JOB Summary
Under the guidance of the Field Office Manager, Regional Program Manager based in the Hub, and the Senior MNCH Manger at the Country Office level, the position holder will be responsible for coordinating the CBNC activities in the respective zone and woredas. S/he will be responsible to provide technical and operational support in the overall implementation of CBNC project and strengthening of ICCM project which contributes to the reduction of neonatal and under five morbidity and mortality in the target zones. S/he will liaise with and work in coordination with government and non-governmental partners in the zone in implementing the project activities; and will serve as the focal point for the project in zonal level fora. S/he will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining working relationship with project partners to ensure synergy and maximize resources.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Project coordination & management
· Will be responsible for the program implementation within the zone: covering all woredas, all health centers, all health posts and all HEWs in the assigned Zone.
· With guidance and support from the Regional Project Manager, s/he will be responsible to coordinate the implementation of CBNC program in the Zone; creates synergy and efficient working relationship with IFHP staff at the zone and woreda level to ensure smooth program implementation.
· Leads /coordinates program launch at zonal level; supports project officers in the respective woreda level project launches.
· Leads and coordinates the initial mapping of facilities, health workers and HEWs within the zone; and supports the bi-annual updates of this information.
· Leads and supports capacity building of the zonal health departments, the woreda health offices and health facilities of program target zones to enable them successfully implement CBNC.
· Works closely with the Zonal Health Departments and the CBNC Officers in the Woredas to plan and execute CBNC trainings for health workers and HEWs; liaises with other child and newborn health partners to ensure program coherence and efficient use of resources.
· Works closely with the Zonal Health Departments in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the overall CBNC activities in the zones
· Provide technical and operational support to the Zonal Health Departments; coordinates and supports the conduct of joint supportive supervision to health workers at health centers and health extension workers at health posts.
· Works closely with the Zonal Health Departments and Woreda Health Offices to ensure availability and reliable supply of CBNC commodities and supplies for the successful implementation of the program
· Ensures that all CBNC, IMNCI and other trainings are of high standard and based on the national implementation plans.
· Ensures that regular supportive supervision of HEWs and health facilities, and review meetings are as per a clearly developed monitoring and mentoring schedule and are coordinated with IFHP led supervisions /review meetings
· Participates in the development of the work plan, ensures the achievement of specific assigned objectives.
· Provides guidance and support to CBNC staff in the woredas in meeting project objectives.
· Supports demand creation activities in the Zone through ensuring timely initiation and implementation of agreed upon activities
· Supports the implementation of M&E activities, including surveys, assessments and operations research
· Serves as sub-budget holder for the project: supports the development of annual phased budget for the respective zone and engages in periodic revisions as necessary; supports the development of DIPs and their periodic revision as necessary; leads and/or engages in monthly BVA meetings and follows up on action points
Reporting
· Prepares and submits timely plan and activity report to the Regional Project Manager as per agreed format and timeline.
· Prepares and submits weekly training report to Central team for submission to FMOH.
· Document & submits findings and recommendations of field visits for follow-up action.
· Contributes to documentation of good practices and lessons learnt.
· Prepares any other report that may be required to fulfil the government or donor requirement
Staff Supervision and management
· Supervises all the CBNC Project Officers in the respective zone.
· Provides day to day guidance and support to the Officers as it relates to their work both in the service side as well as demand creation /community level work.
· Approves performance objective of subordinates and conduct annual performance review. Provide staff coaching and mentoring.
· Institutes a system for monthly detail planning and reporting with the staff; follows up performance through face to face as well as frequent telephone communication.
External coordination and representation
· Building strong partnership and working closely with Zonal and Woreda Health Offices, as well as other non-governmental partners
· Serves as the project focal person in the Zone
· Represents the project and Save the Children in child and newborn health partnership fora as required
· Performs any other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the unit head/his or her supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
· BSc in public health or health related field
· At least 4 years of relevant work experience in MNCH of which at least two are within the NGO environment
· Computer literacy in all the Microsoft office applications, and internet literacy are required
· Proven ability to analyze data and write reports that are of high quality
· Trained on IMNCI / iCCM /CBNC
· Familiarity with the national IMNCI/ iCCM /CBNC program implementation
· Proven experience in organizing and facilitating trainings
· Excellent interpersonal communication skills (both written and verbal)
· Experience in working with multicultural team and complex projects
· Fluency in English, writing and speaking
· Knowledge of the local language
· Ability to work in team, strong negotiation and analytical skills; ability to multitask and work under pressure and tight deadlines.
· Willingness to travel outside of the base for up to 50% of his/her time
· Commitment to Save the Children values
Job Title | Program Coordinator-CBNC |
Code | 0711 |
Place of Work | Wolisso |
Programme/Unit | CBNC |
Monthly Salary in ETB | As per the organization scale |
No. of Positions | One |
Length of Contract | Until May 21, 2016 |
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