Job Opportunity: Clinical Nurse – Drop-In Center (DIC) position available at Family Guidance Association of Ethiopia - FGAE in Assosa and Gilgle beles town, Benishangul Gumuz. Health Care jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.

Job Purpose

The Clinical Nurse will deliver essential health services at the Drop-In Center (DIC), including clinical care, counseling, referrals, and health education. They will maintain high standards of professionalism and create a welcoming environment for all clients.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Provide medical care, including first aid and treatment for minor illnesses or injuries.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings for DIC clients.
• Counsel clients on reproductive health, mental health, HIV/AIDS prevention, and substance use.
• Dispense medications per prescriptions and provide usage guidance.
• Administer vaccinations, wound care, and other nursing procedures.
• Create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for all clients.

• Facilitate workshops and discussions on health, life skills, and preventive care.

  Coordination and Referrals

• Identify clients requiring specialized care and make timely referrals.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local healthcare facilities.

• Follow up on referrals to ensure clients receive appropriate care.

  Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate medical and service records.
• Prepare and submit regular activity reports.
• Manage inventory and ensure adequate supplies of medical and non-medical items.

• Collect and report data for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

  Safeguarding and Crisis Management

• Respond effectively to health emergencies and crises.
• Uphold safeguarding measures, especially for vulnerable populations.

• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in handling client information.

  Community Engagement

• Conduct outreach to promote DIC services.

• Foster relationships with community members, authorities, and partner organizations.

  Capacity Building

• Participate in relevant training to enhance skills.
• Share best practices and lessons learned with team 
• members.

Qualifications

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor degree in Nursing or Health Officer from a recognized institution.

• Must be a licensed/registered nurse with a valid practicing certificate.

  Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in community-based or public health settings.
• Experience with key populations such as youth, women, or individuals living with HIV/AIDS is advantageous.

• ART training and experience are added advantages.

  Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in basic medical procedures and first aid.
• Strong interpersonal, counseling, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, and substance abuse issues.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in [local language] and English (both written and spoken).

Key Attributes

• Empathy and non-judgmental service delivery approach.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Flexibility and adaptability to dynamic environments.

Working Conditions

• Based at the DIC, with occasional travel for outreach activities.
• May involve working evenings, weekends, or holidays, based on client needs.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send no-returnable applications with CV, copies of credentials, and other supporting documents through ethiojobs within 10 calendar days of this announcement. 

Family Guidance Association of Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

For more information about the Association, Please visit www.fgaeet.org (http:/www.fgaeet.org/)