Roles & responsibilities The Project Assistant will:
Prepare work schedules in order to achieve objectives
Conduct site visits to engage and sign MoUs with the private health care providers
Offer regular technical support and/or mentorship to engaged healthcare providers on the programmatic management of TB and TB/HIV
Identify training needs/gaps, and in consultation with the project officer, plan and coordinate relevant training for health care providers in the project area
Establish/ strengthen linkages between facilities for effective referral of clients. Ensure providers get feedback on their referrals
Review clinical records to ensure accurate recording and reporting, and complete documentation of TB and TB/HIV data at facility level
Liaise with the Sub-County TB Coordinator to ensure notification of all TB patients diagnosed and/or managed in by private providers
Play a facilitative role in formation and organizing meetings of TB patient psychosocial support groups
Maintain appropriate documentation, prepare, and submit quality reports of all project activities
Collect any material, information, and data useful for the development/ documentation of best practices
Provide support to and coordinate facility-based and /or community-based TB case finding activities
Support the collection and/or transportation of client samples to diagnostic sites and dissemination of results to the referring provider
Qualifications and Experiences
Minimum of a Diploma in Clinical Medicine or Nursing (KRCHN) with at least 2 years’ working in a TB/HIV project or hands-on clinical experience in TB, TB/HIV service delivery
Good clinical knowledge of the current management of TB/HIV
Knowledge of Ministry of Health policies on the management of TB/HIV
Good understanding of TB/HIV indicators and reporting
Experience working with in/with the private sector is an advantage
Familiarity with the project area of interest. Applicants MUST reside in the counties they apply for
Perform other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor
Required skills
Good communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize
Proficiency in the use of MS Office suite and Internet and mobile applications
Energetic and positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills
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If your profile fits any of the above positions, please submit your application including a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter, summarizing your suitability for the position and salary expectations. Include your email address, telephone contacts and names and contacts of three (3) Referees (at least one must be a professional who has supervised you at some point).Submit applications to careers@nephak.or.ke indicating your name and the job title on the email subject line. Hand delivered applications will NOT be accepted.Deadline for applicationsThe deadline for application is 6th April 2022.Terms and conditions
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careers@nephak.or.ke
