Job Description
Clinical Officer – 4 Positions at Medical Teams International – Tanzania
| Department | Programs | Work Team: Programs | ||
| Reports to | Direct: Medical Officer | Technical: NA | ||
| Location | Nyarugusu, Nduta – Kigoma | |||
| Work Days & Hours | Monday-Sunday, 40-48 hours/week as per duty roster. May include weekends, night shifts and public holidays Choose an item. | |||
| Travel Required: | Up to 10% | Deployable: | No | |
| Supervises | Direct: NA | Technical: NA | ||
| Job Band Assignment: | Job Band: B2 | Salary Grade: | ||
| Date Last Reviewed: | 20/07/2023 | |||
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MTI Calling
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes.
JOB SUMMARY
Organizing and ensuring medical consultations to the target population providing treatment to patients within the scope of medical competencies and referring them when appropriate and controls the rational distribution of medicine and attends to emergency cases in the health facility.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensuring the implementation and standardization of Medical Teams clinical policies, tools, and hygiene protocols in order to minimize clinical risks and to guarantee the quality of patient care management. Promoting and maintaining confidentiality regarding all patient cases and records.
- Implementing diagnosis, prescription and prevention procedures that fall under the scope of his/her competencies applying medical knowledge, asking appropriate questions to patients and following protocols in force as well as using laboratory services, when necessary, in order to ensure a correct implementation of the medical treatments and to refer patients when appropriate.
- Participating in the planning and supervision, in close coordination with other supervisors, the HR processes (sizing, staff shifts, recruitment, training, evaluation, development and communication) of the team in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required, improve people triage capabilities, their motivation and commitment and their active participation in teaching the targeted population on therapeutic and preventive protocols.
- Ensuring that all staff using medical devices are qualified and trained. Ensuring cleaning and minor maintenance tasks are performed according to the protocols. Reporting any malfunction to the project biomedical service. List item
- In cases of emergency, carrying out first aid care and treatment according to protocols in order to reduce mortality rates.
- Recording in the individual patient’s card and registration books, all performed medical activities (drugs prescribed, lab results, vaccination status, epidemiological activity, doses, etc.) keeping data traceability in order to ensure patients treatment continuity.
- Participating in data collection and reporting when required
- Knowing and implementing Patient Therapeutic Education (PTE), i.e. keeping contact with all patients, providing them information regarding their health state and responding to their questions.
- Knowing and promoting the proper application of Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Kit and Sexually Gender Based Violence (SGBV) protocol.
- Inform patient and their family about the illness and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow; verify understanding to ensure informed consent and adherence to treatment.
- Participate in community mobilization and sensitization on curative and preventative health services.
- Ensure general hygiene standards and universal precautions are followed at all times and implement and monitor actions to reduce bio-hazard risks and improve infection control.
- Ensure ongoing training of the medical/paramedical multidisciplinary team in order to optimize the quality of care.
- Ensure that medical decisions are made with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct.
- Ensure direct reports have clear objectives, receive mentorship and participate in capacity building opportunities.
- Conduct performance evaluations and enforce disciplinary process as per MTI policy.
- Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine
- Registration with Tanganyika Medical Council is required
- Valid practising license is required
EXPERIENCE
- 2 years of clinical medicine experience is required
- Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV and AIDS and communicable diseases
- Knowledge of professional clinical medicine principles, procedures and techniques
- Knowledge of medicines, hygiene protocol and IPC measures
SKILLS
- Skilled in applying clinical medicine principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of patients
- Skilled in prescribing correct medication
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A good command of both written and spoken English
ABILITIES
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct
- Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice
- Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first
- Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
- Ability to be flexible and manage stress
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
- Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer.
- Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself.
- Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder
- Occasionally move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50kgs.
