The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa) seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of a Chief Accountant to the Foundation charged with day to day management of financial operations.

The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Competencies, Qualification and Experience

Must posses a first degree in any business studies, business management and economics. An advanced degree shall be an added advantage.Must have professional accounting Qualifications – CPA or ACCA.Computer skills backed by high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office-word, excel and power point as well as operational knowledge of accounting software such as PASTEL, QUICKBOOKS etc.Must have analytical and strong investment evaluation skills.Must have risk and quantitative analysis skills.Must have business communication and interpersonal skills.Must have experience of not less than 5 years in a similar position or equivalent position.Must have internal audit back ground of not less than 3 years.Must be a person of high morals, integrity and shares the ethos of the employer.Must be between 30 – 45 years.Supervising, coordinating and managing the financial operations of the Foundation and its related investments which include guest houses, hotels, rental properties and Insurance Agency amongst others.Implementing internal controls at the Foundation and at its related investments units which include guest houses, hotels, rental properties and Insurance Agency.Performing financial performance monitoring of the Foundation and its units including guest houses, hotels, rental properties, Insurance Agency and reporting this to the CEO and the Board of the Foundation.For a detailed job description and qualities please visit our website: http://www.pceaheadoffice.or.ke/ for more information.

Interested candidates should submit their application to festgitonga@pcea.or.ke on or before 10th September, 2011

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Chief Accountant

The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the PCEA) seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of Chief Accountant to the Foundation charged with day to day management of financial operations.

The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Competencies, Qualification and Experience:

Must posses a higher diploma or a first degree in any business studies, business management and economics or social sciences areas. An advanced degree shall be an added advantageMust have professional accounting Qualifications –CPA, ACCAComputer skills backed by high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office-word, excel and power point as well as operational knowledge of accounting software such as PASTEL, QUICKBOOKS etcMust have analytical and strong investment evaluation skillsMust have risk and quantitative analysis skillsMust have business communication and interpersonal skillsMust have audit experience of not less than 5 yearsMust have internal audit back ground of not less than 3 yearsMust be a believer, a person of high morals and integrity.Supervising, coordinating and managing the financial operations of the foundation and its related investments which include guest houses, hotels and rental propertiesImplementing internal controls at the foundation and at its related investments units which include guest houses, hotels and rental propertiesPerforming accounting work at the foundationPerforming financial performance monitoring of the foundation and its units including guest houses, hotels and rental properties, and reporting this to the CEO and the Board of the foundationReviewing budgets, expenditure and investment proposals, and spending approval requests by the foundation and by its units which include guest houses, hotels and rental propertiesReviewing all accounting reports of the foundation and its related units which include guest houses, hotels and rental propertiesPreparing budgets of the Foundation and causing to be prepared annual budgets by the various units of the foundation which include guest houses, hotels and rental propertiesPreparing financial reports as deemed necessary by the CEO and the Board of the foundation.Shall be answerable to the Secretary/CEOProperties Officer

The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the PCEA) seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of Properties Officer to the Foundation charged with day to day management of properties of the foundation.

The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Competencies, Qualification and Experience:

First degree in Land economics or other related disciplineA minimum of 5 years experience in a property management firmMaintaining a record of all leases on properties owned by the FoundationEnsuring that all rates and rents due to government agencies are paid promptlyPreparing the relevant schedules of rent collections, arrears and defaultsEnsuring the collection of rent form all properties owned or managed by the foundationEnsuring currency of insurance on all properties owned or managed by the foundationUndertaking on a periodic basis the relevant inspection of all properties owned or managed by the foundation for purposes of repairs and maintenanceMaintaining a repairs and a maintenance log of all properties owned or managed by the foundationReporting to the CEOUndertaking the registration of titles and leases of all the properties owned by the foundation in liaison with Presbyteries, Parishes and Church institution.Shall be answerable to the Secretary/CEO.Interested candidates should submit their application to festgitonga@pcea.or.ke on or before 30th June, 2011.

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Projection and development of the PUEA Campus.Identification of Academic and Administrative gaps.Overseeing and Management of Campus Online and Distance Learning.Overseeing Student Enrollment, Retention, Advisory and Customer Satisfaction.Creating a student friendly environment through student activities and recreation.Positioning of the Campus in the competition of academic environment.A Ph.D. holder in Social Sciences. Those pursuing a Ph.D. can be considered.Experience in teaching, administration, students welfare and supervisory.Knowledge of Online and Distance Learning.Must have good communication skills (both oral and written).Must be a team player.The position requires one who is available immediately.

Applications accompanied by copies of certificates/testimonials should be addressed to:

The Registrar
The Presbyterian University of East Africa
P O Box 387 - 00902, Kikuyu

To reach him on or before 5.00 p.m. on Tuesday 7th December 2010.

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Projection and development of the PUEA Campus.Identification of Academic and Administrative gaps.Overseeing and Management of Campus Online and Distance Learning.Overseeing Student Enrollment, Retention, Advisory and Customer Satisfaction.Creating a student friendly environment through student activities and recreation.Positioning of the Campus in the competition of academic environment.A Ph.D. holder in Social Sciences. Those pursuing a Ph.D. can be considered.Experience in teaching, administration, students welfare and supervisory.Knowledge of Online and Distance Learning.Must have good communication skills (both oral and written).Must be a team player.The position requires one who is available immediately.

Applications accompanied by copies of certificates/testimonials should be addressed to:

The Registrar
The Presbyterian University of East Africa
P O Box 387 - 00902, Kikuyu

To reach him on or before 5.00 p.m. on Tuesday 7th December 2010.

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Applicants are invited for the following FULL-TIME positions in the academic fields of Business Administration; Education; Computer Science; Communication Studies; Hotel and Tourism; Health Sciences and Theology:

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in the relevant area from a recognized university.

Associate Professor

In addition the applicant must:

Have at least eight (8) years of University teaching, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer.Have successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters Students and one (1) PhD student since being appointed Senior Lecturer.Show evidence of continuing research including having published at least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed Senior Lecturer.Show evidence of having successfully applied for a grant/research proposal.Show evidence of attendance and contribution at learned Conferences, Seminars or Workshops.Show evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching.Senior Lecturer

In addition the applicant must:

Have at least five (5) years of University teaching, three (3) of which as a full—time Lecturer after PhD qualification.Have successfully supervised at least three (3) Masters students and one (1 ) PhD student since being appointed Lecturer.Show evidence of continuing research including having published at least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed Lecturer.Show evidence of attendance and contribution at learned Conferences, Seminars or Workshops.Show evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching.Lecturer

In addition the applicant must:-

Have presented at least three (3) Seminar papers or has two (2) publications in refereed journals.Full-time University teaching experience as a Tutorial Fellow or Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years.In addition the applicant must fulfill the following academic field requirements:

School of Business Studies

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Accounting, Economics and Finance; Marketing; Management or Human Resource Management.

Associate Professor (1 post):Senior Lecturer (2 posts):Lecturer (9 posts): First degree in Business Administration OR Commerce a MUST.School of Education

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Mathematics, Physics, Biology, English; Kiswahili; History; Geography; CRE; Early Childhood or Special Education.

Associate Professor (1 post)Senior Lecturer (2 posts)Lecturer (5 posts): First degree in Education a MUST.School of Computer Science

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Software Engineering/Information Systems; Distributed Systems and Artificial Intelligence.

Associate Professor (1 post)Senior Lecturer (2 posts)Lecturer (6 posts): First degree in Computer Science a MUST.School of Communication Studies

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Journalism, Communication Studies, Mass Communication and Public Relations.

Associate Professor (1 post)Senior Lecturer (2 posts)Lecturer (1 post): First degree in Journalism, Communication Studies, Mass Communication OR Public Relations a MUST.School of Hotel and Tourism

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Hotel Management, Catering OR Food and Beverage.

Associate Professor (1 post)Senior Lecturer (2 posts)Lecturer (1 post): First degree in Hotel Management, Catering or Food and Beverage a MUST.School of Health Sciences

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: General Nursing; Community Health; OR Reproductive Health.

Associate Professor (1 post)Senior Lecturer (2 posts)Lecturer (2 posts): First degree in General Nursing; Community Health; OR Reproductive Health a MUST.School of Theology

Specialization in one or more of the following areas: Old Testament; New Testament; Systematic Theology; Church History; OR Practical Theology.

Associate Professor (1 post)Senior Lecturer (2 posts)Lecturer (1 post): First degree in : Old Testament; New Testament; Systematic Theology; Church History; OR Practical Theology a MUST.Associate Professor: KShs. 92,000 X 2,200 — 125,000Senior Lecturer: KShs. 78,000 X 2,000 — 110,000Lecturer: KShs. 63,000 X 1,800 —90,000Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of: application letters; certified copies of certificates; and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30th November 2010.

Applications should be to the following:

The Registrar,
Presbyterian University of East Africa,
P.O. Box 387 Code 00902, Kikuyu, Kenya

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The Church is recruiting a competent Christian Professionals to fill the following vacant positions in their Mission Hospital located in Eastern Region.

1. Chief Medical Officer

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position will provide effective guidance and leadership to the Hospital at all levels.

Key functions will include:-

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides leadership and expertise for hospital quality and clinical effectiveness. The CMO will evaluate and optimize the care management approach, process of disease management, patient satisfaction, patient safety and develop processes to assure appropriateness of care including length of stay and ancillary resource utilization.Provides an environment of quality and cost improvement that is data driven and develops systems to review utilization of resources and objectively measure outcomes of care in the inpatient and outpatient settings.Monitors physician and group patterns, presents data, analysis and interpretation to physicians and Hospital Administrative Team for review.Assures that quality management programs are carried out in all clinical areas through the development and implementation of effective disease management programs, clinical protocols and guidelines, other decision tools, and review of the outcomes.
Develops a performance database and other key quality indicators to provide leadership necessary to meet regulatory requirements and guidelines.Partners and collaborates with the medical staff and management team, facilitating teamwork and shared goals.
Help represent medical staff viewpoints to administration and relay administrative views to medical staff.Develops a clinical decision support system to access utilization, quality and cost data.
Provides strategic leadership by focusing teams and organization units on visions and distinctive strategies that result in excellent short and long-term performance in clinical services and financial outcomes.
Integrate evidence- based medicine practices wherever possible, building this into new and existing patient care delivery systems.The primary responsibility and authority for dealing with medical staff matters and concerns will rest with the CMO.
Facilitates, intervenes and moderates all major physician-physician, physician-patient, and physician staff concerns in collaboration with appropriate medical staff and executive team members.Establishes and maintains an ongoing program to orient and develop management expertise for Clinical staff and other medical staff leaders.
(S)he will develop and prioritize goals/objectives and work plans, including the definition and measurement of outcomes, which are consistent with the overall organizational strategy and mission.Implement organizational structures which promote shared accountability, high achievement and compliance with applicable laws and regulations: this to include electronic linkages and care delivery tools.Ensures medical staff development plans and programs are implemented and maintained as required by policy.Integrates clinical care quality and management with nursing, operations and finance: partners with members of the senior management team, particularly the Chief Nursing Officer, in this endeavor.Dedicates resources and time to developing physician leadership in an incremental manner, with a focus on the existing medical staff officers and clinical chiefs.Interacts with Health care partners at the corporate level, coordinating reporting and collaboration with hospital and system physician leadership and physician peers.Facilitating collaboration and teamwork with the medical staff.Medical education and training at institutions of high reputeBoard certification in a clinical discipline is required.Additional education and coursework in Management and business would enhance candidacyAn MBA or equivalent business experience preferred.At least 10 years of clinical practice, with a reputation as an excellent physicianDemonstrable leadership role and achievement in a complex healthcare delivery systemExperience in fiscal accountability and budgetingKnowledge and experience of quality infrastructure is needed, including how to develop and implement decision tools, clinical protocols and guidelines, care management programs, and outcome measurement assessments.40-50 years of ageNeeds working knowledge of information technology, including statistical analysis, clinical epidemiology and medical informatics: understanding of best practices and how to successfully introduce information technology into clinical practice.2. Resident Consultant Surgeon

Reports to the Hospital Chief Medical Officer

Duties & Responsibilities

Involved in regular and grand ward roundsConducts regular Surgical Clinics as per schedule to a large number of clienteleAvailable for clinical consultations, Theatre emergencies and clinical teachings to young doctors and Medical StudentsPlans and organizes for Surgical services delivery in the most efficient and effective manner.Liaises with Chief Medical Officer and Ministry of Medical Services to ensure high standards of services delivery and internship training.Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.Must have MBchB Degree from a recognized UniversityMust have masters degree in general Surgery from a recognized UniversityAt least one year Post Training experience from a busy health institutionMust be registered by Medical Practitioners and Dentist BoardMust have excellent skills in Orthopedics and trauma, General Surgery, and Urology, neurosurgery, Surgical teaching etc.An excellent team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.All qualified interested candidates should send to the undersigned their application letter, detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, current (if in employment) and expected salary, day time telephone contacts, two professional referees with contacts and a recommendation letter from one’s Parish Minister on or before 12th November 2010.

Secretary General
Presbyterian Church of East Africa
P.O. Box 27573 – 00506
Nairobi

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Applications are invited for the following posts:

1. Senior Administrative Assistant (City Centre Campus)

Minimum Requirements:

A Second Class Honours (Lower Division) Degree from a recognized University.
A CPS (Certified Public Secretary) II certificate or better.
Three (3) years working experience in a university particularly in student administration.In addition, they must be computer literate.The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties among others:
Assist in the running of a busy City Centre CampusPrepare timetablesAssist in the running of academic programmes including administration of examinations.Attend to student mattersBe secretary to Faculty Board meetingsLiaise with the Main Campus on various matters2. Assistant Internal Auditor

This is a responsible position in the department and applicants are expected to be dynamic individuals who are able to multi task, team players and result oriented.

Minimum requirements:

Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Management.They should also be fully qualified accountants.
However, applicants with CPA II with long working experience will also be considered.
Knowledge and working experience with Computer Accounting Software and Microsoft Office is mandatory.
Minimum of five (5) years working experience in a reputable organization in an internal audit department.3. Executive Secretary
1 Position

Minimum requirements:

At least KCSE Grade C or KCE Division III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English LanguageShorthand III (minimum 120wpm) or Audio-Typewriting III Typewriting 60wpm.Business English III
Commerce II
Secretarial Duties II
Office Management IIIDiploma in Business Management/AdministrationThey should have certificates in and be able to use Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Data Base Management packages.They must have at least three (3) years working experience as a Senior Secretary.4. Senior Secretary
3 Positions

Minimum requirements:

At least KCSE Mean Grade C or KCE Division III with a credit in English Language Shorthand III (minimum120wpm) or Audio -Typewriting IIIBusiness English III
Commerce II
Secretarial Duties II
Office Management IIITypewriting 60wpm.They should have certificates in and be able to use Word Processing, Spreadsheets andData Management packages.
They must have at least three (3) years working experience as a Senior Secretary.5. Procurement Assistant

Reporting To: The Procurement Officer

Duties

Sending out quotations to registered suppliers
Analyzing and evaluating quotations
Preparing and sending out purchase orders to suppliers
Receiving and issuing stores materials
Maintaining stores recordsMature and dynamic person below 35 years.Degree in Commerce or Procurement & Logistics from a recognized UniversityDiploma from CIPS or from a recognized institutionMust be computer literate5 years working experience in supply chain managementApplicants should submit five (5) copies of their application letter, CV, Certificates and Testimonials to:

The Registrar,
The Presbyterian University of East Africa
P O Box 387 - 00902, Kikuyu
Tel: 020 - 2019433, 020 - 2341510/1

Email: info@puea.ac.ke

To reach him not later than 3rd November 2010

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