The Venezuelan Red Cross (CRV) is a humanitarian organization whose mandate is to save lives and improve the conditions of people in vulnerable situations. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, it provides timely assistance in emergencies, disasters and contexts of humanitarian need.
Guided by its Fundamental Principles —Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Volunteering, Unity and Universality—, the CRV acts as an auxiliary to public powers in the humanitarian field, working to reduce human suffering without distinction of race, gender, religion or ideology. Its work encompasses emergency medical care, strengthening community resilience, first aid training, disaster response, and promoting health and well-being.
Through a network of highly engaged volunteers, CRV mobilizes resources efficiently and effectively to be present where it is needed most, when it is needed most. Its work is based on solidarity, respect for human dignity and commitment to the protection of life in all its forms.
If you want to be part of the team and make a difference, we invite you to join.
How can you make a difference? Key functions/Responsibilities
The consultant in Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) will have the main responsibility of providing support in the work to be carried out by the National Health Coordinator.
He/she will be in charge of:
- Carry out rapid diagnosis of SRH services in the National Society.
- Develop/update clinical protocols in SRH (contraception, STIs, HIV, maternal health, etc.).
- Design educational material for patients and health personnel.
- Train the medical and non-medical team on key SRH issues in the branches of Guanare, Barinas, San Fernando de Apure, Guasdualito, Valle de la Pascua, Puerto Ayacucho.
- Provide recommendations to improve SRH care in Red Cross health centers.
Report
The Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) consultant will report to the National Project Coordinator and the National Health Coordinator.
Workplace
Caracas.
To qualify as a builder of the Venezuelan humanitarian system you must meet the following requirements:
- Medical professional with specialization in gynecology and obstetrics
- Minimum 3 years of experience in sexual and reproductive health (SRH), including clinical management of:
- Family planning and contraception.
- Prevention and treatment of STIs/HIV.
- Maternal and perinatal health.
- Attention to key populations (adolescents, women in vulnerable situations, LGBTQ+ communities, etc.).
- Knowledge of national and international SRH regulations.
- Experience in designing and delivering workshops, courses or training in SRH for health personnel and community actors.
- Knowledge of participatory methodologies and pedagogical approaches for adults.
- Ability to prepare educational materials (guides, presentations, dynamics) adapted to different levels of knowledge.
- Experience in learning evaluation (pre and posttest, effective feedback).
- Experience working with urban/rural communities, social organizations or vulnerable groups.
- Knowledge of intercultural approaches in health (culturally relevant care, traditional complementary medicine).
- Ability to facilitate community dialogues and promote active participation in SRH issues.
- Experience in health promotion through community strategies (brigades, health fairs, local radio stations, etc.).
Only a short list of candidates will be contacted to advance to the next phase of the selection process. You will be asked to talk to the previous direct reports /line managers before proceeding to the interviews.
How to apply
All people interested in applying for the position and who meet all or most of the requirements necessary for the position must send their CV to the email: [email protected]
The title of the email should read: Sexual and Reproductive Health Consulting (SSR). (subsidiary to which you are applying)
CVs received without the title assigned to the call will be discarded.
Please review the professional requirements in order to qualify.
