September 2023 2023 - Jobs In Kenya

Sep 7, 2023

APHRC - Director of Programs

Anthony Chuks September 07, 2023 0 Comments

Country: Kenya

Organization: African Population and Health Research Center

Closing date: 23 Sep 2023

Job Summary

This role is responsible for the provision of leadership and coordination of program activities related to the Center’s three programmatic areas. This entails providing strategic leadership through developing and articulating a clear vision, designing strategies to actualize that vision and inspiring program teams to be the best they can be. It also entails overseeing teams of highly experienced professionals in program design and implementation and ensuring synergy and collaboration across the programmatic areas.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Guide the strategic direction of programs in alignment with the APHRC corporate strategy.

Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of program strategies.

Contribute to the overall institutional strategy ensuring alignment of program priorities.

Oversee the research governance role / program synergy roles including developing a strong interdisciplinary culture, promoting synergies.

Establish platforms to support ideation and innovation.

Ensure that APHRC pursues funding opportunities that are strategic, with optimal funding, synergistic, prioritize APHRC leadership, provide opportunities for growth, aligned to institutional capacities and where APHRC has a comparative advantage.

Actively engage in forums and platforms that promote the Center’s brand and visibility.

Cultivate and nurture strategic partnerships and networks to drive program fundraising for stability and growth.

Manage complex, sensitive, or contentious program or management issues with funders and/or partner institutions on behalf of APHRC.

Oversee the performance of theme leads/program heads to ensure quality and impact.

Coordinate the development of internal reports on the status, progress, and outcomes of the programs.

Handles disputes related to contribution and attribution to scientific products (papers, proposals, etc.).

Oversee program fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing.

Develop and implement HR strategies for the programs including staff acquisition and on-boarding plans, specifically orienting new staff on the programs.

Develop and implement succession plans for the programs.

Contribute to the inculcation and upholding of institutional culture and values.

Work collaboratively with other Directors to ensure that all the Center’s programmatic and operations objectives are met with efficiency and effectiveness.

Contribute to the Center’s governance by supporting Board functions.

Mainstream a risk management culture in the programs.

Design policies that contribute to creation of an environment where partnerships can thrive and ensure APHRC has an effective framework for creating and maintaining relationships.

Financial Responsibilities:

Coordinate the identification of priority needs for staffing, equipment, training to be incorporated in the Center’s annual budgets.

Monitor with support from the finance unit, the financial performance of the programs, identifying and following up areas of improvement.

Ensure appropriate financial sustainability targets are set and monitored at program level in line with the Center’s annual budget and fundraising strategy.

Ensure judicious use of the Center’s unrestricted resources.

Candidate Profile

Experience and Qualifications:

PhD level degree in area of specialisation relevant to the Center’s programmatic priorities under research, Research & Related Capacity Strengthening and Policy, Engagement & Communication.

At least 15 years of relevant post-PhD experience.

Demonstrated experience in the population health research and development landscape.

Deep understanding/experience with initiatives to strengthen the African R&D ecosystem.

Experience in a senior leadership role for at least 8 years.

Demonstrated success in developing, fundraising for and leading multi-year, multi-country, multi-million dollar initiatives in Africa.

Competencies:

Strong research skills.

Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Stakeholder management skills.

Ability to develop and implement long term integrated and cross functional operational plans.

How to apply

For more information and to apply, please follow this link: https://oxfordhr.com/jobs/director-of-programs/

Medical Engineering Technologist III – 2 Positions at County Government of Marsabit

Anthony Chuks September 07, 2023 0 Comments

The seat of the County Government – Marsabit town, is situated 270Kms north of Isiolo town, with most trading and urban centers within the county ranging from 60Kms to over 300Kms from Marsabit town. Marsabit town sits at an altitude of 1,500m above sea level. Marsabit town is situated on the Nairobi-Addis Ababa highway, hosting the county headquarters and bordering the Marsabit National Park. In order to attract skilled workers, potential entrepreneurs, and also tap into the immense benefits of the LAPSSET project, Marsabit town requires urgent attention in holistic planning which the county government is committed to providing.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the supervision of a senior officer.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

Undertaking preventive maintenance and repairs of medical/hospital equipment, plants, instruments and furniture;

Requisitioning for spare parts and consumables;

Taking inventory of medical hospital equipment, furniture and plants;

Collecting information for research. collecting information on medical engineering services for input into the Integrated Health Information Management System;

Carrying out minor repairs of health facilities and utilities; and

Implementing medical engineering programmes and projects.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

Diploma in Medical Engineering or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and

Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution

Personal Qualities

In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following qualities:

Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce

Good knowledge in the professional field of specialization

Good communication skills

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Good organizational and supervisory skills

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Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI Sonographer Job

Anthony Chuks September 07, 2023 0 Comments

Sonographer Job, Latest Medical Jobs In Kenya,

Vacancy: CGHR/372/08/23

Job specification:

The incumbent, working with study and MOH teams, will be responsible for performing ultrasound scans, training, and mentoring frontline health providers to perform obstetric ultrasound for the FAMLI study and other studies in the Pregnancy Surveillance platform. This will entail performing scans and archiving images for the Pregnancy Surveillance studies and assisting the ministry of health staff to perform routine scans.

