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IHVN Calls for Sustained Efforts to Achieve HIV Epidemic Control

The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has urged people living with HIV to adhere to their prescribed medications to maintain their health and combat AIDS in the country. 

IHVN’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Patrick Dakum, who made this call in Abuja, said that HIV services, including testing, treatment, laboratory diagnosis, and prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV services for pregnant women, are available for free in several public and private health facilities nationwide.

He emphasized the importance of medication adherence, noting that free HIV services are available in over 380 health facilities it is supporting across the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Katsina, and Rivers State.

These services include: Free testing services; Antiretroviral therapy (ART) for adults and children; free laboratory services for HIV diagnosis and monitoring; and free Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) services for pregnant women. He said currently, over 238,000 individuals receive anti-retroviral treatment in IHVN-supported health facilities and at no time were life saving services disrupted.

IHVN, supported by the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aims to sustain essential HIV services in collaboration with the Nigerian government.

Dr. Dakum further highlighted that comprehensive HIV prevention services are available, including free Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) services for negative pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers; and free Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) services for exposed clients.

He emphasized the importance of sustainability in health programs, stating, “IHVN continues to advocate for and support sustainable health initiatives in Nigeria. We have collaborated with the government, funders, and stakeholders to achieve HIV epidemic control in supported states. Our goal is to: Test 95% of people living with HIV; initiate treatment for 95% of those who test positive; and achieve viral suppression through adherence to treatment. By working together, we can ensure a healthier future for Nigerians.”

On expanding HIV services and empowering communities, IHVN’s CEO highlighted the institute’s efforts to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV by extending services to communities through partnerships with faith-based organizations and community leaders. This initiative includes Group Mothers’ Love Gatherings, which provides medical services and support for pregnant and nursing mothers; and Peer Mentor Mother Programs that empowers women living with HIV to support one another.

He stated that community programs have enabled caregivers and the vulnerable including children, adolescents and young adults to be reached with a comprehensive package of care and community-based intervention to improve adherence, nutrition and quality of life.

Dr. Dakum emphasized the importance of continued progress, stating, “As we navigate global changes in funding, we’re confident that our 20 years of PEPFAR support have built a strong foundation. We’ve made significant strides in program implementation, capacity building for healthcare workers, laboratory infrastructure, public health program integration, and strengthened healthcare systems.”

According to him, the Nigerian government is making progress in owning and supporting HIV programs, marked by inclusion of people living with HIV in health insurance, local production of HIV test kits, and the soon-to-be introduced HIV preventive injectable Lenacapavir. 

Dr. Dakum emphasized the need for continued collaboration among government, people living with HIV, civil society organizations, and the media to sustain progress in elevating country ownership and addressing public health challenges. “By working together, stakeholders can achieve a healthier future and control the HIV epidemic,” he said.

Senior Program Officer, Program Monitoring & Reporting | Ogun State

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 by providing prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, care, and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at the 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 Facility and Community Based Service Delivery Support (FC SDS) Project is a United States Department of States-funded project through Stop TB Partnership Geneva, that is a revolutionary program working with communities, facilities, and relevant State and National structures to improve access to TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment, and notification in Lagos, Ogun, Osun, and Oyo States; as well as increase domestic financing for TB and strengthen surveillance and integrated reporting across five Strategic Objectives:

  1. REACH: Maximize TB case detection in all age groups through active case finding, including facility-based screening, contact investigation, community mobilization and screening, and strengthening the TB diagnostic network.
  2. CURE: Support timely treatment initiation, adherence, and completion, especially among DR-TB cases.
  3. PREVENT: Reduce the risk of transmission through expansion of access to TB preventive treatment (TPT), infection control, and stigma reduction.
  4. INNOVATE: Incorporate and scale up new tools and approaches such as digital chest X-rays with computer-aided diagnostics, hotspot mapping, and molecular diagnostics.
  5. SUSTAIN: Strengthen state and LGA capacity to institutionalize domestic resource mobilization and leverage government structures for sustainable program ownership.

It is to this end that IHVN is seeking to fill the following positions:

PositionSenior Program Officer, Program Monitoring & Reporting
Reports toStrategic Information Program Manager
DepartmentStrategic Information
Scheduled Work TimeMonday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
LocationOgun state

Opening Date:   15th October 2025

Closing Date:     25th October 2025


Responsibilities:

S/He will provide technical support and oversight for the implementation of Strategic Information activities, Implement and ensure data quality and best practices in data management processes from data collection, collation, reporting and use at different levels.

