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Key Responsibilities:

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Portfolio Manager- Health & Gender - Human Centered Designed Zero Dose Immunization Outreach Project, the Project Officer will be responsible for implementing and monitoring project outreach activities by developing monthly plan of actions (POA) according to the Project Detail Implementation Plan (DIP). The project officer will collaborate closely with East Sepik PHA and UNICEF HPPO for support to roll out efforts and awareness on demand generation for immunization. The overall aim of the project is to increase community acceptance through awareness and community sensitization enabling an increase in the coverage of immunizations.

i) Program Management and Evaluation

Coordinate and consult with Portfolio Manager and or Maternal Child Health (MCH) technical lead to ensure smooth running of UNCEF HCD project activities at the project site.Organize partners meetings with PHAs and provincial level and with District Health Team for project activities awareness and implementation.Coordinate & mobilize the resources and requirements of the project activities

ii). Quality Assurance

Monitor and document project implementation and make recommendations as appropriate to Portfolio and MCHN Technical Lead. r.Ensure training materials used are recommended by NDOH and UNICEF and approved for use.Assess and provide support to the PHAs, Health Care Facility Workers, VHAs and local leaders through regular on-site supervisory and advisory visits to enhance partners and communities competence

iii) . Representation & Networking

Develop and maintain excellent relationships with partners (PHAs, Health Care Workers), local organizations and community groups and must be an open thinkerPromote open discussions with community leaders to evaluate.Able to conduct monthly update meeting with respective PHA as well as regular update meeting with donor and portfolio manager

iv) . Documentation

Provide monthly statistical reports on-time to the for reporting to M&E officer/coordinator.Coordinate with PHA and document all activities conducted.Provide monthly progress reports, assist in compilation of quarterly, biannual, annual and end of project report to portfolio M&E under the Program Quality Unit.Document and provide acquittals on time and request appropriately on WVPNG procurement and financial systems.Work closely with PHA to roll-out the project’s immunization outreach intervention to reach targeted households that have zero-dose children.Collaborate with PHA to link VHAs, CHW, Ward Counsellors and community leaders and engaging communities around higher demand for immunization.In collaboration with PHA, will organize training workshop utilizing existing materials from NDOH and UNICEF to equip VHAs and GEDSI officers in areas of health promotion, immunization and outreach.To make sure all activities reports are collected, written and reported on time.Establishing mutual relationship with key stakeholders and partners through effective communication on activities and updating the Portfolio Manager.Understanding the challenges and working closely with PHA to overcome and looking at way forward to support the HCD program in selected districts in the province.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Minimum of Bachelor's degree or college qualification in nursing or public health. Preferably social sciencesCertificate in community development/community health backgroundAt least 2-3 years of experience in implementing projects engaging various stakeholders/partners.Experience in partners engagement and networkingExperience in community development/community health as a backgroundExperience in working with Provincial and District Government / Health OfficesExperience in project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writingExperience in Community mobilization and leadership roleGood interpersonal skills and cross-cultural sensitivityBasic understanding of project management cycle principlesEffective in written and oral communication; able to speak and write with a high standard of English.Good networking and partnership development skillsSound knowledge in PNG Government systems and programsCommunication, advocacy & facilitation skills

A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents all in one PDF file before; Monday 20 January, 2025, 11:59 PM (PNG Time)

Expression of interestDetailed CVValid Police & Medical Clearance Certificate

Note: This is a National Role and we encourage qualified Nationals that fit the criteria above to apply.

World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

World Vision is committed to the protection of children. We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safe guarding practices. Hence employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks, where possible.

We appreciate the time it takes to prepare your application. Please note that only short-listed candidates suitable for interviews will be contacted. If you do not hear from World Vision within two (2) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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