Organization: KNCV Nigeria
Job Title: National Technical Advisor – Systematic TB Screening
Location: FCT, Abuja
Job Field: Public Health
Employment Type: Full-Time
Contract Duration: 1 Year (Fixed-Term, with possibility of extension)
Qualification: Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Epidemiology or a related health discipline
Experience: Minimum of 5 Years
Reports To: Chief Scientific Officer
Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
About KNCV Nigeria
The Knowledge Network for Disease Control and Vigilance (KNCV) Nigeria is an indigenous non-profit organization committed to advancing the prevention and control of tuberculosis (TB) and other diseases of public health importance. Through evidence-informed and people-centred approaches, KNCV Nigeria strengthens health systems and improves access to quality healthcare services.
About the Project
With funding from the Gates Foundation, KNCV Nigeria, in collaboration with the National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer Control Programme (NTBLCP), is implementing a project to strengthen the national scale-up of near-point-of-care (nPOC) TB diagnostics in Nigeria.
Job Summary
The National Technical Advisor – Systematic TB Screening will provide strategic technical leadership for the implementation and scale-up of systematic TB screening and active case-finding interventions across project-supported locations.
The role will support the integration of TB screening with diagnostic services, strengthen referral pathways and improve the timely linkage of confirmed TB cases to treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and implementation of systematic TB screening and targeted active case-finding activities in line with national guidelines.
- Work with NTBLCP and state teams to identify priority populations, service points and appropriate screening and referral pathways.
- Support the integration of screening, diagnostic testing and treatment linkage across facility and community service-delivery models.
- Develop or adapt screening tools, referral procedures, job aids and implementation guidance.
- Provide technical support for training, mentorship and supportive supervision of screening teams and facility personnel.
- Analyse screening cascade data, including people screened, presumptive TB cases identified, people tested, diagnoses made and treatment-linkage outcomes.
- Identify operational challenges affecting access to testing and referral completion and support corrective actions.
- Coordinate with laboratory, MEL, ICT and health communication teams.
- Document implementation lessons and contribute to technical reports and learning products.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Epidemiology or another relevant health discipline.
- Postgraduate public-health training is an advantage.
- At least five years of relevant experience in TB programming, systematic screening, active case-finding or integrated health service delivery.
- Knowledge of TB screening, diagnostic and treatment-linkage pathways.
- Experience in community-based services, referral systems, training and supportive supervision.
- Ability to analyse programme data and translate findings into practical improvements.
- Strong coordination, communication and technical writing skills.
Key Deliverables
- Systematic TB screening and active case-finding plan.
- Technical guidance on screening and referral.
- Periodic screening cascade analyses and progress reports.
- Documentation of mentorship, supervision and corrective actions.
- Technical contributions to project reporting and learning products.
What KNCV Nigeria Offers
- Full-time employment of 40 hours per week.
- One-year fixed-term contract, with the intention of extension depending on funding and performance.
- Fast-paced and result-oriented working environment.
- International working environment with opportunities for initiative.
- Capacity-building and training opportunities.
- KNCV Nigeria’s employment conditions scheme.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified applicants should apply through the official KNCV Nigeria recruitment portal:
Apply Online: https://kncvnigeria.orangehrmlive.com/external/#/recruitment-apply/vacancy/239
Application Deadline: 20 November 2026
Additional Information
- KNCV Nigeria reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
- Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
- KNCV Nigeria maintains zero tolerance for sexual harassment and abuse.
- The role involves travel within Nigeria.
- KNCV Nigeria is an equal-opportunity employer.
Organization Website: www.kncvnigeria.org
