Programme Officer - Health

Description

Organisation Description: 

IsraAID is an Israel-based non-governmental organization that was founded in 2001 and has since its inception worked in emergency and long-term development settings in over 54 countries. IsraAID's mission is to support people affected by humanitarian crises by partnering with local communities around the world to provide urgent aid, assist recovery, and reduce the risk of future disasters.

IsraAID has operated in Vanuatu since 2015 when the organization responded to Tropical Cyclone Pam, has since shifted its focus to implement a long-term strategy for all programs, including programs in WASH, protection, and health and nutrition. IsraAID's work in Vanuatu promotes sustainable and inclusive solutions, giving special attention to hands-on training and community ownership, and working closely with community, provincial, and national leaders.

Job Desctiption:

Key responsibilities
The Health Program Officer will lead implementation of the health and nutrition program in Vanuatu and contribute to IsraAID Vanuatu's larger health and nutrition strategy. They will provide strategic direction, and overall technical and management of the Health program. They will ensure it contributes to the organization's strategic positioning in the country while ensuring it is context-appropriate, has a cross-sectoral approach, and above all in line with the do-no-harm policy of IsraAID.

Development, positioning and implementation of the health/nutrition strategy

Contribute to IsraAID's overall response strategy in health, nutrition, and hygiene and sanitation, working with government partners and other relevant organisations.

Support the long-term capacity building and integration of health and nutrition into IsraAID's programs in Protection and WASH.


Project Management
Supervise the overall implementation of project plans, ensuring adequate communication and organisation between local partners, international partners and staff
Oversee the implementation of health and nutrition projects, ensuring stability, high quality and timely delivery of all project objectives
Work closely with Logistics Team, supply partners, donors and relevant stakeholders to ensure that the logistical elements of Health Programs are well-executed
Prepare project and donor reports in a timely manner and in compliance with internal and external requirements
Ensuring the quality of health and nutrition projects are in line with IsraAID's minimum criteria and in line with global guidelines
Work in collaboration with the Head of Health Sector and Country Director to oversee project implementation ensuring that services are delivered on time, on budget and in compliance with donor regulations
Ensure that the program is implemented in ways responsive to communities and partners, and in line with IsraAID's principles, values and strategic plan and procedures
Ensure that program interventions continue to be informed by and integrated with other core sectors (Protection & WASH) to promote a multisectoral approach
Periodically reassess projects to ensure they remain relevant, feasible and aligned with the IsraAID Vanuatu strategy


Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning  

Support the development of tools for effective Monitoring and Evaluation of the health program
Work jointly with the MEAL HQ unit and the IsraAID Vanuatu country team to develop and implement MEAL plans and systems
Ensure appropriate, timely and accurate data collection against agreed indicators to enable both internal and external reporting
Ensure learning from the health program contributes to knowledge building and sharing within the country office and IsraAID global.
Lead discussions with communities and beneficiaries on programme design and project review, as agreed with Technical Advisor, Field Coordinate/Project Manager(s)


Partnerships
Foster a spirit of collaboration and trust with IsraAID local partners
Actively explore partnership opportunities with actors in the community, regional, national and international levels
Support partner organizations in programming and implementation
Conduct periodic review of joint project plans to identify obstacles and the ways they could be mitigated

Grants Management
Work closely with the Vanuatu country team to secure strategic funding opportunities and develop proposals based on identified gaps and needs
In coordination with the Communication and Development Department, produce quality reports to ensure accurate, coherent and timely reporting


Human Resources and Staff Development
Ensure regular communication with Country Director and other field staff
Maintain fluid communication with Health Emergency PM, Head of Health sector, and other relevant non-Country staff
Provide support on the recruitment and management of health staff, including developing Terms of Reference (ToRs), staffing plan, participate in recruitment processes and performance evaluations where applicable
Facilitate capacity building for team members and partners to develop Health expertise including coaching, capacity building, mentoring, and supervision
Any other tasks as delegated by the Country Director


Representation, Advocacy & Organisational Learning
Ensure proactive participation in Health Cluster meetings, and relevant Health Working Groups and forums
Identify advocacy, funding and research opportunities for action

Selection Criteria:

Skills, Experience, and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in health (Registered Nurse, Public Health, or other relevant field).
Minimum of 5 years experience working in the area of health and Experience with an INGO preferred.
Knowledge of the Vanuatu government strategic priorities for health and nutrition.
Experience in working with local communities and capacity development of local staff and stakeholders.
Ability to work flexibly in challenging situations.
Cultural understanding of the Vanuatu context.
Commitment to the aims and principles of IsraAID.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bislama.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and health statistics analysis software.

How to Apply

Apply by: Via website

Website: https://israaid.bamboohr.com/careers/237