Program Officer (RMNCAH/FP) at University of Nairobi

REF- AD/6/66/22

Job description

The program officer will work with the RMNCAH/FP team to support system strengthening activities in sub counties and high-volume facilities. He/she will provide technical oversight and capacity building on all aspects of RMNCAH/FP to ensure delivery of quality, relevant and quantifiable services. This position will also collaborate closely with the RMNCAH team to utilize evidence based strategies to strengthen quality of RMNCAH services. This position will report to the RMNCAH/PMTCT Lead Nairobi.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of latest technical developments in the field of RMNACH to apply innovative strategies to RMNCAH programming
• Attend county and sub-county level RMNCH/FP technical forums to represent the program as needed
• Prepare monthly and quarterly activity plans, budget plans and monthly reports as required
• Spear head the implementation and tracking of quality improvement initiatives
• Plan, conduct and supervise trainings with the county and sub County health management teams.

Desired knowledge, skills, and attributes

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with 3 years RMNCAH/FP experience or Diploma in Nursing with 5 years’ experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Kenyan public health sector and clinical settings, including governmental and non-governmental settings.
• Training in FP and Reproductive Health and experience.
• Registered member of the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English communication, including presentation, training skills and report writing skills.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision, and well-developed computer skills.