Vision Care is a dedicated non-governmental organization (NGO) working to improve access to quality eye health services in underserved communities across Tanzania.
The organization implements vital ophthalmic outreach programs, cataract surgical camps, and clinical capacity-building initiatives in close collaboration with partner hospitals and government institutions.
Vision Care invites applications from qualified and motivated Tanzanian candidates for the position of Medical Coordinator to support operations in the Pwani Region and other project sites.
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Job Summary
| Position Title | Medical Coordinator |
| Organization | Vision Care (Eye Health NGO) |
| Duty Station | Main Office with regular field travel to Pwani Region |
| Experience Required | Minimum 24 Months (2 Years) |
| Education Level | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Funding Partners | Supported by KOICA & international donors |
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Eye Screening Programme Coordination
- Logistics & Fieldwork: Coordinate all logistical arrangements and on-site implementation of community eye screening activities.
- Supply Chain & Inventory: Manage medicine stock following each screening event—conducting strict inventory checks, ensuring proper storage, and tracking shelf life.
- Data Management: Compile and enter screening results into the designated database; track referral cases, prescription records, and follow up on patient outcomes.
- Donor Reporting: Prepare aggregate result reports for KOICA and partner reporting using approved templates within required timeframes.
2. Partner Facility Support & Procurement
- Statistical Reporting: Collect, validate, and consolidate monthly patient statistics from partner healthcare facilities and submit reports to the supervisor.
- Needs Assessments: Conduct quarterly medicine and supply procurement needs assessments.
- Procurement Liaison: Coordinate closely with the procurement officer and pharmacy teams to process purchase requests and confirm delivery schedules.
3. Supported Equipment Management
- On-Site Inspections: Conduct quarterly technical and operational inspections of all project-supported equipment at hub hospitals.
- Condition Tracking: Assess and document equipment functionality, utilization levels, and user difficulties in a standardized quarterly Excel tracking sheet.
- Fault Resolution: Coordinate repair or replacement arrangements and maintain continuous follow-up on unresolved equipment faults, providing status updates to the Country Director.
4. Training, Outreach & Community Awareness
- Capacity Building: Coordinate logistics for specialized training events aimed at local ophthalmologists and surgical nurses.
- Surgical Camps: Provide thorough pre-outreach logistical planning for surgical camps, including equipment packing, transport coordination, and site verification.
- Health Education: Support community eye health awareness initiatives; assist in developing and updating bilingual Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials (English/Swahili).
- Public Events: Facilitate health education sessions and support the coordination of annual public health events such as World Sight Day.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Health Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience or program coordination/administrative experience within the health sector or international development field.
- Field Work: Absolute willingness and ability to undertake regular, hands-on field trips to the Pwani Region and other project locations.
Preferred Assets (Strong Advantage)
- Prior experience working directly within eye health (ophthalmic) programs.
- Background working on NGO-funded projects, specifically KOICA or other international donor-funded health initiatives.
Core Skills & Competencies
- Data & Proficiency: Strong experience with Excel-based data management, data validation, and report writing alongside standard MS Office apps.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Swahili to effectively liaise with government officials, clinical staff, and international donors.
- Supply Chain Savvy: Familiarity with medical supply chain processes, pharmaceutical stock management, and basic equipment monitoring.
- Independence: Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks under loose supervision, and hit deadlines in a dynamic field environment.
How to Apply
Required Application Documents
Interested candidates must submit a complete application package consisting of:
- An Application Letter directly addressing the key responsibilities highlighted in this post.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing the contact details of at least two (2) professional referees.
Submission Portal
To submit your digital application and upload your documents, please click the official email here hrvisioncaretz@gmail.com
Employment Equity Note: Vision Care is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and persons living with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
