Partnership for Pastoralists Development Association [PAPDA] – Vacancy Announcement
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Partnership for Pastoralists Development Association [PAPDA] would like to invite qualified and interested job seekers to apply for the following vacant position.
Position 1: Health MEAL officer
Purpose of the Role
The Health MEAL Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and coordinating the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning activities of the Health/EPI program. This role ensures effective tracking of project progress, data quality, outcome measurement, and the integration of lessons learned to enhance program performance and contribute to evidence-based decision-making.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Data Management, Monitoring, Data Collection and Evaluation
Develop tools for monitoring demand generation activities and ensure accurate documentation of immunization records at all levels.
Design and implement data collection tools for tracking zero-dose children and support data analysis and reporting on immunization coverage and vaccine-preventable diseases.
Facilitate cold chain functionality assessments and support periodic evaluations, including end-line assessments, to measure immunization uptake and service quality.
Regularly monitor project progress, work with field offices to facilitate data collection, and collaborate on reporting and assessing immunization outcomes.
Capacity Building, Data Quality Assurance and Feedback
Provide training and technical support for digital micro-planning and data management, ensuring quality data collection and triangulation for immunization service delivery.
Monitor and assess immunization data quality, including cold chain functionality and PIRI activities, to ensure accurate reporting and program effectiveness.
Guide health workers in using tools like the RI Tool to improve immunization outcomes, promoting data-driven decision-making.
Coach and mentor staff on MEAL best practices, support data collection standards, and follow up on implementing community feedback mechanisms to ensure accountability in immunization efforts.
Reporting, Documentation and Learning
Assist in tracking output indicators, compile quarterly and bi-annual reports, and submit regular bi-weekly and monthly progress reports on project activities.
Document case studies, success stories, and learning outcomes from demand creation, service delivery, and capacity-building activities.
Ensure all periodic project performance reports are submitted from the woredas, triangulate with zonal reports, and monitor report accuracy and completeness.
Prepare monthly and quarterly performance and MEAL reports, summarizing achievements and community feedback to enhance program impact.
Document and share supportive supervision reports, review meeting minutes, and ensure follow-up on actions identified during monitoring activities.
Perform other assignments and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor.
Expected Deliverables and Outputs
Completed monitoring and evaluation plan, with well-defined indicators and targets.
Monthly, quarterly, and annual MEAL reports highlighting program progress, achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
Compiled quarterly and bi-annual output indicators as per the result framework
Data quality assessment reports and action plans to address identified gaps.
Mechanism for community feedback and accountability, with documented responses.
Regular field visit reports and documentation of best practices and lessons learned.
Perform other assignments and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor
Job Requirement
Qualification
BSC/MPH/MSC degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
At least 5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably within EPI and public health programs, should have at least 3 years of experience in routine immunization; experience with field-based MEAL is preferred.
Strong knowledge of MEAL methodologies, data analysis, and data visualization; familiarity with statistical software (e.g., DHIS2, SPSS) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to prepare clear, concise, and informative reports.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and in team settings.
Willingness and ability to undertake frequent field travel.
Work Conditions and Requirements
Full-time position based in head office, with frequent travel to the project areas.
Flexibility to work outside regular hours during critical evaluation periods or field assessments.
Ability to meet reporting deadlines
Cross-cutting issues
The Health/EPI MEAL Officer must adhere to organizational policies, including the code of conduct, safeguarding policies, and data protection regulations. Ethical standards are expected, especially when handling sensitive data and engaging with beneficiaries
Duty station: Addis Ababa with frequent field travel
Duration of Assignment: 12 months (renewable based on performance and funding availability)
How to Apply
Interested and Qualified applicant should submit their application on the https://papdaa.org/jobs/health-meal-officer/ with Application Letter, CVs, and relevant documents within 15(Fifteen) consecutive days from the date of the vacancy announcement.
Position 2: EPI Zonal Field Coordinator
Purpose of the Role
The EPI Zonal Field Coordinator manages immunization services at the zonal level, coordinating with the project woreda health offices. Responsibilities include planning, executing, and monitoring immunization activities, training health workers, providing all-rounded technical support to the project woredas, and ensuring the availability and proper management of vaccines and cold chain equipment. The role aims to increase immunization coverage, reduce zero doses, and unimmunized children in the targeted woredas.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Planning and Coordination
Lead zonal EPI planning, working with health offices to identify high-priority areas and conduct headcounts of zero-dose and under-immunized children.
Coordinate documentation of zero-dose children and organize meetings to enhance community immunization awareness.
Engage with partners and attend zonal technical meetings to improve immunization coverage and demand.
Represent PAPDA in zonal EPI technical working groups and health cluster meetings, ensuring alignment with regional strategies.
Coordinate with regional and zonal health offices, and PAPDA staff to ensure smooth project implementation and provide progress updates.
Program Implementation, Supply Chain Management, and Capacity building
Facilitate demand-generation activities, including male and young caregiver engagement, and address gender-related barriers through tailored awareness campaigns and advocacy materials.
Provide technical support and organize training for health workers, HEWs, and community members on immunization practices, data management, and cold chain equipment maintenance.
Coordinate PIRI activities, organize sensitization workshops on immunization, and support the establishment of women-to-women support groups and community-based events.
Support vaccine management, cold chain monitoring, and last-mile delivery in collaboration with zonal health offices, ensuring timely distribution and minimal wastage.
Supervision, Monitoring, reporting and Data Management
Regularly monitor immunization performance metrics, submit monthly and quarterly reports, cold chain status, and gaps, and track output indicators in alignment with the results framework.
Ensure data collection, analysis, and reporting on immunization data, focusing on high-priority areas and PHCU catchments to support program improvement.
