Company Founded: Founded in 1932

WASH Technical Advisor

GRADE: TBC CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 year with possibility of extensionChild Safeguarding:Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
ROLE PURPOSE:
The Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Technical Advisor (WASH TA) takes overall responsibility of WASH in Afya Halisi project. Afya Halisi is a USAID funded five year project which aims to deliver quality, integrated services in the areas of family planning (FP), reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH), nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in the focus counties of Kitui, Migori, Kakamega and Kisumu.Reporting to the Senior CS TA, the WASH TA will provide overall WASH technical support to Afya Halisi. The WASH TA will have a leading role in the planning and implementation of the WASH program including development of high quality annual work plans and the provision of high quality and timely technical support to the field teams. Although based in Kakamega, the post holder will provide support to the other Afya Halisi counties. He/she will play a leading role in capacity building of program teams, partners and other local actors in WASH. He/she will play a key representation role in front of donors and WASH partners and as necessary will participate in WASH forums. She/he will work with other project staff and field teams to support area level advocacy on WASH.
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Afya Halisi Deputy Chief of PartyIndirect Report : WASH Technical Specialist, Save the ChildrenStaff reporting to this post:Direct: WASH Service Delivery Officers
Country Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined the programmes of SC UK, SC Canada and SC Finland to create a single operation in Kenya. In Feb 2014, we completed a second transition, which saw us join forces with the British INGO, Merlin, and merge their health and nutrition programmes with our own. Save the Children now has an operational presence in Bungoma, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Turkana and Wajir and we work through partners in many other parts of the country. In total, we employ around 250 staff and had an operating annual budget in 2016 of approximately US$17.5million.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Programme quality and capacity building

Provide overall technical guidance and leadership for implementation of activities within the WASH technical area
Contribute to the capacity building of the project staff and MOH in WASH knowledge and skills
Review and analyze data for performance monitoring of the WASH program and utilize the data to take corrective actions
Provide leadership in writing of abstracts for conferences and manuscripts for publication
Provide guidance and support to county staff to coordinate and link initiatives of other partners in supporting health facilities in service delivery
Represent the project in national and county technical committees including TWGs and stakeholders meetings in relation to WASH programming
In collaboration with staff, prepare and track the progress of program and activity budgets
Contribute in the preparation quarterly and annual technical reports to the project and its funding agency
Work with Save the Children Technical Specialists to identify the technical support needs of the project and ensure this support is provided by the relevant advisors
Ensure that programme strategies support and demonstrate good practice in child safeguarding.

Monitoring and evaluation

Provide support in the design, implementation and follow up of WASH routine monitoring and supervision plan in liaison with the CHMTs; including joint monitoring plans and mentoring
plans and ensure action points are followed and actioned.
Put systems in place to ensure WASH information required to monitor progress and impact indicators is collected, compiled and analysed appropriately.
Ensure all Save the Children and external monthly/quarterly and donor monitoring requirements are complied with.
On a quarterly basis organize for review and update progress of WASH program against set targets with key project staff and key CHMTs.
Participate in the design of baseline, mid-term and end of project evaluations for the WASH component in collaboration with other project partners
Take lead in guidance and documentation and ensure the active dissemination of project findings and lessons learned through the production of high quality materials and their effective dissemination to key stakeholders.
In coordination with MER team, maintain WASH information data base with all the relevant project data readily available.
Advocacy , coordination and representation
Regularly undertake liaison and advocacy with Government partners and officials in the project’s counties on project activities and related health/nutrition issues.
In liaison with the project’s management team, SCI Advocacy Technical Specialist and other project partners, support the County MOH to prioritize WASH needs for the county to be funded by county government and other actors and ensure these are provided for in relevant County plans strategies.
Internally liaise and coordinate with other sector SDOs (within Save the Children and beyond) to ensure coordination and holistic service delivery to targeted locations.

Other

Ensure that programme strategies support and demonstrate good practice in child safeguarding.
Participate actively in project and Save the Children’s meetings, planning and review activities, providing enhanced insight into WASH programming.
Actively participate in key relevant internal meetings such as Programme Review Meetings, as required.
Participate in any donor visit to project(s) within the country office portfolio, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience working on similar type of programming, especially on CLTS, WASH promotion at community level
At least 5 years of professional management experience in public and private health programs
Ability to combine technical leadership skills, communication skills and capacity to manage relationships with different stakeholders including County and National Government Staff.
Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in collaborating with Health Staff at county level on issues related to implementation of WASH services at health facilities.
Ability to manage projects, set priorities, and plans for the successful implementation of programs.
Experience working with donor funding agencies and/or private sector foundations
Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills.
Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS Office

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:

Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:

Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

Honest, encourages openness and transparency
Additional job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Equal Opportunities

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.

Child Safeguarding:
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children any form of abuse.
Health and Safety
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Date of issue: 11th November 2017 Author: Lynn Kanyuuru

October 25, 2024
Regional Humanitarian Health Adviser – East and Southern Africa

Based in Nairobi with travel within the East and Southern Africa
Salary: £33,402 pa plus £2500pa (hardship allowance)
2 years Fixed Term Contract
Right to work in Kenya or the UK are not required.
We are looking for a Regional Humanitarian Health Advisor to join our team and drive forward our health programmes in humanitarian contexts and to ensure we are delivering quality interventions by providing quality technical inputs and direction. You will also be responsible for driving the Public Health on the Front Line strategy.
Working in more than 120 countries, we do whatever it takes to create breakthroughs in the way the world treats children. Our UK and Global Programmes department delivers humanitarian and development programmes, builds partnerships with institutional donors – including governments, multi-laterals and trusts – and drives lasting change. Together, we save children’s lives, fight for their rights and help them fulfil their potential.
As Regional Humanitarian Health Advisor you will be deployed to the field at short notice in order to set up new emergency health programmes; including leading technical assessments, developing health programme plans, strategies and master budgets, and leading on coordination and representation. In addition you will:

Ensure responses are based on Save the Children’s theory of change, strategies and principles of child rights programming, national policies and international best practice
Work with the regional office and other Save the Children members to secure funding for humanitarian health programmes, coordinating with donor technical experts and developing high quality proposals
Work closely with other advisors from the Humanitarian team on developing and implementing knowledge and best practice for integrated programming
Effectively manage the deployment of Health HSTs, while supervising, mentoring and supporting their professional development
Work closely with Save the Children Emergency Health Unit (EHU) on design and deployment criteria for the EHU.

To be successful you will have proven experience in the field, as well as head office in the implementation and management of humanitarian health programmes. You will also have a Medical Doctor, Nurse, Doctor of Philosophy degree or equivalent technical training. In addition you will have:

Proven experience in developing strategies and proposals for major donors
Experience of working on HIV programmes including PMTCT in emergency context
Strong communication skills at a level appropriate for high level external representation and the ability to tailor communications to different audiences
Experience of capacity building and mentoring with experience of team leadership and management
Ability to travel at short notice, occasionally to remote and insecure locations for up to 50% of work time.

At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. If you share our mission, are passionate about making it happen and strongly believe you can contribute then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed. We look forward to hearing from you.
Closing date: 7 November 2017
Pre-interview assessment: week commencing 13th November 2017 (exact dates to be confirmed)
Interview date: weeks commencing 20th and 27th November (exact dates to be confirmed)

October 25, 2024
Logistics Intern

Logistics Internships Qualifications
A Logistics trainee who wishes to gain some practical experience
Degree in Logistics, procurement or equivalent
Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word
High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
Excellent communication skills
Proven ability to handle challenging work load
Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;
Commitment to Save the Children values.

October 24, 2024
Regional Humanitarian Information and Communications Coordinator

Qualifications for the Info & Communications Job
Education to BSc/BA level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience
Proven experience of developing and managing the production of communications materials for INGOs or other similar organisations in emergencies and in humanitarian crises for a minimum of 5 years.
Can produce accurate, clear and consistent information and communication outputs relating to both programme support and humanitarian situation including key messages, Q&As and factsheets, case studies, press releases, media statements, briefs amongst others
Evidence of excellent English verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of different audiences including donors, journalists and the general public. Ability to strategically target a wide range of audiences is essential.
Deep understanding of the East and Southern Africa context, specifically the countries in the Horn of Africa, and South Sudan and Uganda, and particularly relating to international NGO work
Excellent relationship building skills in order to work across all Country Offices and various Members
The ability to support the communications team in high-pressure situations, with changing deadlines and priorities, and in a complex humanitarian situation;
Understanding of how to manage strategic media engagement in politically sensitive environments essential.
Experience in leading information and communication flows between emergency responses and a variety of internal and external stakeholders;
Proven ability to work with communities and partners to gather case studies, testimonies and information on the humanitarian situation and on programmes.
Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word, technical aptitude in MS Office.
Excellent understanding of communication and information needs across fundraising, media and campaigning activities, as well donor and member requirements and standards;
Experience in capacity building and managing humanitarian communications teams;
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy;
An initiative-taking, proactive, inspiring attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload and solve problems quickly with limited support;
Ability to fact check, proofread, edit and draft materials;
The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances.
Commitment and interest in Save the Children’s mission, vision and values. In particular, a good understanding of Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support

October 24, 2024
Regional Media Manager

Role Purpose:
The Media Manager role is a key management position meant to ensure that quality and timely media are produced for news media organisations and other partners and to ensure visibility of Save the Children’s brand. A key part of this role is to secure international/regional media coverage and ensure Save the Children is positioned as a first responder to emergencies in the Horn of Africa and other emergency responses in the region.
The post holder is expected to demonstrate initiative and be a self-starter who will generate ideas and drive content forward, providing compelling case studies, images and video, as well as spotting strong news lines and writing engaging headlines. Central to achieving this is to oversee a media strategy to highlight the Emergency responses in the region and in developing situations.
The Media Manager will act as a key focal point for all media requests from members. When necessary, this post-holder may act as a Save the Children Spokesperson. This will be achieved by regular coordination and liaison with the Global Media Unit based in London.
In addition to the above, the post holder will also be expected to support RO/countries brand building in-country, namely through national and regional media. Fundamental to the job is the ability to gather, consolidate, analyse and share information in a way that is easily understood by news organisations, and other stakeholders.
The role will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, but travel within the East and Southern Africa region will be part a regular part of the media managers responsibilities.
Contract Duration: 6 months
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
At least five years experience as a journalist in a credible news organisation or equivalent experience as a Media & Communications Manager in an international humanitarian or development agency, and experience of dealing in the international media environment
Significant experience of working overseas/regionally in humanitarian programmes
University degree in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience
Experience of leading media activities in a challenging environment
Fluent in at least English
Evidence of excellent verbal and written communication skills producing materials for a wide range of different audiences including donors, journalists and the general public
Experience of effective spokespersoning across a range of media
Experience designing and implementing trainings in communications and media skills
Excellent writing skills, and the ability to produce compelling media products such as press releases, key messages/speaking points and Q&As
Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality photography and video materials
Familiarity with digital production workflows, with knowledge of photography and video editing software
The ability to digest complex information, quickly, and express this crisply and clearly
Thorough understanding of the various political and cultural contexts surrounding of emergency responses and international development programming in East and Southern Africa
Excellent relationship building skills in order to work for limited periods within programmes under pressure of running emergency responses
An initiative-taking, proactive, inspiring attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload and solve problems quickly with limited support
Experience of delivering training, presentations and other capacity building activities to varied audiences, ideally within a country programme.
Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word, as well as Adobe Creative Suite software
Excellent understanding of media and campaigning activities
Strong influencing skills
Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult and sometimes insecure working circumstances
Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children. In particular, a good understanding of the Save the Children mandate and child focus, and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support
Desirable
Prior experience working in humanitarian contexts
Multi-media content development;
Experience of delivering training, presentations and other capacity building activities to varied audiences
Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.
Disclaimer:
Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

October 24, 2024
Regional Humanitarian Information and Communications Coordinator Blanket Supplementary Feeding Program (BSFP) Coordinator Blanket Supplementary Feeding Program (BSFP) Supervisors

Role Purpose:
The Regional Humanitarian Information and Communications Coordinator’s role is to manage and deliver vital information and communication products covering the drought/emergency responses across East and Southern Africa with a special focus on the Horn of Africa drought response, South Sudan and Uganda to enable timely sharing of targeted information with key stakeholders; potential donors, media, fundraising colleagues, Save the Children Members and staff across Save the Children International.
The role will coordinate outputs such as communications packs, key messages, situation reports, dashboards, briefings, fact sheets and other information and communications documents. The role will provide guidance and support to staff on the response team in country offices so that coverage, documentation and representation of Save the Children’s humanitarian work in East and Southern Africa is profiled, such as through multimedia producers, global media managers and high-level visits. The position will lead on information and communication flows between emergency responses and a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Contract Duration: 8 months
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Education to BSc/BA level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience
Proven experience of developing and managing the production of communications materials for INGOs or other similar organisations in emergencies and in humanitarian crises for a minimum of 5 years.
Can produce accurate, clear and consistent information and communication outputs relating to both programme support and humanitarian situation – including key messages, Q&A’s and factsheets, case studies, press releases, media statements, briefs amongst others
Evidence of excellent English verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of different audiences including donors, journalists and the ‘general public’. Ability to strategically target a wide range of audiences is essential.
Deep understanding of the East and Southern Africa context, specifically the countries in the Horn of Africa, and South Sudan and Uganda, and particularly relating to international NGO work
Excellent relationship building skills in order to work across all Country Offices and various Members
The ability to support the communications team in high-pressure situations, with changing deadlines and priorities, and in a complex humanitarian situation;
Understanding of how to manage strategic media engagement in politically sensitive environments essential.
Experience in leading information and communication flows between emergency responses and a variety of internal and external stakeholders;
Proven ability to work with communities and partners to gather case studies, testimonies and information on the humanitarian situation and on programmes.
Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word, technical aptitude in MS Office.
Excellent understanding of communication and information needs across fundraising, media and campaigning activities, as well donor and member requirements and standards;
Experience in capacity building and managing humanitarian communications teams;
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy;
An initiative-taking, proactive, inspiring attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload and solve problems quickly with limited support;
Ability to fact check, proofread, edit and draft materials;
The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances.
Commitment and interest in Save the Children’s mission, vision and values. In particular, a good understanding of Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support
Desirable
Prior experience working in humanitarian contexts
Photo editing and graphic design skills. Experience with design and audio-visual software is an advantage;
Experience of delivering training, presentations and other capacity building activities to varied audiences
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October 24, 2024
Program Development Coordinator

The Program Development Coordinator will work with the Head of Program Development to proactively seek out and disseminate information on new funding opportunities; cultivate excellent relationships with donor agencies, partners and SC Members; and coordinate the development of both humanitarian as well as large-scale, complex funding proposals in order to maintain and increase the country offices funding portfolio.
Contract Duration: 12 monthsLocation: Nairobi, with some travel to the field (Somalia)
Program Development Coordinator Job Qualifications
Advanced degree in an area of international studies, social development or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years of progressive work experience in fundraising environment
Substantial and proven experience of coordinating the development of/writing winning proposals with key institutional donors (including DFID, ECHO, European Commission, NORAD)
Excellent writing/editing skills and budget development skills, with high attention to detail
Highly developed interpersonal, presentation and communication skills to work effectively with other team members/departments, as well as influence, inform and negotiate with partners and donors
Sound personal organisational skills, including time management, ability to meet deadlines, multi-tasking, prioritisation of tasks, and working under pressure
Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative and be a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player as well as individual contributor
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children Internationals aims, values and principles
Information Communication Technology literate

October 24, 2024
Senior Regional Humanitarian Advocacy Advisor

Role Purpose:
The regional humanitarian advocacy advisor provides overall advocacy support to Country offices running humanitarian response in the East and Southern Africa region. He/she in liaison with the Regional Advocacy Director and Regional Emergencies Director will also be required to effectively provide strategic direction to Save the Children’s humanitarian advocacy work in the region. The role will be responsible for guiding development and implementation of humanitarian advocacy strategies that will influence government authorities, key donors, Save the Children members and other key stakeholders of the humanitarian response to achieve positive and lasting changes to fulfil children’s rights both in the immediate relief phase of the response as well as in the recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction phases. The role will interact with the Humanitarian Advocacy Working Group (HAWG) and represent Save the Children externally in country and internationally. The function will be a focal person for advocacy enquiries in the Country Office / Response Team and from Save the Children International and individual Save the Children members. The function will involve national, regional and international advocacy leadership on the immediate crisis and response, and related longer-term issues. This function will be part of the Response Team in order to ensure that key advocacy messages and strategies are informed by the response and shaped in close consultation with the Response Team Leader. The Humanitarian Advocacy Advisor will seek clarification on any politically-sensitive matters which may impact upon the response operations and seek appropriate sign off (e.g. Country Director level) on any messaging or products

Contract Duration: 6 Months with possibility of extension
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Qualifications and Experience
A minimum of 7years’ advocacy experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, with experience in successfully leading the development and implementation of advocacy strategies and preferably with humanitarian advocacy experience
Good knowledge of the international humanitarian structures and systems
Experience in leading the creation and implementation of a strategy, demonstrating the ability to identify the necessary steps towards an ambitious goal
Experience of a range of campaigning and advocacy techniques and approaches
Experience in influencing government, donors, and other organisations through representation and/or advocacy
Demonstrable creative ability in accessing new opportunities, expertise and ideas
Demonstrable track record of leading change which has led to significant results for the organisation and their stakeholders
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Strong research and policy development skills, good capacity to develop policy briefs and papers
Experience of building networks, resulting in securing significant new opportunities for the organisation
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Knowledge of children’s rights key international agreements and conventions
Commitment to Save the Children values
Excellence in written and spoken English.

October 24, 2024
Country Director

Role Purpose:
As a member of the East and Southern Africa Senior Leadership team, you will have shared accountability for Save the Childrens international development and emergency programming in the region of approximately $400 million each year through an organisation of over 5,500 people. To achieve our ambitious goals and breakthroughs for children, the leadership team will, in collaboration with Save the Children Members and in conjunction with the other regional organisations, aim to drive global growth to $2.7 billion by 2019.
The Country Director will lead the transformation of the country to a new operating model, whilst also delivering Save the Children’s strategy within the country through: –
Delivering quality programmes, including advocacy, for children; and
Ensuring world class stewardship of resources from Members and their donors
Contract Duration: Open ended
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Masters degree level qualification or equivalent length of experience in the sector
Substantial experience of building, leading and developing a diverse team of senior staff to deliver on both development and humanitarian programs
Experience of working with donors to secure and/or manage new large-scale and/or competitive funding
Experience of leading high profile advocacy and campaigning initiatives
Experience in managing a growing county office and the need to balance growth with capacity
Experience of leading change in an organisation which has led to considerable results for the organisation and its stakeholders
Experience of building personal networks, including government, at a senior level, resulting in securing new opportunities for the organisation
Strategic thinker who is comfortable with developing highly ambitious business strategies at scale and the track record of delivering on these
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy-in
Excellent understanding of programme, financial and operational management processes
Good understanding of key trends in international and humanitarian development
Strong and nuanced cultural awareness
Fluency in speaking and writing in English
Commitment to the Save the Children values
Desirable
Demonstrable ability to recruit, lead and develop high calibre specialist senior staff with a range of backgrounds and expertise
Strong track record in building high performance teams and future successors/leaders
Evidence of identifying and building strategic and effective business networks at a very senior level, which have resulted in clear business benefit for the organisation
Innovative approach to solving a range of highly complex issues and galvanising buy-in to the solutions at all levels
Highly developed political acumen and ability to navigate through diverse political situations
Prior experience in Kenya

October 24, 2024
Health & Nutrition Head

Health & Nutrition Head Job Qualifications
Degree in medicine with a post graduate degree in public health/global health; community health; health management with training and experience in and project planning and management techniques
Knowledge of current global and regional public health debates in health and nutrition
Recommended a minimum of ten years of relevant technical experience including at senior level. Experience working within the devolved Kenyan health system is a must.
Proven experience of developing and managing high quality, innovative and cost-effective technical H&N projects in in development and emergency/fragile settings.
Proven experience and skills in research and advocacy and influencing institutional, private and/or corporate donors and writing up high quality donor reports
Experience of working with local/national governments and capacity building of systems, partners and staff
Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international and matrix management environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind sets
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required
Commitment to Save the Children values

October 24, 2024