Quality Improvement Coordinator at KNCV Nigeria - NAIJA STICK

Quality Improvement Coordinator at KNCV Nigeria

KNCV Nigeria is firmly equipped with the technical and administrative capacity to strengthen TB, HIV/AIDS, and COVID-19 vaccination service delivery platforms, supporting health system strengthening and research in Nigeria.

Purpose of Job

The DR-TB Quality Improvement Coordinator (QIC) will function as a coordination, accountability, and quality care resource embedded within NTBLCP and STBLCP structures.

• The role does not create parallel systems but strengthens existing accountability, data use, and clinical governance. QIC will ensure that every laboratory-confirmed DR-TB case is tracked, initiated on treatment, and retained through digital adherence support.
• The QIC reports to the KNCV Nigeria State Technical Officer, KNCV Nigeria Project Coordinator, IHVN, STBLCP, and NTBLCP.

Key Responsibilities

Cascade Coordination and Accountability

Will strongly support the State DR-TB Focal Person to ensure that patient management is fully aligned with national guidelines, with complete, accurate, and timely reporting.

• Will actively engage and collaborate with Community TB/HIV Workers (CTHWs) to strengthen community-based DR-TB management, including treatment adherence, follow-up, and contact management in line with national standards.
• Will promptly facilitate treatment initiation and laboratory monitoring (baseline and follow-up) and actively participate in monthly OPD clinics.
• Will prepare and submit morbidity and mortality summaries and function as an active member of the State DR-TB Council of Experts, ensuring that complex cases are appropriately presented for review and escalation.
• Will support day-to-day treatment and care for all diagnosed DRTB patients from diagnosis till treatment is completed and adequately reported to the National Program through all recording and reporting tools (paper- and electronic-based).

Provide support in identifying, reporting, and supporting any instance of adverse drug events or comorbid conditions to ensure quality care is offered.

Skills and Qualifications

A health-related degree with discipline and passion for DRTB.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in DR-TB program management, quality improvement, and public health coordination. 

• Proven experience using digital health platforms (CommTB, DHIS, patient trackers, etc.).
• Demonstrate ability to work with STBLCP/NTBLCP structures and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills for cascade data interpretation and root cause analysis.
• Experience in training/mentoring healthcare workers.
• Ability to initiate, follow up, and follow through on case-based issues.
• Experience in writing abstracts and manuscripts.

Required Competencies

Knowledge of WHO 2025 consolidated DR-TB guidelines. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data visualization (Excel, Power BI). 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to travel across the state assigned or outside the state if required.
• Commitment to patient-centered, equity-oriented care.
• Strong empathic and counseling abilities in patient care.
• No prior SEAH violations.

Deadline: Not Specified 

How to Apply 

Interested Applicant can apply via this link 

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