Jobs Kenya

Location: Location in Nairobi

  • Director, Surgical Services, Business Development and Operations Manager

    Director, Surgical Services, Business Development and Operations Manager

    Ref No: 10/003
    Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Director, Surgical Services will be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and efficient patient-family centered care through the continuum of surgical services to include outpatient surgery unit, surgical wards, preoperative unit, operating room, post anesthesia care unit, sterile processing department and anesthesia services.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Create and convey the mission and vision of surgical service in line with the hospitals Mission, Vision and Values.
    Formulate departmental goals and objective in collaboration with key department leaders to direct departments activities and goals
    Assist surgical services personnel in evaluating practice and creating strategies for further improvement.
    Facilitate or serve as a member of multidisciplinary team in surgical services planning of patient care.
    Prepare annual capital, operational and staffing budgets in collaboration with CNO, department chair and section heads to meet department goals.

    Requirements:
     
    Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Health Administration (MHA) or Health Management (MHM).
     
    The incumbent should have a minimum of Ten (10) years’ surgical services experience of which 5 are in an operating room.
     
    S/he should be have a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate and have a current practice license.
    Business Development and Operations Manager Ref No: 10/004
    Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, Outreach Division, the Operations and Business Development Manager will seek to identify new industry openings, the development of proposals for potential business sites through the expert negotiations, implement revenue enhancement strategies for all outreach centres as well as manage the day to day operation activities of the centres.

    Other responsibilities include:

    Planning and budgeting whilst overseeing the overall financial management for the designated centers;
    Manage cost and internal controls for resources of designated centers;
    Participate in the Institutional sales and operations goals;
    Locate and propose potential business sites by contacting potential partners whilst discovering and exploring opportunities;
    Develop negotiating strategies and positions;
    Provide leadership to the employees in the various centres to ensure business goals are achieved.

    Requirements:
     
    Applicants must have a Master’s degree in a business related field or equivalent.
     
    The incumbent should have a minimum 3 years’ experience in a health care institution with a marketing orientation. S /he should have strong business acumen, presentation and negotiation skills.

  • Program Coordinator

    Program Coordinator

    Job Desccription
    OBJECTIVE
    The Program Coordinator will assist the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), and the Chief of Party (COP), in managing the project through effective tracking of the implementation progress of the Pool of In-Kind Activities (PIKA) portfolio, PIKA design pipeline and support for the overall delivery of the project. The Program Coordinator will act as surge program management capacity to the team and will support the transition and/or onboarding of the new Field Coordinators, Program Development Officers (PDOs) and Grants Manager. The Program Coordinator will support the field offices through regular visits and implementation of the overall direction of the project.
    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

    Support the DCOP in providing surge capacity to the program team in field offices.
    Support the COP and DCOP in the overall strategic guidance and technical leadership, ensuring effective development of PIKA and Grant Under Contract (GUC) activities, including project formulation and implementation.
    Track progress of the implementation of the PIKA portfolio, through various trackers and through regular conversations with the program team. Coordinate relevant support of implementation processes from the Nairobi office, in consultation with the COP and DCOP.
    Provide support to the Senior Management Team (SMT team), including COP, DCOP, Procurement Director, Operations Manager and Director of Engineering, in the tracking of the action points from the SMT meetings and priorities.
    Lead national program initiatives, guiding the Field Coordinator for national grants and coordination of the activities. For example, coordination with the relevant ministries, the media and communication work, as well as sorting out the implementation bottlenecks. Examples of the national initiatives include, though are not limited to: Mogadishu International Book Fair, Women’s Basketball Tournaments, women’s cultural festival, etc.
    Provide programing guidance, and On-the-Job Training (OJT) support to the new Field Coordinators, Grants Manager, PDOs and Program Activity Specialists (PAS).
    Support the DCOP in contributing to and/or leading the programming inputs into the annual work plans and quarterly reports.
    Track end-date of the PIKAs and alert the responsible field coordinator to act accordingly for all program documentation and close-out requirements.
    Liaise with the Somali government, including maintaining national-level relationships and forming new ones, as appropriate.
    Contribute to project deliverables such as, success stories, quarterly reports, annual reports and annual work plans.
    Mentor, guide and supervise staff, at the request of the DCOP and COP, through regular field visits.
    Perform other duties as assigned by the DCOP and/or COP.

    REPORTING AND WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
    The Program Coordinator will report to the Deputy Chief of Party and will travel a significant amount of time (up to 50%) in Somalia
    Minimum Requirements

    Must have at least three years’ experience in activity design and administration, management and oversight.
    Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in peace building, conflict management, social
    sciences, international development, international relations/affairs, business, management, political science, law, or other related field.
    Familiarity with US Government procurement policies and procedures.
    Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
    Experience managing multiple, quick-impact activities at the same time.
    Prior work experience in fragile state contexts.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Previous USAID experience

    What We Offer
    AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It’s a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world’s most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It’s a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It’s what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • Kindergarten Teacher, Lower & Upper Primary Teachers

    Kindergarten Teacher, Lower & Upper Primary Teachers

    The Board of M M Shah and M V Shah Academy seeks suitable candidates for the above posts in line with the Academy’s growing demands.
    The Academy is a well-established private institute in Mombasa, offering KG to Primary Education following the 8-4-4 Curriculum.
     
    The School has over 900 learners.
     
    For the posts of Lower & Upper Primary Teachers you will hold the following minimum qualifications:

    P1 certificate level
    TSC Registration
    3 years minimum experience
    Training in guidance and counselling/special needs would be an added advantage.
    Experience in Thematic approach to teaching and learning would be highly desirable.

    For Upper Primary post, experience of teaching examination class would be an advantage.  
    For the post of Kindergarten Teacher you will hold the following minimum qualifications:

    TSC Registration required
    3 years minimum experience
    A Diploma in ECDE/ Montessori would be an added advantage.
    Experience in Thematic Approach and Jolly Phonics would be highly desirable.

  • Gender Advisor

    Gender Advisor

    Job Description
    Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Party, the Gender Advisor will be responsible for integrating gender into policy, culture, service delivery and in other elements of programming. This includes implementing activities related to the influence of gender norms and sociocultural practices on FP/RMNCAH, nutrition and WASH programming, including in the areas of prevention and management of SGBV. Advisor will also liaise with other staff and county teams at the health facility and community levels to identify and implement activities to address the gaps and obstacles related to optimum uptake of FP/RMNCAH, nutrition and WASH and mainstream gender into programming.
    Please include three references with your application.

    Provide oversight to implementation and coordination of interventions for gender mainstreaming within project interventions
    Provide leadership to develop tools for organizational gender audit and gender analysis at the county level
    Provide leadership during gender analysis and the development and implementation of gender action plan being guided by specific sociocultural contexts
    Provide leadership in the design of gender and SGBV community sensitization activities through adaptation of existing BCC materials to transform norms
    Provide leadership during development and systematic implementation of monitoring and reporting framework for interventions for the gender mainstreaming and prevention and management of SGBV
    Build the capacity of HCWs on gender mainstreaming and integration targeting staff and partners as well as on SGBV prevention and management using a multi-sectoral approach
    Provide leadership on program learning for gender related interventions, including the development of scientifically and ethically sound research proposals and study tools, data management, advocacy plans and dissemination of research findings through multiple channels including abstracts for conferences and manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed scientific journals
    Provide technical support to staff, sub-grantees and other stakeholders including government agencies to assess and analyze the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of existing efforts in integrating gender within their policies around FP/RMNCAH, nutrition and WASH
    Contribute to the development and/or adaptation of national and international policies on SGBV to the local context
    Provide leadership during development of project proposals, concept notes and publications on gender mainstreaming and SGBV interventions
    Lead the preparation of annual work plans and project reports on the gender element of the project as per donor regulations
    Participate in presentation of reports to the donor on project implementation related to gender norms
    Document and share with the donor and other stakeholders lessons learned during implementation of gender interventions
    Develop technical and scientific capacity of staff within the project and MOH
    Provide guidance, mentorship and supervision of line staff
    Actively participate the resource mobilization as required
    Experience working within the devolved health system in Kenya
    Advanced degree in degree in social science, social work, public health

    Job Requirement

    7+ years’ first-hand experience in gender mainstreaming and/or SGBV programming
    Knowledge of current global and regional public health debates on gender interventions
    Proven experience and skills in research and advocacy and writing high quality donor reports
    Proven experience working with local/national governments and capacity building of systems, partners and staff
    Ability to extensively travel for project monitoring and provide on-site technical support to field teams
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an multicultural and matrix management environment with people from diverse backgrounds
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
    Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
    Excellent verbal, written interpersonal and presentation skills in English
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

  • Chief Actuary / Senior Actuary – (Insurance / Risk / Long Term / General / Product Development)

    Chief Actuary / Senior Actuary – (Insurance / Risk / Long Term / General / Product Development)

    Reference: TJH Job Description:
    Our client, a leading financial services institution is seeking a senior fully Qualified Actuary to join their team. Responsibilities:

    To apply actuarial disciplines to enable analysis, monitoring and commentary on trends in factors that directly or indirectly impact the liabilities of the company.
    Conduct experience investigations for the purpose of valuations, product development, risk management and management information.
    Report on profitability, capital adequacy and ensure the business operates on a financially sound basis.
    Set up appropriate technical provisions for insurance liabilities.
    Proactively identify and provide insight on issues / opportunities that detract / enhance embedded value and value of new business creation to enable an informed business response to address emerging issues.
    Develop capability to perform on-going monitoring and ad hoc investigations to answer questions from the business to support decision making and prioritisation.
    Lead and inspire innovation and transformation in the actuarial Management of the business
    Guide the company to respond proactively to regulatory changes and other external factors that have a direct impact on the Actuarial management of the business.
    Proactively manage actuarial stakeholders both internal and external including the appointed actuaries and the auditors.
    Integrate the actuarial practice of the company with the Group actuarial standards and practice subject to complying with local in-country regulations and guidance.
    Advise senior management and the Board with regard  to actuarial policies, underwriting, investments, reinsurance and overall risk management of the business
    Supervise and develop staff to achieve a highly productive and motivated team.
    Develop and implement people capacity plans in line with delivery and performance  objectives, on budget and in partnership with specialised area

      Requirements: Qualification and Skill

    An  Actuarial Science degree
    Qualified Actuary
    Member of a recognized actuarial body
    MBA will be an added advantage     
    10 years post qualification experience, within various actuarial environments (valuations, product development, risk management), or financial services or risk management roles with at least 5 years at a senior managerial level.
    Actuarial calculations (reserves, embedded values, tax, unit pricing, statistics, experience investigations)
    Knowledge of relevant  regulatory requirements (IRA,  Companies Act, Income Tax)
    Insurance/financial Industry trends and best practice
    Company finance and budget process and procedure
    Knowledge of insurance products
    Economic understanding
    Risk awareness

  • Technical Manager

    Technical Manager

    Roles and Responsibilities

    Act as a team leader to the technical team. Supervising technical team and giving progress reports to senior managers and customers.
    In charge of office organization, purchases and maintenance of technical related issues.
    Visit potential installation sites to conduct inspections, verifications, and progress evaluations
    Ensure the installations and civil works (hard and soft landscaping) are implemented on a timely basis and within the Company’s quality standards
    Develop and maintain a tracking system of technical and structural failures within sites ensuring real-time resolution of the same.
    Design and implement new /additional business ideas within the site area e.g. restaurant, barber, entertainment hubs etc.
    Conduct site audits to collect structural, electrical, landscaping and related site information for use in the design of solar hubs.
    Oversee preventive maintenance in all hubs completed in line with company’s quality standards in timely manner
    Develop standard operation procedures and quality or safety standards for solar installation and civil works.
    Provide technical direction or support to installation teams during structural and electrical set up, testing, system commissioning, or performance monitoring
    Create checklists for review or inspection of completed solar installation projects and commercial projects.
    Demonstrate commercial sensitivity with ability to deliver results within agreed timelines and budgets.
    Research and get quality and cost efficient locally sourced materials for the solar hubs including panels, hardware and software, solar and electrical equipment and general construction material.
    Ensure technical team and processes are compliant with solar engineering standards and relevant standards.
    Produce material and equipment material with sufficient information to meet the required technical, quality and safety standards.
    Continuously maintain environmental, health and safety and legal requirements in all installation hubs.
    Inspecting unsafe hubs and recommending options for repairs and maintenance.
    Prepare technical specifications, reports, cost estimates and other relevant documents. Prepare and update procedures, methods and drawings for various hubs.
    Researching and evaluating trends in the solar industry to continuously improve and modify processes to increase on efficiency

    Skills and Qualifications

    Degree in Electrical Engineering.
    MUST be a T3 solar certified technician.
    Certification in solar water heating system will be an added advantage.
    Over 5 years of experience in project management within the electrical engineering sector
    Must be able to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in English and Swahili
    Commercial sensitivity with ability to deliver results within agreed timelines and budgets.
    Driving license desired
    Mastery of MS Office Suite, Internet and email.
    Conversant with CAD and other design soft wares

  • Manager in Development Program Graduate Management Trainee Program Human Resource Officer

    Manager in Development Program Graduate Management Trainee Program Human Resource Officer

    Are you full of energy, passion and drive?
    Are you a recent graduate?
    Have you ever thought about a career in hospitality?
    Do you think you have what it takes to be a good manager?

    If you answered yes to these questions, we are looking for you!
    Due to rapid growth in both accommodation and new exciting restaurant brands the tamarind group is looking for fresh college graduates to join our Manager in Development Program.
    The program is targeted at recent graduates and purposes to expose them to an experience that will help set the foundation for their future in the hospitality industry at a management level.
     
    The program is designed for 12 months and combines practical experience with professional development.
    In addition to our four current locations, namely Carnivore, Tamarind Mombasa, Tamarind Village, Tamambo Karen Blixen and the roast by carnivore, the tamarind management group will in the next two years open and operate hotels, serviced residences and restaurants.  
    What do we offer you?

    When working at tamarind, you will have ample opportunities for growth and career development.
    We encourage creativity and highly value continuous learning.
    This challenging position offers you a chance to be part of our exceptional team in which you will be rewarded for performance.

     

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  • Assurance Executive Secretary

    Assurance Executive Secretary

    Job Description

    Organising board meetings including directors travel arrangements, allowances and meals.
    Procuring stationery for the MDs office;
    Organising travel arrangements for the Managing Director when travelling for official matters;
    Drafting and dispatching letters and documents relating to matters handled by the MD’s office as well as drafting and dispatching notices of meetings on behalf of the MD’s attendees;
    Receiving visitors and handling calls to the MD’s Office;
    Arranging and dispatching full Board Papers including obtaining Board Committee Papers from other departments;
    Handling conference/seminar bookings for all events for Directors;
    Assisting in preparation of support material/documents for meetings steered by the MD’s Department;
    Managing the MD’s calendar and travel arrangements;
    Facilitating meetings between the MD’s department and various departments within the company;
    Regularly reviewing all mails, including electronic mail addressed to the MD and distributing to relevant persons;
    Instituting the filing and organizing of documents /letters or any correspondence for department;
    Organizing parking arrangements for visitors and Directors for meetings to be held;
    Organizing refreshments i.e. tea/coffee for visitors and directors;
    Decorating MD’s office and Reception area with fresh flowers and keeping the environment conducive for our visitors.
    Drafting correspondence for MD’s approval

    Qualifications

    A Bachelors’ degree in business Administration or Office Management
    Diploma in Secretarial and Office Administration or Management

    Experience

    At least 3 years’ experience in executive administration, office management or as a Personal Assistant to a Senior Manager in a busy environment

    Skills & competencies

    Strong organizing and coordination skills
    Good record keeping skills
    Strong writing Skills
    Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
    Interpersonal and communication Skills