International Rescue Committee(IRC) would like to invite qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant post.
1. Clinical Nurse Officers
Location: Shire, Ethiopia
Required No:2
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
The Clinical Nurse Officer with the direct supervision of the Health and Nutrition team leader. Clinical Nurse Officer is responsible to oversee the project at Gota Biki and Erer Woredas of Siti zone. She/He will be timely reporting and supporting the HCs and Hospitals Health in any related Clinical Nurse activities and any other work required by the project in Target Woredas and maintenance of Partially damaged health and Nutrition sites.
Job Requirements:
Educational Requirements
BSC/Diploma in Nursing, or Public Health (Senior Clinical/Public Nurse or above).
Preferred experience & skills:
Minimum one year for post-graduate, two years working experience for Degree, and five years’ experience for Diploma holders out of which two years’ experience directly related to emergency health & nutrition-related fields Knowledge, training, and experience in clinical case management a HCs and Hospitals, IYCF and community mobilization/BCC
Demonstrated skills in program planning, implementation, and monitoring.
Demonstrated skills in peer group training, Training of Trainers, and development of training materials
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Local language.
Strong computer (Microsoft skills), all, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Language Skills:
English language speaking, and writing capability are mandatory plus Local Language is advantageous.
Certificates or Licenses:
Professional Licenses and other training on thematic areas and certificates are advantageous.
Deadline: May 28, 2024
2. EPI Data Officer – readvertisement
Location: Shire, Ethiopia
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
The health sector in Ethiopia currently implements activities in three distinct settings: A refugee health program that is involved in delivery of community based reproductive health services as well as HIV/AIDS prevention activities; and a child survival community-based treatment program and community surveillance for measles, tetanus, and polio and also Emergence Response Mechanism (ERM). The IRC also secured funding from Pfizer for the purpose of activities related to work with zero dose and under-immunized children in four districts with in three zones of Tigray. The Pfizer project EPI Data officer Under the Senior Gavi REACH officers & EPI specialist, the EPI data officer will accountable for collecting statistical data from the IRC-supporting HFs, Pfizer project health officers and Gavi REACH officers and generating periodic weekly and monthly reports and as needed statistical reports for program follow up and supervision purposes. The position holder will take part in the data auditing and verification activities to coordinate the delivery of high-quality services. The EPI data officer is expected to update the Gavi REACH and Pfizer project reporting tools as well as DHIS2 and HMIS information management systems on regular basis.
Job Requirements:
Education and experience
Health informatics/Health information technician/ computer science from a recognized college/University.
Work experience:
Minimum of two years for degree holders and one year of relevant experience for postgraduate and five years of relevant experience for diploma holders.
Work experience in immunization, and PHEM is an asset.
Good project management skills. Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage the implementation of ZDC in hard-to-reach areas.
Understanding of Expand program of immunization (EPI) and diseases surveillance /PHEM/ policy in Ethiopia.
Personal specifications:
Ability to work under pressure, long work hours and high workload.
Good interpersonal skills- verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual.
Work as part of a team as well as to work autonomously when required.
Ability to constructively address gaps and weaknesses.
Language Skills:
Strong oral and written communication skills in English,
Strong oral and written communication skills in Amharic and Tigrigna is plus
Certificates or Licenses:
Renewed Professional license.
Deadline: May 27, 2024
3. Environmental Health officer Re -advert
Location: Melkadida, Sumale
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
Reports to Environmental Health Manager and is accountable for technical oversight & support for water system development, construction management of projects in Hargele, Dolo bay areas as per the requirements.
Job Requirements:
Educational Requirements:
University degree in civil, Hydraulics and water resource, environmental engineering, or other related fields.
Work Experience Experience:
Minimum of two years for degree holders and one year of relevant experience for postgraduate and five years of relevant experience for diploma holders
+2 years’ experience in WASH project implementation.
Ability to work both independently and in a multifaceted, cross-functional distributed team structure.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Confirmed skill to work effectively with partners at all levels.
Ability to lead and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.
Preferred experience & skills:
Mandatory Committed to the mission and principles of the International Rescue Committee, Excellent computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet functions, excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, attention to detail, ability to communicate clearly and work under pressure to meet deadlines.]
Confirmed experience in construction /WASH facility design, construction monitoring, and contract management.
Confirmed experience in construction and water system design software and Aids; EPANET, AutoCAD, Google Earth, and Global Mapper.
experience in a humanitarian setting (refugee camps, rural development, or emergency response).
Have proficient in Windows, MS office programs, email, and database tools.
Language Skills:
Proficient in English writing and speaking skills and ability to speak the Local language is advantageous.
Deadline: May 28, 2024
4. Child Protection Officer- (Two Positions) Re-Advert
Location: Jijiga, Ethiopia
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Senior CP officer, CP Manager and with technical support from the CP technical unit of Addis Ababa, the CP Officers based in Dolo-Bay and Hargele woreda will supervise, coordinate, and manage the child protection (CP) program in a professional manner. She /he will demonstrate technical capability and assist the CP staff to make sure the program is holistic, upholding according to standards, procedures and principles of CP. The position holder will coordinate the various services available in the camp. The CP Officer will also mentor, coach, and build the technical capacities of CP team in the field.
Job Requirements:
Education Requirements
University Degree in Social Work, psychology/Sociology or Social Science, with 1 years for postgraduate, 2 years for a degree of proven experience specific to child protection programing.
Preferred experience and skills
NGO experience is a plus.
Experience in capacity building and mentoring.
Good digital literacy: MS Word and Excel.
Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills and flexibility.
Good understanding of CP program approaches and practice.
Confirmed experience in developing competency-based training modules
Experience in working with harmed and at-risk children in NGO working system.
Skills Required:
Supervisory/basic managerial skills.
Technical and report writing skills.
Key Working Relationships:
· The CP Officer will directly report to the senior CP officer with additional oversight from the CP manager and technically to the Child Protection team based in Addis Ababa.
Language Skills:
· English fluent is required.
· Local language is plus.
Deadline: May 28, 2024
5. Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
The Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator (SHNC) leads all health and nutrition programming in Ethiopia with a portfolio over $5M annually. In close collaboration with the Director for Programs and the Country Director, the SHNC will provide strategic leadership and technical support to all aspects of the health and nutrition programs.
The SHNC will contribute to the identification of programmatic priorities, design and direction and participate actively in the health and nutrition clusters, health sector coordination forums, other agencies and existing IRC programs. In addition, the Health and Nutrition Coordinator will seek opportunities to integrate health programs with other IRC programs and ensure that the health and nutrition programs are of the highest quality and implemented in accordance with IRC Ethiopia Strategic Action Plan (SAP), the Outcome
Evidence Framework (OEF) and related Theory of Changes (ToC) and National and International Health/Nutrition protocols, guidelines, and best practices.
The SHNC reports to the Director for Programs and directly supervises two Health and Nutrition Coordinators, one Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning Manager, and one Country Pharmacist.
Job Requirements:
Educational and work Requirements:
MD/RN or equivalent health related field with a Master’s/post-graduate degree in Public Health or other relevant field.
A minimum of 6 years’ work experience, of which at least 4 in managerial/coordination positions.
Adaptable to working with remote, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience in strategy development and working across sectors or disciplines.
Expertise in working with donors, project design, proposal development, and monitoring and evaluation, with the ability to turn concepts and strategy into measurable action.
Experience in technical tools and materials development and monitoring and evaluation.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills and ability to facilitate collaboration.
Outstanding capacity to quickly understand the evolving country context, portfolio, and overall programmatic needs.
Ability to transfer technical knowledge and skills.
Demonstrated commitment to staying informed and up to date with best practices.
Language Skills: Fluency in spoken and written English.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Deadline: May 27, 2024
Position:6. Pharmacy Technician Officer
Location:Jijiga, Ethiopia
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
This position will be based in Jijiga under the Jijiga field office and will directly reports to the IRC Jijiga Health and Nutrition Manager and technically report to the IRC country pharmacist based in Addis Ababa. The pharmacy technician officer will oversee the drugs, medical supplies, and nutrition commodities proper management at Mobile health and nutrition teams (MHNTs) operating in Afder zone (Hargelle, Dolo bay and Charati Woredas) and Siti zone (Biki Gota and Erer Woredas). He/she will be responsible for managing the proper storage, utilization, technically coaching the MHNT on dispensing and handling of the drugs at utilization points and distribution of pharma and commodities at the IRC supported government health facilities and IRC MHNT’s. He/She will be responsible in ensuring the IRC pharma standard operating procedures and guidelines are implemented at the IRC” s MHNTand IRC warehouses. The pharmacy technician officer will be responsible for collecting, organizing, and reporting of stock data, consumption data and client numbers addressed by the utilization and donation of drugs and related commodities.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy/clinical pharmacy with a minimum of three years of practical experience in managing drugs and medical commodities in humanitarian settings.
Preferred experience & skills:
Minimum work experience of 2 years for BSc Degree, 1 years for MPH/MSc Degree holders
2+ years of experience managing different projects in humanitarian contexts such as in international NGOs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications.
Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time.
Strong analytic problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional global team structure.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and excel.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to manage and work through change proactively and positively.
Address gaps and weaknesses.
In addition to the IRC ‘s core values/competencies: diligence, attention to critical details, a keen sense of work priorities, and resourcefulness in obtaining and researching meaningful information.
Dedication and commitment to work under stress; Self-motivated, transparent, highly responsible, and punctual.
Meets timelines for all reporting and delivery of outputs; Results-based attitude, as well as excellent organization skills.
Strong computer skills, with a good knowledge of MS Office Windows (Word, Excel, Access) and virtual platform
Language Skills:
English language speaking and writing capability are mandatory plus local language is advantageous.
Deadline: May 28, 2024
7. Water Technician
Location:Sherkole, Bīnshangul Gumuz
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
The water technician report administrative to the Camp manager with technically EH Manager the Water Technicians will be responsible for overall facilitation, supervising water supply system operation, installation of water supply system electromechanical parts, pipe lines, regular application of water quality testing with chemicals & ensuring proper operation & regular maintenance of the water supply facilities including, surface water treatment, bore hole water sources equipment, dewatering pumps, installation and maintenance of water collection points in Sherkole refugee camp. Ensure availability of generators, surface pumps, submersible pumps, hand pumps, all accessories related with the operation of water system and generator sets installed towards supply of safe water.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:
Degree holder 2 years in Electricity or Auto mechanics and post graduate 1 year working experience.
Diploma and/or (10+3) TVET in Electricity or Auto mechanics from colleges and with 5 years of relevant demonstrated experience; Auto Mechanic/Electricity graduates.
Diploma plus certificate in Electromechanical or plumbing installation Technology from recognized institution, Experience in surface, submersible and solar driven pumps and generators operation & maintenance is helpful.
Preferred experience & skills:
Knowledge and experience on the operation of motorized water supply schemes
Have demonstrated experience on the generators and submersible pumps problem detection and servicing.
Have good ability in communication and coordination capacity within the staff and refugee incentives and community.
NGOs experience is desirable.
Strong and proven track record to prioritize and deliver on time.
Strong analytic problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with partners at all levels.
Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadline.
Language Skills:
Communication skill spoken in English, Local language and/or Amharic is a plus
Deadline: May 29, 2024
8. WPE-CP Manager
Location: Bokolmayo, Somali
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
The WPE-CP Manager will be responsible to provide program/technical and operational support to the emergency program activities for GBV/CP response under Melkadida office, Dolobay and Hargelle Woredas of Somali Region. The post reports directly to the Field Manager and technically to the WPE-CP technical teams in Addis (Child Protection and Education Manager and the Women’s Protection and Empowerment Manager), who will provide technical oversight, guidance, and performance review.
The incumbent should have a solid understanding and work experience in humanitarian contexts/refugee responses in country or in the region, ideally with a particular focus on vulnerable and marginalized women children and adolescents. Strong skills in protection (emergency + development contexts), community engagement, client responsiveness and training are an asset. The post holder will be always guided by the IRC’s child safeguarding protocols. The position holder will be responsible for initiation, implementation, regular progress updates and reporting and closure of the afore-mentioned project. The postholder will liaise with senior management and programme colleagues to ensure uptake and ensure cross sector engagement, especially between the CP and WPE teams.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:
MA/MSc or equivalent in psychology, Gender studies Mental health, public health, psychiatry nursing, Social Science, Humanities or other related social/health science field of study with 3 years of relevant experience. 4 years of relevant experience with a first-degree BA. With significant psychosocial support and counseling experience and training considered
Preferred Experience & skills:
Proven experience in implementing child protection and GBV initiatives, field-based assessments and working with local organizations in humanitarian/early recovery contexts.
