Saturday, 14 April 2018

Corporate Staffing Services Job Vacancy : Accountant

Our client is a leading LPG supplier for both home and Industrial use. They are looking to recruit an Accountant who will be tasked with the day to day accounts operations matters.

Industry: Energy

Location: Nairobi

Gross Salary: 60k-65k

 Job Responsibilities

  • Ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting systems
  • Ensuring regular invoicing, receive and receipt payment
  • Administering VAT and processing returns
  • Administering the company’s payroll and associated statutory requirements (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, leave)
  • Undertaking daily banking functions and bank reconciliations. Deal with daily petty cash.
  • Undertaking the preparatory work for the annual audit of accounts and assisting in implementation of audit recommendations
  • Undertaking any ad hoc duties associated with the accounts function, including maintaining financial files and records, and photocopying.
  • Ensuring all filing is done in a timely, accurate and organized manner
  • Carrying out other related tasks as might be required from time to time

Qualifications

  • Bachelors of Commerce or related fields
  • A CPA(K) holder
  • At least 3 years’ experience in accounting
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, knowledge and experience in using Accounting Software packages such as Pastel, Sage, QuickBooks
  • The suitable candidate should be of unquestionable integrity and mature
  • They should also be dynamic and a team player
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines in a pressurized environment
  • Have high good attention to detail

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Leading Restaurant Job Vacancy : Delivery Riders

Responsibilities

  • Interacting with customers during deliveries
  • Collecting payments from customers and issuing receipts.
  • Maintaining one’s appearances and hygiene.
  • Maintaining the delivery bikes to ensure good running order.

Qualifications

  • Valid driver’s license for Motorcycle
  • At least 3 years’ experience in similar role for another company.
  • Customer serviceskills
  • Hygiene / cleanliness
  • Physically able to carry goods and go up / down stairs
  • Responsible and able to look after money.
  • Minimum KCSE qualification

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Kenya Red Cross Job Vacancy : Training Coordinator HR

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya, serving present and future generations.

The society is set to open a Drugs and Substance abuse Rehabilitation Center in Hindi, Lamu County.

The Centre will provide both Out-patient and In-patient services focusing on prevention, treatment and harm reduction of drugs and substance abuse. The Society is therefore searching for qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to fill the below position:

Position Title: Training Coordinator

Reporting to: Administration officer

Job Location: Lamu

Job Summary

Reporting to the Administration Officer, the Training Coordinator is responsible for managing, designing, developing, coordinating and conducting all training programs.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Map out annual training plans for the clients and staff based on their needs.
  • Design and develop training programs (outsourced and/or in-house)
  • Select appropriate training methods or activities (e.g. simulations, mentoring, on-the-job training, professional development classes)
  • Use known education principles and stay up-to-date on new training methods and techniques
  • Design, prepare and order educational aids and materials
  • Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on clients skills
  • Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with experts regarding instructional design
  • Maintain updated curriculum database and training records
  • Host train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts
  • Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment
  • Research and recommend new training methods
  • Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors’ degree in Education, Training, HR or related field
  • Two (2)’ years experience as a Training Coordinator, Trainer, Training Facilitator or similar role

Desired Competencies

  • Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting
  • Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation
  • Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools
  • Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate)
  • Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
  • Experience with e-learning platforms
  • Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet

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Kenya Red Cross Job Vacancy : Psychiatric Nurse (3 Posts)

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya, serving present and future generations.

The society is set to open a Drugs and Substance abuse Rehabilitation Center in Hindi, Lamu County.

The Centre will provide both Out-patient and In-patient services focusing on prevention, treatment and harm reduction of drugs and substance abuse. The Society is therefore searching for qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to fill the below position:

Position Title: Psychiatric Nurse (3 positions)

Reporting to: Head Nurse

Job Location: Lamu

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head Nurse, the psychiatric nurse’s overall objective will be to provide safe, effective and curative mental health services in the rehabilitation center.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and define mental health problems and needs of the patients in the rehabilitation center and provide technical advice on all cases of psychiatric disorders/other psychological problems.
  • Oversee and conduct mental health assessments, diagnose and plan individual case management of patients with mental health conditions in the center and refer accordingly.
  • Develop nursing care plans for psychiatric patients admitted into the ward and liaise treatment plans with the Clinician.
  • Work closely with clinicians and addiction counselors in development of treatment plans for individual patients
  • Design a suitable and relevant “Mental Health” training manual for the rehabilitation center
  • Identify and manage patients will mental health conditions both in the outpatient and psychiatric consultation clinic and in the community through follow-ups.
  • Manage in-patients with psychological morbidity or those admitted with known psychiatric disorders.
  • Manage patients with emotional and or psychiatric morbidity.
  • Provide psychiatric support by use of individual or group counselling and psychotherapy.
  • Training of relevant staff, CHWs, HP screeners, auxiliary nurses and other groups exposed to persons with mental problems or the vulnerable groups.
  • Community education and creating awareness so as to initiate community participation as a PHC approach.
  • Design a mental health working guideline in line with ICD-10, chapter V primary care version, to suit the rehabilitation center.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Diploma in nursing from a recognized nursing institution
  • Certificate or diploma in psychiatric community nursing. Experience of working in a rehabilitation center is an added advantage
  • Registered with the nursing council of Kenya and have a current practicing licence
  • At least 3 years’ experience working in a complex, multifaceted community health program.

Key Competencies

  • Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills.
  • Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s strategic objectives.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders..
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

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Kenya Red Cross Job Vacancy : Pharmaceutical Technologist

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya, serving present and future generations.

The society is set to open a Drugs and Substance abuse Rehabilitation Center in Hindi, Lamu County.

The Centre will provide both Out-patient and In-patient services focusing on prevention, treatment and harm reduction of drugs and substance abuse. The Society is therefore searching for qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to fill the below position:

Position Title: Pharmaceutical Technologist in Charge

Reporting to: Facility In Charge

Job Location: Lamu

Job Summary

The Pharmaceutical Technologist in Charge will be working under the guidance and supervision of the Facility in Charge and will be directly responsible for the running of the rehab dispensing pharmacy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitoring and supervising the hospital dispensing pharmacy staff to ensure all pharmaceutical ethical protocols are observed.
  • Prepare and submit regular inventory reports and requisition orders on time.
  • Monitoring drug consumption rate and keeping accurate records of the same.
  • Carry out regular pharmacy quality audits in all dispensing units.
  • Work with the medical logistician and procurement assistant on procurement-specific issues or improvements.
  • Provide on-time, standard monthly reports to facility in charge.
  • Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients and to evaluate their suitability.
  • Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage and proper medication storage.
  • Analyse prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions
  • Maintain records such as pharmacy files, patient files inventories, control records and registries of poisons, narcotics and controlled drugs.
  • Collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor review and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of drugs and drug regiments, providing advice on drug applications and characteristics.
  • Compound and dispense medications as prescribed by clinicians by calculating, weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients.
  • Offer health promotion and prevention activities, for example training people to use devices such as blood pressure or diabetes monitors.
  • Plan, Implement and maintain procedures for mixing, packaging and labelling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security and proper disposal.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution
  • Registered with Kenya Pharmaceutical Association(KPA)
  • 3 years working experience in a busy hospital set up.

Key Competencies

  • Knowledge of medical logistics
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

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Kenya Wine Agencies Job Vacancy : Territory Sales Representative

KWAL is looking for well-organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following position: Territory Sales Representative 1 Post REF-TSR-04-2018-Coast Region Reporting to the respective Territory Sales Manager, the job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.

