Applications Specialist- Molecular Biologist Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Applications Specialist- Molecular Biologist
Our client, a leading distributor of renowned diagnostic instruments, hospital equipments and life science products with distribution networks in Eastern and Central Africa seeks to fill the position of an Applications Specialist.The ideal candidate will have a Masters degree in Molecular Biology, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a molecular lab and be willing to travel within and outside the country.
Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesOrganize and facilitate product demonstrations and training for customers as requiredCommissioning products on client site by conducting relevant training to client teams so they are able to use purchased products effectivelyTake care of existing customers by ensuring they are able to use company products they have purchased to their satisfaction.Visiting clients who have purchased company products regularly to ensure the products are meeting their expectations.Providing solutions to customers related to products they have purchased and ensuring clients are able to use these products to their expectationOffer effective technical support to the customers as need arisesSupport sales of the company broad product range to customers by up selling to current clientsMust have a Master’s Degree  in Molecular BiologyMust have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a molecular laboratory or relevant experience selling diagnostic equipment to hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, food industries, research institutions or universities80% of the job requires travelling thus the individual must be willing and flexible to travel within and outside the country. Mature self-driven personality with high aptitude for learningTo apply, send your CV Only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before Monday 1st July 2013.
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Job Opportunity in Kenya - Q.C Microbiologist

Due to first and sustainable growth our client, a pharmaceutical manufacturing company requires a suitable candidates to fill in the following position.

Position Title: Q.C Microbiologist

Department: Quality Control

Classification: Quality Control Staff

Position Reports To: Quality Control Manager

Position Purpose:

To outline the key areas of responsibilities of the personnel in order to ensure result oriented undertaking in the department.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Maintain proper records and documents in the microbiology laboratory.
• Update of the standard operating procedure of the microbiology section under the guidance of Quality control manager
• Carry out routine microbial testing of all incoming natural raw materials and finished products.
• Perform challenge test for the preservatives used in the finished products and have proper documentation of the same.
• Ensure that daily, monthly calibration of microbiology instruments and equipments are done promptly and proper documents kept in place.
• Perform sub-culturing of the live mother cultures periodically in accordance with the operation policies.
• Maintain proper inventory of the instruments and equipments of microbiology section.
• Responsible for environmental monitoring in the factory in accordance with the policy procedures.
• Carry out disinfectants activity evaluation to help avoid microbial resistant in the premises and recommend appropriate disinfectant rotational schedule for the premises.
• Responsible for daily calibration of pH meter and analytical balances in the chemical laboratory.
• Be involved in new methods development and validation of processes as per validation policy.
• Responsible for effluent analysis and proper reporting of the results and ensuring compliance to the regulatory authority standards.
• Responsible for microbial and chemical analysis of purified water for pharmaceutical use.

Performance Measurements

• Reports are and timely for authorization of further processing or release of finished products.
• Effective implementation of quality department policies and procedures in accordance with established principles, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Safeguarding and preserving company assets.
• Routine microbiological work is done effectively and efficiently.
• Maintain existence of positive working relations in quality control personnel.

Qualification Required

Education/Certification: Diploma or higher diploma microbiology related field

Required Knowledge: knowledge of good laboratory practices and procedures.

Experienced Required:

• Broad based knowledge of the pharmaceutical Quality control/assurance practices
• Hand on experience in micro biology laboratory

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent team-work skills
• Meeting of tight schedules
• Able to organize, coordinate and direct projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

To apply for this position send your resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

On the subject line indicate Q.C MICROBIOLOGIST

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Bidco Power Plant/Warehouse in Charge, Operators, Technicians, Fitter, Electrician, Group Internal Auditor, HR Officer & Microbiologist Jobs

Bidco Oil Refineries Limited, East Africa’s leading FMCG Company has embarked on its journey towards world class.

With state of the art manufacturing facilities, excellent nation wide distribution network and delivering top class quality products to consumers has been our forte in line with our philosophy of happy, healthy living.

Core to Bidco’s operations is the adopted philosophy of Kaizen, commitment to continuous improvement and implementation of world class systems & processes and believing that there’s always a better way of doing things.

For its endeavors towards plant expansions and launch of co- generation project to be self reliant for its power and energy needs, we are looking for young, dynamic, enthusiastic & qualified professionals for the following positions:

Power Plant in Charge (1 Position)

Ref: CO-GEN/01/PPIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth operation of cogeneration plant independently.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 8 - 10 years of working experience in handling power plants of 3 MW and above.

