Project Manager (m/f/d) – National position In conjunction with various donors, sectors, academia, other stakeholders & partners, and the Ministry of Health (MOH), Malteser International implements several health-related projects in Kenya. The main objective is to intensify and scale-up Innovative Health initiatives by contributing to reduction of direct and premature mortality and disability due to medical emergencies through improved pre- and early clinical emergency care (SDG 3) in Kenya.
To support our team in Nairobi, Kenya, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Project Manager (m/f/d) – National position.
The Program Manager (m/f/d) is responsible for the overall implementation and coordination of the project and all activities related to it, including M&E, reporting, liaison with all key stakeholders at macro to micro level, planning & facilitation of workshops, etc. Positioned in Nairobi, the Program Manager MI is responsible for supporting the Department of Emergency Medical Services of the Ministry of Health in the development and implementation of appropriate legislation for regulation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), support promotion of human resource development including regulation of EMS training to address the shortage and inequity of skilled emergency medical care personnel established as well as the improvement and functionality of the pre-hospital care system.
Responsibilities
The Program Manager acts as connection between the German initiatives and the local partner structure. The position acts as a constant contact point for all stakeholders in order to harmonize the implementation and to increase public awareness of the initiative. In addition, continuous monitoring and reporting pof the German Government financed project (BMZ SSF) will be guaranteed by this position.
Plan and coordinate the successful and timely implementation of the project activities in the BMZ SSF project in Kenya
Coordinate all activities with core partners and other stakeholders in collaboration with the National Division of Emergency and Disaster Risk Management
Establish a Kenya EMS Ecosystem Map and keep this map up to date
Inform the program about the latest developments and activities in the EMS development field in Kenya
Monitor and evaluate regular progress of BMZ SSF project based on goals, objectives, and results with attention to core and wider stakeholders and process management
Assure regular reporting for Malteser International, donors, stakeholder, and authorities
Ensure qualitative development in health sector for emergency medical treatment
Represent the MI projects at local authorities, partners, NGOs, and donors on BMZ SSF project in Kenya
Participate and play an active role in coordination meetings, workshops, and stakeholder meetings
Contribute to the development of local strategies concerning emergency health professionals; ensure linkage to the MI, other main stakeholder’s country strategies and Kenya’s Vision 2030
Work on lessons learnt, best practices and possibilities to expand the project scope to ensure sustainability
Bridge gaps and laisse with other strategic national and international alliances, especially from German sectors
Support in Health Sector related projects as required
Networking with stakeholders (MoH, County, Sub-County, partners, donors, etc.)
Organize and monitor regular project development including site visits to ensure continued progress
Qualifications:
Graduate degree in a field related to public health
At least seven years hands-on project experience in public health, advocacy, management, and coordination of stakeholders and teams
Experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder processes under emergency and disaster preparedness
Extensive knowledge of Emergency Medical Training or Emergency Medical Services or Emergency Medical Care
Experience / Exposure to Health Policy Development
Track record of managing grants, projects, and programmatic activities
Track record of collaborative and integrative project development and reporting
Demonstrated cooperative approach, including experience in working with Government officials and Ministries on National and County level, private sector, and academia
Good negotiation skills, patience, diplomacy and tact
Ability to prioritize work according to importance and deadlines while meeting work demands
Possesses initiative and is able to work with minimum supervision
Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups with demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops, manage teams and support others in their work
Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of responsibility
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet, etc.
Excellent English oral and written language skills
Strong familiarity with MoH and MoE setup
German & Swahili language skills are beneficial
Conditions:
Starting date: February 2020
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration of contract: 12 months (renewal possbile)
Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package
Kindly note that this a an unaccompanied and national position
