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Monday, January 25, 2010

8-4-4 Secondary School Scholarships 2010

Premier Academy Charitable Trust is awarding Four Scholarships to deserving Kenyans to pursue Secondary School education under the 8-4-4 system in any Registered School in Kenya.

Criteria for Qualification:

To qualify, the applicant must :
  1. be a Kenyan citizen
  2. have passed the KCPE examinations of November 2009 with a score of 400 and above
  3. have secured admission to a Registered Secondary School in Kenya following the 8-4-4 curriculum
  4. provide references of good conduct from both the school and an external source such as the local Councillor / Church / Area Chief
  5. be unable to meet the expenses, proof of which will be required
Value of Scholarship:

The Scholarship will cover the total fees and other mandatory expenses as laid down by the school offering admission, on an annual basis for the full duration of the course, subject to conditional academic progress of the recipient at the discretion of the Trust.

Application Procedure:

Eligible candidates must submit a handwritten application together with:
  1. a certified copy of their KCPE result
  2. a letter of recommendation from the Head Teacher of their Primary School
  3. a letter of Admission from a Registered Secondary School
  4. a contact Telephone Number.
The above should be delivered on or before Thursday, 18th February 2010 by post to:

The Admissions Office,
Premier Academy
P.O. Box 39513, 00623
Nairobi

Applicants who do not hear from the Trust by Monday, 22nd February 2010 may deem their application unsuccessful.

Head of Finance Employment Opportunity: Alexander Forbes



Alexander Forbes is a leading provider of financial, risk, insurance broking and healthcare solutions in Kenya.

In order to support its fast growing operations and enhancement of shareholder value, the company is seeking to recruit a qualified and result oriented individual to fill the position of

Head of Finance

Reporting to the Group CEO, the purpose of this position is to formulate and implement financial strategies and policies, co-ordinate the financial structures across the respective Alexander Forbes businesses in order to ensure the achievement of business targets, reporting and shareholder value.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise the Board and Management on financial matters
  • Provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of financial management strategies and policies
  • Oversee the continuous development and implementation of sound financial management systems
  • Ensure integrity in financial and management reporting
  • Manage annual audits, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Implementing continuous financial audit and control systems
  • Preparing annual budgets, financial plans, feasibility studies and all other financial documents, including forecasts
  • Reporting and Regulatory compliance
  • Lead and develop staff in the department
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
  • Bachelors Degree and an accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/CA). Possession of a Masters Degree will be an added advantage
  • At least five (5) years experience in financial management, three (3) of which should be at senior management level
  • Exposure and experience in the use of International Accounting Standards
  • Well developed IT skills with proficiency in computerised accounting applications and systems
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position (and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above) and you are interested in a challenging career opportunity with an attractive remuneration package, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts, to reach us on or before 26th February 2010 addressed to:

The Group Chief Executive Officer
Alexander Forbes
benefits @ aforbes.co.ke
10th Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Argwings Kodhek Road, Opposite Nairobi Hospital
P O Box 52439, City Square, Nairobi, 00200

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kampala, Uganda Vacancy - Policy Officer Education

Ref: POE/KNU/1-2010

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kampala, Uganda
Vacancy - Policy Officer Education

Our client, the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN), Kampala, Uganda is seeking to recruit a Policy Officer Education.

The position of Policy Officer Education falls under the Head of Development Cooperation.

The Policy Officer works in an education cluster that currently consists of 3 policy advisers.

Purpose/Mission:

Support for the primary education sub-sector constitutes an important component of the development cooperation activities of the Netherlands Embassy in Uganda.

Most of the activities are undertaken in partnership with other donors and sectoral stakeholders.

Qualification/Skills:
  • A university degree, preferably at master level with an orientation in Development and Education
  • In depth knowledge of teacher education and training
  • Knowledge of curriculum and instructional materials processes
  • Experience with teaching, learning and educational assessment processes
  • Conversant with educational planning, implementation and monitoring
  • Familiarity with management and data analysis
  • Experience with project management
  • Familiarity with Uganda government systems and Ugandan budgetary procedures, preferably in education, is essential
Principal Accountabilities:
  • Work and art as a focal point within the education cluster,
  • Participate in sector policy dialogue at national level and ensure harmonisation of Dutch development policy on education.
  • Provide technical input on education matters.
  • Originate, manage and evaluate project activities and track the budget support provided to the education sector.
  • Monitor & evaluate sector performance, identify bottlenecks and suggest corrective actions within Education Development Partners (EDP) as well as within the Joint Budget Support Framework.
  • Initiate and harness inter-sectoral dialogue with MoLC and MOPS and with Civil Society Organisations (CSO).
  • Promote CSO as well as private sector participation in educational activities at all levels.
  • Represent EKN at sector meetings on education.
Personal Profile:

The Policy Officer Education is more than just a project-manager but also acts as an advising consultant.

This person is committed to the cause of empowering Ugandans through the provision of quality education; is willing to go an extra mile to achieve his/her objectives; listens to other people's voices; is present without being intrusive; creates consensus without coercing; is knowledgeable and shares knowledge spontaneously; is compassionate and mindful of people's sensitivities.

If you can meet the above qualifications and experience, please send a one page application letter, CV and contacts of 3 professional references.

Quote the above reference number on the envelope.

The closing date for the position is the 26th February, 2010.

No e-mail communication will be entertained.

Canvassing, directly or indirectly will result in disqualification.

Impact Management Consultants ltd
Kampala
Tel: +256 312 280284
P.O. Box 9098
1st Street, Industrial Area, Plot 77

Nairobi
Mobile: 0712 530615
P.O. Box 48633 00100
Nairobi

Family Health International (FHI) Employment Opportunities

FHI is among the largest and most established nonprofit organizations active in international public health with a mission to improve lives worldwide through research, education, and services in family health.

We are seeking qualified Uganda nationals for an upcoming regional HIV/TB program based in Mbarara, Uganda.

1. Associate Director

The Associate Director for the HIV/TB program will be responsible for project management of a team that will design and implement activities for the HIV/TB projects.

The Deputy Chief of Party will report to the Chief of Party.

Responsibilities
  • Overall project management of a team of advisors, IT and operations staff
  • Set up operational management systems and procedures for Project staff and consortium partners
  • Project results reporting
  • Provides technical leadership and management of the project’s technical teams.
  • Supports the Chief of Party in the overall management and implementation of the program
Position Requirements:
  • Masters’ degree in public health, or a related advanced degree;
  • 7-10 years experience managing staff to implement large scale public health programs and setting up operational systems and procedures for HIV/TB programs
  • Technical experience in areas of TB and HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment
  • Developing country work experience
  • Prior experience in a leadership role on USAID-funded projects
  • Excellent communication skills, demonstrated leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively across management and technical disciplines.
2. Finance and Administration Director

The Finance and Administration (F&A) Director will provide financial leadership to ensure efficient oversight of financial operations, including life of project and core activity budget, and provide ongoing capacity development needs.

The F&A Director will report to the Country Director and interface with USAID/Uganda and program partners as required.

Responsibilities
  • Prepares monthly and annual financial reports, including financial status of account activities, with accompanying bank documentation and receipts.
  • Interpret and apply funding regulations to ensure that all FHI policies and procedures and federal procurement and contracting requirements are met for sub-agreement and subcontracting activities.
  • Maintain detailed accounting records and ensure accurate book-keeping for the project.
  • Provide support with the internal audit functions, and provide responses and/or training consistent with the external audit recommendations.
  • Contribute to the development and review of the FHI overall project budget and the sub-partners’ subagreement budgets.
  • Maintain financial spreadsheets and databases to track sub-partner obligations and spending.
  • Participate in financial analysis exercises to determine project burn rates, assess sub-partner spending, and complete the quarterly pipeline tool.
  • Interface with project sub-partners on pre-award reviews, banking and reimbursement issues, and financial closeouts, including review and (as necessary) provision of guidance to correct their Recipient Monthly Financial Reports
  • Participate in the preparation of monthly cash flow requests and financial reports for submission to the donor and/or FHI headquarters.
Position Requirements:
  • BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and 9 - 11 years relevant work experience; or MBA/MS/MA/MPH and 7 - 9 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with USAID-funded projects will be an added advantage
  • Proven skills in management, supervision and leadership
  • Knowledge of basic accounting including general ledger and automated accounting systems with the use of database spreadsheets
  • Skills in interpreting financial information and analyzing financial reports.
3. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer

The M&E Officer will provide technical leadership in M&E systems design and implementation, and develop appropriate guidelines to support USAID/Uganda and its Implementing Partners in conducting M&E and reporting results.

Additionally, the M&E Advisor will deliver M&E training, and interface with USAID/Uganda as required. The M&E Advisor will report to the Chief of Party.

Responsibilities
  • Provide hands-on M&E support to USAID/Uganda and its consortium partners
  • Develop M&E tools and guidelines
  • Conduct data quality assessments
  • Conduct M&E capacity building training
  • Coordinate data gathering and aggregation
  • Analyze data and prepare sector-specific and crosscutting M&E reports
Position Requirements:
  • 8+ years of experience designing and implementing M&E systems
  • Significant experience working with HIV/TB programs, including HMIS. Expertise in Lot Quality Assurance Surveys an added advantage
  • Experience with USAID-funded projects
  • Management skills
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Experience with capacity building activities for M&E
  • Experience with data quality assessment
FHI has a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates please submit cover letter, resume including salary requirements via email to: Fkitaka @ fhi.org or may register online through FHI’s Global Staffing Database at https://recruiting.fhi.org. or mail to:

Country Director,
Plot 15 Kitante Close,
P.O Box 5768 Kampala,
Uganda

to be received not later than February 08, 2010.

Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

Handwritten applications will be disqualified.

Please quote Ref Number indicated alongside the position while sending your application.

No phone calls please!

* Offers are contingent upon awarded proposal

Economic Advisor and Administrative Assistant Job Vacancies at Irish Aid

Economic Advisor

Ireland has been providing development assistance to Tanzania since 1979, and the present country strategy focuses assistance in the areas of general budget support, agriculture, health and governance.

This year Ireland’s direct bilateral assistance to Tanzania will be approx €30 million, of which around one third is general budget support (GBS).

The Economic Advisor will be required to provide technical and analytical support to the Embassy on the general budget support programme, including public financial management, and provide economic support and analysis to the other focal areas of health, agriculture and governance. The individual would join a team of six advisors.

Qualifications:

The economist must have:
  • a Master’s level education or equivalent in economics with experience working as an Economist;
  • knowledge of public financial management, public expenditure reviews, fiscal decentralisation and budget support processes;
  • knowledge and experience of Tanzania and how the budget works from within the government will be an added advantage, and
  • excellent liaison and communication skills.
Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant shall report to the Head of Administration and shall be responsible for carrying out administrative duties mainly procurement, secretarial and other support as required at the Embassy.

S/he shall also provide support for the provision of day-to-day information technology requirements of the Embassy.

Qualifications:

The Administrative Assistant must have:
  • a recognised Bachelor Degree in Public/Business Administration;
  • training and experience in administration and information technology;
  • at least three years experience of progressively responsible clerical administrative work;
  • excellent communication and networking skills, sound judgement and the ability to extract, interpret and present information and data, and
  • excellent computer skills.
Conditions

The Embassy will offer a comprehensive local salary reflecting the responsibilities of the posts and the successful applicants’ skills and experience.

An initial three year contract will be offered, subject to successful completion of a six month probation period.

The post will be based in the Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam, but successful candidates may also be required to undertake some in-country and international travel.

Application

Please send a cover letter and CV to Embassy of Ireland, PO Box 9612, Dar es Salaam or by email to Rita.Bowen @ dfa.ie not later than 17 February 2010 for the Economic Advisor position and to Deusdedith.Magala @ dfa.ie by 05 February 2010 for the Administrative Assistant position.

Detailed job descriptions for Economic Advisor and Administrative Assistant posts are available on request from Ms. Rita Bowen and Mr. Deusdedith Magala respectively.

Only short listed candidates will be notified.

Canvassing will disqualify.

The Embassy of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

Research on Poverty Alleviation (REPOA) Senior Visiting Research Fellows

REPOA is a non-profit Non Governmental Organization (NGO), registered under the laws of Tanzania with the key functions of undertaking and facilitating research as well as conducting and coordinating training and promoting dialogue and development of policy for pro-poor growth and poverty reduction.

The Vision of REPOA is to be a leading research institution in the production of knowledge to address development challenges and its overall objective is to contribute to the development of Tanzania by facilitating the creation and use of knowledge.

To achieve both the vision and overall objective, REPOA works hand in hand with various stakeholders which include; the Government of Tanzania (GoT), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), researchers, research institutions, private sector and various International Development Partners.

The institution envisages a number of medium term goals.

Some of these include;
  • To strengthen the capacity of the intellectual resource (of both the producers and users of the knowledge products),
  • To undertake, facilitate and encourage strategic research, and
  • To facilitate and stimulate the utilization of research findings and increase the use of evidences-based decision making.
REPOA invites applications from senior academic scholars with extensive research experience (on sabbatical or recently retired), to spend six to twelve months at the institution spearheading research in the areas of ‘Growth and Poverty’, ‘Vulnerability and Social Protection’, Climate Change, Governance, and Service Provision.

Duties and responsibilities
  • Design, coordinate and undertake research, covering both theoretical, empirical and policy issues; The final work, to be published locally and internationally, will be widely disseminated.
  • Facilitate seminars on mentioned research areas.
  • Work with a team of researchers to build their capacity in conducting research in these areas.
Required Qualifications and Skills
  • PhD in Economics or Social Sciences;
  • Over six years of post PhD research experience in teaching and research specialising in economic, socioeconomic policies and development issues in least developed countries;
  • Strong capabilities in quantitative analysis;
  • Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English. Proven ability to share knowledge and being open to sharing experiences with others;
  • A distinguished record of published work under either of these two areas, and
  • An extensive professional network.
Conditions
  • REPOA will provide travel and an attractive living allowance.
Mode of Application

Qualified applicants are welcome to apply and should send their typed application letter, detailed CV, including two referees to the address below.

REPOA has publications and reports on these research areas within the Tanzanian context which we can provide to interested parties

Women are highly encouraged to apply.

Applications should be sent to:

The Executive Director,
Research on Poverty Alleviation
157 Migombani Street, Regent Estate
P.O. Box 33223, Dar es Salaam

Phone: (22) 2700083 / 0784 555 655

Fax: (22) 2775738

Email: repoa @ repoa.or.tz

Research on Poverty Alleviation, REPOA, undertakes and facilitates research, conducts and coordinates training, and promotes dialogue and development of policy for pro-poor growth and poverty reduction.

www.repoa.or.tz

Capital Markets Authority: Consultancy Services for the East African ICT Impact Investing Project

EOI NO. CMA/05/2009-2010

One of the principle mandates of the Authority is the development of the venture capital and private equity markets in Kenya.

In line with this, the Minister for Finance gazetted the Capital Markets Venture Capital Companies Regulations on September 21, 2007.

The purpose of venture capital and private equity is to meet the funding needs of entrepreneurial companies that do not have the size, assets and operating histories necessary to obtain capital from the money markets.

To encourage growth of venture capital and private equity markets in Kenya and thus deepen the local and regional capital and financial markets in general, the Authority seeks to engage a consultant to carry out research and produce a detailed report that highlights the challenges faced by impact investors looking to invest in early stage ICT ventures in East Africa.

Impact investors invest in ventures where the social impact is high but the financial returns are not sufficiently high to attract market rate private risk capital.

In so doing impact investors can fill an “equity gap” and generate significant social returns.

Further, the consultant is expected to provide substantive details of the sort of impact investing opportunities that exist but are currently falling into an “equity gap” and therefore going un-funded, and propose creative solutions that might overcome these challenges over the medium to long term.

The consultant is expected to present and discuss the findings to a task force composed of local and international impact investing experts.

Objectives of the Assignment

The main objective of this consultancy is to
  1. identify the impediments to socially impactful technology investments in the region
  2. identify 10-15 possible technology investments that could be attractive to impact investors, and
  3. to develop tangible recommendations on steps that could be taken to overcome the existing obstacles to successful impact investing and venture capital in the East African ICT sector.
We believe the achievement of these objectives will go a long way in creating successful impact investing in East Africa’s various economic sectors.

Scope of Work

The consultant(s) will be expected to;
  1. Report on the concept and process of undertaking impact investing research within the region;
  2. Determine the challenges faced by impact investors looking to invest in early stage ICT ventures in East Africa;
  3. Provide substantive details of the sort of impact investing opportunities that exist but are currently falling into an “equity gap” and therefore going unfunded;
  4. Propose creative solutions that might overcome these challenges over the medium to long term.
  5. Prepare, summarize and disseminate the findings along with clear implementation plan/ matrix with timeframes and discuss them with a panel of experts composed of both local and international professionals.
  6. Discuss the findings in a stakeholder’s forum and consider the various views for incorporation into the report and/ or implementation matrix.
The Capital markets Authority (CMA) now invites interested eligible individuals (or teams of individuals) to express their interest on the above assignment.

Interested persons must meet the following minimum criteria:-
  1. Demonstrated ability and capacity to undertake the assignment. This should include relevant documentary evidence of past similar accomplishments with appropriate references including client list.
  2. Knowledge of the financial services sector with expertise in finance, business planning, and financial deal structuring
  3. Experience in facilitating complex meetings with senior level stakeholders for effective resolutions.
Interested persons should:
  1. Submit detailed individual profile
  2. Submit copies of Registration and Tax compliance certificates
  3. Provide physical address
Shortlisted persons will be issued with a request for Proposal (RFP) document with specific terms of reference.

Completed expression of interest documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked on top with the name of this consultancy should be addressed to:-

The Chief Executive,
Capital Markets Authority,
Ref: EOI for IIP
P.O Box 74800 – 00200,
Nairobi.

Tel: 254-20-2221910/22218691,
Fax: 254-020-342824

Email: corporate @ cma.or.ke

And must be deposited in the Tender Box clearly marked at the 5th floor, Kenya Reinsurance Plaza Building, Taifa Road, Nairobi so as to be received on or before 3 February, 2010 at 11.00 A.M

Nile Basin Initiative - Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Programme Job: Social Development Officer

The Nile Basin Initiative:

The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) is a partnership of the riparian states of the Nile Basin. The NBI began with a participatory process of dialogue among the riparian states that resulted in the agreement on a shared vision: to "achieve sustainable socio-economic development through the equitable utilization of, and benefit from, the common Nile Basin water resources".

A Strategic Action Program was developed to translate the vision into concrete activities and projects. The Strategic action Program is divided into two major components: the basin-wide Shared Vision Program to build confidence and capacity across the basin, and the Subsidiary Action Programs to initiate concrete investments and action on the ground at sub-basin levels.

The Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Program (NELSAP):

The countries of the Nile Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Program - Burundi, D.R. Congo, Egypt, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda - seek to achieve joint action on the ground through cooperative investments that promote poverty alleviation, economic growth, and the reversal of environmental degradation in the sub-basin.

A small NELSAP-Coordination Unit (NELSAP-CU) based in Kigali, Rwanda, in collaboration with the NBI-Secretariat in Entebbe, Uganda, coordinates and facilitates the activities of the program. The NELSAP countries, and especially Rwanda, Burundi and D.R Congo, have integrated efforts to address post conflict challenges in their PRSPs, and are seeking to achieve lasting peace in addition to advancing regional integration through private sector led development.

The NBI Shared Vision Program:

The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) is a regional partnership, among the basin states of the Nile, which provides a forum for cooperative development of the water resources of the Nile River.

The Shared Vision Program 4SVP), one of the two major Programs within the Nile Basin, is a basin wide, grant funding of collaborative action, exchange of information and training.

SVP includes eight projects, seven of these are thematic projects related to environment, power trade, agriculture, water resources planning and management, applied training, confidence building and stakeholder involvement, and benefit sharing.

SVP is executed by the Secretariat of the Nile Basin (Nile-Sec) on behalf of the Nile Council of Ministers (Nile-COM). An eighth project which provides a coordinating role among the various SVP projects is located at the Nile Basin Initiative Secretariat (Nile-Sec).

Position: Social Development Officer

The Social Development Specialist position is one of several which support the core operational work of the NELSAP.

The Social Development Specialist provides the basic sector and technical expertise specifically on social development issues in the institution, and incumbents contribute to the design and implementation of regional and country-specific sector strategies.

The Specialist performs technical analyses of social or community development operations, participate in or lead operational missions, in particular, those aspects related to social development; establish and maintain the quality of NELSAP's portfolio; provide technical advice to clients and other NELSAP's Units/programs/projects on key social issues, including approaches for dealing with vulnerable groups, gender, youth and other issues; and coordinate consultations with stakeholders and facilitate the dissemination of best practices in design and implementation of social development.

The Specialist will focus on Social Development inputs to regional multi-sector investment projects of the Nile Equatorial Lakes Program (NELSAP) covering DRC, Egypt, Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda.

The Social Development Specialist will be based in Kigali, Rwanda, but will travel extensively within the NEL Region.

She/he will, among others, will take responsibility and provide senior technical expertise and leadership for the inclusion of relevant social and gender analysis in the NELSAP activities.

Duration and Nature of Appointment

The initial appointment will be for 1 year with a 6-month probation period.

Based on performance, the appointment can be extended on a one-year basis through the completion of the NELSAP-ISP project.

How to apply

Prospective candidates are required to read the detailed qualification requirements, terms of reference for the job and selection criteria from the Nile Basin Website at: www.nilebasin.org or http://nelsap.nilebasin.org before submitting their applications.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and CV including date of birth and nationality to the Regional Coordinator, NELSAP Coordination Unit, Kigali-Rwanda by Monday, February 24th , 2010 to email: nelcuvacancy @ nilebasin.org copied to nelcu @ nilebasin.org quoting the job title.

Please note that:
  • The shortlist will not contain more than two candidates from any one country
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified
  • Regional balance in job distribution between the NELSAP member countries will be considered without necessarily compromising merit.
  • Nile Basin Initiative is an equal opportunity employer.
  • Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

SACCO Accountant/Administrative Officer Job Vacancy

Reports to: Central Management Committee

Purpose:
  • The Accountant and Administrative officer manages the Saccos day-to-day activities in collaboration with the SACCO CMC
Required Skills and qualifications
  • Bachelors Degree in Commerce-Accounting or Diploma in Cooperative Management and Certified Public Accountant part II
  • Three years minimum experience with a busy SACCO
  • Fluent in English and Kiswahili with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Computer skills (MS Word, Excel); experience with loan tracking software a plus.
Applications to be sent to the following email address: sacco.accountant @ gmail.com no later than 29th January 2010.

Availability is immediate and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

County Council of Kwale Employment Opportunity

1. Information Technology Officer
(Salary Scale 10)

Responsibilities
  • Overseas the daily performance of computer systems within the Council.
  • Assist assigned users in use of computer softwares, including standard office software, website and electronic mails.
  • Identify and resolve computer operations problems and network configurations.
  • Perform other responsibilities in line with the above position
Qualifications
  • A C+ (plus) and above in "0" level
  • A minimum of a diploma in information Technology from a reputable institutions
  • Good knowledge in windows Server, Microsoft Office suits and active directory: Knowledge of Local Authority Intergrated Financial Operations Management Systems (LAIFORMS) will be an added advantage
  • Experience in computer programming, networking, set up of computer hardware and software
  • Ability to provide IT training individually and in group based setting.
  • Highly motivated, dedicated and a team player. At least three years experience in similar position in a reputable organisation
  • Age limit 21 to 35 years
Salary £11340X£321-£12945x£354-£15069X£399-£16665P.A

The successful candidate will be employed on permanent and pensionable terms and a house allowance of KSH. 12,000.00

Procurement Supplies Officer
(Scale 10)

Responsibilities
  • To ensure procurement of goods and services is done as per the Public Procurement and disposal Act and regulation.
  • To ensure proper management of the Council stores and up to date records are maintained
  • To advise the Council on matters relating to tenders and maintaining proper records of the tenders.
  • To assist the Council on matters of planning on all Procurement issues as required by the Procurement Act.
Qualifications
  • C+ OR Div II and above
  • A Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Supplies Management from a recognized institution
  • At least 3 years experience in related fields.
  • Age limit 35 years and above
Market Inspector I/Market Masters
(Scale 10)

Responsibilities
  • To be incharge of all Council Markets
  • Overseeing of revenue collection from Council Markets including plot rents.
Qualifications
  • C+ and above
  • A Diploma or CPA II from a recognized institution
  • At least 3 years experience in the same field.
  • Age limit 30 years and above
Salary £11340X£321-£12945x£354-£15069X£399-£16665P.A

The successful candidate will be employed on permanent and pensionable terms and a house allowance of KSH. 12,000.00

Applicants should send a hand written application letter, CV photocopies of certificates and testimonials and day telephone number to the address below, so as to reach him not later than 10th February,2010.

County Council of Kwale
P.O Box 4
Kwale

Commissioner General (CG) Job: Revenue Authority of Burundi

Exciting Career Opportunity

Senior Executive Position in East Africa
(Re-advertisement)

Ref: BMF/OBR/01

The Burundi Ministry of Finance on behalf of the Government of Burundi is establishing, a new semi-autonomous Office Burundais Des Recettes (OBR) / Revenue Authority of Burundi commencing its initial start-up operations in early 2010 with the support of the UK, Belgium and the World Bank.

In order to ensure that the OBR delivers on its mandate, our clients are seeking to recruit a high calibre, results oriented and self driven professional who will be employed by the Government of Burundi to provide leadership and strategic direction in the position of Commissioner General (CG).

The CG will be a member of the OBR Board reporting to the Chairperson. The establishment of the OBR will support and develop an effective fiscal administration in Burundi in line with the tax, VAT and customs reforms that are currently being implemented, including trade reforms to support Burundi's recent membership of the East African Community.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Masters Degree and/or professional accounting qualification with at least 15 years senior revenue management experience.

S/he must have a proven track record of reform with major improvements in overall revenue gains with hands-on experience of working in an emerging economy and providing leadership to a diverse professional team across all the revenue disciplines.

The successful candidate must be fluent in French and have a working ability in English.

In accordance with the OBR Law, international expatriate experts only are invited to apply for the position of CG for the initial four year term, with a possibility of one extension period.

This is a challenging and extremely exciting opportunity to establish a revenue authority with a lasting impact. The OBR is an equal opportunities employer and offers an excellent package to attract the right candidate, including resettlement provision to live in Bujumbura.

A detailed job description can be accessed on www.eastafrica.kpmg.com.

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the reference number on the cover letter on or before Monday, 15 February 2010.

Applications including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees should be sent electronically in PDF file format to:

Executive Selection Division,
KPMG East Africa,
Nairobi

E-mail: esdtmea @ kpmg.co.ke

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Nairobi Restaurant Jobs

A well established restaurant based in Nairobi is calling for applications for the following positions
  • Assistant Chef
  • Internal Auditor
  • Head of Stores
Ideal Candidate should be aged 35 yrs, have a Diploma and minimum of 5 years in a related field.

Applications should be addressed to

P.O Box 16647-00620,
Nairobi

Not later than 29th January 2010

Employment Opportunities at Nimule Resorts (Juba) Southern Sudan

Nimule Resorts (Juba) wishes to recruit qualified staff in the following areas:
  • Souse Chef
  • Housekeeping supervisor
  • Receptionist/ Reservationist
  • Indian Chef North/South Dishes
Applicants must be holders of Kenya Utalii college certificate or Diploma from recognized institutions.

In addition the applicant must have at least three (3) years working experience in 4 star hotels and above.

Attractive remuneration packages for the above positions will be negotiated with successful candidates.

If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive with an eye to details and up to the challenge, please submit your CV and application letter via email to: kibet.patrick @ gmail.com to reach him on or before 25th January 2010.

Academic Staff Exchange Programme within Members of the Inter University Council for East Africa.

The Inter-University Council for East Africa is pleased to announce to member universities in the Republic of Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda, that with assistance of DAAD and governments of the Partner States of the East African Community, limited funds are available to sponsor exchange of teaching staff among them.

The objective of the programme:

The objectives of the programme are to promote the visiting of academic staff between and among IUCEA member universities for the purpose of teaching, research, graduate supervision and external examination.

Eligibility
  • IUCEA member universities of any category of membership (full or associate) who are in good standing with regards to payment of their annual subscriptions.
Minimum Requirements

Participants in this programme shall be lecturers with at least 5 years experience and shall be holders of the PhD degree.

However, lecturers in the Performing and Fine Arts, Medicine or Veterinary Medicine who possess academic qualifications up to Master's degree may also apply.

External examiners must have reached the level of Senior Lecturer in their home universities.

Duration

Ideally, the Visiting lecturer should plan to teach at a member University outside his/her country within any other Partner State of the East African Community.

The visiting lecturer may stay away from home institution for a period ranging from two weeks to a full semester (14 weeks).

External examiners will be expected to complete their assignments in one week.

Financial Support

IUCEA will provide ground and air transport as needed.

Where air transport is needed IUCEA provide economy class air ticket to the applicant and a monthly honorarium of up to $1,700.

The external examiners shall be given travel support as above plus an honorarium of US$ 500 for the visit.

Obligation of Home/Host Institution

The home institution of the visiting lecturer shall maintain the payment of his/her salary and benefits for the duration of his/her absence for the purpose of the exchange mission.

The host institution shall cater for the local expenses of the visiting lecturer including lodging, board and local transportation during his or her stay at the institution.

Application Procedure

Prospective exchange lecturers must be nominated by any member university that needs their services.

The head of department of the host institution shall apply through the faculty of Dean (on behalf of the Vice Chancellor) for the services of a Visiting lecturer in writing to the Executive Secretary of the Inter-University Council for East Africa.

The nomination letter should be submitted together with a duly completed and endorsed application form, curriculum vitae of the prospective exchange lecturer and a release letter from the host university.

Deadline for nominations: .

The deadline for nominations for the year 2010/2011 should be completed by February 19, 2010.

The Executive Secretary
The Inter University Council for East Africa
East African Development Bank Building
3rd Floor, Plot 4 Nile Avenue
P O Box 7110
Kampala, Uganda.
Tel; +256-414-256261/343835

Email: exsec @ iucea.org

Business Analyst Job Vacancy: Voxiva

Job Title: Business Analyst
Department: Business Analysts, Operations

Regional Group: Africa
Location: Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania

Contract Term: Full time Contractor/Employment

Voxiva, a leading global service provider of practical information solutions to strengthen public health and safety systems, seeks an energetic Business Analyst to fill a critical role bridging system design and delivery efforts between its internal teams and its clients.

As a member of the Operations Team, the Analyst will largely provide functional support for various applications by serving as the main liaison between business users and technical teams to identify analyze and translate business needs into system specifications utilizing his/her experience in enterprise-wide requirements definition and management systems and methodologies.

Reporting to the Business Analyst Manager this position requires both a focus on understanding client’s needs and the skill to translate those into working configurations in line with an existing solution framework.

Key Selection Criteria
  • A minimum of 3-5 years in a business analyst or consulting environment, preferably within roles responsible for client-facing requirements gathering, business analysis, project management and/or coordination dealing with the design and development of web-based information solutions.
  • 3+ years direct experience conducting process analysis, requirements definition, use case analysis, and implementation/deployment management.
  • Strong analytical and product management skills required, including a thorough understanding of interpreting customer business needs and translating them into application and operational requirements.
  • Experience in designing and/or supporting solutions for low-resource environments.
  • Familiarity with telephony IVR applications is desirable.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse group of clients and internal staff to include executives, managers, subject matter experts and software developers and engineers.
  • Fluent in English and local language is a plus.
  • Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally extensively for either short or long term assignments.
  • Experience in general public health, epidemiology and international development sectors is desirable.
  • Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree or Doctorate a plus.
Contact Information:

Please send a cover letter and a comprehensive curriculum vitae to: careers @ voxiva.com.

Please enter Business Analyst in the subject line.

Deadline for CV submission is 5th February 2010.

Senior Technical Officer-Monitoring & Evaluation, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Program Job

Family Health International (FHI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving lives, knowledge, and understanding worldwide through a highly diversified program of research, education, and services in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment, reproductive health, and infectious diseases.

We are seeking qualified Tanzanian National candidates for the following position:

Senior Technical Officer-Monitoring & Evaluation, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Program

The STO M&E will provide technical leadership by designing and developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems and procedures for the USAID-funded Coordinated Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Care Program.

This includes establishing an M&E system for data collecting, analyzing, and reporting on key process, outcome and impact indicators for the program.

S/he will work closely with the project team at FHI.

Additionally, s/he will ensure compatibility and coordination with the existing FHI Tanzania M&E framework.

Main Responsibilities
  • Provide technical oversight for design, development, planning, implementation and capacity-building of M&E components of the program.
  • Develop a Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) for the program and ensure it is utilized in developing M&E systems for the program.
  • Manage and assist the program in data collection, verification, analysis and report writing.
  • Participate in resource development and other writing on assigned area activities
  • Conduct analysis of program implementation to identify areas of weakness or opportunity vis a vis the appropriate M&E strategy and guidelines.
  • Analyze data sets and technical assessment findings.
  • Provide leadership and team building at the project level.
Minimum Requirements
  • BS/BA in public health or related field, and 7-9 years relevant experience in HIV/AIDS, child survival or family planning with international development programs, or MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field, and 5 - 7 years relevant experience or PhD, MD or similar degree with 3 - 5 years relevant experience .
  • Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political and ethical issues in
  • Can interpret data and draw appropriate conclusions about their significance and relevance to public health.
  • Is familiar with donor-funded programs and communication styles. Experience with USAID-funded program a plus.
  • Has relevant computer software skills
  • Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally at least 25%.
Interested candidates should send Application letters, Photocopies of Academic Certificates, detailed Curriculum Vitae (with three references including addresses, telephone numbers and e mail addresses) to:

Attention: Human Resources Department,
Family Health International
P.O.Box 78082
Dar es Salaam

And/Or Email to: tz-recruitment @ fhi.org or may register online through FHI’s Global Staffing Database at https://recruiting.fhi.org.

To be delivered at FHI offices before 17.00 hours, February 1, 2010.

Please note: Phone calls will not be entertained and only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

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Programme Officer Job Vacancy

Our Client is a local faith based Non Governmental Organization with operations around Kajiado North area in the suburbs of Nairobi.

The thematic area of focus is HIV/AIDS with a bias towards supporting women and children.

Programme Officer

The position is responsible for the prudent management of the programme’s work which is consistent with the strategic direction of the organization, delivering specific objectives and making a significant contribution to the development and articulation of the programmes, championing learning and sharing with colleagues internally and externally and ensuring that the programme has adequate resources to deliver to an appropriate quality and achieve defined influencing targets. The right candidate must be a born-again Christian.

1. Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Direction and Policy Influencing
  • To address all programme strategy objectives that address clearly articulated problems and issues which have significant impact on poverty reduction.
  • To develop programme and project hypotheses that contributes to the understanding and resolution of identified problems/issues in sync with the organization’s strategic direction.
  • To develop, and influencing strategy, sets out how knowledge and information accrued will be utilized to achieve desired impacts
  • To take lead in synthesizing the contribution that the programme is making to the organization growth and development.
Programme Planning and Management
  • To develop new work towards the programme strategic goals and direction consistent with the established and recognized procedures regarding approaches and methodologies.
  • To oversee project work-plans, including activity descriptions and timeliness as well as quality.
  • To track projects’ progress and make alterations (in consultation with social workers) and the management team where necessary to enhance delivery.
  • To mentor the development and maintenance of good relations with beneficiaries, partners and donors.
  • To identify and develop new project ideas and strategic opportunities leading to the development of funding proposals
  • To keep abreast of new or shifting specialist knowledge and paradigms (technological, methodological or developmental) that relate to programme work; and share the same with programme team and the organization as a whole.
Fundraising, Financial and Asset Management
  • To ensure that programmes have adequate funding to implement a portfolio of strategically coherent projects within the region
  • To proactively scout for new funding avenues; help in preparing and submitting proposals in liaison with appropriate units within the organization.
  • To keep track on project spend and advise project managers accordingly.
  • To be ultimately responsible for the financial performance of all work within the programme.
Quality Assurance and Knowledge Management
  • To ensure all projects within the programme are designed and implemented to the highest standards possible and in line with the organization’s strategy, guidelines and protocols.
  • To ensure quality assurance in all aspects of programme work.
  • To ensure all projects are providing learning outputs to the organization.
  • To encourage lesson-learning and experience sharing within the programme unit and across the organization
Representation and Networking
  • To develop and maintain a network of peers and professional contacts within and outside the organization for exchange of ideas and information in general.
  • To represent the organization in professional forums and actively seek avenues for sharing the organization’s experiences and lessons learnt in programmes.
Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Develop framework/methodologies for impact monitoring and assessment.
  • Manage the monitoring, evaluation and reporting functions of the organizations’ activities and assess M&E reports, managing the standards and quality criteria for reporting system both internally and externally.
  • Set up an implementation system for guiding project planning, monitoring and evaluation within a development context.
  • Develop, maintain and manage appropriate database systems for monitoring and evaluation.
  • Ensure compliance and meeting deadlines for reporting.
  • Disseminate and use evaluation findings and follow-up implementation of evaluation recommendations.
2. Other Duties
  • Participate in the morning devotions with the staff members and beneficiaries.
  • Coordinate the programme staff meetings.
  • Oversee the day to day programme related activities at the centre.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.
3. Qualifications

(The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training)
  • Bachelor’s degree in social or Community development studies.
  • Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
  • Post graduate diploma in community work
  • Advanced training in governance, leadership and management
  • Training in planning, monitoring and evaluation
  • Training in financial management
4. Requisite Competencies
  • Thorough knowledge of community development and social work
  • Knowledge of policy influencing and advocacy
  • Excellent writing and reporting skills
  • Good Knowledge and understanding of development issues affecting local communities.
  • Ability to think strategically and operate under pressure
  • Good communication skills and fluent in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and portray good management/coordination acumen.
  • Current knowledge on HIV/AIDS and best practices
  • Basic counseling skills
Desirable
  • Experience in various management roles: including budgetary control and planning.
  • Computer literate, in particular knowledgeable in Word processing and spread sheets
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Ability to pay attention to detail and report accurately.
  • Self driven individual who is diligent, honest, disciplined and responsible
  • Demonstrate good leadership skills with the ability to work under no supervision.
  • A love for community and a heart to serve are critical for this position
5. Relevant Job Experience
  • Over three (3) years relevant experience working in a community development programme two (2) of which should have been in a management position.
6. Contacts Arising From the Job

(List contacts which exert significant influence on the work of the jobholder)

Within the Organization
  • All staff
Outside the Organization
  1. Clients/clients.
  2. Visitors.
  3. Collaborating agencies.
  4. Donors/partners.
  5. Government agencies.
  6. Community leaders
  7. General public.
7. Authority/Decision Making

The position makes recommendations to the Senior Programs officer on issues that relate to the programme management and operations.

8. Special Working Conditions
  • Occasionally works long hours and attends meetings in the evenings and outside the normal working area.
If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating the position you are applying for, your experience, present employer, present position, current remuneration, testimony in Jesus, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs @ truenorthcareermap.com on or before Friday, January 29th, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

Health Officer Job Vacancy

Our Client is a local faith based Non Governmental Organization with operations around Kajiado North area in the suburbs of Nairobi.

The thematic area of focus is HIV/AIDS with a bias towards supporting women and children.

Health Officer

The position is responsible for providing administrative support and supervising the day-to-day operations of the comprehensive care clinic and ensuring efficient and effective delivery of service to the clients.

The right candidate must be a born-again Christian.

1. Major Duties and Responsibilities:

General and Committee
  • In charge of the day to day operations and running of the clinic.
  • Ensure that the clinic complies with legal and statutory requirements.
  • Implement changes to the running of the clinic as directed by the management of the organization.
  • Competent in all areas of nursing.
Maintaining Quality Operations of the Clinic
  • Post notices.
  • Submit weekly returns regarding various operations of the clinic to the management.
  • Ensure that the set targets are met and keep the staff motivated to see the goals realized.
  • Ensure that the set SOPS are operationalized and followed through.
Financial Management
  • Prepare the annual budget and submit to the church for approval in line with the organization’s budgeting calendar.
  • Monitor the monthly performance of the budget and provide regular updates to management.
  • Provide periodic financial reports to the management.
  • Overall in charge of income collected from sales at the clinic and ensure timely remission to finance and administration department.
Manage the Supplies and Procurement Process
  • In consultations with the clinic nurse, prepare supplies for packaging by volunteers.
  • In consultations with the clinical officer, pharmacist and lab technologists, prepare orders for the clinic.
  • Supervise annual review of drug list.
  • Prepare a new “cost of delivery” sheet depending on new MEDS price list or laboratory purchases, and calculate monthly supplies charged for each clinic/laboratory/pharmacy.
  • Notify the clinic of drug changes (especially temporary ones).
Management of Staff
  • Overall supervision of staff including the recruitment process, discipline and exit in consultation with the management of the organization.
  • Ensure that the registration of staff under them to the respective professional affiliate bodies is up to date.
  • Draw the annual leave roster by end of January each year and ensure that it is effectively managed.
  • Ensure that the monthly work roster is prepared by the 15th of the previous month.
  • Ensure that the clinic holds regular staff meetings.
Laboratory
  • Responsible for supervision of laboratory personnel and supplies.
Networking and Collaboration
  • Maintain good line of communication with donors, partners and collaborating agencies.
  • Maintain close working relations with other like-minded organizations working in the same catchments area of the clinic.
  • Develop and maintain good relations with individuals, institutions and corporate organizations willing to sponsor initiatives of the clinic such as the medical camps.
2. Other Duties
  • Participate in Beacon’s other programmes eg medical camps, sports extravaganzas, holiday Bible clubs and other business and public relation activities
  • Participate in the morning devotions with the staff members
  • Prepare necessary schedules for the department to work efficiently.
  • Any other duties that may be assigned.
3. Qualifications

(The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training)
  • KSCE with a minimum grade C
  • Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
  • Holds a higher diploma in NURSING
  • Kenya Registered NURSE
  • Must be registered with the Nursing Council
4. Requisite Competencies
  • Must be diligent, honest and responsible
  • Ability to impart knowledge to trainees at different literacy levels especially during health education sessions
  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills maintaining high morale among staff
  • Ability to offer quality services at all times to all patients at the comprehensive care centre.
  • Good spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in outpatient setting with a bias in community environment.
  • Must be a strategic thinker.
  • Organized and a good time manager -being able to balance the immediate needs of the clinic and tasks behind the scene like reports
  • Encourager- being able to unite the team (the clinical staff) towards a common goal and make sure everyone is healthy while working towards that goal (making sure staff is feeling supported)
  • Communication- being able to communicate well with the administration and also with the team. Keeping the lines of communication open between staff and admin
  • Must have a high aptitude and IQ
5. Relevant Job Experience
  • At least five (5) years relevant experience in a similar position
6. Contacts Arising From the Job

(List contacts which exert significant influence on the work of the jobholder)

Within the Organization
  • All staff.
  • Volunteers.
  • Members and congregants.
Outside the Organization
  • Patients
  • Clients
  • Donors/partners
  • Collaborating agencies
  • Ministry of Health
  • Nursing Council of Kenya
  • Nairobi City Council
  • Kenya Expanded Programme on Immunization (KEPI)
  • MEDS and other suppliers of drugs and services.
  • Other community organizations working in the area.
7. Authority/Decision Making
  • The position involves making recommendation to the management on issues relating to management of the clinic.
8. Special Working Conditions
  • The position requires the incumbent to at times work odd hours. Always works on call. Periodically exposed to adverse weather conditions and risky situations
If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating the position you are applying for, your experience, present employer, present position, current remuneration, testimony in Jesus, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs @ truenorthcareermap.com on or before Friday, January 29th, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

KOMAZA Agroforestry Kilifi NGO Jobs

KOMAZA is a social enterprise working to permanently end rural poverty by developing sustainable economic opportunities for smallholder farmers living in East Africa's unfertile and drought-prone regions.

Founded in 2006 and based in Kenya, the organization's innovative grassroots model dramatically boosts household income and wealth for rural families by equipping them with resources, knowledge and market linkages to produce high-value crops on their previous degraded land.

Working through a village-based extension network, KOMAZA reduces start-up costs and barriers to market entry by providing poor farmers with crop inputs and tools on credit, ongoing training and support, as well as complete vertically integrated value chain services and market access opportunities.

KOMAZA is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization in the United States and is incorporated in the State of California.

Learn more at www.KOMAZA.org.

KOMAZA has ambitious growth plans this year and seeks talented individuals to help build a world class organization.

We are actively recruiting talented professionals and/or exceptional recent university graduates to serve in a variety of functional areas.

These areas include:
  • Crop Production: oversee all field and farmer operations relating to the planting and growth of trees
  • Strategy and Design: develop business model to maximize triple bottom line impact (people, planet, profit)
  • Value Capture: design all harvesting, processing, and logistics operations to transform farmer crops into profits
  • Organization Development: create and manage supporting functions to fuel continued growth
  • Fundraising and Communication: coordinate all external relations and outreach activities to attract critical funding
  • Corporate – USA: build capacity for US-based fundraising and organizational development activities
These positions require research, operations, and/or general management skill sets and are largely based in Kenya (exceptions noted).

As a young organization, we offer roles with large scope and responsibility as well as abundant opportunities for career advancement.

Please visit www.KOMAZA.org/recruiting for more information on current positions openings and on how to apply.

Sales Persons for FMCG

A meat products processors requires experienced sales people for its operations in Nairobi, Mount Kenya and Rift Valley.

Interested and qualified sales person are required to apply with their CV only, NO attachments, just paste your CV as soon as possible to isaacmwihia @ yahoo.com before 29th Jan 2010.

A driving license is a plus.

African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) Employment Opportunities

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), an international conservation organization
headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians for the following positions:

1. Grants Manager

The successful candidate will be an integral member of AWF’s program management team, ensuring successful oversight, monitoring and reporting of the 4-year grant for AWF work in the Maasai Steppe and Kilimanjaro Heartlands in Tanzania.

This position will also carry out grant management activities for other grants being implemented in the Masaai Steppe Heartland.

The position reports to the Maasai Steppe Heartland Director and will be based in Arusha, Tanzania.

The successful candidate would:
  • Support Maasai Steppe and Kilimanjaro Heartland in managing overall grant implementation, tracking activities and outputs against the agreed budgets
  • Work with Heartland management to ensure that program staff and systems work effectively to deliver sound Program management and implementation
  • Provides overall support to Heartland teams to develop and implement annual program implementation plans agree
  • Establish the necessary financial tracking processes to ensure full compliance with donor requirements among others
Qualifications
  • Masters’ degree in Business Administration, Project Management or related field; or
  • At least 5 years relevant working experience, 2 years within a donor funded program in a conservation or development setting.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of grant management principles, including U.S. government funding
  • Experience in communicating complex financial information to a non-financial audience
2. Enterprise Officer

The successful candidate will support enterprise management activities for ongoing enterprises in Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) being implemented in the Maasai Steppe and Kilimanjaro Heartland Programs.

The position reports to the Maasai Steppe Heartland Director and will be based in Arusha, Tanzania.

The successful candidate would:
  • Develop and help implement Heartland Enterprise Strategy, monitor the performance and evaluate the effectiveness and impacts of AWF’s support to community conservation enterprises
  • Identify new conservation enterprise projects through developing and testing a range of enterprise options aimed at improving the economic returns to enable communities
  • Execute all due diligence and business planning processes for new enterprises.
  • Develop and structure all approved conservation enterprise projects
  • Manage and monitors all established conservation enterprise projects
  • Ensure timely reporting to the relevant officers and donors
  • Performs other additional enterprise management and project implementation activities as requested by Heartland Director.
Qualifications
  • Masters degree in Business Administration, Enterprise Development, Project Management, Economics or related field or
  • Bachelors’ degree in the above mentioned fields with at least 5 years direct experience in Enterprise development
  • At least 3-5 years expertise in enterprise development in remote areas, and proven experience in implementing successful enterprise activities in challenging conditions
  • Demonstrated experience in project management including delivering on tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated experience working in the field with communities and private sector operators
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide group of collaborators, including proactive sharing of information and reporting
  • Proficiency in both Kiswahili and English (spoken and written) is required
  • As this position is heavily anchored in AWF’s conservation programs, the successful candidate must have a strong interest in and understanding of conservation.
A full job description is available on www.awf.org

Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, including a daytime telephone contact and three referees to HumanResources @ awfke.org by January 31, 2009.

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), an international conservation organization
headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians for the Reduced Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD) Project to be implemented in the Kolo Forests in Kondoa District, Maasai Steppe Heartland as follows;

1. Project Coordinator

The successful candidate will be an integral member of AWF’s program management team, ensuring the overall, day-to-day supervision and management of a 3-year grant to advance AWF on Climate Change.

The position reports to the Maasai Steppe Heartland Director and will be based in Arusha, Tanzania with frequent travel to the field.

The successful candidate would:
  • Support the overall, day-to-day supervision and management of the project
  • Prepare project work plans and reports
  • Serve as the lead relationship manager with partners including local, national and regional levels
  • Manage staff associated with the project
  • Prepare and submit expense reports, working with AWF’s Finance and Administration team in Arusha to ensure proper accounting of project funds
  • Lead the implementation of targeted actions within the annual work plan to ensure the project outputs are met and within the allowable budgets
  • Facilitate the production and dissemination of communications material to partners
  • Perform other additional management and project implementation activities as requested by Heartland Director.
Qualifications
  • Masters’ degree in Climate Change, Forestry , Natural Resource Management (NRM), Ecological monitoring or related field
  • Demonstrated knowledge on climate change, particularly on mitigation, with specific reference to REDD
  • At least 5 years relevant working experience, 2 years within a donor funded program in a conservation or development setting
  • Demonstrated knowledge of project management
  • Experience in communicating complex project information to varied audience
  • Strong technical skills in report writing and using computer applications for data management
  • Must be flexible, culturally sensitive, and exude a “team” attitude
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with communities, staff, partners and donors
  • Self-driven with high attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong interest in and understanding of conservation.
  • Willingness to travel to the field.
2. Community Development Officer

The successful candidate will mobilize the target beneficiary communities. The position reports to the Project Coordinator and will be based in Kondoa, Tanzania.

The successful candidate would:
  • Mobilize participating communities in Kondoa District
  • Support implementation of community focused project outputs
  • Ensure a regular flow of information to partners
  • Liaise with AWF staff and partners on technical issues
  • Provide follow up support on capacity building exercises and Joint Forest Management implementation
  • Perform other functions as requested by Heartland Director and Project Coordinator.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Forestry, Natural Resource Management (NRM) , Conservation, Ecological monitoring or related field
  • At least 2 years relevant working experience, 1 year within a donor funded program in a conservation or development setting
  • Demonstrated knowledge of community facilitation
  • Strong skills in community mobilization, report writing and use of computer applications
  • Must be flexible, culturally sensitive, and exude a “team” attitude
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with local communities, staff, partners and donors
  • Self-driven with high attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong interest in and understanding of conservation
  • Knowledge of Climate Change will be an added advantage
Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, including a daytime telephone contact and three referees to HumanResources @ awfke.org by January 31, 2010.

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.

AWF is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

20 French Translators urgently required

Are you looking for an exciting part time job, which will allow you to deal and interact with international clients?

Can you speak French, and have a certificate or diploma in the same?

If you answered yes, then we are looking for you ….

Our client, a call centre with international clients is currently looking for people to work as French translators.

Duties
  • To translate material, either written or spoken, from one language to another by ensuring that, as far as possible, the translated version is as accurate as the source language text.
  • Liaising with clients to discuss any unclear points;
  • Proofreading and editing final translated versions;
  • Using the internet and email as research tools throughout the translation process;
  • Retaining and developing specialist knowledge on specialist areas of translation;
  • Networking and making contacts.
Education
  • Certificate or Diploma in French, a must.
  • Any other Degree or diploma in any field.
  • Any experience in a call centre an added advantage
Qualities
  • Outgoing personality
  • Pleasant phone voice
Send cvs only to recruit @ flexi-personnel.com and indicate the above job title on the subject line of the email.

By 29th January 2010

20 Telesales urgently required

Are you looking for an exciting part time job, which will allow you to deal and interact with international clients?

Do you have an excellent command of Spoken English as a language with polished neutral accents, or better yet British accents?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we are looking for you ….

Our client a call centre, is currently looking for people to work as Telemarketers for international clients.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or potential customers.
  • Aggressively sell the company products by describing their features and benefits to potential customers.
  • Meet and exceed the required targets
Education and Experience
  • Certificate/diploma in sales or any business related course.
  • knowledge of sales principles
  • Experience in a retail, customer service or sales environment
  • Good compute knowledge/Key boarding skills
Key Competencies
  • Excellent command of English, with neutral polished or British accent. This is a must
  • Customer service orientation
  • Aggressive with an ability to work under pressure.
  • Persuasiveness
  • Stress tolerance
  • High energy level with a pleasant and outgoing personality.
Send cvs only to recruit @ flexi-personnel.com and indicate the above job title on the subject line of the email.

By 29th January 2010

Draftsman Job Vacancy: Davis & Shirtliff Ltd

Job Title: Draftsman

Summary Description:

A vacancy exists in the Company for a Draftsman, the principal job tasks being as follows: -

As a Draftsman you will design/draft assigned projects to ensure they conform to the technical and professional requirements of the company.

Essential Functions:
  • Prepare component and assembly drawings using AutoCAD and Bills of Materials
  • Maintain drawing files
  • Maintain Engineering files to ISO standards
  • Review R&D and engineering drawings, and prepare final production drawings and Bills of Materials for production and materials planning
  • Assist in new product design and product improvement
Education/Experience:
  • The right candidate will possess a Degree, HND or equivalent qualification and a minimum of 1+ years of drafting experience.
  • Candidates must have a detailed knowledge of AutoCAD, conventional drafting standards.
  • Must be able to communicate and work well with other employees in an engineering team environment and be able to demonstrate a strong initiative and willingness to learn new skills.
A competitive salary and usual large company benefits including medical and pension schemes are offered and the job will provide the successful candidates with a challenging opportunity to join a dedicated team of specialists in the water sector which has significant potential for future growth.

If you are looking for a challenging and dynamic work environment where talent and hard work are rewarded, please send your application to the address below attaching copies of your Testimonials, your Curriculum Vitae indicating your e-mail address, names of three referees, day-time phone number, colour passport size photograph, current salary if employed and how soon you would be available to begin work, if selected:-

The H R & Administration Manager
Davis & Shirtliff Ltd
P.O. Box 41762-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Deadline: 5pm 5th February 2010

e-mail: hrd @ dayliff.com


Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer Vacancy at Zinduka – Afrika

Zinduka – Afrika is seeking for a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer.

This officer will be reporting to the Programs Manager.

The post is one year contract renewable based performance and funding.

Job Description
  • Assist the organization in the Implementation of its M&E Framework.
  • Assist in Developing M&E plan, tools and implementation of the same.
  • Assist in the monitoring of programs indicators, for instance HIV/AIDs among others.
  • Produce monthly, quarterly and annual Monitoring and Evaluation reports based on the agreed organizational and National indicators.
  • Work with the beneficiaries and relevant partners to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data for a given project.
  • Assist in organizing surveys and other field activities in support of M&E work.
  • Collect, analyze, and assist in the storage and dissemination of information to the relevant stakeholders.
  • Assist in the identification and recommendation for projects and shifts in priorities which may be considered necessary
  • Assist in building the capacity of the organizations staff on monitoring and evaluation
  • Carry out any other tasks assigned by the Programs Manager
Qualifications and Competencies
  • Born again Christian.
  • A reputable first degree in economics, Statistic or computer science or any other social science degree from an accredited university
  • Proficiency and data collection and analysis of data is mandatory
  • Experience in participatory M&E is essential
  • Must have a minimum of at least two years hand –on experience in a similar comparable position
  • Proven abilities in the areas of conducting operations research, impact assessments, project/program M&E documentation and knowledge on HIV and AIDs is highly required
  • Excellent analytical ,presentation ,communication and reporting skills
  • Sound IT knowledge: word processing, spreadsheet, database and statistical applications(SPSS and EPI)
  • Clear understanding on proposal design and proposal writing elements are preferred.
  • At least two (2) years work experience in similar position and preferably with an NGO.
  • A team player of high integrity, honesty and confidentiality.
  • Able to work with minimal supervision.
Send your application and CV to info @ zinduka-afrika.org or carolemwangi @ zinduka-afrika.org.

Deadline 9th February, 2010.

NMC Service Management Engineer Job Vacancy: Safaricom Limited

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Access Network Planning and Support Department within the Technical Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

NMC Service Management Engineer
Ref: TECHNICAL_NMCSME_ Jan 2010

Reporting to the Team Manager, NMC NS RSS; the holder of the position will provide first line network quality assurance and handle customer complaints with an aim of enhancing and exceeding the key quality measures amongst other resolution issues.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide first line network quality assurance and statistical analysis of network performance;
  • Document issues identified in the network as well as escalate to relevant teams for quick resolutions;
  • Analyze performance of serving cells of issues raised;
  • Perform and analyze drive tests to investigate issues raised;
  • Assess impact of planned activities done on our network on service delivery to our customers;
  • Monitor work order process flow to ensure service level agreements are adhered to;
Minimum requirements
  • Degree in Electrical and Electronics engineering, Telecommunications engineering, or equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
  • 2-3 years experience in a telecoms preferably GSM environment in network Management, commissioning, installation and maintenance of digital Telecommunication equipment;
  • Good Communications and report writing skills is a must;
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is 29th January 2010.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd, Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

Communication Officer – International Humanitarian Law Employment Opportunity: International Committee of the Red Cross

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

It also runs regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the ICRC’s delegations in East Africa, the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa.

Communication Officer – International Humanitarian Law

The ICRC Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking for an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above mentioned position.

Job Profile

The Communication Officer forms part of the team working under the supervision of the Communication Coordinator.

The incumbent will be responsible to provide advice, as well as to design and implement strategies on diverse issues related to implementation and dissemination of IHL in Kenya.

These duties require an in-depth knowledge of International and Kenyan legal systems, and ability to analyze and communicate pertinent IHL issues.

Responsibilities:
  • Advise the delegation on issues of national implementation of IHL;
  • Liaise with relevant Kenyan authorities on issues of domestication of international humanitarian law treaties;
  • Conduct dissemination sessions on IHL and ICRC work to a variety of target publics;
  • In close collaboration with the IHL Delegate, actively promote cooperation between ICRC and relevant universities in dissemination of IHL;
  • Organise the National Moot and Essay competitions;
  • Provide professional and technical support to the various communications programmes;
  • Advise and support other departments on legal issues in Kenya that are of interest to the ICRC;
Minimum requirements
  • University degree in law, international relations or other relevant fields;
  • Sound knowledge of international humanitarian law and human rights law;
  • Relevant professional experience in practicing law, international relations, humanitarian affairs or similar fields;
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills;
  • Excellent computer skills;
  • Excellent knowledge of English and Swahili, knowledge of French will be an added advantage;
Other requirements
  • Good organizational and analytical skills;
  • Good interpersonal, reporting and writing skills;
  • Ability to work independently and in a team;
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel in the countries covered by the Regional Delegation.
Interested persons with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the above address on or before 5th February, 2010.

Please include detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

International Committee of the Red Cross
Denis Pritt Road
P.O. Box 73226, Nairobi
00200 – Kenya
E-mail address: hr.nai @ icrc.org

Logistics Officer (Civil Engineer) Job: UN World Food Programme – Somalia

Vacancy Announcement No. VA – 004/2009
Post Title: Logistics Officer (Civil Engineer)

Post Category: NOB
Duty Station: Nairobi, with travel to Somalia.)

Date of issue: 25.01.2010
Contract Type: Service Contract (SC)

Duration: 6 months (initially)

Organizational background

The World Food Programme Somalia Programme activities include emergency school feeding and general provision of food to the less fortunate members of the society in Somalia. The WFP Somalia Country Office is based in Kenya and has five Sub Offices in Somalia namely Hargeisa, Bossaso, Merka, Bualle and Wajid.

This position is open to both male and female candidates.

Qualified Somali nationals and Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Civil Engineer reports directly to the Project Lead Engineer and is under the financial supervisory authority of the Project Manager and ultimately to the Head of Logistics Unit.

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Preconstruction Activities
  • Prepare ToR for tender of Consultant Engineering firms
  • Prepare the ToR for tender Construction firms which include detailed scope of works, drawings, specifications, cost estimates and estimated duration for construction
  • Assist with launching tenders
  • Provide technical expert views on bidder’s offers
2. Supervision of Works
  • Supervise contracted works
  • Liaise with contractors and consulting engineering firms
  • Perform inspections during project implementation and of material used ensuring they conform to specifications, bid offer and/or as contracted
  • Carry out technical tests to ensure and verify construction quality
  • Supervise and follow up on all construction work ensuring compliance according to approved drawings
  • Supervise the quality of accomplished work, ensuring that the projects will be delivered on time as per the agreement
  • Issue certificates of payments, invoices, certificates of final completion and hand-over certificate
  • Review all contract invoices and take corrective action if necessary
  • As required, issue certification according to the level of construction quality
  • Preparation of relevant technical documentation and works execution progress reports.
3. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
  • Education: University degree in civil engineering;
  • Experience: At least 5 years of proven experience working in civil engineering and proven experience in quality control and monitoring construction contractors;
  • Knowledge: Knowledge of and ability to use office computer software programs including, but not limited to Microsoft Office and AutoCAD and Lotus Notes;
  • Language: Must be fluent in English writing and speaking skills. Knowledge of Somalia language is an advantage;
  • Desirable skills: Good negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively. Additional training and professional experience in the field of work would be an advantage;
Interested Somali nationals meeting these qualifications are requested to submit their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, names and telephone numbers of 3 work-references under confidential cover quoting on the envelope; the Vacancy Announcement No. and the job title:

To The Human Resources Officer,
World Food Programme Somalia,
P.O Box 64902 00620 Nairobi.

(Applicants outside Somalia) or;
  • Drop in a box at the reception of the duty station/sub-office stated above or through the nearest WFP-Somalia office (Applicants inside Somalia) or;
  • Via E-mail to Somalia.Hr @ wfp.org
Closing date of Application: 05.02.2010

NB: Applications received later than the deadline and those that are not clearly showing the VA No. and duty station indicated above will not be short-listed.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Regional Financial Controller – East Africa G4S Job Opportunity

G4S is the leading Security Company in the world and provides a variety of secure solutions to our customers in East Africa including Manned Security, Alarm response, Asset Tracking, Secure Monitoring and Response, Cash Logistics, Secure Logistics, Data and Document Management and employs more than 600,000 people worldwide.

As a result of Regional growth and expansion, we seek to fill the position of Regional Financial Controller based in Nairobi, Kenya and reporting to the Regional Managing Director.

The Regional Financial Controller will be responsible for establishing effective and efficient financial systems, controls and reporting.

Main purpose of the role:

The main purpose of this role includes:
  • Coaching
  • Develop regional financial capability
  • Establish financial systems and processes
  • Financial Planning, Budgeting and Reporting
  • Auditing to ensure compliance
Key Responsibilities:
  • Review of balance sheet reconciliations
  • Monthly and regional reporting
  • Liaison with internal and external auditors
  • Tax Compliance
  • Annual financial statements
  • Capex management
  • Assist with budget and forecast process
  • Liaison with country management and finance team
  • Review adequacy of internal controls and procedures to safeguard assets in country and ensure compliance
Person Profile and Attributes
  • Highly motivated individual with high degree of integrity and analytical skills
  • Working with complexity
  • Good leadership skills with Strategic orientation
  • Exposure to latest management practices
  • Awareness of East Africa business environment
  • Strong Communication skills and ability to work effectively in a diverse cultural environment.
  • Ability to drive change
  • A good team player who is customer focused
  • Attention to detail
Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience
  • University Degree
  • Professional accounting, Qualified CPA(K) or ACCA qualification.
  • 2 to 5 Years experience in a similar role or senior finance position in a world class finance environment.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
  • Exposure to financial auditing
  • Knowledge of regional taxation laws
  • MS Office Computer skills (Excel Advanced and other Finance systems)
  • Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage
Interested candidates should send their application and CV addressed to the Human Resource Director to reach us on or before Friday, February 5th, 2010, by email to: jobs @ ke.g4s.com

G4S is an equal opportunity employer and addresses itself to the core values of best people.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Canvassing is highly discouraged.

P.C.E.A St. Margaret’s Parish, Mombasa Jobs in Kenya

1. Administrator
  • Reporting directly to the Board of Management
Responsibilities
  • Managing the overall activities of the Church & School including administration and accounts.
Qualifications and Competencies
  • A bachelors degree
  • Accounting knowledge (minimum CPA I)
  • Computer literate
  • Team player with excellent managerial and organizational skills.
  • 2 years experience at a managerial position or as an accountant.
  • 30-45 years, Married and a Committed Christian
2. Headmaster
  • Reporting directly to the Administrator
Responsibilities
  • Managing the academic aspects of the school
Qualifications and Competencies
  • A bachelors degree in education (B.Ed)
  • Computer literate
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • 2 years experience as an headmaster.
  • 25-45 years, Married and a Committed Christian
3. Deputy Headmaster
  • Reporting directly to the Headmaster.
Responsibilities
  • Assisting in the management of the academic aspects of the school
Qualifications and Competencies
  • A bachelors degree in education (B.Ed)
  • Computer literate
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • 2 years experience as an headmaster or senior teacher.
  • 25-45 years, Married and a Committed Christian
4. Evangelist
  • Reporting directly to the Parish Minister
Qualifications and Competencies
  • Must have a diploma in theology and a diploma in TEE
  • Must be a full member of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa.
  • Must be educated up to O levels and passed with a minimum of C plain or an equivalent qualification.
  • Computer literate
  • 3 years experience as an evangelist.
  • 25-45 years, Married and a born again Christian
Referees:

Applicants for all the four positions must have a letter recommendation from their church minister and two more referees, one academic and another who knows your work well.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Session clerk
P.C.E.A St. Margaret’s Parish
P.O Box 84848-80100
Mombasa, Kenya

So as to be received not later than Friday 5th February 2010, 12.00 Noon

Finance Manager Job Vacancy: Njagi Isaac & Associates

Our client in a fast moving consumer good industry and having a countrywide branch network has an immediate opening for a Finance Manager.

Specific Job Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards and prevailing regulations through identifying and mitigating business risks by designing appropriate controls in the company and Overall management of the Finance department.
  • Responsible for the preparation of long term plans, periodic forecasts and cash flow projections, preparation of management and financial reports.
  • Ensuring the existence of effective financial systems and controls.
  • Oversee and co-ordinate the branch network’s financial reports with emphasis on collection, and stock controls and also preparation of daily, weekly and monthly cash position and reporting to the managing director
Required Qualifications:
  • BCom(Accounting), CPA(K), MBA an added advantage.
  • At least 5 years experience in senior financial position in a fast moving consumer good’s company.
Please send application and CV by 30th January 2010 to:

Njagi Isaac & Associates
P.O. Box 31254-00600,
Nairobi.

Four Star Hotel Jobs in Kenya

A Four Star Hotel seeks to urgently fill the following positions:

1. Security Supervisors
  • Relevant training in security systems.
  • Ability to supervise outsourced security team.
  • At least three years experience in a similar position
  • Computer literate.
  • Knowledge in operation of the CCTV system will be an added advantage.
2. Housekeeper
  • Relevant Diploma from a recognized training institution
  • Supervisory skills necessary and proven experience to manage a hotel with a capacity of 100 rooms
  • Willing to work outside Nairobi
3. Senior Maintenance Technician
  • Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option).
  • At least three years relevant experience.
4. F& B Supervisors
  • Advanced Course in F& B Sales & Service
  • At least 3 years relevant experience
Please send your applications to:

The Advertiser
P.O. Box 61362-00200,
Nairobi

Prestigious hotel in North Coast, Mombasa, Kenya Jobs

A Prestigious hotel in North Coast seeks applications from qualified and competent individuals for immediate filling of the following posts.

Assistant Accountant

Qualifications:
  • CPA II & Computer Literate
  • 5 years Experience
  • Age over 30 years.
Procurement Officer

Qualifications:
  • Diploma in Purchasing & supplies or its equivalent & Computer Literate
  • Knowledge of public procurement & disposal Act 2005
  • 5 years experience.
  • Age over 30 years
Applications not later than 27th Jan 2010 giving day time telephone numbers.

Apply to kariamahresources @ yahoo.com

Branch Manager Job at Kenya Canners Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited

Kenya Canners Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited, a leading Sacco with its operations based in Thika Town wish to recruit the services of a Branch Manager who will be based at Donyo Sabuk Branch:-

Qualifications and Competence:
  • Bachelor of Commerce Degree either in Accounting, Micro-Finance or Economics.
  • Minimum of C.PA.II
  • Must be a good team leader.
  • Must have Business Development and Marketing skills.
  • Must have good interpersonal and Communications Skills.
  • Must be Computer literate.
  • Age not less than 30 years.
  • Minimum of three years experience in a Sacco environment or Micro-finance institution.
  • Candidates with Diploma in Co-operative Management will have added advantage.
If you have the above qualification, please submit your application with at least three referees and expected salary to:-

The chairman,
Kenya Canners SACCO Society limited.
P.O Box 1124 – 01000.
Tel: - 21162, Thika.
Telephone 067-21162, 22756/7 Thika.

So as to reach him not later than 5th February 2010

NB:-Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Silvergate Careers in Dubai and Lebanon

1. Sales Associates - Dubai (UAE)

Our client in Dubai dealing with the following Product - Springfield & Lingerie Brands, requires 100 professional sales associates to join his established company and team.
  • Salary: US $850/-
  • After 6 Month Provision: US $980/-
  • Over Time: Provided
  • Plus Incentives: Provided
  • Working: 9 hours a day 6 days a week (One Weekly Off)
  • Medical Insurance: Provided
  • Uniforms: Provided
  • Vacation: Once every two years
  • Accommodation & Transportation: Not Provided
Note:
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Good English communication skills
  • Strong Personality
  • At least High School grad.
  • Age not more than 30 Years
  • Additional experience in Cosmetics Retail industry will be an advantage.

Successful applicants should send us urgently, current detailed C.V, passport photo size and a full length photo, both photos should be strictly taken against a *WHITE PLAIN, PURE BACKGROUND*

Males-dressed in a business suit preferably dark coloured /Female- dressed in skirt suit preferably dark coloured, both in closed official shoes.

Successful application has to be addressed and sent via email or dropped at

The Recruitment Team
Silvergate Careers Ltd
P.O. Box 20840-00100 Nairob
Hazina Towers 9th floor PSC room
Tel: +254202241449 or +254202426360
Cell: +254725307251

2. Housekeeepers - Lebanon

We require 100 housekeepers to work in Lebanon.

Note:
  • Free return ticket once the contract is complete , the contract is for 3 years .
  • Free accommodation , food , shoes , clothes , shampoo ... etc and many other benefits.
  • Free health insurance , phone calls for their families monthly .
  • Salary is $200 or Kshs 15,000 for experienced ladies.
How to apply

Each CV should be accompanied by the following items:
  • Clear colored passport , valid for more than 1 year
  • Clear pictures , 1 Full body size picture and another normal passport one taken against a
  • WHITE PLAIN, PURE BACKGROUND,* Female- dressed in skirt suit preferably dark coloured, both in closed official shoes.

Send your complete application to silvergatecareers@gmail.com or drop it at our office location:

Silvergate Careers Ltd
P.O. Box 20840-00100 Nairobi
Hazina Towers 9th floor PSC room
Tel: +254202241449 or +254202426360
Cell: +254725307251

CFC Life Sales Representative

We are recruiting purely commission based highly qualified persons who are self motivated and team players to market our products worldwide.

We are looking for at least O levels with minimum C and with C in maths and English, those with good communication skills, economics, accounting, marketing or insurance background and graduates will be given preference.

The minimum age is 24 years.if you do not meet the age criteria and you are sure you can be outstanding in marketing you can as well apply but our minimum academic qualifications strictly applies.

Send application to bibitesh@yahoo.com together with your CV or come in person with all your originals and copies of certificates/ID/2pp size photos to our Westlands Office Opposite Deloite &Touche we are in same house with Zetech College 2nd Flr along Ring Road behind the Mall ask for Bibian/Elizabeth. We will have interviews on 25th January 2010 at 10.30 am.

Standard Group New Radio Station Services Career opportunities

The Standard Group Limited is a leading media house in Kenya that The Standard and The Sunday Standard newspapers.

The Group also owns the country's leading station, KTN, and distributes international business, professional and leisure magazines in East Africa through our Division, Publisher's Distribution Services (PDS).

The Standard Group Limited announces that it will shortly begin its eagerly awaited radio services. This is part of a transformation into a multi-media house.

In view of this imminent development, The Standard Group wishes to engage the services of talented men and women in these critical positions.

Assistant Programmes Controller

The Role

To determine, manage and coordinate the resources required to direct the production of programmes and to ensure that they are entertaining, educative and attract listeners to the station.

The Person
  • Must have a Degree in Journalism or Communication, or degree in any other field with postgraduate training in journalism.
  • Meticulous with an eye for detail
  • Positive and receptive to new ideas
  • Must have hands-on skills in scripting and editing for radio.
  • Must have well-developed communication and management skills.
  • Knowledge of New Media, including Internet Streaming, will be an added advantage.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Will Creatively conceptualize the assigned programmes
  • Will effectively plan and organize all requirements
  • Will effectively liaise with other staff such as technical crew, presenters and music team
  • Will Script and package programmes
  • Will do Evaluation and feedback
TV/Radio News Editor Swahili Services

The Role

In this role you will be responsible for proactively providing leadership in news gathering, production and dissemination for the new radio station.

The Person
  • Must have a Degree in Journalism or Communication, or degree in any other field with postgraduate training in journalism.
  • Must have 5 years experience in radio, two of which must have been served at a senior position.
  • Must be self-driven individual, not more than 35 years of age, with high degree of integrity.
  • Must have hands-on skills in scripting and editing for radio.
  • Must have well-developed communication and management skills.
  • Knowledge of New Media, including Internet Streaming, will be an added advantage.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Will manage a team of journalists to prepare radio news bulletins and current affairs programmes.
  • Will manage the editing and production of editorial content before it is aired, in accordance with the Group's House Style.
  • Advise the Group Chief Editor on human and other resource requirements.
  • Meet strict deadlines.
  • Enforce the Group's Editorial Policy.
Core Reporters Swahili Services

The Role
  • Reporters are regarded as first witnesses to history and whose resourcefulness account for a title's or station's greatness.
The Person
  • Must be self-driven individual, not more than 30 years old.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must have at least 5 years experience reporting for radio.
  • Must have a Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication, or other degree with training in journalism.
  • Must have well developed interviewing and analytical skills
  • Ability to work irregular hours.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Reports to the Radio News Editor.
  • To gather and prepare news stories in strict accordance with the Group's House Style and Editorial Policy.
  • Voice stories on air.
Radio Presenters

If you think you have a voice and proven ability and skill for insightful and engaging presentation in Swahili or have always yearned for such an opportunity, we want to talk to you.

In this regard, we are inviting outstanding presenters to apply and make proposals on concepts of programme ideas while showcasing your creativity and imagination without limits.

The Role
  • Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, the on-air talent will host and produce shows.
The Person
  • Must be a creative and self-driven individual.
  • Must have a flair and excellent command of the English and Swahili languages.
  • Able to hold captivating conversations and relate well with the urban and peri-urban listeners.
  • Must have well developed verbal and written communication skills.
  • A Degree / Diploma in Mass Communication will be an added advantage.
  • Must be a person of high integrity.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Research, compile and present diverse content within the various shows on a daily basis.
  • Able to work for long hours under tight deadlines.
Core Radio Production Assistants

The Role
  • Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, they will assist in production of the station's daily programming.
The Person
  • Must have a Degree or Diploma in communication or training in broadcast production or related fields.
  • Must have at least 3 years experience in radio presentation.
  • Must have a good understanding of radio production techniques and processes.
  • Must be self-driven individual, in his or her twenties who has a good command of the English and Swahili language.
  • Must have well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Reporting to the Programmes Controller, the person will be responsible for producing and recording all on-air audio signature products and material for broadcast.
  • Able to work irregular hours within strict deadlines.
Copy/ Creative Writers

The Role
  • Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, they will generate and execute all copy scripts for on-air broadcast.
The Person
  • Must have a Diploma in communication or creative disciplines. A Degree in Communication will be an added advantage.
  • Must be self driven individual in his or her twenties with a good command of the English and Swahili languages.
  • A working knowledge and understanding of radio production techniques and processes.
  • Must have at least 3 years demonstrable experience in copy writing.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Copywriting and scripting all in-house and commercial adverts and selling properties.
  • Managing a pool of internal and external voiceover artistes.
  • Assist in developing and enforcing of the station's creative house styles.
  • Able to work irregular hours within strict deadlines.
Traffic Coordinator

The Role
  • Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, they will generate and execute all copy scripts for on-air broadcast.
The Person
  • Must have a Degree/Diploma in communication.
  • Must have at least 3 years demonstrable experience in radio broadcast environment
  • Must be self driven individual in his or her twenties.
  • Must have a good understanding of radio production processes.
  • Must possess excellent organizational skills and client service acumen.
  • Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Managing and booking of commercial orders
  • Scheduling and tracking of commercials within the production processes.
  • Coordination and Liaison with Commercial and Finance Divisions.
  • Able to work irregular hours within strict deadlines.
If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, please write in confidence enclosing a detailed CV, Copies of academic transcripts, a day-time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees not later than 12th February 2010 to:

The Assistant Manager
HR & Administration Standard Group Limited,
P.O Box 49990, 00100
Nairobi.

E-mail: radiocv @ standardmedia.co.ke

At no time will your application be disclosed.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Ivory Consult (IC) Kenya Career Opportunities

Ivory Consult (IC) is a Kenyan company and a leading firm in the areas of Water Engineering, Environmental Management, and Solid Waste Management.

Our purpose is to deliver a positive and enduring impact on the world. We work in close partnership with key clients in the public and private sectors, providing independent technical, strategic and commercial services.

WaterPRO, a division of Ivory Consult, is a one stop shop for water testing, purification, treatment and supply. We design, construct, and/or operate rural and urban water supply schemes and are registered contractors with the Ministry of Water and Irrigation in Kenya.

We stock, sell and service water treatment technologies that include Reverse Osmosis, Filtration and Ultra-Violet (UV) for residential, commercial, and industrial use. We operate our own water testing laboratory.

In order to position the company to meet its objectives and planned activities, IC now wishes to invite applications from qualified individuals for each advertised post.

1. Projects Manager
  • MSc in either Civil or Mechanical Engineering and registered.
  • Must have demonstrated 3+ years private sector experience with turn-key water projects from feasibility and planning right through to approvals, installation, commissioning and lifecycle management.
2. Finance and Administration Manager
  • MBA Finance or Post Graduate in Economics with private sector experience of 5+ years of consulting in conducting feasibility studies for infrastructure development projects in sectors like energy, transport, urban infrastructure,. water supply and solid waste management.
  • Posses experience of implementing financial control systems and procedures.
3. Business Development Manager
  • Post Graduate training in marketing and sales is a requirement with a demonstrated ability to carry out intense outreach and promotion activities in order to enlarge the company's market share.
  • An understanding of water technology is an added advantage.
4. Sales Engineer
  • Should posses a degree in Civil or Electro-Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
  • A minimum of three years experience in the private sector is required.
5. Sales Executives
  • A diploma in Marketing and Sales is required together with a demonstrated ability to effectively achieve set sales targets by actively and proactively identifying opportunities.
6. Customer Care
  • A diploma in Marketing and sales with proven ability to offer a professional, friendly and efficient service to customers focused on building relationships at all times.
7. Water Technicians
  • Should posses HND or National Diploma in Water or Mechanical Engineering from any of the recognized national Institutions.
  • Experience in site supervision will be an added advantage
8. Plumbers
  • A certificate in plumbing from Kenya Water Institute or any of the National Polytechnics with 3 years experience.
Note:

Applicants should forward their application letters accompanied by certified copies of certificate and C.V.s giving details of their qualifications, and demonstrated experience.

They should in addition give names, current designations and addresses of three (3) referees.

Applicants should forward their documents indicating their current designation, salaries and other benefits and the current letters of appointment.

The positions applied for should be clearly quoted on the top left hand corner of the envelopes.

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

ALL applications should be addressed to

The Managing Director,
Ivory Consult Limited,
PJ Place, Enterprise Road,
P.O. Box 76604 - 00508,
City Square, Nairobi

www.ivoryconsult.com

Deadline: 19th February, 2010.

The Mombasa Academy Teachers Required

The Mombasa Academy is an International school, established in 1978. It follows the British National Curriculum and students sit the Edexcel IGCSE and 'A' Level examinations. The school has a reputation for academic excellence and good all round education.

We are looking for well qualified and experienced teachers, for September 2010, who can teach any combination of the following subjects up to I.G.C.S.E:-

Art, Economics, English, French, Mathematics, Chemistry, History and ICT

Experience of 'A' Level teaching and/or PE as Second Subject would be a distinct advantage. All teachers are expected to contribute fully to the extensive extra curricular programme of the school.

Apply with a full CV, including the names of two referees and a letter of application, outlining teaching experience, additional skills and areas of interest.

Apply to:

The Headmaster,
Mombasa Academy,
P.O Box 86487- 80100,
Mombasa, Kenya.

Fax No: 254 41474650

or Email: msaacademy @ swiftmombasa.com

Closing date for applications: 20th February 2010

Please visit our website: www.msaacademy.com for further information.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Hotel Industry Professionals Unique Opportunities (East / Central Africa): Madhvani Group

Madhvani group, a leading international professionally managed industrial / service group that has diversified into hotel / tourism requires the following personnel for their Five Star / Luxury Safari Lodges, located in a National Park each with over 50 guest rooms, swimming pool, health club, conference facilities, business centre, etc.

01. General Manager

Reporting to the Director Tourism, the General Manager is responsible for managing the lodge, achieving the budgeted occupancy and profits, guest satisfaction, setting and achieving globally acceptable quality services, and maintains international standards for house keeping and hygiene.

The Candidate should be professionally qualified in Hotel Management with 10 years of relevant experience out of which 5 years should be as head of safari lodge / hotel. Work experience in Rooms Division or Food & Beverage is an added advantage.

02. Executive Chef

The safari lodges have multiple outlets and a substantial banqueting operation. The incumbent will be responsible for developing menus, ensuring quality food preparation and presentation, budgeting & menu analysis as well as training the local employees.

The candidate should have suitable professional qualifications with 10 years of relevant experience in a 5 star hotel with European and International cuisine. He should have a successful track record in people & kitchen management.

3. Chief Engineer – Lodge Maintenance

Reporting to the General Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for maintenance of all facilities at the lodge to the highest standard.

These include equipment such as oil fired boilers, DC sets, water treatment plant, HVAC, cold rooms, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, electrical systems, fire systems, air-conditioning systems, entertainment and sound systems etc.

The candidate should have a degree in mechanical / electrical engineering with prior relevant experience of at least 10 years in a 5 star hotel.

The above positions carry attractive compensation package and good working atmosphere with excellent savings potential, local living expenses, suitable housing, travel for self & family, gratuity and medical etc.,

Candidates interested and willing to relocate to East / Central Africa only apply with Contact Telephone Nos. through speed post / courier within 10 days mentioning on the envelope the position applied for to.

P.O Box - 22827
Kampala
Uganda.

With a soft copy of the application on e-mail to: ghrm @ madhvani.org

Driver/ Mechanic and Sales Rep Supervisor Jobs

Vacancies Urgently required:

1) An experienced Driver/ Mechanic who has undergone National Youth Service Training, with valid driving license class BCE.

2) A Sales Rep Supervisor with a Diploma or above in sales and marketing, from a recognized institution

References should be attached.

Please email your application/CV to cslclltd @ gmail. com

Vacancy for Marketing/Sales Person

Age: 25-35

Valid Driving License

Experience in pneumatics and industrial spares

Sales experience of 3-5 years in a similar field

Attractive remuneration package

Email CV to vacancypneumatics @ yahoo.com

Stock Accountant Career Opportunity

Applicants should have at least CPA I with practical work experience, preferably in the area of stock accounting, auditing and stores management.

HR Manager,
P.O. Box 10208-00100
Nairobi

Manager Operations Jobs at Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Sudan

Job Ref No. KCBS02/2010

Job Purpose:
  • Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Manager Operations will provide Operations support at the Branch by executing Banking operations activities in order to offer worldclass customer service whilst also managing the accompanying Operational Risk.
Key Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of this position include: -
  • Customer satisfaction through operational effectiveness and efficiencies
  • Managing operational risk
  • Compliance to controls
  • Manage custody of assets in the branch
  • Staff development and performance management
  • Adequate manning of Front office positions for cash and non cash tellers and ensure proper cash management at the spoke
  • Endeavour to maintain and grow the Customer Base.
  • Ensure adherence to Bank procedures and regulations to reduce frauds and forgeries
Experience/Qualification

The successful applicants should have the following minimum qualifications: -
  • University Degree preferably a Business related degree. Possession of a professional/postgraduate qualification will be added advantage
  • Have at least 3 years experience in General Bank operations e.g. Savings Bank, Current Accounts, and Cash Management as a Section Head. Those with management experience will have an added advantage
  • Credit analysis is an added advantage
  • Operational Risk Management
  • Strong Leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
The above positions are demanding roles and the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or job reference number in the subject field to recruitment @ kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 5th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Branch Managers Jobs at Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Sudan

Job Ref No. KCBS 01/2010

Job Purpose: -

Reporting to the Managing Director KCB Sudan, the Branch Managers will drive and deliver exceptional Business Performance through dynamic leadership of the Retail, Operations and Credit teams at the Branch.

To prepare and implement business plans and have authority to make credit decisions within the limits provided and generally coordinate all administrative activities of the branch.

Key Responsibilities: -

Key Responsibilities of this position would include: -
  • Providing leadership and management of the spoke
  • Achievement of growth and profitability of the spoke
  • Developing and implementing the annual plans
  • Ensures operational efficiencies and compliance to controls and procedures
  • Identification and development of new and profitable business within the spoke
  • Ensures seamless world class customer service
  • Accountable for overall business performance objectives
  • Staff development and performance management
Qualifications and Experience: -

The person should have the following qualifications:
  • Minimum University Degree preferably in a Business related field, a banking qualification or an MBA is an added advantage
  • Minimum 5 years Branch Operations experience 2 of which should be at management level
  • Must have Credit analysis experience
  • Extensive marketing experience would be an added advantage
  • Operational risk management (KYC & AML)
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
The above positions are demanding roles and the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or job reference number in the subject field to recruitment @ kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 5th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project (SWIOFP) Advertisement for Regional Management Unit Posts

The South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project (SWIOFP) is a GEF - World Bank funded research project for the South West Indian Ocean (SWIO) region countries of Comoros, France, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa and Tanzania.

The Regional Management Unit (RMU) of the project is hosted by the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) in Mombasa, Kenya.

SWIOFP is looking for competent persons from any of the above mentioned countries for the following posts available immediately:

Survey Logistics Coordinator (SLC)

This post is open to both freelance individual consultants and individuals seconded by a company to the RMU to deliver on the services mentioned below:

The responsibilities will include:
  • Wet-lease and preparation of vessels to undertake surveys at sea
  • Coordination of surveys at sea (research and wet-leased vessels)
  • Management / coordination of a regional fisheries observer programme
Academic Qualifications and Skills
  • A Tertiary qualification preferably with scientific, technological and marine experience (or a combination of these attributes);
  • Proven experience in the management of commercial fishing and research vessels, and the setting up, and logistics management of scientific surveys of offshore fish resources, and fisheries observer programmes;
  • Good communication skills in English (speak and write).
  • The ability to communicate in French and Portuguese will be an added advantage;
  • Experience in the procurement of vessels, including marine safety and other regulations in the SWIOFP region. This should include wet lease and vessel charter agreements as well as experience in the legalities and insurance requirements of vessel charter and lease agreements.
Duration
  • The post will be a contract position over a period of one year, renewable by mutual agreement, successful performance and project timeframe.
Remuneration
  • Remuneration will be based on the successful candidate's experience and training.
Information Technology and Communication Manager (ITCM)

The responsibilities will include:
  • Fisheries data compilation and evaluation
  • Compiling and maintaining a data atlas for SWIOFP
  • Establishment and maintenance of Information Technology and Communication systems (website and information newsletter)
Qualification and Experience:
  • University degree in IT and Communications with at least five years experience including experience in marine sciences.
  • The candidate should demonstrate wide knowledge and experience in use, development and management of various data and information software used in fisheries science and information including GIS, statistical packages and Internet communication systems.
  • Excellent database programming skills.
  • Good communication skills in English (speak and write). The ability to communicate in French and Portuguese will be an added advantage.
Duration
  • The post will be a contract position over a period of one year, renewable by mutual agreement successful performance and project timeframe
Remuneration
  • The appointment is full time.
  • The right candidate will be paid on a consultancy basis.
Qualified interested candidates are requested to send in their application, along with their updated curriculum vitae (CV) either by courier or by email, to the address below on or before noon, Thursday, 11th February 2010.

Please, clearly indicate "Post for SWIOFP SLC" or "Post for SWIOFP ITCM", on the application if by mail and on the subject if emailing the application.

Further full details of these two vacancies can be downloaded from the following website: www.swiofp.net.

SWIOFP RMU - Driver

Duty Station: Mombasa Basic Function

Responsible to the Regional Executive Secretary for the day-to-day running of the project vehicle and transportation needs of the Regional Management Unit.

Key responsibilities will include
  • Official driver of the South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project vehicle
  • Undertake any other driving duties as may be directed by the Regional Executive Secretary.
  • Attend to SWIOFP delegation/visitors arrivals and departures to and from Kenya.
  • To record all trips of the vehicle in the work-ticket together, including fuel records or any other records as may be requested.
  • Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle's cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, among others.
  • Ensuring the vehicle is maintained to the highest standard respecting the vehicle's maintenance schedule.
  • Required to work outside the normal working hours
  • Maintaining the vehicles clean, polished and in flawless operating conditions.
  • Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems
  • Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road, safety of the person(s) and/ or goods therein.
  • Any other reasonable duties, which are commensurate with the employee's position
Personal Profile
  • Form four certificate holders.
  • Ability to speak and understand English
  • A valid Kenyan Driving licence classes B, C, E and G.
  • A clean driving licence.
  • A certificate of good conduct
  • At least 5 years experience, with knowledge of defensive driving.
  • Basic mechanical and first aid skills will be an added advantage
Duration
  • This is a full-time position for a period of one year, renewable after successful performance and mutual agreement.
Remuneration
  • The successful candidate will be offered a consolidated salary package (inclusive of housing and hardship allowances, and health insurance) and up to a maximum of Ksh. 35,000.00 per month.
  • The driver will be provided with a phone including airtime allowance.
A curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, 2 passport size photographs and testimonials one of which must be from the current employer should be submitted by courier on or before noon, Thursday, 11th February 2010 to the following address:

The Regional Executive Secretary,
South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project,
C/o Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
English Road
Mombasa
P. O. Box 81651-80100
Kenya

Tel: +254 20 8023924
Fax:+254 41 2001133.

E-mail: rmu @ swiofp.net; rpayet @ swiofp.net;

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Humanitarian Programme Officer Job Opportunity: Trocaire

Trocaire's Horn & East Africa Regional Office (HEARD) seeks to fill the position of Humanitarian Programme Officer for its Regional Humanitarian Programme Unit based in Nairobi, with particular responsibility for Sudan.

The possibility exists that the position may be relocated to Sudan.

Trocaire is the development agency of the Irish Catholic Church, and works in solidarity with local development actors to implement programmes in Sustainable Livelihoods, Governance & Human Rights, Preparing for & responding to Emergencies, HIV/AIDS, Promoting Gender Equality and Environmental Justice. The successful candidate will report to the Regional Humanitarian Programme Officer.

Scope of the Role:
  • The role will have a regional mandate, with a specific focus on Sudan.
Responsibilities:
  • Programme development, representation, networking, capacity building of partners, and monitoring and evaluation.
Qualifications and experience required
  • Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in social sciences, development studies, or related field;
  • Technical skills in humanitarian response including knowledge and experience of SPHERE standards, Good Enough Guide and Code of Conduct;
  • A minimum of 4 years' humanitarian experience, preferably working through partnership with local organisations;
  • Managing programmes at the local, national, or international level in a culturally diverse organisation, preferably with an International NGO;
  • Good knowledge of humanitarian issues in Sudan. Knowledge and experience of designing, implementing through partnership, and monitoring of externally funded programmes, including proposal and report writing.
  • Proven leadership, inter-personal and analytical skills, excellent communication skills in English, and one or more Sudanese languages is desirable.
Application Procedure

Please submit CV (3 pages max) and covering letter to

The Human Resources Officer,
Trocaire
P.O. Box 66300-00800,
Westlands, Nairobi,

or email to hr @ trocaire.or.ke no later than Monday, February 1,2010.

Please include reliable daytime telephone number, your present salary and contact details of three referees one of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor.

Trocaire is an equal opportunity employer.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Norway Technical Assistance to Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP): Invitation for Application for Project Coordinator Post

Eastern Africa Power Pool
Pool Energetique d'Afrique Orientate

Norway Technical Assistance to Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP)

Invitation for Application for Project Coordinator Post

1. The Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP) has received a grant from the Government of Norway towards the cost of Technical Assistance Project to operationalize the regional power trade Co-ordination Centre (CC) and Independent Regulatory Body (IRB), and intends to apply part of the proceeds in payment of contract for Project Co-ordination Services.

2. Under the component, a Project Co-ordinator will be employed to manage the Project implementation. The Project Co-ordinator's scope of services shall be, but not limited to, the following:

(i) Preparing Request for Proposal (RFP) and managing the tendering process for selection of consultants (Management Consultant, Database & Communication Consultant, Training Firms and Auditor) and staff;

(ii) Co-ordinating and managing the implementation of different activities of the Project including: training of staff of CC and IRB, supply and installation of Database and Satellite Communication facilities, and auditing of the Project's Account;

(iii) Providing advice to the EAPP Permanent Secretariat on the final roles and responsibilities of the CC and IRB and their management and organizational structure;

(iv) Organizing Stakeholders' meetings to deliberate on outputs of the Project; and

(v) Preparing reports including: Quarterly Progress Reports, Inception Report, Mid-term Review Report, and Output Assessment Report.

3. Applicant for the position will be required to meet the following minimum qualifications:

(i) Education: A Master in any Social Sciences preferably in Management/Business Administration;

(ii) Experience: Ten (10) years work experience of which at least five (5) years in institutional and project management;

(iii) Language Requirement: Fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English (working knowledge of French language will have an advantage); and

(iv) Other Requirements: Basic knowledge of computer operations and ability to use related software programs.

4. EAPP, the Executing Agency of the Project, invites qualified applicants to apply providing proof of relevant qualifications and experience with curriculum vitae (CV) and copy of credentials.

Following pre-qualification, a shortlist of five (5) best qualified consultants will be invited for interview. EAPP will negotiate the contract prices with the selected applicant.

5. The Place of duty is Addis Ababa and Duration of contract is for twenty (20) months.

6. Applications must be submitted together with unretumable documents not later than 14 February 2010 at 1500 Hours Addis Ababa local time by e-mail or fax or postal address to:

Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP)
P O Box 100644, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
T el: +251-116 183 694/+251 -911605566
Fax:+251-116183387

E-mail: eapp-addis @ ethionet.et


Farm Manager and Accountant Career Opportunities

We are a medium sized agricultural production and processing company and we are looking to fill the following positions:

Farm Manager

Reporting to the General Manager, the farm manager’s main responsibilities will be as follows;
  • Managing various parcels of land on behalf of the company
  • Plan production schedules to meet processing requirements
  • Crop husbandry and farm management
  • Managing production costs & yields ensuring maximum output at minimal cost
  • Procurement from 3rd party farms to meet production shortfalls
Qualification Prerequisites:
  • Minimum Higher Diploma in Horticulture or Agriculture
  • At least 8 years relevant experience as a farm manager
  • Willing to relocate as the job dictates
Key Competencies:
  • A strong track record in farming
  • Should have a well-organized and collaborative approach to work, with strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong commercial orientation and ability to work on own initiative.
  • Person of exemplary and unquestionable integrity
  • Ability to formulate solutions and offer opinions in an open manner.
Accountant

Reporting to the General Manager, the accountant’s main responsibilities will be as follows;
  • Daily reconciliation of production output to dispatch resolving variances in a timely manner
  • Reviewing the account clerk’s data capture and filing and the store keepers records for accuracy
  • Supervising daily stock counts of raw materiaL and daily verification of production output
  • Preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Participate in the implementation and monitoring of robust internal control mechanisms.
  • Managing relationships with key stakeholders such as financial institutions, regulators, insurance brokers and auditors
  • General administration
Qualification Prerequisites:
  • Minimum CPA Part 2 or equivalent
  • At least 3 years audit experience
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment will be an added advantage
  • Strong working knowledge of Quickbooks and MS Office applications.
Key Competencies:
  • Sound knowledge of corporate financial management and controls
  • Should have a well-organized and collaborative approach to work, with strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong commercial orientation and ability to work on own initiative.
  • Must demonstrate proven work ethics that meet strict deadlines.
  • Presentable, articulate and able to manage relationships effectively
  • Person of exemplary and unquestionable integrity
  • Ability to formulate solutions and offer opinions in an open manner.

If you are qualified and interested in any of these vacancies, please send your application letter and CV to investmentsolympus @ gmail.com before close of business 29th January 2010.

Your CV should include details of your achievements and your current or last remuneration.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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