The IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster
Job Summary
The IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.
The Senior Health Officer will support the implementation of the project aimed at contributing to polio eradication by enhancing surveillance for Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP).
The IRC is currently implementing its health and nutrition program in West Nile and Acholi focusing on providing primary health care services to refugees in their settlements.
Matching Summary
The IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Acute Flaccid Paralysis surveillance
community health promotion
health facility collaboration
reporting and data analysis
supply chain management
Nice-to-have
solutions-driven change-maker
holistic programming
multidisciplinary team experience
effective communication skills
mobilization skills
Key Requirements
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Public Health
Registered and licensed with Allied Health Professionals Council
At least three years' experience
Experience with community structures
Experience with district surveillance health systems
Proficiency in off-road riding with a valid class A license