Prevention Program Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Prevention Program Officer

Project :
WRP Mil-Mil PEPFAR Program 

Location: Nairobi

Job Purpose: The WRP Mil – Mil PEPFAR Program seeks to fill the position of Prevention Officer:
  • To increase technical capacity for comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention programming and implementation of Evidence-based Behavioral Interventions (EBIs).
  • To provide technical support to KDF in implementation & roll-out of evidence-informed combination prevention including adaptation, package, capacity building/TA, and especially sustainability to the HJF HIV/AIDS prevention partners within Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, Kenya Navy and their civilian dependents.
Post Holder Reports To: Program Prevention Manager

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop a framework to ensure all prevention activities are aligned to PEPFAR and additional policies
  • Support the implementation and roll-out of nationally approved EBI standards at partner sites
  • Provide technical support and supervision to implementing partners and their personnel
  • Provide capacity building support to implementing partners on EBIs
  • Participate in systematic adaptation process for EBIs
  • Provide project management support to the Kenya Defense Forces
  • Any other duties assigned
Skills and Competence:

Minimum Qualification:
  • Bachelors Degree in social sciences from a recognized university
  • At least 2 years experience working in HIV/AIDS prevention programming and implementation of Evidence-informed Behavioral Interventions (EBIs)
  • Fluency on National Policies and Guidelines in HIV prevention
  • Facilitation skills and knowledge of adult learning techniques
  • Understanding of PEPFAR Technical guidance requirements on EBIs
  • Ability to process written reports and must have strong computer skills in spreadsheets and database software
  • Training and/or experience in project management and Research/Basic Program Evaluation; data analysis and interpretation would be an added advantage
  • Ability to work both on a team and independently
How to apply:

All applications including a current CV, daytime telephone contacts should be sent to:

The Director, WRP Mil-Mil PEPFAR Program, P. O. Box 29893 - 00202 Nairobi, on or before June 14th 2013.

Please note:

  1. The engagement for the position will be on a period of one year renewable on mutual agreement.
  2. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview. Candidates who canvas will automatically be disqualified.