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    • Job Opportunities at Kiambu County

    Posted: Dec 13, 2016
    Deadline: Dec 22, 2016
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    Health Coordinator

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 3 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Summary

    The County Community Health Strategy Coordinator is responsible for the overall management community health strategies.
    This includes ensuring that delivery of service is aligned to national and international ethical and legal standards. He/she manages people and resources of the section in the most effective and efficient way.

    Health Coordinator Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Combating the leading causes of illness and disability and assessing emerging health needs to improve community health
    • Monitoring and addressing the needs of priority populations in the community;
    • Enhancing information technology capacity to gather, analyze, and share rea ltime data sources;
    • Assessing workforce needs in order to equip personnel with new and relevant skills;
    • Leveraging public and private financing mechanisms to diversify the funding base;
    • Integrating the resources and expertise of public health, healthcare, mental/behavioral health, social services, and all private and public sector entities that influence health outcomes;
    • Assessing the need for the provision of clinical care services in consultation with their community partners and governing boards, and adapting clinical services with attention to the particular needs of the community and the local environment;
    • Participating in the planning, development, and implementation of health reform locally;
    • Participate in the development of work plans, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of public health interventions;
    • Assist in resource mobilization for disease prevention and control activities;
    • Provide information and respond appropriately to written or oral inquiries from the general public, the media, government officials or other health professional on public health issues;
    • Promote use of computers to effectively manage public health activities, specifically promote use of basic statistical and mapping software;
    • Provide quarterly reports to the County chief officer for health;
    • Perform any other duty as assigned by director of public health and sanitation.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualifications for the Health Coordinator Job

    • Bachelor’s degree in health related field Masters Degree in health sciences Professional qualifications
    • Professional Membership Senior Management Course (SMC) Lengths and type of experience 3 years experience.
    • At least 2 in middle management position and 1 year experience in public sector 5 years of experience.
    • 3 years in middle managerial position and 2 years of experience in public sector Experience and attributes required
    • Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
    • Proven record of results in the previous employment;
    • Evidence of successful change management in previous employment;
    • Kenyan citizen;
    • Team player;
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Excellent analytical skills;
    • Competent ICT skills;
    • Statistical analysis and interpretation;
    • Proven record of results in managing change;
    • Emotional intelligence;
    • Capacity to train, mentor and coach;
    • Capacity to provide leadership to the section, motivate employees and ensure high productivity;
    • Comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical, patient care, medical protocols and procedures.

    Tools and Equipment

    • The holder of this position is responsible for the various ICT, communication and stationary devices used on the job.
    • Level of Supervision / Guidance Required
      The position holder is expected to work independently with head of division, who will, provide supervision on a needs basis.

    Contacts

    • Frequent contact is required with the head of division to update on progress, consult with if necessary and plan on activities.
    • Periodic contact is required with other section heads. Daily contact is required with supportive assistants.
    • In addition the job holder will have contacts with external stakeholders. Authority, Decision Making and Accountability The position holder is accountable for his or /her decisions and actions.
    • He/she makes routine operational and technical decisions within the section but is expected to in consultation with the head of the division on any non-routine important matters.
    • He/she is expected to show initiative, exercise discretion and be proactive in carrying out duties.

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the county.
    • Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Health Coordinator Job Performance Standards

    • Effective and efficient delivery of clinical service within the County;
    • Guidelines and policies understood and adhered to;
    • Clinical staff evaluations conducted periodically;
    • Evaluation reports completed;
    • Training and capacity building recommendations carried out;
    • Efficient cost management;
    • Up to date medical protocol;
    • Reviews conducted of relevant guidelines, protocols, policies and so on;
    • Quality mentoring and internship programmes in place.

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    Pharmacist

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 3 - 5 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Purpose / Job Summary

    The Head of the section on Essential Health Products and Technologies provides managerial oversight to facilitate biological engineering and commodity management within the department, including the appropriate implementation of the essential 7 health products and technologies’ management cycle, and manages people and resources at his/her disposal in an effective and efficient manner.

