Jobs at Amref Kenya

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for the collation and analysis of information from all the network, manage feedback and complaints from the network
• Take charge of the general administration of National ISRS for the Ministry of Health
• Take charge of the general administration of National ISRS for the Ministry of Health
• Liaise with all the stakeholders to ensure that ISRS resources are mapped and facilitate the resupply of commodities to the country
• Coordinate Quarterly stakeholders’ review meetings on ISRS activity implementation and operationalization
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including IPC standards, Biosafety and biosecurity through ongoing training and adherence to established protocols.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and review quarterly report from the county ISRS focal persons
• Serve as the primary point of contact for specimen-related inquiries from internal departments, external partners, and clients
• Maintain detailed records of specimen transfers, including chain of custody documentation, tracking logs, and incident reports
• Generate regular reports on specimen volume, turnaround times, and quality metrics for management review
• Stay informed about relevant regulations and guidelines governing specimen handling, transportation, and privacy

Education and experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Laboratory Sciences with integrated results-based management as applied in the health sector as one of the areas of expertise
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in laboratory management; experience working with national and counties, especially in program implementation
• Officer should be registered and a valid a license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board (KMLTTB).
• Strong knowledge and work experience in planning and implementing sample transportation strategies including monitoring and evaluation is required.

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Research/Learning and Data Analysis:

• Assist in developing survey protocols, designing data collection instruments, and survey implementation
• Conduct data analysis from surveys and routine program activities to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform program strategies and decision-making
• Develop and maintain databases to store and organize program-related data.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings to program staff, management, and various stakeholders.
• In collaboration with stakeholders, develop and implement project specific learning agenda under NTD program

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Support the program team in designing monitoring and evaluation indicators and plans
• Collaborate with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and program outcomes.
• Develop and execute a data quality assurance plan while offering technical guidance to improve data quality and reporting systems
• Provide support in the design and implementation of surveys, impact assessments, and evaluations.
• Technical Support: Develop and refine cost-effectiveness models, monitoring & evaluation frameworks, and theories of change
• Conduct in-depth data analyses using advanced statistical methods and tools to uncover patterns, correlations, and insights
• Actively collaborate with the Ministry of Health, key partners, and stakeholders to report progress, impact, and best practices at county, national, and international forums
• Participate in various internal and external disease-specific and monitoring & evaluation technical working groups
• Provide training and technical support to program staff on data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Development of Terms of Reference for various consulting opportunities

Reporting & KnowledgeManagement

• Support in the development of periodic internal and donor reports, including presentations to communicate the insights and findings from the data to stakeholders, which can influence policy and decisionmaking processes.
• Provide Technical support to NTD projects in updating of Amref Information Management System (AIMS) and utilizing it for knowledge management
• Work with the program's knowledge management officer and program team to develop successful, impactful stories for broader dissemination
• Contribute to the preparation of presentations, proposals, and other documentation as needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics/economics/related field with 3-5 years of experience OR
• Master’s degree in Health Economics/Public Health with a specialization in health economics/Statistics with 3 years of experience.
• At least three years as a Data Analyst, preferably in the health sector or a related field.
• Proficiency in statistical software, specifically Stata or R and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting high-quality research, data analysis, and report writing.
• Versatile and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining highquality standards.
• Detail-oriented, excellent in oral and written communication, with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.