Customer Service Agent job at Darubini Group of Luxury Hotels in Watamu

Customer Service Agent job at Darubini Group of Luxury Hotels in Watamu – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies
The Darubini Group of Luxury Hotels is one of Kenya’s leading 6-star luxury groups of hotels operating at Kenya’s coastal belt. Currently, the group is pursuing expansion into more areas at the coastal belt through establishment of even more luxurious hotels offering a wider array of services and facilities. To this end, the group is recruiting energetic, ambitious and self-driven individuals to fill various vacancies within these new establishments.
Basic Requirements:

• All applicants must be between the ages of 18 – 39 years.
• All applicants must be willing to relocate and aboard at the Hotels’ servant quarters. The quarters are fully serviced with various amenities including DSTV, a swimming pool, a lounge bar and a garden.
• All applicants must be Kenyan citizens holding a valid Kenyan passport or National Identity card.
• Previous work experience in the hospitality industry will be an added advantage for any position.
• All applicants must be fluent in both English and Kiswahili, both spoken and written. Any other foreign language will be an added advantage.

Customer Service Agent
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• Holder of a Degree/Diploma in Business Administration or any other related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate in an honest, articulate and composed manner.
• Patient and accommodative.
• Knowledge of basic customer service practices and principles.
• Ability to resolve conflict amicably.
• High levels of professionalism, enthusiasm and a ‘can do’ attitude
• Ability to prioritize and work with a sense of urgency
• Ability to work with diverse groups and people from various backgrounds.
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations
• Ability to work under minimum or no supervision at all.
• Great analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution techniques

How to apply
Send an email to vacancies@darubinihotels.com with;-

• A letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
• A brief cover letter expressing why you feel best suited for this position.

All applications must reach us on or before April 15th, 2011 5.00pm
All applications received after deadline will be automatically disqualified.
Website: www.darubinihotels.com

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Data Entry Clerks jobs at African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) in Nairobi

AFIDEP together with University of Southampton, U.K and Imperial College U.K. is carrying out a Baseline Survey for the Socio-Economic Impact Assessment for Rural Decentralized Off-Grid Electricity Generation Schemes in Rural Kenya Project. The overall objective of the socio-economic impact assessment of the rural decentralized off-grid electricity generation schemes in rural Kenya is to evaluate the impact of rural, off-grid renewable energy-based electrification schemes on the health and economic wellbeing of people in the Kenyan villages. The baseline survey will take place in Mwania and Kitonyoni Sub location in Makueni District and will start on 20/02/11 to about end of March 2011. As a result we are looking for 4 Data entry Clerks who meet the below qualification
Data Entry Clerks
The Data entry clerks will possess these qualities

• Diploma/Form 4 leavers C+
• Computer literacy and data entry experience;
• Ability to work or interpret data independently
• Fluency in written and spoken English;
• Ability to work with a team.

Please send your CV to info@afidep.org before 14th Feb 2011.
African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP)
Suite #29, 2nd Floor, Royal Offices, Mogotio Road (off Chiromo Lane), Westlands
P.O. Box 14688-00800, Nairobi, KENYA,
Phone: +254-20-203-9510; +254-735-249-499;
Web: www.afidep.org

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Data Capture Operators jobs at Horizon Contact Centers in Nairobi

Data Capture Operators Job Vacancies at Horizon Contact Centers in Kenya
Horizon is looking for experienced data entry clerk to work on a temp to permanent basis. Please note that the word is EXPERIENCED as we will be doing vigorous tests to ensure that we get the right individuals. The data entry clerks will be paid on productivity i.e. on per key stroke basis so the more productive they are the more they will earn. Their salary will be basis on a fixed permanent pay + commission based on productivity. Their work will require overtime which will be communicated to them as and when it does arise.
The job of data entry entitles the candidates reading alphanumeric and numeric data from a form which they then enter into a computer system in predetermined and structured format. Thus when we talk about experience, the data entry clerk need to be focused, with good eye sight, and able to discern very quickly the patterns in a particular set of forms and then enter the data into the system quite quickly. The ability to read alphanumeric data form will mean they have experience in capturing handwritten data into systems. Their ability to do so is purely based on Experience and once they come for the interview process at Horizon we will be quickly able to discern that capability.
The profile for such persons elsewhere where this type of work is done is usually female in their 30 and 40s. They would potentially have a pure background in data entry back ground and love what they do. The potential pool in Kenya, would be similar people with the experience potentially with a back ground of Secretarial, payroll or accounting clerks who require data entry skills for day to day activities and would potentially be experience secretaries and data entry clerks work in Insurance, telecommunications companies, banking and accounting firms. Please note Data Entry is not synonymous to typing skills.
For those who qualify, this will be normal steady work available for them to work through-out the year and those selecte! d will b e able to start immediately. We are looking to start with five employee by first of march and grow this to 50 by the end of march.
The job advert is as follows:
DATA CAPTURE OPERATORS WANTED

• Temporarily to Permanent Positions.
• Experiences individual with at least five years of experience.
• Speed and accuracy: 40 words per minute or 12000 key strokes per hour with a 95% to 97% accuracy level.

Horizon does not expect to pay the recruitment agency any fees for any individuals selected as this should be recovered from those that apply as they will be guaranteed a steady income.
For more information about Horizon Contact Centers please visit www.horizoncontactcenters.com

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Sales Representative job (Retail/Network) at KenolKobil in Nairobi

Sales Representative (Retail/Network) at KenolKobil in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies
KenolKobil is the leading oil marketing company in Kenya. We have established a very vibrant regional presence, with strong subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, Ethiopia and Burundi. We wish to invite applications from suitable candidates for the positions stated below to meet the following profiles:
SALES REPRESENTATIVES (RETAIL / NETWORK)
Personal requirements

• University degree, preferably in Marketing, Mechanical Engineering/Business Administration.
• At least Two (2) years working experience in FMCG or oil industry.
• Basic accounting knowledge.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• High integrity.
• Willingness to travel widely and be posted to any location in the country.

Key responsibilities
• Develop new business against set targets.
• Manage existing business in line with company regulations.
• Accurate record keeping and provision of timely reports to supervisor.
• Management of market intelligence.
• Efficient territory management to maximize sales volumes.
• Credit management in line with company policy.
If you meet the above requirements, e-mail your application accompanied by your CV and
daytime contacts to: hr@kenkob.co.ke
All applications must be submitted by Friday, March 25, 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Stores Clerks job at Nairobi Sports House in Nairobi

We are looking for storekeepers to work in our stores. They should have B+ in KCSC, and dip in stores management and Min experience of 3 years.

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Accountant and Deputy Departmental Finance Officer job at Department for International Development (DFID) in Nairobi

Accountant & Deputy Departmental Finance Officer at Department for International Development (DFID) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies
ACCOUNTANT AND DEPUTY DEPARTMENTAL FINANCE OFFICER
Grade: B2
Division: DFID Kenya & Somalia (Africa Division
Closing: 12pm, 19th April 2011
Background
The primary aim of the British Government’s Department for International Development (DFID) is reducing poverty, and achievement of the other Millennium Development Goals. DFID Kenya and Somalia is responsible for the delivery of DFID’s development and humanitarian assistance and policy work in Kenya and Somalia. DFID Kenya & Somalia is part of the British High Commission in Nairobi, which has 200 staff from 8 government departments. We work closely with colleagues from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and other government departments on both policy and management. DFID K&S is unusual in managing two major country programmes from one office. We also host a small number of staff working regionally. DFID K&S currently has 49 staff, of whom about three-quarters are appointed locally (majority Kenyan, a few British) and about a quarter are UK diplomats. Terms and conditions are competitive, and there are good opportunities for learning and development. The working environment is modern and pleasant. The appointment will be under local terms and conditions and is subject to security clearance.
The ideal start date is 6th June 2011
Description
We are looking for an Accountant who will be responsible for managing the DFID Kenya and Somalia Accounts team. This is a challenging role, which requires the job holder to manage the Imprest Account as delegated to by the Head of Office and also is expected to take on the Deputy Departmental Finance officer role.
The Jobholder will report to the Corporate Services Manager (DFID) in the new Joint British High commission Corporate Services team, and will manage a Deputy Accountant. She/he will work closely with Departmental Finance Officer and the Finance and Corporate reporting team in the Head Office.
Duties
Accounts Payable
• Approval and Supervision of the daily payrun processes.
• Investigate & resolve transaction problems.
• Approval of staff sensitive payments on ARIES (DFID’s reporting system).
• Oversee the invoice registration process.
• Oversee and ensure that local suppliers are paid on-time.
Cash and bank management

• Oversee the management of the office petty cash.
• To ensure safety of the petty cash safe.
• To review and approve all bank reconciliations weekly.
• Maintain and manage the corporate relationship with Local Bankers.
• Manage the Imprest funding and ensure sufficient funds are available to cover all local expenditure.

