Thursday, June 24, 2010

Telemarketers Jobs in Kenya


Do you have an excellent command of spoken English with polished refined accent?

Our client, in the BPO/ Call Centre Industry, is in the process of increasing their outbound telesales team, servicing international clients.

Reporting to the Team Leader, you will be responsible for:
  • Maintaining and developing relationships with existing and potential customers via telephone and email.
  • Acting as a direct contact between the company and its existing and potential markets.
  • Gaining clear understanding of the customer’s requirements.
  • Ensuring all marketing opportunities are effectively translated into sales.
  • Allowing the client’s to feel an excellent business relationship has been developed and rapport has been established, leaving all the doors open for future business.
Skills and competencies
  • Enthusiastic, tenacious and self motivated
  • Strong marketing skills (phone based)
  • Strong communication skills- verbal and written
  • Polished/refined English accent.
  • Outstanding business relationship - building skills
  • Outstanding listening skills
Candidates with disabilities encouraged to apply

Interested?

Call us for a voice test from Wednesday 23rd June 2010 between 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm only.

Call: 020 2500211 OR 020 2712469

Sales and Marketing Representative Job: Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP)


Position: Sales and Marketing Representative - Women’s Economic Empowerment Department

Key Responsibilities:

A detailed job description will be provided during the interview

However the main task shall be: Developing marketing strategies that will help establish sustainable market outlets, and undertaking actual hard sales for products and services generated by WRAP’s IGA Project.

Requirements – Education and Expertise: Ideal candidate should be between 28 and 35 years of age; have a sales and marketing diploma from a recognized institution; have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; have experience in door-to-door sales within Nairobi, experience working with communities will be an added advantage; be computer literate; have a valid and clean driving license, with a minimum of 5 years actual driving; and be willing to travel and interact with the market within Kenya.

The successful candidate remuneration will be on a fixed salary and commission basis.

Interested persons should send their applications and detailed CV’s, including daytime telephone contact, expected salary, and names of 3 referees by Thursday 29th June 2010 to:

WRAP’s IGA Project,
P.O. Box 3006-00200,

Or via e-mail to jobs.wrapkenya@gmail.com

Country Security Manager: British American Tobacco (BAT) Jobs in Kenya


Outstanding People Make the Difference

We are recruiting…

British American Tobacco is the world's most international tobacco group, present in more than 180 markets. Our vision is to lead the tobacco industry through growth, productivity and embedding the principles of corporate responsibility.

Job Title: Country Security Manager
Location: Kenya
Direct Reporting to: Area Security Manager (based in Nairobi)

Requirement Overview:

To provide a continuous, co-ordinated and comprehensive security service, of the highest quality, ensuring that threats to company personnel, assets and business operations & activities within the Country are properly identified, evaluated and countered in a timely, cost effective and pro-active manner.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate the risk management process in the business through coordination of risk management meetings by leadership teams, formulation and testing of contingency plans, review and updating of the security element of contingency plans throughout the Company.

1. Advise the person responsible for security, on an ongoing basis, depending on:
  • The current security situation, including criminal trends, in the country as a whole.
  • Any specific threats to company personnel, assets, information, business operations and activities, as soon as these are known.
  • The general security threats to company personnel (including families and visitors), assets, information, business operations and activities (including the distribution chain), and of any changes in the threat as soon as this occurs.
  • Cost effective, timely and appropriate measures to counter threats to security.
  • The implementation of Group Security Policy, Common Platforms, Best Practice, and Guidance Notes.
2. Advise:
  • Company management, on the appropriate security measures, so as to ensure that standards are maintained consistent with actual or potential threat levels.
  • Senior Managers on the technical standards of security and the quality of professional expertise required throughout the Company, including that required for office and residential accommodation, and provide security assistance where necessary.
3. Formulate, propose, implement and revise when necessary, the security policy for the Company.

4. Assist with the establishment and maintenance of a suitable ‘Security Overlay' for the Company, in accordance with specified Best Practice.

