KEMRI Family Planning Nurse Job Vacancy.

KEMRI Family Planning Nurse Job Vacancy.
Program Description: The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP), is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). It is a dynamic comprehensive HIV prevention, research, care and treatment program in Kenya. It is a rapidly expanding program. Due to its continued growth, the program is seeking motivated, pro-active individuals to fill the following vacancy for the Family Planning Study.

Position: Family Planning Nurse (One position) Vacancy No. FN-25-10

Location: Suba District
Job Summary:
The Nursing Officer will be involved in Family Planning (FP) training and clinical mentorship of HIV care and treatment providers at FACES-supported patient support centers in the above districts. They will provide FP/RH training and mentoring to nurses, clinical officers, and other clinic staff within their assigned district. The position is approximately 30% clinical and 70% capacity and systems building. This is not a research position.

Key Requirements:
Education:
* Minimum – Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN/KRN).
* NASCOP-approved training in FP preferably as a TOT, couple counseling, and management of HIV and STIs will be a plus.
* A background in public health is desirable, such as previous education and/or experience working or training in community and public health.

Prior Work Experience:
* At least two years of experience in a progressively responsible position in the management of RH/FP service delivery of which one year should be in active training and development assistance of a clinical set up with a development partner, host government, non-governmental organization, or the private sector.
* Work experience in a research set up is an added plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Must possess thorough knowledge of the technical areas of this position and must possess general knowledge of the Government of Kenya and NGO service delivery policies and programs in the health sector especially RH and FP.
* Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must be a self-starter with strong diplomatic, training and leadership qualities.
* Ability to monitor, gather and evaluate information of broad scope and complexity in the areas of RH, FP and HIV and use this to develop systems in their assigned district.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of Dholuo is an added advantage.
* Ability to work in a clinically busy, resource-challenged, and demanding environment and must be able to travel extensively.
* Competency in using various computer software applications including Microsoft Office programs and familiarity with web-based programs required.

Applications must include the following:
* A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the project
* A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees
* Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip(if any)
* At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers

All applications must be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by Wednesday 17th November 2010.

Human Resources Manager, KEMRI -RCTP Program, Lumumba Health Centre, P. O Box 614-40100, Kisumu.

NOTE: The position is open to both internal and external candidates. Only Short listed Candidates will be contacted

Opening Date: 5TH November 2010
Closing Date: 17th November 2010