Program Manager- Every Child Thrives and Covid-19 Response at Helen Keller International

Objective of the Position:

Provide technical leadership for the project and ensure quality implementation of activities

Ensure coordination of the project at the counties and national level with the Ministry of health and relevant stakeholders

Continuous monitoring and supervision of project activities evaluating progress and communicating feedback.

Provide administration leadership and financial management of the project

Specific Objectives

Provide technical leadership for the project and ensure quality implementation of activities

Develop project work plans and monitor their implementation regularly

Lead in implementation of all activities according to the work plan ensuring objectives are met

Develop and produce monthly, quarterly and annual technical reports for the project

Review and monitor project budget and follow the burn rate throughout the project duration

Ensure coordination of the project at the counties and national level with the Ministry of health and relevant stakeholders

Organize project coordination forums with external and internal stakeholders

Actively participate in National and County level coordination programs that are relevant to the project objectives

Organize project inception, feedback and closure meetings and provide feedback on the project progress and impact

Ensure effective communication and networking is developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration with donors, CHMTs and other partners within implementing counties

Act as the focal communication point for the project

Continuous monitoring and supervision of project activities evaluating progress and communicating feedback

Track project performance and regularly update the project monitoring framework

Document lessons learnt, human interest stories and success stories from the project implementation

Provide leadership and technical support in implementation of operational study embedded in the project

Ensure relevant project data are collected, analyzed and reports developed to inform program impact.

Provide administration leadership and financial management of the project

Ensure respect for HKI budgeting and procurement procedures for the program.

Support and facilitate the logistics activities of the project particularly in relation to purchasing supplies and equipment for the project activities to ensuring quality and timeliness

Manage project budget to ensure all expenses are within the approved limits and meet HKI standards regarding financial management, accountability and good governance.

Provide support to the project staff through coaching and mentorship, foster teamwork through regular communication, information sharing, and provide opportunity for feedback

Qualifications

Master of Nutrition, public health or equivalent

At least five years’ experience in humanitarian programs

Excellent English writing skills

Demonstrated experience in nutrition and health projects management and coordination

Good knowledge of vitamin A supplementation and deworming programs policies and strategies in Kenya.

Competencies

Demonstrated experience in advanced statistical analysis and operational research

Ability to analyse data and produce quality reports

Ability to validate and interpret health data

Excellent communication, representation and analytical skills

Demonstrated experience in preparation of donors’ proposals, budgets, and reports

Able to prioritise clearly, oversee multiple tasks, set clear objectives for staff and delegate.

Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels.

Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner.

Team-player with good inter-personal skills.

Terms and conditions

One-year contract preferred start date 1st March – Staff to based in Kilifi with frequent travel

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates to send their cover letter and a curriculum vitae to: [email protected]

HELEN KELLER INTL:

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DOES NOT RECRUIT THROUGH ANY RECRUITMENT AGENCY.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individual with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need to request an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at the email above.

Closing Date : 1st February, 2021