ICAP of Columbia University Jobs in Kisumu Kenya

ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and the Ministry of Medical Services to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services at provincial and district health facilities.

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).

Applications are invited for the following positions:

1. Pharmacist

Location: Kisumu with travel to ICAP sites in Nyanza

Overall Job Function:

Reporting to the Regional Director, Nyanza, the Pharmacist will provide technical support to strengthen best pharmacy practices and drug logistics management and information systems at facility level, central sites and regional level in ICAP supported facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement procedures and guidelines on forecasting, storage and stock management, procurement and distribution of drugs at central level in line with national policies
• Oversee pharmaceutical supply management, including needs estimation, drugs quantification, procurement and distribution systems management
• Support facilities to develop site specific SOPs for dispensing of antiretroviral drugs and drugs for management of opportunistic infections
• Strengthen logistics management information systems for pharmaceutical commodities
• Organize and facilitate trainings for providers on ARV commodity management
• Work closely with the health management teams to support adequate and reliable supply of ARVs, OI drugs and commodities at sites
• Collaborate with the provincial and district pharmacists through combined supportive supervision and mentorship to ARV dispensers and in the monitoring of drug and logistics information systems at facility level

Qualifications:

• Pharmacy degree
• 3-5 experience in working with HIV/AIDS program
• Knowledge and experience in the design, implementation and management of the supply of the chain system
• Computer skill including ability to use word and excel

2. Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Location: Kisumu with travel to ICAP sites in Nyanza

Overall Job Function:

To provide technical support in the planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities within HIV care and treatment program at ICAP-supported facilities in coordination with the Ministries of Public Health and Sanitation and Medical Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation activities within the HIV program
• Contribute to the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools for ICAP programs
• Audit and troubleshoot M & E systems within the HIV program at MOH health facilities
• Build capacity through training and mentorship programs for monitoring and evaluation at MOH facilities
• Participate in stakeholders activities to ensure incorporation of monitoring and evaluation into programs for HIV prevention, care and treatment
• Contribute to targeted public health evaluation and research including proposal writing, training, monitoring, analysis and dissemination of findings
• Serve as a resource in the evaluation of ongoing HIV/AIDS programs and in the subsequent development of new and/or expanded programs for the care and treatment of HIV/AIDS

Requirements:

• Advanced Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, international health, or related discipline
• At least 5 years professional experience in monitoring and evaluation systems, with at least 3 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of HIV programs
• Strong data management and analysis skills
• Strong supervisory and management skills
• Excellent analytical and information management skills, with advanced proficiency in relational databases

All applications including a current CV (attachments bearing both your names and the job title), telephone number and referees should be sent to the

HR and Administration Manager, ICAP
icap.vacancies@gmail.com

on or before 26th April 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

www.columbia-icap.org

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