Refugee Health

national assosiation for comunity development

NACOD supports refugees, internal desplaced ,returnees and ather effectedby conflict or natural desaster in their transitional from instability and deficiency of basic needs towards a situation in which contions enabling a process of structural development have re-esstablished.

Global Health Tags: All Health Areas - HIV/AIDS - Disaster Relief - Refugee Health - Microfinance - Nutrition - Education - Water & Sanitation - Health Systems - Agriculture - Food Security - women - Non-Governmental -
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Health Unit Intern

Posted: Wed, 19/09/2007 - 11:16am

Health Unit Intern, Health Unit, International Programs Department ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading non-sectarian non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Our staff and volunteers provide shelter, medical and public health assistance, education, training and income-generating programs for refugees in nearly 30 countries. We also help refugees resettle in the United States. Our 19 offices across the country ensure new arrivals have food, shelter and clothing. And we work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency through English language classes, job training and placement services and community participation activities. Committed to human dignity and self-reliance, the IRC serves a symbol of hope and renewal for those who have taken flight in search of freedom. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Within a mentoring relationship, the Health Unit (HU) Intern will work directly with the Health Unit’s (Senior Technical Advisors and Program Managers). The intern will learn the internal workings of a program department within an international humanitarian agency. He/she will work on current and on-going initiatives and will directly assist the health unit staff with a range of managerial, administrative and some technical functions in New York. This is a 3-6 month unpaid internship. Interns will receive a stipend of up to a maximum of $25.00/day for any actual travel and meal related expenses incurred.

Global Health Tags: Refugee Health - Human Rights - Administrative -
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Senior Technical Advisor, Environmental Health

Posted: Tue, 18/09/2007 - 6:06pm

BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the largest humanitarian agencies in the world, providing relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of oppression and violent conflict. IRC has worked for over seven decades and today is involved in over 25 conflict zones in the world. We address both the immediate, life saving needs of conflict affected people in an emergency and the reconstruction needs in post conflict societies, focusing on strengthening institutions and promoting social cohesion. IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and thorough accountability to those we serve. The IRC is an international agency with offices in London, New York, and Geneva. The London and New York offices provide technical support to field programs. As part of the IRC’s International Programs Department, the IRC’s Health Unit: provides technical oversight of primary health care, environmental health (EH), reproductive health, child survival and gender based violence programs; promotes the quality, effectiveness and sustainability of IRC’s health programs worldwide; facilitates the professional development of health program staff and contributes to the improvement of humanitarian practice globally. SCOPE OF WORK: The Headquarters EH team consists of a Senior Technical Advisor (STA) for EH, two Regional Technical Advisors and one Program Manager. The team ensures quality programming related to water supply, sanitation, hygiene promotion and vector control. The STA leads the EH team toward holistic, evidenced-based, participatory environmental health programming. The STA also provides guidance to the Director of the Emergency Response and Preparedness Unit (EPRU) concerning the deployment of EH staff assigned to the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

Global Health Tags: Disaster Relief - Refugee Health - Human Rights - Program Management -
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Director of Health Systems

Posted: Tue, 18/09/2007 - 12:26pm

The Director of Health Systems will play a pivotal role in developing the IRC strategy and capacity in post-conflict health system development. While IRC initiates new programs in response to humanitarian emergencies, we recognize that the context of humanitarian work has evolved significantly over the past decade. Currently 30% of IRC health programs are implemented in post-conflict settings, while a further 63% are in protracted conflicts. IRC is committed to working with communities and governments to develop functioning health systems following conflict. This involves working at each level of the health system – community, facility, district health offices, regional health offices, and, on occasion, with central Ministries of Health. The Director of Health Programs will lead the development of an IRC approach to health system development that considers technical, managerial, financial, and policy issues. The Director will also be responsible for technical support to IRC’s largest health program – the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Global Health Tags: Refugee Health - Program Management -
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Senior Technical Advisor, Environmental Health

