Nairobi Hospital Vacancies

The Nairobi Hospital is a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa.

As we prepare for the next phase of our expansion, excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a superior blend of technical expertise, a passion for excellence and strong customer focus have opened up:

Internal Auditor

Ref: HRD/IA/07/11

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the holder will perform audit duties with the aim of helping the Hospital accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to
evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance processes.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

* Preparing and implementing annual audit plans in liaison with the Internal Audit Manager.
* Undertaking special audit investigations as may be required from time to time.
* Preparing audit reports and following up on recommendations.
* Testing and appraising for soundness and adequacy of accounting, financial and other operating controls.
* Assisting the Audit Manager to review operations against business and strategic plans to determine consistency.
* Assisting the Audit Manager monitor the implementation of the agreed audit recommendations and initiate remedial actions where needed.
* Provide assurance on compliance with the Hospitals operating policies on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

* Business degree in Commerce majoring in Accounting, Economics or Business Management.
* CPA (K) or ACCA.
* Knowledge of IFRS and Auditing standards.
* CISA certification will be an added advantage.
* IT literate and proficient in accounting software applications.
* Minimum 3 years of continuous audit experience.
* Detail oriented.
* Good communication and customer relations skills.
* Excellent interpersonal relations.
* High integrity.
* Discrete.

Internal Audit Assistant

Ref: HRD/IAA/07/11

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the holder will undertake auditing duties, in accordance with accepted Auditing Standards, Hospital policies, annual audit plan and standard audit programmes.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

* Participating in planning the scope and methodology of audits.
* Conducting routine audits as per the audit plan.
* Determining the accuracy and reliability of accounting records by analyzing systems and internal controls.
* Writing and providing audit reports.
* Defending audit reports.
* Carrying out spot checks and special assignments.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

* CPA II or ACCA II.
* Business degree in Commerce majoring in Accounting, Economics or Business Management will be an added advantage.
* IT literate and proficient in accounting software applications.
* 1 year progressive work experience in audit / accounting.
* Detail oriented.
* Good communication and customer relations skills.
* Excellent interpersonal relations.
* High integrity.
* Discrete.

Hospital Engineer

Ref: HRD/HE/07/11

Reporting to the Operations Director, the successful candidate will provide leadership for the biomedical engineering and infrastructure management of the Hospital.

The position calls for an Engineer with a unique blend of technical and leadership skills and a service excellence orientation.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

* Ensuring all maintenance, biomedical, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering operations within the Hospital run at optimal level.
* Developing and monitoring the annual maintenance budgets.
* Developing and implementing planned preventative maintenance programmes.
* Participating in re-call to work service and attending to emergency breakdowns.
* Ensuring all plant and equipment are maintained in optimal working condition.
* Supervising and implementing all construction related capital projects.
* Liaising with all external construction contractors working in the Hospital.
* Facilitating the purchase and stocking of appropriate spares/equipment.
* Providing leadership in training and continuous professional development activities within the Department.
* Ensuring that the Hospital’s engineering functions comply with medical, certification, legal and safety standards.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

* Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
* Registration with the Engineers Registration Board.
* Six years progressive work experience in a busy service environment.
* Demonstrable leadership skills.
* Strong team player
* Proven track record in project management.
* Computer literate.

Human Resources Officer

Ref: HRD/HRO/07/11

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Officer will participate actively in ensuring all strategic and operational aspects of the HR Cycle are implemented.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

* Determining the Hospital’s long and short term human resource needs.
* Managing the recruitment and selection process effectively.
* Developing and implementing training and development programs.
* Facilitating change management programs.
* Fostering harmonious industrial relations.
* Providing advisory services to line managers in handling of disciplinary issues and other employee relations matters
* Participating in all other Human Resources functions.
* Facilitating continual improvement of the Hospital’s HR practices

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

* Relevant Degree
* Higher Diploma or Masters in Human Resources Management.
* Computer Literate.
* At least 3 years work experience in a busy Human Resources Department
* Effective advisory skills
* Good interpersonal and communication skills

Physiotherapists

Ref: HRD/PHY/07/11

Reporting to the Chief Physiotherapist, the holder will organise, conduct and evaluate care plans for inpatient and outpatient referred for therapy.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

* Coordinating and conducting in-depth evaluation and assessment of patients who have physical disabilities, disorders or injuries.
* Identifying treatment goals, appropriate therapy techniques and equipment.
* Carrying out rehabilitative programs.
* Advising patients, ward staff and family members on treatment plans, techniques and exercises.
* Conducting regular evaluation of patients to assess progress and response to therapy.
* Developing treatment plans to be followed by patients after discharge.
* Conducting educational sessions on physical therapy and rehabilitation management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

* Diploma in Physiotherapy.
* Registered with the Kenya Society of Physiotherapists.
* Valid practice licence.
* One (1) year work experience.
* Good interpersonal skills.
* Effective communication sills

Pharmacists

Ref: HRD/PHR/07/11

Reporting to the Chief Pharmacist, the successful candidates will assist in executing / implementing pharmacy operational procedures and providing efficient services at both in and out patient pharmacies.

Particular Responsibilities Include:

* Checking prescriptions for accuracy and suitability to ensure safe, economical and rational use of drugs and pharmaceutical products.
* Continuous clinical checks on all treatment sheets and prescriptions.
* Participating in drug stock taking.
* Preparation and labelling of extemporaneous preparations for both in/out patients.
* Formulation and implementation of hospital policies on drug use and pharmacy standard operating procedures.
* Participating in chemotherapy dispensing and reconstitution in accordance with the cytotoxic handling policy.
* Providing accurate drug information to patients and other users.
* Participating in continuous medical education lectures.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.
* Registration with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
* Possession of valid annual practicing license.
* 1 year progressive work experience.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference.

Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:

The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100

or hrm@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than Wednesday, 27th July 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.