The Regional Technical Officer, Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) provides technical expertise and supports the implementation of PMTCT, HIV-Exposed Infant (HEI), pediatric HIV and cervical cancer services under the EpiC Project in Mtwara, Tanzania. The role strengthens the delivery of evidence-based triple elimination services (HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B) for pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children, working closely with PMO-RALG, R/CHMTs, facility teams and implementing partners. The expected annual basic salary is TZS 52,000,000 - 65,000,000.
Responsibilities
- Support the planning, implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of PMTCT and Cervical Cancer Prevention (CECAP) interventions across supported regions.
- Provide technical guidance and support to facility and community teams to implement Triple Elimination interventions for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B in line with national guidelines.
- Provide technical guidance and support to regional teams on cervical cancer prevention in line with national guidelines and standards.
- Provide technical assistance to facilities to strengthen cervical cancer screening quality, treatment or referral of eligible clients, linkage to services and follow-up of clients with abnormal results.
- Strengthen referral and linkage systems across the PMTCT and cervical cancer continuum of care and minimize loss to follow-up.
- Monitor key PMTCT and CECAP indicators and track targets, coverage, service quality and outcomes at regional and facility levels.
- Provide technical oversight, mentorship, coaching and capacity strengthening to regional technical teams and healthcare workers.
- Collaborate with regional health management teams, implementing partners, communities and stakeholders to coordinate PMTCT and CECAP activities.
- Prepare technical reports, program updates, analytical briefs, presentations, success stories and best-practice documentation.
- Strengthen infection prevention and control and adherence to clinical and service-delivery standards across supported facilities.
- Ensure effective coordination, accountability and performance management of facility teams.
- Support routine program performance reviews, analyze trends, identify gaps and follow up corrective actions.
- Report program achievements, challenges, risks and corrective actions to senior management and stakeholders on time.
- Perform other related technical duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Nursing degree from a recognized institution or another health-related field, with current professional registration where applicable.
- A master's degree in public health (MPH) or international equivalent is an added advantage.
- Minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in PMTCT, pediatric HIV, Maternal and Child Health (MNCH) and/or HIV prevention, care and treatment programs, preferably within donor-funded programs.
- Proven experience working with R/CHMTs, health facility teams and implementing partners to achieve programmatic targets.
- Knowledge of PMTCT, Triple Elimination, pediatric HIV and cervical cancer prevention (CECAP), including national service delivery guidelines and quality standards.
- Knowledge of Tanzania MOH guidelines and reporting requirements for PMTCT and cervical cancer prevention programs.
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance and continuous quality improvement principles.
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
- PMTCT and Triple Elimination
- Cervical cancer prevention
- Mentorship and supportive supervision
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project management
- Microsoft Office Suite
Document Requirements
Application Instructions
- Submit an application letter, CV/resume, photocopies of certificates, and the names and contact details of three professional referees.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
