MSD Medical Affairs Manager Job in Kenya

MSD is a global research-driven Pharmaceutical company dedicated to puffing patients first.

MSD discovers, manufactures and markets vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs.

A vacancy exists for a position in Nairobi of Medical Affairs Manager with major responsibility for Vaccines, Respiratory and Cardio (partially Hepatitis C Virus, HIV and Women's Health)

Summary of Position

The Medical Affairs Manager manages the medical activities for therapy area(s) for a country and partners with Global Clinical Operations (GCO) in conducting clinical trials.

The Medical Affairs Manager ¡s responsible for:

• Developing clinical trial strategy for the therapy area(s) in the country and taking appropriate action to ensure proper implementation.
• Establishing, managing and owning local Key Opinion Leader (KOL), investigator, and other key stakeholder relationships ¡n the therapy area(s).
• Advising business units on medical and scientific matters ¡n the therapy area(s).
• Providing input into local study feasibility and site selection.
• Implementing publication policy for the therapy area(s).
• Giving medical input into market access/access alliance.
• Providing medical and scientific advice to business units, market access/access alliance functions and others as required, as well as input into Health Economics.
• Providing medical and scientific training to the field force, Global Clinical Operations and others as required

Major Activities and Responsibilities:

The Medical Affairs Manager is responsible for all non-clinical trial execution-related functions in the therapy area(s), including clinical/medical strategy, MA, Investigator relationships and serving as a medical and scientific advisor to his/her country’s business units.

Approximately 80-90% of this position is dedicated to core responsibilities that include:

• Developing local clinical research programs and clinical trial strategies.
• Designing local study protocols and support operations.
• Providing input into global clinical research programs and trial/protocol design.
• Performing activities related to local Medical Research and MA.
• Advising business units on medical and scientific matters, including—but not limited to—scientific approval of promotional materials.
• Identifying licensing opportunities.
• Building, managing and owning relationships with local Key Opinion Leaders and other key stakeholders.

MSD offers a competitive package.

To apply, e-mail your CV to Rimple Shah at, rpshah@pplinternational.com

or fax to +254 (20) 826110

Closing date for all applications is Monday 28th March 2011

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KCB Bank Support Managers Jobs in Kenya

KCB Bank Group renowned for its diversity and growth across the Region is seeking to strengthen the Customer Service and Change Support Services.

To this end, the following challenging positions have arisen and interested candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications highlighted below are encouraged to apply.

Service Change Support Managers
RB 08/2011

Based at the Contact Centre and reporting to Service Change Manager, these positions will be responsible for driving customer centric initiatives in processes and systems in liaison with BSR and IT in order to achieve world class Customer Service.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify System Requirements for improved Customer Service
• Liaise with various business units to develop and support online service interaction systems e.g. Internet banking, web chat, social networks, Customer Blogs etc.
• Provide Functional Administration for all Customer Facing systems e.g. CIC for Contact centre and CRM for all frontline staff.
• Develop business continuity plans for seamless service during disruptions especially with CRM.
• Assist Service Change Manager in Project Management.
• Document efficient and effective processes / service level agreements for all customer service and contact centre work streams and channels in liaison with BSR
• Work with key stakeholders across the group to ensure compliance and service delivery objectives standards are achieved.
• Coordinate product campaigns and customer service awareness initiatives.
• Liaise with IT to ensure availability and up time of all customer facing systems.
• Vendor management on service expectations for all customer service systems.

Qualifications and Experience

For the above position, the successful applicant should have: -

• A University Degree in a Business related field.
• Minimum 1 year General Banking Experience
• Minimum of 3 years Project Management & Business Process Re-engineering

Experience.

• Sound Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management systems
• Strong IT Skills

Key Competencies and Attributes

For the above position, successful applicants should have the following attributes.

• Strong leadership skills.
• Be self driven with a bias for action
• High level of resilience
• Have the ability to work on multiple projects
• Excellent planning, organizing, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation Skills
• Proficiency in MS Visio and MS Project.

How to Apply

Interested individuals who clearly demonstrate the ability to meet the criteria given above should send their applications noting to include their current position, remuneration level and email and telephone contacts to recruitment@kcb.co.ke noting to quote the job reference number on the email subject field.

To be considered, your applications should be received by 29th March 2011.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

KCB is an equal opportunity employer

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United States Embassy Visa Assistant Job in Kenya

The United States Embassy has a vacancy for Visa Assistant.

The incumbent will advise customers on regulations and procedures governing the immigrant visa process. Reviews applications and civil documents submitted by visa applicants. Maintains required electronic and paper files. Prepares Diversity Visa (DV) and Immigrant Visa (IV) cases for adjudication by a consular officer. Processes Visas and responds to inquiries.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, English language or English literature is required. Two years of customer service experience is required. Level IV (fluent) English ability is required. Must have strong writing skills. Must have a thorough knowledge of Microsoft word, Excel, and Power point.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should fill an Application for Employment Form found on: http://nairobi.usembassy.gov/root/pdfs/emplyform.pdf and submit their application together with a detailed CV, and supporting documentation e.g. certificates via mail before March 29, 2011 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
P. O. Box 606
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

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KenolKobil Latest Jobs in Kenya

KenolKobil is the leading oil marketing company in Kenya. We have established a very vibrant regional presence, with strong subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Burundi.

We wish to invite applications from suitable candidates for the positions stated below to meet the following profiles:

Asset Manager

Personal requirements

• University level of education, preferably B.Com (Business Administration)
• Good Managerial and selling skills.
• Strong Business Acumen.
• Good Negotiation skills.
• Computer literate

Civil Engineer

Personal requirements

• Bsc. Civil Engineering from a recognized institution
• Proven experience in project management, design, documentation and supervision.
• Proven analytical skills and ability to deliver a technically sound business proposal.
• Computer literate and proficiency in engineering software eg Auto CAD, Microsoft Project.
• A driving license and a passport.

Key responsibilities

• Develop terms of reference, bills of quantities and evaluate tenders and proposals.
• Design projects and oversee detailed design done by consultants.
• Supervise projects to successful completion / implementation.
• Co-ordinate and supervise consultant and contractors/service providers.

Sales Representatives (Retail / Network)

Personal requirements

• University degree, preferably in Marketing, Mechanical Engineering/ Business Administration.
• At least Two (2) years working experience in FMCG or oil industry.
• Basic accounting knowledge.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• High integrity.
• Willingness to travel widely and be posted to any location in the country.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new business against set targets.
• Manage existing business in line with company regulations.
• Accurate record keeping and provision of timely reports to supervisor.
• Management of market intelligence.
• Efficient territory management to maximize sales volumes.
• Credit management in line with company policy.

Accounts Assistant

Personal requirements

• A degree in Financial Accounting/ Commerce.
• CPA professional qualifications.
• At least 2 years experience in a busy Accounts Department.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good communication and computer skills.
• Strong work ethics.
• Ability to function effectively within a team set up.

Credit Control Assistant

Personal requirements

• A degree in Financial Accounting/ Commerce.
• CPA professional qualifications.
• At least 2 years experience in a busy Accounts Department.
• Previous credit control experience would be an added advantage.
• Computer literate with solid Microsoft skills especially Excel.
• High level of accuracy and a good eye for detail.
• Strong work ethics and able to work independently.
• Ability to function effectively within a team set up.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the banking of all cheques and cash on a daily basis.
• Manage sales ledger allocation of receipts to correct customer accounts.
• Ensure all receipts (cheques, cash) are entered on a daily basis.
• Answer customer enquiries and follow up on delinquent accounts.
• Handle customer complaints.
• On a daily basis, actively review customer accounts following up on payments and outstanding accounts.

If you meet the above requirements, e-mail your application accompanied by your CV and daytime contacts to: hr@kenkob.co.ke

All applications must be submitted by Friday, March 25, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Save the Children Canada Health and Nutrition Manager Job in Kenya

Save the Children Canada works in 37 countries around the world to deliver child rights programs. Established in Kenya in 1984 our programs operate in Eastern and Central Districts.

We are a member of Save the Children International, the world’s leading independent organization for children.

Job Purpose

Based in Nairobi with frequent visits to project sites, the Project Manager is responsible to collaborate with local implementing partners to ensure quality programme management and oversight of the school health and nutrition project which aims to provide community and school based healthcare information to under-served, school-age children.

Key Accountabilities

• Using best practices and a child rights focus, supervise all aspects of the School Health and Nutrition project to successfully meet project objectives. Develop work plans and project monitoring tools.
• Lead public consultation exercises and facilitate school community participation.
• Prepare high quality, results focused reports on time according to agreed schedule; monitor financial expenditures and ensure timely financial reports.
• Document lessons learned; collect case studies and success stories for reporting and advocacy.

Essential Qualifications

• BS or BA in relevant field
• At least five years experience in effective management of nutrition and health projects, preferably in NGO setting
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with proven ability to work independently and achieve results at scale.
• Excellent spoken and written English and Swahili.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three referees and day time telephone contact to kfo@sc-canada.or.ke

or

Box 27679-00506,
Nyayo Stadium,
Nairobi

no later than 24th March, 2011

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