Technical Advisor-Health and Nutrition

Job Title: Technical Advisor-Health and Nutrition

Reports to: Programme Coordinator- Health and Nutrition

Direct Reports: None

Closely Work With: County Health, Nutrition and WASH Technical leads

Job Location: Nairobi with travel field areas (Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Kenya at the time of application – National Position)

Contract Details: Fixed term – 12 months renewable subject to performance and funding availability

Salary Range: Gross Salary (Kes 254,505 -316,821) Per Month

Job Summary:

The jobholder is responsible to support coordination, program quality, technical guidance, planning, management and implementation of the Health, Nutrition and WASH program. The specialist will closely support the team and liaise with other functional managers to ensure day-to-day activities are implemented within the established framework for the project, timescales, budget and quality. S/he will continually monitor all aspects of project performance by instituting the use of necessary project management processes and tools.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Program planning and development

• Provide technical support to staff and oversee capacity building of MoH, partner agency and staff members to promote delivery of quality nutrition services

• Support the health and nutrition team to coordinate health and nutrition interventions.

• Participate in the development of annual programme proposal and work plans in coordination with the County Health and Nutrition teams.

• Support in preparation of programme proposals for submission to donors for funding.

• Prepare high quality and timely reports for Concern and donors (quarterly and annual) and other reports as required.

• Guide the programme team to embed a health systems strengthening approach into Concern’s Urban and ASAL health and nutrition programmes with a focus on governance, budgeting and resource allocation, human resource management system, supplies and logistics system, health management information system and the service delivery.

• Ensure that the project adheres to Concern’s essential standards on project management and well as in line with donor requirements.

• Technical support in the implementation innovative approaches including IMAM surge and pilots, Family MUAC, approaches etc.

• Contribute to and maintain strong links with other programme managers (Livelihoods, Education and Advocacy) to reinforce a strong integrated programming approach.

• Assist in advocacy to inform policy makers and assist in policy review based on program learning and field-based evidence.

  Program Quality and monitoring

• Support field teams on effective and quality programme management and implementation.

• Monitor the programme against objectives outlined in the programme plan and international standards.

• Support the team in the review and regularly update of detailed implementation plans, phased budgets, procurement plans, M & E plans, and work plans guiding all programme implementation and ensure this is used by the project teams to monitor project progress towards completion.

• Work closely with MEAL teams at Concern and at Consortium level to strengthen the use of data to make decisions to improve the quality of the program

• Support the integration of innovations and best practices across the program

• Oversee technical assistance and capacity strengthening activities for health and nutrition staff and partner organizations to enhance program quality and impact.

• Make frequent visits to the field to monitor the delivery of quality intervention and propose recommendations to Project Lead for quality improvement

• Technical support in planning, coordination and implementation on assessments, surveys and evaluations.

  Reporting and documentation

• Supports the documentation of project activities, achievements and challenges in regular internal reports and also ensures that external reporting obligations are met

• Monthly analysis of performance of the program

• Lead the development, review, and submission of high-quality weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

• Analyse and disseminate trip and training reports and follow up on action items.

  Representation/ Coordination

• Assist in strengthening relationships and networking, including with the national nutrition technical forum, various TWGs and other Health and nutrition partners and stakeholders

• Work with the programme Coordinator to prepare presentations on program issues and any other technical materials as needed.

• Represent Concern at key National technical committees on the development of guidelines, tools, materials. Such technical forums include MYCN/ Capacity/Advocacy/ENAC/NITWG among others.

• Maintain good working relationships and co-ordination with County and national partners.

Other Duties

• Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
• Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
• Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies
• Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
• Any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager

Person Specification

Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

• BSc in Nutrition or related field (Masters in Public health or related field is an added advantage)
• At least four to six (4-6) years’ experience in Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition programming with experience of nutrition and health system strengthening in both a development and emergency context. One (1) year experience in a management position
• Previous employment or extensive collaboration and networking with NGOs.
• Proven success partnering with the Ministry of Health and extensive collaboration and networking with NGOs
• Good understanding of cross cutting issues-gender, HIV and AIDS, DRR, etc. and how to integrate them into public health/nutrition programmes
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking, coordination and leadership skills
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
• Ability to work in a systematic and organized manner
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and values
• Commitment to adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and Associated Policies

Competencies required:

• Delivering results
• Communicating and working with others
• Planning and decision-making
• Influence, advocacy and networking

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a consultancy opportunity with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their consultancy contract. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to do consultancy work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, being hired as a consultant with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.

Concern’ is the trading name of ‘Concern Worldwide’, a company limited by guarantee, registered number 39647; registered charity number CHY 5745, registered in Ireland, registered address is 52-55 Lower Camden Street, Dublin 2, Ireland. Follow Concern online: www.concern.net

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three professional referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ”Technical Advisor-Health and Nutrition” on or before Wednesday**, 15th January 2025**. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (for application, written test, interview, training, medical examination etc.) nor act through recruitment agents. This is applicable for all opportunities including staff and interns.

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