Founded in 1979, Action Against Hunger International (ACF) is an international humanitarian recognized in the fight against hunger. ACF mission is to save lives through the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition, especially during and after emergency situations and conflicts.
Helen Keller International (HKI) was founded in 1915 and is dedicated to saving the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. HKI aims to combat the root causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research in vision, health and nutrition.
ACF in partnership with HKI are starting the implementation of a Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition Initiative (MATCH) in Kenya. The project funded by Canada’s Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) aims at contributing to the reduction of maternal and child mortality in five Kenyan counties with serious nutrition and health needs (West Pokot, Trans-Nzoia, Busia, Kakamega, Bungoma counties) through enhanced and sustainable Maternal New born, Child Health and Nutrition (MNCH) interventions. This initiative also aims to reinforcing and broadening the partnerships between ACF, HKI and county health departments for enhanced capacity of county governments' efforts to deliver essential MNCH services through health system strengthening approach.
ACF and HKI are looking for DFATD MATCH Project Coordinator to provide overall management and coordination of the Maternal and Child Health project (MATCH) in close liaison with the county government departments of health and other stakeholders. Overall objectives of the position include:
1. Provide project leadership and coordination towards ensuring project objectives are met.
2. Enhance effective grant management and project administration through the application of donor and organizational regulations and processes in liaison with the established MATCH project management and implementation teams.
3. Ensure representation of the project initiatives at various levels in the country(management and steering groups, technical fora, donor representatives and other stakeholders).
What ACF and HKI will offer:
- Remuneration package: Very Competitive salary package with additional benefits that include:
- Career development opportunities
- Comprehensive medical cover for self and dependents
- Opportunity to work in an excellent and friendly environment with a dynamic and motivated team
- Individual training and capacity building
· Duration of contract: 12 months, renewable depending on funding availability and performance
· Start date: November 2015
· Duty station: Nairobi with frequent travel to Western Kenya
Closing Date: 8th September 2015 by Close of Business 5pm. Applications sent after the closing date and time will not be considered.
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