Roles and Responsibilities;

• Prepare annual work plan for the department so as to ensure that all relevant public health concerns are captured.
• Oversee planning and implementation of public health programs for disease prevention
• Interpret and ensure enforcement of public health and environmental laws to ensure compliance with national regulations and rules
• Develop and coordinate follow up of defaulter TB patients to curb its spread
• Vet and approve infrastructural development plans for safety to prevent accidents due to collapse
• Inspect work places to ensure occupational safety and health
• Design or use surveillance tools, such as screening, lab reports, and vital records, to identify health risks.
• Develop or implement interventions to address behavioral causes of diseases.
• Direct or manage prevention programs in specialty areas such as occupational, infectious disease, and environmental medicine.
• Identify groups at risk for specific preventable diseases or injuries for early intervention
• Prepare preventive health reports including problem descriptions, analyses, alternative solutions, and recommendations
• Provide information about potential health hazards and possible interventions to the media, the public and government for prevention and control
• Document or review comprehensive patients’ histories with an emphasis on occupation or environmental risks.
• Coordinate or integrate the resources of health care institutions, social service agencies, public safety workers, or other organizations to improve the community health.
• Inspect food premises and food related activities to ensure occupational safety and health
• Collaborate with other departments in the disposal of hazardous waste to ensure safe disposal
• Report any notifiable diseases to the national public health office for prompt action to be taken
• Advise the university on chemicals to be procured for vector control

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Public Health or equivalent from a recognized and registered institution
• At least three (3) years relevant  work experience in a reputable institution
• Registered with Public Health & Technicians Board.
• Valid Practice License
• Computer Literate
• Able to work under pressure

How to Apply

TERMS OF SERVICE:

A competitive remuneration package which includes basic salary, generous house allowance, medical cover will be provided.

For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow, employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

The applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

Applicants should write directly to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration& Finance))

Kenyatta University

P. O. BOX 43844 – 00100

NAIROBI

Applications should be received not later than, 1st August 2022

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Lecturer Job Kenyatta University

Senior Lecturer Job, Latest Teaching Jobs In Kenya,

Qualifications

• An earned PhD degree or equivalent in Music Performance/ Education/ Ethnomusicology or related field from an accredited and recognized university
• At least three (3) years of University teaching experience as full-time Lecturer.
• At least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer
• Successful supervision of at least three (3) Masters Students.
• Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer.
• Evidence of good quality teaching.
• Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops.

How to Apply

TERMS OF SERVICE:

A competitive remuneration package which includes basic salary, generous house allowance, medical cover will be provided.

For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow, employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

The applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

Applicants should write directly to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration& Finance))

Kenyatta University

P. O. BOX 43844 – 00100

NAIROBI

Applications should be received not later than, 1st August 2022

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Dental Assistant Job Kenyatta University

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Roles and Responsibilities;

• Assisting in Chair Side Dental Procedures.
• Mixing materials according to manufacturer’s instructions/ as per indication by the dentist
• Exposing, processing and mounting of radiographs
• Seating and Dismissing of patients
• Controlling the appointment book
• Ensuring that the dental clinic is clean and tidy at all times
• Cold sterilization procedure for all instruments
• Collecting and packaging of sterile instruments
• Ensuring general cleanliness of the dental clinic

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Certificate in Dental Assistantship or related area from a recognized dental institution
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a busy dental facility
• Good customer service skills
• Good communication skills
• Able to work under pressure

How to Apply

TERMS OF SERVICE:

A competitive remuneration package which includes basic salary, generous house allowance, medical cover will be provided.

For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow, employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

The applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

Applicants should write directly to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration& Finance))

Kenyatta University

P. O. BOX 43844 – 00100

NAIROBI

Applications should be received not later than, 1st August 2022

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.