- Seldom to occasionally positions self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
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Application Procedure:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter, CV, in either PDF or word only, including three work related referee to: recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org
- Indicate your expected salary, current/previous salary, and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line “Clinical Officer”
- Application Deadline: 22/07/2024 at 1700HRS. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. This position is open for 7 days only.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Medical Teams is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
- Warning: Beware that Medical Teams does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing application, or any other fee). Medical Teams does not request any information related to bank accounts. If asked of any payment, please contact recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
Job Description
Assistant Laboratory Technician – 1 Position at Medical Teams International – Tanzania
| Department | Programs | Work Team: Programs | ||
| Reports to | Direct: Medical Laboratory Technician | Technical: NA | ||
| Location | Nduta – Kigoma. | |||
| Work Days & Hours | Monday-Sunday, 40-48 hours/week as per duty roster. May include weekends, night shifts and public holidays | |||
| Travel Required: | Up to 10% | Deployable: | No | |
| Supervises | Direct: NA | Technical: NA | ||
| Job Band Assignment: | Job Band: C1 | Salary Grade: | ||
| Date Last Reviewed: | 20/07/2023 | |||
MTI Calling
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes.
JOB SUMMARY
In support of the Medical Laboratory Technician, performs routine laboratory investigations for patients. Ensure security and hygiene measures are respected at all times.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general oversight of the Medical Laboratory Technician:
- Collect samples, including performing phlebotomy and conducting home visits to patients unable to travel to health facility, and conduct routine laboratory investigations for patients.
- Interpret laboratory results, communicate findings to doctors and clinicians and file reports while ensuring confidentiality.
- Process specimens to be sent to outside laboratories and do follow up.
- Maintain quality control of specimen samples.
- Ensure hygiene and sterilization criteria, including universal precautions, are met; manage waste as per good laboratory practices.
- Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
- Monitor the consumption of supplies and equipment required for laboratory activities and notify supervisor of re-stocking needs.
- Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct.
- Ensure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology is required.
- Health Laboratory Technologists’ Council of Tanzania Valid practicing license is required.
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role is required.
- Experience working with an international NGO is an added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Basic knowledge of laboratory practices
- Basic knowledge of how to operate standard laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol
SKILLS
- Skilled in performing routine laboratory investigations and interpreting results.
- Good communication skills, with good command of written and spoken English.
- Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
ABILITIES
- Analytical with attention to detail
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and test results.
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
- Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer.
- Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself.
- Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder.
- Occasionally move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50kgs.
- Seldom to occasionally positions self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
Read Also:
Application Procedure:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter, CV, in either PDF or word only, including three work related referee to: recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
- Indicate your expected salary, current/previous salary, and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line ”Assistant Laboratory Technician”
- Application Deadline: 22/07/2024 at 1700HRS. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. This position is open for 7 days only.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Medical Teams is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
- Warning: Beware that Medical Teams does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing application, or any other fee). Medical Teams does not request any information related to bank accounts. If asked of any payment, please contact recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
Job Description
Nurse Midwife – 7 Positions at Medical Teams International – Tanzania
| Department | Programs | Work Team: Programs | ||
| Reports to | Direct: Medical Officer | Technical: NA | ||
| Location | Nyarugusu, Nduta – Kigoma | |||
| Work Days & Hours | Monday-Sunday, 40-48 hours/week as per duty roster. May include weekends, night shifts and public holidays Choose an item. | |||
| Travel Required: | Up to 10% | Deployable: | No | |
| Supervises | Direct: NA | Technical: NA | ||
| Job Band Assignment: | Job Band: B3 | Salary Grade: | ||
| Date Last Reviewed: | 20/07/2023 | |||
MTI Calling
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes.
JOB SUMMARY
Provide obstetrical care to pregnant women and their babies, doing follow up before, during and after delivery, according to MTI obstetrical and reproductive health protocols, universal hygienic and new-born caring standards and under the supervision of a specialist doctor, in order to ensure their health conditions and avoid post-delivery complications.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide comprehensive maternal and child services to mothers during and after pregnancy, including managing complications and referring high risk pregnancies.
