National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Legal Services Jobs in Kenya

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) was established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.

The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions;

1.Director Legal Services
Grade E2
1 Post

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director General and will be the Chief legal Advisor to the Authority.

Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;

• Secretary to the Board of management
• Providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels;
• Initiating legislative proposals, standards and guidelines on environment;
• Drafting the required regulations, guidelines and interpreting the Environmental Management and Coordination Act, 1999;
• Advising on international conventions, treaties and agreements related to the environment to which Kenya is a party and assisting in their implementation;
• Advising and assisting in negotiations; drafting and liaising with various Government Institutions on the establishment and maintenance of a Registry of International Environmental Conventions and Treaties to which Kenya is a party;
• Liaising with relevant Government Institutions and stakeholders on International Environmental concerns;
• Initiating legislative proposals, standards and guidelines on the environment
• Establishing criteria and procedures for the assessment of environmental quality standards;
• Monitoring of the implementation and compliance with legislation; and taking responsibility for all litigation matters in respect of the Authority.
• Supervision, Development and appraisal of Legal Department’s staff.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:

• Have a Bachelors degree in Law and a Masters degree in Environmental Law from a recognized Institution
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate
• Registered Certified Public Secretary
• Have at least seven (7) years’ working experience in law, 3 of which must be at a senior level.
• At least three(3) years experience as a Board Secretary

2. Deputy Director Legal Services
Grade E3
1 Post

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director Legal Services.

Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;

• Assisting the Director Legal Services in providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels;
• Assisting the Director Legal services in facilitating the development of procedures and regulations for effective implementation of the Environmental Law;
• Interpreting law and advising on legal matters.
• Participating in review of environmental laws in collaboration with other Government Institutions and stakeholders;
• Offering technical support to field Offices in the enforcement of the environmental law;

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:

• Have a Bachelors degree in Law.
• A relevant Masters degree from a recognized Institution, Masters in Environmental Law will be an added advantage.
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate.
• Have at least five (5) years working experience in law two (2) of which must be at senior level.
• Being a registered Certified Public Secretary and experience as a Board Secretary will be an added advantage.

Applications accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials, current remuneration, current position/grade, expected salary and daytime telephone contact should be forwarded to the address below by 10th December, 2010.

The Director General
National Environment Management Authority,
P.O Box 67839- 00200,
Nairobi

E-Mail: hr@nema.go.ke

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Industrial Performance Manager Job Vacancy

Job Title: Industrial Performance Manager

Reports to: Factory Manager

Purpose of the position

To carry our tasks proactively with other functions to identify, disseminate and apply sustainable improvement activities of Quality Cost and Service at the factory using Industrial Performance techniques or tools

Main Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities (if any)

• Challenge the standards in order to identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure establishment of (KPIs), their use to support business objectives and coordinate the updating regularly on the notice boards
• Drive cost savings, tracks the results of cost saving improvement initiatives using the appropriate tool (Operation Excellence Tracking Tool)
• Co-ordinates and supports the implementation of continuous improvement: CN, NCE, SGA, On site problem solving
• Establishes factory capacity measurement using the appropriate tool e.g. IP-GI’s, Capacity Summary Tool (CST)
• Evaluates proposals on projects of capital investments to ensure optimum utilization of capacity, safety and environment
• Analyses variances from set norms/objectives by using KPIs and ensures follow up

Functional Responsibilities

• Establishes standards and performance measures according to IP-GI’s and ensure the application in the factory
• Co-ordinates update of Self Assessment Tool (NSAT) with factory functions and keeps records of same
• Contributes in establishing Standard Cost Budget (SCB) and update Production Versions (PVs) in SAP
• Ensure correct utilization of SAM, GLOBE (SAP) and IP-GI’s
• Identify training needs on manufacturing systems, conduct and coordinate trainings for people development
• Any other job assigned by superior

Key Performance Metrics

• Weekly Reports - According to schedule
• Monthly Reports - According to schedule
• MSA - As per target
• Line Efficiencies - As per target
• Line Performance - As per target
• Training - Achieve 90% of training plan
• KPls Boards - Ensure updating of the boards according to schedule
• LTFR within agreed norms

Competencies/Know-How and Skills

• Planning and organizing
• Professional/technical knowledge
• Analytical skills
• Presentation/communication skills
• Building strategic working relationship
• Knowledge of IP-GI’s

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Nzoia Water Services Company Job Vacancies Re-Advertisement

Nzoia Water Services Company limited was established in 2005 with the objective of providing clean drinking water in the cluster towns of Webuye, Bungoma, Kitale and Kimlili.

