Saturday 23 January 2010

Norway Technical Assistance to Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP): Invitation for Application for Project Coordinator Post

Eastern Africa Power Pool
Pool Energetique d'Afrique Orientate

Norway Technical Assistance to Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP)

Invitation for Application for Project Coordinator Post

1. The Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP) has received a grant from the Government of Norway towards the cost of Technical Assistance Project to operationalize the regional power trade Co-ordination Centre (CC) and Independent Regulatory Body (IRB), and intends to apply part of the proceeds in payment of contract for Project Co-ordination Services.

2. Under the component, a Project Co-ordinator will be employed to manage the Project implementation. The Project Co-ordinator's scope of services shall be, but not limited to, the following:

(i) Preparing Request for Proposal (RFP) and managing the tendering process for selection of consultants (Management Consultant, Database & Communication Consultant, Training Firms and Auditor) and staff;

(ii) Co-ordinating and managing the implementation of different activities of the Project including: training of staff of CC and IRB, supply and installation of Database and Satellite Communication facilities, and auditing of the Project's Account;

(iii) Providing advice to the EAPP Permanent Secretariat on the final roles and responsibilities of the CC and IRB and their management and organizational structure;

(iv) Organizing Stakeholders' meetings to deliberate on outputs of the Project; and

(v) Preparing reports including: Quarterly Progress Reports, Inception Report, Mid-term Review Report, and Output Assessment Report.

3. Applicant for the position will be required to meet the following minimum qualifications:

(i) Education: A Master in any Social Sciences preferably in Management/Business Administration;

(ii) Experience: Ten (10) years work experience of which at least five (5) years in institutional and project management;

(iii) Language Requirement: Fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English (working knowledge of French language will have an advantage); and

(iv) Other Requirements: Basic knowledge of computer operations and ability to use related software programs.

4. EAPP, the Executing Agency of the Project, invites qualified applicants to apply providing proof of relevant qualifications and experience with curriculum vitae (CV) and copy of credentials.

Following pre-qualification, a shortlist of five (5) best qualified consultants will be invited for interview. EAPP will negotiate the contract prices with the selected applicant.

5. The Place of duty is Addis Ababa and Duration of contract is for twenty (20) months.

6. Applications must be submitted together with unretumable documents not later than 14 February 2010 at 1500 Hours Addis Ababa local time by e-mail or fax or postal address to:

Eastern Africa Power Pool (EAPP)
P O Box 100644, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
T el: +251-116 183 694/+251 -911605566
Fax:+251-116183387

E-mail: eapp-addis @ ethionet.et

Humanitarian Programme Officer Job Opportunity: Trocaire

Trocaire's Horn & East Africa Regional Office (HEARD) seeks to fill the position of Humanitarian Programme Officer for its Regional Humanitarian Programme Unit based in Nairobi, with particular responsibility for Sudan.

The possibility exists that the position may be relocated to Sudan.

Trocaire is the development agency of the Irish Catholic Church, and works in solidarity with local development actors to implement programmes in Sustainable Livelihoods, Governance & Human Rights, Preparing for & responding to Emergencies, HIV/AIDS, Promoting Gender Equality and Environmental Justice. The successful candidate will report to the Regional Humanitarian Programme Officer.

Scope of the Role:
• The role will have a regional mandate, with a specific focus on Sudan.
Responsibilities:
• Programme development, representation, networking, capacity building of partners, and monitoring and evaluation.
Qualifications and experience required
• Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in social sciences, development studies, or related field;
• Technical skills in humanitarian response including knowledge and experience of SPHERE standards, Good Enough Guide and Code of Conduct;
• A minimum of 4 years' humanitarian experience, preferably working through partnership with local organisations;
• Managing programmes at the local, national, or international level in a culturally diverse organisation, preferably with an International NGO;
• Good knowledge of humanitarian issues in Sudan. Knowledge and experience of designing, implementing through partnership, and monitoring of externally funded programmes, including proposal and report writing.
• Proven leadership, inter-personal and analytical skills, excellent communication skills in English, and one or more Sudanese languages is desirable.
Application Procedure

Please submit CV (3 pages max) and covering letter to

The Human Resources Officer,
Trocaire
P.O. Box 66300-00800,
Westlands, Nairobi,

or email to hr @ trocaire.or.ke no later than Monday, February 1,2010.

Please include reliable daytime telephone number, your present salary and contact details of three referees one of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor.

Trocaire is an equal opportunity employer.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project (SWIOFP) Advertisement for Regional Management Unit Posts

The South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project (SWIOFP) is a GEF - World Bank funded research project for the South West Indian Ocean (SWIO) region countries of Comoros, France, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa and Tanzania.

The Regional Management Unit (RMU) of the project is hosted by the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) in Mombasa, Kenya.

SWIOFP is looking for competent persons from any of the above mentioned countries for the following posts available immediately:

Survey Logistics Coordinator (SLC)

This post is open to both freelance individual consultants and individuals seconded by a company to the RMU to deliver on the services mentioned below:

The responsibilities will include:
• Wet-lease and preparation of vessels to undertake surveys at sea
• Coordination of surveys at sea (research and wet-leased vessels)
• Management / coordination of a regional fisheries observer programme
Academic Qualifications and Skills
• A Tertiary qualification preferably with scientific, technological and marine experience (or a combination of these attributes);
• Proven experience in the management of commercial fishing and research vessels, and the setting up, and logistics management of scientific surveys of offshore fish resources, and fisheries observer programmes;
• Good communication skills in English (speak and write).
• The ability to communicate in French and Portuguese will be an added advantage;
• Experience in the procurement of vessels, including marine safety and other regulations in the SWIOFP region. This should include wet lease and vessel charter agreements as well as experience in the legalities and insurance requirements of vessel charter and lease agreements.
Duration
• The post will be a contract position over a period of one year, renewable by mutual agreement, successful performance and project timeframe.
Remuneration
• Remuneration will be based on the successful candidate's experience and training.
Information Technology and Communication Manager (ITCM)

The responsibilities will include:
• Fisheries data compilation and evaluation
• Compiling and maintaining a data atlas for SWIOFP
• Establishment and maintenance of Information Technology and Communication systems (website and information newsletter)
Qualification and Experience:
• University degree in IT and Communications with at least five years experience including experience in marine sciences.
• The candidate should demonstrate wide knowledge and experience in use, development and management of various data and information software used in fisheries science and information including GIS, statistical packages and Internet communication systems.
• Excellent database programming skills.
• Good communication skills in English (speak and write). The ability to communicate in French and Portuguese will be an added advantage.
Duration
• The post will be a contract position over a period of one year, renewable by mutual agreement successful performance and project timeframe
Remuneration
• The appointment is full time.
• The right candidate will be paid on a consultancy basis.
Qualified interested candidates are requested to send in their application, along with their updated curriculum vitae (CV) either by courier or by email, to the address below on or before noon, Thursday, 11th February 2010.

Please, clearly indicate "Post for SWIOFP SLC" or "Post for SWIOFP ITCM", on the application if by mail and on the subject if emailing the application.

Further full details of these two vacancies can be downloaded from the following website: www.swiofp.net.

SWIOFP RMU - Driver

Duty Station: Mombasa Basic Function

Responsible to the Regional Executive Secretary for the day-to-day running of the project vehicle and transportation needs of the Regional Management Unit.

Key responsibilities will include
• Official driver of the South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project vehicle
• Undertake any other driving duties as may be directed by the Regional Executive Secretary.
• Attend to SWIOFP delegation/visitors arrivals and departures to and from Kenya.
• To record all trips of the vehicle in the work-ticket together, including fuel records or any other records as may be requested.
• Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle's cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, among others.
• Ensuring the vehicle is maintained to the highest standard respecting the vehicle's maintenance schedule.
• Required to work outside the normal working hours
• Maintaining the vehicles clean, polished and in flawless operating conditions.
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems
• Ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road, safety of the person(s) and/ or goods therein.
• Any other reasonable duties, which are commensurate with the employee's position
Personal Profile
• Form four certificate holders.
• Ability to speak and understand English
• A valid Kenyan Driving licence classes B, C, E and G.
• A clean driving licence.
• A certificate of good conduct
• At least 5 years experience, with knowledge of defensive driving.
• Basic mechanical and first aid skills will be an added advantage
Duration
• This is a full-time position for a period of one year, renewable after successful performance and mutual agreement.
Remuneration
• The successful candidate will be offered a consolidated salary package (inclusive of housing and hardship allowances, and health insurance) and up to a maximum of Ksh. 35,000.00 per month.
• The driver will be provided with a phone including airtime allowance.
A curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, 2 passport size photographs and testimonials one of which must be from the current employer should be submitted by courier on or before noon, Thursday, 11th February 2010 to the following address:

The Regional Executive Secretary,
South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Project,
C/o Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
English Road
Mombasa
P. O. Box 81651-80100
Kenya

Tel: +254 20 8023924
Fax:+254 41 2001133.

E-mail: rmu @ swiofp.net; rpayet @ swiofp.net;

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Branch Managers Jobs at Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Sudan

Job Ref No. KCBS 01/2010

Job Purpose: -

Reporting to the Managing Director KCB Sudan, the Branch Managers will drive and deliver exceptional Business Performance through dynamic leadership of the Retail, Operations and Credit teams at the Branch.

To prepare and implement business plans and have authority to make credit decisions within the limits provided and generally coordinate all administrative activities of the branch.

Key Responsibilities: -

Key Responsibilities of this position would include: -
• Providing leadership and management of the spoke
• Achievement of growth and profitability of the spoke
• Developing and implementing the annual plans
• Ensures operational efficiencies and compliance to controls and procedures
• Identification and development of new and profitable business within the spoke
• Ensures seamless world class customer service
• Accountable for overall business performance objectives
• Staff development and performance management
Qualifications and Experience: -

The person should have the following qualifications:
• Minimum University Degree preferably in a Business related field, a banking qualification or an MBA is an added advantage
• Minimum 5 years Branch Operations experience 2 of which should be at management level
• Must have Credit analysis experience
• Extensive marketing experience would be an added advantage
• Operational risk management (KYC & AML)
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
The above positions are demanding roles and the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or job reference number in the subject field to recruitment @ kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 5th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Manager Operations Jobs at Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Sudan

Job Ref No. KCBS02/2010

Job Purpose:
• Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Manager Operations will provide Operations support at the Branch by executing Banking operations activities in order to offer worldclass customer service whilst also managing the accompanying Operational Risk.
Key Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of this position include: -
• Customer satisfaction through operational effectiveness and efficiencies
• Managing operational risk
• Compliance to controls
• Manage custody of assets in the branch
• Staff development and performance management
• Adequate manning of Front office positions for cash and non cash tellers and ensure proper cash management at the spoke
• Endeavour to maintain and grow the Customer Base.
• Ensure adherence to Bank procedures and regulations to reduce frauds and forgeries
Experience/Qualification

The successful applicants should have the following minimum qualifications: -
• University Degree preferably a Business related degree. Possession of a professional/postgraduate qualification will be added advantage
• Have at least 3 years experience in General Bank operations e.g. Savings Bank, Current Accounts, and Cash Management as a Section Head. Those with management experience will have an added advantage
• Credit analysis is an added advantage
• Operational Risk Management
• Strong Leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
The above positions are demanding roles and the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or job reference number in the subject field to recruitment @ kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by 5th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Stock Accountant Career Opportunity

Applicants should have at least CPA I with practical work experience, preferably in the area of stock accounting, auditing and stores management.

HR Manager,
P.O. Box 10208-00100
Nairobi

Vacancy for Marketing/Sales Person

Age: 25-35

Valid Driving License

Experience in pneumatics and industrial spares

Sales experience of 3-5 years in a similar field

Attractive remuneration package

Email CV to vacancypneumatics @ yahoo.com

Driver/ Mechanic and Sales Rep Supervisor Jobs

Vacancies Urgently required:

1) An experienced Driver/ Mechanic who has undergone National Youth Service Training, with valid driving license class BCE.

2) A Sales Rep Supervisor with a Diploma or above in sales and marketing, from a recognized institution

References should be attached.

Please email your application/CV to cslclltd @ gmail. com

Hotel Industry Professionals Unique Opportunities (East / Central Africa): Madhvani Group

Madhvani group, a leading international professionally managed industrial / service group that has diversified into hotel / tourism requires the following personnel for their Five Star / Luxury Safari Lodges, located in a National Park each with over 50 guest rooms, swimming pool, health club, conference facilities, business centre, etc.

01. General Manager

Reporting to the Director Tourism, the General Manager is responsible for managing the lodge, achieving the budgeted occupancy and profits, guest satisfaction, setting and achieving globally acceptable quality services, and maintains international standards for house keeping and hygiene.

The Candidate should be professionally qualified in Hotel Management with 10 years of relevant experience out of which 5 years should be as head of safari lodge / hotel. Work experience in Rooms Division or Food & Beverage is an added advantage.

02. Executive Chef


The safari lodges have multiple outlets and a substantial banqueting operation. The incumbent will be responsible for developing menus, ensuring quality food preparation and presentation, budgeting & menu analysis as well as training the local employees.

The candidate should have suitable professional qualifications with 10 years of relevant experience in a 5 star hotel with European and International cuisine. He should have a successful track record in people & kitchen management.

3. Chief Engineer – Lodge Maintenance

Reporting to the General Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for maintenance of all facilities at the lodge to the highest standard.

These include equipment such as oil fired boilers, DC sets, water treatment plant, HVAC, cold rooms, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, electrical systems, fire systems, air-conditioning systems, entertainment and sound systems etc.

The candidate should have a degree in mechanical / electrical engineering with prior relevant experience of at least 10 years in a 5 star hotel.

The above positions carry attractive compensation package and good working atmosphere with excellent savings potential, local living expenses, suitable housing, travel for self & family, gratuity and medical etc.,

Candidates interested and willing to relocate to East / Central Africa only apply with Contact Telephone Nos. through speed post / courier within 10 days mentioning on the envelope the position applied for to.

P.O Box - 22827
Kampala
Uganda.

With a soft copy of the application on e-mail to: ghrm @ madhvani.org

The Mombasa Academy Teachers Required

The Mombasa Academy is an International school, established in 1978. It follows the British National Curriculum and students sit the Edexcel IGCSE and 'A' Level examinations. The school has a reputation for academic excellence and good all round education.

We are looking for well qualified and experienced teachers, for September 2010, who can teach any combination of the following subjects up to I.G.C.S.E:-

Art, Economics, English, French, Mathematics, Chemistry, History and ICT

Experience of 'A' Level teaching and/or PE as Second Subject would be a distinct advantage. All teachers are expected to contribute fully to the extensive extra curricular programme of the school.

Apply with a full CV, including the names of two referees and a letter of application, outlining teaching experience, additional skills and areas of interest.

Apply to:

The Headmaster,
Mombasa Academy,
P.O Box 86487- 80100,
Mombasa, Kenya.

Fax No: 254 41474650

or Email: msaacademy @ swiftmombasa.com

Closing date for applications: 20th February 2010

Please visit our website: www.msaacademy.com for further information.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Ivory Consult (IC) Kenya Career Opportunities

Ivory Consult (IC) is a Kenyan company and a leading firm in the areas of Water Engineering, Environmental Management, and Solid Waste Management.

Our purpose is to deliver a positive and enduring impact on the world. We work in close partnership with key clients in the public and private sectors, providing independent technical, strategic and commercial services.

WaterPRO, a division of Ivory Consult, is a one stop shop for water testing, purification, treatment and supply. We design, construct, and/or operate rural and urban water supply schemes and are registered contractors with the Ministry of Water and Irrigation in Kenya.

We stock, sell and service water treatment technologies that include Reverse Osmosis, Filtration and Ultra-Violet (UV) for residential, commercial, and industrial use. We operate our own water testing laboratory.

In order to position the company to meet its objectives and planned activities, IC now wishes to invite applications from qualified individuals for each advertised post.

1. Projects Manager

• MSc in either Civil or Mechanical Engineering and registered.
• Must have demonstrated 3+ years private sector experience with turn-key water projects from feasibility and planning right through to approvals, installation, commissioning and lifecycle management.

2. Finance and Administration Manager

• MBA Finance or Post Graduate in Economics with private sector experience of 5+ years of consulting in conducting feasibility studies for infrastructure development projects in sectors like energy, transport, urban infrastructure,. water supply and solid waste management.
• Posses experience of implementing financial control systems and procedures.

3. Business Development Manager

• Post Graduate training in marketing and sales is a requirement with a demonstrated ability to carry out intense outreach and promotion activities in order to enlarge the company's market share.
• An understanding of water technology is an added advantage.
4. Sales Engineer
• Should posses a degree in Civil or Electro-Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• A minimum of three years experience in the private sector is required.
5. Sales Executives
• A diploma in Marketing and Sales is required together with a demonstrated ability to effectively achieve set sales targets by actively and proactively identifying opportunities.

6. Customer Care

• A diploma in Marketing and sales with proven ability to offer a professional, friendly and efficient service to customers focused on building relationships at all times.
7. Water Technicians
• Should posses HND or National Diploma in Water or Mechanical Engineering from any of the recognized national Institutions.
• Experience in site supervision will be an added advantage

8. Plumbers

• A certificate in plumbing from Kenya Water Institute or any of the National Polytechnics with 3 years experience.
Note:

Applicants should forward their application letters accompanied by certified copies of certificate and C.V.s giving details of their qualifications, and demonstrated experience.

They should in addition give names, current designations and addresses of three (3) referees.

Applicants should forward their documents indicating their current designation, salaries and other benefits and the current letters of appointment.

The positions applied for should be clearly quoted on the top left hand corner of the envelopes.

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

ALL applications should be addressed to

The Managing Director,
Ivory Consult Limited,
PJ Place, Enterprise Road,
P.O. Box 76604 - 00508,
City Square, Nairobi

www.ivoryconsult.com

Deadline: 19th February, 2010.

Standard Group New Radio Station Services Career opportunities

The Standard Group Limited is a leading media house in Kenya that The Standard and The Sunday Standard newspapers.

The Group also owns the country's leading station, KTN, and distributes international business, professional and leisure magazines in East Africa through our Division, Publisher's Distribution Services (PDS).

The Standard Group Limited announces that it will shortly begin its eagerly awaited radio services. This is part of a transformation into a multi-media house.

In view of this imminent development, The Standard Group wishes to engage the services of talented men and women in these critical positions.

Assistant Programmes Controller

The Role

To determine, manage and coordinate the resources required to direct the production of programmes and to ensure that they are entertaining, educative and attract listeners to the station.

The Person
• Must have a Degree in Journalism or Communication, or degree in any other field with postgraduate training in journalism.
• Meticulous with an eye for detail
• Positive and receptive to new ideas
• Must have hands-on skills in scripting and editing for radio.
• Must have well-developed communication and management skills.
• Knowledge of New Media, including Internet Streaming, will be an added advantage.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Will Creatively conceptualize the assigned programmes
• Will effectively plan and organize all requirements
• Will effectively liaise with other staff such as technical crew, presenters and music team
• Will Script and package programmes
• Will do Evaluation and feedback

TV/Radio News Editor Swahili Services

The Role

In this role you will be responsible for proactively providing leadership in news gathering, production and dissemination for the new radio station.

The Person
• Must have a Degree in Journalism or Communication, or degree in any other field with postgraduate training in journalism.
• Must have 5 years experience in radio, two of which must have been served at a senior position.
• Must be self-driven individual, not more than 35 years of age, with high degree of integrity.
• Must have hands-on skills in scripting and editing for radio.
• Must have well-developed communication and management skills.
• Knowledge of New Media, including Internet Streaming, will be an added advantage.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Will manage a team of journalists to prepare radio news bulletins and current affairs programmes.
• Will manage the editing and production of editorial content before it is aired, in accordance with the Group's House Style.
• Advise the Group Chief Editor on human and other resource requirements.
• Meet strict deadlines.
• Enforce the Group's Editorial Policy.

Core Reporters Swahili Services

The Role
• Reporters are regarded as first witnesses to history and whose resourcefulness account for a title's or station's greatness.
The Person
• Must be self-driven individual, not more than 30 years old.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have at least 5 years experience reporting for radio.
• Must have a Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication, or other degree with training in journalism.
• Must have well developed interviewing and analytical skills
• Ability to work irregular hours.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Reports to the Radio News Editor.
• To gather and prepare news stories in strict accordance with the Group's House Style and Editorial Policy.
• Voice stories on air.

Radio Presenters

If you think you have a voice and proven ability and skill for insightful and engaging presentation in Swahili or have always yearned for such an opportunity, we want to talk to you.

In this regard, we are inviting outstanding presenters to apply and make proposals on concepts of programme ideas while showcasing your creativity and imagination without limits.

The Role
• Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, the on-air talent will host and produce shows.
The Person
• Must be a creative and self-driven individual.
• Must have a flair and excellent command of the English and Swahili languages.
• Able to hold captivating conversations and relate well with the urban and peri-urban listeners.
• Must have well developed verbal and written communication skills.
• A Degree / Diploma in Mass Communication will be an added advantage.
• Must be a person of high integrity.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Research, compile and present diverse content within the various shows on a daily basis.
• Able to work for long hours under tight deadlines.

Core Radio Production Assistants

The Role
• Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, they will assist in production of the station's daily programming.
The Person
• Must have a Degree or Diploma in communication or training in broadcast production or related fields.
• Must have at least 3 years experience in radio presentation.
• Must have a good understanding of radio production techniques and processes.
• Must be self-driven individual, in his or her twenties who has a good command of the English and Swahili language.
• Must have well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Reporting to the Programmes Controller, the person will be responsible for producing and recording all on-air audio signature products and material for broadcast.
• Able to work irregular hours within strict deadlines.

Copy/ Creative Writers

The Role
• Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, they will generate and execute all copy scripts for on-air broadcast.
The Person
• Must have a Diploma in communication or creative disciplines. A Degree in Communication will be an added advantage.
• Must be self driven individual in his or her twenties with a good command of the English and Swahili languages.
• A working knowledge and understanding of radio production techniques and processes.
• Must have at least 3 years demonstrable experience in copy writing.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Copywriting and scripting all in-house and commercial adverts and selling properties.
• Managing a pool of internal and external voiceover artistes.
• Assist in developing and enforcing of the station's creative house styles.
• Able to work irregular hours within strict deadlines.

Traffic Coordinator

The Role
• Reporting to the Station's Programmes Controller, they will generate and execute all copy scripts for on-air broadcast.
The Person
• Must have a Degree/Diploma in communication.
• Must have at least 3 years demonstrable experience in radio broadcast environment
• Must be self driven individual in his or her twenties.
• Must have a good understanding of radio production processes.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills and client service acumen.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Managing and booking of commercial orders
• Scheduling and tracking of commercials within the production processes.
• Coordination and Liaison with Commercial and Finance Divisions.
• Able to work irregular hours within strict deadlines.
If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, please write in confidence enclosing a detailed CV, Copies of academic transcripts, a day-time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees not later than 12th February 2010 to:

The Assistant Manager
HR & Administration Standard Group Limited,
P.O Box 49990, 00100
Nairobi.

E-mail: radiocv @ standardmedia.co.ke

At no time will your application be disclosed.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Friday 22 January 2010

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Employment Opportunitie

We are the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG).

We own, operate and franchise more than 4,200 hotels, offering close to half a million guest rooms in over 100 countries.

Be part of the world’s most global hotels group

Our core purpose: Great Hotels Guests Love

What’s your passion?

What’s your passion? Whether you’re into playing the guitar, singing or rowing at IHG we’re interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we’re looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.

Currently the InterContinental Nairobi has vacant career opportunities for:

Human Resources & Training

Human Resources Manager

Provide expertise in the areas of change management, employee engagement, administration efficiencies of overall business strategy.

Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, will supervise Human Resources team for InterContinental Nairobi. Minimum Degree or equivalent in hospitality industry/Human Resources.

Post Graduate qualifications in Human Resources Management.

Should have 3-5 years experience in a HR role within a major customer focused organization.

Should have an understanding of broad business issues and key business performance indicators.

Have demonstrated experience working closely with multi-disciplinary executives.

Engineering

Director of Engineering

Manage the general maintenance of the hotel building and its services are operating to an optimum level.

Working closely with the all teams, to maintaining a fully functioning and efficient hotel environment, with the emphasis on forward planning, routine maintenance programmes and prompt repairs.

You will ensure the highest quality of product both external and internal with key emphasis on standards and cost control and will also direct and develop your team to support you in these areas.

Also as the Director of Engineering you will be responsible for managing and motivating your team.

Minimum Degree in Engineering discipline. Minimum six (6) years hands on knowledge & experience in a busy industrial environment.

In return we’ll give you a generous financial and benefits package and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we’ll give you the room to be yourself.

At IHG we are committed to developing our team and managing our talent and would encourage interested individuals to apply for available career opportunities.

To apply for current career opportunities, visit www.ihg.com/careers and upload your application and CV by Friday 29th January 2010. Only online applications will be accepted.

Customer Care Supervisor - Retail Centre Vacancy: Wananchi Group

The Wananchi Group is Africa's pioneering provider of Triple Play (broadband, multi-channel television and voice telephony) and VSAT (broadband data and internet) services.

We're in the process of rolling out Africa's most innovative cable and WiMax network to complement the existing VSAT infrastructure and are seeking to recruit ambitious, dynamic and innovative individuals who will drive our growth.

We're seeking to fill the following position in the Group.

Customer Care Supervisor - Retail Centre

Basic Function

The position exists to manage and oversee a high traffic retail centre that serves Wananchi Group customers.

The incumbent will plan, promote and administer the Customer Service Operations at the retail centre to ensure a high quality level of service and interface with customers.

Accountabilities
• Supervise a team of agents by providing leadership and managing performance in order to provide a delightful customer experience to Wananchi Group customers.
• Provide motivation, leadership and role model expected behaviors in areas of job performance, work ethic standards, self-management and employee empowerment.
• Ensure high level of customer service and staffing Levels through efficient scheduling and adjustment to meet service demands.
• Together with team, identify process improvement opportunities and proactively develop implementation plans.
• Establish, monitor, coach, and provide daily, weekly, and monthly feedback regarding performance against required individual goal achievement.
• Develop and implement development & performance improvement plans as appropriate.
• Communicate and manage expectations for quality and accuracy of work.
• Identify variances and create effective plans to address gaps.
• Maintain a high level of product, process and competitive knowledge.
Education, Experience and Skills
• 3-4 years of supervisory experience in a customer service environment, primarily focused on customer care and sales. A technical environment is preferred but not required.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong analytic skills and comfort in PC based reporting systems and processes.
• Ability to maintain productivity under pressure and to multitask effectively.
• Must have superior coaching, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance.
• Tact, diplomacy and sensitivity.
• Minimum of a bachelors degree.
If you're prepared for a challenging and exciting, high-growth career, send your application and detailed CV to: hr @ ke.wananchi.com, with the title of the position you are applying for as the subject of your e-mail.

The application deadline is 6th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Wananchi Group (K) Ltd.
Gateway Business Park,
Mombasa Road.

The World Bank Kenya Jobs: Team Assistant

World Bank Kenya
Team Assistant (3 positions)

Local Appointment (initial Two Years, subject to renewal)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

The World Bank Country Office in Kenya seeks applications for three (3) positions of Team Assistant in the Administrative and Client Support (ACS) Network.

The Team Assistants will be members of the Country Office staff recruited locally and based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Each Team Assistant has dual reporting to a supervisor in the sector team(s) and to the Executive Assistant based in the Office of the Country Director, Nairobi, Kenya.

Among other duties, the Team Assistant will

(i) provide and carry out the full range office support work in a very demanding international work environment;

(ii) co-ordinate with service units, and liaise frequently with team members both in Washington and in the Country Office;

(iii) co-ordinate time management and schedules, taking current and future priorities into account, anticipate and monitor changes, and communicate the information;

(iv) produce complex texts, reports, presentations, charts, graphs according to standard Bank formats and distribution;

(v) draft correspondence and proofread materials;

(vi) solve non-routine problems creatively and resourcefully, and assist in the preparation and logistical planning of various events;

(vii) track assigned tasks/project steps/ timetables using modern office management technologies, coordinate with relevant staff, provide assistance and/or information on project-related matters;

(viii) maintain up-to-date work unit project and other files (both paper and electronically).

Among other criteria, the successful candidate should be holding a minimum of college diploma preferably in Secretarial Studies or Office Management or Business Administration, or other relevant qualification; with at least 3 years of direct relevant experience in a large International or service or Private Sector Organization; proficient in verbal and written English (and preferably French) and effective time management and organizational skills.

Electronic Applications:

Qualified candidates are requested to view the full job description and selection criteria as well as submit the electronic application by visiting www.worldbank.org/careers then click on >employment opportunities >administrative and client support opportunities >current vacancies > job#100070 to submit your application electronically to the World Bank.

Email or postal/paper applications will not be considered.

The closing date for receipt of your electronic application is end of day February 6, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Qualified male and female candidates of diverse background (gender, religious, ethnic, disability) are encouraged to apply.

The World Bank Tanzania Jobs: Education Specialist

World Bank Tanzania
Education Specialist
(Extended Term Consultant)

Local Consultant Appointment (One Year, renewable)

Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

The World Bank is looking for highly organized, energized and seasoned professional, capable of operating effectively in a very demanding fast-paced environment to serve as an Extended Term Consultant - Education Specialist.

The Education Specialist (Consultant) will be a member of the Africa Region Education Unit (AFTED) based in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.

S/he will report to the Sector Manager (AFTED) and will participate in policy dialogue and lending operations and analytical and advisory services in the education sector for Tanzania, as well as the broader range of education initiatives.

The education portfolio in Tanzania currently includes analytical work to support the nation’s human development strategy, support for education through large Poverty Reduction Support Credits (PRSC), programs aimed at improving quality of secondary education in the mainland and Zanzibar, and improving science and technology education at the university level.

The education team operates in close collaboration with other Development Partners as well as relevant sectors and units within the World Bank.

The Education Specialist’s duties and responsibilities include, among others:
• Work with the task team of educators on lending, analytical and advisory services across all levels of the education system.
• Support technical oversight for the education activities and coordinating Bank support with government agencies, development partners and colleagues from other networks on complex multi-sectoral projects and tasks (e.g., PRSC, PRSP, PER etc.)
• Contribute to the development of work program agreements, country assistance strategies, PRSPs, and crosssectoral work.
• Support and guide government to move from reform concepts to implementation of policies and programs, and measuring results.
• Create and manage training opportunities for clients.
• Build strong partnerships with donors, foundations, NGOs and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the operational strategy for education in Tanzania and contribute to the overall strategic thinking of AFTED;
• Provide support to education initiatives throughout Africa, as may be required.
The successful candidates should have an advanced degree (masters or PhD) in a relevant field such as education, economics, public administration or sociology.

At least 5 years of experience in the education field, with a proven track record designing and managing challenging education programs/ projects.

Additionally, the candidates should have strong technical skills and experience in education, with specialized experience in one or more of the following areas: education administration, secondary education, higher education, education policy, science and technology, education finance, or teacher development.

A strong client orientation, written and oral communication skills, coupled with an ability to work effectively with the other sectors, especially economics, health, and social protection is required.

Electronic Applications:

For the full job description and selection criteria, qualified candidates are requested to visit and submit the electronic application at www.worldbank.org/careers and click on >employment opportunities >consultant/temporary opportunities> job # 100072 to submit your application electronically to the World Bank.

Postal/paper or email applications will not be considered.

The closing date for receipt of your electronic application is end of day 07th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Qualified male and female candidates of diverse background (gender, religious, ethnic etc) are encouraged to apply.

Kwani Trust Job Vacancy: Finance Officer

About Kwani Trust

Kwani Trust is a Nairobi-based literary network committed to the growth of the region’s creative industry through publishing and distributing Contemporary African Literature, offering training opportunities, producing literary events and establishing global literary networks.

About the Position

The Finance Officer is a central figure in the institution and provides a comprehensive service to all staff and partners on financial policies and procedures.

The Finance Officer’s role is to support the core operations of Kwani Trust, act as a reference point on all financial matters and ensure Kwani Trust’s legal compliance with relevant financial laws and regulations, in keeping with its vision, mission, goals and strategic objectives.

This position reports to the Executive Director and works in close collaboration with the Administrative Assistant and the Marketing, Sales and Distribution Departments.

The position is part of a team that is building a viable publishing house that is commercially sustainable and that develops titles and products of world class literary quality.

The Finance Officer will be expected to build systems and processes that make the Finance Department functional and effective, as well as developing, managing and implementing an overall Financial Manual and Administration plan.

