Employer: OGRA Foundation
Location: Kisumu Kenya
Background:
OGRA Foundation is a tax-exempt Kenyan Non-governmental Organization registered in
2004. It is one of Western Kenya’s leading Non-Governmental Organizations active in 4 counties, namely Kisumu, Vihiga, Siaya and Homa-bay.
OGRA Foundation, in partnership with Ministry of Health and ICAP of Colombia University is currently implementing a comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment Project in Muhoroni Sub-County, Kisumu County.
This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
In addition, in partnership with Kenya Red Cross Society, the Foundation is implementing the Global Fund for HIV round 10 project targeting communities in Kisumu and Vihiga Counties.
OGRA Foundation is currently looking for able professional to fill the following position in the organization:
Senior Program Officer / Program Manager- HIV/AID
The position is based in Kisumu with frequent travels to Muhoroni Sub-County and Vihiga County.
Overall Job Function: The Senior Program Officer is a member of the Senior Management team and oversees field programmatic activities and site support for efficient delivery of quality services both in the ICAP supported and the KRCS/Global Fund supported projects.
This position reports to the Executive Director.
Key Responsibilities:
To oversee the planning, initiation and implementation of HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment services at OGRA Foundation-supported facilities
To provide technical support for the planning and implementation of TB/HIV activities at OGRA Foundation- supported facilities
To provide technical support for the planning and implementation of provider-initiated counseling and testing activities at OGRA Foundation-supported facilities
To provide on-going supervision of OGRA Foundation-supported HIV related programs
To participate in training and mentorship of site facility staff
To participate in designing programs to assist in monitoring and evaluation and ensuring quality assurance of HIV care and treatment as well as community programs
To liaise with Ministry of Health officials and other stakeholders in coordinating implementation of the program
To prepare and/or review budgets, work plans, reports and other technical papers related to the project
To offer additional leadership and technical support to the OGRA Foundation program team as may be assigned by the Executive Director.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or related degree
Master of Public Health (MPH), MBA, Masters in Project Planning and Management or an equivalent advanced relevant degree
5 years of experience managing donor-funded health and/or HIV programs in the public sector
Understanding and knowledge of working with relevant Government Ministries and departments.
Computer literate
Good written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to community health and development
Be a good team player with leadership skills
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are invited to send their applications detailing current and expected salary and a CV with contact details of three referees to the:
Human Resource Manager
OGRA Foundation
P.O. Box 3050-40100
Kisumu (clearly marking the application with position applied for.)
Applications can also be emailed to recruitment@ografoundation.org with the position applied for as the subject line by Tuesday 10th February 2015 latest 12 noon.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
OGRA Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
