Supervision
Under the direct supervision of community health officer supervisor
Under the technical supervision project manager – medical coordinator
Under the overall supervision deputy project manager
In supervision of community health workers
overall mission1general objectiveUnder the direct supervision of the community health supervisor, the community health officer is responsible for the set-up and activities development of the community health network; and all community health intervention and outreach approach as based on pui health intervention strategy in supported catchment area of phcc, mhc and other priority assigned areas.responsabilities and tasksactivities implementation
Lead the scale up plan for developing the community health network in the areas assigned in the project intervention framework.
Lead the implementation process of the tracking system for referrals from the community tthe phcc and liaise with the community health officers supervisor for the activities related treferral with the phcc (e.g. Follow up special cases, immunization drop outs).
Ensure that community health workers have the necessary information on the referral system and provided services and properly understand the activities tbe implemented in the framework of the project.
Responsible of provision of trainings tcommunity health workers on thematic of public health importance for the community and relevant aspects for the collaborative work with the community health workers, nurses and midwives.
Responsible of the all community health interventions and activities defined, s/he follows up on the master work plan together with the community health supervisor.
Report immediately any difficulty or delay faced in the implementation of activities tthe direct manager.
Report tthe community health officer supervisors data registration.
team management
Supervise community health workers and ensure the timely implementation of their activities.
Coordinate the work of all community health workers: work plans, progress toward targets, and frequency of submitting collected data.
Ensure coordination with pui staff and stakeholders concerning community intervention activities.
Support community workers in improving their performance.
Routine field visits tmonitor community workers activities.
Continuously collect feedback from community workers and ensure the communication tthe community health supervisor.
logistic & administrationDefine the needs in materials and tools required tconduct trainings, health campaigns and outreach activities.organize and coordinate training sessions: venue, attendees, and support materials.Reporting & data collection
Collect and report information on identified cases from community health workers.
Identify the number of assessed individuals by the community health workers progress towards assigned target.
Document and report training sessions and feedback from participants.
Responsible of compile and report tthe direct superior data on a weekly, monthly, quarter and annual basis or upon request.
Role and responsibilitiesSpecific objective and linked activities
provide trainings and capacity building tcommunity health workers.
ensure quality services provided by chw on the field.
report on community health workers development and performance.
directly report any difficulties or delays in the implementation of activities.
The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.2priorities of the departmentUnderstand the host community needs and the status of the nigerian idps distribution and contextParticipate tscale up plan the community network in the assigned catchment area supported by pui.In coordination with the community health supervisor, will be in charge of development and provision of intensive training curriculum all year around for community health workers and other key staff for the community interventionProvide consolidated and quality reports on a weekly, monthly basis and compile reports or any ad hoc requested dataProvide continuous feedback tthe staff and on line superior on challenges, lessons learnt for continuous improvement on better health care at community levelQualificationsmandatory requirementsLanguage
skills: good command in english (speaking, reading & writing)
fluent in local languages – hausa, etc.
Education degree: university level in health field –qualification in public health or related field an asset
work
experience: proven experience working in ngos.
Knowledge and skills
good knowledge of community management/ management
excellent experience in conducting trainings and monitoring teams
excellent communication (especially in public) and diplomacy skills tmanage relationship in potentially tense situations
experience in conducting surveys
computer skills: good knowledge of the ms office software including word, excel, outlook
Assets interests: working in humanitarian relief, interest for social issues transversalsskills
Strong motivation thelp people in need
Conflict resolution and diplomacy experience
Ability tadapt or change priorities according tthe changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
Understanding of the political situation in the area
Ability tanalyze and suggest improvements of the activities
Well organized and hard worker
Able tmanage stress and pressure
Understanding of the context of the area
Reliability
Neutrality
Able tcheck validity of information, logical thinkingo
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