Program Officer Job in Kenya

Background: OGRA Foundation is a tax-exempt Kenyan Non-governmental Organization registered in 2004. It is one of Western Kenya’s leading Non-Governmental Organizations active in 4 counties, namely Kisumu, Vihiga, Siaya and Homa-bay.  

OGRA Foundation, in partnership with Ministry of Health and ICAP of Columbia University is currently implementing a comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment Project in Muhoroni Sub-County, Kisumu County. 

This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 
 
OGRA Foundation is currently looking for able professional to fill the following position in the organization:
 
Program Officer 
 

The position is based in Kisumu with frequent travels to Muhoroni Sub-County.

Overall Job Function: The Program Officer will plan and perform day-to-day implementation of HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment and TB Services at supported facilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Planning and implementation of HIV Prevention Care and Treatment and TB services at supported facilities
  • Provide on-going supervision of TB and HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment Programs
  • Co-ordinate mentorship of facility staff
  • Participate in quality assurance/quality improvement of TB and HIV programs
  • Assist in program monitoring and evaluation
  • Preparation of budgets, work plans, reports and other technical papers
Requirements:
  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
  • You should be registered by the relevant Professional Board.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in HIV programming
  • Familiarity with the operations of Ministry of Health in Kenya
  • Clinical experience of HIV medicine
  • Experience working with an NGO will be an added advantage.
 Application Procedure
 
Interested applicants are invited to send their applications detailing current and expected salary and a CV with contact details of three referees to the:

Human Resource Manager
OGRA Foundation
P.O. Box 3050-40100
Kisumu 


(clearly marking the application with position applied for.)

Applications can also be emailed to recruitment@ografoundation.org with the position applied for as the subject line by Friday 24th July 2015 latest 12 noon.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

OGRA Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.