RefuSHE
Organization Profile
RefuSHE protects, nurtures, educates, and empowers young refugee women and girls in East Africa through a unique holistic model that provides shelter, education, case management, counseling, childcare, legal advocacy, and vocational training. RefuSHE’s holistic program meets the imminent needs of unaccompanied, separated and orphaned refugee girls, young women, and their children.
Founded in 2008, RefuSHE is a U.S. nonprofit with headquarters in Chicago and operations in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the first and only organization dedicated to refugee girls in East Africa. Over the past 14 years, RefuSHE has grown to become a leading institution and global thought-leader in the field of refugee protection. Today, RefuSHE is poised for strategic growth and scale. We are looking for someone who has a passion for social change, aspires to use their talent for good, and thrives in fast-paced growth environments.
Position Summary
RefuSHE is requesting for expressions of interest from qualified applicants for the role of an Enrolled Community Health Nurse to be based in Nairobi. The position will play a supportive role on medical case management and life skills to the program beneficiaries.
Title: Enrolled Community Health Nurse (National Position)
Reporting to: Associate Director – Safe House & Case Management
Key Responsibilities:
- Supports the younger beneficiaries in the Safe House and Girl Empowerment Program in maintaining hygiene and general care.
- Trains beneficiaries/young mothers on parenting skills etc
- Takes charge of the medical needs of the safe house/ GEP and ensures that beneficiaries always have access to any personal effects as they require including accompanying for medical appointments
- Support the beneficiaries in behavior change and communication.
- Work in close liaison with the girl empowerment, artisan collective, mental health, case management and safe house concerning issues touching on beneficiaries.
- Develop work plans in liaison with the nurse.
- Ensure new enrollments receive medical pre-assessments.
- Assist in diagnosing, evaluating, and referring medical cases to the appropriate partner agencies.
- Maintain accurate and up to date reports relating to medical assessments and evaluations.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Minimum Certificate / Diploma in Nursing
- Be registered with the Nursing Council and possess a current license.
- Sound knowledge of First Aid
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in working with children and young women (added advantage in refugee population)
- Warm, caring, sympathetic and nurturing nature
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- A team player
- Discreet and ability to adhere to confidentiality
- Responsive to the needs of children/minors
How to apply
Qualified and interested applicants are advised to send their applications that should include a cover letter and CV to [email protected] by 21st October 2022. Applicants must quote the position title “Enrolled Community Health Nurse” in the email subject. Copies of credentials and other relevant certificates will not be required at this early stage of application but in the next steps. Applications should be addressed to:
HR & Administration Manager
RefuSHE
P.O. Box 63192-00619, Nairobi
We appreciate all applications received however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any questions regarding this position will be answered if one is shortlisted for the interview.
Consent: By applying for this position, I hereby consent RefuSHE to collect, process and store my data in accordance with the data protection policy. I understand I may withdraw my consent by writing back to the email address provided in this job advert to withdraw my application at any time.