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Website: Website http://jacarandahealth.org/

  • CEO of Jacaranda Maternity

    CEO of Jacaranda Maternity

    Job description
    Key Responsibilities:

    Strategic planning, growth and expansion: Guide the organization’s strategy and business model, and build a strong team capable of executing on our goals at scale. Help evaluate and drive investments for new clinics and scale-up models, for bringing new services to the market. Work with the board to secure investment for expansion, and manage growth of a hospital network.
    Business and financial leadership: Ensure that we are on track with goals for profitability, overall P&L oversight, work with our finance team to strengthen financial systems and controls, and drive cycles of forecasting, procurement, and budgeting. Build our electronic systems – such as point of sale, inventory, and ERP – and business analytics.
    Service delivery and quality: Maintain our reputation as the highest quality maternity care in East Africa, and work with the clinical team to ensure that we stay on the cutting edge of clinical governance, patient safety, compliance, and the overall delivery of high quality, cost effective services — that puts our patients and customers first.
    Human resources and talent growth: Oversee Jacaranda’s talent strategy. Work closely with the team on long-term planning, incentive structures, and acquiring and developing great people. Mentor and develop the management team and prepare them to lead. Help build an organizational culture that is inclusive, mission-driven, and ambitious – where all staff, whatever their background and role, feel supported and engaged and put the needs of patients first.
    Strategic Relationships: Manage strategic relationships with key external stakeholders: our board, investors, referral institutions, academic research partners, insurers, and government partners.

    Requirements:

    Bachelor’s Degree; Masters preferred
    Professional qualifications in health systems management, business, or finance;
    At least ten (10) years’ experience leading significant teams, and excellent people management skills — the ability to mentor a senior team and build a strong organizational culture;
    The attitude and enthusiasm of a start-up entrepreneur: this is not a “behind-the-desk” job — you will be working hand in hand with a dedicated clinical team running a 24/7 operation, and will need to respond to emergencies, meet deadlines, and inspire investors;
    A robust understanding of business dynamics of the health sector in East Africa;
    Excellent financial management with the skills to:

    Interpret and derive business insight from financial statements
    Oversee finance and accounting teams: budgeting, financial controls, cost accounting
    Develop financial models and projections for strategic planning
    Build financial fluency and responsibility among line managers

    Strong systems orientation: continue to improve on clinical and operational systems, marketing, technology systems, policies and programs;
    Ability to engage and communicate strategically and build strong relationships with stakeholders

  • Communications Manager

    Communications Manager

    Responsibilities:
    Develop content (e.g., narrative stories, blog posts, infographics, videos, case studies) for Jacaranda’s website, blog, monthly e-newsletter and social channels that provide engaging information about our work, results and knowledge, which ultimately optimize visibility with key audiences from customers to donor partners.
    Provide ongoing design and creative support on in-house projects including impact reports, videos, brochures
    Work with program managers to lead knowledge management projects – capture and distill Jacaranda’s impact and innovations in a clear and creative way.
    Serve as the primary editor for Jacaranda’s blog and newsletter. In addition to editing and writing, the communications manager will be responsible for creating the content strategy, setting the editorial calendar and using data-driven approaches to increase engagement for these external communications channels.
    Manage, monitor, and grow Jacaranda’s social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, and Linkedin.
    Work with programs staff to support the execution of communication deliverables (e.g., press releases, social media, blogs, brochures, etc.). Support the development and execution of product- and content-specific marketing plans for various project teams.
    Develop and implement media outreach strategies for targeted bloggers, thought leaders and journalists.
    Continually refresh the content and improve the visual presentation on Jacaranda’s website (in collaboration with members of the technology group), ensuring the site always contains accurate, current and engaging content.
    REQUIREMENTS
    Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications or a related field. Non-profit experience a plus, as well as a portfolio of communications materials.
    4-6 years of experience in communications related work
    Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
    Proven ability to conceptualize, plan and execute campaigns on mainstream social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube
    Knowledge of social media monitoring and measurement technologies, such as Hootsuite or SproutSocial.
    Demonstrative experience with creative design aspects related to website, social media and marketing
    Passion to learn and adopt the latest communications trends, strategies, platforms, technologies, tools, and techniques to improve communications effectiveness
    Demonstrated experience with photo editing and graphic design – knowledge of the Adobe suite is a plus! Experience with video production equipment and editing software a plus.
    Ability to create strong written content from complicated clinical or technical topics.
    Complete understanding of and facility using email marketing, social media and blogs.
    Experience updating web page content and databases.
    Media relations experience, including media sponsorship negotiation and pitching to local TV, print and radio

