Job Summary
The Program Officer will work in the programs department of Jacaranda Health, focusing on the programmatic implementation of our affordable and scalable PROMPTS solution and MENTORS program. PROMPTS is an AI-enabled SMS messaging service for mothers, and MENTORS is a facility-based training program that equips frontline service providers with lifesaving EmONC skills and knowledge. The individual will work closely with county teams and the wider JH team to ensure the EmONC Mentorship and PROMPTS program runs smoothly and efficiently in the allocated county.
Main Responsibilities
Coordinate, supervise, and lead JH program activity implementation in the allocated county for both PROMPTS and mentorship
Ensure all mentorship and PROMPTS activities are implemented based on our key performance indicators
Support in-facility mentors to run CME and simulation drill activities as well as PROMPTS contact person to create awareness and enrollment of mums to the digital SMS platform.
Support and co-ordinate efficiency EmONC coaching activities by ensuring all neccessary tools and simulation materials are available
Visit priority facilities to support in-facility mentors and PROMPTS contact staff to ensure programs deliverables are achieved
Plan, coordinate, and attend county joint Mentorship and PROMPTS Programs performance review meetings
Coordinate different PROMPTS enrollment options at facility and community level to ensure increased ANC coverage for the program
Manage and maintain constant communication and reporting to secure enrollment of mothers in the county
Coordinate PROMPTS activities within the facilities to ensure all mums enrollments are compliant to the data protection act
Prepare and share monthly reports with the regional program coordinator and Health Facilities
Collaborate with colleagues to improve the overall performance of the program
Manage various PROMPTS tools through continuous updates and improvements
Communicate County challenges and/or opportunities with considered context-specific solutions/interventions to the program coordinator
Build and manage relationships with County, sub county and Health Facility teams to ensure smooth running of the programs
Coordinate and sharing quality of care reports to facilities and County management teams
Follow up to ensure utilization and accountability of quality of care reports at facility, sub county and county level.
Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirement
Diploma in Nursing/Clinical medicine.
Added advantages: Public Health programs experience and/or EmONC knowledge & skills
Minimum of 4 years of experience in implementing maternal and newborn health programs within the public health system
Coaching and mentorship skills
Tech savvy, proficient in MS Office and G-Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Google Sheets)
Facilitation & Coordination skills
Problem solving skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Conflict Resolution skills
Planning and organizational skills
People management skills
Proactive & Team player
Upholds high levels of Integrity and is reliable
Attention to detail
Willingness to learn
Ability to work effectively with team in a culturally diverse environments
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jacaranda-health.hirehive.com
