Humanities / Social Sciences Project Researchers - European Research Council Project at Kenyatta University

3 full-time Project Researchers in Humanities/Social Sciences required for a 5-year European Research Council project at Kenyatta University
This is an exciting opportunity for outstanding, ambitious researchers in the humanities and social sciences to work as part of a large research team on an international Cultural Studies project. The project has received research funding from the European Union.
Three Project Researchers in (1) Public Health, Urban Sociology and/or the Environment; (2) Media and Communications; (3) Education are required to generate data and reports for a European Research Council (ERC) project on ‘The Cultural Politics of Dirt in Africa, 1880-present’. This five-year project follows four key themes—colonialism, the environment, sexuality and ethnicity—and examines everyday urban practices in Nairobi and Lagos, with particular attention to the ways in which urban encounters and identities are represented and interpreted through English and local-language categories denoting dirt.

Three teams of researchers—one in the UK, one in Lagos and one in Nairobi—will conduct interviews, gather data, and undertake media studies and content analyses in a variety of urban settings. The successful candidate for each post described below must be an outstanding researcher with a proven track record of excellence within their discipline. He/she will require exceptional organisational, communication and research skills, and he/she must be able to meet strict fortnightly project deadlines. The post brings opportunities for travel and professional training in the UK.
Duration: to be appointed and employed full-time from 1st January 2014 to 31st August 2017, and half-time from 1st September 2017 to 31st August 2018.
Salary range: Details to be discussed during the interviews, second week of January, 2014.The appointment is for a fixed-term contract for four years full time and one year (Year 5) half time starting 1st February, 2014.
Closing date for applications is 21st December 2013 and successful candidates will be contacted by 30th December 2013. Contact dirtpol@sussex.ac.uk for the full project description. Application letters should be sent to the same address.
The European Union is not liable for any use that may be made of the information contained in this document.

NUANCE General Manager (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) Job in Nairobi Kenya

General Manager (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport)
As a leading travel retailer, NUANCE operates over 300 outlets spanning 64 locations in 19 countries and territories across the globe. In addition to an extensive portfolio of duty and tax-free stores, brand boutiques and concept stores, the Group also provides in-flight services and operates a wholesale and distribution business, supporting the travel retail sector. Headquartered in Zurich, NUANCE employs more than 5,400 people worldwide.

NUANCE is seeking to recruit a General Manager whose main role will be to develop and lead an efficient retail organisation according to the needs of the company market and customer. Achieve defined objectives and EBIT budget. Build up and manage relationships with key business contacts. Identify new commercial opportunities to grow existing business.
Specific responsibilities will include:Entrepreneurial: understand the commercial implications and provide a business-oriented organizational structure; develop and maintain relationships with all key contacts; identify new market opportunities and contribute in new ideas and concepts to increase business success.Leadership: provide directions; transmit and assure Group values; coach, motivate and form staff through the organization; act to reduce uncertainty in the work environment; information-management and regular appraisals; responsibility for staff engagements and dismissals.Operational: define with the Board of Directors business objectives and apply the appropriate actions; guarantee an optimal business and customers oriented environment; set up and plan the organization and resources to achieve objectives.Finances: budget planning; realization of the budgeted targets and observance of the budgeted operational costs; supervision and analysis of the financial issues, interpretation of the data; acting to reduce unnecessary charges.Merchandise: control assortment, margins, marketing support and goods presentation; supervise the availability of goods and stock rotation; assist the Buying Director in negotiations with suppliers to achieve commercial success.Management at local level; verification that all legal aspects and security obligations are respected.Key specifications

Education / further education (Apprenticeship, University, other, etc):

Business Administration degree or equivalentSpecialised training in Retail Management is an added advantageExpert know-how (product, industry, process etc.):Sales & MerchandisingBusiness Financial requirementsCustoms and Tax proceedingsExtensive SAP knowledge, IT knowledgeFinancial Planning & Budget knowledgeLocal Labour legislationExperience in Travel Retail BusinessPersonal specification (soft skills):Strong management skillsStrong negotiation skillsStrong coaching skillsDetailed and process focusedDelivering results (Planning and executing for success)Leading change (Initiating and directing transitions)Creating a compelling vision (Determining a winning direction)Communicating with impact (Inspiring and influencing with emotional awareness)Fostering teamwork (Collaborating to build effective relationships)Facilitating development (Nurturing the growth of self and others)Leading from within (Being yourself and taking a lead in your own life)Agile thinking (Engaging different thinking modes)An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the position’s responsibilities will be negotiated with the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for this role, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts and quoting the reference number (Ref.: NUANCE/JKIA/01/13) as the email header.
To be considered, your application via email must be received by 13 December, 2013 addressed to:
The Recruiter
Jcl.resourcing@gmail.com

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) Chief Executive Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) was established in 1901 – Its mandate as stated in Legal Notice No.109 of 1987 is to provide specialized healthcare, facilitate training and research and participate in National Health Planning and Policy for the benefit of the nation and the region at large. KNH has grown from its humble beginnings since 1901 to become the largest (2,000 Bed capacity) teaching and referral hospital in the East and Central African region. The Hospital’s Vision is “to be a world class referral hospital in the provision of innovative and specialized healthcare”, and its mission is “to provide accessible specialized quality healthcare, facilitate
medical training, research, participate in national health planning and policy.
The KNH Board of Management invites applications from suitably qualified candidates with strong leadership and transformational qualities to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer.
 Reporting to the Board of Management, the Chief Executive Officer will be the Accounting Officer and Secretary to the Board, and will among other duties be responsible for the following:-Provision of visionary leadership and direction to the organization and to ensure that hospital mandates and policies are implemented fully and effectively in line with the Strategic Plan.Formulation of strategies and business plans, lead teams for high performance and innovation.To ensure prudent management of resources for the achievement of the Hospital’s mandate and strategic objectives.To ensure that the Hospital’s Strategic Plans are implemented timely, the Performance Contract objectives and targets are negotiated, achieved and reported in time and the Annual Operational Plans and budgets prepared and submitted in compliance with statutory requirements.To oversee and direct the development and implementation of the Hospital’s strategic initiatives and capacity building in line with goals and aspirations of Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the National Health Sector Strategic Plans.To provide transformational leadership of KNH to cope with citizens expectations in line with the constitution of Kenya.To initiate, establish, strengthen and oversee inter-institutional collaborations and Strategic partnerships for the realization of the Hospital’s mandate and strategic objectives.To ensure that the Hospital’s staff remains motivated to discharge their responsibilities effectively and efficiently, and in compliance with human resource management policies and practices.To establish and sustain effective relationships with the Board of Management, the Government, parent Ministry, and other stakeholders.To promote a culture of compliance with regulations, statutory requirements, good corporate governance principles and best practices in the Hospital.To perform any other responsibilities as determined and deemed necessary by the Board of Management, in line with the Hospital’s mandate.The candidate aspiring for the post of Chief Executive Officer shall have a postgraduate degree (Masters or Doctorate) in management discipline or other related field from a recognized University.At least 10 years relevant work experience, 5 of which must be at senior level in a large organization.Must meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.Be computer proficient.Must be an advocate for high quality healthcare standards.Strategic Leadership and Health Systems Management (HSM) from a recognized training institution will be an added advantage.Public Finance Management Act, 2012.Policy development and formulation.Quality assurance within a hospital context.Analytical and project evaluation.People management and empowerment.Human resource planning and strategies.Communication and presentation skills.Conflict management.Client orientation and customer care.Demonstrated experience in turn around and change management.Willingness to work under changing and difficult circumstances.Driven by a sense of urgency to meet deadlines.Client focused organizational development strategies.The successful candidate will be engaged on a three (3) year contract renewable subject to acceptable
performance. Highly attractive Salary package commensurate with the competencies will be offered to the successful candidate.
 Suitably qualified candidates should submit ten (10) copies of applications together with updated curriculum vitae, certified true copies of certificates and current remuneration pay slips. In addition, candidate must provide clearance certificates from Kenya Revenue Authority, Higher Education Loans Board, Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission and a certificate of good conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department. Provide day time telephone contacts and names of three (3) referees [one of whom must be current/last employer who should be in a position to attest to the positions held by the candidate in the organization and managerial abilities as well as moral character and integrity]. Applications submitted by facsimile/e-mails shall not be accepted.
Applications should be forwarded to the following address not later than Wednesday 31stJuly, 2013 Quoting Ref No: KNH/BOM/CEO/2013 on the envelope.
Chairperson
Board of Management
Kenyatta National Hospital
Administration Block 1st Floor
P.O. Box 20723, 00202, NB: Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Kenyatta National Hospital Lifecourse Project Research Project Physician Job in Mombasa Kenya

Lifecourse Project

Employment Opportunity

Lifecourse Study is a project on adherence to antiretroviral medication based in Kenyatta National Hospital wishes to recruit for the position outlined below in one of their sites in Mombasa.  

The terms of employment are for 1 year renewable contract based on performance.

Research Project Physician (Mombasa)

1 Post

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine (MBChB or equivalent) from a recognized institution, and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board. 

They must also have training and certification in Human Subjects Protection and Good Clinical Practice. A minimum of one (1) year of work in human subjects research, including management of clinical trials with external monitoring, is required. Applicants must also have experience with pelvic speculum examinations, collection of specimens for STI diagnosis, and management of STIs according to both syndromic guidelines and directed treatment based on diagnostics. Experience with antiretroviral therapy initiation, continuation, and regimen switching is also required.

The successful applicant will be responsible for clinical care of patients, supervision of clinic staff, collection and analysis of data, coordination of external monitoring visits, presentation of results at conferences, and writing of research papers. 

S/he must be able to work with minimal supervision and be ready to work long hours when necessary.

Send application documents as an attachment to Lifecoursestudy@gmail.com.  

They should include:

1. Application letter addressed to Principal Investigator, Lifecourse Study, Kenyatta National Hospital

2. Complete CV with 2 referees indicating their daytime telephone and e mail contacts.
3. Scanned copies of relevant certificates

To reach us not later than 08th July 2013.