Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA) would like to hire applicants for Regional Integrated Health System Strengthening 

(IHSS) Officer Position

The Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA) is responsible for the implementation of the Integrated Health System Strengthening Project of AMREF to be implemented in Amhara, Oromia, Afar, Sidama, and Somalia in three selected woredas from each regional state. 

To strengthen the IHSS and expand its successful implementation, EPHA is thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our organization as a Regional IHSS Integrated Health System Strengthening (IHSS) Officer.

The position can only be filed once the required funding has been approved and secured. 

Job Purpose / Position Overview:

The Regional IHSS Officers will play a key role in implementing health systems strengthening initiatives at the /Woreda / local level. These positions require individuals with a strong commitment to community health, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement: Engage with local communities to understand their healthcare needs and priorities.

• Program Implementation: Implement health systems strengthening programs at the Woreda level in alignment with national health policies.

• Data Collection: Collect and analyze health data to inform decision-making and evaluate the impact of health interventions.

• Training and Capacity Building: Conduct training sessions for healthcare workers and community health volunteers to enhance their skills in health systems strengthening.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with other healthcare providers, NGOs, and government agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to healthcare delivery.

• Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor the progress of health systems strengthening initiatives and prepare regular reports for stakeholders.

General Information

Title:                        Regional IHSS Officer

No. of Position:      Five one for each region 

Reports to:             Professional Development and Training Directorate 

Location:               Addis Ababa

Salary:                   Based on the Salary Scale of EPHA

Duration:               One year with possible extension of the contract depending on satisfactory performance and availability of funding 

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, health officer, or another health-related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health systems strengthening and program management and or experience working in public health or community health.

• Good understanding of health systems and healthcare delivery.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

• Willingness to travel within the assigned Woreda.

Training

• Primary healthcare unit transformation 

• Good Governance Index Training – Advantageous 

• Public Health Emergency Management training – Advantageous

• Leadership, Management, and Governance Training – Mandatory 

• Human Resource Management (HRM) and I-HRIS training – Advantageous

How to Apply

Submit your non-returnable updated CV, Cover letter, and supporting educational and work experience-related documents in person to the Ethiopian Public Health Association (EPHA) located at Kebena roundabout in front of  OLA fuel station l.

For further information contact Tel. +251114166041 or +251114166083

Deadline for application: September 3,2024, 5 pm.