I-TECH Implementation Coordinator, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Implementation & Interoperability Mgr, and Technical Advisor Jobs in Kenya

Background:

The International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH) is a US government-funded project that supports the development of HIV/AIDS care and treatment training initiatives in 25 resource-limited countries acutely impacted by the global AIDS epidemic. 

With an international annual budget of approximately $50 million, I-TECH currently supports 10 international offices and approximately 250 international and domestic staff.

Mission:

The Kenya office is committed to providing technical assistance and support for the development of capacity for the use and maintenance of Electronic Medical Record Systems in Kenya. 

The office works in close collaboration with the Kenya Ministry of Health and other stakeholders, the US Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention - Global Aids Program (CDC/GAP).

Implementation Coordinator

Management & Supervision: None
Department: I-TECH Kenya – Technical
Supervisor: Implementation and Interoperability Manager
Duty Station: Field Office
Reporting & Supervision: Direct Report/Primary Supervisor: Implementation and interoperability Manager

Summary:

1. The implementation coordinator will be responsible for the hands-on implementation of Electronic Medical Record Systems, in collaboration with the Ministry Of Health and other implementing partners. 
2. Under the guidance of the Implementation and Interoperability Manager, he/she will be charged with working with MoH to develop and operationalize the regional support structures for EMR Systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Liaise with the implementing partners, regional teams and health facility leadership to execute the implementation plans developed for EMR systems’ roll out.
• Work with the regional teams and health facilities to identify and understand their needs.
• Administer the assessment, prioritization and preparation of health facilities.
• Administer the installation of EMR systems at health facility level.
• Together with the Ministry, monitor the implementation plans developed for each region and health facility and document progress.
• Participate in regional Ministry activities that relate to the use of EMR systems
• In collaboration with the Ministry and Training team, develop and execute plans for building capacity at facility and regional levels to use and administer EMR systems.
• Develop additional functionalities required in the EMR systems.
• Conduct system training and provide onsite and remote support and troubleshooting.

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Information technology
• Experience working with programming languages (especially Java)
• Experience working with SQL Databases
• Experience deploying information systems

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Kenya Health information system
• Ability to travel nationally
• Ability to manage time well and handle multiple installations simultaneously
• Experience implementing systems in the health sector
• Command of an open source EMR

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: I-TECH Kenya – Technical
Supervisor: Country Director

Summary:

1. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will lead the overall M&E strategy for the project.
2. The M&E advisor will provide technical assistance to the project in the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning strategies that help monitor the extent to which the project is meeting its objectives and delivering intended outcomes. 
3. S/He will promote learning and the dissemination or key lessons and findings to all relevant stakeholders including Government of Kenya and the CDC.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with I-TECH Kenya Country Office and HQ teams to develop and implement the project Monitoring & Evaluation plans.
• Serve as M&E technical expert in working groups and other meetings.
• Contribute to overall project work plan and budgeting processes
• Prepare briefs and reports to the project management team on progress of project implementation to strategically inform decisions making.
• Participate in evaluation of project outcomes
• Collect relevant data to measure progress against the Strategic Outcomes and periodic reporting requirements
• Coordinate with HQ Quality improvement team
• Prepare high quality program progress reports in line with donor requirements, highlighting achievements, milestones and challenges.
• Document best practices and success stories and prepare documentation for publication purposes.
• Based on continued expansion of the I-TECH program, revisions may be made to the above job responsibilities

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Degree in Public Health or a related field
• Relevant training with focus on monitoring and evaluation
• At least 5 years direct experience in designing and implementing M&E Activities for health programs in Kenya, preferably USG funded
• Demonstrated technical skills for designing and evaluating health projects

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record Systems
• Proficiency in computer use: MS Word, MS Excel and statistical packages including SPSS, EPI info or STATA
• Experience of working within a project environment( USG Funded) and Ministry of health

Implementation & Interoperability Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: I-TECH Kenya – Technical
Supervisor: Deputy Country Director &Senior Technical Advisor
Management & Supervision: Implementation and Interoperability coordinator

Summary:

1. The Implementation and Interoperability Manager will play a critical role in the coordination and management of the implementation of information systems used in the Kenyan Health Sector. 
2. S/he will serve in a team leadership capacity while guiding technical input from various resources to a team of developers and implementation coordinators implementing integrated system projects. 
3. S/he will work with MoH in designing plans, workflows and providing solutions to challenges experienced during implementation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects focusing on health information system development, implementation and evaluation,
• In liaison with MoH, manage implementation of Electronic Health Record systems in health facilities, complete with interoperability amongst facility based and national health information systems.
• Directly supervise up to four implementation coordinators to ensure implementation of systems in health facilities meet work plan objectives and timelines.
• Provide technical support as required to the Ministries of Health and other partners in implementing standards based health systems.
• Provide technical support as required to the documentation and implementation of interoperability protocols
• Ensure strong communication and coordination with technical resources in the U.S.
• Provide technical oversight to constant improvement to electronic health record systems.

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Masters Degree in Information Systems (or a related field.)
• Extensive knowledge or information technology concepts and principles, theories and functions of computer systems.
• Experience with multi-site deployment of technologies or information systems
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects, including developing and managing work plans
• Knowledge of electronic medical records and system interoperability.
• Training in project management.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Health information systems (experience in the Kenya setting will be an added advantage)
• Command of an Open source EMRS systems (knowledge of Open MRS will be an added advantage)
• Five years of experience in Java development
• Ability to solve difficult technical and operational problems where solutions may be of a precedent-establishing nature
• Ability to work with distance-based teams

Technical Advisor – Standards

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: I-TECH Kenya – Technical
Supervisor: Deputy Country Director & Senior Technical Advisor - I-TECH Kenya
Management & Supervision: none

Summary:

The Technical Advisor – Standards will be responsible of coordinating the efforts towards the development of standards for health information systems, specifically standards for Primary Health Care systems, Laboratory Information Systems, Pharmacy Information System and DHIS interoperability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between I-TECH, Ministry Of Health and implementing partners in the development of standards for PHC, LIS, PIS and DHIS.
• Liaise with Ministry Of Health, stakeholders and I-TECH’s technical team in defining the technical specifications, format and content of Information Systems standards.
• Review a wide scope of literature relating to health information standards and incorporate relevant knowledge into evolving documents.
• Work with Ministry Of Health to apply the developed standards into policy and develop systems for the enforcement of health information system standards.
• Recommend and repackage the standards into usable formats that promote conversion from technical documents into end user-friendly formats.
• Together with Ministry Of Health, guide the dissemination and use of standards by the end users.
• Review published standards and documentation materials and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format and content
• Other duties as assigned.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Masters Degree in Information Systems / Technology (or related technical degree)
• 5 years experience in developing technical documents for information systems
• Experience working with health information systems
• Knowledge of terminologies used in Health and Health informatics

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Kenya Health information system

Application Procedure: 

Applicants should email their applications attaching a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter indicating why they are interested in and qualified for the position and the names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities to a Search Committee. 

All communications relating to applications for this position should be addressed to: 

The Recruitment Team, Preferred Personnel Africa, Saachi Plaza, Argwings Kodhek Road, Opposite Radar Security, Block A5 email address: cvs@preferredpersonnel.co.ke. 

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject matter of the email. 

Applications should be received by 18th June 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

KMFRI: Financial Controller, Accountants, Supply Chain Mgt Officers, Internal Auditors, and HR Officers, Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), is a research body established in 1980 and mandated under the Science and Technology Act, Cap 250 of 1979 to “undertake research in marine and freshwater fisheries, aquaculture, environmental and ecological studies, and marine research including chemical and physical oceanography”.

