JSI
LOCATION: Nairobi, with workshop related travel. Direct costs including transportation and accommodation during the travel will be covered by the CHISU Program
SUPERVISOR: Resident Advisor CHISU
BACKGROUND
Kenya is planning to conduct a malaria program review (MPR) for the Kenya Malaria Strategy (KMS) 2019-2023. This will be the final evaluation of the malaria program performance at the end of the five-year implementation period of the current strategy. A mid-term review (MTR) was conducted in 2022 and covered review of the 2019/2022 period. It is envisaged that the recommendation of both the MPR and MTR shall inform development of the next strategic plan.
CHISU is seeking to hire an experienced M&E and surveillance consultant to support development of an M&E Plan for the new Kenya Malaria Strategy. The consultant will work closely with the CHISU Program staff, the surveillance, M&E manager, malaria thematic leads, and the lead consultant.
SCOPE OF WORK
The specific scope of work for the consultant entails achievement of the following tasks:
Task
a. Draft the performance framework and logical framework for the malaria strategy:
- Work with the thematic teams to document the performance indicators (impact and outcome level)
- Work with the thematic teams to set annual targets for the performance indicators
- Outline the logical framework
Level of Effort (days): 5 days
Deliverable: Draft performance framework and logical framework
b. Consolidate information for the M&E Plan including the indicator matrix
**Level of Effort (days):**10 days
Deliverable: Draft M&E Plan
c. Prepare and present the draft M&E Plan to the committee of experts
Level of Effort (days): 1 day
Deliverable: PowerPoint presentation
d. Revise the draft based on feedback from stakeholders
Level of Effort (days): 4 days
Deliverable: Final M&E Plan
DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT
20 days
EXPECTED OUTPUTS/DELIVERABLES
- Performance and logical frameworks for the malaria strategy
- Monitoring and evaluation plan
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCES/COMPETENCIES
An advanced degree in a health-related field such as public health, epidemiology, biostatistics or related field
- 10 years or greater experience in the management of public health programs in developing country contexts.
- Prior experience with health system evaluations/reviews/surveys or malaria programme reviews.
- Experience in epidemiology of malaria, malaria surveillance, monitoring and evaluation, and malaria elimination.
- Experience working in countries with high and low transmission burden settings.
- Experience working in international health organizations or funding agencies.
- Experience with data analytical skills including advanced Excel and basic computer skills.
- Good understanding of health systems of low- and middle-income countries.
- Demonstrable ability to work with Ministry of Health teams.
- Excellent writing abilities and skills, with evidence of having produced high quality reports for high level audiences and assignments.
Salary Range: commensurate with skills, experience, and job fit
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 15/12/2023.
How to apply
This is a Consultancy position based in Nairobi, Kenya with field travels. Interested candidates should submit their CV and one-page cover letter to [email protected] with the subject M&E and surveillance Consultant. JSI shall review the CVs on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. JSI is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.