Sexual and Reproductive Health Programme Advisor - IPPF Nairobi, Kenya

The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), Africa Regional Office is looking to fill the position of Sexual and Reproductive Health Programme Advisor.

The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is the world’s largest non-governmental organization working in the field of sexual and reproductive health information and services. It has 6 Regional Offices, (Western Hemisphere based New York, East and South East Asia and Oceania Region in Malaysia, Arab World Region in Tunis, South Asia Region in India, European Network in Brussels and the Africa Region in Nairobi, Kenya). The international secretariat is in London, UK.

This is an international position to be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with the initial contract running for three years with a possibility for extension subject to funding.

The postholder will need to have sound technical knowledge /understanding of sexual and Reproductive Health including family planning; strong project development, implementation, evaluation and excellent advocacy skills. The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership and proven track record in team building skills and must be an excellent communicator and planner.
In addition, the candidate should have at least 10 years regional work experience in area of sexual and reproductive health at field and managerial level in population, community health and related fields, to include at least 5 years dealing with family planning and quality assurance systems.

The post will require significant travel, up to 30%.

Interested persons should submit a CV including three referees and cover letter indicating educational background, experience, skills and why you think you are the best candidate for the position to: hroffice@ippfaro.org.

Those who had applied to this position earlier please do not reapply.

Competitive remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate. IPPF is an equal opportunity employer.

Persons who are fluent in English and Portuguese are particularly encouraged to apply

Check the job profile at www.ippfar.org