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  • Deputy Head of Mission for Programs – based in Syria

    Organization: Première Urgence Internationale
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    Fixed-term contract: 12 months, from 13/10/2025

    PUI all around the world

    With its 40 years of experience, Première Urgence Internationale :

    • Supports close to 6 millions beneficiaries
    • With more than 100 millions € yearly budget
    • Present in 22 countries, on 5 continents

    Thanks to the work and commitment of :

    • More than 2000 national staffs
    • Around 200 expatriates from 45 different nationalities
    • And 90 employees at HQ

    PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.

    Learn more on our history, our values, our areas of intervention.

    Focus on our activities in Syria

    Our mission in Syria has been open since 2008. PUI develops its integrated approach with infrastructure, WASH, education and livelihoods actions. Furthermore, PUI works on rehabilitating collective and private shelters and infrastructure, on emergency and early recovery WASH interventions, on education support for conflict-affected populations, and on enhancing the self-reliance of Syria’s population through livelihoods . Today, the mission is implementing 6 projects.

    What about the Deputy Head of Mission for Programs?

    As Deputy Head of Mission for Programs (DHoMP) you will be responsible for the implementation of the programs across the different bases, ensuring the steering and the development of a pertinent, appropriate and technically sound program strategy. For this purpose, you will be responsible for :

    • Programs: You will be in charge of program implementation, ensuring that programs progress in accordance with PUI charter and complying with internal technical guidelines and contractual procedures. You will be responsible for the follow up of programs achievement at mission level. You will be in charge of challenging Bases on quality need for improvement.
    • Development/Strategy: You will lead the needs and gaps analysis, and suggest new operations according to the needs identified in direct coordination with the Field and Technical Coordinators. You will lead the donor mapping to develop the fundraising strategy.
    • Human resources: You will manage directly the Technical Coordination Team, and ensure that the Field Coordinators and Deputy Field Coordinators are properly supported by them.
    • Representation: By delegation from the Head of Mission, you will ensure and coordinate PUI’s representation at national level among partners, donors and authorities. You will participate in technical forums (Working groups).
    • Coordination: You will ensure the effective interaction between the Technical Coordination Team and the bases. You will also ensure that the technical coordination department is properly liaising with the support coordinators.
    • Logistics, administrative and financial monitoring: You will be involved in direct collaboration with the Technical Coordinators in the global oversight of links between the technical coordination department and logistics, HR and administrative departments. You will guarantee that the implementation of all activities is done while respecting all internal and external logistics and administrative frames.

    The challenges that await you

    • Challenging Syria Context: Security risks, economic decline, and high inflation heavily impact operations and access.
    • Limited Funding: Persistent funding gaps require proactive resource mobilization and innovative program strategies.
    • High INGO Competition: A crowded humanitarian space demands strategic positioning and strong coordination to stay relevant.

    What you will need to succeed

    • Training: You hold a Master’s degree in a field related to Project Management, international development and/or social sciences. Training in Public Health / Protection / Livelihood and/or Shelter will be valued.
    • Experience: Strengthened by minimum 4 years managing multi-sectorial humanitarian projects (among which at least 2 years in coordination position) and a strong experience in project management, you also have experience in assessing needs and developing proposals, in external representation and in team management. You already worked with Première Urgence Internationale? It would be a definite asset!
    • Skills: You master project management and team management, you demonstrate strong knowledge in donor requirements and expectations, particularly ECHO, BHA, WFP, UNHCR, CDCS, AFD and BPRM, you also have excellent writing skills (especially for proposals and reporting).
    • Qualities: You have strong leadership skills and ability to make decisions, a sense of analysis (discernment, pragmatism) and synthesis. You are a good negotiator and communicator, both in writing and orally. You demonstrate organization skills, rigor, flexibility, capacity to remain calm and level-headed.
    • Languages: English has no secrets for you! All the better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Arabic it would be a definite asset.

    A word from the manager

    « We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with at least 3 years of experience in a similar position, ideally in a comparable context or with prior work experience in the Middle East. »

    PUI will offer you

    • Status : Employé(e) with a Fixed-Term Contract
    • Monthly Gross Income : 2 970,00 – 3 330,00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester of seniority with PUI
    • Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation
    • Housingin collective accomodation
    • Daily Living Expenses (« Per Diem »)
    • Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance
    • Paid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 months

    Our commitments

    PUI is committed to preventing all forms of inappropriate behavior in the workplace, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, while promoting the well-being of children and adults with whom PUI interacts. PUI expects all employees to perform their tasks and professional responsibilities in accordance with the PUI Ethical Framework.
    PUI expects all employees to fulfill their professional duties and responsibilities in accordance with PUI’s Ethical Framework. All employees will receive appropriate training and commit to promoting, disseminating, and upholding the principles set forth in its Ethical Charter.
    The holder of this position may potentially have access to personal data concerning children and vulnerable adults as part of their work (Category 2 in the safe recruitment risk classification). Consequently, all recruitments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks, which include criminal record and counter-terrorism financing checks.
    Première Urgence Internationale considers the diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, backgrounds, and statuses within its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian work. The organization is therefore committed to strictly upholding the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.
    We are dedicated to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
    Please note that Première Urgence Internationale will under no circumstances request any financial contribution for administrative fees related to recruitment. Any information suggesting otherwise is fraudulent and should be disregarded.

    You recognize yourself in this profile and you adhere to our commitments ? You feel ready to take up the challenge and to join PUI great family ?

  • Coordinatrices.teurs Ressources Humaines (F/H)

    Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    Médecins Sans Frontières, association médicale humanitaire internationale créée en 1971, apporte une assistance médicale à des populations dont la vie est menacée : principalement en cas de conflits armés, mais aussi d’épidémies, de pandémies, de catastrophes naturelles ou encore d’exclusion des soins.

    Nous recherchons activement des Coordinateurs.trices RH pour notre pool international.

    Votre mission

    Membre de l’équipe de coordination, vous êtes responsable de définir, adapter, planifier et superviser la stratégie RH de la mission. Vous garantissez une gestion des ressources humaines cohérente avec les besoins opérationnels, le cadre légal local, les politiques de MSF et les défis du terrain. Vous êtes un·e véritable partenaire stratégique des équipes opérationnelles.

    Vos responsabilités principales

    • En tant que Coordinateur·rice RH et membre de l’équipe de coordination, vous définissez et mettez en œuvre la stratégie RH de la mission, en garantissant sa cohérence avec les enjeux opérationnels, le contexte local, le cadre légal et les valeurs de MSF.
    • Vous jouez un rôle de partenaire stratégique, en veillant à ce que la mission dispose des ressources humaines nécessaires, tant en quantité qu’en qualité, pour atteindre ses objectifs. Cela implique d’anticiper les besoins, d’ajuster la composition des équipes et de développer les compétences du personnel national et international.
    • Vous êtes garant·e de la bonne gestion administrative, contractuelle et juridique du personnel, dans le respect des politiques MSF et des obligations locales. Vous assurez également la qualité du management RH, en accompagnant les responsables dans la définition des postes, veiller à l’établissement systématique des bilans individuels, identifier et suivre les besoins en formation, être force de proposition dans la réflexion sur la composition d’équipe.
    • Vous êtes en charge du recrutement et de l’animation de votre équipe (support, visite terrain, bilans individuels…) en assurant un accompagnement régulier, notamment via des visites sur les projets.

    Profil recherché :

    Expérience

    • Minimum 2 ans comme coordinateur·rice RH dans une ONG internationale 12 mois sur un poste de coordination.

    Compétences

    • Capacité d’analyse
    • Esprit de synthèse et capacité à formaliser et à conceptualiser.
    • Diplomatie, médiation
    • Pédagogie
    • Capacité à évoluer dans un milieu multiculturel et à démontrer son engagement et son soutien en faveur de la diversité, des comportements et des attitudes inclusifs et non discriminatoires.

    Langues

    • Français et anglais (C1)
    • Langues supplémentaires appréciées : arabe, espagnol, portugais.

    Disponibilité : Engagement de 12 mois

    Ce que nous offrons

    • Contrat CDD de 12 mois, temps plein.
    • Salaire mensuel brut entre 2 825 € et 3 358 € selon expérience.
    • Prise en charge des frais liés à la mission (transport, visas, logement, vaccins, etc.).
    • Assurances santé, rapatriement, retraite.
    • Perspectives d’évolution : formations, accompagnement et développement de carrière dans un large éventail de contextes humanitaires.

  • Researcher, African Futures and Innovation

    Organization: Institute for Security Studies
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    Are you passionate about shaping Africa’s future? Do you want to use cutting-edge data analysis to help decision-makers build a more prosperous continent?

    Join the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) African Futures and Innovation (AFI) programme, where data-driven researchers use forecasting tools to drive meaningful policy change and unlock Africa’s potential.

    What is the role?

    The ISS is seeking a researcher to join our AFI programme. Using the International Futures data modelling (IFs) tool of the Frederick S Pardee Center and various international datasets, you will analyse continental trends and develop policy-relevant scenarios across key sectors including agriculture, demographics, economics, education, energy, environment, health, governance, and conflict. All work feeds into the AFI website.

    Based in Pretoria and reporting to the AFI programme head, you will work alongside leading African experts to translate complex forecasting data into actionable insights for policymakers. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to evidence-based solutions addressing Africa’s most pressing challenges.

    This video provides an overview of AFI and our impact.

    What you’ll do:

    • Undertake trend and scenario analysis using IFs and diverse data sources, and develop policy recommendations
    • Provide data-driven inputs on profiles for countries, regions and themes
    • Maintain current understanding of regional and national environments relating to the future of Africa
    • Communicate research results to ISS stakeholders through written products, verbal communication and media commentary
    • Convene meetings, seminars and expert roundtables and offer technical assistance
    • Network with stakeholders and donors to build ISS’ profile, shape decision making, and ensure engagement with research results
    • Provide peer review of colleagues’ work and monitor, evaluate and report on activities and impact
    • Identify new opportunities for funding and write concept notes and proposals

    To join our team, you need to:

    • Hold a Master’s degree in economics, statistics or a related field (PhD is advantageous)
    • Have work experience in a policy, research, government, training or other relevant professional environment
    • Demonstrate good research and analytical skills with proven research and writing abilities
    • Have excellent verbal and written skills in English; French language skills will be an advantage
    • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and networking skills, including the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with a variety of stakeholders
    • Be self-motivated, able to work independently, under pressure and to deadline
    • Show a willingness to learn

    Contract details

    The contract will be for two years, subject to a standard three-month probation. Employment beyond the probation period will be dependent on satisfactory performance. A competitive salary is offered.

  • Coordinateurs.trices Financier et/ou Coordinateurs.trices RH (F/H)

    Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    Médecins Sans Frontières, association médicale humanitaire internationale créée en 1971, apporte une assistance médicale à des populations dont la vie est menacée : principalement en cas de conflits armés, mais aussi d’épidémies, de pandémies, de catastrophes naturelles ou encore d’exclusion des soins.

    Nous recherchons activement des Coordinateurs.trices Finance et/ou Ressources Humaines pour notre pool international.

    Votre mission

    En tant que Coordinateur·rice Finance et/ou RH, vous êtes un membre clé de l’équipe de coordination pays. Vous pilotez la stratégie financière et/ou la politique RH de la mission, en lien étroit avec les objectifs opérationnels. Votre rôle est essentiel pour assurer une gestion responsable, transparente et efficace des ressources financières et/ou humaines.

    Vos responsabilités principales

    En tant que Coordinateur·rice Finances :

    • Définir la stratégie financière de la mission avec le Chef de Mission, en évaluer les risques et les moyens de les atténuer.
    • Mettre en place une organisation adaptée et un système de contrôle interne fiable de manière à s’acquitter de toutes les obligations financières tout en veillant à ce que l’éthique financière soit respectée en permanence au sein de la mission.
    • Être garant de la bonne gestion budgétaire, de la transparence comptable et de la sécurité financière de votre mission.
    • Accompagner les autres coordinateurs dans le respect des procédures MSF et dans le suivi de leurs activités.
    • Être en charge de la formation, de l’accompagnement et du suivi de votre équipe locale ainsi que des administrateurs basés sur les différents terrains de votre mission.

    En tant que Coordinateur·rice RH :

    • Définir, adapter, planifier et mettre en œuvre la politique RH de la mission.
    • Assurer l’adéquation entre les besoins RH et les objectifs opérationnels.
    • Superviser la gestion qualitative et administrative du personnel (national et international).
    • Garantir le respect du cadre légal local et des politiques RH de MSF.
    • Accompagner les équipes RH terrain et construire des dynamiques de développement professionnel.

    Profil recherché :

    Expérience :

    • Minimum 2 ans comme coordinateur·rice financier·e et/ou RH dans une ONG internationale 12 mois sur un poste de coordination.

    Compétences :

    • Maîtrise de la comptabilité générale, budgétisation, gestion de trésorerie et droit du travail local.
    • Excellente capacité d’analyse, de planification, d’adaptation et de travail en équipe multiculturelle.
    • Bonne maitrise de Word et Excel
    • L’adhésion aux engagements comportementaux de MSF est exigée, incluant le respect, l’inclusion, la non-discrimination, la protection contre tout abus.
    • Capacité à évoluer dans un milieu multiculturel et à démontrer son engagement et son soutien en faveur de la diversité, des comportements et des attitudes inclusifs et non discriminatoires

    Langues :

    • Français et anglais (C1)
    • Langues supplémentaires appréciées : arabe, espagnol, portugais.
    • Disponibilité : Engagement de 12 mois

    Ce que nous offrons

    • Contrat CDD de 12 mois, temps plein.
    • Salaire mensuel brut entre 2 825 € et 3 358 € selon expérience.
    • Prise en charge des frais liés à la mission (transport, visas, logement, vaccins, etc.).
    • Assurances santé, rapatriement, retraite.
    • Perspectives d’évolution : formations, accompagnement et développement de carrière dans un large éventail de contextes humanitaires.

  • Inventory Reporting Senior Specialist

    Organization: One Acre Fund
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    About One Acre Fund

    Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa’s farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

    About the Role

    The Inventory Reporting Associate will help deliver high-quality financial reporting by overseeing both inventory accounting and reporting for inventory held across all countries of One Acre Fund’s operations. You will play an important part in ensuring, accurate, and compliant accounting records while managing team members and fostering collaboration across departments. You will be a part of the larger Finance team and will report directly to the Financial Reporting Senior Associate. This role is based in Kigali, Rwanda and is onsite.