Key duties and responsibilities
• Provide the lead in financial planning and budgeting for all projects and activities and carry out monthly reconciliation and management reports against projected budgets
• Ensure the smooth operation of our financial record keeping using PASTEL accounting software , regularly updating and auditing The Trust’s financial records
• Process monthly expenses and expenditure as per relevant budgets
• Provide the lead in developing an internal finance manual informing the processes and systems in the administration of funds
• In partnership with the Sales and Distribution Officer, ensure the smooth issuance of sales invoices, purchase orders and collection of all due balances for Kwani? books
• Establish and maintain internal controls, checks and balances
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external Financial regulations
• Act as Secretary to, and coordinate the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees, ensuring timely quarterly reports are issued and advise the Board on the financial direction of the Trust
• Ensure timely financial reporting obligations to funding and other relevant partners are fulfilled
• Keep the Executive Director in touch with all matters likely to have financial consequences, and promptly supplying all information needed by her
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Executive Director
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
• Experience in Financial Planning, Budget Setting and Grant Reporting is crucial.
• Experience in an Arts, Literary or Publishing institution is an added advantage
• BCom in Accounting or Finance with an additional qualification of no less than CPA 2 Level ( section 4)
• Demonstrable, high numeric abilities, accuracy and an ability to show great attention to detail
• At least 3-5 years of progressively responsible relevant experience, some of which must have been spent using PASTEL accounting software
• Excellent written, oral communication and organisational skills with an added ability to deal with outside agencies in establishing effective working relationships
• IT proficiency, including use of Excel and other programmes critical to this function

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter ( maximum one page) illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies and skills together with a detailed CV, including names and addresses of three referees.

All applications should be sent via email by 5pm, Monday February 1st to Wambui Thuku; g.wambui @ kwani.org indicating ‘Application for Finance Officer Post’ on the subject line.

For any enquiries, please call: 020 444 1801

Other Details

The start date for this post is 15th February 2010.

Interviews will take place during the week of 1st February and 8th February 2010.


Only short-listed applicants meeting the above minimum requirements will be contacted.

To learn more about Kwani Trust, please visit: http://www.kwani.org

Director/Chief Executive Officer Job Re-Advertisement: Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)

Director/Chief Executive Officer

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a State Corporation established under the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979 of Kenya, as a national research institution in Kenya mandated to undertake human health research.

KEMRI has grown from its humble beginnings 30 years ago to become a leading human health research institution in Africa.

KEMRI’s Vision is to be a leading centre of excellence in the promotion of quality health, and its Mission is to improve the quality of human health and life through research.

To achieve its mandate and strategic goals, the Institute has a total of 12 Centres countrywide which serve as the operational units. The Board of Management of KEMRI seeks to recruit a dynamic, visionary and experienced person to fill the position of Director/Chief Executive Officer, KEMRI.

The Job Position

Job Ref: KEMRI/HR/CEO/01/2010
Job Title: Director/Chief Executive Officer, KEMRI

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Board of Management, the Director/Chief Executive Officer will be the Accounting Officer and the Secretary to the Board, and will be responsible for the following:
• To provide visionary leadership and direction to the organization, and to ensure that Institute policies and mandates are implemented fully and effectively in line with the strategic plan.
• To ensure that resources are utilized and managed prudently and responsibly for the implementation and achievement of the Institute’s mandates and strategic objectives.
• To ensure that the Institute’s strategic plans are achieved efficiently, the performance contract objectives and targets are negotiated, achieved and reported in a timely manner, and the annual operational plans and budgets prepared and submitted timely.
• To direct and oversee the development and implementation of the Institute’s research, innovations and capacity building agenda, in line with the goals and aspirations of Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the national health sector strategic plans.
• To initiate, establish, strengthen and oversee inter-institutional collaborations and Strategic partnerships for the realization of the Institute’s mandates and strategic objectives.
• To ensure that Institute staff remain motivated to discharge their responsibilities effectively and efficiently, and in compliance with human resource policies and practices.
• To establish and sustain effective relationships with the Board of Management, the Government, parent Ministry, other stakeholders, regulatory bodies, partners/collaborators, funding agencies, the media, and staff for the benefit of the Institute.
• To support a culture of compliance with regulations, statutory requirements, good corporate governance principles, and best practices in the Institute.
• To perform any other responsibilities as determined and deemed necessary by the Board of Management, in line with the Institute’s mandates.
Key Qualifications and Competence:
• A biomedical, public health or medical research scientist with doctoral level qualifications (PhD/MD degree or equivalents) from a recognized institution, and at least 10 years post-doctoral research experience, supported by publications in reputable journals.
• A person with a passion for Research and Training Capacity Development.
• Knowledge of existing GoK Financial Management, Procurement Regulations and Policies that govern State Corporations in the Research and Training category.
• A team leader with 15 years experience of which 7 years should be at senior management level.
• Strategic management experience and negotiation skills.
• A demonstrated high degree of integrity, honesty, and commitment to good corporate governance and excellence in performance.
• Must be between 40 and 55 years of age.
The successful candidate will be engaged on a 3 (three) year contract renewable subject to
performance.

This is an executive position with a competitive pay package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Staff of KEMRI and collaborative projects who meet the required qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.

Suitable applicants should submit their applications, updated CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, names of 3 (three) referees, current remunerations, and day-time telephone contacts to the following address not later than 10th February 2010.

The Chairman,
Board of Management
Kenya Medical Research Institute
P.O.Box 54840 – 00200
Nairobi

Attn: Head of Human Resources

Or send by email to: hr @ kemri.org

More details about this post can be obtained from our website: www.kemri.org

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Telesales executives urgently required: Flexi Personnel Jobs

Are you passionate about selling and are currently looking for that first time job that will define your future career?

If yes, we would like to give you a chance to meet our client who has opportunities for telemarketing executives to work in a local call centre servicing international clients.

Neutral polished accents are a must.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or potential customers.
• Aggressively sell the company products by describing their features and benefits to potential customers.
• Meet and exceed the required targets
Education and Experience
• Certificate/diploma in sales or any business related course.
• Knowledge of sales principles
• Experience in a retail, customer service or sales environment
• Good compute knowledge/Key boarding skills
Key Competencies
• Good communication skills with neutral accents. This is a required.
• Customer service orientation
• Aggressive with an ability to work under pressure.
• Persuasiveness
• Stress tolerance
• High energy level with a pleasant and outgoing personality.
Send cvs only to recruit @ flexi-personnel.com by 25th January 2010

Financial Controller Job Re-Advertisement: Flexi Personnel

Our client, an Interdenominational International Christian organization is looking for a suitably qualified candidate for the position of Financial Controller to work in the Liaison office in Nairobi but with frequent travel to the project locations in Southern Sudan.

Duties and responsibilities;
• To shape and implement strategy to strengthen the financial position of the organization including strategic investment viabilities.
• To oversee the finance functions/systems of the organization as well as establish a real-time system for financial input and information access from various international locations via internet connectivity.

Desired Candidate Profile
• A committed Christian, fitting well in a team as a member
• C.P.A. (K) with Degree in B Com/ Finance
• Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or Strategic Management, or any relevant discipline.
• Eight years experience with at least three years in a senior position.
• Experience / knowledge on managing strategic investment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Moderate typing speed, working knowledge of spread sheet with word processing and familiarity with knowledge of current financial and accounting computer applications, especially knowledge of SUN Systems.
• Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational and written skills.
• Ability to mentor and coach the finance team
• Flexible to travel to outside the country
• Valid Driving License.
• Must be 30 years and above.
Interested?

Send your CV ONLY to cvs @ flexi-personnel.com by 15th January 2010.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

SFC Program Manager Job Vacancy

Speak for the Child Program

(*Due to an email error this position is reopened, please resubmit your CV if interested)

The Academy for Educational Development (AED), an international not-for-profit organization, working in education and training, health and nutrition, democracy and governance, and economic development seeks to recruit for the position of Program Manager for its Speak for the Child Program based in Kisumu.

Speak for the Child (SFC) supports families and communities in Kenya to improve the health, nutrition, and psychosocial care of young children orphaned and affected by HIV/AIDS, to improve the long-term health of their caregivers, and to increase food security in their households.

SFC receives funding from the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) and works with community based organizations (CBOs) to serve as key partners in the delivery of services and support to children through a multi-sectoral program approach.

Responsibilities:

The SFC Program Manager is responsible for overall management of field implementation in the project’s three provinces including: management of all field staff, monitoring of partner CBO/NGO activities, monitoring and evaluation and reporting, programmatic quality assurance; overseeing and trouble-shooting all field procurements, logistics, and financial reporting; and coordination and communication with GoK, stakeholders, collaborating organizations, AED projects, staff and other funders as needed.

Qualifications Required: Bachelors degree in one of the following or related fields: Project Management, International Development, or Public Health.

5+ years in HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support programming, working with development agency coalitions, and community development work.

Experience with Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) programming and knowledge of GoK policies and guidelines, donors and implementing agencies a plus. Kenya nationals preferred.

