Current Jobs at University of Nairobi

Ref: AD/2/6/23

Job description

The holder of this position will provide overall leadership and technical support to sub-county based technical team and oversee design, planning and implementation of all aspects of supported HIV/TB activities in the county, sub-county and facility level in compliance with national and donor guidelines and policies.

Job specifications

• The applicant should have a degree in Clinical Medicine or Nursing with at least four (4) years’ experience or Diploma in Clinical Medicine or Nursing with at least seven (7) years’ experience working in a similar field.
• Advanced HIV/TB Care and Treatment trainings will be a distinct advantage.
• Hands on clinical experience in HIV service delivery and technical coordination.
• Proven experience and familiarity with MOH/GOK health systems.

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The Position

Reporting to the Laboratory Technical Advisor (LTA), the Field Lab Technologists will counsel, test for hemoglobin and refer the anemic participants to the Kangemi Clinic, maintain the Point Of Care Testing (POCT) device in good condition and keep record of the testing data at the field.

Responsibilities

• Testing for hemoglobin levels using the POCT Hemocue
• Mobilize the community for eligible participants
• Refer participants to the Kangemi Clinic for screening and enrolment
• Perform Quality Control (QC) checks for the testing devices used in the field
• Proper waste management in the field
• Monitor supplies and make timely requests through the LTA
• Ensure that study equipment is properly calibrated and well maintained
• Comply with all policies and regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control
• Perform other duties as assigned by the LTA

Required Academic Qualifications

• At least Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences/Medical Laboratory Technology
• At least two (2) years’ experience working in a field laboratory setting
• Registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB) and a valid practicing license
• Experience working as a Field Laboratory Technologist at community level will be an added advantage

Required Skills and Experience

• Thorough knowledge of testing using POCT devices
• Evidence of participation in field lab work using POCT
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Excellent communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili
• Knowledge on Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) in POCT
• Thorough knowledge of waste disposal guidelines

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Ref: AD/2/5/23

Job description

Reporting to the COP, the FAM will establish systems for all aspects of project budgeting, financial management, reporting, contract and sub-grantee procurement and management; human resources management, asset management, operations, logistics, and compliance with terms and conditions of the cooperative agreement terms and conditions.

Job specifications

a minimum, the FAM will have:

• A Master’s degree in a business/finance related filed
• Full professional accountancy qualifications and professional membership in good standing
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience overseeing general and financial management, and compliance in a donor project of similar magnitude and complexity
• Demonstrated higher level computer-aided budgeting, financial, and management data analytical skills.