Job Description
The HTS Officers will work with the facility teams to enhance uptake and provision of HIV testing services (HTS) in the health facilities with focus on high risk populations – families of clients enrolled in HIV care, in TB, malnutrition, maternal and child health clinics and in-patient and maternities. The HTS officers will strengthen the whole continuum of care from testing to enrollment in HIV care. The position reports to the HTS/Longitudinal Care Specialists.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Support HTS counselors and health care providers to provide routine HTS to clients seeking health services in supported facilities
· Enhance saturation of HTS in ANC, TB clinics, malnutrition clinics, postnatal and family planning clinics and among clients admitted in in-patient settings.
· Strengthen facility and home testing of family members of clients enrolled in HIV clinics
· Train and mentor HTS provide quality HTS services as per national guidelines
· Enhance linkage/referrals of HIV positive clients in care through the implementation of a case management model through physical escort of clients to HIV clinics and regular follow-ups including home visits till in enrolment in HIV clinic is confirmed
· Hold regular HTS program review meetings to monitor progress towards desire quality and defined goals
· Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance HTS uptake in supported facilities
QUALIFICATIONS
· Diploma/Degree in Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Psychology
· Trainer of Trainings in HIV Counseling Testing
· Trained in current National HTS guidelines
· At least 5 years experience in HIV service provision in the public health sector
· Solid understanding and experience in the use of national HIV monitoring and evaluation tools particularly HIV Testing registers and reports
· Excellent mentorship and report writing skills
Job Field: Sector in Unspecified
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HIV Testing Services (HTS) Officers
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Theatre Nurse Nurse Oral Health Technologist
Ref: CDN/HR/018/096/2017
The Theatre Nurse will work with other staff to maintain high standards and actively promote quality health care delivery and smooth running of the theatre and to provide care to patients in the institution who require acute medical intervention that can be provided by a theatre nurse.
Qualifications
Must possess a diploma in nursing from a recognized institution
Must be registered with the nursing council and possess a current license.
MUST have undertaken an extra course in theatre nursing.
Must have good communication skills both written and oral.
The candidate must be self driven and self motivated.
Minimum working experience of two years in a busy theatre in a health institution.
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Sales & Marketing Officer
Sales & Marketing Job Responsibilities
Responsible for revenue generation across products and regions and ensure yields across products.
Keep tab on arithmetic calculations, pricing structures, gross margin and profitability.
Responsible for Marketing and Sales to achieve top line market share and achieve revenue and brand objectives.
Prepare Business Plan on business design, structure, process and operating plan and financial model.
Strategize and plan the sales process management, forecasting, pricing, key account management, expenses, profitability, new product development, market research and brand strategy.
Periodically review partners’ performance through Regional Managers and check on gaps in performance and seek reasons and actionable steps to close the gaps.
Conduct effective and accurate market research and apply this information to increase market share.
Conduct customer or training seminars as per the requirement of regions.
Monitor and analyze all marketing and sales reports received and also give feedback.
Ensure all approvals related to consultants and other Government authorized bodies are made in a proper and timely manner.
Coordinate, prepare and launch new products for the assigned market(s) with cooperation of the respective partners in the respective regions.
Ensure the confidentiality of the customer list, mailing lists and other sensitive company information.
Motivate and monitor sales representatives and partners on marketing and sales activities.
Coordinate with administration to ensure timely orders, and smooth function of action in the system.
Update management on business process and operating plan and financial model and profitability.
Qualifications for the Sales & Marketing Job
BSc Applied Statistics/Statistics/Economics/BCom, with MBA (Marketing & Sales), with more than 5 years of experience in field of sales; levels of performance across varied situations.
Exposure to brand management, a distinct advantage.
Experience in a similar industry and inâ€depth product knowledge.
Good working knowledge of computers.
Leadership/Managerial Skills.
Strategic Thinking, Good Leadership, Strong Analytical Skills.
Minimum of C+ in KCSE or equivalent in O-Level certification.
Knowledge in Ecommerce and digital marketing. -
Quantity Surveyor Graphic Designer
Responsibilities for the Quantity Surveyor Job
Oversee and directing all construction projects from conception to completion
Reviewing the projects in depth to schedule deliverable and estimate costs
Overseeing all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations
Oversee and ensure that the Project Managers Meets contractual obligations as stated
Reviewing the work progress on a daily basis, weekly basis
Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
Liaise with Project Managers to plan ahead and assist in problem solving
Prepare running accounts for the project and presenting weekly reports
Full Project documentation from start to finish
Ensure all required permits/licenses are in order by liaising with the Project Managers
Make use of IT systems provided to fasten and improve work
Quantity Surveyor Job Requirements
At least a Diploma in Quantity Surveying
At least 5 years of experience in Building Engineering.
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Finance and Budget Assistant Programme Management Officer
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. This position is located in UN Environment, Corporate Services Division, Strategic Donor Partnerships and Global Funds Coordination Section in Nairobi.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Fund Management Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for manageing the three on-going funding umbrellas that UN Environment is implementing in partnership with the European Commission General Directorate Environment and General Directorate for Cooperation and Development.
Providing support with respect to the review, analyses and preparation of the medium-term plan and its revisions.
Preparing supporting documents (narrative and supporting tables) with respect to finalization of cost estimates and budget proposals, in terms of staff and non-staff requirements.
Assisting managers in the elaboration of resource requirements for budget submissions.
Undertaking research and providing support to higher level Finance & Budget Officers with respect to budget reviews of relevant intergovernmental and expert bodies.
Monitoring expenditures and comparing with approved budget; prepares adjustments as necessary.
Assisting in preparation of budget performance submissions and finalization of budget performance reports, analysing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.
Monitoring integrity of various financial databases. · Verifying accuracy of input data, ensuring consistency of data in previous allotments to new allotments issued.
Co-ordinating with other finance and budget staff on related issues during preparation of budget reports.
Treasury:
Identifying and annotating bank account movements.
Filing and archiving as required.
General:
Keeping up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to programme, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.
Drafting or preparing correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant financial and budget matters.
Maintaining and keeing up-to-date files.
May be responsible for providing guidance, training and daily supervision to other general service staff in the area of responsibility.
Performining other related duties, as assigned.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the UN environment. Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data across the full range of finance and budget functions, including programme development and database management, claims and treasury operations. Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and operational problems. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Supplementary training in accounting, finance or directly related fields highly desirable. Must have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away from Headquarters.
Work Experience
Seven years work experience in finance, budget, accounting, administrative services or related area. Experience working with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and with international organizations is highly desirable
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HR Clerk
HR Clerk Job Responsibilities
Providing general office support services like drafting a variety of correspondence and other form of communication.
Assisting in recruitment – placing adverts, scheduling candidates for interviews and helping in selecting the ideal candidates.
Updating the staff list for resignations, transfers, change of designation and new staff.
Coordinating the exit/clearing process of staff who resign or are dismissed.
Implementing Human Resource strategies, policies, procedures and guidelines designed to achieve the institution’s strategic goals and vision.
Information management & archiving/ filing for HR related issues.
Ensuring that all employees have N.S.S.F, NHIF and PIN numbers.
HR administration, such as leave management, maintenance of staff records.
Encouraging diversity through appropriate HR policies.
Inter-departmental staff training delivery.
Participating in staff discipline processes and management of conflict and bereavement.
Other related duties as may be assigned by the HR manager
Requirements for the HR Clerk Job
Over 3 year experience in HR
Membership with IHRM is a must
Disciplined person with self initiative
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Legal Officer
Qualifications for the Legal Officer Job:
A Law Degree from a recognized university (a post graduate degree in law is an added advantage),
A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education,
Admission to the Roll of Advocates with at least three (3) years post admission experience or five (5) years of extensive legal research in a relevant legal field,
Proficiency in computer applications,
Responsibilities for the Legal Officer Job
The successful candidates will perform the following functions:
Examining the detailed content of the facts and decisions of the Rama Group of Companies
Conducting extensive legal research and writing for the respective holdings of the Rama Group of Companies
Sieving management decisions to ensure they are in line with legal provisions.
Assisting the HR Manager in drafting legal correspondence for the Rama Group of Companies.
Advising management on legal risks that may threaten the organization.
Take charge of applying for any legal document required of the company.
Take charge of renewal of any legal document required of the company.
