Public Health Volunteers | IOM

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Indonesia is looking for Public Health Volunteers (10 positions) according to the terms of reference below. Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to recruitment-indonesia@iom.int not later than31 May 2011 indicating the reference code below as subject. All candidates are requested to specify their availability date in the application form. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.Reference No : SVN/ID10/2011/030
Position Title : Public Health Volunteers (10 positions)
Duty station : Sikakap (Mentawai), West Sumatra – Indonesia

Classification : General Service, UG
Type & Duration of contract : SAIC Daily Contract, 3 months with the possibility of extension.

General functions:
Under the direct supervision of the Public Health Specialist and overall supervision of the National Project Manager and in close coordination with IOM Nurses, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Collect base-line data on public health related aspects.
2. Assist the Public Health Specialist to conduct an initial technical evaluation of the existing surveillance system to identify points for system strengthening.
3. Assist the Public Health Specialist to establish Community Health Volunteer (CHV) Teams in sub-villages across three islands (Pagai Utara, Pagai Selatan and Sipora).
4. Assist in liaising with local government representatives from Village head level up to Camat (sub-district), to ensure transparency and official endorsement of IOM work in their operating areas.
5. Assist in organizing community meetings with the beneficiaries in operating areas.
6. Assist the Public Health Specialist to deliver health education, health promotion, environmental hygiene and hygiene promotion activities in the operating areas.
7. Act with integrity and professionalism and in accordance with IOM’s Code of Conduct.
8. Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time and commensurate with position.

Desirable Qualification :
Completion of secondary education or equivalent plus a combination of relevant training and professional experience in public health/communicable diseases in emergency or development setting. One to two years of experience in in public health and/or community health promotion activity is an advantage. Good in communication skills and understanding about the local context. Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team with colleagues from varied cultures.

Language: Good knowledge of local language. Working knowledge of English is advantage.

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