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Project HOPE
Infrastructure Specialist
Job Location: Monrovia/Countrywide, Liberia
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Project HOPE is currently responding to a recent USAID Request for Application that will support to the Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) of Liberia, the cornerstone of Liberia’s National Health Plan. Through this USAID Award, Project HOPE will assist the MOH&SW to expand the coverage of the BPHS, including HIV/AIDS, Maternal and Child Health, Family Planning and Reproductive Health, Improved Environmental Health of infectious diseases through support to some 105 health facilities through expanded community outreach, and enhanced Behavior Change Communication Programs which support and promote healthy behaviors.
A primary focus of this program will the Development of Infrastructure to increase geographic access to the BPHS, especially for clinics and health centers by consolidating health work in existing health facilities in years one and two and longer-term plans for major rehabilitation and construction. Through this award Project HOPE will support MOH&SW efforts by renovating selected critical health care and training facilities.
Also addressed will be the Support Systems needed to strengthen the planning and management functions required to deliver the BPHS. Project HOPE will work with the MOH&SW to improve its capacity at central and county levels for strategic health planning and budgeting; human resources management; health management information system development; supervision, monitoring and evaluation and quality assurance.
The Infrastructure Specialist supports the Chief of Party through planning and facilitating the implementing and monitoring and evaluating activities of the “Rebuilding Basic Health Services in Liberia” program as related to Infrastructure Development.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Develop project goals and objectives and identify appropriate strategies for achieving those goals in collaboration with the Chief of Party and the Project HOPE HQ M&E Director.
2.Take the lead in identifying and adapting to local context relevant existing health education teaching materials and appropriate health education teaching aids for project activities targeting community groups and infrastructure.
3.Conduct or facilitate the conduct of orientations for various community groups.
4.Develop Infrastructure Development education effectiveness monitoring tools.
5.Supervise volunteers and other community groups as they conduct infrastructure development education sessions and report on these activities
6.Direct monitoring related to the effect of the health system development in communities related to the program elements.
7.Document success stories of the program and incorporate these in monthly as well as quarterly performance reports.
8.Proactively bring to the attention of the Chief of Party any barriers to the successful implementation of the program.
9.Actively participate in the preparation and production of quarterly and annual work-plans and budgets.
10.Actively participate in the preparation and production of quarterly and annual achievement and expenditure reports.
11.Prepare and produce of the quarterly and annual performance reports on the project and submitting these to the Chief of Party in a timely manner.
12.Perform other duties as assigned by theChief of Party .
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Successful candidate must have related experience in developing sustainable public sector systems and services and working with partner organizations (e.g. local NGOs, international NGOs, private sector) in the delivery of basic health activities in developing countries.
2. Successful candidate be able to clearly demonstrate capabilities and articulate prior accomplishments that reflect the individuals’ work in developing countries and in conducting activities of the types required under this program.
3. Must have experience in rebuilding or post-conflict Settings. Must be able to demonstrate exposure to/experience in working in countries in conflict/post-conflict as well as their experience designing and implementing health programs that have assisted in mitigating the drivers of instability.
4. 5 – 10 years experience in a health systems development in community health care setting with related adult education experience.
5. University Degree or Diploma in health field (Health Administration, Community Health Nursing and Public Health)
6. Computer operations
7. Adult health education skills
8. Working knowledge in all program technical areas, ie, Malaria, MCH, HIV/AIDS, Community Mobilization
9. Training and Facilitation skills
10. Coordination skills
11. Research skills
12. Ability to work as part of a team
13. Interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Compensation/Benefits:
Project HOPE offers competitive salaries and outstanding benefits as well as an opportunity to join an organization with a rich history and bright future committed to achieving sustainable advances through health education and humanitarian assistance.
We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
How To Apply:
Click Here To Apply On-Line
Or fax your resume to:
Fax: 540-837-9052
Project HOPE
EOE M/F/D/V
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