TB Alliance launches new formulations for childhood tuberculosis (TB) in Kenya

27 September 2016 (Nairobi, Kenya)

Today the TB Alliance in partnership with Kenya Ministry of health, UNITAID and others launched new formulations for childhood tuberculosis (TB) in Kenya, marking the first national roll out of these products. These medicines are easier for caregivers to give and for children to take, and are expected to help improve treatment and child survival from TB.

Tuberculosis still remains a major killer of children. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), at least 1 million children suffer from TB each year and 140,000 children die of this preventable, treatable, and curable disease. In 2015, Kenya reported nearly 7,000 cases of TB in infants and children, with those under age five at greatest risk of having severe forms of TB and dying from the disease.

Previously, caregivers had to cut or crush multiple, bitter-tasting pills in an attempt to achieve the right doses for children. This made the six-month treatment journey difficult for children and their families, contributing to treatment failure and death from the disease. The treatments now being introduced are the first to meet WHO guidelines for childhood TB treatment. They are not new drugs but improved formulations that come in the correct doses, require fewer pills, are flavored and dissolve in water.

Starting October 1, 2016, all children in Kenya initiated on TB treatment will be given the improved formulation.

The development of the medicine was overseen by TB Alliance, an international not-for-profit organization, and was funded by UNITAID and other partners.

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Planned Parenthood Global- Consultancy Opportunity

Planned Parenthood Global (PP Global)- Development of a Strategic Plan for the Reproductive Health and Rights Alliance

Introduction:

Planned Parenthood Global (PP Global) is the international division of Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) an international non-governmental organization working in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights.

The Reproductive Health and Rights Alliance (RHRA) is an advocacy project of PP Global ARO that was formed in 2004 by a group of reproductive rights advocates to promote and protect sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in Kenya. The RHRA has established itself as a strong and credible champion for sexual and reproductive health and rights in Kenya. After successfully engaging in advocacy for legal reform in the Constitutional review process, the RHRA is keen to now undertake legal, and health budget advocacy at national and community levels for the implementation of the provisions relating to SRHR while also monitoring Kenya’s commitments in international and regional level treaties under the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

PP Global is seeking a consultant to develop a Strategic Plan for the RHRA is for the next five years.

Purpose

The overall objective of this consultancy is to develop a five year plan to ensure that the RHRA engagements respond to the present context and future challenges while pursuing a strategic engagement to achieve its stated objectives. The strategic plan developed is expected to build on the previous success in its contribution the SRHR agenda in Kenya, so as to ensure that the RHRA is responsive to the needs and expectations of its members.

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Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications which should include the following:

• Suggestions for modifying the envisaged approach to the consultancy in order to deliver more effectively (if appropriate);
• Curriculum Vitae with full description of the applicant’s profile and expertise;
• Contact information for 2 references;
• A total project budget including a daily rate in Kenya Shillings and an estimated number of days to achieve the deliverables.

The applications should be addressed to aro.recruit@ppfa.org with RHRA Consultancy as the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

The deadline for application is the 7th of October 2016.

Planned Parenthood Global Vacancy Announcement- Associate Regional Director Service Delivery

Introduction:

Planned Parenthood Global (PP Global) is the international division of Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) an international non-governmental organization working in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Job Description

The Associate Regional Director, Service Delivery will provide overall leadership in the development, implementation, and long-term viability of PP Global’s client–centered sexual and reproductive health service delivery projects and; facilitate the efficiency and effectiveness of services so that PP Global’s partners in Africa can carry out their respective missions to provide sustainable quality services. The position reports to the Africa Regional Director.

The position will be based in the Africa Regional Office- Nairobi, Kenya

Position requirements:

Education: Master's or advanced degree in public health, health administration, health systems management, international development, sociology or related field.

Experience: Minimum of ten years’ experience in management of multi-country SRH programs in sub-Saharan Africa preferably with an international NGO, including experience in: program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; developing and monitoring work plans and budgets; working with programs to identify and address training and technical assistance needs, preferably with a focus on rights-based sexual and reproductive health service delivery; and managing work with implementing partners.

Skills: Ability to: work independently and as a member of a team; conceptualize programs; analyze and synthesize information; verbally communicate clearly and persuasively in English, including conducting presentations; facilitating workshops; anticipate, prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a timely manner with a keen attention to detail and follow-through; to independently or through consultation identify the root cause of a problem, determine a solution and systematically implement a solution.

Must have excellent English writing skills and proficiency in using computer software including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, statistical analysis software, and information databases. Must possess professional maturity and demonstrate good interpersonal, negotiation and decision-making skills, as well as cultural sensitivity.

Travel: Ability to travel nationally and internationally a minimum of 40% of time.

Other Requirements: Fluency in oral and written French, Swahili or other regional language is desirable.

To apply send your application cover letter, curriculum vitae with three references and salary expectation via email to aro.recruit@ppfa.org with Associate Regional Director, Service Delivery as the Email Subject.
The deadline for applications is 7th October 2016.

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Vacancy Announcement: NGO Delegation recruitment

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) was the first United Nations program to have formal civil society representation on its governing body. It is guided by the Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) with rotating representation from 22 member state governments, the 11 cosponsoring UN agencies of the UNAIDS, and an NGO Delegation of 10 civil society representatives, 2 per UN region, which hold the Joint Programme accountable and ensure the needs of communities affected by the HIV response are addressed in strategy and programming.

The UNAIDS PCB is the key global forum for HIV and AIDS policy and the NGO Delegation is integral to the effective inclusion of community voices, and represents the perspectives of civil society, including people living with HIV, within UNAIDS policies and programming. This presents a unique opportunity for committed activists and advocates to make a difference in HIV and AIDS policy implementation in their regions. The NGO Delegation to the UNAIDS PCB has vacancies for a two-year term (2017- 2018) and is now recruiting for:

• One Africa Delegate (apply)
• One Latin America and the Caribbean Delegate (apply)
• One North American Delegate (apply)

Applications from people living with HIV, key populations, women and young people are particularly encouraged.

• Click here to download the Terms of Reference of the UNAIDS PCB NGO Delegation
• Click here to download the UNAIDS PCB NGO Delegation Vision, Mission, Principles, and Code of Conduct
• Click here to download the Call for nominations of NGO Delegates 2017-2018

Closing Date: Friday, September 30, 2016, 11:00 GMT (18:00 Indochina Time – Bangkok)