Career Opportunities: Project Officer- Vision Impact Project (2412)

Requisition ID 2412 - Posted 

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• Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness.
• Full time, Fixed Term contract based in Embu County, Kenya.
• Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026.

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight.  We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.  

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. In Kenya, the Foundation started its work in 2004 and working in 22 counties in addition to the work with the National MOH and Government. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

To find out more about our work, please visit our website

THE OPPORTUNITY 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate timely and quality implementation of Vision Impact Project activities in accordance with work plans and approved budgets.
• Ensure that standards and guidelines related to Vision Impact Project are effectively applied in project implementation.
• Facilitate schools and community eye screening and ensure all project processes are adhered to.
• Take lead in the planning and coordination of all trainings that will be undertaken in the project.
• Coordinate and actively engage communities, DPO’S and persons with disabilities to ensure inclusive project cycle management in VIP.
• Uphold the rights of all beneficiaries, ensure child protection and protection of vulnerable adults and address and document – in accordance with available policies/guidelines any forms of violation, discrimination, intimidation, and exploitation in Visual Impact Project.
• Ensure that all beneficiaries are treated equally to get equal value, participation and decision making.
• Plan and conduct regular accessibility audit and pro-actively address the recommendation arising from these audits.
• Coordinate community mobilization and participation in eye screening.
• Actively participate in quality monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual and end of projects reports in accordance with Visual Impact Project and Ministry of Health Kenya requirements.
• Participate in documentation and dissemination of best practices and human-interest stories with support from the Foundations communications staff.
• Ensure budgetary utilization is in accordance with set procedures.
• Represent FHF in stakeholder forums/meetings.
• Be an active member of county eye health technical working group CEHTWG.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Planning and Management, Public Health/Environmental Health, Social Science or any other relevant qualification from a recognized and accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with regard to designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development projects, both at community, county level as well as facilities such as schools and health facilities.
• Experience and familiarity with working and collaborating with Embu County Department and other Government Ministries
• An energetic self-starter with resilience, pace, interpersonal flexibility and comfort with ambiguity to succeed within the evolving and sometimes demanding contexts.
• Must be able to build and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders as   well as handle multiple organizational, donor and MOH demands.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in cross cultural / mixed language environments.
• Ability to support and coordinate successful health projects and development of effective & efficient implementation systems.
• Strong communication skills including fluency in written and spoken English and the ability to write effectively for varied purposes and audiences.

HOW WE RECOGNISE YOUR CONTRIBUTION

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

APPLICATIONS

Please apply directly using the "Apply" button. Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement.

Applications Close: Friday 15th May 2026.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children and community partners in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks, and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment, as well as to protect The Foundations reputation and values. In addition, The Foundation reserves the right to verify qualifications and credentials of applicants as part of our recruitment and screening processes.

 PLEASE BE ADVISED:

1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.
3. Please note we will not be accepting CVs via agencies for this role.

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