Vacancy Announcement

Malteser International is a German non-governmental organization providing humanitarian assistance and development aid for people in need in over 20 countries. Malteser International is currently working with temporary refugee shelters and surrounding villages in Sob-Moei district, Mae Hong Son province in Thailand. With funding provided by the European Union for the project

“Health and WASH services, Return preparedness and Capacity Strengthening for Refugees in the Thai –Myanmar Border Temporary Shelters”, our office located in Mae Sariang is looking for efficient, motivated and experienced individuals for the position as Return Support Officer.

Return Support Officer (1 position)

Duty Station: Mae Sariang town, Mae Hong Son province

Duration: 1 year with possible extension

Work locations: Mae Sariang, Sob Moei District (Mae La Ma Luang and Mae La Oon Temporary shelters)

Main Responsibilities/Duties

1. Set-up and account for quarterly work plans and reviews, implementation of all activities planned in the project and evaluation of relevant activities in the field.
2. Prepare and carry out briefing and training of camp-based staff and carry out additional trainings as well as refreshment training in accordance with project work plans and budget.
3. Prepare data collection tools to collect return-related information and data from activities to measure progress, monitoring and adapt tools.
4. Carry out mapping exercise and related update through a follow-up mission inside Myanmar and at various border crossings where health facilities and health actors operate.
5. Set-up documentation of all cases ensuring confidentiality for all individuals.
6. Coordinate with UN-related agencies, health-related organizations, and other stakeholders on all information and referrals.

Essential Qualifications/Skills:

1. University graduate preferably in health-related fields, completed MPH an advantage. Alternatively degree in relevant Social Science field with complementing relevant trainings and experience.
2. Previous work experience in Myanmar Health Care System or with Karen Ethnic Health Care Provider
3. 3-5 years of work within project context in (I)NGO setting.
4. Basic understanding of WASH issues.
5. Able to write concise and accurate activity reports.
6. Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English, (Sgaw) Karen and/or Burmese.
7. Ability to work independently in carrying out survey/mapping.

Possible starting date:                       As soon as possible

Deadline for Application:                 30 June 2017

Candidates should submit their application including CV, photo, copy of educational certificates, references and expected salary to:           Malteser International, 234 Moo 12, Lang Panit Road, Ban Kard Sub-District, Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son, 58110

Or submit by email to: hr.msr1@malteser-international.org

Only short listed candidates will be notified for test and personal interview.