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Plan International Inc. Kenya is seeking to recruit for the position Program Manager, to be based at the Country Office, Nairobi on a 2 year contract. The post holder will be reporting to the Head of Program Implementation and Quality of Plan International Inc. Kenya.

Purpose of the Job and Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the design, implementation and management of specific sector related programs with a focus on child protection, early childhood development and education.Be responsible for supporting the conceptualization, planning, implementation, and monitoring & evaluation, resource management, associated to thematic areas.Work closely with stakeholder and partner relationship management and ensure timely quality internal and donor reportingThe incumbent will be well versed and experienced in multi sectorial development approaches and be able to draw synergy from multiple projects and partners to demonstrate holistic program effectiveness and whilst forming alliances for advocacyBe well versed in managing multi-million dollar programs and must be abreast with donor regulations, environment and reportingS/he should have managed project budgets over and above USD10 million a year preferably across various implementation sites and have worked with partnersThe incumbent to have worked in a fast changing and diverse development environment and be able to coordinate the activities of a range of Project ManagersLead the team in developing concepts and proposals (narrative and budgets), support the development, implementation and review of Plan’s Country Strategic Plan and the Child Protection and education programs ensuring Plan’s development efforts are aligned to the Country Strategic Plan (CSP)To represent Plan at relevant development/national Child Protection and Education clusters and at donor foraBesides general program/project management experience, the Programme Manager should have a strong technical expertise and bias in Child Protection, Education; the position holder will double up as Plan’s Education focal person

Educational Qualification, Knowledge & Experience:

Masters’ degree in International Development and/or Education or Child Welfare or other relevant degree from a recognized university is preferred7 years’ experience in multi-sectoral programming and at least 3 years’ experience in a senior management role in INGOSpecialist knowledge in programme management and project cycle managementTechnical expertise in education; child protection, early childhood development and a good understanding of advocacy is required for this positionSound understanding of integrated development issues and critical analysis of child povertyKnowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community developmentDemonstrated knowledge of strategic planning processesDemonstrated experience in multi sectorial approach to developmentDemonstrated knowledge of educational policies, frameworks and regulations in KenyaHow to apply:

If you meet the requirements of the above position, please visit http://plan-international-kenya.org/jobs/ to access the full job description and make an online application. The closing date of applications is 19th January 2015. This position is open to Nationals Only. You are invited to read more about Plan in our website www.plan-international.org.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Job ID: #792041 Training categories: Management Country: Kenya City: 100% nairobi and travelling Organization: Plan Theme: CoordinationEducationProtection and Human Rights Job years of experience: 5-10 years Job type: Job How to apply HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining About Us Help ReliefWeb Informing humanitarians worldwide. A service provided by

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ORGANISATION: PATH

PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms—vaccines, drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations—that harness our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and passion for health equity. By mobilizing partners around the world, we take innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia to tackle their greatest health needs. Together, we deliver measurable results that disrupt the cycle of poor health.

PATH’s Advocacy and Public Policy (APP) department works to improve global health by increasing awareness and support of global health priorities by policymakers, coalitions, and other influential individuals and groups.PATH’s APP department is seeking a Program Assistant to support advocacy and policy initiatives in the areas of maternal, newborn, and child health in Kenya. The Program Assistant will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the Senior Policy & Advocacy Officer in PATH’s Nairobi office.

Responsibilities:

Working with the Nairobi based APP staff, the Program Assistant responsibilities will include:

Providing meeting planning and logistics support. Activities may include scheduling internal and external meetings, workshops, and other events as necessary, as well as coordinating event-related logistics, maintaining database of project contacts, and drafting meeting notes and coordinating review, distribution, and filing.Drafting project reports and communications materials. In consultation with relevant staff, plan and coordinate the production and distribution of monthly activity reports and other communications materials as requested. Additional responsibilities will include liaising with Washington, DC based APP staff on PATH branding standards and coordinating review processes for publications developed by the APP Kenya team.Gathering research and evidence to support project activities. This will include assembling literature and publication resources into comprehensive evidence packages.Providing general administrative support to maintain coordinated and organized team logistics. This may include working closely with the APP program team and the project administrator to initiate the procurement process for project activities, the maintenance of a shared team calendar for APP staff in Kenya, helping program staff accurately communicate their travel and leave dates, assisting APP staff with travel planning arrangements and post-travel reimbursements, including cheque requests, meal conference forms, etc.Maintaining the electronic and paper filing systems to ensure information is readily and easily accessible. This will include regular updates of assigned email distribution lists.Coordination with full APP Department staff to ensure smooth coordination of administrative tasks between the Washington, DC and other country offices as assigned.

