Amref Health Africa Chief Program Officer Job


  • Amref Health AfricaChief Program Officer
    Amref Health Africa is the largest international health development organisation based in Africa.
    Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, Amref Health Africa’s vision is for lasting health change in Africa and is committed to improving the health of people in Africa by partnering with and empowering communities, and strengthening health systems.
    With headquarters in Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in Ethiopia, Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Southern Africa and West Africa providing services to over 30 countries.
    Employing over 1000 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $90 million, Amref Health Africa is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.
    Amref Health Africa Headquarter is recruiting a Chief Program Officer.
    Ref: SSC/2015/12-24
    Job Grade: E3
    Reporting To: Group Chief Executive Officer
    Department / Program / Project: Programs
    Physical Location: Nairobi
    Supervises: County Directors, Director of Regional Projects and Field Offices
    Main Purpose of Job:- The job holder will oversee all country programs and health program operations of Amref Health Africa.
    Principal Responsibilities
  • Management Oversight to Country and health program operations
  • Support effective implementation of all country programs at the country level
  • Oversee mobilization and deployment of technical support to country programs
  • Coordinate capacity building for Country SMT to ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures and donor rules and regulations
  • Develops & strengthens regional level networks and partnerships
  • Oversees documentation and lessons sharing across the countries, regional projects and field offices.
  • Ensure efficient and effective use of donor and organisation resources at the country level according to the principles of Value For Money
  • Coordinate and oversee continuous country program oversight and support including setting up of a continues quality improvement (CQI) system for the country projects and programs
  • Strategic Program Leadership
  • Take lead in the assessment and set-up of new country offices in Africa
  • Work closely with Group CEO, Business Development Director and ENA offices on new business development by identifying opportunities as well as growing the teams writing capacity
  • Oversee and Chair the Proposals Reviews Committee to drive strategic program growth Coordinate capacity building for Country SMT and for compliance to organisation SOP and donor rules and regulations
  • Develops regional level networks and partnerships
  • Oversees documentation and lessons sharing for regional projects
  • International Board of Directors
  • Support committees of the board as assigned
  • Inform the Group CEO of progress and related matters.
  • Develop a positive and effective working relationship with members of the Board of
  • Directors and Board Committees
  • Supervision and HR Management
  • Develops performance objective with direct supervisees (Field office managers, managers of regional projects) and ensure that each team member has realistic work objectives
  • Completes mid-term and year-end evaluations for staff he/she supervises; reviews, ensure submission of performance management forms within time frame
  • Provide support to staff and promotes team spirit, conducting periodic meetings with staff to ensure good relationship and communication Advocacy
  • Ensure the continued leadership of Amref Health Africa in advocacy efforts with national governmentRequired Qualifications
    Education: Masters degree in relevant field in Public Health or other relevant field.
    Experience: 10 years’ experience in leading international health development organization and at least six years’ experience as a director or manager of programs or their equivalent.
    Core Competencies
  • Highly effective leadership; demonstrates proven team builder. Inclined to coach and teach in order to improve knowledge and ability of others, but holds people accountable for results.
  • An innovator, capable of creating or seizing opportunities to improve service effectiveness and client outcomes and build strategic partnerships with other organizations.
  • Understands and values quality improvement; applies managerial and technical skills to measure and improve efficiency and effectiveness and ensure compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations.
  • Able to effectively address overlapping projects and deadlines. Adaptable and reliable in face of conflict, crisis, or changing priorities.
  • Able to lead a team in managing multiple and often simultaneous tasks and in creating a work environment recognized for a high level of organization, timeliness, cost-effectiveness, accuracy, and results.
  • A demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion; valuing a diversity of perspectives and encouraging contributions by all team members.
  • Business “literate,” understands financial report s, applies data to assess business effectiveness and efficiency and acts in a fiscally responsible manner.Environmental Conditions
    Work Environment: Office with frequent travel
    Hours of Work: Normal working hours (However, the nature of the job from time to time entails some after hours and weekend work)
    How to Apply
    If you are looking for growth and new challenges and have a passion for transforming Africa by bringing lasting health change, you are welcome to join us.
    Complete the online application form HERE attaching your CV.
    We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by January 8th 2016.
    Duly note that Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any fee at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process.
    Amref Health Africa is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
    For more information visit our website Amref Health Africa
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