Management of Control Accounts
• Manage the advance accounts and ensure all advances are accounted for.
• Creditors & Debtors control accounts management.
Period End Activities
• Compilation of monthly Imprest report for Head of office approval
• Participate in the Year End closure procedures.
Processing/Payment of Local Staff Salaries
• Monthly, process the Local staff salaries as approved by Human resources manager.
• Ensure statutory payments (NSSF, PAYE) are made on time
Deputy Departmental Finance Officer role

• Assisting the DFO in ensuring accurate and timely corporate financial returns.
• Ensuring the availability of accurate financial forecasts from admin budget monitors.
• Monitoring expenditure on the administration budget, advising on reallocations, and assisting with the preparation of future budget bids.
• Assist in managing the DFID assets and asset returns, working closely with asset monitors.

Skills & Knowledge
The jobholder must have appropriate accounting qualification- a degree in accounting, CPA II or ACCA Level II certification. Excellent written and spoken English and IT skills, including knowledge of Windows Word and Excel applications and an ability to learn DFID systems, are a pre-requisite.
Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Planning and Delivery of Work – Plans and organises work to meet individual, team and departmental objectives whilst achieving quality and value for money.
• Communicating with Others – able to vary the way they communicate ideas and information ensuring their message is understood.
• Ability to Work with Others – Excellent influencing, networking and building sound personal relationships. Values the opinion of others.
• Analysis and Use of Information – Able to assess and interpret information in order to identify opportunities and potential risk areas.

Applications
If you are interested in applying for this position please email a completed application form to dfidjobs@kimberly-ryan.net
The closing date for applications is 12pm, 19th April 2011. Under no circumstances will applications be accepted after this date. Your application will not be acknowledged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Selection will include interview.
DFID is an Equal Opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community, and we actively encourage interest from women, ethnic minority groups and those with disabilities. Selection is on merit.

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Audit Associates jobs at Deloitte in Nairobi

Audit Associate at Deloitte in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies
The link to receive applications for Graduate Recruitment – Audit Associates – Kenya office is now open. If you know of any recent graduates looking to start their professional career in audit, please encourage them to apply for consideration.
AUDIT ASSOCIATE
Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
Firm Service: Audit
Reference Code: KE – 46876
Type of Position: Full-time
Job Description
Deloitte Kenya is looking for young graduates to fill the positions of Audit Associate based in the Nairobi office. The position holder will undergo training and carry out audit functions with the aim of becoming a qualified Accountant/Auditor. He/She will work under direct supervision and guidance of Audit Seniors and Managers.
Main Areas of Responsibility

• Assist in planning work on assigned segments of the audit.
• Execute detailed audit procedures, including reviewing transactions, documents, records, reports and procedures and conducting audit tests which are sufficient in scope to support professional opinions as to the fair representation of client financial statements.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports and analytical reviews, as necessary.
• Prepare work papers which record and summarise audit procedures performed and ensure that working paper are files have approved firm guidelines.
• Assist in developing recommendations for corrective action/improvement.
• Ensure assigned work is completed within agreed time frames and carried out per approved methodologies and standards and within agreed budgets.
• Keep the manager updated on any issues arising from the assignment.
• Assist with departmental administration tasks such as filing and updating of client files.
• Leverage knowledge and contribute to proper knowledge management within the department.

The ideal candidate for this position should:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have at least an Upper Second class honours degree.
• Have at least B plus Aggregate score in KCSE (or its equivalent)
• Have at least a B plus (or equivalent grade) in both Mathematics and English.
• Be interested in pursuing a career in Audit and Accounting.
• Have good numerical and analytical skills.
• Be willing to work under supervision and learn new skills quickly.
• Be results oriented and able to meet tight deadlines; and

Note that:

• Prior experience in this kind of work is not a requirement for this position.
• Successful candidates will be required to pursue a professional accounting course, which will be financed by the firm.
• Those who are already undertaking studies in CPA/ACCA leading to qualification as an accountant will have an added advantage

How to Apply
Interested candidates can visit our careers website for details of the job description and minimum requirements via this link http://careers.deloitte.com/kenya/students/opportunities.aspx
The closing date is Saturday, 30 April 2011

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Program Registry Clerk job at Canadian High Commission in Nairobi Kenya

Program Registry Clerk Job Vacancy at Canadian High Commission in Kenya
To: Internal Applicants as well as External Applicants specified below (see “Eligibility”)
Title: Program Registry Clerk
Section: Immigration
Supervisor: Registry Supervisor
Level: LE-04
Salary Range: Kshs. 940,578.00 – 1,504,794.00 (annual gross)
Eligibility: Open to all locally-engaged staff occupying an indeterminate position at the CHC;
and
Open to the following external applicants residing in Nairobi:

• dependents of current Canada-based staff at the CHC
• emergency employees who currently work at the CHC
• emergency employees who have previously worked at the CHC at any point since January 1, 2009
• applicants who were put on an eligibility list for LE-03 competitions held at the CHC in June and August 2010

Summary of Duties:
• operates the immigration computer system print operations;
• maintains issued visitor visa and refused application systems;
• classifies, attaches, distributes and tracks incoming immigration correspondence;
• answers telephone requests for information;
• creates files and attaches documents to relevant files; and
• performs other related duties.
Screening Requirements:
Education:
Graduation from a recognized university / diploma in business / secretarial studies OR an acceptable combination of education, training and work experience.
Language:
Fluency in English (written, reading and speaking) is required.
Experience:
Recent work experience at the Visa Section at the Canadian High Commission (recent is defined as being within the last two years 2009 and 2010).
Rated Qualifications:
Knowledge:
• General office procedures and practices.
• Microsoft Windows, Outlook and Microsoft and Corel Office suites.
• Knowledge of Canadian (or similar) immigration policies and procedure is an asset.
• Knowledge of local laws and customs is an asset.
Abilities:

• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Effective communication (verbally and in writing) in English.
• Adapt quickly to procedural and technological changes.
• Establish and maintain productive, professional working relationships with colleagues and partners.

Personal Suitability:

• High degree of autonomy and professionalism.
• Integrity and good judgement – these qualities will be tested and rated during the competition process.
• Flexible, works well under pressure, self-starter.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

Assets:
A working knowledge of French
Conditions of Employment:
• ability to obtain the required Reliability Status (security check).
• Canadian or Kenyan citizenship or valid work permit in Kenya
• medical clearance.
To Apply:
Candidates must demonstrate in writing that they meet the screening requirements by submitting their curriculum vitae under a covering letter not later than the close of business (16:00) on Wednesday, February 23, 2011.
Applications must be submitted to:
Maureen Mwangi/HR Section
Canadian High Commission
Subject: Competition NO. 2011-Immig-1
or by email to:
maureen.mwangi@international.gc.ca
The results of this competition may also be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to staff similar openings in the Immigration Section which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this competition.

