Regional Reproductive Health Coordinator, Kenya

 Closing Date: Friday, 28 December 2012

Background information

The is an international development, research and training organization with over 80 years of grassroots experience working in people centered and sustainable development programs in Africa and Asia. IIRR is well reputed for its knowledge management capacity through documentation of best development-oriented practices, and is seeking to strengthen Africa program activities by appointing a Regional Reproductive Health Project Coordinator.

Job Summary

The Reproductive Health Project Coordinator will report to the Africa Regional Director is responsible for providing technical support and capacity building of the team for successful planning and implementation of programme activities. S/he will be responsible for ensuring management of the Reproductive Health programme is executed in the three countries (Uganda, South Sudan and Ethiopia) line with donor guidelines with the assistance of the Regional Director and the respective Country Directors. This position demands an ability to manage, organize and support all aspects of the programme; including other agency liaison, training and supervising staff.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical guidance, training, resources and tools to RH related staff at country level and field sites.

Ensure documentation of best practices, innovation and experience and dissemination, knowledge, and use by IIRR and partners;

Aggregate data, analyze data and present in user-friendly format for distribution to relevant representatives;

To assess the training needs of staff and develop a training programme to meet these needs;

Ensure the establishment and strengthening or RH monitoring activities and train health staff (IIRR and partners) in emergency obstetric case detection and referral mechanisms;

To liaise, according with the Ministry of Health, Private sectors and other agencies to ensure appropriate provision of service and use of resources;

To keep Country SRHR officers appraised of all activities and any difficulties that may arise;

To report properly and in an appropriate time all relevant RH information required for the comprehensive development of the PHC program;

Maintain proper systems of filing and ensure that the Project office has all relevant technical material on site.

Prepare high quality and timely donor and management reports on grants and RH activities;

Design and implement appropriate RH monitoring and evaluation systems; ensure consistent reporting and analysis of results to enhance program effectiveness and quality;

Ensure compliance with IIRR policy and procedures throughout the program team and activities;

Research and communicate new approaches and best practices in RH programming; act as IIRR representative in related RH in regional and international forums and initiatives;

Identify programmatic gaps in the country programs and make recommendations on addressing them;

Take on other special projects as negotiated with supervisor.

Qualifications:

Training in Public Health with a demonstrable technical expertise and working knowledge of Reproductive Health.

Experience:

At least 3 years progressive public health related international field experience in RH in developing countries with a strong knowledge in family planning;

Proven writing and editing skills, including the ability to write grant proposals and reports;

Experience in designing and implementing trainings and TOTs and conducting M&E activities;

Experience in representation and interaction with donors, government officials, international organizations, and NGO representatives concerning health issues and initiatives in complex humanitarian emergencies;

Competencies / Attributes / Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent written & oral communication skills in a multicultural environment.

Excellent rapport building, networking and relationship management experience.

Ability to facilitate, maintain and manage goo d working relationships internally & externally.

Good team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country team;

Appreciation of and sensitivity to local culture.

Ability to set priorities between competing demands for resources.

Manage own tasks and priorities effectively and with minimal supervision.

Special working conditions:

The incumbent may have to work odd and/or long hours at a time to complete special requests for projects.

Commitment to the realization of team goals, objectives and targets.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are to apply by email with an up to date CV and cover letter including contacts of 3 referees and current remuneration package.

Closing date for applications is 28th December 2012 before 5pm to:

Human Resources and Administration Officer,

International Institute for Rural Reconstruction,

Africa Regional Center, P. O. Box 66873-00800, Nairobi,

Email To: recruitment@iirr.org .

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.