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  • Research Associate, Institute for Human Development Senior Assistant/Stock Controller, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

    Research Associate, Institute for Human Development Senior Assistant/Stock Controller, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

    Job Summary

    The successful candidate will provide technical support to ongoing projects at the Institute for Human Development that apply qualitative research methods. Responsibilities will include transcription, coding transcripts, report writing and contribution to scientific writing for qualitative studies. The post holder will be stationed at the IHD offices in Nairobi, but will support qualitative projects implemented by the department across Kenya and beyond.

    Responsibilities

    Project coordination – Assist in planning and implementation of community engagement activities for the project
    Data Management – Organize the field team for data transcriptions, cleaning and coding;
    Communication – Work closely with the Communications Officer to ensure project activities are profiled through the different channels of communication targeting all key stakeholders including adolescents, parents, implementers and policy makers;
    Dissemination – Assist in the planning for dissemination of study findings through appropriate channels to all the relevant stakeholders including the policy makers, implementers, academicians, other scientist and study beneficiaries;
    Support with scientific communication through dissemination in conference and peer reviewed journals;
    Ensure proper documentation of all procedures and overall research process in coordination with Research Associate and the data manager;
    Spearhead the mobilization, recruitment and consenting of study participants while working closely with the relevant government officials and community representatives at the study sites; and
    Ensure readiness of data collection tools and devices (Translations, consents, recording, storage and safety).

    Requirements

    Master’s degree in Early Childhood Development, Education, Public Health, Psychology, Nursing, Sociology, Community Development, Project Management or related social science;
    Training and experience in using of neurodevelopmental assessment is highly desirable;
    Experience coordinating or supporting a research project;
    Demonstrable skills in supervision of field work;
    Demonstrable experience and skills in coordinating and conducting child assessment;
    Knowledge, skills and experience in application of research ethics;
    Strong background in mixed methods research; and
    Working knowledge of both qualitative and quantitative statistical softwares.  

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  • Instructor, Critical Care

    Instructor, Critical Care

    Job Summary

    AKU- Department of Medicine is seeking Critical Care Instructors. Reporting to the on-call Critical Care Consultant for clinical duties and the Medical Director Critical Care for academic and administrative duties, the Instructors will undertake the assessment and management of critically ill patients in the Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit and the High dependency Unit in the Hospital.
    They will also be involved in clinical instruction to Senior House Officers, Interns, Medical Students and Resident Doctors within Critical Care Medicine.

    Responsibilities
    The Critical Care Instructor will:

    Assess and manage patients
    Assist in the initial assessment and triage, in person, by phone or by other available electronic means, of potential critical care patients outside the critical care units.
    Participate in the review and development of appropriate policies and procedures for patients’ health care to formulate best practice guidelines.
    Participate in departmental research and academic activities, institutional quality improvement and patient safety activities.

    Requirements

    Must have Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(M.B.Ch.B) or equivalent
    Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine or Anesthesia, Emergency Medicine or successful completion of residency in Internal Medicine or Anesthesia or Emergency Medicine
    Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
    Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS & ACLS)
    Demonstrates competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment
    Good communication skills
    Basic computer skills and electronic medical record knowledge is an added advantage.

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  • Communications Associate, Institute for Human Development Research Associate (Statistics & Data Management), Institute for Human Development

    Communications Associate, Institute for Human Development Research Associate (Statistics & Data Management), Institute for Human Development

    Job Summary
    Using communications best practice, creativity and a dynamic approach, the Communications Associate plans, develops, implements and evaluates communications plans to support the goals and priorities of the Institute for Human Development (IHD). Using a keen understanding of our targeted internal and external audiences, the incumbent takes a solutions-oriented approach to addressing gaps and challenges in internal and external communication efforts. The Communications Associate maps stakeholders and demonstrates the value and impact of IHD through speeches, news releases, op-eds, newsletters and articles for use internally on AKU digital and print channels and externally in events, traditional media and social media platforms. He/she provides broad-based and project-specific communications advice to IHD staff and faculty, supporting them to develop key messages and make informed decisions. The Communications Associate collaborates with the broader AKU communications team to ensure integration in messaging and tactics and to leverage synergies.
    Responsibilities

    Support in developing, implementing and evaluating internal and external communications plans to support communications priorities;
    Use a multi-media approach to communications, matching tactic to goal and end result;
    Work with research and project teams to make their research relevant in the mainstream, including op-ed pieces;
    Work closely with the Manager, Digital Communications, to manage web and social media communications;
    Support media relations and event communications;
    Work in collaboration with the Communications Officer, East Africa, to build relationships with regional and local media houses to showcase activities and impact;
    Coordinate logistics and liaise with media for on-site events and promotions;
    Support communications for events;
    Support the global communications strategy and corporate communication channels;
    Research, write and edit compelling stories related to the IHD for internal and external use and promotion;
    Contribute to internal AKU newsletters, profiling IHD activities and impact;
    Understand the differences between writing for print, digital and social channels and use to tell good stories;
    Align significant communications plans with the global communication strategy; and
    Any other role given by the supervisor 

    Requirements

    Degree in Communications, Journalism, Social Sciences or equivalent, from a recognized university or post-secondary institution;
    At least 3 years’ experience in communications, marketing, media relations, public relations or related field;
    Demonstrable experience creating successful communications plans;
    Demonstrable experience with communications best practice;
    An understanding of stakeholder engagement;
    Issues management and crisis communications;
    Demonstrable experience with digital and print communications;
    Excellent writing and editing skills;
    Knowledge of web content management; and
    Knowledge of the media industry with contacts within various media organisations

    Closing Date: 27/08/2023
     

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  • Pharmaceutical Technologist, Main Pharmacy Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy Department Manager, Business Development and Operations, Outreach Administration Office

    Pharmaceutical Technologist, Main Pharmacy Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy Department Manager, Business Development and Operations, Outreach Administration Office

    Responsibilities

    Receive, verify prescriptions and dispense drugs in a timely manner within approved standards and procedures.
    Contact the physician immediately for inaccuracy and illegibility in a prescription order, document errors and communicate them to the nursing and pharmacy staff
    Verify expiry dates of drugs prior to dispensing medication to patients/customers.
    Check that every label placed on the medications contains the correct patient name, drug, quantity and directions.
    Compound extemporaneous preparations and mix certain intravenous medications as per laid down procedures.
    Counsel patients on drug administration and use of devices for optimum wellness and recovery.
    Receive, return and update drug credits on the system in a timely manner.
    Deliver drug discharges to patients in the ward where applicable
    Communicate out of stock and non-stock effectively and timely to prescriber and nurse and provide alternative choice or make arrangements to order promptly.
    Comply and observe the environmental health and safety measures and regulations by proper handling, storage and dispensation of medications
    Record, monitor and update the expiry list of medications in timely manner.
    Conduct nursing floor inspections once a month for all ward stock, solutions and patient medication left behind
    Complete documentation of Interventions, Medication errors and Near Miss, Adverse events, Medication queries, Patient complaints or any other incidents and forward to relevant office
    Perform random medication checks daily and Monitor variance levels in your respective satellites.
    Compile daily satellite reports.
    Carry out regular satellite stock-take exercise.
    Report any special indicators allocated.
    Maintain and update personal drug knowledge data base to ensure accurate provision of pharmaceutical care of general disease states as well as specialized knowledge in the assigned area of expertise

    Requirements

    Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized institution
    Practicing License from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
    1 year working experience in a busy facility, preferably a hospital
    Computer literate
    Able to communicate with medical professionals
    Able to work with a team of people from various backgrounds and training
    Excellent customer service skills and empathetic to patients of all ages
    Good interpersonal skills
    Culturally sensitive
    Able to keep up with pharmaceutical developments and Continuous Medical Education programmes.

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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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  • Medical Officer, Accident and Emergency

    Medical Officer, Accident and Emergency

    Job Summary

    The Medical Officer, Accident and Emergency will provide quality emergency care to all patients and continuously evaluate and improve the quality of emergency care to meet patient treatment goals.

    Responsibilities

    Review and examine patients consistently by performing such duties as taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic laboratory and radiology studies.
    Attend to patients promptly.
    When necessary, carry out privileged and potentially life-saving emergency procedures.
    Monitor patients’ progress on a regular basis.
    Initiate discussions with patient and care givers to enable better diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services.
    Timely initiation of care pathways that are in accordance to the set international guidelines of management of patients with Acute Coronary syndrome (ACS) and Acute stroke.
    Educate patients on wellness, prevention and early detection.
    Provide materials, resources and referrals to patients, family members/care givers.
    Educate patients on informed consent, choice of attending physician and right to seek second opinion.
    Initiate timely discussions with relevant consultants/departments to arrive at the best treatment plan for specialized cases.
    Participate in establishing various planning parameters for addressing referral cases received at AKUH.
    Engage nursing staff in ensuring that all treating equipment is functional and available for patient care/treatment.
    Participate in discussions with relevant members of the clinical care team to enable better integration of patient care activities.
    Work closely with members of the clinical care team to reduce errors and waste, improve skilfulness and resource utilization.
    Initiate discussions with consultants and colleagues to enable integration of clinical research activities, shared knowledge, institutional quality improvement and patient wellness activities.
    Participate in all team efforts as departmental needs arise.

    Requirements

    Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.Ch.B)
    Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
    Accredited certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
    Minimum 1 year’s post internship experience preferably in a busy emergency department.
    Demonstrable competency and dexterity with all equipment utilized in the hospital environment.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    Remarkable ability to follow through on assigned tasks and deadlines.
    Punctuality and sound time-management skills.

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  • ICT Support Engineer, Graduate School of Media & Communications

    ICT Support Engineer, Graduate School of Media & Communications

    Responsibilities:

    Planning in Liaison with the Technical Operations Manager and IT Manager to ensure proper support of off campus and on campus faculty, staff and students by making routine checks and connections
    Ensure that all ICT equipment are working properly so as to ensure good service delivery
    Responsible for Installation of Operating Systems and application software on all end user PCS as per University requirements.
    Ensure that tickets are logged on ITSM for accountability and follow ups.
    Actively participate in Audio Visual support services at the University Centre
    Ensure that Hardware for end users is properly distributed, upgraded as case may be, and give a complete inventory.
    Responsible for proper Equipment tracking for ease of Asset audit
    Ensure faculty and students are set up appropriately in the VLE system
    Populate the VLE system with course content as required by instructors and tutors
    Support the development of digital online asynchronous content.
    Train students on how to access virtual learning environment and upload assignments, how to access school email and resetting possworks off campus.
    Operate, monitor, adust audio, video lighting and broadcast equipment to ensure consistent quality.
    Convert audio and video records to digital formats for editing on computers.

    Requirements:

    Diploma in Information Technology
    A degree in relevant field is an added advantage.
    Diploma or related training in Studio Operations and Broadcase
    4 years  experience in ICT support & 2 years experience in Studio (Radio & TV) maintance skills.
    Minumum of 2 years experience in Virtual Learning Environment principles and practicalities position
    Studio Operation skills
    Excellent communication skills both written and oral
    Good interpersonal relations
    Ability to convey facts clearly

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  • Manager, UZIMA Research Hub, Institute for Human Development (IHD)

    Manager, UZIMA Research Hub, Institute for Human Development (IHD)

    Job Summary

    Reporting to the Director, Institute for Human Development, and UZIMA DS Hub Directors, the Manager, UZIMA Research Hub will manage the research process and support the Principal Investigators and various project leads in ensuring all sub-projects within the hub are implemented according to the highest standards. Additionally, the Hub Manager will run the day to day administrative work of the hub. He/She will ensure all the teams are connected working collaboratively and on target, through timely and consistent communication. He/She will also support all grant management functions to ensure Hub teams and Subawardees synergize to deliver all activities. The Hub Manager will also facilitate engagement with multisectoral stakeholders to identify sustainable model dissemination pathways into target communities.

    Responsibilities

    Manage all research processes, ensuring all the projects within the hub follow laid down regulatory rules, keeping meticulous record of all research documents, and supporting junior research staff within the hub, by organizing training and mentoring opportunities;
    Manage and coordinate the day to activities of the hub, ensuring that all the teams work collaboratively and on target;
    Responsible for yearly planning and budgeting meeting, and close out activities, ensuring financial reports are submitted to donors on time;
    Provide support in identifying and scheduling for learning and sharing opportunities among the hub teams and external stakeholders and foster teamwork;
    In collaboration with Finance and Grants department, manage the Sub-award processing of onboarding, communication, funds transfers, and collaborative activities;
    Facilitate the process of formation and substance of a Community Advisory Board; selection, invitations and Terms of Engagement, meetings, among others Spearhead all the community engagement activities and processes;
    Ensure smooth communication and coordination among all partners (internal and external) for UZIMA;
    Work closely with the AKIJ communication team to ensure project activities are profiled through the different channels of communication targeting all key stakeholders including women, parents, implementers and policy makers among others; and
    Work collaboratively with the Communications Officer to package information for dissemination to different audience including policy makers, research communities and other audiences.

    Requirements

    PhD in Public Health, Mental Health, Maternal and Children Health, Psychology and other related fields;
    Must have a strong Research and Project Management/Coordination background;
    Experience coordinating or supporting a multi-disciplinary project with public health relevance is key to this role;
    Have strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and communication skills;
    Have practical experience working in a multi-cultural setting, with hands on experience in community mobilization and partner engagement processes;
    Have demonstrable ability to document research study processes and outcomes, compile donor reports; and
    Must be willing to travel outside the country.

