Background :
Options Consultancy Services Limited is a leading global health consultancy established in 1992 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Marie Stopes International. We manage health programmes that ensure vulnerable women and children can access the high-quality health services they need. We work with partners to co-create and implement locally informed solutions to complex health problems. This includes governments, development partners, NGOs, civil society and health workers. Our programming is flexible, evidence-based and politically informed. This means we adapt to changing contexts, use data to inform our decisions and ensure our approach is appropriate. Our focus is always on building local skills and systems that last. Our headquarters is based in London, UK with offices in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and Nepal
Main Purpose of the role :
Options Consultancy seeks a Country Representative for Kenya to lead the team and execute of Options’ strategy. This new role would offer the successful candidate the opportunity to help shape and grow Options in Kenya (and regionally), ensuring we maintain and strengthen our reputation for delivering high quality programmes in the health sector.
The Country Representative has two core responsibilities :
- Drive strategic growth for Options in Kenya (and regionally) ;
- Ensuring Options’ effective operation in Kenya.
The Country Representative will be responsible for identifying, developing and delivering new business opportunities in Kenya (and regionally) and externally representing Options, increasing brand awareness and recognition. The post holder will oversee Options’ operations within Kenya and have oversight of some of our national programmes.
See the Job Description for more details: https://options.co.uk/jobs/country-representative
Other information :
- Options is an equal opportunities employer ;
- Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment ;
- We seek people who are pro-choice, energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
Experience / Training :
Person specification :
To succeed in this role, you will have :
- Master level qualification or degree in a relevant subject area (Business, Health, Leadership/ Management) ;
- Previous executive-level experience (Country Director/Rep, Executive Director, Departmental Head) ;
- Track record in successful business development in relevant areas ;
- Track record of leadership that demonstrates integrity and transparency ;
- Strong manager and leadership with a thorough understanding of operations ;
- Knowledgeable in our areas of operation, credible in the Kenyan health sector ;
- Willing to travel domestically and internationally (25%).
Salairy :
Negotiable upon experience.
How to apply :
Application process :
- To apply, please send your CV with a summary note of your skills and experience to at [email protected]. Candidates should state the role (Country Representative) in the subject header ;
- Please note that the closing date for this vacancy is for guidance only. Applications will be be considered on a rolling basis so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible ;
- Please note that this role will be subject to full pre-employment background checks including criminal reference check (CRC), identification check, employment references and right to work verification (where appropriate).