​​Vacancies​​

Keyword

Location

Consultant Opthalmologist

Entity

Aga Khan University

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Introduction

AKU- Department of Surgery is seeking a Consultant Opthalmologist to develop a highly skilled and competent team in the delivery of quality Ophthalmology services to patients and their families as well as teach and carry out research in defined areas of professional interest and knowledge.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will:
  • Implement and monitor educational programmes to facilitate residents’ educational development;
  • Participate in scholarly activity including educational and clinical research and supervising residents’ research as required;
  • Establish clinical services aligned to areas of interest and specialization;
  • Develop a clinical team of which residents/ interns are members with assigned responsibilities; and 
  • Provide pre-determined clinical service, both outpatient and inpatient.

Requirements

  • Must have a Master of Medicine in Opthalmology or its equivalent;
  • Must have specialist recognition from the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council;
  • Must have a minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience at a reputable institution with demonstrated interest in academic and research activities;
  • A fellowship certificate would be an added advantage; and
  • Should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

To Apply

Application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, should be sent to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, Aga Khan University, via the email: hr.universityke@aku.edu

Please quote the position title on the email subject.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by June 16, 2023