Careers

Governance and Leadership Expert

PHDA is looking for a Governance and Leadership Expert who will provide advice and support the program on how to improve their governance and leadership processes. The position will implement policies and procedures that align with best practices. The position will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and will be support the overall strategic management of program deliverables and ensure effective governance across the program objectives. Support in leading and advising on best practice in governance, risk management and compliance. The position will be based at the program’s main office in Nairobi with significant travel to supported counties and sub counties.

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 PHDA Job Advert – Governance and Leadership Expert

Deputy Director-Health Systems Strengthening

PHDA is looking for a Health Systems Strengthening Expert who will deputize the Project Director to provide technical support and strategic direction to improve health systems at both county & national Government. The position will work with governments, local partners, and other organizations to develop and implement health system strengthening (HSS) programs in the implementation of all HIV/TB prevention programs as well as integration of HIV/TB prevention with sexual and reproductive health and other health and non-health sector. The position will be based at the program’s main office in Nairobi with significant travel to supported counties and sub counties.

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 PHDA Job Advert – Deputy Director- Health Systems Strengthening

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Expert

PHDA is looking for a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Expert who will provide strategic direction, coordinate activities, and support the program team. Reporting to the Project Director the incumbent of this position will contribute to consolidate, update and manage the M&E and Learning systems in place to ensure consistency across reporting, as well as showcasing achieved results and impact. The position will be based at the program’s main office in Nairobi with significant travel to supported counties and sub counties.

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PHDA Job Advert- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Expert

Human Resource for Health Technical Advisor

PHDA is looking for a Human Resource for Health Expert who will oversee and manage the human resources component of the Health System Strengthening (HSS) National Program. This role is responsible for ensuring that health workforce planning, development, deployment, and retention strategies are aligned with national health system priorities. The position will lead efforts to strengthen the capacity of the health workforce, ensuring that it is appropriately skilled, distributed, and motivated to deliver high-quality, equitable healthcare services. The position will be based at the program’s main office in Nairobi with significant travel to supported counties and sub counties

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PHDA Job Advert Human Resource for Health Technical Advisor 

Assessing Outcomes in HIV Prevention and treatment Programmes with Key Populations, in Nairobi, Kenya: enhanced Polling Booth Survey (ePBS)

The study aims to assess the HIV prevention outcomes in programmes with female sex workers (FSW) and men who have sex with men (MSM) in Nairobi, Kenya. The study will use polling booth method, a novel data collection tool used to collect behavioral data. It is a group interview method in which individuals provide responses through a ballot box in an unlinked and anonymous way. The sample size for the quantitative survey is 680 FSW and 379 MSM. Sampling procedure will use a two-stage i) random selection of participants ii) HIV rapid tests will be conducted for all consenting participants; urine rapid tests will be conducted for all those who report to be on PrEP to test for tenofovir and blood samples will be collected from all those who are positive to test for HIV recency and viral suppression.

Objectives

  • To estimate the incidence and prevalence of HIV among key populations (female sex workers and men who have sex with men) in Nairobi, Kenya
  • To assess biomedical (condom use, PrEP uptake, 95-95-95 cascade), behavioural (knowledge and risk behaviours) and structural outcomes (experience of violence, stigma and discrimination) of the KP programme in Nairobi, Kenya
  • To assess access and use of comprehensive package of HIV prevention and treatment services among key populations in Nairobi, Kenya
  • To understand the barriers contributing to gaps in access and utilization of services among key populations

Project Initiated 2023

The study was initiated in March 2023.

The study population includes two key population groups: female sex workers and men who have sex with men and will take place in 4 groups where a sample size of each group will be divided by an average of 10-12 respondents per Polling Booth Surveys (PBS) to arrive at the number of PBS to be conducted. The study will be using the list of locations and the population size estimation of mapping conducted in the year 2018 and a will take place in 17 sub-counties in Nairobi county.

Funders

This study is funded by Bill and Melinda Gate Foundation (BMGF)

Doris Kuzma

Member

Doris Kuzma is a seasoned Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with over 25 years of experience in financial management, administration, and project leadership. She has played a pivotal role in the strategic and financial oversight of major international projects, collaborating with universities, governments, NGOs, and global institutions. As the Director of Administration and Finance at the Institute for Global Public Health, University of Manitoba, Doris has overseen complex multi-location projects across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Her expertise spans financial reporting, strategic planning, contract negotiations, and budget management. In her extensive career, Doris has been instrumental in driving financial strategies, improving administrative systems, and ensuring compliance with international funding agencies. Doris is recognized for her leadership in financial governance, her ability to navigate complex financial landscapes, and her commitment to advancing public health through sound financial management.

Wanjiru Angela Nduati

Member

Wanjiru Angela Nduati is a qualified Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Honours degree from the University of Leicester, UK, and has advanced certifications in trust creation law, company law, and trustee investment law. Wanjiru’s career includes pivotal roles in both legal practice and corporate governance. She is the Co-founder and managing partner of Havelock, Nduati & Company Advocates, she specializes in trusts, estate planning, and property structuring. With over two decades of experience, she held pivotal roles including Head of Governance & Control at Barclays Consumer Banking and Group Company Secretary & Legal Counsel at Barclays Bank of Kenya. Wanjiru is highly regarded for her expertise in legal practice and corporate governance, playing a pivotal role in shaping legal and financial strategies for individuals and institutions.