Medical Doctor

Project Director – Medical Doctor

Christian Health Association of Kenya, a national faith based organization committed to promoting access to quality health care is seeking suitable candidates for the position of Project Director for a CDC funded comprehensive HIV AIDS Care and Treatment Project implemented in faith based affiliated sites in Central, Eastern, Coast and Nairobi regions.

The position reports to the General Secretary.

Project Director – Medical Doctor

Key roles and responsibilities 

• Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of HIV care , treatment and support strategy.
• Provide leadership to the project implementing staff, partners and sub-grantees.
• Coordinate partner engagement in project planning, implementation and performance monitoring.
• Coordinate preparation of periodic project progress reports and ensure timely presentation to the donor & partners.
• Responsible for efficient communication among project partners, donor and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate capacity building of implementing partners and ensure compliance with donor regulations.
• Coordinate proposal development for continuation application.
• Promote information exchange and networking with partners, NASCOP/MOH, NACC and other agencies.

Desired Skills 

• Technical expertise and experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, care and support.
• Demonstrated organizational, leadership and management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USG/PEPFAR compliance regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a team player.

Education and Experience 

• Medical Doctor with MPH or advanced medical degree, MMed (Internal Medicine, Pediatrics or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HIV & AIDS programs and donor funded project management.
• Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and communication applications.

Applications with detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, names, address, Email and telephone contact of two referees should be addressed to:

The General Secretary
P.O. Box 30690 – 00100 GPO, Nairobi
Tel: (020) 4441920 / 0722-203617 / 0733-334419
Fax: (020) 4440306
Email: secretariat@chak.or.ke or hr@chak.or.ke

The closing date for receiving all applications is August 16, 2013