Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a prominent international organization working in relief, rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression. 

The International Rescue Committee is providing emergency response intervention in River Nile and Khartoum states following the conflict in Sudan that has resulted in an influx of IDPs and refugees to these locations. The IRC is programming in the camp to focus on Sanitation, Hygiene and Risk Communication and Community Engagement within the state and further grow the response to include broader water supply interventions to have a comprehensive response package in the medium and longer-term, depending on the crisis. Given the current situation, staff and beneficiary safety is an absolute priority and strict adherence to risk mitigation measures will be undertaken to protect staff and the target beneficiaries. 

Main Purpose of Job: 

The Environmental Health IPC Assistant will be responsible for all IPC activities at the Targeted Health Facilities in River Nile States. This includes conducting risk assessments of existing structures and protocols, supporting the development and implementation of RCCE plans, supervising adaptations for outbreaks-related IPC, and training healthcare workers on IPC. The assistant will work closely with the Environmental Health (Hygiene Promotion) Officer and Manager to ensure that triage and isolation facilities meet IRC IPC protocols. The Environmental Health Technical Advisor will provide technical guidance and support remotely as needed.

Coordination and Reporting:

• Coordinate with the Pharmaceutical Officer/Assistant on IPC material deliveries to health facilities and report any required quantities.
• Submit weekly activity plans and end-of-week update reports.

Facility Standards and Upgrades:

• Ensure all program facilities in the Triage and Isolation facilities meet standards; make recommendations on upgrades as needed.
• Implement and monitor adherence to additional precautions for air, droplet, and contact transmissible diseases, collaborating with the medical team as necessary.

Monitoring and Compliance:

• Monitor the use of cleaning and disinfection materials within the health facility and Isolation Unit.
• Ensure daily checks on chlorination, testing, and recording of chlorine levels in all water supplies within the health facility and Isolation Unit.
• Ensure compliance with aseptic care techniques and the correct use of antiseptics, disinfectants, and detergents.
• Check the consumption and quality of IPC materials and equipment, including cleaning materials, equipment, and PPE.
• Ensure the implementation of correct ‘clean and dirty flows’ inside the health facility, maintaining environmental standards and essential requirements.

Training and Education:

• Support the EH Coordinator and Manager during IPC training and assist staff in IPC and Health Care Waste Management.
• Provide technical supervision, training, and support to the staff on IPC-related issues using audits, checklists, and surveillance.

Community Engagement:

• Ensure IPC messages are disseminated and adhered to at target community locations.
• Work closely with the Hygiene Promotion Officer to ensure IPC messages are provided to the community and address any concerns regarding understanding/compliance at the household level.

Collaboration and Leadership:

• Maintain and support the day-to-day implementation of standard precautions in health structures, including sterilization, laundry, and kitchen.
• Participate in and support the development and implementation of the Infection Control Action Plan as a member of the Infection Control Committee.
• Supervise the team, participate in various HR processes such as recruitment, training, evaluation, and ensure the team's size and knowledge meet the facility's requirements.

Incident Reporting and Task Management:

• Report any irregularities to the EH Hygiene Promotion Officer and the health facility manager and produce reports with information and recommendations for the monthly medical report.
• Perform any task provided by the IRC EH Manager or Coordinator.

•  A Diploma in public health or other related disciplines.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar position/related
• Professional experience in community WASH programs.
• Excellent program implementation skills 
• Good communication skills.
• Good Communication skills in spoken and written English

Standard of Professional Conduct

IRC and IRC employees are required to abide by the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct which are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons, and several others. 

Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity

We are committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer generous benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances. We welcome and strongly encourage qualified female professionals to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

Ensuring the non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of IRC acquired in the course of duty, to any other person or organization without authority, except in the normal execution of duty.