Jobs at Aga Khan Hospital University

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage project logistics as directed by the research coordinator
• Facilitate project procurement needs by raising necessary requisition documents and ensuring that the necessary approvals are timely obtained.
• Follow up with all approving departments on requisitions made and ensure timely delivery of expected outcomes
• Handle all project dispatch as and when need arises and follow up for confirmation of delivery
• Facilitate allowance for government staff attending project meetings
• Raise project travel logs indicating travel/transport requirements monthly
• Receive, sort and route communication as may be directed by the Research coordinator
• Assist the administrative officer in receiving project guests and directing them appropriately,
• Scheduling and monitoring all appointments/meetings
• Assist in organizing for seminars, workshops, training sessions and performing support roles during the sessions
• Assist the administrative officer in ensuring proper filing and documentation of all relevant materials.
• Assist the administrative officer in updating and managing filing index
• Update mail/phone directories
• Routinely advice the research coordinator on need for re-ordering department supplies

 Requirements

• Must hold a Diploma in Business Administration/Communication or supply chain management
• Have at least 3 years of relevant experience in similar work
• Be proficient in computers applications, particularly MS Office Suite
• Any other relevant training in office administration will be a distinct advantage.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Show demonstrated initiative; ability to set goals and priorities and work effectively with minimum supervision
• Be able to work flexible/long hours if and when required
• Be able to maintain strict confidentiality

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Responsibilities

• Grant proposal development literature gathering, site preparation data collecting and compiling.
• Monitoring eligibility study participants under guidance from local and international collaborators
• Collecting data from study participants using guided procedures
• Consenting, administering and follow up of informed consents/study documents from caregivers and Health Care Providers.
• Computer data entry and cleaning under guidance from local and international collaborators
• Support in training of study procedures
• Secured storage of study materials
• Supporting clinical teams in routine services for newborn care skills development
• Routinely advice the research coordinator on need for re-ordering department supplies

Requirements

• Should hold a Diploma in Nursing (KRN/M or KRCHN) from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Should have current license with the Kenya Nursing Council
• Should be EPLS certified.
• Be competent in use of Ms-office applications
• Working skills with Ms-Excel or other data software will be added advantage
• Have a minimum of 6 months cumulative nursing experience; including newborn care
• GCP qualification and experience with research databases will be an added advantage

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Responsibilities

• Receive and analyze Haematology/special Haematology specimens.
• Maintain appropriate internal controls in Haematology/special Haematology to ensure validity of reports.
• Manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in Haematology.
• Perform tests with maximum efficiency ensuring maximum utilization of reagents and time following laid down standard operating procedures.
• Communicate urgent/critical/abnormal test results within recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Observe/comply with Health & Safety requirements in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in the work area.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in continuous medical education
• Receive specimens for Immunohaematology and carry out appropriate testing observing internal quality checks to ensure validity of test results.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures in Haematology and Immuno-haematology.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor or designee.

 Requirements

• Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technician and Technologists Board is mandatory;
• Minimum 3 (three) years’ working experience;
• Demonstrable computer literacy;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
• Positive attitude towards work and other members of the team;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Unquestionable integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professional attitude and strong work ethic with attention to timeliness.