CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Mali
Closing date: 04 Mar 2015

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility for rapid response to emergencies. International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND: International Medical Corps is deploying an emergency response team (ERT) to assess the country after the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak starting in May 2014. The ERT will assess the provision of direct clinical care. The ERT will expand the current activities including: health education, health awareness, surveillance and contact tracing support.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct/participate in psychosocial needs assessments consistent with IASC (2013) and WHO/UNHCR (2012) Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Needs Assessment Guidelines.

Train service provider staff (e.g. national MoH staff, IMC staff, staff from other agencies) in key aspects of psychosocial support and staff self-care based on WHO Psychological First Aid (PFA) guidelines adapted to the Ebola response.

Train and supervise national PSS staff to build capacity for providing basic psychosocial support (e.g. psychosocial support as part of rapid response teams, community outreach, facility based support) for people affected by Ebola and their families

Work with national PSS staff to provide psychosocial support to Ebola affected patients and families

Develop strategy and mechanisms to integrate psychosocial considerations and components into IMCs Ebola response programming consistent with IASC guidelines of mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies and with global guidelines on Ebola

Develop and implement appropriate guidance and documentation of all PSS related activities (e.g. training materials, training reports, pre post tests, PSS guidelines and protocols etc.)

Strengthen links and referral mechanisms for various services and supports including child protection

Participate in and contribute to MHPSS interagency coordination groups and actively work with and coordinate with other local and international agencies and organizations engaged in general and Ebola-related MHPSS programming and services.

Ensure review of all training materials and tools by IMC Technical Unit MHPSS Advisor

Assist with the development and design of proposals, tracking of activities and reporting in coordination with the Technical Unit MHPSS Advisor

Assist in hiring national PSS staff

Skills & Requirements:

The qualified candidate will have relevant educational qualifications such as a degree in social work, counseling or psychology (MA or PhD) with 3+ years working experience

Previous NGO experience required

Previous experience working in humanitarian setting or low resource setting requires

Strong training and mentoring skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively

Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently

Extremely flexible, and can cope with stressful workloads and frustration

Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources

Fluency in English and French required

How to apply:

How to apply:

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 21 Mar 2015

BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee, one of the world's largest humanitarian agencies, provides relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of natural disaster, oppression and violent conflict in 42 countries. The IRC is committed to bold leadership, innovation and creative partnerships. Active in public health, education, livelihoods, women's empowerment, youth development, and protection and promotion of rights, IRC assists people from harm to home.

The Ebola outbreak in West Africa is unprecedented in scale and in the response required. No previous outbreak has had as many confirmed cases, or as wide of a geographic spread. The situation is complicated by the porous nature of the regions' borders, inaccessibility of the terrain and the presence of multiple active sites of transmission. The outbreak in Sierra Leone started in May 2014 and has rapidly spread due to pourous borders, insufficient contact tracing, community fears and misperceptions.

Currently the IRC is the lead organziaiton in the Ebola Response Consoritum (ERC) comprised of ten international NGOs. We are currently starting a project to support improved Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) at government hospitals. The IRC will directly implement this project to support the government hospitals in Bo, Kenema and Kono districts.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The IPC Nurse Mentors will work in collaboration with their MoHS colleagues to improve IPC practices and structures within government hospitals. The MoHS is currently electing a IPC focal person for each government hospital and will have IPC committess established in all hospitals. The IPC Nurse Mentor will support this new structure, mentoring the MoHS IPC focal person, and serving as a Co-Chair of the IPC hospital committee.

The IPC Nurse Mentor will be responsible for mentoring the MoHS IPC focal person, and working with the hospital management team to plan, develop, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control within the hospital leading trainings for staff in the hospital.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Particiapte in the national IPC in hospital working group and contribute towards SOPs and training manuals
• Conduct IPC trainings with the MoHS IPC focal person for hospital staff
  
• Work with MoHS colleagues to implement IPC practices
  
• Conducts rounds in hospital wards, discussing and montiroing infection control practices with staff
  
• Supports the managmenet of infection control data, and investigates all incidents of infection and reports on incidents to the hospital IPC committee.
  
• Support the hospital management team to identify IPC incidents and investigate, as well as develop and implement improvement plans
  
• Co-chair the hospital IPC committee

REQUIREMENTS (Essential):

• Registerd Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• 3-5 years clinical exerpeicne in a hospital setting
• Previous experience of working in an African setting
  
• Technical expertise in infection, prevention and control
  
• Demonstrated experience in implementing IPC practices and systems improvement, ideally in a low resource setting
• Demonstrated experience working with multiple partners and stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
  
• Experience in training and mentoring

REQUIREMENTS (Desirable):

• Masters in Public Helath (MPH)
• Basic data analysis skills

How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=c2dyYW50LjkwNDg0LjM4MzBAaXJjLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Organization: World Vision
Country: Senegal
Closing date: 29 Jan 2015

Use your background in response management to be part of a leading organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children living in poverty.

World Vision (WV) is a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being of children everywhere by empowering families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.

The Ebola Virus Disease Response Manager (RM) will manage and coordinate the implementation of WV’s response to the Ebola Virus Disease – EVD - pandemic in the West Africa region in accordance with response plans and commitments to meet international and WV standards. This position will be responsible for leading the emergency response phase and rehabilitation and recovery phase in West Africa, ensuring that programmes and project activities are implemented as planned. The Response Manager will work closely with the National Directors of the two affected countries – Sierra Leone and Mali – and support preparedness in at-risk countries in West Africa region. Has strong understanding of National Offices and Regional Office operations. Effectively integrates emergency response programming with existing National Offices programming. Meets desired objectives and goals while being well coordinated and integrated with other programs in the overall EVD Response. In addition, they will provide technical assistance in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the project in close coordination with technical sector teams.

We are looking for a visionary leader who can combine strong business disciplines with inspirational spiritual leadership skills in line with our values and ethos. You will have a passionate desire to help others, especially children.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Coordinate WV Ebola Virus Disease response in Sierra Leone, Mali and neighboring “at risk” NOs from Dakar, Senegal. Regular calls with WVSL and WVM ND & SMT.
• Mobilize and coordinate key WARO, GC and SO functions such as Health, HEA, Communications, Advocacy, etc. for their technical inputs and supports to the response.
• Coordinate development and/or review and adaptation of response tools and materials, messages such as CoH, psycho-spiritual counselling and sensitization materials, etc.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with humanitarian and government representatives, donors and World Vision stakeholders. Coordinate with UN Agencies, other iNGOs and other stakeholders involved in the EVD response both regional and international to ensure synergy and alignment to WHO recommendations. Represent WVI at regular INGO coordination meetings in Dakar.

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• University degree or qualification in a relevant subject with a focus on team management, project management, Public Health or other relevant skills.
• 10 years of proven experience with International NGOs/UN in emergency relief projects, rehabilitation projects or related field.
• Experience in program management and implementation of multi sectoral emergency response projects.
• Previous experience working in complex emergency/rehabilitation settings.
• Good management and collaboration skills with host government, donors and field staff.
• A demonstrated ability to manage cross-cultural dynamics.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) with ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and persuasively with senior internal and external stakeholders.

How to apply:

Could you fulfill this vital, challenging and rewarding role and be part of this life-enriching experience?

For specific details regarding the position, please refer to the full description and apply online by the closing date 29 Jan 2015. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website:www.wvi.org. World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.

Organization: Plan
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Jan 2015

Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan’s stated Global Strategic Goal (2011-15) is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high-quality programmes that deliver long-lasting benefits. Plan aims to achieve this goal by working in partnership with others and through high performing teams whose behaviours reflect the corporate values. It has a global income of around $800m.

We are looking for an exceptional, highly experienced Programme Manager to establish a Community based structure (including a mobile team for case investigation, isolation, contact tracing and referral), with the leading role of the County Health Team and community groups and health care workers. This will include devising and implementing management, operation and monitoring systems. The provisional six month budget for Plan Liberia's Community based response to Ebola is US$0.9 million however this may increase.

As Programme Manager you will be responsible for the overall coordination and management of all programmatic and financial aspects of the planned programme. You will ensure the development of detailed work plans and other technical documents, supervise the execution of activities, provide oversight of all administrative and financial arrangements and ensure timely delivery and accuracy of financial and narrative reports.

As Project Manager you may propose modifications to plans as necessary and contribute to the development of additional donor proposals. You will represent Plan externally at a national level in coordination with the Country Director.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours required;

• Ability to analyse complex problems and developments in a rapidly evolving context, and propose and implement solutions to them.
• Experience in managing large, complex grants (e.g. USAID, EU, DFID) essential, including budget management, overall supervision of procurement and logistics, and timely production of accurate narrative and financial reports
• Experience working in emergency situations
• Experience of collaboratively working with local groups, NGOs and UN Agencies
• Demonstrable experience in community-based interventions and participatory planning and training
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Demonstrated ability to network and liaise with major donors and other health actors

Please click on the following link for a full job description: https://www.dropbox.com/s/sf8s8qnuee1urql/Project%20Manager%20-%20DFATD%20-%20Liberia.doc?dl=0

Type of Role:Five month unaccompanied contract.

Location:Liberia

Reports to:Emergency Response Manager

Closing Date:5th January 2015

How to apply:

https://career012.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4583&company=PlanInt&username=

Organization: GOAL
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 31 Mar 2015

Description

In the first few months of 2014 an Ebola outbreak was declared in West Africa and in recent months the extent of the outbreak in particular across Sierra Leone and Liberia has become out of control. In August WHO have declared the outbreak a public health emergency of International concern. GOAL is currently working to scale up its response to the outbreak and is in the process of developing a clinical response programme for Sierra Leone as well as continuing to assess needs across the region.

As a result GOAL is seeking an experienced Ebola Senior Technical Advisor for a minimum of three months to provide technical support and leadership both to the Ebola clinical team in country and to GOAL organisationally. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Infectious Disease expert who has previously managed infectious disease outbreaks ideally in a developing country setting.

Overview of Role:
The EVD Senior Technical Advisor will provide overall technical guidance to the HQ Ebola response team and field based medical team who are deployed in supporting the Ebola Response. The EVD Advisor will work in collaboration with the global health advisor and with the country team to develop the overall clinical response strategy and ensure that the response is in line with international best practise guidelines currently in place.

S/he will ensure that the clinical and social mobilisation components of the programme are working in a complementary manner and will provide feedback to GOAL Head Office on current performance of the programme as well as future expected needs.

Key Duties

Assume technical responsibility for the following components of the Ebola response;

Clinical Services and Infection Control

1. Based on needs assessment and/or feasibility studies provide technical advice to GOAL on developing the clinical response at national, district and community level.
2. Ensure the overall provision of clinical services in consistent with best practices and is implemented in collaboration with other stakeholders.
3. Provide technical advice on the set up and operation of Ebola Treatment Centres (ETCs) as well as Isolation Units at community level to ensure that international standards on infection control are in place. This should include staff requirements including identification of appropriate trainings and establishing an appropriate supply chain.
4. Suggest possible interventions to ensure that the existing primary health care system continues to operate in settings of high EVD transmission.
5. Provide technical support and advice on trainings for burial teams and overall infection control for other public health teams.

Public Health

1. Ensure that appropriate EVD Social mobilisation and community surveillance systems are in place in all areas of operation.
2. Ensure that community based Public health teams are working with community leaders and EVD Treatment Facilities to build strong linkages within the referral system.

Coordination

1. Provide regular updates on the outbreak response to the GOAL Senior Management Team in Head Quarters and provide advice recommendations on future direction of the EVD response programme.
2. Liaise with other EVD response actors to include; national government, donors and other international agencies at a national and a global level and ensure that GOAL is linked in to all relevant EVD networks.
3. Provide advice on the structure and support of the overall health technical team in country both in terms of organisational development and ongoing training and support.

Person Specification

1. Infectious Disease Specialist, Public Health Physician, Epidemiologist or similar
2. At least five years of public health experience in developing countriesPrevious experience of working in and coordination of large public health emergencies or disease outbreaks

How to apply:

http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BFUEV&jid=UFBYFAZ&site=Ebola

Organization: GOAL
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 31 Mar 2015

Description

Ebola Outbreak in Sierra Leone (SL) and Liberia and GOALs Response to Date

The 2014 Ebola outbreak is the largest Ebola outbreak in history and the first in West Africa. The current outbreak is affecting multiple countries in West Africa with Sierra Leone/Liberia first reporting cases in March of this year. As of September of this year Liberia has reported over 3,000 cases with Sierra Leone reporting over 2.500 cases. Based on current rates of infection it is expected that case numbers will climb significantly in the current months. GOAL has been working in Sierra Leone for several years now and has been active in the Ebola Health response since the outbreak was declared. Due to the scale of the outbreak in Liberia GOAL has decided to establish a response in Liberia to provide assistance to the large numbers of people who have become infected in recent weeks and are expected to be infected in the coming weeks and months ahead.

Summary of Role:

The Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Emergency Health Coordinator will be responsible for the overall management, administration and planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Health Response programme in Sierra Leone.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of GOAL’s Ebola response programme in Sierra Leone which should be based on timely and quality sectoral analysis, and in coordination with key stakeholders
• Provide technical and managerial support to the EVD Medical Coordinator(s) and other staff as appropriate
• Ensure that all EVD responses are in line with current best practise and that staff safety protocols are in place and being reviewed regularly
• Ensure that each Treatment Centre/health team have a staff safety plan and appropriate training in plan in place.
• Ensure that effective partnership and collaboration are achieved and maintained with the Ministry of Health and other organisations for technical cooperation, programme coordination, information sharing and knowledge networking.
• Monitoring and evaluation of programme performance is properly undertaken for adjustment, acceleration and improvement of program delivery.
• Ensure that the most relevant and strategic information is provided to relevant stakeholders.
• Support in the preparation of donor reports and proposals as required.
• Other assigned duties and responsibilities are effectively accomplished.

Requirements:

• Health qualification Nurse, Doctor, Public Health or other relevant disciplines
• At least 2-3 years of experience as Health Manager/Coordinator, developing and implementing health programmes
• Experience working in a health humanitarian contexts; infectious disease outbreaks or medical emergency response.
• Relevant people management skills and providing direction for a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in national representation and coordination.
• Excellent IT and report writing skills.
• Ability to work in a difficult situation and deal with challenging clinical settings.

Contract Duration:3-6 months

How to apply:

http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BFUEV&jid=UFAZUGTEV&site=Ebola

Organization: ALIMA
Country: Mali
Closing date: 25 Dec 2014

ALIMA recrute un Responsable Approvisionnement H/F, pour son programme de réponse à l’épidémie de maladie à virus Ebola au Mali.

Pour visualiser le profil de poste, cliquez sur le lien ci-dessous:

http://www.alimaong.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014_25_11-Responsable-approvisionnement-MALI-EBOLA.pdf

How to apply:

Pour postuler, merci d’envoyer votre CV ainsi qu’une lettre de motivation à candidature@alima-ngo.org, en précisant dans l’objet du message la référence “Responsable Approvisionnement Mali – Ebola » avant le 25 Décembre 2014.

Organization: GOAL
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 30 Nov 2014

*This position is part of our emergency response, we urge you to apply as soon as possible, and
may appoint prior to the closing date.

Background
GOAL has been working in Sierra Leone since 1999; we have offices in West Freetown, East
Freetown, and Kenema District, and a staff body of approximately 180 people. GOAL has over 15
years’ experience designing and implementing system strengthening and community-based
programmes across Sierra Leone’s health; water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH); and child
protection sectors, and is rapidly scaling-up within and across these sectors to respond to the
current Ebola outbreak. GOAL’s key emergency Ebola response activities include constructing and
managing an Ebola Treatment Centre; construction, infection prevention control, and WASH
support within government health facilities; family tracing and reunification of Ebola orphans;
material and psychosocial support for Ebola survivors; and national social mobilisation activities.

Social Mobilisation Action Consortium (SMAC)
The number of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) cases are expected to increase from hundreds to
thousands per week in the coming months without significant scale up of social mobilisation
activities which focus on enabling individuals, households and communities to practice behaviours
that will result in reducing the number of new infections, even greatly reinforced health services
will not be able to keep up with the need, and the EVD reproductive ratio will continue to increase.
Additionally, social mobilisation activities are critical in ensuring that there is demand for, and
utilization of, services among the sick and bereaved by promoting health seeking behaviors and
facilitating community acceptance of new surveillance, clinical care, and burial procedures.
GOAL, Centres for Disease Control (CDC), BBC Media Action, Restless Development, and FOCUS
1000 formed the Social Mobilisation Action Consortium (SMAC) in order to support and strengthen
the National Social Mobilisation Pillar; simultaneously activate multiple channels to provide EVD
information which addresses the principle transmission modes; and work with and through existing
local community structures capable of leading and role-modelling behaviour change, in order to
reduce EVD infections. SMAC, funded by the Department for International Development (DFID), is
now launching a six-month project, Community-based Action Against Ebola.

Description of the Role
The Ebola Health Communications Specialist is a key role within the SMAC Consortium Coordination
Unit (CCU). Reporting directly to the SMAC Director, the specialist will be responsible for designing,
developing, and delivering the SMAC behaviour change communications strategy; rapidly producing
high quality communications materials (either alone or by coordinating video producers,
photographers, and graphic designers); and providing technical and training support to all
consortium partners.
Responsibilities
? Design the SMAC behaviour change communications strategy based on a detailed
understanding of the principle transmission modes and key message areas; the SMAC
channels for providing EVD information; and the community structures and context being
targeted.
? Draft high quality, appropriate communications materials that can be used by SMAC staff
and Mobilisers across the country, including training guides, video scripts, posters, leaflets,
and pocket guides.
? Coordinate video producers, photographers, and graphic designers to ensure
communications materials are produced quickly and to a consistently high quality.
? Work closely with SMAC programme staff to ensure that all materials are pre-tested and
receive necessary ethical and Ministry of Health approval before being finalized.
? Work closely with SMAC programme staff to organize and facilitate training of staff and
Mobilisers (including Community Mobilisers, Paramount Chiefs, Religious Leaders, and
Healthcare Workers) and during these trainings: lead sessions on how to use new materials;
gather feedback on existing materials; and identify gaps where additional materials need to
be produced.
? Work closely with the SMAC M&E Manager, the SMAC research teams, and the SMAC
Technical Working Group to regularly analyze epidemiological data and feedback from the
field in order to assess effectiveness of interventions and in particular, changes that need to
be made to the communications strategy.
? Link to the National Social Mobilisation Pillar and give technical and capacity building
support in the area of messaging and materials.
? Attend relevant meetings and working groups to keep abreast of population behaviour
change related to the EVD outbreak, as well as changes in the response and services being
provided, which need to be messaged on.

Qualifications and Experience
? Masters in Public Health, Health Promotion, Anthropology, Sociology or equivalent
experience.
? Sound academic understanding of theories of behaviour change.
? Demonstrated technical experience in behaviour change, social marketing, community
health, and health promotion.
? Ability to write clearly for a range of audiences and educational backgrounds.
? Extensive experience developing high quality communications materials and tools for a
range of audiences and educational backgrounds.
? Ability to coordinate multiple service providers and consultants (including video producers,
photographers, and graphic designers) to produce high quality outputs.
? Strong facilitation and training skills.
? Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
? Clear team player, able to work harmoniously with diverse group of individuals.
? Willingness to sign up to GOAL’s strict Child Protection Policy.

How to apply:

To apply please visit the GOAL website
http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid=UFYWBU&site=Goal

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Madagascar
Closing date: 23 Nov 2014

Assistant Technique Ebola (AT-Ebola) P4

CONTEXTE

L’ampleur, la durée et la complexité de l’épidémie de maladie à virus Ébola en Afrique de l’Ouest ont mis en évidence le besoin d’une mise en œuvre rapide et efficace de mesures de prévention et préparation fondées sur des évidences. Il a été démontré que, mises en œuvre dès que possible, les mesures de protection permettent de réduire ou d'arrêter la propagation du virus et protègent non seulement les travailleurs de la santé mais aussi la population en générale.

Il est extrêmement important que le plan de réponse existant a Madagascar est amélioré et mise en œuvre rapidement pour une éventuelle présence d’un patient suspect d’infection par le virus Ebola. La fragilité du tissu social malgache, en plus d'un système de santé vulnérable, sont plus que nécessaire pour l'élaboration d'un plan d'urgence adapté au contexte national.

OBJECTIF

Sous la supervision de l’UNICEF, et en étroite collaboration avec les Partenaires Techniques et Financier ( OMS,IPM etc) du gouvernement Malgache dans le secteur de la santé, le consultant international apportera un appui technique pour l’analyse de la situation, la planification, la mise en œuvre, le suivi et l'évaluation du plan de préparation de la réponse d'urgence lors d’ une éventuelle épidémie d'Ebola à Madagascar. Son rôle principal est d’assurer l'efficacité du plan de préparation, au niveau national et la livraison des résultats, conformément à l'engagement de base des PTF santé pour les populations et surtout les enfants en situation d'urgence et les normes humanitaires nationales et internationales.

TACHES ET RESPONSABILITES PRINCIPALES

Fournir un soutien technique direct au Ministère de la Santé Publique pour la mise en place et le fonctionnement du Groupe de coordination technique pour la mise en œuvre du plan national de contingence d’Ebola.

Dans le cadre de plate-forme nationale de coordination de la préparation du plan de contingence d’Ebola (Ebola Task Force) en collaboration avec d'autres intervenants et au nom de l'UNICEF et des PTF santé, le consultant international est chargé de soutenir l'analyse au niveau national des besoins et des priorités pour assurer des stratégies appropriés clés pour la préparation à une éventuelle épidémie d’Ebola à Madagascar, conformément aux règles de l’Organisation Mondiale de la Sante

L'expert travaillera sous la supervision de l’UNICEF en coordination avec les PTF santé, et de la cellule d'alerte et d'intervention. Il fournira un appui technique au Coordonnateur National Ebola au Ministère de la Santé Publique et contribuera au développement et à la mise en œuvre du plan de contingence de lutte contre le virus Ebola à Madagascar. Les principales tâches du consultant sont les suivantes :

1. Appuyer les autorités sanitaires nationales et régionales en coordination avec les PTF, les ONG et d'autres partenaires cliniques sur le terrain à développer:
2. Une analyse de la situation actuelle au pays et l’état de préparations d’urgence.
3. Un plan de contingence et de préparation d’une réponse rapide aux alertes d’Ebola à Madagascar ( Le plan existant est amélioré et opérationnelle).
4. Un plan de recrutement et formation de personnel médical et non médical, hautement qualifiés dans la gestion des patients gravement malades (équipe d’intervention rapide).
5. Un programme de formation pour le personnel sélectionné (travailleurs de la santé, personnel de gestion hospitalière, logistique, hygiénistes, techniciens en eau et l'assainissement et des auxiliaires) sur:

· Les protocoles/procédures sur les mesures de la protection du personnel, en particulier EPI.

· Identification des mesures spécifiques concernant les activités à haut risque et son application.

· Triage et soins de santé pour les patients dans les établissements de prise en charge Ebola (centre de formation/traitement Ebola).

· La PEC de cas, suspect et confirmés

· Les enterrements en toute sécurité selon les normes OMS.

· La surveillance épidémiologique et la recherche des contacts.

· La stratégie de communication dans une épidémie d'Ebola.

• La mise en place d'un Centre de formation/traitement Ebola (CTE)
• Estimation des besoins en matériel nécessaire pour la préparation d’urgence et le coût total.
• Fournir une assistance technique au personnel choisi pour soigner les éventuels patients infectés par le virus d’Ebola (soins intensifs, y compris la gestion de la septicémie, le soutien de la vie, etc), sur la base de l’expérience et les orientations fondées sur des preuves internationalement reconnues par OMS-MSF-CDC).
• Agir en tant que « Point Focal Ebola » pour les PTF du Ministère de la Santé Publique :
• Garder les PTF informés sur les décisions et les mesures prises par le comité de crise et l’Ebola Task Force.
• Informer régulièrement UNICEF ainsi que les PTF sur l’état d’avancement des activités ainsi que les goulots d’étranglement et les solutions probables.
• Mise à jour régulière sur les progrès du plan de préparation Ebola pour Madagascar.
• Liaison entre les PTF, le Ministère de la Santé Publique et les différents partenaires impliqués dans le plan de préparation contre le virus Ebola à Madagascar.
• Soutien technique sur les aspects généraux d’une épidémie d'Ebola.

LOCALISATION

Le poste est basé à Antananarivo, (Ministère de la Santé Publique), avec des possibles déplacements dans les différentes régions de Madagascar, priorisées en fonction du plan de formation établi.

RESULTATS ATTENDUS

1. Le ministère de la Santé Publique (Le Comité de crise/Ebola Task Force) et les partenaires financiers dans le domaine « Plan National de réponse rapide pour la Fièvre hémorragique à virus d’Ébola» ont les capacités pour appliquer des approches spécifiques selon l’OMS et normes internationaux.
2. Mis au point du « Plan National de réponse rapide pour la Fièvre hémorragique à virus Ébola»
3. Validation et diffusion du plan dans une version courte et facile à comprendre pour tous les partenaires d'exécution.
4. Un plan de formation pour le personnel qualifié, sur les mesures de sécurité et d’hygiène du travail (conformément aux recommandations de l’OMS) existe et est en fonctionnement.
5. Equipe d’intervention rapide identifié et opérationnel.
6. Un centre de formation/traitement Ebola (CTE) est opérationnel (PEC de cas +) selon les normes internationales et OMS
7. Le comité de crise (Task Force) est capable de coordonner une offre suffisante les moyens nécessaires de répondre à une épidémie.
8. Le comité de crise (Task Force) a une stratégie de communication : coordination entre le niveau central, Ministère de la Santé Publique, et les différents acteurs impliqués dans le « Plan National de réponse rapide contre la Fièvre hémorragique à virus Ébola»
9. Les différents acteurs sont régulièrement informés de l’état d’avancement des interventions ainsi que d’éventuels goulots d’étranglement et solutions

LIVRABLES

Le consultant est responsable de la production des livrables suivants :

• PV de toutes les réunions des comités techniques et de pilotage, incluant les idées débattues et les recommandations/points d’action. (comité de crise / Ebola Task force opérationnel)
• Le rapport préliminaire et final de l’analyse de la situation, incluant la méthodologie et les résultats clés. (n’excédant pas les 45 pages, annexes inclus)
• Plan national de contingence et de réponse rapide pour la Fièvre hémorragique à virus d’Ébola» de Madagascar Nombre de personnel de santé formé
• La présentation de l’étude (version powerpoint)

QUALIFICATIONS ET COMPETENCES REQUISES

• Diplôme universitaire (de niveau Masters au minimum), dans le domaine de santé publique
• Un minimum de 5 années d’expérience dans la promotion de l'hygiène, et de la mobilisation de la communauté en ce qui concerne la réponse aux épidémies selon l’approche communication pour le développement (C4D).
• Un minimum de 5 années d’expérience préalable dans un contexte d’épidémie. Une expérience dans le plan de contingence contre la Fièvre Hémorragique à virus d’Ebola est hautement souhaitée
• Excellentes capacités de planification et de coordination, avec la capacité démontrée à travailler avec les différentes parties prenantes.
• Un minimum de 5 années d'expérience de travail avec des institutions internationales d’aide au développement. L’expérience avec le système des Nations Unies et / ou avec des ONGs Internationales en contexte d’urgence est un avantage comparatif.
• Bonne maîtrise du Français (oral et écrit). Une connaissance de travail de l’Anglais est un atout.

How to apply:

SOUMISSION DE CANDIDATURE

Les candidat(e)s intéressé(e)s sont prié(e)s d’adresser leur dossier de candidature (lettre de motivation, un formulaire des Nations Unies (P11) dûment rempli (disponible sur http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc), une copie du diplôme le plus élevé, une copie d'une pièce d'identité (CIN et Passeport), et UNE OFFRE FINANCIERE (obligatoire et all inclusive) en Dollar des Etats Unis à l'adresse hrantananarivo@unicef.org avec la référence:

"14 - SSA CSD Assistant Technique Ebola (AT-Ebola) P4»

Deadline: 23 Novembre 2014 (Toute candidature incomplète ou reçue après le deadline ne sera pas considérée)

L’UNICEF est un environnement non-fumeur.L’UNICEF est environnement libre de toute discrimination. Les candidatures féminines qualifiées ainsi que celles de personnes qualifiées en situation de handicap sont vivement encouragées.

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

Development of the projects currently implemented in Sierra Leone, ensuring appropriateness of actions in respect of Médicos del Mundo (MdM) policies and of the identifications already made.

JOB SUMMARY

The nurse provides care to the patients, attends to their needs, and ensures they are comfortable. S/he records and communicates information regarding the evolution of the patients.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION

Sierra Leone, at Moyamba MDM ETC.

ORGANIZATION CHART

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Action - Ebola Unit and will refer to the Medical Coordinator of the ETC.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Nurse is aware of the risks involved in working in the ETC

· Nurse follows all regulations concerning infection control and protective measures.

Non-adherence to the safety regulations can result in immediate dismissal.

· Takes the vital signs at least once per shift and records in the patient file.

· Gives treatment at the appropriate time as prescribed by the doctor.

· Calls the doctor on duty if any medical problem arises.

· Ensures that each patient always has ORS or plain water for rehydration.

· Assists patients in taking fluid as required or as prescribed by the doctor.

· Ensures that the patients are comfortable.

· Ensures that the patients and their bedding are clean.

· Assists the patients with bathing and personal hygiene.

· Informs the supervisor of the burial team when a patient dies.

· Assists with the doctor’s ward rounds, and records the necessary medical information.

· Makes a detailed report at the end of the shift in the report book.

· Records new patients in the admission book, and completes other data forms as required.

· Attends and participates in the weekly meeting.

· Informs the surveillance team of the general condition of the patients (to inform the relatives at home).

· Ensures that the items for admission are in place before each admission.

· Explains the rules of the VHF Treatment Unit to all new patients, and their relatives.

· Provides the necessary protective gear to the relative and ensures that they are familiar with the rules of the VHF Treatment unit.

EXPERIENCE

At least two years’ nurse experience of international or emergency cooperation projects are required.

Previous experience in similar emergency work, especially in Africa shall be valued.

SKILLS

Great organizational skills. Adaptability to rural areas. Stress management.

Leadership and staff management skills.

Teamwork.

Accuracy and workautonomy.

Sharing MédicosdelMundo’svalues, mission and lines of work.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163814/nurse-ebola-treatment-center-etc.html

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

Development of the projects currently implemented in Sierra Leone, ensuring appropriateness of actions in respect of Médicos del Mundo (MdM) policies and of the identifications already made.

JOB SUMMARY

Is responsible for the planning, organization, monitoring of all medical activities of the ETC, ensuring overall administrative and human resources management of the hospital as well as the smooth running of all medical activities.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION

Sierra Leone, at Moyamba MDM ETC, with regular visits along the country, mainly to Freetown, if needed.

ORGANIZATION CHART

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Action - Ebola Unit and will refer to the Sanitary Project Coordination in Moyamba

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans the medical human resources needs for the hospital
• Ensures general management of staff related to hospital activities, working in close collaboration with activity managers and team supervisors
• Ensures that the Hospital staff is properly managed, according to MDM HR vision, policies and values and reports any problem or issue to administration manager and field coordinator
• Ensures that all job descriptions of all hospital staff are updated and accurate.
• Participates in selection and follow up of all hospital staff
• Defines the training needs of the staff, organises and implements trainings for hospital staff.
• Participates in the individual training of the staff by accompanying and/or supporting individuals in their work and generally reinforces skills of all hospital staff.
• Participates in identifying people showing potential within the hospital staff
• Undertakes regular evaluations of the staff under his/her direct supervision (supervisors)
• Manages potential conflicts among hospital staff.
• Promotes communication and active participation of all hospital staff in the project
• Ensures accurate diffusion of information to all staff under supervision.
• Ensures the good transfer of information from one duty team to another.
• Ensures that all hospital staff promotes and maintains confidentiality regarding all patient cases and records.
• Plans and organises in close collaboration with medical team managers all hospital related activities.
• Is in charge of the medical budget plan and budget approval of the hospital.
• Participates in the definition and update of annual hospital HR planning and budgets.
• Is responsible for hygiene and universal precautions in the hospital according to protocols, in cooperation with logistics manager.
• Ensures inter-departmental coordination in order to maintain the continuity of care
• Coordinating the implementation of adapted patient files (registration, follow up, archiving, confidentiality)
• Ensures, in cooperation with logistics manager, that all hospital staff has the material and technical support needed.
• Together with logistic manager, plans and organizes the set out, rehabilitation and maintenance of the premises
• Together with logistic manager, establishes cleaning protocols for the premises and material following MDM procedures
• With the activities managers and team supervisors, identifies material needs (equipment and consumable material) required for the different departments
• Defines the procedures and frequency of logistics and medical material supply for the different departments
• Monitors the proper use material and medicines and their correct inventory
• Monitors the management of the central and departmental pharmacies, based on consumption, ensuring the availability of drugs and medical equipment for all hospital activities
• Ensures that all administrative procedures and hospital documents are used correctly, i.e. discharge paper, transfer paper, etc.).
• Supervises cleanliness of all hospital area.
• Looks after equipment provided.
• Ensures that no material is taken out of hospital without prior authorisation.
• Ensures that inventories of all material and equipment used exist and are updated
• Gathers data and statistics of the different wards in the hospital.
• Informs medical managers or doctors about any possible serious problem or complication, ex. delays in consultations, problems in medicines, etc.

EXPERIENCE

At least two years’ experience in hospital direction of international or emergency cooperation projects are required.

Previous experience in similar emergency work, especially in Africa shall be valued.

SKILLS

Great organizational skills. Adaptability to rural areas. Stress management.

Leadership and staff management skills.

Teamwork.

Accuracy and workautonomy.

Sharing MédicosdelMundo’svalues, mission and lines of work.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163670/medical-coordinator-of-the-ebola-treatment-center-etc.html

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

The objectives in this position are the coordination and sanitary supervision of the logistics and

administration of the Ebola outbreak prevention’s project that the NGO develops in Koinadugu,

Sierra Leone.

CATCHMENT AREA

Sierra Leone

JOB SUMMARY

Project coordination and supervision giving direct reports to the Unity of Human Action.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Medicos delMundo Spain representation in sanitary area/community mobilization

coordination meetings held with different national and international institutional organisms.

· Ensure the execution of working chronogram adjusting the activities to local needs.

· Supervision of the objectives achievement, guaranteeing appropriate monitoring through the

project tracking.

· Work coordination with Ministery services and with international and national organizations

that participate in the area.

· Elaboration of situation reports (“SITREP”),tracking reports andfinal reports demanded by

donors.

· Training in education for health and community mobilization for Sanitary staff.

· Training for hygienist personnel in enviromental control and desinfection activities.

· Coordination both of the expatriate and national personnel, as well as their project.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Medicine and/orNursingstudies - prevention medicine perspective.

Further training: Project management training. Public health management training and previous

experience in outbreak responses shall be considered.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Languages: Fluency in English

Computering skills: Basic skills, Microsoft Office package

Availability: 1 to 4 months

EXPERIENCE

At least two years’ experience in sanitary coordination of international or emergency cooperation

projects are required.

Previous experience in similar emergency work, especially in Africa shall be valued.

SKILLS

Great organizationalskills. Adaptability to rural areas. Stress management.

Médicos del Mundo

Leadership and staff management skills.

Teamwork.

Accuracy and workautonomy.

Sharing MédicosdelMundo’svalues, mission and lines of work.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163695/sanitary-coordinator-for-an-ebola-prevention-project-in-sierra-leone.html

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

Development of the projects currently implemented in Sierra Leone, ensuring appropriateness of actions in respect of Médicos del Mundo (MdM) policies and of the identifications already made.

JOB SUMMARY

Is responsible for the planning, organization, and monitoring and execute of all economic activities of the ETC.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION

The successful candidate will be based in Sierra Leone Sierra Leone, at Moyamba MDM office and ETC.

ORGANIZATION CHART

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Action - Ebola Unit and will refer to the Sanitary Project Coordinator.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSABILITIES

Money administration and security

• Guarantees that money administration procedures are followed
• Ensuring the management of coordination cash boxes (following up advances and maintaining the advances register, physical inventories and bank account/ check, expenditure conciliations, etc.).
• Checking purchasing procedures are followed (order forms systematically signed by authorized persons).
• Performing cash ups.
• Organizing the system for paying suppliers (following up housing rents etc.), do the payments by check, order bank transfers.
• Paying salary advances, salaries ,taxes and payments notes duly validates by financial coordinator.
• Paying per diems and security envelopes according to the rules. do the payments by check, order bank transfers.
• Following bank account movements, in particular checking balances on a daily basis and alerting his /her responsible
• Giving an initial briefing on money administration to all personnel receiving entitlements (per diem, lodgment, etc.) and/or functioning advances.
• Guarantees accounting procedures are followed
• Checking that expenditures are validated by the management.
• Checking the conformity of justifications.
• Filing and archiving documents.
• Preparing national audits . Inform to Accounting Services in HQ about nationals audit
• Giving a specific briefing on accountancy management to project coordinators and/or logisticians supervising an assistant administrator.
• Follows national legislation
• Gathering information on fiscal legislation (taxes, customs duties, VAT, taxes on hiring contracts, annual declarations etc.) and transmitting it to the health coordinator. If necessary, undertaking this task in liaison with external consultants.

Expenditure carried out within the financial mission

Checking the accounts (field and capital).

Checking the documents attached and cost allocations (project and accounts codes)

Checking the justification documents and their conformity (order forms, invoices, inventories, etc.) in capital and the projects.

Under the responsibility of her/his coordinator, analyzing cash box disparities and providing technical assistance for their resolution (propositions on reorganizatio

Grants coding

Allocating expenditure in the appropriate grant following defined grants criteria

Monthly closure

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Academic: University degree or diploma. A Master in International Cooperation and/or Humanitarian Aid is desirable.

REQUIREMENTS

Languages: Very high level of spoken and written English

Office pack user level.

EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate must have at least 5 years’ field experience in emergency situations. At least 3 years’ experience in positions with similar responsibility and working on planning, design, management and monitoring of programmes from a NGDO in fragile scenarios, of complex emergencies. Experience in project planning, implementation and evaluation is desirable. Team coordination experience.

COMPETENCE PROFILE

• High organizational capacity and for adaptation to emergency situations.
• Proven capacity for team leadership and management.
• Team work and networking capacity.
• Thoroughness and self-sufficiency at work.
• Strict compliance with the safety protocols established for the country and MdM mission
• Identification with the lines of work, values and mission of Médicos del Mundo.

AVAILABILITY

To join immediately.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163675/sierra-leone-administrator-for-ebola-treatment-centre.html

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

Development of the projects currently implemented in Sierra Leone, ensuring appropriateness of actions in respect of Médicos del Mundo (MdM) policies and of the identifications already made.

jOB SUMARY

Ensures that the management of the water, sanitation, hygiene, and waste activities are organized so that staff, patients, and the environment inside and outside the ETC are not exposed to ebola virus contaminated material.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION

Sierra Leone, at Moyamba MDM ETC.

ORGANIZATION CHART

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Action - Ebola Unit and will refer to the Sanitary Project Coordination in Moyamba

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The coordinator is aware of the risks involved in working in the ETC.

The coordinator follows all regulations concerning infection control and protective measures.

Non-adherence to the safety regulations can result in immediate dismissal.

General responsibilities:

Responsible for all water, hygiene and sanitation issues linked to the outbreak intervention.

Trains and educates staff of the hospital and other health structures in the affected area with respect to ETC and watsan related issues.

Takes every opportunity to inform and sensitise the population when working in the field.

Attends and participates actively in weekly staff meeting.

Attends and participates actively in the Task Force meetings.

Advises the hospital authorities on general health care waste issues.

Monitors and orders stocks of cleaning and disinfection material.

Coordinates with the Hospital Directo for the monitoring and ordering of PPE, and other materials.

Human Resource Management:

Provides technical support to other watsan staff (local & expatriate).

Supervises and guides the Ebola ward support staff.

Supervises and guides the mobile teams.

Prepares and adapts job descriptions according to the needs.

Water, Hygiene and Sanitation:

Ensures that safety procedures are implemented in all outbreak control activities.

Ensures that sufficient good quality water is available in the ETC

Ensures that sufficient quantities of chlorine solution are always available.

Ensures that latrines and bathing areas are well maintained, and cleaned and disinfected properly.

Ensures that staff and patients are following the protection regulations

Ensures that waste is collected, handled, transported, and disposed of safely and according to the protocols.

EXPERIENCE

At least two years’ water, sanitation and hygiene coordination experience of international or emergency cooperation projects are required.

Previous experience in similar emergency work, especially in Africa shall be valued.

SKILLS

Great organizational skills. Adaptability to rural areas. Stress management.

Leadership and staff management skills.

Teamwork.

Accuracy and workautonomy.

Sharing MédicosdelMundo’svalues, mission and lines of work.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163812/water-sanitation-and-hygiene-coordinator-for-ebola-treatment-center-ipc-infection-and-prevention-and-control.html

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

Development of the projects currently implemented in Sierra Leone, ensuring appropriateness of actions in respect of Médicos del Mundo (MdM) policies and of the identifications already made.

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinates and manages psychological staff, and ensures that all patients and families are offered appropriate psychological support.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION

Sierra Leone, at Moyamba MDM ETC.

ORGANIZATION CHART

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Action - Ebola Unit and will refer to the Medical Coordinator of the ETC.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Coordinator is aware of the risks involved in working in the VHF Treatment Unit.

The Coordinator follows all regulations concerning infection control and protective measures.

Non-adherence to the safety regulations can result in immediate dismissal.

General Responsibilities

Responsible for all psychological and psychosocial activities linked to the outbreak intervention.

Analyses and plans activities of the mental health team.

Takes every opportunity to inform and sensitise the population when working in the field.

Participates in interagency meetings dealing with psychological issues, and social mobilisation as required.

Attends and participates actively in weekly staff meeting.

Human resource Management

Supervises and guides the mental health team: Inpatient Psychologist, Community Psychologist.

Provides technical support to the mental health team as required.

Prepares and adapts job descriptions according to the needs.

Identifies, recruits, and trains staff as required.

Psychological and Psychosocial Activities

Ensures that patients are able to benefit from the psychological assistance available.

Assesses capacity of staff and conducts training sessions as required.

Organises and leads regular meetings and debriefings for the mental health team.

Provides support to other outbreak team members as required.

EXPERIENCE

At least two years’ psychologist experience of international or emergency cooperation projects are required.

Previous experience in similar emergency work, especially in Africa shall be valued.

SKILLS

Great organizational skills. Adaptability to rural areas. Stress management.

Leadership and staff management skills.

Teamwork.

Accuracy and workautonomy.

Sharing MédicosdelMundo’svalues, mission and lines of work.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163681/psychologist-for-the-ebola-treatment-center.html

Organization: Médicos del Mundo
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 15 Apr 2015

MISSION

Development of the projects currently implemented in Sierra Leone, ensuring appropriateness of actions in respect of Médicos del Mundo (MdM) policies and of the identifications already made.

JOB SUMMARY

The Doctor in Charge is responsible for managing the unit, and overseeing all medical related activities. S/he must follow up on activities and procedures in the wards, including admission and discharge of patients, the evolution of the patients, staff issues, and any problems that may arise. S/he is also responsible for supervising the doctors and clinical officers.

S/he is responsible to ensure that the unit is accepted and integrated within the health structure, and to ensure that other health staff are informed and understand the measures put in place and the procedures for referring patients to the unit.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION

Sierra Leone, at Moyamba MDM ETC.

ORGANIZATION CHART

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Action - Ebola Unit and will refer to the Medical Coordinator of the ETC.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Doctor is aware of the risks involved in working in the ETC treatment unit.

· Doctor follows all regulations concerning infection control and protective measures.

Non-adherence to the safety regulations can result in immediate dismissal.

· Management of the treatment unit.

· Coordination with Hospital Director

· Ensures that all new staff members are trained properly.

· Organises and chairs a weekly meeting with the medical and non-medical staff working in the treatment unit.

· Responsible for forwarding relevant problems and issues arising from the weekly meeting to the medical superintendent/hospital authorities.

· Prepares duty roster for doctors and clinical officers.

· Visits the treatment wards or communicates with the Doctor on Duty at least twice a day.

· Records data and patient information as required.

· Informs Medical Superintendent and coordination team of the situation in the treatment unit.

EXPERIENCE

At least two years’ experience in sanitary coordination of international or emergency cooperation projects are required.

Previous experience in similar emergency work, especially in Africa shall be valued.

SKILLS

Great organizational skills. Adaptability to rural areas. Stress management.

Leadership and staff management skills.

Teamwork.

Accuracy and workautonomy.

Sharing MédicosdelMundo’svalues, mission and lines of work.

How to apply:

http://trabaja.medicosdelmundo.org/empleos/oferta/163676/doctor-of-the-ebola-treatment-center.html

Organization: Heart to Heart International
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Dec 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

The WASH Coordinator’s main task is to manage the smooth and safe operation of WASH related interventions in ETU, including establishing, supervising, coordinating and implementing quality control and assurance mechanisms. (S)he will oversee various teams involved in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) activities, including in high risk areas. This position will be based in country.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Implementation

• Establish and manage an efficient and safe system for the production and distribution of sufficient amounts of chlorine solutions throughout the ETU
• Ensure reliant water supply for all purposes throughout the ETU
• Ensure appropriate and safe collection, transport, treatment and disposal of all liquid and solid wastes
• Ensures safe management of dead bodies in accordance with established protocols
• Ensure all necessary safety measures are applied in the handling of materials, supplies and equipment
• Ensure frequent and accurate disinfection and cleaning as per established protocols
• In collaboration with WASH Coordinator and logs team, monitor supply chain for necessary WASH supplies, equipment and material, adequately reflecting scaling up of services at treatment centre if necessary
• Human Resource Management
• Establish and/or manage teams of national staff with various tasks inside the ETU, including hygienists, cleaners, laundry workers, burial teams, chlorinators, waste managers
• Ensure all team members are fully induced to their tasks, and closely monitor strict adherence to established protocols
• Maintain staff rotations and shifts of different teams under management

Other

• Ensure smooth operation through collaboration and effective communication between all teams working at ETU
• Provide regular updates to supervisor and team on progress, priorities and constraints – verbally and in writing
• Represent Heart to Heart International to governmental and non-governmental groups as needed and agreed with the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in civil / public health engineering or related field
• 3+ years of professional WASH technical experience, with at least 1 year in emergency response
• Proven experience in WASH in health facilities, including management of infectious waste
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Willingness to enter high risk area at the ETU
• Competent in staff training and management
• Interpersonal qualities: Excellent management skills, promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure
• Work experience in West Africa preferable

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

Heart to Heart International, Inc. (HHI) is a nonprofit international health organization. Since its founding in 1992, HHI has delivered medical aid and supplies worth more than $1.2 billion to more than 150 countries, including the United States. HHI responds to crises and natural disasters both domestically and internationally by supplying medical relief and mobilizing volunteers. HHI broadens access to healthcare with medical education opportunities and laboratory standards training around the U.S. and in Haiti, and also works with U.S. safety-net clinics to increase their capacity by providing medical equipment, supplies and volunteers that are vital to operations.

As it works to create healthier communities around the world, HHI is motivated by the same faith-based values that guided that its founders. These values are the motivation behind creating a faith-friendly environment - inviting all people to serve the poor and those in need. Everyone has something to offer and HHI is inclusive of all people to serve with their time, talent and resources. HHI is a volunteer–based movement intentionally managed to create a transformational experience for the volunteer. The organization is as interested in seeing volunteers find a renewed sense of purpose in their lives as it is helping people in challenging situations. The volunteer’s experience is at the heart of the mission, making HHI notably unique in comparison to other charitable organizations.

How to apply:

To apply for this position:

• Email your cover letter, CV/resume, and references to Carla Orner (carla.orner@hearttoheart.org), referencing the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.
• Complete the Operation Ebola Medical Volunteer Application Form so your information is on record:

(https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=764124636)

Organization: Heart to Heart International
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Dec 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance/Admin Officer with provide overall managements of the finance administration matters required in grant management. This person will be responsible for financial reporting and management based on donor requirement and regulations. The FAO will ensure the budget tracking and spending analysis against implementation plan are approved by the donor, USAID. S/he will ensure that all finance and administration related activities comply with local law. This position will be based in country.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial

• Establish and implement financial procedures in line with organizational requirements
• Timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in line with organizational and donor requirements and deadlines
• Establish and prepare accurate and timely information for budget monitoring and progress reporting of program funds and grants
• Provide financial management advice on revisions of budgets, preparing periodical forecasts and any changes needed
• Management and reconciliation of the bank and cash accounts, preparation of the weekly cash counts and monthly financial records including cashbooks, to be submitted to USAID, ensuring financial and resource accountability and effective management for records as required for auditing.
• Control of salary payments to staff, including national insurance and tax liabilities, reconciling the same and monitoring medical expenses, subsistence allowances, mobile phone usage, etc.
• Collection and filing of regular financial reports and budget records.
• Recruit and manage Finance/Administration staff in line with good organizational practice
• Work with HHI’s Operations, Programs and Liberian country staff to identify and fulfill staff needs.

2. Human Resource Management

• Supervise the human resource, finance and administrative functions in field offices to ensure their smooth and effective operations
• Supervise the oversight of staff personnel files inclusive of contracts, leave records and other paperwork required for employment in local context
• Ensure compliance to local labor laws including contracts, compensation packages, taxes and working hours
• Collaborate with security officer to maintain security of staff in the field location
• Make frequent site visits to facilities to ensure that appropriate care and training are being conducted and to offer support to field staff
• Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff
• Ensure that finance department is fully staffed, hires local staff, ensure that job descriptions are developed and on file, timesheets collected

3. Training

• Determines and oversees training needs for finance and human resources staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous work in a developing county or resource-deprived environment at the management level
• Minimum of a college or university degree in Accounting or Business Administration; preferably a Master’s degree
• Minimum of 3-5 years managerial experience in a non-profit organization or equivalent experience, training and education
• Experience in the administrative and financial management of overseas programs at management level
• Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems, preferably QuickBooks.
• Comprehensive knowledge and working experience with USAID or other donor organizations as the World Bank or IMF preferable
• Provide demonstrated leadership ability
• Ability to train others and work with minimal supervision
• Strong English language skills, written and verbal

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

Heart to Heart International, Inc. (HHI) is a nonprofit international health organization. Since its founding in 1992, HHI has delivered medical aid and supplies worth more than $1.2 billion to more than 150 countries, including the United States. HHI responds to crises and natural disasters both domestically and internationally by supplying medical relief and mobilizing volunteers. HHI broadens access to healthcare with medical education opportunities and laboratory standards training around the U.S. and in Haiti, and also works with U.S. safety-net clinics to increase their capacity by providing medical equipment, supplies and volunteers that are vital to operations.

As it works to create healthier communities around the world, HHI is motivated by the same faith-based values that guided that its founders. These values are the motivation behind creating a faith-friendly environment - inviting all people to serve the poor and those in need. Everyone has something to offer and HHI is inclusive of all people to serve with their time, talent and resources. HHI is a volunteer–based movement intentionally managed to create a transformational experience for the volunteer. The organization is as interested in seeing volunteers find a renewed sense of purpose in their lives as it is helping people in challenging situations. The volunteer’s experience is at the heart of the mission, making HHI notably unique in comparison to other charitable organizations.

How to apply:

To apply for this position:

• Email your cover letter, CV/resume, and references to Carla Orner (carla.orner@hearttoheart.org), referencing the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.
• Complete the Operation Ebola Medical Volunteer Application Form so your information is on record:

(https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=764124636)

Organization: Heart to Heart International
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Dec 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

The ETU medical coordinator is responsible for managing the ETU, and overseeing all medical related activities in the centre. S/he must follow up on activities and procedures in the wards, including admission and discharge of patients, the evolution of the patients, staff issues, and any problems that may arise. S/he is also responsible for supervising the doctors and clinical officers. S/he is responsible for the induction and training of (medical) staff on the infections prevention and control protocols and procedures.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Coordination and Planning

• S/he should establish Infection Prevention Control (IPC) procedures and protocols and ensure all (medical) are trained on them.
• Supervise and monitor adherence to IPC protocols and correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Manage and provide support to all medical activities in the treatment center.
• Establish, manage and ensure proper patients records and data collection system is in place
• Visits the treatment wards or communicates with the Doctor on Duty at least twice a day.
• Give daily written updates of the situation in the centre to Chief Medical Officer

2.Training and Capacity Building

• Train staff on IPC and the correct use of PPE.
• Train doctors, clinical officers and nurses on the treatment protocols for Ebola patients
• Liaise with other senior staff members in the centre to train non-medical staff on IPC and PPE procedures and protocols.

3.Management

• Organizes and chairs a weekly meeting with the medical and non-medical staff working in the treatment unit to take stock of how things are going and implement corrective measures via written notes accordingly.
• Responsible for forwarding relevant problems and issues arising from the weekly meeting to the Chief Medical Officer.
• Prepares duty roster for doctors and clinical officers
• Monitors the wellbeing of staff and immediately report any issues to the Chief Medical Officer

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum medical degree (MD or RN); addition Masters of Public Health preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience required, of which 1-2 years should be of developing country experience or resource-limited environment.
• Post-graduate qualification in infectious / tropical diseases is a plus
• Experience in overseas programs relating to primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, and communicable diseases.
• Will have excellent self-motivation skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently in difficult environment.
• Extremely flexible, willing to take on other duties / tasks and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.
• Strong English language skills, written and verbal**ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:**

Heart to Heart International, Inc. (HHI) is a nonprofit international health organization. Since its founding in 1992, HHI has delivered medical aid and supplies worth more than $1.2 billion to more than 150 countries, including the United States. HHI responds to crises and natural disasters both domestically and internationally by supplying medical relief and mobilizing volunteers. HHI broadens access to healthcare with medical education opportunities and laboratory standards training around the U.S. and in Haiti, and also works with U.S. safety-net clinics to increase their capacity by providing medical equipment, supplies and volunteers that are vital to operations.

As it works to create healthier communities around the world, HHI is motivated by the same faith-based values that guided that its founders. These values are the motivation behind creating a faith-friendly environment - inviting all people to serve the poor and those in need. Everyone has something to offer and HHI is inclusive of all people to serve with their time, talent and resources. HHI is a volunteer–based movement intentionally managed to create a transformational experience for the volunteer. The organization is as interested in seeing volunteers find a renewed sense of purpose in their lives as it is helping people in challenging situations. The volunteer’s experience is at the heart of the mission, making HHI notably unique in comparison to other charitable organizations.

How to apply:

To apply for this position:

• Email your cover letter, CV/resume, and references to Carla Orner (carla.orner@hearttoheart.org), referencing the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.
• Complete the Operation Ebola Medical Volunteer Application Form so your information is on record:

(https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=764124636)

Organization: Heart to Heart International
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Dec 2014

POSITION TITLE:Nurse

COUNTRY:Liberia

REPORTS TO:Chief Medical Officer

SALARY STATUS:Temporary Contract (Contingent on Funding Approval)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The nurse will be responsible for providing care in the Ebola Treatment Unit (ETU). S/he will perform basic nursing assignments and act as a supervisor by completing various administrative tasks. This position will be based in country.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care

• Participate in trainings regarding infection control, clinical management, use of protective personal equipment, and other aspects related to care of Ebola patients.
• Provide direct clinical care to Ebola patients, fully abiding by established Heart to Heart International policies and procedures.
• Provide training to local and international staff in the correct and safe care of Ebola patients.
• Examine and treat patients in the ETU according to the guidelines and available protocols
• Monitor and coordinate emergency program activities assigned for the project
• Act upon suspected or confirmed communicable diseases according to the protocols and inform the Medical Director
• Anticipate changing needs and emergencies

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Nursing degree
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
• At least three years of recent experience working in an acute care setting
• Experience living and working in resource-limited environments is strongly preferred.
• Exemplary interpersonal communication skills required to interact effectively with senior leadership, partners and clinicians on sensitive political and confidential issues.
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.
• Evidence of providing culturally sensitive and competent quality care in an extremely stressful environment
• Excellent self-motivation skills.

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

Heart to Heart International, Inc. (HHI) is a nonprofit international health organization. Since its founding in 1992, HHI has delivered medical aid and supplies worth more than $1.2 billion to more than 150 countries, including the United States. HHI responds to crises and natural disasters both domestically and internationally by supplying medical relief and mobilizing volunteers. HHI broadens access to healthcare with medical education opportunities and laboratory standards training around the U.S. and in Haiti, and also works with U.S. safety-net clinics to increase their capacity by providing medical equipment, supplies and volunteers that are vital to operations.

As it works to create healthier communities around the world, HHI is motivated by the same faith-based values that guided that its founders. These values are the motivation behind creating a faith-friendly environment - inviting all people to serve the poor and those in need. Everyone has something to offer and HHI is inclusive of all people to serve with their time, talent and resources. HHI is a volunteer–based movement intentionally managed to create a transformational experience for the volunteer. The organization is as interested in seeing volunteers find a renewed sense of purpose in their lives as it is helping people in challenging situations. The volunteer’s experience is at the heart of the mission, making HHI notably unique in comparison to other charitable organizations.

How to apply:

To apply for this position:

• Email your cover letter, CV/resume, and references to Carla Orner (carla.orner@hearttoheart.org), referencing the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.
• Complete the Operation Ebola Medical Volunteer Application Form so your information is on record:

(https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=764124636)