AMREF - Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor - Nairobi, Kenya

AMREF is the largest indigenous health development non governmental organization based in Africa.

AMREF works with and through African communities, health systems and governments, and aims to close the gaps that prevent people from accessing their basic right to health.

With headquarters in Kenya, AMREF has programs in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, South Sudan and South Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website www.amref.org

AMREF is seeking to fill the following positions for an anticipated USAID funded project.

The project aims at supporting integrated service delivery and addressing the social determinants of health primarily in the areas of HIV/AIDS, malaria, family planning and tuberculosis, MNCH, water and sanitation, and a number of interventions related to the social determinants of health.

Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor

Ref. No:- KCO/HR/082/2011

Stationed in Nairobi with occasional travel to project sites.

Purpose of the Job

The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will have the primary responsibility for the design, planning, and supervision of the implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities that measure the overall performance of the project against set objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on policy design and analysis.
• Advise and assist in the establishment of a multifaceted monitoring and evaluation system in consultation with all key actors and stakeholders, looking at all key elements of the system.
• Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of analytical reports.
• Advise and co-ordinate relevant training for all stakeholders in M&E skills including participatory aspects.
• Generate and implement annual performance monitoring plans, liaise with USAID Strategic Information Team and with MOH counterparts in order to design interventions that support strengthening of monitoring capabilities in the health system.
• Designing and then commissioning consultants to conduct surveys and special studies.
• Support project implementation team to document and disseminate lessons learnt and best practices.

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences or its equivalent.
• Significant experience in developing and utilizing monitoring and evaluation systems for large scale health sector related integrated health programs, preferably USAID funded.
• Experience in overseeing the development of data management systems
• Demonstrated understanding of the Kenyan health system at the national, regional and district levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to translate and communicate research findings to policy makers, program managers, donors and other stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.

If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number in the email subject matter, send your up-dated CV and an application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya by email to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is 07th January 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non smoking environment policy

AMREF - Finance Manager - Nairobi, Kenya

AMREF is the largest indigenous health development non governmental organization based in Africa.

AMREF works with and through African communities, health systems and governments, and aims to close the gaps that prevent people from accessing their basic right to health.

With headquarters in Kenya, AMREF has programs in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, South Sudan and South Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

AMREF is seeking to fill the following positions for an anticipated USAID funded project.

The project aims at supporting integrated service delivery and addressing the social determinants of health primarily in the areas of HIV/AIDS, malaria, family planning and tuberculosis, MNCH, water and sanitation, and a number of interventions related to the social determinants of health.

Finance Manager

Ref. No:- KCO/HR/081/2011

Stationed in Nairobi with occasional travel to project sites.

Purpose of the Job

To provide financial management services for the project spearheading financial management, control and forward planning for finances in line with the set project and donor guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead person within the project team for all financial matters and will be expected to liaise with the project team and other members of the finance department concerning all project financial issues.
• Consistently review the project finance needs on a regular basis and make recommendations for changes to ensure best practice and provide regular capacity building of finance skills to all existing and newly recruited staff.
• Supervise the preparation of accurate and timely monthly floats ensure clear internal audit trails as well as the preparation/maintenance of accounts for external audits.
• Work with the head of project and technical staff to develop and co-ordinate the annual work plan and budgeting process in compliance with donor regulations.
• Ensure that donor requirements, policies and procedures are met across the project as well as the timely preparation of cash top up requests to the project in collaboration with the relevant teams.
• Advise the project of any changes/developments in government policies, statutory and legal requirements in Kenya with regard to the finance function.
• Maintain an overview of AMREF policy, systems and procedures relevant to finance and ensure that developments are communicated and implemented appropriately through regular reviews.
• Ensure that the project effectively meets the financial planning, monitoring, and reporting needs of the donor.
• Advise project staff on donor contract requirements and provide training on financial management, record keeping, operational systems and policies.

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of Masters Degree in Finance/Accounts or its equivalent.
• Must be a CPA (K) or ACCA finalist.
• Over ten years of proven extensive, work experience in the field of finance.
• Financial experience in US Govt funded projects in an international non-governmental organization will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.
• Experience in Sun Accounting System will be an added advantage.
• Posses well developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations.
• Good negotiation, diplomacy, communication, planning and coaching skills will be a requirement for this role.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.

If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number in the email subject matter, send your up-dated CV and an application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya by email to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is 07th January 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy

My Expert Desk Services - Admin Secretary - Kisumu, Kenya

My Expert Desk Services, a leading business process outsourcing firm based in Kisumu is looking to recruit a vibrant and intelligent Admin Secretary.

Responsibilities:

1. Updating online profiles
2. Bidding for projects
3. Distributing assignment
4. Submitting reports to clients
5. Oversee projects deadline
6. Produce admin reports
7. Handling incoming and outgoing calls
8. Handle clients queries
9. Manage interviews

Qualification

• A minimum of C plain in KCSE
• Training in secretarial duties/ project management OR office administration
• Certificate in computer basics
• Proficiency in MS office suite
• Work experience as a project secretary OR admin secretary is added advantage
• MUST be willing and ready to work up to late hours.

Applications should be sent to jobs@ myexpertdesk.com or hand delivered to;

Admin
My Expert Desk Services,
Opanga Building Second Floor,
Lower Ogada Street
P.o Box 3110 Kisumu 40100
Tel: 057-2021501

Website: www.myexpertdesk.com

Email: info@myexpertdesk.com

Deadline: 30th December, 2011

AMREF - Chief of Party - Nairobi, Kenya

AMREF is the largest indigenous health development non governmental organization based in Africa.

AMREF works with and through African communities, health systems and governments, and aims to close the gaps that prevent people from accessing their basic right to health.

With headquarters in Kenya, AMREF has programs in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, South Sudan and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

AMREF is seeking to fill the following positions for an anticipated USAID funded project.

The project aims at supporting integrated service delivery and addressing the social determinants of health primarily in the areas of HIV/AIDS, malaria, family planning and tuberculosis, MNCH, water and sanitation, and a number of interventions related to the social determinants of health.

Chief of Party

Ref. No:- KCO/HR/080/2011

Stationed in Nairobi with frequent travel to project sites

Purpose of the Job

The Chief of Party will be responsible for overall strategic leadership and oversight to the project. S/he will ensure timely and efficient delivery of project’s results. S/he will be responsible for co-ordinating partners, programme planning and review, stakeholder engagement, financial and people management, and donor reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall strategic and programmatic leadership and oversight within the consortium of project partners
• Ensure that project activities are meeting client and stakeholder expectations and that project results are pro-actively disseminated.
• Provide oversight of all project operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with USAID requirements and regulations.
• Work closely with the USAID and Government counterparts, to ensure the project effectively complies with the USAID and GOK objectives, rules and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with the policy and legislative requirements of USAID as stipulated under the Agreement.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to project technical staff in a range of HIV and AIDS interventions, ensure synchrony and collaboration between technical staff from the various partner organizations and work with them to bring ideas, findings, and lessons learned to project leadership and the donor agency.
• Responsible for timely preparation of annual work plans and reports to the donor.
• Supervise, mentor, manage and motivate staff for optimal performance of the project.
• Responsible for co-ordination and collaboration with partner and key stakeholders.
• Document and disseminate programme achievements and lessons
• Manage project resources including staff, finances and assets.

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of Masters Degree in Public Health or its equivalent. A Doctoral Degree is desirable.
• Experience in Human Resources for Health development in developing countries.
• Sound knowledge of the HIV/AIDS sector and capacity building, especially in Kenya.
• Exceptional managerial and operational experience, and preferably in managing large complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions in developing countries/sub Saharan Africa.
• A minimum of seven years of experience working with United States Government(USG) supported projects and knowledge of the emergency plan goals and USG project financial rules and regulations at a senior level.
• Experience in developing program work-plans, developing program budgets, managing program implementation, managing staff, and field and managing short-term technical assistance.
• Excellent representational and communication skills, written and oral proficiency in English, and verbal communication skills in one or more local languages.
• A team player with visionary leadership.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.

If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number in the email subject matter, send your up-dated CV and an application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya by email to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is 07th January 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy