Senior Reginal Clinical Advisor - Nairobi, Kenya - Jhpiego
Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We are proud of our contribution to improving the health of women and children throughout the world and recognize that our leadership position in international public health is due to the excellence and dedication of our staff, both in the field and in our Baltimore headquarters.
JOB SUMMARY
OverviewReporting to the Project Director, the RISE and Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, the Senior Reginal Clinical Advisor will provide technical and programmatic leadership, coordination, monitor project implementation and track performance for all RISE projects and Maternal, Newborn and Child Health projects. He/She will oversee the implementation of two projects: RISE AD Hoc and AMPLI-PPHI project activities including the periodic planning, budgeting, technical oversight and program review in accordance with donor and Jhpiego policies.Required QualificationsMNH Clinical Advisor, with proven experienceMedical Doctor or a health-related degree with post graduate trainingAt least 10 years working experience in successful implementation of health programsStrong programming, management and technical skillsExperience in pandemic/epidemic management or specifically COVID-19 interventions response and coordinationExperience working with MOH personnel and good knowledge of health systems and programsExperience working with USAID funded projectsA demonstrated track record of providing mentorship and supervision for strengthening healthcare services; training in quality improvement approachesExcellent analytical, communication and report writing skillsComputer literacy, particularly in the use of MS word, Excel and PowerPointKnowledge: (functional or technical: i.e. federal legislation, finance, program planning, public healthcare standards, proposal writing, human resources practices, etc.)Basic understanding of COVID-19, MCH, HIV/AIDS, RH/FP and Health related issues, with a global focus is necessaryExcellent organizational skills including the ability to multitaskBe of high integrity and able to maintain confidentialityComputer skills including demonstrated hands on-experience with MS Word, MS Power Point, and MS ExcelProficiency in both written and spoken English and KiswahiliAbilities/Skills: (action, i.e. negotiate, manage, exercise independent judgment, network, train, etc.)A broad variety of programmatic, administrative, financial, and computer skills (including Word Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access), which may need to be acquired through very quick learningExperience in team working and multi-cultural staffExcellent organizational skillsBe self-motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude to work requiring minimum supervisionAttention to detail and accuracy in data management, analysis, and reportingStrong presentation and communications skills, oral and writtenAbility to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidenceExperience in managing teams and supervising multi-cultural staffBe willing to take on extra responsibilities in order to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide regional technical support to Nigeria and Zambia to ensure successful clinical adherence, drawing on lessons learned from Smiles for Mother's Project and AMPLI-PPHIMentor Kenya AMPLI-PPHI staff appropriately to support continued excellence in project implementationStrategic Coordination and implementation of RISE & MI projects including periodic planning, budgeting, technical oversight and program review in accordance with donor and Jhpiego policiesCoordinate project management and discussions with the donor and ensure compliance to all donor requirements including timely submission of reports, plans, budgets, and other requested responsesCoordinate with RISE & MI field and HQ teams and other home office staff in project implementation as necessaryTo ensuring maximum integration of all RISE activities and adherence to work plan, targets and budgets and maintain good relationship with donor and relevant government counter-partsEnsure good integration of RISE and MI activities with MOH partners and USAID projectsAssist with development of protocols, work plans, proposals, budgets, liaising with Ministry staff and donors regarding implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs. Including liaising with KCM and other partners to ensure C19RM TA activities are implemented per scopeEnsure successful mentorship and service delivery of RISE TA to the Ministry Of Health (MOH) by supporting leadership, direction and coordination and ultimate decision-makingEnsure the smooth data collection, analysis and dissemination of information to the MOH to inform strategy change in MOH capacity buildingRepresent the project in country TWGs and National Oxygen or related COVID-19 Committee MeetingsCoordinate COVID-19 activities in Jhpiego and offer updates on new information to staff and managementNOTE: All staff members of Jhpiego, regardless of the level of their responsibilities are expected to:model the mission and values stated aboveparticipate in the business development processcontribute to the knowledge sharing and transfer processmake responsible decisions that result in time and cost containment and clear accountabilityparticipate in multiple teams, adopt team spirit, take responsibility for action items assigned and provide feedback as neededmultitask, be able to manage competing priorities and be able to prioritize in order to meet program and/or organizational objectives
REQUIRED SKILLS
Project management, Stakeholder communication, Project monitoring and evaluation (M&E), Technical support, Project preparation and planning, Project implementation, Communication
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree