Malaria has historically been one of the leading causes of illness in Vanuatu. The whole population is considered at risk of infection. Since 2004, the Ministry of Health (MOH) has implemented an intensified program to control and eliminate malaria. This has seen confirmed cases fall from 74 per 1,000 population in 2003 to 9 per 1,000 in 2013, and 100% reduction in known malaria-related deaths. The MoH malaria program is delivered with funding support from The Global Fund and the Government of Australia.
From 2015 onwards there are 8 contract positions funded by The Global Fund and 11 contract positions funded by Australia. With the assistance of the Australian Initiative for the Control and Elimination of Malaria (AICEM), the MOH is now recruiting for the positions listed below
These are not permanent public servant positions. Successful candidates will be offered fixed-term fulltime contracts with the Ministry of Health subject to Vanuatu Public Service Commission terms and conditions. Contracts will be for an initial 6 months with the possibility of extension.
Location: Norsup Hospital, Northern Provincial Hospital, Sola Mini-Hospital.
Purpose: Diagnosis of malaria, identification of malaria species and counting blood parasite levels
Criteria: Must be WHO External Competency Assessment (ECA) level 3 or above with a minimum 1 year of practical experience in malaria microscopy.
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2. Malaria Microscopist Grade 2
Location: Northern Provincial Hospital.
Purpose: Diagnosis of malaria, identification of malaria species and counting blood parasite levels
Criteria: Must be WHO External Competency Assessment (ECA) level 3 or above, with a minimum 1 year of practical experience in malaria microscopy.
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3. Provincial Malaria Officers (6 positions)
Location: Lakatoro - Malakula, Lolowai - Ambae, Luganville - Santo, Port Vila - Efate, Lenakel - Tanna, Sola - Vanua Lava.
Purpose: Coordination of provincial malaria reporting and field activities.
Criteria: Experience with health information systems and surveillance.
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4. National Community Mobilisation Coordinator
Location: MoH HQ, Port Vila.
Purpose: Coordination of program advocacy, communication and social mobilisation activities
Criteria: Formal training in health promotion. Experience with health promotion, especially in a “grass roots” setting.
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5. National Finance Officer
Location: MoH HQ, Port Vila.
Purpose: Program financial management and financial reporting.
Criteria: Diploma level training in bookkeeping or accounting. Experience with donor reporting and with Government of Vanuatu financial systems.
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6. National Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Location: MoH HQ, Port Vila.
Purpose: Coordination of program external reporting and monitoring and evaluation.
Criteria: Formal training in health informatics. Experience with donor reporting and strong numeracy skills.
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7. National Malaria Information Officer
Location: MoH HQ, Port Vila.
Purpose: Coordination of program external reporting and monitoring and evaluation.
Criteria: Experience with health information systems or surveillance and effective communication skills.
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8. National Reference Malaria Microscopist
Location: Public Health Laboratory Services, Vila Central Hospital.
Purpose: National leadership for technical standards and quality assurance of malaria microscopy.
Criteria: Must be WHO External Competency Assessment (ECA) level 1 with a minimum 1 year practical experience in malaria microscopy.
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9. National Supply Chain Officer
Location: MoH HQ, Port Vila.
Purpose: Program procurement and logistics.
Criteria: Must have experience with procurement with experience with donor-funded procurement desirable.
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10. National Vector Control Officer
Location: MoH HQ, Port Vila.
Purpose: National-level coordination of malaria vector control activities.
Criteria: Formal training in management and effective communication skills. Experience with provincial logistics.
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11. Provincial Surveillance Officer (2 positions)
Location: Lenakel - Tanna, Sola - Vanua Lava.
Purpose: Coordination of provincial malaria surveillance and reporting.
Criteria: Experience with health information systems or surveillance and effective communication skills.
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How to Apply
Click the above links to download a full job description, then apply online through a link in the relevant Job Description. All applicants must fully address the assessment questions and upload their CV as part of the online application form.
Applications Close 15 March 2015
