Program / Grants Assistant, Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Officer, County Manager - Jhpiego NGO Jobs in Kenya

Jhpiego is a nonprofit global leader in the creation and delivery of transformative health care solutions for the developing world. In partnership with national governments, health experts and local communities, we build health providers’ skills and we develop systems that save lives now and guarantee healthier futures for women and their families.

Jhpiego is the implementing partner for the East Africa Accelerator Hub for The Challenge Initiative (TCI) – known as Tupange Pamoja in East Africa. The project is funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGFJ through The Bill & Melinda Gates Institute for Population and Reproductive Health.

TCI is an ambitious program that leverages a matching challenge fund mechanism to provide incentives for the rapid scale up of urban family planning programs through a framework of accountability measures, demand-driven participation of partners, and technical support via at least four regional accelerator hubs.

We are seeking experienced individuals with excellent management and technical skills, who are team players, dedicated, hardworking, innovative, highly-motivated and able to work in a high-pressure environment requiring multi-tasking abilities.

County Managers

(3 Positions)

(Based in Nairobi, Mombasa and Migori)

Reporting to the Kenya Country Lead, the County Manager will ensure technical, programmatic and financial planning, execution and monitoring of county program designs and TCI activities in the designated county.

Roles and Responsibilities:

·         Build the capacity of the county to implement high-impact interventions through TCI’s technical coaching approach, including rolling out TCI University tools within the designated county.

·         Support county MOH Program Implementation Teams (PITs) to landscape, prepare, review, implement and modify county program designs and budgets.

·         Facilitate, review and synthesize county activity/monthly/quarterly data and progress reports.

·         Ensure quality and fidelity of implementation of TCI interventions by PITs.

·         Coordinate and manage county trainers, coaches and Sisi-Kwa—Sisi teams including mentoring of these teams.

·         Conduct and support advocacy and marketing of the TCI model to appropriate stakeholders within the county and work with local FP/TCI champions within budget cycles to ensure continued FP resource commitment(s).

·         Support the county to leverage and coordinate with other FP stakeholders and implementers.

·         Foster intra— and inter—county sharing of best practices.

·         Participate in the local government Technical Working Groups (TWGs).

·         Work with country/local TCI AYSRH Officers to effectively deploy AYSRH interventions in participating counties.

Qualifications:

·         Degree in Public Health, Nursing or related field. Post-graduate training is an advantage.

·         Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience providing FP service delivery services in a complex donor-funded program.

·         Experience working in Government or Donor-funded programs (experience with USG-funded programs is an added advantage).

·         Experience in family planning programming, working with MOH and devolved County Governments’ staff and systems, particularly in the area of family planning.

·         Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills.

·         Strong programming and technical skills, and has sensitivity to and understanding of the beneficiary population.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Officer

(Based in Nairobi)

Reporting to the Kenya Country Lead, the MER Officer will assist in the development, implementation and management of the monitoring, evaluation and research requirements of the Tupange Pamoja Initiative In Kenya. S/he will work closely with program, technical and MOH staff to maintain monitoring and evaluation frameworks that are accurate, up-to-date and comprehensive.

Roles and Responsibilities:

·         Support MER Initiatives for TCI including monitoring data quality, tracking the progress of activities, and contributing to staff capacity building initiatives.

·         Provide technical support for review and Implementation of the TCI M&E framework.

·         Provide technical support for implementation of data utilization Initiatives.

·         Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies/mechanisms/processes to Improve TCI East African Hub ability to collect, interpret and aggregate data to demonstrate Impact and enhance program accountability.

·         Support program staff on proper documentation, organization and capture of program progress.

·         Provide M&E mentorship and coaching to county teams and TCI program staff during various stages of TCI Implementation.

·         Routine analysis of RH/FP Indicators.

·         Routine sharing of TCI East African Hub program results and learnings with hub and TCI implementing counties through innovative approaches.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Health Records, Public Health or Social Sciences with demonstrated expertise in research methods.

·         Have a minimum 3 years relevant monitoring, evaluation and research working experience in demography or family health-related disciplines or implementation sciences.

·         Experience in collecting and analyzing health program and research data.

·         Demonstrated experience in working with international donors and foundations and success in grants management is a plus.

·         Recent experience working with statistical/database software such as SQL, SPSS, STATA.

·         Demonstrated experience working with MOH systems including the DHIS-2 and data collection systems for example mobile based platforms such as 00K.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Program / Grants Assistant

(Based in Nairobi)

Reporting to the Kenya Country Lead, the Program/Grants Assistant will help manage the administrative, financial, logistical and programmatic tasks required for the program.

Roles and Responsibilities:

·         Coordinate and support program, financial, contractual, monitoring, and administrative functions of the Tupange Pamoja team such that activities are implemented according to plans and in a timely fashion.

·         Assist in preparation, monitoring and tracking of project budgets under guidance from the Kenya Country Lead/Finance Manager.

·         Assist program and administrative staff and consultants to produce letters, documents, reports, presentations and materials for distribution (including word processing, basic data analysis, photocopying, etc.).

·         Support the Finance and Grants teams in tracking and maintaining expenditure records for both program and grantees.

·         Assist in organization of meetings, field visits, and other project activities: maintaining the project management calendar and keeping it up-to—date; and gathering technical updates for program planning, training, components of evaluations and other studies on related programs including documenting project lessons learnt.

·         Maintain a program filing system, both electronic and hard copy, for the office and ensure that final program documents and grants documents are appropriately stored

·         Perform other programmatic, secretarial support and administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure smooth
functioning and achievement of project goals as required.

Qualifications:

·         A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Accounts/Finance or Business—related degree with at least two years’ experience in a similar or related position.

·         Ability to work in an efficient and prompt manner in areas of correspondence, logistics for local and international travel, filing and record—keeping.

·         Basic understanding of accounting/finance processes.

·         Experience working in a busy office; strong organizational skills; and able to handle multiple tasks with minimum supervision and deal with pressure.

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send application & CV with 3 referees to the following email address: HR.Kenya@jhpiego.org or at our website www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com by 15th October 2018.

Indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity.

Persons with disabilities and other minority groups are encouraged to apply.

FACES Nyanza Registered Nursing Officers and Registered Clinical Officers Jobs in Kisumu Kenya

The office of the County Medical Directors of Kisumu, Homabay and Migori in collaboration with Family Aids Care and Treatment Program, for the purpose of supporting and strengthening HIV/AIDS services in the three counties, is seeking to employ motivated, hard working and pro-active individuals to fill the following vacancies in the MOH / FACES Program.
 Job Titles and Vacancy Numbers
1. Registered Nursing Officers (8) Vacancy NO: MOH/FACES-01-13.
2. Registered Clinical Officers (12) Vacancy NO: MOH/FACES-02-13.
 Duty Stations: Kisumu East, Suba, Mbita, Rongo, Nyatike and Migori Districts.
Reports to: The facility in-charges, head of departments in collaboration with District program
Coordinators / officers.
Duration: Annual Renewable Contract
 Must have a mean grade of C plain and above in K.C.S.E.Both registered clinical and nursing officers must have a diploma from Kenya Medical Training College in their respective fields.Nursing Officers should be trained in ART Adherence counselling, have skills and knowledge in counselling in the context of HIV/AIDS.At least one year experience in HIV clinical care including anti retroviral.Must be registered with relevant boards and posses a valid practising licence.Must be a team player, motivator with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Must have the ability to multi task, resolve problems and be very flexible.Those with computer skills will have added advantage.Must have interest in working in innovative and demanding rural facilities.Offer treatment and care services to the patients within the facility.Offer HIV counselling, care and support to the patients at the facility level.Complete and maintain relevant registers and forms as required.Compile necessary reports at the right time as stipulated.Maintain patients „confidentiality.Maintain good relationships with the community and other facility staffs.Assist in follow up of the laboratory results.Attend facility meetings and CMEs.Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.Applications should include the following:A cover letter and current CV with names and telephone contacts of at least 2 referees.Copies of academic and professional certificates.Your e-mail address and telephone contacts.All the applications should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address on or before 4.00 pm 19th July, 2013.
The County Medical Director's Office, (Former Provincial Medical Office) 6th Floor,
P.O Box 721-40100,
Kisumu,
 Note: Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Marie Stopes Mombasa Nursing Home Registered Community Health Nurse Job in Kenya (KShs 32K)

Role: Kenya Registered Community Health NurseDuty Station: Marie Stopes Kenya Mombasa Nursing Home, Mombasa.
Contract Type: Fixed Term- 2 Years (subject to renewal upon availability of funding)
Salary: Kshs.32, 000 Gross Pay.

Key Responsibilities
 

Client counselling:  Provide comprehensive client counselling on reproductive health, other various services and other health matters.Client satisfaction:  Taking necessary steps to ensure that all centre clients are treated with sensitivity, respect, and consideration.  If complaints are raised, be able to effectively manage and resolve them.  Refer promptly to the Centre manager fort management if client complaint continues or is of a serious magnitude.Maintaining the highest possible standard of client care by providing quality care to all clients.Implementing a smooth, efficient client flow which will reduce clients waiting time.Monitoring and evaluating client care continuously and recommending adjustments as necessary.Educating and giving information to clients and their relatives regarding family planning and other health related issues.Supplies Management:  Taking steps to ensure that stock is dispensed and counted accurately, that stock cards are updated continuously and waste and spoilage of stock (ie expired stock) and stock outs is minimised.  Ensure full participation in stock counting and ordering activities at the centre (including outreach, the laboratory, the main store and dispensing cupboard supplies). Timely alerting of the centre manager of low stock or discrepancies in stock counts / orders received.Security and building maintenance:  Taking necessary steps to ensure that risk to all Marie Stopes Kenya assets are minimised, and that the centre building and vehicle are maintained in a sound and secure way.a)  Client treatment: All nursing and midwifery staff shall:Administer drugs prescribed in the correct dose, the correct route and at the correct strength for the client, gives injections in a safe manner using aseptic techniqueAssists with Norplant & IUD insertion, MVA procedure, Pap Smear, Tubal Ligation and Vasectomy procedures. (Registered Midwives/Comprehensive Nurses may be trained to insert IUD, Norplant, VCT and to conduct MVA procedure)Provides antenatal, post natal care, emergency deliveries (midwives), immunisationFollows STI treatment protocols correctlyAchieve high uptake of appropriate FP methods by clients following counsellingTaking necessary steps to ensure that the highest standards of reproductive health and family planning services are achieved, as laid down in the Marie Stopes Partnership Manual (including HIV/AIDS services) .Nurse providers should conduct weekly checking of essential equipment and promptly inform the centre manager of their current status, and follow up repairs or maintenance required of equipment.Carrying out all nursing procedures (as laid down in the procedure manual).Maintaining high standards of cleanliness at the centre.Practicing every known measure of infection prevention.Storing sterile instruments according to the protocol.Preparation of theatre/ labour ward for specified procedures.Maintaining instruments and equipments e.g. to avoid rusty items.Ordering medical supplies in good time to avoid shortage.Ensuring proper storage of medical supplies.Assisting the doctor in relevant procedures.Nurse providers are responsible for the cleaning and sterilisation of instruments and supplies (gauze and cotton wool) in the Centre and Outreach.c) Vocal Local, Infection Prevention, Emergency Preparedness:With guidance from the Centre Manager, all nurse providers must familiarise themselves with Marie Stopes Kenya protocols and actively implement all the necessary tasks to achieve the highest standards.  4. Record Keeping and Reporting
a) Organisation’s Clients:  Ensure that company clients are attended to promptly; claim forms are completed accurately with correct costs calculated on forms.
b) Record keeping and reporting:  Taking necessary steps to ensure that accurate records are kept in the Centre, and that timely accurate reports are submitted to the Centre Manager. All records handled by the nurse provider including client register, client cards, receipt books, must be updated daily and have complete details.  Records at the centre are the property of MSK, client records must be kept confidential at all times.  Prices charged to clients must be as per MSK price list.Ensuring confidentiality of centre records.Maintaining accurate records.Collecting of data and production of reports as needed by Operations/Financial Team.c) Budgetary control: Taking responsibility for costs to be contained within the approved annual budget.  Striving for income from services to meet or exceed budgeted targets.
 Community Outreach: Nurses and midwives will participate fully on both centre and outreach activities on a rotational basis. Feedback on community outreach activities to be provided to the Centre Manager in timely basis.Promotion: Fully participates on planned promotional activities including MSK social marketing activities.Promoting the clinic through information and education programmes organized for individuals and groups at every available opportunity.Strengthening marketing activities.Diploma in Nursing from a recognised medical institution.Registered by the nursing council and possession of a valid practice license.One year experience in a busy institution.Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees should be submitted to: People and Development Dept using pd@mariestopes.or.ke
NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject the position applying for ‘Registered Nurse’
Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

Marie Stopes Eastleigh Nursing Home Paediatrician Job in Nairobi Kenya

Duty Station: Eastleigh Nursing Home, Nairobi.
 Salary / Wages: 40% of consultation fees billed per client

Key Responsibilities

Attend to and review the babies born in the Marie Stopes Kisumu Nursing home/hospital as need arises while safeguarding quality of these services in the centre.Be on a-24 hour standby/on Call to attend to all paediatric Emergencies/complications in the hospital, and taking lead in the management and decision for referral of such complicated/emergency cases as necessary.Attend to All assisted deliveries/ALL babies born through caesarean Section in the Nursing Home, review, treat and advice on management as appropriate.Plan and organise for a monthly review and discussion of all neonatal/infant mortalities with the centre teams within the Nursing home with an aim of learning lessons and adapting to the best practice of care.Called on an ad hoc basis to support the centres by planning and conducting continuous medical education (CMEs) to the centre teams on specific and chosen subjects as needed with an aim of updating and learning current and important practice in care.Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and MMed (Paediatrics) degrees from a recognized University.Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Board with a valid practice license.Must be computer literate.Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees should be submitted to: People and Development Dept using pd@mariestopes.or.ke
NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject the position applying for ‘Consultant Paediatrician’
Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

Marie Stopes Eastleigh Nursing Home Cook Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 20K - 25K)

Duty Station: Eastleigh Nursing Home, Nairobi.
 Contract Type: Fixed Term - 2 Years (subject to renewal upon availability of funding)
 Salary: Kshs.20, 000 – 25,000 Gross Pay.

Key Responsibilities

Planning, costing and preparing menus for patients.Ensuring production of timely, safe and quality meals.Ensuring hygiene and cleanliness is maintained at all times in the kitchen.Controlling stocks in the kitchen and raise requisitions as and when required.Compiling weekly and monthly reports as required.Ensuring timely supply and quality of goods and services.Ensuring that machines and other equipment are used correctly and are always in good working condition.Ensuring health and safety policies are adhered to.Ensure superior Customer Experience to all internal and external clientsDiploma in food and beverage production.Food handlers certificate from the relevant government hospitalAt least 3 years relevant experience.Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees should be submitted to: People and Development Dept using pd@mariestopes.or.ke
NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject the position applying for ‘Cook’
Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

Marie Stopes Eastleigh Nursing Home Medical Officers Jobs in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 3K - 4K per Six Hour Shift)

Duty Station: Eastleigh Nursing Home, Nairobi
 Salary / Wages: KShs.  3,000 to 4,000 per Six Hour Shift
Medical Officer’s main role is to perform medical procedures at the Nursing Home and to maintain the high clinical standards expected by Marie Stopes Kenya.
 Overall quality inputs into service delivery, including running full out-patient clinic/ obstetric unit and providing surgical procedures as laid down in the protocols.Taking calls at the nursing home as might be required.Proper use of medical equipments and supplies and for notifying the centre manager of needs for repair, maintenance or replacements etc.Ensuring that team members provide effective health care.Actively following organizational criteria for assessment of medical/ client care.Carry out medical audit as frequently as possible.Relating to other departments as required by medical inputs e.g. laboratory, pharmacy etc.Proper counseling of clients and being responsive to their needs. Recognition potential medical problems and dealing with or refer them as appropriate.Responsible for reporting all complications in writing within or before the end of the day.On-Job-Training of other service providers and team members.Preparing and participating fully in Continuous Medical Education (C.M.E.)Responsible for follow-up and treatment of client in regard to any minor or major complicationsBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of SurgeryMust have completed 1 year of internship in a busy hospitalMust be registered with the Medical Practitioners and dentists board.Must be computer literate.Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees should be submitted to:People and Development Dept using pd@mariestopes.or.ke

NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject the position applying for ‘Medical Officer-Locum’
Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer