Zonal Project Officer ( Re-Advertisement ) Job at The Fred Hollows Foundation - 2015

Role Summery

 The Zone Project Officer is in charge of overviewing the trachoma program activities in his/her assigned zone in 15-18 woredas of West Shewa and Finfinne special zones. S/he provides support to the zonal health departments in strengthening the implementation of the WHO endorsed SAFE strategy for the elimination of blinding trachoma. S/he will work extensively with the zonal health department, woreda health offices, and with project partners (Zonal Water Office and Zonal, education office and others). S/He will be a member of the Zonal Project steering committee as well as any other zonal level program forums (WASH, Trachoma, etc.). S/he will be based in Ambo Town and is required to travel extensively to project woredas. The Zonal Project Officer reports to the Project Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

 

Develop annual implementation plans in collaboration with other colleagues and partners Coordinate, supervise and provide technical assistance for the implementation of full-fledged SAFE strategy in 15-18 woredas of North Shewa/West Shewa and Finfinne special zones. Provide technical assistance to woredas to incorporate SAFE strategy in woreda based planning Identify gaps and provide trainings and other capacity building measures to woredas to implementation of SAFE strategy. Participate in Zonal level Trachoma elimination Taskforce meetings Collaborate very closely with NGO partners, water and education offices at Zonal and woreda level   Supervise the activities of TT surgeons/Integrated Eye Care Workers Participate in operational researches Liaises, regularly communicates, and maintains good relations with key partners including Zonal Health Department, Woreda Health Offices, and Health facilities as well as NGO partners, water and education offices at Zonal and woreda level   Maintain adequate records of activities, reports and baseline data of the project area Prepare monthly and quarterly activity and financial utilization reports and submit to the country office Manage and maintain proper utilization of project resources, plan and coordinate logistics need for the implementation of the project. Supervise staff working under project

Compliance and planning

·         Actively participate in the preparation, implementation and reporting of plans and forecasts in line with agreed measures and timeframes.

·         Demonstrate compliance with all legislation and The Foundation’s policies and procedures.

·         Undertake training as required and agreed with manager.

·         Promote and model appropriate behaviour to support The Foundation’s culture, performance and brand

·         Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures of The Foundation and take all reasonable care that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of others in The Foundation.

Person Specification /Qualification

 

Essential:

At least BSc Degree in Public Health/Nursing/Ophthalmic Officer or related fields from a recognized institution

·         Minimum of five years of relevant experience in public health, eye care or disease prevention and control programs.

Desirable:

·         Master’s Degree  in public health or related discipline

·         Experience in Managing  trachoma programs 

·         NGO experience is an asset

 

Experience and skills requirements

•                      At least 5 years’ experience in Health  Programme Management in a complex work environment preferably in the NGO sector

•                      High sense of integrity, confidentiality and initiate sound judgment  Programme  implementation

•                      Should be a team player, positive change manager and result-oriented personality

•                      Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly, coupled with ability to influence, advise, and  work with partners at all levels

•                      Excellent computer skills

•                      Familiarity with  National  Health policy of Ethiopia and Particularly  of eye Health

•                      Ability to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changes in priorities.

•                      Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.

•                      Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and implement programme

•                      Employ problem-solving skills and analysis

No of Vacancies:         01(One)

Place Of Work:   Ambo, with frequent travel to West Shoa, FHFE Project Implementation Woredas 

Interested applicants can send a non-returnable copy of their CV and application letter, credentials and supporting documents in a sealed envelope to the address below within 7 calendar  days after the date of this announcement or email to :- hfeyisso@hollows.org

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of Children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that the Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

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