Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Reproductive Health Assistant - Mogadishu

Job Grade:

Band 5

Department:

Health Department

Location

Mogadishu Coordination Office

Reports To:

Reproductive Health Manager

Direct Reports:

Background:

The Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS) is an independent, non-political humanitarian organization that was founded in April 1963 and was established with presidential decree No. 187 in 1965. It was then recognized by the ICRC in 1969 and in the same year became a member of the International Federation of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent societies.

Overall, Job Purpose

Support the Reproductive Health Manager in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of community-based reproductive health programs, with a focus on Female Community Health Workers (FCHWs). Provide technical assistance, ensure effective coordination, and contribute to quality service delivery in line with SRCS health policy.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and monitoring activities of the FCHWs.
• Align program activities with SRCS quality indicators and health department priorities.
• Collaborate closely with the Reproductive Health Manager and midwives in SRCS clinics (fixed and mobile).
• Support recruitment, training, and mentoring of FCHWs to strengthen program outcomes.
• Conduct regular supervision visits and provide on-the-job coaching.
• Facilitate data collection, analysis, and timely reporting of FCHW activities.
• Maintain communication with partners through the line manager to ensure program development.
• Contribute to health promotion activities in both clinic and community settings.
• Compile and submit monthly reports on FCHW activities and referrals.
• Ensure FCHWs are equipped with kits and coordinate replenishment with ICRC.

Specialized Responsibilities

Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV):

• Train and support FCHWs in referral of SGBV cases.
• Uphold confidentiality and a “do no harm” approach.
• Participate in regular meetings with FCHWs and midwives to strengthen SGBV case management.
• Monitor and manage stock of Post Rape Kits (PRKs) and dignity kits, ensuring timely replenishment.

Fistula Referrals:

• Ensure FCHWs refer obstetric fistula cases to PHC clinics and assist with follow-up.
• Track referrals and maintain the fistula monitoring database.
• Coordinate with clinics and Keysaney hospital for surgery scheduling and post-surgery follow-up.

Strategic Partnerships

• Stay informed on socio-political developments and share relevant updates with branches, clinics, and coordination office.
• Support relationship-building with donors, local authorities, and humanitarian actors.
• Represent SRCS in relevant workshops, seminars, and meetings as delegated by the Reproductive Health Manager.

Experiences and Qualifications

• Education: BS in Midwife, Medicine, Nursing and post-graduate qualifications or equivalent professional practice in Public Health, Community Health are added value.
• Experience: Minimum 5–7 years in humanitarian or development organizations, with at least 2 years in reproductive health program implementation.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical & Clinical Knowledge
• Strong integrity and commitment to Red Cross/Red Crescent principles.
• Strong understanding of reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH).
• Familiarity with family planning methods, antenatal/postnatal care, and safe delivery practices.
• Knowledge of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) case management and referral pathways.
• Program Management
• Ability to design, implement, and monitor community health programs.
• Skilled in developing work plans and activity schedules.
• Experience with donor reporting and compliance requirements.

Data

• Proficiency in health information systems and digital data collection tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Analytical and report-writing skills.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting health indicators and trends.
• Capacity to produce evidence-based recommendations for program improvement.

Community Engagement

• Expertise in mobilizing communities around reproductive health issues.
• Ability to build trust and foster collaboration with local leaders, women’s groups, and youth networks.
• Skilled in culturally sensitive communication and advocacy.

Training & Capacity Building

• Experience in developing training curricula for health workers.
• Strong mentoring and coaching abilities to support FCHWs and clinic staff.
• Ability to facilitate workshops and participatory learning sessions.

Partnership & Coordination

• Strong networking skills to engage with NGOs, agencies, and health authorities.
• Ability to represent SRCS in technical working groups and coordination forums.
• Skilled in building strategic alliances for resource mobilization.

Emergency Preparedness

• Knowledge of reproductive health in emergencies (RHiE) standards.
• Ability to adapt services during crises such as displacement, epidemics, or conflict.
• Skilled in rapid assessment and response planning.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• High emotional intelligence and resilience under pressure.
• Clear, persuasive communication in Somali and English.

Language Requirement

Proficiency in Somali and English.

Skills Required

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