Programme Development Officer (Adolescent, Men & Women Health) (HPC/MO 5)

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Assists the Director, FHU in determining priority programmes to be developed and implemented
• Assists the Director, FHU in preparing annual budget for programme areas
• Provides guidance for the development of national programmes and policies to meet the needs of Adolescent, Men’s and Women’s Health, including Sexual and Reproductive Health and Family Planning 
• Develops gender sensitive programmes to meet the needs of key populations, and that embrace the life course perspective
• Consults with various technical specialists and experts regarding incorporation of current methodologies for Adolescent, Men’s and Women’s Health services, including Sexual and Reproductive Health and Family Planning services, in policy and procedure manuals
• Formulates policies and programmes to provide support to vulnerable populations and establishes guidelines for monitoring these policies and programmes
• Establishes norms and standards to guide the planning and implementation of Adolescent, Men’s and Women’s Health care services, including Sexual and Reproductive Health and Family Planning services

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A medical doctor fully registered to practice in Jamaica
• Post graduate training in Public/Community Health or related field
• Eight (8) years post graduate experience with at least three (3) years in the area of Adolescent, Men’s, Women’s and/or Sexual & Reproductive Health 
• Postgraduate training in Gynecology, Urology or Family Medicine would  be an asset
• At least two (2) years’ experience at the senior management level 
• Experience in forecasting and budget preparation would be an asset
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience

The Ministry of Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.