Job Summary
Develop and monitor the implementation of systems, policies, strategies and plans for UNICEF project with an aim of strengthening health systems in alignment with the MOH guidelines.
Overall Responsibilities
- Review and operationalize project activity work plans in conjunction with the DHT and other district departments.
- Monitor implementation of periodic operational work plans and budgets.
- Work with district and health facility teams to develop, implement quality improvement projects based on identified gaps in service delivery.
- Develop and implement strategies geared towards strengthening advocacy and community mobilization for health services.
- Develop and maintain partnerships & networks with districts, CBOs, NGOs and other influential groups for a coordinated and harmonized response for improved health/education outcomes in supported district/s.
- Build capacity of district teams and health workers for improved health service delivery through training, mentorship, and coaching and support supervision.
- Provide technical assistance to district and health facility teams to establish/strengthen systems for provision of health services in line with MoH and Ministry
- Provide technical support during the development of periodic performance targets for in ‘district/HF’ PMPs and produce periodic reports including best practices, success stories and lessons learnt in line with program objectives.
Required Qualification, Experience and Competencies:
- 1) Preferably a bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery ,bachelor of nursing, and must be registered with the relevant professional body, Master’s in public health is added advantage, with health systems management training. 2) A minimum of 2 years’ experience in technical assistance support to districts and Health system strengthening (HSS).with a reputable NGO, and direct experience working with government and donor representatives 3) Good communication skills, Persuasive, convincing, self- motivated and able to demonstrate high initiative.
- 2 Years Relevant Experience
NOTE:
Applications should include a cover letter, CV, daytime telephone contact, three traceable professional references and certified UNEB certificates as well as certified University Transcripts
You must have at least a credit 6 in MATHEMATICS and ENGLISH at Ordinary Level (UCE). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.