In line with the vision and mission of the company, Nzowasco is seeking to recruit qualified, dynamic and result oriented individuals to fill the positions of:

Technical Manager
Ref NZOWASCO/07/10

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Technical Manager will be required to provide all required technical expertise and management in of water supply and sewer connection and treatment including infrastructure maintenance.

The role

• Direct, coordinate, control and manage the company operations and maintenance of infrastructure in order to supply water and sanitation services to the required standards and in compliance with the company policy while meeting cost and other delivery targets
• Develop departmental policies, plans strategies and action plans that are in keeping with the overall company mission and objectives
• Provide high quality water to domestic, commercial and industrial customers.
• Develop customer focus on provision of service by maintaining good working relations with customers
• Manage the company assets such as plant, machinery through effective maintenance program
• Liaise with consultants, contractors and other relevant professionals in the infrastructure development
• Ensure development of departmental staff through training.

The person

Qualification/Experience

• A BSc. (civil/water Engineering) degree
• Registered engineer with Engineers Registration Board (ERB) and a member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya/Registrable with ERB/I.E.K.
• Experience in a large technical organization preferably in water sector
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Post graduate qualification in management is added advantage.

Chief Accountant
Ref NZOWASCO/06/10

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Commercial &Finance manager, the Chief Accountant will be responsible for the effective management of all the Accounting functions within the department.

The role

• Manage and supervise all the financial aspects of the Company operations, particularly as they relate to cash flow and financial
• Advise management on appropriate financial policies and objectives for the Company including financial performance targets, tariff policies, revenue collection strategies and all other aspects of financial management necessary to achieve the requirements of the Corporate Plan.
• Periodically assess the accounting and commercial practices of the Company and develop and implement improvements when required.
• Ensure the maintenance of accounting records of sufficient quality to meet the requirements of internal financial management, generation of management reports and external audits.
• Periodically prepare annual and long-term capital and revenue budgets and ensure compliance to the same.
• Ensure the provision and maintenance of comprehensive Management information system to the department that satisfy the requirements and conforms to the Company policy, procedures and standards.
• Prepare interim and final accounts in liaison with the head of department
• Liaising with internal and external auditors in implementing audit recommendations
• Prepare structured and adhoc management reports as they relate to finance.
• Ensure timely filling of statutory returns with relevant authorities and follow ups of tax refunds.
• Supervise and appraise staff in the department
• Ensure timely processing of payouts and management of suppliers
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations and adequate reviews on the same

The person

• Degree in Commerce/Business Administration or other relevant qualification and CPA(K) with 2 Years post qualification experience in Business Management or similar capacity
• Conversant with IFRS
• Keeping a breast with emerging trends in Finance and accounting
• Excellent computer skills especially on computerized accounts
• Experience in people management and development of teams.
• Experience in management of performance

Operations & Maintenance Officer
Ref NZOWASCO/09/10

The role

Supervising of the day to day operations and maintenance work of water lines as per the set standards, oversee the distribution of water to all consumers in all zones

Key tasks

• In consultation with the regional manager prepare the preventive maintenance schedules for the region, distribution schedule and metering schedules and ensure they are followed.
• Oversee repairs of water leaks and pipe bursts
• Manage staff to perform and exceed target in accordance with standard of safety and company targets as shown on the work plans
• Checks on illegal water abstractions
• Timely Plans for required materials, tools and workforce
• Periodic maintenance of air-valves, sluice-valves, washouts and storage facilities as per set standards
• Prepares monthly water maintenance reports

The person

• Bachelors degree in Civil/ Water related field OR HND in Civil/water related field
• Relevant professional qualification
• 4 years experience with at least 1 year’s experience at a supervisory level
• Good organizational and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in office productivity tools
• Experience in use of Auto card

Electro Mechanical Co-ordinator
Ref NZOWASCO/11/10

The role

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the holder of the position will be stationed at the Head Office:

• Align, fit, and assemble component parts, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, and microscopes.
• Analyze and record test results, and prepare written testing documentation for plants and facilities.
• Inspect parts for surface defects and take appropriate measures.
• Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
• Repair, rework, and calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies and systems to meet operational specifications and tolerances.
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Develop and implement a preventive/maintenance program.
• Develop and maintain a safety program to all plants and facilities
• Train others to install, use, and maintain plants and facilities.

