Location: Kunduchi, Dar es Salaam Tanzania
We are looking for a motivated candidate for the role of Health Project coordinator. Gain great experience working with a small NGO in Tanzania!
The Project facilitates the delivery of medical treatment and First Aid services to over 600 children in Dar es Salaam with the goal of improving their well-being and to help them ultimately fulfill their potential.
We are currently seeking a full-time Health Project coordinator to help us manage our Health Project in Tanzania. This is a great position for someone who is passionate about uplifting the health of children from marginalised background, health education and small scale project management
Roles and Responsibilities:
Work closely with Health Project Manager and other team members to implement health-related activities at our partners in Dar es Salaam (3 orphanages, a day care center and a primary school)
Periodically escort children from our partners to hospitals/clinics
Assess First Aid Cabinets at all partners on a monthly basis and purchase First Aid supplies to restock the cabinets accordingly
Purchase medicine for children when prescribed by a doctor
Update and maintain an organised filing system to track data of child beneficiaries, stakeholders and hospital invoices
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of activities and partnerships through field visits, interviews and phone calls with partners
Organise Driver’s schedule for children’s medical visits and administrative activities
Organise and deliver health education workshops for the child beneficiaries and their caregivers
Network with other actors in the Health Sector, including NGOs, Health Officials, medical professionals and health-related companies
Work with the Health Project Manager to continually conceptualise new ideas and plan new projects
Account for project expenses
Report regularly to the Health Project Manager and Field Manager
Perform other administrative and project-related tasks as requested.
Required Competencies:
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Social Work, Development or other relevant discipline
Understanding of the Health Sector (private and public) in Dar es Salaam, including hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and referral systems
Strong computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Internet, etc.)
Written and oral fluency in English and Kiswahili, and strong ability to translate between English and Kiswahili
Self-motivated and able to work well under minimal supervision
Productive, punctual and strong work ethic
Flexibility and willingness to chip in where needed
Passionate about serving vulnerable children and youth
A positive and friendly attitude when representing help2kids externally and with other staff/volunteers
Effective and efficient communicator with staff and external partners
Ability to work well with a team of Tanzanian staff and international staff and volunteers
Ability to work well with limited resources in a sometimes challenging environment,
Beneficial Competencies:
Academic or professional experience in medical practice/first aid training
Strong knowledge of public health promotion
Experience in organising and hosting workshops
Existing network of contacts in the Health Sector of Dar es Salaam
Knowledge and professional background on monitoring and evaluating health-related projects
Driving ability
Compensation:
Modest salary
1 year Commitment
Lunch available on-site
Work phone and computer
Start early February
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit application to : xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxx.com
(Email available to members / subscribers ONLY )
We are looking for a motivated candidate for the role of Health Project coordinator. Gain great experience working with a small NGO in Tanzania!
The Project facilitates the delivery of medical treatment and First Aid services to over 600 children in Dar es Salaam with the goal of improving their well-being and to help them ultimately fulfill their potential.
We are currently seeking a full-time Health Project coordinator to help us manage our Health Project in Tanzania. This is a great position for someone who is passionate about uplifting the health of children from marginalised background, health education and small scale project management
Roles and Responsibilities:
Work closely with Health Project Manager and other team members to implement health-related activities at our partners in Dar es Salaam (3 orphanages, a day care center and a primary school)
Periodically escort children from our partners to hospitals/clinics
Assess First Aid Cabinets at all partners on a monthly basis and purchase First Aid supplies to restock the cabinets accordingly
Purchase medicine for children when prescribed by a doctor
Update and maintain an organised filing system to track data of child beneficiaries, stakeholders and hospital invoices
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of activities and partnerships through field visits, interviews and phone calls with partners
Organise Driver’s schedule for children’s medical visits and administrative activities
Organise and deliver health education workshops for the child beneficiaries and their caregivers
Network with other actors in the Health Sector, including NGOs, Health Officials, medical professionals and health-related companies
Work with the Health Project Manager to continually conceptualise new ideas and plan new projects
Account for project expenses
Report regularly to the Health Project Manager and Field Manager
Perform other administrative and project-related tasks as requested.
Required Competencies:
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Social Work, Development or other relevant discipline
Understanding of the Health Sector (private and public) in Dar es Salaam, including hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and referral systems
Strong computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Internet, etc.)
Written and oral fluency in English and Kiswahili, and strong ability to translate between English and Kiswahili
Self-motivated and able to work well under minimal supervision
Productive, punctual and strong work ethic
Flexibility and willingness to chip in where needed
Passionate about serving vulnerable children and youth
A positive and friendly attitude when representing help2kids externally and with other staff/volunteers
Effective and efficient communicator with staff and external partners
Ability to work well with a team of Tanzanian staff and international staff and volunteers
Ability to work well with limited resources in a sometimes challenging environment,
Beneficial Competencies:
Academic or professional experience in medical practice/first aid training
Strong knowledge of public health promotion
Experience in organising and hosting workshops
Existing network of contacts in the Health Sector of Dar es Salaam
Knowledge and professional background on monitoring and evaluating health-related projects
Driving ability
Compensation:
Modest salary
1 year Commitment
Lunch available on-site
Work phone and computer
Start early February
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit application to : xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxx.com
(Email available to members / subscribers ONLY )
