Health Program Officer: Colombia

at  Pure Earth

When you join the Pure Earth team, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on global health. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to lead innovative research initiatives that protect the most vulnerable populations.
Pure Earth’s core strength is its team of nearly 100 passionate, skilled professionals working through nine offices across the globe. This team includes a diversity of professional expertise that spans the fields of medicine, engineering, toxicology, public health, behavioral and social sciences, communications, administration, and a host of other relevant disciplines.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Health Program Coordinator will report to Pure Earth’s Country Director for Colombia and will work closely with field-based staff and project partners in Colombia to support development and implementation of health-related projects. She/He will be responsible for the management of assigned health-related projects, including research activities, partner coordination, work planning, data collection, reporting, and communications support.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Biological Science, or related fields.
• Minimum 6 years’ general experience.
• At least 2 recent years coordinating projects.
• 2 years’ minimum specific experience in Epidemiology/Toxicology/Environmental or Public Health Projects.
• Computer skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills: Must be able to produce detailed reports.
• Bilingual (English – Spanish)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in public health, Biological Science, or related field.
• Experience working with the Health Government Agencies of Colombia and understanding of the health system in Colombia.
• Experience in biomonitoring fieldwork: collection and management of biological samples (blood)
• Experience in the implementation of international cooperation projects.
• Knowledge of statistical software/data analysis software.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques in health
  Desired Start Date: March 3 rd , 2025
  Application Deadline: February 12 th , 2025
  Please send a cover letter and Resume/CV in a single attachment to jobs@pureearth.org and colombia@pureearth.org

• Providing support for any health-related project activity and research including desk and literature review, key informant interviews, and surveys. He/she will also design and review research materials and produce briefing and synthesis documents/reports for meetings and technical consultations. She/he will also support IRB ethics applications and reporting.
• Coordinating the technical advisory group, maintaining communication with group members, documenting consultations, identifying research questions, and sharing information.
• Supporting preparation for the implementation of health-related project activities and research, including communicating with program and research partners, maintaining timelines and documentation of such activities, and planning and supporting project implementation.
• Ensuring that best practices for health and safety protocols are in place and observed in all project sites.
• Developing a framework for identifying and exploring opportunities for cross-sectoral work on addressing childhood lead poisoning at regional and national level.
• Overseeing relevant project coordination and partner collaboration to ensure timely communication, data collection, information sharing, and implementation.
• Coordinating and supporting work planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Assisting in the preparation and monitoring of contractual agreements with organizations, consultants, and field staff as needed for health-related project activities and research; monitoring, reviewing, and facilitating approval of invoices.
• Facilitating efficient communication with donors, partners, and consultants; establishing and implementing systems for partner, consultant, and field communication.
• Participating in communication of the project’s vision, activities, and research results; developing/reviewing external-facing presentations, website content, blogs, briefs, and reports; and
• Other tasks as deemed necessary by the Country Director.