Doctors with Africa Job Vacancy - Health Officer

Health Officer Job Vacancy – Debre Berhan (Doctors with Africa CUAMM)

Organization: Doctors with Africa CUAMM
Location: Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Contract (Full‑time)
Contract Duration: Until December 8, 2026
Application Deadline: April 14, 2026
Career Level: Mid‑Level (3–5 years)
Number of Positions: 1

About the Organization

Doctors with Africa CUAMM is an international NGO dedicated to strengthening healthcare systems and improving access to essential health services across Africa. In Ethiopia, CUAMM provides mobile health and nutrition services, focusing on primary healthcare, maternal and child health, and emergency response for vulnerable communities.

Position: Health Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver primary healthcare services, including consultation and treatment of acute and life‑threatening illnesses.
• Conduct daily team meetings to review caseloads, identify epidemiological trends, and allocate tasks.
• Provide on‑the‑job training, mentoring, and capacity building for nurses, midwives, and other staff.
• Manage dispensary operations, drug supply, and ensure proper documentation of services.
• Lead outbreak preparedness and response (measles, cholera, etc.) and implement infection prevention measures.
• Strengthen referral mechanisms and coordinate patient transfers to health facilities.
• Promote awareness on nutrition and preventative health care among IDP communities.
• Analyze health and nutrition data using EMR and Excel to identify morbidity patterns and coverage gaps.
• Ensure accurate reporting (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) to supervisors and health offices.
• Represent CUAMM in CCCM (Camp Coordination and Camp Management) meetings and coordinate with other humanitarian actors.

Qualifications

• Education: BSc Degree in Public Health
• Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Health Officer, including at least 1 year in Mobile Health and Nutrition Teams (MHNT)
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to use EMR software (with orientation)
  • Strong communication and reporting skills

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply via the following link:
Application Form

Applicants must also submit their CV, cover letter, and supporting documents through the EthioJobs portal. Please rename documents with your full name before submission.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.