British Council Programme Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

The British Council is UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. 

We build trust and understanding between people worldwide by enabling them to share ideas and knowledge. 
 

Programme Manager - Prevention of Violence against Women and Girls through Football
 

The British Council, together with partners in the UK and Kenya have developed a football-based programme in Kenya to work with young people on the prevention of violence against women and girls (VAWG), by building on the existing Premier Skills programme. 

British Council is seeking to locally appoint an experienced, full time, Kenya-based Programme Manager.
 

Key areas of responsibilities:-

• Providing overall strategic leadership to the management of the Programme, with responsibility for meeting programme objectives and oversight of programme implementation in Kenya;
• Ensuring the delivery of the programme meets the requirements and expectations of the funder;
• Acting as spokesperson for the Programme, representing and advocating and communicating its work on local and national platforms;
• Relationship management as the primary liaison between British Council internal project leadership both in Nairobi and the UK, national partners and local partners and stakeholders within the project communities;
• Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of the overall programme, and preparing reports to the client for timely submission;
• Performance and results-based monitoring of the Programme and communicating this to funders, partners and stakeholders;
• Managing and coordinating the work of all long- and short-term staff and subcontractors;
• Managing the contributions and dynamics of the various partnerships in-country as well as the schedules and functioning of the national steering committee of the programme.

Qualification and Experience
 

Essential

• Expertise in VAWG and track record of managing successful interventions, in particular those focused on attitude and behaviour change;
• Experience of working with international donors/funders, and strong understanding of donor policies and approaches;
• Track record of successful management, design and delivery of complex programmes for large international donors (minimum of five years’ experience);
• Strong team-building skills and experience of relationship and partner management, including managing teams across multiple sites and working with international and national partner organisations;
• A strong learning orientation and commitment to improving the global evidence base on what works to prevent violence against women and girls;
• Experience of managing monitoring and evaluation processes and measuring results, with excellent client reporting skills;
• Excellent financial management and reporting skills;
• Excellent communication skills, including strong presentation and facilitation skills and ability to work on VAWG/gender equality in a sensitive, context-appropriate way;
• Extensive experience of working in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Kenya;
• Relevant degree e.g. social studies, gender, politics.

Applicants who meet the essential requirements of the post should visit http://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/jobs and follow the “Job Opportunities Worldwide” tab and look for “See our current vacancies”. Click on “External Vacancies” and filter for “Kenya”.

The British Council is committed to a Child Protection Policy: applications will be considered only for candidates who declare their agreement to the policy.

Deadline for receiving applications is 29th October 2014. 

Please disclose your current package in your application. 

Only candidates who are successful during short-listing will be contacted.

British Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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British Council Facilities and Administration Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

The British Council is UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. 

We build trust and understanding between people worldwide by enabling them to share ideas and knowledge.
 

Facilities and Administration Manager
 

We are seeking to recruit an experienced, proactive and dynamic Facilities Manager to assume overall responsibility for the management, maintenance and running of the British Council’s Office in Upper Hill and a number of staff residences. 

The Post Holder will lead on all aspects of Health, Safety & Security, as well overseeing outsourced cleaning, gardening and catering services.

Key areas of responsibility:-

• Ensure that the British Council office and residences are managed and maintained effectively.
• Ensure that HSS (Health, Safety and Security) standards are met in all premises and staff residences.
• Manage inventories.
• Support the negotiation of new leases and renewals in line with corporate standards and within local market values and ensure best value for money.
• Support the management of maintenance contracts to ensure that they are negotiated to offer the best possible value and return for British Council.
• Effective management of the facilities and administrative related vendors.
• Ensure the appropriate management of insurance for all premises.
• Management of the Kenya Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
• Promote awareness and compliance of Health, Safety, Fire and Security management.
• Ensure the Kenya Transport policy is up to date and adhered to.
• Oversee IT management.
• Ensure that we are fully compliant and proactive in all areas of our global environment policy.
• Management of annual premises budget.
• Ensure a high standard of internal customer care within the team.
• Line manage up to 5 Business Support Services staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree level qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. Business and/or Management / Estate Management)
• Financial, Business and Management skills
• Tendering and Procurement skills
• A strong track record in Facilities Management
• Customer Services

Applicants who meet the essential requirements of the post should visit http://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/ jobs and follow the “Job Opportunities Worldwide” tab and look for “See our current vacancies”. Click on “External Vacancies” and filter for “Kenya”.

The British Council is committed to a Child Protection Policy: applications will be considered only for candidates who declare their agreement to the policy.

Deadline for receiving applications is 29th October 2014. 

Please disclose your current package in your application.

Only candidates who are successful during short-listing will be contacted.

British Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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IRDO Senior Data Manager / Analyst Job in Kisumu Kenya

Impact Research and Development Organization (IRDO) is a national NGO with its head-quarters in Kisumu and regional offices in 10 counties of Kenya. 

IRDO is currently funded by PEPFAR / CDC to implement a combination of evidence-based, cost-effective structural, biomedical and behavioral HIV prevention interventions that target the general populations, youth, key populations and HIV infected individuals. 

We are seeking experienced and qualified personnel to fill the position of Senior Data Manager / Analyst, based in Kisumu.

Job Summary: The successful candidate will be the in-charge of the data management systems of the program, ensuring that data of the highest quality are collected across all implementation sites. 

Specifically, s/he will support the development of data collection instruments, develop standard operating procedures for data management and analysis; design and maintain databases; oversee data collection, entry and storage; and perform data analysis and support manuscript development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support in all aspects of data management related to the program including: designing of data collection instruments; designing and maintaining program databases; planning and conducting data analyses, interpretation and dissemination; assessing data quality.
• Identify and select the technology platform for the program database system; then, design, develop, and implement a relational database for the program to be used by the team.
• Provide training, supervision, and support to the data team on data collection activities across all the sub-counties.
• Ensure data quality through data validation checks, including discrepancy/inconsistency checks, real-time data monitoring, data cleaning, and report generation of records from the databases.
• Prepare and present analysis reports, summary tables, and graphics as requested. This includes interpreting, presenting and discussing results with the program team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Applied Mathematics or related field
• Excellent knowledge and experience with the development of relational database programs for entry of large data sets.
• Minimum five years of professional experience conducting analysis of qualitative and quantitative program data
• Proficiency in data management and excellent hands-on experience with major data analysis software packages (SPSS, SAS, STATA, CS Pro, etc). 
• Proficiency in Ms. Access and Ms. Excel compulsory. Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL 2008 and above.
• Expertise in statistical analysis, data management procedures and reports generation.
• Demonstrated strong background in manuscript writing.
• Experience in leadership and supervision.

Submit applications, complete with CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, letters from and telephone numbers of three professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 27th October 2014.

The Human Resources Manager,
Impact Research and Development Organization,
P. O. Box 9171-40141,
Kisumu.

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Medical Representative Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Medical Representative
 

Are you a self-starter, able to achieve targets and possess strong communication skills?
 

Additional Requirements:
 

Bachelor’s degree in sciences or diploma or Nursing degree / nursing experience
 

Medical sales experience
 

Able to travel for at least 3 weeks in a month
 

Able to identify and establish new business
 

Able to grow existing brands and business
 

Understand market conditions and able to undertake relevant research
 

Must be a quick learner and possess commercial awareness
 

Able to maintain detailed and organized records and submit regular marketing reports
 

Able to present and communicate to prospective doctors/nurses on a one on one and formal setting.
 

Team player and able to close the deal
 

Able to host company suppliers and coordinate product launches and company events at all levels
 

Able to understand company products quickly and to continuously be updating the sales manager on market position.
 

Please send detailed CV to jobsattnf@gmail.com by October 31st, 2014

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Kenya Markets Trust Senior Managers (Dairy, Seed & Inputs and Water Services) Job Vacancies

Vacancies: Senior Managers (Dairy, Seed & Inputs and Water Services)

3 Posts

Kenya Markets Trust, is a non-profit organisation working to transform the performance of key agricultural markets and basic service sectors so that they can function better and improve the lives of those participating in them whether as producers, employees or consumers.

To achieve these objectives KMT seeks to catalyse private sector innovation and partnerships, recognising that better functioning markets are the main mechanism for enabling economic growth and poverty reduction in Kenya.

KMT is seeking to recruit 3 Senior Managers to lead and coordinate its work in Dairy, Access to Quality Seed & Agricultural Inputs, and Improved Water Service Delivery. 

Reporting to the Portfolio Director, each Senior Manager will work with partners and KMT staff to set
sector strategy and provide technical know how and expertise to guide strategy implementation in their assigned sector. 

The successful candidate(s) will bring expertise in the practical application of market development approaches, as well as extensive experience in the relevant sector to which they have applied.

As part of KMT’s management team, he/she will be capable of setting sector strategy, managing implementing partners, building partnerships with the private sector and across government, and driving staff and team learning ensuring strong team performance through the delivery of results. 

Over the longer term, he/she will leverage successful strategy implementation in their chosen sector to attract additional funding in support of KMT’s market development mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sector wide strategies that are aligned to and significantly contribute towards the achievement of KMT’s market development mission.
• Accountable for all deliverables and results related to their specific sector, including maintaining focus on achieving impact at scale.
• Develop partnerships with the private sector, government and other key market actors in the sector assigned
• Develop and manage budget and resource, ensuring that the sector team has the resources required to deliver expected results.
• Initiate and support various research process and ensure the use of evidence and results to inform strategy, promote learning and demonstrate impact and support innovation
• Manage implementing partners and staff, working to promote the market development approach in all aspects of the sector related work

The Senior Manager will:

• have demonstrable knowledge and senior level experience in the relevant sector
• have extensive experience of stakeholder engagement; developing partnerships and managing relationships with the private sector, government (both central and local), donors, and NGOs.
• have programme management expertise and experience and expertise in either the making markets work for the poor approach (M4P), USAID’s market facilitation approach and or value chain development
• have strong relationship management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships, influence and motivate employees, stakeholders and partners
• possess prior M & E experience, particularly in the context of developing results chains and log frames, with prior knowledge of the Donor Committee for Enterprise Development’s (DCED) Results Measurement Standard for Private Sector Development Programmes an advantage
• have strong financial management and reporting skills with experience managing sub contractual relationships and/or grant agreements• have strong analytical skills, excellent writing skills and be proficient in the use of MS Office tools
• possess a high level of integrity and commitment to the vision of the organisation
• be an enthusiastic, pragmatic and energetic hands-on individual

Applicants will have

• a first degree in a relevant discipline such as Economics, Agribusiness, Development Studies, Business Management, Finance and Accounting, Marketing, and a post graduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
• a minimum of 10 years’ working experience leading/managing a private sector development programme, preferably with a specific focus on market development, or value chain improvement; 
• with at least 3 years’ experience gained at a management level.
• Candidates with extensive experience leading and managing private sector companies in the relevant sectors are also strongly encouraged to apply.

If you are interested in the above position and meet the above criteria, please send in your application via electronic mail to SPMKMT@tgagroupea.com attaching a full résumé / curriculum vitæ and details of your current salary package in Microsoft Word Document (.doc /.docx) format.

Website: www.kenyamarkets.org

Your application should reach us on or before Saturday 8th November 2014. 

An attractive and competitive package will be offered to the appointed candidates.

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Kuehne + Nagel Motor Vehicle Division Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Kuehne + Nagel Ltd is one of the world’s leading logistics group with about 63,000 employees stationed at over 1000 locations in over 100 countries worldwide and are skilled in all forms of global transport by sea, air, overland and in providing high quality integrated logistics services. 

Kuehne + Nagel is headquartered in Schindellegi, Switzerland.

Kuehne + Nagel seeks to recruit a highly competent and self-driven individual to fill in the following position in our Motor Vehicle Department in Nairobi.
 

Manager, Motor Vehicle Division, Nairobi
 

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with the customer’s management.
• Analyse and manage motor vehicle projects from a logistics perspective.
• Capable of developing the business.
• Be the key contact person for all contract and operational matters.
• Take responsibility and coordinate actions between respective Kuehne + Nagel operations globally with respect to problem solutions, improvement activities.
• Retain customer business and improve contractual conditions leading to increased profitability.
• Enhance existing customer business by offering additional services.
• Align customer KPI requirements, secure comprehensive and correct reporting by Kuehne + Nagel operations, report KPI’s to customer, initiate corrective actions on Kuehne + Nagel and customer side.
• Organise regular meetings with the client and relevant operations staff to report performance and receive an update from client on challenges and future plans.
• Full P & L responsibility.
• Cross-sell Kuehne + Nagel services.
• Develop and implement account plans for clients.
• Drive proactive suggestions for continuous improvement.
• Maintain close communication with customer and Kuehne + Nagel’s operations team to ensure uniform understanding of customer expectations relative to operational solutions, timeline, costs and results.
• Enforce SOP introduction and compliance.

