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Laboratory Assistant- Locum

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

The successful candidate will support technical and administrative processes in the laboratory to ensure smooth flow of services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Efficiently manage laboratory supplies to optimize availability, utilization, and minimize stock discrepancies.
Promptly issue patient results in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
Coordinate the dispatch of samples for external testing in a timely fashion, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
Oversee the organization and maintenance of laboratory archives and pertinent records.
Support microbiology efforts by preparing culture media and ensuring proper sterilization of laboratory equipment and waste disposal.
Carry out general administrative tasks, including front office duties and courier responsibilities, to facilitate seamless laboratory operations.

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution in Kenya.
A minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar role.
Prior experience in an accredited laboratory will be considered a strong advantage.
Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Knowledge in commodity management.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Problem solving skills.
Developed computer skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook

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November 5, 2024
Manager – Nursing Practice & Education

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Director Quality Services Kenya & Head of Nursing Practice, Kisumu, the Manager – Nursing Practice & Education will be responsible for delivery of safe and quality patient care through evidence based clinical practice and nurses’ professional growth and development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs clinical practice assessment and support of Core Measures evidence-based standards documentation through concurrent audit, interaction with nursing staff, and concept of data utilizing appropriate applications.
Organize orientation and basic credentialing certification of nursing staff.
Clinical capacity building of the nursing staff through formal/informal educational program, clinical mentorship, and international collaboration
Develop and maintain effective networks both internal and external to improve nursing practice.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for nurses and maintain a database of nursing licensure, mandatory certification, and job descriptions.
Manage and Monitor Nursing Division affiliation with professional bodies, health facilities and training schools.
Evaluate implementation and effectiveness of training programs on an ongoing basis and communicates variance to nurse leaders.
Develop Nursing Care standards, policies and procedures and designs relevant tools for use at unit levels.
Manage clinical placement for local and international nursing students and nurses seeking clinical placements.
Maintain a database of division wide key performance indicators and communicates variances in a timely manner.
Participate in identification of continuous quality improvement projects (CQI)
Actively participates in nursing quality audits and follow up audit recommendations with corrective and preventive actions.
Conducts spot-checks to assess compliance with established policies, guidelines, and protocols.
Work closely with nurses to conduct regular skill checks to identify their training/learning needs and designs individual training programs.
Design a plan for continuing unit based learning and works with the nurse in-charge to ensure participation of all nurses.
Use clinical incidences as learning opportunities for nurses and with them plans corrective and preventive actions.

The requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Master’s degree in any healthcare related field from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage.
At least seven (7) years of experience in an acute care setting with there (3) years’ experience in a supervisory role in healthcare industry.
Registered Nurse with valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
Good clinical experience, excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative & customer care skills.
Certification in ACLS & BLS.

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November 5, 2024
Manager – Accident & Emergency Services Manager – Theater Services Manager – Paediatric Services Manager – Obstetrics & Gyneacology Services Manager – Surgical Services Manager – Critical Care & Renal Services Manager – Medicine Services Head Teacher

The position

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health Facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa – Bay, Migori, Bomet, Eldoret and Kimilili. The Hospital is seeking to attract interested and qualified candidate to fill the following position within the Nursing Department:

Manager – Accident & Emergency Services / Kisumu

Reporting to the Director Quality Services Kenya & Head of Nursing Practice, Kisumu, the Manager – Accident & Emergency Services will support the A & E department activities in the Hospital through systematic analysis of health data, develop standard guidelines in the Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Formulate programme goals and objectives in collaboration with Program Chairs and Clinical leads drawing from the overall institutional strategy.
Prepare annual operational, capital and staff budgets.
Leads the team in quality improvement initiatives to ensure delivery of safe and quality care.
Maintains a database of the key performance indicators and communicates variances in a timely manner.
Develops and reviews departmental policies.
Monitor quality of patient care through defined clinical and service indicators
Facilitates and attends relevant Mortality and Morbidity meetings and ensures that active follow-up is done with the recommendations and conclusions.
Support departments in identification of Continuous Quality Improvement projects (CQI)
Takes lead in implementation of evidence-based interventions through clinical pathways and protocols.
Leads in enhancing revenue generation through development of new services and expansion of existing ones with cost containment initiatives.
Oversees delivery of customer service excellence by monitoring customer satisfaction.

The requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Higher Diploma in Trauma and Emergency Nursing will be an added advantage or five (5) years of experience as a Manager in the Accident & Emergency Unit.
BLS / ACLS certificate and other unit specific certification requirements.
At least seven (7) years of experience in an acute care setting.
Valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
Working knowledge of a Hospital Management Information System.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative & customer care skills.

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November 5, 2024
Administration Officer – Locum Electrical Technician – Locum Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic – Locum Maintenance Officer – Civil Works – Locum

Overall Responsibility

Reporting to the Head of Facility and Healthcare Technology, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordination of activities within FMS department and other departments at the Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu and its clusters which include but not limited to receiving Job request, material request and other correspondence.

Roles & Responsibilities

Record all maintenance requests received from users and distributes all to concern supervisors within FMS departments.
Responsible to keep all records of all such requests and generate reports of all the services provided by the FMS department.
Coordinates and work with team leads to create the data base of all the plants, Equipment and spare parts .
Will help the concern team leads in developing the preventive maintenance procedures and schedules.
Prepares periodic reports of different maintenance and project activities, such as equipment up time, number of preventive and breakdown maintenance e.c.t
Provide support on planning and scheduling requirements to the FMD team to enable the necessary resources to be allocated to execute the works.
Daily issuing of Tools and protective safety equipment to respective worker along with its record keeping and inventory.
Acts as safety and liaison officer for FMS department

Act as secretary for FMS Committees such as EOC,Environment and Energy

The requirements

Education & Experience

Diploma in Business Administration
Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
Experience in the technical field or services industry will be an added advantage.
Proficient in computer applications.

Skills & Competencies

Facilities and Space Administration
Office Administration
Property Management
Security Administration
Customer Service and Communication skills
Collaboration
Attention to detail.
Problem solving skills.

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November 5, 2024
Head Teacher

Role Summary

As the Head Teacher of the Junior School, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the students’ quality of education and their achievements. Working closely with the leadership team including school heads in the Nursery and Senior Schools, you will drive academic and extracurricular initiatives, ensuring the school’s adherence to and customisation of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) standards to the mission of the Academy. You will lead the students and staff, monitor performance against targets and quality indicators, and oversee the day-to-day operations of the school. Your leadership will be instrumental in positioning our institution as a beacon of educational excellence in Nairobi.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement annual objectives and a comprehensive school development plan, aligning with AKES, Kenya’s vision for high-quality education.
Lead the effective teaching of the IB-PYP curriculum, fostering academic success and holistic development among students.
Monitor school performance, conduct regular evaluations, and provide insightful reports to senior leadership.
Strengthen the implementation of the IB-PYP curriculum, positioning the academy as a model school within the International Baccalaureate Organisation.
Ensure compliance with authorisation requirements and prioritise students’ wellbeing through personalised support initiatives.
Cultivate a high-performance team and support teachers in curriculum implementation and professional development.
Manage the school’s budget, resources, and assets, ensuring efficient allocation in line with AKES, Kenya’s policies.
Foster strong relationships with parents and the community, championing collaborative partnerships and effective communication channels.
Implement robust safeguarding policies and crisis response plans, prioritizing the well-being of students and staff.
Ensure systems are in place for tracking individual student’s progress through the school year and through the school and identify areas where students need additional support to ensure “no child is left behind”
Ensure that the school has appropriate teaching and learning resources through the annual budgeting process while adhering to the guidelines and policies of the AKES, Kenya.
Liaison with leadership to support the development of the Academy as a whole.

The requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Education/a post-graduate degree in Education from an accredited university, with successful IB experience
A minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in international curriculum schools, of which, at least 5 years should be within an IB PYP leadership role
Good understanding of, and experience in, curriculum management, design, implementation and evaluation
Understand that the needs of students are constantly changing, and an ability to evaluate and develop the educational offering in response
Proven experience in leading strategies for raising students’ achievement, school improvement planning, implementation and self-evaluation
Experience in the developing world and Africa are highly desirable
Candidates currently in Kenya will require TSC registration

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November 2, 2024
Theatre Technician Manager – Nursing Practice & Education Manager – Quality & Patient Safety CSSD Technician

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Manager – The Aga Khan Medical Centre , Kisii, the Theatre Technician will be responsible for ensuring sterilization of surgical equipment as per the laid down procedure and a safe surgical environment for patients and staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clean, prepare and sterilize surgical instruments as per laid down procedure.
Order and maintain all necessary supplies in the theatre.
Ensure the OR is sterile and completely functional.
Conduct an inventory of instruments before and after each procedure.
Assist with patient monitoring during the length of the procedure.
Prepare the theatre and equipment before and after surgery.
Assist in bringing in patients into the operating room.
Report any defective equipment or instrument for repair or/and replacement.
Ensure a clean theatre between surgeries and perform terminal cleaning at the end of the day.
Assist patient positioning during surgical procedures.

The requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
A Diploma in Theatre Technology from a recognized institution
Three (3) years of experience in Theatre as a Theatre Technician.
Licensed by Kenya Health Professional Oversight Authority
Registered by Peri-operative Technician and Technologist Association of Kenya
BLS qualifications from a relevant body.
Excellent interpersonal, communication & customer care skills
Computer literate.

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November 2, 2024
Education Programme Manager, AKF Kenya

The position

Programme background
AKF-Kenya is part of the AKF-East Africa regional structure that supports programmes in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. In Kenya, AKF is managing an ambitious portfolio of multi-input initiatives that seeks to address the interconnected causes of poverty and poor quality of life in rural areas. Within education, AKF’s portfolio in Kenya covers teacher transformation, school leadership, community engagement, and system strengthening. AKF focuses on pre-primary, primary, and secondary education and incorporates wider interventions associated with Early Childhood Development

Overall Role:

Reporting to the Regional Education and ECD Advisor, the Education Programme Manager (EPM) is responsible for leading the education portfolio and co-lead the ECD portfolio. The EPM will be responsible for developing and maintaining a robust portfolio of education and ECD programmes, grant management, high quality delivery of existing programmes, promoting learning and innovation, fostering effective partnerships, and enhancing visibility of AKF and AKDN in the education sector in Kenya. The EPM will work closely with the AKF(EA) Regional Education and ECD Advisor based in Nairobi.

Specific Responsibilities include:

Effective programme and grant management: Ensure high quality delivery and management of all donor grants for education and ECD.

Implement/improve grant management system, processes, guidelines, and tools and effectively manage all donor funded grants.
Develop and/or finalise narrative progress reports and workplans for donor projects.
Ensure full compliance to AKF and donor requirements on reporting, financial management, and results/targets.
Support project teams to develop their understanding of and capacity to adhere to donor compliance.

Programme Monitoring: Monitor and track on-going grants and programme initiatives in the sector in Kenya.

In collaboration with project teams, programme teams, and M&E team, develop Performance Measurement Framework (PMF) for new project(s)/programmes.
Collaborate with the M&E team manage and operationalise all current PMF.
Organise technical advisory services to strengthen M&E system for education and ECD projects.
Support the project team to use data to inform project design and make information-based decisions.

Quality Assurance of Programming: Improve the technical implementation and quality of education and ECD programmes in Kenya.

Develop/introduce or assist in operationalising quality assurance system/protocols for education and programmes/projects.
Conduct periodic field visits to review quality of programme implementation and provide ongoing technical support to field teams.
Deliver programme quality/data audit for project(s).
Draw on field data and local/global good practice to support improvements in programme delivery.

Programme Development and Resource Mobilisation: Lead education and ECD programme development for AKF and ensure AKF has a robust pipeline of grants to support programming in education and ECD in Kenya

Develop an understanding of AKF and AKDN strategy and programming priorities in the education and ECD sectors in Kenya and more broadly for East Africa.
Scan funding opportunities and respond to relevant opportunities/call for proposal.
Proactively engage donor agencies, foundations, and other funders to mobilise resources for education and ECD programming.

Learning, Policy Engagement, and Communications: Lead a robust learning, policy engagement and communications agenda for the education and ECD targeting key stakeholders (government, donors, NGOs/CSOs, practitioners, AKDN etc.) to inform policy, programmes, and practices.

Engage key stakeholders in discussion to share/foster learning and to inform/influencing policy, programme, practices.
Proactively engage in education and ECD technical working groups at the national level to both learn from and to inform/influence.

The requirements

Skills and Competencies:

Programme and Award Management:

Demonstrated experience in implementing and improving grant management systems, processes, and tools.
Proven ability to develop and implement project implementation plans, workplans, and budgets.
Strong communication skills to manage relationships with donors and consortium partners.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

Proficiency in developing and operationalizing Performance Measurement Frameworks (PMFs).
Experience collaborating with Monitoring and Evaluation teams to ensure data-driven decision-making.
Ability to organize technical advisory services to strengthen M&E systems for education and ECD projects.

Quality Assurance and Improvement:

Experience developing and introducing quality assurance systems/protocols for education programs.
Proven ability to conduct field visits for program quality/data audits and provide technical support.
Familiarity with integrating findings and learning from monitoring data and qualitative studies for program improvement.

Programme Development and Resource Mobilization:

Strong understanding of AKF and AKDN strategy and programming priorities in education and ECD.
Proven success in leading program development for education and ECD aligned with organizational strategies.
Experience in scanning funding opportunities, responding to proposals, and brokering partnerships with government and non-government stakeholders.

Learning, Policy Engagement, and Communications:

Ability to lead a robust learning and dialogue framework to influence policy and practices.
Proficient in developing and implementing a policy engagement agenda and workplan.
Strong communication skills for producing policy documents, learning briefs, case studies, and communication materials.

Experiences:
Education and ECD Portfolio Management:

Several years of experience managing education and ECD portfolios, preferably in an international development context.
Track record of successful implementation of programmes focusing on teacher transformation, school leadership, community engagement, climate education, and system strengthening.
A graduate degree in a relevant field is desired.

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Building:

Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining positive relationships with donors, government agencies, NGOs, and community stakeholders.
Proven ability to foster effective partnerships and collaborations with both AKDN and non-AKDN agencies.

Resource Mobilization:

Successful track record in mobilizing resources for education and ECD programming through engaging with donor agencies, foundations, and other funders.
Experience identifying joint programs and synergies with AKDN and non-AKDN agencies.

Policy Influence and Advocacy:

Experience in engaging with relevant ministries, parastatal bodies, and technical working groups to influence and inform national education policies, strategies, and regulations.
Active participation and contribution to dialogues and discussions on education and ECD strategy formulation within AKDN and at the national level.

Leadership and Team Management:

Previous experience leading and managing teams in the education and ECD sector.
Strong leadership skills to foster a culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration within the program teams.

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November 2, 2024
Human Resource Officer

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
Reporting to the Human Resource Manager – Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting timely delivery of human resource plans, data management, and operations in the assigned Business Units.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support effective implementation of human resource policies, plans and procedures.
Support in forecasting and planning the talent pipeline requirements in line with the function/business strategy.
Participate in realization of people processes of talent recruitment to ensure optimal capabilities.
Manage specific projects as determined in the annual HR operational plan as well as participating in functional and cross-functional initiatives.
Provide Human Resource advisory services to the Heads of Departments, Managers and Supervisors in the Business Units assigned across a breadth of areas including talent management, employee development, performance management, employee relations and change management.
Assist with labour initiatives through ensuring compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements as well as the Hospital’s rules and regulations.
Monitor and develop regular statistical information regarding workforce requirements, staff turnover, leave, absence etc.
Ensure that leave plans are in place and are adhered to in consultation with Heads of Departments.
Maintain an efficient and effective filing system for HR documents, including the filing of staff files and data management.
Monitor and submit monthly probationary report and share with supervisor a month before the probation end date.
Support payroll administration.
Maintain contract expiry dates and update the supervisor one month in advance.
Keep track of all active staff in employment and process separations of those whose contracts will not be renewed/terminated.
Assist in the induction and orientation process of new staff; ensuring that new staffs are well versed with the various human resource policies such as the human resource manual and the code of conduct.
Ensure that staff have relevant licenses and that all other documentation relating to their profession are valid and updated to ensure compliance with required standards and regulatory needs.
Coordinate employment of expatriate staff and ensure they are in possession of the relevant permits, passes and visas as provided in the law.

The requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or any other business related field from a recognized institution.
Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) qualifications or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution.
Certification in an IT related field will be an added advantage.
Membership of Institute of Human Resources Management.
Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in as a HR generalist preferably in comparable institution.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Good awareness of the internal and external industrial environment and successful adaptation to changing demands and conditions of ER landscape.
Quality management and customer service orientation
Knowledge of best and current human resource practices and approaches.
Knowledge of the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Effective advisory and influencing skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Problem solving skills.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Ability to effectively manage multiple stakeholders.
Independence and dependability.

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November 2, 2024
Dental Surgeon – Bungoma

The position
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
The successful candidate will be expected to competently manage Dental services in the Hospital in accordance with our quality policy which emphasizes continuous improvement of service to meet and exceed customer expectations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Consulting with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns.
Prescribing tests, treatments, and/or surgery, when necessary.
Maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests and/or treatments prescribed, and test results.
Carry out emergency dental procedures as well as attend to non-emergency procedures.
Counsel patients on oral hygiene instruction and demonstrate techniques to achieve this.
Liaise with Consultants on handling specialized cases in the provision of patient dental health care.
Review and develop appropriate policies and procedures for patient care to formulate best practice guidelines.

The requirements

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized University.
Must be registered / licensed by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
At least two years’ experience after completing internship preferably in a hospital setting.
Good public relations and communication skills.

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November 2, 2024
Deputy Head Teacher Communications and Marketing Officer Student Support Coordinator Maths Coordinator

The position
The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) operates 5 schools in various cities in Kenya and provides nursery to senior secondary education in both national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people of all faiths and origins in specific regions of the developing world.

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi (AKA, Nairobi) is an IB continuum school in Kenya authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum (IB) from Early Years through to Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). With over 1000 students, AKA, Nairobi is a multi-cultural school with a variety of nationalities represented in our student and teaching faculty.

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi – Junior School has an opening for the position of DEPUTY HEAD TEACHER

Role Summary
The Deputy Headteacher will be a cornerstone in advancing the mission of the Academy, supporting the Headteacher in the leadership and effective management of the school, ensuring the seamless delivery of the International Baccalaureate PYP curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

In liaison with the Headteacher, develop curriculum statements and practice consistent with the requirements of the IB PYP and ensure the effective implementation of the IB PYP curriculum
Provide mentorship and support to teaching staff, conducting regular observations and feedback sessions
Facilitate curriculum development sessions, ensuring alignment with IB standards and practices
Support committees of faculty and parents that function to improve the learning and social environment of the school for the students
Assisting in annual teacher evaluations/appraisals, assisting in providing guidance to faculty and students, and encouraging a positive climate in the school
Arrange for substitution and supervision of classes where a teacher is absent
Assisting in the programming of calendar events, new staff orientation, transition schedule and processes
Co-ordinate the assessment and reporting methods
Draw up the roster for teachers on weekly duty
Provide an energetic and active lead in the continuing improvement of standards of teaching and learning
Coordinate and monitor the extra activities in the school
In conjunction with the Headteacher, organise Parent Teacher Interviews, Student-led conferences and opportunities for parents to visit the school
Ensure that staff members are made aware of IB PYP professional development opportunities and liaise with the IBO to coordinate both internal and external professional development activities
Make recommendations regarding internal and external training opportunities
Assist in induction of new students
Develop and manage the PSE programme
Facilitate child protection training of new staff and coordination of whole school staff in child protection
Make recommendations for the purchase of suitable teaching and learning resources to support the implementation of IB PYP

The requirements
Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor of Education degree
Masters degree would be an added advantage
5 years of experience in a supervisory position in an educational institution (IB preferred)
Proven consistency in class work performance
Should have knowledge of the IB PYP curriculum

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