University of Nairobi :
External Project Advertisement
Applications are invited for the following positions:
Department of Clinical Medicine & Therapeutics CRISSP Project
The University of Nairobi,
through the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics, College of Health
Sciences, has received funding from the US Centre for Disease Control and
Prevention to support the Ministries of Medical Services and Public Health and
Sanitation implement high quality, equitable, accessible sustainable and
comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment and Support services in Kiambu
and Kirinyaga Districts in Central Province.
To achieve this objective,
the Project seeks to fill the following positions.
Project Director
1 Position-AC/5/219/12-
(CHS)
Location: Nairobi
- Applicants
should be holders of a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
(MBChB) and
- MPH
(Masters in Public Health) degrees (or equivalent health systems related
qualifications) from recognized institutions; and registered with the
Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Board with a valid practice
license.
- The
applicant should have at least 7 years experience in HIV Prevention, Care
and Treatment Programming within the public sector or large NGO/donor
environments and demonstrate experience presenting health systems issues
to public health policy makers and development partners.
- In
addition, they should possess superlative oral, written communication and
computing skills.
- The
project director will be a strong, strategic partner with the ability to
conceptualize, develop, and direct project results aligned to service
delivery partner and donor priorities.
The
successful candidate will have superlative communication and interpersonal
skills, with a track record in planning and execution; and expertise in health
financing, governance, institutional capacity building and/or health systems
strengthening and an advanced degree in a health systems related field such as
public health, health services management, project management or epidemiology.
Key responsibilities will include to
- Oversee
and guide the overall direction of the project
- Define,
develop, execute and continually update the project work-plan; and adjust
strategic goals, plans and operations of the project to meet service
delivery partner and donor objectives and targets
- Coordinate
logistical support for effective and efficient delivery of technical
assistance and institutional capacity development
- Represent
the project to the Provincial Health Management Teams, target District
Health Management Teams, the donor, project partners and other
implementing partners
- Provide
leadership and oversight for the project’s senior management team that
sets the overall direction for the project
- Oversee
and contribute to planning and reporting on project activities
- Oversee
project finances
- Oversee
and/or actively participate in the preparation of grant applications and
provide technical expertise for other resource mobilization activities
- Produce
reports, presentations and analyses that meet GOK and donor requirements
- Oversee
monitoring and evaluation functions
Finance and Administration Officer
1 Position- AC/5/220/12-
(CHS)
Location: Nairobi with frequent field travel.
Applicants should possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business
Administration, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or related field and
atleast five years of relevant progressive work experience, preferably in a
healthcare environment. Professional accounting qualifications, CPA-K, will be
mandatory.
Prior experience in audit
and knowledge of USG financial rules and regulations strongly desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) programs and
major accounting software systems is desired.
Those with
additional certification in human resources management, project management,
procurement and supply chain management or strategic management will have an
added advantage.
The Finance and
Administration Officer will be responsible for the coordination of
administrative, human resources, procurement and supply chain and financial
activities of the project.
The successful applicant
will
- Supervise
and coordinate the provision of all administrative, personnel and
financial support to the project, ensuring that appropriate controls and
reporting structures are maintained in accordance with Grantee and Donor
rules and regulations;
- Manage
projects accounting and financial systems by ensuring that appropriate
controls and reporting structures are maintained in accordance with
Grantee and Donor financial rules and regulations,
- Coordinate
and act as focal point for issues relating to finance (including salary,
and any other disbursements to sub guarantees.
- Supervise
subcontract and field accountants
- Prepare
monthly financial reports that include cash flow reports, audits and
projections
- Manage
logistic operations, including procurement, transportation, material and
personnel and ensure efficient and timely delivery of services
- Take
part in resource mobilization activities including proposal development,
costing and budgeting
- Develop
and implement strategies for capacity building of partner organizations in
all aspects of management especially developing mechanisms to mobilize and
manage resources for priority public health interventions
Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor
1 Position - AC/5/221/12-
(CHS)
Location: Nairobi with frequent field travel.
- Applicants
must have the at least Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5 years
experience in monitoring and evaluation.
- Those
with advanced training in health informatics/biostatistics will have an
added advantage.
- The
successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical
assistance to project partners in data collection, analysis and reporting
in line with the GOK and Donor requirements.
Specifically,
the position will focus on developing the capacity of partners to collect,
analyze and utilize data for all aspects of program implementation including
planning and quality improvement; develop and execute M&E plans,
understanding of reporting tools and project indicator definitions and
development.
Service Delivery and TA Team Leads
1 Position - AC/5/222/12-
(CHS)
Location: Kiambu/Kirinyaga
- Applicants
should be in possession of a minimum of MBChB degree from a recognized
institution and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and
Dentists’ Board and at least 3 years experience in HIV programming.
- Those
with health systems related qualifications (MPH, Project Management,
Health Systems Management or Epidemiology) will have an added advantage.
- Evidence
of training in aspects of HIV Medicine will be required.
The
successful candidates will be responsible for coordination of the activities of
the TA Hub responsible for implementation of quality, accessible and
comprehensive HIV prevention, care, treatment and support in partnership with
target DHMTs and HMTs.
They will also provide
technical support for the implementation of HIV prevention, care and treatment;
and TB/HIV collaborative activities; support mentorship and capacity development
of service provider members, implementation of community programs and quality
improvement systems and supervise TA Team.
Program Officer - Health Communication and Advocacy
1 Post AC/5/223/12- (CHS)
- Applicants
must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications,
Marketing, Public Health, Development Studies or related field, with
requisite experience in knowledge management and advocacy.
- She/he
should have at least 3 years of experience and demonstrated ability in
developing and implementing a wide variety of health communication and
advocacy strategies for multidisciplinary stakeholders.
The
successful candidate will be expected to assist the TA Teams develop and
disseminate relevant health messages, prepare messages for multimedia including
print, web, video and audio platforms.
They should also possess exceptional written and oral communication skills.
QI and Training Coordinators
2 Positions- AC/5/224/12-
(CHS)
Location: Kiambu/Kirinyaga
- Applicant
should have a at least a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with postgraduate
qualifications in Public Health.
- Candidates
with Diploma in Nursing with HND in Epidemiology or public health will be
considered.
- They
should have at least 3 years experience in HIV programming and superior
written and oral communication skills and be computer literate with
evidence of ability to use statistical packages.
The
QI and Training Coordinator will be responsible for
- development
and implementation of quality improvement systems, protocols and
procedures across program areas including establishment of quality
improvement committees and teams and quality improvement plans
- coordinating
the development of standards of care and standard operating procedures and
advocating for adherence to these standards
- reviewing
collected data and performing and reporting descriptive statistical
analyses to identifying patterns of quality concern
- conducting
clinical chart reviews and analysis of quality performance indicators
across project sites, and reporting on trends in care quality
- identifying
existing barriers to the Standard of Care, identification of training
needs, citation of gaps between expected and current practices, and
recommendations on further revisions to the standards/capacity building
- Coordinate
training and other capacity building activities.
Laboratory Systems Coordinator
1 Position- AC/5/225/12-
(CHS)
Location: Nairobi with frequent field travel.
- Applicants
should be holders of a BSc in Medical Laboratory Technology or Higher
National Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- They
should have a minimum of five (5) years working in a busy clinical
laboratory.
- Those
with additional training in GCLP will have an added advantage.
- Applicants
should be registered with the relevant regulatory authority.
- The
successful candidate will be expected to be knowledgeable in both medical
technology and management principles.
- He/
She should be a team player, have excellent oral, written communication
and computer skills.
He/
she will:-
- Conduct
training and on-site mentorship for laboratory personnel
- Support
expansion and implementation of laboratory services networks
- Provide
technical support for the selection, purchase, installation and
maintenance of laboratory equipment, reagents and controls
- Provide
technical support in development and implementation of laboratory quality
management systems
Supply Chain Coordinator
1 Position- AD/5/226/12-
(CHS)
Location: Nairobi.
Applicant should be holders of at least a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain
Management and at least two (2) years experience in the design, implementation,
and evaluation of health related supply chain activities.
The holder will provide
mentorship to partner organizations in all aspects related to supply chain
management of health commodities for program implementation.
Knowledge of and/or
experience in managing pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and other health-related
commodities will be distinct advantage. Evidence of computer literacy will be
required.
Department of Paediatrics7 Child Health Pace
Project:
Laboratory
Co-Ordinator,
1 Post-AD/5/227/12- (CHS)
An individual with professionalism, excellent communication skills, strong
organizational abilities and capability to work in a team-oriented, culturally
diverse and rapidly changing environment.
Qualifications and Registration
- A
Bachelor of Science Degree in Laboratory Sciences from a recognised
University
- Kenya
Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
registration
- Computer
literacy: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel Spread sheet.
Knowledge
- Understanding
of the principles and practice of flow cytometry, haematology, serology,
biochemistry and microbiology; experience with corresponding
instrumentation
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills
- Total
Quality Management (TQM) in the laboratory setting including ability to
write/edit laboratory SOPs, documentation of laboratory processes
- Ability
to prepare laboratory reports and work plans
Experience:
- Minimum
of five years of experience in a busy laboratory performing standardized
assays using flow cytometry, chemical, haematological and microbiological
analyses from patient samples and conducting site assessments
- Have
worked at a senior level of management in the laboratory and have
high-level problem solving skills and ability to work independently
- Experience
with accreditation inspections
- Demonstrated
professionalism and confidentiality
- Experience
in coordinating and conducting laboratory trainings in ART monitoring,
including CMEs and CPD
- Demonstrated
ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Comfortable
in a dynamic, rapidly changing, and highly competitive environment
- Able
to work effectively with internal and external colleagues and
collaborators
- Demonstrate
general problem solving skills on identified problems, and follow through
with required documentation of corrective action
Key
Activities:
- Plan
and coordinate laboratory training activities
- Write
laboratory reports on the various laboratory activities
- Train
and mentor laboratory technologists/BSc Medical Lab students in performing
ART monitoring tests (flow cytometry, haematological, chemical,
serological , diagnosis of TB and other opportunistic infections).
- Carry
out site visits for laboratories and monitor quality assurance
- Carry
out laboratory tests for HIV ART monitoring using flow cytometry,
chemical, haematological and microbiological analyses from patient samples
paying attention to quality control/quality assurance concepts
- Supervise
laboratory teams in quality assurance, infection prevention and control
practice
- Participate
in instrument maintenance including troubleshooting as necessary
- Be
a team member and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, sound
judgment, good communication skills, and ability to identify and resolve
policy and operational constraints effectively.
The
appointment is to begin on 1 October 2012.
This appointment will be
on a one year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and
availability of funds.
A competitive remuneration
package will be offered to the successful candidate.
Please note that the positions are full-time and are on a one year contract
terms renewable on mutual agreement.
Note:
- Applicants
should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications
letter.
- Applications
and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of
departments and applicants should state their current designations and
salaries and other
- Benefits
attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as
shown for each posts in the advertisement.
- Applicants
should also send soft copies of the cover letter, CVs and certificates to
principal-chs@uonbi.ac.ke. Please
note that this is a mandatory requirement.
- Applications
(Hard copies) should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CHS
the Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date-June 8 2012
1:25 PM
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