Jobs Kenya

Location: Location in Embu

  • Phlebotomist

    Phlebotomist

    Roles:

    phlebotomy
    Customer service
    Basic Marketing

    Requirements:

    Diploma in medical laboratory technology
    Must be registered by KMLTTB with current practicing license
    At least 3 years working experience from a reputable and busy laboratory phlebotomy reception
    Must be familiar with and understand te ISO: 15189
    Good computer skills

    Prospective applicants should send their CV, education/training certificates and valid driving licence to hr@pathcarekenya.com by 12th August 2023.

    Apply via :

    hr@pathcarekenya.com

  • Insurance Unit Manager

    Insurance Unit Manager

    We are recruiting for a client who is INSURANCE INDUSTRY, based in EMBU.

    We are looking for a positive, energetic, self-driven and an enthusiastic INSURANCE INDUSTRY with proven track record to join our team.

    Qualifications

    DIPLOMA/DEGREE in Insurance and sales
    Certificate of proficiency is a MUST.
    Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
    Proficiency in English and Kiswahili
    Track record of over-achieving sales quota
    Solid communication and interpersonal skills
    2 years with proof of major achievement in the same position.
    Friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality
    Basic administration skills
    KCSE Certificate
    Computer literate

    Applicants are encouraged to apply through jobs@peoplelink.co.ke Candidates should write their area of preference on the subject line.Application deadline is urgentOnly shortlisted shall be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobs@peoplelink.co.ke

  • Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Embu Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Kajiado Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Kisumu Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Nairobi

    Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Embu Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Kajiado Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Kisumu Data Enumerators/ Research Assistants- Nairobi

    Role Purpose :
    The Research Assistants will work directly with the supervisors to collect data during different research and evaluation studies and any other data entry job within Kisumu County while called upon. The successful candidates will be retained in our roster database for a period of one-year renewable subject to performance. The engagement will be on need basis.

    Key Areas of Accountability :

    Working with communities where the studies will be implemented to mobilize community members targeted during the interviews using appropriate channels. 
    Conducting both qualitative and quantitative interviews (FGDs, KIIs, In-depth interviews and household assessments) for various studies and assessment. 
    Collating data from all the tools and working with supervisors to ensure that data collected is of high quality 
    Working with (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) MEAL team to troubleshoot data collection tools 
    Submitting all data through the provided platforms, that include KoBo and CommCare and other survey forms as guided by the supervisor. 
    Support in Office Clerical work at the support departments. 
    Submitting daily field reports on progress to the supervisor during catch up meetings. 
    Reporting any child protection/ safeguarding issue encountered during the assessment/study. 

    BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

    Accountability:

    Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

    Ambition:

    Sets ambitious and challenging goals for self and education team  
    Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
    Future orientated, thinks strategically 

    Collaboration and Collaboration:

    Establish good working relationship with BOMs, teachers and target communities members 
    Build and maintain effective relationships with the education team, other colleagues, members and external partners and supporters

    Creativity:

    Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions as per the country strategy 
    Willing to take disciplined risks

    Integrity:

    Honest, encourages openness and transparency

    Qualifications: 

    Possession of a recognized diploma in a relevant field or a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., social sciences, development studies, public health, IT, statistics, biostatistics) or equivalent experience is an added advantage.
    Strong research experience in both qualitative and quantitative research (focus group discussions, in-depth    interviews and key informant interviews) 
    Experience using information communication technology (ICT) with reputable research organizations/NGOs  will be an added advantage 
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili both written and oral. 
    Excellent communication and interpersonal and report writing skills. 
    Applicants must be a resident of either of the following counties: Embu, Kajiado, Kisumu, Nairobi.
    Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
    Knowledge and experience in health systems and community structures is preferable. 
    Local understanding of geographical context and Language will be added advantage. 
    Background information: 
    Save the children International employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  

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    Apply via :

    kenya.savethechildren.net

  • Internal Audit Assistant Head Office ( Support) Intern-ships . Loan Officer Internships

    Internal Audit Assistant Head Office ( Support) Intern-ships . Loan Officer Internships

    Duty Station:

    Head office in Embu ( With frequent  travel to branch offices)

    Reporting To:

    Internal Audit Manager

    Department:

    Internal Audit

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

    Completed CPA part 2 and a business-related degree
    Should be 25 years and above
    At least 2 years’ experience in an internal audit department of a financial institution preferably the Microfinance sector
    Have a minimum of grade B at KCSE
    Should be a person of high integrity, bold and decisive, with good interpersonal skills, a team player.
    Hold a valid certificate of good conduct ( mandatory)
    Proficiency in data analysis tools like Excel and Power BI. 
    Excellent verbal and written communication

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Participate in monitoring and evaluation of compliance with organizational procedures and regulations.
    Keep track of actual expenditure against budget allocations.
    Assist in verifying accuracy of records by carrying out actual stock-taking
    Participate in Audit investigations
    Participate in assessing the efficacy of existing controls, systems processes and procedures by subjecting them to weakness tests.
    Work with senior officers to re-examine and amend as necessary the existing safeguards and standards to make them more full proof
    Assist seniors to compile and submit reports on reconciliation and evaluation aspects of organizational assets.
    Maintain internal audit working paper files.
    File documents in the department.
    Maintain registers used in the department.
    Coordinate dispatches from the department.
    Any other duties as assigned

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    Use the emails(s) below to apply How to Submit Your ApplicationPoints to noteApplication deadline is 15th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.erecruitment.bimaskenya.com

  • Professor – Procurement and Supplies Management Professor -Computer Science Professor – Nursing

    Professor – Procurement and Supplies Management Professor -Computer Science Professor – Nursing

    Persons’ specifications
    Applicants must be holders of an earned PhD degree in the relevant area of specialty. In addition, applicants must:

    Have at least twelve (12) years of university teaching experience, three (3) of which as full time Associate Professor;
    Have at least sixty (60) publication points, forty (40) of which are from articles in refereed scholarly journals since being appointed Associate Professor;
    Have successfully supervised to completion at least six (6) Masters and two (2) PhD students since being appointed Associate Professor;
    Show evidence of successfully securing at least two (2) research grants since being appointed Associate Professor;
    Show evidence of attendance and contribution of learned conferences, seminars or workshops;
    Show evidence of active participation/leadership in university activities; and
    Show evidence of continued research.

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    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  Visit the University of Embu website; www.embuni.ac.ke, select the Job Application Portal and fill in your details as guided; and Submit one (1) hard copy application package (with job reference number clearly marked on the envelope) with the following;Note: Applicants who do not submit one (1) hard copy of the application package will not be considered. 
     
    Other Requirements The Vice-Chancellor, 
    University of Embu, 
    P.O. Box 6-60100, Embu, 
    Kenya. 
     
    Note: University of Embu is an equal opportunity employer.

    Apply via :

    vc@embuni.ac.ke

  • Professor – Procurement and Supplies Management Professor – Nursing Professor – Community Health Professor – Public Health Professor – Criminology and Security Management Professor – Computer Science Professor – Law Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Procurement and Supplies Management Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Nursing Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Community Health Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Public Health Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Criminology and Security Management Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Computer Science Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Law Lecturer – Procurement and Supplies Management Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Nursing Lecturer – Community Health Lecturer – Public Health Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Criminology and Security Management Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Computer Science Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Law

    Professor – Procurement and Supplies Management Professor – Nursing Professor – Community Health Professor – Public Health Professor – Criminology and Security Management Professor – Computer Science Professor – Law Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Procurement and Supplies Management Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Nursing Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Community Health Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Public Health Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Criminology and Security Management Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Computer Science Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer – Law Lecturer – Procurement and Supplies Management Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Nursing Lecturer – Community Health Lecturer – Public Health Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Criminology and Security Management Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Computer Science Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow – Law

    (UoEm/SBE/08/2023)

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
    PROFESSOR – GRADE 15
    Applicants must be holders of an earned PhD degree in the relevant area of specialty. In addition, applicants must:

    Have at least twelve (12) years of university teaching experience, three (3) of which as full time Associate Professor;
    Have at least sixty (60) publication points, forty (40) of which are from articles in refereed scholarly journals since being appointed Associate Professor;
    Have successfully supervised to completion at least six (6) Masters and two (2) PhD students since being appointed Associate Professor;
    Show evidence of successfully securing at least two (2) research grants since being appointed Associate Professor;
    Show evidence of attendance and contribution of learned conferences, seminars or workshops;
    Show evidence of active participation/leadership in university activities; and
    Show evidence of continued research. 

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    . Visit the University of Embu website; www.embuni.ac.ke, select the Job Application Portal and fill in your details as guided; and Submit one (1) hard copy application package (with job reference number clearly marked on the envelope) with the following;Note:Other RequirementsThe Vice-Chancellor,
    University of Embu,
    P.O. Box 6-60100, Embu,
    Kenya.Note:
    i. Only qualified and shortlisted applicants will be contacted;
    ii. Successful candidates for Grade 12 and above will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;
    iii. Persons with disability are encouraged to apply; and
    iv. University of Embu does not levy any fees for job application 

    Apply via :

    vc@embuni.ac.ke

  • Technical Assistant III – Field and Laboratory

    Technical Assistant III – Field and Laboratory

    Key Responsibilities  

    Purpose

    Provide support in the day-to-day operations of experiments and research activities, including preparation of materials, setting trials in the field/screenhouse/greenhouse/laboratory, from seeding, harvesting to seed processing to ensure that research standards of quality assurance are met
    Perform specific procedures related to experiments/research studies (e.g. preparation of hydroponic solutions for screening, setting of field trials, monitor pests and diseases, maintain seed supply of experimental material, taking measurements for growth and yield assessments to quantify effects of abiotic stresses etc. in field and greenhouse trials)
    Compile and review sample collection for processing

    Engagement

    Provide timely support to contract workers in the field/screenhouse/greenhouse/laboratory to ensure smooth operations and efficiency-monitoring.
    Provide support for training of scholars, farmers, extension workers and interns to ensure maximum and effective transfer of knowledge

    Delivery

    Actively contribute to the maintenance and organization of the field/screenhouse/greenhouse/laboratory as required by the institute protocols including maintaining supply inventory, cleanliness, orderliness and safety in the laboratory and other workspaces, preparation of commonly used solutions/materials, inventory and requests for chemicals and other supplies as well as waste disposal
    Maintain stock of seeds of commonly used genotypes and populations, and provide basic data on stored germplasm

    Requirements

    Diploma in the Agriculture with 2 years of relevant work experience
    Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel) or other softwares
    Experience in rice production and practices of plant breeding in rice
    Experience with field data collection, sample processing and archiving
    Understanding of health and safety in the workplace and good working practices
    Good oral and written communication skills
    Good interpersonal skills Ability to ride a motorcycle on the field and have a valid license for this category or be willing to learn it
    Knowledgeable in milling rice samples, grading, post-harvest handling and working in a grain quality lab will be considered an asset

    Apply via :

    www.ilri.org