FHI 360 is a nonprofit human
development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by
advancing integrated, locally driven solutions.
Our staff includes experts in Health,
Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society,
Gender, Youth, Research and Technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities
to address today’s interrelated development challenges.
FHI 360 is seeking qualified
candidates for the below positions.
Finance Officer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job / Requisition ID: 16823
Basic Function: The Finance Officer is responsible to give
financial and accounting management support to the CDC Kenya project in
accordance with requirements of FHI 360 and its funding agencies in
coordination with the Principal Investigator, CDC Kenya project.
Minimum Requirements Standards:
- University degree in commerce or business
accounting with 3-5 years of progressive working experience in similar
environment with adequate exposure to project accounting, financial
management including budgeting, grants and contracts or Master’s degree in
relevant field with 1-3 years’ experience.
- CPA (K) will be an added advantage.
- Strong experience in grants and contracts is a
must.
- A good command of oral and written English
language.
- Experience working with an international
organization will be an added advantage.
Laboratory Specialist
Location: Nakuru, Kenya
Job/Requisition ID: 16842
Basic Function:
- Provides laboratory technical assistance,
capacity building, training, and quality assurance services to clinical
laboratories serving, FHI 360 research and public health programs.
- In addition, provides these same services to
third-party funded programs.
- Prepares laboratory procedures and manuals and
trains staff in their use.
- Prepares reports and supports the followup of
technical assistance and assessment visits to include corrective actions
and capacity building initiatives.
Minimum Requirements Standards:
- Degree in biological science or laboratory
sciences within a clinical or diagnostic discipline or Higher National
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent with 5-7 years of
experience.
- At least four years related work experience
within a clinical or research laboratory including experience with
laboratory quality control and quality assurance systems and
implementation as well as SLMTA/SLIPTA.
- Supervisory experience is preferred.
- Ability and aptitude to provide laboratory
technical assistance and capacity building services and to perform quality
assurance assessments against accepted national and international
standards and regulations.
- Demonstrated creative problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication
skills including experience in training and mentoring staff and others.
- Ability to travel within Kenya or other
countries in Africa for up 60% of the time.
How to Apply
FHI 360 has a competitive
compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.
Interested candidates are encouraged
to register online through FHI 360’s Career Center https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com
Key in the Job/Requisition ID where a
detailed Job description will be availed.
Alternatively you can apply via email
to: Kenya-HR@fhi360.org
Please specify source in your
application and quote the Job/Requisition ID provided on the subject line while
sending your application, CV/resume including salary requirements, to be
received not later than April 21, 2016.
Kindly note that only shortlisted
persons will be contacted.
