Vacancy: Health Sector Specialist, Juba, World Vision South Sudan
Location: Africa - South Sudan

Town / City: Juba

International Role: Yes

Purpose of Position: The purpose of the post is to effectively implement and respond to the technical needs of the health component of the World Vision South Sudan country program. 

The Health Sector Specialist will identify, design, implement and monitor quality health programs for emergency, transitional and development situations, including strengthening coordination in the health sector at payam, county, state and national levels. Key Responsibilities

Program Development and Management:

Ensure effective designing and implementation of WVSS health programming.Routinely assess health programming opportunities including participating in interagency field assessments to potential programming locations and preparing written reports of findings to the WVSS Resource Acquisition Team and Operations Team leadership.Ensure the preparation and timely submission of project implementation reports in partnership with the WVSS Resource Acquisition Team in accordance with donor requirements and World Vision standards.Coordinate plans with government, partner NGOs, UN agencies, and Health Cluster to foster collaborative health responses.Actively represent World Vision health programming in relevant technical foras, meetings and working groups.Identify capacity needs within current health programming and support development of appropriate capacity building plans to address priority needs for effective implementation of high quality health programs.Support the design and implementation of training programs in health for communities, program staff, and government partners as required.Ensure the availability of necessary training and resource materials in health.Develop clear short and long term strategies for health programming with mapping needs and project coverage.Prepare monitoring and evaluation tool and guidelines to track health project activities.Make sure documentation of signed files of WVSS Child Protection Policy compliance and code of conduct formats by Contractors and Consultants who work in activities of health in emergencies.Ensure linkages and collaboration of health projects with other sectors at district level during planning and implementation.Document the project implementation experiences and lessons learned of the health project activities.Adhere to the technical and financial policies and regulations of WVSS.Monitor the effective utilization of program supplies and materials.Develop proposals and concept papers on for identified health intervention opportunities.Prepare periodic activity and financial reports on the implementation and challenges of health program interventions.Propose the arrangement for procurement of supplies needed for use in health activities.Work closely with the South Sudan Ministry of Health and other government counterparts as possible, NGOs and agencies involved in the Health Cluster to strengthen capacity and systems for the delivery of Health programming.Conduct regular visits to project sites to facilitate and monitor the implementation of program activities.Submit monthly reports to the concerned bodies.Participate in project evaluation with technical experts from government and INGOs.Manage day-to day activities of the assigned program activities.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

Undergraduate degree in Health or Nursing required. Graduate degree on health or a medical degree preferred.2 - 5 years in health related position / 2 years in teaching, supervision and health personnel level.Professional technical skill desiredExcellent English communication skills (both oral and written).Has solid background in health in emergency particularly health in emergency curriculum packages and deliverables.Approved knowledge in health planning.Excellent training skills in defined health components.Experience in health project management, monitoring and supervision.Excellent knowledge in children in emergency context play space, play to learn and learning to learn, environment and personal hygiene, restoration, etc.Enthusiastically and energetic to make a difference upon children health in emergency situation. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organizations, under stressful situations.Excellent leadership, analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skill.Excellent capacity in facilitating training and preparing user friendly manuals and toolkits.Has strong networking, team spirit, partnership, coordination and harmony skills.Willing to adapt with new working environment, new challenges, colleagues and work.Proven knowledge on building the capacity of stakeholders in the area of child functional literacy, basic operation, school improvement options and leadership skills.Working Environment / Conditions:Work environment: Office-based with frequent travels to the fields,Travel: 30% domestic/international travels is requiredOn call: Available for communication with partners and colleagues from diverse time zones.
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Application Deadline Date: 25-Nov-14

Vacancy: Ultrasound Sonographer (Full or Part Time)

Background: Jacaranda Health is a social venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa. 

We are combining business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and reproductive health services to low-income urban women.

Job Summary: We are seeking to hire Full or part time Ultrasound Sonographer to work in our Maternity Hospitals. 

Reporting to the Hospital Manager, the Sonographer will primarily be responsible for providing quality ultrasound services to our clients, reviewing and analyzing reports and producing the same for physician review.Duties and Responsibilities
Explaining the ultrasound procedure to patients and answering any questions they may have.Maintaining the ultrasound equipment and maintaining the room in which the procedure takes place.Performing the ultrasound ensuring the transducer (probe) is capturing images of every angle/section that must be assessed and ensuring the images are of best quality.Maintaining patient’s records and adding medical notes related to the ultrasound procedure if necessary.Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences/Ultrasound/RadiographyMinimum of 2 years experience in sonography/ultrasoundExcellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detailComputer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environmentA good understanding of community dynamics. Knowledge and familiarity with low-income urban areas of Nairobi.Interested candidates should send their Cover letters and CVs to jobs@jacarandahealth.org  by 21st November 2014 indicating the position on the subject line.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please visit www.jacarandahealth.org for more details.

Reproductive Health Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist - KenyaJob Number: 1400003373

Description: Health, Education, and Social Programs

International Health and Development Division
Nairobi, Kenya

Job Description: The International Health and Development Division of ICF International seeks a Reproductive Health Epidemiologist to join our growing team of technical staff in Kenya. 

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and aims to support strengthening the M&E systems for the Family Health Division and Reproductive Health Unit. It will require working through appropriate GOK institutions and stakeholders to strengthen coordination, integration of approaches and coverage, quality and use of reproductive health information.

