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  • Public Health Programme Manager – Chogoria

    Public Health Programme Manager – Chogoria

    About the role

    As the Public Health Programme Manager, the creation and execution of the Public Health programs operational strategy. You will create and implement systems to ensure we are delivering quality and innovative programs to our communities
    The position requires a natural born leader who is passionate about building and leading large teams toward a common goal. You will spend 50% of your time out of the office either engaging with high-level community-stakeholders, visiting schools, working side-by-side with our community health workers, or conducting home visits to build sustainable relationships for the effectiveness of our programs.

    Your responsibilities will include

    Programmes

    Develop strategies and create necessary systems and processes to ensure quality delivery of our programs
    Manage and develop new and existing health education programs, mobile health clinics, sexual and reproductive health services, mosquito net distribution, clean water, hygiene and sanitation in schools and vision testing programs;
    Lead the creation and monitoring of programmatic budgets In collaboration with the team, ensure regular, quality monitoring and evaluation of all programs;
    Oversee the implementation and evaluation of our newly launched mobile app for data collection
    Design and drive a communication strategy to ensure we are clearly and consistently articulating our success and impact stories to all relevant stakeholders
    Ensure maximum optimization of all program resources (human, machinery, finances) in order to achieve program goals

    Building an engaging team

    Build and develop a high-performing public health team by rallying a diverse team with strong personalities around a common goal
    Contribute to the development of and provide leadership to the public health team, from direct reports to community health volunteers;
    Participate in performance reviews and individual capacity development plans for public health team members;

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Constantly seek new opportunities to tap into for new collaborations and opportunities
    Act as the key point of contact for Public Health Programme stakeholders, included by not limited to Ministry of Health and Education officials and teachers;
    Create and lead relevant and quality experiences for our international visiting nurses and medical physicians to ensure successful partnerships between parties.

    Knowledge Management

    Contribute to the identification and documentation of experiences, successful approaches and evidence for effective strategies for strengthening projects;
    Support research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, writing, and publication of reports;

    Donor Relations and Development

    Participate in fundraising efforts, including new program development, proposal and concept note development, budgeting and the development and management of relationships with existing and potential donors;
    Research grant agencies and foundations to identify potential sources of funding;
    Develop relationships with implementing partners and funders and reporting on project progress to funder(s);
    Writing of grant and program proposals and reports.

    Who we are looking for

    You have at least 3-5 years of management experience, with progressive responsibilities, and have managed teams of 10-15 people;
    Clinical health experience (medicine or nursing) – preferred, OR at least 3 years of experience managing health programmes in a growing organization with small agile teams;
    You are a great executor, you thrive at bringing the big picture into reality
    You are a natural in creating and developing sustainable relationships with diverse stakeholders, and experience working across time zones;
    You have a record of creating a positive and productive workplace. One that values hard work, feedback and continuous improvement, inclusion and commitment to work and working with other teams
    You have knowledge and experience in various monitoring and evaluation practices in NGOs and have the know-how of driving KPI definition and tracking
    You have at least 7 years work experience, preferably 1-2 with non-profits in rural East Africa
    You have a proven record in fundraising and writing winning proposals
    You have the proven ability to analyse data and draw insights to make decisions You are a highly enthusiastic person with proven ability to work under high demanding work environments;
    You are passionate about social change and want to build a career around it;
    You have the ability to multitask in ambiguous environments and can deliver results while working independently;
    You have exemplary track record of leading teams to achieve results;
    You have experience in resource management, including financial, logistical, and human;
    You are bold and can confidently share your opinion with others;
    Your friends claim you are the most organized and detailed person they ever met;
    You have demonstrated the ability to think critically and creatively in developing solutions;
    You have a strong verbal and written communications skills. Fluent in English and Kiswahili;
    You have past experience in donor reporting;
    You are conversant with basic IT skills such as MS office, Google drive, Android.
    You have the cultural fit to work in Village HopeCore International
    You are passionate about empowering lives of others and creating sustainable change.
    You love being out there, engaging with the communities and driving change from the grass root level
    You value the importance of giving and receiving feedback as an ingredient for building effective teams
    You are able to multi-task and willing to think outside-the-box.
    You are excited about working in multicultural team environments.
    You have high enthusiasm and positivity in your approaches.
    You are a curious and fast learner who never wants to stop learning.
    You are able to pick up new tasks, skills, and challenges and execute them effectively.

    Why work with us?

    We give you an opportunity to drive your own growth and development
    Opportunity to work in a purpose-driven organization and roles
    Be part of our expansion of our impact beyond our current scope

    Other information
    This opportunity is based in Chogoria Kenya and the professional should be able to start latest 1st August 2018 We will arrange a 6-month initial probation period. A commitment of working with us for at least 3 years is expected.

  • Chief Health

    Chief Health

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Medicine, Public Health, Pediatric Health, Health Research, Global/International Health, Health Policy and Management, Environmental Health sciences, Family Health, Biostatistics, Socio-medical Sciences, Health Education or Epidemiology.*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
    A minimum often yearsof relevant professional experience at the national and international level in planning, programming, implementation monitoring and evaluation of Health Programmes, including those relevant to child survival and development. Professional work experience in a managerial position is obligatory. Experience in knowledge management, gender mainstreaming or a filed relevant to international development assistance in Health would be an asset.
    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    The technical competencies required for this post are:

    Leading and supervising (III)
    Formulating strategies/concepts (III)
    Analyzing (III)
    Relating and networking (III)
    Deciding and initiating action (III)
    Persuading and influencing (II)

    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • Technical Advisor, Malaria Diagnostic

    Technical Advisor, Malaria Diagnostic

    Job Description

    Malaria Diagnostic Technical Advisor will be responsible for ensuring technical rigor on the implementation of malaria diagnostic service delivery activities in the assigned country and liaise with and maintain productive collaborative relationships with in-country partners such as 1) Advance the Progress of Malaria Service Delivery Consortium (PSI/MCDI/Jhpeigo/ UCSF/Global Health and Sciences/ MEI; 2) PMI/Country team and other PMI implementing partners; 3) Ministry of Health/National Malaria Control Program and other departments; 4) other stakeholders working in malaria, such as local NGO, private sector representatives, WHO country office, etc.
    We are looking to hire technical advisors for the following countries: Sierra Leone, Ghana, Kenya, Zambia, and Cameroon.
    Essential Job Functions:
    This position is contractual for one to five years depending on the needs expressed by USAID and reports to the MCDI Project HQ Country Backstopping team.
    Local Office program backstopping for MCDI’s portfolio of malaria projects:
    He/she may serve as the primary programmatic backstop for MCDI malaria projects assigned to him/her, leading and guiding strategic planning, program design, program monitoring and evaluation, work plan development, budget managements, local logistics including TDY visits and virtual support during weekly or bi-weekly teleconference and through regular activity reports, semi-annual and annual report and publications.
    MCDI’s Malaria Diagnostic Technical Assistance:
    She/he will provide MCDI with local-based technical leadership on malaria diagnostics, supervision and quality assurance/quality control on malaria diagnosis. This technical assistance includes (among others) the provision of technical assistance to Home Office and field teams, provide technical assistance to the MOH/NMCP on malaria diagnosis, provide training, develop SOPs, manuals, training materials, participate in manuscript preparation, semi-annual and annual report, represent of MCDI in regional and global technical working groups and consortia, promotion of MCDI’s capabilities with potential collaborating partners, and disseminating MCDI’s malaria experience to global audiences.
    Other Functions:
    Other functions will include, but not necessarily be limited to:

    Assist in the dissemination of the malaria case management (diagnostic and treatment) policy
    Track and report on accomplishment of activities in the workplan
    Submit weekly written /or verbal (during weekly calls) updates on the work undertaken under each of the areas described above, significant achievements, challenges, and plans for the coming week.
    Provide Case Management training and continued adaptation of materials for the enhanced case management (clinical and diagnostic) supervision process: Materials for the malaria case management (clinical and diagnostic) supervision process, based on mentoring concepts, will be drafted and vetted as needed with the NMCP.
    Identify barriers to care-seeking behavior and options for community-based service delivery.

