Research Officer - Malaria parasite detection by PCR
Reference Number: RO-09-11
Category: Research, Science and Biotechnology
Salary: Kshs. 105,174
Grade: 5.4
Location: Kilifi
Country: Kenya
Summary:
The purpose of this appointment is to establish a system for high throughout PCR detection of malaria.
Reporting Lines:
The post reports to the Principal Investigator and will be responsible overall to the Scientific Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Test and optimise DNA extraction procedure using high-throughput machines.
- Perform high-throughput DNA extraction.
- Test and optimise real-time PCR assays for malaria parasite detection.
- Perform high throughput PCR assays.
- Manage the data and samples from these assays.
Skills and Competence:
Qualifications:
- BSc in Biological Sciences
- An MSc in Biological Sciences.
Experience and Competencies:
Post holder will have:
- Prior experience of working in the Laboratory and performing PCR assays
- Good computer skills and familiar with database management.
- Strong organizational skills
- Good team player as well as able to work independently.
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated.
Application Procedure:
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Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.
The application closing date is 26th September 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
PDM (Kenya) Limited is a property development and management company, with interests across East Africa.
The company is seeking to fill a vacant position of Regional Finance Manager (RFM), based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the RFM will be responsible for overseeing the company’s finance operations across the region. This role is amongst the most senior management positions in the company.
The incumbent will be expected to contribute to the overall strategic development of the company, working together with other members of the management team.
Specific responsibilities will include:- - lead in preparation of the company’s business plans and annual budgets
- preparation of management accounts and financial reports
- management of the company’s treasury and tax matters
- preparation of financial models for proposed projects
- ensuring existence of and adherence to strong internal control systems
- preparation of statutory accounts and liaison with statutory auditors
- developing and leading a strong team of professional staff in the finance department
The ideal candidate will: - Be a degree holder in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management or Economics, from a recognised University. (a post graduate qualification, e.g. MBA, will be an added advantage)
- Be a registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) of at least five years standing
- Have at least eight years experience in a busy commercial environment, of which at least three will be at senior management level with overall responsibility for the finance function in a medium to large organisation
- Have excellent organisational, interpersonal and analytic skills with an ability to communicate effectively at all levels and a high degree of integrity
- Be a team player
For confidential consideration, please send your detailed curriculum vitae by Friday, September 16, 2011 to:
The Chief Operating Officer
PDM (Kenya) Limited
IPS Building, 12th Floor
Kimathi Street,
P. O. Box 58470 – 00200, Nairobi
Email: hr@pdmkenya.com
Funded by United States President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), RTI International is providing strategic, technical, management, and operational support to the Department of Malaria Control (DOMC) under the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation (MOPHS) to expand the use of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) as an intervention for malaria prevention and control in Kenya.
RTI International is recruiting for an M&E Officer for the IRS Kenya Project to be based in Nairobi with frequent travel to field offices in Nyanza.
Specific Responsibilities:- Coordinating in-country planning and implementation of the randomized impact evaluation, including overseeing qualitative and quantitative data collection, measurement design, and liaising with all evaluation partners;
- Overseeing the development and implementation of the project’s monitoring and evaluation strategies and requirements, including the development of an M&E strategy and plan based on key process and impact indicators for the project, and developing systems and tools for tracking indicators.
- Providing technical assistance to project staff and partners in the design and implementation of M&E plans and ensuring that appropriate monitoring and evaluation tools are used;
- Oversee the Monitoring and Evaluation component of IRS through supervision and training of national authorities to undertake geographical reconnaissance, entomological baselines and post spraying review and reporting.
- Design and implement, in collaboration with PLNP partners, a plan for local M&E activities to support the program activities; track progress on a regular basis toward project results through M&E processes and related tools that support quality assurance for key project result areas.
- Work with the various authorities to implement recommendations to address current gaps in data collection, data inputs, sources, flow, forms, registers and reports; suggest additional strategies for strengthening data collection and interpretation as appropriate.
- Participate in IRS micro-planning and coordinate post-IRS review and dissemination of results to relevant audiences including the USAID Mission and NMCP, following each IRS round
Minimum Qualification: - B.Sc. Mathematics/Statistics with at least 6 years work experience in Public health/ Management of Information Systems or equivalent at field level or in-country malaria program, IRS environment, private sector and/or public sector
- Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection/survey design, implementation and analysis.
- Background in monitoring and evaluation or research in relevant area, including some of the following: performance measurement, indicator selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies, and database management.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using computers, with experience using statistical programs such as SPSS, Access etc.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience working in project monitoring and evaluation.
How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the above minimum requirements should submit application letter and detailed CV with contact information (including telephone & current gross salary) to jojuok@nb.rti.org on or before September 23rd 2011.
Due to urgency of the recruitment, applications will be short-listed on a regular basis and we may offer the positions before the closing date.
RTI International would like to graciously thank all candidates for their interest.
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA /M/F/D/V employer.
Job Title: Customer Service Executive
Main Responsibilities - Process sales orders, forms, applications and quotation requests
- Deal directly with customers either by telephone, electronically or face to face
- Communicate and coordinate with internal departments
- Manage customers' accounts
- Perform customer verifications
- Respond promptly to customer inquiries
- Direct requests and unresolved issues to the designated resource
- Record details of inquiries, comments and complaints
- Handle and resolve customer complaints
- Keep records of customer interactions and transactions
Required Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge - Excellent communications skills both oral and written
- Good study habits and ability to learn fast
- Good networking skills
- Creative mind
- Ability to multi-task
- Results Oriented
- Excellent negotiation and problem resolution skill
- 3 years Experience in a customer service role.
To apply for this positions send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.
Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
