ChildFund – Kenya Assurance Officer Job in Nairobi (Re - Advertisement

ChildFund – Kenya, an International non-sectarian charitable organization dedicated to improving the well-being of children and enhancing opportunities for the development of their full potential wishes to recruit a qualified person to take up the position of Assurance Officer.

The successful candidate will report to the Assurance Manager and will be based in Nairobi with frequent travels to the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that Internal Controls exist and are being followed by ChildFund Kenya and the Affiliated entities
• Review the operations of ChildFund Kenya and affiliated entities to ensure full compliance with the Letter of Agreement, policies and procedures, law, donor agreement and best business practices.
• Training and Capacity Building of Affiliated entities Staff on Financial Management and Programme Implementation.
• Assist in coordinating affiliated entities Audits.
• Carryout Audit follow-ups to ensuring that Internal and external audit recommendations are implemented and recommending closure of the same.
• Carrying out investigative audit as may be assigned.
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the Assurance Manager from time to time

Education:

Business related degree and a Certified Public Accountant with ACCA, CPA (K) or any equivalent qualification.

Three (3) years audit experience in a reputable organization.

Experience:

• Very good analytical skills
• Strong audit skills
• Strong intercultural communication skills
• Good computing skills
• Experience with an International NGO will be an added advantage
• Person of very high integrity.
• Ready to travel extensively within Kenya.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, CV (maximum 3 pages), names and contacts including emails of three (3) referees and current remuneration to email address: hr@kenya.childfund.org by 16th September, 2011.

Those who had previously applied need not apply and only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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Accounting Job Vacancy in Kenya - Tax Analyst

Tax Analyst

Duties & Responsibilities

Extract information from SAP, archives and liaise with BU departments and RFC teams to obtain supporting information required for tax audits and KRA and other Revenue Authority request for information

Analyze, compile and present supporting information required by routine KRA's information requests and audits in collaboration with Corporate Tax and other Tax Advisors

Assist in the preparation of monthly VAT Computation and withholding tax computations, Return and payment requests and prepare related journal vouchers for posting into the ledger

Assist in the preparation of Quarterly tax computations for income tax and deferred tax and related journal vouchers for posting into the ledger

Assist in the computation and monitoring of VAT apportionment status

Prepare provisional tax computation and return for review by LEC

Prepare annual tax calculation, return and accompanying tax schedules for review by LEC

Maintain listing schedule of all provisional tax /additional assessment payments made to SARS with supporting documentation

Support monthly reconciliation of tax related GL accounts and follow up of reconciling items

Ensure correct categorization of payments made to Revenue Authorities for all taxes by reviewing Revenue Authority statement of accounts and following up with Revenue Authorities on errors identified

Assist in the Quarterly update of the Deferred Tax listing of permanent and temporary difference for all balance sheet accounts

Follow with KRA on tax clearance certificates by completing and submitting the relevant on-line forms

Prepare annual unconsolidated tax returns to Corporate Tax

Prepare SPP 12.1 tax forms and supporting documentation to Corporate Tax within 3 weeks of filling the annual tax return

Work with LEC and Legal to close / liquidate any dormant legal entities in the jurisdiction

Research on and respond to ad hoc tax queries and related assignments as may be allocated by the LEC

Education & experience requirements

• University degree preferably in Finance, Business, Accounting or related.
• Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) a strong advantage.
• 3 years' experience in the related fields. Multinational/FMCG experience would be preferred

Technical Skills

• Bias in Tax
• Advanced SAP and Excel analytical skills
• Collaboration skills

How to Apply

Please send your CV and remuneration details: theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only candidates who include their remuneration details will be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Procurement Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya Save the Children Somalia / Somaliland

Introduction

Save the Children is the world's largest independent organization, making immediate and long-lasting improvements to children's lives in over 120 countries worldwide. Save the Children is made up of 27 member organizations across the globe.

Through Unified Presence, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries where more than one Save the Children Member organizations operates.

Save the Children has a long history of engagement in Somalia and has been working in Somalia and Somaliland for the past 40 years. Save the Children has a unified presence in Somalia and Somaliland since January 2010 and is working in the thematic areas of education (including skills training for youth), child survival (health, nutrition & livelihood), protection and emergency responses. Currently, Save the children has operations in Somaliland, Puntland and South Central Somalia.

