Aga Khan Hospital - Pharmacists, Legal Officer, Architect Jobs in Kenya

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the
following positions:

Pharmacist

• The Pharmacist will ensure correct interpretation of prescriptions and physician orders at both in-patient and outpatient levels to enable accurate compounding, dispensing, patient education and handling of pharmaceutical supplies for all orders. 
• S/he will provide effective pharmaceutical services to meet customer needs.

Supervisior, Pharmacy Stores

• The Supervisor, Pharmacy Stores, will plan, supervise and monitor the activities and services of the Pharmacy Stores. 
• S/he will be responsible for the overall operational management of the pharmacy drug store, including purchasing, financial performance, inventory control, customer service (internal/ external) and staff.
  Applicants for both these positions must have a Bachelors of Science Degree in Pharmacy and a Practicing License from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya. 
• S/he should be registered with Pharmaceutical
• Society of Kenya and have a minimum of 3 years hospital experience working in pharmaceutical services and
• 3years experience in stores management for the Stores Supervisor.

Legal Officer – Outreach Services

• The Legal Officer will be responsible for advising and obtaining advice on legal matters affecting the operations of AKUH,N Outreach Services. 
• S/he will be responsible for preparation and finalization of key legal documents and ensure statutory compliance for the centres’ operations.
• Applicants for the above position must have a Bachelor of Laws Degree LLB and be an Advocate of the High
• Court of Kenya with at least 4 years post admission experience and have a current practicing certificate. 
• S/he should have demonstrable relevant experience in handling Conveyance, Commercial, Insurance, Labour Matters and Litigation.

Architect

• The Architect will assist the Project Coordinator with managing projects in the Project Office. 
• This will include project management of projects undertaken by an external Consultant team as well as the architectural design and management of projects undertaken in-house.
• Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture and be registered or eligible for registration with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors, Kenya. 
• S/he should have at least 4 years’ work experience with a reputable organization or firm of Architects. 
• The candidate should have evidence based experience of working though all architectural stages, from concept design to running a job on site. 
• The candidate should have sound construction knowledge, proficiency in AutoCAD and other computer skills.

To Apply:

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to, 

The Manager, Recruitment, 

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. 

P. O. Box 30270-00100, 

Nairobi 

or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 23rd May 2012. 

Applications by email are preferred. Visit our website www.aku.edu for more information.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Vineyard Properties Accountant Job in Kenya

 We are an established Real Estate Company based in Nairobi. 

As part of our growth strategy, we are looking for an Accountant to join our team and together steer the company into realising its vision.

Qualifications

Minimum CPA (II) and aged between 27 and 33 years with 2-3 years of experience in a busy structured firm using Quickbooks.

Qualified individuals are invited to send their applications along with a detailed CV on or before 23/05/12.

To HR Manager Vineyard Properties Ltd
Box 1128-00200 Nairobi.

vineyardkenya23@yahoo.com

KAA - Corporate Communications Officer – Web Content and Social Media Coordinator Job in Kenya

Corporate Communications Officer – Web Content  and Social Media Coordinator

Job Profile

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual with experience and skills in management of web content and social media communications at strategic level.

Working within the Corporate Affairs section the individual will develop and oversee the execution of strategic social media and digital initiatives, including developing, managing web content and integrating interactive media into the overall business strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

Social Media Management

• Plan and manage social media campaigns across several different platforms including Face book, Twitter, YouTube, blogs, Flickr etc. while keeping in line with the organizations policies and industry best practices.
• Maintain a positive public presence for the organization in social networking websites by presenting positive and factual information.
• Maintain a robust community while keeping the voice of the KAA brand and participating in dialogue with the customers when appropriate.
• Coordinate social media content development with other communications projects and the organizations events calendar.
• Ensure effective use of social media through frequent updates and reviews to management at various levels to educate and inform about social media activities, policies, competition, and achievements.
• Identify new opportunities to continually improve the social media presence by engaging supporters online and nurture them into customers
• Work with graphic designers as needed, to produce creative for use in social media campaigns
• Follow up on instances of dissatisfaction reported by customers or community members to ensure that the organizations message is consistently and positively articulated

Web Content Management

• Develop online presence, and take charge of writing, editing, and proofreading site content by working closely with the technical, corporate affairs, public relations and marketing Department.
• Assess, catalogue, and organize web site content (content inventory)
• Assign and track new content development (content matrix)
• Develop a competitive site analysis/Gap analysis for decision making.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce editorial style guidelines in line with organizations corporate objectives and industry best practice.
• Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout all web properties
• Assure web-based information is archived for future needs and reference
• Manage the product ratings and reviews platform for our corporate website
• Create regular blog posts based on industry and company related events, news, reviews, etc.
• Monitor site content and ensure information displayed on the website is accurate and current.
• General assistance in corporate communication duties that include newsletter production, events management and CSR activities

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications or related field required
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of web content management systems
• Excellent Communication and organizational skills
• Experience in Social media platforms
• Proven ability to build consensus and work effectively within a cross-departmental teams
• Energetic self-starter with initiative and strong can-do attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Incredible attention to detail and exceptionally high level of accuracy

Applicants are expected to be of “High Integrity and no criminal record”

How to apply

Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 18th May 2012 to the address below quoting reference on the envelop

HRD/CCO/MAY/2012
The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P o Box 19001-00501
Nairobi

Please note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Only Shortlisted Candidates Will Be Contacted

Practical Action - M & E Officer, Animal Health Assistants Jobs in Kenya

Practical Action is an international development agency working with poor communities to help them choose and use technology to improve their lives today and in generations to come. 

We are seeking to recruit results-oriented and proactive team players to fill the following positions within June 2012.

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Based in Mandera

Reporting to the Area Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) function within the Livelihoods and Donkey Welfare Project (LIDOW) and ensuring compliance with Practical Action’s internal and donor requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• With guidance from the Budget Holder and Area Coordinator, manage the monitoring, evaluation and learning functions of the project.
• Work with project team in designing and implementing plans for monitoring performance, achievements and impacts of project.
• Manage the M&E data base, carry out regular analysis of M&E data and produce timely reports on project performance for internal review.
• Advice, guide and train project team on the principles and practice of monitoring, evaluation and project learning.
• Ensure that findings and recommendations from evaluations are shared with all the key stakeholders, including the donor and beneficiaries.
• Organize and participate in regular project and programme reviews.
• Assist programme teams in developing concept notes and proposals with special emphasis on M&E aspects.
• Participate in working groups, conferences, consultations with other agencies on M&E issues.
• In liaison with the Grants Officer, ensure compliance with internal procedures and contractual obligations paying special attention to start up and closure procedures as well as donor requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and quality assurance review of reports and proposals.
• Undertake any other relevant tasks as assigned by the Area Coordinator and Team Leader.

Qualifications & Skills

• A bachelor`s degree in development or any other relevant field.
• Diploma in Animal health and/or project management (desirable)
• At least 3 years’ experience in development work and evidence of M&E

Other Competencies

• Strong analytical and statistical skills; and ability to produce high quality reports.
• Proven experience in results oriented monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
• Experience in planning, organizing and conducting project evaluations
• Computer literacy with special emphasis on statistical packages, spreadsheets and database management
• Ability to work independently with high degree of responsibility and with minimum supervision.
• Excellent verbal, presentation and writing skills in both English and Kiswahili.

Animal Health Assistants 

(3 positions) – Based in Mandera

Reporting to the Project Officer (Animal Health), the successful candidate will be responsible for the frontline implementation of Livelihoods and Donkey Welfare Project in Mandera. 

Specific duties will include effective mobilization of communities and other stakeholders at the grassroots level as well as providing animal health services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake community mobilisation and frontline extension work for livestock producers
• Participate in needs assessments and other surveys within the cluster area
• Participate in routine monitoring and evaluation of project activities
• Contribute to the development and review of relevant project documents for information sharing
• Collect data on a regular basis to document lessons learnt within project
• Champion the development of strong community participation and ownership of the projects
• Play lead role in managing relationships with grassroots communities and other stakeholders
• Prepare accurate and timely project reports
• Prepare and implement work plans/activity logs to time and budget
• Actively participate in the identification and timely reporting (early warning) of significant livestock challenges

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma in Animal Health/Vet Medicine, Animal Production or range Management.

Other Competencies

• Good Knowledge and understanding of pastoralist production systems and general pastoral issues in Kenya
• Ability to think strategically and operate under pressure
• Proven writing and communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel, live and work in remote ASAL areas

Desirable

• Experience in project implementation (design and use of work-plans, activity-based planning, basic knowledge of operating budgets, etc.)
• Computer literate, in particular knowledgeable in word processing and spread sheets
• Experience of working in an international NGO

Applications together with a CV and names of three professional referees should be submitted by email to: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke not later than 23rd May 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.