Position Overview:
The Programs Manager oversees the organization and leads the Maternal and Child Health and Peacebuilding programs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the implementation of the organization's strategic goals and objectives and lead Program delivery according to the set plans and timelines while ensuring that adequate consultations continuously happen with all... key stakeholders. Support staff and partners to engage effectively with communities, CSOs, and Government. The programs manager strengthens the institutions and practices for rigorous project design, monitoring, evaluation, and learning at CPN and contributes toward CPN becoming a true learning organization.
Key Responsibilities:

Program Management:

Effectively manage and oversee two key programs: one focusing on Maternal and Child Health and the other on Peace-building.
Develop, implement, and evaluate program strategies to ensure alignment with the organization's mission and objectives.
Monitor program budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure efficient and effective programs and project delivery.
Oversee all financial procedures and systems and ensure that all financial records are up to date and financial and procurement policies adhered to the letter


Strategic Planning:

Work closely with senior management to contribute to the development of the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
Translate strategic plans into actionable initiatives for the health and peacebuilding programs.


Team Leadership:

Provide leadership and guidance to program staff, ensuring a collaborative and cohesive working environment.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability within the program teams.
Supervises a team of 10-20 employees, including five programs and admin staff in the office as well as 13 community health promoters in the field offering leadership and guidance as needed


Stakeholder Engagement:

Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and donors.
Represent the organization at relevant meetings, conferences, and events.


Monitoring and Evaluation:

Implement robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess program impact and effectiveness.
Regularly report on program and project outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.


Resource Mobilization:

Collaborate with the fundraising team to identify and pursue funding opportunities for program sustainability and growth.
Prepare grant proposals and reports for donors and partners.


Reporting and Documentation:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of program and project activities, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
Prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external use.



Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field e.g., International Development, Public Health, Peace Studies, Management, Community Development
Proven 3-5 years of experience in program and project management, with a focus on health and peace-building initiatives.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
Knowledge of budgeting, financial management, and fundraising.
Commitment to the values and mission of the organization. more

Job Overview 
We are seeking an organized and passionate psychosocial counselor to support  
Community Maternal and Child Health project in an urban informal settlement context in Nairobi. As a project officer, this position will work closely with other team members will be responsible for leading individual and group counseling sessions for CPN MCH project participants.  The position holder... will facilitate psychoeducation training for CPN staff, program participants, and community members on mental health topics. The position holder must be proficient in conducting assessments and data collection, and comfortable with reporting data internally 
Major Responsibilities  

  Participate in the development of professional, effective, and appropriate psychosocial programming, including direct individual and group counseling support, and expanded mental health services.  
Provide professional and confidential one-on-one and group counseling services to individuals with personal and social challenges such as conflict, parenting, sexual and gender-based violence, death/grief, perinatal depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.  
Lead mental health awareness raising and/or sensitization campaigns among participants in the community and within the organization  
Co-facilitate training on maternal and child heath behavior change communication and psychoeducation.  
Participate in and contribute to the development and roll-out of maternal and child health curriculum with modules on maternal mental health  
Compile monthly and quarterly counseling reports on the referred cases, including analysis of behavioral trends and patterns and the identified solutions.  
Lead psychological assessments for clients, assist with data collection on psychosocial activities, and maintain records and databases with the utmost integrity and confidentiality.  
Undertake referrals to partner organizations as appropriate.  
Participate in routine departmental work plan reviews and assist with preparing relevant reports for management and funders.   

Job Requirements 
Essential 

Diploma in Counseling Psychology from a recognized university or Diploma in Social work and Development (KNEC).  
Registered member of a recognized body of counselors and psychologists
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in a not-for-profit organization
Excellent command of English and Kiswahili.  
Confident user of Microsoft and google suit  

DESIRABLE 

Be a Christian
Aged 30 and above
Bachelor’s degree in Counseling Psychology.  
Prior experience working in an urban informal settlement   
Knowledge of safeguarding and other child protection policies and protocols more