Head of Department (Paediatrics &
Child Health)
Director (Training, Research & Innovation)
DCPCH/KUTRRH/4 Re-advertisement
Purpose Of The
Job
Reporting to the Assistant
Director-Medical Services, the Chief Paediatrician job exists to coordinate and
provide paediatric services, coordinate paediatric surgery research and
training, and advise the hospital and public on the same at KUTRRH.
Responsibilities
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Plan for all paediatric services and
resources in the paediatric unit of the hospital in collaboration with KU’s
Paediatric Department, participate in and contribute to the overall strategic
planning of the hospital.
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Ensure and coordinate the
implementation of the hospital’s strategic plan in the paediatric unit within
the framework of the vision, mission and culture of the hospital and other
national and international healthcare frameworks.
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Chair and act as the contact person
in the paediatric unit’s clinical referral, research and training matters and
in the hospital.
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Participate in the recruitment
processes for paediatricians in the hospital.
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Coordinate and provide paediatric
services and services delivery in the paediatric unit of the hospital ensuring
that they meet the expected standards of quality, quantity and compliance.
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Coordinate paediatric referral
services within and without the hospital according to the paediatric services
needs in collaboration with other hospital sections and units and within the
framework of the hospital and national referral policies.
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Supervise paediatric staff together
with their services, in the paediatric unit of the hospital to ensure that they
offer timely paediatric services within the expected standards of quantity and
quantity complying with the established ethics and regulations.
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Ensure and coordinate continuous
training and development of paediatric staff for their effective and efficient
performance and productivity.
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Coordinate and provide paediatric
research and training within the paediatric unit of the hospital as well as
ensuring collaboration and cooperation with other departments
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Offer specialised paediatric
services’ advice to the hospital management and other sections/units and the
general public in the appropriate media.
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Work with other medical specialists
to solve single or multiple medical issue (s) or perform extensive surgery,
when required in the hospital.
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Monitor and evaluate progress and
achievement of the paediatric services, research and training programs in the
hospital, and prepare and disseminate periodic reports appropriately
Qualifications
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Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from
a recognized institution
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Master of Medicine in Paediatrics
from a recognized institution
Minimum level of knowledge required
for the job:
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Computer literate
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Knowledge of relevant legislations
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Knowledge of professional standards
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Track record of clinical research and
training in a reputable institution
Minimum level of professional
qualification required to perform effectively in the role:
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Registration with the Kenya Medical
Practitioners and Dentists Board
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Valid Practice License
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Professional Insurance Indemnity
Cover
Soft skills required for the job:
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Communication skills
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Leadership skills
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Organizational skills
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Observation skills
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Analytical skills
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Compassionate
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Supervisory skills
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Ability to work under pressure
Relevant Work Experience Required
Minimum number of years of experience
the jobholder is required to have to be appointed to the position:
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At least three years’ experience as a
Senior Paediatrician, two of which should be as a Head of Department in a
reputable hospital.
Corporation Secretary
(BMS/KUTRRH/3) – Re-advertisement
Purpose Of The
Job
Reporting to the CEO, the Corporate
Secretary job exists to ensure the integrity of governance framework, efficient
administration, compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements,
implement Board decisions and provide legal advice at KUTRRH.
Responsibilities
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Plan for all human and non-human
resources required in running the affairs of the hospital board secretariat in
the hospital.
·
Provide expert advice to the Board in
respect of current legislations, corporate governance best practice
requirements, role of directors, ethical standards, board reporting obligations
and proper meetings procedure in the hospital.
·
Prepare and review Board and
Committee charters, policies and procedures and ensure adherence to same and
other emerging governance policies and procedures in the hospital.
·
Arrange Board and Board Committees’
meetings and functions, set agendas, compile and circulate papers, attend
meetings, and take minutes, andinitiate and direct action to give practical
effect to decisions and actions arising out of meetings in the hospital.
·
Manage the hospital board secretariat
together with its assets such as the company seal, registration certificate and
other legal documents and other resources and business in the hospital.
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Manage and respond to correspondence
directed to the Board, theChair and other Board Members in the hospital.
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Maintain the Board’s online
information-sharing portal by ensuring effective and efficient information
flows: – within the Board; – from the Board to its Committees and from the
Committees to the Board; and – between the Board and the Executive, and record
declarations/conflicts of interest of Board Members in the hospital.
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Maintain other records relevant to
the Board and its operations withinand without the hospital.
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Facilitate the recruitment and
induction of new Board Members in the hospital.
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Develop and maintain strategic
relationships with key internal and external stakeholders such as the hospital
executive committee, Ministryof health, ministry of education and the ministry
of finance, and other governmental and non-governmental and private sector
strategic partners to the hospital.
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Advise the organization on the legal
aspects of day-to-day administrative matters and also provide legal
opinion/advise on industrial development matters.
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Represent the organization in all
issues requiring legal address-claims, defamation, legal suits etc.
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Coordinate legal activities within
the hospital (in Preparation of the organization legal documentations,
chargers’ leases, incubation agreements discharge, liaise with external lawyers
for specified matters etc.)
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Perform other secretarial duties as
reasonably required by the Chair and other Board Members from time to time.
Qualifications
Minimum levelof
academicqualificationsrequired to perform effectively in the role:
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Bachelors of Law from a recognized
institution
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Master’s Degree in Law or Social
Sciences, MBA or related course will be an added advantage
Professional qualifications required
to effectively perform in the role:
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Post Graduate Diploma in law from the
Kenya School of Law
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Member of the Law Society of Kenya
with current practicing certificate
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Certified Public Secretary
Minimum level of knowledge required
for the job
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Computer literate
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Excellent knowledge of the State
Corporation Act
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Excellent knowledge of the Mwongozo
Code of Governance for State Corporations
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Knowledge of professional standards
Soft skills required for the job:
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Communication skills
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Interpersonal skills
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Organizational skills
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Listening skills
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Analytical skills
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Courageous
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Patient and resilient
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Ability to work under pressure
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Ability to observe high level
confidentiality
Relevant Work Experience Required
Minimum number of years of experience
the jobholder isrequired to have to be appointed to the position:
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At least 10 years’ working experience
with 5 in managerial capacity alongside being a practicing Advocate of the High
Court of Kenya in the Public Service or Private Sector
Director (Training, Research & Innovation)
DRTRI/KUTRRH/2 RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Purpose Of The Job
Reporting to the CEO, The Director Training, Research, and
innovation will ensure strategic leadership in formulation and implementation
of research and planning policies, systems and procedures at KUTRRH.
Responsibilities
Leadership
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Sit as member of the hospital management
committee.
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Head the Training, Research and
innovation Directorate.
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Coordinate the development and
implementation of research strategy, policies, systems and procedures.
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Ensure the effective dissemination of
research findings to relevant partners and Stakeholders.
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Spearhead and coordinate the
organization’s research assignments.
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Collating and analyzing
macro-economic, socio-economic and fiscal data.
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Determine the most appropriate route
for commercialization and progress the development of innovative services.
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Oversee objective research and
analysis on budget implementation policy.
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Develop a network of contacts within
professional healthcare organizations, other institutions of higher learning
within Kenya, the Region and globally
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Ensure all staff engaged in clinical
research are appropriately trained, qualified and where appropriate, assure
information is available for medical staff to include information within
appraisals.
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To produce an annual report detailing
all research activity, income and output.
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To ensure the completion and
reporting of studies conducted in the organization.
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Develop and deliver an international
strategy which builds upon foundations around the world and identify new
opportunities to work in partnership that furthers the professional and
commercial ambitions of the hospital.
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Ensure training resources are readily
accessible to trainees as per accreditation guidelines.
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Develop suitable programs for the
development of clinical and broader based professional skills covering the
subjects laid down in the training program curriculum and utilize a range of
evaluation strategies in the continuous improvement of both formal and informal
education programs.
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Carry out market research and market
entry feasibility studies in support of the assessment of the clinical or
commercialization potential of innovation.
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Develop collaboration agreements to
support the commercialization of innovation.
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Provide a prospective training
program for the trainees
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Ensure the process for Intellectual
Property is fulfilled for all innovations within the hospital
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Help researchers and innovators on
developing business cases
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Support researchers in budget
management
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Grant identification and grant
proposal writing.
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Support researchers on research
dissemination
Qualifications
Minimum level of academic qualifications required to perform
effectively in the role:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Science,
Education, Social Sciences or related field from a recognized Institution
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Master’s Degree in Science,
Education, Social Sciences or related field from a recognized Institution.
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PhD in a relevant area
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MBA will be an added advantage
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Senior Management Course not lasting
less than 6 weeks
Minimum level of knowledge required for the job (evidence
required):
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Possesses skills in Research,
Innovation and Project Management.
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Knowledge of fundraising and grant
writing techniques (number and amount)
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Knowledge of writing scientific
proposals and papers
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Knowledge of Budget Management
Soft skills required for the job:
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Communication skills
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Team Management skills
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Analytical thinking skills
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Problem solving skills
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Organizational skills
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Decision Making skills
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Compassionate
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Organizational skills
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Ability to work under pressure
Relevant Work Experience Required
Minimum number years of experience the jobholder is required to
have to be appointed to the position:
·
At least ten year’s working
experience at a Senior Management level in training, research and innovation
How to Apply
If your background and competencies match the specifications of
any of the posts above, we encourage applicants to apply online here or send
hard copies of your Application Letter, CV, and Filled Application Form and
address to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital
P.O Box 7674 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi Kenya
