Saturday, September 1, 2018

Programme Coordinator Bajura – UNFPA Country Office, Nepal




Programme Coordinator Bajura – UNFPA : UNFPA Country Office, Nepal announces vacancy for the position of Programme Coordinator based in Bajura – UNFPA Position: Programme Coordinator, Bajura (1 position) (Service Contract – SB 4/Peg II)

Scope of Services:  The position will be based in the field and will be responsible for liaising with selected municipalities and UNFPA implementing partners to oversee the implementation of UNFPA supported programme activities in line with the 8th Country Programme 2018-2022. S/he will advocate for and facilitate advancing the national commitments to implement the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), and the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development at local level in close collaboration with relevant partners.

Eligibility: Completion of Advanced Degree in Health (including Medicine) or Social Sciences, preferably in Management, Public/ Business Administration, Public Health, Population or Development Studies; At least five years of progressively working experience at the community, district and national levels in programme planning, management, monitoring and evaluation, in a related field preferably within the UN system; Demonstrated capability and good understanding of UNFPA’s mandate in particular related to population dynamics, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and gender equality; Excellent command of oral and written English and Nepali are essential, knowledge of other local languages will be an advantage; ability to function in multicultural work environment.

How to apply: More detailed information, including the detailed Terms of Reference, competency profile and education/experience and other requirements can be found at: http://nepal.unfpa.org/en/vacancies/programme-coordinator-bajura-deadline-16-september-2018. Applicants (Nepalese nationals only) must complete a Personal History Form (P-11), and attach a curriculum vitae (CV). P-11 form can be downloaded from the link. Please send your applications only by email to jobs.nepal@unfpa.org clearly marking the Position Title in the Subject of your email.    

Deadline for applications: 16 September 2018 by 5.00pm Nepal time. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. UNFPA will only respond to applicants to whom we have further interest.

Work Environment:  UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, embracing diversity in all its forms, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities for all, including persons with disabilities.

Notice: UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

Source: https://nepal.unfpa.org/

Job Vacancy for BPH - Nutrition and WASH Specialist and Field Officer


Aasaman Nepal (ASN) is one of the leading NGOs engaged in developing and implementing programs aimed to protection, promotion and fulfillment of child rights in Nepal. Since its establishment in 1999, ASN has been continuously active in the development of children in terms of education, child rights, health and nutrition and livelihood. While operating in education and school based program, ASN realized that child nutrition is one of the important component to be considered to give momentum and attain the vision of happier and healthier children because they directly affect the future of the children. 
Aasaman Nepal in partnership with Welthungerhilfe (WHH), is implementing ‘SMART Nutrition Village’ in Rautahat and Saptari districts with the aim to contribute to food and nutrition security amongst women of reproductive, vulnerable and food insecure families. For this purpose, Aasaman Nepal is looking for experienced and highly qualified Nepali candidates for the following positions:  

1.Nutrition and WASH Specialist-1 (Rautahat) 
The WASH Specialist should work under the direct supervision of Program Coordinator and s/he will be responsible to implement project activities, monitoring and reporting. S/he should be updated with environmental matters and be aware of the policies and development in the areas of operation. 
Qualification and Experience required: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health with a minimum of two years of professional work experience in nutrition and WASH-related programs.

2. Field Officer (Rautahat-4 and Saptari-4)  
Field Officer will be responsible for providing technical support, execution plan activities and monitoring in the field level activities in order to ensure high standard of the project implementation. 
Qualification and skills required: Bachelors in Public Health with at least one year of proven experience in implementing and managing health and nutrition programs in Nepal. 

3. Finance & Admin Officer- 1 (Saptari):  
The Finance and Administration Officer reports to the Project Manager and is responsible for providing effective and efficient financial and administrative services. He/she should maintain the purchase order system, assets register, financial files, and records. 
Qualification and Experience Required: Bachelor in Accounting with audit background and a good understanding of accounting principles including accrual accounting, reconciliations, and preparedness to learn more complex principles is required. 

