Reporting to the Director of Nursing Education, the successful candidate’s main responsibility will include but not limited to:
 1. Tutor - Critical Care Training
Provide theoretical and clinical instructions to students mainly in critical careEnsure high standards of performance and good mastery of critical care skillsOffer guidance and counselling to promote discipline and a good learning environmentDevelop and review curricula in line with Nursing Council requirementsDevelop and coordinate extra curriculum activities for studentsEnsure proper management and efficient use of resourcesPrepare learning materials and maintain student’s records and registers.BSc Nursing or KRN/KRM with an all round nursing working experience of 6 yearsDiploma in Critical Care TrainingCertificate or Diploma in guidance and counselling2. Clinical Instructor - Critical Care Training Conduct students assessments periodically to establish level of proficiency and recommend remedial measures where necessaryCoordinate clinical presentation to assist students achieve critical thinkingPrepare and facilitate new students orientation program to settle them at the shortest time possibleConduct informal market surveys to identify training needs within the Health Sector and advice the DNELiaise with the DNE in preparing a training curricula to meet the training needs identified in the Sector in line with the Nursing Council requirementsHelp in marketing existing programmesKRN/M or KRCHN holderMinimum five (5) years experience in nursing practiceDiploma in Critical Care TrainingReporting to the Chief Pharmacist, the successful candidate’s main responsibility will include but not limited to:
 Scrutinize prescriptions for accuracy and suitability.Ensure timely and accurate posting of pharmacy transactionsCounsel patients appropriately.Providing accurate drug information.Ensure optimal stock replenishment.Participates in quarterly stock take exercise.Participates in formulation and implementation of hospital policies on drug use.Participates in activities of quality management system & PTC.Participating in giving Continuous Medical Education in relation to drug use in clinical areas.Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.Registered with the Pharmacy & Poisons Board.A valid Practicing License.Computer literate.At least 2 years working experience in a busy establishmentTo be considered for the above positions candidate must demonstrate the following:
Good communication and writing skills, knowledgeable and well versed with latest trends in relevant field, ability to lead, guide and counsel, good critical and analytical skills, self drive and a team player.
If you are interested in the above positions & meet the requirements listed, send your application & a detailed CV to: hrrecruit@materkenya.com by Monday 17th December 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, (AKUH,N) a premier tertiary teaching hospital, is fast growing with a network of over 30 multi-site medical centers in East Africa and a state-of-the-art Heart and Cancer Centre in Nairobi.
Applications are invited for the following positions:
Instructor (Registrar) & Senior House Officer
Instructors (Registrars) in Intensive Care Unit (ICU)/Coronary Care Unit (CCU)/Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) and Senior House Officers in Paediatrics, Accident & Emergency, ICU and Internal Medicine. These clinicians will partner with us in provision of high quality healthcare in the region.
Instructor (Registrar) positions are fundamentally training positions for individuals awaiting specialist recognition by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (KMPDB). The incumbents will provide clinical care to ensure timely and optimal delivery of quality patient care and supervise junior doctors.
Senior House Officers will be responsible for the effective management and care of patients. They will work with a team of medical staff to ensure optimal delivery of quality patient care.
Applicants for the position of Instructor (Registrar) must have a Master of Medicine Degree while applicants for the position of Senior House Officer must have a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) or equivalent with at least two years relevant experience. All applicants should be registered with the KMPDB.Preference will be given to candidates with ACLS, ATLS or PALS/EPLS training.
The Manager, Finance, will be responsible for financial management of internal and external grants, internal and external audits and budgets. S/he will manage fund and grant assignments for various donor programmes from inception to completion including liaising effectively with donor agencies. The incumbent will prepare financial statements and funding requests and assist in budget preparations.
Applicants must have a Bachelor Degree in Finance or Accounting and/or ACCA or CPA (K) professional qualification. S/he should have at least 5 years’ experience in financial management in a reputable organization preferably in an NGO or donor organization, involved in grant monitoring.
If you are looking for growth and development, send in your application together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials to, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. Applications by email are preferred.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Xenihealth Nutrition located in Nairobi is looking for an enthusiastic, inspired and motivated person with interpersonal and communication skills to fill the position of fitness instructor in our Kilowatchers program.To be a recognized leader in Nutrition education and management for individuals and organizationsOur vision guides every aspect of our business by describing what we need to accomplish in order to continue achieving good health to all.Providing nutrition management, education and support to individuals, communities and organizations in Kenya and abroadQualification and RequirementsA Bachelors degree in Sports/Exercise from a recognized University.At least 2 year experience as a group health fitness instructor with knowledge in fitness assessment, evaluation, program designs and aerobics instructing.Knowledge in prevention, management and rehabilitation of sports injuries through principles of training and conditioning.Capable of handling clients at all entry levels and those with special conditions (Back problems, Diabetic, Blood pressure, heart conditions etc).First Aid CertificateDevelop comprehensive individual training programs to ensure members are satisfied with their workout program and remain motivated to attain their fitness goals.Educate members and demonstrate proper use of equipment and fitness techniques related to strength training.Good communicators and attentive to their clients' needs, being willing and able to adjust workout programs at the last minute. They should be apt at coordinating schedules and managing time wisely and effectively.Fitness training for groups of clients in the morning, noon and afternoon. Monday to FridayConduct fitness tests among clients on monthly basis and advice accordinglyTrain other fitness instructors to work with himManage fitness and nutrition data for all clientsHave individual fitness sessions for clients who need further helpOrganize monthly fitness challengesEnsure all clients get their nutrition visits with the nutrition consultantUpdate website and facebook and LinkedIn on weekly basisAdvantages- Expand the programme to other townsThe positions require proactive individuals with highest level in initiative, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confidentiality and proficiency in the use of computers.An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities will be negotiated with successful candidates.If you believe that you can clearly demonstrate that your abilities meet the criteria given above, please submit your application to the address below enclosing a detailed CV, your current and expected remuneration, e-mail and day time telephone contacts so us to reach on or before Friday July 14 ,2012.

