Country Office: Ethiopia
Work Base: Metekel Zone, Benishangul-Gumuz Region.
Availability: As Soon As Possible
Required Number: 02
Contract Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension
Female Candidates are Highly Encouraged to Apply
About Premier Urgency International
Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and non-religious international aid organization. Our teams are committed to supporting civilians’ victims of marginalization and exclusion, or hit by natural disasters, wars and economic collapses, by answering their fundamental needs. Our aim is to provide emergency relief to uprooted people in order to help them recover their dignity and regain self-sufficiency.
PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.
Following the north Ethiopia conflict which erupted in 2020 and the reports of recurrent drought which is affecting the life and livelihood of millions in different regions of Ethiopia, PUI decided to contribute its part to address the humanitarian needs triggered by both manmade and natural disasters. PUI has been registered with FDRE Authority for Civil Society Organization (ACSO) since June 22, 2022, to enable the organization to operate legally in the country.
Since then, PUI has been providing humanitarian assistance in Afar, Benishangul Gumuz and Amhara Regional’s addressing the needs of population affected by both manmade and natural disasters. The organization has been exploring the potential gaps in terms of humanitarian assistance in the regions where it is currently intervening and other regions.
The current projects in the Afar, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Amhara regions mainly focus on improving access to health and nutrition services for populations affected by conflict and drought. PUI is working in close collaboration with local health authorities to support the revitalization of conflict-affected health systems in these regions.
In the Metekel Zone of Benishangul-Gumuz Region, PUI is implementing humanitarian assistance programs in Debatie, Bullen, and Dangur woredas. In the Afar Region, PUI is supporting nutrition services in Abala town, Abala rural woreda, Berhale, and Dallol woredas of the Kilbati Rasu Zone. In the Amhara Region, PUI is working in Mota, East Gojjam Zone.
PUI is expanding its scope of operations in the regions where it is currently active. Part of this strategy includes its plan to reach out to more woredas in Metekel zone of BGRS including Bullen and Dangur woredas and Mandura in addition to Debatie woreda.
For this purpose, PUI is actively recruiting new staff in various disciplines of Health for the ECHO Top UP funded project in Different Woredas of Metekel Zone, BGRS
The Health and Nutrition Officer is responsible for the effective, qualitative and efficient implementation of all health activities in the health facility supported by PUI by providing technical support for MOH staff and supervision of the PUI technical team in the health facility. Under the direct supervision of Health and Nutrition Program Manager, the health facility supervisor plans, supervises and ensure execution of all the health and nutrition activities. S/he ensures that the staff follows Ethiopia MOH guidelines and universal standards to ensure quality and continuity of care.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Mentor the Health Workers at the Health Facilities in the Intervention Area.
Identifies training needs, reports them to the health project manager, and participates in the development of modules and provides training courses
Assess the needs of supplies in terms of drugs, consumables and medical equipment.
Prepare and carry out training and retraining for health care personnel.
To ensure formative supervision sessions in the. These supervisions concern the entire minimum activity package, as part of a fixed strategy.
Collect and analyze the health indicators and provide feedback on this data.
Make sure that all PUI supported departments of the health facilities have necessary supplies to perfom their task
Work closely with health project manager to ensure timely request of supplies for the health facilities
Follow up and ensure propoer use of national and/or international standards and protocols by facility staff
In collaboration with the MOH facility in-charge to ensure/set up effective patient flow system
Provide orientation on data collection tools for the health staff and ensure their supply regularily
In collaboration with MOH facility in-charge, advise,organize patient referrals when necessary
Compile and submit the data from each department to the health project manager in a weekly base
Planning and Organization of Activities
Ensure the follow-up of the activity schedule in collaboration with his line supervisor;
Participate in weekly meetings and adapt the activity schedule to possible changes in context.
Participate in the development and implementation of any medical activity that is part of the PUI program or in response to an unforeseen situation.
Represent the Organization to Partners
To present the project and ensure the link with the various local partners.
Ensure a good relationship between the team and the target population.
Collaborate with other actors working in the different under supervision.
Elaborate the reports necessary for the project: supervision report, monthly reports etc....
Other Tasks
Participate in PUI project team meetings and strategic thinking.
Participate in meetings organized by PUI.
Contribute to the safety monitoring of the zone by reporting to his/her line supervisor any safety related constraints.
The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are not exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project needs.
OUR COMMITMENTS
Première Urgence Internationale sees diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, profiles and statuses among its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian action and therefore compels itself to the strict observance of the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.
Première Urgence Internationale applies a policy of zero tolerance towards exploitation, sexual abuse and mistreatment, in all its forms, of women, children and all other vulnerable persons. It engages all its staff to promote, disseminate and respect the principles set out in its ethical charter.
Please note that Première Urgence Internationale shall not in any case request a financial contribution for administrative costs related to recruitment. Any such information would be fraudulent, please disregard it.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications and Professional Experience
Degree in Public Health officer, Nursing, or other Health science studies
Public Health with clinical experience
Similar experience of 3 years or above
Experience in humanitarian experience 2 years or above.
Working experience in Metekel zone of BGR
Required knowledge & skills:
Language:
Amharic and English
Any other local language
Expected personal characteristics:
Commitment to the NGO values and principles
Strong motivation to help people in need
Good communication skills, diplomacy and solution-oriented attitude
Curiosity and interest in the organization's activities
Good ability to manage deadlines in emergency response contexts (stress resistance)
Honesty, integrity
Adaptability, flexibility
Autonomy, sense of initiative and anticipation
Punctuality
How To Apply
If you are interested in the position of Health and Nutrition Officer, please strictly follow the instructions below.
Step 1: Fill out the application form at the following THIS LINK
Step 2: After successfully completing the form, submit the following documents via THIS LINK:
A non-returnable CV
A cover letter clearly stating your motivation
Three professional references
Note : Don't Forget to Merge all the Necessary Files in one PDF Format
Subject line must read: " HEALTH AND NUTRITION OFFICER"
Applications that do not follow this two-step process will not be considered.
Deadline: Wednesday December 10, 2025
NB: Only short-listed applicants will be, communicated on and selection process includes technical test and an interview.
