Immunization Technical Assistants (TAs) – Ethiopian Orthodox Church Development and Inter Church Aid Commission (EOC-DICAC) Vacancy Announcement; December 19, 2024
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Organization: Ethiopian Orthodox Church Development and Inter Church Aid Commission (EOC-DICAC)
Position: Immunization Technical Assistants (TAs)
Location: In one of the following werdas: Alee, Konso zuria, Basketo, Burji, North Ari, South Ari, Wuba Ari, Malee, Benatsemay, Gnagatom districts. Woreda Level of Southern Ethiopia regional State.
Employment: Full time
Date of Announcement: December 19, 2024
Deadline: December 29th, 2024
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Job description
Ethiopian Orthodox Church Development and Inter Church Aid Commission (EOC-DICAC)
Vacancy Announcement
EOC-DICAC is a recognized & licensed non-profit charitable local NGO working for the benefit of vulnerable communities in Ethiopia to attain self-reliance by tackling the root causes of poverty, migration, climate change, conflict, public health illiteracy problems by promoting sustainable development programs. Since in 1972, EOC-DICAC has been engaged in development and humanitarian interventions all over the country. Therefore, EOC-DICAC would like to invite dynamic and creative applicant for the following vacant post
Scope of Work
- At the woreda level, the Immunization TA will work closely with the Woreda Health Office, supporting immunization activities and capacity-building initiatives to meet project goals. Key responsibilities include:
- Immunization Program Support: Contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of immunization activities to the health office.
- Training and Capacity Building: Facilitating and participating in the training sessions for health workers and community volunteers on immunization practices.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Implement monitoring systems to track immunization coverage and assess program effectiveness; prepare regular reports for the project wereda, zonal/Regional coordinator.
- Community Engagement: Work with local leaders and organizations to promote immunization awareness and address vaccine hesitancy.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with woreda health office, NGOs, and other partners working on immunization activities to strengthen immunization efforts.
- Supports the Cold Chain and Logistics and facilitate the cold chain systems to ensure vaccine quality, and carry out other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Deliverables
- Detailed micro plans for immunization campaigns within the woreda, focusing on identifying and reaching zero-dose children.
- Weekly and monthly progress reports on immunization activities, data collection, and community outreach results.
- Documented improvements in cold chain management and logistical support for vaccine distribution at the woreda level.
- Completion of at least one targeted immunization outreach campaign per quarter within the assigned woreda.
Report to: The project coordinator and to the Woreda Health Office
Location: In one of the following werdas: Alee, Konso zuria, Basketo, Burji, North Ari, South Ari, Wuba Ari, Malee,
Benatsemay, Gnagatom districts. Woreda Level of Southern Ethiopia regional State.
No of Vacant Post: Ten (10)
Salary and benefits: Negotiable
Application Deadline: Ten consecutive calendaring days following announcement
Terms of employment: One year with a strong possibility of extension
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Job requirements
Job Requirements
- MPH/BSC degree in Public Health, Nursing, or a related field.
- Experiences – A minimum of 3 years’ for BSC or 1 year for MPH, in immunization programs, with direct experience working at the woreda or community level.
- Proficiency with data collection and microplanning tools, with a solid understanding of immunization logistics.
- Demonstrated experience in community health engagement and outreach, particularly in rural or mobile population settings.
- Strong communication skills and knowing local languages is a plus.
- Female applicants are encouraged
Required Skills
- Adaptability
- Patient care and assistance
- Acute care
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How To Apply
Interested applicants can submit their non-returnable CV, degree(s) or diploma(s) and copies of all other pertinent document through the following email address:[email protected]. Or you can
apply in person at Southern Ethiopia regional State Health Bureau, Jinka Town.
NB. Women’s are highly encouraged to apply
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