RE-ADVERTISEMENT: Health Officer

Buur Hakaba-based MEDAIR is looking to fill the role of RE-ADVERTISEMENT: Health Officer. The ideal candidate will have 2 - 3 years of professional experience in the Health/wash field. This position closes on Apr, 24. Apply now to be considered. Job Title: Health Officer Location: Buur Hakaba, Somalia Reports to: Health and Nutrition Project Manager Overall, Purpose of the Role The Health Officer supports the delivery of life-saving primary health care (PHC) services in Buur Hakaba, a district significantly affected by recurrent drought, water scarcity, population displacement, and disease outbreaks. This position is part of a Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF) project aimed Improved access to Life Saving Essential Health services for vulnerable drought- affected communities in Afgooye and Burhakaba districts. The role focuses on clinical supervision, strengthening quality of care, ensuring adherence to MoH and WHO health protocols, improving referral systems, and supporting an effective humanitarian response to drought-related health needs across 2 fixed health facilities. Project Overview This SHF-funded project aims to mitigate the impact of the ongoing drought on communities in Buur Hakaba by improving access to essential health services. The intervention supports: • primary health care consultations • maternal and reproductive health services • treatment of common communicable diseases • strengthening outbreak prevention and control (e.g., AWD/cholera, measles) • health education and risk communication (RCCE) • systems strengthening at health facility level The project primarily targets drought-affected populations including IDPs, returnees, and vulnerable host communities who have limited access to functioning health services. Key Responsibilities 1. Clinical Management & Service Quality • Provide daily technical support and oversight to SHF-supported health facilities in Buur Hakaba district. • Ensure strict compliance with Somalia MoH and WHO treatment guidelines and emergency protocols. • Conduct regular on-the-job trainings (OJT) and supportive supervision for clinical staff. • Ensure availability of essential drugs, medical supplies, and f === Skills & Qualifications === Qualifications & Experience Vocational Qualification • Higher-level health qualification (Medical Doctor, BSc Nursing, Clinical Officer, or equivalent). • Minimum of three years of recent clinical experience. Work Experience • At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a health-related role. • Minimum of 3 years supervising health care services in Somalia or similar context. • Experience in PHC, emergency health services, and drought-response contexts strongly preferred. --- About Buur Hakaba --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Cusub • Caafimaad • Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Shaqo Buuxda

Qualifications & Experience Vocational Qualification • Higher-level health qualification (Medical Doctor, BSc Nursing, Clinical Officer, or equivalent). • Minimum of three years of recent clinical experience. Work Experience • At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a health-related role. • Minimum of 3 years supervising health care services in Somalia or similar context. • Experience in PHC, emergency health services, and drought-response contexts strongly preferred.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected] no later than April 24, 2026, while clearly the position you’re applying on the subject line. This position is open exclusively to Somali nationals, with a strong preference given to local candidates. We highly encourage female applicants to apply as we strive for diversity within our team. Apply at: mailto:[email protected]