Monday, January 9, 2012

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Software Architects at Bridge International Academies - Jobs in Nairobi Kenya -

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 12:56 PM PST


Position Title: Software Architect

Location: Nairobi

Number of Positions: 3

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our "school in a box" systems.

Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale. We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.

About the Position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.

We have a need to recruit for the position of Software Architect to ensure that all software systems are based on sound and maintainable system architectures.

Responsibilities
  • Developing the architecture of new software systems as well reviewing and improving the architecture of existing systems
  • Creating and maintaining documentation of system architecture for new and existing systems
  • Ensuring that our IT systems will scale to thousands of schools and millions of students
  • Reviewing and improving security of our software
  • Choosing appropriate infrastructure for deployment of our systems including determining whether to host systems locally or remotely
  • Taking the lead technical role on the software team
  • Recommended and implementing improvements in all aspects of our software development process
  • Developing standards and guidelines for software design and coding to be used by the software team
  • Establishing processes for regular design and code reviews as well as leading these reviews
  • Leading regular training sessions on technical topics for the software team
  • Mentoring software developers in all areas of software development
  • Training one or two senior software engineers with the aim of turning them into software architects
  • Leading teams of software engineers on architecture improvement projects
  • Writing and debugging code
  • Contributing to the overall IT strategy of the company
About You

Successful candidates must possess:
  • 10 years of experience in software engineering with at least 4 years in an architect role
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Problem solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work with a team
  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible
  • Good communication skills
Specialist knowledge required
  • Ability to architect systems that are critical to the day to day operations of large organizations (ERP, financial systems, CRM…)
  • Experience with client server, web based and mobile software
  • Ability to lead infrastructure selection for large and scalable software systems
  • Expert knowledge in standard enterprise architecture patterns such as n-tier and SOA
  • Experience in design and development of large scale relational databases
  • Experience with system integration and automated data exchange and synchronization between multiple software products (custom and off the shelf)
  • Experience taking software projects through the entire software lifecycle
  • Experience with professional software development practices such as requirements management, source code control, defect tracking, unit testing and code reviews and have been instrumental in establishing and managing such practices where you have worked
  • Ability to train and mentor software developers both formally and informally
  • Ability to write and debug code in addition to architecture and design
You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at

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Software Engineer Job at Bridge International Academies Nairobi Kenya

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 12:51 PM PST


Position Title: Software Engineer

Location: Nairobi

Number of Positions: 1

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our "school in a box" systems.

Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale. We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.

About the Position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.

We have a need to recruit for the position of Software Engineer to build software tools that will support the operations for the network of schools.

Responsibilities
  • Writing code for new software systems and maintenance of existing software systems
  • Designing databases and writing queries in SQL
  • Testing and debugging software
  • Providing second line technical support to in-house users of software developed by our team
About You

Successful candidates must possess:
  • Good problem solving skills
  • Be detail oriented
  • Good time management skills
  • Good analytical skills
  • Ability to work with a team
  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible
  • Good communication skills
Specialist knowledge required
  • Knowledge of multiple programming languages and frameworks
  • Ability to independently develop software
  • Experience with C#, MS SQL Server, PHP, Java, Android, MySQL or SugarCRM
  • Knowledge and experience of professional software practices including source code control, defect tracking, unit testing and code reviews
You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at

www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com 
 
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Job in Kenya - Web Designer & Developer

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 12:44 PM PST


Department: Technical

Post: Web Designer and Developer

Reporting to: Project Manager

Requirement: Immediate

The web designer and developer shall maintaining existing as well as come up with websites and web applications for the company's consumption as well as that of the company's clients. The ability to deliver top quality websites and working solutions within set deadline limits and specifications shall be the benchmark of performance.

The Post holder will report to the Project manager with the progress of both his activities and the situation on the ground with relation to the business - client relationship and achievement of set targets. Please see www.mybizad.net for the company's description.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • To program according to specifications given and come up with deliverables within time deadline and resources constraints
  • To document all project workflow and applications for easier follow up, coordination, maintenance and support
  • To design, develop and implement sound websites and applications to clients with no supervision
  • To install, configure, set up websites and applications at clients site and to offer support to clients on matters that concern the services offered to them
  • To make use of project management skills to manage his own job and responsibilities and be responsible for their performance
  • To be a solutions provider to clients when they require service and web related solutions and products
  • To be accountable, committed and result oriented as far as giving service to clients is concerned as well as ensuring customer satisfaction
  • To manage project workflow and ensure that projects are conducted in the best way possible with prudence and minimization of waste of project resources being key objectives
  • To ensure highest quality standards are maintained within project work and the deliverable
Essential Qualities
  • Evidence of experience in similar position
  • Web developer with the following skills: Php, javascript, Ajax, html, ASP.Net
  • Database platforms: SQL Server, MySql, Oracle, Sybase, foxpro, XML
  • Experience in using web publishing and content management tools e.g. dreamweaver, joomla, Drupal, wordpress e.t.c commercially
  • Graphic design using graphic design tools e.g. photoshop, illustrator, fireworks e.t.c
  • Evidence of past experience (at least 2 years) working with the above mentioned technologies
  • Excellent team player and willingness both to take direction and use own initiative as appropriate
  • Desire to learn new technologies and keep up with technology
  • Ability to adapt to new and any technology with regard to programs and programming as a whole
  • Ability to communicate clearly within team, with management and with clients on relevant subjects of the tasks undertaken
Desirable Qualities
  • Relevant course in project management
  • Good human interaction skills
  • Other programming languages and tools e.g. java, J2ME, linq, C#, VB.Net
  • Experience with RAD tools and MVC frameworks e.g. Tellerik, CakePhp e.t.c.
  • Experience with financial management software and financial accounting packages
  • Human and project organization and management skills
Person Specifications
  • Hard working
  • Honest
  • Capable of working under pressure
  • Commitment
  • Accountability
  • Experience
  • Project management
  • Desire to learn new technologies and keep up with technology
Application

The applicant should apply by way of sending an email to the email address: jobs@mybizad.net

The application must be accompanied a list of at least 3 websites / web engines that the candidate had developed in the last one year.

The applicant should send a current CV and a cover letter detailing his /her experience in web design and development and referees who can be contacted to give an opinion

Only applicants who provide sample sites that shall be seen to meet acceptable standards shall be contacted.

Deadline: 31st January 2012
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Marketing / Sales Executive Job in SasaHivi Media Kenya

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 11:30 AM PST


Our Company

SasaHivi Media Ltd ('Sasa Hivi' means in Kiswahili 'right now') was founded in 2003 in Nairobi, Kenya by a group of long time experienced Multimedia, PR and IT professionals.

So, as SasaHivi Media Ltd as a company is relatively young, the experience brought together in it, is very sophisticated.

SasaHivi Media Ltd is all about bringing the best of Technology (Media and Internet) together with the best of Culture (Design, Content creation and Publishing).

Our Products

As SasaHivi Media Ltd has been steadily growing since its existence, so has also the range of products we offer.

We have 3 integrated departments: Technology, Media and Publishing.

The Technology Department deals with Web hosting, Domain names, E-mail Services, SMS Services and Consultancy in Internet related issues, it also serves technical services to the 'Media' Department.

The Media Department deals with Content creation, as well in Still Media: Graphic Design, Photography and Printing - Streaming Media: Video, Audio and Interactive Media: Web sites, Online Applications, Software development, DVD-Roms and CD-Roms. The Media Department further develops Public Relations, Advertisements, Content Branding and does Consultancy for the same.

The Publishing Department is responsible for the production and publishing of SasaHivi Media's own projects and publishes projects in collaboration with other institutions and companies.

Our Experience

As we serve as well the East-African as the Global market, our experience has global reach has as well. Equally, our local East-African expertise can help any Multinational Company or Organization interested in a regional presence to come to effective solutions accustomed to East-Africa.

Available position:

Marketing / Sales Executive

Primary responsibilities
  • Dealing with the marketing requirements of SasaHivi Media Ltd and it's clients
  • Contributing to and developing marketing plans and strategies to meet organizational objectives.
  • Implementing the company's marketing plan and executing the delivery of approved strategies.
  • Evaluating customer research, market conditions, competitor data and marketing campaigns.
  • Managing correspondence with media and advertising outlets.
  • Writing and distributing press releases.
  • Managing the production of marketing materials, involving writing and proofreading copy and liaising with designers and printers.
  • Arranging for the effective distribution of marketing materials.
  • Generating of regular marketing and sales reports to the management.
  • Selling the services and products of SasaHivi Media Ltd.
Requirements
  • Education and degree(s) in disciplines related to the primary responsibilities.
  • Experience of working in the field of marketing streaming and interactive media.
  • Creativity in developing workable solutions.
  • Ability to express in good spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
  • Attention to detail, customer-service orientation and creativity in problem-solving.
  • Ability to work in a team and to communicate in a clear way.
  • Ability to meet sales targets.
Email: sasahivi.media@gmail.com

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Community Liaison Officer Job in Mercy Corps Wajir Kenya

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 11:13 AM PST


Mercy Corps works amid disasters, conflicts, chronic poverty and instability to unleash the potential of people who can win against impossible odds.

Since 1979, Mercy Corps has provided $1 billion in assistance to people in 82 nations.

Supported by headquarters offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, the agency's unified global programs employ 3,500 staff worldwide and reach 9 million people in more than 40 countries.

Over the last five years, more than 90 percent of the agency's resources have been allocated directly to programs that help people in need.

Mercy Corps Kenya is currently responding to the drought by increasing access to affordable water in Wajir County, Northeast Kenya.

The Emergency Drought Response in Northeastern, Kenya will provide immediate emergency, rebuild the livelihoods of target communities and build the capacity of local organizations involved in the implementation of the program.

The proposed program integrates the principles of response to immediate needs, restoration of livelihoods, and capacity building for long-term recovery.

We are currently recruiting for qualified candidates to fill the following position which will be based in Wajir. Candidates from Wajir are highly recommended to apply for the positions.

Position: Community Liaison Officer

1 Position

Wajir Office

Program / Department Summary:

For our Relief and Recovery for Northern Kenya's Drought-Affected Population and Livestock Economy (ReKNDLE) program, Mercy Corps seeks an experienced Community Liaison for Wajir West and South.

General Position Summary:

The Community Liaison is responsible for maintaining close contact with communities in Mercy Corps' target locations, assuring the program is accountable to beneficiaries, and sensitizing target communities to the risks associated with conflicts, especially those related to natural resources, and identifying ways to mitigate them.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Act as focal point for communication with communities, relief committees, monitors and other stakeholders related to ReKNDLE on conflict mitigation;
  • Identify communities with high risk to natural resource conflict in collaboration with ReKNDLE team;
  • Sensitize target communities on natural resource risk;
  • Strengthen community conflict mitigation skills through training and mentoring community leaders to be 'guardians' of their area of influence;
  • Assist target communities with conflict resolution when requested.
  • Assist the Program Officer and management team in planning for conflict sensitive project implementation;
  • Support the Program Officer to ensure the project is monitored and documented, and makes recommendations for future activities and priorities to Program Officer;
  • Documents (with photographs and written reports) all program activities;
  • Represent Mercy Corps in a professional manner to suppliers, government officials, local and international community members and community groups, suppliers, the UN and others as needed;
  • Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;
  • Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility: Field Monitors

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Recovery Program Manager

Works Directly With: Livestock Livelihood Program Officer, Hr/Admin Officer, Economic Empowerment Program Officer, M&E Officer, Logistics, Finance

Knowledge and Experience:
  • A relevant diploma and significant experience with peace building, conflict mitigation and conflict resolution in Somali communities.
  • Good analytical, negotiating and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required.
  • Strong English, Kiswahili and Somali language skills. Basic computer skills.

Interested candidates who meet the above required qualifications and experience should submit a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) listing three professional references (including a current or/and previous supervisor) to hr@ke.mercycorps.org or delivered to Mercy Corps office in Wajir, Airport Road (former VSF office) on or before 20th Jan, 2012 4.00 p.m.

Applicants must clearly indicate on the email subject the position that she/he is applying for i.e. "Application for the position of Community Liaison Officer".

Applications without a subject heading will be disqualified.

Please do not attach any certificates.

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Director Corporate Services Job in Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Kenya

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 11:10 AM PST


Job Advertisement- Director Corporate Services

Background

Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing efficient capital markets in Kenya.

The Authority is seeking applications from qualified, competent and experienced candidates to provide visionary and strategic direction to a newly established Directorate of Corporate Services comprising Human Capital, Administration and Procurement, Finance, and Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) departments.

The Director will report to the Chief Executive.

The Director will actively contribute to the overall leadership of the organization through development and implementation of strategies in support of the Authority's goals and work programmes in Corporate Services Directorate.

The successful candidates will have a passion for the mandate of the Authority and its objectives and will have the gravitas and enthusiasm to help achieve its long term objectives.

Overall job summary

The Director is responsible for the direction and management of the Corporate Services Directorate and provides technical leadership and strategic direction in the design, implementation and provision of high level systems and services for all support functions within the Authority, spanning Human Capital, Administration and Procurement, Finance, and Information, Communication and Technology (ICT).

Major Duties and Responsibilities

i) Finance
  • Charged with development and implementing financial strategy of CMA pursuant to best practice and, international accounting standards;
  • Oversee the finance function, ensuring proper leadership of the Authority's financial affairs;
  • Advising the Authority on budget and financial planning strategies and policies; monitoring the budget; and preparing the annual financial statements;
  • Ensure the provision of meaningful, accurate and prompt management accounts and reports to the Chief Executive and Board of Directors.
ii) Human Capital and Administration
  • Oversee the human capital function, ensuring the provision of advice on human capital matters to the Authority, including the development and review of relevant human capital strategies, policies and procedures pursuant to best practice and Kenyan employment law;
  • Oversee performance management; recruitment; training and development; disciplinary and grievance procedures; payroll and pensions and other benefits;
  • Oversee all the procurement activity in accordance with Public Procurement Statutory framework;
  • Manage the premises/facilities used by the Authority including the relationships with landlords, managing agents.
iii) ICT
  • Charged with development and implementing of the ICT strategy of CMA and relevant policies and procedures pursuant to best practice and capital market needs;
  • Oversee the Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) function, ensuring the development and implementation of the Authority's ICT services to bolster automation of all functions and services;
  • Provide the Authority with efficient and effective information and communications technology systems that is solution-oriented to the capital markets industry.
Academic Qualifications:

Required
  • Relevant Masters Degree
Added Advantage
  • A relevant professional qualification.
Professional Qualifications:
  • Membership in a relevant professional body.
Experience Required:
  • Minimum ten (10) years experience in financial, operations, human capital, ICT, and/or administration management preferably in the financial services sector;
  • At least six (6) years experience at a senior management level in an organization with a record of success in human capital, financial management and information communication systems delivery linking service delivery to strategic objectives;
  • Proven track record of achieving results with demonstrated success in developing policies, procedures and processes and building systems and tools to support a growth-oriented organization;
  • Demonstrate experience in implementing significant change management processes;
  • Demonstrate experience in project management and related financial reporting;
  • Demonstrate knowledge of applicable statutory frameworks;
Terms and conditions of service

The position offers an attractive remuneration package, will be on contractual terms for a period of four years and renewable depending on performance. Gratuity at the rate of 31% will be payable on expiry of contract period.

Application process

If your background experience and competence match the specifications outlined, please send your application and cover letter, quoting the reference number of the position, including your current curriculum vitae, salary history, three referees (one of who must be either your current or previous employer),day telephone number, email address and details of your current salary and benefits to:

Chief Executive
Capital Markets Authority
P.O Box 74800 00200
Nairobi

The closing date is 24 January 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

This vacancy announcement is also available on the CMA website: www.cma.or.ke
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Jhpiego Kenya Request for Proposals for End of Program Evaluation

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 11:07 AM PST


Jhpiego - Kenya - an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University - is seeking consultants to complete the final external evaluation of the 3-year USAID funded ACCESS Uzima project which began in March 2009 and will end in March 2012.

The evaluation will include three separate components, namely:

a)Sharing of Best practices and lessons learned / Capacity strengthening of the DRH in RH/FP and DOMC in MIP- ;

b) Improved quality of Maternal and Neonatal Health services in Bondo District- Nyanza and

c) Capacity of NASCOP and DRH strengthened in PMTCT, PWP, IS/MWM and HTC.

The purpose of the three separate evaluations will be to document the effectiveness and efficiency of the project in achieving the project goals and objectives for each result area.

Analysis about what has worked and what has not worked will inform the organization, its partners and stakeholders in refining and revising future strategies and projects.

Each consultancy will be for a maximum of 20 working days and must be completed between 23rd January and18th February 2012.

Deliverables will include:
  • An inception report
  • Soft copy of all data collection tools.
  • Soft and hard copies of draft and final written report(s) (max 50 pages)
  • A shareable PowerPoint presentation summarizing key findings
The consultant(s) will be selected based upon the following Criteria:
  • Previous experience in project evaluation with other reputable organizations
  • Extensive experience in public health project management, especially USAID funded projects
  • At least a Masters degree in Public Health or equivalent professional experience
  • Excellent interpersonal, and communication skills, both oral and written
  • Impeccable references
Terms of reference for the program evaluation can be accessed from the following website link: www.accessuzima.or.ke/content/terms_reference_access_uzima_
end_program_evaluation

Interested individuals may submit a proposal document which should include:
  • A cover letter outlining experience and qualifications
  • Statement of consultancy - include how the evaluator(s) meet the required competences, confirmation of his/her date of availability,
  • The daily rate in Kenya Shillings, and references of previous evaluations. Note: Travel and accommodation costs will be provided by the ACCESS Uzima project.
  • An updated CV, and list of contactable references
Proposals should be submitted electronically to hr-kenya@jhpiego.net with a copy to Dr. Nancy Kidula - nkidula@jhpiego.net no later than (Nairobi, Kenya) close of business on 13th of January 2012 and include "ACCESS Uzima End of Program Evaluation" on the subject line of the e-mail.

Access Uzima is not bound to accept any proposal or give reasons for its decision.
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Management Trainees Jobs in Meru North Farmers Sacco

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 11:03 AM PST


Meru North Farmers Sacco Ltd is a fast growing SACCO in terms of member base and business in general.

To match this growth the SACCO is seeking to recruit six Management Trainees with the following qualities;


1) A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Commerce or Co-operative Management, majoring in accounts or marketing or audit

2) Computer literate

3) Good leadership, communication and interpersonal skills

4) Innovative and highly motivated

5) A Diploma in Co-operative Management will be an added advantage

Applicants who meet the above requirements are requested to send their applications, CV, and relevant copies of certificates and testimonials not later than 27th January, 2012 to:

The C.E.O,
Meru North Farmers Sacco Ltd
P.O Box 353-60600
Maua.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Deputy Executive Director, Programmes Job Vacancy at ASARECA

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 11:01 AM PST


Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa

The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa is a not-for-profit sub-regional organization of the National Agricultural Research Institutes of eleven countries: Burundi, D.R. Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.

Their mission is promoting economic growth, fighting poverty, reducing hunger and enhancing resources through regional collective action in agricultural research for development.

For additional details on ASARECA please visit http://www.asareca.org/.
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Deputy Executive Director, Programmes

Reporting to the Executive Director, the DED will be responsible for leading and coordinating the technical programme arm of the ASARECA Secretariat which entails planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring and evaluating regional agricultural research programmes for the development portfolio.

The DED will also deputize the office of the Executive Director and represent him/her in regional and international forums.

A highly-strategic thinker, you have demonstrated success as a leader of operations, programs and teams. Your excellent organizational skills ensure a flexible yet results driven approach.

Your superior interpersonal and communication skills have qualified you as a highly diplomatic negotiator and consensus builder amongst diverse groups of stakeholders. You are respected as an inclusive and empathetic leader and bring strong business and financial acumen to the role.

Candidates will be expected to hold a PhD qualification in Agricultural Sciences or any other agricultural related field and at least fifteen years technical agricultural research experience, 5 of which should be in a senior management and coordination role.

The initial term is a two-yearcontract, renewable on performance, with a basic salary package of $66,420-80,544 per annum plus allowances including housing, transport, security and education assistance for school-going children up to first degree as well as a medical cover for staff and dependents.

ASARECA is committed to gender mainstreaming and female candidates are encouraged to apply. To apply in confidence, please forward your CV and a letter of introduction to tfoster@renaudfoster.comor npoirier@renaudfoster.com by 27 January 2012.

All submissions will be acknowledged.

Full job particulars can be found at
www.renauldfoster.ca or www.asareca.org

This position is open to citizens of the 11 ASARECA member countries, only.
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