Programme Assistant cum Data Entry - FPA Suwa Sewa Centre, Seethawaka
IT - Software / DB / QA / Web / Graphics / GIS
About the Employer
Job Description
Background: The Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka (FPA Sri Lanka), the pioneer in Family Planning and Reproductive Health Education, is an accredited member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) in the United Kingdom.
Programme Assistant cum Data Entry - FPA Suwa Sewa Centre, Seethawaka
Established in 1953, The Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka (FPA Sri Lanka) is a pioneer institution of initiating and establishing a space for Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services in the country. While its aim is to develop components related to health and wellbeing, FPA Sri Lanka also molds the quality of peoples' lives. Being in existence for 70 years, FPA Sri Lanka has made vast strides in every area of family health including family planning.
The Outreach Unit of the Family Planning Association provides essential SRH and family planning services to underserved, marginalized, and rural communities by reaching the unreached. Through its seven Service Delivery Points, the Outreach Unit of FPA Sri Lanka ensures that various SRH and Family Planning needs are fulfilled for various vulnerable populations.
The Outreach Unit is currently seeking a committed, enthusiastic young individual for the position of Programme Assistant cum Data Entry Operator. The post will be based in the FPA Suwa Sewa Center in Seethawaka.
Key Responsibilities
- Directly report to the Manager of the Suwa Sewa Centre
- Assist SDP manager in implementing all projects and programmes as outlined in the annual program budget and reach the set project targets for the Centre
- Organize and conduct all field-level interventions on the request of the Centre Manager Coordinate and organize Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) programmes
- Enter service and programme data to the M&E system on time
- Overlook all maintenance functions of the drugs, medications and medical supplies, including storage, recording and reporting
- Prepare monthly and quarterly progress reports of the Centre
- Maintain the Centre's inventory
- Represent FPASL in the District with the Centre Manager and in his absence
- Close relationship with service providers
- Ensure the cleanliness and proper maintenance of the Suwa Sewa Centre
- Ensure the proper disposal of clinical and non-clinical waste materials of the Centre Coordinate with health-related stakeholders to maximize the services
- Supervise and monitor the Voluntary Health Assistant programme
- Prepare advance requisitions, check vouchers, settlements, and other finance-related documents for the Manager's signature
- Any other duties assigned by the manager
Job Specifications
- Education: Diploma or A/L qualifications. Knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health is an added advantage
- Experience: 2 to 3 years' experience in project implementation, data entering, and official working in the NGO sector
- Language competency: Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and Sinhala. Tamil language competency is an added advantage
- IT Competency: Good knowledge on MS Office Package
- Contract period: One year, renewable
- Salary: 55,000/= (All inclusive)
FPA Sri Lanka is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and this role may include contact with these groups. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults in our programs.
FPA Sri Lanka is an equal opportunity employer that will not discriminate on grounds such as Age, Gender, Ethnicity, Religion, Marital Status, and Disability. Please send us your application on or before 22nd May 2024, citing two non-related referees and contact details, to the Executive Director at careers@fpasrilanka. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Executive Director
FPA Sri Lanka
37/27, Bullers Lane,
Colombo 07
Or Email to [email protected]
Our website www.fpasrilanka.org
FPA Sri Lanka is an equal opportunity employer
