Volunteers Coordinator

Brief Background:

Organic Health Care Service (OHCS) is a local non-profit organization registered as a Local Civil Society Organization (CSO) on August 20, 2019. Founded by a former MDR-TB survivor and health professionals, OHCS is a youthful and forward-thinking organization dedicated to offering integrated and comprehensive services in awareness creation, healthcare, and support within the domain of TB prevention and control programs.

REACH Ethiopia has been awarded a grant from Expertise France to execute a community-based TB prevention and control project in Zone-3 of the Afar region. OHCS serves as a Sub-recipient for this project, overseeing volunteer-related activities. We are actively searching for an experienced individual to manage volunteers engaged in community TB activities. The volunteer coordinator will hold the responsibility for the overall planning, monitoring, documentation, and sharing of the best practices related to the volunteers’ activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement a volunteer in collaboration with the district health office and Health Extension workers recruitment.
• Coordinate the scheduling and placement of volunteers for various programs and events.
• Coordinate the volunteer training sessions and orientations for new volunteers.
• Maintain a database of volunteers, updating their engagement and contribution
• Provide ongoing support and supervision to volunteers, addressing their concerns and resolving any issues that may arise.
• Collaborate with the Zonal coordinator and District TB officers in the health facility to ensure the fulfillment of volunteer needs and objectives.
• Promote volunteer engagement through regular communication, recognition, and appreciation activities.
• Collect and analyze data on volunteer performance and impact, preparing reports as required.

Job Requirement:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to effectively coordinate multiple volunteers and tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with volunteers, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities to address issues and challenges related to volunteer management.

Organization: Organic Health Care service

Employment type: full time

Number of positions: 1

Location: Afar, Zone-3 /Awash 7Kilo

Payment rate: Attractive

Duration: One Year with Possibility of extension

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in health science preamble Health education and communication, social work, and other related field.
• Fluent in Afargna
• Familiar with the national TB and Health Extension Program
• Familiarity with volunteer management.
• Knowledge of volunteer best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Understanding of legal and ethical considerations related to volunteering.

Experience

• Prior experience working with volunteers or in a similar coordination role is preferred.
• 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in a nonprofit or community organization.

Behavioral competencies and skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills to motivate and guide volunteers.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to volunteerism and community engagement.