Internship – Fistula Programme at Amref Health Africa
Job Description
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The Fistula Programme is seeking a motivated and
enthusiastic intern to join its team. The intern will play a supportive role in
programme delivery and community engagement. This internship provides an
excellent opportunity for individuals interested in maternal health and public
health to gain practical experience while contributing to improved outcomes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The intern will work closely with the project team in
providing the following duties:
Programme Support Activities
- Assist
in organizing project activities at community and health facilities.
- Assist
in follow-up with Fistula survivors through calls, documentation, and
scheduling of surgeries with Fistula treatment health facilities.
- Assist
in the development of advocacy and awareness campaigns materials.
Logistical Support
- Assist
in arranging meetings, workshops, and community events.
- Assist
in administrative logistics for programme activities
- Assist
in maintaining programme records and filing systems.
- Assist
in maintaining the inventory of fistula supplies in the store.
Research & Knowledge Management
- Assist
in data entry and basic analysis for monitoring programme activities.
- Assist
in collecting and organizing policy documents, strategies, and meeting
notes.
- Assist
in drafting simple knowledge products such as briefs and presentations
under supervision.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Must
have a minimum of a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or
a related clinical field.
- At
least 1 year of experience in patient care and community health work
- Strong
interest in and understanding of maternal health and health systems
strengthening in Kenya.
- Excellent
research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex
information and communicate it effectively.
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated
ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team and adapt to a dynamic
working environment.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
- Proactive,
self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Knowledge
of African health systems, policies, and development challenges is
desirable.
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why
you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and
experience. The closing date will be March 13, 2026.
Project Intern – AHC at Amref Health Africa
About the Role
The AHC Project Intern will support the implementation of
health entrepreneurship and community-based activities under the Africa Health
Collaborative programme across four counties: Nairobi, Machakos, Nakuru, and
Kiambu. The intern will provide technical and administrative support to the AHC
project team, particularly in training coordination, documentation, monitoring,
and logistics, contributing to effective and timely project delivery.
About You
You are an early-career public health or community health
professional with a strong interest in health systems strengthening and youth
entrepreneurship. You are eager to gain hands-on experience supporting
real-world project implementation across community and county levels.
You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable
supporting multiple activities at once — from coordinating trainings and
meetings to documenting reports and tracking outputs. You enjoy working in
structured environments where timelines, reporting, and accountability matter.
You are proactive and willing to take initiative, but also
comfortable working under supervision and learning from experienced team
members. You communicate clearly in writing and verbally, and you understand
the importance of accurate documentation, data tracking, and follow-through.
You are motivated by contributing to community-level impact
and strengthening primary health care systems, and you are ready to grow
professionally while supporting the AHC project team to deliver high-quality
results.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Implementation Support
- Support
implementation of entrepreneurship training curricula and experiential
learning activities.
- Assist
in organizing and coordinating workshops, trainings, and meetings at
community and health facility levels.
- Support
documentation of training sessions, meetings, and workshops including
preparation of reports.
- Participate
in AHC project team meetings and document minutes.
Monitoring, Documentation & Learning
- Support
tracking of project outputs and outcomes.
- Assist
in compiling and maintaining the project’s online training database.
- Support
documentation of best practices, lessons learned, and success stories.
- Assist
in preparing periodic activity reports.
Administrative & Logistics Support
- Support
adherence to financial and administrative procedures for project
activities.
- Assist
in logistical arrangements for trainings, meetings, and workshops.
- Support
the team in general coordination of project implementation activities.
- Undertake
any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Diploma
or Degree in Public Health, Community Health, or a related field.
- Having
experience in a related field is an added advantage
Required Skills and Competences
- Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong
organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability
to plan, prioritize tasks, and follow through to completion.
- Proficiency
in spoken and written English.
- Ability
to work collaboratively in a dynamic project team environment.
Personal Attributes
- The
ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong
interest in community health and entrepreneurship.
- Ability
to work independently under supervision.
- Willingness
to learn and contribute to team objectives.
- Professional
integrity and accountability.
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why
you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and
experience. The closing date will be March 13, 2026
Operations Internship at AMREF Flying Doctors
Company Description
AMREF Flying Doctors is a leading aero-medical
provider in Africa. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, at Wilson Airport, AMREF Flying
Doctors provides air evacuation services in medical emergencies as well as air
ambulance transfers between medical facilities. Patients can also be
repatriated to Europe, Asia, and North America by air ambulance jet or a
medical escort provided on commercial carriers. With a fleet of five
fully-owned dedicated Air Ambulances, patients can be evacuated from anywhere
on the African continent to anywhere in the world.
Owned by Amref Health Africa, the leading health
organization in Africa, AMREF Flying Doctors plays an instrumental role in
advancing Amref Health Africa’s enduring commitment to achieving lasting health
change in Africa.
MAIN JOB PURPOSE
- The
main purpose of the job is to assist in the efficient coordination of
flights, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation regulations during
service delivery as guided by the Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations and
Company Policy. This includes flight planning, communication with aircraft
commanders, monitoring flight operations, and providing administrative
support to the Operations Department.
Job Description
- Assist
the flight operations team to coordinate and execute daily flight
activities, aligning them with client expectations as well as aviation
requirement.
- Contributing
to flight planning and dispatch processes, adhering to company Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) under supervision.
- Ensuring
the timely completion and submission of flight plans for active flights.
- Facilitating
the clearance process by delivering manifests to immigration offices
- Maintaining
comprehensive records, including flight and event logs, aircrew flying
records, and flight operations records for inbound and outbound flights
- Establishing
and managing air-to-ground and point-to-point radio communication with
aircraft commanders.
- Assisting
with data entry of all relevant flight information into the company
database system as well as post flight filing of flight operations
documents, for monitoring purposes.
- Offering
administrative assistance to the Operations Department, including tasks
such as organizing and replenishing stationery supplies to align with
departmental demands
- Attending
to any additional work-related assignments delegated by the Operations
Manager, and duty officer.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Diploma
in Flight Operations/Dispatch
- Knowledge
in radio communication
- Proficiency
in computer studies (word, excel, power point, outlook, internet).
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Ability
to work with teams and within a team
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability
to learn
- Ability
to manage time
- Dependable,
flexible and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated
and confident
- Detail
Oriented
Work environment
- AMREF
Flying Doctors works within a twenty-four-hour work environment due to
nature of its operation
Additional Information
If you have the passion to contribute to the leading
Aero-medical and Health solutions provider, submit your application by Friday,
13th March 2026.
Operations Internship at AMREF Flying Doctors
Company Description
AMREF Flying Doctors is a leading aero-medical
provider in Africa. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, at Wilson Airport, AMREF Flying
Doctors provides air evacuation services in medical emergencies as well as air
ambulance transfers between medical facilities. Patients can also be
repatriated to Europe, Asia, and North America by air ambulance jet or a
medical escort provided on commercial carriers. With a fleet of five
fully-owned dedicated Air Ambulances, patients can be evacuated from anywhere
on the African continent to anywhere in the world.
Owned by Amref Health Africa, the leading health
organization in Africa, AMREF Flying Doctors plays an instrumental role in
advancing Amref Health Africa’s enduring commitment to achieving lasting health
change in Africa.
MAIN JOB PURPOSE
- The
main purpose of the job is to assist in the efficient coordination of
flights, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation regulations during
service delivery as guided by the Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations and
Company Policy. This includes flight planning, communication with aircraft
commanders, monitoring flight operations, and providing administrative
support to the Operations Department.
Job Description
- Assist
the flight operations team to coordinate and execute daily flight
activities, aligning them with client expectations as well as aviation
requirement.
- Contributing
to flight planning and dispatch processes, adhering to company Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) under supervision.
- Ensuring
the timely completion and submission of flight plans for active flights.
- Facilitating
the clearance process by delivering manifests to immigration offices
- Maintaining
comprehensive records, including flight and event logs, aircrew flying
records, and flight operations records for inbound and outbound flights
- Establishing
and managing air-to-ground and point-to-point radio communication with
aircraft commanders.
- Assisting
with data entry of all relevant flight information into the company
database system as well as post flight filing of flight operations
documents, for monitoring purposes.
- Offering
administrative assistance to the Operations Department, including tasks
such as organizing and replenishing stationery supplies to align with
departmental demands
- Attending
to any additional work-related assignments delegated by the Operations
Manager, and duty officer.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Diploma
in Flight Operations/Dispatch
- Knowledge
in radio communication
- Proficiency
in computer studies (word, excel, power point, outlook, internet).
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Ability
to work with teams and within a team
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability
to learn
- Ability
to manage time
- Dependable,
flexible and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated
and confident
- Detail
Oriented
Work environment
- AMREF
Flying Doctors works within a twenty-four-hour work environment due to
nature of its operation
Additional Information
If you have the passion to contribute to the leading
Aero-medical and Health solutions provider, submit your application by Friday,
13th March 2026.
Project Associate, RMNCAH at Amref Health Africa
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Uzazi Salama is a 3-year programme funded by Mpesa
Foundation in Kilifi and Narok counties in Kenya. The programme seeks to reduce
maternal, neonatal, and child morbidities and mortalities in Narok and Kilifi
Counties by 2027. The programme focusses on increasing demand and utilization
of quality RMNCAH high-impact interventions, increasing availability and
delivery of high-impact quality RMNCAH services., strengthening county health
systems for delivery of quality RMNCAH high-impact interventions, and
generating for improved programming and decision making to promote scale-up and
equity. The programme will support Narok county government toward
sustainability in quality and systems of health services.
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Associate will provide technical support to
implementation of RMNCAH service delivery interventions, and ensure integration
of NCDs. Based in Narok County, the Technical Officer will provide hands on
technical support to County and Sub County Health Management Teams (C/SCHMT) to
strengthen the utilization of quality RMNCAH and NCDs services by implementing
sustainable and evidence-based high impact interventions.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
RMNCAH and NCDs Service delivery
- Provide
technical expertise, coordination and supervision of the Uzazi Salama
programme activities.
- Work
with C/SCHMTs to facilitate the readiness of health facilities to provide
quality RMNCAH and NCDs services.
- Work
with C/SCHMTs to institute continuous quality improvement initiatives to
enhance quality service delivery.
- Support
capacity development for healthcare workers through trainings, one-on-one
mentorship and on-the-job training, and supportive supervision.
- Provide
technical support to C/SCHMT on supply chain management to ensure
availability of essential commodities, including immunization commodities.
- Work
with the CHMT/SCHMT to disseminate up-to-date RMNCAH and NCDs related
guidelines, protocols and standards and relevant job aids among others.
- Strengthen
inter-facility and community-facility referral for RMNCAH and NCDs
services.
- Work
with C/SCHMTs in the development of joint work plan and ensure its
implementation.
Demand creation
- Support
the deployment of community led SBCC interventions for the programme, in
collaboration with the CHMT and other stakeholders.
- Lead
in the design of community engagement interventions to promote community
acceptance of RMNCAH and NCDs services.
- Provide
support in the identification of key gaps/challenges/ barriers to RMNCAH
and NCDs service uptake among target beneficiaries and identify strategies
for addressing them.
- Support
peer led approaches, including technological innovations with youth
champions to promote ASRH services uptake among the youth.
Research and Advocacy
- Support
operation research initiatives in RMNCAH and NCDs to facilitate learning.
- Support
advocacy for increased RMNCAH and NCDs budgetary allocation
Monitoring and Evaluation and documentation.
- Support
in RMNCAH and NCDs data monitoring and audit as required by ensuring
reporting in the Kenya Health Information System (KHIS) and project-based
tools.
- Support
in continuous monitoring/tracking of project activities to ensure timely
implementation, quality and compliance to standards.
- Lead
in documentation and dissemination of achievements, best practices and
lessons learnt in implementation of RMNCAH and NCDs activities.
Partnership and networking
- Represent
the project at County and Sub County technical meetings and with private
stakeholders to support co-design and institutionalization of project
interventions.
- Represent
Uzazi Salama programme in relevant partners and collaborators consultative
meetings at the county level as delegated by the supervisor.
Admin and financial management
- Support
in day-to-day management of activity budgets including processing field
imprests and other financial transactions.
- Ensure
timely accounting for the use of project resources by stakeholders
and communities in liaison with finance teams.
Program development
- Participate
in concepts development and writing of new concepts and proposals for
fundraising
- Any
other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications
Education & Knowledge
- The
ideal candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in the health
sciences, and related RMNCAH clinical training.
- Training,
knowledge and experience in the implementation of RMNCAH and NCDs service
delivery programs.
Experience
- Should
have at least 2 years relevant work experience in RMNCAH and NCDs service
delivery.
- Up-to-date
knowledge in RMNCAH and NCDs, including EmONC, essential newborn care,
MPDSR, IMNCI, ANC, MIP, PNC, immunization, supportive supervision and
quality improvement systems.
- Demonstrated
ability to work effectively with government representatives, for-profit
private sector entities, local community organizations, donors and other
stakeholders, particularly at County and Sub County levels, preferably
including demonstrated experience in building service delivery quality and
utilization.
- Experience
in working both with health care workers at health facilities, and
community levels.
Skills and competencies
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills
- Good
coordination, problem solving and networking skills
- Excellent
report writing skills
- Ability
to work independently and in isolation
- Decision
making and problem-solving skills
- Ability
to work under pressure, and within strict time limits
- The
ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why
you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and
experience. The closing date will be March 3rd 2026.
Communications Officer at Amref Kenya
JOB SUMMARY
The Communication Officer will support the Communications
Department in the development and dissemination of information related to Amref
Health Africa’s initiatives in Kenya through Imarisha-Jamii project. This role
will contribute to ensuring that communication strategies are implemented
effectively, and that the organization’s mission and goals are communicated
clearly to both internal and external stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Content Creation & Management:
- Draft,
edit, and proofread internal and external communication materials ensuring
adherence to organizational branding and messaging guidelines.
- Coordinate
with different departments to collate stories, updates, and achievements
for monthly newsletters and reports.
- Work
with graphic designers and videographers to produce visually appealing
communication assets.
Media Relations:
- Assist
in coordinating and facilitate media activities such as press conferences,
interviews, and media visits to project sites.
- Develop
and regularly update a media contact list, ensuring relationships with key
media personnel are nurtured.
- Track
media coverage to assess the reach and impact of Amref’s stories in the
public domain.
Digital Media:
- Collaborate
with the digital team to schedule, post, and monitor content on Amref’s
social media platforms.
- Engage
with online audiences, responding to comments and queries in a timely
manner.
- Use
digital analytics tools to produce monthly reports on web and social media
engagement metrics, offering recommendations for improvement.
Event Coordination:
- Assist
in the planning, organization, and execution of public relations events,
ensuring all logistics are managed efficiently.
- Collaborate
with media partners to ensure effective publicity and coverage of events.
- Post-event,
compile reports detailing outcomes, media coverage, and areas of
improvement.
Administrative Tasks:
- Maintain
an organized digital library of communication materials, ensuring easy
access and retrieval of photographs, videos, and documents.
- Document
communication activities, capturing details of media coverage, outreach,
and impact.
- Assist
with budgeting for communication activities, ensuring cost- effectiveness
and adherence to set budgets.
Research & Analysis:
- Monitor
health trends and news, identifying opportunities for Amref to leverage in
its communications.
- Assist
in conducting periodic stakeholder analysis to understand and tailor
communication strategies to varying audience needs.
Collaboration:
- Regularly
liaise with other departments to gather relevant information for
communication materials.
- Participate
in inter-departmental meetings, providing updates on communication
activities and garnering inputs for upcoming campaigns.
- Support
partnership-building by assisting in the creation of partnership
presentations, ensuring they effectively communicate Amref’s value
proposition.
