NGO JOBS

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 May 2014

Position Summary:

ICAP at Columbia University seeks a Nurse Coordinator to lead the implementation of the Global Nursing Capacity Building Program/General Nursing Project (GN) in Mozambique. The Nursing Coordinator is expected to provide vision, direction, leadership, and management to ensure the strategic, programmatic, technical, and financial integrity of the program. She is also responsible for achieving the established and planned results for the program, will be the primary point of contact with funders, local government counterparts and partners. The Nursing Coordinator is responsible for overall program management and guidance of the staff members. She is accountable to and reports to the ICAP Mozambique leadership and works within the framework of the overall GNCBP.

This position is grant funded.

Location: Maputo, Mozambique

Duration of contract: One year with possibility of extension

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Work with technical and programmatic leads to ensure effective implementation and coordination of program activities and monitor progress toward the achievement of the program goals and objectives
• Harness human, material, and financial resources appropriate for the program
• Work with the operational area, especially financial team, to develop and monitor program budgets
• Ensure accurate reporting of activities and results of the program as required by ICAP and the funders
• Lead the Nursing Technical Working Group (TWG) composed of a team of key nursing stakeholders and skilled technicians and align their efforts with the objectives of the program
• Provide technical leadership in the design, analysis and synthesis of the planned interventions for the program
• Ensure quality technical program interventions at national and provincial levels
• Ensure the sustainability of interventions, particularly in the area of capacity building
• Advise counterparts at central, provincial and regional levels on technical issues and participate in relevant technical advisory groups with counterparts and partner institutions
• Represent the program in all matters relating to the implementation of activities related to the program
• Hold meetings with the Ministry of Health (MoH) at all levels in various departments and Nurses Associations to achieve consensus on the project activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education:

• A Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing, Midwifery or related subject area

Experience, Skills & Minimum Required Qualifications:

• A proven record of excellent management, leadership, decision-making and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated national credibility in the field of Nursing and health programs
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in senior management in the design, implementation and management of projects in developing countries related to the health sector with emphasis in the areas of Nursing and Maternal and Child Health
• Minimum five (5) years of experience living or working in a developing country
• Proven project management experience of PEPFAR or other donor funded projects
• Strong familiarity and command of USG regulations and compliance Fluent in English and Portuguese skills oral and written communication

How to apply:

Note:This is a local hire position and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Mozambique and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Please send an application letter and CV by email with a subject title “Nursing Coordinator” to: icaphr@columbia.org.mz

Please do not attach any certificates when submitting on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted

Organization: Bar Hostess Empowerment & Support Programme
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 13 Aug 2013

Bar Hostess Empowerment & Support Programme (BHESP) is a registered NGO in Kenya. We are looking for qualified and experienced personnel to fill in the following position in our Wellness Center in Nairobi.

Nursing Officer

Job Summary:

Provide or assist in the provision of Minimum Package of Clinical services at the Wellness Centre and during community outreaches targeting Key Populations as per the set National Guidelines/standards.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Reporting to the Wellness Centre Coordinator
• Assess clients and establish health care needs as necessary.
• Diagnose common health conditions, prescribe, and administer treatment.
• Provide appropriate healthcare service; e.g. administration of treatment, dispensing drugs, etc.
• Provide health education and counseling to clients on identified health problems and socio-economic issues related to their health.
• Evaluate healthcare outcomes to clients and write individualized report.
• Maintain confidential records on clients personal and health condition/care data.
• Keep clinical environment tidy and safe.
• Ensure efficiency and safety of assigned nursing commodities.
• Ensure that all clients’ rights to access services are adhered to at the centre.
• Ensure that the health care services are friendly, responsive to the needs and offered at the convenient time of Key Populations and their clients.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma in Registered Nursing (KRN/KRCHN) or above from a recognized nursing training institution and in possession of a registration certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Must have at least one year’s experience in a busy health facility.
• Should have training and practical experience in Key Populations intervention including implementation of high impact MARPs intervention.
• Knowledge on HIV/AIDS care and treatment.
• Ability to diagnose and treat Sexually Transmitted Infections.
• Must be pleasant, have good communication skills and willing to work in challenging environments and under pressure.

Bar Hostess Empowerment & Support Programme (BHESP) www.bhesp.org

How to apply:

Submit applications, complete with updated CV (with daytime telephone), copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary to info@bhesp.org not later than 13th August 2013.