Program
Description:
The
Research Care and Training Program (RCTP), is a collaboration between Kenya
Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco
(UCSF) and University of Washington (UW).
RCTP is seeking motivated individuals to fill the following vacancies for integrated Community Case Management of pneumonia, Malaria, diarrhea in Children under 5 years project.
County Project Officer- Child and Health Services
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Duty Station: Kisumu with frequent travel to Homa Bay County
Duration: 18 Months, starting July 1, 2013
Vacancy No. FN-031-05-2013
Opening
Date:
28-05-2013
Closing
Date: 12-06-2013
Job Summary
Responsible for providing technical leadership to the field level, day-to-day implementation of to the iCCM project.
Oversee
the implementation of the iCCM Project initiatives by CHW’s and the partners
MOH and UNICEF to improve the accessibility, utilization and quality of child
health services at the community level
Duties & responsibilities
- Provide
technical support and supervision to project assistants of the iCCM
project.
- Coordinate
capacity building of MOH health workers and CHEWs at project supported
health facilities through training on Community strategy and iCCM related
trainings.
- Coordinate
capacity building of CHW’s at project supported health facilities, and
community units through training on Community strategy and iCCM related
trainings.
- Support health
data management at the District Health Office and the project supported
facilities and community units.
- Support all
community-based activities including outreaches, Community dialogue days,
and encourage community participation in monitoring and demanding for
quality health services.
- Coordinate and
conduct monthly and quarterly coordination meetings by and with CHEWs,
CHW’s and DHMT meetings on iCCM and other aspects related to the project.
- Contribute to
documentation of the project lessons to enable learning from the action.
- Network and
collaborate with the existing partners on the ground
- Support the PI
in other research projects.
- Work closely
with the principal investigator to produce reports on the county set
indicators.
- Document finding
and recommendations of field visits for follow-up action
- Prepare
quarterly, biannual and annual tabular and narrative reports.
Minimum
Qualifications
- Bsc. Nursing,
Environmental Health or Social science. Masters in Public Health will be
an added advantage
- In-depth
experience and understanding of Infant and young child health and survival
interventions in rural areas.
- At least Four
years field experience, preferably with an NGO and or MOH.
- Experience in
writing professionals reports and data analysis;
Key
Competences
- A broad range
experience of health services support services including logistics,
financial management among others
- Strong
background in training and capacity building.
- Ability to find
solutions to complex problems in a challenging environment.
- Strong computer
skills particularly Microsoft Office and data analysis packages.
- Experience
working in drug/commodity supply management
Sub County Project Officer - Child & Health Services - (6 Positions)
Reports to: County Project Officer
Duty Station: One each in Homa Bay, Nthiwa, Suba, Mbita, Rachuonyo North, and Rachuonyo South Districts
Duration: 18 Months, starting July 1, 2013
Vacancy Number: FN-032-05-2013
Job Summary
Responsible for providing technical leadership at the district level, day-to-day implementation of to the iCCM project.
Oversee
the implementation of the iCCM Project initiatives by CHW’s and the partners
MOH ,UNICEF, and WHO to improve the accessibility, utilization and quality of
child health services at the community level
Duties & responsibilities
- Coordinate
capacity building of MOH health workers and CHEWs at project supported
health facilities through training on Community strategy and iCCM related
trainings.
- Coordinate
capacity building of CHW’s at project supported health facilities, and
community units through training on Community strategy and iCCM related
trainings.
- Support health
data management at the District Health Office and the project supported
facilities and community units.
- Support all
community-based activities including outreaches, Community dialogue days,
and encourage community participation in monitoring and demanding for
quality health services.
- Coordinate and
conduct monthly and quarterly coordination meetings by and with CHEWs,
CHW’s and DHMT meetings on iCCM and other aspects related to the project.
- Contribute to
documentation of the project lessons to enable learning from the action.
- Network and
collaborate with the existing partners on the ground
Minimum
Qualifications
- Bsc. Nursing,
Environmental Health or Public Health or equivalent.
- In-depth
understanding of community Health Strategy
- In-depth
experience and understanding of Infant and young child health and survival
interventions in rural areas.
- At least Two
years field experience, preferably with an NGO and or MOH.
Key
Competencies
- A broad range
experience of health services support services including logistics,
financial management among others
- Strong
background in training and capacity building.
- Ability to find
solutions to complex problems in a challenging environment.
- Strong computer
skills particularly Microsoft Office packages.
