Wednesday, June 15, 2011

kenya's hot jobs

kenya's hot jobs


Resolution Health EA Ltd Business Consultants Job Vacancies

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:12 AM PDT


Qualifications:

O Level

Sales Experience

Duties:

You got to sell medical cover to companies and individuals

Duty Location: We are located at Nation Centre 13th floor, Kimathi Street.

We shall call you after reviewing your application. Thank you.

The Opportunity:

You can earn as much as 100,000 Per Month.

Send/Email your Business Consultant Job Application and attached CV


To Branch Manager

Email to: Mwaigiri@resolution.co.ke

Cc: Administrator3@resolution.co.ke

Cc: Aoduor@resolution.co.ke

Teaching Jobs in Kenya - Nairobi Waldorf School

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:11 AM PDT


The Nairobi Waldorf School is an international school which offers the Steiner Curriculum.

KG Assistant Teachers: must have KHA or Montessori Certificate, minimum three years teaching experience and be age 30+.

A Waldorf Education diploma is an added advantage.

Special Education Teacher: must have Diploma in Special Needs Education, PI, SI or B.Ed and three years teaching experience.


E-mail your application letter and attach CV only to: admin@nairobiwaldorfschool.ac.ke by 25th June 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Electrician and Boiler Operator Jobs in Kenya - Karirana Estates Tea Factory

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:09 AM PDT


We invite applications for the following positions.

Tea Factory Electrician with Diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years working experience in a similar position.

Boiler Operator for woodfired boilers, with proficiency and/or apprenticeship in Boiler operations and at least 5 years working experience in a similar position.

A certificate in electrical or mechanical engineering will be an added advantage.

Send applications with detailed CVs and copies of testimonials/certificates to the address below to reach not later than 30th June 2011.

General Manager
Karirana Estates Limited
P.O Box 39 – 00217
Limuru

Agronomist Job Vacancy in Kenya - One Acre Fund

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:08 AM PDT


One Acre Fund is a growing not-for-profit company in Kenya.

We make small loans in the form of agricultural inputs, teach farmers how to use the inputs and then collect repayment.

We currently serve 24,000 farmers in Western and Nyanza Provinces and will double in size by the end of next year. We currently have over 200 employees.

We are looking for an experienced, strong team-player with training in agricultural sciences, a developed ability to manage horticultural trials, and superior research skills to manage the work in horticultural innovations for One Acre Fund's Kenya program.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Develop and test appropriate planting techniques for One Acre Fund crops. Current crops include maize, sukuma, tree crops, and common beans, but the list could expand.
  • Design proper packaging and storage of agro-materials (seed, fertilizer, chemicals)
  • Design and manage nursery trials and staff. Nursery trials are for new crops, products, and varieties. These trials will often be linked closely with field and farmer-based trials.
  • Investigate and develop management regimes for common pests and diseases.
  • Contribute to the improvement of soil nutrition management regimes.
  • Carry out field visits to farmer fields and groups for trainings, field trials, quality assurance, and troubleshooting and provide recommendations on seed issues, pest and disease treatments, agro-chemicals, soil treatment, etc.
  • Build relationships with agricultural research specialists and institutions
  • Research new techniques and inputs for agricultural related activities
  • Liaise between research and development staff, nursery staff, and field staff
  • Perform other related responsibilities, as required
  • Job will be based in Bungoma or Kisii, Kenya and will require 20-40% travel
  • Salary is modest and commensurate with experience. Job includes benefits. Regular career reviews provide opportunities for bonuses or raises based on performance.
Requirements:
  • Must have 3-5+ years of agricultural field work experience
  • Must have a college or university degree in the agricultural sciences or a related field.
  • Must have received a B+ or higher on KCSE
  • Must speak fluent English, Kiswahili
Preferred:
  • Experience working in a fast-growing company
  • Experience balancing many high-priority projects
  • Project management background or experience
  • Strong computer and data entry skills
Please do not apply if you do not meet our strict requirements above!

To Apply:

Deadline: June 29, 2011

Email your CV, cover letter and 2 letters of reference with name and contact phone number to jobs-kenya@oneacrefund.org or drop them off at our headquarters in Bungoma town.

For further info: call- 0739 882 428

Head Teacher Career in Kenya - Christian Academy

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:06 AM PDT


A Christian Academy is urgently looking for a competent Head Teacher who should have served in a similar position for at least five years (5 yrs).

Should be focused, have clear vision and demonstrate superb leadership skills.

Should be a motivator and have control of all school administrative duties.

Competitive package will be offered.

Applicants should be professionally qualified and committed born again Christians.

Send copies of academic qualifications, testimonials, C.V and a letter of commendation from a church Minister by Tuesday 21st June, 2011 to:

The Church
Administrator
P.O Box 54856 - 00200,
Nairobi

KIE Branch Managers, Estates Development Officer, PR Officer, HR Officer, Business Development Officers, Credit Officers, Strategy Officer and PA Jobs

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:05 AM PDT


Kenya Industrial Estates (KIE) Ltd was established in 1967 with the mandate of promoting industrialization through indigenous enterprise development in the country.

To achieve this mandate, the company provides Industrial sheds, medium to long term financing, and business advisory/ training services.

Currently, the company is going through change with a view to repositioning it to effectively contribute to the realization of vision 2030.

Consequently, a number of vacancies have arisen as follows:-

1. Branch Managers

Reporting to the General Manager-Operations, the successful candidates will be charged with the overall leadership of the branch.

