MSF Switzerland Supply Officer Job in AGOK, South Sudan

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, humanitarian, non-governmental organisation providing assistance to people in need as a result of natural and man-made disasters, irrespective of race, religion, ideology or politics.
 

MSF Switzerland (MSF-CH) is currently seeking to employ a qualified candidate for the following
position:
 

Function: Supply Officer
 

Location: AGOK / South Sudan
 

Scope of responsibilities:
 

The Supply Officer is responsible for co-ordinating and guaranteeing an effective and efficient project supply chain management and for the implementation of all the defined standards in accordance with the MSF CH policy and standard.

• Monitor and organize the reception of international and local freight
• Propose different options of an adapted Supply Chain Management strategy to the Project Team
• Implement, monitor and evaluate the validated Supply Chain Management strategy under the Project Log and Supply Manager responsibility
• Manage Project supply HR setup and provide an adequate technical support and a continuous HR reinforcement (training, coaching, etc)
• Follow up the performance of the Project supply teams according to their role of responsibilities (as stated in job description)
• Ensure the implementation of the current supply tools and system, propose new tools if necessary
• Ensure the general functioning of the project for stock management. Collaborate with the MTL for drug supply issues (e.g.: drug rupture)
• Ensure the general functioning of the transport and purchasing activities according to the mission supply guideline and donors requirements
• Ensure the stability of supply activities within regular and emergency intervention within the project
• Manage client’s visits on regular basis to offer a permanent support to the direct and indirect supply chain actors

Recruitment criteria:
 

Education:  

• Diploma in logistic management and/or supply chain management is a plus
• Any logistic course

Experience:

• 1 year experience in the area of humanitarian logistics
• Experience in industrial logistics is a plus

Languages: English (fluent written and spoken)
 

Knowledge:

• Good technical knowledge in stock management (equipment, consumable with or without expiration date)
• Good technical knowledge in management of items, description and codification
• Good technical knowledge of procurement (quotation system, tender, etc...)
• Good technical knowledge on transport procedures (truck checking, loading, break of loading…)

Personal qualities:

• Ability to manage a team, good communication skills, negotiating and organisational skills,
• flexibility, resourcefulness, ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment,
• pro-active attitude, open-mindedness. 
• Able to train and coach, diplomatic.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application letter and a detailed CV to the HR department at MSF Switzerland via email to msfch-jubahospital-hrmanagernbo@geneva.msf.org by 8/05/2013
 

Short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview.

KEMRI / CDC Program Data Clerk Job in Nairobi Kenya

KEMRI / CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration
 

Vacancy No: K41/04/2013
 

Program description: This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases. 

The Program wishes to fill one position for Data Clerk in the Global Disease Detection Program (GDD) to work for the International Emerging and Infections program (IEIP).
 

Position: Data Clerk (MR 4) 

1 Position
 

Reporting to: Data Analyst
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Minimum Requirements: Education: High School Certificate KCSE Minimum C- Or its Equivalent Certificates in computer Operation packages (Ms Word, Ms.Excel, Ms.Power point Access) One year’s experience in data using Microsoft Access, Excel, Office, and PowerPoint
 

Desirable Qualities:

• Understanding of importance of quality and timely data.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of medical records and observe good clinical practice.
• Good typing and data entry speed.
• Ability to work well with others in a team.

Position Summary: The incumbent will work as a member of the Data Management Team and will be responsible for retrieval, organizing, entering and cleaning of data into computer systems and filling data for the Influenza program in Nairobi.
 

Essential Job Functions: Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensuring timely and accurate data entry into the databases.
2. Cleaning and ensuring completeness of electronic and hard copy data.
3. Support with data scanning and verification.
4. Assist in setting up and management of the databases.
5. Assist in the compilation and ad hoc analysis of data.
6. Ensue all data (soft and hard copy) is documented and filed appropriately.
7. Maintaining data security and confidentiality.
8. Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Terms of Employment: Contract for 1 year renewable as per KEMRI schemes of service. Probation period for the first 3 months. Salary negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competency.
 

Applications are due no later than: 9th May 2013 to: 

Human Resource Manager, 

KEMRI/CDC Program, 

P.O. Box 1578, 

Kisumu. 

Or email to recruitment@kemricdc.org 

or log into our web www.jobs.cdckemri.org
 

Applications MUST include the following: Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER) Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses Copies of Certificates
 

Note: Applications must include copies of certificates/Transcripts. Applications without this will be disregarded.
 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet; print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before forwarding application to HR.
 

The KEMRI/CDC Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including, application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such a request immediately to: 0701112145

KEMRI / CDC Program Data Specialist Job in Nairobi Kenya

KEMRI / CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration
 

Vacancy No: K42/04/2013
 

Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases. 

