Project Assistant – Women’s Integrated Sexual Health – Lot 1
IPPF Kenya
Closing date01 Mar 2019
The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is the leading global NGO in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). It is currently working in more than 170 countries in the world. The Africa Regional Office (IPPFARO) is one of IPPF’s six regional offices.
The WISH1 Project (Women’s Integrated Sexual Health – Lot 1) is a programme funded by DFID, aimed at delivering Sexual and Reproductive Health Services across a range of West and Central African countries. The project is led by Marie Stopes International and subcontracted to IPPF to implement the project in six (6) countries of the programme (DRC, Cote d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Chad, Nigeria, Mauritania).
The role of the Project Assistant will support the implementation of WISH Lot 1 during the whole project period by providing logistics and project management support to the team.
· Manage the programme’s tracker, ensure that it is updated, and all team members are aware of dependencies, constraints and risks round programme delivery
· Manage programmatic logistics including travel, visa, workshops, translation and interpretation services etc.
· Prepare documentation: proof read, review, collate written materials in French and English
· To maintain relationships with MAs and manage reporting schedules and reviews
· Undertake research both on the web and from the Region Office and MAs as required to support effective programme delivery
· Ensure that programme documentation is managed and filed on SharePoint and available to all users as required
· Undertake day to day translation French-English and vice a versa as required
· Ensure preparation of good quality PowerPoint presentations, manuals etc as required (technical content to be provided by relevant team members)
· Ensure gender is effectively mainstreamed within the remit of the post and in line with IPPF’s Gender Equality Policy
Competitive remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
IPPF is an equal opportunity employer.
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“Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates openly living with HIV.”
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How to Apply
Interested persons should submit a CV including three referees and cover letter indicating educational background, experience, skills and why you think you are the best candidate for the position to: [email protected]
Country
Kenya
City
NAIROBI
Source
International Planned Parenthood Federation
Type
Job
Career category
Program/Project Management
Theme
Health
Years of experience
3-4 years