- Responsible for delivering babies, preparing birth attestation and monitoring the general health condition of the mother and the new-born.
- Assessing the feasibility for referral of pregnant women form the Traditional Birthing Attendant (TBA) to the OPD/MCH for medical evaluation and/or complicated deliveries.
- Provide counselling to mothers on pregnancy and post-pregnancy management, including proper breastfeeding techniques, bathing and preparation of bottles.
- Participate in Primary Healthcare activities including health education, family planning, preparing for childbirth, HCT services and nutrition programs, as well as Prevention of Mother to child transmission activities at the health facility and within the community.
- Provide primary care to women of reproductive age in accordance with the Basic Package of Health Services.
- Provide all non-surgical methods of family planning and provide counselling for surgical methods.
- Ensure babies are immunized according to schedule.
- Support Doctors and Clinicians in the management of sexual violence cases.
- Monitor the consumption of drugs and equipment required for maternity activities and notify supervisor of re-stocking needs.
- Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning.
- Ensure hygiene and sterilization criteria, including universal precautions, are met.
- Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Codes of Conduct.
- Ensure data collected is accurate and submit reports according to schedule.
- Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Minimum Diploma in Midwifery from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Midwifery is an added advantage.
- Valid practising license is required.
EXPERIENCE
- 2 years of midwifery experience is required.
- Experience working with international NGOs is an added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of professional midwifery principles, procedures and techniques.
- Knowledge of medical and non-medical waste disposal procedures.
- Knowledge of hygiene management and IPC protocol.
SKILLS
- Skilled in applying professional midwifery care principles and procedures in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A good command of both written and spoken English.
ABILITIES
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to professional code of conduct.
- Ability to treat all patients and staff with respect, without prejudice.
- Ability to provide high quality, ethical, compassionate care that places the needs of the patient first.
- Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy.
- Ability to be flexible and manage stress.
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
- Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer.
- Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself.
- Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder
- Occasionally move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50kgs.
- Seldom to occasionally positions self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
Read Also:
Application Procedure:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter, CV, in either PDF or word only, including three work related referee to: recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org
- Indicate your expected salary, current/previous salary, and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line ”Nurse Midwife”
- Application Deadline: 22/07/2024 at 1700HRS. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. This position is open for 7 days only.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Medical Teams is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
Warning: Beware that Medical Teams does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing application, or any other fee). Medical Teams does not request any information related to bank accounts. If asked of any payment, please contact recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
Assistant Pharmaceutical Technician – 2 Positions at Medical Teams International – Tanzania
| Department | Programs | Work Team: Programs | ||
| Reports to | Direct: Pharmaceutical Technician | Technical: NA | ||
| Location | Nyarugusu, Nduta – Kigoma. | |||
| Work Days & Hours | Monday-Sunday, 40-48 hours/week as per duty roster. May include weekends, night shifts and public holidays | |||
| Travel Required: | Choose an item. Up to 10% | Deployable: | No | |
| Supervises | Direct: NA | Technical: NA | ||
| Job Band Assignment: | Job Band:C1 | Salary Grade: | ||
| Date Last Reviewed: | 21/07/2023 | |||
MTI Calling
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes.
JOB SUMMARY
Assist Pharmaceutical Technician to provide an accurate, timely, and qualitative dispensing service of drugs according to medical prescriptions and Medical Teams International’s protocols, standards, and procedures in order to improve the patient’s health conditions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Dispense medication to patients according to medical prescription, ensuring the medication is labeled with the correct drug name, strength, quantity, expiry date, directions for use and additional required information and providing clear instructions and advice on how to take the drug, when, how long, how to store, possible side-effects and any other relevant warnings. Making sure the patient understands in order to ensure correct treatment.
- Adhere to Medical Teams International’s practice policies and procedures for dispensing medicines, in particular those relating to controlled drugs and ensuring respect of confidentiality in dispensing.
