Project Title: Climate influence on zoonoses at human-livestock-wildlife interfaces in the transboundary region between Kenya and Tanzania (ENHANCE)

Project description and objectives:


Climate and land-use changes significantly influence zoonosis emergence and spread. However, there are still knowledge gaps, and further research is needed to plan how to mitigate these two threats to... national and global health security.
The aim of the project is to better understand the dynamics between climate indicators and enhanced survival and transmission of emerging and neglected zoonotic pathogens at unique shared human-livestock-wildlife interfaces (water pans and bomas), and how this affects human and animal health and livelihoods.
This will provide invaluable data that will enable Kenya and Tanzania to improve their ability to prevent, prepare, and respond to emerging and re-emerging zoonotic threats.
In addition, the project will inform on the links between intensified activity around water pans and bomas, and dissolved organic carbon and greenhouse gas emissions, data which can be used in mitigation strategies against global warming.
Finally, with a focus on social conflicts, data will be provided which can help the two countries to better resolve conflicts associated with water scarcity.


The project is funded by DANIDA, Denmark, and is led by the University of Copenhagen.

The call:


Professor Dr. Daniel Olago, Department of Earth and Climate Sciences & Institute for Climate Change and Adaptation, University of Nairobi, seeks a PhD Applicant to conduct research on water availability, water quality, and greenhouse gas emissions from water pans (dams) in Kenya and Tanzania as part of a DANIDA-funded project, ENHANCE (Climate influence on zoonoses at human-livestock-wildlife interfaces in the transboundary region between Kenya and Tanzania). The PhD candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary and international team with partners from Denmark, Kenya, and Tanzania, focusing on water and health in the cross-border region.
The project will entail extensive field work in Narok county and periodic wide-spread surveys in Tanzania and Kenya. The candidate is expected to organize field campaigns, take responsibility for laboratory analyses, and interact with stakeholders and community members as needed. The candidate will also be expected to participate in project meetings, collaborate with other students and researchers on the project, and commit to the research full time in order to complete the PhD within the allocated funding period (4 years, starting from March 2025). The research will lead to publications in international, peer-reviewed journals.
The ideal candidate will have the following prerequisites: 1. An MSc degree or equivalent in natural sciences; 2. A background in aquatic science and/or biogeochemistry
Knowledge of climate change and carbon and nitrogen dynamics and fluxes in ecosystems; 4. Prior experience in field and laboratory work and statistical analysis;
Skills in GIS and/or remote sensing.
In addition, we look for a candidate who has an eagerness to learn new techniques and develop skills in critical thinking, inquiry, and scientific writing. Trustworthiness and attention to detail in handling data and other reporting responsibilities including expense claims, is required.


Mandatory Requirements:


Must be a Kenyan citizen;
Must be an early career researcher who has completed their masters degree not more than
five years earlier than the time of application (not older than February 2020);
Must be willing to be contracted as a full-time student for the 4 year period.


Terms of Engagement:


The PhD will be enrolled at University of Nairobi and co-mentored by members of the project team including Dr. Gretchen Gettel, Dr. Klaus Butterbach-Bahl, Dr. Dishon Muloi, and Dr. Arshnee Moodley.
This is a full-time PhD position with a duration of four years, starting in March 2025 and has a requirement for admission letter to join the PhD in Climate Change and Adaptation of the University of Nairobi (commencing September 2025). The student is required to be resident in Nairobi.
A monthly stipend will be paid to the student following successful provisional admission to the PhD programme and engagement in the ENHANCE project.
Full admission to the PhD programme will be granted upon the student presenting an approved research proposal this process should be completed within the first six months of the programme.
All research and travel expenses shall be covered by the project. more

ADVERT REF, AD/1/8/25 – ONE (1) POST

Job Summary


Reporting to the Project Manager, the ICT officer will be responsible for overseeing the project’s technology systems, ensuring their efficiency, security, and functionality. This positioninvolves overseeing the setup, maintenance, and efficient operation of ICT systems to support project objectives.


Duties and... Responsibilities


Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to understand technology requirements. Develop ICT strategies aligned with project goals and timelines.
Lead the setup and configuration of ICT infrastructure necessary for the project, including hardware, software, and network systems.
Provide hands-on technical support to project team members and beneficiaries. Troubleshoot and resolve ICT-related issues promptly to minimize disruptions.
Integrate various technology tools and platforms to streamline project workflows and beneficiary training/learning solutions. Evaluate and recommend new technologies that could enhance project efficiency.
Implement and enforce security measures to protect project data and systems from potential risks and cyber threats.
Conduct training sessions for project staff and beneficiaries on ICT tools and systems.
Develop documentation and manuals to facilitate effective usage of technology resources.
support in the identification of vendors for procurement, maintenance, and support of ICT equipment and services.


Job Specification


Bachelor’s degree in either Information Technology OR Computer Science or a related field.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a project-based ICT role, preferably in a training set up. Experience with user support and training is an added advantage
Proficiency in setting up and maintaining ICT systems including hardware, software, and networks.
The following skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to troubleshoot technical issues; excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams; Project management skills and the ability to work within project timelines and budgets.
Knowledge of data security best practices and experience implementing security measures.
Certifications relevant to ICT project management are advantageous. more

Job Description Summary


Reporting to the Principal Investigator or his delegated appointee, the Senior Project Accountant will oversee project budgets, monitor expenditures, costing, prepare financial reports, support audits and ensure accountability and transparency. The individual must ensure that the project financial operations are met by ensuring effective financial management,... reporting, and compliance while upholding the University of Nairobi’s standards.


Duties and responsibilities


Manage project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
Ensure compliance with donor and organizational financial policies and regulations.
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for donors and stakeholders.
Monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and analyze variances.
Oversee disbursement of funds and review payment documentation.
Support and coordinate internal and external audits.
Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard project resources.
Train and mentor project staff on financial management and donor compliance.
Collaborate with program and procurement teams to align financial operations with project goals.
Liaise with donors and stakeholders on financial matters.


Job Specification


A Bachelor’s degree in a business related area (Commerce or Finance)
At least five (5) years’ experience in a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) or Research based Institution, managing large donor-funded programs with at least 3 years in a senior role.
Full accountancy qualifications (CPA K) and professional membership in good standing.
Advanced knowledge and skills finance/accounting information systems.
Good understanding of Public Sector Procurement/Finance processes


Required skills


Strong leadership and communication skills: Self-driven, confident, and capable of influencing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
Organizational and problem-solving expertise: Efficient, well-organized, and skilled in analyzing financial risks and resolving conflicts.
Team and stakeholder management: Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and ensure compliance with donor and project requirements.


Desirable skills


Expertise and experience in fund accounting and cost allocation methodologies. more

Job Description

Reporting to the Principal Investigator or his delegated appointee, the project manager will be responsible for the project management and coordination roles and responsibilities. The project manager will lead and manage all the aspects of the five year project across the lifecycle, from inception phase through the implementation, handover and close-out. The individual must... ensure that the project is delivered to contract while upholding the University of Nairobi’s standards, meeting the needs of the project beneficiaries and maintaining a healthy collaboration with the members of this partnership.

Duties and Responsibilities


Establish the project’s work plans with clear deliverables and timelines.
Establish and manage collaborations with partnering regional universities.
Oversee the day to day implementation of the project’s activities.
Develop, maintain and apply quality project management processes including compliance with donor reporting.
Manage the project resources, including budgeting, cost controls and financial projections in close collaboration with the project accountant.
Plan and coordinate all the activities of the project including regional training workshops and stakeholder engagement meetings across the country.
Conduct regular reporting to the donor.


Job Specification


A minimum of a Master degree in any of the following fields: Project Management, Business Administration, Health Sciences or related field.
At least 8 years experience in direct donor funded project management and support including project startup, implementation, contractual and financial compliance.
Extensive experience in management of projects related to public health, data science, capacity building, informatics systems or artificial intelligence.
Extensive knowledge of project funding cycles, planning, leading, delivering on projects scopes, time and quality, donor reporting and stakeholder/beneficiaries/partners satisfaction.
Extensive experience in project management tools, methodologies, and project control tools for optimizing team performance.
Extensive experience in collaborative and shared online work spaces.


Required skills


A self-leader with high self-drive, excellent communication skills both written and verbal, self confident and ability to influence others, positive interpersonal and people management skills, well organized and efficient.
The project manager must demonstrate ability to build and lead a team, experience in stakeholder and partners management, a problem solver and with conflict resolution abilities.


Desirable skills


Expertise and experience in curriculum development, delivery of training programs including identification of suitable training candidates for training workshops, hosting and facilitating training workshops and capacity building events or activities. more

AD/1/5/25 – 1 POST

The position

The purpose of this position is to provide support to the communication function for ENGAGE project. This will include enforcing branding and marking guidelines, development, and production of communication materials like photography, videography, and support during project events. Additionally, incumbent will be expected to work with Project Manager to... identify high quality success stories which will be used by donor and project staff to produce communication materials

Job Description


Organize and manage ENGAGE project photo/video library, ensuring that all materials are well organized, up to date and accessible for project use and reference.
Maintain strong relationship with all project staff and check in on a weekly basis for story leads, success story suggestions.
Develop and disseminate Audio visual content (record audio/video clips of beneficiaries to enhance visibility of project work.
Designing, Copywriting, and development of project tools and job aids within the branding and marking guidelines of the donor.
Work with the Project Manager to develop and Implement a communications plan to track impact of project in the community.
Maintain and create content for blogs, news, video and social channels such as Twitter, Linked-In, YouTube and Facebook (or equivalent) on a regular basis and share the same with ENGAGE project management team.
Design and disseminate factsheets and reports on a quarterly basis to all relevant internal and external stakeholders
Provide technical support (photography and videography – including editing and production) for documentation or urgent need and high impact stories case studies, learning series, technical briefs and documentaries that showcase ENGAGE project work and impact.
Respond to immediate requests from project manager.


Job Specification


Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (English and Swahili fluency required); Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills; Photography and/or videography skills and extensive experience with Adobe Creative suite software( similar software)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented. more

ADVERT REF AD/1/4/25, 5 POSTS

The position The position is in the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics in the Faculty of Health Sciences under the MAP - AMR Project - Monitor and Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Kenya (MAP-AMR Kenya)” a five (5) year CDC project that is being conducted in the following hospitals: Kenyatta National Hospital, The Nairobi Hospital, MP Shah... Hospital, Machakos Level 5 Hospital, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital and Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital.

Location


The position will be based at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Machakos Level 5 Hospital, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital, Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital reporting to the IPC Coordinator in the duty station and Project Medical officer


Job Description


Conduct daily rounds in the target units identifying patients with features of sepsis and liaising with site clinical teams to ensure blood cultures are collected.
Follow up the site and project laboratory teams to ensure appropriate sample transportation, documentation and timely reporting of results.
Abstracting of patient data onto the MAP AMR database
Follow up patients with invasive Candida to outcome.
Ensure data is accurately collected and resolve any discrepancies with data team.
Work with the hospital and project clinical and IPC teams to appropriately respond to C.auris outbreak
Support the hospital IPC activities in the allocated duty station in collaboration with the site and project IPC teams.
Train and mentor clinical, auxiliary, housekeeping and environmental services staff on Infection Prevention and Control of antimicrobial resistant pathogens
Prepare and submit weekly updates, monthly, and quarterly reports.


Job specification


Applicant must have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
He or She must have a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or equivalent.
Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and have a valid license.
Additional training in Infection prevention and control will be an added advantage.
He or She must have at least five (5) years working experience post qualification.
Experience in infection prevention and control in a large hospital
Demonstrate computer literacy skills.
Be a team player with excellent communication skills. more

ADVERT REFAD/1/3/25, 2 (TWO) POSTS

The position The position is in the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics in the Faculty of Health Sciences under the MAP - AMR Project - Monitor and Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Kenya (MAP-AMR Kenya)” a five (5) year CDC project that is being conducted in the following hospitals: Kenyatta National Hospital, The Nairobi Hospital, MP Shah... Hospital, Machakos Level 5 Hospital, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital and Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital.

Location


The position holders will be based at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital reporting to the Laboratory Coordinator in the duty station and Project Medical officer


Job description


Receiving and scrutinizing laboratory requisition forms/specimens
Preparing clients for collection of specimens
Receiving/collecting, labelling and registering of specimens
Transferring specimens for processing and analysis
Dispatching the results for clinical management
Storing blood, microbiological specimen/cultures and other body products according to their requirements
Decontaminating working benches


Job specifications


A Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences
Be registered with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
Valid practicing license from Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
Certificate in computer application
He/she should have at least one (1) year experience in supporting laboratory activities in donor funded programs. more

ADVERT REF, AD/1/2/25 1 POST

The position


The position is located in the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics, Faculty of Health Sciences under the Sungura Project Study.


Location


The position will be based at the Kenyatta National Hospital reporting to the Study Coordinator


Job Purpose


The Study Clinical Officer will be responsible for recruitment,... follow-up, retention and monitoring of study participants in accordance with the ICH GCP standards, local ethical and regulatory approval requirements, and the study protocols and SOPs for the Sungura and IMPALA studies.


Job Description


Screen and enrolment of eligible participants
Obtain consent from participants
Provide clinical care of study participants
Support treatment adherence
Collection and entry of study information in approved clinical report forms
Respond to data queries
Complete the required MoH tools and registers for HIV care
Safe and confidential custody of study source and other study documents
Collect and ship study specimen
Prescribe study and other medication
Elicit, report and manage serious adverse events
Ensure retention of study participants in care
Any other duties assigned by supervisor


Job Specifications


A Diploma in Clinical Medicine and registered to practice with the Clinical Officers Council
Minimum of 3 years’ experience with direct clinical care of PLHIV, including prescribing ARVs
Experience in clinical research, participation in clinical trials will be an added advantage
Must have a current Certificate of Good Clinical Practice
Must have a current certificate in Human Subject Protection
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Keen attention to detail
Evidence of possession of intermediate IT skills
Certification in the National Advanced HIV Clinical Course is an added advantage more

REF; AD/1/1/25, ONE (1) POST

The position


The position is in the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics, Faculty of Health Sciences under the Statistician/Data Scientist.


Location


The position holder will be based at the Department of Clinical Medicine and
Therapeutics; Faculty of Health Sciences reporting to the Study Coordinator


Job Purpose


The Data... Quality Officer will be responsible for ensuring high quality data for studies at the Department. He or she will participate in the development of data collection tools, design of questionnaires and forms including data validation checks, data entry, raising of data queries, and conducting exploratory analyses.


Job Description


Participate in the design of data collection tools for clinical studies
Data entry and transcription into the electronic databases
Conduct routine data quality checks under the guidance of the Data Manager and maintain data cleanliness
Maintain a clean log frame of data queries and how they have been resolved
Develop and implement data quality strategies, policies and standards to ensure high-quality data
Perform regular data audits and validation checks to identify and correct inconsistencies, errors and gaps
Collaborate with data entry teams to ensure adherence to data collection protocols and accuracy standards
Document and communicate data quality procedures, findings, and recommendations to management
Provide support for data migration, integration, and cleansing projects
Monitor compliance with data governance policies and ensure that data-related processes are secure and efficient
Conduct exploratory analysis for topline indicators


Job Specifications


Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Statistics and with Computing
He/she should have one (1) year experience in IT and data entry
Must have a current Certificate of Good Clinical Practice
Experience in handling clinical research study data
Experience in a data-handling environment
Applicants having worked on online data entry platform, will have an added advantage more

AD/7/108/24 -1 POST
The Project
The University of Nairobi as legal host of the African Higher Education in Emergencies Network (AHEEN) is implementing a grant in support of refugees and displaced persons in five African countries to ensure their access and completion of higher education degrees courses and their transition to the labour market.
The Person

A suitable candidate must have a... minimum of a Master’s degree in any discipline relevant to AHEEN, a PhD degree is preferred.
Candidates must possess significant executive leadership experience and a proven record of achievement in Education in Emergencies (EiE) and Higher Education in Emergencies (HEiE).
Alongside experience of leading a complex network of implementing AHEEN members, suitable candidates must bring demonstrable experience to successfully lead the RDP Pathways Program through its launch phase. Experience working at the interface of academe and the humanitarian sector and demonstrated competence in implementing programs in emergency contexts respecting Core Humanitarian Standards HS and the INEE Minimum Standards is a requirement.
The successful candidate has the capacity to critically assess evolving fragile contexts and creatively adapt programming in collaboration with AHEEN RDP Pathways implementing members.
In addition, the successful candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrable ability to develop effective working relationships with a diverse set of members and stakeholders in the HEiE sector. The appointee must also demonstrate a clear commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in relation to every aspect of AHEEN’s activity and more widely as a leader in HEiE on the continent.
The applicant must have demonstrated language competence in English, working proficiency in Kiswahili would represent a clear advantage, with additional language proficiency in another African Union working language (Arabic, French, and Portuguese) desirable.

The Position

The Chief Executive Officer will provide leadership and direction for the AHEEN RDP Pathways Project and head the AHEEN RDP Pathways secretariat. The CEO will work closely with implementing members and the AHEEN network as a whole to advocate for the right to education of refugees and displaced persons, develop and monitor high quality programmes, ensure effective implementation of the AHEEN RDP Pathways strategy, drive implementation and manage all aspects of regular grant narrative and financial reporting for the grant holder as well as review reporting from implementing members.

Duties and Responsibilities
Overall responsibility for program management, implementation, communications, evaluation and safeguarding (in coordination with the AHEEN Steering Committee and the AHEEN Advisory Board)

Implement the AHEEN RDP Pathways vision across 10 implementation sites in 5 African countries
Act as liaison with the University of Nairobi leadership, programme coordinators in 10 implementation sites, the AHEEN network coordinator and the programme donor
Operate as a positive role model for the culture of the AHEEN RDP Pathways organization; be principled, inspirational and act with integrity
Develop a highly performing collaborative team; provide the project stakeholders with trusted feedback and advice, be creative in working in low-resource environments and willing to take measured risks.

Qualifications

The suitable candidate must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in any discipline relevant to the objectives of AHEEN, a PhD degree is preferred, and
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in humanitarian work and donor compliance/grants management, preferably related to EiE and HEiE;
Demonstrated competence with MS Word, Excel and any other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software; mastery of responsible monitoring and evaluation (M&E) approaches and tools for fragile contexts, familiarity with learning management systems and EdTech for humanitarian contexts present an important added advantage;
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working within the humanitariandevelopment-peace nexus and the Global Compact on Refugees.
Experience working with a whole-of-society network will be an added advantage.

Terms of Appointment

This is a 3-year contract appointment, renewable based on performance evaluation as standard procedure at the University of Nairobi. We offer a competitive salary along with the benefits afforded to University employees in similar grades. more