| JOB TITLE: | TB/EID SPUTUM MOVEMENT CONSULTANT (SMC) |
| REPORTS TO: | STATE TECHNICAL OFFICER |
| DEPARTMENT: | PROGRAMMES AND OPERATIONS |
| ROLE RISK ASSESSMENT | HIGH RISK |
| LOCATION: | KEBBI STATE |
| TYPE | CONTRACT- ADHOC |
| DATE | 7/1/25 |
Job Summary:
The TB/EID Sample movement consultant will support general Public Private Mix (PPM) under the Global Fund Grant Cycle (GC7), community active TB case search as well as HIV early infant diagnosis implementation in the state with a special focus on sample referral to testing sites by sputum movers, as well as timely retrieval of results, and ensure adequate documentation and monitoring.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the State Program Officer to work with the State program in reviewing the existing molecular diagnostic sites (GeneXpert, Truenat, etc) mapping.
- Support the effectiveness and efficiency of sputum sample/EID referral in both public and private facilities in the state to designated GeneXpert sites and reference laboratories.
- Conduct routine monitoring and supervisory visits to ensure the effectiveness of sample referrals in their respective states.
- Collate and submit monthly sputum shipment data in the state to the state program officer.
- Review and submit verified Sputum/EID payment sheet monthly.
- Coordinate monthly harmonization of data between the Linkage coordinators/CBOs and the Local Government Tuberculosis and Leprosy Supervisor (LGTBLS)
- Support demand creation for Tuberculosis (TB) services at the community level
- Write and share monthly narrative reports on sample shipment.
- Routine review and validation of sample shipment reports by the linkage coordinators for their respective states.
- Facilitate prompt resolutions of downtimes at any designated molecular diagnostic site and re-direct or re-distribute sputum samples to nearby sites for prompt testing.
- Conduct any other task as may be assigned.
Personal Specification:
Qualifications and Skills:
| Criteria | Essential | Desirable |
| Qualification | HND or Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree will be an added advantage.1-2 years of relevant work experience with development agencies and foundations | Experience in the TB program is an added advantage. Must be a resident in Kebbi State |
| Knowledge | Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; approachable and good listener.Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work and the ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.Ability to manage official information confidentially.Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines. | Working Knowledge of Hausa is an added advantage |
| Personal Qualities | Committed Christian with good Christian testimony.Ability to take initiative.Honest and dedicated.Problem solver.S/He must be Flexible | Friendly and having the ability to lead being able to inspire the same in others. |
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their “Cover Letter and CV in a single file, saved with your name and job title” in Word format to: tlmnigeriarecruitment@gmail.com
Application Closing Date:
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025.
DISCLAIMER
“TLM-Nigeria has a zero-tolerance policy towards any abuse, neglect, and exploitation of all people. Successful candidates are expected to understand, sign and comply with all TLM-Nigeria safeguarding policies, including the TLM-Nigeria Safeguarding Code of Conduct’’