The job holder will be responsible managing and servicing existing outlets while prospecting and developing new accounts with a focus on building long term customer relationships and increasing sales revenue.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Conduct client visits for existing and potential outlets in the assigned territory in order to achieve the territory given sales targets and ensure sustained business growth.
  • Achieve product availability targets for the assigned territory through identifying and negotiating listings and targets for strategic focus brands to drive and maintain numeric distribution by brand category.
  • Enhance product accessibility through identifying and negotiating SOVI (Forward Share Inventory and limit Out of Stocks) and achieving cold and ambient space targets by channel and brand category.
  • Promote product affordability on price by ensuring adherence to Recommended Retail Price (RPP) guidelines per strategic focus brand by channel and outlet type.
  • Identify, negotiate, plan and execute activation opportunities such as promotions and tastings with customer in line with the territory sales plan.
  • Achieve required customer visit hit rate; call effectiveness and minimum order quantities and/ or values in order to drive sales in volume and value.
  • Pro-actively manage the cash and credit resources of the customer to drive growth of KWAL brands in terms of volume and value.
  • Monitor and manage company assets such as fridges, vehicles within the KWAL policies and procedures to ensure optimal use.
  • Receive, follow up and resolve all customer queries and complaints in collabollation with the customer service team in an efficient manner.
  • Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to the territory manager to facilitate proper planning.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor degree in business a business related course.
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sales within a similar environment.
  • Membership in a professional body would be an added advantage.
  • Must possess a clean and valid driving license.
  • Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.
  • Competencies / Attributes
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent Persuasion, negotiation and influencing Skills.
  • Drive for results with no excuses.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision, under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • High levels of professionalism with internal and external customers.
  • High level of integrity.

Relationships and working contacts

  • Internal – Sales and distribution, marketing, warehousing.
  • External – Consumers, drinks venues, modern trade, HORECA, distributors, stockists.
  • Work Environment: This is a field based role with limited Office time.

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Frank Management Job Vacancy : Packaging Engineer

Our client a well-established Multinational Print Packaging company is currently seeking to fill the role of a Packaging Engineer. The Successful candidate will be in charge of a team and will be tasked with a duty to ensure machines & equipment run smoothly by checking, repairing and servicing machinery, equipment, systems & infrastructure.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Develop Planed Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedule to ensure full preventive maintenance and lead a team effectively
  • Establish and implement best practice maintenance vision strategy, process policies procedures to improve operational Performance
  • Conduct risk assessment process & tasks in the department
  • Application of new technologies, materials and cost reduction projects where appropriate by delivering perfect machine material interfaces.
  • Schedule both internal and external assignments maximizing planned downtime and reducing unplanned down time
  • Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and changeovers.
  • Troubleshoot new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials and processes and provide creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
  • Develop clear accountability for maintenance material spend combined with strategy to manage expenditure
  • Optimize process conditions and implement adequate control measures to guarantee quality all processes.
  • Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues, contractors, vendors & consultants

Minimum Requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Print Packaging Technology or equivalent
  • 6 years’ experience within a print packaging design or process environment
  • Experience in use of static and/ rotating equipment and attend major overhauls for manufacturing facilities

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Aga Khan Hospital Job Vacancy : Field Officers

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, which includes Hospitals and Outreach health facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa- Bay, Kapsabet, Migori, with plans to spread to Bomet. With the ongoing expansion we seek to recruit professionals for the following vacant positions:

The Hospital is seeking dynamic and qualified health professionals for the recently funded Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health project that started in April 2016 in Kisii.

The team is expected to take lead in implementing the objectives of the five-year Access to Quality Care through Extending and Strengthening Health Systems (AQCESS) Project in Kenya. AQCESS is a multi-country project of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), funded by the Global Affairs Canada and Aga Khan Foundation, Canada.

The project seeks to improve health outcomes of women of reproductive age and children by enhancing the availability and utilization of essential health services for pregnant women, newborns and children under age of five and improving the quality of these services. The team will be responsible for the implementation of the project in the sub county of Bomachoge- Borabu in Kisii County.

Key Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the Project Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing assigned project related activities at the community level in Bomachoge-Borabu sub – county.
  • Support the establishing / strengthening of the community level structures to achieve project targeted health promotion indicators at the community level in collaboration with the project team and the MoH.
  • Planning and implementing capacity building / training related activities carried out by the project.
  • Play a key role in strengthening the eHealth interventions of the project need analysis, implementation, set up and maintenance of the services and equipment.

Requirements

  • Diploma / Higher diploma in Social development, community health and development or any other relevant qualification.
  • Experience in implementing Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health interventions through community health structures will be an added advantage.
  • Competent knowledge of the use of Microsoft Excel spread sheets, Word, Access.
  • At least 3 years’ experience working in the field to promote Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health tapping into community resources and linkages.
  • Experience in gender, establishing Community Health structures and early child development is an added advantage.
  • Experience of working at the village and first level health care facility in rural settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform in a large team of field staff.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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Aga Khan Hospital Job Vacancy : Infectious Disease Specialist Medical

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, which includes Hospitals and Outreach health facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa- Bay, Kapsabet, Migori, with plans to spread to Bomet. With the ongoing expansion we seek to recruit professionals for the following vacant positions:

Reporting to the Medical Director the successful candidate will oversee management of tropical /infectious/communicable diseases with special emphasis on HIV and actively participate in CPD activities including teaching of interns and Senior House Officers. He / She should have:

Requirements

  • M. Med in Internal Medicine or Paediatrics and Child Health
  • At least three years of experience in tropical/infectious /communicable diseases practice
  • A team player with ability to maintain good working relations with colleagues, other health care workers and hospital management.
  • Expert knowledge in the management of tropical /infectious/communicable diseases with special emphasis on HIV
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Participate in CPD activities including teaching of Interns and Senior House Officers.

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Aga Khan Hospital Job Vacancy : Family Medicine Practitioner Medical

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, which includes Hospitals and Outreach health facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa- Bay, Kapsabet, Migori, with plans to spread to Bomet. With the ongoing expansion we seek to recruit professionals for the following vacant positions:

Reporting to the Medical Director the successful candidate will be expected to effectively manage family medicine services in the Hospital in accordance with the quality policy which emphasizes continuous improvement of service to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Requirements & Experience

  • Med in Family Medicine or equivalent post graduate qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Must be Registered/Licensed by the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.
  • Three years working experience.
  • Excellent PR and communication skills.

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Aga Khan Hospital Job Vacancy : Manager – Materials Management Divison

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, which includes Hospitals and Outreach health facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa- Bay, Kapsabet, Migori, with plans to spread to Bomet. With the ongoing expansion we seek to recruit professionals for the following vacant positions:

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will provide support, guidance and professional procurement services, and ensure that procurement function is conducted within the requirements of the hospital policies and Financial Regulations.

Other Responsibilities

  • Manage Material Management Division
  • Procurement and Operations management.
  • Contract, Services and Supplier Reviews
  • Staff management, development and Leadership.
  • Internal policies and procedures (SOPs).
  • Inventory Management.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Degree in Procurement and Supply chain Management.
  • Diploma in Pharmaceutical technology and any Accounting qualification will be an added advantage
  • Professional qualification e.g. CIPS will be an added advantage
  • Seven years of experience, two of which must have been in a supervisory role.
  • An excellent theoretical and practical understanding of procurement including tendering, negotiation and contract management;
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop/maintain relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers;
  • In depth understanding and application of legal issues e.g. Contract Law; Fair Trade etc.
  • Good financial awareness and project management skills;
  • Strategic leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office packages.

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Resolution Insurance Job Vacancy : Unit Manager

Resolution Insurance Company Ltd is a general insurer offering innovative and responsive insurance solutions.  We have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop comprehensive products that are relevant to our clients.  We currently have over 60,000 members in our fold and have partnered with over 500 medical service providers across East Africa; a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.

In pursuit of our ambitious growth plan, we are looking to fill in the below position in our Sales Department, Mombasa Office.

Job Purpose 

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the job holder’s role will be primarily responsible for revenue generation for the company as per assigned budgets through the generation of business within the unit.

Key Responsibility Areas: 

  • Revenue generation and attainment of assigned budgets.
  • Recruitment of sales staff.
  • Guide and coach unit team to ensure budgets are met.
  • Client presentations on company products.
  • Daily supervision of teams’ activities.
  • Generate timely and accurate sales reports.
  • Conduct market research.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skill and Ability 

  • Diploma in Insurance or in a relevant field.
  • A business degree will be an added advantage.
  • COP certification is a MUST.
  • At least 1-3 years relevant work experience.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and PR skills.
  • Good supervisory skills.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office.
  • Good time management and organizational skills.

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Janta Job Vacancy : Executive Assistant Administration

Our Client in the Travel Industry is looking to hire an Executive Assistant.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Provides comprehensive support services to the Executive that ensures a responsive and professional experience with the organization as a whole
  • Manage day to day operations of the office
  • Planning and scheduling internal and external meetings in a professional and timely manner
  •  Preparing and editing correspondence, reports, and presentations
  • Making travel and guest arrangements
  • Prioritize inquiries and requests, make decisions and recommendations to ensure smooth day to day engagements
  • Manages contacts to ensure up-to-date contact database
  • Accurately tracks expenses for Executive Management
  • Manage petty cash operations of the office and projects ensuring guidelines are fully implemented
  • Aids and supports the Executive in problem solving, project planning and management
  • Organizing and maintaining files and record
  • Initiate and manage expenses related to Management executive office
  • Accurately tracks expenses for Executive Management; handling receipt and payments
  • Ensure quality and appropriateness of procured items
  • Manage Stakeholders that relate to the Executive Office
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all in the course of work.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience, with at least one year in general administration.
  • Knowledge and experience with electronic and physical filing
  • Proficiency in the use Microsoft packages
  • Experience in the Travel industry and fluency in French is an added advantage
  • Project management
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Attention to details
  • Relationship management
  • Professionalism & Poise
  • Good working ethics

Ladies are encouraged to apply.

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Bliss GVS Healthcare Job Vacancy : Corporate Sales Executive

A leading healthcare firm is looking for energetic, self-driven, results oriented Sales Executives to lead and manage multiple operations of the company secretarial practice.

Roles: 

  • Business Prospecting: The Sales Executive – Corporate will be tasked with mapping out the region he operates in and to make a database of all potential clients with a view of approaching them for business.
  • Conduct Medical Camps Activities
  • Corporates Conversion:  It is the role of The Sales Executive – Corporate to convert inquiries that come in via email, telephone or any other medium into sales through the use of creative selling strategy.
  • Footfalls: track corporate wise footfalls and business on monthly basis to determine production from empanelled clients.
  • Monthly Performance Analysis: track the monthly business trend of business and use the information to prepare an action plan for the subsequent month
  • Research: Frequently perform benchmarking exercises and industry research and advise management on trends and carry out in depth competitor analysis. The Executive should also actively read the local dailies and seek out opportunities as advertised by corporate companies.

Personal Attributes

  • Proficiency in ICT with strong MS Office and internet ability
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
  • High levels of integrity and confidentiality
  • Sharp business acumen, including the ability to assess risk
  • Creativity and innovation acumen
  • Alert to new opportunities both external and internal
  • Team player
  • Ability for independence, robustness and resilience
  • Ability to work under pressure

Locations

Seeking to fill positions in the following regions: Coast (Mombasa), North Rift (Eldoret), Central (Nyeri), Kisumu (Kisumu) are the clinics they will be based.

Key Qualifications

  • At least a business related degree
  • Experience:  Minimum of 2 years in sales

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Citi Job Vacancy : Treasury and Trade Solutions Analyst

World Food Programme Job Vacancy : Junior Professional Officer-Cash Based Transfers

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking for a Junior Professional Officer to fill the position of Programme Officer for Cash-Based-Transfers (CBTs) with the WFP Nairobi Regional Bureau in Kenya.

Job description

GENERAL INFORMATION

Grade: P2

Supervisor: Regional CBT Officer

Unit: Programme & Policy

Duration: Initially 1 year renewable up to 3 years

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Regional CBT Officer, the selected candidate will perform the following tasks – after familiarisation with the local context and WFP’s policies and strategies.

  • Identify key steps, timing and support required to assist Country Offices (COs) to scale up CBTs in a manner that is aligned to the corporate CBT business model;
  • Support corporate capacity building initiatives for CBTs and participate in trainings and workshops as required;
  • Work with various country offices in the region conducting cost-efficiency and cost-effectiveness analyses of CBT interventions;
  • Support COs in the identification of appropriate transfer modalities; assist with feasibility studies and evaluations; and supporting programme design;
  • Assist COs in the elaboration of emergency preparedness plans for CBTs;
  • Liaise with other units of the RB – specifically Protection, M&E, Finance and Supply Chain, to analyse CBT pipelines and funding issues in COs;
  • Review project proposals and other relevant documentation to ensure quality assurance and compliance with corporate policies, strategic objectives and guidance;
  • Support the research agenda on new CBT-related issues under development (i.e. measuring impact on local economy, financial inclusion, protection outcomes, retailer engagement strategy).

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Bi-monthly and final reports of activities undertaken highlighting the various areas of CBT programming where the JPO has gained skills in;

  • Depending on the specific areas of work identified by the JPO and the supervisor, he/she will produce one or various reports on the following subjects:
  • Preparedness plans in the region for the use of CBTs in rapid onset emergencies;
  • Comparative study of cost-effectiveness of CBT interventions in the region;
  • Use of CBTs to achieve nutrition outcomes;

The role of CBTs in improving value chains of key commodities.

  • The JPO will produce a synthesis paper that compares CBT operations across the region. Depending on the JPO’s interests, the paper will focus on one of these subjects:
  • Measurement of intangible benefits of CBTs;
  • The role of the transfer modality on the achievement of various outcomes;
  • Best practices in the use of CBTs for food security.

SUPERVISION

The JPO will work under the guidance of and report to the Regional CBT Officer. The supervisor will introduce the incumbent to the advisory role of the RB in CBTs. The JPO will be mentored in various tasks that range from feasibility assessments to more in-depth analysis on the performance and impact of CBT operations. Both the JPO and the supervisor will initially undertake field missions together but he/she will be required to undertake travel as strategically and functionally required.

The JPO position includes a Duty Travel and Training Allowance (DTTA) of USD 4,000 per year which may be used for learning activities related to the assignment and for career development.

TRAINING COMPONENTS

  • Participation in country-level field missions for hands-on training on various components of CBT operations;
  • Participation in regional CBT workshops organized by WFP and/or partners (i.e. CaLP);
  • Completion of WFP online trainings for various sectors related to CBTs;
  • Mentoring on specific analytical processes to evaluate CBT operations.

LEARNING ELEMENTS

Upon completion of the two-year assignment, the JPO will have acquired:

  • Skills to successfully design and evaluate CBT operations in various settings (refugee operations, emergency response, protracted operations);
  • In-depth understanding of risk management linked to the design and monitoring of CBT operations;
  • Skills to measure cost-efficiency and cost-effectiveness of CBTs;
  • Good understanding of protection principles in CBTs;
  • Good understanding on how to design value chain interventions that translate into more effective CBTs;
  • Good understanding of methods to measure the impact of CBT operations in the local economy.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:

30 APRIL 2018

Desired Skills and Experience

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Advanced University degree, or University degree with experience and training/courses, in one of the following disciplines: International Development, Economics, Agriculture, Food Security or other field relevant to humanitarian or development assistance;
  • Two to four years (max) of post-graduate, progressively responsible relevant experience in designing, implementing and/or evaluating food security and livelihoods projects;
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook);
  • Proficiency in both oral and written English is a must;
  • Strong interpersonal skills, team spirit and ability to work in multicultural settings;
  • Behavioural competencies as follows: Action Management, Client Orientation, Cognitive Capacity, Innovation, Partnering and Teamwork.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

  • Previous work experience in the humanitarian and/or development sector in developing countries, especially in Africa, would be considered an asset;
  • Good working knowledge of another official UN language (i.e Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish and Russian) would also be an advantage;
  • As WFP’s International Professionals are required to serve in different locations around the world during the course of their career (including in hardship duty stations), willingness to be mobile would maximise opportunities for long-term retention into the Organization.

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Exciting Career Opportunities at Huawei Technologies (April, 2018 Jobs Update)

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by a commitment to sound operations, ongoing innovation, and open collaboration, we have established a competitive ICT portfolio of end-to-end solutions in telecom and enterprise networks, devices, and cloud technology and services. Our ICT solutions, products, and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world’s population. With 180,000 employees, Huawei is committed to enabling the future information society, and building a Better Connected World.

Project Manager

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field ICT / Computer   Project Management

Report to: Project Director. Location: Kenya

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Enhancing contract and fulfillment quality of the account department and promote contractual delivery to customers through E2E contract management activities.
  • Planning for integration operations, monitoring the contract fulfillment, coordinating the resources, providing for the solutions to risks and problems related to the contract
  • Responsible for the delivery of project goals (revenue, delivery cost rate, ITO, Total billing amount, Long term unbilled AR, Network security).
  • Delivering resource management routines e.g. workload and requirement forecast, planning and allocation of delivery resources, dynamic performance management for all team members and individuals
  • DR Management; Organizing DRO – 0R4 assessment and PDRT Approval; Upload the approved DRX documents to the system; Organize and apply the category rating for the bidding project
  • Providing customers with timely, accurate, high quality, and low cost delivery through program management, contract management, and resources management of the account department.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above, in Telecommunications /Project management or relevant major from a recognized University.
  • At least 5 years’ experience in Project Management.
  • Should have experience with Core Network Transmission network, Wireless Network (UMTS, GSM Wimax etc.) and OSP implementation.
  • In-depth understanding of telecom industry, particularly in Project Management and have been exposed from project definition, implementation and project acceptance.
  • Proficient in various software used in the Project Controls Department such as: MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Word, MS project and certifications in the discipline of project control.
  • Huawei Certified Network Associate HCNA certificate is an added advantage

Network Technology Engineer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Engineering / Technical   ICT / Computer

Report to: NTD Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Focusing on customers’ strategic plans and long-term development in terms of professional services, developing market solutions, and maximizing the value from blue ocean services.
  • Developing detailed plans, managing the delivery and securing operations of the projects.
  • Consulting, planning, and designing solutions, integrating delivery, and O&M management schemes for entire networks; and control the most advanced ICT networks and technologies.
  • Understanding the latest trends of ICT convergence and service based on industry standards and best practices; evaluating, developing, and verifying service solutions for global customers; and lead the service development direction.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above, in Electrical & Electronics, Telecommunication /Computer Science or relevant major from a recognized University.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Telecommunication environment;
  • Knowledge of Broad soft VoIP application software is a plus.
  • Knowledge of networks and TCP/IP. Has advanced training and/ or experience with managing networks.
  • Good knowledge in MW, SDH & WDM network
  • Has the understanding of cutover and software upgrading procedure.
  • Project management skill is preferred.
  • Must be willing to travel for long periods
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange systems and related messaging systems.
  • Huawei Certified Network Associate (FICNAJ certificate is an added advantage.

 

Channel Manager

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Engineering / Technical   ICT / Computer

Report to: EBU Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Setting up new channel Partners and overseeing the on-boarding Process.
  • Implementing Channel Marketing Plans set out by the Channel Marketing team.
  • Working closely with Sales Teams within the Channel Partner to train and advice.
  • Regularly meeting with counterparts with partner organization.
  • Monthly Reporting on sales KPI’s within channel partners.
  • Working to achieve sales and revenue targets as set by the Sales ‘ Director.
  • Giving feedback to the marketing team on the success of sales promotions.
  • Addressing customer service issues as raised by the channel partner.
  • Identifying and reaching out to new potential channel partners.
  • Working on cross selling opportunities within the organization

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above, in Electrical & Electronics, Telecommunication /Computer Science or relevant major from a recognized University.
  • At least 4-5 years’ experience in the local ICT market;
  • More than 4 years’ work experience in the main OEM/Distributor, such as Cisco, HP, Dell, EMC, Redintong, Interdist, Westcon etc.
  • A Comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience on sales;
  • Excellent relationship building and management skills;
  • Must be innovative and a team player.
  • Excellent analytical and presentation skills;
  • Ability to work under time constraints and stress situations;
  • Good communication skills;
  • Huawei Certified Network Associate (HCNA) certificate is an added advantage.

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Massive Recruitment at Sasini Company Limited (7+ Recommended Jobs Update)

Sasini is an integrated agri business that is well on its way to becoming an African pacesetter in the growing, processing and marketing of quality agri based products to the world. The emphasis on production diversification has metarmophosised to an emphasis on operational efficiency, innovation and marketing to the world.

Factory Manager – Kiambu County

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 years
  • Location Kiambu
  • Job Field Agriculture/Agro-Allied   Manufacturing

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee all factory operations including planning of production activities, meetings and work schedules
  • Oversee all materials movement from receiving raw material through the operations processes up to finished goods storage and shipment
  • Manage, evaluate and maintain factory processing machinery to ensure productivity and minimal downtime
  • Plan daily, weekly and monthly production schedules and oversee the execution by factory staff
  • Maintain records and compliance with various government agencies including NEMA, KEBS, etc. to ensure the company is always in good operating standards.
  • Preparation, monitoring and controlling the factory budgets
  • Prepare and submit periodic production reports and periodic updates and plans to the management
  • Manage factory human resource (recruitment, training and development, performance management)
  • Ensure safety & health measures are maintained within the factory at all times

Qualifications & Experiences

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture /Agribusiness or Business related field
  • At least 5 years relevant experience in agri-processing machines and maintenance
  • Good working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations
  • Good leadership, managerial and communication skills Proven ability to train, coach and mentor employees in productivity and safety standards.
  • Knowledge of EPZ positions
  • Experience in Nuts processing will be an added advantage

Quality Assurance Manager

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 years
  • Location Kiambu
  • Job Field Manufacturing

Reporting to the Factory Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties &Responsibilities

  • Devising and establishing a company’s quality procedures, standards and specifications;
  • Developing and reviewing the Quality management system (Quality manual, HACCP Manual)
  • Adherence to audit standards, technical compliance and customer specifications.
  • Reviewing customer requirements and making sure they are met;
  • Working with field manager to establish quality requirements from external suppliers
  • Setting standards for quality as well as health and safety
  • Setting up and maintaining controls and documentation procedures
  • Making sure that manufacturing or production processes meet international and national standards;
  • Defining quality procedures in conjunction with operating staff
  • Handling customer service (Key quality parameters)
  • Recording, analyzing and distributing statistical information

Qualifications & Experiences

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology or related field from a recognized University
  • At least 5 years’ relevant experience in macadamia processing company
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of food processing, food safety standards and certifications
  • Good Leadership & managerial skills and ability to work with minimum supervision.
  • Good numerical skills and an understanding of statistic

Quality Supervisor

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience4 years
  • Location Kiambu
  • Job Field Manufacturing

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Receive nuts into the factory
  • Quality checks and control of the nuts received
  • Liaise with the field officers on quality standards maintenance
  • Document movement of nuts into the factory
  • Prepare the nuts for processing
  • Adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements at all times.

