Employment type: full time ABOUT US The Ontario HIV Treatment Network (OHTN), established in 1998, is a nonprofit organization with a mission to improve the health and lives of people living with and at risk of HIV by using data and evidence to drive change. We work with three main types of partners -- 1) testing programs and clinics; 2) AIDS service and other community-based organizations; and 3) policy and system leaders within and beyond the health sector – to support the implementation of the provincial HIV strategy, priorities, and directions. ABOUT THE ROLE The Lead II, HIV Clinical Care Initiatives, is responsible for advancing OHTN’s HIV Clinical Care and provincial HIV testing projects and Initiatives. This role will work closely with internal and external interest holders to develop, implement and evaluate projects, initiatives and interventions that will improve testing and clinical care, help us meet or exceed the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, and improve quality of life for people living with HIV. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Program planning and coordination Supports the use of data and research to strengthen access to HIV testing and clinical care through population-specific, equity-informed, evidence-based initiatives. Develops and maintains assigned sections of the program plan and work plan. Tracks and reports on assigned program plan and work plan activities, objectives, and outcomes/impacts. Completes assigned deliverables on time, balancing competing priorities. Plans and coordinates meetings of, and educational events for OHTN networks and committees in conjunction with co-chairs, Partnerships and sector engagement Supports OHTN in maintaining effective partnerships across the HIV sector and beyond to identify priorities for achieving the HIV care cascade goals outlined in the Ontario Advisory Committee on HIV/AIDS: HIV Action Plan to 2030. Works with clinicians and external partners to plan activities that increase access to stigma- and discrimination-free HIV testing and clinical care. Supports the Director by engaging with clinicians and external partners to identify current and emerging barriers to stigma- and discrimination-free HIV testing and clinical care (including retention in care). HIV clinical care resources, and guidelines Develops, maintains and updates existing HIV testing and clinical care resources Assists the Director in updating, promoting, and disseminating HIV Testing and Clinical Care guidelines associated training materials, and any other relevant guidelines Works with Director and clinical partners to optimize uptake of best practices in HIV testing and HIV care Research, incubator initiatives, monitoring and evaluation Coordinates the development and expansion of HIV testing and clinical care in Ontario, and related internal incubator initiatives Supports the monitoring and evaluation of research and incubator projects, and the scale-up of these projects in Ontario clinics Supports production of biannual surveys, and needs assessments Knowledge sharing, reporting, and products Liaises with clinicians, external interest holders, and OCN clinics to capture and disseminate clinical trends and updated evidence Identifies current clinical issues to inform agendas and programs for network or committee meetings and Education Days, and other OHTN events Maintains the regular review of, and updates Ontario’s HIV testing and clinical care websites and toolkits Collaborates with the Communications team, other internal OHTN teams, clinicians, and interest holders to develop webinars and other knowledge sharing products to: improve access to HIV stigma- and discrimination-free HIV testing, clinical care, retention strategies, and re-engagement in care strategies awareness of clinical benefits of rapid initiation of treatment amongst HCP, including U=U improve overall quality of life of people living with HIV Create reports, as required, for the OHTN Board of Directors, and Ministry of Health on program plan, and project milestones and deliverables Supports the development of presentations, research reports, and peer-reviewed publications ABOUT YOU Master’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in a relevant field (e.g., health sciences, social sciences, nursing, public health, health policy, or related). Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in the HIV and/or broader health sector; domestic or international clinical experience is an asset. Excellent knowledge of HIV testing and clinical care pathways are assets Advanced knowledge of HIV and STBBIs, including related sexual and/or mental health issues affecting people living with, or at risk of, HIV; understanding of MEPA/GIPA principles. Demonstrated experience in program/project development and evaluation across the HIV care cascade (e.g., U=U, stigma- and discrimination-free care, retention in care, re-engagement strategies). Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to tailor messaging and work effectively with diverse audiences (community members, stakeholders, service providers, and senior government officials), including in-person and remote teams. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Proven project management ability, including managing multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment; self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines. Strong writing skills, including developing resources aligned with audience needs. Experience with research ethics applications/processes is an asset. Strong computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook) and tools such as Canva, SurveyMonkey, and REDCap. Eligibility for membership in a relevant regulated college (e.g., CNO, CPSO, OCSWSSW) is an asset. ABOUT YOU Defined Benefit Pension: Eligible employees can participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable retirement income for life. Eligibility