Liberia
Ministry of Health
Competitive candidates must meet all of the following criteria:
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Public Health, International Development, Statistics, Social Science, or related field
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2 or more years of experience with monitoring, evaluation and learning, including experience with M&E tools and software/systems
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
Field experience in low-resource settings, especially in developing countries.
Demonstrated experience in managing projects, conducting field research, monitoring and evaluation, and training on data analysis.
Experience in public health, specifically in malaria prevention and control.
Volunteers will live in a city close to the work site. Volunteers may need to travel in rural-urban communities to provide technical assistance in addition to traveling within their assigned community.
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Liberia
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Assist in the collection and analysis of data to inform program adjustments.
Conduct training sessions for health workers.
Engage with community leaders and health workers to create an inclusive approach to health data management.
Plan and facilitate malaria prevention activities, including the distribution of insecticide-treated nets.
Foster sustainable partnerships to share resources and effective practices.
Monitor and evaluate malaria incidence and prevalence.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as life skills camps and school gardens.
After a 2-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with health workers. You will work with the community to assess the local needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Liberia will teach basic Liberian English to help you connect with the community.
Make a meaningful impact on malaria interventions through enhanced data management.
Become a valued team and community member.
Experience the blend of African and American traditions in a country nicknamed “Little America.”
As the preeminent international service organization of the United States, the Peace Corps sends Americans with a passion for service abroad to work with communities and create lasting change. Volunteers develop sustainable solutions to address challenges in Education, Health, Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Youth Development. Through their Peace Corps experiences, Volunteers gain a unique cultural understanding and a lifelong commitment to service that positions them to succeed in today's global economy. Since President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans of all ages have served in 142 countries worldwide.
