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Community Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness Program (CP3)Project Officer

Date of issue : 04-09-2018 Closing date (Geneva time zone) : 13-09-2018 Duty station : Nairobi Country : KENYA Duration: 6.5 Months Category of Staff: National Staff Vacancy No : IFRC02461   Background The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 191 member National Societies . As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. Organizational Context ...

Public Health Officer

Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for  the following vacant position: ii. Public Health Officer – Grade E/F  Applicants must be holders of KCE division II/KCSE mean grade C+ (plus). They should have a basic Diploma in Environmental Health and Higher Diploma in Food Science and 12 Inspection, Occupational Health and Safety or Solid Waste Management, or an equivalent qualification from Kenya Medical Training College or any other recognized institution. In addition applicants must have the following:  At least five (5) years relevant work experience preferably in a busy institution  Computer literate Terms of Service:  The terms of service for the above include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance. Successful candidates will be offered two (2) year renewable performance - based contract and gratuity will be paid at the end of the contract. The application letter should give full details of e...

Department of Community Health - Senior Lecturer

Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants for  the following vacant position: Department of Community Health  i. Senior Lecturer  Applicants must be holders of PhD degree in Public Health/ Epidemiology from a recognized university. In addition the applicant must have the following:  At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full time Lecturer  Three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer  Successful supervision of at least three (3) Master students  Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer  Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching  Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops  Be able to teach any of the following courses:  Epidemiology  Health Economics Terms of Service:  The terms of service for the above inclu...

Associate Research Scientist, Research Capacity Strengthening (RCS) Division

The African Population and Health Research Center, Inc. (APHRC)  is an African-led and African-based international research institute engaged in interdisciplinary, evidence-based policy research. Our researchers address important issues and challenges facing Africa in areas such as education, health, population, urbanization and wellbeing. We engage with policy makers in the region to disseminate our research findings and influence change affecting the quality of life in Africa. We also support doctoral level training in Africa to strengthen research capacity in the region. The Center has over 40 research staff trained in the fields including anthropology, demography, health economics, education, sociology, public health, medicine and statistics. Associate Research Scientist, Research Capacity Strengthening (RCS) Division Role: Assess internal research training priorities based on needs and available resources Support the design, delivery and evaluation of internal resea...

Post-doctoral Fellows, RCS and PDRH

The African Population and Health Research Center, Inc. (APHRC)  is an African-led and African-based international research institute engaged in interdisciplinary, evidence-based policy research. Our researchers address important issues and challenges facing Africa in areas such as education, health, population, urbanization and wellbeing. We engage with policy makers in the region to disseminate our research findings and influence change affecting the quality of life in Africa. We also support doctoral level training in Africa to strengthen research capacity in the region. The Center has over 40 research staff trained in the fields including anthropology, demography, health economics, education, sociology, public health, medicine and statistics. Post-doctoral Fellows, RCS and PDRH Role: Contribute to proposal development, literature review, and scientific writing Participate in the design of scientific research and training tasks within the division Assist in the impleme...

Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Associate

( Job Number:   1300001186 ) Description   Health, Education and Social Programs Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Associate Nairobi, Kenya   About ICF International ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) partners with government and commercial clients to deliver professional services and technology solutions in the energy and climate change; environment and infrastructure; health, human services, and social programs; and homeland security and defense markets. The firm combines passion for its work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from research and analysis through implementation and improvement. Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at all levels, major corporations, and multilateral institutions. More than 3,500 employees serve these clients worldwide. ICF's Web site is  http://www.icfi.com/ .    Job Description: The International Hea...

Consultancy Services for Supporting the Harmonization of a Public Health Community Strategy for UNICEF Somalia.

Title: Technical Consultant Category and Grade Level :  P4 Equivalent Type of Contract:  Special Service Agreement Length Of Contract :  3 months Organization Unit:  Health, to be supervised by Nutrition Duty Station:  Nairobi Date of Issue:  15 May 2013 Closing date of Application :  23 May 2013 Purpose of the Assignment Somalia is characterized by one of the worst health statuses globally. Women, adolescent girls and children are disproportionately affected largely due to the pervasive gender inequities that occur across all of Somalia’s three zones which negatively affect women’s right to health. Some of the main access barriers to essential health services across Somalia include distance; costs; low demand and understanding of health...

Data Analyst

Opening date: 06/05/2013 Vacancy No: K44/05/2013 Program description : This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the program has a vacancy in the Global Disease Detection Division within the Influenza Program. POSITION: Data Analyst - MR 9 (1 position) LOCATION: Kisumu REPORTING TO: Deputy Branch Chief, Influenza Program Essential Qualifications Bachelors degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Information /Computer sciences or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum of 3 years experience in data management, or similar duties Demonstrable skills in at least one statistical package for data manipulation, preferably STATA, SPSS, SAS or related software Experience in cleaning data and performing quality assurance procedures Should be able to program in Microsoft Visual Studio Be familiar w...

Public Health Specialist (Deputy Director of Programs)

Medical / Healthcare Updated : 2013-03-22 12:04:33   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Nairobi has an opening for the position of Public Health Specialist (Deputy Director of Programs). The closing date for this position is April 24, 2013. Note: You will be notified when the decision is made. Offer :  FSN-13 Nairobi Permanent Available :   Immediately How to apply for this job online MY Jobs In Kenya Website :   Step 1.  Have your Curriculum Vitae (CV) ready in advance before the registration process.        Step 2. Visit:   http://americanembassy.myjobsinkenya.com to access the page for job search; registration; Login Step 3.  Click on Register : ( You have to register first before applying for any jobs Step 4.  C omplete the Questionnaire to the end. Check the box next to I agree to the Terms ...