Shift in Charge - Power Plant (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/02/SIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the power plant in the shift

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Degree/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 5-6 years working experience in handling power plants of 3 MW and above

Turbine Operator (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/03/TO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the turbines in the shift.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 10-12 years working experience in handling turbine operations

Instrument Technicians (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/04/IT/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the electronic equipment in the shift.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma in Electronics & Instrumentation with 4-5 years working experience in PLC, SCADA, power plant.

R O (Reverse Osmosis) Plant Operator (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/05/ROPO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To run the RO plant efficiently and supply the desired water quality for Boiler.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering/Science Graduate with 5-6 years RO water treatment working experience.

Fitter (3 Positions)

Ref: 06.2011/CO-GEN/06/FIT/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: Carry out preventive & predictive & breakdown maintenance of mechanical equipment such as turbines, pumps, bearings, valves, etc.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Mechanical) with 5-7 years experience in overhauling of Turbine & Boiler operations.

Electrician (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/07/ELEC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of 11 KV HT/LT power distribution network.

Desired Academia, Qualification, Skills & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Electrical) with 5-10 years experience in 11 KV HTILT & power plant experience.

Boiler Operators (2 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/08/BO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of high pressure boiler.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Mechanical) & Boiler operator certificate,12-15 years experience of working on high pressure boilers.

Group Internal Auditor (1 Position)

Ref: 01/GIA/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:

• To carry out risk assessment and evolution of business controls, Preparing and implementing the Audit Strategy and the Audit Plans- Operational Audit, Financial Audit & Information Systems Auditing.
• Detailed review, analysis and appraising of the various business activities, policies & procedures and internal control systems to make recommendations for improvements and ensure that they are effective and efficient.

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Work experience

• Degree and professional qualification- ACCA/CPA/CA.
• CISA qualification will be an added advantage.
• 12 - 15 years working experience in internal auditing in the private sector preferably in a large manufacturing FMCG industry of which 6 years must be in a position of leading the Internal Audit Function.
• Technical knowledge and experience of International Auditing & Accounting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, communication & interpersonal skills, business acumen and sound commercial approach.
• Hands on experience of working on SAP - FICO module is mandatory.

Human Resource Officer (1 Position)

Ref: 02/HRO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & selection
• Compensation and benefits management
• Employee relations.
• Performance Management System.

Desired Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:

• Degree/Diploma in Human Resource Management with 6-8 years experience of working in a 1000 + employee company.
• Thorough knowledge of labour laws
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• Prior experience of handling labour disputes and disciplinary mailers is a MUST.

Warehouse in Charge (2 Positions)

Ref: 03/WIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:

• To supervise & manage all activities of the warehouse.
• Managing warehouse stock inventory.
• Coordinate with production for smooth transit of in and out flow of goods.
• Ensure stock control systems update and timely entry or records in SAP.
• Reconciliation of inventory.
• Managing market return goods.

Desired Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:

• Bachelor of Commerce / Diploma in Materials management with 5-7 years experience of handling warehouse functions in a FMCG / Logistics company.
• Knowledge of SAP/Baan/Any ERP package would be an added advantage.

Microbiologist (3 Positions)

Ref: 04/MB/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To lead the microbiological requirements in carrying out
relevant laboratory and clinical studies including micro risk assessment, documenting and implementing test protocols & leading HACCP initiatives.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience:

• Degree/Diploma in Applied Biology/Microbiology/Science/Food Technology with 3-5 years experience as a microbiologist, preferably from Food or pharmaceutical industry
• Good knowledge of HACCP & ISO 22000

We offer excellent career growth opportunities with remuneration package & fringe benefits matching your skills, experience & expertise.

All positions are based at our Thika plant.

Candidates fulfilling the above criteria need only to apply with detailed resume citing reference number in the subject matter by mail or post to: hrd@bidco-oil.com

Team Leader - Human Resources
Bidco Oil Refineries Limited
P O Box 239-01000
Thika

Not later than 6th August 2011

Jobs in Kenya - MEA Agronomist, Technical Sales Rep and Bacteriologist

As a result of expansion of our business activities, the following vacancies have arisen for immediate engagement.

Agronomist

28-35yrs

Qualifications:

• BSc in Chemistry with, post-graduate qualification (MSc) in agronomy, soil fertility or crop nutrition
• 3-5 yrs experience in laboratory analytical work, agricultural research, computer literate, clean driving license, passport,
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to work at odd hours to meet deadlines.
• Experience in carrying out on-farm trials/ demonstrations.
• Fluency in French speaking will be an added advantage.

Technical Sales Rep
26-30yrs

Qualifications

• BSc Agriculture/Horticulture or related degree, 3-5 years experience in agro-industry, must be willing to travel extensively within Kenya and hold a clean driving license and be a team player with excellent inter-personal skills and be self motivated.

Bacteriologist
25-50yrs

Qualifications

• BSc degree in biological sciences or related sciences, 3-5 yrs experience in microbiology lab, computer literate, able to work for long hours to meet deadlines, excellent inter-personal and communication skills, and able to work under minimum supervision.

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ILRI Research Technician – Reproductive Technology Job in Nairobi Kenya (KES 64,833)

Vacancy Number: RT/BT02/06/11

Department: Biotechnology Theme

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2-year contract non- renewable contract

General:

ILRI is a globally networked research institute based in Africa. ILRI works to help reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries.

ILRI positions its work at the dynamic interface of poverty alleviation and sustainable livestock livelihoods. Our staff work in partnerships and alliances with hundreds of organisations in developed and developing countries, including some of the finest universities and research institutions in the world.

ILRI’s headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, with a principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Our staff are also based in partner institutions in other parts of Africa and in Asia and Latin America. We employ more than 700 staff from about 40 countries and are one of 15 centres around the world sponsored by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

ILRI seeks to recruit a Research Technician to join the Genomics research group within the Biotechnology Theme. This project is under the Basic Research to Enable Agricultural Development (BREAD) program of the National Science Foundation of the USA and involves collaboration within Universities in the USA and the Roslin Institute.

The appointee will also be required to contribute to other related activities particularly involving high throughput sequencing in support of a number of research projects.

ILRI’s Biotechnology Theme seeks to recruit a Research Technician-Reproductive Technology to work within the Biotechnology Theme.

Specific responsibilities include

• Responsible for lab activities (BREAD Tryps resistant livestock project) located in the Embryology lab
• Preparing laboratory media for BREAD project activities
• Conducting the day-to-day lab activities for BREAD requirements
• Preparing electronic data for the lab
• Keeping inventory of the lab materials and initiating replacements as required
• Giving regular updates to supervisors

Essential skills and qualifications include

• BSc in Biological Sciences or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year experience with lab procedures particularly tissue culture relevant to needs of this assignment
• Experience with techniques in Embryology, eg. embryo manipulation, IVF and cryopreservation
• Exposure to techniques in nuclear transfer
• Computer literate, good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to learn new skills

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ILRI Assistant Program Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Vacancy Number: APM/BIO/06/11

Department: Bio-resource Innovations Network for Eastern Africa Development (Bio-Innovate)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2-year contract renewable

Bio-resource Innovations Network for Eastern Africa Development (Bio-Innovate) seeks to recruit a highly competent and dynamic Assistant Program Manager.

Bio-Innovate Program is a newly established multidisciplinary competitive funding mechanism, for biosciences and product oriented innovation activities in Eastern Africa, through the Bioresources Innovation Fund, supporting applications for regional, multi-disciplinary innovation projects in Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda.

The Bio-innovate Program is supported by a grant SEK 90m (USD 12m) from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida). The Bio-Innovate niche is characterized by a focus on the applications of bio-resource innovations, to support sustainable growth and transformation of the agricultural and environmental sub-sectors, from primary production to value addition, while enhancing adaptability to climatic change and strengthening innovation policy.

The program has four thematic areas (crop production, adaptability and diversification; environmental protection and management; technology incubation; and bioresources innovation policy analysis), all of which are closely connected to and build on AU/NEPAD Consolidated Plan of Action for Africa’s Science and Technology.

Bio-Innovate Program will focus on delivering new products through bioscience innovation systems involving a broad range of actors, including scientists, private sector, policy makers, NGOs and other practitioners.

It will use modern biosciences to improve agriculture and conserve the environment through improving crop productivity and resilience to climate change in small-scale farming systems; improving the efficiency of the agro-processing industry to add value to local bio-resources.

