Project Coordinator Job in Oyugis Kenya


Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Kisumu dedicated to improving the reproductive health of men and women. 

NRHS has a variety of research projects, it runs support groups for PLWHA and MARPS, and it is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention in Nyanza Province.

Job Title: 
Mtoto Msafi II Study Project Coordinator
 
Location: 
Oyugis, Rachuonyo

Reporting to: Principal Investigator, NRHS Director

Contract Type: One year, renewable (project duration three years)

Salary: Commensurate with experience/education   

Job Description:
  • Oversee all aspects of the Mtoto Msafi II study of infant male circumcision scale-up for HIV prevention in Rachuonyo North and Rachuonyo South Districts.
  • Ensure adherence to study protocols.
  • Hire, train, and manage project team.
  • Prepare comprehensive timely project reports.
  • Represent NRHS and the Mtoto Msafi II Study to the MoH, Male Circumcision Taskforces, donors, and others as necessary.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor`s degree in a health-related field
  • Licensed health provider (nurse, clinical officer or medical officer)
  • Minimum of five years job experience, at least three in management
  • Previous research experience
  • Familiarity with the Kenyan health system and governmental structures
  • Fluency in spoken and written English
  • Excellent writing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
  • Computer literacy; capability in data management and analyses a plus
  • MPH or equivalent is preferred
Applications Should Include:
  • Cover letter detailing current work, prior experience and qualifications including the areas described above, telephone and e-mail contact
  • Current CV
  • Names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least 3 professional referees
Apply via email to humanresources@nrhskenya.org with the job title ‘Mtoto Msafi II Project Coordinator’ on the subject line.

 Applications submitted by midnight, 7th April, 2013 will receive priority.