The job holder will be expected to drive business growth, ensure company procedures and policies are adhered to, customer service delivery is efficient and ensure optimum productivity of the branch staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Business planning and growth (lending, debt recovery and incubation services).
  • Maximize revenue collection and manage costs
  • Ensure high quality service at the branch.
  • Ensure minimization of exposure to and impact of operational risks inherent in branch service delivery
  • Provide Leadership which facilitates conducive work environment and employee satisfaction at the branch.
  • Ensure established policies, processes, procedures and tools are complied with.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
  • Computer proficiency is a must
  • At least 3 years experience in handling SMEs.
  • Be a team player with great leadership abilities
  • Banking or microfinance experience will be an added advantage
2. Estates Development Officer

Reporting to the Manager- Estates Development & Incubation Services, the successful candidate is expected to provide leadership in the development of new industrial estates and ensure that all industrial estates are in a good condition of maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • In conjunction with Architects, prepare drawings for new buildings/structures.
  • Supervise building constructions to completion
  • Ensure that building essential facilities such as Electricity, water, sewage and Road services are in place.
  • Produce design drawings for building extensions and renovations.
  • Organize for proper maintenance for all the company buildings.
  • Set out works programmes for new constructions/ renovations to completion.
  • Prepare monthly construction progress reports for management use
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A degree in either structural engineering, Building Economics or architecture
  • At least 2 years experience in construction works
  • Computer proficiency in Archcard and other relevant packages
  • Highly proactive, team player attributes are necessary for this role
3. Marketing and Public Relations Officer

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for improving company image and marketing of company products and services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and coordinate all marketing, advertising and promotional activities
  • Conduct market research
  • Develop and implement marketing plans of the company
  • Liaise with the media and advertising companies
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • Marketing / PR-related degree or equivalent professional qualification
  • Experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies
  • Technical marketing skills
  • Proven experience in customer and market research
4. Human Resources Officer

Reporting to the Human Resource & Administration Manager, the successful candidate is expected to act as Strategic Partner, an Administrative Expert, a change agent and an Employee Champion within the organization.

Key responsibilities
  • Manpower planning,
  • Recruitment,
  • Compensation and Employee development
  • Training and career development,
  • Labour relations and discipline management,
  • Personnel transfer and movement,
  • Implement Performance management system
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A degree in human resource management from a recognized university, or any other relevant degree with a postgraduate qualification in human resources management.
  • A minimum of three years' experience working in a busy HR department.
  • A thorough understanding of HR functions and processes and broad generalist experience.
  • High level of computer skills especially in analysis tools including use of a human resource information system.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
5. Business Development Officers

Reporting to the Business development Manager, the successful candidates will undertake the following key duties and responsibilities:-
  • Implementing Agency banking through customer recruitment
  • Promoting and marketing company products/services
  • Coordinating entrepreneurship training
  • Participating in Development of new products
  • Managing of information and subcontracting centres
  • Initiating and implementing collaborations/partnerships with other institutions
  • Participating in screening and selection of potential clients for the company's products and services
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
  • Must be familiar with agency banking
  • Computer proficiency is a MUST
  • At least 3 years relevant experience in handling small and medium industries
  • Experience in a bank or financial institution will be an added advantage.
6. Credit Officers

Reporting to Branch Managers, the successful candidates will undertake the following key duties and responsibilities:-
  • Preparation of feasibility studies & business plans for our clients.
  • Identification of viable business opportunities and preparation of business profiles for the branch /department
  • Appraise/vet loan applications
  • Undertake debt collection
  • Carry out project implementation and commissioning
  • Carryout project supervision, evaluation and monitoring
  • Carry out business advisory services to clients
  • Carryout and conduct training for the both existing & potential clients
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
  • Computer proficiency is a MUST
  • Experience in a bank or financial institution will be an added advantage.
7. Corporate Strategy Officer

Reporting to the Corporate Strategy & Planning Manager, successful candidate will undertake the following key duties and responsibilities:-
  • Participate in undertaking strategic plan formulation and analysis
  • Coordinating the preparation and implementation of internal performance Contracts
  • Scan the market on continuous basis, advise managements on possible impact of any changes and action required to be taken to avoid a strategic drift.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Strategic Management, Economics or Mathematics.
  • Ability to do financial models/simulation using computer packages.
  • A masters degree in business administration will be a distinct advantage
  • Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written)
  • Experience in handling similar duties in a large organization is desirable
8. Personal Assistant (PA) to the Managing Director
(re-advertisement)

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative, secretarial and logistical support to the CEO.

Key Tasks
  • Arranging meetings, drafting minutes of meetings and preparing other routine documents
  • Ensuring follow-up action as may be required by the CEO from time to time.
  • Speedy processing, safe storage and retrieval of information for decision making;
  • Preparing workshop presentations, reports and speeches for the CEO.
  • Liaise with departmental heads on tasks allocated to ensure timely execution of the same.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
  • Computer proficiency
  • A masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
  • Minimum 2 years working as a Personal Assistant to a senior executive or as a senior secretary in a busy department is required.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written) are essential for the position.
  • Experience in events management is desirable.
  • Team player with ability to communicate well at all levels.
Applications must be accompanied by current curriculum vitae, giving details of educational and professional qualifications and addressed to the undersigned.

Applicants must also indicate their current and expected salaries.

The applications should be received not later than 22/6/2011.

Human Resources & Administration Manager
P.O Box 78029-0050
Nairobi

Human Resource Manager Career Opportunity in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:03 AM PDT


Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

Our client is a hardware (tools, building materials, industrial equipment) and home-ware (garden and home accessories) super store.

They are looking for individuals who have a more open approach to HR, they need to be a strategic thinker who will advise the company on high level capacity needs while ensuring that they are not limited by a personnel management way of thinking.

The position is more about strategy and needs assessment rather than daily logistics.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement HR management policies and procedures and monitor all HR activities and practices to ensure compliance.
  • Put in place appropriate employment policies and procedures and recruit staff and ensure that new employees receive proper instructions regarding their duties and terms of employment.
  • Co-ordinate the performance management process and all related functions including staff appraisal, training planning and implementation and incentive schemes.
  • Manage staff relations matters and offer training, advice and general guidance to managers and supervisors on labour laws and related market practices so as to ensure a harmonious work environment.
  • Oversee and coordinate all HR activities including the welfare and disciplinary matters.
  • Handle staff grievances in a prompt, conscientious manner while paying heed to the company's business needs and policies.
Education, Requirements and Experience
  • A Degree in Business or Social Science degree from a reputable institution (Psychology or Human Resource background will give an added advantage.
  • Higher National Diploma Human Resources Management
  • At least 5 years progressive job related experience with at least 2 years or more in a Managerial role.
  • A corporate governance background will give an added advantage.
Key Competencies
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
  • Team player and strong leadership and management skills
  • Planning and facilitation skills
  • Analytical and strategic abilities
  • Ability to manage complex priorities
  • Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Company Affairs
  • Represent the company on all dispute resolution matters with labor, courts and lawyers.
  • Maintain a record data base of disciplinary cases year on year with the purpose of advising directors of training material defects and assessing overall performance of staff by areas.
  • Advise Directors on legal matters pertaining to Employment.
  • Advise Directors on matters of Occupational health and safety
  • Oversee the smooth daily operations of company affaires in consultation with other Managers in the absence of the Directors.
Skills and Requirements
  • Education – Degree in Human Resources or Diploma in HR
  • Mature, non-aggressive but firm
  • Leadership skills, Integrity & Trust
How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CVs, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by:

Sending CV to: recruiter@personnelresource.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

"Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer"

Brand Manager Career Opportunity in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:02 AM PDT


Job Title: Brand Manager

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

Our client specializes in the manufacture and distribution of hair care, skin care, personal care and baby care products.

To take responsibility for developing plans and executing projects and initiatives that support the broader short and long-term marketing strategy.

The Brand Manager collaborates with Consumer Insights, to ensure the brand remains relevant to consumers and that all initiatives support the brand promise.

Additionally, Brand Managers take a lead in managing vendor partners and communication agencies, and all aspects of their projects.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Supports the new brand promise, brand vision, brand position, brand architecture and achieves overall business goals for the brand .He/she should always be available to the client and identify new business opportunities, customers, markets and potential products
  • Engages, inspires and galvanizes the organization around the brand vision, position and strategies so they are clear in bringing them to life in their areas of functional expertise.
  • Participates in brand strategy discussions and in setting a bulls-eye consumer target
  • Participates on a cross-functional team to develop new products following the process, including analyzing information to help set the sales forecast and financials and writing concept statements for consumer testing.
  • Analyzes consumer trends and information, and categories to help identify product categories to enter as future sources of growth.
  • Drives consumer understanding and insights that defines our prime prospects' needs, attitudes and values in order for consumers to have stronger and more impactful brand experiences
  • Analyzes current performance, trends, market conditions, and other contributing factors to help brand manager in recommending base and stretch revenue goals for upcoming year
  • Works with channel marketing and sales to identify programming to generate incremental sales and/or profitability.
  • Works collaboratively with operations/sourcing to identify and develop productivity initiatives.

Skills and Requirements
  • Internal/external customer focus
  • Bachelor's degree required in business or related discipline
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills required
  • Sound and proven interpersonal skills
  • Solid interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work on cross-functional teams in both leadership and member roles
  • Strong presentation and writing skills
  • Analysis skills to not only present data but also summarize the findings and propose recommendations for future improvement
  • Will be known for their innovation and vision in the area of Brand Development/Brand Management
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills and is a relationship builder
  • Must have a style that promotes respect, credibility and trust throughout the organization
  • Must be a business leader and a calculated risk taker
How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV's, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by:

Sending CV to: recruiter@personnelresource.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

"Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer"

Business Development Executive Career Opportunity in Nairobi Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:01 AM PDT


Job Title: Business Development Executive

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

Our client is a hardware (tools, building materials, industrial equipment) and home-ware (garden and home accessories) super store.

The job will be to source for business from a particular segment of contractors.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Developing new business relationships, generating and negotiating new income for the organization.
  • Presenting organization to the latent clients through communication, in person meetings, calls or by e-mails.
  • Managing the sales process, lead generation, credential pitch, questions, solution pitch and negotiation.
  • Motivating, possessing driving and acute care to minute details to ensure that all sales related opportunities to the organization are captivated and explored.
  • Maintaining and managing all sales related activities.
  • Creating and be responsible for all client's contracts, proposals, and further documentation, following organization's procedure.
  • Interacting effectively with other departments including account management and technical team.
  • Understanding client concerned risk management objectives including their return on invested capital objective.
Education, Requirements and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field
  • 3-5 years professional experience in sales and marketing field
  • Should be good at assessing client needs and sustaining relationships
  • She be a sales person who will use whatever opportunities that may arise to generate new business
  • Good communication skill in verbal, written, telephone, e-mail and presentations
  • Ability to analyze new business opportunities, research and detect problems
  • Strong management skills and should be able to keep promises
  • Excellent organizational and time management skill
  • Confident negotiator and able to close the deal independently
  • Must have positive attitude to deal with people
How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CVs, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by :

Sending CV to:recruiter@personnelresource.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

"Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer"

Imports and Logistics Manager Career Opportunity in Nairobi Kenyap

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:00 AM PDT


Job Title: Imports and Logistics Manager

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

Our client is a hardware (tools, building materials, industrial equipment) and home-ware (garden and home accessories) super store.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Coordinating all imports and exports
  • Initiating and following up on orders to suppliers
  • Generating cost benefit analysis based on the various market segments
  • Ensuring all goods ordered are insured and inspected
  • Coordinating with all clearing and forwarding agents to ensure proper documentation and SLA's are adhered to
  • Liaising with the warehouse team to ensure proper tracking of all stocks delivered to the warehouse
  • Following up on supplier payments
  • The import manager is required to be fastidious about every detail of each shipment and be accessible to resolve any issues that arise to avoid delays in shipments
  • They are responsible for generating client invoices in a timely manner
  • Keeping up to date on the latest customs and international trade laws is essential to be proficient in this position
Education, Requirements and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field
  • 3-5 years relevant experience
  • Candidate must be a problem solver
  • Should be able to find creative ways of solving problems
  • A good network in the import industry will be an added advantage
  • Need to be organized
How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CVs, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by :

Sending Cv to: recruiter@personnelresource.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

"Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer"

Tour Consultant Job Vacancy in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:39 AM PDT


Our client a tour and travel company based in Nairobi Kenya is looking to recruit a Tour Consultant.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responding to enquiries regarding hotels & safaris within 24hrs
  • Prepare itineraries to the various destinations of interest
  • Doing research and producing periodical newsletters with current offers to be sent out to clients
  • Doing tour bookings - both inbound
  • Doing regular check on website to ensure its up to date and running smoothly
  • Ensuring KWS park rules & hotel regulations are made clear to tourists
  • Ensuring payment for each tour booking is received in advance or proper authorization is received from a corporate prior to credit sale
  • Creating contact with hotels, car hire, sightseeing attraction and other service providers for best competitive contract rates
  • Ensuring the rates files are orderly & up to date
  • Ensure bookings that do not mature are cancelled in time to avoid cancellation penalties especially for hotels
  • Arranging to see vehicles (and if possible be accompanied by customer reps) before start of service to ensure quality and minimize customer complains
  • Briefing drivers before they depart for safari
  • Preparing welcome pack for tourists before departure for safari
  • Ensure clients' special requests especially on accommodation & room specification, driver guide language, meals and others are pre-arranged. (E g. ensuring families are booked rooms closer together & pork is not served to Muslim guests etc.)
  • Being on standby ready to provide solutions in case of mishaps during safari
  • Coordinating with travel consultants to arrange flying & ground packages
  • Opening client tour files for upcoming tours especially groups
  • Making follow-ups for tour quotations
  • Ensuring that tours quotations are competitive inclusions, exclusions as well as terms & conditions of a quotation should be highlighted to reduce disputes with clients
  • Making sure vehicles (especially if hired from outside) have the company stickers
Prerequisites

Experience and Education:-
  • Previous experience of like 5yrs and above in the same position is required.
  • Must be able to speak, read, write, and be very good in computers.
  • Have the relevant education to the position
If you meet the above, kindly send or resend your application along with an up-to-date CV with telephone contacts for three professional referees to swift.recruitment.recruit@gmail.com including your daily telephone contact, current net salary and your expectation.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Gibebe Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:38 AM PDT


Gibebe Project Coordinator

1 Post

Summary

Reporting to the Founder, will provide administrative and project management duties to support the management.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Event planning and coordination. The project coordinator will assist in initiating and managing projects.
  • Acknowledge, handle and distribute both incoming and outgoing mails accordingly
  • Manage client portfolios as well as maintaining client/supplier relations
  • Oversee and facilitate events logistics
  • Manage customer calls and meetings including minutes
  • Maintain and ensure the company's interest and those of customers are met while Participate in ongoing monitoring and nurturing of clients relationships
  • Assess projects and processes on an on-going basis to identify and propose changes as needed
  • Will identify new product needs and make recommendation to management
  • Perform analysis to support decision making and recommendations
  • Assist in administrative duties and other responsibilities as per required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements
  • A minimum of bachelor's degree in business, marketing or communication. An additional college certificate or diploma in project management, human resource management or I.T related courses will be an added advantage
  • Excellent planning and organizing skills
  • Good written and communication skills
  • Self motivated
  • Be able to work with minimum supervision
  • Passionate about life coaching and motivation with in-depth knowledge in the coaching/motivation industry
  • Experience of at least 1 year working with reputable organization
N/B. This is an entry level position.

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V and current remuneration to jobs@joycembaya.com on or before 30th June 2011

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

SAP Business One Consultants Job in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:37 AM PDT


We are a company that values talent and rewards performance, offering a bright future to motivated individuals.

Bluekey has offices in Johannesburg, Nairobi, Cape Town and Durban, we are fully able to deliver the right solutions for 3—100 users, on time and within budget in the Africa region.

You will be joining the largest and fastest growing SAP Business Partner in Africa.

Visit us on www.bluekey.co.ke

Candidates should have:
  • At least one Degree
  • They must have worked with SAP Business One for at least 3 years
  • SAP Business One certification an advantage
  • They must have implemented SAP business One for at least 6 sites, end to end
  • They must have used SAP Business One version 8.8 (latest version) before
  • They must have been involved in at least 3 Scoping, Blueprinting exercises themselves fully and must provide visibility of the written Blueprints they have prepared themselves
  • Must have some project management background
  • Must be able to work end to end unsupervised
  • Added advantage will be if they have managed teams of consultants
  • They must have strong knowledge of Micro Soft SQL, be able to write MS SQL queries and reports
  • Will be an advantage if they know the Crystal report writer tool
  • Will be an advantage if they have an accounting background
  • A tertiary qualification is essential as are a cool head, attention to detail and problem solving abilities.
Send CV to careers@bluekey.co.ke not later than 24th June 2011

Kenya Forest Service Management Trainees Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:35 AM PDT


Management Trainees

20 Posts

KFS Grade 9

Ref: KFS /HR/MTS/01/2011

Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament to sustainably manage and conserve all types of forests. As part of the Organization's succession planning strategy, the Management wishes to recruit young and dynamic individuals as management trainees.

The successful candidates will undergo intensive management training for two years in Forestry management, Conservation and Utilization and thereafter be posted to various assignments within KFS Headquarters and field.

Requirements
  • A Bsc. Degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or any other related field from a recognized University
  • Must have graduated within the last five (5) years
  • Must have a minimum of 2nd class honors upper division
  • Must be aged between 24-29 years
  • Must be computer literate
  • Prior exposure (attachment) in a Natural Resource Field is desirable.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before June 17th, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Deputy Director
Human Resource and Administration
Kenya Forest Service
P.O. Box 30513-00100
Nairobi

www.kenyaforestservice.org

AMREF Director of Health Programme Development Job in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:34 AM PDT


AMREF is the largest indigenous health development nongovernmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health.

With headquarters in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website www.amref.org

Director of Health Programme Development
CHR/11/06/10

As part of the senior management team, the Director of Health Programme Development will provide leadership in the development and implementation of AMREF's health programmes, generating interest and concerns amongst the donor community, maintaining current, and attracting new partners into the various programmes.

This position is a key senior leadership and management position reporting to the Director General at AMREF Headquarters in Kenya.

To succeed in this challenging and unique role, you must have:
  • a track record of success at senior level in integrated health programme development in an international health related environment;
  • proven experience of health strategy development, resource mobilization and proposal writing
  • proven experience in working in a multi-cultural, global organization with demonstrated leadership;
  • knowledge and/or understanding of Africa's development needs;
  • a Master's degree in public health or a related discipline;
  • working knowledge of French will be an added advantage.
If you can rise to the challenge of programme development priorities in developed and developing countries with passion and special focus on Africa's needs, please visit our website www.amref.org and look at the jobs at AMREF page for a detailed job description, required qualifications and application procedures.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Child Protection Advisor and Programme Quality Manager Jobs in Nairobi Kenya - Save the Children UK

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:56 AM PDT


Save the Children UK is a leading international child rights organization, fighting to improve the lives of children in the UK and 50 countries around the world.

Together with children, we are helping to build a better world for present and future generations by making a reality of children's rights.

Save the Children UK in Kenya works in the North Eastern Province (Dadaab, Wajir and Mandera) with Programmes in Child Protection, Nutrition, Livelihoods and Health.

We are seeking qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

1. Child Protection Advisor – Nairobi

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Programme Quality & Design Director, the incumbent will expand Save the Children UK's portfolio of child protection programming and ensure quality programmes. S/He will ensure that all child protection programmes contribute significantly to Save the Children UK's strategic objectives, national/global learning and advocacy.

Key Accountabilities
  • S/He will participate in the development and review of Country Strategic and/ or Thematic Plans.
  • Analyzing donor priorities and positions on issues related to child protection; identifying institutional funding opportunities and developing and maintaining contacts with potential donors, partners and key technical agencies
  • In consultation with staff and project managers, contracted Consultants & Partners, agree on the range of advice, support, training and/or other assistance required from you to facilitate high quality programming in child protection.
  • Head in the development of tools for project staff and partners to improve the quality of child protection work.
  • Development of an M&E framework that helps each project improve quality of reporting, clearly articulate progress and impact of projects, identify issues for advocacy and new programmes/projects in the future.
Advocacy

Represent and advocate for Save the Children with UN agencies, Donors, Kenyan Government, NGOs and others at the highest levels in both verbal and written communications to ensure Save the Children UK is seen as the lead international agency in Kenya in terms of innovation and quality of implementation of child protection.

Person Specification

Essential
  • A Master's degree in Social Science with specialisation in Child Protection will be an added advantage.
  • Significant professional experience of working at field-based and senior management and /or advisory level in child protection at an international-level.
  • Proven international-level representation, analysis and advocacy skills.
  • Strong commitment to capacity building of national staff, partners and communities with experience of using participatory and consultative approaches.
  • Experience in emergency child protection work covering areas of separated children, GBV and children associated with armed forces and groups.
  • Strong report writing skills, including experience in designing child protection programmes and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
  • Good interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy, with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
Desirable
  • Excellent understanding of the child protection sector within the Kenyan or East African context.
  • Experience in implementing child protection programmes in a refugee context.
  • Experience in mental health and psychosocial support, child labour prevention and UNHCR's Best Interests Determination programming.
  • Experience in facilitating child participation in programme design and implementation.
  • Experience in promoting and mainstreaming Child Rights Programming.
  • Proven experience of successful fundraising.
  • Good understanding of the linkages between child protection and other key sectors of Save the Children UK's work specifically education, health and hunger.
2. Programme Quality Manager – Nairobi

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Programme Quality & Design Director, the incumbent will ensure effective systems are in place to monitor the quality and impact of all Save the Children UK's programmes.
Ensure quality information is being generated by the programmes we implement to fulfil the requirements of our Monitoring and Evaluation policy, donor reporting and national/global learning and advocacy.

Key Accountabilities
  • Directly manage sectoral technical advisors (currently Health, Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods, Child Protection and Education) under your direct line management. To ensure they have clear work plans and objectives and, at a minimum, receive quarterly supervisions and annual reviews.
  • S/He will actively participate in the development and review of any Country Strategic and Thematic Plans.
  • Specifically lead the development and oversight of the Monitoring and Evaluation policy and its implementation in practice.
  • Liaise with the Operations department, to ensure all programme staff and partners receive the necessary and appropriate technical support. In consultation with staff and project managers, agree on the range of advice, support, training and/or other assistance required from you to facilitate high quality programming. This will involve regular visits to Save the Children UK's operational areas.
  • Assist in the development of monitoring and evaluation tools for project staff and partners to improve the quality of their work. Where necessary provide technical training for project staff and partners as required (log frame development, M&E, sampling techniques, survey supervision, information management and analysis).
  • Represent and advocate for Save the Children UK with UN agencies, Donors, Kenyan Government, NGOs and others at the highest levels in both verbal and written communications to ensure Save the Children UK is seen as the lead international agency in Kenya in terms of innovation and quality of implementation of quality programme.
Person Specification

Essential
  • A Masters Degree in Social Sciences/Development Studies with equivalent professional experience.
  • Significant professional work experience in a senior monitoring and evaluation capacity for international NGOs, UN or donor agency or the private sector in Kenya.
  • Experience in the design and management of M&E frameworks for multi-million programmes.
  • Excellent understanding of monitoring and evaluation processes and methodologies with specific technical trainings in these areas.
  • Proven representation and advocacy skills.
  • Strong report writing skills, including experience in writing funding proposals and donor reports.
  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
  • Experience in data management and analysis using statistical software.
  • Experience in promoting and mainstreaming Child Rights based programming in programme design, implementation and evaluation.
If you meet the above requirements, please send your detailed CV and a cover letter indicating salary expectations and current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed to:

Head of Human Resources,
Save the Children UK, Kenya Programme
email: jobskenya@scuk.or.ke

not later than 20th June 2011.

Quote the job title on the subject line.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse

Logistics Assistant Job in Kenya - Norwegian Refugee Council

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:54 AM PDT


Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Somalia/Kenya is a two Country Program with four field offices in Dadaab (Kenya), Hargeisa (Somaliland), Bossaso (Puntland) and Mogadishu (South Central).

NRC has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and expanded to Puntland in 2006, Mogadishu and Dadaab in 2007.

In a short time NRC established Education, Shelter/Sanitation, Distribution and Camp Management projects for IDPs, refugees and local population in Somalia and Kenya.

NRC also has a coordination office in Nairobi, Kenya that was established in 2006.

Position Vacant: Logistics Assistant - Kenya

Reporting to: Logistics/Procurement Officer - Kenya

Duty Station: Nairobi

Duration of Contract: ASAP to 31st December 2011 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:
  • Register all incoming requisitions and status report on procurement for inclusion and circulation in the status report.
  • Liaise with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods, services and equipment.
  • Receive all supplies delivered to the Nairobi office and ensure that they are in good condition together with correct Delivery Notes, Invoices and export documents
  • Assist in preparation of documentation for bids committee meetings
  • Maintain proper files of requisitions, quotations and purchase orders
  • Organize for the dispatch of goods and equipment whenever required and verify the packing list, waybills and export documentation
  • Prepare transport documentation accompanying dispatches such as packing lists, waybills and loading details to accompany shipment
  • Prepare and communicate shipping details to field offices
  • Prepare periodic procurement/shipping updates and circulate to the NRC field operations
  • Manage inventory control/procurement of consumables and office supplies at Nairobi and ensure available stock in Somalia/Kenya Mission office store
  • Update the Mission Assets inventory for Nairobi offices and guest/staff houses and generate periodic reports
  • Assist in following up on exemption of duties and taxes from relevant government authorities
Required skills and qualifications:
  • Diploma in Logistics or Business Administration, or related Discipline.
  • A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position.
  • Previous NGO experience will be an added advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Fluency in the English, both oral and written
  • Goal oriented and has the ability to work under pressure.
Deadline for Applications: 17th June 2011

Applications should be submitted to:

Norwegian Refugee Council,
P O Box 21211-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Email Address: recruitment_nb@som.nrc.no

Or

Norwegian Refugee Council, Dadaab Field Office
P O Box 05, Dadaab

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation

ActionAid International Head of Human Resource & Organization Development Job in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:53 AM PDT


ActionAid International is active in over 47 countries in Africa, Asia, America and Europe regions in partnership with other organisations.

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) have been working in Kenya since 1972 to facilitate processes that eradicate poverty and ensure social justice through anti-poverty projects, local institutional capability building and public policy influencing.

ActionAid International Kenya works in 20 districts of Kenya and links key international, national and local institutions in favour of poor people.

AAIK seeks to recruit a dynamic and innovative professional to fill the following position:

Head of Human Resource & Organization Development

This is a senior position based in Nairobi, reporting to the Country Director, a member of the Senior Management Team and is technically supported by the Regional HROD Coordinator.

The overall responsibility of this position is to provide strategic leadership to the country programme's human resource and Organization development (HR& OD) processes and promotes its vision, mission and goals.

AAIK is currently finalising its CSP for the next five years and is looking for a dynamic HR/OD practitioner to support the board and leadership through the processes of the change required for repositioning the ActionAid Affiliate to implement the new strategy.