5. Formulate, direct and supervise security policies and procedures for the protection of:
  • Company personnel, families and visitors (especially international assignees),
  • Products in respect of their manufacture, storage and distribution,
  • Company assets, information, property and business operations activities.
6. Ensure that a report, in standard format, is submitted monthly to the Area Security Manager.

7. Ensure that security procedures within the company are according to Company Policies and Best Practice.

8. Adequately protect Company personnel, assets, business operations and activities, intellectual property and business information.

9. Develop and maintain the professional standards and effectiveness of all subordinate security staff, including contractors and consultants by conducting such inspections and reviews as are necessary for this purpose.

10. Control the functions of other security personnel, employees and contractors and those in other functions with security responsibilities so as to provide a properly co-ordinated and cost effective service.

11. Provide briefings for international staff & visitors on security issues on arrival and on the security situations prevailing in other ‘High Risk’ countries prior to them travelling to these countries.

12. Conduct any security enquiry, investigation and survey or review in relation to any aspect of security. The aims of such enquiry, investigation and survey/review being to determine what happened, identify any weaknesses, draw appropriate and supportable conclusions and make recommendations to prevent any recurrence.

13. Devise and co-ordinate appropriate specialist security training for nominated employees.

14. Compile, agree and manage budgets for the department.

Skills and Experience:
  • Must be a mature individual, with experience in corporate security management.
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of the company, its operations and aims.
  • Possess good communication skills in English, capable of issuing clear written and verbal orders.
  • Be capable of developing & exploiting sources of information to obtain and collate detail on all threats or potential threats to the Company.
  • Must have the ability to produce timely, accurate, detailed and concise written reports & reviews.
  • Must have a detailed knowledge of all aspects of physical and electronic security; specifically, locks, building security, control of access procedures, perimeter protection, the use of Close Circuit Television (CCTV) and Intruder Detection Systems (IDS).
  • Must keep abreast of current trends and techniques in the security field and disseminate such knowledge to relevant personnel within the company.
  • Must be capable of commanding a contracted in-house guard force.
  • Should be capable of carrying out and managing effective investigations involving breaches of security and security incidents.
  • Be able to prepare, conduct and record interviews.
  • Understand the principles involved in the protection of Company information, and the measures/procedures required to achieve this.
  • Have the ability to provide a security input to contingency plans.
Equity Statement: British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer

General: The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate

NB: Interested applicants should provide easily accessible telephone numbers for easy communication.

To apply: email eahrservicecentre@bat.com with the subject line Company Security Manager by latest 9th July 2010

Kingdom of Morocco and Republic of Egypt Government Scholarships 2010/2011


Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

Kingdom of Morocco and Republic of Egypt Government Scholarships 2010/2011

The Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Egypt are offering scholarships to Kenyan as shown below:

Country: Egypt
No: Eighteen (18)
Level: Undergraduate
Courses:
  • Arabic(5)
  • Information Technology
  • Law
  • Economics
  • Nursing
Country: Morocco
No: Twenty (20)
Level: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
Courses:
  • Engineering
  • Medicine
Eligibility

(a) Undergraduate:
  • Minimum KCSE mean grade of B (Plain) with a minimum of grade ‘B’ in the cluster combination for the course applied for.
  • Not more than 23 years of age.
  • Only those candidates who completed secondary education in the last 3 years and have KCSE original certificate need apply.
(b) Postgraduate

Eligible candidates are only those who:
  • Are serving the country in the public sector.
  • Completed two (2) years of continuous service since their last degree studies
  • Graduated in the last ten (10) years
  • Are below 34 years for Masters and 44 years old for PhD Programmes.
  • For Masters degree application one must have attained either 1st Class or Second Upper Class Honors from a recognized university
  • For PhD studies application one must be a holder of a Masters degree with good grades from a recognized university
Application Procedure

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702 or Provincial Technical Training Offices.

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

Candidates for postgraduate studies should submit their application forms through their heads of departments (HODS).

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, Transcripts, Birth Certificate, School Leaving Certificate and other testimonials should be sent or delivered to:

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

The application should reach the Ministry not later than 30th June, 2010.

A. K. Sila (Mrs)
For: Permanent Secretary

Social Worker job: Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Kenya Program Jobs


The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Kenya Program is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position: Social Worker

Based in Dadaab Refugee Camp

The Social Worker shall be responsible for social work including community mobilization, case assessments and management for refugees in the Dadaab Refugee Camp.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Work with and support community-based institutions on social and rights issues.
  • Carry out social assessment to establish needs and form relevant supporting groups in accordance with the rights based approach.
  • Work with refugee leaders and committees to ensure that mechanisms are established to address human rights, promote gender equity and inclusion of minority and vulnerable persons.
  • Facilitate inter-agency referral process as well as carry out follow up and feedback on referred cases.
  • Organize and coordinate meetings/forums to enable active participation of project beneficiaries.
  • Documentation of project activities including compilation of weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Develop tools to be used for monitoring and reporting on groups’ progress.
Requirements:
  • Must possess a minimum of Diploma in Community Development or Social Work and at least two years experience in field work with broad knowledge on beneficiary targeting.
  • Excellent communication skills with high level of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Experience working in Dadaab or similar challenging environment and knowledge of the local Somali language will be an advantage.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit applications to drcjobskenya@gmail.com, clearly indicating “Social Worker” as the subject heading.

Application must include CV and a cover letter explaining your motivation and why we should consider you for the post.

For a complete job description with a full description of the position and requirements, you may write to info.drc.hoa@gmail.com.

Do not send applications to info.drc.hoa@gmail.com.

The deadline for receiving applications is Friday July 2nd , 2010.

Othaya Boys High School Librarian Job Vacancy


We wish to recruit a suitable qualified librarian to manage our school library.

The ideal candidate should meet the following conditions
  • Should have a minimum of certificate in librarianship
  • Must be computer literate
  • Should have experience in managing an institutional library
Interested candidates should apply in their own handwriting and attach copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials so as to reach the undersigned on or before 15/7/2010

The Principal
Othaya Boys High School
P. O. Box 64 – 10106
Othaya

Kenya Forestry Research Institute Jobs in Kenya


The Kenya Forestry Research Institute is a state corporation mandated to undertake research and development in forestry and disseminate research findings.

The Institute is located at Muguga about 22km off Nairobi – Naivasha road.

The Institute is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions:-

1. Communication and Public Relations Officer

Duties and Responsibilities include:
  • To enhance internal and external communication through various communication pathways
  • Profiling KEFRI through positive editorial content and broadcasting KEFRI business, social and community events;
  • Providing the proactive links with all stakeholders to generate goodwill and influence corporate image and productivity;
  • Assist in implementing the Institute’s customer charter, customer satisfaction surveys and reputation index, to enhance and maintain appropriate customer service;
  • Manage content generation and regular update for corporate website and internet;
  • Produce speeches, briefing notes, presentations and other communication material for the spokespeople in various forums; and
Qualifications
  • Masters degree/post graduate diploma in Mass Communication/ Communication Studies/ Journalism/Public Relation or any other related discipline.
  • At least three (3) years relevant experience in busy organization.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Computer skills
2. Pensions Manager

Duties and Responsibilities include:
  • Preparing and attending all Trustees’ meetings including Annual General Meetings.
  • Processing benefits for members and beneficiaries of the Fund.
  • Liaising with the Fund Administrators and Investment Managers to ensure timely compliance with Statutory and Trustees requirements.
  • Maintenance and update of members records.
  • Management of Trustees disbursement Account.
Qualifications
  • A degree in Social Sciences or related sciences
  • At lease two (2) years experience in Pension Scheme management
  • CPA Part II or Diploma in Business Management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Be computer literate
An attractive salary package would be offered to successful candidates.

Other benefits include; House Allowance, Medical Allowance, Leave Allowance, contributory pensions scheme, Group Life Insurance and Group Personal Accident Insurance.

Applicants should enclose copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, current salary package, names and addresses of two(2) referees one of which should be the current employer.

Those working in Civil Service and Parastatals should forward their application through their head of department/institution.

Written applications should be sent to:-

The Director
Kenya Forestry Research Institute
P.O. Box 20412 – 00200
Nairobi

So as to reach not later than 7th July 2010.

Applicants who do not receive any communication from the Institute should consider their applications unsuccessful.

System & Network Administrator: Kenyaweb Jobs in Nairobi


Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Installation, maintenance, and support of Windows servers (2003, 2007,2008, 2008R2).
  • Management of changes and problems related to Operating Systems, Linux, and SQL Server database. Knowledge of ZIMBRA, virtual Exim, and surge mail, is an added advantage
  • Installation and support of wired, wireless, Local / Wide Area Networks
  • Proactively identifying customer business problems/opportunities and recommending solutions
  • Flexibility to adapt to and a willingness to learn and teach new technologies.
Desired Profile:
  • Should have excellent skills in managing the System Administration & Networking related activities.
  • Possess excellent verbal and written English language skills.
  • Possess excellent communications skills, particularly when working with non-technical personnel.
  • Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
  • Strong orientation to customer satisfaction and ISP environment is an added advantage
  • Strong sense of personal integrity and able to lead a team of Engineers.
  • Attention to detail and persistent.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Personal accountability and ownership for areas of responsibility
  • Willingness to promote and exhibit team-oriented behavior
Qualification:
  • Degree in Computer Science
  • Certifications in Microsoft technologies (MCSE, MCSA, MCP…etc), CCNA
Wage/Salary: Will be discussed
Start: Immediate
Duration: Continuous
Type: Full Time

Interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their applications (addressed to the Human Resource Officer) together with an updated CV and copies of relevant credentials, current address, telephone number and names of at least three referees, current and expected remuneration with their telephone contact to: hr@kenyaweb.com by 28th June, 2010.

Due to the number of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

YU Products Direct Sales Representatives


A client of ours who is a key distributor of YU products i.e. lines and Airtime is looking for Sales Executives who are energetic and willing to grow.

Requirements
  • Should have through knowledge of Nairobi and its environs
  • Should have ample experience selling Airtime and lines and would be required to hit the ground running without much training of the product
  • High levels of integrity
  • Should be go getters, foot soldiers and will be required to meet targets
Please send your CV’s ONLY to monica@myjobseye.com not later than Tuesday the 29th of June clearly stating your Current and Expected Salary.

Indicate the position on the subject line.

Regional Associate Director of Finance/Kenya: Academy for Educational Development (AED) Jobs


AED is a nonprofit organization working globally to improve education, health, civil society and economic development--the foundation of thriving societies.

Closing date: 30 Jul 2010
Location: Kenya

The Regional Associate Director (AD) of Finance will work from one of the established AED home base offices within Asia, Africa, or Latin America, and will travel (not to exceed 60%) to projects within their established region.

The AED HQ Office of the CFO will provide direct supervision, and support. The Regional AD of Finance will implement AED's established financial monitoring tools, will prioritize/implement recommendations that surface, and develop tailored training for local finance staff.

The Regional AD of Finance will provides hands on technical support in general accounting, budgeting, financial monitoring, asset management, and procurement standards.

Develop/implement a standard operating procedure manuals, and will participate in the selection process of project financial staff.

How to apply
  • Bachelors required plus a minimum of 15 year(s) of relevant experience required;
  • Working knowledge of U.S. Government Awards, and specifically the auditing, and contracting standards as they apply to effective management of multi-year funds (FAR, AIDAR, OMB).;
  • Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting, budgeting, and fiscal control theory and practice;
  • Working knowledge of procurement standards, practices, and application in a transparent environment;
  • Working knowledge of US Government cost, procurement principles to include A-122, A-133, and 22CFR.
Background Check required.

Interested applicants should send resume with cover letter referencing position #KN10124 to email regionalfinance@aed.org

We thank all individuals for their interest in AED, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Cardno Emerging Markets USA Qualified Consultants Jobs


About Cardno
Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. is part of Cardno’s Emerging Markets Division with international development assistance companies in Brussels, Oxford, Melbourne, Colombo, Jakarta, Port Moresby, Nairobi and Washington, DC. Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. was formerly Emerging Markets Group, Ltd. and has a 25-year history serving the US government’s foreign assistance objectives.
The new Emerging Markets Division brings together a broad range of experience and talent; a rich history of innovation, passion and commitment to international development and an established reputation for high quality demand and client driven services.
Cardno’s Emerging Markets Division manages more than US $500 million of technical assistance contracts, brings together over 90 years of collective experience and engages over 3,000 professionals in more than 100 countries. Cardno’s Emerging Markets Division currently implements over 70 projects globally.
Cardno Emerging Markets USA Ltd., (Cardno) is seeking short-term experts for the upcoming USAID-funded Transition Initiative for Somalia (TIS) program.
Civil Engineer
Qualifications

  • Degree in civil engineering or a related field with expertise in at least one of the following areas:
    • Vertical structures
    • Road rehabilitation
    • Water and sanitation
    • Irrigation
    • Oversight for design review, inspection, and quality assurance/quality control of engineering work
  • Experience on USAID projects desirable
  • Work experience in East Africa and/or conflict countries preferred
  • Must be able to travel to Somalia
  • Fluency in English and Somali required
If interested and qualified for this position, please send your CV to consultants@cardno.co.ke indicate “Engineers-TIS” in the subject line of your email for prompt consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by June 30, 2010.
To know more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA Ltd., visit http://www.cardnoem.com/
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in Business Administration, economics, or other relevant field
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems for small grant activities
  • Demonstrated experience in assessing and evaluating the quality and impact of individual program activities.
  • Experience with donor-funded projects (preferably USAID)
    • Work experience in East Africa and/or conflict countries preferred
    • Must be able to travel to Somalia
    • Fluency in English and Somali required
If interested and qualified for this position, please send your CV to consultants@cardno.co.ke indicate “M&E-Somalia” in the subject line of your email for prompt consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by June 2010.
To know more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd., visitwww.cardno.com/emergingmarkets
Procurement Specialists
Qualifications
  • Degree in relevant field
  • 5+ years of experience in procurement of commodities and services required
  • Procurement experience with grants under contracts, including procurement of in-kind grants
  • Experience on USAID projects preferred
    • Familiarity with commodity management tracking systems a plus
    • Work experience in East Africa and/or conflict countries preferred
    • Must be able to travel to Somalia
    • Fluency in English and Somali required
If interested and qualified for this position, please send your CV to consultants@cardno.co.ke indicate “Procurement-Somalia” in the subject line of your email for prompt consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by June 30, 2010.
To know more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd., visit www.cardno.com/emerging markets.
Grants Specialists
Qualifications
  • Degree in a relevant field
  • 3+ years of experience in administering/managing grants, including in kind grants
  • Demonstrated experience in analyzing grant applications, ensuring adherence with established policies
  • Experience with donor-funded projects (preferably USAID)
    • Work experience in East Africa and/or conflict countries preferred
    • Must be able to travel to Somalia
    • Fluency in English and Somali required
If interested and qualified for this position, please send your CV to consultants@cardno.co.ke indicate “Grants-Somalia” in the subject line of your email for prompt consideration. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by June 30, 2010. To know more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd., visit www.cardno.com/emergingmarkets.

Education, HR, Training and Business Operations Professionals Job Vacancies


An exciting new educational project aims to build thousands of schools in deprived areas of Kenya, providing low cost, high quality primary education to hundreds of thousands of children.
The project operates an innovative business franchise model geared to the needs of poor families and is now looking for motivated and talented people to spearhead their rapid expansion.
These hands-on positions demand drive and passion and offer a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference.
Head of Instruction
Ref: BA/HI/TB/1
This is a very senior post for an educational superstar with substantial experience in the design and development of detailed curriculums, large-scale teacher training programmes, teacher support and oversight tools, and detailed classroom management guidelines.
You will be part of the small senior management team and have responsibility for upgrading all of the instructional components of the company’s unique ‘School in a Box’ system. You must have strong management experience and experience in scaling up instructional systems to serve large numbers of students, teachers and institutions.
Manager, Curriculum Development

Ref: BA/DCD/TB/2
The successful candidate for this post will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of world class quality education, managing the production of the curriculum and ensuring that it is written and edited to ensure effective classroom delivery.
This includes leading a team of writers while personally contributing to the production of teaching scripts,
exercises, homework assignments and assessments. You must have several years experience in the specialised techniques of Direct Instruction is a plus. An appropriate educational qualification is important.
Manager, Teacher Training
Ref: BA/DTT/TB/6
Teachers for company schools are recruited from the local community and may have no previous teaching experience. This position takes responsibility for developing training methodologies and materials and for hands-on training of new teachers.
The number of teachers will grow exponentially and the successful candidate must be able to scale up the training operations to cover thousands of people in multiple locations. You must have direct experience in developing and using scripted educational training materials, tools, systems and experiential learning approaches as well as evaluation assessments.
Training Manager, Operations
Ref: BA/DSO/TB/3
The schools are operated according to detailed guidelines provided as manuals to school managers who are employed from the local community. This position takes responsibility for developing training methodologies and materials and for hands-on training of school managers in the company’s unique operating procedures.
Since the number of schools will escalate rapidly, the successful candidate needs to be proficient in devising scalable approaches to training large numbers of people in multiple locations. Your background will be in corporate job skills training where you can show a track record of significant achievements. You will be fully up to date with participatory learning techniques, materials development and direct instruction.
Head of Human Resources and Recruiting
Ref: BA/HHR/TB/4
This is a senior, hands-on position for an experienced HR practitioner with at least five years solid experience in managing the hiring processes in large scale business operations. You will have a firm understanding of the HR needs of a fast growing business and its people as well as a ability to implement the necessary systems and processes.
The success of the project demands that it be HR driven, with a professional HQ support team leading field operations with teachers and school managers recruited from the poor communities where schools are located.
Field Operations Officers
Ref: BA/SO/TB/5
This post takes responsibility for supervising the operations of a cluster of schools, offering guidance and support to School Managers and teachers including operational, financial and instructional oversight, while providing an essential link between the field and HQ.
Your experience should be in field supervision of business operations or in mentoring small business entrepreneurs or supervision of educational institutions although your experience may not be specifically educational. You must be a team player and a great communicator. Involvement in slum projects would be an advantage.
How to Apply
Please follow these instructions carefully or your application may be rejected. Forward your application by e-mail, indicating your chosen position and its reference in the subject line. Attach your CV with full details of your work experience and qualifications. Please include your present salary and availability. DO NOT attach scanned images.
Please do not apply for more than one position. Only candidates meeting our requirements will be contacted and will be required to undergo competency testing as well as interviewing.
Full job descriptions can be accessed by following the links on www.tackafrica.com orwww.byappointmentafrica.com.
Please forward all applications to edujobs@tackafrica.com.

Inter University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) Jobs in Kampala Uganda


1.     Assistant Internal Auditor
2.     Assistant Programmes and Projects Officer
3.     Assistant Quality Assurance Officer
4.     Assistant Administrative Officer
5.     Secretary
The Inter University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) is one of the strategic institutions of the East Affican Community (EAC). IUCEA is located in Kampala, Uganda. It is charged with a number of responsibilities, among them being to coordinate academic and research activities jointly undertaken by Partner States and Member Universities.
It has current membership of 76 Universities (private and public) in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda.
After its revitalization in 2000, it embarked on a number of activities in the areas of academic and research engagements in Partner States and Member Universities. In fulfilling its mandate, it is guided by a Rolling Strategic Plan (2006/11) and the Inter-University Council for East Africa Act 2009.

From 2010, the Council has moved into the next phase of activities with particular focus being on the Quality Assurance issues, Internationalization of Higher Education, and the relationship between Higher Education Institutions and private sector entities.
In order to fulfill the current mandate and to position the Council to meet all its objectives and planned activities, IUCEA now wishes to recruit four middle management officers and one Secretary at the Secretariat.
Applications for the post of Assistant Programmes and Projects Officer, Assistant Internal Auditor, Assistant Administrative Officer and Assistant Quality Assurance Officer are invited from qualified individuals from the Republic of Burundi and the Republic of Rwanda. Applications for the post of Secretary are invited from qualified individuals from the Republic of Uganda.
Assistant Internal Auditor
Job Scale P3
Function: The job of the Assistant Internal Auditor will be to assist the functions of the Internal Audit unit of the Secretariat. The purpose of the Internal Audit is to provide independent objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the Secretariat’s operations.
It helps the Secretariat to achieve its objectives by bringing systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk  management, control and accountability processes. It provides assurance services as to whether the Secretariat risk management control and Governance processes are designed and presented by management for effective and efficient realization of the Council mandate.
Key duties and responsibilities:
To assist the Internal Audit in the performance of the following duties:
  • Initiating and maintaining internal audit and control systems for effective utilization of Council resources;
  • Coordination of internal and external auditors annual and interim audits;
  • Supporting the development and maintenance of risk management strategy of the Secretariat;
  • Preparation of the periodic reports to the Audit Committee of the Executive Committee;
  • Ensuring compliance to the financial, procurement, administrative and personnel policies and procedures;
  • Conducting adhoc and special internal audit of systems and financial transactions;
  • Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.
Experience and Professional Qualifications:
  • Should be a holder of a Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting option) or equivalent from a recognized University;
  • Should possess part II of professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA and CIA;
  • Should have at least 3 years relevant working experience in a reputable institution.
Other related skills:
  • Working knowledge of international audit standards and procedures;
  • Knowledge in report writing;
  • Communication skills;
  • Planning and organizational skills;
  • Capacity to undertake multiple assignments;
  • Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications.
Assistant Programmes and Projects Officer
Job Scale P3
Function: The job of the Assistant Programmes and Projects Officer will be to assist the functions of the Programmes and Projects unit of the Secretariat. The functions of the Programmes and Projects unit are to develop, coordinate, monitor, evaluate and provide feedback through multimedia information systems as well as administering activities and events relevant to IUCEA Programmes and Projects areas,
Key duties and responsibilities:
To assist the Programmes and Projects Officer in the performance of following duties:
  • Coordinating activities for resource mobilization for Programmes and Projects;
  • Organizing programmes and projects meetings;
  • Preparing information for appropriate packaging for dissemination;
  • Identifying potential programmes and projects for development in the context of Higher Education.
  • Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.
Experience and Professional Qualifications:
  • Should be a holder of at least a Bachelors degree from a recognize university;
  • Will have a 3 years experience in Projects Management, Research and Quality Management.
Other related skills:
  • Knowledge in report writing;
  • Communication skills;
  • Planning and organizational skills;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Capacity to undertake multiple assignments;
  • Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications.
Assistant Quality Assurance Officer
Job Scale P2
Function: The job of the Assistant Quality Assurance Officer will be to assist the functions of the Quality Assurance unit at the Secretariat. The purpose of the Quality Assurance unit is to provide strategic and effective leadership, management and direction of IUCEA Quality Assurance initiatives and processes to enhance a viable Quality Assurance regime in East African universities in accordance with the expanded mandate in the IUCEA Act 2009 and Strategic Plan.
Key duties and responsibilities:
To assist the Quality Assurance Officer in the performance of following duties:
  • Promoting Quality Assurance and maintenance of International standards;
  • Preparation and coordination of regular meetings by IUCEA and Member universities to address Quality Assurance matters;
  • Coordination of the activities of the IUCEA Quality Assurance Regional Committee;
  • Coordination of the development and implementation of Quality Assurance initiatives among IUCEA Member Universities;
  • Coordination of regular meetings by IUCEA and Member Universities to address Quality Assurance matters;
  • Keeping abreast with relevant Quality Assurance initiatives, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Quality Assurance practices;
  • Database management on quality assurance including regular update of quality assurance website;
  • Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.
Experience and Professional Qualifications:
  • Should be a holder of at least Master’s degree in any field from a recognized University;
  • Should have at least 4 years experience working in a reputable institution;
  • Experience in Higher Education sector Quality Assurance matters will be an added advantage.
Other related skills:
  • Knowledge in report writing;
  • Communication skills;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Planning and organizational skills;
  • Capacity in managing several assignments within the same period;
  • Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications.
Assistant Administrative Officer
Job Scale P3
Function: The job of the Assistant Administrative Officer is to assist the functions of the Administration unit. These functions include the support services namely; Administrative, Human Resources and Procurement to the IUCEA Secretariat.
Key duties and responsibilities:
To assist the Administrative Officer in the performance of following duties:
  • Administration of the procurement process;
  • Administration of both Estates and Transport management;
  • General Administration and Office Management;
  • Administration and Records Management of the Institution;
  • Conferencing (Event Management);
  • Administration of Human Resources functions namely, Recruitment (Organization Development), Staffing, Training and Development, Employee Relations & Staff Welfare, and Retirement;
  • Preparation of administrative information on IUCEA activities and disseminate the same to relevant offices;
  • Facilitation the implementation of Performance Evaluation Process (PEP), including the mid-year performance reviews;
  • Obtaining work permit ( entry permits) and duty free processes for concerned Staff;
  • Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.
Experience and Professional Qualifications:
  • Should be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree (Administration or Human Resources Management) or equivalent from a recognized University;
  • Experience in Procurement policies and procedures will be an added advantage.
  • Should have at least 3 years experience working in a reputable
Other related skills
  • Administrative and Human Resources Management experience;
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to organize and lead others;
  • Drafting and reporting skills;
  • Communication skills;
  • Planning and organizational skills;
  • Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications.
Secretary
Job Scale T1
Function: The job of the Secretary is to perform Secretarial and Office Management functions of the Secretariat.
Key duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assisting in editing, type setting and formatting official documents;
  • Taking dictation and typing out letters, reports, speeches and memos and correspondences from all departments;
  • Office and records management;
  • Handling incoming and out going communication;
  • Handling photocopying of official documents and letters;
  • Perform any other duties that may be assigned to you by the Executive Secretary and other superior officers.
Experience and Academic Qualifications:
  • A holder of a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized university;
  • Should have at least 3 years experience working in a busy office;
  • Should have short hand and typing speed of 100/120 and 50/60 words per minute respectively.
Other related skills:
  • Communication skills;
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and Organizational skills;
  • Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications.
Tenure and Salary: As per the Inter-University Council for East Africa Act of 2009, the successful applicants for these posts will serve on a contract of five (5) years which is mutually renewable subject to satisfactory performance.
A comprehensive remuneration package commensurate with the Diplomatic and/or Professional status of the post will be offered to the suitable candidate. Additional details on these may be obtained from the undersigned.
Submission Guidelines
Applicants who meet the above criteria should submit six (6) copies of their applications including the letter of application, CV, three referees’ contacts, copies of Certificates and testimonials and other relevant documents to the undersigned latest by 5:00 O’clock on 31st July , 2010.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that this advertisement is on the IUCEA website: www.iucea.org
IUCEA is an equal opportunity employer:
The Executive Secretary
The Inter University Council for East Africa
East African Development Bank Building
3rd Floor, Plot 4 Nile Avenue
P.O Box 7110
Kampala, Uganda.
Email: exsec@iucea.org, recruit@iucea.org
NB: On-line applications will not be considered.

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