AKU Radiologist, Paediatric Intensivist, and Epidemiologist Jobs in Kenya

Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, not for profit, international University first established in 1983, with 11 teaching sites in eight countries. 

It is a non-denominational institution open to all, irrespective of religion, ethnicity, gender or national origin. Since 2001, AKU has offered academic programmes in nursing, medicine and education for and in East Africa.

The Aga Khan University and Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi invite applications for the positions below:

Full Time Faculty And Consultant Radiologist

• The Full Time Faculty and Consultant Radiologist will be responsible for acquiring and interpreting various types of medical images including Radiographs, Computerized Tomography Scan (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Ultrasound images to diagnose medical conditions. 
• S/he will teach residents and carry out research in defined areas as well as areas of professional interest and knowledge.
  The successful candidate should have a degree in Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS or MBCHB) and post-graduate in Diagnostic Radiology (M.Med Radiology) or its equivalent. 
• S/he should have at least two years’ experience in similar position. 
• S/he must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practioners and Dentist Board and have specialist recognition in Radiology.

Full Time Faculty and Consultant Paediatric Intensivist

• The Full Time Faculty and Consultant Paediatric Intensivist will provide clinical leadership in the paediatric emergency department and ensure quality management of all critically ill children in the paediatric intensive care unit and the high dependency unit. 
• S/he will also coordinate teaching of critical and emergency care to paediatric residents and carry out research in defined areas as well as areas of professional interest and knowledge.
  The successful candidate should have a degree in Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS or MBCHB) and postgraduate in Paediatrics (M.Med Paediatrics) or its equivalent. 
• S/he should have at least one year’s experience in similar position. 
• S/he must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practioners and Dentist Board and have specialist recognition in Critical Care Paediatrics

Epidemiologist

• The Epidemiologist will contribute to the development of institutional population based research capacity within identified Faculty of Health Sciences priority areas through funded grants, teaching and providing guidance to learners and faculty. 
• S/he will be involved in grant writing, research, teaching and methodology support.
  Applicants should have PhD in Epidemiology or other health related fields such as biostatistics, demography or their equivalent. 
• S/he should have a minimum of four years’ experience in similar position. 
• The successful candidate should also have demonstrated ability for independent scientific publication in peer review journals.
• Applicants should have a Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences or equivalent with a Degree / Masters as an added advantage. 
• S/he should have a minimum 5 years of experience in a well reputed health care organization with at least 2 years’ experience in management

Applicants for all the above positions should be computer literate with excellent communication skills.

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to, 

the Manager, Recruitment, 

Aga Khan University Hospital, 

Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, NAIROBI 

or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 3rd December, 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Kenya High Teaching Jobs

Teaching Posts

The Kenya High School invites applications for the following teaching posts to be recruited by the Teachers Service Commission (T.S.C.);

•  German / Other subject (s)
• Art & Design / Other subject (s)
• Chemistry / Mathematics

Eligible candidates should meet the following basic requirements;

• Be Kenyan Citizens and below 45 years of age
• Be holders of diploma or degree certificates
• Be trained and qualified as post primary school teachers in relevant subjects
• Must be registered with the Teachers Service Commission

Candidates should submit their applications enclosing C.V. day time telephone contacts, copies of relevant professional and academic certificates, and all other requirements to;

The Secretary B.O.G.
Kenya High School
P.O. BOX 30035 – 00100
Nairobi

so as to reach the school by 30th November, 2012

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IFC Research Consultants (Legal and Economic) Required for EAC Common Market Scorecard

World Bank Group
 

Investment Climate Advisory Services in Africa
 

EAC Investment Climate Program
 

Research Consultants (Legal and Economic)
 

Required for EAC Common Market Scorecard

International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries. 

We create opportunity for people to escape poverty and improve their lives. 

We do so by providing financing to help businesses employ more people and supply essential services, by mobilizing capital from others, and by delivering advisory services to ensure sustainable development.
 

IFC manages the Investment Climate Advisory Services of the World Bank Group which offers client governments a wide range of services to assist them in improving their investment climate. 

In Sub-Saharan Africa, the team has implemented reform programs for almost a decade, focusing on economy wide investment climate reforms, such as business registration and licensing, investment promotion, inspection reform, business taxation, trade logistics, regulatory governance and special economic zones.
 

As part of its framework of cooperation with the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat, the World Bank Group is developing and publishing an EAC Common Market Scorecard to contribute to ongoing monitoring of implementation of the EAC common market protocol. 

The World Bank Group is assembling a team of individual research specialists, macro-economists and legal researchers to undertake parts of this assignment. 

Eligible consultants are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest. 

Consulting firms need not apply. 

The positions are as follows:
 

1. Assignment Title: 1087904 – Lead Research Specialist 

(One Position)
 

To lead the design and management of the EAC Common Market Scorecard research process, according to the methodology note developed for the process.
 

2. Assignment Title: 1087833 – Macro-economist 

(One Position)
 

To lead development of economic indicators that will track trade and investment performance in the East African Community as part of the EAC Common Market Scorecard.
 

3. Assignment Title: 1088202 – Lead Legal Researcher for Free Movement of Goods 

(One Position)
 

To lead the research design, data collection & analysis, index construction and writing chapter report for Free Movement of Goods articles of EAC protocol.
 

4. Assignment Title: 1088206 – Lead Legal Researcher for Free Movement of Services 

(One Position)

To lead the research design, data collection & analysis, index construction and writing chapter report for Free Movement of Services articles of EAC protocol.
 

5. Legal Researchers for Free Movement of Capital (Five Positions)
 

To administer in-country data collection & analysis for the “Freedom of Movement of Capital in EAC” chapter of the EAC Common Market Scorecard.

Requires familiarity with financial services law in the specified country and be registered in the roll of advocates.
 

5.1 Assignment Title: 1089257 - Legal Researcher (BURUNDI)
 

5.2 Assignment Title: 1089309 - Legal Researcher (KENYA)
 

5.3 Assignment Title: 1089297 - Legal Researcher (RWANDA)
 

5.4 Assignment Title: 1089306 - Legal Researcher (TANZANIA)
 

5.5 Assignment Title: 1089301 - Legal Researcher (UGANDA)
 

IFC offers rewarding careers in a multi-functional, multicultural and global environment. More information about these positions will be found by going to the World Bank Group eConsultant2 (https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html) and checking the assignment title numbers. 

Expressions of Interest should be submitted, in English, electronically, through the same portal. 

Deadline for all applications is 22 November, 2012. 

Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

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Software Developers Attachment Jobs in Kisumu Kenya

Title: A 6 Month Software Developers Attachment 

(2 urgently needed)

About us
 

My Expert Desk Services is the leading business process outsourcing firm in Kenya with the head office in Kisumu.
 

We are outsourcing information technology, accounting and internet marketing services.
 

We serve clients in USA, Canada, Australia, UK, Kenya and places.
 

Description:
 

We are looking for a software developers graduates who are looking for opportunities to get attached to a leading IT firm.
 

This is a six month period after which a decision will be arrived at whether to absorb or release to the job market.
 

Duties

• Forming part of a larger teams developing systems
• Architecting systems
• Analyzing systems
• Providing support on routine jobs

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Development or IT/ computer science with major in software development or associated degree in software development
• Must have personal computer/laptop or unlimited access to a laptop/PC
• Must be willing to take or participate in challenging tasks.
• Must be willing to dedicate at least 6 hours daily

Skills Desired
 

For you to be considered;
 

1. You must be strong in Java and its libraries, PHP, C#, Python and or PHP frameworks like codeigniter, Yii, cake php.
 

2. You have demonstrated skills in these programming languages in the form of any completed application.
 

N/B
 

1. We need those who will be reporting to the office as normal employees when required.
 

2. You need to have your own working Laptop.
 

3. Sometimes we may require people to work from homes so personal computer or laptop is a MUST.

Additional Information
 

We are working on major applications developments and only need smart, skilled and knowledgeable people. If you know you can’t be part of this team under stated conditions, DO NOT APPLY.

Remuneration
 

We will offer an allowance  of Ksh.5,000 monthly. 

If you prove to have exceptional skills, you will be given a better offer immediately.

Send your CV and cover letter to the email or hand deliver to the office, addressed to:

General Manager
My Expert Desk Services ltd
Lower Ogata Street,
Opanga Building Second Floor Room 6
P.o Box 3110 Kisumu 40100
Tel: 057 20 21 501/0724481087
 

Or email jobs@myexpertdesk.com

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Italian Government Master II Level Scholarships – 2012/2013

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

Italian Government Master II Level Scholarships – 2012/2013
 

The Government of Italy is offering twenty (20) Full scholarships for Master II level to sub-saharan African countries, Kenya being one of them.
 

1. Area of Study
 

Architecture in Health. Successful candidates will be awarded a certificate of technical expertise in Architecture of Health on completion of the course.
 

2. Eligibility
 

Applicants must
 

a) Be those with Degrees in Civil Engineering, Architecture or Structural Engineering
 

b) Be 35 years and below
 

c) Be working in the public sector for at least 2 years
 

NB: Basic knowledge of Italian Language is a requirement.
 

3. Duration of the Course
 

Nine (9) months – 1500hrs: 2 months on-line learning and 7 months in Italy at Sapienza University, Rome. 

For more information on the scholarship visit the website. http:/w3.uniroma1.it/masterbmvo.
 

4. Application procedure
 

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor Room 2702. 

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke.
 

Completed application forms should be forwarded through the respective Heads of Department with attached certified photocopies of ID, Academic/Professional certificates, Transcripts, Birth certificates, CV and other testimonials should be sent or delivered to:
 

Director of Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology
P. O. Box 9583 -00200
Nairobi
 

The application forms should reach the Ministry not later than 20th,November, 2012.
 

Copies of the degree, CV, passport and Declaration stating the immediate return to home country after the course must be sent before to the attention of Prof. Ssa Francesca Giofre’: Email: masterhealthdesign@gmail.com

or post to: Prof. Ssa Francesca Giofre’ – universita’ degli studi di Roma “la Sapienza,” via Flamina 70-72, 00196 Roma Tel 390680916026/28, fax 390649919028/06 with the envelope marked “application for Master in Architecture for Health.

Note:
 

(i) Those with teaching duties in subjects related to the master in public universities and constituent colleges are encouraged to apply.
 

(ii) Those with organizational duties in health offices in public sector are also encouraged to Apply

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SMEC Engineering Jobs in Kenya

SMEC is a leading Consulting and Project Management company from Australia with some 71 offices and 5,000 employees throughout the world.

SMEC invites applications for the following positions based in Nairobi: -

1) Civil Engineers: should possess a minimum of BSc Civil Engineering and be registered with ERB. Should have 20-25 years’ experience. An MBA would be an added advantage. Salary $5000-$12000/mo

2) Mechanical Engineer: should possess minimum of BSc Mechanical Engineering and be registered with ERB. Should have at least 20 years’ of experience. Salary $5000-$10000/mo

3) Electric Engineer: should possess minimum of BSc Electrical and be registered with ERB. Should have at least 20 years’ of experience. Salary $5000-$10000/mo

4) Quantity Surveyor: should possess minimum of BSc Civil Eng and be registered with ERB. Should have at least 10-20 years’ of experience. Salary $3000-$8000/mo SMEC also accepts CVs of civil and electrical engineers with at least five years of relevant experience. 

To apply for these positions, please send your CV, to procken@smec.com by Tuesday, 20th November 2012.

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SMEC Engineering Jobs in Kenya

SMEC is a leading Consulting and Project Management company from Australia with some 71 offices and 5,000 employees throughout the world.

SMEC invites applications for the following positions based in Nairobi: -

1) Civil Engineers: should possess a minimum of BSc Civil Engineering and be registered with ERB. Should have 20-25 years’ experience. An MBA would be an added advantage. Salary $5000-$12000/mo

2) Mechanical Engineer: should possess minimum of BSc Mechanical Engineering and be registered with ERB. Should have at least 20 years’ of experience. Salary $5000-$10000/mo

3) Electric Engineer: should possess minimum of BSc Electrical and be registered with ERB. Should have at least 20 years’ of experience. Salary $5000-$10000/mo

4) Quantity Surveyor: should possess minimum of BSc Civil Eng and be registered with ERB. Should have at least 10-20 years’ of experience. Salary $3000-$8000/mo SMEC also accepts CVs of civil and electrical engineers with at least five years of relevant experience. 

To apply for these positions, please send your CV, to procken@smec.com by Tuesday, 20th November 2012.

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UNDP RFP for Developing an Effective Elections Media Campaign Strategy for the 2013 General Elections in Kenya

Request for Proposal (RFP)
 

RFP/UNDP-KEN/013/2012: Developing an Effective Elections Media Campaign Strategy for the 2013 General Elections in Kenya
 

1. Background
 

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will preside over the 2013 General Election.
To be able to undertake successful Elections, there is need to sensitize the public through a comprehensive Elections Media campaign strategy. 

The main aim of the strategy is to create positive awareness about the entire Elections process in order to prepare the public to participate appropriately. The strategy will enhance understanding, ownership and participation of Kenyans in the exercise. 

Accordingly, IEBC is seeking a consultancy firm to develop and implement the Media Campaign Strategy for the March 2013 Elections
 

A. The Assignment
 

The awareness campaign is an integrated media campaign to encourage eligible Kenyans to come out in large numbers and register as voters to increase public participation in the upcoming General Elections.
 

The underlying principle to enhance the full and equal participation, Special emphasis to be placed throughout based on gender balance and citizens with disabilities.
 

2. Objective
 

Objectives of the assignment are;

• To motivate and encourage citizens to participate in the electoral process
• To provide all necessary information to voters about how to participate in the process particularly given the number and complexity of the upcoming elections;
• To direct a special focus on special interests groups
• To promote integrity, inclusiveness and transparency of the electoral process
• To promote positive attitudes towards the electoral process and the IEBC

3. Application Process
 

For the full details and requirements please visit UNDP Kenya’s Website:
http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements the UNDP HQ http://procurement-notices.undp.org Website or on the UN Global Market Place: www.ungm.org/Notices/Notices.aspx
 

Sealed proposal documents comprising the technical proposal and the financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked RFP/UNDP-KEN/013/2012: Developing an Effective Elections Media Campaign Strategy for the 2013 General Elections in KENYA should be dropped at the UNDP TENDER BOX placed at the main entrance reception of UN Complex in Gigiri and addressed to:
 

Deputy Country Director (Operations)
United Nations Development Programme
UN Complex Gigiri
Block N, 3rd Floor,
P.O. Box 30218 – 00100
Nairobi.
 

The closing date for submissions is Thursday, 6 December 2012 By 12.00 Noon Kenya Time.

UNDP Kenya reserves the right to accept or reject any submissions.

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