Minister Kimunya, This Is New Kenya With New Standards For Appointments
By Mwenda Njoka. Source: Star Newspaper.
There is something particularly bizarre in the way Transport Minister Amos Muhinga Kimunya conducts his official duties. When, as Finance Minister in 2008 he faced a public storm and calls to resign over the apparently irregular and highly controversial sale of the Grand Regency Hotel, Kimunya publicly—and rather arrogantly, I daresay—declared, “I would rather die than resign!”
A few days later Finance Minister Amos Kimunya was forced to eat the humble pie. Parliament passed a vote of no confidence in him and he had to resign to pave way for an independent investigation into the
Grand Regency Scandal. The investigation, we are told, cleared Kimunya of any wrong doing in the sale of Grand Regency Hotel to Libyans for what many Kenyans considered a pittance.
A few weeks ago, Kimunya constituted a new board of directors to oversee the management of the strategic (and very lucrative) Kenya’s sole sea port of entry—Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).
Nothing wrong with the Minister for Transport appointing a new board for KPA, that is perfectly within his ministerial mandate. What is patently wrong though is for the minister to skew the appointments in favour of one particular community—the Kikuyu—as if the rest of Kenyan communities do not matter.
Seven out of the thirteen board members appointed by Minister Kimunya come from Central Kenya—at least judging by their names, and names are pretty reliable indicators of one’s ethnic background in this country. I have nothing personal or otherwise against the Kikuyu or any other community in the country. If anything, I being a Meru, I would say we have filial relations with the Kikuyu community, not to mention other relations.
But that does not change my perception when it comes to issues of justice, fairness and equity in public appointments and sharing of national resources. I would still hold the same view—that Amos Kimunya is blatantly wrong—if he had appointed my own kith and kin in a similarly disproportionate manner to the board of KPA or any other public body.
The people Kimunya gazetted for KPA board may be very qualified professionals with a string of degrees and experience stretching from here to Australia, but that is beside the point. The real point here is the issue of being perceptive and sensitive to interests and needs of all Kenyan communities when it comes to public appointments.
Insensitivity and failure to recognise other communities’ interests is the demon seed that breeds political discord, conflict and clashes. Such political tactlessness borders on treasonable acts. Many fair-minded Kenyans—myself included—have raised our voices over and over against the coastal group, Mombasa Republican Council (MRC) for its anti-nationalistic stance.
But clearly, with Cabinet Ministers like Amos Kimunya being so insensitive to interests and needs of other communities—besides his own—only a blind person would fail to concede that indeed MRC has some genuine grievances when it says that Coast people have been marginalized. Whereas one finds the catchphrase of MRC that “Pwani si Kenya” (Coast is not part of Kenya) a complete abomination, when you look at actions of Ministers such as Kimunya, you reluctantly concede that MRC is not the real enemy, politicians like Kimunya are!
Now, where I come from (and I believe even where the Transport Minister hails from) the name “Kimunya” means someone who uproots or destroys stuff for the sake of it. Now, is it that Amos Kimunya has chosen to live up to his name or is it that he simply doesn’t get it?
Could it possibly be that Kimunya is not aware that we live in a new Kenya where ways of the old when Ministers rode roughshod on citizens appointing only their kith and kin to key positions are neither acceptable nor palatable?
It is completely out of sync with the letter and spirit of the new Constitution and reeks of extreme political arrogance for Minister Kimunya to appoint 53.8% of KPA board of directors from one ethnic community. With such Ministers should we really be surprised that some communities feel like they are not part of Kenya? I don’t think so.
Sales Executives at Marasa Holdings
Location: Mombasa and Nairobi
Description:
Sales Executive at Marasa Holdings Ltd in Mombasa and Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
SALES EXECUTIVES
Marasa Holdings Ltd, a subsidiary of the Madhvani Group, Uganda the owner of the 3 leading Safari Lodges in Kenya (The Ark, Aberdare Country Club, and Mara leisure
Camp) is looking for young, highly qualified, experienced and motivated individuals to strengthen our sales team.
Requirements
- The applicant must be a holder of a recognized degree in Sales and Marketing.
- A minimum of 5 years sales experience in the hospitality industry in particular with a strong background of dealing within institutional sales, tour operators, and individual customers.
- To be able to draw up sales plan periodically.
- To be able to achieve targets, provide customer service / care and product promotions.
- To be able to handle Agency relationships, develop and have in place proactive relationship with travel agents in Kenya and abroad.
- To develop and maintain an effective Management Information System.
- To be able to advice Management on the market developments from time to time.
- Excellent communication and management skills, presentable, attention to detail, hard working with excellent organizational skills.
- Aware of global and regional developments with the required area of specialization in the hospitality industry.
- Willing to travel extensively and with valid driving permit
- A competitive salary / incentive, commensurate with the experience and qualifications, will be offered to the successful candidate.
Applications may be submitted to ghrm@madhvani.org not later than 15th May 2012.
Marasa Africa Central Reservations:
P.O Box 48995, Nairobi 00100 | Tel: +254(0)73779 9990/2 | +254(0)20210 1333
Fax +254(0) 2055 6126 | reservations.ke.marasa.net | www.marasa.net
Internews has an Open Job for a Resident Journalism Advisor to devise a comprehensive training and mentoring program in journalism and radio production skills for community-based recruits in Central Somalia
Somalia: Resident Journalism Advisor
(Nairobi, Kenya)
Description
General Summary:
Under the direction of the Project Director based in Nairobi, the RJA is responsible for devising and implementing training workshops and mentoring programs for radio journalists and producers working at local stations in Central Somalia.
The RJA will train senior staff at our partner radio organization in Nairobi to carry out further trainings in the field. The RJA will also design and train trainers for a program of media skills and literacy events for grass roots Somali civil society organizations.
The position is a three-month assignment based in Nairobi, but could involve some training workshops in Somalia or Somaliland.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned:
•Devise a comprehensive training and mentoring program in journalism and radio production skills for community-based recruits in Central Somalia .
•Carry out training-of-trainer workshops for senior journalists and production staff at our partner media organization in Nairobi
•Liaise with partner media organization on training, skills and production objectives.
•Devise a program of media skills and literacy events for local civil society organizations in Somalia and train implementers for these .
•Work with Project Director to develop monitoring and evaluation tools and report on progress of training and mentoring programs
Qualifications:
•Experience designing and implementing radio journalism and production training programs, including training of trainers
•Computer literate and familiar with digital radio equipment and software
•Ability to assess trainees skills and devise evaluation processes for sustainable use beyond this assignment
•Mother-tongue standard fluency in written and spoken English.
•Somali language and/or knowledge of Somalia and its culture an advantage
How to apply:
Closing Date: 8th June 2012
Please visit Internews’ website to apply:
https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&cws=1&rid=123 or
http://www.internews.org/jobs
Accountant at StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company
Location: Mombasa, Kisumu
Description:
Accountant at StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company Limited in Mombasa, Kisumu – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Introduction:
StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company Limited (Referred as StarTimes) aims at providing affordable, various, and reliable digital TV service to Kenya. This includes not only the set-top-box, but also digital TV services. Our services are going to be available in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and nine other cities within this year. Kenya will be the ninth country covered by the StarTimes Group’s digital services. The former countries include: Rwanda, Nigeria, Tanzania, Republic of Guinea, Mozambique, Uganda, Burundi and Central Africa. The StarTimes Group has more than one million subscribers in Pan Africa and more than seven million subscribers globally. As part of our growth strategy and in order to strengthen our team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the company wishes to invite experienced, dynamic and innovative individuals to join us.
ACCOUNTANT
(Mombasa:1/Kisumu: 1)
Competitive salary package and attractive career promotion opportunity are here!
Application:
Qualified candidates please send your application letters and resumes quoting relevant skills and experience to the following email address as attachment (word format), with the title of email as following format: position titlename- mobile number.
The format for the title of the attachment is the same.
Kindly include names of three referees and a daytime telephone contact.
Interviews will be done on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Nairobi: hr.kenya@startimes.com.cn
Mombasa: hr.mombasa@startimes.co.ke
Kisumu: hr.kisumu@startimes.co.ke
Commercial Assistant at StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company
Location: Mombasa
Description:
Commercial Assistant at StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company Limited in Mombasa – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Introduction:
StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company Limited (Referred as StarTimes) aims at providing affordable, various, and reliable digital TV service to Kenya. This includes not only the set-top-box, but also digital TV services. Our services are going to be available in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and nine other cities within this year. Kenya will be the ninth country covered by the StarTimes Group’s digital services. The former countries include: Rwanda, Nigeria, Tanzania, Republic of Guinea, Mozambique, Uganda, Burundi and Central Africa. The StarTimes Group has more than one million subscribers in Pan Africa and more than seven million subscribers globally. As part of our growth strategy and in order to strengthen our team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the company wishes to invite experienced, dynamic and innovative individuals to join us.
COMMERCIAL ASSISTANT
(Mombasa:1)
Competitive salary package and attractive career promotion opportunity are here!
Application:
Qualified candidates please send your application letters and resumes quoting relevant skills and experience to the following email address as attachment (word format), with the title of email as following format: position title – name- mobile number.
The format for the title of the attachment is the same.
Kindly include names of three referees and a daytime telephone contact.
Interviews will be done on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Nairobi: hr.kenya@startimes.com.cn
Mombasa: hr.mombasa@startimes.co.ke
Kisumu: hr.kisumu@startimes.co.ke
Location: Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu
Description:
Sales Account Executives at StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company Limited in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Introduction:
StarTimes Media (Kenya) Company Limited (Referred as StarTimes) aims at providing affordable, various, and reliable digital TV service to Kenya. This includes not only the set-top-box, but also digital TV services. Our services are going to be available in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and nine other cities within this year. Kenya will be the ninth country covered by the StarTimes Group’s digital services. The former countries include: Rwanda, Nigeria, Tanzania, Republic of Guinea, Mozambique, Uganda, Burundi and Central Africa. The StarTimes Group has more than one million subscribers in Pan Africa and more than seven million subscribers globally. As part of our growth strategy and in order to strengthen our team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the company wishes to invite experienced, dynamic and innovative individuals to join us.
SALES ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES
(Nairobi: 15/ Mombasa: 6/Kisumu:10)
Job Objective:
- Increase company sales through new cliental and to maintain a stable and progressive relationships with current cliental.
- To ensure smooth and efficient operations of the marketing and sales department by coordinating and cooperating within departments and between departments to ensuring that expected sale targets are met.
- To safeguard company’s property and products according to company’s policies and procedures. To assist the sales director with any issues related to the sales department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain accounts.
- Implement the channel sale policy, and formulate promotion plan
- Enlarge corporate account market and achieve expected sales targets
- Keep good relationship with clients, and resolve the problem customers faced, dealing with customers’ complaints promptly, and collect market information
- Feedback and maintain the information of dealers and resellers
- Analyze the information of dealers and market, and forecast the market trends
- Support work of delivery, goods provides, goods returning, payment collection, receipts, accountings checking, etc
- Achieve the individual sale targets, and submit all the required documents in time.
- Any other tasks assigned by the management
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain records and documentation pertaining to work force.
- Problem solving skills
- Possess strong product and system knowledge.
- Possess good communications and analytical skills – English and Swahili
- Ability to provide outstanding service and sales to clients.
Education/Experience:
- Diploma from a recognized university/college with at least 2 years related work experience from a fast paced organization.
- Computer literacy
Competitive salary package and attractive career promotion opportunity are here!
Application:
Qualified candidates please send your application letters and resumes quoting relevant skills and experience to the following email address as attachment (word format), with the title of email as following format: position title – name- mobile number.
The format for the title of the attachment is the same.
Kindly include names of three referees and a daytime telephone contact.
Interviews will be done on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Nairobi: hr.kenya@startimes.com.cn
Mombasa: hr.mombasa@startimes.co.ke
Kisumu: hr.kisumu@startimes.co.ke
Save the Children Area Representative (Central Somalia) Job in Nairobi Kenya
Job Title: Area Representative – Central Somalia
Duty Station: Nairobi – with potential travel to field sites pending a significant improvement in security.
Reports to: Director of Operations
Working relationships: Area Representative Central Somalia, Humanitarian Director & Emergency Response Team members
Line Management responsibility
- International & National Staff: Project Managers, finance, HR, logistics and Field Managers (final composition of team tba)
- Indirect line management of over x national staff
Budget Holding Responsibility: Over GBP 10 Million
Grade: 3.1. (international Contract)
Contract Length: 6 months (renewable)
Child Safeguarding Level: 3
Introduction:
Save the Children (SC) is an international organization with 27 member organizations across the globe. It is united by a common mission and brand but, to some extent, has until now been working independently from country to country and within countries. With the decision by all Save the Children organizations to create an International Programmes Unit (IPU) taken in 2010, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries.
This will result in one organisation at the national level in each country and a unified programme delivery structure for all Save the Children International Members.
Save the Children UK, Denmark and Finland unified in Somalia in January 2010 under the name Save the Children in Somalia which will move to the IPU model by the end of 2012. After one year of unification and as a result of an active fundraising strategy the programme budget was over GBP 10m covering thematic areas of protection, child survival (which includes health, nutrition and livelihoods), education, and Child Rights Governance.
Save the Children works in the three “zones” of Somalia: Somaliland, Puntland and Central South Somalia (CSS). Due to constraints on security, and the need to liaise with UN agencies, other NGOs and donors, the country office is based in Nairobi.
Directors and senior managers are expected to travel extensively to monitor and support programme work in all parts of Somalia that are accessible and where security threats are being effectively mitigated Save the Children has been engaged in Somalia for over 20 years.
The programme has substantially grown since and intends to continue long-term. During the drought crisis of 2011, the programme in Somalia expanded exponentially and we presently work across 5 regions of Somalia with offices in Hiran, Abudwaq and a shared office with our partner in Mogadishu.
The post holder will be based in Nairobi, at present there is no access for international staff to Abudwaq and Hiran.
Therefore, a strong understanding of remote support to Save the Children staff and partners is a vital component of this position.
This is a new position within the organisation; due to the large growth of operations in Somalia over the past 8 months a decision was taken to split Somalia into southern and central regions, with an Area Representative for each. A Transition Manager will be in place for a number of months to support the change in the structure, working closely with the Area Representatives and their teams, Operations Director and Humanitarian Director.
Job Purpose
The Area Representative has overall responsibility for the development, management and delivery of good quality programmes in Central Somalia.
S/he will work through Field Managers based in Galgaduud and and Hiran to ensure that all aspects of programming are coordinated resulting in efficiency, high team moral and cost effectiveness and ensure that Save the Children continues to reach more children.
As the senior representative of Save the Children in Central Somalia, s/he will ensure that Save the Children’s programmes implement key humanitarian principles and that we work in close collaboration with other key stakeholders and the government to promote and advocate for realisation of children’s rights.
The Security environment in Central Somalia is fragile and requires the post-holder to liaise closely with staff and to advice senior management on robust security management guidelines and plans for Central Somalia.
Key Accountabilities
It is important to note that at present, a large component of these accountabilities will need to be done remotely.
1. Program Development, Implementation and Delivery
- Lead on development and implementation of participatory and consultative Area Programme Operations Plan in line with the Country Annual Plan.
- Implement a robust remote project monitoring system that allows for timely evidence gathering, management action and organisational learnings in quality programme management.
- Ensure that effective remote support mechanisms are in place to listen to, act upon and address children’s and communities’ concerns/recommendations through active participation by children and communities in project design, monitoring and evaluations at field level.
- Ensure a proactive and strategic fundraising plan is pursued and implemented in close collaboration with Programme Quality and the Emergency Response teams.
- Ensure that staff capacity in quality project management is improved and strengthened through direct and remote training, coaching and mentoring.
2. People Management and Development
- Work closely with the HR and Admin Director, to ensure that all HR policies and guidelines for national staff are in place, are understood by all staff and are adhered to. Support all managers in recruitment, induction, placement, promotion, training/development and separation/termination
- Enhance staff performance through mutually agreed performance management plans, clarity of individual and collective roles and responsibilities; ensure a robust process of performance monitoring, learning & development initiatives and timely management actions.
- Represent staff concerns that can not be dealt with locally, in a timely manner to the Director of Operations and Human Resources.
- Promote an inspiring and motivating working environment through teamwork, delegation and the team building initiatives.
- Promote and ensure a culture that respects and promotes collaboration, diversity, inclusion and staff recognition.
3. Financial, Budget and Grant Management
- Efficiently and successfully manage the grant cycle by putting in place robust remote support mechanisms to start, implement and close grants in line with donor as well as Save the Children’s policies
- Ensure that programme budgets are managed through rigorous remote budget and finance monitoring practices with participation of all key functions involved in projects.
- Oversee the general application and observance of financial procedures and guidelines set out in SC financial manual and donors’ requirements
- Ensure that budgets are spent and charged to their respective budget heads and grants by diligently reviewing the financial (SUN) reports at least every month and bringing to the timely attention of the Director of Operations and the Finance Director any major budget concerns and suggestions/recommendations
- Ensure that adequate support to and monitoring of the field finance teams is provided by the finance and grants team at in Nairobi and head office
- Ensure that grants are managed as per Save the Children’s and donors’ requirements including the quality and timely submission of reports.
4. Partnership management and Development
- Identify within Central Somalia appropriate partners through whom Save the Children can impact in the rights of children at scale.
- Work with existing SC partners to ensure a quality partnership environment through mutual respect and trust, robust partnership assessments, capacity building , project monitoring, sharing and networking by drawing support from technical resources from within the country programme.
- Ensure that all partnerships in Central Somalia are fully compliant to donor guidelines and requirements
- Ensure that partners understand and implement Save the Children’s policies and procedures including child safeguarding, procurement, fraud and whistle blowing.
5. Operations Management
- Ensure that standardised systems, in line with the Country Programme policies, procedures and guidelines in the areas of logistics, finance and HR are in place, well understood and adhered to by all staff
- Ensure that minimum logistics/financial/administrative standards and country policies are implemented
- Ensure that rigorous remote project management tools are put in place and used by relevant managers (operational plan, procurement plan, output trackers, etc…)
- Ensure that staff have operational and capacity development support within their operating environment
- Ensure the strict adherence of Central Somalia team to the basic humanitarian principles at all times: neutrality, impartiality and independence while delivering programmes for children
6. Representation and Advocacy
- Represent Save the Children at Central Somalia, network with INGOs/NGOs and other stakeholders and government.
- Continuously and proactively engage in strategic analysis of evidence and document and implement learnings for quality improvement in programme strategies for children.
- Identify, establish and maintain close working relationship with key stakeholders in the furtherance of children’s rights
- Ensure appropriate representation in all relevant meetings: clusters, working groups,
7. Security and Context Monitoring
- In close collaboration with the Security Manager, the Field Managers, the Security Focal Points and local partners proactively monitor the political and security situation at both national and local level and ensure that a clear and updated security management plan is in place for all areas of operations in Central Somalia.
- As far as possible ensure that all staff are involved in the establishment of guidelines, protocols in developing security plans that should be formally reviewed on a weekly basis.
- In close collaboration with the Security Manager, the Field Managers, local partners and the Security Focal Points, manage any significant security incident in Central Somalia. If this involves a “critical incident” the Security Manager and the Operations Director must be informed immediately.
- Adapt to security constraints and ensure that staff are adequately aware of security risks and management issues in order to deliver projects for children.
Person Specification
- Degree in the field of social sciences, management or related field or a minimum of 5 years progressive senior management experience in humanitarian work
- Previous experience of working in partnership with and managing local NGOs to deliver quality programmes.
- At least 10 years experience in the development and management of programmes in conflict affected countries.
- Experience of Somalia desirable.
- Experience in the leadership/direction, development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of multi donor, multi-site field programmes, including direct and remote management and supervisory experience.
- Proven strategic planner and team leader with sound technical knowledge, conceptual and analytical ability, good judgment, and adaptive, flexible capacity.
- Proven ability to develop and lead a high performing team both directly and remotely.
- Excellent people manager, mentor and coach
- Excellent written communications skills in English including proposal/report-writing
- Strong problem solving and organisational skills in day to day and crisis situations
- Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
- Outstanding interpersonal and inter-organizational skills
- A commitment to working through systems of children/community participation.
- Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s vision, mission, values and principles.
Child Safeguarding Policy:
- Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking an activity on behalf of SC UK must sign the Child Safeguarding – Declaration of Acceptance Form] and comply with the SC UK’s Child Safeguarding Policy which is a statement of SC UK’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children with whom it comes into contact.
- This extends not only to children with whom SC and its partners work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. SC UK believes that the situation of children must be improved through the promotion of their rights supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children’s Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.
Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org
Application Closing Date: Friday 27th April 2012.
However, the closing date may be earlier than this date due to the urgency in filling the position.
Location: Kericho
Description:
Team Leader Tea Plucking/Harvesting at Unilever Tea Kenya Limited in Kericho – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Unilever Tea Kenya Limited is a large scale Tea Producer with plantations in Kericho, Rift-Valley Province and Limuru, Central Province. The Company’s principle areas of operations are tea growing and processing and sustainable fuel wood production. We are committed to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental care and we were the first Tea Company in the world to be Rainforest Alliance Certified in 2007. Working to create a better future every day, we help people feel good, look good and get more out of life with brands and services that are good for them and good for others.
