Assistant Lymphatic Filariasis (Ministry of Health and Medical Services)

The position assists in supporting lymphatic Filarisis activities, and to work towards the sustainable elimination of Lymphatic Filarisis

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following key responsibilities. Working with relevant staff and service providers, in accordance with legislative requirements:

1. Provide all logistic arrangements and support for the efficient delivery of LF activities.

2. Conduct surveys and assessments to assist towards the elimination of LF.

3. Conduct Data recording, verification and entry.

4. Assist with training and awareness for relevant personnel in program implementation.

5. Actively contribute to Ministry requirements, including planning, budgeting and corporate activities.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. At least 2 years work experience in a similar field.
2. 2. Some experience in surveys and field work
3. 3. Knowledge of data analyses and reporting

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively liaise with others.
2. 2. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and neutrality, in a sensitive environment
3. 3. Demonstrated ability to analyse and contribute to solutions to complex problems, in a resource constrained environment.
4. 4. Capacity to utilise computer programs to support the operations of the department
5. 5. Service oriented approach with a commitment to supporting the operational/corporate environment of the organization

Additional Information

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. All logistic arrangements are provided within agreed timeframes.

2. All survey and assessments are achieved, and meet the required targets.

3. All data entry information is accurate and entered within agreed timeframes.

4. Training and awareness sessions meet the required standards, and are delivered within agreed timeframes.

Contact Information

For any enquires please contact Ms Melaia Tamani on email melaia.tamani@health.gov.fj on telephone 3306177 ext 340229 / 340173