| Tarpo Industries Limited Receptionist Job in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 08:21 AM PST 
Tarpo Industries Limited, one of the most innovative group of companies in East Africa would like to announce the following vacancy:
Receptionist
TT/MR/1502 – 001
Nairobi HQ
The Person - You will always look presentable and will exercise high levels of professionalism.
- You will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- You will execute front office duties with integrity and enhance the company's customer care experience.
- You will have outstanding interpersonal skills as you will be interacting with customers and colleagues throughout the organization.
- You will be Fluent in English and Kiswahili with a neutral accent.
- You will have an aggressive learning attitude to grasp technical information relating to products offered by Tarpo.
- You will have the ability to multi-task and maintain confidentiality
The Job - Receiving and directing calls on the PABX
- Receiving a directing visitors to the company
- Accurately recording information received via telephone on the calls in register and following up that action was taken by the respective people.
- Will ensure filing and record keeping is accurately done.
- Secretarial work for any of the senior management team
Minimum Qualifications / Experience & Skills - Diploma in Front Office operations/Office administration OR 2 years experience in a similar industry. A certificate in Customer service will be an added advantage.
- Excellent ICT abilities in MS Office
- Ability to sell Tarpo products over the phone.
- Ability to monitor sales trends and act on them.
- Good report writing skills.
- Creative and Practical.
- Aggressive doer (less talk, more action!)
The application procedure is as follows: A CV, covering letter stating your market worth (expected pay package) and three (3) references must be submitted to the Human Resources Coordinator in an envelope marked with the vacancy reference number as appearing above. Applications can also be submitted by email via careers@tarpo.com An email address that is easily accessible by the applicant must be provided as most correspondence will be by email. Upon the candidate being short listed, they will be contacted by email and will be required to respond to the email with answers to a number of questions before a set deadline. This forms stage 1 of the recruitment process. If answers to the questions in the email correspondence are deemed satisfactory, the applicant will be invited to sit an aptitude test and undergo a competency interview. This forms stage 2 of the recruitment process. If the pass mark in the aptitude test is attained and the panel feels the applicant did well in the first interview they will be invited to an assessment day. The assessment day will involve an interview with more focus on the position applied for. A set of team tasks, business case studies and presentations involving interaction with other applicants and current members of staff will make up the rest of the assessment day. This will be the final stage of the recruitment process. If an applicant is selected, they will be contacted with an offer. Applicants will be selected on the basis of merit. We may keep an application in our files for a period of one year should further vacancies arise. |
| Agribusiness Support Centre Job Vacancies Posted: 19 Feb 2012 08:04 AM PST 
Agribusiness Support Centre Limited [ASCL] is the leading company in the provision of specialized support services for the Kenyan agribusiness industry.
Some of the services that we offer include: - agribusiness recruitment services, agri- events management services, agri- survey, agri-travel services and agri-trade services among others.
Our clients include individual farms, agro processing companies, development agencies, government agencies, banks, insurance companies and other organizations in the agribusiness industry.
We are currently recruiting professionals in various categories and at various levels on behalf of our clients as follows:- - Farm managers
- Agronomists
- Agricultural Economists
- Agribusiness Management specialists
- Agricultural Engineers
- Specialists in animal production
- Specialists in Crop Production
- Specialists in horticulture
Also required are consultants in the fields of animal science/ husbandry, proposal writing, farm and agribusiness planning, land management, institutional development of farmer organizations, value chain analysis and agribusiness development.Interested candidates in any of the fields should send their applications including a covering letter highlighting relevant experience and key achievements, a detailed C.V, daytime telephone contacts, valid email address and the names and telephone contacts of three referees to:-The Chief Executive OfficerAgribusiness Support Centre LimitedP.O Box 43148 -00100NairobiEmail: agribuzcentre@gmail.comOnly shortlisted candidates will be contactedClosing date 2nd March 2012 |
| BOC Gases SHEQ Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:48 AM PST 
BOC Kenya Limited is a market leader in industrial and medical gases, welding equipment and consumables, medical equipment and related services.
The Company operates to the highest global standards and has access to the latest in cutting edge research and technologies provided by its parent company, The Linde Group of Germany.
The Company has established subsidiaries in Tanzania and Uganda with a distribution network of resellers within the East African Region.
Candidates are sought to fill the following position based in Nairobi:
SHEQ Manager
The purpose of this role will be to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, group standards and systems.
Key responsibilities: - Ensure sustenance of certification to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements and implementation of the associated QMS/EMS/OHS standards to manifest in business improvements.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and group operating practice. Provide guidance with regard to the implementation, improvement and upgrading of the SHEQ system.
- Develop training matrix for all SHEQ competencies within the region and monitor progress.
- Provide input into all incidents, recommend corrective actions that address root causes, ensure effective close out of actions and analyse incident trends. Identify lessons from Measure and support the achievement of the behavioural safety roadmap milestones.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment is created and maintained with commitment to sustaining safety, health, environment and quality objectives.
- Ensure that the company SHEQ risk profile is reviewed and appropriate mitigation plans are implemented.
- Conduct risk reviews and ensure identified risks are included in the SHEQ management plans. Follow up on the implementation actions for completion and effectiveness.
Competencies and requirements - Tertiary engineering or SHEQ qualification with 5 to 10 years relevant experience.
- Technical background and working knowledge of the OHS Act, engineering standards and audit procedures.
- Operational experience within a production or maintenance environment would be an added advantage.
- Leadership qualities coupled with excellent communication skills, risk management and teamwork orientation.
Applications should be addressed to:The Human Resources ManagerBOC Kenya LimitedP O Box 18010-00500, NairobiClosing Date: 5th March 2012Visit Smart Jobs Kenya for more job deals  |
| MSF Switzerland Administrator Job in Juba South Sudan Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:43 AM PST 
MSF-CH is seeking candidates for the post of
Administrator
to support its humanitarian operations in South Sudan
MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need. MSFCH operates in South Sudan since 1996
Location: Juba Coordination office (with regular visits to the projects)
Start date: asap
Type of contract: 1 year fixed term contract with possibility of extension
Scope of responsibilities
The administrator in the capital supports an effective and progressive Human Resource Management (HRM) organisation in collaboration with the Human Resource Coordinator.
She/He is responsible to promote qualitative aspects of administration for all issues regarding international staff in the mission, and domestic staff at coordination level. - Implements MSFCH policies and develops management procedures and tools
- Participates to HRM structures and administrative matters with HR Coordinator
- Ensures strict compliance with MSF guidelines, standards, policies and procedures for the mission
- Supervises all movement of personnel and all related formalities
- Ensures proper accommodation facilities for international staff, maintenance and related services
- Ensures files and databases are up to date at all time
- Participates in the preparation of budgets
- Makes sure staffing is adequate in the admin department to respond to operational needs
- Ensures and applies a qualitative recruitment process when needed
- Ensures regular meeting and a source of information to the HR coordinator
- Degree or Higher Diploma in Business Administration from a recognized institution
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience with demonstrated skills administration
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- NGO experience will be an added value
Personal qualities - Open-mind person with very good organizational, negotiation, problem solving and communication skills
- Ability to listen, diplomatic, service and solution oriented
- Flexibility, ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment
- Able to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
- Good team player
OthersAll applicants should send a detailed CV (2 referent persons), copy of diploma and letter of motivation to clearly marked "Administrator":Human Resources Manager, MSF Switzerland South SudanP. O. Box 25091 -00603, Nairobi.Application deadline: 24th February 2012 Only short-listed applicants will be contactedVisit Smart Jobs Kenya for more job deals  |
| Executive Officers Jobs in TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) Nairobi Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:35 AM PST 
TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an organisation funded by a range of development agencies to promote regional trade and economic integration in East Africa.
TMEA works closely with the East African Community (EAC), national governments, business and civil society organisations.
Headquartered in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali,
TMEA seeks to support East African integration through: - A reduction in transport and related costs along the key corridors in East Africa;
- Supporting EAC institutions to develop a comprehensive framework for regional integration;
- Supporting partner states to substantially increase the implementation of a comprehensive framework for regional integration; and
- Engaging private sector and civil society to positively influence regional integration policies and practices for growth in trade.
Executive Officers TMEA is seeking to recruit high calibre, results-oriented and self-driven experienced professionals to join our team as Executive Officers in the following positions: - Executive Officer, Chief Executive Officer's Office.
- Executive Officer, Corporate Services.
The Executive Officers will be responsible for providing executive level administrative and operational support to the Chief Executive Officer and other senior level executives at TMEA.This will include management of the office, coordinating work schedules, diary management and generally ensuring that the day runs smoothly and deadlines are adhered to. We are looking for candidates who are extremely well organised, flexible and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting extremely busy senior level executives. The positions are available on initial 3-year contracts and will be based at the TMEA headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.The ideal candidates will possess undergraduate degrees preferably in business administration, social sciences or other related field, and will have at least 5 years experience in office administration in a busy organisation, preferably providing executive support to a Chief Executive Officer or other senior level executives.ApplicationDetailsPlease send us a cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position, and current remuneration. It should include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address, and daytime telephone contacts. The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate 'TMEA Executive Officers' on the subject line. The detailed job profiles for both posts can be accessed on www.trademarkea.com Send your application to recruitment@trademarkea.com by Friday, 9 March 2012 by 5.00pm East African time.Interviews will be conducted in mid April 2012 in Nairobi, Kenya.Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. |
| National Museums of Kenya Legal Officer and Head of Cultural Heritage Department Jobs in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:34 AM PST 
The National Museums of Kenya (www.museums.or.ke) is a state corporation whose core mandate is identification, preservation, conservation and development of Kenya's rich and diverse heritage.
The below positions have become vacant and we are seeking to recruit exceptional Kenyans with strong administrative, organizational and leadership skills to fill them.
Post: Head of Cultural Heritage Department
Position Function:
Reporting to the Director of Research and Collections, the holder of the position will be responsible for the development of research programmes and collection management strategies in the department.
Key Responsibilities: - Promote collections-based research in cultural heritage
- Ensure effective curation and preservation of collections within the department
- Formulate and implement strategies for effective research and capacity building programmes
- Spearhead grant seeking efforts and leverage of financial resources to support the departmental activities
- Organize forums for linking science and society through seminars, workshops, exhibitions and scientific conferences.
- Monitor and regularly evaluate performance of staff within the department
Qualifications, experience and capabilities - Possession of a PhD in Anthropology, History, Linguistics, Art or other relevant discipline
- At least three (3) years post doctoral research experience in any of the broad scientific fields mentioned above
- A proven record of scientific leadership and achievement as demonstrated by high output of scholarly works (journal articles, books and book chapters) and not less than 5 articles in international peer-reviewed publications.
- A proven and impressive track record of successful grant proposals as demonstrated by previous and/or current levels of research funding through individual or collaborative research projects.
- A proven record of administrative skills as demonstrated by previous positions held.
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with academic, business and lay audiences who desire to participate in research ventures with the institution.
Post: Legal Officer
Position Function:
Reporting to the Director General, provide legal advice to the Board and management on all matters pertaining to the institution's staff, property, activities, rights and obligations.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide legal advice to the National Museums of Kenya and its programmes.
- Liaise with external lawyers regarding all litigation matters
- Draft contracts, MOUs and other legal instruments between NMK and other parties
- Arrange for Board meetings and take minutes during such meetings
- Draft gazette notices in liaison with the parent ministry and Attorney General's Chambers.
- Safeguard the institution's copyrights and intellectual property rights.
Qualifications, experience and capabilities - Bachelors degree in Law
- An advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practice certificate
- Member of the Law Society of Kenya
- Have a minimum of five years experience in a busy legal firm, company or Corporation.
- Ability to work with integrity, confidentiality and work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively address all levels within the organization.
Qualified and interested applicants may apply by enclosing a cover letter, a detailed resume, copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials and names and addresses of three (3) referees (including telephone and email contacts).Mail applications to: Director General, National Museums of Kenya, P.O. Box 40658-00100 Nairobi, Kenya or send electronically through email to: dgnmk@museums.or.ke.All applications should be received not later than 9th March 2012.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.NMK is an equal opportunities employer |
| Kolping Organisation of Kenya Education Co-ordinator Job Vacancy Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:33 AM PST 
Kolping Organisation of Kenya, a lay Catholic Organisation wishes to recruit for the following positions; 1) Education Co-ordinator - Nairobi Zone2) Education Co-ordinator - Mombasa ZoneQualifications- A degree in social sciences ( community development/ Social work)
- Conversant in IT
- 3 Years working experience in a related field
Interested candidates who meet the prescribed job requirement should forward their application enclosing copies of the following; - Academic, Professional certificates and Testimonials
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae including details of day time telephone contacts, email address, current position and remuneration.
- Name and Contact of three referees to;
The Retainer Manager,Kolping Organisation of Kenya,P.O Box 51981-00200, Nairobiso as to be received on or before Friday 2nd March 2012 at 3.00 PM |
| Golf Hotel Limited Hotel Accountant, Food & Beverage Controller, Marketing Manager and Sous Chef Jobs in Kakamega Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:19 AM PST 
Golf Hotel Limited, a fast growing and leading provider of Hotel and related services in the heart of western Province, Kakamega County, wishes to recruit dynamic, result oriented, energetic, self – motivated and experienced persons to fill the following vacant positions.
1) Hotel Accountant
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the job holder will be in charge of managing day to day activities of accounts department; ensure proper recording and maintenance of financial records to facilitate timely preparation of financial statements.
Key Responsibilities: - Timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.
- Co-ordination, preparation and submission of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Interpretation and implementation of sound accounting systems and controls.
- Co-ordination of external audits.
- Maintaining the institutions liquidity levels and effective debt management.
- Interpretation and implementation of financial policies and budget controls.
- Supervising, developing and training of accounting staff.
- Ensuring proper control of accounts documents, preparation and maintenance of accounting and financial records.
Requirements - B.Com (Accounting Option) or degree in Business Administration or its Equivalent.
- Minimum of CPA II or its equivalent
- 5 years accounting experience in a senior management level, those with prior experience in a busy hospitality industry, especially in hotel sub-sector are highly preferred
- Computer literate and proficient in accounting software applications.
- Must be Kenyan citizen between 28-35 years of age.
2) Food and Beverage Controller
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the job holder will be in charge of managing day to day movement of stocks and control to ensure proper maintenance of food costs and beverages is achieved.
Key Responsibilities: - Liaise with relevant departmental heads to ensure all food and beverage requirement is done in good time.
- Liaise with Chef on day to day kitchen requirements to ensure attainment of optimal revenue and minimal food Cost.
- Liaise with the company Procurement Officer regarding timely procurement of all food requirements and beverages.
- Do daily physical stocks of all the Kitchen inventories and Beverages at the Bar section for proper accountability.
- Liaise with Chef and Restaurant Supervisors regarding stock variances and report any anomaly to the Hotel Accountant.
Requirements - Diploma in Hotel Management
- KATC final or CPA I
- 3 years experiences in a busy hotel, those who have experience in Food and beverage control are highly preferred.
- Computer literate with good background in accounting software skills.
- Must be Kenyan citizen between 27-35 years of age.
3) Marketing Manager
Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager, he/she is tasked with publicity and promotion of the hotels activities and services to ensure maximum use of the hotel services and creation of new business.
Key Responsibilities: - Implement sales and marketing strategies, processes and systems.
- Maintains a good flow of information for good publicity of the hotel services
- Develops new products for hotel customers.
- Manages external entertainment and advertising of the hotel services
- Create and implement workable marketing strategy targeting corporate clientele
- Attain hotel set goals, profitability and achieve sales targets.
- Liaise with travel agents to prospect new markets and opportunities.
- Build effective internal and external customer relationship
- Liaise regularly with other departments to produce progress reports.
- Provide report to management regarding performance and competition.
- Increase in sales volume and market share
- Develop sound relations with customer base.
- Executing innovative sales and marketing strategies
- Implementing sound processes and systems.
- Degree in B.Com (Marketing Option) or degree in Hotel/ Hospitality management
- Be of high professional and ethical standing.
- A minimum of four years marketing experience in a challenging environment, two of which should be at senior management level preferably within the hospitality industry.
- Good knowledge of the local and international tourist markets
- Excellent communication skills.
- Must be Kenyan citizen between 28-35 years of age.
4) Sous Chef
Job Summary
Reporting to the Chef, he/she is tasked with preparation of various quality dishes as part of the Kitchen team.
Key Responsibility - Ensure that quality culinary dishes are served on schedule.
- Certify the prepared food items that leave the kitchen.
- Modify and create new menus
- Create a wide variety of new dishes.
- Assist the Chef in administration and supervision of kitchen staff
- Estimate food consumption for optimal purchase of the same
- Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
- Plan and price menus accordingly.
Requirements - Diploma in Food Production from a recognized institution
- A minimum of three years in a similar capacity
- Ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer services.
- Able to work long hours, work independently and be self starters.
- Must be Kenyan citizen between 25-35 years of age.
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application, detailed curriculum vitae with all the supporting academic and professional documents to reach the undersigned by Friday March 2, 2012.The ManagerGolf Hotel LimitedP.O Box 118 -50100KakamegaOnly short listed candidates will be contacted."Golf Hotel is an equal opportunity employer" |
| Merlin Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, Kenya & Somalia Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:17 AM PST 
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, Kenya & Somalia
Salary: Ksh 218,500 Gross Per Month
Benefits: Currently includes 24 days annual leave, medical cover, bonus and gratuity
Location: Nairobi
Merlin is a UK humanitarian agency which responds worldwide with vital healthcare and medical relief for vulnerable people caught up in natural disasters, conflict, and health systems collapse.
Merlin has been working in Kenya since 1998 and in Somalia since 2005.
Currently, Merlin in Kenya is operational in two regions of the country - the Western Highlands and Northern Kenya. In Somalia, Merlin operates in the three semi-autonomous regions of Somalia (Somaliland, Puntland and South Central region of Somalia).
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities for Merlin Kenya and Somalia programmes and will be responsible for (but not limited to): - Participating in the designing and preparation of project proposals and logframes for new projects.
- Developing M&E frameworks, systems and tools as well as work plans.
- Assessment of Merlin Kenya and Somalia programmes against established goals, targets and indicators as stated in project proposal and log-frames.
- Presenting achievements against targets and baselines during quarterly review meetings.
- Reviewing technical and donor reports emanating from the field with a view of ensuring their completeness and that they reflect the actual position on the ground.
- Networking with other partners, MOH, UN agencies and other stakeholders on monitoring and evaluation matters.
- Representing Merlin at external forums as required.
- Capacity building and training of Merlin and partner staff in monitoring and evaluation through formal and informal adult learning methods.
- Documentation of M&E best practices and lessons learned for purposes of accountability and replication and for presentation to donors, partners and other stakeholders.
- Providing support to the collection and analysis of M&E data from field interventions and preparing and disseminating periodic reports incorporating service statistics and survey data as available.
The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years relevant experience in a similar capacity, including qualitative and quantitative M&E methodologies for health, nutrition, HIV/TB, malaria and RH interventions, including participatory and quasi-experimental evaluation designs that incorporate rigorous statistical methods.In addition, the M&E Manager must be educated to Degree level in public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or health information systems from a recognized academic institution, with a strong preference for a master's degree. Relevant training in M&E and experience of working in the NGO sector will be an added advantage.How to apply:Should this role be of interest to you, please send you application, clearly indicating "M&E Manager" in the subject line, to recruitment@merlin-kenya.org by 5pm on Friday, 2nd March 2012. Alternatively, you may wish to post your application to, HR Department, Merlin, Nairobi Office, P.O Box 3350 – 00200, Nairobi, Kenya. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. |
| Investment Manager and Risk Manager Jobs in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:16 AM PST 
Our client is a newly formed asset management organization that is looking for energetic and dynamic individuals required to assist in its establishment and operations.
The candidates must be attune to working in a startup environment, self-driven and flexible in duties assigned.
We are seeking to fill the following positions.
Investment Manager
Duties & Responsibilities - Develop products for dissemination to the public.
- Communicate to internal and external stakeholders regarding investment philosophies, performance and advice.
- Develop investment strategies encompassing asset allocation and security selection for different asset classes.
- Ensure client portfolios are aligned to the stated investment view.
- Adherence to client mandates.
- Manage portfolio risks and regulatory compliance.
- Achieve out-performance against agreed return benchmarks.
- Research and present new and viable investment opportunities.
- Evaluate, monitor and prepare reports on investment performance.
- Conduct research and due diligence on potential investment opportunities.
- Manage stakeholders.
- Support commercial client engagement and retention activities.
- Adhere to internal policies.
- Oversee dealing function.
- Knowledge transfer and mentoring of other team members.
Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance.
- Those who have completed or are pursuing CFA designation are highly desired.
- At least five years investment experience with a proven track record of successfully managing client portfolios.
- An MBA is an added advantage.
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
- High integrity.
- Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to influence internal and external audiences.
- Superior written skills, including experience writing comprehensive business and functional requirements.
- Strong analytical, prioritization and problem solving skills.
Risk ManagerDuties & Responsibilities - To maintain compliance checklists for all relevant regulations and ensure compliance adherence and timely submission.
- To interface with key managers to ensure that risk management is embedded in their daily responsibilities.
- To mentor and train staff on risk awareness, identification and mitigation.
- To maintain and quantify the risk log on current risks facing departments and proactively manage them in conjunction with the accountable parties.
- To create and conduct due diligence on banks, brokers and any other identified counter parties.
- To assess the due diligence on proposed investment opportunities in conjunction with the investment team.
- To measure the risk adjusted returns of the investment view and monitor this across all portfolios and recommend actions.
- To monitor client complaints with trend analysis and ensure risk mitigation actions are in place by the accountable party.
- Implement and embed policy on money laundering and review on a regular basis.
- Maintain awareness on new and proposed regulations and coordinate update on procedures and systems to ensure compliance.
- Create and monitor a conflict of interest and personal trading policy.
- Approve and review exceptions in processes and escalate where necessary.
- Make recommendations on how to strengthen the existing control and governance environment leading to long-term reduction in operational risk events.
- Oversight of new product process ensuring sufficient level of review and post implementation review requirements are met.
Qualifications & Experience - A university degree in a business field such as Commerce, Economics, Business Administration.
- At least five years in the financial services industry with business knowledge on Investment Management.
- Thorough knowledge of the requirements of the Capital Markets Authority and Retirement Benefits Authority.
- A legal qualification will be an added advantage.
- Excellent numerate, analytical and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and inter personal skills.
How to apply: If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 2nd March 2012. Only successful candidates will be contacted.  |
| Biometrics Software Development Consultant Job in Nairobi Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:14 AM PST 
Position: Biometrics Software Development ConsultantEngagement Period: 2 Months Application Deadline: Wednesday, 22nd February 2012 Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya Wanted: Immediately Background:Our client, an international humanitarian organization, is exploring and developing new information tools to record, store, transfer, and verify services from the field projects. Due to the overwhelming amount of beneficiary data which it collects in the field, the client wants to develop a biometrics-based software application for a variety of projects. Duties and responsibilities:For these purposes, the client is seeking an application developer with experience in developing biometrics software. The expert will work with a team of existing developers who have built a suite of other tools for the organization. The expert developer will be responsible for advancing the development of a biometrics software system to work alongside other existing software tools. Main Deliverables:Using the existing biometrics software (Verifinger, http://www.neurotechnology.com/verifinger.html), the expert will enhance the features and program new features as required by the client, including the ability to register and verify target beneficiaries. Intermediate Deliverables and Development Process: - Research existing applications, including the biometrics software and become familiar with the clients software standards.
- Review a series of existing forms and questionnaires which are being used by the client to collect data in the field.
- Review descriptive document (concept notes, system requirements documents, others) to better understand the work.
- Ask clarifications and develop a work plan.
- Work with the lead application developer to establish the functional requirements for the application.
- Liaise with the other application and database developers to ensure the application is integrated into existing systems.
Specific Deliverables: - Lead the development and implementation of the application in consultation with the relevant stakeholders.
- Receive input and modify the application where necessary and test its applicability to ensure it conforms to the specifications and, prepare the necessary technical documentations for the application.
- Arrange weekly meetings to receive feedback from the stakeholders and monthly meetings with end users (technical managers).
- Maintain a software update blog and version control system based on the client's standards.
- Maintain the work plan, modifying as required
- Bug test software to ensure its reliability and stability
- Achieve milestones and deadlines as per the work plan
- Perform other related duties as required
Education:University level degree in software development/engineering, development, or related field.
Experience: - At least five years of experience in application development using C, C++, C#, Java, PHP, MySQL, PostGreSQL, Ajax, Javascript, and other languages on Windows and Linux platforms.
- At least 2 years continuous experience in biometrics application development, preferably using Verifinger SDK.
Languages:
Excellent knowledge of English.
Competencies: - Systematic and efficient approach to work assignments.
- Good judgment and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work extra hours to meet deadlines.
- Extreme attention to details.
If you meet the above qualifications, please send a cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae, indicating relevant experience (especially in using Verifinger or other biometrics software) to biometrics.verifinger@gmail.com by latest Wednesday, 22nd February 2012.Only candidates the meet the minimum required qualifications will be contacted. |
| University Research Co LLC Senior Quality Improvement Advisor and Project Assistant Jobs in Nairobi Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:13 AM PST 
University Research Co., LLC has its headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. University Research Co., LLC (URC), along with its non-profit affiliate Centre for Human Services (CHS), is a leader in public health consulting.
Established in 1965, our work spans over 30 countries around the globe. URC's mission is to improve the quality of and access to health, education, and social services in the United States of America and in developing countries around the world.
URC has expertise in helping create environments where communities, health providers, educators, managers, and stakeholders can make lasting and positive changes in people's lives. Currently key clients include the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Global Fund, and the Gates Foundation.
URC, through its USAID Health Care Improvement Project recently received the award for the National Systems strengthening and QI (NSSI) to support improvement in RH, MNCH, HIV/AIDs and TB services; URC therefore seeks to recruit the following positions:
Position Title: Senior Quality Improvement Advisor
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports to: Chief of Party- HCI Kenya
To be based in the Nairobi office with frequent travel to project areas of implementation.
Overall Responsibilities:
The Quality Improvement Advisor will provide technical support in the implementation of the above services. S/he will be responsible for coordinating with the relevant departments in the MOMS and MOPHS and supporting quality improvement interventions at the facility level.
Specific Responsibilities - Support multiple continuous quality improvement efforts through capacity building and coordinated implementation of modern quality improvement initiatives for better health outcomes in Kenya.
- Work in close collaboration with the MOMS, MOPHS implementing partners as well as other health development partners to support development of effective quality improvement strategies for RH, MNCH, HIV/AIDS and TB and Malaria.
- Participate in development of programmatic plans and support needs-based continuous quality improvement training and education to National teams, Provincial Health teams, DHMTs, CBOs and NGOs etc. and integration of quality improvement methods and best practices into routine facility activities
- Support MOMs and MOPHs to establish systems for continuous learning and implementation of continuous Quality Improvement methods as well as the spread of successful innovations throughout the health sector.
- Work with The Ministry to establish performance monitoring system for tracking priority QI indicators across collaborating sites to show improvement in processes and care outcomes.
- Work with Ministry and Implementing Partners in identifying and communicating "best practices" in HIV/AIDS, RH, MNCH, TB and Malaria healthcare delivery through training and coaching sessions.
- Participate in drafting the HCI –Kenya Country Operational Plans and produce the NSSI and PEPFAR programmatic reports.
- Any other duties as assigned/required by URC.
Qualifications and Experience - Kenyan with health-related profession and a master's degree in epidemiology, public health, health policies and planning, public health administration or other public health related field from a recognized university
- Track record working to improve planning, management, and budgeting for programs
- Expertise in public health data collection and strong monitoring and evaluation skills.
- Experience in Quality Improvement.
- Experience in working effectively with Ministries of Health (MOMS/MOPHS), multinationals and INGO.
Position Title: Project AssistantLocation: Nairobi, Kenya Reporting to: Chief of Party Key contacts: Section heads, Country office staff, Relevant GOK Officials and Implementing Partners The Project Assistant will provide operational, technical, administrative, coordination and programme support for the implementation of the NSSI Project in Kenya. Specific roles and responsibilities will involve:-- - Assist identifying procurement needs and compilation of specification requirements for procurement of materials, goods equipment; and services for the NSSI project as per the URC guidelines.
- Assist in drafting of Contracts and Letters of Agreement to be issued for services with partners
- Updating and maintaining the project's information management system. Ensuring timely submission of monthly budget and expense reports (B&Es), working to identify and resolve problems with project accounts, and troubleshooting problems with financial transactions as assigned.
- Organizing all project staff , link consultants and contractors to Implementing Partners and the Government of Kenya;
- Assisting in the collection of relevant information, through assessment and other data-collection exercises to support the information component of the project;
- Organizing all meetings, training courses and workshops foreseen in the project;
- Liaising with all stakeholders linked to this project;
- Assist in the preparation of project reports, project monitoring and evaluation, project budgeting and communication;
- Ensuring visibility of the project by providing regular updates on project implementation to all stakeholders involved in close collaboration with section heads and the Chief of Party
- Assisting the project team in developing a framework for follow-up activities;
- Carrying out any other duties and activities as may be requested by the Chief of Party
Qualifications and Experience:
Candidates should possess: - A degree in social sciences or equivalent with at least two years experience in a similar position with an International Organization
- Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to work independently
- Fluent in spoken and written English and Kiswahili
- Ability to effectively use MS office (Windows, Word Outlook Excel, PowerPoint).
- Capacity to prioritize workload and be capable of managing a broad range of areas
- Good understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, systematic and efficient approach to work assignments and good judgment and analytic ability
If you meet the criteria given above and are interested in the positions, please send an application letter with a detailed CV indicating your present employer and position, daytime telephone number, names and address of three referees. To be considered, your application must be received by 29th February 2012.All correspondence should be sent through Email: hr-hss-k@urc-chs.com URC regrets that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.URCis an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy |
| ICT Administrator, Marketing Officer and HR Officer / Admin Jobs in Kenya - Toyotsu Auto Mart Kenya Limited Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:12 AM PST 
ICT Administrator
Minimum Age: 28 years
Minimum experience: 4 years
Required Education, Skills & Experience: - Bsc. Computer Science or Information Systems & Technology
- MCSE, CCNA, A+ certifications (desirable but not a must)
- Navision systems support (a must)
- Networking: cabled & wireless, administration, troubleshooting & maintenance
- Telephony: VOIP management plus GSM/CDMA integration
- Hardware& software: preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, configuration, administration, updates, asset tracking, license renewals, laptops, desktops, servers
- Web administration: content updates via CMS
- Graphic Design: Photo Shop, Corel Draw
- Data backup & disaster recovery
- ICT vendor management: hardware, software, consumables, infrastructure
- Help desk support
- ICT policy setting & staff training
Marketing Officer
Minimum Age: 28 years
Minimum experience: 4 years
Required Education Skills & Experience: - B.A Business Administration - Marketing option
- Marketing certifications (desirable)
- Brand & product management
- Event Management
- Advertising: below the line & above the line
- Techno savvy
- Public Relations
- Experience in the auto industry ( a must)
- Excellent communication skills: both oral & written
HR Officer / AdminMinimum Age: 28 years Minimum experience: 4 years Required Education Skills & Experience: - Degree or Diploma HR management
- Review & implement HR policies & procedures on issues such as working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management;
- Recruitment, developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing advertisements, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates
- Planning, and sometimes delivering, training, including inductions for new staff
- General office administration
Applicants should send their CVs to sales@toyotsuautomart.co.ke |
| Feed the Children Nurse (Place of Care and Safety) Job Vacancy Posted: 19 Feb 2012 07:11 AM PST 
Position: Nurse (Place of Care and Safety)
Reports to: Nursing Care Coordinator/Matron
Dagoretti Children Centre (DCC) and Abandoned Baby Centre (ABC) a program supported by Feed The Children-K (FTC-K) are seeking to fill the position of a nurse.
The nurse will be responsible for children within the centre and for the new project called Place of Safety for abused and assaulted children
Major responsibilities: - Monitor the daily health and well-being of children living at the Center.
- Conduct regular physical checks of the children and monitor monthly statistics, such as height and weight, and provide treatment as required.
- Oversee the care of sick children who are staying in the clinic.
- Recommend calling of the Centre doctor as necessary and oversee implementation of the physician's care orders.
- Oversee the referrals of children to medical specialists. Make appointments and take children to appointments.
- Oversee the care of children in the 'place of safety'.
- Ensure that cost efficiency and quality of care standards are met. Work with Children Services Manager to make sure that care meets organizational cost guidelines.
- Maintain the drug inventory and ordering new medicines as required.
- Train FTC-K staff and volunteers in universal basic precautions and against child abuse /assault.
- Train FTC-K staff in matters related to the health of the babies and children.
- Provide basic examinations of children referred to FTC-K for services and children in community- and family-based programs.
- Provide parent education and training especially on child abuse and neglect.
- Participate in child welfare and activity teams, case management meetings and other staff activities.
- Prepare annual budget and monitor expenses.
- Prepare regular reports on children's progress.
- Make sure cottages and dorms have adequate health-related supplies.
- The employee must be flexible and willing to perform any other appropriate duties as & when assigned by the management of FTC.
Qualifications - A college degree in Nursing.
- At least five years nursing experience.
- Experience in caring for AIDS-affected children and children with disabilities.
- Good people and organizational skills.
- Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel) required.
- Certificate of Good conduct
- Should be a member of the Nursing Council
If you meet the requirements of the above position, please send your application letter, detailed CV, and email contacts of three (3) references; to hr@feedthechildren.co.ke by 2nd March 2012We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. |
| Grants Manager, Program Officers and Country Integration Coordinator Jobs in APHIAPLUS KAMILI Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:45 AM PST 
APHIAPLUS KAMILI is a five year project funded by U.S Agency for International Development (USAID).
APHIAPLUS KAMILI contributes to the overall USAID framework goal of 'Sustained improvement of health and well-being for all Kenyans'.
The project implemented in Eastern and Central provinces of Kenya; focuses on key result areas of USAID implementation framework which are; increased use of quality health services, products and information and social determinants of health addressed to improve well-being of targeted communities and populations.
We are currently recruiting experienced individuals with excellent technical skills, who are team players, dedicated, hardworking, innovative, highly motivated and able to work on a high pressure environment requiring multi-tasking abilities.
Grants Manager
Reporting to the Director of Finance & Administration and working closely with relevant program staff, the Grants Manager will be responsible for sub-grants financial and compliance administration.
Responsibilities - Participate in the selection of grantees for award including design of selection criteria for sub-grantees and conducting pre-award assessments
- Determine the risk profiles of prospective grantees and recommend action to mitigate the risks identified
- Provide fiscal oversight of sub-grant awards, ensuring accountability and compliance
- Lead in the development of grant management systems, policies and procedures
- Provide technical advice to grants officers, grantees and program staff related to grants management
- Mentor and train grants officers and provide technical assistance for LIP capacity building
- Resolve any contractual issues arising from grants and make recommendations to the Project Director
- Coordinate the monthly grant reporting and processes necessary for reimbursements of grantees
- Monitor the quality of reports and policies existing in the partner organization, identify any gaps and ways of addressing them
- Conduct site visits and audit to monitor compliance with sub-award conditions
- Participate in the close out of the partner organizations and ensure that all the partners submit their final financial reports as per donor rules and regulations.
Requirements - A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
- A Certified Public Accountant with at least 5 years' experience in a non-profit environment
- Must have experience in managing grants and sub-grants
- Knowledge of U.S government grant making rules and regulations
- Well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills, detail oriented; high degree of accuracy and strong analytical skills are essential for this role
- Excellent computer proficiency particularly working with spread sheets and databases.
Program Officer Nutrition - (2 Positions Nyeri & Embu)
Program Officers MNCH - (2 Positions Nyeri & Embu)
County Integration Coordinator (CINCO)–(1 Position Meru)
The Program Officers to work within a defined geographic area to support health facility staff and communities to improve access to quality Maternal Neonatal and child (MNCH) health services, nutrition, Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT), Reproductive Health (RH), Family Planning (FP), HIV/AIDS and Malaria services in collaboration with the Ministries of Health.
Responsibilities - Coordinate implementation of nutrition, MNCH/PMTCT/RH/FP/HIV/AIDS/Malaria services within designated regions of Central and Eastern Provinces
- Ensure nutrition, MNCH/PMTCT/RH/FP/HIV/AIDS/Malaria services are integrated with other health and non-health activities
- Provide mentorship and supportive supervision of health care workers in respective discipline, with a focus on quality assurance / quality improvement
- Strengthen linkages between facilities service delivery and community
- Implement an annual rapid assessment of the county and feed information back to relevant stakeholders
- Coordinate sensitization workshops and advocacy sessions for community leaders and other stakeholders in collaboration with APHIAplus partners
- Participate in preparation of budgets, work plans, reports and other technical papers
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports
- Assist in program monitoring and evaluation
- Liaise with the Ministries of Health officials
Requirements: - Degree in Social Science, Nutrition, Community Development, Public Health or related field
- Clinical Officer or Registered Nurse
- Possess strong clinical and training skills in nutrition, MNCH/PMTCT/RH/FP/HIV/AIDS
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in the respective discipline
- Experience working with MOH personnel and good knowledge of health systems and programs. Knowledge of systems and experience with donor related projects will be an added advantage
- Familiarity with the National Health Strategic Plan/National Community Strategy
- A demonstrated track record of providing mentorship and supervision for strengthening healthcare services; training in quality improvement approaches
- Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to facilitate program implementation
- Excellent analytical, communication and report writing skills
- Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS office.
Interested applicants should send a CV with three referees and detailed cover letter to the following email address by 29th February 2012: HR-Kenya@jhpiego.netPlease indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for the position. A competitive remuneration will be offered according to qualifications and experience.Only those selected for interview will be contacted.Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer |
| Head of Business Assets, Head of Business Liabilities, Head of Risk and Regional Service Manager Jobs in FINA Bank Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:43 AM PST 
Exciting Career Opportunities with FINA Bank Ltd
Our client, FINA Bank Ltd was originally incorporated as a Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI) on 15 January 1986.
The company has now shifted from being an SME Bank to a preferred regional Business Bank with a strong developmental emphasis especially in growing businesses. It aims to serve the entire region in all Business sectors.
The Bank is seeking to recruit highly driven and motivated professionals to fill the following positions:
Head of Business Assets
Ref: FB/HBA
Main purpose of the role:To lead the Bank's business thrust for loan growth in the mid corporate market segment in Kenya. This position will be reporting to the Managing Director.
Key responsibilities - Lead and manage the Bank's country wide business strategy, which targets the mid-corporate segment for assets growth;
- Aggressively market existing loan and trade finance products to the Bank's target market segment;
- Lead and motivate a team of corporate relationship managers;
- Optimise Bank revenue through pricing parameters and business volumes;
- Maintain high credit quality standards for both existing and prospective borrowing customers;
- Develop and implement appropriate action plans to increase market share and revenue to the desired level;
- Formulate, drive, measure, and manage the Business–Assets' team's sales performance strategy; and
- Network across the broader stakeholder group (Uganda and Rwanda, in addition to Kenya), to leverage and identify business opportunities.
Skills and Attributes: - A Bachelors degree in a business-related field from a recognised University;
- At least 10 years experience with a minimum of 5 years in a senior relationship management role in a Bank;
- Strong business development, relationship building and people management skills;
- Excellent presentation and communication skills;
- Advanced analytical and numerical skills; and
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and work with limited supervision.
Head of Business Liabilities Ref: FB/HBL Main purpose of the role: To lead the Bank's business thrust in the area of customer deposits and transactional business across all segments of its target markets in Kenya. This position will be reporting to the Managing Director. Key responsibilities - Formulate and lead the Bank's countrywide strategy and sales performance strategy for transactional business, including the building of a strong liabilities team;
- Develop new customer liability products, and capitalise on existing deposit products and services;
- Lead the acquisition and development of quality transactional Banking customer accounts;
- Develop and implement appropriate action plans to increase market share, lower cost of funds, and achieve transactional revenue;
- Network across Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya to leverage and identify business opportunities;
- Develop a portfolio of high net worth clients, with the objective of catering to their investment requirements; and
- Establish the vertical growth of wealth-management for the Bank.
Skills and Attributes: - A Bachelors degree in a business-related field from a recognised University;
- At least 10 years experience with a minimum of 5 years Banking experience in a senior relationship management role;
- Strong business development and relationship management skills;
- Superior leadership and people management skills;
- Good presentation and communication skills;
- Advanced analytical and numerical skills; and
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and work with limited supervision.
Head of Risk
Ref: FB/HR
Main purpose of the role:To head the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) function for the Bank for proper design, implementation and monitoring of the Bank Risk Framework.
This position will be reporting to the Board Risk Committee and the Managing Director.
Key responsibilities; - Communicate and manage the establishment and on-going maintenance of ERM to the Bank's risk management vision;
- Establish risk based plans to help focus on risky areas and processes for effective risk management;
- Oversee the function of Compliance with prescribed policies, and ensure that corrective and speedy action is taken whenever deviations are detected;
- Provide effective reporting to and facilitation of the Board's Risk Management Committee in order to ensure risk management levels are commensurate with the Bank's risk appetite;
- Promote the enterprise risk management model to the Bank's business unit heads and assist in its integration into their business plans and reporting requirements;
- Validation of the functioning of ERM in each business unit, such that all significant risks are recognized and effectively managed;
- Evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of Risk Management tools across the organization and any corrective action needed; and
- Develop and train staff in order to ensure that risk management capability is developed across the Bank.
Skills and Attributes: - A Bachelors degree, preferably in Mathematics, Economics or Commerce from a recognised University;
- A minimum of 10 years experience with 5 years in a middle/senior management risk position preferably in a Bank or consulting firm;
- In depth understanding of credit, treasury and operational procedures;
- Experience in development of risk policies and procedures;
- Ability to foster teamwork; and
- Good communication and negotiation skills.
Regional Service Manager - Branches Support
Ref: FB/RSM
Reporting to the Head of Service Delivery, the job holder will be responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing the Bank's regional service and operations strategies.
This position will report to the Head of Service Delivery
Key responsibilities: - Evaluate and recommend appropriate solutions to management for the continued growth of the region;
- Develop and manage Bank service delivery and implement customer service ethos;
- Ensure that regional service levels are in line with the Bank's standards, procedures and policies;
- Oversee the management of branches to ensure that service delivery is in line with the Bank's strategy;
- Spearhead improvement in the cost to revenue ratio;
- Ensure that all controls are in place and audit findings are implemented; and
- Support various business initiatives and rollout of new products.
Skills and Attributes: - A Bachelors degree in Business, Finance or Accounting from a recognised University;
- A Professional qualification such as ACCA/CPA (K) and a diploma in Banking will be an added advantage;
- At least two years experience in a Senior Management position;
- Good communication and people management skills; and
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and work with limited supervision.
For more details on FINA Bank Ltd, please access the website; www.finaBank.comIf you believe you are the right candidate for any of the above named positions and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts, quoting the reference number and position you would like to be considered for to reach us on or before 2 March 2012 addressed to:The Director - Executive Selection DivisionDeloitte Consulting LimitedEmail: esd@deloitte.co.keDeloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Consulting Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/ about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited and its member firms. |
| Accounts Clerks / Cashiers Jobs in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:41 AM PST 
Applications are invited from suitable candidates to fill several vacant positions for Accounts Clerks / Cashiers in a large organization with a network of branches in Kenya as follows:-
Requirements - At least C plain (Mean Grade) in KCSE or Division III at 'O' level and CPA I.
- At least 2 years experience in a similar position.
- Should be aged between 23 and 27 years.
- Those with computer knowledge will have an added advantage.
Candidates who meet these requirements should send their applications and current CV with copies of certificates and testimonials to:-DN.A/1229P.O. Box 49010, GPO00100-NairobiNB: Candidates should indicate their day-time telephone contact and be able to take up the job immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Closing Date: 25th February 2012 |
| Animal Health Assistant Job in a Farm Nea Thika Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:40 AM PST 
A farm near Thika - dairy cattle, fish farming, sheep and goats rearing, broiler production, looking for Animal Health Assistant to enhance animal health and welfare to produce safe food (milk and meat) within reasonable budgets.
Key responsibilities:
With help of a registered veterinarian, set up standards and organized systems; Implement recommendations from herd health programme in place; report and monitor operational issues on the animal welfare and health.
Skills and qualifications
Essential - Diploma in Animal Health Management or Animal Health and Production or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Registered with Kenya veterinary Board as Veterinary Para-professional
- Computer literate
- 2 years experience in handling dairy cattle, goats, sheep and fish nutritional requirements and general health management, dairy feed formulation (total mixed ration), animal insurance and dairy cattle registration in the Kenya stud book
Applications plus day time contacts should be sent to skammke@yahoo.com to be received not later than 24th February 2012. |
| Marie Stopes International Terms of Reference, African Health Markets for Equity Project Management Consultant Job in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:39 AM PST 
Terms of Reference, African Health Markets for Equity Project Management ConsultantPurpose:Marie Stopes International (MSI) is the prime on a $60 m, 5 year proposal to the Bill & Melinda Gate Foundation and DFID entitled Africa Health Markets for Equity (AHME). AHME is a partnership of 6 organizations: Marie Stopes International, Population Services International, Society for Family Health, IFC's Health in Africa group, Grameen Foundation, and PharmAccess International. Programming is focused in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana. AHME proposes to improve the coverage of priority health technologies among the poor in Africa through integrating social franchising with demand-side financing approaches at scale. The AHME Project Management Unit is based in Nairobi and will provide administrative support and management oversight respectively to country-level implementation. The Project Management Consultant will work to support the start up of the AHME partnership. Timeframe: 6 months full time from March through September 2012 with possibility of extension based on need, performance and availability of funding. Job Title: ConsultantLocation: Nairobi Reporting to: Head of Social Franchising Probationary Period: N/A Marie Stopes International (MSI) is a marketing focused, results oriented social enterprise. We develop efficient, effective and sustainable family planning programmes in the UK and overseas. The UK division provides services to men and women over 130,000 times a year. The primary responsibility of this role is to further MSI's Goal: THE PREVENTION OF UNWANTED BIRTHS and its mission of ensuring the individuals right to: CHILDREN BY CHOICE NOT CHANCE. It is a role requirement that the consultant must fully comply with, promote and live MSI Core Values: mission driven, customer focused, results orientated, pioneering, sustainable and people centered Key Responsibilities Measure1. Facilitate the start up of AHME at the country levelOrganization of stakeholder meetings Measure: Stakeholder reports per county Preparation of training/commodity plans, Measure: Completed training/commodity plans per county Development of risk registers Measure: Country tailored risk registers per county Convene kick off meetings in country Measure: Meeting report and action plans per county Document start up with country level start up guidelines including financial and narrative report requirements and schedule for all partners. Measure: Country level start up guidelines including financial and narrative reporting requirements. 2. Facilitate start up of AHME management structureCreate TOR for AHME board, Technical Advisory Board, Project Management Team Measure: Programme operational guidelines for AHME Board, Advisory Committee and programme Management Team. Convene initial meetings at all levels Measure: Meeting reports and action plans 3. Develop communications strategy for AHMEDevelop internal communications strategy for MSI to ensure all internal stakeholders are aware of AHME and their contributions Measure: Internal communications plan and preliminary communication products Develop external communications strategy for stakeholders within implementation countries and donors to ensure all external stakeholders are aware of AHME and their contributions Measure: External communications plan and preliminary communication products 4. Facilitate contracting process with AHME partnership Coordinate and contracting process for MSI with donor partners and between partners and MSI Measure: Signed and completed contracts. Skills and ExperienceQualifications: Master's Degree in Public Health Experience: - Minimum 5 years progressive work-experience in international development
- Project management experience
- Grants management experience
Skills: - Writing skills – ability to present written information in an appealing and easy to follow format
- Highly articulate and analytical with attention to detail
Attitude / Motivation: - Passionate about improving access to health services and information.
- Belief in the role of the private sector to deliver health outcomes
- Pro choice
How to applyPlease submit a cover letter and 2 page CV to ahmepositions@gmail.com by Wednesday, February 22, 2012.  |
| Biblia Sacco Ltd Credit Controller / Debt Collector Job in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:33 AM PST 
Biblia Sacco ltd is a leading Sacco in the Christian evangelical - NGO sector providing a wide range of financial services.
Credit Controller / Debt Collector
Job Analysis - To collect and follow up debts
- To check on the non-performing loans, extrapolate them, communicate to members and make follow up.
- To co-ordinate debt collection and guide the other staff on debt collection
- Advice on legal/commercial issue regarding loan default
- Write letter to guarantors and make follow ups.
- Advice on our credit policy according the changes in the market
- Be able to appraise loans and advice members accordingly
- To maintain the trend analysis on loans on a monthly basis.
- Monitor monthly payroll returns to be able to arrest defaulters on the first month
Job Description / Specification
Qualifications and Experience - Graduate in business related studies
- At least CPA II
- A diploma from the co-operative college is an added advantage
- Debt collection experience
- Demonstrated experience in debt collection
- Understanding debt collection principles
- At least three (3) years of experience in the financial/cooperative sector and or banking industry.
- • Should have good IT skills with experience of operating Microsoft Office software e.g.
- Microsoft - excel, word and also accounting software ACCPAC.
- • Able to communicate effectively (high customer care experience)
- • Able to manage multiple tasks
Other attributes - A committed Christian
- A strong team player
- Able to demonstrate patience to team members and clients (People Management
- High integrity and honest
Terms and ConditionsOne (1) year contract renewable subject to performanceApplicationInterested and qualified candidates should send their applications on or before 24th February 2012 to the contacts below, enclosing the following:A detailed resume giving details of telephone contacts, email address, and current positionand also a cover letterNames and contacts of three (3) referees one being your pastorThe ChairmanBiblia Sacco LtdP.O. Box 7041-00300, NairobiOr Email: info @bibliasacco.comImportant Notice: Only shortlisted candidates will be contactedVisit Smart Jobs Kenya for more job deals  |
| Judges of the Employment and Labour Relations Court Jobs in Kenya (15 Posts) Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:30 AM PST 
Republic of KenyaThe JudiciaryThe Judicial Service CommissionThe Judicial Service Commission of Kenya invites applications from qualified persons for the following position in the Judiciary.Vacancies for the Office of Judge of the Employment and Labour Relations Court 15 PostsRef : V/No.1/2012.Terms of Service: Constitutional Office.Period of Service: Retirement at the age of 70 years with an election to retire on attaining the age of 65 years.Functions: A Judge of the Employment and Labour Relations Court shall serve in any Employment and Labour Relations Court station in Kenya and shall exercise the following functions:(a) Have unlimited original jurisdiction in disputes relating to employment and labour relations;(b) Have jurisdiction to determine the question whether a right or fundamental freedom in the Bill of Rights in the Kenya Constitution,2010, in employment and labour relations has been denied, violated, infringed or threatened;(c) Have jurisdiction to hear appeals from decisions of tribunals of competent jurisdiction in disputes relating to employment and labour relations;(d) Have jurisdiction to hear and determine any question respecting the interpretation of the Constitution in employment and labour relations including the determination of –(i) The question whether any law is inconsistent with, or is in contravention of the Constitution;(ii) The question whether anything said to be done under the authority of the Constitution or of any other law is inconsistent with, or is in contravention of the Constitution;(iii) Any matter relating to constitutional powers of State organs in respect of county Government and any matter relating to the constitutional relationship between the levels of Government; and(iv) A question relating to conflict of laws under Article 191 of the Constitution.(v) Any other jurisdiction, original or appellate, conferred by any legislation in employment and labour relations.Constitutional and statutory requirements for appointmentFor appointment to the position of Judge of the Employment and Labour Relations Court, applicants must posses the following qualifications: -(a) At least ten (10) years' experience as a Superior Court Judge or professionally qualified Magistrate; or(b) At least ten (10) years' experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in other relevant legal field; or(c) Held the qualification specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) for a period amounting, in aggregate, to ten (10) years.Notes:i. The experience may have been gained in Kenya or in any other Country with a common law jurisdiction;ii. Experience in employment and labour relations will be an added advantage;(d) Be of high moral character, integrity and impartiality. In addition, the applicants must demonstrate a high degree of professional competence, communication skills, fairness, good temperament, good judgment in both legal and life experiences and commitment to public and community service.The appointments shall be made in accordance with Article 166 (1) (b) as read with Article 162 (2) (a) and (3) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.Interested and qualified persons are invited to make their applications by forwarding thefollowing: -1. A letter of application.2. A detailed and updated curriculum vitae summarizing the applicant's bio-data including, background information, (such as community service, financial discipline, pro bono activity, involvement as a party in litigation and involvement in political activity including any financial contribution to any political party/parties and criminal record) legal practice/engagement for the last five (5) years, three (3) professional referees and two (2) character references who can verify and comment on the applicant's past and present employment.3. Completed Application for Employment Forms in triplicate – JSC 2A (for public officers) or JSC 2 (for other applicants).4. Five (5) samples of any writings by the applicant, including but not limited to judgments, scholarly writings, legal publications or written submissions in legal proceedings that the applicant has authored/written.5. The applicant's three (3) recent coloured passport size photographs.6. Declaration of income, assets and liabilities as at the time of making the application, using the prescribed form (The Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities Form JSC 2b). For those who are in Government employment, attach copies of return of declaration of income, assets and liabilities and for those in private practice attach income tax returns, for the last three (3) years.7. Certified copies of testimonials and professional certificates and academic transcripts.To: The Secretary,Judicial Service Commission,P.O. Box 30041 – 00100, Nairobi.Email: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.keSo as to reach the Commission Not Later Than 9th March, 2012The JSC 2A and JSC 2 and the Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities forms are available free of charge at the Commission's secretariat, Room 65A at the Supreme Court of Kenya Building, Nairobi during office hours. The forms can also be downloaded from the Judiciary's Website – www.judiciary.go.ke.Only short listed and successful candidates will be contacted.Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit, through fair and open competition, from the widest range of eligible candidates.Secretary,Judicial Service Commission.Visit Smart Jobs Kenya for more job deals  |
| Monitoring and Evaluation Manager Career in Nairobi Merlin Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:28 AM PST 
Position: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel to Merlin field sites
Department: Programmes
Reports to: Kenya Country Health Director with input from Somalia Country Health Director
Staff directly supervised: Health Information Officer
Technically supervise: Field based M&E Officers and HISO's
Relationships internally: All programme and support staff
Relationships externally: MoMS/MoPHS personnel, other governmental UN agencies counterparts.
Background
Merlin is a UK humanitarian agency which responds worldwide with vital healthcare and medical relief for vulnerable people caught up in natural disasters, conflict, and health systems collapse.
Merlin has been working in Kenya since 1998 and in Somalia since 2005. Currently, Merlin in Kenya is operational in two regions of the country - the Western Highlands and Northern Kenya.
In Somalia, Merlin operates in the three semi-autonomous regions of Somalia (Somaliland, Puntland, and South Central).
Overall Objective of the Position
The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities for Merlin Kenya and Somalia programmes. He/she will on routine basis track project performance against baseline and targets analyzing relationships among performance.
He/she will be expected to communicate performance results to team members and ensuring targets are met. Periodically the M&E manager will be expected to conduct evaluations individually or in conjunction with project consultants.
The M&E manager will provide technical oversight to field based Monitoring and Evaluation teams and will be directly answerable to country health Directors for both Kenya and Somalia programmes.
Duties and Responsibilities - Design and preparation of M&E plans of project proposals and participation in development of strategies and logframes for new projects
- Develop of M&E frameworks, systems and tools as well as work plans
- Assessment of Merlin Kenya and Somalia programmes against established goals, targets and indicators as stated in project proposals and logframes
- Present achievements against targets and baselines during quarterly review meetings
- Review technical and donor reports to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Network with partners, MOH, UN agencies and other stakeholders on M&E matters
- Represent Merlin at external forums as required.
- Build capacity of and train partners in M&E through formal and informal adult learning methods
- Documentation of M&E best practices and lessons learned for purposes of accountability and replication
- Prepare and disseminate periodic reports on projects, incorporating service statistics and survey data as available
- Prepare briefings, papers, and slide shows for presentation to donors, MOPH and other stakeholders on the project activities and lessons learned in collaboration with project teams
- Provide support to the collection and analysis of M&E data from field interventions and work with field teams to improve quality of analysis coming from field reports
- Take lead in ensuring implementation of humanitarian accountability standards
- Supervise Nairobi-based HIS Officer
- Provide technical support on M&E and data collection to all field teams and specifically to field-based HIS officers
Qualifications and Experience - Degree in public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, or health information systems from a recognized academic institution, with a strong preference for a master's degree. Relevant training in M&E will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of five years of direct experience in managing and executing monitoring and evaluation of donor-funded health and nutrition programmes in developing countries.
- Experience in qualitative and quantitative M&E methodologies for health and nutrition, HIV/TB, malaria and RH interventions including participatory and quasi-experimental evaluation designs that incorporate rigorous statistical methods
- Experience coordinating with developing-country governments, ministries, UN agencies, INGO's and/or local NGOs for design and implementation of evaluations, including addressing capacity weaknesses as needed.
- Demonstrated familiarity with and understanding of impact evaluation and participatory monitoring and evaluation techniques; and developing and monitoring both output and outcome indicators.
- Able to effectively use statistical analysis software, including EpiInfo, Stata, and SPSS.
- Able to undertake field visits on regular basis.
- Oral and written fluency in English.
- Good communication skills and interpersonal relationships.
- Committed and experienced in working in multi-cultural settings.
How to ApplyAll applications should be sent to: HR Department,Merlin, Nairobi Office, P.O Box 3350 – 00200, Nairobi, KenyaOR Email to: recruitment@merlin-kenya.orgApplication deadline is 5:00pm on Friday, 2nd March 2012. Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. |
| Project Manager Job in Kenya - Planning Interiors Ltd Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:26 AM PST 
Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting for one of its clients, Planning Interiors Ltd (PIL), the leading professional interior design consultancy in East Africa.
PIL is looking for a Project Manager who will be responsible for ensuring end to end successful delivery of PIL's services to clients, ensuring outcomes that are high quality, innovative and user friendly.
Key responsibilities: - Planning and managing projects ensuring that they are delivered on-time and on budget;
- Assessing Client needs and relevance of specifications;
- Reviewing deliverables prepared by the design team before palling to Client and guide customer decisions;
- Ensuring that key decisions are made within the program guidelines and timelines;
- Ensuring client and internal budges are adhered to while collaborating internally and externally;
- Overall responsibility of Client Relationship Management;
- Managing risk over the project lifecycle;
- Ensuring timely finalization of PIL's and relevant sub-consultants' engagement modalities;
- Ensuring key project-wide roles and responsibilities are defined while ensuring use of best practices;
- Managing the information processing system and ensuring its accuracy and documentation;
- Providing regular briefings on status of projects to senior management;
- Maintaining professionalism, delivering service, being available at all times while ensuring PIL's quality standards are met
The successful candidate should have the following qualifications: - Bachelor of Arts in Design or Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Arts Interior Design;
- A minimum of 5 years relevant work experience;
- Exhibited strong ability to oversee end to end project management;
- Managed and coordinated the project management process in terms of time, costs, quality, change, risks and issues
- Holds a strong track record in successfully managing staff, clients, consultants and liaising with contractors where applicable;
- Demonstrated ability to interact with other firm members, subcontractors.
If you meet the above criteria, please email your CV to Dynamic People Consulting on: recruitment@dpckenya.com Only qualified individuals will be contacted |
| Senior Interior Designer Job in Kenya - Planning Interiors Ltd Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:25 AM PST 
Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting for one of its clients, Planning Interiors Ltd (PIL), the leading professional interior design consultancy in East Africa.
PIL is looking for a Senior Interior Designer who will work collaboratively with the Design Director in developing holistic design strategies for clients' projects.
Key responsibilities: - Receiving and evaluating briefs from the Projects Division;
- Co-conducting periodic site inspections to ensure design concepts translate into actual work;
- Participating in design, conceptualization and development;
- Participating in client relationship management;
- Collating, sourcing, assembling and presenting interior design images, visuals and materials to clients;
- Ensuring design themes are in keeping with cost and timeframes of the projects;
- Managing the Design process;
- Liaising with the projects division to ensure surveys are carried out correctly;
- Participating in setting out project programs in conjunction with Projects Division;
- Carrying out research on designs and collating information that is relevant to the project;
- Proactively seeing knowledge to stay informed of changes in design and stay abreast of industry trends.
The successful candidate should have the following qualifications: - Bachelor of Arts Interior Design or Bachelor of Arts Graphic Design or Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Arts Interior Design;
- A minimum of 5 years relevant work experience;
- Possesses good conceptualization skills and the ability to develop design concepts into viable design solutions;
- Exhibited strong design flair, with passion for great design;
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative.
- Have great interest in creating a pleasant environment for leisure or work;
If you meet the above criteria, please email your CV to Dynamic People Consulting on: recruitment@dpckenya.com Only qualified individuals will be contacted. |
| Sage Pastel Software Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya Posted: 19 Feb 2012 05:24 AM PST 
Position: Sage Pastel Software Sales Executives
Company Profile:
Our client is one of leading I.T services and solutions provider in the country
Main purpose of the position: The primary function of this sales position focuses on acquiring new business in conjunction with the Sage Pastel channel partner, primarily focused on Pastel Evolution.
Main responsibilities: - Responsible for generating new business to the company and thereby achieving the Targets.
- Responsible to drive marketing campaigns, events, conferences and seminars and other PR related activities.
- Responsible to advise the company on the potential growth areas and help translate ideas into business and revenue.
- Tracking the generated leads to closure
- Conducting sales activities as well as conducting initial demonstrations
- Establish Vendor relationships for business development
- Responsible for Marketing & Sales of Sage/ Pastel Software products
- Effectively manage a complex sale cycle; including qualification, sale strategy development, sales engagement and negotiate and close the sale
- Credibly deliver our value proposition for providing business improvements to prospective company executives
- Manage a sales territory that consists of managing relationships with consultants, influencers and Sales Professionals.
Qualifications and skills: - A degree in IT or a related field
- Three (3) years experience in Corporate Sales environment
- Suitable candidates must have a good understanding of the mid market business environment
- Be responsible for building and maintenance of the Sage Pastel Sales Pipeline.
- Previous sales experience in the ERP space will be a distinct advantage.
- Good presentations skills
- Negotiating Skills
To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted |
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