Save the Children Malaria Control Program Manager Jobs in South Sudan
Save the Children Malaria Control Program Manager Jobs in South Sudan
Malaria Control Program ManagerSave the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
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Role Purpose:
The Malaria control program Manager will oversee the implementation of Global Fund/PSI supported Save the Children's Malaria Control Program in Abyei Area administration, Greater Torit and Kapoeta state of South Sudan.
She/he will work closely and in consultation with Health Program Manager, Nutrition program manager and field based program staff in the implementation of vector control Global funded Malaria control program interventions.
Responsibilities will also include project reports (PUDR) and ensuring the project is implemented in accordance to the agreed contracts and budget, S/he will work under the supervision of Zonal Operation Manager and technical support of Health /Nutrition TS along with close coordination and collaboration with Ministry of Health.
S/he will coordinate and support the field based Health and Nutrition Project Managers.
Contract Duration:
1 Year
Location:
South Sudan- Exact location to be confirmed
Qualifications and Experience
Degree in public Health, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Social
Science or related training such as Medical logistics, Project design, development and management.
Experience in managing Global Fund projects is Preferred
Experience working in vector control management/ LLINs distribution and Malaria control preferred.
Minimum of two years' experience working in management position in an International Non-Governmental Organization.
Capacity to implement country wide LLINs Mass distribution and IEC/BCC and ensuring effective linkage between BHI.
Experience working with communities of diverse cultural practices and low literacy levels.
Computer literacy with advanced word processing, spreadsheet and presentation skills.
Excellent organizational, budget, project management, communication and writing skills.
Leadership skills, including the ability to supervise and motivate staff.
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues.
Experience of establishing strong and constructive working relationships with colleagues from different functions and organizations.
Experience in monitoring and evaluation of community-based health programs.
Ability to frequently travel to the field sites and work in hardship, insecure remote and non-accompanied locations.
Commitment to the values and principles of Save the Children.
Desirable
Previous experience working in South Sudan
Familiarity with communication protocols in security sensitive locations including radio communication protocol.
Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.
Disclaimer:
Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 17th September, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Save the Children Malaria Control Program Manager Jobs in South Sudan
