Project Officer at Fred Hollows Foundation

Reporting to the Program Manager, you will participate in the development, implementation and monitoring & evaluation of The Fred Hollows Foundation Projects in Kenya - Nyanza Region.

Previous experience in program planning and implementation is essential. Your experience working for a development, government or community based organisation will be looked at favourably. In addition you can demonstrate your ability to cultivate key relationships - developing strategies and resources to influence, persuade and build the confidence of partners, program staff and other stakeholders. A demonstrated interest in public health is highly desirable.

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Social sciences/Public health/Community Development)
• 3+ years’ program coordination and implementation experience in an international development or community based organisation
• Experience coordinating outcomes through partners, as well as the ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to interpret financial management data
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal English skills as well as Swahili
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Fluency in written and spoken English as well as the ability to travel domestically including travel to remote locations will also be essential.

This is an exciting time to join The Fred Hollows Foundation Kenya as we seek to deliver even greater impact and enhance our ability to accomplish our vision.