Program Officer - Nursing Job in Nepal

Job Information

Duty Station Surkhet
Type of Appointment Full time
No. of Openings 1 opening
Salary Negotiable / Monthly
Job Level : Mid-Level
Job Experience : 2 + Years
Job Category Health Care | Public Health
2 + Years
Job Qualification : Bachelor
Posted Date : Jun 17, 2022

Job Description

Position:	Program Officer – Nursing
Line Management Report to:	Senior Program Coordinator
Technical Report to:	Training Manager
Supervision:	N/A
Duty Station:	Surkhet Cluster Office with frequent field visits

Purpose of the Position:

The Program Officer – Nursing will be responsible to provide clinical and technical support and run the clinical sessions in its program districts. This position works closely with the Kathmandu, Cluster and district teams. This position will ensure compliance with national guidelines under the ministry of health and technical divisions. The Program Officer’s main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Implement the MNCH-related technical guideline as per national standards and protocols
SBA follow-up and enhancement to ensure the quality
Onsite coaching and mentoring of SBA working in birthing centers
Conduct MSS at health facilities and provide necessary feedback
Run clinical sessions and training for SBA and health workers (MNH update, Infection prevention, birthing centers supervision etc.)
Capacity building of partner organization’s clinical staff
Supervision and monitoring of the OHW program activities
Identify the clinical needs and gaps and provide necessary suggestions
Ensure all the technical needs are met
Assist to determine the technical specification of the equipment, and medical supplies as per request
Provide technical inputs for innovative pilot projects
Participate in program planning and budgeting
Coordinate with a health training center, health office, municipalities and partner organizations for smooth implementation of project activities
Prepare required reports, case stories and quotes
Monthly reporting, record tracking of activities
Coordinate and facilitate different types of meetings & sessions
Prepare technical presentations, training materials and other documents as per need
Prepare technical briefings and reports in English and Nepali.
Any other tasks assigned by supervisors.

Required Qualification & Experience

Academic qualification and work experience:

Bachelor in Nursing with a minimum of two years of experience in a related area

Skills and Abilities:

Willing to make regular field trips in rural areas

Ability to coach and provide technical support
Having in-depth knowledge of the GoN health services delivery system
Thorough knowledge of the execution of maternal newborn health-related clinical guidelines
Through knowledge of SBA and midwifery training in Nepal
Demonstrated experience in MS office packages and basic compute applications
Great attention to detail and technical deliverable
Excellent command of English and Nepali languages
NHTC SBA certified will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are requested to visit the link at https://forms.gle/azYUjq6mvDiBsVHDA and submit their application through the online portal by June 26, 2022.