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Zambia Red Cross Society (ZRCS)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Organization

The Zambia Red Cross Society (ZRCS) is a Humanitarian Organization established
in 1966 by an Act of Parliament CAP 307 of the laws of Zambia as an auxiliary
institution that augments government efforts in humanitarian assistance. ZRCS
is part of the International Red Cross movement known as International
Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). In line with
its mandate, ZRCS works with various actors in collaboration with Government
of Zambia in responding to both man-made and natural disasters. In order to
strengthen coordination and management of its Health and Care Unit, ZRCS
hereby invites applications from dynamic, qualified and experienced
individuals in related field to take up a positions of Health and Care Manager

POSITION Health and Care MANAGER

REPORTING TO Assistant Secretary General

WORKPLACE & CONDITIONS – Based in Lusaka at ZRCS HQ Offices but oversee all
the project under the unit

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

> 2-years fixed Contract with possibility for extension contingent on satisfactory performance and funding

EXPECTED DATE OF DEPLOYMENT March 2021

JOB SUMMARY

The role of the Health and Care Manager (HCM) is to plan, direct and control
the activities of the Health and Care Department. The job holder will be
rresponsible for the overall technical support and management of health and
care programs (WASH, HIV/AIDS and HEALTH) consistent with the ZRCS’ and
related country strategic plans. He/she will be responsible for monitoring
evolving humanitarian situation in the country and consider strategic and
immediate responses through development of proposals and plan of action,
overseeing project implementation to ensure satisfactory results. Represent
ZRCS in health coordination meetings at country and international level.
Liaise and coordinate with line ministries in project implementation

The Health and Care Manager will, in collaboration with the DM Manager,
implement the ZRCS emergency preparedness program, including strategies to
reduce risks from known and emerging epidemics, and improve the community’s
and ZRCS’s ability to respond effectively to health disasters. The HCM will be
expected to apply best practices for program management, designing and
following project implementation plans, ensuring financial compliance, proper
budget management & oversight, effective monitoring and evaluation systems,
and timely complete reporting and analysis. The HCM will be key in building
and strengthening existing partnerships both with internal and external
partners.

REQUIREMENTS

> Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Project Management combined with Health Sciences is required. A Masters’ Degree in Public Health or Social Science will be an added advantage.
> Minimum of a combined 5 years’ hands on professional experience in managing or coordinating health and social related programmes is a must.
> Additional PMER qualification and experience is desirable
> Excellent skills in coordination and partner relationship building with other agencies and organizations
> Strong project management background with good organizational and coordination skills.
> Experience in humanitarian sector and good understanding of government system will be an added advantage.
> Experience in financial management including budget preparation and control

DESIRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

> Excellent planning and coordination skills
> Good budgetary and financial skills
> Ability to work under pressure and managing multiple, competing priorities
> Excellent communication –verbal and writing skills
> Good skills in proposal development and reporting
> Ability to work in a divergent environment including other National Societies
> Flexibility and ability to learn new ideas and adopt them in Health programming
> Ability to lead and manage a team
> Proficient in computer skills

To apply, please click the apply button below.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS CLOSES ON 8TH February 2021 AT 1700HRS AND NO LATE
SUBMISSIONS SHALL BE ACCEPTED.

ZAMBIA RED CROSS SOCIETY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply please visit [ ee.humanitarianresponse.info
](https//ee.humanitarianresponse.info/x/QBYBOG20) .

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