Nairobi Hospital Laboratory Services Manager Job in Kenya

Career Opportunity: Manager, Laboratory Services

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has an excellent career opportunity for an individual with a fine blend of leadership and technical skills. 

The position calls for a seasoned Laboratory Scientist with a proven leadership track record, a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, commitment to good patient outcomes and continual improvement.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will provide overall leadership of the Laboratory Services. Specific responsibilities include:

Providing effective leadership to the Laboratory team on all operational aspects of the unit including diagnostics and the patient service experience.Developing and maintaining effective channels of communication between the Laboratory, other clinical departments and all users of the Laboratory Services.Managing and organising all technical and operational activities of the Laboratory to ensure accurate diagnosis for treatment of patients.Defining and facilitating the implementation of high standards of quality.Reviewing the technical performance of test procedures.Preparing and managing Laboratory budget.Providing adequate linkages with Consulting Doctors, Pathologists and Scientists.Facilitating research and development.Qualifications, Skills and Experience:Master of Science in Laboratory Medicine or related fieldPhD will be an added advantageContinuing Medical Education in sub-specialities in Laboratory Medicine10 years progressive working experience in Laboratory ManagementProven leadership skillsAbility to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionalsIf your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi  – 00100 
To be received not later than 27th December 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Nairobi Hospital Laboratory Services Manager Job in Kenya

Career Opportunity: Manager, Laboratory Services

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has an excellent career opportunity for an individual with a ?ne blend of leadership and technical skills. 

The position calls for a seasoned Laboratory Scientist with a proven leadership track record, a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, commitment to good patient outcomes and continual improvement.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Of?cer, the successful candidate will provide overall leadership of the Laboratory Services. 
Speci?c responsibilities include:Providing effective leadership to the Laboratory team on all operational aspects of the unit including diagnostics and the patient service experience.Developing and maintaining effective channels of communication between the Laboratory, other clinical departments and all users of the Laboratory Services.Managing and organising all technical and operational activities of the Laboratory to ensure accurate diagnosis for treatment of patients. De?ning and facilitating the implementation of high standards of quality.Reviewing the technical performance of test procedures.Preparing and managing Laboratory budget.Providing adequate linkages with Consulting Doctors, Pathologists and Scientists.Facilitating research and development.Quali?cations, Skills and Experience:Master of Science in Laboratory Medicine or related ?eldPhD will be an added advantage Continuing Medical Education in sub-specialities in Laboratory Medicine10 years progressive working experience in Laboratory ManagementProven leadership skillsAbility to effectively in?uence support from and add value to a wide range of professionalsIf your background, experience and competence match the above speci?cations, please send us your application quoting the reference. Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 
To be received not later than 27th December 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Laboratory and Allied Accounts Assistant Job in Kenya

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of an Accounts AssistantCPA Holder Must have done Sage from stage 1 to 6  preferably from ICDLAt least 2 years working experience using Sage SoftwareKindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials through email to hr@laballied.com clearly indicating the position in the subject line.
Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.

OGRA Foundation Laboratory Technologist Job in Kisumu Kenya

OGRA Foundation is a tax-exempt Kenyan Non-governmental Organization founded in 2000 as a youth development group.In 2005 it was elevated to a full-fledged NGO to enable it expand its reach within Nyanza Province. Today it is one of Western Kenya’s leading Medical emergency and relief Organization active in 2 counties, namely Kisumu and Homa-bay.
OGRA Foundation is currently looking for able professional to fill the following position in the organization:
 The Laboratory Technologist will provide accurate, timely and cost effective testing of patient samples to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease in compliance and harmony with the quality laboratory system.Ensuring all Laboratory equipments are in good condition before starting the day’s workEnsuring availability and optimum utilization of reagents for cost effectivenessProducing timely and accurate in line with laboratory proceduresBilling all procedures to capture revenueDocumenting all processes and results to ensure availability of supportive informationImplementing all set stock control procedures to ensure accountabilityEnsure Superior Customer Experience to all internal and external clientsMaintain positive working relationship with the facility staff and other organisation personnelAt least 2 years experience Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a board recognized institution Registration with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technologist and Technicians BoardShould be ready and able to work in a rural set up.Interested applicants are invited to send their applications detailing current and expected salary and a CV with contact details of three referees to the:

Human Resource Manager
OGRA Foundation
P.O. Box 3050-40100
Kisumu 

(clearly marking the application with position applied for.)

Applications can also be emailed to info@ografoundation.org with the position applied for as the subject line by Friday, 12th July 2013.

Canvassing by applicant is strongly discouraged.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

OGRA Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

APHL Laboratory Information System Specialist Job in Kenya

Laboratory Information System Specialist
The Association of Public Health laboratories (APHL) is a non-profit international organization recognized for public health laboratory practice and management in laboratory programs.

The above mentioned specialist will be based in Kenya and perform activities in the East Africa region with the majority of activities being in Kenya.

The specialist will provide and coordinate technical assistance on laboratory information systems (LIS) under the APHL cooperative agreement with the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A consultant contract is offered on a full-time basis for one (1) year renewable subject to funding with the first contract for the remainder of the current fiscal year ending 29 September 2013.

Contract pay is based on experience and education qualifications, and APHL standard rates for the work responsibilities.

Management of the project to assure laboratories needs are met and its operation is reliable and effective.NOTE: Full description of the position will be emailed to the applicantsBachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or an acceptable related field.Education and experience in a clinical diagnostic laboratory will be advantageous.Demonstrable Software Development experiencePrevious work on LIS is an advantageAt least 3 years related work experience.Demonstrate experience in implementation with Oracle/MS SQL DatabasesKnowledge of database architecture and design including web design, development and maintenance.Ability to code software according to published standards and design guidelines.Flexible attitude, organized, good documentation skills, reliable, works well in a team, ability to work under minimal supervision.Application MUST include the following:Letter of ApplicationCurrent curriculum vitae with telephone number and e-mail addressNames of (3) referees with contact telephone numbers and email addressApplications are due no later than 3rd/7/2013.Email to; Faith Chepkemoi
Email: fchepkemoi@aphls.com

Laboratory Technologist

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The Diocese of Lodwar invites applications from experienced persons to fill a vacancy as LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (1 post)

Position: LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
Project: Medical Department
Reporting to: Health Unit Administrator
Duty Station: Lokori Health Care, Turkana County
Issue date: 20th June, 2013
Closing date: 27th June, 2013

Position Summary
Assist in the coordination of laboratory activities. Provide accurate, timely and cost effective testing of patient samples to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease in compliance and harmony with the quality management system.

Duties and Responsibilities
? Performs a variety of technical laboratory procedures according to medical center, laboratory and national standards to obtain patient specimens, to ensure specimens quality used to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
? Responsible for accurately completing records and reports and other statistical information for master files or databases.
? Complies with laboratory safety procedures, possesses adequate knowledge of instrumentation, theory and application of new and existing tests
? Maintains positive working relationship with the medical staff and hospital personnel.
? Assumes responsibility to resolve problems. Performs required preventive maintenance process.
? Carry out laboratory investigation to inpatient and outpatient clients.
? Perform any other duties which may be required from time to time.

Qualifications
? Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology
? Must be registered under the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board (KMLTTB)
? 1 – 3 years experience in a busy hospital set up
? Good clinical laboratory practices/infection control certificate
? A recommendation letter from the parish priest

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit application, attach Cover Letter, Curriculum
Vitae and copies of testimonials, day time contact with three referees preferably by using below address. Send application to: The Human Resource Officer, Diocese of LODWAR, P.O. Box 101 (30500), LODWAR (Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted) Diocese of Lodwar (DOL) has a Code of Conduct and a Child Protection policy to ensure the maximum protection of Diocesan staff and Children
from abuse and exploitation. Any candidate offered a job with DOL will be expected to sign the Diocesan Child Protection policy and the Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and conduct themselves in accordance with the provision in these two documents.

KESREF Extension Scientist, Assistant Laboratory Technologist, ICT Officer and Supply Chain Management Officer Jobs in Kisumu Kenya

The Kenya Sugar Research Foundation (KESREF) is a State Corporation in the Ministry of Agriculture, with its headquarters at Kibos, off Kisumu-Miwani Road. KESREF is mandated to develop and disseminate appropriate technologies for enhanced productivity, value addition and competitiveness of the Kenyan Sugar Sub-sector.
The Foundation wishes to recruit qualified and experienced individuals to the following vacant positions on a temporary twelve (12) months period:
Salary Scale:- Ksh 63782 x 3189 - 66971 x 3349 - 70320 x 3516 -73836 x 3691 - 77527 x 3877 - 81404 p.m.
 Initiate and implement extension projects; design, establish and manage trials; collect, compile and analyse data from extension experiments; compile and generate extension reports; supervise and manage resources; plan intervention measures; prepare scientific and technical reports; offer training and advisory services, prepare and communicate extension findings.For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following;Have a Masters Degree in the relevant field from a recognized UniversityThree (3) years experience in extension work,Demonstrated ability and shown merit in work performance and results;Good communication and interpersonal skills;Good analytical and leadership skills;Be a result oriented team player;Possess Computer application skills.2. Assistant Laboratory Technologist II Re: ALT/REC/ TEMP/ 02/13-(One Post)
Salary Scale: - Ksh 50670x1150-55270x1240-57730x1300-60330 p.m.
Collection and maintenance of laboratory records; indexing and processing experimental data; performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations; carrying out analytical and diagnostic tests; ensuring safety procedures are adhered to.
 For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following;Bachelors degree in Chemistry or relevant discipline from a recognized institutionPossess good communication and interpersonal skillsGood analytical skillsBe a result oriented team playerPossess Computer application skills3. Information Communication and Technology Officer IIISalary Scale: - Ksh 50670x1150-55270x1240-57730x1300-60330 p.m.
 Respond to client problem calls from 1st Line Support Officers and the Helpdesk; troubleshoot and resolve simple ICT hardware, Office and System software, and Business Application problems; forward unresolved problems to 3rd Line Support Officers; carry out simple preventive maintenance on specialised ICT equipment including switches, routers, and access points; carry out performance tuning on system software of personal computers; carry out back-up on user computers.For appointment to this grade a candidate must have the following;Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communication Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution;Professional Certification in the following areas: Systems Administration; Application Development; Hardware Administration; Network Administration; User Support; Information Security; Electronics;Possess good communication and interpersonal skillsGood analytical skillsBe a result oriented team player4. Supply Chain Management Officer IIISalary Scale: - Ksh 50670x1150-55270x1240-57730x1300-60330 p.m.
Carry out stock taking reconciliations; prepare and maintain records; provide guidance and advice to Officers working under him/her; prepare periodic and annual supply chain management reports; monitor the movement of stores; and recommending requisition when stocks approach reorder level; prepare procurement documents; evaluate and conduct cost/quality comparisons for good/services from suppliers; ensure compliance with procurement manual; consolidate procurement requisitions; compile specifications for user requirements; provide secretariat services to the procurement, evaluation, tender opening, inspection and acceptance committees.
 For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have the following:-Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution; ORBachelors degree and a Post Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution;Computer applications skills;Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management;Good communication and interpersonal skillsGood analytical skillsBe a result oriented team playerInterested candidates for any of the above positions who meet the requirements may send their applications with the reference number clearly stated on the envelop and letter of application and detailed curriculum vitae containing current as well as expected remunerations, names and addresses of three referees and day time telephone contact, with copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:
The Director
Kenya Sugar Research Foundation
P. O. Box 44-40100
Kisumu
So as to reach him not later than 4.00 pm on -21st June 2013
KESREF is an equal opportunity employer.
Please Note that Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.