Management Sciences for Health (MSH) Vacancies

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization with over four decades of experience strengthening health systems, local capacity and institutions. MSH takes a comprehensive approach to improving health to achieve scalability, lasting impact, and sustainability.

Our mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

MSH would like to invite suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join its team based in Nairobi, Kenya on the Health Commodities and Services Management (HCSM) Program and the Leadership Management and Sustainability (LMS) Project.

The HCSM program is part of USAID/Kenya’s Central/National and Regional Health Systems Strengthening Support focusing on; strengthening commodity management systems in both MoMS / MoPHS and in peripheral facilities, strengthening pharmaceutical policy and services and strengthening Laboratory Systems.

The LMS Project in Kenya supports public sector units of the health system, non-governmental organizations (NGO), faith based organizations (FBO) and other USAID partners by strengthening the leadership and management capabilities at the provincial, district and community level facilities.

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist - HCSM Program

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist is responsible for leading the development and implementation of a plan to monitor progress, evaluate effectiveness, and disseminate results of the Project activities and innovations.

The M&E Specialist has primary responsibility for identifying M&E needs, designing and maintaining data collection systems and for ensuring that all necessary information, from both routine reporting as well as from ad hoc data collection efforts and special studies, is collected, analyzed and used in guiding internal project planning and informing external partners about project activities and accomplishments.

The M&E Specialist conducts all appropriate analysis, including the use of complimentary data sets and secondary analysis, and fully documents activities and accomplishments in the form of reports, publications, and presentations.

Applicants will possess a Masters degree in public health, demography, epidemiology, program evaluation or equivalent with a minimum 5 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of USG –funded health and/or HIV/AIDS programs, including the use of data to inform decision making, planning, resource allocation and other strategic initiatives.

Internal Auditor – HCSM Program

The Internal Auditor functionally reports to the Director of Internal Audit based at the Head Quarters and is responsible for conducting internal audits for the HCSM Program in Kenya.

He/she plans and conducts the audits and submits reports to the Director Internal Audit.

He/ she will review internal controls, test financial transactions and assets, and check compliance with funding agency regulations and contractual requirements. Audits are conducted in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (SPPIA), the US Government Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAGAS) for US Government Funding and MSH’s Internal Audit policies and procedures.

Applicants must have a minimum of undergraduate qualification in Finance, Economics, Accounting or equivalent and be fully qualified accountants holding CPA (K) or its equivalent and be registered members of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.

Candidates who possess relevant postgraduate qualifications will have a distinct advantage. At least 10 years working experience 3 of which will be at senior-level auditing and finance in a busy office. Experience with US government contract auditing, preferably USAID is an added advantage.

Office Manager – HCSM Program

The Office Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the Kenya office and making sure that technical efforts and field activities are fully supported by coordinating program information and providing logistics support.

She / He will be responsible for ensuring that all MSH Kenya office tasks are carried through to completion, and information disseminated to all project staff.

Job responsibilities will include office administration, inventory management and tracking, maintenance and security, develop and maintain proper office record/filing system.

The Office Manager ensures that MSH policies and procedures are adhered to when project activities are conducted. Applicants will possess a University Degree in Business Management / Administration or equivalent with at least 5 years relevant experience in a busy organization.

Demonstrated competence in assessing priorities and managing a variety of activities in a time sensitive environment required. Ability to work independently and take initiative is required for this role.

Program Associate, Network Administrator and IT Support (LMS Project)

The Program Associate, Network Administrator and IT Support primary responsibility is to provide support to users of new and existing technology and the local area network (LAN/WAN).

The Program Associate, Network Administrator and IT Support provides technical assistance for development, deployment and maintenance of ICT systems that will improve performance and connectivity to meet the needs of the organization and its clients.

This includes ensuring adequate ICT Infrastructure to facilitate efficient information flow and network linkages for the organization to provide a world class service.

In addition, s/he will ensure staff training in ICT is enhanced so that this resource and the information gathered are used effectively. Candidates will possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field with at least 5 years relevant experience. Strong experience in computer or software use and the ability to work well with various skill levels of users.

Extensive knowledge in administering Microsoft Windows 2003 operating systems, and knowledge of antivirus system such as Symantec End Point Security or any other antivirus system. Considerable knowledge of DNS, DHCP, Active Directory and the understanding of the Local Area Network required.

Applicants will possess high integrity and strong interpersonal skills.

For further detail and to apply; please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com by May 11, 2011.

If you cannot apply online, or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.