Human Resources Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya Horn Relief

Position Title: Human Resources Officer (HRO)

Position Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 1 year (renewable)

Starting date: Immediate

Application deadline: 22nd January 2012 Horn Relief will conduct tentatively conduct interviews on week of 30th January 2012

Vacancy contact: Human Resource Manager - vacancies@hornrelief.org

Organizational Background

Horn Relief is an expanding and vibrant African-based international organization, working with communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive.

We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming.

Horn Relief has been strengthening rural livelihood and delivering innovative humanitarian aid and development programs for the past 20 years.

Currently, we have programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our present donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, and UNICEF, among others. Horn Relief is an exciting, dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

General Description of the Role:

The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to Human Resource Department in all HR functions and ensure the timely and accurate execution of the day-to-day administrative and Human Resources support requirements of Horn Relief.

The person must be able to project a professional Organizational image through in-person and phone interaction and will be a full-time member of the Horn Relief staff, working with the team in Nairobi, Kenya, and reports and works closely with the Senior Human Resources Officer.

Responsibilities:

1) Recruitment

• Assist in advertisement of open positions as appropriate by identifying relevant advertising forums. Ensure that all vacancy bulletins are circulated to field offices.
• Handle the recruitment activities such as interview arrangement, including preparation of appropriate documents and liaising with candidates as instructed. Inform job applicants of their acceptance or rejection for employment.

2) Orientation

• To arrange and monitor induction for all staff and ensure that meetings are arranged, objectives met and that feedback is obtained. Ensure that the induction pack is maintained and kept up to date.

3) Employee Database Management

• Maintain the staff database (currently to be on Excel) and the personnel files for all staff in the Programmes; and collect and maintain basic details for all staff.
• To keep management informed of contracts end dates, probation dates, Performance Review dates and constantly ensures that the contracts database is up to date.

4) Training

• Maintain master calendar of training and needs assessments.
• Keep a record of all training calendars for the current year
• Ensure that staff who have attended training sponsored by Horn Relief write a report on the training in the format designed for HRD

5) Separation

• To ensure that when a member of staff separates from the Organization exit interviews are conducted, equipment or documents are retrieved, final payments have been arranged with Finance and that the personal file is closed.

6) Support to Field HR Assistants

• Support and assist in coordinating HR communication between other offices and Nairobi.
• Ensure that standard Horn Relief forms etc. are made available to the field.

7) Benefits

• Monitor dates relating to balances of Annual leave and sickness absence and advise staff accordingly.
• To ensure employee medical records are up to date and that arrangements are made for any medical treatment that is required. To ensure that staff have current National Hospital Insurance Funds cards.
• To process insurance claims on behalf of staff and ensure that all relevant policies are up to date.

8) Other

• Any other duty as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent
• Post graduate training in Human Resources function
• Minimum of 3 years HR/Admin experience from an NGO setting.
• Substantial knowledge of Kenyan employment law / labour laws and immigration procedures
• In-depth understanding of HR ethics of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously, be flexible, and be willing to assume a range of unanticipated assignments Multi-tasking with positive attitude
• Excellent IT skills, in particular Word, Excel, email
• Ability to occasionally travel to Somalia and other Field Programmes

Competencies

• A strong commitment to Diversity issues, Equal Opportunities and capacity building
• Must be tactful, diplomatic and possess the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of an organization
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional and friendly communication style, with the ability to field calls from a diverse group
• Excellent attention to detail and organization
• Extra-ordinary patience and willingness to learn
• Flexibility and ability to handle pressure

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 22nd January 2012.

The selection committee will review all applications as they are received.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No phone calls please.

Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application should include the following:

• Application letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and current contact information
• CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees
• Professional references (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at hornreliefjobs@gmail.com AND vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: “Human Resources Officer”.

Submission of this information should reach Horn Relief by 22nd January 2012.

Website: www.hornrelief.org

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Logistics and Security Officer Job in Nairobi, Horn Relief Kenya

Position Title: Logistics and Security Officer (LSO)

Position Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 1 year (renewable)

Starting date: Immediate

Application deadline: 22nd January 2012 Horn Relief will conduct tentatively conduct interviews on week of 30th January 2012

Vacancy contact: Human Resource Manager vacancies@hornrelief.org

Organizational Background

Horn Relief is an expanding and vibrant African-based international organization, working with communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive.

We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming.

Horn Relief has been strengthening rural livelihood and delivering innovative humanitarian aid and development programs for the past 20 years.

Currently, we have programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our present donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, and UNICEF, among others. Horn Relief is an exciting, dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

General Description of the Role

Under the direct supervision of the Logistics & Security Manager, the LSO will be responsible for Horn Relief’s administrative logistics and security with responsibility over the sections of Procurement, Transportation, Warehousing / Assets, Communication, Equipment Maintenance, and Reporting.

The Logistics and Security Officer will be responsible for ensuring quality in logistics support across Horn Relief HQ, field offices, and projects. He/She will also ensure the logistics function is delivering timely, cost-effective, high quality and appropriate support; and supporting field teams in achieving and maintaining minimum standards in logistics work.

