Responsibilities
Support the organisation of the SAFE and WASH NTD Data Tool Development and Targeted Design Assessment for WASH activities relating to the programme and broader NTD work.

Work closely with the Technical Hub WASH Team, supporting the design and delivery of specific Behavioural Change and Communication activities in targeted districts, and national level where appropriate.

Collaborate with appropriate Ministries and WASH sector partners to implement and monitor appropriate actions to improve efficiency and quality of project implementation in WASH.

Promote the adaption and adoption of preferred practices on BCC and assess their application across the programme.

Ensure timely reporting on all WASH NTD activities in the Accelerate programme.

Support the Ministry of Health and partners interpret and use data/findings to guide decision-making

Skills and Experience
A qualification/tertiary degree in public health or other relevant field

Technical knowledge in WASH and BCC and/or one or more of the five leading PCT NTDs.

Proven experience working with budgets and financial provisions.

Proven experience with participatory methods and partnerships.

Previous experience in monitoring and evaluation of projects/programmes

Excellent communication skills and advocacy

Strong reporting skills

Strong IT

Fluency in written and spoken English

Availability to travel to relevant health regions for the duration of the tenure

An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people

Current and ongoing right to work in Zambia.

The Programme Officer NTD role is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.