Friday, September 9, 2011

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Hot Jobs Kenya


Programme Manager

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 06:52 AM PDT

Organisation:?

Merlin
Country:?

Kenya
Closing date:?

22 Sep 2011

Responsible To: Deputy Country Director
Location: Turkana, Kenya
Contract Duration: 1 year
Starting Date: ASAP
Salary: £28,670- £29,420 per annum dependant on relevant experience
Benefits: Insurance cover, accommodation, R&R, and annual leave entitlement of 24 days per annum rising to 30 days at the completion of 12 months of continuous employment with Merlin.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.

Please note that this is an unaccompanied position.

Merlin International Profile

Merlin specialises in health, saving lives in times of crisis and helping to rebuild shattered health services. Each year, Merlin helps more than 15 million people in up to 20 countries.

Context and Background
Merlin has been working in Kenya since 1998. In addition to the country office in Nairobi, Merlin maintains offices in Kisii town in Nyanza province and Lodwar in Turkana district, as well as three offices in Somalia.

The overall objective of Merlin's work in Kenya is to contribute to a reduction of health inequalities and to a reversal in the current downward trend in health related indicators. Merlin does this by responding to emergency needs as well as continuing to build on lasting working relationships with communities and local partners; supporting the strengthening of the Kenyan health system; approaching health problems with innovative interventions; developing answers to key practical questions through operational research; and using the lessons learned at local levels to feed into national-level programming and planning.

Main purpose of the role

The Programme Manager will have overall responsibility for all Merlin's operations in Turkana district. This may include leading emergency response, conducting rapid needs assessments, participating in the relevant clusters, developing project concept notes and proposals, coordinating with other health actors at local and national levels, starting up and continuation of emergency activities and facilitating the eventual handover to more permanent incoming project staff.

This role will also assist in providing additional leadership and programme development to existing Merlin programmes. This will include programme strengthening, as well as training, strengthening the capacity of existing international and national staff and contributing to the further development of Merlin’s humanitarian policy and positioning.

Overall Objectives (scope)

• Management of Merlin emergency responses
• Base management
• Project management and development
• Administration and finance
• Human resources
• Security
• Representation
Emergency response
• To respond to humanitarian emergencies under the management of the Deputy County Director (DCD)
• To coordinate with the relevant clusters, donors, other sector actors and national/local authorities as necessary
• To provide leadership in developing an appropriate and timely intervention in close coordination with Merlin Nairobi Office, to include:
? Rapid needs assessment
? Concept note, proposal and budget writing
? Analysis of health / humanitarian contexts
? Programme development and management
? Security management
? Establishment of new Merlin country programmes
? Donor negotiations
? Programme administration
? Recruitment of staff for new programmes

Base management
• Ensure adequate information flow within Turkana teams and between Turkana and Nairobi offices
• Create/maintain a "team spirit" within the Merlin staff
• Oversee and coordinate the general functioning of the Turkana base, the sub-bases and all departments / services

Project management and development
• Ensure that projects remain within the remit of their initial design, budget and propose and prepare any amendments when necessary
• Budget holding of the Merlin emergency projects implemented in the Turkana district
• Plan and monitor emergency project activities and outputs against project logframes and budgets. This includes grant opening, grant closing and monthly grant monitoring meetings with all departments, as well as activity, procurement and financial planning.
• Ensure the delivery of the project according to objectives and time-frames and support field sites in the fulfilment of their duties according to programme design
• Reporting – internal and external – for daily and weekly site communications
• Ongoing evaluation and development of proposals
• Preparation of interim and final reports for donors
• Ensure that appropriate systems and plans are in place for dealing with emergencies, and provide leadership for staff and volunteers in emergencies
• Ensure there is a regular, documented forum / meeting for all key staff to discuss and plan programme objectives

Security
• Responsible for the security of the Merlin team and assets in a changeable and volatile security environment, including initiating and organising evacuation if necessary
• Ongoing monitoring of the security situation in the region and liaise with the CD, DCD and Logistics Manager on all security and related matters and act accordingly.
• Prepare and update security guidelines and ensure that these are adhered to
• Provide timely and accurate security/incident reports to the DCD/CD
• Maintain regular contacts with security key actors (NGOs, local authorities, the community, MONUC, OCHA, etc.)
• Actively participate in all inter-agency security forums and meetings and maintain good networking with all relevant stakeholders including UN and NGOs.
• Brief all staff on arrival in the field on the security context and its implications
• Facilitate the evacuation of field-based teams if and when necessary.
• Ensure a healthy balance between staff security and programme needs through liaison and discussion with the Country Director and other CMT members.

Logistics
• Assure planning and procurement of goods in line with project and base needs
• Collaborate with Merlin Nairobi logistics to assure planning, procurement and timely delivery of drugs and medical consumables to Merlin-supported health facilities
• Assure Merlin procurement and logistics procedures are followed
• Manage and document warehouse and transport of Merlin goods according to Merlin procedures

Admin and finance
• Manage the program budget and ensure regular communication with the Finance Department on all budget matters
• Manage cash on site, ensuring compliance with Merlin procedures in relation to cash security (on site and cash transfer).
• Ensure project activities comply with legal requirements of Kenya
• Prepare timely cash requests and transfers
• Filing systems and record keeping
• Prevent, and if necessary report and investigate fraud and misconduct

Human resources
• Manage staff effectively, including appropriate and systematic delegation
• Line manage project coordinators and project health coordinators, including regular performance management and appraisals
• Ensure that Merlin recruitment and appraisal procedures are followed
• Ensure that all staff management is carried out according to the Merlin internal regulations and Kenyan labour law
• Provide the HR department in Nairobi with monthly staff information updates and keep them informed on all disciplinary matters
• Organise and supervise capacity building and development of national staff
• Ensure that personnel are funded within the frame of programme budgets

Representation
• Represent Merlin and its activities to key stakeholders
• Closely collaborate with MoH on Health Zone level and assure that Merlin projects effectively contribute to MoH capacity building and comply with MoH strategies

Other
• Provide meaningful reporting on project activities
• Provide coverage for other posts when needed and carry out any other responsibilities as requested by the Deputy Country Director

Person Specification

Essential
• Extensive experience implementing field-level projects in developing countries; including experience of working in Africa.
• Substantial experience in a similar programme management capacity.
• Strong field level experience in a humanitarian and/or emergency context in a coordination/management/operations role, including the following experience:
o Program management cycle
o Budget preparation
o Proposal and report writing
o Logistics
o Financial and administrative management
o Monitoring and evaluation
• Good understanding of public health.
• Excellent relationship building and diplomacy skills.
• Experience of conducting needs assessments, project development and new project start-up.
• Knowledge and understanding of project management tools (logical framework analysis, project cycle management, indicators, etc.).
• Proven experience in financial and budget management.
• Good security management experience in an unstable or insecure environment.
• Supportive human resources and team management experience and skills.
• Representation and networking experience and skills.
• Good understanding of humanitarian and development issues.
• Good organisational skills with a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a heavy workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong problem solving skills and experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues.
• Good leadership skills with a supportive, consultative management style.
• Excellent team worker with experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures.
• Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English.
• Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, Merlin's mission and values.

How to Apply

To apply for this job, please go to www.merlin.org.uk/jobs and apply using our online recruitment system. In order to apply for a job with Merlin online you will need to complete a short registration process and create an account – the online recruitment system explains how to do this. Once your account has been created, you will be able to save the information that you have entered in your application and re-visit it at any time before you submit it.

If you are unable to apply online please download and complete an application form and email it to: applications@merlin.org.uk.

Please note that we do not accept CVs and any application must therefore be made online or by completing our application form. Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Data Protection
In accordance with the 1998 Data Protection Act Merlin will hold and use personal information that you have given for the purposes of recruitment and employment should an offer of employment be made. This information will be stored in manual and/or computer form. This information may also be disclosed to third parties in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
In cases where a job offer is conditional on ensuring that potential employees' names do not appear on counter terrorism lists generated by the United Nations, European Union or the United States due to donor funding requirements, Merlin will use the information that you have given for checking that your name does not appear on these lists.

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SASRA Internal Audit & Risk Manager Vacancy Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 05:31 AM PDT

The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA), a State Corporation with a mandate to License, Supervise and Regulate Sacco Societies in Kenya seeks to recruit a qualified person for the following position.



Ref: SASRA 2/1 (60)

This is a senior position and the holder will be advising the Board and management on risk management, monitor compliance and internal control systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain a sound audit manual detailing audit practices, procedures and standards.

* Plan and execute operational, information system and other investigative audits.

* Monitor compliance with the law, the regulations, policies and procedures with respect to the Authority's operations in the course of discharge of its mandate.

* Appraise the effectiveness and efficiency of financial, information systems and administrative controls.

* Monitor status of the implementation of approved audit recommendations.

* Develop risk and compliance framework on the Authority's overall risk management strategies and annual work plans.

* Undertake risk assessment and make necessary recommendations.

* Train and create awareness throughout the organization on risk identification and management.

* Coordinate the activities of the Authority's Risk and Audit Board Committee in consultation with the office of the CEO.



* First degree in business related field from a recognized university.

* Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).

* Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and OR Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualifications and membership to the respective professional body.

* At least five (5) years relevant experience, three (3) of which must be in a senior Audit position in well established institution or public sector set up.

* Be well versed with International Standards on Auditing (ISA's) and International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) as well as strong background of computerized financial management.

* Regulatory knowledge in the financial sector will be an added advantage

SASRA is an equal opportunity employer, Interested candidates should submit their applications enclosing detailed CV, current position, current salary, 3 referees and their contact email address and telephone numbers quoting the reference above to:

The Chief Executive Officer

Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority

P.O. Box 25089–00100

Nairobi

To reach us not later than 28th September, 2011

Note: Only short listed applicants will be contacted and canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification



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Resource Mobilisation Adviser, Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 05:16 AM PDT

Organisation:?

HelpAge International
Country:?

Kenya
Closing date:?

26 Sep 2011

One year contract, full time, unaccompanied post

Salary: £28,142 gross per annum

HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active and healthy lives. Our work in over 50 countries is strengthened through our global network of like-minded organisations – the only one of its kind in the world.
Our Africa Regional Development Centre (ARDC) is based Kenya. They empower older people in Africa in a whole range of ways, sharing information with their partners and advise on ageing issues, fighting for older people‘s needs and rights to be placed right at the heart of policy and legislation and also helping older people take action to curb the impact and spread of HIV and AIDS.

HelpAge is looking for a Resource Mobilisation Adviser. He/she will be responsible for steering the growth of restricted and unrestricted income of HelpAge in Africa from major multi-lateral, bilateral and private foundations by undertaking donor intelligence, providing advice and technical support to the development of high quality programmes that meet donor priorities.

The post holder will have significant experience of planning, writing, reviewing, and presenting project proposals, formal applications and donor reports, as well as experience in representing organisations in meetings with donors, Government officials and project partners. Proven track record in managing grants and demonstrable experience and knowledge of major bilateral donors, foundations and a wide range of charities are all essential for this role. Strong communication, analytical and research skills, fluency in English and excellent IT skills are also essential for this role.

For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please click on the following link: http://www.helpage.org/resourcemobilisationadviser

HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer.

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CARE International Kenya Job Vacancies

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 05:10 AM PDT

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are results-oriented to fill the following positions.


Ref: KNEC/09/2011

Based in Nairobi



The primary role of the Kenya National Emergency Coordinator (KNEC) is to facilitate decision-making, and information flows to ensure quality, effectiveness and smooth running of emergency operations by the CARE Kenya team.

A key responsibility of the KNEC is to support internal and external communications between and among CARE staff and their key partners to ensure they have all the necessary support and information to overcome the constraints and challenges of emergency responses.

The KNEC will mobilize the emergency response teams at the regional and national level when necessary.



Ref: AC/09/2011

Based in Dadaab

Reporting to the Program Quality and Learning Manager, the Accountability Coordinator will provide leadership in the establishment of CARE accountability system.

The position will play a key role in CARE's effort to strengthen the quality of services, and accountability and ensure that a common approach is used by accountability officers at the camp level.

Over the first three months of the assignment, functioning accountability systems that are good enough and which can be improved over time will have been put in place.



Ref: FO/09/2011

Based in Dadaab

Reporting to the Finance Coordinator, the Finance Officer will be responsible for ensuring optimal requirements are met in day to day running of the operational functions of finance unit.

The overall goal of the position is to distinguish operational functions in Management of Treasury, Safe cash management and Data entries to meet the projects needs.

For detailed job responsibilities and requirements visit our website: www.care.or.ke

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters together with a detailed C.V with three professional referees, daytime telephone contacts by 16 September 2011 to

The Human Resources & Development Manager,

CARE International in Kenya,

P.O Box 43864 – 00100,

Nairobi



Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.



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Architect and Draftsman Vacancies Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 04:42 AM PDT

A well-established architectural firm seeks to recruit registered or registerable architects with a minimum of three (3) years experience.

We are also seeking for trained technicians with a minimum of five (5) years experience.

Interested parties should send their applications, CV's, summary portfolio, copies of certificates and other relevant testimonials, information on current and expected salary and telephone contact to:

Aaki Consultants

Architects & Urban Designers



So as to reach us not later than Friday 16th September, 2011.

Only short listed persons will be notified.



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Head, I.T. Projects & Quality Assurance KCB Vacancy Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 04:04 AM PDT



Job Ref I.T. 09/2011



Reporting to Director IT, the position is responsible for Project Management, Applications Development and Quality Assurance in the service delivery within I.T. in order to meet the business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

* Set and enforce adherence to Project Management standards in all I.T. implementation activities.

* Set and enforce adherence to Application development standards in all I.T. system development initiatives.

* Set and enforce change and quality assurance standards in IT systems

* Accountable for development of the core banking system and all the interfaces to the system

* Identifying and coordinating core banking system upgrades

* Ensure all projects are properly scoped, documented and implemented within scope

* Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on schedule

* Establish and maintain procedures for project management, applications development and quality assurance in line with industry best practice

* Assessment of risks within the areas of responsibility and ensuring that risks are mitigated and that applications are developed and deployed in line with risk management policies of the bank

* Monitor and ensure that applications development and system changes are properly tested in line with best practice before changes are made to the T24 operating environment.

* Planning and prioritizing IT projects and application development activities for the bank

* Managing both internal and external application developers to ensure timely delivery of solutions

* Carry out resource planning and mapping for all implementation activities to be carried out.

* Reporting and communicating on all project related issues to key stakeholders



* A Bachelor's degree in ICT or related field from a recognized university is required. An MBA will be an added advantage

* Must possess at least one of IT certifications. Possession of T24 certification will be an added advantage

* Project management training and skills is a mandatory requirement.t.

* A minimum of 5 years' experience in 3 of which must be in IT Senior Management with hands on experience in:

1. Managing enterprise wide large IT core banking project implementations

2. Designing system architectures

3. Leading application development teams

4. Change management and quality assurance

* Working experience with Oracle, Unix and Microsoft systems

* Leadership experience with large cross functional project teams

* Knowledge of and experience with programming languages and platforms – visual basic, .NET, Java etc

* Should have excellent understanding of processes particularly the Systems Development Life Cycle

* Knowledge and application of the bank products, services and policies

* Thorough understanding of other essential supporting banking systems such as clearing, various channels and interfaces etc.

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

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

To be considered your application must be received by 20th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.



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KCB Trade Finance Relationship Manager Job Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 03:58 AM PDT



Job Ref CORP 13/2011



Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Institutions, this position will create value for the Bank through the establishment and maintenance of correspondent banking relationships with global and regional financial institutions – focussing on Africa, Asia and the Pacific region.

Key Responsibilities

* Initiation of correspondent banking relationships in assigned region, including conduct of necessary due diligence in accordance with KCB policies, in order to support and enable achievement of the Group's strategic objectives.

* Marketing of KCB products to correspondent banks and regional financial institutions for business growth.

* Negotiation with correspondent banks, for optimal pricing and terms, for trade finance, treasury and cash management products and services required by KCB

* Appraisal and monitoring of lines of credit availed to correspondent banks in assigned portfolio in order to ensure that credit and country risks are within acceptable risk appetite.

* Resolution of business issues between KCB and correspondent banks in order to achieve excellent customer service, strong relationships and maximized revenues for the Bank

* Provide support to branches, country subsidiaries and other business units on correspondent banking issues.

* Manage, Coach and Develop a high performing Foreign Financial Institutions team.

* Arranging and attending meetings with representatives of correspondent banks under the assigned portfolio.



* A university degree preferably in a business related discipline.

* An MBA, CPA and/or ACCA qualification is desirable but not essential.

* 4 years management experience in Banking, 2 of which must be in Relationship Management covering Credit Analysis.

* Business development experience in international Trade Finance or Treasury will be an added advantage.

* French or other foreign language skills will be a strong added advantage.

* Have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

* Have the ability to make prompt decisions and be independent in problem solving

* Possess excellent analytical skills, be open-minded and have the ability to identify alternative solutions

* Possess good knowledge of Bank products and problem solving techniques

* Possess good risk and financial analysis skills

* Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish new client relationships and generate new business in a multicultural environment

* Have passion and commitment to excellence

* Proficiency in SWIFT Alliance

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

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

To be considered your application must be received by 20th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.



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KCB Sudan Head of Finance Vacancy

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 03:50 AM PDT



MLD Job Ref FIN 06/2011



Develop strategic and financial plans for the subsidiary, support the business on implementation of financial strategy, keep proper record whilst complying with accounting guidelines and laws, implement sound financial controls and maintain the standards expected from time to time by the finance division at head office.

Key responsibilities

* Develop financial plans for the subsidiary in line with group guidelines, monitor performance against set targets and enforce budgetary controls

* Put in place proper internal control measures

* Prepare monthly financial and management reports for the country executive and as required by finance division in head office

* Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for publication

* Coordinate audits by external auditors and inspection by the BOSS inspectors

* Ensure compliance with BOSS Banking Guidelines and any Laws in the country

* Maintain sound accounting system that comply with International Accounting Standards at the Subsidiary

* Manage the operational risk by ensuring that all suspense accounts are reconciled promptly

* Provide leadership, training and coaching for the finance team

* Achieve and maintain tax efficiency in the business of the subsidiary



* Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline. Masters degree will be added advantage

* Professional qualification in accountancy- CPA, ACCA, or CFA

* At least 5 years management experience in a busy financial management environment

* Excellent communication and presentation skills

* Proven financial analysis skills

* Team player

* Proficiency in office automation skills

* Sound knowledge of statutory and income tax laws

* Good understanding of the business environment in the region

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

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

To be considered your application must be received by 20th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.



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Oxfam Accounts Assistant, Livelihoods Officer, Monitoring Officer and Deputy Programme Manager Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 03:20 AM PDT

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

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

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

Oxfam also intends to scale up some social protection safety nets in Mombasa.

Oxfam has launched its largest ever appeal in Africa in response to the massive food crisis facing more than 12 million people across Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya.

In Kenya, Oxfam aims to help 1.3 million people with clean water, cash initiatives and veterinary support people's livestock.

To this end, we are seeking to fill the following positions:

Data Management / Accounts Assistant

Location: Mombasa

Contract: Fixed term 8 months, National Level E1

The Data Management and Accounts Assistant (DMAA) will be responsible for collating and inputting all the information gathered from the field team and according to the agreed mandatory fields for completion in the database. Data will be managed efficiently, with accuracy and in relation to the timing of monthly cash transfers.

The DMAA therefore must ensure all data entries are accurate. The data assistant will also support the Mombasa office in managing the finance requirements including managing the office petty cash. The integrity and professionalism of the post holder is therefore an essential and non-negotiable requirement of this post.

To be successful in this role, you will need a first degree and recognised accounting qualification or intermediate accountancy qualification (CPA, ACCA level two or its equivalent), a highly developed appreciation of the importance of accuracy, rigour and efficiency as integral to effective database and information systems management.

Practical experience of humanitarian context analysis including cash transfer projects and monitoring systems will be an added advantage.

You will have knowledge and a commitment to skills transfer to partners, including training and coaching skills. Proven ability to work independently, organise and prioritise workloads effectively and also work as part of a closely-knit team is needed.

You will have the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and the ability to plan, liaise and follow tasks through to completion is required. You are expected to have well developed interpersonal and team skills and ability to adapt to rapidly changing external constraints under pressure with minimal supervision.

Confidentiality, tact and diplomacy is essential, with a proven capacity to handle confidential information with sensitivity supported by the necessary controls. Good communication skills in written and spoken English and Kiswahili are essential.

Urban Food Security & Livelihoods Officer

Location: Mombasa

Contract: Fixed term 8 months, National Level D1

The post holder will support the partners in the implementation of the agreed cash transfer intervention. In collaboration with the partners, the Urban Food Security and Livelihoods Adviser, support training of the partners' and Ministry of Gender Children & Social Development (MGC&SD) on cash transfers as part of a larger Social Protection programme.

The role provides feedback to partners and the MGC&SD on their programme implementation skills.

He/she will support in the implementation of monitoring and evaluation tools and management of databases for the cash transfer project and support if the programme is to be up scaled up.

The post holder will ensure quality project implementation process and document project outcomes. The post holder will coordinate the projects data collection, computation and analysis and making reports available to inform the program.

You will also ensure that the correct targeted beneficiaries are registered and accurately enrolled, including registration into M&E required data management systems.

He/she will support the cash transfer project in Urban Informal Settlements of Mombasa and share relevant information to MGC&SD as part of capacity and ownership building. You are expected to Liaise with local administrative authorities, private sector and other civil society organisations for project linkages and sustainability.

The post holder will ensure that project implementation is sensitive to community needs, women rights, HIV/AIDS and diversity while ensuring the involvement of the poorest members of the community.

To be successful in this role, you will have a degree in social sciences, with intensive experience in project implementation in the urban informal settlements as well as in-depth experience in food security and livelihoods interventions.

He/she will have a good understanding of project cycle management including monitoring and evaluation. Proven experience of participatory programme approaches, monitoring and learning partner management and capacity building skills are essential.

You will need good analysis and report writing skills coupled with strong communication skills in written and spoken English and Swahili. You are expected to be able to thoroughly handle multiple tasks at once, plan and follow tasks through to completion.

You will have well developed interpersonal, team skills and be adaptive to rapidly changing external constraints under pressure with minimal supervision. Confidentiality, tact and diplomacy are required in this role. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, gender and diversity mainstreaming is essential.

Monitoring and Learning Officer

Location: Mombasa

Contract: Fixed term 8 months, National Level D2

The Monitoring and Learning Officer will support the program in the implementation of the agreed monitoring and evaluation system for the Cash Transfer Social Protection Programme of the Government of Kenya, including post-distribution monitoring for cash transfer.

In collaboration with the partners and the Mombasa Urban Livelihoods and Food Security Officer, you will support training of the partners on monitoring and evaluation data collection methods.

He/she will provide feedback to field staff on their data collection skills. The post holder will design the programme monitoring and evaluation tools and databases for the diverse projects of the program.

You will coordinate the Social Protection program data collection, computation, cleaning and data analysis and make the analysis reports available to inform the program.

The role supports the program to document and analyse the effects and impact of the intervention in Urban Informal Settlements of Mombasa. You will ensure that all analysed data is used to inform the program management to influence decisions, and that feedback is made to all relevant parties (beneficiaries, the administration and all partners).

The post holder will assist partners with data compilation and directly manage the storing of crucial monitoring and evaluation program data as well as ensure that all work is carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and gender issues while ensuring the involvement of the poorest members of the community and promotes the full and equal participation of women.

The successful candidate will have a degree in social sciences with in-depth experience in project monitoring and evaluation in an international NGO. You will need proven practical experience of humanitarian and development context analysis and programming, including cash transfer projects and monitoring systems.

It is essential to have a good understanding of project cycle management including developing monitoring and evaluation framework.

You will have proven experience of participatory programme approaches, good analysis and report writing skills coupled with strong communication skills in written and spoken English. Working knowledge of Swahili is a must.

You will also have well developed interpersonal and team skills and ability to adapt to rapidly changing external constraints under pressure with minimal supervision. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, gender and diversity mainstreaming is required.

Deputy Programme Manager

Location: Dadaab

Contract: Fixed term 4 months, National Level D1

The Deputy Programme Manager will provide day to day management support to the Programme team, ensuring adequate planning and efficient use of available resources in the implementation of activities in Kambioos refugee camp and also provide overall management / representation cover for the Programme Manager (PM) during periods of absence.

In liaison with the Program Manager, the post holder will be expected to ensure compliance with donor requirements in procurement, financial management reporting and in line with Oxfam's internal procedures, support the PM in proposal and project development, monitor the overall status of key environmental, social, economic and political indicators and participate in making recommendations as well as support the PM in hosting and briefing visitors (internal and external) including donors and the media and commissioned research or technical inputs of external specialists.

To be successful in this role, you will be expected to have a degree in social sciences or related field coupled with experience in managing development and/or humanitarian projects, proposal development and managing donor commitments.

You will be required to have analytical and strategic planning skills, coordination, influencing and negotiating skills with diverse audiences as well as confident representation skills.

The post holder will be required to posses excellent team abilities to build good relations both internally and externally, good written and spoken English as well as the commitment to Humanitarian Principles and action.

To apply

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably your current line managers to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk by 21st September 2011.

Indicate in the subject line the position that you are applying for.

Please note that due to the current emergency response we will be reviewing and interviewing applications as they are submitted.

If successful candidate is found we may appoint prior to the 21st of September.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization

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Safaricom Incident Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Posted: 09 Sep 2011 03:16 AM PDT

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Service Assurance and Quality Department within the Technical/IT Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Incident Manager

Ref: Technical/IT_ IM _Sep 2011

Reporting to the Senior Manager – Service Operations; the holder of the position will manage a team to ensure normal service operation is restored as quickly as possible and within the defined SLA's during incident(s) to minimize adverse impact on Business operations and ensure correct escalation procedures for Incident Management are followed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Logging, classifying and prioritizing reported incidents;
  • Escalating incidents to the respective resources responsible for restoring services according to defined OLA's & SLA's;
  • Providing timely incident notifications to the respective groups;
  • Collating incident progress and updating the respective groups according to the defined timelines;
  • Provide reports on all the reported incidents and identify gaps aimed at improving services;
  • Documentation of Incident processes to drive the Service Operations function for addressing Incidents;
  • Manage staff performance in the team.
  • Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology ;
  • Microsoft Certified Professional Certification (MCP) – MCSE, MCSA;
  • Unix/Linux Certification is an added advantage;
  • ITIL V3 Certification or equivalent;
  • ICDL certification;
  • Cisco Certification: CCNA;
  • 3-4 years IT Service Management experience with knowledge of IT platforms, Operating Systems, User Support and Safaricom Systems;
  • Experience in managing escalations using defined OLAs & SLAs;
  • Experience in both hardware/software/system support e.g. as a technician;
  • Excellent Communication, Problem solving and People skills;
  • Experience and knowledge in monitoring IT Systems and Applications.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Friday 16th September 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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