Job Purpose

Provide assistance to Nairobi Logistics team on matters related to day to day procurement work and assist in maintaining stores of Somalia programme in Nairobi.

Assist his/her line manager to ensure that procurements are carried out following standard Save the Children procurement policy and procedures and all documentation and paper work is properly filed & kept in order.

Key Accountabilities

• If assigned, receive purchase requests and coordinate with the requesting office/department on specifications, quality and delivery time, as necessary.
• Assist in filing, recording and updating day to day procurement records.
• Assist his/her line manager in following up matters related to procurements with the suppliers and reporting if any discrepancy is observed.
• Assist in updating the order tracking information and ensure that information is readily available upon request.
• Receive material ordered from suppliers and ensure that all goods received are as per Purchase Order/Contract, any discrepancies must be documented & reported to his/her line manager.
• Assist in record keeping of Nairobi stores and update the information and records regularly.
• Provide up to date information on stores and liaise with field programme teams on dispatching items from Nairobi and stores.
• Assist his/her line manager on matters related to clearing and forwarding of goods/supplies in and out of Kenya.
• Coordinate with local freight forwarders as and when need arises.
• Assist his/her line manager in data updating and record keeping of information related to procurements and stores.
• Ensure that all paper work is kept according to the policies and procedures of the organisation and filed neatly with supporting documents in respective files.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by the line manager, where those do not go against the policy of the organisation.

Person specification

Essential requirements

• Higher Diploma or relevant qualification in Procurement and Supplies
• Certification/qualification in assets and stores management
• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar capacity, preferably in an INGO.
• Computer literacy (MS Office - Word, Excel).
• Good organisational skills
• Good planning and co-ordination skills
• Ability to work under high pressure and cope with multiple demands
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Desirable requirements

• Past experience of working with INGO which has operations in Somalia/Somaliland

Code of Conduct

Because Save the Children's work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children's rights and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff.

Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.

Applications should be forwarded to: jobssomalia@scuk.or.ke

This position is only open to Kenyan nationals.

Only short listed individuals will be notified.

Application Closing Date: 23rd September 2011, 1500hrs

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Africa Point Tours / Travel Consultants Jobs in Kenya

Africa Point is an online travel agent providing such travel services as Africa safaris and holiday packages, hotel bookings, flight reservations, and car rentals in various African destinations including Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Ethiopia, Uganda, Seychelles, Mauritius, Botswana, Namibia, and Egypt.

The company does business through its multi-service travel portal: www.africapoint.com

The company wishes to recruit a suitably qualified person to the position below:

Tours/Travel Consultant (2)

Age: 24-35 years

Education: Degree or Diploma relevant to travel and tours.

Experience:

• 3+ years of clean track record of delivery.
• Should have excellent references from previous employers.
• Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality service delivery.
• Able to work extended hours on occasions when required.
• Able to communicate and motivate customers and prospects via written or spoken communication.

Roles:

• Dealing with client email and phone enquries, monitoring and follow-up to closure
• Meeting clients before service for briefing and after service for debriefing
• Traveling with clients as Tour Leader or Liaison within and outside Kenya
• Initiating and sustaining after service dialogue with clients special offers
• Participate in product development assignments

Other Requirements:

• Good knowledge and experience of Amadeus & Galileo booking systems
• Able to plan and cost complex air travel itineraries
• Able to maintain and grow corporate accounts
• Broad knowledge of tours and travel industry and markets
• Good knowledge of Kenya and Tanzania
• Knowledge and high success rate of selling via email

To apply send detailed CV and complete contact info to: careers@africapoint.com before 23rd September 2011.

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Financial Co-ordinator Horn of Africa Programme Job in North Eastern Province Kenya MENTOR Initiative

Reporting to: Programme Director Horn of Africa

Contract duration: 6 months with possibility for extension

Base: North Eastern Province Kenya with extensive travel throughout Kenya and Somalia

Start date: immediate

Fee range: 3500 - 4000 USD/Month - depending on experience

The MENTOR Initiative is a “not for profit”, charitable, non-governmental organisation devoted to reducing death and suffering from malaria in humanitarian crises. The MENTOR Initiative is currently providing ongoing emergency support to the most vulnerable communities in Haiti, Liberia, Angola, Kenya, Somalia, the Central African Republic and Eastern and Southern Chad.

The Financial Co-ordinator for the Horn of Africa emergency programmes will work to provide financial support to the MENTOR technical team with other specialism’s including malaria case management, vector control, malaria prevention, and IEC/BCC.

This post will work with MoH, UNHCR, other UN agencies, NGO and FBO teams to help ensure that all vulnerable IDP and refugee populations in target areas have access to quality malaria case management and prevention. This will be achieved through support to the Kenya and Somalia programs from a Kenya based office (providing distance support to Somali operations).

The responsibilities of this post include the following.

The Financial Coordinator will be responsible for financial, administrative and human resources support to The MENTOR Initiative Horn of Africa (HoA) Emergency Response Programme and will work under the direct line management of the Programme Manager (PM HoA) and in collaboration with other members of the MENTOR Initiative team to ensure smooth functioning of all programs.

Financial Coordination

• Ensure good quality finance and administration systems as per the standard MENTOR Initiative guidelines are set up and functioning in the programme
• Ensure accounting for all grants and in accordance with the grant agreement(s)
• Prepare monthly electronic and paper reports on expenditures against the project budget(s) and send these together with all hardcopy receipts and other expenditure-related paperwork, including bank statements, to the MENTOR Initiative HQ
• Ensure compliance to all Grant agreements for financial reporting and procurement.
• Ensure field level compliance to all legal aspects of the grant agreement
• On the basis of internal cash available and planned expenditure, send monthly requests for cash (RCA) to the MENTOR Initiative HQ.
• Prepare monthly request for cash (RCA) and electronic as well as paper version of payroll to MENTOR Initiative HQ.
• Supervise and provide training to the local administrator in the MENTOR Initiative finance and administration procedures.
• Ensure that all members of the MENTOR team are trained and respect the Finance and Administration procedures.
• Responsible for payment of all local team members including daily workers when necessary
• Responsible for distributing ICLA and security cash (when required) to international team members as well as reimbursement of approved expenses
• Set up and maintain a MENTOR bank account in the programme country
• When required, assist with the preparation of new proposals and budgets

Administration

• Follow up on all rental agreements including the MENTOR Initiative house(s), office(s), and vehicles, etc. and renew rental agreements when necessary
• When necessary, follow-up on the MENTOR Initiative’s registration in country with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other local actors
• Assist the PM HoA with any other administrative tasks as required

Human Resources

• Directly responsible for all administrative aspects of local staff management and recruitment. This includes set up of non-technical job descriptions and assisting with the editing of technical job descriptions, posting adverts, organizing interviews, etc.
• Ensure that standard salary scale and per diem polices are in place and updated, upon validation from MENTOR HQ, regularly.
• Ensure compliance with all local government taxation and labour regulations concerning employment contracts.
• Ensure that national staff adheres to The MENTOR Initiative contracts, policies and internal rules.
• Ensure that international team members respect internal rules and policies in relation to the management of national staff under their responsibility.

Programme Support

• Assist the PM HoA with writing of Memorandums of Understanding
• When required, represent the MENTOR Initiative in external coordination meetings
• At the request of the PM HoA, provide finance/admin and/or human resources support during field or assessment missions.

Other

• From time to time and as requested work with MENTOR Initiative HQ to share best practice across the organization.
• Includes the possibility of transfer to another similar post in another MENTOR Initiative country programme within the period of this contract agreement.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the PM HoA and agreed with the Director.

Please send a CV and letter of interest to personnel@mentor-initiative.net

No CV only applications will be considered

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ECLOF Kenya Church Loan Officer and Individual Lending Officer Jobs

ECLOF Kenya, a Christian Microfinance Institution with an increasing presence in the Country is seeking the services of a market research firm and additional talent in the following roles;

Church Loan Officer

The position will serve ECLOF’s Church market profile and ensure efficient delivery of both financial and non financial services and manage a healthy portfolio that meets organization’s standard for healthy portfolio management.

Individual Lending Officer

The position will grow ECLOF’s Individual Lending portfolio in the selected markets.

The successful candidate shall be in possession of a business related first degree with prior experience in Individual Lending in a financial Institution.

Mode of Application

Qualified candidates should submit their applications quoting the job applied for to the

Human Resource & Administration Manager,
ECLOF Kenya
P.O Box 34889-00100,
Nairobi

or email to hr@eclof-kenya.org

by 20th September 2011.

Please include detailed CV, copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials, current pay and daytime telephone contact and email address.

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ECLOF Kenya Market Research on Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Career Opportunity

ECLOF KENYA, a Christian Microfinance Institution with an increasing presence in the country is seeking the services of a market research firm and additional talent in the following roles;

Market Research on Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

In a bid to improve access to Water, Sanitation and hygiene practices in communities, ECLOF Kenya seeks the services of a research firm to conduct a market survey on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene practices in select areas in the country and develop responsive Water, Sanitation and Hygiene financial products.

Expected Background and Experience

The successful firm/consultants shall

• Have at least 5 years progressive experience with rural population development surveys.
• Demonstrate excellent research and practical experience particularly in the area of water supply, sanitation and hygiene.
• Have sound understanding of development challenges in Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) sector.
• Possess good analytical skills and strong oral and writing skills

Eligible firms/ Consultants are invited to express interest in providing the service by attaching supporting information that they are qualified. See a detailed TOR at ECLOF Kenya Website.

Deliver applications to the address below by 20th September 2011 end of business.

Chief Executive Officer
Attention: Head of Business Development/ Social Performance.
ECLOF Kenya Head Office
Royal Offices, 2nd Floor
Mogotio Road - off Chiromo Lane, Parklands.

Tel: 254 20 3742817/778

Website: www.eclof-kenya.org

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Sales Executives (20) Jobs in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret - Mobile Phones Retailer

Sales Executives (20)

Industry: Mobile Communication

Location: Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret

Due to rapid expansion, our client, a major mobile phones retailer with retail phone shops in all major towns in Kenya, is looking for sales executives to push phone sales over the counter.

This is a full time position and we are looking for result oriented candidates who are willing to work for long hours including weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidates will be responsible for

• Persuading customers to buy the variety of phones on display by demonstrating their superiority and functionality
• Ensuring attractive display of the phones inside the shop
• Communicating customer feedback to the management
• Service follow-up of faulty products.

Education Qualification:

• This position is ideal for diploma/ certificate holders in Marketing or any business related course.
• Candidates with KCSE qualifications and a commercially aware personality encouraged to apply.
• Experience in sales and promotions will be an added advantage
• Applicants must have a pleasant personality, good presentation and communication skills.
• If you have ever sold mobile related products, this will be an added advantage.
• Degree holders should not apply

Salary expectation: Good retainer plus commission

If you have the skills and competences for this role, send your CV ONLY to
recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Wednesday 16th September 2011.

Only serious candidates with the above qualifications need apply

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South Korea Government Scholarship – 2012 For Kenyan Students

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

South Korea Government Scholarship – 2012

The Government of South Korea is offering two (2) scholarships to Kenyan students in the areas of Engineering and Technology.

Eligibility

The applicant should be:

(i) Holders of a minimum of KCSE grade B+ (plus) with a strong grade in the subjects relevant to the desired course (preferably A).

(ii) Under 23 years of age

(iii) Those who have completed school three years ago and have original KCSE certificate

Conditions for the Scholarships

• Nominees shall be required to take a preliminary Korean language course for one (1) year
• Applicants should not have enrolled at a Korean University before.

Application Procedure:

Preliminary application forms are obtainable from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and
Technology offices at Telposta Towers, 27th floor room 2702.

The application forms can also be downloaded from the Ministry’s website:
www.scienceandtechnology.go.ke.

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional
certificates, transcripts, Birth Certificate, other testimonials should be sent to:

Director of Higher Education,
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology,
P. O. Box 9583 – 00200
Nairobi

Or delivered to: Telposta Towers, 27th floor, Room 2702

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Canteen Chef / Manager Job in Kenya - Nairobi CBD Restaurant

A well-established restaurant based in Nairobi CBD is looking for qualified individual to fill a vacant position of Chef cum Canteen Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, supervise, and participate in the preparation of the food and variety of menus.
• Ensure that the food is produced in a timely and efficient manner and meets the highest standards of taste, quality and presentation.
• Ensure the development of new menus based on food trends, regional tastes and client requests.
• Tracking the food costs and assists in the development of canteen budgets.
• Ensure implementation of effective cost controls without compromising quality and service standards.
• Ensure adequate resource planning and the recruitment of kitchen and canteen staff.
• Set and review the canteen objectives and provide performance feedback through performance appraisal process.
• Ensure awareness and compliance to all Health & Safety work practices and regulations.
• Liaison with external parties and the resolution any issues arising
• Ensure business development and growth.
• Keep the Board informed of all relevant matters

The ideal candidate:

• Must be a qualified chef with a Diploma from a reputable institution.
• At least O level academic certificate
• Must have previous experience in a similar role and with demonstrated business awareness.
• Must have previous experience developing budgets and forecasts and managing food costs.
• Must be focused on providing a consistently high standard of customer service.
• Must be self-driven and detail-orientated with the ability to organise and plan ahead.
• Must have the ability to lead, multi-task, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have integrity
• Must be Computer Literate.

Other positions available are:

1. Cooks
2. Waiters/ Waitresses
3. Pastry Chefs
4. Stewards
5. Cleaners
6. Gardeners
7. Cashiers

If you meet the above criteria, please send your application letter and a detailed CV stating the position applied for to:

DN/A 1094
P. O. Box 49010 - 00100
Nairobi

on or before 16th September 2011.

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Co-operative Bank of Kenya Legal Assistant Job Vacancy

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team - driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment?

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “The Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and self-driven professional to fill the position of:

Legal Assistant

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Manager Legal Department in the Company Secretary’s Division, the role-holder will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Legal Officers in performance of their functions to ensure the bank’s interests are protected, and also provide legal support to Management, Business Units and Branch Network.

Main Duties:

• Overseeing the perfection of the bank’s securities.
• Handling Realization of Securities upon default and in liaison with external counsel representing the Bank in courts, tribunals and arbitrations.
• Providing legal opinions to the Management and the Branch Network on diverse Banking issues.
• Drawing, vetting and approving leases for the premises owned or rented by the Bank.
• Negotiating and Drafting Agreements between the Bank and external service providers and other legal documents as may be required by the Bank from time to time and constant evaluation and monitoring of the agreements that the Bank is a party to.
• Perusing and interpreting legislation and other legal instruments and keeping the Bank abreast of changes to ensure compliance with Regulatory Authorities i.e. The Central Bank of Kenya, Capital Markets Authority and the Retirement Benefits Authority.
• Handling the Litigation Function of the Bank in liaison with External Lawyers, Investigators, Valuers and Debt Collectors and constant monitoring of the same to ensure that no liability against the Bank crystallizes.
• Facilitating Trainings for Credit Staff on securities and other Banking areas as may be required by the Bank from time to time.
• Compiling and submitting to Management periodical reports on conveyance and other matters and undertaking trend analysis aimed at continuous improvement of the Legal Function within the Bank.

Job specification:

The ideal candidate will be required to possess the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• A Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B) degree from a recognized university.
• A Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies (Dip KSL) from the Kenya School of Law.
• Duly admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, with a current practising certificate, year 2011.
• At least three years post-qualification experience in a busy private law firm or experience gained in a similar role in a commercial Bank or other Financial Institution.
• Good understanding of general Banking laws and regulations, as well as the Civil Procedure, Court rules and practices.
• A bias in Commercial work, including drafting and negotiating contracts will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and should be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Techno savvy with good understanding of all Microsoft Office applications.
• 35 years or below

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown below by 16th September 2011.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: LA/09/201 1

The Director
Human Resources Division
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd
P.O. Box 48231-00100
Nairobi Kenya

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Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Job Vacancy Re - Advertisement

Republic of Kenya

The Constitution of Kenya

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Act, 2011 (No. 9 of 2011)

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Selection Panel

Re- Advertisement

Vacancy of Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Act, 2011 First schedule 2 (4) requires the selection panel to select three qualified persons to be appointed as chairperson and forward the names to the President for nomination of one person for appointment.