Duties and responsibilities:

Performing obstetric ultrasound scans for pregnant women participating in the FAMLI ultrasound study and other studies on the Pregnancy Surveillance platform

Conducting assigned study duties per the study protocol.

Assisting ministry of health staff to perform ultrasound for non-study participants.

Training and mentoring health care providers (nurses, clinical officers) on obstetric ultrasound.

Explaining sonographic procedures to patients, answering questions, preparing patients by applying the gel to the skin, and positioning the patients on the table.

Selecting and examining images, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas, and determining if the scope of the exam should be extended, based on preliminary findings.

Presenting the sonograms and preliminary findings to the physicians

Completing the appropriate documentation and maintaining patients’ histories and medical records

Archiving ultrasound images using picture archiving and communications system software

Maintaining and cleaning the sonographic equipment

Perform Quality Control review on ultrasound images for studies on Pregnancy

Surveillance platform.

Person specification:

Be a holder of diploma in radiography with at least two years’ experience in obstetric sonography.

Be registered and licensed by the Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority.

Have strong technical, communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills.

Skills & Abilities

Excellent skills in obstetric ultrasound

Experience with ultrasound picture archiving and communication software

Experience working with Ministry of Health staff.

Previous experience in clinical studies is an added advantage.

Ability to use mobile applications and the Microsoft office suite.

Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative and attention to detail.

Terms of employment
This is a one-year contract, renewable subject to availability of funds, with a probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is as per the stated KEMRI scale

How To Apply

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

Interested cand qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply to Director, CGHR, P.O. Box 1578-40100, Kisumu not later than September 29, 2023. All applications must be submitted through the ERecruitment Portal on the KEMRI Website www.kemri.go.ke/e-recruitment
Please visit the KEMRI web site www.kemri.go.ke for more details on the advertisement.

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Grants & Reporting Officer Job in Kenya

Anthony Chuks September 07, 2023 0 Comments

Grants & Reporting
Officer

Reporting to: Head of
Grants and Impact,

Industry: Non-Profit
Organization,

Location: Isiolo,

Gross Salary:
Competitive,

Our client is a non-profit
organization looking to hire a high-caliber, self-driven, and dedicated Grants
& Reporting Officer with a commitment to excellence, he will be responsible
for grant administration and reporting, maintaining an updated active grants
database from post-award to closeout, providing timely and accurate data and
information to support the design and development of grant proposals, and
incorporating M&E data in both donor reports and grant applications in a
timely fashion.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure
standard policies and due diligence materials are in place and up to date.

Support
Donor Audits and social findings for action, in conjunction with the Grants and
Impact Manager and Chief Finance Officer.

Ensure
compliance with donor regulatory compliance requirements per Grant & Grant
Organization.

Support
the development of proposal bids for institutional funders, and take the lead
on some dedicated bids, as assigned.

Support
in the development of departmental, project, and organization work plans and
budgets.

Review
contract documents, create grant summary sheet; facilitate start-up workshops
for implementing to socialize all compliance requirements, advising finance
team on restrictions.

Co-ordinate,
collates, and provides technical and financial reports (in donor-required
formats) on institutional grant funds to ensure reporting compliance with
respective funder rules and regulations.

Coordinate
grant close-out activities including final reporting, asset inventory, and
records storage.

Support
the finance team to clarify project/grant allocations and understand donor
analysis and project expenditure status reports.

Manage
contractual relationships with sub-awardees to ensure smooth implementation and
effective coordination.

Coordinate
grant close-out activities of sub-awardees including final reporting, asset
inventory, and record storage.

Qualifications:

Hold
a university degree in a relevant field, a post-graduate degree is an added
advantage.

A
minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience working with NGOs in
Africa and grants management.

Be
knowledgeable of the project management cycle, monitoring, and evaluation.

Understand
Sales force as a CRM tool for donations and fundraising.

Have
solid financial management, budgeting skills, communication, and presentation
skills.

Understand
donor regulations and the ability to analyze and interpret information.

Be
highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a
fast-paced dynamic environment.

Espouse
the ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse team.

Have
advanced computer literacy (especially knowledge of MS Office 365 including One
Drive and SharePoint, analysis in Excel spreadsheets, CRM systems particularly
Sales force, etc).

How to apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary
qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on
the email subject (Grants & Reporting Officer – Conservancy) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke
on or before the 7th September 2023.

Sep 6, 2023

Submit CV’s – Latest Recruitment at County Government of Marsabit

Anthony Chuks September 06, 2023 0 Comments

County Government of Marsabit seeks to employ competent personnel to fill the following vacant positions: