Health Advisor

As soon as possible. Full time, from 12 to 24 months, 6 to 12 months will also be possible.

The Health Advisor provides technical advice and support to field management and the health staff, working as an important member of a diverse team who are committed to serve the world’s most vulnerable with practical and compassionate care. They develop, lead, monitor, and evaluate the health aspects of country programme. They also coordinate and network at a senior level with national and regional health authorities, actively participating in health sector coordination and supporting the development of quality standards and protocols to improve the overall response. The Health Advisor leads on all health elements of proposals and reports, development of strategy, providing capacity building for national and international staff, promoting best practice in the health programmes, and contributing to overall management of country programme.

Health Project Technical Oversight

• Maintain an overview of country health programmes and of regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and/or surrounding areas, and proactively plan for responsible exit when appropriate.
• Define appropriate policies, guidelines and protocols for health-related aspects of Medair’s work in country, in consultation with GSO advisors, field managers, and in line with relevant government, Sphere and WHO guidelines.
• Provide technical support to the health teams in all project sites, including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects, and the writing of donor proposals and reports within the required timeframes.
• Carry out regular monitoring visits in conjunction with other field managers, ensuring that project objectives are met within the stated timeframes and in accordance with recognised international standards.
• Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for health data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners and other agencies.
• Develop the country sector strategy in collaboration with the Senior Health and Nutrition Advisor.
• Work closely with Shelter and MHPSS/protection technical staff and other sectors as needed.

Representation

• Develop and maintain relationships with Ministry of Health, UN, NGOs, donors, partners and other stakeholders, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships.
• Accompany donors on field trips, as requested, and ensure programme details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner.
• Represent Medair, as appropriate, at national health cluster/sector, coordination, sector and bilateral meetings, working groups, with national and/or local government departments and any other relevant meetings or events, facilitating supportive synergies and overall progress in the health sector and avoiding duplication with the work of other agencies (e.g. NGOs, UN, etc).

Staff management

• Be involved in the recruitment of health staff for the country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested.
• Ensure that all health staff are adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring and coaching, within budget constraints.
• Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of health staff, particularly regarding technical skills.

Financial Management

• Ensure the health project expenditures are in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under/overspending and recommending appropriate corrective action.

Quality Management

• Ensure health projects are implemented in line with donor proposals/requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards e.g. Sphere and HAP standards, WHO recommendations, etc. Follow direction of Senior Health and Nutrition Advisor at GSO regarding quality, strategy and technical guidelines
• Attend Medair’s annual health and nutrition workshop, as well as periodic online meetings, with GSO advisors to keep up to date on recommendations and guidelines for Medair health and nutrition programming.

Staff Health

• The health advisor has overall responsibility for staff health/occupational health procedures and compliance, and the development of procedures in-country.

Delegated Responsibilities

• Development of and adherence to the in-country health policy, strategy and guidelines in consultation with other relevant field managers and GSO staff.
• Oversight of the technical aspects of the health projects, including recommendations for health staff objectives, training, promotion and disciplinary action.
• Take the lead in health aspects of external relations in the country with authorities and government ministries, UN agencies, partner NGOs and donors, in consultation with the Country Director.

Team Spiritual Life

• Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external
• Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of
• Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair’s international prayer