With more than 40 years of experience working in PNG, World Vision Papua New Guinea (WVPNG) focuses on helping the most vulnerable children and adults experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, WVPNG has an exciting opportunity for someone who maybe looking for a change and wants to become part of a dynamic team helping vulnerable people and communities.

World Vision Papua New Guinea (WVPNG) has exciting opportunity for those of you who want a change and
want to become part of a dynamic team. We are currently looking for suitable, qualified, experienced, and highly motivated professional to fill the DART Site Supervsior role to be based in Daru, Western Province.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this role is to ensure quality of care of patients initiated on treatment in Health facilities continue at the community and supported by treatment supporters as part of continuum of care. Accountable for the documentation of activities conducted and supplied materials that were supported by the Project. Plans, coordinates and implements strategies and activities together with partner staff and Treatment supporters and Responsible for the field implementation of approved activities

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the DART Sites

• receive referrals from DGH and assign to Treatment Supporters,
• supervise Treatment Supporters,
• coordinate with WV Program Manager, DGH Focal person and local community leaders
• Assist the Project Manager and DART Coordinator in Training Treatment Supporters
• Perform daily drug injections
• Prepare daily drug ration/packets for all DS/DRTB patients under his/her care
• Screen patients that need to be referred to DGH

Track and prepare reports including:

• Prepare weekly reports
• Track sputum monitoring
• Patients with possible side effects

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Nursing or Community Health Worker
• Has experienced in hospital/clinical practice (knows how to inject drugs, dispense medicines, etc.)
• Training on the TB Program a plus
• Experience with non-profit organization
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) both in English and local dialects
• Time management skills
• People Management skills
• Proven experience as a team player
• Demonstrated collaboration skills

A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents all in one PDF file before; Wednesday 29 January 2025, 11:59 PM (PNG Time)

• Expression of interest
• Detailed CV
• Valid Police & Medical Clearance Certificate

Note: This is a National Role and we encourage qualified Nationals that fit the criteria above to apply.

World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

World Vision is committed to the protection of children. We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safe guarding practices. Hence employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks, where possible.

We appreciate the time it takes to prepare your application. Please note that only short-listed candidates suitable for interviews will be contacted. If you do not hear from World Vision within two (2) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.