Health System Strengthening Officer at the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

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Posted 2 years ago

International Rescue Committee (IRC) is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Health System Strengthening Officer

Requisition ID: req37507
Location: Yola / Mubi – Adamawa
Sector: Health
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No

About International Rescue Committee (IRC): The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Job Requirements

Graduate Health professional (Nurse, Clinical or Medical Officer), or any other relevant health related field with public health/system strengthening and Governance background.

Work Experience:

Minimum 2 years of professional experience, of which 1 year in health system strengthening, or in humanitarian/development settings
Experience in local governance, social accountability, public administration, institutional development, public-sector capacity building or related technical areas highly desirable.
Knowledge and understanding of governance in service delivery, particularly in health, highly recommended
Previous work experience with INGO, especially with project planning and reports writing, is an added advantage
Have experience in general management (including financial and budget management, logistics management, etc.)
Familiarity/ knowledge of operational contexts Adamawa State

Demonstrated Technical Skills: