The
Kenyatta National Hospital Management invites applications from qualified
candidates for the following position:
Medical
Specialist 1 - Radiology
Job
Group K3
1
Post
The
Medical Specialist I will be responsible to the Chief Medical Specialist / Head
of the respective Departments and will be expected to take full responsibility
for patients under his/her care.
Key
Responsibilities
- Performing
clinical procedures and making decisions on patients’ management in the
area of specialization.
- Conducting
regular Ward Rounds.
- Responding
to consultations from other clinical specialties.
- Conducting
specialist out-patient clinics.
- Participating
in assessment of patients as may be required by the Hospital Management.
- Participating
in research, teaching, training and supervising the performance of both
medical and non-medical staff as well as post-graduate students.
- Participating
in preparation of annual budgets for the department.
- Participate
in Administrative activities of the department.
Qualifications and Experience
- Masters
Degree in Medicine (MMed) in any of the above specialties from the
University of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
- At
least one sub-specialization.
- Proven
experience of not less than three (3) years at the level of Medical
Specialist II.
- Specialist
Recognition and retention Certificate from the Medical Practitioners and
Dentist Board of Kenya.
- Evidence
of research and at least two (2) professional publications in reputable
local or international journals on particular scientific
findings/practices in the relevant field.
Senior Assistant Director, Corporate
Support
Job Group K2
1 Post
The Senior Assistant Director,
Corporate Support Services will be responsible to the Deputy Director
(Administration & Finance) for the overall development, documentation, and
administration and implementation Hospital strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide the needed transformational leadership
of the division to cope with citizens expectations in line with the
Constitution of Kenya.
- Provide administrative direction to the heads
of department.
- Ensure provision of high standard of quality
service to the internal and external client.
- Ensure prudent management of resources for the
achievement of the division’s mandate and strategic objectives.
- Coordinate the preparation of budgets for the
division while ensuring proper utilization of allocated funds.
- Prepare periodic reports on the operations of
the Division as required by the management.
Qualifications
- Masters in Business Administration or Masters
of Science in a business related field from a recognized institution.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business related field
from a recognized institution.
- Proven experience for not less six (6) years
at Management level and three (3) years at Senior Management level in a
large organization.
- Demonstrated outstanding professional
competence, ability and integrity as reflected in work performance and
results.
Planning Manager
Job Group K3
1 Post
The Planning Manager will be
responsible to the Senior Assistant Director, Corporate Support Services for
the overall development, documentation, administration and implementation of
strategies in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting performance targets and ensuring that
they are achieved.
- Provision of professional advice to the
Hospital Management on all matters related to planning.
- Co-ordination of all hospital projects,
Performance Contracting activities & Carrying out of specific surveys
as may be required in the Hospital.
- Development of project proposals for funding
- Preparation of Hospital monthly/annual reports
and expenditure estimates and ensuring proper utilization of funds
allocated to the Department.
- Coordinating quality assurance activities in
the Department.
Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Economics, Statistics Health
planning or their equivalent qualifications from a recognized university.
- Degree in Economics, Statistics Health
planning or their equivalent qualifications from a recognized university.
- Proven experience for not less three (3) years
at the level of Deputy Planning Manager or its equivalent in a large
organization.
- Demonstrated outstanding professional
competence, ability and integrity as reflected in work performance and
results.
Medical Specialist II
Job Group K4
- Medicine (RIDD) (2 Posts),
Paediatrics (3 Posts), - Pathology (2 Posts),
- Neurology (1 Post) &
- Anaesthesia (1 Post)
The Medical Specialist II/I will be
responsible to the Chief Medical Specialist / Head of Department and will be
expected to take full responsibility for patients under his/her care.
Key Responsibilities
- Performing clinical procedures and making
decisions on patients’ management in the area of specialization.
- Conducting regular Ward Rounds.
- Responding to consultations from other
clinical specialties.
- Conducting specialist out-patient clinics.
- Participating in assessment of patients as may
be required by the Hospital Management.
- Participating in research, teaching, training
and supervising the performance of both medical and non-medical staff as
well as post-graduate students.
- Participating in preparation of annual budgets
for the department.
- Participate in Administrative activities of
the department.
- Participate in delivery of hospital strategic
plan and performance contract.
Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Medicine (MMed) /
Paediatrics / pathology /neurology / anaesthesia from the University
of Nairobi or any other recognized University.
- Must have retention Certificate from the
Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board of Kenya.
- Evidence of research and at least two (2)
professional publications in reputable local or international journals on
particular scientific findings / practices in the relevant field.
- Computer literate.
Medical Officer I
Job Group K6
22 Posts
The Medical Officer will be responsible to the Head of unit / Department deployed and will be expected to take full responsibility of patients under his care.
This is a full time engagement and it
will be on a three year renewal contract based on performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provision of quality emergency and ongoing
medical care.
- Provision of formal and informal training to
other health personnel.
- Carrying out and implementing research
projects in collaboration with Medical Specialists.
- Participating in management of supplies and
resources at the Accident and Emergency department.
- Participate in delivery of hospital strategic
plan and performance contract.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
(M.Bch.B) degree from a recognized university.
- One year (1) post internship.
- A current practicing license from the Medical
Practitioners and Dentists Board (Kenya).
- A current retention on certificate by Medical
Practitioners and Dentists Board (Kenya).
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac
Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) will be an added
advantage.
Chief Radiographer
Job Group K4
1 Post
The Chief Radiographer will be responsible to the Assistant Director, Radiology for effective provision of quality radiography services in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Headship of imaging services
- Implement policies and regulations on medical
imaging services in the hospital.
- Ensuring safety of Radiography equipments in
the department.
- Ensuring safe custody of radiographic and
photographic supplies in the hospital
- Preparation of the annual budget for the unit
and ensuring proper utilization of allocation funds.
- Supervision of junior and/or students on
attachment in the department.
Qualifications and Experience
- Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology or
equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography or
equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Proven experience of not less three (3) years
at the level of Assistant Chief Radiographer or an equivalent position in large
organization.
- Must be a member of a professional body
(Society of Radiography).
- Radiation Protection Board license.
- Degree in Radiography would be an added
advantage.
Laundry Manager
Job Group K5
1 Post
The Laundry Manager will be responsible to the SAD, Technical Services for the management, co-ordination and control of the laundry and tailoring services in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Establishing and maintaining procedures and
standards to ensure high quality laundry and tailoring services.
- Ensuring receipts, cleaning, distribution and
safe storage of linen and garments.
- Ensuring compliance to regulatory/statutory
regulations by all staff.
- Ensuring proper functioning and maintenance of
all laundry machines and other equipment in the unit.
- Preparation of the annual budget for the unit
and ensuring proper utilization of allocation funds.
- Overseeing the Inspection of fabrics, mending
and fabrication of specialized items.
- Preparation of reports on operations of the
Unit.
- Effective supervision, training and
development of staff in the Unit.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in either Hotel and catering
Management or Hotel and Hospitality management or its equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution.
- Attended senior Management course or a
Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution.
- Proven experience of not less than five (5)
years managing laundry services at a senior level in a large organization,
preferably a health institution.
- Training in Laundry and housekeeping is an
added advantage.
- Skills in the operation of laundry machinery
and equipment and in the use of soaps, bleaches and washing solutions.
- Computer literate.
Deputy Quality Assurance Manager
Job Group K5
1 Post
The Deputy Quality Assurance Manager
will be responsible to the Quality Assurance Manager for the implementation of
quality assurance programmes and ensuring that quality systems are maintained
in accordance with the ISO 9001:2008 Standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning and organizing programmes to ensure
delivery of quality services in the Hospital.
- Participating in preparation of annual budget
for the department and ensuring proper utilization of allocated funds.
- Preparation of reports on quality related matters
and activities in the Hospital.
- Participating in quality assurance research
activities.
- Effective supervision, training and
development of staff.
- Assist in the development, implementation plus
verification effectiveness of quality systems affecting all aspects of
Hospital operations.
- Responsible for reviewing & analyzing
data, in order to recognize trends as well as opportunities for
improvement/corrective action, by using process capability other
statistical or quality tools.
Qualifications and Experience
- Masters degree in Public Health or Health
management or its equivalent.
- Proven experience of at least three (3) years
in a managerial position in a large organization.
- Degree or post graduate certificate in Quality
Assurance will be an added advantage.
- At least two (2) years experience as lead
Auditor of quality management systems.
