Project Medical Officer (Clinical – Eye health)

Duty Station: Tanzania (with field travel as required)

Employment Type: Part time Contract- 4 days a week

Job Description

Vision Care is a non-governmental organization working to improve access to quality **eye health services** in underserved communities in Tanzania. The organization implements ophthalmic outreach programs, cataract surgical camps, and capacity-building initiatives in collaboration with partner hospitals and government institutions.

Vision Care invites applications from qualified Tanzanian candidates for the position of

Project Medical Officer(Clinical -Eye health)

Applicants must clearly indicate the track they are applying for.

Duties and Responsibilities
Medical officer – Clinical (Eye Health)

Coordinate and support **ophthalmic clinical services**, including eye screening, outpatient consultations, cataract and minor eye surgeries, and post-operative follow-up
Coordinate on-site clinical activities during **eye outreach programs and cataract surgical camps**
Work closely with **ophthalmologists, ophthalmic nurses, and optometrists** to ensure continuity and quality of eye care
Support patient flow management, triage, and referral for eye conditions
Support clinical documentation, ophthalmic registers, and reporting of eye health outcomes
Participate in mentoring and on-the-job support for local eye health personne
Support on medical stock and equipment management
Liaise with partner hospitals, medical teams, suppliers, and relevant authorities
Compile activity reports and support donor and internal reporting requirements
Qualification and Experience
Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent), Ophthalmic Nursing, or a related clinical field
Valid professional registration with a recognized council in Tanzania
At least 1year of clinical experience, preferably in **eye health or ophthalmic services**
Experience in cataract surgery programs, eye outreach, or hospital eye units is an added advantage
Skills and Competencies
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Good communication skills in English and Swahili
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Proficiency in MS Office applications(Word, Excel), ability to write report independently
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit:

Application letter
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Applications should be submitted via: hrvisioncaretz@gmail.com
pplicants must clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject line:

Application Deadline: 25th March, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.