Impact Research and Development
Organization (IRDO) is a registered Kenyan NGO with a main office in Kisumu and
regional offices in 10 counties of Kenya.
IRDO’s principal mandate is to
design, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS research and intervention programs that
improve the health status of individuals and local communities.
We are looking for qualified and
experienced personnel to fill in the following position from October 2015.
Field Coordinator – Community Outreach Services
Job Summary: Deputize the KPs Program Coordinator and oversee
the implementation of community outreach services targeting Key Populations as
per the set National Guidelines/standards.
Reports to: The KPs Program Coordinator
Location: Based at Tumaini DiCE Kisumu, with frequent field
visits to support 5 other DiCEs.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Deputize the KPs Program Coordinator
- Ensure the provision of quality community
outreach services, closely working with Field Assistants and Peer Educators.
- Oversee the provision of interventions on harm
reduction among people who inject drugs
- Collaborate and network with relevant partners
and stakeholders to enhance service delivery to KPs within the community.
- Supervise Field Assistants and Peer Educators
and take appropriate action to ensure efficient and effective services are
delivered within the community
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Social Sciences or health
related field from an institution recognized in Kenya
- At least certificate training on Drugs and
Substance Abuse from a recognized institution.
- Must have HTC training from NASCOP recognized
institutions.
- Experience of harm reduction programming,
working with people who inject drugs
- Possess at least 3 years supervisory
experience in HIV prevention programs, preferably in a busy NGO.
- Preferably, should have training and practical
experience in Key Populations Intervention.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office packages,
report writing and presentation skills.
Submit applications, complete with
CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone numbers of
three professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the
undersigned not later than 4th October 2015.
The Human Resources Manager
Impact Research and Development Organization
P.O. Box 9171 - 40141
Kisumu.