    Responsibilities

    Take lead on monthly, quarterly and annual books close close (Inventory Accounting)

    • Provide oversight to the inventory accounting and other teams to ensure accuracy and compliance with both internal controls & the applicable financial reporting standards.
    • Coordinate Moth-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes related to inventory;
    • Prepare the Inventory provisions, Valuation and other analysis as required
    • Work with the FP&A team to produce accurate financial information as it pertains to both inventory & COGS

    Improve accuracy and usefulness of financial information:

    • Work with different teams to create process and system improvements around inventory management, CoGs recognition and Accounts Payables to ensure accurate reporting
    • Prepare procedures/manuals for the relevant teams with regard to Inventory and Accounts Payable

    People & Stakeholders Management

    • Lead team planning, task prioritization, and performance tracking (team of 3 people).
    • Drive cross-departmental communications to ensure accurate reporting in relations to the areas of ownership

    Career Growth and Development

    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

    Qualifications

    Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

    • 5+ years of experience in inventory accounting or a related field in a paced environment.
    • Degree in Accounting, Business or related area
    • CPA, ACCA or similar certification required
    • Experience with International Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS or US GAAP)
    • Work planning and organization
    • Analytical approach to solving problems
    • People management and development
    • Solid experience working with Excel (ability to use complex functions)

    Preferred Start Date

    As soon as possible

    Job Location

    Kigali, Rwanda

    Benefits

    Health insurance, paid time off

    Eligibility

    This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

    Application Deadline

    21 October 2025. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.

    One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

    We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

  • Health Coordinator

    Organization: Intiwawa en acción
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    Duration: Minimum 6 months

    Position: Volunteer / Intern

    Hours: 35 hours/ week (Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM)

    Are you passionate about public health and eager to make a real difference in underserved communities? We’re looking for a motivated, creative, and community-driven individual to join our team as the Health Coordinator.

    In this role, you will work with the general director and the project manager to oversee and support all existing health initiatives at Intiwawa. You will also have the opportunity to develop your own initiative if you have a specific focus area you would like to work in. Past coordinators have led impactful projects on dental health, reducing anemia, and community wellness campaigns.

    Responsibilities

    • Coordinate care: Work with the Paz Holandesa Clinic and other allies to facilitate medical care for children and families.
    • Monitor child nutrition: Collaborate with our cook for the children’s program to ensure that children’s dietary needs are met.
    • Support children’s program: Serve as assistant teacher in the children’s program for 2-3 days a week (depending on workload)
    • Lead and innovate: Design and implement your own health initiative tailored to the needs of the local community and according to your own experience

    Requirements

    • Advanced written and spoken Spanish
    • Someone with a strong passion for health and social equity.
    • A creative problem solver who brings their own ideas to the table.
    • Comfortable working across cultures and communicating with a range of stakeholders.
    • Highly organized, self-motivated, and proactive.
    • Interested in or experienced with education, youth programs, or underserved communities (a plus!).

    What We Offer

    • Hands-on experience working in rural and peri-urban health contexts.
    • A platform to design and implement your own community health project.
    • Coverage of work-related expenses and up to 120 soles/month for mobility.
    • Low-cost housing options and team support throughout your stay.
    • A certificate and letter of reference upon completion.

  • Women’s Program Coordinator

    Organization: Intiwawa en acción
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    Duration: Minimum 6 months
    Hours: 35 hours/ week (Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
    Start Date: March 1, 2026

    The goal of our Warmi (meaning "woman" in Quechua) project is to empower at-risk mothers through their participation in economic-productive and leadership activities including textile training workshops, socio-emotional support as well as finance classes.

    As our Warmi Project coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and developing all activities related to this project, from planning to execution & evaluation of all workshops for our participating mothers. You will be responsible for coordinating the Warmi team which includes the textile trainer, project leader, psychologist, financial classes leader.

    Responsibilities
    ● Develop an annual work plan with objectives, resources & budget, and calendar in line with this project’s mission and Intiwawa’s values, including a training and production schedule.
    ● Coordinate the execution of the workshops and manage the recruitment, registration, retention and attendance of participants.
    ● Manage and administer the project budget under the supervision of the finance coordinator, general director, and project manager.
    ● Prepare and implement the textile training schedule and coordinate the monitoring & evaluation of the project.
    ● Supervise the project volunteers and trainer during the textile workshops as well as inventory control activities.
    ● Prepare and coordinate periodic feedback meetings with the project team, as well as participate in comité meetings every three weeks.
    ● Create a final report at the end of the year.

    Requirements
    ● Previous project management experience or experience in women’s empowerment programs
    ● Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, both written and spoken
    ● Ability to work in a multicultural and collaborative environment.
    ● Excellent organizational, interpersonal, leadership, and assertive communication skills.
    ● Proactive attitude and high adaptability.
    ● Empathetic demeanor to cultivate a trusting relationship with project participants.

    Details
    ● The position is voluntary (unpaid) and full-time (around 35 hours/week)
    ● Low-cost housing available
    ● A letter of reference and certificate will be provided at the end of the term

  • Immunizations Epidemiology Specialist (IES)

    Organization: Pacific Island Health Officers Association
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    JOB PURPOSE: The Immunizations Epidemiology Specialist (IES) – LOCAL will be a key resource for supporting the immunization programs towards data management and analysis, providing a link to the current database along with other key epidemiological functions, including outbreak investigation and response. This is a succession planning consultancy wherein the roles and functions will be guided by the MIIS-Public Health Immunization Information Systems Specialist (PH-IIS) under the direction of the National Immunization Director and the leadership of the Deputy Secretary, Bureau of Primary Health Care.

