Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) Technical Officer

Job Description

FACT Zimbabwe is a Christian based organisation that was instituted in 1987. Since establishment, FACT Zimbabwe has been a leading national HIV and development organisation implementing various projects directly and through partnerships. FACT is an implementing partner for the USAID-funded Mhuri/Imuli II project that aims to provide Technical Assistance (TA) to the MOHCC in the target provinces .The 5-year (2023 – 2028) USAID-funded Mhuri/Imuli II project’s goal is to support improvements in MNCH outcomes through increasing the quality and scale of high impact MNCH services in targeted geographies and increasing uptake of these services among targeted populations. FACT seeks the services of a detailed below;
1. Title : Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) Technical Officer
2. Location : Buhera (x1)
3. Supervisor: Provincial Team Lead

4. Position Summary:
• Reporting to the Provincial Team Lead (PTL), the MNCH Technical officer works with the PTL to implement all project activities in the supported provinces and districts including engagement with Provincial Steering Committees, supporting the provincial and district health authorities to strengthen systems for MNCH service provision, health workforce development, and the supply chain for MNCH services. They also work with the PTL to maintain effective partnerships in their areas of work.

Duties and Responsibilities

5. Job Responsibilities
• Responsible for the day-to-day implementation of MNCH project activities in the targeted province and districts.
• Works closely, in collaboration with local level Government Health Institutions and other relevant health partners to achieve set targets of the project as well as implementation, planning, and reporting of the field activities.
• Together with the PTL and the rest of the project team, the MNCH Technical Officer represents the project in the assigned province and districts.
• Accountable for project objectives, outcomes, and milestones at Provincial and district level and ensures that financial, operational, and reporting requirements of the donor are followed.
• Preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports.
• Ensures implementation of project activities in accordance with the work plan and organization and Donor specifications and requirements.
• Training, mentorship, and capacity building of healthcare workers.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Substantial experience working on reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) and health systems strengthening including training and clinical mentorship of health workers in RMNCH.
• Deep understanding and knowledge of contemporary health system dynamics and MNCH challenges.
• Experience working effectively with provincial and district government authorities.
• Familiarity with the political, social, economic, and cultural context at provincial level.
• Excellent organizational, planning skills with a proactive attitude and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enhancing teamwork and organizational culture.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to identify and with the confidence report risks and problems in appropriate manner.
• Excellent computer skills, including use of MS Office packages, Word, Power point, Excel database.
• Able to prioritize and complete multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.

7. Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Nursing with a qualification in Midwifery with a good understanding of Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health including programme coordination and management.
• Highly motivated individual, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility on working hours and willingness to travel outside duty station.
• Working experience with NGO is an asset.
• Traceable references.

How to Apply

8. How to apply:
a. Click the button below and complete the form not later than 4 November 2024.
b. Send a detailed CV to vacancy@fact.org.zw highlighting the post.
Please ensure that both steps are carried out to complete the application process FACT is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate in terms of race, tribe, place of origin, political opinion, color, creed, gender, pregnancy, HIV/AIDS status or, subject to the Disabled Persons Act [Chapter 17:01].
-FACT does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

-Background checks will be done for successful candidate to ensure child safeguarding and protection in all our work. FACT commits itself to protecting children whom its staff, volunteers as well as outsiders may get into contact with.
The organization is mandated to serve the best interest of all children through protection from abuse, harm and exclusion, child participation and development in all its programs.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be notified