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  • Monitoring and Evaluation Director

    Monitoring and Evaluation Director

    IMA World Health is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Director (M&E Director) to lead the monitoring and evaluation for an anticipated USAID-funded Health Systems Strengthening Activity in Kenya. The 5-year project will focus on providing support to strengthen health leadership and governance and health systems for quality and equitable service delivery. The project components will include health quality and human resources, health analytics, health supply chain management, health financing, health partnerships, and health system governance.
    Summary of the Position

    In coordination with the Chief of Party, the M&E Director will design the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Plan. S/he will be responsible for the development and day-to-day supervision of an M&E system to track project performance framework, indicators, and targets to measure progress toward project objectives and expected results.
    The M&E Director will ensure quality routine data collection, data entry, data analysis, and timely reporting, under the project Performance Measurement Plan. S/he will oversee routine data quality assurance exercises and participate as needed in M&E supervisory visits with Ministry staff, with the focus on improving monitoring systems, data quality, and data use at project sites. Coordinating closely with project staff, partners, and other key stakeholders, the M&E Director oversees the analysis, interpretation, and tracking of all program data, as well as documents and disseminates lessons learned, best practices, and other project deliverables.
    The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the Chief of Party.

    Actual hiring is contingent upon successful activity award and USAID approval.
    Responsibilities:

    Provide technical leadership in the development and updating of the project’s MEL plan
    Lead day-to-day implementation of all M&E related activities under the project MEL Plan
    Contribute to the development of quantitative and qualitative tools and implementation of robust context-appropriate systems for data collection, quality assurance, analysis, and reporting on activity outputs/outcomes and program quality
    Conduct data collection, entry, verification, analysis, and reporting on actual achievements against set targets, highlighting emerging patterns and offering clear reports on findings and conclusions
    Operationalize a project collaborative learning and adapting (CLA) approach by leading its implementation as per the MEL plan
    Provide support for the recruitment of consultants and temporary field staff for M&E related activities
    Ensure data quality, integrity, and security standards and procedures are in place and are aligned with country national monitoring and evaluation guidelines, protocols, information, and reporting systems
    Conduct analyses and contribute to the preparation of required periodic project reporting by capturing performance results and ensuring that lessons learned are integrated into project implementation to continuously improve quality of interventions and outcomes
    Monitor implementation of learning agenda for identification of best practices and lessons learned and for adaptive management
    Provide data use training, mentoring, and coaching to Ministry staff, as requested
    Engage with partners and local stakeholders to monitor the progress and success of activities
    Design a reporting system that ensures data flow and utilization and provides insights on activity performance and areas, contributing towards strategic decision-making and project planning with project leadership
    Work closely with project leadership, including partners and local stakeholders, to develop, implement, and monitor the implementation of a robust learning agenda for continuous learning, collaboration, and adaptation to further the project’s learning agenda
    Participate in relevant M&E technical working groups and coordinating bodies; work with relevant county MOH staff on project-linked M&E as appropriate
    Contribute to the development and sharing of information and knowledge products with all relevant stakeholders in a timely manner
    Contribute to annual workplan preparation in the design of M&E activities.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in monitoring and evaluation, public health, demography, epidemiology, social science, mathematics, economics, or relevant discipline.
    Significant study in the health field, international development and/or program monitoring and evaluation preferred.
    At least 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of M&E in development projects implemented by national/international NGOs, preferably in health.
    Demonstrated experience in coordinating monitoring of health systems in Kenya preferred.
    Demonstrated understanding of and expertise in USAID funded monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) plans and reporting preferred.
    Demonstrated experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports.
    Demonstrated experience in analyzing data using statistical software.
    Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
    Must have demonstrated mentoring and facilitation skills and the ability to network and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
    Excellent English writing skills and analytical abilities, including the ability to effectively expresses ideas, thoughts, and concepts verbally and in written or graphic form, using correct grammar and structure.
    Advanced cross-cultural sensitivity, including experience working and communicating with professional and support staff in a multicultural, multi-linguistic environment; ability to promote an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
    Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
    Familiarity with the Government of Kenya HMIS and DHIS2 software is a plus.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

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  • Chief of Party – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity Finance and Administration Director – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity Monitoring and Evaluation Director – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity Technical Director – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity

    Chief of Party – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity Finance and Administration Director – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity Monitoring and Evaluation Director – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity Technical Director – Kenya Health Systems Strengthening Activity

    Summary of the Position
    The Chief of Party (COP) will provide overall vision and leadership to ensure technical and financial integrity of the project. S/he will serve as the primary point of technical contact with USAID and the Government of Kenya and will design and oversee the annual phasing in of activities within the workplan. The COP supervises the day-to-day work of staff, oversees project implementation to ensure quality of health system programming, and contributes to regional corporate strategies. The COP also ensures that all management systems, from technical to M&E to finance, actively support timely and accurate project reporting and cost effectiveness for successful implementation of the project. The competencies required to be successful in this position include a theoretical and practical understanding of global health practice areas; personnel and project management skills; the ability to lead or contribute to the technical approach on new business; the ability to motivate and lead teams; and the demonstrated ability to operate at advanced levels of authority and accountability for achieving results.
    The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and will report to the Senior Regional Director for Central, East, and Southern Africa.
    Actual hiring is contingent upon successful activity award and USAID approval.
    Responsibilities:

    Provide overall program and technical leadership and supervision of all project activities, including sub-awardees and project personnel
    Lead all project planning responsibilities, including the production of annual workplans and budgets and performance monitoring plan, ensuring alignment of the budget to expected results and ensuring cost-effective use of resources
    Serve as the primary point of contact with USAID, project partners, and key stakeholders
    Oversee responses to donor reporting, including periodic technical and financial reports specified in the award
    Liaise with relevant county Ministry of Health counterparts and key stakeholders
    Ensure compliance with USAID award and IMA World Health headquarters requirements, policies, and regulations
    As relevant, manage all local grantmaking mechanisms, ensuring compliance with USAID regulations and IMA policies; coordinate and/or conduct monitoring visits to grantee programs
    Ensure the development and implementation of key project deliverables, including the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan
    Monitor staff performance and provide capacity strengthening support when needed
    Ensure visibility of project results, achievements, and lessons learned through presentations at conferences and workshops and/or by publishing articles through professional journals
    Recruit and directly supervise local project staff in line with IMA World Health human resources policies; oversee the management and development of project office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled, and productive workforce; an effective leadership team; and an organizational culture where IMA’s values are practiced
    Manage funds and subawards; closely monitor project expenditures
    Together with field and project staff, prepare annual budgets; ensure and supervise regular financial reporting; keep USAID apprised of significant variances
    Ensure project expenses are reasonable, allocable, prudent, and spent in accordance with USAID rules and regulations; support annual audit procedure
    Oversee property and equipment acquisition, disposition, and management

    Qualifications:

    Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent, and/or advanced degree in public health
    Minimum 8-10 years of experience managing and implementing donor-funded health projects, with a strong preference for experience and familiarity with USAID programming and priorities
    At least five years of previous experience managing an international development team as either a Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party preferred
    Experience overseeing sub-awardees to achieve project results
    Familiarity with and expertise in overseeing financial and contractual management aspects of project management
    Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills in institutional strengthening, health systems strengthening, health service delivery, and linkages between communities and health facilities
    Proven ability to forge strong professional relationships and facilitate coordination with donors, implementing partners, county governments, health facilities, and communities in the public and private sectors
    Experience in capacity building and working with the public and private health sectors, especially with county governments
    Demonstrated experience leading teams to achieve successful project implementation, financial management, and reporting
    Experience overseeing development and implementation of M&E and knowledge management strategies relevant to international public health projects
    Excellent team management, interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
    Advanced cross-cultural sensitivity, including experience working and communicating with professional and support staff in a multicultural, multi-linguistic environment; ability to promote an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect
    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

    Nationals of Kenya are strongly encouraged to apply.