    Key Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:

    Ability to work under minimal supervision;
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a good team player;
    Fluent in English and Kiswahili; and
    Keen desire to learn and share knowledge.

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  • Mechanical Technician, Engineering

    Mechanical Technician, Engineering

    Responsibilities:

    REGULAR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    Provide technical support for mechanical systems and equipment throughout the hospital as assigned including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance;
    Document all mechanical activities and test results according to department policy;
    Promptly respond to system/equipment Breakdown Maintenance (BDM) request from user Departments as per policy;
    Timely complete Preventive Maintenance (PPM) for mechanical system/equipment
    Liaison with user Departments for maintenance activities and report to team leader on issues arising.

    PERIODIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    Participate in requests for special projects, such as new systems/equipment acquisition etc.
    Perform and document mechanical equipment and systems preventive maintenance as per schedule
    Respond to maintenance requests as per department policy
    Participate in development of mechanical systems/equipment safety and device-specific in-service education to other technicians     and  equipment users as necessary
    Participate in incident investigation and system/equipment performance analysis as required.
    Participate in development or review of emergency and safety plans related to use and operation of electrical system/equipment. 

    Requirements:

    Diploma in mechanical engineering (Plant option) or equivalent qualifications
    2 years  experience in a similar position. 
    Should have thorough knowlegde on Steam boilers and steam systems, Waste incinerator, water systems, refrigeration and air conditioning, equipment functioning and maintenance
    Excellent communicaiton and interpersonal skills
    Ability to overcome performance bariers.
    Willingness to learn & impart knowledge
    Computer literacy.

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  • Project Manager, Brain and Mind Institute Program Navigator, Outreach and Study Development Lead – (Re-advertisement ) Dietetics Technologist, Dietetics

    Project Manager, Brain and Mind Institute Program Navigator, Outreach and Study Development Lead – (Re-advertisement ) Dietetics Technologist, Dietetics

    Job Summary

    As part of a Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative funded project titled “Cultural Adaptation and Validation of Cognitive Tests, Functional Assessments, and Biomarkers in People with Dementia Project”, this position will support the Principal Investigators to carry out the project aims. A culmination of assigned tasks will ensure that the project adheres to ethical guidelines and regulations; required number of research participants are recruited, consented, and followed up; data collected is clean, kept private and confidential.

    The initial contract will run for one and a half years.

    Responsibilities

    Preparation of tools including adapting, translating, pilot testing, and calibrating research tools;
    Streamlining the data collection tools within the preferred electronic platform;
    Mobilisation of study sites and key people in authority within the preferred research sites;
    Locating, recruitment and consenting of study participants;
    Planning and monitoring of research activities by students;
    Administration and scoring of neuropsychological interviews, tests, and questionnaires to participants;
    Timely, preferably daily, submission of all data collected;
    Retrieval of secondary data from electronic health records for input into study database;
    Cleaning, reviewing, and entering data into study database;
    Summary analyses, reporting and storage of data in private and confidential manner;
    Ensure study supplies are stored safely and accounted for including any monies allotted to study activities;
    Ensure compliance with ethics and study protocol, including policies and regulations related to safety, privacy, and confidentiality;
    Prepare basic field reports for review by the project coordinator/leads;
    Develop and monitor a study risk register as per AKU’s Audit guidelines.
    Work with project leads to initiate reporting of research experiences and outcomes as well as expenses incurred as required by ethics and funders among other interested persons;
    Liaise with project leads to ensure all project assets are accounted for;
    Participate in research dissemination activities (presentations, publications, etc.) and
    Any other related responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor.

    Requirements

    Master’s level training in a related field (i.e., Biomedical Sciences; Neuropsychology, Psychometrics, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Public Health);
    Completion of doctoral level coursework and clinical training is an advantage;
    3-5 years of experience in research with preference for managing multi-component projects;
    At least 1 year of experience in field data collection preferably in community and hospital settings;
    Educational or experiential knowledge of psychological and neuropsychological test administration in aging populations and psychometrics;
    Experience in using SPSS or any other quantitative statistical software;
    Academic exposure and interest in neuroanatomy and brain-behaviour relationships is an advantage;
    Peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or other records of scholarly output;
    Keen ability to work independently, show initiative, and take ownership, as well as a natural problem solver with a goal-oriented mindset;
    Excellent inter-personal relationship with ability to work well with study participants, colleagues and full spectrum of academic staff from trainees to senior faculty members and researchers, located in different geographic zones; and
    Ability to work within short deadlines even outside normal working hours to meet targets.

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