Catholic Medical
Mission Board (CMMB) is a Global NGO in Kenya working in collaboration with
Kenya Episcopal Conference (KEC) and the Christian Health Association of Kenya
(CHAK).
CMMB is seeking
to recruit a Field Officer to support the implementation of the activities of
the Global Fund Program in Gem district.
Job Title: Field Officer
Duty Station:
Kisumu office
Department:
Programs
Reports To:
Program Manager
Job Purpose /
Summary
Reporting to the
Program Manager, the Field Officer will serve as a team member and responsible
to support and ensure implementation of Service Delivery Areas (Interventions)
under the GF RD 10 program in Gem district.
Specific Duties
and Responsibilities:
·
The Field officer will support the implementation of the GF RD
10 activities in the districts of coverage.
·
Plan and Coordinate the community mobilization for participation
in the PMTCT, HTC, and PLHIV outreaches.
·
Strengthen referral systems between clinical service providers
(health facilities) and other PMTCT, HCBC care and support service providers
through the Community Units.
·
In collaboration with CHEWS actively monitor and supervise CHWS
performance and compliance to required standards
·
Ensure planning and coordination of monthly meetings of CHW’s in
the respective sites and ensure timely submission of their reports
·
Represent CMMB in stakeholder’s meetings/forums within the
supported district.
·
Support the M & E Officer to collate relevant data from the
health facilities and from the community (CHWs) and be able to utilize it and
conduct routine data quality check.
·
Prepare timely monthly, quarterly and ad hoc project reports
from the area of coverage and submit them on a timely basis to the Project
Coordinator and M & E Officer to aid in preparation of the main program
report.
·
Conduct monitoring visits in project implementation sites
conjunction with the CHEWS and the DHMT
·
Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
and Competencies:
·
A minimum of a Diploma in Community Development and Social Work
or related qualification from a recognized institution with a minimum with
proven working experience in community work.
·
Strong understanding of HIV/AIDS programs
·
Experience in implementing HCBC and PMTCT programs will be an
added advantage.
·
Understanding and proven Knowledge of working with Government
Ministries and agencies.(MOPHS,MOMS,NACC etc)
·
Computer literacy is mandatory.
Please submit
your cover letter, CV with three referees and copy of testimonials to
kmwendwa@cmmb.org and copied to hochieng@cmmb.org to be
received on or before Friday, 19th November 2013.
Late applications
will not be considered.
Female applicants
are highly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
