Kenya Red Cross Jobs
Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya, serving present and future generations.
The society is set to open a Drugs and Substance abuse Rehabilitation Center in Hindi, Lamu County.
The Centre will provide both Out-patient and In-patient services focusing on prevention, treatment and harm reduction of drugs and substance abuse. The Society is therefore searching for qualified, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to fill the below position:
Kenya Red Cross Training Coordinator Jobs
Reporting to the Administration Officer, the Training Coordinator is responsible for managing, designing, developing, coordinating and conducting all training programs.
Duties And Responsibilities
Map out annual training plans for the clients and staff based on their needs.
Design and develop training programs (outsourced and/or in-house)
Select appropriate training methods or activities (e.g. simulations, mentoring, on-the-job training, professional development classes)
Use known education principles and stay up-to-date on new training methods and techniques
Design, prepare and order educational aids and materials
Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on clients skills
Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session
Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with experts regarding instructional design
Maintain updated curriculum database and training records
Host train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts
Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment
Research and recommend new training methods
Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors’ degree in Education, Training, HR or related field
Two (2)’ years experience as a Training Coordinator, Trainer, Training Facilitator or similar role
Desired Competencies
Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting
Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation
Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools
Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate)
Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques
Experience with e-learning platforms
Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
Flexibility and adaptability.
A strong sense of ethics including the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
Excellent (written and oral) communication and excellent interpersonal skills with an attention to detail.
Ability to effectively handle and manage interpersonal conflict.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Integrity, emotional intelligence and objectivity.
Be highly respectful towards all KRCS staff and stakeholders.
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications to the address below on or before 27th April 2018.
Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi
Applications should have a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates and practicing licence where applicable, names and contacts of three referees.
Kenya Red Cross Psychiatric Nurse Jobs
Reporting to the Head Nurse, the psychiatric nurse’s overall objective will be to provide safe, effective and curative mental health services in the rehabilitation center.
Duties And Responsibilities
Identify and define mental health problems and needs of the patients in the rehabilitation center and provide technical advice on all cases of psychiatric disorders/other psychological problems.
Oversee and conduct mental health assessments, diagnose and plan individual case management of patients with mental health conditions in the center and refer accordingly.
Develop nursing care plans for psychiatric patients admitted into the ward and liaise treatment plans with the Clinician.
Work closely with clinicians and addiction counselors in development of treatment plans for individual patients
Design a suitable and relevant “Mental Health” training manual for the rehabilitation center
Identify and manage patients will mental health conditions both in the outpatient and psychiatric consultation clinic and in the community through follow-ups.
Manage in-patients with psychological
morbidity or those admitted with known psychiatric disorders.
Manage patients with emotional and or psychiatric morbidity.
Provide psychiatric support by use of individual or group counselling and psychotherapy.
Training of relevant staff, CHWs, HP screeners, auxiliary nurses and other groups exposed to persons with mental problems or the vulnerable groups.
Community education and creating awareness so as to initiate community participation as a PHC approach.
Design a mental health working guideline in line with ICD-10, chapter V primary care version, to suit the rehabilitation center.
Minimum Qualifications
Diploma in nursing from a recognized nursing institution
Certificate or diploma in psychiatric community nursing. Experience of working in a rehabilitation center is an added advantage
Registered with the nursing council of Kenya and have a current practicing licence
At least 3 years’ experience working in a complex, multifaceted community health program.
Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications to the address below on or before 27th April 2018.
Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi
Applications should have a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates and practicing licence where applicable, names and contacts of three referees.
Kenya Red Cross Pharmaceutical Technologist in Charge Jobs
The Pharmaceutical Technologist in Charge will be working under the guidance and supervision of the Facility in Charge and will be directly responsible for the running of the rehab dispensing pharmacy.
Duties And Responsibilities
Monitoring and supervising the hospital dispensing pharmacy staff to ensure all pharmaceutical ethical protocols are observed.
Prepare and submit regular inventory reports and requisition orders on time.
Monitoring drug consumption rate and keeping accurate records of the same.
Carry out regular pharmacy quality audits in all dispensing units.
Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients and to evaluate their suitability.
Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage and proper medication storage.
Analyse prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions
Maintain records such as pharmacy files, patient files inventories, control records and registries of poisons, narcotics and controlled drugs.
Collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor review and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of drugs and drug regiments, providing advice on drug applications and characteristics.
Compound and dispense medications as prescribed by clinicians by calculating, weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients.
Offer health promotion and prevention activities, for example training people to use devices such as blood pressure or diabetes monitors.
Plan, Implement and maintain procedures for mixing, packaging and labelling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security and proper disposal.
Minimum Qualifications
Diploma in pharmacy from a recognized institution
Registered with Kenya Pharmaceutical Association(KPA)
3 years working experience in a busy hospital set up.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their applications to the address below on or before 27th April 2018.
Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi
Applications should have a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates and practicing licence where applicable, names and contacts of three referees.
Job disclaimer and notification:
Kenya Red Cross Society does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.
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