Qualifications
Education and Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Communications or any other related field
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum
of three (3) years’ relevant experience in a communications role
- Experience
project management is an added advantage
- Working
knowledge of internal communication tools and channels
- Knowledge,
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent
planning, co-ordination, organizational, communication and follow up
skills.
- Strong
attention to detail.
- Able
to deliver quality work within tight deadlines and minimal supervision.
- Hardworking
and results oriented.
- Good
time management and organizational skills
- Experience
of measuring effectiveness of communications
- Experience
of writing for a variety of audiences
- Strong
diplomacy and inter-personal skills
Intern – Data Management and Reporting at Amref Health Africa
Job Description
The Data Management & Reporting Intern will support the
organization’s data processes, ensuring all required data is available for
analytics and reporting. The role also involves maintaining data quality
assurance (DQA) processes, supporting data visualization needs, and contributing
to the improvement of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. MEL Data Processes in AIMS & Qlik [50%]
- Support
the process of fetching, sorting, ordering, and organizing data as
required for both regular and ad hoc reports.
- Participate
in discussions with users to gather data visualization requirements,
ensuring clear communication and tracking of specific assignments.
- Monitor
progress until visualization tasks are completed and thoroughly tested for
accuracy and usability.
- Assist
in testing data matches and logic for new or updated dashboard solutions,
ensuring that the data presented aligns with the organization’s reporting
needs and standards.
2. Data Quality Assurance (DQA) Processes [50%]
- Conduct
and execute DQA validation checks inbuilt in AIMS and Qlik systems,
ensuring that data is accurate and reliable for reporting.
- Update
the DQA issue log biweekly, providing key insights and follow-up actions
for Corporate MEL focal points.
- Track
DQA performance regularly through Qlik, identifying country-specific
design and monitoring gaps.
- Present
these gaps in MEL meetings to ensure timely action and program
improvement.
- Support
the documentation of areas for improvement within DQA workflows and
visualizations to enhance user experience and streamline processes.
- Actively
participate in Routine Data Quality Audits (RDQA) in collaboration with
various implementing offices, supporting data validation and the integrity
of monitoring processes.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- A
minimum of a Diploma in Statistics, Data Analytics, IT, Social Sciences,
Public Health, or related fields. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
- At
least 1 year of experience in a similar/related field.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Ability
to engage effectively with country office focal persons, fostering
teamwork and open dialogue to achieve common goals.
- Demonstrate
strong facilitation skills that promote inclusive participation.
- Capable
of working independently, exhibiting self-motivation and a proactive
attitude toward assigned tasks.
- Upholds
high standards of integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior in all
interactions and responsibilities.
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why
you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and
experience. The closing date will be February 6th 2026.
Intern – Impact, Learning and Programmes Support at Amref Health Africa
Intern – Impact, Learning and Programmes Support
- Nairobi,
Kenya Employees work in a hybrid mode
- Contract
- Opportunity
Type: Current Opening
Company Description
Amref Health Africa was founded in 1957 and has since grown
to become the largest African-based international health development
organization, currently implementing more than 180 programs, reaching more than
40 million people across 35 African countries, and a staff complement of over
2,000. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in ten
African countries – Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Guinea (Conakry), Kenya, Malawi,
Senegal, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. An additional eleven
advocacy and fundraising offices are located in Europe and North America.
Amref Health Africa is driven by its vision of ‘Lasting
health change in Africa’ and its mission ‘To catalyse
and drive community-led and people-centred health systems while addressing
social determinants of health.’ We believe that the power to
transform Africa’s health lies within its communities and therefore strive to
ensure that health systems are not only functional but communities are
empowered to hold these systems accountable for delivering of quality and
affordable health care.
JOB PURPOSE
The primary purpose of the role is to provide support to the
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team in activities related to
learning, impact assessment and programmes support. The intern will assist in
executing key tasks across learning agenda management, programme monitoring,
and evaluation activities, contributing to Amref’s efforts to achieve
impact-driven programmes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Learning and Impact Activities [50%)
- Actively
attend and contribute to planning and implementation meetings for learning
and impact assessments.
- Assist
in drafting manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals or
internal publications.
- Support
in maintaining and updating the organizational learning agenda tracker to
capture ongoing learning initiatives and outcomes.
- Identify
and share opportunities such as research capacity-building workshops,
upcoming conferences, and calls for research grants.
- Assist
with responses to relevant opportunities.
- Assist
with scheduling meetings, sending out invitations, preparing meeting
materials, and taking minutes for documentation.
- Participate
in Research Community of Practice meetings and discussions, offering
administrative and technical support.
- Undertake
any additional tasks assigned by the supervisor related to learning,
impact, or research support.
2. Programmes Support [50%]
- Assist
in developing Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning frameworks, guidelines,
and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for programmes within the
organization.
- Contribute
to the development and submission of proposals, particularly in the MEL
components, ensuring alignment with donor expectations and organizational
goals.
- Support
the organization and implementation of trainings for country offices’ MEL
staff, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge
for efficient MEL practices.
- Assist
in various programme-related tasks, as directed by the MEL Manager,
ensuring effective execution of programmatic activities aligned with MEL
strategies.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Must
have a minimum of a Diploma in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development
Economics, Public Health, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is
preferred.
- At
least 1 year of experience in manuscript preparation for publication and
supporting of the research grant writing process/related field is
preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Excellent
ability to listen, communicate, and collaborate effectively with country
office focal points and team members.
- Strong
facilitation skills, with an emphasis on supporting country offices
through an inclusive, participatory approach.
- Capable
of working independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating
initiative and self-motivation.
- High
levels of integrity, honesty, and ethical conduct in all interactions and
responsibilities.
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why
you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and
experience. The closing date will be February 6th 2026.
VACANCY OPPORTUNITIES AT AMREF HEALTH AFRICA
AMREF Kenya is Hiring; the available positions are as
follows:
- Registered
Nurse
- ICT
Officer
- ICT
Intern
- Computer
Science Intern
- Community
Health Officer
- Monitoring
& Evaluation (M&E) Officer
- Finance
Assistant
These opportunities are designed to provide successful
candidates with meaningful professional exposure while contributing to
impactful health programs across our areas of operation.
Comprehensive details regarding the roles, eligibility
requirements, and application procedures are provided in the attached document.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the attachment carefully before
submitting their applications.
AMREF Health Africa is an equal opportunity employer and is
committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and professional working
environment. We highly value integrity, innovation, and dedication to community
health and development.
Send of your applications to: recruitment@amrefke.com
Talent Acquisition Officer at Amref Health Africa
Job Purpose
Amref Health Africa is establishing a Temporary
Recruiters Roster to strengthen our talent acquisition capacity during
periods of high recruitment demand or special projects. This roster will
consist of pre-qualified recruitment professionals who can be rapidly engaged
to support both the Headquarters and Kenya Country Office, and
occasionally other Amref country offices, on a temporary or project basis.
The Temporary Recruiters Roster is designed to ensure Amref
can respond quickly to surge recruitment needs by engaging
experienced recruiters already familiar with our processes and standards.
Selected professionals will be added to the roster for a period of 12 months
and may be called upon to support short-term assignments when required.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
1. Recruitment Execution
- Support
the development and review of job descriptions for surge roles.
- Manage
full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles, from job posting and sourcing
to interview coordination and background checks.
- Support
high-volume and surge recruitments across Amref’s offices, ensuring timely
turnaround and candidate experience excellence.
- Screen
and shortlist qualified candidates based on defined role requirements and
competencies.
2. Talent Sourcing
- Use
multiple sourcing methods, including social media, job boards, and
networks, to identify top talent.
- Promote
Amref’s employer brand and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
in all recruitment activities.
3. Stakeholder Management
- Partner
with hiring managers to clarify role requirements and align recruitment
strategies.
- Communicate
effectively with candidates, ensuring transparency and a positive
recruitment experience.
- Collaborate
with HR teams at HQ and country offices to ensure compliance with Amref’s
recruitment standards and practices.
4. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain
accurate candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Provide
timely reports on recruitment progress and insights to the Talent
Acquisition team.
5. Staff Onboarding
- Coordinate
timely background checks and pre-employment documentation for successful
candidates.
- Support
contract preparation and ensure smooth transition for onboarding.
- Collaborate
with the HR Operations team to ensure orientation and onboarding logistics
are well managed for new hires.
6. Other Duties
- Participate
in team meetings and progress updates.
- Support
documentation of lessons learned and recommendations to strengthen future
surge recruitment processes.
- Undertake
any additional duties related to recruitment as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a
related field.
- Minimum
of 3 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, preferably in an
international or NGO setting.
- Experience
managing multiple recruitments simultaneously and working under tight
timelines.
- Strong
communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity
with Applicant Tracking Systems and digital recruitment tools.
- Proven
ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced,
multicultural environment.
Core Competencies
- Results-Oriented: Focuses
on achieving recruitment targets efficiently.
- Client
Service Mindset: Anticipates and meets the needs of hiring
managers and candidates.
- Agility: Thrives
in dynamic and fast-paced recruitment contexts.
- Collaboration: Works
effectively within multicultural teams and promotes knowledge sharing.
- Technology
Savvy: Leverages digital tools to enhance talent acquisition
processes.
- Coordination: Demonstrates
strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Integrity: Acts
with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Quality
Orientation: Maintains high standards in every stage of
recruitment.
- Lateral
Thinking: Applies creative approaches to sourcing and
problem-solving.
- Resilience: Maintains
focus under pressure and adapts to shifting priorities.
- Drive: Takes
initiative and ownership of results.
Additional Information
Interested candidates are invited to submit their
applications (CV and cover letter) by 21st November 2025. Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Communications Associate at Amref Kenya
OVERVIEW OF AMREF KENYA COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT
The Communication Department plays a vital role in promoting
the organisation’s mission and programs. It focuses on strategic communication,
public engagement, and media relations to position Amref as a leader in health
development in Africa. The key functions of the department include strategic
communications, managing media relations, providing event support, knowledge
management, and advocacy to influence policy. The department aims to strengthen
impact communication by leveraging evidence-based storytelling, strategic
stakeholder engagement, and intensifying digital reach through the
organisation’s website, which serves as the primary digital gateway for
amplifying impacts, among other media platforms.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Communications Associate will play a pivotal role in
delivering a high-impact transformation of the content and layout designs on
the Amref Kenya website. Working closely with the Communications Manager and
Digital Lead, the Assistant will ensure the site powerfully reflects Amref
Kenya’s strategic focus and impact on primary healthcare systems and social
determinants of health. This role will focus on curating, refining, and
optimizing content to enhance the website’s value as a dynamic platform for showcasing
Amref’s work, driving strategic engagements and strengthening partnerships.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Structuring
- Support
in translating periodic program reports, data, research publications and
articles into strategic multimedia interactive content for external
communication on programmatic impacts.
- Support
in curating existing website content to reflect the current strategy,
mission, and pillars.
- Support
in optimizing website architecture and themes to enhance clarity,
navigation, and performance.
Visual Development
- Support
in designing high-quality program-specific landing pages with relevant
content, including project and thematic briefs.
- Improve
headlines, metadata, image use, and all website copy to enhance
consistency and engagement.
Visibility and Brand Awareness
- Apply
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) best practices, accessibility features,
and metadata standards to the strategic content to improve the website’s
visibility to key Amref stakeholders – current and potential.
- Maintain
consistent brand identity and editorial standards, including visual
quality and coherence across all content types.
Publishing Support and Performance Tracking
- Manage
a shared publishing calendar with the Digital Lead to ensure real-time
website updates.
- Monitor
content engagement using website and AI analytics, and prepare monthly
content performance reports.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Health, or a
related field.
- Proven
experience in digital content curation and website management, familiarity
in website content management systems including WordPress and Drupal, and
basic SEO and accessibility principles.
- Proficiency
in graphic design software, including Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and
Figma, with the ability to adapt technical and health-related content for
diverse digital audiences.
- Hands-on
experience in communication for development or communication in the health
and development sector is an added advantage.
Core Competences
- Strong
storytelling and visual communication skills, with high attention to
design detail.
- Ability
to create content that aligns with organizational goals, working
collaboratively and adapting to shifting priorities.
- Analytical
mindset with the capacity to interpret user data and content performance
to inform strategy.
Communications Intern at Amref Kenya
Job description
The Communication Department plays a vital role in promoting
the organisation’s mission and programs. It focuses on strategic communication,
public engagement, and media relations to position Amref as a leader in health
development in Africa. The key functions of the department include strategic
communications, managing media relations, providing event support, knowledge
management, and advocacy to influence policy. The department aims to strengthen
impact communication by leveraging evidence-based storytelling, strategic
stakeholder engagement, and intensifying digital reach through the
organisation’s website, which serves as the primary digital gateway for
amplifying impacts, among other media platforms.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Communications Intern will play a vital role in
supporting Amref Health Africa in Kenya’s communications and visibility
efforts. Working closely with the Ag Communications Manager and the wider team,
the intern will contribute to content development, knowledge management, and
digital engagement to ensure Amref Kenya’s work is effectively communicated.
This role will focus on creating, refining, and optimizing content across
digital platforms and internal systems to enhance Amref’s strategic focus on
primary health care, maternal and newborn health, and the social determinants
of health.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Development & Structuring
- Draft
and edit communication materials, including articles, newsletters, social
media posts, and web content.
- Translate
technical reports, data, and research into accessible, engaging content
for diverse audiences.
- Assist
in curating existing communication assets to align with Amref’s current
strategy and Big Bets.
Knowledge Management & Documentation
- Support
documentation of programmatic impact stories, briefs, and stakeholder
updates.
- Assist
in organizing and managing content repositories and archives for easy
access.
- Collect
and synthesize feedback to improve communication outputs.
Digital Media and Visibility
- Support
execution of social media campaigns, monitoring engagement and analytics.
- Ensure
consistent brand identity, editorial standards, and quality across digital
platforms.
- Apply
basic SEO and digital optimization principles to increase content
visibility.
Event Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
- Provide
communication and logistical support for internal and external events,
webinars, and campaigns.
- Capture
content (notes, photos, short updates) during events for timely
dissemination.
- Assist
in preparing post-event summaries and reports.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Track
content engagement using digital analytics tools and prepare short monthly
insights.
- Contribute
to the continuous improvement of communication strategies based on data
and feedback.
Qualifications
- Diploma
or Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Social Sciences, International
Relations, Development Studies, or related field (preferably a recent
graduate).
- Strong
writing, editing, and research skills with the ability to tailor content
for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated
experience (through internships, volunteer roles, or projects) in
communications, social media, or knowledge management.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CMS (e.g., WordPress), Canva,
or basic design tools is an added advantage.
- Exposure
to communications in the health and development sector is desirable.
CORE COMPETENCES
- Strong
storytelling and writing skills, with high attention to detail.
- Ability
to create content that aligns with organisational goals and adapts to
shifting priorities.
- Strong
interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
- Analytical
mindset with capacity to interpret basic engagement data to inform
improvement.
- Proactive,
organized, and a collaborative team player.
National Advocacy Coordinator at Amref Kenya
Job Description
The National Advocacy Coordinator will lead policy advocacy
work-planning, strategy development, and implementation by the partners
(youth-led grassroots organizations) and lead policy advocacy, monitoring,
evaluation, and learning capacity strengthening, formation of a youth Led
coalition, spearhead Meaningful Youth Engagement (MYE), and oversee
relationships with Government agencies and partners at the country level. The
role will focus on advancing tobacco control priorities in line with national,
regional, and global frameworks, including the WHO Framework Convention on
Tobacco Control (FCTC). This role holder will report to the Regional Programme
Lead – Youth In Action based in Amref Health Africa.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Policy Advocacy, MEL and Technical support
- Provide
facilitation support and mentorship to youth-led organizations at the
country level in developing effective Tobacco control advocacy
strategies and pursuing common advocacy goals and priorities
- Lead
in the establishment of National youth-led coalitions, developing
selection criteria and TORs and supporting the youth-led organizations to
implement common advocacy priorities on tobacco control
- Support
youth-led organizations in drafting policy briefs and policy submissions
related to their advocacy strategies
- Support
youth-led organizations and coalitions to develop a policy advocacy
capacity strengthening plan
- Organize
and facilitate trainings on advocacy and MEL to youth-led organizations
and coalitions
- Support
youth-led organizations in the development of the advocacy MEL framework
for outcome harvesting of advocacy wins
Country and Community Partnerships
- Serve
as the primary liaison with youth advocacy and policymaker partners at the
national level in Kenya
- Ensure
communication with and among partners on project activities at country
level
- Manage
and ensure timely delivery of contracted activities by
partners (youth-led organizations)
Partners’ Engagement and Project Coordination
- Serve
as a connector and facilitator of partner engagement with policymakers at
the country level
- Seek
ways to inform and engage policymakers in youth-led advocacy engagement
efforts
- Organize
and facilitate the coalition’s monthly progress meeting
- Support
in the coordination of baseline, midline and end line assessments and
analyze and share the results with the partners and other stakeholders
Administration and Reporting
- Offer
finance and administration oversight to project work at country level and
with country youth-led organizations
- Develop
timely and accurate reports of field , country activities and donor
reports
- Support
the youth-led organizations to prepare and submit high-quality financial
and programmatic reports on time
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- A
Degree in Community Development, Public Policy or related Social Sciences.
- At
least 3 years of experience working with and building the capacity of
grassroots organizations in advocacy strategy development and
implementation in Kenya
- At
least 3 years of experience in youth engagement in the health sector.
- Experience
working with youth initiatives/programmes in tobacco control advocacy
Skills and Competencies
- Adaptable
in dynamic working environments
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills
- Hands-on
with both managerial and operational tasks
- Skilled
at prioritizing and multitasking
- Maintains
confidentiality, tact, and discretion
- Experienced
in strategic planning and project management
- High
level of diplomacy and public relations skills
- Passionate
about youth engagement and advocacy in Africa
- Strong
collaboration, coordination, and oversight abilities
- Comfortable
working with and reporting to multiple partners
- Effective
decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates
adaptive leadership
- Strong
understanding of internal and external political contexts
- Tactical
and strategic thinking abilities
Additional Information
Work Environment
- An
office space within partner-organizations
- Ability
to travel at least 30% time.
Please include a cover letter that highlights why you
believe you are an ideal candidate for this role, along with your CV showcasing
your relevant skills and experience. The application deadline is Friday,
19th September 2025.
ICT Intern – Software Developer at Amref Health Africa
ICT Intern – Software Developer
- Nairobi,
Kenya
- Intern
- Opportunity
Type: Current Opening
Company Description
Amref Health Africa was founded in 1957 and has since grown
to become the largest African-based international health development
organisation; currently implementing more than 180 programs, reaching more than
40 million people across 35 African countries; and a staff complement of over
2,000. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in ten
countries in Africa – Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Guinea (Conakry), Kenya, Malawi,
Senegal, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. An additional eleven
advocacy and fundraising offices are located in Europe and North America.
Amref Health Africa is driven by its vision of ‘Lasting
health change in Africa’ and its mission ‘To catalyze
and drive community-led and people-centred health systems while addressing
social determinants of health’. We believe that the power
to transform Africa’s health lies within its communities, and therefore strive
to ensure that health systems are not only functional but that communities are
empowered to hold these systems accountable for the delivery of quality and
affordable health care.
Job Description
- Design
and develop software for a variety of platforms.
- Develop,
test, and document software to ensure quality, reliability, and
scalability.
- Debug
and troubleshoot frontend issues, ensuring optimal performance and user
experience.
- Participate
in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of development
processes.
- Keeping
up-to-date with the latest technology and programming trends.
Qualifications
- A
Diploma or University Degree in Computer Science or related studies.
- Experience
with using Windows based applications.
- Programming
experience in C# or Java.
- Knowledge
of .Net Framework.
- Knowledge
of core computer science concepts such as object-oriented design,
problem-solving, and complexity analysis.
- Experience
with power apps and power automate is an added advantage.
- Knowledge
of modern web development tools and frameworks, such as React or Angular,
is a plus
Competencies
- Strong
interpersonal skills.
- Good
communication skills, both oral and written.
- Willingness
to learn.
- Attentive
to detail.
- Team
Player.
- Show
initiative and creativity.
- Hard
working and results oriented
Additional Information
Your application should include a cover letter detailing why
you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and
experience. Closing date will be Thursday 4th September 2025.
Software Developer at Amref Health Africa
Job Description
PROJECT BRIEF
Amref Health Africa in Kenya is implementing the USAID
Imarisha Jamii program that seeks to provide HIV care and treatment; Services
to orphans and vulnerable children and adolescents; and services in the area of
Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (FP/RMNCAH) and
nutrition. The purpose of the program is to increase the use of quality
county-led health and social services in Turkana County, Kenya.
JOB PURPOSE
The holder of this position is responsible for designing,
developing, deploying, and maintaining software applications that meet an
organization’s operational, strategic, or patient needs including providing
technical support in KenyaEMR, KHIS, e-CHIS and other HIS solutions’ management
for the project team, County and Sub-County teams, and partners. Leads the
implementation and optimization of KenyaEMR ensuring secure, cloud-accessible
systems that support real-time decision-making and reporting. Builds local
capacity, supports data quality improvement, and promotes sustainable use of
digital health tools aligned with national priorities. In addition, the officer
will be responsible for customizing internal web-based systems and development
of APIs to support data management for decision making.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES;
- Collaborate
with project and Amref ICT teams to gather requirements, design, code, and
test software applications
- Ensure
seamless interoperability between systems, supporting API integration and
participating in system maintenance, upgrades/migrations to cloud
environments.
- Install,
configure, and maintain OpenMRS-based EMRs (Taifacare) and ensure smooth
integration with national reporting systems, including KHIS, DMRIS and
DWAPI for 100% reporting to the National Data Warehouse (NDW).
- Lead
the implementation and support of cloud-hosted KenyaEMR as a
point-of-care/facility wide system across supported sites, ensuring
real-time access to patient data.
- Collaborate
with the partners to pilot, test, and roll out Health Information Systems
(HIS) including DMRIS, KenyaEMR and other HIS solutions for patient
management.
- Monitor
system performance and provide proactive technical support to minimize
downtime and enhance EMR reliability.
- Develop
APIs for data management and AI powered dashboards
- Facilitate
hardware and software installation in supported facilities including
system upgrades, internet setup, and server optimization.
- Ensure
regular and secure backups of Kenya-EMR databases, verifying data
integrity and availability for timely restoration when needed.
- Create
and execute data quality audits (DQAs) using SQL queries and scripts to
improve data accuracy and integrity.
- Build
capacity of County and Sub-county teams on EMR usage, identify and mentor
county EMR champions to ensure ownership and sustainability.
- Conduct
routine training and mentorship for facility staff on EMR utilization and
module use.
- Provide
day-to-day technical support to M&E team members and HRIOs to ensure
effective DMRIS, EMR and other HIS solutions for data-driven
decision-making.
- Support
EMR integration with other HIS solutions e.g DWAPI, Ushauri, Nishauri, Lab
Manifest for improved clinical workflows and service delivery.
- Guide
staff on ICT policies including equipment safety, data confidentiality,
and compliance with organizational data protection standards.
- Support
consortium partners in the compilation and submission of timely weekly,
monthly, and quarterly reports.
- Maintain
active collaboration with technical partners to align on-premise EMR usage
with national data systems and cloud infrastructure.
- Contribute
to the development of technical documentation, training materials, and
automated deployment playbooks for multi-facility EMR rollouts.
- Coordinate
with MEL Specialists, HIS, and technical leads to automate health
registers and generate monthly, quarterly, and DATIM reports.
- Perform
any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s
degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, Data Science, Information
Technology or related field.
- Master’s
degree in the above fields is an added advantage.
- Proficiency
in software design and scripting languages such as Java, Python, or C++.
- Minimum
four (4) years’ experience working in Health or HIV-related programs.
- Proficiency
in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning and data analytics is an
added advantage
- Demonstrate
knowledge of Kenya EMR, DWAPI, NDWH, KHIS and other HIS solutions.
- Strong
problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot system issues in
resource-constrained settings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCES
- Ability
to work in a complex project implementation environment with multiple
tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
- Experienced
and proficient in writing reports for monitoring and reporting on project
outcomes and impacts, including performance monitoring plans for external
audiences, and manuscripts for publication
- Demonstrated
excellent management skills and ability to lead and motivate
multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
- Ability
to take initiative, solve complex problems, exercise independent judgment.
Work Environment
- Work
environment is in ARID and Semi-ARID Area with frequent travel
Hours of Work
- The
job holder may be required to work outside normal working hours due to the
nature of the work in general
WASH Project Associate (Water Enterprise Development)
WaterStarters is a WASH program implemented by Amref Health
Africa with funding MegaGroup, DANIDA and Amref Flying Doctors –
Netherlands. The program is testing an innovative financing and management
model for rural water schemes which combines grants, community contributions
and recoverable finance. The project seeks to demonstrate that use of
smart-tech solutions coupled with professional management can guarantee revenue
flows for rural water schemes, thereby ensuring sustainability and CapEx recovery.
For more information of WaterStarters visit www.waterstarters.org
The Project Associate will develop and implement strategies
that transform rural water projects (franchisees) into commercially viable and
sustainable enterprises, ensuring long-term access to clean water for rural
communities, with a specific focus on franchisee management, loan repayment,
and financial transparency.
WASH Project Associate (Technical)
WaterStarters is a WASH program implemented by Amref Health
Africa with funding MegaGroup, DANIDA and Amref Flying Doctors –
Netherlands. The program is testing an innovative financing and management
model for rural water schemes which combines grants, community contributions
and recoverable finance. The project seeks to demonstrate that use of
smart-tech solutions coupled with professional management can guarantee revenue
flows for rural water schemes, thereby ensuring sustainability and CapEx recovery.
For more information of waterStarters visit www.waterstarters.org
The WASH Project Associate will support in the planning,
design and implementation of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions for
the WaterStarters project. The successful candidate will report to the project
Coordinator with indirect reporting to the WASH programme manager and work very
closely with other team members.