Location: NeDS Pokhara Office

Duration: 1 year with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate strong communication skills, especially in understanding and engaging with the local population.
• Work collaboratively with FCHVs and health posts to achieve common goals.
• Train both community-based and facility-based health workers in hypertension prevention, control, and treatment throughout the project duration.
• Manage the logistics of amlodipine and blood pressure machines, ensuring regular supervision of CHWs in person and over the phone as required.
• Maintain knowledge of Nepal’s healthcare system and facilities.
• Ensure registration and licensure with the Nepal Medical Council to practice.
• Make proactive decisions, report issues to the Program Coordinator or Advisory Committee, and provide updates on project progress.
• Possess a good understanding of hypertension, its measurement, amlodipine medication, and its side effects.
• Counsel respondents and coordinate referrals to higher centers when necessary.
• Support non-project specific clinical services in coordination with the local municipality.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum MBBS or a relevant discipline.
• At least one year of experience working in the public health sector.
• Fluency in both English and Nepali.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Preference will be given to local candidates.

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and cover letter explaining their suitability for the position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

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