DEPARTMENT: Program
REPORTS TO: Project Manager
STAFF UNDERSUPERVISION: Field Assistant and Driver
DUTY STATIONS: Wolkitie
JOB TITLE CODE: OIE-PD-010
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
Orbis International is a nonprofit humanitarian organization that works in developing countries to save sight worldwide. Orbis prevents and treats blindness through hands-on training, public health education, improved access to quality eye care, and partnerships with local health care organizations in an effort to eliminate avoidable blindness. Orbis International-Ethiopia (License no. 1063) is a legally registered country office of this organization carrying out the same mission in Ethiopia since 1998.
A. JOB SUMMARY
The Field Coordinator will coordinate the implementation of the Operation Sight Accelerated TT Backlog Clearance Phase II in Gurage Zone. In addition, the field coordinator will also coordinate activities of other Trachoma SAFE strategy. .
B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Orbis International Ethiopia Operation Sight Project Manager, the Field Coordinator will have the following specific duties and responsibilities:
- Lead implementation of Operation Sight accelerated TT backlog clearance project in Gurage Zone
- Closely works with Project Manager and respective zonal and woreda health offices to ensure project activities and targets are met with the set timelines.
- Develops woreda based TT surgery plan and coordinates delivery of high volume and quality TT surgery.
- Ensure TT backlog clearance in the targeted woreda.
- Mobilize trained and skilled IECW to conduct outreaches and static TT surgery.
- Conduct supportive supervision and other TT surgery quality assurance interventions.
- Coordinate TT case finding activities in the implementation area and work diligently to find all TT cases in the project area
- Ensure TT surgery service is implemented in in all prevalent woredas and TT backlog is cleared from all woredas in the project area
- Create smooth communication with integrated eye care workers and other health sectors
- Organize review meetings with woreda health office and IECW.
- Develop and maintain trust and good relationships between Orbis and its partners by working in collaboration with the respective sector institutions, collaborating agencies, volunteer’s workers and communities in the project area.
- In collaboration with the trained Integrated Eye Care Workers (IECWs) and CHAs/volunteers as well as the health institutions, Woreda Health Offices and Zonal Health Department, plan and implement quality TT surgery services
- Provides and assists trainings for Integrated Eye Care Workers (IECWs), TT case finders such us Health Extension Workers (HEWs), Community Volunteers Community Health Agents (CHAs), and teachers and other relevant bodies that can contribute to blindness prevention
- Facilitates the link between the zones, Woredas, health facilities, community and Orbis International-Ethiopia.
- Prepare quarterly a well-prepared case study and submit to the Project Manager timely
- Prepare annual, quarterly and monthly plans together with partners and submit to the Project Manager.
- Prepare reports for the different trainings conducted in the project area and submit to the Project Manager
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports against the plan and submit to the Project Manager
- Participate in mid-term and final evaluations as well as meetings, as needed.
- Maintain adequate records of activities, reports and baseline data of the project area.
- Follows up the timely and judicious utilization of resources by partners and monitor the timely submission of activity and financial reports.
- Handle some petty cashes transferred to the project coordination office accounts and timely settling.
- Work with the Project Manager and HR Unit in fulfilling the field office employees compliance requirements and meet Operations Department monthly and periodic reporting, like HR status, leave, time sheet and etc.
- Follow-up collection of models 19 for all dispatched supplies in time and share to the Operations Department
- Ensures Orbis Ethiopia resources are deployed for the intended purpose and protected from mis appropriations
- Implement fleet movement guidance all the time and comply security protocols and report any security incident a head of the trip
- Follow up vehicle maintenance & servicing is done in line with fleet policy and further guidance of the operations department
- Ensures office utilities and bills are paid in time and keep proper documentations
- Work closely with the Project manager and Operations department to create an environment where Orbis Ethiopia employees’ security and safety is protected all the time
- Perform any other related activities as may be assigned to her/him by his/her supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- MPH/B.Sc. degree in Public Health / Ophthalmic Officer or other health related fields with at least 4 years of experience.
- At least one year of demonstrated experience in eye care programs implementation and service delivery.
- Experience in blindness prevention, trachoma, and/or preventive ophthalmology is an advantage.
- Speaking the local language of the project area population is an asset
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Good command of written and spoken English.
- Basic IT skills particularly word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal & written) required.
- Able to interact and (manage) people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to foster an open trusting work environment.
- Ability to lead a team in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)-based environment.
- Accepts accountability for works planned and promised and respect deadlines.
- Supports a customer-centered approach to programs, services, and systems.
Employment Duration: Until February 28, 2028 with possibility of extension depending on availability of budget
Women applicants are encouraged to apply
Orbis is an inclusive organization that embraces diversity and equity across all aspects of our work and prioritizes partnership with other diverse and equity-focused entities.
Orbis has a zero tolerance for safeguarding violations. Protection from all forms of abuse is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct both during and outside work hours. All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.
Orbis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As a global organization, we welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and cultures who reflect the five Orbis values of Accountability, Commitment, Innovation, Integrity and Equity.
To learn more about Orbis, go to http://www.orbis.org