Project Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya – International Labour Organization (ILO)

Post Title: Project Officer

Type of contract: Short Term

Level: NOA

Duration: 10 Months (with possibility of extension)

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia

Community Security through engaging with Youth at Risk

Background

The challenges of implementing a high profile project such as the Community Security through engaging with Youth at Risk, the project, in the environment of Somalia should not be under estimated. The security setting, the political landscape and the (often) conflicting expectations of communities, local and central authorities and international donors presents a challenge to any organisation.

This assignment will support delivery of the project components in various regions of Somalia and will require an ability to work in a complex, changeable, environment where the need to manage process is paramount if tangible benefits are to be delivered.

However, regardless of the operational, political and security challenges the project may face, the ultimate responsibility of the UN agencies (UNICEF is also a partner alongside UNDP and ILO) involved is to deliver tangible benefits to people through working with local teams and partners.

Due to the security situation in southern Somalia, significant aspects of all UN agencies’ international teams currently operate out of Nairobi thus the skills of distance management are to the fore and the need to have both systems and people in place able to manage in this manner is critical to the ability to deliver both quality and at a quantity to make a difference in terms of employment related benefits.

The project will reintegrate youth who have become involved, or could be susceptible to becoming involved, in some form of crime detrimental to community security.

On the reintegration side, the approach is to use employment intensive work, a process of skills development founded on individual assessment, employment-related surveys as a springboard for building longer term job opportunities generating longevity in decent work opportunities created. This means, once immediate jobs have been created through intensive labour practices, further skills development will be undertaken alongside priming of local economies.

This position will work in close collaboration with Programme Officers and Technical Advisors and Programme Managers/Coordinators in both UNDP and ILO linking to UNICEF. The position will contribute to coordination with parallel/complementary projects and programming. For example, close linkage with the UN’s Joint Programme Local Governance and Decentralised Service Delivery, will be required to take forward the results achieved fitting to other work on employment generation in the target areas for the project.

ILO’s work with Somaliland, Puntland and southern Somalia to develop an interim Decent Work Country Programme will be a guiding example of how collaboration is to be developed. UNDP’s Country Programme Strategy 2010-2015 also promotes complementary results and has followed a similar participatory path. All programming fits within the UNSAS and builds on the ethos of delivering as one UN.

Project Context

The project document will be made available to those candidates meeting the initial requirements for second round of interviewing.

Responsibilities

The Project Officer will be expected to:

·         Contribute to the overall delivery of the project., through team work and supervision of specific delegated responsibilities for running aspects of the project

·         Manage specific targets as set out in the project document related to the reintegration of beneficiaries of the project

·         Coordinate to ensure effective, efficient delivery of components deemed the responsibility of specific agencies, notably ILO and UNDP but also ensuring coherence with UNICEF’s undertakings

·         Work within the project team to define work plans

·         Undertake a supervisory role for the implementation of work plans when so delegated by managers and advisors associated with the project

·         Ensure close collaboration between technical experts and individual agency financial and administration systems for the effective delivery of multi component processes in different geographical locations

Further, the Project Officer will:

·         Supervise processes within the relevant organisational finance and administration, draft service agreements/other contractual arrangement with partners and prepare terms of reference (ToR), work plans and budgets; as well as means to supervise and monitor such agreements. Support the procurement process including the adjudication of tenders.

·         Participate and contribute to project and thematic collaboration and other processes

·         Complement the work of ILO and UNDP technical advisers and team members, ensuring linkage between the project and other components within the ILO and UNDP Somalia Strategies

·         Contribute to “one UN” harmonization processes; participate in specific clusters/working groups of the UN joint programme framework.

·         In close collaboration with other UN partners, develop strategic entry points to enhance linkages among similar UN supported initiatives, in particular support to macro-level policy, institution building and common systems

·         Promote the ILO Decent Work and UNDP Country Strategy agenda as it applies to project activities.

·         Liaise and co-ordinate with NGOs, other UN Agencies and government departments operating complementary activities and initiatives

·         Under the guidance of the Project Manager and relevant Managers in UNDP and ILO, take an active part in specialist fora with regard to employment related work in the UN system. Under the guidance of the Project Manager and relevant Managers in UNDP and ILO and in liaison with colleagues, take forward UNDP’s and ILO’s position in cross cutting themes such as gender, disability and environment.

·         Promote full participation of all the stakeholders in order to promote empowerment and ownership and contribute to the ‘one UN voice’ on gender, human rights and HIV/AIDS in particular.

Qualifications, Experience and Personal Attributes

·         University degree in public administration, development project management or related field.

·         At least 5 years professional work experience in youth focused or demobilisation and reintegration or employment generation programmes

·         Experienced in active labour market programme development and implementation.

·         Knowledge of the Somalia context.

·         Demonstrable extensive working experience in project management,

·         Have high degree of professionalism, consistently approaches work with energy and positive, constructive attitude. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

·         Maturity to peer manage partner relations in all facets of project work.

·         Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view

·         Aptitude and attitude to learn and develop personally within the present and future requirements of the programme

·         Planning and Organizing: Develops work plans consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.

·         Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve defined project results; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Ability to work in a multi-disciplined and multi-cultural team.

·         Communication: Ability to write in clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Ability to speak, read and write in Somali a distinct advantage

·         Willingness and ability to spend 50 percent of time on mission in various parts of Somalia a prerequisite.

How to apply

Please send your curriculum vitae marked “Project Officer- Nairobi ” by 06 April 2011 to:

The Chief Technical Adviser,

ILO Somalia/Employment for Peace Programme,

UNOPS Compound, UN Avenue, Gigiri,

P.O Box 39981, 00623-Nairobi, Kenya.

Email : hrsomalia@ilo.org

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Driver / Clerk Job in Nairobi Kenya – International Labour Organization (ILO)

Post Title : Driver/Clerk

Grade/Level : GS 3 Step 1

Duration: 1 year (with possible extension)

Organization: International Labour Organization (ILO)

Unit: Somalia Programme

Duty Station: Nairobi

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the ILO Somalia, the main duties of the Driver/Clerk will include the following:

·         Drive for the Chief Technical Adviser and other high-ranking officials.

·         Keep a timetable for arrivals and departures of officials and arrange VIP rooms.

·         Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities.

·         Collect and deliver mail, pouch or documents.

·         Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, check oil, water, battery, brakes and tires.

·         Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.

·         Keep records of use of vehicle, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing and other services.

·         Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of Involvement in accident.

·         Perform other miscellaneous office support functions such as messenger services.

·         Making photocopies or sending faxes.

·         Perform other related duties as required.

Education – Completion of secondary education, valid driver’s licence, knowledge of driving rules and Regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.

Experience – Four years’ work experience as a driver with a safe driving record.

Languages - Good knowledge of the local language and knowledge of the working language of the duty station.

Competencies

·         A high level of driving and vehicle repair and maintenance skills.

·         Proven ability to keep accurate records of the use of vehicle.

·         Proven ability to drive safely in local traffic conditions.

·         Ability to follow instructions.

·         Ability to undertake minor vehicle repair.

·         Ability to lift heavy mail bags and boxes.

·         Ability to take initiative and discretion.

Application Procedure

Electronic CV and application (including available starting date) to be submitted on e-mail to hrsomalia@ilo.org subject line marked “Driver/Clerk – Nairobi – ILO Somalia.

Closing date for receipt of submissions 07 April 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for possible interview.

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Kindergarten Assistant Teachers Jobs in Kenya - Nairobi Waldorf School

Due to increased enrolment, the Nairobi Waldorf School is has three vacancies for Kindergarten Assistant Teachers in May 2011.

The teachers should have a Certificate in Montessori or KHA training, three years teaching experience and be at least 30 years old.

Remuneration is based on training and experience and includes advanced teacher training, Health Insurance and the school’s contribution of 95% school fees for the teacher’s children enrolled in our school.

Please e-mail your cover letter, CV, certificates and two recommendation letters to admin@nairobiwaldorfschool.ac.ke by 1st April 2011.

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Sales and Client Relations Executive Job in Kenya - Green Bell Communications

We are looking to recruit results oriented, highly self motivated and enthusiastic sales executive.

Primary purpose and function of the role

The overall goal of the position is to implement the company’s sales strategy and manage all the clientele of the company.

The objective is to ensure that the current client base is served well as you drive new business development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Operations Director and working closely with the Managing Director the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• meeting set sales targets
• managing a portfolio of clients to address their needs and expectations.
• overall responsibility of accounts receivables within set targets.

Knowledge and expertise

The incumbent will poses the following knowledge and expertise:

• A business diploma/degree or a relevant diploma/degree
• 2 years experience in a similar position in ICT industry.
• Strong entrepreneurial skills, innovative thinker and motivated person who are results oriented
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and team player.

Qualified candidates should submit their applications by email (Cover letters and CV’s as one document not separate attachment) addressed to the Operations Director.

Your application should include your current monthly/previous salary and benefits as well as your expected salary submit your application to info@gbc.co.ke so as to reach us by 8th April 2010

GBC is an equal opportunity employer

www.gbc.co.ke

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Accountant Assistant Job in Kenya - Greenbell Communication

Job Title: Accountant Assistant

Reports to: Finance and Administration Head

Position Summary

The purpose of the job is to assist in the company’s accounting and administrative activities. This includes performing day-to-day book keeping and accounting for the company.

This position operates with limited supervision for routine work and is able to identify when direction is required and respond easily to new assignments. This is an evolving position and responsibilities may shift over time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all accounting records are up to date including prompt posting of all records in the accounting and reviewing of the same for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with all financial & tax regulations e.g. by preparing and submitting financial returns and payments such as VAT, corporate tax, withholding tax, NSSF, NHIF, annual returns etc within required deadlines.
• Prepare financial statements, analyses and reconciliations for the review and approval by the head of Finance and Administration. These include:

1. Cash flow statement with forecast: weekly
2. Balance sheet, including analysis of key debtor and creditor balances: weekly
3. Profit & Loss account: monthly
4. Ongoing projects expenses and profitability tracking: weekly
5. Bank reconciliations for all bank accounts: weekly
6. Petty cash reconciliation: weekly
7. Analysis of performance vs targets: monthly

• Responsible for preparing any schedule required by Auditors and general assistance for successful completion of audits.
• Implement budgetary control in the company e.g. by reporting progress vs budget for individual projects and company overall.
• Ensure safe keeping of all manual and electronic accounts files.
• Review and process all financial transactions (invoices, bank deposits, payroll, taxes) on a timely basis ensuring accuracy , completeness and compliance with company policies and procedures and regulatory requirements, follow up and resolve any and all issues, seeking directions where required.
• Payment of wages/labor accounts and suppliers
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualification

• First degree in Bachelor of commerce or any related discipline
• Professional qualification- CPA, ACCA or equivalent
• At least two years experience in an accounting role. Exceptional candidates with less experience could be considered
• Proficiency in computer application packages- spread sheets in particular.
• Experience with accounting applications such as QuickBooks.

Required Skills

• Good analytical and supervisory skills
• Good understanding of key company regulations
• Proactive team player with initiative
• High level integrity and trustworthiness
• A controls mindset is key
• Excellent organization, time management, administrative and computer skills
• Excellent oral, written and communication skills
• Able to work closely and cooperatively with the other staff members, vendors etc
• Attention to details and a strong customer service focus

Qualified candidates should submit their applications by email (Cover letters and CV’s as one document not separate attachment) addressed to the Operations Director.

Your application should include your current monthly/previous salary and benefits as well as your expected salary submit your application to info@gbc.co.ke so as to reach us by 8th April 2010

GBC is an equal opportunity employer

www.gbc.co.ke

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Product Ambassador - Mocality Job in Kenya

Job Title: Product Ambassador

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients
• Install product and demonstrate its use at the customer site
• Deliver presentations of the products at customer sites
• Meet set targets
• Provide feedback from members and potential customers to enhance product performance and service delivery
• Support product development by testing new product releases and acting as a Senior User
• Identify and make contact with potential customers
• Maintain contact with existing and potential customers to promote sign ups and in depth use of product.
• Assist in the identification of opportunities for new services and for enhancement and development of existing products
• Understand the market in which the company operates and how the company’s products and services are used within that market
• Handle customer complaints
• Identify and resolve client concerns
• Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff
• Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity
• Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts as assigned
• Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships
• Provide on-the-job training to new sales employees
• Manage account services through quality checks and other follow-up
• Assists in the implementation of company marketing plans as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Job specification of sales representative

• Must be a college graduate. Preference will be given to University Graduates.
• Pleasant and outgoing personality.
• Customer service orientated.
• Must be Committed, Positive and Hardworking.
• 1-2 years sales experience will be an advantage.
• Good track record in corporate sales.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both written and spoken.
• Ability to persuade and influence others.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.

To apply

Send mail to Joshua@mocality.com with your CV attached no later than 29th of March 2011, with email subject: PRODUCT AMBASSADOR APPLICATION.

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Data Moderator / Verifier (Customer Focused Role) Job in Kenya

Summary:

Mocality.com is a very reputable company owned by the largest media company in Africa called Naspers in the MIH Internet EA division fast growing to be the largest in the online space.

Successful candidates will render a variety of services including dealing with clients through application of knowledge about our company, its products and services. The best candidate will carry themselves with professionalism, be outgoing and a good communicator. This role has tremendous room for growth so we will require a high standard of work ethic.

Job Responsibilities and requirements

• Call Businesses to identify, capture, populate, moderate and manage quality online business listings.
• Business owner education and marketing of Mocality.com (including educating existing and prospective customers on how Mocality works).
• Produces daily and weekly activity plans and report this activity and challenges to Team leaders.
• Provide leads from conversation with business owners to Sales and Marketing team.
• Provide customer support and service delivery to existing and prospective Mocality customers both business owners and users.
• Builds a defined working procedure according to guidelines.
• You will be required to set up business accounts on the Mocality web site and tracks utilization of available tools.
• Share ideas on improving the quality of service on the phone and the website.
• Responsible for meeting daily and weekly targets set by Line Manager.
• Participates in weekly team meetings and early morning stand up meetings.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Organize yourself and take responsibility to ensure that team targets are met.
• Consistent attendance to meetings on time and punctual to start working.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree preferably in Business/Marketing or IT related field.
• A self-starter always looking to complete assigned work.
• Competent in writing reports.
• Good communicator and fluent in English and Kiswahili
• Team player and goal oriented.
• Experience in data verification and customer service is an added advantage.
• Positive and hardworking attitude.
• Able to work to targets and deadlines.
• Ability to convince and influence people.

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be part of the Mocality Team, please forward your CV showing relevant skills and experience for attention of:

The Customer Service & Data Quality Manager

Mocality.com

To Email: Einstein@mocality.com

Closing date is the 29 March 2011

Indicate the Position name in the subject.

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Personal Assistant to Managing Director Job Opportunity in Kenya

Due to fast and sustained growth, our client, a manufacturing company, requires a suitable candidate to fill in the following position.

Personal Assistant

• Attending to all administrative functions in the CEO’s office
• Preparing and planning for the CEO’s work schedules
• Organizing and preparing schedules for Board Meetings and liaising with all board members
• Preparing and typing documents for Board presentations
• Providing technical and general administration duties for various projects
• Providing secretarial services during management meetings
• Handling general inquiries and directing them to the relevant managers
• Screening telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them whenapp ropriate
• Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments
• Dealing with correspondence and writing letters, taking dictation and minutes
• Organising and attending meetings, and ensuring the manager is well-prepared for meetings
• Dealing with incoming email, faxes and post
• Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations
• And other duties that may be assigned.

Qualification

• Diploma in relevant field and customer service orientation
• 2 years experience in the same field
• Good keyboard skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Understand the necessity of confidentiality
• Ability to work with diversity and stress tolerance

Interested candidates can send their CV to recruitment@workforceassociates.net on or before 5th April 2011

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Job Vacancies in the Kenyan Hospitality Sector

A progressive group of companies with expansive, fast and sustainable growth in the hospitality industry specializing in apartments, restaurants and lodges is looking for self driven and result oriented individuals to move its business to the next level.

We are looking for highly qualified and competent personnel who can lead or work in a multi cultural team of fine professionals at the very top end of their area of specialization.

General Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day- to – day management including planning, organizing, directing and controlling of human and material resources within the apartments or lodges, restaurant and reservation in order to ensure financial viability, and facilitate a smooth-running customer service and sustaining staff motivation for efficient team work.

Other opportunities available are:-

1. Operations Manager / Room Division Manager

2. Restaurant Manager

3. Restaurant Supervisor

4. Food and Beverage Manager

5. Executive Chef

6. Pastry chef

7. Sous-chefs

8. Cooks-( short order, grill etc specify area of specialization)

9. Stewards

10. Laundry Supervisor

11. Laundry Operators

12. Front office receptionists/ Cashiers

13. Waiters

14. Barmen

15. Storekeepers

If you feel that you want to move your career to the next level and meet the specified requirements send your application letters with detailed CVs, copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials stating your current remuneration together with day-time telephone contact, names and contact of three referees, indicating the post applied for in the application letter to:

power.high1@gmail.com

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National Nutrition Action Plan - Kenya - Terms of Reference

Introduction

Malnutrition, including micronutrient deficiencies, is a significant public health problem in Kenya.

As a matter of fact, malnutrition continues to be the single greatest contributor to child mortality (53%). Nutritional trends in the decade between 1998 and 2008 show no significant change in nutritional status of children less than five years with stunting rates stagnating at about 33% according to the Kenya Demographic Health Survey (KDHS 1998, 2003 and 2008).

Today in Kenya, 2.8 million children are stunted. This is a serious national development concern as they are at a high risk of dying and if they survive, they are likely to be less productive in their adult life.

Although the 2.8 million children may enrol later in school and even complete a few grades, their performance will be below their potential thus compromising the impact of free primary education.

It is estimated that in 2010 alone, Kenya lost about KShs 95 billion due to the effects of stunting and this may increase to Kshs 2.4 trillion by 2030 if nothing is done to address the problem. According to the Kenya Nutrition Profiles (2010) about 704, 771 lives will be lost by then. .

Facts on the impact of malnutrition on mortality and disease in Kenya indicate that:

• 50,000 child lives lost every year because children are underweight
• 10, 000 child lives lost every year because children lack the protection of Vitamin A
• 11,000 child lives lost every year because children are not exclusively breastfed
• 400,000 children suffering mental retardation every year because they are not consuming iodized salt

In acknowledgement of the malnutrition situation in the country, the government has made effort in reducing hunger and malnutrition as reflected in a number of strategic documents such as the National Plan of Action on Nutrition (1994), the draft National Food Security and Nutrition Policy (2007) and, the Child survival and Development Strategy (CSDS) 2008-2015 among others.

It is important to note that efforts in laying the strategic frameworks have not yielded noticeable results as malnutrition persists. A number of the policies and strategies are also yet to pass through the entire parliamentary processes and those that have done so, have been marked by weaknesses in implementation.

Indeed the national planning blue print, the Kenya Vision 2030 recognizes the importance of nutrition in its goal, to “transform Kenya into a globally competitive and prosperous nation with a high quality of life by 2030”. It is also arguable that the attainment of the first five Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) is contingent on having a healthy and productive labour force thus the need to ensure that newborns are nourished and well cared for.

At the International Conference on Nutrition (ICN) held in December 1992, 159 countries including Kenya, unanimously adopted a World Declaration and Plan of Action for Nutrition which stresses the determination of all actions to work together to eliminate hunger and all forms of malnutrition.

The national plan on nutrition for Kenya was developed in 1994 but its implementation has been weak. As such, Kenya does not have any strategy on nutrition for its citizens and there is need to develop a nutrition strategy especially in view of the new constitution and other relevant existing policy frameworks.

In view of the foregoing, World Vision Kenya and Save the Children UK, in collaboration with UNICEF, Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation (MOPHS) and other partners under the umbrella of the Nutrition Interagency Coordinating Committee (ICC) seeks to hire the services of a qualified and experienced consultant to facilitate the process of reviewing the draft food security and nutrition strategy and developing a Nutrition Action Plan for Kenya.

Consultancy Description:

The overall purpose of this consultancy is to assist the government of Kenya to develop a 5 year costed National Nutrition Action Plan (NAP). The consultant is expected to adopt an effective participatory approach that involves as many stakeholders as is possible. These must include the government; academic institutions, community representatives, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Donor agencies.

Specifically the consultant shall:

• Review relevant documents and policies pertaining to the development of the NAP.
• Organize and facilitate 1 day stakeholder workshops at national and provincial levels to facilitate the development of the NAP
• Prepare a draft Action plan with a budget and monitoring framework, of not more than 50 pages
• Organise a workshop to present the first draft NAP to stakeholders for their validation and comments
• Submit final national plan of action for nutrition

Corresponding Responsibilities:

• Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders, including WVK, SCUK, UNICEF, government, consultants and other civil society representatives
• Work closely with nutrition and Advocacy teams in both SCUK and WVK to plan and coordinate the stakeholder workshops.

Duration of Assignment:

• The assignment is assigned 60 calendar days. The consultant is expected to develop a work plan for undertaking the assignment in consultation with the ICC.

Expected Outputs

The consulting firm/consultant is expected to produce the following results and deliverables:

• A professionally done National Nutrition Action Plan. The plan should not be more than 50 pages in length including the budget, monitoring framework and all annexes. The final document should be submitted in both soft and hard copy.
• A thorough report of the Stakeholders’ Workshops and
• A popular version of the Strategy

Qualification and/or Specialized Knowledge/Experience Required for the Assignment:

• Minimum Master of Public Health, Masters in Nutrition, Knowledge about strategic plan development High analytical capacity and communication skills
• A minimum of five (5) years hands on experience working in nutrition and/ or public health at national and international levels; experience in participatory methodologies and processes for policy framework development is required;
• Excellent facilitation skills, and experience in working with governments, donors and civil society
• Excellent group leadership, coordination and work management skills
• Demonstrated expertise in eliciting evidence-based knowledge and developing relevant policy recommendations
• Demonstrated strong analytical, research and writing skills
• Strong communication, documentation and presentation skills;

Proposed Payment Schedule:

Payments will be made as per the following schedule:

• 20% of total payment upon signing the contract
• 40% of total payment upon completing the stakeholder workshops
• 40% of total payment upon submission of the final report (as specified in this TOR)

Expression of interest

Qualified consultants are therefore asked to submit their expressions of interests together with:

A technical proposal including:

• Consultant's understanding of the specific terms of reference.
• A detailed methodology explaining how development of Nutritional Action plan will be undertaken.
• A clear and detailed work plan, describing the main activities and the execution timetable, presented in a Gantt Schedule format

Underlying justifications

• A statement of capacities, previous experience and activities relating subject.
• Curricula vitae for the principal consultant who will undertake the assignment including two referees that are relevant to this assignment.
• Names, addresses, telephone numbers of three organizations which will be used as professional references

Your expression of interest should be addressed to: jobskenya@scuk.or.ke and reach this address not later than 6th April 2011 at 4.30 p.m.

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USIU Agribusiness Training Project Manager Job in Kenya

Position: Project Manager - Certificate in Management and Innovation for Agribusiness Entrepreneurs

Position Purpose:

The Agribusiness Training Project Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the agribusiness training project and will work closely with the Project Director in the development of course modules and case studies with the partners.

The incumbent will be responsible for planning, budgeting, coordinating and controlling all project activities including promotion, recruitment, and enrolment, training and monitoring & evaluation of the project. The project duration is 18 months.

The Agribusiness Training Project Manager will report to the Project Director (Director CEED).

Key Responsibilities

• To set up project systems and structures as proposed in the project specification
• To prepare project annual work plans
• To manage staff and assist instructors in the agribusiness training program
• To co-ordinate board meetings and organize for stakeholder forums
• To recruit trainees from among agribusiness entrepreneurs throughout Kenya
• To manage the training process, graduation and networking activities
• To manage post graduation activities including wrap around services
• To oversee M&E for the project
• To prepare a comprehensive annual project report.

Qualifications /Educational/Professional/experience)

• Master’s degree (preferably an MBA) or equivalent from a recognized institution
• Minimum 5 years post master’s working experience in general management and specifically in project management with international organizations
• Knowledge of Agribusiness value chain of key stakeholders
• Be computer literate – PowerPoint, spread sheets word processing, front page and desktop publishing

Competencies

• Be self driven, have a positive outlook and have a pleasant personality
• Managerial skills – leadership, conceptual, financial and interpersonal among others
• Be a good negotiator, researcher and keen on details.
• Possess excellent verbal & written communication skills, and
• Be a team player.

If you meet the above criteria, please send your resume and a covering letter to the undersigned on or before, 5th April, 2011. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Head of Human Resource
United States International University,
P.O. Box 14634, 00800, Nairobi.
Email: hr@usiu.ac.ke or direcorceed@usiu.ac.ke or adminceed@usiu.ac.ke

USIU is an equal opportunity employer.

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KTDA Greenland Fedha Area Manager Job in Kenya

Greenland Fedha Ltd is a Micro Finance Institution wholly owned by KTDA Holdings Ltd with a country wide network. We are seeking to recruit a highly talented professional to contribute positively to our business growth.

To qualify for this position, the interested candidates must have a proven track record of performance; possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, negotiation skills, computer literacy and the ability to deliver under pressure.

Area Manager
1 Position

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial services to farming communities and encouraging a culture of savings and investment by farmers within a specific area.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the microfinance operations at the Area Office.
• Supervising Business Development Officers and support staff in the Area Office.
• Developing and implementing work plans.
• Ensuring a healthy growing portfolio at the Area Office.
• Networking with other stakeholders in MFI implementation.
• Safeguarding Company’s assets.
• Identifying locations of potential growth and setting up new branches.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies:-

• A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Cooperative Management, Commerce Economics, Agribusiness, Microfinance or related field.
• At least five (5) years experience in Microfinance business operations with two (2) years experience as Credit Supervisor.
• Excellent understanding of microfinance industry trends and risks.

If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV to reach the undersigned not later than 8th April 2011.

The General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi

Email: recruitment@ktdateas.com

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Information Technology Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya - Liverpool VCT Care and Treatment

Ref: ITM/LVCT/2011

Location: Nairobi

The IT Manager will report to the Operations Director, and is to provide strategic leadership in information and communications technology to the organization.

Core duties include analyzing systems and processes; hardware and software maintenance; training, consultation and ensuring maximum access to and implementation of technology services and resources.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage information technology and computer systems

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for electronic data processing and computer systems operations and ensure adherence.
• Manage the acquisition, installation and maintenance of the local area network (LAN) hardware and software
• Manage the information systems, staff and consultants to design, develop, implement, operate and administer computer and telecommunications software.
• Provide leadership in the use of modern software in presentation of reports at organizational meetings with staff and other parties.

2. Ensure IT is accessible and equipped with current hardware and software

• Troubleshoot workstations, network operating system, software applications, phones, copiers and other related technologies
• Familiarity with all hardware, software and network operating systems
• Compliance with all software licensing agreements and track software versions
• Provide orientation to new users of existing technology and train staff
• Provide leadership in managing information sharing platforms e.g. shared folders and give recommendations about accessing information and support
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software
• Maintain current and accurate inventory of computer hardware, software and IT resources.
• Design, develop, maintain and update the organization website and intranets. Update and improve the website and intranet, add new functionality and improve user ability to maintain website without technical support.

3. Monitor and maintain technology to ensure maximum access

• Manage network operations to include connectivity problems, installing and maintaining routers; adding/terminating users; assigning rights and access; resetting passwords; establishing e-mail addresses; performing backups and restorations, input and maintain IP addresses etc.
• Make recommendations about purchase of technology resources
• Maintain log and/or list of required repairs and maintenance
• Ensure security of data and information including installation of updated anti-virus software, mitigation and documentation of security risks.
• Implements, maintains and administrates databases
• Provides technical supervision of IT staff, updates and evaluates the performance of IT staff.

4. Routine Database Administration

• Work closely with Monitoring and Evaluation team to design, set up and maintain routine and evaluation database(s).
• Develop back-up and recovering procedures
• Develop database utilities and automated reporting
• Evaluate and recommend new database technologies

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in IT. Masters degree will be preferred
• Professional training certification in MCITP, CCNA etc.
• Over 4 years experience of working in an IT environment
• Knowledge and experience with LANS/WANS, window server environment, Microsoft SQL Server, network/workstation peripherals, firewalls, HTML, computer hardware
• Attention to detail and display of critical/creative thinking
• Demonstrated management, leadership ,supervisory and team building skills

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, Salary history and expectations, clearly stating the position and location applied for, to:

Human Resource and Administration Division,
Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment,
P.O Box 19835, 00202 Nairobi, Kenya

Or email: recruitment@liverpoolvct.org

so as to reach us NOT later than April 4, 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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Program Officers (QM) Jobs in Kenya - Liverpool VCT Care and Treatment

Title: Program Officers (QM)

Ref: QM/LVCT/2011

Positions: 3

Location: Embu, Narok & Embu

The Quality Management Officer will ensure overall coordination and institutionalization of QA/QI/QC processes in HTC, PITC, GBV and MARPs projects in collaboration with project staff and the Ministry of health.

The QM Officer will be expected to work with all partners including the MoH to ensure that set service standards are adhered to. He/She will also be expected to facilitate the design implementation, monitoring and evaluation of counsellor supervision activities, QA institutionalization and QC services within the project areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the MoH in the design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of quality assurance Supervision mechanisms and tools for the HTC, Gender and MARPs technical programs in Central, Eastern and Rift Valley Provinces in consultation with the project coordinators
• In consultation with MoH and technical advisors, develop work plans, budgets and ensure adherence, facilitating institutionalization of QA, data, providers supervision in health and community settings in consultation with the senior technical advisor MoH officials and other project staff
• Ensure timely budgeting, adherence to budget plans and accounting for all QA/QI and supervision resources allocated to the project
• Support the MoH in developing and regularly reviewing the QA mechanisms and tools for the HTC, Gender and MARPs technical areas and to lead the process of QA institutionalization in Health settings.
• Building the capacity of the MoH, CSOs and the private sector in gathering and analyzing data for monitoring quality from sites/programmes and providing feedback on a regular basis.
• Support the MoH in designing implementing and evaluation of counsellor supervision mechanisms for practicing counsellors.
• Participate in HTC, gender and MARPs stakeholder meetings as a way of leveraging on existing community resources.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in medical or social science background – Clinical officers, Nurses, Lab techs
• Training on quality assurance, improvement or control with knowledge of counselling and testing
• Knowledge of counselling and testing
• Demonstrable leadership, good communication and report writing skills
• Good communication skills
• Good with MS Office suite

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, Salary history and expectations, clearly stating the position and location applied for, to:

Human Resource and Administration Division,
Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment,
P.O Box 19835, 00202 Nairobi, Kenya

Or email: recruitment@liverpoolvct.org

so as to reach us NOT later than April 4, 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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Program Officers (GBV) Jobs in Kenya - Liverpool VCT Care and Treatment

Title: Program Officers (GBV)

Ref: GBV/LVCT/2011

Positions: 3

Location: Nyeri, Nakuru & Machakos

The GBV Officer will provide oversight to the Gender Based Violence program at facility and community level to ensure service provision, medico-legal linkages and community sensitization and creation of demand for services.

The officer will ensure the provision of the highest standards for service delivery to survivors of sexual violence. This will largely entail capacity building/strengthening to GoK, CSOs and other partners including the private sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to APHIAplus staff, MoH officials and other stakeholders including APHIAplus partners to identify gender needs and concerns and facilitate them in integrating gender into programming of their HIV/AIDS work.
• Support the links with governmental and other stakeholders to strengthen APHIAplus engagement in gender work within the national and international HIV/AIDS response.
• Scaling up PRC services in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation facilities.
• Work in collaboration with other technical project area to ensure synergies in the various programs.
• Ensure development and timely implementation of work plans, budgeting and accounting of resources allocated to the APHIAplus gender program.
• To prepare periodic and special reports documenting program performance and to participate in professional association forums, in local and international conferences.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in medical or social science with over 3 years experience in GBV programming
• Knowledge and experience on provision of post rape care services or implementation of GBV programs
• Good communication, demonstrable leadership and report writing skills
• Training skills
• Demonstrable leadership and report writing skills
• Good with MS Office suite

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, Salary history and expectations, clearly stating the position and location applied for, to:

Human Resource and Administration Division,
Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment,
P.O Box 19835, 00202 Nairobi, Kenya

Or email: recruitment@liverpoolvct.org

so as to reach us NOT later than April 4, 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE