Tuesday, August 2, 2011

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Kenya Army jobs in Kenya- (re advertisement)

Posted: 02 Aug 2011 05:00 AM PDT


Republic of Kenya

Office of the President

Ministry of State for Defence

Advertisement for the Recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers into The Defence Forces


The Kenya Defence Forces is pleased to announce to the general public that there will be a recruitment of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets and Specialist Officers soon.

Prospective candidates wishing to apply must possess the following relevant requirements.

1. Requirements

a. Must be Kenyan citizens.

b. Age:
GSO Cadets: Between 1 8 and 26 years old.
Specialist Officers: Between 18 and 30 years old.
c. Be medically fit for military service.

d. Have no criminal record.

e. Minimum Height: 5 ft 3 in. (5'3").

f. Minimum Weight:
Men 54.55 Kg (120 lb).
Women 50.00 Kg (110 lb).
g. Women candidates must NOT be pregnant.

h. Education:

(1) General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets

A minimum of mean grade B (Plain) in KCSE up to university degree with minimum subject grade of C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and in any one of the Pure Sciences (Physics, Chemistry or Biology)

(2) Specialist Officers

A minimum of mean grade C+ (Plus) KCSE and an undergraduate degree from a recognized University/Institution. Must be registered with the relevant statutory body, where applicable.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years' working experience for Specialist Officers.

2. Vacancies

a. General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets

b. Specialist Officers

(1) Pathologists

Must have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBCh.B) degree and postgraduate studies in Pathology and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).

(2) Medical Doctors

Must have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBCh.B) degree and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).

(3) Dentists

Must have a Bachelor of Dentistry degree and be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board (MPDB).

(4) Clinical Officers

Must have a Bachelor of Clinical Medicine and Surgery degree and be registered with the Clinical Officers' Council of Kenya (COCK)

(5) Architects

Must have a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree and be registered with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS).

(6) Lawyers

Must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and a post-graduate diploma from Kenya school of Law, must be admitted as an advocate of the High Court and be in possession of a valid current practising certificate.

(7) Chaplains/Imams

(a) Roman Catholic Chaplains: Must have a professional degree and be an ordained priest.

(b) Anglican Church Chaplains: Must have a professional degree and be an ordained priest.

(c) Muslim Imams: Must have a professional degree and be a qualified Imam.

Clear photocopies of relevant and genuine academic certificates and national identity card must accompany the application and be addressed to the:

Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces
(Personnel and Logistics)
Ministry of State for Defence
Defence Headquarters
Ulinzi House
P.O. Box 40668
Nairobi - 00100

so as to reach him on or before 17th August 2011.

Candidates who are shortlisted will be notified through the print media between 17thSeptember 2011 and 25th September 2011.

Toyota Cami Car Sale -jobs in kenya

Posted: 02 Aug 2011 04:57 AM PDT


Toyota Cami Car for Sale
Model: Toyota Cami
Color: Metallic Silver

Year:2002
Engine: 1290cc

Side Step
Alloy Rims
Fully Loaded

Offer Price: 770,000 Ksh Nego...O.N.O

Contact:0722 724 886

Wingroad S aero Rider 2003 Model Car for Sale

Posted: 02 Aug 2011 04:55 AM PDT


Wingroad S aero Rider 2003 Model ( Rare car to find around).

Specs:

Auto,Anti-Lock Brakes / Driver Airbag / Passenger Airbag / Power Windows / A/C:front / Power Steering / Remote Keyless Entry / CD Player / Power Door Locks

Km:42,000km

Arriving in late Sept 2010.

Offers invited.

E mail: goodpharmadeal@gmail.com

Matatu for sale -Nissan

Posted: 02 Aug 2011 04:54 AM PDT


Nissan matatu KAS 864J price Ksh 380,000 net income Ksh 3000 per day, route 33 Embakasi Mombasa road.

Fully compliant.

Contact nderitugpaints@yahoo.com or 0736 408713

Office Admin Cum Accountant Job in Kakamega Kenya (KShs 15K)

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:23 PM PDT


We are looking for an Office Admin cum Accountant to serve in our office in Kakamega immediately.

Responsibilities include:

Provide office support services in order to ensure efficiency and effectiveness within the Office

Main Activities
  • Receive, direct and relay telephone messages and fax messages
  • Answer queries or refer them to the appropriate staff Member for action.
  • Pick up and deliver the mail
  • Open and date stamp all general correspondence
  • Maintain the general filing system and file all correspondence
  • Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences and conference
  • telephone calls
  • Make preparations for board meetings
  • Maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies
  • Respond to public inquiries
  • Provide word-processing and secretarial support
2. Performs accounting functions
  • Maintaining accounts independently.
  • Experience in entering general accounting transactions on a day to day basis such as invoice, purchase orders, official receipts and payment vouchers in computerized accounting system
  • Knowledge of preparing cash flow statement
  • Maintain fixed asset register
  • Receipting.
  • Maintain general ledger
  • Prepare bank reconciliation statement.
  • Preparation of the necessary reports
  • Maintain and organize the necessary records/files to support transactions related to area of assignment
  • Liaise with banks, auditors and other governmental bodies
3. Perform clerical duties in order to maintain office administration

Main Activities
  • Develop and maintain a current and accurate filing system
  • Monitor the use of supplies and equipment
  • Coordinate the repair and maintenance of office equipment
3. Performs receptionist functions

Main Activities
  • Answer all incoming calls and handle caller's inquiries whenever possible
  • Re-direct calls as appropriate and take adequate messages when required.
4. Support the Executive Director and other staff

Main Activities
  • Assist the CEO and other staff as requested
  • Provide administrative services for the CEO.
5. Perform other related duties as directed

Skills
  • Excellent organizational and administrative skills
  • Computer Knowledge : good user of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Excellent Swahili & English Communication Skills
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to adapt and change based on new business requirements
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in Accounts and office administration

Education
  • Bachelor's degree/higher diploma in accounting/Business related studies.
  • C.PA finalist
  • Experience: At least 2 years of experience in Accounts and office administration
Salary: Sh. 15,000 Depending on qualifications.

Note: applicants from the designated area are encouraged to apply by 30th July 2011 at 5.00 pm.

If you meet the above qualifications send your CV to mideva2@yahoo.com

VSF Belgium Consultancy - Assessment on Livestock Slaughter Facilities in Five States of the Republic of South Sudan

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:22 PM PDT


Livestock – Epidemio - Surveillance Project Southern Sub – Project (Southern Sudan)

A study to assess the health regulations, management and ownership of livestock slaughter facilities in five states of the Republic of South Sudan

Terms of Reference

Introduction

Veterinaires Sans Frontieres Belgium (VSF-Belgium) is an international non-governmental organization whose vision is to improve the welfare of vulnerable populations in developing countries, through improving animal health and production.

We have been a key player in the livestock sector in Southern Sudan since 1995 with a major role in the establishment of a community based animal health delivery system. Since 2007 VSF Belgium has been involved directly in supporting the Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) in the establishment of an effective and efficient disease surveillance system in South Sudan.

This is under Livestock Epidemio-surveillance Southern sub-project (LESP) through a grant from the European Community (EC), a parallel project is being implemented in northern Sudan.

The overall objective of the project is long-term reduction of poverty of those involved in livestock farming.

The specific objectives are:
  • Completion of the rinderpest eradication pathway in Southern Sudan completed by 2008.
  • Establishment of an effective and sustainable epidemio-surveillance system (ESS) owned and supported by the Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) in order to support timely and effectively livestock disease control.
  • Ensure that the GoSS Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) has an informed and fully-costed strategy addressing main animal health issues affecting Southern Sudan.
The target groups for the project are the livestock owners of Southern Sudan, Community-based Animal Health Workers (CAHWs), Animal Health Auxiliaries, (AHAs), public and private veterinarians, Southern Sudan State Ministries of Agriculture and Animal Resources and Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) Directorate of Veterinary Services.

Consultancy summary

In the past four years the project had its focus on addressing the completion of rinderpest eradication pathway as recommended by the World Animal Health Organization (OIE), as well as strengthening the disease surveillance capacity of the government of South Sudan specifically targeting priority and emerging livestock diseases in South Sudan.

In a quest to take the surveillance effort further the project aims to advocate for an improved disease tracking system, linking up with livestock routes and marketing infrastructures. These marketing infrastructures were destroyed during the two decade long civil war.

The study is designed to look at the existing slaughter facilities in the five states of Central Equatoria, Jonglei, Upper Nile, Eastern Equatoria and Unity and assess their conformity with normal operating standards.

Location

This study will take place in the five State capital towns of Juba, Bor, Malakal, Torit and Bentiu.

Objectives of the survey

The objective of this study is to look at the status of the existing slaughter facilities and assess their compliance with normal standards applicable in meat inspection practices, i.e. ante and post mortem, processing as well as management and ownership of the structures.

1. The consultant will look at the structure of the facility in line but not limited to the points list listed below:
  • The site of the slaughter facility and the surrounding environ
  • Accessibility by the livestock traders and butchers
  • Availability of holding pens for ante mortem inspection and isolation
  • The size of the facility in relation to output
  • The design including various compartments i.e. slaughtering and skinning, carcass hanging facility, viscera processing and inspection space, slaughter by-products disposal and/or processing
  • Availability of necessary slaughtering equipments
  • Availability of potable water; power and adequate ventilation
  • Availability of adequate drainage as well as disposal facilities
  • Availability of offices and lavatories
2. Health regulations; the consultant will investigate the existing health regulations in the slaughter facility, this includes but not limited to:
  • Ante and post mortem inspection
  • Disposal of condemned parts
  • Health fitness certificates for the workers
  • Identification of inspected carcasses
  • Washing and disinfection facilities
  • Application of food safety principles on meat products starting within the facility all the way to the consumer e.g. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
3. Assess the processing/utilization/commercialization of slaughter by-products and comment on any unexploited potential for the processing/utilization/commercialization of the same.

4. Management and Ownership: the consultant is expected to document the existing management system in the slaughter facility and how the roles and responsibilities are divided between the veterinary authority, town council, butchers and livestock traders associations.

5. Gauge the knowledge of stakeholders ( cattle owners, traders, butchers, slaughter house staff and consumers) on public health issues especially meat hygiene, and understand their perception about the current systems.

6. The consultant is expected to assess the environmental implications related to the site and operation of slaughter facilities as well as transportation of meat products to retail outlets.

7. Document the findings with clear recommendations.

Execution
  • The expert(s) will draft a detailed work plan for the study within the first one (1) week of signing the contract
  • A participatory approach will be expected with maximum stakeholder participation and appropriate involvement of MARF and project target groups at all stages.
  • The whole mission is expected to be completed within 30 days
  • Three (3) days desk work
  • Twenty five days (25) days field work involving travel between the five states and consultation with the stakeholders
  • Two (2) days validation workshop in Juba
Deliverables

The expert(s) will be expected to submit a hard and soft copy of a detailed work plan within one (1) week of signing the consultancy contract.

A detailed final report will be presented to the VSF-B Regional Director and LESP Sub-project Coordinator entailing the findings and recommendation of the survey. The entire report will be presented in English and will remain the property of VSF-B. A hard copy and a soft copy must be submitted.

A draft report will be expected seven (7) days after the end of the mission and the final report is expected 5 days after VSF-B's comments.

The contents of the report shall be as follows:
  • Executive summary (covering major findings and recommendations).
  • Background.
  • Description of the objectives of the mission and execution methodology.
  • Findings
  • Problems encountered
  • Recommendations;
Annexes covering Terms of Reference, abbreviations, data collection formats and questionnaires used references, graphs, tables, etc.).

Responsibilities

The LESP Technical Advisor based in Juba, Southern Sudan will ensure the overall coordination of the mission in conjunction with the Project Coordinator (PC) also based in Juba. The expert(s) will be expected to work closely with MARF and relevant stakeholders.

The LESP Sub-Project Coordinator will have overall responsibility and accountability for the mission and will provide guidance through all stages of the studies.

The expert(s) will be part of the Project Management Unit which reports to the PC.

Qualifications

The expert(s) are expected to have the following attributes:
  • Veterinary public health expert with at least seven years experience in assessment of livestock marketing structures
  • Experience in carrying out similar studies, using participatory methodologies and a proven track record of excellent results delivery.
  • Experience with livestock market analysis
  • Excellent report writing skills.
  • Working experience in Southern Sudan is desirable.
Contact Information

Interested consultants should prepare and submit to VSF-B both technical and financial proposal for the assignment by 13th of August 2011

They should indicate their qualifications and experience with a detailed execution plan.

The proposals, CV and letter of motivation as well as three (3) referees should be sent electronically to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke

MSH Advisors (M&E/HMIS, Finance, HR, CSO Advocacy, Institutional Strengthening, Marketplace), Grants Manager, Budget Analysts & Project Associate Jobs

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:21 PM PDT


Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization with over four decades of experience strengthening health systems, local capacity and institutions.

MSH takes a comprehensive approach to improving health to achieve scalability, lasting impact, and sustainability.

Our mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

MSH would like to invite suitably qualified and experienced candidates to join its team based in Kenya on a 5 year Institutional Strengthening Project called FANIKISHA funded by USAID.

The project will seek to strengthen the technical and institutional capacity of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to enable them to be responsive to the health needs and well being of Kenyans.

This project will also strengthen the national level Kenyan NGOs, CSOs and / or CSO networks to provide national level advocacy for inclusion of CSOs in policy making and strategy development for increased health service delivery to the communities.

M&E/HMIS Technical Advisor

He / She will provide technical assistance in Monitoring and Evaluation and HMIS to CSOs, under the Institutional Strengthening program.

The M&E / HMIS Technical Advisor will lead and oversee the training, support and systems development required to improve the use of health data generated by the current Information Systems at sector level.

Required: MSc. in Demography, Epidemiology or related field with at least 6 years experience on USG funded programs.

Financial Management Technical Advisor

This position is responsible for providing Technical Assistance in financial management to CSOs. The incumbent will work with a team of professionals to transfer essential skills, including appropriate costing of services, budgeting and management of funds to strengthen the operational and financial capacity of clients and partners.

Required: MBA, CPA with a minimum 5 years experience with demonstrated capability in health financing & provision of direct Technical Advice to CSOs, NGOs, GoK.

Human Resource and Change Management Advisor

The Advisor is responsible for developing and assisting with the implementation of innovative and promising responses to pressing Human Resources Management and Change Management challenges faced by CSOs.

The Advisor will support the development and implementation of Change programs and HRM systems and practices in order to ensure sustainable and effective operations of CSOs.

Required: Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration and at least 6 years
experience in Governance and HR policy in the health setting in Kenya.

Grants Manager

The incumbent is responsible for managing the contractor's grants portfolio in accordance with USAID procedures.

He / She will participate in monitoring of sub grantees performance, evaluating grant proposals and budgets and assist applicants in refining them. He / She is responsible for the grant management cycle.

Required: Minimum MBA with at least 6 years contracts and grants management experience on USAID funded programs.

CSO Advocacy Technical Advisor

He / She will develop and implement policy and advocacy initiatives to raise the priority of, and commitment to CSOs programs among national, provincial, and district level policymakers and decision makers, within the context of promoting improved service delivery in health.

Required: demonstrated success as a technical leader & strategist in implementing change, ability to negotiate and influence at policy level for CSOs, GOK etc. A minimum of 5 years experience with a Bachelors degree in Public Administration or a related field.

Institutional Strengthening Advisor

The Institutional Strengthening Advisor provides organizational capacity development and coordinates technical assistance in management and leadership development for CSOs and their teams.

He / She collaborates on establishing an effective technical exchange and support network among service provision partners and institutions, including international & local NGOs
and FBOs.

Required: 5 years experience in Institutional Capacity Development for CSOs in a developing country context with an MPH or related qualification.

Marketplace and Communications Advisor

He / She is the Project's lead expert in managing the communication on the web based marketplace and leading communication initiatives to implement effective communication within the CSOs and their networks.

He / She will check / review the portal and encourage interest and use of the portal as a forum for knowledge exchange, sharing tools, new approaches and updates on CSO activities.

Required: Graduate degree in Public Health or Communication with exceptional communication skills using varied forums include web based communication strategies with at least 5 years experience on health related programs.

Grants Officer

The Grants Officer works with the Finance and Grants leads to monitor and ensure sub-agreement and project compliance with the terms and conditions of the Agreements. S/he will help manage the grants management cycle.

Required: MBA or equivalent with at 3-5 years proven Grants Management experience for USG programs. Ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in financial and operational systems.

Budget Analysts

He / She prepares contract budgets, acts as subcontract administrator for selected subcontracts, and assists in the preparation of cost proposals budgets when needed due to high proposal volume.

Activities include subcontract management and negotiation, cost proposal and contract budget development, project staff training, and ensuring compliance with USAID donor regulations in budget development and contract and subcontract matters.

Required: Bachelors degree in Finance plus relevant Contract Management USG program experience.

Project Operations Associate

He / She is responsible for supporting the smooth operation of Chief of Party's office and that of technical teams by providing administrative, operational, and logistical support for technical activities for the project.

Required: Bachelor's degree in administration, At least five years experience in providing project and administrative support to donor-funded projects.

For further detail and to apply for any of these positions, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com by August 22, 2011.

If you cannot apply online, or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Lions Club of Nakuru Teachers Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:20 PM PDT


Lions Club of Nakuru Schools

Melvin Jones Academy, Lions Primary and Nursery

Vacant Positions

Lions Club of Nakuru,an affiliate of the Lions Clubs International-the world's largest service organization,seeks to recruit competent teachers to fill the following positions w.e.f September 2011.

1. Biology and Chemistry up to GCE Advanced Level

2. English and Literature up to GCE Advanced level

Applicants for the above two positions should:-
  • Possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Education degree in the relevant subjects.
  • Have served a minimum HOD in the British System of Education.
Ladies are particularly encouraged to apply

3. Computer Teacher /Instructor for Lions Nursery School

4. A Special Education Needs Teacher

Applicants for positions 3 and 4 should possess a Teaching Certificate and a Diploma in the relevant area

Interested Candidates need to apply by 21st August 2011 to :-

The administrator,
Lions Club of Nakuru Schools,
P.O. Box 12109 20100
Nakuru

Or by mail: mjlanakuru@ymail.com

Save the Children UK Jobs in Nairobi, Dadaab, Wajir, Mandera Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:20 PM PDT


Overview

Across East Africa children face starvation because of drought. A deadly combination of failed rains and rising food prices has left over 10 million people facing a devastating food crisis. Families have lost their incomes and food supplies.

Millions of children are hungry, thirsty and desperate. They are in danger of becoming critically malnourished and, without help, many in the worst hit areas could die.

Save the Children is already on the ground saving lives. We're rapidly providing food, water, medicine and crucial support to families who have lost their incomes.

We are actively recruiting for staff across various sectors and levels (see details below).

For the moment, we are focussing on short-term deployments of up to 3 months with a possibility of extending to longer-term contracts as needed by the Country Programmes.

If you are interested in helping us in responding to this crisis, please send us an updated CV, your earliest availability and for how long, as well as specify which sector/role you are interested in.

We will be able to provide detailed TORs for the specific roles prior to deployment. The urgent need at the moment is to help Save the Children scale-up its response to the food crisis and we're looking for humanitarian professionals with solid experience in the field, especially within an Emergencies Context.

Locations: Kenya – Nairobi, Dadaab, Wajir, Mandera

Roles we are recruiting for:

Team Leaders: To develop and manage large and complex programmes or country support functions, at a national level. To negotiate and advocate at a national level. To provide strategic direction to the emergency response, in collaboration with the Country Director. To manage a budget of up to £25m. Your role will be a key one in the expansion of Save the Children programmes.

Field Managers: To develop and manage large and complex programmes, at a field level. To negotiate and advocate at a field level. To manage a budget of up to £10m.

Nutrition Managers: To manage the CMAM (Community Management of Acute Malnutrition) and IYCF (Infant and Young Child Feeding) programming and to ensure that all
components of the programme are functioning properly, providing quality care to all beneficiaries.

Health Managers: To lead the emergency health response in the field. This may include responsibilities for conducting rapid health assessments, contributing to the health sector component of the emergency response strategy and initiate/lead the first response. Finally, it will include writing strategies / proposals / concept notes.

Food Security & Livelihoods Managers: To lead on the identification, design and implementation of livelihoods work at field and community levels, and to ensure that relevant technical inputs are provided. Additional responsibilities may include supporting the FSL team in design, implementation and monitoring of Cash for Work, cash grants and other diversified
livelihoods activities.

WASH Managers: To provide quality water, sanitation and hygiene programming. Address water, sanitation and hygiene needs in emergencies through assessment, programme design, management, capacity building and evaluation. The role exists to strengthen and provide WASH
support for all core programme sectors.

Shelter Managers: To manage the shelter programme within the country programme response. The programme will include emergency distribution of shelter and NFI materials, providing technical support and management to transitional shelter programming, and support to construction works in Education, Child Protection or Health, as indentified by the Country programme.

Logistics Managers & Coordinators: To coordinate effective logistics support to Save the Children's East Africa Country Programmes in responding to the crisis.

Education Managers: To work with country specific Education Managers and to assist them in developing plans for emergency education response including setting up programmes; developing concept notes for potential donors; developing response plans; producing good working documents and creating linkages with other Education Cluster partners.

Child Protection: To work with the country programme in implementing Save the Children's protection activities in the field; to effectively manage a programme and budget; and ensure that best practices are applied in our programme work, while ensuring strategic links and coordination with other programmatic areas, notably education and potentially nutrition and health.

Monitoring & Evaluation: To provide Monitoring & Evaluation support to the Country Programmes team in the relevant geographical area and in the management and implementation of all programme work.

Finance Managers: To be responsible for implementing and maintaining efficient and effective financial operations within these Country Programme offices and field locations; and work in close coordination with the other members of the Finance team in the local office.

Information/Communications Manager & Officers: To be responsible for meeting the information and communication needs of the Country Programme Response, including collection, analysis, approval and dissemination of critical information and communication products to Save the Children members, donors and other stakeholders; as well as to assist with the development of proposals, reports, and other documentation.

Criteria for Applicants

Essential Criteria
  • Prior management experience of working in an emergency response contexts
  • Experience of working in remote field bases with Iimited infrastructure
  • Sector specific field experience.
  • Excellent planning and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities
  • Strong communication, and interpersonal skills in English, with experience in managing multicultural teams
  • Willingness to work and travel in often difficult and insecure environments
  • Commitment to Save the Children UK's global policies and values
  • Previous Security Training for relevant geographical areas
Desirable Criteria
  • Experience of working within the East Africa region with an international NGO.
  • Budget development and financial monitoring skills.
  • Proposal writing for international institutional donors.
  • Ability to persuade and influence.
All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children's usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.

How to apply

Applications must include:
  • Maximum 2-page role-specific CV
  • Clearly state: your availability for deployment & which role you are applying for
All candidates need to apply via the Save the Children UK website at:
www.savethechildren.org.uk/jobs

What are the application and recruitment deadlines?
  • The closing date for applications is 21st August 2011 at midnight London time
  • Short listed candidates will be invited to a telephonic interview & face to face interview in London/Nairobi or via video conferencing.
  • Accepted candidates will be notified via email.
  • All interviews will be held in English
  • We're looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.
  • Travel costs during recruitment will not be reimbursed

Kenya Red Cross Society Project Coordinator, Water & Sanitation Project Officers (Software/Hardware) and Accountant Jobs in Garbatulla, Isiolo & Wamba

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:19 PM PDT


Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created by an Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya on 21st December 1965. Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The KRCS has acquired funding from the European Union and the Danish Red Cross through the recently concluded 10th European Development Fund ACP-EU Water Facility Call for proposals.

The funding secured is for implementing the "Isiolo Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Community Project for Drought-Prone Arid and Semi-Arid Lands" whose overall objective is to contribute to MDGs, improve health status and reduce vulnerability of rural communities living in arid and semi-arid lands of Kenya (Isiolo, Garbatulla and Samburu East Districts).

Arising from the above, the KRCS is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Position Title: Project Coordinator (1 Position)
Reporting to: Regional Water and Sanitation Officer
Job Location: Isiolo

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Regional WatSan Officer to plan, execute, and finalize the EU and DRC funded "Isiolo Water, Sanitation and Hygiene community project for drought-prone arid and semi-arid lands" at the field level in accordance with EU guidelines, planned deadlines and within the proposed budget.

The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate the efforts of team members, local associates and third-party contractors or consultants in order to implement project deliverables according to plan.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • With the involvement of all key stakeholders, project staff and the community at the field level, design, plan, implement and evaluate all the project deliverables in line with EU guidelines at the field level.
  • Plan and schedule project timeframes and key indicators to be achieved throughout the project cycle while proactively managing changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans
  • Continuously build the capacity of all team members at the field level to ensure EU procurement and visibility guidelines and reporting formats (narrative and financials) and deadlines are adhered to.
  • Overall technical, administrative and financial supervision of all aspects pertinent to the project including management of staff at the field level in the three Districts
  • Facilitate the timely implementation and evaluation of all interventions of the project with the involvement of the communities, local associates and other implementing stakeholders.
  • Overall budget management at the field level while ensuring all funds are absorbed as planned and are eligible, proactively advice utilization of savings where they are realized and ensure that all budget expenditures are coded with the KRCS and EU budget codes
  • Coordinate the construction of water and sanitation facilities and community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation capacity building programme aimed at strengthening the capacities of staff, volunteers and the community to not only adopt safe water, sanitation and hygiene practices but also take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the initiated projects
  • Conduct training needs assessment and training for the local associates in identified training gaps to strengthen their capacities
  • Facilitate at field level the conducting of water, hygiene and sanitation surveys/studies/research/evaluations/assessments including: technical baseline surveys, preparatory water resource studies, applied research, mid term and final evaluations and Environmental Impact Assessments.
  • Implement strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players
  • Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement, while incorporating results based monitoring, evaluation and reporting. In addition, ensure that all narrative and financial reports are in line with EU requirements and deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Under-graduate qualification in public health or community development.
  • Experience in working in similar geographic areas and in the management of large EU funded programmes will be an added advantage.
  • Over three (3) years experience in management of water, sanitation and hygiene projects
  • Demonstrated extensive experience in project management
Key Competencies
  • Technical knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, trends and goals at all levels aimed at providing access to safe and affordable water and sanitation services to communities., Knowledge on PHAST, CTC and CLTS will be an added advantage
  • Strong leadership, team building and conflict resolution skills with the ability to deliver the Society's strategic objectives
  • Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop timely reports and prepare relevant publications
  • Demonstrated experience in technical and logistical aspects of water, sanitation and hygiene promotion programming, public health issues and water and sanitation related hardware infrastructure
Position Title: Water & Sanitation Project Officers - Software (3 Positions)
Reporting to: Project Coordinator
Job Location: (Garbatulla, Isiolo and Wamba)

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Project Coordinator for effective planning and implementing community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation software interventions under the EU and DRC funded "Isiolo Water, Sanitation and Hygiene community project for drought-prone arid and semi-arid lands".

Other duties include, strengthening the community's capacity to adopt safe water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the initiated projects.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Water & Sanitation Software projects assigned and specifically coordinate software components of these projects with other team members who may be responsible for other components of the projects.
  • Implement community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation capacity building programme aimed at strengthening the local associates staff, volunteers and community to not only adopt safe water, sanitation and hygiene practices but also take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the initiated projects.
  • Initiate community consultation and sensitization campaigns on implementation of community capacity building programmes as well as mobilize the community to participate in watsan projects and take ownership of the projects.
  • Participate in the implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening the community and volunteers with capacity to provide community-based training on water, sanitation and hygiene
  • Participate in conducting water, hygiene and sanitation surveys/studies/ research/evaluations/assessments including: technical baseline surveys, preparatory water resource studies, applied research, mid term and final evaluations and Environmental Impact Assessments.
  • Implement strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players
  • Execute quality results based reporting in line with EU reporting requirements and deadlines showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Diploma in Community Development, Public Health, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications
  • Two (2) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in development context. Experience in working in similar geographic areas and in implementing software projects funded by EU will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
  • Knowledge on PHAST, CTC and CLTS methodologies
  • Experience in implementing software projects, trends and goals at all levels aimed at ensuring the adoption of safe water, sanitation and hygiene practices by the community
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet
  • Ability to operate a motor-cycle will be an added advantage
Position Title: Water & Sanitation Project Officers - Hardware (3 Positions)
Reporting to: Project Coordinator
Job Location: (Garbatulla, Isiolo and Wamba)

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Project Coordinator for effective planning, design and implementation of community based safe and affordable water and sanitation project infrastructure facilities under the EU and DRC funded "Isiolo Water, Sanitation and Hygiene community project for drought-prone arid and semi-arid lands".

Other duties include, strengthening the community's capacity to operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructure facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Watsan hardware projects assigned and specifically coordinate Watsan hardware components of these projects with other team members
  • Prepare BOQs and designs for identified water and sanitation infrastructure facilities
  • Identify specifications for the procurement of water and sanitation equipment, machinery and related hardware according to identified and prioritized needs
  • Spearhead the construction of water supply systems (bore-holes, sand dams, shallow wells, pipelines, rain water harvesting systems & springs) and sanitation facilities (household improved latrines and Ecosan latrines)
  • Identify and map sites for construction of water and sanitation facilities in close collaboration with the Local Associates and beneficiary communities and in line with defined priorities.
  • Implement community consultation and sensitization campaigns on implementation of new water and sanitation systems; as well mobilize volunteers to participate in watsan projects
  • Implement community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation capacity building programme aimed at strengthening the local associates staff, volunteers and community to take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the installed water and sanitation infrastructure facilities
  • Participate in the implementation and evaluation of the hardware interventions in close collaboration with all stakeholders
  • Participate in the conducting of water, hygiene and sanitation surveys/studies/research/evaluations/assessments including: technical baseline surveys, preparatory water resource studies, applied research, mid term and final evaluations and Environmental Impact Assessments.
  • Implement strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players
  • Execute quality results based reporting in line with EU reporting requirements and deadlines showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Diploma in Water Engineering or equivalent qualifications
  • Two (2) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation project infrastructure facilities in developmental context.
  • Experience in working in similar geographic areas and in implementing EU funded projects will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
  • Technical knowledge in the design of water supply systems (bore-holes, sand dams, shallow wells, pipelines, rain water harvesting systems & springs) and sanitation facilities (household improved latrines and Ecosan latrines), preparation of BOQs and drawings for the same.
  • Demonstrated ability to design, plan, implement and evaluate water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in development context utilizing relevant engineering software's including the latest AutoCAD version
  • Demonstrated ability to implement and supervise the construction of various water and sanitation systems including boreholes and sand dams with solar pumping, rain water harvesting systems, shallow wells, spring protection, pipeline extensions, household latrines in areas with sandy and rocky terrains and Ecosan latrines.
  • Demonstrate wide knowledge on water quality monitoring and surveys (EIA, Preparatory water resources studies, technical baselines and other engineering surveys) for project designs and prioritizations.
  • Ability to operate a motor-cycle
Position Title: Project Accountant (1 Position)
Reporting to: Regional Finance Officer
Job Location: Isiolo

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Regional Finance Officer for overall financial management in line with EU guidelines on financial reporting at the field level related to the EU and DRC funded "Isiolo Water, Sanitation and Hygiene community project for drought-prone arid and semi-arid lands".

Other duties include maintaining of financial records, processing of working advances, preparation of project returns and reports, reconciling and balancing accounts as well as posting and compiling monthly reports to show records related to financial operations in the field.

Also receiving and disbursing money as well as processing and validating checks in accordance with approved policy

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate at the field level the execution of the project budget expenditures in line with the approved budget
  • In consultation with the project coordinator, ensure overall budget management at the field level while ensuring all funds are absorbed as planned and are eligible in terms of EU guidelines.
  • In addition, proactively advice utilization of savings where they are foreseen and ensure that all expenditures are coded with KRCS and EU codes.
  • In consultation with the project coordinator, ensure timely request of funds from the HQ and disbursement of funds according to the planned activities
  • Regularly offer financial advice to all team members especially regarding compliance with EU financial guidelines
  • Ensure EU financial reporting requirement and deadlines are adhered to, codes and formats are respected and adhered to by all team members.
  • Receive cash or banker's cheques, recording financial transactions, counting money to verify amounts and issuing receipts for funds received.
  • Prepare bank deposit slips in order to ensure that all collections are promptly banked in accordance with accounting procedures.
  • Disburse cash and writing vouchers and cheques in order to make payment against specified expenditure requisitions.
  • Prepare cheque payments and refund claims and ensure that payments are made against verifiable accounting documents.
  • Post data and balance accounts as well as compile collections, disbursements and bank reconciliation reports.
  • Maintain complete records of all financial transactions such as payment vouchers, receipts and other documents in accordance with accounting procedures.
  • Reconcile the cashbook with bank statements and checking balances against verifiable documents on a monthly basis.
  • Prepare monthly revenue, expenditure returns, financial statements and reports to cover specified periods.
  • Prepare budget for specific projects in collaboration with the officer in charge
  • Prepare returns of activities performed during the financial year
  • Maintain an assets register for the project
Minimum Qualifications
  • CPA (K) or equivalent ACCA final level qualifications or a Bachelors Degree in a Business Related Field with CPA Part (II), Section 4.
  • Experience in financial management of EU funded projects will be an added advantage.
  • At least two years experience in a busy accounts/ finance office
Key Competencies
  • Knowledge of administrative, accounting and financial procedures and systems
  • Demonstrated competence in financial and accounting, posting and processing accounts.
  • Proficiency in computer applications especially, word processing, database and spreadsheets, computerized accounting systems including use of the e-mail, the internet as well as local and wide area network systems.
Applications must contain:

A letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 12th August 2011

Bidco Power Plant/Warehouse in Charge, Operators, Technicians, Fitter, Electrician, Group Internal Auditor, HR Officer & Microbiologist Jobs

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:18 PM PDT


Bidco Oil Refineries Limited, East Africa's leading FMCG Company has embarked on its journey towards world class.

With state of the art manufacturing facilities, excellent nation wide distribution network and delivering top class quality products to consumers has been our forte in line with our philosophy of happy, healthy living.

Core to Bidco's operations is the adopted philosophy of Kaizen, commitment to continuous improvement and implementation of world class systems & processes and believing that there's always a better way of doing things.

For its endeavors towards plant expansions and launch of co- generation project to be self reliant for its power and energy needs, we are looking for young, dynamic, enthusiastic & qualified professionals for the following positions:

Power Plant in Charge (1 Position)

Ref: CO-GEN/01/PPIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth operation of cogeneration plant independently.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 8 - 10 years of working experience in handling power plants of 3 MW and above.

Shift in Charge - Power Plant (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/02/SIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the power plant in the shift

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Degree/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 5-6 years working experience in handling power plants of 3 MW and above

Turbine Operator (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/03/TO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the turbines in the shift.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 10-12 years working experience in handling turbine operations

Instrument Technicians (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/04/IT/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the electronic equipment in the shift.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma in Electronics & Instrumentation with 4-5 years working experience in PLC, SCADA, power plant.

R O (Reverse Osmosis) Plant Operator (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/05/ROPO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To run the RO plant efficiently and supply the desired water quality for Boiler.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering/Science Graduate with 5-6 years RO water treatment working experience.

Fitter (3 Positions)

Ref: 06.2011/CO-GEN/06/FIT/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: Carry out preventive & predictive & breakdown maintenance of mechanical equipment such as turbines, pumps, bearings, valves, etc.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Mechanical) with 5-7 years experience in overhauling of Turbine & Boiler operations.

Electrician (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/07/ELEC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of 11 KV HT/LT power distribution network.

Desired Academia, Qualification, Skills & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Electrical) with 5-10 years experience in 11 KV HTILT & power plant experience.

Boiler Operators (2 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/08/BO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of high pressure boiler.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Mechanical) & Boiler operator certificate,12-15 years experience of working on high pressure boilers.

Group Internal Auditor (1 Position)

Ref: 01/GIA/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:
  • To carry out risk assessment and evolution of business controls, Preparing and implementing the Audit Strategy and the Audit Plans- Operational Audit, Financial Audit & Information Systems Auditing.
  • Detailed review, analysis and appraising of the various business activities, policies & procedures and internal control systems to make recommendations for improvements and ensure that they are effective and efficient.
Desired Qualifications, Skills & Work experience
  • Degree and professional qualification- ACCA/CPA/CA.
  • CISA qualification will be an added advantage.
  • 12 - 15 years working experience in internal auditing in the private sector preferably in a large manufacturing FMCG industry of which 6 years must be in a position of leading the Internal Audit Function.
  • Technical knowledge and experience of International Auditing & Accounting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards.
  • Excellent leadership, analytical, communication & interpersonal skills, business acumen and sound commercial approach.
  • Hands on experience of working on SAP - FICO module is mandatory.
Human Resource Officer (1 Position)

Ref: 02/HRO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:
  • Recruitment & selection
  • Compensation and benefits management
  • Employee relations.
  • Performance Management System.
Desired Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:
  • Degree/Diploma in Human Resource Management with 6-8 years experience of working in a 1000 + employee company.
  • Thorough knowledge of labour laws
  • Strong interpersonal relationship skills
  • Prior experience of handling labour disputes and disciplinary mailers is a MUST.
Warehouse in Charge (2 Positions)

Ref: 03/WIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:
  • To supervise & manage all activities of the warehouse.
  • Managing warehouse stock inventory.
  • Coordinate with production for smooth transit of in and out flow of goods.
  • Ensure stock control systems update and timely entry or records in SAP.
  • Reconciliation of inventory.
  • Managing market return goods.
Desired Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:
  • Bachelor of Commerce / Diploma in Materials management with 5-7 years experience of handling warehouse functions in a FMCG / Logistics company.
  • Knowledge of SAP/Baan/Any ERP package would be an added advantage.
Microbiologist (3 Positions)

Ref: 04/MB/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To lead the microbiological requirements in carrying out
relevant laboratory and clinical studies including micro risk assessment, documenting and implementing test protocols & leading HACCP initiatives.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience:
  • Degree/Diploma in Applied Biology/Microbiology/Science/Food Technology with 3-5 years experience as a microbiologist, preferably from Food or pharmaceutical industry
  • Good knowledge of HACCP & ISO 22000
We offer excellent career growth opportunities with remuneration package & fringe benefits matching your skills, experience & expertise.

All positions are based at our Thika plant.

Candidates fulfilling the above criteria need only to apply with detailed resume citing reference number in the subject matter by mail or post to: hrd@bidco-oil.com

Team Leader - Human Resources
Bidco Oil Refineries Limited
P O Box 239-01000
Thika

Not later than 6th August 2011

Workshop Manager, Sales Engineer, Fitters / Welders, Plant Mechanics, CAD Operator, Secretary and Store Keeper Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:18 PM PDT


Workshop Manager

15 years minimum hands on experience in fabrication and service of industrial machinery and plant with reputable companies. Preference to having also experience in hydraulic equipment. Must have proven track record in managing and leading a busy workshop.

Sales Engineer

10 years experience in marketing technical / engineering products and equipment.

Fitters / Welders

10 years experience in machinery fabrication

Plant Mechanics

10 years experience in repair and maintenance of hydraulic equipment.

CAD Operator

CAD operator with at least 3 years experience in CAD applications.

Preference to AUTOCAD

Administration Clerk /Secretary

Minimum 10 years experience with very fluent English, proven ability to use word-processing programmes on computer preferred.

Store Keeper

Minimum 10 years experience in a technical parts store.

All applications should be forwarded with CV's and testimonials to:

DN.A/ 1046
P.O. Box 49010, GPO
00100-Nairobi

Women for Women International Africa Regional Finance Manager Job in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:17 PM PDT


Purpose

The Africa Regional Finance Manager will report to the Global Chief Financial Officer, and work in partnership with the Chapter Finance Manager at HQ and the Deputy Director of Global Operations.

This position will serve as liaison between HQ (Headquarters) and Africa offices located in Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Sudan on a variety of finance functions.

Frequent travel to HQ and each of the Women for Women International (WfWI) African country offices is to be expected.

The position is responsible for the training and support of local finance managers in Africa, including training on QuickBooks accounting software, WfWI's finance manual, all finance and procurement policies and procedures and the global monthly closing process.

The primary goal of this function is to build adequate financial capacity and internal controls in the Africa field offices.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with HQ finance, Country Directors, Deputy Director of Global Operations and designated in-country finance representatives to ensure that financial systems, including policies and procedures, are developed, continuously monitored and updated and are compliant with local laws and in line with HQ standards.
  • Coordinate with Policy and Compliance staff to direct internal and external audit efforts towards areas of greatest risk.
  • Mentor, coach and develop country office finance staff. Identify training and development opportunities. Develop training materials and content for annual finance manager meetings.
  • Monitoring and support of finance managers during the monthly and annual close process, helping to achieve 100% on-time submissions and minimal coding and compliance errors.
  • Train and coach finance managers on the grants management process, including budget development, compliance, ongoing grants management, forecasting, etc.
  • Provide recruitment support to Country Directors as country office finance vacancies occur.
  • Provide training and on-boarding support for finance staff and temporarily assume direct financial management role for unexpected vacancies.
  • Recommend external trainings and manage/lead internal training on finance issues and processes for both finance staff and non-finance staff on the senior management team, including the Country Directors.
  • Recommend best practices to create opportunities for information flow between HQ and country offices, as well as look for opportunities for inter-country information sharing.
  • Become familiar with HQ Policies and Procedures and participate in the development of new policies, with particular focus on representing the field office perspective during the process (policies are practical, easily understood, etc.).
  • Work with Country Directors, local leadership team and local finance staff to develop an effective annual budget process and an effective monthly financial review process.
  • Provide Country Directors with feedback on local finance staff for annual performance evaluations.
  • Work collaboratively with HQ Finance and the Deputy Director of Global Operations to develop a trip schedule and scope of work to communicate and train staff on new policies, improve areas of non-compliance with existing policies, solicit feedback on proposed new processes, participate in cross-functional special projects, etc.
Required Skills
  • Desire and ability to frequently travel to HQ and country offices up to 90% of the time (position based in Africa, preferable in or near one of the existing 4 African program locations)
  • Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others; role requires serving multiple constituencies and moving initiatives forward
  • Superior interpersonal, organizational, planning and analytical skills are essential
  • Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures relevant to global financial management is required
  • Demonstrated ability to create and document financial policies and procedures is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop sound recommendations and effectively plan, direct and evaluate the work of others.
  • Ability to speak and write fluently in English required. Similar capabilities in French and Swahili highly desired.
Required Experience
  • At least seven years in a financial management capacity entailing supervision and development of staff, management of accounting, budgeting and financial reporting, including management of multiple funding sources and US Government grants.
  • Minimum of a Masters degree in Finance or Accounting
  • CPA or ACCA designation desired
Job Location: Africa, To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Click here to apply online

Radiographer Job in Mombasa

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:16 PM PDT


Sayyida Fatimah Hospital is a charitable Hospital in Mombasa Kenya and its looking for a qualified Radiographer.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Diploma in Radiography.
  • Excellent Knowledge in Ultra-Sound
  • Computer Literate.
  • At least 1 year experience
Interested persons can send their updated CV to sayyida.fatimah@yahoo.com on or before 15th August 2011.

Tours and Travel Consultant Career Opportunity

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:15 PM PDT


Job Description

A growing Tours and Travel company is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of a Tours and Travel Consultant whose main job content will be to market and coordinate tours and safaris, issue air tickets, design tour packages for target niches, organize safari transport and logistics, liaise with supplying agencies, negotiate and liaise with hotels and assist in general management of the office.

Educational Requirements
  • Have relevant academic qualifications, preferably including a degree in a relevant discipline.
  • Have at least two years relevant experience in a busy tours and travel organization A MUST.
  • Posses good commercial and presentation skills.
  • Have excellent internet and marketing skills.
  • Posses knowledge in air travel and ticketing including hands on experience with GDS systems(Galileo or Amadeus) and IATA compliance
  • Be able to work with minimal supervision.
Additional Requirements

Applications should include copies of certificates and detailed CV with at least three referees, stating current salary and addressed to the mideva2@yahoo.com on or before 2nd August 2011

Nation Media Group Senior Service Desk Analyst Job in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:15 PM PDT


Nation Media Group, the leading Multi Media house in East and Central Africa is searching for a suitably qualified candidate for the position of Senior Service Desk Analyst in the IT Department.

We invite candidates who are innovative, performance driven and possess excellent transferrable skills with good track record of achievement in past roles.

The Senior Service Desk Analyst (SSDA) will work with a team of analysts to provide first and second level technical support services to our internal customers. He/She will report to the IT Service Desk Supervisor.

Specific Job Responsibilities
  • Provide first and second level technical incident and problem management support services to end users in local and regional offices
  • Support and Administration of existing Back-Office Server Applications (i.e. Active Directory, Exchange, Windows 2008/2003 Servers, SharePoint, SQL etc)
  • Support and Administration of security systems applications i.e. Backup & Antivirus.
  • Participate in IT related projects as assigned by management
  • Meet or exceed the set Service Level Agreement (SLA) KPIs
  • Install, configure, maintain and support Software, Computers, Mobile devices etc
  • Escalate problems as appropriate to our external service support providers in order to ensure consistent timely resolution
  • To enforce, maintain, support and administer the existing IT security systems and services.
Technical skills
  • Degree in Information Technology or equivalent
  • 3-4 years prior technical end user support experience
  • ICDL or MODS and A+ or N+ certification or equivalent
  • MCSE or MCITP Certified
  • ITIL v3 Certification preferred
The position offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package. If you meet the above criteria, apply online at http://careers.nationmedia.com before 10th August 2011.
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N/B: Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.

Standard Group Customer Care Assistants Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:14 PM PDT


The Standard Group, a multi-media house comprising of the Standard newspapers, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS and Outdoor Media Services seeks to strengthen its Administrative function.

As part of our strategy to further strengthen and consolidate our lead, we are looking for dynamic, outgoing and self driven professionals who can join our Administration team as Customer Care Assistants.

Key Responsibilities
  • To be familiar with the Company's business, products, the Group officers and what they do so as to direct visitors to the right office/officer.
  • To receive all visitors to the office in a pleasant and courteous manner and to direct them to the appropriate officers.
  • To process letters/reports and other correspondence that may be assigned by designated officers from time to time.
  • To be in charge of the Reception area and ensure that the area is kept clean and tidy at all times.
  • To receive mail and parcels delivered to the Reception and to ensure that they are delivered to the right officer without delay.
Qualifications
  • Diploma in Business Management, Administration or related field.
  • Training in Customer Service or Public Relations.
  • Minimum of 1 year telephone experience in a busy environment.
  • Proven experience in public relations and ability to deal with people at all levels.
  • Well developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Typing speed of between 40 - 50 wpm.
Person Specification

Applicants for the position should have the following personal specifications:
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • A team player.
  • Flexible and ability to work odd hours.
  • A well disciplined all rounded person.
Interested applicants should send their applications and detailed curriculum vitae to the address below not later than 10th August 2011.

Manager HR & Administration,
Standard Group Limited,
P.O.Box 30080- 00100,
Nairobi.

Or email at - customercare@standardmedia.co.ke

If you do not hear from us by 31st August 2011 you may consider your application as having been unsuccessful.

KPRL Mechanical CAD Draughtsman Job in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:14 PM PDT


The Kenya Petroleum Refineries Ltd operates East Africa's only Petroleum refinery situated in Changamwe Mombasa.

It is a private limited company whose main business is to convert crude oil into various petroleum products which are supplied to the country and region.

The company is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following immediate vacancy at its Changamwe plant:

Mechanical CAD Draughtsman (201107/MCD)

Professional Area: Engineering

Brief Description:

The successful candidate will join a team of professionals responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the Refinery plant, pipelines, tanks, construction projects as well as involvement in all new works comprising process plants, fuel storage facilities and utilities.

Education/Qualifications:
  • Be a holder of minimum Higher National Diploma in mechanical engineering, or equivalent.
  • Have strong bias to engineering design and draughtsmaship.
  • Have at least 4 years experience in busy engineering environment, involving process piping and structural steel designs. Experience in civil, electrical and instrumentation drawings is an added advantage.
  • Have excellent skills in Auto Cad , and other relevant design packages
  • Be between 25-35 years of age
  • Be a highly motivated, result oriented, self-driven and innovative individual.
  • Industry development courses in relevant field(s) will be an added advantage.
Click Here to Apply Online

Closing on Aug 10 2011

Mediheal Group of Hospitals Nurses and Lab Technicians Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:13 PM PDT


Mediheal Group of Hospitals - Kenya are a group of Hospitals rendering services in all the sub specialties of medical fraternity with cost effective and quality health care in private sector.

Recruitment notice

I.C.U Nurses for Mediheal Hospital (Eldoret and Nakuru)

With the following requirements;
  • I.C.U Training and experience for a minimum of 3 years with a degree in Nursing
Interview date: 24th August 2011. (10.00am-02.00pm)

Venue: Mediheal Hospital - Eldoret

Contact number: 0725 713 726

Lab - Medicine Technician for Mediheal - Nairobi

With a Degree or Diploma Certificate Interview date: 11!h August 2011. (10.00am - 02.00pm)

Venue - mediheal Nairobi, 3rd Parklands, parklands Mediplaza

Contact number: 0723 - 436 512

Email: mediheal@africaonline.co.ke / vijaydagar@gmail.com

Patient Prevents - Doctor Treats - God Heals

TJRC HR Management Assistant Director, Librarian, Records Management Officer and Hansard Editor Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:12 PM PDT


Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission

Promoting Peace, Justice, National Unity, Healing, Dignity and Reconciliation

VAN/28/10/TJRC/FA/8

Assistant Director, Human Resource Management

TJRC Grade 5

Salary Kshs. 150,000 per month

1 year contract or duration of the mandate of the Commission whichever comes first

Responsible to the Director, Finance and Administration

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Salary and remuneration administration.
  • Processing of gratuity and benefits due.
  • Up to-dating human resource management information systems.
  • Implementing of all human resource management matters within established policies in the Commission.
  • Facilitating recruitment, appointments, discipline and communication of decisions thereof.
  • Ensuring staff medical scheme is up to-date.
  • Facilitating performance target setting in line with strategic and annual work plans of the Commission.
  • Annual performance evaluation/appraisal.
  • Ensuring the Commission compliance with all Government of Kenya regulations including legal and statutory requirements.
Requirements for Appointment
  • A Bachelors Degree in any of Social Sciences from a recognized University;
  • Have a post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management;
  • Have worked in the human resource management profession for a minimum period of four (4) years in a busy Public Service Office or Private Sector organization;
  • Be proficient in human resource management based on computer applications skills.
VAN/19/10/TJRC/IU/5

Librarian

TJRC Grade 8

Salary Kshs. 70,000 per month

1 year contract or duration of the mandate of the Commission whichever comes first

Duties and Responsibilities

Library Officer at this level will report to the Information and Documentation Manager and will be responsible for the Commission's library services.

Duties and responsibilities will include; indexing and abstracting journal articles, operating a Current Awareness Service (CAS), conducting information searches from electronic databases, selection and acquisition of information in consultation with the Research, Investigations and Legal Units, and assisting with documentation work.

Requirements for Appointment
  • Bachelors Degree in Library Studies or Information Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
  • Four years experience or eight years qualifying experience in a medium size library may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelors degree;
  • Knowledge of online commercial databases and internet search techniques and;
  • Be proficient in Computer applications.
VAN/20/10/TJRC/IU/7

Records Management Officer

TJRC Grade 8

Salary Kshs. 70,000 per month

1 year contract or duration of the mandate of the Commission whichever comes first

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will report to the Information and Documentation Manager and will be responsible for the management of the Commission's Registry and Records.

Duties will include;
  • overseeing the operation of the registry;
  • ensuring that letters are appropriately filed and marked to action officers;
  • development of records management and make sure that the protecting, filing and retrieving of records happen in a standardized manner;
  • maintaining all records and reports that are contained on paper, computer, microfilm and other media in the organization;
  • controlling and opening of files and updating file index;
  • ensuring security of information/files in the registry;
  • up-dating and maintaining up-to-date file movement records;
  • ascertaining the general cleanliness of the registry; and
  • guiding and supervising staff under her/him.
Requirements for Appointment
  • Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Information Science, Records Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
  • 4 years of experience or eight years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelors degree;
  • demonstrable professional competence in records management work and;
  • Be proficient in Computer applications.
VAN/22/10/TJRC/IU/7

Hansard Editor

2 Positions

TJRC Grade 8

Salary Kshs. 70,000 per month

1 year contract or duration of the mandate of the Commission whichever comes first

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Information and Documentation the Editor will be responsible for editing transcribed records established from the proceedings of Commission's sittings and hearings drawn from audio, tapes to word processed manuscripts.

Duties include preparing accurate edited drafts and ensuring that the edited pieces are in tandem with first draft transcripts; maintaining consistent and accurate Hansard format in accordance with Hansard style Guide and other reference manuals; establish and maintain accurate indexing in the final transcripts and reports; preparation of and maintenance of database for the production of the official reports and PDF files.

Requirement for appointment
  • A Bachelor's degree;
  • Good writing; ability to correctly interpret messages; fluency and ability to communicate in English and Kiswahili;
  • Fluency and technical knowledge of the English Language;
  • Have knowledge of threading and formatting techniques to first draft transcripts;
  • Have knowledge of the Hansard Style Guid and;
  • Be proficient in Computer applications
E-mail your applications for all the positions to: hr@tjrckenya.org or if posted to the address below not later than 12th August 2011

The Commission Secretary/CEO
Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission
NHIF Parking Complex,
5th Floor, Ragati Road off Ngong Road
P.O. Box 14641-00800, Nairobi, Kenya

Website: www.tjrckenya.org

Head of Procurement Job in Kenya - International Security Solutions Group

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:11 PM PDT


Our client, the world's leading international security solutions group wishes to fill the following position in their Kenyan Company.

Head of Procurement

Ref No: 145/CX/FN

This challenging role will report to the Finance Director and play a pivotal part in inculcating a culture of dedication and a high level of integrity while ensuring that the procurement, resourcing and related functions are not only of a high international standard but also in line with the Group's stringent guidelines and strategies.

He/she will develop and implement procurement policies, procedures to govern the purchasing, receiving, storage, issuing and delivery of all materials.

Key result areas will include achieving a high level of internal customer satisfaction, building effective relationships with local and overseas suppliers, service providers and governmental bodies.

In addition to a first degree from a recognized university, applicants should a professional qualification in Purchasing and Supplies Management; an MBA or an Accounting Qualification will be an added advantage.

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years experience gained in a large and busy commercial procurement function which includes purchasing, inventory accounting and inventory storage systems with awareness of products, vendors and markets

He/she should have proven experience in the management of substantial purchasing and capital expenditure budgets, application of Procurement Best Practice and development of strategic resourcing philosophy

Candidates for this position should have effective interpersonal and communication skills with strong leadership, analytical and problem solving abilities and experience to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Our client will offer a negotiable remuneration package and there are prospects for further career development in the company.

Closing date for applications: 8th August, 2011

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

Finance Manager Job in Kenya - Insurance Industry

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:11 PM PDT


Our client is a top tier insurance company with a large capital base, an excellent reputation and a range of products tailor made to suit the needs of its clients.

The company now has an opening for an outstanding professional to fill this vacancy in its senior management team.

Finance Manager

Ref No: 211/IE/FN

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Finance Manager is responsible for the effective management of the company's financial and other resources, ensuring timely and accurate reporting as well as compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

The main duties of this position include:-
  • Reviewing and improving accounting processes and associated internal controls which help to safeguard the company's assets and ensure accurate and timely reporting;
  • Coordinating the preparation of annual budgets and long term business plans, then ensuring that all departments/units operate within the agreed budgets/plans;
  • Ensuring prudent investment and treasury management to earn superior returns;
  • Managing the company's cash flows and assets in order to meet all liabilities as they fall due;
  • Ensuring compliance with all statutory provisions in respect to financial reporting, taxation, returns and allied matters
  • Liaising with external auditors on audit activities of the Company.
Qualifications & other requirements:

We invite applications from Kenya citizens who satisfy the following criteria :-
  • At least a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related fields
  • an MBA in Finance will be an added advantage
  • A full CPA/ACCA or similar qualification
  • 10 years post graduation experience of which at least 3 should have been at senior management level preferably in the insurance industry
  • Excellent knowledge of statutory requirements and procedures
  • A high degree of integrity and commitment
  • ability to deliver results under strict time deadlines.
  • Proficiency in the use of accounting software packages
  • Proven ability in motivating and managing staff
As the company is part of a large group, our client will offer not only a competitive remuneration packages but also opportunities for further career development within the group.

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

Kenya Utalii College Corporate Rebranding Expression of Interest

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:10 PM PDT


Statement of Purpose

Kenya Utalii College (KUC) is the premier training institution for the Hospitality and Tourism industry.

The College intends to undertake a re-branding exercise which will entail the development, implementation and evaluation of the Kenya Utalii College brand.

The rebranding process should include a culture change programme for the internal stakeholders, so as to, enhance the overall experience for our customers and external stakeholders.

Therefore, the rebranding exercise should be designed to positively position Kenya Utalii College both in the present and future, within Kenya and the African region.

Background

Kenya Utalii College (KUC) was founded 36 years ago, with an aim of developing a highly qualified human resource base for the Hospitality and Tourism industry.

The institution has over the years played a significant role with regard to training personnel for this crucial industry.

Since inception, the College has trained approximately 45, 500 graduates from over 20 countries, in different disciplines including: Food Production, Housekeeping and Laundry, Hotel Management, Front Office, Tour Operations and Tour Guiding in the Hospitality and Tourism arena.

Scope of Work

The services will include but not limited to undertaking a mapping exercise to establish current practices of different training institutions in the sector within Kenya and best practices from developing and developed countries, evaluating the needs of the College, development and implementation of a new corporate identity, comprehensive brand manual, development of effective internal and communications strategies, tools and materials, internal culture and attitude change, capacity building within the institution for the long term sustainability of the brand.

In addition, the services will include developing a road map of the strategy programme; and address any other issue(s) incidental or related thereto.

The Consultant

Interested consultants are invited to provide their proposals in providing the services.

Conditions for Eligibility
  • Rebranding specialists - Proof of capability and experience in carrying out successful rebranding projects, at least three similar or comparable projects, within the last five years (Indicate name, contacts and location).
  • Proven analytical tools to track and measure progress of the rebranding exercise.
  • Evidence of Company registration.
  • Evidence of VAT registration and remittance.
  • Valid tax clearance certificate.
  • Evidence of financial capacity.
  • Company profile (company history, contacts, services, affiliation etc).
As part of the evaluation process, suitable firm(s) will be shortlisted on the basis of the written EOI submitted to KUC, and may be invited to make presentations.

Improvement of Terms of Reference (TORs)

The consultant may offer suggestions and improvements in the TORs, which they consider would result in better implementation of the project.

Following evaluation of the Expression of Interest, shortlisted tenderers will be invited to participate in a formal tender in which they will be required to submit detailed technical and financial proposals in a format to be provided.

Completed EOI documents in plain sealed envelopes, clearly indicating the tender number and name as indicated above should be placed in the Tender Box at the College Reception not later than 10.00 am on the closing date Wednesday 17th August 2011.

Addressed to:

The Principal
Kenya Utalii College
P.O Box 31052-00600, Ngara
Nairobi

The EOI will be opened on the same day at 10.15 am at the College's Madaraka Hall in the presence of bidders /representatives who may wish to attend.

International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) Database Manager Job in Kenya

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:09 PM PDT


Terms of Reference

Database Development and Management

Position Title: Database Manager

Background

The International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) is a Research and Training institution focusing on regional peace support capacity building to respond to conflicts through preventive, management, and peace building measures.

The centre is a key player in the African Peace and Security Architecture with its strategic focus in the Eastern African Region and wishes to engage a competent expert in the area of Database Development and Management.

The job holder will be responsible for maintaining IPSTC's databases, entering new data, updating information, and working with the current developer and IPSTC staff to develop new databases.

Management Arrangements

Reporting directly to the Director, the Database Manager will also take direction from the Training Co-ordinator and will be required to work closely with other IPSTC staff to develop and maintain databases.

Duties

The job entails both Back-end (Database System) and Front-end (End User Development) and will undertake the following among other tasks.
  • Maintain existing IPSTC databases;
  • Collect and organize information pertaining to training and management of IPSTC.
  • Definition and construction of required Logical Database models
  • Definition of database security, integrity and recovery
  • Determination of hardware and software requirements
  • Testing of databases
  • Definition of tools to be used for design and development of front end applications
  • Development of TMS application software for end user interaction with the database
  • Clean and enter updated and new data into TMS database, including addressing problems with data provided to TMS Installation of TMS application on user computers
  • Conduct end user training and technical manuals
  • Provide regular reports on the status of databases;
  • Modification of database structures, entry forms and reports as required;
  • Design and development of new databases;
  • Regular up-dating of IPSTC website
  • Liaise with staff in other organisations to facilitate the flow of information;
  • Other duties as requested by the Training Coordinator or Director
Qualification and Professional Experience
  • Degree in Computer Science and an advanced degree in Computer Based Information Systems
  • 5 years relevant experience in the area of database development and management
  • Experience in design and development of complex software applications, multi user databases for both window based and Intranet/ Internet based programs
  • A strong knowledge of Oracle and SQL server or My-SQL DBMS products working HTML knowledge or web development program, ability to write JAVA script, working knowledge of TCP/IP and other networking protocols
  • Experience in Document management
  • Strong writing and presentation skills
  • Positive attitude towards working in a team and helping other people
  • Database certification and conventional computer programming language are an added advantage.
Applications should be submitted via email to: info@ipstc.org

Deadline for submitting applications is 5th August 2011

Insurance Claims Vice President Job Vacancy

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 10:09 PM PDT


Recruiting

Vice President - Claims

We...

... are a non-life insurance company in East Africa. Established recently with a substantially higher than statutorily required capital, we are rapidly gaining market share.

We consider claims settlement a critical functional area. We also believe in training and retraining people.

To this end we are recruiting for the right individual to head the claims department and also carry out staff training programs.

You...

... are a highly motivated insurance professional rearing to contribute to the success of a budding company by providing the best claims settlement practice.

You possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:
  • University Graduate with some distinction
  • Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute or another Insurance Institute considered at par with the Chartered Insurance Institute
  • Practicing insurer at a senior level heading the claims function of a company at its head office
  • Responsible for implementing the management's vision of service in claims
  • Have at least 10 years of management experience in non-life insurance of which at least 3 years would be as the head of the claims department
  • Have substantial underwriting experience.
  • Have some marketing experience to demonstrate that you are at ease in dealing with brokers, clients and service providers
  • Concerned with the aspirations of the brokers and clients with respect to settlement of claims
  • Willing to walk that extra mile to make the company stand out in service
As a trainer you have the following attributes:
  • Passionate about improving the skills of colleagues and showing them the way to move upwards rapidly
  • Zealous about identifying talents and encouraging further progress
What We Offer
  • A congenial and satisfying work environment
  • An above market average compensation package which includes accommodation, transport, annual passage(if from another country) and medical insurance
How to Apply

Please send curriculum vitae by email to: recruitingclaimsmanager@gmail.com

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