Responsibilities:
- Conduct village mapping (households, under-fives, pregnant women) and record health-related vital statistical data and population data in the camp.
- Conducting 8-10 household visits per day and distributing brochures.
- Raise health education and hygiene promotion among the targeted populations (proper hand washing, safe excreta disposal, safe household water management, campaigns, group discussions, home visits focusing on danger signs of sick child and early referral, home management of diarrhea and danger signs pregnant women)
- Screening for acute malnutrition using Mid Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC).
- Complete patient referral slips.
- Document awareness sessions conducted and compiled monthly reports.
Qualifications
- One year of experience in the delivery of health messages at a community level.
- Minimum, completion of secondary education.
- Certificate/training in first aid will be an asset
- Well known and accepted by the community.
- Demonstrable ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
- A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct.
- Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development
- Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
- Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context.
- Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience.
- Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity.
- Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must.
- Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.
Language/Travel:
- Arabic is required
- Travel: 100% to field sites in 20% as well as attending regional and global workshops and meetings.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Community Health Officer
Position directly supervises: Community Health Promoters
Indirect Reporting (If applicable):
Key Internal Contacts: health officers, health manager, CHPs, health team in HF
Key External Contacts: Beneficiaries
