Job Openings at FHI 360

Project Summary 

FHI 360 is recruiting a Communications Officer for a new activity, Safeguarding Democratic Space in Kenya (SADES-K), which will be implemented from 2018 to 2021. The overall goal of SADES-K is to enhance Kenya’s ability to hold a national conversation on reforms and national cohesion, and to safeguard democratic gains, including protecting civic space, respect for human rights and observance of rule of law.

Responsibilities

The Communications Officer will support the SADES-K Chief of Party and other project staff in coordinating the day-to-day implementation of communication activities at the community, county and national levels. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating project communications with local stakeholders and the dissemination of outreach materials;
• Overseeing dissemination of invites, newsletters, press releases and other announcements;
• Organizing, managing and building stakeholder contact lists;
• Assisting in organizing project related workshops and events;
• Supporting the design, coordination, and supervision of campaigns, including proposed visibility strategy activities and consulting on media-related activities;
• Working with traditional and social media to promote project activities related to good governance, social inclusion, and freedom of expression.

Qualifications

• University degree in journalism, communications, law, international affairs or related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience with a broad range of media platforms, including radio, TV, social and digital media.
• At least 2 years’ technical experience engaging with government, private sector and civil society stakeholders.
• Previous experience in civic communication and community mobilization.
• Prior exposure and experience working with USAID or similar donor programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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Reports to:       LINKAGES Program Director

Location:          Nairobi with 50% travel locally  

Duration:          1 year

Position Description:

Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance Survey under the Linkages across the Continuum of HIV Services for Key Populations Affected by HIV (LINKAGES) Project. LINKAGES project goal is to accelerate the ability of governments and organizations working with key populations at risk of HIV to plan and implement services that reduce HIV transmission and extend the lives of those already living with HIV.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the LINKAGES Program Director, the Senior Technical Officer, Research will participate in the technical design and lead in the implementation aspects of the Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance Survey (IBBS) study on behalf of FHI 360. The incumbent will also oversee survey technical staff as well as ensure compliance to all ethical board and donor institutional requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop & implement standard operating procedures for the survey.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with all ethical board and research monitoring auditor requirements including meeting documentation standards and reporting of incidents or adverse events.
• Manage recruitment of the survey teams.
• Oversee formative assessment, finalization and pretesting of survey tools.
• Oversee the training of survey staff.
• Develop team deployment work plans and give periodic progress updates to various survey planning and monitoring organs.
• Work together with regional teams to ensure data is collected in a timely manner with quality.
• Ensure efficient linkages between sites and laboratories.
• Coordinate survey planning meetings between FHI 360 and survey partner organizations including Government of Kenya, and USAID.
• Coordinate provision of all technical assistance by FHI 360 staff to the Ministry of Health.
• Actively participate in the development of monthly progress reports, presentations, publications and abstracts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirement Standards:

• BS/BA in public health, social sciences or any other relevant field, and 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs; a MS/MA in public health or related field with 5-7 years; or MD/PhD in related field with 3-5 years relevant experience will be an added advantage.
• Experience in managing national or regional public health research programs in areas such as HIV, TB, and maternal child health in Kenya.
• Strong supervisory and management experience in leading large multi-disciplinary research teams.
• Prior clinical research or program evaluation experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

Reports To:      Senior Technical Officer, Research

Location:          Nairobi with 50% travel within Kenya

Duration:          1 year

Position Description:

Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance Survey under the Linkages across the Continuum of HIV Services for Key Populations Affected by HIV (LINKAGES) Project. LINKAGES project goal is to accelerate the ability of governments and organizations working with key populations at risk of HIV to plan and implement services that reduce HIV transmission and extend the lives of those already living with HIV.

Job Summary:

The Technical Officer I, Laboratory will work directly under the supervision of the Senior Technical Officer, Research to implement all laboratory related aspects of the Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance Survey(IBBS).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of laboratory analytical plan for the survey.
• Ensure that laboratory supplies are procured and delivered to the field.
• Ensure that logistics for appropriate collection, storage, and transport of specimens during field work are in place.
• Coordinate with local and central level laboratories to ensure that SOP and quality control procedures are in place.
• Assist in recruiting and training Laboratory Technicians for each survey team to adhere to good clinical laboratory practice (including developing training materials).
• Visit the field venues during biological sample collection to ensure that the collection and storage at the field site happen as per protocol.
• Coordinate with the laboratories to ensure delivery of results in a timely manner.

Minimum Requirement Standards:

• Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent with 5-7 years of related work experience within a clinical or research laboratory, including experience with laboratory quality control and quality assurance systems and implementation OR
• Degree in biological science or laboratory sciences within a clinical or diagnostic discipline with 3-5 years relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree in related field with 1-3 years of relevant work experience. 
• Ability to provide mentorship and to perform quality assurance assessments against accepted national and international standards and regulations.
• Direct experience developing and delivering trainings.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Good in both written and spoken English and report writing.
• Supervisory experience is an added advantage.
• Experience with US government-funded programs is a plus.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.