The Surveillance and M&E Advisor will provide critical systems support to strengthen Logistics Management Information Systems (LMIS) functionality, enhancing visibility across all levels of the supply chain. This will improve the detection and reporting of stockouts of life-saving commodities and enable accurate reporting on GHSC-PSM indicators, including stock status, LMIS reporting rates, and other key performance metrics.
Responsibilities include:
Identify, analyze, and recommend feasible options to support critical and life-saving activities related to Kenya's health supply chain and logistics management information systems
Support the implementation of critical, life-saving interventions that enhance supply chain visibility and responsiveness, ensuring timely access to essential health commodities at all levels of the system
Monitor and report on stock status, stockouts, and resupply trends using LMIS data
Collaborate with KEMSA, MoH, and county health departments to ensure consistent data flow from service delivery points to national systems
Monitor and report on key GHSC-PSM indicators
Collect and interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports with respect to health commodity movements and distribution throughout Kenya. This includes analyzing data from KHIS, KEMSA, MEDS, disease programs, and other primary sources to determine reporting rates and stock status of commodities at health facility level
Ensure the timely collection of data from all levels of the supply chain and develop databases, tools, and protocols for secure data storage and management
Train selected staff and partners on M&E system operations, data collection methodologies, and reporting standards
Perform data analysis to support the production of project reports, donor communications, and strategic decision-making
Qualifications:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in public health, health informative, supply chain management, or related field
Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience or Master's degree and at least 8 years of progressively responsible experience with LMIS platforms and data systems (e.g., DHIS2, i-LMIS, cStock) and monitoring and evaluation
Knowledge and practical application of recognized principles in the context of monitoring and evaluation of health programs
Experience developing databases, harnessing tools, and conducting data analysis strongly preferred
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Familiarity with USAID or U.S. government-funded project reporting requirements preferred
Proven ability to work collaboratively with host-country officials, donors, and other key stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to assess priorities, manage various activities in a time-sensitive environment, and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality
Kenyan Citizen
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in English required