NUTRITION INTERN

Functionally Responsible To: Project Coordinator
Technically Responsible To: Senior Nutrition Officer
Working With: Ministry of Health authorities at district level and Health Facility Staff, Merlin field team.
Location: Lodwar, Turkana County
The Purpose of the Job

• The overall objective of the position is to develop, implement, monitor and report on all nutrition technical aspects of Merlin’s projects in assigned areas of Turkana.
• S/he will ensure that field staff and partners adhere to technical and standard protocols in nutrition.
• S/he will train and mentor staff as well as participate in nutrition assessments, surveys and proposal design processes.
• S/he will be responsible for SFP/OTP activity reporting from field sites to district stakeholders and Merlin management.
• The Nutrition Intern will work under the supervision of the Senior Nutrition Officer and in close collaboration with the MOH authorities and staff at County/district and community level.
• Main duties of the Nutrition Intern:
• Ensure the technical and effective implementation of High Impact Nutrition Intervention
• Supervise, mentor and work in collaboration with the health workers implementing High Impact Nutrition Intervention
• Provide technical support in the management of acute malnutrition (SAM and MAM) in children, pregnant and lactating mothers as per national IMAM guideline.
• Conduct on the job training to health workers, CHWs and other field staff in order to build their capacity in the appropriate implementation of High Impact Nutrition Intervention.
• Conduct monthly health facility data analysis and develop OJT plans based on identified gaps in collaboration with Senior Nutrition Officer and District Nutrition Officer.
• In collaboration with Nurses and other field Officers, organize the logistics for community outreaches.
• Together with the Senior Nutrition Officer ensure proper communication, coordination and harmonization of tools with the different stakeholders involved in food/nutrition activities (World Vision/IRC).
• Participate in nutrition assessments, studies and surveys.
• Participate in the delivery nutrition related trainings for health staff and CHWs.
• Ensure accurate and complete data entry of all HINI components in the relevant MOH reporting tool.
• Facilitate the transportation of monthly reporting tools from health facilities to district for data entry into the DHIS.
• Submit weekly situation reports to the Senior Nutrition Officer.
• Support and contribute in compiling monthly/quarterly nutrition reports, proposal design and development.
• Maintain monthly stocks of all drugs and medical supplies and prepare monthly consumption reports.
• In the absence of Senior Nutrition Officer, attend Health and nutrition coordination meetings and all relevant meetings with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Nutrition or related health field
• At least three years experience in supervising the implementation of nutrition programmes.
• Experience in the implementation of nutrition monitoring activities and malnutrition case detection and management
• Experience of carrying out nutritional surveys at field level
• Fluent spoken & written English
• Excellent management and communications skills
• Previous supervisory experience
• Ability to write clear and concise reports
• Training and facilitation experience
• Computer skills, including MS Office and EPI-Info

To apply for this position
All applications including cover letter and cv should be sent to:
HR Department,
Merlin, Nairobi Office,
P.O Box 3350 – 00200, Nairobi, Kenya

OR

Email to: recruitment@merlin-kenya.org

Application deadline is 5:00pm on Thursday, 5nd September 2013.
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Data Protection
Please note that in accordance with the 1998 Data Protection Act, Merlin will hold and use personal information that you have given for the purpose of recruitment and employment. This information can be stored in manual and/or electronic form.
This information may also be disclosed to third parties in accordance with the Data Protection Act. In cases where a job offer is conditional on ensuring that potential employees’ names do not appear on counter terrorism lists generated by the United Nations, European Union or the United States due to donor funding requirements, Merlin will use the information that you have given for checking that your name does not appear on these lists.

INTERN

Location: Nairobi

Job description Overview

bidorbuy.co.ke provides a platform for individuals and companies to buy and sell online.

Fast paced, dynamic and a leader in its sector, bidorbuy is recognised for innovative approaches, advanced systems and quality delivery. We are looking for individuals to join our dynamic team. Experience the thrill of being part of one of Africa’s fastest growing internet companies.

Are you an articulate, enthusiastic client-focused professional? If yes, you have a fantastic opportunity to join our small team in this fascinating industry. Support and build relationships with our trading community, the bidorbuy sellers and buyers.

Our internship is designed to offer real insight into our business. From day one you’ll be part of the team. You’ll face real challenges, have real client exposure, enjoy real achievements and have your talents recognised every step of the way. You’ll be responsible for projects and tasks that matter to the business. You’ll expand your knowledge, skills and confidence. Above all, you’ll experience the team spirit that makes bidorbuy such a special place to work in.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a young, passionate and vibrant person to fill an Intern position. The work demands self-motivation, up-to-date knowledge of industry and a professional approach. The ideal candidate must have great passion for e-commerce. We’re looking for people with vision, enthusiasm and demonstrated leadership skills. We look not only for raw intellectual ability, but also for curiosity and aptitude for problem-solving. Our employees have a wide range of experiences, interests and degrees, but they all share the ambition to achieve excellence.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Deal directly with customers either by telephone, email or in person.
• Attend to all email queries via the bidorbuy help desk system.
• Resolve all customer support queries.
• Enforce bidorbuy rules, policies and terms of use insofar as client transactions and behaviour is concerned.
• Assist buyers and sellers with queries relating to transactions, listings, ratings, payments, shipments and the like.
• Follow up progress on customer inquiries.
• Deal with customer complaints and resolve them with a positive problem-solving attitude.
• Attend to general client relations and logistics tasks.
• Be ready to work a flexi-work week consisting of 42 hours a week, which will include Saturdays.
• You will be also responsible for driving the business within a particular category group on bidorbuy.co.ke, taking ownership of it. This includes:
• Business development and growing the base of buyers and sellers for those categories.
• Building relationships around niche interest groups and initiating participation in relation to those categories.
• Procurement of stock for bidorbuy managed stores.
• Supplier relations.
• Listing management.
• Managing supply chain contacts.
• Willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and work on time-sensitive, critical tasks, and readiness to accept that no job is too small for you.

Personality traits

• High level of professionalism and work ethic.
• Helpful, willing and friendly attitude.
• A high level of written and spoken English, fluency in Kiswahili.
• Self- motivation.
• Attention to detail.
• Good telephone etiquette.
• Flexibility/adaptability.
• Analytical thinking.
• Strong networking and communication ability.
• Goal and delivery focused.
• Creativity and high energy levels.
• Consistent performer.
• Work well under pressure.

Qualifications and experience requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or a business related qualification is advantageous.
• Any work experience in service industry, preferably in the internet industry (online retail, banking, gaming or e-commerce) is advantageous, but not essential.
• Computer literacy in MS Office and email communications required, as well as internet proficiency.
• Knowledge of administration processes.
• Recruitment details

Due to the volume of applications, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 14 days of the application deadline, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Location: The position is based in Parklands Nairobi, Kenya.

Duration: 12 months, with opportunity of being offered a full-time position after.

How to apply:

In order to be considered for an interview, email your application to hello@bidorbuy.co.ke with the following documentation:

A concise CV with personal details, education details and any previous as well as current work experience.

A brief motivation highlighting why you feel we should hire you and why you would be a fitting candidate for bidorbuy.

Closing Date for applications is 12 September 2013

DRIVER

The Management University of Africa is a private University in Kenya located off Mombasa Road in Nairobi.  We are looking for dynamic, self driven and result oriented professional to fill the below position. (For more information about MUA visit www.mua.ac.ke).

The successful candidate will provide reliable and efficient driving services to the University staff members, students and the Vice - Chancellor also assist with the day-to-day clerical duties.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be required to carry out the following duties: 
• To meet the licensing requirements for the motor vehicle to be operated.
• To operate the motor vehicle in a safe and prudent manner. 
• To check the motor vehicle for damage before accepting the motor vehicle for any journey.
• To report motor vehicles’ operating condition at the end of every journey.
• To report all accidents involving University vehicles to the relevant office immediately they occur.
• To comply with all applicable traffic laws and university regulations.
• To ensure that motor vehicles and their contents are secure all the time.
• Attend to all MUA clients with respects and good customer relation.
• To ensure that the motor vehicle is properly serviced during the course of operation or notify the officer in charge of the required servicing.
• To request each passenger to fasten their safety belt when operating any motor.

Requirements For The Position:

• The successful candidates should have:-
• Valid driving license with classes BCE 
• At least five (5) years’ driving experience.
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
• Minimum age of 32 years.
• First hand in Mechanical and lubrication
• Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department -C.I.D (Not more than 6 month old).
• Good communication skills
• Computer literacy will be an advantage.

How To Apply 

Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements above should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 23rd August 2013. 

The Management University of Africa is an equal opportunity employer.

THE VICE CHANCELLOR

The Management University of Africa

P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, NAIROBI

Email: vc@mua.ac.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted