National Association of People Living with HIV in Nepal (NAP+N) is a national network of People Living with HIV (PLHIV) that was established in 2003 that works at the national level and local community-based organizations and communities with a mission to strengthen the voice of PLHIV through the formation and strengthening of networks and association of PLHIV to respond to the challenges of HIV and AIDS in Nepal. NAP+N focuses on building the capacity of local PLHIV groups to respond appropriately to the needs of PLHIV and its related key populations in areas of advocacy, prevention, care, and support, counseling, raising community awareness, providing information and education, and improving access to the healthcare and legal services.

NAP+N is seeking applications from qualified, smart, and result-oriented Nepali citizens for the following positions to support HIV and TB programs focusing on HIV case finding among other vulnerable populations (Migrant and their spouse) in the community under The Global Fund Project in partnership with UNDP.

Detail of Job Title:

Position : Project Officer (PO)
Reports to : Project Coordinator
No of Position : 7 (Seven)
Duty Station : District Office (Jhapa-1, Morang-1, Arghakhanchi-1, Gulmi-1, Palpa-1, Pyuthan-1, Rolpa-1)
Position type : Contract
Salary & Benefits: : As per HR Policy of NAP+N
Contract Duration : Initially up to 31 st December 2025 and possibilities of extension depending upon the performance

Roles and Responsibilities: 

Following is the list of specific duties and responsibilities that fall within the scope of the job. The incumbent will perform these tasks when necessary and as appropriate, depending on the context. In addition, it may be necessary for the individual to perform duties and responsibilities that, while not specifically listed below, fall under the general categories of this job description and are within the spirit of the job.

Under the general guidance and supervision of Project Coordinator, the incumbent will provide the following services:

• Implement planned activities in coordination with the Health Office (HO), Palikas coordinators, ART sites, and Health Facilities as per organizational norms and policies
• Support in program mapping and appropriate area for BCC intervention, HIV testing camp in the wards/Palikas and other areas in close coordination with PALIKAs
• Orient In-reach workers and FCHVs on HIV Program particularly for organizing mobile camp and other areas of BCC
• Submit accurate and complete district reports timely in the prescribed forms
• Manage and track all the reactive client & Index partners for HIV confirmation, ART enrollment and connection to care and support program.
• Participate in district and Palika level implementation plan (Field visit, joint monitoring visit, Program monitoring visit by PR/Donor/HO/Palika, event/activities) with the support of HO, Palika official /Coordinators and team members.
• Participate in district/palika level meetings, trainings, workshop and seminars.
• Review record, reports and provide feedback to IRW and guide them.
• Ensure program quality is maintained at all levels using different tools and techniques
• Enhance relationship with government officials and other stakeholders at the district level to share and contribute on 95-95-95 strategic targets
• Check availability of the program related logistic items/commodities in the districts and demand as per district need.
• Follow the Safeguarding Policy of NAPN & Donor and comply at all level.
• Perform any other duties as required or requested by Project Coordinator and organization.

Qualification and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Social Science with 1 year working experience in related field.
• Good writing, documentation and program skills.
• Proficient in report preparation, event note and record keeping.
• Proficient on computer usage on office packages, email and internet
• Residency of the program district will be given a priority.
• Priority will be given to the candidates from disadvantage and under privileged groups, women and People living with HIV (PLHIV).