Community Health Educator

About the role

Responsible for conducting health education programs and workshops addressing community needs, with a focus on nutrition, disease prevention, mental health, GBV, hygiene, substance abuse, and related topics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify the health needs and concerns of the community.
• Use IEC materials and promote healthy behaviors.
• Organize and lead training sessions for community members and volunteers on various health topics, emphasizing preventative care and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Work closely with local organizations, healthcare providers, schools, and government agencies to coordinate health initiatives and enhance community resources.
• Engage with community members through outreach activities, including health fairs, community events, and workshops, to increase awareness of available health resources and programs.
• Offer individual counseling and support to community members seeking guidance on health-related issues, helping them to set personal health goals and navigate available resources.

Activities

• Coordinate and conduct health screenings (e.g., blood pressure checks, glucose testing, BMI assessments) to help community members identify potential health issues.
• Attend all relevant meetings/workshops/training.
• Conduct regular outreach activities and community health education sessions/individual health education sessions.
• Prepare reports as advised by the supervisor.
• Involve in relevant activities in liaison with local Gov authorities on a need basis.
• Assist health staff to improve operational efficiency at health facility.
• Submit timely reports and deliverables as requested by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Experience: 1-2 years
• Skills: community health, community outreach, health education & promotion, community engagement & outreach, community engagement, health education, disease prevention & public health advocacy

Last Date of Application: 15 September 2026