This is under the MEASURE Evaluation PIMA project which focuses on strengthening the capacity of targeted national health programs in improving the collection and use of quality information at national and sub-national levels for evidence-based decision making.

This position is responsible for data mining, management, and analysis and reporting for national and county level on Family and Reproductive Health thematic areas. 

The position aims at ensuring knowledge and skill transfer to the Division and Unit staff.
Specific responsibilities of the Reproductive Health Epidemiologist include:Build capacity of RMHSU staff including county level staff  and partners on M&E including designing data collection tools, data entry and data cleaning, data analysis (qualitative and quantitative) and report writingSupport the review and maintainance of a functional national RH monitoring system  for priority program componentsAssist in organizing technical M&E trainings in liaison with USAID program partners and other stakeholdersWork directly with staff in target counties to improve the collection, management, and dissemination of service statisticsCreating various analysis outputs for use in program decision making, developing and implementing program plans, collaborating with other partners to integrate RH data in their analysis, writing analytical reports for publication, data management, and providing guidance on appropriate data use.Support the production of quality annual reports in line with the RH Strategy and Annual Work planProvide guidance to project staff on how to integrate RH and population analysis tools in routine analyses and project activitiesUse data in program annual planning, reporting, strategy development and reviewParticipate in coordination meetings and other information sharing fora as appropriate for planning and coordination of program activitiesSupport effective  research and evaluation for priority  program components to  measure effectiveness of RH strategiesContribute to the development and implementation of the RH research agenda       Approximate travel: 30%

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Post graduate training in public health, health sciences, epidemiology, program evaluation, biostatistics or related field, and a minimum of eight years relevant M&E experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience8-10 years’ experience in M&E of health programs including the development and implementation of M&E frameworks and performance management plans, strengthening of health information systems, or training and capacity buildingExperience working with the subnational level particularly the new county structuresExperience working with reproductive, maternal, neonatal, and child health (RMNCH) programsPrior experience with USAID health programsWorking with multiple stakeholders from the Government of Kenya/Ministry of Health, implementing partners and private sectorAdvanced analytical techniques, mining, managing and analyzing large data sets       Experience in facilitating M&E capacity-building effortsDemonstrated knowledge of STATA, SPSS or SAS for analysis of multiple data setsStrong higher order statistical skills such as working with trend data a plusQualitative data analysis skills is a plusExcellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skillsStrong analytical and decision making abilitiesExcellent knowledge of M&E systems in KenyaReport writing, dissemination, use and knowledge managementProject coordination and logistics managementTeam player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentCapacity building and mentoring skillsAbout ICF International: ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) provides professional services and technology solutions that deliver beneficial impact in areas critical to the world's future. ICF is fluent in the language of change, whether driven by markets, technology, or policy. Since 1969, we have combined a passion for our work with deep industry expertise to tackle our clients' most important challenges. We partner with clients around the globe—advising, executing, innovating—to help them define and achieve success. Our more than 4,500 employees serve government and commercial clients from more than 70 offices worldwide. ICF's website is www.icfi.com.

ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels.

(EEO/AA – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities)

To express interest, please visit our website and apply online to job requisition number 1400003373 at www.icfi.com/careers.

Occupational Health Nurse | ReliefWeb Skip to main content Labs Blog Mobile About Us Help LoginRegister HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining Print28 Oct 2014Occupational Health NurseJobfromWorld Bank—Closing date: 14 Nov 2014

The World Bank Group is seeking applications for an Occupational Health Nurse based in Nairobi, Kenya to provide support to the Regional Medical Advisors serving East and Southern Africa. The Occupational Health Nurse will: provide recommendations to WBG country offices in the region on health related matters (such as occupational health); provide logistical assistance in the case of medical evacuation for staff and dependents; facilitate medical care for staff or dependents suffering from severe chronic illnesses; and conduct health promotion/education, wellness activities. This position will not provide direct clinical care. The ideal applicant will have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with 8 years’ professional clinical experience, and valid and current nursing licensure. Experience working in occupational health settings desirable. Overseas work experience is a plus.

How to apply:

To view the full position description and apply, go to: www.worldbank.org/careers. Once on the site, click on > location > Nairobi, Kenya > job number #141173. Closing date: November 14, 2014.

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Health Poverty Action (HPA) (registered as Health Unlimited (HU) in Kenya) works with some of the poorest and most marginalised communities in Africa, Asia and Latin America, often in very difficult environments. We work to enable these communities achieve improvements to their health as one of their fundamental human rights.
HPA is currently implementing a DFID-funded project in Mandera, Kenya “Improving Maternal and child health outcomes for 128,123 women and children from marginalized pastoralists communities” and an EC-funded cross border project implemented in Mandera, Kenya and Dollo Ado, Ethiopia “Realizing maternal And Child Health rights in difficult environments”
HPA seeks to hire a consultant for a period of no more than 20 working days to undertake a midterm evaluation/review for these two projects. Interested applicants can view the full Terms of Reference (TOR) on http://www.healthunlimited.or.ke/ 
Applications should be sent by email to consultancies@healthunlimited.or.ke : quoting the Reference Number: Europe Aid/129492/C/ACT/TPS : GPAF-IMP-081 by 1700 hours East Africa time on or before 29th June 2014.
HPA is under no obligation to accept any proposal(s) and may accept or decline them in whole or part without giving any reasons whatsoever.