USIU Africa Health Services Coordinator Job in Kenya

United States International University – Africa, situated in Nairobi,

Kenya is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa

catering to over 6000 students from 73 nationalities, and with a global

network of over 11,000 alumni. 

It is also the only other university in Africa to receive local and American accreditation of its 24 degree programs.

In

line with USIU – Africa’s commitment to providing quality, affordable

education through world-class service delivery plafforms, USIU-Africa is

seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position:

Health Services Coordinator

 

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise employees in the Health Services department


• Oversee the day to day operations of the department to ensure good service delivery and smooth operations in accordance with the university policies and best practice in medical services.


• Diagnosing and treatment of patients


• Carry out minor surgical procedures


• Advising and counseling of patients


• Handle referrals of Patients


• Organize regular health education forums for the university community


• Follow up of the university’s, staff and students insurance claims.


• Manage the health services department to ensure the university gets value for money.


• Management of student insurance covers.


• Management of employee medical, life and Group Accident insurance covers.

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Undergraduate degree (preferably in business or management) from an accredited university


• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and surgery from an accredited medical training institution


• Registered with the Clinical Officer Council


• At least 10 years working experience as a clinical officer 5 of which should be in a management role.


• Experience managing a busy health services center or hospital

Competencies

• High degree of confidentiality


• Good people management, team building and upholding employee morale

Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills


• Demonstrated leadership skills


• Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined


• Problem solving skills


• Organizational and analytical skills


• Good Computer skills

If you had previously applied for any of the listed positions, please do not re-apply.

Incumbents will be expected to continue upgrading their knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes and trends in higher education.

Should you have the requisite qualifications and experience and want to work as a team member in a modern and progressive institution where you can make a difference, please apply. 

Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts to the following address by Tuesday, March 15, 2016.

Head of Human Resources,
United States International University – Africa
P.O Box 14634-00800, 

Nairobi, Kenya

Email: jobs@usiu.ac.ke

www.usiu.ac.ke/jobs

USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer.