CPHD Programs Director NGO Jobs in Kenya
CPHD Programs Director NGO Jobs in Kenya
Organization Center for Public Health and Development (CPHD) is a non-profit organization from Africa working to improve health systems through training and other innovations in the region.
CPHD combines local capacity with global knowledge to empower public and private health sector workers to improve access to better quality health services for the people they serve. What makes CPHD unique is its insight and capacity. It brings together local experts from clinical, public health and technical fields who best understand the problems on the ground and international partners, who bring in the global perspective and resources. Together, they design and implement solutions that are appropriate and sustainable. Today, CPHD is leading a number of innovative projects in the region that seek to fast-track attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
Position Objective
Working closely with the Executive team, Senior Management Team and all the relevant stakeholders, the Project Director is expected to successfully ensure effective management of donor funded projects. The role will also deputize the Executive Director
The role requires an experienced and dynamic individual with first hand international development experience, international donor expertise and highly developed writing and communication skills. The role is varied and offers the opportunity to develop internal and country specific donor strategies, engage donor representatives, lead project designs including teaming and support in developing first class proposals and budgets to build internal capacity.
Key Responsibilities
Program/Project Development Oversight and Support
Ensure CPHD programming and investment priorities are implemented by maintaining and oversight of all current programmes and projects
Support in proposal designing and writing and coordinating relevant teams and consultants during this process
Ensure that all donor projects are managed strictly according to donor contracts and requirements
Identify new donors or stakeholders whose goals are aligned in CPHDs future
Actively lead the development of high caliber proposals , ensuring they are in harmony with CPHD strategic plans and within the agenda of health systems strengthening
Oversee and ensure the professional and efficient roll out and implementation of donor funded projects ensuring compliance with donor guidelines
Review and ensure that all donor reports are of highest standard and that they are submitted on time
Ensure highest quality of service/ activity levels of all funded projects
Ensure the project teams are highly motivated and well supported
Measure
All existing projects are implemented as per work plans and budgets
Increased number and value of successful follow on awards made by existing donors
Increased number and value of successful proposals led by teams and smooth coordination of relevant teams involved in proposal design
Number of improved or new systems or tools in place that facilitate program management and development efforts
Representational
Develop high level association and maintain ongoing contacts with key stakeholders, partners and international donor community
Actively represent CPHD in all appropriate stakeholders meetings and conferences
Manage and close negotiations with key stakeholders
Measure
CPHD representation at all key forums, roundtables and conferences in Kenya and regionally as required
Others
Deputize for CPHD Executive Director in his absence and otherwise as
required
Line management on CPHD project management teams and all relevant consultants
Play an active role in CPHD senior management team
Ensure unquestionable levels of integrity are maintained
Link, train and harmonize different departments of the organization to work efficiently together in order to meet donor requirements and achieve CPHD goals
Qualifications
Minimum of five years senior management experience
Minimum of two years management in an international context
Postgraduate Degree in the relevant field
Experience
Significant programming and business experience in a developing country context
Significant senior management experience including working with government and institutional donors
Extensive project cycle management experience
Significant external relations experience
Results – based management experience
Experience in developing and maintaining work relationships with donors, foreign governments and development partners
Skills
Strong relationship management skills and negotiation skills
Significant experience in securing high value contract from donors including bilateral donors
Experience in working with the Kenyan government health system
Proven abilities in working with multiple sectors and stakeholders to achieve programmatic and financial results.
Knowledge of/experience with programs that are health oriented
Demonstrated technical management, supervision and leadership experience, especially related to team building and mentoring a diverse and multicultural staff
Excellent analytical, organizational and creative problem solving thinking skills
Comfortable working in a fluid and complex environment
Attitude/ Motivation
Successful performance for this position will not simply defined in terms of achievement, but equally is about ‘how’ the staff member goes about his/her job and the impact it will have to others. This will be:-
Initiative
Thinking ahead and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution
Innovative
Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome
Effective Communication
Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise.
Responsive
Being responsive to changing priorities and demands
Working Efficiently
Planning, prioritizing and organizing work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met
Sharing Information
Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality
Focus on Learning
Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further
Commitment
Awareness and understanding of goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements
Driven
Drive and determination to deliver results
Accountable
Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behavior you demonstrate
Embracing Change
Openness to embracing change within the organization and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly
Motivated
Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximize potential
How to Apply
Kindly send your Curriculum Vitae ,cover letter and academic certificates to
hr@cphdev.orgon or before 19th February 2021.
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