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Degree in Business Management/Logistics.
• Knowledge and experience in both air and sea import processes in Kenya.
• Previous managerial experience with some accounting knowledge.
• 5 years Experience in the Logistics Industry.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team motivator.
• Computer literate.

Qualified candidates should send their applications including a cover letter complete with a detailed updated CV with three referees and their email contacts. 

Applications should be addressed to hr.nairobi@kuehnenagel.com subject clearly marked with the respective position to reach us on or before 23rd October 2014. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Kericho Water & Sanitation Company Commercial Officer (Customer Service) Job in Kenya

Kericho Water & Sanitation Company Limited (KEWASCO) is a Private Company established under the company‘s Act CAP 486, Laws of Kenya and is wholly owned by the County Government of Kericho.

Incorporated in October 1997, we have been contracted by Lake Victoria South Water Services Board to provide Water & Sanitation services within Kericho County. This is through a Service Provision Agreement (SPA).

Our vision is to be a Model of Excellence in Water and Sanitation Services provision in the sector and to this end; we have implemented best practices in the sector especially in the automation of the Systems. 

In particular we have implemented a Customer Relation Management System in addition to our GIS System and our efficient billing and accounting software. 

Our mission is to optimally provide adequate, safe, reliable water and sanitation services to our customers at a commercially sustainable level: to this end we plan to implement world class performance, quality and efficiency management systems including ISO, Six Sigma, the Balanced Scorecard to mention but a few. 

We are committed to not only maintain the high level of customer satisfaction that we have achieved so far, but to also take it to the next level and maintain our position as a best practice organization. 

To support this we seek a customer centric and results-oriented, qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Commercial Officer, a key member of Middle Level Management.
 

Commercial Officer (Customer Service)
 

Reporting to the Commercial & Finance Manager, you will be responsible for all things Commercial i.e. overseeing / supervising Revenue Collection, Credit Control, Meter Reading, Billing & Customer Relations with the primary aim of maximising revenues and enhancing customer satisfaction in the Company.

Main Duties and Responsibilities;

• Develop departmental policies, procedures, actions plans and budgets in line with overall company mission and objectives and customer service charter
• Ensure the effective implementation of the service delivery, revenue generation and collections strategies.
• Effectively manage the customer service function in a manner that ensures the attainment of the set targets and promotes the Company’s brand.
• Promote a customer centric culture throughout the organization by developing and implementing positive customer management systems that provide timely and high quality client services and disseminating company policy and procedures to customers.
• Promote new ideas and business solutions that result in enhanced services to the existing and new clients
• Maintain comprehensive commercial information, including up-to-date customer database, that support Company revenue objectives.
• Ensure timely, complete and accurate meter reading, billing and subsequent collection.
• Carry out customer surveys and propose improvements arising from feedback received.
• Manage, lead and develop staff
• Manage and guide the operations of the customer service and call centre teams in order to efficiently respond to queries and complaints, meet satisfaction targets and meet service delivery requirements.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills;

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field (Commerce, Accounting, etc).
• Postgraduate Qualification in customer service or related field is an advantage.
• 5 years experience with at least 3 years at Supervisory Level in the customer service; water sector experience will be an advantage
• Experience of developing and implementing customer management systems and processes
• Proven experience of supervising a team; call centre management will be a definite advantage
• Demonstrable experience with CRM is a definite advantage; experience with ERP systems, Water Billing Systems (M@jics Billing Software) and Sage Pastel Evolution Systems is desirable.

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be offered on Permanent and Pensionable Terms.
 

How to Apply:
 

Applications should include a cover letter that demonstrates why you are the best candidate for the position you are applying for, a detailed up-to-date CV and photocopies of relevant testimonials, current and expected remuneration package, the names and addresses of three professional referees, an e-mail address and telephone number, and two (2) coloured passport size photos.

Applications must be sent via email to hr-recruit@kewasco.co.ke addressed to:

The Human Resources & Administration Manager
Kericho Water & Sanitation Co. Ltd
P O Box 1379 – 20200,

Kericho

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 

Closing date: 31st October, 2014 at 5:00pm.

Please visit our website www.kewasco.co.ke for more information. 

This recruitment is supported by Adept Systems, Management Consultants

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RTI International Regional Human Resource Specialist Job in Kenya

RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. 

With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research, development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. 

The Africa Regional Office supports RTI International growth and success in the Africa region by providing functional expertise and solutions. 

We seek to recruit a qualified candidate for the Regional Human Resource Specialist (RHS) role.

This position is responsible for the administration, coordination and facilitation of HR programs, processes, and operational support services for the RTI Regional Office in Nairobi.

She / He will also serve as the Senior Administrator of HR Operations for the projects in the region on HR activities that support, recruitment, on-boarding and orientation, HRIS administration, and HR compliance activities of local nationals. 

She/He will also manage the HRIS system uploads and data for integrity and reporting for the region. 

The RHRS will also oversee and administer local national employment activities to include; Employment Agreements, extensions, and other changes in local national employment status.
 

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, or related discipline with eight (8) years’ of relevant work experience in the Africa Region. 
• Donor funded HR program experience desired.
• High proficiency and demonstrated experience using HRIS e.g. PeopleSoft, Halogen, icims etc. 
• High degree of professionalism and discretion; culturally astute. 
• Must be discreet in judgment and management of confidential information and sensitive to data security.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills with ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a multi-tasking environment.

To apply, please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by 24th October 2014. 

We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

RTI International does not charge any fees for its recruitment and selection processes. 

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V

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Chain of Cafes General Manager and Head Chef Job in Nairobi Kenya

A fast growing chain of cafés is seeking to recruit well-qualified, dedicated and self motivated persons to fill the positions of a General Manager and Head Chef. 

Both positions will be based at Nairobi.

A) General Manager
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-

• Overseeing all operations and ensure smooth running of the cafés
• Set standards of operations
• Manage revenues and costs
• Ensure top level customer service
• Oversee Food preparation and presentation
• Ensure staff motivation

Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes

• Degree in hotel management
• Diploma/equivalent in hospitality is an added advantage
• Should have had at least 5 years’ experience at high level management preferably hospitality field and experienced in Food & Beverage and Banqueting
• Must be computer literate
• Excellent & proven Managerial and leadership skills
• High level of integrity, Honest, reliable,Self driven and Customer oriented

(B) Head Chef
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-

• Overseeing all Kitchen operations and food presentation while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and hygiene.
• Recruiting, training and managing the kitchen staff
• Selection and determination of food ingredients
• Ensuring uniformity of food production in all the cafés
• Menu planning, costings and food presentation
• Ensuring proper maintenance of kitchen equipment
• Ensure staff motivation
• Controlling food spoilage and wastage
• Determining the decides on the portions of food to be served to customers
• Maintaining inventory levels and stock controls
• Controlling and maintaining the required food cost percentage within the budgetary targets

Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes

• Diploma in Food production or related field
• Should have had at least 5 years’ experience in Food & Beverage and Banqueting
• Must be computer literate
• Excellent & proven Managerial and leadership skills
• High level of integrity and Customer service

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications and CVs stating day time telephone contact and expected salary to the e-mail: recruitment224@yahoo.com to be received on or before 24th October 2014

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Aga Khan Foundation Community Philanthropy Manager Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Community Philanthropy Manager
 

The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a non-denominational, international development agency established in 1967 by His Highness the Aga Khan. Its mission is to develop and promote creative solutions to problems that impede social development. 

AKF has worked in Kenya since 1974 in sectors that include civil society, health, education and rural development.

AKF is starting a 4-year project with USAID entitled the Yetu Initiative. Yetu means “Our” in Kiswahili, and the Initiative will help Kenyans assert, “These are our concerns, and these are our solutions.” Yetu will strengthen CSOs in community philanthropy, which occurs when citizens mobilize their own resources to address their community’s needs (whether these are very local communities, or even the global community of Kenyans).

Yetu will work with Kenyan CSOs to engage and catalyze citizen support for their missions. 

This initiative will be based on collaborative efforts involving the private sector, government and civil society.
 

AKF is hiring a Manager to oversee the effort, with ultimate responsibility for implementation; this individual will be highly self-motivated, engaging, proactive and energetic. 

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the Regional Programme Director.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Manage the Initiative - ensuring targets are accomplished, deadlines are met, and objectives are achieved;
• Coordinate a staff of 3, as well as numerous volunteers and subgrantees;
• Oversee all implementation aspects, including: work-planning, reporting, communications, monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, subgrant management, and financial management;
• Coordinate with a variety of stakeholders, including USAID, the Steering Committee, the Global Alliance for Community Philanthropy, the AKF-USA office, and especially the government of Kenya;
• Provide capacity-building to local CSOs in community philanthropy, sustainability strategies, marketing; communications, and other key capacities. Mentor CSOs to conduct campaigns to garner support;
• Constantly engage with businesses to solicit support and catalyze partnerships with CSOs;
• As directed, manage emerging programmatic issues and activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Master’s preferred);
• Minimum 5 years working with CSOs (7 plus years preferred), with at least 3 years in a leadership role;
• Minimum 3 years working in or engaging with the business sector (5 plus years preferred);
• Minimum 2 years working on USAID-funded projects;
• Experience with fundraising campaigns and other innovative outreach and sustainability efforts;
• Demonstrated ability to build CSO capacity;
• Demonstrated ability to network and catalyze cooperation and learning between disparate groups, including business and government;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Familiarity with key AKF sectors and the Kenyan context for civil society.

Candidates interested in this unique career opportunity should submit a cover letter, CV and the names and contact information of three professional referees by 31st October, 2014 to the Regional Human Resource Director, Aga Khan Foundation, East Africa, by e-mail to recruitment@akfea.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Aga Khan Foundation is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (www.akdn.org).

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ALS Limited Embraer and Helicopter Captains and First Officers Jobs in Kenya

ALS Ltd is the leading General Aviation Company situated at Wilson Airport.

It provides Aircraft with crew, maintenance and support for various operations within Africa. 

ALS is also involved in humanitarian projects.

We have immediate vacancies for the following positions:
 

1. Embraer (ERJ 135/145) Captains and First Officers
 

2. Helicopter AS350 B2/B3 Captain
 

Full details on the position scope, duties, qualifications and experience should be downloaded from our Website under the Career Page:www.als.co.ke
 

Applications:
 

If you meet the requirements of the above positions and are looking for an exciting career, please send your application accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with daytime contacts, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, logbook summaries (actual), six (6) months, twelve (12) months and total flight hours to either of the address indicated here below so as to reach us not later than Thursday October 30, 2014.

The Human Resources Manager
ALS Limited
P O Box 41937 - 00100, 

Nairobi 

or E-mail address:hr@als.co.ke

All applicants MUST also send a copy of their application to: 

The Director General, KCAA, 

P O Box 30163, 00100, 

Nairobi

ALS Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Aga Khan Hospital Patient Services Manager Job in Kisumu Kenya

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 include: Clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi.

 It provides medical care to the population of western Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex cases.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2008 accreditation, ISO 15189:2007 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has also expanded its services to Kisii, Kakamega, Busia, Kisumu, Bungoma, Kericho, Kitale and Homa – Bay Counties. 

It is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Patient Services Manager

Overall Responsibility

• The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating services at the front office, liaising between clinical staff and clients for effective dissemination of information, communicate with clients clearly regarding insurances, policies, payments, clinic appointments and ensuring minimum patients waiting time.
• Coordinate the activities of out-patient departments by working closely with other departmental heads
• Ensure adequate and effective communication between departments and patients.
• Proactively identify and deal with potential issues that would prevent timely and patient centered care.
• Receive patient complaints / department conflicts and investigate the same as promptly as possible.
• Review feedback received from patient satisfaction surveys, suggestion box, verbal feedback e.t.c suggest and implement ways to improve institutional performance.
• Supervise staff in the department.

Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Professional qualification in Customer Care or Public Relations is essential.
• At least five years’ experience in a busy service oriented organization.
• Excellent PR and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong analytical and problem solving ability.

Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees, current and expected salary details should be forwarded by 30th October, 2014 to:

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

E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org

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Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision Surgeons, Assistant Surgeons and Infection Prevention (Hygiene) Officers Jobs in Kenya

Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program (EDARP) is a faith based program under the Roman Catholic Church. Eastern Deanery AIDS Relief Program was founded in 1993 to respond to the numerous incidences of HIV infection which affected the communities living in the eastern side of the city of Nairobi.
 

EDARP Vision is to reduce the burden of TB/HIV in the eastern slums of Nairobi through innovative prevention, care and treatment strategies in a community based approach.
 

EDARP is currently seeking highly talented and hardworking individuals to be part of a dynamic team that will scale up access to Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) services in Nairobi. 
 

All applicants must demonstrate an ability to work flexibly and within team-based approach. 

Applicants are invited for a short term contract/LOCUM

VMMC Surgeon 
10 Positions 
 

The VMMC surgeon will work under the guidance of the VMMC coordinator, 
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform screening and medical evaluation of clients in readiness for medical male circumcision
• Provide voluntary medical circumcision to eligible clients as per national guidelines
• Preforms post-operative reviews for circumcised clients, including managing any complications arising from the medical circumcision and making referrals appropriately.
• Provide supervision and support to VMMC staff at the heath facility.

Requirements

• Be in possession of a diploma in clinical medicine or Nursing from a recognized medical training college.
• Be currently registered by clinical officer council or nursing council of Kenya
• Be trained and certified on VMMC

VMMC Assistant Surgeon 
6 Positions 
 

Assistant Surgeons will work as one of the team members on the VMMC teams to provide quality VMMC services on a daily basis to ensure the safety of the patient at all times.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Flexible to perform diverse clinical roles
• Assist in the screening of clients and offer post-operative reviews
• Ensure client safety, privacy, infection prevention challenges, and address other aspects of quality of care
• Verify and maintain information relating to patients including filling of client forms, registers, drugs and other supplies.

Requirements:

• Be in possession of a Kenya Registered Nurse or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse
• Diploma from a recognized Medical Training College.
• Be trained and certified on VMMC.

Infection Prevention (Hygiene) Officers
8 Positions
 

Infection Prevention (Hygiene) Officers will be expected to maintain high hygiene standards for the VMMC teams, as well as coordinate surgical instruments sterilization for all required supplies and equipment.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in management of equipment and supplies before and after VMMC services
• Ensure a steady supply of sterile MC packs the VMMC teams
• Ensure operating theatres, consultation rooms, and recovery areas are clean and ready for use during and after the VMMC service provision.

Requirements:

• Be in possession of at least the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, with higher education preferred.
• Be trained and certified on VMMC
• Have at least one years’ experience in VMMC work
• Demonstrate awareness of the Infection Prevention

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their cover letter and CV along with contacts of three referees to Recruitment@edarp.org  and vmmcedarp@gmail.com stating the position on the subject line.

Human Resource Manager,
Eastern Deanery AIDS Relief Program,
Nairobi, Kenya

Note: Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

EDARP is an equal opportunity employer

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Serene Landscapes Gardeners Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Gardeners

Serene Landscapes a Nairobi based Landscaping and Gardening firm is looking to fill the above positions .

They will be contracted to do garden maintenance jobs for clients, that include private gardens, or businesses or public areas like roundabouts.

The work is very physical  and involves moving from one station to another. 

Job Description

• Maintaining the grounds and landscapes for clients
• Planting lawns and flowers-Garden clean up
• Watering lawn and flowers
• Pest control
• Lawn mowing
• Hedge trimming
• Small scale installation works

Qualification and Competencies

• Minimum of KCSE Education
• Able to read and write English
• Knowledge in use of gardening machines
• Experience in garden maintenance
• An eye for detail and ability to do very neat work
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• No criminal record
• Good conduct

Salaries are based on qualification. 

Interested individuals to send CV and applications letter to serenelandscapes993@gmail.com 

Tel: +254789483408

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