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  • HIV Specialist

    HIV Specialist

    IMA World Health is seeking a Senior HIV Specialist to guide strategic direction and leadership to HIV/AIDS programmatic efforts in Kenya. This position is expected to guide delivery of IMA’s PEPFAR-funded programming in the Afya Jijini, a USAID funded contract working in Nairobi County. This is a leadership position with supervisory responsibilities and will engage with government and donors on a routine basis.
    Objective and Scope of Work
    The Senior HIV Specialist will provide programmatic, administrative, operational and logistical support in implementing HIV project activities both to the Afya Jijini and Ministry of Health Staff members. The scope of work includes:

    Conduct desk review of the all the HIV related activities for Afya Jijini and come up with innovative approaches to support the Cluster teams (Cluster Lead, HTS Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and Care and Treatment Officer and facility based staff) in implementing individual and site specific work plans.
    Review the Afya Jijini’s HIV work plan and implementation strategies and align them to the Pepfar priorities and support the project deliver on their Pepfar targets.
    Provide strategic direction, standardization, and leadership to HIV/TB care and treatment service delivery activity design and implementation.
    Be responsible for providing day to day contact with the HIV Care Treatment Integrated Services Delivery Coordinator and each cluster teams on HIV care and treatment activities, providing technical assistance to establish and strengthen implementation of integrated and comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment activities at each supported site, support systems strengthening, improve quality of services and monitor progress towards achievement of quality results by ensuring accountability of the Staff members to the project deliverables
    Work closely with the COP, DCOP and the SMT to ensure standardization of HIV care and treatment and prevention services (e.g., PMTCT, VMMC) across all Afya Jijini activities
    Participate in the design, development and implementation of integrated project work plans and oversee the implementation of the same
    Represent the project in all PEPFAR funded activities in meetings with USAID, PEPFAR, and other implementing partners
    Ensure seamless HIV project implementation by the Afya Jijini supported Sub Grantees by conducting regular progress review meetings

    Provide targeted mentorship and supportive supervision at Afya Jijini supported facilities
    -Supervise and/or mentor select technical and programmatic staff
    -Contribute to development of all project deliverables
    -Participate in Technical Working groups at NASCOP and ensure national initiatives are implemented at Afya Jijini supported facilities, as needed.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Medical Doctor with Advanced Degree in Medicine (M.Med) or Public Health
    Demonstrated technical leadership in integrated HIV programming, heath systems strengthening, and monitoring & evaluation
    A minimum of 8 years’ experience in PEPFAR funded programming, including direct project representation with PEPFAR, USAID, and/or CDC and other implementing partners
    Senior level management experience
    Vast experience working with decentralized government structures in Kenya
    Excellent understanding of quality and quality improvement with experience in implementing the same in a large HIV Program
    Professional Training in HIV and Quality Improvement

    Kindly submit your application and recent resume’ to jijinihr@imaworldhealth.org.
    Closing date 17th August 2020

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    jijinihr@imaworldhealth.org

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant

    Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant

    The M&E Assistant will be responsible for generation of accurate, quality data and effective documentation of USAID/Kenya and East Africa Afya Jijini Program (HIV/AIDS, Maternal Neonatal & Child Health (MNCH), Family Planning (FP), WASH and Nutrition from assigned health facilities for purposes of reporting and use for decision making by program teams.
    Key Responsibilities
    Program Coordination and Management

    Participate in relevant Sub County and Facility based meetings (WITS, QITS, Data reviews, etc.)
    Prepare and make presentations where data issues are to be discussed
    Prepare and share individual weekly schedule for planned activities and site visits with the cluster Program Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
    Data Management
    Conduct data verification and validation in all Afya Jijini program areas
    Ensure availability of MOH data collection and reporting tools and monitor stock outs
    Prepare and maintain updated facility level talking walls
    Take lead in data reconstruction and entry processes in supported facilities
    Make data readily available and accessible for data driven decision making processes at facility level

    Capacity Strengthening

    Provide regular CMEs, OJT and mentorship sessions for facility based staff and other special program clinics staff on data reporting guidelines, tools and systems including use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
    Monitoring, Reporting and Documentation
    Collect, combine and submit timely monthly reports as per the reporting schedules
    Conduct monthly RDQA in all high volume facility using a standard tool and share findings with facility in-charge and all relevant project staff.
    Process and summarize the data into meaningful ad-hoc, weekly, monthly and annual reports at facility – (all program areas including MPDSR)
    Submit weekly report to UHAI Monitoring and Evaluation officer on activities conducted
    Support timely data entry and reporting through DHIS2 (for specific facilities with access), JPHES, DATIM and other project level databases.

    Filing System

    Responsible for File, store and retrieve health records for patient’s management
    Coordinate booking of appointments for patients to specialist clinics.
    Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
    Support EMR implementation and use
    Conduct regular onsite and offsite EMR data backup

    Key Technical Skills and Knowledge

    Possess a minimum of Diploma in Health Records and Information from a recognized college. A Bachelor’s degree in Health Records and information will be a plus.
    At least one year of progressive work experience in M&E/Data management for health projects within Kenya.
    Experience with health records tools, such as service registers, EMRs, data quality assessment, data reconstruction strategies across technical areas (HIV, MNCH, FP/RH, etc.) at the health facility level
    Knowledge and experience on PEPFAR reporting tools
    Skills in conducting Random data quality audits
    Knowledge of different data collection approaches for facility- and community-based health project work.

  • Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Finance& Administration Director Team Leader

    Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Finance& Administration Director Team Leader

    IMA World Health is seeking applications for Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor for the anticipated DFID Delivering Sustainable And Equitable Increases In Family Planning In Kenya opportunity. The programme will strengthen family planning in Kenya. It will focus on equity and sustainability and the overarching goal to support the Government of Kenya to establish the foundations for equitable and sustainable provision of family planning services or to lead efforts to meet FP needs in Kenya and honor its commitments. The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will lead the design and implementation of program M&E to ensure that key activities are being implemented effectively to achieve the intended results and help measure the program’s outcomes (including qualitative and quantitative assessments). The M&E Advisor will report directly to the program Team Leader.
    Duties:

    Lead the project’s overall M&E efforts, including the design and oversight of a strong M&E plan that helps capture contract deliverables
    Identify and train staff on appropriate FP and other relevant indicators in line with international and national M&E standards
    Oversee the program’s robust learning component, including providing technical assistance for the project baseline, mid-line, and end-line and developing a research dissemination plan
    Ensure on-time, accurate, and quality reporting according to contract
    Build capacity of local stakeholders and project staff in relevant M&E topics, including data dissemination and use for program improvement; build the capacity of the project sites and support them to effectively introduce and maintain the project M&E systems and processes
    Participate in relevant M&E technical working groups and coordinating bodies; work with relevant ministries on project-linked M&E, as appropriate

    The position requires a competent and experienced person with the following attributes:

    Master’s degree in Public Health and/or relevant subject area
    10 years of relevant monitor and evaluation experience
    Familiarity with DFID indicators or Family Planning M&E systems a plus
    Experience designing program M&E plans and logical frameworks and monitoring their implementation
    Has overseen or led multi-method project baseline and end-line evaluations that include focus group discussions and key informant interviews
    Prior experience working on DFID-funded projects preferred
    Excellent writing and presentation skills, including graphic presentation
    Strong interpersonal, leadership, and facilitation skills; experience leading M&E trainings for project staff and external stakeholders and providing capacity strengthening support on M&E for various topics
    Excellent written and spoken English
    Kenyan nationals are highly encouraged to apply.

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  • Manager, Communication and Knowledge Management TB / HIV Service Delivery Advisor Program Assistant

    Manager, Communication and Knowledge Management TB / HIV Service Delivery Advisor Program Assistant

    The Manager, Communication and Knowledge Management works with the M&E, technical, programmatic and administrative staff to ensure that information developed by is shared and transformed into readily available knowledge that supports effective decision-making.
    Summary of Responsibilities:

    Provide technical support to the project to develop capacity in information and knowledge management
    Coordinate programs and initiatives related to dissemination and use of knowledge acquired by AFYA Jijini consortium partners and national/international stakeholders
    Develop, produce, disseminate and distribute Afya Jijini communication materials in clear and accessible manner for a range of technical and non-technical audiences.
    Serve as the point of contact with USAID Kenya on media and public relations matters as well as the in-house expert on branding, marking, and positioning of Afya Jijini communications materials and deliverables.
    With the technical team, lead the documentation and dissemination of core technical issues, strategies and lessons emanating from AFYA jijini’s work.
    Support capacity development of the technical team in writing and documentation, and lead the packaging and dissemination of AFYA Jijini success stories and lessons learned.
    Provide assistance to work teams in planning knowledge-sharing strategies, including approaches to remote collaboration and technical knowledge updates.
    Regularly promote knowledge exchange and learning opportunities e.g. coordinating Brown-Bag presentations, informing staff of applicable online discussion lists and communities of practice internal and external to Afya Jijini.
    Proactively seek out and acquire content suitable for sharing within the office and through organization-wide repositories,
    Work with Program, Finance and Administrative teams to ensure timely submission of high quality quarterly, semi-annual, annual and end of program reports to donor and HQ.
    Serve as focal point for the collection and standardization of training manuals and materials prior to them being sent for printing.
    With the program officers, regularly develop and issue program status materials, leaflets, brochures etc. that portray the achievements and status of the project, aimed at different audiences.

    Job Requirement, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

    Master’s Degree in Communication or related field; OR Bachelor’s Degree or with 3-5 years’ experience in knowledge management
    He/She must have at least 5 years’ professional communications experience as a writer/editor preferably in Reproductive Health, International Health and/or HIV/AIDS.
    The candidate should demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, high level of conceptual and strategic thinking as well as writing and editing skills.
    Extensive practical experience in applying information technology to the implementation of knowledge management and knowledge sharing .
    Demonstrated ability to prepare/review complex technical reports; and deliver effective oral presentations
    Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality. .

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  • Maternal new born, Child Health and Family Planning Advisor

    Maternal new born, Child Health and Family Planning Advisor

    The MNCH, FP Advisor will be responsible for developing, leading and implementing a range of MNCH/ FP strategies for the five-year, USAID-funded Afya Jijini project. This position will provide technical support to the project activities to scale up quality Basic and Emergency obstetric and neonatal care (EmONC) in the county. Working with the county health management team, she will be responsible for setting up the RH/FP TWG, the MPDSR committee and relevant quality improvement structures at both county and facility level and through the cluster UHAI teams the work Improvement teams (WITs). Further she will support the scale up of family planning services in the county with a focus on availing modern method mix at all supported facilities. Working with the community engagement advisor and the MNCH/FP technical team, she/he will develop innovative community level models that support uptake of FP, early ANC attendance and retention to 4th ANC, and finally increased facility based deliveries, aggressive c-MNCH approaches in informal settlement with high perinatal deaths. The MNCH/FP advisor will also be responsible for child health activities aimed at increasing immunization coverage by reaching every child and while working with the WASH and nutrition advisor will aim to reduce diarrheal and nutrition related illnesses for children under five years old within the informal settlements. S/he will also work with the HIV/TB advisor to ensure RH/HIV integration in supported facilities including those reaching the priority population. S/he will ensure that the adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) under the DREAMS project are reached with MNCH/FP services. Working closely with rest of technical team and the communication manager, she will support knowledge management in the technical area (success stories, routine case studies, high level case studies, newsletters, relevant posters and other needed publications). The MNCH/FP advisor will represent Afya Jijini project in relevant technical meetings.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    In collaboration with the project team and stakeholders, provide technical leadership and management of Afya Jijini’s MNCH/FP activities
    In collaboration with the CHMT, strengthen the county RH/FP TWG and ensure regular meeting
    Attend national level RH/FP technical fora’s to represent the program as needed
    Prepare regular program updates for presentation to USAID
    Prepare monthly and quarterly activity plans, budget plans and reports on behalf of the MNCH/FP technical team
    In collaboration with CHMT strengthen/establish the RH/FP QA/QI sub-committee that will be reporting to the county QA/QI TWG and UNIT
    In collaboration with the CHMT establish/ strengthen the county MPDSR committee and ensure:-

    All maternal deaths and near misses including cases of obstetrics fistulas, emergency hysterectomies and due to PPH have been documented and audited within 24-48 hrs with an improvement plan
    Working with the rest of the technical teams, ensure that all perinatal deaths are audited with an improvement plan
    Work with county and senior Monitoring and Evaluation advisor to establish/operationalize a database for MPDSR

    Coordinate with the rest of the technical team and the HRH advisor to oversee the training of all maternity and MCH clinic staff on EmONC, EPI, IMCI and FP using the national curriculum and documentation of the same in the TraiNet
    Support the UHAI teams in establishing the facility based WITs for maternity and MCH clinics across all the supported sites
    Working with the UHAI team ensure timely reporting of all MNCH/FP monthly reports
    Coordinate with the supplies chain advisor to support facilities in forecasting of MNCH/RH/FP commodities, ordering, and inventory management.
    Utilizing the MPDSR data (including a rapid baseline survey) identify MPDSR hotspots within the informal settlements to aggressively implement c-MNCH with focus on reducing perinatal mortality in the said hotspots
    Working with the gender and youth advisor ensure that the RH/FP package including PAC is available for ASYRH in supported facilities
    In collaboration with the project communication manager and rest of technical teams develop relevant knowledge documents (reports, success stories, case studies, conference abstracts and others as maybe required).
    Participate in relevant stakeholders TWGs and other key technical meetings.

