Job Description
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We are hiring a Medical Program Coordinator to work with our office in Kyiv Ukraine. This role works with the Health Program Manager to ensure the successful implementation of medical programs in Ukraine, including supervision of program staff, management of the program budget and preparation of planning, reporting, and evaluation documents. This is a great opportunity to make a lasting difference in communities. Come join our team!
A day in the life of a Medical Program Coordinator in Ukraine:
At Samaritans Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe.
In the role of Medical Program Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to:
- Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him
- Ensure the successful execution of medical programs in alignment with approved program planning documents and established activities, milestones and desired results.
- Liaise effectively with key authorities which may include local government, health officials, and the Ministry of Health
- Regularly collect program data and drafts reports as necessary throughout the year
- Assist with medical logistics associated with medical programs
- With the Health Program Manager, develop and manage relationships with the Samaritans Purse International Health Unit
- All other duties as assigned
Learn more about serving with Samaritans Purse.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelors degree in public health, nursing, medical ,or another relevant degree required with two (2) to three (3) years of relevant healthcare experience internationally or in developing countries; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Related work experience in disaster context.
- 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire.
Job Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
Type: Full-Time
Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)
Accompaniment: Unaccompanied
Travel Expectations: Frequent travel within Ukraine approximately 100-120 days/annually; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary
Ability to obtain and maintain any valid work visas, specifically a valid Schengen Visa is required.
Benefits:
- International medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
- Paid Family Medical Leave
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays
- 12 vacation/personal days
- 10 sick days
- Annual Home Leave
Samaritan’s Purse Mission Statement:
Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
