The position holder shall be in charge of technical quality implementation and delivery of direct health service in the assigned Woreda.
\nS\/He will mainly be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the direct health services under the team, health education, acute and life-threatening illnesses treatment as the primary health care level, safe motherhood and child health consultation. In addition, the position holder is also expected to provide supervision, technical assistance, and capacity building to health extension workers and health workers in health facilities. S\/He will be responsible for the daily implementation of the health services package as per the standard, supporting health facilities assigned as integrated health modality and daily dispensary and drug supply management. S\/He will also be responsible for day-to-day documentation of children and adults treated, people provided for health education, vaccinated children, and all provided health services accordingly and compile weekly and monthly reports and share with his\/her supervisor.
\nJOB RESPONSIBITIES
\nEssential Duties \/ Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Coordinate, lead, supervise, and monitor the surge team deployed in the health facilities.
\nIn accordance with the protocol, conduct and carry out PHC services such as consultation and administer appropriate treatment for acute and life-threatening illnesses
\nEnhancing community-level preventive healthcare in accordance with public health emergency management, with a focus on health, particularly prevalent epidemic diseases that are being monitored.
\nAssure the highest moral standards and responsibility in the provision of lifesaving PHC services.
\nMake sure that the catchment health facilities are always properly stocked with the medications required to provide treatment under curative services, needs, and clinical requirements.
\nEnhance the community\u2019s and the Woreda health bureaus\u2019 connections and coordination systems
\nStrengthening of early referrals mechanisms and ensure all referral cases are properly managed and referred based on the availability of ambulance and seriousness of the illness.
\nTrain and support the HWs on prevention and response of major diseases under surveillance and case management and follow-up according to national guidelines.
\nTrain and support health extension health workers for the implementation of the community component of the project.
\nConduct planning and promotion of awareness creation on preventative health care issues in the community.
\nPrepare weekly, bi-weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, and annual reports and share timely to the woreda health office and to his immediate supervisor.
\nControl utilization of medicines and medical supplies delivered to his\/her woreda and share verification documents and regular stock reports.
\nAssist in Ensuring Medical Teams International\u2019s (MTI\u2019s) standard of quality in primary health services is met.
\nParticipates in the planning, implementation and supervision of the health program activities
\nDevelops plans for process and quality improvement and reports findings
\nEnsures quality control at all levels of service provision (referrals from the community, primary health care level, pharmacy, referrals for secondary care)
\nEnsures strict monitoring of the use and flow of medications.
\nProvide support to store and dispensary pharmacy in order to ensure proper medicine stock management ( updating bin cards, stock card, consumption report, storage, and stock report
\nEnsures compliance to program standards at all levels
\nEnsures monitoring and accountability of beneficiary registrars
\nMaintains quality assurance and adherence to healthcare protocols ensuring compliance with RHB standards.
\nEnsures data collection meets program requirements, and that all activities are suitably documented
\nAssists in the compliance with government health reporting mechanisms; both in terms of reporting to WHO, RHB, and internal reporting
\nLeads development of trainings, feedback sessions and tools for M&E and quality improvement
\nEnsures that programming is of excellent technical quality, suitable to attract donor funding and contributes significantly to MTI\u2019s strategic objectives
\nProvides technical support to project medical personnel to ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved, adhering to international, donor and Ministry of Health Guidelines and policies
\nEnsures appropriate treatment protocols are followed as set forth per National guidelines and\/or MTI policies
\nEnsures strong linkages between the health center, referral hospital, and community health post.
\nEnsure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies.
\nDevelop attractive success stories per month and share with the MEAL department
\nDevelop monthly, quarterly, mid-year and final report coordinating with program teams.<\/p>\n
Quality Management <\/p>\n
Aiming to achieve the highest quality programming possible within the challenging context of Tigray, Ethiopia
\nEnsure all patients are treated based on the Guidelines of the Ministry of Health and the IMCI guidelines
\nEnsure rational use of drugs such that only those essential for treatment are prescribed. Do not overprescribe.
\nProvide compassionate and respectful care to all patients who present to the clinic
\nSupport other staff and colleagues to maintain good infection control practices to prevent spread of illnesses within the clinic and among the staff.<\/p>\n
Additional activities<\/p>\n
Support other areas of the office as requested or needed to ensure efficiency and quality of work for all
\nMaintain a clean and safe working environment, disposing of waste appropriately
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About You<\/p>\n
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTFICATION
\nMedical Doctor (MD) or BSc in Health Officer
\nEXPERIENCE
\nAt least 3 years\u2019 experience working in direct health service delivery and a minimum of 2-year experience in NGOs preferably at refugee set up.
\nAt least 2 years\u2019 experience of managing or leading health services operations.
\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES<\/p>\n
Knowledge of development & humanitarian issues and concepts
\nFluent spoken and written and English.
\nKnowledge of local language of the region and refugees is an added asset
\nStrong interpersonal and team skills
\nProven ability to be flexible in demanding situations
\nExcellent communicator
\nAbility to adapt to a changing environment
\nNegotiation and representation skills
\nAnalytical and problem-solving Computer literate, able to work efficiently in Microsoft office on standard or mobile platforms.<\/p>\n
SKILLS:<\/p>\n
Humanitarian motivation
\nEmotionally and spiritually mature
\nTeam player \u2013 practical, desire to support the field teams.
\nWillingness to pitch in and get the job done
\nUnderstanding and sensitivity to cross cultural issues
\nFlexible and adaptable to ever changing environments
\nAbility to remain calm under pressure
\nAble to build new relationships and gain people\u2019s trust quickly
\nIntegrity in representing Medical Teams Willing to travel to insecure environments<\/p>\n
ABILITIES:<\/p>\n
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
\nAbility to prioritize tasks
\nAbility to embrace and promote MTI\u2019s mission and vision
\nAbility to uphold and exemplify the organization\u2019s core values
\nAbility to represent the organization in a professional manner to donors, volunteers, and the public<\/p>\n
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
\nThis position requires frequent travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.
\nNOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management\u2019s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change
\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion
\nAchieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world\u2019s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and reaches their potential as individuals and teams and collaborates to do the best work of their lives. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to adhere to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policies
\nSafeguarding & Code of Conduct
\nMedical Teams International is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Medical Teams International Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Children and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy Training upon hire and on an annual basis.
\nNOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management\u2019s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/i1vHYU3P8d","_company_name":"Medical Teams International","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-categories":[],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-1104","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-expired","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-ethiopia","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/1104","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1104"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=1104"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=1104"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=1104"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}