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Application Deadline: Application Deadline Aug 3, 2018

  • Consultancy – Support To The Adolescent Health Survey, Kenya

    Consultancy – Support To The Adolescent Health Survey, Kenya

    Job description

    To support the TWG to conceptualize adolescent health and well-being components of survey based on global and Kenya context, taking into account intentional gender analysis
    To develop and validate the survey protocol, training manuals, data collection tools and Fieldwork SOPs
    To organize and provide technical and logistical support for all survey procedures including protocol development, training, data collection, data analysis, report writing, presentation preparation, briefing notes, and validation and dissemination.

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  • Senior Project Officer – Data Management

    Senior Project Officer – Data Management

    Department: Programming (PQ)
    Band: 7
    Reports To: M&E Specialist
    Background:
    CRS is implementing a five-year orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) program, MWENDO, which seeks to empower local and county-level OVC stakeholders to strengthen the formal and informal HIV and child protection systems and services and the linkages between them, including cross-sectoral service referrals and coordination to ensure quality service delivery for OVC and their households.
    Job Summary:
    Reporting to the M&E Specialist, the SPO – Data Management will be responsible for the organization, maintenance and updating of OVC databases and management information systems that includes CPIMS, DATIM, and other database systems at CRS, DCS and LIP level. You will provide overall technical support on database development, organization, maintenance and use; conduct monthly data collation for the entire MWENDO project, verification of results reported, analysis and presentation of findings; build the capacity of MWENDO staff (at both CRS and LIP level) on database set up, management, use and troubleshooting; lead review, and strengthen capacity of DCS, and LIPs to effectively collect, store, retrieve, use, and transmit data to inform program decisions.
    You will ensure that systems are in place so that data is readily available to be used as a foundation for programmatic adjustments and evidence-based decision-making, support set up of systems to ensure beneficiaries and other stakeholders have opportunity to give to and receive feedback from the project, and support documentation of project learning in line with project learning agenda.
    Specific Responsibilities:

    Effectively manage all activities related to collection, management, analysis, reporting, storage and back up of project data from all sources and in prescribed formats and reporting platforms.
    Develop and implement a plan to ensure optimal project data quality, authenticity and accuracy including periodic data quality assessments, data cleaning and verification before reporting to the donor.
    Ensure MWENDO data comply with USAID requirements, and CRS policies, procedures, standards, and strategic initiatives.
    Support the development of electronic data entry questionnaires during periodic surveys.
    Conduct data analysis using appropriate statistical package (SPSS, STATA etc.).
    Work with other MEAL staff to develop system to track and manage community defined indicators and feedback received from the feedback mechanisms.
    Work closely with other MEAL teams to develop and/or review data management systems including data security, analysis plan, dissemination aids, templates and SOPs.
    Provide technical assistance to build the capacity of staff in database design, development and implementation; data management, analysis, and reporting.
    Work with MWENDO project team to support roll out and ensure proper functioning of the CPIMS and other project ICT4D solutions.
    Develop and implement a mentorship program for MWENDO, LIP and other data handlers on use of available MIS and OVC reporting tools.
    Support the use of technology for monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning including gathering of GIS coordinates for project site locations and development of service maps.
    Participate and represent MWENDO in data management technical working groups, including CPIMS technical working group.
    Facilitate the use of MWENDO project data by partners, staff, and other stakeholders to inform decision-making and to identify lessons learned and promising practices.

    Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:
    Education and Experience

    At least Bachelor’s degree in Demography, Statistics, Data management, Computer Science/Information technology, Information Systems Management, or related field; a relevant Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
    Knowledge of technical principles, concepts and current approaches in MEAL.
    Five years of relevant professional experience in project-level data management, including development of data flow maps, data collection tools, reporting forms, and project databases.
    Excellent knowledge of SPSS and EPI Info and/or other statistical analysis package (SAS, STATA, R)
    Excellent understanding of database design and development, database programming (in Access, SQL).
    Experience in DATIM, OLMIS & CPIMS, including knowledge of OVC MER indicators and data collection tools is mandatory.
    Experience in using mobile-data collection and management software (e.g. ODK, Commcare, I-form builder, Kobo, RR collect).
    Knowledge of data visualization and business information software such as Tableau and Power BI will be an added advantage.
    Excellent analytic and computer skills; skilled in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access.
    Experience in using data analysis software, preferably SPSS and STATA.
    Skills in developing project M&E databases desired.
    Ability to work with large datasets.
    Ability to work and deliver under intense pressure.

    Personal Skills

    Ability to learn, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment.
    Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members.
    Presentation, facilitation, training, and mentoring skills.
    Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities with minimal oversight.
    Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
    Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented.
    Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgement.
    Strong communication using both formal and informal approaches.

    MEAL Competencies:
    Demonstrates solid knowledge and ability, and can apply the MEAL in Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning, Analysis & Critical Thinking, ICT for MEAL, and MEAL in Management competencies, with minimal guidance or no guidance, in the full range of typical situations. Would require guidance to handle novel or more complex situations.
    Required/Desired Foreign Language
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, able to write reports.
    Travel Required
    Up to/approximately 20% of the time.
    Key Working Relationships:

    Supervisory: None internal, possible supervision of external enumerators and data clerks
    Internal: Project technical advisors, Project Officers, Other CP MEAL and M&E staff
    External: Community members, partner staff, other local stakeholders, MEAL staff from other peer agencies
    Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
    These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
    Trusting Relationships
    Professional Growth
    Partnership
    Accountability

    Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

  • Property Caretaker

    Property Caretaker

    Job description
    We are looking to hire a property caretaker, requirements include:

    At least two years’ experience in property management of residential, commercial or retail developments;
    Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office; Basic accounting skills Good communication skills;
    Ability to work with minimal supervision
    Bachelor’s degree or Advance Diploma required in a related field

  • Head Teacher – Nursery School Head Teacher – Junior School Head Teacher – Senior School

    Head Teacher – Nursery School Head Teacher – Junior School Head Teacher – Senior School

    Job Summary: The role requires an ambitious and talented leader with a passion for teaching and learning, who will maintain and develop ambitious standards in a rich curriculum, striving for excellence in every aspect of school life.
    As the Head of School, you will be accountable for overseeing the growth and strategic development of the education programmes provided in the specific school as well as ensuring linkages with the other schools across the entire academy.
    Leading a very capable and experienced team, and working in collaboration with the Senior Management Team you will be monitoring, assessing and implementing systems and processes to raise standards and increase the overall performance of the students.
    You will develop and mentor the staff and recognise the professional development needs of the staff to maintain a high performance culture in the school.
    Qualifications and key skills required

    Masters degree in Education, Educational Leadership / Administration or a related field with equivalent relevant professional experience
    Successful experience in leading a whole school or section
    Must be registered with Teachers Service Commission.
    Teaching experience of more than five years.
    Knowledge of quality assurance and accountability systems
    Knowledge and understanding of current trends in teaching and learning practices
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to form effective relationships with all stakeholder groups

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  • Security Coordinator

    Security Coordinator

    Job Description
    Location
    Braeburn Garden Estate School
    Notes
    Start date: 28th August 2018Apply before: 31st July 2018
    KEY TASKS/ DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES

    Interpret SOP’s and contingency plans for the staff and contractors
    Conduct supervision, track performances and manage the schedule for leave and off duties for the guard force on site
    Monitor CCTV and take action where necessary
    Work to ensure that safety and security is a core component at the school
    Prepare a weekly and monthly security report to be shared with the lone manager
    Conduct periodic (or when the security situation dictates) site security surveys, with recommendations on necessary actions. Report the progress of the physical security upgrades to the line manager
    Will act as the liaison person for security related issues and assist state investigative agencies where necessary
    Constant monitoring and analysis of the operating environment, timely readjustment and improvements of operations, including advice on legal considerations and risk assessments
    Analysis and identification of potential issues related to security operations
    Proposal of strategies and options
    Build and share knowledge with regards to the management of security operations in the school
    Ensure fire safety arrangements are present and functioning
    Serve as the initial reporting officer on performance evaluations for security personnel at the school
    Immediate reporting of all security related incidents to the executive head
    Will be in charge of inventory management for all incoming and outgoing goods
    Ensure that proper procedures are followed at all times, in terms of gate passes, leave outs, traffic control and visitors’ management, etc.
    Any other duties assigned by Senior Management