- Computer literate.
Senior Planning Officer
Job Group K5
1 Post
The Senior Planning Officer will be responsible to the Deputy Planning Manager for Planning for the overall development, documentation, administration and implementation of strategies in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Provision of professional advice to the
Hospital Management on all matters related to planning.
- Co-ordination of all hospital projects, Performance
Contracting activities & Carrying out of specific surveys as may be
required in the Hospital.
- Development of project proposals for funding.
- Preparation of Hospital monthly/annual reports
and expenditure estimates and ensuring proper utilization of funds
allocated to the Department.
- Coordinating quality assurance activities in
the Department.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in Economics/Statistics, Health
Economics or equivalent post graduate qualification from a recognized
university.
- Proven experience of not less three (3) years
at the level of Senior Economist II/Senior Statistician II (Senior
Planning Officer II) or equivalent position in a large organization.
- A proficient working knowledge of MS office
and other software i.e SPSS, STATA.
- Proven experience in health planning and a
working knowledge of the Balanced Scorecard will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrated outstanding professional
competence, ability and integrity as reflected in work performance and
results.
Chief Supply Chain Management Officer I
Job Group K5
1 Post
The Chief Supplies Chain Management Officer I will be responsible to the Supplies Chain Manager for ensuring timely availability of required materials, goods and services at the most competitive value and terms and stores management.
Key Responsibilities
- Purchasing and stores management.
- Preparation and implementation of procurement
and disposal plans
- Supervision and appraisal of staff in areas of
operation.
- Preparation of periodic reports to management
- Enforcement of regulations procedure, and
policies in supply chain function.
- Planning and coordinating the procurement/
stock control and /or warehousing functions
- Preparing of expenditure estimates
- Review and updating of existing procurement
regulations.
- Advising on appropriate stock levels, defects
and obsolescence.
Qualifications and Experience
- A University degree in Economics, Commerce or
Supply Chain Management.
- Possession of graduate diploma in supplies
management form chartered institute of purchasing and supplies (CIPS).
- At least three (3) years experience at a
management level in a large organization
- Must be a registered members of a recognized
body e.g KISM or MCIPS
- Must be conversant be conversant with Public
Procurement and Disposal Act and /or regulations
- Masters degree in procurement or supply chain
Management or its equivalent will be added advantage.
Deputy Chief Medical Social Worker
Job Group K5
1 Post
The Deputy Chief Medical Social Worker will be responsible to the Assistant Director (Medical Services) for the overall development, documentation, administration and implementation of strategies in the Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Co-ordinate policy on psychosocial programmes
in the hospital and community.
- Provision of professional advice to the
Hospital Management on all matters related to government policies on
rehabilitation and treatment of patients.
- Co-ordinate social work activities in the
wards and clinics.
- Place abandoned patients through networking
with other social support agencies.
- Preparation of the annual budget for the unit
and ensuring proper utilization of allocation funds.
- Plan and organize post care support.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in sociology from a
recognized University.
- Proven experience for not less three (3) years
at the level of Assistant Chief Medical Social Worker or its equivalent in
a large organization.
- Proficiency in computer packages.
- A Masters degree in Social work or related
field will be n added advantage
Deputy Chief Therapy Radiographer
Job Group K5
1 Post
The Deputy Chief Therapy Radiographer will be responsible to the Chief Therapy Radiographer for effective provision of quality therapy radiography services in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing, verifying and maintaining
information related to patients.
- Take charge of radiation medicine, equipment
and accessories.
- Maintaining and evaluating radiation safety in
the radiotherapy treatment, Simulation and nuclear medicine rooms.
- Radiotherapy treatment, simulation and
treatment planning for patients.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Therapy Radiography from
a recognized University
- Proven experience of not less three (3) years
at the level of Assistant Chief Therapy radiographer and has demonstrated
competency in the management of Radiation Therapy services for at least
three (3) years or an equivalent post in a Radiation Oncology
Establishment.
- Must be a member of a relevant professional
body (Society of Radiography).
- A Masters degree in Therapy Radiography will
be an added advantage.
Biomedical Technologist III
Job Group K10
1 Post
The Biomedical Technologist III will
be responsible to the Assistant Chief Engineer (Biomedical) for the
co-ordination of all biomedical services.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation and implementation of planned
preventive maintenance programmes.
- Repair of all medical equipment.
- Advising on technical aspects relating to
biomedical equipment.
- Preparing reports on operations of the Unit.
- Implementation of policy and quality assurance
standards.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Medical Engineering Technology from
a recognised institution.
- Proven experience of at least three (3) years
at the level of Medical Engineering Technologist or equivalent position in
a large organisation.
- Evidence of practical experience in spare
parts procurement procedures.
- Computer literate.
- A degree in Biomedical engineering or its
equivalent will be an added advantage
Chief Information Communications
Technology II (ICT)
Job Group K6
The Chief Information Communications
Technology I (ICT) will be responsible to the Manager, Information
Communications Technology for the overall development, documentation,
administration, implementation and maintenance of ICT installations and
strategies in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning, monitoring and evaluating ICT
program activities.
- Developing of ICT strategies and goals and
ensuring they are achieved.
- Management of database applications and
website development.
- Installation and maintenance of networks,
communications and technology.
- Preparation of ICT budget and reports on the
operation of the Unit.
- Ensuring that ICT projects are completed
within the planned time and budget.
- Liaising with users to ensure information
processing needs are met.
- Ensuring that procedures and standards are
adhered to.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in Computer Science or any
other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution.
- Professional certificate in at least one of
the following areas:-
- Microsoft Certified Engineering & Microsoft
Certified Professional
- Database Administration
- Systems Development
- Proven working experience of at least three
(3) years at a senior level in a large organization.
- Demonstrated professional ability, initiative
and competence in organizing and directing work.
Chief Security & Safety Services
Officer
Job Group K6
1 Post
The Chief Security and Safety
Services Officer will be responsible to the Security and Safety Services
Manager, for the overall deployment, Documentation, Administration and Implementation
of Security Strategies in the Hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementation of Hospital Security Policy,
standards, guidelines and procedures.
- Update departmental emergence procedures and
contingency planning;
- Coordinate implementation of security surveys
and threat assessment
- Facilitate corporate Security investigations
- Coaching and mentorship of staff
- Ensuring security of buildings, plants,
equipment, work environment and patients.
- Sensitize staff on workplace security and
safety.
- Implement departmental disciplinary
procedures.
Qualifications
- Higher Diploma in Criminology, Security
Management or related Field and/or
- Diploma in Criminology, Security Management or
related Field with Five years experience as a Security and Safety Services
Officer in the Hospital
- They must have shown proven Security
Management skills.
- Must be of high Integrity and Ethical Conduct.
- Must have ability to supervise staff and
organize routine security checks.
- Must have Crime Detection, Investigation and
Report writing skills.
- Must possess relevant Computer Skills, good
Communication and Supervisory Skills.
- Proven service as a Superintendent of Police
in the Kenya Police or in the rank of a Major in the Kenya Defence Forces
and a certificate in Health Systems Management or relevant field will be
an added advantages.
- Must be physically and mentally fit.
- Must possess a current Certificate of Good
Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations within six months
of the date of job application.
Senior Superintendent (Buildings)
Job Group K7
1 Post
1 Post
The Senior Superintendent (Buildings)
will be responsible to the Hospital Engineer for the planning and
implementation of building works.
Key Responsibilities
- Estimating costs of repairs.
- Monitoring and supervision of work in progress
on site.
- Participating in the preparation of monthly
progress returns on expenditure.
- Ensuring that proper specifications and
standards are maintained.
- Supervising any repairs, maintenance and/or
alterations being carried out on existing buildings.
- Auditing of quantities of materials required
for the job.
- Effective supervision, training and
development of staff.
Qualifications and Experience
- Higher Diploma in Building and Civil
Engineering from Kenya National Examinations Council or other approved
equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience of at least three (3) years
at the level of Superintendent I (Buildings) or its equivalent in a large
organization.
- Candidates who have the Ordinary National
Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering from the Kenya National
Examination Council or other approved equivalent qualifications and have
served for at least six (6) years in the grade of Superintendent
(Buildings), and have shown merit and ability in work performance will
also be considered.
- Training in Project/Contract Management.
- Registration with relevant professional body.
- Computer literate
Senior Superintendent (Buildings)
Job Group K7
1 Post
1 Post
The Senior Superintendent (Buildings)
will be responsible to the Hospital Engineer for the planning and implementation
of building works.
Key Responsibilities
- Estimating costs of repairs.
- Monitoring and supervision of work in progress
on site.
- Participating in the preparation of monthly
progress returns on expenditure.
- Ensuring that proper specifications and
standards are maintained.
- Supervising any repairs, maintenance and/or
alterations being carried out on existing buildings.
- Auditing of quantities of materials required
for the job.
- Effective supervision, training and
development of staff.
Qualifications and Experience
- Higher Diploma in Building and Civil
Engineering from Kenya National Examinations Council or other approved
equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience of at least three (3) years
at the level of Superintendent I (Buildings) or its equivalent in a large
organization.
- Candidates who have the Ordinary National
Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering from the Kenya National
Examination Council or other approved equivalent qualifications and have
served for at least six (6) years in the grade of Superintendent
(Buildings), and have shown merit and ability in work performance will
also be considered.
- Training in Project/Contract Management.
- Registration with relevant professional body.
- Computer literate
Orthopaedic Technologist III
Job Group K
10
1 Post
The Orthopaedic Technologist III will
be responsible to the Senior Orthopaedic Technologist for the efficient
delivery of support services in Orthopaedics.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Participating, planning and coordinating of
the Orthopaedic services.
- Ensuring proper utilization of materials,
supplies and equipment.
- Participating in assessing, measuring, making
and fitting of Orthopaedic appliances.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Orthopaedic Technology from a
recognized institution.
- Registration with a professional body
- At least three (3) years in a large
organization, preferably in a health-related organization or public
service.
Dental Technologist III
Job Group K10
1 Post
The Dental Technologists III will be
responsible to the Senior Dental Technologist for the management of dentistry
support services.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Planning, supervising and co-ordinating
dentistry services.
- Allocating duties and distributing staff to
various sections.
- Ensuring availability of supplies and
equipment for the unit.
- Participating in the making of dental
appliances.
- Participating in research and teaching of
students.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Dental Technology from a recognized
institution.
- Registration with a professional body.
- At least three (3) years in a large
organization, preferably in a health-related organization or public
service.
Pharmaceutical Technologist III
Job Group K10
1 Post
The Pharmaceutical Technologist
III/II will be responsible to the Senior Pharmaceutical Technologist for the
efficient delivery of Pharmaceutical services.
Specific duties will include:
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Participating in the compounding and
dispensing of medicine to patients in a satellite pharmacy.
- Ensuring proper utilization of supplies and
equipment.
- Ensuring safety of drugs to staff and
patients.
- Participating in research and teaching of
students.
- Effective supervision, training and
development of staff.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology.
- Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons’
Board.
- At least three (3) years in a NHIF –
accredited health organization.
- A Higher Diploma in Pharmacy will be an added
advantage.
Supplies
Chain Officer II
Job
Goup K9
3
Posts
The Supplies Chain Officer II will be responsible to the Senior Supplies Officer.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Ensuring
efficient management of supplies to the user departments.
- Participating
in the preparation of supplies expenditure estimates.
- Coordinate
and participate in issuing and receiving stores.
- Supervision
of junior and/or students on attachment in the department.
Qualifications and Experience
- Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade C- with a minimum of C- in
Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification from
a recognized institution.
- Bachelor’s
degree in Commerce, Economics or Business Administration or its
equivalent.
- Proven
experience of not less than three (3) years in Supplies Office in a large
organization.
- Conversant
with Computer based inventory system.
- Conversant
with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and other statutory
regulations relating to Public Procurement.
Candidate who do not possess a degree but are in possession of a
Diploma in Supplies/Materials Management and have worked for at least five (5)
years in Supplies Office and in addition meet the other requirements indicated
above will also be considered.
How to Apply
All interested in these positions and meet the minimum requirements are requested to submit the Hospital application form (CLICK HERE to download) with copies of certificates on or before 14th August 2015 to the address below:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenyatta National Hospital,
P. O. Box 20723-00202
Nairobi
Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
How to Apply
All interested in these positions and meet the minimum requirements are requested to submit the Hospital application form (CLICK HERE to download) with copies of certificates on or before 14th August 2015 to the address below:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenyatta National Hospital,
P. O. Box 20723-00202
Nairobi
Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted