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IEBC Jobs in Kenya - Finance Officer, Systems Analysts, Voter Education Coordinator, Admin Coordinator, Senior HR Officer and Database Admin

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 07:01 AM PDT

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is established under article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya with the mandate of conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an act of Parliament.

Other duties include delimitation of electoral units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems.

IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy.

The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.

The IEBC invites applications for the following positions.

Finance Officer, Budget

Duties

Assist the Manager of Budget in the Preparation Annual Budget and MTEF Budget;
Collate regional, constituency and Directorates budgets and consolidate into one master budget;
Assist Directorates in the preparation of their annual and projects/programme budgets;
Assist in the management of the budgetary process;
Follow up with Treasury for exchequer releases;
Assist in budgetary control to ensure Directorates, Regions and the Commission as a whole operate within budget;
Assistant to the Manager Budget.

Job Description

An Upper Second Class degree in Economics, Commerce (Accounting or Finance) Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration(with CPA, ACCA or equivalent), from a reputable university;
Those studying for a professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, will have an added advantage;
Computer literacy and a working knowledge of an Integrated Financial Management System such as SAP, ACCPAC, Navision, IFMIS, Sun System etc;
At least 5 years working experience;
Knowledge of government budgetary process;
Knowledge of government Financial Regulation and Procedures.

Systems Analyst - Electoral Systems

Duties

Responsible for developing, installing, testing and maintaining electoral systems.
Plan, coordinate, research and design ICT systems for electoral processes.
Identify opportunities that can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of electoral processes and management of political parties.
Develop and implement efficient and cost-effective solutions for election operations and management of political parties.
Support and implementation of ICT systems for electoral processes across all phases of the electoral cycle.
Provide support to business during the acceptance testing phase of new or enhanced systems.
Develop and ensure implementation of procedures for data conversion and migration.
Provide training to users of new or modified systems.

Job Description

Degree in Computer Science or related field.
Six or more years' experience in ICT, four years in a leadership role.
A demonstrated track record in the delivery of large ICT projects required.
Sound knowledge of ICT systems in electoral processes required.
Solid knowledge of relational database systems and web technologies required.
Sound knowledge of network systems.
Data conversion and migration techniques
Leadership and people management skills
Project management skills
Professional certification in Networks, Microsoft, UNIX, and Linux preferred.
Sound knowledge of ICT systems in electoral processes required.

Voter Education Coordinator

Duties

Develop products and services and the conduct of activities and campaigns intended to increase voter awareness of the election process and encourage voter participation
Assist with the coordination of Elections Division Annual Work plan and Annual Report, and work with staff throughout the division, agency, and stakeholders to ensure accurate communication of specific topics for publication
Organize translations, arrange print requisitions, package artwork for the printer, and work with the printer throughout the publication process
Oversee quality control for the Voters' Pamphlets and other Voter Education and Outreach publications including editing and gather statements for publication
Be actively involved in all other aspects of the Voters' Pamphlet process including press checks, composition and translation coordination, and various other tasks and duties in support of the Commission's publications of the state and local Voters' Pamphlets
Support the Voter Education and Outreach team with forming partnerships with diverse communities, business organizations and other interested parties in an effort to create a statewide voter outreach network
Assist the Voter Education and Outreach program with other projects as needed and act as back up to the other initiatives within the Voter Education and Outreach program

Job Description

Degree in social sciences or related discipline
Post graduate diploma In education from a recognized institution
Six (6) years Experience in a teaching /training environment

Analyst, Internal Systems

Duties

Design new ICT solutions to improve business efficiency and productivity.
Identify, analyze and recommend alternative information and communication technology solutions to address business requirements.
Develop and ensure implementation of procedures for data conversion and migration.
Provide technical expertise in the creation of system designs and functional specifications for all new development projects.
Develop technical documentation for new and existing applications.
Develop documentation for custom configuration of applications and operating procedures in liaison with application developers or 3rd party application development consultants.
Coordinate application development for multiple projects within assigned area of responsibility.
Draw up a testing plan for new or modified systems to ensure user acceptance.
Investigate and resolve application functionality related issues and provide first level support and troubleshooting of business systems.
Provide training to users of new or modified systems
Assist network administrators with application installation and testing.

Job Description

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent.
Six or more years' experience in ICT, four years in a leadership role.
A demonstrated track record in the delivery of ICT projects and services.
A good understanding of the electoral process is essential.
Project management skills
Data conversion and migration techniques
Leadership and people management skills

Administration Co-ordinator

Duties

Assist to develop policies, procedures, plans, budgets and strategies to ensure provision of effective and efficient administrative services and systems
Coordinate the effective management of equipment and facilities including repair and maintenance of buildings and other installations
Ensure the implementation of the Commission's facilities management policies
Develop accountability measures, monitor the performance indicators within the department and ensure periodic reports
Ensure the establishment of effective office management services including hospitality, protocol, janitorial services, courier, switchboard and supervision of outsourced service provider

Job Description

Degree in land economics, public administration, business administration, public facilities management or related field
A master's degree or a post-graduate in resource planning is an added advantage
Minimum of 6 years experience in a busy organization
Demonstrated track record in the successful implementation of administration strategies processes and systems

Senior Human Resources Officer Payroll

Duties

Process and update the Commission payroll on daily basis.
Ensure all payroll statutory returns e.g. NSSF, NHIF, PAYE, and Pension among others are processed and submitted to the relevant authorities within the stipulated statutory time
Ensure timely filling of all Commission PAYE returns to KRA
Process of P9s for all employees
Update the payroll system in liaison with the ICT department

Job Description

A bachelor's degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university/institution; and a higher National Diploma in human resources management from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
Practical experience of working with computerized payroll systems
Should be a registered member of a relevant professional body
Six (6) years of relevant working experience in a busy organization

Database Administrator

Duties

Responsible for the performance, integrity and security of the Commission's databases;
Create, install, test and maintain all databases;
Develop and maintain database documentation and standards;
Establish and maintain sound backup and recovery policies and procedures;
Create and maintain users and roles, assign privileges.
Ensures that storage, archiving, backup and recovery procedures function correctly.
Perform database tuning and performance monitoring.
Plan for growth and changes (capacity planning).
Responsible for patch management and version control
Perform general technical trouble shooting and give technical support to development teams.

Job Description

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a demanding environment
Good knowledge of database security management.
Solid knowledge of both database and system performance tuning.
Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
Good understanding of at least one of Linux, UNIX, Windows operating systems.
Full DBA certification required: Oracle DBA, MCDBA, or equivalent.

The Job Application Process

Applicants should fill the online form provided on the Commission website www.iebc.or.ke/careers.

A printed copy of the form and copies of certificates can be dropped or posted to the

Chief Executive Officer/ Commission Secretary
at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, Anniversary Towers,
6th Floor Reception, University Way,
P. O. Box 45371 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya.

Forms are also available at the Commission Headquarters and Regional Offices.

Applications must be received on or before 30st March 2012.

The Commission is a equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be vetted as per Chapter Six of the Constitution.

OJ.H. Oswaco
Chief Executive Officer / Commission Secretary

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IEBC Jobs in Kenya - Network Engineer, Senior Procurement Officer, Senior Legal Officer, Financial Accountant and Constituency Elections Coordinators

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:58 AM PDT

Responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of networks;
Develop and maintain policies, standards and specifications for networks;
Install all new hardware, systems, and software for networks;
Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment and devices;
Support administration of servers and server clusters, including regular backups and disaster recovery plans;
Plans and supports network and computing infrastructure;
Perform troubleshooting analysis of servers, workstations and associated systems;
Manage user accounts, permissions, email, anti-virus, anti-spam;
Work with vendors that provide the Commission with network solutions and ensure that they deliver on their commitments.

Job Description

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or similar;
Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a demanding environment;
Networks certifications: Any of CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, and CNE;
Systems: Windows, Cisco, UNIX, Linux;
Networking: Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables, Racks, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, VoIP, QoS, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, NHRP, ATM, PPP, MPLS;
Strong background in planning, deploying and maintaining Microsoft and Cisco products, especially Windows client/server technologies, Active Directory, Cisco LANs, WANs, Voice and Security Solutions;
Practical experience installing and configuring network firewalls and devices.

Senior Procurement Officer

Duties

Deputizing the Manager, Procurement;
Preparation of procurement plans in liaison with user departments;
Preparation of tender documents for procurement of goods, works; and services
Secretary to Commission Tender Committee;
Participate in evaluation of Commission tenders;
Preparation of contract documents;
Maintain and archive document records for procurement and disposal activities;
Make procurement follow up;
Monitor payments to suppliers.

Job Description

Must have a minimum of Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Economics or Business Administration degree from a recognized university;
An MBA or a Master's degree in procurement will be an added advantage;
Must possess a postgraduate diploma in Procurement/Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution of higher learning or a professional body;
Must be a member of a professional procurement body;
Must have working experience of 7 years in procurement, two of which must have served in a senior position;
Must have good interpersonal and communication skills;
Must be conversant with the provisions of the Public Procurement & Disposal Act and the related Regulations;
A team player, good management and leadership skills;
Must be computer literate and possess good analytical skills;
Must be a person of unquestioned integrity.

Senior Legal Officer

Duties

Conduct Legal research and offer legal opinions;
Prepare and present position papers on a wide variety of legal issues including electoral issues;
Coordinate research with stakeholders for the purposes of electoral reform;
Undertake and oversee a wide range of litigation practice including, but not restricted to, Civil Litigation, Election Petitions, Civic Inquiries and Arbitrations in all Courts and Tribunals in Kenya, both subordinate and superior.

Job Description

A Law Degree (LLB) from a recognized University;
Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
At least six (6) years' experience from a reputable and busy Law firm or corporate organization with a strong emphasis on litigation;
Extensive actual Courtroom experience.

Financial Accountant

Duties

Responsible for the preparation of final accounts;
Monitoring expenditure versus approved budgets;
Ensuring proper updating and posting to the general ledger;
Prepare timely expenditure returns to Treasury;
Deal with external and internal auditors and respond to audit queries;
Maintain cashbooks and supervise bank reconciliations;
Supervise a team of accounting support staff;
Maintenance of a Fixed Assets Register;
Ensure compliance with Government Financial Regulations and Procedures.

Job Description

A minimum Upper Second Class degree or equivalent in Commerce (Finance or Accounting), Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, from a reputable university;
Professional qualifications such as CPA (K), ACCA, ACA or equivalent professional qualifications;
Demonstrate knowledge of government/public accounting, Financial Regulations and Procedures;
Computer literacy and a thorough command of working with an Integrated Financial Management System such as SAP, ACCPAC, Navision, IFMIS, Sun System, etc
Membership to a professional body;
At least 6 years relevant working experience;
Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, team player with strong leadership and management skills;
Must be a person of high integrity;
A Master's degree in Finance or Accounting will be an added advantage.

Constituency Elections Coordinator (CEC )

81 Posts

Duties

Provide management support, develop and oversee the implementation of strategies, policies, plans and budgets at the constituency level while ensuring the alignment of these to the regional and overall Commission strategies;
Ensure that election operation activities at the constituency level comply with internal controls and budget restrictions;
Ensure provision of administrative support services at the constituency level including distribution of election materials, transport management, implementation of security policies and protocols and ensuring the safe custody of the Commission's assets;
Be responsible for sound financial management and prudent use of all Commission funds at constituency level in line with commission's financial policies;
Liaise with the Regional Election Coordinator to implement training programmes for registration and election officials at the constituency level;
Identify, inspect suitable polling, nominations and tallying centers;
Liaise with regional administrative and security officials at the constituency level to ensure safety of Commission Assets;
Undertake the verification, compilation and revision of Constituency voter's register as required by law from time to time;
Liaise with political parties with respect to elections and related activities;
Develop accountability measures, monitor the performance indicators at the constituency levels and ensure the timely preparation of periodic reports;
He/she will be the Returning Officer during elections and the Registration Officer during voter registration.

Job Description

Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized university;
A minimum of Six (6) years working experience in management of public affairs;
Proven experience in results-based management, monitoring and evaluation or managing election process is an added advantage;
Must be computer literate and should possess good negotiation, planning and coordination skills;
Additional training, professional Qualifications and experience of fieldwork will be an advantage.

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IEBC Jobs in Kenya - Budget Manager, HR Development Manager, Political Parties Manager, Warehousing Manager and Business Systems Manager

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:56 AM PDT

Preparation of the Commissions Annual Budget and MTEF Budget;
Give guidance to Directorates in the preparation of their budgets;
Ensure timely preparation of regional and constituency budgets;
Review constituency recurrent and development budgets;
Play a key role in budget planning, preparation, implementation and monitoring;
Facilitate issuance of Authority to Incur expenditure (AIE) to regional offices;
Ensure compliance with Treasury and government guidelines on public expenditure;
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of government budgetary process;
Knowledge of Government Financial Regulations and Procedures;
Liaise with Treasury in the management of the budgetary process;
Liaise with Treasury for exchequer releases;
Budgetary control to ensure Directorates, Regions and the Commission as a whole operate within budget;

Job Description

At least an Upper Second Class degree in Economics, Mathematics or Statistics, Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Business Administration from a reputable university;
A professional qualifications such as CPA (K), ACCA, ACA or equivalent professional qualifications;
A Master's degree in Finance or Accounting will be an added advantage;
Computer literacy and a thorough command of working with an Integrated Financial Management System such as SAP, ACCPAC, Navision, IFMIS, etc;
At least 5 years working experience.

Manager, Human Resources Development

Duties

Carry out training needs analysis for the Commission;
Develop Human Resources development plans;
Develop training programs;
Implement the Commission's training plans;
Plan and coordinate staff performance appraisals;
Develop succession plans for the commission;
Maintain staff development database.

Job Description

First degree in Human Resources or Degree in Social Sciences and Post graduate Diploma in Human Resources or CPS(K);
A master will be added advantage;
Six (6) years of relevant working experience

Manager, Political Parties

Duties

Assisting in development of policy on Monitoring campaign expenses;
Developing policies on political parties expenditure;
Establishing oversight unit whose function is to receive information relating to political parties uses of Funds;
Monitoring to ensure financial reports submitted by parties meets threshold set by the Campaign Financing law;
Preparing regulations for monitoring campaign financing;
Promoting liaison between Commission, political parties and other stakeholders;
Promoting continuous dialogue with political parties during elections;
Ensuring, in liaison with other departments, smooth nominations of candidates and proper handling of party lists;
Ensuring strong liaison with Political Parties during elections;
Ensuring smooth operations of Political Parties Liaison Committees established by Law.

Job Description

Have a degree in Political science, business administration/Human resource management/Industrial Relations or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized university;
Be registered with a recognized management professional body;
Have worked in a political environment at a senior position for at least eight (8) years;
Have demonstrated high degree of professionalism, be self motivated, have administrative capability and outstanding record of integrity;
Have leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Manager, Warehousing

Duties

In-charge of the Commission's warehouses;
Manage logistics of multiple shipments and deliveries within extreme time constraints;
Arrange and coordinate multimillion shilling shipments and incoming orders between the Commission and local and international suppliers;
Direct all warehouse operations for elections materials, including outbound deliveries to regions and constituencies, receiving, inventory control, packaging, and labeling of all warehouse items;
Develop and establish new storage systems that will improve productivity and accuracy;
Load, bind, and arrange pallets, label and transport materials into warehouses;
Determine re-order level of all stock items and supplies;
Periodically prepare a list of assets and general stores to be disposed of.

Job Description

Must have a minimum of Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, statistics, Engineering from a reputable university;
Must be a member of a professional Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Warehousing body;
Must have 7 years working experience in procurement or warehousing or supply chain management;
Proven ability to manage warehouse, inventory, shipping, and receiving operations;
Ability to arrange and coordinate regional, national, and global logistics;
Hardworking and detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task effectively;
Outstanding leadership, motivation, and communication skills,
Must possess a good grasp of the provisions of the Public Procurement & Disposal Act and Regulations;
Must possess a postgraduate diploma in Procurement/Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution of higher learning or a professional body;
Must be computer literate and possess good analytical skills;
A Masters degree in Procurement, Warehousing, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance or Accounting will be an added advantage.

Manager, Business Systems

Duties

Responsible for planning, coordinating and managing all activities related to the design, acquisition / development and implementation of enterprise application systems for the Commission;
Proactively seek opportunities within the Commission and its partners to improve and enhance the efficiency of the organization through innovative and improved systems development;
Manage the development and deployment of new application systems and / or enhancements to existing applications throughout the Commission;
Provide technical leadership to project teams and developers working on project development teams;
Ensure development projects meet business requirements and goals, fulfill end-user expectations, identify and resolve application issues;
Review and analyze existing applications effectiveness and efficiency, and then develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems;
Ensure that development standards are established, kept up to date and enforced.
Coordinate the development of detailed documentation for the operation of implemented systems by users and operators;
Prepare and manage budget for own area and allocates resources accordingly;
Undertake any other such duties, training and/or work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent and commensurate with the general level of responsibility for this job.

Job Description

Education: Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent;
Experience: 8 or more years of IT and business/industry work experience in managing teams or projects in systems analysis and/or programming functions;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Practical knowledge and full cycle implementation experience of large, integrated IT projects required;
Sound knowledge of ICT systems in electoral processes required;
Proven knowledge of one or more integrated/ERP systems;
Prior demonstration of complex coordination and interaction across functional boundaries;
Able to meet strict deadlines, lead diverse teams and projects;
Professional certification in Project Management or ERP desired.

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Huduma Consult Architectural Draftsman Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:55 AM PDT

Competent Architectural Draftsman Required

Minimum 5 years relevant work experience
Develop and prepare production designs and drawings from preliminary concepts / sketches
Preparation of Detail drawings, Specifications, Shop drawings, and Perspective color rendering drawings
Knowledge of standards and regulations essential

Candidate must possess

adminstrative skills,
good organisational skills,
communication skills,
computer skills,
attention to details & drafting skills.
Able to work without supervision,
motivated and a self starter.

If you are interested for the above mentioned post, please send a Cover letter, C.V and a Portfolio of Works Done:

Note: The updated CV MUST have the following details:

Educational Background:
Work Experience / Tasks Handled:
CAD Software Proficiency:
Notice Period:
Current Salary:
Expected Salary:

huduma.consult@gmail.com
and/or
The Advertiser No. 10
P.O. Box 4563-00506
Nairobi.

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Branch Manager Re-Advert Job in Nairobi.

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:53 AM PDT

Industry: Telecommunication
Reports To: Contract Management & Deployment & Sales Administration Director at the
Headquarter in France, through the Contract Manager based in France.

Our client, a French high Technology provider of broadband terminals, convergence and energy solutions, seeks to recruit a qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Branch Manager. The successful candidate will be in charge of the Local Branch and will be liaising closely with the Headquater's team (Contract Manager, Sales Manager, Design Engineer).

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Ensure the Branch management on Financial, Human Resources, administrative and operational aspects.
Coordinating operations of the Projects implementation in order to meet the contractual obligations and the profitability and cash targets
Ensuring the Business Development
Ensure local costs planning, optimization and control.
Local invoicing and corresponding timely payment
Managing the relationship with the local accountant
Managing the local staff and sub-contractors.
Maintaining client relationship and business development.

Qualifications and Competences

Must be a holder of University degree in engineering preferably Telecommunications or Networks.
Minimum 5 years experience in the similar role.
Must possess project handling techniques (leading teams, organization, and budgeting, financial management).
Have good communication and report writing skills
Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects and initiatives
Ability to motivate staff and achieve results

To apply, send your cover letter and CV only with no other attachments to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 23rd March 2012.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Construction Project Manager Re-Advert Job in Tanzania

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:52 AM PDT

Industry: Construction

Our client, a leader in the Construction Industry in East Africa in Building and Civil engineering work including Project Management with the Head office in Dar- es- salaam is looking for a self driven and proactive Project Manager.

They will provide management oversight for all phases of the construction project, including coordinating workers, material, and equipment while ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Keys Tasks and Responsibilities

Manage 2/3 Construction Projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality, timelines and safety standards.
Develop a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of project following a logical pattern for utilization of resources.
Select and coordinate work of subcontractors working on various phases of the project.
Oversee performance of all trade contractors and review architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.
Responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.
Supervise staff; review their reports, checks on any reported difficulties, and corrects any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.
Track and control construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated.
Reports to owners and architects about progress and any necessary modifications of plans that seem indicated.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. A postgraduate degree in project management is an added advantage.
At least 8 years of experience in the similar role.
Must have done large civil/building construction projects and have been individually responsible as project manager/ head for at least 2 projects.
Must be working with a reputable construction company.
Excellent Communication skills.

To apply, send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 23rd March 2012. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Lifecare International Insurance Brokers Receptionist, Relationship Manager and Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:51 AM PDT

Lifecare International Insurance Brokers LTD

Receptionist

Roles and Responsibilities

Receptionist represents the face of the company, very critical and important role, whereby the focus being that the key values of the company are being communicated to all concerned stakeholders either by email/phone/or face to face meeting.

Reporting to Asst. Operations Manager

Specific Responsibilities

Phone and Mails

Screen incoming phone (land/mobile) calls and answer them in the prescribed manner and divert them to the right dept for immediate answering of queries.
Ensure delivery and pick up mail to and from clients/providers/others
Open and date stamp all general correspondence
Maintain the incoming mail log
Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences and conference
Deal with simple client queries
Get calls for senior management as required
Responsible to follow up on missed calls and undelivered messages to both internal and external clients.
Responsible for incoming and outgoing couriers and logging of same.

Attending to Visitors

Greet company's visitors
Responsible to ensure the Guests are looked after and are treated with care and respect as per the values and culture of Lifecare
Responsible for guests co-ordination with other departments like HR, Admin, Sales, Customer service etc.
Responsible to ensure all visitors enter to only to the authorized areas and follow the visitors policy is adhered to
Coordinate with the office staff to arrange for refreshments for the visitors whenever required.

Technology Management

Enters Courier details in/Gold mine and updates it on daily basis
Use only the hardware and software systems as provided by the company for all communications, information and data storage purposes.

Maintenance of Various Logs

Responsible for keeping the attendance, lunch and out of office logs
Responsible for co-ordinating office car usage for official purposes
Responsible for keeping client pick up log and co-ordination/tracking of same.

Team Work

Extend and participate in the pursuit of all new business securing activities as directed by the manager or the management of Lifecare.
Build and maintain cohesive relations with other departments and colleagues of Lifecare International
Support and encourage team spirit within Lifecare by skills, experience and knowledge sharing
Coordinate with the HR and admin department to arrange for trainings, meetings or other get together, involving both internal and external stakeholders.

Confidentiality & Ethics

Ensure full compliance with the companies third party non solicitation policy which prohibits the earning of fees through third party channels not connected with the company
Protection of the company at all times in relation to database, IP, secrets and strategy, sensitive information which may not be discussed with anyone outside of the company
Ensure all sensitive client information remains confidential
Ensure unethical ways and means of other team members are appropriately reported to the concerned personnel

Pre-requisites

Qualifications:

Graduate, with experience in Insurance, Banking Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Hotel Management. Insurance qualifications will be an added advantage.

Experience

2-3 years of minimum experience as a receptionist, with client servicing knowledge. Insurance experience will be an added advantage.

Language Proficiency (U/ R / W)

Ability to Speak Fluent English and read and write English proficiently.

Job Knowledge Requirement

Pleasing and Friendly Personality
Courteous and polite
Good command over English Language
Shows Compassion and is caring and driven
Passionate and driven
Must be an excellent face-to-face and telephone communicator.
Ability to handle stress and pressure
Should be a good listener
Should be flexible and willing to work long hours
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office package -Word, Excel and Power Point

Relationship Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

The role of Relationship Manager is to build and manage the relationships with the Lifecare's existing and new clients both Individual and Corporate. The role includes ensuring that the client's expectations are met by delivering the promises made and managing all aspects of client servicing before and after the policy is sold or an agreement is made.

Reporting to Head of Client Services Dept

Specific Responsibilities

Result Focus:

Responsible for meeting the set retention rate of the portfolio allotted
Responsible to ensure that the profitability of the assigned Travel Agents is maintained and increased over a defined period of time
Responsible to ensure that customer individual / Corporate complains of critical nature are within the defined limits
Responsible to ensure critical errors in terms of the deliverables to clients are minimum and within the defined parameters and benchmarks.
Responsible for meeting the set Sales targets

Client Servicing

Responsible to ensure that all queries via Phone / E-mail / Walk INs and / or any other means o, is answered and the client's issues, queries are resolved as per the defined benchmarks.
Provides effective and efficient Quotations to the clients meeting their specific requirements
Responsible for coordinating with Travel Insurance providers to meet client requirements
Responsible to liaise with the Travel Agents on regular basis, for Training , Understanding their concerns , resolving issues and mapping performance
Responsible to address client - Individual, corporate, Agents complaints and proactively deal with them on timely basis
Conduct presentations to the clients, Conduct Trainings on the Policy details and software usage on regular basis
Visit clients as per the need of business
Attend to walk in clients

Self Learning &Development

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry/practices and the business community in the Kenya
Be fully committed and dedicated to personal development and growth, working toward the achievement of performance targets on agreed periodic basis.
Attend trainings programmes as directed by the immediate manager.

