Community Health Promoters

Job Summary This Zahle based position contributes to the mission of the organization by improving the care, prevention, and health education of chronic non-communicable diseases for Syrian refugees in 38 informal tented settlements (ITS) in the central Bekaa valley.   RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Deliver information to the community about  MTI services Improve community level of knowledge in health education Assist clinical manager in providing health services for NCD patients Report any relevant information from the community about the health services to MTI Staff members. Train liaison on how to use medical equipments ( stethoscopes, BP cuffs, and glucometers)  to monitor NCD patients regularly Supervise family liaison in their work within communities and families Attend trainings provided by MTI on a regular basis Identifying training needs arising from local beneficiaries   Essential Minimum Qualifications Required: University degree in public health, nursing, or any other related field Minimum 1-2 years professional experience Familiarity with chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, chronic respiratory disease) Sensitivity to the needs of refugee beneficiaries Ability to work within a team and exhibit good communication efforts Strong attention to detail and report writing skills Skills in facilitating health education sessions Proficiency in computer applications: Excel, Word, Email Understand the mission of Medical Teams International   Desired Qualifications: Excellent English language skills; knowledge of French is a plus Prior international organizational experience is preferred Should be quick in understanding, keen on taking instructions, and able to work with minimum supervision