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  • Health Specialist/Health Economist

    Health Specialist/Health Economist

    Duties and Accountabilities:
    The Health Specialist/Economist will have the following key responsibilities, inter alia:
    Provide implementation support, as needed, to the Bank’s HNP portfolio in Somalia, which includes: (i) Improving Healthcare Services in Somalia (“Damal Caafimaad” Project; (ii) COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency project; (iii) health components under (a) Somalia Crisis Recovery Project (SCRP) and (b) Recurrent Cost and Reform Financing (RCRF) Project; and (iv) support for several health Advisory Services and Analytics (ASAs).

    Contribute to the technical discussions and monitoring of the Bank portfolio in close collaboration with the relevant government agencies and development partners.
    Assist the task team with policy dialogue, communications, and interactions with government counterparts, country stakeholders as well as development partners.
    Contribute to sector-specific inputs for various operational products/outputs (e.g., sector/country briefings, background reports, portfolio performance reviews, etc.).
    Contribute to and participate in missions of the health team in Somalia as directed.
    Respond to ad hoc information requests from internal and external parties.

    The work will be substantive in nature, requiring frequent missions in the field and interactions with various external and internal counterparts in Somalia.
    The Health Specialist/ Economist will report to the HNP Practice Manager for HAEH2. As a field-based staff member, the selected Health Specialist or Health Economist will work closely with the respective Task Team Leaders from HNP GP and other GPs as well as with staff of the the Country Management Unit (CMU). The Health Specialist/Economist will be subject to all World Bank regulations and guidelines applicable to staff.
    Selection Criteria

    At least a Master’s degree in health economics, public health, or a related field. A PhD would be considered an added advantage.
    A minimum of 5 years of full-time relevant professional experience is required.
    Consistent record of working on health, nutrition, and population issues.
    Strong knowledge of and experience with the health sector in developing countries, including institutional set up, health policies and programs, challenges, and priorities.
    Demonstrated expertise in policy dialogue and the ability to interact effectively with Government officials and a range of partners at various levels.
    Prior experience working with/on health systems in Somalia and/or other FCS environments in Sub-Saharan Africa.
    Prior experience in an international development institution (public, NGO or private) or academia is preferred.
    Ability to analyze cross-sectional household and facility-level survey data as well as macro-level time-series budgetary and other relevant data.
    Familiarity with statistical analyses, econometric methods, and related software, preferably STATA.
    Demonstrated track record of synthesizing complex analytics and results into user-friendly outputs, including PowerPoint presentations, Policy Briefs and Working Papers.
    Shown analytical skills linking strategic and quantitative analysis, and the ability to inform high-level policy dialogue through strong communications (including writing) skills, including data visualization skills.
    Respectful and client-engagement skills, and demonstrated success working with multi-disciplinary teams.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    Ability to work independently with limited supervision and handle multiple tasks, meet changing priorities, and deliver high-quality analysis and work on-time.
    Willingness to travel extensively in country and possible to other countries as necessary, including to remote rural areas.
    Fluency in English (excellent oral and written communication skills) is required, with ability to prepare documents on complex subjects, speak and write persuasively, and present ideas clearly and concisely.
    Fluency in Somali is required.

    Apply via :

    worldbankgroup.csod.com

  • Research Associate

    Research Associate

    Qualification
    EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING
    Essential

    PhD in either entomology or analytical chemistry

    OR

    MSc in entomology or analytical chemistry with 2 years’ experience in the 2 disciplines

    EXPERIENCE
    Essential

    Practical experience working on handling entomology laboratory
    Experience in analytical chemistry instrumentation including GCMS and LCMS
    Ability to analyze and interpret data from GC-MS and LC-MS
    interpret results from GC-MS and LC-MS
    Ability to properly document work and write reports and publish in peer reviewed journals
    Well skilled in use of MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word document
    Provide expert interpretation of data and compare results to established specifications or anticipated trends

    Desirable

    Experience in rearing of insects .

    Key responsibilities also include
    KEY RESULT AREAS:

    Take a leading, practical role in the strategic and routine operation of a 15-month KTP collaborative project to ‘develop novel female fruit fly protein bait’. Close interaction with project partners from both academia (MKU and UWS) and Farmtrack Consulting Ltd will be needed.
    Take a leading, practical role in the analysis and formulation of the protein bait using locally available materials.
    Work with Project Team to carry out field efficacy trials for the developed product.
    Work with Project Team to develop protocols for analysis and formulation of the product as well as efficacy trials under field conditions.
    Under the guidance of the Project Team, develop protocols for rearing of fruit fly in the laboratory for use in the project experiments.
    Co-ordinate and manage data (including data quality, integrity and security) acquired by the project, staff and external partners.
    Prepare reports covering aspects of the research project and present to relevant audiences as required and completion of KTP final report.
    Contribute to the preparation of articles for publication to peer reviewed journals.

    PLANNING AND ORGANISING:

    Work closely with both Staff and Management in Farmtrack and the Academic Research Team within the Group.
    Work on own initiative prioritizing workload to ensure achievement of research activities and project deadlines.
    Coordinate workload with members of the Project Team within Farmtrack and MKU to avoid duplication of workload and conflict.
    Undertake and/or co-ordinate data collection, data analysis, writing up of findings and dissemination of findings at appropriate conferences and industry events.
    Use research resources/facilities as appropriate.

    DECISION MAKING

    Deal with problems which may affect the delivery of or the achievement of research objectives and deadlines.
    Contribute to decisions affecting the work of the Team.
    Decide, with members of the Project Team within Farmtrack, MKU and UWS the most appropriate way to overcome difficulties that may arise in order to achieve the project outcomes.
    Analyze and interpret the results of research, and contribute to the generation of original ideas based on outcomes.

    WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

    Work closely with and be supported by both the project leads in Farmtrack, MKU and UWS and any potential external partners.
    Liaise with colleagues and support staff within Farmtrack and the School of Pure and Applied Sciences at MKU on research matters.
    Actively participate as both practitioner within Farmtrack and research team members in MKU.
    Attend and contribute to Project Team meetings and other relevant meetings.
    Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues pertaining to the research process and consideration to others.

    Requirements
    SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/UNDERSTANDING
    Essential

    Essential skills we require as a minimum:
    A good understanding of insect biology and analytical chemistry
    A good understanding of the issues relating to development of products
    A good understanding of formulation and packaging and dispensing of products
    Ability to undertake data analysis from complex datasets.
    Ability to conduct literature and database searches using appropriate search strategy/terms, co-ordinate and manage data (including data quality, integrity and security) acquired by the project
    Prepare reports covering aspects of the research project and present to relevant audiences as required and contribute to the preparation of articles for publication to peer reviewed journals
    Excellent written communication skills; technical documents and documentation suitable for non-technical users and to present complex information in an accessible way to a range of audiences
    Expert knowledge of laboratory apparatus and equipment and a variety of laboratory techniques
    Take a leading, practical role in the development and formulation of the product
    Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues pertaining to the research process and consideration to others

     Desirable

    Work on own initiative prioritizing workload to ensure achievement of research activities and project deadlines
    Deal with problems and overcome difficulties which may affect the delivery of or the achievement of research objectives and deadlines

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    Excellent communication and presentation skills
    Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team
    Motivated and enthusiastic
    Hands-on approach to problem solving

    Interested Candidates are required to apply through the Mount Kenya Online Recruitment Portal http://recruitment@mku.ac.ke on or before 23rd  March, 2022.All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.NOTE

    Apply via :

    recruitment@mku.ac.ke

    recruitment.mku.ac.ke

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Advisor, Faith & Development

    Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Advisor, Faith & Development

