Internal Auditor (Compliance Officer) Job Re-Advertisement - KEMRI / CDC Program Kisumu

Vacancy No. K53/04/11

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

Due to its continued growth, the program has a vacancy in the BASE Project.

Position: Internal Auditor (Compliance Officer)
1 Position
MR 10

Reports to: Director, Center for Global Health Research (CGHR)
Location: Kisumu, Kisian

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business management from a recognized university
• CPA(K), Member of ICPAK
• Minimum four(4) years post qualification experience as an internal auditor
• Computer literacy and a good working knowledge of accounting packages and financial systems.
• CISA of CIA qualification is an added advantage

Desirable Qualities/Skills

• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to pay attention to deadlines
• Ability to work well in a team and to supervise a team
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Detailed understanding of the roles and functions of the internal audit department
• Good personal Judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
• Ability to maintain the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality and professionalism

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and appraising the soundness, adequacy and application of accounting, financial and other controls (both existing and proposed) to promote effective and efficient internal controls
• Developing and implementing effective risk management, control governance framework
• Leading discussions on Internal Audit and Risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans
• Reporting to the Director on policy issues and on day to day operations
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and carry out spot checks
• Follow up outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective actions after external audits
• Carry out special audits or investigations as may be required from time to time
• Participate in the budget process and prepare internal audit report
• Ascertaining the level of compliance with established policies, plans and procedures

Terms of Employment:

• Six (1) year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service.
• Probation period for the first 3 months.

Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, depending on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts.

Applications should include the following:

• Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
• Current CV, with names and contact information (telephone and e-mail address)
• Attach three reference letters (including one from current or most recent employer/supervisor)
• Copies of Certificates or transcripts

Applications are due no later than 2nd May 2011

To:

The Human Resources Manager
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578, 40100,
Kisumu

or e-mail to recruitment@ke.cdc.gov

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

CDC Public Health Specialist Job in Southern Sudan (USD 33,701.0 p.a)

Open to Sudanese Nationals eligible to work in Southern Sudan

Public Health Specialist in Surveillance with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Juba Sudan

Basic Functions: The Public Health Specialist (Surveillance) is the HIV/AIDS survey and disease surveillance portfolio manager.

Job holder is the public health advisor responsible for providing technical expertise and assistance to the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other participating partners in the design, implementation and strengthening of routine disease surveillance systems and the conduct of large, complex surveys designed to measure HIV prevalence and other indicators of importance to evaluating the impact of HIV control programs.

Carrying out these functions requires public health technical knowledge, results-oriented data analysis, advocacy, and the ability to facilitate communication and maintain collaborative working relationships with partner organizations.

Job holder reports directly to the CDC Country Director and plays an active leadership role in the Mission’s PEPFAR Strategic Information (SI) Technical Working Group (TWG) and/or the Multisectored Technical Group.

This is a Full-time position at the FSN-11 /Basic pay $33,701.0 USD per year.

Qualifications:

Education: Masters {Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science Public Health (MSHP)} Degree or host country equivalent in public health, medicine, public health policy, epidemiology, demography, or behavioral science.

Work Experience: Five years of mid- to senior-level public health experience in the management and development of epidemiological surveillance and/or large scale surveys of HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, or care programs are required. One additional year of experience at the managerial level.

Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (Level IV)

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills to readily understand and discuss new surveillance program design;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills;
• Excellent overall computer skills and advanced skill levels in use of at least one of the more common epidemiologic data analysis software (EPINFO, STATA, SAS, or SPSS)

Deadline: Applications must be received not later than Sunday, May 01, 2011 at Embassy- Khartoum.

Go http://sudan.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html for full information on
required application procedures and documents.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

CDC Public Health Specialist Job in Kisumu Kenya

The United States Embassy – Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Kenya has a vacancy in Kisumu for Public Health Specialist (Associate Director for Programs).

Under the supervision of the Nyanza Branch Associate Director for Management, CDC in Kisumu, the Associate Director for Programs, Nyanza Branch supervises all technical HIV Program work in Nyanza Province for the Division of Global HIV/AIDS (DGHA), overseeing activities in four main program areas: HIV Treatment and Care, HIV Prevention, Laboratory, Blood Safety and Infection Control and Epidemiology, Surveillance and Informatics.

Additionally, the incumbent will participate in strategic planning and represent the DGHA Nyanza Branch at provincial, national, regional and international levels as requested. The general responsibilities of the position are to ensure that all activities contribute to the achievement of CDC DGHA-Kenya and national strategic goals and priorities.

Requirements:

Education: Medical qualification (MBchB, MBBS, or MD) is required. A Masters in
Medicine, Pediatrics, Public Health or other related field is required.

Work Experience:

• 5 – 7 years of experience is required. This to include:

1. HIV Technical experience of at least five years in the delivery of HIV services;
2. Public Health experience of at least five years in the management of HIV/AIDS service delivery in Africa or other developing countries, with emphasis on HIV/AIDS clinical management, including HAART, sexually transmitted infections, and tuberculosis;
3. Program Management of at least five years overseeing public health programs in Kenya.

• Must have at least five years of experience at a supervisory level. This is to include documented experience working with program managers and policy makers at high levels. Level IV (fluent) English ability and Level III Kiswahili are required.
• Must have advanced technical knowledge of epidemiology, behavioral science, and public health relevant to the African setting.
• Must have strong computer skills and be able to produce high-quality written reports and effectively use complex spreadsheets, database software packages and statistical software packages.
• Must have demonstrated ability to guide, motivate and lead a large and technically diverse staff in designing complex strategies and new programs at various sites; plan, coordinate, and prioritize complex activities in HIV programs.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should fill an Application for Employment Form found on: http://nairobi.usembassy.gov/root/pdfs/emplyform.pdf and submit their application together with a detailed CV, and supporting documentation e.g. certificates via mail before May 4, 2011 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
Public Health Professional Positions
P. O. Box 606
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

Public Health Specialist (Associate Director for Programs) Job in Kisumu - CDC Kenya

The United States Embassy – Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Kenya has a vacancy in Kisumu for Public Health Specialist (Associate Director for Programs).

Under the supervision of the Nyanza Branch Associate Director for Management, CDC in Kisumu, the Associate Director for Programs, Nyanza Branch supervises all technical HIV Program work in Nyanza Province for the Division of Global HIV/ AIDS (GAP), overseeing activities in four main program areas: HIV Treatment and Care, HIV Prevention, Laboratory, Blood Safety and Infection Control and Epidemiology, Surveillance and Informatics.

Additionally, the incumbent will participate in strategic planning and represent the GAP Nyanza Branch at provincial, national, regional and international levels as requested.

The general responsibilities of the position are to ensure that all activities contribute to the achievement of CDC GAP-Kenya and national strategic goals and priorities.

Requirements: Education: Medical qualification (MBchB, MBBS, or MD) is required. A Masters in Medicine, Pediatrics, Public Health or other related field is required.

Work Experience: 5 – 7 years of experience is required.

This to include:

   1. HIV Technical experience of at least five years in the delivery of HIV services;
   2. Public Health experience of at least five years in the management of HIV/AIDS service delivery in Africa or other developing countries, with emphasis on HIV/AIDS clinical management, including HAART, sexually transmitted infections, and tuberculosis;
   3. Program Management of at least five years overseeing public health programs in Kenya.

Must have at least five years of experience at a supervisory level.

    * This is to include documented experience working with program managers and policy makers at high levels.
    * Level IV (fluent) English ability and Level III Kiswahili are required.
    * Must have advanced technical knowledge of epidemiology, behavioral science, and public health relevant to the African setting.
    * Must have strong computer skills and be able to produce high-quality written reports and effectively use complex spreadsheets, database software packages and statistical software packages.
    * Must have demonstrated ability to guide, motivate and lead a large and technically diverse staff in designing complex strategies and new programs at various sites; plan, coordinate, and prioritize complex activities in HIV programs.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed CV and all relevant attachments via mail before December 9, 2010 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
Public Health Professional Positions
P. O. Box 606
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE