the latest.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n