Responsibilities and Key Duties

Procurement

• Ensure that procurement tracking is current and updated.
• Ensure timely & accurate logistical reporting to country management
• Continuously assess the market for new procurement opportunities; explore new areas for purchase in relation to the HR regional harmonization.
• Ensure timely delivery of program supplies to field sites in line with program implementation; assist in the development, monitoring and review of procurement plans
• Coordinate customs clearing processes for international procurement.

Transport and Travel

• Undertake all bookings and coordination with flight operators for the movement of staff and cargo.
• Arrange for road transportation of goods when necessary
• Ensure that vehicles are periodically scheduled for maintenance

Warehousing / Assets

• Ensure that asset tracking databases are current.
• Ensure that all HR assets and equipment are properly assessed and documented (incl. physical location and condition) to contribute to an updated country program asset register.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed and stored in readiness for external and internal audit requirements.
• To make sure that all warehouse paper trail are in place
• To carry out periodic Stock checks and to provide physical count of random items in the warehouses when in use. To perform spot check of warehouse paperwork including Stock Cards, delivery and receipt papers.
• When necessary, make up the Monthly Warehouse reports for Nairobi and field warehouses in use and submit this to the Financial Controller.

Communication

• Gather information pertinent to logistics situation countrywide & ensure dissemination to relevant HR personnel. Understand context in which HR is working.
• Coordinate closely with Security focal point, Ensure logistical support in event of emergency, and that all necessary advance measures have been taken.
• Liaison with other NGOs and UN agencies on logistics issues.

Equipment Maintenance

• Ensure that systems for regular maintenance or repair are implemented for vehicles and other equipment and that routine maintenance and repair of communication and office equipment (computer, radios, satellite phones, power generators) is carried out per schedule.
• Ensure that proper tracking of equipment out for maintenance is followed.
• Provide technical supervision of drivers for matters related to safety and security

Security

• Act as the security focal point for both Nairobi and field in absence of the LSM
• Provide all staff with regular security briefings and updates and ensure that all staffs adhere to security policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular security and risk assessments for all operational areas
• Supervise the security guards in Nairobi
• Ensure that field communications needs are met and that staffs are trained in the use of radios and other communications equipment as necessary
• Liaise with UN agencies, NGOs and other external actors to gain security information and analysis in Somalia

Others

• Ensuring that bills are paid on time
• Making sure that everything at the guesthouse is in order
• Any other duties as may be assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• Graduate degree/diploma in Supply chain management or its equivalent in relevant field.
• Post graduate technical training an added advantage
• Minimum 4 years experience in similar role (NGO field or country head office preferred).
• Knowledge of donor regulations such as OFDA, EC, DFID, etc will be an added advantage.
• Excellent IT skills, in particular Word, Excel, email.
• Excellent people management skills and good communicator.
• Highly organized and self-motivated.
• Ability to work under high pressure and prioritize tasks.
• High standard of written and spoken English and Swahili.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 22nd January 2012.

The selection committee will review all applications as they are received.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No phone calls please.

Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application should include the following:

• Application letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and current contact information
• CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees
• Professional references (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at hornreliefjobs@gmail.com AND vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: “Logistics and Security Officer”.

Submission of this information should reach Horn Relief by 22nd January 2012.

Website: www.hornrelief.org

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Senior Program Manager (South Somalia) Job in Mandera Kenya Horn Relief

Position Title: Senior Program Manager – South Somalia

Position Location: Mandera – Kenya (with field travel)

Duration: 8 months

Starting date: Immediate

Application deadline: 15th January, 2011. Horn Relief will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis.

Vacancy contact: hornreliefjobs@gmail.com & vacancies@hornrelief.org

Organization Background

Horn Relief is an expanding and vibrant African-based international organization, working with communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. Horn Relief has been strengthening rural livelihoods and delivering innovative humanitarian aid and development programs for the past 20 years.

Currently, we have programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our present donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, UNICEF, among others. Horn Relief is an exciting, dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

Context

Most parts of South-Central Somalia continue to experience an unstable government, sporadic armed conflict, endemic humanitarian needs, and minimal access to social services, flooding, drought, displacement and lack of economic recovery.

Against this unpredictability, Horn Relief and its local partners focus to the greatest extent possible on meeting the needs of the most vulnerable and food insecure, displaced, returnees and minority groups through a diverse mix of programmatic approaches.

Position Summary

The position requires a proactive and dynamic individual that is able to quickly adapt to changing contexts. The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for providing management oversight to all programming and operational functions at the field level in South Somalia.

This includes

1. Program planning and implementation,
2. Administration and Operation Management
3. Safety and security.

The SPM will manage and monitor a team of expatriate and local staff as well as provide support to implementing partners. This is a key position in a challenging context.

The position is based in Mandera initially (with possible relocation to South Somalia - security permitting) and reports directly to the Area Coordinator at Horn Relief’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities Include:-

• Creates and executes work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Establish work plans and staffing plans for each phase of program - Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects (administration, human resource, procurement, logistics and finance) as per project scope.
• Effectively applies Horn Relief’s methodologies and enforces project standards.
• Minimizes exposure to project and institutional risk.
• Ensures project and financial documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the program to ensure the program is delivered according to plan - Effectively monitor and manage the project schedule.
• Prepare program status reports on a regular basis and document any changes to project activities for HQ
• Resolve issues as they arise across areas of the project and where they impact on other activities, systems and projects.
• Ensure safety and security procedures and policies are implemented and observed.
• Communicate project status to all team members, and other relevant departments and involved parties.
• Conduct project meetings, bi-weekly or monthly as needed and actively participate in local coordination mechanisms.
• Support new areas of programming (In line with Horn Relief’s mandate) and prioritize emerging program needs such as baseline information, assessments, gap analysis and preparation of fact sheets, beneficiary profiles, success stories and regional briefs.
• Establish staff performance objectives for periodic appraisals for all program staff.
• Supervise project teams to ensure successful completion / implementation of the program.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Bachelors’ degree, in Social Sciences, International development, Project Management, and/or Public Administration or other relevant field.
• Minimum 5-years’ experience in team leadership/project management roles including in unstable and emergency situations
• Strong operational management experience and capability (Finance, Human Resource and Logistics), including experience in remote management
• Understanding/knowledge of Somalia and sensitive to the socio-cultural context
• Quick, analytical and critical thinking ability
• Proactive and adaptable to work on several tasks with quick and competing time lines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. Well-developed ability to motivate and persuade at high levels.
• Proven ability to lead and work effectively with others to achieve results
• Familiarity with UN security guidelines in unstable environments
• Familiarity with SPHERE Guidelines.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 15th January 2012.

The selection committee will review all applications as they are received.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.

No phone calls please.

Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application should include the following:

• Application letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and current contact information
• CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees
• Professional references (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at hornreliefjobs@gmail.com & vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: “Senior Program Manager-South Central Somalia.

Website: www.hornrelief.org

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Area Coordinator (South Somalia) Job in Nairobi Horn Relief Kenya

Position Title: Area Coordinator - South Somalia

Position Location: Nairobi with 70% travel to the field

Duration: 1 year

Starting date: Immediate

Salary: Generous salary and benefits

Application deadline: 15th January 2012. Horn Relief will conduct tentatively conduct interviews on week of 30th January 2012

Vacancy contact: hornreliefjobs@gmail.com & vacancies@hornrelief.org

Context

Horn Relief is an expanding and vibrant African-based international organization, working with communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive.

We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming.

Horn Relief has been strengthening rural livelihood and delivering innovative humanitarian aid and development programs for the past 20 years.

Currently, we have programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our present donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, and UNICEF, among others. Horn Relief is an exciting, dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

General Description of the Role:

The Area Coordinator will be responsible for providing management oversight to all programming and operational functions at the field level in Southern Somalia.

This includes program implementation, operation management, Safety and security and financial management. The Area Coordinator will manage and monitor a team of expatriate and local staff as well as providing support to implementing partners. This is a key position in a very challenging and dynamic context

The position is based in Nairobi initially and reports directly to the Programmes Director at Horn Relief’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

Position purpose

• To manage, deliver and report on Horn Relief’s current operations in South Somalia, being responsible for the implementation and delivery of successful programs and partnerships and the resulting development outcomes
• To establish, build and lead the development of a cohesive appropriate and area program in-line with Horn Reliefs Country and regional strategic objectives
• To work as part of Horn Relief’s Senior management Team (SMT) in Somalia, refining, developing and improving program approaches and systems, supporting the Country Director to build and deliver the most effective and sustainable development interventions

Specific Roles and Responsibilities Include:-

• Oversight and monitoring of programs and activities
• Acting as a link between field office operations in South Somalia and offices in Puntland and Somaliland, in support of the Somalia Country Director
• Ensuring that security guidelines are in place and adhered to
• Responsible for ensuring fiscal responsibility in the use of all program and administrative funds. including strict adherence to Horn Relief and relevant donors policies and procedures
• Responsible for ensuring the appropriate management, use and security of all organizational assets
• Supervision of all staff and offices in South Somalia and those in Kenya that serve the South Somalia program.
• Participating in relevant NGO, donor and UN coordination meetings
• Acting and articulating Horn Relief’s position at relevant technical and coordination fora
• Providing technical support as needed for implemented programs including program quality and development
• Preparing project proposals and donor reports as required
• Ensuring appropriate technical guidelines and best practices are applied in programs

Required Skills & Competencies

• Bachelors degree, in Social Sciences, International development, Project Management, and/or Public Administration or other relevant field.
• Minimum 5-years’ experience in team leadership/project management roles including in unstable and emergency situations
• Familiarity with UN security guidelines in unstable environments
• Familiarity with SPHERE Guidelines
• Strong operational management experience and capability (finance, people, fundraising), including geographically remote management
• Proven financial management, information management, and systems management experience
• Proven strategic design and management skills. Including good programme and human resource development ability an advantage
• Understanding/knowledge of Somalia and sensitive to the socio cultural context
• Good management skills
• Analytical and critical thinking ability
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. Well-developed ability to motivate and persuade at high levels
• Proven ability to lead and work effectively with others to achieve results
• Understanding and experience of institutional fundraising

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 15th January 2012.

The selection committee will review all applications as they are received.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.

No phone calls please.

Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application should include the following:

• Application letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and current contact information
• CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees
• Professional references (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at hornreliefjobs@gmail.com AND vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: “Area Coordinator-South Somalia”.

Submission of this information should reach Horn Relief by 15th January 2012.

Website: www.hornrelief.org

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Country Director Horn Relief Kenya Job in Nairobi

Horn Relief wishes to recruit a Country Director for its rapidly developing country program.

Position Title: Country Director - Kenya

Reporting to: Executive Director

Working with: Program Team, Senior Management Team and all staff both in Nairobi, Sudan and Somalia. Line management of Country Directors

Programme / Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel into the field

Duration: 2 years (Renewable)

Starting date: Immediate

Salary and Benefits: International contract plus housing allowance, insurance, education allowance and other benefits.

Organizational Background

Horn Relief is an expanding and vibrant African-based international organization, working with communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive.

We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. Horn Relief has been strengthening rural livelihood and delivering innovative humanitarian aid and development programs for the past 20 years.

Currently, we have programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our present donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, and UNICEF, among others. Horn Relief is an exciting, dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary

In the context of organizational growth, the Country Director will be expected to take Horn Relief from the project level to country program level through a process of strategic development.

The Country Director will have overall leadership and management responsibility for Horn Relief’s programs in Kenya.

This position requires the demonstrated ability to grow the existing program and develop new programming areas/projects through practical, appropriate and innovative systems and methodologies.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual to contribute to and be part of an organization that offers real and sustainable solutions to communities and which seeks to reach out to more Kenyans.

The position is based in Nairobi, and reports directly to the Programs Director at Horn Relief’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

Program Responsibilities include:-

• Leadership and Strategy Development
• Program and Technical Management
• Budgeting and Resource Planning
• External Relations and New Business Development
• Human Resource Management

Required Skills & Competencies

• Post graduate degree, in Social Sciences, International development, Project Management, and/or Public Administration – essential
• A minimum of 5-years senior management experience managing multiple projects and programs in emergency and development environments - essential
• Experience in managing a program (s) of not less than $5 million - essential
• Strong organization skills, with experience with Project Management tools and methodologies.
• Strong Monitoring and Evaluation skills required, in particular for the development and analysis of baseline information, assessments and monitoring tools.
• Relevant overseas experience in development and humanitarian context is required.
• Experience of human resource management at a field level including distance management experience.
• Must be experienced in representing organizations, speaking publicly and expressing him/herself well
• Experience in budget management and knowledge of financial procedures required.
• Must have excellent written and analytical skills in English, including presentation generation and delivery as well as financial and other analysis techniques
• Must have experience in understanding donor requirements, writing reports and preparing program proposals
• Must have the ability to network with relevant stakeholders
• Ability to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, power point, etc.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 15th January, 2012.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.

Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications should include the following:

• Application letter which clearly states how the applicant fulfills the required skill set and competencies. Also include current contact information
• Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)
• Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Interviews will tentatively take place on the week of 30th January 2012.

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at hornreliefjobs@gmail.com AND vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: “Country Director-Kenya”.

Submission of this information should reach Horn Relief by 15th January 2012

Website: www.hornrelief.org

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Job in Kenya Assistant Officer Direct Lending Shelter Afrique

Shelter Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African Governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 43 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are nationals of its member countries to fill the following vacant position:

Assistant Officer Direct Lending

Shelter Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 43 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation. The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are nationals of its member countries to fill the position of Assistant Officer - Direct Lending in it's Business Development and Operations Department.

The details of the position are provided below:

Job Title: Assistant Officer Direct Lending - G6

Responsible to the Officer Direct Lending for assisting in project appraisal for technical, financial, and economic viability. Responsible also for assisting customers obtain funding. Assist loan applicants who have difficulty qualifying for traditional loans.

Job Description

• Carrying out private sector assessment studies on their financial, economic and investment climate.
• Provide administrative support in the preparation of required material for officers to business development missions in assigned countries
• Assist in the collect all necessary economic, financial, marketing and technical information/date required to evaluate potential lending projects.
• Put together Documentation for the Preparation of appraisal reports and investment proposals for consideration by Management.
• Analyze and verify applications to determine the client's creditworthiness.
• Understand and explain Direct loan programs and guidelines
• Establish prosperous working relationships with referral sources
• Ability to structure loan program alternatives to match the borrower's motivation
• Excellent communication and follow up skills
• Develop and maintain appropriate database on borrowers, investors, governments, institutions and other collaborating agencies which will assist in the efficient management of the company’s clients and other related activities.
• Organize workshops, meetings, seminars and workshops

Minimum Qualifications, Key Skills and Competencies

• Bachelors Degree (Finance) essential
• Post qualification experience of 3 (three) years
• Previous experience in loan appraisal
• Strong documentation and report writing skills
• Enhanced communication skills.
• Excellent communication and follow up skills
• Familiarity with project formulation
• Relevant work experience in roads housing finance industry
• Ability to work as part of team
• Good communication and people management skills
• Ability to work in a multi cultural background
• Information technology skills, especially Microsoft Office

Terms of offer

The position is on general service employment terms and conditions of service. Shelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address) either by post, fax

or email to the following contact:

Managing Director, Shelter-Afrique,
P.O. Box 41479, Nairobi 00100, Kenya

OR via Fax: (254) 20 272 2024/272 1211

OR email: jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applications shall be considered until 30th November, 2011.

Applicants should indicate the position applied for on their email submissions.

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G2P Payments Manager Job Vacancy at FSD Kenya

The opportunity

FSD Kenya ¡s managing the development and implementation of large scale government payment programmes across Kenya. Among these is the Hunger Safety Net Project (HSNP), a partnership between the Kenya Government, Department for International Development (DFID) and other development agencies.

HSNP has been undertaking a major cash transfer pilot scheme in the arid and semi-arid regions of the country over the past three years.

FSD Kenya took the responsibility of managing the payment element of this pilot on behalf of DFID and will continue managing and supporting government to person (G2P) payment solutions.

FSD now requires a full-time project manager who will be in charge of:

• The overall management of its Government Payments Project;
• Supporting research and knowledge enhancement by commissioning research exercises into relevant topics in the payments area;
• Identifying and developing initiatives in the formal financial system theme area; and,
• Identifying creative ways of disseminating project results to maximise impact on financial markets development.

Who we need

Mandatory requirements for this post are:

• Experience of successful project management,
• Relevant academic/professional qualification (minimum of bachelor degree level),
• At least three years working in the financial sector in Kenya.

Interested applicants are encouraged to consult the ToRs for this post from our website (under Opportunities).

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to meet the terms of this assignment as stipulated in the ToRs.

A covering letter and CV should be sent by email to Lydiah Kioko (Lydiah@fsdkenya.org).

Please put “G2P Payments Manager” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing date: Tuesday 13th December 2011.

FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered ¡n Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee.

Finance is provided by a number of leading development agencies including the UK’S Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya.

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FSD ILO IRA Kenya Micro Insurance Specialist Job Vacancy

The opportunity

Data from several studies suggests that among the many livelihood threats faced by low income households and enterprises are those arising from illness and death.

FSD, International Labour Organisation (ILO) and Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) are collaborating to support development of micro health and life insurance market ¡n Kenya.

We are looking for a micro-insurance specialist who will take the lead in exploring the market potential for health and life micro-insurance products to reduce vulnerability among low income households in Kenya.

The micro-insurance specialist will:

• Lead in undertaking detailed research analysis work to establish an in-depth understanding of the potential market for micro health and life insurance products.
• Assess the policy, legal and regulatory framework to identify any potential gaps;
• Apply market insights to new product development;
• Manage external stakeholder relationships; and,
• Establish and maintain strong linkages with key institutional sources of expertise on micro-insurance.

Who we need

At a minimum you will have:

• Relevant qualifications in social sciences (minimum bachelors degree in economics, banking, insurance and other related studies);
• Experience working in risk management sector;
• Strong quantitative research and financial analysis skills; and,
• Ability to communicate well in written and oral form in English.

Interested applicants are encouraged to consult the ToRs for this post from our website (under Opportunities).

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to meet the terms of this assignment as stipulated in the ToRs. A covering letter and CV should be sent by email to Lydiah Kioko (Lydiah@fsdkenya.org).

Please put “Micro-insurance Specialist” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing date: Tuesday 13th December 2011.

FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered in Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee.

Finance is provided by a number of leading development agencies including the UK’S Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya.

Further information can be obtained from our website: www.fsdkenya.org

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TransCentury Group Chief Finance Officer job vancancy in kenya

Exciting Regional Opportunity

Chief Finance Officer

Ref: CB/CFO/11/11

Our client, Chai Bora Limited, ¡s a market leader in beverages in Tanzania and the East Africa region and is part of the TransCentury Group.

They are seeking to recruit a Chief Finance Officer (CFO).

Reporting to the Managing Director (MD) and based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the CFO will primarily be responsible for heading the financial functions of the company.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Provide financial advice and guidance to the MD and the Board and participate ¡n strategic and financial planning;
• Research, prepare and submit the annual budget and report on all financial matters;
• Manage accounting, financial and payroll information systems and maintain full and accurate accounting records;
• Prepare tender documents and administer contracts;
• Approving the Chart of Accounts and maintaining commitment controls;
• Establish and maintain cash controls and monitor departmental spending and recommend corrective actions;
• Manage investments and reserves;
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with financial legislation policies and procedures; and
• Manage and evaluate performance of finance department staff and provide training and development opportunities.

Person specification:

• A Bachelors degree in a business related field and a professional accounting qualification such as a CPA or ACCA;
• A Masters in Business Administration (MBA) and/or a Company Secretarial qualification such as a CPS will be an added advantage;
• At least Seven (7) years’ working experience in a financial or accounting related position, five (5) of which should have been in a senior position. Experience in a secretarial designation will be an added advantage;
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and team building skills;
• Well-developed accounting, analytical and problem solving skills;
• Effective verbal, listening and written communications skills; and
• Proficiency in computers including the ability to operate and manage computerized financial and payroll information systems, spreadsheet, word processing programs and email.

Please submit your application with a detailed CV, quoting reference number CB/CFO/11/11, stating your current position, remuneration, telephone contacts and names and addresses of three referees.

To be considered your application must be received by 9 December 2011 addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.ke

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Terms of Reference for KHRC’s Job Analysis, Evaluation & Salary Survey Consultancy

Background and Introduction

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a leading national, non-governmental organization, founded in 1992 in Kenya with a mission to protect, promote and enhance the enjoyment of all human rights for all men and women in Kenya.

For the last 4 years, the KHRC has been pursuing this through the followings five strategic objectives:

1) Civic action for human rights;

2) Accountability and human rights-centered governance;

3) Leadership in learning and innovation in human rights and democratic development in Kenya;

4) Mainstreaming equality, non discrimination and respect for diversity; and finally,

5) Organizational sustainability of KHRC.

The KHRC is developing a new 4 year Strategic Plan. It is in this regard that the Commission is procuring the services of a HRM consultant to carry out a job evaluation to determine the human resource/staffing requirements.

Overall Scope

The consultant will be expected to review and analyse the twenty one (21) existing jobs to determine human resource/staffing requirements for our new strategic plan, scheduled for completion in February 2012.

This exercise is to help the Commission reduce its personnel costs while ensuring those jobs retained/created are properly remunerated.

Specific Scope

1. Determine the human resource/staffing requirements/design based on mergers, deletions or additions of/to existing jobs for the new strategic plan, scheduled for completion in February 2012;

2. Based on No 1 above, re-write more appropriate Job Descriptions;

3. Using existing compensation surveys for the NGO sector, suggest a competitive and practical reward strategy for KHRC based on the job classification and job grading system in the new human resources manual;

4. Create a skills and competency matrix reflecting the required competencies, qualifications and experience as per the classification in the human resources manual;

5. Fully involve the management in the evaluation exercise.

Outputs expected

1. Positions needed for the Strategic Plan based on mergers, deletions or additions of/to existing jobs;

2. Competency plan;

3. New Job descriptions that clearly reflect the academic qualifications, experience, responsibilities, supervision and reporting relationships for the positions in No 1 above;

4. Revised salary and grading structure which ensures that jobs retained/created are properly remunerated;

5. A refined organisation structure;

6. Job evaluation report.

Facilitation

The KHRC will:

1. Ensure that the necessary inputs for the assignment are available;
2. Participate in necessary meetings and reviews.

Note: In undertaking the tasks, the consultant should fully involve the internal stakeholders i.e. the members of the Secretariat and the Board. The process applied should be participatory and interactive.

This could for instance include separate and joint discussions with the two stakeholders.

Reporting Line

The consultant shall report to the management that is led by the Executive Director who will be assisted by the Human Resource & Admin Officer together with the Staff Development Committee.

Requirements and Qualifications

The requirements for the carrying out of the assignment include relevant experience in Human Resource Management more specifically on:

a. Experience in competency mapping, job analysis and evaluation, and development of job descriptions;

b. Job regrading and organisations restructuring;

c. Good knowledge of human resource planning;

d. Experience in NGO evaluation exercises;

e. Experience in reward management;

f. Experience in human resource research;

g. Ability to write clear, unambiguous and comprehensive Reports.

Intellectual Property: As per the KHRC’s standard consultancy contract ownership and copyright of all data, drafts and final products will be the sole and exclusive property of the KHRC.

Submitting an Expression of Interest

Interested consultants or firms should send the following:-

• A cover letter introducing the evaluator and how the skills and competencies described above are met and giving concrete examples,
• A CV detailing relevant skills and experience and including referees (no more than 2 pages);
• proposal on how to undertake the tasks (work plan);
• A budget covering all costs which should be valid for a period of not less than 90 days.

To reach the address below on or by close of business on 9th December, 2011. All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to

The Executive Director
Kenya Human Rights Commission
P O Box 41079 – 00100
Nairobi

or E-mail: admin@khrc.or.ke, mnamusonge@khrc.or.ke

Content of Proposal

1. Technical Component:

The technical component of the proposal should be concisely presented and structured in the following order to include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following information:

a. Description of the Firm and the Firms’ qualifications, a brief description of your firm/institution and an outline of recent experience or projects of a similar nature. You should also provide references and any information that will facilitate our evaluation of your firm/institution’s substantive reliability and financial and managerial capacity to provide the services;

b. Understanding of the Requirements for Services, including any assumptions as well as comments on the data as indicated in the TORs or as you may otherwise believe to be necessary;

c. Proposed Approach, Methodology, Timing and Outputs. This may include any comments or suggestions on the TOR, as well as your detailed description of the manner in which your firm/institution would respond to the TOR. You should include the implementation schedules;

d. Proposed personnel to carry out the assignment and their C.Vs. The composition of the team you propose to provide, with their qualifications and experience, to be accompanied by their curriculum vitae;

e. List of similar assignments done with details of the contact persons.

2. Financial Component

The Financial Component should contain an overall quotation in a single currency, either in US$ or Kshs. The budget should cover all costs which should be valid for a period of not less than 90 days. In addition, the price component must cover all the services to be provided and must itemize the following:

a. Total cost of the assignment (indicating nature and breakdown);

b. A proposed schedule of payments.

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Health Rights Advocacy Forum (HERAF) End of Project Evaluation Consultancy

Health Rights Advocacy Forum (HERAF) is an NGO that brings together health professionals, NGOs, FBOs and PLWHA organizations to advocate for health as a fundamental human right in Kenya.

It was established in 2006 as a project of Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), and registered as a NGO by the NGO Coordination Board in 2007.

With support from the European Commission HERAF has been implementing a project entitled, ‘Strengthening community participation in health sector governance and management’ in last 3 years.

The project sites are Kwale, Nyeri North and Mbeere Districts and it aimed at:

1) Strengthening the capacity of grassroots communities to hold District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) and health care providers in local health facilities accountable in upholding the right to health.

2) Empowering health facility committee members to represent community interests in the implementation of health sector programmes at community, facility and district levels.

3) Improving health service delivery by empowering communities to monitor demand, supply and quality of health services provided in health facilities.

4) Advocating for transparency and accountability in planning, budgetary allocation and management of resources allocated to health facilities.

As the project comes to a close in December 2011, HERAF intends to engage evaluation consultant to conduct end of project evaluation. The consultant will be expected to document the project achievements, successes, challenges, lessons learnt, and best practices to inform future similar interventions.

Qualifications

1) A minimum of a Masters Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health or equivalent, with professional training on monitoring and evaluation.

2) Three years experience or more in project monitoring and evaluation

3) Excellent writing and communication skills

Time frame: The consultancy is expected to last for 30 days

Qualified candidates are requested to forward their applications, clearly outlining the methodology to be used, budget for the activity and Curriculum Vitae before the close of business on Wednesday, 30th November 2011 by email to info@heraf.or.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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Save the Children NGO jobs in kenya

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent child rights organisation. We’re outraged that millions of children are still denied proper healthcare, food, education and protection and we’re determined to change this.

We are seeking to fill the following positions, all offered one (1) year contract with possibility of extension if additional funding is secured.

1. Programme Quality & Design Director

1 Position

Based in Nairobi with field travel

Job purpose

S/He will ensure that Save the Children UK Programme in Kenya delivers technically sound programmes that attract significant donor funding and contributes significantly to national/global learning, advocacy and programme development.

As part of the core Senior Management Team, the post-holder will also contribute to the development and/review of the country strategic direction and policy formulation.

The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating effective programming in Save the Children UK Kenya, lead in the development of thematic plans and technical content of project proposals based on comprehensive and sound technical analysis of child rights situations in country, informed by innovative models for improving children’s rights and in line with donor strategy and guidelines.

Supervise the Programme Quality Manager to lead and coordinate activities of thematic technical advisors who are responsible for the provision of adequate, synergistic and high quality technical support to thematic programmes/project implementation.

The incumbent will also oversee the design and implementation of Save the Children UK Kenya advocacy strategies and campaigns.

Person Specification:

• Masters degree in Development Studies or Social Sciences or relevant thematic discipline with minimum seven (7) years of INGO experience in programme development and implementation at senior management level
• Excellent people and team orientation skills
• Conversant with current thematic issues and debates in developing countries
• Good thematic strategic orientation skills; Project proposal and technical paper writing skills
• Excellent planning and coordination skills
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of highly qualified technical experts
• Extensive experience of working in at least one Save the Children technical area (health, education, child protection, nutrition, food security or livelihoods)
• Tact and diplomacy are essential

2. Health Advisor

1 Position

Based in Nairobi with field travel

Job purpose

Under the general direction and guidance of the Programme Design and Quality Director, the incumbent will ensure that health programming is of excellent technical quality, attracts significant donor funding and contributes significantly to Save the Children’s strategic objectives, national/global learning and advocacy.

The post holder is expected to provide technical advice and support to project staff to ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved.

The post-holder will also contribute and support the implementation of the Newborn and Child Survival Strategy.

Person Specification:

• A health professional with a Masters degree in public health or equivalent with minimum five years (5) professional experience at a senior advisory level in health for international NGOs or the private sector in Kenya
• Excellent understanding of the health sector within the Kenyan context, particularly maternal, newborn and child health issues
• Proven representation and advocacy skills
• Strong commitment to capacity building of national staff and partners with willingness to adopt participatory and consultative approaches
• Strong report writing skills, including experience in writing funding proposals and donor reports
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties.
• Tact and diplomacy are essential

3. Child Survival Research & Advocacy Advisor

1 Position

Based in Nairobi

Job purpose

Under the supervision of the Programme Quality Director and in close collaboration with the technical advisory team, the Research and Advocacy Advisor will lead the development of SC Kenya’s research and advocacy agenda.

The postholder will ensure information and data generated by SCUK programmes contributes to national and global advocacy efforts that improve child survival outcomes for children.

Person Specification:

• A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is preferred, with minimum five (5) years international experience in humanitarian work
• Solid background in programming and policy analysis or advocacy is desired
• Working knowledge of the dynamics of managing programmes with government, donor and implementing partners
• Demonstrable experience of high level conceptual, strategic thinking and analysis
• Experience of developing alliances, partnerships and/ or other collaborative relationships with a wide range of development sector actors, such as national and local governments, donors, UN agencies and NGOs
• Experience of designing, managing and writing up independent research in relevant sectors
• Ability to identify and analyze information from diverse sources

4. Child Protection Advisor

1 Position

Based in Dadaab

Job Purpose

Under the general direction and guidance of the Programme Design and Quality Director expand Save the Children UK’s portfolio of child protection programming and ensure this programming is of excellent technical quality.

S/He will build on technical knowledge, personal understanding of the operation of child protection policy and services in Dadaab, current/previous programming to develop proposals for new programming in close coordination with the programme staff, ensure all new programming supports the achievement of Save the Children’s strategic and thematic objectives, in particular Child Protection in Emergencies.

S/He will be responsible for drawing links between child protection and other sectors and regularly assess and communicate the implications and priorities of any changes in the operating environment relevant to this theme in close collaboration with other relevant advisor(s).

Person Specification:

• A Masters degree in social sciences or relevant field with minimum five (5) years professional experience at field-based and /or advisory level in child protection at an international-level
• Proven national or preferably international-level representation, analysis and advocacy skills
• Strong commitment to capacity building of national staff, partners and communities with experience of using participatory and consultative approaches.
• Strong report writing skills, including experience in designing child protection programmes and monitoring and evaluation frameworks
• Good interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy, with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural and language difficulties
• Excellent understanding of the child protection sector within a refugee context
• Experience in mental health and psychosocial support, child labour prevention and UNHCR’s Best Interests Determination programming
• Experience in facilitating child participation in programme design and implementation
• Experience in promoting and mainstreaming Child Rights Programming
• Proven experience of successful fundraising
• Good understanding of the linkages between child protection and other key sectors of Save the Children’s work specifically education, food security, health and nutrition

5. Report and Proposal Writing Coordinator

1 Position

Based in Nairobi

Job Purpose

The Report and Proposal Co-ordinator will monitor the timely submission of quality reports and proposals to donors.

The Co-ordinator will support the Senior Management Team members and Technical Advisors to plan for upcoming calls for proposals and reporting deadlines and where necessary, s/he will serve as a primary writer for the development of proposals and reports.

Person specification

• Demonstrated experience of writing winning proposals for different key institutional donors and Save the Children Members
• Demonstrated experience of reporting and proposal development in at least three of Save the Children’s thematic areas namely child protection, health, nutrition, food security & livelihoods, and education
• Understanding of donor compliance and key Save the Children reporting procedures
• Good negotiation, communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills
• Team orientation skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Budgeting experience

6. County Coordinator

1 Position

Based in Wajir

Duration: 4 months

Job Purpose

The County Coordinator will ensure the coordination of the Improving Resilience and Reducing Dependence (IRRD) Project Consortium activities within the county.

The incumbent will report directly to the Consortium Manager but also work closely with Drought Management Officer, IRRD Consortium and other partners within the county to support the mapping and documentation of various organizational activities within the County, ensure a relevant monitoring of drought early warning systems in the County, through the formally agreed monitoring system and to participate in the existing partners’ network at district level, ensuring that the IRRD Consortium and its’ activities are fully represented at key technical forums.

Personal Specification

• University degree in Agriculture/ livestock production or socio-economic development related fields. Masters degree or relevant qualification in Monitoring and Evaluation is preferred
• Minimum five (5) years experience in M & E with an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) in a developing country
• Demonstrated experience in managing partnerships with NGOs / CBOs and government
• Excellent Communication (written and oral) and good interpersonal skills
• Good organizational skills, research, negotiation and analytical skills
• Ability to work as team leader and part of teams (multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary and inter-agency).
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to the field, under sometimes difficult and occasionally insecure circumstances.
• Knowledge of the area and region where the post is located

Application process

If you meet the above requirements, please send your detailed CV together with a cover letter and current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed to:

Head of Human Resources,
Save the Children UK, Kenya Programme

email: jobskenya@scuk.or.ke

not later than 8th December 2011.

Quote the job title on the subject line.

“Candidates from North Eastern Province are strongly encouraged to apply”

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse. 

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Job in Nairobi Kenya - Help Desk Executive

Job Title: Help Desk Executive

Location: Nairobi

Company Profile

Our client is a well established firm that deals in selling of computer hardware and software.

Role Summary:

To provide user support and customer service on company supported computer applications and platforms.

To troubleshoot problems and advise on the appropriate action and solution.

Main Responsibilities

• Booking in repair and maintenance jobs from clients.
• Forward technical support issues that cannot be addressed by helpdesk to the appropriate technician
• Make follow up calls to clients to inform them on the status of their machines
• Making follow up calls to warranty centers to get updates on machines at the warranty center
• Coordinate timely repair of pc computer equipment with the technician
• Perform minor hardware repair for pc computer equipment
• Identify, diagnose and resolve minor problems
• Follow up with the technicians working on clients machine
• Invoicing clients for jobs done
• Installing computers programs and software for clients
• Troubleshooting computer hardware and software issues before booking in jobs
• Providing good customer service to clients, phone calls and e-mail
• Document and communicate all issues regarding breakdowns and their resolution.

Require Qualifications and Experience

• 3 years minimum experience in a similar position.
• Relevant Degree or diploma in Customer Service
• Good communication and documentation 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.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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