Jobs Kenya

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  • Chief of Party

    Chief of Party

    Overall Responsibilities:
    The COP leads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including (1) vision and technical strategy; (2) project management; (3) documentation and communication; (4) client(s) and stakeholder(s) relationships; and (5) coordination and synergy with other USAID and MSH projects. In the role of Chief of Party, s/he ensures that the Program has a strategic vision of success, and deploys all resources – financial, technical, and human – in support of these strategies and plans. S/he is aware of and adheres to MSH’s Procurement Integrity standards and procedures in all project management responsibilities.
     
    This position is subject to project award and funding.
     
    Specific Responsibilities:
    The COP serves as the primary project liaison from MSH to the donor, US Government representatives, non-government partners such as civil society organizations, private entities, professional associations and academic and learning institutions, and appropriate officials from the Government of Kenya and representatives from other donor and development agencies. The COP is accountable for the achievement of results, ensuring quality of services is maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives and deliverables are met.
    The COP adapts and implements management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the agreement, ensuring sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to USAID.
    The COP collaborates with partners, donor, and stakeholder representatives, building and maintaining productive relationships.
    The COP supervises direct reports with a particular focus on achievement of their key tasks and project deliverables.
    The COP communicates, implements, and assures adherence to MSH and project policies, guidelines and values; develops staff skills and knowledge; and facilitates supervisee success and professional development whenever possible.

    A Masters’ degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university. 
    A minimum of 12-15 years of project management experience (of which at least half is in a senior management position) in large, multi-year international health sector development programs that have implemented successful activities in areas such as governance, analytics and information systems, health systems strengthening and support to decentralized governments structures. 
    Demonstrated subject-matter expertise in two or more of the following areas: supply chain systems and improved access to and accountability of quality health products and technologies; health systems governance; evidence-based policy development and implementation for quality and equitable services: and health systems strengthening, including human resources for health management systems, analytics and information systems, county-based health care financing and good governance/leadership.
    Experience in public health in low- and middle-income countries managing the technical operational, and organizational aspects of health projects including staff supervision and oversight of operational procedures and policies; preference given to those with experience in Kenya.
    Familiarity with USAID regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor assisted projects.
    Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision. Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit. 
    Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, CAs, and donor organizations.
    Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.
    Willingness to travel within project areas as needed.
    Excellent written communication in English is required.

    Apply via :

    msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Communications Specialist – Social Media

    Communications Specialist – Social Media

    Project Summary:
     
    The USAID/Kenya and East Africa Development Outreach and Communications Support Project, including a USAID Somalia Development Outreach and Communications support component, supports outreach to and communication with stakeholders within Kenya, East Africa, and Somalia on U.S. Government strategic objectives and impacts. This includes producing communications products and publications, supporting events management and interactive engagement opportunities, and contributing to the development of strategic communication strategies for the Kenya and East Africa Mission.

    **Please note: Only Kenya citizens are eligible for this position
     
    Position Summary:
    The Communications Specialist – Social Media will participate in the full scope of strategic communication support tasks—including the development and production of information products and publications, event coverage, field work, photography, social media management, strategy development, videography and writing—with an emphasis on leading on social media issues. This position will report to the Chief of Party and work full-time at MSI’s Nairobi field office.
     
    Responsibilities:

    Produce content that adheres to USAID branding and style guidelines
    Interpret and tailor complex, technical content for different audiences
    Assign to staff and follow up on content development
    Ensure relevance of tone and of messages to programmatic priorities
    Manage partner-generated content
    Coordinate closely across the DOC, MSI teams and implementing partners
    Contribute to the professional presentation and execution of communications products and services
    Contribute to systems to track metrics/indicators
    Participate in and contribute to presentations, strategy and performance review meetings

    Social Media:

    Provide daily monitoring and management of platforms to flag any sensitive issues
    Adapt content to reflect local developmental realities in each different context the project supports activities
    Contribute to the development of social media messaging and toolkits with draft messages, corresponding links and appropriate images on a regular basis
    Schedule and post social media content according to the content calendar
    Make edits and secure approvals prior to publishing
    Solicit social media content on a regular basis from implementing partners
    Set up social media advertisements
    Repost upon request or cross-post flagship content across all platforms

    Media Monitoring and Press Relations:

    Review and analyze traditional and online media on a daily basis
    Identify and summarize relevant mentions in communications to the Mission
    Contribute to a monthly catalog of news stories that will be further analyzed by an independent media monitoring organization on a monthly and quarterly basis
    Facilitate travel, coverage, or otherwise liaise with journalists on site visits
    Engage in media calls and prepare/distribute press kits
    Update media contact lists after each event or site visit
    Prepare event specific media monitoring reports, on request, that synthesize journalist participation and press coverage

    Field Work:

    Review relevant reports, news articles, social media handles, and other online information to prepare for field work
    Draft and submit a short, pre-field brief that outlines sites to be visited, partner/travel contacts, potential interviewees and interview questions before travelling to the field
    Work with management and USAID to identify suggested partners, sites, or interviewees, particular angles and themes, relevant resource documents, timelines and final products
    Conduct interviews, take photos, videos, and otherwise support field work
    Work with other photographers and videographers to capture human interest stories
    Obtain signed digital consent from necessary parties, using the Easy Release mobile application
    Conduct reconnaissance on sites to determine and report its suitability for future events or stories
    After returning from the field, complete necessary uploads of high-quality photos, captions and metadata, raw audio files, field contacts
    Submit brief final trip report

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field, master’s preferred
    Minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience in journalism or public relations required
    Demonstrated experience implementing communication strategies and outreach campaigns that successfully raise the profile of projects or commercial companies
    Work experience with non-governmental organizations, donors and/or mass media, and understanding of the international development space
    Demonstrated broad knowledge of digital (websites, social networking, email and blogging), photography and videography
    Experience in building the capacity of USAID projects on how to communicate and report their progress and successes is highly preferred
    In-depth understanding of Kenyan culture, geography and development issues
    Experience working and traveling in Kenya
    Ability to pitch and shape earned media opportunities
    Written and verbal fluency in English is required

    Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
    MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.
    Reasonable Accommodations: MSI is dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please email MSI.Dept.HRRecruiting@tetratechinc.onmicrosoft.com with Reasonable Accommodations in the title. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

    Apply via :

    chu.tbe.taleo.net

  • Technical Advisor

    Technical Advisor

    The Technical Advisor (TA) provides assistance to MTaPS Country Director and Senior Technical Advisors in technical activities focusing on GHSA interventions in improving infection prevention and control (IPC), water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) and pharmacovigilance for safety monitoring. S/he supports in-country and regional teams in the design and implementation of technical activities ensuring their adequate contribution to MTaPS results. The TA is also responsible for the implementation and evaluation of those designated field activities such as development, deployment of tools/guidelines and implementation of county and facility based interventions. Under guidance from senior staff, s/he provides support to program quality reviews, activity reporting, and knowledge management activities. As required, other areas of work may include activities aimed at strengthening pharmaceutical systems, supply chain management or pharmaceutical services in developing countries. 
    Technical Support (40%)

    Participate in the coordination, design and implementation of technical assistance in support of MTaPS GHSA/IPC/WASH/AMS in the country
    Participate in the coordination, design and implementation of technical assistance in support of MTaPS IGAD/EAC pharmacovigilance (PV) activities.
    Conduct desk-based and/or field-based research and technical assistance activities including delivery of reports, papers, and training as designated by senior technical staff.
    Participate in the design and implementation of GHSA/IPC/AMS and PV field activities including the development of tools and implementation of data analysis plans; also assist in data interpretation and technical activity reporting.
    Participate in human resource capacity assessments in the health and pharmaceutical sector and collaborate with senior technical staff and the Capacity Building and Performance Improvement Unit in the development of capacity building and training materials.
    Support country activities under the guidance from the CPD and STA and in collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit, in the development and implementation of portfolio specific M&E plans.
    Participate in the review of designated program documentation and activity products ensuring quality of program deliverables.
    Participate in the development of communication materials, presentations, articles, concept papers, abstracts and posters in the context of knowledge management and participate in the presentation of these products to various audiences and forums.
    Provide writing and analytical assistance as needed to produce special thematic reports and/or technical briefs documents aimed for publication.
    Attend technical and brown bag informational meetings when required and prepare related briefs for senior technical staff.  Also, work occasionally with senior technical staff for developing MSH proposals and new assistance projects as needed.
    Participate in other duties, as assigned.

    Capacity Building (40%)

    Participate in human resource capacity assessments in the pharmaceutical sector and collaborate internally and externally to develop country-specific capacity building material, strategies and roll out plans in support of IPC AMS and PV.
    Support implementation of IPC and AMS capacity building materials, strategies and action plans at national and county levels.
    Assist Ministry of Health (MOH), AMR secretariat, Public Health Programs and County Health Management Teams to design and review AMR related policies, standards, guidelines, procedures and other relevant materials,
    Participate in the planning and delivery of Pharmaceutical system strengthening programs aimed at building the capacity of MOH, Public Health Programs, relevant regulatory authorities, professional associations and training institutions.
    Collaborate with stakeholders for the development, deployment and implementation of appropriate tools necessary to improve pharmaceutical management information systems and their appropriate use for decision making.

