Job Vacancies at the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS)

Abuja, Adamawa & Borno - Nigeria Posted 3 years ago Posted on NGO / Community Services, Project Management

The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Project Officer, Community Based Health (x2)
2.) Assistant Coordinator - Community Based Health

The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) was established through an Act of the Parliament in 1960 to complement public authorities in humanitarian interventions with the mandate to prevent and alleviate human suffering at times of peace or conflict, and to support individuals and communities to respond effectively to emergencies, without any form of discrimination as to class, gender, race, political opinions or religion.

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Project Officer, Community Based Health (x2)

Locations: Adamawa and Borno

Background

The Nigerian Red Cross Society has a country wide presence with 37 branches and a network of trained volunteers with access to hard-to-reach communities which gives the NRCS capacity to support the delivery of timely humanitarian aid.
With the goal for the NRCS to be first responder to emergencies in Nigeria, the Movement Partners are working with NRCS to enhance the competencies and capacities of NRCS staff and volunteers at priority branches to respond to the needs of the population during armed conflict and other situations of violence in strategic areas, as well as communicable diseases outbreaks when required.

Job Purpose

The Project Officer Community Based Health will support the branch in the implementation of NRCS Community Based Health Program at the conflict-affected population within catchment areas of supported health facilities in Adamawa and Borno States.

Job Description
In synergy with the Branch team, the Project Officer shall:

Identify heath and care needs within the supported Divisions and develop a workplan for community-based health projects
Conduct the regular monitoring and reporting on community-based health programs implemented by the branch
Ensure all CBH and other program staff receive the necessary and appropriate technical support and training
Implement the CBH training curriculum/strategy for the staff including branch project planning, budgeting, reporting and proposal writing
Represent NRCS in relevant CBH sector forums and networks in the branch
Implement the low-cost CBH initiatives working with the team of volunteers in the branches
Coordinate the efforts of volunteers to provide support to CBH campaigns staged in the state
Facilitate the training of volunteers supporting social mobilization, case management and surveillance of common community health related diseases
In collaboration with relevant agencies monitor the community level spread and severity of epidemic diseases and proactively communicate emerging health related issues to relevant focal points of contact at the branch as appropriate
Support the implementation of MHPSS, HCiD and emergency health activities in the supported branches

Duties
Duties applicable to all staff:

Actively work towards the achievement of the NRCS goals
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross Fundamental Principles and NRCS Statutes
Show capacity to assist other members of staff and management, aptitude for maintaining cooperation and team spirit necessary to achieve the objectives of the National Society
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by Line Manager

Key Performance Areas

Impact and quality of CBH activities in the state
Strong network of health volunteers
Number of lives saved due to CBH efforts

Qualifications and Experience

First Degree in Medicine, Public Health or Health-related discipline from reputable institution
Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience
Experience in Community Based Health, Emergency Health Response and Public Health
Experience in First Aid Training and Services

Essential Skills and Competencies:

Understanding of NRCS Fundamental Principles and Code of Conduct
Good leadership and accountability skills
Strong judgment and ability to identify and analyse problems and to think strategically to anticipate, interpret and develop strategic responses to issues
Ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, manage and sustain effective, successful strategic relationships both internally and externally
Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools
Fluency in written and spoken English

Behavioural Competencies:

Communicating, and a curious and effective listener
Ability to protect the reputation of NRCS through the quality of work, knowledge and experience
High ethical standards and honesty in handling the organizational resources and zero tolerance to corruption
Culturally sensitive, globally minded and showing respect to the views and opinions of others
Ability to collaborate and work well in a team
Ability to work under pressure.

Application Closing Date
1st March, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@redcrossnigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

2.) Assistant Coordinator - Community Based Health

Location: Abuja

Background

The Nigerian Red Cross Society has a country wide presence with 37 branches and a network of trained volunteers with access to hard-to-reach communities which gives the NRCS capacity to support the delivery of timely humanitarian aid.
With the goal for the NRCS to be first responder to emergencies in Nigeria, the Movement Partners are working with NRCS to enhance the competencies and capacities of NRCS staff and volunteers at priority branches to respond to the needs of the population during armed conflict and other situations of violence in strategic areas, as well as communicable diseases outbreaks when required.

Job Purpose

The Assistant Coordinator - Community Based Health will support the NRCS headquarters in the implementation of Community Based Health Program aimed to ensure improved access to health care for the conflict-affected population within catchment areas of supported health facilities.

Job Description
The Assistant Coordinator Health and Care has the following responsibilities:
Strategic:

Support the NRCS in the process of defining and documenting a clear strategic direction for community-based health (CBH)
Identify needs and develop workplans and proposals for community-based health programs in Nigeria
Ensure that relevant NRCS and national/international guidelines and best practices are followed in community-based health (CBH) program assessment, planning and implementation

Operational:

Identify heath and care needs within the supported Branches and develop a workplan for community-based health projects
Build on technical knowledge and understanding of global and Nigeria-specific health issues, to develop proposals for new CBH programs, while respecting and following key technical documents and international strategies
Conduct the regular monitoring and reporting on community-based health programs implemented by the HQ and by branches
Ensure all CBH and other program staff at Headquarters and branches receive the necessary and appropriate technical support and training
Facilitate the development of a CBH training curriculum/strategy for the Nigerian Red Cross Health Staff at Headquarter and Branch levels including project planning, budgeting, reporting and proposal writing
Represent NRCS in relevant CBH sector forums and networks in country
Champion the implementation of low-cost CBH initiatives working with the team of volunteers in the branches
Coordinate the efforts of volunteers to provide support to CBH campaigns staged in the state
Facilitate the training of volunteers supporting social mobilization, case management and surveillance of common community health relateddiseases
In collaboration with relevant agencies monitor the state level spread and severity of epidemic diseases and proactively communicate emerging health related issues to relevant national focal points of contact as appropriate
Support regular monitoring and evaluation of state level community-based health programs
Support the implementation of MHPSS, HCiD and emergency health activities in the supported branches

Duties
Duties applicable to all staff:

Actively work towards the achievement of the NRCS goals
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross Fundamental Principles and NRCS Statutes
Show capacity to assist other members of staff and management, aptitude for maintaining cooperation and team spirit necessary to achieve the objectives of the National Society
Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by Line Manager

Key Performance Areas

Impact and quality of CBH activities in the state
Strong network of health volunteers
Number of lives saved due to CBH efforts

Qualifications and Experience

First Degree in Medicine, Public Health or Health-related discipline from reputable institution
Post-graduate degree in Medicine, Public Health or Health-related discipline is an added advantage
Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience
Work experience with other international organisations, large NGOs and/or governmental development agencies
Experience in Community Based Health, Emergency Health Response and Public Health

Skills and Competencies:
Essential:

Good leadership and accountability skills
Strong judgment and ability to identify and analyse problems and to think strategically to anticipate, interpret and develop strategic responses to issues
Ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, manage and sustain effective, successful strategic relationships both internally and externally
Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools
Fluency in written and spoken English

Desirable:

Understanding of NRCS Fundamental Principles and Code of Conduct

Behavioural Competencies:

Communicating, and a curious and effective listener
Ability to protect the reputation of NRCS through the quality of work, knowledge and experience
High ethical standards and honesty in handling the organizational resources and zero tolerance to corruption
Culturally sensitive, globally minded and showing respect to the views and opinions of others
Ability to collaborate and work well in a team
Ability to work under pressure

Application Closing Date
1st March, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@redcrossnigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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