SWIF-TB Initiative Zonal Coordinators

Brief Organizational Introduction and Project Overview:

REACH Ethiopia is a nonprofit organization registered as an Ethiopian Residents Charity, dedicated to community development through innovative projects. Since 2013, it has implemented community-based TB care and integrated health service projects in Sidama, Central Ethiopia, South Ethiopia, Tigray, parts of Oromia and Afar Regions. Currently, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Regional Health Bureaus, REACH Ethiopia is implementing various projects including new project called USAID- Urban TB LON-II SWIF TB Initiative. 

The USAID URBAN TB LON II- SWIF TB Initiative is an ambitious initiative aimed at addressing the high burden in the TB triangle of Ethiopia. Focused on 87 woredas in 10 zones across four regions, the Initiative's primary goals include implementing high yield interventions to identify missed TB cases and break chain of transmission, delivering patient-centered care, and fostering innovative solutions to combat TB. This Initiative is pivotal in enhancing TB detection and treatment, with an overarching aim to reduce TB prevalence and mortality in the TB triangle area.

Position Summary: The Zonal SWIF TB Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of the SWIF TB Initiative’s activities within the designated zones: Sidama, Gedeo, Borena, Guji, West Guji, and Gurage. The coordinator will provide technical support and guidance to field teams, ensuring effective execution of the initiative’s strategies. This role involves operational planning, execution, stakeholder engagement, and daily project operations management, working closely with REACH Ethiopia’s operations and administration teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management & Coordination

• Lead the implementation of community-based TB activities, including active case finding, contact investigation, and adherence to treatment protocols.

• Develop and execute operational plans that align with project goals and timelines, coordinating internal and external resources to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders, including Zonal Health Departments, Woreda Health Offices, and the SWIF TB Initiative central team.

• Support Woreda-level community TB care implementation, providing capacity-building support to Woreda TB Officers through coaching, mentoring, and project management guidance.

• Coordinate TB screening activities using ultra-portable digital X-ray technology integrated with artificial intelligence (AI) for enhanced detection.

• Facilitate community mobilization and sensitization events to raise awareness about TB, emphasizing the importance of early detection and the availability of screening services.

2. Technical Support & Capacity Building

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Zonal and Woreda TB Officers, enhancing their capacity to manage community TB programs effectively.

• Conduct on-site coaching and support, promoting the adoption of innovative technologies and practices in TB operations.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify challenges, develop action plans, and implement solutions to enhance TB program outcomes.

3. Monitoring & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with project policies and procedures, maximizing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

• Regularly review activity performance, preparing detailed reports and communicating findings to stakeholders, including recommendations for strategy adjustments as needed.

• Train and mentor health workers, TB coordinators, and data clerks on data quality, proper entry, management, and reporting procedures within the Health Management Information System (HMIS).

• Utilize collected data to inform program decision-making and drive continuous quality improvement in TB service delivery.

4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and maintain partnerships with local health authorities, NGOs, and community groups to support successful TB screening and sensitization activities.

• Ensure the integration of community-led, rights-based, and gender-sensitive approaches in all project activities.

• Engage with stakeholders to secure necessary resources, logistical support, and community buy-in for TB initiatives.

• Coordinate with regional and national partners to align efforts, ensuring consistency and maximizing the impact of the SWIF TB Initiative.

Project: USAID URBAN TB LON II- SWIF TB Initiative (Anticipated)

Reports to: SWIF-TB Initiative Regional Cluster Manager  

Contract Term: Full time position, Fixed term Contract

Location:

• 5 Zones of Oromia Region (Borena, East Borena, East Borena, Guji, West Guji)

• 1 Zone of South Ethiopia Region (Gedeo)

• 2 Zone of Central Ethiopia (Gurage Zone and West Gurage Zone)

• 1 Zonal Coordinator for the four zones of Sidama Region

Category: Field Level Expert, Coordinator 

Salary Scale: As per the scale of the organization

No of Positions: 1 per Zone 

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

• Master’s degree in public health or related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in TB control, including 3 years in a senior advisory, supervisory, or coordination role.

• Bachelor’s degree in public health with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in TB control, including 5 years in an advisory, supervisory, or coordination role.

OR

Experience:

• Proven experience in health program management, particularly in TB control.

• Previous experience with community TB programs, specifically working with Health Extension Programs (HEP) and volunteers.

• Experience in capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and using participatory learning methodologies.

• Prior experience with USAID projects and TB program management at regional or zonal levels is advantageous.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Amharic, and at least one local language relevant to the zone of application.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team management abilities.

• Proficiency in data analysis, project planning, and reporting.

Other:

• Willingness to be based in the designated zone with frequent communication and coordination with Woredas using various channels.

How To Apply

• Only candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience are invited to send their application letter and CV as one document through the following three step process:

  • Fill out the mandatory application form using the following link: http://oas2.reachet.org.et/job-application?uuid=ed0f5feb-2c05-4932-9756-c9812734a200 within Ten (10) days from the first appearance of the announcement.

  • Attach your application letter and updated CV as a single document(1 pdf) through the system 

  • Check your email and make sure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your application

• REACH Ethiopia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.