Change lives with CURE Zambia.

This is a remote position in one of our hospital countries - Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Niger, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Philippines.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

CURE International is seeking a mission-driven leader to serve as the Network Ministry

Programs Coordinator. This role will strengthen trauma-informed, Christ-centered care by

equipping and mentoring hospital-based teams, standardizing children’s ministry activities, and

ensuring the effective rollout of Hope Houses and counseling programs across the network.

Working closely with the Chief Ministry Officer and hospital Spiritual Ministry Directors, the

Coordinator will align practices, build capacity, and create sustainable models of ministry that

transform the patient and family experience.

Focus areas include:

• Children’s Ministry Activities – playrooms, joyful spaces, and discipleship programming (Jesus and Me, OneHope)
• Counseling Programs – biblical counseling, trauma-informed care, and psychosocial support
• Hope House Program – long-stay family discipleship, life skills, and restorative care
• Administration & Coordination – reporting, standardization, and strategic support

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Children’s Ministry Activities

• Strengthen and standardize playroom ministries across hospitals, ensuring they are consistently used as part of the patient and family experience.
• Support development of joyful, child-friendly spaces (playrooms, playgrounds, gardens) that promote healing and inclusion of children with disabilities.
• Ensure consistent use of children’s ministry discipleship materials, including Jesus and Me and OneHope, across all hospitals — whether in playrooms, wards, or other settings.
• Mentor and equip Children’s Mentors to deliver structured, Christ-centered discipleship and activity programming.
• Collaborate with hospital teams to integrate children’s ministry activities with broader patient and family care goals.

2. Counseling Programs

• Lead the development and rollout of biblical counseling services across the network.
• Develop and implement standardized patient counseling assessment tools to strengthen psychosocial ministry initiatives.
• Train and mentor hospital counseling teams in trauma-informed care, psychosocial support, and art therapy.
• Facilitate monthly network-wide calls with counseling staff to review practices, share learnings, and strengthen delivery.
• Provide strategic guidance to Spiritual Ministry Directors on counseling, psychosocial, and art therapy programs.
• Ensure counseling is integrated into both the clinical journey (e.g., pre- and post-surgery) and the spiritual journey of patients and families.

3. Hope House Program

• Oversee design and implementation of Hope Houses as restorative environments for families of children receiving long-term care.
• Ensure Hope Houses provide holistic programming that includes:
  • Discipleship – Bible studies, prayer, and fellowship
  • Counseling – individual and family support
  • Education – literacy, tutoring, school readiness
  • Life Skills Training – practical skills to strengthen families after discharge
  • Recreation – family-centered play and community activities
• Equip and mentor Hope House staff to deliver consistent, high-quality programming.
• Monitor program effectiveness, gather family feedback, and recommend improvements.
• Provide the Chief Ministry Officer with regular updates on progress and needs.

4. Administration & Coordination

• Compile and synthesize monthly, quarterly, and annual reports from hospital ministry teams.
• Develop and maintain a standardized library of ministry resources (curricula, tools, policies, and guides).
• Support a network-wide resource inventory and distribution system for children’s ministry and counseling.
• Provide the Chief Ministry Officer with strategic insights on strengthening psychosocial and counseling ministries.
• Participate in Spiritual Ministry Director meetings and network-wide forums for planning, evaluation, and training.
• Track network meeting minutes, action points, and follow up with participants to ensure their completion.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Ministry Officer.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• ≥85% of hospitals implementing standardized counseling assessment tools by FY26.
• ≥85% of hospitals consistently running structured playroom ministry activities.
• ≥85% of hospitals consistently using Jesus and Me and OneHope materials with children in playrooms and wards.
• ≥75% of long-stay families engaged in Hope House programming where facilities exist.
• ≥85% of surveyed families report increased emotional, spiritual, and social support during long-term stays.
• Monthly mentoring and review calls with hospital counseling teams consistently conducted and documented.
• ≥85% of monthly and quarterly ministry reports from hospitals are submitted on time.
• ≥85% of action points identified in Spiritual Ministry Director and network-wide meetings are completed by the agreed-upon deadlines.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the co-worker for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Co-worker must perform other tasks, duties, and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Christian Counseling, Psychology, or related field (required).
• Theological or Christian ministry training (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years experience leading children’s ministry programs, ideally with therapeutic/social skills activities (experience with children with disabilities preferred).
• Experience training, coaching, and supervising staff in international Christian organizations (desired).
• Prior experience in patient counseling or psychosocial support (preferred).

Skills & Abilities

• Fluency in English (required); bilingualism preferred.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and culturally appropriate counseling practices.
• Excellent communication, organization, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to design psychosocial curriculum, train others, and manage group dynamics.
• Highly organized with strong time management and multitasking skills.
• Capacity to maintain confidentiality and safeguard patient information.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to inspire, guide, and motivate others.

CURE International is continually building a pipeline of qualified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons who may be interested in serving at one of our pediatric specialty hospitals in the future. While this posting does not represent a specific job opening, we welcome the chance to connect with skilled, mission-minded professionals as needs arise across our network.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is responsible for adhering to the quality standards of CURE as they provide hands-on surgical care to our patients. The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is also responsible for teaching and training on the principles and techniques of plastic and reconstructive surgical care to other physicians who may be training at the hospital and oversees the practice of surgery by these physicians. This individual is charged with facilitating improvement in the quality of care, education and administration of the plastic and reconstructive surgery department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Prepare and review case histories and obtain data through evaluation of patients and consult with family members. 
2. Examine patients, determine need for clinical laboratory tests and interpret examination findings and test results.
3. Prescribe appropriate plastic and reconstructive surgical treatments based on findings and results.   
4. Determine procedures for preoperative and postoperative care, including the administration of sedatives, prescription of diets and preparation of the patient’s operative area. 
5. Apply surgical procedures and coordinate operations with the anesthesiologist.  
6. Treat patients suffering from surgical shock, postoperative hemorrhage and other complications.
7. Direct other operating room staff in procedures for preoperative and postoperative care and operating room techniques. 
8. Instruct resident plastic and reconstructive surgeons in plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures.
9. Accurately and thoroughly chart pertinent patient information. 
10. Ensure the safety of patients during consultations, surgical interventions and in the postoperative environment.
11. Assist the Medical Director in ensuring the maintenance of an accurate and adequate supply of medications and supplies.

In addition, all candidates should be familiar with the Statement of Faith, and will be required to agree with the declarations of the Statement of Faith in order to be considered for this position.  

Please click here to read our Statement of Faith.

CURE International is continually building a pipeline of qualified Anesthesiologists who may be interested in serving at one of our pediatric specialty hospitals in the future. While this posting does not represent a specific job opening, we welcome the chance to connect with skilled, mission-minded professionals as needs arise across our network.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Anesthesiologist is responsible for providing anesthesia for the patients requiring surgical intervention in the hospital. In this capacity, the anesthesiologist will also need to oversee the nurse anesthetists or anesthetic officers. The role of the anesthesiologist will also include oversight of the HDU/ICU and any critically ill patient on the ward. The anesthesiologist will review all codes in the hospital and oversee the debrief. Sub speciality expertise in pediatric anesthesia is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Complete and document preoperative anesthesia evaluations of patients and order necessary lab work/consultation or any other preoperative investigations at least the day prior to surgery.
2. Review preoperative patient charts for pertinent lab work, history and physical examination, vital signs chart, fluid status and medication sheet.
3. Choose the safest and most appropriate anesthetic for the patient: general, regional, MAC, local or combination and utilize the correct monitors for that anesthetic for the duration of the surgery.  Manage the patient airway adequately utilizing the mask, bag-valve mask, intubation, LMA, and other emergency airway procedures. 
4. Accurately manage fluid resuscitation in the patient and measure blood loss regularly. 
5. Oversee the safe functioning of the anesthesia machine, oxygen supply, suction, and all equipment necessary to provide anesthesia in close consultation with the biomedical team.  
6. Perform various regional anesthesia techniques as required.  
7. Assess and implement pain management in the post operative recovery period.
8. Identify and treat intra operative & post operative anesthesia complications as soon as they occur..
9. Accurately and thoroughly chart patient physiological data, medications & fluids administered contemporaneously pre, intra, and post operatively.
10. Set up all necessary monitors and drugs, and check the anesthesia machine and oxygen supply prior to each anesthetic.  
11. Read and comply with all network anesthesia guidelines and SOPs.
12. Seek opportunities to teach staff both clinically and didactically with regards to advanced life support, anesthesia, & pain management.
13. Protect the patient from harm utilizing proper positioning techniques and act as an advocate for the patient’s welfare.
14. Maintain competency of anesthesia practice in accordance with professional standards established by the profession.
15. Participate in resuscitation of patients when required.
16. Oversee the maintenance of an accurate narcotic count and supply in the operating room and post-anesthesia care unit.
17. Oversee work of the Anesthesia Technicians/nurses/officers or other assigned employees.  
18. Ensure adequate restocking of anesthesia supplies by supervising the Anesthesia Technicians or other assigned employees.
19. Report to the Medical Director at any time when it appears to be unsafe to use the operating rooms (e.g. lack of oxygen).
20. Act as an anesthesia consultant to anesthesia providers and medical/surgical staff.
21. Complete monthly CQI electronic report per the direction of the Nursing/Anesthesia Clinical Director.  

In addition, all candidates should be familiar with the Statement of Faith, and will be required to agree to perform the duties of the position in support of, and not in opposition to, this aspect of CURE International in order to be considered for this position.  

Please click here to read our Statement of Faith.

This is a full-time, paid position that offers a modest salary with a comprehensive benefits package that may include health and life insurance, relocation assistance, retirement, housing, in-country transportation, and annual leave.

CURE International is continually building a pipeline of qualified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons who may be interested in serving at one of our pediatric specialty hospitals in the future. While this posting does not represent an active job opening, we welcome the chance to connect with skilled, mission-minded professionals as needs arise across our network.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The pediatric orthopedic surgeon is a specialist in pediatric orthopedic surgery and continues to further develop their expertise in this subspecialty. This individual is confident in the assessment and management of children with a range of musculoskeletal pathology. Operating under the guidance of fellowship-trained faculty, the pediatric orthopedic surgeon provides excellent surgical care to patients and ensures a high-level of safety for both patients and staff, adhering to all the quality standards of CURE.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Assess patients with musculoskeletal disability, taking and recording a salient history, examination and formulating an appropriate management plan including relevant investigations and surgical or non-operative management.
2. Participate in traveling to mobile clinics in different parts of the country as organized by the hospital and assigned to by the head of orthopedics.
3. Treat patients and families with care and respect, adhering to the highest standards of medical ethics.
4. When surgical management is appropriate, undertaking careful consent, clarifying to the patient (where appropriate) and family member the nature of the procedure that is advised, the risks, possible alternatives and nature of anesthesia required.
5. Create pre-operative plans for each surgery, discussing with fellow faculty members the surgical plans.
6. Provide a high standard of surgical care, adhering to the highest standards of sterile operative technique while creating a cohesive team environment centered on safety and quality care.
7. Record each step of patient care in the Electronic Medical Record and inpatient paper charts.
8. Recognize complications that arise and respond appropriately, including discussing the event with the Medical Director and reporting it in the quarterly Morbidity and Mortality meetings.
9. Ensure a high level of patient and staff safety is upheld at all times.
10. Participate actively in the training activities of the hospital and willingly engage in quality improvement projects, audit and research.
11. Update surgical techniques, instrumentation and implants dedicated to pediatric orthopedic surgery.

In addition, all candidates should be familiar with the Statement of Faith and will be required to agree with the declarations of the Statement of Faith to be considered for this position.  Please click here to read our Statement of Faith.

This is a full-time, paid position that offers a salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to, health and life insurance, relocation assistance, retirement, housing, in-country transportation, and annual paid leave.