The program will also develop sound policies for commercializing products from biosciences research; and investigate innovative delivery systems.

Bio-Innovate Program is managed by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI). It is co-located on ILRI’s Nairobi campus with the BecA -ILRI Hub, a biosciences research platform that is part of AU/NEPAD’s Africa Biosciences Initiative.

Bio-Innovate Program seeks to recruit a dynamic Assistant Program Manager who will be part of a small Program Management Team and will in particular involve in ensuring that adequate program and projects management systems are established and maintained.

He/she will be responsible for providing technical backstopping to the overall Program management.

The job holder will report to the Bio-Innovate Program Manager. He/she will also closely work with relevant ILRI Departments and Units. This position will be based at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Headquarters in Nairobi but it may require frequent travel throughout the Eastern Africa region.

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World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Ecologist / Soil Scientist Job in Kenya

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Employer: ICRAF

The Ecologist / Soil Scientist will be responsible for implementing land health surveys and greenhouse gas measurements in land management projects in Africa.The work will also contribute to the new CG Consortium Research Projects, especially CRP5 on Water, Land and Ecosystems, and CRP7 on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security. The main role includes the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Measuring and monitoring land health (the capacity of land to sustain delivery of essential ecosystem services)
• Lead the implementation of landscape level field measurements of vegetation, soil conditions and greenhouse gas fluxes in land management projects in eastern Africa
• Conduct statistical analysis of lab, field and remote sensing data, including time series gas flux measurements
• Write technical reports and scientific articles on the above

Requirements

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ILRI Research Technician - Aflatoxin Project Job in Nairobi Kenya (KES 140,833)

Vacancy Number: RT/BECA/AFLATOXIN/04/11

Department: Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2 year contract renewable

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).

ILRI also manages the Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA) Hub at ILRI, a new centre for excellence in modern plant and animal biology in Africa. BecA is an initiative developed within the framework of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)/ African Union African Biosciences initiative.

It consists of a Hub based on the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya and a network of regional nodes and other affiliated laboratories and organizations throughout the region. The BecA Hub facilities are world class, including a range of molecular, plant transformation, and genomics laboratories and equipment (e.g. 454 sequencing, Biosaftey level 3 laboratory, plant growth facilities).

The Hub hosts and conducts research in crop, microbe and livestock areas where new developments in science offer promise to address previously intractable problems constraining Africa’s development. Capacity building is a major goal of all activities. The scope covers agriculture and food security and their intersections with human health and nutrition, and the sustainable use of Africa’s natural resources.

Further information is available at http://hub.africabiosciences.org/.

The BecA-ILRI Hub seeks to recruit a Research Technician whose key responsibilities will be as follows:

Responsibilities

• Conduct research under supervision of research scientists;
• Provide technical support to the aflatoxin research team, especially on mycotoxin diagnostics and fungal characterization
• Establishment and curation of databases containing overall project data;
• Culturing and characterization of fungal isolates;
• Genotyping and sequence analysis;
• Use of HPLC for identification of mycotoxins;
• Implement a barcoding system for sample and information storage;
• Near Infrared Spectroscopy for identification of fungal contamination and grain traits;
• Ensure observation of good laboratory practice including proper maintenance of equipment;
• Prepare purchase requisition of consumable items
• Assist in coordination of permit acquisition with the institute’s health and safety office

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Biological Sciences with 3 years experience or equivalent, or Bachelor of Science degree or Higher National Diploma in Biomedical Sciences with 5 years experience.
• Experience in a research environment, specifically including HPLC, ELISA and microbiology
• Experience with fungal culturing and characterization, NIR, and molecular biology is a plus.
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures.
• Computer literacy in MS Office programs is essential
• Knowledge of MS Access and bioinformatics would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team setting.
• Strong English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Experience with Aspergillus flavus in the context of maize;
• Experience using HPLC;
• Experience using Near Infrared Spectroscopy.

Terms of appointment: This is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is on initial 2 year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. Salary and benefits will be in line with those provided within ILRI’s NRS scheme.

Job level and salary : This position is job level 2D and starting salary is KES 140,833 per month. This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI.

Applications: Applications addressed to the Human Resources Director, a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience should be emailed to: recruit-ilri-Ken@cgiar.org by 5 May 2011.

The position title and reference number “RT/BECA/AFLATOXIN/04/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications.

To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org

ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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ILRI Post Doctoral Scientist - Aflatoxin Project Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy Number: PD/BECA/04/11

Department: Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2 year term appointment with possibility for renewal

Base salary from USD 35,000 plus attractive international staff benefits package

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development.

ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).

ILRI also manages the Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA) Hub at ILRI, a new centre for excellence in modern plant and animal biology in Africa. BecA is an initiative developed within the framework of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)/ African Union African Biosciences initiative.

It consists of a Hub based on the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya and a network of regional nodes and other affiliated laboratories and organizations throughout the region. The BecA Hub facilities are world class, including a range of molecular, plant transformation, and genomics laboratories and equipment (e.g. 454 sequencing, Biosaftey level 3 laboratory, plant growth facilities).

The Hub hosts and conducts research in crop, microbe and livestock areas where new developments in science offer promise to address previously intractable problems constraining Africa’s development. Capacity building is a major goal of all activities. The scope covers agriculture and food security and their intersections with human health and nutrition, and the sustainable use of Africa’s natural resources.

Further information is available at http://hub.africabiosciences.org/.

The BecA-ILRI Hub seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Scientist whose key responsibilities will be as follows:

Responsibilities

• Play a leading role in the establishment and application of a mycotoxin diagnostics facility in Kenya;
• Liaise closely with collaborators in Kenya, Tanzania, Australia and USA;
• Conduct molecular and morphological characterization of Aspergillus species;
• Identify genetic sources of reduced susceptibility to aflatoxin accumulation in maize.

Requirements

• A PhD degree obtained no more than 5 years ago in the field of plant genetics, plant pathology and/or mycology;
• Experience working with mycotoxins and characterizing fungi;
• Experience with molecular biology, including working knowledge of standard tools for sequence characterization;
• Experience working in an advanced biotechnology research group;
• Proficiency with standard statistical analysis;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to perform in a multicultural research environment as part of a multidisciplinary team;
• Excellent written and spoken English;
• Experience in any of the following areas will be considered an asset;
• Experience with Aspergillus flavus in the context of maize;
• Experience using HPLC;
• Experience using Near Infrared Spectroscopy.

Post location: The position is based at ILRI’s Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

Terms of appointment: The position is Scientist/Research Level 4A and is on a 2 year term appointment with possibility for renewal for one year contingent upon individual performance and continued funding. ILRI offers a competitive international remuneration and benefits package which includes: – Medical insurance – Life insurance – and allowances for: – Education – Housing and baggage.

Applications: Applicants should send a cover letter explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and indicating earliest availability, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to email: recruit-ilri-Ken@cgiar.org by 16 May 2011.

The position title and reference number POST DOCTORAL SCIENTIST: AFLATOXIN PROJECT:PD/BECA/04/11 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications.

Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we regret but only online applications will be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org

ILRI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates from African countries, particularly women, are encouraged to apply.


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RTI International Technical Program Manager - IRS Project Job in Kenya

RTI International is one of the world’s leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice.

Our staff of more than 2,800 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 40 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services.

RTI International is currently seeking qualified candidates for the Technical Program Manager (TPM) position to be based at the Nairobi Regional office.

Overall Purpose:

In collaboration with each country Chief of Party (COP), and other relevant RTI staff, serves as a Technical Program Manager for IRS country programs.

This is essentially a coordinative and technical advisory position, with considerable responsibility for helping the COP ensure country program success. It requires close and continuous collaboration and communication with the COP to be effective.

Essential Duties:

• Key deliverables on which the TPM works and has significant responsibility include: Annual work plans and associated budgets, End of Spray reports, Semi-Annual and Annual Reports.
• The TPM works with COP on annual work plan development and ensures that proposed activities are in line with PMI MOP and MOH/NMCP agreements as well as RTI priorities
• Based on country program input, plays a key role in ensuring the timely submission of satisfactory country semi-annual reports, and end of spray reports as required under the IRS contract
• Works with M&E Manager and COP to design impact assessments, and qualitative/quantitative surveys (i.e., role of gender/superstition in the acceptance of IRS spraying of the household).
• Monitors, and reports to RTI and USAID Washington on progress of each country program on a weekly basis, and keeps track of all actions required in the IRS countdown calendar.
• In partnership with the COP, and based on inputs from the country, responds as needed to USAID Washington and mission requests for information
• Assists PAS in budget development and identifies areas of concern. Assists PAS in monitoring budget consumption and making projections to ensure project is completed within budget
• Work with RTI procurement officer and COP to ensure accurate and timely procurement of insecticide and other IRS commodities (country approvals are in place, on-time arrival and order is according to technical specs).
• Assists COP as needed, to prepare scopes of work and budgets for consultants and subcontractors, based on country specifications, and provides follow up for their approval.
• Provide short-term technical assistance to countries to assist COP in planning, implementation, M&E, and/or closing of spray operations as necessary.
• Manage timely scheduling and execution of entomological activities and other subcontracts to ensure scopes of work are completed satisfactorily.
• Advise the Project Director and Deputy of progress and challenges.
• Available to fill in for COPs as directed on interim basis as needed

Minimum Required Education & Experience:

• Masters degree in public health, biology, entomology, environmental sciences or related field plus 6 years of experience in international health.
• Prior experience serving in a long-term resident position or in a project management role preferred. Experience in home office backstopping also considered.
• Prior work experience in Africa is preferred.
• Local Nationals or Residents with valid work permit preferred.
• Must have demonstrated experience in financial management, human resources, logistics /operations and other administrative tasks.
• Demonstrated experience working on USAID-funded projects and in-depth knowledge of USAID rules and regulations is required.
• Flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks and work collaboratively with others.
• Demonstrated experience and ability writing technical reports or proposals.
• Ability to build positive relationships with all levels of internal and external clients/ stakeholders.
• Foreign language fluency in French, Portuguese, or Kiswahili preferred.
• Strong oral and written communications skills in English.
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office Applications.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes for extended periods.

How to Apply: Candidates who meet the above minimum requirements should submit application letter and detailed CV with contact information including telephone to jojuok@nb.rti.org on or before May 30th.

Due to the urgency of the recruitment, applications will be short-listed on a regular basis and we may offer the positions before the closing date.

RTI International would like to graciously thank all candidates for their interest.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA /M/F/D/V employer.

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Microbiology Technologist Job in Kenya - Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya which is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network.

The hospital is part of a network of health facilities in East Africa which include: clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi.

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

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2008 accreditation and is moving towards new standards of clinical quality improvement and patient safety.

The hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Microbiology Technologist

Overall Responsibilities

The successful candidate will prepare documentation, maintain sample processing records and ensure timely dispatch of results.

He/she will maintain relevant equipment in terms of calibration and alignment and will be expected to comply with relevant policies and procedures including but not limited to those related to safety and infection control.

Requirements

• Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (Medical Microbiology option) or above
• Minimum three years working experience in a busy medical laboratory
• Excellent knowledge of laboratory operations and procedures
• Knowledge and experience in culture media preparations, quality control, micro-organism cultivation and identification, staining procedures, sensitivity setting and interpretation and serology testing
• Ability to write and review SOP’s
• Excellent computer skills and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Knowledge and experience in ISO 15189 standard is desirable
• Ability to work in other laboratory sections whenever he/she is required
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board is mandatory

Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees should be forwarded by 22nd April, 2011 to:

The Human Resource Manager
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P. O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu

E-mail: adminsecretary@akhskenya.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Molecular / Clinical Microbiology Training & Applications Specialist Job in Kenya - Hain Lifescience East Africa

Our mission is to promote and train laboratories and health institutions on the use of our cutting edge technology in molecular diagnostics.

We focus on many infectious diseases such as Tuberculosis, in which we are helping to diagnose Multi-Drug Resistant TB (MDR TB) and Extreme Drug Resistant TB (XDR TB).