Posted: Tue, 14/08/2007 - 4:24pm

Senior Technical Advisor, Environmental Health BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the largest humanitarian agencies in the world, providing relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of oppression and violent conflict. IRC has worked for over seven decades and today is involved in over 25 conflict zones in the world. We address both the immediate, life saving needs of conflict affected people in an emergency and the reconstruction needs in post conflict societies, focusing on strengthening institutions and promoting social cohesion. IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and thorough accountability to those we serve. The IRC is an international agency with offices in London, New York, and Geneva. The London and New York offices provide technical support to field programs. As part of the IRC’s International Programs Department, the IRC’s Health Unit: -provides technical oversight of primary health care, environmental health (EH), reproductive health, child survival and gender based violence programs; -promotes the quality, effectiveness and sustainability of IRC’s health programs worldwide; -facilitates the professional development of health program staff and contributes to the improvement of humanitarian practice globally. SCOPE OF WORK: The Headquarters EH team consists of a Senior Technical Advisor (STA) for EH, two Regional Technical Advisors and one Program Manager. The team ensures quality programming related to water supply, sanitation, hygiene promotion and vector control. The STA leads the EH team toward holistic, evidenced-based, participatory environmental health programming. The STA also provides guidance to the Director of the Emergency Response and Preparedness Unit (EPRU) concerning the deployment of EH staff assigned to the Emergency Response Team (ERT). ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: -Develop, articulate and promote the IRC strategy in environmental health -Provide leadership and supervision of the EH Team and its members. -Ensure that environmental health is consistently integrated into IRC primary health care programs -Provide technical assistance to IRC field programs and the ERT on environmental health issues. -Coordinate and conduct annual field trips to IRC programs for the purposes of program evaluation and technical support. -Assist in the design and development of environmental health programs. -Participate in the recruitment of EH field staff. -Promote staff development via field training, workshops, exchange programs and coaching. -Coordinate and conduct an annual EH Coordinators’ conference. -Coordinate the continued development of the IRC EH Field Guide. -Act as the EH focal point for the various departments at IRC Headquarters. -Act as the main representative of IRC to relevant agencies on environmental health issues. -Maintain a library of relevant resource materials on environmental health issues at IRC headquarters. Make recommendations on resource materials to field teams. -Provide guidance to the EPRU Director concerning deployment of ERT EH staff. -Participate in emergency response activities, if required. -Participate in limited research, teaching and academic activities. REQUIREMENTS: -University degree in engineering, hydrology, geology or environmental health. -In-depth practical knowledge of water supply, sanitation, vector control and hygiene promotion. -Strong background in public health, with MPH preferred. -Three years experience in implementing EH programs in relief settings. -Strong assessment, management, project planning, organizational and interpersonal skills. -Excellent communication skills and flexibility. -Proven ability to work in a team environment and independently. -Proven writing and editing skills. -Excellent Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD and GIS. -English fluency essential. Please Apply Online at www.ircjobs.org

Global Health Tags: Disaster Relief - Refugee Health - women - Human Rights - Program Management -
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International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee serves refugees and communities victimized by oppression or violent conflict worldwide. Founded in 1933, the IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance. This commitment is expressed in emergency relief, protection of human rights, post-conflict development, resettlement assistance, and advocacy.

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World Relief

World Relief works with local evangelical churches to bring relief to suffering people in the name of Christ.Together, World Relief and partner churches are saving lives and restoring hope through ministries that address poverty, disease, hunger, persecution and the effects of war and disasters. We meet suffering people's physical, emotional and spiritual needs - showing them that the Church cares because Jesus loves them.

Global Health Tags: Child Survival/Health - HIV/AIDS - Disaster Relief - Refugee Health - Microfinance - Agriculture - Anti-trafficking -
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Women's Commission for refugee women & children

The Women's Commission works in consultation with refugee women, youth and children. Through our advocacy, we ensure that their voices are heard in the halls of power and taken into account in the decision-making process.

Global Health Tags: Child Survival/Health - Maternal Health - Refugee Health -
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