Research Nurse Job Institutional Centre for Reproductive Health
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Research Nurse Job Institutional Centre for Reproductive Health
Research Nurse – [10] Kenya
Basic Function
The ASRH/ DREAMS Nurse will be responsible for spearheading the DREAMS/ASRH program. S/he will report to the HIV Care and Treatment Coordinator; The Areas DREAMS focal nurse will be responsible for designing and supervising the implementations of all technical aspects of the DREAMS/ASRH program, operational support, and coordination/networking, in line with organizational and national guidelines and set targets. The successful candidates will provide the expected deliverables for DREAMS/ASRH implementation.
Job Description
- The ASRH Nurse (DREAMS and ASRH) is expected to fulfill the following key performance indicators:
- Working closely with the SP’s coordinator, design and coordinate the implementation of DREAMS and ASRH program activities (for both facility and community);
- Forge enduring relationships with MOHCC to ensure easy access to health facilities and a synergistic effort in implementing DREAMS and ASRH programs;
- Ensures the adoption of national DREAMS and ASRH strategies into SPS-level implementation plans; Participate in strategic meetings and share program updates, progress on implementation plans, and challenges that need attention;
- Provide technical support to the SPS Coordinator in adopting a data-driven approach to resolving SPS-level challenges affecting the DREAMS and ASRH programs;
- Work with the SPS Coordinator (DC) to assist in conducting assessments (including SIMS) and supportive supervision of DREAMS and ASRH programs;
- Support the Coordinator in conducting skills audits and coordinating training of healthcare workers on DREAMS and ASRH programs; Coordinate and participate in monthly meetings for USAID-funded and non-USAID-funded partners supporting the DREAMS response;
- Coordinate and oversee the aggregation, verification, and reporting of all program daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly data into USAID databases;
- Submit timely, accurate, and quality reports on all DREAMS/ASRH coordination activities performed. Support the implementation of key DREAMS and ASRH activities;
- Support the adoption, implementation, and monitoring of DREAMS/ASRH strategies for HIV prevention (HIV testing and counseling, Post-violence care for survivors of gender-based violence, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP);
- Support the implementation of appropriate systems that promote uptake of ASRH and DREAMS HIV prevention services; Support health facilities to record DREAMS HIV prevention services correctly and completely in appropriate registers, checklists, and other source documents; Support strategies to identify gaps and challenges impacting on DREAMS HIV prevention and promoting site level QI solutions and/or adoption of best practices; Support facility–community integration in the implementation of all DREAMS
- HIV prevention activities (linkage and referral services); Promote site level DREAMS HIV prevention data analysis (entry point yield analysis, cascade analysis) to improve quality of services and achievement of site targets; Submit timely, accurate, and quality reports on all prevention activities conducted.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in English and relevant local language;
- Knowledge of community health practices and general medical ethics;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team;
- Ability to analyze and report relevant activities;
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of the current HIV Prevention, Care, and treatment practices in Kenya and Tanzania;
- Demonstrated understanding of the DREAMS program and its implementation;
- Demonstrated ability in working with Adolescents’ Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH)
Qualifications and Experience
- Registered General Nurse or equivalent.
- Certificate in Rapid HIV Testing and Counselling is a must;
- At least two years of managing HIV interventions in the public health sector or NGO sector; Registration with the Nurses Council of Kenya and Tanzania;
- Research License to practice as a nurse in Kenya and Tanzania
- Sound knowledge and experience in M&E are an added advantage.
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How To Apply
Submit your CV and application letter via HR@icfrh.com indicating the position you are applying for on the subject of the email by 28th October 2024.
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