Other Attributes for all positions: Excellent quality of work and commitment to high standards, strong communication skills, team building and willingness and motivated for good service delivery with strong networking and interpersonal skills and comfortable to work under stress and emergencies. 
Age Limit: Candidates between 21 years to 45 years are only eligible to apply for all the above posts. 
Duration: Annual contract basis with three months probation period with the possibility of extension 
Competent candidates with I/ NGO sector experience from disadvantaged, marginalized groups, females and inhabitants of the project districts will be given priority. 
How to apply: Interested candidates are requested to submit their application along with an up-to-date CV by September 6, 2018, via email at asnvacancy@gmail.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for participation in the recruitment process. No telephone inquiry is entertained
(Original Source: JobsNepal.com)

Job Opportunity for HA/Staff Nurse/CMA/ANM at SAC Nepal

SOCIAL AWARENESS CENTER (SAC) NEPAL, a non-profit making and social service oriented organization. It has been launching its programs in coordination and collaboration with different GO’s, NGO’s and INGO’s focusing rural people who have lower socio-economic status. SAC has been struggling for inclusive and equitable society”. He, who wants to give light to other, has to burn himself” following this norm the board members, staffs and the volunteers has been working against the social illogicality/absurdities. While going ahead SAC has been playing important roles and responsibilities and possibilities for the people of this region. In the present context of Nepal, all the activities of the organization are focused on democratic exercise and organizational development of human right in participation of civil society .The organization is conducting the activities of community development in the participation of local people. In the changing context SAC has been mobilizing the internal and external resources, searching the opportunities and conducting collaborative activities /programs.
Position Title: Social Mobilizer
No. of Vacancy: 10
Location: Based in Surkhet Project Area

Job Specification
Education Level: Intermediate
Experience Required: More than 1 year
Professional Skill Required: Case Study Writing Facilitation Report Writing Community MobilizationStress Management
Other Specification
  • Must have completed Diploma Level health course (Staff Nurse or HA) with at least one year experience; or
  • Must have completed +2 level and junior level health course(ANMorCMA) with at least 3 years experience in related field
  • Must have good report writing skills
  • Must have sound knowledge on Asrh

Job Description
  • The position will be overall responsible to work closely with the Project Coordinator and ED/Board of organization and local government and agencies working at Palika levels, Health Facility (government-non government ) to create enabling environment
  • To facilitate /support in the project implementation process to ensure the project activities are accomplished within the set quality/quantity and time
  • Under the direct supervision of Project Coordinator, Social Mobilizer will be responsible to lead the project related activities of the project by mobilizing and coordination of health workers, mentors

Last date to apply: Sep. 04, 2018
How to Apply:

Interested Candidates are requested to send their updated resume to 
vacancysacnepal@gmail.com or info@sacnepal.org.np


(Original source: merojob.com)

लोक सेवा आयोग, काठमाडाै कार्यालयको वि.नं. ११४७४-११४८०/०७४-७५,(खुला तथा समावेशी) नेपाल स्वास्थ्य सेवा, हे.ई. समूह, पाँचौ तह, हे.अ. , वि.नं. ११४८४-११४८७/०७४-७५,(खुला/समावेशी) नेपाल स्वास्थ्य सेवा, फार्मेसी समूह फार्मेसी सुपरभाइजर र वि.नं. ११४८२-११४८३/०७४-७५,(खुला/महिला) नेपाल स्वास्थ्य सेवा, मे.ल्या.टे समूह, ज.मे.ल्या.टे. उपसमूह, पाँचौ तह, ल्याव टेक्निसियन पदको लिखित नतिजा

लोक सेवा आयोग, पश्चिमाञ्चल क्षेत्रीय निर्देशनालय, पोखराको वि.नं. १३०५७-१३०६३/०७४-७५ (खुला/समावेशी), नेपाल स्वास्थ्य सेवा, हे.ई. समूह, पाँचौं तह, हेल्थ असिष्टेण्ट वा सो सरह पदको लिखित नतिजा

जन स्वास्थ्यकर्मीले जन्माए नयाँ संस्था, सरकारी जनस्वास्थ्य संघ,नेपाल गठन


सरकारी सेवामा कार्यरत हे समूहका जनस्वास्थ्यकर्मीहरुको भेलाले सरकारी जनस्वास्थ्य संघ नेपाल भन्ने संस्था स्थापना गरेको राजधानीमा आज सम्पन्न भेलाले दीपक झाको अध्यक्षतामा १७ सदस्यीय केन्द्रीय तदर्थ समिति गठन गरेको उक्त समितिको उपाध्यक्षमा प्रदेश नं मा बृजकुमार दाश, प्रदेश नं मा गौरब ढकाल, प्रदेश नम्बर मा नन्दराज अवस्थी गण्डकी प्रदेशमा रमेश बाह्रकोटीलाई चयन गरेको यस्तै प्रदेश नं बाट उपाध्यक्षमा विशाल सुवेदी, कर्णाली प्रदेशबाट चेतन निधि वाग्ले प्रदेश नं बाट दयाकृष्ण पन्त चयन भएका छन्

भेलाले समितिको सचिवको जिम्मेवारी अमर दवाडी, कोषाध्यक्ष अनिल केसी, सहसचिव रामबहादुर नेपालीलाई दिएको यस्तै सदस्यहरुमा उपेन्द्र ढुंगाना, केशव चापागाईँ, बसुन्धरा शर्मा, दीपक अधिकारी, अंगतबहादुर शाही शिवराज सुनार चयन भएका छन् नेपालको विद्यमान स्वास्थ्य समस्याको निराकणको लागि प्रतिकारात्मक, प्रवर्धनात्मक,उपचारात्मक, पुर्नस्थापनान्तमक, रोग रोकथाम तथा नियन्त्रण लगायतका विषयलाई नियन्त्रण गर्न जनस्वास्थ्यकर्मीहरु एक हुनुपर्ने त्यसका लागि नै संस्थाको स्थापना गरिएको सचिव अमर दवाडीले बताए
नेपाली हेल्थ  २०७५ भदौ १६ गते १७:५६ मा प्रकाशित

Monday, August 27, 2018

Job Opportunity for Diploma Pharmacy at AMDA Nepal

            Post: Pharmacy Associate
            Qualification:Dipoloma in Pharmacy
            Project: AMDA PHCP, Damak

                                                                                             
                                                                                            (९ भाद्र २०७५ कान्तिपुर दैनिंक मा प्रकाशित )

Job Opportunity for Lab Technician

Saturday, August 18, 2018

Natural Ways to Prevent Prostate Cancer


There is no single best way to prevent prostate cancer, but several natural methods can help. These include maintaining a healthful weight, exercising, and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. After skin cancerprostate cancer is the type most common among American men, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For the majority, prostate cancer is not fatal. The American Cancer Society estimate that males with prostate cancer have a 5-year survival rate of 99 percent.
Prostate cancer can still carry serious consequences for quality of life and may be life-threatening. In this article, we describe several natural steps a person can take to reduce their risk of developing prostate cancer.

Can you prevent prostate cancer?
Adding soy products to the diet may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer. It is not possible to prevent prostate cancer, but it is possible to reduce a person's risk.
Most natural methods of reducing this risk are safe if a person follows a doctor's instructions and has no allergic response.
Incorporate these methods into a broader care plan, and speak with a doctor beforehand.
The best ways to reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer are to make positive changes involving diet and exercise, according to the American Cancer Society.
If a person tries to reduce their risk in other ways, these are less likely to be effective without a healthful diet and exercise program.

Natural ways to lower risk

Researchers continue to investigate the potential for medications and natural remedies to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
The following drugs may be effective:
·        finasteride (Proscar)
·        dutasteride (Avodart)
·        aspirin
However, no study to date definitively demonstrates that any drugs can eliminate the risk. In recent years, rigorous biomedical research has tested the effectiveness of natural remedies. For example, results of laboratory studies have suggested that saw palmetto has beneficial properties. However, it is not an effective treatment for prostate cancer.
Below are some natural remedies that are commonly used to lower the risk of prostate cancer.

Soy products

Isoflavones are a chemical compound with anti-inflammatory properties. The foods with the highest concentrations of isoflavones are soybean products, including:
·        tofu
·        soy milk
·        miso
Other foods that contain isoflavones include:
·        chickpeas
·        beans
·        alfalfa
2016 study concluded that isoflavones could benefit health in several ways, including helping to protect against prostate cancer.
The medical community currently holds that, while isoflavones cannot treat or prevent the disease, they can play a protective role.

Omega-3 fatty acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are present in fish and other types of seafood. Additional sources include:
·        walnuts
·        flax seeds
·        soybeans
There is some evidence that omega-3s fatty acids may reduce prostate cancer risk.
However, many experts no longer believe that the acids have significant cancer-fighting properties.