  • Monitor collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use of data.
  • Ensure completeness, correctness and consistency of all program reports.
  • Provide technical guidance to state and facility staff on indicators, reporting and data quality issues.
  • Support the routine use of data at supported states, Local Government Areas (LGAs) and facilities through gap analyses and run charts.
  • Participate in the development and periodic review of program reporting protocols.
  • Participate in development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Program Monitoring and Reporting.
  • Improve decision-making processes through promotion of data utilization for program planning, evaluation, and policy advocacy.
  • Generate all program reports including Adhoc reports, routine program reports and USAID quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports.
  • Archive all reports received from facilities/LGAs.
  • Ensure reporting tools, standard monitoring and evaluation indicators are utilized for consistency in measurement.
  • Participate in the development of Performance Monitoring Plans and Monitoring & Evaluation plans.
  • Promote health system-strengthening activities through capacity building of government health workers and continuous quality improvement exercises.
  • Engage actively in Technical Working Group meetings with Government of Nigeria stakeholders and other implementing partners for improved service delivery.
  • Coordinate periodic data quality assessments and track implementation of recommendations from the exercise to promote accountability, transparency and impact.
  • Generate regular gap analysis to show program/ state progress towards achieving targets.
  • Ensure proper feedback mechanism on data quality of indicator reports.
  • Strengthen national reporting lines at supported health facilities.
  • Oversee data reporting on MATS App, DHIS platforms.
  • Prepare and validate retirement documents for payment of all program activities.

    Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Strategic Information

Minimum Requirements

  • A minimum of master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, monitoring & evaluation, demography, biostatistics, statistics, analytics or a related field is required.
  • Minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field.
  • Experience in data collection, data management processes, data use and demand.
  • Experience with Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs; experience working with Tuberculosis prevention, diagnosis and treatment and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context is desirable.
  • Experience with the United State Government and Global Funds Strategic Information system highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities: 

  • Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of USG funded monitoring and evaluation programs
  • Knowledge of the reporting framework for Tuberculosis including indicator definitions
  • Knowledge of the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme Recording and Reporting tools.
  • Ability to perform complex data analytics utilizing Microsoft Excel, STATA, and/or Business Intelligence tools, making recommendations based on findings.
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
  • Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form.
  • Report writing and presentation skills.
  • Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Possess skills on data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Google Data Studio, etc.
  • Team players with ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Have a clear understanding of the health system structure and the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme.
  • Have a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local partners and building local capacities for self-management.
  • Be willing to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially primary stakeholders.
  • Flexibility, willing to travel and work during weekends.

Mode of Application:

Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected], and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us.  IHVN only recruits representatives who are suited and abide by the strict responsibility of PSEAH.

By applying to this role, you agree to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records, and you also confirm that neither before nor after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.

Equal employment opportunity statement

IHVN is an equal opportunity employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.

IHVN Celebrates September Employees of the Month

In fostering an excellent work culture and staff performance, the Executive Management of the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has initiated the “Employee Recognition Awards” to recognize “Employees of the Month” and “Employee of the Year.”

According to the IHVN Director of Finance and Administration, Mr. Olu Alabi, this recognition covers overall employee performance in dressing, innovation, teamwork, productivity, efficiency, leadership and interpersonal skills, punctuality, and adherence to company values and principles, amongst other things.

For September 2025, IHVN celebrates Douglou Samuel, Emmanuel Jatau, Emmanuella N. Emmanuel, Usman Akiri Mohammed, Yakubu Sambo, Olusegun Akanmu, Omobolaji Oyetoro, Osarunwese Kudirat Ogbewi, Ibrahim Ahmed, Saiki Frederick and Tasiu Habib Sani, whose performance stood out in their teams.

Hearty cheers to our September star performers!

Free Training on “Data Lakehouse” to hold October 22nd

The International Research Center of Excellence (IRCE) at Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) invites you to participate in a free virtual training session on “Data Lakehouse” on October 22, 2025 at 1:00pm West African Time (WAT). 

The session is to be hosted by The Role of Data Streams in Informing Infection Dynamics in Africa (INFORM Africa) Project in collaboration with the Data Science for Health Discovery and Innovation in Africa (DSI Africa).

Participants can expect to gain hands-on skills in data management, integration, and analysis using the Data Lakehouse architecture. The training session will introduce participants to key tools and workflows that bridge traditional data lakes and data warehouses, enhancing data-driven decision-making capabilities within government institutions.

IRCE welcomes participation from DSI Africa Consortium Members, government, public health stakeholders, researchers and data scientists. Proficiency in the use of programming languages like R and Python is a requirement for participants.

To register and participate, check the flyer for details. 

The INFORM Africa Project leverages big data to address critical public health challenges from both emerging pandemics such as SARS-CoV-2 and established ones like HIV. Focusing on Nigeria and South Africa, which together account for about 40% of Africa’s HIV burden, the project aims to develop population-scale data streams that strengthen surveillance, response, and resilience against pandemics across the continent.