Public Health Specialist , Nairobi , Kenya

The Axios Foundation seeks candidates for a Public Health Specialist for an upcoming USAID funded Health Evaluations and Program Support project for the East Africa region. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Responsibilities • Work with the Analysis and M&E Advisor in discussions with USAID on the interpretation of task orders; the Specialist will advise the discussions on the development of evaluation questions and the specific data collection methods for every broad evaluation question • Review and advise on prospective consultants and organizations to help build database of qualified local and international experts • Provide quality assurance checks on the technical presentation of findings, presentations and recommendations coming out of assessments and evaluations by the consultants

Qualifications • At least seven (7) years of professional experience working in international health program management and evaluation; evaluation specialty in public health will be an added advantage; • A graduate degree in international public health or related field; • Proven proficiency in their technical areas and demonstrated possession of health program assessment skills and experience; • Excellent computer, writing and communication skills; • Proficient in American English; and • A working knowledge of health issues affecting Kenyan, Eastern and/or sub-Saharan African populations and understanding of the impediments to health within the African context

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please email your CV to sandeep.shamasunder@axiosfoundation.org. Include EVALUATIONS-PHS in the subject line. Closing date for applications: June 30, 2013.

Axios Foundation (AF) is a US-based public charity focused on the implementation of programs to drive access to care in the developing world. Axios Foundation engages with local stakeholders, opinion leaders, government authorities and health facility management to assess and improve local infrastructure, including hospitals and laboratories, and to manage effective supply chain management systems and disease management programs. In addition, the Foundation manages a number of international drug donation programs. Visit us atwww.axiosfoundation.org