Communications Manager - African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Kenya Jobs

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization that carries out policy relevant research on population, health, education and development issues facing sub-Saharan Africa.

The Center seeks to recruit a Communications Manager.

Duties

• Coordinate the development, production and circulation of Institutional publications
• Edit and coordinate the production of Working Papers and Research Reports
• Plan and implement communication activities at international, regional and national levels.
• Work with, and through, national, regional and international networks to facilitate engagement with APHRC’s research evidence
• Support project-specific dissemination activities
• Strengthen APHRC’s work through media networks and associations
• Identify relevant TV/Radio programs and pitch for TV interviews with APHRC researchers
• Provide support in the organization of community events
• Support or initiate activities that promote awareness of APHRC’s work among various publics
• Provide advise on website content and design
• Initiate and / or support other e-dissemination activities
• Identify & make available or explore availability of e-resources relevant to APHRC research work
• Explore fundraising opportunities for Communication activities and participate in development of proposals

Skills and Qualifications

• MA or MSc in mass communications, information sciences (publishing major), or public relations
• At least three years of hands-on experience in undertaking similar work
• Excellent writing skills and ability to translate complex scientific facts into simple messages for general audiences.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office products, and Desk-Top Publishing software

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply enclosing a detailed CV, quoting current and expected salary and providing contact details of three referees (at least one of whom must be a current/former employer) to the address below by November 17, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate the position you are applying for on the envelop or on the subject line for those applying by email (jobs@aphrc.org).

The Human Resources Manager
African Population and Health Research Center
P.O. Box 10787-00100 GPO, Nairobi
www.aphrc.org

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Personal Assistant to Group CEO Job Re-Advertisement

Main Responsibility

• Provide personal administrative support to the GROUP CEO. Duties include general clerical, receptionist and project based work.
• Project a professional company image through in-person and phone interaction

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have a bachelors degree preferably business oriented
• Must have good report writing skills
• Must be absolutely polished in presentation and must be keen in
• Should be extremely eloquent and my.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and telephone protocol.
• Must be very confidential in how they handle documents and information.
• 0 - 3 years working experience only
• Project Management qualification will be an added advantage

Other Responsibility

• Prepare correspondence, reports, and materials for publications and presentations.
• Setup CEO’s travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Maintain CEO/ Director’s calendar.
• Prepare and maintain CEO/ Director’s expense report.
• Setup and coordinate meetings and conferences.
• Create, transcribe, and distribute meeting agendas and minutes.
• Answer telephones and handle in appropriate manner.
• Meet and greet clients and visitors.
• Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing.
• Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system.
• Research, price, and purchase office furniture and supplies.
• Coordinate project-based work.
• Supervise support staff.
• Devising and maintaining office systems
• Arranging meetings, taking minutes and keeping notes
• Invoicing and looking after budgets
• Liaising with members of staff in other departments or external contacts
• Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies
• Organising and storing paperwork, documents and computer-based information.

KPI’S

• Increase efficiency within the office and administrative processes.
• Develop and implement office and administrative policies and procedures.
• Creating and implementing filing systems for company records and reports.
• Proactively supporting the management team.
• Effectively managing internal company logistics

Key Competence

• Reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
• Computer literate with the ability to learn new software applications.
• Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 60 wpm.
• Must be perfect in report writing
• Must be ready to work long and odd hours.
• Visibility of work requires attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, time management skills and discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to work with variety of demands and to priorities tasks requested from a range of different managers.
• MUST have good Customer And Public Relations skills
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and follow instructions

Send your Applications to milkah@myjobseye.com attaching a passport size photo to the CV and clearly stating why you feel you are the right candidate for the job and how you fit into this role. Kindly state your current and expected Salary.

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British American Financial Advisors Jobs in Kenya

The Company is seeking to fill the following position of Financial Advisor with individuals who are proactive and self-driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission to delight our customers with outstanding financial services.

The main role of the position of a Financial Advisor is to sell insurance products and investment funds to prospective and existing clients and service the accounts thus created.

Specifically, the Financial Advisor is expected to do, inter alia, the following on a highly rewarding commission-paying remuneration structure:

• Sell insurance and investment schemes to prospective and existing individual and corporate clients;
• Relationship management for existing clients;
• Meet and exceed exciting and aggressive work targets;
• Work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment within an entrepreneurial culture that offers minimum supervision.

Successful candidates will need to possess the following skills and experience:

• An appropriate qualification/training in sales and marketing;
• Work experience in the financial services sector e.g. bank, insurance companies, fund manager, stock brokers etc would be an advantage;
• Proven experience and success in selling financial services products: experience of selling unit trust investment or insurance products would also be an added advantage;
• Computer literate (evidence will be an added advantage)
• A good working knowledge of financial markets and financial products;
• A high sales drive and a strong will to succeed;
• Mature, confident, articulate and with strong communication skills;
• Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets;
• Well groomed, presentable and strong interpersonal skills;
• Outdoorsy

If this position is of interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to nndirangu@british-american.co.ke

Hard copies will not be accepted.

Applications should be received not later than 8th November 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Nairobi Java House Branch Chef Job in Kenya

Nairobi Java House is the leading restaurant and coffeehouse chain in Kenya and is continuing to grow as we meet the needs of our customers.

We are looking for talented & experienced individuals to fill the following position:

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all day to day kitchen operations of any one of the outlets ensuring high standards of food and beverage production;
• Maintaining proper food handling and storage procedures;
• Schedule staff and oversee production to ensure adequate coverage of the kitchen while maintaining labour and food costs within mutually agreed upon budget objectives
• Be responsible for ordering all food and related supplies from approved suppliers, consistent with Company procedures and Departmental guidelines.
• Conduct regular inventory counts
• Meets daily production needs and ensures the kitchen is running smoothly, maintains high health, safety and sanitation standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Food production from Utalii College or equivalent with minimum 5 years experience in similar position.
• Must have good leadership skills.
• Excellent planning and coordinating skills.
• Strong leadership skills and hands-on approach with strong communication skills.
• Butchery experience will be an added advantage

Interested applicants are requested to submit a Curriculum Vita, and contact telephone number(s) within seven days from today via email to javamd@nairobijavahouse.com

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West Kenya Sugar Company Jobs: Agronomist and Civil Engineer Vacancies

West Kenya Sugar Company Limited is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company and the fastest growing sugar miller in Kenya; seeks to fill the following job vacancies

with qualified and competent individuals.

1. Agronomist
WEKSCOL/AGR/2010

Reporting to the Managing Director, the position holder will carry out the following responsibilities;

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations in field-sugarcane problems and develop new methods of growing sugarcane to secure more efficient production, higher yield and improved quality.
• Plan and carry out breeding studies at the company’s sugarcane experiment farms to develop and improve varieties of sugarcane with respect to characteristics such as yield, quality, adaptation to specific soils or climates and resistance to diseases and pests.
• Carry out farmers’ field analysis, advice farmers on effective land use, best methods of planting, cultivating, harvesting and the effects of various climatic conditions on the sugarcane crop.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least a postgraduate qualification in Agronomy or a related field such as General Agriculture from a reputed university.
• Minimum five years relevant working experience.
• Possess strong research and application skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be practical oriented, ready to work long hours in the field and strong leadership and people influencing skills.

2. Civil Engineer (Buildings)
WEKSCOL/CEB/2010

Reporting to the Managing Director, the selected candidate will carry out the following responsibilities;

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the design, development and construction of a huge range of projects in the built and natural environment.
• Undertake technical and feasibility studies and site investigations, develop detailed designs, assess potential risks of specific projects and undertake risk management.
• Supervise tendering procedures and putting together of proposals, liaising effectively with colleagues, supervising and visiting contractors.
• Creatively and logically resolve design and development problems.
• Manage budgets and other projects resources.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a reputed university.
• Minimum of seven years relevant work experience in a busy civil engineering environment.
• Must have mathematics, Information Technology and Science skills.
• Ability to clearly explain design ideas and plans, analyze large amounts of data and assess solutions.
• Confident decision making, excellent communication skills, project management skills.
• Ability to work within budgets and deadlines, good team working skills and comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal regulations.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters together with an up-to-date CV, daytime telephone number and names of three referees to:-

The Managing Director
West Kenya Sugar Co. Ltd
P.O. Box 2101-50100
Kakamega.

E-mail: info@wksugar.com

So as to reach not later than Wednesday 17th November 2010.

Canvassing is prohibited and will result in automatic disqualification.

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Knight Frank Retail Property Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya

Job Ref. MN 4541

Our client, Knight Frank, a leading international real estate firm with a solid foundation and reputation wish to recruit a Retail Property Manager for Mombasa, to cover Mombasa and the Coastal region.

Minimum qualifications & experience:

Job Profile

• Day to day management of the centre.
• Management of lease negotiations.
• administration and tenant relationships.
• Oversee property improvements and maintenance works.
• Ensure rent is collected promptly.
• Ensure property budgets are prepared promptly.
• Preparation of periodical Management Reports.

Personal Profile

• BA Land Econ or relevant degree.
• Minimum 5 years experience in property management or retail management with at least 2 years in a management position.
• Knowledge of retailers and retail trends in the country.
• Team Player and staff motivator.

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

• Job Ref.No.
• Your Name
• Current/Past Salary: Year 2009 p.m ,Year 2010 p.m
• Year 2010 Benefits: If house, state market rent, If car state cc.

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 10th November 2010.

Mark Job Ref. No. MN 4541 on top left of the envelope.

Send to:

Executive Selections Division,
Manpower Service (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736 - 00200, Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com.

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Chief Internal Auditor Job Vacancy in Western Kenya

Our Client, a large agricultural company in western Kenya seeks to recruit a Chief Internal Auditor.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Chief Internal Auditor will be responsible for developing and implementing an effective internal management control systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

• Carry out institutional risk evaluation, efficiency audits and investigations as may be required by Management and Board and provide litigation support as required
• Provide input in the design of standard forms annual budgets, strategic plans and their review processes and technical support to other departments internally and externally
• Prepare Board Audit Submission reports, implement control and review departmental budgets and issue Audit reports
• Examine daily transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and evaluate measures put in place by management to ensure company assets are accounted for and safely guarded from losses
• Conduct financial and systems audit, review IT policies and ascertain the reliability of Management data developed
• Ensure compliance with Tax regulations and other statutory requirements, design, develop and update the internal audit manual, develop and implement the annual audit program
• Facilitate compliance with auditing standards ICPAK guidelines and reviews Liaise with external auditors and follow up their recommendations

The Person:

The successful candidate must have the following:

• BCom (Accounts option) or equivalent. Those with postgraduate qualifications will have an added advantage CPA (K) CISA
• Ability to motivate, lead and manage teams
• 8 years demonstrated work experience in internal Audit

If your background and competencies match the specification for this position.

Please write in confidence or send email to the address below, latest by 13th November 2010.

Please provide a curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers and names and addresses of three referees.

Executive Selection Services
Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE)
P.O. Box 48311 - 00100 CPO
Nairobi

Tel: 2721929/48/49/52, 2720242

Fax: 2712299/2721990

E-mail: ess@fke-kenya.org

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IRC Kenya Jobs - Urban Program Coordinator and Project Assistant Vacancies

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana region and refugees in the Kakuma and Dadaab (Hagadera) camps.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, sanitation and hygiene and HIV/ AIDS.

The IRC provides an open ended contract, competitive salary and benefits package to its staff as well as a well planned staff development opportunity. Applications are invited for the position of:

Urban Program Co-ordinator (Nairobi Based)

The Urban Program Coordinator is a core team position within the IRC Kenya program. The position will lead primarily in implementation of an anticipated EC funded project focused on urban refugees and local communities in Nairobi.

In addition, the position will also be expected provide leadership to the emerging IRC Kenya urban program through coordination, networking and fundraising. The position reports to the
Deputy Director (Programs).

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs1@kenya.theirc.org

Project Assistant (Nairobi Based)

The Project Assistant (Urban Program) will support in implementation of an anticipated EC funded project focused on urban refugees and local communities in Nairobi.

The role will provide programmatic and coordination support in operation of a community based information, protection, and referral center in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

In addition, the person will support in organizing various training programs for different stakeholders on refugee rights. The position reports to the Project Officer, Urban program.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs2@kenya.theirc.org

All interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with a clearly marked subject of the specific job title being applied for together with a cover letter specifying how they meet the qualification criteria (as mentioned in the detailed Job Description) and an updated CV with current contact of three professional referees, to the following email address: hr@kenya.theirc.org;

OR on the envelope to Human Resource Manager, International Rescue Committee, P.O. Box 62727-00200 Nairobi by 17th November, 2010.

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CDC Kenya Public Health Specialist (Health Information Systems) Job in Nairobi

The United States Embassy – Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Kenya has a vacancy in Nairobi for Public Health Specialist (Health Information Systems).

Will provide technical expertise to improve health information systems on which CDC Kenya and the Government of Kenya (GoK) - including the Ministries of Health (MOH) are collaborating in Nyanza Province. The incumbent will oversee the development and implementation of systems that integrate data collection, processing and reporting.

The incumbent will support GoK and PEPFAR partners to ensure that systems developed meet national standards and can be integrated with external systems based on international standards.

S/he will also support PEPFAR partners in ensuring that the data collected by these systems can be disseminated appropriately for use in improving efficiency in health service delivery using modern technology platforms.

The incumbent will also serve as the technical lead for the implementation of health informatics activities in Nyanza related to HIV/AIDS programs conducted by CDC Kenya and its partners in support of the PEPFAR interagency team and the MOH by applying both theoretical and practical knowledge of HIS evaluation strategies and research methodology to assess the design and functionality of health information systems to support HIV service delivery, surveillance as well as other monitoring and evaluation (M&E).

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Public Health, Informatics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, mathematics, Epidemiology is required.
• Five (5) years experience in managing health information for large programs based on advanced databases technologies of which three years should be in M&E of health programs, including quantitative measures.
• Two years of supervisory experience or oversight of contracts/partners also required. Level IV (fluent)
• English ability is required and Level III Kiswahili ability also required.
• Must possess advanced knowledge and understanding of health informatics systems; program evaluation strategies and techniques as well as standard knowledge of HIV/AIDS, STD or TB prevention activities.
• Must have expert knowledge of health delivery information systems.
• Must have advanced knowledge of electronic mapping technology platforms and possess an ability to assess their performance.
• Must have detailed knowledge of the health care system of Kenya.
• Must possess advanced computer skills with experience for word processing, presentations and spreadsheets.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed CV and all relevant attachments via mail before November 17, 2010 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
Public Health Professional Positions
P. O. Box 606
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

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CDC Kenya Public Health Specialist (PMTCT) Job in Nairobi

The United States Embassy – Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Kenya has a vacancy for Public Health Specialist (PMTCT) in Nairobi.

The Public Health Specialist will supervise HIV/AIDS care & treatment/PMTCT work for GAP-Kenya and its implementing partners at selected service delivery and study sites in Kenya.

The Public Health Specialist will be the primary contact for PMTCT activities for CDC GAP Kenya.

Requirements:

Medical qualification (United States MD or equivalent) is required.

(1) Medical and Public Health: - At least 3 years of specialist experience in the clinical management of HIV/AIDS /PMTCT is required, which must include experience with the use of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) and OI prophylaxis.

(2) International Experience:

• At least 3 years of medical and public health experience in developing countries is required, with an emphasis on HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and reproductive health.
• Level IV (fluent) English ability is required.
• Level IV (fluent) Kiswahili also required.
• Must have technical knowledge of clinical medicine, epidemiology, and public health relevant to the African setting.
• Must have demonstrated ability to guide, motivate and lead a large and technically and culturally diverse staff at assigned program sites in conducting complex programs; plan, coordinate, and prioritize complex interventions in HIV/AIDS care and prevention.
• Must have strong computer skills and be able to produce high-quality written reports and effectively use spreadsheets, database software packages.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed CV, professional references and authored news releases via mail before November 17, 2010 to the following address:

Human Resources Office
P. O. Box 606, 00621
Village Market
00621 Nairobi, Kenya

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Sukari Sacco Society Accountant Job in Kenya

Sukari Sacco Society Limited invites applications from qualified persons for the following post:

Accountant

Basic Requirements for appointment:

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting) or equivalent.
• CPA (K) and a Member of ICPAK.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a busy accountancy environment.
• Hands on experience with MS Office and accounting packages.
• Practical knowledge of IFRSs and IASs.
• Good analytical and reporting skills.
• High degree of integrity and dependability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Accountant shall be in charge of the Finance Function.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain an effective financial system that provides reliable financial reports to the Sacco.
• Review of financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance to accounting standards.
• Cash flow management
• Prepare budgets and final accounts.
• Prepare statutory economic reports.
• Manage the assets register.
• Payroll administration
• Ensure tax compliance.
• Liaise with external auditors.
• Custodian of accountable documents.
• Review and implement proper internal financial control systems.
• Lead, coach and inspire the finance team to achieve their goals and objectives.

If you would like to be considered for this challenging position please forward your application, current CV and telephone contacts together with names and addresses of 3 referees to reach the undersigned on or before 17th November 2010.

The Chief Executive Officer
Sukari Sacco Society Ltd
P.O. Box 841 - 050102, Mumias

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management Job Vacancy - Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA)

Our client, the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) is a state Corporation set up to regulate, supervise and develop the insurance sector in Kenya. The Authority is now seeking to fill this new position.

Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management
Ref. No: 233/DX/FS

Responsible directly to the Board Audit and Corporate Governance Committee and indirectly to the Chief Executive for developing and implementing a comprehensive loss and waste prevention programme through independent, systematic and objective audit reviews as well as programmatic evaluations of business policies, systems, processes and practices.

Continuously reviews the effectiveness of internal controls and degree of compliance as well as identifying organizational risk factors in the management of the Authority.

Prepares audit reports and also makes recommendations to help improve the quality of service delivery systems as well as promoting good corporate governance practices.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate internal control framework as well as managing and profiling organizational risk factors;
• Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls by conducting protective and constructive audits of all functions
• Monitor and review procurement practices and other procedures including staff recruitment and selection process to ensure compliance with approved guidelines;
• Assess and evaluate all the Authority's plans, projects, contracts and services to protect the Authority from risk.
• Evaluate progress and effectiveness of action taken to implement audit recommendations received from all internal & external audits;
• Monitor and evaluate the progress made in achieving performance contract objectives
• Prepare and submit written reports of findings and make recommendations for the improvement of operations.

Minimum qualifications & other requirements

• Master's degree in business administration, commerce, accounting, finance, economics or equivalent.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, ACA or ACMA and membership to a relevant professional body.
• Minimum eight (8) years relevant professional experience in the areas of internal and/ or external audit gained in an organization with strong internal control frameworks.
• Excellent knowledge of audit procedures, including planning, audit techniques, testing and sampling methods and tools used in conducting audits.
• Proven ability to improve operational policies and procedures, business processes, audit objectives, key management strategies.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet databases, word-processing, and presentation applications, including computerized finance, accounting, auditing, and record keeping systems and experience working with large and complex data sets.
• Well developed analytical, communication and presentation skills;
• Ability to work independently, remain focused and maintain highest integrity and objectivity.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Closing date for receipt of applications:19th November 2010

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref. No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

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Consultancy Services for Conducting Research on Livelihood in the Sisal Industry of Kenya

Call for Expression of Interest for Consultancy Services for Conducting Research on Livelihood in the Sisal Industry of Kenya

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a national NGO with the mission to promote, protect and enhance the enjoyment of all human rights by all individuals and groups.

The KHRC intends to award a 4-month consultancy contract to a highly competent, qualified and experienced research consultant having the relevant technical background, to conduct an evaluation study on the impact of sisal in Taita Taveta, Mogotio and Kibwezi.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The research is a component of a comprehensive programme aimed at assessing the application of agriculture in supporting livelihood in the broader Kenyan context. The study will, specifically, assess the utility of sisal as a source of livelihood, with reference to Taita Taveta, Mogotio and Kibwezi.

Primary Tasks

• Develop a sampling design and data collection & management protocol.
• Assist in the recruitment and training of field staff and pre-testing of data collection tools.
• Map out the social, political and economic context within which the industry has, both historically and currently, existed.
• Carry out a desk-review of documents including the applicable regulatory framework, standards and norms.
• Conduct field-based research on labour and livelihood-based violations as well as best practices in the sisal industry.
• Co-ordinate collection of data, and its entry into a suitable platform for analysis
• Analyze and interpret the findings.
• Generation empirical data on the manner and magnitude of the benefits of the sisal industry to the national and respective local economies.
• Develop and submit the first draft of the research findings and recommendations by April 4th and the final draft by April 25th, 2011.

Competencies Required

• Strong research capability.
• Familiarity and understanding of livelihood issues, including the dynamics of land ownership and use and the relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with both qualitative and quantitative methodology
• Writing skills, attested by past written papers.
• Ability to interact effectively with local communities and as apart of a technical team.
• Availability to meet project deadlines.

Interested consultants/consultancy firms are requested to submit their expression of interest stating their capability, proposed work-plan, proposed budget, curriculum vitae of lead consultant, contacts of three referees and a short description of similar projects undertaken.

Expression of Interest must be submitted no later than 5.00 pm on November 16, 2010 only by email to admin@khrc.or.ke and include “EOI to Conduct Livelihood Survey,” on the subject line of the email.

The KHRC is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, ethnicity, race, gender, gender identity, health status, marital status, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other ground upon which discrimination could occur.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Research on the Legitimacy of Land Ownership Claims and Gender Perspectives in Land Ownership

Call for Expression of Interest for Consultancy Services for Conducting Research on the Legitimacy of Land Ownership Claims and Gender Perspectives in Land Ownership

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a national NGO with the mission to
promote, protect and enhance the enjoyment of all human rights by all individuals and groups.

The KHRC intends to award a 4-month consultancy contract to a highly competent, qualified and experienced research consultant having the relevant technical background, to conduct a legal assessment of claims to land ownership and the land ownership patterns as segregated by gender dynamics in Taita Taveta.

Purpose of the Consultancy

This research aims to assess the legal merit in land ownership claims by residents of and documenting the gender-related handicaps in land ownership in Taita Taveta.

The study will document the historical, social, economic and cultural attributes that impact on land ownership and use and provide the basis for sustainable land reforms.

Primary Tasks

1. Develop a sampling design and data collection & management protocol;
2. Assist in the recruitment and training of field staff and pre-testing of data collection tools;
3. Document the historical, legal context of land ownership in Taita Taveta;
4. Carry out a desk-review of documents including the applicable legal instruments, regulatory framework, standards and norms;
5. Conduct field-based research and document land ownership patterns, claims to land ownership and gender-based aberrations in the ownership of land;
6. To evaluate the legitimacy of claims of illegal or irregular acquisition, ownership and use of land in Taita Taveta;
7. To evaluate the efficacy of laws, policies and other standards which regulate land acquisition, ownership and use in Taita Taveta;
8. To generate gender disaggregated empirical data on land ownership patterns in Taita Taveta District;
9. Develop and submit the first draft of the research findings and recommendations by April 4th and the final draft by April 25th, 2011.

Competencies Required

• Experience with both qualitative and quantitative methodology;
• Strong research and analysis capability;
• Familiarity and understanding of Land law, Conveyancing and Gender protection;
• Ability to interact effectively with local communities and as apart of a technical team;
• Availability to meet project deadlines.

Interested consultants are requested to submit their expression of interest stating their capability, proposed work-plan, proposed budget, curriculum vitae, contacts of three referees and a short description of similar projects undertaken or legal briefs taken.

Expression of Interest must be submitted no later than 5.00 pm on November 16, 2010, only by email to admin@khrc.or.ke and include “EOI to Conduct Land and Gender Survey,” on the subject line of the email.

The KHRC is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, ethnicity, race, gender, gender identity, health status, marital status, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other ground upon which discrimination could occur.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Investment Consultants (Sales Positions) Jobs in Kenya

Our client an Asset Management Company is seeking to recruit a team of Investment Consultants to aggressively sell its investment products to the public.

Applications are now invited from persons who meet the following criteria:

• Degree/Diploma in a relevant field.
• Aged between 22 and 35 year.
• A passion for sales and financial advice.
• Good communication and peoples skills.
• Distinct prospecting ability.
• Experience in direct sales. Persons with Unit Trust sales experience will have a competitive advantage.

If you feel you are qualified for the above position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV with telephone contacts for three professional referees to recruitment@swifthr.org or info@swifthr.org including your daily telephone contact.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Solidarités International Regional Food Security Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Regional Food Security Coordinator

Line Manager: Country Director

Location: Nairobi (Kenya) with frequent trips on the field

Duration: 12 months

Solidarités International is an international humanitarian aid organization providing assistance to populations in needs and victims of conflict or natural disasters.

For 30 years, Solidarités International has concentrated its action on meeting three vital needs: water, food and shelter. By carrying out emergency programs, Solidarités International has acquired experience and expertise in the fields of water and sanitation and food security.

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Performance Analyst Job Vacancy in Kenya

Our client is looking for a suitable candidate to fill a Performance Analyst position.

Role of the Position

• Performance processing and Maintenance – optimization of the completeness, correctness and timeliness of data
• Performance Analysis – evaluate, interpreting and present the periodic results of portfolio manager investment decisions after a defined investment or measure period
• Performance Attribution – provide senior management with valuable analytic feedback on the relative contributions of asset allocations and security selections to portfolio returns and in general about the strengths and weaknesses of the investment decision process objectively in light of investment strategies and capital market conditions
• Tracking NSE Stocks performance over given period and giving insights on the same to the Investment Team
• Protect the firm’s reputation by ensuring that rates of return and performance attributions are tolerably accurate, and to contribute to its effectiveness by sharing their insight into the sources of those returns
• Selecting a valid benchmark against which to measure investment results is essential to reporting performance fairly
• Disseminate independent intelligence reports to the senior management
• Resolving issues around some strategic clients

Responsibilities

• Ensure liaison between Front office, Custodian, Fund Accounting and the Operations teams to ensure accurate reporting of the performance and attribution data
• Work closely with Fund accounting and the Operations to ensure the highest quality fund accounting data, delivered in the most efficient method, and within the desired time frames
• Production, interpretation and presentation of weekly intelligence reports on data processing and it’s management
• Calculation of benchmarks using various relevant indices
• Updating and maintaining the house view on a daily base
• Investigation of all accounting errors (overdrawn accounts, huge untraded cash balances for considerably long periods) and the resolution of these issues involving the Fund Accounting, Operations and the Investment teams
• Work closely with the Fund Accounting and the Operations teams to make sure that the performance analyst has the highest quality fund accounting data, delivered in the most efficient method, and within the desired time frames
• Active data extraction and migration to produce performance and attribution reports in Excel that will contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual performance during senior management and client reporting
• The production and reporting of all monthly, quarterly and annual returns for all clients / accounts
• The production and reporting of in-depth attribution analysis quarterly and annually all existing asset categories

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• A degree in Statistics with a good knowledge in investments
• At least 2-3 years experience in a busy back office preferably in either Fund Accounting or Operations or both in reputable Fund Management Firm
• Well developed Information Communication and Technology (ICT) skills with hands on experience in programming, pro-efficient in MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint
• Conversant with routine investment issues affecting investments
• Ability to present complex analysis with simplicity, clarity and professionalism
• Highly analytical and organized with degree of initiative
• Strong interpersonal, team leading, oral and written communication skills are a requirement for this position

Please send your CV and remuneration details: theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Executive Assistant Job Vacancy in Kenya

Our client is looking for a suitable candidate to fill an Executive Assistant position.

Purpose of the position:

This role provides PA support to the Corporate Director and is individually accountable for achieving results through own efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure effective communication between business head and team members
• Manage the Directors calendar to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the running of the office
• Arrange all the logistics for the Directors Travel
• Follow up with staff members on assigned tasks and keep the Director updated till such tasks have been fully executed
• Attend and prepare meeting notes for the Director’s action
• Manage the Director’s office to ensure confidentiality and integrity is maintained at all times
• Keep abreast of key developments in the operating environment and bring them to the attention of the Director
• Manage internal and external correspondence including emails and mails
• Dealing with escalated queries from clients and other stakeholders
• Management of minutes from meetings in Corporate
• Key liaison between the department and other departments
• Assist in consolidation of Management, Exco and Board reports

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Business related Degree
• 2 or 3 years work experience in a Financial Services Organisation.
• Highly organized, maintains confidentiality, integrity and good interpersonal skills.
• Professional ability to interact with internal and external clients,
• High level of emotional intelligence,
• Ability to communicate fluently both in writing and verbally and working with no supervision.

If you have not worked in a Financial Services Organization, please do NOT apply.

Please send your CV and remuneration details: theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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