Location: Location in Nairobi

  • Surgeon 

Mental Health Supervisor

    Surgeon Mental Health Supervisor

    Location: Dadaab, Dagahaley Refugee Camp
    Project Summary: The objective of our project is to provide primary and secondary level of healthcare to the Refugees in Dagahaley refugee camp. MSF provides a full package of medical care through 2 primary health care units and 1 hospital (100 beds) with 24 hour emergency and Operating Theatre.
    Health services include curative, preventative, nutritional activities and emergency preparedness and intervention with partners.
    The selected candidate will be reporting to the Hospital Director
    Start date: 1st week of April
    Package: Attractive salary package on offer with additional benefits including comprehensive health cover.
    Contract duration: 6 month fixed term contract
    Purpose: Organize and carry out surgical activities, ensure pre and post-operative surgical care, in accordance with MSF policies, protocols and universal hygiene standards and in close collaboration with medical staff in the emergency, intensive wards and operation theatre in order to improve patients’ health conditions.
    Train and capacity build the surgical competencies of the Project MDs in performing appropriate preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative emergency surgical interventions
    The job activities include but are not limited to;

    Coordinates the implementation of MSF clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols ( antibiotic prophylaxis, post-operative pain management, thrombo-prophylaxis, caesarean section, blood transfusion, etc) and recommendations (standard hygiene and sterilization rules, prevention to HIV, TB, Syphilis and Hep B exposure) in order to minimize clinical risks.
    Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and with Project MDs, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate.
    Carry out emergency and programmed surgical intervention following MSF protocols and policies including swab counts, ensuring appropriate use of surgical equipment and proper OT registry entry/documentation of all OT intervention.
    Carry out post-operative clinical care and ward rounds collaborating with the anesthetist, the Operating Theatre Nurse, MD and ward staff or other Unit
    Managers to ensure compliance with MSF protocols and rational use of medicines. Attend OPD, emergency room when required.
    Review the emergency disaster response plan of the hospital along with the anesthetist and the medical doctor and /or the responsible nurse and run role hospital practical rehearsals, in order to ensure the continuity of the services under any circumstance
    Knows and helps implement the accidental blood exposure policy.
    In collaboration with the nurse/midwife, supervise the application of surgical rules regarding preparation and work of the operating department.
    Supervision and control of surgical equipment, tools and drugs Supports other medical teams/wards when needed (i.e. midwifes and obstetric teams in the maternity ward, etc.)
    Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and with Project MDs, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate.
    Train and upgrade the emergency surgical competencies including preoperative, intraoperative and post-operative surgical care of the Medical Officers in the Project.
    In collaboration with the Anaesthetist, OT nurses and the Project MDs carry-out the collection and analysis of quantitative surgical- anaesthesia data, using post-operative observation sheets, routine data collected, patient files, operating department register, patient file, etc upload into Gecko to monitor quality.
    Monthly review data and analyse clinical trends and comment on adverse events / poor clinical outcome. Support organizing the operating program and with OT staff monitor use of material and equipment and advice on instrument needs and coordinates patient referral.
    Introduction and supervision of protocols for the surgical cases referrals.
    Develop a system for following up patients referred to other institutions for further management
    Plan, evaluate, and supervise the training of the staff (Project MD and OT nurse) in order to ensure the amount of knowledge required and to improve people diagnosing, triage, and early detection capabilities.
    Conduct case reviews, mortality audits and near miss audits in the surgical department.
    Prepare monthly situation reports of the program and send the report to the MTL and HD.
    Conduct a bimonthly evaluation of the surgical competencies of the Project MDs and report and give feedback to the HMT, MTL and Medical Coordinator.
    Conduct an End evaluation and capitalization report of the program with the MTL and HD and send the report to the Medical Coordinator
    Chair the Infection Prevention Committee and initiate and implement strategies with a view to Reducing post op sepsis.

    Education: Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery with a specialization in MMed Surg
    Experience: Surgical experience as stated in surgical CV/skill form (number of independently per-formed surgical interventions) corresponds with the surgeries that are performed in the mission and qualification is duly certified and verified. Desirable experience with MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries.
    Languages: Essential, mission language; local working language would be an asset.
    Competencies

    People Management.
    Commitment.
    Flexibility.
    Results.
    Teamwork.

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  • Reservations Assistant

    Reservations Assistant

    Job summary 

    This Reservation Assistant role will work within the reservations team to deliver service-level excellence for PEAK DMC.  The role will initially be responsible for supporting the migration from current systems to Travel Studio –including loading existing suppliers and services.
    Who are you?

    Be passionate about travel, personable and self-motivated
    An understanding of and a passion for PEAK’s style of travel, including the styles of our different brands.
    Strong written and spoken communicate skills in English
    Strong computer and IT system skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
    Experience with ticketing and other reservations processes
    Experience with a reservations system is advantageous
    Able to relax and have fun at work with the team and still meet objectives

    What will you be doing?
    Once operational the role will be making bookings and confirmations with suppliers of all accommodation, transportation and required activities on trips in the region.  This will include Intrepid Group product as well as external group series and FIT trips as scheduled.  This role also assists the manager in continually improving reservations processes and use of the system (Travel Studio). 
    Applications close 9 April 2018

  • Medical Sales Representative

    Medical Sales Representative

    Job description

    Promote/sell from new and existing customers through formulating and maintaining sound relationship.
    Conduct presentations and follow up calls to clients with regards to product already purchased and new products on the market.
    Generate monthly cost control report.
    The Medical Representative is responsible for creating and developing the maximum profitable sales of all company products that may reasonably be achieved in the assigned sales territory through regular and aggressive coverage of all professional contacts and sales outlets.
    Build and maintain good will with the medical community, hospitals, other health centers, and sales outlets so as to gain maximum understanding and acceptance of company products and policies.

  • Marketing Coordinator

    Marketing Coordinator

    Job description
    We are currently seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support our corporate marketing team.
    Requirements Include:

    A Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing
    Minimum of 2 years experience
    An ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environment
    Great communication and writing skills
    Must be a detail-oriented person

    Deadline for application – 6th April 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Qualitative Field Interviewers

    Qualitative Field Interviewers

    Minimum Requirements:

    Have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) certificate, with a minimum grade of C+.
    Experience working in Informal settings. Experience working in the Nairobi Urban Health Demographic Surveillance system (NUHDSS) is an added advantage.
    Resident of Korogocho and Viwandani will be an added advantage.
    Have proven experience in research work (quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, and report writing). Possessing both skills is an added advantage
    2 years’ experience in fieldwork preferred
    Experience working with large health survey programs; Experience in maternal, newborn and child health is an added advantage.
    Be familiar with and proficient in computer applications including use of MS Excel, MS Word
    Familiarity and proficiency in using smart phones and/electronic gadgets for quantitative data collection especially use of Open Data Kit (ODK) or Survey CTO
    Be prepared to work full time on the project for the duration of the baseline study.
    Possess strong interpersonal, team work, communication (written and oral) and facilitation skills.
    Be fluent in English and Kiswahili.
    Be willing to work outside normal business hours.

    Responsibilities

    Conduct interviews on all recruited respondents and assigned work.
    Complete, edit and submit all assigned interviews for cross-checking and verification by the supervisor.
    Keep updated records and databases of assigned work.
    Safeguard all assigned project equipment.
    Other related activities, assigned by the supervisor and project manager.
    Attend and participate in all projects related meetings. Timely reporting of project related issues to the Team Leader for quick and effective troubleshooting.

  • Assistant Transport Manager 

Operations Manager

    Assistant Transport Manager Operations Manager

    Requirements

    Should have a degree in Business related studies.
    Diploma in Fleet Management will be an added advantage.
    Aged between 35-45 years.
    Have at least five years relevant experience in transport administration in a busy organization.
    Be ready to travel out of Nairobi occasionally.
    Must have good interpersonal skills and be a good team player.