    Additional technical and operational guidance will be provided by the PHIG PMTS Team Lead (TL), and the RMI-MOHHS Deputy Secretary (DS), Office of Health Planning, Policy, Preparedness, Personnel and Epidemiology (OHPPPE)/Health Informatics Director, the RMI-MOHHS Ministry Leadership Team (MLT), and the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 Project Management Unit (PMU). The PMU is comprised of designated RMI MOHHS staff and OE22-2203-funded consultant technical leads. The PMU will be responsible for the daily management oversight, planning, coordination, and monitoring of OE22-2203-funded activities. The PMU will be further supported by the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 bona fide agent, the Pacific Islands Health Officers’ Association (PIHOA), who will provide administrative and fiscal support for the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 grant.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the RMI MOHHS National Immunization Program Director, and the guidance of the Public Health Immunization Information Systems Specialist (PH-IISS), the Immunization Epidemiology Specialist (IES) will:

    1. Develop strategic guidance and standards for data management and analysis related to outbreaks of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (VPDs) and, where appropriate, link this with existing databases.
    2. Provide guidance, tools, and templates for the analysis of data related to VPDs and other public health emergencies.
    3. Analyze situation reports, generate and publish analytical reports and profiles of priority actions, and provide training and technical support to staff for data analysis, interpretation, and use in partnership with relevant institutions, including academia.
    4. Provide technical advice for conducting rapid epidemiological assessments of the health and general condition of affected populations during outbreaks.
    5. Build capacity to collect data related to VPDs and other public health emergencies and work with other units of MOHHS to analyze it to anticipate outbreaks, alert, and respond when they occur.
    6. Develop, analyze, and maintain up-to-date VPDs and other public health emergencies trajectories, trends, etc., to the MOHHS and Outbreak Taskforce for early warning.
    7. Support capacity building initiatives for MOHHS and implementing partners on surveillance and early warning systems and collection, analysis, use and dissemination of data for action.
    8. Any other assignment as assigned by the supervisor related to the job functions.

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Qualifications

    1. Education: An advanced university degree is required in public health (MD, nursing or other relevant health discipline), epidemiology, or another relevant field.
    2. Work Experience: A minimum of 3 (three) years of experience in planning, monitoring and implementing VPD control or other public health emergencies as part of outbreak response teams.
    3. Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is required. Good written and spoken skills in the Marshallese language will be an asset.

    Skills

    1. Must have experience in Immunization Programming and best practices.
    2. Experience with drafting policies to address national immunization issues and standards.
    3. Must have knowledge of immunization policies and standards
    4. Must have knowledge vaccine cold chain maintenance and vaccine storage.
    5. Must have demonstrated experience working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and leadership in a team-based environment.
    6. Must have advanced interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to facilitate effective, professional, and compassionate communication and consultations with health agency leadership and program staff, community stakeholders, partners, and funders.
    7. Must have computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and fluency in a variety of applicable programming languages, software, and systems.
    8. Must have advanced English-speaking and writing skills.
    9. Must have excellent observational skills and attention to detail, including high-level critical thinking and timely, effective decision-making to adapt to and resolve problems as they arise.
    10. Must be self-motivated, disciplined, and able to operate with limited supervision.
    11. Must demonstrate compassion, patience, and ability to adapt to less-than-ideal, complex, and intense working conditions, including environments with little or no English-speaking skills and diverse cultural/ideological beliefs and practices.
    12. Must have a valid passport to be able to travel domestically and internationally.
    13. When requested, must be able to submit Police and Medical Clearance Reports, including TB and HIV tests, as part of entry requirements into the RMI.
    14. Must have a valid driver’s license.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    • Office and program equipment and supplies needed to conduct contract work will be provided by PIHOA and the RMI MOHHS, including but not limited to a desk and chair, laptop, relevant software subscriptions and laptop accessories, and general office supplies (PIHOA) and office space (RMI MOHHS).
    • Any local, RMI domestic travel required in the conduct of work within the RMI will be covered by PIHOA using the RMI MOHHS Travel Policy. All other trips not associated with contracted work will be at the expense of the candidate.
    • No other benefits will be provided by PIHOA or the RMI MOHHS. Any medical or other insurance expenses, local and home-based taxes, etc., will be the sole responsibility of the candidate. The RMI MOHHS can provide information regarding applying for local medical insurance through the RMI Government’s medical insurance scheme

  • Public Health Immunization Information Systems Specialist (PH-IISS)

    Organization: Pacific Island Health Officers Association
    Location:
    Source: ReliefWeb
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    JOB PURPOSE: The Project Management and Technical Support (PMTS) – Public Health Immunization Information Systems Specialist (PH-IISS) will be a key resource for the overall planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation support of the three strategies (Workforce, Foundational Capabilities, and Data Modernization) under the RMI Ministry of Health and Human Services (MOHHS)’ Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and Data Systems (OE22-2203) Grant (PHIG) funded by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services (CSELS).

    The PH-IISS will be directed by the National Immunization Director under the Leadership of the Deputy Secretary, Bureau of Primary Health Care (PHC). Additional technical and operational guidance will be provided the PHIG PMTS Team Lead (TL), and the RMI-MOHHS Deputy Secretary (DS), Office of Health Planning, Policy, Preparedness, Personnel and Epidemiology (OHPPPE)/Health Informatics Director, the RMI MOHHS Ministry Leadership Team (MLT) and the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 Project Management Unit (PMU). The PMU is comprised of designated RMI MOHHS staff and OE22-2203-funded consultant technical leads. The PMU will be responsible for the daily management oversight, planning, coordination, and monitoring of OE22-2203-funded activities. The PMU will be further supported by the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 bona fide agent, the Pacific Islands Health Officers’ Association (PIHOA), who will provide administrative and fiscal support for the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 grant.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the above supervisory and relationship arrangements, the PH-IISS will carry out the following categorized duties:

    1. MODERNIZING IMMUNIZATION INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MIIS) AND INTEGRATION PROCESSES:

      1. Serve as the primary technical focal point for the overall planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring support of the OE22-2203 grant-funded MIIS component interventions under the Strategy A3 DMI-MIIS.
      2. Be responsible for leading and managing the DMI Modernizing Immunization Information Systems (MIIS) project in collaboration with the PMTS-DMI Specialist and the MoHHS Health Informatics Department Coordinator.
      3. Collaborate and ensure streamlined immunization information systems interventions with initiatives of relevant children’s health-focused programs such as MOHHS Child Survival and Development, Maternal and Child Health, CDC Immunization Program, the World Health Organizations (WHO), the RMI-United nations Children Education Fund (UNICEF Health and Nutrition program and the World Bank Early Childhood Development (ECD) Project).
      4. Improve existing data systems, and/or develop new systems to ease the data collection, consolidation, validation, management, and analysis of immunization data from different sources.
      5. Develop, refine and/or optimize the OE22-2203-funded DMI MIIS activities to properly align with the RMI MOHHS’ 8-Year Ministry Strategy Plan (MSP), 2023-2030.
      6. Ensure performance monitoring of the MIIS Project collaboratively with other grant-funded DMI MIIS consultants/contractors in coordination with the PMTS-TL.
      7. Plan, convey and facilitate DMI MIIS planning meetings with RMI MOHHS MLT, PMU, PMTS, and relevant program staff and local/international partners as appropriate.
      8. Carry out at the onset of engagement, a comprehensive assessment of Immunization Information System (IIS) functionality, data quality, data management, and workforce, and identification of gaps to prioritize for improvement in Majuro, Ebeye, and targeted Neighboring Island Health Centers (NIHCs).
      9. Develop an implementation plan outlining prioritized efforts to enhance the IIS data modernization workforce, modernize IIS, improve data quality and data management, and improve interoperability between health Information Technology (IT) systems and IIS.
      10. Align and advance RMI MIIS toward international IIS standards and certification efforts as endorsed by the CDC; lead implementation of the plan, which includes prioritized actions for each of the five areas outlined above, and improvement in the IIS leading to IIS technology and data quality certification endorsed by the CDC.
      11. Collaborate with the Health Informatics Director, PMTS-DMI Specialist, and the Data/Sur Data/Surveillance Officer (DSO) in consultation with the PMTS-TL to optimize ISS processes and tools for quality reporting of immunization interventions in NIHCs.
      12. Collaborate with the PMTS-Management Analyst to ensure adherence to work plans per pre-stipulated and/or revised budgets.

    2. IMMUNIZATION SPECIFIC TASKS

      1. Monitor immunization program performance and vaccine-preventable diseases surveillance.
      2. Track progress towards global and regional immunization indicators.
      3. Monitor progress towards the immunization-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
      4. Guide global and regional immunization strategies.
      5. Ensure Timely sectoral analysis, input, support, and coordination contribute to the Situation Analysis with consistent integration of sex disaggregated data and its periodic update for effective project planning, development, and management.
      6. Make quality contributions to the development and implementation of the immunization strategies and approaches through participation and collaboration with internal and external partnerships.
      7. Establish strategic work plan and objectives, provide effective technical support, ensure the timely delivery of planned results through the exercise of strong technical leadership.
      8. Monitor and evaluate the project implementation progress for adjustment, acceleration, and improvement of program delivery and sustainability.
      9. Strengthen the capacities of Immunization staff through effective capacity-building programs in the development, implementation, and management of the immunization program.
      10. Achieve and maintain effective partnership and collaboration for advocacy, technical cooperation, programme coordination, information sharing, and knowledge networking.
      11. All required programme reports are prepared timely in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures.
      12. Emergency preparedness is maintained, and in emergencies, emergency responses with effective coordination are provided

    3. STREAMLINING OF MOHHS MSP (2022 – 2030) Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework:

      1. Collaborate with MOHHS Epidemiology and Surveillance Team and RMI National Immunization Director to ensure alignment with the RMI MOHHS’ 8-Year Ministry Strategy Plan (MSP) and CDC’s OE22-2203 grant requirements and conditions.
      2. Under the guidance of the PMTS-TL, stipulate monitoring parameters for MIIS
      3. Under the guidance of the PMTS-TL, plan/outsource a process evaluation and/or mid and end term evaluations of the MIIS as a component of an overarching evaluation of the DMI and/or MOHHS Digital Health Plan.

    4. STAFF TRAINING USING M&E:

      1. Collaborate with RMI MOHHS MLT, RMI National Immunization Program, Epidemiology and Surveillance team to identify priority training areas
      2. Drive local sustainability by mentoring RMI National — Immunizations Epidemiology Specialist Consultant (targeted recruitment of RMI locals/residents) and RMI National Immunization Director, particularly to ensure competence in timely, complete, and accurate data analysis, interpretation, visualization, action, and reporting.
      3. Conduct training.

    5. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

      1. When requested, attend and actively participate in all assigned OE22-2203 grants management meetings with the PMU, PIHOA, and CDC to discuss planning, implementation status, reporting, and troubleshooting of approved WD activities.
      2. Perform other assigned duties by the PMTS-TL, and MOHHS.

    KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND DELIVERABLES

    1. Revised Immunization SOPs, Processes, and workflows
    2. Immunization data forms, templates, and tools
    3. Immunization Standard Operating Procedures
    4. Immunization and vaccine-preventable diseases’ Information, Education and Communication (IE) materials
    5. Immunization Program Progress and Monthly Monitoring Reports
    6. Immunization data and information dashboard outputs
    7. Vaccine availability and/or stock-out reports

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Qualifications

    1. Minimum MBBS, MD or equivalent degree and medical qualification with substantive field experience of at least five years in Management of Immunization and related programs at national and/or sub-national levels.
    2. Additional postgraduate qualifications in Public Health such as MPH or MHA is a plus.
    3. Minimum seven (7) years of experience in health programs management and/or sustainable development, ideally in low-resource settings.

    Skills

    1. Must have experience in Immunization Programming and best practices.
    2. Experience with drafting policies to address national immunization issues and standards.
    3. Must have knowledge of immunization policies and standards.
    4. Must have knowledge of vaccine cold chain maintenance and vaccine storage.
    5. Must have demonstrated experience working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and leadership in a team-based environment.
    6. Must have advanced interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to facilitate effective, professional, and compassionate communication and consultations with health agency leadership and program staff, community stakeholders, partners, and funders.
    7. Must have computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and fluency in a variety of applicable programming languages, software, and systems.
    8. Must have advanced English-speaking and writing skills.
    9. Must have excellent observational skills and attention to detail, including high-level critical thinking and timely, effective decision-making to adapt to and resolve problems as they arise.
    10. Must be self-motivated, disciplined, and able to operate with limited supervision.
    11. Must demonstrate compassion, patience, and ability to adapt to less-than-ideal, complex, and intense working conditions, including environments with little or no English-speaking skills and diverse cultural/ideological beliefs and practices.
    12. Must have a valid passport to be able to travel domestically and internationally.
    13. When requested, be able to submit Police and Medical Clearance Reports including TB and HIV tests as part of entry requirements into the RMI.
    14. Must have a valid driver’s license.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    • Office and program equipment and supplies needed to conduct contract work will be provided by PIHOA and the RMI MOHHS, including but not limited to a desk and chair, laptop, relevant software subscriptions and laptop accessories, and general office supplies (PIHOA) and office space (RMI MOHHS).
    • Travel expenses between the candidate’s home base and the duty station in Majuro, RMI will be fully covered by PIHOA using the most economical and direct travel route (coach class) at the start and conclusion of the contracted performance period, including any required transit accommodation and related expenses (ground transportation to/from airport and transit hotel), arrival/departure fees, and transit daily subsistence allowance per PIHOA’s Travel Policy. Any accompanied luggage/air cargo, excess weight expenses, and travel insurance fees may be eligible for reimbursement upon submission of proper expense receipts from the airline and travel insurance provider. Transportation of household furniture, goods, personal vehicle, etc., will not be covered.
    • At the start of the contract, PIHOA will cover up to 14 days of hotel accommodation, daily subsistence allowance, ground transportation, and other eligible relocation expenses to allow time for the successful candidate to identify more permanent local housing.
    • Any local, RMI domestic travel required in the conduct of work within the RMI will be covered by PIHOA using RMI MOHHS’ Travel Policy. All other trips not associated with contracted work will be at the expense of the candidate.
    • Eligible dependent travel may be eligible to be covered at the start and end of the contract performance period and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and pending the availability of funds.
    • No other benefits will be provided by PIHOA or the RMI MOHHS. Any medical or other insurance expenses, local and home-based taxes, etc., will be the sole responsibility of the candidate. The RMI MOHHS can provide information regarding applying for local medical insurance through the RMI Government’s medical insurance scheme.

  • Workforce Development Specialist

    Organization: Pacific Island Health Officers Association
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    JOB PURPOSE: The Project Management and Technical Support (PMTS) –Workforce Development Specialist (WDS) will be the primary technical focal point for the overall planning, planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring support of the workforce development activities under Strategy A1, under the RMI MOHHS’ Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and Data Systems (OE22-2203) Grant funded by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services (CSELS).

    The WDS will be guided by and report directly to the PMTS Team Lead (TL), RMI MOHHS Health Informatics Director, the RMI MOHHS Ministry Leadership Team (MLT) and the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 Project Management Unit (PMU). The PMU is comprised of designated RMI MOHHS staff and OE22-2203-funded consultant technical leads. The PMU will be responsible for the daily management oversight, planning, coordination, and monitoring of OE22-2203-funded activities. The PMU will be further supported by the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 bona fide agent, the Pacific Islands Health Officers’ Association (PIHOA), who will provide administrative and fiscal support for the RMI MOHHS’ OE22-2203 grant. The WDS, as one of the consultant technical leads, will be expected to be an active member of the PMU.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the guidance of the RMI MOHHS PMU and co-supervision of the RMI MOHHS Health Informatics Director and the PMTS TL, the PMTS WDS will:

    1. Plan and conduct an onsite baseline environmental scan and gaps assessment of the RMI MOHHS’ human resources/workforce environment;
    2. Develop a WD Plan that addresses findings and recommendations for specific targeted actions to address assessment findings;
    3. Conduct development/continuous refinement, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the OE22-2203-funded workforce development (WD) activities in alignment with the RMI MOHHS’ 8- Year Ministry Strategy Plan (MSP);
    4. Review, refine, and draft policies and procedures;
    5. Lead recruitment and performance monitoring of other grant-funded WD consultants/contractors in coordination with the TL;
    6. Plan, convene and facilitate WD planning meetings with RMI MOHHS MLT, PMU, and relevant program staff and local/international partners;
    7. Plan and execute mid- and end-term grant WD evaluation activities in coordination with the TL;
    8. Provide other WD technical advisory support on request by the RMI MOHHS;
    9. When requested, attend and actively participate in all assigned OE22-2203 grants management meetings with the PMU, PIHOA, and CDC to discuss planning, implementation status, reporting, and troubleshooting of approved WD activities;
    10. Support the PMTS TL and PIHOA to compile and collate any required CDC progress reports and other grant-required submissions; and
    11. Support the PMTS TL and PMU to plan and implement mid- and end-term OE22-2203 grant evaluation activities per CDC grant requirements.

    KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND DELIVERABLES

    1. Complete at least ten RMI domestic neighboring island trips for initial project scoping and environmental scan within the first year of consultancy
    2. Baseline and annual WD environment scan/gaps assessment reports
    3. Workforce Development Plan
    4. Minimum 75% implementation rate of approved activities per the WD Plan
    5. Provision of WD technical assistance and training
    6. New and/or updated human resources SOPs

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Qualifications

    1. Minimum bachelor’s degree in public health, Health Administration, Human Resources/Public Administration, or another health-related field from a recognized university. Master’s degree or above preferred.
    2. Minimum eight years of experience in health workforce development, ideally in low-resource settings.

    Skills

    1. Must have advanced experience in HR processes and best practices; experience with HR databases; ability to work with HR software; cross-sectoral coordination (particularly with partners in education); drafting policies to address health workforce issues; and licensure and credentialing standards.
    2. Must have advanced knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
    3. Must have demonstrated experience working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and leadership in a team-based environment.
    4. Must have advanced interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to facilitate effective, professional, and compassionate communication and consultations with health agency leadership and program staff, community stakeholders, partners, and funders.
    5. Must have advanced computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and fluency in a variety of applicable programming languages, software, and systems.
    6. Must have advanced English speaking and writing skills.
    7. Must have excellent observational skills and attention to detail, including high-level critical thinking and timely, effective decision-making to adapt to and resolve problems as they arise.
    8. Must be self-motivated, disciplined, and able to operate with limited supervision.
    9. Must demonstrate compassion, patience, and ability to adapt to less-than-ideal, complex, and intense working conditions, including environments with little or no English speaking skills and diverse cultural/ideological beliefs and practices.
    10. Must have a valid passport to be able to travel domestically and internationally.
    11. When requested, must be able to submit Police and Medical Clearance Reports as part of entry requirements into the RMI.
    12. Must have a valid driver’s license.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    • Office and program equipment and supplies needed to conduct contract work will be provided by PIHOA and the RMI MOHHS, including but not limited to a desk and chair, laptop, relevant software subscriptions and laptop accessories, and general office supplies (PIHOA) and office space (RMI MOHHS).
    • Travel expenses between the candidate’s home base and the duty station in Majuro, RMI will be fully covered by PIHOA using the most economical and direct travel route (economy class) at the start and conclusion of the contracted performance period, including any required transit accommodation and related expenses (ground transportation to/from airport and transit hotel), arrival/departure fees, and transit daily subsistence allowance per PIHOA’s Travel Policy. Any accompanied luggage/air cargo, excess weight expenses, and travel insurance fees may be eligible for reimbursement upon submission of proper expense receipts from the airline and travel insurance provider. Transportation of household furniture, goods, personal vehicle, etc., will not be covered.
    • At the start of the contract, PIHOA will cover up to 14 days of hotel accommodation, daily subsistence allowance, ground transportation, and other eligible relocation expenses to allow time for the successful candidate to identify more permanent local housing.
    • Any local, RMI domestic travel required in the conduct of work within the RMI will be covered by PIHOA using RMI MOHHS’ Travel Policy. All other travels not associated with contracted work will be at the expense of the candidate.
    • Eligible dependent travel may be eligible to be covered at the start and end of the contract performance period and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and pending the availability of funds.
    • No other benefits will be provided by PIHOA or the RMI MOHHS. Any medical or other insurance expenses, local and home base taxes, etc. will be the sole responsibility of the candidate. The RMI MOHHS can provide information regarding applying for local medical insurance though the RMI Government medical insurance scheme.