Take charge of updating any legal document required of the company
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Director of Strategic Information
The Director of SI will provide oversight for University of Maryland, Baltimore’s (UMB) Kenya programs’ monitoring and evaluation, and strengthen strategic information framework, systems and use across programs. He or she will be a part of the institution’s senior management team and will report to the Country Director.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
· Develop a strategic information framework for the organization that guides all programs
· Support project specific SI leads in developing and implementing project specific performance monitoring plans
· Develop Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (MER) framework that supports appropriate project specific baseline assessment, reporting, evaluate performance and assure reporting compliance to the plan
· Spearhead all programs’ formative, mid-term and end-term evaluations so to demonstrate accountability and impact at the end of the grant cycle
· Set-up and maintain a comprehensive and effective electronic M&E database for all program areas
· Coordinate monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual data capture, analysis and reporting for all the program indicators to UMB, MoH and donors as per requirements
· Support the program teams in generation of reports including abstracts, manuscripts for dissemination
· Manage and/or support the strategic information (SI) teams of the designated programs
· Conduct analyses from both routine and non-routine program data for Quality Improvement (QI)
· Review and improve the M&E systems and strategy in close collaboration with the program team based on lessons learnt
· Undertake any other duty as assigned
Preferred Skills
· Demonstrated hands-on practical experience setting up and managing MER systems for public health programs
· Rich understanding of PEPFAR ESoP, EPMP requisites and MER requirements including DATIM and SIMS
· Proven experience with the MoH NASCOP reporting mechanisms with both the paper-based and electronic HIS
· Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis for both quantitative and qualitative epidemiological data
· Proven experience in the development of study methodologies and use of routinely captured data for exploratory and descriptive inquiry
· Experience developing research protocols for IRB approval
· Rich experience in operations research and in the actualization of Data Demand and Information Use (DDIU)
· Experience in project management including planning, reporting writing, budgeting and business development
· Exceptional skills in M&E capacity building
· Analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to work independently and under pressure while ensuring reporting compliance to PEPFAR/CDC and the MoH
· Demonstrated ability to work with the devolved and national MoH and other PEPFAR implementing partners
· Outstanding report writing and communication skills, including oral presentation skills
· Highly-motivated and results-oriented, with remarkable interpersonal skills
· Takes initiative, has good judgment and demonstrated team leadership
· Excellent computer skills with the internet, Ms-Office, statistical data analysis packages i.e. Stata and Nvivo, Data Base Management Systems (DBMS) i.e. Epi-info and Ms-Access and spreadsheet packages i.e. Ms-Excel
Minimum Qualifications
· Holder of a Ph.D/Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, Population Studies or any other relevant field
· Minimum of ten years relevant professional experience in monitoring, evaluation and epidemiological research
· Trained (with certification as proof) in M&E, Fundamentals of Implementation Science and Communication of Population and Health Research to Policy Makers -
Reception Assistant Accountant II HR Officer Clinical Officer Senior HR Director-Co-Operative Development Medical Lab Tech Nurse III
Ref: MCG/PSB/2017/008
Reception Assistant Job Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre.
An officer at this level will undergo an induction course on the reception function which should include basic knowledge in the firefighting equipment.
The officer will work under a more senior Reception Assistant and will be required to direct and guide visitors’ passes and maintain good public relations in Government Offices.
Requirements for the Reception Assistant Job
For appointment to this grade a candidate must be in possession of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade ‘D+’ or its equivalent.
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International Bureau Administration Assistant
Role Responsibility
You will report in first instance to the International Hub Bureau Manager for the day-to-day running of the BBC Nairobi Bureau’s administration. You will support administrative affairs for all parts of BBC News group in Kenya.
In doing so, your will have to work with the IB teams, as well as local suppliers where necessary. You will be supporting the administration of strategic initiatives, and best practice in the BBC Nairobi bureau and BBC Monitoring office in Karen and will work closely with the International Hub Bureau Manager and the Editors, East Africa in Kenya, providing proactive support for planning and deployment decisions, as well as providing purchasing assistance. You will also have support from and close contact with the International Manager responsible for the Africa & Middle East region.
Within the context above, the International Bureau Administration Assistant will be responsible for timely and effective day-to-day co-operation between the Nairobi Bureau and BBC Monitoring office and the relevant authorities in Kenya, ensuring best practice in the BBC’s compliance with local regulations governing such areas as, media and employment law.
The Ideal Candidate
You will have the ability to prioritise, to use initiative and to work effectively under pressure without close supervision. An effective communicator with a range of people and at all levels of the BBC. You will be good at planning and organising skills and ensure you can meet deadlines, often under pressure. You will come with the practical knowledge and skills in using a range of packages, including Word and Excel. You will have experience of producing timely and accurate information and reports including the ability to work with attention to detail and accuracy. Experience of and ability to work flexibly and pragmatically in an operational environment.
You will have a lively interest in the broadcast news, online news and wider media environment and appreciation of the particular demands it may place on administrative work.
Excellent written and spoken English and Kiswahili is essential.
Package Description
Job Title: International Bureau Administration Assistant
Base: Nairobi Bureau
Start Date: Early April 2017
Reports to: International Hub Bureau Manager
Hours: 40 hours (including lunch hours)