German Leprosy and TB Relief Association Ethiopia (GLRA-Ethiopia) is a non-profit international NGO working in the field of TB, Leprosy and other NTDs as well as on Humanitarian aid and Socio-economic rehabilitation. 

Purpose of the Job: 

The main purpose of the job is to coordinate the implementation of GLRA Ethiopia medical projects which mainly focuses on the prevention and control of Leprosy, TB & NTDs, Humanitarian aid and research. The post holder will play a great role in implementing DAHW medical strategy and policy in GLRA Ethiopia program 

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Plan, organize, coordinate implementation of GLRA Ethiopia medical projects 

• Responsible for definition, development and implementation of DAHW medical-social policy at country/ project level

• Responsible for development of country strategy for DAHW medical activities with collaboration with other GLRA staff 

• Ensure technical state-of-the-art support to partner projects 

• Develop proposal for funding of medical project 

• Provide necessary support for sustainability and quality of medical Projects

• Work in collaboration with the National Programs of Ethiopia and others relevant stake holders

• Stay updated on all technical issues in the fields of leprosy, Tuberculosis, TB/HIV and others NTDs.

• Stay updated on national health and DAHW policies  

• Contribute/participate in relevant training activities for health personnel 

• Facilitating and conducting review meetings & timely submitting its reports 

• Conduct regular monitors/supervises to the project implementation sites 

• Compiles, analyzes and reports lessons learned, challenges & gaps encountered with the corrective actions taken & recommendations.

• Collecting and compiling project activities, and reporting them to GLRA-Ethiopia.

• Undertakes any other tasks/duties as directed by the employer.

Employment type: Fixed term for 6 months with possibility of extension depending on the availability of budget

Salary: based on GLRA scale 

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIAENCE 

Essential 

• Master degree in Public Health or health related fields with clinical background (MD, HO or BSC nurse)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in TB, TB/HIV, Leprosy and other NTD program management 

• TOT or basic training on comprehensive national TB, TB/HIV and leprosy is advantageous

• Previous work experience in National, Regional and/or Non-governmental organizations is advantageous

• Experience in proposal writing for co-funding 

• Good experience in networking and team work

• Planning and monitoring skills, ability to facilitate trainings, review meeting, supportive supervision  

• Computer literacy required

• Good English writing and speaking

Requirements for application

• Application letter (PDF) 

• Curriculum Vitae (PDF)

• Copy of BSc, MSC/MPH degree and student copies

• Reference letter from previous or current supervisors

How to Apply 

Interested applicants should submit their application within 7 days from date of announcement via the following e-mail; glra.ethiopia@gmail.com