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  • Research Specialist, Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

    Research Specialist, Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health

    Job Summary

    This position is required to contribute to design and implementation of existing and new research studies of the PRECISE (Pregnancy Care Integrating Translational science everywhere) network at the Kenya site. This includes the PRECISE and PRECISE-Dyad studies and their sub-studies. The role also covers related studies implemented via the same research team.
    The successful candidate will coordinate and supervise members of the research team including: Fieldworkers/Enumerators, Research Nurses Clinicians and Laboratory Technicians/Technologists in the conduct of research activities which will include participant recruitment, data collection, sample collection and follow up. S/he will be involved in training other study staff, creating, and managing work schedules and ensuring appropriate completion of assigned roles by other study staff. He/she will also be responsible for managing study documentation, study budgets, supplies, inventory, and transport. S/he will also represent the study to other partners and stakeholders. 
    The Research Specialist will also play a key role in the planning and implementation of research studies. These roles will include study design, protocol development, ethical and government approval processes, data collection, analysis and reporting. S/he will contribute to existing research studies as well as lead new sub-studies. 
    Expected research contributions will primarily be in the area of qualitative research methods. S/he will be expected to design new qualitative research sub-studies, design new data collection tools, train and oversee qualitative data collection, analyse and write-up outputs of the qualitative research. 
    The Research Specialist will report to the Principal Investigator (P.I) or delegate and will assist the P.I to carry out various aspects of conducting the studies. He/she will also work closely with the team within Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health and the University, central PRECISE-dyad team and other partners in PRECISE Network countries in Africa. 
    This position is based at field sites in Kilifi county (Mariakani and Rabai). The role may include some local travel between sites and to the community.

    Responsibilities

    Study Coordination and Implementation:
    Oversee the coordination and execution of PRECISE-Dyad and other related research project activities by ensure timely initiation of planned activities and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle;
    Oversee participant recruitment efforts, ensuring adherence to recruitment strategies outlined in the study protocol;
    Prepare and maintain study documentation, including study protocols, consent forms and regulatory submissions;
    Ensure compliance with research ethics and regulatory requirements, including obtaining necessary approvals and reporting adverse events; and
    Develop and maintain study Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) – Create and update comprehensive SOPs for study staff to ensure consistent and standardized conduct of study activities.
    Supervision of research assistants and other direct reports – ensuring adherence to study protocols;
    Data Collection and Data Quality Assurance;
    Assist the PI in project Financial Management by planning and costing for activities and reporting on expenses; and
    Direct research roles – contribute to the design and implementation of research studies, analysis of data and preparation of reports, manuscripts and oral presentations.

    Requirements

    A Master’s degree level in any of the following or closely related fields: Medical Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, Community Health, and related disciplines;
    Advanced training in qualitative research methods including but not limited to study design, qualitative data collection, interpretation and analysis; and reporting will be an added advantage; Experience and familiarity with quantitative and qualitative data collection, collation and analysis;
    Proven experience in study coordination and qualitative research methodologies. At least 2 years’ experience in study coordination is essential;
    Strong knowledge of qualitative data collection and analysis techniques;
    Proficiency in using qualitative data management software (e.g., NVivo, ATLAS.ti);
    Familiarity with research ethics guidelines and regulatory requirements;
    Relevant experience in large multi-country projects will be an added advantage;
    Relevant experience in a health research environment including community and public health facility settings will be an added advantage;
    Demonstrated ability to coordinate and motivate field teams; and
    Demonstrated ability to write-up qualitative research findings into manuscripts.

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  • Locum Phlebotomist, Phlebotomy Department Research Pharmaceutical Technologist, Haematology/Oncology

    Locum Phlebotomist, Phlebotomy Department Research Pharmaceutical Technologist, Haematology/Oncology

    Job Summary

    The Phlebotomist will attend to patients at the reception and inpatient areas, collect samples, accession them in Lab Information System, register and bleed donors in the donor unit.

    Responsibilities

    Collect blood samples from both in-patients and out-patients.
    Perform coagulation screening for causes of bleeding disorders.
    Receive clients and collect blood at the main laboratory from time to time.
    Ensuring that correct test entries are made and correct tests are charged to the patients.
    Ensure that appropriate samples are received with relevant details both on specimen bottles and request forms.
    Attend to patients queries at reception area.
    Distribute samples to respective sections in the system.
    Attend to blood donors in the blood donor unit and bleed them whenever necessary.
    Decontamination of work benches in the phlebotomy working area.
    Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
    Participate in continuous medical education.

    Requirements

    Certificate in Phlebotomy from a recognized institution/college.
    A minimum of 2 years’ working experience as a physiotherapist.
    Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and commendable customer service skills.
    Proactive team player.

    Closing Date: 11/08/2023, 7:59:00 PM
     

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  • Nuclear Medicine Technologist

    Nuclear Medicine Technologist

    Job Summary

    The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will work in the Nuclear Medicine section to perform high quality Nuclear Medicine procedures based upon approved protocols and guidelines and best international practices.

    Responsibilities

    Perform nuclear medicine procedures as per approved departmental protocols.
    Ensure quality control is performed on all equipment, as required.
    Demonstrate ability to improve knowledge and skills through embracing modern technology and innovation and continuous learning.
    Conduct radiation safety orientation for new staff within the department.
    Maintain and archive patient studies to PACS.
    Perform other duties within the department as may be assigned.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Nuclear Medicine Technology or Medical Imaging Sciences.
    Minimum of 1 year hands on experience in a Nuclear Medicine Unit
    Valid license from the Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority.
    Computer literacy
    Excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills.

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  • Locum Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Chemistry Research Associate (Laboratory Technologist), Department of Pathology

    Locum Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Chemistry Research Associate (Laboratory Technologist), Department of Pathology

    Job Summary

    Reporting to the Section Head Chemistry, the Laboratory Technologist will ensure provision of effective, efficient, quality laboratory analytical services in the Laboratory.

    Responsibilities

    Receive specimens for general and specialized chemistry for assays
    Maintain appropriate internal QC on chemistry/special  chemistry analyzers
    Manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in the section
    Analyze tests with maximum efficiency to produce valid results ensuring maximum utilization of reagents and time
    Communicate urgent critical results to all concerned within recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation
    Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
    Participate in continuous medical education
    Observe and comply with Health and Safety regulations in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in work areas
    Prepare and package samples at appropriate temperature   to be outsourced and hand-over to collection agents
    Develop and implement SOPs in general and special chemistry

      Requirements

    Higher Diploma in clinical chemistry or Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution;
    Registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technician and Technologists Board is mandatory;
    Minimum 3 (three) years’ working experience;
    Demonstrable computer literacy;
    Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
    Positive attitude towards work and other members of the team;
    Ability to work under pressure;
    Unquestionable integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
    Professional attitude and strong work ethic with attention to timeliness.

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  • Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology Section Paediatric Instructor, Department of Paediatrics

    Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology Section Paediatric Instructor, Department of Paediatrics

    Responsibilities:

    Receive specimens for Microbiology testing.
    Maintain appropriate internal controls on all processes in Microbiology
    Monitor and manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in Microbiology.
    Perform tests with maximum efficiency utilizing reagents appropriately by following laid down standard operating procedures to achieve expected turn-around time.
    Communicate urgent/critical/abnormal test results to appropriate clinicians with recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation.
    Observe/comply with Health & Safety requirements in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in the work area.
    Develop and implement SOPs in Microbiology.
    Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives 

    Requirements:

    Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institute or equivalent
    Registered with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
    Minimum 3 years working experience.
    Well versed in the required discipline
    Team player
    Attention to detail
    Good communication skills (both written and oral)
     

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  • Medical Officer, Outreach Clinic Embakasi

    Medical Officer, Outreach Clinic Embakasi

    Responsibilities:

    Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies in compliance with evidence based practice and established protocols.
    Monitor acute and chronically ill patients’ progress on a regular basis.
    Initiate discussions with patients and care givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services.
    When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency surgical and medical procedures.
    Provide evidence based screening and wellness examinations, risk assessment, early detection and education on prevention of illness.
    Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
    Establish links with clinic management and the main hospital to ensure smooth and efficient referral of patients.
    Work closely with members of the clinical and non-clinical teams to provide patient centric, coordinated care, reduce errors and waste and create efficiency in resource utilization.
    Actively participate in clinic quality initiatives in collaboration with the clinic management and Quality and Patient Safety team.

    Requirements:

    Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent
    Successful completion of at least 2-years post-graduate Internship.
    Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
    Advance Cardiac Life Support and Advance Trauma Life Support (ACLS & ATLS)

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  • Manager, ICT Infrastructure, ICT Division

    Manager, ICT Infrastructure, ICT Division

    Job Purpose/Summary

    Reporting to the Director-ICT, the job holder will be responsible for support, strategy, standards, oversight, and design of AKU-EA ICT infrastructure

    Key Roles and responsibilities:

    To design, implement, support and maintain LAN, WAN, security and Server infrastructure that supports the requirements of the business from a performance and availability standpoint
    Manage and set priorities for the design, maintenance, development, and evaluation of all infrastructure systems, including LANs, WANs, Internet, intranet, security, wireless implementations.
    Conduct feasibility studies for various upgrade projects, improvements, and other conversions.
    Define hardware and software standards in conjunction with owners and stakeholders
    Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization’s executives, decision-makers, stakeholders, department heads, and end users regarding pertinent infrastructure activities
    Overseeing and determining timeframes for major IT projects including system updates, upgrades, migrations and outages
    Developing and implementing IT policy and best practice guides for the organization
    Conduct research and make recommendations on products, services, protocols, and standards in support of all infrastructure procurement and development efforts.
    Conduct research and make recommendations on products, services, protocols, and standards in support of all infrastructure procurement and development efforts.
    Formulate departmental goals and objectives and assist employees formulate personal goals in line with departmental
    Oversee departmental employees in their day to day duties
    Conduct performance evaluation for departmental staff and work in collaboration with HR, carry out training needs analysis and recommend employee development programmes

    Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience

    Must have a degree in Computer science/Information Technology or related field.
    Certification in CCNA, MSCE, MCP, TCPIP Admin.
    Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar leadership role
    Solid experience in Systems Administration and Management.
    Experience in supporting Cisco switching and routing infrastructure supporting high end, active: active data centres
    Knowledgeable in Firewalls and remote access technologies, Cisco Network Access Control, Wireless LAN infrastructure, VPN and MPLS WAN Technologies, etc.
    Monitoring tools such as Manage Engine OP Manager and IP Monitor
    A range of telephony infrastructure including IP and SIP based systems including video conferencing and telepresence
    Load Balancing and Wide Area Acceleration technologies
    IP telephony systems
    Experience in server hardware and virtualization technologies
    Experience in storage area networks (SAN)
    Experience in data backup technologies
    Great customer service skills – communication and presentation skills.
    Interpersonal skills – ability to work in a team as well
    Creative, intellectual, efficient, and responsible.
    Passionate and highly motivated with ability to function within stringent deadlines.
    Ability to multi-task.

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  • Administrative Secretary, MMD Administration

    Administrative Secretary, MMD Administration

    Job Purpose

    Responsible for running and coordinating the day-to-day administrative duties and support to the Office of the Regional Director, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Division (PSCMD) and to support the division in administrative tasks by liaising with various departments at AKUH and with external agencies to accomplish departmental goals.

    Key responsibilities  

    Organize and coordinate the activities and functions of the Regional Director’s office.
    Organize the Regional Director’s calendar by effectively planning and scheduling tasks and appointments.  Ensure the Director is updated of all relevant issues and meetings by communicating clearly and consistently with the Director.
    Ensure all logistic support for meetings, events/workshops are provided prior to the start of the meetings, i.e., ICT support, meeting documentation, sending invitations to participants, etc.
    Prepare the agenda of meetings and take meeting minutes.  Follow up and closure of agenda action items from meeting discussions.
    Ensure operation of all equipment in the PSCMD boardroom and Regional Director’s Office by completing preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs and maintaining equipment inventories.
    Attend to all incoming and outgoing calls to the Regional Director’s office.  Arrange conference calls, courier of mail and receive sort routine mail. 
    Provide front desk customer service to guests and AKU staff and ensure inquiries are addressed expeditiously.
    Telephone calls management – by screening and directing calls and correspondences to the right people/departments.
    Maintain, secure account for office petty cash
    Maintain a filing system of departmental records and retrieve accurate information as and when required.
    Maintain a departmental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
    Coordinate ground transportation for the Office Staff and visitors.
    Coordinate and arrange travel. Create travel itineraries which include air tickets, accommodation and ground transportation including airport and hotel transfers.
    Providing periodic departmental performance reports with analysis as and when required.
    Maintain a current contact master list for departmental staff, key internal user departments and suppliers.
    Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
    Support the Managers as may be requested
    Complete any other duties assigned by supervisor.

    Qualifications, skills and experience required:

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/ International Relations or relevant field
    Diploma in Secretarial Studies / General Secretarial / Office Management will be an added advantage
    KSCE minimum grade of C+
    At least 3 years work experience
    Computer literacy/ advanced Microsoft Office suite competency is mandatory.
    Professional spoken and written business English is mandatory
    Ability to relate well with faculty and hospital staff at all levels
    Organizational and time management skills
    Critical thinker with demonstrable initiative. 
    Ability to set priorities and work effectively with minimum supervision
    Able to work flexible/long hours as may be required
    Confidentiality & Fidelity

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  • Senior Manager – Biomedical, Engineering Department

    Senior Manager – Biomedical, Engineering Department

    Position Summary

    Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful candidate will be overall in charge of the quality of care of the biomedical department in the hospital with authority to approve, correct and perform preventive action, if the quality is not satisfactory. Manage repairs, services, safety testing, installation, commissioning and planned preventative maintenance of biomedical equipment in accordance with current Hospital standards. Be part of the purchase committee for the purchase of new medical equipment in the hospital.

    Key Responsibilities

     Oversee the annual Planning of Preventive Maintenance and Calibration for all equipment.r
     Ensuring the contracts of all critical equipment are always valid.
     To ensure the all the medical equipment are in working condition and available for patient use.
     Identify, develop and implement training roadmap for departmental staff.
     Develop and implement performance targets, safety standards, and performance assurance to ensure all regulatory compliance (both national and international standards.
     Ensure effective and efficient implementation and adherence of the equipment management plan which will contain all components of equipment selection starting from pre-purchase technical evaluation to its end of life.
     Develop annual operating and departmental capital budget, take initiatives to improve quality standards of the equipment.
     Any other duties that might be assigned from time to time.

    Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience

     BE/BS in Biomedical Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience OR master’s degree in biomedical engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
     In-depth technical knowledge in advanced biomedical engineering and medical information technology.
     Strong knowledge and experience in quality management systems and awareness of international quality standards (ISO, JCIA, CAP,etc.)
     Knowledge in project management and medical technology system integration skills
     Analytical ability to determine equipment failure and malfunction and to manage its repair to ensure proper functioning.
     Ability to perform financial analysis and calculate effective budgets, revenue themes, and costs.
     Strong written and verbal communication. Ability to write reports and make presentations on operational and technical issues.
     Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive attitude. Ability to work and collaborate effectively with Consultants/Doctors, vendors, and senior administration.
     Experience in working in a JCI Accredited Hospital will be an added advantage

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  • Manager, Research and Capacity Strengthening, Institute of Human Development Research Associate (Statistics & Data Management), Institute for Human Development Inventory Officer/Associate, Outreach Administration (Re-Advertisement)

    Manager, Research and Capacity Strengthening, Institute of Human Development Research Associate (Statistics & Data Management), Institute for Human Development Inventory Officer/Associate, Outreach Administration (Re-Advertisement)

    Job Summary

    Reporting to the Director, Institute for Human Development and Programme Director of the ALMA network, overall the Senior Manager, Research and Capacity Building will coordinate all the ALMA Network activities coordinating with different internal and external parties; take the lead in coordinating activities such as training programmers, policy engagement, development of SOPs, and ensuring high-quality knowledge in action products; and be the contact person for all stakeholders interested in the activities of the ALMA Network.

     Responsibilities

    Outline and manage the implementation of competitive selection processes for the ALMA fellows and fellows from other training programmes.
    Manage the fellow’s engagement with their supervisors, mentors and other members of the consortium, as well as track and document their training progress
    Manage the delivery of high-quality training programmes including planning for trainings, managing participant applications, selection, and communication
    Coordinate the development of new courses; support lead consultants to develop, test and rollout newly developed courses
    Take the lead in developing policies, SOPs and guidelines for the ALMA Network and other training programs within the department
    Provide initiative in maintaining positive, productive and ongoing communication within the ALMA Network
    Contribute to   developing new partnerships with a large variety of internal and external stakeholders such as global and regional networks, AKDN entities, county governments, NGOs, academia, frontline workers, and caregivers/parents
    Participate in external meetings and contribute to enhancing the visibility of the ALMA Network among stakeholders
    Participate in MEL activities to ensure we adequately document ALMA’s success and draw learnings on how to enhance the outcomes of the consortium; and
    In collaboration with the Communication Officer, develop policy briefs, Fact Sheets, and other communication products targeting both academic and non-academic audiences

    Requirements

    Have a PhD Degree in the Social or Behavioural Sciences, Public Health or other allied fields
    Must have not less than 3 years of post-doctoral experience
    Experience coordinating a training programme for post graduate students, is highly desirable
    Have demonstratable experience and skills working in a highly competitive multicultural setting

    Key Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:

    Ability to work well independently under no or minimal supervision
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Fluency in English
    Strong demonstrable analytical skills
    Proactive team member, with keen desire to learn
    Excellent report writing, communication and presentation skills
    Willingness to travel within and outside the country 

    Closing Date: 28/07/2023

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