Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Mar 23, 2018

  • Administration and HR Manager

    Administration and HR Manager

    Vacancy Code HRM023
    This position will be reporting to the DVC (AFD) and the main responsibilities include, Coordinating the formulation of Human resource strategy and policy development in line with set business plans and objectives to ensure the University attracts, develops and retains the best talent in the industry and aligning them to the business strategy to deliver the mission and vision of the University, Coordinating facility maintenance and ensuring safety of the University’s infrastructure and assets including third party service, Ensuring smooth  transport system, custodian of legal contracts and insurance services for the smooth operation of the University in line with policies, processes and procedures to achieve overall University strategy.
    Main Responsibilities

    Designing, developing and implementing effective human resources strategy, policies, processes and procedures in line with University objectives.
    Formulating and monitoring the implementation of the University services management strategy in line with overall strategy, policies, processes and procedures to achieve the institutions objectives and goals.
    Ensuring appropriate Christian behavior both internal and external in line with the institution’s Strategy.
    Ensuring alignment of HR Policies and procedures to the labour laws and other appropriate legislations
    Monitoring the University establishment, cost, productivity and advising remedial actions.
    Leading the reward and recognition policies, processes and their implementation
    Leading in developing a performance culture through elaborate policies, processes and procedures to achieve the University strategy
    Responsible for talent management in the department including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performance.
    Preparing, monitoring and reporting of the departmental budgetary allocations.
    Leading and managing the department communication.
    Managing and implementing change initiatives to achieve desired university plans and culture.
    Identifying, implementing and benchmarking best practices in Universities facilities management.
    Managing office space, staff housing and student accommodation to ensure availability and usability
    Ensuring availability and usability of classroom and office facilities including furniture and fixtures to achieve customer satisfaction
    Leading and managing the third party service delivery through Service Level Agreements (SLAs) including monitoring and providing periodic reports
    Ensuring University’s safe and healthy environment including waste management in line with set local and international environmental standards

    Job Requirements

    At least a Master’s degree in Administration or Human Resource Management or equivalent.
    Professional Qualifications such as a higher Diploma or postgraduate Diploma in Administration or Human Resource Management. Full member of IHRM practicing.
    Key Job Skills for the job include strategy formulation & implementation, Talent management, Performance enhancement, Interpersonal and communication skills, Conflict resolution, Stress management and counselling, Leadership & team skills, Analytical & Negotiation skills, Governance and compliance, proficiency in Information Technology use.
    Relevant experience of at least 10 years of productive experience in Administration and Human Resource Management in seniormanagement, preferably at university setting.

  • Project Manager – Interventional Trials

    Project Manager – Interventional Trials

    JOB DIMENSIONS
    This post is based at the KWTRP, which is a partnership between the Kenya Medical Research Institute, the Wellcome Trust and the University of Oxford, and a world-renowned health research unit. The KWTRP works together with scientists, health services and local communities to achieve better health, while also developing local scientific leadership and infrastructure
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Ensure effective project plans are in place and operational for each trial and work proactively with the trial team to set priorities in accordance with applicable project plans, standard operational procedures (SOPs), ICH/GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements; and maintain a register of risks and implement strategies to mitigate risk in collaboration with the QA manager.
    Establish systems to track trial progress, milestones and performance metrics.
    Provide efficient updates on trial progress to the PI and/or Head of CTF, with respect to project plans, trial budget and timeline management, recruitment, inventory management, and trial conduct.
    Oversee organizational structures, work schedules, task management and project milestones; be responsible for analysis, monitoring and evaluations of targets and strategic objectives; identify potential delays, bottlenecks and their effects on project deliverables; and implement strategies to ensure operational effectiveness.
    Lead study planning and start-up process, including but not limited to conduct of the Trial Kick-off meeting, the set-up of trial master file (TMF) and study planning meetings.
    Supervise clinical trial coordinators to develop, track and report work schedules, task management and milestones and to ensure the alignment of these activities with the overall project priorities.
    Contribute to strategic planning and oversight of capital, operating budgets and expenditures for research grants and future grant applications in liaison with the finance and grants departments at KWTRP and the University of Oxford.
    Responsibility for ethics and regulatory document preparation and submissions, timely report submissions and communication with ethics and regulatory bodies.
    Develop or supervise development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the projects together with the study team and conduct training/supervise training on SOPs/SIVs and ensure that clinical teams fulfil their roles and responsibilities.
    Determine communications needs, and plan and assess communications strategies and media interaction in accordance with KWTRP policies.
    Responsibility for the day-to-day running of the projects through the administrative team at KWTRP in Kilifi, and other trial sites where necessary; and liaise with KWTRP operations team for space planning and allocation of space for staff and visitors.
    Oversight and planning of key trial meetings and arrangements for visitors in liaison with KWTRP operations and key administrative staff.
    Responsibility for maintenance of study records and documents, their secure storage, and ensuring all data are filled out appropriately and documents are up to date.
    Coordinate monitoring and audit visits and ensure that all requirements are met including availability of documentation and relevant staff.
    Liaise with the KWTRP Community Liaison Group to develop and implement site and community engagement strategies.
    Represent the research project to relevant internal committees, external organizations and, where appropriate, funding agencies.
    Create high quality project reports for funding agencies and project partners.
    Effectively provide support to the PI and/or Head of CTF in the conduct of the trials.
    Participate in scientific and business meetings within the Clinical Trials Facility when required.

    QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
    Essential qualifications

    A Masters in life sciences or equivalent from an accredited institution.
    A degree in nursing or life sciences, diploma in clinical medicine, or a Registered Nurse.
    At least 5 years’ experience in clinical trials, including 3 years’ experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.

    Essential competencies

    Exceptional project management skills, proficiency in using project management tools and the ability to manage multiple large projects simultaneously.
    Significant skills in leadership, organization, prioritisation, problem solving and decision making.
    Financially literate with sound knowledge of budgeting methodologies and resource management concepts including proven experience of preparing and monitoring budgets and financial reports
    Demonstrable experience in writing high quality reports and presentations in English, with evidence of being attentive to detail.
    Ability to network, communicate, be diplomatic and maintain strong local and international relationships within a multi-cultural environment and wide diversity of people, and have experience in resolving disputes.
    Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in clinical trials
    Strong leadership, organisational and planning ability, with an ethical standpoint
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
    Training in GCP and research ethics

    Desirable competencies

    Training in Project Management or equivalent from an accredited institution

  • Cook

    Cook

    Ref No: UNES/ HOSP /ARZK /03 / 2018
    Contract Duration: Three Years Subject to 3 months’ probationary period
    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    Reporting to the Kitchen Supervisor, the incumbent shall be tasked with the following responsibilities

    Implementation of Planned Menus Preparation and production of high quality food that meets the desired customer satisfaction.
    Provision of efficient service of food orders and as per specifications
    Preparing and cooking food in adherence to standard recipes and menu given by the Head Cook/ Kitchen Supervisor
    Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety at work.
    To account for all production resources provided by the Head cook/Kitchen Supervisor and issued from the stores
    Proper handling and use of kitchen equipment as provided for by the Head cook/Kitchen Supervisor Provision of world class customer service to the customer
    Perform any other Duties Assigned by the head cook/Kitchen Supervisor

    JOB SPECIFICATION:

    Certificate in Food Production from a recognized Institution
    Possess minimum of two years practical culinary experience in a 3 or 4 star hotel/restaurant
    Able to work long hours
    Computer literate Good food presentation skills Innovative.
    KCSE certificate

  • Information Systems Security & Assurance Officer Insurance Assistant Manager

    Information Systems Security & Assurance Officer Insurance Assistant Manager

    Job Details
    A vacancy has arisen for the position of Information Systems Security & Assurance Officer (ISSO).
    The Board is looking for a highly technical, competent, passionate, dedicated and self-driven individual of high integrity who is able to demonstrate strong leadership skills of Information systems security and assurance.
    The Position
    Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, Information Systems Security & Assurance Officer (ISSO) will be responsible for developing and implementing an information security program, which includes procedures and policies designed to protect enterprise communications, systems and assets from both internal/external threats and assurance of business recovery strategies through an elaborate BCP/DRS Governance Framework.
    The ISSO will work alongside other IT services portfolio managers to implement cybersecurity products and services and to manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide Technical expert advice on infrastructure and security.
    Conducting employee security awareness training and establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of this security training program.
    Ensure that security is embedded in the project delivery process by providing appropriate information security policies, practices, and guidelines
    Undertake System Administration for information security related appliances and solutions.
    Play an Advisory role on information security, innovations and technical developments.
    Work with service providers to ensure service delivery in a secure manner.
    Handle security incidents reported by users, identifying security objectives and metrics.
    Coordinate the development of implementation of incident response plans and procedures to ensure that business-critical services are recovered in the event of a security incident.
    Evaluate and modify system’s security configuration and enforcing adherence to security practices as per the IT Security Policy.
    Manage power backups at the datacentre and across the organization at the desktop level.
    Scanning of the Institution’s environment to identify, diagnose and mitigate information security threats.
    Testing all system backups to ensure business continuity at the Data Recovery Site.
    Maintain a log and report of all information security incidents and mitigations.
    Enforce implementation of Information security policy – Access control policy, Acceptable use of assets, Risk identification, assessment, treatment methodology and maintenance of ICT Risk register and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators.

    Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

    Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Electrical / Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    At least four (4) years working experience in a busy ICT environment at least two (2) of which as an IS Security manager, IS Security Administrator or IS Security specialist.
    Wide experience on deployment of routers, switches, VLANS and firewalls.
    Working knowledge of windows and Linux operating systems and Servers.
    CISSP/CEH/CSA+/CASP/MCSE/ISACA(CISA/CISM/CISA/CRISC/CGEIT), Database Certifications.

    Personal Skills and Attributes

    Personal integrity;
    Possession of good interpersonal skills and networking skills;
    Highly analytical, interpretive, report writing and presentation skills
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
    Ability multi task to work under pressure and achieve results within deadlines
    Good oral and written communication skills
    Quick learner and adaptability
    Team player
    Ability to work with strict deadlines
    Project management skills
    Mastery of operating systems and computer Hardware skills

    Leadership and Integrity
    Candidates who are shortlisted for interviews will be expected to prove their compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by obtaining and presenting during interview clearance/compliance certificate from the following organizations:

    Kenya Revenue Authority;
    Higher Education Loans Board;
    Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
    Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Certificate of Good Conduct) and;
    Credit Reference Bureau.

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  • Clinical Officer Procurement Chief Manager Film Technician Principal Accountant

    Clinical Officer Procurement Chief Manager Film Technician Principal Accountant

    Reporting to the Principal Medical Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing medical health care, counseling and support services to members of the University.
    Key Responsibilities

    Diagnose and treat patients;
    Perform minor surgical procedures;
    Attend to medical emergencies ;
    Advise & counsel patients;
    Monitor and follow up of dental and optical payments for University employees and dependents;
    Plan graduation and other campus events where health services are required;
    Prepare and present medical information for staff and students during orientations;
    Accompany students for sports and educational trips;
    Final clearance for students;
    Participate in recruitment and in–house training for locum staff in the department;
    Approve movement of drugs from main pharmacy to other locations – nursing stations, sports accounts
    Attend departmental meetings when required;
    Participate in monthly stock taking;
    Attend departmental meetings when required;

    Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

    Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery or equivalent from an accredited institution;
    A undergraduate degree in a related area is an added advantage;
    Trained on PMTC, STI Syndrome Management, current management of PTB and ARV’s;
    At least 5 years’ experience

    Personal Attributes & Competencies

    Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
    Confidentiality and Integrity;
    Proficiency in Computer Applications;
    Team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
    Good Communication Skills;
    Self-Motivated;
    Attention to Detail;
    Adaptability and Reliability;
    Knowledge of Counseling;

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  • Response Innovation Lab Manager Area Programs Manager (Taita Taveta) National Coordinator Gender & Disability

    Response Innovation Lab Manager Area Programs Manager (Taita Taveta) National Coordinator Gender & Disability

    Job description
    Purpose Of The Position
    To drive and prioritize the development of diverse income streams to ensure the sustainability of the Response Innovation Lab. The Lab Manager will oversee and support innovation in the country Lab through the Resilience Innovation Lab partners and by building the country wide humanitarian innovation ecosystem. He/ She will ensure innovation impact from projects in the lab, create a focus on learning, pivoting and flexibility. The position holder will find country wide humanitarian challenges, capacity, new ideas to move into projects to improve humanitarian operations in the country and share with the global Response Innovation Lab network
    Key Responsibilities;

    Lab Management

    Work with Country Lab Executive Committee to define and implement innovation strategy, projects and methodologies that envision, develop and incubate innovative ideas.
    Drive and prioritize a funding acquisition strategy to ensure the Lab has access to diverse income streams in order to execute the strategy, recruit needed staff, and ensure the sustainability of
    the Lab, support innovation projects;
    Provide full project management oversight to ensure excellence in execution of all country Lab plans and programs. Lead in project planning and coordination to ensure timely and quality implementation of all program activities.
    Focus on acceleration or scale up of projects that succeed in the lab and documentation and sharing of those which fail.
    Work with finance team to develop and monitor the project budget and ensure regular reporting to the donor.
    Work with the technical leads to provide adequate HR oversight to the project team and partners as relevant
    Serve as the main point of contact and ambassador for the Country Lab
    Manage risks for the Country Lab, discussing and mitigating these with the Executive Committee and the Global RIL team
    Facilitate entrenchment of a culture of innovation through effective cultivation of ideas, best practices, pivoting and harnessing of lessons.

    Partnership Management

    Develop partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders involving technology, commerce, innovation, humanitarian and government in the Country Lab.
    Lead in ensuring effective management of resources.
    Ensure effective partnership to bring in staff capacity and support from a range of public and private organizations to promote new types of thinking and implementation of quality programs with support from people who have the appropriate skill set.
    Lead Innovation Forum and innovation events.
    Support the development of the Country Lab Executive partners and the governance structures that support this entity
    Support the process of developing strong, strategic partnerships, coalitions and networks.

    Learning & Reporting

    Maintain accurate documentation of best practices, case studies, results, learning and impact of programs.
    Contribute to the development and testing of monitoring and evaluation tools for the different functions offered within the Lab
    Document strategic thinking, dashboard reports, status of innovation implementation and matters of partnership, leadership or management concern of the Country Lab.
    Report monthly progress to the Lab Executive Committee and the RIL Central Support Unit

    Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

    A Bachelor’s degree in International development, business administration, social policy, communications or related stud.
    A minimum of 5 years’experience in Humanitarian practice, with at least 2 years in management positions.
    A team player with leadership qualities, excellent flexible project management skills, a partnership guru with a positive attitude, organization and dependability.
    Strong leadership skills; must demonstrate ability to lead a consortium,
    Capacity to prioritize and manage a diverse range of staff members, projects and activities.
    Ability to solve complex problems and to exercise independent judgment.
    Capable of working independently and with demonstrated experience engaging a wide range of stakeholders.
    Demonstrated ability to build reputation and acquire funding alongside building and overseeing diverse, contextually appropriate, impactful innovation programs
    Good oral/written and interpersonal skills.
    Confident communication and documentation skills; ability to represent the lab to a variety of stakeholders in a range of forums
    Able to work on a cross-cultural environment with a multi-national staff.
    Demonstrates a commitment to RIL principles and values.

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  • ECDE Teachers Medical Lab Tech

    ECDE Teachers Medical Lab Tech

    Responsibilities

    Planning for teaching and learning
    Keeping and maintaining administrative records
    Keeping and maintaining professional documents.
    Ensuring proper classroom layout /sitting arrangement.
    Preparation and maintenance of professional records such as schemes of work, children’s’ progress reports, records of work, lesson notes and other records;
    Development and organization of play/learning materials;
    Organization of curricula and co-curricular activities; guiding parents on children’s rights,
    Counseling and caring for children; management and maintenance of public ECDE centers
    Organizing and facilitating play/ learning activities to enable children cope with primary school life.
    Caring and nurturing spiritual, moral, social, mental and physical growth of children.
    Managing ECDE centers, keeping professional records (schemes of work, lesson plans and daily programs activities etc.) and ensuring children safety and security.
    Preparing and developing play/learning materials

    Requirements

    Be a Kenyan citizen
    Have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade D+ (plus) from KNEC or recognized equivalent
    A minimum of D+ (plus) in English.
    Have a Certificate in ECE (regular) offered by the ministry of Education or Certificate in ECDE offered by KNEC or its equivalent
    Diploma in ECDE offered by KNEC or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
    The applicant should be below 45 years.

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