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Health Field Officer
ICRC
 Duty Station: Damazin
 Closing Date: 28 July 2024

 
 Background:

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC),an impartial, neutral and independent organization striving to protect and assist the victims of war and internal violence,has been workingin Sudan since 1978. 

Purpose: 

The Health Field Officer 2 contributes to the monitoring of the health needs in the region of Damazin and the Kordofans and the timely response to those needs. It is done in cooperation with the health team and the head of sub-delegation, according to the capacity of the sub-delegation and in line with the Sudan Health strategy for 2024/2025. The HFO oversee the programs and/or deliver services with a degree of autonomy and contributes actively to planning, coordinating, and reporting on health activities at field level.



 
 Duties and responsibilities:

  • Monitor the health situation in the region and reports in a timely manner any impact clashes might have on the health system (e.g. : mass influx of weapon wounded, attacks on health facilities, etc.). the HFO2 assist the sub-delegation in facilitating the health response. 
  • Liaises and builds networks with local stakeholders to facilitate communication and coordination of activities, ensuring efficient implementation of health programs. 
  • Represents the ICRC vis-à-vis national health authorities. Contributes to representing ICRC in health coordination fora, as well as during meetings with SMoH.
  • Assists the Head of Sub-delegation and the Health Coordinator in designing operational strategies and planning the health program(s) in the geographical area of work. Implements health programs within his/her geographic area.
  • Conducts assessments and regular field visits to monitor activities and health-related threats to the population.
  • Ensures proper management of information collected and appropriate, relevant reporting.
  • Participates in analysis of and reflection on the overall health situation of the sub-delegation; contributes to realistic project proposals in line with the defined objectives and priorities.
  • Helps organize meetings with health stakeholders; Interprets at meetings and translates documents into local language if needed.
  • Advises staff members on various matters such as culture, politics, the economy, security, etc.

 
 Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

  • Health professional with a recognized university certificate.
  • 3 to 5 years of work experience with minimum 2 years’ experience in the humanitarian sector or similar position.
  • Excellent knowledge of the assigned geographic area.
  • Good connections with local health authorities or groups of interest for the ICRC.
  • Fluent written and spoken command of English as well as the local language
  • Expert level in computer skills and Microsoft Office
  • Ability and readiness to work for extended periods in all areas of Sudan.
  • Skilled in the following competencies: Adapting & Learning, Communication (ability to express and exchange views and ideas), Analysis & Synthesis.

  • Interested candidates are requested to submit their complete files only in English (CV, motivation letter and certificate) on Sudanjob.net website before 26th of July at 04 pm.The ICRC values diversityand is committed to creatingan inclusive workingenvironment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.








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