VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: FIELD OFFICER
In its efforts to ensure the provision of quality health services, MDCHC wishes to recruit a Field Officer for its water project, based in Embangweni.
Position Details
| Job Title | Field Officer |
| Reporting To | Project Officer |
| Location | Embangweni |
| Duration | One-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. |
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate field operations for the water project.
- Conduct regular field visits to verify the quality and accuracy of data collected by the programme team.
- Gather and document quality evidence of programme implementation activities.
- Implement and monitor programme activities, reporting results and anomalies observed in the field.
- Support the programmes team in organizing and executing field activities.
- Build and maintain good working relationships with local communities, stakeholders, and
- Hold regular meetings with community members to understand their needs.
- Develop monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual action plans for key health-related activities.
- Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure the sustainability of the project.
- Maintain regular consultation and liaison with development partners and stakeholders at community and district level.
- Provide technical assistance, capacity building, and supervision to partners and beneficiaries in community-based delivery.
- Monitor progress of project activities at community and district level and measure milestones towards project outcomes.
- Mobilize local communities to fully participate in project activities.
- Compile and submit timely, accurate periodic reports to the Project Officer.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience as a Field Officer or in a similar role on community-based WASH or water projects.
- Demonstrated experience in community mobilization and capacity building.
Knowledge of WASH infrastructure (e.g., boreholes, piped systems) is an added advantage. - Strong understanding of data collection methods, with proficiency in MS Office and basic data analysis.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and report-writing skills, with the ability to work across different teams and multi-task.
- Willingness to work in remote rural communities, including harsh field conditions, with limited supervision.
- A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Catholic values and principles.
