Terms of Reference Public Health Assistant
Position: Public Health Assistant (PHA)
Location: Bajura district at Rural/Municipality Level
Application Deadline: May 31, 2020
Probation Period: 3 months
Duration of Contract: One year with the possibility of extension
Gross Salary: NRs. 28,941 per month (Gross)
Background:
PeaceWin is going to implement Health Rights Improvement Project in Tribenu Municipality,
Badimalika Municipality, Budhiganga Municipality, Gaumul Rural Municipality and
Chhededaha Rural Municipality of Bajura district under the funding of KOICA and GNI Nepal.
The major aim of this project is advancing right to health of adolescent girls through improved
MHM environment from 2020 to 2022.
Scope of Work
PHA is responsible for implementation of MHM project funded by GNI Nepal. The PHA will be based in assigned Rural/ Municipality, Bajura District with frequent travels to the working locations.
Job Description
Major Duties and Responsibility
A. Planning
Collect district/village Rural/ Municipality/ Ward level specific data and information on
MHM
Micro planning of trainings, orientations and campaigns
Assist in feasibility study of infra activities
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B. Implementation
Collect supportive documents required for activity approval
Conduct/ facilitate trainings and orientations
Keep record of project activities
C. Co-ordination
Coordinate with key informants in the communities to establish early rapport and
assist to provide overall orientation of the project.
Conduct coordination meetings with health facility, rural /municipalities, S-WASH-CC,
School Management Committees (SMCs) and other stakeholders for effective
implementation of activities.
D. Reporting
Report as per prescribed forms and format on regular (weekly, monthly, semi-annual
and annual) basis.
Compile experiences, lessons learnt, best practices and success stories from the
working communities and report to admin finance assistant (AFA)
E. General
Perform other duties and responsibilities as instructed by supervisor.
Qualification and Desired Expertise
Education
Bachelor in Public health/ Sociology/ Anthropology, Health education, Staff Nurse/ Health
Assistant or related field
Experience
One-year experience in relevant field.
In-depth knowledge of community health.
Experience in social mobilization.
NOTES:
Locals, especially women and members of ethnic or marginalized communities are
encouraged to apply for this position 2
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered and only shortlisted
candidates will be notified for the interview
Canvassing at any stage of the recruitment process shall lead to automatic disqualification
of the candidate.
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