    Person Specification

    Must possess a minimum of high school qualification, with a diploma in security management
    Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    Excellent command of English and Kiswahili
    Computer literate
    Ability to work independently
    5 years’ experience in a security setup, 3 of which MUST be in a leadership position
    Good understanding on interpretation of a security plan, security policies and procedures
    A strong awareness and understanding of external influences, such as legislation within legal, national and HSSE frameworks
    Commitment to hard work often at unusual hours of the day
    Mental alacrity, a can-do approach to work
    Good performance recommendations/awards/achievements from previous employer will be an added advantage

  • Head of School

    Head of School

    Job Details
    The person should have the following basic qualifications: –

    Any nationality, religion and gender of ages between 30-45 years.
    A university degree graduate teacher registered/registrable with TSC.
    Have worked as head of School or as deputy head of school or similar position in an established international school for at least three years.
    Administrator with strong personality and people skills. A negotiator as well as a go getter.
    Have high integrity, works hard, smart, instills discipline in students and is able to deal with change management for students and staff in a dynamic environment.
    A team player and result oriented as shown in achievements made in the last 5 years
    Proficient in ICT and available immediately.

    A competitive package shall be offered to the successful candidate.

  • Technical and Vocational Education And Training Specialist (Short-Term Consultancy)

    Technical and Vocational Education And Training Specialist (Short-Term Consultancy)

    Background: Kenya Youth Employment and Skills (KYES) program is a five-year program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by RTI International and a consortium of partners.
    The program aims at enhancing youth employment opportunities and the overall labor supply in focus geographic areas and sectors, through both wage employment and self-employment, for unemployed and underemployed youth (aged 18–35) who have not completed secondary education.
    The program is being implemented in 9 counties: Bungoma, Garissa, Kericho, Kwale, and Nairobi in Phase 1 (Years 1–2) and Kisii, Migori, Nyeri and West Pokot in Phase 2 (Years 3–5).
    Vocational Training Transformation, is one of the 3 core components for Kenya Youth Employment and Skills Program, entailing: Provision of Technical Assistance, CBET curriculum development and implementation and provision of Employability services.
    Technical guidelines for this component are provided by two National staff:
    Position: We seeks to onboard an Independent Short-Term Specialist on consultancy basis to support TVET specialist and Career Development specialist in Coordinating, implementing, monitoring and documenting of component activities for a period of 7 months (1st August 2018 to 28th February 2019).
    The specialist will be based in Nairobi with frequent travel across the 9 counties for monitoring, technical assistance support to county staff and to attend county meetings when necessary.
    The specialist will be expected to support and facilitate roll out of VTCs trainings at the county level and at the VTC level, support development and implementation of CBET Curriculum, assist in tracking implementation of various partnerships as well as writing technical reports as required.
    This is not a permanent position but will be remunerated based on level of effort.
    Required Skills: A relevant bachelor’s degree; At least five years’ experience in youth work force development, Technical Vocational Education and training (TVET) and provision of technical assistance to organizations; Strong skills-set in project management/strategic management, training, public/private sector engagement and report – writing; Computer literate

  • Occupational Safety and Health Audit

    Occupational Safety and Health Audit

    In 2012, the programme launched an expanded mandate covering more interventions and other regions in Kenya. Most recently, AAH Kenya programme has expanded to incorporate the Mara Enterprise Development project that is a two-year project that aims to support development of an ‘entrepreneurial mind-set’ in community members and is primarily working with livestock keepers, women traders and the youth to improve their economic well-being. The programme is also implementing a livelihoods project in agriculture working with refugees in the Kakuma Refugee Camp in Turkana County funded by UNHCR.
    The workforce in AAH includes office staff, drivers and housekeepers. AAH employs a large majority of host community.
    OSHA 2007 stipulates that the occupier (Employer) of a workplace shall cause a thorough safety and health, risk assessment and fire risk assessment audits of his workplace to be carried out at least once in every period of twelve months by a registered safety and health and fire audits advisor who shall issue a report of such an audit containing the prescribed particulars to the occupier on payment of a prescribed fee and shall send a copy of the report to the Director of the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services.
    Action Africa Help International Kenya Programme (AAHK) would therefore like to engage a reputable company to carry out an occupational safety and health audit for its offices in Mara, Narok County and Kakuma, Turkana West County.
    Follow the link for more details:http://www.actionafricahelp.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Call-for-Proposal_OSHA-Audit.pdf?1c34eb&1c34eb

  • Oncology Nurse

    Oncology Nurse

    Reporting to the Inpatient Services Manager, the holder of this position will glorify God by ensuring provision of excellent and compassionate health care to critically or chronically ill cancer patients.
    Applicants Qualifications, Experience, Competencies and Attributes

    BScN/ KRCHN/KRN with Higher Diploma in Paediatric Haematology / Oncology or Breast Cancer.
    Experience of working in oncology units is an added advantage.
    Desire to constantly educate and keep up with new treatment methods.
    Two years of relevant experience with an exemplary track record.
    Emotional stability to help patients and relatives work through the treatment process.
    An honest person full of integrity in his/her personal conduct and handling of job responsibilities.
    Applicant should possess a broad range of clinical skills to be effective in the workplace.
    Able to integrate technical skills, scientific knowledge, and caring attitude to aid those living with cancer, including their families.
    A born again and committed Christian with evidence of maturity in faith.
    High standards of grooming and personal etiquette.

  • County Laboratory Coordinator- UNITAID Project

    County Laboratory Coordinator- UNITAID Project

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    Through a grant from UNITAID, EGPAF will introduce and scale-up innovative point-of-care (POC) early infant diagnosis (EID) in nine African countries. This four-year project will procure and distribute more than 279 POC EID platforms and 300,000 POC EID tests worth an estimated total cost of US$ 24 million. The Project will enable the testing of up to 300,000 HIV-exposed infants, resulting in increased pediatric HIV diagnosis, earlier initiation of infants on ART, increased pediatric ARV coverage, and improved survival of HIV-positive infants.
    Job Purpose
    The County Coordinator will support the implementation of the UNITAID/EGPAF POC EID project in Kenya, with the long term aim of providing quality integrated HIV prevention, counselling, testing, care and treatment services within the Ministry of Health, Private, and Faith Based Sector health facilities.
    Job Summary
    Under the guidance of the Country Implementation Manager, the County Coordinator will work to ensure success of the Project’s agenda of strategically incorporating POC testing into national EID networks through continuous quality improvement, data quality assessments, technical assistance and capacity building to EGPAF Project’s technical staff and health care workers at the national, county and facility level in support of implementation activities. S/he will provide support to training, supervision, mentoring, coordination, supply chain management, laboratory, quality assurance, M&E and data management components within the Project and at the county and facility level.
    Key Responsibilities
    The County Coordinator will be responsible for the following;

    Assist the Country Implementation Manager to ensure ongoing programmatic excellence by providing, facilitating or coordinating high level quality technical, programmatic, and management support to the sites and the county delegation;
    Assist in monitoring program implementation at county level and provide regular updates to the Country Implementation Manager;
    Support elaboration of annual work plans, and budget planning and monitoring;
    Support development of appropriate county specific systems to ensure consistent high quality program management;
    Assist the Country Implementation Manager in the management of relationships with the Ministry of Health and other partners organizations at county level;
    Support the MOH and the EGPAF Strategic Information and Evaluation team to collect data as needed;
    Conduct an assessment of the POC site during each visit to determine capacity, quality control, quality assurance
    Facilitate training in POC EID sample collection and transport to laboratories performing the test, track results and ensure that results get back to the patients in a timely manner
    Conduct on the job training to healthcare workers on documentation, collection and sample management techniques, how to package, quality assurance, waste management and biosafety, dispatch of results.
    Any other duties assigned

    Qualifications
    SKILLS AND COMPETENCE:

    Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Laboratory training with at least 5 years of laboratory work experience
    Diploma in laboratory training with a minimum of 5 years of laboratory work experience
    Registered with the KMLTTB

    Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

    Proficiency in computer packages for generating and analyzing reports
    Documented evidence of HIV/AIDS laboratory training as part on continuing professional development
    Dedicated team player with excellent interpersonal, communication, report writing and analytical skills
    Takes initiative and able to work without supervision in a dynamic multi-cultural environment
    Ability to exhibit professionalism and high ethical standards
    High level of integrity

    CLOSING DATE – 03 AUGUST 2018