Clinical Nurse / Yirgachefie (2 Positions)

Location: Yirgachefie

Organization: Mekdim Ethiopia National Association (MENA)

Deadline: Jan 4, 2025

Job Description

URGENT INTERNAL/EXTERNALVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Mekdim Ethiopia National Association (MENA) is an indigenous national non-governmental, non-political and not for profit humanitarian organization working in the area of HIV/AIDS prevention, care, treatment and support services for the past 30 years throughout the country.

Accordingly, MENA is now in process of recruiting employees for its Global-Fund/GC7-HIV Prevention Project sub-granted from CCRDA aimed at “Expanding Access to Comprehensive HIV Prevention and Care Services for Key and Priority Populations in Selected High-Incidence Woredas/Towns”  of South Ethiopia and Oromia Regional State Government; thus, the organization invites interested and competent candidates on the following vacant posts:

Job Description for Clinical Nurse – Drop-In Center (DIC)

1. Job Summary

• Position Title: Clinical Nurse
• Reports To: DIC Coordinator or Project Coordinator
• Required No: 2
• Work Location: Yirgachefie
• Gender: (M/F)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Negotiable

2. Job Purpose

The Clinical Nurse will deliver essential health services at the Drop-In Center (DIC), including clinical care, counseling, referrals, and health education. They will maintain high standards of professionalism and create a welcoming environment for all clients.

3. Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Provide medical care, including first aid and treatment for minor illnesses or injuries.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings for DIC clients.
• Counsel clients on reproductive health, mental health, HIV/AIDS prevention, and substance use.
• Dispense medications per prescriptions and provide usage guidance.
• Administer vaccinations, wound care, and other nursing procedures.
• Create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for all clients.
• Facilitate workshops and discussions on health, life skills, and preventive care.

Coordination and Referrals

• Identify clients requiring specialized care and make timely referrals.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local healthcare facilities.
• Follow up on referrals to ensure clients receive appropriate care.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate medical and service records.
• Prepare and submit regular activity reports.
• Manage inventory and ensure adequate supplies of medical and non-medical items.
• Collect and report data for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

Safeguarding and Crisis Management

• Respond effectively to health emergencies and crises.
• Uphold safeguarding measures, especially for vulnerable populations.
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in handling client information.

Community Engagement

• Conduct outreach to promote DIC services.
• Foster relationships with community members, authorities, and partner organizations.

Capacity Building

• Participate in relevant training to enhance skills.
• Share best practices and lessons learned with team members.

4. Qualifications

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Health Officer from a recognized institution.
• Must be a licensed/registered nurse with a valid practicing certificate.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in community-based or public health settings.
• Experience with key populations such as youth, women, or individuals living with HIV/AIDS is advantageous.
• ART training and experience are added advantages.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in basic medical procedures and first aid.
• Strong interpersonal, counseling, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, and substance abuse issues.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in [local language] and English (both written and spoken).

5. Key Attributes

• Empathy and non-judgmental service delivery approach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic environments.

6. Working Conditions

• Based at the DIC, with occasional travel for outreach activities.
• May involve working evenings, weekends, or holidays, based on client needs.

7. Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their CV , cover letter, and relevant certifications to the following address within 7 days from the date of this vacancy announcement.

Yirgachefie Town Health Office to Mr. Asrat Hailu (09-16-18-27-43), or Mr. Abdissa Zeleke (09-11-72-66-30/09-16-66-56-53) or attach to: [abdissazeleke2016@gmail.com] before the application deadline.

Or potential applicant can use the following link for the application.

https://mekdimethiopia.org/vacancy

MENA highly encourage applications from women and people living with HIV.

Application deadline: January 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM

NB. MENA have the right to cancel the vacancy announcement and also only short-listed applicants will be communicated.