Location: Nairobi
Description:
Administration Officer at Transparency International in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
Department: Finance & Administration
Duty Station: Nairobi
Job Summary
Transparency International-Kenya (TI-Kenya) is part of the Transparency International group that is a non-partisan coalition of individuals with a shared vision of corrupt free world. TIKenya is an autonomous chapter in the Transparency International movement, a global
coalition against corruption with which we share the knowledge and exchange ideas for the greater good of Kenya. TI Kenya seeks to fill the position of an Administration Officer. Under the supervision of the Human Resource & Administration Officer, the Administration officer will provide general office administration services by implementing administrative systems, procedures, and policies and monitoring administrative projects and tasks to their successful completion.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain TI Kenya’s contacts database. Maintain and keep updated records of TI Kenya donors, partners, coalitions, fellow CSOs etc. Disseminate information to the relevant parties at the earliest time. Research and share information and feedback from stakeholders with TI Kenya.
- Manage administration workflow. Schedule and assign administration tasks, study and implement cost reduction methods in task execution and develop reporting procedures for administration work.
- Maintain clear one on one relationships with suppliers for all services rendered by TI Kenya, schedule renewals of contracts with suppliers.
- Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies and verifying receipt of supplies.
- Maintain accurate records of administration tasks (both past and present). Forecast scheduled appointments. This includes schedules for office cleaning, repairs, maintenance of the printers etc.
- Ensure that the office is clean, secure and safe at all times.
- Manage the TI Kenya reception area: Ensure that the reception is spotless, manage the PABX/switchboard effectively, respond to general enquiries and attend to walk in visitors, receive incoming calls and forward to relevant extensions/take messages for those absent.
- Receive and responds to all inquiries made at the reception by providing directions, instructions, promotional materials, or other general information or referring such inquiries to the appropriate persons
- Keep records of staff diaries: birthdays, absences, births etc in the staff diary.
- Ensure that all statutory deductions are remitted in time.
- Handle all incoming and outgoing mail functions; including recording of all incoming mails and cheque dispatches
- Ensure that the telephones, water and sanitation facilities are well maintained.
- Manage the travel schedule of TI Staff. This includes booking flights for staff and visitors invited to various meetings and forums. Manage the logistical challenges encountered by TI Kenya visitors travelling into Kenya.
- Make a Rota of staff meetings, take down minutes during staff meetings, circulate them and highlight action points to specific staff. Keep proper records of all staff meetings.
- Prepare administration quarterly reports: This include but are not limited to: office supplies usage, calls received and concerns noted, security reports and any other administration reports that may be required from time to time.
- Develop both self and administrative staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities.
- Resolve administrative problems and challenges by coordinating the administration docket effectively, preparation of reports and analyzing data and identifying solutions to recurrent problems.
- Ensure smooth operation of all TI Kenya equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Manage the official Transparency International email address
- Develop and implement an effective filing system for all administration tasks and procedures. (This includes sorting, batching, alphabetizing, coding, and/or placing in numerical order various documents for filing, storage, or processing).
- Schedule appointments, maintain conference room/Boardroom availability and reserve and assign motor vehicles and other equipment to staff.
- Prepare and process memos for administration services offered. Ensure that bills, invoices, receipts, statements, checks, and other financial requirements are in order.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field.
• At least two years progressive Administration experience in a busy office.
Competencies
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of general office machines and telephone system
• Valid driving License
• High degree of discretion in dealing with confidential information
• High degree of flexibility
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit one document as an attachment (combining the application letter and CV with at least three professional referees) by email on/before close of business on 15th April 2013 to: hr@tikenya.org
Please indicate Administration Officer as the subject of your email applications.
Do not attach your testimonials or certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Legal Clerks at Parliamentary Service Commission in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
As part of the ongoing restructuring of the Parliamentary Service in preparation for the 11th Parliament of Kenya, the Parliamentary Service Commission wishes to recruit staff to fill the vacancies listed below in PSC scales 4 to 14. Interested persons are hereby notified to apply for positions in respect of which they meet ALL minimum qualifications for appointment.
LEGAL SERVICES (National Assembly, Senate and Joint Services)
1. Ref. PSC/2013/11: LEGAL CLERK II – PSC 6 : 3 Vacancies (N. Assembly – 1; Senate – 1; Joint Services – 1)
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade. A Legal Clerk II will be responsible to the Senior Legal Clerk for:
- taking hearing dates in Litigation matters;
- facilitating service of Legal Documents;
- collecting, circulating and filing of published bills and subsidiary legislation;
- filing of court documents and any other legal documents;
- organizing the Legal Department Registry;
- drafting Legal Documents under the supervision of the Legal Counsel;
- preparation of Bills and other legislative instruments for publication;
- preparation of vellum copies for assent and publication;
- preparation of committee stage amendments to bills; and,
- providing any other Clerical services that may be required by Parliament, the Committees, the Speaker, the Parliamentary Service Commission or the Clerk.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
- Certificate in Law from a recognized institution;
- proficiency in the use of basic computer applications in preparation of legislative and legal instruments;
- Kenya National Examination Council certificates in Typing III, Office management III, Business English III, Commerce II and Secretarial duties II for the Clerks in the National Assembly and Senate; and,
- Possession of a current Process Server’s Certificate will be an added advantage.
2. Ref. PSC/2013/12: LEGAL CLERK I – PSC 7 : 2 Vacancies (N. Assembly – 1; Senate – 1)
Duties and Responsibilities
A Legal Clerk I will be responsible to the Senior Legal Clerk and responsible for:
- taking hearing dates in Litigation matters;
- facilitating service of Legal Documents;
- collecting, circulating and filing of published bills and subsidiary legislation;
- filing of court documents and any other legal documents;
- organizing the Legal Department Registry;
- drafting Legal Documents under the supervision of Legal Counsel;
- preparation of Bills and other legislative instruments for publication;
- preparation of vellum copies for assent and publication;
- preparation of committee stage amendments to bills; and,
- providing any other Clerical services that may be required by the Parliament, the Committees, the Speaker, the Parliamentary Service Commission or the Clerk
Requirements for Appointment
- served in the grade of Legal Clerk II or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
- Diploma in Law from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in the use of basic computer applications in preparation of legislative and legal instruments;
- Kenya National Examination Council certificates in Typing III, Office Management III, Business English III, Commerce II, Secretarial duties II for the Clerks in the National Assembly and Senate; and
- possession of a current Process Server’s Certificate will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Applications including curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and testimonials should be addressed to:
The Secretary,
Parliamentary Service Commission,
Main Parliament Buildings, Parliament Road,
P.O. Box 41842-00100, Nairobi.
Email applications with copies of certificates and testimonials attached should be sent to clerk@parliament.go.ke
Closing date: Friday 29th March 2013. Any application received after this date shall not be considered.
Plant Manager
Industry: Cabling
Scope of Supervision: Warehouse Supervisors, Maintenance Manager and Quality Control
Duties & Responsibilities
Regulate, maintain and ensure quality of products are manufactured through Quality Control Tests
Ensure the Plant is managed in the most cost effective manner
Material management and proper production planning
General maintenance of plant including breakdown and preventive
Oversee the Occupational Health and Safety and proper housekeeping is maintained
Motivate the entire factory based workforce and optimise productivity
Key Performance Indicators
Financial performance
Production efficiency
Labour costs and efficiency
Training of staff
Housekeeping
Level of scrap
Stock push
Qualifications
A Technical Bachelor degree in Production/mechanical Engineering
10 years’ experience in managing a profitable and viable plant
Experience in a similar industry will be highly considered.
Interested parties should email CV to cvs@careerdirections.co.ke with the subject “Plant Manager” by 24th March 2013.
UN Vacancy Jobs In Kenya
UNICEF Somalia
REF: UNSOM/2013/009
RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Title: Health Officer
Category and Grade Level: NOB
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment – 364 days
Organization Unit: Programme
Duty Station: UNICEF Somalia – (Mogadishu)
Date of Issue: 30 January 2013
Closing date of Application: 14 February 2013
If you are qualified Somali National looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the above post of Health Officer, with UNICEF Somalia to be based in Mogadishu.
If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.
The successful candidate will be offered a Temporary Appointment for 364 days.
Purpose of the Post
Under the supervision of the Health Specialist, the incumbent will be accountable for formulation, design, micro planning, implementing, monitoring, supervision and coordination of scaling-up cost-effective Health intervention packages Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) and other routine Expanded Programme of Immunization (EPI) activities including Supplementary Immunization Activities (SIAs) Child Health Days (CHDs, National Immunization Days (NIDs), Routine EPI of the Joint Health and Nutrition programme (JHNP) and GAVI-Health Systems Strengthening HSS. The incumbent will also integrate with other projects of the country programme of UNICEF (WASH, Nutrition, Education, and Child Protection).
Responsibilities
1. Planning and Supply Management:
Provide technical inputs to Ministry of Health and NGO implementing partners in the development of plans of action for JHNP/GAVI-HSS/MNCH/Child Immunisation/ EPI activities for CSZ of Somalia, including full participation in the macro-planning and micro-planning.
Participate in the development of the sectoral workplan; ensure compliance to specific assigned objectives. Provide guidance and support to staff to meet programme/project objectives. Assist in the development and/or introduction of new approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation. Assist in development of appropriate communication and information strategy to support and/or advocate programme development.
Draft, develop financial and supply Plan/forecasting and share with the Head of Section, follow up fund release, procurement and supplies issues with USSC. Input supply distribution plan to Partners’ PCAs and work with operations for timely release of MNCH supplies to partners
2. Training and capacity building:
Identify training needs for the purpose of capacity building; programme sustainability as well as promotion and advocacy. Undertake capacity building initiatives for Mother and Child Health Centre (MCH) staff, provide refresher training for MCH Staff, EPI vaccinators and partners PHC managers including recording and reporting and use of HMIS management tools, data collection, collation and reporting.
3. Coordination, Monitoring and Supervision:
Support MOH to conduct monthly zonal working group meetings and other coordination/Review meetings with stakeholders.
Maintain monthly supervisory visit to MCH and EPI fixed and outreach centers as well as to health partners
In close collaboration with MOH, undertake joint monitoring and supervision visits.
4. Resource and Funds Management:
Process and manage project funds; requisitions, allocation, liquidations and level of expenditures. Updates status of JHNP/GAVI-HSS funds and brief Head of Section; Follow 6-9 months DCT records with PA for clearance. No more than 10% DCTs over 6 months and 0% over 9 months.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
Consolidate partners’ activity reports and share with all in the Zonal Working Group.
Contribute towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information, and provide inputs in analysis Provide inputs for the mid-year, annual as well as donor reports as and when required. Similarly update VISION progress note on quarterly basis
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
University Degree in Health, Nutrition, Social Sciences or other suitable field.
Good knowledge of computer management and applications.
Two (2) years progressive professional experience of responsibility in programme planning, monitoring and evaluation in Health.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
Fluency in English and Somali.
i) Core Values (Required)
Commitment• Diversity and Inclusion • Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
• Communication
• Working with People
• Drive for Results
iii) Functional Competencies (Required)
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Analyzing
• Applying Technical Expertise
• Learning and Researching
• Planning and Organizing
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11), updated CV, copies of academic certificates to email address below.
UN staff are requested to provide at least two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Please quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of your application.
Applications submitted without a duly completed and signed Personal History Form (P11) will not be considered.
somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITY ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
UNICEF IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
Latest Job Vacancies in Kenya 2013.
Vacancy Notice: IOMKE/VN/03/2013
Position title: Canadian Orientation Abroad Facilitator
Position grade: G6 / step 1
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration of Assignment: 6 months, with possibility of extension
Seniority band: Band 3
Job family: Migration
Organizational unit: Labour Migration and Human Development
Position rated: Yes
Subject to rotation: No
Reporting directly to: Canadian Orientation Abroad Global Project Manager (currently based in IOM Nairobi)
Overall supervision by: Senior Migrant Training Officer
Managerial responsibility: No
Directly reporting staff: None
II. Organizational Context and Scop
Under the administrative supervision of the IOM Nairobi office and the day-to-day directives of the Nairobi-based Canadian Orientation Abroad Global Project Manager, the Canadian Orientation Abroad facilitator will be responsible for the following functions:
III. Responsibilities and Accountanbilities
Conduct Pre-departure orientation (Cultural Orientation) for Canada-bound refugees and humanitarian entrants both within Nairobi as well as throughout the region.
Write reports (field, quarter and annual), gathering statistics and maintaining records.
Consolidate Canadian Orientation Abroad Monthly summary of courses for classes trained in East and Central Africa to the Canadian Orientation Abroad Project Manager.
Submit Canadian Orientation Abroad Monthly summary of courses to Admin/Finance and Public Information Departments.
Coordinate Cultural Orientation missions with implementing partners.
Write lesson plans in accordance with Cultural Orientation Africa and Canadian Orientation Abroad curriculum objectives.
Participate in and contribute to teacher trainings and staff development seminars.
Develop teaching materials, visual-aids, and bulletin boards which support the objectives of the Cultural Orientation and Canadian Orientation Abroad curriculum.
Identify and register all refugees eligible for Canadian Orientation Abroad.
Coordinate scheduling of medical appointments and Cultural Orientation appointments with the IOM Medical and Operation Departments.
Write and submit reports following TDY missions out of Nairobi.
Maintain Canadian Orientation Abroad files.
Maintain inventories of all instructional supplies and order materials in direct consultation with the Canadian Orientation Abroad project manager on a quarterly basis.
Engaging in self-directed study for professional development, including reading resettlement updates, language-tutorials, attending Cultural Orientation related workshops or seminars.
Any other duties to be assigned.
IV. Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies
Behavioural
Accountability
Accepts and gives constructive criticism
Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies
Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs
Monitors own work to correct errors
Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings
Client Orientation
Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients
Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries
Keeps clients informed of developments and setbacks
Continuous Learning
Contributes to colleagues’ learning
Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills
Demonstrates interest in acquiring skills relevant to other functional areas
Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area
Communication
Actively shares relevant information
Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures
Writes clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended audience
Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
Creativity and Initiative
Actively seeks new ways of improving project or services
Expands responsibilities while maintaining existing ones
Persuades others to consider new ideas
Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
Leadership and Negotiation
Convinces others to share resources
Actively identifies opportunities for and promotes organizational change
Presents goals as shared interests
Articulates vision to motivate colleagues and follows through with commitments
Performance Management
Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
Identifies ways for their staff to develop their abilities and careers
Provides fair, accurate, timely, and constructive staff evaluations
Planning and Organizing
Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others
Identifies priority activities and assignments for self
Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers
Identifies risks and makes contingency plans
Adjusts priorities and plans to achieve goals
Allocates appropriate times and resources for own work and that of team members
Professionalism
Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities
Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation
Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress
Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity
Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts
Knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration solutions
Teamwork
Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment
Contributes to, and follows team objectives
Gives credit where credit is due
Seeks input and feedback from others
Delegates tasks and responsibilities as appropriate
Actively supports and implements final group decisions
Takes joint responsibility for team’s work
Technological Awareness
Learns about developments in available technology
Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions
Understands applicability and limitation of technology and seeks to apply it to appropriate work
Resource Mobilization
Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs
Technical
Effectively applies knowledge of training/migration issues within organizational context
Correctly frames migration issues within their regional, global, and political context
V. Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences and/or related field with working experience in education/training.
Minimum of 6 years of teaching experience
Experience working in cross-cultural settings
US/Australia/Canada living, studying or work experience an advantage
Extensive experience working with various groups of migrants (especially refugees).
An understanding of the Government of Canada’s policies and programmes in relation to refugees and/or refugee resettlement.
A full appreciation and understanding of post-arrival integration issues and challenges and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of clients and stakeholders.
Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Packages (Office, excel, Power point, outlook) internet and E-mail
Ability to maintain statistics and write lesson plans
VI. Languages
Required
English and Kiswahili
Advantageous
French, Somali, Oromo, Amharic
Mode of Application:
Submit cover letter and CV including daytime telephone and e-mail address to:-
International Organization for Migration (IOM),
Resources Department,
P.O. Box 55040-00200
Nairobi, Kenya
or send via e-mail to hrnairobi@iom.int
Closing Date: 25th January, 2013
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Finlays Career Jobs in Kenya 2012
Tractor / Implement Mechanic
The Organization
Finlays is a vertically integrated and geographically diversified agri-business that takes a leadership role in sustainability. The group has established itself as a reliable, responsible, innovative and sustainable producer with a deep knowledge and passion for its products. Sustainability is pivotal to the group’s success and it lies at the heart of what Finlays does and stands for.
Finlays is Kenya’s largest agricultural export group employing over 21,000 people and annually exporting over 300 million stems of flowers, 7 million kilos of vegetables, 26 million kilos of black tea and 3 million kilos of tea extract.
The organization is geographically located in Nairobi, Naivasha, Kericho, Mt. Kenya and Mombasa and works with 1,200 vegetable out growers and 10,000 tea out growers.
The Job
We intend to recruit a Tractor/Implements Mechanic to join our Workshop in Ibis farm – Mt. Kenya Region (Near Nanyuki, -Laikipia).
Key Responsibilities
Testing the equipments and making necessary adjustments
Overhauling engine, transmission and hydraulic systems
Conduct routine operational and preventive maintenance checks
To rectify all mechanical faults as per job card and service check sheet
Diagnose implements faults
Carry out pre-Fitness checks
Ensure hazardous waste is disposed of appropriately
Desired Competences/Qualifications
Trade test Grade 1
Good communication skills
Three years experience in a busy workshop handling plant machinery
Able to work with minimum supervision.
If you fulfill the above requirements, send your application together with copies of relevant certificates, recommendation letters from previous employers and referees and daytime telephone contact to reach the undersigned on or before 15th December 2012.
Human Resources Manager
Finlays Horticulture (K) Limited
Private Bag
Nanyuki-10400
Applications can also be emailed to Personnel.Sirimon@finlays.net
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Finlays Horticulture (K) Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HIV/AIDS Consultant at United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR)
Location: Nairobi
Description:
HIV/AIDS Consultant at Office of the UNHCR, Regional Support Hub In Kenya in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
ENV/RSH/12/001
HIV/AIDS CONSULTANT
Date of Entry of Duty: As soon as possible
Duration: Maximum 11 months
Closing Date: 18 May 2012
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Regional HIV/AIDS Officer and working closely with Public Health Experts at the Regional Support Hub, Nairobi the incumbent will perform the following duties:
- Assist UNHCR country offices and implementing partners to design and implement comprehensive HIV/ADS programmes that respond to the needs of their beneficiaries
- Support UNHCR country offices and implementing partners to monitor and report on PEPFAR, IGAD, GLIA, OFID and other performance based HIV/AIDS programmes in the region.
- Ensure a sound output and process monitoring system is put in place. In consultation with partners, adapt a PEPFAR, GLIA and IGAD M&E tools to the refugee context and ensure that IPs periodically submit timely reports. Compile and submit a summary report as per the donor requirements.
- Build the capacity of UNHCR health, HIV as well as community services unit and IPs to design, implement and monitor evidence based interventions that respond to the needs of beneficiaries.
- Support UNHCR and implementing partners to conduct Sentinel, behavioural surveillance systems that link behavoral and biological data;
- Undertake periodic missions to countries in the region
- Any other responsibility that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification and experience
- A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a health or social science discipline and five years’ relevant work experience.
- Experience in facilitating a participatory planning process for an activity involving multiple implementing partners and stakeholders is an added advantage.
- Experience in establishing HIV M&E systems for National AIDS Commissions and or International Non Governmental Organizations and or working in US Government funded HIV project will be a strong advantage.
- Good report writing skills.
- A high level of computer proficiency particularly in the use of Word, internet and e-mail. Knowledge of Power point, Excel, Access and Epidemiological statistical packages (epi-info), is an added advantage.
- Past working experience among conflict affected populations (refugees and internally displaced persons) in the HIV/AIDS sector, is desirable.
Working Relationship
He/She will receive periodic technical guidance from DOS HQ-HIV/AIDS unit.
Application procedures:
Interested candidates are requested to submit a letter outlining why they are qualified for the position, and attach their curriculum vitae and a UN personal History Form (P.11) including the numbers of atleast two referees who have supervised the applicant’s professional work. They should also attach or mail examples of operational research and M&E reports they have participated in preparing or prepared, indicating their specific contribution to the product.
Applications may be submitted by fax to 020 4222080 or e-mail kennarsh@unhcr.org or to:
The Snr. Admin/Finance Officer,
P. O. Box 43801-00100
Nairobi-Kenya.
Please quote Reference: ENV/RSH/12/001
IMPORTANT: Short listed candidates will be invited for a written and oral interview. Late applications will not be considered.
QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDDIATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Nairobi, 03 May 2012
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Grants Coordinator at WWF-KCO in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
WWF- The global conservation organization, Kenya Country Office (KCO), is seeking to recruit:
GRANTS COORDINATOR
To be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Grants Coordinator will manage all grants at Kenya Country Office and the Regional Office. He/she is also required to support the Country Director to improve donor relations, identify funding opportunities and compile the donor database, reformat and submit project proposals, and ensure timely financial and technical reporting to donors and WWF Network. He/she will also liaise with the regional Office to ensure effective coordination of funding submissions and donor communication with other WWF project Offices.
Major duties will include but not limited to:
- timely reporting and communication on donor contracts and internal monthly reporting of all WWF KCO programmes and projects ;
- building an institutional real-time knowledge of donors and various funding opportunities relevant to the needs of the country office ;
- developing funding strategies for the various thematic and strategic areas requiring funding within the country office ;
- advise and when necessary support project managers on donor guidelines, policies and procedures and contractual obligations, particularly on reporting, procurement, matching funds, spending rate and visibility requirements to ensure compliance ;
- prepare local grant guidelines for the activities with partners and follow request for proposal program announcement requirements ;
- provide needed training to local partners, to ensure that their activities are in accordance with regulations and requirements.
- Review all subcontracts and agreement;
- assist Country Director and Conservation Manager in building donor relations and in attending meetings with donors as appropriate and required, and maintaining timely communication with donors in conjunction with Project Managers and appropriate Country Managers ;
The incumbent must possess:
- at least a Master’s degree in project management or equivalent;
- minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in project management ideally with experience working with government and donors;
- previous work experience with international organizations involved in environmental and/or community issues ;
- proven ability in preparation and submission of proposals, and in implementation of conservation programmes ;
- excellent written and oral communications skills, fluency in English and Kiswahili languages;
- good computer knowledge;
- strong planning and organizational skills;
- proven interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels within WWF and with donors and, as required, with other external stakeholders ;
- ability to work within a multicultural environment ;
- dynamic, responsive disposition ;
- open, adaptable, team spirit ;
- ability to work under pressure;
- adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Optimistic, Engaging, Determined and Knowledgeable.
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email a cover letter and CV with the Grants Coordinator Application on the subject line to the Human Resource Manager, WWF-KCO – HResource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 18 May 2012.
Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.
Accountant Jobs Kenya. We are recruiting an accountant for a reputable medium sized audit firm in Kenya. The successful accounting candidate must be working or have worked in an audit firm and will be responsible for conducting supervising the accounting team.
Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):
The incumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:
Excellent analytical and accounting skills
Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
Advanced report-writing and presentation skills
Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the accounting department in an audit firm.
Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
Expected pay is a gross of 40-50K based on experience.
Qualifications:
Should be a CPA / ACCA Finalist
A degree is an advantage
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years’ working experience preferably in an audit firm set up
Ability to supervise and manage a team
Ability to handle mid to large clients.
Please quote your current salary.
If qualified send CV only to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke on or before 15th May 2012, indicating the title (Accountant Job) on the subject line.
Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands (Behind Unga House) Nairobi.
Visit our website www.corporatestaffing.co.ke
N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database.
Procurement and Logistics Assistant at International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Location: Daadab
Description:
Procurement and Logistics Assistant at International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Dadaab – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Vacancy No.: IOMKE/037/12
PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS ASSISTANT
Classification: Equivalent to G5/1 (based on the UN Salary Scale for the General Service Staff in Kenya)
Type of Appointment: 6 months special all inclusive contract, renewable
General Functions:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office Dadaab and under the technical supervision of the Procurement and Logistics Officer in Nairobi, the incumbent will perform routine administrative functions in the area of procurement, logistics and common services for IOM Dadaab.
Essential Functions
- Receive all procurement and supply requisitions in relation to the shelter project and make sure all are endorsed prior to procuring.
- Solicit for offers and quotations, and prepare Bids analysis accordingly.
- Share and advice the project manager and supervisors on offers collected and best goods/services to be procured.
- Ensure all purchases are performed according to IOM procurement rules.
- Prepare Purchase orders/ contracts and ensure all approvals are obtained, deliver the Purchase orders to the suppliers and obtain their signatures on the same.
- Follow up with suppliers and ensure timely and proper delivery of the Goods/ Services.
- Coordinate with the receiving unit on Goods/Services to be received and obtain the satisfactory delivery notes and invoices from the receiving unit. Follow- up and ensure timely delivery of requested supplies and materials and keep the concerned project staff informed on the status of the delivery.
- Conduct first review of vendor invoices to ensure compliance with order and goods received.
- Prepare Payment requests and ensure timely payment to suppliers/ service providers.
- Prepare contracts for Purchase of goods/ services including rent of property, and make sure timely payment is processed.
- Maintain proper and updated data base of contracts.
- Conduct and follow up the office needs of stock, expendables, services and share the same with the Procurement & Logistics Assistant I Dadaab.
- Provide full logistical support for delivery and construction activities related to IOM’s shelter project including transport to and from Nairobi.
- Ensure appropriate records regarding assets disposal; ensure assets are located accordingly and used in IOM’s best interest.
- Maintain proper filing system for all procurement documents.
- Perform any other duties as may be required from time to time.
Desirable Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Supplies, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited academic institution.
- At least five years professional experience in the field of procurement and logistics.
- Working knowledge in international procurement a must.
Desirable IOM Competencies:-
- Behavioural – Accountability, Client Orientation, Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity and Initiative, Leadership and Negotiation, Performance Management, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Teamwork, Technological Awareness and Resource Mobilization.
- Technical – Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations, effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners, works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
- Previous experience with UN and International Agencies, or NGO’s an advantage
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Swahili. Knowledge of Somali is an advantage
Mode of Application:
Submit Cover Letter and CV including daytime telephone and email address to:
International Organization for Migration (IOM),
Human Resources Department,
PO Box 55040-00200 Nairobi
or send by email to hrnairobi@iom.int
or hand deliver them to the IOM Sub Office, Dadaab.
Closing Date: 10 May 2012
Location: Thika
Description:
Assistant System Administrator at Kenya Canners Sacco Society Limited in Thika – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Kenya Canners Sacco Society Limited Based in Thika Wishes to fill the following vacant positions:-
ASSISTANT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
Qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor degree in computer science or equivalent from a recognised institution.
- Minimum of 4 years experience.
- Age 25-35 years
- Good knowledge in local area networks, security of data, wireless connectivity, business hardware and software systems.
- Has training capability of trouble shooting and support.
- Should posses a high level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility and must be highly confidential.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Should be an excellent team player.
- Experience in ATM operations is an added advantage.
Candidates with experience in Sacco operations will have an added but not automatic advantage.
Kenya Canners Sacco is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age or nationality.
NB: Interested candidates with the above qualifications should send their application to the undersigned quoting their present salary and the expected salary, a detailed C.V, day- time contact and 2 referees so as to reach him on or before 15th May 2012.
The Chairman,
Kenya Canners SACCO Society Limited,
P.O BOX 1124
TEL: – 21162, THIKA.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification and only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Career opportunity for applicants with the ability to demonstrate an understanding of customers’ business requirements and deal with complex projects, putting together holistic solutions.Our client, a major player in the Telecommunications Industry is looking to fill the position of Business Development Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building a market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships based on VSAT Solutions.
Duties and responsibilities
•Identifying, qualifying and capturing new business opportunities supporting the Company.
•Planning and achieving target sales volume and growth.
•Tracking, analyzing and communicating key sales administration performance metrics.
•Supporting the company’s sales team including managing sales schedules, creating sales documents and proposals, and prioritizing customer sales requests.
•Liaising with the Client services Manager to develop and implement customer satisfaction and retention strategies.
•Optimize the sales team talent and potential to achieve desired business objectives and results.
•Prepare and submit appropriates sales reports on a timely basis.
•Develop and expand new customer base within the specific additional target volume.
The successful candidate must:
•Be a Kenyan citizen aged between 25-30
•Have a B.Sc. Computer sciences, Engineering, IT, Marketing, technical Sales or equivalent qualifications.
•Have 2-3 years successful work experience in area of ICT products and services.
•Be extremely detail oriented.
•Have the ability to maintain a high level of self motivation and to work with minimum supervision
•Have the ability to build strong customer relationships based on trust and service delivery
•Have the ability to complete work assignments and achieve results in a busy work environment
•Have the ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral, in clear, concise and timely fashion.
•Have the ability to demonstrate an understanding of customers’ business requirements and deal with complex projects, putting together holistic solutions.
•Be an excellent communicator with good time management skills
•Have a strategic mindset with corporate focus
Ladies are encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates should send their application indicating current/last salary and expected salary with a copy of their CV to info@echelonhc.com before 28th April 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Location: Nairobi
Industry: Hospitality
Our client, a leading supplier for world class hospitality products including cutlery, branded toiletries and fine bedding is looking for a Sales Manager.
The ideal candidate should have outstanding Sales experience preferably in a hospitality related industry as well as team management experience.
Candidates with strong sales experience and no hospitality background will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify new business while continuing to develop greater levels of business with existing clients through consistent client relationship management and customer service.
- Motivating/ managing and guiding the sales team to achieve sales and margin targets
- Help strengthen excellent reputation for service and quality within the targeted market sector.
- Effective marketing and brand positioning of the company.
- Supporting the sales teams by developing required proposals and presenting the same to prospective clients.
- Monitor sales and prepare sales reports for presentation and evaluation of the same with the directors.
- Setting annual targets, conducting team performance appraisal/ competency assessment and development planning
- Supporting management in the development of long range and annual business plans
- Degree/diploma in Sales and Marketing or business related qualification from a reputable institution.
- Outstanding sales ability.
- Over 5 year’s experience in Sales with 2 years experience managing a sales team.
- Self driven personality with demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Outstanding presentation skills.
Kindly indicate the position applied for a minimum salary expectation on the subject line.
Only serious candidates who meet above profile need apply.
Accounts Assistant NGO Job Kenya
ACORD Kenya, an international NGO has a vacancy in Finance for job seekers with a degree in Financial Management/Business Administration, professional qualification and at least 1 year general accounting experience preferably within the Non-Governmental Organization’s (NGO) sector;
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Senior Accountant, the Accounts Assistant will support the Finance data processing by the preparation of documents of original entry, initial date entry and management of the document filling process.
Specific Responsibilities
•Prepare invoices for payment, obtaining approvals and budget codes from relevant budget holders;
•Maintain filing systems for accounting documents and vouchers;
•Process and account for travel advances and related expense claims;
•Assist in processing field financial reports and produce relevant reconciliations;
•Perform bank reconciliations for head office accounts and analyze and also prepare monthly review of bank reconciliations of field accounts;
•Prepare and process journal, and enter into the sun system;
•Ensure proper files, both hard and soft copies, are maintained to support all transactions processed;
•Undertake any other tasks which may be assigned by the Head of Finance;
•Assist in filing and verification of completeness of the documentation on the donors Files, preparation of checklists and verifications for the Kenya programme, and centrally managed projects of CIDA, MDG3 and the FLOW;
•Assist in preparation of the year-end audit schedules for the field accounts;
•Assist in archiving financial files;
•Reconciliation of the office accounts;;
Qualifications and Experience
•Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management/Business Administration;
•Professional qualification: Certified Public Accountants (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent; Part qualification will also be considered;
•At least 1 year general accounting experience preferably within the Non-Governmental Organization’s (NGO) sector;
•Computer literacy: Knowledge of Excel spreadsheet is essential. Being Conversant with the SUN SYSTEM accounting system or other relevant accounting systems will be an added advantage;
•Fluency in English (spoken and written) and working Knowledge of French is desirable, although not essential.
Remuneration: A competitive national package
Apply to:
Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86
To apply, please complete an application form http://www.acordinternational.org/silo/files/application-form.doc and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
A detailed Job Description is also available on the website http://www.acordinternational.org/silo/files/accounts-assistant.pdf.
Closing Date: 7th May 2012
Location: Kisumu
Description:
Assistant Research Officer (Study Coordinator) at KEMRI/CDC PROGRAM in Kisumu – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Vacancy No.K30/3/12
ASSISTANT RESEARCH OFFICER (STUDY COORDINATOR)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT KEMRI/CDC PROGRAM
Date:13/03/2012
Program description: This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It involves conducting research and programmatic support for activities related to malaria, HIV and other diseases. Due to its continued growth, the program has a vacancy in the HDSS Branch in a new sub-study entitled Menstrual Solutions Study.
Assistant Research Officer (Study Coordinator) (1 POSITION) (MR 9 or 11) Grading depends on qualifications
Location: Kisumu
Reporting to: Branch Chief, HDSS Research Branch.
Starting: April 2012
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Bio-Science, Nursing, Clinical Management, Health Management, or equivalent discipline, a relevant Masters degree will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in project management, or closely related field, with financial responsibilities.
- Strong writing and excellent communication skills in English and Kiswahili; Luo is an added advantage
- Proven leadership, management, interpersonal, decision making and analytical skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in computer usage especially Microsoft packages.
Desired Qualities
- Experience with field work, knowledge about research methods, and must have clinical or public health expertise.
- Ability tounderstand reproductive health needs—preferably including menstrual issues.
Job Summary:
The Program Manager will be based at Kisian Field Station, and will be responsible for coordinating program activities for the MSS Research Program, including accounting, procurement, and personnel issues, with daily travel to the program areas.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide day to day management of the MS Study.
- Provide regular reports to Branch Chief HDSS, on project activities and targets.
- Facilitate the work of different researchers and collaborators related to this study such as liaising with chiefs/other community members, head teachers and schools, field staff, PI, WASH and qualitative teams.
- Attend barazas, community, school meetings on the study; provide information and advice as needed to teachers, parents, and participants.
- Attend and support training of nurses, schoolgirls, WASH and qualitative teams.
- Ensure information on the study and materials for training are disseminated as required.
- Supervise support services including transport, supplies and logistics, general and personnel administration.
- Liaise with MedSup, nurses, laboratory to ensure high quality monitoring of adverse events is fully addressed.
- Ensure link with field, laboratory, and Kisian, to check accuracy of coding / records from census/schools, and lab data.
- Conduct quality assurance spot checks on WASH teams in schools, on nurses screening of girls and on mooncup swaps.
- Draft research papers for publication with other members.
- Ensure frequent updates on reports and delivery of high quality programmatic output such as new finding and proposals.
- Conduct any other tasks commensurate with this role, as requested by the PI, Director KEMRI/CDC, and Chief HDSS.
Terms of Contract:
Contract for 16 months, probation period for the first 3 months. Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts.
Applications MUST include the following:
- Letter of Application (INDICATE VACANCY NUMBER K30/3/12 )
- Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
- Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
- Copies of Certificates and Transcripts
- Contact telephone number
Note: Applications MUST include copies of certificates & Transcripts. Applications without these will be disregarded
Applications are due no later than:22/03/2012 to: Human Resource Manager, KEMRI/CDC Program, P.O. Box 1578, Kisumu. or email to recruitment@kemricdc.org or log into our web www.jobs.cdckemri.org
KEMRI/CDC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY TO 0701112145.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Company based in Loresho is seeking a Software Developer who must have DELPHI Programming language experience.
The key role task being as follows;
* Customization, upgrades and maintenance of the LIMS as well as other software in use by the company , in line with that approves user requirement and business needs.
* Perform routine database maintenance and other business continuity procedures
* Perform routine and end user support and training
* Perform any other ICT related task as may be directed by the management from time to time.
The successful candidates should have the following attributes:
* Holder of the upper 2nd class honors in computer science or closely related field from a recognized university, with course content of relevant to the related field
* Experience of full software product development life cycle
* Extensive hands on experience of DEPHI Programming Language
* Knowledge of database, especially Microsoft SQL Server Database design implementation and maintenance knowledge of Oracle database will be an added advantage.
* Ability to work with minimum supervision
* Strong team player and ready to learn
Ksh 80,000-100,000/-
Please apply stating your current salary
Job Applications:
Please send up to date CV, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to: sue@ummitrecruitment-kenya.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please indicate on email which position you are interested in.
Deadline: 27th of April 2012
Project Administrator at St. John’s Community Centre
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Project Administrator at St. John’s Community Centre (SJCC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
St. John’s Community Centre (SJCC) a project of ACK – Diocese of Nairobi is implementing a 4 year Project whose goal is to improve student’s HIV/AIDS knowledge, attitudes and practices through peer to peer, school and community- based interventions in the Informal settlements of Nairobi County.
The Centre seeks to recruit the following qualified and experienced Officers who are also committed Christians aged between 25 -35 years.
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR:
- University Degree in Office Administration, Business administration or equivalent
- Experience of working in a busy USAID funded development project in a similar position
- Experience in setting up and maintaining a filing system, archiving program documents, managing events or training workshops, procurement and staff supervision.
- Certificate in community development or in HIV and AIDS management.
- Excellent oral and written English, customer care qualities and organizational and presentation skills
- Literacy in relevant Computer packages.
Send your application with a CV, copies of certificates, names and reliable telephone numbers of three professional referees, via email to: sjcc.pumwani@gmail.com or mail to:
The Chairman HR Committee,
P.O. Box 16254-00610
Nairobi, Kenya
to be received not later than 30th April 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Administrative and Marketing positions at INtel College
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Administrative and Marketing positions at INtel College in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Are you a dynamic self driven individual who enjoys working with people? INtel College, University of Sunderland Regional Centre, is looking for such people to join our team.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND MARKETING POSITIONS
The ideal candidate should have:
- Higher Diploma/Diploma in Marketing/Secretarial Studies/Front Office Management or related field of study
- Excellent customer service skills with an outgoing personality
- At least 2 years of working experience in the related field
- Candidates with experience in the education field will have an added advantage
Desired competencies
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- High level of computer literacy
- Should have a capacity to work with minimum supervision, meet strict deadlines and cope with work pressure
Application Procedure
If you meet the requirements and are interested in applying for any of the above positions, please send your CV with a covering letter indicating the position you are applying for to info@inteluni.ac.ke to reach not later than 24th April 2012
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
Pharmacist at International Centre for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs (ICAP)
Location: Kisumu
URL: http://www.columbia-icap.org
Description:
Pharmacist at ICAP of Columbia University in Kisum – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and the Ministry of Medical Services to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services at provincial and district health facilities. This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Applications are invited for the following positions:
PHARMACIST
Location: Kisumu with travel to ICAP sites in Nyanza
Overall Job Function:
Reporting to the Regional Director, Nyanza, the Pharmacist will provide technical support to strengthen best pharmacy practices and drug logistics management and information systems at facility level, central sites and regional level in ICAP supported facilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement procedures and guidelines on forecasting, storage and stock management, procurement and distribution of drugs at central level in line with national policies
- Oversee pharmaceutical supply management, including needs estimation, drugs quantification, procurement and distribution systems management
- Support facilities to develop site specific SOPs for dispensing of antiretroviral drugs and drugs for management of opportunistic infections
- Strengthen logistics management information systems for pharmaceutical commodities
- Organize and facilitate trainings for providers on ARV commodity management
- Work closely with the health management teams to support adequate and reliable supply of ARVs, OI drugs and commodities at sites
- Collaborate with the provincial and district pharmacists through combined supportive supervision and mentorship to ARV dispensers and in the monitoring of drug and logistics information systems at facility level
Qualifications:
- Pharmacy degree
- 3-5 experience in working with HIV/AIDS program
- Knowledge and experience in the design, implementation and management of the supply of the chain system
- Computer skill including ability to use word and excel
All applications including a current CV (attachments bearing both your names and the job title), telephone number and referees should be sent to the
HR and Administration Manager, ICAP
icap.vacancies@gmail.com
on or before 26th April 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Terre des hommes Foundation Office Administrator Job in Garissa, Kenya
To support the development of its Projects in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:
Office Administrator
REF: Tdh/ADM/2012/14
Reporting to: Finance Admin Manager
Duty station: Garissa and Garissa County
Contract duration: 8 months renewable (with 3-month probation period)
Main responsibilities:
- Ensure the daily updating of the accountancy, according to the project activities;
- Verification of records, according to Tdh and donors’ procedures;
- Collaboration with the FAM in the preparation of documents for financial audits;
- Maintaining the cashbox of the projects, under the supervision of the FAM
- Filling properly the monthly reconciliation form for each cash and bank.
- Sending to the FAM the monthly updated accountancy and the statement of Bank Accounts
- Supporting the Project Manager in the contractual placement of the human resources and keep the records of the field based staff updated, under direction of the FAM
- Keeping the count of paid leave/holiday and R&R for the local staff
- Making sure that all the receipts/invoice are correctly filled and they are eligible for Tdh
- Translating contracts into Somali if requested
- Prepare the payroll and making payment of salaries to employees
- Keeping him/herself updated about the local Labour Law Act and local taxes and contributions
- Prepare the statutory deduction by the proper deadline
- Support the Logistics Manager in filling the yearly office assets inventory
- Payments to suppliers under FAM request
- Payment of vehicles insurance, licence renewal and maintenance (under Logistics Department’s suggestion)
- Check the correct filling of the vehicles’ Log Book
- Preparing the documentation for VAT and import and excise duty exemption
- Following up the VAT and duty exemption procedures Supervising the office accountant
- Archive all the relevant administrative and accountancy documentation
- Minimum diploma-level education in related field (Accountancy, Finance, etc.)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience with NGO
- Team management experience
- Project reporting and evaluation experience.
- Fluency in English and Somali. Ability to communicate in local dialect is an asset.
- Willingness to move around Garissa County
The key role task being as follows;
- Customization, upgrades and maintenance of the LIMS as well as other software in use by the company , in line with that approves user requirement and business needs.
- Perform routine database maintenance and other business continuity procedures.
- Perform routine and end user support and training
- Perform any other ICT related task as may be directed by the management from time to time.
- Holder of the upper 2nd class honors in computer science or closely related field from a recognized university, with course content of relevant to the related field
- Experience of full software product development life cycle
- Extensive hands on experience of DEPHI Programming Language
- Knowledge of database, especially Microsoft SQL Server Database design implementation and maintenance knowledge of Oracle database will be an added advantage.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Strong team player and ready to learn
Please apply stating your current salary
Applications: Please send up to date CV, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to: sue@ummitrecruitment-kenya.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please indicate on email which position you are interested in.
Deadline: 20th of April 2012
Location: Kakuma
Description:
Youth Protection and Development Officer at Lutheran World Federation in Kakuma – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service, Kakuma Refugee Assistance Project and Host Community Project hereby invites applications from suitably qualified citizens for the following vacant positions.
YOUTH PROTECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Reporting directly to the Senior Community Services and Development Officer while working closely on a daily basis with other sectors of LWF and partners.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Building the capacity of both the refugee and immediate host community by the facilitation of workshops and trainings.
- In consultation with the relevant stakeholders, facilitate the development of the unit’s strategic plan and develop the project proposal based on the community’s identified needs and aspirations.
- Responsible for making accurate, timely and detailed narrative reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual reports).
- Responsible for the promotion of livelihood development opportunities for the youth
- Responsible for ensuring that the community based youth structures are established and maintained for sustainability.
- Liaises closely with other LWF sectors, implementing partners and related projects to promote coordination and optimize use of project resources to maximize impact.
- As a team leader, responsible for the general team supervision and staff guidance and development.
- Responsible for carrying out advocacy through youth activities in health-related issues, the environment, peace and human rights through the rights-based approach.
- Responsible for the daily monitoring of the unit’s activities and periodical evaluation. This shall include monitoring of the unit’s activities, budget and procurement process.
- Responsible for the development of measurable and achievable project monitoring and evaluation tools. This includes the development and maintenance of an efficient database and specific monitoring and evaluation templates.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Degree in social sciences from a recognized university or its equivalent.
- 5 years continuous work experience in Youth protection and development in a humanitarian setting.
- Should possess strong analytical skills on youth protection.
- Experience in generating accurate, timely and detailed statutory reports.
- High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suit applications and organizational and presentation skills.
- Must be an excellent team player
- Working knowledge and experience of humanitarian principles, laws and standards.
- Experience in Training of Trainers/Facilitators skills (TOT & TOF).
LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies.
Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/former employment.
They should reach the undersigned by close of business on 14th April, 2012
C/o HR Officer,
P.O. Box 48
Kakuma,
Or e-mailed to: hr-kak@lwfkenya.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
For more details, visit our website www.lwf-kenya.org
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://careers.nationmedia.com
Description:
Daily Nation Reporter at Nation Media Group in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Nation Media Group, the largest independent media house ¡n East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media. It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. We are seeking for qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions.
DAILY NATION REPORTER
(Job Ref: HR-DNR-04-12)
Nation Media Group Ltd. wishes to recruit result-oriented, dynamic and self-driven reporters to join the Newspaper Division.
Key result areas will include:
- Strong news gathering and writing skills and demonstrable knowledge of topical socio-economic and political issues;
- Mastery of language and demonstrable organisational skills, forward planning and team work.
Qualifications
- First degree in journalism, or a degree in any other field, plus a diploma in journalism
- 3 to 4 years working experience either as a sub editor or a reporter;
- Ability to work with minimum supervision and cope with tight deadlines.
If you meet the above criteria, please send your application and a detailed CV online to
http://careers.nationmedia.com before 1 April, 2012.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Financial Adivsors at Pioneer Assurance
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Financial Adivsors at Pioneer Assurance in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
FINANCIAL ADIVSORS
The Company is seeking to fill the following position of Financial Adivsors with individuals who are proactive and self-driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission to delight our customers with outstanding financial services.
The main role of the position of a Financial Adivsor is to sell insurance products and investment funds to prospective and existing clients and service the accounts thus created.
Specifically, the Financial Advisor is expected to do, inter alia, the following on a highly rewarding commission-paying remuneration structure:
- Sell insurance and investment schemes to prospective and existing individual and corporate clients;
- Relationship management for existing clients;
- Meet and exceed exciting and aggressive work targets;
- Work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment within an entrepreneurial culture that offers minimum supervision.
Successful candidates will need to possess the following skills and experience:
- An appropriate qualification/training in sales and marketing;
- Work experience in the financial services sector e.g. bank, insurance companies, fund manager, stock brokers etc would be an advantage;
- Proven experience and success in selling financial services products: experience of selling unit trust investment or insurance products would also be an added advantage;
- Computer literate (evidence will be an added advantage)
- A good working knowledge of financial markets and financial products;
- A high sales drive and a strong will to succeed;
- Mature, confident, articulate and with strong communication skills;
- Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets;
- Well groomed, presentable and strong interpersonal skills;
- C- and above in KCSE
- Mature, 28 years old and above preferred
If this position is of interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to pesuna@pioneerassurance.co.ke
Hard copies will not be accepted.
Applications should be received not later than 18th April 2012
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Location: Thika
Description:
Internship in Disaster Management at International Centre of Technology (ICT Thika) – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
International Centre of Technology (ICT Thika) is an International institution of higher learning and is seeking to recruit people in the following areas:
INTERNSHIP IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
We are seeking a well qualified, innovative individual who will be responsible for Certificate and Diploma courses in the School of Disaster Management
Qualifications Required:
- Diploma in in Disaster Management
- Experience in First Aid also desirable
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teaching Business related courses under the supervision of the Head of Department
- Undertaking other relevant Academic Duties as assigned by the Principal and the Head of Disaster Management
Send your cv by email to: hr@ictcollege.org
Note: A Person having relevant teaching experience will have an added advantage
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