North Star Alliance Careers

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Effective management of projects and timely provision of deliverables.
• Creating and executing project work plans and revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Preparation of programme budgets and reviews.
• Preparation of periodic and timely donor reports for internal use.
• Coaching and mentoring the project team.
• Effective data management.
• Creating and strengthening partnerships with government and other organizations.
• Profiling the Organization.
• Representing North Star Alliance in relevant meetings and other forums
• Resource mobilization through funding proposals and other avenues.
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the Senior Program Manager from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Social Sciences, Community Health, Community Development, Social Work or other related discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Project Implementation/Management within the health and/or non-profit sector.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• Strong personality with good leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Energetic and balanced
• Excellent inter-personal, negotiation and communication skills
• Must be proficient in both oral and written English and Kiswahili
• IT literate (Word, Excel and Internet)
• Ability to work with key populations

Job Description

• Project Financial record keeping.
• Entering various transactions into the accounting system on a daily basis and filing all financial records appropriately in line with the filing system.
• Ensuring that Roadside Wellness Centres are well supplied in a timely manner.
• Processing Purchase orders and payments.
• Ensuring that all requisite procurement procedures have been followed and the requisite support documentation is available and appropriately filed.
• Preparing donor reports and submitting them within the stipulated deadlines.
• Preparing internal financial reports (Budget monitoring reports, etc) on a monthly basis by the 13th day of the following month.
• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports to management.
• Report to management regarding the remaining funding available for projects.
• Maintaining the Assets register. Updating regularly and arranging for Assets verification twice a year.
• Carrying out bank and other accounts reconciliations and preparing reconciliation statements on a monthly basis by the 13th day of the following month.
• Ensuring that all bills and statutory deductions are paid in time to avoid penalties.
• Arranging for physical cash counts once a quarter at the centre level.
• Ensuring adherence to the financial procedures.
• Participating in Budget preparation and review.
• Maintaining Project records
• Compile information for internal and external auditors, as required and respond to any queries raised.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports and tax returns related to project on a timely manner.
• Maintain project staff records
• Receive, review and file project staff time sheets
• Prepare the project Payroll.
• Close out project accounts upon project completion.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Finance and Human Resource Manager.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• At least 3 years’ experience in project accounting
• Working knowledge of USAID funded projects is a must.
• A good understanding of the health landscape in Kenya would also be desirable.
• Proficiency in electronic accounting systems.
• An excellent communicator with strong writing skills.

Method of Application

If you meet the above criteria, kindly submit your application letter and CV online (indicating your expected salary) on Email: [email protected] on or before 26th February 2023. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

Job Description

• Effective Management of projects and timely provision of deliverables.
• Creating and executing project work plans and revising them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Preparation of programme budgets and reviews.
• Preparation of periodic and timely donor reports for internal use.
• Creating and strengthening partnerships with the government and other organizations.
• Profiling the Organization among partners.
• Documentation of project success stories and lessons learned.
• Representing North Star Alliance in relevant meetings and other forums.
• Resource mobilization through funding proposals and other avenues.
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the Senior Program Manager from time to time.

Education & Experience

• Degree in Social Sciences, Community Health, Community Development, Social Work, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or other related disciplines.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Project Implementation/Management within the health
  
  and/or non-profit sector.
• Experience in implementing a TB program would also be desirable.
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Strong personality with good leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Energetic and balanced
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Must be proficient in both oral and written English and Kiswahili
• IT literate (Word, Excel and Internet)
• Ability to work with key populations

Method of Application

If you meet the above criteria, apply online (indicating your expected salary) via Email: [email protected] on or before 13th January 2023.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Managing the operations at the Roadside Wellness Centre.
• Examining, diagnosing, treating and counselling target groups at the RWC. 
• Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) among long-distance truck drivers, sex workers and the community members with whom they interact. This shall be done in accordance with the National guidelines provided by the Ministry of Health or other relevant Ministries. 
• Ensure effective use of syndromic approach to the management of STIs, Malaria and other common illnesses.
• Management of Opportunistic Infections (OIs). 
• Screening for Tuberculosis. 
• Administration and management of ART.
• Adherence monitoring of use of medication particularly for TB and HIV cases.
• Develop proper records of all HIV and TB infected patients served and ensure follow-up.
• Provide health education and counselling to the truck drivers, commercial sex workers and communities with whom they interact.
• Recording data according to North Star Alliance’s specifications.
• Preparing and submitting reports within set deadlines.
• Meet all performance targets.
• Refer all cases requiring specialized care and management to relevant health facilities and or services.
• Organize outreach activities in collaboration with other partners and stakeholders.
• Identifying key stakeholders and engaging them in the relevant activities. 
• Ensuring effective linkage with other North Star staff. 
• Any other duties which may be assigned by the Director, North Star Alliance from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized College. 
• Must be registered by the Clinical Officers’ Council, and possess a valid practising licence 
• A degree in Clinical Medicine or Social sciences will be an added advantage.
• Over 3 years’ experience in a reputable health institution/Facility.
• Practical experience working with Key and Vulnerable Populations programming is an added advantage
• Strong personality with good leadership skills.
• Ability to manage/implement projects and prepare good and timely reports.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication Skills.
• Proficient in English and local languages.
• IT literate (Word, Excel and internet).
• Familiar with local structures

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Manage and organize client files at the service sites.
• Accurately enter data into various databases. 
• Identify and correct data entry errors using appropriate quality control methods.
• Prepare relevant reports as needed.
• Work with the M & E Officer on DQA and other data matters.
• Provide general data entry support across the program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Grade C or higher. 
• Certificate in IT/Health Records and Information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to enter data into a computer quickly and accurately. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to think analytically.
• Excellent communication skills. 
• At least 6 months’ data entry experience.
• Experience in Key population & HIV data management is an additional advantage.
• Experience working with USG-funded projects is desirable.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide quality HTS services within the designated project sites in Makueni County and hotspots in accordance with the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health in Kenya.
• Mobilize eligible KPs eligible for HTS services.
• Link to care for all positive Clients.
• Update KP records registers, COMETs and files.
• Screen all the eligible KPs for TB.
• Preparing and submitting reports within set deadlines.
• Meet all performance targets.
• Participate in outreach activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or higher. 
• Certificate in Voluntary Counselling and Testing from National AIDS and STIs Control Programme (NASCOP).
• Must have been enrolled in Proficiency Test with satisfactory results.
• Experience in providing HTS to Key populations.
• Strong personality with good leadership skills.
• Ability to prepare timely reports.
• Unquestionable confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in English and Kiswahili languages.
• IT literate (Word, Excel and internet).
• Familiar with local community structures.
• Experience working with USG-funded projects is desirable

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Oversee outreach activities within the assigned project site in liaison with other team members.
• Determine the health and communication needs of the target populations and make recommendations for continuation of or change in services.
• Ensure achievement of targets for the number of truckers and sex workers reached (daily, monthly, quarterly and annually).
• Ensure that referrals and follow-ups are done in collaboration with service providers and partners/government, and document.
• Educate, coach and motivate Peer Educators/Mobilizers.
• Conduct monthly meetings with peer educators/mobilizers to identify challenges and troubleshoot.
• Conduct health education sessions targeting truckers and sex workers.
• Document/record activities including preparation of periodic reports.
• Establish contacts (linkages) with the government and other partners to leverage resources.
• Participate in program meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Social Work
• Degree in Social Sciences
• At least 2 years’ experience in outreach work
• Good communication skills
• Interpersonal skills to build rapport with community members
• Good listening skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good report writing skills
• Computer literacy
• Mobilization skills
• Facilitation skills
• Analytical skills
• Leadership skills

Job Description

The Senior Programme Manager is responsible for effective co-ordination of the programmes and ensuring its overall integrity and coherence. The role includes managing the programmes inter-dependencies, including oversight of any risks and issues which may arise.

In addition, the Programme Manager’s duties will include monitoring and evaluation and resource mobilization.

We are looking for a person with over 10 years of experience in programming and working with diverse donors. The person should be conversant with USD funding procedures, a senior, strategic and hands-on project manager with a can-do mentality, who will:

• Assume responsibility for overall project oversight including programme planning, design and implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Proactively monitoring the progress of the programme, resolving issues and initiating appropriate corrective action.
• Ensure proactive project risk identification and assessment and implementation of adequate mitigation measures.
• Participate in talent sourcing and mentoring the programme team in the processes involved in delivering results.
• Ensure effective quality assurance and overall integrity of the programme.
• Prepare and manage the programme’s budget including monitoring expenditure and costs against delivered and realised benefits as the programme progresses.
• Ensure that there is allocation of common resources and skills within the programme’s individual projects.
• Together with the resource mobilization team, participate in preparation of funding proposals which address the needs of the target populations and which align with North Star’s mission.
• Ensure strong networking with individuals and organisations that could be future potential clients and partners.
• Oversee and facilitate timely and accurate project tracking, analysis of outputs, and reporting.

And perform other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional, and courteous manner.

Education & Experience

• Master’s Degree in development studies and project management or any related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of (project) management experience in the Non for Profit sector with a successful track record.
• Experience in fundraising and conversant in Global Fund and USD funding procedures.
• Experience in budget management and delivery timelines.
• Extensive experience in the use of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Power point etc.
• Experience in working internationally across a variety of countries.
• Experience in working with virtual teams internationally, in a matrix set-up is an advantage.

Knowledge of the health sector and the NGO sector is welcome.

Additional Information

Position:  One-year contract renewable
Location:  Nairobi, Kenya.
Reports to: The Director, North Star Alliance
Start date:  Immediately
Language:   English

• Authorised to live and work in Kenya.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally.
• Recognises our Values; People Matter/ Integrity/ Quality/ Entrepreneurial Spirit.
• Passionate about North Star’s mission.
• Multiple interviews and an assignment can be part of the application procedure.

Method of Application

Application to include a motivation letter, Curriculum Vitae, and sent to the email below by close of business on Friday, 31st December 2021.Email: [email protected]

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.