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Finance & Aid => Medical Jobs & Trainings => Topic started by: Admin on June 10, 2011, 07:36:13 PM
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FHI is a global health and development organization whose rigorous, science-based approach builds programs that create lasting change.
Founded in 1971, FHI maintains offices and staff worldwide, helping to forge strong local relationships that enable us to make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity— improving lives for millions.
We seek qualified candidates for the following position based in Nairobi:
Deputy Project Director, Youth Specialist
Ref No. FHI-DPD-HOPE
Manages country office administration and programs with deputy functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Plans and manages the assigned project(s) in the country.
Manages the country office and sub offices (if applicable).
Ensures the achievement of results of which FHI is responsible under agreement with the donors.
Ensures that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI and donor policies and procedures.
Ensures appropriate monitoring of subprojects to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.
Oversees production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI, and donors as required.
Ensures program quality according to FHI standards.
Position Requirements:
BS/BA, MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field, and minimum of 5-9 years relevant experience with international development and HIV/AIDS Prevention education.
Demonstrated experience in implementing activities focused on HIV/AIDS prevention education for children and youth, preferably in in sub-Saharan Africa.
Experience collaborating with sector-wide stakeholders and government structures e.g. Ministries of Health, Education; working with community networks; curricular development; and designing, facilitating and evaluating trainings.
Capacity building and mentoring skills.
M&E, including reporting skills.
Demonstrated understanding of the Kenya education sector policy environment preferred.
* Offers are contingent upon awarded proposal
FHI has a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.
Interested candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI’s Career Center at www.fhi.org/careercenter (http://www.fhi.org/careercenter)
or apply via email to: Kenya-hr@fhi.org
and quote the Reference # provided on the subject line while sending your application.
Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.
Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.