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Jobs at Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN)

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  • Open Jobs
    1. Prevention & Control of Infection Coordinator
    2. Manager – Medical Services
    3. Revenue Accountant
  • Method of Application

Jobs at Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN)

Prevention & Control of Infection Coordinator

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Nairobi
  • Job Field Medical / Healthcare&nbsp

Key Responsibilities 

  • Conduct regular rounds in all hospital departments to discuss, monitor and follow the infection control practices with staff personnel.
  • Collect data on healthcare associated infections from all hospital departments and maintain records for each case.
  • Monitor compliance to infection prevention and control practices in all areas of the hospital.
  • Lead in development of policies and guidelines to guide infection control practices in all areas of the hospital.
  • Provide oversight of compliance with infection prevention and control practices in the outreach centers.
  • Coordinate with the hospital leadership regarding priorities, resources and quality improvement related to the infection prevention and control program.
  • Ensure a systematical collection, analysis, and interpretation of health data to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate health practices.
  • Investigate infection control problems/outbreaks and arrange follow-up care for patients exposed to infectious diseases.
  • Implement educational programs to provide staff with knowledge and skills regarding infection control practices and preventive measures to provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Ensure availability of supplies/equipment needed to prevent infections.
  • Prepare monthly statistical report for presentation on behalf of infection control committee.
  • Report hospital infection outbreaks to the Chair and Prevention and Control of Infection Committee members.
  • Report any ‘reportable’ disease to the local government public health authorities.
  • Collaborate with Occupational Health & Safety Unit to ensure employee vaccinations are up to date.

The requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, or other related field from a recognized Institution.
  • At least five (5) years’ work experience in an acute care setting, with two (2) years’ experience as a Prevention & Control of Infection Coordinator.
  • Valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative & customer care skills.

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Method of Application

The Revenue Accountant will be responsible for the entire accounts receivable cycle, ensuring robust internal controls, strict adherence to financial policies, and the accurate & timely recording of all revenue transactions. The role acts as a central point of expertise and support for school level bursars, directly impacting the financial health and operational stability of our schools.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
The successful candidate will be directly accountable for the following:

  • Revenue Accounting & Bank Reconciliation: Oversee the student invoicing process, reconcile the Student Information System (SIS) with revenue records and class registers, and ensure all students are billed correctly per the approved fee structure, perform timely and accurate bank reconciliations
  • Compliance & Control: Ensure all financial transactions comply with school policies and accounting standards. Validate all discounts, staff rebates scholarships, and financial assistance against approved schedules. Ensure the completeness of receipt sequences and reconcile all receipts to bank deposits.
  • Debt Management & Reporting: Proactively manage the collection of outstanding payments, monitor overdue accounts, and maintain accurate aging reports. Prepare regular accounts receivable reports, aging analyses, and revenue performance data for management.
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Support the annual revenue budgeting process, perform variance analysis, and conduct competitor set analysis to inform fee structure approvals. Provide accurate student statistics and revenue narratives.
  • Systems & Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation within the revenue function.
  • Stakeholder Support & Capacity Building: Train, mentor, and provide ongoing support to school bursars on the SIS, Excel, and revenue reporting. Serve as a point of contact for resolving complex revenue-related inquiries from schools and parents.
  • Audit & Compliance: Ensure full readiness for internal and external audits by preparing all necessary documentation and reconciliations for debtors and bank.

The requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
  • A completed professional of CPA (K) or ACCA.
  • Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in revenue accounting.
  • Extensive work experience in a school environment is a distinct advantage.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and knowledge of a major accounting software.
  • Strong analytical ability and meticulous orientation to detail.
  • Proven skills in planning, organizing and coordinating.
  • Excellent written and inter-personal communication skills.
  • Unquestionable integrity, reliability and a commitment to confidentiality.

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