Technical Expert - HIV

• Develop and implement strategic plans for integration of EVTHS into CSC 2.0, aligned with NACO-approved guidelines.
• Design and oversee EVTHS program components ensuring elimination of vertical transmission of HIV and syphilis.
• Integrate EVTHS services into broader care and support, and maternal and child health programs through effective referrals and linkages.
• Strengthen systems for post-natal care for HIV-infected mothers and HIV-exposed infants, including Early Infant Diagnosis (EID).
• Design and implement community outreach programs to raise awareness on EVTHS and promote health-seeking behavior among pregnant women.
• Facilitate partnerships and collaborations with public and private ANC clinics, ART centers, and institutional delivery mechanisms.
• Identify technical assistance needs of Sub-Recipients (SRs) and Sub-Sub Recipients (SSRs) and coordinate provision of TA support.
• Organize and conduct trainings, workshops, and refresher courses on EVTHS, HIV, syphilis, and STI prevention using updated national curriculum and protocols.
• Build capacities of SR/SSR teams and stakeholders through continuous sensitization and awareness sessions on EVTHS and care, support, and treatment (CST) integration.
• Provide supportive supervision and on-site support to SRs/SSRs to enhance quality, coverage, and impact of EVTHS services.
• Establish robust data collection, analysis, and reporting systems for tracking EVTHS program performance.
• Review M&E analyses to identify programmatic gaps and translate findings into actionable strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and provide periodic feedback to project teams.
• Conduct internal program monitoring, participate in reviews, and prepare monthly and quarterly progress reports.
• Document lessons learned, success stories, innovations, and best practices for cross-learning among implementing partners.
• Ensure effective coordination with SRs/SSRs, development partners, and community-based organizations for synergy building.
• Advocate for policies and resource mobilization to support EVTHS initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to organizational work plans, quality standards, and timelines for deliverables.
• Undertake other responsibilities not outlined above, which are commensurate with a role of this nature in the not-for-profit sector, which have been discussed and agreed upon between the line manager and the position holder.

      MBBS with master’s degree in public health or equivalent with 12-15 years of experience. 

Desirable Experience

• Experience in HIV/EVTHS program including clinical management of HIV and STI, Antiretroviral Therapy preferred. Knowledge of Elimination of Vertical Transmission of HIV and Syphilis would be an added advantage
• Strong technical, analytical and clinical knowledge and skills
• Ability to work independently and multi-task with minimal supervision and able to travel in short notice

IT Skills:

• Proficient in computer skill in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to collect, consolidate inputs from team members and consolidate project performance in various reports
• Prepare small briefs and success stories for various IT platforms

Coordination with stakeholders:

• Able to coordinate and communicate with diverse teams and maintain positive working relationships
• Planning and executing time-bound activities- meetings, trainings, reviews and discussions
• Represent HLFPPT on diverse platforms including NACO, SACS and other officials’ meetings

Language:

• Proficiency in English and Hindi language