FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated
to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions.
Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition,
Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and
Technology, creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s
interrelated development challenges.
Chief of Party / Project Director
Reference: FHI360-PD-079
Position Summary:
The Chief of Party (COP) will be the project’s senior supervisor
and will oversee all aspects of performance for a public health project in
Kenya.
Under the supervision of the Country Director, the COP will
serve as the project’s principal contact point for funder, government, civil
society, and implementing partners.
The COP will supervise and oversee project staff and
consultants.
S/he will have overall responsibility for ensuring that
procedures are established and adhered to for activity development,
implementation, monitoring, evaluation, procurement, budgeting, and financial
accounting.
S/he will provide overall supervision of implementing partners
and ensure timely progress against schedules, achievement of deliverables, and
quality of results.
Minimum Requirements:
·
PhD in relevant field with 7-9 years of experience;
·
or MS/MA/MPH in international development, public health or
related field with 9-11 years of relevant experience with at least 5-7 years of
senior-level project management experience, preferably in Kenya or East Africa;
·
or BS/BA in public health or related fields with 11-13 years
relevant experience with at least 8 years senior-level experience in
coordinating development efforts in public health.
·
Experience managing US government-funded projects with sub
awards to local partners is highly preferred.
·
Experience living and working in Kenya preferred; Kenyan
nationals are encouraged to apply.
·
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, lead teams, make
high-level decisions, and navigate politically-sensitive terrain.
·
Familiarity with US government programming, rules and
regulations;
·
Experience working with an international non-governmental
organization (NGO) preferred.
·
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Senior Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation
Reference: FHI360-STOME-080
Position Summary:
The Senior Technical Officer (STO), Monitoring and Evaluation
(M&E) will lead the design and implementation of a comprehensive M&E
plan and activities for a public health project in Kenya, focusing specifically
on systems for collecting data to measure project implementation,
effectiveness, quality assurance, documentation and reporting.
The position overseas implementation of data management and
M&E activities in accordance with guidelines stipulated by the funder and
the Government of Kenya and regularly updates project staff on progress towards
implementation of the work plan and designing methods for demonstrating program
outputs, outcomes and impact.
Minimum Requirements:
·
Bachelor’s degree in social science or public health with 7-9
years relevant experience or Master’s degree with 5-7 years relevant
experience.
·
Must have at least 5-7 years of experience in managing and
executing M&E activities for donor-funded programs.
·
Computer proficiency in word processing, databases,
spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following
programs: SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, Stata, and MS Access.
·
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead
a team.
·
Experience with US government-funded programs and reporting
requirements is an advantage.
·
Proven experience in public health-related research and/or
surveillance is a plus.
·
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Finance Manager
Reference: FHI360-FM-081
Position Summary:
The Finance Manager will provide overall financial management
for a public health project in Kenya.
Responsibilities include monitoring project finances, preparing
project budgets, managing financial reporting to clients, ensuring adherence to
funder rules and regulations, coordinating with headquarters on financial
information, providing financial technical assistance to develop the capacity
of FHI 360 partner organizations and entities in the country, and acting as a
resource for project staff on finance-related issues.
Minimum Requirements:
·
BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or related field, and 7- 9 years
combined experience in accounting/budgeting management;
·
or MS/MA/MBA with 5 - 7 years combined experience in
accounting/budgeting management.
·
Must be a CPA (K).
·
Strong working knowledge of computer programs: Microsoft Word,
Excel, etc.
·
Experience managing US government funds.
·
Experience working with an international organization an added
advantage.
·
Good planning and organizational skills.
·
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all
levels of staff and public.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package and is an equal
opportunity employer. Interested candidates are encouraged to register online
through FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter where a detailed
Job description will be availed.
Alternatively you can apply via email to: Kenya-HR@fhi360.org
Please specify source in your application and quote the
Requisition ID provided on the subject line while sending your application,
CV/resume including salary requirements, to be received not later than December
9, 2013.
Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.
Offers are contingent upon receipt of award and funder key
personnel approval.
