Female Mobilisers Vaccinator Supervisors

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Position Title: Female Mobilisers Vaccinator Supervisors
Location: Kandahar
Country: Afghanistan
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
CTG (Compassionate Technology Group) is an organization that supports humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world. Established in 2006, CTG has placed over 20,000 staff across 17 countries, including regions in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The organization specializes in providing rapid and cost-effective services for development and humanitarian missions, ensuring that the right people with the right skills are deployed to implement various projects. CTG is known for its efficient HR, logistical, and operational services, which save multilateral organizations time and money by managing HR-related issues, allowing clients to focus on their core services. For more information, visit www.ctg.org.

Job Overview:
The position of Female Mobilisers Vaccinator Supervisors is crucial in the ongoing efforts to combat polio in Afghanistan, one of the last polio-endemic countries. The role involves engaging with communities to raise awareness about vaccine-preventable diseases and improving health education, particularly in areas with low awareness and cultural restrictions. The supervisors will oversee the field mobilizers (FMVs), ensuring they are effectively trained and supported in their roles. This position is vital for maintaining routine immunization and responding to referrals, as well as building trust between the health system and communities. The FMVs will conduct health education sessions and support vaccination efforts, particularly focusing on mothers, who are the primary caregivers for children. The role requires a proactive approach to community engagement and demand generation for vaccinations, especially in high-risk districts.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Female Mobilisers Vaccinator Supervisors will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Field supervision of FMVs, monitoring their attendance and performance, and creating development plans.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of a comprehensive training plan for FMVs.
• Building partnerships with health facility managers to enhance collaboration.
• Providing technical support to FMVs to ensure effective performance.
• Managing cluster activities and monitoring results related to immunization efforts.
• Planning, implementing, and monitoring immunization activities in relevant health facilities.
• Ensuring that monthly health education and caregiver engagement plans are developed and executed at the health facility level.
• Conducting performance monitoring visits to health facilities, focusing on health education sessions and supporting vaccinators.
• Compiling and reviewing monthly health facility reports, which include data on health education sessions and immunization statistics. 1
• Conducting monitoring visits to address coordination issues and provide on-site mentoring as needed. 1
• Collecting and reporting rumors and misconceptions from the community to the DCO. 1
• Performing administrative tasks, including managing staff attendance and payment recommendations. 1
• Reporting directly to the DCO.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Female Mobilisers Vaccinator Supervisors include: - Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across multiple platforms and audiences. - A strong understanding of polio vaccinations and a genuine interest in children's health issues and their well-being. - A diploma in health or a related field is essential. - A minimum of 3 years of practical professional work experience in healthcare is required, demonstrating a solid background in health education and community engagement.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a diploma in health or a related field. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of health issues, particularly in relation to vaccination and maternal health. The diploma should ideally be complemented by practical experience in healthcare settings, which will enhance the candidate's ability to engage effectively with communities and health facilities.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of practical professional work experience in healthcare. This experience should include direct involvement in health education, community engagement, and vaccination efforts. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record of working in healthcare environments, particularly in roles that involve interaction with communities and health facility staff.

Languages:
Fluency in Dari and Pashto is mandatory for this position, as these languages are essential for effective communication with the local population. Candidates should be able to engage with community members, health facility staff, and other stakeholders in these languages. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
This position is critical in the fight against polio in Afghanistan and requires a commitment to community health and engagement. The role may involve working in challenging environments, and candidates should be prepared for the realities of working in fragile and conflict-affected areas. The position is full-time, and candidates should be aware that CTG has a zero tolerance policy towards Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. All staff are required to adhere to this Code of Conduct at all times. Additionally, CTG does not charge any fees during the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent hiring process.