Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
Position: Health Promoter, IEC Officer
Industry: Company Humanitarian Aid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Placement: Sokoto, Sokoto State
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Job Description
Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) is seeking candidates for a position in Health Promoter, IEC Officer based in Sokoto, Sokoto State. If you are interested in this opportunity, please review the details below.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. With projects in close to 72 countries worldwide and a movement comprising 25 associations, 24 sections, 17 offices, and 6 operational entities, MSF remains at the forefront of global humanitarian efforts.
In the Sokoto region, MSF is dedicated to providing critical medical and humanitarian assistance to communities in need. As part of our commitment to these communities, we are seeking a dedicated and motivated Health Promoter, IEC Officer to join our team. This role is essential in informing and educating patients and communities about MSF and the services we provide.
The Health Promoter, IEC Officer will play a vital role in implementing health education and awareness activities under the guidance of the HP Supervisor. This includes delivering information on specific health topics to patients and the community, organizing awareness sessions in schools, churches, and community centers, and assessing the impact of these activities. By collecting and analyzing information related to the health and living conditions of the population, the Health Promoter, IEC Officer will help identify the most vulnerable populations and target them for support.
In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of activities, reporting any challenges or successes to the HP Supervisor, and establishing contacts with social partners, including other NGOs and governmental health services. Additionally, you will participate in the creation of educational and communication materials, ensuring they are appropriate and effective for the target audience.
Your work will involve close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, daily planning and feedback sessions, and data collection through various research methods. You will also be responsible for planning and following up on visits with community members, ensuring that a person-centered and community-based approach is incorporated into all communications. Adhering to MSF protocols and principles, including confidentiality, is crucial in this role.
Job Detail
Responsibilities
- Inform patients and communities about MSF and services it provides.
- Deliver information on specific health topics to patients and the community.
- Implement health education and awareness activities under the guidance of the HP Supervisor.
- Assess the impact of activities and report findings to the HP Supervisor.
- Collect information related to the health and living conditions of the population.
- Establish and maintain contacts with social partners, including other NGOs and governmental health services.
- Participate in the creation of educational and communication materials.
- Plan and organize community engagement sessions with key community members.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on data collection and research methods.
- Perform administrative duties related to recording and reporting data.
- Attend trainings and ensure effective communication with community groups and individuals.
- Incorporate a person-centered and community-based approach into all communications.
- Adhere to MSF protocols and principles, including confidentiality.
- Report challenges in the community to the HP Supervisor and HP Manager.
Job Requirements
Before applying, please take the time to thoroughly review and comprehend the job requirements outlined below. Ensuring that you meet all the specified criteria will significantly enhance your candidacy for the Health Promoter, IEC Officer position at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Qualifications
- Educational Degree or Diploma in Social Science, Social Communication, Nursing, or Teaching/Education.
- Preferable previous experience in teaching, nursing, social work, or community mobilization.
- Local language essential; English language highly desirable.
- Computer literacy (Word, Excel).
- Competencies: Results, Teamwork, Flexibility, Commitment to MSF principles, Service, Stress Management.
Education Requirements
- Educational Degree or Diploma in Social Science, Social Communication, Nursing, or Teaching/Education.
Experience Requirements
- Preferable previous experience in teaching, nursing, social work, or community mobilization.
- Experience in humanitarian aid with MSF or other NGOs is desirable.
Skills
- Reporting
- Training delivery
- Public health
- Research planning
- Data analysis
Salary, Benefits and incentive
Provided below are the offerings in terms of salary, benefits, and incentives awaiting you in the role of Health Promoter, IEC Officer at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Salary
NGN 1,000,000 - 1,500,000 per-Year.
Job Benefits
- Health insurance
- Accommodation provided by MSF
- Travel allowances
- Professional development opportunities
Incentive Compensation
- Performance-based bonuses
- Annual leave benefits
Date posted: July 12, 2024
Posted on: Sokoto
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Apply NowThis position requires a high level of flexibility, commitment, and the ability to manage stress effectively in a challenging environment. The Health Promoter, IEC Officer will work closely with the HP Supervisor and HP Manager to ensure the effective delivery of health education and awareness activities, contributing significantly to the overall success of MSF’s mission in Sokoto.
