Project Officer- Health – Global Fund HIV/TB
Location: Turkana
Additional services to the beneficiaries includes Family Planning,
Emergency Contraception, HIV Testing Services (HTS), STI screening and
treatment, TB screening and treatment, ART services, PAC, Cervical cancer
screening and treatment etc. The program will utilize an integrated model to
ensure maximum realization of results
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Location: Turkana
Ensure successful implementation of Global Fund HIV programme
through a cash plus project to reduce the risk of HIV among adolescent girls
and young women (AGYW) aged 10-24 years in Turkana County.
The service package for the Adolescents & Young Persons (AYP),
in this project will include comprehensive health education on Adolescents
Sexual Reproductive Health (ASRH), information, risk assessment and counselling
on safe behavior as a minimum package of services to promote the adoption of
HIV prevention behaviors and service uptake.
The Project Officer must be able to effectively communicate World
Vision’s Christian ethics and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that
serves as an example to others.
Responsibilities
Project Implementation 40%
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Implementation of the Global Fund HIV project by working with the
county team to ensure proper planning and implementation of HIV, Adolescents
Sexual Reproductive Health interventions.
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Engage with county teams to ensure successful implementation of
AYP package and enhance prevention of HIV among AYP
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Work with the county, health facilities and local structures to
ensure that community awareness on HIV.
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Work with local structures to foster positive knowledge, attitudes
& practices by community members on up take of HIV prevention among
Adolescents Girls and Young Persons.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) 30%
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Utilize Global Fund HIV Project, national and county M&E tools
and follow on set targets and timelines of reporting and documentation.
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Participate in the project assessments, designs, and monthly
Planning and review meetings.
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Ensure that the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and
Learning framework is in place and fully functional. This will include ensuring
that all the project sites have Activity and Indicator tracking trackers that
are being adhered to
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Prepare and submit timely and quality weekly, monthly, quarterly,
annual and other relevant reports as per the requirements of Global Fund HIV
Project.
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Disseminate the relevant HIV information to the community members
and relevant stakeholders for necessary action.
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With accountability team, maintain a functional feedback mechanism
Engagement, Networking and Coordination 25%
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Work with the County Technical working group, HIV networks and MOH
for technical direction and leveraging of resources to strengthen the health
systems to achieve HIV eradication at the County level.
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Work with other NGOs, CBOs , FBOs, Units, Committees and Groups in
Turkana County who are implementing HIV interventions for synergy and
achievement of bigger impact and sustainability
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Facilitate community members to identify issues related to HIV and
support community advocacy to enable the relevant stakeholders to take
appropriate action towards the attainment of better health and protection
status among Adolescents Girls and Young Persons.
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Support and attend stakeholder’s forum related to interventions.
Others 5%
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Participate in daily devotions and other organizational meetings
as required
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Effectively manage other assignments as may be delegated to you by
the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or
self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
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A degree in Nursing Sciences , Clinical Medicine, Public health
and Environmental health, Social Work or their equivalent.
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Diploma in Clinical medicine, Nursing and Public Health but with
specific four years’ experience in HIV&AIDs programming could be considered
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A minimum of 3 years working experience in HIV community programs
with BIAS on Adolescents and Young Persons
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Experience in HIV & AIDS prevention, Advocacy and strong
partnership with GoK ministries
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Familiarity with the Global Fund HIV Programming and
implementation guidelines will be an added advantage.
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The holder of this position must be a results orientated who can
handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times
conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands.
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Experience of working with National and County government
structures
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Experience in dealing with international donors, international
organizations, the corporate sector and/or large multi-mandate development NGOs
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Computer proficiency in use of MS Office ((Excel, word, PowerPoint
etc)
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Training, facilitation, mobilization skills and Good relational,
analytical and problem solving skills
Key Competencies/Attributes:
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Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with
minimum supervision
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Ability to work closely and establish positive relationships with
local community leaders, Health sector leaders, vulnerable youth and the
community.
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Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks,
short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
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Aware of and sensitive to working in multiple socio-economic
settings and with multi-cultural groups
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Energetic and positive attitude with strong interpersonal and
intrapersonal skills
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Excellent program communications skills and thorough understanding
of knowledge management approaches and mechanisms
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Excellent presentation skills, verbal and written communications
skills
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Flexibility and team approach to programmatic work
How to Apply
For more information on the job and application procedure, please
visit: http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-africa and
submit your online application including a detailed CV, current and expected
salary, with names of three referees. Application deadline is July 11, 2018 at
midnight. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
World Vision is a child focused organization and upholds the
rights and wellbeing of children. Our recruitment and selection procedures
include screening and background checking for child abuse related offenses.
World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.
World Vision does not use employment agencies nor does it charge
money for recruitment, interviews, or medical checks. More information about
vacancies can be found on our official careers page https://careers.wvi.org/.
