Two positions are currently open at CHAK Secretariat: 

1. Monitoring and Evaluation Manager - USAID Jamii Tekelezi 

2. Temporary Programme Officer - USAID Jamii Tekelezi, Nyandarua County 

Details of the two positions are as below.

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Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager

Job Summary
The Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager will be responsible for maintaining and implementing the CHAK-USAID Jamii Tekelezi Monitoring and evaluation framework as well as supporting data analysis and utilization to make data-informed decisions, improve clinical interventions, and drive strategic initiatives. S/he will collaborate with technical clinical staff and health record officers across supported health facilities to monitor health outcomes, identifying clinical gaps and developing quality improvement plans to achieve desired results

The position will be based in Meru, with occasional travels to other UJTP supported counties as needed.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Support execution of data collection of Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (MER) and non-MER indicators and data processing into Project and donor related information system.

2. Work closely with MEL director to provide technical oversight, development and implementation of the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) to efficiently track, use and disseminate performance indicators and results.

3. Provide expertise in data management, data analytics, data visualization, and critical thinking skills to interpret data and drive decision-making.

4. Coordinate data quality assessments (DQA) activities across all supported facilities to improve data integrity, identify data quality gaps and develop action plans to correct the gaps.

5. Support digital health transformation processes and advise projects on emerging technologies to support implementation.

6. Support development of efficient M&E mentorship and transition models that support learning and ownership leading to self-reliance and sustainability.

7. Build capacity of both MOH and program staff in data use for informed decision–making and planning, through supportive supervision and mentoring on strategic guidance, standard operating procedures on data management and quality assurance measures.

8. Work with project and financial staff to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets.

9. Enhance capacity of MOH S/HRIOs to implement strategic information initiatives to effectively manage and sustain national M&E systems for HIV management.

10. Provide day-to-day oversight of M&E operations. 

Academic qualifications and experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information and Communication Technology, Public health, Monitoring & Evaluation, or closely related degree. A master’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, IT, Health Informatics or related field will be an added advantage.

2. A minimum of 6 years' experience working with PEPFAR funded programs with experience working with PEPFAR data collection and reporting, data quality measures and data analysis.

3. Demonstrated experience in gathering, organizing, and analyzing large amounts of data as well as the ability to design manageable, transparent M&E systems that report progress against indicators throughout the life of the program.

Desired skills, knowledge, and abilities

1. Experience in Kenya MOH and PEPFAR monitoring and evaluation systems; including KHIS2, DATIM, KenyaEMR, CPIMS, NDW.

2. Demonstrable expertise and experience in the use of statistical software packages, preferably Stata, R, tableau and advanced MS Excel.

3. Good communication, negotiation skills, and working relationships with team and stakeholders.

4. Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and techniques.

5. Ability to question assumptions, validate data, and interpret results accurately.

6. Strong leadership and management skills.

Application procedure

Kindly send your application by attaching your cover letter, CV and copies of certificates.
Please note, the attached documents should not exceed 2MBs to ensure successful submission of your application.

Applications should be addressed to:

The General Secretary
P.O. Box 30690 – 00100,
Nairobi

In case of any challenges using the application link provided, please write to us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. stating the specific challenges experienced then apply through the email.

The closing date for receiving all applications is June 11, 2025.

Temporary Program officer

Overall job function

Reporting to the Service Delivery Advisor, Care and Treatment, the temporary Program officer will be the technical lead, comprehensive HIV programing (HTS, PMTCT, Care & treatment and M&E) for the USAID/Jamii Tekelezi Program (JTP) in Nyandarua County.

The overall function of this position is to ensure effective coordination and implementation of the comprehensive UJTP work plan in close partnership with the County department of health and in compliance with the donor regulations. He/she will lead the county mentors in delivery of project targets, training, on-site technical supportive supervision, mentorship, coaching and regular updates to service providers, project reporting, as well as stakeholder management.  

Key responsibilities

1. Provide technical support to health workers in all aspects of planning and implementation of HIV services (HTS, care and treatment, TB/HIV, and PMTCT & HIV continuum of care) to ensure that patients receive the full complement of prevention, treatment and care in accordance with MoH guidelines.

2. Provide technical support through training and on-site mentorship to facility multidisciplinary teams in management of HIV, TB, and related diseases as per the recommended national guidelines, including cervical cancer screening and management.

3. Promote the CHAK model; County Mentorship and Transition (CMaT) and walk the sub-counties on the journey to self-reliance.

4. Provide on-going supervision of UJTP-supported HIV prevention, care and treatment activities in assigned sites including scheduled joint supportive supervision with county and sub-county level MoH staff.

5. Ensure understanding and compliance with National guidelines, policies, procedures, structures and systems regarding program management and implementation, and any other relevant aspects of operations in UJTP-supported health facilities.

6. Assist in program monitoring and evaluation with reporting through national HMIS tools and other tools in use by UJTP and its funding partners.

7. Routinely monitor program quality through CQI approaches as well as elements of operations research, identification and documentation of best practices to ensure high-quality HIV/TB service provision.

8. Support scale-up and sustenance of Differentiated Service delivery at CCC and PMTCT setups.

9. Actively participate in strengthening linkages between testing points and care clinics in all project supported sites.

10. Track and ensure real-time documentation of patients’ information in the EMR in sites implementing EMR Point of Care.

11. Work closely with the MEL team to ensure timely quarterly and annual reporting of HTS, PMTCT, TB/HIV care and treatment achievements.

12. Participate and contribute to the county and sub county Technical Working Groups (PMTCT/TB/HIV Care and Treatment).

Required qualifications/experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in clinical medicine or nursing

2. Master’s degree in a relevant health related field will be an added advantage.

3. At least seven years of HIV programs implementation experience is required.

4. Registration with the relevant professional bodies and an active practice licence

5. Should have training in HIV/AIDS, TB comprehensive care and support, preferably a trainer of trainers in HIV management.

6. Advanced training in antiretroviral management is an added advantage

7. Demonstrable expertise in KenyaEMR

8. Good understanding of HIV/AIDS clinical care and antiretroviral therapy (ART), including patient-centered management and family support.

9. Excellent management abilities within a multi-disciplinary team, support, training and mentoring.

10. Understanding of the Kenya Health system and experience working with government institutions, counties, and local partners

11. Ability to anticipate, prioritize and manage multiple tasks with keen attention to detail and follow through and meet deadlines.

12. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

13. Good use of MS Office packages and office automation solutions.

Application procedure

Kindly send your application by attaching your cover letter, CV and copies of certificates.

Please note that the attached documents should not exceed 2MBs to ensure successful submission of your application.

Applications should be addressed to:

The General Secretary

P.O. Box 30690 – 00100,

Nairobi

In case of challenges using the application link provided, please write to us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. stating the specific challenges experienced then apply through email.

The closing date for receiving all applications is June 11, 2025.