Associate Technical Officer, WASH & Nutrition at FHI 360 kenya
FHI 360
Associate Technical Officer, WASH & Nutrition
Duty Station : Kabarnet (KENYA)
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About FHI 360:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Associate Technical Officer, WASH & Nutrition
Description:
The Associate Technical Officer, WASH and Nutrition, provides technical oversight to the Afya Uzazi community-based WASH and Nutrition interventions in Nakuru and Baringo Under the supervision of the STO, SBCC, the ATO, WASH and Nutrition will oversee integration of WASH and Nutrition interventions within Afya Uzazi FP/RMNCAH program. The ATO, WASH and Nutrition, will support a broad range of WASH and Nutrition activities, including activity planning, implementation, evaluation, reporting, technical thought leadership, documentation of best practices and success stories and facilitation of knowledge sharing among relevant stakeholders.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership for integrated WASH and Nutrition interventions.Plan, execute and report on WASH and Nutrition specific activities as per the Afya Uzazi mandateEnsure effective communication with and among sub-county stakeholders including but not limited to MOH and MOE to maintain an active and engaged partnership.Facilitate capacity building and document and share knowledge and lessons learned through relevant forums and platformsEnsure appropriate representation at key county and sub-county WASH and Nutrition TWGs, events and meetings, participate in discussions, prepare and deliver presentations, etc.Oversee, monitor and support the progress of integration of WASH and Nutrition into RMNCAH activities.Ensure quality of all project WASH and Nutrition deliverables and present program results, based on solid M&E procedures to Afya Uzazi partners at county and sub-county level.Contribute to the WASH and Nutrition body of knowledge through documentation and presentation of best practices.Take up any other assignments as may be delegated by the supervisor and the project management
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work independently in a team, with strong leadership, coordination, and collaboration skills.Strong strategic planning, analytical and problem solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong presentation and public speaking skills.Strong, experience-based facilitation and negotiation skills.Strong training skills.Solid organizational ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, pay attention
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or related fields: Environmental Health, Nursing, Health Education or other job-related field required or equivalent combination of education and work experience with at least 3-5 years of relevant work experience.Experience in health project management in resource constrained settings.Familiarity and experience working with local governments, and NGOs.Demonstrated knowledge and track record in project design, planning and managementKnowledge of WASH/Nutrition/ RMNCAH contentExcellent computer skills in MS Office Suite.Fluency in English language and working knowledge of Kiswahili is crucial.