Demonstrated understanding of working with children in line with principles of do no harm.
Personal qualities: Team player, ability to connect with a wide range of audiences, flexible, able to handle pressure well.
A very high degree of autonomy, an ability to organize work and work well with a team with varied strengths.
Use of computer tools (outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to communicate and develop good relationships with communities and community organization, using a participatory approach.
Physical and psychological ability to work under pressure,
The employee must be flexible and able to respond to the requirements and instructions of their supervisor for the needs of the department.
Willingness to travel to IRC project areas.
Creative, solution oriented and adaptable
Strong analytical, presentation, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Able to handle pressure well and work independently with initiative as well as with a team.
Language Skills:
Fluency in English is mandatory and Somali language is Advantageous.
Deadline: May 28, 2024
9. ERD Project Manager
Location: Jijiga, Somali
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
IRC is planning to undertake integrated and comprehensive lifesaving Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Health, Nutrition, cash assistance, livelihoods support, Protection, and Agriculture response interventions for flood and drought affected IDPs and host communities in Afder and Sitti Zones of Somali region, Ethiopia. In alignment with USAID/BHA’s mission to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the impact of disasters by helping people in need become more self-reliant, IRC will administer comprehensive multi-sector and multi-site, humanitarian interventions which will allow vulnerable communities reeling from flood, extended drought, recurrent humanitarian, and climatic disasters to recover and regain control of their lives. The main objective of the Economic Recovery and Market Systems (ERMS):
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:
BA/BSc or MA/MSc degree in Social Science fields, International Development, Agriculture, Economics, Disaster risk management or related relevant field of studies
Preferred experience & skills:
4 years of proven experience with the first degree and 3 years of experience for post graduates.
At least 1 year of managerial experience.
NGO experience is a plus.
Proven leadership skills
Project management experience
Proposal and report writing skills.
Effective communication internally and externally towards government and NGOs, donors, etc…
Leadership capacity in management of field teams: Team building, ability to develop a common vision, maintain morale and acceptable behavior at base level.
Substantive knowledge and experience of sustainable livelihoods and resilience programs management.
Proven track record of effective management: planning, monitoring, budget oversight, logistics, leadership, particularly in unstable environment.
Demonstrated experience of integrating gender, protection, and diversity into emergency response programs.
Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time.
Strong analytic problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional global team structure.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.
Language Skills: Proficient spoken and written English is mandatory and the local language is advantageous.
Deadline: May 28, 2024
10. MHNT Nutrition Officer
Location: Jijiga, Somali
Required No:2
Currency: United States Dollar
Job Summary:
The MHNT Nutrition Officer is a member of the IRC health team and will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the IRC’s MHNTs Nutrition activities in Afder zone charati Woreda and Gota Biki and Erer woredas of Siti zone. (S)He will primarily coordinate and implement effective medical logistics for the emergency health and nutrition program, from strategic design to implementation of a timely and appropriate medical and Nutrition supplies’ management, in line with organizational and international standards.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Educational and Preferred experience
BSC/MPH/MSC in Nutrition
Minimum work experience of 2 years for BSc Degree and 1 year for MPH/MSc Degree holders and five years for diploma holders
NGO experience in emergency health response project activities is preferable.
Demonstrable experience in working with communities in participatory approaches and capacity building of health centers.
Ability to plan, organize, and supervise implementation of emergency health response projects.
Skills required:
Good technical and report writing skills with computer skills and knowledge.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications.
Self-motivated, honest, highly responsible, punctual and ability to constructively address gaps and weaknesses.
Basic supervisory/managerial skills with strong inter-personal skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time.
Strong analytic problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional global team structure.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.
Language Skills:
English, languages speaking and writing capability are mandatory plus Somali Language is advantageous.
Deadline: May 29, 2024
Application way
Candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply only through the below IRC On-line recruitment website:
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Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.
Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
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Name of the position you have applied for
Date of application
Summary of your qualifications and experience
Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job
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