Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 03 Jan 2016
TITLE: Health Delegate, Integrated Community Case Management (iCCM)
DURATION: Temporary, Full time (12 months)
LOCATION: Kuajok, South Sudan
REPORTING TO:Health Program Manager, South Sudan
Do you want to make a difference? Join the world’s largest humanitarian network. The Canadian Red Cross Society (CRCS), a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping the most vulnerable throughout Canada and the world, is seeking a Health Delegate, Integrated Community Case Management ( iCCM).
Reporting to the South Sudan Health Project Manager, the Health Delegate will be responsible for the development and execution of the Integrated Community Case Management (ICCM) and cross cutting health promotion components of the CRCS Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) project in South Sudan and will provide technical assistance to to other stakeholders and partners in MNCH in the country.
DUTIES APPLICABLE
Actively work towards the achievement of the Delegation’s goals.
Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross Red Crescent principles.
Perform any other work related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the supervisor.
To uphold the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross / Red Crescent movement and comply with the Code of Conduct and policies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Management
Support in development, implementation and evaluation of project implementation plan (annual work plan), especially iCCM component, and budget (overall and yearly budget) with systematic monitoring and evaluation plan and procedures in place.
Lead the implementation of the ICCM (including nutrition) components of the MNCH project including all aspects such as planning, analysis, implementation, monitoring, assessment, and reporting.
Coordinate with the MNCH project team (especially MNC and WATSAN component) that impact the ICCM (including nutrition) and health promotion activities, and also iCCM task force to share, update and profile the contribution of MNCH project.
Cultivate positive relationships and communications with internal and external authorities as well as partners.
In collaboration with the Health Delegate (CBHFA and WASH) and South Sudan Red Cross (SSRC) HR department, develop a detailed plan and strategy for: the recruitment and training of Home Health Promoters, Community Health Workers, Red Cross Volunteers and Trainers; the supervision mechanism and composition of the teams.
Coordinate the development of ICCM (including nutrition) Information Education Communication (IEC) materials appropriate to the context and literacy level of CBDs and volunteers.
In collaboration with the Health Delegate (CBHFA, WASH), ensure the iCCM component of the project is integrated in a well-defined and robust process.
Monitor the iCCM (including nutrition) both program and logistics (medicine and supplies) budget and expenditures and take necessary action to ensure that expenses stay within the acceptable limits for over and under spending.
In collaboration with the Logistics team, develop a detailed pharmaceutical supply chain management plan for distributions, including quality assurance, maintenance plan, and waste management.
Provide technical advice to the Logistics team to support pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical procurement and management.
Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (PMER)
In collaboration with the Health Project Manager and stakeholders, support the PMER Delegate to develop the project monitoring, evaluation and reporting tools according to SSRC, CRC and MOH policies and guidelines and ensure the participation of all in reviews and evaluations.
Monitor, report progress and developments of the ICCM (including nutrition) and health promotion components, using Results-Based Management (RBM) approach and consistent with established format and schedule.
In collaboration with the PMER Delegate and Health Project Manager, support the development of a database/M&E system in project county(ies) and ensure accurate and complete collection of data. This includes, but not limited to, overseeing cleaning, entry, verification, data security, data dictionary and making accessible for PMER to consolidate into annual report.
Work with project team and PMER delegate to develop and implement processes for ongoing collection of project process and outcome indicators, including gathering and adapting M&E tools developed by other organizations in South Sudan.
Ensure that the program develops and applies data/information and supports CRC/SSRCS to analyze and apply this information to program planning on a continuous basis.
Support the PMER delegate to develop or adapt, as necessary, a database for tracking key project indicators, and use this system to prepare periodic reports, as needed.
Advise the Health Project Manager in the integration of the Red Cross ICCM (including nutrition) tools into the MOH’s systems.
Ensure the data collected at payam and county level are incorporated into national HMIS system.
Coordination
Coordinate and support the SSRCS and MOH in the implementation of the ICCM (including nutrition) and health promotion activities at the state and county level.
Work in collaboration with the SSRCS team members and the State Ministry of Health (MOH) at state and county level, and to represent CRCS and SSRCS at meetings and other technical forums such as ICCM technical working group.
Work closely with CRC health team in Warrap and Juba, the Health Project Manager, and the Health Technical Advisor.
Support positive relationships and communications with internal and external authorities as well as partners.
Undertake any activity deemed necessary by the supervisor as related to key, functional skills required for the position.
Capacity Building
Assess the capacity gaps within SSRC and relevant MOH personnel.
Design training plan for relevant staff.
Coordinate training for the staff on identified gaps.
Provide regular updates on the performance of specific staff (iCCM).
QUALIFICATIONS
The CRCS seeks international delegates who have demonstrated a commitment and dedication to the Fundamental Principles and work from these principles daily. The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive Project Management experience and skill, to contribute knowledge and capacity in project design, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting. This candidate will be able to build from previous experience working in difficult working conditions in humanitarian aid contexts.
Education and Experience
Undergraduate in Community Health or a Health related discipline.
Postgraduate degree in Public Health or a related field.
Demonstrated experience working in program management cycle activities, specifically planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
Minimum 3 years of experience in an international humanitarian organization, preferably in post-conflict or post-disaster.
Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience in the area of community-based public health, preferably in maternal, newborn and child health.
Knowledge of requirements and obligations under DFATD funded projects is considered an advantage.
Demonstrated reporting skills, both narrative and financial.
Experience in managing, motivating, training and development of staff.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to coordinate with authorities and other NGO partners.
Knowledge of health systems strengthening in a developing country context
Demonstrated expertise in community based approaches.
Demonstrated ability to work in an isolated environment - must be willing and able to work and live in isolated, difficult working conditions for at least 12 months.
Strong track record in fostering effective working relationships with health stakeholders at various levels.
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory.
Team player with strong interpersonal, communication, documentation, presentation and facilitation skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This is an unaccompanied position based in Kuajok, Warrap State. South Sudan suffers from lack of basic infrastructure and social services and more than half of the population lives in poverty. Legal frameworks and institutions to enforce the rule of law are largely undeveloped. Inter-communal violence, rebellions and localized conflicts over land and natural resources exist and unrest in the disputed Abyei region has resulted in internal population displacements mostly into Warrap State.
CRCS supports a safe working environment and comfortable accommodation; however, as in all contexts, delegates must be aware and responsible for their personal safety and that of employees and volunteers under their supervision. Demonstrated ability to work in stressful and often ambiguous conditions is required. Willingness and availability to travel is required.
How to apply:
HOW TO APPLY
Interested parties may submit their application online through the Canadian Red Cross Career Website by midnight EDT on Sunday, January 3rd, 2015.
This position requires a successful Canadian criminal record reference check, valid provincial driver’s license and First Aid Certification. The Canadian Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer.