The Institute which has research Centres and Stations located at Mombasa Headquarters, Kisumu, Nairobi, Baringo, Turkana, Kegati, Naivasha, Sangoro, Sagana and Kabonyo seeks to fill the following vacant positions.

Financial Controller 

 
Job Group RI.13 (1 Post).

Reporting to Deputy Director (Finance and Administration).
Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:

• Organization and management of the Accounting Department;
• Coordination of routine and non-routine accounting matters;
• Interpretation of financial policies and regulations;
• Ensuring that sound accounting principles and policies are in place;
• Handling and responding to audit queries;

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Masters of Commerce/Business Administration (Finance/Accounting option) or Economics from a recognized University;
• Certified Public Accountant (K) or equivalent;
• Computer literacy ¡n Microsoft Office, certificate in computerized accounting especially competence in evolving accounting packages such as Pastel, Quick books ; and
• Satisfactorily served at the position of Chief Accountant or equivalent for at least three (3) years.

Remuneration:
Basic salary of KShs. (77,527.00 - 98,947) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Accountant I 

Job Group RI.9 (4 Posts).

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:-

• Collation of financial estimates;
• Determination of aggregate expenditure;
• Supervision of the revenue collection processes;
• Preparation of final accounts and statements.

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option/Finance) or Economics;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA Ill) or its equivalent;
• A certificate in computerized accounting especially competency in the evolving accounting packages such as Pastel, Quick books etc.
• Satisfactorily served in the position of Accountant II for at least three (3) years in a public institution;

Remuneration:

Basic salary of KShs. (30,472 - 35,275) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Accountant II 

 
Job Group RI.8 . (2posts).

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:-

• Verification of payment vouchers in accordance with the laid down Rules and Regulations;
• Coding of payment vouchers and verification of entries in the general ledger;
• Prepare bank reconciliation statements;
• Supervision of the revenue collection processes;
• Control of expenditure and below-the-line (BTL) group of accounts;

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option/Finance) or Economics;
• Certified PublicAccountant Il (CPA Il) or its equivalent;
• A certificate in computerized accounting especially competency in the evolving accounting packages such as Pastel, Quick books etc.

Remuneration:

Basic salary of KShs. (26,323 - 31,996) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Chief Supply Chain Management Officer 

 
Job Group RI.12 (1 Post).

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:

• In charge of the Supply chain management function of the Institute
• Interpretation and implementation of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005, the Public Procurement and Disposal Regulations 2006
• Preparation of procurement plans in accordance with budget process.
• Carrying out internal monitoring and evaluation of supply chain management procedures
• Handling and responding to internal and external audit queries
• Secretary to the Institute’s Tender Committee.

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Masters of Arts Degree in any of the following:- Procurement and Supply Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution
• A Post graduate diploma in supplies management or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• A member of recognized Institute of Purchasing and Supplies and satisfactorily served at the position of Principal Supply Chain Management Officer or its equivalent for at least three (3) years;

Remuneration:
Basic salary of KShs.(63,782 - 81 ,404) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Senior Supply Chain Management Officer  

Job Group RI. 10 (1 Post)

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:-

• Planning and coordinating of supply chain management activities.
• Conducting market surveys;
• Inventory and stock management;
• In charge of a supply chain management section /center.

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelors of Commerce Degree (Marketing) or Bachelor of Arts in social sciences or equivalent from a recognized institution
• A Post graduate diploma in supplies management or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Satisfactorily served at the grade of Supply Chain Management Officer I or equivalent for at least three (3) years;

Remuneration:
Basic salary of KShs. (35,275.00 - 42,877.00) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Chief Internal Auditor  

 
Job Group RI.12 (1 Post).

Reporting to the Director.
Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:-

• In charge of the overall operations and programme of Audit Unit in KMFRI;
• Verifying periodical financial returns that are required to be submitted from time to time;
• Ensuring that revenue appropriation in aid and other receipts due to KMFRI are collected promptly, banked immediately and accounted for;
• Reviewing internal control systems on financial and other operations of KM FR1;
• Preparing audit observations and reports as required;
• Collecting audit evidence on major issues;
• Preparing Audit Reports to Management and follow up on action taken;
• Executing audit programmes;
• Carrying out investigations on irregularities identified or reported in audit reports;
• Determining adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.

Requirements for Appointment

• Masters of Commerce/ Business Administration (Finance option) or Economics (Accounting Option) from a recognized University.
• Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) or its equivalent;
• Computer literate
• Satisfactorily served at the position of Principal Internal Auditor for minimum of three (3) years ¡n a public institution.
• Experience in financial management and high administrative capability

Remuneration:
Basic salary of KShs. (63,782 - 81,404) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Internal Auditor I  

 
Job Group RI.9 (2 Posts).

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:

• Reviewing internal control systems in operation and report on any weakness;
• Preparing audit observations and reports as required;
• Reviewing budgetary controls on issuance of authority to incur expenditure and commitments;
• Reviewing internal controls on Revenue/Appropriation-In-Aid (A-I-A) collection and accounting from time to time and advice on deviations from approved levels;
• Collecting audit evidence on major issues;
• Preparation of draft reports and holding discussion with the clients;

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Commerce or Economics/Accounting/Finance Option.
• Certified Public Accounts Ill (CPA Ill) or its equivalent; or
• Satisfactorily served in the position of Internal Auditor II for a minimum of three (3) years in a public institution.

Remuneration:
Basic salary of KShs. (30,472 - 35,275) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Human Resource Officer I

Job Group RI.9 (1 Post).

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:-

• Guidance and advice on personnel matters;
• Manpower planning;
• Staff development;
• Staff discipline;
• Coordination of staff appraisal;
• Recruitment, selection and deployment;
• Staff welfare;

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university;
• Certified Public Secretaries (CPS part II) or Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
• Computer literate
• Satisfactorily served in the position of Human Resource Officer II for a minimum period of three (3) years

Remuneration:

Basic salary of KShs.(30,472 - 35,275) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Human Resource Officer II 

 
Job Group RI.8 (4 Posts).

Major Duties and Responsibilities for this position are:-

• Supervision of Human Resource personnel in the Human Resource Department;
• Maintenance of personnel records;
• Interpretation of service regulations and other personnel circulars
• Preparation of quarterly and annual personnel reports
• Administration of staff salaries and other statutory deductions
• Administration of staff welfare.

Minimum Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university;
• Certified Public Secretaries (CPS Part II) or
• Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution; and
• Computer literate.

Remuneration: 

Basic salary of KShs. (26,323 - 31,996) p.m. plus other attractive benefits.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications including a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of both academic and professional certificates, stating their current positions. 

All applications to reach the office of the Director KMFRI through the address below latest 29th June 2012 at 4.30 p.m.

The Director,
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
P.O. Box 81651 -80100,
Mombasa

Phone: 020-8021560, 020-8021561
Email: director@kmfri.co.ke

KMFRI is an Equal opportunity Employer (No discrimination against gender nor disability).

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Development Pathways: Software Developer Job in Kenya

Software Developer: 

REF. DP/REC/01/21052012

Role: 

In order to support our growing portfolio in the thematic area of Management Information Systems for Social Protection, we are looking for a Software Developer who should be based in Nairobi, Kenya. 

The position shall be initially contracted for a 3 month period but may be extended upon satisfactory performance during the first one month of probation.

Duties:  

The software developer shall report to the Senior Management Information Systems Specialist who will provide project and technical leadership on the specific software development assignments.

Education and Experience : 

The Software Developer should have the following qualifications:

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Science
• A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in management information system and software related ICT assignments;
• A sound knowledge of relational database management systems – especially SQL
• Server 2008 – , project implementation life cycle and using mature software
• development technologies.
• Good C# and .Net 2.0-4.0 skills, including ASP.Net  skills
• Strong Visual Studio.Net 2008 and/or 2010 development skills
• Experience with transact SQL Server programmability including stored procedures, functions and triggers

How To Apply: 

We invite interested candidates who meet the requirements to email their applications to admin@developmentpathways.co.uk

Emails should include:

• The reference number Ref. DP/REC/01/21052012
• Detailed curriculum vitae including qualifications, education and relevant work experience
• Current and expected remuneration
• Names, addresses and day time contact numbers of three referees.

The deadline for applications is 15th June 2012.

Aviation Company HR Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

An Aviation Company is seeking to recruit an HR Assistant in their office in Nairobi.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:
 

Take an active role in supporting the recruitment process by Drawing up advertisements, reviewing candidates’ applications for advertised vacancies, assisting recruiting units to design suitable tests and interview questions/criteria, participating in interviews and providing guidance to recruiting managers on the recruitment practices.
 

Issue contracts and process human resource transactions for all staff.
 

Participate in discussions on new or revised procedures & practices, interpret and assess the impact of changes and make recommendations and follow up actions.
 

Brief and debrief staff members in issues relating to HR matters. Provide critical resources in staff induction and explain HR policies to new and existing staff. Disseminate information on new policies to all staff in general staff meetings in field offices.
 

Ensure that salary, overtime, hours of work, leave policy, entitlement, health insurance and detailed Terms of Reference are comprehensively included within the body of all Letters of Employment offers.
 

Verify benefit and other human resources related claims for accuracy and conformance with personnel rules and regulations.
 

Check and maintain attendance registers, leave reports and other forms and reports.
 

Check and maintain personnel files for all staff at location, ensuring all documentation is complete; maintain and update confidential personnel information and documents and ensure relevant documents are kept in their respective files.
 

Labour relations and discipline management,
 

Personnel transfer and movement,
 

Performance management
 

Perform other related duties as required.
 

Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree in human resource management or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution.
• Ability to deal patiently and tactfully with staff members of all levels and of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills. Proficiency in written and oral English and Kiswahili is a must have.
• A diploma / Higher diploma/ post graduate diploma from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a busy HR department.
• A thorough understanding of HR functions and processes and broad generalist experience.
• Proven ability in producing well organised reports and records, independently or with general guidance.
• Should be able to quickly and accurately handle large volumes of work under time constraints/pressure as well as during emergency.
• Should have sound judgment, initiative, excellent coordination skills and be a quick thinker.
• Should have a high sense of confidentiality and a passion to work with staff in difficulty situations.
• Ability to work in a team environment and achieve common goals.
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft software applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
• Conversant with the labour laws of 2007

N/B. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within the shortest time.

Send your application to;

Or Email to humanresourcenairobi@gmail.com

UNICEF SSA Consultancy to undertake development of Gender Equality Strategy Job in Kenya

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
 

Kenya Country Office

SSA Consultancy to undertake development of Gender Equality Strategy
 

Duration:  4 Months but spread over 9 months
 

Date of Issue: 06 June, 2012                                                                                               

Closing Date:12 June,  2012

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Consultancy in the Office of the Deputy Representative, UNICEF Kenya Office.
 

Purpose of the Post:  Support UNICEF Kenya Country Office to develop a Gender Equality Strategy as well as undertake staff capacity building on gender mainstreaming.

Justification

Kenya gained its independence in 1963 and has since made effort to provide economic and socio political empowerment of its masses. Over this period, it has realized an increase access to rights for all on one hand, and it has witnessed an epoch of significant abuses of Human Rights on the other. 

The expansion of women’s spaces to engage and participate in governance has been a key agenda for many institutions in the country but has also seen its share of difficulties over the years.
 

Kenya is a signatory to most international conventions and human rights instruments that are aimed at expanding Gender Equality i.e. the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW – 1979), the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the 1985 third world Conference on Woman which ratified Nairobi Forward Looking strategies for greater equality which was hosted in Kenya. 

Kenya’s National Gender and Development Policy 2000 provides a framework for advancement of women, leading to greater efficiency in resource allocation and utilization to ensure empowerment of women.
 

At national level, the newly promulgated Constitution of Kenya addressed the legal gaps and created affirmative action as a means of addressing equality in decision making and resource allocation in the country. It has also introduced the Bill of Rights which entrenches gender equality being key to development. 

Other key strategies for enhancing gender equality include the Vision 2030 where Kenya asserts its commitment and readiness to ensure gender mainstreaming in its planning processes with particular emphasis on gender equity, improved livelihoods for vulnerable groups, and a responsible, globally competitive and prosperous youth.
 

The UN General Assembly at its 59th Session resulted in the adoption of the Triennial Comprehensive Policy Review (TCPR) aimed at mainstreaming gender equality in country programs, planning instruments and sector wide approaches.  

The UN Development Program Group formed a Task Team on Gender Equality to support consistent and coherent action amongst UNDG members to mainstream gender equality and women empowerment in programming at country level and a wide range of tools and processes have been developed by UNDG for use by UN Country Teams (UNCT). 

There is a gender Score Card that sets minimum standards for UNCTs to assess their performance (gender responsive programming, partnerships, participation, policies, capacities etc), identifies gaps and progress.
 

UNICEF Kenya office’s  Country Program of Action Plan 2009-2013 (CPAP) is anchored on Kenya government development priorities such as vision 2030, MTSP and a number of key sectoral policies that emphasize the importance of  Human Rights and Gender Equality.
 

UNICEF Kenya thus supports the Government of Kenya (GoK) with significant policy level advocacy, technical support and service delivery where necessary to ensure better results for Children and Women. Within the UN family, UNICEF CPAP is strongly aligned to UNDAF results framework. 

Therefore, gender equality and mainstreaming is central to UNICEF transactions and its efforts towards ensuring equity and inclusion at all levels of program implementation and management.
 

In 2010, a Gender Audit was done by UNICEF Kenya to review and address gender equality in programming both in the practices and policies of the office in line UNICEF’s global policy framework.  

The gender Audit covered the period between 2008 to 2010 and examined the extent to which the overall GoK-UNICEF CP has (or failed to) promoted gender equality in terms of policy, programmes and interventions.
 

In general the Gender Audit found that UNICEF Kenya’s internal institutional mechanisms, capacities and management supports comprehensive gender mainstreaming in programming. 

This was evident from the existence of the Annual Work Plan (AWP), existence of the Gender Task Force (GTF) as well as strong UNICEF participation in the UN Joint Program on Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (JPGEWE) amongst other things. However the audit cited the existence of strong and pervasive ambiguity and ambivalence around gender mainstreaming which was described by one informant as “gender fatigue”. 

Also staff interest, effort and skill sets were noted to be variable thus affecting the level of engagement in gender mainstreaming hence  recommendations for capacity development of both staff and partners to improve gender mainstreaming at all levels. 

It is important to recognise that gender mainstreaming requires a personal commitment to gender equality from all staff, particular male staff in positions of authority.

It is from this premise that UNICEF Kenya is seeking a Technical Assistance (TA) to facilitate the development of a UNICEF Kenya Gender Mainstreaming Strategy coupled with intensive staff capacity building program to engender program management and implementation.
 

The consultancy will be spread out over nine months to undertake and achieve all the four parts of the terms of reference.

Scope of Work
 

The purpose of this consultancy is to facilitate UNICEF Kenya office develops a Gender Mainstreaming Strategy and a staff capacity building program that entrenches gender consciousness, enhances accountabilities, staff motivation levels, skills and attitudes towards gender equality and women empowerment throughout the UNICEF program cycle

The consultant will build on the 2010 Gender Audit report findings and recommendations, work closely with KCO GTF as well as JPGEWE and cross reference recommendations with UNCT efforts to ensure gender equality and women empowerment.

The T.A will cover three main components listed below:-
 

Part 1: Analysis of status of Kenya country program planning and implementation processes, modalities and staff capacities towards commitment to promoting gender equality and women empowerment in programming and advocacy by:
 

i. Assessing staff attitude and capacity with particular focus on budget holders as well as management so as to gauge level of awareness, understanding and programming for Gender Mainstreaming in their respective areas of responsibilities. This also should look at management tools such as annual management plans, Rolling Work plan, PCA approval Checklist, UN gender Score Card and staff responsibilities at section level.
 

ii. Undertaking a desk review to bring forth a comprehensive overview and in-depth analysis of UNICEF’s current data gathering, program planning, implementation, monitoring processes(frameworks) and subsequently develop concrete recommendations on how to establish and integrate gender sensitive evidence gathering, analysis, programming, monitoring and advocacy into each of the specific programme components. The TA should look at the depth to which organizational policies, planning tools, resources and monitoring and evaluation mechanism of both program and operations in order to enhance technical knowledge and commitment to Gender equality in UNICEF Kenya.
 

Part 2: Develop a UNICEF Kenya Gender Mainstreaming Strategy and staff capacity building plan to engender all program implementation and management. 

The consultant will: -
 

iii. Develop with staff and management input a programme specific gender analysis, evidence gathering, programming, monitoring and advocacy and reporting strategy based on the findings and recommendations drawn from the above items (i) analysis of staff knowledge, skills, competencies and attitudes to gender related issues ii)  in-depth analysis of UNICEF KCO’s current programme planning and implementation and 

(iii) the desk review above as well as by reviewing other Gender Mainstreaming strategies, by UN bodies such as UNIFEM, UN Women, WHO and UNFPA.  The consultant should also look at the UNCT gender Score card, the UN JPGEWE program priorities  bottleneck analysis report as well as Level three monitoring processes and subsequently draw firm conclusions on how to strengthen gender awareness, analysis and gender sensitive programming each of UNICEF Kenya programs. Recommend changes to management practices where necessary.
 

iv. Develop a staff Capacity Building Action Plan- that recognizes and addresses the entrenched beliefs of staff regarding gender roles that undermine their willingness and ability to apply principles of gender equality in their professional and personal lives. The plans should have a clear timeframe for staff capacity building stating current baseline and set indicators of achievement after capacity building taking into account different sector’s needs.
 

v. Recommend mechanisms to incentivize, support and recognize effective gender mainstreaming through management processes
 

Part 3 - Development of a capacity building package and monitoring plan with clear indicators:-
 

vi. Review existing UN staff gender equality training packages to suit the needs of different staff levels and identified needs.  The consultant will also develop a training plan with concrete timeframe and plan groups sessions as well as separate sessions for different sectors as required in order to discuss and roll out the office wide strategy that will be adapted out of this exercise.
 

vii. Undertake trainings and facilitate peer learning sessions for staff in line with the work plan stated above to improve commitment and change attitudes that hinder gender mainstreaming.
 

viii. Develop a checklist of compliance and subsequently undertake review of progress midway and at the end of the TA to gauge levels change in staff skills, and understanding of gender analysis, programming, monitoring, advocacy and reporting as well as enforcement of gender mainstreaming by management in the office.

Existing Information sources
 

The consultant will look at but not limited to the following key sector documents:

UNICEF Kenya’s key documents (Gender Audit Report 2010, CPAP, CPD, RWPs AMPs, IMEP of the current country program), Bottleneck analysis report, UNICEF Global Gender Equality Policy, Other  UN agency Gender policy documents  (UN Women, UNFPA, UNDP, WHO etc.) Gender Mainstreaming Strategies and policies, Gender Score Card, Joint Program on Gender Equality & Women Empowerment documents; GA protocals, Constitution of Kenya 2011, Draft Affirmative Action Policy of GoK,  UNDAF, Vision 2030, Taskforce Report on constitutional realignment to education sector, Gender and Education Policy (MoE),

AWP areas covered
 

Annual Management Plan /Deputy Representative’s office

Expected Deliverables
 

The expected deliverables are:

• Consultancy conceptual framework outlining, timelines, deliverables and key responsible parties to UNICEF two weeks upon signing of contract- but not later than June 30th 2012.
• A programme specific gender analysis, evidence gathering, programming, monitoring and advocacy and reporting strategy along with office wide performance targets/indicators and means of verification by 31st July 2012.
• A Comprehensive Capacity Building Action Plan by August 15th 2012
• A comprehensive Gender Mainstreaming training package by September 30th, 2012
• A final report comprising of a training completion report, a monitoring report with status of implementation of the trainings and their outcomes as well as the level of implementation of the programme specific strategies by 15th February   2013.

Desired background and experience

• A consultancy firm that has Gender Equality and Women Empowerment one of its core business/departments with a pool of gender experts. The consultants selected by the firm must have the following skills:
• Lead consultant should have at least a Masters or PhD in Social Sciences and/or in gender in development.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience and evidence of gender mainstreaming and equality programming, monitoring and research done with or for international organizations.
• The capacity building team leader must have at least a Master’s degree in social sciences/ gender training with at least 7 years’ experience in staff capacity building and development of packages for entrenching gender equality in programs.
• Excellent research and analytical skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Excellent  command of the English language, with proven writing skills;
• Proficient in computer skills

Competencies: Analytical, drive for results, communication, working with people; planning and organizing.

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, to;
 

The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SSA/DR/2012/016” in the email subject.
 

Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form, which can be downloaded from the UNICEF Kenya website (http://www.unicef.org/kenya).

“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
 

Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse
 

UNICEF is a smoke-free environment

Karen Hospital Medical Officers Jobs in Meru and Nakuru

We are looking for dynamic, result oriented Medical Officers, who are team players with honesty and integrity, excellent communication skills to take up  challenging positions in our Meru and Nakuru Satellites.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Managerial Activities
 

To provide high quality care to hospital patients.

To establish and maintain effective communication with the medical staff, other disciplines and support services.

 

To ensure that equipment used is in good condition and safe for use.

Operational Activities

• To act as a role model, exercising leadership and creating a suitable environment for an effective hospital team.
• To guide and ensure that self and all staff comply with all regulations contained in the Hospital policies and protocols e.g. confidentiality.
• To promote the concept of the multi-disciplinary teamwork in order to enhance the quality of medical care within the Karen Hospital.

Personal Development

• To act as a mentor to the staff.
• To develop and maintain a personal development.
• The duties of the post may change from time to time but new duties allocated will be consistent with the overall role of the post.

Job Specifications

Education qualifications required

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
• ATLS/ACLS Training will be an added advantage

All candidates suitably qualified should send their detailed CV and a covering letter, copies of certificates and testimonials together with a daytime telephone contact so as to reach the undersigned strictly via email to hrm@karenhospital.org . 

All relevant copies of certificates should be attached to the email.

All Applications must be received by close of business 8th June 2012.
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Manufacturing Industry Salesman / Executive Job in Kenya

A company in the manufacturing industry requires Salesman / Executive.
 

The candidate should be of Diploma or Certificate level holder with proven track record in sales particularly FMCG or beverage industry.

Interested candidate must be able to demonstrate tenacity, creative thinking and a drive to win sales in a competitive market.

Good geographical knowledge of Nairobi and its environs and possession of a driving license is an asset.

Interested candidates to send an application letter, CV and testimonials indicating current and expected and three professional referees.

Applications to be sent to the Director on the email: crestfoodsltd@gmail.com not later than Wednesday 13th June 2012.