Job Opportunity Community Engagement Officer at Foundation for Cancer Care

Role Description

• Coordinate the implementation of the Foundation’s programs – educational, screening and treatment programs.
• Coordinate the activities and programs of the Cancer Support Group
• Plan and execute logistics needed to conduct the Foundation’s educational, screening and treatment programs.
• Interface with stakeholders and vendors to aid the implementation of the Foundation’s programs.
• Pro-actively contribute to day-to-day project implementation and ensure conformity to expected results and project work-plans
• Maintain an inventory of all Foundation’s educational and promotional materials.
• Provide support to the Foundation’s fundraising events
• Work with the Program Manager and fundraising team to coordinate, draft, and submit compelling and tailored funding concepts and proposals.
• Schedule meetings and draft minutes and action items of meetings
• Liaise with other staff and contribute to the organization’s overall effectiveness.
• Provide support to other team members in their unavoidable absence.
• Any other duties that may be assigned, including dedicated special initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Social Sciences, Health Education or related fields.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in community mobilization, health promotion and implementation of social impact projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and data management tools.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Passion for social impact in the health sector.

Application closing date: Not specified