    Pharmacist Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Provides technical guidance and advises the County Director of Health and CHMT on issues related to essential health products and technologies;
    • Oversees the development, review, interpretation, dissemination and implementation of policies, guidelines and SOPS related to essential health products and technologies;
    • Analyses sub-county reports and prepares comprehensive county commodities and technologies reports, making required recommendations;
    • Provides technical guidance and advice on effective staffing the for development program;
    • Assist in the development of the health strategic plan and the annual work plan;
    • Reviews strategic and annual plans;
    • Maintains staff database;
    • Ensures that policy, standards and guidelines are disseminated and understood;
    • In coordination with other section and division heads mobilizes resources through partners and stakeholder forums;
    • Coordinates capacity building for health workers in essential health products and technologies for efficient and effective service delivery;
    • Closely collaborates with supply chain management to ensure optimal stocking of essential health products and technologies;
    • Coordinates safe disposal of expired commodities;
    • Conduct surveys to assess adherence to standards and takes corrective action where necessary;
    • In collaboration with other sections and divisions assists with the preparation and implementation of annual budgets, operating plans, and strategic initiatives;
    • Ensures adherence to all rules, regulations and laws;
    • Participate in the relevant county and committee meetings;
    • Promote staff career development, appraisal and motivation;
    • Participate in county health management team meetings; 8
    • Promotes and maintains quality standards;
    • Promote inter-sectional and inter-divisional collaboration;
    • Assist the director in managing relevant Public Private Partnerships;
    • Any other responsibilities as delegated by the County Director.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualifications for the Pharmacist Job

    • Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy Master’s degree in relevant field
    • Professional qualifications Registered with pharmacy and poisons board
    • SMC, Strategic Leadership Development Programme (SLDP) Lengths and types of experience
    • 5 years in senior managerial position 3 in public sector
    • 5 years in senior managerial positions 3 in public sector Additional Attributes
    • Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
    • Proven record of results in the previous employment;
    • Evidence of successful change management in previous employment;
    • Kenyan citizen;
    • Team player;
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Excellent analytical skills;
    • Competent ICT skills;
    • Statistical analysis and interpretation;
    • Proven record of results in managing change;
    • Emotional intelligence;
    • Capacity to train, mentor and coach;
    • Capacity to provide leadership to the section, motivate employees and ensure high productivity;
    • Comprehensive understanding of health products and technology.

    Tools and Equipment

    • The holder of this position is responsible for the various ICT, communication and stationary devices used on the job.

    Level of Supervision / Guidance Required

    • The position holder is expected to work independently with head of division, who will, provide supervision on a needs basis.
    • The holder of this position is expected to work independently with minimal supervision from the County Director.
    • He/she will encourage section heads within the division to work independently, while receiving minimal supervision from the job holder.

    Contacts

    • The job holder has an extensive network of internal and external contacts.
    • He/she interacts with the County Director and staff within the division on a regular basis.
    • The job holder also manages contacts with external stakeholders in the sector.
      Authority, Decision Making and Accountability The position holder is accountable for his/her decisions and actions.
    • He /she makes routine operational and technical decisions within the section but is expected to in consultation with the head of the division on any non-routine important matters.
    • He/she is expected to show initiative, exercise discretion and be proactive in carrying out duties.

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the county.
    • Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Pharmacist Job Performance Standards

    • Technical assistance available;
    • County commodities reports developed and recommendations followed through;
    • Staff database in place;
    • Adequate staffing;
    • Essential health products and technologies constantly stocked;
    • Number of development programs conducted;
    • Timely reporting and analysis of data;
    • SOPs displayed and followed;
    • Consistency in supply of essential commodities and technologies;
    • Tracer drugs managed in a timely manner;
    • Strategic plan and annual work plan developed;
    • Strategic and annual plan implemented;
    • Strategic plan and annual plan monitored and evaluated periodically;
    • Policy available to all;
    • Relevant policy implemented and adhered to;
    • Surveys conducted;
    • Corrective actions due to surveys taken;
    • Annual budgets, operating plans and strategic initiatives developed and implemented;
    • Participation in all relevant meetings and committees;
    • Resources available for division;
    • Active and supportive staff environment;
    • Periodic staff appraisals conducted interventions implemented;
    • Minimum absences from county management team meetings;
    • Evident collaboration between sections and divisions;
    • Assistance provided towards management of PPP.

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    Clinical Officer

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 1 - 5 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Purpose / Job Summary

    The County Clinical Officer is responsible for the overall management and coordination of all Clinical Officers, ensuring that delivery of service is aligned to national and international ethical and legal standards.

    He/she manages people and resources of the section in the most effective and efficient way.

    Clinical Officer Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Ensuring proper administration and management of hospitals and other health facilities where clinical officers are;
    • Work with the operations leadership team, other directors and program teams to formulate a work plan to position the department and the public health facilities as the choice in the area;
    • Ensuring implementation of policies, financial, and key strategic directions of the health department;
    • Promote an environment that facilitates innovation, creative solutions and empowerment;
    • Participates in establishing policies and procedures for assuring that the rights of individuals (resident, staff members, and community members) are respected;
    • Maintain and achieve the strategic and organizational goals in the provision of safe efficient, effective, population based medicine aimed at improving the health status of Kiambu County community;
    • Provides leadership aimed at articulating and driving successful clinical outcomes in alignment with the Kiambu health Strategic plan
    • Prepares and directs the preparation of clear, technically sound, accurate and informative psychological, statistical, diagnostic and other reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations within the County health status
    • Provide information and respond appropriately to written or oral inquiries from the general public, the media, government officials or other health professional on public health issues
    • Promote use of computers to effectively manage public health activities, specifically promote use of basic statistical and mapping software
    • Provide quarterly reports to the County Chief Officer for health
      Perform any other duty as assigned by Directors – Curative and rehabilitative, Prevention and Promotive.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualifications for the Clinical Officer Job

    • Higher National Diploma (HND)/Bachelors degree in health related field
    • Masters degree in health related field Professional qualifications Professional Membership SMC/ Managerial
    • Course Lengths and type of experience 3 years experience.
    • At least 2 in middle management position and 1 year experience in public sector 5 years of experience.
    • 3 years in middle managerial position and 2 years of experience in public sector

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the county.
      Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Clinical Officer Job Performance Standards

    • Effective and efficient delivery of clinical service within the county;
    • Guidelines and policies understood and adhered to;
    • Clinical staff evaluations conducted periodically;
    • Evaluation reports completed;
    • Training and capacity building recommendations carried out;
    • Efficient cost management;
    • Up to date medical protocol; 22
    • Reviews conducted of relevant guidelines, protocols, policies and so on;
    • Quality mentoring and internship programmes in place;

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    Surveillance/Response Coordinator

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 2 - 3 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Purpose / Job Summary

    The head of County surveillance and response coordinator is in charge of all disease surveillance activities within the County.
    This includes ensuring that delivery of service is aligned to national and international ethical and legal standards. He/she manages people and resources of the section in the most effective and efficient way.

    Surveillance/Response Coordinator Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Coordination of disease prevention and control at County level and supervise disease control activities within the County;
    • Provide leadership and guidance in planning and evaluation of disease prevention and control activities including TB, HIV and malaria and other communicable and non-communicable diseases;
    • Provide technical support in planning, designing and evaluating surveillance systems of communicable and non-communicable diseases;
    • Analyze data from epidemiological studies in the county;
    • Provide training, mentoring and supervision in communicable and non communicable diseases within the County;
    • Provide technical supervision and mentoring of trainees of the field epidemiological training program;
    • Participate in the development of work plans, implementation monitoring and evaluation of public health interventions;
    • Provide information and respond appropriately to written or oral inquiries from the general public, the media, government officials or other health professional on public health issues;
    • Promote use of computers to effectively manage public health activities, specifically promote use of basic statistical and mapping software;
    • Perform any other duty as assigned by Director of public health and sanitation and County epidemiologist.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualifications for the Surveillance/Response Coordinator Job

    • Bachelors degree in health related field Masters degree in health sciences
    • Professional Membership Senior Management Course (SMC)
    • 3 years experience at least 2 in middle management position and 1 year experience in public sector 5 years of experience.
    • 3 years in middle managerial position 2 years of experience in public sector

    Experience and Attributes Required

    • Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
    • Proven record of results in the previous employment;
    • Evidence of successful change management in previous employment;
    • Kenyan citizen;
    • Team player;
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Excellent analytical skills;
    • Competent ICT skills;
    • Statistical analysis and interpretation;
    • Proven record of results in managing change;
    • Emotional intelligence;
    • Capacity to train, mentor and coach;
    • Capacity to provide leadership to the section, motivate employees and ensure high productivity;
    • Comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical, patient care, medical protocols and procedures.

    Tools and Equipment

    The holder of this position is responsible for the various ICT, communication and stationary devices used on the job.

    Level of Supervision / Guidance Required

    • The position holder is expected to work independently with head of division, who will, provide supervision on a needs basis.

    Contacts

    • Frequent contact is required with the head of division to update on progress, consult with if necessary and plan on activities.
    • Periodic contact is required with other section heads.
    • Daily contact is required with supportive assistants.
    • In addition the job holder will have contacts with external stakeholders.

    Authority, Decision Making and Accountability

    • The position holder is accountable for his /her decisions and actions.
    • He /she makes routine operational and technical decisions within the section but is expected to in consultation with the head of the division on any non-routine important matters.
    • He/she is expected to show initiative, exercise discretion and be proactive in carrying out duties.

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the county.
    • Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Surveillance/Response Coordinator Job Performance Standards

    • Effective and efficient delivery of clinical service within the County;
    • Guidelines and policies understood and adhered to;
    • Clinical staff evaluations conducted periodically;
    • Evaluation reports completed;
    • Training and capacity building recommendations carried out;
    • Efficient cost management;
    • Up to date medical protocol;
    • Reviews conducted of relevant guidelines, protocols, policies and so on;
    • Quality mentoring and internship programmes in place.

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    Head of Laboratory Services

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 2 - 5 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Purpose / Job Summary

    The head of laboratory diagnostic services is responsible for the overall management, planning, evaluation and supervision of the County laboratory services .

    The holder of this position shall ensure delivery of quality laboratory services to patients and manage people and resources of the diagnostic section in the most effective and efficient way.

    Head of Lab Services Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Develop/review, interpret and implement laboratory policies and procedures and ensure that they adhere to national and international standards;
    • Provide technical guidance, advice and support for medical laboratory and supply chain management;
    • Ensure equitable deployment and distribution of medical laboratory personnel and equipment in the county;
    • Monitor and evaluate laboratory services within the county and propose training interventions if necessary;
    • Supervise medical laboratory services, laboratory projects, and laboratory programs;
    • Coordinate training and capacity building for laboratory and allied staff
    • Establish performance standards to which to measure, competence, effectiveness and efficiency of medical laboratory staff;
    • Conduct operational research;
    • Supervise supportive assistants.;
    • Any other responsibilities as designated by head of division.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualification for the Head of Lab Services Job

    • Bachelors degree or equivalent in a laboratory related field Masters degree in laboratory related field
    • Professional qualifications
    • Professional Membership Senior Management Course (SMC)
    • 3 years experience, at least 2 in middle management position and 1 year experience in public sector
    • 5 years of experience, 3 years in middle Managerial position and 2 years of experience in public sector

    Types of Experience and Attributes Required

    • Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
    • Proven record of results in the previous employment;
    • Evidence of successful change management in previous employment;
    • Kenyan citizen;
    • Team player;
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Excellent analytical skills;
    • Competent ICT skills;
    • Statistical analysis and interpretation;
    • Proven record of results in managing change;
    • Emotional intelligence;
    • Capacity to train, mentor and coach;
    • Capacity to provide leadership to the section, motivate employees and ensure high productivity;
    • Comprehensive understanding of laboratory and diagnostic procedures.

    Tools and Equipment

    The Job holder is responsible for the various ICT, communication and stationary devices used on the job.

    Level of Supervision / Guidance Required

    The holder of this position is expected to work independently with head of division, who will, provide the overall supervision on a needs basis.

    Contacts

    • Frequent contact is required with the head of division to update on progress, consult with, if necessary and plan on activities.
    • Periodic contact is required with other section heads.
    • Daily contact is required with supportive assistants. Authority, Decision Making and Accountability
    • The holder of this position is accountable for his/ her decisions and actions.
    • He/she makes routine operational and technical decisions within the section in consultation with the head of the division on any matters that are not routine.
    • He/she is expected to show initiative, exercise discretion and be proactive in discharging the duties and responsibilities under this position.

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the County.
    • Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Head of Lab Services Job Performance Standards

    • Policies and procedures reviewed, understood and implemented within the County;
    • Periodic evaluation of laboratory practices and implementation progress; Technical assistance available;
    • County laboratories adequately staffed and equipped;
    • Periodic training needs assessment conducted;
    • Periodic evaluation of laboratory services;
    • Training programs conducted;
    • Supervisory visits conducted;
    • Performance standards established, reviewed and utilized;
    • Periodic operational research conducted.

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    Health Records and Information Officer

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 1 - 5 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Purpose / Job Summary

    The section Head ensures the implementation of Health Planning HMIS, standards and quality assurance within the department of health.

    The holder of this position manages people and resources within the section in the most effective and efficient way.

    Records & Information Officer Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Assist in the development of the health strategic plan for the department;
    • Assist in the development of the annual work plan in close consultation with other departments;
    • Mobilizes resource in collaboration with other section heads and divisions;
    • Ensure the implementation of the strategic and annual work plan;
    • M & E of the strategic plan and annual work plan;
    • Develops, reviews and disseminates HMIS and AWP tools;
    • Assesses training needs of staff, capacity building and gives recommendations;
    • Monitor and evaluates health indicators;
    • Adopt and adapts health policies, guidelines, SOPS and disseminates the same;
    • Conduct surveys to assess adherence to standards and takes corrective actions where necessary;
    • Institutes a quality assurance committee at all levels;
    • Any other responsibilities as delegated by head of the division.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualifications for the Records & Information Officer Job

    • Bachelor’s degree in health record and information management
    • Masters Degree in health informatics or equivalent Professional qualifications
    • Registered with relevant body SMC/supervisory management Lengths of experience
    • 3 years experience, at least 2 in middle management position and 5 years of experience.
    • 3 years in middle Managerial position and 5
    • 1 year experience in public sector 2 years of experience in public sector

    Experience Experience and Attributes Required

    • Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
    • Proven record of results in the previous employment;
    • Evidence of successful change management in previous employment;
    • Kenyan citizen;
    • Team player;
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Excellent analytical skills;
    • Competent ICT skills;
    • Statistical analysis and interpretation;
    • Proven record of results in managing change;
    • Emotional intelligence;
    • Capacity to train, mentor and coach;
    • Capacity to provide leadership to the section, motivate employees and ensure high productivity;
    • Comprehensive understanding of health MIS.

    Tools and Equipment

    Job holder is responsible for the various ICT, communication and stationary devices used on the job.

    Level of Supervision / Guidance Required

    The position holder is expected to work independently with head of division, who will, provide supervision on a needs basis.

    Contacts

    • Frequent contact is required with the head of division to update on progress, consult with if necessary and plan on activities.
    • Periodic contact is required with other section heads.
    • Daily contact is required with supportive assistants. Authority, Decision Making and Accountability
    • The position holder is accountable for his or /her decisions and actions.
    • He /she makes routine operational and technical decisions within the section but is expected to in consultation with the head of the division on any non-routine important matters.
    • He/she is expected to show initiative, exercise discretion and be proactive in carrying out duties.

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the county.
    • Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Records & Information Officer Job Performance Standards

    • Strategic plan and annual work plan in place and adhered to;
    • Availability of resources;
    • Periodic evaluation of strategic plan and annual work plan implementation;
    • HMIS and AWP developed and disseminated;
    • Availability of HMIs and planning tools;
    • Strategic plan and AWP functional;
    • Well maintained norms and standards in place and functional;
    • Number of committee meeting held;
    • KQM in place and functional;
    • Periodic staff and capacity building assessments conducted;
    • Interventions implemented due to staff and capacity building assessments;
    • Health indicators periodically evaluated;
    • Health policies, guidelines and SOPS disseminated and understood;
    • Surveys periodically conducted;
    • Adherence to standards;
    • Quality supervision over section

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    Head Of Programmes

    • Job Type
    • Qualification
    • Experience 1 - 3 years
    • Location Not specified
    • Job Field

    Job Purpose / Job Summary

    The head of programmes is responsible for the overall management of vertical and horizontal programmes and NGO aided medicine services, ensuring that delivery of service is aligned to national and international ethical and legal standards, including managing people and resources of the section in the most effective and efficient way.

    Head Of Programmes Job Duties and responsibilities

    • Coordination of disease prevention and control between County and programme based disease control activities within the County;
    • Provide leadership and guidance in programs in planning and evaluation of disease prevention and control activities including TB, HIV and malaria and other communicable and non-communicable diseases;
    • Provide technical support in planning, designing and evaluating surveillance systems of communicable and non-communicable diseases;
    • Technical lead in epidemiological investigations of acute and chronic disease clusters and out breaks;
    • Provide training, mentoring and supervision in communicable and noncommunicable diseases within the County;
    • Participate in the development of work plans, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of public health interventions;
    • Assist in resource mobilization for disease prevention and control activities;
    • Provide information and respond appropriately to written or oral inquiries from the general public, the media, government officials or other health professional on public health issues;
    • Promote use of computers to effectively manage public health activities, specifically promote use of basic statistical and mapping software;
    • Provide quarterly reports to the County Chief Officer for health;
    • Perform any other duty as assigned by Director of public health and sanitation.

    Minimum Desirable Academic Qualifications for the Head Of Programmes Job

    • Bachelors degree in health related field
    • Masters Degree in health sciences Professional qualifications
    • Professional Membership Senior Management Course (SMC) Lengths and type of experience
    • 3 years experience at least 2 in middle management position and 1 year experience in public sector 5 years of experience.
    • 3 years in middle managerial position and 2 years of experience in public sector

    Experience and Attributes Required

    • Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
    • Proven record of results in the previous employment;
    • Evidence of successful change management in previous employment;
    • Kenyan citizen;
    • Team player;
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Excellent analytical skills;
    • ICT proficiency;
    • Statistical analysis and interpretation;
    • Proven record of results in managing change;
    • Emotional intelligence;
    • Capacity to train, mentor and coach;
    • Capacity to provide leadership to the section, motivate employees and ensure high productivity;
    • Comprehensive understanding of clinical and/or surgical, patient care, medical protocols and procedures.

    Tools and Equipment
    The holder of this position is responsible for the various ICT, communication and stationary devices used on the job.

    Level of Supervision / Guidance Required
    The position holder is expected to work independently with head of division, who will, provide supervision on a needs basis.

    Contacts

    • Frequent contact is required with the head of division to update on progress, consult with if necessary and plan on activities.
    • Periodic contact is required with other section heads.
    • Daily contact is required with supportive assistants. In addition the job holder will have contacts with external stakeholders.
    • Authority, Decision Making and Accountability The position holder is accountable for his or /her decisions and actions.
    • He /she makes routine operational and technical decisions within the section but is expected to in consultation with the head of the division on any non-routine important matters.
    • He/she is expected to show initiative, exercise discretion and be proactive in carrying out duties.

    Physical Requirements

    • This position involves mainly office work based at County Health Headquarters with requirements of travel within the county. Work may sometimes extend past working hours and into the weekend.

    Head Of Programmes Job Performance Standards

    • Effective and efficient delivery of clinical service within the County;
    • Guidelines and policies understood and adhered to;
    • Clinical staff evaluations conducted periodically;
    • Evaluation reports completed;
    • Training and capacity building recommendations carried out;
    • Efficient cost management;
    • Up to date medical protocol;
    • Reviews conducted of relevant guidelines, protocols, policies and so on;
    • Quality mentoring and internship programmes in place.

    Method of Application

    • All applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts of three referees.
    • Academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card or passport and any other supporting documents.
    • Clearly indicate the position applied for both on the cover letter and the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:
    • The Secretary County Public Service Board P O Box 2362 – 00900 KIAMBU
    • Hand delivered applications should be dropped in the specific box provided on the first floor Thika Sub-County offices (at the County Public Service Board offices – Room 103) between 8.00 a.m and 5.00 p.m on weekdays. Applicants should seek clearance from and attach copies or evidence thereof of the VALID/CURRENT documents below.
    1. Kenya Revenue Authority
    2. Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
    3. Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
    4. Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
    5. Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
    • Applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or before the 22nd December, 2016. Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.
    • NOTE Those who had applied earlier can re-apply. (kindly attach all the required documents). Must be working with Kiambu county government health facilities. Women and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. People from non-dominant ethnic communities are encouraged to apply Any form of canvassing shall lead to immediate disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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