Wellcome Trust International Jobs Vacancies in Kenya
Wellcome Trust International IT Project Manager Jobs Vacancies in Kenya
ResponsibilitiesTo act as overall advocate for project management in the Programme. This includes proactively educating and deliver to team members the value gained through the use of consistent project management processes.
Initiate and influence the development of project management standards and ensure projects are executed on time, within budget and are of desirable quality.
Direct and manage project development from beginning to end, including management of multiple, concurrent projects at various stages of project lifecycle.
Provide custodianship of the IT Projects Portfolio. Should work with cross functional teams including external consultants and service providers in ensuring IT projects are run in a controlled environment using established project management methodologies and operating procedures.
To ensure all IT Projects are managed within laid down objectives and targets using Project Management frameworks.
Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas
Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work
Provide Project Management Office control and support functions to the IT Projects portfolio. This will involve producing templates, tools and guidelines on specific project assignments.
To provide training (internal or external) to build core project management competencies and a common set of experiences.
Takes part in reviews of own work and leads reviews of colleagues work on project deliverables.
Qualifications
Degree holder, preferably in Business Information Technology or related field
At least 8 years’ overall work experience working in a robust IT environment and 3 years of Project Management experience
Good Knowledge of Project Management framework best practices as defined under Prince2 or PMBOK Managing a Project Management Office Ability to implement PMIS and manage projects through the solution
PMP qualified or PRINCE2 practitioner (Must give evidence of the exam certificate done by
an authorised testing body, i.e. Pearson VUE, Prometric, etc.). A Masters Degree will be an added advantage
Experience in managing enterprise projects across the IT ecosystem i.e. Projects in IT Infrastructure and application development
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 30th October 2017
For more information and job application details, see; Wellcome Trust International IT Project Manager Jobs Vacancies in Kenya
Wellcome Trust International Laboratory Technician Jobs Vacancies in Kenya
Responsibilities
Conduct experiments, interpret and document results through the use of routine and basic laboratory procedures involving manual techniques or use of laboratory instruments.
Standardize, calibrate and carry out preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on laboratory equipment and instrument.
Receive samples and ensure that relevant support documentation is provided and process in line with relevant QC guidelines; document sample and process information.
Liaise with Nurses, clinicians, health care workers and public in order to ensure that relevant samples are taken/ provided, resolve discrepancies and to communicate results in line with laid down procedures.
Participate in various QAQC, EQA, IQC and regulatory agency activities within the assigned section, including developing and documenting QC monitors.
Provide technical advice to researchers in the design of experiments.
Qualifications
A Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences
Registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board
Knowledge and understanding of GCLPs and regulatory/ accreditation agency requirements
Knowledge of laboratory Health and Safety practices
Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications
Experience in peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) separation and cell culture techniques is an added advantage.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 30th October 2017
For more information and job application details, see; Wellcome Trust International Laboratory Technician Jobs Vacancies in Kenya
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