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  • Developer 

Network and System Security Administrator 

Database Administrator

    Developer Network and System Security Administrator Database Administrator

    Job Ref. Code KUCCPS 035/18
    Reporting to the Manager, ICT, the officer is responsible for supporting the Placement Service’s business systems and shall also work closely with other departments by advising and providing technical support to determine the best course of action for their IT systems.
    Key Responsibilities

    Analysing needs, developing and implementing business and computer systems solutions to keep our systems current with changing technologies;
    Analysing current programs including performance, diagnosis and troubleshooting of problem programs, and designing solutions to problematic programming;
    Document code consistently throughout the development process by listing a description of the program, special instructions, and any changes made in database tables or procedures;
    Supporting the network administration in designing, installing, operating and maintaining information systems technology including local and wide area networks and associated peripheral devices;
    Supporting database services to ensure the highest standards of availability, resilience, integrity, security and performance as required by the Placement Service and other dependent business systems;
    Create new network user accounts, alter user system details and remove past user accounts and ensure all servers are backed up correctly and to carry out regular test restores;

    Minimum Requirements
    For appointment to this position, a candidate must:

    Have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in relevant work in the Public Service or in the Private Sector;
    Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
    Have experience and training in PHP, Python, MySQL and related Open Source Technologies additional knowledge in Oracle certificate or other related or equivalent qualifications; and
    Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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  • Marketing Activations Manager

    Marketing Activations Manager

    Job description
    Purpose Statement
    Your Responsibilities:

    Accountable for accelerated share, sales and profit growth for assigned brand portfolios over 3>1 plan.
    Develop growth strategy of the East Africa CH business for assigned brands through adaptation and adoption of global category and brand strategies.
    Partner with Category & Area marketing teams to deliver winning marketing and innovation plans for East Africa based on actionable commercial, competitor and consumer insight to drive East Africa brand share and equity ahead of competition
    Accountable for brand performance tracking for assigned portfolios across East Africa and recommend remedial action
    Partner with Area Marketing manager and other functional stakeholders (e.g. Finance, Regulatory and GMS) to ensure co-delivery of Winning Formula and commercial goals
    Share best practice across the Africa Area
    Ensure compliance with global category guidelines and local regulatory requirements

    Essential Job Responsibilities

    Build category defining brands our consumers will love
    Develop actionable local insights (consumer, shopper, expert and competitor) that build on Africa insight to generate locally relevant Task Maps driving focus at LOC
    Ensure the Brand Heart is brought to life and consistently activated across all touch points to build long term brand equity
    Identify investment priorities with appropriate mix between advertising and in-store efforts in collaboration with sales channel, Area marketing and category management.
    Develop winning creative briefs and lead co-creation with agency partners to adapt global creative executions by exception addressing validated local insights and improving ROI
    Deliver excellence in commercial delivery to become first choice for shoppers, customers and experts
    Develop winning Market Activation Plans (MAPs) in the context of the trade and competitor environment in partnership Area Marketing teams.
    Define optimal channel focus and mix, and develop inspiring activation toolkits (to include key visuals, promotion and activation guidelines) to drive winning LOC execution
    Contribute to the development of the shopper strategy, driving LOC teams to win the war in the store with powerful visibility for our brands in the ‘last metre’ across modern, traditional, pharmacy & expert channels
    Collaborate on expert marketing strategies to strengthen “expert recommended” differentiation for relevant brands
    Use science and innovation to improve lives
    Recommend innovation plans across East Africa markets
    Brilliant in-market execution of new product launches using global launch models and best practice
    Validate, localize and consistently deploy winning claims working closely with Area Marketing, Category, regulatory, medical and activation teams
    Deliver high quality products and service at the right time and cost
    Work with Supply Chain partners to optimize gross margins and COG‘s
    Deliver complexity reduction and value engineering initiatives to simplify supply chain and remove cost
    Manage assigned brand portfolio to maximize sales and profit for GSK
    Work with Finance to analyze the P&L and identify the impact of alternative actions
    Shape talent and culture by living our values and developing our people in a high performance culture
    Build one Africa mindset and cross functional team for brand
    Leverage Marketing Way as “the way GSK does marketing”
    Share best practice with LOC team members and Area Marketing.
    Have regular field visits with in-market sales and activation teams
    Live the GSK values & behaviors and compliance with all GSK codes of practice.
    Impact measurement in driving business to first and best FMCH
    Responsible for tracking brand equities and recommending remedial action
    Innovation planning, sequencing, implementation planning, tracking and learning

    Competencies

    (Expertise and Knowledge) Briefly describe HOW the level of knowledge required for this role is applied / used within the role. Provide examples
    Strategic Thinking: Role will directly develop strategic application of Africa CH Category tools & approaches into “fit for Africa” approach
    Communication Evaluation & Development: Role will use GSK and leading industry practices to evaluate fit-for-use communication approaches, and where required guide development of “East Africa-specific” Integrated Marketing programs
    Financial Planning & P&L approach: role will optimize investments and profitability of brand X packs X markets to recommend best financial approach across A&P investment, pricing strategies to help deliver the East Africa level P&L for the category
    Measuring & Tracking: Role will directly identify appropriate projects for measuring and also key criteria for tracking execution of the same as well as delivery against business goals
    Leadership: role will directly interact with General Manager, multiple Category Team stakeholders, Area marketing and sales teams to inspire confidence in strategy and drive aligned delivery
    Ability to Influence: collaborate across shopper / insights / brand / category / expert / regulatory / GMS teams to rollout ‘best for Africa’ solutions irrespective of point of origin.
    Lead through adversity: role will require high level of resilience and flexible thinking to respond to challenging external environment that Africa presents. In addition, ability to deliver results fast in a changing internal environment where new ways of working need to be established and resistance may be met
    Problem Solving & Innovation
    Briefly describe the level of problem solving that the role requires and provide examples of why. Consider the difficulty of the problems to be solved and the extent to which judgment and analysis must be exercised.
    High degree of judgment and analysis will be required in the role, for example:
    Trading off purist/data-led approaches versus being pragmatic to overcome specific in-country issues
    Driving responsiveness of plans based on competitive dynamics as well as P&L requirements
    Interaction
    Briefly describe the nature of interaction that the role requires. Consider the interpersonal and communications skills typically required by the job, the extent to which the job requires cooperation and tact in dealing with others both inside and outside the organization, and the complexity of that interaction.
    The role will interact with a very wide cross-section across seniority and functions in GSK CH ( LOC LTs, Area-market teams) across Marketing, Sales, GMS, Regulatory, Legal, Finance
    In addition, the roles will be ambassadors for GSK with external agency leadership and teams.
    Impact
    Briefly describe the level of Impact that the role requires. Consider the impact this role has on business objectives, the sphere of influence and the required level of personal impact. Indicate whether impact is on a single or multiple areas of the business. At what level of the organization does this role operate?
    Provide examples
    The role will actively contribute to the performance of the LOC Marketing Team.
    The role needs to span frequent interactions with Country Commercial leaders, Area Marketing Managers with periodic connections with Category Teams.
    The role holder must influence and motivate LOC activation, expert, regulatory, shopper & channel sales teams to activate plans with excellence.

    Why You?Basic qualifications:

    University degree
    Formal training in Sales and Marketing

    Work Experience
    7-10 years of work experience in similar field

  • Project Management Officer

    Project Management Officer

    Job description
    Ref.: 2018/010/NRS/KE/SSA
    Key Responsibilities
    This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and report to the Head of Project Management Unit (Located in Nairobi, Kenya). This position will also assist in ensuring that project staff follow CIP policies and procedures while adhering to donor rules and regulations while acting as the liaison between project field offices and Kenya-based interdepartmental teams to ensure projects are successful. The job requires travel to field sites (up to 25% of time).
    Project Management Officer The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an experienced Project Management Officer to work directly with CIP Leaders and help them to execute worldwide projects and ensure they deliver on-time, within the applicable scope and budget. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. If you enjoy working with other professionals dedicated to achieving food security, we encourage you to apply. About the role:

    Project implementation and compliance: Serve as primary point of contact for project operations during and after the life of the project; Deliver and maintain professional working relationships with internal clients and other project partners and ensure resource availability and allocation.
    Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor progress against project output and provide feedback as needed; Measure project performance using appropriate tools and dispatched to donors’ representatives; Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
    Knowledge Management: Organize and maintain shared knowledge ports (KM Hub, websites) to communicate relevant project information throughout the organization; Liaise with donors and customers to exchange necessary project information.
    Team Management: Contributes to performance evaluation and development of staff; Supports the Head of PMU in gathering and analyzing data through statistical analysis and writing reports that can offer management effective solutions for projects.What we are looking for?
    Bachelor’s degree in in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field. Master’s degree in Development, Administration and/or
    Project Management, will be desirable.
    At least 6 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
    Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel.
    Advanced Knowledge in software solutions (ERP)
    Proficiency in project management software tools.
    Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili
    Recognized as results-oriented team player who is adaptable to changing business needs and capable of contributing to the team’s success effectiveness.

    Why should you consider this opportunity?

    CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the- art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
    CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
    CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

    What are the conditions?
    The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenyan nationals and permanent residents. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal.

  • Finance & Administrative Officer

    Finance & Administrative Officer

    Job description
    GRADE LEVEL: 3
    FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
    REPORTS TO: SAFE Initiative Center Manager
    Position Summary
    The Finance & Administration Officer will be responsible for the administrative and financial support of IREX/Kenya and the SAFE Initiative including financial reporting, procurement, payment processing, logistics, and operations. In coordination with the IREX/Kenya Finance Manager and the SAFE Center Manager, the Finance & Administration Officer will support the program staff in preparing financial reports, maintaining currency flow control, office administration, and purchasing.
    Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
    General Duties & Responsibilities

    Finance

    Assist in implementing financial policies and procedures.
    Assist in maintaining financial systems including internal controls and funds management.
    Assist in establishing, maintaining, and reconciling the office ledger.
    Assist in preparing and reconciling bank statements and accounts.
    Ensure transactions are properly recorded and reported through the Quick Books accounting software system.
    Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and transaction reports.
    Maintain computerized accounting systems and records.
    Maintain and monitor active accounts to ensure accurate records of project funds.
    Prepare and process payments.
    Prepare payment reconciliations.
    Submit monthly financial reports to senior staff members.
    Prepare financial forecasts.
    Process all VAT returns and reporting.
    Prepare expense reports for IREX office and project staff.
    Maintain financial files and records;
    Ensure compliance with donor and IREX policies and procedures as well as local law in all IREX expenditures.
    Ensure compliance with donor and IREX policies and procedures as well as local law in all contracts, agreements, and sub agreements before they are signed, including but not limited to selection procedures; documentation requirements, compliance with approval authorizations and authorization levels.

    Administration

    Coordinate and direct administrative support functions.
    Provide support for event logistics and payments as required.
    Manage staff leave tracking and as required, assist in maintaining the office payroll records, and employee payments.
    Overall management of project vendors including timely payment.
    Manage office inventory and supplies purchase.
    Manage office facilities and lease, and office maintenance.
    Manage office insurance.
    Maintain financial files and records.
    Manage office petty cash.
    Manage procurement in compliance with donor polices and IREX regulations.
    Perform other related duties as required.

    Skills And Experience

    Legal Resident of Kenya with Authorization to Work.
    University experience; in possession of a degree/diploma in the field of Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
    Experience with the Quick Books accounting software package preferred.
    Knowledge and experience managing office financial and administrative environments.
    Knowledge and experience with Kenyan local tax and reporting process.
    Experience working with US government funding.
    Professional commitment and work ethic.
    3 years of experience and knowledge of relevant tasks is preferred.
    3 years working with NGOs in finance and administration is preferred.
    Strong command of English, both speaking and writing.

    Physical Demands
    Tasks involve some physical effort, i.e. some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (2.5-5 kg.); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of office equipment. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard.Extended period of sitting at a workstation or desk. Manual dexterity to work efficiently on a computer keyboard.
    Task requires:

    Sound perception and discrimination
    Visual perception and discrimination
    Oral communications

    Work Environment
    All employees are responsible for their own safety, as well as that of others in the workplace. To help us maintain a safe workplace, everyone must be safety-conscious at all times. This position is performed in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Safe use of IREX equipment, as well as safe practices while on IREX property is essential.
    Disability Specifications
    IREX will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments of 2008.