  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    Job Summary
    As a member of the Management team they will be responsible for leading the organization in developing financial and accounting strategy, policies, systems and processes, tax and regulatory requirements and financial controls, ongoing financial modeling, supply chain management and annual business plan.
    Responsible for prudent financial and supply chain management ensuring effective and continuous improvement of financial and procurement control systems, procedure and policies of the Organization to achieve Jacaranda’s goals and objectives. Required to ensure maintenance of accurate financial records, timely availability and reliability of financial information and reports, effective cost control and utilization of resources.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Work requirements and tasks will be guided by the Finance department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and policies which are reviewed periodically but will fall broadly in the following Key Responsibility Areas (KRAS)
    Financial Management & Reporting
    Responsible for leading the development and review of annual financial plans, budgets & targets with other departments, preparation of accurate monthly financial reports as well as oversee and be responsible for proper maintenance of all books of accounts;
    Manage, review and ensure accuracy and approval of statutory returns for payroll, domestic taxes, etc.
    Set up and continuously evaluate internal control systems in line with changing demands, and ensure they are appropriately designed to serve the best interest of Jacaranda.
    Evaluate audit findings, draw comparisons and analyse data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud or lack of compliance with organisation’s policies and government regulations
    Ensuring the asset register is continuous updated and that all assets are tagged.
    Monitoring depreciation of assets and monitoring to ensure that this is in line with their expected useful life
    Strategic Financial Guidance
    Provide business intelligence, analysis, and recommendations based on monthly management reports.
    Responsible for financial modeling, pricing new services, evaluating cost-effectiveness, evaluating impact of strategic decisions on Jacaranda’s business model, and financial sustainability as we grow.
    Evaluate investments for new clinics and scale-up models, for bringing new services to the market, and ensuring that our maternity revenues are growing fast enough to sustained and scale.
    Strengthen technology systems and oversee implementation and deployment of enterprise software and technology to help our billing, point of sale, inventory management, and potentially ERP.
    Strengthen Financial Information Systems
    Supply Chain Management
    Responsible for competitive acquisition of quality goods and services, proper dispatch, while ensuring cost control and good supplier relationship
    Develop, facilitate, implement, monitor and review procurement plans, inventory management and contract management.
    Coordinate the internal monitoring and evaluation of supply chain function to ensure compliance with procurement laws, regulations, and practices
    Audit Management
    Asset Management
    Team Development and Management
    Manage employee performance in your finance team e.g. Weekly/monthly continuous performance discussions and provision of feedback
    Develop the next leadership bench in your team through identifying and working with HR in developing your team’s talent potential e.g. coach, mentor and facilitate development of direct reports.
    REQUIREMENTS
    Education
    Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
    Full professional accounting qualification i.e. CPA-K or equivalent
    Master’s degree will be an added advantage
    Experience
    Over 5 years’ experience in financial strategic planning and budgeting
    A person with a proven track record & unquestionable integrity
    Knowledge and Skills Requirements
    Excellent analytics and experience with financial statements, QuickBooks, and Excel
    Highly resourceful, independent, and self-starting
    Easy-going enough to work in a fluid start up environment in Nairobi
    Ability to communicate findings compellingly to colleagues and advisors
    Interest in global health

  • Human Resources Manager

    Human Resources Manager

    Job description
    At Jacaranda Health, our people are our most valuable resource. The HR Manager will play an important and exciting role in supporting, growing and shaping that resource into a highly effective and mission-focused workforce. Under minimal supervision the HR Manager will be responsible for coordinating and performing a variety of technical, administrative and supervisory duties related to personnel operations, employment, employee relations, employee benefits and educational service functions. Specifically, the HR Manager’s key areas of responsibility will include:
    Engagement
    Take a proactive role in understanding the organization’s HR needs, working diligently with department heads to recruit and induct new employees.
    Foster employee retention through the creation of a positive and engaging work environment, building relations with and between staff, promoting dialogue, addressing needs, and spearheading disciplinary action when needed.
    Initiate communication to Jacaranda staff regarding personnel policies, hospital regulations, and benefits programmes.
    Administer our performance evaluation program.
    Administration
    Process payroll, incorporating statutory payments and staff benefits, and maintain all employee files.
    Develop and implement HR policies, ensuring compliance with Kenyan labour law.
    Understand the unique operating environment of a hospital and provide counsel to the Executive Team on developing policies and procedures regarding employment issues within that context, including accreditation and licensing regulations.
    Submit regular reports to the Executive Team, tracking progress, analyzing trends and providing key insights into HR at Jacaranda.
    Strategy
    Work with the Executive Team to develop and implement the organization’s HR strategy, including administrative direction for the development and delivery of education and training programs, employee recruitment, and budgetary considerations.
    Innovation
    Keep on the lookout for new and interesting ways of improving HR; this might include exploring different avenues for talent acquisition, piloting new tools to collect employee satisfaction data, recommending new systems for operational efficiency, or proposing creative team building events.
    Representation
    Be the face of HR at Jacaranda Health, representing the department at staff meetings and in any internal functions, as well as to external parties, whether partners, government officials, or visitors.
    COMPETENCIES
    Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to resolve conflict.
    Thorough knowledge and understanding of legal and operational aspects of personnel administration and labor relations
    Good at problem solving; able to find creative and pragmatic solutions.
    Ability to be responsive and to prioritize tasks in line with the changing needs of the organization.
    Proficient with MS Word and Excel, as well as with HR Software.
    Fluent in English and Swahili.
    Passionate about fulfilling Jacaranda’s mission.
    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
    A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Business or Personnel Administration or related field, required; Masters’ Degree preferred
    5+ years HR management experience
    Previous health care management experience, preferred

  • Laboratory Technologist Nurse Pharmaceutical Technologist Assistant Quality Improvement Advisor

    Laboratory Technologist Nurse Pharmaceutical Technologist Assistant Quality Improvement Advisor

    Reporting to the Laboratory Services in Charge this position will be responsible for collecting and testing of patient specimens and generating accurate reports to support treatment.
    Duties for the Laboratory Technologist Job
    Work in collaboration with the Clinical team and the JH management to implement effective procedures, rules, regulations that are consistent with the organization values and policies.
    Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and protocols for nursing services
    Perform Laboratory investigations as per clinician’s request and ensure accurate, reliable and timely results.
    Maintain order and smooth flow of patients.
    Collection, preparation and management of samples and specimen including safe disposal
    Quality control and cleanliness adherence for laboratory equipment.
    Submitting lab reports monthly.
    Ensure that all relevant records are updated and maintained.
    Monitor and supervise proper usage of laboratory reagents.
    Maintain Laboratory machines in good order- cleaning and covering after use.
    Ensure general laboratory cleanliness is maintained.
    Report any unusual statistics or observations to the laboratory in-charge.
    Laboratory Technologist Job Qualifications
    Diploma in medical laboratory sciences.
    Must be registered by KMLTTB
    At least 3 years’ experience working in a busy Microbiology laboratory
    Computer literate
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  • Quality Improvement Advisor

    Quality Improvement Advisor

    Overall Purpose: The Quality Improvement Advisor will work with other members of Jacaranda Health’s Quality Improvement team to support the execution of our external QI partnerships, engage in our Community of Practice for QI Champions, and help us realize our vision in the longer term.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Work requirements and tasks will be guided by the department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and which are reviewed periodically but will fall broadly in the following Key Responsibility Areas (KRAS)
    1. Enable and support the execution of QI Public Sector Partnerships through:
    a. Designing and conducting QI training at the partner public hospitals and facilitating the execution of relevant, measureable and sustainable quality improvement projects working alongside QI teams in each facility.b. helping develop capacity, systems and an organizational structure that enable the ongoing application of QIc. Serving as one of the contact persons for Jacaranda Health with partner public hospitals and providing on-going coaching for public hospital QI team members to ensure smooth execution of QI work
    2. Help lead a QI Community of Practice for QI practitioners in Kenya
    3. Provide internal training and decision-making support to managers and clinical staff on continuous performance measurement and quality improvement activities
    4. Work with the data team internally and the M&E team externally to track and interpret key data for performance improvement and wider learning
    5. Develop internal hospital-level quality champions to become mature QI advisors
    6. Document QI efforts for public dissemination and for publication in refereed journals
    Minimum Qualifications
    Bachelor’s Degree
    Formal training in Quality Improvement (e.g. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s Improvement Advisors Course,)
    At least 3 years’ experience of working independently as a Quality Improvement Advisor/Black Belt in healthcare in a low-resource setting
    Strong IT literacy and application of statistical process control methodology
    Application of Monitoring and Evaluation strategies
    Demonstrated ability to facilitate teams in clinical settings in low resource countries
    Preferred Qualifications:
    Trained and practiced as Doctor/Midwife /Social Scientist/Public Health Specialist
    Masters-level education in relevant field

