Overview
The incumbent will support the provision of technical and managerial expertise to develop, strengthen and implement policies and programmes of activities designed to strengthen national, public-health capacity in Environment, Climate Change and Health (CCH). The NPO will provide technical support for the implementation of identified activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day operational aspects in the implementation of the GEF project.
- Support all project activities implemented at national level.
- Technically assist in the monitoring of work plans and budgets.
- Provide technical support in monitoring work plans and budgets.
- Attend regular meetings, report on country-level activities, and facilitate communication.
- Maintain partnerships and networks to strengthen multidisciplinary and multisectoral collaboration.
- Collect data and maintain comprehensive operational information on partners' activities.
- Ensure collaboration, and work with international and national partners to improve surveillance, monitoring, and evaluation of vector-borne and water- and food-borne diseases.
- Technically assist MHMS and its partners in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, strategies, and action plans.
- Utilize understanding of national and subnational cultural norms to inform community outreach activities.
- Contribute to the drafting of monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports.
- Analyse and undertake research on Environment, Climate Change and Health.
- Assist in developing and reviewing technical studies carried out in the project sites.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) in emergencies and public health events.
- Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Experience
At least 2 years of experience in a similar or related position in programme or project planning / management role with significant experience in the area of environmental health and/or climate change. Experience working closely with governmental and partner organizations, and report writing. Experience on or exposure to GEF funded projects and its technical and operational requirements is an advantage.
Qualifications
University degree in public health, geography, environmental sciences/management, environmental engineering, studies, environmental economics, or another field relevant to the project. Qualification in environmental health, environmental sciences, and/or climate change is desirable.
