Public health emergency preparedness jobs

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMMEThe objective of the programme is to strengthen the deconcentration of the WHO country office in Kenya at the field level - Counties. This deconcentration allows WHO to strengthen its effectiveness through the coordination of partners, the capacity of County health systems to cope with preparedness, mitigation and response to public health emergencies. In addition, this...

We are currently seeking qualified Country Programme Lead candidates to be proposed on an anticipated FCDO/ Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Programme Phase II that would strengthen national public health and emergency capability to better prevent, detect and respond to disease outcomes in Kenya. The primary responsibility of the Country Programme Lead is to ensure successful implementation of ...

We are currently seeking qualified Country Programme Lead candidates to be proposed on an anticipated FCDO/ Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Programme Phase II that would strengthen national public health and emergency capability to better prevent, detect and respond to disease outcomes in Kenya. The primary responsibility of the Country Programme Lead is to ensure successful implementation of ...

Tharaka Nithi County is one of the forty seven (47) counties in Kenya. It borders the Counties of Embu to the South and South West, Meru to the North and North East, Kirinyiga and Nyeri to the West and Kitui to the East and South East. The county lies between latitude 000 07†and 000 26†South and between longitudes 370 19†and 370 46†East. The County is approximately 2,662.1 Km2; including ...

FHI 360 (formerly Family Health International) is a nonprofit human development organization based in North Carolina. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories About Job We are currently seeking qualified Country Programme Lead candidates to be proposed on an anticipated FCDO/ Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Programme Phase II that would strengthen national publ...

Reporting to the Procurement Officer Lead, the position provides ongoing support to ESA hub . The incumbent is required to perform as a team member within the unit and the department. S/he liaises with procurement, finance, legal, emergency, compliance, risk management, and ethical matters peers within the Organization, as well as with procurement officials in the UN common system.PURPOSE OF THE ...

How can you make a difference?Under the guidance of the Senior Programme Manager (Outbreak Response), you will provide overall coordination support to regional (ROs) and country offices (COs) on Polio outbreak responses (encompassing planning, preparedness, response, and monitoring) in affected countries, working in close collaboration with Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) partners and ...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. ABOUT JOB Reporting to the Procurement Officer Lead, the position provides ongoing support to ESA hub . The incumbent is required to perform as a team member within the unit and the department. S/h...

Managerial leadershipProgramme development and planning.Programme management, monitoring, and quality control of results.Advisory services and technical support.Advocacy, networking, and partnership building.Innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building.Managerial leadershipEstablish the section s annual work plan with the health team and set priorities and targets. Monitor work progres...

Job DescriptionThe Programme Manager is a senior national staff position within Johanniter International Assistance in Kenya. The overall objective of the position is to coordinate, oversee, implement and guide all Johanniter programmes in Kenya and to ensure their quality in line with internal Johanniter, donor and stakeholder standards.Job Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesOverall job purpos...

The Chief Health reports totheDeputy Representative, Programmesfor general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and leading all stages of health programmes/ (e.g.,gender, maternal, neonatal, adolescent, Child Immunization, child survival, HIV, and Emergency Preparedness) from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of results. S/he leads and manages the health team...

Reporting to the Procurement Officer Lead, the position provides ongoing support to ESA hub . The incumbent is required to perform as a team member within the unit and the department. S/he liaises with procurement, finance, legal, emergency, compliance, risk management, and ethical matters peers within the Organization, as well as with procurement officials in the UN common system. PURPOSE OF THE...

Requirements for appointment:Be a Kenyan citizen;Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized in Kenya;A Masters degree in the field of Field Epidemiology from a university recognized in Kenya;Registered as a Medical/Specialist Practitioner by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council;Have a Valid Practicing License;Be of acceptabl...

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONIn the context of the Outbreaks and Health Emergencies management system, at the EPR hub level, the incumbent will ensure that the leadership decisions trigger the provision of management and administrative services that meet emergency performance standards through managing service provision in the following areas: Supporting preparation and oversight of plans and budgets f...

PURPOSE OF THE POSITIONIn the context of WHO Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response (EPR), at the hub level, the Procurement Officer will support the effective delivery and implementation of strategic and effective procurement services that reflect best practices in international public procurement and compliance with WHO procurement policy, regulations, and procedures and in full complianc...

Requirements for appointment: Be a Kenyan citizen; Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized in Kenya; A Masters degree in the field of Field Epidemiology from a university recognized in Kenya; Registered as a Medical/Specialist Practitioner by Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council; Have a Valid Practicing License; Be of acc...

Tharaka Nithi County is one of the forty seven (47) counties in Kenya. It borders the Counties of Embu to the South and South West, Meru to the North and North East, Kirinyiga and Nyeri to the West and Kitui to the East and South East. Requirements for appointment: Be a Kenyan citizen; Be a holder of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B., & ChB.) Degree from a University recognized i...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION In the context of WHO Health Emergencies Preparedness and Response (EPR), at the hub level, the Procurement Officer will support the effective delivery and implementation of...

The World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION In the context of the Outbreaks and Health Emergencies management system, at the EPR hub level, the incumbent will ensure that the leadership decisions trigger the provision...

JOB PURPOSE The Nutrition Unit sits within the Programme Support Unit (PSU) where it provides technical support relating to nutrition to the outcome areas. WFP Kenya launched its Country Strategic Plan (-) in July . Nutrition has been integrated across the strategic outcome areas. Under strategic outcome one, the focus is on emergency contexts in Kenya having equitable access to adequate, safe, n...

JOB PURPOSEThe Nutrition Unit sits within the Programme Support Unit (PSU) where it provides technical support relating to nutrition to the outcome areas. WFP Kenya launched its Country Strategic Plan (2023-2027) in July 2023. Nutrition has been integrated across the strategic outcome areas. Under strategic outcome one, the focus is on emergency contexts in Kenya having equitable access to adequa...

JOB PURPOSE The Nutrition Unit sits within the Programme Support Unit (PSU) where it provides technical support relating to nutrition to the outcome areas. WFP Kenya launched its Country Strategic Plan (2023-2027) in July 2023. Nutrition has been integrated across the strategic outcome areas. Under strategic outcome one, the focus is on emergency contexts in Kenya having equitable access to adequ...

. SAVING LIVES. CHANGING LIVES. BEGIN YOUR HUMANITARIAN JOURNEY WITH WFP. The World Food Programme, Kenya Country Office based in Nairobi is looking for vibrant, innovative, and multi-talented students. An internship at WFP is a great opportunity to acquire practical work experience while contributing to the goal of reaching Zero Hunger WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to th...

How can you make a difference?Under the overall supervision of the Regional Advisor (RA) Nutrition, the position will be responsible for technical support and strategic direction on Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN), including micronutrient supplementation, first foods and food fortification. The work of the Specialist is guided by the UNICEF global nutrition strategy and its reg...