Careers

BACKGROUND

The Caribbean Training and Education Center for Health (C-TECH) is a locally registered organization with its headquarters in Jamaica. C-TECH’s mission is to partner with government, academic, and civil society organizations to support strong health systems and a skilled and empowered health care workforce to improve the health of communities within the Caribbean.

 

C-TECH supports countries in the region in their efforts to successfully address health workforce and health system challenges. C-TECH has been implementing innovative, locally driven healthcare Programmemes in the Caribbean for the past 17 years, focusing on health systems strengthening, developing health workforces and strengthening the response for people with non-communicable diseases.

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented individual to join our Operations team as a Programme Officer. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating the E-Learning Programmes, as well as communications and organisational strengthening activities.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

A. E-Learning Coordination:

· Continue to implement C-TECH’s E-Learning Strategy and revise as needed.

· Follow up with LMS vendors to ensure smooth functioning of the LMS

· Review LMS reports using Moodle reporting tools and Microsoft Excel

· Serve as back up to help students to enroll/create accounts; help with access problems (e.g. password reset); assist with issues fulfilling assignments

· Coordinate all E-Learning courses including the University of Washington Global Health E-Learning (eDGH) courses.

· Support the team with the implementation of the weekly Virtual Clinical Community of Practice.

· Support Key Population Preceptorship (KPP) Web Module implementation

· Coordinate KPP training sessions

· Collaborate with staff and other stakeholders to identify training needs and suggest E-Learning solutions to meet those needs, as needed.

· In collaboration with content experts, instructional designer and graphic designer, manage the development and implementation of courses, as needed.

· In collaboration with the M&E Advisor, coordinate and administer the monitoring and evaluation of all Learning Programmes through assessments, surveys, and evaluations.

 

B. Communications

· Coordinate the development of marketing and promotional materials related to learning programmes and initiatives.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendor to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communication channels.

· Coordinate all partnership building activities.

· Support the Executive Director with the preparation and review of reports to the Board of Directors and other stakeholders.

 

C. Organisational Strengthening

· In collaboration with the Resource Mobilization team, identify potential funding opportunities, and support the development of grant proposals.

· Serve as administrative contact for sub-award management.

· Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning events for staff to enhance the capacity of the organization.

· Ensure staff occupational health, safety, security and emergency response.

· Any other related duties assigned.

 

 

Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor or required to meet the needs of the position.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Education, or a related field. A Master’s degree would be an asset.

· Minimum of 3 years of work experience in E-Learning programme coordination, or related roles.

· Familiarity with Moodle Learning Management Systems would be an asset.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong organizational and project management skills to effectively manage multiple projects, set priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing requirements.

· Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.

· Familiarity with communication tools and platforms.

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

This position offers the flexibility to work remotely for a few days per week. While remote, you will be expected to maintain regular communication and collaboration with team members through online communication channels and video conferencing tools. Travel will be required for team meetings, trainings and partnership-related activities.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

C-TECH recognizes that disparities in health around the globe stem from inequity. Therefore, C-TECH encourages and supports the multiple identities of staff including, but not limited to, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, language, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, culture, spiritual practice, geography, mental and physical disability, and age. C-TECH strives to become a local, national, and international leader in developing and maintaining increased representation and recognition of each of these dimensions of diversity among its staff.

 

Complete Terms of Reference for the position are available at: https://ctech-caribbean.org/careers/

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resource Department at hr@ctech-caribbean.org no later than Wednesday, August 16, 2023. We appreciate all applications. Current employees of the Ministry of Health and Wellness are not eligible to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Joining Forces to Tackle NCDs!

Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Caribbean Training and Education Center for Health (C-TECH) team of Consultants had a fruitful meeting with Dr. Hon. Christopher Tufton, Minister of Health and Wellness, on July 14, 2023. Joined by his NCD team at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, we discussed the Caribbean Development Bank funded Caribbean Moves project. This initiative aims to improve the health of the Caribbean region and combat non-communicable diseases. Stay tuned for updates on our collaborative efforts!

A stressful work environment can contribute to several health issues both mentally and physically, these may include headache, insomnia, stomach-aches, anxiety, difficulty concentrating high blood pressure, and a weakened immune system. 

It is important then that we take meaningful steps to ensure that we are manging our own personal space to avoid some of these issues. Our assumption, perception and expectation affect how we react to others and life situations and ultimately how we view how jobs. When assumption, expectations and perceptions are not met, we respond through our thought’s feelings and behaviours. It is important to practice positive thinking as our thoughts affects how we feel, and our feelings affects how we behave.

Here are some tips to help you with your work environment:

  • Seek for clarity instead of trying to convince yourself of what others are thinking
  • Refrain from personalisation, not everything mentioned is a direct attack on you
  • Invest in self care
  • Set limits
  • Proper nutrition
  • Connect with people

We often here people expressing how stressed they are feeling or how over worked they are, not having enough time to do the things they like such as spending time with friend and families or even a few self-care activities. We have watch families suffer due to long working hours as well as our jobs due to loss of interest and enthusiasm resulting from burnout. 

When workers are balanced and happy, they are more productive, take fewer sick days, and are more likely to stay in their jobs.

Here is how you can accomplish work life balance

At work    

  • Set manageable goals each day. 
  • Be efficient with your time at work. 
  • Take five. 
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Give yourself a break. 

         At Home

  • Don’t over commit. 
  • Get support. 
  • Stay active. 
  • Treat your body right. 
  • Get help if you need it. 

Tameca Dempster-Mattocks is an accomplished Associate Counseling Psychologist and Financial Counsellor, holding an M.Sc. Degree in Counselling and Social Work from Mico University College, along with multiple certifications in mental health from the University of Washington.

 

Currently, she holds the positions of Regional Psychologist – NERHA and Mental Health Program Coordinator at the Caribbean Training & Education Center for Health (C-TECH). Tameca has successfully managed regional mental health projects, overseeing and leading impactful initiatives that positively influence the mental well-being of individuals in the region. 

 

With a passion for community service, Tameca actively contributes to various private and charitable organizations, dedicating her time as a volunteer to support community members and at-risk youth.

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