Saturday, July 30, 2011

Teachers job in kenyas lions club-hot jobs in kenya


Lions Club of Nakuru Schools
Melvin Jones Academy, Lions Primary and Nursery

Vacant Positions

Lions Club of Nakuru,an affiliate of the Lions Clubs International-the world’s largest service organization,seeks to recruit competent
 teachers to fill the following positions w.e.f September 2011.

1. Biology and Chemistry up to GCE Advanced Level

2. English and Literature up to GCE Advanced level
Applicants for the above two positions should:-
  • Possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Education degree in the relevant subjects.
  • Have served a minimum HOD in the British System of Education.
Ladies are particularly encouraged to apply

3. Computer Teacher /Instructor for Lions Nursery School

4. A Special Education Needs Teacher

Applicants for positions 3 and 4 should possess a Teaching Certificate and a Diploma in the relevant area

Interested Candidates need to apply by 21st August 2011 to :-

The administrator,
Lions Club of Nakuru Schools,
P.O. Box 12109 20100
Nakuru

Or by mail: mjlanakuru@ymail.com

vsf consultancy-assesment on livestock slaughter facilities in five states of south sudan jobs for kenyans


Livestock – Epidemio - Surveillance Project Southern Sub – Project (Southern Sudan)
A study to assess the health regulations, management and ownership of livestock slaughterfacilities in five states of the Republic of South Sudan

Terms of Reference

Introduction

Veterinaires Sans Frontieres Belgium (VSF-Belgium) is an international non-governmental organization whose vision is to improve the welfare of vulnerable populations in developing countries, through improving animal health and production.
We have been a key player in the livestock sector in Southern Sudan since 1995 with a major role in the establishment of a community based animal health delivery system. Since 2007 VSF Belgium has been involved directly in supporting the Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) in the establishment of an effective and efficient disease surveillance system in South Sudan.

This is under Livestock Epidemio-surveillance Southern sub-project (LESP) through a grant from the European Community (EC), a parallel project is being implemented in northern Sudan.

The overall objective of the project is long-term reduction of poverty of those involved in livestock farming.

The specific objectives are:
  • Completion of the rinderpest eradication pathway in Southern Sudan completed by 2008.
  • Establishment of an effective and sustainable epidemio-surveillance system (ESS) owned and supported by the Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) in order to support timely and effectively livestock disease control.
  • Ensure that the GoSS Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) has an informed and fully-costed strategy addressing main animal health issues affecting Southern Sudan.
The target groups for the project are the livestock owners of Southern Sudan, Community-based Animal Health Workers (CAHWs), Animal Health Auxiliaries, (AHAs), public and private veterinarians, Southern Sudan State Ministries of Agriculture and Animal Resources and Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) Directorate of Veterinary Services.

Consultancy summary

In the past four years the project had its focus on addressing the completion of rinderpest eradication pathway as recommended by the World Animal Health Organization (OIE), as well as strengthening the disease surveillance capacity of the government of South Sudan specifically targeting priority and emerging livestock diseases in South Sudan.

In a quest to take the surveillance effort further the project aims to advocate for an improved disease tracking system, linking up with livestock routes and marketing infrastructures. These marketing infrastructures were destroyed during the two decade long civil war.

The study is designed to look at the existing slaughter facilities in the five states of Central Equatoria, Jonglei, Upper Nile, Eastern Equatoria and Unity and assess their conformity with normal operating standards.

Location

This study will take place in the five State capital towns of Juba, Bor, Malakal, Torit and Bentiu.

Objectives of the survey

The objective of this study is to look at the status of the existing slaughter facilities and assess their compliance with normal standards applicable in meat inspection practices, i.e. ante and post mortem, processing as well as management and ownership of the structures.

1.
 The consultant will look at the structure of the facility in line but not limited to the points list listed below:
  • The site of the slaughter facility and the surrounding environ
  • Accessibility by the livestock traders and butchers
  • Availability of holding pens for ante mortem inspection and isolation
  • The size of the facility in relation to output
  • The design including various compartments i.e. slaughtering and skinning, carcass hanging facility, viscera processing and inspection space, slaughter by-products disposal and/or processing
  • Availability of necessary slaughtering equipments
  • Availability of potable water; power and adequate ventilation
  • Availability of adequate drainage as well as disposal facilities
  • Availability of offices and lavatories
2. Health regulations; the consultant will investigate the existing health regulations in the slaughter facility, this includes but not limited to:
  • Ante and post mortem inspection
  • Disposal of condemned parts
  • Health fitness certificates for the workers
  • Identification of inspected carcasses
  • Washing and disinfection facilities
  • Application of food safety principles on meat products starting within the facility all the way to the consumer e.g. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
3. Assess the processing/utilization/commercialization of slaughter by-products and comment on any unexploited potential for the processing/utilization/commercialization of the same.

4.
 Management and Ownership: the consultant is expected to document the existing management system in the slaughter facility and how the roles and responsibilities are divided between the veterinary authority, town council, butchers and livestock traders associations.

5.
 Gauge the knowledge of stakeholders ( cattle owners, traders, butchers, slaughter house staff and consumers) on public health issues especially meat hygiene, and understand their perception about the current systems.

6.
 The consultant is expected to assess the environmental implications related to the site and operation of slaughter facilities as well as transportation of meat products to retail outlets.

7.
 Document the findings with clear recommendations.

Execution
  • The expert(s) will draft a detailed work plan for the study within the first one (1) week of signing the contract
  • A participatory approach will be expected with maximum stakeholder participation and appropriate involvement of MARF and project target groups at all stages.
  • The whole mission is expected to be completed within 30 days
  • Three (3) days desk work
  • Twenty five days (25) days field work involving travel between the five states and consultation with the stakeholders
  • Two (2) days validation workshop in Juba
Deliverables

The expert(s) will be expected to submit a hard and soft copy of a detailed work plan within one (1) week of signing the consultancy contract.

A detailed final report will be presented to the VSF-B Regional Director and LESP Sub-project Coordinator entailing the findings and recommendation of the survey. The entire report will be presented in English and will remain the property of VSF-B. A hard copy and a soft copy must be submitted.

A draft report will be expected seven (7) days after the end of the mission and the final report is expected 5 days after VSF-B’s comments.

The contents of the report shall be as follows:
  • Executive summary (covering major findings and recommendations).
  • Background.
  • Description of the objectives of the mission and execution methodology.
  • Findings
  • Problems encountered
  • Recommendations;
Annexes covering Terms of Reference, abbreviations, data collection formats and questionnaires used references, graphs, tables, etc.).

Responsibilities

The LESP Technical Advisor based in Juba, Southern Sudan will ensure the overall coordination of the mission in conjunction with the Project Coordinator (PC) also based in Juba. The expert(s) will be expected to work closely with MARF and relevant stakeholders.

The LESP Sub-Project Coordinator will have overall responsibility and accountability for the mission and will provide guidance through all stages of the studies.

The expert(s) will be part of the Project Management Unit which reports to the PC.

Qualifications

The expert(s) are expected to have the following attributes:
  • Veterinary public health expert with at least seven years experience in assessment of livestock marketing structures
  • Experience in carrying out similar studies, using participatory methodologies and a proven track record of excellent results delivery.
  • Experience with livestock market analysis
  • Excellent report writing skills.
  • Working experience in Southern Sudan is desirable.
Contact Information

Interested consultants should prepare and submit to VSF-B both technical and financial proposal for the assignment by 13th of August 2011

They should indicate their qualifications and experience with a detailed execution plan.

The proposals, CV and letter of motivation as well as three (3) referees should be sent electronically to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke

sales engineer,workshop manager,plant mechanic, CAD Operator, secretary and store keeper


Bidco Oil Refineries Limited, East Africa’s leading FMCG Company has embarked on its journey towards world class.

With state of the art manufacturing facilities, excellent nation wide distribution network and delivering top class quality products to consumers has been our forte in line with our philosophy of happy, healthy living.

Core to Bidco’s operations is the adopted philosophy of Kaizen, commitment to continuous improvement and implementation of world class systems & processes and believing that there’s always a better way of doing things.

For its endeavors towards plant expansions and launch of co- generation project to be self reliant for its power and energy needs, we are looking for young, dynamic, enthusiastic & qualified professionals for the following positions:

Power Plant in Charge (1 Position)

Ref: CO-GEN/01/PPIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth operation of cogeneration plant independently.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 8 - 10 years of working experience in handling power plants of 3 MW and above.

Shift in Charge - Power Plant (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/02/SIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the power plant in the shift

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Degree/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 5-6 years working experience in handling power plants of 3 MW and above

Turbine Operator (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/03/TO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the turbines in the shift.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) with 10-12 years working experience in handling turbine operations

Instrument Technicians (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/04/IT/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of the electronic equipment in the shift.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma in Electronics & Instrumentation with 4-5 years working experience in PLC, SCADA, power plant.

R O (Reverse Osmosis) Plant Operator (3 Positions) 

Ref: CO-GEN/05/ROPO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To run the RO plant efficiently and supply the desired water quality for Boiler.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering/Science Graduate with 5-6 years RO water treatment working experience.

Fitter (3 Positions)

Ref: 06.2011/CO-GEN/06/FIT/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: Carry out preventive & predictive & breakdown maintenance of mechanical equipment such as turbines, pumps, bearings, valves, etc.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Mechanical) with 5-7 years experience in overhauling of Turbine & Boiler operations.

Electrician (3 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/07/ELEC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of 11 KV HT/LT power distribution network.

Desired Academia, Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:Diploma Engineering (Electrical) with 5-10 years experience in 11 KV HTILT & power plant experience.

Boiler Operators (2 Positions)

Ref: CO-GEN/08/BO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To ensure smooth running of high pressure boiler.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience: Diploma Engineering (Mechanical) & Boiler operator certificate,12-15 years experience of working on high pressure boilers.

Group Internal Auditor (1 Position)

Ref: 01/GIA/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:
  • To carry out risk assessment and evolution of business controls, Preparing and implementing the Audit Strategy and the Audit Plans- Operational Audit, Financial Audit & Information Systems Auditing.
  • Detailed review, analysis and appraising of the various business activities, policies & procedures and internal control systems to make recommendations for improvements and ensure that they are effective and efficient.
Desired Qualifications, Skills & Work experience
  • Degree and professional qualification- ACCA/CPA/CA.
  • CISA qualification will be an added advantage.
  • 12 - 15 years working experience in internal auditing in the private sector preferably in a large manufacturing FMCG industry of which 6 years must be in a position of leading the Internal Audit Function.
  • Technical knowledge and experience of International Auditing & Accounting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards.
  • Excellent leadership, analytical, communication & interpersonal skills, business acumen and sound commercial approach.
  • Hands on experience of working on SAP - FICO module is mandatory.
Human Resource Officer (1 Position)

Ref: 02/HRO/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:
  • Recruitment & selection
  • Compensation and benefits management
  • Employee relations.
  • Performance Management System.
Desired Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:
  • Degree/Diploma in Human Resource Management with 6-8 years experience of working in a 1000 + employee company.
  • Thorough knowledge of labour laws
  • Strong interpersonal relationship skills
  • Prior experience of handling labour disputes and disciplinary mailers is a MUST.
Warehouse in Charge (2 Positions)

Ref: 03/WIC/07-2011

Major Job Responsibilities:
  • To supervise & manage all activities of the warehouse.
  • Managing warehouse stock inventory.
  • Coordinate with production for smooth transit of in and out flow of goods.
  • Ensure stock control systems update and timely entry or records in SAP.
  • Reconciliation of inventory.
  • Managing market return goods.
Desired Qualification, Skills & Work Experience:
  • Bachelor of Commerce / Diploma in Materials management with 5-7 years experience of handling warehouse functions in a FMCG / Logistics company.
  • Knowledge of SAP/Baan/Any ERP package would be an added advantage.
Microbiologist (3 Positions)

Ref: 04/MB/07-2011

Major Job Responsibility: To lead the microbiological requirements in carrying out
relevant laboratory and clinical studies including micro risk assessment, documenting and implementing test protocols & leading HACCP initiatives.

Desired Qualification & Work Experience:
  • Degree/Diploma in Applied Biology/Microbiology/Science/Food Technology with 3-5 years experience as a microbiologist, preferably from Food or pharmaceutical industry
  • Good knowledge of HACCP & ISO 22000
We offer excellent career growth opportunities with remuneration package & fringe benefits matching your skills, experience & expertise.

All positions are based at our Thika plant.

Candidates fulfilling the above criteria need only to apply with detailed resume citing reference number in the subject matter by mail or post to: hrd@bidco-oil.com

Team Leader - Human Resources
Bidco Oil Refineries Limited
P O Box 239-01000
Thika

Not later than 6th August 2011

women for women- FInance manager job in kenya


The Africa Regional Finance Managerwill report to the Global Chief Financial Officer, and work in partnership with the Chapter Finance Manager at HQ and the Deputy Director of Global Operations.

This position will serve as liaison between HQ (Headquarters) and Africa offices located in Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Sudan on a variety of finance functions.

Frequent travel to HQ and each of the Women for Women International (WfWI) African country offices is to be expected.

The position is responsible for the training and support of local finance managers in Africa, including training on QuickBooks accounting software, WfWI’s finance manual, all finance and procurement policies and procedures and the global monthly closing process.

