Coordinator - Health

OBAT Helpers is a nonprofit, nonpolitical and non-governmental development organization officially registered with the Ministry of Social Welfare and the NGO Affairs Bureau (NGOAB) operating across various locations in Bangladesh. The organization focuses on initiatives in education, WASH, health, empowerment, charity, and youth development. Since its inception, OBAT has provided aid to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) forgotten population residing in the camps in different parts of the country. Following the onset of the Rohingya crisis in 2017, OBAT extended its mission to provide assistance to Rohingya refugees. The organization's efforts not only support displaced communities but also extend services to impoverished segments of society, irrespective of their race, religion or ethnicity committed to provide quality services for underprivileged Men, Women, Children and elderly people. OBAT Helpers provides support across all stages of education from pre-primary through university, including post-graduate, to expand their lives and transform their futures. To implement different activities for the target beneficiaries, OBAT Helpers specially follows The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), spearheaded by the United Nations.

 

Job purpose:

The main responsibilities of the employee will be in accordance with the Job Description for this position and directly work under the supervision of the Executive Director closely liaising with Project Coordinator and Accounts and Admin Officer Ukhiya. He will be responsible for ensuring efficient and effective management of the OBAT Health Post, Coordination with Health Sector, Upazila Health department, CiC, etc, ensuring the implementation of Health activities in Host Communities etc.Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Health Program Management.

• Take charge of designing and implementing health programs that cater to the needs of the Rohingya refugee population.
• Work closely with your team to provide essential services like primary health care, maternal and child health, and disease prevention.
• Ensure Minimum Package of Essentials Health Services (MPEHS) are in place.

 Health Post Responsibilities.

• Make sure everything at the health post is running smoothly, with proper care and proper documentation of all activities.
• Ensure the health post runs smoothly every day, keeping everything from patient care to safety standards.
• Manage resources efficiently, ensuring medical supplies are always available and used effectively.
• Support daily OPD consultation.

 Team Management.

• Lead a team of health professionals, including doctors, nurses, and health educators, ensuring everyone performs their role effectively.
• Provide training and continuous support to keep the team updated on best practices and health care needs in the camp.
• Lead your health team, ensuring everyone communicates well and works together to achieve health program goals.
• Foster a supportive environment where everyone can contribute their skills and make a positive impact.

Data Collection and Reporting.

• Keep track of health data, analyzing trends in disease outbreaks and patient visits, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Submit timely health reports as prescribed to superiors, donors (OBAT USA), and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure medical records are handled with care, maintaining confidentiality and security.

Resource Management.

• Oversee, medicines, medical supplies and equipment, ensuring there's always enough in stock to meet needs.
• Work with procurement teams to manage resources efficiently and ensure health goals are met.
• Work closely with Accounts and Admin Officer to ensure supplies are available timely.

 Collaboration and Coordination.

• Coordinate with health sectors, local authorities, and NGOs to ensure a collaborative approach to healthcare.
• Facilitate meetings with key stakeholders to solve problems and improve service delivery.
• Represent OBAT Helpers to Government and I/NGOs.

Emergency Response.

• Take the lead in health emergencies, from disease outbreaks to urgent care, ensuring quick action is taken to minimize impact.
• Organize and participate in health drills to stay prepared for any emergencies. 

Advocacy and Awareness.

• Provide health education within the refugee camp, focusing on hygiene, disease prevention, vaccination, and mental health awareness.
• Engage community leaders and encourage everyone to actively participate in health programs.

 Monitoring and Evaluation.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of health programs regularly and suggest areas for improvement.
• Ensure all health activities meet the highest standards and follow humanitarian best practices.

Co-ordination.

• Work closely with both local and international health partners to ensure comprehensive health service delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with camp administration and service providers to strengthen collaboration.    

Financial Management.

• Support to management of the health program's budget preparation, Implementation and ensuring funds are spent efficiently.
• Keep track of financial resources, ensuring that everything is used effectively for health services.

Safeguarding at OBAT Helpers: Code of Conduct and its Associated Polities:

OBAT Helpers has an organizational Code of Conduct (CoC) with other associated policies; Protection from Sextual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), The Child Safeguarding Policy and The Anti-Trafficking in Person Policy, Money Laundering and Anti-Fraud Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of program participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of OBAT Helpers staff, consultant, visitors to the program and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with OBAT Helper’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with OBAT Helpers will be expected to sign the OBAT Helpers staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the OBAT Helpers Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the OBAT Helpers Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, OBAT is committed to the PSEA, Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles.

• Age At least 35 years

Candidates must possess direct experience managing health projects within Rohingya camp settings. A proven track record of effectively coordinating with various regulatory bodies and key stakeholders across the Rohingya humanitarian response is essential for navigating operational compliance and driving impactful project outcomes.

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS) in Medicine

• 5 to 10 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Festival Bonus: 1
One full gross as Eid Festival in a year (Before Eid- ul- Fitr)