    Key Responsibilities:
    The Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Advisor will provide global leadership for World Vision on the integration of faith into design, monitoring, and evaluation processes across the Partnership. This will enable WV to better tell the story of how our Christian faith makes a tangible contribution to the sustained well-being of children and will improve effectiveness, impact and quality of programming and advocacy.
    The Senior Advisor is responsible for setting global Faith and Development M&E standards, strengthening capability in F&D M&E, and leading the development of F&D M&E guidance and tools in collaboration with other sectors and ministries. They will provide recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team on options to improve the ways in which WV articulates and measures the role of faith in development. They will provide evidence to the Strategy Realization Steering Committee on the extent to which faith is contributing to the sustained well-being of children.
    Major Responsibilities
    Technical Leadership of F&D M&E

    Lead the development of  F&D theories of change, logframes, including indicators, M&E framework, M&E tools
    Provide recommendations on how WV can improve the ways in which we articulate and measure the role of Christian faith in development.
    Lead continuous improvement of F&D M&E based on ongoing review of internal and external industry standard indicators and measurement tools.
    Provide technical M&E support to project model development/refinement.
    Review and revise the Implementation Quality Assurance (IQA) tools for F&D project models
    Support development of tools and methodology for deep dive review of F&D project model & approaches.
    Provide technical expertise and approval of all F&D indicators in Horizon
    Support integration of F&D M&E into other ministry areas, sector models and approaches.

    Provide leadership and technical input in the development of F&D M&E guidance and materials

    Provide expertise for the development of WV global F&D M&E standards, guidelines, and tools.
    Develop user-friendly guidance for F&D M&E measurement tools.
    Review and revise F&D root cause analysis toolkits 
    Provide technical input into LEAP 3 guidance 
    Facilitate capacity building of the TSO staff, SO staff, and other key stakeholders in F&D M&E and in utilization of data for project planning and management
    Work with M&E team, Sector & ministry teams and TSO to develop F&D M&E competencies and training materials 
    Facilitate capacity building of the TSO staff, SO staff, and other key stakeholders in F&D M&E and in utilization of data for project planning and management

    Global reporting

    Collaborate with the Evidence Building team to support organization-wide strategic data analysis to enhance evidence-based decision making
    Ensure alignment and support quality data for strategic reporting mechanisms, such as the Operations Portal, Impact Portal, Strategy Dashboard
    Collaborate with TSO and Global sectors teams on the analysis and writing of global reports, including the global CWB reports.

    Networking and External Representation in M&E at the Global Level

    Build networks with academic and other research institutions, UN and NGO forums to learn about developments in F&D M&E approaches, seek partnerships to benefit WV and share evidence and learning from WV programming
    Participate in external forums to represent and present World Vision F&D M&E approaches
    Prepare presentations for WV leaders to share at key events

    Other

    Provide technical input for grant acquisition as needed.
    Collaborate with Support Office staff to utilize programming indicators and articulate evidence of impact for marketing use.
    Explore and support mobile solutions to data collection
    Other tasks as assigned

    Knowledge and Qualifications for the role
    Essential:

    Master’s Degree or PhD in measurement, research and evaluation
    Proven experience in designing monitoring and evaluation systems.
    Proven experience in communicating, negotiation and influencing at a senior management level
    Proven experience in building technical M&E capacity
    Proven experience working in development or humanitarian industry
    Advanced skills in use of quantitative & qualitative data analysis software
    Minimum 7 years practical experience in leading programme design, monitoring and evaluation and in building M&E capacity
    Excellent understanding and skills in measurement sampling and sample size estimation, and determining significance of results.
    Understanding of WV sector programing, Transformational Development and global partnership strategy
    Ability to communicate cross-culturally and operate on diverse and globally dispersed teams.
    Christian commitment and maturity

    Preferred:

    Ten years practical experience in conducting and leading programme M&E, including in the area of Faith and Development.
    Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative evaluation and research skills
    Excellent written and verbal communication in English; language skills in Spanish and/or French preferred.
    Demonstrated leadership and communications skills required to facilitate virtual consultative and collaborative processes while maintaining positive working relationship across various regions and countries
    Proven ability to foster a positive working environment with different stakeholders

    Apply via :

    .wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Agricultural Economist East & Southern Africa

    Agricultural Economist East & Southern Africa

    Position Overview
    The East & Southern Africa Agricultural Economist will lead activities related to fertilizer, input and soil health in the areas of markets, economics and policy related issues that contributes to advocacy focusing on improved enabling environment. The Economist will support national and regional projects in East & Southern Africa as well as support IFDC’s strategic priorities including new business through conducting evidence based research and products such as development of policy briefs, research papers, that lead to developing concept notes and new proposals etc.  S/he will be based at IFDC’s Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya with regular travel to support regional projects of IFDC as and when required. S/he will be part of IFDC’s Research Team as well as the East & Southern Africa Regional team.
    Specific Activities
    The Economist will undertake the following activities:

    Provide technical leadership and support to the development and implementation of fertilizer and soil health related programs in the areas of economics, markets, and policy related issues;
    Liaise and work closely with Ministries of Agriculture, government agencies, private sector, associations, development partners, stakeholders and projects in the region and serves as a key point of contact in agriculture related policy formulation, analysis, implementation and dissemination;
    Maintain an active and dynamic policy dialogue with other Government institutions, donor platforms and organizations and private sector to facilitate technical discussions and engage in effective policy development and change in soil and fertilizer related issues;
    Coordinate meetings on key issues related to soil health, agricultural inputs and fertilizer markets, policy related issues;
    Be responsible for fertilizer, input and policy sector working group/platform meetings (preparation, reporting and following up recommendations)
    Provide support/lead in the development of new business related to policy and enabling environment issues with regard to input policies, with particular focus on soil fertility related. Activities may include the development of policy briefs to support new business, the development of concept notes and technical inputs into proposal development;
    Participating in and conducting training and capacity building programs on key economic and policy issues on fertilizers and soil health related issues.
    Developing and presenting reports and technical papers at meetings, representation in conferences and workshops
    Provide support in other areas of work and undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the BFS-Program coordinator and the Regional Director.

     
    Requirements

    This position requires a broad knowledge and understanding of economic, agriculture, and fertilizer conditions in East & Southern Africa to properly determine the issues affecting the functioning of markets (inputs) and the role of soil fertility issues affecting the farmer use and adoption.
    The position further requires specialized experience in input policies – in terms of formulation and advocacy at different levels and  the ability to lead and participate in the implementation of projects associated with development projects involving soil fertility related interventions; 
    Knowledge and experience for conducting qualitative and quantitative surveys towards generating evidence to support or test the fertilizer market and soil fertility related interventions that have potential impact on policies
    Knowledge of international development agencies, government ministries and agencies, and donors to prepare successful funding economic and policy recommendations and proposals to donors;
    Strong skills to use statistical and econometric analysis for better research outcomes
    Excellent written and oral communication skills to properly prepare technical reports and policy documents and to present lectures on research findings at seminars and workshops to a wide range of technical and non-technical audiences;
    Proven experience and skills in project management, planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E);
    Superior level of resourcefulness and the ability to work independently, manage and complete multiple tasks simultaneously, and to meet deadlines under pressure;
    Proven ability to work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team, development partners, local communities and government agencies in East & Southern Africa;
    Willingness and ability to travel as needed;
    Minimum of Ph.D. and 5 to 7 years of relevant research experience or Master’s degree and 10 to 15 years of relevant research experience in an applied field of Economics or Agriculture

     
    Location & Travel

    This position will be based at IFDC’s Regional East & Southern Africa Office in Nairobi and primarily covers countries and projects in the region. Support may be required to other countries in which IFDC operates in the region with a travels up to 25-30%.

    Contract

    Successful candidates will receive a national contract based in Nairobi Kenya.

    Required Experience

    Knowledge and experience for conducting qualitative and quantitative surveys towards generating evidence to support or test the fertilizer market and soil fertility related interventions that have potential impact on policies
    Minimum of Ph.D. and 5 to 7 years of relevant research experience or Master’s degree and 10

    Apply via :

    ifdc.org

  • Lecturer in Nursing – The Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health Nursing Lecturer in Nursing – The Department of Medical and Surgical Nursing and Human Health Sciences (One Position) Lecturer in Nursing – The Department of Nursing Education, Administration and Research (Two Positions) Lecturer in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies – Department of Education (One Position) Lecturer in Curriculum Development – Department of Education (One Position) Lecturer in Theology – Department of Theology and Biblical Studies (One Position) Senior Lecturer in Theology – Department of Theology and Biblical Studies (One Position) Lecturer in Music – Language and Performing Arts Department (One Position) University Chaplain – Resident

    Lecturer in Nursing – The Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health Nursing Lecturer in Nursing – The Department of Medical and Surgical Nursing and Human Health Sciences (One Position) Lecturer in Nursing – The Department of Nursing Education, Administration and Research (Two Positions) Lecturer in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies – Department of Education (One Position) Lecturer in Curriculum Development – Department of Education (One Position) Lecturer in Theology – Department of Theology and Biblical Studies (One Position) Senior Lecturer in Theology – Department of Theology and Biblical Studies (One Position) Lecturer in Music – Language and Performing Arts Department (One Position) University Chaplain – Resident

    The purpose of the job
    Contributing to the scholarship and intellectual life of the university by teaching, conducting research and mentoring students in line with the University’s guidelines in academic affairs to achieve overall objectives
    Requirements

    Christian commitment and practice
    Earned PhD in Midwifery or Reproductive Health Nursing with Midwifery from an accredited University, OR
    Master’s degree in Midwifery or Reproductive Health Nursing with Midwifery from an accredited university with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research/industry; and
    A minimum of 24 publication points of which at least 16 should be from refereed journal papers
    Registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya and with a valid Practice License

    Responsibilities

    Teaching and training of students in line with schemes, policies, processes, and procedures
    Conducting quality research to enhance the scholarship, visibility, and intellectual contribution of the University
    Evaluating students through continuous assessments and examinations
    Engaging in curriculum and program review and development
    Mobilizing resources and building bridges with industry
    Mentoring of students in academic and spiritual nurture
    Implementing of best practices in teaching, training and research for improved performance and achievements.
    Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired university plans and culture
    Ensuring consistent Christian behavior in line with the university’s vision

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    Those interested in this challenging and rewarding positions should submit their applications, testimonials and detailed CV with names and contacts of 3 referees to the address below on or before: 25th February 2022All application letters should be addressed to the Vice-chancellor and sent by E-mail to: recruitment@daystar.ac.ke Hard copies will not be considered.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@daystar.ac.ke

  • Epidemiologist

    Epidemiologist

    Key Roles & Responsibilities:
    Key responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, providing the following services to Global Programs and/ or its affiliates: –

    Provide leadership and oversight on assigned HIV surveillance projects.
    Maintain collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MoH), CDC-Kenya and other agencies and institutions, and key partners.
    Develop survey protocols, tools and training materials.
    Develop and review analysis plans, provide interpretation for analysis and write up results.
    Develop and support implementation plans for assigned projects
    Provide feedback and guidance to the statistical team on analysis and statistical outputs.
    Facilitate and lead dissemination of surveillance data through preparation of presentations, reports and scientific manuscripts.
    Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
    Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

    Minimum Requirements:

    A Master’s or PhD degree in epidemiology or related field is required.
    Minimum of eight years working in epidemiology, public health, surveillance or related field is required.
    Demonstrated knowledge of concepts of disease surveillance and epidemiology.
    Experience and technical expertise with surveillance systems and surveys using varying sampling methodologies.
    Experience preparing survey and surveillance protocols, technical reports and scientific manuscripts
    Experience capacity building on surveillance and epidemiological methods.
    Strong interpersonal skills in working teams with varying areas of expertise to accomplish project objectives.
    Demonstrated strong communication skills; ability to effectively communicate both orally and written complicated epidemiological information to non-technical persons.
    Proficiency in either SAS, STATA or R statistical software packages.
    Fluency in English required.

    Qualified Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed in the minimum requirements above with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. All applications must include the following:Applications must be sent by email to HR.Kenya@ucglobalprograms.org with the email subject Epidemiologist by, March 11, 2022.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    HR.Kenya@ucglobalprograms.org

  • Assistant Principal Research Scientist – Bioinformatician

    Assistant Principal Research Scientist – Bioinformatician

    Job Summary:
    We are looking for a motivated Bioinformatician to join our research team in advancing the use of next generation systems of high-throughput RNA and DNA sequencing for informing malaria vector control policy. This individual will support research scientists and students by providing data analysis support for the teams in Kenya and Benin as they analyse RNAseq, WGS and other ‘omics data through a virtual high-performance compute (HPC) server. The successful candidate should work well in a team environment, exercise great attention to detail, and have keen analytical insight. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a talented and dynamic team working on novel approaches for understanding insecticide resistance in malaria vectors in Africa.
    Essential Requirements:

    A least PhD in Bioinformatics and/or Computational sciences OR a MSc degree in Bioinformatics with at least 5 years high level experience (equivalent to a senior scientist level).
    Expertise in genomics, population genetics, data science, computational biology
    Hands on experience with scripting languages such as Linux, Python, R and a strong grounding in biological sciences
    Familiarity with commonly used tools for variant detection (samtools, bowtie2, BWA, IGV, ANNOVAR, GATK) and file formats (BED, VCF, FASTQ, BAM, FASTA)
    Familiarity with commonly used and publicly available bioinformatics databases (e.g. GenBank, Uniprot, DDBJ, Ensemble, GEO, SRA, ExAC, ESP,ClinVar, VectorBase, KEGG,HGMD, OMIM, PubMed, UCSC)
    Experience designing bioinformatics experiments and/or providing oversight for the design of ‘omics/bioinformatics experiments.
    Experience working with unstructured data sources, (experience with genome assembly)
    An understanding of genome sequencing technologies and strategies.
    Having a familiarity with Big Data analysis including data mining, complex data visualization.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
    Organized, Hardworking and independent – The candidate must be able to plan and implement their workplans within the required timelines

    Desirable Attributes

    Enthusiastic and strong interest in mosquito genomics, insecticide resistance and vector control
    Experience with mathematical modelling and computational biology
    Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
    Membership of relevant professional networks (h3A, ASBCB, EASCB, ISCB and ISMB)
    Previous work with mosquitoes, or knowledge and ecology of mosquitoes will be an added advantage
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning skills in design of appropriate statistical analysis of experimental data
    Experience working with high-performance computing
    Experience in successfully leading teams

    Skills and abilities:

    Excellent organizational capability to structure and organize tasks and set priorities logically andeffectively
    Results driven; ability to judiciously spend resources available to achieve the most optimal outcomes
    Ability to build and lead strong teams and achieve projected milestones
    Ability to identify potential problems and trouble-shoot solutions

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Participation in capacity building on bioinformatics by guiding MSc and PhD students on the project in both Kenya and Benin
    In charge of reception and storage of raw sequence data from the sequencing facilities,uploading to the high compute servers
    Take leadership in setting up virtual classroom discussions; small group discussions; data carpentry workshops, personalized virtual office hours with trainees on the statistical analyses of genomic data
    Participation in designing, review and update of the vector genomics and bioinformatics training curriculum
    Leadership in conceptualizing, innovating and development of new bioinformatic pipelines for analysis of genomic data
    Conduct bioinformatic analysis of raw sequence data to identify molecular markers associated with insecticide resistance in malaria vectors
    Attend conferences and workshops to disseminate research findings
    Leadership in drafting of technical reports, manuscripts, and outcomes of the project outputs
    Perform any other duties as assigned by the principal investigator

    Applications should include the following:

    Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number)
    Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
    Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
    Copies of Academic Certificates and Transcripts
    KRA tax compliance certificate
    Certificate of good conduct

    Terms of Employment: 1-year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a probation period for the first 3 months.