  • Project Manager – Research, Monitoring & Evaluation

    Project Manager – Research, Monitoring & Evaluation

    Overall Purpose: The scope of work will overseeing multiple research projects, including study design, implementation, data collection oversight, data analysis, and manuscript preparation, as well as contributing to a dynamic, fast-paced research/M&E team environment.
    This individual will work on multiple initiatives to design, evaluate, and scale innovations within our clinic and public facilities.
    They will also work on research projects and implementation science.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Work requirements and tasks will be guided by the department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and which are reviewed periodically but will fall broadly in the following Key Responsibility Areas (KRAS)
    Lead the management of the M-Health portfolio of Jacaranda, including RCTs touching multiple public health facilities and new technology initiatives
    Oversee and lead study design, implementation, data collection, data analysis, and dissemination activities for multiple research projects
    Contribute to impact measurement at Jacaranda, and manage ongoing program monitoring and impact evaluation of programs and initiatives.
    Analyse, prepare, and disseminate M&E data for practical use by program managers for program improvement, and support development and reporting of key metrics to partners and funders
    Help set our strategy for engaging government partners, building our research/project portfolio, and evaluating the impact of our work within Jacaranda Health and in the surrounding community
    Build and maintain strategic partnerships with research and academic institutions locally and abroad, stakeholders within the county government health office and other stakeholders
    Work with a team of M&E project managers & Fellows, including contributing to guiding performance objectives, training, and mentorship to all M&E team members
    Coordinate academic research partnerships (including developing a strategic plan for Jacaranda’s research activities, identifying and securing research partnerships, identifying and securing funding for implementation science research)
    Support Jacaranda’s influence in the maternal and child health landscape through publication of academic papers and presentation at conferences
    Minimum Qualifications & Experience
    Master’s Degree in Public Health or Equivalent Minimum of 2-3 years’ proven experience managing projects and/or conducting research in a health care setting
    Experience managing data, project management skills and great attention to detail.
    Proficiency in data analysis software; Proficiency in Microsoft and Google products, in particular Excel; familiarity with database management programs (e.g. Access, SQL etc., Salesforce) a plus;
    Experience with M-Health a plus, though not required. Should be interested in ICT4D

  • Nurse

    Nurse

    We are seeking to hire Nurse Education & Professional Development Coordinator on a nine (9) months contract.We are looking for someone highly-motivated and willing to take a lot of initiative and with a passion for providing Quality Care.
    The Nurse Education & Professional Development Coordinator will primarily be responsible for providing leadership for professional development and implementation of programs and support services that enhance the theoretical knowledge and clinical practice of the nursing/midwifery workforce. This includes the planning and development of education and training programs that complement the development and review of policy and procedures with a strong focus on evidenced-based practice. The incumbent will be accountable for the development, coordination and evaluation of consistent clinical practice, policies, protocols and procedures that are competency based
    Nurse Job Responsibilities
    Performs nursing practice by providing direct patient care.
    Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice.
    Plans and implements orientation and education programs.
    Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice.
    Actively participates in performance improvement programs to identify learning needs of the staff.
    Collaborates with other health care disciplines within the hospital and community to develop and implement educational programs.
    Provides consultation to nursing staff and other health care professionals.
    Maintains practice excellence by utilizing practice opportunities for own professional growth and attending educational activities as needed.
    Demonstrates professional commitment through membership in specialty organizations.
    Contributes to ongoing staff performance evaluations and to direct staff toward achieving optimum professional development as directed by the Hospital Manager, Chief Medical Office.
    Participates in program development and hospital committees, implementing the plan and providing staff training.
    Qualifications for the Nurse Job
    Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or its equivalent, Master’s Degree preferred
    Minimum of 5-7 years midwifery experience.
    Proficient in PC based computer skills, as well as Excel and PowerPoint.
    Demonstrated experience in a nursing leadership role involving change management, motivational and team development skills together with the ability to apply complex problem solving strategies.
    Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate, deliver and evaluate education and training programs that incorporate contemporary adult learning principles.
    Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and the capacity to apply knowledge and skills to develop innovative improvement strategies.
    Demonstrated ability to interpret and facilitate the implementation of policy/guidelines and evidence based practice.
    Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills including comprehensive reports and advice for key internal and external partners.
    Demonstrated ability to effectively manage key nursing and midwifery projects within required timeframes and to provide advice on project impacts and outcomes.
    Proficient facilitation and presentation skills preferred alongside proficient computer skills.

  • Doctor in Charge Social Media Specialist Intern

    Doctor in Charge Social Media Specialist Intern

    Overall Purpose: The Doctor will primarily be responsible for providing quality clinical services to our clients, program coordination and research.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Work requirements and tasks will be guided by the Clinical Operations department’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Protocols which are reviewed periodically but will fall broadly in the following Key Responsibility Areas (KRASs)
    Clinical Practice Assess, Monitor and provide  appropriate clinical care (medical and surgical) to patients on hospital wards and in outpatient clinics;
    Complete documentation, both as a legal record of treatment and for the benefit of other healthcare professionals
    Coordinate and discuss planned care with the patient and other team professionals as appropriate.
    Ensure that patients are kept fully informed of and understand all procedures and treatments to be undertaken. Informed Consent will be obtained from patients in accordance with Jacaranda policy.
    The Medical Doctor will take an active role in health promotion and disease prevention.
    Quality Assurance
    Develop standards, protocols and procedures;
    Ensure that comprehensive hospital medical records for all in and outpatients are accurately maintained;
    Administration & Management Provides leadership, mentorship, coaching, support and guidance to ensure achievement of set objectives;
    Supervises, guides and trains the consultant doctors, clinical officers, interns, medical students and other cadres of clinical staff.
    Provide reports and contribute to the planning, budgeting and development of the medical service.
    Education and Research
    The Doctor in Charge will continue to keep abreast with trends, developments and the appropriate utilization of technology in the field of medical care on a regular and ongoing basis;
    Participate in available educational sessions on topics such as clinical budgeting, medical audit, performance appraisal and quality control.
    Minimum Qualifications
    Degree in Medicine and Surgery with a minimum of 4 years’ experience.
    Specialized in Obstetrics and Gynaecology preferred
    Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
    Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
    Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment
    A good understanding of community dynamics. Knowledge and familiarity with low-income urban areas of Nairobi
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  • Chief Innovation Officer

    Chief Innovation Officer

    Responsibilities:
    Play a key leadership role in setting vision for building influence in the maternal health landscape.
    Manage and expand our portfolio of innovation and research projects, encompassing global best practices in continuous quality improvement, mobile health, and behavioral economics.
    Manage, mentor, and build our team of project managers, research managers, quality improvement and data specialists.
    Contribute Jacaranda’s insights into maternal health-seeking behavior, behavioral economics, human centered design, and demand generation.
    Help coordinate our partnerships with government facilities and other implementing partners – and insights into build health systems, and use our evidence to influence local policy and practice.
    Coordinate strategic planning around Jacaranda’s research activities, identifying and securing partnerships and funding for implementation science research.
    Support our capacity for technology innovation (our creative customer-facing SMS and WhatsApp programs)
    Expand Jacaranda’s influence in the maternal and child health landscape through publication of academic papers and presentation at conferences
    Qualifications and Experience
    Relevant advanced degree preferred, and 10+ years of experience
    Proven experience building partnerships and securing resources:
    Experience leading and building diverse, high-performing teams
    Exceptional communication and project management skills
    Success securing grants and contract partnerships
    Strong grasp of maternal health challenges and opportunities
    Strong data, analytical and decision-making skills
    Experience working with academic partners and liaising with researchers: you don’t have to be a researcher but should be comfortable managing them.
    Desired: experience with Kenyan government partners at the county or ministry level.
    Two-year minimum commitment required
    Logistics: 
    The position is based full-time in Nairobi, Kenya