Community Health Officer (CHO)
Quick answer
Trócaire Somalia is hiring a Community Health Officer (CHO) to support integrated community health services and school health activities in Gedo, Somalia, with a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Role
- Community Health Officer (CHO)
- Organization
- Trócaire
- Location
- Gedo, Somalia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Other
The role
Trócaire Somalia is recruiting a Community Health Officer (CHO) to support integrated community health services and school health activities in Gedo, Somalia.
What you'll do
- Supervise and provide technical and operational support to iCCM/iCCM+ supervisors and CHWs
- Support implementation of school health activities through mobile outreach teams
- Support the effective implementation of iCCM/iCCM+ services and primary and secondary health-care linkages
- Develop monthly implementation plans and activity schedules
- Establish and maintain functional referral pathways
- Coordinate the implementation of community-based, facility-based, and outreach activities
What it takes
- University degree or higher qualification in Community Health or nursing/medical background
- Minimum two-year professional experience in implementing and supervising community health mobilisation projects
- Proven track record in crafting community mobilisation, sensitisation, and awareness-raising activities
- Training and capacity-building skills
- Fluency in written, spoken English and Somali languages
- Knowledge of different working standards and ethics, including SPHERE
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive salary and benefits package
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Gedo, Somalia, with regular travels to Trocaire operational districts.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is competitive and includes benefits, but specific details are not provided.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a university degree or higher qualification in Community Health, nursing/medical background, and at least two years of professional experience in community health mobilisation projects.
How do I apply?
To apply, send a copy of your CV and covering letter through the link on Workable: https://apply.workable.com/trocaire/j/3408362AC4.
How to apply
Apply directly on Trócaire's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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