Vaccinator (Female)

Job Location:
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Health Care
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: as per HMLO Salary Scale
Vacancy Number: Vaccinator (Female)/006
No. Of Jobs: 6
City: Baghlan, Kanadahar,Kunuz
Organization: Human Management & Leadership Organization (HMLO)
Years of Experience: 1
Contract Duration: 7 Months
Gender: Female
Education: • Education: Certified training in EPI or a similar vaccination program. • Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience as a vaccinator, preferably in community-based programs.
Close date: 2024-12-02
About Human Management & Leadership Organization (HMLO):
Human Management and Leadership Organization (HMLO) is a national, non-governmental, and non-profit civil society organization established in December 2020 under the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan. Headquartered in Kabul, HMLO aims to empower Afghanistan’s war-affected communities by providing quality social services to the most marginalized groups. Founded by a group of compassionate nationalists, the organization envisions a society enriched with civility, tolerance, and respect for rights. Initially engaging in voluntary efforts, HMLO evolved into a structured entity conducting impactful interventions in education, health, women and youth empowerment, governance, emergency response, and human rights. Its initiatives prioritize capacity building and service delivery, ensuring local involvement at the grassroots level. With partnerships with USAID, WHO, UN-WOMEN, and various Afghan ministries, HMLO continues to address the needs of poverty-stricken communities while fostering peace, development, and inclusivity across Afghan society.
Job Description:
The project aims to reduce the risk of vaccine-preventable diseases among returnee populations through immunization services delivered by Mobile Health Teams (MHTs). The Vaccinator ensures effective administration of vaccines and contributes to overall public health improvement in the target community.
Job Requirements:
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Vaccination Services * Administer vaccines to eligible children and women according to the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) guidelines.

Educate caregivers about the importance of immunization, vaccination schedules, and potential side effects.

Manage cold chain equipment to ensure proper storage and handling of vaccines.

Community Engagement and Outreach
4. Conduct awareness sessions to promote immunization and address community concerns about vaccines.
5. Identify and mobilize unvaccinated individuals within the target population.
Record-Keeping and Reporting
6. Maintain accurate vaccination records, including vaccine usage and beneficiary data.
7. Prepare and submit daily/weekly reports on vaccination activities to the Team Leader.
Cold Chain and Supplies Management
8. Monitor and maintain the cold chain system, ensuring vaccines are stored at appropriate temperatures.
9. Request and track vaccine and supply inventory to avoid shortages.
3. Qualifications and Experience

Education: Certified training in EPI or a similar vaccination program.

Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience as a vaccinator, preferably in community-based programs.

Skills:

Knowledge of EPI procedures and cold chain management.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Languages: Fluency in Pashto and Dari; English knowledge is a plus.

4. Work Conditions for Both Roles

Field-based position with frequent travel to underserved and remote locations in Kandahar.

Flexible working hours, including potential weekends or emergencies.

5. Contract Terms for Both Roles

Duration: 7 months (with possibility of extension based on performance and funding).

Compensation: Competitive and aligned with organizational salary scales.

Human Management & Leadership Organization (HMLO)