JOB TITLE: Project Assistant [Announcement closing date has been updated]

LOCATION: Abyan Governorate, Khanfar and Lawdar Districts

REPORT TO: Project Manager

STATUS OF CONTRACT: 3 Months

ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSING DATE: 28/12/2025

ABOUT FMF:

The Field Medical Foundation (FMF) has been operating in Yemen for since 2012 during even the most dangerous peak of the conflict in the region. Our staff of dedicated professionals and passionate volunteers are the helping hand that delivers aid from local and/or international partners to those who require it the most, in a country that was already suffering before the war. Today we have helped humanitarian aid reach the hands of more than 9 million vulnerable people in Yemen to help them not only to survive but also to rebuild their lives. We aim to provide a comprehensive approach to providing aid through interventions, which is why we work in almost all sectors of international emergency relief.

*FMF provides work environment which is free of sexual exploitation and abuse, discrimination, and all forms of harassment and abuse of the foundation.

*We undertake rigorous procedures to ensure that only people suitable to work with children and adults’ beneficiaries are allowed to join our organization so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children and adults’ beneficiaries from abuse.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

This project aims to address acute watery diarrhea outbreaks in the Khanfar and Lawdar districts through coordinated health interventions. The Project Assistant will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective operation of Treatment Centers (DTC) and Oral Rehydration Centers (ORC) during the implementation period.

JOB DESCRIPTION

To support daily project activities, coordinate with health facilities, gather reports, and ensure the smooth running of DTCs and ORCs across the project duration.

POSITION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Coordination

• Assist in daily coordination of project activities and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Support communication between project management, health facilities, district health office level and teams at DTCs and ORCs.

Health Facility Follow-up

• Regularly follow up with health facilities to collect performance reports and monitor activities.
• Provide support to health facility staff in implementing project protocols.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Collect and compile reports from DTCs and ORCs for analysis and decision-making.
• Ensure accurate documentation of activities, outcomes, success stories and lessons learned.

Logistical Support

• Assist in the organization and distribution of medical supplies and resources required for DTCs and ORCs.
• Support the planning of training sessions and community outreach activities.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Participate in monitoring and evaluation efforts by gathering information and feedback from beneficiaries.
• Suggest improvements based on observations from the field.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in General Medicine and Surgery.
• Experience in project support, particularly in health or emergency response settings.
• Familiarity with WASH practices and healthcare delivery in emergencies is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The role may require travel within the 2 districts to various health facilities.
• Work may be subject to a dynamic and challenging environment related to health emergencies.

NOTE: Applicants are requested to apply as soon as possible; the interviews will be done in a rolling basis.

HOW TO APPLY: 

• The deadline for receiving applications is Sunday, December 28, 2025 
• Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by (CLICKING HERE) 
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.