School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University SLL Regional Coordinator and TA Jobs in Ethiopia
School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University SLL Regional Coordinator and TA Jobs in Ethiopia
Job SummaryThe SLL Regional Coordinator will work closely with the Evaluation Coordinator and the PI to ensure smooth implementation of the SLL project activities in Oromia region.
The SLL Regional Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing and supervising the effective integration of the SLL micro-plan in the RHB annual plans, implementation and monitoring of the SLL activities detailed in the micro-plan and generation and use of relevant project qualitative and quantitative data.
Specific roles and responsibilities include
Under guidance of the PI coordinate the SLL support to the regional health bureau to effectively design and develop SLL implementation strategies and micro-plans to ensure successful implementation of the SLL packages across the hospital-health center-community continuum in the Oromia region
Monitor implementation progress of the activities and interventions by reviewing, verifying and analyzing the micro-plan for Oromia; work with the implementation support assistants to develop and submit periodic and regular progress reports on the implementation status of the SLL micro-plans in the region
Develop schedule and facilitate organization of Regional Implementation Coordination Team meetings, serve as a secretary for the regular meetings, preparing meeting agenda and minutes
Closely work with the National SLL scale-up Coordinator to effectively coordinate the implementation and facilitation of clinical mentorship trainings for labor and delivery, KMC/NICU, QI professionals in the region
Ensure implementation of key SLL activities: clinical mentorship, provision of equipment and supplies to health facilities, renovation of NICU/KMC units of the health facilities, provision of monitoring and evaluation visits to the hospitals,
Ensure integration of SLL interventions within the regional health bureau annual plans and alignment of programs of health development partners
on care for preterm and low birth weight infants
Work with relevant regional health bureau departments to regular reporting of relevant indicators on care for preterm and LBW infants through the DHIS2
Job Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Master’s degree in public health or related field required with at least three years of experience with progressive responsibility in large-scale research coordinator
Demonstrated experience managing staff and coordinating planning and implementation research project activities.
Familiarity with the Ethiopian health system, Ethiopian Ministry of Health and Regional Health Bureaus preferred.
Demonstrated experience in supervision of data collection, evaluation of programs/interventions, and data quality.
Written and verbal fluency in English required. Written and spoken fluency in Afan Oromo and Amharic languages is required.
Strong writing skills and exceptional oral and written communication skills required.
Additional Qualifications
Excellent problem-solving, communication, supervisory, and organizational skills necessary. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple project activities, balance conflicting priorities, and handle confidential information appropriately.
Must exhibit tact and diplomacy in inter-cultural settings.
Prior field research and academic experience related to maternal and newborn health in Ethiopia is desirable.
Exceptional organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and careful attention to detail.
Prior experience working with electronic data collection and online databases, and demonstrated experience managing databases.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates for the positions stated above are requested to submit their letter specifying for the position they are applying, updated CV, and other relevant credentials (such as Degree, Transcript, recommendation letters, evidence of relevant experience, and other relevant documents) to the Human Resource Administration Office of Addis Ababa University, College of Health Sciences, Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH) first floor Room #118 within 10 days from the date of announcement
Female applicants are highly encouraged.
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