Location: Nairobi
Description:
Program Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation at African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PROGRAM OFFICER, MONITORING AND EVALUATION
For more than 50 years, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) has been a key player in African Conservation and sustainable development. AWF is currently seeking a talented professional to support its monitoring and evaluation efforts for its Heartland programs.
Key Responsibilities
This person will be responsible for overall monitoring and evaluation within AWF. They will be required to implement together with Program Operations team, the AWF Performance Measurement System and will coordinate impact reporting as well as evaluation studies for the AWF program. They will also act as the point person for M& E for the Kenya Program. This position will also work with the AWF program team to refine methodologies and tools for livelihood impact monitoring and ensure a good fit between the livelihoods monitoring indicators and the overall AWF Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system. Working with Heartland teams, the successful candidate will identify priority sites for conducting livelihoods impact monitoring, provide leadership for implementing the monitoring process, timing and priority indicators with partners and partner communities; pilot and/or implement AWF livelihoods impact monitoring protocols and methodology in key field sites, ensure sound evaluation of and learning from impact findings; undertake baseline and monitoring surveys in target sites, analyze and discuss findings, prepare reports and agree on ongoing monitoring frameworks; facilitate team learning from findings of monitoring surveys and present findings within AWF and at other forums as requested. S/he will provide support for developing and implementing field program/project M&E systems in Heartlands; develop databases to improve management of data from M&E systems across the organization, build capacity of Program and Heartland teams to undertake ongoing monitoring; liaise with other organizations to share tools and lessons learned. This position will be based in AWF’s Headquarter office in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the Vice President, Program Operations.
The successful candidate will;
- Have a Master’s degree in Economics, Sociology or a development related field.
- Have at least 5 years relevant experience of applied socio-economics work and/or research at field level in conservation and/or development in Africa, including direct experience of field based monitoring & evaluation (M&E) framework design and data collection.
- Have good understanding of evaluation approaches and practice, international discourse on livelihoods and poverty reduction in relation to conservation and sustainable use of natural resources and solid experience in participatory approaches to M&E.
- Have advanced information technology skills including the use of data analysis software e.g. SPSS; knowledge of GIS technology is an added advantage.
- Have strong interest in and understanding of conservation. Be willing to travel to remote areas and ability and experience in field training on M&E
- Excellent communication skills (writing and presentation skills)
- Have outstanding interpersonal skills
- Be fluent in English and Kiswahili. French competency will be an added advantage
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and your detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and names of three referees with subject ”M&E-KE”, to jobs@awf.org. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Kenyatta’s 22 yrs Old Speech Writer Speaks About Politics, Life and Love
Her demeanor betrays that she is a country-wide sensation, interviewed by major dailies and stations including BBC Africa. Under the cool and calm exterior lies a sharp mind that has seen her rise above challenges and opportunities that have come her way.
Julie Wangombe hit the headlines after she played an integral role in writing President elect Uhuru Kenyatta’s acceptance speech. At a relatively tender age of 22, she is probably the youngest person in the world to write a presidential acceptance speech, well, at least younger than the then 27 year old
Jon Favreau who wrote Obama’s acceptance speech in 2009.
Inspite of the accolades Julie is getting, she has taken it in her stride and appears unfazed being in the spotlight. She has however taken her dizzying success in her stride and appears unruffled by the attention.
“I am not yet overwhelmed by the attention. Of course the idea of being a role model to anyone is daunting but I guess it encourages me to ensure that I strive to make the right decisions and say the right things. I think about my tweets a whole lot more before I tweet them. It’s encouraging to have received so much positive feedback,” says the bubbly Julie.
Some comments she has received have however not been too flattering. This was especially after it emerged that her father is a personality high up in the society ladder. Critics were quick to attribute her success to this fact. The first year International Relations student at the United States International University (USIU) laughs off the allegations.
“I appreciate and cannot, in good conscience, apologise for every opportunity that God has given me, especially the opportunity to access quality education and a plethora of learning resources. I think those are the most important opportunities you can give any human being.”
“My parents have been extremely supportive. My mother, given her background in literature and the time she has spent as a teacher and lecturer, has been extremely critical to my growth as a writer. I think I got my love of words from her. My father has been incredibly supportive. He has always instilled in us the value of education and hardwork. He’s more of a math, economics and business person so their combination has made me a little balanced. I think that’s reflected in my choice of a major in International Relations.”
“No person can truly take credit for their success. If we succeed it is always, inevitably, the result of other people investing in us. There’s been a lot of people like that in my life, including my parents, who worked hard to secure access to education for me – my sister, who forced me to apply for TED’s international talent search and who untiringly supports me. By the way, if I ever run for public office, she is gonna be my campaign mananger. Many of my high-school teachers and Sakaja Johnson who probably had the biggest hand in this current flood of attention by virtue of the fact that he hired me for the President Elect’s campaign team. I also have learned so much about life and politics from the people I met in that campaign team. They’ve helped me in more ways than I care to count. I’m still learning, and I hope that all the help I’ve recieved translates into me helping others.”
Political ambitions?
Having rubbed shoulders and mingled with politicians of high standing perhaps Julie caught the political bug?
“The thought of venturing into politics has crossed my mind. I don’t know what life has in store for me, but I can say that whatever it is – my interest remains helping; teaching; equipping and inspiring people to be whatever it is they should be! Which means I first have to learn and get inspired myself. So that’s where I’m at,” states a confident Julie.
There are a few things that people do not know about her and after a bit of prodding she opened up.
“I have never particularly enjoyed reading poetry. I was good at analysing it in high-school and what not but its not something I’ve ever gone out of my way to do. When I encountered Spoken word I loved because it was more of a performance and you could hear the passion in the poetry.”
There was no more need for prodding. She was now revealing her other side unbridled.
“I love musicals. Secretly (and not so secretly now) I think I’d like to act in one some day. That would be fun. I’m also a positive realist. I’m eternally optimistic and I think I’m a romantic!”
The current tribalism being propagated via social media irks her. She reckons that it is unfortunate that the major culprits of it are people who are well read and informed.
“It is unfortunate that people have become very tribal on social media,” says an agitated Julie.
“It is easy to hide behind groups when spreading hate and being malicious but it is extremely difficult to take personal responsibility for the destruction it causes.”
“Let’s not be double minded as Kenyans on social media. If, for instance, Kenyans on twitter have an issue with western media portraying us as ethnically motivated, war-minded, uncouth and uncivilized, then let’s not give them fodder. Don’t on one hand criticize CNN and on the other spew garbage about your fellow citizens.
“If you are not part of the negatively tribal conversation then we have a responsibility to call out our peers and those around us who are perpetuating negative statements. Engage them, seek to understand their perspective and be prepared to give a reason for your different position!”
This current trend is made worse for her because she is a born again Christian and subscribes to virtues that allow people to live in harmony.
“I am born again and this has had an influence in whatever I do. I believe the idea behind Christianity is that it should positively influence all spheres of your life. I am not perfect but I do my best.”
Her parting words to her fellow young people is that they should not waste their time on activities that will not help them develop.
“Stop wasting your time. Pick up a book and read. Explore and dare to venture into the unknown. Immerse yourself in things that will spur growth.”
Given her scintillating beauty, it is natural that men approach her in droves. It would perhaps be refreshing to men who are not intimidated by a mix of brains and beauty to know that she is not spoken for.
Source: Capital
Pwani University is located 60 Km north of Mombasa in Kilifi Town off the Mombasa – Malindi Road, within Kilifi County.
The University, formerly a constituent college of Kenyatta University was awarded a Charter making it a fully fledged university by H.E. the President Mwai Kibaki on 31st January 2013.
The mission of the university is to generate, disseminate and apply knowledge while sustaining excellence in teaching, learning and research.
The University occupies over 500 acres of land part of which is the university farm. Currently, the institution has four schools/faculties and 13 teaching departments with a total of approximately 5,000 students, including 98 masters students and 45 PhD students, as well as 400 staff members.
The University is set to grow to 14 teaching schools as stipulated in the University Strategic Plan and as enshrined in the master plan.
This growth will include an uptake of more highly qualified staff, partner-ships and infrastructural growth. The University staffing profile rivals some of the established universities in the region.
The establishment of the institution as a comprehensive university will enable the enhancement of skills that are necessary for the Utilization of local human and physical resources for the benefit of the coastal people in particular and the country as a whole.
The University is set to grow both in infrastructure and students population.
As the University establishes the necessary infrastructure to meet the academic demands of the increased student intake, it will continue to seek solutions to its infrastructural challenges among various government and non governmental agencies, in line with the government’s public private partner-ship policy.
The Pwani University Council invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent credentials to lead the institution as its first Vice Chancellor.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Vice Chancellor will be the Chief Executive Officer of the University and will be responsible for implementation of the Council’s resolutions.
The successful candidate will:
Provide strategic direction and leadership to the University and represent the University nationally, regionally and internationally;
Be the academic and administrative head of the University;
Have overall responsibility on the direction, organization and the administration of programs of the University;
Coordinate the development and implementation of the academic and administrative policies of the University in accordance with the University’s master plan and the strategic plan;
Maintain efficiency and harmony of the University and ensure enforcement of the statutes and regulations;
Provide innovative and creative leadership in the areas of Academics, Finance, Planning and Development; general administration; research and partnerships.
Play a key role in the facilitation and maintenance of linkages with government/regulatory agencies and other local/international institutions of higher learning;
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Be a holder of an earned PhD from a reputable university at the level of a full professor;
Have at least ten (10) years of academic and research experience in a senior leadership role in an academic institution or research organization.
Should have served substantively with demonstrable results at least as a Principal of a Constituent University College or as a Deputy Vice Chancellor of a university, or in other similar institutions at comparable levels;
Should have published in internationally recognized peer reviewed journals in their areas of specialization.
Have some understanding of government financial and fiscal policies, strategic planning and vision 2030, human resource management, procurement and asset disposal legal requirements;
Have excellent understanding of the current trends in university education and training in Kenya and globally and a broad awareness of the factors and conditions shaping the development of university education in Kenya;
Be a leader with potential to plan, develop and implement academic programs and develop strategic institutional linkages;
Must demonstrate effective communication, persuasive and interpersonal skills, as well as strategic, logical, sound decision making ability.
Have an understanding of the importance of networking, fundraising and resource mobilization in the development of the university.
Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity, accountability and professionalism, teamwork and good stewardship and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Terms & Conditions of Service
Successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package, including house allowance and other benefits in accordance with the Kenya Government public service guidelines.
The appointments will be for a contractual period of five (5) years renewable for a further period of five (5) years subject to satisfactory performance
Applicants should submit a detailed curriculum vitae, (detailing academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, publications, awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and linkages), copies of certificates, e-mail addresses, telephone contacts.
They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the post should be sent to the under-signed to be received on or before 28th February 2013
The Chairman
University Council, Pwani University,
P.O. Box 195-80108,
Kilifi.
Email: council-chair@pwaniuniversity.ac.ke
Website: www.pu.ac.ke
Pwani University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KIgwa Kimenchu, Now Job Hunting In Industrial Area
After Kigwa Kimenchu gave up her presidential Candidature in support of Martha Karua,she is now in a new mission; that of job hunting.
The Oxford trained technocrat who wanted to become the fourth President of Kenya but failed, was on Monday spotted in Dar es salaam road in Nairobi Industrial area, looking for a job.
Sources have it that the iron lady, was seen entering different offices in industrial area with a CV.
In her Facebook wall Kamencu indicated her skill and her job preferences.
“Moving forward to earn my bread; a sista needs to survive. Potential areas that I am highly skilled in and will look into: Writing, Academia and Belly dancing,” she says
The 27 year old Kigwa, who is known to be the only president who cry infront of the cameras, is just one of those many aspiring politicians who never made it to the end of the political journey.
She has to look for ways to make ends meet.
Meet The First African Female Billionaire
Many of the achievers whether in financial, socials or political sectors have names either nationally or internationally. Forbes, a US financial magazine has had many lists of achievers who have made a significant difference to stand out it various ways.
This year, Forbes has named the first Africa’s female billionaire as, Isabel dos Santos, the eldest daughter of Angola’s president. The 40 year old’s shares in several Portuguese firms, including a TV cable company, and an Angolan bank put her on the billionaires’ list, Forbes said.
Her first venture was a restaurant in Luanda called Miami Beach, said the magazine that tracks the world’s rich.
Recently, Angola has emerged as one of Africa’s leading oil producers and fastest-growing economies. Most of the population in oil-rich Angola live on about $2 (£1.25) a day.
The family of President Jose Eduardo Dos Santos – who has been in power for 33 years – controls a large chunk of that economy.
Correspondents say Ms dos Santos is a relatively shy public figure despite her successful business career.
Since setting up her restaurant in the capital, Luanda, in 1997 she has become an influential businesswoman in Angola and Portugal.
With a 28.8% stake in Zon, she sits on the Portuguese media company’s board and is its largest shareholder, Forbes said.
She also sits on the board of Angola’s Banco BIC and is reported to have a 25% share of the bank, the magazine reported.
If you were a university student in the late 90?s and early 2000 then you know Karl Marx whose official name was Christopher Owiro.
As a student, the door to the hostel room of former Students Organization of Nairobi University chairman Christopher Owiro, alias Karl Marx, was written: “This is the graveyard of Karl Marx.”
On Wednesday, it was an even more strange end when his lifeless body was found at his village market centre in Kisumu.
His death was the tragic end of a journey of one of Kenya’s most intelligent and powerful student leaders ruined by alcohol and disillusionment.
“He remains the most spoken about student leader in Kenya’s history. Although his drinking was a major problem, he was a very brave leader,” Lawyer Irungu Kang’ata, who was inspired by Mr Owiro to join student politic in First Year, told the Nation on Thursday.
Controversial blogger Robert Alai described him as “a fighter and true patriot”, while another blogger Gidi O Gidi termed him the “former Commandant, Sonu student military wing.”
But Karl Marx was more than that. His acts are those of a legend and specifics of how he led his life as a colossus inspire both admiration and condemnation.
Bright, courageous, charismatic and a gifted orator. When he spoke the administration trembled, Moi’s government shook and the students followed.
However, some recall his brand of leadership as quite disruptive, over-aggressive and unrefined. He used all means necessary to put his message across.
When he wanted students to strike, he only used a whistle and when students’ behaviour was getting out of hand, he imposed a curfew.
In his heydays, Karl Marx demanded that he had to take his supper at his neighbour’s house — in State House, the home of the feared former President Daniel arap Moi.
This was a wish that at times he was granted.
While at the university, he was also known as Riots for his heroic antics during student disruptions.
His strategy was always to make the university “ungovernable”, often giving fiery speeches coloured with threats.
He would turn up in clubs in town to “ rescue” comrades who were unable to pay their bills, and is said to have thrown stones during riots as if using a gun and seeming immune to tear gas fired by GSU to quell the riots.
“He just marched forward,” Mr Kang’ata said.
Karl Marx opposed the parallel degree programme, saying it was exploitative and an opening for corruption. He was expelled together with other student union leaders and the union was also suspended.
Despite his fame, his life turned for the worse as early as when in Third Year. Dark, militant and with one tooth missing, he became a perpetual drunkard who spent more time at chang’aa dens than in lecture halls.
He had 13 straight A’s in both first and second years but performed poorly in subsequent years. He graduated after 13 years in university and later on completed a post-graduate degree in Actuarial Science
He had enrolled for medicine, changed to dental school before graduating with a pure Mathematics undergraduate degree.
The leftist student leader was simply another bright student used and dumped by politicians. After university, he tried to reform his life but was not successful at it.
Location: Daadab
URL: http://https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&cws=1&rid=122
Description:
Youth Radio Trainer at Internews in Dadaab – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
YOUTH RADIO TRAINER
Duration: Ten (10) months, July 2012 – April 2013
Background:
Working in partnership with Star FM of Nairobi, Kenya, the Dadaab Humanitarian Information Service (HIS) project aims to address communication gaps between refugee populations and humanitarian organizations by providing essential life-saving information that informs, protects, empowers, facilitates dialogue and affects behavior change in the target audiences of camp residents. The project will also assist the humanitarian sector to be more effective by enabling communities to better understand aid operations, access relief services and communicate with humanitarian agencies. The project will help to establish, train, and operate a community radio station run by Star FM and staffed by youth from the refugees and host communities that is being built in the camp to respond directly to the information and communication needs of those residing and working there.
Scope of Work:
The Youth Radio Trainer (YRT) will play a vital role in leading on the implementation of training and mentoring of youth groups from the host and refugee communities who will become the staff of the community radio station run by Star FM in Dadaab. Specifically, responsibilities will include:
- Assisted by the Project Director, designing, implementing and overseeing all aspects of a regular training and mentoring program for local reporters and correspondents, in coordination with local partners.
- Work with Star FM to support the production of high quality humanitarian radio programs covering key themes, including but not limited to services available to affected communities, health, registration, or protection issues.
- In coordination with the Humanitarian Liaison Officer (HLO), liaise with humanitarian agencies in the production of humanitarian news and information to disseminate important messages, news and information for affected communities (e.g. regarding food/water/shelter material distribution points, medical facilities and mobile media clinics, registration processes, announcements, etc.).
- In coordination with the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, work with local reporters, correspondents, and other relevant staff to design and implement innovative ways to ensure that feedback from the community is incorporated into ongoing program design.
- Compile regular and timely updates of the HIS programs in coordination with the HLO.
- Ensure timely reporting of activities to HQ.
- Produce regular multimedia materials (i.e. blog posts, photos, podcast…) documenting the life of the project for external audiences, as required.
- Liaise with international/local media and promote Internews’ work, as required.
- Any other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of Swahili or Somali an asset.
- Experience in facilitation and training using hands-on participatory approaches.
- Experience in broadcast training and mentoring, preferably in relation to humanitarian issues.
- Proficient in use of digital field recording equipment, basic studio equipment and software, such as Adobe Audition, CoolEdit Pro and/or similar packages.
- Experience living and working in challenging environments, including humanitarian responses, and/or developing countries and/or conflict zones.
- Good knowledge of the mandates and modalities of the international humanitarian sector including the UN cluster system.
- An understanding of the vision/mission, core values and objectives of Internews.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills, both written and oral.
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
- Willingness to work in demanding, stressful, and, at times, dangerous situations under difficult living conditions with respect for basic security rules.
- Psychological resilience and a sense of humor.
- Relevant university degree.
Desirable:
Knowledge of citizen journalism and familiarity with ways to leverage social media will be an asset, as will knowledge and experience of mapping and crowd-sourcing and mobile technology software.
More about Internews in Dadaab:
Over twenty years after the first Somali refugees fled the crisis that ousted President Siad Barre, more than 982,000 Somalis are now refugees in neighboring countries and some 1.5 million are internally displaced. Thousands continue to cross the border to North-Eastern Kenya into the largest refugee complex in the world, Dadaab. At their inception, Dadaab camps were intended to house 90,000 refugees; today that figure has surpassed the 522,000 mark, according to UNHCR.
In August 2011, Internews led a joint assessment of the communication and information needs of refugees in the Dadaab camps that found that serious communication gaps between the humanitarian sector and refugees are increasing refugee suffering and putting lives at risk. Results from the final report, Dadaab, Kenya – Humanitarian Communications and Information Needs Assessment Among Refugees in the Camps, show that large numbers of displaced Somalis did not have the information they required to access basic aid or voice their concerns or ask questions to aid providers or the government.
Internews is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to empower local media worldwide to give people the news and information they need, the ability to connect and the means to make their voices heard.
How to apply:
Please visit Internews’ website to apply:
https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&cws=1&rid=122
Or http://www.internews.org/jobs
Closing date: 08 Jun 2012
Communications Specialist at Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Communications Specialist at The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 2006 to work with African governments, farmers, donors, NGOs and the private sector to reduce hunger and poverty in Africa through agricultural development targeted at resource-poor farmers. AGRA has its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and an office in Accra, Ghana.
AGRA is seeking to recruit exceptional and experienced individuals to fill the following positions:
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Ref: CS/04 -12
This position is nationally recruited and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, on a 3 year renewable contract. The position will report to the Nairobi- based Director of Communications and will work with members of the Communications team both in Nairobi and in Accra.
Specific responsibilities will include:
- Handling all AGRA media activities in Nairobi and elsewhere when required.
- Leading the production of various communication products for the communications unit, e.g. monthly bulletins, and articles for the Program’s website;
- Organizing press conferences for AGRA management and senior scientists;
- Writing, distributing and disseminating press releases for both local and international media;
- Coordinating digital photography, and managing the appropriate storage of photographic images;
- Supporting the activities and efforts of the AGRA President, senior officials, Director of Communications and Communications Officer by scheduling appropriate interviews, field visits and appointments; and
- Making necessary arrangements for meetings, workshops and conferences by providing printed materials and distributing background documentation, with support from the Executive Assistant.
Key Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Agriculture or other relevant field;
- Minimum of 7 years’ post-qualification experience in communications;
- Must have experience in photography;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with computer proficiency;
- Excellent command of English and working knowledge of French.
- Ability to work and thrive in a multi-cultural environment.
The ideal candidates should be attentive to detail, have excellent oral and written communication, relationship-building skills with the ability to work analytically, both with autonomy and with a team in diverse cultural contexts.
The candidates should also have high levels of integrity and objectivity.
Attractive remuneration packages commensurate with the responsibilities of these positions will be negotiated with the right candidates.
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for these roles, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts and quoting the relevant reference number on the application letter.
For more information on these positions, applicants can visit http://www.agra.org/
To be considered, your application must be received by 16 May, 2012 addressed to:
The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Waiyaki Way
Muthangari, Westlands
Email: agra@deloitte.co.ke
Tel: +254 20 423 0000
Country Director – Kenya at Komaza
Location: Kilifi
URL: http://www.komaza.org/recruiting/
Description:
Country Director – Kenya at KOMAZA in Kilifi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
KOMAZA is a not-for-profit social enterprise working to permanently and sustainably end rural poverty by developing economic opportunities for smallholder farmers living in Africa’s infertile and drought-prone regions. Founded in 2006 and based in Kenya, the organization’s innovative grassroots model dramatically boosts household income for rural families by equipping them with resources, knowledge and market linkages to produce high-value climate-appropriate crops on their previously degraded land.
