Brief Organizational Introduction and Project Overview:

SHAMA BIREHAN has first registered as a non-profit, non-political, racial and secular association by Dire Dawa Administration Justice Bureau on April 4/ 1997 with the most important objective of reducing and mitigating the all rounded impact of HIV/AIDS on women and children. Later on, the association had registered as an Ethiopian Residents’ charitable organization under the new charities and societies’ proclamation of the federal government of Ethiopia on December 31/2009 and reregistered on July, 2019 in the same standard and the same organizational status.

Currently, in collaboration with REACH Ethiopia Shama Birhen is implementing various projects including new project called USAID- Urban TB LON-II. 

The USAID URBAN TB LON II Project is an ambitious initiative aimed at addressing the urban tuberculosis (TB) challenge in Ethiopia. Focused on the city administrations of Dire dawa, the project's primary goals include identifying missed TB cases, delivering patient-centered care, and fostering innovative solutions to combat TB. This project is pivotal in enhancing TB detection and treatment, with an overarching aim to reduce TB prevalence and mortality in urban environments.

Position Summary

The USAID Urban TB LON II Project seeks passionate Urban Community TB Care Officers to combat TB in Dire Dawa Region. You'll bridge healthcare facilities and communities, building the capacity of health care workers, improving clinic practices, and supporting data collection. By coordinating volunteers and community outreach activities, you'll play a key role in identifying and treating underserved populations most affected by TB.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination and Management:

• Lead the planning and implementation of project activities at community level in Dire Dawa.

• Collaborate with authorities at Sub-city/Woreda level, community groups, PPM sites and other stakeholders to ensure effective project execution.

Technical Support and Guidance:

• 20% Support to Sub-City/Woreda Health Offices:

  • Build capacity of TB/HIV officers through onsite trainings and mentorship.

  • Ensure the implementation of TB Standard Operating Care (SOC) tools.

• 40% Support to Primary Level Public Health Facilities:

  • Support TB clinics in properly identifying and managing TB cases.

  • Work to improve the quality of TB diagnostics, treatment and care.

  • Ensure the implementation of standardized TB program data registration, analysis, and interpretation.

  • Assist with monthly data collection and reporting through DHIS2 and Activity Kobo systems.

  • Assure the Implementation of standard TB infection prevention and control activities

• 40% Community Engagement:

  • Coordinate the work of volunteers and peer navigators.

  • Support Health Extension Workers (HEWs), Urban Health Extension Workers (UHEWs), and Family Health Teams (FHTs) to map, screen, and treat underserved key populations (KVPs) in urban settings.

  • Assist in establishing a responsive and participatory community TB program.

  • Coordinate with respective bodies to hold catch-up campaigns to reach underserved population with TB screening, diagnostics and treatment

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with Community based and community led organizations, health facilities, and community leaders.

• Represent the project in local meetings and forums, advocating for TB control efforts.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Monitor the progress of project activities at community level, health facility and Sub-city level ensuring alignment with the project's goals and objectives.

• Contribute to the preparation of reports and updates for Dire Dawa Region City and Technical Coordinator

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality and effectiveness of TB control measures and interventions at community level.

• Address and resolve challenges related to project implementation.

Other Activities as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Organization: SHAMA BIREHAN PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS DEVELOPMENT    ASSOCIATION

Project: USAID URBAN TB LON II

Reports to: Dire Dawa  City Administration and Harar Region  and Technical Coordinator  

Location: Dire Dawa Region, Ethiopia

Salary Scale: As per the scale of the organization

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, Nursing, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years experience. Having a master’s degree in the area of public health is an asset

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working on TB programs, preferably in an urban setting.

• Proven experience in activity coordination, mentorship, capacity building, and training delivery.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

• Fluency in Amharic and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in DHIS2 and other relevant data management systems.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to working in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with Similar USAID projects is a plus

How to Apply

• Only candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience are invited to send their application letter and CV as one document  through the following three step process:

  • Fill out the mandatory application form using THIS LINK

  • Attach your application letter and updated CV as a single document(1 pdf)through the system 

  • Check your email and make sure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your application

• Shama Birhen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. 

• Moreover 

Interested and qualified applicant fulfilling the above requirements should send a non-returnable application, CV and relevant documents Copy to the following address within 10 working days of the announcement.

Address:- SHAMA BIREHAN PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION The way into Sabian Primary Hospital Tell No:- +251910833516 Fax 1251131035 Dire Dawa