Job Advert: Warehouse / Stock Assistant   
Reports To: Warehouse / Stock Officer
 Liaises With: Procurement and Logistics department and the other Departments
 Contract Type: Fixed Term (2 Years)
 Purpose of the Role: The Warehouse / Stock Assistant works in a team with the Warehouse/Stock Officer, Procurement Department and reports to the Warehouse Officer. 
The purpose of the position is to provide a variety of warehousing and stock management responsibilities which include receiving of goods, storage, and distribution of goods, commodities movement data management and warehouses management.The Warehouse / Stock Assistant will be required to liaise and work closely with the Warehousing Team, Procurement & Logistics Team and Programmes Channel Teams to ensure that the core objectives of MSK are achieved.

How to Apply

For more information on the position and the application procedures please visit www.mariestopes.or.ke/careers
Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

Job Advert: Procurement Assistant
Reports To: Procurement Officer
 Liaises With: Procurement and Logistics department and the other Departments
 Contract Type: Fixed Term (2 Years)
Purpose of the Role: The Procurement Assistant works in a team within the Procurement & Logistics Department and reports to the Procurement Officer. S/he will be part of the Corporate Services Directorate.  The purpose of the position is to assist in the process that ensures that all Procurement of goods and services in MSK across all activities and departments meets standards of quality, price, timeliness and volume and other standards as required by MSK.

Reports To: Pharmaceutical Services Manager Liaises With: Marketing department and the other Departments
Purpose of the Role: This post reports to the Pharmaceutical Services Manager. The purpose of the post is to ensure a sustained increase in the uptake of MSK pharmaceutical and family planning products across all channels to reduce unsafe abortion and unintended pregnancies.

The position holder strives towards the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values. 

Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the marketing area and contributes to the development of training and educational programs for clients and partners.

How to apply

For more information on the position and the application procedures please visit www.mariestopes.or.ke/careers

Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

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Reports To: Deputy Director Programme Operations
 Liaises With: Programmes department and the other Departments
 Salary: Kshs. 144,000 - 200,000
 Purpose of the Role: This position reports to Deputy Director Programme Operations and is part of the Programmes Operations Strategy Unit. The purpose of the post is to ensure that MSK develops and manages excellently all the contractual obligations it has with donors, developing new ones with the team so that grant income continues to complement the income raised through MSK’s social enterprise model. 
While the channel implementing teams take responsibility for the day to day delivery of work according to our contracts, this post will provide essential coordination, oversight and follow up of MSK’s grant income whether at development, delivery or reporting stages. 
Working closely with the Finance Depts grant manager the primary outcome of this role will be satisfied and new donors.
 Grant development coordination and bidding
Developing together with Deputy Dir Progamme Operations and finance colleagues a pipeline of potential projectsIdentifying and responding to  new grant opportunities Working in close collaboration with field teams, gathering information needed and, with them, making convincing proposals (narrative and budgets) in accordance with donor guidelines in the furtherance of MSK strategy.  Providing training where needed on proposal and report- writing skillsGrant delivery and coordination of on-going progress reporting
Establishing  and monitoring grant-tracking systems to meet contract deadlines Liaising closely with Finance Officer Grants on financial recording and burn rateGathering necessary data on time for reportingRespond to impromptu information needs as required Participate in staff training to improve reporting from the fieldWorking closely with the R,M&E team ensure that end-of-grant reporting requirements (data on activities, finances etc) are in place Collate final reports from field teamsSubmit on timeAddress any information requestsMaintain an excellent archive of all project informationBachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Project Management or any other relevant disciplineProject Cycle Management training will be an advantagePost graduate training is also desirable.Over 3 years experience in project management in donor related projects.Organisation and excellent writing and reporting skills are critical with high word processing and excel proficiencyAbility and experience in making logical arguments for successful proposalsExcellent understanding of MSK/MSI’s social enterprise model and its specific relevance with donorsExcellent understanding of donor contract requirementsProven experience in budget design and management of disbursement essentialCommunication skills and proven ability to work with field teams to develop and articulate ideasHighly persuasive in managing donor relations and project progress reportsInitiativeInnovativeEffective CommunicationResponsiveWorking EfficientlySharing InformationFocus on LearningCommitmentDrivenAccountableEmbracing ChangeMotivatedTeam PlayerApplications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (1 of which should be immediate, 1 former supervisor and any other) should be submitted to:
People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

Job framework – CHWs Coordinator - EC Project
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

Reporting To: Social Marketing Manager
Duty Station: Support Office with constant travel to the field.
 Detailing of products to health providers with an aim of reducing maternal deaths and generating income.Conducting Continuous Medical Education to health service providers on use of products in management of various indications for reduction of maternal deaths.Supplying and distribution of products to pharmacy retail and wholesale outletsPlanning, budgeting and executing of field marketing activities on the products to health service providers countrywide.Managing and accounting for the budgetary allocations for the field activitiesIdentifying other Non Governmental Organizations to partner with in reduction of maternal deaths.Creating general awareness on the dangers of PPH and Un safe abortions to the communities through campaignsMonitoring and evaluating the field activities.Generating reports to the Social Marketing ManagerBetween the ages of  28- 35 yearsQualifications in B.Sc general/ B. Sc in Biomedical sciences with 2nd class upper. Over 4 years experience in Pharmaceuticals sales and marketing( coverage of the Rift valley, Nyanza, western and Mombasa regions would be desirable)Clean and valid driving license with over 5 years driving experience ( both manual and automatic  vehicle driving experience desirable)Good communication and pleasant interpersonal skillsGood financial management skillsAlways highly motivated  and quite innovative Willing to extensively travel throughout the countryApplications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (2 immediate former supervisors) should be submitted to:
People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya
On or before 16th November, 2012

NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject as ‘Medical Detailer’

Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

African Health Markets for Equity ProjectMarie Stopes International (MSI) is the prime on a $60 m, 5 year proposal to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and DFID entitled Africa Health Markets for Equity (AHME). AHME is a partnership of 6 organizations: Marie Stopes International, Population Services International, Society for Family Health, IFC’s Health in Africa group, Grameen Foundation, and PharmAccess International. Programming is focused in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana. AHME proposes to improve the coverage of priority health technologies among the poor in Africa through integrating social franchising with demand-side financing approaches at scale. The AHME Project Management Unit is based in Nairobi and will provide administrative support and management oversight respectively to country-level implementation. The Project Management Consultant will work to support the start up of the AHME partnership.
The Incumbent will report to the Associate Director Health Markets.Facilitate the start up of AHME at the country levelProvide leadership and vision on the implementation of AHME in countryProvide support to MSI and other partners in executing and managing projects/developing their programmeOrganize stakeholder meetingsPrepare training/commodity plansDevelop risk registersConvene kick off meetings in Nigeria, Kenya and GhanaSupport start up of AHME work within MSI by coordinating with the relevant teams such as Research and Metrics, Medical Development Team, etc.Document start up with country level start up guidelines including financial and narrative report requirements and schedule for all partners.Facilitate start up of AHME management structureCreate Terms of Reference for AHME board, Technical Advisory Board, Project Management TeamConvene initial meetings at all management levelsDevelop communications strategy for AHMEDevelop internal communications strategy for MSI to ensure all internal stakeholders are aware of AHME and their contributionsDevelop external communications strategy for stakeholders within implementation countries and donors to ensure all external stakeholders are aware of AHME and their contributionsFacilitate contracting process with AHME partnershipCoordinate and contracting process for MSI with donor partners and between partners and MSIEffectively manage sub-grants with partners including clear financial and narrative reportingQualifications, Skills and Experience:Master’s Degree in Public Health - Health Financing and Health Systems focusMinimum 5 years progressive work-experience in international developmentProject management experienceGrants management experienceKnowledge of health systems, clinical service delivery and health financingWriting skills – ability to present written information in an appealing and easy to follow formatHighly articulate and analytical with attention to detailPassionate about improving access to health services and information.Belief in the role of the private sector to deliver health outcomesApplications including a cover letter and detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees should be submitted to:
‘Marie Stopes International is an equal opportunity employer’

Marie Stopes Kenya (MSK)is a Local Non-Governmental Organization affiliated to Marie Stopes International.

MSK has provided affordable high quality innovative reproductive and sexual health care services to her clientele since 1986 through its nationwide network of static in reach centers and mobile outreach centres thereby enhancing accessibility of SRH services to the hard to reach rural citizenry of the republic of Kenya.

Legal Officer
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Legal Officer will provide legal advice to the Organization and management on all matters pertaining to the institution’s staff, property, activities, rights and obligations.

Qualifications and Competencies:-
* Bachelors degree in Law(LLB)
* An advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practice certificate
* Member of the Law Society of Kenya
* Have CPS (K) qualification will be added advantage
* Have a minimum of five years experience in a busy legal firm, company or Corporation.
* Ability to work with integrity, confidentiality and work with minimum supervision.
* Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
* Safeguard the institution’s copyrights and intellectual property rights.
* Any qualification & some experience in Communication will be an added advantage
* Should be computer literate
* Other personal attributes- Aggressive with excellent communication skills, a team player, ability to perform under pressure, results oriented with excellent analytical skills, Initiative, and commitment to personal growth and good knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:
* Provision of legal services such as litigation conveyance, analysis of legal risks and liaising with external lawyers and Organization lawyers on legal issues
* Development and implementation of strategies aimed at providing an enabling legal and regulatory framework that preserves the integrity of the Organization
* Ensuring compliance to statutory requirements in all Organizations transactions
* Review and enforcement of compliance of Marie Stopes Kenya requirements
* Preparation of legal opinions , interpretations and policies for the organization
* Preparation of contracts, leases, MOUs and other legal instruments between MSK and other parties
* Provision of secretarial services to the MSK Board and other various committees
* Ability to find innovative solutions and approaches.
* Arrange for Board meetings and take minutes during such meetings
* Safeguard the institution’s copyrights and intellectual property rights.

Those who meet the above qualifications and possess the desired attributes should submit their applications together with all supporting documents, CV inclusive to the Human Resources Director P.O BOX 59328-00200 Nairobi

or email :pd@mariestopes.or.ke; to reach us on or before 30th March 2012.Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer.
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Organization employing: Marie Stopes Kenya

Position required: Research, Monitoring & Evaluation Senior Manager

Report To: Chief Executive Officer

Marie Stopes Kenya (MSK)is a Local Non-Governmental Organization affiliated to Marie Stopes International.

MSK has provided affordable high quality innovative reproductive and sexual health care services to her clientele since 1986 through its nationwide network of static in reach centers and mobile outreach centres thereby enhancing accessibility of SRH services to the hard to reach rural citizenry of the republic of Kenya.

MSK is looking for a suitably qualified person to fill the vacancy of Research, Monitoring & Evaluation Senior Manager.This will be an excellent opportunity for the appointed person to work for a large organization contributing immensely for the health of people in Kenya

Overall Role:

The post holder is a key member of MSK’s Senior Management Team (SMT).

S/he is charged with overall responsibility of providing analysis, recommendations and advice to Senior Management on progress issues, develop policies, strategies and tools for effective researching, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, analysis, resolve complex monitoring & evaluation issues and information delivery while promoting a client-oriented approach consistent with organization regulation and contribute to the strategic direction of the country programme by providing quality advice based on analysis of monitoring, evaluation and related reports and reviews, and independent monitoring and assessments focusing on achievement of results.

The post holder will work in close collaboration with other managers and be will required to travel within Kenya to achieve the objectives of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure that the R,M&E team is able to deliver high quality research projects in accordance with well designed, realistically budgeted protocols , clear and user friendly dissemination of research reports and findings to key internal and external stakeholders through verbal presentations, publications and abstracts.Translate findings into practical lessons, actionable insights and recommendations for MSK colleagues to rapidly improve their programming , the that capacity development approaches are strategic and build the long-term sustainability of research teams.Ensure that stakeholder national and international strategies are monitored and that connections with and MSK’s programme results are disseminated to SMT, to assist MSK’s external relations activities and inform evolving strategy.Thorough analysis and synthesis of information from different sources including monitoring reports, evaluation reports, project and programme reviews, as well as relevant external reports and reviews; independent assessments of specific issues and recommendations for improvement of projects and programmes; conceptualize and manage research/studies to support the development of strategic and innovative programmes; inputs and support to external missions.Ensure effective management of the Research,Monitoring & Evaluation Unit and strengthen Country Office monitoring and reporting functions, develop and implement context-specific policies and frameworks for monitoring projects and programmes; develop context-relevant tools enabling staff to effectively and professionally monitor projects and programmes; Develop and ensure implementation of Country Office, Regional and District monitoring functions; coordinate and/or prepare organization reportsEnsure effective implementation of the organization Evaluation Policy, including preparation of and monitoring of management responses to evaluations; Plan and manage outcome evaluations and project evaluations; provide guidance to the Country office, evaluation and project teams on organization evaluation policies, procedures and practices.Ensure implementation of relevant evaluation and review recommendations to strengthen programme and project effectiveness.Provide advice and assist Country Office and project staff in articulating outcomes, targets, baselines and indicators at programme and project levels; organize and substantively contribute to informal and formal workshops, seminars and trainings on results-based management and monitoring and evaluation; Mentor and build capacity of staff in the Monitoring and Evaluation unitIdentify and synthesize good practices and lessons learned, sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, in particular regarding conceptual and methodological developments in monitoring and evaluation, development of networks and partnerships within the countryUniversity degree in Social Sciences, Economic Biostatistics or related field, Development Studies or relevant discipline from a recognized reputable universityMinimum 3 years experience in research, monitoring and evaluation of development projects/programmes and/or social science research. Family planning and reproductive health research experience is particularly desirable.Demonstrated experience in Health MIS, preferably family planning/SRH/HIV/AIDS.Proficiency in Excel, EpiInfo, EpiData, SPSS,Stata and MS Access.Experience in design and set up data baseExperience designing and conducting quantitative social science and/or epidemiologic research, qualitative research experience desirableExperience in development of data collection tools, including questionnairesA thorough understanding of current issues in Family Planning, Sexual Reproductive Health and HIV/AIDS in KenyaMust be of high integrity, assertive with excellent communication skills, a team player, ability to perform under pressure, results oriented with excellent analytical skills,
Initiative, and commitment to personal growth and good knowledge and ability to work with minimum supervision.Those who meet the above qualifications and possess the desired attributes should submit their applications together with all supporting documents CV inclusive to the

Human Resources Director
P.O Box 59328-00200
Nairobi

to reach us on or before 25th July 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The position will attract a competitive salary

‘Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer’

Visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ for many more jobs in Kenya

Organization employing: Marie Stopes Kenya Position required: Research, Monitoring & Evaluation Senior Manager
Report To: Chief Executive Officer

Marie Stopes Kenya (MSK)is a Local Non-Governmental Organization affiliated to Marie Stopes International.

MSK has provided affordable high quality innovative reproductive and sexual health care services to her clientele since 1986 through its nationwide network of static in reach centers and mobile outreach centres thereby enhancing accessibility of SRH services to the hard to reach rural citizenry of the republic of Kenya.

MSK is looking for a suitably qualified person to fill the vacancy of Research, Monitoring & Evaluation Senior Manager.This will be an excellent opportunity for the appointed person to work for a large organization contributing immensely for the health of people in Kenya

The post holder is a key member of MSK’s Senior Management Team (SMT).

S/he is charged with overall responsibility of providing analysis, recommendations and advice to Senior Management on progress issues, develop policies, strategies and tools for effective researching, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, analysis, resolve complex monitoring & evaluation issues and information delivery while promoting a client-oriented approach consistent with organization regulation and contribute to the strategic direction of the country programme by providing quality advice based on analysis of monitoring, evaluation and related reports and reviews, and independent monitoring and assessments focusing on achievement of results.

The post holder will work in close collaboration with other managers and be will required to travel within Kenya to achieve the objectives of the position.