Tomatoes

Studies suggest that tomato consumption may lead to a reduced risk of prostate cancer.
Processed tomatoes, including all cooked and canned varieties, contain a compound called lycopene.
Some studies suggest that this compound may reduce the risk of cancers, especially those of the prostate, lung, and stomach.
review from 2016 found that increased tomato consumption resulted in a reduced risk of prostate cancer, though the authors note that more research is needed. Grapefruit, watermelon, and apricots also contain lycopene.

Coffee

In 2016, researchers published a review of 105 studies that considered the effects of coffee on cancer risk. They concluded that coffee and its antioxidant capabilities may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer and some other types of the disease.

What to avoid

Some compounds in foods may increase a person's risk of developing prostate cancer. Consider avoiding the following:

Selenium and vitamin E

The medical community once considered selenium and vitamin E to be opponents of cancer.
However, more recent research suggests that these compounds, when taken together or in isolation, can increase the risk of prostate cancer in some people.
Anyone concerned about prostate cancer should avoid supplements containing vitamin E or selenium.

Vegetable oils

A diet excessively high in fat can increase the risk of many types of cancer, and the omega-6 fatty acids in vegetable oils may promote the growth of prostate cancer cells.
Oils derived from corn, sunflowers, safflowers, cottonseed, and soybeans, for example, can contain substantial amounts of omega-6 fatty acids.

Grilled or fried meats

The National Cancer Institute in the United States advises against eating meats cooked at high temperatures, typically by grilling or frying.
When a person cooks muscle meat, including beef, pork, and poultry, at high temperatures, the meat may form chemicals that cause changes in DNA, resulting in an increased risk of cancer.

Sugar and carbohydrates

The glycemic load and glycemic index measurements show how quickly carbohydrates and sugars affect a person's blood sugar and insulin.
Some studies have suggested that a diet with a high glycemic load may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute report that, while the relationship between sugar and cancer remains complex, sugar may have the highest impact on the risk of prostate, colorectal and pancreatic cancers.

Risk factors
People aged 65 years of age or older account for many cases of prostate cancer. Risk factors for prostate cancer include:
·        Age. Approximately 60 percent of all prostate cancer diagnoses occur in males aged 65 or older.
·        Genetics. The highest rates of prostate cancer in the U.S. occur in African-American men, followed by men who are Caucasian, Hispanic, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Asian/Pacific Islander, respectively.
·        Diet. A diet rich in fat and low in fruits and vegetables increases the risk of prostate cancer.
·        Environment. Exposure to some industrial chemicals also increases this risk.
·        Family history. If a father or brother has had prostate cancer, a person has more than twice the risk of developing it.
Get regular testing
A lifestyle that includes exercise and a healthful diet can help to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
However, attending regular checkups and screenings is still the best way to handle this risk.
Speak with a doctor before trying natural or alternative ways to prevent cancer.
Takeaway
While it is not possible to prevent prostate cancer, some lifestyle changes and natural compounds may reduce a person's risk.
Anyone concerned about their prostate cancer risk should attend regular checkups and screenings
Source: Medical News Today (https://www.medicalnewstoday.com) By Scott Harris
There is no single best way to prevent prostate cancer, but several natural methods can help. These include maintaining a healthful weight, exercising, and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. After skin cancerprostate cancer is the type most common among American men, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For the majority, prostate cancer is not fatal. The American Cancer Society estimate that males with prostate cancer have a 5-year survival rate of 99 percent.
Prostate cancer can still carry serious consequences for quality of life and may be life-threatening. In this article, we describe several natural steps a person can take to reduce their risk of developing prostate cancer.

Can you prevent prostate cancer?
Adding soy products to the diet may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer. It is not possible to prevent prostate cancer, but it is possible to reduce a person's risk.
Most natural methods of reducing this risk are safe if a person follows a doctor's instructions and has no allergic response.
Incorporate these methods into a broader care plan, and speak with a doctor beforehand.
The best ways to reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer are to make positive changes involving diet and exercise, according to the American Cancer Society.
If a person tries to reduce their risk in other ways, these are less likely to be effective without a healthful diet and exercise program.

