TUPANGE - Kenya Urban Reproductive Health Initiative Job Vacancies

TUPANGE, the Kenya Urban Reproductive Health Initiative, is a five year project being implemented by Jhpiego and its partners, Johns Hopkins University Center for Communication Programs (CCP), Marie Stopes International (MSI), National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development (NCAPD) and Pharm Access Africa Ltd (PAAL).

TUPANGE works in five urban centers in Kenya to increase and sustain contraceptive use among marginalized urban populations by improving the quality and accessibility of family planning services, particularly by strengthening linkages between communities and clinics, improving the quality of integrated maternal and reproductive health services, and expanding the role of the private sector in the provision of family planning services, including public-private partnerships.

We are currently recruiting experienced individuals with excellent technical skills who are team players, dedicated, hard working, highly motivated and able to work in a high pressure environment requiring multi-tasking.

Deputy Project Director /RH Advisor

Reporting to the Project Director, the DPD/RH Advisor will provide strategic managerial oversight and Reproductive Health (RH) technical leadership to the project.

S/he will be responsible for supervision of program management staff, preparation of annual work plans and quality implementation of the program and effective coordination of the program with collaborating partners.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical and programmatic leadership in program design and implementationMentor, motivate and supervise program staff and consultants and align their efforts to project goalsAssist the Project Director to foster strategic partnerships with TUPANGE partners, government departments and other stakeholdersExperience working in a consortium with both public and private sector partnersEnsure quality improvement approaches are included in all TUPANGE project areasRepresent TUPANGE in public and professional meetings and conferencesIn consultation with others, guide the analysis and reporting of project outputs and results, and ensure incorporation of lessons learned into ongoing TUPANGE project activitiesA medical doctor, with post-graduate qualification in obstetrics and gynecology or public healthExcellent leadership and management skillsExcellent knowledge of and experience in health systems strengtheningDemonstrated excellent knowledge and experience in family planning and maternal healthGood organizational skills (i.e. multitasking, dealing with pressure, adaptability)Ability to communicate effectively (oral & written), instilling trust and confidenceTeam player with demonstrated ability to produce quality resultsExperience in working with multiple partners, donors and Ministries of Health systems and personnelComputer literacy, particularly in the use of MS officeCity Program Managers
(3 Positions for Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu)

Reporting to the Deputy Project Director, the City Program Managers will contribute to effective program implementation and service delivery at city level with emphasis on demand creation and integration of family planning with other health services, quality improvement, youth friendly services, commodity security and private sector involvement.

The City Program Managers will be expected to ensure synergy with other Jhpiego programs in their respective urban centers.

Responsibilities:

Manage TUPANGE project activities at the City levelMentor, support and manage TUPANGE team based at the city, and align their efforts in effort with project goalsDevelop and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues, government, development partners within the cityDevelop strategic relationships with Government ministries, Country Government, City Councils staff within the city, team members, regional institutions, development partners, private sector entities and other stakeholders for effect implementation of TUPANGEDevelop opportunities to create public-private partnerships and leveraging of resources for TUPANGE initiative within the cityWith guidance from M&E Advisor and Deputy Director, be responsible for analysis, synthesis and reporting of project outputs and results and ensure incorporations of lessons learned into ongoing activitiesManage appropriate usage of human, material and financial resources for the TUPANGE initiativeRepresents TUPANGE in technical committees, district and municipal level stakeholder (e.g. Provincial Health Medical teams) meetings, local NGOs, CBOs and partners in the province in relation to project technical areasBuild the capacity building of health workers and supervisors in clinical services and community based distribution for family planningPrepare project’s work plans, budgets and periodic implementation reportsGraduate, preferably with degree in Public Health, Clinical, Nursing or Social Science or related field.At least 5 years of professional, progressively more responsible management experience in public, private health programs.Proven experience in managing a field office: public and or privateExcellent verbal, written communications and presentation skillsExperience working with urban slums communities will be added advantageStrong programming, management and technical skillsExperience working in donor funded programs, MOH systems and personnel and private sector foundationsDynamic personality and a team playerComputer literacy, particularly in the use of MS word, Excel and PowerPointCommunication Officer

