Bulawayo, Harare, Mash East, Mash West, Manicaland, Masvingo, Mat North, Midlands: FHI 360

Deadline: 5 February 2021

About FHI 360

FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Project summary

The Project is a 5-year USAID-funded Integrated Maternal, New-born, Child Health and Family Planning (MNCH-FP) cooperative agreement whose overall goal is improved maternal, youth and child health and survival in beneficiary communities and populations. The geographic focus is the seven districts of Manicaland Province, focusing on activities to increase the demand for and supply of integrated, quality MNCH-FP services as well as delivery of FP services through outreach in 8 provinces. This project will provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) in Manicaland Province for MNCH and direct service delivery for FP through outreach services.

Position summary

The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the provision of family planning outreach services. Under the supervision of the Family Planning Outreach Team Leader s/he will be responsible for setup of the outreach site and working spaces and maintaining the work environment free from any harm which may endanger the lives of the clients and or other staff members.

Duties and responsibilities

Responsible for cleaning the procedure rooms and assisting the nurse during procedures, sets up the equipment and stations at the outreach point and dissembling the same after the outreach session. Maintains order at the outreach point. Cleans the instruments after use and ensures that the team has sterile packs always to ensure infection control practices. Measurement and recording of vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff and reports all abnormal observations. Documents actions by completing forms and records. Ensures proper management of clean and soiled linens. Ensures safe disposal of all medical waste to meet environmental management standards. Listening to the clients concerns and reporting any issues to the nurse/team leader. Responsible for restocking of medical and care supplies in preparation of outreach visits. Performs routine tasks under the supervision of the nurses.

Qualifications and experience

Must be in possession of a Red cross Nurse Aide certificate. At least 1year relevant working experience. 3 Ordinary level passes.