Arkangelo Ali Association TB Officers Jobs in South Sudan
Job Title: TB OfficerLocation: South Sudan
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 12 months
Position: Two (2)
AAA Profile: Arkangelo Ali Association-AAA is a South Sudanese humanitarian agency involved in health care services in 5 out of 10 states of South Sudan. AAA has been involved in health since 2006 especially in Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control program.
AAA provides health care to population, regardless of race, religion or political affiliation to support disadvantaged people.
AAA works within existing local health structures and collaborates with other agencies, where possible, to increase efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian assistance.
Mission: AAA's mission is to uplift dignity of disadvantaged people through provision of social services with respect of transparency, quality, equity, availability and accessibility.
Vision: AAA believes in the preservation of human dignity.
Aim: AAA overall goal is to improve the quality of life of the people of the world by reducing human suffering and improving the social economic status.
The incumbent will be involved:
Responsible for all TB control activities in center and community
1. Community education for TB
2. Support sputum microscopy
3. Proper recording and reporting of all TB cases
4. Distribution of DOTS
5. Keep all TB records updated
6. Keep all the patients card updated
7. Up date all quarterly and annual reports
8. Defaulter tracing
9. Case finding and case holding
10. Collaborate with NGOs in order to expand DOTS activities in the area
Training of Health Workers involved in TB program
Establish TB program in hospital/PHCC
Prepare job description of all health workers involved in TB program
Make order of drugs and non drugs for TB program
Advertise and carry on interviews of all health workers who will be involved in TB program
Establish systems and standards for Monitoring/Evaluation of TB program activities
Facilitate a regular forum/meeting for all key staff to view and discuss program objectives and plans
Sharing information and best practice with other partnersReporting
Responsible for compiling monthly/quarterly/annual TB activities reports in timely manner and monthly work plans.
Responsible for accurate record keeping, ordering and accountability of medical equipment, supplies and drugs.
Set performance objectives of TB staff, carry out 6 monthly performance evaluation and advise the individual staff member for way-forward
Orient new staff and visitors on TB activities
Hold regular monthly planning and coordination meeting with all staffs involved in TB control activitiesTraining and Capacity Building
Responsible for identifying and ensuring health staff training and development needs are met.
Design training course that will address issues concerning patient handling, history taking, and differential diagnosis, record keeping and reporting.Representation
Liaise with the Local government/payam administrator and other health personnel
Other General Duties
Should be flexible and able to work in a stressful and challenging environment to meet the targets of the organization.
Be disciplined, accountable and able to work with minimal supervision.
Able to carry-out any other duties and/or responsibilities assigned by his immediate supervisor.
Involve in coordination meetings regarding TB program activities at state and county levels.
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with donors and other NGOsPerson Specification
Diploma in clinical medicine/Nursing. Training in any other specialized areas would be advantageous.
Diploma as a Medical assistant/Registered Nurse
Should be registered with the relevant professional bodies
Should have good communication skills
Fluent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of any local language spoken in South Sudan would be advantageous.
High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility
Previous experience of working with an international Health NGO is desirable
Ability to work in hardship situations with minimum amenities.E-Mail your CV to: health@arkangeloaliassociation.org
Closing date: 30th July 2015
