Duties and Responsibilities:-
Reporting to the project manager, the Project Associate will provide support to the project manager and the HMB team for the following duties and responsibilities:
Support coordination and implementation of project strategies and Action Plans:-
- Provide support for integration of Human Milk Banking into essential newborn care through engagement with stakeholders including the Ministry of Health.
- Support development and preparation of result – oriented work plans, AWPs, critical paths and other project management tools, and;
- Provide support to the implementation of the internal standard operating procedures (POPPs) in the project.
Support Partnership building and networking
- Support the coordination of partner activities and manage sub grantees
- Provide TA to partners where necessary
- Represent PATH as a member of the human milk banking team in in various for a including ot TWGs and other meetings as may be assigned
Support the establishment of systems for the increase of access to human milk banks in Kenyas.
- Plan, coordinate and conduct consultative meetings with stakeholders.
- In consultation with global and national technical and policy, leaders facilitate and lead the revision t of Kenya specific national guidelines and operating procedures for establishment and operation of a human milk bank.
- Work closely with PATH global and Kenya human milk banking teams to utilize and adapt existing resources and pilot systems strengthening tools to enhance quality and robust implementation.
- Facilitate the development of training tools for national and provincial stakeholders and adapt behavior change communication materials as appropriate.
- Provide communication and information to partners on the processes required for the establishment of the human milk banks.
Support operations research and other related assessments
- Work with the research partners and provide the necessary support for the OR.
- Facilitate meetings with stakeholders.
- Coordinate the planning and implementation of assessments.
Support Advocacy and communication work on human milk banking
- Facilitate the development of communication and advocacy plan.
- Support the development of communication materials for awareness raising.
- Coordinate advocacy and awareness meetings and events at the national and county level
- A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline, or a combination of Diploma in Business Administration or related subject and equivalent professional experience. Training and experience in nutrition and public health is an added advantage
- Minimum 3 years demonstrated experience in supporting skills in designing and implementing child health, nutrition, or development projects with multiple objectives and associated activities.
- At least three years in a role that involved regular communication with the Kenyan MOH at national, county and/or sub county levels and joint planning, implementation, and evaluation of activities.
- Demonstrated effectiveness producing accurate work product with attention to detail, even while under deadline pressure.
- Robust technical knowledge of maternal and child nutrition is essential.
- Strong understanding of holistic child development and the role played by responsive caregiving, health, nutrition, early learning, and protection/security in ensuring appropriate development.
- Demonstrated ability to work with the Kenyan MOH at county and sub county levels and extensive knowledge of the Kenyan health system is essential.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a demonstrated capacity to solve problems with energy, flexibility, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.
- Flexible, detail oriented, organized, adaptable to changing priorities, and able to take the initiative and to meet strict deadlines.
- Comfortable working in a team environment.
- Ability to work with various technologies (computers, mobile phones, etc.) and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including presentation, training, and facilitation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage several major activities simultaneously, and work in a complex environment with short deadlines.
- Experience working with international organizations is a plus.
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.
PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.