CARE is a non-governmental, non-political, non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development assistance to those in need. CARE, as an International Confederation of 13 member organizations is one of the world’s largest private humanitarian organizations working in more than 90 plus, countries committed to helping communities in the developing world achieve lasting victories over poverty.

SUMARRY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:

• • Community health supervisor is overall responsible for planning, executing and reporting all CBHC activities as per project scope of work and Ministry of Public Health policies and maintain close working coordination of local communities with health facility.

• Assist HF in-charge for the establishment of HF and health post level community health shuras with active participation and involvement of local community elders.
• Conduct regular CHWs health posts visits and attend HF and HP level local coordination and monthly health committee meetings.
• Organize and facilitate CHWs trainings and conduct supportive supervision from all HP within HF catchment area with main focus on CHWs on the job training, receiving feedback from local communities/clients and reporting to HF.
• Prepare schedule for monthly health Shura meetings and ensure full and active participation of community elders.
• Support Health facility to organize services in terms of clients/patients flow control/screening.
• Maintain regular communication and establish close working coordination between community and health facility.
• Responsible to support community in finding and solving health problems.
• Assist HF staff in providing plans of community health programs in the health facility and the catchments areas.
• Conduct community awareness sessions as per Health Facility plan and IEC materials given by Health Facility In-charge/doctor on regular basis.
• Conduct regular health education sessions according to the health facility health education plan and organize public awareness sessions in target communities and HP level with active involvement of CHWs.
• Regular reporting to health facility regarding all CBHC activities and CHWs monthly performance.

To use and report Health committee information to monitor the health status and deliver the report to head of health facility.

The incumbent of the position is responsible for

Key relations 

• Reports to health facility In-Charge and field supervisor
• Coordinate with members of the basic health centre (BHC), and the Provision of Essential Life-Saving Healthcare Services to catchment are population as per CBHC policy and project scope of work.

Duty Locations Kandahar Province; 1 Shorabak    and 1 Kharez districts

Paktia Province: 1 Gardez and 1 Zazi Aryub district

1. Key Results Expected

• Coordination Established between Health Facility and community in the surrounding areas of the Health Facility
• Local community awareness level improved regarding the health care services available in the health facility.
• Community level referral of increased to Health Facility.
• Health promoted in the target areas of the health facility.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• • Uphold CARE’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.care-international.org/resources/care-international-safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

• Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct or sign a Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Safety and Security Responsibility:

We all have a responsibility to promote a safe and secure work environment, foster a safety and security culture, and ensure consistent application of, and compliance with, CARE Afghanistan safety and security policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Knowledge of health and hygiene education and infection prevention
• Able to listen well, accurately communicate ideas, and to work well in a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with a range of individuals and groups.
• Work enthusiastically and with patient
• Culturally flexible and respect the multi-cultural environment.

Skills and Experience:

Skills: 

• Previous working experience (at least one years in the communities mainly involved in health education, awareness, community mobilization and other social works).
• Excellent skills of problem-solving and decision making
• Strong communication skills
• Patient counselling and advice
• Willingness to work in COVID-19 situation but will be having PPE and IPC measurements provided.
• Good teamwork spirit
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Education: 

• Graduated from 12 grade at least, and higher education level will be preferred especially medical institute.

Work Experience:

• The Candidate must have at least one-year previous experience in the relevant field or similar working context.

Languages Skills:

• Fluency in spoken and written Dari and Pashtu is a requirement. English Language skills is a plus point.

Safeguarding

CARE places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse and of vulnerable adults and children, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation, harassment and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel

CARE Afghanistan  participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Afghanistan’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

• Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) to afg.vacancies@care.org.
• Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
• Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line (Community Health Supervisor CARE-AF-0948 Kandahar) otherwise your application will not be considered.
• Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
• The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
• People with Physical Disabilities and Women are highly encourage to apply.
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING POLICY (Available at: Safeguarding)
• CARE IS COMMITTED TO CODE OF CONDUCT (Available at: CARE Afg Code of Conduct (updated).pdf)

Afg.Vacancies@care.org