Required Skills:

Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Basic research skillsExcellent interpersonal skills.Strong organizational skills.Adaptable to changing priorities.Effective time management.Experience working under deadlines.Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.Fluency in English, including excellent written and oral communication skills.

Required Experience:

Bachelor’s degree, plus a minimum of two years of directly related administrative and program support experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work and currently reside in Kenya.

PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Location Code:

Kenya, Nairobi (12)

Job Location:

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Job Type:

Full-Time/Regular

Please provide a cover letter describing your interest in the position and how your background and work experience qualify you for the role.

For detailed job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit:

http://bit.ly/1xhnxLS

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment program working in 100 clinics in Nyanza Province, Kenya.
RCTP is seeking motivated, proactive individuals to fill the following positions in the Sustainable East African Research on Community Health (SEARCH) Study. SEARCH is a five-year cluster randomized trial to test whether universal ART can improve health, Educational, and economic outcomes.
We are going to be conducting a household census in 12 communities and annual multidisease diagnostic health campaigns. We will also be supporting ART delivery through FACES clinics.
 Job Title: Study Clinical Officer Reports to: The ART Coordinator
Duration: Annual Renewable Contract
Job Summary: The incumbents will provide ART services based on the SEARCH study protocol at health facilities in the study communities in Suba.Obtain consent/assent for duty enrolment.Conduct physical examination of the study participants.Assist in follow up of the study participants.Offer HIV counseling, care and support to study participants.Provide pre/post test counseling and adherence counseling to participants.Offer contraceptive counseling and provide contraceptive methods at the site.Completing case report forms.Assist in follow-up of laboratory result.Perform accurate record keeping and check study forms for completeness and accuracy each day.Diploma in Clinical Medicine with current registration with Clinical Officers Council of Kenya.At least one year experience with clinical researchMinimum 2 years’ experience in provision of HIV care including anti-retrovirals.Experience in implementing and supervising research(Public health or clinical studies)Working experience with HIV care setting preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent leadership, management and interpersonal skillsExcellent computer skillsFluent spoken English, Dholuo, and Kiswahili requiredApplications should include the followingA cover letter stating current position (if applicable); and date available to start working for the studyA current CV including email and mobile phone contact information,Name and phone number for two professional referees,Two letters of recommendation preferably froma previous employer,A copy of the latest pay slip (if applicable)Copies of academic and professional certificates.All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 31st October 2014
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email.
Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified.
KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, the Youth, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Vacancy: Senior Program Officer – Care and Treatment (1 Opening)

Type of position: Full time

Location: Samburu County

Proposed start Date: ASAP

Position summary and introduction: APHIAplus IMARISHA is an AMREF Kenya - led USAID-funded integrated health program in the Northern Arid Lands Region, implemented by five consortium partners.  

The program operates in 8 counties of Turkana, Isiolo, Samburu, Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa and Tana River. BroadReach Healthcare works with other consortium members to strengthen and expand high quality integrated HIV care and treatment, MNCH and Nutrition services and Continuous Quality Improvement in the public and private sectors, as well as to coordinate, track and implement innovations for improving health outcomes.

BroadReach Healthcare (BRHC), one of the consortium partners on APHIAplus IMARISHA, is a rapidly growing global healthcare solutions company with offices in Arlington, VA, South Africa and around the globe. 
The company is a worldwide leader in developing, implementing, and managing innovative healthcare systems and delivery networks. The company has particular expertise in the management and scale-up of HIV/AIDS treatment programs in Africa.   BRHC is recruiting for a Senior Program Officer (SPO)-Care and Treatment to be based in Samburu County. The key role for the position is to provide leadership and technical support and mentorship of health care workers in both public and private health facilities as well as county health personnel to ensure provision of expanded high quality integrated HIV care and treatment, TB, MNCH and Nutrition services and Continuous Quality Improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the BRHC Team Lead and the R3 Senior Technical Advisor; the Senior Program Officer shall be responsible to:Co-ordinate the planning, carrying out, analysis and dissemination of  results of site capacity assessments (using the TQA tool) at supported facilitiesEnsure that program annual service delivery targets for the county are achieved and develops a remedial plan where the targets are not achievedEnsure synergy with the county technical team in site level supervisionOutline mechanisms and a feedback loop for all activities that appear in the work plan when and how they were accomplished and any pending issuesWork with the team to collect and analyze agreed monthly Quality of service indicators (QOS) reports from health facilities and provide guidance and recommendations related to tracked indicators and outcomesSupport health facility teams to build local capacity for quality improvement activities by establishing Work Improvement teams at different departments that will identify gaps, analyze, prioritize and implement QI projectsMaintain thorough documentation of activities and track deliverablesCoordinate dashboard reviews of project clinical outcomes and utilizing project data to prioritize interventionsTake lead in compilation of the monthly activity reports and quarterly project performance reports in all the clinical areasRepresent the project as delegated in critical stakeholder meetings and activitiesMaintain current knowledge of medical practice standards and developmentsIdentifying, planning  and implementing interventions aimed at health systems strengthening for both public and private health service providersAdvocate for and promote private public partnerships in health service delivery within the regionUndertake any other duties as may be assigned   .Bachelor’s degree in medical, nursing or in a health related field with 7 years of relevant experience (Diploma in a related field and 10+ years’ experience will also be considered); an MPH will be an added advantage.Significant field experience in clinical and/or community-based care of persons living with HIV/AIDS,TB, reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health programmingExperience in Health Care programming at the field level and providing technical assistance to partner organizations; knowledge and experience of ART programmatic and technical issues highly desiredProgram management experience and experience in a supervisory role is a plusKnowledge and experience with Kenya HIV Quality Improvement FrameworkExperience with participatory planning and evaluation methods preferredExperience working with the private health sector and/or commercial business a plusWillingness and ability to work in Northern KenyaUnderstanding of key stakeholders, geography, culture, and institutions in Kenya, preferably Northern KenyaDemonstrated strong communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills with the proven ability to foster good will and build consensus at all organizational levelsHigh level of computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point)Fluency in written and spoken EnglishStrong organizational, time management, computer and communicative skillsStrategic and analytical thinking skills with an ability to solve problems and make decisionsAbility to carry out multiple assignments and plan accordingly in order to meet scheduled deadlinesAbility to analyze, compare and interpret facts and figures and make sound judgments based upon this knowledgeAbility to work both in a team and independently and ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal trainingAbility to cultivate team work and team spirit in order to strengthen and cultivate relationshipsAbility to clearly communicate results of work both orally and in writing to stakeholders and managementAbility to interface with multiple stakeholders, representatives, and partners in a professional manner on an ongoing basisComfortable in rapidly changing and uncertain environments, including multi-taskingAble and willing to travel extensively, as work demandsHigh level of professionalism and leadership combined with a passion for health issuesSelf-motivated with a strong entrepreneurial spiritProficiency with STATA or SPSS statistical software packages is a plus(PLEASE – NO PHONE CALLS)

To create an on-line profile and submit your application to BRHC, please go to http://www.brhc.com/ - Enter “Global Health” and select the “Careers” Tab. (Highly Recommended/Preferred).

To submit your cover letter and CV by E-mail:  Please send it to broadreach01@brhc.com.  

(Only those applicants who most closely fit the job requirements will be contacted for interviews.) Closing date: November, 17th 2014.
BroadReach Healthcare offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

BroadReach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
www.brhc.com

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Type of position:Full time

Location:Samburu County

Proposed start Date: ASAP

Position summary and introduction

APHIAplus IMARISHA is an AMREF Kenya-led USAID-funded integrated health program in the Northern Arid Lands Region, implemented by five consortium partners. The program operates in 8 counties of Turkana, Isiolo, Samburu, Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa and Tana River. BroadReach Healthcare works with other consortium members to strengthen and expand high quality integrated HIV care and treatment, MNCH and Nutrition services and Continuous Quality Improvement in the public and private sectors, as well as to coordinate, track and implement innovations for improving health outcomes.

