MESPT Legal Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust

Founders: The Government of Kenya and the European Union

Partners: The Royal Danish Embassy, Nairobi

The Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT) is a Kenyan Organization whose founders are the Government of Kenya and The European Union. Over the last eight years, MESPT has offered wholesale loans to Microfinance Organisations (MFOs) and Savings and Credit Co-operative Societies (Saccos), to the tune of Kshs. 2.0 billion.

Due to the expansion of the organisation, MESPT wishes to recruit a Kenyan who is an LLB graduate, an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a Certified Public Secretary to work as a Legal Officer on a three year renewable contract.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Legal Officer will have the following among other
responsibilities and tasks:

• Provide legal advice and guidance to the Board of Trustees and Management.
• Formulate legal policies and practices in the operations of the Trust.
• Be the Secretary to all the meetings of the Board of Trustees.
• Draft and vet all the legal Contracts and agreements that MESPT will enter into.
• Carry out contractual negotiations on behalf of MESPT.
• Work in collaboration with external lawyers to conclude loan documentation, following up on loan defaulters and prosecute the cases in Court.
• Ensure legal compliance of MESPT by filing all the relevant returns.
• Carry out any other duties specified by the Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications Profile

• An LLB Degree.
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a Certified Public Secretary.
• At least 5 years post qualification experience mainly in handling commercial, conveyancing and civil litigation.
• Honest, proactive, customer focused, results oriented and team player.
• Able to work without supervision, meeting strict deadlines and coping with intense work pressure.
• Must be computer literate.

The detailed job description for this post is available at the MESPT websites.

Qualified Candidates interested in the post should send their application by Post, Courier or On-line (to legalofficer@mespt.org), to be received by 23rd December 2010 and include; detailed CV, email address, daytime telephone contacts, current and expected remuneration package, names and email contacts of three referees and the academic certificates and other testimonials to the following address:

The Chief Executive Officer
Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT)
2nd Floor, Vision Tower, (Formerly First Assurance Plaza), Muthithi Road, Westlands
P. O. Box 187, Sarit Centre 00606, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel.3746354, 3746764, 3749942 Fax 3746764
Cell phones: 0722 207905 and 0735 333154
E-mail: legalofficer@mespt.org

Websites: www.microfinancetrust.org and www.mespt.org

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Those who do not hear from us by 15/01/2011 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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Swivel Marketing General Manager Job Vacancy

Swivel Marketing Ltd is a marketing support services provider specializing in experiential marketing. We also undertake other outsourced marketing and sales activities such as merchandising, sales activations and gap filling distribution.

Swivel views Africa as its play ground and in the last 4 years, it has opened fully fledged offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana and Zambia. 2011 has its new frontiers too. Our driver is great innovative ideas supported by excellence in execution.

To achieve the above, we need the following additional professionals to join us:

General Manager

Role Description

The General Manager is responsible for the overall management of the staff, Finances, projects and initiatives that will lead to continued growth of Swivel Marketing. Key drive will be the ability to engage at diverse levels, integrate (swivel) resources and finally ensure effective implementation of projects with the objectives of meeting our client's stretching demands. This will in turn contribute to the company's growth.

Profile & Context:

Swivel Marketing Ltd is a below the line advertising company specializing in Experiential Marketing. Its activities include mobile activations (inclusive of roadshows), In store promotions, Launches well as other unique activations that require face to face communications.

The company was incorporated in Kenya in April 2006 and a year later it opened in Kampala, Uganda. It has since opened up in Tanzania and Ghana. Swivel Marketing Ltd key promise is in delivery of great and fresh ideas into great execution. These is underpinned by the team's key driver: - Excellence in Execution.

From the above, it's imperative that the each Swivel business unit has a leader owning and managing the overall Profit and Loss of the assigned business unit, hence this role of a GM.
Structure of the Organization:

Reporting To: The Managing Director.

Responsibilities

Leadership:-

• You will provide the overall leadership of the business unit, from business planning through team management and seeking new opportunities of growth.

Business Development and client service

• You spearhead the delivery of the revenue target through great ideas, executions and establishing trusting relationships.

People

• Building a great team to deliver.
• You love people with the unique differences and are a coach.
• You are an influencer providing great motivation to perform.

Project Management

• Lead in breaking down projects and seeing through the Executional plan .
• Review and evaluate projects performance.

Financial Management

• Overseeing Preparation and content of all financial documents including budgets and Financial statements.
• Budget planning and cost control.

Key performance indicators will be-

• Achievement of set revenue and business performance objectives.
• Staff motivation and zeal.
• Efficient and effective management of all Resources.
• Sound relations with clients, suppliers and trade partners.
• Effective and on time Implementation of projects.

Qualifications

• 1st Degree.
• +5years in Senior Management Position in Agency or FMCG environment.
• Experience in client service and or business development with a proven success.

Essential Experience

• Close knowledge of BTL or ATL industry and its working.s
• Well developed conceptual, strategic and analytical abilities.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Capacity to lead and manage multi disciplinary staff, through high level people management and leadership skills.
• Proven high level interpersonal and communication skills including the abilities to liaise and negotiate successfully with executive management, government agencies and members of the Bar
• Capacity to provide high level advice to the Board including presentations and reports
• Ability to effectively manage operational staff within a complex environment
• Drive to ensure organizational improvement with a desire to manage change in a consultative and sensitive manner
• Possession of a qualification in marketing, administration, business, commerce or other relevant field

Send your CV to careers@swivel-marketing.com.

Application closes on 24th December 2010

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Swivel Marketing Finance Manager kenya Job Vacancy

Swivel Marketing Ltd is a marketing support services provider specializing in experiential marketing. We also undertake other outsourced marketing and sales activities such as merchandising, sales activations and gap filling distribution.

Swivel views Africa as its play ground and in the last 4 years, it has opened fully fledged offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana and Zambia. 2011 has its new frontiers too. Our driver is great innovative ideas supported by excellence in execution.

To achieve the above, we need the following additional professionals to join us:

Finance Manager

Role Description

The Finance Manager at Swivel is responsible for the management of the company finances, ensuring the company complies to the regulatory and statutory regulations and the leader in Risk and Mitigation. Ensures all projects have the right costings, stay within agreed budgets and all risks mitigated

Profile & Context:

Swivel Marketing Ltd is a below the line advertising company specializing in Experiential Marketing. Its activities include mobile activations (inclusive of roadshows), In store promotions, Launches well as other unique activations that require face to face communications.

The company was incorporated in Kenya in April 2006 and a year later it opened in Kampala, Uganda. It has since opened up in Tanzania and Ghana. Swivel Marketing Ltd key promise is in delivery of great and fresh ideas into great execution. These is underpinned by the team's key driver: - Excellence in Execution.

To achieve the above, it's imperative that clear visibility and planning of cash resources, management and control of the cash spends as well as mitigation of potential risks are constantly in looked after by a specific role hence the role of a Finance Manager.

Structure of the Organization:

Reporting To: The Managing Director with close relations with the Unit Managers.

Responsibilities

Cash and risk management:-

• Develop cash flow forecasting and maintain a long term cash forecast.
• Manage ongoing banking relationships for maximum efficiency.
• Responsible for the management of Swivels Insurance covers.
• Champion and lead risk management program.
• Ensure appropriate legal and statutory regulations are adhered to and solicit external legal advice as required.

Accounting and Financial controls

• Manage the financial system, ensuing maximum productivity and that it meets the needs of the business today and the future.
• Oversee the continuous improvement of accounting and financial processes and the development of the team with the goal to achieve best practices and optimal output.
• Develop and oversee accounting policies and procedures to meet both current and future business models.
• Oversee the external audit, review and analyze results and recommend for approval the audited financial statements.
• Prepare the financial section of the annual report.

Leadership

• Provide direction and leadership to the accounts team in each business unit and ensure excellent service to the teams.
• Ensure optimal deployment of resources to achieve business goals.
• Develop finance and accounting team goals that are fully aligned with the Swivel Objectives goals.
• Lead and coach the team and recruit and retain high calibre staff.

Management Reporting

• Responsible for the Swivel financial management reporting.
• Present monthly and year-to-date financials with accompanying analysis of results.
• Develop regular reporting and analysis, including key metrics reports, and conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required.
• Ensure financial management reporting tolls and processes are in place to support the ongoing and future needs of the business.
• Develop and prepare a monthly management reporting package.

Budgeting

• Lead the annual business plan development and budgeting process.
• Provide ongoing financial modelling and analysis expertise to Unit Business Leaders.
• Lead the financial modelling and analysis to support the development of long term strategic initiatives and business plans.
• Lead the quarterly outlook process.

The Person

To be successful in this role you will have comprehensive financial management knowledge,

• A university degree in a relevant area as well as accountancy qualification (ACCA, CPA etc.).
• Excellent management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and manage expectations are critical for this role.
• You will possess good planning and communication skills
• Ability to coach and develop the team.
• Well-developed analytical skills,
• Adaptability and flexibility in service delivery are all essential for the role.

Send your resume to careers@swivel-marketing.com.

Not later than : 24th December 2010

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Swivel Marketing Operation Manager Job Vacancy

Swivel Marketing Ltd is a marketing support services provider specializing in experiential marketing. We also undertake other outsourced marketing and sales activities such as merchandising, sales activations and gap filling distribution.

Swivel views Africa as its play ground and in the last 4 years, it has opened fully fledged offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana and Zambia. 2011 has its new frontiers too. Our driver is great innovative ideas supported by excellence in execution.

To achieve the above, we need the following additional professionals to join us:

Operation Manager

Purpose of Role

• To lead the production process of all initiatives/ideas designed for or from the client.
• Planning.
• Ensure that all projects run within the set Key performance Indicators.
• Responsible for delivering the cost Management Agenda i.e. delivering effectively with great efficiency

Context :

Swivel Marketing Kenya established in 2006 with the objective of providing professional services in Below the Line Marketing consultancy, Events management and Promotions.

Swivel rides and is driven by Excellence in Execution of all projects contracted to it. Once projects have being sourced or briefed, there is need to have an overall person to oversee the operationalization in an effective & efficient process. It's against this basis that this position has been established.

Internal Profile

Reporting To: The General Managers.

Lead A team of: Project Managers, Project leaders and Team leaders.

Have strong relationships with: Business Dev Manager, Office Administrator, Business Development team.

External Profile

• Clients' Sales Managers
• Client Brand Managers and Trade Marketing team
• High levels of respect/contact required with Trade partners as well as client.
• Peers in FMCG industry, external industry data sources

Project Planing

• You will oversee the Breakdown of each project and identify tasks and resources required.
• Based on the project, you will resource the project with the relevant team to deliver.
• Sign off all project plans.

Project Resourcing

You will :

• Ensure that the projects are well resourced.
• Head the Recruitment & training processes.
• Ensure database of entire project team and resources exists before kickoff.
• Ensure all project support materials are in place and on time.

Project Implementation and Management

• Champion all projects implementation and management.
• Oversee effective and efficient use of the resources.

Project Evaluation and Reports

• Identify gaps and challenges from each project and plan to resolve or mitigate them.
• Lead the evaluation of each project at each stage.

Qualifications

• 1st degree

Experience

• +3 years Project Management within a commercial environment with bias to FMCG
• Extensive experience in implementing joint working initiatives with internal customers/clients.

Desired Skills

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the project management
• Working knowledge of Account management, Business analysis, Information management.
• Strong Relationships Management .
• Market research literacy.
• Proven communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical ability
• PC skills, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project Manager.
• Understanding of analytical tools...SPSS (Statistical Program for Social Scientists)
• People management skills.
• Ranging tools.
• Merchandising principles.

Send your resume to careers@swivel-marketing.com.Not later than : 24th December 2010

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Gulf African Bank ICT Jobs in Kenya

Gulf African Bank is one of the few fully Sharia'h compliant banks operating in this region. Our products address the needs of not just Muslims, but everyone in the market.

Some of our innovative products have won awards, and our customer service has been labelled exceptional. We are more than just a financial service provider – we are a real partner in business.

We are currently inviting applications for the following vacant positions in ICT Department:

Systems Analyst

Key Responsibility:

Reporting to the Head of IT, the Systems Analyst will be responsible for optimization of business systems processes by leveraging technology through the installed key applications in liaison with the business user community.

The incumbent will develop, implement, monitor, manage, and upgrade business systems so as to ensure efficient, accurate, secure, consistent and timely transaction processing and business and financial reporting.

Main Tasks:

• To analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems
• Perform tasks related to application analysis, programming and design
• Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs
• Develop, document and revise system design procedures, test procedures and quality standards
• To assess the usefulness of pre-developed application packages and reports, and adapt them to the users environment
• Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems and correct errors
• Coordinate and link the computer systems within the bank to increase compatibility
• To ensure compliance with the Bank's IT security policies, standards and procedures

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Oracle DBA, MSDBA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD and RHCE
• At least 3 years working experience in designing, developing and implementing computer systems
• Experience in using programming languages
• Thorough knowledge of ERP, business intelligence, data mining, and flow of business operations
• Must have working knowledge of databases, MS SQL Server and Oracle 9i/10g

Information Security Officer

Key Responsibility:

Reporting to the Head of IT, the Information Security Officer will formulate and implement policies with regards to the Bank's IT security operations.

The incumbent will also be mandated with continuously reviewing existing policies in line with the changes in the business environment. Activities of this role will relate to the protection of information and infrastructure assets against risks of loss, misuse, disclosure or damage.

