| The hardest question in an interview….How….. Posted: 26 Jul 2011 02:14 PM PDT 'What salary do you expect us to take home?' This probably the hardest question you get in an interview and which I hope you don't get in the vent that you have not done enough research. It is not probably asked for those joining a company at entry level because I know at this stage each company believes they offer the best. For management trainees, most employers believe they are the best paying because they try as much as possible to match their entry salary to the market or offer slightly above it.?
This is in line with a lot of companies' policy of making sure that they get the crème de la crème of the graduates. This throws them into a competition which the audit firms end up winning anyway even beating competitions like, Unilever, EABL, Bamburi for engineers and other technical specialized talents. 
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| Should I Include A Photo On My CV? Posted: 26 Jul 2011 11:46 AM PDT Commonly considered to be one of the biggest mistakes you can make when writing your CV, including a photo can end your chances at a new job before you get a chance to really shine. But why is it such a crime and is there any situation that it becomes acceptable to include a photo on your curriculum vitae? This articles looks at some of the key points so you can make your own mind up. Let's face it, unless you are a model or movie star, the chances are that you aren't remotely good looking
enough that including a picture of yourself on your CV could be considered to be a good thing. Even if you are a Brad Pitt look-a-like, are your looks really what you want to promote as one of your key plus points? When applying for jobs you shouldn't be highlighting irrelevant points about yourself. Nobody cares if you can touch your nose with your tongue. There are things your potential employer can live without knowing right away. So how relevant is a photo? Sure, it might make your CV stand out from the others being looked at, but there are times when this isn't necessarily a good thing! Remember, recruiters have a sense of humor too – they like to have a laugh just like the rest of us. What do you think is going to happen if you are the only person to submit a CV with a photo on it? Think about it! A photo takes up valuable space on your CV, so why waste it with irrelevant information when you could use that space more effectively to promote your key skills (which will ultimately be what lands you the job – not your big grin!). If you go down the route of including a photo then you are doing yourself a disservice – you may as well not include your key skills or work history! Sometimes including a photo with your CV is not only acceptable, but a prerequisite for success. Some key examples; Modelling or acting jobs.
Possibly other jobs where appearance is important.
Any time your employer asks for a photo with the application.
Extended recruitment processes where the employer may be selecting a group of candidates from a large selection of potentials. In these cases it's OK to include a photo with your CV, but you should think carefully about which photo you use. If you work in a profession where it's common to include a head shot for job applications, then you probably already know about this and most likely use the services of a professional photographer. Your photo should be business professional – i.e. the same image as you would present at an interview.
It should be a head / shoulder shot (not full body). Similar to a passport photo.
Your recruiter doesn't want to see your holiday snaps, or photos from a night out with your mates! Best of luck with your applications!
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| Nutritionist Jobs Kenya. Posted: 26 Jul 2011 11:00 AM PDT Nutritionist Kenyan Jobs. MAGNA Children at Risk is an international non-profit humanitarian organization whose objective is to provide medical aid to populations in crisis; active in Kenya since 2006. (In the event of an emergency and/or depending on operational needs, potentially available to work in other districts within Kenya and/or the region). • The Nutritionist is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the nutrition
programs, as well as liaising with various external partner.
• To facilitate the quality treatment and assistance of patients with MAM and SAM
as per the Magna treatment protocols, in order to reduce morbidity & mortality of
patients < 5 suffering from SAM
• To facilitate the implementation of CMAM strategy
• To ensure quality clinical care of all patients admitted into the nutrition program • Diploma in Nutrition with 2 years of experience
• Language: English/Kiswahili
• Demonstrate ability to successful implementation of medical program within the
community health facility in correspondence with outline strategies and activity
implementations
• Knowledge of management of severe acute and moderate malnutrition in children
• Good inter-personal, communications and representative skills
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure
• In-depth knowledge of routine government policy with regards to medical care in
the project location
• Self-reliant and independent work
• Commitment to Magna conception and values All applicants should send their CV (with 2 reference contacts), copy of certificates and a cover/application letter by 14th August 2011 to Magna office:
MAGNA Children at Risk, NGO
P.O.BOX 87795 – 80100
Mombasa, Kenya
Tel.:+254 (0) 41 4470911
E-mail: office@kenya.magna.sk Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Powered By WizardRSS.com | Full Text RSS Feed | Amazon Plugin | Settlement Statement | WordPress Tutorials 
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| General Manager Job. Finance Insurance Sector. Posted: 26 Jul 2011 10:55 AM PDT Our client is a fast growing business in the Finances and Insurance sector. Our client is focused on professionalism and integrity; providing quality customer care in service provision whilst having social responsibility and team spirit in all our operations. Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager will be responsible for the growth and
development of the Company and will be charged with the following accountabilities:-
Develop and recommend for approval Business Development proposals, plans, budgets, guidelines and ensure effective and efficient implementation of the agreed decisions
Set up the business cycle and ensure operations are executed in accordance with the approved policies and procedures
Establish and implement internal monitoring and control systems, processes and procedures of the Company
Plan, coordinate and control daily operations of the Company
Review operations results of the Company against established objectives and targets and take remedial action on unsatisfactory results A B.Com Degree or a related Business Administration degree
Full ACII qualifications
At least 10 years experience in the insurance sector, four of which should be at management level
Proven track record of business development in the insurance sector dealing with General and Life insurance business
Possess strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
Proven experience in establishing and motivating an efficient team
Self driven individual with impeccable integrity If you are interested, please send your CV to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 1st August 2011. State your current and expected remuneration, email address and day time telephone contact Powered By WizardRSS.com | Full Text RSS Feed | Amazon Plugin | Settlement Statement | WordPress Tutorials 
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| Administrator P.A Job Opportunity. Posted: 26 Jul 2011 10:45 AM PDT Personal Assistant Administrator Job Kenya. Pamoja Capital is a leading independent corporate finance advisory firm with offices in Johannesburg and Nairobi. Established in 2006, Pamoja Capital has offices in Johannesburg and Nairobi and aims to become the corporate finance advisory firm of choice in the markets in which it operate. The Administrator will be involved in the coordination and implementation of office procedures and frequently have responsibility for specific projects as assigned by the Managing director. S/he will also manage the day
to day running of the business; s/he will be responsible for procurement, event management, diary management as well as organizing for travel for the Managing Director.
Sorting and distributing incoming post and organizing and sending outgoing post
Maintaining a database of paperwork, documents and computer-based information
Monitor office operations
Maintaining an enjoyable and clean working environment Booking rooms and conference facilities for Managing director or as assigned.
Liaising with colleagues and external contacts to book travel and accommodation
Organizing both internal and external events as directed by the Director.
Schedule appointments and meetings for the Managing Director
Liaising with staff in other departments and with external contacts on office supplies.
Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies
Drafting Service Level Agreements for all suppliers dealing with the company.
Track office supply inventory and initiate the approval of supply orders
Manage office equipment and maintain an office asset register
Managing and maintaining office budgets
Attending meetings, taking minutes and keeping notes
Preparing reports, presentations, memorandums, proposals and correspondence
Potential candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Management/Commerce and related field from a recognized institution.
Must possess excellent organizational, grammar and very good oral and written communication skills.
Must be detail oriented and able to work with a high degree of accuracy
Should be able to work and compile data and reports
Be able to make capable and effective decisions
Be able to prioritize, and manage tasks
Be pleasant, professional and proficient Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with Pamoja Capital; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Wednesday, 3rd August 2011 to: pamojacapital@gmail.com. Powered By WizardRSS.com | Full Text RSS Feed | Amazon Plugin | Settlement Statement | WordPress Tutorials 
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| Field Workers Jobs in Dadaab Kenya – International Organization for Migration Posted: 26 Jul 2011 09:32 AM PDT Vacancy Notice: IOM/075/11 Functional Title: Field worker- Livelihoods (CERF) 2 Positions Grade: ?UG (equivalent to G2) Duty Station: Dadaab, Kenya Duration of Assignment: ?6 Months Job Description Under the overall supervision of the Programme Support Assistant and direct supervision from the Project Assistant- CERF the incumbent will assist in the implementation and responsible for the collection of data and information, monitoring and reporting progress of daily activities of the livelihoods component of the program. General functions: - Mobilize and sensitise pastoralist communities on communities in livestock marketing.
- Support establishment of pastoralists' production groups/companies.
- Working with pastoralists' production groups to ensure market compliance on quality and quantity.
- Conducts interviews and collects information on target beneficiaries.
- Arranges community meetings by inviting participants, arranging for venue and other logistical aspects of the meeting.
- Assist in monitoring the progress of individual beneficiaries and ensures that activities are carried out according to the daily work plan and instructions.
- Reports all issues on livelihood components and participate in brainstorming to resolve issues pertaining to the livelihood activities.
- Liaise with implementing partners, beneficiaries and local authorities on the developments of the projects.
- Submit reports on the daily status of the field interventions.
- Assists the project assistant in the resource mobilization activities for the livelihoods program.
- Conduct community resource training to project participants/beneficiaries.
- Facilitate planning, design and implementation of livestock and natural resource management in the community
- In collaboration with the Project assistant conduct training to community livestock herders on pasture storage, conservation and utilization.
- Facilitate and monitor resource persons training to group members and beneficiaries.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications - Diploma in Social Science, Economics or other relevant field.
- A minimum of 2 years work experience in the field of livelihoods including implementation of peace-building, agricultural or economic recovery projects.
- Proven experience in community mobilization.
- IOM functional competencies required: effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative analytical thinker, active learner, strong team player and cross cultural facilitator.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Language: Excellent command of spoken and written English and Swahili.
How to apply: Submit well written cover letter and CV including daytime telephone and e-mail address
to:- International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Human Resources Department,
P.O. Box 55040 — 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya or send via e-mail to hrnairobi@iom.int Closing Date: ?01st August 2011 You can now click on this link www.kenyanvacancies.com to visit our sister website for more vacancies. 
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| Project Assistant Job in Dadaab Kenya – International Organization for Migration Posted: 26 Jul 2011 09:31 AM PDT Vacancy Notice: IOM/074/11 Functional Title: Project Assistant – Livelihoods – CERF? 1 Position Grade: ?UG (equivalent to G3) Duty Station: Dadaab, Kenya Duration of Assignment: ?6 Months Job Description Under the overall supervision of the Kenya Humanitarian Response Team Leader, and the direct supervision of the Project Support Assistant, with close cooperation and coordination with the Head of Sub- Office, Dadaab, the incumbent will provide technical support and responsible for the coordination and implementation of the CERF Livelihoods programme. In particular, he/she will:- General functions: - Coordinate and assist to oversee the implementation of the CERF livelihoods activities, including supervising the Livelihood Field Workers, the community Resource Persons and issue detailed instructions on the daily tasks to be done.
- Participate in a rapid livestock needs assessment in the target area to identify possible intervention modalities, sensitization of community and set-up of outreach structures.
- Identify and assess both the target communities and their community driven livelihood project ideas in coordination with potential beneficiaries and the relevant local authorities and local project partners.
- Assist the community in conducting livestock off-take (de-stocking) exercise and breed improvement re-stocking and dissemination of livestock feed supplement/concentrates to the weak livestock.
- Support the implementation and rehabilitation of water facilities — sand dams/ sub- surface dams, shallow wells along lagers; technical support provided by Line Ministries and other relevant partners.
- In conjunction with implementing partners and the GoK, support and facilitate community trainings to livestock herders mainly on pasture storage, conservation and utilization.
- Identify systems to provide livestock health kits for migrating animals/herders along the migratory routes.
- Maintain a data collection and analysis mechanisms, including distribution tracking systems, and shares relevant information with partners within the humanitarian community as may be requested.
- Supports logistics for assessment and training missions including transport and accommodation in Dadaab.
- Coordinate in compiling weekly/monthly reports on livelihoods activities, meetings and trends and submitting to the Program Manager.
- Accompany and, from time to time, represent the Project Officers with partners, other donors, Governments or other meetings/ events of interest to the programme, for instance Early Recovery clusters, and report on meetings to the Livelihoods Project Officer as necessary.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications - Diploma in Social Science, Economics or other relevant field.
- Previous experience implementing CERF livelihoods projects is a must.
- A minimum of 3 years work experience in livelihoods- related work.
- Proven experience in project management including administrative and budgetary aspects as well as monitoring and evaluation.
- Proven experience of supervising staff and leading a team.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- Ability to work effectively and deliver under pressure and strict deadlines;
- IOM functional competencies required: effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative
- Analytical thinker, active learner, strong team player and cross cultural facilitator.
- Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Languages: Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
How to apply: Submit well written cover letter and CV including daytime telephone and e-mail address to:- International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Human Resources Department,
P.O. Box 55040 — 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya or send via e-mail to hrnairobi@iom.int
Closing Date: 01st August 2011 You can now click on this link www.kenyanvacancies.com to visit our sister website for more vacancies. 
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| Community Resource Persons – CERF Jobs in Dadaab Kenya Posted: 26 Jul 2011 08:28 AM PDT Vacancy Notice: IOM/076/11 Functional Title: Community Resource Persons [CORPS]-Livelihoods (CERF)? 3 Positions Grade: ?Ungraded — daily rate Duty Station: Dadaab, Kenya Duration of Assignment: ?6 Months Job Description Under the overall supervision of the Project Assistant- CERF and direct supervision from the Field Worker- CERF Livelihoods the incumbent will assist in providing community based logistical support and assist in the implementation and responsible for the collection of data and information, monitoring and reporting progress of daily activities of the livelihoods component of the program in the pastora list settlement schemes. General functions: - Assists the field assistant in resource mobilization activities for the livelihoods program and implementation of community extension services.
- Assist in conducting community needs assessment of groups, beneficiaries and help identify community owned project activities/ideas.
- Facilitate daily monitoring, evaluation and documentation of project activities by management committees and beneficiaries at village level.
- Conducts interviews and collects information on target beneficiaries in the community.
- Assist in monitoring the daily progress of individual beneficiaries and ensures that activities are carried out according to the daily work plan and instructions.
- Reports all issues on livelihood components and participate in brainstorming to resolve issues pertaining to livelihood activities at the village level.
- Assist in mobilizing and sensitizing pastoralist communities on livestock destocking and re-stocking, animal health and production.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications - Certificate/training in agriculture, Animal health, Social Science, Economics or other relevant field.
- A minimum of 1 year work experience in the field of livelihoods including implementation of peace-building, agricultural or economic recovery projects.
- Proven experience in community mobilization.
- Proven integrity in community development work, and community owned resource in the particular villages.
- IOM functional competencies required: effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative analytical thinker, active learner, strong team player and cross cultural facilitator.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Language: Excellent command of spoken and written English, Swahili and Somali.
How to apply: Submit well written cover letter and CV including daytime telephone and e-mail address to:- International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Human Resources Department,
P.O.Box 55040 — 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya or send via e-mail to hrnairobi@iom.int Closing Date: ?01st August 2011 You can now click on this link www.kenyanvacancies.com to visit our sister website for more vacancies. 
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| General Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya Posted: 26 Jul 2011 08:25 AM PDT Our client is a fast growing business in the Finances and Insurance sector. Our client is focused on professionalism and integrity; providing quality customer care in service provision whilst having social responsibility and team spirit in all our operations. They are looking for an ambitious, self-driven candidate to fill the position of: General Manager Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager will be responsible for the growth and development of the Company and will be charged with the following accountabilities:-
- Develop and recommend for approval Business Development proposals, plans, budgets, guidelines and ensure effective and efficient implementation of the agreed decisions
- Set up the business cycle and ensure operations are executed in accordance with the approved policies and procedures
- Establish and implement internal monitoring and control systems, processes and procedures of the Company
- Plan, coordinate and control daily operations of the Company
- Review operations results of the Company against established objectives and targets and take remedial action on unsatisfactory results
Experience and Qualifications - A B.Com Degree or a related Business Administration degree
- Full ACII qualifications
- At least 10 years experience in the insurance sector, four of which should be at management level
- Proven track record of business development in the insurance sector dealing with General and Life insurance business
- Possess strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
- Proven experience in establishing and motivating an efficient team
- Self driven individual with impeccable integrity
If you are interested, please send your CV to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 1st August 2011.
State your current and expected remuneration, email address and day time telephone contact You can now click on this link www.kenyanvacancies.com to visit our sister website for more vacancies. 
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| Data Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya Posted: 26 Jul 2011 08:23 AM PDT Data Manager Our client is looking for an individual assist in the verification of data quality, statistical analysis and generating reports. Specific duties - Oversee and manage the work of a data clerk as well as perform same duties as needed
- Design and modify protocols, standard operating procedures, and data collection forms
- Design SPSS databases and manage SPSS and Access databases
- Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly work schedules for the data office
- Check for errors in the data, correct the errors, and maintain cleanliness of the data
- Present weekly and monthly reports of data analysis
- Be responsible for maintaining the security of the data
- Train clinical research staff to help improve the quality of the data being collected
Qualifications and Experience - Masters Degree in biostatistics or a related field with 2-3 years work experience.
- Computer mastery in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following programs: SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, Stata, and Ms Access.
Kindly send your CV and current remuneration details to theleadrecruiter@gmail.com. You can now click on this link www.kenyanvacancies.com to visit our sister website for more vacancies. 
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