Job Title: Immunization Project Assistant (Nurse)
Locations: Mokhotlong, Leribe, and Mafeteng Districts, Lesotho
Closing Date: 9 April 2025
Overview
World Vision Lesotho is hiring three (3) Immunization Project Assistants (Nurses) to support its health and immunization programs in Mokhotlong, Leribe, and Mafeteng districts. The ideal candidates will play a critical role in implementing district-level activities aimed at improving child health outcomes through enhanced immunization efforts. This is a fixed-term, full-time position under the local contract, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in vulnerable communities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation (40%)
-Ensure timely and effective implementation of project activities in assigned districts
-Use project-specific tools and IEC materials for training and outreach
-Monitor progress against activity and budget plans, ensuring effective resource use
-Collect and submit reports weekly, monthly, and quarterly
-Track performance data, document lessons learned, and share success stories
2. Representation and Networking (30%)
-Establish and maintain relationships with community leaders, health facilities, and district-level stakeholders
-Coordinate community engagement efforts and outreach activities
-Organize stakeholder meetings and advocate for improved immunization coverage
3. Teamwork, Administration and Reporting (20%)
-Work collaboratively with project staff, drivers, and field teams
-Prepare and review project reports and plans for compliance
-Provide mentorship and capacity-building support at community level
4. Spiritual Nurturing (10%)
- Participate in devotions and spiritual life of World Vision Lesotho
- Demonstrate integrity, humility, and commitment to the organization’s mission and Christian values
Minimum Requirements
-General Nursing and Midwifery qualification
-At least five (5) years of experience in implementing health-related projects
-Experience in primary healthcare settings
-Registered with the Lesotho Nursing Council and hold a valid license
-Postgraduate qualification in Primary Healthcare, Community Health Nursing, or Public Health is an added advantage
-Knowledge of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and UNICEF reporting tools
-Demonstrated capacity to coordinate training and community logistics
-Experience in supervising teams and reporting on health outcomes
Skills and Competencies
-Strong interpersonal and community mobilization skills
-Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and data collection tools
-Excellent communication and report writing skills
-Ability to work under pressure and travel up to 50% of the time
-High emotional maturity and cultural sensitivity
-Commitment to child protection and Christian values