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Jacaranda Health Clinic

this is to inform the general public Jacaranda Health is a social venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa.

We are combining business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and reproductive health services to low-income urban women.

Community Relations Associate

Responsibilities

Working with the CRR Manager to scout for new locations and options for partnerships Establishing wide relations with other partners within our locality Identifying influential people within the community to sensitize on JH services Liaising with the local authority to create good relationships Mobilizing resources for Focus Group Discussions and field surveys Assisting in conducting surveys and focus groups Supervising and ensuring quality data collection during surveys Following up on unpaid accounts through local chiefs Any other duties as assigned. Requirements A minimum of Diploma in social work or community health / development from a recognized institution. A bachelor’s degree would be an advantage At least 2-3 years’ work experience in a role involving community mobilization, partnership development, and/or qualitative research. Experience in a health care setting would be an advantage Strong communication and interpersonal skills and empathy Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google products Independent, self-starter capable of working well with a team, multi-tasking effectively and managing a variety of responsibilities typical in a start-up environment Able to uphold high ethical and professional standards and the highest level of honesty and confidentiality Dependable, responsible, reliable and attentive to detail Fluency in English and Kiswahili Knowledge of and familiarity with communities in Eastlands and Northern Nairobi Passion for and commitment to Jacaranda Health's mission. To Apply Interested candidates may apply by: 1. First, complete the online form available by clicking here Jacaranda Health Community Relations Associate Application Form or by pasting this link into your web browser: http://goo.gl/2bCH5. 2. After completing the application, please also submit your CV and a cover letter to jobs [at] jacararandahealth.org. Only applicants that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered. No calls please. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications received, we will be unable to confirm all submissions. Preference will be given to applications submitted by June 18th, 2012.