Xenihealth Nutrition and Weight Management Program.
P.O. Box 8105 - 00200 Nairobi; Kenya
Tel: +254-2-2710506 Cell: +254-720563404/0735501393
Email:nutrition@xenihealth.com; Website: http://www.xenihealth.com/

We are looking for someone who is proficient in Microsoft office, page maker, internet and email. Knowledge of design and accounting packages as well as HTML will be an added advantage.

Important:
To be considered for this position, you should be residing in kasarani, zimmerman,Githurai 44-45 or kahawa west area.

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IT Training Kenya

Our mission is to kick-start or re-ignite IT careers by providing high quality IT training. We offer a wide range of IT training programs and continuing education.

Not only that, we offer a guarantee that you will get a job after passing through our IT trainers, career consultants and specialised recruitment team.

We believe and invest in our students and strive to build them into leading technologists in Kenya. Our culture is one that promotes: honesty, creativity, respect, intelligence, hard work, innovation, a ‘can-do’ attitude, and boldness.

On-site Instructor - Python

We are looking for a qualified and experienced instructor to help teach an introductory course using the Python Programming language.

Our instructors are responsible for every aspect of the student-instructor relationship, which includes encouraging interactive learning skills as well as explaining specifics about a particular programming language.

On a daily basis our instructors spend a good percent of their time tailoring open-ended answers to student questions. We use standard grading criteria to evaluate each project, encourage students to go beyond the requirements and are always available to answer questions.

This position is a full time position that reports to the Course Manager.

Essential Functions:

Grading student submissionsMentoring students to discover their own answers to questionsWorking with team members to keep course material up-to-dateStudent-instructor communicationKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Expert knowledge in either Python or PHP and MySQLAdvanced and creative written, verbal and presentation skillsDemonstrated ability to take a different approach to educationThe ability to work independently.Four-year degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related area of study, or a combination of relevant education and experience. Additional relevant certifications a plus.2+ years experience in software or web application development.2+ year experience as a mentor or trainer.2+ years experience with Python or PHP; additionally, knowledge of SQL, HTML, C or other relevant programming languages is a great advantage

South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited, a key player in the Sugar industry in Kenya wishes to enhance its human capital base by filling the following Senior Management positions with talented and qualified Kenyan citizens:-

1. Head of Procurement

Reporting to Managing Director, Head of Procurement will be responsible for;

Overall Planning and Coordination of Procurement Departmental functions by delivering, storage and ensuring timely distribution of goods and services to user departmentsAdvice Management and the Board on procurement and stores policy formulation and reviews.Implementing procurement policies and procedures for effective management of procurement services in the organization.Providing Technical support on matters relating to procurement in accordance with statutory requirements and proceduresPreparing in liaison with respective User Departments and implementing the Organization’s Procurement and Disposal plan in line with corporate objectivesDeveloping strategies to improve Supplier performance and continuous appraisalEnsuring goods and services are ordered as per the required specifications and within the acceptable lead - timeIntegrate market trends and changes in procurement regulations in procurement processes and advising management accordinglyOverseeing functions of all procurement related committeesCoordinating preparation and distribution of tender documentsConduct periodic market surveys to aid development of an effective procurement functionInventory and Supplier managementPreparation of procurement/ disposal planCompliance with procurement statutory regulationsDegree in business or related field with at least five years relevant work experience which must have been gained at managerial level in a large and busy industrial or manufacturing concernPost graduate diploma in purchasing and suppliesFull member of CIPS or KISMA person of High integrity and good interpersonal and communication skillsIT proficiency –working packagesMinimum age 30 years 2. Security Manager

Reporting to Managing Director, the Security Manager will be responsible for:

Providing a comprehensive security system to ensure maximum protection of Company property and vital installationsAdvising Management on matters relating to security and safety of the organizationEnsuring maximum security vigilance and co-ordinated patrols throughout the CompanyDeployment of adequate security guards to all the key areas of the CompanyFraud detection investigationConducting internal investigations on Road Traffic Accidents in liaison with the Traffic Police and other security agenciesDeveloping and maintaining maximum discipline within the security force.Bachelor of Arts (Criminology) degree; or Bachelors degree in Social Sciences with a Postgraduate qualification in Security ManagementBe in possession of a Certificate in Fraud investigationsAt least 5 years relevant experience in security management acquired in the industry or from the Kenyan Armed ForcesCertificate of Discharge (Red Book for members of the Armed Forces) with a minimum rating of “VERY GOOD”Must be IT proficient, and must demonstrate ability to work under pressureMust be of high integrityExcellent analytical and report writing skillsMust be in possession of valid Kenyan Driving LicenseMinimum age of 30 years 3. Fitness Instructor (Contract)

Reporting to the Medical Officer, the fitness instructor will be responsible to:

Day to day running, planning, supervisory of activities of the Gym.Training of staff under him/her.Education of employees and their dependants against lifestyle diseases.Taking care of the Gym, equipments and their maintenance.Budgeting, procurement and planning of the section.Involved in sporting activities that promote and educate on physical fitness.Bachelor Degree in Sports Science, Recreation Management or Physical Education.Ability to Conduct Variety of Aerobic Classes.Ability to Plan and Implement Fitness Programmes for Clients.Administer Fitness Test and Evaluation on Clients.Have at least one year experience as Fitness Instructor.Experience in a corporate gym will be an added advantage.If you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your hand written applications with copies of your certificates and a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) to reach the company at the address provided below not later than December, 2011.

Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P O Box 107-40405
Sare-Awendo

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Open to:All Interested Candidates
Position:Language Instructor (Kiswahili)Opening:June 17, 2011
Closing:June 24, 2011
Work Hours: Part-time; 20 hour work week
Salary:
Not-Ordinarily Resident: Position Grade: FP-8

Ordinarily Resident: Position Grade: FSN-205-6
(A higher step and salary may be granted based on superior qualifications).

The Human Resources Office (HRO) has an opening for the position of Language Instructor (Kiswahili).The incumbent of this position will work in “Part-Time” status (20 hour work week). The position will beavailable immediately.

The Language Instructor will instruct employees and/or dependents in the Kiswahili Language. NOTE: All must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Completion of secondary school is required; two years formal training in Kiswahili language also required.
One to three years of experience in positions requiring the application of instructional skills and techniques and effective communication with students to gain and hold their interest required. Level IV (fluent) English ability is required and Level IV (fluent) Kiswahili ability also required.
Ability to communicate effectively with the relatively mature level of students (employees) being taught. WHEN EQUALLY QUALIFIED, U.S. CITIZEN ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBER (USEFMs) AND U.S.
VETERANS WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCE. THEREFORE, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE
CANDIDATES SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS ABOVE IN THE
APPLICATION. Additional Selection Criteria:Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.

Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.

Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.

Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Applicants must be available for an interview and for proficiency testing as required by the selecting official.

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) found on: http://nairobi.usembassy.gov/root/pdfs/emplyform.pdf
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional U.S. Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above. The Human Resources Office,
P. O. Box 606 Village Market, 00621
Nairobi, Kenya.
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 254-2-363-6091
FAX: 254-2-363-6097

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

* Qualification- Degree in IT
* Minimum 1 year teaching experience
* Mobile software programming experience is a plus

Successful candidates will be required to start immediately.

If you are interested, send your CV to: javalocal@ovi.com

Deadline: 1st February 2011

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The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya which is an agency of The Aga Khan Development Network.

The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities in East Africa, which includes clinics, general hospitals, and the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi. It provides medical care to the population of west Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex medical conditions.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu affirmed its quality practices by achieving ISO 9001:2000 accreditation in 2004, which was upgraded to ISO 9001:2008 in 2009 and is moving towards higher standards of quality and clinical excellence.

The hospital invites qualified candidates to be considered for the following position:

1. Pharmacist
(Two Posts)

Overall Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will be responsible to, among others:

Provide leadership in the management, use and control of pharmaceuticals in the hospital.Work with all stakeholders (including doctors and nurses) in ensuring efficient, ethical and safe application of pharmaco-therapy in patient management.Advice the hospital management in best practices in procurement and control of drugs.Participate in the hospital’s continuing medical education programs as far as pharmacy practice is concerned in order to continually improve quality of service.Participate in clinical ward rounds with doctors.Bachelor of Pharmacy from a recognized institution.Registration Certificate and Practice License from Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board.At least one-year working experience in a busy hospital setup.Experience in Clinical Pharmacy and knowledge of computer packages will confer added advantage.2. Clinical Nurse Instructor

Overall Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for imparting knowledge, skills and best practice to nursing staff by means of demonstrating and developing the competencies required to meet the care needs of all categories of patients at the Hospital.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (KRCHN/KRN/M) or above from an accredited School of Nursing.Formal post-basic qualification in clinical teaching.Certification in ACLS, ATLS will be added advantageAt least 3 years experience in a similar position in a busy Hospital.Valid Kenyan nursing practice licenseExcellent PR and communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft office packages.Applications indicating current remuneration package accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, names, addresses and telephone contacts of three referees should be addressed to:-

Human Resource Manager
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P O Box 530-40100
Kisumu

Email: adminsecretary@akhskenya.org

Applications to be received not later than 12th November 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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