ICT4D Officer Jobs at Jhpiego in Kenya

Job Title: ICT4D Officer

Employer: Jhpiego
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 23rd August 2013.

Responsibilities:
• Provide technical guidance and direction to project teams in the field on all ICT4D interventions
• Design, implement, maintain, and support appropriate and cost-effective information and communication technologies to facilitate activities such as:
• Use of Android and windows mobile app for field data collection and follow up
• Use of SMS for data collection, appointment recording and follow-up
• Use of SMS for delivery of educational and Behavior Change Communication messages
• Information flow among stakeholders
• Supporting eLearning approaches to disseminate knowledge updates to providers.
• Provide technical input into proposals, concept notes and other business development-related materials
• Work with program staff and Jhpiego Global Programs Office to identify opportunities for ICT4D in program cycle management
• Promote and support innovative ways for dissemination of project information and experience sharing among the project team and regional-based staff
• Liaise with the ICT Manager and other key stakeholders to ensure a holistic approach to ICT4D and improve knowledge sharing within the organization.

Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in ICT (Master’s degree in ICT or Public Health would be an added advantage)
• Minimum five (5) years’ field experience providing technical assistance for healthcare-related ICT interventions and implementing ICT4D approaches
• Experience in managing software development or implementation and an understanding of hardware and network architecture
• Skills in Android & Windows Mobile App development
• Excellent skills and experience in use of Java C, C++, Visual Basic, MySQL and SQL, Windows and Linux server platforms
• Up-to-date knowledge of technologies and technology standards and the constraints and benefits of different technologies
• Excellent organizational skills, verbal and written communications skills including presentation and facilitation skills.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should send a CV with three referees and detailed cover letter by email to
HR.Kenya@jhpiego.org

Please indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.
Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer

Community Hygiene Water & Sanitation Promotion Engineer Jobs at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Job Title: Community Hygiene Water & Sanitation Promotion Engineer

Employer: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Duty Station: Kenya, Somalia
Application Deadline: 31st August, 2013.

(Based in Somalia)

The Water & Habitat Unit carries out various projects in Somalia which include undertaking construction and rehabilitation projects in prisons.
In the frame of its activities, the Somali Delegation in Nairobi is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Somali national or origin to fill the Water and Habitat (Hygiene Promotion) position, based in Somalia (various locations).

Responsibilities
• Project management of urban, rural community programs;
• Provide and facilitate hygiene & community management training as required;
• Participate & supervise in hygiene promotion sessions in rural areas;
• Offering support to the Wathab program management;
• Conduct hygiene promotion in places of detention;
• Assistance in distribution of hygiene materials;
• Education of prison authorities in hygiene practices procedures;
• Implement contracts for ICRC projects and deal directly with contractors on the ground;
• Organize for and provide technical training and support to ICRC staff.

Minimum Requirements
• Degree of Bachelor of Science (Civil Engineering and/or Health Education) or related field of work;
• Minimum of 2 years experience in implementing and supervising projects; previous experience as a Health Educator / community mobiliser desirable;
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, any other interactive software like AutoCAD is an asset);
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings;
• Excellent command of English and Somali languages.
Other Requirements
• Experience in humanitarian work;
• Flexibility and willingness to be based in various regions and travel inside Somalia, and ability to work in hardship areas;
• Good report writing and administrative skills, ability to supervise and train staff;
• Experience in supervising construction teams on site;
• Ability to design simple structures, such as small buildings, concrete slabs, etc;
• Maturity in dealing with sensitive matters in a highly confidential manner.

How to Apply:
Interested persons (of Somali nationality or origin), with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address,
Please include: Copies of ID papers, detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
International Committee of the Red Cross, Somalia Delegation,
Denis Pritt Road,
P.O Box 73226, Nairobi, 00200, Kenya
E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

Radiologist at Nairobi Hospital in Nairobi

Job Title: Radiologist

Ref: HRD/RAD/08/13

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and are committed to continual improvement.
The ideal candidates are team players with the ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.
Reporting to the Chief Radiologist, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following among others:
Evaluating diagnostic images to ensure they are of diagnostic value.
Providing reports for diagnostic images.
Routine and Doppler ultrasound imaging.
CT imaging and interpretation.
Intravenous administration of contrast material.
Fluoroscopic screening for special procedures.
Providing guidance to Radiographers and Ultrasonographers.
Facilitating in Hospital and Departmental CMEs.
Contributing to medical imaging research.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Masters of Medicine in Radiology.
At least three (3) years experience in a busy Radiology Department.
Proven skills in emergency radiology.
Good analytical, communication and interpersonal relations.
Valid registration and annual practice licences.
Exposure to computer aided reporting will be an added advantage
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us
your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100
or recruitment@nbihosp.org
Deadline: 22/08/2013

Programme Officer at Transparency International Kenya in Nairobi

Job Title: Programme Officer – Extractive Industries and Devolved Government reporting to the Programmes Coordinator, Governance and Policy

Job Location: Nairobi

Transparency International Kenya (TI-Kenya) is a not-for-profit organization that aims at developing a transparent and corruption free society.
Overall Purpose:
To develop and implement interventions on extractive industries that promotes responsible, participatory, transparent and accountable resource management.
The programme officer shall also implement projects to strengthen public participation, promote transparency and accountability in devolved governance;
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Geology, Law and or Political Science. Master’s Degree will be an added advantage;

Three years’ experience in implementation of:
a. Policy and legislative analysis in extractives and related sectors
b. Community engagement in natural resource management
c. Local governance projects and Capacity Development and;
d. Development programs and management of partnerships.
How to Apply:
Interested persons who meet the required qualifications should send in as one document an application letter and CV with three professional referees to hr@tikenya.org
Please indicate the job title on the subject line.
Only emailed applications will be processed.
Do not attach your Certificates.
Deadline: 23/08/2013

Plant Technician at Nairobi Hospital in Nairobi

Job Title: Plant Technician

Ref: HRD/PT/08/13

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and are committed to continual improvement.
The ideal candidates are team players with the ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.
Reporting to the Assistant Engineer (Plant), the successful candidate will be responsible for the following among others:
Performing preventative maintenance and ensuring safety of all mechanical equipment.
Troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining of Hospital mechanical systems.
Maintaining and repairing plumbing, gas and drainage installations.
Maintaining and repairing kitchen and laundry equipment, pumps, compressed air systems, pool equipment, oil fired boilers, steam distribution and recovery systems.
Maintaining up to date job cards for each job assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant option) from a recognized institution.
2 years experience in hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical repairs.
Good organisational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
Computer literate.
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us
your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100
or recruitment@nbihosp.org
Deadline: 22/08/2013

Program Manager at University of Maryland in Nairobi

Job Title: Program Manager

Reports To: Program Director
Job Purpose: To support day to day running of APHIAPlus Imarisha Grant

The University of Maryland implements comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment programs to facilitate the Ministry of Health in controlling the spread of HIV and rapidly scale up HIV services, institute continuous quality improvement methods as well as the M&E infrastructure necessary to support these services; is seeking a suitably qualified person

Specific Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will be responsible for:
Project Implementation and Monitoring
Supporting the technical team to develop work plans specific to the laboratory, maternal new born and child health (MNCH), community based services, supply chain and continuous quality improvement components, and monitoring execution of those plans.
Managing the completion of project deliverables under the direction of the Program Director, including keeping the timeline, assigning responsibilities for project tasks, ensuring accountability, receiving reports from project teams, and trouble-shooting to ensure timelines and targets are met as agreed with partners and donors.
Planning and ensuring execution of key programmatic meetings and activities.
Project Resource Management
Ensuring that all project resources are aligned to enable delivery of project goals.
Ensuring that all project procurements and renovations are undertaken within specific timelines.
Developing budgets in conjunction with Program Director and monitoring project burn rates to ensure activities are implemented within timeframe and budget.

Representation and Reporting
Organizing and coordinating representation of the program at relevant meetings with stakeholders, as appropriate.
In conjunction with Program Director, building and maintaining relationships and with a broad range of organizations and individuals working in the field of HIV within Kenya.
Assisting Program Director with convening information, writing and submitting programmatic reports, circulating regular internal briefings to US HQ based staff and management of the technical assistance team.

Key Qualifications and Experience
At least a Masters in a health field such as public health, health policy, planning and management, MBA in Health Management or its equivalent
Experience of at least 5 years in project management
Proven and excellent writing skills
Experience of not less than 3 years working within the formal Kenya health system
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.
No phone calls please.
How to Apply:
The HR Manager,
P.O. Box 495-00606,
Nairobi.
Documents to be included: a cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information, CV showing the names and contacts of three professional referees, testimonials and two recommendation letters.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation does not demand for recruitment fees.
Deadline: 30/08/2013

Assistant Matron at Nairobi Hospital in Nairobi

Job Title: Assistant Matron

Ref: HRD/AM/08/13

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and are committed to continual improvement.
The ideal candidates are team players with the ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.
Reporting to the Matron/Director Nursing Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:
Participating in the development, review and implementation of nursing practice policies, procedures, guidelines and activities.
Providing effective leadership to the assigned Charge Nurses and their wards.
Implementing continuous improvement of nursing practice and service delivery.
Participating in the development of protocols of care and evaluating effectiveness.
Ensuring that infection control procedures and standards are implemented and maintained at all times.
Assisting with the investigations of patients’ complaints and effect changes where applicable to ensure compliance to standards.
Undertaking ward rounds on a regular basis to keep in touch with patients and ward staff so as to facilitate decision making and strengthen patient care.
Ensuring in-depth induction and orientation programmes for all nurses.
Enhancing collaboration between all functions involved in patient management.
Promoting nursing research and implementation of findings to improve evidence based care.
Participating in ward based execution of nursing education programs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Kenya Registered Nurse/Midwife
Bachelors degree in Nursing
Over 7 years progressive work experience, 4 of which must be at a senior level
Experience in Hospital administration and nursing policy making.
Demonstrable leadership skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving and influencing skills.
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us
your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100
or recruitment@nbihosp.org
Deadline: 22/08/2013