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In Kenya, Malteser International is present since 2001. So far, programs were concentrated on TB and HIV in the slums of Nairobi, while also providing humanitarian assistance in emergencies such as droughts and floods in Northern Kenya.

In order to support sustainable solutions, drought resilience and disaster preparedness, Malteser has shifted its focus in Northern Kenya to recovery and development projects.

In August 2012, an office was opened in Illeret, one of the most remote and under-developed areas in the northern district of Marsabit County/ Northern Kenya with the aim to address the needs of the pastoralist population of the area.

Current activities, to be implemented until the end of 2013, aim at increasing the access to safe drinking water, mainly through rainwater harvesting techniques at household and community level accompanied by health/hygiene education activities, and the improvement of educational facilities.

The programme should be followed by multi-sectoral activities in the areas of livelihood/income generation, small infrastructure facilities, and possible other sectors according to needs.

All planned community based activities will ensure participatory approaches involving communities and relevant stakeholders in the design, planning and implementation of the projects.

To coordinate our programme in Illeret/Northern Kenya, Malteser International is looking for a

Programme Coordinator
As a Programme Coordinator you will be responsible for implementing and developing Malteser International interventions in Illeret with administrative and logistic support by the Country Office in Nairobi.

In this position you will be supported by short term (technical) experts according to requirements and supervised by the Regional Coordinator for Africa and the regional desk in headquarters.

Responsibilities:
    Overall coordination and supervision of all programme activities in the project area according to proposals and implementation plans
    Develop and initiate multi sector activities (livelihood/ income generation, small infrastructure facilities, education) and conduct regular needs assessments
    Support mobilization of communities for involvement in programme activities
    Management of location office incl. overall responsibility for resource management (personnel, budget, material)
    Ensure the implementation of Malteser standards in administration, finances and logistics
    Ensure regular and timely project documentation and reporting according to Malteser and donor standards
    Represent the Malteser programme and coordinate with all relevant stakeholders on local, district and county level
    Keep safety standards for all staff updated according to local context and ensure their implementation at all times

Qualifications/Requirements:
    Strong programme development, management, organizational skills
    Advanced project design and project cycle management skills
    Basic technical skills
    Proven skills in community development
    At least five years working experience in development countries out of which at least two years in Africa
    Working experience with pastoralist communities is an asset
    Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision
    Improvisation and multi-tasking skills
    Physical and mental strength and experience in and willingness to live and work in a remote project location and under basic conditions
    Fluency in English, knowledge of German is an asset

Conditions:
    Starting date: 15 May 2013
    Duty station: Illeret/ Northern Kenya
    Duration of contract: minimum 12 months (extendable)
    Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package, accommodation in team house, return flight

IPA-Kenya (IPAK) is IPA’s oldest country office, and the site of many of its most influential research projects.

IPAK employs more than 300 contracted staff working on 20 different projects across offices in various locations around Kenya. IPAK is also the site of IPA’s largest “scale-up” projects – including a national de-worming program and community-based chlorine dispensers.

The Cross-Project Operations Manager will be responsible for managing country office operations that support both the general administrative needs of projects and select field/project operations.

They will manage IPAK administrative staff (e.g. Administrative Officers in each of our 5 administrative offices) and work closely with IPAK’s Research Managers and various project managers to identify project support needs and ensure efficiencies are achieved for field research/scale-up implementation.

The Cross-Project Operations Manager will participate in in IPAK senior management discussions as appropriate.

This position will be based in Kisumu, with monthly travel to IPAK’s Nairobi office (likely 1 week a month) and regular travel around western Kenya to visit our Busia, Kakamega and Bungoma administrative offices as well as field offices and project field activities.

This position is estimated to require up to 50% travel. A two-year commitment is necessary.

Responsibilities;
    Project Operations Support: support Research Managers in select field logistics planning and budgeting; providing advice on operational issues such as creating vehicle and procurement plans, planning to set up field offices and providing general costing assessments.
    Support Project Permitting: work with the Deputy Country Director to manage the acquisition of ethical approvals and research permits for projects.
    Coordinate Office Administration: supervise the Administrative Officers/Assistants to ensure that IPAK’s five major offices are managed efficiently. This will include, but is not limited to: overseeing adherence to office budgets, determining solutions to concerns raised by projects, ensuring safety and security standards are met, and leading negotiations/relationships with landlords.
    Supervise Procurement for Country Office: supervise the Procurement and Administrative Officer (PAO), and oversee the general implementation and continuous refinement of IPAK’s procurement systems.
    Vehicles and Transportation: lead creation and maintenance of vehicle pools, working with a team to ensure competitive, reliable drivers.
    Manage other IPAK Administrative Services: ensure core administrative services provided by IPAK to projects, managed through AOs, are carried out effectively and efficiently. Examples include travel and visitors’ logistics, events planning/coordination and the maintenance of internal IPAK communication systems.

Qualifications
    Minimum of Bachelor’s level degree in Business Administration or related field with at least 5 years of steadily progressing management experience; preferred Master’s degree
    Significant supervisory management experience, including managing direct reports
    Experience working within a complex organizational structure and managing work across multiple offices or field sites, spread across large geographic distances
    Experience managing the procurement lifecycle
    Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and delegate effectively, including to remote staff
    Strong computer skills required – particularly in terms of using, creating, editing, and manipulating Excel files
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired
    Strongly preferred: Experience with work in a research organization conducting or supporting data collection
    Strongly preferred: 1 year minimum experience in a field-level programmatic role
    Strongly preferred: experience with USAID rules and regulations
    Familiarity with basic randomized control trial methodology
    Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, detail-oriented
    Team leader but collaborative
    Proven skill in negotiation and managing complex relationships

If you are interested, please follow the instructions below:

Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address.

Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.

Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices, or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia, Area Code 50400, Kenya.

If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: CPOM, REF NO: FK-2013.03.01.

All applicants will be considered for this position.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Cross-Project Operations Manager.

The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant.

Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization.

Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Major Responsibilities:
    Provide leadership, direction and supervision in day-to-day operations.
    Oversee staffing, employee performance and development training.
    Ensure safety policies are implemented and procedures and documentation are maintained.
    Ensure employees are trained in all aspects of their job, including safety and job development and reporting.
    Dispatch cargo and maintain good personable customer relations.
    Promote all special projects concerning research and development of new or existing equipment as described by the needs of customers.
    Communicate with customer and keep informed of current activities and future operations.
    Review all special projects, evaluate and, if necessary, seek advice regarding problem solving.
    Utilize a hands-on approach to maintain good communication with employees and contractors.

Specific Accountabilities:
    Hold meetings with existing or prospective customers and ensure that the company has a position in their current or future operations.
    Delegate responsibilities regarding staffing, budgeting, repairs, purchasing, and sub-contracting.

Knowledge, Education, Skills, Capabilities & Qualifications:
    Bachelors degree in Commerce/Business Management – Operations Management/Logistics
    Must have a valid dangerous goods certification of at least 3 years
    Experience transport/logistics and shipping companies needed
    Able to take charge and lead by example.
    Experience managing and supervising 10 or more direct reports.
    Able to devise creative and innovative solutions to problem solving.
    Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
    Computer skills and understanding of MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
    Strong sense of time management and prioritization.
    Able to work well with minimal supervision.
    High standards of integrity, energy level, and self-motivation
    Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Ability to deal with conflict effectively and create effective solutions to problems.
    Strong attention to detail and organization
    Superior interpersonal skills
    Self-motivated and autonomous worker
    Professionalism and strong work ethic

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience,  please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title (Operations Manager – South Sudan) on the email subject to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke.

Our website www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

The Recruiting Manager
Corporate staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Westlands
Nairobi.

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

Skills
    The ability to multitask and to effectively lead a creative team, listening skills,
    Project management skills, strong persuasion and presentation skills
    The ability to give creative direction and follow projects to completion

Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@creatingvalue.co.ke
before end of day 31 March 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Reporting to Senior Manager- Research & Customer Insights, the successful candidate will Support the brand and product strategy by providing the highest quality marketing intelligence upon which strategic and tactical decisions are made, be proactive in the identification and evaluation of the information needs of the business and the utilization of relevant information, the integration of information as it pertains to the business and Monitor and evaluate the brand and product & service performance – marketing activities and delivery ; Champion and Facilitate consumer insights generation and implementation.

Key responsibilities include;
    Proactive identification & evaluation of the business information needs and further implementation;
    Manage research projects for the brand and various products;
    Monitoring and Evaluation;
    Being the consumer insights champion within the various product teams and brand;
    Manage all relevant data for the brand and various products ie continuous tracking information, consumer information, competitor intelligence, macro data etc;

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies:
    B com /Business statistics or B.A Economics;
    Minimum 4 years in marketing research;
    Have a good telecommunication industry experience/knowledge;
    Sound knowledge of marketing and strategic issues;
    Have a good understanding of, and desire to get close to consumers/ customers;
    Good project management skills;
    Experience of managing qualitative and quantitative research projects;
    Ability to direct agency in designs, analysis and reporting;
    Project management experience ;
    Ability to drive long hours as the job requires about 40% of the time being out in the field

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and passion send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Wednesday 27th March, 2013.

