Background information
The IIRR is an international development, research and training
organization with over 80 years of grassroots experience working in people‐centered and
sustainable development programs in Africa and Asia.
Regional Reproductive Health Project Coordinator
(Based in Kenya)
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Reproductive Health Project Coordinator will report to
the Africa Regional Director is responsible for providing technical support and
capacity building of the team for successful planning and implementation of
programme activities.
S/he will be responsible for ensuring management of the
Reproductive Health programme is executed in the three countries (Uganda, South
Sudan and Ethiopia) line with donor guidelines with the assistance of the
Regional Director and the respective Country Directors.
This position demands an ability to manage, organize and support
all aspects of the programme; including other agency liaison, training and
supervising staff.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide
technical guidance, training, resources and tools to RH related staff at
country level and field sites.
- Ensure
documentation of best practices, innovation and experience and
dissemination, knowledge, and use by IIRR and partners;
- Aggregate
data, analyze data and present in user-friendly format for distribution to
relevant representatives;
- To
assess the training needs of staff and develop a training programme to
meet these needs;
- Ensure
the establishment and strengthening or RH monitoring activities and train
health staff (IIRR and partners) in emergency obstetric case detection and
referral mechanisms;
- To
liaise, according with the Ministry of Health, Private sectors and other
agencies to ensure appropriate provision of service and use of resources;
- To
keep Country SRHR officers appraised of all activities and any
difficulties that may arise;
- To
report properly and in an appropriate time all relevant RH information
required for the comprehensive development of the PHC program;
- Maintain
proper systems of filing and ensure that the Project office has all
relevant technical material on site.
- Prepare
high quality and timely donor and management reports on grants and RH
activities;
- Design
and implement appropriate RH monitoring and evaluation systems; ensure
consistent reporting and analysis of results to enhance program
effectiveness and quality;
- Ensure
compliance with IIRR policy and procedures throughout the program team and
activities;
- Research
and communicate new approaches and best practices in RH programming; act
as IIRR representative in related RH in regional and international forums
and initiatives;
- Identify
programmatic gaps in the country programs and make recommendations on
addressing them;
- Take
on other special projects as negotiated with supervisor.
Qualifications:
Training in Public Health with a demonstrable technical expertise and working knowledge of Reproductive Health.
Experience:
Training in Public Health with a demonstrable technical expertise and working knowledge of Reproductive Health.
Experience:
- At
least 3 years progressive public health related international field
experience in RH in developing countries with a strong knowledge in
family planning;
- Proven
writing and editing skills, including the ability to write grant proposals
and reports;
- Experience
in designing and implementing trainings and TOTs and conducting M&E
activities;
- Experience
in representation and interaction with donors, government officials,
international organizations, and NGO representatives concerning health
issues and initiatives in complex humanitarian emergencies;
Competencies / Attributes / Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent
written & oral communication skills in a multicultural environment.
- Excellent
rapport building, networking and relationship management experience.
- Ability
to facilitate, maintain and manage goo d working relationships internally
& externally.
- Good
team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country
team;
- Appreciation
of and sensitivity to local culture.
- Ability
to set priorities between competing demands for resources.
- Manage
own tasks and priorities effectively and with minimal supervision.
Reproductive Health Project Officers
(Three Positions)
(Based in Ethiopia, Uganda & South Sudan)
Job Summary
Job Summary
Health is a basic right for all. Health impacts on work, school
and family life.
The Reproductive Health Project Officers will play the vital
role of coordinating and facilitating implementation of Sexual and Reproductive
Health activities with a particular focus on women and youth work
activities.
S/he will liaise with other partners in providing information
and access to information on family planning and the delivery of services at
community facilities.
The Reproductive Health Project Officers will report directly to
the Program Managers at Country level on management issues and technical
matters to the Reproductive Health project Coordinator.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
- At
country level, Coordinate assessments, planning, implementation and
evaluation of innovative RH interventions in community settings
- Developing
culturally-appropriate SRHR education materials
- Ensure
that IIRR SRHR program is working to improve quality and scale up of RH
services including support for postnatal contraception counseling
particularly for youths (female and male)
- Plan
and prepare proposals for potential program/donor funding and/or
contribute to health program proposal development as well as budgeting.
- Conduct
situational analysis on unmet needs in Reproductive Health particularly
amongst vulnerable youth and women in targeted communities and work with
the rest of the health team to design and implement innovation approaches
to address these.
- Mobilize
the target communities and help create/strengthen CBOs relevant for the
promotion and provision of SRHR products and services.
- Ensure
that all RH Documentation of best practices.
- Ensure
that there is community advocacy mobilization being conducted by partners
to support the uptake of RH services
- Ensure
planning and preparation of monthly and quarterly activities and reports
Qualifications:
A first degree with experience in public health, health education, communications, behavioral or social sciences, or related field
Experience:
A first degree with experience in public health, health education, communications, behavioral or social sciences, or related field
Experience:
- Minimum
of 3 years’ experience desired in areas of public health, sexual health,
or sexuality.
- Experience
in planning, providing and coordinating sexual and reproductive health
projects and trainings a plus
- Experience
working in both hospital and community settings is an advantage;
- Prior
experience working in the project target areas is a plus
- Knowledge
of the local language in the project area is a plus
Competencies / Attributes / Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent
written & oral communication skills in a multicultural environment.
- Excellent
rapport building, networking and relationship management experience.
- Ability
to facilitate, maintain and manage good working relationships internally
& externally.
- Entrepreneurial
drive, passion, and ability to help share the organization’s marketing
strategy.
- Strong
desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural
setting;
- Displays
cultural, gender, religion and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Ability
to produce accurate and well documented records conforming to the required
standard;
- Must
be a team player and demonstrate leadership skills;
- Ability
to organize and prioritize work efficiently and observe confidentiality.
- Manage
own tasks and priorities effectively and with minimal supervision.
Special working conditions:
The incumbent may have to work odd and/or long hours at a time
to complete special requests for projects.
Commitment to the realization of team goals, objectives and
targets.
Interested candidates are to apply by email.
Interested candidates are to apply by email.
Indicate the country of preference in your application with an
up to date CV and cover letter including contacts of 3 referees and current
remuneration package.
Closing date for applications is 28th December 2012 before 5pm to:
Human Resources and Administration Officer,
International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,
Africa Regional Center,
Closing date for applications is 28th December 2012 before 5pm to:
Human Resources and Administration Officer,
International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,
Africa Regional Center,
P. O. Box 66873-00800,
Nairobi
Email
To: recruitment@iirr.org.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