Person Specifications

Education/Qualifications
  • First Degree and Masters in Social Sciences, Arts or Humanities is essential.
  • Specialization in Human Resources Management is desirable.
Experience
  • A minimum of ten years relevant experience cognate experience in HR and OD, of which a minimum of five years experience in senior management position in Human Resource planning, recruitment, design and implementation of progressive HR strategies, systems, procedures and practices is essential.
  • Good knowledge of National Labour laws and Employee Relations Systems is essential
  • Understanding of gender issues in development and demonstrable commitment to promoting gender equity within the organisation is desirable.
  • HR/OD experience in an international NGO is desirable.
Skill/Abilities
  • Excellent management & leadership skills is essential
  • Excellent conceptual, analytical, documentation and presentation skills are essential.
  • Excellent skills in communication and report writing skills is essential
  • Excellent skills in facilitation and capacity building for inter-linkages amongst staff, partners & stakeholders are essential.
  • Excellent planning and prioritization skills are essential.
  • Ability to think strategically with strong analytical/problem solving skills is essential.
  • Excellent financial skills are desirable.
  • Membership of related professional institutions is an added advantage
Personal Qualities
  • Demonstrable commitment to supportive team working
  • Creative and takes initiative.
  • Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment
  • Effective IT skills.
  • Written and Oral Communications skills.
  • Willing to work additional hours at crucial times
  • A self-motivated individual with a "can do' approach, with the ability to spend sufficient time working in the field and have the ability to liaise with local, regional and international institutions including ActionAid International HROD Unit.
The successful candidate will enjoy flexibility and organizational space while joining an experienced and dynamic staff working alongside poor people.

Interested candidates should access the information pack which includes the Vacancy details, Job Description and application form from www.actionaid.org/kenya (vacancies section).

Only electronically completed application forms will be accepted and should be mailed to vacancies.africa@actionaid.org.

The closing date for receipt of application forms is June 22, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer.

Qualified women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Project Accountant Job in Homabay Kenya - South Nyanza Community Development Project

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:52 AM PDT


Office of the Prime Minister

Ministry of State for Planning, National Development And Vision 2030

Vacancy

Applications are invited for the post of

Project Accountant
South Nyanza Community Development Project

Key Responsibilities

The Project Accountant's duties and responsibilities include:
  • Contributing to the preparation of the Project Implementation and Financial Manuals;
  • Ensuring the Project's financial procedures as detailed in the Project Implementation and Financial Manuals are strictly adhered to by all project staff and executing agencies at the national and local levels;
  • Facilitating the timely disbursement of project funds;
  • Compiling of SOE for the PMU, the districts and headquarters for submission to the Ministry of Finance;
  • Liaising with the District Accountants from the Project districts and the lead project agency to ensure that SOE are prepared in timely manner and forwarded to Ministry of Finance;
  • Preparing financial reports and advising the Project Manager on the project's financial status and trends;
  • Ensuring adherence to the Government of Kenya's financial practices and circulars as issued from time to time;
  • Facilitating and ensuring that external auditors are availed all necessary documents during the audit as detailed in the Loan Agreement; and
  • Any other duty (related to the project's activities) as may be assigned by the Project Manager.
Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to the grade of Project Accountant for South Nyanza Community Development Project (SNSDP) a candidate must have:-
  • A Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting Option) from a recognized University and CPA (Kenya) Examination Part II;
  • A minimum of eight (8) years experience in donor funded projects three (3) of which must be at least at the level of Senior Accountant, Job Group 'L' and must have strong working knowledge of the Government of Kenya's accounting procedures;
  • Strong computer skills; electronic spreadsheets and other accounting packages;
  • Working knowledge of banking and financial control procedures;
Duty Station: HomaBay

Terms of Service

A one (1) year renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Suitable candidates should submit application, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, a detailed and updated curriculum vitae to the following address or before 22nd June, 2011.

The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of State for Planning,
National Development and Vision 2030,
P. O. Box 30005-00100
Nairobi - 00100

Or hand delivered to Treasury Building, 3rd Floor, Room 303.

Vehicle Sales Consultant Job in Meru Kenya - CMC Motors

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:51 AM PDT


CMC Motors Group, one of the largest provider of transport solutions in the East African Region is looking for a Vehicle Sales Consultant for its Meru operations.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the successful candidate will be in charge of the following Key responsibilities:
  • Develop and follow up on prospective customers and identify new business opportunities, while increasing sales
  • Prepare sales call programs
  • Conduct presentations to customers designed to achieve set targets and maximum results from sales opportunities
  • Provide superior customer care by ensuring that customer queries are promptly responded to
  • Carry out accurate appraisals of all vehicles presented for part exchange using a systematic appraisal record system
  • Validate vehicles valuations and negotiate with potential customers to maximize sales
Requirements
  • University degree with Sales & Marketing bias
  • Effective communication skills
  • Sales and Marketing skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • 3 years experience in a similar position
Applications should be addressed to:

Group Human Resources Manager
CMC Motors Group Limited
P O Box 30135 00100
Nairobi

To reach us by 20th June, 2011

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Jobs in Kenya - CMC Aviation

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:43 AM PDT


CMC Aviation Limited provides turn-key contract air service, including aircraft, aircraft maintenance, aircraft parts, flight training, flight personnel and related aviation support systems.

CMC Aviation is heavily involved in humanitarian projects through the logistical support of commercial, governmental and non-governmental projects in Sudan, the democratic republic of Congo, Chad and neighboring countries.

CMC Aviation Limited is seeking self driven, exceptional and suitably qualified individual to fill the position below:

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Bombardier CRJ200
  • Have category "A" and "C" (gas turbine) Engineers License
  • Have a minimum of 3 years experience on Bombardier CRJ200, of which at least 1 year must be as certifying engineer
  • Have received initial or recurrent CRJ200 type training within the last 2 years
  • Experience on Dash 8 series 100 to 300 would be an added advantage
  • Must be willing to work outside Kenya, on rotation
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications enclosing a CV, an application letter, copies of academic testimonials, names of three referees and a daytime telephone contact.

The application should reach us by 22nd June 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Human Resources Manager,
CMC Aviation Limited,
P.O Box 44580 – 00100,
Nairobi

All applicants MUST send a copy of their application to:

The Director General, KCAA,
P.O Box 30163-00100,
Nairobi

CMC Aviation Limited is an equal opportunity employer

Litigation Advocate Job Vacancy in Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:42 AM PDT


A middle sized law firm seeks to recruit:

Litigation Advocate

The ideal candidates should: -
  • Have at least 2 years post Admission working experience in a busy Law firm.
  • Have a current Practicing Certificate.
  • Be computer literate.
  • Be proactive, self motivated and aggressive.
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Have the ability to work in a team.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and have ability to handle pressure.
  • Have the ability to work with minimum or no supervision.
If you fit the above descriptions, you may submit your application together with a copy of your curriculum vitae, copies of the academic certificates, 2 coloured passport size photographs and your day time telephone contacts to:

The Office Manager
P.O. Box 45707 - 00100
Nairobi

On or before Thursday, the 30th day of June 2011

Data Manager Job in Uasin Gishu Kenya - OSCAR’s Health and Well - Being Project

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:41 AM PDT


The Orphaned and Separated Children's Assessments Related (OSCAR) to their Health and Well-Being Project is a 5 year NIH-funded cohort study examining the influence of care environment on the health and well-being of orphaned and separated children in greater Uasin Gishu region.

We are presently seeking a Data Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the data collected for the project, producing research datasets when and as required, producing reports when and as required.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following vacant position.

Role:

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will among others be responsible for the following
  • Assist in coming up with a Data Quality protocol to be used for quality checks and assurance for databases under data management.
  • Perform quality checks on the data and come up with ways of solving issues arising from this
  • Be a team player in coming up with derived concepts from the program data.
  • Assist in Planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling data management services in the project
  • Assist in reviewing training needs of data personnel and play an active part or role in the training and development of data staff. Review of performance of implemented computer systems and assess the need for amendments.
  • Review the performance of data entry personnel and give recommendations appropriately.
  • Assist in the design and implementation of encounter forms and databases
  • Ensure the maintenance of a high level of data quality in the databases used in the program
  • Provide technical assistance in data management to other data managers in the data management team as may be required.
  • Produce research datasets when and as required
  • Assist in the preparation of Monthly, Quarterly Semi- annually and Yearly reports as the case may be.
  • Work with AMRS and other AMPATH program data when and as required by the Principal Investigator
  • Any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Degree in Information Technology or Computer science or a related field.
  • 2 years experience in related field
  • Experience in research will be an added advantage.
Terms of Employment

The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.

Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should submit their applications and copies of certificate together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of current remuneration to:-

The Program Manager
P.O. Box 4606 -30100
Eldoret

So as to reach him not later than 17th June 2011.

NB. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pathfinder International Office Manager Job in Garissa Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:39 AM PDT


We are an international NGO implementing a multi-year program in North Eastern province and Tana River.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as Office Manager.

The Office Manager is overall in charge of administration, including procurement, logistics, fleet management, inventory and assets management; security and HR administration.

Job Requirements
  • Degree in Business administration or related field.
  • Five years experience in administration, preferably in an international non-governmental organization
  • Excellent working knowledge of USAID rules and regulations is desirable
  • Strong computer and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision
  • Strong interest in and commitment to HIV, reproductive health and women's issues.
Applications including cover letter, CV and references should be sent by email to
jobs@aphiaplusnal.org by 17th June 2011.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Oxfam Partnership Finance Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:38 AM PDT


Partnership Finance Officer

Location: Nairobi, with frequent field travel

Contract: Open ended

About Us

Oxfam's Kenya Programme is a complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slow onset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work.

Oxfam Kenya applies a one programme approach which means it has multiple activities that support a holistic approach to humanitarian, development and advocacy for long lasting change in poverty reduction.

Oxfam in Kenya works in the north, principally in Turkana, Dadaab and Wajir, the Nairobi informal settlements and on national level advocacy and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora.


To provide support in the implementation of Oxfam GB Kenya programmes and to the country Programme Partners, Oxfam GB is looking for a highly innovative and motivated individual to work as a Partnership Finance Officer based in Nairobi, with frequent travel to the field

The Role

You will provide advice on the development, implementation, and evaluation of financial management systems and activities of partner organizations, support and advise the programme team on the analysis and interpretation of partner budget proposals as well as make financial and administrative reviews of prospective programme partners.

The incumbent of this position will be expected to analyze and make recommendations on the competence and adequacy of general financial feasibility of partner organizations, review and comment on financial information submitted by partners against compliance with grant agreement letter requirements, monitor financial progress during the life of the project partnership to identify deficiencies as well as develop and maintain a tracking system of partners' financial reports while ensuring that subsequent disbursements are done based on compliance with grant contract.

S/he will be required to examine project financial records for accuracy and propriety of expenditures, assist in clearing partners' audit recommendations; make recommendations to correct deficiencies identified during periodic reviews, as well as prepare and submit OGB annual returns to respective bodies as required.

The person will also be required to actively support Programme managers in conducting partner mapping and various partnership assessments in line with Oxfam policies and guidelines.

What we are looking for

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Accounting or at least a CPA part II qualification coupled with intensive experience in providing a range of finance support services ideally in the NGO or public sector with a good audit background.

You will be expected to have the ability to analyze accounting process combined with high levels of initiative and ability to formulate recommendations to improve accounting systems.

You will be expected to have good training skills and with the ability make independent judgment on institutional capabilities and the adequacy of accounting systems and controls as well as the ability to detect the financial strengths and weaknesses of project partners and influence their ways of working.

Good communication and interpersonal skills are key for this role coupled with familiarity with Microsoft Office packages such as Word and Excel.

To apply

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably your current line managers to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk quoting Partnership Finance Officer by 16th June 2011.

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