- Complete reconciliation of stock orders from the facility store to the dispensing units. Maintain accurate dispensing records and regularly reporting them to his/her technical reference. Ensuring returned and out-of-date medication is safely removed to a well designated quarantine zone for unwanted pharmaceuticals, separated from the normal stock.
- Organize and clean the dispensing area, ensuring cleanliness and care in handling medicines to avoid contamination and mix-up. Maintaining dispensary equipment, ensuring it is clean, accurate and in a good state of repair.
- Maintain the integrity and security of the dispensary by admitting only authorized personnel and ensuring that all medicines are stored as appropriate. Reporting immediately to the technical reference on any problem arising in the service (especially loss, theft, quality problems with medicines (abnormal changes in colour, consistency, and odour) damage of medical equipment or medicines).
- Carry outpatient Therapeutic Education (PTE) and interact with patient using a patient-based approach to accompany chronic disease (HIV, TB, etc.) patients along their visits. Receiving patients, informing about treatment and adherence, giving appointment for the next drug delivery. Informing the medical doctor in case of lack of adherence and identifying the reasons and finding solutions to improve adherence.
- Understanding, recording and informing on any complaint received from patients related to medicine use or side effects.
- Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Certificate in Pharmaceutical Science is required.
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science is an added advantage.
- Enlisted with Pharmacy Council of Tanzania
- Valid practicing license is required.
- Additional qualifications in Inventory Management is an added advantage
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role is required.
- Experience working with an international NGO is an added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of good dispensing practices and inventory management
SKILLS
- Skilled in developing and conducting trainings.
- Good communication skills, with good command of written and spoken English.
- Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and stand.
ABILITIES
- Analytical with attention to detail
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and test results.
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
- Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer.
- Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself.
- Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder
- Occasionally move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50kgs.
- Seldom to occasionally positions self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot.
Read Also:
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
Application Procedure:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter, CV, in either PDF or word only, including three work related referee to: recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org
- Indicate your expected salary, current/previous salary, and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line ”Assistant Pharmaceutical Technician”
- Application Deadline: 22/07/2024 at 1700HRS. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. This position is open for 7 days only.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Medical Teams is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
- Warning: Beware that Medical Teams does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing application, or any other fee). Medical Teams does not request any information related to bank accounts. If asked of any payment, please contact recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
Job Description
IT Officer – 1 Position at Medical Teams International – Tanzania
| Department | Operations | Work Team: IT | ||
| Reports to | Direct: Operations Director | Technical: HQ – IS Manager | ||
| Location | Kasulu – Kigoma | |||
| Work Days & Hours | Monday-Friday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidays | |||
| Travel Required: | Up to 25% | Deployable: | Yes | |
| Supervises | Direct: NA | Technical: NA | ||
| Job Band Assignment: | Job Band: 4 | Salary Grade: | ||
| Date Last Reviewed: | 19/07/2023 | |||
MTI Calling
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes.
JOB SUMMARY
The IT Officer is responsible for the delivery of consistent, information systems to support MTI’s programs within Tanzania. The IT Officer works closely with the Headquarters IT team in planning, budgeting, implementation and management of IT services. This position supports the IT needs of all Tanzania offices and staff and identifies, develops, implements and supports cost-effective technology to facilitate the services provided by Medical Teams.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure consistent user support to all staff, including identifying and mentoring field office staff in each location to assist in troubleshooting IT issues.
- Serve as project manager for all IT projects, collaborating with management and Headquarters staff to identify technology needs and ensure solutions meet program requirements.
- Steward IT materials and assets, ensuring assets are issued and returned in line with Medical Teams policies
- Manage and coordinate the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, upgrade, and support of all user systems, including computers, operating systems, hardware, software, peripherals and voice services.
- Act as focal point to connectivity service providers and ensure stable connection levels are maintained in all locations.
