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In partnership with BigWin and MOH PATH is starting implementation of a project that named Early Childhood Development in conflict affected areas to promote nurturing care for children affected by the conflict in northern Ethiopia. Early recovery strategies begin immediately after the disaster occurs and should include self-sustaining, nationally owned, and resilient processes for post-crisis recovery.
While the emphasis on post-conflict recovery is on reconstructing vandalized health centers and hospitals, it is crucial to revitalize the health extension program which is the backbone of Ethiopia’s primary healthcare system and deliver critical MCH services that have been disrupted by the conflict. It is also essential to strengthen nutrition service delivery and ensure the integration of interventions to promote child development and buffer children affected by the conflict from long-term developmental consequences. When successfully rolled out, this investment is expected to raise awareness and attract additional investment in the early years in the conflicted-affected areas and beyond. It will also provide real-world example that can inform future investments and decision making.
PATH seeks to recruit Project Associates for its new project-Early Childhood Development (ECD) in conflict affected areas. The incumbent will serve as a member of the project team, coordinating the project implementation at woreda and community level and providing technical and coordination support to the woreda health office and primary health care units (PHCU).
Major duties and responsibilities:
Project management
Routine health service restoration & integration of ECD interventions in the post conflict setting
Learning through play
Parental mental health
Social and behavioral change communication (SBCC)
Multisectoral and multi-partner alignment and engagement
Monitoring and Evaluation
Job Location: Selected woredas in South Welo, North Welo, Waghimra and North Shewa zones in Amhara Region Ethiopia
Number of Positions: 6
Duration of Employment: 9-12 months