Public Health Officer

About the Organization

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is an indigenous, non-governmental, non-profit, secular, and legally registered Ethiopian Civil Society Organization (Registration No. 2330). PAD is committed to promoting a just, compassionate, and inclusive society where all people can thrive. Guided by optimism, integrity, kindness, excellence, and impactful action, PAD provides effective humanitarian and development support to communities in need.

Job Summary

The Health Officer will plan, implement, and monitor the mobile health and nutrition project in targeted woredas. The Health Officer will work as a key member of the Mobile Health and Nutrition Team (MHNT), providing essential primary healthcare services in line with the Ethiopian Primary Health Care (EPHC) Clinical Guidelines and national protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver essential primary health care services in hard-to-reach and conflict-affected areas through mobile outreach.
• Conduct clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of common illnesses using standard EPHC guidelines.
• Provide maternal, newborn, and child health services including ANC, PNC, immunization support, and family planning.
• Ensure active nutrition screening for children under five and pregnant/lactating women, and link cases to appropriate care (OTP/SC/IYCF).
• Support health education sessions on hygiene, nutrition, communicable disease prevention, and maternal/child care practices.
• Manage common disease outbreaks and public health threats in collaboration with woreda health offices.
• Ensure quality referral of complicated medical, maternal, or nutrition cases to nearby static health facilities.
• Document patient care using MoH-approved registers and tools and ensure accurate data collection and timely reporting.
• Work closely with other MHNT members (nurse, midwife, MHPSS officers) to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Conduct on-the-job mentoring and supportive supervision to HEWs and community nutrition volunteers during outreach.
• Ensure rational use of medicines and monitor stock levels of essential drugs and medical supplies.
• Uphold principles of client confidentiality, medical ethics, and professionalism in service delivery.
• Coordinate with local health authorities and stakeholders to strengthen linkages with the existing health system.
• Support the development of referral pathways and maintain active coordination with zonal/woreda health facilities.
• Participate in rapid health and nutrition assessments and contribute to emergency response planning.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports, capturing both service delivery data and narrative progress updates.
• Maintain respectful and culturally sensitive interactions with beneficiaries and community leaders.
• Participate in MHNT planning meetings, reviews, and coordination forums at woreda and zonal levels.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor to ensure the quality and continuity of MHNT services.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Officer, or Medicine from a recognized institution with a valid professional License.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in primary healthcare, nutrition, or emergency response programs.
• Experience working in humanitarian contexts, mobile clinics, or hard-to-reach areas is highly desirable. Prior experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings, especially with MHNTs, is an asset.
• Number required: 2
• Duty Station: Position 2 requires one person for each location in Sekota and Raya Kobo, Amhara Regional State, with frequent travel to IDP sites.
• Language: Proficiency in English and the local language(s) of the region is required.
• Employment Type: Contractual, project-based position subject to project funding and duration

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Clinical Service Delivery
• Proficient in providing integrated clinical care at primary level as per the Ethiopian Primary Health Care Clinical Guidelines (EPHC), including:
• Management of common illnesses (malaria, pneumonia, diarrhea, etc.)
• Maternal and child health services (ANC, PNC, family planning)
• Communicable disease detection and management
• Emergency and trauma care
• Skilled in screening and management of acute malnutrition using national CMAM protocols.
• Ability to support IYCF counseling, including breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices.
• Adherence to National Protocols
• Demonstrated experience applying MOH-standardized tools and protocols, including EPHC guidelines, ICCM, IMNCI, and TB/HIV management guides.
• Data Use and Documentation
• Ability to document and report patient data using HMIS and standard registers.
• Basic competency in using electronic data tools (Kobo, ODK) for mobile data collection.
• Ability to assess and respond to outbreaks and other public health emergencies within mobile/outreach settings.
• Experience working with community platforms (HEWs, HDAs, CNVs) for demand creation and referral linkage.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills within multi-disciplinary teams (MHNT nurse, midwife, MHPSS, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with woreda health offices and partners.
• Willingness to work in remote, underserved, and mobile outreach settings, often with challenging logistics.
• Physically fit and emotionally resilient to operate in difficult humanitarian contexts.
• Fluency in English (oral and written) required.
• Knowledge of the local language is an asset.
• Prior experience in an NGO.

Other Considerations:

• Willingness to travel frequently to field locations, including remote areas.
• Commitment to upholding humanitarian values and the organization's mission.
• Ability to work effectively in a mobile team setting with flexibility and cultural sensitivity.

Competencies:

• Action facilitations
• Communications
• Ethics & Values
• Teamwork
• Behavioral Flexibility
• Client Orientation
• Initiative
• Interpersonal Relations
• Reasonable Judgment

Equal Employment Opportunity

PAD promotes fairness, equity, and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, or other personal status.

Hiring decisions are made solely based on skills, experience, and suitability for the role. PAD is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment where all staff can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally.

Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

PAD maintains zero tolerance for abuse, harassment, exploitation, or misuse of power. All staff, volunteers, and partners are expected to follow PAD's policies and uphold our values at all times. All successful candidates will undergo background checks and must adhere to PAD's code of conduct and safeguarding principles.

Recruitment Flexibility

PAD reserves the right to:

1. Recruit more than the required candidates from this announcement.
2. Keep qualified applicants in our database for future similar roles.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud

If you encounter any misconduct, fraud, or corruption related to PAD's recruitment process or operations, please report immediately via:

• Email: safeguarding@padethiopia.org
• Link: https://one-pad.org/guest_new/public_add_issue
• Toll-free Hotline: 9135

PAD treats all reports confidentially and takes them seriously, ensuring appropriate action is taken.

Required Skills

• Experience in humanitarian or community-based settings is an asset

Desired Skills

• Health Officer
• Clinical Nursing, Public Health, Psychology

How to Apply

Application Process

Candidates interested in the position should submit:

• CV with relevant documents (education certificates, experience, etc.). All documents must be combined into a single file.
• Motivation/Cover Letter – including current salary and salary expectations is recommended.

Submission Instructions

• All applications should be only Email: job@padethiopia.org
• Applications must specify only one Woreda. Applications mentioning multiple locations or missing clear site details may not be considered.

Selection Process

• Only selected candidates will be contacted.
• Fair and transparent evaluation based on qualifications, experience, and competencies, and written and interview exam results.
• Hiring decisions aligned with PAD's values of equity, integrity, and professionalism.
• Applicants who do not follow the procedures will be disqualified immediately.
• This job description provides a general overview and may change based on organizational needs.

Contact for additional Information

• Email: job@padethiopia.org
• Website: www.padethiopia.org
• Phone: 094877677 or 0936342656

PAD is committed to upholding zero-tolerance policies against all forms of abuse and exploitation while actively protecting the rights and well-being of individuals.