Qualifications & Experiences

  • Diploma in Food Science or related field from a recognized institution
  • At 4 year experience as a Quality Officer in a busy Macadamia enterprise
  • Good knowledge of food processing and certification procedures
  • Good communication skills and a team player

Field Officers

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • Job Field Agriculture/Agro-Allied   Manufacturing

Reporting to the Factory Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide excellent leadership of the nut collection center
  • Sourcing of raw nuts
  • Control quality of nuts
  • Coordinate procurement logistics in the field
  • Creating, expanding and maintaining the company relations with suppliers and producers.
  • Implementing targets set by management on estimated produce to be procured.

Qualifications & Experiences

  • Have a minimum of a Diploma in food science or Agricultural related field
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in a macadamia enterprise
  • Good knowledge in food processing
  • Familiar with macadamia nuts growing regions within the country
  • Good communication skills and a team player
  • Experience in riding is an added advantage

Finance and Administration Manager

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND   MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience5 years
  • Job Field Administration / Secretarial   Finance / Accounting / Audit

Reporting functionally to the Group Financial Controller and administratively to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Leading in the preparation of management and financial accounts and provision of financial information to end users for business decision making
  • Managing and coordinating working capital to ensure adequacy and optimization of working capital components
  • Managing and coordinating the budgetary process for the business and financial forecast
  • Managing treasury activities for the business
  • Leading and Managing tax planning and compliance in line with company policies and statutory requirements
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting requirements, international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and International Accounting Standards (IAS), and other regulatory requirements.
  • Managing payroll policies, processes and procedures in line with guidelines and cycle
  • Implements and advices on the financial systems, procedures, policies for quality and expense control and administrative system.
  • Fixed Assets Management

Qualifications & Experiences

  • Bachelor’s Degree in finance /accounting options
  • CPA (K) and ICPAK membership
  • MBA (Finance) added advantage
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing(experience in Nut processing field is an added advantage)
  • Knowledge of EPZ Operations
  • Experience in ERP Systems

Management Accountant

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • Location Kiambu
  • Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Preparing monthly management account and other reports b) Debtors and creditors maintenance
  • Bank/Cash book maintenance
  • Preparing annual budgets and costings of the products
  • Management of stocks and stores
  • Tax records maintenance and filing of returns g) Fixed Assets register maintenance
  • Outgrowers maintenance

Qualifications & Experiences

  • Bachelors Degree in finance /accounting options
  • CPA (K)
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing (experience in Nut processing field is an added advantage)
  • Knowledge of EPZ Operations
  • Experience in ERP Systems

Customs Clearance and Documentation Clerk

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • Job Field Administration / Secretarial   Logistics

Reporting to the Factory Manager, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Review and identify the customs documentation requirements
  • Review and process the different type of customs documents required for export and stamping procedures
  • Ensure that all documentations required by the authorities are submitted promptly to ensure timely clearance of the products and correctly recorded in the customs office as well as the factory system
  • Verification of shipping documents and orders for export
  • Calculating and processing levies to be paid to various regulatory bodies
  • Arrange for timely payment of government levies
  • Advise management on export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance, bonds requirements and all other customs related matters.
  • Arrange transportation and warehousing of the nuts for export
  • Ensure good working relationship with customs authorities and other stakeholders in the industry

Qualifications & Experiences

  • A Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or related field b) Computer Operations proficiency
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience
  • Must be conversation with Customs clearance procedures as well as documentation requirements
  • Good interpersonal relations, communication skills and possess a high level of honesty, integrity and confidentiality
  • Accounting knowledge /qualification will be an added advantage

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Largest Recruitment at Kenya Red Cross Society (16+ Recommended Jobs Update)

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya, serving present and future generations.

KRCS is looking for a qualified person to fill the following position:

Innovation And Private Sector Business Engagement Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field NGO/Non-Profit   Project Management

Reporting to: Disaster Risk Reduction Manager

Job location: Head Quarter-Nairobi

Overall Purpose

Kenya Red Cross is implementing an Urban Resilience project targeting six informal settlements in Nairobi. The projects objective is to build the resilience of communities living in the informal settlement through innovation and partnerships.

Reporting to the Disaster Risk Reduction Manager, the innovation and Private Sector Business Engagement officer will be responsible for developing and implementing a business engagement strategy to support economic opportunities for the vulnerable populations living in Nairobi informal settlement. S/he will serve as an integral part of the program team, focused on driving awareness, engaging businesses and promoting innovation to improve community business systems and strategies in order to enhance economic opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Serves as the project’s principal liaison with the private sector
  • Develop standard operating procedures for business engagement and innovation
  • Facilitate entrepreneurship trainings at the community level
  • Map potential business engagement opportunities, including already existing trainings and internships
  • Support community in development of business plans
  • Support human centred and co creation workshops to promote innovation
  • Set up community based innovation hubs
  • Establish formal alliances with educational institutions, financial institutions and businesses;
  • Track best practices and maintain a breadth of knowledge about current trends, emerging issues and opportunities in business engagement efforts
  • Ensure proper accounts in accordance to the KRCS regulations and donor requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship or other related field with in depth understanding of poverty and vulnerability issues in Kenya’s Informal settlements
  • Proven track record developing, implementing and evaluating business development plans with a focus on measurable results;
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement multi-sector partnerships, based on an understanding of private sector trends and environments;
  • Proficient and experienced in planning, monitoring and reporting of project activities in relevant field in multi-stakeholder partnerships and collaborations

Key Competencies

  • Able to coordinate and network with partners to build synergies that enhance sustainability of the project outcomes.
  • Sensitive and responsive to gender, ethnicity, disability and other social issues
  • Participatory and team approach to work and behaviour
  • Excellent written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
  • Able to provide timely, well written and analytical reports to the project team as required.
  • Strong computer skills particularly Microsoft Office and data analysis packages.
  • Self-motivated with a passion for the work and keen to learn as well as share knowledge and new ideas around livelihoods.

