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- Common Mistakes You Make When Applying For NGO Jobs.
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- Retail & SME Banking Job Nairobi Kenya
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| Common Mistakes You Make When Applying For NGO Jobs. Posted: 21 Sep 2011 11:22 AM PDT
This is a follow up to yesterday’s article where my good friend advised young graduates on how to penetrate the NGO/UN world. That advice was meant for the young. How about you with years of experience and want to work for an NGO? I am not the best person to advice you on how to nail an NGO or UN job for the sole reason that i have never worked for one. However, i have consulted for a few as a HR professional and this articles explores This advice applies to those with NGO experience and those who wants to make a career switch from the competitive and man eat man corporate Kenya. As usual, Our advice falls along the lines of ‘what not to do.’ NGO‘s are looking for specialists in a particular field. Just because you have worked in the corporate sector does not mean your skills will translate into the humanitarian sector. You’ve run a software company? You’ve run a law office? You’ve worked in a HR office? You’ve run a marketing firm? That’s nice, but none of that experience means you are automatically ready to work for an NGO. To find a job with an NGO, you also need to have the exact skills and experience being asked for in a job. For instance, if the job posting says, “fluency in French”, then the organisation wants applicants who can do the job interview entirely in French, not someone who has had a few years of French classes. If its an accounting position and they are looking for a candidate with donor reporting skills, your CV better have this. If the job posting says candidates who have set up HIV/AIDS education programs for teens are what’s wanted, then you had better have your experience setting up such a program in your CV. If the program says you have to manage a field staff, your CV needs to note when you have managed field staff. If they job posting says, “A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations, development, economics, program management or related area,” they really mean that! Many of us are vague when it comes to relating how our experience fits into what an NGO job advert requires. Unfortunately, until you do this, you’ll continue sending applications without a response. Its not enough to have that degree or professional certifications. Even if you are a native English speaker, how good are your written and verbal skills? Not only does your CV have to impeccable, with perfect spelling and English, your emails must be as well. As noted earlier, if a job posting says, “Fluency in French”, then they want applicants who can do the job interview in French, not someone who has had a few years of French classes. If the job posting says, “ability to work in French” (or another language), you can expect at least a bit of your interview to be in that language. Your CV needs to be explicit about your experience. Just because you worked at a refugee centre say Daadab with many other nationalities, for instance, don’t assume multicultural experience is implied; spell it out! Just because you have worked as a firefighter, don’t assume emergency response experience is If you want a job that requires providing policy and technical guidance, spell out when you have done this. If the job you want is to develop, coordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate anything, show when you have done this, explicitly; NGO‘s don’t want to know you can do it, and they won’t assume you can do it unless they can see on your CV that you have done it. As was stated earlier: if the job posting says candidates who have set up HIV/AIDS education programs for teens are what’s wanted, then you had better have your experience setting up such a program in your CV. If the program says you have to manage a staff, your CV needs to note when you have managed a staff. If they job posting says, “A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, political affairs, international relations,development, economics, program management or related area,” they really mean that! Emphasize on what they asking for. Many NGO jobs in Kenya are never advertised. The jobs just float among the networks. And there is where many of us in the corporate world accuse the NGO‘s of operating like a members club where they only assist each other. The reality is that NGO are always looking to cost cut and thus advertising or engaging in And that’s why if you need an NGO job your ears must be on the ground by associating yourself with those currently working in such environment. This is what is called networking ama kujuana. A key to finding a job in ANY profession is networking: meeting people who can influence hiring decisions where you want to work, and will better ensure your candidacy is better ensured. You want these people to know you and what your areas of specialization are. However, note that there’s absolutely no guarantee that meeting someone at an organization, even the CEO, will land you a job there. Networking is a long-term strategy. It takes months, even years, not days or weeks. Networking also involves building your professional reputation, so that when connected people hear your name, they know who you are and that affirms your expertise. The more NGO jobs you apply for, the less time you have to spend on each application. The more jobs you apply for, the weaker each application. Only apply for jobs where you have a chance, where you meet at least most of the criteria for the job. Some people try to imply in their applications that because they want to work for an NGO and because they care and have good hearts, they should be given a job. It really isn't like that. As one of the NGO managers said to me, “If I had to choose between a person who cares passionately about poverty etc but is not focused and doesn't present well and a person who can get a job done dispassionately, without being very concerned about the bigger picture I would nearly always choose the latter.” Work hard on selling your skills and abilities, not your desire to help.
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| Procurement And Logistics Officer Jobs Kenya Posted: 21 Sep 2011 10:55 AM PDT
Logistics and procurement Kenya jobs. Our Client, a leading Firm in the ICT Industry, is looking to recruit a Procurement & Logistics officer. The duties and responsibilities and academic and professional qualifications are as listed below. University degree or National Higher Diploma in Business Management. Send your application letter with a detailed Curriculum Vitae stating your current and expected salary to apply@kenyajobsconnection.com no later than 31st September 2011 Kindly indicate the subject of your email as PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS OFFICER.
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| Accountant Job Opening. Salary 60-70K. Posted: 21 Sep 2011 10:36 AM PDT
Accounting Jobs Vacancy Kenya. Our client is an upcoming medium sized firm. An accounting position has arisen. Major responsibilities includes. planning and directing accounting activities within the Finance department by performing the following duties, personally or through subordinate supervisors Core roles: Analysis of expenses on monthly basis (Budget variance) - First degree & CPA finalist
Please indicate current or last salary. The Recruiting Manager Via email to: jobs@staff-kenya.com N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database no for interviewing.
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| Accounts Assistant Job Nairobi. Salary 25k-30k. Posted: 21 Sep 2011 10:25 AM PDT
Accounts Assistant Kenyan Jobs. Our client is looking to hire an accounts assistant to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures. • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions. - Min CPA Part 2 If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@staff-kenya.com Please indicate current or last salary. The Recruiting Manager Via email to: jobs@staff-kenya.com N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database no for interviewing.
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| Retail & SME Banking Job Nairobi Kenya Posted: 21 Sep 2011 10:17 AM PDT
Location: Nairobi, Kenya. Our client, a fast growing and fully Shariah compliant Bank is looking for Head of Retail and SME Banking. Reporting to the General Manager- Business, the successful candidate will have solid experience in the Candidates with experience in Islamic banking concept will have an added advantage. Structure product programs for Retail/ SME Banking including continuous improvement of product offerings. Bachelor's degree/ Diploma in Marketing or Business related field. To apply, download an Application Form from this link and send it along with your to alice@flexi-personnel.com by 29th September 2011 clearly indicating the position you are applying for and minimum salary expectation on the subject line. Only serious candidates who meet the above specifications need apply.
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| Microsoft Dynamic ERP Consultant Job in Kenya Posted: 21 Sep 2011 06:38 AM PDT
Our client is seeking to recruit a highly motivated Microsoft Dynamic ERP IT Consultant. Duties and responsibilities - Lead ERP implementation projects for new and existing customers for entire systems or specific modules. - Scope and design integration flow from outside system. - Design and configure software solutions to match client needs. - Solve business problems and technical software issues. - Should participate in the implementation of projects simultaneously. - Will work with varieties of Microsoft technologies to meet client's needs. Requirements
Interested candidates should send their updated CV to careers@kcr-hr.com on or before 23rd September, 2011. NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Visit ejobsinkenya.blogspot.com/ for many more jobs in Kenya
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| BPO Part Time (Weekend) Jobs in Nairobi Kenya – Customer Service Representatives Posted: 21 Sep 2011 06:34 AM PDT
Part Time Jobs French (2) German (2) Arabic (2) English (2) Location: Nairobi Our client, an International BPO firm with Head Offices in Australia, is looking for Customer Service Representatives for their Call Centre in Nairobi. We are looking for candidates willing to work on weekends on a 7 hour shift pattern beginning Friday night to Sunday night. We are specifically looking for students or candidates with no other job. Key responsibilities
To apply, send CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 30th September 2011. Kindly indicate the position/ language applied for as well as the minimum daily wage expectation on the subject line. Visit ejobsinkenya.blogspot.com/ for many more jobs in Kenya
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| Aga Khan University Hospital Kenya Vacancies Posted: 21 Sep 2011 06:32 AM PDT
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUHN), invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following position: Supervisor, Accounts Payable Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Supervisor, Accounts Payables will oversee the creditors' portfolio and financial accounting of the inventory. S/he will manage the supplier's database and monitor projected cash flows. Applicants should have a Bachelor of Commerce and/or CPA (K) or equivalent. S/he should have a minimum of three (3) years experience in a busy Accounting Department and working knowledge of accounting standards and procedures. S/he should be conversant with Accounting Systems and proficient in MS Office. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. Clinical Nurse (Oncology) Reporting to the Manager, Oncology services, the Clinical Nurse will be responsible for provision of high quality nursing care to patients undergoing cancer screening, diagnostics and/or receiving cancer treatments. The ideal candidate should have Diploma in Nursing (KRN/M or KRCHN) from an accredited School of Nursing. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing and or training in Cancer Nursing with experience in oncology is desirable. S/he should be registered and have current practice license issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya and with a minimum of 2 years continuous clinical experience in a similar environment. To Apply: Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to, The Manager, Recruitment, or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 5th October 2011. Applications by email are preferred. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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| IPS Jobs Kenya Operations, Accounting and Finance Posted: 21 Sep 2011 06:24 AM PDT
Industrial Promotion Services (IPS) activities in East Africa comprise project companies in infrastructure, telecommunications, agro processing, packaging, textiles, pharmaceuticals and leather industries. The region covers the countries in the East African Community as well as Mozambique, D R Congo and Madagascar. We wish to recruit self motivated, proactive individuals who meet the requirements indicated below. •Minimum 10 years overall experience with a strong Finance background. •University graduate, post graduate qualifications in Business Management would be an added advantage. •University graduate. •University graduate. Please quote the position applied for on the subject line of your E-mail. Closing date Wednesday 28th September 2011.
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| Head of Retail & SME Banking Job in Nairobi Kenya – Shariah Compliant Bank Posted: 21 Sep 2011 06:21 AM PDT
Head of Retail & SME Banking Location: Nairobi Industry: Banking Our client, a fast growing and fully Shariah compliant Bank is looking for Head of Retail and SME Banking. Reporting to the General Manager- Business, the successful candidate will have solid experience in the banking industry and be expected to achieve targeted sales and profit levels for both retail and SME business units. Candidates with experience in Islamic banking concept will have an added advantage. Duties and Responsibilities:
To apply, download an Application Form from this link and send it along with your to alice@flexi-personnel.com by 29th September 2011 clearly indicating the position you are applying for and minimum salary expectation on the subject line. Only serious candidates who meet the above specifications need apply. Visit ejobsinkenya.blogspot.com/ for many more jobs in Kenya
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