Job Purpose:

The Project Coordinator, under the supervision of the MAPS Principal Investigator, will work closely with other MAPS staff and regional partners to achieve the planned activities and associated objectives. The Project Coordinator will plan, coordinate and implement MAPS project activities in Kenya. He/she will work to ensure that all the project activities are implemented per the university’s mission and strategic objectives and as per the European Union guidelines, procedures and principles.

Plan, organise, coordinate, and implement the overall regional activities of the MAPS project, including supporting research activities, coordinating post-graduate scholarships and related activities, organising and planning conferences/webinars and so forth.

Support other staff in coordinating the overall project implementation and ensure that MAPS project activities in Kenya are implemented in accordance with the relevant policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.

Conduct quarterly reviews of work plans and budgets and submit work plans and progress reports using project indicator data per the Monitoring and Evaluation team guidance.

Coordinates and ensures the implementation of recommendations by the MAPS Technical, Program, M  & E, Finance, and Administration units.

Fosters solid partnerships and builds networks with the Regional partners, including local health institutions and other relevant stakeholders and the community, in advancing the MAPS objectives and KPIs.

Represents Amref International University at relevant technical & managerial meetings in the region and promotes partnerships and networking

Maintaining activity calendars

Mentoring postgraduate students

Perform other related duties as required by the Principal Investigator-MAPS project and the University

Qualifications

PhD in clinical/counselling psychology

Registered by the relevant professional body

Experience

PhD or equivalent degree qualification (or a Master’s degree qualification in special cases) in the relevant area from recognized/accredited university

 Four years of relevant work experience in project coordination, or health system strengthening in the region, OR 4 years teaching/mentoring experience at university level

Research work experience and four equivalent publication points

Familiarity with migration and refugees principles and best practices

Strong facilitation, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Strong analytical and writing skills

Well-developed networking and interpersonal skills;

Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.

Computer proficiency in MS Office applications and technology-assisted communication techniques.