CLINICAL OFFICER
North Star Alliance is a public-private partnership that is establishing a network of roadside health clinics at major truck stops and border crossings in Africa. Roadside Wellness Centres(RWCs) offer a practical, low-barrier and low-cost response to the transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) among the transport industry and also provide diagnosis and treatment of other ailments. North Star is seeking forClinical Officersto provide services at the Roadside Wellness Centres in (Dar es Salaam, Iringa and Mbeya-Tunduma) Tanzania. The position reports to the Country Manager.
Duties and responsibilities
Examining, diagnosing, treating and counseling of target groups at the RWC.
Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) among long distance truck drivers, sex workers and the community members with whom they interact. This shall be done in accordance with the National guidelines provided by the Ministry of Health or other relevant Ministries.
Ensure effective use of syndromic approach to management of STIs, Malaria and other common illnesses.
Management of Opportunistic Infections (OIs).
Screening for Tuberculosis.
Adherence monitoring of use of medication particularly for TB and HIV cases.
Develop proper records of all HIV and TB infected patients served and ensure follow up.
Provide health education and counseling to the truck drivers, commercial sex workers and communities with whom they interact
Recording data according to North Star Alliance’s specifications.
Preparing and submitting reports within set deadlines.
Meet all performance targets.
Refer all cases requiring specialized care and management to relevant health facilities and or services.
Organize outreach activities in collaboration with other partners and stakeholders
Requirements
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized Institution.
Must be registered by Clinical Officers’ Council
A degree in Clinical Medicine or Social sciences will be an added advantage
Over 3 years’ experience in a reputable health institution/facility
Strong personality with good leadership skills
Ability to prepare timely reports
Excellent inter-personal, negotiation and communication skills
Proficient in English and local languages
IT literate (Word, Excel and internet)
Familiar with local structures.
If you meet the above requirements please submit your application (cover letter, CV and copies of Certificates/testimonials), stating current and expected remuneration to:
The Finance/Human Resources Manager
North Star Alliance East Africa
P.O. Box 165 – 00202
Nairobi.
earecruitement@northstar-alliance.org
www.northstar-alliance.org
On or before 25th July2015
North Star Alliance is a public-private partnership that is establishing a network of roadside health clinics at major truck stops and border crossings in Africa. Roadside Wellness Centres(RWCs) offer a practical, low-barrier and low-cost response to the transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) among the transport industry and also provide diagnosis and treatment of other ailments. North Star is seeking forClinical Officersto provide services at the Roadside Wellness Centres in (Dar es Salaam, Iringa and Mbeya-Tunduma) Tanzania. The position reports to the Country Manager.
Duties and responsibilities
Examining, diagnosing, treating and counseling of target groups at the RWC.
Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) among long distance truck drivers, sex workers and the community members with whom they interact. This shall be done in accordance with the National guidelines provided by the Ministry of Health or other relevant Ministries.
Ensure effective use of syndromic approach to management of STIs, Malaria and other common illnesses.
Management of Opportunistic Infections (OIs).
Screening for Tuberculosis.
Adherence monitoring of use of medication particularly for TB and HIV cases.
Develop proper records of all HIV and TB infected patients served and ensure follow up.
Provide health education and counseling to the truck drivers, commercial sex workers and communities with whom they interact
Recording data according to North Star Alliance’s specifications.
Preparing and submitting reports within set deadlines.
Meet all performance targets.
Refer all cases requiring specialized care and management to relevant health facilities and or services.
Organize outreach activities in collaboration with other partners and stakeholders
Requirements
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized Institution.
Must be registered by Clinical Officers’ Council
A degree in Clinical Medicine or Social sciences will be an added advantage
Over 3 years’ experience in a reputable health institution/facility
Strong personality with good leadership skills
Ability to prepare timely reports
Excellent inter-personal, negotiation and communication skills
Proficient in English and local languages
IT literate (Word, Excel and internet)
Familiar with local structures.
If you meet the above requirements please submit your application (cover letter, CV and copies of Certificates/testimonials), stating current and expected remuneration to:
The Finance/Human Resources Manager
North Star Alliance East Africa
P.O. Box 165 – 00202
Nairobi.
earecruitement@northstar-alliance.org
www.northstar-alliance.org
On or before 25th July2015
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