Vaccinator (Zabul, Afghanistan)

Provide EPI activities

Prepare and implement a good micro plan for outreach and mobile programs under the supervision of MHT in charge and related supervisor

Update the list of the EPI and MCH dropouts to follow them in outreach sessions

Store, handle and maintain vaccines per Afghan N-EPI/UNICEF/WHO protocols

Dispose of contaminated waste in a responsible manner to prevent exposure

Maintain a high level of cold chain management all the time

Respond immediately to any cold chain irregularity using local possibility including sending vaccines to other closest health facility with cold chain system

Report immediately any irregularity of cold chain to supervisor

Mobilize the community to immunize their children and women of reproductive age (social mobilization)

Provide health education to prevent dropout and increase coverage

Understand and try to achieve the monthly and yearly coverage and EPI indicators.

Identify and report problems that interfere in the delivery of services.

Identify and prevent areas of missed opportunity within the MHT.

Take part in any EPI programs and campaigns.

INTERSOS is an Italian non-profit humanitarian aid organisation that works to bring assistance to people in danger, victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Established in 1992 , its actions are based on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all people and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and the unprotected. INTERSOS is an independent association which, through its own humanitarian operators, intervenes to effectively answer the needs of people in serious crises situations, mainly in the world’s poorest regions, who are suffering, deprived of rights, dignity and essentials goods. It maintains a flexible operating structure.

Baccalaureate degree (12th graduated) and EPI certificate.

1 year of relevant experience in immunization.

Pashto and Dari skills are required.

Work experience in Health as emergency response projects is preferable.

Previous experience working for an international NGO is preferable.

Commitment to INTERSOS principles.

Comply with all relevant INTERSOS policies and procedures.

Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from supervisor in the field.

Please submit your updated profile and cover letter to jobs.afghanistan@intersos.org and clearly write the job title Location and vacancy number in the subject line of your application. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written test/interview.

Applications without subject line will not be entertained.

Submission Email
jobs.afghanistan@intersos.org