Public Health Officer - Lebanon Crisis Response (Consultant)

About the role

Project HOPE, an international NGO, is providing humanitarian health assistance to the conflict-affected population in Lebanon. It is looking for a Public Health Officer (consultant) to join its Lebanon Country Response team. The officer oversees and monitors the implementation of activities at Primary Healthcare Satellite Units (PSUs) and/or hospitals supported by Project HOPE, ensuring alignment with project objectives and national standards. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor implementation of project activities and guidelines in PSUs, including the setup and use of equipment, and conduct regular field visits (at least 3 times per week)
• Ensure proper referral systems and MoPH reporting requirements (medication consumption, shortages, epidemiological surveillance) are followed
• Follow up on data entry and accuracy on Phenics, extract and compile PSU data, and submit weekly project indicators and weekly/monthly reports
• Report incidents and challenges to the Senior Health Manager and follow up on corrective actions
• Support community outreach, campaigns and events, and lead outreach activities aligned with PSU services
• Use monitoring tools and checklists, support supply chain and security coordination, and train field partners on reporting tools and technical guidelines
• Follow up on patient satisfaction data and coordinate with the local MoPH PHCC Officer/Coordinator

Required profile

• Degree in Nursing, Public Health or another health-related field
• At least 3 years' experience in outreach and health field, including designing and implementing community-based health activities
• Knowledge of the Primary Health Care sector in Lebanon; previous NGO experience highly preferred
• Fluent English and Arabic
• Ability to work in challenging, resource-limited and rapidly changing environments

Required skills

• Knowledge of Phenics and Microsoft Office highly preferred
• Strong communication, cultural sensitivity and adaptability