Job Description

General Position Summary

The DFS is a self-motivated and analytically capable individual who will be responsible for overall implementation of project activities in the assigned district in accordance with the TB program Guidelines.

Essential Job Functions

• To coordinate with District TB Coordinator, Regional Coordinator, District Lab Supervisor, Private Healthcare Facilities, Private Labs and other stakeholders for effective implementation of the TB-DOTS under PPM project.


• Responsible for carrying out district mapping exercise if required, in consultation with the district health department (Executive District Officer-Health (EDO-H)/District Health Officer (DHO)/ and District TB Coordinator (DTC) under guidance of the Regional Coordinator


• Timely submission of monthly work plan, monthly progress report, and quarterly TB Recording and reporting (R&R) tools, activity reports after endorsement from district health authorities


• Timely submission of monthly work calendar and ensure to follow the timelines


• To meet the assigned targets of TB cases registration and activities, also ensuring the quality of the work


• To conduct regular visits of selected Hospitals, private healthcare providers and labs to ensure proper recording of TB R&R tools, timely supply of anti TB drugs, labs reagents, chemical and registration of TB cases


• To understand the crucial importance of 100 percent contact screening for control of spread of TB, and do contact screening of the bacteriologically positive case on regular basis


• To support hospital staff in maintaining TB R&R tools and anti-TB drug stock


• To develop regular follow up mechanisms for the identification of TB suspects, MDR suspects and registration of new bacteriologically positive case


• Responsible for the implementation of the ACF activities in the field in close coordination of district health authorities and in support of the Regional Coordinator


• Responsible for maintaining chronological record (programmatic and financial) including activity photographs, minutes of meetings and field monitoring reports etc. of all the field activities at district level


• Responsible for submission of programmatic and financial records to regional office of all field activities on monthly basis in line with the Operational Guidelines


• Conduct him/herself professionally and personally in such a manner so as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and in no way jeopardize its humanitarian efforts


• To support and facilitate supervisory visits from the national, provincial and district level.


• To comply to Mercy Corps Policies for example Feld Procurement Policies and Procedure (FP3)


• Any other task or responsibility as assigned by the supervisor

Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

Accountability

• Accountable for following the MC Information & Communication Technology policy, Code of conduct and MC Conflict of interest policy.

Reports Directly To: Regional Coordinator

Works Directly With: DFSs, TB Screeners, Doctors and labs , Xpert Testing In-charge, Project Assistant, Data Management Officer and mobile van staff.

Knowledge and Experience

·       Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Public Health, Psychology, or a related field from a recognized university.

·       Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience health programs including community health work/engagement, or TB-related programs, preferably with an NGO/INGO or in a healthcare setting.

·       Understanding of TB, excellent communication, coordination and training skills, contact screening, and community-level outreach.

·       Familiarity with local health systems and the dynamics of working with private sector hospitals and communities.

·       Proven experience in documentation, record-keeping, and use of standard reporting formats.

·       Strong interpersonal and coordination skills to effectively liaise with district focal staff, health facilities, and community stakeholders.

·       Good written and verbal communication skills in Urdu and English; knowledge of regional/local languages is an asset.

·       Basic computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, and data entry tools.

·       Ability to conduct regular visit/travel within the community for outreach activities (contact tracing and participation in chest camps for screening of household contacts)

·       Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, follow procedures & directives, meet deadlines, and work independently as well as collaboratively in team settings.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we meet through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying for this role an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or trafficking policy. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete the mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline

(integrityhotline@mercycorps.org)

Success Factors

Excellent communication skills and prioritization skills will be extremely useful for this position. Ability to work under pressure, follow timelines, and prioritize tasks accordingly. Ability to communicate well within the team and with other departments. Ability to work with remote and diverse teams.

NOTE: 

• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.


• The management reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason.


• Preference will be given to local candidates.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and females, and transgender are strongly encouraged to apply. 

How to Apply: click the below link to apply for this job online; https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/6d4e8597-fa4e-4ef2-9c2c-5e0602922407/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=f786f455-8731-4acb-a4ce-f10906496089