Infection Prevention Coordinator -
Islamabad

Education:

Master degree in Health sciences or relevant qualifications MBBS/MPH will be preferred. IPC diploma/certification will be an asset

Relevant Experience:

 At least 3 - 5 years of prior work experience in the relevant field, Training and Coordination of Infection Prevention and Control Program. Person having direct IPC implementation and training will be preferred 

Job Description: 

Specific responsibilities of the Infection Prevention Coordinator include but are not limited to:

• Develop tools to conduct IPP (Infection Prevention Practices) at the facility level.
• Continuous ongoing monitoring & provision of knowledge/refresher, what & when required at the facility regarding IPP.
• Assist Program Manager for field assessment for IPC.
• Design IPC assessments for facility and community.
• Assist Manager to develop/design training material required for IPP at the facility.
• Develop material for IPP demonstration at community level.
• Demonstrate expert clinical knowledge through problem solving and decision making.
• Conduct needs assessments using a variety of strategic tools. Assists learners in the assessment of needs and identification of outcomes.
• Incorporate principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Develops/coordinates plans related to initial and ongoing competency validation.
• Delivers competence based programs with a focus upon improvement of IPP and retention of knowledge.
• Supports staff development with educational activities.
• Prepares short and long term planning and programs to address identified needs
• Undertake the necessary components of the performance review process.
• Promote and participate in quality improvement activities and organizational accreditation processes.
• Participate in relevant committees, meetings and service activities as required and provide relevant feedback and dissemination of appropriate information.
• Participate in critical incident debriefings as required.
• Ensures that programs are congruent with organizational missions, values and goals.
• Develop the technical report and ppts for programs activities, donor and stakeholders
• Maintains flexibility when managing multiple roles and responsibilities.
• Interprets and communicates across multiple disciplines
• Conduct IPC trainings in selected Districts
• Any other task assigned by supervisor

Note:  “Indus Hospital & Health Network is an employer that does not tolerate Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.”