Public Health Officer

Major duties: 

The Public Health Officer will play a critical role in safeguarding the health and well-being of the refugee population in camps. Moreover, he/she will work to provide primary healthcare services, manage health programs, and promote disease prevention within the camp setting.

Working under the direct supervision of the Health and Nutrition Coordinator, he/she will participate in public health initiatives, strengthen health systems, and ensure the delivery of essential public health services within the camp.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide primary healthcare services, including diagnosing and treating common illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions.
   
• Deliver essential preventive healthcare services, including childhood immunizations, prenatal care, and family planning counseling.
   
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to identify public health priorities within the refugee camp.
   
• Develop, implement, and monitor effective public health programs focusing on areas like communicable diseases, maternal and child health, nutrition, sanitation, and hygiene promotion.
   
• Participate in disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, and implementation of appropriate control measures.
   
• Manage and analyze health data to identify trends, monitor program effectiveness, and inform decision-making.
   
• Develop and deliver health education sessions for the refugee community to promote healthy behaviors and disease prevention.
   
• Contribute to the development and implementation of health education programs promoting healthy behaviors and disease prevention.
   
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare providers, including nurses, midwives, and community health workers.
   
• Participate in ongoing training opportunities to stay updated on best practices in refugee health care.
   
• Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for technical and line managers. 
   
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
   

Required Number: Two (2)

Salary: As per the organization scale

Reports to: Health and Nutrition Coordinator

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field.
   
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in health and nutrition program implementation, preferably in humanitarian settings.
   
• Experience working in UNHCR-funded and refugee health programs is preferred.
   
• Strong knowledge of health service delivery in refugee camps and emergency response settings.
   
• Excellent data management, monitoring, and reporting skills.
   
• Ability to work in remote and challenging environments with minimal supervision.
   
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with experience in stakeholder coordination.
   
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and health information management systems.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates shall fill out this form https://forms.gle/nicdZDE6bg41tFr39  and submit their motivation letter along with their non-returnable updated resume as a Merged PDF file through recruitment@devforpeace.org until March 23, 2025

Note: Use “Public Health Officer “as the subject line of application Letter!

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply! 

DPO is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages all candidates to apply to join the organization, regardless of gender, nationality, religious/ethnic heritage, or disability.

DPO has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, authority abuse, and discrimination. DPO follows the principles of UN Child Protection. As a result, all shortlisted candidates will be subjected to thorough reference and background checks, as well as being expected to conform to these standards and principles.