Hain Lifescience East Africa Ltd. is seeking a Molecular / Clinical Microbiology Training & Applications Specialist

Duties:

• Training and lab capacity building in molecular diagnostic / line probe assay testing in East, West & Central Africa
• Perform lab evaluation and preparation visits (Travel required)
• Application process monitoring of institutions using the Hain assay methods
• Creation of customer follow up and support systems
• Timely resolution of customer- use problems encountered
• Development & update of lab SOPs
• Clinical study initiation and supervision
• Creation & execution of molecular diagnostic training modules

Qualifications:

• Bachelors/Masters degree in Clinical Microbiology &/or Molecular Biology or Biomedical Science
• Microbiology lab technologist (an added advantage)
• Experience in mycobacteriology
• Experience in PCR/molecular lab work
• Possible previous research & publishing in bacteriology

Additional:

• Knowledge of French is a plus
• Previous cross cultural/country interaction, an advantage
• Previous training experience a plus
• Have a valid passport

Send CVs and testimonials before 6th May 2011 to:

The General Manager
Hain Lifescience East Africa Ltd
P.O. Box 5835-00100, Nairobi

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Factory Microbiologist Job Vacancy in kenya

Job Title: Factory Microbiologist

Company Profile: A multinational company that deals in the Manufacturing and Production of Nutritional and dairy products, coffee, tea, beverages, chocolate and confectionery

Direct Report to: Factory QA Manager

Main Purpose of the Job

• Provides professional and technical analysis, about product characteristics. Also includes microbiological analysis of products, ingredients and raw materials and Environment samples.
• Monitor product Quality and Food safety to ensure compliance with product specifications and Legislation standards.
• Participate to HACCP studies to provide assistances related to microbiology and food safety.
• Participate to QMS updating.

Main Responsibilities

• System design: Define and update the specific quality procedures, instructions and tools which are directly related to microbiology
• Perform training of production operators and other technicians in performing simple analyses and tests related to their working area (as needed)
• Perform microbiology tests on all finished products, line samples, special samples and Raw materials as per established sampling plans.
• Perform microbiological tests on Equipment and Environment samples as necessary.
• Reporting of abnormalities via notification of quality deviations and take immediate corrections
• Sampling and microbiology tests of Factory water and chlorination as necessary
• Media preparation for above microbiology tests
• Maintain ICP and GLP in microbiology Laboratory operations
• Stock control and purchase requisition for consumables in microbiology lab.
• Compile Microbiology reports for Regional head office at required frequencies
• Perform MM P-Test according to the planning

Essential Managerial & Professional Qualities

• Ability to communicate efficiently internally and externally
• Ability to build personal relationships with different functions of the value chain based on trust and open communication
• Understanding customers' needs to provide the best support
• Take immediate corrections when out-of-specification results are found

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (microbiology, chemistry, food technology or other related fields)

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Biomedical Engineer Job Vacancy

A stable and fast growing company in medical field with clients spread across East Africa is looking for a successful candidate who will be in charge of sales and marketing Medical Equipment, Installation and maintenance of a satisfied clientele through effective after sales services.

Requirements

• A university degree or Diploma in Biomedical Engineering or Laboratory Technology
• Clean driving License
• Diploma in Marketing/Sales
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to meet tight schedules and targets
• Team Player
• Should be flexible to move across East Africa
• Provide two recent passport size photos
  
  

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P.O Box 12659 00100 GPO
Nairobi

So as to reach on or before 2nd July 2010

Research Assistant: icipe Jobs in Kenya

icipe is an intergovernmental organisation funded by government aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in the environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.

icipe has approximately 300 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes, located at various sites in Kenya, Ethiopia and Sudan.

icipe’s Behavioural and Chemical Ecology Department seeks to urgently hire a dynamic and motivated Research Assistant to fill a position that will soon fall vacant. The position is based here at Duduville campus and is offered initially for a two year contract.

Duties and Responsibilities

The main functions of this position will comprise of among other things:

• To Isolate and characterize biologically active compounds.
• Test the efficiency of isolates in bioassays.
• Synthesize bioactive compounds and their analogues.

Requirements

• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc) in Chemistry with specialization in Chemical Ecology from a recognized University.
• Have at least two years relevant working experience with adequate familiarity of GC, GC-MS, HPLC and spectroscopic techniques and insects.
• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Be computer literate and have some Statistical analytical background.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Be able to work with minimum supervision.

The deadline for applications is 26th June, 2010.

Applications with a detailed resume, names of 3 referees with day time telephone contacts, e-mail address and fax numbers should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Department
icipe - African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya

icipe Jobs in Kenya: Senior Research Assistant/Biostastician

icipe is an intergovernmental organisation funded by government aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in the environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.

icipe has approximately 300 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes, located at various sites in Kenya, Ethiopia and Sudan.

icipe seeks to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of Senior Research Assistant/Biostatistician in our Biostatistics Unit.

The successful candidate will be required to perform the following duties among other things:

Requirements

• An M.Sc degree in Bio-Statistics/Applied Statistics/Biometry from a recognized University.

Experience

• Proficiency in the use of Ms Word, Excel, R and SAS.
• Proficiency in epidemiological data analysis using R
• Knowledge in Basic Health Research Ethics
• Experience in handling large databases on infectious diseases
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skill

Responsibilities

• Provide statistical consultation to researchers/scientists in designing experiments and surveys
• Undertake data analysis and relate the outcome of these to researchers in a comprehensive manner where necessary.
• Ensure sound statistical practice by reviewing work-plans, scientific reports, proposals and publications.
• Maintain statistical software packages and provide trouble-shooting back ups for users
• Conduct in-house Staff training Courses in Bio-statistics and use of R/ SAS Statistical softwares
• Supervise interns in the Biostatistics Unit
• Manage data and carry out statistical exploration of established data bases.

Applications will be accepted up to 18th June, 2010, or when the position gets filled, whichever is the earlier.

Only applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

Please send an application with a detailed CV and names and addresses of 3 referees including e-mail addresses, fax numbers, and remuneration package to hr@icipe.org or:

The Human Resources Department
icipe - African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

icipe Jobs in Kenya: Post Doctoral Fellowship - Entomologist

icipe is an intergovernmental organisation funded by government aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in the environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. icipe has approximately 300 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes, located at various sites in Kenya, Ethiopia and Sudan.

icipe seeks to recruit a young and highly motivated Post Doctoral Fellow (PDF) to work in the Animal Health Division on a 2 year project on development and validation of tsetse repellent technologies.

The position is based at the icipe Headquarters in Nairobi with frequent travel to neighbouring countries for field work. Position is available from 1st August 2010 for two years. Extension will be possible depending upon availability of funds.

Requirements

• Possession of a PhD degree in entomology or medical entomology or vector biology and ecology obtained from a recognized University within the last two-three years.
• Field experience in working with tsetse is an added advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment with biological research scientists, extension specialists and Government and private sector
• Ability to interact effectively with communities during field work.
• Ability to undertake capacity building at all levels.
• Ability to learn new techniques and mentor students.
• A track record of publications and report writing.
• Have leadership skills
• Driving license a must with proven accident free driving

Responsibilities

• To work in the Animal Health Division on a 2 year project on development and validation of tsetse repellent technologies.

Applications will be accepted up to18th June, 2010, or until the position gets filled, whichever is the earlier. Please send an application with a detailed CV and names and addresses of 3 referees including e-mail addresses, fax numbers, and remuneration package to hr@icipe.org or:

The Human Resources Department
icipe - African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Somalia Consultant Opportunity

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Somalia is an International Non-Governmental Organization registered in Kenya and operating in Somalia.
ADRA is currently implementing water and basic livelihood related project activities and is seeking the services of a qualified Consultant to carry out the following:Bio-Mass Utilization Baseline Survey.
The specific objectives of the consultancy are to:

1. Generate baseline data that will identify set benchmarks and milestones in order to reveal the current biomass sources and the level of consumption in Bay and Bakol regions of Somalia.
2. Produce contextually relevant set of energy baseline tools for use by ADRA in the assignment as well as for future programming.
3. Impart project staff in the target regions participating in the baseline survey with relevant skills in collecting and analyzing data and effectively reporting on energy surveys. This will be gained through training and working together with staff during the consultancy.

Qualifications and Expertise of the Consultant

• Advanced university degree in Environmental Sciences, Appropriate Technology or a relevant related technical field. Proven experience in environment and biodiversity issues will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of current issues on biomass, environmental degradation, forestry and household energy.
• Experience in conducting baseline studies.
• Strong background in both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Computer skills, especially knowledge of statistical packages such as SPSS.
• Familiarity with bivariate and multivariate analysis.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills.
• Ability to plan and maintain project schedules and meet required deadlines
• Proven experience in Post Conflict Transition countries, including previous experience working in Somalia.

For the full Terms of Reference (ToR) please visit ADRA Somalia website www.adrasom.org.
Interested persons should send a technical and financial proposal to hr@adrasom.org or info@adrasom.org by 11th June 2010.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.