Finance Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Reporting to: Programme Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible to the Programme Manager for effective planning and budgeting, as well as implementation and evaluation of an effective financial accountability system to ensure prudent management of the Society’s funds within the Rehabilitation Center. Specific duties include enforcing stringent financial controls and ensuring monthly financial reports are used for better financial management. Other duties include developing and coordinating the annual budget cycle that provides justification for financial resources needed to accomplish strategic objectives. In addition, responsible for ensuring compliance to statutory and regulatory requirements as well as advising management on measures to be taken to improve financial performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leads the process of developing annual budgets for the programme
  • Ensures the unit meets all its financial commitments to the donors and is the contact person for the donors in all finance related matters.
  • Supports, develops and supervises the programme accounting staff to build their capacities and manage their performance.
  • Regularly forecasts cash flow based on the work plans by the center, making sure that all the departments have enough funds to pay for their activities.
  • Ensures that periodic financial reports are forwarded to management and donors within the stipulated deadlines.
  • Meeting legal obligations (e.g. complying with statutory provisions on deductions, taxation)
  • Provide technical leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of the annual budgets and plans aimed at operationalizing the programme and projects activities
  • Contribute to the review and update of accounting policies and procedures through direct analysis of new and existing financial accounting systems and procedures to increase efficiency and to ensure compliance with standard accounting principles and procedures, regulations and statutory requirements
  • Compile and analyse accounting reports, records and other data to maintain expenditure controls and also determine the financial resources required to implement specific programmes
  • Develop guidelines, procedures, standards and financial operating manuals for preparing integrated strategic financial management plans and budgets to be used by multidisciplinary strategic planning teams
  •  Coordinate and evaluate programme activities and processes in order to prioritise and recommend budget requests, emergency funds, reallocations and resource levels. In addition, consult with managers to ensure that budget adjustments are made in accordance with programme changes
  • Prepare accurate forecasts for all types of income and expenditures, including new and expanded support services and programs, salary proposals, collaborative policy development agreements, capital construction, equipment needs, supplies, transport and utilities
  • Review operating budgets and conduct cost-benefit analyses to evaluate operational and budget issues and trends affecting budget needs, review financial requests and explore alternative financing methods in order to prepare comprehensive long term financial plans, forecasts and budgets
  • Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations and also prepare regular and special budget reports and make presentations to facilitate the interpretation of budget directives and then recommend suitable policies for implementing directives
  • Deliver presentations regarding proposed budgets to the Management, Donor Agencies and
  • Partners to clarify reports and gain support for estimated budget needs
  • Participating in multidisciplinary work teams to develop, implement and evaluate strategic management plans and budgets in order to improve performance standards and organizational effectiveness
  • Assemble materials for and assist public and private auditors in conducting audits; substantiate compilation and analytical review with supporting work papers for auditors
  • Participating in the planning, monitoring and evaluating the performance of the finance and accounting staff against set targets and objectives.
  • Assess training needs as well as developing and implementing on-the-job training programmes in budgeting aimed at equipping staff with appropriate job competencies to improve planning and budgeting of financial resources
  • Represent the Society at meetings, conferences and workshops and other forums to promote programme activities and articulate issues related to the programme
  • 2Prepare concept papers, periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements of the financial planning and budgeting unit against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and recommending strategies for improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and finance plus CPA (K) or equivalent qualifications
  • Five (5) years’ experience in strategic planning and budgeting of financial resources including skills in computerized accounting systems.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Considerable knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles and practices, strategic planning, budget administration, quantitative analysis and forecasting
  • Ability to perform professional accounting work in accordance with the international “Generally
  • Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principles” (GAAP), procedures, standards and controls, including financial forecasting and monitoring of budgets as well as donor accounting policies and procedures
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills ability to present ideas clearly, both orally and in writing and to prepare comprehensive reports
  • Effective interpersonal skills to establish cooperative working relationships in the course of bperforming assigned duties
  • Ability to gather and analyse information, identify and resolve problems and develop alternative solutions
  • Ability in financial management systems, proficiency in database systems, spreadsheet and flow chart applications as well as computerized accounting,
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, analyse financial and operational data and information, think analytically and critically
  • Ability to maintains high level of confidentiality, remain open to new ideas and experiment with improved systems and proven methods
  • Ability to make consultative decisions, facilitate participative decision-making process and explain reasoning for decisions
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Laboratory Technologist In Charge

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Education / Teaching

Reporting to: Facility In Charge

OVERALL PURPOSE

Reporting to the Facility in Charge, Laboratory Technologist in Charge will ensure smooth running of laboratory services in the hospital under him. He/she will also ensure accurate processing and timely dissemination of results.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Formulate laboratory division department goals, objectives and intervention strategies.
  • Ensure that all department activities are implemented as outlined in objectives highlighted are met.
  • Planning and organizing adequate coverage by laboratory technicians at the rehab and during outreaches.
  • Ensure all laboratory technologist follow guidelines and protocols in their management of patients.
  • Overall responsible for the day-to-day running of the department.
  • Provide technical and administration work guidelines in collaboration with the facility in charge.
  • Attend and participate in Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions
  • Coordinate the Submission of weekly reports of generated by the laboratory department to the HIS officer.
  • Represent KRCS at all relevant coordination forums and meetings as delegated
  • Technical and administrative supervision of all laboratory department staff.
  • Planning and formulating leave plan of the laboratory technicians as outlined.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Laboratory technologist with diploma from a recognized institution
  • Two (2)’ years practical relevant work experience as a Laboratory Technologist

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Drm – Programme Coordinator

  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field NGO/Non-Profit   Project Management

Reporting to: DRM – Programme Manager

Overall Purpose

Liaising with the Programme Manager and the Head of Department, the DRM Programme Coordinator will primarily be responsible for providing leadership, technical support and coordination of Sustainable Conflict Management and Peace Building Initiatives including Prevention/Countering of Violent Extremism Strategies and Approaches, to staff and volunteers, partners and communities that KRCS works with. These may include but not limited to regional and national organizations, grassroots community groups, networks and coalitions, the media and professional associations. In addition, he/she will also be required to support other DRM initiatives including in the resource mobilizing for, designing, implementation and Monitoring and Evaluation of Food Security, Livelihood, Environment and Climate Change Adaptation Projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Program Management
  • Conflict Prevention
    • To innovate, develop, challenge and evaluate Preventing/Counter violent extremism strategies, policies and projects within all the targeted counties.
    • To provide expert advice and assistance on conflict prevention and prevention of violent extremism work including implications of national policy, changing service needs and demands and emerging community issues
    • Assist in the development of detailed program work plans, including activity descriptions and support in the management of the implementation of these activities so as to ensure the program’s activities and outputs are executed on time and to adequate quality standards.
    • To maintain an up to date knowledge of current and emerging policy and good practice to inform the future policy development and best practice within organization and beyond.
    • To Coordinate and work with the KRCS Regional Managers, County Coordinators, MEAL department and the International Center of Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA) to ensure efficiency and effective implementation of the project
    • Assist the Program Manager and support project officers to establish and deepen partnership with National, County Governments (including but not limited to the County Commissioner, County Police Commanders, National Intelligence Service, National Counter Terrorism Centre, National Steering Committee on Peace Building and Conflict Management, National Cohesion and Integration Commission) and CSOs in target counties.
  • Economic Empowerment (Addressing drivers of Conflict)
    • To work with ICHA and project officers to formerly engage the vocational training administration at both national and county level.
    • To work with project officers to formerly engage the relevant youth government departments to support implementation of the project.
    • To support the project officers in supporting Sustainable livelihood Approaches (SLA) for the targeted beneficiaries.
  • General Disaster Risk Management
    • Support the department designing, implementation and Monitoring of other DRM projects including Food Security, Environment and Climate Change Adaptation and Livelihood projects
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)
    • Ensure that the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning framework is in place and fully functional. This will include ensuring that all the project sites have Activity and Indicator tracking trackers that are being adhered to.
    • Coordinate with MEAL and ICHA departments and all the project officers to ensure timely documentation and reporting of the project.
    • Coordinate with MEAL department to ensure that Routine Data Collection and Analysis and data quality audits are done on timely basis.
    • Ensure that all the project sites have complaints and feedback mechanism that are functional
    • Liaise with the programme manager to convene Review meetings for the project team
  • Networking and Coordination
    • Establish and maintain regular contact with partner organizations, liaise and co-ordinate with the appropriate government bodies whenever appropriate to ensure successful project progress.
    • Negotiate collaboration with partner institutions and government departments in support of KRCS and the project activities
    • Liaise and maintain contacts with government agencies and line ministries, civil societies and private sector collaborators.
    • Attend sector level meetings and other related gatherings.
  • Resource Mobilization
    • Developing and implementing local and international resource mobilization strategies.
    • Research, complete, and submit applications for potential funding resources such as grants, awards, etc.
    • Developing a fund generation and resource mobilization work plan and constantly follow-up the implementation of the plan.
    • Assisting in mobilizing resources from private sector entities, individuals and corporate entities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum degree in Social Studies, Conflict Management/Peace Building, Disaster Management or any other related courses.
  • A minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience in VE hotspots in Kenya will be an added advantage.
  • Experience of working with National and County government structures
  • Experience in dealing with international donors, international organizations, the corporate sector and/or large multi-mandate development NGOs
  • Experienced in developing positive working relationships with diverse individuals and groups
  • Experienced in researching, preparing and presenting reports on complex issues which are analytical, present clear options for decision and are accessible to lay people
  • Experience of working constructively with a range of statutory partners, the private sector and the voluntary and community.
  • Experience in designing youth economic empowerment projects
  • Knowledge of the Preventing Violent Extremism agenda and the implications for local authorities, the wider public sector and the voluntary and community sector
  • Knowledge on how the Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) works in Kenya.
  • Knowledge of the roles of the public services and the voluntary and community sector in delivering community cohesion, diversity and equality and community safety practice

Key Competencies

  • Ability to work closely and establish positive relationships with local community leaders, security actors, education sector leaders, vulnerable youth and the community.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing to engage the interests of a wide range of audiences
  • Ability to work across different cultures and social economic platforms.
  • Ability to respond constructively to changing demands, meet tight deadlines and maintain quality services
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiating and influencing skills

Addiction Counsellors – 3 positions

  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Job Field Education / Teaching

Reporting to: Clinical Officer In Charge

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the clinical officer in charge, the addiction counsellor is part of the case management team and is responsible for Completing substance abuse and dependency assessments and evaluations of people who seek treatment at the center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides individual and group substance abuse treatment for clients.
  • Participates as a member of the case management team, attending weekly meetings, and updating case managers on client progress and making recommendations for future treatment needs.
  • Ensures that record maintenance requirements are met in accordance with program and oversight guidelines,
  • Coordinates, schedules and presents educational programs for clients.
  • Responds to clients in mental health crisis and coordinates referrals.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures as they relate to treatment and educational programs.
  • Maintains clinical records and writes relapse prevention plans and case file note
  • Preparing and implementing counselling plan by providing quality counselling sessions for the client and their family/caregivers in the frame of therapy.
  • Assessing the need of support group activities, activity sessions; planning, developing and executing these accordingly.
  • Collaborating closely with the medical staff and social worker and referring clients to them according to clients’ needs
  • Identifying clients requiring advanced psychological assessment and care and referring such clients to appropriate professionals
  • Providing psycho-education sessions for clients, their families and community members when needed
  • Observing all ethical aspects and client confidentiality at all times
  • Ensuring complete documentation of all cases; provide reports monthly and analysis of clinic data quarterly
  • To provide support to vulnerable individuals/children/families with protection concerns in the process of psychosocial support and case management.
  • To directly work with other community workers on response activities.
  • Plan, design and monitor the overall implementation plan (weekly and monthly) of the rehabilitation process
  • Develop trust, tolerance and co-operation among community members through peer – led focus groups discussions and awareness sessions;
  • Facilitate the participation of all the clients to the planned activities held at the center, (Youth, women, elderly, minority members, people with disabilities etc.).
  • Prepare and submit activity progress reports including weekly and monthly reports
  • Contribute to the development of project proposal, concept notes & sector publications
  • Communicate regularly with the clinical officer in charge for updates on achievements and challenges
  • Carry out any other additional duties as may be assigned by Clinical Officer in Charge.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling, Psychology or other related field.
  • Over two (2) years relevant experience gained in a busy organizational setup. Experience in addiction management is an added advantage.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • The Counsellor is an individual that can be able to assist clients and promote wellbeing and recovery.
  • Experienced and skilled individual in counselling and psychology
  • Good knowledge of the work of the Red Cross in Kenya
  • Good Knowledge of programmes and Projects in addiction management with the ability to diagnose problems and identify and drive appropriate solutions.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to Influence and interface with senior members of the business/Society
  • Well-developed organizational and planning skills
  • Self-motivation and strong team spirit
  • Dynamic personality and ability to work under pressure
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Clinical Officer In Charge

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Medical / Health

Reporting to: Facility in Charge

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Facility in Charge, the clinical office in-charge has the overall responsibility for the planning of PHC, deployment and management of clinical officer staff in the rehab with the supervision and oversight of the facility in charge.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Formulate clinical division department goals, objectives and intervention strategies.
  • Ensure that all department activities are implemented as outlined in objectives highlighted are met.
  • Planning and organizing adequate coverage by clinical officers at the rehab and during outreaches.
  • Ensure all clinical officers follow guidelines and protocols in their management of patients.
  • Overall responsible for the day-to-day running of the department including clinical assessment and management of patients.
  • Provide technical and administration work guidelines in collaboration with the facility in charge.
  • Attend and participate in Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions
  • Coordinate the Submission of weekly reports of generated by the clinical department to the HIS officer.
  • Represent KRCS at all relevant coordination forums and meetings as delegated
  • Technical and administrative supervision of all clinical officers’ department staff.
  • Planning and formulating leave plan of the clinical officers as outlined.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery (Mental Health and Psychiatry) from a recognized educational institution
  • Registered with the Clinical Officers Council and has a current practicing license
  • At least 2 years’ experience working in a complex, multifaceted medical establishment.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Experience of working in a rehabilitation center is an added advantage
  • Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills.
  • Should be a team player and culturally sensitive.
  • Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s strategic objectives.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Facility In Charge

  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Medical / Health

Reporting to: Programme Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Facility in Charge will be working under the guidance and supervision of the Programme Manager, Drugs and Substance Abuse Management and will be directly responsible for the overall management of the clinical services at the rehab.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide overall coordination of all the programs under Clinical Services i.e. hospital, pharmacy, laboratory, etc
  • In coordination with Programme Manager, formulate curative program goals, objectives and intervention strategies.
  • Attend coordination meetings on a regular basis
  • Review the clinical services program through regular rounds to ensure that implementation is in line with overall program goals and objectives.
  • Coordinate all referrals of patients as per MoH referral guidelines
  • Monitoring and supervision of all Clinical Services staff to ensure that work is done properly and efficiently
  • Routinely monitor staff performance according to their job description and provide written feedback in a timely manner.
  • Ensure ongoing education programs for health staff through planning for regular health related trainings, and ensuring CMEs take place on a weekly basis
  • In coordination with Programme Manager, periodically monitor, evaluate and make appropriate recommendations regarding health, and living conditions of the clients and assist with ensuring that proper health measures are in place according to KRCS health requirements
  • Review personnel issues and concerns of facility staff and assist with determining and implementing solutions.
  • Determine personnel needs for field-level activities and in coordination with the Programme Manager and Human Resources Officer assist in recruitment of staff.
  • In coordination with the Programme Manager, authorize medical evacuation of staff.
  • Recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of health staff to the Programme Manager, in line with the HR policy guidelines.
  • Ensure adherence to budgets by reviewing expenditures and spending patterns.
  • Ensure procurement plans for all grants are developed and adhered to.
  • Recommend grant and budget revisions to the Programme Manager.
  • Monitor closely the morbidity and mortality trends together with all the other health indicators in the HIS, and ensure that prompt actions are taken to correct irregularities
  • Participate in preparation and submission of narrative donor reports on a timely basis in consultation with the Programme Manager and BIS Assistant
  • Keep the Programme Manager informed of all developments and issues through weekly situation reports
  • Supervise regular review and revision of training manuals to maintain consistency with the acceptable protocols.
  • Maintain updated libraries of manuals and other resources at all field sites.
  • Carry out any other additional duties as may be assigned by the Programme Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution or an equivalent
  • Further qualifications in clinical psychiatry will be an added advantage.
  • Two years’ experience in mental health and addiction management or public health in developing countries.
  • A mature person of high professional discipline and moral integrity, able to work under stress as the situation may dictate.
  • Must be registered with Kenya Medical and Dentist Board and allowed to practice in Kenya.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Proficiency in computer especially in EXCEL and MS WORD is a MUST

Head Nurse

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Medical / Health

Reporting to: Facility In Charge

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Facility in Charge, the overall objective of the position takes overall responsibility of planning, supervising, coordinating nursing services, deployment of the nursing staff to various sections, organizing and discharging activities to the nursing staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Overall in-charge of all nursing services and would therefore work as both supervisor and team leader of the whole team.
  • Participate actively in the planning and evaluation at the center.
  • Coordinating care for complex clients and demonstrate leadership when collaborating with care providers.
  • Ensuring efficiency in planning, organization and implementation of work in the center.
  • Compile and submit daily, weekly (IPD HIS) and monthly.
  • Focal person in issues concerning the nursing department within the rehab.
  • Deployment of nursing staff within the rehab.
  • Liaise with Logistics coordinator in planning of the field movement of the rehab staff on a daily basis
  • Ensure the KRCS guidelines, policies and vision are understood and followed by the nursing department.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of SOPs, policies and procedures on the running of the rehab covering staffing and equipment.
  • Organize orientation programme for the new nurses.
  • In-charge of appraising nurses.
  • Hold monthly and quarterly meetings with the nursing team.
  • Acquiring and maintaining current knowledge in the Nursing Education and practice.
  • Supervise the center regularly to ensure quality care.
  • In collaboration with the administrator, the matron and in-charges oversee the daily staff track of the nurses at the rehab
  • In-charge of the bi-annual rotation of the nursing staff.
  • Manage the nursing personnel in cooperation with the Human Resource office in recruitment, deployment and disciplinary sittings concerning the nursing staff.
  • Ability to supervise the provision of safe, effective and ethical care.
  • Approve Leave forms for the nursing team ensuring all the departments are adequately covered at all times.
  • Maintain Database of the nursing staff.
  • Ensure adherence to polices and guidelines with reference to nursing practice, infection control and prevention and healthcare waste management.
  • Ensure all nurses have a valid practicing license.
  • Report any significant changes in operations of the health services to the Facility In Charge
  • Recommend and implement inter-departmental reshuffle of hospital nursing staff biannually/annually or whenever necessary.
  • Participate in all mortality audits.
  • Identification and assessment of training needs of the nursing staff depending on their respective areas of work and ensure fair selection when training opportunities arise.
  • Network with the logistics department, pharmacy, administrator and other sector heads to ensure there is availability of resources (medical supplies).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree or Higher diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualifications.
  • Certificate or diploma in psychiatric community nursing is an added advantage
  • Registered with the nursing council of Kenya and have a current practicing license
  • Over two (2) years relevant experience gained in a busy hospital setup. Experience working in a rehabilitation center will be an added advantage.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Good knowledge of the work of the Red Cross in Kenya
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to Influence and interface with senior members of the business/Society
  • A strong sense of business ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Experience in coaching, employee development and driving process improvements and conducting Job Evaluations.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders..
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Medical Logistician

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience3 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Logistics   Medical / Health

Reporting to: Pharmaceutical Technologist in Charge

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Pharmaceutical technologist In-Charge, the position takes overall responsibility of all procurement and inventory management of all medical supplies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate with the procurement assistant on all the procurement of the trimester and regular procurement of all medical supplies.
  • Manage the quality of all medical supplies and confirm upon delivery from suppliers
  • Manage drugs disposal as and when required.
  • Training and overseeing on management of drugs in the warehouse and tracking movement in close liaison with the storekeeper.
  • Follow up on medical sample/cold chain from external sources.
  • Verify and recommend specific medical equipment for the program from the market place.
  • Support in the technical review and analysis of bids as required
  • Inventory control: analyse demands, prepare regular forecasts, calculate replenishment orders and initiate procurement accordingly
  • Planning: participate in project designs, anticipate needs for supplies, support in the procurement of items for different departments, and keep abreast of changes in medical supplies in close cooperation with the facility in charge

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology.
  • Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Medical logistics will be an added advantage

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • At least 3 years’ experience working in a complex, multifaceted, community health program.
  • Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Must give careful attention to assigned duties and prompt execution of all work assignments.
  • Must be a team player with the ability to work independently.
  • Good communication, customer service and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Pharmaceutical Technologist In Charge

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience3 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Pharmaceutical

Reporting to: Facility In Charge

JOB SUMMARY

The Pharmaceutical Technologist in Charge will be working under the guidance and supervision of the Facility in Charge and will be directly responsible for the running of the rehab dispensing pharmacy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitoring and supervising the hospital dispensing pharmacy staff to ensure all pharmaceutical ethical protocols are observed.
  • Prepare and submit regular inventory reports and requisition orders on time.
  • Monitoring drug consumption rate and keeping accurate records of the same.
  • Carry out regular pharmacy quality audits in all dispensing units.
  • Work with the medical logistician and procurement assistant on procurement-specific issues or improvements.
  • Provide on-time, standard monthly reports to facility in charge.
  • Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients and to evaluate their suitability.
  • Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage and proper medication storage.
  • Analyse prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions
  • Maintain records such as pharmacy files, patient files inventories, control records and registries of poisons, narcotics and controlled drugs.
  • Collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor review and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of drugs and drug regiments, providing advice on drug applications and characteristics.
  • Compound and dispense medications as prescribed by clinicians by calculating, weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients.
  • Offer health promotion and prevention activities, for example training people to use devices such as blood pressure or diabetes monitors.
  • Plan, Implement and maintain procedures for mixing, packaging and labelling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security and proper disposal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution
  • Registered with Kenya Pharmaceutical Association (KPA)
  • 3 years working experience in a busy hospital set up.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Knowledge of medical logistics
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

Psychiatric Nurse – 3 positions

  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience3 years
  • Job Field Medical / Health

Reporting to: Head Nurse

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head Nurse, the psychiatric nurse’s overall objective will be to provide safe, effective and curative mental health services in the rehabilitation center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identify and define mental health problems and needs of the patients in the rehabilitation center and provide technical advice on all cases of psychiatric disorders/other psychological problems.
  • Oversee and conduct mental health assessments, diagnose and plan individual case management of patients with mental health conditions in the center and refer accordingly.
  • Develop nursing care plans for psychiatric patients admitted into the ward and liaise treatment plans with the Clinician.
  • Work closely with clinicians and addiction counselors in development of treatment plans for individual patients
  • Design a suitable and relevant “Mental Health” training manual for the rehabilitation center
  • Identify and manage patients will mental health conditions both in the outpatient and psychiatric consultation clinic and in the community through follow-ups.
  • Manage in-patients with psychological morbidity or those admitted with known psychiatric disorders.
  • Manage patients with emotional and or psychiatric morbidity.
  • Provide psychiatric support by use of individual or group counselling and psychotherapy.
  • Training of relevant staff, CHWs, HP screeners, auxiliary nurses and other groups exposed to persons with mental problems or the vulnerable groups.
  • Community education and creating awareness so as to initiate community participation as a PHC approach.
  • Design a mental health working guideline in line with ICD-10, chapter V primary care version, to suit the rehabilitation center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in nursing from a recognized nursing institution
  • Certificate or diploma in psychiatric community nursing. Experience of working in a rehabilitation center is an added advantage
  • Registered with the nursing council of Kenya and have a current practicing licence
  • At least 3 years’ experience working in a complex, multifaceted community health program.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills.
  • Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the Society’s strategic objectives.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Ability to effectively multitask.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders..
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.

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Training Coordinator

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • Location Lamu
  • Job Field Education / Teaching

Reporting to: Administration officer

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Administration Officer, the Training Coordinator is responsible for managing, designing, developing, coordinating and conducting all training programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Map out annual training plans for the clients and staff based on their needs.
  • Design and develop training programs (outsourced and/or in-house)
  • Select appropriate training methods or activities (e.g. simulations, mentoring, on-the-job training, professional development classes)
  • Use known education principles and stay up-to-date on new training methods and techniques
  • Design, prepare and order educational aids and materials
  • Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on clients skills
  • Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with experts regarding instructional design
  • Maintain updated curriculum database and training records
  • Host train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts
  • Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment
  • Research and recommend new training methods
  • Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors’ degree in Education, Training, HR or related field
  • Two (2)’ years’ experience as a Training Coordinator, Trainer, Training Facilitator or similar role

DESIRED COMPETENCIES

  • Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting
  • Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation
  • Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools
  • Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate)
  • Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
  • Experience with e-learning platforms
  • Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
  • Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
  • Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet

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