Reporting to the Senior Regional Communication Advisor, the Communication Officer will provide technical leadership in the design, development, and implementation of TUPANGE communication efforts.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize the overall communication strategy to achieve project objectivesProvide technical guidance and support on behavior and social change communication (BSCC) for Reproductive Health and Family Planning in all project sitesDevelop and produce quality communication materials for print and electronic media including interpersonal communication materials, promotional items, and mass campaigns fliers and briefsImplement projects’ set priorities and plan for demand creation activities within the scheduled periodIn consultation with others partners, ensure relevant behavior determinants are identified and included in BSCC messages and activitiesFacilitate trainings for staff and local NGO/CBO partners’ to build capacity in development of effective IEC/BSCC interventionsIdentify and document achievements, successes, best practices, and lessons learnedPrepare work plans, activity budgets, periodic implementation reportsRepresent CCP in TUPANGE partners’ and technical meetings at national, and city levelDevelop and maintain excellent relationships with partners, MOH, donors, local NGOs and CBOsSupervise and monitor local demand creation officers in three sites.Masters degree in Communication, Journalism, Behavior Change Development, Mass Media, or related fieldMinimum5 years experience in managing communications function and behavior and social change communication programs in NGOs, media houses or a development agencyExperience working in a consortium with both public and private sector partnersExcellent written and oral communication skills in both English and KiswahiliStrong understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodsGood understanding of reproductive health issuesInnovativeness in addressing communication interventionsComputer literate and proficient in Desk Top PublishingAssistant Communication Officers
(3 Positions Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu)

Reporting to the Communication Officer, the Assistant Communication Officers will assist in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of demand creation activities in the TUPANGE annual work plans at city level.

Responsibilities

Operationalize the communication strategy to achieve the demand creation for RH/FP servicesAssist to develop and produce quality communication for print and electronic mediaReview and/or design demand creation activities based on identified objectivesAssist to develop content for various ‘communication briefs’ in all RH/FP activitiesIn consultation with other partners, ensure relevant behavior determinants are identified and included in BSCC messages and activitiesOrganize and facilitate relevant trainings for staff and local NGO/CBO partners’Assist in documentation of BSCC activities, successes, best practices, and lessons learnedAssist to prepare work plans, budgets, periodic activity reports and organization of workshopsRepresent CCP in TUPANGE partner and technical meetings at city levelDevelop and maintain excellent relationships with partners, MOH, donors, NGOs and CBOs.Provide program administrative support to the SBCC activities of the projectBachelors degree in Communication, Journalism, Behavior Change Development, Mass Media, or relate fieldAt least 3 years of relevant experience in behavior and social change communication programsExperience working in a consortium with both public and private sector partnersExcellent understanding of reproductive health issuesA working knowledge of Behavior Change and social marketing theories and modelsStrong understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodsExcellent written and oral communication skills in both English and KiswahiliBe computer literate and proficient in Desk Top PublishingProgram Advocacy Officer

The Program Advocacy Officer will be responsible for championing the promotion of the Tupange objectives through strategic lobbying and diplomatic interventions with the relevant stakeholders in governments, City leadership, NGOs, private sector, and civil society for increase in FP services uptake in TUPANGE project regions.

Responsibilities

Development and design of advocacy strategies and materialsAct as a link between National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development (NCAPD) and Tupange project leadership and project sitesConduct review and analysis of FP policies and practices within the Project sitesSupporting and liaising with City leadership , MOH and other stakeholders to advocate for policies to promote increased access to FP supplies and servicesEngage with Government, City officials for increased political support for the FP programme in project sitesLobby City leadership for increased budgeting allocation for FP commodities and servicesIdentify community level networks in project sites to engage them in policy dialogue, planning and advocacyOrganize advocacy events at national and City levels to advocate for program supportIdentify and assist in training of advocacy champions at City level to support project activities.Coordinate development, and dissemination of advocacy materials to support program activities.Masters degree in Communication, Public Health, Demography or Development StudiesA minimum of 5 years experience in advocacy in related project activities. Demonstrated experience in advocacy in FP/RH and youth programs preferredExcellent strategic, analytical and change management skills.Strong leadership and management skillsCreative and proactive approach to advocacyExcellent written and verbal communication skillsComputer literate and proficient in Desk Top Publishing.Interested applicants should send a CV, contacts for 3 references, and detailed cover to HR-Kenya@jhpiego.net not later than 10th December 2010.

Please indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

A competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered according to qualifications and experience.

Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer.

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