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Role: CHWs Coordinator – EC Project (new position)
Reports To: Project Officer - EC Project (new position)
Department: Project Department
Duty Station: Coast, based in Kwale County
Contract Type: Fixed Term- January 2013- December 2012
Build the capacity of community health workers (CHWs) to deliver integrated maternal, child and neonatal health (MNCH) and d sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, information and community based distribution of family planning (FP) commodities.
Coordinate all community based initiatives under this project.Coordinate and manage a team of CHWs. This coordination will include; selection and recruitment of CHWs, regular team meetings, collection of CHWs monthly reports and monitoring and evaluation of community based activities.Develop and implement quarterly work plans to ensure smooth operation of community based initiatives.Coordinate mobilization initiatives for SRH services in MSK, public and private health facilities by the CHWs.Coordinate the distribution of IEC/BCC materials and family planning supplies through the CHWs.Foster linkages and build partnerships with community based agencies, key stakeholders, and partners.Establish strong community based referral networks and build the capacity of CHWs to act as referral agents to MSK, public and private health facilities.Two years NGO experience; experience in SRH would be an added advantage.Bachelor’s degree in community development, sociology or health.Proven track record of working with communities and understanding the GoK Community Strategy.Extensive knowledge of Ministry of Health core functions and systems.Strong report writing skills.Excellent written and spoken English.Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural sensitivity, assertiveness and negotiating skills.Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (2 of which should be immediate former supervisors) should be submitted to:
People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya
On or before 26th November, 2012
NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject as ‘CHWs Coordinator’
Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer
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