Gaza Health Officer

Save the Children

ROLE PURPOSE:
Under the overall guidance of the Health & Nutrition Programme Manager and direct supervision of the Health Coordinator, the Health Officer will oversee and support the day-to-day implementation of Save the Children s health interventions in assigned Primary Health Care Centers (PHCCs). The Health Officer ensures delivery of high-quality, integrated, and equitable primary health care services, in line with national MoH protocols and international standards. The role supervises the PHCC team including medical doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, cleaners, and community engagement workers to ensure coordinated service delivery and effective linkages with nutrition, MHPSS, and community outreach activities. The Health Officer will also contribute to assessments, programme design, reporting, capacity-building, and coordination with health authorities and partners.

SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: GazaHealth Coordinator.
Staff reporting to this post: Medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, midwives, and community engagement workers.
Budget Responsibilities: None.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Programme Implementation and Quality
• Oversee daily implementation of PHCC health activities and ensure adherence to MoH and SCI protocols.
• Support provision of quality services in maternal, newborn, child health, and communicable disease management.
• Ensure the integration of nutrition, MHPSS, and health promotion components in all PHCC services.
• Monitor infection prevention and control (IPC) practices, triage, and rational drug use.
• Ensure appropriate referral pathways and coordination with secondary-level facilities.
Monitoring, Reporting, and Data Management
• Ensure timely collection and verification of service data using MoH and SCI reporting tools.
• Support data entry into DHIS2/Kobo and contribute to monthly health statistics and analysis.
• Identify gaps, trends, and challenges, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute donor and internal reports, success stories, and case studies.
Logistics and Supplies
• Identify PHCC supply needs and coordinate with logistics for timely procurement and stock management.
• Monitor consumption and storage conditions of medicines and medical supplies.
• Support adherence to proper waste management procedures.
Coordination and Representation
• Maintain regular communication and coordination with MoH, Health Cluster, and partner organizations.
• Represent SCI in local coordination meetings when delegated.
• Promote joint supervision and collaboration with MoH PHCC management.
Capacity Building and Mentorship
• Identify staff capacity gaps and support implementation of on-the-job training and refresher sessions.
• Coach PHCC staff on updated MoH protocols, patient safety, and service quality improvement.
Community Engagement and Accountability
• Support community outreach and awareness activities led by community engagement workers.
• Facilitate community feedback and ensure compliance with SCI s Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) standards.
In order to be successful, you will bring/have:
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
• Bachelor s degree in medicine, Nursing, Public Health, or a related health field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in primary health care or humanitarian health programming.
• Strong understanding of MoH systems, health cluster coordination, and Sphere standards.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams in a clinical setting.
• Excellent reporting and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent in Arabic and good command of English.
• Strong commitment to SCI s mission and child-focused mandate.
Desirable:
• Experience in integrated Health Nutrition MHPSS programming.
• Prior experience with Save the Children or other INGOs in similar contexts.
• Knowledge of DHIS2, Kobo, and data quality assurance systems.
We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis.
Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.