In particular, he/she will:
Perform Daily Observed Treatment (DOT) follow-up of assigned TB patients on a daily basis. This includes visiting patients’ homes and ensuring that they are taking their prescribed TB medications. DOT follow-up involves frequent travel within the assigned area of responsibility on a daily basis using their own mode of transport.
Screen and report any side effects to the treating physician, NTP center management and IOM field coordinator.
Reinforce the abidance of patients with the treatment regimen through health education/awareness raising and support
Participate in tracing and screening contacts of TB patients in order to facilitate early TB diagnosis and prevention of transmission
Maintain regular and direct contact with NTP centers regarding new patients that needs to be followed up as well as current patients on treatment and report back to the center about these cases as needed
Participate in assessments/surveys of the patient’s health needs
Raise awareness and disseminate information to the refugee population on location of health services, transport means and referral systems
Report on field activities and share relevant information with the NTP centers and IOM health unit on a regular basis
Participate actively in outreach activities in coordination with the TB center manager.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned
Intervention Sectors
Health
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
800 to 1200 (USD)
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
please mention in the email subject the position title you are applying for
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Experience Requirements
2 to 3 years
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
Education and Experience
a) Completed University degree in nursing, paramedics or related health field b) minimum two years of relevant work experience, c) demonstrated understanding of the humanitarian system through work experience and/or studies d) good knowledge of the assigned area of responsibility e) holds a valid driving license and has his/her own car f) willing to undertake daily travel to requested locations.
Competencies:
a) good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; b) ability to draft clearly and concisely; c) demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity; d) ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; e) ability to work under pressure e) personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility and drive for results; f) Proficiency in Office applications, including Word and Excel.
a) Completed University degree in nursing, paramedics or related health field b) minimum two years of relevant work experience, c) demonstrated understanding of the humanitarian system through work experience and/or studies d) good knowledge of the assigned area of responsibility e) holds a valid driving license and has his/her own car f) willing to undertake daily travel to requested locations.
Competencies:
a) good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; b) ability to draft clearly and concisely; c) demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity; d) ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; e) ability to work under pressure e) personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility and drive for results; f) Proficiency in Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Basic
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No