FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization working to improve lives sustainably through integrated, locally driven solutions across health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, youth, research, technology and communication. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), FHI 360 implements the STRIDES project (Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems), funded by the US Department of State, to strengthen the DRC's capacity to prevent, detect, monitor and rapidly respond to infectious disease threats, including Ebola detection, diagnosis and surveillance and operational aspects of the outbreak response.
The Occupational Health Officer develops, implements and oversees occupational health and safety programs across all FHI 360 offices in the DRC and within emergency operations. Based in Bunia, the role is the organization's main point of contact for occupational health and safety, coordinating health surveillance, incident and exposure management, and staff wellbeing initiatives across operational sites. The officer works closely with management, provincial authorities, health partners and international organizations (WHO, CDC).
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and update occupational health and safety policies, procedures and SOPs (staff medical screening, exposure management, incident response, medical referral, isolation, evacuation, post-exposure follow-up), including protocols specific to Ebola/BVD response
- Set up and manage occupational health surveillance systems, pre-deployment medical screening, and staff health records
- Manage the tracking system for occupational exposure incidents (needle-stick, sharps, mucous membrane exposures), investigate incidents, classify exposures and coordinate follow-up and medical referral/evacuation
- Design and deliver OHS training, including onboarding, PPE use, first aid and quarterly refreshers; mentor field supervisors and support partner health facilities
- Conduct workplace risk assessments, site inspections and safety audits; manage PPE, first-aid and emergency supplies
- Liaise with the DRC Ministry of Health, provincial authorities, WHO and CDC, and coordinate with the protection focal point and OHS consultant
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual OHS reports with trend analysis for management and donors
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in occupational health, public health, nursing, medical sciences or a related field; a Master's in public health or occupational health is an asset
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in occupational health and safety
- Prior experience with an NGO, in the humanitarian sector or in public health; experience managing occupational health programs in field or challenging environments
- Experience in infectious disease prevention, occupational exposure management and emergency response is highly valued
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English (both mandatory)
- Ability to travel to all FHI 360 operational sites in the DRC (10-25% travel), work in remote areas, and hold a valid driver's license
Closing date: 2026-11-11
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the FHI 360 careers portal (Requisition 2026201567). Candidates must submit a cover letter and a detailed, updated CV (title, positions held, period, tasks and responsibilities) with at least three verifiable professional references (including their positions, email addresses and phone numbers), along with copies of diplomas and certificates of service. Fluency in both French and English is required.
https://fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-GB/FHI_360_External_Career_Portal/job/Bunia-DRC/OCCUPATIONAL-HEALTH-OFFICER_Requisition-2026201567/apply