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Head of Finance at Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) in Nairobi

Head of Finance Job Vacancy at Kenya Tourist Board (KTB)
Job Ref. MN 4640
Our client, Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) is a State Corporation whose mandate is to market Kenya as a tourist destination both locally and internationally. We invite qualified Kenyans to apply for the above position. The Head of Finance reports to the Managing Director.
Job Purpose:
To effectively and efficiently manage all financial resources of KTB in order to achieve its goals and objectives.
Job Profile

• Develop and implement KTB’s Finance strategy, policies, mission and vision.
• Develop and review KTB’s financial internal control systems.
• Prepare and manage the KTB budget.
• Participate in the negotiation of KTB performance contracting process.
• Ensure timely and efficient implementation of Finance strategy and Annual Work Plan (AWP) and ensure that departmental performance targets are set and achieved.
• Ensure that Finance is effectively used to support the business objectives of KTB to increase productivity and increase results in order to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction and ensure seamless interdepartmental linkages.
• Identify process improvements that reduce cost, improve quality and allow for the more efficient usage of organizational resources.
• Ensure full implementation of the Quality Management System within the Finance department.
• Mentor, coach and provide leadership to the Finance team.
• Co-ordinate, supervise, control and evaluate the financial and accounting activities within the department.
• Provide financial and investment advice to the management and Board of Directors.
• Be in charge of preparing KTB monthly/quarterly management accounts.
• Coordinate and compile funding proposals and business cases for approval.
• Ensure implementation of internal audit recommendations.
• Coordinate the auditing of KTB’s financial statements by auditors, respond to audit queries and ensure implementation of recommendations.
• Verify, approve and sign LPOs.

Person Profile

• Be a holder of Bachelor of Commerce degree (Finance, Accounting, Banking or related field) and a Masters Degree in Business Administration (Finance, Accounting, Banking or related field).
• Certified Public Accountant (K); or ACCA.
• Familiarity with accounting packages and excellent financial skills and fully conversant with International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Team player and strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Prior experience in finance /accounting at a large/medium sized organization with busy environment
• 8 years experience in Finance/accounting with at least 5 years in senior management level.

Send your application with a detailed CV with a daytime telephone contact and copies of certificates.
Please also summarize yourself as follows:

• Job Ref. No.
• Your Name
• Current/Past Salary: Year 2009 pm, Year 2010 pm
• Year 2010 Benefits: If car state cc, If house state market rent

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 12 Noon, 13th December 2010. Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments. Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.
Send to:
Executive Selections Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200, Nairobi.
Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com.

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Conference Assistant job - Intern at Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) in Nairobi Kenya

FAWE Internship Announcement at Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies_
Closing date: 15 Mar 2011
Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Background
FAWE is a pan-African Non Governmental Organisation founded in 1992 to promote girls’ and women’s education in sub-Saharan Africa in line with Education for All. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, FAWE has a network of 35 National Chapters operating across Africa. FAWE’s mission is to promote gender equity and equality in education in Africa by fostering positive policies, practices and attitudes towards girls’ education. The goal of the organisation is to increase access and retention as well as improve the quality of education for all girls within the school system and for women in universities. In its 2008-2012 Strategic Plan, FAWE instituted an internship programme to encourage young graduates and university students who and are interested in gaining practical experience in their field of study. Interns provide support to specific FAWE units according to identified needs.
FAWE encourages the placement of interns at its Regional Secretariat in Nairobi and in National Chapter Secretariats. Interns may be of any nationality or gender as long as the engagement is mutually beneficial to the intern and the requesting organisational unit, and thus to FAWE.
CONFERENCE ASSISTANT
Responsibility

• Work out a budget for the entire event for discussion with the PO and subsequently, senior managers
• Ensuring all insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are available for participants
• Make available all the necessary equipment required by the participants and speakers for the conference
• Select and book a suitable venue according to the requirements of FAWE and in accordance to the type of conference.
• Organisation of accommodation and catering including the selection of menus
• Work closely with the administrator to ensure all documents are translated and deadlines are respected
• Arrangements for interpretation (if necessary) and secretarial services
• Coordinating with identified speakers/facilitators/resource persons,
• Work closely with the communication unit to ensure post-event activities – resolutions, contact with delegates and distributing of conference-related literature, analysing feedback from the participants/delegates
• Coordinating venue management, stand designers (if the event involves an exhibition) contractors and equipment hire
• Planning possible recreation, entertainment programs, gala dinners, excursions, etc.
• Preparing participant/delegate packages, folders, brochures, posters, pictures and papers
• Liaising with the Communication Unit, the PO, the NC and designers to create an appropriate brand and logo suitable for the theme of the workshop
• Prepare all necessary travel tasks – ticketing, local transportation, VIP services visas etc to facilitate travel for participants.
• To be physically present throughout the entire event to handle participants’ needs and queries and to make sure that the event runs smoothly
• Responsible for the smooth management of dismantling and removal of all items, structures, equipment brought in for the event from the origin

Required qualifications and competencies
The internship is open to students, recent graduates or new entrants into a particular field. Applicants should:

• Recent graduate or enrolment in a graduate-level degree programme in a development related field such as Education, economics, business administration, sociology, programme/project management or related field. Demonstrated interest in the field of development
• Past experience in conference/meeting planning and event management
• Have strong speaking and writing skills in English. French will be an added advantage.
• Be able to follow instructions, but also work independently
• Ability to communicate with a variety of multiple stakeholders

Terms of the internship: Please see FAWE’s internship policy on www.fawe.org.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application and CV in English to recruitment@fawe.org
How to apply
More information on the internship programme can be found at www.fawe.org/support/get_involved/index.php.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application and CV in English to recruitment@fawe.org

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Accounts Assistant Job at Childline Kenya in Nairobi

Accounts Assistant at Childline in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies
Childline Kenya is a local non-governmental organization registered, and working in Kenya to protect and promote a culture of children’s and human rights. Childline Kenya provides a 24-hour toll-free helpline for children and young people in difficult situations to access essential services such as trauma counseling, medical services, legal services, temporary and permanent placement among others through a network of partners.
Closing date: 28 Mar 2011
Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Purpose:
The Accounts Assistant will provide book keeping services to Childline Kenya and assist the Finance and Administrative Officer to provide financial support services to entire Childline Kenya team and ensure timely implementation of programs.
The Specific duties include:-
• The incumbent will be responsible for the Childline Kenya’s cash book transactions.
• Preparation of vouchers and other cash based payments and disbursements.
• Responsible for disbursement of cheques.
• Preparing the Local Purchase orders, and supplier bid forms
• Responsible for finance office documents filing.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualification & Experience

• Candidate should posses CPA I & II.
• Have a good understanding of project accounting and general NGO financial management procedures.
• Have minimum 3 years experience in a similar or related position with a reputable organization
• Computer literacy in MS Suite and basic accounting packages. Knowledge of QuickBooks accounting package will be an advantage.
• Fluent in written and oral English

Values
• Ability to work and fit within a busy team environment.
• Strong work ethics.
• Gender sensitivity.
• Demonstrate behaviors that embrace child-centeredness, participation and partnership.
How to apply
Interested individuals who clearly meet the above criteria should send their application letters with a detailed CV only to hr@childlinekenya.co.ke by 28th March 2011 indicating the position applied for on the email subject line. Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Inspection and Verification job at Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) Job Vacancies

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Established in May 2009 under Legal Notice No. 55/2009. It is recognized by the Government of Kenya as the Sole National Accreditation Body which gives formal recognition to Certification Bodies (CBs), Inspection Bodies (IBs), and Laboratories (testing and calibration, proficiency testing providers) competent to carry out specific conformity assessment tasks.