Statistician (1 Position)
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Duty Station: Kisumu with frequent travel to Homa Bay County
Duration: 18 Months, starting July 1, 2013
Vacancy Number: FN-033-05-2013.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and
implement program tracking databases and in support of program monitoring
and evaluation activities
- Train data entry
on database use and maintenance
- Generate data
reports on county level activities, both routine and as requested (with
coordinator vetting and approval)
- Conduct data
entry and encounter form completion quality audits for data quality assurance
purposes
- Provide data
quality assurance feedback to district managers and staff for
decision-making and improvement purposes
- Detecting Data
inconsistency using STATA syntax which merges data from different
databases and checking for outliers and doing data cleaning
- Generating
summary report on recruitment and enrollment of the clients and working
hand in hand with the study coordinator in generating site reports and
developing and modifying database to suit easy Data capture
Key
Statistical Tasks
- Organizing and
directing the collection, processing, analysis and publication of
statistical data on various subject matter relevant to the project
- Designs
worksheets, table formats, charts and supervises their presentation.
- Documents
methodologies and procedures used in the compilation and analysis of data,
as well as data sources and limitations of estimates and guidelines for
their use.
- Applies
statistical techniques and methods in the processing and analysis of data.
- Studies, adapts
and applies international recommendations and guidelines for the
compilation of specific bodies of statistics
- Prepares and
publishes statistical and technical reports and research paper
Key
Requirements
- Strong academic
qualifications in the Social Sciences, Statistics or Mathematics as
evidenced by possession of a university Degree from recognized University
- At least 3 years
experience in statistical work at the professional level.
- Any equivalent
combination of experience and training.
Other
requirements:
- Knowledge of the
theory, systems and application of statistical research methodology.
- Knowledge of
STATA statistical software applications
- Working
knowledge of the principles and recommendations for the compilation of
Population and Social Statistics including Household Surveys.
- Ability to
compile, correlate and analyse data and arrive at sound conclusions.
- Ability to
represent findings and conclusions effectively in appropriate tabular,
graphic and written formats.
- Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional
colleagues, public and private sector officials and regional
professionals.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Duty Station: Kisumu with frequent travel to Homa Bay County
Duration: 18 Months, starting July 1, 2013
Vacancy Number: FN-034-05-2013.
Job Summary:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for data Management in the ICCM project.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for
ensuring that all the required data related to the ICCM implementation are
captured using the ICCM database;
- Review the
completeness, accuracy and timeliness of data reported by project officers
and CHWs and CHEWs
- Analyzes the
data to inform program implementation
- Work closely
with the principal investigator to produce reports on the county set
indicators.
- Document finding
and recommendations of field visits for follow-up action
- Prepare
quarterly, biannual and annual tabular and narrative reports.
- Assist the
County and sub-county iCCM Coordinator in preparing programme/project
status reports and documenting lessons learned in specific technical areas
for wider dissemination/use.
Minimum
Required Qualification and Experience:
- MSc. Statistics/
Social Sciences or Public Health. Bsc. holders in similar specializations
with Four years experience will also be considered.
- At least three
years experience with NGOs or other organizations, including significant
experience developing and managing monitoring health system.
- Experience in
writing professionals reports and data analysis;
- Good
interpersonal and communication skill;
- Team Player
- Ability to
speak/ write in English and must speak the regional language.
- Proficient in Ms
Office Computer packages and data analysis.
Finance and Administration Officer
Reports to: County Project Officer
Duty Station: Kisumu with frequent travel to Homa Bay County
Duration: 18 Months, starting July 1, 2013
Vacancy Number: FN-035-05-2013
Job Summary:
To provide Administrative, and Financial and HR support and leadership to the project.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Program budget
preparation and implementation.
- Cash Flow
Management and ensuring that funds are availed for program operation as
required.
- Processing
payments, internal control & supervision of petty cash payments
- Coding, Account
Management, and wire transfers.
- Provision of
efficient and effective administrative support to all study areas.
- Provide
administrative and Human Resources management support for effective
implementation of program operational plans and goals
Minimum
Required Qualification and Experience:
- B.com.
(Finance/Accounting option) or equivalent
- CPA (K) or
Equivalent
- Proficiency in
MS Office
- Minimum of 4
years experience in a busy organization
- Team Player
- Good
interpersonal and communication skill
- Ability to speak/
write in English
Applications
should include the following:
- A cover letter
with current position and salary (if applicable), and date available
- A current CV
- At least two
letters of recommendation
- Copies of
official certificates
- Copy of the
latest pay slip
- Names and
telephone contacts of at least 3 referees
- An email address
and a telephone number (land line or mobile)
All
applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by
hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following
address by 12-06-2013: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org
Human Resources Manager
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu
Please write the Vacancy Number indicated in the advert.
Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing
will lead disqualification