We are seeking to recruit highly motivated and qualified individuals to fill a number of openings which have fallen vacant:
TEAM LEADER TEA PLUCKING/HARVESTING
Reporting to the Divisional Manager/Divisional Assistant/ Field Assistant, the incumbent will be fully responsible and accountable for ensuring that plucking/harvesting of tea is done to the required agronomic standards as defined in the organization’s Agricultural manual.
Main Accountabilities
- Carry out supervision of all hand plucking/mechanical harvesting operations in the field.
- Ensure raw material quality as per Unilever raw material/ tea quality specifications.
- Ensure that the area under supervision is plucked or harvested to highest agronomic standards & productivity improvement.
- Ensure principles & practices of plucking/harvesting operations are deeply entrenched in the plucking/ harvesting team.
- Support field management to ensure that the financial expenditure is in line with the budget.
- Support implementation of company welfare & social programs in area under control.
- Ensure compliance to the company Safety, Health and Environment and other policies.
- Other responsibilities as described in the role profile
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Education & Extension, Agricultural Engineering, HR, Business Management or any other related field.
• KCSE C plain - Relevant experience will be an added advantage.
- Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
To apply send your cover letter together with a detailed CV to;*
HR Service Delivery Specialist
Unilever Tea Kericho
P O BOX 20-20200
KERICHO.
Closing date: 3rd May 2012.
Agency Sales Business Executive at Nation Media Group
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://careers.nationmedia.com
Description:
Agency Sales Business Executive at Nation Media Group in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Nation Media Group, the largest independent media house ¡n East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. We are seeking for qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions.
AGENCY SALES BUSINESS EXECUTIVE
(Job Ref: HR-AGBE-04-12)
We are seeking for qualified and experienced Agency Sales Business Executives who will add value to the operations ofthe Group.
The Role:
Reporting to a Business Manager, the candidates will have the overall responsibility of initiating and executing sales while promoting and developing effective service to our agencies to maximize sales volumes and revenue.
Knowledge, skills and experience required:
- University Degree,
- Diploma in Sales & Marketing with over 3 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing,
- Ability and readiness to work long and odd hours,
- Results oriented,
- Ability to work independently and under pressure,
- Excellent client service skills,
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
- A good understanding and experience in the media industry will be an added advantage.
If you meet the above criteria, please send your application and a detailed CV online to
http://careers.nationmedia.com before 1 April, 2012.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the incumbent will have overall oversight of the programming department which is responsible for content planning and market benchmarking; acquisition and scheduling in line with the station’s overall viewership ratings objectives and associated target audience profiling.
Programming Manager
Job Ref: HR-PM-04-2012
Job Purpose
The core purpose of this position is the competitive acquisition, scheduling and management of programming for NMG’s television channels.
In addition, the incumbent will also actively interpret quarterly audience research, ensure scheduling is responsive to research and work closely with marketing to develop competitive and creative concepts for all programming genres and blocks.
The successful candidate will also oversee content publicity and promotion on both television and the website for all television channels.
The job requires a keen interest in media consumption, consumer behaviour and the competitive landscape in East Africa, excellent judgment, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities
Working with a small team, the core responsibilities of the job are as follows:
- In consultation with research and other TV managers and in-house teams, manage and develop market- appropriate and effective television schedules. This includes the acquisition of third party content and daily performance monitoring and management of on air transmission;
- Consolidate, in partnership with the marketing and sales team, the audience Research function within the organisation, as a key input into strategic and tactical decision making at the corporate level as well as across business units;
- Develop and manage annual budgets for programming, acquisitions and all other related aspects of broadcasting programming;
- Ensure the optimal use of funds and all related resources;
- Develop and maintain high-level supplier relationships;
- Oversee contract adherence, contract renewals & deal structuring;
- Monitor performance of channels its brand awareness, appreciation and viewership;
- In consultation with Head of TV, source local commissioned and co-produced content and ideas that will enhance the station competitiveness and grow ratings;
- Oversee the administration and management of local content suppliers and commissioned producers;
- Oversee the day to day operations of the in-house team of schedulers and acquisitions administrators.
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, media or marketing and a minimum of five years of experience in media or related environment, preferably in a substantial & strategic position;
- Television experience preferred; experience in advertising agency or research house is an added advantage;
- Knowledge of the East African media & consumer landscape with keen interest in media consumption trends in the region;
- Highly developed sense of responsibility & accountability with excellent judgment, combined with initiative flexibility required to thrive in a start-up;
- Excellent written and spoken communication, presentation and negotiation skills;
- Excellent ability to create and maintain high-level, productive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders;
- Proven management skills of people, resources and projects.
If you meet the above criteria, apply online at http://careers.nationmedia.com before 13th April 2012.
Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation Senior Epidemiologist Job in Nairobi, Kenya
It operates from the central office in The Hague in the Netherlands, regional offices and additional country offices worldwide.
The organization was founded in 1903 by a private Dutch initiative and now operates worldwide. For its funding KCNV is dependent on government subsidies and private contributions through fundraising.
Purpose of the job
KNCV primary activity is the building of capacity through the provision of technical assistance, operational research and training to the national TB control efforts at country level.
KNCV is in the process of decentralizing core activities from the central office in The Hague to the regional office in Nairobi.
One of these activities is the development of the specific technical area of operational research in the African region.
Main duties:
- Carrying out national and international epidemiological TB research in the African region
- Maintaining and analyzing a data
- Developing project plans and proposals for research projects.
- Assisting researchers in countries in setting up and carrying out research projects; building capacity for research by giving technical support and monitoring performance of the work. This may include local MSc and PhD students.
- Maintaining contacts with national and international research organizations such as universities, the Medical Research Institutes Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) etc.
- Publishing scientific articles and disseminate results
- Advising and supporting national TB program staff and partner institutions in the African region in setting up and conducting TB research in a national and international context.
- Academic level of working and thinking (preferable medical specialization).
- Doctorate degree (PhD) or a minimum of 4 or more first author publications in international journals (not counting abstracts).
- In-depth knowledge of and experience with research techniques and statistics.
- Knowledge of epidemiology preferable in the area of tuberculosis.
- Experience in training and capacity building processes.
- Ability to work in a team and as an individual.
- Excellent oral and writing skills in English.
- Demonstrated skills in software as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and research data analysis and statistical programs.
To apply for this position please send a cover letter, CV and names of three (3) references to KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, Nairobi.
Email: kncv-kenya@kncvtbc.nl under subject ‘Senior Epidemiologist’ before 14th April 2012. For
further information on KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, please also see www.kncvtbc.nl and www.tbcare1.org.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
Nation Media Group Event Manager Job in Kenya
We attract and serve unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. We are seeking to recruit for the position of Event Manager in Marketing department.
Job Summary
The Events Manager will be charged with conceptualizing and managing a broad spectrum of NMG events to grow audience engagement and generate new revenue streams.
The job holder will work in close liaison with NMG’s Brand and Product managers and will be responsible for managing the entire event process, from conceptualization through to implementation and post
event analysis.
The Events Manager should have eye for detail, be an enthusiastic professional able to build relationships with internal and external partners, and deliver outstanding customer service to sponsors.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the brand and product teams to identify event opportunities that will drive brand-audience engagement and deliver revenue
- Conceptualise and manage outstanding events in line with brand objectives
- Ensure the smooth execution of event production and logistics tasks
- Write compelling sponsorship proposals and work in close liaison with the advertising sales team to drive sponsorship sales
- Ensure sponsor obligations are managed and delivered effectively during the execution of each event.
- Negotiate and manage external suppliers and vendors to ensure delivery of value.
- Event management skills – At least 3-4 years working in an event agency at a middle to senior management level.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally- ability to think on your feet.
- Budget management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Good proposal-writing skills a must.
- University graduate in Business, Marketing or other related field.
- Creative thinker.
- Excellent planner and organizer.
- High energy.
- Fantastic customer service ethic.
- High quality standards.
- Remain calm and focused under pressure.
If you meet the above criteria, apply online at;
http://careers.nationmedia.com
and by quoting our ref HR-EM-03-201 2
before 9th April 2012.
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Event Manager at Nation Media Group in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
EVENT MANAGER
Job Number: HR-EM-03-2012
Number of Openings: 0
Relocation: N
Location: Opportunity:
The Nation Media Group, the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. We attract and serve unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. We are seeking to recruit suitable candidates for a position in our Marketing Department. NMG is seeking to build an Events Department that will be charged with conceptualizing and executing relevant, targeted events for its various audiences.
Job Summary
The Events Manager will be charged with conceptualizing and managing a broad spectrum of NMG events to grow audience engagement and generate new revenue streams. The job holder will work in close liaison with NMG’s Brand and Product managers and will be responsible for managing the entire event process, from conceptualization through to implementation and post event analysis. The Events Manager should have eye for detail, be an enthusiastic professional able to build relationships with internal and external partners, and deliver outstanding customer service to sponsors.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the brand and product teams to identify event opportunities that will drive brand-audience engagement and deliver revenue
- Conceptualise and manage outstanding events in line with brand objectives
- Ensure the smooth execution of event production and logistics tasks
- Write compelling sponsorship proposals and work in close liaison with the advertising sales team to drive sponsorship sales
- Ensure sponsor obligations are managed and delivered effectively during the execution of each event.
- Negotiate and manage external suppliers and vendors to ensure delivery of value.
Skills & Qualifications
- Event management skills – At least 3-4 years working in an event agency at a middle to senior management level.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally- ability to think on your feet.
- Budget management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Good proposal-writing skills a must.
- University graduate in Business, Marketing or other related field.
Personal Attributes
- Creative thinker.
- Excellent planner and organizer.
- High energy.
- Fantastic customer service ethic.
- High quality standards.
- Remain calm and focused under pressure.
This position offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.
If you meet the above criteria, apply online at; http://careers.nationmedia.com on or before 6th April 2012.
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Organization and Management Specialists at Fintrac in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Agribusiness/Food Security Employment Opportunities
Fintrac is a leading US-based agriculture consulting firm with projects in Africa, Asia and Central America. We are currently recruiting technical experts for an upcoming multi-year USAID-funded project in Kenya.
ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS
Since the project will be implemented through an array of local organizations and private companies, agribusiness specialists are required in organizational capacity building and management of public-private sector alliances. Advanced degree in business related area, plus private sector and development project experience is essential.
Email CV with salary history to kenyajobs@fintrac.com
Candidates should indicate the position for which they are applying in the subject line.
Youth Volunteer Trainers for Village Savings and Loans (VSL) – Gatanga Constituency (3 positions)
Are you a youth living in Gatanga constituency?
Are you passionate about young people and actively involved in youth activities where you live through the local Youth Village Bunge?
Do you want to gain skills, tools and experience that can allow you to go into consultancy (self-employment), work with micro-finance and business development institutions or NGO’s involved in youth community savings programs?
Then this is the opportunity is for you!
EURECAD (based in Gatanga Constituency) with the support of Mercy Corps and through funding by USAID, is currently implementing the Yes Youth Can (YYC) Program in Central Province.
The program is designed to empower Kenya’s youth population through building the capacity of youth groups and organizations to engage with markets, governments and their immediate communities;
and to pursue their legitimate needs and interests more effectively in a way that builds positive inter-ethnic networks.
The program has an economic empowerment component which includes formation of Village Savings and Loans (VSL) groups for young people within Bunges.
We are looking for volunteer young women and men to be empowered as constituency-based VSL trainers to support this.
You will be helping youths in your constituency mobilize their own resources for domestic and business use as you develop your own competence in this field.
If your answer is yes to all the above questions and in addition you;
Are available – Trainer should be a resident of the Constituency they intend to work in, be available to deliver trainings and support saving groups in their constituency.
Have the right attitude – Trainers should enjoy working with youths and youth groups and play a supportive role as a model or mentor.
Have the reach – Trainers should have access to and feel comfortable working in environments and places where Bunges operate within their constituencies.
Are flexible – Youth are a diverse cohort and trainers should therefore be able to adapt their practice to meet various needs among different youth in the community.
Are committed – Trainers should demonstrate a commitment to youths, youth empowerment, YYC goals and objectives.
Other minimum qualifications include:
‘O’ Level (KCSE) Certificate (Post-Secondary qualifications in business administration, economics and related specializations preferred though not necessary as a trainer as the successful candidates will be trained)
At least 1 year experience working with or functioning in chamas, investment groups or table-banking groups.
Membership with a local YYC Village Bunge.
Proven arithmetic, organizational and planning skills.
Send your application and CV in confidence before 5:00pm Thursday the 26th March 2012 to:
The Director,
EURECAD,
Email: limwaprogram@yahoo.com
Hand-delivered applications can be dropped off at the Mugumoini Chief’s Camp in Gatanga District.
Please state the constituency and title of the job position on the subject-line. Female youths are especially encouraged to apply.
Senior Legal Counsel
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model.
The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.
Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale.
We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.
About this position
We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.
This position within the Finance and Administration department will be responsible for leading conclusively and in a professional and timely manner all legal activities across the company
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Build the company’s legal structures and systems and develop a small but strong team to handle legal matters at all levels of the company
Developing and implementing departmental plans, policies and procedures to guide all legal issues arising in the company.
Developing and implementing strategies on risk management, litigation, records and property issues in the company
Participate in drawing and vetting staff and commercial contracts, leases and other legal instruments while working closely with the lands department legal support team
Participate in negotiations between the company and other parties to assure the company’s legal rights are upheld
Ensure safe custody and proper management of company instruments such as land titles, seals, stamps, securities and records
Negotiate disputes and conflicts with third parties, community stakeholders and other public interfacing with the company to ensure settlement out of court as much as this leads to the company’s best interest
Represent the company and its officers in court in all litigation matters
Ensure the company is in compliance with all statutory requirements
Liaise with external lawyers and company secretary to ensure the company’s interests are adequately protected.
Advisor to the company human resources and other management teams in all legal issues
Required qualifications, skills and attributes
LLB degree from a recognized institution
Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
Hold a valid practicing certificate
Possession of company secretarial skills and exposure to resolution of labour issues and informal community issues will be valuable
At least 5 years experience in a similar position in middle to senior level management within a corporate or large training institution or a busy and well established legal practice
Qualified or well exposed arbitrator with proven negotiation skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel required)
About You
Strong ability to lead and develop a team of junior legal officers and specialized paralegals
Must have strong knowledge of customer relations/satisfaction as they relate to legal and commercial concepts
Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; results oriented
Performs multiple tasks effectively
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical skills required
Capable of making timely, independent decisions while consulting as appropriate
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Confident, courageous and persuasive in court and during negotiations
Provides weekly and monthly reports and goes over with department heads and CEO
Maintains strict confidentiality in all matters
Opens and closes all legal files
Responsible for overall coordination of legal issues
Performs other related duties as assigned
Possess advanced skills in customer service and provides effective solutions
Ability to work long hours including weekends
Passionate about children and education in Africa
Must be well organized , detail-oriented and personable with a professional demeanor
Excellent communication skill necessary to interact with other attorneys/lawyers and clients by both telephone and written correspondence
In order to be considered for this position all candidates must register and upload their CV’s on our website at www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Research Editor (Africa Project) at Housing Finance (HF) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
RESEARCH EDITOR (AFRICA PROJECT)
The Nation Media Group, the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. We attract and serve unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.
We are seeking to recruit a smart candidate for the position of Research Editor for our Africa Project.
You will need to have a university degree, and be a competent writer in English; be knowledgeable on Africa; adept at internet research, worked on a website before; and have the ability to establish contacts and sources in with libraries, archives, and research institutions ¡n the wider Eastern African region.
A good people-person, you must be able perform and deliver within tight deadlines.
Nation Media Group is an equal opportunity employer, and seeks to have a diverse work force, so be bold and apply.
If you meet the above criteria, please send your application and a detailed CV online to http:/Icareers.nationmedia.com by 20th March 2012.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
We want you on board!
We want your expertise and your commitment towards MSF!
We want your contributions to build an innovative and exciting project in which you can learn, develop and grow along with MSF OCBA OCBA stands for Operational Centre Barcelona – Athens, operating in 23 countries through the five operational units (i.e. Operational Cells – OCs), an Emergency Unit (EU), Humanitarian Affairs Advisors and other departments and areas that supporting Operations and the social mission.
Background
The decentralization of the management of operations is one initiative amongst the many that are part of IONI (International Operational Network Initiative).
In a few words, IONI is the very big frame in which we will invite new stakeholders to help us define, execute and govern the next operational project in a network approach as opposed to a central (OC) approach.
Consistent with that, we will manage operations through a decentralised model within the bigger
frame.
The objectives of the decentralization of operations are: to deliver high quality and relevant operations fed by diverse thinking and meaningful partnerships; to increase reactivity to respond to needs of population thanks to an agile and effective decision-making process; to make informed decisions more adapted and flexible to environmental changes and finally to allow the organization to grow in scope and number of programs.
OCBA visualizes a medium term construction with operational units in two regions of the world:
- one unit based in Eastern Africa (Nairobi)
- one unit is already working in Barcelona and after, taking into consideration the lessons learned from the first decentralised unit in Eastern Africa, it will be decentralised to Argentina around middle of 2012.
What would your mission be?
The Operational Cell-based Logistics Advisor (TELOCO) will disseminate and implement the policies and standards defined by the Logistics Department and will ensure the alignment of the Logistics Dept. policies and standards with those of other departments represented in Cell, and that result is appropriate with the context of the missions assigned to the operational portfolio of the Op-Cell.
Ensure the quality of the programmes as well as the respect for MSF humanitarian principles in the missions managed by the cell, through technical supervision, follow-up and advice.
The TELOCO is part of the Operational Cell (OC). The Operational Cell is a matrix-like “team set-up” integrating members of the different services or departments of MSF OCBA as the basis for direct support and guidance to the missions within the Cell’s portfolio.
Each OC is made up of a person in charge of the Cell (RECO), one Medical Deputy RECO, one Logistics Advisor (TELOCO), one Finances Advisor (FINOCO) and one Human Resources Advisor (REHUCO).
S/he is hierarchically accountable to the Head of the OC (RECO), while functionally linked to the Head of the Operational Logistics Unit of the Logistics Department.
What are we looking for?
- Minimum experience of 2 years as a Logistician in MSF, including 1 year as Logistics Coordinator.
- Fluent English, French and Spanish are all essential to manage the portfolio of countries, (at least two languages).
- IT knowledge as advanced user.
- Technical experience in technical areas such as: Supplies, Water, Hygiene and Sanitation, Cold Chain, Construction, Transportation, etc.
- Competencies: Identification with MSF, Analytical Thinking, Quality and Results orientation. Planning and Organising, Capacity of Influence, Teamwork.
- Provide strategic and technical support to field teams in all phases of the project cycle for regular, exploratory and emergency missions.
- Define and justify the logistic strategy of the projects within portfolio, ensuring it aligned with both Operations and Logistics Dept’s objectives, providing logistics advice when drafting the annual planning of the projects.
- Supervise and give support in the implementation of logistical policies and plans. Ensure that the Organisation’s logistics principles, guidelines, and policies are implemented.
- Ensure appropriate procurement, monitoring and management of logistical resources.
- Ensure that emergency buffer stocks in the missions are consistent with the EPP (Emergency Preparedness Plan) jointly with Technical Referents.
- Follow up, jointly with the Technical Referents, the logistical content of the projects through field visits and technical reports.
- Support the logistical teams in the field when drafting the technical parts of reports for donors, ratifying them with his/her Deputy RECO before submitting them to the corresponding donors.
- Participate in ITC processes, ensuring that the Organization’s ITC principles, guidelines and policies are implemented.
- Transmit missions’ ITC resources requirements and support needs to Communication and Systems Unit, making sure they are pertinent to ensure appropriate procurement of resources and support to missions.
- Participate in security management following up that the agreed practical security measures are implemented in the field in the necessary time frame.
- Participate in Human Resources processes and training, collaborating with the REHUCO (JDs, field positions assignment, LogCos development, Bf/Dbf, courses/information sessions, etc.)
- Contribute to his/her Operational Cell participating actively in decision making processes within his/her Operational Cell.
- Manage the communication channels with the teams in the missions and /or the Logistics Department, for issues that affect assigned portfolio.
What are we offering?
- Based in Nairobi at the OCBA Office.
- We offer a very competitive annual gross salary in the Kenyan Market: between 4,051,651 and 4,630,458 KES, plus secondary benefits based on the OCBA salary policy.
- For international applicants we top the salary with a reward package which includes a bonus (in Euros) between 29% or 54% of the salary base, depending on the chosen package, e.g.: if Spanish contract we foresee a bonus of 29% of the salary base; if local contract we offer a bonus of 54% of the salary base. The document about the salary and working conditions for the position will be sent to all candidates in this position who meet the requirements.
- Full time job.
- Travel to the projects 25-30% of the time.
- Moral commitment: 3 years.
- Starting date: as soon as possible.
Applicants should send their CV and a covering motivation letter under the reference “LOGISTIC ADVISOR CELL NBO” to: recruitment-bcn@barcelona.msf.org
Closing date: 18th March 2012
Replies will only be sent to short-listed candidates.
Business Development Officer – Micro Finance at U & I Microfinance
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Business Dev Officer – Micro Finance at U & I Microfinance Ltdin Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Career and Vacancies
BUSINESS DEV OFFICER – MICRO FINANCE
The Position
U&I Microfinance limited is a dynamic and fast growing institution within the micro-finance sector. U&I Micro finance is also in the final stages of obtaining a Deposit Taking Microfinance license from the Central Bank of Kenya. In line with the growing business needs we are looking for competent, focused and results
oriented officers to fill the position of Business Development officers.
- The Person*
The job holder will be responsible for sales and marketing in assigned area in order to maximize on new business opportunities deepen existing relationships, whilst providing excellent service delivery and ensuring risks are well controlled.
Key Responsibilities
- Business growth and profitability.
- Increase customer base and cross-sell a range of products.
- Growth of Loan Book and asset quality
- Be responsible for a team as team leader and maintain a cohesive, motivated and a highly performing team
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum 5+ years all round experience in micro-finance and dealing with micro clients. They must have supervisory experience and a proven track record of business growth. The applicant is expected to have managed a team of sales staff. They should also have knowledge of loan portfolio management including methodology for managing PAR, and follow up.
The applicant must have knowledge of savings mobilization.
They must have some experience in training and development of staff. They must also be proven leaders, able to work independently, understand numbers and capable of translating their activities to commercial value to the organization.
They should have leadership and credit analysis and highly developed selling skills, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Applications
Strong Christian values, commitment and passion for the transformation of the low income population are key requirements for the positions. If you meet the above criteria and have passion to serve in a Christian environment, please email your application letter, a detailed CV and testimonials including 3 referees and daytime telephone contact to The Director, 3rd Floor Arrow House
or email to info@uni-microfinance.co.ke. Applications to reach us on or before Tuesday 20th March 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
U&I is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.
NOTE.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ATTACHED APPLICATION FORM (http://uni-microfinance.co.ke/forms/JOB_APPLICATION_FORM.doc) AND SEND TOGETHER WITH YOUR CV.
Because of the large number of applications that we receive we are only able to contact short-listed candidates
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Logistics/Security Officer at Lutheran World Federation in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Career and Vacancies
THE LWF HUMANITARIAN EMERGENCY TEAM EAST & CENTRAL AFRICA
The LWF Humanitarian Emergency Team is based in Nairobi and responsible for implementation of the LWF emergency response strategy in Eastern and Central Africa. The team will have core competences in regards to emergency response and scaling up of ongoing response, emergency preparedness, risk reduction and rapid assessment of emergencies. The team will initially consist of 3 – 4 members of staff, all based in Nairobi with frequent travels in Eastern and Central Africa. It is envisaged that more than 50% of the time will be spent outside Kenya. The team shall have the capacity to assess/respond to emergencies in countries were the LWF already have a presences (scale up/start up under the oversight of the respective Country Representative), as well as capacity to assess/respond to emergencies in other countries in the region. The team will also be involved in training of staff on emergency preparedness and response, contingency planning and rapid assessments
The positions in the regional emergency team, East & Central Africa include:
LOGISTICS/SECURITY OFFICER.
The incumbent will, under the Team Leader, be responsible for setting up/scaling up logistics systems in emergencies, to assess logistical challenges and find solutions. He/she will also assess security environment of the operation, and suggest security measures both in programmatic/operational terms (how to operate) and in terms of physical security (fencing, houses, etcetera).
Professional Qualifications
For all positions: A University degree in relevant field from a recognized university.
Relevant experience and competencies
- Several years of experience in related work.
- Proven, documented practical field experience from more than one country in East and Central Africa will be an important aspect.
- All persons must be able to travel, frequently, with very short notice and be able and willing to stay out of the home base for several weeks or even months at a time.
LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/former employment.
They should reach the undersigned by close of business on 2 March, 2012:
C/o Office Administrator,
P.O. Box 40870, GPO-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Or e-mail to: hr@lwfkenya.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.
We are seeking to recruit experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill existing vacancies within Digital and Radio departments.
Web Designer – Re Advertisement
Job Ref: HR-WD-02-2012
Desired Profile:
- Already working as a web designer in a demanding / busy environment
- Experience working with websites
- Expert knowledge on Adobe and Dreamweaver/ Other similar tools
- Developing the visual design for web sites, social media, mobile, brand identity and other digital initiatives
- Collaboration with team members to contribute to creative concepts;
- Translating usability findings and feedback into design improvements;
- Translation of client requirements into web designs.
- Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media Design or related field
- 5 years’ experience in web design
- Creative bent of mind, experience in designing web and mobile interfaces, develop creative briefs into working models! mocks
- Highly skilled and experienced in design and use of Adobe CS design tools including flash development.
- Highly skilled and experienced in client side scripting especially in Flash action scripting, HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT & AJAX.
Search Engine Marketing /Optimisation Analyst
Job Ref: HR-SEM/SEO-02-2012
Desired Profile:
- Candidate should be Smart and have good command in English.
- Prior work experience in the field of Search Engine Optimization or Search Engine Marketing is mandatory
- Preferably from an online agency or a media company
- Basic Degree in Business management or Computer Science with three years’ experience
- Webmaster Knowledge Required
- Good understanding of search engine marketing and search engine optimization
- Perform Website Analysis, Keyword Research and Analysis, Title Tag and Meta Tag Optimization, Content Optimization, W3c validation, Image and Hyperlink Optimization, site submissions, create back links, submit PR releases to online distributors etc
- Manage and Run campaigns on Search Engines – Google and Bing, maintain high quality score, and improve ROI
- Run campaigns on other ad networks
- Knowledge of HTML, CSS and other design languages preferred
- Experience with Analytics tools like Google, Hitwise, Omniture etc
- Experience with software’s like Dreamweaver, Photoshop etc.
Job Ref: HR-BE-02-2012
The Role:
The Business Executives will have the overall responsibility of initiating and executing sales while promoting and developing effective service to clients to maximize sales volumes and revenue.
Key responsibilities:
- Obtaining research and market intelligence data for executing sales opportunities;
- Proposals & concepts development;
- Maintaining sales contacts with appropriate representatives of major advertisers ;
- Supporting clients to achieve their business objectives through effective advertising solutions.
- University Degree;
- Diploma in Sales & Marketing with over 3 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing;
- Ability and readiness to work long and odd hours;
- Results oriented ability to work independently and under pressure;
- Excellent client service skills;
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills;
- A good understanding and experience in the media industry.
Site Coordinator – Training Job in Kenya
Site Coordinator – Training
Brief Description
Job Purpose:
To run the operations of a 7- week training program designed to train teachers and academy managers to effectiely teach and lead our Bridge International Academy schools throughout Kenya. The training deliverable is to hire the best teachers and academy managers to staff our schools, and the site coordinator is a key player in assuring the success of the large-scale hiring process.
2 months-contract
Several positions
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies was conceived in 2007 out of the belief that giving every child access to a high quality education would have the greatest impact on reducing poverty worldwide. With that guiding insight, Bridge International developed a strategy that would enable it to launch a large-scale network of high-quality, ultra low-cost, for-profit primary schools.
Operating a network of schools supported by a strong central headquarters gives Bridge International the scale, experience, and capacity to invest in systems of management, support, training, and innovation that allows individual schools to dramatically increase their effectiveness. Using this model, Bridge International is able to profitably deliver high-quality education for $4 per child per month. This ensures that its academies will continue to successfully serve its communities as long as parents value the educational service provided.
The first Bridge International Academy launched successfully in Kenya in 2009 and 60 academies will be operating in Kenya in January 2012. Through rapid and strategic expansion, Bridge International will provide a quality education to over a million students in the coming years.
About the position:
The Site Coordinator will be responsible for run the operations of a 7- week training program designed to train teachers and academy managers to effectively teach and lead our Bridge International Academy schools throughout Kenya. The training deliverable is to hire the best teachers and academy managers to staff our schools, and the site coordinator is a key player in assuring the success of the large-scale hiring process.
Responsibilities (Functions & Duties)
- Manage the overall daily operations of a training site, from room set-up, to trainee management, to data management, to assistance with hiring decisions and issuing of contracts.
- Deploy to a training site to a remote location in Kenya and set-up the training site in its entirety.
- Operate daily technical operations of site, including computer and projector set-up, assuring smooth function of thumb scanner for attendance, employing generator if loss of power, etc.
- Run daily attendance for up to 300 trainees via thumb scanner software and submit to data manager for processing.
- Address trainee issues with transportation allowances and logistical support
- Assure all personal information about the trainee is up-to-date and correct in our data management system.
- Input all training assessment scores into the data base and maintain that they are correct and up-to-date. Be the overall manager of all data management for trainees.
- Manage relationship with landlord and all vendors, such as cleaners, security guards, lunch providers, etc.
- Track supplies and request new supplies as needed. Problem-solve technical issues related to equipment and operational function.
- Troubleshoot all problems and issues related to the training site, trainees, and site management and escalate to regional operations managers as needed.
- Manage all aspects of trainee relations outside of academic performance and evaluation
- Issue warning letters to trainees who are late or absence. When dismissals from training are needed, manage the dismissal process.
- Liaise with training facilitator to manage trainees. Receive facilitator assessments and input into data management system.
- Proctor weekly assessment tests. Score tests and be responsible for entering into data management system.
- Use a form to record trainees’ participation during training sessions and document any questions they asked.
- Observe practice classroom lessons and fill out observation forms for individual trainees to be used to help facilitators with their evaluation assessments
- Provide and update data as requested by the HQ database manager.
- When hiring decisions are made, coordinate with facilitators to make sure positions are occupied by best trainees.
- During contract process, manage the contract distribution and work with HR to assure complete signing of contracts.
- Work with facilitator to make recommendations to fill replacements for positions not filled.
- After the training, breakdown the training site and assure the safe return of supplies to HQ warehouse.
Role Reports: Training Manager
Experience & Qualifications:
Academic:
- University degree preferred
- Post-secondary school training necessary
Professional:
- 2-4 years working as a project manager in operations or logistics or administrative capacity.
- Experience working with or managing a team of people in order to accomplish a shared goal
- Customer-service experience preferred.
- Experience working with large-scale conferences or teaching preferred.
- Experience working in the impoverished communities in which BIA operates.
- Experience with a start-up organization or hyper-growth organization.
Specialist knowledge required:
- Experience in managing data in an organized way
- Strong computer skills, including Access, Powerpoint, Excel, Microsoft Word, video and internet.
- Must have solid problem-solving capacity and be pro-active in solving issues that arise, big and small.
Behavioural Competencies
- Highly-organized
- Team player
- Management skills
- Ability to cope with changing deadlines and priorities
- Can-do attitude even under tight deadlines
- Ability to take on any challenge, and solve it effectively.
- Planning and organizational skills
- Ability to manage stress well
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Out-going, energetic, and friendly
In order to be considered for this position all candidates must register and upload their CV’s on our website at www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Executive Company Drivers at Steel Structures
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Executive Company Drivers at Steel Structures Ltd in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
East and Central Africa’s leading structural and mechanical fabricator
EXECUTIVE COMPANY DRIVERS
- A minimum of secondary school education.
- Must have Experience in driving for at least 5-7 years as personal / executive company driver with a valid licence and clean track record.
- Good Knowledge of Nairobi & Surrounding areas.
- Smart & Presentable with a high level of honesty, integrity, confidentiality and willing to work odd hours when required.
Please send your applications before 29th February 2012 to;
Recruitment,
P.O. Box 49862,
Nairobi, Kenya, 00100.
or send by email: recruitment@steelstructureskenya.com
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Senior Stocks / Stores Assistants at Steel Structures Ltd in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
East and Central Africa’s leading structural and mechanical fabricator
SENIOR STOCKS / STORES ASSISTANTS
Applicants must be holders of a degree in a relevant field.
In addition, applicants must have;
- At least 5 years experience in a similar position.
- Knowledge & Experience in dealing with steel items will be an added advantage
- Above average computer proficiency
Please send your applications before 29th February 2012 to;
Recruitment,
P.O. Box 49862,
Nairobi, Kenya, 00100.
or send by email: recruitment@steelstructureskenya.com
IT Trainer Job Vacancy – Leading IT Solutions Provider
Come join a global integrated network where you will have the chance to make a difference in complex projects and the support to develop your career in company that invests in its talent.
The main tasks of the OSCAR Trainers will be the following (full-time position, licence agreement):
Project phase (licence agreement acquisition, software initializing, major activity evolution etc.):
- Formalize all business procedures altogether with the operational managers, taking into account all the main limitations of this kind of context (activity, infrastructures, equipments, partners, local authorities, legal aspects, HR, …)
- Main contact between the Informatics System Management and the Local Management for the animation and follow-up of the all initializing procedures for the Informatics Systems and for defining the operational procedures
- Support the users, such as operational personnel or on site managers, on software changes and during the implementation of all running procedures
- Alert the HQ Responsible (Informatics System and business) concerning the risks that may occur during the project
- Measure and report the follow-up of all implementation action local plans altogether with the central and regional teams
- Main contact between the Informatics System Management and the Central and Local Ports Management in order to ensure the follow-up of KPIs, of the process and of the Informatics System usage
- Assist the operational managers during the changes’ implementation (Impact study, procedures update, systems’ configuration, user trainings). Drafting and follow-up of all functional change demands
- Local warrant of Informatics System’s performance usage. Update and optimize the Informatics System
Education
- University Degree or equivalent (in experience)
- 2 to 5 years in Logistics, in an operational environment or inside an outsourcing company
Soft skills: autonomy, good writing skills, open-minded, pragmatic thinking, rigorous, listening skills, good communication skills, facilitator.
Interested?
Do you need more information?
Send us an updated CV at cv@africalogisticsjobs.com or apply to this job on http://africalogisticsjobs.com/en/
Recruitment process timeline
- Applications are welcome until March 19th.
- Selection is taking place between March 25th and April 30th.
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