Knowledge Management

Generate Weekly/ monthly/Quarterly /Annual performance report within the specified area of operations
Responsible for Capturing and updating details concerning clients as per the assigned individuals in Gold mine as per the set benchmarks and processes
Responsible for updating weekly reports consistently
Interpret data in logical manner, provide conclusive information to the customers both internal and external to enable effective decision making.

Technology Management

Use only the hardware and software systems as provided by the company for all communications, information and data storage purposes
Ensure client database is updated in a timely manner and is correct and up to date as per the defined processes and internal benchmarks
Ensure Quality standards set are adequately followed within the area of operations under your profile.

Team Work

Extend and participate in the pursuit of all new business securing activities as directed by the manager or the management of Lifecare.
Build and maintain cohesive relations with other departments and colleagues of Lifecare International
Support and encourage team spirit within Lifecare by skills, experience and knowledge sharing

Confidentiality & Ethics

Ensure full compliance with the companies third party non solicitation policy which prohibits the earning of fees through third party channels not connected with the company
Protection of the company at all times in relation to database, IP, secrets and strategy, sensitive information which may not be discussed with anyone outside of the company
Ensure all sensitive client information remains confidential
Ensure unethical ways and means of other team members are appropriately reported to the concerned personnel

Pre-requisites

Qualifications

Graduate, with experience in Insurance, Banking, Hospitality, Travel and Tourism. Minimum COP (Certificate of Proficiency) Insurance qualification.

Experience

2-3 years of minimum experience in Client servicing, and Sales. Insurance experience will be an added advantage.

Language Requirement

Ability to Speak Fluent English and read and write English proficiently.

Job Knowledge Requirement

Knowledge for effective use of Microsoft Office package -Word, Excel and Power Point. Knowledge of advanced features of Excel like Statistical Analysis, Pivot Tables etc. preferable.
Passionate and driven
Analytical
Must be an excellent face-to-face and telephone communicator.
Ability to analyze and understand things by ensuring attention to details is given.
Ability to handle stress and pressure
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to understand things form different prospective and should be a good listener
Excellent Public Speaking Skills are a must
Should be a good negotiator
Should possess training skills
Should be flexible and willing to travel

Accountant

Roles and Responsibilities

The primary role of a Sr. Accountant is to ensure that all Accounting and Finance related tasks are carried our effectively within the department.

His/her role is to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports for multiple affiliates.

Accomplishes tasks with particular emphasis on internal customer service and seeks to add value for the company's managers and employees.

Reporting to Accounts Team Leader

Specific Responsibilities

Result Focus

Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company procedures.
Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
Reviews accounts payables and weekly check runs.
Analyze transactional processes and identify areas where additional accuracies and efficiencies can be achieved
Applies cost accounting methods to achieve accurate representation of cost center performance.
Preparation of the monthly statutory accounts and consolidated financial statements
Report, analyze, and ensure integrity of all financial information.

Accounting & Administration

Liaise with Bank regarding funds transfer and other related issues
Prepare various financial letters, NOC's as per the requirements and instructions of the Chief Accountant
Reconcile Financial Statements on regular basis
Coordinate for Internal and External Audits
Monitor and manage, Petty Cash
Process Payroll as per the set Benchmark and framework
Purchase orders processing and monitoring
Commissions processing as per the set benchmarks
Oversee the accounting documentation to ensure proper maintenance of all accounting systems and functions as per the defined framework and benchmarks
Prepare all month closing activities including balance sheet reconciliations and costs allocation
Oversee collection status on regular basis and ensure the target collection amount is collected as per the set targets and reports concerning the same is developed and presented on regular basis
Ensure timelines , accuracy, and usefulness of financial and management reporting are met consistently
Prepare financial statement on monthly basis
Coordinate with HR for Payroll processing
Coordinate with HR for issuing Certificates concerning Financial matter to internal stakeholders
Resolve accounting discrepancies
Manages the payments to be made (internal & External) and seeks due approvals.

Knowledge Management

Ensure all paperwork in meticulous order is carried out and comply with all management information and reporting requests and compliance with all Company ISO 9001 and legal/regulatory requests
Responsible for Filing and Maintaining all accounting Documents ( hard or soft copies)
Generate weekly/ Monthly/Quarterly/Half yearly and Annual Financial Reports and record them for future reference
Ensure all bank related documents are maintained and update on regular basis for future requirements
Ensure all financial records are up to date and meets the General Accounting principals

Technology Management

Use only the hardware and software systems as provided by the company for all communications, information and data storage purposes
Ensure all reports and database are accurately updated within the technological framework of the company for the entire finance and accounts department

Team Management

Periodically evaluate team performance
Mentors and develops direct team, manage work allocation, continuously strives to build an effective team dynamic
Conducts one to one with the team on regular basis
Evaluate the team's performance and take corrective actions where ever required in coordination with the HR department
Evaluate training requirements for the team by assessing their present skill set and the ideal requirement and accordingly deal with the skill gap in coordination with the HR for increasing the overall efficiency of his team
Effectively deal with team issues, and try to resolve the problems within his capacity.
Motivate the team to adhere to the values of the organization and approach the policies and regulations positively.
Ensure team attitude is guided in the right direction for the overall advantage of the company.

Team Work

Participate in all internal New Business initiatives as requested and directed
Extend and participate in the pursuit of all new business securing activities as directed by the Commercial Director and Management of LCIB
Build and maintain cohesive relations with other departments and colleagues of Lifecare International
Support and encourage team spirit within LCIB by skills, experience and knowledge sharing

Self Learning &Development

Engage in training sessions on regular basis as required and communicated by the HOD
Attend external events and trainings as required on regular basis.

Confidentiality & Ethics

Ensure full compliance with the companies third party non solicitation policy which prohibits the earning of fees through third party channels not connected with the company
Protection of the company at all times in relation to database, IP, secrets and strategy, sensitive information which may not be discussed with anyone outside of the company
Ensure all sensitive information remains confidential individually and by the team
Ensure unethical ways and means of other team members are appropriately reported to the concerned personnel

Pre-requisites

Qualifications

University degree in Commerce, Finance or Business Administration. A minimum of a CPA (K) is a must.

Experience

At least 3-5 years of experience as an accountant and minimum 1 year as a Senior Team Member, preferably in financial /Insurance/banking sector/Micro Finance sector.

Language Proficiency (U/ R / W)

Proficient in English with ability to Read, Write and understand efficiently

Job Knowledge Requirement

Results Driven
Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office package -Word, Excel and Power Point. Advance Excel Skills are a must.
Knowledge of QuickBooks Accounting Software.
Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Mastery of Accounting and costing concepts.
Excellent interpersonal, communications, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational and written skills.
Up to date knowledge of current financial and accounting computer applications
Should also have extensive knowledge in fast-paced technologies and accounting programs and possess excellent mathematical skills
Time management, organizational skills, problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as leadership and administrative skills are essentially required.
Emotional Balance- Ability to control one's emotions in crisis situations. High emotional intelligence is desired.

Interested applicants are requested to send their applications & detailed CV (Strictly Email only) indicating current salary and benefit history with 3 references including current employer, copies of certificates and any other testimonials on or Before 23rd March, 2012 to:

hr@lifecareinternational.co.ke
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Travel Company Limited Ltd: Key Accounts Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:49 AM PDT

Employment Type: Full Time

Summary

Our Client a ground and air travel company in Kenya is seeking a Key Accounts Manager to do sales and marketing of air ticketing and travel management services to generate maximum revenues, expand market share and achieve company's profitability targets, while providing outstanding service to customers and ensuring customer escalations and complaints are dealt with efficiently and conclusively.

Duties & Responsibilities

Sales & Marketing Duties

Responding to various tender requests from a variety of sources with regards to Air ticketing and Travel Management services;
Follow up on sales leads, call on clients and solicit business;
Planning and managing direct marketing campaigns;
Building and maintaining relationships with existing customers through regular review visits and constant communications;
Acting as a contact between the company and its existing and potential markets;
Gathering market and customer intelligence;
Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions;
Gaining a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements to enable accurate audience and presentation targets;
Gaining a clear understanding of the products, market environment and benefits related information;
Reviewing own sales performance - ensuring sales targets are met;
Assist in various branding initiatives for the company including corporate branding;
Marketing support activities & other collaborative duties with the Tours Department;
Preparation of marketing presentations to corporates as need arises;
Maintenance of databases and database usage;

Customer Relationship Management Duties

Providing help and advice to customers using the organization's products or services
Communicating courteously with customers by telephone, email, letter and face to face
Handling face-to-face enquiries from customers
Reviewing customer surveys and sending reports
Investigating and solving customers' problems
Handling customer complaints or any major incidents
Keeping accurate records of discussions or correspondence with customers
Analyzing statistics or other data to determine the level of customer service provided
Visiting customers to provide a one-to-one service;
Developing feedback or complaints procedures for customers to use
Develop long-term customer relationships and achieve customer satisfaction goals.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

Business or marketing-related degree;
At least 3 years progressive working experience in sales & marketing;
Experience in product launches and branding;
Customer care skills;
Excellent communication skills both oral and written and ability to communicate well with people of all levels;
Must be self-driven and able to meet deadlines;
High level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and a "can do" attitude;
Works with minimal supervision and stress tolerant;
Persuasiveness, innovation and judgment
Added advantage to those experienced in sales & marketing and business development in the Travel Industry.

If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications please send a cover letter, your detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and names of three referees to keyaccontsmanager@gmail.com to reach us not later than 21ST March 2012.

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Academic Research Writing Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:47 AM PDT

The Company:

We are an academic research writing firm specializing in assisting students in completing their assignments.

We work on papers such as dissertations, thesis, term papers, proposals, etc and have been reputed amongst our clients to offer nothing but premium services with many of them providing a constant stream of work for us.

The Job:

We are expanding and seeking to immediately fill in positions for 5 associate writers.

Most of the work will entail writing assignments related to business & research proposals, term papers, dissertations, thesis, assignments and article writing.

If you have the proficiency to write in areas related to economics, accounting and finance, this will be an added advantage.

Note that all assignments are strictly customized to exceed customer expectations.

Requirements:

Undergraduate in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting and English. Other majors will also be considered.
Excellent writing proficiency. Your writing aptitude needs to be above average with no spelling mistakes, run-on sentences, etc.
Flair for research. You will carry out extensive academic and executive research on many diverse topics.
Ability to be proactive under minimal supervision.
Availability to work Saturdays.
Ability to meet strict deadlines.
A clear understanding of plagiarism and how to avoid it.
Clear understanding and mastery of the different writing styles (APA, MLA, Chicago and Harvard) as well as their formatting and referencing.
Excellent customer service.
Ability to follow instructions to the letter.

Only those with prior academic writing experience need apply.
Please note that this is a permanent full-time position.
Salary is writer-dependent.

To be considered, please send a detailed resume and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to pmgbrain@gmail.com

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Avanti Restaurant: Restaurant Manager, Cashier/Waiters and Chefs Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:43 AM PDT

A new chain of restaurants will soon be opening its first branch in Westlands.

We are looking to fill the following positions with charming, outgoing, customer friendly professionals.

We have openings for the following positions:

Restaurant Manager

Job Description;

Supervises the functioning of all services and kitchen staff, facilities, sales and costs, to ensure maximum restaurant profit is achieved.
Controls and analyses, on an on-going basis, in order to optimize the following:
Quality levels of product and service
Guest satisfaction
Operating costs
Sanitation and cleanliness (hygiene)
Coordinates and supervises the preparation, presentation and service of food products to ensure the highest quality at all times.
The Food and Beverage par stocks. Approves all purchases and other food and beverage items in accordance with restaurant quality and quantity standards.
Conducts weekly restaurant meetings relating to, but not limited to, the following:
Overall Food and Beverage financial results and profitability
Projected business
Operations results and problems
Changes in procedures
New management policies
Quality improvement
Sales improvement
Productivity improvement
Production time
Implements a daily, weekly and monthly checklist for all restaurant section. Ensures proper follow-up to attain maximum quality and efficiency.
Interacts with individuals outside the hotel including, but not limited to, customers, suppliers, government officials, competitors and other members within his/her locality.
Prepares detailed induction program for new staff
Ensures training needs analysis of staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet the staff needs
Conducts probation and formal performance appraisal in line with company guidelines.
Maintains up to date staff attendance records ,duty Rota and approves leave requests etc
Coaches, counsels and disciplines staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance
Manage the Restaurant's expenses in staff, utilities etc
Participates in preparation of the Restaurant's strategic plan, marketing plan and goals program
Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly
Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers

Requirements

Knowledge of Micros system
Minimum Diploma in Hospitality management
Must have 3-5 years experience in restaurant, 2 years in supervisory or managementposition
Must have excellent people skills.
Integrity, honesty and accountability in all areas
Must be ready to work varied hours/days and s even on weekends.
Team builder
Can work under pressure and meet dead lines

Cashier/Waiter/Waitress

Job Description

This position requires excellent consistent customer services for all our customers. This includes

Greeting and welcoming customers entering the restaurant
Collecting orders from the Kitchen and Bars, returns used plates, glass and silver to dishwashing area.
Sets and clears tables ensuring as per restaurant standards
Ensuring that personal hygiene, grooming, appearance and restaurant uniform is to the required standard.
Be polite, courteous and efficient in dealing with guests, restaurant staff and management.
Knows and uses correct terminology and procedure of service
Serves meals/drinks/desserts to guests, presents bills and accepts payments under the supervision of the Cashier.
Ability to interact with customers and knows the customers names and preferences concerning food & beverages.
Performs other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Requirements

Ability to communicate fluently in English and Swahili,
Minimum certificate in F&B service from a reputable institution
1-2 years of restaurant service experience.
Ability to use micros system efficiently (after training).
Must have excellent interpersonalskills and sales skills.
Knowledge and have interest in F&B service
Must be honesty and accountable
Must be ready to work varied hours/days and even on weekends/holidays

Chefs/Cooks

Job Description

Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
Cooking and seasoning food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and to look pleasant and presentable.
Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roaster to ensure that utilities are being used efficiency & effective
Estimate expected food consumption; then requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from central stores.
Ability to maintain a clean working production area.
Consult with chef/group chefs to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs

Requirements

Ability to communicate English and Swahili,
Minimum certificate in food production from a reputable institution
1-2 years of restaurant production experience.
Must be able to use varies kitchen tools and equipments
Knowledge and have interest in food and food production
Must be honesty and accountable
Must be ready to work varied hours/days and even on weekends/holidays

Application, updatedCV with current references and a passport size photograph should be sent by email to: jobs@avantigroup.co.ke

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Reelforge PHP Developer Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:41 AM PDT

Job Description

The PHP Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Reelforge applications clients utilising in depth PHP and MySQL skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

Building and maintenance of core PHP based applications.
To design and develop relational database systems and their web interfaces.
To assist the Technical Director in the planning of overall company strategy regarding web development .
To monitor web server and site technical performance

Skills / Attributes Required

Previous PHP programming experience
Strong database knowledge, specifically MySQL knowledge.
Experience of the full software development life cycle: from requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery
Commercial experience in Web Application development and / or software development .
Good knowledge of the Linux command line essential.
Front-end development including jQuery (desirable, not essential).
Understanding of Ajax (desirable, not essential).
Enthusiasm and an interest in all things technology
A flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualification

Bachelors of Computer Science or Equivalent Degree or Experience.

Additional Requirements

Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit applications.

An application should contain a cover letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position, an updated curriculum vitae including detailed work experience,current remuneration, with current contact information, notice period required to take up appointment and names and contacts of three professional references.

Send your application ,so as to reach us by 31st March 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to apply

Click here to apply online

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F&B Cost Controller and Purchasing Manager Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:39 AM PDT

A leading 5 star hotel located in Nairobi has the following employment vacancies:

F&B Cost Controller

In charge of all aspects of F&B Cost Control section of the finance department.
Prepare daily Food and Beverage cost reports
Costing of all issues and transfer for adjustment
Daily bars stock take.
Process daily reports by outlet.
Organize month-end stock take
Ensure regular spot checks in the outlets and main store.
Menu costing and portion controls
Ensure all variances are investigated and addressed adequately
Keep proper controls during functions
Tallying of captain orders with guest checks.
Production of daily, weekly and monthly reports to management.

Purchasing Manager

In charge of all aspects of purchasing section of the finance department.

Oversee operations management in purchasing functions
Procurement of best product at best price
Ensure timely delivery of required supplies
Schedule purchase and delivery for optimum hotel performance.
Maintain stores par stocks and avoid stock-outs
Analysis of the supply market
Sourcing and vetting of suppliers
Ensure suppliers' conformity with Delivery Notes, invoices and quality
Spot-checking deliveries against orders
Ensure proper documentation for references
Production of weekly and monthly reports to management.

Only Diploma and Degree holders from reputable institutions will be considered for interviews.

Interested and qualified candidates with 3 years experience to send their CVs to peterkihara@ymail.com before 23rd March 2012.

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Safaricom Graduate Management Engineer Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:38 AM PDT

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Director Technology Office within the Technology Division.

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

Graduate Management Engineer

Ref: TECHNICAL_GME

In line with the business need to fast-track and develop qualified engineers, the holder of the position will go through an 11 month rotation program in all divisions within Safaricom.

The rotation will expose the individual through a combination of functional exposure, work assignments, project management and formal training with an aim of making innovative suggestions and/or recommendations on assigned projects in an effort to improve the business while maintaining compliance with ISO standards.

Key responsibilities will be to:

Work Assignments on Rotation - Undertake various projects and work assignments with an aim of:

Continuously improving operations processes & procedures in the business during the rotation;
Enhancing the compliance of policies and procedures to ISO standards;
Preparing and update of all business data accumulated during projects/tasks;
Analysis and advice on requirements and impact of introducing new services and technologies to assigned projects;

Innovation – Critique internal mechanisms & work processes with an aim of:
Identifying policy and process shortcomings and/or loopholes during the rotation programme and give value-adding recommendations;
Providing innovative suggestions of handling various business needs/processes and challenge policy where necessary;

Minimum Requirements:

Graduated between 2011-2012 in B.Sc./B.Tech (1st class or 2nd Upper Honors) degree in Electrical/Electronics engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer engineering with bias towards telecommunications;

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is 26th March 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

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The People’s Republic of China 45 full scholarships to Kenyans for the 2012/2013 academic year

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:37 AM PDT

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education Science and Technology,

The Peoples Republic of China

Scholarships for Year 2012 / 2013

The People's Republic of China is offering 45 full scholarships to Kenyans for undergraduate and postgraduate for the 2012/2013 academic year.

Ten (10) of the scholarships are for bachelors, Twenty (20) for masters and Fifteen (15) are PhD programmes.

The Areas of study are in the field of Engineering, Sciences, Technology and Medicine.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

A. Undergraduate

Minimum KCSE Mean Grade of B (plain).
Not more than 25 years of age.
Strong grades on the major subjects that are key to the specialty preferred
Completed Secondary Education in the last three (3) years.
Has KCSE certificate

B. Post Graduate

Are serving the country in the public sector.
Completed two (2) years of continuous public service since their last degree studies.
Graduated with a Bachelor's degree of at least Upper Second class honors level.
PhD, applicants must have a relevant Master's Degree.
Are below 35 years for Masters and 40 years for PhD

Application Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor, Room 2702.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry's website: www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke.

Masters and PhD applicants should submit their application forms through their heads of departments.

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, birth certificate, other testimonials and a proposal (for PhD applicants) in the area of study should be sent to:

Director Higher Education,
Ministry of Higher Education Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 -00200,
Nairobi

Or delivered to: Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702

The application forms should reach the Ministry not later than 27th March 2012.

Director Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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Judges of the Industrial Court Jobs in Kenya (15 Posts)

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:36 AM PDT

Republic of Kenya

The Judiciary

The Judicial Service Commission

The 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 Industrial Court

15 Posts

Ref : 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 appointment

For 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 the
following: -

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.ke

The 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.

Update: The deadline for submission of applications for the position of Judge of the Industrial Court has been extended for a further 14 days effective 20th March 2012 to 3rd April, 2012.

The other content of the said advertisements remain unchanged.

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PCEA Nairobi Newton Partnership Board Program Officer Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:35 AM PDT

PCEA Nairobi Newton Partnership Board
Working with Older People in Kibwezi

Background

The PCEA Nairobi Newton Partnership Board working with Newton Presbytery runs community projects in Water, Health and Education in Thange Location of Kibwezi District.

The board has received a grant from Jersey Overseas Aid to implement a pilot Age friendly program for the Older Persons in the said location in partnership with HelpAge International for 9 months.

The Board invites application for the Post of Program Officer who will be incharge of overall project implementation.

Reporting to the Board and based in Kibwezi, this position will run for 9 months on a fixed term contract.

This duration may be extended subject to availability of funding. .

Requirements

A Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences / Community development
Minimum 3 years experience in project management in an NGO set up
Computer Literacy a must
Experience in budget tracking , Monitoring and Evaluation
Communication and report writing skills
Good command of English and Swahili languages. Kamba language an added advantage
Current Salary history and expected Salary indication
Ability to take up the post immediately

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply to the address below with a cover letter and an updated CV, copies of certificates, 3 referees of whom one must be a religious leader to the following address not later than Tuesday 27th March 2012:-

The Secretary,
PCEA Nairobi Newton Partnership Board
P.O. Box 1081 00515
Nairobi

Or email to: pceannpb@gmail.com

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Teachers Service Commission Request for Proposal to Conduct a Customer / Employee Satisfaction and Work Environment Survey

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:34 AM PDT

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) was established as a constitutional Commission under the constitution of Kenya (2010).

The Commission is mandated to register trained teachers;

to recruit and employ registered teachers; to assign teachers employed by the Commission for service in public schools and tertiary institutions;
to promote and transfer teachers; to exercise disciplinary control over teachers; to terminate the employment of teachers;
to review the standards of education and training for persons entering the teaching service;
to review the demand for and supply of teachers and to advise the national government on matters relating to the teaching profession.

TSC has embraced the Results Based Management approach and the Public Service Performance Contracting System which entail customer focused service delivery, strategic planning and rapid results initiatives.

In an effort to obtain customer feedback on the quality of its services, the TSC intends to conduct a Customer/Employee satisfaction and Work Environment Survey during the period April-June, 2012.

The findings from the Survey will be used to improve our Quality Management System, inform process re-engineering and possibly set new service standards.

Goals and objectives of the assignment:

The overall objective of the assignment is to conduct a Customer and Employee satisfaction and Work Environment survey and obtain feedback in relation to the services provided by the Commission and recommend appropriate interventions and opportunities for improvement.

The TSC now invites proposals from eligible consultants to perform this task.

Terms of Reference and expected duration

The assignment is expected to be undertaken within Six (6) weeks from the date of offer.

Detailed Terms of Reference (TORs), Scope of work, deliverables and delivery deadlines are contained in the Request For Proposal (RFP) documents that will be issued to interested bidders at a cost of Ksh. 3000. only

Interested firms/consultants shall provide information on qualifications, capabilities and details of past experiences in conducting similar work especially in Government Agencies. Potential bidders may obtain further information from the TSC headquarters, TSC House, Kilimanjaro Road, Upper Hill – Policy, Planning & Research Division – 1st floor (Podium) during weekdays from 0800 to 1700 hours local time.

Completed Technical and Financial proposals should be put in two (2) separate envelopes and enclosed in a bigger, plain sealed envelope marked "REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO CONDUCT A CUSTOMER/EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT SURVEY" and addressed to:

The Secretary
Teachers Service Commission
Private Bag
Nairobi

The same should be deposited in the Tender Box, located on the Ground Floor, Podium Wing, TSC House.

The Request for Proposal Documents will be opened on the 10th of April, 2012 at the TSC Training Room on 3rd Floor (Podium Wing), in the presence of bidders or their representatives who wish to witness the opening.

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Kenya Forest Service Expression of Interest to Prepare an Annotated Bibliography of Africa PFM Learning

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:32 AM PDT

Kenya Forest Service

Tender No.KFS/MMMB/09/2011-2012

Expression of Interest to Prepare an Annotated Bibliography of Africa PFM Learning

The Governments of Finland and Kenya are executing the Miti Mingi Maisha Bora (MMMB) programme of support to forest sector reform.

The objective is to reduce poverty by ensuring that the forest sector contributes to improving the lives of the poor while restoring the environment and aiding the economic recovery growth of Kenya within the context of Vision 2030.

Through MMMB, Kenya Forest Service (KFS) invites expression of interests from qualified NGOs to carry out the work indicated below.

KFS is therefore inviting eligible and qualified firms to express their interest to prepare an annotated bibliography of PFM learning in Africa.

To be eligible, the firms must meet the following minimum criteria:

1. Provide statutory registration documents i.e Copies of PIN, VAT Reg., Cert. of Incorporation/Reg., Tax clearance certificate, Physical address and telephone contact.

2. Provide detailed organization profile

3. Demonstrate financial and organizational strengths by attaching audited accounts for the last two years.

4. Provide relevant experience in the field of PFM planning and implementation management.

5. Provide names and C.Vs of staff expected to undertake the assignment giving their qualifications.

6. Previous experience in Natural Resources or related field in Kenya is an asset.

N.B Shortlisted firms will be given T.O.Rs for submission of detailed proposals.

With this advertisement, the one that was advertised on 27th February, 2012 as request for proposal (RFP) No. KFS/MMMB/RFP/07/2011-2012 is now cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience caused to the applicants.

Interested and eligible firms may contact the Head Supply Chain Management, Kenya Forest Service for any clarification on the EOI.

Expression of interest must be delivered to the address below on or before 12.noon on 3rd April 2012 clearly marked, TENDER NO "KFS/MMMB/09/2011-2012; "EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO PREPARE AN ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF AFRICA PFM LEARNING" Do not open before 12.00 noon on 3rd April 2012.

Completed EOI documents should be addressed to:

Director

Kenya Forest Service

P.O. Box 30513 – 00100

Nairobi

Or be deposited in the tender box located at the ground floor reception area Kenya Forest Service Headquarters, off Kiambu Road on or before 3rd April 2012 at 12.noon. Late bids shall not be accepted. Expression of interest documents shall be opened immediately thereafter in the main boardroom in the presence of bidders who may choose to attend.

Kenya Forest Service reserves the right to accept or reject any or all the EOIs and is not bound to give reasons thereof.

D. K. Mbugua
Director

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KEMSA Customer Service Manager, Management Accountant and Financial Accountant Jobs in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:32 AM PDT

The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA)

Employment Opportunities in the Medical Supply Chain

The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) is a State Corporation established in 2000 with the mandate to Procure, Warehouse and Distribute medical commodities to over 6,000 public health facilities countrywide.

The Agency wishes to recruit competent staff to fill existing vacancies in various departments as outlined below:

1. Customer Service Manager

Grade SA3

Ref. No. CSM/HR/01/2012

Purpose Statement

Reporting to the Operations Director, the job holder will be responsible for ensuring continuous, timely and efficient supply of essential medical commodities to public health facilities in the country.

Responsible for sales and marketing of the KEMSA SSD commodities, training the health facilities
in rational drug use. He/she will also ensure that customers' needs and expectations are fully met.

Principal Accountabilities

To manage customer Service function;
To develop and implement customer service strategies;
To obtain and respond to feedback from Health Care personnel involved in drug management at Provincial, District and Rural Health Facilities on product requirements/performances and service levels;
Ensure service teams are properly trained in Policy and Procedures, customer service techniques; Product Knowledge and training on Rational drug use;
To relay relevant quality related information to Quality Assurance Manager;
To obtain monthly receipts, usage and stock holding for national health facilities;
Analyze and evaluate results on a monthly and quarterly basis, and take the necessary corrective action in order to achieve desired customer satisfaction levels;
Provide the relevant accurate input into the customer requirements forecasting process to ensure optimal inventory availability at all times including at customer facilities;
To establish and maintain good relationships with entire customer base.
Develop business plans for Customer Service department
Suggest product innovations as per customer requests and involve relevant sections of the Agency;
Preparing and implementation of performance management systems and achievement of set targets in the Agency.
Perform any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the Agency's objectives or as may be assigned by the management.

Qualification, knowledge, skills and experience required

The ideal candidate should have relevant University Degree in pharmacy, medicine or relevant medical/pharmaceutical sciences
Should possess a Postgraduate Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, sales and Marketing, Supplies Management or Strategic Management
Have a sound understanding of the public health sector
Be a person of high integrity, have good negotiating and problem solving skills and demonstrate ability to plan, coordinate and organize manpower and resources.

Personal attributes:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and verbally with external parties and senior managers.
Have good analytical and problem solving skills.
A self-starter with excellent organisational, planning, controlling and interpersonal skills.
Must be a person of high integrity.
Must be a team player.

2. Management Accountant

Grade SA4

Ref. No. MA/HR/01/2012

Purpose Statement

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this position will be charged with the following responsibilities:

Preparation of timely annual and quarterly management Accounts for presentation to management and the Board.
Ensure observance of financial/budgetary discipline and controls.
Organization and management of the Management accounting function.
Maintain and develop product costing systems.

Principal Accountabilities

Staff development and supervision.
Plan and control the day-to-day activities of the section to ensure that the information provided is accurate and timely.
Provide accurate and up-to-date product cost information so that product prices can be maintained at levels which will ensure that KEMSA profit targets are attained.
Prepare accurate, timely and cost effective management accounts and highlight variances from budget so that management and the Board can take effective action to improve operating performance.
Evaluate stock holdings and determine valuations which reflect accurate costs and conform to both the KEMSA and International Accounting guidelines and standards.
Liaise with Directors and senior managers regarding the establishment of effective information systems, recommending changes and developments to the Finance Manager and ICT Manager.
Ensure submission of depot financial returns.
Preparation of budgets and ensuring budgetary control.
Reviewing existing rates and tariffs to reflect competitive pricing of KEMSA products and services.
Ensuring that income tax and other relevant returns are accurately and promptly submitted as per KRA deadlines.
Supervise the stock control function, plan and implement cycle, annual and semi annual stock takes.
Undertake any other duty assigned by the Manager – Finance.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

The applicant must:

Have at least a first degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Economics from a recognised institution.
Must be a CPA (K) or related qualification.
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Good knowledge of large Application systems, and proficiency in the use of computer packages.
Must be a member of relevant accounting professional body.

Personal Attributes:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and verbally with external parties and senior managers.
Have good analytical and problem solving skills.
A self-starter with excellent organisational, planning, controlling and interpersonal skills.
Must be a person of high integrity.
Must be a team player.

3. Financial Accountant

Grade SA4

Ref. No. FA/HR/01/2012

Purpose Statement:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this position will be charged with the following responsibilities:

Ensure observance of financial discipline and controls.
Organization and management of the Financial accounting function.
Cashflow management.
Implement sound financial management policies and strategies.

Principal Accountabilities

Staff development and supervision.
Approval of payment and other vouchers subject to the set limits.
Updating of computer data posting batches and resolving mis-postings.
Establish and implement procedures and standards for financial reporting so that all KEMSA financial transactions are accurately and promptly recorded (SOPs).
Ensure all the cash sales and other receipts are promptly accounted for and banked in the authorized accounts.
Manage the credit control operation so that KEMSA promptly receives all its dues, and that outstanding credit is kept within targeted limits.
Investigate, monitor and assess the creditworthiness and financial soundness of the current and potential customers, recommending a suitable approach when it appears that problems might occur.
Investigate and recommend improvements to KEMSA's financial systems, credit and cash flow policies/procedures to contribute to sound management.
Preparation of financial statements and submission in accordance with the State Corporation Act, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
General ledger administration as a basis of preparing the financial statements.
Provide the liaison with external auditors in audit of draft accounts.
Oversee agency accounts in support of business.
Effective planning of the Agency cash flow.
Bank reconciliation and banking services coordination
Monitor and control KEMSA cash flow in accordance with established policy.
Managing fixed assets portfolio register.
Ensuring that the general ledger is accurately administered for integrity and accurate financial reports.
Perform any other duties assigned from time to time by manager Finance.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

The applicant must:

Have at least a first degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Economics from a recognised institution.
Must be a CPA (K) or related qualification.
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
Good knowledge of large Application systems, and proficiency in the use of computer packages.
Must be a member of relevant accounting professional body.

Personal attributes:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and verbally with external parties and senior managers.
Have good analytical and problem solving skills.
A self-starter with excellent organisational, planning, controlling and interpersonal skills.
Must be a person of high integrity.
Must be a team player.

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application together with copies of your certificates, detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting the respective reference number for the position being applied for so as to reach us on or before 6th April 2012 addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA)
13 Commercial Street, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 47715, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya

Any direct or indirect canvassing for these positions will lead to automatic disqualification of candidates.

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Office Manager and Personal Assistant to the Country Manager Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:30 AM PDT

Our client is a world leader with over 40 years experience in technology based innovation and products.

Their products & initiatives continually advance how people work and live.

Our client is now seeking an Office Manager and Personal Assistant to the Country Manager.

Based in the Nairobi Office, the person will report to the Admin Support Manager in Europe.

The person will manage the Nairobi office as well as manage the Country Manager's diary.

Key Responsibilities

General Office management Role:

Onboarding of new employees/ orientation
Maintaining for clean, orderly and safe working office environment, in charge of office security
Responsible for ordering of office supplies - stationery, drinks refreshments, office cleaning materials, fruits etc
Ensuring all office machinery is in proper working order
Ensuring that all the boardrooms are in working condition
Responsible for the server communication room
Asset management and tracking by keeping record of Laptop machines and printers in the office
Liaising with various suppliers by being the in- between the suppliers and Accounts Payable; raising the quarterly budgets and any invoice enquires.
Direct point of contact for supplier for Minor works/ repairs, HP supplier, Projector repairs/maintenance, office Security, IT network supplier, Landlord/ Letting Agent, Asset Manager

Personal Assistant to Country Manager Role:

Managing the Country Manager's Desk: Calendar, Scheduling & Coordination of appointments, Facilitating Travel & Logistical Coordination
Managing Mail correspondence & Calls on Country Manager's behalf
Maintaining an updated Filing system & Contact list of official & personal contacts
Day to day activities such as assisting with reception desk

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Office Management, Business Administration or related field
Computer literate- proficient in MS Office packages
At least 3 years relevant working experience as Office Manager and or PA

Skills & Knowledge

Strong oral, communication and inter personal skills
Responsible and resourceful manager with operational efficiency without direct supervision
Energetic, change oriented team player with mature, assertive and diplomatic outlook

How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please apply via our Careers page on www.altimaafrica.com.

Deadline for application is 22nd March 2012.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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Administration and Financial Manager Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:29 AM PDT

Our company is looking for an Asian / Indian administration and financial manager to be based in Nairobi.

Requirements;

CPA (K) or equivalent
5 years experience in a busy accounting environment preferably in the service sector
Ability to compile final company and group accounts

Email your CV and application letter to hr@midlandsglobal.net

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Reelforge PHP Developer Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:28 AM PDT

Job Description

The PHP Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Reelforge applications clients utilising in depth PHP and MySQL skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

Building and maintenance of core PHP based applications.
To design and develop relational database systems and their web interfaces.
To assist the Technical Director in the planning of overall company strategy regarding web development .
To monitor web server and site technical performance

Skills / Attributes Required

Previous PHP programming experience
Strong database knowledge, specifically MySQL knowledge.
Experience of the full software development life cycle: from requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery
Commercial experience in Web Application development and / or software development .
Good knowledge of the Linux command line essential.
Front-end development including jQuery (desirable, not essential).
Understanding of Ajax (desirable, not essential).
Enthusiasm and an interest in all things technology
A flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualification

Bachelors of Computer Science or Equivalent Degree or Experience.

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Personnel and Administrative Manager Job in Kenya

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:26 AM PDT

We are a well established Risk management and loss prevention company seeking to recruit an experienced and dedicated individual to join the team in the capacity of a Human Resource and Administrative Manager.

This position will be reporting to the C.E.O.

Position Purpose:

The holder of this position will assist in the overall management and administration of the human resources function to ensure achievement of business objectives through a motivated workforce as well as ensuring compliance with employment legislature.

Performance Responsibilities:

Manage and supervise the day-to-day Human Resources and Administration Department operations
Develop, implement and monitor human resource management policies and procedures including performance management system and process for the company.
Manage full-life cycle recruitment activities to include: posting job vacancy announcements, pre-screening candidates, scheduling interviews, identify recruitment sources, initiating background investigations, and facilitating the offer process.
Plan and conduct new employee orientation and exit interviews.
Undertake talent management activities that involve development of relevant policies and procedures, identifying and managing training and development needs of employees.
Consult with assigned leadership team members to effectively deploy and utilize human capital to align human resources initiatives with the company's strategic plan.
Provide expert consultation to enhance organizational effectiveness and provide guidance and leadership on: the talent management process, performance management, salary administration; and change management-design.
To advise the Directorate proposals to handle the problem areas of Organization and Administrative-HR.
To advise the Directorate on building organizational structure and administration of the company.
Partner with leadership in building and sustaining employer-employee relationships to increase productivity, motivation and morale.
Manage the prevention and resolution of problems involving individuals that arise out of or affect work situations and administer the employee disciplinary process in accordance to the guidelines established by the company.
Employees annual leave management and scheduling.
Coordinate and oversee staff relocation process to ensure a smooth transition.
Managing and maintain all staff records

Job Requirements

Currently working as an admin/HR manager with a minimum of 5 years progressive experience in a generalist role managing over 200 employees.
Prior experience with staffing, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, and training responsibilities required.
Excellent knowledge of Employment Labour Laws.
Ensure quality recruiting
Integrity

Key skills and Competencies

Excellent verbal and written communications skills, Strong organizational skills, Outstanding interpersonal, coaching and listening skills
Ability to resolve HR and employee related issues and situations by looking at all options and thinking outside of the box to identify most appropriate solution.
Negotiation skills
Team player
Leadership skills
Ability to manage complex priorities
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

How to apply:

Should you meet the above requirements, please submit your application including a detailed CV, daytime telephone contact, current and expected remuneration and three professional referees to: recruitment@omegariskmngt.com

Application Deadline: Midday 26th March, 2012

Do not attach copies of your certificates/testimonials

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Sharepoint Developer Job Vacancy

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:25 AM PDT

Urgent Job Vacancy

Email your application to aska.wairimu@yahoo.com

Immediate shortlisting

Title: Sharepoint Developer

Location: Brisbane, Australia

Job Type: Permanent, Immediate

Job Description:

The primary responsibilities for this position will be the development of SharePoint Applications on ECMS platform.

This will require the following job functions for the successful candidate.

Clearly identify requirements and technical feasibility of a project.
Understand and formulate custom, client specific solutions including where necessary integration of third party packages.
Ensure quality of technical solution through regular checkpoints and reviews.
Support multiple project managers with technical advice and expertise in guiding the project team to success.
Develop road mapping including impact analysis and the researching of new opportunities.
Work with platform / infrastructure experts to identify a project solution and a sizing and optimization methodology and assist in the evolution of project plans and methodologies.
Provide expertise, lead technical meetings, and communicate effectively with different development teams and departments
Prepare detailed flow charts and diagrams outlining systems capabilities and processes.
Work with client and the customer's appropriate IT organization to setup the systems and insure we meet standards, data security, and data integrity.
Work with our sales and marketing people to customize the application for each customer including data structure, interfaces, initial reports, data entry, and graphics.
Travel to the customer's site for meetings with local sales people and the customer to define the customer view of the solution.
Manage the other Performance Point & SharePoint developers to ensure application success.
Develop training modules in conjunction with client Training Department for different users on Performance Point and SharePoint.
Manage/Develop various end-user reports and displays using the application.
Manage/Develop web displays (either internally or externally) that meet the needs of the end-user.

Skills Required

Has good programming, code development, code debugging and testing and troubleshooting skills,
Strong understanding of Design Patterns and Object Oriented Programming
Has at least 5 years of hands-on experience in developing and maintaining .NET applications,
Experience with C#, VB.Net, ASP.Net.Net 4, WPF and WCF
Experienced in working in a multicultural environment,
Candidate requires 3+ years developing applications using Visual Studio.NET, SharePoint Designer, or web/user interface development, including the design and implementation of custom web parts using Silverlight.
Relevant Microsoft Training/Certifications preferred (MCTS, MCPD)
Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2010;
Microsoft SQL Server 2008\2008 R2
3 or more years of experience with .NET framework, especially C#, and ASP.NET 2.0\3.x\4.0, JavaScript

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IYCN Survey Consultant Job Vacancy - Terre des hommes (Lausanne)

Posted: 20 Mar 2012 06:18 AM PDT

IYCN Survey Consultant Required

Terre des hommes (Lausanne) is advertising for the recruitment of an IYCN Survey Consultant for the duration of approximately one month from 29th March 2012.

The IYCF Consultant is requested to support Tdh in the implementation of the IYCF KAP survey, part of Tdh's Health and Nutrition project in Lagdera District (Garissa County), Kenya.

The Consultant will carry out the survey tasks in close collaboration with the national team of fieldworkers assigned by Tdh and the Ministry of Health (MoH).

The IYCF Consultant will conduct her/his duties in respect of the charter of Terre des hommes (Tdh) and within the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, including the Tdh Child Protection Policy.

Tdh expects the professional conduct of its employees and contractors to reflect proper behaviour in accordance with local culture and the traditions.

The Consultant agrees to ensure the moral protection of the name of Tdh and defends in all circumstances the interests of the movement.

The Consultant will direct her/his activities and engagements without political, racial or religious affiliation.

Requirements:

Please forward your CV with relevant experience in IYCN surveys and other relevant nutrition surveys to the below email. Include also your consultancy rate.

Deadline: 22nd March 2012

Contact: hpm.ke@tdh.ch

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