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Nafasi Ya Kazi :- Harm Reduction Program Manager At Medecins Du Monde January 2025


Job type: Full-time

  1. Hierarchical Relationship:

The CUTTS Program Manager will report directly to the Harm Reduction Coordinator responsible for the ACTOR-HR (Advocacy, Coordination, Technical assistance and Operational Research in Harm Reduction) department.

  1. Global objective of the position:

The CUTTS Program Manager will play a vital role in managing the projects implemented by MdM in Tanzania under the thematic area harm reduction for people who inject /use drugs (PWID and PWUD). The harm reduction program manager will be responsible to manage the study team dedicated to the ongoing research project CUTTS (Catalyzed the update of underutilized tools for hepatitis C) and any other harm reduction projects that we will have in the future as relevant and required. This position will require close collaboration with community-based organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), management and healthcare providers from public health facilities, district and regional level health departments/ disease control programs, administrative departments and law enforcement organizations /departments. This position will ensure continuous communication and coordination with stakeholders for smooth operation of the activities.

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  • Task and Responsibilities 

The main role of the CUTTS Program Manager is

  • To plan and manage the implementation of the harm reduction programme, translating the intervention strategy into activities
  • To evaluate and adapt the harm reduction programme in accordance with its logical framework and guidelines (MDM, donors)
  • To lead and manage a team, building cohesion and motivation
  • Plan, organise and monitor resources (logistics, finance, HR) in collaboration with logistics and administration departments
  • Contribute to the development of the intervention strategy, make proposals for adjustments
  • Evaluate and implement corrective actions
  • Develop a network in collaboration with the Harm Reduction Coordinator and the General Coordinator. Identify and evaluate the partners of the project.

CUTTS Project 

Work closely with the study coordinator and the PI.

Job opportunities

  • Assists the Harm Reduction Coordinator in timely and quality implementation of the CUTTS Hepatitis C research project i.e. manages specifically all activities taking place in the community, and the relations with the local implementing partners in this project.
  • Collaborate closely with the Study Coordinator in development of learning plan for the field team on the study protocols and ensure implementation of the plan
  • Take initiative to propose any refresher training on the client recruitment, referral and follow up of the study participants
  • Closely monitor the performance of the implementing partners (CSOs and referral hospital/study site for LADB and HCV/Model of care) and raise the concern as relevant to the coordination team
  • Organize regular weekly meetings with the study team to gather feedback on challenges, take actions as relevant and further report as necessary
  • Facilitate regular meetings with the implementing partners especially the sub-granted CSOs

Monitoring, evaluation and reporting

Work closely with MEAL officer;

Job opportunities

  • Monitor data collection in REDCap for CUTTS project (with the support of Study Coordinator)
  • Ensure MEAL framework is in place with timely data collection
  • Monitor the quality of data, analyse and monitor indicators
  • Support MEAL officer in compilation of data and reporting
  • Initiate and organize regular program review meetings as relevant
  • Organize regular supportive supervision as relevant
  • Analyse activity reports from MdM and/or partner teams
  • Contribute to different activity reports such as SITREP, donor reports etc
  • Prepares comprehensive reports detailing findings, recommendations, and best practices to inform program planning and decision-making.
  • Contribute to the work of capitalisation, needs analysis and impact studies

Communication and Advocacy

  • Manage information flows (internal and external) and communication about the programme.
  • Participate in advocacy related activities
  • Organize regular coordination meetings with CSO partners /CUTTS
  • Support Harm Reduction Coordinator in organizing coordination /stakeholder meetings with key stakeholders such as NASCHOP, Regional Medical Officers, Mental Health Coordinator etc. to keep updating the progress of CUTTS and other projects as relevant and required

Team Management 

  • Manages the study team; i.e. outreach workers (who on their turn supervise several peer educators) and study nurses
  • Facilitates effective communication and collaboration within the team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
  • Monitors team performance and productivity and address any issues or challenges that may arise; has minimum two appraisal interviews with each team member per year
  • Supports the professional development of team members through regular feedback, coaching, and training opportunities.

Financial and logistics management

  • Monitor the programme budget (with the support of finance /admin team) and contribute to the construction of the budget
  • Support the team in preparing mission request and facilitate the communication with logistic team
  • Coordinate all the logistics needs (transport etc) of the team in coordination with the Admin / LogCo.

Others

  • Represent MdM in different stakeholders meeting and other activities in Rwanda as relevant following requests of the Harm Reduction Coordinator and the General Coordinator
  • Represent the organization in relevant community meetings, coalitions, and networks in Rwanda focused on addressing the holistic needs of KP following requests of the Harm Reduction Coordinator and the General Coordinator
  • Contribute to writing project proposals
  • Replace Harm Reduction Coordinator in his/her absence to ensure the activities are maintained as planned

Languages:

Fluent English and Swahili

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
Contract Type: Fixed Duration.
Starting date ASAP.
Job Schedule: Full time.
Location: Dar Es Salaam.

Probation period:
Three months.

Work Hours: 8.

Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

How to Apply:

This is Full-time Job, To submit your application to [email protected]

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