    Monitoring and Evaluation (20%)

    In coordination with the M&E team, support project for the establishment of mechanisms for collecting relevant data to their established indicators. Also participate in program review activities and provide adequate recommendations.
    Support project staff in the adequate documentation and dissemination of program results and lessons learned including the development and submission of abstracts and articles to scientific journals and conferences.

    Education

    Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field required.

    Experience
    Required:

    6 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 4 years of experience with a Master’s, and 2 years of experience with a Doctorate’s degree.
    Experience in international public health with a focus on strengthening health, pharmaceutical and pharmacovigilance systems in developing countries.
    Specialized training and/or practical experience related to infection control, including at the health facility level, and other areas of AMR containment such as WASH and antimicrobial stewardship.

     Preferred:

    Experience with programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID, CDC and international agencies such as the Global Fund, UNITAID, WHO and World Bank preferred.

    Knowledge and Skills

    Ability to write lucid technical reports and documents and to make presentations in English is required.
    Competence in use of word processing programs required, and experience with spreadsheets and database applications strongly preferred.
    Excellent writing and presentation skills in English are essential
    Proficiency in English and any other languages of other USAID-supported countries is desired.
    Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team spirit.

    Competencies

    Ability to work independently and in team
    Good judgment for decision making.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability in consensus building and constructively leading a team.

    Physical Demands

    Travel requirements 60% in Kenya and within selected counties.

    Apply via :

    msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Communications Specialist – Social Media

    Communications Specialist – Social Media

    Project Summary:

     
    The USAID/Kenya and East Africa Development Outreach and Communications Support Project, including a USAID Somalia Development Outreach and Communications support component, supports outreach to and communication with stakeholders within Kenya, East Africa, and Somalia on U.S. Government strategic objectives and impacts. This includes producing communications products and publications, supporting events management and interactive engagement opportunities, and contributing to the development of strategic communication strategies for the Kenya and East Africa Mission.

    **Please note: Only Kenya citizens are eligible for this position

     

    Position Summary:

    The Communications Specialist – Social Media will participate in the full scope of strategic communication support tasks—including the development and production of information products and publications, event coverage, field work, photography, social media management, strategy development, videography and writing—with an emphasis on leading on social media issues. This position will report to the Chief of Party and work full-time at MSI’s Nairobi field office.

     

    Responsibilities:

    Produce content that adheres to USAID branding and style guidelines
    Interpret and tailor complex, technical content for different audiences
    Assign to staff and follow up on content development
    Ensure relevance of tone and of messages to programmatic priorities
    Manage partner-generated content
    Coordinate closely across the DOC, MSI teams and implementing partners
    Contribute to the professional presentation and execution of communications products and services
    Contribute to systems to track metrics/indicators
    Participate in and contribute to presentations, strategy and performance review meetings

    Social Media:

    Provide daily monitoring and management of platforms to flag any sensitive issues
    Adapt content to reflect local developmental realities in each different context the project supports activities
    Contribute to the development of social media messaging and toolkits with draft messages, corresponding links and appropriate images on a regular basis
    Schedule and post social media content according to the content calendar
    Make edits and secure approvals prior to publishing
    Solicit social media content on a regular basis from implementing partners
    Set up social media advertisements
    Repost upon request or cross-post flagship content across all platforms

    Media Monitoring and Press Relations:

    Review and analyze traditional and online media on a daily basis
    Identify and summarize relevant mentions in communications to the Mission
    Contribute to a monthly catalog of news stories that will be further analyzed by an independent media monitoring organization on a monthly and quarterly basis
    Facilitate travel, coverage, or otherwise liaise with journalists on site visits
    Engage in media calls and prepare/distribute press kits
    Update media contact lists after each event or site visit
    Prepare event specific media monitoring reports, on request, that synthesize journalist participation and press coverage

    Field Work:

    Review relevant reports, news articles, social media handles, and other online information to prepare for field work
    Draft and submit a short, pre-field brief that outlines sites to be visited, partner/travel contacts, potential interviewees and interview questions before travelling to the field
    Work with management and USAID to identify suggested partners, sites, or interviewees, particular angles and themes, relevant resource documents, timelines and final products
    Conduct interviews, take photos, videos, and otherwise support field work
    Work with other photographers and videographers to capture human interest stories
    Obtain signed digital consent from necessary parties, using the Easy Release mobile application
    Conduct reconnaissance on sites to determine and report its suitability for future events or stories
    After returning from the field, complete necessary uploads of high-quality photos, captions and metadata, raw audio files, field contacts
    Submit brief final trip report

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field, master’s preferred
    Minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience in journalism or public relations required
    Demonstrated experience implementing communication strategies and outreach campaigns that successfully raise the profile of projects or commercial companies
    Work experience with non-governmental organizations, donors and/or mass media, and understanding of the international development space
    Demonstrated broad knowledge of digital (websites, social networking, email and blogging), photography and videography
    Experience in building the capacity of USAID projects on how to communicate and report their progress and successes is highly preferred
    In-depth understanding of Kenyan culture, geography and development issues
    Experience working and traveling in Kenya
    Ability to pitch and shape earned media opportunities
    Written and verbal fluency in English is required

    Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

    MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

    Reasonable Accommodations: MSI is dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please email MSI.Dept.HRRecruiting@tetratechinc.onmicrosoft.com with Reasonable Accommodations in the title. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

    Apply via :

    chu.tbe.taleo.net

  • Technical Advisor

    Technical Advisor

    The Technical Advisor (TA) provides assistance to MTaPS Country Director and Senior Technical Advisors in technical activities focusing on GHSA interventions in improving infection prevention and control (IPC), water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) and pharmacovigilance for safety monitoring. S/he supports in-country and regional teams in the design and implementation of technical activities ensuring their adequate contribution to MTaPS results. The TA is also responsible for the implementation and evaluation of those designated field activities such as development, deployment of tools/guidelines and implementation of county and facility based interventions. Under guidance from senior staff, s/he provides support to program quality reviews, activity reporting, and knowledge management activities. As required, other areas of work may include activities aimed at strengthening pharmaceutical systems, supply chain management or pharmaceutical services in developing countries. 

    Technical Support (40%)

    Participate in the coordination, design and implementation of technical assistance in support of MTaPS GHSA/IPC/WASH/AMS in the country
    Participate in the coordination, design and implementation of technical assistance in support of MTaPS IGAD/EAC pharmacovigilance (PV) activities.
    Conduct desk-based and/or field-based research and technical assistance activities including delivery of reports, papers, and training as designated by senior technical staff.
    Participate in the design and implementation of GHSA/IPC/AMS and PV field activities including the development of tools and implementation of data analysis plans; also assist in data interpretation and technical activity reporting.
    Participate in human resource capacity assessments in the health and pharmaceutical sector and collaborate with senior technical staff and the Capacity Building and Performance Improvement Unit in the development of capacity building and training materials.
    Support country activities under the guidance from the CPD and STA and in collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit, in the development and implementation of portfolio specific M&E plans.
    Participate in the review of designated program documentation and activity products ensuring quality of program deliverables.
    Participate in the development of communication materials, presentations, articles, concept papers, abstracts and posters in the context of knowledge management and participate in the presentation of these products to various audiences and forums.
    Provide writing and analytical assistance as needed to produce special thematic reports and/or technical briefs documents aimed for publication.
    Attend technical and brown bag informational meetings when required and prepare related briefs for senior technical staff.  Also, work occasionally with senior technical staff for developing MSH proposals and new assistance projects as needed.
    Participate in other duties, as assigned.

    Capacity Building (40%)

    Participate in human resource capacity assessments in the pharmaceutical sector and collaborate internally and externally to develop country-specific capacity building material, strategies and roll out plans in support of IPC AMS and PV.
    Support implementation of IPC and AMS capacity building materials, strategies and action plans at national and county levels.
    Assist Ministry of Health (MOH), AMR secretariat, Public Health Programs and County Health Management Teams to design and review AMR related policies, standards, guidelines, procedures and other relevant materials,
    Participate in the planning and delivery of Pharmaceutical system strengthening programs aimed at building the capacity of MOH, Public Health Programs, relevant regulatory authorities, professional associations and training institutions.
    Collaborate with stakeholders for the development, deployment and implementation of appropriate tools necessary to improve pharmaceutical management information systems and their appropriate use for decision making.

    Monitoring and Evaluation (20%)

    In coordination with the M&E team, support project for the establishment of mechanisms for collecting relevant data to their established indicators. Also participate in program review activities and provide adequate recommendations.
    Support project staff in the adequate documentation and dissemination of program results and lessons learned including the development and submission of abstracts and articles to scientific journals and conferences.

    Education

    Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field required.

    Experience

    Required:

    6 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 4 years of experience with a Master’s, and 2 years of experience with a Doctorate’s degree.
    Experience in international public health with a focus on strengthening health, pharmaceutical and pharmacovigilance systems in developing countries.
    Specialized training and/or practical experience related to infection control, including at the health facility level, and other areas of AMR containment such as WASH and antimicrobial stewardship.

     Preferred:

    Experience with programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID, CDC and international agencies such as the Global Fund, UNITAID, WHO and World Bank preferred.

    Knowledge and Skills

    Ability to write lucid technical reports and documents and to make presentations in English is required.
    Competence in use of word processing programs required, and experience with spreadsheets and database applications strongly preferred.
    Excellent writing and presentation skills in English are essential
    Proficiency in English and any other languages of other USAID-supported countries is desired.
    Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team spirit.

    Competencies

    Ability to work independently and in team
    Good judgment for decision making.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability in consensus building and constructively leading a team.

    Physical Demands

    Travel requirements 60% in Kenya and within selected counties.

    Apply via :

    msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Logistics and Administrative Assistant, USAID Kenya and East Africa Development Outreach and Communications Support Project, Nairobi, Kenya

    Logistics and Administrative Assistant, USAID Kenya and East Africa Development Outreach and Communications Support Project, Nairobi, Kenya

    Project Summary:
    The Kenya and East Africa Development Outreach and Communications Support Program provides communication, outreach, and strategic planning services to the USAID/Kenya and East Africa (KEA) and USAID/Somalia Mission. Through a four-year period of performance, the program supports day-to-day media communications and outreach activities, as well as the development of a mission-wide Communications Strategy.
    **Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position
    Position Summary:
    The Logistics and Administrative Assistant will be a part of a two-person operations team supporting the anticipated USAID Somalia Development Outreach and Communications (DOC) Support Program’s activities. They will report to the Finance and Operations Manager and work full-time at MSI’s Nairobi field office. This position will support the finance, operations and technical teams and will perform other administrative duties, including coverage for reception, as requested.
    Responsibilities:

    Work closely with the Finance Specialist to provide operational support to all project activities.
    Support financial needs by processing payments, preparing tax forms, and scanning financial documents in a timely manner.
    Ensure asset inventory control and management, facilities management, and coordinate transportation.
    Maintain office and purchase order files and databases and assist with recording the purchasing of supplies.
    Support procurement actions of office supplies and materials (e.g., for workshops) and ensure an adequate supply of office materials (paper, toner, stationary, cleaning substances, toiletries etc.) for the day-to-day running of the office.
    Implement administrative and finance activities by organizing and archiving information.
    Assist in arranging project site visits and coordinating all MSI field visits for both long- and short-term staff, including facilitating booking of venues for accommodation, meals, conference facilities, and other related services.
    Conduct errands in support of assigned tasks, such as post office deliveries or pickups, project purchases or other miscellaneous tasks.
    Perform follow-up calls to provide confirmation of receipt of official correspondence, reservations, and other communications.
    Assist staff with overflow work including word processing, data entry and internet research tasks.
    Welcome and attend to all office guests and answer the office telephone.
    Any other assignments as determined by project needs.

    Qualifications:

    A minimum of high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
    A minimum of two years of professional experience in support of office and/or event management.
    Skills in supporting record keeping and accounting.
    Ability to work within a team and multitask.
    Regional knowledge of Somalia required.
    Experience working under USAID-funded programs preferred.
    Fluency in English and Somali.

    Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
    MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

  • Consultant I

    Consultant I

    Job ID: 13-11013 
    Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group)  
    Due Date: 2020-03-20 
    Overview

    MSH in Kenya seeks to recruit Consultant for a duration of two (2) weeks under the Primary Health Care (PHC) Costing Project.
    With support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSH is developing a new tool and methodology for costing PHC services at the facility/community level and for grouping these costs into district and higher level PHC costs.
    The tool will be used by the Kenya Ministry of Health, the Division of Primary Health Care to develop an investment case and guide evidence-based planning and resource-mobilization for county-specific UHC scale-up plans in six counties (Nyeri, Mukueni, Kajiado, Isolo, Kisumu, and Kilifi). The tool will be open-source and a public good so counties will be able to access it easily and can view and change all elements of the tool as needed.
    The tool will be used to develop a model for a representative primary hospital, a health center, a dispensary and a community in each county. Each model will contain the actual services and costs for the most recently-completed fiscal year, which will serve as the baseline costs, and the services and costs for needs-based scaling up targets projected over 5 years. The normative list of services will be based on the KEPH; the target service utilization figures will be based on catchment populations and disease incidence rates and expected utilization rates; and the normative costs will be based on standard treatment protocols.

    Specific Responsibilities
    Description of services to be provided
    The objective of this consultancy is to validate the package of services and corresponding norms and standards for each service, more specifically:

    Review of the list of services included in PHC package by program area, level of care, and target population
    Assist with the collection of and analysis of normative data including service package review and standard treatment protocols
    Complete the expected utilization rate (incidence or prevalence rate, self-care percentage, market share for each service included in the package according to county data. E.g. HIV prevalence rate in Kisumu, public sector market shares in Isiolo, etc.
    Complete the standard treatment protocols for each service by level of care including staff time, medicines, laboratory/radiology tests, and other supplies
    Assist in conducting the MOH validation meetings

    Deliverables

    A master Normative List of Services with: target service utilization figures, disease incidence and prevalence rates and standard treatment protocols.

    Qualifications and Experience

    The ideal candidate should have a diploma in Clinical Medicine, Master’s in Medicine, Public Health or relevant field is an added advantage.
    She/he should have at least 7 years’ hands on experience in clinical management at both primary care levels in the Kenya public health sector. 
    She/he should have proven experience and understanding of the Kenya health policies and system, experience and understanding of working with the MOH.
    In addition, she/he should be proficient in relevant computer applications which includes word processing, databases and excel skills.  
    Demonstrable ability to generate technical reports in a timely manner.  
    The successful candidate needs to be a strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  
    She/he should work with minimal supervision with ability to work independently and in a team.

  • Senior Accountant

    Senior Accountant

    Job description
    Working closely with the Country Project Director, the Senior Accountant in collaboration with the Finance & Administration Director will be responsible for ensuring that financial resources are allocated for maximum program impact and used in compliance with contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and appropriate MSH standards and procedures. S/he is a key contributor to the program management strategy and organizes human, financial, and logistical resources for activity implementation.
    The M TaPS Senior Accountant In collaboration with Country Project Director, Regional Finance & Administration Director and focal US-based MTaPS Finance team will participate in preparation of reports for donor agencies as required.

    S/he will provide hands on support in budget management, financial analysis, accounting, operational and management support for MTaPS, under the supervision of the regional Finance and Administration Director. To this end, s/he develops routine and ad hoc reports, budget updates for different technical activities to ensure the regular flow of accurate and relevant financial information for enhanced project management and planning. This position will prepare and enter in accounting transactions, prepare payroll and make vendor payments.
    S/he will provide hands on support on all operational and administrative services for the MTaPS in country. S/he ensures that MTaPS project in country operates as a cohesive, neutral, functional unit that provides high-quality, responsive, timely and cost effective services within the framework of local laws, MSH policies and standard operating procedures, and donor requirements. S/he is a member of the Project management team and is expected to play an active role in assisting the Country Project Director develops a strong and strategic country presence, as necessary.
    S/he will assist in safeguarding the assets (financial and physical) of MSH and ultimately the U.S. Government or other donor against fraud, loss or misuse. This position is responsible for ensuring that any money expended in the field is done in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, MSH policy, and any cost principles imposed by the donor agency. H/She is aware of, and adheres to, MSH’s procurement integrity standards in all activities.
    This position has primary responsibility for ensuring that MSH operations in country are functioning efficiently and effectively, and aligned to support attainment of project results, donor regulations and client expectations and MSH policies.
    S/he will assist and oversees core systems by implementing and proactively engaging, coordinating and working with the following HO colleagues: human resource management in conjunction with the HO Human Resources Manager, financial budgeting and budget management with MTaPS Director of Finance and Operations, and the MTaPS Finance Manager, general management and operations with the HO Senior Manager and HO Senior/Project Officer field accounting and cash management in conjunction with MSH’s regional office; payment of payroll; management of local contract, consultant and vendor agreements; procurement and purchasing with HO Procurement; travel, fleet management and logistics; security; and facilities and communication services.
    S/he will participate in preparation of payroll information. The Senior Accountant is aware of and adheres to the MSH Procurement Integrity policy and is responsible for safeguarding the assets (financial and physical) of MSH and ultimately USAID against fraud, loss, or misuse.
    S/he will partner with Project Director, Regional F&A Director and US MTaPS HQ team to lead and conduct the annual work planning process. S/he help ensure that the work plan activities are feasible, and that all activities and costs comply with MSH’s and donor policy. S/he will assist in revising work plan budget when warranted and will work with MTaPS HQ teams throughout these processes to ensure a seamless flow of information.

    The ideal candidate should have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Management and CPA (K). At least six (6) years’ experience in administrative and financial management of large international projects including experience in management of USG projects with USAID experience preferred.
    The candidate should have experience in working with USAID funded projects. Ability to create and monitor budgets. Understanding of the basic tenets of Cash Control, Asset Management and Bank Reconciliation.
    S/he should have demonstrable experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets. In addition, s/he should be proficient in relevant computer applications and databases with mastery of Excel spreadsheets. QuickBooks or similar accounting software is preferred.
    The successful candidate needs to be a strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. S/he should work with minimal supervision with ability to work independently and in a team.
    Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Since its founding in 1971, MSH has worked in over 150 countries with policy makers, health professionals, and health care consumers to improve the quality, availability and affordability of health services. Working with governments, donors, non governmental organizations, the private sector, and health agencies, MSH responds to priority health problems such as HIV & AIDS; tuberculosis; malaria; maternal, newborn and child health; family planning and reproductive health; and chronic non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and lung and heart disease. Through strengthening capacity, investing in health systems innovation, building the evidence base, and advocating for sound public health policy, MSH is committed to making a lasting difference in global health.
    Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

  • Technical Advisor

    Technical Advisor

    Overview

    MSH seeks to recruit a highly-motivated and result-oriented individual as a Technical Advisor (TA) for a five-year program (2018-2024), funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The Medicines, Technologies, and Pharmaceutical Services (MTaPS) Program provides pharmaceutical system strengthening assistance for sustained improvements in health system performance and to advance USAID’s goals of preventing child and maternal deaths, controlling the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and combatting infectious disease threats, as well as expanding essential health coverage. The position is based in Nairobi with frequent travel (60%) to selected counties.
    The TA will provide assistance to MTaPS Country Project Director and Senior Technical Advisors in technical activities focusing on Global Health Systems Innovation (GHSA) interventions in improving infection prevention and control (IPC), water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and antimicrobial stewardship (AMS). S/he will support in-country teams in the design and implementation of technical activities ensuring their adequate contribution to GHSA and MTaPS results.

    Specific Responsibilities

    Conducting technical assistance activities including support to activity implementation, program quality reviews, activity reporting, and knowledge management activities as designated by senior technical staff.
    Participating in the design and implementation of GHSA/IPC/AMS field activities including the development of tools and implementation of data analysis plans; also assist in data interpretation and technical activity reporting.
    Supporting country activities under the guidance from the CPD and STA and in collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Unit, in the development and implementation of portfolio specific M&E plans.
    Collaborating internally and externally to develop country-specific capacity building material, strategies and roll out plans in support of IPC and AMS.
    Assisting Ministry of Health (MOH), AMR secretariat, Public Health Programs and County Health Management Teams to design and review AMR related policies, standards, guidelines, procedures and other relevant materials.
    Participating in the planning and delivery of Pharmaceutical system strengthening programs
    Collaborating with stakeholders for the development, deployment and implementation of appropriate tools necessary to improve pharmaceutical management information systems

    Qualifications and Experience

    The ideal candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in medicine, pharmacy, public health, nursing or other relevant area. A minimum of 6 years’ experience in international public health with a focus on strengthening health and/or pharmaceutical systems in developing countries, specialized training and/or practical experience related to infection control and other areas of AMR containment such as WASH and antimicrobial stewardship. Experience with programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID, CDC and international agencies. S/he should have experience in providing technical assistance to government agencies, ability to write lucid technical reports.
    The successful candidate needs to be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal, facilitation and negotiating skills, computer proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation programs and data analysis programs is required.  S/he should work with minimal supervision and ability to work independently and in a team.

     

    EEO Statement

    Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

  • Principal Technical Advisor (Regional)

    Principal Technical Advisor (Regional)

    Overview
    The Principal Technical Advisor (PTA) provides technical leadership and advice for the design and implementation of innovative strategies and programs to strengthen pharmaceutical systems and bring forward Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) in MTaPS countries. The PTA supports pharmaceutical management (PM) and GHSA activities of the country and contributes to the MTaPS GHSA strategies and work plans. The PTA works with MSH Country Director, the Ministry of Health and country partners and stakeholders on the development of PM and GHSA strategies based on country evidence, MSH standards and best international practices to achieve sustainable results. The PTA provides guidance to technical staff assigned to specific activities to ensure that the work is of the highest quality. The PTA works closely with other Principal Technical Advisors and Portfolio and Health Element Managers to identify opportunities to use new and existing tools, to coordinate technical work, and to ensure that global (core-funded) initiatives are based on and informed by country-level needs and priorities.
    Specific Responsibilities

