Management and Development for Health (MDH), is a non-governmental organization with intent to contribute towards a robust health system, able to support delivery of quality health services through evidence based interventions and ultimately have a healthier and prosperous society. MDH works in partnership with various' organizations including local and international research institutions to support implementation of operational research activities to improve health care delivery service in Tanzania mainly provision of HIV care and treatment services, maternal and child health, nutritional interventions, prevention and control of Non Communicable Diseases (NCD). Through funding from Pathfinder International and CDC funding to strengthen the health information system in Tanzania, MDH seeks to recruit the following positions based in Dares Salaam
Field Officer (1 post)
Job Summary:
Reporting to Maternal and Child Health Manager, field officer will be
responsible in overseeing day to day implementation of the project
including engagement of community health workers in community
interventions to generate demand for modern contraceptives, provide
home based follow up for users of modern contraceptives and increase
awareness of comprehensive post abortion care services in 17 wards
of Temeke municipality.
Duties and responsibilities:
To coordinate and oversee day to day implementation of all project
activities
To participate in recruitment and orientation of CHW and CHW supervisors on the project and their responsibilities
To organize and undertake all trainings and other capacity building activities for CHWs and CHWs supervisors including mentorship, on-job training and supportive supervision
To provide' close follow up and supervision of the activities of community health workers (CHWs) and CHW supervisors to ensure that they meet their weekly, monthly and quarterly targets
To support and promote effective linkages and communication among CHWs, CHW supervisors, health care providers (HCPs) and health facilities governing boards so as to ensure successful referral and follow up across the continuum of care
To ensure appropriate community, local government leaders and health facility governing boards in the implementation wards are well informed about the project progress.
To provide technical assistance to CHWs and CHW supervisors in accurate documentation and reporting of project activities through the use of the mHealtn system
To conduct and support weekly and monthly meetings with CHW, CHW supervisors and health care providers (CHWs) as per project work-plan
To report to and update his/her supervisor on the progress of project implementation on weekly basis or as required by his/her supervisor
In collaboration with Field M&E officer, to prepare and submit to his/her supervisor all required project reports as per agreed timelines and work-plan
Perform any other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor
Required qualifications:
A college diploma in health or social welfare related field from a recognized academic institution. Additional training in reproductive health or community health interventions will be an added advantage
At least three year experience implementing reproductive health or community health related interventions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with the community and/or local community leaders and workers
Proficiency in both written and oral English and Swahili languages
Field Officer (1 post)
Job Summary:
Reporting to Maternal and Child Health Manager, field officer will be
responsible in overseeing day to day implementation of the project
including engagement of community health workers in community
interventions to generate demand for modern contraceptives, provide
home based follow up for users of modern contraceptives and increase
awareness of comprehensive post abortion care services in 17 wards
of Temeke municipality.
Duties and responsibilities:
To coordinate and oversee day to day implementation of all project
activities
To participate in recruitment and orientation of CHW and CHW supervisors on the project and their responsibilities
To organize and undertake all trainings and other capacity building activities for CHWs and CHWs supervisors including mentorship, on-job training and supportive supervision
To provide' close follow up and supervision of the activities of community health workers (CHWs) and CHW supervisors to ensure that they meet their weekly, monthly and quarterly targets
To support and promote effective linkages and communication among CHWs, CHW supervisors, health care providers (HCPs) and health facilities governing boards so as to ensure successful referral and follow up across the continuum of care
To ensure appropriate community, local government leaders and health facility governing boards in the implementation wards are well informed about the project progress.
To provide technical assistance to CHWs and CHW supervisors in accurate documentation and reporting of project activities through the use of the mHealtn system
To conduct and support weekly and monthly meetings with CHW, CHW supervisors and health care providers (CHWs) as per project work-plan
To report to and update his/her supervisor on the progress of project implementation on weekly basis or as required by his/her supervisor
In collaboration with Field M&E officer, to prepare and submit to his/her supervisor all required project reports as per agreed timelines and work-plan
Perform any other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor
Required qualifications:
A college diploma in health or social welfare related field from a recognized academic institution. Additional training in reproductive health or community health interventions will be an added advantage
At least three year experience implementing reproductive health or community health related interventions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with the community and/or local community leaders and workers
Proficiency in both written and oral English and Swahili languages
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested candidates should submit an application letter indicating the position applied for, a detailed copy of their.CV and contact information (email addresses and telephone numbers) of three work related referees by Friday 20th July 2015,
to the Human Resource Manager
to the Human Resource Manager
P.O. Box 79810,
Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania.
or dropped by hand at the MDH Head Office in Mikocheni, along Mwai Kibaki Road, Plot No. 802.
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
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