Program Officer - ChildSight®

Helen Keller International (HKI) is an international non-governmental organization. Its mission is to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged by combating the causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition. We do this by establishing programs based on evidence and research in eye health and nutrition.

In Vietnam, we are currently seeking a Program Officer to monitor and evaluate our ChildSight® program located in Kon Tum, Nam Dinh, Ha Noi (Ha Dong and Quoc Oai Districts).  ChildSight® is HKI’s model designed to provide school-based vision-care services where screening, refraction, distribution of eye glasses and eye health referrals are provided to marginalized communities.  HKI will work, in partnership with the local Departments of Health and Education and Training and relevant partners, to ensure the ChildSight program will be scaled up successfully nationwide.

Job Summary:

The Program Officer will be required to monitor all program activities and report to the Program Coordinator and the Country Representative.  In collaboration with all stakeholders and partners, the Program Officer will be involved in all meetings and present at events related to ChildSight® as appropriate.  This position will be required to develop survey tools, collect, and analyze data,   and conduct regular M&E visits to the fields and provide recommendations needed to improve the Childight® program. 

Report to:             Program Coordinator
Collaborate with:    Finance /Administrative Officer and Assistant

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Help manage and supervise the implementation of the ChildSight HKI-VN in Kon Tum, Nam Dinh, Ha Noi in collaboration with local partners;
- Develop and strengthen partnerships with local partner and key stakeholders, maintaining relationships with relevant authorities;
- Develop, collect and analyze Baseline/Endline surveys, Quality of Life Surveys, and Pre/Post Test for trainings;
- Assist in the design of monitoring and evaluation protocol;
- Improve and distribute ChildSight communication materials;
- Monitor and track the progress of ChildSight ensuring activities are carried out in appropriate timely manner;
- Report to Country Representative, Program Coordinator and Finance Administrator of ChildSight Project;
- Assist local partners through participating in training program of teachers and community health workers;
- Make monthly reports consisting of observations and documentation of work in the field while making recommendations to improve the program ;
- Work with partners to ensure screening, refraction and provision of eye glasses is organized and conducted for all students in project schools and is coordinated with all sectors;
- Assist with project budget forecast, disbursement and reporting.

Duty Station: 01 year with possible extension; 2 month probationary period

Duty location: Based in Hanoi, with regular travel to project sites (60%).

Requirements:

- Vietnamese citizen;
- At least 3 years working experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint);
- Proficiency in statistical software (Epi info, SPSS, STATA, etc…) is preferred;
- University degree (degree in public health is an advantage);
- Working experience in development sector, especially NGOs and community groups;
- Strong background knowledge of eye health in Vietnam is preferred;
- Previous working experiences in health and education is preferred;
- Has skills in project management, presentation and communication;
- Knowledge in development and management of monitoring & evaluation plans;
- Understanding of and sensitivity to poverty-related development and gender issues;
- Good knowledge of spoken and written Vietnamese and English;
- Ability to work in a team environment without direct formal hierarchy;
- Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability and initiative;
- Motivated team player who can manage his/her own project and provide support to team;
- Agree with HKI’s mission and want to contribute to improving eye health in Vietnam.

Salary: around $500USD/month (net). Other benefits are competitive with other INGOs; women are encouraged to apply.

Please send Application Letter & CV to [email protected] and [email protected]. Application will not be returned.  

The deadline for applications is Sunday, 14 July 2013.

Only shot-listed candidates will be contacted for interview

Expected starting date: 01 August 2013