BACKGROUND
\nOrbis International Zambia works to support the Ministry of Health in providing quality eye care to prevent avoidable blindness through training for eye health staff, support for equipment and medical supplies as well community engagement. The programmes are implemented in Lusaka, Eastern, Southern, Copperbelt and North- Western provinces.
\nOrbis International Zambia has been implementing the Scaling up Eye Health Care Capacity in Zambia\u2019s Lusaka, Copperbelt, Southern and Eastern Provinces: Phase III. The project aims to support training and comprehensive eye health services in Lusaka, Copperbelt and Eastern provinces.
\nJOB SUMMARY
\nThe Project Assistant will work closely with the Eastern Province Project Officer to support the implementation of project activities including outreach, procurement, organising training and partner meetings and workshops on the Scaling up Eye Health Care Capacity in Zambia\u2019s Lusaka, Copperbelt and Eastern Provinces: Phase III. The Project Assistant will be based in Chipata and will travel to Orbis project locations in Eastern Province.
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\nREPORTING & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
\nThe Project Assistant reports to the Project Officer, based in Chipata, Eastern Province and collaborates with the Zambia programmes, administration and finance staff. They also liaise with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to ensure implementation of data collection tools and effective reporting.
\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS \/ KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY<\/p>\n
Support procurement of consumables and equipment for supported sites.
\nSpearhead the distribution of consumables and equipment and update the inventory.
\nEnsure supported facilities and donated equipment are well branded, and all donation documents are completed and filed.
\nSpearhead logistical arrangements for all training, workshops and meetings.
\nContribute to project reporting by supporting data collection and compilation, including stories and photos from facilities. Further complete activity reports and ensure lessons and action points are documented
\nKeep an up-to-date database of all training participants supported by the project.
\nParticipate in project coordination meetings, planning meetings and site events.
\nParticipate in regular visits to project sites to monitor project progress.
\nProvide technical support to Ophthalmic staff in utilization of learning resources on Cybersight and the Women Leaders in Eye Health platform<\/p>\n
Any other duties as assigned.<\/p>\n
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\nQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n
University degree or higher Diploma in a relevant field of social science, development, Public Health.
\nMinimum of 3 years\u2019 professional experience working in Project\/Program management of international organizations or government agencies.
\nExperience with project planning, budgets, monitoring and evaluation and partner engagement.
\nExperience working with the Ministry of Health at different levels
\nExperience working in eye care will be an added advantage<\/p>\n
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\nSKILLS & ABILITIES<\/p>\n
Skilled in, and committed to, community participation\/interaction, field visits and presence in project areas
\nProven project management skills, including finance, logistics and procurement management skills.
\nStrong interpersonal and diplomacy skills with a customer-centered approach and the ability to maintain strong relationships with various stakeholders with different backgrounds.
\nExcellent spoken and written English language competence is essential
\nStrong writing skills are essential
\nExcellent organizational & planning skills: ability to effectively multi-task and manage a broad spectrum of responsibilities with the appropriate sense of urgency.
\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.
\nHighly functional in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
\nFlexible, pro-active, and open-minded work style: the ability to work productively both independently and in a team-based environment.
\nFluent in English (verbal and written).
\nWillingness to travel locally.<\/p>\n
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