• Provides input on writing of yearly continuation applications and participate in other funding opportunities
• Oversees the development of annual work plans, adjust work plans as needed when new projects and activities arise, and closely monitor progress of all work plan activities.
• Constantly monitors and controls expenditures for the programme to keep them within budget.
• Manages programme staff: ensure all programme positIons are filled with appropriate HR, conduct staff performance evaluations, manage staff leave, ensure adherence to organizational policies, and general supervision.
• Ensures staff capacity is built and maintained with regular updates as appropriate
• Provides technical oversight to ensure sites provide comprehensive care, from initial HIV counseling, linkage to treatment and care or prevention, and management of OIs and associated conditions.  
• Provides technical assistance to LPHO for capacity building activites including but not limited to trainings and mentorships
• Improves data utilization of MOH staff through mentorships, meetings and trainings. 
• Reviews all relevant data on a regular basis to monitor performance, identify gaps and spearhead performance improvement strategies. 
• Ensures that adequate mentoring and technical supportive supervision occurs at all CIDRZ-sponsored sites.
• Supports program evaluations and coordinate response to improve service quality.
• Provides innovative strategies to further improve the program including DSD models
• Ensures availability of guidelines and SOPs 
• Collaborates effectively with other partners including donor organizations and MOH
• Works with the Ministry of Health (MOH) at national, provincial, and district levels to ensure the highest possible service coverage, in line with national plans.
• Ensures CIDRZ is represented appropriately at all relevant meetings with governmental and non-governmental organizations.
• Regularly updates paediatric guidelines in collaboration with the Ministry of Health through participation in the Paediatric Technical Working Group
• Prepares and submits reports to donors and to any other relevant authorities as required
• Participates in research 

• Medical Doctor (MBChB/MD or equivalent)
• Postgraduate qualification in paediatrics or related field
• At least 10 years relevant working experience
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of Zambia
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills 

Suitably qualified members of staff are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.