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AMREF Jobs

Project Assistant DANIDA

Under the Child and Reproductive Health Programme with a funding from DANIDA

This project will focus on reproductive health/maternal, newborn and child health interventions working in collaboration with Ministries of Health.

The positions are based in Samburu, Turkana, Wajir, and Isiolo and report to the Project Manager.

Purpose of the Job: To assist in technical expertise and support implementation of project activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in co-coordinating and participating in planning and implementation of project activities.
  • Assist in the implementation of Community Health Strategy.
  • Assist in monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
  • Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project.
  • Assist in operations research and documentation.
  • Assist in organizing and conducting field visits and meetings with relevant partners and stakeholders.
  • Participate in development of new proposals and concept development for fundraising.
  • Assist in control and account for the use of project resources and assets.
  • Assist in managing relevant project financial transactions.
  • Provide administrative and logistical support to the project.

    Qualifications and Competencies:

  • The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Social Sciences or its equivalent.
  • Must be ICT proficient.
  • At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy NGO
  • Experience in monitoring and evaluation and implementation of community health strategy are necessary.
  • In addition the ideal candidate must have strong analytical, problem solving and networking skills.
  • Be a team player, good communicator and ability to work under minimal supervision.

    These are challenging opportunities 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/DANIDA/011/2012) 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 [at] amref.org

    The closing date for submitting applications is 7th May, 2012.

    We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.


    Project Manager DANIDA

    Purpose of the Job: To provide managerial guidance and technical leadership in the implementation and expansion of the project.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide overall leadership and project management through co-ordination and supervision in the implementation of project activities.
  • Facilitate MNCH programming.
  • Implement the project using the Community Health Strategy.
  • Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project activities including writing technical reports for donors as well as for internal purposes.
  • Facilitate capacity building activities for the project implementation team and other stakeholders.
  • Lead in operations research, document and share results for advocacy in order to influence relevant policies and practices.
  • Work with project staff to document and disseminate best practices and lessons learnt.
  • Manage project resources including staff, finances and assets.
  • Develop and promote partnerships and networking with relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to, donors, relevant Government of Kenya Ministries and NGOs.
  • Ensure project integration and growth by participating in country office and program meetings.
  • Participate in the development of new concepts and proposals for fundraising.
  • Represent AMREF in partners and collaborators consultative meetings.

    Qualifications and Competencies:

  • The ideal candidate should have a Masters Degree in Public Health or relevant Social Sciences with at least five (5) years relevant work experience.
  • A medical background will be an added advantage.
  • S/he must have vast experience in implementation of MNCH/RH and Community Health Strategy.
  • The person must be experienced in project management, operations research and have knowledge of monitoring and evaluation.
  • In addition the ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator, team player and have visionary leadership.

    These are challenging opportunities 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/DANIDA/010/2012) 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 [at] amref.org

    The closing date for submitting applications is 17th May, 2012.

    We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.


    Position: Project Officers

    2 Positions

    Reference Number: KCO/APCE/001/2012

    Duty Station: Nyeri and Meru, Kenya

    Key Responsibilities:-

  • Develop project activities with timely and regularly reviewed detailed work plans.
  • Co-ordinate and participate in planning and implementation of project activities.
  • Conduct trainings for Local Implementing Partners (LIPs) on care and support for OVC and people living with HIV/AIDS.
  • Support implementation of the MOPHS Community Health Strategy.
  • In liaison with the MOE support the implementation of comprehensive school health activities.
  • In liaison with the MOPHS, MOW and the Provincial Administration, support implementation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) activities.
  • Assist in monitoring and evaluation of project activities and report on impact.
  • Develop/adopt relevant materials to support field activities.Plan, implement and maintain records of field activities.
  • Manage activity budgets including processing relevant financial transactions.
  • Liaise with relevant partners, stakeholders and collaborators at activity level.
  • Participate in operations research within the project.
  • Participate in concepts development and writing of new concepts and proposals for fundraising.
  • Participate in capacity building activities, field visits and meetings with relevant partners and stakeholders to strengthen networks and partnerships.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project and participate in preparation of annual work plans and progress reports as per donor requirements.

    Qualifications and Competencies:-

    The ideal candidate should have a Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Nursing or relevant Social Sciences with at least four (4) years relevant work experience in health and hygiene activities.

    Must be ICT proficient.

    Must have vast experience in OVC and Home Based Care, WASH and School Health Interventions.

    Knowledge and experience in the implementation of various hygiene approaches/models e.g. SAFE, CLTS, PHASE, PHAST and PEC are essential.

    Must be experienced in the implementation of Community Health Strategy and school health policy guidelines.

    The person must be experienced in project management, operations research, monitoring and evaluation and designing and conducting community based trainings.

    In addition the ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator, team player and possess the ability to work under minimum supervision.

    These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.

    If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, please quote the position and reference number (KCO/APCE/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 [at] amref.org

    The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday, 22nd May, 2012.

    We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

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