Community Health Officer (CHO)
Quick answer
Trócaire is hiring a Community Health Officer (CHO) in Gedo, Somalia, to support integrated community health services. The role is local and requires a minimum of two years of professional experience in community health mobilisation projects.
- Role
- Community Health Officer (CHO)
- Organization
- Trócaire
- Location
- Gedo, Somalia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Trócaire is recruiting a Community Health Officer (CHO) to support integrated community health services in Gedo, Somalia. The role involves supervising and providing technical support to health workers, implementing school health activities, and ensuring effective referral pathways.
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
- Fluency in written, spoken English and Somali languages
- Knowledge of different working standards and ethics, including SPHERE
- Demonstrable experience in managing teams, supervising and training others
What you'll bring
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 not specified in the job description.
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, please 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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