UN Volunteers Arab States

Health Officer with UNICEF

Posted: 6 days ago

Job Description

ContextUNICEF is a global leader in promoting and protecting the rights of every child, ensuring access to safe shelter, nutrition, health care, education, and protection from disaster and conflict. For nearly 70 years, UNICEF has worked to improve the lives of children and their families through programs that span the life cycle—from prenatal care to adolescence—while advocating for systemic change and partnering with governments and communities. In Sudan, UNICEF supports health and nutrition interventions to strengthen primary health care, respond to emergencies, and improve service delivery for vulnerable populations. This assignment contributes to these efforts by enhancing monitoring, reporting, and technical support for health programs at the field level.Description of DutiesConduct regular field visits to monitor UNICEF-supported health and nutrition activities, including emergency response and routine PHC services, and report findings in eTools.Provide feedback and technical support to health workers to ensure adherence to quality standards and national guidelines.Track and report on the use of UNICEF supplies and resources at locality and facility levels.Support implementing partners in applying standard data management tools and strengthen reporting systems.Collect and analyze health and epidemiological data, including outbreak trends and immunization coverage, to identify gaps and recommend improvements.Contribute to community engagement and visibility efforts and assist in preparing reports and briefing materials.Promote volunteerism and participate in UNV activities, including knowledge sharing and community outreach.Profile RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, or related field.Minimum 2 years of professional experience in health programs; experience with UN or international organizations is an asset.Strong analytical, reporting, and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in multicultural settings.Proficiency in MS Office and data management tools; ability to meet tight deadlines.Fluency in Arabic and English required.Application deadline is on 16 November 2025

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