Coordinate logistics for vaccine transportation, monitor cold chain functionality, and support vaccine stock availability in woredas.
Supervise immunization activities, conduct regular service delivery assessments, and provide ongoing technical support to ZHDs, woredas, and PHCUs through supervision and review meetings.
Provide weekly and monthly reports on program performance, challenges, and updates, ensuring timely and effective communication of progress.
Perform other assignments and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor
Job Requirement
Qualification
BSC/MPH/MSc in Public Health, Nursing, or related fields of study
A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in immunization and public health program management, at least 3 year of experience on routine immunization with field experience in EPI coordination.
Strong knowledge of EPI strategies, cold chain logistics, data analysis, and health information systems.
Familiar with PIRI and other national-level immunization initiatives
Able to conduct immunization data analysis and presentation to stakeholders
Demonstrated experience working within the zone and familiarity within the region
Proven ability to use adult learning techniques to facilitate training, supportive supervision, and technical assistance
Strong organizational, management, and communication skills to influence partners and decision-makers at the regional, zonal, and woreda level
Demonstrated ability to be a team player, to lead teams, and to organize multiple activities simultaneously; ability to communicate and negotiate competing demands on time from managers and work effectively with group of teams.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with DHIS2
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both the local language and English.
Willingness and ability to undertake frequent field travel
Work Conditions and Requirements
Full-time position based in the zonal office, with frequent travel to woreda offices and health facilities.
Flexibility to work outside regular hours, particularly during PIRI programs, immunization campaigns, or outbreak response.
Cross-cutting issues
The EPI zonal Coordinator must adhere to organizational policies, including the code of conduct, child protection policies, and health and safety regulations. Compliance with ethical standards is mandatory. Training Certificate on humanitarian principles and standards is preferable
Number of Positions: Three
Duty station: Liben zone (Bokolomayo), Afder zone (Hargele), and Doollo zone (Warder)
Duration of Assignment: 12 months (renewable based on performance and funding availability)
How to Apply
Interested and Qualified applicant should submit their application on the https://papdaa.org/jobs/epi-zonal-field-coordinator/ with Application Letter, CVs, and relevant documents within 15(Fifteen) consecutive days from the date of the vacancy announcement.
Position 3: EPI Regional Coordinator
Qualification
BSC/MPH/MSc in Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field
A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in immunization and public health program management should have at least 5 years of experience in routine immunization with field experience in EPI coordination.
Strong knowledge of EPI strategies, TOT certificate on Immunization, cold chain management, data analysis, and health information systems.
Strong organizational, management, and communication skills to collaborate with partners and decision-makers at the regional, zonal, and woreda level
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
Demonstrated experience working within the region and familiarity with the region
Proven ability to use adult learning techniques to facilitate training, supportive supervision and technical assistance
Demonstrated ability to be a team player, to lead teams, and to organize multiple activities simultaneously; ability to communicate and negotiate competing demands on time from managers and work effectively with distributed teams.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with DHIS2
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and local languages.
Willingness and ability to undertake frequent field travel
Work Conditions and Requirements
Full-time position based in the regional office, with frequent field travel
Flexibility to work outside regular hours, particularly during immunization campaigns or outbreak response.
Cross-cutting issues
The EPI Regional Coordinator must adhere to organizational policies, including the code of conduct, child protection policies, and health and safety regulations. Compliance with ethical standards is mandatory. Training Certificate on humanitarian principles and standards is preferable.
Work Conditions and Requirements
Full-time position based in the head office, with frequent field travel
Flexibility to work outside regular hours, particularly during immunization campaigns or outbreak response.
Cross-cutting issues
The National EPI Project officer must adhere to organizational policies, including the code of conduct, child protection policies, and health and safety regulations. Compliance with ethical standards is mandatory. Training Certificate on humanitarian principles and standards is preferable.
Duty station: Jigjiga with frequent field travel
Duration of Assignment: 12 months (renewable based on performance and funding availability)
How to Apply
Interested and Qualified applicant should submit their application on the https://papdaa.org/jobs/epi-regional-coordinator-regional-epi-technical-assistant/ with Application Letter, CVs, and relevant documents within 15(Fifteen) consecutive days from the date of the vacancy announcement.
Position 4: National EPI Project Officer
Qualification
BSC/MPH/MSc in Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field
A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in immunization and public health program management should have at least 5 years of experience in routine immunization with field experience in EPI coordination.
Strong knowledge of EPI strategies, TOT certificate on Immunization, cold chain management, data analysis, and health information systems.
Strong organizational, management, and communication skills to collaborate with partners and decision-makers at the national level
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
Demonstrated experience working at national level
Demonstrated ability to be a team player, to lead teams, and to organize multiple activities simultaneously; ability to communicate and negotiate competing demands on time from managers
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with DHIS2
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and local languages.
Willingness and ability to undertake frequent field travel
Work Conditions and Requirements
Full-time position based in the head office, with frequent field travel
Flexibility to work outside regular hours, particularly during immunization campaigns or outbreak response.
Cross-cutting issues
The National EPI Project officer must adhere to organizational policies, including the code of conduct, child protection policies, and health and safety regulations. Compliance with ethical standards is mandatory. Training Certificate on humanitarian principles and standards is preferable.
Duty station: Addis Ababa with frequent field travel
Duration of Assignment: 12 months (renewable based on performance and funding availability)
Deadline: December 27, 2024
How to Apply
Interested and Qualified applicant should submit their application on the https://papdaa.org/jobs/national-epi-project-officer/ with Application Letter, CVs, and relevant documents within 15(Fifteen) consecutive days from the date of the vacancy announcement.
Incomplete application will not be considered
Only short listed candidates will be communicated.
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