In view of the non-responsiveness to the advertisement, the panel hereby re-advertises the position of Chairperson.

Kindly Note: Those who applied for this position in response to the advertisement of 11th August 2011 need not re-apply.

Pursuant to Articles 88, 166(3), and 250 of the Constitution and section 28 of the Sixth Schedule thereto, and sections 5, 6 and 35 of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Act, 2011 ( referred to as “the IEBC Act”) and paragraph 3 of the First Schedule thereto, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Selection Panel (referred to as “the IEBC Selection Panel”) seeks to recruit a chairperson to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (referred to as “the IEBC”) who satisfy the provisions of the Constitution and those of the IEBC Act, and the additional criteria specified below.

Qualified persons are requested to apply for this position as follows:

1. Qualification for Chairperson of the IEBC (Ref. V.NO/ IEBC/1/2011)

The chairperson of the IEBC shall be a person who is qualified to hold the office of Judge of the Supreme Court in accordance with Article 166(3) of the Constitution; the applicant must be a citizen of Kenya; must hold a degree from a recognized University; have proven relevant experience in any of the following: Electoral matters, Management, Finance, Governance, Public Administration, Law and meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

The applicant must further satisfy the IEBC Selection Panel of suitability to the position description below.

2. Position Description

As provided for by the Constitution, the IEBC Selection Panel will be looking for applicants who will satisfy and meet the role of the IEBC that “is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and, in particular, for-

(a) the continuous registration of citizens as voters;

(b) the regular revision of the voters’ roll;

(c) the delimitation of constituencies and wards;

(d) the regulation of the process by which parties nominate candidates for elections;

(e) the settlement of electoral disputes, including disputes relating to or arising from nominations but excluding election petitions and disputes subsequent to the declaration of election results;

(f) the registration of candidates for election;

(g) voter education;

(h) the facilitation of the observation, monitoring and evaluation of elections;

(i) the regulation of the amount of money that may be spent by or on behalf of a candidate or party in respect of any election;

(j) the development of a code of conduct for candidates and parties contesting elections; and

(k) the monitoring of compliance with legislation required by article 82(1)(b) relating to nomination of candidates by parties.

3. Additional Criteria for Selection

The IEBC Selection Panel will further be seeking evidence of a candidate’s suitability in the execution of the mandate of the IEBC.

3.1. Applicants SHOULD attach their Curriculum Vitae, testimonials; samples of their three top writings; or supervised projects or any other evidence of proven relevant expertise herein being sought.
3.2. All applicants must complete the IEBC Application Form available at

(a) www.publicservice.go.ke; or

(b) IEBC Secretariat, Public Service Commission Reception, Commission House, Harambee Avenue

3.3. In addition to the qualifications set out in the Constitution, the enabling Statute and the Schedules thereto, applicants must further meet and evidence the following:

Clearance Certificates from:

(a) the Director, Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC);

(b) the Director, Criminal Investigations Department (CID);

(c) the Commissioner General, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);

(d) the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP);

(e) the Chief Executive Officer, Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);

(f) the Professional bodies (where applicable) to which the applicant belongs such as LSK, ICPAK, AAK, IEK etc.

4. Security Clearance

In addition, all short-listed applicants may be subjected by the IEBC Selection Panel to security clearance by National Security and Intelligence Service (NSIS) before their interviews.

5. Disqualification Criteria

The following persons are and/or will be excluded;

(a) any person who has at any time within the preceding five years, held office, or stood for election in Parliamentary, civic or political party;

(b) any person who has been a member of a governing body of any political party or affiliated groups to those political parties in the last five years;

(c) any person adversely mentioned in any report by a Commission of Inquiry or any Parliamentary Committee Report;

(d) any person who canvasses directly, indirectly, by proxy, by emissary, by tribal or clan whipping, by pressure groups, by other associations or in any other way;

(e) any person who knowingly, willingly and blatantly lies, misrepresents, cheats and fails to disclose material facts

6. Application Submission

(a) An applicant must clearly indicate the position and vacancy number to which they applying for;


(b) Applications and supporting documentation should be;

(i) delivered to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission IEBC Selection Panel Secretariat, Public Service Commission Reception, Commission House, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi; or

(ii) submitted electronically as a PDF format attachment to IEBCselectionpanel@publicservice.go.ke

(c) All submitted applications will be referenced.