The person

A bachelor’s degree/HND in Practical knowledge in the following:

• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming is an added advantage.
• 4 years experience with at least 2 year’s experience at a supervisory level
• Good organizational and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in office productivity tools
• Experience in use of Auto card

Application procedures:

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and a CV (in hard copy) stating their current position and expected remuneration to Managing Director, P.O Box 1010-50200 Webuye on or before 10th December, 2010.

Please quote the job reference on your application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Those who had applied need not reapply.

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Data Analyst Job Vacancy

The main responsibility will be to providing analytical and technical support to other departments by analyzing and interpreting data collected to allow the company to improve marketing plans, grow customer satisfaction, and increase productivity.

Scope of Work

Reports to Sales & Marketing Director and provides a professional support in analysis to aid with the sales & marketing operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Analysis of data to improve sales decision making
• Development of data models for analysis for key KPIs
• Analysis and benchmarking of key metrics
• Gap analysis and report writing
• Project manages specific project implementation activities as directed related to data management and stat.
• Compilation and maintenance of integrated programmes for specific reporting activities requiring separate management control.
• Among other related activities

Experience

• Minimum 2 years exposure in expert level analysis, modeling and systems development
• Experience in Database management

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree in Information Technology, Statistics or any relevant quantitative field
• Knowledge in SAS, SPSS or any other statistical programmes & packages.
• Advanced Knowledge in Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint

Core Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Good communication and analytical skills as well as the ability to quickly adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to share information obtained with management
• Excellent troubleshooting and research skills

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

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Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) Jobs - General Manager Finance and Internal Audit Manager Vacancies

Kenya Rural Roads Authority

Opportunity to Contribute to Building of the Nation

Recruitment of Senior Management

The Kenya Rural Roads Authority, a State Corporation established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007, with the responsibility for the development, maintenance and management of rural roads in Kenya, wishes to recruit staff to fill the following posts:-

General Manager – Finance
(One Post)

Position Scope

He/she will be responsible for the management of the financial resources of the Authority.

Key responsibilities

The General Manager (Finance) will be the Head of the Authority’s Finance Department and will be responsible to the Director General for:

• Overall financial planning for the Authority.
• Design, monitoring and supervision of internal financial control measures and systems to safeguard the resources of the Authority.
• Preparation, design, deployment and management of a computerized accounting and financial management system.
• Preparation of the core budget for the Authority and provision of appropriate information, support and advice to the other Departments and line managers during budgeting.
• Assisting section heads in the management of their budgets through regular provision of detailed financial information.
• Preparation of weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, annual and ad-hoc reports and where necessary statements of accounts.
• Leadership, management and organization of staff under the Finance Department.
• Being the chief adviser to the authority on all financial matters.
• Preparation of financial regulations and guidelines.
• Maintaining financial records and preparation of statutory accounts.
• Liaison with external auditors.
• Exercising of appropriate expenditure controls.
• Coordinating the activities of the department and ensuring collaboration with other Departments.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director General.

Qualifications and skills

• A first degree from a recognized university.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA(K)) or its recognized equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 (ten) years post qualification experience in accounting and finance, five of which should be in a senior position.
• Experience in public service will be an advantage.
• Good communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage staff and provide good leadership.
• Basic ICT literacy and knowledge of the uses of ICT in accounting.

Internal Audit Manager
(One Post)

Reporting functionally to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board and administratively to the Director General, the principal responsibilities will be to:-

• Implement the Authority’s internal audit strategy, policies and procedures;
• Carry out risk identification, assessment and audit planning for high risk areas within the operations of the authority;
• Conduct audit reviews of the effectiveness of risk management process and the adequacy of internal controls;
• Report and communicate audit findings to the Management and to the Board Audit committee;
• Institute follow up audits to ensure implementation of audit recommendations;
• Evaluate corporate governance processes and make recommendations for improvement;
• Manage and oversee staff training, development and performance evaluation within the department;
• Manage the department’s resources including time, staff, budget, internal audits documents and reports;
• Liaise/coordinate with External Auditors in the authority’s financial and systems audits;
• Carrying out investigations on fraud/irregularities reported and;
• Any other duties assigned by the Director General.

Qualifications and skills

• A first degree in Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com).
• A Professional qualification preferably CPA (K).
• A member of ICPAK;
• A minimum of 8 years working experience in Auditing and Finance with 3 years in a senior position in an Audit Department;
• Proficiency in computer applications and be familiar with Computer Aided Audit Techniques (CAATs);
• Leadership, good communicator and a team player;
• High integrity, self discipline, strategic thinker, creative and innovative.

Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications together with a detailed CV (stating the current and expected remuneration), academic certificates and testimonials so as to be received on or before 10th December, 2010 to the address below.

The Director General,
Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA)
Blue Shield Towers , 6th Floor, Hospital Hill Road,
P.O. Box 48151-00100 - Nairobi.

KeRRA is an equal opportunity Employer.

Any form of canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

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World Vision Africa Project Coordinator Job in Kenya

Title: Project Coordinator

Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: December 01 2010

Purpose of the position:

The position will co-facilitate with the consultant a participatory action learning process for designing, adapting and improving tools and processes for planning and managing the last phase of Area Development Programs aiming at the sustainability of changes beyond the presence of World Vision.

The position will also contribute to strengthening the Quality Assurance Team’s capacity for facilitating and supporting transition processes of ADPs.

Further, the position will provide support to the national offices with regards to planning and managing transition processes.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepare the quantitative part of the evaluations preceding transition planning, generate samples of effective questions for surveys and provide stakeholders with tools for Programme strengthening and with capacity to generate relevant information for Transition planning.
• Effectively organize and prepare Learning Events for regional and national offices and contribute towards a quality and smooth implementation of Evaluation and Transition Planning Process
• Co-facilitate participatory learning processes using a blended learning approach, write evaluation reports jointly with the consultant and contribute towards the transition plans in collaboration with the local evaluation teams.
• Follow-up, mentor, coach, train and provide support to transition processes taking place after the project’s official Learning Events, including support in transition planning to ADPs funded by other Support Offices other than WV Germany in Africa and beyond on request.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

• Bachelors degree in social and planning, development studies, community development
• Skills in quantitative and qualitative research approaches, specifically in designing questionnaires and data analysis with strong skills in Excel and SPSS
• Strong skills in facilitating participatory processes, processes of self-evaluation and extensive experience of applying participatory tools at the community level
• Experience in facilitating and participating in online forums
• Strong organizational skills (e.g. for organizing Learning Events, handling finances, local travel)
• DME Technical Training qualifications required: Professional technical skill desired (certification?)
• Experience: 4 to 6 years of experience in DME field and in community development
• A good understanding of WV’s DME frameworks and processes required (e.g. LEAP, IPM)

Other: Field experience in community development programs is preferred

Job Details

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates who wish to apply for this position should send an application letter and detailed CV to wvaro_recruit@wvi.org by 1st December, 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

Team Leader Job Vacancy in Kenya

A fast growing company, with commitment to provide quality service on the restoration and repair of accident trucks is seeking to recruit a dynamic person in the position of a team leader.

He /she should have the following qualifications;

• A Diploma in Automotive Engineering from a reputable technical institution. Higher National Diploma will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years demonstrated experience in a relevant field.
• Computer literate
• A valid driving license
• 28 to 35 years of age
• Exceptional leadership and managerial skills.
• A dynamic and self starter.

If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your handwritten application, detailed CV, with copies of certificates and testimonials to;

The Advertiser,
P.O Box 72612 – 00200
Nairobi.

Applications to be submitted before 16th December 2010

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Youth Enterprise Development Fund Jobs in Kenya

The Youth Enterprise Development Fund is Kenya’s leading youth economic empowerment agency. The Fund is now four years old and has supported thousands of youth with business loans, market support, entrepreneurship training and jobs placement abroad.

