The Officer, Community Health Worker is integral to the Community Health Workers (CHWs) structure, focusing on the detection, reporting, and response to health events at the community level. This position will engage in the integrated supervision of disease worker activities and contribute to the improvement of worker indicators for vaccine-preventable diseases within the assigned health zone. The role involves close collaboration with the primary health facility and authorities in assigned community to enhance local disease worker and ensure timely interventions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
· Conduct the community-based worker (CBS) activities using standard tools, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of health events including Acute Flaccid Paralysis and other vaccine preventable diseases.
· Collect, compile, and report CBS data, and maintain a reliable database for tracking trends and potential outbreaks
· Participate in regular training sessions for CHWs on worker techniques, data collection, and reporting protocols.
· Ensure the availability of material resources (sampling kits, investigation forms, logistical sheets, etc.) in the health facilities visited.
· Build the capacity of key informants in disease worker
· Participate in rapid response at community level during health events or outbreaks, in coordination with primary health facility and local health authorities.
· Ensure proper collection and quality of the collected samples and their transport to the health facilities.
· Work with CHWs to develop and disseminate health education materials tailored to community needs and cultural practices.
· Serve as the key liaison between CHWs, local health facilities, and regional health authorities to ensure a cohesive approach to public health worker.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.
ü Typically, bachelor's degree in public health, nursing or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ü Experience in community health, worker, or a related area.
ü Strong leadership and organizational skills.
ü Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
ü Fluency in local languages.
v Salary and Benefits:
- As Per IMC Salary Scale.
- Social Security.
- Medical Insurance.
- Life Insurance.
v Ethical Conduct at International Medical Corps:
As part of a global, humanitarian team dedicated to saving lives, easing suffering, and building self-reliance, International Medical Corps staff are responsible for adhering to our Code of Conduct and Ethics and for knowing and abiding by International Medical Corps policies and standards. All staff play a vital role in preventing violations of our Code of Conduct and Ethics, including conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption, and any kind of exploitation or abuse. International Medical Corps is also committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment free of harassment, bullying, and other misconduct, enabling staff to build and maintain professional, respectful working relationships.
International Medical Corps prioritizes safeguarding the populations with whom we work from exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children and adults at risk, and/or any form of trafficking in persons. International Medical Corps is committed to engaging members of crisis-affected communities to participate in meaningful ways in a crisis response, including making informed decisions about the assistance they receive, mitigating potential risks, and holding us accountable for the commitments we make. All staff are expected to support International Medical Corps’ culture of accountability toward our stakeholders, particularly the crisis-affected communities and individuals we serve.
As part of International Medical Corps’ commitment to a speak-up culture and as one of the primary ways we collectively hold ourselves accountable for complying with the ethical principles and standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Ethics, all staff are required to report suspected or actual misconduct or violations of organizational policies. Our Code of Conduct and Ethics and Whistleblower Policy prohibit any form of retaliation against whistleblowers or individuals who report a concern in good faith. Staff who violate these protections may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contractual relationship with International Medical Corps.
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International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status.
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WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
This position is urgently required, and recruitment will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the vacancy may be filled before the closing date.
Ø Note: If the required number of applicants is met, the link may be closed before the end of the time given for the advertisement.
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