Program Officer Weconomy
The
position is responsible for leading on new initiatives that WVK will be
implementing related to ‘bottom of the pyramid’ (BOP) business development,
start up business support, impact investing through the Weconomy Programme, and
youth empowerment initiatives.
The
officer will also support the strategic direction and implementation of
branding World Vision Kenya and coordination of technical engagement;
intelligence research on corporate donor strategies, products focus and
forecasts, prepositioning for solicited and unsolicited opportunities and
generate set annual Local grants income for World Vision Kenya.
In
order to successfully do so, the ADP Manager must be able to effectively
communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of
spiritual life that serves as an example to others.
Responsibilities
Weconomy Project (s) Engagement and Resource Acquisition 45%
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Coordinate the overall engagement of the Weconomy initiatives as
per the terms of reference designed between WVK and WV Finland
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Promote and nurture partnerships with corporates and international
companies during and after implementation process
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Identify corporate donor priorities and intelligence on possible
opportunities
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Ensure the delivery of resources according to planned Weconomy
targets; also align this initiative with other RAM activities and ensure
collaboration and support
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Identify potential business and engage other partners to
participate in the Weconomy Programme in Kenya
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Communication and collaboration with World Vision Finland and
other partners in Weconomy programmes
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Ensure continuous engagement and networking with relevant
stakeholders of Weconomy project(s)
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Prepare work plans/action plans regular reports and updates, risks
issues and lessons learned logs on Country specific Weconomy work in
coordination with RAM team, concerned WVI staff, implementing partners and
stakeholders.
Market Research and Intelligence on Donor Perspectives and
Changing Landscapes 30%
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Participate in technical donor working groups and related upcoming
innovative research platforms
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Participate in technical forums for innovations and research
findings
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Attend international conferences, exhibitions and other Weconomy
cross-learning sessions
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Explore opportunities especially for youth and women focused
engagement in relation to Weconomy and other international foundations
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Identify universities and other research institutions for
technology transfer
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Participate in research, development and implementation of new
initiatives that make RAM function more efficient and effective
Capacity Building, Monitoring & Documentation for Enhanced
WVK Brand 20%
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Increase awareness of World Vision’s brand and work among the
public, corporates through the print and broadcast news media.
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Work closely with communications teams, other departments and
partners to develop and disseminate corporate marketing materials.
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Participate in the production of communications resources for
World Vision web and social media outlets with focus on Weconomy
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Support the status reporting and stability of media relations
campaigns of the Weconomy project-oriented work efforts.
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Educate both internal and external teams and partners on Weconomy
concept as platform of fundraising
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Any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor
Qualifications
The
following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education,
prior experience or on-the-job training:
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Bachelor degree in Economics, Business or related field
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Post graduate qualifications in Economics or International
Business Development or related field will be an added advantage
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A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the area of business
management and corporate affairs
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Prior experience in working with private sector companies and
networking with business entities, government and non-governmental
organizations.
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Effective interpersonal, communication and reporting skills,
including ability to build relations with external and internal Stakeholders.
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Proficient in computer applications.
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High level of cross-cultural interpersonal skills, personal
maturity, and proven ability to influence multiple stakeholders towards a
common purpose
Other Competencies / Attributes:
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Strong commercial skills and communication competency, with
ability to understand the constraints under which corporations and community
works.
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Highly developed planning and analytical skills, with ability to
critically assess new projects and develop new concepts in consultation with
corporate and community based organizations and institutions.
How to Apply
For
more information on the job and application procedure, please visit: http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-africa and
submit your online application including a detailed CV, current and expected
salary, with names of three referees. Application deadline is July 12, 2018 at midnight. Only short-listed
candidates will be contacted.
World
Vision is a child focused organization and upholds the rights and wellbeing of
children. Our recruitment and selection procedures include screening and
background checking for child abuse related offenses. World Vision is an equal
opportunity employer.
World Vision does not use employment agencies nor does it charge
money for recruitment, interviews, or medical checks. More information about
vacancies can be found on our official careers page https://careers.wvi.org/
Supply Chain Officer
World Vision Kenya is a leading Christian relief, development and
advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and
communities to overcome poverty and injustice.
Our programmes are spread across ¡n most parts of Kenya.
We are seeking highly competent and outstanding individual to fill
the Supply Chain
Officer position based in Nairobi.
How to Apply
For more information on the job and application procedure, please
visit: http://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-africa and
submit your online application including a detailed CV, current and expected
salary, with names of three referees.
Application deadline is July 12, 2018 at midnight.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
World Vision is a child focused organization and upholds the
rights and wellbeing of children. Our recruitment and selection procedures
include screening and background checking for child abuse related offenses.
World Vision ¡s an equal opportunity employer.
World Vision does not use employment agencies nor does it charge
money for recruitment, interviews, or medical checks.
More information about vacancies can be found on our official
careers page https://careers.wvi.org/