    Qualifications/Requirements:

    At least a Masters’ degree in biomedical Sciences. A PhD or Doctorate degree in Medical Biology will be highly regarded.
    At least 10 years of professional experience in malaria, especially on diagnosis, treatment, prevention, control and/or malaria elimination, either in an academic, research and/or program setting.
    Experience working with malaria donors such as USAID, World Bank, Global Fund, DFID will be preferred
    Experience in project management, managing staff and resources, mostly provided by malaria donors, to execute academic, research or field implementation programs.
    Experience in writing scientific report, manuscript and peer-reviewed publications.
    Good interpersonal skills, team player and makes her/himself available as needed
    Excellent written and oral communication skills,
    General professional proficiency in the French language is preferred.
    Very proficient in the use of the standard Microsoft Office package with particular experience using Words, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer.

  • Senior Technical Advisor

    Senior Technical Advisor

    The position will be based in the Kisii Office.
    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Reporting to the Program Director, the Senior Technical Advisor offers leadership in the implementation Program activities aimed at delivering high quality clinical care to the beneficiaries of the program. This will be achieved through providing oversight, technical assistance, and capacity building to the technical team and other health care workers based in supported health facilities.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Technical support and oversight in the development of program annual work plans and program implementation strategies;
    Mentor and provide technical support to clinical teams with the goal of performance improvement in overall patient care.
    Provide high quality clinical patient care that includes leading clinical effectiveness efforts and ensuring implementation of recommended clinical protocols and national guidelines.
    Work closely with county and sub-county teams to coordinate and implement the county HIV strategy and work plans.
    Promote data demand and information use to support decision making at all levels.
    Represent organization at important Technical and Policy related meetings at, and National and county level, donor and other stake holder fora;
    Actively involved in the day to day decision making process for the organization;

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelors’ degree in Medicine & Surgery-MBChB and Masters in MMED or MPH.
    Over 5 years’ experience in the area of HIV/AIDS.
    Four (4) years’ work experience in a supervisory role.
    Registration with Medical practitioners and dentists board.
    Provide overall technical leadership of the grant Desired Skills
    Ability to work independently, under pressure while at the same time adhering to strict deadlines.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Excellent analytical skills and problem solving skills.
    Innovative with a high degree of initiative
    Organizational skills
    Excellent Leadership & Presentation skills

  • Health & Nutrition Coordinator

    Health & Nutrition Coordinator

    General purpose of the position
    The Health and nutrition Coordinator will have the overall responsibility of coordination, planning and implementation of the health/nutrition department projects and activities in the field. Additionally, s/he will be robustly involved in capacity building and training related activities.

    Contribute to the technical definition of INTERSOS health and strategies and to the elaboration of new projects finalized to the health strategy implementation Essential to this responsibility is to maintain effective relationship with the Health Projects Donors and to remain informed about decisions, developments and initiatives of the Health and Nutrition sectors for Somalia.
    Strive to the achievement of the objectives of INTERSOS health and nutrition projects in Somalia, either by direct supervision or “remote control management” of Intersos supported Health facilities in Kenya-Somalia.
    Manage human resources within the Health and nutrition projects, coordinating and motivating personnel, encouraging continuous update and training on the job.

    Main responsibilities and tasks
    Programmes development and coordination:

    Supervise the Health & Nutrition programmes to ensure they are implemented in accordance with INTERSOS standards and regulations.
    Work closely with the Health and Nutrition Advisor and Head of Mission in building relationships with key Health & Nutrition partners and donors to strengthen INTERSOS Health & Nutrition programmes in Somalia.
    Supervise and support the Health & Nutrition Project Managers by providing technical and programme support (i.e. staff recruitment, training and mentoring expatriate and national staff, ensure timely and quality project narrative reports, internal and to be provided to the donors on time according to donors’ requirement; ensure the use of qualitative and quantitative indicators, supervising the correct implementation of the projects in accordance with agreed strategies, principles, implementation plans, and donor requirements; monitor Health & Nutrition projects through follow up of the PATs)
    Ensure and support the mainstreaming of Health & Nutrition components in the INTERSOS mission projects by providing technical expertise and assure that linkages among the projects are established and are sustainable.
    Work closely with the Project Managers of the Health and Nutrition projects in the direct implementation of the activities specifically in the mentoring of the local staff and remote supervision of the activities in the field.
    Ensure that at all times contact with beneficiaries, target groups and representatives of authorities is conducted in a sensitive and respectful manner;
    Ensure the roll out of regular staff trainings and refresher sessions to maintain a high standard of capacity among the Health & Nutrition field teams in all areas.
    Keep record of all Health & Nutrition training attended by local and expat staff and regularly share information with the HOM
    Ensure that Health & Nutrition information is used effectively to advocate on important issues as well as for longer term planning for target populations
    Regular visits to the Health & Nutrition programme sites in Somalia. Mission reports should be prepared and shared with Health and Nutrition advisor and HOM after every field mission to project sites in Somalia
    Prepare regular monthly report for the HOM on Somalia mission Health & Nutrition programme.
    Represent INTERSOS in external coordination meetings with UN/ NGOs, donors, partners and government in Mogadishu & in the field.

    Admin and Finance Aspects:
    Responsible for the management and financial administration of the assigned projects, and for the achievement of their objectives and results. She/he liaises and communicates effectively with INTERSOS administrative staff in the field and in Mogadishu and provides the technical information in order to:

    To ensure that project financial planning is elaborated and monitored on the basis of the health analysis and in conformity with the available donor funds
    To ensure that the Administrative staff is supported by field staff to guarantee compatibility with budget constraints and conformity to internal and donors procedures
    To take direct part to ensure that the field staff implements the monthly financial planning, consistently with the health activities plan.
    To guarantee compatibility and conformity to budget constraints and procedures defined by Intersos and donors and to be responsible for project funds and bank account management;
    To manage procurement of goods, works and services essential to the project;
    To provide the accuracy of all the project documentation;
    To guarantee the accurate project administration and to supervise preparation of accounting documents for intermediate and final financial reports required by donors;
    To elaborate on a quarterly basis financial planning of the projects with specific focus on activity and staff costs and to communicate the planning to field coordinators in Somalia;
    To approve all projects expenses at the end of the month through a check of the list of them provided by the administration by 10th of the following month;
    To approve all the expenses and check supporting documents before any financial report is submitted;
    To be responsible and elaborate with support of the administration budget revisions when needed;
    To elaborate with support of the administration budgets when new proposals are prepared;

    Position requirements
    Education

    Qualified doctor or nurse with a postgraduate qualification in community/public health with management skills (human resources, hospital management on the humanitarian emergency projects)
    Master degree or equivalent in Public Health

    Professional experience

    At least 5 years work experience in humanitarian field in relevant technical disciplines and in coordination position

    Professional requirements

    Knowledge of the cluster system
    Knowledge of ECHO/UNICEF/CHF/WHO procedures and familiar with their approach and strategies
    Project Management skills, including financial planning and documentation;
    Fluency in written and spoken English, good reporting and communication skills are required;
    Good problem solving and social skills and creative, to think of alternative solutions;
    Good interpersonal skills to work effective with different stakeholders including different communities in the target areas, humanitarian actors, service providers, local and national authorities;
    Excellent organizational, team building and participatory training skills and experience is required, as well as ability to work as part of a team;
    Previous working experience in Somalia will be an asset
    Desirable competencies and qualifications – Previous experience in the Somali context or in remote field
    Proved qualification in Health sector trainings
    Dynamic and flexible

    Languages

    English language skills required (fluent),
    Somali language skills (desirable)

    Personal requirements

    Strong collaborator with effective inter-personal and analytic skills
    Training and guidance skills
    Able to work effectively under pressure and handle workload.

    As a general input to this section, not mandatory requirements are followed by the word ‘‘desirable’’ in brackets. All other requirements are considered as mandatory.

  • Health Specialist (Gavi)

    Health Specialist (Gavi)

    How can you make a difference?
    Under the general guidance of the Regional Health Specialist (Immunization), the incumbent is accountable for supporting Gavi-eligible ESAR countries, to translate Gavi policies into strategic and annual EPI work plans and develop framework for monitoring the implementation of Gavi subventions and grants to improve routine immunization coverage and equitable access to immunization service.
    Main Tasks and responsibilities

    Provide technical and timely inputs to regular preparations of Gavi applications with adequate UNICEF COs’ inputs in alignment with the countries’ immunization priorities. Provide technical support to COs in the development of country Gavi proposals.
    Provide oversight role and support countries in the development of Countries’ Gavi applications for subventions and grants; and ensure they are timely submitted to the Secretariat ahead of set submission deadlines. In collaboration with HQ, ensure COs proposals address IRC & HLRP comments.
    Develop dashboard to monitor on quarterly basis, the implementation of Gavi grants and subventions to update RO management. Ensure that Gavi Joint Appraisal processes are coordinated and supported from the regional office
    Assist countries in the TCA/PEF planning and budgeting processes and review TCA/PEF plans and budgets with CO and for timely submission to Gavi.
    Support evidence generation activities by providing inputs, milestones and final results through the Gavi portal. Ensures the dissemination of all Gavi related documents and communication to Country Offices.
    Liaise with WHO/IST/ESAR and other alliance partners in preparing for the Semi-annual Regional Working Group meetings and quarterly TCs. Serve as the link between RO and Gavi SCMs
    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
    Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Medicine, Public Health, Pediatrics health, socio-medical sciences, Epidemiology or other related technical field on Immunization required. Studies in business administration will be an asset.
    A minimum of5 years of relevant professional experience in developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluent spoken and written knowledge ofEnglish language is essential. Knowledge of French and Portuguese will be an added value.

    For every Child, you demonstrate
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    The technical competencies required for this post are

    Applying Technical Expertise [II]
    Deciding and Initiating Actions [II]
    Following Instructions and Procedures [II]
    Planning and Organizing [II]

    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the general guidance of the Regional Health Specialist (Immunization), the incumbent is accountable for supporting Gavi-eligible ESAR countries, to translate Gavi policies into strategic and annual EPI work plans and develop framework for monitoring the implementation of Gavi subventions and grants to improve routine immunization coverage and equitable access to immunization service.
    Main Tasks and responsibilities

    Provide technical and timely inputs to regular preparations of Gavi applications with adequate UNICEF COs’ inputs in alignment with the countries’ immunization priorities. Provide technical support to COs in the development of country Gavi proposals.
    Provide oversight role and support countries in the development of Countries’ Gavi applications for subventions and grants; and ensure they are timely submitted to the Secretariat ahead of set submission deadlines. In collaboration with HQ, ensure COs proposals address IRC & HLRP comments.
    Develop dashboard to monitor on quarterly basis, the implementation of Gavi grants and subventions to update RO management. Ensure that Gavi Joint Appraisal processes are coordinated and supported from the regional office
    Assist countries in the TCA/PEF planning and budgeting processes and review TCA/PEF plans and budgets with CO and for timely submission to Gavi.
    Support evidence generation activities by providing inputs, milestones and final results through the Gavi portal. Ensures the dissemination of all Gavi related documents and communication to Country Offices.
    Liaise with WHO/IST/ESAR and other alliance partners in preparing for the Semi-annual Regional Working Group meetings and quarterly TCs. Serve as the link between RO and Gavi SCMs

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

    Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Medicine, Public Health, Pediatrics health, socio-medical sciences, Epidemiology or other related technical field on Immunization required. Studies in business administration will be an asset.
    A minimum of5 years of relevant professional experience in developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluent spoken and written knowledge ofEnglish language is essential. Knowledge of French and Portuguese will be an added value.

