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Actionaid International Corporates and Natural Resources Officer 2012

Actionaid International
Directorate of Programmes
Programme Development
Corporates and Natural Resources Officer
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa or Nairobi, Kenya
Duration:
3 years Fixed Term – Local Terms and Conditions of Employment
The Corporate and Natural Resources Officer promotes coherence between local, national and international work on the role of corporations in control of natural resources.
The role has a global remit, but with special emphasis on Fair, Green & Global (FGG) project in Southern & Eastern Africa (Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa), working to improve local control of land, water, and other resources in the face of increasing control being granted to private companies.
  • Formally you will have a relevant degree / Masters or equivalent experience coupled with at least 5 years experience working in an international agency / across countries on natural resources and corporate accountability.
  • This is underpinned by a comprehensive understanding of rights-based programme practice and the ability to link this work to national and international influencing work.
  • The ideal candidate can be described as energetic, enthusiastic and interested in learning within a political, changing and diverse work environment with strong networking/relationship-building skills- ability to anticipate, coordinate and facilitate activities with colleagues.
  • You will have excellent problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.
  • A high capacity for work output in order to meet tight deadlines and multiple priorities are essential.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (additionally French and Portuguese will be an advantage) are crucial, especially the ability to inform and engage through written communication
  • On a personal level you will have a strong commitment to develop, promote and practice AAI’s vision, mission, values, and strategy.
Application Procedures:
Further information on this position can be obtained from our website at www.actionaid.org/jobs.
Applications should be sent with your CV, motivation cover letter and two names of your nominated referees to: programmes.jhb@actionaid.org by no later than the 29th June 2012.
Please clearly indicate which position you are applying for.
Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit, suitably qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.

 

 

Nairobi Women’s Hospital Chief of Medical Services Job in Kenya 2012

The Nairobi Women’s Hospital is trusted with the healthcare of Women in Africa, and with passion, we deliver healthcare.

We are recruiting for the following high calibre individual to lead our team of healthcare professionals.

Chief of Medical Services

The key responsibilities of this role will include but not limited to:-

1. Leading and managing the strategy formulation and implementation in the area of medical services in the hospital;

2. Providing leadership in formulating, implement and monitoring clinical policies, protocol and standards to foster appropriate and consistent patient  care;

3. Spearheading the development and implementation of capacity building initiatives for medical services personnel including training, staff induction and clinical research activities;

4. Engaging with doctors for issuance and management of admission rights in line with hospital policies and procedures;

5. Working closely with hospital leadership to enhance the hospital relationship with medical officers, registrars, consultants and regulatory bodies;

6. Developing managing and controlling the medical services budget including finance, staffing, equipments and consumables;

7. Develop an organisational plan for medical services operations providing for efficient use of personnel including clinical assignments, rotation and call schedules, and coverage

8. Coordinating the functions of the Medical Advisory Committee in addressing of medical staff activities in accordance with the legal requirements, ethical standards and overall hospital policies.

9. Championing the organisation course in network development, contracting, and credentialing in local and regional markets

Qualifications and Skills

  • Medical Degree from accredited University
  • Registration with KMPDB or any other EA Medical Board
  • Post graduate qualifications in medical field or management
  • At least 5 years clinical experience
  • At least 2 years in a management or administrative capacity
  • MBA added advantage
Interested applicants are invited to send their applications detailing current and expected salary and CV with contact details of three referees to the
General Manager Human Resource 
P.O. Box 10552-00100 
Nairobi, 
clearly marking the application with position applied for.
Applications can also be emailed to vacancies@nwch.co.ke with the position applied for as the subject line by Wednesday, June 20th 2012.
DO NOT attach your certificates.