Main Tasks:

• Develop and manage an incident response and recovery program
• To create security awareness among the Bank's staff and stakeholders
• Work with system administrators to ensure system compliance
• Analyze the logs of the various systems for initiating preventive security measures
• Carry out risk assessment of the information assets for the Bank
• Recommend controls in light of the values, threats, vulnerability and cost
• To participate in the design, setting up, implementation and testing of business continuity and disaster recovery installations within the Bank
• Conduct periodic vulnerability assessment of the IT assets of the Bank
• Ensure adherence to the process within the Bank for creation, modification, access privileges and deletion of user IDs.
• Conduct reviews to assess the access privileges on the basis on need to know

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field
• Must be a Certified Information Security Manager
• Being a Certified Information Systems Auditor will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years relevant working experience managing the information security function of an enterprise or performing such duties
• In-depth understanding of The Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT)
• In-depth understanding of the Code of practice for information security management frameworks (ISO/IEC 27002:2005)

IT Support Specialist

Key Responsibility:

Reporting to the Head of IT, the IT Support Specialist will provide professional IT support services for the core banking system and support business users on business applications.

Main tasks:

• Install, configure and upgrade core banking application environments whenever required
• Implement and maintain the core banking application security
• Ensure that all system changes are fully documented and maintain the documentation
• To liaise with change management team and system users to keep the core banking software up to date by testing and scheduling upgrades and patches
• Plan, document, implement and test backup and fallback procedures for all business applications
• Document and keep track of all IT assets
• Develop, implement and conduct user training for all business applications to maintain high levels of user competence
• Ensure adherence to security standards, including incident reporting
• Install, support and administer servers, printers and the PC network
• Coordinate extraction of business/MIS reports
• Maintain regular data and information backups
• Execute data centre activities
• Manager the Helpdesk operations of the ICT department
• Manage Service Level Agreements

Qualifications, skills and experience required:

• University degree in IT, Computer Science, Mathematics or equivalent
• MCSE, CNNA, A+ or N+
• ITIL Certification will be an added advantage
• At least 1 year working experience in a similar environment with an exposure to MS Exchange, MS Office and performing the IT Helpdesk support role
• Working knowledge of PC hardware, Windows 2003/XP/Vista
• Strong customer service focus, supportive and helpful attitude
• Experience in implementation and management of market research activities

Network Engineer

Key Responsibility:

Reporting to the Head of IT, the Network Engineer will monitor and maintain the Bank's computer systems and networks, support business users, install and configure computer systems, diagnose communication / hardware / software faults and solve technical problems.

The incumbent will also manage networked resources in the Bank including the data communications networks.

Main Tasks:

• To plan and implement network security including building firewalls, applying cryptography, develop IT security policies, procedures and standards within the Bank
• Evaluate hardware, software and peripheral equipment for LAN/WAN/MAN environment for procurement
• Maintain all network documentation
• Work with the Information Security Officer to ensure compliance across the Bank
• Explore new technologies and trends related to computer networks
• Participate in the design, setting up, implementation and testing business continuity and disaster recovery installations with the Bank
• Anticipate communication and networking problems and implement preventative measures
• Management and administration of VoIP
• Ensure optimal use of bandwidth

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or above
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• Microsoft Certified Software Engineer (MCSE) will be an added advantage
• At least 4 years working experience in a similar environment
• Must have demonstrated ability to maintain large network installations in a busy environment with security as a top priority
• Must have a good working knowledge of Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention systems.
• In-dept practical knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol to include complex addressing and subnetting
• Clear understanding of GSM, CDMA, 3G, leased line and E1 circuit and configuration of VPNs on cisco concentrators and Firewalls

Systems Administrator

Key Responsibility:

Reporting to the Head of IT, the Systems Administrator will be responsible for providing high level support for the core banking system in addition to other banking systems that are Oracle and MS SQL based.

Main Tasks:

• Attend to OS, DBMS, and Communications incidents reported to the IT Helpdesk
• To support the Bank's Intranet, e-mail, database and server administration for 24/7 data availability of key systems
• Maintain a log of patches received and applied on the OS and DBMS for efficient version control
• Carry out daily system administrative activities to maintain confidentiality, availability and integrity of OS and DBMS
• Exploit the potential of Unix and Oracle to meet user requirements
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing
• Ensuring Internet and LAN security
• Installation and deployment of relevant application and program software for the Bank
• Manage system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage and response times to maintain operating efficiency

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or recognized equivalent
• Certification in MCSE, CCNA, RHCE, Oracle 9i/10g or 11g
• A minimum of 3 years working experience in a production support environment as a systems administrator
• Experience with Unix scripting, PL/SQL and XML SQL
• Hands-on in Unix environment (preferably AIX)
• Experience in installation and configuration of MS Windows, 2003/2008, Active Directory and MS Windows 2007 Exchange Server
• Extensive theory and practical understanding of MS SQL or Oracle DB architecture and administration

Applications to be sent with detailed CVs and names of three referees and should reach us on or before Monday 20th December 2010 through our recruitment e-mail recruitment@gulfafricanbank.com.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified within two weeks of the closing date.

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Jubilee Insurance Company of Kenya Career Opportunities

We are a leading composite Insurance Company in the East African Region offering a wide range of insurance products and services to individuals, and corporate clientele.

In line with our growth strategy, we wish to invite applications for the position of:

Brand Manager

The overall responsibility will be to develop and execute the Brand strategy of the company which will support the broader marketing strategy.

The Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the brand remains relevant to our customers and our staff, and that all initiatives support the brand promise. Additionally, the person will take a lead in managing vendor partners and communication agencies, and all aspects of their projects.

Key duties will include:

• Stewarding the brand that supports our new brand promise, brand vision, brand positioning, brand architecture and achieving overall business goals for the brand
• Engaging and galvanizing the organization around the brand vision, so they are clear in bringing them to life in their areas of functional expertise
• Managing external agencies to ensure that all initiatives (such as those relating to rebranding, advertising, product campaigns, annual reports, etc) are executed on time, within budget and to the highest standards
• Preparing the Media Strategy for Brand and Product campaigns
• Conducting research on effectiveness of campaigns,and products and brand building activities
• Working closely with the business unit heads to coordinate the launch of new products and associated advertising and branding
• Overseeing the CSR program of the company to ensure that it connects with our brand essence
• Giving direction to the team on PR and Communication matters

Qualifications and experience

• Degree preferably in Marketing, Business or Communications
• At least 5 years experience in brand management or communication development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Claims Adjusters

Key duties will include:

• Dealing with General Claims correspondence
• Processing claims to conclusion
• Compiling and issuing statistical reports
• Effecting in-house assessments
• Ensuring that the experience our customers have with us is of a high standard

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in business (preferably business option)
• Must have passed at least 2 papers in ACII (equivalent)
• 3 years work experience in a similar position

Database Administrator

Key duties will include:

• Installing Oracle server and client software
• Creating, upgrading and patching databases in UNIX (Solaris) and Windows environments
• Performance tuning of databases
• Planning, scheduling and taking Oracle backups

Qualifications and experience

• Must be an Oracle Certified Database Administrator 1 Og/9i
• Proficiency in PL/SQL and VB programming
• Exposure to Project Management, solution delivery, testing and implementation
• 3 years experience in a similar position; Insurance Industry will be added advantage

Agency Development and Training Manager (Life Business)

The overall responsibility will be to enhance Individual Life business development through training and continuous improvement programmes of the field sales force.

