Senior RMNCAH-N Officer (Addis Ababa)

TITLE: Senior RMNCH-N Officer
PROGRAM: Integrated RMNCH + PPFP project (Anticipated)
REPORTS TO: Regional Team Leader
WORK LOCATION: Addis AbabaCOMPANY SUMMARY

EngenderHealth (EH) envisions a gender-equal world where all people achieve their sexual and reproductive health and rights. We believe this is essential for ensuring all people can attain their full potential. To realize this vision, we implement high-quality, gender-equitable programs that advance sexual and reproductive health and rights.

PROJECT SUMMARY

An integrated RMNCH + PPFP project is an anticipated project that will be implemented in different high caseload facilities found in different regions of Ethiopia. The project will be implemented at high caseload facilities, focused on FP, Maternal, Newborn, Immunization, and Nutrition (RMNCH-N) to reduce maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality through increased uptake of voluntary family planning and selected RMNCH-N services in high-impact areas in Ethiopia. To support the implementation of these activities, EngenderHealth is seeking a well-qualified Senior RMNCH-N program officer for the anticipated integrated RMNCH + PPFP project.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior RMNCH-N Officer, supervised by the Regional Team Leader, will be responsible for managing and providing technical assistance for the implementation of project-supported RMNCH-N programs implemented in high caseload facilities. The primary focus of the role will be to ensure the achievement of specific RMNCH-N targets in service readiness assessment, capacity building of healthcare providers through training and mentorship, and quality improvement initiatives. The Sr. RMNCH-N Officer will be expected to plan and carry out field-level activities, ensuring their effective implementation. The Sr. Officer will also coordinate and monitor the timely execution of program activities under the Sr. Officer’s responsibility. This will involve organizing and facilitating training sessions, mentorship programs, and regular site visits to support and strengthen the skills of healthcare providers working in public health facilities.

Additionally, the Sr. Officer will play a pivotal role in strengthening referral networking among healthcare facilities in the region. The technical expertise and assistance of the Sr. Officer will be important in guiding healthcare providers and ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. To realize this role, the Sr. Officer is expected to have strong project management skills and understand RMNCH-N programs. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are also important in building relationships with public health facilities and district health systems. Overall, the Sr. RMNCH-N Officer will contribute to the successful implementation of RMNCH-N programs, making a positive impact on the health and well-being of communities at the specific regions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• In collaboration with the regional team leader responsible for managing and overseeing the implementation of planned RMNCH-N program activities in the region.
• Collaborate in operational planning and carrying out field-level activities and ensure their effective implementation.
• Provide technical assistance at the health system and community level to support the achievement of specific project targets. This includes areas such as demand creation, service readiness assessment, capacity building of healthcare providers through training and mentorship, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Organizes and facilitates training sessions and mentorship programs for healthcare providers working in public health facilities. The Officer will play a crucial role in strengthening the skills and knowledge of healthcare providers to deliver high-quality healthcare services.
• Coordinates and monitors the timely execution of program activities under his/her responsibility. This involves ensuring that program activities are carried out according to planning and monitoring the progress and outcomes.
• Play a pivotal role in strengthening referral networking among healthcare facilities in the region. The Officer supports establishing and maintaining effective referral systems to ensure seamless and coordinated care for patients.
• Provides technical expertise and assistance on RMNCH-N programs to guide healthcare providers in delivering high-quality healthcare services.
• Effectively plan field-level operational activities and implement and monitor activities. Ensure that activities are on track, deadlines are met, and resources are utilized efficiently.
• Build relationships with public health facilities, district and zonal health systems.
• Collaborates with various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government authorities, and community members, to ensure the successful implementation of RMNCH-N programs.
• Assist in introducing improvement tools implemented through the project to the public system.
• Identify with other technical staff and counterparts’ lessons learned and potential best practices related to RMNCH-N and participate in the documentation and dissemination of best practices.
• Collaborate to work on other relevant activities as provided by his supervisor.
• Travel up to 80% of the time and support other regions as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in public health and nursing with a minimum of 7 years for first degree & 5 years’ experience for master’s degree.
• Experience in managing and implementing health programs, preferably in the areas of Family planning, reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, immunization and nutrition (RMNCH-N) services.
• Experience in working with communities of applied regions.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively providing technical assistance and competency-based training to counterparts on maternal health, Family planning, newborn, and child health and nutrition intervention.
• Experience in training facilitation and mentorship of healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and networking with various stakeholders, including public health facilities and district health systems.

ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS

• Committed to EngenderHealth’s core organizational values of reflection, inclusion, integrity, respect, and transformation.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop the technical capacity of technical field-level staff.
• Excellent skills in facilitation, team building, and coordination.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, as well as negotiation and management skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task, work independently, flexible, and adaptable.
• Excellent computer skills, with knowledge of necessary analytic software applications
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and demands, establish priorities, and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment; accuracy and attention to detail in the performance of duties are of critical importance.
• Outstanding ability to interact with experts and collaborators across multiple disciplines, program areas, and cultures with exceptional ability to lead, mentor, and support teams.
• Ability to tailor data collection approaches to local needs, interests, and capabilities.

PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Fluency in English language proficiency is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of the local language

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed and assigned.

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