Chemonics /Kenya Pharma is a USAID funded project that seeks to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable pharmaceutical supply chain management system.
Its aim is to distribute drugs for the care and treatment of persons with HIV/AIDs in Kenya.
Chemonics/Kenya Pharma has the following vacancies:
Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Position Description
The Operations Manager is responsible for the following project functions and services: procurement of local goods and services required to support the project operations, physical facilities, in-country air and ground transportation, international travel, filing, translation, and ensuring compliance with USAID regulations, Chemonics policies and procedures, and Government of Kenya regulations and laws.
S/he will to ensure the timely provision of operations services to the project through supervision, oversight, guidance and support to a staff consisting of an administrative assistant and drivers.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that the office functions according to Chemonics systems and practices and in compliance with local labor laws and practices, as well as USAID policy.Oversee and manage delivery of adequate, timely administrative and logistical support to project operations.Train and supervise other local staff, including administrative and office assistants, drivers, translators, and other staff as project needs dictate.Responsible for vehicle maintenance, office maintenance, including physical infrastructure, and office communications.Assist in Human Resources activities.Orient procedures for new staff and short-term consultants.Maintain regular communications with the Kenya Pharma team and partners.B.A. required/Masters preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.Minimum 7 years project management experience, including the supervision of employees required.Thorough knowledge of USAID and its contractual and reporting requirements required.Strong organizational and prioritization skills required.Ability to work both independently and in a team required.Send CV and cover letter with three referees to recruit@kenyapharma.org no later than November 21th, 2010.
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