Aga Khan Hosptial Kisumu Nurse in Charge (A & E) Job in Kenya

Aga Khan Hosptial, Kisumu
 

Job Opportunity
 

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 in East Africa which include: Clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi.

It provides medical care to the population of western Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex cases.
 

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2008 accreditation, ISO 15189:2007 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation.

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has also expanded its services to Kisii, Kakamega and Busia Counties and is now expanding its services in Kisumu and Bungoma counties. 

The Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
 

Nurse in Charge: A & E
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and maintaining high standards of professional nursing care by planning, organizing, and controlling nursing care services in the A&E department while ensuring consistent provision of efficient and ethical care to achieve quality nursing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regular rounds within the unit to ensure smooth triage, observation, admission, transfer and referral of patients that enhances patient safety and quality patient care
• Supervise and control staff members in the unit. This will include preparing monthly duty Rota and daily duty allocation to the staff members and liaising with Nurse Supervisor to ensure the patient care load is addressed with the appropriate staffing and skill mix in an environment which is safe for the patient and nurse.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures on personnel, equipment and supplies are in place and adhered to.
• Perform quality improvement rounds to include all patient areas to influence a safe patient care environment.
• Identify staff training needs as well as organize for Continuous Nursing Education.
• Participate in the Nursing Quality improvement activities and institutional quality activities.
• Organise and hold regular departmental meetings to enhance multidisciplinary collaboration and team work
• Lead the team in Emergency preparedness and Disaster management Activities.

Requirements

• Bsc Nursing or above.
• Excellent cardiac, medical, surgical, trauma and resuscitation knowledge.
• BLS / ACLS certificate and other unit specific certification requirements.
• At least three years working experience in nursing practice and administration in an A&E department.
• Valid Kenyan nursing practice licence.
• Working knowledge of a Hospital Management Information System.
• Excellent PR and Communication skills.

This is a challenging position with an attractive remuneration package.

Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees should be forwarded by 12th April, 2013 to:
 

The Human Resources Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu
 

E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org

ACF Somalia Head of WASH Department Job in Nairobi Kenya

Action Contre la Faim (ACF-International) has been conducting humanitarian programs in Somalia from May 1992. 

At present, ACF is implementing humanitarian activities in Somalia focused on Severe and moderate malnutrition, Medical, Water & Sanitation programs and Food Security & Livelihoods programs via program bases in Mogadishu (since 1995) and Bakool. 

ACF Somalia is currently looking for suitable a candidate to fill the following position which will be based in Nairobi. 

ACF Somalia: Head of WASH Department

Purpose / Duties of the Role: 

• The WASH Head of Department provides strategic direction, advice and oversight on WASH programming. 
• The WASH HoD is responsible for the overall quality, management and expansion of the ACF Somalia WASH program and the integration of WASH activities within ACF Somalia.The provision of technical and management guidance and leadership to on-going WASH projects . 
• Overall project development and management responsibilities for the WASH program, including budget management, donor compliance, reporting and staff management. 
• To develop ACF knowledge on water, sanitation & hygiene education issues in Somalia. 
• The holder of this post will also be required to establish and develop strong working relationships with key WASH stakeholders including, but not limited to, representatives from the Government, UN, donors, INGOs, Local NGOS, partner organisations, private sector and other ACF country programmes in the region.. 
• Forming strategic WASH alliances and/or consortia with appropriate partners is also the responsibility of this position.

Requirements for the Position:

• A minimum of 5 years managing a WASH program with an I/NGO in various humanitarian context. 
• In-depth knowledge and experience of developing and managing urban and rural WASH programs, preferably in Somalia or in the region. 
• Strong demonstrable experience in all aspects of project management including project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, financial management and the design/utilization of appropriate project management tools, and the capacity to transfer this experience to others. 
• Experience with institutional donor such as ECHO, DFID, UN, etc. 
• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Water and Sanitary Engineering or Civil Engineering or equivalent. 
• Strong demonstrable experience in all aspects of project management including project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, financial management and the design/utilization of appropriate project management tools, and the capacity to transfer this experience to others. 
• Excellent interpersonal, motivational and management skills with extensive experience and staff mentoring capacity. 
• Exceptional communication, networking, analysis and writing skills 
• Strong demonstrable experience in liaising with governmental/local authorities and other NGOs. 

How to apply: 

If you meet the requirements of the above position, please send a cover letter and resume to recruitments@so.missions-acf.org not later than 12th April 2013, clearly mentioning the position you are applying for. 

This position is open to Kenyan Nationals Only.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Brown Goods Technicians Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Brown Goods Technician (5)

Location: Nairobi

Our client, a leading supplier of house hold goods seeks to recruit Brown Goods Technician to provide technical assistance to customers on items purchased.

The ideal candidates will be responsible for offering technical assistants and repair of electrical products.

Responsibilities:

• Repair and service of brown goods (TVs, Hi-fis, Home theatres, DVD Players) 
• Attend to in-home jobs
• Provide technical assistance to customers and fellow staff with courteousness
• Do on-site installation of home appliances and repair 
• Set up, clean, operate and test units before releasing all repaired items
• Explaining to clients on the functionality of the items repaired/ serviced.
• Any other duties as maybe assigned by superior                    

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diploma or certificate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or closely related field
• Over 2 years experience in repair and service of electronics
• Excellent communication skills

To apply, send your CV to recruitment@careerdirections.co.ke before Friday 5th April indicating the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line

Household Goods Sales Representatives Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Sales Representative 

7 Positions

Location: Nairobi

Our client, a leading supplier of House Hold Goods seeks to recruit sales representatives to push sales in the market. 

The ideal candidates will be responsible for ensuring all outlets assigned to them are well managed and products are available upon request by the clients.

Responsibilities:

• Selling of company products
• Ensuring that outlets assigned to you have all products and well coded 
• Ensuring that the products are well displayed in strategic positions and POP materials maintained
• Ensuring that all products are priced correctly and that any changes implemented straightaway
• Placing orders are placed for any item sold and immediate stock replacements at outlets assigned to you.     
• Managing that all issues pertaining to our products are resolved
• Report any market information and competitor activity at the outlets immediately
• Conducting promotions and carrying out all the outdoor activities
• Sorting out GRN/ Credit notes issues   
• Train salesmen on the floor                     
• Provision of up to date information to customers on new product ranges and new codes
• Any other duties as may be assigned by superior

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree or Diploma in Sales and Marketing form a recognized institution
• Over 4 years related experience
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be a team player

To apply, send your CV to recruitment@careerdirections.co.ke before Friday 5th April indicating the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line