JOB PURPOSE
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and highly-organized Technical Advisor to provide technical
expertise and support in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the project-Interrupting
transmission of Schistosomiasis and Soil Transmitted Helminthiasis. You will work closely and collaborate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international partners, during the project’s implementation and evaluation phases.
The position will be based in Bungoma, with regular travels to the field to provide technical and implementation support to both County and National governments and other actors. This role requires a solid understanding of Kenya’s health system, the NTD program in Kenya, and the epidemiology and control strategies for various NTDs.
Program Management
- Oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the program.
- Ensure the NTD control and elimination activities are designed and implemented in line with national and international guidelines
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to design and implement evidencebased strategies to control and eliminate NTDs in accordance with national and international guidelines
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of NTD interventions, analyze data, and propose adaptive measures to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
- Develop detailed work plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure the effective execution of the project’s activities
Technical Expertise
- Provide technical guidance to field teams and partners working on NTD control projects.
- Provide specialized knowledge on NTDs, including current best practices and emerging trends.
- Ensure the use of evidence-based strategies in all program activities.