The primary goal of this function is to build adequate financial capacity and internal controls in the Africa field offices.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with HQ finance, Country Directors, Deputy Director of Global Operations and designated in-country finance representatives to ensure that financial systems, including policies and procedures, are developed, continuously monitored and updated and are compliant with local laws and in line with HQ standards.
  • Coordinate with Policy and Compliance staff to direct internal and external audit efforts towards areas of greatest risk.
  • Mentor, coach and develop country office finance staff. Identify training and development opportunities. Develop training materials and content for annual finance manager meetings.
  • Monitoring and support of finance managers during the monthly and annual close process, helping to achieve 100% on-time submissions and minimal coding and compliance errors.
  • Train and coach finance managers on the grants management process, including budget development, compliance, ongoing grants management, forecasting, etc.
  • Provide recruitment support to Country Directors as country office finance vacancies occur.
  • Provide training and on-boarding support for finance staff and temporarily assume direct financial management role for unexpected vacancies.
  • Recommend external trainings and manage/lead internal training on finance issues and processes for both finance staff and non-finance staff on the senior management team, including the Country Directors.
  • Recommend best practices to create opportunities for information flow between HQ and country offices, as well as look for opportunities for inter-country information sharing.
  • Become familiar with HQ Policies and Procedures and participate in the development of new policies, with particular focus on representing the field office perspective during the process (policies are practical, easily understood, etc.).
  • Work with Country Directors, local leadership team and local finance staff to develop an effective annual budget process and an effective monthly financial review process.
  • Provide Country Directors with feedback on local finance staff for annual performance evaluations.
  • Work collaboratively with HQ Finance and the Deputy Director of Global Operations to develop a trip schedule and scope of work to communicate and train staff on new policies, improve areas of non-compliance with existing policies, solicit feedback on proposed new processes, participate in cross-functional special projects, etc.
Required Skills
  • Desire and ability to frequently travel to HQ and country offices up to 90% of the time (position based in Africa, preferable in or near one of the existing 4 African program locations)
  • Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others; role requires serving multiple constituencies and moving initiatives forward
  • Superior interpersonal, organizational, planning and analytical skills are essential
  • Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures relevant to global financial management is required
  • Demonstrated ability to create and document financial policies and procedures is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop sound recommendations and effectively plan, direct and evaluate the work of others.
  • Ability to speak and write fluently in English required. Similar capabilities in French and Swahili highly desired.
Required Experience
  • At least seven years in a financial management capacity entailing supervision and development of staff, management of accounting, budgeting and financial reporting, including management of multiple funding sources and US Government grants.
  • Minimum of a Masters degree in Finance or Accounting
  • CPA or ACCA designation desired
Job Location: Africa, To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
apply www.kenya-jobs.com

Friday, July 29, 2011

Social Development Officer


Based on performance, the appointment can be extended on a one-year basis through the completion of the NELSAP-ISP project.
Duration and Nature of Appointment

The initial appointment will be for 1 year with a 6-month probation period.


How to apply

Prospective candidates are required to read the detailed qualification requirements, terms of reference for the job and selection criteria from the Nile Basin Website at: www.nilebasin.org or http://nelsap.nilebasin.org before submitting their applications.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and CV including date of birth and nationality to the Regional Coordinator, NELSAP Coordination Unit, Kigali-Rwanda by Monday, February 24th , 2010 to email: nelcuvacancy @ nilebasin.org copied to nelcu @ nilebasin.org quoting the job title.

schorlarships in kenya-hot jobs in kenya


8-4-4 Secondary School Scholarships 2010
Premier Academy Charitable Trust is awarding Four Scholarships to deserving Kenyans to pursue Secondary School education under the 8-4-4 system in any Registered School in Kenya.Application Procedure:

Eligible candidates must submit a handwritten application together with:

1. a certified copy of their KCPE result
2. a letter of recommendation from the Head Teacher of their Primary School
3. a letter of Admission from a Registered Secondary School
4. a contact Telephone Number.

The above should be delivered on or before Thursday, 18th February 2010 by post to:

The Admissions Office,
Premier Academy
P.O. Box 39513, 00623
Nairobi

Applicants who do not hear from the Trust by Monday, 22nd February 2010 may deem their application unsuccessful.

program officer job in kenya-hotjobskenya


Our Client is a local faith based Non Governmental Organization with operations around Kajiado North area in the suburbs of Nairobi.

The thematic area of focus is HIV/AIDS with a bias towards supporting women and children.

Programme Officer

The position is responsible for the prudent management of the programme’s work which is consistent with the strategic direction of the organization, delivering specific objectives and making a significant contribution to the development and articulation of the programmes, championing learning and sharing with colleagues internally and externally and ensuring that the programme has adequate resources to deliver to an appropriate quality and achieve defined influencing targets. The right candidate must be a born-again Christian.

1. Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Direction and Policy Influencing

* To address all programme strategy objectives that address clearly articulated problems and issues which have significant impact on poverty reduction.
* To develop programme and project hypotheses that contributes to the understanding and resolution of identified problems/issues in sync with the organization’s strategic direction.
* To develop, and influencing strategy, sets out how knowledge and information accrued will be utilized to achieve desired impacts
* To take lead in synthesizing the contribution that the programme is making to the organization growth and development.

Programme Planning and Management

* To develop new work towards the programme strategic goals and direction consistent with the established and recognized procedures regarding approaches and methodologies.
* To oversee project work-plans, including activity descriptions and timeliness as well as quality.
* To track projects’ progress and make alterations (in consultation with social workers) and the management team where necessary to enhance delivery.
* To mentor the development and maintenance of good relations with beneficiaries, partners and donors.
* To identify and develop new project ideas and strategic opportunities leading to the development of funding proposals
* To keep abreast of new or shifting specialist knowledge and paradigms (technological, methodological or developmental) that relate to programme work; and share the same with programme team and the organization as a whole.

Fundraising, Financial and Asset Management

* To ensure that programmes have adequate funding to implement a portfolio of strategically coherent projects within the region
* To proactively scout for new funding avenues; help in preparing and submitting proposals in liaison with appropriate units within the organization.
* To keep track on project spend and advise project managers accordingly.
* To be ultimately responsible for the financial performance of all work within the programme.

Quality Assurance and Knowledge Management

* To ensure all projects within the programme are designed and implemented to the highest standards possible and in line with the organization’s strategy, guidelines and protocols.
* To ensure quality assurance in all aspects of programme work.
* To ensure all projects are providing learning outputs to the organization.
* To encourage lesson-learning and experience sharing within the programme unit and across the organization

Representation and Networking

* To develop and maintain a network of peers and professional contacts within and outside the organization for exchange of ideas and information in general.
* To represent the organization in professional forums and actively seek avenues for sharing the organization’s experiences and lessons learnt in programmes.

Monitoring and Evaluation

* Develop framework/methodologies for impact monitoring and assessment.
* Manage the monitoring, evaluation and reporting functions of the organizations’ activities and assess M&E reports, managing the standards and quality criteria for reporting system both internally and externally.
* Set up an implementation system for guiding project planning, monitoring and evaluation within a development context.
* Develop, maintain and manage appropriate database systems for monitoring and evaluation.
* Ensure compliance and meeting deadlines for reporting.
* Disseminate and use evaluation findings and follow-up implementation of evaluation recommendations.

2. Other Duties

* Participate in the morning devotions with the staff members and beneficiaries.
* Coordinate the programme staff meetings.
* Oversee the day to day programme related activities at the centre.
* Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.

3. Qualifications

(The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training)

* Bachelor’s degree in social or Community development studies.
* Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
* Post graduate diploma in community work
* Advanced training in governance, leadership and management
* Training in planning, monitoring and evaluation
* Training in financial management

4. Requisite Competencies

* Thorough knowledge of community development and social work
* Knowledge of policy influencing and advocacy
* Excellent writing and reporting skills
* Good Knowledge and understanding of development issues affecting local communities.
* Ability to think strategically and operate under pressure
* Good communication skills and fluent in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili
* Ability to work with minimal supervision and portray good management/coordination acumen.
* Current knowledge on HIV/AIDS and best practices
* Basic counseling skills

Desirable

* Experience in various management roles: including budgetary control and planning.
* Computer literate, in particular knowledgeable in Word processing and spread sheets
* Ability to work in a team
* Ability to pay attention to detail and report accurately.
* Self driven individual who is diligent, honest, disciplined and responsible
* Demonstrate good leadership skills with the ability to work under no supervision.
* A love for community and a heart to serve are critical for this position

5. Relevant Job Experience

* Over three (3) years relevant experience working in a community development programme two (2) of which should have been in a management position.

6. Contacts Arising From the Job

(List contacts which exert significant influence on the work of the jobholder)

Within the Organization

* All staff

Outside the Organization

1. Clients/clients.
2. Visitors.
3. Collaborating agencies.
4. Donors/partners.
5. Government agencies.
6. Community leaders
7. General public.

7. Authority/Decision Making

The position makes recommendations to the Senior Programs officer on issues that relate to the programme management and operations.

8. Special Working Conditions

* Occasionally works long hours and attends meetings in the evenings and outside the normal working area.

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating the position you are applying for, your experience, present employer, present position, current remuneration, testimony in Jesus, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs @ truenorthcareermap.com on or before Friday, January 29th, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged
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