Helen Keller International Program Officers - Every Child Thrives (ECT) and COVID-19 extension and VAS programs Jobs In Kenya
Helen Keller International Program Officers - Every Child Thrives (ECT) and COVID-19 extension and VAS programs Jobs In Kenya
Objective of the Project Officer Position: Ensure quality implementation of the project
Monitor Project Progress and document the achievements
Strengthen Coordination with project stakeholders
Facilitate timely provision of project supplies and commodities.
Specific Objectives
Ensure quality implementation of the project
Develop monthly activity workplan and track the progress regularly
Ensure activities are implemented within the approved budget
Develop quality monthly, quarterly and annual project performance reports to share with donors and relevant stakeholders
Ensure integration of project plans in the County health and nutrition annual work plan (AWPs) by actively participating in County planning and coordination meetings.
Monitor Project Progress, and Document the achievements
Track project performance and document achievements
Document human interest stories, lessons learnt and best practices from the project implementation for learning and duplicating in other project areas
Conduct day to day monitoring of the project and provide feedback to improve project performance
Plan and implement project data reviews, document findings and recommendations and work with counties to implement the actions agreed.
Organize project coordination forums with external and internal stakeholders**
Represent Helen Keller Intl in county coordination forums
Organize county project inception meetings, project planning, project closure meetings and other relevant forums that facilitate project implementation and feedback sharing.
Ensure effective communication and networking is developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration with the CHMTs and other partners within implementing counties**
Act as the focal communication point for the project in the counties assigned.**
Facilitate timely provision of project supplies and commodities
Through respect of Helen Keller procurement processes and procedures, make timely request for supplies and commodities as detailed in the project procurement plan.
Manage activity budget to ensure all expenses are within the approved limits and meet HKI standards regarding financial management, accountability, and good governance
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, public health or equivalent
At least five years’ experience in humanitarian programs
Excellent written and spoken English and Swahili.
Good knowledge of vitamin A supplementation and deworming programs
policies and strategies in Kenya.
Competencies
Demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation and operational research.
Demonstrated experience working with health care workers and community health volunteers.
Demonstrated experience in coordination and management of nutrition and health projects
Ability to analyze data and produce quality reports
Demonstrated experience in preparation of donors’ proposals, budgets, and reports
Able to priorities clearly, oversee multiple tasks, set clear objectives for staff
Knowledge of computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook;
Commitment to accountability principals and knowledgeable of quality assurance.
Knowledge of computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels.
Creative, open-minded, flexible, and self-learner.
Team Player with good interpersonal skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates to send their cover letter and a curriculum vitae to
krecruitment@hki.org. The deadline of application is 1st February 2021.
HELEN KELLER INTL:
DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, TEST, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).
DOES NOT ASK FOR INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
DOES NOT RECRUIT THROUGH ANY RECRUITMENT AGENCY.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individual with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need to request an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at the email above.
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