- Supervise, plan and provide network security.
- Ensure valid software licensing for end-user systems and services and plan for renewals and new purchases, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements on all Medical Teams user systems.
- Conduct site visits and surveys to identify user needs, write technical evaluations, conduct vendor price comparisons and develop proposals for IT assets; coordinate with Headquarters IS department and Procurement Officer to budget and procure new and replacement equipment.
- Track IT budget and advise management on budget related matters.
- Support field operations staff in the identification and deployment of health information systems (HIS) ensuring appropriate access control and the security of staff and patient information.
- Assess staff training needs and implement training and mentorship in effective use of Medical Teams information systems, collaboration tools and storage repositories.
- Manage airtime and data subscriptions and disseminate to staff according to Medical Teams policies and procedures.
- Contribute to increased adoption of Medical Teams standard IT systems through promotion and training of staff in policies, procedures and systems.
- Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents wil remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Business Information Systems or equivalent required.
- Microsoft Professional Certification or other certification preferred.
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 4 years of experience providing technical support in busy environment, experience in systems administration, information security and providing training to end users.
- Experience working with INGOs is an added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Strong knowledge of networking, ERP and HIS systems, desktop operating systems, server management and VoIP
- Strong knowledge of wireless technologies
- Strong knowledge of information security policies and procedures
- Strong knowledge of troubleshooting techniques
SKILLS
- Skilled in troubleshooting IT issues
- Skilled in identifying IT needs and managing the IT budget.
- Expertise in WLAN developments
- Expert user of database systems (ERP, HIS)
- Skilled in developing and conducting training for staff on IT matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to explain technical processes in everyday terms.
- Ability to communicate in English and Swahili, written and spoken.
ABILITIES
- Ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of staff and patient information.
- Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in resolving urgent IT issues.
- Ability to support Medical Teams Calling and adhere to the Medical Teams Code of Conduct
- Ability to remain professional in adverse and cross-cultural situations.
- Ability to independently plan, organize and follow through on plans and tasks.
- Detail oriented with an ability to maintain accurate records.
- Strong knowledge of telephony, networking, desktop operating systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to operate well in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to work flexible schedule and weekends as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
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Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
- Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer.
- Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself.
- Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder
- Occasionally move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50kgs.
- Seldom to occasionally positions self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
Application Procedure:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter, CV, in either PDF or word only, including three work related referee to: recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org
- Indicate your expected salary, current/previous salary, and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line ”IT Officer”
- Application Deadline: 22/07/2024 at 1700HRS. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. This position is open for 7 days only.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Medical Teams is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
Warning: Beware that Medical Teams does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing application, or any other fee). Medical Teams does not request any information related to bank accounts. If asked of any payment, please contact recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
Job Description
Human Resource Officer – 1 Position at Medical Teams International – Tanzania
| Department | Operations | Work Team: HR & Administration | ||
| Reports to | Direct: HR & Administration Manager | Technical: NA | ||
| Location | Kasulu – Kigoma | |||
| Work Days & Hours | Monday-Friday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidays | |||
| Travel Required: | Up to 25% | Deployable: | Yes | |
| Supervises | Direct:
HR Admin, Admin Assistant, Referral Assistant |
Technical: NA | ||
| Job Band Assignment: | Job Band: | Salary Grade: | ||
| Date Last Reviewed: | 22/07/2023 | |||
MTI Calling
Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates’ eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for providing HR support to management on talent management within the Tanzania program on recruitment, Inductions, contract management, starter process and performance management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment
- Support managers in plan and enforcing guidelines and criteria for personnel recruitment, interview, and selection as per Medical Teams recruitment processes and in compliance with local regulations.
- Support the recruitment processes including, placing adverts, dealing with responses and correspondence; ensuring prompt long listing and short-listing; facilitating the interviewing process and taking part in the interviews, as may be required.
- Promptly take up reference checks, initiate pre-employment processes, obtained responses and advised the respective managers.
- Prepared contracts and contracts renewals, and keep management informed of important dates in staff contracts eg end of contract dates, review dates, etc).
- Developed and maintained a recruitment database.
- Ensured that all vacancy bulletins are widely circulated among program teams.
Coordinate Onboarding process
- Ensure that all new staff complete the relevant and necessary paperwork required for on boarding and that induction schedules are prepared in good time and all preparatory procedures for starters are completed such as issuance of staff ID’s.
- Liaise with HR Officer Payroll and benefits to ensure that new staff are enrolment in relevant staff benefit schemes and they are included in Payroll.
- Facilitate onboarding processes to ensure all new staff are informed of MTI policies and benefits, job duties and equipped with the tools to perform their
- Ensure new staff are informed of and adhere to MTI Code of Conduct, PSEA policy and other HR policies and procedures by providing trainings, access to print materials and responding to
Contract Management
- Monitor contract expirations and coordinate with respective supervisors on extensions or terminations.
- Coordinate the employee exit process when an employee terminates, including exit interview, coordination of final pay and communication with finance personnel.
- Ensure visitors are appropriately managed, as assigned, including providing orientation, connecting to field staff, and maintaining regular contact to advise on issues.
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Performance Management
- Works with team leaders to ensure that annual performance review systems and processes are carried out effectively and timely in line with Medical Teams procedures.
- Responsible for monitoring of Probationary/Review Periods, performance End of Contracts issues; and handling exit processes.
- Collaborate with Country Office leadership to ensure managers at all levels of the organization are equipped with the knowledge and skillset to effectively manage their teams, including planning for staff development opportunities and conducting performance appraisals; advise on escalated personnel issues.
- Working closely with the HR and Admin Manger, support supervisors in resolving employee issues related to performance management including managing poor performance.
- Provide supportive supervision to direct reports, including workplan development, coaching and mentoring and close monitoring of delivery of their set goals.
Learning and Development
- Identify training needs for staff from Performance Management review processes.
- Work closely with the HR and Admin Manager to identify and maintained a database of training providers and provided information to program teams.
- Co-ordinated internal and external learning and development programs.
- Maintained a database of training programs; and made periodic updates on progress to management.
Other Duties
- Participate in Job evaluation Committee.
- Any other duties assigned.
- Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents will remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology or equivalent is required.
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 4 years of HR generalist experience required.
- Experience working with INGOs is an added
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of HR functions including pay & benefits, recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, and staff development.
- Basic knowledge of Tanzania labour laws
- Basic knowledge of ERP database system
SKILLS
- Skilled in using ERP or Human Resource database systems to manage staff
- Skilled in coaching managers and capacity building
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Skilled in developing and conducting
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
ABILITIES
- Ability to prioritize tasks to meet
- Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and
- Ability to communicate in English and Swahili, spoken and written.
- Ability to be honest and foster an atmosphere of trust and
- Ability to hold staff accountable to work responsibilities, MTI protocol and ethical
- Ability to maintain detailed records with high
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive
- Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
- Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical instruments, materials, computer.
- Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey and express oneself.
- Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder
- Occasionally move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50kgs.
- Seldom to occasionally positions self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor vehicle or on foot.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee may be required to travel to remote areas of the world where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.
Application Procedure:
- All interested applicants who meet the criteria should email their application letter, CV, in either PDF or word only, including three work related referee to: recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org
- Indicate your expected salary, current/previous salary, and notice period at the bottom of your CV.
- Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line ”Human Resource Officer”
- Application Deadline: 22/07/2024 at 1700HRS. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview. This position is open for 7 days only.
- Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Medical Teams is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
Warning: Beware that Medical Teams does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing application, or any other fee). Medical Teams does not request any information related to bank accounts. If asked of any payment, please contact recruitmenttz@medicalteams.org.