* Ensure that the R,M&E team is able to deliver high quality research projects in accordance with well designed, realistically budgeted protocols , clear and user friendly dissemination of research reports and findings to key internal and external stakeholders through verbal presentations, publications and abstracts.
* Translate findings into practical lessons, actionable insights and recommendations for MSK colleagues to rapidly improve their programming , the that capacity development approaches are strategic and build the long-term sustainability of research teams.
* Ensure that stakeholder national and international strategies are monitored and that connections with and MSK’s programme results are disseminated to SMT, to assist MSK’s external relations activities and inform evolving strategy.
* Thorough analysis and synthesis of information from different sources including monitoring reports, evaluation reports, project and programme reviews, as well as relevant external reports and reviews; independent assessments of specific issues and recommendations for improvement of projects and programmes; conceptualize and manage research/studies to support the development of strategic and innovative programmes; inputs and support to external missions.
* Ensure effective management of the Research,Monitoring & Evaluation Unit and strengthen Country Office monitoring and reporting functions, develop and implement context-specific policies and frameworks for monitoring projects and programmes; develop context-relevant tools enabling staff to effectively and professionally monitor projects and programmes; Develop and ensure implementation of Country Office, Regional and District monitoring functions; coordinate and/or prepare organization reports
* Ensure effective implementation of the organization Evaluation Policy, including preparation of and monitoring of management responses to evaluations; Plan and manage outcome evaluations and project evaluations; provide guidance to the Country office, evaluation and project teams on organization evaluation policies, procedures and practices.
* Ensure implementation of relevant evaluation and review recommendations to strengthen programme and project effectiveness.
* Provide advice and assist Country Office and project staff in articulating outcomes, targets, baselines and indicators at programme and project levels; organize and substantively contribute to informal and formal workshops, seminars and trainings on results-based management and monitoring and evaluation; Mentor and build capacity of staff in the Monitoring and Evaluation unit
* Identify and synthesize good practices and lessons learned, sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, in particular regarding conceptual and methodological developments in monitoring and evaluation, development of networks and partnerships within the country

* University degree in Social Sciences, Economic Biostatistics or related field, Development Studies or relevant discipline from a recognized reputable university
* Minimum 3 years experience in research, monitoring and evaluation of development projects/programmes and/or social science research. Family planning and reproductive health research experience is particularly desirable.
* Demonstrated experience in Health MIS, preferably family planning/SRH/HIV/AIDS.
* Proficiency in Excel, EpiInfo, EpiData, SPSS,Stata and MS Access.
* Experience in design and set up data base
* Experience designing and conducting quantitative social science and/or epidemiologic research, qualitative research experience desirable
* Experience in development of data collection tools, including questionnaires
* A thorough understanding of current issues in Family Planning, Sexual Reproductive Health and HIV/AIDS in Kenya
* Must be of high integrity, assertive with excellent communication skills, a team player, ability to perform under pressure, results oriented with excellent analytical skills,
* Initiative, and commitment to personal growth and good knowledge and ability to work with minimum supervision.

Those who meet the above qualifications and possess the desired attributes should submit their applications together with all supporting documents CV inclusive to the

Human Resources Director
P.O Box 59328-00200
Nairobi

to reach us on or before 25th July 2011.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The position will attract a competitive salary

‘Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer’

Organization employing: Marie Stopes Kenya

Position required: Business Manager -Training Center

Report To: Chief Executive Officer

Duties and Responsibilities
To run the MSK Training Centre as a profitable business unit.To develop training contracts with the government and other health providers.To use own initiatives to create awareness about the MSK Training Centre.Enhance the MSK Training Centre’s image as a quality unit which provides high quality training in FP and RH related surgical procedures.To look for funding opportunities to contribute towards the growth of MSK Training CentreEnsure maximum efficiency of all Team Members involved with the Training CentreLiaise between all applicable departments to ensure smooth operation and maximum utilization of the training centre internally.Ability to work conscientiously and independentlyEducation - University degree in Business Management or related field.Experience - At least 3 years experience in running a business, and /or 8 to 10 years experience at senior level with a profit orientated company / organization.Personal attributes - Must be of high integrity, aggressive in marketing and building a profitable business, with excellent organizational and communication skills. Excellent human relations and the ability to perform under pressure. In addition, the candidate has to be results oriented, with excellent analytical skills, initiatives, and commitment to personal growth, as well as the growth of his / her Team.Additional: A strong network of contacts in the Kenya Department of Health and other NGO’s will be an added advantage.Applicants who meet the above qualifications and attributes should submit their applications together with all supporting documents, including CV, to the

Human Resources Director,
Marie Stopes Kenya
P.O Box 59328-00200
Nairobi,

or send through the email address pd@mariestopes.or.ke

to reach on or before 12th March 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

‘Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer’

For more jobs in Kenya, visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ today.

Organization employing: Marie Stopes Kenya

Position required: Warehousing and Logistics Officer

Report To: Procurement and Fleet Manager

Overall Role: The post holder will be expected to be efficient and cost-effective in facilitating planning, requisitioning, receipt and issuing of all products and equipments in a manner that ensures accountability and integrity of stock management.

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage inventory both physically and in the Inflow systemConduct and reconcile cycle counts between inflow, issued documents and physical;Monitoring of goods being supplied from Suppliers & MSK support warehouse to the clinics;Reduce the company’s exposure to obsolescence risk by producing monthly reports to highlight suppression’s and obsolescence and taking steps with operations to reduce losses;Monitor center requirements to ensure optimum stocks are maintained across the branch network;Receive all purchased goods as per the authorized purchase orders and update inflow system on real time basis while ensuring that supplier documentation is completed;Ability to work conscientiously and independentlyEducation -University degree in Business or related field.Professional -Postgraduate Diploma in Supplies and Purchasing ManagementAssociate member of KISM (Kenya Institute of supplies management)Experience - 3 years procurement experience in a service organization.Personal attributes - Must be of high integrity, aggressive with excellent communication skills, a team player, ability to perform under pressure, results oriented with excellent analytical skills, Initiative, and commitment to personal growthKnowledge of an automated inventory control system will be an added advantageApplicants who meet the above qualifications and attributes should submit their applications together with all supporting documents, including CV, to the

Human Resources Director,
Marie Stopes Kenya
P.O Box 59328-00200
Nairobi,

or send through the email address pd@mariestopes.or.ke to reach on or before 11th March 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

‘Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer’

For more jobs in Kenya, visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ today.

Organization Employing: Marie Stopes Kenya
Position Required: Warehousing and Logistics Officer
Report To: Procurement and Fleet Manager
Overall Role: The post holder will be expected to be efficient and cost-effective in facilitating planning, requisitioning, receipt and issuing of all products and equipments in a manner that ensures accountability and integrity of stock management.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage inventory both physically and in the Inflow systemConduct and reconcile cycle counts between inflow, issued documents and physical;Monitoring of goods being supplied from Suppliers & MSK support warehouse to the clinics;Reduce the company’s exposure to obsolescence risk by producing monthly reports to highlight suppression’s and obsolescence and taking steps with operations to reduce losses;Monitor center requirements to ensure optimum stocks are maintained across the branch network;Receive all purchased goods as per the authorized purchase orders and update inflow system on real time basis while ensuring that supplier documentation is completed;Ability to work conscientiously and independentlyQualifications:
Education -University degree in Business or related field.Professional -Postgraduate Diploma in Supplies and Purchasing ManagementAssociate member of KISM (Kenya Institute of supplies management)Experience - 3 years procurement experience in a service organization.Personal attributes - Must be of high integrity, aggressive with excellent communication skills, a team player, ability to perform under pressure, results oriented with excellent analytical skills, Initiative, and commitment to personal growthKnowledge of an automated inventory control system will be an added advantageThose who meet the above qualifications and possess the desired attributes should submit
their applications together with all supporting documents CV inclusive to the Human Resources
Director to reach us on or before 2nd March 2011.
Contact details
Marie Stopes Kenya
Kindaruma Road
Kilimani
Off Ngong Road
Nairobi
Kenya
Telephone: + 254 20 3870 182 / 196 / 227
Email: info@mariestopes.or.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
‘Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer’
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We are a marketing focused, results oriented, social enterprise which uses modern management techniques to provide quality sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH) to poor, marginalized communities in Kenya.

We are a senior member of a global partnership which develops effective and sustainable family planning programmes in the UK and overseas. The global partnership supports its partners with technical, financial, management, monitoring and evaluation inputs on a continuing basis.

We have been funded by European Union to implement a 60-Months intervention since 1st November
2006 titled “A comprehensive approach to reaching those most at risk from and affected by HIV and
AIDS in Kenya.”

We exist to improve quality of life and health through high quality affordable family planning and
reproductive healthcare services and products thus ensuring the individual’s fundamental right to
children by choice not chance. We are seeking dynamic, proactive and innovative qualified persons to
fill the following post in Kenya for a period of 11 months.

1. PROJECT MANAGER.
Reporting to the Director of Projects, the project manager will have the overall responsibility full-time for
the general day to day operation of the project.

Experience and Qualifications.
• University degree or relevant qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in project management• Experience at working both independently and in a team orientated collaborative environment• Ability to bring project to successful conclusion• Can conform to shifting priorities demands and timeliness through analytical and problem solving
capabilities.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with considerable knowledge in computers• Demonstrated ability to maintain close counterpart relationships with the partner community and the
government ministries

Responsibilities• Direct and manage project implementation• Define project scope ,goals and deliverables that support business goals on collaboration with senior
management team• Liaise with project stakeholders on ongoing basis

2. YOUTH PEER EDUCATION COORDINATOR
Reporting to the Project Manager the YPE coordinator will coordinate network nationwide youth peer
educators in implementing IEC and BCC interventions focussing on HIV & AIDS, targeting the youth.
The position will be a fifteen (15) months contractThe position holder will be charged with the responsibility of managing key portfolios including developing and managing Youth Peer Education initiatives, school-based interventions etc in 38 Districts in Kenya.

S/he will coordinate the development and implementation of activities targeting these portfolios and
monitoring them to ensure that activities are implemented in a timely manner, meet program quality
criteria, and yield expected results and liaising closely with related projects and partners to optimize use
of project resources and maximize impact. In addition She / he• Develop and implement quarterly work plans and budgets to ensure smooth operation of youth peer education initiatives.
• Provide BCC technical guidance for schools programs, ensuring that projects have capacity to
implement activities.
• Develop excellent working relationships with all critical stakeholders; share information as relevant,
and build synergies between activities, partners and the different components of the project as
pertains to youth peer education initiatives• Coordinate, monitor, record, and supervise distribution of Peer education IEC/training materials, manuals, and any other educational materials concerning youth; review materials and advise on the contents and relevance• Train youth groups on Peer Education ( as peer educator or Trainer of Facilitators) , Theatre-Based techniques in Peer education (i.e. Magnet Theatre skills) and facilitate the development of appropriate messages on HIV and AIDS to be used by the youth from low literate communities• Compile monthly progress reports of individual youth groups activities as well as prepare and/or write documents, reports and questions for the record related to the different locations.

Required Skills and competencies:
• Ability to work with youth groups in HIV and AIDS and Adolescent reproductive health programs
/issues• Evidence of excellent interpersonal, facilitation and team building skills/experience required• Possess pleasant personality, with strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, sociable, approachable, confident flexible, open minded & extrovert personality• Role model, mature person who is conversant with current youth and gender related issues• Experience working with adult and youth behavior change methodologies and their application to HIV/AIDS.
• Must have conducted 40 hours training in peer education

Required Qualification and Experience may include:
• Minimum BA/BSc. degree in social sciences, education, public health/ community health
development, international development or related field• At least 2 years experience and comprehensive understanding of HIV/AIDS program design
implementation and evaluation

3. IEC / BCC COORDINATOR.
Reporting to the project manager the IEC / BCC coordinator will charged with the responsibility of
implementing the project communication strategy leading to Positive behavior change among target
groups regarding prevention, treatment and care of SRH and HIV/AIDS

Duties and Responsibilities:-
• Coordinate Information, Education & Communication and Behavior Change Communication efforts
within the ten focal points• Support monitoring and evaluation of behavior change contextual domains• Coordinate development and dissemination of IEC/BCC materials• Support Radio programming within the ten focal project points
• Support Behaviour Change Communication print programming within the ten focal project sites• Design IEC and BCC Materials.
• Coordinate field pre-testing of IEC/BCC materials/items
• Support capacity building initiatives for community health workers and youth peer educators in the
ten focal points• Support development of youth peer educators and community health workers tools for community programming• Support networking efforts within the ten project focal points• Coordinate IEC Activities.
• Monitor positive behavior Change• Conduct client Exit interviews• Coordinate Focused group discussions in collaboration with the CBHCWs

Qualifications and competencies.
• Relevant university degree• 3 years experience in implementation of communication related activities and good understanding of SRH and HIV/AIDS related issues.

4. COMMUNITY BASED HEALTH CARE WORKER COORDINATOR – 2 POSITIONS
Reporting to the project manager,will be charged with the responsibility of working with the community
health care workers within the meaning of the community strategy.

Duties and responsibilities include:
• Coordinating the activities of the CBHWs• Creating a continuum of care between the community and the respective MSK facilities, the PPP referral network.
• Coordinate sociomobilsation activities with regard to creating demand for In reach SRH and HIV &
AIDS services.
• Coordinate Condom distribution activities
• Coordinate the distribution of IEC/ BCC materials in area of jurisdiction.
• Partake in IEC / BCC CampaignsQualifications and competencies.
• First degree in social sciences or equivalent qualification.
• Be a team player and able to work with minimum supervision.

5. DRIVERS – 3 POSITIONS
Reporting to the project manager,will be charged with the responsibility of He/She is to drive the team
members or any other persons requested in or outside Nairobi as required. He/She is responsible for
the maintenance and taking good care of his/her assigned vehicle, under the supervision of the Fleet
Supervisor

Duty and Responsibilities:-
• The driver needs to ensure that his driving license is valid at all times.
• Every driver is fully responsible for his/her vehicle.
• The driver has to be aware and follow driving instructions as required by the Kenya Driving
instructions.
• The driver will drive team members as instructed by an authorized team member.
• He will perform related tasks like making purchases, mail delivery, cheques delivery etc as assigned
by an authorized team member.
• He is required to give a hand to the different office departments when required.
• Ensure the correct loading and unloading of the vehicle, considering the maximum loading capacity,
proper distribution and securing of the load is adhered to.
• Adjusting the vehicle speed to the road conditions not forgetting the instruction illustrated on the
roads signs and to drive with consideration for the safety of the passengers, other road users, the
load and technical state of his car.
• Required to make the decision of whether or not to attempt to cross a difficult or unsafe section or to
continue after defect of the vehicle has been detected or to delay the travel.
• Ensure the safe parking of the vehicle at any time possible in the MSK compound or wherever the
vehicle maybe by ensuring all safety precaution like putting on the alarm of the vehicle at night, or
during breaks and when it is not in use.
• The above-mentioned responsibilities are not exhaustive of what could be required, therefore the
driver should bind himself/herself to them only.

Qualifications and competencies:
Education – Primary or Secondary School certificate
Professional – Have a valid licence for cars are required
Have some knowledge in the mechanical work of vehicles Have good knowledge of Nairobi and others parts of Kenya would be Added advantage Experience – 2 years and above Personal Attributes – Honest, hard working, team player and good communications skills.

Applications to be received by 21st December 2010 and sent to:DNA 797P.O. BOX 49010 00100 GPO Nairobi

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Marie Stopes International (MSI) is one of the largest international family planning organisations in the world.

We are a marketing focused, results oriented social enterprise that develops efficient, effective and sustainable family planning programmes in the UK and 43 countries around the world.

Every year MSI provides over six million people with high quality health services.

As an entrepreneurial business, we are always seeking to extend our services to the underserved and are now seeking an innovative leader to develop and expand Marie Stopes in Ethiopia, ensuring goals and objectives are met, whilst providing strong leadership to the well established team.

Taking responsibility for the successful and sustainable development of the programme, you will lead the team in implementing and extending the programme efficiently and effectively, while maximising the impact on the sexual and reproductive health of the population of Ethiopia.

A talented individual with significant programme management experience and proven capabilities in leading and developing a team, you will use your solid fundraising background to generate ongoing opportunities for your programme.

This post attracts an international (globally mobile) salary and benefits package.

Based in Ethiopia with some travel, we are offering you the opportunity to take your career to the next level. You must be pro choice on abortion.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website, www.mariestopes.org.uk quoting reference P1129.

Closing date: 8 December 2010.

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