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 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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.
To further drive quality and engender global best practices in HIV and TB care and treatment, this advert is therefore seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
| Position | Study and Data Coordinator – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention |
| Department | International Research Centre of Excellence |
| Location | Abuja |
Opening Date: 7th July, 2026
Closing Date: 20th July, 2026
Position Overview
IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate Study and Data Coordinator to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with the healthcare providers and key population civil society organization to ensure the smooth execution of the project, as well as actively engage key population community members in the process.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of the digital health project for key populations.
- Collaborate with the research team to develop and refine project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
- Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key population groups.
- Conduct outreach and community mobilization efforts to ensure active participation in the project.
- Act as a liaison between the project team and key population communities to address concerns and facilitate communication.
- Oversee the deployment of digital health interventions, including mobile apps, and other technology-based solutions.
- Support Data Officers in training healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of digital tools, monitor participant use of the digital health app, and ensure their ongoing engagement.
- Work with the digital health app development team to develop and update app content, as well as troubleshooting issues.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of digital health interventions in improving HIV care and prevention.
- Collaborate with data analysts to collect, manage, and analyze project data.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data collected from key population participants.
- Work with data officers and data management staff to ensure that data submission, quality control (QC), error correction, data processing and entry are functioning smoothly.
- Identifies and follows up on delinquent data and serves as back-up to the data manager.
- Responsible for system/account maintenance for site staff to access the REDCap web portal and other data management applications. The CRS Coordinator will work with the CRC.
- Conduct data quality assurance activities for the study sites.
- Prepare regular progress reports and contribute to research publications.
- Implement quality assurance measures to ensure that project activities meet established standards.
- Conduct regular assessments and make recommendations for improvements.
- Work closely with healthcare providers, researchers, and community organizations to align project activities with broader healthcare initiatives.
- Participate in team meetings and provide input on project strategies and goals.
Educational qualifications and experience
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field
- Registered with the health professional council or general nursing council of Nigeria
- Psychosocial counselling
- Human subject protection and good clinical practice training
- Experience:
- Previous experience in coordinating research or healthcare projects, particularly in the field of HIV prevention or key population engagement.
- Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
- Experience with Microsoft, Excel, Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL, electronic medical record systems, and REDCap
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
- Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.
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 abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.
By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.
Equal employment opportunity statement
IHVN is an equal employment 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.
Mode of Application:
- Application letter, detailed curriculum and contact information for two professional references vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- This advert is open from 20th July, 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
