Rationale/Objective for Position


The Medical Data Science Advisor is responsible for leading operational research and reflection, and develop strategies on data acquisitions, analysis, visualization and reporting in MSF EA public health unit. The incumbent will also lead investigations,healthcare research, reflections on healthcare delivery, scanning and monitoring public health emergencies... and networking with partner organizations and contribute in internal and regional external platforms.


This position will be hierarchically and functionally accountable to the Senior Health Advisor.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities


Develop MSF EA operational research framework
Contribute to MSF EA Public health strategy
Develop and recommend strategies to control and prevent disease spread,including vaccination campaigns, public health advisories, and community education.


Technical and Operational Responsibilities

Research and Development


Lead and coordinate operational research projects
Contribute to research projects led by other entities aimed at advancing medical knowledge and improving healthcare practices through data-driven insights.
Participate in conducting research to improve understanding of diseases,their transmission, and effective public health interventions.


Predictive Modeling


Lead the development of models to predict disease outbreaks, patient outcomes, or the effectiveness of treatments, which helps in proactive healthcare management.


Collaboration


Provide actionable insights in humanitarian medical field by working closely with healthcare professionals, researchers, and IT specialists within MSF and external academic institutions to understand their data needs.
Coordinate responses to health threats and implement public health initiatives in collaboration with health departments, government agencies,and other stakeholders based on specific requests to MSF.
Collaborate with MSF field teams for gathering data through surveys,interviews, and laboratory tests.
Support MSF teams to analyze this data to identify trends, risk factors, and potential interventions.


Data Acquisition, Management and Analysis


Develop systems that avail data and information to MSF operations and external regional and mission specific platforms.
Define and ensure application of relevant statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform clinical decisions and improve patient outcomes.
Collaborate with anthropology and other units to provide a comprehensive analysis.


Surveillance, Visualization and Reporting


Create visual representations of data findings to communicate results effectively to MSF operations, health advisors, medical representatives, and policymakers.
Monitor disease patterns and trends over time to detect potential outbreaks early.
Share findings to MSF health advisors, public health officials, and operation managers in order to inform decision-making and promote awareness.


Outbreak Investigation


Enable response to disease outbreaks by identifying the source, mode of transmission, and affected populations.


Training and Education


Provide training to healthcare workers and community members on disease prevention, surveillance methods, and outbreak response.


Ethics and Compliance


Ensure compliance to MSF ethical standards, regulatory compliance, funding and resource allocation, collaboration and partnership, Data management and Data sharing protocols, biological materials/specimen collection and sharing protocols, use of technology, capacity building, evaluation and impact assessment, equity and inclusivity in research.


Other Responsibilities


Perform any other tasks assigned by the Senior Health Advisor.
Integrate EDI & Safeguarding aspects in area of work responsibility, including policies and practices.
Recognize, respond, and document any form of abuse or inappropriate behavior and alert the safeguarding unit of any suspected potential abuse.
Proactively participate in the individual performance management processincluding objective setting, performance monitoring and performance evaluation


Qualifications

Education


A Master’s degree in Medical Data Science, Business Intelligence,
Epidemiology or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
A PhD in Medical Data Science, Business Intelligence, Epidemiology or anequivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of programming and analysis tools like Python, R, or SQL, Power Bi, Stata
Domain knowledge in Public Health (e.g., Epidemiology)
Knowledge of the East Africa region context and health systems is a considerable plus.


Experience


At least five (5) years of experience in field medical-humanitarian projects,with at least two (2) years of experience in data management and manipulations.
Previous experience with MSF or other humanitarian organizations is an added advantage.


Competencies

Technical Competencies


Statistical data analysis and modeling
Programming skills (Python, R, or SQL)
Data Management and Manipulations
Domain knowledge in Public Health (e.g., Epidemiology)
Data visualization
Medical Research methodology


Behavioral/General Competencies


Understanding ethical considerations
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Collaborative
Learning and adaptability to changing contexts
Commitment to MSF’s Principles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Cross-cultural Awareness
Strategic Vision
Results and Quality Orientation
Service Orientation more

Scope of Responsibilities and Accountabilities


The main purpose of the job holder is to carry out the assessments and ensure the implementation, day-to-day management and control of the technical part of projects in the energy (and HVAC if relevant) domain, in accordance with MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the optimal functioning of the project and the... infrastructures and efficient use of systems and equipment.
In collaboration with his/her managers, provide support and guidance to the field staff in order to ensure that all electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations comply with MSF standards, protocols and procedures, and the preventive and corrective maintenance is done accordingly.
Carry out evaluations, feasibility and detailed studies of the project to present hierarchical superiors different possible solutions to the difficulties encountered in his/her area of specialization, namely the installation, construction and commissioning of electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations. In direct contact with staff, identify project needs and manage responses of requests by establishing priorities.
Provide support to the teams in the field in the energy (and HVAC if relevant) domain and assist in the training of project technicians to make them autonomous for preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and small jobs. Ensuring that technicians are able to implement safely procedure for themselves and users.
Guides and supports the field teams to define and implement preventive and corrective maintenance procedures
Raises the awareness on energy use for all staff and advices on strategies to improve energy efficiency of the site.
Provide training for technicians on appropriate use and maintenance of existing and new installations.
Act as an itinerant support of the mission implementing proposed solutions when needed and provide managers with duly documented technical advice.
If necessary, defines procedures and / or protocols for the proper functioning of the electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations in the field.
Performs regular inspections of the interventions and condition of the electrical (and HVAC if relevant) installations.
Participates in the evaluation of local actors and ensures the quality of services and supplies.
Checks and advises on international orders for consumables and replacement equipment.
Ensures the management of stocks and equipment in his/her specialty area at mission level
Ensures that all design, operating and maintenance documentation is up to date (report, asset management tool, diagrams and layouts, consumption reports, power assessments, cooling and heating need assessments).
Ensure that the right equipment and electrical tools are in place and correctly used.
Identifying, defining and implementing solutions and strategies that reduce the environmental footprint of the electrical installations (and HVAC if relevant) in the mission/projects. These strategies enclose not only technical solutions but also how the electrical installations are used, maintained and managed. The main objective of reducing the environmental footprint entails energy efficiency, reducing the carbon dioxide emissions, a proper waste management and the use of sustainable and adapted solutions according to the context.


Some Main Objectives:


Energy and HVAC asset registration and inventory on MSF APR (TMS).
Improve project and mission, Energy and HVAC base on MSF Basics.
Contribute in MSF CSP and SOP implementation and update.
Follow MSF Solar Installation Monthly Consumption and suggest.
Following relevant visit recommendations.
Proper use of MSF dedicated Tools and platform for saving, sharing internal documents and information.


Requirements

Education: 


Degree in Energy or Related Course (or equivalent degree).


Experience: 


Previous experience of at least two years in logistics and/or related relevant positions, in MSF or other NGOs.
MSF or INGO experience is an asset.


Languages:


English. (Knowledge of Hausa is an asset).


Knowledge:


Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. AutoCAD Knowledge is desirable.


Competencies:


People Management and Development.
Commitment to MSF Principles.
Behavioural Flexibility.
Results and Quality Orientation.
Teamwork and Cooperation.
Stress Management.


Preferred Requirements:


Some experience in renewable energies, especially photovoltaic installations.
Some electrical backup experience (inverter-charger, UPS, etc…).
HVAC knowledge.
Notions about diesel generators. more

Main Duties and Responsibilities


Planning and organizing all nursing related activities (IPD, OPD, maternity, nutrition, etc.) and participating in the definition of annual planning and update of its associated budget in order to efficiently maintain the continuity of the standard quality healthcare. When needed, being responsible for scheduling duty rosters, shifts and on call of nursing... staff.
Coordinating and supervising the implementation of the legal therapeutic protocols, procedures and standards, depending on project objectives (PPTCT, PEP, VCT, IEC, SGBV, MH services, etc.) and providing technical support when needed, to ensure the quality of the nursing care, confidentiality and information traceability, patient surveillance, and the application of the therapeutic and sterilization rules by the health care personnel.
Supervising the nutritional activities in order to ensure that therapeutic food is provided regularly and that it complies with quality and quantity standards
Ensuring all administrative procedures and documents (individual patient’s card and registration book, discharge paper, transfer paper, etc.) and existing data management tools are used correctly
According to MSF protocols and in collaboration with the Pharmacist and Medco, supervising the distribution (according to medical prescriptions) and pharmacy activity, preparing new orders when required, supervising expiration terms and consumption patterns, in order to ensure that pharmacy stock levels are permanently updated and above minimum safety point.
In coordination with the project biomedical service supervising the appropriate use of medical devices and anticipating and communicating future needs.
In close coordination with the Logistics Manager, supervising laboratory outputs related to nursing activities (blood test) to ensure samples are collected correctly and results are provided on time.
In close coordination with the HR department, planning and supervising the associated processes (recruitment, training, evaluation, development and communication) of the nursing staff of the project in order to improve staff capabilities and ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required. Training nursing staff on PTE.
Reporting to the line manager on any relevant information linked to nursing activities and participating in monthly reports


MSF Section / Context Specific Accountabilities


Plan, organizing and follow up the implementation of all nursing related activities in the main interventions of the project, namely nutrition (ATFC, Tom-brown) and ICCM targeting Malaria, Diarrhoea, Simple pneumonia, MUAC screening and vaccination.
Participate to the definition of the project nursing activities, their planning and associated budget for upcoming years.
Elaborate periodic (weekly, monthly or quarterly) duty rosters for the nurses and nut assistants, organize their shifts and follow up their leave in a way that keep them motivated and have a calibrated manpower tailored with the outreach nursing care workload.
Coordinate and ensure the availability, implementation of the guidelines and protocols (e.g: ATFC and nursing care guidelines, IPC protocols), procedures, standards, in a way that aligns with the project objectives.
Regularly supervise and Provide technical support to nurses, nut assistants, and other staff under her/his responsibility, to ensure the quality of the nursing care, confidentiality and information traceability, patient surveillance, and the application of the therapeutic and sterilization rules by the health care personnel.
Ensuring all administrative procedures and documents (individual patient’s card and registration book, discharge paper, transfer paper, etc.) and existing data management tools are available and used correctly.
According to MSF protocols and in collaboration with the Pharmacist and PMR, supervise the distribution (according to medical prescriptions) of PPN, and other medical items in the ATFCs, ICCMs sites and all other facilities operated by MSF in the communities or at the PHCs. Prepare new orders when required, supervising expiration terms and consumption patterns, in order to ensure that pharmacy stock levels are permanently updated and above minimum safety point.
In coordination with the project or mission biomedical services, supervise the appropriate use of medical devices, their user maintenance, anticipate and communicate future needs.
Collaborate closely with other Managers NAM ITFC, EH-M, IPC-M, MHAM to ensure proactivity and smooth communication for proper continuity of care to patients, maintaining optimal IPC and Hygiene condition in MSF supported health facilities.
In close coordination with the Logistic department, nursing and medical activity Managers at the ITFC, organize and execute patient’s referral without any delay.
In close coordination with the HR department, plan and supervise the associated processes (recruitment, training, evaluation, development and communication) of the nursing staff of the project in order to improve staff capabilities and ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required. Training nursing staff on PTE.
Maintain a close collaboration with the Ministry of health and engage the communities for their active participation to the project efforts through incentive staff and volunteers and information sharing.
Reporting to the line manager on any relevant information linked to nursing activities and participating in monthly reports.
Be flexible to carry out other duties not listed in the current JD but are essential for the fulfillment of the project objectives.


Minimum Required Skills and Qualifications


Education: Essential Nursing Diploma for general or specialized health services (Bachelor’s in Science of Nursing Desirable); Specialization or training in tropical medicine would be an asset
Experience: Essential working experience of at least two years in nursing activities related jobs. Desirable working experience in MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries.
Languages: English essential. Local language (Hausa) desirable.
Knowledge: Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)


Competencies:


Results and Quality Orientation
Teamwork and Cooperation
Behavioral Flexibility
Commitment to MSF Participles
Stress Management more

Coordinating and applying Support Unit Kampala’s (SUKA) staff health policy and activities for Locally Hired Staff (LHS), International Mobile Staff (IMS) and training participants. Participating in the evaluation of hospital structures that can serve as reference structures for national and international staff. Participating in the medical monitoring of MS personnel and overseeing all medical... expenses associated with various consultations and hospitalizations in collaboration with the line manager and organising health prevention talks.

Implement and monitor the staff health policy in collaboration with MSF
France and the support of the Staff Health Unit (SHU).
Facilitate access to medical follow up of Locally Hired Staff (LHS),
International Medical Staff (IMS) and dependants (assessment, treatment, improvement, vaccination, etc.)
Organize and coordinate staff health promotion and education events and trainings
Operational Safety & Health
First aid
Vaccination campaigns,
Mental health awareness
Infection Prevention and Safety Measures in the workspace etc.
Monitor and assess the health insurance service provider, make quarterly staff health utilization report.
Proper follow up of MS staff with Chronic conditions.
Participate in the evaluation of hospital structures that can serve as reference structures for LHS and IMS as well as for training participants.
Ensure medical briefing and follow up on all SUKA new staff, visitors and training participants.
Surveillance of the overall medical expenses of the LHS in collaboration with the Medical coordinator. Give feedback to the LHS when these threaten to become excessive. Oversee all extraordinary medical expenses (not covered by insurance) in collaboration with the Medco, SHU, HR and finance.
Organize the administrative support around IMS’ medical care, as well as the inventory of individual medical information (reports, ongoing treatments) and documentation.
Ensure that the IMS and dependents health records are filled and sent to the SHU.
Coordinate with the Head of Mission and Medical coordinator in case of medical emergencies.
Facilitate admission to a suitable medical structure for emergencies during trainings.
Follow up with the pharmacist to ensure that first aid kits and emergency boxes are up-to-date in all SUKA cars and premises.
Ensure staff files/database is confidential and updated in regard to vaccination, sick leaves, etc.
Follow up on SUKA staff sick leave according to the staff Health policy.
Support staff travelling abroad for mission/detachment or training to do required medical check-ups. more

Accountable to the Head of Logistics Technical Unit and functionally reporting to the Fleet Management, Energy & HVAC advisor, the Energy Transition Officer will be proactive on organizing her/his own agenda according to the assigned projects and in coordination with Fleet Management, Energy & HVAC advisor and operational logistics.

S/he will also work in collaboration with the Energy & HVAC... MSTs (Mobile Support Technicians) and with the Energy & HVAC and Fleet Management Officer.

ACCOUNTABLE FOR


Enhancing the capacity of the staff involved in the management or implementation of Energy Transition projects, by coaching, training and disseminating relevant information.
Supporting the planning processes, establishing the appropriate organizational framework and supervising the implementation of PV (Solar) installations or any Energy Transition-related projects into MSF projects, aiming at reducing fuel dependence, increasing efficiency, and decreasing emissions.
Establishing the necessary procedures to carry out the implementation of PV installations and Energy Transition related projects according to MSF OCBA technical standards and requirements.
Assessing feasibility of renewable energy and HVAC projects within the framework of Energy Transition and, when applies, carrying out the corresponding project management in coordination with the Fleet Management, Energy & HVAC advisor and the Energy & HVAC and Fleet Management officer.
In coordination with the Construction Technical Team and the Energy & HVAC and Fleet Management Officer, manage HVAC projects for new constructions or rehabilitations of current facilities, supporting the teams in the project site and ensuring proper implementation.
In coordination with the Fleet Management, Energy & HVAC advisor, contributing to develop new policies, tools, protocols and SOPs related to electricity, energy and HVAC within the framework of Energy Transition (with a local, regional or even global approach).


SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES / TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

In principal will be all MSF OCBA Country Offices. The portfolio of specific projects will be according of the operational requests and logistics department internal organisation.

Specific tasks


Support and coordinate the implementation of solar/hybrid projects into MSF operations when required in the aim to ensure self-sufficiency, efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
Create all technical documentation needed to be included in tender processes and contracts for new Energy Transition projects.
Plan each implementation process according Country Offices context, characteristics and constrains to ensure all stakeholders collaboration and acceptance.
Ensure procurement requirements according to MSF OCBA Supply guidelines and policies providing all technical necessary information to the Country Office procurement team.
Ensure the quality of the materials provided by the contractors according to MSF OCBA standards and carry out and document assessments and tests of new materials, if needed.
Ensure proper communication with and among all relevant actors involved in the PV installations and any Energy Transition related project.
Support Country Offices and HQ HHRR managers on selecting appropriate staff for Energy Transition related projects.
Provide continuous technical support to the Energy Managers in charge of the installations and actions on site.
Establish a maintenance/support plan to be included in a service contract with the contractors to ensure continuity of operations
Monitor the installation’s operation and propose/carry out the necessary adjustments together with the contractors when needed.
Develop a dossier for each installation and Energy Transition related project with all relevant documentation and manuals.
Establish professional relationship with relevant suppliers, local or international, in order to define the most suitable implementation option in each case.
Manage and/or contribute to long/medium term multidisciplinary and innovative dossiers related to Energy transition.
Be involved, contribute and coordinate with MSFs internal initiatives on efficiency and environmental impact, related to Energy and HVAC.
Participate and contribute to trainings or initiatives to disseminate Energy Transition related contents and organise webinars when required.
Promote the use of the Logistics Library’s electricity calculation and assessment tools and documentation.
Other Responsibilities:
Participate in the intersectional and international working dynamic (support other MSF section in the country if needed).
Support to emergency intervention in the area of expertise if required (particularly in start-up phase).
In case of need, other logistic tasks will be added to the ToR of the implementation visits, such as punctual contributions to the developments of guidance papers.


SELECTION CRITERIA


Technical degree on electrical power
Experience in designing and implementing electrical installations
Experience in Energy generation systems (Specially photovoltaic)
Experience in HVAC is an strong asset
Previous project site experience with MSF is an asset.
Other project site experience in developing countries is an asset
Experience in coaching and training of staff
Good written and oral communications skills
Ability to set priorities and organize her/his own work
Fluent written and spoken English and French. Portuguese, Arabic or Spanish is an asset
Availability to travel in Europe and to the project site more

Responsible for ensuring that MSF is a Responsible employer, supports proper management of HR across the board and assumes full responsibility of all Administrative and legal issues in the Mission.


Accountabilities


Knowledge of Kenya labour laws and regulations; keep her/himself informed of any amendment made in labour legislation by regularly checking legislation sources and/or... regularly meeting with lawyer, other local authorities at this level
Knowledge of MSF policies, procedures, tools, standards and principles regarding all staff’ (locally hired staff, international, regional, etc.) working conditions, benefits and remuneration, job profiles and function grids, health coverage, etc., adapts them to the Mission reality and ensures an equitable, efficient, transparent, fair and accountable implementation by all relevant staff throughout the Mission.
Responsible for the proper implementation and follow up of internal regulations and terms of employment contracts of all locally hired staff, ensuring that all staff are employed in the frame of fair labour conditions, and according to local legislation, MSF HR vision, values and principles.
Payroll Management: Oversee and supervise effective payroll processes in the whole mission by coaching and supporting HR Assistants in all projects within the country, ensuring timely and accurate completion and compliance with MSF standard financial operations. Focal point for payroll system and finance interface (Homere & Unifield).
Ensures that all functions and job profiles at Mission level meet with the Mission’s function grid approved by HQ and are aligned with MSF Standard Job Profiles and Function Grid, and that any new function or amendment to an existing one (including significant changes in responsibilities and/or mixing existing functions) are requested in advance to HRCo and HRO/REHUCO for previous validation by HQ. Identifies deviations and shares them with HRCo in order to draw an action plan in case corrections are needed/convenient.
Ensure that Locally hired staff remuneration (salary, post adjustments, compensations, final settlements, etc,) and benefits (holidays, leaves, social coverage, health coverage, etc.) meet with the Mission’s salary grid validated by HQ, Internal Regulations and HR policies, ensuring MSF acts as a responsible employer at any time.
Ensures fulfillment of national legislation regarding employees’ taxes and social security at Mission level, checks that monthly declaration forms for taxes and employee/employer social security contributions are correct and sends them to the Financial Department.
Informs HRCo in case a legal risk is detected within her/his area of responsibilities and suggests actions to take in order to prevent it. Follows up employees’ claims and keeps HRCo informed at any time.
Incharge of DOSH audits in the mission and ensures that MSF, as an employer, as well as all MSF employees comply with safety and risk prevention measures as stated by local legislation and/or MSF standard policies and procedures.
Ensure an efficient filing system (physical and electronic files) of all administrative files at Mission level, granting strict confidentiality of employees’ personal files and other administrative private documents upon request of HRCo, and ensuring preparedness in case of evacuation.
Upon request of the HRCo, maintain regular contact with ministries, national administrations, other MSF sections and other NGOs to improve/keep up to date with administrative practices.
Knowledge of HRIS system (Homere) in depth and ensures a proper parameterization, use of the system and quality of data throughout the Mission, being her/himself the Missions’ technical reference in absence of a person specifically in charge of the system.
Administrative management of Health Insurance for locally hired staff including contracts, payments and follow up on staff enquiries.
Mission focal point for onboarding and induction of new staff and designing a specific onboarding experience for each project assigned.
Prepares and compiles monthly & annual Mission HR reports and shares with HQ.
Incharge of HR budget planning and monitoring for coordination (HR Matrix)


Requirements


Education :Essential: University Degree or further specialization in Human Resource Management or Business
Experience :Essential: Experience in HR Management positions (minimum 4 years).
Languages : Essential: Excellent command of English and Swahili
Knowledge :Essential: Computer literacy (Word, Excel, internet) more

The objective of the Position:


The purpose of the Community Health Educator is to increase community awareness of SRH and psychosocial support of health issues amongst young people. Facilitate youth participation (and family participation where relevant), organize and deliver health promotion activities and participate in community events to engage identified target populations. He/she will... understand the available medical and social services in the centre. He/she will direct and inform the youth/adolescent on the medical and social services MSF is offering in the Centre.
The Community Health Educator will work proficiently in a fast-paced environment, and collaboratively with all Dandora Youth Clinic Centre staff, including an intake team, medical and social services and allied social service private practitioners and external providers.


Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


Facilitate young people and their families to access Dandora Youth Clinic services by providing timely intake, school visits assessment and appropriate intervention, where required.
Create the link for greater youth participation/involvement at the center.
Organize and lead with the youth a monthly activity planning with the support of their colleagues depending on topics and activities within and outside the center. Define and propose activities targeting youth outside the centre.
With the support of the manager/supervisor, find local actors to provide life skills sessions or other services addressing the needs of the youth.
Actively participate in supervision, case reviews and team meetings.
Contribute to and implement innovative best practice initiatives based on the needs of young people in relation to mental health issues and physiological development.
Plan, implement, and evaluate community awareness, service promotion and mental health literacy programs according to the principles of MSF.
Participate in SRH activities within the community e.g. schools, youth forums, and interagency networks, to promote Dandora youth centre services and health literacy.
Model and demonstrate constructive working relationships and information exchange across the organization.
Deliver information to the youth and, their guardians on Sexual and Reproductive Health and adolescence needs, STI and prevention and about MSF, and the services it provides.
Engage the youth through platforms provided such as social media together with the youth advisory council.
Oversee daily operations of social areas including maintaining equipment, displaying appropriate signage, and operating and supervising computer programs as necessary.
Help at recreational facilities by enforcing rules, modelling positive behaviour, and serving as a friend and mentor for young people also actively participate with the youth in the social activities set up such as games and provision of life skills.
Encourage youth to participate in activities and form healthy and providing oversight to ensure everyone is treated fairly.
Provide education and communication to the youth during waiting hours and provide professional and social materials.
Consolidate the link between the community, MSF services and Facility services in collaboration with the Health Promotion team.
Under the guide of the Manager/Supervisor, assess the impact of activities (with questions, verifications, and behaviours observations), and report problems, successes and constraints to him/her.
Data collection and recording.
Other duties consistent with the position where required and/or requested by the Centre Manager.
Replace the Social Worker when not available, in case of an emergency cases.
Assist the Centre Manager to identify, establish, improve, and maintain administrative processes.
Participate in relevant training and development activities as an effective team member.


Qualifications & Requirements:


Education: - Degree/ Diploma in Community Health/Social Science
Experience: - Demonstrable working experience in Community Health Education
Previous experience in a Youth Friendly Service is an added advantage.
Languages: - Essential local languages, Kiswahili and English.
Competences: - Adherence to MSF principles, Results and detail-oriented, service, team player, committed and flexible
Applicants MUST be Kenyan more

Objective of the Position:


Execute the pharmacy/medical warehouse storing activities to keep pharmacy stock above security level and following recommended conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.) under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, and in collaboration with the logistics team.


Responsibilities include but not limited to:


Supervising material orders and dispatching to... ensure rational use.
Receiving orders and deliveries, identifying potential disparities against cargo manifest or others, and reporting them, and storing materials in accordance with the system in force, to ensure continuous availability
Ensuring good storage conditions of all medical items in the pharmacy in accordance with MSF pharmaceutical standards.
Ensuring correct and timely fill in entries on the stock cards and Isystock software.
Carrying out or participating in regular inventories including EPREP stock.
Following up stock levels with regards to alarms thresholds, stock out, expiry dates and drugs to expire in the following 6 months.
Preparing orders of the different consumption units (end users, others), ensuring proper packaging, and dispatching and reporting any anomalies or changes in consumption patterns to the Pharmacy Manager. Informing Pharmacy Manager as soon as stock reaches alert limit.
Controlling the Main Pharmacy (warehouse) limited access to authorized personnel and ensuring doors and other exits are secured. Immediately inform the line manager in case of damage, loss, attempted break-ins, or theft in the warehouse.
Ensuring that items to be quarantined (on-going quality alerts) or to be placed in quarantine zone (batch recalls, expired or damaged items) are removed from the stock and safely locked.


Qualifications & Requirements:


Education:
Essential, secondary school. Desirable, Pharmacy or supply chain related studies.
Experience:
Essential previous experience of at least 2 years in similar or relevant positions.
Desirable previous experience in MSF or other NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) in developing countries.
Languages:
Essential English and Kiswahili, desirable any other mission working language.
Knowledge
Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)


Competencies/Skills:


Results and Quality Orientation
Teamwork and Cooperation
Behavioural Flexibility
Commitment to MSF Principles
Service Orientation
Stress Management.
Applicants MUST be Kenyan nationals and have the necessary statutory documents (ID, NSSF, NHIF, and a PIN certifícate) more

Objective of the Position:


Defining, coordinating and monitoring all the (IEC) & Health Promotion activities in the project and promoting MSF services according to MSF principles, protocols and standards in order to increase the knowledge of the target population about their health, the support of preventive activities and the collaboration to improve the services.


Responsibilities... include, but are not limited to:


Strategy Development and Follow Up: Define, update and implement the Health Promotion/IEC strategy and related activities through annual project and budget plan (objectives, target population, campaigns, messages, activities, specific actions, etc.) in collaboration with the Health Promotion team and other key managers. Provide technical feedback on monthly narrative reports ensuring that established program targets and objectives are met.
Community Development and Health Promotion: Assessing knowledge of the target group on health risk and analyzing the context (local culture, traditions, habits, health perception) to adapt health activities and support the social mapping (villages, populations, actors), Identifying indicators to monitor HP activities results and achievement and using concrete tools to measure and follow up those activities. Adopt a community development approach aimed at building the capacity of communities, target groups, organizations and key stakeholders in addressing SGBV, medical emergencies and Adolescent and Youth barriers to access health.
Engage community health volunteers as key focal persons and first responders. Support the development of a peer education/ focal person program in the schools/communities and within religious organizations especially in relation to the youth friendly program. Work with communities to spread anti-stigma messages. Consider how programming can be culturally sensitive and promote positive gender and cultural norms, while also challenging potentially harmful attitudes and practices. Improve uptake of the different services provided by MSF through community dialogue and networking.
Information, Education and Communication: In collaboration with the regional communication office to ensure all IEC materials and messaging are appropriate and effective, and develop new materials as needed: Radio programs messages, written media, newspaper etc. Assessing, developing and adapting IEC/HP materials according to the needs of the project. Leading focus-group discussions with target groups to ensure adequacy, relevance, broadcasting and full awareness of the messages, ensuring they are worded in a pedagogic manner.
Further develop IEC tools around the area of social media (communication strategy). In collaboration with the manager of the Youth Friendly Centre, develop edutainment materials for the adolescents and youth. Coordinate peer educators and develop trainer for trainers’ program.
Collaboration and Networking: Ensure regular collaboration with the MSF medical team such as Medical Team Leader, Midwife Activity Manager, Social Worker and Project Coordinator to ensure an efficient, effective and integrated service between community and clinic.
Liaising with other relevant actors (national and International NGO’s, authorities) also involved in prevention activities, analyzing interventions and building cooperative relationships and advocacy, to enhance the influence of the campaigns and messages and to improve awareness among the targeted population. Build and maintain partnerships and collaboration with other SGBV partners and relevant stakeholders.
Knowing protocols and general SOPs for (SGBV), emergency program and youth friendly services. Identify beneficiaries and refer them to the medical team for treatment according to protocols.
Supervising the IEC/HP team and their activities, in and outside health facilities, reporting difficulties and progress as well as adapting format and content when necessary. Ensuring that HP/IEC participates in counselling services when needed
Management: In close collaboration with the HR department, Planning and supervising the team and participating in all the HR and admin associated processes (recruitment, training, evaluation, development and internal communication) of the IEC / HP staff of the project. Provide ongoing technical support and mentorship for the team to develop professional and technical competency. Define specific objectives and conduct yearly evaluations for the team members. Define gaps in the team knowledge and organize, in collaboration with the Admin and Learning and Development Manager, a proper training schedule.
Participating in the monthly reports according to guidelines (SitReps, Statistical reports, etc, Compile, monthly, quarterly reports


Qualifications & Requirements:


Dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field (Community Development, Social Work, Public Health, Health Promotion, International Human Rights, Gender Studies) or Bachelor’s degree with commensurate work experience
Experience: At least 2 years practical experience in development programming at international or national level
Experience leading teams and mentoring staff; Expertise in gender, women’s rights and human rights is a plus; Experience with vulnerable populations, and SGBV survivors
Public speaking and strategic planning experience required; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently; Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail
Languages: - Fluency in English and Kiswahili is a must, other local languages are an added value
Knowledge: - Essential Computer Literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Competences: - People Management and Development, Commitment to MSF Principles; Behavioural Flexibility; Results and Quality Orientation; Teamwork and Cooperation
Applicants MUST be Kenyan nationals and have the necessary statutory documents (ID, NSSF, NHIF, and a PIN certificate). more

GENERAL OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

Tembo (MSF) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Strategic Plan Coordinator to be in charge of coordinating and accompanying the construction of the new strategic plan of Tembo. The Strategic Plan Coordinator will be responsible for driving the strategic planning process across departments, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, and supporting the... achievement of both short-term and long-term objectives. The position will be under the direct supervision of the Head of Tembo and should work in close collaboration with Tembo Program Manager.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION

Coordination of strategic plan building process 


Define the scope, methodology and micro-planning of the strategic plan development process, in collaboration with Tembo MT.
Share and disseminate the WoW and methodology of the process among all stakeholders involved.
In close collaboration with the Programme Manager, support Tembo managers and heads of department by leading the discussions based upon learning and challenges in implementation of the strategy, with a focus on: Where are we?  Where do we want to be? How will we get there?
Identify critical gaps, conduct analyses, and identify strategic opportunities together with the different stakeholders in the movement, members of Tembo governance levels, and Tembo team members, through a participatory approach (interviews, focus groups, attendance at key events, surveys, etc).
Collect, Review, and Analyze the feedback and results coming from Tembo team and external stakeholders’ consultations and workshops.
Engage with the different members of Tembo Board, Steering Committee and Working Group, strategic partners, and other corresponding platforms (IDRH, HR29, ISM, ITL, etc.) to prioritize strategic direction and refine mission, vision, objectives and strategy resulting in the common definition of key objectives.


Review and identification of relevant organizational documents


Identify challenges and lessons learnt from the previous Business Case that should be taken into consideration when building the new Strategic Plan. 
Draft an initial report on lessons learnt from TIC funded business case which will serve as a baseline for final TIC report.
Review indicators and KPIs stated in Business Case and previous Operating Model, identify gaps and/or inconsistencies with the key orientations for 2026.
Review initial version of Tembo catalogue of services and identify potential gaps and/or inconsistencies with the key strategic orientations for 2026.
Identify and review other sources of information (Activity reports, project charters etc.).


Draft and dissemination of Tembo Strategic Plan


Based on the analysis of feedback collected among all stakeholders involved, and on the review of organizational documents, draft the Tembo Strategic Plan around key objectives.
Support Tembo MT in designing appropriate systems and metrics for Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Impact to best align with identified key objectives and expected results. 
Provide written inputs to the development of the strategic framework for presentation and endorsement at Board level (Q3 of 2025).


SELECTION CRITERIA


Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategic planning and/or management of complex projects involving multiple and diverse stakeholders.
Good understanding of the institutional functioning of the MSF movement and institutional stakeholders (MSF Operational Centers / MSF governance etc.).
Previous experience with MSF is a must.
Excellent organizational, analytical and planning skills.
Experience in organizational and change management is an advantage. 
Proven excellent communication and facilitation skills, including in multicultural settings.
Working knowledge of design and implementation of participatory group methodologies.
Fluency in English is required. Fluency in French and/or Spanish is desirable. 
Solid digital skills (Word, Excel, PPT, Power BI, Mural etc…). more