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The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Job Title	Software Developer Officer
Job Location	Abuja

Opening Date: 3^rd February 2022
Closing Date: 17^th February 2022

Job Description

Software Developer Officer will oversee designing, testing, and implementing new and updated software programs. Their duties include optimizing software application performance, installing updates, and performing debugging procedures.

In this role, your duties will include reporting to our unit head, collaborating with colleagues, and performing successful technical support.

Software Developer Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other computer specialists to create optimum software.
• Recommend software upgrades for existing programs and systems.
• Analyze users’ needs, design, test, and develop software to meet those needs.
• Document every aspect of the application or system as a reference for future maintenance and upgrades.
• Ensure that the software continues to function normally through software maintenance and testing.
• Design each piece of the application or system.
• Preparing reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status.
• Evaluate software-hardware interfaces and develop specifications and performance requirements.
• Conferring with project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities.

Software Developer Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, information technology, information systems, computer engineering, or similar.
• Database experience.
• Advanced knowledge of front-end and back-end programming languages, such as C++, JavaScript, Python, and Ruby.
• Ability to manage code migration, document configuration changes, and monitor performance.
• Exceptional ability to provide front-end support to internal departments and web-based clients.
• Advanced proficiency in determining the causes of application errors and repairing them.
• Knowledge of Advanced Encryption Standards (AES).
• Ability to keep up with innovation in application design.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Knowledge of the software development life-cycle.
• The desire to work in fast-paced environment.
• Experience working on a variety of software development projects.
• Deep programming language knowledge.
• Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.
• Must be a full-stack developer and understand concepts of software engineering.
• Knowledge in Sage 300 and its third party products will be a plus.
• Method of Application
• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resourcesthrough this email address: [email protected]
• Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The IT technician delivers IT support to the end user in a centrally coordinated structure.  Diagnose or escalate repair and maintenance of hardware and software components via SysAid helpdesk. Install and configure computer hardware and provide IT support for the end user. Installing, configuring and supporting laptops, desktops, tablet, mobile phones, and printers.

Job Title	IT Technician
Job Location	Abuja

Opening Date: 3^rd February 2022
Closing Date: 17^th February 2022

Job description & SOW

• Maintaining working components through repair or replacement.
• Assisting call-ins or live chat with technical difficulties.
• Set up workstations with computers and necessary peripheral devices (routers, printers etc.)
• Check computer hardware (HDD, mousses, keyboards etc.) to ensure functionality.
• Install and configure appropriate software and functions according to specifications
• Develop and maintain local networks in ways that optimize performance
• Ensure security and privacy of networks and computer systems
• Provide orientation and guidance to users on how to operate new software and computer equipment
• Organize and schedule upgrades and maintenance without deterring others from completing their work
• Perform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve problems (repair or replace parts, debugging etc.)
• Maintain records/logs of repairs and fixes and maintenance schedule
• Identify computer or network equipment shortages and place orders
• Maintain records of maintenance of printers and computers and supervise vendors’ maintenance schedule and appointments.
• Interpret problem and determine the best way to resolve it using critical thinking.
• Communicating with clients, supervisors and staff helps everyone to understand the problem and potential solutions. Clearly stating the situation, following through with emails and phone calls and sharing resolutions and making smooth process flow.
• Ability to stay focused on the objective.

Qualification:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience required
• 1 – 3 years of IT technician, user support, or system technician experience
• A+, Network +, CCNA certification are added advantage.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Information Security Specialist delivers Develop plans to safeguard computer files against unauthorized modification, destruction or disclosure. Maintain enterprise safe cyberspace, Choose, implement, monitor and upgrade computer anti-virus and malware protection systems. Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information during transmission.

Job Title	Information Security Specialist
Job Location	Abuja

Opening Date: 3^rd February 2022
Closing Date: 17^th February 2022

Job description & SOW

• Support the development and maintenance of information security roadmap covering all cyber security domains including defense-in-depth, network security, identity and access management, cloud security, data security, application security, cyber security analytics, endpoint security, and compliance.
• Actively monitor, review, and respond to alerts from various information security platforms and tools.
• Monitor & track regulatory and industry developments around cyber security and privacy.
• Respond to information security incidents through participation on the internal Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT).
• Perform risk assessments and work with stakeholders to implement measures to mitigate risk.
• Monitor systems for vulnerabilities and provide prioritization and guidance for remediation.
• Implement and maintain information security platforms and tools within the organizational infrastructure.
• Work with existing infrastructure and application teams to operationalize, enforce, and track compliance with information security policies.
• Develop and lead the information security awareness program.
• Perform control gap analysis against existing control framework and recommend / track remediation activities.
• Maintain the information security risk register and exception management process.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Support the vendor risk assessment process to highlight risks and compensating controls for both new and existing vendors.
• Drive and support information security culture, values, and best practices throughout the organization.
• Keep up to date with trends and developments in information security and risk management.

Qualification:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 7+ years of broad IT experience with a minimum of 5 years focused on information security.
• Experience working in multiple security domains (Security and Risk Management, Security Operations, Communications and Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Management, etc.).
• Ability to manage and execute multiple work streams and initiatives in parallel.
• Technical or architectural experience with cloud solutions is considered an asset.
• Experience with cyber security risk management including conducting risk assessments, developing risk mitigation recommendations, and reporting.
• Knowledge of Security Governance, Risk and Compliance, and security audit practices.
• Understanding of Information Security standards and IT frameworks (ISO27000, NIST, CoBIT, ITIL, etc.).
• Industry related certifications (including Security+, CISM, CCSP, CISSP, GIAC, CRISC, CEH, OSCP) are considered an asset.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Job Title	Applications Support Assistant
Job Location	Abuja

Opening Date: 3^rd February 2022
Closing Date: 17^th February 2022

Job Description

Applications support assistant provides technical support for technology domain environments including but not limited to cloud, middleware, operating systems, and applications. In this role, the assistant will assist with performing application enhancements and steady-state support, along with handling analysis, design, programming, debugging, unit testing and system support. Effective resources are highly motivated and organized self-starters with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced technical team oriented environment, engaging with application teams, staff and Applications support officers.

Successful applicants will also have the opportunity to work with internet and intranet applications on one or more platforms, which requires leveraging experience with, database skills, plus Java or .NET Core.

Applications Support Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

• Gathering and triaging cases that require attending to.
• Scheduling time to meet with employees, service providers, and other stakeholders to service IT-related equipment.
• Installing mandatory updates before existing applications become outdated or obsolete.
• Submitting purchase requests and monitoring your expenditure.
• Walking employees through applications to promote computer literacy and self-sufficiency.
• Configuring personal computers and portable internet gadgets.
• Monitoring web applications and portals.
• Utilizing programming tools to write scripts.
• Performing web security activities and participating in security planning.
• Delivering major/minor security fixes and vulnerability remediation as required.

Applications Support Assistant Requirements / Skills / Qualifications

• Degree in Information Systems or adjacent discipline.
• Demonstrable experience as an Applications Support Assistant.
• Database experience.
• Additional, relevant certification is highly advantageous.
• Systematic, precise, and emotionally intelligent.
• Ability to train staff in basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Eager about IT plus its business and societal applications.
• Knowledgeable about recent innovations in IT.
• Unmatched administrative, triaging, and time management abilities.
• Knowledge in Sage 300 and its third party products will be a plus.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria is one of seven African research hubs for the new National Institutes of Health (NIH) five-year program, Harnessing Data Science for Health Discovery and Innovation in Africa (DS-I Africa). In addition to the seven research hubs, the NIH DS-I Africa initiative also awarded five research training grants, four ethics program awards, and an open data science platform and coordinating center awards. The investigators of all 17 awards will all work together within the DS-I Africa consortium to promote the use of data science for innovation and discovery in Africa.

Building on existing data, researchers of the IHVN research hub for INFORM Africa will establish data streams from public and private sectors to understand the multilayer interactions that may explain the dynamics and impact of the COVID- 19 pandemic, through three proposed research projects and two cores:  the Data Management and Analysis Core to support management and analysis of both pre-existing data and new data produced through the Hub, and an Administrative Core.  By utilizing large datasets on HIV and SARS-CoV-2 from Nigeria and South Africa, two of Africa’s largest and most affected countries, INFORM Africa will be able to provide novel insights on the epidemiology of both viruses as well as their impact on each other, to create a core capability for governments across Africa to better respond to both these concurrent epidemics as well as future epidemics.

Job title	Program Manager/Coordinator
Location	International Research Center of Excellence, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria
Project	Inform Africa (Role of Data Streams In Informing Infection Dynamics in Africa), one of the seven research hubs grant award of the new National Institutes of Health five-year program, Harnessing Data Science for Health Discovery and Innovation in Africa (DS-I Africa)

Opening date: 20^th January, 2022
Closing date: 3^rd February, 2022

Job purpose

The Program Manager/Coordinator will work under the direction of the overall INFORM Africa Principal Investigator (PI) and in close collaboration with the INFORM Africa multiPIs (MPI) and key personnel to provide high level scientific coordination and administrative management to meet the INFORM Africa objectives. Duties include those described below:

Duties and responsibilities

The duties of the program manager/coordinator working under the direction of the INFORM Africa PI include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Scientific Administration
   1. Prepare materials for, and liaise with INFORM Africa multi-PIs and key personnel for Institutional Review Boards ethical approvals.
   2. Work closely with INFORM Africa multi-PIs and key personnel to ensure that adequate progress is made on milestones for each of the projects and cores.
   3. Work closely with INFORM Africa multi-PIs and key personnel to ensure that scientific reports from the projects and the cores are prepared, collated, reviewed and submitted on time to NIH following sign off by the PI.
   4. Prepare research materials and coordinate activities of INFORM Africa sub committees and subsequent research proposals.
   5. Attend working groups meetings, conferences, and meetings of INFORM Africa research hub or the DS-I Africa consortium as assigned by the PI.
2. General Administration
   1. Coordinate and conduct the dissemination and local implementation of research terms of reference and procedures to INFORM Africa research hub.
   2. Schedule regular videoconference/Zoom calls or meetings for the INFORM Africa steering committee, subcommittees, the scientific advisory board, the community advisory board, the investigative team and develop minutes, action items with timelines.
   3. Follow up on action items identified to ensure timeliness of activities.
   4. Develop and maintain a filing system for INFORM Africa documents & maintain contact lists.
   5. Act as the point of contact for internal and external partners.
   6. Maintain and monitor project plans and project schedules.

3. Travel Logistics
   1. Coordinate itineraries, flight and ground transport, and other travel support services.
   2. Work with IHVN and partner travel logistics to ensure that travel requests, accommodations, and remunerations are submitted on time and within budget.

4. Budget Management and Reports
   1. Work with IHVN grants and contracts and finance department to ensure research grant expenditures are per sponsor and organization regulations, policies, and procedures.
   2. Work with grants and contracts and finance department to prepare financial reports, maintain correspondence with INFORM Africa stakeholders via emails, memos & letters.
   3. Prepare meeting retirements as needed.

5. Communications
   1. Communicate activity schedules and information to the INFORM Africa team and other collaborators where relevant.
   2. Work with the communication team to post activities of INFORM Africa, and promote the visibility of events.

Experience and Skills

• Strong research training and applied research experience.
• Literature search and systematic review skills.
• Organizational skills, ability to absorb new tasks as they arise and are assigned.
• An analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
• Mature interpersonal and communication skills.
• Nigeria and/or other African country-related work experience.

Educational qualifications

A research-oriented individual with an interest in science and good at health project management and research administration with:

• A PhD, MD/MPH or MPH with significant experience in research program management, especially multi-site research consortia.

Working conditions

• Location: The coordinator will be based at the IHVN in Abuja, Nigeria, the prime for INFORM Africa research hub.
• Duration of Engagement is for 5 years, contingent upon availability of grant funding.

Reporting

The Program Manager/coordinator reports directly to the INFORM Africa Principal Investigator

More Information

The International Research Center of Excellence, Institute of Human Virology Nigeria          www.ihvn-irce.org

Grant website: Harnessing Data Science for Health Discovery and Innovation in Africa (DS-I Africa)

Mode of Application:

• Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected] 
• When applying, kindly indicate location being applied for at the top right corner of application

This advert closes 14 days from date of this publication and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.