Our Client is a human rights non-governmental organization working to protect and promote health-related human rights in Kenya. We do this by providing legal services and support, training professionals on human rights, engaging in advocacy campaigns that promote awareness of human rights issues, conducting research and influencing policy that promotes evidence-based change. KELIN advocates for a holistic and rights-based system of service delivery in health and for the full enjoyment of the right to health by all, including the vulnerable, marginalized and excluded populations in four thematic areas: HIV, TB and Key and Affected Populations; Women, Land and Property Rights; Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights; and Health and Governance.
BACKGROUND OF THE POSITION
Our client is seeking to onboard two (2) Program Officers for its HIV, TB & Key and Affected Populations thematic area. These positions whose contract duration is for three (3) years each will be based in Nairobi with frequent field travel. The Programme Officers will primarily be responsible for implementation of a projects that seek to create equitable, effective DRTB responses by harnessing the collective power of civil society and community demand, evidence-based policies, normative guidelines, accountability and conditions for access, with scalable impact.
The project will work to ensure an effective DRTB response through community engagement at all levels, that current and upcoming biomedical advances are affordable, available, delivered as part of a person-centered package of care, and incorporated into national strategies and policies in a timely manner, to effectively reach and engage the poorest and most vulnerable people – and supported by an enabling policy ecosystem.
The Programme Officers will be key members of the team, developing and implementing a range of programmatic activities under the relevant portfolios. They will also represent the Client in technical discussions and thematic meetings of relevance to the portfolios managed. Specific responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to providing policy advisory services, programme development services; project assurance and oversight, while fully supporting the end-to-end project implementation process, advocacy, as well as partnerships and resource mobilization.
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Nursing or related fields
At least three (3) years’ work experience in project implementation and capacity building
A focus on implementation of TB-related projects will be an added advantage
Strong understanding of TB, respiratory diseases and their respective global, regional and national implementation models or frameworks
Experience working with affected communities, civil society organizations, government agencies, donors, research institutions and other partners
Experience in managing funding from a diversity of sources including governments and aid agencies as well as private sector donors
In-depth understanding of human rights based approach to development and programming issues and policy work at county, national, regional and international levels.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, trust and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
Results-oriented, entrepreneurial, self-motivated, self-starter, who is flexible and adaptable to rapid change and has the ability to work in a fast-paced, complex and high-demand environment.
Ability to produce high-quality output in a timely manner while understanding and anticipating evolving needs
Excellent writing and editing skills in English
Good consultative and influencing skills with the ability to build strong working relationships across all levels
Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Ability to present data clearly and in a non-ambiguous manner to all relevant stakeholders.
If you are interested in these exciting opportunities, have the requisite experience, skills and education and have worked within the human and health rights space and more so driving the agenda herein, we are interested in meeting you to see how you can work together with Our Client. Please share with us your CV and Cover letter addressed to the Recruiting Manager, detailing why you are our candidate of choice to recruitments@mal-consultancy.com with the subject of your application being “PROGRAMME OFFICER (COMBAT DR-TB).”All applications received will be subjected to a fair and competitive review process.Only shortlisted Consultants will be contacted.This call for Consultancy will close on Monday 9th December 2024 at 5.00pm EAT.
Apply via :
recruitments@mal-consultancy.com