Health Field Coordinator

The position   Position Title   :          Health Field Coordinator Reports to       :           Health Program Manager Location          :           Akkar [including refugee camps] Work hours    :           From 8:30AM till 4:00PM Period             :           8 months, renewable depending on performance and funding. [First 3 months is a probation period].  Position Summary: In response to the ongoing Syria crisis and based on a recent needs assessment, ANERA is leading the “Pearl Beads” project in response to the need for improved oral hygiene and dental health services targeting children aged 3-12 years. The Health Field Coordinator will be based in Akkar to support the project activities in ensuring the achievement of desired oral health outcomes by the young beneficiaries. He/she will follow up on the day-to-day activities of the project and support data collection efforts at the field implementation level based on tools and methods set by ANERA Health Program Manager.   Responsibilities The field coordinator will be responsible for carrying out the following: Assist in the screening of oral health needs among children in targeted areas in Akkar. Coordinate the day to day implementation of activities of the intervention. Organize dental health service visits for children in coordination with clinics. Assist in the organization, logistics and preparations of trainings, community events and awareness campaigns, emphasizing key oral hygiene promotion messages; Maintain proper and updated monitoring of all field activities with proper documentation of such monitoring activities including list of participants, attendance, questionnaires, pre and posttests; Act as focal point for different stakeholders; Manage and Coordinate local and field visits for project managers or any concerned parties; Submit monthly reports on development of activities, results, challenges and achievements of project as per templates; Perform other tasks as the need arises.   Skills Good computer skills with good command of commonly used software (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, email etc…) Strong oral and written communications skills Strong organizational skills and attention to-detail. Demonstrated program administration experience Dynamic and pro-active with creative problem solving skills, particularly in challenging situations Good interpersonal and networking skills Familiarity with the area of operation (Akkar/refugee camps) Flexible mobility within North Lebanon/Akkar area. Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goal Cultural sensitivity and adaptability   Requirements and Qualifications A bachelor or technical degree in the field of health, social sciences  or any other relevant field Two to three (2-3) years of related experience Previous experience with Local or International NGO’s will be an advantage