The Program wishes to fill one Data Specialist position in the Global Disease Detection Program (GDD) to work for the International Emerging and Infections program (IEIP).
 

Position: Data Specialist

MR 7 

1 Position
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Reports to: Data Manager.
 

Essential Requirements: Diploma in Information Technology, IMIS, Database Management, Health Records or related field One year’s experience in data Management
 

Desirable Qualities

• Proficiency in SQL database management and visual Basic.net application tools. 
• Experience with performing data capture and performing data checks especially with scannable software. 
• Excellent knowledge of database programs such as MS Access, Excel and Epi-info. 
• Must be able to type 25 wpm. 
• Experience in the use of electronic data capture tools including Smartphones, PDAs etc 
• Ability to trouble shoot Smart-phones, PDA data collection software. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Research medical records and observe good clinical practice (GCP) 
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili both written and oral.

Specific Responsibilities
 

The incumbent will work as a member of the Data Management Team, reporting to the Data Manager with the following responsibilities:

1. Ensure an efficient Data collection, collation, verification scanning within the IEIP program in Kibera.
2. Ensuring a smooth work relationship between data department and other IEIP-Nairobi departments including the Field team.
3. Preliminary data cleaning and validations before uploading on a server.
4. Performing data entry whenever necessary as advised by supervisor.
5. Documentation including both physical and electronic filing.
6. Assure data quality is maintained throughout.
7. Ensure by-weekly upload of data from the field to the office servers.
8. Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

Applications are due no later than: 9th May 2013 to: 

Human Resource Manager, 

KEMRI/CDC Program, 

P.O. Box 1578, 

Kisumu. 

Or email to recruitment@kemricdc.org 

or log into our web www.jobs.cdckemri.org
 

Applications MUST include the following: Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number) Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses Copies of Certificates
 

Note: Applications must include copies of certificates/Transcripts. Applications without this will be disregarded.
 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet; print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before forwarding application to HR.
 

The KEMRI/CDC Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including, application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such a request immediately to: 0701112145

KEMRI / CDC Program Computer Technologist Job in Tabitha Clinic, Kibera, Nairobi, Kenya

KEMRI / CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration
 

Vacancy No: K43/04/2013
 

Program description: This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) whose mission is to conduct research and program evaluation in malaria, HIV and other diseases. 

It is within this mandate that the program has a vacancy for a Medical Records Technologist in the International Emerging Infectious Program-Tabitha Clinic.
 

Position: Computer Technologist III 

1 Position

MR 7
 

Location: Tabitha Clinic- Kibera
 

Reports to: Clinic Administrator
 

Essential Requirements: Diploma in Computer Science, Statistics or equivalent Proficiency in standard office tools will be required. A minimum of one year experience with Patient Electronic Health System.
 

Desirable Qualities: 

• Attention to details and good work ethics 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of medical records and observe good clinical practice (GCP) 
• Good judgment in problem solving, awareness of own limitations, and strong internal motivation essential 
• Be able to prioritize tasks and meet set deadlines. 
• Be able to work well in a team 
• Proficiency in excel, Access or other database applications, and internet research. 
• Hard working, diligent and ready to work in a multidisciplinary environment 
• Excellent interpersonal, written & verbal communication skills 
• Experience with electronic household survey data collection in Kibera. 
• Knowledge of computer programming languages e.g. Visual Basic or SQL will be an advantage 
• Training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Responsibilities and Specific Tasks:
 

The Computer Technologist will report to clinic Manager and perform the following tasks;

1. Overseeing the registration of/verification of registration information of persons enrolled in the surveillance program.
2. Facilitating cross working relationship between the field office, data office and the clinic to ensure accurate data and timely communication.
3. Maintain records for all non surveillance patients as well as for those missing in the database
4. Communicate closely with clinic team to ensure priority task are completed.
5. Deal with routine problems or issues related to the Electronic Health system that arise in the course of data handling.
6. Work closely with the programmer to ensure that the Electronic Health system runs smoothly.
7. Verifying and reconciling clinic visit forms received from the clinicians to ensure completion and accuracy of demographics
8. Perform other duties as assigned

Applications are due no later than: 9th May 2013 to: 

Human Resource Manager, 

KEMRI/CDC Program, 

P.O. Box 1578, 

Kisumu. 

Or email to recruitment@kemricdc.org 

or log into our web www.jobs.cdckemri.org
 

Applications MUST include the following: Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number) Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses Copies of Certificates
 

Note: Applications must include copies of certificates/Transcripts. Applications without this will be disregarded.
 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet; print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before forwarding application to HR.
 

The KEMRI/CDC Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including, application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such a request immediately to: 0701112145