Technical Lead-Health Professions Education (HPE)

  • Full-time
  • Opportunity Type: Current Opening

Company Description

Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health. AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education. It is committed to progressively developing innovative programmes catering to the present and future African and global health needs. The University offers postgraduate, undergraduate, higher diploma, diploma· and certificate programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that prepare human resources for health to serve throughout the health system. AmIU will become the Pan African University in Primary Health care and seeks to train transformational leaders who will Inspire Lasting Change. For more on Amref International University, please visit https://amref.ac.ke

Job Description

PlPl  Planning and Coordination.

  • Develop Quarterly and annual strategic workplans in collaboration with the line functional and operational supervisors; DVC-RCE and regional PEP project manager respectively
  •  Generate and share relevant project reports with the regional project manager through the research and community extension office at AMIU
  • Participate in the development and implementation of project logical frameworks and M&E plans.
  • Support project team in planning, implementation and evaluation of relevant project activities
  • Work with relevant stakeholders including regulatory bodies to co-create and supervise the implementation of HPE related activities in the regional PEP project. 
  • Liaise with other project staff in implementation sites to ensure harmonious implementation and reporting on the planned activities  

Technical Support

  • Design and implement evidence based educational programs in selected partner institutions
  • Design and implement relevant education research studies across various partner institutions
  •  Mentor and coach healthcare educators and clinical supervisors on Novel, innovative and active teaching methodologies.
  • Foster the formation of productive linkages and networks with other entities and partners in the region to ensure there is successful implementation of PEP project activities
  • Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for educational programs
  • Oversight establishing of Simulation Based Learning (SBL) centres of excellence in the region
  • Carry out operational research to establish the effectiveness of PEP project interventions
  • Participate in organizing project advocacy forums.
  • Identify project risks and initiate appropriate interventions
  • Monitor progress and document progress made in HPE  components  of the PEP project
  • Work in Liaison  with  the Online and Blended Learning (OBL)  teams at AMIU and the larger Amref Health Africa to integrate  various innovative/novel  digital learning  and disruptive training solutions in partner institutions’  core-curriculum.
  • Support AMIU faculty to develop and implement Competency  Based Curricula

Community and Resource mobilisation and sensitization

  • Engage various stakeholders to enhance the adoption of evidence-based PEP project models and concepts
  • Drive targeted audience mobilization and Sensitization in the implementation of PEP activities across all implementation sites
  • Assist in the identification of strategic resource persons to work with to enhance achieving of the PEP project goals
  • Establish and sustain harmonious and gainful strategic relationships with various stakeholders to facilitate successful project activities and implementation
  • Identify opportunities that can enhance the growth of the project and communicate them to the program lead including the AMIU DVC Research and Community Extension
  • Contribute to the development of fundraising concept notes and proposals based on emerging opportunities

Financial Management

  • Strategically manage financial resources allocated to HPE related activities and share associated reports with the regional project manager through AMIU’s DVC Research and Community Extension.

Research and Innovations

  • Development and implementation of research protocols; data collection, report writing and dissemination.
  • Support the Research Directorate in grant writing and implementation of research activities.
  • Support AMIU faculty and graduate school students to develop and implement various education research studies  
  • Support PEP partner institutions to develop and implement various education research studies

Reporting and Documentation

  • Assist in data entry and analysis of project activities.
  • Provide relevant reports as per project and donor requirements.
  • Assist in the capitalisation of best practices and lessons learnt by developing success stories for publication.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Earned PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) in a health-related field, a Bachelor’s degree in a Health or education field and a Masters in HPE, education technology or related field from a recognized University

Required Experience

  • Knowledgeable in project management, designing and deployment of Novel and innovative training interventions including Simulation Based Learning (SBL).
  • Knowledgeable in conducting education research; with at least 3 publications in HPE related field
  • At least five (5) years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience in curriculum development and training of Human Resource for Health (HRH).   
  • Experience in evaluating Health Education Programs
  • Experience working with diverse stakeholders in a health development project or program

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

  • Virtual content design and delivery skills
  • Project management skills
  • Good knowledge of community dynamics, mobilization and participation
  • Excellent reporting and computer skills and ICT competencies a must
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
  • Decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Teaching, facilitation skills and presentation skills
  • Good interpersonal and negotiation skills    
  • High level of integrity and honesty
  • Team player, agile and results oriented
  • Flexible to accommodate emerging yet relevant context-specific needs

 

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 6th July 2026.

All Amref International University open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly note that official emails from AmIU will arrive from an @amref.ac.ke or @amref.org address.

Amref International University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref International University is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy.

All Amref International University open vacancies are published on our website under the Vacancies page and on our official social media pages. Kindly note that official emails from AmIU will arrive from an @amref.ac.ke or @amref.org address.

Amref International University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref International University is dedicated to diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer with a non-smoking environment policy.

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