Jobs at International Rescue Committee

Key Responsibilities:

Neonatal Health:

• Monitor newborn health and identify any potential complications.
• Monitor breastfeeding and offer guidance on other nutrition options.
• Provide linkage with Nutrition for vulnerable Neonates as per assessment.
• Administer essential neonatal interventions, such as treatment of common ailments and vaccinations.

Maternal Health:

• Provide comprehensive antenatal care, including health assessments, counseling, and education.
• Assist with normal deliveries and conduct emergency deliveries for clients presenting in second stage at the clinic.
• Provide postnatal care, including counseling on breastfeeding, family planning, and newborn care.
• Identify and manage and/or refer high risk conditions during pregnancy and postpartum periods.
• Perform essential procedures such as blood pressure monitoring, fetal heart rate monitoring, and vaginal examinations.
• Provide Maternal EPI services (Tetanus injections) as per schedule.
• Offer family planning counseling and services, including long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs).
• Provide post-abortion care and cervical cancer screening and treatment services.

Child Health:

• Provide immunization services according to the Expanded Program of immunization (EPI) schedule.
• Manage common childhood illnesses, such as diarrhea, pneumonia, and malaria.
• Conduct growth monitoring and promote optimal child development through child welfare clinic (CWC).
• Provide nutritional counseling and support.

Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all patients.
• Submit timely reports on maternal, newborn, and child health indicators.

Training and Supervision:

• Participate in training and capacity-building activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Community Outreach:

• Conduct in-facility health education sessions on maternal, newborn, and child health topics.
• Participate in community outreach activities to promote health-seeking behaviors on needs basis.
• Together with the nurse and clinician, organize for adequate clinic coverage when required.
• Carry out any other additional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Safeguarding:

• Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment. Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.

Key Result Areas:

• Reduced maternal and neonatal mortality rates
• Increased uptake of antenatal and postnatal care services
• Increased uptake of EPI services
• Reduction of malnutrition through monitoring of children at the child welfare clinic
• Improved family planning utilization rates
• Strengthened community -facility linkage.
• Effective supervision and mentorship of junior staff.

Required Qualifications:

• KRCHN, KRN/KRM.
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Required Experience & Competencies:

• At least 1 years of experience in a busy maternal child health department/clinic.
• Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care / Respectful maternal newborn competency trainings highly desirable.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of maternal and child health
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging environments
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

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Key Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of the Hospital and Environmental cleaning team ensuring adequate coverage and man hours are achieved
• Provide on Job mentorship of the hospital and environmental cleaning team
• Based on a given patient-diagnosis, collaborates with the medical team to evaluate the need and support for IPC implementation, if needed, for transmission-based precautions (air, droplet and contact)
• In collaboration with the Hospital Nursing officer in charge, implement transmission-based precautions for air, droplet and contact transmissible diseases when indicated, and monitor adherence
• Provide regular clinical and technical supervision, training and support to the staff on IPC related issues using existing tools such as audits, checklists, or surveillance
• Ensure that organizational aspects in the facility are respected (bed spacing, number of handwashing stations etc…), the correct ‘clean and dirty flows’ inside the healthcare facility and together with Nursing officer in charge and ensure requirements are available in the health facilities
• Participate and coordinate actively in other group/ as Antimicrobial Stewardship and in antimicrobial resistance surveillance
• Improve compliance with aseptic care technique and the correct use of antiseptics, detergent and disinfectants, through training and audits
• Ensure quality, correct and rational use of IPC material and equipment and monitor consumption including cleaning materials and equipment, PPE etc.
• As core member of the Infection Prevention and Control Committee, make sure the meeting is regular, lively and proactive, facilitating the development and following up the Infection Prevention and Control Action Plan.
• Active in surgical site and Hospital acquired infections updating the Nursing officer in charge of any events
• To oversee the segregation and proper disposal of medical and general waste according to hospital infection prevention and control guidelines.
• Ensure optimal operation of the incinerator, adhering to all SOPS in incineration
• Ensure appropriate solid and Liquid waste management
• Regularly share and discuss timely, accurate and relevant information with communities about; access and eligibility to services, expected staff behavior, and community feedback, safeguarding mechanisms and how to use them
• Promote formal feedback mechanisms to capture, monitor, respond to, and act on feedback and complaints from communities by documenting feedback received from the community through informal interactions, observations, and focus group discussions. Reporting community needs, preferences, and feedback to managers and client responsiveness focal persons
• Convene and participate in monthly IPC meetings developing and tracking the action plans.
• Work closely with the clinical teams in responding to day-to-day IPC concerns

Key skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of hygiene and sanitation practices in healthcare setting.
• Ability to enforce infection prevention protocols and occupational safety measures.
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Qualifications and Experience.

• A Diploma in environmental health or public health with 2 years’ experience.
• IPC training and certification.
• Prior experience in Waste management and Hospital infection prevention and control or a similar healthcare facility environment preferred.

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• The Medical Officer will offer quality health care to all patients in the hospital and work closely, as the team leader with nurses, staff in lab, pharmacy and health post to ensure all services are offered. 

Key Responsibilities

Program management:

• He/she is in charge of the hospital.
• Ensure all patients are attended to daily in the hospital.
• Ensure the hospital is running effectively in all the wards
• Attend to all emergencies, both medical and surgical.
• Manage and supervise all the staff in respective wards.
• Ensure proper documentation of patient care in patient files.
• Conduct daily ward rounds in respective wards, ie maternity, medical, pediatrics and isolation wards.
• Carry out all elective and emergency obstetric/Gynecological cases in theatre.
• Conduct all elective and emergency surgical cases in theatre.
• Carry out special clinics in the hospital on weekly basis ie, SOPC, GOPC,HRC, MOPC and POPC.
• Attend to all medical legal cases, ie Filling of P3 forms and attend court sessions as deem fit.
• Ensure survivors with sexual assault cases are promptly attended in GBV centre.
• Ensure all Referrals both Emergency and Elective, to secondary and tertiary care centres is done promptly.

Human Resource:

• Be a team leader in the hospital and in the care of patients.
• Attend the Clinical staff meetings and give program updates as required.
• Manage the Clinical Services Program in acting capacity when the Health Manager is not in office.
• Coordinate and Participate the Continuous Medical Education (CME) for staff and give updates   on care of patients.

Program activities:

• Conduct daily ward rounds in respective wards.
• Be the doctor on call on weekly basis, 24hrs 7 days.
• Carry out all emergency surgical/obstetric cases in theatre.
• Conduct all special clinics on weekly basis, SOPC,GOPC,HRC,POPC,MOPC.
• Properly document patient diagnosis, plans of treatment and care on patient files.
• Attend morning Handover meetings and give feedback on patient care.
• Carry out all elective surgical and gynecological cases twice a week in theatre.
• Attend to all medical legal issues, fill P3 forms and attend court sessions.
• Lead in death audits sessions to improve quality of care for patients.          
• Fill the referral forms for both emergency and elective referrals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, MBChB.
• Registered with Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Minimum 2 yrs of working experience in a busy hospital.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

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Key Responsibilities

Data Management

• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date health records for patients.
• Compile, organize, and store patient records following data privacy policies and health facility protocols.
• Ensure timely entry of health data into relevant systems such as KHIS, DHIS2, or LMIS.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Extract data from EMR, compile, and analyse data for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Track key performance indicators and support program monitoring and evaluation.
• Assist in generating reports for stakeholders, including facility leadership, donors and government bodies.

Quality Assurance

• With MEAL team and facility in-charges , conduct regular Data Quality Audits (DQA) to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and reliability.
• Work closely with clinicians and MEAL teams to identify and resolve data discrepancies.
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality of all patient and program data.

System Management

• Manage both paper-based and electronic health records systems effectively.
• Support the transition from manual systems to digital records systems as needed.
• Train staff on data tools and health information systems usage.

Collaboration and Capacity Building

• Provide mentorship and technical support to health facility staff on data management processes.
• Facilitate health information training for staff and data clerks.
• Collaborate with MEAL, clinical teams, and government stakeholders for data alignment and reporting.

Administration

• Manage medical records filing and retrieval systems to ensure efficient access to data.
• Ensure compliance with Ministry of Health (MoH) and facility health records policies.
• Prepare and update facility whiteboards and reporting dashboards.
• Supervise the incentive data clerks

Safeguarding:

• Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment. Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in health Records and Information Management or related field in a recognized institution.

Experience

• At least 2-3 years of experience working as a Health Records Assistants
• Experience with health systems like KHIS, DHIS2
• Experience working with , electronic medical records (EMR) is desirable

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Key Responsibilities

Maternal Care:

• Provide comprehensive antenatal care, including health assessments, counseling, and education.
• Identify high risk pregnancies and making necessary referrals to medical officers.
• Supervise and assist mothers in labor, monitor labor using partograph and nursing care plans.
• Ensure all required observations, prescribed treatments and procedures are properly carried out and documented in the patient’s chart.
• Provide postnatal care, including counseling on breastfeeding, family planning, and newborn care.
• Identify and manage complications during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum periods.
• Ensure birth registration is carried out promptly before discharge of both mother and baby.
• Offering support and counselling following miscarriages, stillbirth, early neonatal death, birth asphyxia and congenital anomalies.
• Arranging and providing health education for the mother, her partner and family.
• Offer family planning counseling and services, including long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs).

Neonatal Care:

• Provide immediate newborn care, including resuscitation, thermal regulation, and early breastfeeding.
• Monitor newborn health and identify any potential complications through assessment of the newborn.
• Administer essential neonatal interventions, such as vitamin K and vaccinations.

Family Planning:

• Provide counseling and education on post-partum family planning methods.
• Offer contraceptive methods, including long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs).

Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records for all patients.
• Submit timely reports on maternal and child health indicators.

Training and Supervision:

• Participate in training and capacity-building activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Community linkage:

• Coordinate with the community health workers to ensure continuity of care of all clients on discharge.

Additional duties:

• Supervise incentive staffs working in the maternity ward
• Escort patient to other referral hospital when necessary.
• Do hospital coverage and on-call as required.
• Monitor and supervise proper usage of supplies.
• Maintain equipment in good condition and submit regular inventory report of the same.
• Carry out any other additional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Key Result Areas:

• Reduced maternal and neonatal mortality rates
• Increased uptake of antenatal and postnatal care services
• Improved postnatal family planning utilization rates
• Effective supervision and mentorship of junior staff.

Required Qualifications:

• KRN/KRM, Bachelors in Midwifery from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya 

Required Experience & Competencies:

• At least 4 years of experience in a busy maternity ward
• Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care is mandatory
• Respectful maternal newborn competency trainings highly desirable.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of maternal and child health
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging environments
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure protection, development and maintenance of hospital facilities
• Facilitate use of Information, Communication and Technology to enhance service delivery
• Ensure effective human resource management and development
• Prepare monthly staff returns
• Support performance management by providing guidelines and tools to staff
• Ensure quarterly performance appraisals by all staff are conducted ,documented and submitted
• Ensure effective financial management in accordance with Government financial and accounting procedures
• Ensure safety and security of employees and patients within the hospital premises in accordance with the disseminate Occupational Safety and Health guidelines to staff
• Ensures that a proper fire safety and disaster plan is in place
• Ensure employee and customer satisfaction surveys are conducted annually and the findings and recommendations implemented
• Ensure that quality assurance systems are in place for monitoring service quality and for investigating incidents and complaints in the hospital
• Ensure that staff complies with the MOH quality assurance guidelines.
• Providing oversight in the procurement function and endorsing procurement documents under delegated authority from the Chief Executive Officer
• Protecting hospital land from encroachment and hospital property from burglary and pilferage.
• Ensuring deployment of security personnel to provide security and patrol the hospital and man gates at all times.
• Coordinate the preparation of the hospital annual operating plan and budget
• Ensure utilization of funds on planned activities is in accordance with the Authority to Incur Expenditure (AIE) and other financial regulations.
• Ensure reliable provision and efficient utilization of electricity, water, gas and communication supplies to the hospital.
• Ensure routine maintenance of motor vehicles and cycles.
• Maintenance of buildings non-residential
• Ensure timely repairs, rehabilitation or alterations to hospital buildings in consultation with the County Works Officer.
• Compound upkeep, Ensure that the hospital compound is well maintained
• Ensure that the hospital registry is functional at all times
• All administrative correspondence to and from the hospital are properly filed in the administration files.
• All correspondence or information about individual members of staff is filed in their respective personnel files.
• Ensure that the mortuary is clean and free from foul smell at all times.
• Ensuring that mortuary coolers and fridges are maintained in good condition
• Prepare and submit monthly or quarterly reports to the Medical Superintendent

Safeguarding:

• Demonstrates a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct by preventing any form of abuse, exploitation or harassment.
• Promotes a safe and respectful environment for clients, colleagues and communities whilst promptly reporting any safeguarding concerns in accordance with IRC policies and procedures.

