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  • Country Director

    Country Director

    Job description
    Department Summary
    The Programs Department plays a critical role in achieving CMMB’s strategy around improving the lives of women and children, by leading the provision of high quality programs focused on children’s and mothers’ health, and particularly in the development and implementation of our CHAMPS model. This team is also responsible for generating revenue from and partnering effectively with government(s), major foundations, and other major donors, and will help to position and enhance CMMB’s technical capacity and reputation in the field of global healthcare.
    CMMB has been working in Kenya for almost 15 years. CMMB works to ensure that the most vulnerable populations, especially mothers and children, have access to quality services in health care, health promotion and illness prevention.
    Position Overview
    You are responsible for the overall leadership and management of the CMMB Kenya country portfolio. CMMB’s current portfolio in Kenya includes: CMMB’s CHAMPS programs and a variety of HIV/AIDS focused programs, which are funded from bilateral and multilateral grants/contracts, contributions from private individuals and institutions, Volunteers, and gifts-in-kind of medical supplies.
    You must be an innovative thinker, ready to empower staff to achieve CMMB corporate strategic goals, and lead change initiatives which ensure that CMMB maximizes its mission and vision. You will direct the implementation of all aspects of CMMB Kenya’s programs, in partnership with the global staff of CMMB, ensuring the quality and impact of its health program in Kenya. You must be well-versed in office repositioning and able to oversee changes to program operations, finance, and human resources.
    In this position, you will report to the Senior Vice President, Programs and Volunteers, based in CMMB’s headquarters in New York City, and receives technical and other support from additional U.S.-based staff and teams. As CMMB’s representative in-country, you have overall responsibility and accountability for all of CMMB’s programs, finances, assets and legal standing in Kenya.
    Responsibilities

    Leadership, Representation and Networking

    Foster the development of an organizational culture of excellence and teamwork, focusing on effective strategy execution, high impact programming and strong accountability, as well as innovation, continuous learning and institutional improvement.
    Cultivate and motivate staff and model teamwork, transparency, and excellent communication.
    Lead and model the central tenets of CMMB’s vision and mission and CMMB’s core values (collaboration, love, excellence and respect) in all aspects of institutional operation, from staff interactions to program implementation, and from partner collaborations to the interaction with beneficiaries.
    Lead a strong and effective Senior Management Team (SMT) to oversee the Country Office’s program and operations and invests time and effort in their development as leaders. Willing to make hard decisions in a timely and relevant manner.
    Lead the implementation of strategic initiatives and mentor staff through organizational change.
    Network with all major donors and members of the international health community to raise CMMB’s visibility and value.
    Maintain CMMB’s membership and participation in formal/informal development and humanitarian assistance forums within the international donor and NGO community. This will involve collaboration with Government, at both
    National and County levels, multilateral donors, private sector, and other NGOs.

    Programmatic and Technical Management

    Guide development of CMMB Kenya multi-year program strategy and direct implementation of these plans.
    Ensure that the technical aspects of all programs are of the highest quality, calling upon technical resources available within CMMB Global.
    Lead the overall CHAMPS implementation, project management, and monitoring and evaluation processes in Kenya. Work closely with CMMB Headquarters in developing and implementing CHAMPS sites in Kenya, supporting their development with detailed proposals with an eye on ensuring high-quality program logic that can be feasibly delivered within proposed local context, including maximizing integration with governmental, multilateral, and bilateral and other grant portfolios, as possible.
    Ensure that CMMB-managed health programs have the appropriate technical staff to lead programmatic activities, overseeing program staff and providing technical and program management input, as appropriate.
    Coordinate with partners and lead, guide and manage CMMB in-country staff to ensure programs meet their project goals, objectives and targets.
    Ensure consistent program monitoring and evaluation activities, including necessary site visits, to measure and report, on a timely basis, project and program outcomes. Share success stories with CMMB globally for communications purposes.
    Manage volunteer placements and programmatic grants, as well as any pharmaceutical donations .
    Ensure Monitoring and Evaluation processes are implemented to provide measurement of achievement and progress toward project goals.
    Ensure the timely submission of well-prepared annual program plans and budgets and annual reports.

    Resource Mobilization

    Raise the profile of CMMB through effective marketing materials and outreach.
    Develop partnership relationships and ensure the organization has good business intelligence related to funding opportunities.
    Develop new program and funding opportunities for CMMB at the country level and/or regionally in conjunction with Senior Vice President, Programs and Volunteers, and the Director of Business Development. This includes ensuring proper approval, timely submission of creative and well-written proposals that are compatible with CMMB’s strategic direction and Country Office priorities.
    Ensure programmatic successes are documented for individual and institutional donor fundraising purposes.
    Guide development of CMMB Kenya business development plans and direct implementation of these plans.

    Human Resources Management

    Provide leadership of all country operations, establishing a cohesive management team and clear reporting roles for all levels of program and staff management.
    In collaboration with HQ Human Resources VP, design and implement a coherent organizational structure that is consistent with CMMB’s practices and appropriate to program needs.
    Support, encourage and help build up the capacity of the coordinators and managers to effectively execute CMMB Kenya’s program strategies.
    Ensure CMMB Kenya operates in compliance with local labor laws and requirements.

    Financial Management

    Demonstrate sound stewardship and ensure strong financial management and protection of the organization’s assets.
    Ensure the prudent use of donor resources, ensuring all expenditures comply with rules and regulations.
    With the assistance of the Finance Team, ensure that systems are in place for the proper control of assets, funds, equipment, property and facilities. Ensure that all budgets are tracked consistently and financial reports are accurate and timely, consistent with donor requirements. Identify cost-savings, where feasible, and plan strategically for financial resource use.

    Participate in audits.
    Safety & Security

    Stay current on the general security challenges in-country and daily security status of our staff, programs and the operational areas where we implement our programs.
    Maintain a proactive position in coordinating closely with the appropriate local security network and ensuring security and safety protocols are maintained in the country office, thus ensuring the security of staff, Volunteers,
    visitors and physical assets.
    Coordinate closely on security related needs and issues and keeps the SVP Programs well informed.

    Qualifications

    You have a master’s degree in Public Health, International Development or similar development-related subject.
    You have at least 8-10 years of work experience out of which at least 5 years in senior management positions successfully leading large operations involving internal and external representation, donor relations, fundraising, and leadership of high performing teams.
    You have proven track record of working in Kenya, partnering with government agencies, NGOs and civil society organizations.
    You have demonstrated expertise in managing Maternal and Child Health Projects, and health system strengthening projects, WASH/nutrition, and/or HIV/AIDS programs.
    Your program management, implementation, fundraising, monitoring and evaluation skills are strong and put you as respected leader in this area
    You believe in people and have the demonstrated track record of developing others, building and leading effective teams to deliver mission and program results.
    You have successful track record of managing programs and projects funded by major US Government international development agencies (e.g. USAID and CDC) and other international donors (e.g. European Union, DfID, World Bank, WHO, UNICEF).
    You have strong program development planning, writing and coordination skills and demonstrated experience in writing winning proposals in MCH,
    You have the ability for building and maintaining productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders.
    You’re a timely and effective communicator with superior presentation skills and proven skills building
    You are comfortable working for a faith-based organization.
    You believe in CMMB, where we’re going, and what we can do together to achieve Healthier Lives Worldwide

  • Field Public Health Volunteers Field Physician Volunteers Field Nurse Volunteers Field Allied Health Volunteers Field Finance Volunteers Volunteer Field Storytellers Abroad Volunteer Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene (WASH) Specialist Volunteer Supply Chain Managers Abroad

    Field Public Health Volunteers Field Physician Volunteers Field Nurse Volunteers Field Allied Health Volunteers Field Finance Volunteers Volunteer Field Storytellers Abroad Volunteer Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene (WASH) Specialist Volunteer Supply Chain Managers Abroad

    CMMB is seeking professionals, 21 years and older, who can serve for a minimum of 6 months in the following public health volunteer positions:

    Public Health Generalists serve in CMMBs country offices and CHAMPs sites providing support to our country directors and programs team through a range of programmatic support activities. They receive exposure to a broad base of global health and community development programs and are able to put their knowledge and skills to work in a field office setting.
    MNCH, WASH, HIV, E-Health, Malaria Experts contribute their expertise in support of CMMB programs around the world; designing, implementing, and evaluating diverse initiatives in collaboration with CMMB Country Directors, partners and National Ministries of Health.
    Nutritionists are needed in Peru and Zambia to support ongoing programs related to child development and health education.
    Health Administrators provide critical support as we engage with clinical partners to improve human resources for health and facility operations. This is particularly important in Haiti where CMMB is opening the Bishop Joseph Sullivan Hospital in Cotes-de-Fer.

    Required Skills/Experience:

    Must be 21 years old
    Master of Public Health degree (or related field).
    Community Health Worker Certification preferred.
    Experience working with or knowledge of USG-supported cooperating agencies such as USAID and CDC, and international counterpart organizations useful.
    Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; strong problem-solving skills.
    Ability to be flexible and prioritize projects and tasks effectively; self-starter; takes initiative.
    Problem solver, able to identify needs, and develop solutions.
    Ability to work with Microsoft Office tools.
    SPSS/Stata or other M&E software experience beneficial.
    Knowledge of professional and ethical standard of health care delivery and practice.
    Familiarity and interested in global health issues, especially maternal and child health issues.
    Willingness to endure resource-limited working conditions and evening/weekend hours.
    Proficiency in English; strong communication skills.
    Spanish fluency required in Peru.
    French or Creole required for Haiti

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  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    Job Description
    The Position: Reporting to the Senior Manager Finance & Administration, the Finance Officer will support the mission, goals and operations of the Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) in Kenya through the provision of accurate, complete and timely professional financial services.
    Job Responsibilities

    Provide guidance on and implement CMMB’s financial policies and procedures and donor compliance requirements
    Ensure that all accounting transactions are processed accurately, completely and in a timely manner in line with the Chart of Accounts through the Abila software (MIP) accounting system
    Support the monthly preparation of the financial accounts and their timely submission to New York; and ensure the integrity of the intra—company account
    Assist in the financial management and compliance activities of assigned grants/projects and office operational activities to include:
    Formulation and monitoring of project budgets and expenses;
    Examination and verification of payment schedules, purchase, orders, work orders, consultant agreements, expense reports and travel advances for accuracy and evidence of authorized approval authorities;
    Preparation of vouchers, cheques, Mpesa and EFT payments and processing of allocations (ie salaries) based on proper supporting documentation, authorized approval authorities and budget availability;
    Invoicing/tracking of accounts receivable and cash receipts;
    Monitoring of project cash flows, and preparation requests for cash advances;
    Reconciliation of petty cash accounts
    Liquidation of employee receivables in line with manual records/expense forms from staff
    Preparation of donor and compliance-related reports;
    Conducting site visits and training of project staff; and
    Timely project liquidations and quarterly/end of project financial closeouts
    Ensure adherence to CMMB indirect cost recovery policy and the transparent and timely calculation and allocation of shared direct costs
    support in the management of project and organizational assets
    support the review and revision of sub grantee agreements and budgets
    Assist in the management of the accounts payable and receivable functions
    Assist in the preparation of bank reconciliations
    Assist in the review/preparation of payrolls to include accuracy of salary payments and related statutory/payroll deductions, and their timely remittance to staff and vendors (ie PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, SACCO, various insurance companies)
    Support partner and annual audit preparations
    Ensure all financial assets are adequately safeguarded and all financial documents are securely filed
    Ensure availability of accurate, complete and timely financial information for decision making purposes by senior management
    Assist in other program implementation activities and miscellaneous finance duties as required and assigned by the Senior Manager Finance & Administration

