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Walter
Reed Project, HIV Program Kericho, in collaboration with Kenya Medical Research
Institute and Henry Jackson Foundation, is seeking to recruit qualified
persons to fill the following positions.
1. Assistant HIV Prevention Manager (MARPs, MC)
Vacancy
No.
SR 075
Key
Responsibilities:
Reporting
to the HIV Prevention Manager, the officer will assist the HIV Prevention
Manager to coordinate HIV Prevention interventions, particularly Male Circumcision
(MC), and programs targeting Most At Risk Populations (MARPs) in the South Rift
Valley Region.
The
position involves working with PEPFAR partners, relevant stakeholders, and
government departments to ensure provision of quality HIV prevention services.
S/he
will also offer Technical Support and Supervision to SRV PEPFAR partners
on MARPs programs and activity implementation amongst other assigned duties.
Minimum
Requirements:
- Bachelors
Degree in social sciences or other relevant field. Masters in Public
Health would be an added advantage.
- At
least 2 years’ experience working with HIV/AIDS programs.
- Be
conversant with National Policies and Guidelines in HIV prevention,
particularly on MC and MARPs interventions.
- Training
in project management and Research/ Basic Program Evaluation, data
analysis and interpretation is desired.
2. SRV PMTCT Technical Advisor
Vacancy
No. SR
076
Key
Responsibilities:
- Participate
in planning and implementing HIV Care and Treatment services in PMTCT
settings in our facilities.
- Represent
the program in National PMTCT technical working groups and train/mentor
staff on PMTCT related areas.
- Monitor
and evaluate progress of supported program areas to inform program design
and prioritization of needs.
- Liaise
with MOH officials and other stakeholders and give technical assistance to
the MOH on PMTCT/ EID matters.
- Develop
and implement strategies for new program areas such as EMTCT.
- (Prepare
budgets, work plans, reports and other technical papers as needed.
Minimum
Requirements:
- MBChB
Degrees from a recognized university. Masters in Public Health is an added
advantage.
- Registration
with the Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board.
- Three
years’ experience in HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment, PMTCT or Reproductive
Health.
- Be
conversant with National policies and guidelines in HIV, PMTCT and
Reproductive Health.
- Leadership
skills with ability to nurture good working relationships with partner
institutions and other stakeholders.
- Training
and experience in Mentorship and Quality Improvement programs will be a
distinct advantage.
3. Accountant
Vacancy
No. SR
077
Key
Responsibilities:
- Work
with partner institutions to ensure timely submission of periodic
financial reports as per contractual requirements.
- Facilitate
partner financial reviews through HJF’s financial framework and manage
administrative and contractual financial matters associated with sub
contracted partner institutions.
- Review
financial reports and accompanying documentation from partner institutions
for accuracy and compliance.
- Support
partner institutions on projects’ fund management issues amongst other
assigned duties.
Minimum
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Commerce/Business Administration and CPA (K), or equivalent.
- At
least 2 years’ experience in donor fund management, grants financial
reporting and liquidation of partner advances.
- Working
knowledge of QuickBooks accounting system is preferred.
- Experience
in a research set-up and basic knowledge of HIV/AIDS are added advantages.
4. Warehouse Manager
Vacancy
No. SR
078
Key
Responsibilities:
The
Warehouse Manager will be in charge of all Warehouse operations.
S/he
will oversee the efficient receipt, storage and dispatch of goods.
S/he
will manage staff, ensuring workplace health and safety requirements, and
oversee smooth operations at the warehouse including the security of the
building and stock.
S/he
will develop operational SOPs and recommend layout and space management of the
warehouse, control inventory levels and prepare periodic reports.
Minimum Requirements:
- Relevant
Bachelors degree and a diploma in supplies management.
- At
least three years experience managing a busy warehouse preferably in a
hospital/medical research setup.
- Must
have a valid and current certificate of good conduct, and knowledge in
relevant stock monitoring software.
- Demonstrate
leadership capabilities, honesty and ability to work with minimum
supervision.
5. Laboratory Technologist
Vacancy
No.
SR 079
Key
Responsibilities:
- Collect
specimens from subjects and performs tests and sample analyses in:
chemistry, Hematology, parasitology,microbiology, immunology and
urinalysis. Also prepares samples for storage and maintains specimen
inventory.
- Verifies
the validity of all submitted samples for specimen acceptability, labeling
and evaluates correct specimen for the tests requested; performs QA/QC
activities and reviews all tests results for accuracy and consistency.
- Performs
calibration, standardization and routine maintenance on laboratory
instruments among other assigned roles.
Minimum
Requirements:
- Degree
or Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent.
- Must
be registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technologists and
Technicians Board.
- At
least two years experience in a busy medical laboratory and good knowledge
of lab operations and procedures.
- Previous
experience in research and knowledge of HIV / AIDS related issues are
added advantages.
Terms
of service: Contract
for 1 year, renewable as per KEMRI Scheme of Service.
To
apply, submit your application letter, resume, testimonials, copies of
certificates and day time telephone contact(s) no later than March 14, 2013 to:
The
Human Resources Manager
“The Walter Reed Project” / KEMRI
P.O. Box 1357 - 20200; Hospital Road;
“The Walter Reed Project” / KEMRI
P.O. Box 1357 - 20200; Hospital Road;
Kericho,
Kenya
Indicate
clearly the position title and vacancy number.
Only
short listed candidates will be contacted.
Walter Reed Project, HIV Program is an equal opportunity employer.