Required Skills: Strong management, coordination and leadership ability across multiple provincial locations; understanding of rural development issues, excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; thorough and detail-oriented; and able to communicate effectively.

Interested parties should send a cover letter specifying their interest and qualifications for this position and their CV (in English) including three references by e-mail to: pmanagersfc @ aed.org no later than Feb 1st, 2010.

Only finalists will be contacted.

Senior Financial Accountant Job: Mater Hospital

The Mater Hospital is one of the leading Hospitals in East and Central Africa.

In order to further reinforce its human capital, the Hospital seeks to fill the position of Senior Financial Accountant

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this position is charged with the responsibility of coordinating activities within Financial Accounting to ensure that relevant and accurate information useful for decision-making is provided at all times.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and respond to queries raised on departmental accounts
• Preparation of Final Accounts of the Hospital and Mater Heart Fund.
• Review of weekly Cashflow forecasts.
• Review of remittance advises and payment vouchers
• Approval and Posting of manual Journal vouchers
• Plans and supervises regular stock takes including surprise stock counts
• Ensure proper maintenance of the Fixed Assets Register and review the Fixed Assets Schedule
• Formulates procedures and good practices for the management of all stock functions
• Supervision of staff in financial accounting
• Carries out performance appraisal of all accounts assistants in financial accounting section
Minimum Qualifications/ Competencies/Experience/Personal Attributes
• Bachelor of Commerce, or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Qualified Accountant with CPAK or its equivalent
• Good understanding of financial accounting including best accounting practices
• A minimum of 3 years working experience as a Financial Accountant in a large institution.
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills
• Proven record of strong financial reporting
• Proficiency in advanced MS Office and accounting packages
• Good Interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent time Management skills
• High level of Integrity and accuracy
Interested candidates should send detailed CV and cover letter indicating their current and expected salary to the following address to reach us by 5th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

Head of Human Resource
The Mater Hospital
P.O. Box 30325, 00100
Nairobi

Human Resource Manager - Tanzania Jobs

Our client is a major distributors and suppliers and hold exclusive rights to several products from multinationals of Agro Chemical inputs.

Position: Human Resource Manager - Tanzania

Duties/functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Manages and organizes multiple functional areas within Human Resources including providing technical direction to technical/professional and clerical staff within assigned areas.
• Consults with and advises administrators and employee representatives on personnel-related policies and procedures.
• Interprets and communicates laws and regulations to ensure the agency is aware of its legal responsibilities; in conjunction with the Legal Department
• Develops and implements personnel rules and regulations, and interprets and administers human resources-related provisions of collective bargaining agreements.
• Analyzes processes and procedures in assigned functional areas including conducting research and statistical analyses, and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Establishes collaborative relationships with various functional and departmental areas of the District.
• Trains and evaluates subordinates and prepares preliminary budget reports in assigned functional areas.
• Presents written and oral reports on a wide variety of human resources related issues.
• May participate in labor negotiations and/or recommend preliminary proposals including cost implementation projections.
• May be required to temporarily replace or act in the position of the senior District staff member to whom this position normally reports, and may be required to perform some or all of the senior staff member's essential functions in such situations.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Manager, Diploma in HR.
• MBA will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position.
Send your CV to milkah @ myjobseye.com by 28th January 2010.

Office Administrator - Tanzania Jobs

Our client is a major distributors and suppliers and hold exclusive rights to several products from multinationals of Agro Chemical inputs.

Position: Office Administrator - Tanzania

Being the first point of contact in the Planning office this necessitates answering all telephone calls and re-directing as required, and greeting all visitors to the office in a congenial, efficient manner

Receiving, opening and distributing office mail thus ensuring that the correspondence record for Council meetings is accurately maintained, that all outgoing mail is formatted and dealt with promptly, and that a variety of mailing/contact lists is continually updated

Filing and Record Keeping:
• Maintaining filing system, including creating new files, classifying material to be filed, filing and retrieving correspondence and reports, and maintaining related data systems
Financial Administration
• Prioritizing payments of all incoming invoices, checking price extensions, correlating invoices with purchase orders, determining if costs are within policy limits, following procedures for authorization of payment, recording all cheques issued for approval at Council meetings, maintaining computerized accounting system including inputting monthly entries, issuing monthly Cost Variance reports and tracking cash flow
• Prepares monthly variance reports and three summary variance reports, one near the beginning of the year; another half-way through and one at the end
• Record actual expenditures for the planning process in each region and compare to planned expenditures
Office Administration
• Performing general office duties such as photocopying, collating reports, maintaining a variety of office supplies, receiving/sending faxes, monitoring the maintenance of all office equipment and the required supplies, registering all warranties on acquisitions and tracking all pertinent info required for future reference
Correspondence
• Composing routine/non-routine correspondence for the Planning Director’s signature from general, oral or brief written instructions in response to inquiries or as requested
• Proficient in advanced computer skills, including a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Simply Accounting, desktop publishing, data base and other relevant software packages
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, able to handle confidential matters, to be tactful, diplomatic, and use good judgment while working in stressful/pressure situations
• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain office equipment such as fax and photocopy machines, multi-media technologies, over-head projectors, tape recorder, amongst others
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work independently yet be an integral team player
• Ability to maintain organized and accurate records, filing system and files, library/data systems

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Diploma in Business Administration.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position.
Send your CV to milkah @ myjobseye.com by 28th January 2010.

Nutrition Project Officer Vacancy Announcement: Concern Worldwide

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Kenyan nationals for the following position:

Position: Nutrition Project Officer

Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel to the project areas

Reporting To: Nutrition Programme Manager, Nairobi

Job Summary: To provide hands-on support to the MoH (Ministry of Health) staff and other partners/community groups to enhance their capacity and knowledge in the management of acute malnutrition and preventive nutrition services.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Programme Manager to provide technical support to MoH and local partners in the implementation of minimum nutrition package services: In patient and outpatient therapeutic treatment of acute malnutrition, supplementary feeding, infant feeding, community mobilisation and other preventive services.
• Supporting partners to strengthen planning, M&E and logistics systems with regard to nutrition activities.
• Supporting partners to establish referral systems and create referral links for access to other services beneficial to the beneficiaries but not provided in the Concern nutrition programme
• Supporting MoH and other partners to establish and operate community mobilization activities
• Assisting the Programme Manager in monitoring the nutrition situation in Concern’s areas of work, including participating in nutrition assessments and surveillance as required.
• Assisting the Programme Manager in developing training materials.
• Conducting training for nutrition partners and other community groups
• Feeding into the development of the nutrition programme by actively participating in strategy sessions and providing feedback to the process.
• Assisting the Programme Manager to in writing of project reports and other project documents
• Liaising with coordinating bodies and partners in Nairobi as required – MoH and other government authorities, NGO’s, UNICEF, WHO
• Performing any other responsibilities deemed appropriate by the Programme Manager

Essential Experience and Skills:

Education
• A nursing degree or a nutrition degree with strong clinical background
Essential Experience and Skills
• Three years clinical experience
• At least one year experience working in nutrition interventions, preferably CTC
• Experience/knowledge of MoH systems, particularly at the provincial and district level
• Knowledge/experience of the challenges of working with and through local partners.
• Familiarity with/experience in the public health approach
• Computer and report writing skills
• Fluent in English

Special skills

• Commitment to working with a value-based organisation
• Local language skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible
• Innovative
Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should apply by sending a CV and a covering letter to:

The Human Resource Manager,
Concern Worldwide,
Nairobi,

at the following email address: nairobi.hr @ concern.net

The closing date for application is 5th February 2010.

Each application should include three referees, at least two of which can validate field and technical expertise.

Telephone contacts must be submitted with the application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview

United Nations Volunteer Medical Specialist

Is there no mountain high enough for you, Doctor?

If you are a Medical Dr (General Practitioner, Obstetrician/Gynaecologist, Paediatrician, Internist (Specialist in Internal medicine) or Psychiatrist/Psychologist) who would like to explore the possibility of working in the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho for a period of 24 months, the UN system in Lesotho is offering you an excellent opportunity to join the UNV Medical Drs programme as a United Nations Volunteer Medical Specialist.

This USAID and UN supported programme has been designed within the context of the short-term Emergency Human Resource Plan for Lesotho.

The objective of the programme is to support the Government by deploying Medical Doctors at different levels of the health care system to both provide care but also train and build capacity of local staff in providing care.

Trained Medical Drs with competencies are urgently required to help mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS in Lesotho, which has the third highest prevalence rate (23%) in the world and to reduce the incidence of Maternal and Child Mortality.

The United Nations system in Lesotho through UNDP is seeking to fill several posts for International Professional in the above specified fields of practice.

Please apply by sending your CV to registry.ls @ undp.org by the deadline of 5 February 2010.

If you are already registered as a UN Volunteer, please also include your UNV roster number in your communication.

If successful, you will be offered a 24-months contract as a UNV volunteer with a monthly volunteer living allowance (VLA) intended to cover housing, basic needs and utilities, equivalent to US$ 1729 for single person, US$ 1979 for person with one dependant, and US$ 2179 for person with two or more recognized dependants; settling-in-grant (if applicable); life, health, and permanent disability insurance; return airfares (if applicable); resettlement allowance for satisfactory service.

If you are qualified outside the country we will facilitate your registration process and secure your resident permits. Accommodation will be offered to those Doctors engaged under this programme.

UAP Insurance Jobs in Kenya

UAP Insurance is a composite company and one of the leading insurance companies in the East African region, and is the first foreign underwriter in Southern Sudan.

The Company ranks highly in business volume, market share, profits, net assets and other significant attributes.

UAP is the first insurance company in the region, to be ISO certified.

We are looking for qualified individuals to fill the following position in our Head Office, Nairobi:-

Bancassurance & Special Channels Manager

The overall responsibility will be to develop and roll out new distribution channels and to manage the strategic and operational activities in the Bancassurance and special channels department of UAP

Key tasks will include managing and building a successful team, providing advice on potential products and services, setting clear sales targets, monitoring the performance of all the various channels, conducting joint-field work with Branch Relationship Managers and supporting their endeavors in bringing in business.

Tasks will also include developing and rolling out new distribution channels in consultation with Head of Marketing and Managing Director and presenting regular workshops and mini-seminars aimed at communicating and developing staff.

Candidates must have a degree in the relevant field, ACII, and minimum five years experience in marketing, in the industry

Relationship Officers

The overall responsibility will be to build strong business relationships with agents in General Insurance.

Key tasks will include soliciting business from agents, training and developing them and monitoring their targets. Tasks will also include providing marketing assistance and all the necessary support to enable them to deliver the set targets.

Candidates must have a Diploma in Insurance and a flair for relationship building

Interested candidates should provide a detailed CV, including present position, current remuneration, names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees, copies of professional/educational certificates and send it to:

Group Human Resources Manager,
UAP Insurance Co. Ltd,
P.O. Box 43013-00100,
Nairobi.

Or Email: recruitment @ uapkenya.com

Closing date of applications: 5 February 2010

Field Veterinarian - (DMI) Job Opportunity: VSF Germany

Field Veterinarian - (DMI)

Reg. Office
VSF Germany,
Lenana Road, Norton Court,
P.O.Box 25653, Nairobi, Kenya.
Email: Admin_Hr @ vsfg.org

Background

VSF Germany is a humanitarian and developmental international NGO, implementing projects in animal health, food security, emergency, rehabilitation, disaster preparedness, research and governance since more than a decade in the region.

We seek to recruit a qualified and well experienced Field Veterinarian to support the implementation of the Drought Management Initiatives in Turkana West district.

Key Responsibilities

• Permanently monitor activities and report progress to the Programme Officer
• He/She will be required to identify and provide training for the Community Animal Health Workers.
• Organize livestock traders meetings, facilitate traders access to communities and establish market links in key towns and food markets in drought affected areas in collaboration with local DVO and line ministry.
• Responsible for liaison with District Steering groups, Ministry Livestock, ARID lands, KARI, NGOs and other partners in fulfilling the livestock and market access components of the project.
• Develop work plans, financial projections and compilation of the same in the project narratives.
• Respond to cross cutting issues affecting the community in cooperation with specific expert agencies
Qualifications, Experience, Attributes and Skills required.
• University degree in Veterinary Medicine/Animal Health
• A minimum of 3 years working in Livestock related rural development Projects.
• Knowledge and experience of working with pastoral communities.
• Excellent computer knowledge
• Excellent managerial and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of Donor Finds Management and reporting
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to the above contacts.

Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date is 5th February 2010

Community Extension Worker (2) Job Opportunities: VSF Germany

Community Extension Worker (2)
Reg. Office VSF Germany,
Lenana Road, Norton Court,
P.O.Box 25653, Nairobi, Kenya.
Email: Admin_Hr @ vsfg.org

Background

VSF Germany is a humanitarian and developmental international NGO, implementing projects in animal health, food security, emergency, rehabilitation, disaster preparedness, research and governance since more than a decade in the region.

We seek to recruit TWO qualified and well experienced Community Extension Workers to support the implementation of the Drought Management Initiatives in Turkana West district.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead in Community organizing for action in Livestock based livelihoods among the pastoralists in Turkana and work with Community associations (VICOBA, PFS, CAHWs and VLUPC/ABCD groups) in stimulating action towards drought preparedness and to cause and implement change in the livelihoods of poor pastoralist in the region.
• Lead in designing and implementing statements that stimulates, encourages, and train to facilitate community participation in activities aimed at mitigating the impacts of drought related, water stress in Turkana West District.
• Carry out mobilization and awareness raising campaigns during project implementation.
• Build partner capacity, to play various roles in project implementation
• Take part in training project beneficiaries with a view to ensure long term sustainability.
• Create sustainable strategic linkage aimed at enabling the local communities to mobilize local resources and also access further sounding for sustainable mitigation efforts.
• Develop and implement practice and participatory response to drought challenges
• Prepare projects reports and document lessons learnt in the project for information sharing.
Qualifications, Experience, Attributes and Skills required
• Diploma level as a social worker, range resource management, Community development or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years experience in the field working with rural communities (preferably with an NGO) in the capacity of a Community mobiliser / trainer / facilitator.
• Experience or demonstrated ability working with women groups or sensitive to the needs, priorities and rights of women and the disadvantaged within the communities.
• Minimum 2 years experience in Pasture management and conflict mitigation in the pastoralists
• Fluency in written and spoken English, fluency in Ng'aturkana would an added advantage
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to the above contacts.

Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date is 5th February 2010

Medical Doctors Jobs (2 Positions): Impact Research and Development Organization

Impact Research and Development Organization, a national NGO based in Kisumu, is looking for two qualified and experienced Medical Doctors to fill the positions of Research Doctor for a Clinical Drug Trial (preferably female) and Male Circumcision RollOut program (preferably male).

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized university, with at least 3 years post qualification clinical experience in a busy facility. Masters degree in Public Health or related discipline advantageous.
• Must have a valid practicing License.
• Research Doctor should have training and practical experience in ART management; MC RollOut Doctor must have program management experience.
• Must possess the following qualities: attention to detail, excellent teamwork, good communication skills, ability to work with minimum supervision, high level of professionalism and ability to prepare quality reports.
Submit applications, complete with CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 5th February, 2010.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Human Resources Officer,
Impact Research and Development Organization,
P.O. Box 9171,
Kisumu.

Program Support Officer, Procurement Job: Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)

Functional Title: Program Support Officer, Procurement
Org. Unit: UNAIDS

Reporting to: Procurement Officer
Date of Issue: 22 January 2010

Contract Type: National UNV Specialist
Duty Station: Ministry of Finance, Nairobi Kenya

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

The Ministry of Finance is the Principle Recipient of Global Fund grants in Kenya to the
HIV Round 7, TB Round 5 and 6 and Malaria Round 4 programmes.

Ministry of Finance seeks to recruit an officer to support the procurement office of the Global Fund Unit to ensure that procurement functions of the Ministry under the Global Fund grants are sufficiently strengthened to work efficiently and effectively.

The position will be supported by UNAIDS through the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) Programme. UNV is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support human development worldwide.

II. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
• Masters degree in Commerce or finance related field,
• Professional diploma in supply management,
• Computer skills: Microsoft office (Excel, Power Point, Access and Word),
• Demonstrated experience in working with databases and computer packages in procurement

Experience:

• Knowledge of public service procurement policies and procedures
• Knowledge of GF procurement procedures will be an added advantage
Language Requirements:
• Fluency in English

Application Procedure:-

Detailed TOR can be accessed at www.unvkenya.org.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their
curriculum vitae marked “Program Support Officer, Procurement – Nairobi” by email
to: cvs.unvkenya @ gmail.com.

The title of the post MUST appear in the subject line.

Deadline for application: 10 February 2010.

Please note that:
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• UNAIDS is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns.
• Applications from women are particularly encouraged.

Program Support Officer, Procurement Job: Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)

Functional Title: Program Support Officer, Procurement
Org. Unit: UNAIDS

Reporting to: Procurement Officer
Date of Issue: 22 January 2010

Contract Type: National UNV Specialist
Duty Station: Ministry of Finance, Nairobi Kenya

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

The Ministry of Finance is the Principle Recipient of Global Fund grants in Kenya to the
HIV Round 7, TB Round 5 and 6 and Malaria Round 4 programmes.

Ministry of Finance seeks to recruit an officer to support the procurement office of the Global Fund Unit to ensure that procurement functions of the Ministry under the Global Fund grants are sufficiently strengthened to work efficiently and effectively.

The position will be supported by UNAIDS through the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) Programme. UNV is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support human development worldwide.

II. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
• Masters degree in Commerce or finance related field,
• Professional diploma in supply management,
• Computer skills: Microsoft office (Excel, Power Point, Access and Word),
• Demonstrated experience in working with databases and computer packages in procurement

Experience:

• Knowledge of public service procurement policies and procedures
• Knowledge of GF procurement procedures will be an added advantage
Language Requirements:
• Fluency in English

Application Procedure:-

Detailed TOR can be accessed at www.unvkenya.org.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their
curriculum vitae marked “Program Support Officer, Procurement – Nairobi” by email
to: cvs.unvkenya @ gmail.com.

The title of the post MUST appear in the subject line.

Deadline for application: 10 February 2010.

Please note that:
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• UNAIDS is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns.
• Applications from women are particularly encouraged.

Dairy Processing Company Jobs in Kenya

A medium sized, reputable Dairy Processing Company seeks to recruit qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions.

Applicants must be performance driven and possess skills and demonstratable achievement record.
1. Brand Manager
2. Human Resource Manager
3. Sales Representatives
4. Salesmen
5. Merchandisers / Promoters.


Interested candidates with experience in the Dairy Industry are required to send applications enclosing detailed CV stating current salary, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, names of two referees and mobile contact.

Applications to be received by 28th January 2010.

Application can be sent to:

Advertiser
P.O Box 32543-00600
Nairobi.

Nairobi Islamic NGO Health and Medical Jobs in Kenya

We are an Islamic NGO based in Nairobi looking for:

1. Resident Medical Officer

• Minimum working experience - 2 years in a hospital setup
• Registered with MPDB of Kenya
• Licence for Private Practice
• Experience in paediatrics will be an added advantage

2. Registered Community Health Nurse

• Must be Female
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Valid Practicing License
• KEPI trained and have knowledge of Private Vaccination
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a busy MCH
• Candidates with marketing skills will be an added advantage.
Apply To:

The Administrator,
P.O. Box 46041 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

or e-mail: tumainimed @ gmail.com

Deadline for applications: 20th February 2010.

Del Monte Kenya Career Opportunity:

Del Monte Kenya Limited a world leader in production and marketing of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and juice beverages is in the process of recruiting a Senior Stores Department Head.

If you aspire to work in a dynamic and progressive processing environment, the following position should interest you.

Position: Senior Stores Department Head

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the position will be responsible for:
• Ensuring materials/spares are available.
• Ensuring processing of all receiving/issuance of documents is timely done.
• Ensuring proper storage of materials/spares for easy identification and avoid damages/loss.
• Budgetary control.
• To set and review stock levels on a continuous basis in order to meet operation requirements.
• Review and approve all purchase requisitions.
• To ensure record keeping is in conformance with DMKL Accounting practices.
• To check and verify quantity of goods received for payment.
• To ensure quality of goods meet DMKL quality specification.
• To ensure replenishment of fast moving goods on a daily basis to avoid operation stoppage.
• To review stock age and ensure stock rotation to reduce obsolescence.
• To prepare for annual physical stock take for the various accounts as per the stock take schedule.
• To oversee scrap disposal program.
• To lead, motivate and develop staff in the department.
• To execute safety measures and good housekeeping.
Persons Specifications:-

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:
• Aged between 28 and 45 years.
• Should have either a Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or any other relevant university degree
• At least 5 years hands on relevant experience in Warehouse/Engineering Stores in a large industrial environment.
• Must be capable of working independently and meet strict deadlines
• Must be results oriented.
• Computer literate.
Del Monte is an equal opportunity employer and this position offers good career prospects to the successful candidate.

If you believe you fit the required profile, please apply in confidence to the addresses below by 5th February, 2010 providing curriculum vitae that contain details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees.

The Human Resources Manager
Del Monte Kenya Limited,
P.O Box 147, Thika – 01000

Senior Travel Consultant Job in Kenya

A Travel and Tours Company in Kenya is looking for an experienced Senior Travel Consultant

Senior Travel Consultant

Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Travel Consultant will be responsible for:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinating and overseeing the day-to-day operations of tours and travels
• Exploring and identifying new business opportunities in the industry
• Nurturing and enhancing the business-to-business relationships with the company’s existing client base and all stakeholders
• Organizing, facilitating and attending tourism events conferences, workshops, seminars and exhibitions
• Overseeing and interpreting all monthly financials with input on budgets
Requirements:
• University Degree in Business Management or relevant field
• Diploma in Travel & Tourism Management from a recognized college
• A minimum of 5 years experience in the same or similar capacity
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build strong relationships
How to Apply:

Please send your application with a detailed CV including names of 3 professional references to jersyconsulting @ gmail.com

Closing Date: 29th January 2010.

Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Human Resources Manager Vacancy in Kenya

Our Client in the Floriculture Business, would like to recruit a dynamic and motivated individual for the following post to join its team of professionals.

Human Resources Manager

For more details on the job see our website: www.hcbs-kenya.com

Attractive terms and conditions of service offered.

Applicants should Register and Apply online at our website

Closing date: 29th January, 2010

Target Publications Limited Sales and Marketing Vacancies in Kenya

Target Publications Limited is a fast-growing educational publishing firm whose key products include Spotlight Quick Revision, Kurunzi ya Marejeleo Halahala series & Mazoezi na Marudlio Mufti ya Taswira ya Mtihani KCPE Kiswahili.

In order to strengthen its services the company wishes to fill the following positions:

Marketing and Sales Manager

Do you have the ability to design and implement innovative marketing and sales strategies and remain highly distinctive and differentiated in the marketplace?

Are you a B.Com, B.Ed, Information Science (Publishing Studies) graduate or a career marketer (who has risen through the ranks) with keen interest and knowledge of current trends in the book trade?

Do you have the added advantage of managing sales drives and organising marketing events?

You might just be the strategist we need to give direction and motivation to our marketing/sales team.

Marketing and Sales Representatives
(Permanent & Contract Basis)

Are you agile and resilient with a knack for triumphing amidst cut-throat competition to deliver remarkable sales revenue?

Do you hold a B.Com, B.Ed, Information Science (Publishing Studies) degree or a
diploma with irresistible sales/marketing prowess?

Then we are seeking to work with you in the satisfaction of the book market needs.

A passion to navigate through stiff competition and an awesome track record should motivate you to get talking to us.

If you meet the above requirements, post your hand-written application letter enclosing a detailed CV stating age, current salary and benefits, daytime telephone contact and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three work-related referees and a typed one-page statement justifying why you are the best candidate for the job.

Applications should be received by February 01,2010 through:

The Managing Director
Target Publications Limited
Kipro Centre, 4th Floor,
Sports Road, Westlands
P.O. Box 13433 - 00800, Nairobi

(Only short listed candidates will be contacted)

Email: info @ targetpublications.co.ke

Website: www.targetpublications.co.ke

International Staffing Specialist (Recruiter) – East Africa Job Vacancy: World Vision

World Vision International is a global Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to helping children and their communities worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced recruitment professional to join our international team of staffing specialists with overall responsibility to provide effective, transparent and legally compliant staffing services to a designated group of hiring offices in East Africa, focused on delivering quality ministry to the communities and children we seek to serve.

The successful applicant will have at least 5 years experience in recruitment of executive, professional and technical positions in the African context, strong customer service focus and ability to thrive in fast paced environment.

Working knowledge of Humanitarian NGO’s is desirable.

This is a national position based in Nairobi, Kenya and qualified applicants must have the legal right to work in Kenya.

For a complete job description and requirements, visit our website at www.wvi.org.

Please submit your resume and application to wvicareers2 @wvi.org.

Please include your name and position title in the subject line.

Applications close on 5 February 2010.