Zonal KVP Officer Job Vacancies at Steps Tanzania
Zonal KVP Officer (2 Posts)
Reports to: Zonal Coordinator/STEPS KVP Coordinator
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam and Mbeya
Work Environment: Office-based, 60% field travel required, 10% on-call duty
Job Summary:
The Project Officer for Key and Vulnerable Populations will be responsible for ensuring quality implementation of comprehensive packages of behavioral, structural, and biomedical interventions targeting key and vulnerable populations within the STEPS implementation regions.
S/he will work closely with Local Government Authorities, health facilities, and other implementing partners for linkages and tracking of services provided to KVP.
1.5 Main Roles and Responsibilities:
1 Report to the technical advisor of STEPS and support the Zonal Coordinator in the implementation of KVP-related interventions in the respective zones.
2 Collaborate closely with regional and district HIV coordinators/focal persons and CBOs/CSOs to ensure smooth implementation of planned KVP interventions in respective regions/districts.
3 Coordinate the implementation of all planned activities in respective regions/districts.
4 Coordinate training activities and ensure adherence to national guidelines.
5 Ensure that all implementers of the project have the required guidelines, job aids, and tools.
6 Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual progress reports.
7 Provide supportive supervision to all project implementers in respective regions/districts.
8 Supervise KVP peer educators on their routine service delivery.
9 Coordinate the overall program work plan and implementation according to program goals and objectives at the zone level.
10 Ensure proper collection, verification, and timely submission of KVP-related data, working closely with M&E officers to strengthen data quality and utilization for decision-making.
11 Support the integration of KVP interventions with TB/HIV, STI, and SRH services to improve linkage, retention, and continuity of care.
12 Facilitate regular stakeholder engagement meetings at zonal, regional, and district levels to strengthen coordination, information sharing, and alignment with national priorities.
13 Identify programmatic gaps and propose practical solutions to improve efficiency, coverage, and quality of KVP interventions.
14 Build the capacity of local CBOs/CSOs and health facility teams through mentorship, coaching, and technical support to ensure the sustainability of interventions.
15 Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to organization protocols.
Qualifications and Experiences:
1 Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field, sociology, social work, community development, or any other related discipline.
2 At least three years of experience in public health, preferably in HIV-related services.
3 Experience with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, or international NGOs is an added advantage.
4 Familiarity with relevant international and national guidelines and regulations related to HIV and AIDS programs.
5 Experience working with key and vulnerable populations, such as sex workers, injection drug users, transgender individuals, and people living with HIV/AIDS.
6 Experience in program planning, implementation, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation.
7 Strong organizational and time management skills to ensure project milestones are met.
Core Competencies and Skills:
1. Comprehensive understanding of HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care strategies.
2. Familiarity with the latest research and developments in the field of HIV/AIDS.
3. Community outreach and engagement skills to build trust and rapport with key and vulnerable populations.
4. Experience in conducting needs assessments and stakeholder analysis.
5. Excellent data management and analytical skills.
6. Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
7. Ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
9. Demonstrated ability in supervision.
10. Strong interpersonal skills, with tact and diplomacy in addressing staff-related needs.
11. Ability to maintain effective working relationships across all staff levels.
How to Apply Job
All CV, Cover Letter and copies of relevant academic transcripts and professional awards should be combined into a single PDF not exceeding 10 pages and sent to info@steps.or.tz
Executive Director STEPS Tanzania
Head Office
P.O. Box 33307
Kijitonyama, Kinondoni Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Deadline: 10th October 2025.