Under the Kenya Accreditation Service Order 2009, the mandate of KENAS is to:-

• Develop, regulate and review the criteria or requirement for accreditation of conformity bodies;
• Accredit conformity assessment bodies;
• Open, maintain and update the register of accredited conformity assessment bodies;
• Design and issue identification numbers and certificates to all accredited conformity bodies;
• Publish in the Kenya Gazette all conformity assessment bodies that have been accredited within a particular year, annually;
• Promote the use of accreditation mark and certificate issued to accredited conformity assessment bodies;
• Promote competence and equivalence of accredited bodies;
• Establish and nurture relations and cooperation with regional and international accreditation bodies, persons, associations and organization that KENAS may consider desirable or appropriate in furtherance of the objectives and purpose for which KENAS is established;
• Promote accreditation as a means of facilitating regional and international trade and enhancing economic performance and transformation;
• Facilitate in the formulation of regional and international guidelines and standards to facilitate the accreditation process;
• Raise awareness on the importance and purpose of accreditation; and
• Promote KENAS as a sole National Accreditation Body in the scope of accreditation.

Inspection and Verification
(1 Post)

Reporting to the Deputy Director Technical Services,(DD-T/S).

Summary:

In a team based environment the Assistant D rector, Inspection and Verification has overall responsibility to identify and implement inspection/verification improvement strategies that benefit compliance, quality, and service at the inspection/verification division, ensuring compliance with all relevant and necessary regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Head of inspection and verification division.
• Advice management on inspection and verification issues
• Prepare and manage inspection and verification plans and resources of the division to meet the objectives of the organization
• Establish and maintain relationships with inspection and verification bodies.
• Develop, direct and control calibration programs, policies, systems and procedures
• Prepare annual operating and capital budgets for the division.
• Regularly report on inspection and verification matters.
• Perform other assignments as required and assigned by the DD-T/S from time to time.

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelors degree in a relevant Scientific discipline.
• Knowledge in management
• Registered by the relevant professional regulator
• Knowledge of inspection/verification and accreditation procedures and certification bodies.
• Qualification as an assessor/auditor
• Minimum 3 years of which 1 must have progressively responsible experience in the accreditation industry.
• Post graduate qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage

Terms and Remuneration

Competitive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful candidates..

Posting

Applicants should submit their application including their Curriculum Vitae and copies of both academic and professional certificates, stating their current position, remuneration and three (3) professional referees, in both soft and hard copies, and send them to reach the undersigned on or before 5 p.m. on Friday 29th April 2011.

The Chairperson Board of Directors
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS)
P. O. Box 47400 - 00100, Nairobi
Kenya

Applications to be dropped in person to KENAS offices located on Popo Road off Mombasa Road, South C, inside Kenya Bureau of Standards.

Electronic copies should be sent to: chairpersonkenas@gmail.com

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Deputy Directors (2 Posts) A) Deputy Director - Finance And Administration jobs at Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) Job Vacancies

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Established in May 2009 under Legal Notice No. 55/2009. It is recognized by the Government of Kenya as the Sole National Accreditation Body which gives formal recognition to Certification Bodies (CBs), Inspection Bodies (IBs), and Laboratories (testing and calibration, proficiency testing providers) competent to carry out specific conformity assessment tasks.

Under the Kenya Accreditation Service Order 2009, the mandate of KENAS is to:-

• Develop, regulate and review the criteria or requirement for accreditation of conformity bodies;
• Accredit conformity assessment bodies;
• Open, maintain and update the register of accredited conformity assessment bodies;
• Design and issue identification numbers and certificates to all accredited conformity bodies;
• Publish in the Kenya Gazette all conformity assessment bodies that have been accredited within a particular year, annually;
• Promote the use of accreditation mark and certificate issued to accredited conformity assessment bodies;
• Promote competence and equivalence of accredited bodies;
• Establish and nurture relations and cooperation with regional and international accreditation bodies, persons, associations and organization that KENAS may consider desirable or appropriate in furtherance of the objectives and purpose for which KENAS is established;
• Promote accreditation as a means of facilitating regional and international trade and enhancing economic performance and transformation;
• Facilitate in the formulation of regional and international guidelines and standards to facilitate the accreditation process;
• Raise awareness on the importance and purpose of accreditation; and
• Promote KENAS as a sole National Accreditation Body in the scope of accreditation.

Vacancies To Be Filled

1. Deputy Directors (2 Posts)

A) Deputy Director - Finance And Administration

Reports to the Managing Director (MD).

Position Summary:

In a team based environment, the Deputy Director, Finance and Administration has overall responsibility to identify and implement strategies that benefit finance, HR/training, and communication in order to achieve the objectives of KENAS while ensuring compliance with all relevant and necessary regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Head the finance and Administration Department
• Oversee Human Resources, Procurement, Accounting, and Communication Divisions.
• Manage the financial, human, material and information resources of the organisation.
• Prepare strategic plans aligned to government guidelines
• Direct and control implementation of policies, systems and procedures
• Preparing annual operating and capital budgets.
• Regularly report on financial, human and material resource positions.
• Perform other related assignments as required and assigned by the MD.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Bachelors degree in Commerce/Business Administration
• Training in management Qualification as CPA (K)
• Experience in management of public and private institutions with diverse clientele. Demonstrated experience in leadership and team play
• Computer literacy in accounting systems
• Sound Knowledge of relevant government acts and regulations and policies.
• At least four years of progressive work experience, two of which must be in a similar position.

Added advantage:

• Possession of an MBA in Finance or Administration
• CPS (K)

b) Deputy Director - Technical Services

Reports to the Managing Director (MD)

Position Summary:

In a team based environment the Deputy Director, Technical Services has overall responsibility to identify and implement technical improvement strategies that benefit compliance, quality, service and cost across KENAS divisions namely Certification, Testing and Calibration, Health and Safety, Inspection and Verification ensuring compliance with ail relevant and necessary regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Head of technical department.
• Oversee Certification, Testing/Calibration, Health/Safety and Inspection/ Verification divisions.
• Prepare and manage technical and information plans and resources of the department to meet the organisation's objectives
• Establish and maintain relationships with conformity assessment bodies.
• Establish and maintain relationships with accreditation bodies, policies and procedures regionally and internationally.
• Ensure programs are designed and implemented to achieve approval from accreditation committee and other regulatory agencies.
• Work towards attainment and maintenance of mutual recognition by ILAC and IAF.
• Perform other related assignments as required and assigned by the MD from time to time.

The ideal candidate should have:

• A first degree in Medicine/Veterinary/Pharmacy/Science/Medical laboratory science/Engineering
• Training in management
• Registered by the relevant professional regulator
• Broad knowledge of inspection, certification and accreditation procedures and conformity assessment bodies.

Specific qualification and experience in one of the four divisions

• History of interaction with national, regional and international accreditation bodies.
• Qualification as an assessor/auditor with national, regional and international experience.
• Minimum 4 years of which 2 must have progressively responsible experience in the accreditation industry.

Added advantage

• Masters degree in the same professional line.
• Experience supervising, leading and directing groups with diverse technology and business backgrounds.

Terms and Remuneration

Competitive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful candidates..

Posting

Applicants should submit their application including their Curriculum Vitae and copies of both academic and professional certificates, stating their current position, remuneration and three (3) professional referees, in both soft and hard copies, and send them to reach the undersigned on or before 5 p.m. on Friday 29th April 2011.

The Chairperson Board of Directors
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS)
P. O. Box 47400 - 00100, Nairobi
Kenya

Applications to be dropped in person to KENAS offices located on Popo Road off Mombasa Road, South C, inside Kenya Bureau of Standards.

Electronic copies should be sent to: chairpersonkenas@gmail.com

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Business Systems Analyst Job Vacancies in Kenya Petroleum Refineries

Business Systems Analyst
(2011/BSA)

Professional Area: IT

Brief Description:

Reporting to IT Manager, Business Systems Analyst will be a key member of a dynamic IT team responsible for the company's various IT and Communications systems.

He/She will be responsible for the administration of KPRL's Database Management Systems in a LAN/WAN environment, as follows:-

• Installation, maintenance and updating of operating systems, database management systems and business application systems throughout the company's ICT network, ensuring optimum system performance
• Ensuring that disciplined on-line and off-line backup procedures required by database management system are implemented and adhered to
• Continuously monitoring system resources, performing systems tuning, troubleshooting and resolving technical problems associated with business systems
• Creating and maintaining database security profiles as required by the company
• Analysis, design, development and implementation of Database Management Systems;

Specific Expertise

• Windows Server Operating System Administration
• Oracle and SQL Relational Database Management System Administration
• Microsoft Exchange and Outlook
• Data Center Implementation and Maintenance
• Understanding of application programming, database and system design
• Proficiency in Internet, Intranet and client/server architectures
• Project Management experience with track record of delivering ERP projects
• Business Intelligence and Data Mining
• Business Analysis expertise in a large manufacturing environment;

Personal Attributes

• Systematic and accurate work habits
• Good communication skills, both written and oral
• Good research and investigative skills
• Desire and commitment to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to embrace change and actively look to enhance and improve current processes
• High level of accountability and technical competency

Education/Qualifications:

• BSc. Information Technology or its equivalent, with post graduate professional studies in IT
• Oracle Certified RDBMS Administrator
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
• At least 4 years experience on Relational database Management System

Closing on Apr 22 2011

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Chemical Engineers Job Vacancies in Kenya Petroleum Refineries

Chemical Engineers
(2011/CHE)

Brief Description:

Entry point for engineers will be as ‘Trainee Engineers’ or ‘Trainee Technologists’ and Selection will be based on academic achievement, personal skills, positive attitude and demonstration of go-getter/leadership traits.

Young graduates with up to 2 years post qualification experience but with stated excellent academic performance may apply. Additionally experienced candidates with knowledge in petroleum oil refining processes and process equipment e.g. distillation towers, heaters, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers etc are also encouraged to apply and will be considered on merit.

Education/Qualifications:

• Holder of 1st or Upper 2nd Class Honors University degree in respective disciplines from reputable Universities, with superior performance in key subjects in their selected disciplines

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Electrical / Instrumentation Engineers Job Vacancies in Kenya Petroleum Refineries

Electrical / Instrumentation Engineers
(2011/CIEE)

Brief Description:

Entry point for engineers will be as ‘Trainee Engineers’ or ‘Trainee Technologists’ and Selection will be based on academic achievement, personal skills, positive attitude and demonstration of go-getter/leadership traits.

Young graduates with up to 2 years post qualification experience but with stated excellent academic performance may apply.

Additionally experienced candidates with knowledge in petroleum oil refining processes and process equipment e.g. distillation towers, heaters, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers etc are also encouraged to apply and will be considered on merit.
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Civil Engineers Job Vacancies in Kenya Petroleum Refineries

Civil Engineers
(2011/CE)

Brief Description:

Entry point for engineers will be as ‘Trainee Engineers’ or ‘Trainee Technologists’ and Selection will be based on academic achievement, personal skills, positive attitude and demonstration of go-getter/leadership traits. Young graduates with up to 2 years post qualification experience but with stated excellent academic performance may apply.

Additionally experienced candidates with knowledge in petroleum oil refining processes and process equipment e.g. distillation towers, heaters, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers etc are also encouraged to apply and will be considered on merit.

Education/Qualifications:

• Holder of 1st or Upper 2nd Class Honors University degree in respective disciplines from reputable Universities, with superior performance in key subjects in their selected disciplines

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Mechanical Engineers jobs in Kenya Petroleum Refineries

Mechanical Engineers
(2011/ME)

Brief Description:

Entry point for engineers will be as ‘Trainee Engineers’ or ‘Trainee Technologists’ and Selection will be based on academic achievement, personal skills, positive attitude and demonstration of go-getter/leadership traits.

Young graduates with up to 2 years post qualification experience but with stated excellent academic performance may apply.

Additionally experienced candidates with knowledge in petroleum oil refining processes and process equipment e.g. distillation towers, heaters, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers etc are also encouraged to apply and will be considered on merit.

Education/Qualifications:

• Holder of 1st or Upper 2nd Class Honors University degree in respective disciplines from reputable Universities, with superior performance in key subjects in their selected disciplines

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MEAC Coordinator and Administration Manager Jobs - TradeMark East Africa (TMEA)

Exciting Career Opportunities in Trade and Regional Development

TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an organisation funded by a range of development agencies to promote regional trade and economic integration in East Africa.

TMEA works closely with the East African Community (EAC), national governments, business and civil society organisations.

Headquartered in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Kampala and Kigali, TMEA seeks to support East African integration through:

• A reduction in transport and related costs along the key corridors in East Africa;
• Supporting EAC institutions to develop a comprehensive framework for regional integration;
• Supporting partner states to substantially increase the implementation of a comprehensive framework for regional integration; and
• Engaging private sector and civil society to positively influence regional integration policies and practices for growth in trade.

To ensure that TMEA delivers on these objectives, we seek to recruit high calibre, results-oriented and self-driven professionals to join our team in the positions listed below.

MEAC Co-ordinator

TMEA is working with the EAC Secretariat and Ministries of East African Community (MEACs) in each Partner State to implement the EAC’s Customs Union (CU), the Customs Management Act (CMA) of 2005 and the Common Market Protocol (CMP) of 2009.

This involves institution-building support and reforms to upgrade implementation of legislation, policy, systems, and procedures, as well to enhance coordination between the EAC Secretariat and the Partner States.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer - Country Programmes, the Coordinator will be responsible for the quality of TMEA’s overall support to MEACs in terms of capacity development; sharing of knowledge and expertise between MEACs and within TMEA; and recruitment and direction of technical consultants under a regional framework contract.

S/he will work closely with all five TMEA Country Directors.

Candidates must possess a Masters Degree in Economics, Development Studies, International Trade, Planning, Finance, Management or other relevant fields and at least 5 years experience in public service reform and change management programmes, preferably in East Africa.

A good understanding of trade capacity development programmes and regional integration in East Africa and experience in managing consultants and capacity development projects are essential. Knowledge of Kiswahili and/or French is an advantage.

Administration Manager

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer - Corporate Services, the job holder will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of TradeMark East Africa’s (TMEA) administrative services.

The successful candidate will develop and communicate administration policies to ensure compliance across a wide range of administrative issues. S/he will manage the provision of administrative support to all country offices including the acquisition and maintenance of TMEA facilities and assets, security and transportation.

The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree preferably in a business related field and will have at least 5 years work experience in a busy development-oriented work environment, 3 of which should have been in a management role.

A proven track record in providing effective and efficient administration services is a key requirement for the role. The successful candidate will have specific experience in managing administration services across geographical boundaries. Knowledge of Kiswahili and/or French is an advantage.

Application details

These are 3-year contracts with attractive salary and benefit packages. The MEAC Co-ordinator position will be based in Nairobi, or one of our country offices with about ten days per month travel within East Africa and the Administration Manager position will be based in Nairobi with occasional travel within East Africa.

Please send us a cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position, and current remuneration. It should include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address, and daytime telephone contacts. The cover letter must indicate ‘MEAC Co-ordinator’ or ‘Administration Manager’ on the subject line as applicable.

The detailed job profiles can be accessed on www.trademarkea.com.

Send your application to recruitment@trademarkea.com by Friday, 22 April 2011 by 5.00pm East African time.

Interviews will be conducted in early May in Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Looking for an Administration and Human Resource Job in Kenya

A Kenyan Human Resource Administrator aged 29 Year is currently seeking an opportunity to refocus her experience in an environment where her experience, skills, academic knowledge, and participation in teamwork will be challenged and maximized.

