Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with the Johns Hopkins University. Jhpiego develops innovations to enhance the capacity of health care workers, strengthening health systems and improve delivery of care towards improving the health and well-being. Jhpiego has been collaborating with the Government of Malawi and various partners in implementing a wide-range of interventions in maternal, newborn and child health, family planning, HIV/AIDS prevention and care and treatment, since 1999.
Jhpiego seeks to recruit staff for the vacant positions below:
Post: Hygienist (2 posts)
Duty station: Lilongwe
Reports to: Zonal Team Leader / Site Team Leader
Position Summary
The Hygienist/ Office Assistant will provide a clean and sterile environment in and around a VMMC site following standard infection control precautions. The cleaning duties require a lot of time standing, as well as a lot of time bending and lifting, so being physically able to perform these tasks is essential. For safety, it’s important for the Hygienist/ to wear personal protective equipment, to know how to operate equipment properly and to know how to use the proper cleaning supplies to avoid injuries
Required Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Competencies
Minimum of Malawi school Certificate of Education (MSCE)
Basic computer skills added advantage
Minimum of two years of experience working in a hospital and office setting
Working in VMMC program as an hygienist is an added advantage
Good organizational skills as well as strong hygienic practice
The ability to take the initiative
Knowledge of the process of decontamination, cleaning and sterilizing equipment including storage
Proven ability and/or inclination to follow instructions
Ability to maintain a positive disposition at all times
The ability to maintain an open mind to the acquisition of new skills and knowledge while on the job, especially the use of chemicals and understanding of basic safety procedure
The ability to take the initiative where and when necessary that is leadership skill
Effective interpersonal skill
The ability to communicate effectively in writing
Problem-solving skill
Ability to work as part of a team
The ability to be punctual always
How to apply:
Eligible candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience should send applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), and names and contact details of direct supervisors:
not later than 20th October ,2021. “Position title must be indicated as the subject”
Jhpiego appreciates all candidates, Malawian candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Only applicants who meet the required qualifications will be considered