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor Degree in Commerce (BCOM) or Business Administration majoring in accounting or Finance
    Professional Accountancy Qualifications (CPAK/ACCA)
    Minimum of (3) years of accounting experience in a similar capacity working with an international NGO on donor funded project projects
    Possess a high degree of integrity, and a strong commitment to CMMB’s mission
    Demonstrate strong inter-personal skills and the ability to transfer knowledge and visit project sites
    Ability to function as a collaborative team player
    Proven written and verbal proficiency in English
    Hands on application of Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); working knowledge of Abila (Sage) accounting software preferred
    Knowledge of MPESA Bulk payment System

  • HR

    HR

    Reporting to the Country Director and working closely with the Senior Management Team, the HR Officer will support CMMB’s mission by providing efficient and effective HR service for the Kenya Country Office. You will be responsible for managing the full HR cycle that includes recruitment, new-employee orientation, performance management, employee relations, staff benefits & payroll, HR database management, staff training and development. You will ensure that the Country Office HR programs are implemented in compliance with Kenyan Employment Act and CMMB’s organizational policies and procedures.
    Job Responsibilities

    In consultation with hiring managers, the job holder will manage the recruitment process. This includes: recruiting, sourcing and identifying talent including having proactive discussions with hiring managers about vacant roles.
    Advertise vacant positions, maintain a data bank of received applications. prepare shortlists of candidates, conduct interviews in liaison with hiring managers.
    Prepare employment contracts and facilitate probation evaluation.
    Conduct reference check for successful candidates.
    Plan and conduct orientation for all new staff.
    Liaise with relevant government agencies and other bodies on employment related issues.
    Ensure new staff submit on time complete pre-employment requirements and forms.
    Develop job descriptions for new positions and update existing ones as necessary.
    Prepare recruitment reports.
    Ensure the Country Office compensation and benefits package is regularly updated and understood by all staff. Manage staff medical cover and other benefits in line with the HR handbook.
    Liaise with benefits providers for renewal, communication and other staff support.
    Preparing monthly payroll amendment memo and coordinating the monthly payroll with Finance office.
    Support Finance & Administration team during salary payments and ensure pay slips are issued on a monthly basis.
    Oversee the staff welfare activities in CMMB Kenya.
    Maintain an organized filing system and personal files as per the HR handbook for all staff.
    Maintain leave records and updating leave tracker.
    Ensure that staff employment contracts are up to date.
    Conduct the HR FILE AUDIT checklist on quarterly basis to ensure that personnel files are complete, organized , and secured.
    Staff welfare, Disciplinary Actions and Grievances
    Serve as the Country Safety and Security Focal Point ensuring the safety and well-being of CMMB staff and coordinating all health and safety activities.
    Plan annual staff welfare activities.
    Participate in investigation and disciplinary hearings as required.
    Advise managers in dispute and conflict resolution.
    Conduct regular staff orientation and training on CMMB’s HR programs (e.g. employee handbook, benefits & illness prevention, harassment, code of conduct, etc)
    Conduct exit interviews, analyze findings and submit recommendation to reduce staff turnover.
    Facilitate exit clearance in liaison with line managers and other departments.
    Liaise with Finance Team to calculate terminal benefits and issue service certificates.
    Ensure all staff read and understand all policies and procedures, handle any queries regarding the policies.
    Provide interpretation and advise to line managers on labour laws application.
    Advise staff and line managers on CMMB’s performance management process and tools.
    Track completion of performance objectives and reviews for all staff and submit regular status update to the Country Director.
    Ensure that all newly hired staff have completed probationary performance reviews.

    Qualifications

    A bachelor’s degree in HR, Administration, Management or any other relevant field.
    Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management
    Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management
    At least 5 years’ experience, 2 of which should be in an international NGO.
    Proven knowledge and direct experience in at least two of the following areas; recruitment; compensation and benefits, employee relations and communications, performance management and HR practice.
    Thorough understanding of labour laws
    Ability to coordinate and prioritize conflicting assignments
    High sense of professionalism and confidentiality
    Tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive issues.
    Proficiency in using MS Office packages.
    High level of interpersonal and negotiation skills and ability to work as part of a multicultural team.
    Additional requirement: Applicants must be Kenyan Nationals.