Bloggers for Techmtaa in East Africa

Bloggers for Techmtaa in East Africa - Jobs and Vacancies

Yes, Techmtaa is hiring. Techmtaa has seen phenomenal growth over time and it is only good that we expand the team of bloggers.

The job of blogging for Techmtaa is interesting in that it includes working news shifts as a team, traveling to cool events, and of course the best part— testing, playing with, writing and reviewing some new gadgets and tech as they becomes available.

You will be shown around how to be yourself and handle every challenge in the industry.

And for that, we have to give you some details

• Must be located in East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda). It would be great if you live in the big cities in East Africa but we will consider those who are located elsewhere
• You must have deep or passionate knowledge coupled with love of technology and gadgets.
• Previous writing experience is not necessary but it would be great if you have such experience.
• You should have a laptop, internet connection and be able to write at-least 3 articles in a week.

Send an email to tech@techmtaa.com including the following.

• If you are in the Dar-es-salaam, include Dar-es-salaam” in the subject line; if you are in the Kigali, include “Kigali.”
• Your full name and location
• Your availability
• Your background in technology and gadgets
• Your major interest areas in technology (like are you more knowledgeable about Android and Windows Phone 7 than iOS?)
• Anything else about yourself that you think might be relevant to our ability to make a decision
• Two writing samples relevant to the kinds of coverage you think you might find on Techmtaa

Pharmacy Technologist - Embu Children Hospital, Embu

Pharmacy Technologist at Embu Children Hospital in Embu

Embu Children Hospital is a health care provider offering comprehensive medical and dental care services located 1.5km off Embu town. Currently opening town branch at Cathy plaza near Maguna-andu supermarket. The hospital is NHIF approved and in partnership with several co-operate instituitions.

The following vacancies exist in our hospital.

PHARMACY TECHNOLOGIST

Qualifications

• Diploma in pharmacy technologist from a recognized institution
• Must be enrolled by the pharmacy and poisons board
• 2 years working experience in a busy centre.

How to apply:

• Send your application including cover letter indicating your desire to work with us.
• A detailed CV highlighting relevant detail of current and expected salary
• Day time phone contact, email address and the name of three professional referees by close of business 10th August 2011 to:

Chief Executive Officer
Embu Children Hospital
P.O Box 1698 Embu

Tel 068 30950
Fax 068 30754
Cell 0722891560, 0723386706

Email: embuchildrenclinictenri@gmail.com

Laboratory Technologist - Kenya Polytechnic University College, Nairobi

Laboratory Technologist at Kenya Polytechnic University College in Nairobi

LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST – GRADE IXIX (AD/0009111)

The appointee will be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer for the management and administration of the College Health Services laboratory. Applicants should be Kenya citizens with at least a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution, and be registered by the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board. They should have at least 3 years working experience in a hospital or equivalent institution. The appointee will be expected to work beyond normal working hours, including night and weekends.

NOTE:

• Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by a similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, current designation, salary and benefits.
• Candidates applying for teaching positions should indicate details of research activities and publications and the journals in which they appear. They should also give names; current designations and addresses of three 3 referees whom they should request to forward their reports directly to the College Principal.

The REFERENCE NUMBERS of posts applied for should be clearly quoted on the envelopes and if the applicant’s cover letters and addressed to:

The Principal,
The Kenya Polytechnic University College.
P. O. Box 52428 – 00200. City Square, NAIROBI.
E-MAIL: principal@kenpoly.ac.ke

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY 12TH AUGUST 2011

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Education Technologist - The Aga Khan University, Nairobi

Education Technologist at The Aga Khan University in Nairobi

The Aga Khan University, Nairobi invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:


EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIST

The Educational Technologist will work with faculty, students and Information & Communication Technology (ICT) support team to design/adapt and offer new and/or existing courses for blended learning. S/he will adapt and apply appropriate pedagogic strategies and techniques, and principles of instructional design to create blended learning experiences for adult learners. S/he will also advise faculty on the appropriate uses of ICT in blended learning contexts.

• Applicants must have a Masters Degree in Education or Educational Technology or Instructional Design.
• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three years of relevant teaching, curriculum design and/or educational research experience.
• The successful candidate must have excellent technology skills in productivity software, Google Apps and other Free and Open Source Software.
• Knowledge of basic programming, graphic manipulation, editing video and audio will be an added advantage.

To Apply
Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to:

The Manager, Recruitment,
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi.
P. O. Box 30270-00100,
NAIROBI

or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 3rd August 2011. Applications by email are preferred. Visit our website www.aku.edu for more information.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Digital Media Technologist - Aga Khan University, Nairobi

Digital Media Technologist at Aga Khan University in Nairobi

Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, international, not-for-profit University that offers an exceptional education experience and empowers graduates to be catalytic leaders. Focused on small classes, specialised learning, relevant research and applied community service, AKU aspires to build a vibrant intellectual community that taps indigenous knowledge and established international expertise to benefit East Africa.

AKU has 13 campuses in 8 countries.

The University invites applications for the following position:

DIGITAL MEDIA TECHNOLOGIST

Reporting to the Regional Librarian, the Digital Media Technologist will lead in production of a full range of multimedia products including video productions and other multimedia services.

• S/he will be responsible for planning and implementing the multimedia activities for the University library and will maintain a database of medical images, photographic archives and any other digital repository as well as an inventory of both software and hardware for multimedia resources held in the library.
• S/he will coordinate library contribution towards the adoption of e-learning within the University.
• The incumbent will be responsible for drafting policies for multimedia related activities and will be part of the training team on ICT/Multimedia services for AKU user groups and will therefore participate in the development of multimedia technology training programmes among others.
• Applicants should hold a degree in Media Science or Multimedia Technology (or equivalent) and at least 3 years working experience preferably in a training institution.
• S/he should demonstrate competency in scanning, photo manipulation, digital video production and editing as well as the ability to technically handle the relevant equipment.
• In addition s/he should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and for long hours.
• S/he should demonstrate proficiency in web design and in using web development tools like Dreamweaver, CMS, FrontPage/HTML, and Flash etc.

Candidates meeting the above requirements, and seeking professional growth and an excellent work environment should forward their applications, curriculum vitae, and copies of academic and professional certificates and addresses (postal and email) of three referees to the

Regional Manager,
Human Resources and Administration,
Aga Khan University,
P.O. Box 39340 – 00623,
Parklands Nairobi,

by June 30, 2011.

Email:hr.ans@aku.edu.

Tel: 3747483, 3745808,

Fax: 3747004

Please visit www.aku.edu for more details on application procedure.

Senior Technologist, Department of Real Estate & Construction Management at University of Nairobi, Nairobi

Senior Technologist, Department of Real Estate & Construction Management at University of Nairobi in Nairobi

SENIOR TECHNOLOGIST GRADE DEF, DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT – AD/5/238/11- (3 POSTS) – (CAE)

Requirements

• Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Economics, Architectural Studies or Structural Engineering or a Higher National Diploma in Building & Civil Engineering or Architectural Studies.
• In both cases, they must have at least five (5) years experience as a Technologist grade ABC or its equivalent .T
• They should be computer literate. They must show evidence of working knowledge in a Computer Aided Design Package, Activity Scheduling Packages or Quantity Surveying Package.

Those who have either worked in a design office or on a site for at least one and a half years will have an added advantage.

The successful candidates will be expected to assist both undergraduate and postgraduate students in their practicals among other duties.

Note
Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.

Applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for the post in the advertisement.

Applications should be addressed to:
The Principal,
College of Architecture& Engineering,
P.O Box 30197-00100,
Nairobi.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: Friday, 24th June, 2011
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Senior Technologist Grade DEF, Department Of Urban & Regional Planning - University of Nairobi, Nairobi

Senior Technologist Grade DEF, Department Of Urban & Regional Planning at University of Nairobi in Nairobi


SENIOR TECHNOLOGIST GRADE DEF, DEPARTMENT OF URBAN & REGIONAL PLANNING-AD/5/237/11- (1 POST) – (CAE)

Requirements

• Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor of Science degree in relevant subject or a Higher National Diploma in Cartography, Building and Civil Engineering or Architecture, or Urban and Regional Planning or equivalent professional qualification.
• They must have at least five (5) years experience as a Technologist grade ABC or its equivalent .Applicants with expertise in GIS and Remote Sensing will have an added advantage.
• They should be computer literate.

The successful candidate will be expected to assist both undergraduate and postgraduate students in studios, workshops, computer labs and during fieldwork research. He/she will also be expected to carry out routing maintenance of equipment and procure materials among other duties.

Note
Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.

Applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for the post in the advertisement.

Applications should be addressed to:
The Principal,
College of Architecture& Engineering,
P.O Box 30197-00100,
Nairobi.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: Friday, 24th June, 2011.
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