Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital Director, Training and Research Jobs in Kenya

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital Director, Training and Research Jobs in Kenya



Job Purpose:

The Director, Training and Research will ensure strategic leadership in formulation and implementation of the Hospital’s training and research programmes and initiatives as well ensuring effective implementation of policies, systems and procedures for training and research at KUTRRH.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advising the Board on policies, programmes, regulations related to Training and Research;

  • Development, implementation, review and ensuring compliance of policies, programmes and
    regulations related to Training and Research;

  • Oversee the formulation, development, interpretation and review of strategy, policies,
    procedures, programmes, guidelines and standards for training and research.

  • Offer training and research programs which are responsive to the needs of staff and the society;

  • Establish state of the art systems of medical research in the Hospital, providing ethical patient centered and evidence-based practice;

  • Foster networks and mutual collaborations in the advancement of cutting-edge medical
    discoveries;

  • Attracting and managing research and outreach grants professionally and in line with the expectations of all stakeholders;

  • Ensure smooth running of the Training Institute for Specialized Nursing (TISN) and programmes are delivered as scheduled;

  • Producing and disseminating research outputs on appropriate and quality platforms;

  • Identifying and addressing needs related to research infrastructure, processes and other support required by researchers;

  • Ensures the effective and efficient day-to-day administration of the Training and Research
    functions;

  • Ensure training resources are readily accessible to trainees as per accreditation guidelines and maintain compliance with external regulations and internal policies;

  • Maintain a network of contacts within professional healthcare organizations, and other
    institutions of higher learning within Kenya, the region, and globally;

  • Maintain a resource library (including an e-library) augmenting it with training and reference
    materials, articles, publications, and
    manuals;

  • Advise the KUTRRH Training Committee with a selection of external training experts and Prepare TORs for external training providers;

  • Ensure proper quality control is provided to all training and capacity-building undertakings under the project through regular monitoring and evaluation, in-process and after-action reviews, and by obtaining feedback from beneficiaries;

  • Develop annual procurement plans for the directorate in adherence to procurement regulations.

  • Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

    Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Education, Social Sciences or any other relevant and related field from a recognized Institution;

  • Master’s Degree in Science, Education, Social Sciences or any other relevant and related field
    from a recognized Institution;

  • A PhD in a relevant field will be an added advantage;

  • A minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience with at least eight (8) years’ experience in a senior management position in a similar role;

  • Leadership/ Management course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution.

  • Registered with relevant professional body.

  • Proficiency in computer applications.

  • Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital Director, Training and Research Jobs in Kenyae

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