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| Vaccinator | |||
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| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Herat, |
| Categories | Health Care, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2024-02-08 | Close Date | 2024-02-14 |
| Vacancy No | CARE-AF-0822 | Gender | male female |
| No Of Jobs | 16 | Contract Duration | 4-Months |
| Education | Graduated from 12 grade at least, and higher education level will be preferred especially medical institute, training certificate in immunization. | Experience | The Candidate must have at least one-year previous experience in the relevant field in BPHS related health facilities. |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | Based on NSP Salary Scale |
About Company
About CARE AFGHANISTAN: CARE is a non-governmental, non-political, non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development assistance to those in need. CARE, as an International Confederation of 13 member organizations is one of the world's largest private humanitarian organizations working in more than 90 plus, countries committed to helping communities in the developing world achieve lasting victories over poverty.
Job Description
- Summary of Key Functions
- Receive vaccines, cold chain commodities, IEC materials and reporting formats/registers/cards from REMT/PEMT on regular basis as per need/SHC catchment area population and target groups.
- Conduct vaccine administration sessions in SHC catchment area for all target mothers and children on regular basis.
- Make sure that accuracy and quality of all field immunization activities are maintained and reported (EPI registers, clients’ cards & other reporting formats) on due time to REMT/PEMT and CARE sub office.
- Responsible to know the updated national EPI guidelines/policies regarding immunization program.
- Regular reporting to PEMT/REMT regarding vaccine, cold chain commodities and data including proper storage and inventory of all items received and utilized.
- Maintain specific focus on quality of vaccines through proper follow up of EPI recommendations for cold chain in the field.
- Prepare and maintain the immunization micro plan according to SHC fixed and outreach plan to reach all eligible mothers and children on due time.
- Organize vaccination session according to the SHC fixed and outreach plan for all catchment area population.
- Organize/conduct regular health education sessions during field work and pass health messages regarding immunization to clients and communities.
- Maintain close coordination with local community elders/stakeholders and volunteers to ensure motivation and mobilization of the local communities to participate in EPI activities.
- Registration and reporting of all vaccinated eligible mothers and children according to National EPI reporting formats/registers.
- Participate in EPI/polio mass campaigns and public awareness activities.
- Keep record of all EPI related assets and cold chain commodities supplied by National EPI/UNICEF/Organization.
- Actively participation in community-based immunization awareness raising program.
- Undertake any other task assigned by the health facility in-charge.
The incumbent of the position is responsible for
Key relations
- Reports to health facility In-Charge and field supervisor
- Coordinate with Members of the sub health centre (SHC), and the Provision of Essential Life-Saving Healthcare Services to Underserved Populations Affected by Earthquakes in Herat Province staff.
- Duty Locations Herat Province (Gulran and Kushk/Robat-e -Sangi districts)
- Key Results Expected
- Immunization coverage for all applicable antigens increased in target communities (both for women and children)
- Local community awareness level improved regarding active participation in organizing mass campaigns and routine vaccination program.
- Community level referral of eligible women and children increased to Health Facility.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
- Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.
Safety and Security Responsibility:
We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.
Job Requirement
Core Competencies:
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
- Knowledge of health and hygiene education and infection prevention
- Able to listen well, accurately communicate ideas, and to work well in a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with a range of individuals and groups.
- Work enthusiastically and with patient
- Culturally flexible and respect the multi-cultural environment.
Skills:
- Excellent skills of problem-solving and decision making
- Strong communication skills
- Patient counselling and advice
- Willingness to work in COVID-19 situation but will be having PPE and IPC measurements provided.
- Good teamwork spirit
- Willingness to learn new skills.
- Experience of vaccination outreach sessions
Education:
- Graduated from 12 grade at least, and higher education level will be preferred especially medical institute, training certificate in immunization.
Work Experience:
- The Candidate must have at least one-year previous experience in the relevant field in BPHS related health facilities.
Languages Skills:
- Fluency in spoken and written Dari and Pashtu is a requirement. English Language skills is a plus point.
Safeguarding
CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel
CARE Afghanistan participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Submission Guideline
- Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) along with updated CV to afg.vacancies@care.org.
- Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
- Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Vaccinator CARE-AF-0822 Herat) otherwise your application will not be considered.
- Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
- The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
- People with Physical Disabilities and Women are highly encourage to apply.
- CARE IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING POLICY (Available at: Safeguarding)
- CARE IS COMMITTED TO CODE OF CONDUCT (Available at: CARE Afg Code of Conduct (updated).pdf)