Food and Nutrition Security Interns Jobs in Kenya

Position Title: Food and Nutrition Security Interns
Location: Nutrition and Health Program Plus -Busia, Tharaka Nithi, Samburu, Kitui and Marsabit
Project Description: Nutrition and Health Program plus Kenya goal is to increase access and demand for nutrition services and improve food and nutrition security, as well as commodity management support.
At national level Nutrition and Health Program plus aims to expand Nutrition Assessment Counseling and Support (NACS) services beyond HIV, offering technical and financial support to roll-out NACS to include High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI).
To help achieve this, national and sub-national levels will be engaged to create a heightened profile for nutrition and strengthen budgeting, planning and monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
Nutrition and Health Program plus will provide commodity management support for vulnerable populations following PEPFAR Food and Nutrition guidance and be expanded at national level to reach additional clients. A critical element of this work will involve coordination with and strengthening of existing USAID/Kenya and East Africa efforts.
Job Summary: The Food and Nutrition Interns will work as apprentices. They will work closely with the Deputy Chief of Party, Agriculture Specialist, Nutrition Specialist, M&E Specialist, Sub/County Agriculture and Livestock Officers, Sub/County Nutrition Coordinator, implementing partners, Department of Education, and other NHPplus staff to provide technical support for community NACS and agri-nutrition activities designed to contribute towards reduction in stunting.
These activities shall include increasing market access and consumption of diverse and quality foods while embracing improved maternal, infant and young child diets, as well as increasing resilience of vulnerable households and communities.
Essential Job Functions:  Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identifying and promoting/supporting/implementing:

1. investments that target vulnerable groups to increase food production for consumption, and increase women’s empowerment, including assets, use of energy and time, and income
2. livelihood opportunities that promote gender equity in combination with achieving nutrition objectives
3. community driven development approaches to enhance social, economic, and environmental resilience, through effectively linking vulnerable clients with food security, livelihood and economic support.

• Promoting and strengthening linkages between agriculture and health frontline service providers to work towards improving food security and nutrition at community and household levels.
• Establishing linkages and facilitating collaboration across relevant sectors, departments, public and private partners and stakeholders:

1. to scale up targeted nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive services appropriate to local needs and contexts through a gender lens
2. for sharing information, planning, programming and service provision at both health facility and community levels

• Promoting: awareness and consumption of diversified, nutrient dense, fortified and nutritionally adequate foods; High Impact Nutrition Interventions (HINI) during the 1000-days window of opportunity and among women and youth; agri-food and nutrition sensitive technologies; best practices for food preparation & utilization; and energy & time saving technologies
• Supporting implementation of the community approach for Nutrition Assessment Counselling and Support (NACS), Integrated Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) and Maternal Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN)
• Coordinating capacity building and technical support on agri-foods and nutrition issues including nutrition sensitive technologies, dietary diversification and nutrient dense diets
• Promoting food safety including appropriate methods of handling, preservation, processing, storage and utilization of agri-foods
• Promoting/supporting water and sanitation activities
• Executing any other activities and strategies based on the approved NHPplus work plan.

Minimum Requirements Standards:

• University degree in Nutrition, Home Economics or other relevant disciplines and certified by the KNDI Council.
• (A master’s degree in above mentioned disciplines or Bachelors degree with three years research experience, will be an added advantage)
• Field experience is essential as this position will be based in the five focus counties of Busia, Tharaka Nithi, Samburu, Kitui and Marsabit.
• (Ability to speak local language will be an added advantage)

How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their CV and cover letter to jobs@lanxafrica.co.ke clearly indicating the job title on the subject line on or before 25th June 2018.

Medical Rep Jobs in Eldoret and Kisumu, Kenya

Jobs: Pharma Medical Sales Reps

2 Posts

Reporting to: The Marketing Manager / Supervisor.
 

Our Client is a growing Company that specializes in the importation and distribution of Pharmaceuticals & Surgicals.

Qualifications & Experience required.

• Recently graduated in BSC degree in a science subject such as Bio-Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology etc.
• Experience of 1-3 years in similar capacity.
• Looking to work as a Medical Rep for a well rounded Pharmaceutical Company.
• The Medical Rep will be allocated a particular area within which to market Company products to doctors and chemists, s/he will be visiting the doctors in both institutions and otherwise.
• Should have good technical knowledge and skills, be aggressive, charming, sharp and a good communicator.
• Should be punctual, honest, and able to meet targets set by the Company and be willing to grow with the Company.
• The Medical Rep will be giving adequate training on the products and how to communicate with the Doctors and Chemist.

 

Pharmacist Job in Kibera, Nairobi, Kenya - Shining Hope for Community

Shining Hope for Community
 

Position: Pharmacist
 

Location: Kibera
 

Reports to: Health Services Program Officer
 

Hours: Mon- Fri, 8:00am to 4:00pm and two Saturdays a Month
 

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and dispense prescribed medications and pharmaceutical preparations according to patients' prescription.
• Provide advice for non-prescription medications
• Monitor drugs and other medical supplies levels and initiate the procurement process.
• Take inventory and track medication and supply orders
• Keep records of all drug stocks ordered, drugs issued to clients and stocks remaining.
• Prepare and submit reports on daily sales undertaken and achievement to the management as required.
• Arrange drugs in the required manner
• Establish and maintain good relationships with customers which includes clinics, doctors, hospitals and other institutions
• Monitor storage conditions i.e. expiry status and security of the pharmaceuticals
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Nurse Job in Kibera, Nairobi, Kenya - Shining Hope for Community

Shining Hope for Community

Position: Nurse
 

Location: Kibera
 

Reports to: Health Services Program Officer
 

Hours: Mon- Fri, 8:00am to 4:00pm and two Saturdays a month

Main purpose of the job: The job holder is responsible for providing holistic nursing services to outpatients within Shofco’s Clinic

Key Responsibilities:

• Aiding CO as required during treatment, examination and testing of patients;
• Ensure that all required observations, prescribed treatment and procedures are properly carried out and documented on patient’s charts.
• Refer to the CO relevant information such as patient’s status and laboratory results, which would assist in proper clinical management.
• Participate in community health surveys/campaigns
• Participate in training of community health workers
• Preparing equipment and ensuring examination rooms are clean and stocked with required supplies and materials;
• Administering prescribed medications, injections and treatments in accordance with nursing standards;
• Maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Performing other related duties within the clinic as may be assigned

Clinical Officer Job in Kibera, Nairobi, Kenya - Shining Hope for Community

Shining Hope for Community

Position: Clinical Officer
 

Location: Kibera
 

Reports to: HSPO
 

Hours: Monday- Friday, 8am to 4pm, and two Saturdays a month

KMTC Lecturers Jobs in Machakos and Nakuru - JOBS IN KENYA

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts tenable at various Campuses of the College to replace staff who have left service for various reasons:

1. Lecturer II (Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine)
1 Post
Machakos MTC
Ref No: KMTC/QP-23/EAF/AS 1/2016
 

Job Summary
 

Duties at this level will include: 

• participating in teaching and evaluating relevant subjects in their discipline areas;
• assessing students in clinical areas; 
• organizing extra-curricular activities in the college; assisting senior lecturers in research and development of teaching materials; 
• planning, designing and developing relevant teaching materials; 
• identifying health problems prevalent in the country and conducting surveys; and 
• supervising students in clinical areas

A Nursing Job at Matibabu Foundation - Job In Kenya

 About Matibabu Foundation

Matibabu Foundation is is an NGO in Siaya County. Our focus is to enhance the quality, affordability and accessibility of healthcare with more attention to the women and their families through offering affordable, facilities- based health care with extensive laboratory and pharmaceutical services.
Matibabu Foundation is growing as we live our mission of “Providing family centered health information & services that meet or surpass the expectations of our clients, by working with individuals, the community and government to improve overall health goals”.
As a result of this growth, several vacancies have arisen, and we therefore invite qualified, talented and highly motivated candidates to fill the following positions.Matibabu Foundation is dynamic NGO  based in Siaya County. Our focus is to improve the quality, affordability and accessibility of healthcare with more attention to the women and their families through offering affordable, facilities- based health care with extensive laboratory and pharmaceutical services.
Matibabu Foundation is growing as we live our mission of “Providing family centered health information & services that meet or surpass the expectations of our clients, by working with individuals, the community and government to improve overall health goals”.
As a result of this growth, several vacancies have arisen, and we therefore invite qualified, talented and highly motivated candidates to fill the following positions.

Role Description
Nursing Practice is to provide safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.

Requirements and Qualification of Nursing Officer Jobs

• Diploma in Nursing Science Degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse by the Nursing Council with current license to practice
• Required Credentials, Licensure or Certification
• At least 3years Experience preferably in a Clinical set-up
• Thorough knowledge of routine nursing process and practice.
• Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge is an added advantage
• Able to use a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (i.e. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices

Nursing Officer Position Responsibilities

• Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship based nursing care.
• Provide the patient care on a very personal level.
• Provide daily report directly to physicians and RNs.
• Responsible for taking vitals and monitoring in-and-out volumes and treating common ailments like bedsores.
• Preparing and or performing several procedures such as dressing wounds, bathing and dressing, and giving enemas.
• May administer prescribed medicines or start IV fluids to patients.
• Maintenance of quality nursing care at all times to the patient.
• Ensure that the report is correctly given at each shift change.
• Carry out all nursing duties and other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor
• Apply technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
• Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.

Interested candidates should submit their applications, enclosing a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone contacts to: –
The Administration Officer,
Matibabu Foundation,
P.O. Box 230 – 40607,
Ukwala, Kenya.
OR E-mail to info@matibabukenya.org so as to reach us not later than 5th October, 2016.
NB: Only successful and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Matibabu Foundation is an Equal opportunity Employer.

Biomedical Engineers 20 Jobs in Kenya

ur Client: Leading provider of integrated business and technology solutions. The company delivers solutions to customers in the Financial Services, Energy and Utilities, Telecoms and Government sectors in partnership with Global Technology Industry leaders.

Industry: ICT / Healthcare

Type of Job: 1 Year Renewable Contract

Job Title: Biomedical Engineer

Job Summary: The candidate should be willing to relocate or preferably reside in one of the locations (see below).

Job Locations:

• Nairobi
• Greater Nairobi
• Mombasa
• Nyeri
• Kisumu
• Kisii
• Eldoret

Number of Position(s):  20

Type of Hire: Kenyan National

Roles & Responsibilities:

Implementation

• With minimal supervision, install and troubleshoot designated radiology equipment within the various assigned health facilities as per agreed specifications.
• Working with an implementation team in project implementation and deployment, which may include overseeing elements of the project or team when assigned.
• The engineer may be called on to take over supervision of implementation tasks assigned and working to ensure proper implementation and troubleshooting if necessary.
• Generate daily reports on projects tasks undertaken and submit the same in a timely manner to the Technical Project Manager.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation as instructed by the Technical Project Manager.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Support

• Maintain daily communications with customers to ensure resolution and proper follow-up, leading to customer satisfaction.
• Work within hospital radiology environment to evaluate and troubleshoot imaging equipment issues and implement appropriate repairs.
• Complete Preventative Maintenance on designated radiology equipment.
• Complete necessary service and repair documentation following client policies & procedures.
• Document all repair actions and submit reports/summaries according to schedule.
• Ensure proper care of spares, tools and test equipment and ensure calibration.

Training

• Undergo continuous technical skills update through trainings as required in the engineer’s training roadmap within timelines set.
• Learn and ensure proper care of tools and test equipment and ensure calibration. Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes and procedures regarding safe and effective use of medical equipment.
• Enhance and maintain technical knowledge of current standards, codes and procedures regarding safe and effective use of medical equipment through formal instruction.
• Training of clinical staff on designated equipment as and when required.

Coaching

• Induction and mentorship of junior team members as well as delegated supervisory duties for any junior member, assigned to the project.
• May assist more and less experienced technicians on basic and complex installation and repairs /resolution works respectively.

Health & Safety

• Meet Health and Human Services, Environment Health and Safety requirements and/or all other applicable regulatory requirements.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• 1-8 years of experience in a similar field; preferably healthcare
• Work history must demonstrate similar scope of work
• Fluent in English (reading/understanding, spoken, written)
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
• Good communication and presentation skills - both verbal and written
• Active listening - ability to understand requirements
• A high attention to detail
• Proactive problem solver
• Client focused
• Ability to work independently & a positive team player
• Deadline driven (Time management)
• Self-motivated
• Conducts self professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience

How to Apply:
 

Send your CV (in Word format) titled with your Name via email with the Subject Line as “Biomedical Engineer” to jobs@genesisconsult.net no later than 16 March 2015. 

No phone calls please.

The Mater Hospital Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

The Mater Hospital a leading health care provider in the region is seeking to fill the following positions:
 

1. Ref: MDI/01/2014 - Medical Intern Doctors
 

The Hospital is accredited by the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board to offer placement to newly qualified Doctors for a one year Internship program. 

We are seeking to place five [5] Intern Doctors commencing 1st quarter 2015.

Interested candidates should apply through hrrecruit@materkenya.com attaching a detailed CV, copies of relevant examination results, including the Medical Board Examination Report for those trained out of the Country.
 

2. Ref. SR/MD/01/2014 - Surgical Registrar
 

Reporting to the Medical Director the successful candidates main role is to perform surgical procedures in the Hospital.

Specific duties will include but not limited to:

• Assist in drawing up policies and procedures for the Theatre Unit
• Review patients referred from A&E and other Clinics with surgical needs.
• In liaison with the Consultants, review all surgical in-patients in the Wards and other Units.
• Admit patients from A&E and carry out surgical procedures as necessary.
• Participate in clinics, outreach missions, divisional activities and CPDs.
• Carryout on the job training and mentorship of Medical Officers and Intern Doctors.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Masters in General Surgery
• Competence in Critical Care and Standard Surgical Procedures
• Registered by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
• Sound diagnostic and judgement skills
• Good monitoring and evaluation skills
• Ability to work under pressure

1. Ref: MD/RACT/1/2014 - Refrigeration & Air Condition Technician
 

Reporting to the Assistant Projects and Maintenance Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others;

• Liaise with contractors to ensure timely and quality servicing is done under Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM).
• Carry out necessary troubleshooting for all ACs, Fridges, UPSs, Generators to establish repairs and maintenance needed to avoid breakdown/downtime.
• Ensure vital supplies are always in stock for efficient delivery of services.
• Ensure tidiness and safety of workstations and sites.
• Document and maintain records on PPM, Manuals and Supplies.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning from a recognized institution.
• At least 3 years working experience in a very busy hospitality establishment.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good organization and planning skills.

2. Ref: MD/BT/02/2014 - Biomedical Technologist
 

Reporting to the Biomedical Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others;

• Develop and implement effective Planned Preventive Maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate maintenance of medical equipment and work with the Units and Suppliers to ensure that any issues/repairs are addressed for efficient delivery of services.
• Conduct training on medical equipment use and handling.
• Maintaining job cards for each job assigned.

Qualifications/Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Medical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered by the Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya.
• 3 years’ experience in medical equipment maintenance in a busy medical institution is highly desirable
• Good organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Must be computer literate.

3. Ref: MD/LS/03/2014 - Laundry Supervisor:
 

Reporting to the Head Housekeeper, the successful candidates’ responsibility will be but not limited to:

• Establishing procedures and standards to ensure quality laundry services.
• Ensuring efficiency in the cleaning, distribution and safe storage of linen and garments.
• Ensuring proper functioning and maintenance of all the laundry machines and other equipment in the unit.
• Overseeing the inspection of fabrics, mending and fabrication of specialized items.
• Monitor stocks, prepare reports and ensure proper records are maintained on all operations of the unit.
• Supervision, induction of new staff, training and development.

Qualifications:

• Higher Diploma in Hotel and Institutional Management or Laundry and Dry Cleaning from a recognized institution.
• Proven experience of at least five (5) years in managing laundry services at a senior level in a large organization, preferably hospitality.
• Training in Supervisory Skills will be an added advantage.

If you are interested in any of the above positions and you have the prerequisite requirements, please send your application together with a detailed CV and 3 referees quoting the reference number for the position to hrrecruit@materkenya.com to reach us not later than Friday 21st November 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Marketing Manager Job in Kenya - Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa

The Aga Khan Health Services, Kenya is a part of Aga Khan Development Network. The Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya runs two secondary care level hospitals in Mombasa and Kisumu. The Hospitals are acknowledged for quality healthcare services. They have achieved ISO accreditation and also moving towards internationally recognised clinical standards of quality and excellence.

Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa is looking for the following seasoned professionals who will be leaders in enhancing of existing Clinical programs and work with the larger AKH System in developing specific clinical improvement programs.

Marketing Manager

Reporting to the CEO, the Marketing Manager’s main role will be to ensure business development and growth in service delivery for the hospital.

Major duties and responsibilities

• Grow the hospital clientele base through increasing individuals who choose the hospital as their healthcare services provider
• Work strategically to increase the awareness and use of the hospital’s services like specialist clinics, outreach centres, clinical laboratory and outpatient services
• Plan relentless programs for improving the patient retention
• Ensure maximum level of patient satisfaction is guaranteed.
• Monitoring the existing corporate accounts hand!ed by the hospital and work to bring in more clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• A post graduate qualification in Marketing.
• The person should have more than 2 years working experience in the service industry.
• Ability to give captivating or convincing presentations to a top level audience
• A good understanding of the Healthcare sector will be an added advantage
• Excellent levels of customer service and report writing skills

How to Apply

Applications with all relevant documents should be emailed to recruitment.msa@akhskenya.org 

Deadline of submitting application is on 14th November 2014.