Addis Ababa University, collaborating with Emory, Hawassa, and Mekelle Universities, along with the Ministry of Health and Oromia, Amhara, Sidama and Tigray regional health bureaus, is poised to launch the Saving Little Lives (SLL) 360 project in Ethiopia, supported by the NEST360 Consortium via Rice University, USA.

The SLL360 team aims to integrate NEST360 solutions into the ministry of health’s newborn health packages for Level 2 SSNC units, scaling up in 16 hospital networks across four regions, and expanding to 234 SLL-supported hospitals leveraging existing and upcoming newborn health investments. This initiative will bolster national and regional government capacities for the widespread adoption and institutionalization of these Level 2 SSNC packages.

Addis Ababa University is actively recruiting for a Implementation and training coordinator to join the SLL360 team at Addis Ababa University, School of Public Health, CIS playing a pivotal role in coordinating the Implementation and training activities at the CIS

Job Summary:
The Implementation & Training Coordinator will collaborate closely with the Program and Evaluation Coordinator, investigators, and other project stakeholders to plan, implement, and monitor the SLL360 interventions in selected health facilities and communities within the region. This role requires strong coordination with clinical mentors, health facility managers, labor and delivery teams, NICU and KMC care providers, and other project staff to ensure the smooth execution of activities. The coordinator will adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols outlined by the study investigators, ensuring high-quality implementation and data generation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work under the guidance of the SLL360 co-investigators, Program and Evaluation Coordinator, and Regional Coordinator to implement SLL360 activities within health facilities.

• Coordinate the preparation of mentorship training materials, conduct clinical mentor training, provide clinical mentorship, and deliver on-site gap-filling training within health facilities.

• Track training and implementation data for the region, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

• Facilitate the execution of health facility catchment program learning meetings, sharing insights gained with catchment health facilities.

• Oversee the transportation and distribution of SLL360 equipment and supplies to health facilities, ensuring proper installation, use, and maintenance.

• Collaborate with health facility managers, maternal and newborn healthcare providers, and other SLL360 staff to support high-quality implementation of the program.

• Engage actively with health facility leadership, pediatricians, nurses, midwives, health extension workers, and the health development army.

• Work with labor and delivery, KMC/NICU mentors, and quality improvement mentors to ensure continuous mentorship within the health system.

• Collaborate with the program learning team on formative assessments and data collection efforts.

• Prepare and submit monthly performance reports to the Regional Coordinator and other relevant bodies.

• Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the SLL360 program.

Duration of work:                   1 year with possible extension 

Tentative Start Date:               Immediately 

Number of Required                01

Station:                                     Addis Ababa 

Salary:                                      Negotiable 

Job Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in health or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant experience for a master's degree or 5 years of experience for a bachelor’s degree, with progressive responsibility in large-scale research or project management.

• Proven experience working in health facilities, particularly providing care for newborns.

• Familiarity with the Ethiopian health system, Ministry of Health, and Regional Health Bureaus is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in screening, lab workup, and management of sick children.

• Fluency in English (both written and verbal) is required. Fluency in Afan Oromo and Amharic (both written and verbal) is also required.

• Strong written communication skills and exceptional oral and written communication abilities.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple project tasks, prioritize effectively, and handle confidential information appropriately.

• Ability to work with diverse teams and manage conflicting priorities in intercultural settings.

• Prior field research and academic experience related to maternal and newborn health in Ethiopia is highly desirable.

• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Experience with electronic data collection, online databases, and database management.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates for the positions stated above are invited to apply in the next 10 working days. Female applicants are highly encouraged. An applicant is requested to attach the following documents:

• Letter of application mentioning the specific position 

• Recent CV 

• Original and copies of degrees, and other relevant documents 

• Evidence of experience in research

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