Health Supervisor

The Organization for People’s Health in Action (OPHA) is an independent, non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization dedicated to the development of Afghanistan. OPHA focuses on implementing projects in healthcare, community development, capacity building, and the empowerment of women and youth.

OPHA was established in October 2017, and is officially registered with the Ministry of Economy. The organization is currently delivering essential healthcare services in Laghman & Ningarhar provinces.

OPHA is going to start a new project (Integrated primary health and nutrition services in the area of return for returnees and host communities in Nuristan provinces) funded by AHF-OCHA. In this project we will newly establish 12 Health Facilities (10 SHCs & 2 MHNTs) in Mandol, Doab, Nurgaram, Waygal & Paron districts of Nuristan province.

For more information, please visit our website: www.opha.org.af

General Responsibilities:

The overall scope of work for Health Supervisor is planning, implementing, supervision, monitoring, data verification/cross check and following up of health programs and activities service delivery of project in the province in line with the project standards and work plan

Specific Duties:

The project Health Supervisor is responsible for accurate, consistent, and reliable recording and reporting systems in the relevant SHCs. S/He will monitor the SHCs during the month to:

a)     Ensure active participation in SHCs’ data verification/cross-check as per TORs

b)     The Supervisor has the responsibility to supervise and follow the medical and non-medical side of SHCs in coordination with the project manager/In charge

c)      At the end of the month, s/he will check all the registers with the reported information of the SHCs and ensure that they match with each other and there is no discrepancy between registers and the reported data (focus on the accuracy and consistency of HMIS data in related SHCs).

d)     During the month, s/he will conduct OPHA prepared checklist, SHCs standards, in the SHCs and submit the filled checklist to the management of the sub-office for follow-up.

A. M&E

1.      Develop and plan a detailed M&E work plan for health facilities based on the project activities. Leading the target setting for key project indicators

2.      Apply standard National HMIS in all SHCs under the project

3.      Monitor the HMIS indicators at the SHCs as well as overall at the project level.

4.      Provide support to the standard HMIS database and DHIS2 database

5.      Provide reliable, accurate, and timely information and reports for informed planning and decision making at the project level, and Provide feedback, prepare action plans and follow up.

6.      Ensure timely submission of disease outbreaks to NDSR both at the central and provincial levels.

7.      Attend related meetings on monthly quarterly and ad hoc bases in the province.

B. Quality of Health Services:

Implement the quality assurance/improvement initiatives and approaches (HQIP, IP, waste management, etc.) in the assigned SHCs s including all phases (planning, implementation and evaluation) where applicable.

 C. Supervision and Monitoring:

1.      Support the project management team in adopting a supportive supervision approach in SHCs

2.      Develop a detailed supervisory action plan at the beginning of each month for the assigned area and submit the timely monthly report to the Line Manager.

3.      Conduct regular visits on a monthly basis to the SHCs Cover all sections and staff categories of the SHCs in providing support and on-the-job training during supervisory visits

4.      Use specific checklists developed for supervision purposes

5.      Identify gaps, areas to be improved, challenges and obstacles in service delivery, find appropriate solutions and address the gaps and problems accordingly.

6.      Seek support, where needed, from other staff, supervisors and stakeholders who can contribute to solution of the identified problems, gaps and challenges

7.      Provide SHCs staff with appropriate feedback and take on-the-spot actions where possible and within the jurisdiction of his/her authority

8.      Implement and follow up the agreed actions till the identified gaps are filled and challenges are overcome

9.      Conduct meetings with the SHCs staff at the end of each supervisory visit and share all points to be improved.

  D. Recording and Reporting:

1.      Ensure all the activities under this scope of work mentioned under A to D are properly documented.

2.      Ensue that project-related data is collected, analysed, and used for further improvement of SHCs services and management.

3.      Support the project manager and technical manager in developing Monthly Updates and reports

4.      Support the project manager and technical manager in preparing technical reports of the project based on the MoPH standard format

·        Afghan national

·        Medical degree (MD) attested by the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE)

• Familiarity with Nuristan provinces and related region highly preferred
• Travel to the pre-defined districts of Nuristan provinces is must

WORK EXPERIENCE:

·        At least three years of experience in monitoring & evaluation within NGOs, preferable in health projects

SKILLS:

• Excellent knowledge of the English language (verbal and written)
• Good communication and presentation skill.
• Proactive approach to solving issues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to create a supportive working relationship with all project teams
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on Microsoft Office, Excel, World

OPHA upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination by its personnel toward the individuals it serves. Additionally, OPHA is firmly committed to stringent child safeguarding principles.

All personnel, including selected candidates, are expected to fully comply with these standards and principles at all times. As part of OPHA’s commitment to maintaining a safe and ethical work environment, all selected candidates will be subject to thorough reference and background checks concerning any past misconduct related to sexual exploitation and abuse as well as child safeguarding violation and other corrupt practices. Candidates may also be required to provide further information throughout the selection process.

OPHA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We strongly encourage persons with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process and inclusive workplace.

SUBMISSION GUIDE LINE

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to submit their CV through the link provide below.

Please select the province & position, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contact for written test/interview and application after closing date will not be considered.

Note: Applications are reviewed on active bases and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before closing date.

Submission Link: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/kRwQBlvq