We are constantly seeking talented individuals who are interested in working with KOMAZA.
COUNTRY DIRECTOR
KOMAZA is seeking a world class candidate to serve as Country Director for our Kenya operations. The Country Director will develop and lead all business functions in Kenya required for rapid growth, reporting directly to our President and working closely with our Founder/CEO both which are based in San Francisco, USA. This is a big opportunity for a superstar candidate.
The role of the KOMAZA Country Director will be the management of all Kenya operations.
This includes:
- Project Management: Supervise managers as they plan, organize, staff, and direct activities. Coordinate major activities overseen by other managers into a cohesive work plan
- Finance: Direct short-term and long-range budgeting; provide oversight to management team on financial planning and reporting; oversee monthly/quarterly/annual financial management.
- Human Resources: Manage HR team in recruiting and training all levels of staff
- Partnership Development: Liaise with local and Nairobi government officials and other businesses to build relationships that will facilitate the quality and scaling of our operations
- High-Level Strategic Planning: Work with founder/CEO, President and other corporate leadership to develop long-term, annual and quarterly goals and prioritize areas of focus and resource allocation
Desired Skills & Experience
- Education: College degree; MBA or similar preferred
- Work: 15+ years in senior management with international corporation including full P&L responsibility
- Financial Management: Experience owning P&L: revenue/sales growth and expense/margin control
- Technology: Internet & MS Office fluency required; demonstrated passion for technology integration (project management software, bar coding for chain of custody, GIS mapping, etc.)
- HR: Experience hiring and firing all levels of staff – from frontline workers to senior managers
- Project Management: Strong background managing complex projects; passion for building slick systems to scale high-quality operations; strong attention to key performance indicators
- Training & Mentorship: Experience training all levels of staff from managers to field staff
- Communication: Excellent writing/verbal, interpersonal, public speaking, and presentation skills
- Willingness to Travel: Some travel will be required within Kenya, e.g. to Nairobi or to Western/ Nyanza Province; also possibly occasional international travel
- Entrepreneurial: Comfortable with ambiguity; flexibility, self-motivation, and keen to lead a fast-paced, rapidly-growing program; interested in a work environment that is creative and data-driven
Big Pluses:
- Experience in farm extension: Experience building farmer extension networks, consolidating produce from small holders and moving it through entire value chain
- Forestry and Wood Processing: Growing, harvesting & processing trees for high-margin wood products
- Organizational Growth:Proven ability to build and substantially grow an organization; start-up experience is even better
To Apply
Please send CV and cover letter to Country_Director@komaza.org
Driver at African Development Bank
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.afdb.org/en/careers/
Description:
Driver at African Development Bank’s Regional Resource Center in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
RRC-Nairobi Objectives
The African Development Bank’s Regional Resource Center in Nairobi, Kenya (RRC-Nairobi) has been established to strengthen dialogue between the Bank and regional Governments, development partners, the private sector, and the civil society, in the design of its development policy and programs, as well as on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the poverty reduction strategy. The office also seeks to assist the operational functions of the Bank Group in launching and follow up of projects and programs in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and Seychelles; with operational support to Ethiopia, Djibouti, Sudan, South Sudan, Eritrea, Comoros and Somalia. The functions of the office fall under the major areas of: country programming, project administration, promoting participation, regional integration, and aid coordination, in line with the partnership principles and with a view to increasing development effectiveness and impact.
DRIVER
(Position in the General Service – GS Category)
- The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of a Driver.
- This is a local position, which does not attract international terms and conditions, and posting will be in the Regional Resource Centre-Nairobi of the African Development Bank Group.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall administrative authority of the Regional Director for the East Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC) and the day to day direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer the main responsibilities of the driver will be to:
*Transport bank staff and visiting missions which will include travel outside the duty station.
- Ensure the vehicles are well maintained and prepare fuel consumption reports.
- Keep proper records of both maintenance and use in accordance with manufacturers and bank specifications and requirements.
- Ensure bank vehicles are compliant with insurance and other transportation protocols of the host country.
- Perform office messenger duties for the office mail.
- Perform any other tasks as may be assigned.
Requirements
(including desirable skills, knowledge and experience)
- General Certificate of Education (‘O’ level certificate) with at least C Grade passes, or Advanced Level Certificate (A’Level).
- A valid Driver’s Licence.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience as a driver in an international organization or government department with a clean driving record.
- Knowledge and skills relating to minor vehicle repairs and their routine maintenance.
- Good interpersonal and team working skills.
- Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French, with a good knowledge of the other language.
- Competence in the use of some of the Bank’s standard software e.g. Microsoft Word.
Terms of Employment
Three years on a fixed-term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance.
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted.
Applicants will only be considered if they submit a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s web site, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating their date of birth and nationality.
The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.
The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. www.afdb.org/en/careers/
Please send your application and CV not later than 5:00 pm – 12th May 2012
The African Development Bank’s Regional Resource Center in Nairobi, Kenya (RRC-Nairobi) has been established to strengthen dialogue between the Bank and regional Governments, development partners, the private sector, and the civil society, in the design of its development policy and programs, as well as on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the poverty reduction strategy.
The office also seeks to assist the operational functions of the Bank Group in launching The functions of the office fall under
Protocol and Liaison Officer
(Position in the Local Professionals – LP Category)
The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Protocol and Liaison Officer, (Kenya).
This is a local position, which does not attract international terms and conditions, and posting will be in the
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Director for the East Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC) and the technical oversight of the Bank’s Chief of Protocol, the Protocol and Liaison Officer‘s main responsibilities will be to:
- Act as liaison between the Bank and staff on the one hand and the host country authorities on the other.
- Prepare Notes Verbale addressed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the host country relating to the management of privileges and immunities of the Regional Resource Centre (RRC) and the staff assigned to it.
- Prepare, dispatch and follow up on residence permits of the Bank’s staff.
- Prepare, dispatch and follow up on visa and motor vehicle registration applications of the Bank’s staff at the beginning and end of employment term.
- Follow up with the host country’s authorities, procedures for obtaining franchises/concessions on the importation and exportation of personal effects, vehicles and other goods for the use of the RRC and its staff, as well as VAT exemptions.
- Conduct airport arrival and departure formalities for senior staff of the Bank and all other personalities invited by the Regional Office.
- Coordinate the organization of events and ceremonies organized by the RRC-Nairobi.
- Maintain an up-to-date status of motor vehicle fleet for the RRC and its staff.
- Perform regular inventories of applications for franchises/concessions, residence permits, etc. and inform the Regional Director of the status.
- Ensure flag, emblems and pennants of the Bank are well maintained.
- Produce a monthly activity report on the Protocol Officer’s portfolio.
- Report to the Protocol and Elected Officers Services Division (SEGL.2) on all issues pertaining to the implementation of the privileges and immunities provisions of the Host Country Agreement (HCA).
- Perform any other tasks as may be assigned.
Selection Criteria
(including skills, knowledge and experience required)
- A minimum of a Master’s degree or its university equivalent in Law, International Relations, International Public Law, Political Science, or other related discipline.
- Qualifications, studies and training in diplomacy and protocol practices would be an advantage.
- A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience holding a diplomatic position in government or a similar position in a multilateral organization such as the Bank.
- Experience in protocol practices of Governments, National or Public Administrations, Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Embassies.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multicultural environment and to function effectively as a member of various groups.
- Strong interpersonal skills, a keen sense of initiative, rigorous and methodical approach with attention to detail; Budget and programme management skills desirable.
- An excellent communicator in English. A good working knowledge of French will be an advantage.
- Competence in the use of standard software used in the Bank (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of SAP desirable.
Driver
(Position in the General Service – GS Category)
- The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of a Driver.
- This is a local position, which does not attract international terms and conditions, and posting will be in the Regional Resource Centre-Nairobi of the African Development Bank Group.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall administrative authority of the Regional Director for the East Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC) and the day to day direct supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer the main responsibilities of the driver will
be to:
- Transport bank staff and visiting missions which will include travel outside the duty station.
- Ensure the vehicles are well maintained and prepare fuel consumption reports.
- Keep proper records of both maintenance and use in accordance with manufacturers and bank specifications and requirements.
- Ensure bank vehicles are compliant with insurance and other transportation protocols of the host country.
- Perform office messenger duties for the office mail.
- Perform any other tasks as may be assigned.
Requirements
(including desirable skills, knowledge and experience)
- General Certificate of Education (‘O’ level certificate) with at least C Grade passes, or Advanced Level Certificate (A’Level).
- A valid Driver’s Licence.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience as a driver in an international organization or government department with a clean driving record.
- Knowledge and skills relating to minor vehicle repairs and their routine maintenance.
- Good interpersonal and team working skills.
- Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French, with a good knowledge of the other language.
- Competence in the use of some of the Bank’s standard software e.g. Microsoft Word.
Terms of Employment
Three years on a fixed-term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance.
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted.
Applicants will only be considered if they submit a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s web site, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating their date of birth and nationality.
The President, The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities
Please send your application and CV not later than 5:00 pm – 12th May 2012
Location: Nairobi or Kisumu
URL: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=WINROCK&cws=1&rid=333
Description:
COP/Project Director, Kenya Feed the Future Innovation Engine at Winrock International in Nairobi or Kisumu – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
*CHIEF OF PARTY/PROJECT DIRECTOR, NAIROBI, KENYA *
Location: INTL
Job Code: COP, Kenya
- of openings:* 1
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International will be recruiting applicants for the position of Chief of Party with the Empowerment and Civic Engagement Group. The responsibilities, duties, and qualifications are described in the attached position description. Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding.
Location: Nairobi or Kisumu, Kenya
Unit: Empowerment and Civic Engagement Group
Reports To: Vice President or Designated Home Office Program Manager
Program Summary
USAID/Kenya is planning a new program called “Kenya Feed the Future Innovation Engine” (KFIE). KFIE is designed to foster and bring to scale innovative private sector solutions to persistent poverty and food insecurity. KFIE is intended to harness the power of innovative private sector approaches to leverage resources and integrate new approaches to agricultural solutions thereby accelerating efforts to address poverty and food security needs in Kenya.
Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding.
Essential Responsibilities:
The Chief-of-Party will have overall responsibility for the vision and implementation of the KFIE project. This will involve management support to the overall project, strategic thinking and outreach to foster Kenyan innovation in food security, including private sector engagement. The scope of work for this position is expected to include:
- Maintaining liaison with USAID, GOK, and other institutions and stakeholders on matters relating to the KFIE Project and food security in Kenya;
- Providing programmatic, financial and administrative oversight for the KFIE Innovation Fund;
- Coordinating development of an innovation index to aid identification and measurement of innovations’ success, technical assistance, and networking and engagement of and between innovators, private sector, and other relevant actors;
- Collaborating with innovators to develop strategic plans for scale-up;
- As requested, advising innovators on matters of business development and operations;
- Monitoring food security policies and developments in Kenya that may affect innovators’ success; and
- Collaborating with other relevant programs and actors to maximize use of program resources and overall program success;
- Providing progress reporting and advising on innovations’ advancement to USAID on the program.
Other Responsibilities
Successful candidate will oversee programming related to creating linkages between innovators and private sector to ensure sustainability, adoption, and scalability of program-funded innovations. Additional responsibilities will relate to coordinating capacity-building for innovators, program outreach, and identifying and assessing promising innovations that will contribute to increased agricultural productivity and improved nutritional status in food insecure areas of Kenya.
Education:
Advanced degree in business, agriculture, or related field.
Work Experience:
At least 15 years’ experience in agricultural development required, with experience running a Kenyan private sector enterprises/agribusinesses strongly preferred. Experience coordinating with a broad range of stakeholders required, with specialized experience in public relations and communications preferred. Experience managing a donor-funded agriculture project required, experience with USAID programs and grants management strongly preferred.
Skills: Proven ability to leverage private sector investment to advance Kenya’s development agenda will be a distinct asset. Experience with technical and financial reporting and communicating program success is essential.
Other:
Fluency in English and Kiswahili required
General
Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.
Salary & Benefits:
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications:
Applicants should go to www.winrock.org to the Jobs link and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing KFIE COP by February 24.
Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted.
EEOE/AA.
Harvesting Free Goodies At The Workplace
Even sugarcane and bananas stems at the place of work are fair game for greedy Kenyans seeking ‘office perks’, writes JOHN KARIUKI
When United States President John F Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country,” he didn’t have Kenyans in mind.
Down here, you earn the respect of your peers and your community by milking the republic and your employer for all it’s worth, even if it costs you more in the process.
Justus is a civil servant based in Nairobi. While on leave last year, he stood by the roadside waiting for a matatu to travel upcountry. But as fate would have it, a driver from his workplace saw him and stopped a departmental pick-up truck by the roadside. This driver was on an official trip to Nyeri where Justus was headed so he hopped in and in no time was getting updated on office gossip.
But just before Ruiru, the driver took a detour to carry “a few things” home and parked behind a dingy roadside bar to load his goods.
Justus was shocked to see the driver loading empty paint tins, jerricans and pieces of soft board — which he identified as scrap from an ongoing facelift at the office — onto the government vehicle. He also noticed one or two broken chairs, malfunctioning wall clocks and several worn out tyres.
What should have been a quick two-hour trip to Nyeri became a nightmare when the driver detoured, yet again, at Kenol and headed into the interior of Murang’a to drop his cargo.
“We took a dirt road that had many winding turns. Up and down valleys, we went,” says Justus.
“When we arrived at his rural home, his mother would not hear of us leaving before taking the traditional cup of tea, which, of course, led to a heavy lunch two hours later,” says Justus.
Unfortunately, on their way back to the main road, it rained heavily and they had to hire eager youths to pull and push the government car uphill.
“Imagine I had to part with the fare I had presumably saved to pay the youths when we finally hit the tarmac!” regrets Justus.
That Government driver is among Kenyans who will do anything to harvest free goodies at the workplace. They range from the top police officer who orders his driver to chauffer his three-year-old daughter to baby class in his official car every morning to the minister who uses school buses from his or her constituency to ferry supporters.
Hillary Kilaga* from Voi says while his boss earns a six digit salary, he is not averse to ordering that all empty cartons, in which supplies are brought, be strictly reserved for him.
“In fact, there is a standing order that all empty buckets in which cooking fat and detergents are supplied are his, unless he gives express authority to the contrary in writing,” says Kilaga.
“This man causes a ruckus when his daily newspaper misses on his desk though he rarely reads them,” adds Kilaga. “But every so often, he is spotted selling a load of old newspapers at a butchery in town.”
Kilaga’s boss, certainly used to many unfettered perks, also mistakes the staff ‘merry go round’ as an extension of his official duties.
“He has hijacked the chama. He frequently directs officials to lend him money even when it’s not his turn, meaning somebody has to be stood down,” moans Kilaga.
Ciku Big* who works in Thika is equally fascinated by her boss’ unrivalled zeal for benefiting from the workplace despite his large ego.
“When we hold bashes at the workplace, there is a subtle and unwritten rule that the boss must take the leftovers home for his dogs,” she says.
Besides, those charged with slaughtering the sheep or goats must also follow another intractable house rule handed down the generations: “One goat or sheep carcass must be packed in his car, no questions asked,” she says.
“One chap, recently employed, questioned the order of things and gave him a half carcass. We were not shocked when when his name went missing from the payroll in January,” adds Ciku.
When Ciku and her colleagues go out for charity races — minus the big man, of course — nobody forgets him when certificates are issued.
“More importantly, if there are branded T-shirts for participants, we never forget to gift-wrap two or three of these for onward transmission to the boss for his weekend wear,” says Ciku. “This frequently means one or two employees forgoing theirs.”
But as far as incredulity goes, Pilot Kush*, a school driver in Eastern province, has seen more than his fair share. In his long experience of driving a school bus in a public school, Kush has learnt to live with some teachers’ crazy sense of perceived entitlement.
“Whenever I make a trip to Nairobi, scores of teachers pack farm produce in the bus with tags for their city friends and relatives whom they give my phone number,” says Kush.
It becomes a nightmare for Kush to deliver these parcels to people in diverse locations, meaning he ends up taking the pupils back to school long after midnight.
“A recent development is where teachers go ahead to urban centres, especially on paydays, to buy furniture and household goods and then waylay me to take these back to school, irrespective of how full it is,” says Kush.
A most memorable incident occurred when Kush’s school acquired a new 67-seater bus and the principal invited all teachers for a trip.
“You won’t believe this, but on the material day, 120 people assembled at the parking lot to board the bus,” says Kush.
Apparently, the principal had forgotten to strictly specify that it was only teachers who were the sole beneficiary of her largesse and not their spouses and dependants.
“I thought it was only me who had brought someone along,” one teacher laughed with embarrassment.
Kush also remembers taking a long-serving deputy head teacher on transfer. But some of the things that he loaded in the school truck still shock him to date.
“The teacher carried a wardrobe, a dressing table, a satellite dish and a gas cylinder, all supplied by the school, to the new station,” says Kush. “And since he was also patron of a club that raised pigs and rabbits, I ended up loading coops for caging the livestock into the van,” marvels Kush.
But as he revved the van, still smarting with shock, the teacher dashed to the deserted compound for one last time.
“There was more cargo apparently, like freshly uprooted sugar cane and the bananas that had been growing luxuriantly in a corner of the compound,” says Kush.
Certainly, the departing deputy’s excesses must have disturbed the school principal, but she was probably too embarrassed to talk about it.
But none of these beat the ingenuity of a former Nairobi City Council Town Clerk who not only irregularly awarded her daughter a university scholarship, but put her on the payroll as well as a ‘ghost worker’.
However, so far as impunity goes, nothing compares with a former top army officer who was said to use soldiers to graze livestock on one of his ranches in the semi-arid northern Kenya.
For them, John Kennedy who could afford to say, “Ask not what your country can do for you,” was a rich fool who did not know that luck does not come knocking twice.
*Names have been changed
ICC Ruling On Kenyan Case. Let Justice Take Its Course.
ICC finally rules on the Ocampo Six.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) said on Monday it would try Kenya’s presidential contenders William Ruto and Uhuru Kenyatta and francis Muthaura and Joshua Sang on charges of crimes against humanity during post-election violence in 2007/08.
Let justice take its course.
The Hague-based court said there was sufficient evidence to put Kenyan radio presenter Joshua arap Sang and Kenyan civil service head Francis Muthaura on trial, but the court dropped charges against Henry
Kosgey and General Mohamed Hussein Ali, who was the police commissioner when the violence erupted.
This means the four will face the full force of the law for war crimes linked to Kenya’s 2007/08 post-election deadly was of political violence violence that claimed at least 1,500 people and displaced hundreds of thousands, marking the darkest moment in Kenyan history.
But sources said the four may appeal the decision in the appeals chamber, another process that might take several months.
It was not clear of the Kenyatta and Ruto will keep their word of vying for the Kenyan presidency, but analysts said it was unlikely for them to throw their hats into the race to replace President Mwai Kibaki and would unwise if they do so.
The following are reactions to the decision.
KEN WAFULA, HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST IN KENYA
“This ruling changes the political landscape of this country. Kenyans will now be able to go to the polls without fearing violence. I think it was fair, and I think some of us will work through the procesuction process to ensure further evidence is given.”
On charges being dropped against former police commissioner Mohamed Hussein Ali:
“I am disappointed because so many Kenyans were killed by the police and I didn’t expect Ali to escape prosecution, being that Ali was the representative of the police. We may want to push the prosecution to review the case against Ali.”
ALY KHAN SATCHU, INDEPENDENT ANALYST
“The crux of the matter is the reaction to the decision not the decision, which was expected. We are witnessing an inflection point lower in Kenya political risk. This is a tipping point. Kenyan markets have all the bad news baked into the price and none of the positive.” (Jackal News and news agencies)
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.mustardseedsafrica.org/careers.htm
Description:
Marketing Manager – Membership & Magazine at Msae Financial Services Research Center in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Msae Financial Services Research Center is a leading financial services institute that trains financial services professionals and researches on financial services for the underbanked and the unbanked rural and urban poor and their micro enterprises. We are registered as a limited liability company in Kenya
We are looking for talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community.
We seek to hire highly competent and dynamic professionals who are committed to fighting poverty and who share our vision.
Some of the criteria we use to identify potential staff are:
- Specific skills and experience that match our needs;
- A high level of achievement in their career and/or studies;
- An approach to work that fits our organizational culture and values; and
- A positive attitude and motivation to excel.
We currently have the following vacancies:
MARKETING MANAGER – MEMBERSHIP & MAGAZINE
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Department: Marketing
January 2012
Position Summary:
The Marketing Manager – Membership & Magazine designs and implements all of the institutes’s tactical marketing campaigns to drive membership, magazine subscriptions, and ad sales. The Marketing Manager – Membership & Magazine also manages the institutes’s e-newsletters, maintains relevant areas of the institutes’s websites, and coordinates the communications calendar with the Marketing Manager – Events.
Responsibilities
- Tactical Marketing Campaigns – develops and implements all tactical marketing campaigns for the institutes’s membership and the magazine through the use of traditional and emerging marketing techniques. This includes developing the campaign plan and schedule, creating segmentation strategy, editing and writing promotional copy, producing marketing pieces, coordinating direct mailings, developing and distributing HTML email broadcasts, identifying and maintaining social media platforms, budget tracking, and reporting.
- Communications Calendar – supports Marketing Manager – Events in developing and maintaining the marketing communications calendar.
- E-Newsletters – manages production of all of the institutes’s e-newsletters (currently two weekly). Creates copy and works with all staff to ensure the institutes’s programs and events are represented. Manages electronic distribution of e-newsletters.
- Website Administration – manages content on the website. Ensures all information is accurate and up-to-date.
- Webinars – produces all webinars related to membership and magazine marketing.
- Annual Awards – has overall responsibility for the Annual Awards. Manages Annual Awards submission process, acts as staff liaison to the Annual Awards Task Force, develops awards submission brochure, invites and organizes volunteer judges, and works with Show Team to assist with presentation/announcement of awards onsite.
- Other – supports the Vice President, Marketing with overall institutes marketing plan, brand management, website and social media strategy, public relations, budgeting, new product development and vendor management.
Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional promotional copywriting and editing skills. Ability to communicate creative concepts and strategies to a diverse range of staff.
- Demonstrated experience and results in print and electronic marketing communications in a fast, high-volume atmosphere.
- Ability to analyze and interpret marketing data.
- Ability to create and test new approaches for promoting institutes products, services and membership.
- Experience in magazine marketing a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work with volunteers.
- Proficiency with basic office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency with HTML editors.
- Social media savvy and skills very desirable.
Education and Experience
- Four-year college degree in marketing, journalism, communications or related area.
- A minimum of two years of experience in marketing and communications.
Kindly send your applications to info@mustardseedsafrica.org on or before 31/01/2012
We are sorry but due to high number of application received, we shall only respond to only shortlisted candidates.
Kindly indicate the title of the position applying on the subject line of the email.
Kindly send only the job application form at this stage
Those who don’t here from us by end of February 2012 should consider their application unsuccessful.
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Program Management Specialist, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) at United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN (OVC)
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) seeks to hire a Program Management Specialist, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in its Office of Population & Health (OPH), USAID/Kenya.
The position is open to qualified Kenyan citizens and is based in Nairobi.
Basic Function of Position:
The OVC Specialist provides technical, operational, and management support of the OVC portion of the HIV/AIDS portfolio on behalf of the entire US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) team in USAID/Kenya. The OVC Specialist is responsible for strengthening the technical capacity of the host government, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), community-based organisations (CBOs), and faith-based organisations (FBOs), to address the multi-dimensional needs of OVC. The OVC Specialist is responsible for coordinating OVC and policy issues with the Government of Kenya, the US Government, USAID colleagues, other donors, and NGOs working in the area of HIV/AIDS. He/she serves as a resource and point person for the entire Kenya PEPFAR team and assists in the implementation of PEPFAR priorities and the activities set forth in the “Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children Programming Guidance” by the Office of the US Global AIDS Coordinator (OGAC). The OVC Specialist provides technical expertise in cross-cutting and multi-sectoral approaches to OVC.
Required Qualifications:
Any application that does not meet the minimum requirements stated below will not be evaluated.
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
If you have not been contacted within one month from the closing date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Education:
A Master’s degree in public health, international development, social science or a closely related field is required.
Experience (40%):
7-10 years of mid- to senior-level progressively responsible professional experience in Health/HIV/AIDS program development and implementation, with specific experience working on community and OVC issues. Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating HIV/AIDS OVC programs that involve coordination with an international agency
or implementing partners is required.
Knowledge (30%):
Knowledge of HIV/AIDS epidemiology and current strategies for treatment, care, prevention, with emphasis on OVC issues, is essential.
Must have thorough knowledge of HIV/AIDS program design, implementation, and evaluation in general and OVC issues in particular.
Good working knowledge of HIV/AIDS public health programs, strategies, methods, processes and techniques used to plan develop, implement and evaluate results of OVC program is required.
Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan and organize, direct project teams and activities and overall administrative requirements, budgeting and fiscal management in support of contracts/cooperative agreements is required.
Skills and Abilities (30%):
Ability to analyze, understand and discuss new program design, management and implementation approaches is required.
Ability to lead project teams and work groups, and to develop effective working relationships with national and international working partners is required.
Considerable innovation will be required to influence other collaborative organizations engaged in HIV/AIDS OVC programs to adopt appropriate strategies for their program activities.
Strong skills with interpretation of program monitoring and evaluation of data are required.
Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed CV and all relevant attachments to the following address:
Human Resources Office
Re: Program Management Specialist, OVC
P.O. Box 629, Village Market 00621,
Nairobi, Kenya
Application must reach the USAID office by COB January 6, 2012.
Letter To 18-Year-Old Girls Leaving High School
Dear form four leaver,
Congratulations on completing four years of high school education; of going to class, taking part in every aspect of school life (I hope you did) and I hope you made good friends along the way and also learnt a lot more than the chemical formulas.
I hope when you look back at the four years you spent in high school you will miss them dearly. Those were the best years of your life – you just don’t know it now. What lies ahead is built completely and absolutely
on how you spent the last four years.
Even as I pen this letter to you today, I must apologise because I feel it may be a little late. I hope it’s not. You see, I believe that huge fun-fair of career day for fourth formers is ill-timed – that day should have been given to you in form one, to allow you to create a basis on which you will deal with the next four years and having built that foundation, be ready for what comes next.
As you kick back and think to yourself “no more school!” know this, your parents and teachers are hoping they raised a strong, independent woman. In the same breathe, they are hoping that you are and will be happy. I also hope that you know that you cannot be happy all the time but that you realise happiness is a state of mind you control.
Take this letter my dear, keep it somewhere and read it again in four years. You don’t have to take everything I say to heart today – however do keep it in mind. Here’s what I need you to know as you go forward:
Don’t be in such a hurry to get older and do all the things your parents and teachers wouldn’t let you do. There’s a reason we say there’s a time and season for everything. Take it slow, you’ll be 30 in no-time.
If you don’t have the money for something, do without it and don’t get someone else to buy it for you. Those shoes, earrings, hand-bag or phone aren’t worth your dignity or the drama.
Don’t derive your self worth from which guys or girls you’re seen with or which man’s car you’re seen stepping out of. Get your own. Remember you are the average of the five people you hang out with. I know you may not want to hear it right now, but mum does know what she’s talking about.
If you’re asking yourself if you should have one more drink, the answer is no. I’m not even going to address the fact that you aren’t 21 yet – I’m not stupid.
Before you take that picture of yourself, put on that outfit, or do that “crazy thing that everyone else is doing” ask yourself – would you want to show or tell your dad, the President or your future boss about it ? If it was plastered on the front page of the Star would you be proud? If the answer is no, don’t do it.
It’s okay to say you don’t know. We don’t expect you to know everything. No one knows everything. Pretending to know everything just makes you an ass at this age. As long as it is legal, moral and ethical, there is no job that is beneath you – I was a messenger, I waited tables, I’ve served tea.
You only get one body. Love it and take care of it in every way. You don’t have to let boys win. I hope you know that you can be both pretty and smart. It’s called competitive advantage. Get it. Some things are your own fault. Deal with it. It’s the scary decisions that really matter. Seek God above all else, and he will provide.
Lastly, my 18 -year-old, grown up sister, remember: this is your one life. You will mess up. You will get second chances. But you don’t get a “do-over.” From here on, the rest of it – this life – is your journey. Make it a good one, that you can be proud of.
Wishing you the best and God-speed as you step out into this crazy world. Take it a step at a time, but whatever you do, hit the ground running. I was blessed to have a mother who had me working a week after fourth form and much as I didn’t appreciate it then – I love her dearly for it today.
Be well, be bold, be smart, be blessed.
Fondly,
Caroline Mutoko
Date of Issuance: November 2011
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya with extensive travel to the field
Closing: This position will remain open until filled
Interpeace, a Swiss non-profit organisation, works in close partnership with the United Nations, with the aim of building lasting peace. Interpeace has a two-fold mandate:
(i) to strengthen the capacities of societies to manage conflict in non-violent, non-coercive ways by assisting national actors in their efforts to develop social and political cohesion; and
(ii) to assist the international community (and in particular the United nations) to play a more effective role in supporting peacebuilding efforts around the world through better understanding and response to the challenges of creating local capacities that enhance social political cohesion.
Chaired by former President of Ghana, John Kufuor, and headquartered in Geneva, Interpeace is supported by bilateral and multilateral donors as well as private funding. The organization is currently active in Africa, Central America, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Interpeace Regional Office for Eastern and Central Africa manages the Organization’s programmes in the Somali region, Rwanda and Burundi. All these programmes are carried out in close partnership with local peacebuilding organizations.
General Position Summary
The Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region (PO-GLR) is a member of the core programmatic team for Interpeace’s work in the Great Lakes Region of Central Africa specifically in Rwanda and Burundi, and will collaborate with the other members of the team: the Regional Director and the Senior Programme Officer (to be recruited) in the overall management of the programmes, with an emphasis on supporting Interpeace’s programmatic initiatives in the region.
In this capacity, he/she will also be the key conduit for shaping and disseminating Interpeace’s reconciliations and peacebuilding work to key stakeholders.
The PO-GLR is responsible for working with the local partners in Burundi and Rwanda to ensure that the work of Interpeace is well planned in its content, captured throughout its delivery and strategically disseminated to key stakeholders to optimize its impact.
He/She will also be part of developing the Great Lakes Regional programme, a collaborative initiative with our present partners in Burundi and Rwanda that also will involve local partners in the Kivu regions of DRC.
The PO-GLR serves as the key focal point between Interpeace and all external actors. The post of POGLR is based in Nairobi, and involves extensive travel to the field.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the general guidance and supervision of the Senior Programme Officer for the Great Lakes/Regional Director, the Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region will be responsible for the following duties:
Programmatic Support
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region at Interpeace in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PROGRAMME OFFICER – GREAT LAKES REGION
Date of Issuance: November 2011
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya with extensive travel to the field
Closing: This position will remain open until filled
Interpeace, a Swiss non-profit organisation, works in close partnership with the United Nations, with the aim of building lasting peace. Interpeace has a two-fold mandate: (i) to strengthen the capacities of societies to manage conflict in non-violent, non-coercive ways by assisting national actors in their efforts to develop social and political cohesion; and (ii) to assist the international community ( and in particular the United nations) to play a more effective role in supporting peacebuilding efforts around the world through better understanding and response to the challenges of creating local capacities that enhance social political cohesion.
Chaired by former President of Ghana, John Kufuor, and headquartered in Geneva, Interpeace is supported by bilateral and multilateral donors as well as private funding. The organization is currently active in Africa, Central America, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Interpeace Regional Office for Eastern and Central Africa manages the Organization’s programmes in the Somali region, Rwanda and Burundi. All these programmes are carried out in close partnership with local peacebuilding organizations.
General Position Summary The Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region (PO-GLR) is a member of the core programmatic team for Interpeace’s work in the Great Lakes Region of Central Africa specifically in Rwanda and Burundi, and will collaborate with the other members of the team: the Regional Director and the Senior Programme Officer (to be recruited) in the overall management of the programmes, with an emphasis on supporting Interpeace’s programmatic initiatives in the region. In this capacity, he/she will also be the key conduit for shaping and disseminating Interpeace’s reconciliations and peacebuilding work to key stakeholders.
The PO-GLR is responsible for working with the local partners in Burundi and Rwanda to ensure that the work of Interpeace is well planned in its content, captured throughout its delivery and strategically disseminated to key stakeholders to optimize its impact. He/She will also be part of developing the Great Lakes Regional programme, a collaborative initiative with our present partners in Burundi and Rwanda that also will involve local partners in the Kivu regions of DRC.
The PO-GLR serves as the key focal point between Interpeace and all external actors. The post of PO-GLR is based in Nairobi, and involves extensive travel to the field.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the general guidance and supervision of the Senior Programme Officer for the Great Lakes/Regional Director, the Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region will be responsible for the following duties:
Programmatic Support
- Provide programmatic guidance and operational support for field activities by Interpeace and its partners, specifically with respect to the content of the work. This includes, but is not limited to, collaboratively developing and nurturing a clear understanding of Interpeace’s programmes of work throughout the Great Lakes region;
- Play a strong supporting role in the development of strategy and the work plans for all field components of the programmes;
- Monitor and respond to the implementation of work plans and revise them in collaboration with the partners and others within the Interpeace team;
- Ensure that reflection and learning take place regularly with regard to programme development, methodological adaptations and generally on the topics under study;
- Oversee the collection, compilation and dissemination of both contractual and strategic reporting;
- Review written products of the Interpeace Great Lakes Programmes and provide quality control through a mentoring approach to ensure the development of written capacities within the local partners;
- Support the technical development of the field teams in the areas of methodology, writing and communications;
- Assist in the development of the regional Great Lakes programme and the strengthening of the new partner teams’ capacities
- Develop emerging thematic competences that can be used not only for the Interpeace’s programmes but could also be incorporated into the work of Interpeace in its other programmes of work.
Interpeace information about the Great Lakes Region
- Remain abreast of the political, economic and social context in the Great Lakes through coordinated updates with the field teams and other networks developed;
- Monitor substantive developments and provide regular briefings to the Senior Programme Officer for the Great Lakes and the Regional Director.;
- Maintain close liaison with team members to ensure that all Interpeace staff are regularly briefed on Great Lakes Region programme activities.
Financial Activities
- Support the fundraising initiatives of Interpeace and the local partners that ensure the financial sustainability of all Interpeace’s Great Lakes Programmes.
- Regularly monitoring the programme’s funding situation and monthly expenses, ensuring that programme expenditures are within approved budgets and available funds.
- Review and approve partner’s activity reports before payments are authorized by Senior Programme Officer/Regional Director.
Networking • Utilize substantive relations vis-à-vis key Great Lakes Region stakeholders, in both informing and disseminating Interpeace’s programmes of work; • Establish new and maintain existing relations with key international actors in the Great Lakes Region and Nairobi, including donor relations, and strategically engage these actors in the work of Interpeace.
Knowledge and Experience
- Master’s degree in peace-related studies, social or political science or other relevant fields
- At least three years of field experience in peacebuilding, political and/or developmental work
- Knowledge of and experience in the Great Lakes Region
- Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution/Peacebuilding, external relations, proposal writing, and training
- Strong communications skills: ability to write in clear, concise manner and to communicate effectively orally in both English and French
- Strong computer skills in MS Office applications
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
- Strong commitment to supporting local peacebuilding initiatives and to the values and working principles of Interpeace
- Strong writing and communications skills in English and French required, local language knowledge in Kinyarwanda/Kirundi and/or Kiswahili a bonus
Success Factors:
- Creative team player with an entrepreneurial spirit that is both creative and flexible
- Commitment to inclusiveness and consensus building
- Confident, tactful and participatory skills
- Ability to problem solve, prioritize and follow up
- Sense of Humour
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest and complete CV via email to recruitment@interpeace.org Please indicate Programme Officer – Great Lakes Region in the subject line, before 24 November 2011.
Interpeace is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
For more information about Interpeace, its values and working principles, please visit its website at www.interpeace.org
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