Key duties will include:

• Conducting training needs analysis, preparing training manuals and programmes and ensuring that they are executed
• Promoting and ensuring adherence and compliance to statutory requirements
• Overseeing the welfare of the sales team and ensuring that motivational programmes are in place
• Assisting the Life Business Development Manager in setting targets for the sales team and preparing regular reports for analysis and decision making

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelors degree in relevant discipline
• Must hold a Certificate of Proficiency (COP)
• 5 years experience in similar position

Micro Insurance Product Champion (Life Business)

The overall responsibility will be to develop, launch and drive the sales of products specifically designed for the Mass Market.

Key tasks will include:

• Designing and developing products for this market segment
• Setting targets for the various products and strategies for achieving them
• Launching and driving sales through the sales force
• Establishing alternative distribution channels and preparing the necessary agreements with selected partners including Microfinance and Banking institutions
• Conducting research and collecting market intelligence to enable the products to be relevant and feasible
• Ensuring timely booking and collection of premiums

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in relevant discipline
• 3 years experience in product management in the financial services industry
• Experience in an organisation with a Mass Market setting will be an added advantage

Security Officer

Overall responsibility will be to ensure the personal safety of staff, visitors, and property.

Duties will include:

• Enforcing procedural rules and regulations and maintain working knowledge of the locations of various departments, buildings, access routes and admitting requirements.
• Preparing and overseeing disaster preparedness and emergency response plans
• Operating and monitoring security control panels, alarms, and related security equipment to provide area and visitor surveillance
• Patrolling the facility and checking for suspicious occurrences,
• Managing the guards workforce and ensuring that the highest standards of security are maintained by them
• Ensuring the security of the premises after users have left the premises and reporting general maintenance problems to the proper authorities
• Maintains logs and records of occurrences, and escalating them to the necessary authorities

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma in relevant field
• Five years of general experience in security, or law enforcement

Interested candidates should provide a detailed CV, including present position, current remuneration, names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees, copies of professional/educational certificates and send it to:

Group Human Resources Manager,
Jubilee Insurance Co. of Kenya Ltd,
P.O. Box 30376 - 00100 GPO
Nairobi Kenya.

Or Email: recruitment@jubileekenya.com

Closing date of applications: 22 December 2010

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Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Somalia/Kenya Career / kenyan job Opportunities

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Somalia/Kenya is a two Country Program with four field offices in Dadaab (Kenya), Hargeisa (Somaliland), Bossaso (Puntland) and Mogadishu (South Central).

NRC has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and expanded to Puntland in 2006, Mogadishu and Dadaab in 2007.

In a short time NRC established Education, Shelter/Sanitation, Distribution and Camp Management projects for IDPs, refugees and local population in Somalia and Kenya.

NRC also has a coordination office in Nairobi, Kenya that was established in 2006.

Position Vacant: Assistant Program Support Manager - Logistics

Reporting to: Program Support Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, with frequent travel to the field offices in Kenya & Somalia.

Duration of Contract: January 2011 to 31st December 2011 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for overseeing regional logistical and procurement activities.
• Responsible for overseeing the flow of information in regard to changes to procurement/logistics guidelines to staff in the field offices
• Responsible for reviewing and updating standardized contracts/agreements between NRC and the supplier(s) to meet the requirement of NRC and other donors.
• Guide the logistics department in all strategic planning activities in relation to the country strategy.
• Ensure efficient and effective delivery of services within Kenya and Somalia.
• Ensure compliance with various government rules and regulations.
• Negotiation and contracting with suppliers, vendors, providers and contractors of goods and services protecting the interest of NRC in the same in relation to pricing, quality, time, delivery etc.
• Work closely with the AMs, PMs and support departments to prepare quarterly procurement plans.
• Ensure that proper procurement tracking systems are adhered to in all the field offices.
• Ensure that procurement status reports are updated at all times and are shared with the programme and finance staff on weekly basis.
• Ensuring the safety and security of NRC’s warehouse personnel and property.
• Ensure that Inventory reports are prepared as required internally by NRC and/or by donors (monthly, quarterly, yearly)
• Organize or conduct on job trainings for staff working under Logistics department. If required, recommend external trainings.
• Coordinate and oversee all logistics/procurement activities in Nairobi and Dadaab.
• Management and supervision of the Logistics staff, including performance monitoring and appraisals for Nairobi staff.
• Agresso follow up and compliance with the procedures.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Relevant university degree, preferably in Logistics, Procurement and/or Supply Chain or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years working experience in a busy Logistics department preferably with INGO or UN.
• Experience in training and capacity building of staff.
• Understanding of various donors requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in the English, both oral and written
• Goal oriented and has the ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
• Strong staff management skills and excellent cross-cultural skills.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field offices in Somalia and Dadaab; Applicants should hold valid travel documents.

Position Vacant: Logistics/Procurement Officer - Somalia

Reporting to: Assistant Program Support Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, with frequent travel to the field offices in Somalia

Duration of Contract: January 2011 to 31st December 2011 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:

• Provide guidance and advice to field staff on policy issues related to procurement and contract issues.
• Implement internal controls and procedures designed to ensure strict compliance with the NRC Logistics (procurement) handbook and the standard operating procedures detailed therein.
• Ensure that NRC has an up to date and competitive vendor listing for the supply of goods and services.
• Seek quarterly approval from the APSM for current vendor listing.
• Constant research to broaden and ensure a vendor base which is not only reliable but of high quality and competitively priced
• Ensure that all requests are appropriately signed by authorized staff.
• Organize and prioritize purchases according to the nature of the request. (Urgent, small items, international purchases, services etc) and assign appropriately for action.
• Ensure that all goods ordered and received from overseas have adequate documentation (airway bills, bill of lading, commercial invoice, insurance certificates and any other relevant documents).
• Resolve complaints from the field on all purchased goods and services as well as disputes with suppliers.
• Ensure all NRC assets are placed on the standard NRC inventory template and disseminate inventory of items awaiting shipment to field offices in Somalia.
• Regular field visits to offer support to the field.
• Coordinate with clearing agents when necessary.
• Prepare weekly and monthly procurement status reports for submission to APSM
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Relevant university degree, preferably in Logistics or Procurement or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years working experience in a busy Logistics department preferably with INGO or UN.
• Understanding of various donors requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in the English, both oral and written
• Training skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent working knowledge in Microsoft Office.

