Programme Officer - Digital Health And Rights

One of our clients - in the NGO sector and an advocate for human and health rights is seeking to onboard for a 3-year renewable contract a Programme Officer - Digital Health and Rights.
The Programme Officer - Digital Health and Rights will report into the HIV, TB & Key and Affected Populations (HIV, TB, KAPS) thematic area and will be based in Nairobi with frequent field travels to identified programme locations across Kenya.
S/he will be responsible for implementing digital health and rights interventions and projects within the thematic area and will undertake substantive duties and responsibilities that are focused on developing and implementing programmes, projects and activities in the thematic area.
The Programme Officer – Digital Health and Rights will work as part of the team, developing and implementing a range of programmatic activities, leading advocacy and policy advisory work, developing and maintaining strategic partnerships, and resource mobilization.
S/he will also represent the organization in technical discussions and thematic meetings of relevance to the portfolio.
The RoleDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager, HIV, TB & KAPS duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to;Lead Advocacy and Offer Policy Advisory Support on Digital Health & RightsBe familiar with both national, regional and global digital health and rights frameworks and human rights standards.
Lead advocacy initiatives aimed at safeguarding the protection of individuals' rights in digital health spaces, protection of the right to privacy, protection of health data as well as strengthening laws, policies and practices in the health sectorLead sensitisation and training programmes on digital literacy for Key and Affected Populations (KAPs) and communitiesCollaborate with legal, policy, and research teams to ensure rights-based approaches in digital health and rights programsLead the review of e-health systems for rights compliance, contribute to national/regional digital health strategies and guide on data governance/AI in healthOrganize strategic policy dialogues, workshops or seminars and contribute as a key thematic area resource person.
Prepare policy briefs and papers for debate and adoptionBuild key and relevant alliances for policy reforms and development in the areas of digital health and rights amongst national, regional and global actors and Contribute to policy reforms that will benefit people living with HIV, key populations, and other key and vulnerable populations.Programme Development & ImplementationSupport the operationalization and implementation of assigned programmes within the thematic area of HIV TB & KAPSLead the preparation and implementation of the approved annual results-based work plans and result frameworksIdentify strategic and innovative project areas of cooperation, collaboration and partnershipsPrepare programme strategic frameworks while documenting best practices, covering concepts, strategies and implementation approachesSupport the thematic area Manager in streamlining thematic programmes policies and practices Prepare project proposals and project documents to effect the implementation of assigned thematic area projects.
Strategic Partnerships and Resource MobilizationAnalyse and research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, and identify opportunities for cost-sharingMobilize and network with the experts of international development and human rights community, government partners, UN Agencies and prominent think-tanksBuild and maintain excellent relations with partners Prepare proposals for mobilization of human, technical or financial resources from international development organizations, non-government organizations and the private sectorMobilize resources to support the achievement of programme outcomes.Communication and AdvocacySupport management in creating a positive atmosphere for team-based work and be an advocate for the work of the organizationDisseminate information on best practices and be an active member of the organization's regional networksThrough the communications and PR team, ensure preparation of brochures, publications, press releases for dissemination of project assistance and experiencePrepare professional articles and papers on the thematic area as applicableExpand the thematic area advocacy and outreach to the national government, local authorities, private sector, non-government and international development organizations.Project ReportingPrepare monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reports and organize, correspondingly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reviews In collaboration with the Monitoring & Evaluation Department, ensure regular monitoring of progress, preparation of progress reports and organization of regular evaluations and reviewsUse Results Based Management (RBM) / monitoring and evaluation techniques, methods and their applications while effectively applying RBM tools, and establishing management targets and monitoring achievement of resultsReport on the thematic area programmes activity and work plan to ensure that it attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possibleIn collaboration with the Finance department ensure programme expenditures conform to the Financial Policies and Procedures ManualAdhere to assigned thematic area programme and project spending as per organizational policies and procedures.Any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Senior Programme Officer - HIV TB & KAPS from time to time.Ideal ProfileEDUCATION SKILLS & COMPETENCIES DESIRED Bachelor's Degree in Law, Public Health, Health Policy, IT, Social Sciences or any other related fieldsMaster's Degree in Law or in any other relevant field such as Project Management, Programme Management, Organization Management or related field from a recognized university, would be an added advantageAn Advocate of the High Court of Kenya is an added advantageAt least five (5) years of work experience focused on implementing digital health and rights interventions, or HIV/ Key Populations ProgrammesExperience working in health and human rights programmes within the NGO environment with demonstrable experience in managing a diverse range of stakeholders while providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projectsFamiliarity with digital health platforms, data protection and cybersecurity basics, and practical experience engaging MoH/ICT regulators on digital policyExperience in managing funding from a diversity of sources including governments and aid agencies, and private sector donors.Proven experience working with government agencies and research institutions.Understanding of human rights-based approach to development and programming issues and policy work at state, national and international levels.Knowledge of relevant privacy and data protection laws, digital health and rights frameworks etcFamiliarity with global digital health frameworks and human rights standards.Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies and techniquesDemonstrated understanding of gender issues in development and demonstrable commitment to promoting gender equality in programme workSound knowledge of the political, social, economic and historic environment in which digital health and human rights programmes are operating, at communities, national regional and global levelsUnderstanding of project cycle managementDemonstrated strong oral and written communication skillsAbility to build strong relationships with clients and external actorsAbility to remain calm and in control even under immense pressureAbility to remain open to change while managing complexitiesHigh level of integrity, confidentiality, trust and dependability with a strong sense of urgencyResults-oriented, entrepreneurial, self-motivated, self-starter, who is flexible and adaptable to rapid change and has the ability to work in a fast-paced, high demand environment.All applications received will be subjected to a fair and competitive review process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.This call for talent will close on Friday 12th September, 2025 at 5.00pm EAT.
What's on Offer?
Excellent career development opportunitiesGreat work environmentOpportunity to make a positive impact