I have vast experience in Administration, customer service & Human resource Skills having worked in different multi-cultural environment.

My role has been but not limited to general administrative skills, human resource capital management, policy development, HRMIS etc , Proficient computer skills for different software applications, in particular, MS Office automation tools including Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook,

Kindly contact me on my email address for my full profile and accomplishments.

Email: anna.lisah@yahoo.com.

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Human Resources Intern Job in Kenya

We are looking for an assertive human resources intern who will assist in performing the following Human Resources duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting in all aspects of recruitment.
• Ensuring that all human resources procedures are followed according to company standards and policies
• Coordinating prospective candidates, interviewing them and administering offers.
• Referring issues, where appropriate, to senior HR staff, administration department etc.
• Perform miscellaneous office duties (answering phones, writing of minutes, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• A candidate should possess a relevant diploma in Human resource from a recognized institution.
• Ability to operate under pressure.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Can work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Interested candidates can forward their CVs to recruitment@workforceassociates.net on or before 13th April 2011.

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Solidarites Marsabit Livelihood Survey Job in Kenya

Terms of Reference

Comprehensive study of Pastoral livelihoods, WASH and natural resource management in Northern Marsabit

Country: Kenya

Location: North Horr (Marsabit)

Title of evaluation: Comprehensive study of Pastoral livelihoods, WASH and natural resource management in Northern Marsabit

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Solidarites Marsabit Impact Evaluation Job in Kenya

Terms of Reference

Evaluation of the impact of specific activities on increasing resilience to drought for communities in Northern Marsabit

Country: Kenya

Location: North Horr (Marsabit)

Title of evaluation: Assessing impact of specific activities on increasing resilience to drought for communities in Northern Marsabit

Starting date: 15th May 2011 (tentative)

Duration of the field mission: Subject to proposed methodology (estimated at about 8 working day for desk review and developing the methodologies, approximately 14 working days field work and 5-8 working days on analysis and report writing)

Under responsibility of: Deputy Country Director for Kenya

Funding Sources for the evaluation: DFID

Presentation of Solidarités

Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian organization which provides assistance to populations affected by natural disaster or man-made crisis.

For over 30 years, SI has concentrated its actions on meeting three vital needs: Water, Food and Shelter. In the Horn of Africa, SI is currently implementing Food Security, Water and Sanitation projects in Somalia and Kenya.

SI has 2 areas of intervention in Kenya (Northern Marsabit and Nairobi informal settlements) and 3 areas of intervention in Somalia (Gedo, Lover Juba and Adaado). This consultancy focuses exclusively on North Horr program.

Purposes of the evaluation

SI has implemented three drought response and drought resilience interventions in Northern Marsabit since 2007, with the third one currently being implemented. SI intends to document and assess the impact of the implemented activities and approaches in terms of increasing households and community resilience to drought, quantifying this impact as much as possible.

The purpose of this assignment is

1. to define and develop a clear methodologies for assessing, evaluating and quantifying (where possible) the impact of specific activities that were designed to improving household and community resilience to drought
2. to use these methodologies to assess the impact of specific activities
3. to use these results for advocating and engaging on up scaling of relevant activities/approaches.

Scope and focus

Assignment title: Assessing impact that specific activities and approaches has had on increasing resilience to drought for communities in Northern Marsabit

Objective: To develop and use suitable tools to assess the impact of specific DRR activities and approaches on the resilience of local communities, quantifying this impact and producing a cost-benefit analysis that addresses both direct and indirect impacts of the activities.

More specifically:

1- Qualitatively and detail the impact that these activities and approaches have had on people resilience to droughts;

2- Quantify and put monetary value(s) of this impact (where possible)

3- Produce a costs-benefits analysis for each activity and approach, comparing the costs of the activity to the direct and immediate impacts, and also to the indirect impacts that it may have had (e.g., emergency fodder has triple impacts:

(i) boost local production in Hurri Hills and quantify this impact;

(ii) save animal as they are not dying while trekking back to grazing areas and quantify;

(iii) people stop giving their food ration to save their animal. Quantify these impacts at community, groups or households levels as relevant)

4- Compare the costs-benefits analysis (third point) to the known costs of other emergency interventions (e.g. translate benefits of improved water in reduction of diarrhoeal diseases onto malnutrition impact. Compare the cost of this water intervention to the known costs of treating malnutrition)

Outputs from this assignment:

A. On developing methodologies:

1- Developed practical methodology on how to measure impact of activities on drought disaster resilience of ASAL communities;

2- Developed practical methodology on how to quantify the impacts (direct and indirect) of activities and approaches on households and communities

3- Developed practical methodology on costs-benefits analysis for activities and approaches intended to improve drought disaster resilience

B. Assessment and evaluation of the impact of the following activities (using the methodologies developed)

12 specifics activities have been identified for which these impact assessment tools should be used to assess impact increase resilience.

These 12 activities are:

1- Rehabilitation/protection of traditional shallow wells (phases 1, 2 and 3)

2- Construction of hill catchments feeding underground storage tanks (phase 2 and 3)

3- Development of rainwater harvesting systems at schools (phases 2 and 3)

4- Rehabilitation of town water distribution systems (phase 2)

5- Household latrines construction (phases 1, 2 and 3)

6- Hygiene promotion (phases 1, 2 and 3)

7- Camel distribution at schools (phase 1)

8- Fodder production (different methodologies in phase 1, 2 and 3), including emergency fodder (phase 3);

9- Training of CAHWs and de-worming campaigns (phases 2 and 3);

10- Sweet potatoes production in Kalacha (phase 2),

11- Dryland agriculture (phase 3)

12- Promotion of improved milking practices (phase 3)

C. Two-page report sheet on the impact (qualitatively and quantitatively as much as it is possible) that each activity has had on increasing resilience of a specific community or group or household for each activity (a total of 12 report sheets).

Evaluation process and methods

The consultant must develop the three methodologies and tools for data collection and analysis, which will need to be presented and validated by SI technical team before proceeding to the field work. The evaluation methods should be clearly outlined in the report and their appropriateness, relative to the evaluation's primary purpose, focus and users, should be explained, pointing out the strengths and weaknesses of the methods. A description of the overall flow of the evaluation process (i.e. sequence of the key stages) should be given in the evaluation report. The evaluation approach and the methods used to collect and analyze data should also be described. The nature (e.g. external or mixed) and make up of the team (e.g. sector expertise, local knowledge, gender balance) and its appropriateness for the evaluation should be outlined.

The report should outline the sources of biases that might affect the evaluation and how these have been addressed.

The report should also present the key constraints to carrying out the evaluation (e.g., lack of baseline data, lack of access to key information sources, use of translators), and the effect of these constraints.

Whenever secondary sources will be referred to, the evaluator should indicate the level of reliability of the given information.

After the field work, the evaluation team will present and discuss with the project team the preliminary findings and the proposed recommendations.

A first draft of the evaluation report should be provided to the SI coordination team for review and comments. A final version, integrating responses to these comments, shall then be submitted for final validation by SI.

Procedures and logistics

• The evaluation team must comply, at all time, with SI rules and procedures related to security and relations with the media.
• The evaluation team must respect the ethics and the deontology related to evaluation practice.
• While working in Nairobi and in North Horr town, the evaluation team may access office space in the offices of SI.
• Accommodation, office space and transport while in the field will be provided and organised by SI team.

Deliverables

Three methodology documents covering:

1) Developed practical methodology on how to measure impact of activities and approaches on drought disaster resilience of ASAL communities;

2) Developed practical methodology on how to quantify the impacts (direct and indirect) of activities and approaches on households and communities

3) Developed practical methodology on costs-benefits analysis for activities and approaches intended to improve drought disaster resilience

Provide twelve (12) two-page report sheets on the impact (qualitatively and quantitatively as much as it is possible) that each activity had on increasing the resilience of households and communities for each activity. The layout of the report sheets shall be validated by SI and the final version shall be of publishable quality.

Relevant maps and photographs of the assessed zone and programme.

Note that the quality of the data collection methodology, analysis and reporting is paramount and substandard reporting will not be accepted.
Documents of reference (on request only)

• Project proposals for each of the three phases of SI program in Northern Marsabit;
• All available project reports;
• All external project evaluation reports;
• A brief from the field team on the levels of impact measured via project M&E and a summary of their own views regarding impact per activity;
• For reference only, some examples of costs-benefits analysis documents completed in other contexts.

Qualification of the Lead consultant

• Expertise on emergency response, DRR and development approaches in the ASAL context, in the sectors of WASH, Livelihoods and Food Security.
• Expertise on developing methodologies to measure and evaluate project impacts.
• Expertise in cost benefit analysis would be a distinct advantage.
• Proven record of similar assignments.
• Proven experience in similar evaluation context (ASAL).
• Strong methodological and writing capacities.

How to apply

Please send your proposal, highlighting the following:

• A brief introduction of bidding firm or person attaching relevant CVs
• Your understanding of the Terms of Reference
• Proposed methodology and approach
• Proposed work plan and budget
• Your availability

All relevant information (CV, cover letter, copies of testimonials, certificate of works and 3 contact references) should be sent to info@solidarites-kenya-som.org before COB 24th April 2011.

Please indicate the consultancy you are applying for in the title of your email.

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IT Technician Job Vacancy in Kenya

Our client is looking to fill in position within Nairobi as below:

Position: IT Technician

Requirements

• Good knowledge of the It Industry. Gear up to the future and Embrace solutions that meet current standards
• Able to handle both standard Hardware, Networking and Software (Symantec, Microsoft, etc) related issues
• Troubleshoot and sort issues related to servers and high end Work stations (both OS and hardware issues)
• Minimum of 2 Years working experience in a busy Service-oriented environment (preferably)
• Good Moral standards, able to work within deadlines and good time keeping
• Having minimum qualification with experience in MCPIT or MCSE
• Must have used the skills learnt at least for 2 Years
• Candidates holding a current valid Kenyan Passport and a Driving licenses would have an added advantage.

If you meet the above, kindly send or resend your application along with an up-to-date CV with telephone contacts for three professional referees to swift.recruitment.recruit@gmail.com including your daily telephone contact, current net salary and your expectation.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Marketing Executive Job in Kenya - Design Agency

Our Client is a design agency specializing on graphic design, publishing and printing solutions.

Marketing Executive

Reporting to the Executive Director, the position is responsible for marketing the Company’s services.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Giving presentations to prospective clients on the Company ant the services it offers at seminars, or one-on-one client meetings.
• Maintain and develop existing and new customers through appropriate propositions and ethical sales methods, with due regard to Company targets and projections.
• Networking in order to keep abreast with all industry developments.
• Stay informed on competitors, their practices and operations, ensuring that the Company maintains a competitive edge.
• Participate in negotiations with clients in conjunction with the Executive Director.
• Collect feedback from clients, ensure their satisfaction and communicate their recommendations and complaints to the Executive Director.
• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Marketing

Requisite Competencies

• Excellent in planning and organizing
• Superior written and oral communication skills, very articulate.
• Result driven and oriented
• Be able to work with minimum supervision
• Extremely confident, dynamic and energetic

Relevant Job Experience

• Two (2) years experience in Sales and Marketing

Remuneration

Salary is commensurate with demonstrable hard work, ambition, willingness to grow professionally and potential, but will range between 20-30,000/= a month.

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, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Monday, April 11th, 2011.

PS- Kindly note that due to the work demands of this position, only ladies should apply and please enclose a recent passport photo in your application.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

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Ewaso Ngiro South Development Authority Jobs in Kenya

ENSDA, one of the six Regional Development Authorities, was established in 1989 by an Act of Parliament Cap 447 of the Laws of Kenya and started operations in 1991. The Authority covers Narok, Kajiado, parts of Nakuru and Nyandarua Counties.

The Authority’s Mandate is to initiate, plan, implement and co-ordinate socio-economic development projects and programs within the region.

The Authority seeks to invite applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:-

1. Chief Manager / Planning, Research and Development
Ref: ENSDA/1/CM-PRD

Job Description

He/She will report to the Managing Director and will be responsible for:-

• Advise the MD and Senior Management (HODs) and Ministry of Regional Development Authorities (MORDA)) on matters relating to planning and provide professional and technical advice as required.
• Initiate studies and surveys (Research) as may be considered necessary by the Government or the Authority and to assess alternative demands within the region on the natural resources thereof, including agriculture, (both irrigated and rain-fed) forestry, wildlife, and tourism industries, electric power generation, mining and fishing, and to recommend economic priorities.
• Effect a programme of both monitoring and evaluating the performance of projects within the development area so as to improve such performance and establish responsibility thereof, and to improve future planning;
• Responsible for the maintenance, development (and assist in) implementation of all statutory and non statutory plans as pertinent to the work of the department.
• Provide staff with advice and support on planning policy matters.
• Ensure the provision of timely professional advice to the management on matters relating to the progress of the department.
• Keep service related systems and procedures under review and implement changes where appropriate, including the use of new technology in delivering the planning service and in order to deliver Best Value.
• Responsible for conducting performance appraisals, promote continuing professional development of staff within the department and setting standards of performance and to monitor achievement
• Produce and keep adequate and approved records and to compile reports, statistics or other relevant material related to the duties as allocated to the team or any others as may be reasonably required including ensuring that all statutory and government returns are completed and returned as required
• Reviews professional journals and scientific papers to keep abreast of changes in processing methods, product reformulation and legal and regulatory affairs which could impact Authority’s mandate and processes.
• Develops monitoring and evaluation frame work for the Authority activities

Qualifications and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in economics or related field from a recognized university with 5 years experience in senior management position, three of which must have been hands on in planning and research activities.
• A Master’s Degree in Planning Economics and Development Research or project management.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the role of Regional development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
• Must be computer literate with knowledge and experience in data analysis and planning software’s.
• Should demonstrate knowledge of community involvement in planning.
• Should demonstrated experience in community development initiatives.
• Should be above 30 years of age.

2. Chief Manager / Finance
Ref: ENSDA/2/CM/FIN

Job Description

He/She will report to the Managing Director and will be responsible for policy and strategic financial management to support the various financial matters of the Authority.

• In collaboration with the Managing Director’s office, develop, implement and maintain good financial policies and systems.
• Manage the budgetary and forward planning systems and process including annual, quarterly and ad- hoc budgets.
• Review all contracts to ensure the budgets are in line with the Authority’s requirements and standards of financial operations.
• Provide operational financial support and guidance to the Authority on budgeting and financial performance.
• Produce periodic financial reports and interpret the same to management.
• Ensure proper books of accounting are maintained and kept up to date within MORDA policy guidelines.
• Monitor overall financial performance and reporting including the payroll and ensure that statutory requirements made in time.
• Liaise with Internal and External auditors and respond to queries, observations and recommendations.
• Manage the overall work process of the finance function by ensuring effective work assignment, supervision and performance monitoring and appraisal of staff.
• Develop and implement effective financial management reporting procedures
• Account to the Managing Director on the delivery of set departmental targets and provide regular financial monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Management including appointments in various committees.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting option) or any other related field from a recognized university.
• Masters in business Administration
• 5 years experience in senior position
• Should be a CPA or ACCA holder
• Computer literacy and knowledge of accounting packages especially Peachtree is essential.
• Must demonstrate high level of performance in past or present position.
• Demonstrate high leadership qualities and a team player
• Must be a person of high integrity
• Should be above 30 years of age.

3. Chief Manager / Human Resource and Administration
Ref: ENSDA/3/CM/HR&ADM

Job description

Reporting to the Managing Director He/She will be responsible for Human Resources Management as most important asset of the organization.

• Develop and manage a comprehensive Human resource system including the welfare and pension issues of the Authority
• Development of effective tools to assist in creating an optimal organizational structure and productive work environment (HR guideline materials including hand books, orientation manuals, performance appraisals tools, induction programmes etc).
• Encourage a positive and team-focused working environment by setting standards of good communication and ensure staff behavior is in line with the organization’s core values.
• Ensure successions plans are in place for key leadership roles
• Assessment of training needs and development
• Management of a staff training programme should be conversant with labour/industrial relation.

Qualifications and experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Commerce, Humanities or other related field from a recognized university
• Must have served in a senior management position for a at least 5 years
• MBA specializing in Human resource Management will be an added advantage
• Computer literate
• Must demonstrate an all round experience in HR management.
• Should be above 30 years of age.

4. Chief Manager / Business Development and Investment Promotion
Ref: ENSDA/4/CM/BDIP

Job description

Reporting to the Managing Director He/She will be responsible for designing, implementing and managing the various ventures to increase income generation for the Authority and communities in the region.

• Identify and develop business opportunities for the Authority’s creative solutions and services
• Prepares the annual business development plan
• Develop and implement strategies for new products and services
• Determine new opportunities by analyzing business needs
• Provide direction, guidance to the department to ensure alignment with the Authority’s strategies
• Pro-actively hunt for target organizations and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from Authority’s services
• Develop and manage marketing tools and collateral for existing and new clients
• Implement business models so as to create new ventures
• Liaise with donor agencies
• Development of suitable community investment projects.

Qualification and experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, entrepreneurship, commerce or related discipline from a recognized university.
• Master’s degree majoring in strategic management
• Must have served for 5 years in a senior management position in related area of specialization
• Proven ability and experience in resource mobilization, entrepreneurship networking and linkages with development partners/organizations
• Team player with good communication skills
• Computer literate
• Should be above 30 years of age.

5. Chief Manager: Technical Services and Operations
Ref: ENSDA/5/CM/TS/O

Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, He/She will be responsible for:-

• Provides technical direction for the development, design and systems integration for the service engagement from definition phase through to implementation.
• Provide overall leadership, coordination, management and supervision of specific technical services and operations including engineering works.
• Co-ordinate implementation of the schemes within the area such that human, water, animal, land and other resources are utilized to the best advantages and to monitor design and execution of planned projects within the area.
• Co-ordinate and present abstraction and use of natural resources, especially water, within the area and to set up effective strategies of such abstractions and usage.
• Cause and effect the construction of any works deemed necessary for the protection and utilization of the water and soils of the area.
• Spearhead and supervise identification ,collection, collation and correlation of all such activities related to the use of water and other resources and also economic and related activities within the area as may be necessary for the efficient forward planning of the area.
• Account on the delivery of the set technical services and operations targets and provide regular monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service of the Authority.
• Reviews work of development teams.
• Recognize system defencies and implements effective solutions for agricultural engineering, mining and environmental activities.
• Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
• Consistently delivers high-quality services to the Authority and /or clients.

Qualification and Experience

• A minimum of a Master degree in Agricultural Engineering, Natural Resource, Civil Engineering or other related from recognized University.
• Must be registered by ERB (Engineers Registration Board) in case of Engineers.
• Must have served in a senior management position in the infrastructure sector in Kenya for at least 6 years.
• Demonstrated a clear understanding of the role of regional development in Kenya’s social economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030.
• Computer literate in AutoCAD and other Computer Aided Design (CAD) engineering design programmes.

6. Senior Legal Services Officer
Ref: ENSDA/6/M/LS

Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Director He/She will be responsible for:-

• Draw up organization leases, contracts and all related legal documents.
• Preparing legal opinions and advising on general issues that may arise from time to time with respect to activities of the Authority.
• Receiving summons, reviewing the relevant files and preparing suitable instructions to external lawyers.
• Co-ordinate legal prosecution in cases involving the Authority
• Provide legal advice to the Board and Management
• Prosecute for the Authority cases of those not complying with the Authority’s Act
• Monitoring legal events and responding appropriately for purposes of promoting and enhancing the Authority’s interests.
• Liaison with external lawyers and provides regular monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Custodian of statutory documents of the Authority
• Vetting and drafting legal agreements.

Qualification and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least 5 years relevant experience.
• Must be computer literate.
• Should be above 30 years of age

7. Senior Supplies Chain Officer
Ref: ENSDA/7/M/SP

Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, He/She will be responsible for:-

• Overseeing the procurement processes and procedures to ensure these are in line with the Procurement Act.
• Reviewing the usage and expenditure on large expenditure items with a view of identifying areas of cost reductions and/or services improvement.
• Coordinating and supervising the tendering process including participating in the evaluation of bids for goods and services.
• Investigate and qualify suppliers for pre-qualification processes
• Monitor market trends and conditions and advice management on competitive pricing.
• Managing and processing payments(in liaison with the finance department) to all suppliers under contract to ensure compliance and ability to partner with the fund
• Reviewing and presenting evaluation reports to tender committee
• Preparation of the annual procurement plans in line with budgetary allocations
• Secretary to the tender committee
• Participating in the annual expenditure budgeting process for all shared services and general usage items.
• Undertake routine market intelligence surveys on pricing of products and services.

Qualification and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business related courses from a recognized university.
• Post graduate qualification in procurement and/or supplies management with at least 5 year’s relevant management experience.
• A Masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must be a member of a professional body i.e. KISM or CIPS.
• Computer literate.
• Should be above 30 years of age

8. Senior Internal Audit and Risk Management Officer
Ref: ENSDA/8/IA/RMO

Reporting to the Board on policy issues and to the Managing Director on day to day operations,

He/She will be responsible for:-

• Oversee the day to day administration of the audit section.
• Make annual and departmental audit plans and guidelines.
• Organize, direct, coordinate and control audit services.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and carry out spot checks.
• Follow-up outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective action after external audits.
• Participate in the budget process and prepare internal audit reports.
• Co-ordinate both internal and external audits.
• Educate staff members on the changes in the law i.e. sensitization of staff of emerging issues.
• Developing and implementing effective risk management, control and governance framework.
• Understanding and mitigating the financial, commercial and strategic risks within the Authority.
• Leading discussion of internal; audit and risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans
• Liaising with external auditors in carrying out audits.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors, degree in Accounting, Finance or a degree in a related field from a recognized university.
• Accounting qualification (ACCA, or CPA (K) or an equivalent qualification with at least 10 years relevant post qualification experience as an internal auditor.
• Computer literacy and a good working knowledge of accounting packages and financial management systems are essential.

9. Chief Records Management Officer
Ref: ENSDA/9/CRMO

He/She will report to the Administrative Manager

An Officer at this level will be responsible for efficient management of Registry Services in the Authority.

Specific duties include:

• Planning appropriate office accommodation.
• Preparation and submission of budget estimates for the registry.
• Initiating appraisal and disposal of files, documents and other records in the registry.
• Supervision, guidance and development of staff working under him/her.

Requirement for appointment

• A Degree in Information Science/Records Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Must have served in the grade of Senior Records Management Officer or in a relevant and comparable position in the Public Service for minimum period of (3) years.
• Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution and
• Demonstrated professional competence and administrative ability in handling records management work.

These are senior positions which require the successful candidates to provide policy guidelines to staff under them and for the overall mandate of the respective departments.

Serving officers who meet the above qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and experience of the individual will be offered to the right candidates.

The positions will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

Interested candidates should submit their applications with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, IDs stating their current position, current remuneration level, E-mail, contact address and telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 29th April 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Managing Director
Ewaso Ngiro South Development Authority
Email address: md.ensda@gmail.com
P O Box 213-20500
Narok

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