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Company: Family Planning Association of Malawi (FPAM)
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Overview
Family Planning Association of Malawiย (FPAM) is a local, non-governmental organization providing youth friendly sexual and reproductive health rights, information, and services.
FPAMย compliments the government of Malawi in improving the health status of all people in Malawi. FPAMโs vision is a Malawian society with access to quality and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services and information.
FPAM is looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacantย position.
DISTRICT PROJECT OFFICER โ NTCHEU
Main Purpose of the Job
The District Project Officer will oversee family planning and reproductive health (SHR) programs and integrate SRHR with other health and development activities for the Nโzatonse/DISC Project at the district level. He/She will provide specialized technical support to the Ministry of Health and partners to enhance the management and oversight of family planning resources and promote the exchange of experiences and best practices within the district
Reports to: โ Project Coordinator โ Nzatonse Project.
Specific Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinating the DISC project implementation at district level and participate in the development of monthly, quarterly reports, work plans, forecasts, procurement plans and business plans
- Serve as the point of contact for the DISC project at district level and link with the secretariat project team
- Based on their expertise in self-care, take leadership of service delivery, demand creation and learning workstreams in line with DISC priorities
- Maintain a high level of health expertise and share up-to-date information with partners by locating, analyzing, and applying current technical data relevant to family planning and reproductive health.
- Evaluate proposed SRHR program activities, including potential research areas especially those focusing on Adolescents and youth
- Ensure coordination with key internal (within FPAM) and relevant exteral stakeholders including the Ministry of Health (MOH) in all Nโzatonse/DISC activities at district level.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Degree in Nursing from a reputable institution.
- At least three yearsโ experience in Family planning and reproductive health programs.
- Demonstrated experience in
implementing self-care programs including DMPA SC - Experience in mentorship and training will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Please send your cover letter, CV and copies of relevant Certificates and National Identity Card with three traceable referees (including the current or immediate past employer) through email to vacancy@fpamalawi.org.
The deadline for submission is Tuesday, 12th November 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
NOTE: Duly note that due to volumes of applications we receive; only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and that FPAM does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and have not retained any agent in connection with recruitment. FPAM is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
FPAM is an equal opportunity employer