Desired Skill:

• Knowledge of Somali context will be an added advantage.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field offices in Somalia.

Applicants should hold valid travel documents.

Position Vacant: Regional Logistics Assistant

Reporting to: Assistant Program Support Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi

Duration of Contract: January 2011 to 31st December 2011 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:

• Provide support in form of general logistics and procurement of goods and services for project activities in Somalia, Kenya and other NRC offices within the region.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods, services and equipment.
• Receive all supplies delivered to the Nairobi office and ensure that supplies are received in good condition together with correct D/Notes, Invoices and export documents.
• Assist in preparation of documentation for bids committee meetings.
• Assist in following up on repairs of equipment and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain proper files of requisitions, quotations and purchase orders
• Organize for the dispatch of goods and equipment whenever required and ensure that packing list, waybills and export documentations are prepared.
• Prepare transport documentation accompanying dispatches such as packing lists, waybills and loading details to accompany shipment.
• Register all incoming Requisitions and update status report on procurement for inclusion and circulation in the weekly status report
• In charge of inventory control/procurement of consumables and office supplies at Nairobi and ensure available stock in office store.
• Manage the logistics storage space/stores monitoring and recording all movements of materials.
• Together with the lead driver/fleet supervisor follow up on fuel consumption and prompt payment of fuel suppliers.
• Perform any other duties as is delegated by the supervisor

Required skills and qualifications:

• Relevant university degree or higher education, preferably in Logistics or Supply Chain Management or equivalent work experience
• At least 3 years working experience in a busy Logistics department preferably with INGO or UN.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in the English, both oral and written
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent working knowledge in Microsoft Office.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Position Vacant: Grants Officer

Reporting to: Finance Coordinator

Duty Station: Nairobi, with frequent travel to the field offices in Somalia and Kenya

Duration of Contract: January 2011 to 31st December 2011 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:

• Review and analyze the monthly Project Summary
• Participate in the preparation and review of project budget proposals and all budget revisions.
• In collaboration with PSM/FAM/FC, prepare the administrative budget for Nairobi coordination office. Ensure that the Nairobi Administrative budget is fully funded and provide monthly budget monitoring to PSM/FAM/FC.
• Ensure that the budget monitoring is done for each project on monthly basis. Based on the budget monitoring and procurement plan, provide analysis and recommendations on the status and feasibility in future spending to the PMs/AMs and FAM/FC. This will require frequent field visits to work with PMs on budgeting issues.
• Preparation and regular updating of Budget proposal overview (BPO).
• Ensure that that NRC Somalia/Kenya mission is meeting all donor and NRC rules and regulations pertaining to finance and procurement.
• Prepare all donor reports and work with auditors for the audit/verification of reports.
• Ensure that agreements with donors, financial and project audit reports are properly filed.
• Organize NRC and donor rules and regulations training to Project staff, finance, administration and logistics staff (including PMs and AM).
• Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the supervisor.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• Good working knowledge of excel spreadsheets/ work processing packages
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written.
• Organizational and management skills.
• Understanding of various donor requirements.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field offices in Somalia and Dadaab; Applicants should hold valid travel documents.

Position Vacant: Logistics/Procurement Officer - Kenya

Reporting to: Assistant Program Support Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, with frequent travel to the field offices in Kenya

Duration of Contract: January 2011 to 31st December 2011 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:

• Provide guidance and advice to field staff on policy issues related to procurement and contract issues.
• Implement internal controls and procedures designed to ensure strict compliance with the NRC Logistics (procurement) handbook and the standard operating procedures detailed therein.
• Ensure that NRC has an up to date and competitive vendor listing for the supply of goods and services.
• Seek quarterly approval from the APSM for current vendor listing.
• Constant research to broaden and ensure a vendor base which is not only reliable but of high quality and competitively priced
• Ensure that all requests are appropriately signed by authorized staff.
• Organize and prioritize purchases according to the nature of the request. (Urgent, small items, international purchases, services etc) and assign appropriately for action.
• Ensure that all goods ordered and received from overseas have adequate documentation (airway bills, bill of lading, commercial invoice, insurance certificates and any other relevant documents).
• Resolve complaints from the field on all purchased goods and services as well as disputes with suppliers.
• Ensure all NRC assets are placed on the standard NRC inventory template and disseminate inventory of items awaiting transportation to field-offices in Kenya.
• Regular field visits to offer support to the field.
• Coordinate with clearing agents when necessary.
• Prepare weekly and monthly procurement status reports for submission to APSM
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor..

Required skills and qualifications:

• Relevant university degree, preferably in Logistics or Procurement or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years working experience in a busy Logistics department preferably with INGO or UN.
• Understanding of various donors requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in the English, both oral and written
• Training skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent working knowledge in Microsoft Office.

This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to the field offices in Kenya.

Deadline for Applications: 31st December 2010

Applications should be submitted to:

Norwegian Refugee Council,
P O Box 21211-00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Email Address: recruitment_nb@som.nrc.no

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted

The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.

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BAT Senior Leaf Technician Job in Kenya

Job Title: Senior Leaf Technician

Function: Operations

Reference Number: wo/ECA/OPS/08-12-10/01

Job Grade: 33

No. of Vacancies: 3

Location: Kenya

Reporting To: Leaf Buying Manager

Response Deadline: 22 December 2010

Job Summary

To supervise extension services to achieve agreed quantity, quality and cost objectives

Key Responsibilities

• Timely prepare, obtain approval from the LBM, implement and continuously monitor a crop action plan for the production of the agreed quality, quantity and cost of tobacco leaf.
• Timely evaluate and communicate to the LBM progress on the approved action plan and leaf centre objectives to enable timely, effective and efficient decision making.
• Disseminate as appropriate company policy on Growing Tobacco to farmers and the community for good corporate image
• Supervise leaf purchases, to ensure that leaf buying is carried out in a timely and accurate manner within company approved grading, pricing and policy.
• Effectively supervise loan issued to farmers to ensure crop quality and quantity objectives are met while minimizing risk of loan defaulting
• Identify, evaluate and manage business risks within the supervision units’ environment, implementing short and long term management measures while obtaining necessary approvals from the LBM.
• Train, develop and motivate all staff to ensure optimal individual output.

Skills and Experience

• General knowledge of all company operations.
• Ability to develop a credible and professional relationship with middle line management.
• Demonstrate a strong level of understanding of modern training and development principles, philosophies, methodologies and media and further demonstrate an ability to apply in the work place and at farmer level.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills coupled with excellent communication ability.

Education

• Minimum BSc in Agriculture or Horticulture or Agronomy or related subject with a minimum of 2 years working experience in the field

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.

To apply visit our website on www.batecacareers.com

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World Vision Africa Urban Programming Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Urban Programming Coordinator

Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: December 24 2010

Purpose of the Job:

The regional urban adviser will undertake high level networking, provide technical advice and secure effective partnerships in the East African region to ensure high quality, sustainable urban programming in selected National Offices in East Africa.

In consultation with the region, the Urban Centre of Expertise and NOs, the regional urban adviser will:

Key Tasks/Principal Accountabilities:

• Assess current East Africa WV urban and external programs in the region and identify areas for growth, partnership and development
• Analyse urban trends, monitor intergovernmental groups, UN organizations and NGOs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of urban programming.
• Network, build and broker partnerships in international donor circles and research institutions to support WV field work and keep abreast of political developments nationally and in the region
• Ensure the continuous exchange of information on achievements and best practice including via an Urban Learning Network and Events
• Develop field urban capacity by establishing an Urban Centre of Learning in a National Office in consultation with the region and the Urban CoE.
• Develop evidence based urban resource materials to enhance program quality and effectiveness in the Africa region.
• Collaborate with sectoral and ministry teams to prioritise urban poverty
• Collaborate with marketing to develop new funding models suitable for urban contexts and support National Offices to target multi-lateral and grant funding sources.
• Provided strategic advice to select WV offices and Regions to develop their urban strategy
• Explore and adapt new organizational processes to respond to the urban environment

Qualifications

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in any of the following areas: urban studies, political, economic, social or philosophical sciences, preferably in combination with international relations.
• A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in urban programming and management issues, of which preferably at least three at the international level.

Person Specification

• Strong networker with contacts in Kenyan and regional donor circles and political knowledge
• Sound understanding of urban theories, practice and programming.
• Good analytical, research and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver work programs to agreed deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective relationships in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.

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 30th December, 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Safaricom Senior Radio Planning Optimization Engineer Job in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Nairobi Regional Network Department within the Technical Division.

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

Senior Radio Planning Optimization Engineer
Ref: TECHNICAL_SRPOE_Dec 2010

Reporting to the Senior Regional Network Planning Manager-Nairobi, the holder of the position will perform frequency, capacity and cell planning, monitor cluster KPI’s and optimize the network.

You will also maintain accurate site database/ standards for BSS database parameters and resolve escalated customer issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously review the frequency plan to accommodate new sites and ensure overall reduction in interference levels;
• Analyze traffic trends and generate Capacity upgrade plans in line with traffic models that will meet the objective;
• Plan for new sites in accordance with the agreed triggers for capacity, quality and coverage sites and release accurate nominal plans;
• Continuously monitor the quality KPI’s on drive test, scanners and customer complains and trigger corrective optimization plans and manage to completion;
• Prioritize customer complaints and provide a solution(s)/ recommendation(s) within the agreed time frame;
• Prepare re-homing plans and streamline LAC borders in accordance to CNP’s request and radio trigger levels thresholds.

Minimum requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Science, with an emphasis in Radio communications;
• 3 years experience in telecommunication with 1 year’s minimum in GSM hands–on experience in Radio Network planning;
• Practical knowledge on use of radio planning tool and nominal cell planning;
• Candidates with experience in Siemens or Huawei BSS equipment will have an added advantage;
• Knowledge in tele-traffic Engineering is a plus.

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

The deadline for application is Friday 17th December 2010.

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

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Danish Refugee Council Jobs in Kenya

Danish Refugee Council has been implementing the Restoration of Farm Infrastructure and Rural Livelihoods Project in Molo and Kuresoi Districts in the Rift Valley Province in Partnership with the Ministry of State for Special Programs.

In an effort to expand its scope and coverage, DRC seeks to fill the following positions for the Kenya Program.

1. Head of Sub Offices (2)

• To supervise and provide managerial oversight, leadership and assistance to the field staff;
• Strengthen communication channels and networking with local authorities and other stakeholders and ensure good relations are maintained;
• To regularly monitor project implementation, related expenditure and periodic reporting as may be required.
• This is a field position and the job holder will be expected to spend 80% of the time conducting on-site supervision and coordinating shelter construction and livelihood activities in the designated DRC field office

Requirements: University degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, or related field; At least 3 years’ Project Management experience with an NGO.

2. Shelter Supervisors (3): Responsible for organizing the building works, training local artisans and supervising builders. Monitoring the quality of building materials and reporting on shelter activities.

Requirements: Higher Diploma in construction technology. At least 2 year’s experience in supervision of construction projects.

3. Livelihood/Group Savings and Loans Officer (1): Responsible for the implementation and supervision of re-establishment of economic activities in targeted IDP resettlement areas in the Rift Valley, Mobilizing and training IDPs on Group Savings and Loans

Requirements: Degree in Community Development or Business Administration. At least three years experience in similar position, and experience in Group Savings and Loan Methodology.

4. Logistics and Procurement Assistants (2): Responsible for all the logistics/
procurement functions in the DRC Field Office in liaison with the Regional Procurement Manager. This includes fleet and supply chain management in accordance with DRC and donor standards.

Requirements: Higher Diploma in Logistics or Purchasing and supplies from a recognized institution with at least 3-years work experience.

5. Human Resources Officer (1): Responsible for management of the human resources functions in the Kenya programme. This includes reviewing the existing HR policies in liaison with the Regional HR Manager, enlightening staff on the policies and maintains staff records.

Requirements: Degree in Human Resource Management. Two years working experience in a similar position.

6. Finance & Administration Assistant (1): To provide financial and administrative services at the Field Office and ensure effective and efficient operations. Carry out all bank and cash transactions, booking of expenses for the field office ensuring proper authorization and coding of expenses. S/he will ensure compliance to DRC procurement procedures

Requirements: CPA II with three years work experience in a similar role preferably in humanitarian sector.

Applicants are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their qualifications and why they are interested in the post together with an updated CV.

Applications to be sent to drcjobs@drckenya.org, clearly indicating the position applied for as the subject heading.

Please note all positions are on 6 month contract with possibility of extension.

Deadline for receiving applications is Wednesday December 22, 2010.

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Carnivore Restaurant Entertainment Manager Job in Kenya

Have you got what it takes to be a great Entertainment Manager?

We are looking for an Entertainment Manager with talent, enthusiasm and initiative.

The successful candidate should have skills in sales and marketing and mass communications.

In addition to this you must be passionate about music and be thoroughly conversant with the current trends of the local and international entertainment scene.

You must also have a solid technical ability in sound engineering, maintenance of sound and nightclub lighting equipment as well as the ability to plan and execute various types of indoor and outdoor events.

We offer a competitive package and a great opportunity in the heart of the entertainment world.

Please send your applications, detailed CV and copies of certificates and testimonial to:

The HR Manager
The Carnivore Restaurant
P.O Box 56685-00200
Email: human.resources@tamarind.co.ke

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Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre Jobs in Mombasa

The Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre seeks to recruit suitable persons to fill the following positions:

Project Officer

• Degree in project management.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in project management /or fundraising.
• Creative & innovative, detail-minded, self-driven & motivated with project management ability.
• Aggressive and result-oriented attitude to achieve targets, preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Excellent managerial skills (planning and organizational skills, reporting, problem solving capabilities, innovative and industrious).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, Computer literacy.
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

Registered Nurse

• A Diploma in KRCHN with at least 2 years experience in a busy clinic or hospital
• Training and/or experience in theatre nursing
• Demonstrated ability in supervision
• Basic skills in ophthalmology will be an added advantage
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

IT personnel

• Diploma in IT – software development, web and application development
• At least two years of professional experience in IT
• Programming & Networking:
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

Social worker

• A Diploma or higher in social work.
• Keen interviewing and assessment skills, & able to keep patient confidentiality
• 2 years of social work experience in a medical setting and/or work with children is preferred.
• Knowledge of Social work processes with skills in counseling, case work, group work and community organization.
• Born again Christian is an added advantage

If you meet these requirements, submit your application together with a detailed CV including your current remuneration, copies of relevant certificates, names and contacts of 3 referees and a daytime telephone to reach the undersigned not later than 23rd December 2010.

Human Resource
Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre
P.O Box 81465-80100
Mombasa

Email: lighthouse@lighteyecentre.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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Pwani University College Human Resources Manager Job in Kenya

Pwani University College, a premier University College at the Coast which is an equal opportunity employer, situated in the beautiful scenic tourist resort town of Kilifi, has the following employment opportunity:

Human Resources Manager
Grade 12
AD/01/12/2010
1 Post

The Human Resource Manager will be responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing personnel policies and procedures for Pwani University College Kilifi, and will report directly to the Deputy Principal (Administration and Finance).

Duties include:

• Developing, Reviewing and updating the human resource policies as necessary;
• Ensuring that human resource policies and practices of Pwani University College comply with Kenyan Labour Laws, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Standards, Workman’s Injury Benefit Act requirements, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and Kenyan Universities human resource policies;
• Providing supervision, support and guidance to the Pwani University College human resources staff;
• Developing a recruitment strategy for permanent, contract and volunteer/attachment staff; coordinating the hiring process and interviews; and ensuring that newly hired staff members are oriented and inducted into Pwani University College culture and work practices;
• Developing and implementing the staff performance evaluation process;
• Assessing staff training needs, developing annual training plans including health, safety and security training;
• coordinating staff health insurance and retirement benefit schemes;
• coordinating response to medical emergencies that staff members may experience;
• Performing other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and Deputy Principal (Administration and Finance).

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management, Law, Business, or a related field;
• minimum of three years experience in general human resource management;
• Thorough knowledge of Labour Laws;
• Demonstrated knowledge of performance management systems and performance evaluation;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Computer literacy, (word processing, PowerPoint, database and spreadsheet applications and email communication);
• ability to maintain confidentiality and high performance standards with constant attention to detail;
• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to represent the best interests of Pwani University College.

Applications (2 copies) for the above positions should include up to date CVs, providing details of age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email address, telephone and names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials.

The interested applicants and referees must write to:

The Principal,
Pwani University College,
P. O Box 195-801108, Kilifi.

To reach him not later than Friday 24th December 2010,

E-Mail: info@pwaniuniversity.ac.ke

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Administrative Assistant Job Vacancy in Kenya

We are a company that deploys suitable technologies to curb environmental degradation in various countries. In Kenya, we are deploying energy-saving firewood cook stoves in all parts of the country.

We are currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Administrative Assistant.

Posts: 1
Reporting to: Kenya Business Director
Start date: February 1, 2011

Responsibilities

Will include, but not limited to:

• Receive incoming calls and correspondence
• General office administration including filing of mail and documents
• Assist in the coordination of logistics for movement of goods to customers
• Follow up on accounts receivable as instructed
• Compile sales, manufacturing and operations data and other information needed for management reports
• Set up accommodation and entertainment arrangements for company visitors

Minimum requirements

• Diploma in Business Administration or related field of study with at least two years experience in a similar role
• Experience in basic accounting will be an added advantage
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili

Email CV with 3 referees to: hrkenya@theparadigmproject.org

Email must be titled “Administrative Assistant”

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Business Development Executives Jobs in Kenya

We are a company that deploys suitable technologies to curb environmental degradation in various countries. In Kenya, we are deploying energy-saving firewood cook stoves in all parts of the country.

We are currently seeking a qualified candidates to fill 5 positions of Business Development Executive.

Posts: 5
Reporting to: Kenya Business Director
Duty stations: Kisumu (1), Mombasa (1), Nyeri (1), Nairobi (1), Nakuru/Eldoret (1)
Start date: February 1, 2011

Responsibilities

Will include, but not limited to:

• Generate new sales leads and meet sales targets
• Gather market intelligence and information on customer complaints/preferences
• Follow up on accounts receivables on goods sold
• Train the people at the point of sale on filling of warranty information and other required information

Minimum requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Sales and Marketing or related field of study with at least two years selling fast moving consumer goods or general merchandise in a highly competitive business environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good verbal and written communication
• Good negotiation skills
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili
• Entrepreneurial with ability to generate new sales leads and meet sales targets

Email CV with 3 referees to: hrkenya@theparadigmproject.org

Email must be titled “Business Development Executive”

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JKUAT Head of Finance Jobs in Kenya

mo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) is 9001:2008 ISO Certified and has established campuses which offer academic programmes at the diploma, graduate and postgraduate degree levels.

The University's vision is "to be a University of Global Excellence in Training, Research and Innovation for Development"

JKUAT now invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following position in the University:

Head of Finance
Ref No: 211/IA/DN

This is the senior most position in the university's finance Department and calls for maturity and dedication.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Planning & Development) the successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of the university's finances, accounting and financial control systems.

The Head of Finance will ensure that the university has the appropriate systems to enable it collect all the revenue due to it and to meet all its financial obligations

Key duties will include the management and coordination of a large staff, financial planning, monitoring and control of expenditure

Applicants should hold an MBA degree, an accounting qualification CPA(K), ACCA etc, and be members in good standing, of a recognized professional accounting body, e.g. ICPAK

They should have at least fifteen (15) years all round experience in accounting and finance at senior management level preferably gained in a university setup.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 10th January, 2011

Detailed applications showing the applicant's academic and professional qualifications, copies of certificates and testimonials, working experience, salary and the names and contacts of three referees should be forwarded to:-

Hawkins Associates Ltd.
Human Resources Consultants
215, Muthangari Rd, Lavington
P.O.Box 30684, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya

Tel: 254(020)3864260,
Fax 254(020)3864273

E-Mail: hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

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Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Teaching Jobs in Mombasa

Chemistry/ Mathematics
1 Post

Applications are invited for the aforementioned teaching post.

Applicants must be holders of either a Bachelor of Education degree or relevant diploma with teaching experience of not less than 3 years.

Salary will depend on qualifications and experience and will be above those of TSC.

Interested candidates should provide details of qualifications, experience and age.

Applications accompanied by photostat copies of all relevant testimonials and certificates should reach:-

The Secretary,
Board of Governors,
Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Secondary and Technical School
P.O Box 90419,
Mombasa

Not later than 22nd December, 2010.

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Thika District Teachers Sacco Society Ltd Jobs in Kenya

A leading Sacco within Kiambu County is seeking suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the following vacancies in its establishment

Finance Manager

Qualifications Including Personal Qualities

• C.P.A (K) or its recognized equivalent and Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) or its Equivalent.
• Have at least 5 years relevant experience
• Be between 35-40 years of age.
• Flare in Current Financial and Business Trends.
• Computer literate.
• Have unquestionable Integrity.
• Excellent Human Resource Management Skills.
• Good Command of the English and Kiswahili Language.

Internal Auditor

Qualifications Including Personal Qualities

• C.P.A (K) or its recognized equivalent. A Bachelor of Commerce, BA Accounting or any other recognized equivalent qualification would be an added advantage.
• 3 years relevant experience.
• Be between 30-40 years of age.
• Excellent communication and human relation skills.
• Well versed with contemporary legal, taxation and business trends.
• Computer literate.
• Unquestionable integrity.

Marketing Officer

Qualifications Including Personal Qualities

• Bachelor of Commerce Marketing option or any other first Degree with a marketing option or its recognized equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years experience in marketing
• Computer literate
• Excellent communications skills Good Public Relations
• Be between 30-35 years old.
• Good command of English and Kiswahili language.

I.T Assistant

Qualifications Including Personal Qualities

• Form VI or mean Grade C+ with Higher Diploma in Computer systems from reputable University or College plus Networking Certificate with five years experience in a related financial Institution OR
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, systems technology and a minimum of three years experience in a related financial institution.
• Certified in Networking
• Certificate in information systems auditing.
• Be between 30-35 years old.
• Any related professional certificate will be an added advantage.
• High Level Integrity
• Keen on Accuracy and Detail
• Good Communications Skills
• Basic qualifications in accounting.

If you feel you have the necessary qualifications and experience, please apply to the undersigned quoting your telephone contact, three referees, experience and expected salary on or before 27th December 2010.

The Chairperson
Thika District Teachers Sacco Society Ltd
P.O Box 1842-01000
Thika.

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Upcoming TV Station Jobs in Kenya

An upcoming TV Station seeks to recruit competent, highly motivated and experienced individuals for the following positions:

1. Marketing and Advertising Manager
2. Production Manager
3. Editors
4. Studio Technical operators
5. IT Technicians
6. Graphic Designers
7. Cameramen
8. Advertising Executives

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications, enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, daytime contacts and addresses of 3 professionally relevant referees to reach the undersigned by Wednesday, 22nd December 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

DNA No. 798
P.O Box 49010-00100 GPO
Nairobi, Kenya.

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AWF Information Technology Officer Job in Kenya

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is the leading international conservation organization focused solely on the African continent.

Since its' inception in 1961, AWF has recognized that Africa's wildlife resources and ecosystems are critical to the prosperity of Africa and its people.

AWF's mission is, together with the people of Africa, to ensure that the wildlife and wild lands of Africa will endure forever.

AWF currently seeks to hire an Information Technology Officer to be based in its Headquarter Office in Nairobi, Kenya.

Reporting to the Director, Information Technology, he/she will provide information systems and technology support, administer and maintain operating stability and ensure efficiency and security of AWF network systems and infrastructure.

In addition, the IT Officer will participate in conducting technology research, purchases, deploy and configure new hardware and software, provide user training and support.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a bachelor's degree in information technology or Computer Science or a diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology with at least 6 years of relevant work experience in a busy environment
• Have a minimum of 4 years experience in a busy work environment
• Have a minimum of at least 3 years in windows 2003/8 server and exchange 2003/2007 installation plus user support.
• have done an MCSE 2003 or MCITP
• Have good interpersonal skills; good team skills and able to work without supervision
• Have good communication skills
• Have the ability to configure firewalls and first level network security
• Have working knowledge of accounting systems (Navision) and terminal /Citrix services.
• Have the ability to configure and install Video conference facility and VOIP solutions deploying Cisco and Tandberg equipment.
• Have CCNA, Structured cabling installer (DLI); and Database administration using Microsoft SQL server 2005
• A professional operating environment with latitude to innovate and deliver value as well as a competitive reward package is available to the right person who shares an interest in AWF's mission and core values.

If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications please send a cover letter, your detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and names of three referees to Humanresources@awfke.org.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Closing Date: December 22, 2010

For further information on the position and AWF, please visit www.awf.org

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AWF Payroll & Benefits Officer Job in Kenya

The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), an international conservation organization headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions;

Payroll & Benefits Officer

AWF currently seeks to hire a Payroll & Benefits Officer to be based in its Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

The Payroll & Benefits Officer will be a member of the Human Resources team and will be responsible for processing all employee new hires, separations, and changes into AWF’s payroll systems, and handling and processing of all benefit related transactions of the same.

The successful candidate would:

• Generate staff contracts and offer letters for all AWF Staff.
• Administer AWF’s various payroll systems, updating data to reflect new hires, terminations, changes in employment terms and benefits eligibility.
• Facilitate timely payroll, semi-monthly for US-based staff, monthly for Africa-based staff.
• Ensure that staff receive payroll on or before agreed upon pay dates.
• Reconcile payroll reports to general ledger quarterly.
• Ensure that quarterly and year-end tax reports are correct and accurately reflect payroll data.
• Administer staff medical and insurance related programs, coordinating with vendors to ensure timely enrollment of staff, and any periodic re-enrollment periods. Benefits include medical insurance, life/accident/disability insurances, travel insurances, and US-based tax deferred flexible spending accounts.
• Administer AWF’s staff retirement savings plans.
• Responds timely to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits. Acts as liaison as necessary between staff and benefits administrators.
• Tracks other contractual benefits such as expatriate home leave, relocation and repatriation, tax-equity adjustments, acting allowances, etc.
• Prepares payroll related journal entries for posting by general ledger accounting team.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be fully fluent in both French and English.
• Bachelor’s Degree or/and a Higher Diploma in Human Resource, business, finance, accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant part 1 or equivalent
• 5 years work experience in accounting and/or human resources, with demonstrable knowledge regarding payroll operations and law. The ideal candidate will have experience in multinational payroll, including the United States.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle challenging situations quickly, accurately, and cordially.
• Ability to exercise discretion with the highest respect for confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong level of competence with Excel, accounting/HR information systems, and payroll systems.

Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a detailed CV, including a daytime telephone contact and three referees to HumanResources@awfke.org by December 17, 2010.

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.

AWF is an equal opportunity employer.

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