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Project Director at Population Services International (PSI), Nairobi, Kenya

Population Services International (PSI)

Project Director at Population Services International (PSI), Nairobi, Kenya

Population Services International (PSI)

Full time Job

Date Posted: February 15, 2025

Application deadline:

Expired on: February 22, 2025 5:00pm

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Job description

We have been measurably improving the  health of Kenyans since 1989. Our approach harnesses the vitality of the private sector to improve health outcomes for “Sara” – our archetype that focuses our interventions. We address the most serious health challenges affecting resource-poor and vulnerable communities in Kenya, including HIV/AIDS, reproductive h…

What You’ll Do

  • Program Leadership & Management, including financial oversight, compliance, and management of a consortium of partners (if applicable).
  • People Management
  • Thought Leadership / Knowledge Management and Technical Leadership on the project.
  • External Representation.
  • Internal Representation and coordination.
  • Fundraising (with non-project funds).
  • Donor Liaison.
  • Embody PSI’s values: Measurement, Pragmatism, Honesty, Trust, Collaboration, and Commitment.
  • Possible% international travel
  • This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that an incumbent is expected to perform but is instead a summary of the primary responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be asked to perform duties not included above. PSI reserves the right to revise job profiles at any time based on changes to the required job responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

  • Master’s Degree (or international equivalent) MSc, MPH, MBA, MHA, MPA or equivalent. Medical Doctorate preferred.
  • At least 10 years related work experience in public health or related field. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.
  • Demonstrated experience and deep understanding of the Kenya Public  Health System at both national and county level
  • Experience managing World Bank consultancies and contracts preferred
  • At least 5 years supervisory experience.
  • At least 7 years program management for global health projects in low or middle-income countries (LMICs) preferred.
  • At least 5 years in the relevant technical field of the project preferred.
  • At least 3 years living and working in LMICs preferred.
  • Proven success in management of complex operations, under specific donor awards and procedures, in a challenging, developing country environment.
  • Ability to manage agreements and all required programmatic and financial reporting requirements, including sub-grants management.
  • Ability to monitor and assess performance of self, other individuals, and / or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning skills, with emphasis on the ability to operationalize and oversee the execution of workplans.
  • Strong leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate and work across teams and roles. Ability to persuade and motivate people and teams.
  • Experience developing capacity of government entities, staff, and other organizations.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing government and donor relations.
  • Ability to work effectively and sensitively in a cross cultural context.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent diplomatic skills and proven ability to work effectively with government officials, partners, donors, and stakeholders at high levels.

Application deadline:

Expired on: February 22, 2025

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