    Specific Deliverables

    MNCH/RH/FP specific process of care indicators improving with a target of >80%
    Supported facilities offer the 8 EmONC signal functionsIncrease in 4 ANC attendance, SBD and MPDSR at the target facilities

    Increased PNC attendance and new-born review in target facility
    Increased immunization coverage in the supported facilities
    Increase in number of children able to access treatment for diarrhoea using ORS and zinc

    County MNCH/RH/FP TWG in place and functional
    County MNCH/RH/FP QA/QI subcommittee in place and functional
    Facility maternity and MNCH WITs in place and functional (a functionality assessment tool for team is available)
    MPDSR subcommittee in place and functional
    All (100%) Maternal deaths and near deaths audited within 24-48 hours with rapid improvement plan.
    EmONC surveys conducted as scheduled by PIMA & USAID
    Model in place for male engagement in ANC, Labour and postpartum.
    Model(s) in place and rolled out to support preterm birth initiative in high volume facilities
    Model(s) in place and rolled out to support c-MNCH in MPDSR hotspots
    Model(s) in place and roll out for mobilization for RH/FP services at community level
    Timely reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly and as needed)
    All supported sites have fully integrated MNCH/HIV as per the minimum service package
    Case studies, success stories and other publications as needed.

    Key Technical Skills and Knowledge

    Master’s degree in public health, nursing, midwifery, or other related areas, or a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of additional relevant experience.
    Has been in successful field implementation of MNCH/RH/FP programs in Kenya
    Demonstrated skills in designing and rolling out GoK-endorsed approaches that result in improved uptake of services for maternal, neonatal, child health, family planning and reproductive health
    Strong linkages and relationships with County, and sub-county government; health facilities; and implementing partners within Nairobi County working on FP and RH.
    Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
    Knowledge of USAID and PEPFAR program strategies in Kenya
    Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform; ability to manage several major multidimensional activities simultaneously.
    Ability to travel extensively to supported sites.
    Ability to recognize limitations and seek appropriate expert advice

  • Director , Health Systems Strengthening

    Director , Health Systems Strengthening

    Job Description

    IMA in Kenya is looking to recruit Director, Health Systems Strengthening for the Afya Jijini Project. He /She will be responsible for developing and implementing Health System Strengthening activities for the USAID-funded Afya Jijini project. The project Afya Jijini’s ultimate aim is to improve access and uptake of quality health services in Nairobi for the most pressing health issues. Building on the success of USAID’s APHIAplus Nairobi County work, the Afya Jijini Project will strengthen Nairobi County-level institutional and management capacity to deliver quality healthcare services. The project seeks specifically to increase access and use of quality HIV; family planning (FP) and reproductive health (RH); maternal, neonatal and child health (MNCH); water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and nutrition services.
    Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to informal settlements and health facilities in the county, the Director, Health System Strengthening will work with project staff, partners, and sub-grantees to develop innovative and evidence-driven approaches to boosting uptake of health services. He /She will help develop an overarching strategy to help health facilities, Sub-Counties and Counties to strengthen Health Systems, plan and implement capacity strengthening approaches, including trainings and mentorship models, to roll out these approaches.
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide overall project leadership on the development of Health System Strengthening and implementation policies and implementation plans linked closely to Health System Strengthening activities at planning, and implementation level in Nairobi County.
    Oversee the work of technical advisors ( Human Resources for Health, Health Products and Technologies, and Quality Improvement) to ensure Health System Strengthening is incorporated into all Afya Jijini technical support guidelines, tools and implementation activities of the UHAI service delivery teams.
    Work specifically with the Ministry, County and Sub-County Health Management Team, to ensure Health System Strengthening is implemented in Nairobi County. This include strengthening Governance, Leadership, and Human Resources for Health, Health Products and Technologies, Quality Improvement and Monitoring and Evaluation.
    Provide oversight and assistance in achieving technical and operational deliverables.
    Ensure the quality of service delivery support provided by promoting the use of data-driven collaborative improvement team initiatives.
    Represent the project as technical expert in meetings with donors and partners and participate in technical working group meetings at the National, and County level.
    Work with County Health Executives to develop strategic and annual operational plans to facilitate government funding and support
    Participate in drafting, reviewing and approving scopes of work and other related technical documents as they relate to project activities.
    Work with M&E to set up a robust database that showcases our Health System Strengthening work
    Develop and assist in the development of Health System Strengthening related technical briefs, monographs, success stories as part of capacity building and contractual reporting.
    Work to build capacity internally and at Health Facility, Sub-County and County level in Health System Strengthening
    Supervise technical staff

    Qualifications

    Bachelors degree in clinical qualification with specific training and experience in Health System Strengthening with a Master Degree in Public Health or related field.
    8+ years post-graduation experience with 5 years in Health System Strengthening
    Prior experience in implementing donor-funded HIV/AIDS programs in Kenya
    Knowledge of and familiarity with Health and HIV guidelines and PEPFAR indicators.
    Ability to successfully represent the project as technical expert with Sub-County and County level government, NGO, multilateral and bilateral organizations.
    Strong technical experience in implementing HIV and or MNCH/Nutrition/WASH Health System Strengthening activities.
    Proven track record of developing relationships and working successfully with major international health donors (USAID, CDC, etc.) and potential partners.
    Prior experience managing client relationships, reporting, work planning, financial management, and overall program implementation.
    Experience working on U.S. government (including PEPFAR) or other large donor-funded projects required. Knowledge of PEPFAR and GoK indicators for M&E for HIV prevention areas.
    Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
    Fluent in English, Kiswahili and one or more local languages.

  • Technical Officer – Social Support and Linkages

    Technical Officer – Social Support and Linkages

    Job Description

    The TO – Social Support and Linkages will work on a three-person HIV program team (cluster) to ensure the successful HIV Testing Services uptake and retention in health services for a set geographic area of the USAID–funded Afya Jijini project. Afya Jijini’s ultimate aim is to improve access and uptake of quality health services in Nairobi for the most pressing health issues, including among the most vulnerable and at risk. Building on the success of USAID’S APHIA plus Nairobi County work, the Afya Jijini Project will strengthen Nairobi County–level institutional and management capacity to deliver quality health care services. The project seeks specifically to increase access and use of HIV; family planning (FP), reproductive health (RH); maternal, neonatal and child health (MNCH); water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and nutrition services. Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to informal settlements and health facilities in the country, s/he will work with the UHAI Team which also includes a Team Lead and M&E Officer to develop innovative and evidence driven approaches to boost uptake of and retention within services among target populations. Working in a defined geographical area, the Specialist Social Support and Linkages will work with health facilities, their catchment communities, CBO’s and other stakeholders to ensure clients access quality health services and follow up with their referrals and retain in care. The Specialist will also help plan and implement capacity strengthening approaches at the local level including trainings and mentorship models to strengthen the overall continuum of Care.
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    In collaboration with the UHAI Team, lead the HTS services, social support and linkages strategies in target project areas.
    Working with colleagues, analyze and assess the community, socio-cultural and policy environment for factors that hinder uptake and retention in health services (including referral follow – up) among target populations in Nairobi County.
    Develop referral strategies and systems that engages both individuals and health facilities, local NGOs and other stakeholder to ensure a strong continuum of care.
    Plan and lead trainings and other capacity strengthening activities for project staff, partners, health facilities, communities and sub county/County government. Focus on improving the quality of referral systems and follow up on project sites.
    Prepare relevant tools and guidelines for the project in support of social support and linkages for clients.
    Conduct frequent site visits to project health facilities and catchment communities to provide mentoring, support and supervision.
    Complete written report, presentation, analyses and strategy reports in support of the project.
    Integrate project social support approaches into project’s wider health systems strengthening strategic objective and ensure integration with other project technical areas.
    Work closely with the projects Monitoring and Evaluation Team to establish systems for measuring the outcomes of social support activity interventions for routine project monitoring and special evaluations
    Oversee HIV counselling and testing services at the project supported sites, including linkage to care of identified HIV positive clients
    Support and strengthen appointment management system including defaulter tracing in project supported sites
    Support and facilitate psychosocial support groups in the project supported facilities

    Participate in project routine UHAI meetings regularly
    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in the social behavioral sciences (community development, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychological, Health Education, nursing, medicine or Public Health required. Advance Degree a plus.
    5+ years of progressively responsible work experience in developing, managing and measuring health community engagement-driven programs within Kenya.
    Experience with social mobilization and referral strategies in informal settlements and behavior change communication strategy development.
    Demonstrated skills in designing community engagement and referral approaches that result in improved uptake of services and retention in services for one or more of the following technical areas: HIV prevention, care and treatment; MNCH;FP/RH;WASH and Nutrition.
    Knowledge and skills in creating partnerships and strengthening referral systems that bridge health facilities and local communities for effective collaboration.
    Experience in designing and implementing innovative strategies to successfully refer and follow up with one or more of the following priority populations: adolescent girls, sex workers, MSM, OVC, or people who inject drugs.
    Comfortable working with local communities and working with at risk populations.
    Experience working on U.S. government (including PEPFAR) or other large donor-funded projects required. Knowledge of PEPFAR, USG and GoK indicators for M&E for Key Population areas.
    Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
    Fluent in English, Kiswahili and one or more local languages.

  • Program Assistant – DREAMS

    Program Assistant – DREAMS

    Job Details
    The Program Assistant – DREAMS will be responsible for oversight and to coordinate implementation of DREAMS activities within Mukuru Kwa Njenga Ward. The Officer will report to the Youth and Gender Advisor Afya Jijini, and will work closely with the Director Programs, NOPE. She/he will oversee the overall planning, implementation and monitoring of DREAMS activities and innovatively advise and lead approaches aiming at improving health and socio-economic wellbeing of Adolescents Girls and Young Women (10-24) in Nairobi region. She/he will be responsible for representing Afya Jijini in relevant stakeholder meetings and DREAMS planning meetings. In order to be successful in this role, the incumbent will be required on 100% LoE for effective implementation of DREAMS in Mukuru Kwa Njenga
    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Providing leadership in the program through co-ordination and supervision of program activities and staff in the program
    Planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating program activities including writing technical reports for donors
    Managing activity budgets including processing relevant financial transactions
    Developing and promoting partnerships and networking with relevant stakeholders including and not limited to County government, relevant government of Kenya ministries and NGOs
    Facilitating capacity building activities for the program implementation team, community structures, CHMT/SCHMT and other stakeholders.
    Representing the program in technical committees at provincial, district/county level in relation to program technical areas.
    Coordinating sensitization workshops and advocacy sessions for community leaders and other stakeholders in collaboration with partners
    Reviewing the routine monitoring and evaluation data of the implementing partners in priority communities
    Conducting hot spot mapping and size estimation of Adolescents Girls and young Women in Mukuru Kwa Njenga
    Leading the development/adoption of relevant SBC materials to support DREAMS field activities
    Providing leadership to program staff in documentation and dissemination of best practices and lessons learnt
    Providing regular follow-up and supervisory support to ensure quality of program in priority communities
    Participating in the relevant Afya Jijini technical team meetings within Nairobi
    Any other duty as assigned by supervisor.

    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK –RELATED EXPERIENCE

    A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences.
    Five Years of experience working in HIV/AIDS programs with focus on Adolescent sexual reproductive health and youth programs
    Proven project management experience in; community mobilization, Trainer of Trainers/Facilitators-ToT/F, program administration, management and implementation of HIV Prevention and related Programs including supervision and reporting
    Thorough knowledge and experience in operational activities in local and County government structures

    Essential Skills and Knowledge

    Knowledge of HIV prevention, adolescent sexual reproductive health, gender mainstreaming into HV and AIDS programming
    High degree of resilience to accommodate rapidly changing expectations, plans and deliverables
    Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
    Can work independently and self-motivated
    Good knowledge of basic IT skills (power point, e-mail, Internet, Word, etc.)
    Fluent in both Kiswahili and English.