The Fund now seeks to fill the positions below which have arisen as a result of expansion.

Credit Officer
4 Positions
Ref CO/11/2010

Reporting to Senior Credit Officer, the Credit Officer will be assigned regional credit portfolio and will work hand in hand with regional coordinators, District Youth Officers and other credit officers at Head office to ensure individual and (or) youth groups who have benefited from the products of the Fund are performing as expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mobilization of youth groups, loan appraisal and disbursements of loans to individual youths and groups.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluation of loans given to youth groups and prepare monthly status report for each Constituency;
• Carry out trainings to youth
• Update on monthly basis the repayments made by each group in assigned constituency from the bank statements of the collections accounts;
• Follow up on weak groups with the assistance of District Youth Officers and Constituencies
• Prepare payment schedules for each Constituency based on the field returns
• Responsible for system input and maintenance of Loans, credit analysis, security documentation and maintenance, preparation of letters of offer, reports and maintenance of data in IFMIS;
• Answer to any queries from local leaders and other stakeholders on issues relating to the Constituency based loan products
• Make field visits to areas and groups that may show poor performance and provide required advisory and remedial services as and when required.

Qualifications

• A first degree in a Business related field from a reputable university.
• Specialized training in credit or Micro Finance will be an added advantage
• A masters degree in a business discipline will be an added advantage
• Over 3 years experience in credit, preferably in a micro finance institutions.
• Ability to manage all aspects of lending cycle for the Fund`s lending products.
• Possession of good analytical and reporting skills
• Willingness to travel to remote rural areas, passion and eagerness to assist and help empower the most marginalized youth across the 210 constituencies in the country.
• Possess good interpersonal skills to interact with key stakeholders including senior government officials.
• Possess good leadership skills, with ability to manage others.

Public Relations Officer:
Ref PRO/11/2010

Reporting to the Public Relations Manager, the Public Relations Officer will play a key role in the researching, planning, developing and implementing PR strategies of the Fund.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• planning, developing and implementing PR strategies;
• researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media;
• collating and analyzing media coverage;
• writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports;
• preparing publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, photographs, films, other promotional materials and multimedia programmes;
• organising events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours;
• maintaining and updating information on the organization’s website;
• arranging interviews with journalists, preparing and distributing news releases
• assist in preparing organizational documents such as annual reports, corporate profiles and submissions
• monitoring public and media perception of the Fund

Qualifications

• A first Degree in journalism, mass communication, public relations or a bachelor’s degree in social sciences with post graduate diploma in journalism, mass communications or public relations
• A proven flair for writing
• At least three years post qualification experience, with practical experience in the print media.
• High level of computer literacy
• Ability to think creatively and strategically
• Ability to analyze complex information from different sources and to synthesize this information into coherent briefs and communication documents
• The ability to influence others, to liaise with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility, tact and diplomacy
• Verbal and written fluency in English and Kiswahili.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with proven experience of relationship management with stakeholders

In addition the person must demonstration initiative, a passion for working with the youth and a belief in them. He or she must be able to work with minimum supervision.

Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Ref SMEO/11/2010

The Senior, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will report to the Audit, Monitoring and Evaluation Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, set up and implement monitoring and evaluation systems of the Organization:
• Supervise M & E officers in the department
• Train staff in M & E related activities to ensure consistent and quality data collection
• Train and supervise data collectors for periodic evaluations
• Organize and analyze data received and make recommendations based on outcomes and use outcomes in the development of better practices within the organization
• Write professional M & E reports and contribute to the drafting of the quarterly reports.
• Carry out ongoing monitoring and periodic evaluations
• Budget for M & E activities.

Qualifications

• A masters degree in social sciences
• At least 3 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of national micro finance related or other development projects with national scale in Kenya
• Experience working with statistical computer packages
• Sound knowledge of statistics
• Familiarity with Youth Enterprise Development Fund programs is an added advantage
• A good communicator with proven leadership qualities.

Senior Internal Auditor
Ref SIA/11/2010

Reporting to the Audit, Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor will ensure that:

• The organization’s system and processes are efficient
• All the company regulations are adhered to on a continuous basis
• All the organization’s network of risk management and control is well coordinated
• Governance processes as designed and represented are adequate and functioning in the desired manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in commerce or any other business related degree (preferably accounting)
• Full Professional accounting qualifications i.e. ACCA/CPA(K)
• Membership to professional bodies will be an added advantage
• Minimum 4 years experience in implementing audit plans and programs with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Experience in conducting and supervising both financial and management audits and the ability to audit a computerized operational, financial and accounting system will be required.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft office applications and preferably computer audited techniques
• Honesty and integrity.

Those fulfilling the requirements for the above positions should submit their applications together with a detailed C.V and all relevant testimonials to the address below; stating current position, current remuneration, expected salary, email address and telephone contacts.

Applicants are also expected to provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three references latest by 10th of December 2010. The relevant reference number must be indicated on the envelope. Any application coming later than this date will not be considered.

The Chief Executive Officer
Youth Enterprise Development Fund Board
P.O.Box 48610 – 00100
Nairobi.

Website: www.youthfund.go.ke

Email: info@youthfund.go.ke

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Ascribe Junior Database Import Specialist (Data Conversion) Job Vacancy

Ascribe is a leading supplier of clinically focussed IT solutions in Healthcare with markets in the UK and Asia Pacific. Our focus is on solutions that directly improve patient care.

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

Junior Database Import Specialist (Data Conversion)

Reporting to the Imports Team lead, the holder of the position will be part of the team charged with the responsibility of developing, troubleshooting and deploying ETL routines for data conversion into the Symphony Clinical Data System.

Work with other departments within the company to identify requirements and develop solutions, and work flows. He /She will also provide 2nd line support to our customers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Microsoft Certification in SQL
• University Degree in Computer Science or related degree will be an added advantage.
• Experience in using SQL Profiler, SQL Execution plans and statistics to optimize database queries.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Flexible attitude to working times / arrangements

Send your CV not exceeding 2 pages and application letter detailing your experience, expected salary and why you are the right person for this job to jobsnow@ascribe.com before 30/11/2010

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Restaurant Manager Job Vacancy in Nairobi

A premier restaurant located in the heart of the city Centre with colourful and interior ambience is looking for experienced and energetic Manager.

The Restaurant offers a la carte and buffet menu with diverse range of local and international dishes in additional to a wide selection of starters and desserts.

Restaurant Manager

Job Purpose

The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the Restaurant operates efficiently and profitably while maintaining its reputation and ethos. He will be expected to coordinate a variety of activities, business performance high standards of food, service, health and safety in a manner that ensures quality service delivery and guest satisfaction.

Knowledge/Skills/ Competencies

• Degree with 5 years experience or a Diploma with 5 years of experience in Food and Beverage service from Utalii college or equivalent
• Excellent product knowledge i.e. food and beverage service, safety, hygiene and quality standards
• Strong customer service and public relations skills
• Work planning and organization skills
• Strong people management and discipline skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written skills

Key Duties

• Work with chefs and other personnel to plan menus that are flavorful and popular with customers. Work with Chefs for efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies.
• Estimate food and beverage costs. Supervise portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste.
• Perform frequent checks to ensure consistent high quality of preparation and service.
• Supervise operation of bar to maximize profitability, minimize legal liability, and conform to alcoholic beverage regulations.
• Work with other management personnel to plan marketing, advertising, and any special restaurant functions.
• Direct hiring, training, and scheduling of food service personnel.
• Investigate and resolve complaints concerning food quality and service.
• Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Closely monitor the safety of the restaurant guests and staff through execution of food safety and restaurant safety standards and guidelines
• Lead all financial areas including sales growth, cost management, and profit growth
• Have a good working knowledge of all equipment and efficiently takes care of preventative maintenance

Interested and qualified applicants who wish to be considered for the position are invited to direct their applications, in sealed envelopes to: -

Group HR Manager
Monarch Group Limited
P.O. Box 57104 - 00100
Nairobi

Or through careers@monarch.co.ke so as to be received latest by 30th November, 2010 attaching a detailed CV stating age, education, professional qualifications, experience, and current remuneration, a certificate of good conduct names and addresses of three referees.

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