CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Healthy Learners is continuing to grow and expand in Zambia and is seeking to recruit the services of qualified professional to fill the position of Program Mentors. The successful candidate will be based in Kabwe (3) and Solwezi (3).
Healthy Learners is an award-winning non-profit organization committed to improving the health of children in Zambia and beyond. We partner directly with the government and local communities in Zambia so that school children can stay healthy, learn effectively and have a brighter future. Healthy Learners is achieving this through our unique model of school-based community health by training teachers in community health care and making schools entry points into the public healthcare system. School going children now receive medical attention in substantially greater numbers, improving their health outcomes and reducing absenteeism. We currently serve 300,000 students across Lusaka, Choma, Kitwe and Ndola, and we are working with the Zambian government to scale nationally. www.healthylearners.com
POSITION: PROGRAM MENTORS – KABWE (3) AND SOLWEZI (3) : FULL TIME
The position will be reporting to Program Coordinator.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As we prepare to enter a new and exciting period of growth, we are looking for talented, self-driven, and dedicated Program Mentors for our site locations. The Program Mentors will be responsible for supporting implementation and monitoring of the school health program and to provide mentorship and technical support to implementing partners (e.g. classroom teachers, school administrators and health facility staff). The candidates should be passionate for the mission of Healthy Learners and have a great work ethic, high energy, excellent verbal communication skills and experience in clinical care. The job will require the successful candidate to spend the majority of his/her time in the field at partner schools.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor implementation of the school health programme and identify technical support needs
- Review data, reports and performance action plans for schools
- Observe the performance of school health teachers and provide technical support and mentorship on topics including, but not limited to, the following:
- Clinical assessments (including bedside manner and use of ThinkMD)
- Drug distribution
- Referrals
- Health Room management
- Health Education
- Implementation of the Buddy System
- Support school administrators, school health teachers and other classroom teachers to implement improvement strategies
- Provide one-to-one mentorship to school health teachers, encouraging those that are performing well and supporting those experiencing challenges.
- Prepare daily write-ups of site-visits to document key observations, recommendations made, and plans for follow-up
- Work with the Program Coordinator and Program Officers to develop a schedule of site visits and accompanying work plan
- Inform the program coordinator and/or responsible program officer of any challenges and advise if a meeting with the school administrator is necessary
- Recommend and complete follow-up visits to schools that require further mentorship
- Support monthly mentorship meetings and other programme activities for teachers, school admin and health facility staff as required
- Work with the Program’s department to provide technical support to school health mentors in order to strengthen their mentorship skills and understanding of the program
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCES
- Minimum Diploma in a clinical practice field (e.g. nursing, environmental health, public health)
- At least 2 years’ experience working in a clinical setting (e.g. clinic, hospital)
- Willingness to travel, & spend time in communities at different schools and program locations
- Possess driver’s license, a motorbike driver’s license or willingness to learn is a plus
- Strong consistent partner focus philosophy and able to relate well stakeholders
- High degree of humility and emotional intelligence
- Ability to convey a professional and positive attitude with a courteous and efficient manner.
- Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to clearly and effectively deliver feedback.
- Great interpersonal communication skills; including reporting, facilitation and conflict resolution skills, with ability to relate well with educators, health workers and members of the community
- Ability to explain issues and requirements in simple terms
- Well organized and consistent in setting priorities and meeting realistic deadlines
- Proven ability to work with limited supervision
- Effective time management and project management skills
- An interest in and the ability to mentor on health and other programme related matters
How to Apply: Send your detailed CV which includes three referees, qualification certificates and cover letter that states why you think you should be selected for this job, to; The People and Culture Manager, Lusaka, by clicking on this link below and complete the form.
Only applications sent via ClickUp shall be accepted.
Closing date: 23rd May 2022.
State in the subject line the position and town you are applying for, e.g. Program Mentor -Kabwe
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted due to the numerous applications.
