Health Service Director in Central Asia
This well-established and respected NGO's health sector includes training and programmes in mental health, physiotherapy, community health and eye-care. You will develop the strategic direction of the health programme, and assess, improve and maintain its effectiveness. Line-manage the Project Managers and supervise the programme; improve relations with government and donors; develop personal and professional networking.
Qualities & Gifts Sought
MSc or higher in public health or a related field. Health sector experience in the developing world. You demonstrate competence in project management and leadership.
You have a commitment to the development of sustainable, affordable, equitable health services. You will commit to the NGO's mission, values and approach, with willingness to live and work in an unpredictable cross-cultural context.
Fluent written and spoken English, and willingness to learn and use the local language.
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About Medical Ministry
WEC International has been involved in development through medical
work from its beginnings in the 1920s – in the Congo, the Amazon, and
the Himalayas.
WEC helps local churches and NGOs run clinics and hospitals. Our members bring medical expertise in fields like HIV-AIDS, ophthalmology, midwifery and dentistry, and serve in several countries across Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Central America.
Dr Helen Roseveare, who developed hospitals in the Congo, and overcame incredible challenges, said 'Jesus is worth it'.
WECer Maud Kells OBE from Northern Ireland pioneered nursing training in the Congo. Read her book 'Open Door'.
What's it like to be a medical missionary?
"Three mornings a week I work at a local hospital. Together with a local nurse we encourage women with newborn babies to breastfeed their infant. We have only a few minutes with each mother yet it is a great opportunity to share God’s love with these young women at a very special, precious and at the same time vulnerable moment of their lives." (a midwife)
"I have loved my time at Sibanor with WEC. I have had the opportunity to learn new skills, develop in confidence as a doctor, and grow in my Christian faith. It has been a huge privilege to be welcomed by the Gambian people and to serve alongside the amazing missionary team here." (Dr Will)