Job Purpose: The Programme Officer is responsible for effective, efficient and impactful programme implementation in line with CEHURD’s strategic plan, policies and procedures. They support programme development working in collaboration with other key departments. The job holder provides technical support to staff and key stakeholders for smooth design, implementation and reporting of programme activities and results.

They contribute to learning and strategic communication aimed at institutional growth and development. The Officer represents CEHURD in relevant spaces, builds and strengthens partnerships aimed at consolidating organisational visibility, credibility, sustainability and positioning in the area of its mandate. The job holder will be responsible for advancing access to social justice in health through advocacy, research, strategic communication and positioning, strategic partnerships and movement building.

Qualifications:
• Should hold a Bachelors’ Degree in Law, Human Rights, Social Sciences, Gender studies, Economics, Public Health, development studies or any related qualifications.
Post graduate training in Project planning and Management, human rights, public health, social sciences, gender studies, monitoring and evaluation and related fields is an added advantage.

Job related experience and knowledge:
• At least 5 years of experience in advocacy in health and / or human rights fields
• NGO experience is essential
• Research experience is an added advantage
• Presentation skills and proficiency in MS office are critical
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Previous experience of project/programme management is essential.
• Experience of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning is an added advantage