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General Position Summary
The IPC Specialist will directly implement and manage the “capacity building” of healthcare providers and health facility staff in the 06 program districts of the country. The IPC Specialist will provide the overall management and coordination of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) activities. He/she will coordinate with the field teams to ensure that the program meets its targets and deliverables on time, to the required level of quality, and within the budget. He/she will be responsible for manual and IEC material development for IPC and CMCT training and awareness-raising. He/she will be responsible for the coordination and meetings with district-level stakeholders.
The IPC Specialist will lead technical planning, implementation, and quality control for IPC activities in the districts. He/she will organize and conduct the training sessions in the selected health facilities of 06 districts. The IPC Specialist will support the Project Manager for overall project implementation.
Essential Job Functions
- Develop/adapt/Revise/Improve the training curriculum of Infection Prevention & Control (IPC), Combined Management of Covid and TB (CMCT), Sanitary worker training on IPC and Solid Waste Management etc, in consultation with key stakeholders including but not limited to SR. Manager TB program MC, Pakistan, National and Provincial TB Control Programs, WHO, etc.
- Coordination with key stakeholders for timely and smooth execution of the project activities.
- Inception/kickoff meetings at the National, Provincial and district levels with all key stakeholders.
- Capacity assessment and building of project staff reading the technical knowledge and execution of IPC activities.
- Plan, manage and delivery of IPC and Combined Management of Covid and TB (CMCT) trainings for healthcare providers and sanitary workers at the district level.
- Capacity building of selected healthcare providers from GP clinics and sanitary staff on IPC and CMCT in the identified private and public hospitals
- Proper coordination with procurement, Finance, Admin, and logistic team for timely completion of all the processes including the procurement for the execution of the IPC training.
- Development of training guidelines for IPC and CMCT training.
- Ensure that the Project Manager is kept regularly informed of all matters relevant to the IPC including the preparation of regular reporting and the production of program work plans.
- Establish and maintain effective program reporting, monitoring, and evaluation systems in coordination with the field staff.
- Assist Project Manager in timely submission of weekly/monthly/quarterly progress reports on all the IPC activities undertaken in the respective districts.
- Support and coordinate with the M&EOs for the monitoring in relevant districts.
- Prepare the presentation and representation at external and internal forums and meetings as and when required.
- Support the Project Manager in the day-to-day project activities.
- Frequently travel (60% time) to project sites in all 6 districts across Pakistan for direct execution of the project activities.
- Any other task or responsibility assigned by the Project Manager
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
· Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work
· Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members
· Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other option
Security
- Follow all MC SOPs on Safety and Security while conducting the activities in the assigned areas of the catchment of Population.
- Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
- Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
Supervisory Responsibility
NA (Technical supervision of Program Officer IPC)
Accountability
- Reports Directly To: Project Manager C19
- Works Directly With: District Field Supervisors, Community Mobilization Officers, M&E and in close coordination with Sr. Program Manager TB, Procurement, HR, and Finance teams
Knowledge and Experience
MBBS (preferably) and/or Master’s in public health or related discipline with at least five years of relevant project implementation experience in NGO sector. Experience in public health programs, specifically in the areas of Infection Prevention, TB and Covid 19 Management is desired. Fluency in written and spoken English, and excellent writing skills. Must be proficient in computers, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Excellent planning and time management skills and knowledge of financial matters and procurement procedures will be an asset.
Success Factors
Ability to work with a wide variety of partners and geographically dispersed teams. Ability to work within a team, under pressure and with tight deadlines.
Ongoing Learning
In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.
We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.
Safeguarding & Ethics
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying for this role an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or trafficking policy. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.
As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline
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NOTE:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- The management reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason.
- Preference will be given to local candidates.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer and females are strongly encouraged to apply.