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, and we are making an impact.

We are a proven leader in the global fight to end HIV and AIDS, and an advocate for every child to live a full and healthy life into adulthood. For more than 30 years, EGPAF has been a leader in meeting urgent needs in pediatric HIV and AIDS in the world’s most affected regions. We carry out our values of passion, innovation, teamwork, leadership, integrity, excellence and equity every day, while maximizing our impact in the communities we serve. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation!

Title: Program Evaluation Officer
Reports To: Public Health Evaluation (PHE) Associate Director
Location: Kinshasa
Contract duration: Initially for 6 months with the possibility of renewal depending on funding

How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?

Under the supervision of the Public Health Evaluation Associate Director, the Program Evaluation Officer will coordinate and administers program assessment associated activities under the SCS and other projects implented by EGPAF. S/he will coordinate research subjects, as appropriate, serve as the principal administrative liaison for the project and assists in project planning. S/He will also ensure that pre-established work scope, study protocol, and regulatory requirements are followed.

No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect as a Financial Analyst?

• Coordinate program assessment participants as appropriate to specific objectives and work scope.
• Ensures the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of program assessment and data collection activities
• Monitors the progress of program assessment activities; develops and maintains records of assessment activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required.
• Plans, implements, and maintains data collection and analysis systems in support of program assessment protocol
• Supervises and coordinates the provision of support services to investigators.
• To implement quality control process throughout the conduct of program assessment
• Provide monthly updates to the Public Health Evaluation Associate Director on progress and issues that impact implementation and recommend appropriate action
•  Work in a professional manner and maintain good relationships with program staff and the District Health Team (DHT).
• Participate in developing and reviewing data collection instruments for research and evaluation activities in line with the requirements of approved proposals/protocols
• Where appropriate, assist in the supervision and training of field staff assigned to collect data
• Closely follow up on data collectors to ensure that ethical consideration is adhered to.
• Participate in developing and/or reviewing research data collection tools including translation of these tools in local language according to the established protocol
• Support collection, sorting and arranging raw or semi-processed data from the field (study sites), registry books and also find the commonly made errors in line with protocol and SOPs as well as coach the data collectors as the need may arise
• Work closely with research data Officer to assist in developing and maintaining of an up-to-date database of researches at EGPAF-DRC
• To undertake housekeeping responsibilities, the nature of which will be discussed and agreed by the PI/co-investigators, but which may need to be changed from time to time in the course of different research projects.
• Ensure various IRB letters of approvals are filed and safely kept
• Work with the study team to ensure timely recruitment and accrual of the study
• Make initiatives and original contributions to the research program wherever possible in a manner conducive to the success of the research program.
• Maintenance of accurate files and records, both computerized and manual
• Orient and make certain that all the data collectors Study team members have undergone appropriate ethics research trainings and their certificates are safely kept
• Attend site study meetings with research team and investigators as required
• Ensure all finished files/records (after they have been entered) are returned to records room/ properly labeled cabins
• Supervise Program Assessment Field assessment
• Perform other duties as required by the Public Health Evaluation Associate Director.    

To be successful, you will have…

Selection Criteria Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• MD, PhD or Degree in Nursing sciences
• Registration with the DRC MD/Nursing Council as a Nurse
• Must have at least 3 years clinical working experience with HIV/AIDS organization
• Postgraduate qualification in HIV/AIDS with expertise in HIV care and treatment would be an added advantage

Bonus points if you have…

• Adequate professional formation to fulfill the demanded tasks
• Non judgmental attitudes, humanitarian values and ethics are absolute preconditions
•  Minimum of one-year clinical research experience and program coordination.
• Exceptional program coordination and management skills
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English is a clear asset.
• Good report writing
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of a team.
• Energetic, independent and self-motivated
• Computer Competency including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and
• Powerpoint.
• Excellent communication skills

How to apply

Please click on the link below no later than August 11th,  2023  if you are interested with the position and if you have skills required. Please click on the link below to redirect to EGPAF recruitment website.

https://phe.tbe.taleo.net/phe02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=PEDAIDS&cws=46&rid=3046

Recruitment for this position is reserved for people living in Kinshasa only. Selected candidates must be able to take the tests and/or the interviews by physically presenting themselves at our office in Kinshasa if the panel requests it. As recruitment is done locally in Kinshasa and its surroundings, any successful candidate who lives outside the place of recruitment will travel at his own expense to reach the workplace.

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As a global, multinational and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. The Foundation is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B), and we strongly encourage those with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, women and non-binary, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other members of marginalized communities.

EGPAF provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, EGPAF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee at any stage of recruitment, please contact fraud@pedaids.org.