Natural ways to lower risk

Researchers continue to investigate the potential for medications and natural remedies to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
The following drugs may be effective:
·        finasteride (Proscar)
·        dutasteride (Avodart)
·        aspirin
However, no study to date definitively demonstrates that any drugs can eliminate the risk. In recent years, rigorous biomedical research has tested the effectiveness of natural remedies. For example, results of laboratory studies have suggested that saw palmetto has beneficial properties. However, it is not an effective treatment for prostate cancer.
Below are some natural remedies that are commonly used to lower the risk of prostate cancer.

Soy products

Isoflavones are a chemical compound with anti-inflammatory properties. The foods with the highest concentrations of isoflavones are soybean products, including:
·        tofu
·        soy milk
·        miso
Other foods that contain isoflavones include:
·        chickpeas
·        beans
·        alfalfa
2016 study concluded that isoflavones could benefit health in several ways, including helping to protect against prostate cancer.
The medical community currently holds that, while isoflavones cannot treat or prevent the disease, they can play a protective role.

Omega-3 fatty acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are present in fish and other types of seafood. Additional sources include:
·        walnuts
·        flax seeds
·        soybeans
There is some evidence that omega-3s fatty acids may reduce prostate cancer risk.
However, many experts no longer believe that the acids have significant cancer-fighting properties.

Tomatoes

Studies suggest that tomato consumption may lead to a reduced risk of prostate cancer.
Processed tomatoes, including all cooked and canned varieties, contain a compound called lycopene.
Some studies suggest that this compound may reduce the risk of cancers, especially those of the prostate, lung, and stomach.
review from 2016 found that increased tomato consumption resulted in a reduced risk of prostate cancer, though the authors note that more research is needed. Grapefruit, watermelon, and apricots also contain lycopene.

Coffee

In 2016, researchers published a review of 105 studies that considered the effects of coffee on cancer risk. They concluded that coffee and its antioxidant capabilities may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer and some other types of the disease.

What to avoid

Some compounds in foods may increase a person's risk of developing prostate cancer. Consider avoiding the following:

Selenium and vitamin E

The medical community once considered selenium and vitamin E to be opponents of cancer.
However, more recent research suggests that these compounds, when taken together or in isolation, can increase the risk of prostate cancer in some people.
Anyone concerned about prostate cancer should avoid supplements containing vitamin E or selenium.

Vegetable oils

A diet excessively high in fat can increase the risk of many types of cancer, and the omega-6 fatty acids in vegetable oils may promote the growth of prostate cancer cells.
Oils derived from corn, sunflowers, safflowers, cottonseed, and soybeans, for example, can contain substantial amounts of omega-6 fatty acids.

Grilled or fried meats

The National Cancer Institute in the United States advises against eating meats cooked at high temperatures, typically by grilling or frying.
When a person cooks muscle meat, including beef, pork, and poultry, at high temperatures, the meat may form chemicals that cause changes in DNA, resulting in an increased risk of cancer.

Sugar and carbohydrates

The glycemic load and glycemic index measurements show how quickly carbohydrates and sugars affect a person's blood sugar and insulin.
Some studies have suggested that a diet with a high glycemic load may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute report that, while the relationship between sugar and cancer remains complex, sugar may have the highest impact on the risk of prostate, colorectal and pancreatic cancers.

Risk factors
People aged 65 years of age or older account for many cases of prostate cancer. Risk factors for prostate cancer include:
·  Age. Approximately 60 percent of all prostate cancer diagnoses occur in males aged 65 or older.
·   Genetics. The highest rates of prostate cancer in the U.S. occur in African-American men, followed by men who are Caucasian, Hispanic, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Asian/Pacific Islander, respectively.
·   Diet. A diet rich in fat and low in fruits and vegetables increases the risk of prostate cancer.
· Environment. Exposure to some industrial chemicals also increases this risk.
·    Family history. If a father or brother has had prostate cancer, a person has more than twice the risk of developing it.
Get regular testing
A lifestyle that includes exercise and a healthful diet can help to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
However, attending regular checkups and screenings is still the best way to handle this risk.
Speak with a doctor before trying natural or alternative ways to prevent cancer.
Takeaway
While it is not possible to prevent prostate cancer, some lifestyle changes and natural compounds may reduce a person's risk.
Anyone concerned about their prostate cancer risk should attend regular checkups and screenings
Source: Medical News Today (https://www.medicalnewstoday.com) By Scott Harris