Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Updates the stock administration for Logistics stocks including EPREP, technical/spare parts, household items and hygiene/cleaning materials, food items, MSF/ID materials and (bulk) stationery;
Makes a monthly stock report showing the balances of all stocks; performs random cross-checks with the balances on the stock cards and the balances on the shelves;
Receives, records and processes all requests for (non-medical) goods and services from the Coordination Office and residences;
Under supervision of the Supply & Logistics Manager, makes Purchase Orders for supplies towards the projects, ensures that they are adequately signed and sends them to the relevant suppliers.
Monitors the reception of goods and confirms the delivery of services; updates the supply administration accordingly;
The Supply Supervisor manages the asset inventory and –keeps an up-to-date overview of equipment under maintenance for the Coordination Office,
Prepares a complete fixed assets report every 6 months and as per the request of the Supply & Logistics Manager.
Assists the Supply & Logistics Manager with the follow up of logistics budgets, expenses/realization and the preparation of the monthly cash request;
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Essential: KCSE and diploma/degree in supply management or procurement
Desirable: degree in business administration or related fields
Experience
Essential: at least five years of relevant experience in technical logistics or related fields, of which at least two in supervisory/managerial positions
Desirable: previous experience with MSF or other NGOs
Languages
Essential: English
Desirable: Kiswahili, French
Knowledge
Excellent computer literacy, all-round technical understanding
Competences
People management
Commitment
Flexibility
Results
Teamwork
Company Founded: Founded in 1971
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Supply Supervisor, Nairobi Coordination Office
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Field Communications Manager
I. Position Background: This position used to be shared 50/50 between Assistant Regional Information Officer (ARIO) and Field Communications Manager (FCM).
Given the increasing volume of MSF operations within Kenya, it became crucial for the FCM position to be occupied on a full time basis in order to provide adequate communications support to MSF operational teams in the country.
She/he will propose, implement and coordinate all MSF communications related to our operations in Kenya, in order to build visibility, acceptance and leverage.
II. Place in the Organisation: The Kenya FCM is an intersectional position shared between all MSF sections based in Kenya.
He/she is under the shared hierarchical supervision of the Heads of Mission in Kenya and receives technical support from the Regional Information Office (RIO) for East Africa managed by the Regional Communication Coordinator (RCC).
He/she also reports to the relevant Communications Advisors (CA) based at HQ level for content and strategy validation.
III. Main Responsibilities
Propose and implement the MSF communications strategy in Kenya (CCF) under the supervision of the Heads of Mission, with the direct support of the Regional Information Office (RIO) for East Africa, which is composed by the Regional Communication Coordinator (RCC), the Regional Media Manager (RMM) and the Regional Digital Manager (RDM) Media management:
Identify opportunities and Produce MSF communications for media (Press Release, Statement, Talking Points, Q&A…)
Facilitate media request and visits to MSF projects in Kenya in coordination with the RMM o Identify and brief MSF spokespeople for public communications
Act as a spokesperson when necessary Content Production: o Coordinate the production of MSF operational communication material (Operational Update, Photos, Videos, Interviews, Op-ed, Social Media Posts…) according to strategy, context and budget
Assist MSF field teams in producing communications tools directly related to operations (sensitization material, tee-shirts, posters, radio spots…)
Digital Communications:
Produce material for MSF external social media platforms (Twitter, FB, IG, Blogs, Website) in coordination with the RDM.
Event Management:
Coordinate the organisation of MSF local events related to operations and advocacy (exhibition, debate, concert…) according to strategy and budget o Support the organisation of MSF local events related to institutional communications (recruitment, East African MSF association, representation, fundraising…) in coordination with the relevant department.
Internal Communications:
Produce and disseminate material for internal operational communications at different MSF levels (field teams, associative members, coordination, communication departments, HQ…)
Budget management:
Produce and manage the annual communications budget for Kenya to implement agreed communication strategy, approved by the Heads of Mission.
Reporting:
Monthly reporting to Head of Missions, RCC and CA.
Travels:
Regular field trips to MSF projects in Kenya
Potential international training/workshop
IV. Profile Requirements
Education
Degree in journalism, communication or equivalent
Experience
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in journalism or a press office, ideally in Kenya.
Audiovisual content production
Humanitarian aid
International working environment
Languages
Fluent English and Kiswahili
Additional regional language (Luo, Somali, French) valued
Competences
Excellent writing skills
Capacities to produce and edit audiovisual contents
Event management
Very good understanding of digital communication
Commitment to principled humanitarian assistance
Outgoing personality with strong diplomatic skills
Highly organised
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Laboratory Specialist Program Director
Reference No: 18007
Position Summary: Provides laboratory technical assistance, capacity building, training, laboratory audits and assessments, quality assurance and blood safety services to clinical laboratories being supported by CDC in Kenya (Rift Valley region) and NIH/DAIDS-funded clinical study sites across Africa.
Minimum Requirements:
Degree in biological or laboratory sciences within a clinical or diagnostic setting with 5-7 years of relevant experience.
Alternatively, a Higher National Diploma in Medical Technology with at least 7-9 years of relevant laboratory experience or a Master’s degree in biological or laboratory sciences with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
At least three years’ work experience within a clinical laboratory including experience with quality systems including SLMTA/SLIPTA.
At least two years’ experience working with blood safety or blood banking.
Ability and aptitude to provide laboratory mentorship and capacity building to improve quality management and technical laboratory functions.
Excellent ability to conduct laboratory audits and assessments and identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Demonstrated problem solving skills.
Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication including in English.
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Project Cordinator
OBJECTIVES General objective: To reduce the incidence, morbidity and mortality related to HIV in Ndhiwa Sub County and Homa Bay referral hospital through developing an integrated and simplified model of care in close collaboration with MoH.
Specific objectives:
1) To reduce the number of People Living with HIV AIDS (PLWH) having a detectable viral load (reach the 90/90/90)
2) To reduce the risk for HIV negative people to get infected through the implementation and scale up of complementary preventive measures
3) To reduce the mortality among patients hospitalised in Ndhiwa Sub County Referral Hospital and Homa Bay County Referral Hospital
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Coordinator is responsible for MSF operational response in the Project. In close collaboration with the capital team, follow the Project objectives and priorities (multi-year objectives), ensure that the targets are reached prior the NHIPS 2 in 2018 both in the medical wards, in the 33 health facilities of Ndhiwa Sub County and during the Community Based testing. The PC in 2017 is also expected to initiate discussion with the County on the phasing out / absorption of MSF support to start in 2018.
2017 will be an election year, the PC is therefore particularly expected to remain reactive to emergency and to ensure the security of its team.
Represent MSF, in close consultation with the Head of Mission, develop institutional contacts with national partners at project’s level as well as with media, in order to obtain all information and agreements necessary for the integration of MSF’s program, in the local context and improve the targeted population’s awareness.
Supervise the political, public health and humanitarian situation in the project’s region in order to ensure that MSF’s charter, policies and image are respected with regards to national employees, populations, authorities and partners.
Together with the project team, evaluate the needs by identifying the population’s health status, by analysing the context and associated risks and constraints in order to define priorities and projects goals and to calculate material, human and financial resources needed.
Steer and supervise the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programmes in collaboration with the team, by collecting information and comparing it with the objectives, schedules in order to monitor progression and early detect deviations to propose corrections.
Elaborate the Project’s institutional memory, keeping written records (and file them) on its development, in order to broadcast MSF achievements and improve awareness.
Monitor the risks and threats around the project(s), documenting the situation and analysing the consequences of political decisions or negotiations in course, in order to bear witness of and to render the gap in the public health approach visible and addressed.
Supervise full implementation of safety and health protocols, reporting the Medical Coordination on risky behaviours, in order to ensure safe working conditions for the project staff.
Supervise all orders (medical and logistical) and the Project’s purchases as well as the financial indicators, with the support of the capital referents, in order ensure efficiency and early detect deviations and its causes.
Define and regularly update, in close collaboration with the Head of Mission, the Project’s security policy and strategic response to emergencies, reporting any concerning issue, in order to improve risk working conditions and to ensure staff’s full adherence to security rules and protocols. Manages the security in the project, ensuring that all necessary security measures are in place for the safety of MSF staff and its operations
PROFILE
Education: Paramedical profile (nurse, health economist, epidemiologist)
Experience:
A minimum of 2 years’ experience as Project Coordinator with MSF or another international medical organization
Experience in working in partnership with Ministry of Health is a must Experience in HIV and/or long term Public Health programs, notably in African contexts or resources limited settings
Competencies:
Fluent written and spoken English
Essential computer literacy (word, excel)
Background in epidemiology or data analysis
People Management Skills
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Communications Officer
Communications Officer Job Roles and Responsibilities
To assist in the finalization and implementation of a program wide communication strategy for both internal and external audiences.
To develop creative ways to document programmatic processes, successes and achievements (e.g. through photos/graphics/case stories, in periodic newsletters, brochures, briefs, website, social sites etc.)
Provide quality oversight to PEACE IIIs publications and visual outputs such as presentations, to ensure they are of high quality and are disseminated appropriately.
Provide support to preparing periodic performance reports for submission to the donor.
To support in the production of capacity building communication material e.g. manuals, toolkits, publications, film clips etc.
Assist in capacity building on communication for staff and partner organizations.
Day-to-day management of PEACE III online, including updating and ongoing monitoring, gaining input from other staff as necessary
To contribute towards the planning of, and arrangement for PEACE III events, in particular regarding the design and production of materials, media coverage and documentation of the event.
Storing and sorting and maintaining data base of photographs of projects and their activities
Develop annual reports on Pact Kenya’s project activities
Qualifications and Experiences for the Communications Officer Job
Excellent spoken and written English: general ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form; specific skills in writing press releases and articles/stories for traditional and electronic media.
University Degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent professional work experience in the communication area combined with university degree in a related field.
3 to 5 years of experience in managing development communication.
Knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media.
Knowledge of how to present information to different audiences including general public, media to high level decision-makers.
Analytical and conceptual skills to think and plan strategically. Skills and experience in communication programs, monitoring, review and evaluation.
Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with media representatives, government officials, community groups and other Pact Kenya partners.
Knowledge of computer systems and applications, specifically interactive digital media. Knowledge of photography and digital camera use
Knowledge of video shooting, editing and production an advantage.
Demonstrated skill in program communication, development of Information, Education and Communication material, documentation and publication (including web-based documentation)
The ability to produce analytical and well-presented reports and publications.
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Office Manager
Office Manager Job Responsibilities
Facilities Services
Regularly carry out and monitor office and administrative activities to ensure smooth support is provided, and in accordance with defined procedures and processes.
Manage building and generator maintenance, and general office security.
Ensure staff safety including fire and safety checks and plans; arrange emergency drills and practice evacuation; respond to office emergencies appropriately.
Identify any office repairs needed and coordinate proper repair work (furniture, windows, blinds, electrical etc including fumigation)
Manage vendor agreements (e.g. cleaning, electrical repairs, security among others) and relationships to ensure customer satisfaction
Maintain office files, ensures that all correspondence are properly copied and filed in accordance with filling system and records retention policy.
Ensure office supplies are procured timely and stocks properly monitored; that payments to office service providers and vendors are processed timely in order to avoid service interruptions
Ensure all office facilities functions are supervised accordingly including reception, cleaners and guards.
Asset, Property and Inventory Management
Responsible for property management and office inventory; ensuring that complete record of assets, equipment and inventories (asset register) are maintained in accordance with MSH policies and donor regulations. Ensure assets are allocated and signed for properly as well as perform periodic asset verification.
Conduct inventory reviews and update inventory tracking records and reports quarterly.
Manage system to ensure safe keeping and usage of all in-country property under MSH stewardship, including proper insurance of assets.
Assist with coordinating inventory dispositions as approved.
Ensure equipment is available and serviced regularly
Ensure that adequate security and oversight is in place to safeguard all assets on the premises.
Assist in coordination of any insurance claims for damaged, lost, stolen property.
Stores and Stock Management
Oversee management of Stores for office consumables, program supplies including monitoring stock levels and ascertaining re-order levels.
Inspect goods at receipt, including issuing GRVs and recording receipts in stock cards. This includes ensuring that goods are not damaged at the time of receipt, and that everything ordered is present and accounted for.
Keep track of movement of the items in and out of the stores and to the final destination(s).
Ensuring the availability of adequate amount of supplies and materials regularly required for smooth operation of project activities.
Coordinate with Procurement Unit to assist in the procurement of goods and services when stocks run low
Maintaining an inventory tracker for items tagged and labeled in the stores, ensuring that items do not leave the stores until they have been tagged and labeled accordingly.
Ensure the safety and security of the stock, ensuring that there are adequate security systems in place to guard against theft, fire or any form of destruction.
Enter data and update stock orders in a computerized inventory system; prepare monthly stock reports for review by the Operations Manager.
Manage office petty cash ensuring proper accountability and timely disbursement
Manages the dispatch of stores items. It is the responsibility of the position holder to keep reminding requestors of the items or equipment to be dispatched
Overseeing and supervising staff who maybe requested to support your area of implementation.
Any other assignment that is consistent with the job position.
General
Provide timely, cost effective, and high quality support and service to all MSH country-based projects and activities.
Assist to mitigate risks and rectify challenges identified.
Provide supervision to Receptionist and Office Assistant and is accountable for their performance management (including regular results, check-ins, formal appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, training, coaching and career development support)
Ensure actions are governed by the highest standards of personal and business conduct as stipulated in policy guidelines.
Contribute to maintaining teamwork, discipline sound work relationships and productivity
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time
Qualifications for the Office Manager Job
Degree in Administration or related field.
3 years relevant experience in similar position.
Strong administrative, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse clients and stakeholders.
Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
Ability to work independently, take initiative and learn complex procedures.
Demonstrated experience with managing an office and ability to work as an effective team player
Knowledge of donor regulations preferred.
Computer skills in word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet applications; Microsoft Office preferred, along with ability to learn new software packages.
Good supervisory and conflict resolution skills.
Fluency in English.
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Technical Officer – Pharmaceutical Technologist Senior Technical Officer, Pharmacy Data Manager Technical Officer – Care and Treatment Senior Technical Officer, Care & Treatment Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Senior Technical Officer, Laboratory Technical Officer – Laboratory Technologist
Description:
Works as a member of the regional mentorship team under the guidance of theSenior Technical Officer (Care and Treatment). S/He will mentor health service providers onthe pharmaceutical management information system, pharmacovigilance tools and provide policy updates on HIV management including ART.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide updates to the service providers on the revised ART policies and SOPs.
Provide mentorship and coaching on ART adherence preparation of new patients, dispensing medication use and counseling.
Provide support supervision on monitoring ART adherence (using multiple approaches).
Provide support in counter-checking drug dosages and formulations.
Support health care providers to document and report adverse drug interactions.
Provide mentorship and coaching to service providers on inventory management (quantification, requisition, storage, expiry tracking and reporting).
Provide updates to service providers on pharmaceutical management information system (PMIS);Daily Activity Register, Facility CDRR, District CDRR, Bin card, expiry tracking chart temp logs, Inventory Tracking Tool, Dispensing Tool, job aids (dispensing, storage, inventory management, quantification, medication use counseling), national set of recommended standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Use of the ADT (where applicable).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, EXPERTISE AND COMPLEXITY :
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated team player.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Qualifications:
MINUMUM REQUIREMENT STANDARDS:
Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized Medical Training College with 7-9 years relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree in the same field with 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
Basic training on ART, Commodity Management (and preferably TOT).
Experience in mentoring and supervision of other pharmacy staffon inventory management, rational use and quantification.
The use of the ARV Dispensing tool (ADT) is an added advantage.
At least 5 years’ experience in providing support for a busy ART program.
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Executive Director
Reference No: 111/CT
Executive Director Job Key Duties and Responsibilities
Working closely with the Council to develop long term strategies, goals and policies to guide the strategic direction and policy framework of the Institute.
Providing leadership in the development of sound corporate structures, systems and procedures to assure the realization of the Vision and attainment of the Mission and strategy.
Leading KIM’s business units to achieve agreed revenue and cost targets.
Providing oversight over the Management University of Africa which is sponsored by the Institute to ensure the Institute’s interests are promoted and protected
Systematically building the capacity and enhancing the status of the Institute to attract and retain more members and champion advanced management and governance practices.
Initiating and strengthening linkages with other institutions in related fields, both within the East Africa region and internationally.
Building a dynamic, highly disciplined and motivated team which not only achieves but exceeds targeted growth.
Qualifications and Experience for the Executive Director Job
Hold a Masters degree preferably in management and leadership or other business related fields from a recognized university; a PhD will be an added advantage.
Have at least 10 years experience in management level positions, progressively taking on greater strategic rolesrequiring innovative thinking and making of the right decisions in weighty matters with far reaching consequences.
Have adynamic, captivating personality with a flair for marketing and business developmentable to interact comfortably with top business leaders.
Have proven skills in molding and leading multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement strategic plans, resource allocation and utilization, as well as negotiation of large contracts.
Have excellent communication, networking, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Be a full and active member of a professional association/organization
A key selection factor will be the applicant’s proven ability to raise standards and achieve ambitious business development goals.
Terms
Employment will be on a four-year contract, renewable once. A competitive salary with a range of attractive benefits will be offered.
In addition, the position offers the holder an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the development and practice of management. -
Media Manager
Operational / Technical responsibilities
Media Management (70%)• Media Relations
Receive and handle all media requests related to MSF operations in East Africa
Disseminate and pitch relevant MSF communications to East African Media
Organize and manage media presence to all regional MSF events, including press conference.
Promote MSF international public campaigns at the regional level
Organize media briefing with MSF executives and field teams
• Mapping & Monitoring
Maintain an updated media database and network
Monitor all relevant media on a daily basis.
Provide MSF operations and communications staff with timely reporting on the regional political and humanitarian online context, particularly in case of emergency crisis.
Assess, promote and protect MSF reputation and principles in the media
Digital(10%)• The regional media manager will also team up with the digital communication manager for online media mapping and monitoring across East Africa.
Field Support (15%)• Support MSF field communications in terms of media management (emergencies, media visits…)
Training (5%)
• Media training for MSF spokespersons• Regional Media overview
Requirements:
Education:
• Degree in Journalism or Communications.
Experience:
• Experience in media management, monitoring and analysis, strategic campaign design and implementation.• Previous working experience with media in East Africa• Experience working with MSF communicationsCompetencies: • Excellent writing skills• Knowledge of East African media landscape• Expertise in most common social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat…)• Understanding of the regional political and humanitarian environment
Languages:
• Fluent English and Swahili required• Any other regional language (French, Somali, Amharic…) would be an asset
Personal qualities:
• Ability to work proactively and collaboratively in a complex organisational environment (international MSF movement)• Diplomacy, pedagogy and confidentiality• Multi-tasking• Works in an adaptive and flexible manner, based on the context and the needs.• Ability to work under pressure -
User Support Associate
The User Support Associate 1 provides support to end-users, internal users, or partners. Serves as the liaison between the IS department and the end user on issues related to desktop computers, laptops, printers, network connectivity and remote access. Also, provides first line support to end users for PC, server or mainframe applications, and hardware. Simulates or recreates a process to resolve operating difficulties and may interact with network services, software systems engineering, and/or applications development to restore service and/or identify and correct core problems. Prepares PCs for deployment and provide education and/or training to end user. Handles basic support of hardware, applications and operating systems, technical consultation and networking.
Provides first line support to end users for PC, server or mainframe applications, and hardware through troubleshooting.
Simulates or recreate processes to resolve operating difficulties and recommending system modifications to improve performance.
Interacts with networking services, software systems, and applications as appropriate for problem resolution.
Prepares PCs for deployment and provide education and/or training.
Assists in supporting and training company users about online communication services and client hardware and software operating environments.
Serves as a productive project team member by completing assigned tasks.
Performs software installations on company computers and configures applications as specified.
Responds to help desk hotline and maintains accurate information within the IS tracking system.
Applied Knowledge & Skills
Working knowledge and understanding with a variety of technologies to effectively support end- users.
Understands basic operation of functional units.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interact with a broad range of end-users and use various technical resources to provide support.
Demonstrates ownership of customer issues and independently seeks solutions.
A willingness to increase knowledge and update skills as required.
Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of staff, individuals from diverse cultures, and the public.
Ability to multi-task and self- motivate through assignments and routines.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
Other certifications such as ITIL, MCSE, A+, N+
2-3 years of experience providing end-user phone support for current PC desktop and application software OR installing, upgrading, troubleshooting and repairing personal computers in a network environment.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and data entry/accounting systems.
Vocational or specialized training.
Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
Problem Solving & Impact
Works on assignments that are routine in nature.
Has ability to recognize situations that deviate from accepted practice and seeks managerial advice prior to taking action.
Errors may affect departmental function and ability to meet deadlines.
Supervision Given/Received
Works under direct supervision and follows specific instructions; work is subject to regular review.
Works independently on tasks, developing own work schedule and monitoring progress against defined parameters.
Does not change procedures without supervisor’s approval.
Technology To Be Used
Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices