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Agribusiness Jobs Kenya Senior Policy Officer
Senior Policy Officer Economic & Agricultural Affairs Our client seeks to recruit a Senior Policy Officer Economic & Agricultural Affairs responsible for policy development and advice on agricultural issues and manage field projects Required: • Must have commercial background • Have knowledge on economic and agricultural issues in Kenya • Must have master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field • Have ability to work in a multicultural environment • Experience working in the private sector and with government are an added advantage • Must be proactive and independent Duties: • Policy development on agricultural and economic issues • Advising management on new policy or ways of implementing policies • Reporting on policy issues regarding agribusiness, agriculture and economic policy developments • Managing of several projects on PSD/ food security Salary: Ksh. Continue reading
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Head of Policy Research and Advocacy at Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM)
Location: Nairobi Description: Head of Policy Research and Advocacy at Kenya Association of Manufacturers ( KAM ) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies The Kenya Association of Manufacturers ( KAM ) – the representative organization for manufacturing value – add industries in Kenya is seeking to competitively fill the following positions:- HEAD OF POLICY RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY Designation: Senior Executive Officer Reporting to: Chief Operations Officer Job Purpose: To provide overall direction and oversight of KAM Advocacy Work Duties and Responsibilities: Design and oversee KAM Policy, Research and Advocacy strategy and delivery of results. Maintain an observatory on national, regional and international developments that impact on industry; Engage members of KAM through committees and sectors to make contribution to advocacy positions of the organization; Ensure KAM is represented in forums of interest to its members; Ensure timely preparations of KAM policy related information to members and all stakeholders; Ensure KAM work with other Business Membership Organizations in coalition and networks to deliver policy advocacy agenda; Provide oversight on budget management, fundraising, income generation and expenditure for the Unit; Any other duties as may be assigned by the CEO Continue reading
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Consultant: Review of Financial Policy and Procedure Manual at Eastern Africa College of Ophthalmologists
Location: Nairobi Description: Consultant: Review of Financial Policy and Procedure Manual at Eastern Africa College of Ophthalmologists in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies CONSULTANT : REVIEW OF FINANCIAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL Scope of the work The review of the financial policy and procedure manual will focus of current EACO financial policies and procedures vis-à-vis best practices internationally and other comparable organizations practices. The consultant shall detail out internal control weaknesses and suggest ways of improving on system of internal controls and financial management of the organization which shall be subject to discussion with EACO Management and staff Continue reading
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Deputy Director Think Tank at Mercy Corps
Location: Thika Description: Deputy Director Think Tank at Mercy Corps in Thika – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies DEPUTY DIRECTOR THINK TANK Program/Department Summary: The Yes Youth Can initiative is a USAID program that focuses on building youth-owned, youth-led and youth-managed institutional arrangements and capabilities at both national and county levels. General Position Summary: The Deputy Director of Think Tank – “Yes Youth Can” will work under the direction of the Executive Director of the Think Tank and develops the Think Tank operations such that youth across Kenya are able to better understand the issues of Kenyan youth, inform policies, and use this information to advocate for better youth policies at the county, regional and national levels. Continue reading
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Health Systems/Public Administration Advisor at RTI International
Location: Nairobi Description: Health Systems/Public Administration Advisor at RTI International in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies HEALTH SYSTEMS /PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION ADVISOR RTI International is seeking applicants for a Health Systems / Public Administration Advisor position on the Health Policy Project ( HPP ). HPP is a USAID -funded project that strengthens developing country national and sub-national policy, advocacy, and governance for strategic, equitable, and sustainable health programming. Continue reading
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Policy & Advocacy Specialist NGO Job Kenya
ACORD International has a vacancy based in London for persons qualified in Social Sciences, International Relations, Communication, Law or related field to assist in Implementation of policy and advocacy plans in UK and Europe, in close collaboration with the Pan-African programme team based in Nairobi. ACORD is seeking a Policy & Advocacy Specialist, focused on food sovereignty but able to take on gender, conflict and HIV issues. You should be able to work on your own initiative at a distance from (but in close collaboration with) your line manager and team, be a capable networker, and be able to reflect ACORD’s African perspectives in a UK/European context Continue reading
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ActionAid Project Officer Job in Kenya – Stop Violence Against Girls in School (SVAGS) Project
ActionAid Kenya has been working in Kenya since 1972 to facilitate processes that eradicate poverty and ensure social justice through anti-poverty projects, local institutional capability building and public policy influencing. ActionAid Kenya works in 20 districts of Kenya and links key international, national and local institutions in favour of poor people. Continue reading
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The United States Embassy Information Specialist Job in Kenya
The United States Embassy – The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Somalia Unit has an opening for the position of Information Specialist . The incumbent serves as the lead Locally Engaged Staff advisor to the Public Affairs Officer (PAO), the Special Representative for Somalia, the Deputy Special Representative and other agency and section heads on issues concerning Somali media. Monitors local and significant Diaspora Somali media, flagging and providing English language summaries for stories of interest Continue reading
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ACORD Gender Thematic Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya
Background Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development (ACORD) is a Pan-African organisation working for Social Justice and Development in Africa. ACORD operates in 18 African countries. ACORD’s response to the challenges of Africa is firmly based on a belief that people themselves are the agents of change and actors of their own development. Continue reading
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Human Resource Manager Job Vacancy
Job Title: Human Resource Manager Reports to: CEO The candidate must have an open approach to HR, they need to be a strategic thinker who will advise the company on strategic implications and linkage of HR pillar with the organization’s global strategy Scope:Develop and implement strategy for HR management which would include recruitment and selection, policy/practices, discipline, grievance, counseling, pay and conditions, contracts, training and development, succession planning, moral and motivation, culture and attitude development, performance appraisal and quality management issues. Continue reading
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Child Protection Program Manager at Terre des hommes Foundation
Location: Garissa Description: Child Protection Program Manager at Terre des hommes Foundation in Garissa County – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies Terre des hommes Foundation is recruiting the following positions for Garissa County, to be covered ASAP CHILD PROTECTION PROGRAM MANAGER Main responsibilities: Implementation of child protection projects NGO and donors reporting Supervision of Child Protection Policy Requirements: Post-graduate degree in anthropology, psychology, or other relevant topic At least 3-year experience in management of international child protection projects Experience with Tdh policies and procedures and fluency in French are a strong plus For more information on the job description, refer to www.tdh.ch Please send CV and cover letter to Kenya@tdh.ch Apply to this job Continue reading
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ACORD Gender Thematic Manager Job in Kenya
Summary of Job description The Gender Thematic Manager is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of the gender thematic programs in line with the overall ACORD Strategic Plan, the Pan-African programme, and Gender thematic strategies and Programming guidelines: Provide technical and methodological support to ACORD’s country and area programmes across Africa in relation to gender work; Actively contribute to define strategies advancing gender work at Pan-African level through research, partnership, alliance building and advocacy initiatives; Provide leadership in cross-learning and knowledge generation for thematic alignment in relation to ACORD’s gender strategic priorities across the organisation; Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include strategy and planning, technical and methodological support on gender theme, contribution to the delivery of the Pan African Progreamme, specific gender research and advocacy work, fundraising and donor reporting, documentation of best practices and learning, monitoring and reporting, supervision and collaboration. Qualification and Experience Education/qualification Masters in Social Sciences or Sustainable Development, Gender or similar field Five (5) years working experience in gender work with an International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) at Management level; Strong experience in strategic planning and policy formulation; Strong experience in lobbying and media work; Experience in popular mobilisation and policy advocacy at international level; Experience in alliance and partnership building; Bilingual: English-French spoken and written is an essential requirement for the position; High level of conceptual, strategic thinking; Communicating with impact with various stakeholders; Excellent Communication (written and oral) and Public Relations skills; Very good understanding of gender issues at the level of Policy influence in the Pan-African scene; Highly conversant with Civil Society and Social Movement approaches on gender work at Pan-African level; Good organisational, research, negotiation and analytical capabilities; Ability to identify, obtain and analyze information from a variety of sources; Visithotjobskenya.com for many more jobs in Kenya | | Amazon Script | Android Forums | Wordpress Tutorials Continue reading
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Permanent Academic Writers Jobs
ProKenyan Writers Inc. Continue reading
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Programme Officer NGO Jobs Livelihoods.
Programme Officer – Livelihoods Based: Nairobi, Kenya Terms: 2 years Fixed Term Contract Closing date: 16th March 2012 Job reference: EAP/053/JG The Program Officer role works within the International programs role family and the wider programme funding remit. Continue reading
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Assistant Claims Manager at UAP
Location: Nairobi Description: Assistant Claims Manager at UAP Group in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies UAP Group is a Pan – African Financial Services Company with interest in Insurance, Investment Management, Property Investments and Financial Advisory. Currently, UAP has businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan which are market leaders in their respective fields Continue reading
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Advocacy Officer at Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevoelkerung (DSW)
Location: Nairobi Description: Advocacy Officer at DSW –‘Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevoelkerung’ in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies FIT FOR LIFE PROJECT ADVOCACY OFFICER DSW –‘Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevoelkerung’ is an international development organization with headquarters in Germany with Country offices in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia. DSW s mission is to achieve a world free of poverty, disease and injustice by empowering youth and communities. Continue reading
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Research Associate CIMMYT at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)
Location: Nairobi Description: Research Associate CIMMYT at World Agroforestry Centre in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies RESEARCH ASSOCIATE CIMMYT About our Organization CIMMYT is a global research institute for improving the productivity of maize and wheat for food security, enhancing sustainability of farming systems, and reducing poverty. CIMMYT’s regional office, hosted at the Word Agroforestry Centre in Nairobi, is seeking a qualified Research Associate (Agricultural Economics) to support various on-going projects in Kenya and in the region. The Position The incumbent will work under the supervision of Project Leaders in the Socioeconomics Programme ( SEP ), and provide scientific research and project support to the Programme Director and scientists in implementing various socioeconomics and policy research projects Continue reading
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Commission Secretary Kenyan Job
Commission Secretary, Salaries and Remuneration Commission Ref No. SRC/01/2012 The Salaries and Remuneration Commission is an independent Constitutional Commission established under Article 230 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 with the mandate to set and regularly review the remuneration and benefits of all State Officers and advice the National and County Governments on the remuneration and benefits of all public officers. Continue reading
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Kenya Association of Manufacturers Executive Officers (Regulatory Affairs, Research, PR, HR) Job Vacancies
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers is seeking to competitively fill the following positions that have arisen within the organisation:- Executive Officer – Regulatory Affairs Reporting to the Head of Policy Research & Advocacy, the successful candidate will possess a degree either in all or some of the following disciplines: Economics, Law, and Policy Analysis; have 3-5 years experience, solid knowledge and demonstrated track record in business advocacy with a focus on regulations (Standards, environment, health etc). Continue reading
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Coalition Coordinator – State of the Union Coalition at Oxfam
Location: Nairobi Description: Coalition Coordinator – State of the Union coalition at Oxfam in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies Oxfam seeks to expand its capacity to hold global multi-lateral institutions and African States accountable to the claims of people living in poverty, suffering and injustice in the African countries we work in. The Pan Africa Programme is a continental public policy advocacy programme with staff in based Nairobi, Hague, Addis Ababa and Dakar. Continue reading
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Pan Africa Policy Lead – Gender Justice at Oxfam
Location: Nairobi Description: Pan Africa Policy Lead – Gender Justice at Oxfam in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies Oxfam seeks to expand its capacity to hold global multi-lateral institutions and African States accountable to the claims of people living in poverty, suffering and injustice in the African countries we work in. The Pan Africa Programme is a continental public policy advocacy programme with staff in based Nairobi, Hague, Addis Ababa and Dakar. Continue reading
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ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) Regional Accountant Job in Mombasa Kenya
ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) seek to recruit a dynamic and innovative Regional Accountant to be based in Mombasa ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation; ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact. Continue reading
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Communications and Outreach Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya – African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS)
The African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS) is a leading regional multi-disciplinary network of researchers, practitioners and policy makers that promotes science, technology and innovation (STI) policy research, dialogue and practice, for African Development. Continue reading
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Policy and Advocacy Officer at Oxfam Novib
Location: Nairobi Description: Policy & Advocacy Officer at Oxfam Novib (ON) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies Oxfam Novib (ON) is part of Oxfam International (OI), a world-wide confederation of more than 14 organizations working for change and development. Oxfam’s vision is a just world without poverty and is driven by a conviction that people are capable of building a livelihood without poverty on their own, provided they are given the chance to do so. We respond to humanitarian needs in more than 120 countries and work with hundreds of thousands of supporters and volunteers who make up our international network of concern, action and solidarity. Continue reading
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KPMG Public Health Specialist Vacancy Kenya
KPMG is a leading provider of professional services, which include audit, tax and advisory. KPMG’s Development Advisory Services Unit (DAS) is based in Nairobi, Kenya and has adopted a pan-African approach to development work, employing full-time experienced development experts within the KPMG Africa team at our headquarters in Nairobi, together with a network of champions across the twenty countries of KPMG in sub-Saharan Africa. Continue reading
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