Regional Technical Officer, PMTCT

About this role

FHI 360, a global human development organisation, is recruiting a Regional Technical Officer for Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) based in Lindi, Tanzania, within the EpiC Project. The position provides technical expertise for PMTCT, pediatric HIV, and cervical cancer services, helping regional, council, and facility teams deliver high-quality, evidence-based care for pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants, and children. The post-holder supports the planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of PMTCT and Cervical Cancer Prevention (CECAP) interventions across supported regions. They advise facility and community teams on Triple Elimination of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B, and on cervical cancer screening, treatment, referral, and follow-up.

The officer strengthens referral and linkage systems and works to minimise loss to follow-up. Monitoring PMTCT and CECAP indicators, analysing trends, and identifying implementation gaps are central duties, alongside mentorship, supportive supervision, and on-the-job training for regional teams and health workers. The role also involves preparing technical reports, briefs, and lessons learned for donor and government audiences. Candidates must hold a Doctor of Medicine or Nursing degree, or a degree in another health-related field, with current professional registration where applicable.

A minimum of four years of progressive experience in PMTCT, pediatric HIV, maternal and child health, or HIV programmes is required, preferably within donor-funded settings, plus proven experience working with regional and council health management teams. A master's degree in public health is an added advantage, as are strong analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills. Fluency in English and Kiswahili is mandatory. This full-time position reports to the Regional Senior Technical Officer for Care and Treatment Services, with 10 to 25 percent domestic travel to councils and health facilities.

FHI 360 offers an annual basic salary of TZS 52,000,000 to 65,000,000 plus a competitive benefits package. Applications are submitted online and close on 31 October 2026.