    For every Child, you demonstrate

    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

    The technical competencies required for this post are

    Applying Technical Expertise [II]
    Deciding and Initiating Actions [II]
    Following Instructions and Procedures [II]
    Planning and Organizing [II]

    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • Deputy Chief of Party / Senior Technical Advisor Chief of Party Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Finance Manager

    Deputy Chief of Party / Senior Technical Advisor Chief of Party Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor Finance Manager

    Amref Health Africa in Kenya is currently seeking experienced, dynamic and qualified person for an anticipated funding by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to fill the position of Deputy Chief of Party / Senior Technical Advisor.
    Ref: Amref/ USAID-TB-DCoP & STA/002-2018
    Deputize Chief of Party and responsible for the overall technical oversight of the project and specifically responsible for project implementation that relates to facility and community level service delivery. Will take leadership role in ensuring technical implementation and coordinate with other technical leads, key stakeholders, other USG implementing partners, and Government of Kenya, particularly at the county-level.
    Minimum Requirements:

    Minimum of Medical degree and a Master’s Degree in public health or a related field.
    Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in large, health sector development programs that have implemented successful activities.
    Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of TB and TB-HIV/AIDS.
    A clear track record in provision of technical assistance of similar complexity and magnitude to the one being procured
    Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level Government of Kenya officials, USAID, NGOs, private sector groups, cooperating agencies, and donor organizations.

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  • Study Coordinator

    Study Coordinator

    Job Group MR/9
    Job Description: The Study Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of a clinical trial titled “Antibiotics for Children with Severe Diarrhea (ABCD) Trial”.

    She/he will work together with an Assistant Study Coordinator to manage the project on a day-to day basis from early stage initiation stage through study close-out.
    She/he will work with Study Investigators to prepare and submit regulatory authority documents, design and edit appropriate logs to document study-related activities, conduct internal monitoring to ensure all protocols are being followed, conduct community outreach activities, and lead regular in-house trainings.
    She/he will also manage staff members at five to six enrollment sites in western Kenya and ensure that all research processes strictly adhere to regulatory requirements.
    She/he must communicate regularly on phone and email with Nairobi and Seattle based members of the study team and lead weekly study calls.

    Qualifications

    Degree in Nursing or Public Health or Degree or Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine Nursing or Public Health with at least 5 years of experience in infectious diseases related research activities
    At least 5 years experience coordinating research studies; clinical trial experience is preferred
    Experience in coordination of multiple sites and teams
    Experience in coordinating externally monitored studies
    Be able to design, amend and implement research protocols
    Ability to manage and supervise a large and diverse team of study personnel
    Ability to communicate effectively and frequently to domestic and international supervisors in person, over the phone, on Skype, and over email.
    Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email)
    Excellent communication and organizational skills
    Able to multi-task
    Be a team player
    Highly detail oriented
    Willing and ready to travel within country on a regular basis
    Must have Certificate of good conduct
    Must have KRA Certificate of Tax compliance
    Must have Clearance Certificate from HELB
    Must have credit reference Bureau Certificate

    Responsibilities
    The clinical study coordinator will act as the primary point person for the study and will oversee all study activities including but not limited to:

    Scheduling and managing all staff members at various study sites, training new staff members including giving briefings on all operational policies and procedures; ensuring each person understands his/her role and responsibilities
    Set up and manage enrollment sites at various health facilities in Homa Bay and Migori Counties
    Act as a liason between members of hospitals, Ministry of Health, and communities including conducting regular study sensitization sessions and discussion forums
    Maintain strong relationship with study clinical sites and community groups involved
    Review and provide input on standard operating procedures
    Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures and best practices for the study
    Develop and maintain quality control and assurance checks for study procedures and data
    Attend and organize training of study procedures
    Ensure all data and adverse event forms are filled out appropriately and in a timely fashion
    Observation of study procedures to ensure adherence to protocol
    Maintenance of Trial Master File and all quality control documentation
    Responsible for all ethical and pharmacy review board applications
    Coordinate staff evaluation procedures
    Make weekly reports on the administration of the study
    Fill-in for site staff members when necessary
    Act as a liaison between site staff members and Nairobi and Seattle based study leadership through regular communication with both site staff and study leadership
    Lead weekly study calls with the leadership team in Nairobi and Seattle
    Perform other duties that may be given by the Study Investigators
    Uphold the mission and vision of KEMRI/UW Organization

    Terms Of Employment: One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months. The successful candidate shall be based in Nyanza.
    Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI salary scales. Health Insurance Cover is provided for the staff members only.

  • Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator

    Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator

    SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
    This is a senior management position responsible for overseeing all the health programming in Somalia, that is, primary healthcare, emergency health, nutrition, community health including the integrated management of childhood illnesses (iCCM), and health system strengthening, in close collaboration with the Deputy Director of Programs, the Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator (SHNC) will provide leadership, strategic vision and technical support to all aspects of the health and nutrition programs. The SHNC will contribute to the identification of programmatic priorities, design and direction and entertain active coordination with the clusters, health sector coordination forums, other agencies and existing IRC programs.
    In addition, the Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator will look into integration opportunities with the health program as well as with other IRC programs and ensure that the health and nutrition programs are implemented in accordance with IRC Somalia Strategic Action Plan (SAP) and the Outcome Evidence Frame Work (OEF) and related Theory of Changes (ToCs) international health/Nutrition protocols, guidelines and best practices.
    This position reports to the Deputy Director of Programs, while the Senior Primary Healthcare Manager, the Senior Community Health Program Manager, and the Senior Health Manager will report to the Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator.
    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:The Senior Health and Nutrition Coordinator shall:
    Program Strategy, Development & Implementation

    Lead the development and expansion of the IRC HEALTH and nutrition sector throughout Somalia. This involves conducting periodical quality assessments and researches, development of quality concept notes and proposals and development of new projects and initiatives.
    Support the development and maintenance of a coherent health and nutrition strategy across IRC’s health/nutrition interventions in Somalia in collaboration with the other IRC programs.
    Provide technical and management leadership to the IRC health program in Somalia in accordance with best practice and IRC OEF

    * Provide technical advice including supportive supervision to IRC’s staff working in all health projects;* Ensure robust monitoring systems are in place and that reviews are undertaken periodically;* Adapt and develop where necessary functional health systems including health information, drug management, infection control and referral systems. Contribute actively to the development, revision, monitoring and implementation of the IRC Somalia Country Strategy and the development of detailed sector strategy.

    Lead the rollout and alignment of the OEF into existing sector strategies and programs
    Ensure health and nutrition proposals are designed in accordance with the Country SAP and OEF
    Coordinate the development of proposals and budgets for new projects and extensions of projects in conjunction with the other Technical Coordinators, Senior Health Managers and the DDP: –

    * Overall responsibility for effective and efficient management of project implementation consistent with the project management cycle, program objectives, activities and indicators;* Ensure that health/nutrition interventions adhere to donor agreements and IRC’s core policy documents, the IRC 2020 strategy, IRC’s Health Unit policies and guidelines (OEF, Minimum and Core indicators, HIV strategy etc.);* Ensure progress reports are completed in accordance with deadlines / compliance requirements and lessons learned are documented for internal use by IRC technical and program staff;

    Design health programming strategy for emergency response, resilience building and reducing risk to future potential disasters.
    Look into integration opportunities within the health and nutrition program as well as with other IRC programs in collaboration with Senior Health Managers, other relevant program coordinators and the DDP.
    Contribute to updates of the IRC Somalia Safety and Security Management as appropriate.

    Representation, Coordination and Advocacy

    Develop and maintain effective coordination and long-term relationships with health partners, representing IRC positions, promoting long-term strategy and resolving problems/conflicts.
    Represent IRC in external coordination meetings with UN/ NGOs, donors, partners and government in Nairobi & in the field.
    Develop and maintain internal and external relationships, and network to promote program linkages. This would include working with the IRC technical unit support staff, participation in the health and nutrition Working Group and sector coordination meetings to share strategies/lessons learned with staff of other agencies, providing information to UN-OCHA and other IASC bodies to contribute to national coordination efforts and communication on program developments with local/ regional authorities.
    Actively liaise with WHO, the Ministry of Health, the NGO Health Forum and the Health cluster to ensure harmonized and proactive programming.
    Generate health and nutrition data to be used by the senior country management team and health/nutrition clusters and other relevant staff to influence donor policies with the purpose of generating more funding;
    Build good relationships with authorities, partners, international and national organizations, authorities in the region and the country
    Keep the local authorities and other project stakeholders well informed of the progress of the program.
    Be the donor liaison on health technical issues for the Somalia country program.

    Financial management

    Lead the development of realistic budgets for the program both in the short-term and the long-term and identify the areas which require fundraising.
    Effectively manage program budget and staff. This includes among others, regular monitoring of the program finance to avoid major under-spending or over-spending using budget versus achievement analysis system (BvA); updating and sharing salary mapping templates; and maintaining monthly and quarterly spending levels as per the plans;
    Ensure that program activities are not disrupted by lack of cash and that the processes of cash flow forecasts and cash transfers from Nairobi to the field are smooth.

    Program monitoring (M&E)

    Lead the process of development of M&E systems and impact assessment for the health and nutrition sector in IRC Somalia. This includes the development of the sector M&E framework in line with the IRC Somalia country strategy and health sector strategy; development of specific M&E systems for each grant; submission of timely monthly and quarterly grant reports; weekly updates; and establishment of baseline data through surveys and other relevant mechanisms; and documentation and sharing of case studies within the organization.
    Monitor program implementation against work plans and overall project objectives, documenting progress and achievements, providing analysis based on monitoring and evaluation activities and adapt program strategy and implementation accordingly.
    Develop a monitoring and evaluation mechanism for quality control of health interventions.
    Ensure that all project activities are implemented in a timely manner and all related objectives achieved.

    Program quality and impact evaluation

    Take an active and hands on role in assessing impact and changing trends, advising on appropriate interventions and implementation where necessary and regularly review these against forecasts and action plans to enable integrated planning
    Responsible for developing clear exit strategies from the current emergency program ensuring that it links into recovery and longer-term HEALTHs programming.
    Learn the new impact evaluation methodologies and consider the application of these methodologies in health and nutrition programs and projects.
    Develop a monitoring and evaluation mechanism for quality control of environmental health interventions

    Human Resources Management

    Review staff JDs, set performance objectives of your direct reportees and conduct formal and informal performance evaluations.
    Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
    Discuss job expectations and set objectives for direct reports, and provide appropriate and timely feedback regarding performance, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system.
    Clearly define the training needs of direct reports and ensure they are able to access training and professional development resources appropriate to their skill gaps/needs.
    Work with the Senior Primary Healthcare Program Manager, the Senior Community Health Manager and the Senior Health Manager to establish development plans for their teams and ensure they are able to access training and professional development opportunities.

    KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

    Position Reports to: Deputy Director of Programs
    Position directly supervises: Senior Primary Healthcare Program Manager, Senior Reproductive and Community Health Program Manager; Nutrition Manger
    Indirect Reporting: n/a
    Other Internal and/or external contacts:

    Internal:

    HQ based IRC Technical Advisors
    Field Coordinator/Manager
    Other Sector/Program Coordinators
    Program Managers

    External:

    Somalia Health Cluster and Health Sector Coordination Forum
    Relevant other stakeholders e.g. health actors, UN bodies, local and national authorities

    JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    Medical Doctor, Master in Public Health required
    Minimum of 7 years professional experience in management of health/nutrition programming in emergency and development settings
    Strong program/technical and budget management skills, planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation skills
    Strong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties
    INGO experience required
    Proposal writing acumen and experience
    Must be capable of applying their skills and knowledge in a range of capacities, including direct implementation, advisory functions, training and the transfer of technical knowledge and management skills to others
    Interpersonal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multicultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure with professional grace
    Fluent in spoken and written English