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Terms of reference: training coordinator, act4health project phase 2
Job Title: Training Coordinator
Department: Health Programs / Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Project
Reports To: Project Manager
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine with travel to the regions
Employment Type: Full-time
Start date: March 2025
Background
As part of the Swiss Cooperation Program for 2023 – 2025 in Ukraine, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) is supporting the four-year project “Reducing Risk Factors for NCDs,” implemented by GFA Consulting Group https://www.gfa-group.de University Hospitals of Geneva (HUG) https://www.hug.ch/en Woman Health and Family Planning (WHFP) http://www.womanhealth.org.ua/en and OneHealth https://www.onehealth.com.ua This project aims to provide the Ukrainian population with more equitable and sustainable access to quality and affordable primary healthcare services, with a particular focus on disease prevention and health promotion to encourage healthier lifestyles. Capacity development efforts will be conducted at both national and regional levels, targeting seven regions: Lviv, Dnipropetrovs’k, Poltava, Rivne, Kherson, Cherkasy and Khmelnytskyi.
The overarching goal of the project is to reduce the risk factors, morbidity, and mortality associated with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among Ukrainians. To achieve this, the project will implement various policy and community-level interventions designed to reduce alcohol and tobacco consumption, promote physical activity and balanced nutrition, and raise public awareness about the risks of being overweight. These efforts will target both the general population and specific groups that are particularly vulnerable to NCDs.
The key Project outcomes are:
- Outcome 1: A supportive policy environment at both national and regional levels to effectively address NCDs is created.
- Outcome 2: Comprehensive and innovative approaches for NCD prevention in communities and schools are developed.
- Outcome 3: The delivery of care for people with NCDs at the PHC level is strengthened.
- Outcome 4: Quality of life for vulnerable people with NCDs is improved through enhanced home-based care.
These outcomes collectively aim to build a more resilient healthcare system, promote innovative prevention strategies, and deliver integrated care to vulnerable groups, ultimately improving health outcomes and system responsiveness.
Job Summary:
The Training Coordinator for the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Project, Ac4Health will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating training programs designed to improve the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals and community health workers in the prevention, management, and treatment of non-communicable diseases. The Training Coordinator will work closely with the project team, local health authorities, and partner organizations to ensure that training initiatives align with project goals and health system needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Training Program Development:
- Design and develop comprehensive training curricula and materials on non-communicable diseases, tailored to the needs of different target audiences, including healthcare providers, community health workers, and patients.
- Support the Ukraine Public Health Centre (UPHC) in organizing and scaling up training modules developed by the project.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure training content is accurate, up-to-date, and relevant to current NCD management practices.
- Customize training programs to address the specific needs of the local population and healthcare system.
- Work in close collaboration with HUG (Geneva University Hospitals) to organise training and webinars for staff from Primary Health Care staff.
- Support Home Based Care training module development in collaboration with Health and Social Care experts.
- Support and expand the PEN protocol training program project already started with a focus on task sharing between the doctors and nurses.
- Ensure all training modules developed are digitalized and available for all health professionals on the NCD platform.
- Ensure all health staff from the NCD Continuum Care Center are trained and have access to all resources related to management of NCDs.
- Training Delivery:
- Organize and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars for healthcare professionals and community health workers.
- Utilize various training methods, including in-person sessions, e-learning platforms, and blended learning approaches, to maximize knowledge retention and application.
- Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure that training venues, materials, and resources are adequately prepared and available.
- Ensure training sessions support the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of participating personnel by aligning content with professional growth requirements and career advancement opportunities.
- Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation tools to assess the effectiveness of training programs.
- Collect and analyze data on training outcomes, including participant feedback, knowledge improvement, and changes in practice.
- Prepare and present reports on training activities and outcomes to project stakeholders.
- Track and document the contribution of training programs to the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of healthcare personnel, ensuring outcomes align with professional certification and development standards.
Collaboration and Coordination:
- Work closely with project team members, local health authorities, and partner organizations to align training activities with broader project goals.
- Serve as a point of contact for trainees, providing ongoing support and guidance to ensure the successful implementation of training learnings in their daily practice.
- Participate in regular project meetings and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes.
Capacity Building:
- Identify opportunities for building the capacity of local trainers and health professionals to ensure the sustainability of training efforts (5 ToT per region).
- Mentor and support local trainers in delivering high-quality training sessions.
- Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning among trainees and within the project team.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Health Education, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Additional qualifications or Certification in Training and Development or a related field is an advantage.
- Experience:
- At least 3-5 years of experience in coordinating and delivering training programs, preferably in the health sector.
- Experience working on non-communicable diseases or related health programs is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with adult learning principles and training methodologies.
- Experience in teaching and facilitating training programs is an advantage.
- Skills:
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple training activities simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and engaging manner.
- Proficiency in using e-learning platforms and tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, government agencies, and community organizations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Language capability – fluent in Ukrainian, English knowledge is an advantage
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel to training sites, which may include rural or underserved areas.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to improving public health and reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience, and contact information for three references by 31st January 2025. Please send applications to [email protected] with the subject line “Training Coordinator – NCD Project.”