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Overview of position
Treatment of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) is one of the key components of PND activities serviced through BPHS NGOS. It is primarily implemented in the emergency affected provinces where the prevalence of SAM is high. The services will be expanded as part of emergency response once there is emergency induced SAM cases. Therapeutic nutrition supplies (e.g F-75, F-100 and RUTF) are core elements of the services. PND manage the overall supply chain including forecasting, requesting, distributing, and collecting the reports on a quarterly basis.
Purpose of the post:
The main objective of this assignment is to support PND to manage quality IMAM services delivery as inpatient care and outpatient care. Also, to manage the therapeutic supply and minimize the nutrition supply stock outs through improved nutrition supply management system. The technical assistance will also be responsible for emergency related activities in PND including coordinating with Nutrition cluster.
Project Information:
The Infrastructure for Basic Human Needs in Afghanistan (IBA) Project is an initiative aimed at promoting social and economic development at the local level within Herat province, an area significantly affected by a series of earthquakes in October 2023. This project is committed to the construction and rehabilitation of critical community infrastructure, prioritizing aspects such as safety, earthquake resilience, and adherence to the 'building back better' philosophy, all while maintaining respect for the local cultural context. Additionally, the project contemplates employing the "Cash for Work" scheme as a strategic measure to revitalize livelihoods and stimulate economic activity in the region. The project envisages the active participation of a diverse group of stakeholders, relevant to the affected communities.
Job-Specific Information:
From October 7th to 15th, Herat Province was struck by four significant earthquakes, each with a magnitude of 6.3. As of 14 November, this natural disaster has left over 275,000 individuals in dire need in terms of earthquake response support. The quakes have impacted nine districts with Injil and Zinjadin districts bearing the brunt of the devastation. In response, UNOPS will be involved in the response in terms of reconstruction related to Infrastructures necessary for the delivery of Basic (Human) Needs. The project will progress through the phases of assessment and coordination, planning and implementation of both quick actions and permanent reconstruction of infrastructures damaged by the earthquake.
Specific responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Support the IBN HSSE Officer in raising awareness on health and safety issues among the project team, contractors and other stakeholders
2. Inspect work sites and the work of personnel on a regular basis to identify issues or non-conformity, and enforce necessary actions where unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy are detected.
3. Oversee installations, maintenance and disposal of substances, plant and equipment to ensure they are done in conformity with applicable laws and industry best practice.
4. Support IBN HSSE Officer in Recording and investigating incidents (including near misses) to determine the cause and to propose improvements to processes in the future.
5. Help IBN HSSE Officer in preparation of reports on incidents (including near misses) and compile statistical information to present to upper management on HSSE matters.
6. Ensure a safe workplace environment is maintained at all times without risk to health and safety of everyone including workers, UNOPS staff, other stakeholders and the general public.
7. Cooperate with IBN HSSE Officer in ensuring that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
8. Ensure contractors meet statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
9. Help IBN HSSE Officers ensure that safety inspections, risk assessments, working procedures are managed, and contractors and employees are aware of their responsibilities in relation to health and safety issues.
10. Ensure full and accurate health and safety training records are documented.
11. Asset IBN HSSE Officer in establishing a full programme of documented HSSE inspections, audits and checks.
12. Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicate relevant changes to the stakeholders.
13. Participate in regular site meetings to report on relevant health & safety matters and to provide necessary advice.
14. Perform other related duties as required by the IBN HSSE Officer
15. Provide regular reports to the IBN HSSE Officer on relevant health and safety activities
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Please note that the nature of this role requires flexibility in adapting to the needs of the team since the objective of alignment of contract details, local situation and habits, local law and other factors might generate unexpected needs.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
● Completion of Secondary education is required.
● A first-level university degree (e.g. Bachelor) in Social Science
Work Experience
● A minimum of 7 years general experience and a minimum 3 years experience in HSSE compliance is required.
● Experience with the Asia Development Bank, UN agencies or other donor agencies, government ministries, and/or non-governmental organizations (NGOs) is highly desired.
● Experience in occupational health and safety is required, preferably in infrastructure projects.
Language Requirements:
● Excellent knowledge of both written and oral English is required.
● Fluency in Pashto and/or Dari is desirable.
Competencies