ICF International Reproductive Health Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist Job in Nairobi, Kenya

ICF International Reproductive Health Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Reproductive Health Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist - Kenya Job Number: 1400003373
Description: Health, Education, and Social Programs
International Health and Development Division
Nairobi, Kenya
Job Description:
The International Health and Development Division of ICF International seeks a Reproductive Health Epidemiologist to join our growing team of technical staff in Kenya.
The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and aims to support strengthening the M&E systems for the Family Health Division and Reproductive Health Unit.
It will require working through appropriate GOK institutions and stakeholders to strengthen coordination, integration of approaches and coverage, quality and use of reproductive health information.
This is under the MEASURE Evaluation PIMA project which focuses on strengthening the capacity of targeted national health programs in improving the collection and use of quality information at national and sub-national levels for evidence-based decision making.
This position is responsible for data mining, management, and analysis and reporting for national and county level on Family and Reproductive Health thematic areas.
The position aims at ensuring knowledge and skill transfer to the Division and Unit staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities of the Reproductive Health Epidemiologist include:

Build capacity of RMHSU staff including county level staff and partners on M&E including designing data collection tools, data entry and data cleaning, data analysis (qualitative and quantitative) and report writing

Support the review and maintainance of a functional national RH monitoring system for priority program components

Assist in organizing technical M&E trainings in liaison with USAID program partners and other stakeholders

Work directly with staff in target counties to improve the collection, management, and dissemination of service statistics

Creating various analysis outputs for use in program decision making, developing and implementing program plans, collaborating with other partners to integrate RH data in their analysis, writing analytical reports for publication, data management, and providing guidance on appropriate data use.

Support the production of quality annual reports in line with the RH Strategy and Annual Work plan

Provide guidance to project staff on how to integrate RH and population analysis tools in routine analyses and project activities

Use data in program annual planning, reporting, strategy development and review

Participate in coordination meetings and other information sharing fora as appropriate for planning and coordination of program activities

Support effective research and evaluation for priority program components to measure effectiveness of RH strategies

Contribute to the development and implementation of the RH research agenda Approximate travel: 30%
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications

Post graduate training in public health, health sciences, epidemiology, program evaluation, biostatistics or related field, and a minimum of eight years relevant M&E experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

8-10 years’ experience in M&E of health programs including the development and implementation of M&E frameworks and performance management plans, strengthening of health information systems, or training and capacity building Preferred Skills/Experience:

Experience working with the subnational level particularly the new county structures

Experience working with reproductive, maternal, neonatal, and child health (RMNCH) programs

Prior experience with USAID health programs

Working with multiple stakeholders from the Government of Kenya/Ministry of Health, implementing partners and private sector

Advanced analytical techniques, mining, managing and analyzing large data sets

Experience in facilitating M&E capacity-building efforts

Demonstrated knowledge of STATA, SPSS or SAS for analysis of multiple data sets

Strong higher order statistical skills such as working with trend data a plus

Qualitative data analysis skills is a plus Professional Skills

Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills

Strong analytical and decision making abilities

Excellent knowledge of M&E systems in Kenya

Report writing, dissemination, use and knowledge management

Project coordination and logistics management

Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Capacity building and mentoring skills About ICF International:
ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) provides professional services and technology solutions that deliver beneficial impact in areas critical to the world's future.
ICF is fluent in the language of change, whether driven by markets, technology, or policy.
Since 1969, we have combined a passion for our work with deep industry expertise to tackle our clients' most important challenges.
We partner with clients around the globe—advising, executing, innovating—to help them define and achieve success.
Our more than 4,500 employees serve government and commercial clients from more than 70 offices worldwide. ICF's website is www.icfi.com.
ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels.
(EEO/AA – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities)
To express interest, please visit our website and apply online to job requisition number 1400003373 at; ICF International Reproductive Health Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist Job .
Closing Date: 31st December 2014.