The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project IT / mHealth Assistants Jobs in Migori and Homa Bay Counties

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project IT / mHealth Assistants Jobs in Migori and Homa Bay Counties

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1.

Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria.

Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world.

Under this contract, Abt will implement entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic.
Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project is led by Abt Associates, an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries.

The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project seeks candidates to assist in implementing in six sub counties (Rongo, Awendo, Uriri, Suna East, Suna West and Nyatike) in Migori and Eight Sub- counties (Rangwe, Homa Bay Township, Ndhiwa, Mbita, Rachuonyo North, Kabondo, Kasipul and Suba) in Homa Bay county Kenya in the following temporary positions:

Position: IT / mHealth Assistant

Supervisor: IT Specialist

Location: Migori and Homa Bay Counties, Kenya

No. Required: 2 (1 Migori and 1 Homa Bay)

Overall purpose: To provide real time IT and mHealth support to the county office and county field staff as well as ensuring mHealth services and reporting across project sites. He/She will work in close collaboration with the county M&E team and the county coordinator.

Specific Responsibilities:

Setup of computers and peripherals in data

centers

Computer maintenance and troubleshooting at the county data centers and offices

LAN support and troubleshooting

Monitoring electricity supply and engaging generator backup as needed

Monitoring internet connectivity across the two counties and providing the support needed

mHealth phones setup and support both in the office and at the operational operations sites

mHealth phone issuance within the county of operation

Maintenance of IT issuance forms for the county

Tracking phone usage among supervisors within the county

Maintaining an inventory of all IT equipment as needed

Required qualifications and experience:

IT graduate with 1 year experience in IT related role

1 year experience in IRS data and coordination /IT will be an added advantage

Additional professional training in IT will be an added advantage

Applications Installation and troubleshooting

Desirable

Willingness to reside within the County of jurisdiction

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Willingness to work for 6 days a week (Monday to Saturday) for approximately 8-12 hours per day

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented setting

Strong computer and LAN skills: Microsoft Office

NB: These positions will be on a short term contract, not more than 2 months and/or on need basis.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and updated CV to KenyaJobs@abtassoc.com with the title of the position being applied for in the e-mail subject line specifying the work location preferred i.e. county and ward e.g. ‘Store keeper-Migori county – North Kamagambo’ by COB, November, 3rd 2019.

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Abt Associates Inc. provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, creed, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status.