Closing date: August 8, 2021
About the role
The
Project Officer-Health & Nutrition is responsible for the overall
coordination, planning, provision of technical direction and oversight to local
partners implementing health and nutrition interventions in Christian Aid.
The role is responsible for contributing to the development of Christian Aid policy, strategy, thought leadership and communication under the Health stream of work.
To contribute to the representation of Christian Aid to external stakeholders on Health & Nutrition and undertake liaison and advocacy with County and National Government partners and officials on project activities and related health and nutrition issues. Coordinate and represent Christian Aid County and National authorities and ensure activities are carried out in line with National and County strategies as far as possible and their participation. (30%).To
be responsible for recommending grants to partners, and leading in project and
budget management in line with Christian Aid policies and procedures, that
ensures effective disbursement of funds to Christian Aid partners, ensures
funds are used for approved purposes, and ensures timely reporting based on
robust data on activities, outputs, and impact of the project and serve as a
resource person on capacity development activities on Health and Nutrition. The
project officer will ensure that projects are delivered on time and within
budget. (30%)
In
collaboration with the country manager and other support functions, assist
fundraising initiatives aimed at increasing the current project portfolio size
by providing information for proposal writing, seeking opportunities for
participating in consortia and representing the organisation in fundraising
forums. Contribute towards the development and dissemination of Christian Aid
Health & Nutrition work through publications (general, thematic sector,
academic) in consultation with other support functions. (30%)
Engage
in personal development for furtherance of Christian Aid Health & Nutrition
work including reading, training, mentoring and coaching among others (10%).
About you
The
role is based in Nairobi and is positioned in the Kenya Country Program team.
The role is key in leading in the delivery of Health & Nutrition project/s
within the relevant Impact area within the Kenya Country Program. The role has
the overall responsibility of leading and supporting partners to deliver
outcomes in increased community and county participation and engagement in
Health & Nutrition. The role holder will be required to travel
Further information
This
role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this
position is based.
We
value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome
applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of
race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Christian
Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person
connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour
including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct.
Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and
demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid’s Safeguarding policy and
sign Christian Aid’s Code of Conduct.
You
can expect a wide range of rewards, benefits and flexibility that will ensure
you enjoy a good work/life balance.
The Project Officer –
Health & Nutrition role profile details the specific duties and
responsibilities for this role’s desired requirements. Apply online ( Christian
Aid website ) https://jobs.christianaid.org.uk/vacancy/3370/description and upload an
updated CV and a one page supporting statement outlining concisely your
strengths, how these strengths can be leveraged on to deliver the leadership
anticipated above, and areas of personal development you are working