Job opportunity: Program analyst at ThinkWell Kenya

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ThinkWell Kenya are seeking a program analyst or senior program analyst to support a new project that aims to support Kenya in advancing its strategy towards cervical cancer elimination, as well as other health financing work. This is a full-time position, initially for a year, and will be based at ThinkWell’s Nairobi office. The Program Analyst will report to a Senior Technical Advisor.

Requirements

Your qualifications

  1. BA/BS and 5+ years experience  or graduate degree and 3+ years experience in (health) economics, healthcare management, global health, health policy or related field;
  2. Relevant work experience in health economic analysis and/or advocacy in public health at a bilateral or multilateral development agency, NGO, government, private sector healthcare company and/or a management consulting firm;
  3. Experience working on (cervical) cancer financing and/or immunization financing preferred;
  4. Exceptional analytical, research and problem solving capabilities;
  5. Advanced proficiency in Excel required; proficiency in statistical analysis packages (e.g. R or STATA) preferred;
  6. A thoughtful systems thinker with grounded, pragmatic understanding of the complexities of our work;
  7. Tech savvy and skilled at visual display of data;
  8. Demonstrated poise and professionalism in engaging with external partners, donors, and stakeholders;
  9. Full English fluency required;
  10. Strong writing skills, evidence of previous publications required;
  11. Outstanding verbal communication skills, including the ability to relate respectfully with staff at all levels, ages, genders, nationalities and orientations as well as across work areas;
  12. Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%