Health Program and Promotion Officer - Tenders Global

Health Program and Promotion Officer

United Nations Children's Fund

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The PNG National Health Plan, National Immunization and ACSM strategy and UNICEF new Country Programme (2024-2028) aim to strengthen basic, quality social services and building public trust and use of the services in maternal and newborn health, immunization and nutrition.
Scope Of Work/objectives:
Under the direct supervision and functional guidance of the PHA Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Public Health and with the technical guidance of UNICEF SBC and Health Section,
the HPO will undertake key tasks as part of the terms of reference below:
  • Support planning & coordination of ACSM and community engagement  
  • Capacity building in ACSM and demand generation.
  • Advocacy, networking, and partnership building.
  • Support vaccine and cold chain management.
  • Microplanning, monitoring and supportive supervision.  
  • Emergency preparedness and response activities.
  • Innovation, documentation, and knowledge management.
As a champion for every child, qualifications are:
  • Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields is required: social and behavioral science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education, communication, public relations, public or environmental health or another relevant technical field.
  • A minimum of one year of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: health promotion, community mobilization, social development programme planning, communication for development, public advocacy, journalism or another related area.
  • Relevant experience in NGO, Civil Society Organizations or development programmes is considered as an asset
  • Fluency in English and Tok Pisin is required. Knowledge of another local language of the duty station is considered as an asset. b. Other necessary/desirable skills/qualifications.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills – Willingness to travel and work in field environments c. Other requirements.

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