KINERJA Project, a local governance program funded by USAID focusing on
providing service delivery in the areas education, health and economic
services is currently looking for Local Governance Health Specialist
according to the scope of work below.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to apujiastuti@kinerja.or.id not later than February 24, 2013 indicating the reference subject. All candidates are requested to specify their availability date in the application letter. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Duration of Project: Anticipated dates—February, 2013 to February 28, 2015
Position: Local Governance Health Specialist
Duty Station: Mimika, Papua
Objective:
Kinerja Papua (KP) is seeking experienced candidates for Local Governance Health Specialist (LGHS) positions to support an anticipated USAID health governance activity in Mimika - Papua, Indonesia. The program contributes to the improved delivery of public health services (especially related to tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and maternal and child health) in Mimika by strengthening health sector management and good governance, including increased participation, accountability, and access to information.
Summary of Responsibilities:
The LGHS is a member of the provincial team for KP, under direct supervision of the Provincial Coordinator (PC) and under the overall supervision of Kinerja Health Specialist and Deputy Chief of Party. The LGHS work with other members of the Kinerja Team and with Kinerja Intermediary Organizations in providing technical assistance to the local government for the health sector within urban and rural areas, where assigned within Papua province.
LGHS for Local Government
The LGHS will provide technical assistance to the health stakeholders in the district where she/he is assigned to improve public service delivery for health. The LGHS will provide technical inputs and management assistance to the health SKPD at the district level and to local health service delivery units at the sub-district level. He/she will assist training participants with the implementation of the health management training program action plans developed as part of the program and provide ongoing mentoring as needed.
Desired Skills:
- Minimum bachelor's degree in health or related field;
- In-depth knowledge of public health issues in Papua specifically related to MNCH, TB, and HIV/AIDS
- Understanding of laws and regulations related to delivery of health services in the Papuan context ;
- Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance to government and/or community stakeholders on health issues
- Understanding of governance principles and approaches effective in increasing citizen engagement in health service delivery and increased understanding of health rights
- Broad understanding of the local cultural and religious issues affecting delivery of health services and how to mobilize public support
- High degree of adaptability to varied working environments and good interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Experience in working with local governments, NGOs, and CSOs;
- Experience implementing a USAID project, or other donor project in Indonesia with similar duties or scope of work;
- Good command of English and Indonesian communication skills;
- Good computer skills, including Internet and e-mail.
Required Responsibilities:
The specific duties and activities of the LGHS are to be implemented under the direct supervision of the Provincial Coordinator and overall supervision of the DCOP and include the following:
The specific duties and activities of the LGHS are to be implemented under the direct supervision of the Provincial Coordinator and overall supervision of the DCOP and include the following:
- Function as the main focal point at the district and sub-district level for technical support and mentoring for local government and community stakeholders
- Ensure KP supported interventions are properly aligned with local government plans and budgets for health programs
- Ensure KP supported interventions are responsive to community needs and in-line with ongoing community mobilization efforts
- Maintain good working relationships with the local government officials and community leaders.
- Encourage the districts to improve public service delivery, including the strategy for its sustainability, supported by the available resources and policy in the districts.
- Provide input for materials to be published as best/good practices or innovations
- Collect health data required for the Kinerja Monitoring & Evaluation activities at the district level
- Prepare regular progress reports on delivery of technical assistance and coordination with local health stakeholders.
- Carry out other related duties as required.
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