SOS Children's Villages Project Officer, Health Jobs in Ethiopia
SOS Children's Villages Project Officer, Health Jobs in Ethiopia
Job DescriptionWho we areSOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children’s Villages International Federation.
The organization started its humanitarian work with the opening of its first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. The organization has been providing life-saving provisions such as food, water and health services for a very significant number of children devastated by severe drought and the subsequent famine.
Today, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care and are at risk of losing their parental care. Working in close collaboration with international donors, local government and community based organizations across seven program locations; SOS Children’s Villages Ethiopia aspires that every child grows up with love, respect and security.
Why we need you?
We are looking for a Project officer, Health who will be responsible for providing preventive, rehabilitative and supportive health services to the project targets such as young mothers, adolescent girls, caregivers & children and play an important role in health promotion and advises on health related issues of the project.
What we provide
An amazing work environment that promotes personal growth through providing professional space to grow and advance your career
Your role
As a Project officer, Health you will be in charge of the following:
Preparing, implementing and monitoring short, midterm and long-term plans on heath related services or activities.
Training target
groups on youth friendly Sexual Reproductive Health and Family Planning.
Identifying & training peer educators on Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH).
Training selected health extension workers & health professionals on youth friendly service delivery.
Coordinating the provision of supports to the existing public youth centers.
Providing support for public health centers (Hospitals & Health Centers) to strengthen /establish youth friendly services.
Preparing awareness raising sessions on SRH for public secondary schools using different strategies such using IEC/BCC materials.
Preparing awareness raising session for young mothers & Adolescent girls on sexual violence protective measures.
Nurturing a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
Educating and guiding beneficiaries on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
Job Requirements
Then check out our criteria’s:
BSC Degree in nursing/health Officer
Minimum of four years relevant work experience as a health professional
Demonstrated understanding of the Ethiopian
Healthy policy
Fluent spoken and written English
Experience in Monitoring, evaluation and reporting is an advantage
Makes ethical decisions related to consent and confidentiality
Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with children, caregivers, health institutions and Programme Coordinators
Good report writing skills
Ability to work under stressful situation
Respect, accountability, courage, interpersonal skills, problem solving
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Power Point)
The Pluses:
Fluency in the language(s) spoken in target communities
Motorbike driving skill and license
Previous experience working with international NGO's
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; SOS Children's Villages Project Officer, Health Jobs in Ethiopia
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