BroadReach Healthcare (BRHC), one of the consortium partners on APHIAplus IMARISHA,is a rapidly growing global healthcare solutions company with offices in Arlington, VA, South Africa and around the globe. The company is a worldwide leader in developing, implementing, and managing innovative healthcare systems and delivery networks. The company has particular expertise in the management and scale-up of HIV/AIDS treatment programs in Africa. BRHC is recruiting for a Senior Program Officer (SPO)-Care and Treatment to be based in Samburu County. The key role for the position is to provide leadership andtechnical support and mentorship of health care workers in both public and private health facilities as well as county health personnel to ensure provision of expanded high quality integrated HIV care and treatment, TB, MNCH and Nutrition services and Continuous Quality Improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the BRHC Team Lead and the R3 Senior Technical Advisor; the Senior Program Officer shall be responsible to:

· Co-ordinate the planning, carrying out, analysis and dissemination of results of site capacity assessments (using the TQA tool) at supported facilities

· Ensure that program annual service delivery targets for the county/ region are achieved and develops a remedial plan where the targets are not achieved

· Ensure synergy with the county technical team in site level supervision

· Outline mechanisms and a feedback loop for all activities that appear in the work plan when and how they were accomplished and any pending issues

· Work with the team to collect and analyze agreed monthly Quality of service indicators (QOS) reports from health facilities and provide guidance and recommendations related to tracked indicators and outcomes

· Support health facility teams to build local capacity for quality improvement activities by establishing Work Improvement teams at different departments that will identify gaps, analyze, prioritize and implement QI projects

· Maintain thorough documentation of activities and track deliverables

· Coordinate dashboard reviews of project clinical outcomes and utilizing project data to prioritize interventions

· Take lead in compilation of the monthly activity reports and quarterly project performance reports on all the clinical areas

· Represent the project as delegated in critical stakeholder meetings and activities

· Maintain current knowledge of medical practice standards and developments

· Identifying, planning and implementing interventions aimed at health systems strengthening for both public and private health service providers

· Serve as point person in assigned geographic region for private sector engagement and tracking program innovations

· Advocate for and promote private public partnerships in health service delivery within the region

· Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Technical Advisory Committee

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Nursing or in a Health related field with 7 years of relevant experience (Diploma in a related field and 10+ years’ experience will also be considered); a MPH will be an added advantage

· Significant field experience in clinical and/or community-based care of persons living with HIV/AIDS, TB, reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health programming, preferably with a USAID implementing partner

· Experience in Health Care programming at the field level and providing technical assistance to partner organizations; knowledge and experience of ART programmatic and technical issues highly desired

· Program management experience and experience in a supervisory role is a plus

· Knowledge and experience with Kenya HIV Quality Improvement Framework

· Experience with participatory planning and evaluation methods preferred

· Experience working with the private health sector and/or commercial business a plus

· Willingness and ability to work in Northern Kenya

· Understanding of key stakeholders, geography, culture, and institutions in Kenya, preferably Northern Kenya

· Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills with the proven ability to foster good will and build consensus at all organizational levels

· High level of computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point)

· Fluency in written and spoken English

Desired Skills

· Strong organizational, time management, computer and communicative skills

· Strategic and analytical thinking skills with an ability to solve problems and make decisions

· Ability to carry out multiple assignments and plan accordingly in order to meet scheduled deadlines

· Ability to analyze, compare and interpret facts and figures and make sound judgments based upon this knowledge

· Ability to work both in a team and independently and ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training

· Ability to cultivate team work and team spirit in order to strengthen and cultivate relationships

· Ability to clearly communicate results of work both orally and in writing to stakeholders and management

· Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders, representatives, and partners in a professional manner on an ongoing basis

· Comfortable in rapidly changing and uncertain environments, including multi-tasking

· Able and willing to travel extensively, as work demands

· High level of professionalism and leadership combined with a passion for health issues

· Self-motivated with a strong entrepreneurial spirit

· Fluency in Northern Kenyan dialects

· Proficiency with STATA or SPSS statistical software packages is a plus

BroadReach Healthcare offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

BroadReach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

www.brhc.com

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