Project
Officer - Social Behavior Change & Communication
Purpose of
the Job:
To provide technical support in the implementation of Behavior Change and Communication activities, identify and design appropriate strategies to address barriers to SBCC change.
To provide technical support in the implementation of Behavior Change and Communication activities, identify and design appropriate strategies to address barriers to SBCC change.
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Providing technical support to the Community Health Workers
(CHWs), Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs), TBAs and District/County
health teams to design BCC services in line with each county needs.
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Developing strategies to address local beliefs and practices
that hinder uptake of ANC, new born care practices and maternal health and
nutrition by working with TBAs, CHWs, and CSOs.
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Providing capacity building for various teams to enable them
design and implement effective MNCH activities.
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Targeting men and elders who enforce the cultural practices that
prevent women from receiving modern health care BCC messages.
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Identifying and engaging with custodians of culture and work
with CHWs and TBAs to advance adoption of key MNH practices at community level.
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Working with partners to mainstream/address underlying issues
including gender, human and legal rights, and harmful traditional practices
among others.
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Support the Local Implementing Partners (LIPs) and
District/County Health Teams in translation of key IEC materials into the local
languages.
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Assist in preparation of quality monthly, quarterly and annual
reports relating to the project as per donor requirements.
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Provide technical support in development and writing of concepts
and proposals for research, documentation and fund raising.
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Support in the development/adoption of SBCC tool kits
Qualifications and Competencies:
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The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Social
Sciences its equivalent.
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Must be ICT proficient.
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At least four (4) years relevant work experience in BCC and
health promotion field.
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The candidate should have proven abilities in mainstreaming
gender, human and legal rights.
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Experience in community mobilization, advocacy and collaboration
with key stakeholders are essential.
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Should be a team player, work under minimum supervision and a
good communicator.
This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly
motivated professionals.
If you
would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health for Africa,
please quote the position and reference number (KCO/MI/004/2012) in the subject
matter and send your CV and application letter which should include
remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees,
to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
We regret
that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
Project
Officer - MNCH &Community Health Strategy
Purpose of the Job:
To provide technical support to ensure effective establishment and implementation of the Community Health Strategy in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation.
Purpose of the Job:
To provide technical support to ensure effective establishment and implementation of the Community Health Strategy in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation.
Key
Responsibilities:
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Work with the DHMTs in conducting a rapid assessment of
community units in the counties.
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Support and advice on the implementation of the Community Health
Strategy and Community Systems Strengthening.
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Develop and implement work plans, monitor and evaluate
performance.
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Disseminates project information by preparing and disseminating
project reports on a regular basis.
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Coordinate the functions and operation of a Community Units.
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Provide Support supervision in collaboration with the CHEWs to
CHWs.
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Facilitate training and support CHEWs, CHCs, CHWs and CSOs.
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Support the reorientation of the TBAs into their new role as
referral champions.
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Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports
relating to the project as per donor requirements.
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Provide technical support in development and writing of concepts
and proposals for research, documentation and fund raising.
Qualifications and Competencies:
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The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Public Health,
Social Sciences or Community Health and Development.
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Must be ICT proficient.
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At least four (4) years relevant work experience in a health
promotion field.
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Experience in community mobilization and implementation of
Community Health Strategy.
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Ability to build strong networks with key stakeholders is
essential.
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Should be a team player, work under minimum supervision and good
communicator.
This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly
motivated professionals.
If you
would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health for Africa,
please quote the position and reference number (KCO/MI/003/2012) in the
subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include
remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees,
to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
We regret
that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
Monitoring and
Evaluation Officer - Child & Reproductive Health Programme
Purpose of the Job:
To provide M&E technical expertise and support project activities and implementation of the project strategy.
Purpose of the Job:
To provide M&E technical expertise and support project activities and implementation of the project strategy.
Key Duties
and Responsibilities:
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Participate in strengthening existing M&E systems in the
project, program and AMREF Kenya Country Office levels.
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Take lead in data capturing, reporting and QA/QC using
monitoring tools to track project indicators.
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Write performance reports and ensure performance targets are
met.
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Provide technical input in the review of reports and participate
in field assessments.
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Take lead in program surveys, organizing and facilitating
quarterly, semi-annual and annual project review meetings with program staff
and partners and giving feedback on M&E activities.
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Support project implementation team to document and disseminate
lessons learnt and best practices.
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Ensure program integration and growth by participating in
meetings and conferences.
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Participate in operations research and documentation.
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Participate in concept note and proposal development for fund
raising.
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Provide support supervision in collaboration with the CHEWs to
the CHWs.
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Train and offer support supervision to data entry clerks.
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Ensure Continuous quality improvement (CQI) in the community
level interventions.
Qualifications and Competencies:
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The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Statistics,
Social Sciences or its equivalent. Professional training in M&E and
at least four (4) years relevant work experience.
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Experience in operations research will be an added
advantage.
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Must have hands on experience in statistical analysis packages -
STATA; SPSS, Epi info.
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Excellent quantitative and qualitative
methodologies.
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Skills in Quality Assurance and Control (QA/QC), experience in supervising
Research Assistants, excellent report writing skills.
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Must be a team player, good communicator, ability to work under
minimum supervision
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This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly
motivated professionals.
If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring
lasting health for Africa, please quote the position and reference numbers
(KCO/MI/002/2012) in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter
which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three
work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to
recruitment@amref.org
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
We regret
that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
Project
Manager - Child and Reproductive Health Programme
Purpose of the Job:
To provide managerial guidance and technical leadership in the implementation of the project.
Purpose of the Job:
To provide managerial guidance and technical leadership in the implementation of the project.
Key Duties
and Responsibilities:
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Provide overall leadership and project management through
co-ordination and supervision of the implementation of project activities.
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Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project activities
including writing technical reports for donors as well as for internal
purposes.
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Facilitate capacity building activities for the project
implementation team and other stakeholders.
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Lead in operations research/research, documentation and share
results for advocacy in order to influence relevant policies and practices.
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Work with program staff to document and disseminate best
practices and lessons learnt.
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Manage project resources including staff, finances and assets.
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Develop and promote partnerships and networking with relevant
partners and stakeholders including but not limited to donors, relevant
Government of Kenya Ministries and NGOs.
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Ensure project integration and growth by participating in
country office and program meetings.
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Participate in the development of new concepts and proposals for
fundraising.
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Represent AMREF in partners and collaborators consultative
meetings.
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Write timely performance reports and ensure performance targets
are met.
Qualifications and Competencies:
The ideal candidate should have a Masters Degree in Public Health or relevant Social Sciences discipline with at least five (5) years relevant work experience.
The ideal candidate should have a Masters Degree in Public Health or relevant Social Sciences discipline with at least five (5) years relevant work experience.
Must be
experienced in project management, operations research & documentation,
advocacy, monitoring & evaluation, Community Health Strategy, social
behavior change & communication, networking, people management skills
including mentorship/coaching and partnership management.
In
addition the ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator, team player,
ICT proficient and have visionary leadership.
Must be
able to write reports and keep records, excellent communication and
interpersonal skills and ability to work well with the public and in a team.
This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.
This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.
If you
would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health for Africa,
please quote the position and reference numbers (KCO/MI/001/2012) in the
subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include
remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees,
to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 20th July 2012.
We regret
that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
