Chief Security Officer (GMG/SEG1), Spanish Town Hospital

Key Outputs:

• Verified reports from NCD registries.  
• NCD case investigation and case abstraction.  
• Monthly/quarterly/annual reports on surveillance and registry programs submitted to the RHA and Ministry of Health.  
• Quality Assurance Audits conducted and reports submitted.  
• Regional NCD Plans consistent with national policies.  
• Technically sound advice provided.  
• Confidentiality of information maintained.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Regional plans and programs for reducing NCD and injury incidence.  
• Maintain and operate surveillance systems for NCD and injuries at Regional and Parish levels.  
• Ensure NCD databases and registers are up-to-date.  
• Collaborate with Technical Officers to collect, compile, and report data accurately and timely.  
• Conduct audits of NCD and Injury Prevention Programs.  
• Train service providers on NCD case abstractions.  
• Review/conduct NCD case investigations and improve data quality.  
• Provide guidance on NCD epidemiology in the Region.  
• Analyze surveillance data for trend analysis and forecasting.  
• Collaborate with Regional staff on program indicators and report writing.  
• Compile narrative and statistical reports for submission.  
• Assist in designing surveillance systems for NCDs.  
• Liaise with other agencies on epidemiology and surveillance.  
• Provide information to health workers on NCD programs.  
• Train Public Health Officers and field staff in disease surveillance.  
• Use surveillance data to guide health promotion strategies.  
• Stay updated on disease trends regionally and internationally.  
• Represent the Regional Health Authority at national NCD meetings.  
• Participate in research on select cancers and NCDs.  
• Perform other related duties as assigned.  

Performance Standards:

• Deadlines consistently met.  
• Work/Operational Plans completed accurately and timely.  
• Quality assurance mechanisms established and monitored.  
• Reports are technically correct, comprehensive, and delivered on time.  
• Consistently high performance level.  

Competencies:

Functional/Technical:

• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work.  
• Knowledge of National Cancer Registry Guidelines, IARC Guidelines, and surveillance protocols.  
• Understanding of ICD-10 Coding and ICD-O-3.  
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance principles and management practices.  
• Proficiency in technology and medical records management.  

Core Competencies:  

• Strong written and oral communication.  
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.  
• Good interpersonal and analytical skills.  
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and show initiative.  
• High integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.  

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Health-Related Science.  
• Five years’ health field experience, including three in disease surveillance.  
• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or equivalent preferred.  
• Registration with the relevant professional body.  
• Experience in primary/secondary healthcare is an asset.  

Special Conditions:

• Frequent travel across parishes and regions for NCD surveillance and meetings.  
• Extended working hours for manual search, recording, and registration.  

Authority:

• Recommend and implement surveillance standards.  
• Visit healthcare institutions within the Regional Health Authority.  
• Participate in budget preparation for NCD programs.