AMREF Project Officer Pharmacist Job in Kenya

The AMREF Kenya Country Office is looking for a qualified and highly motivated individual to join a dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa for the Kibera HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment Project which is funded by Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The project focuses on the provision of integrated HIV/AIDS services which include adult and pediatric care and treatment, PMTCT, PITCT; TB testing and treatment; prevention with positives; community mobilization and capacity building with close collaboration with local and external partners.

The position is based in Nairobi and reports to the Project Manager.

Purpose of the Job

To provide technical pharmaceutical expertise in health care service delivery.

Specific Areas of Responsibility

• Receiving written prescription or re-fill requests and verifying that information is complete and accurate.
• Ensuring proper dispensing of drugs to patients in the health centre.
• Fore-casting drug needs for the health centre and satellite facilities.
• Co-ordinating, ordering and receiving of pharmaceutical equipment and drugs.
• Maintaining proper security, storage and records of pharmaceutical stock.
• Counseling and advising ARV patients on drugs dispensed.
• Establishing and maintaining patient profiles, including list of medication given to patients.
• Labeling and count stock of medication, chemicals, and other supplies and keeping proper records.
• Develop project activity strategy with timely and regularly reviewed implementation work plans
• Supervision of satellite facilities pharmacies.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project as per donor requirements
• Participating in operation research, documentation and dissemination of new lessons and experiences.

Qualifications and Competencies

The ideal candidate should have a Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized University. Excellent ICT skills. At least three (3) years of relevant working experience. Training in HIV/AIDS and TB will be an added advantage. Should demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently in multi-disciplinary and multicultural environment. Should be a team player, have excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional.

If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference numbers (KCO/HR/059/2011) in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, November 18, 2011.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

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AMREF Project Assistant Job Vacancy in Loitokitok Kenya

The AMREF Kenya Country Office is looking for a qualified and highly motivated individual to join the Unite for Body Rights (UFBR) Project, a project funded by the Dutch Government through the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Alliance.

The goal of this project is to improve the sexual and reproductive health and rights of youth aged 10-24 years.

The position is based in Loitokitok and reports to the Project Manager.

Purpose of the Job

To assist in technical expertise and support project activities and implementation of the project strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in co-ordinating and participating in planning and implementation of project activities.
• Advocating for direct poverty alleviation through SRH services; Comprehensive Sexuality Education, Reduction of Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV), Increased acceptance of Sexual Diversity and Gender Identity
• Assist in monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project.
• Assist in operations research and documentation.
• Assist in organizing and conducting field visits and meetings with relevant partners and stakeholders.
• Participate in development of new proposals and concept development for fundraising.
• Assist in control and account for the use of project resources and assets.
• Assist in managing relevant project financial transactions.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the project.

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Social Sciences or its equivalent.
• At least two (2) years work experience in a busy NGO.
• Knowledge and experience of SRH strategies/approaches.
• Experience in working with nomadic communities will be an added advantage.
• Must have excellent ICT skills.
• In addition the ideal candidate must have strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good communication and networking skills and should be able to work under minimal supervision.

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference numbers (KCO/HR/058/2011) in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, November 18, 2011.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

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AMREF Project Officer Job in Loitokitok, Kenya

The AMREF Kenya Country Office is looking for a qualified and highly motivated individual to join the Unite for Body Rights (UFBR) Project, a project funded by the Dutch Government through the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Alliance.

The goal of this project is to improve the sexual and reproductive health and rights of youth aged 10-24 years.

Purpose of the Job

To take lead in technical expertise and coordinate project activities and implementation of the project strategy at the district.

Specific Areas of Responsibility

• Coordinate and participate in planning and implementation of project activities using Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) methodologies
• Take lead in monitoring and evaluation of project activities at the district level
• Ensure data quality assurance and support partners in data management
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project as per donor requirements
• Participate in operation research, documentation and dissemination of new lessons and experiences
• Provide technical support in development and writing of new concepts and proposals for fundraising
• Plan and Implement capacity building activities for partners and stakeholders
• Plan and participate in field visits and meetings with relevant partners
• Manage and strengthen networks and partnerships
• Participate in the development and distribution of information, education and communication (IEC) materials for SRHR
• Control and account for the use of project resources and assets by stakeholders and communities
• Manage project finances and ensure accountability in all financial transactions.

Qualifications and Competencies

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors degree in relevant Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Health or its equivalent, a post graduate degree is desirable. Excellent ICT skills. Four (4) years working experience in project management in a busy NGO. Experience in SRHR and community development are essential. Should demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks and produce reports on time and work independently in multi-disciplinary and multicultural environment. Should be a team player, have excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional.

If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring better health for Africa, please quote the position and reference numbers (KCO/HR/057/2011) in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, November 18, 2011.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

 

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KBC Senior Legal Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is a State Corporation. Its aim is to inform, educate and entertain the public through radio and television services.

The Corporation wishes to fill the following vacant positions with result-oriented, dynamic and self-driven people to achieve its corporate objectives;

Job: Senior Legal Officer

Vacancies: 1 Position

Qualifications

The Role

Reporting to the Corporation's Secretary, the Senior Legal Officer will assist the Corporation Secretary in identifying, communicating and mitigating legal risks to the business of KBC in order to minimize undue financial costs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and vet contracts on behalf of KBC to protect its interests.
• Facilitate resolving of disputes in a manner that safeguards the KBC's position.
• Maintain stakeholder relations through organization of strategic meetings, investor briefings and handling of routine inquiries.
• Attend court, court registry and other tribunals to represent KBC in cases filed by or against KBC.
• Attend the lands registry, Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) and other registries to transact relevant business on behalf of KBC
• Assisting in ensuring KBC's compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements to avoid legal penalties.
• Brief and monitor external counsel to ensure legal representation is effective.
• Initiate and maintain effective working relationships with key user departments to ensure their needs are understood and appropriate solutions developed that support business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Commissioner for Oaths;
• Certified Public Secretary
• Over 7 years post admission work experience in Corporate environment or a busy Law Firm.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications stating their current remuneration and enclosing detailed CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, names of three referees, day time telephone contacts, so as to reach the undersigned on or before 25th November ,2011.

The Managing Director
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
P.O. Box 30456
Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Deadline: 25 Nov 2011

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