Technical Lead-Health Professions Education (HPE) at Amref International University (AMIU)

Job Description

PlPl  Planning and Coordination.

• Develop Quarterly and annual strategic workplans in collaboration with the line functional and operational supervisors; DVC-RCE and regional PEP project manager respectively
•  Generate and share relevant project reports with the regional project manager through the research and community extension office at AMIU
• Participate in the development and implementation of project logical frameworks and M&E plans.
• Support project team in planning, implementation and evaluation of relevant project activities
• Work with relevant stakeholders including regulatory bodies to co-create and supervise the implementation of HPE related activities in the regional PEP project. 
• Liaise with other project staff in implementation sites to ensure harmonious implementation and reporting on the planned activities  

Technical Support

• Design and implement evidence based educational programs in selected partner institutions
• Design and implement relevant education research studies across various partner institutions
•  Mentor and coach healthcare educators and clinical supervisors on Novel, innovative and active teaching methodologies.
• Foster the formation of productive linkages and networks with other entities and partners in the region to ensure there is successful implementation of PEP project activities
• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for educational programs
• Oversight establishing of Simulation Based Learning (SBL) centres of excellence in the region
• Carry out operational research to establish the effectiveness of PEP project interventions
• Participate in organizing project advocacy forums.
• Identify project risks and initiate appropriate interventions
• Monitor progress and document progress made in HPE  components  of the PEP project
• Work in Liaison  with  the Online and Blended Learning (OBL)  teams at AMIU and the larger Amref Health Africa to integrate  various innovative/novel  digital learning  and disruptive training solutions in partner institutions’  core-curriculum.
• Support AMIU faculty to develop and implement Competency  Based Curricula

Community and Resource mobilisation and sensitization

• Engage various stakeholders to enhance the adoption of evidence-based PEP project models and concepts
• Drive targeted audience mobilization and Sensitization in the implementation of PEP activities across all implementation sites
• Assist in the identification of strategic resource persons to work with to enhance achieving of the PEP project goals
• Establish and sustain harmonious and gainful strategic relationships with various stakeholders to facilitate successful project activities and implementation
• Identify opportunities that can enhance the growth of the project and communicate them to the program lead including the AMIU DVC Research and Community Extension
• Contribute to the development of fundraising concept notes and proposals based on emerging opportunities

Financial Management

• Strategically manage financial resources allocated to HPE related activities and share associated reports with the regional project manager through AMIU’s DVC Research and Community Extension.

Research and Innovations

• Development and implementation of research protocols; data collection, report writing and dissemination.
• Support the Research Directorate in grant writing and implementation of research activities.
• Support AMIU faculty and graduate school students to develop and implement various education research studies  
• Support PEP partner institutions to develop and implement various education research studies

Reporting and Documentation

• Assist in data entry and analysis of project activities.
• Provide relevant reports as per project and donor requirements.
• Assist in the capitalisation of best practices and lessons learnt by developing success stories for publication.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Earned PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) in a health-related field, a Bachelor’s degree in a Health or education field and a Masters in HPE, education technology or related field from a recognized University

Required Experience

• Knowledgeable in project management, designing and deployment of Novel and innovative training interventions including Simulation Based Learning (SBL).
• Knowledgeable in conducting education research; with at least 3 publications in HPE related field
• At least five (5) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in curriculum development and training of Human Resource for Health (HRH).   
• Experience in evaluating Health Education Programs
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders in a health development project or program

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Virtual content design and delivery skills
• Project management skills
• Good knowledge of community dynamics, mobilization and participation
• Excellent reporting and computer skills and ICT competencies a must
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Teaching, facilitation skills and presentation skills
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills    
• High level of integrity and honesty
• Team player, agile and results oriented
• Flexible to accommodate emerging yet relevant context-specific needs