ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (EH) PROGRAM OFFICER

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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (EH) PROGRAM OFFICER

Program–Nepal Mission- Base office in Nepalgunj 

Date updated: 5th September 2025

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Environmental Health (EH) Officer will support the effective implementation of the program, with a special focus on environmental health, occupational health and safety (OHS), and urban health, including the Healthy City approach.

The position is stationed at the Nepalgunj field office.

The position is responsible for ensuring the optimum quality of project interventions and must contribute to upholding MdM’s best practices, including adherence to the code of conduct, policies, and procedures of the organization.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Hierarchical link: Program Manager

Other: This position will work in close collaboration with local partner and country office team.

ROLES:

1. Program Implementation and Technical Assistance

• Support the effective and efficient program implementation and quality delivery of the program activities following MdM guidelines and policies;
• Ensure quality, effective and efficient implementation of the environmental health, OHS and urban health related activities by all bodies involved, and perform regular field visits to ensure the good project implementation;
• Provide technical guidance to the local partner team, specifically to WASH Officer, the Health Activity Officer and other relevant staff of Partner NGO (PNGO) on planning, implementation and monitoring of project activities;
• Support PNGO and CSOs in the implementation of sensitization and orientation of Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) interventions and public health campaigns in environmental health, urban health, and OHS including components of Healthy City initiative;
• Support Program Manager to ensure that the project objectives and targets are achieved in a timely manner and that activities are carried out according to MdM standards;
• Monitor the context, propose adjustments in all reference documents, plans, schedules according to any relevant changes under the direction of the Program Manager;
• Support in development and expansion of programs and activities of MdM;
• Support to organize learning and sharing events on behalf of MdM.

2. Health Advocacy and Collaboration

• Engage with stakeholders and experts to plan and implement workshops, seminars, and advocacy events to promote the Healthy City and environmental health approaches with local government;
• Collaborate and advocate with local government and multisectoral stakeholders to develop health-related plan/ policies/ guidelines, especially in the sector of a Healthy City approach, environmental health, and OHS;
• Establish and sustain the networking with key stakeholders at local, district and regional levels and participate in local, provincial, and national platforms in identified areas of cooperation and advocacy;
• Contribute to developing communication and advocacy materials, including promotion of project achievements via local social media and other media portals;
• Contribute to increase access to quality OHS services for beneficiaries through existing health facilities, including capacity building of healthcare providers, under the supervision of the Medical Coordinator;
• Contribute to ensure the active participation of community members in program activities, and, under the functional supervision of the Medical Coordinator, build the capacity of local CSOs and Cooperatives to collectively engage local members on identified health issues;
• Promotion of the conducive environment through networking and workshops by engaging with stakeholders through public, private, and people partnership (4P) platform, 3R campaigns and other public platforms
• With the Medical Coordinator, contribute to the identification of needs in local health system and health facilities and the development of a support plan with technical details;
• Contribute to advocate for beneficiaries’ and communities’ access to quality health services;
• Represent MdM and participate in any relevant events, platforms, and forums to increase achievement of public health objectives.

3. Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Plan and conduct regular field visits to ensure the quality of the project implementation and organize the support and monitoring visits;
• Liaise between PNGO and M&E department of MdM to ensure that the monitoring and evaluation system mechanisms are operated effectively, including Monitool operations.
• Assist in conducting periodic assessments/ surveys, produce analytical reports in coordination with M&E team of MdM;
• Contribute to analyse program results and potential corrective measures to be taken, incollaboration with country coordination team;
• Contribute to provide guidelines, templates, training, and support to project team members involved in data collection/ evaluation activities;
• Contribute to any relevant project reports such as monthly situational report, donor reports and other periodic reports are developed respecting the deadlines;
• Prepare and disseminate meeting minutes, and steering committee meeting minutes;
• Support PNGO to implement the evaluation and research studies in coordination with local stakeholders, government authorities and MdM coordination team.
• Play a lead role in the documentation of best practices, case stories, key learning and major achievements of the project for institutional memory, knowledge management and report writing.
• Coordinate, record and immediately report to program Manager and MdM team in case of any humanitarian emergency situation in the field.

4. Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to project LPAC/CPAC compliances under the supervision of the Program Manager.

CONTEXT:

Médecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organisation whose mission is to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations, the world over, including France. It seeks to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other healthcare providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, and to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care.

For more than 40 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organization committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations here and abroad. It has continued to bear witness to obstacles that exist in accessing healthcare and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies.

Those working for this independent organization do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations. MdM France currently works in 30 countries across all continents to facilitate access to healthcare through 6 political battles:

• Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights
• Migration, Exile, Human Rights and Health
• Harm Reduction
• Environment and Health
• Humanitarian Space
• Health care system

Since its inception in 1995,Médecins du Monde(MdM) has been steadfastly dedicated to advancing healthcare initiatives in Nepal, addressing a diverse array of critical issues. These endeavors encompass a multifaceted approach, targeting key areas such as tuberculosis and HIV management, sexual and reproductive health education and services, as well as fortifying the healthcare infrastructure in both urban and rural settings. Moreover, MdM has been instrumental in orchestrating swift and effective emergency responses across various provinces of Nepal, ensuring timely assistance in times of crisis.

Presently, MdM has turned its focus towards the realm of environmental health, recognizing the pressing need to safeguard the well-being of vulnerable populations. Specifically, the organization is deeply invested in promoting occupational health standards for informal waste workers and marginalized farmers, who often endure hazardous conditions and are exposed to pesticide risks in their daily routines. This holistic approach encompasses a range of cross-cutting activities, notably the integration of occupational health and safety (OHS) measures within broader health system strengthening initiatives. Additionally, MdM remains committed to facilitating access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, recognizing them as fundamental rights that must be upheld. Furthermore, the provision of emergency health services remains a cornerstone of MdM's mission, with dedicated efforts being channeled into the Lumbini and Bagmati provinces to ensure swift and efficient responses to emergent healthcare needs. Through these comprehensive efforts, MdM continues to make invaluable contributions towards enhancing the health and well-being of communities throughout Nepal.

Because of the emergency relief nature of MDM’s work, working hours may be irregular and employees are expected to be flexible in their approach to working hours under emergency conditions.

Médecins du Monde - France is a French humanitarian organization involved in emergency, post-emergency, and development programs in Nepal.

The employee shall respect Médecins du Monde - France’s schedule and Terms and Conditions of Engagement for National Staff and is expected to be available anytime in order to quickly respond to an emergency situation and be flexible and available beyond normal working hours if requested. This job description can be modified according to changes in MDM activities or in the context. It can be amended at any time after mutual consultation to meet the requirements of the programs.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Training & Experience

• Minimum of 5years of working experience in the field of environmental health and urban health involving implementation, management, and coordination in the public health sector and government authorities with INGOs. Urban health and coordination with authorities is prerequisites. Experience in program planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• 1-2 years of experience with managing a humanitarian healthcare project.
• Familiarity with the healthy city approach, urban health, waste management, and WASH is advantageous.

Soft skills

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Health,  or a related field; a Master’s degree is highly desirable.
• Understand the project cycle
• Master the theme of the intervention, the issues and frameworks (national and MdM) involved
• Know the principles of logistics and budget management (and pharmacy as required)
• Plan and quantify activities
• Adapt planning to unforeseen events
• Analyse data and indicators
• Work in a team and in partnerships
• Inform and communicate internally and externally
• Write professional reports, collect and analyse data, organise, classify and communicate information
• Communicate MdM values and positions
• Discuss, negotiate and convince authorities and partners.
• Adapt communication to the audience
• Know how to approach a cultural and social context. Identify and understand a society’s norms, customs and practices

Hard skills

• IT
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Pack,SharePoint, Teams, and other communication tools. Skills on MS Excel is an asset.
  • Skills on web platforms is an asset.
• Languages
  • Fluent in Nepali and English (both written and oral).
  • Knowledge of local languages of beneficiary is an asset.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Type of contract : Fixed Term
• Reason: This position is fixed term depending on country strategy of Nepal, operational need and funding availibility to this position.
• Duration: 1Year, Renewal annually based on need and funding availability.
• Rhythm : Full-time
• Location: Nepalgunj, Banke
• Analytical code: INP090
• Related occupation: Program Officer

Closing Date for Applications: 17 September 2025

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are requested to complete the application form by clicking APPLY HERE.

Médecinsdu Monde (MdM) strongly encourages applications from women and individuals from marginalized communities.

Please note that MdM Nepal reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or modify the recruitment process at any stage without prior notice.

MdM is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a recruitment process free from discrimination based on nationality, race, gender, religion, social class, language, origin, or political opinion.