Key Result Areas:

• Infrastructure development and maintenance
• Human resource management and development
• Performance management
• Financial management and sustainability
• Occupational Safety and Security
• Satisfaction surveys
• Quality assurance
• Procurement Security for staff and patients
• Security for staff and patients
• Provision of utilities
• Transport management
• Estate management
• Records and Information management

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Health administration, or an MBA with Healthcare focus
• 3-5 years’ experience in a Management position preferably in a health sector
• Minimum three years’ experience as a Senior Health Administrative Officer in a high-volume hospital

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Program Activities:

• Conduct daily ward rounds in the maternity.
• Ensure patient management is in line with the set MOH, WHO and UNHCR guidelines and protocols.
• Attend to all maternal and newborn health emergencies.
• Ensure proper and accurate documentation of patient management in patient in the EMR.
• Assist in surgical procedures such as elective and emergency obstetric cases.  
• Operate the special high risk pregnancy outpatient clinic.
• Recommend timely referrals for both obstetric/gynecological related Emergency and elective cases to secondary and tertiary care centers
• Organize and facilitate targeted RH related Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions within the department.
• Take lead in ensuring the work improvement teams (WITs) are institutionalized and are working.
• Perform obstetric ultrasounds.
• Attend and participate in the daily morning hospital handover and bi-weekly hospital meetings.
• Participate in maternal and perinatal mortality and near-miss audits to improve quality of care for patients.
• Participate in the periodic Quality of Care Assessments
• Conduct periodic and scheduled skills gap assessments for maternity nurse/midwives and provide targeted supportive supervision/coaching on maternal, newborn, sexual and reproductive health competencies.

Reporting and Coordination:

• Assist in preparation of periodic progress reports as requested by the HM.
• Monitor closely the maternal and newborn health related morbidity and mortality trends to ensure that prompt actions are taken.
• Work with the maternity team to ensure maternity specific MPDSR action points are tracked and actioned in time.

Others

• Carry out other relevant duties as may be required or assigned by your supervisor.

Key Result Areas

• Quality of care in the maternal and newborn health service
• Ensure quality emergency obstetric and newborn care in maternity ward.
• Prompt referral of patients
• Proper documentation of patient care in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Diploma in clinical medicine from a recognized institution
• Higher diploma in reproductive health from a recognized institution
• Must be registered with clinical officer council of Kenya and have a valid practicing license.

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Key Responsibilities.

• Direct implementation of IMAM, ensuring management of all under-fives/PLWs enrolled in OTP/TSFP programs in line with the WHO, IMAM protocol. Participate in data collection, data entry in IMAM registers and EMR, and reporting of IMAM data through MOH tools and IRC database.
• Ensure timely identification and treatment of acutely malnourished children and pregnant and lactating women by creating or strengthening nutrition surveillance and assessment systems at health facilities and community. Train and mentor staff -CHWs, OPD staff, auxiliary nurses on family MUAC approach.
• Participate in daily ward rounds in the SC ward ensuring that all required observations, prescribed treatment, and procedure are properly carried out and documented in the patients’ cards in line with the national IMAM guidelines.
• Support growth monitoring and promotion at the CWC and conduct individualised nutrition counselling to underweight children and those with faltering growth.  
• Ensure all children under six months and their mothers are screened and managed according to the MAMI protocol/IMAM guidelines.
• Support capacity building and OJT for the incentive staff through identification of capacity gaps and supporting training.
• Implement MIYCN at facility and integrating with CMAM programs through group and individual counselling sessions, health education sessions.
• Monitor utilization of essential nutrition supplies and ensure daily reconciliation of nutrition supplies.
• Compile and submit weekly nutrition reports and monthly MOH summary reports for entry into KHIS/LMIS
• Participate in facility-based data review meetings and share performance on key nutrition indicators.
• Liaise with pharmacist/facility in-charge and order for nutrition commodities to be prepositioned based on consumption and clients on treatment.
• Ensure provision of quality nutrition assessment, counselling and support in NCD clinics, MCH/OPD, Medical wards and Special clinics (POPC, LBW/Preterm).
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• Hold a minimum of a Degree in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics from recognized institution.
• Must be registered with KNDI.

Experience/Competence

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within an INGO in implementing emergency community nutrition
• Experience of Maternal infant and young child nutrition with strong BFHI/BFCI approaches
• Experience in Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition in a health facility
• Experience in nutrition survey and assessment
• Proven analytical, communication/ negotiation skills and ability to think strategically
• Experience in report writing and excellent computer skills
• Ability to work in hardship areas (previous experience in a camp setting will be an added advantage)
• Flexible and positive personality
• Strong planning and implementation capacity
• Confident and capable negotiator, communicator and networker.