JSI is a public health organization dedicated to improving the health of people and communities in more than 70 countries. Almost 40 years of global experience supports and informs JSI’s work in Ethiopia. Since 1994, JSI has worked in partnership with the government and local civil society organizations to support the Ethiopian government’s health and development priorities.
JSI is working in all regions across Ethiopia, in urban as well as rural areas—though most projects reach the largest population groups by focusing on the four most populous regions. Operationally, JSI has the integrity of strong management systems, combined with the flexibility of a decentralized structure that meets clients’ and partners’ needs.
Position: Community Engagement Specialist
Education: Master’s degree in health fields, Social Science, or related field with training and/or experience related to community engagement and empowerment
Experience: More than five years of demonstrated technical and programmatic experience on community engagement and empowerment
- Familiarity and demonstrated experience with Ethiopian Primary Health Care system including the Community Health Program, community engagement
- Proven experience in the provision of technical support and capacity building Community-level experience in facilitating trainings and workshops is highly desirable
- Demonstrated experiences on capacity development of NSAs/CSOs
- Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and writing skills
- Able to promote team work and effort.
- Experience of working with local governments and civil society organizations, and senior level government officials is desired.
- Excellent English writing and communications skills required, fluency in local language is an advantage
- Computer literacy
- Able to work with minimum supervision.
Location: Bahir Dar, Addis Ababa, Sodo, Semera, Jimma, Semera, Jimma, Dessie,
Deadline: July 20th 2024
How to Apply:
Interested applicants who met the minimum requirements should send and apply at this link:- Apply Here . please submit your application letter with your CV in English detailing your experience and skills that are relevant to the post.
Please do not attach copies of your transcripts, academic degrees or recommendation letters with the application. You will provide them upon request.