Introduction:
Planned Parenthood Global (PP Global) is the international division of Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) an international non-governmental organization working in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Job Description
The Associate Regional Director, Service Delivery will provide overall leadership in the development, implementation, and long-term viability of PP Global’s client–centered sexual and reproductive health service delivery projects and; facilitate the efficiency and effectiveness of services so that PP Global’s partners in Africa can carry out their respective missions to provide sustainable quality services. The position reports to the Africa Regional Director.
The position will be based in the Africa Regional Office- Nairobi, Kenya
Position requirements:
Education: Master's or advanced degree in public health, health administration, health systems management, international development, sociology or related field.
Experience: Minimum of ten years’ experience in management of multi-country SRH programs in sub-Saharan Africa preferably with an international NGO, including experience in: program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; developing and monitoring work plans and budgets; working with programs to identify and address training and technical assistance needs, preferably with a focus on rights-based sexual and reproductive health service delivery; and managing work with implementing partners.
Skills: Ability to: work independently and as a member of a team; conceptualize programs; analyze and synthesize information; verbally communicate clearly and persuasively in English, including conducting presentations; facilitating workshops; anticipate, prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a timely manner with a keen attention to detail and follow-through; to independently or through consultation identify the root cause of a problem, determine a solution and systematically implement a solution.
Must have excellent English writing skills and proficiency in using computer software including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, statistical analysis software, and information databases. Must possess professional maturity and demonstrate good interpersonal, negotiation and decision-making skills, as well as cultural sensitivity.
Travel: Ability to travel nationally and internationally a minimum of 40% of time.
Other Requirements: Fluency in oral and written French, Swahili or other regional language is desirable.
To apply send your application cover letter, curriculum vitae with three references and salary expectation via email to aro.recruit@ppfa.org with Associate Regional Director, Service Delivery as the Email Subject.
The deadline for applications is 7th October 2016.
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