Qualifications/ Experience (Minimum)
•    Hold a Diploma or a Degree in Registered Nursing/ midwife from a recognized nursing training institution and in possession of a registration certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya
•    Is in good professional standing with the Nursing Council of Kenya
•    At least three years’ experience working in a busy ANC/PMTCT and HIV and AIDS comprehensive Care Centre (CCC) setting.
•    Additional training as VCT/HTC counselor, Nutrition and Computer literacy will be added advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:

Human Resource Manager,
FH Kenya, P.o. Box 14978-00800 NAIROBI,
Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org OR drop them at our Nairobi office (Life ministry center, 3rd floor Jabavu Road, Kilimani next to Kilimani police station) latest by 25th March 2013.

These are urgent positions and applications will be shortlisted as they are received.  Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews within a short period of time.

Qualifications/Experience (Minimum)
    Be in possession of a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a recognized medical training college.
    Basic Training on HIV and AIDS, ART and OI administering.
    Must have a minimum of two years working experience in Comprehensive Care Centre.
    Must be a computer literate and well conversant with MS and Excel Ms.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:
Human Resource Manager,
FH Kenya, P.o. Box 14978-00800 NAIROBI,

Email address: hr_fhkenya@fh.org or drop them at our Nairobi office (Life ministry center, 3rd floor Jabavu Road, Kilimani next to Kilimani police station) latest by 25th March 2013.

These are urgent positions and applications will be shortlisted as they are received.  Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews within a short period of time.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Financial accounts, budgeting and forecasting
    Produce monthly financial accounts in the approved format;
    Provide budget holders with financial information which meets their needs;
    Facilitate the preparation of the annual budget and update forecasts as necessary.

2. Financial and regulatory reporting
    Prepare statutory accounts for the Companies, in the appropriate format;
    Liaise with external auditors;
    Ensure all regulatory and other returns are prepared and submitted timely.

3. Financial transactions
    Ensure the efficient processing of all financial transactions, including invoicing and collection of moneys due;
    Ensure that all money received in and paid out is correctly allocated;
    Ensure the purchase ledger is maintained, with accurate coding, and that suppliers are paid in a timely manner;
    Ensure the bank and other control accounts are reconciled monthly.

4. Cash flow
    Manage banking arrangements under the direction of the Chief Accountant;
    Maintain a daily cash flow schedule and produce regular cash flow reports;

5. Systems and IT
    Continue the development and implementation of financial systems;
    With the assistance of the IT department, maintain software used in financial and payroll administration.

6. Taxation
    Prepare monthly and quarterly VAT returns;
    Involve and instruct external tax consultants when necessary.

7. Inventory
    Maintaining proper reporting and financial controls; and
    Ensuring adherence to all practices and policies required to meet these objectives.

Skills Set Needed
    Project Management and Audit Reviews
    Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
    Knowledge of finance principles
    Knowledge of financial reporting
    Proficiency in relevant accounting software
    Team management skills.
    Technical accounting skills
    Excellent planning and organizing skills
    Scheduling and monitoring skills
    Excellent communication skills
    Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

 Desirable
    Bachelors Degree in Commerce / Business Management / Economics
    Minimum 2 years’ experience
    General Accounting experience.
    Certified Public Accountant (CPA K) or its equivalent.

Disclaimer: Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements stated above need not apply.

ONLY candidates fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email their application together with a detailed and updated CV, indicating your availability, expected and current salary via email to: philip@dafinaconsultants.com

On the Subject line clearly indicate “ACCOUNTANT”. 

Deadline for application is 22nd March 2013.

We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

Overall Responsibilities:
MSH seeks an Organizational Development Manager (OD Manager) for an anticipated program in Kenya with the purpose of building and strengthening the capacity of local organizations and health professionals in Kenya to develop, implement, monitor, and manage HIV/AIDS programs and strategic information management  activities that align with Kenya National AIDS Strategic Plan (KNASP). 

The OD Manager will report to and work in close collaboration with the Project Director and other project staff in assessing critical gaps in the areas of program management, health economics, informatics, monitoring and evaluation, and evidence based programming.

S/he leads the design of the organizational development aspects of the project and provision of capacity building support to the participating organizations. 

S/he will also participate in the development of project and partner performance indicators and targets to assure that expectations and required results are fully understood. 

S/he works with the Project Director, project partners, M&E staff and Technical Staff to ensure that the organizational development activities are closely coordinated with other project activities (fellowship program and short courses) to maximize the total impact. 

S/he will work with M&E staff to track the progress and impact of organizational capacity building activities.

S/he will support the project activities such as the analysis and documentation of project results, impact and compile technical reports.

The OD Manager will be expected to communicate results and accomplishments to all interested parties and key stakeholders groups.

Specific Responsibilities:
    Contribute to the design and implementation of the selection process for participating organizations.
    Lead the process to adapt or develop, test, and implement competency assessments for local organizations implementing HIV/AIDS programs as well as a process for measuring progress to close the identified gaps.
    Oversee the development, implementation, and participate in the monitoring of the Project’s organizational and technical delivery assistance strategies.
    Undertake activities through consultations with managers of client organizations. S/he will build and maintain relationships with key client stakeholders and be responsible for achieving client-specific goals. S/he will focus on supporting sustainable change within organizations.
    Assist in the development and implementation of a process to evaluate the overall impact of the project’s activities, including the fellowship, short-term programs, and organizational capacity. 
    Coordinate the project’s organizational development activities with donor, MOH, participating organizations and other Stakeholder groups, ensuring harmonization and collaboration with other capacity building initiatives to maximize the USG investment and minimize any overlap or duplication.
    Review, adapt, develop and/or modify, and implement tools, approaches, policies and advocacy initiatives to improve management and technical capacity of participating organizations.
    Collaborate with the Program Director and other team members in fully integrating activities into the project’s overall goals.
    Participate in technical review meetings and serve as an advisor to participating organizations on institutional systems strengthening.
    Develop technical strategies and implement annual work plans to ensure project deliverables are achieved.
    Ensure that participating organizations’ institutional capacity and opportunities are identified, shared and applied when appropriate through regular discussion with CDC and other collaborating agencies.
    Actively seek opportunities to work with selected public sector and civil society organizations (NGOs, FBOs CBOs, etc.) at all levels.

Qualifications:
    Advanced degree in public health or another relevant technical area.  Exceptional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.
    Minimum of eight years of experience in the field of public health.
    At least six years providing organizational development technical assistance in Kenya with substantial knowledge and experience in Kenya building capacity for public sector institutions, NGOs and CSOs.
    Successful track record of implementing successful interventions within the Kenyan health system.
    Significant work experience in activities across the areas of leadership and management; organizational development, resource mobilization and governance.
    Experience working with HIV/AIDS programs.
    Demonstrated success and expertise in influencing and negotiation and advocacy work among senior-level donors and government counterparts in the country.
    Significant experience in local governance/public administration including capacity development of civil society organizations, policy reform, policy/legislative change, local community organizing, and advocacy.
    Proven, effective leadership skills.  Superior ability in developing effective interpersonal relationships, negotiation and conflict management.
    Excellent written and oral communications and presentation skills in English.
    Willingness to travel within Kenya regularly.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

The principal accountabilities of the position include:
    Ensuring that all company equipment and facilities are ¡n good working order and safe for use;
    Managing the effective execution of projects within agreed specifications, time schedule and budget;
    Preparing annual budget estimates and ensuring that all repair costs and capital expenditure are controlled in line with the budget and business policy;
    Ensuring that all company installations meet the group, company and statutory HSEQ standards;
    Ensuring that contractors adhere to company norms, HSEQ standards and that all works match the agreed scope, quality and specifications;
    Providing technical proposals and solutions to both internal and external customers;
    Providing effective leadership, guidance and development of technical & engineering staff.

Qualifications and other requirements:
Applications are invited from Kenya citizens who match the following requirements:-
    Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a reputable university – a Masters degree will be a plus;
    Be a Registered Engineer;
    Have over 7 years post graduation work experience in engineering, at least 2 of which should have been in a management position preferably acquired in the oil industry;
    Fully proficient in Project Management software applications;
    Have the proven ability to work and deliver under pressure, pay attention to detail and follow up on issues until they are resolved;
    Fully conversant with Health, safety, Environment and Quality policies and requirements;
    Focused individual who possesses excellent analytical skills, is dynamic, innovative and creative;
    Excellent communication skills, high level of integrity and honesty.
    For this key position, our client will offer an attractive remuneration package and opportunities for further career development. RefNo. 525/DN/FN

Closing date for receipt of applications: 15th March 2013.

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref.No. to hawkins. associates@khigroup.com

Please forward an application letter indicating your suitability to this role, together with a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to: admin@peopleinsightslimited.com before Friday 7th March 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications and requirements for the candidates are
•    Relevant qualification in the construction & building industry i.e. Architecture or Quantity Survey or Construction Management
•    Have a minimum 2 years post-graduate experience in end-to-end execution of building projects
•    Good working knowledge of computer based construction management and contract administration software like Auto-CAD
•    Good oral and written communication skills
•    Ability to deliver under pressure
•    Highly mobile to visit sites in multiple locations
•    High degree of integrity

Please forward an application letter indicating your suitability to this role, together with a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to: admin@peopleinsightslimited.com before Friday 7th March 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.