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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & MOBILIZATION OFFICER, PAMO |
Path |
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Posted 2018-08-21 06:46:48
PATH is a global organization
that works to accelerate health equity by bringing together public
institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and investors to solve the
world’s most pressing health challenges. With expertise in science, health,
economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops
and scales solutions—including vaccines, drugs, devices, diagnostics, and
innovative approaches to strengthening health systems worldwide
PAMO supports the National
Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) to strengthen implementation of malaria
control and elimination efforts. The project works at provincial, district, and
community levels to 1) Support implementation of proven malaria interventions
in alignment with the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan; 2)
Strengthen management capacity of Provincial and District Ministry of Health
personnel to provide oversight/supervision of malaria interventions and; 3)
Strengthen the Health Management Information System at the provincial and district
levels to improve data reporting, analysis, and use for decision-making.
PAMO will help districts, health facilities, and communities maintain universal
coverage of ITNs through mass campaigns and continuous channels such as
antenatal care, immunization services, schools, and community-based health
workers
PATH is
currently recruiting a Community Engagement &
Mobilization Officers (CEMO) who will report directly to the
Provincial Coordinator. PATH is an international organization that drives
transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among
women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms-vaccines,
drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations-that harness
our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and
passion for health equity. By mobilizing partners around the world, we take
innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia
to tackle their greatest health needs. Together, we deliver measurable results
that disrupt the cycle of poor health.
The CEMO will provide community
and district level specialized technical guidance on proven approaches for
community engagement with the ultimate goal of increasing uptake and
utilization of malaria services. In coordination with the Social Behavior
Change Specialist, S/he will have primary responsibility for oversight of
community intervention activities in this area. S/he will also work with other
program managers to provide general support the Provincial and District Health
staff, as requested. The CEMO will be located in Muchinga Provinces.
Responsibilities:
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Support implementation and
monitoring of SBC activities including radio, orientations, meetings and other
key events
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Support the development and
implementation of the project’s community engagement and community outreach
strategies and activities including meetings, drama and PA.
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design, and support the
development of program tools and strategies for community engagement in
community level malaria programing
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Provide oversight and regular
supervision and monitoring to CSOs
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Contribute to the development of
relevant materials and trainings to inform the projects community engagement
and outreach activities.
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Provide support to NMEC, CBOs and
other partner organizations and existing traditional structures to plan and
integrate SBC community interventions and implement community engagement
activities.
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Work with community groups and
outreach workers to map and monitor community action and increase participation
in and uptake of malaria services; provide ongoing mentoring and support.
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Prepare technical reports as
required.
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Coordinate community trainings,
conduct supportive supervisions, and organize review meetings.
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Record, Document and report best
practices to provincial coordinator.
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Participate in preparation of
work plans, progress reports, monitoring and evaluation of the project
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Collect data and compile reports
using the M&E tools.
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Facilitate and participate in program
review meetings at District, Health Facility and Community level.
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Prepare regular weekly and
monthly plans and progress reports.
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Provide technical assistance to
Health Facility Staff in organizing community meetings/events and training of
Community Based Volunteers and other community members.
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Conduct other activities as
assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Specific Program
Responsibilities:
SBC at District and
facility levels
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Support capacity building
trainings
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Produce training and reports
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Conduct monitoring and
supervisory visits to CSOs
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Support implementation and
monitor progress for SBC implementation
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Participate in the planning and
implementation of national events – world malaria day, child health week and
safe motherhood week
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Participate in the documentation
of the success stories
Community Champions
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Work with district and facility
staff to identify community change agents to serve under the champions approach
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Participate in the orientation of
community champions on various malaria interventions and SBC
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Support implementation of SBC-
champion led activities to increase uptake of services
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Regular monitoring and
supervision of champion activities in the District
Community Drama
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Monthly monitoring of drama
groups
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Development of budgets for the
support of drama group performances at community level
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Consolidate drama reports
Required Skills
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Bachelors’ Degree in a related
field or equivalent experience in public health and behavior change
communication.
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At least 5 year(s) of relevant
experience required
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Computer literate with
proficiency in basic software
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Proven experienced in in
integrated malaria
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Experience in planning and
facilitating trainings Experienced with programs in behavior change
communication, community engagement and capacity building
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Experience in participatory
approaches for community mobilization
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Experience working directly with
local communities a plus
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Ability to travel in-country
within the PAMO district 60%
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Must have legal authorization to
work in Zambia.
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Excellent interpersonal,
teamwork, and supervisory skills
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Understanding of the health
system in Zambia
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Conceptual thinker, with
excellent follow-through and organizational skills
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Demonstrated experience of
applying evidence –based approaches to enhance quality and impact of
programming
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Experience working on
USAID-funded project a plus.
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Must have legal authorization to
work in Zambia.
PATH is dedicated to building
an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.
PATH is an equal opportunity
employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH
does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity
or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status,
disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
To apply please visit path.silkroad.com.