Purpose of the post 

The Project Officer is responsible for planning, implementation and monitoring of the MDM-Ge reproductive health related intervention in the assigned Health Center 

the Project Officer reports to the General Coordinator. 

Main Responsibilities  

The Project Health Officer coordinates SRH nutrition and WASH services with other actors and the incumbent is also responsible for ensuring adherence to the implementation of program activities according to nationally accepted standards. The Project Health Officer will directly manage the Logistics Administration Finance(LAF) Assistant , Midwife, Nurse in Koloji Health center, he/she will also work collaboratively with Coordination Office. The Project Health Officer will report to General Coordinator based in Addis Abeba. 

Priority tasks & responsibilities 

Program Planning Implementation 

• In consultation with the General Coordinator, ensure that program main stakeholders (Woreda health department, Health Centre head and staff, communities, and beneficiaries) understand the project objectives and participate actively in its implementation 

• Closely work with the HC head and maternity unit team lead and ensure adequate Technical Assistance for SRH services is provided by project midwife.  

• Ensure health care standards and protocols are met, national health policies and strategies are respected for SRH services at the health center. 

• Support in multi-sectoral/health assessments in coordination with other external health agencies, ensuring assessment findings, survey reports are documented and provide feedback and ensure quality and timely reports are submitted 

• Conduct regular supervision, field visits to implementation sites and community activities and provide the feedback 

• Identify key stakeholders for their participation in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project. 

• Assesses and updates information for the project implementations with participation of staffs and stakeholders.    

• Makes feasible action plan in line with annual plan of the project and findings from ongoing assessment based on organizational mission, policies and available resources and needs of the community. 

• Design culturally appropriate SRH/FP awareness campaigns 

• Follow up for the achievement of the results and targets indicated in project documents 

 Coordinate the implementation of project activities   

• Work in integration with the logistic team in relation to transport, procurements and delivery to the field site. 

• Work with the Warehouse Assistant for timely request and procurement of medical commodities and supplies. 

• Facilitates for the timely provision of available medicines and other materials to the project. 

• Ensures that implementations are according to the organisation’s policies and procedures.  

• Participate in local, woreda and zonal meetings and structures within the organisation as required and agreed with the direct supervisor 

Build and manage a strong project team 

• Ensures workers best contribution for the project goal through effective performance management system.  

• Assesses and identifies staff/volunteer training and development needs and address them based on objectives of the project and available resources.    

• Promotes efficient leadership through a culture of transparency and accountability taken by staffs on tracking the project goal.  

Financial management and administration of the project 

• Ensures that the organisation’s financial resources are used modestly and efficiently. 

• Work closely with the General coordinator in management of the grant budget 

• Raise PRs as required after discussion with colleagues. 

• Track expenditure monthly and report appropriately 

• Follows financial and administrative procedures to be in accordance with the project plan and policies of the organization. 

Builds a strong network of partner organizations and local and Zonal authorities as well 

• Develops and maintain trust and good relationship between MdMGe and its partners by working in collaboration with the respective sector institutions, collaborating agencies, volunteer workers and communities in the project area. 

• Acts as a liaison person between the Zonal, Woreda, Health facilities and MdMGe. 

• Explores and coordinate their input towards the project goal. 

Explores best mechanisms and make ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the project 

• Puts in place effective monitoring and evaluation plan and system, on the basis of the international systems requirements, as a basis for ongoing monitoring, self-evaluation and external impact evaluation. These tools shall facilitate both quantitative and qualitative evaluation, using participatory approaches.  

• Provides stakeholders with regular up-dates on project activities and results, including regular written reports on a monthly/quarterly basis as required.   

Follows security in project area and act accordingly together with concerned body 

• Update information on security situation in project area 

• Report the situations to supervisors and concerned body. 

Ensures best documentation for the project activities 

• Ensures standard activity registration books and formats are in place. 

• Follows proper registration and documentation of health service activities are implemented. 

• Documents and shares good practices and lessons learned with colleagues to support organisational learning. 

Hierarchical & Functional links 

The Project Health Officer is responsible for planning, implementation, and monitoring of the MdMGE Reproductive Health related interventions in the assigned Health Center. The Project Health Officer reports to the General Coordinator and will based in Koloji IDP Camp Somali region.  

 Staff Management 

• The Project Health Officer will be responsible for the management and supervision of the midwife, Nurse and LAF Assistant  

• He/ She will ensure that staff performance evaluation is conducted on time and in a standard quality manner that contributes to the staff development plan. 

• Ensure that MdM HR policies and guidelines are respected by the team (leaves, appraisals, code of conduct etc.) 

• Supervise and mentor staff under your direct management, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, providing regular and timely performance feedback, and providing performance reviews. 

• Report any HR issues to the Project Manager. 

• Identify training needs, provide regular/on-job training and follow up. 

• Hold regular program team meetings and information sharing through a consultative leadership style and a transparent, honest, and supportive communication structure. Personal specifications 

• Ability to work under pressure, long work hours and frequent travel. 

• Excellent communication skills-verbal and written ones. Communication in English is a key requirement. Knowledge of Somali language is an advantage. 

• Self-motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual. 

• Ability to work as part of a team as well as to work autonomously when required. 

• Ability to constructively address gaps and weaknesses. 

Job Requirements

Degree in Public Health Officer/BSc Nursing, Preferable of MPH  

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant working experience (including minimum three years at Project Health officer level and above) in the field 

• Excellent reporting skills 

• Good communication skills 

• Understanding and experience of programming and advocacy in the humanitarian and development sector, and on SRH nutrition and WASH  

• Working knowledge of community mobilization and capacity building techniques  

• Demonstrable experience of partnership management and delivering capacity building activities, particularly those targeting national NGOs and Government institutions. 

• Commitment to MDM-Ge equal opportunity and gender policies 

• Knowledge of and commitment to humanitarian principles (NGO / Red cross code of conduct) and with Sphere humanitarian charter and minimum standards 

• Experience of working with local partners and local contractors including local authorities 

• A highly motivated, self-starter, able to work equally well in isolation or as part of a team 

• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines in changing situations 

• Experience of working effectively within a international agency (I/NGOs); 

• High level of computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) 

In addition to these generic requirements, depending on the projects, we seek people who: 

• Can perform technical training with local staff. 

• Have a strategic view and can anticipate possible emergencies, epidemics, etc 

LANGUAGES: 

• Should be fluent in English and Somali 

How To Apply

• please submit: a two-page curriculum vitae; three work-related references; 

• a one-page cover letter explaining how your skills and experience match the job requirements stated above.

• copy of certificate/License (if applicable).

• If possible, please send all the above in one document – MS Word or PDF. Also, write the job title and your name in the subject line and 

• Apply Through Ethiojobs.net. Deadline for submission: 27 June 2026

• Ärzte Der Welt strongly encourages female candidates to apply!

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Job Requirements The role requires a degree in Public Health or Nursing (MPH preferred) and five years of relevant experience, including three at senior project officer level. Responsibilities include program planning, implementation oversight, staff supervision, financial management, partnership building, and monitoring & evaluation. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below