    Technical Support (30%)

    Provide technical leadership and support to MSH Country Director, MoH and national counterparts on the development of country strategies, interventions, and results metrics related to the MTaPS PM and GHSA portfolio, which may involve work in regulatory system strengthening, pharmaceutical services, governance, pharmacovigilance, disease control, antimicrobial resistance, infection control, and performance monitoring.
    Provide technical leadership and manage country technical teams as needed.
    Ensure regular reporting on MTaPS interventions, performance and results in accordance with the M&E plan, objectives, and USAID requirements.
    Provide guidance to Portfolio Managers for pharmaceutical management work and facilitate the coordination of MTaPS pharmaceutical management initiatives with partners and collaborators.
    Help develop and review operations research protocols and facilitate country and multi-country studies on common technical areas; facilitate sharing of technical approaches across MTaPS countries.
    Plan, organize, and conduct training courses covering pharmaceutical management and GHSA technical areas for national and external audiences, and MTaPS staff.
    Maintain liaison with MOH, other Government counterparts, USAID Mission, international implementing organizations, donor agencies, foundations, universities, and voluntary organizations; seek opportunities for dissemination of lessons learned, research, publications, and other development and communications activities.
    Support implementation of the MTaPS M&E strategy in collaboration with the Performance M&E Specialist.
    Supervise technical staff as assigned.

    Coordination (20%)

    Coordinate with , MOH, national disease control programs and technical/implementing partners in the development and implementation of pharmaceutical system strengthening interventions;
    Coordinate with other MTaPS staff in other countries on activities ensuring harmonization and collaboration with all aspects of the program in country.

    Capacity Building (20%)

    Participate in human resource capacity assessments in the pharmaceutical sector and collaborate internally and externally to develop country-specific capacity building material, strategies and roll out plans.
    Assist Ministries of Health (MoH) and National Programs to design and review policies, standards, guidelines, procedures and other relevant materials
    Participate in the planning and delivery of Pharmaceutical system strengthening programs aimed at building the capacity of ministries of health, national programs, drug regulatory authority, other pharmaceutical cadres and training institutions.
    Collaborate with stakeholders for the development, deployment and implementation of appropriate tools necessary to improve pharmaceutical management information systems and their appropriate use for decision making.

    Monitoring & Evaluation (20%)

    In coordination with the M&E team, support program in the establishment of mechanisms for collecting relevant data on selected indicators. Also participate in program review activities and provide adequate recommendations.
    Support Technical Advisors and other program staff in the adequate documentation and dissemination of program results and lessons learned including the development and submission of abstracts and articles to scientific journals and conferences.

    Performance Management (10%)

    Supervise assigned Technical Advisors ensuring the adequacy of their performance and their continuous professional development.

    Qualifications and Experience
    Education:
    Required:
    Graduate degree in a health-related field with specialized training and/or experience relating to pharmaceutical management required
    Preferred:
    Physician, nurse, or pharmacist qualification preferred
    Experience:
    Required:
    8 plus years of relevant experience or equivalent in international and/or field public health programs and activities, particularly in the implementation of GHSA/AMR and Infection Prevention and Control, reproductive health, maternal and child health, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and TB prevention, care, and treatment in developing countries.Interest in and experience managing and supervising technical staff
    Preferred:

    Significant relevant experience, including demonstrated expertise, in at least three technical areas of pharmaceutical management such as forecasting and quantification, procurement and supply management systems, health and pharmaceutical management information systems (HMIS and PMIS), pharmaceutical services, pharmacovigilance, regulatory system strengthening, governance and organizational systems for pharmaceutical management, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection prevention and control.
    Experience with public health programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID, DfID and international agencies such as the Global Fund, UNITAID, WHO and World Bank preferred.

    Knowledge and Skills:

    Demonstrated managerial and supervisory skills.
    Fluent English; ability to speak a second language preferred.
    Strong computer skills; Excel, MS Word, MS Project, PowerPoint.
    Demonstrates competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
    Excellent native-level writing and presentation skills in English
    Proficiency in languages of other USAID-supported countries is an asset.

    Competencies:

    Ability to work independently and in a team.
    Good judgment for decision making.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability in consensus building and constructively leading a team.

    Physical Demands:
    Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 30% of time as required to support the progress of program activities.