     Submit application via email address cghr@kemri.go.ke 

    Apply via :

    cghr@kemri.go.ke

  • Nurse Lecturer – (Department Of Midwifery and Reproductive Health) Lecturer Nurse – (The Department Of Nursing Education, Administration) And Research Lecturer In Nursing – (The Department Of Medical & Surgical Nursing And Human Health Sciencies)

    Nurse Lecturer – (Department Of Midwifery and Reproductive Health) Lecturer Nurse – (The Department Of Nursing Education, Administration) And Research Lecturer In Nursing – (The Department Of Medical & Surgical Nursing And Human Health Sciencies)

    Requirements

    Christian commitment and practice
    Earned PhD in Midwifery or Reproductive Health Nursing with Midwifery from an accredited University, OR
    Master’s degree in Midwifery or Reproductive Health Nursing with Midwifery from an accredited university with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research/industry; and
    A minimum of 24 publication points of which at least 16 should be from refereed journal papers
    Registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya and with a valid Practice License

    Responsibilities

    Teaching and training of students in line with schemes, policies, processes, and procedures
    Conducting quality research to enhance the scholarship, visibility, and intellectual contribution of the University
    Evaluating students through continuous assessments and examinations
    Engaging in curriculum and program review and development
    Mobilizing resources and building bridges with industry
    Mentoring of students in academic and spiritual nurture
    Implementing of best practices in teaching, training and research for improved performance and achievements.
    Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired university plans and culture
    Ensuring consistent Christian behavior in line with the university’s vision

    go to method of application »

    Those interested in this challenging and rewarding positions should submit their applications, testimonials and detailed CV with names and contacts of 3 referees to the address below on or before: 25th February 2022.All applications should be sent by E-mail to recruitment@daystar.ac.ke: . Hard copies will not be considered. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@daystar.ac.ke

  • Anticipated Funding Health System Strengthening Lead (HSS Lead)

    Anticipated Funding Health System Strengthening Lead (HSS Lead)

    Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

    Provide technical oversight of integrated health systems strengthening programming and technical assistance activities.
    Lead health systems assessment, identify gaps and develop tailored course correction strategies
    Design and lead activities related to differentiated service delivery systems, including client-centred and community-led/ community-based interventions, provide prevention and treatment services to people at risk for or living with HIV.
    Foster collaborations with county governments to ensure transition to sustainable high-quality HIV service delivery
    Support implementation of HIV prevention and treatment services in an integrated and sustainable model
    Build FBOs’ capacity to effectively manage HIV prevention and treatment services
    Support the development and roll-out of a robust HRH system to effectively and efficiently manage and oversee health workforce
    Support development, implementation, and monitoring of a comprehensive sustainable transition plan for faith -based facilities for uptake by County governments
    Coordinate with implementing faith partners, CDC, MOH, CSOs, and other county, national and international stakeholders.
    Leads training and capacity building for FBOs, staff, partners, healthcare providers, and relevant stakeholders.
    Master’s degree or higher (or significant practical experience) in Public Health, Social and/or Behavioural Sciences or a related field, with specific experience emphasis on Health Systems Strengthening
    Minimum of twelve (12) years of professional experience, with five (5) years of experience in designing and implementing large-scale US government funded HIV Health Systems Strengthening projects in a similar context
    Experience in a leadership/management role for a project of similar size and complexity, including experience with direct supervision of professional staff.
    Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of senior and mid -level public and private sector counterparts, donors, and other key stakeholders.
    Prior experience in building capacity for staff, partners, healthcare providers, and relevant stakeholders in improving health.
    Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships and to work collaboratively with host country government counterparts and project stakeholders.
    Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.

    Please visit our website https://amref.org/careers/  and submit your application which should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. Indicate Ref: HSS Lead (Anticipated) and email to recruitment@amref.org Closing date 11th February 2022 and selection process will be on a rolling basis Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amref.org

    amref.org