Update Job – Vertical Transmission Prevention Nurse

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Update Job – Vertical Transmission Prevention Nurse

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Title:

Vertical Transmission Prevention Nurse

Grade:

C5

Project:

P656 – CHEP

Location:

Ndola, Kitwe, Masaiti, Mpongwe, Luanshya, Mufulira, Kalulushi, Lufwanyama, Chingola and Chililabombwe, Kabwe, Chibombo, Chisamba, Mumbwa, Shibuyunji, Kapiri, Luano, Mkushi, Serenje, Chitambo and Ngabwe – Ndola District, Copperbelt Province

Publish Date:

07 Apr 2026 00:00

Deadline Date:

16 Apr 2026 00:00

Description:

Project summary 

The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) under the Controlling HIV Epidemic Program (CHEP) project will be implementing the HIV program to reach sustainable control of the HIV epidemic through the lens of the Zambia national HIV targets and the America first vision. 

The program goal is to support the Ministry of Health to reach sustainable control of the HIV epidemic, MNCH services and GHS activities across three provinces namely, Copperbelt, Central and Northwestern by implementing a person-centered HIV prevention, care and treatment program. aligned with the Ministry of Health Vision.

The CHEP project will work in collaboration with Ministry of Health teams at provincial, district and facility level and other stakeholders on:

Increasing coverage of comprehensive and client-centered HIV testing, prevention, diagnosis, care, and treatment services in communities and health facilities to reach and maintain the 95-95-95 targets.

Increasing utilization of community and facility-based quality, person-centered, integrated vertical transmission prevention (VTP), and other MNCH HIV services.

Increasing capacities of Ministry of Health to gradually transition Direct Service Delivery (DSD) of quality integrated health services and sustain services beyond project activity implementation. 

Location: Health facilities

Copperbelt province – Ndola, Kitwe, Masaiti, Mpongwe, Luanshya, Mufulira, Kalulushi, Lufwanyama, Chingola and Chililabombwe districts 

Central province – Kabwe, Chibombo, Chisamba, Mumbwa, Shibuyunji, Kapiri, Luano, Mkushi, Serenje, Chitambo and Ngabwe 

Job summary

Reports to District Vertical Transmission Prevention Mentor. The Vertical Transmission Prevention Nurse will work in collaboration with MCH facility staff to provide quality care in the management of HIV/AIDS in pregnant and breastfeeding women, infant and HEI.  He/she will ensure smooth implementation of the National PMTCT/VTP guidelines at the facility. 

Main duties

She/He will Liaise facility In-charges (MCH) to support smooth delivery of HIV-related clinical care services at the facility.

Ensure high-quality care is delivered within MCH across all aspects of comprehensive HIV care and treatment services by working collaboratively with MoH facility staff to manage and support different groups (HIV exposed infants, pregnant and breastfeeding women recipients of care)

Strengthen monitoring of Pregnant and Breastfeeding women including HIV testing and VL testing, according to national guidelines.

Ensure collection, tracking and documentation of EID samples for all HEI according to national guidelines.

Ensure effective cohort monitoring with well documented outcome at 18 and 24 months 

Implement “know your child status” (KYCS+) approach to enhance pediatric testing coverage and ensure the completion of family tress through the provision HIV testing services

Ensure that clients in need of adherence support are enrolled into support groups and DOT strategy.

Ensure correct documentation in the registers and clients’ files and charts, correct entries in SmartCare and accurate reporting. 

Work closely with community staff to ensure community-based activities for Vertical transmission Prevention are implemented.

Qualifications 

Registered Nurse/Midwife/HIV nurse practitioner

Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery (bachelor’s degree is an added advantage)

Registered with nursing council and update practicing license

Certificate in ART and PMTCT/VTP training (Advanced ART training or HNP is a plus)

3 year’s experience in working in PMTCT program and MCH

Ability to work under minimal supervision and good communication skills

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Priority will be given to candidates who reside in the towns where the position is vacant.