(d) The applications should be addressed to:

The Chairperson,
IEBC Selection Panel,
Public Service Commission, Commission House,
P.O. Box 30095-00100, GPO
Harambee Avenue, Nairobi

So as to reach the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission IEBC Selection Panel on or before 5.00PM, Wednesday, 21st September 2011.

7. Important Notice

(a) Names of all applicants and the interview schedule of those shortlisted shall be published in the print media, the Kenya Gazette and in the PSC website: www.publicservice.go.ke after the closure of the advert in compliance to the Constitution and the enabling Statute.

(b) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Ekuru Aukot (DR.),
Chairperson,
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Selection Panel.

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World Concern Country Director Job in Juba Sudan

World Concern is a US-based, Christian humanitarian relief and development organization working in Africa, Asia and the Americas.

Established in 1955, World Concern works to alleviate suffering among the poor in developing countries and to address the root causes in each context. World Concern’s primary strategy is community-based, integrated development.

World Concern works in multiple-sectors to build the capacity of village-based groups, non-governmental partners and other counterparts to lead and sustain their development.

World Concern is committed to best practices of inclusive, participatory and accountable relief and development and maintains rigorous standards of both financial and program monitoring.

Program assistance is provided on the basis of need alone, without regard to race, creed or religion.

Position: Sudan Country Director

Location: Juba, Sudan

Reports To: Africa Area Director

Supervises: All Sudan national and expatriate staff

Purpose: Provide strategic leadership and management to World Concern’s relief and holistic development work in Sudan. . Plan sectoral initiatives into a coherent country strategy consistent with organizational priorities. Advocate on behalf of organization’s development goals, building institutional relationships and promoting cooperative program activities.

Major Responsibilities

1. Program Development:

• Work with Program Managers to improve the quality and effectiveness of existing programs.
• Evaluate opportunities and make recommendations to the Leadership Team for new programs
• Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation systems are in place to align with WC objectives of shared learning, improved programming, beneficiary sustainability and spiritual impact.
• Identify strategic partnerships and negotiate terms for final approval of the Africa Area Director.

2. Fund Raising

• Write clear, concise proposals with corresponding budgets to increase program funding base to ensure programs are fully funded.
• Network with and maintain good working relationships with UN, government agencies, appropriate church bodies, NGO’s and other actors in Sudan to ensure collaboration and acceptance of WC programs.
• Provide leadership to Program Managers in initiating development activities that are locally/communally funded and which do not rely exclusively on foreign support

3. Management

• Responsible for budgeting, monitoring and controlling program expenses for all Sudan programs.
• Ensure quality reporting to donors and the US head office and program compliance with donor requirements
• An active member of the Africa Leadership Team
• Responsible for hiring and monitoring performance of WC staff in Sudan programs.
• Monitor political and security situations in Sudan and ensure appropriate security measures are in place and being followed.
• Participate in the Duty Officer rotation.

4. People Development

• Ensures that conflict is resolved in a biblical way with the goal of restoring relationships.
• Provide guidance on individual staff development
• Promote an atmosphere of shared learning
• Mentoring staff towards God’s purposes through discovering their gifts and talents and creating opportunities for their sharpening
• Commit to pray for WC project beneficiaries and staff, and foster spiritual growth among both as appropriate

Required Skills & Experience:

• BA in related field with MA preferred
• At least 5 years field experience working as an expatriate, managing relief & development programs in a leadership role.
• Significant experience working in conflict or post conflict areas
• Significant experience managing teams of international and national staff
• Experience in program design, proposal writing and report writing.
• Demonstrated ability to grow country profile both in program scope and funding sources.
• Must have a very good command of spoken and written English language
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique and coordination of people and resources
• Experience managing USG grants
• Preference for Horn of Africa experience

If you feel you are the right candidate for the advertised position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV with telephone contacts of three referees to:

World Concern Hr Office,
P.O Box 61333-00200
Nairobi

or email worldconcernhr@wcdro.org

so as to be received not later than 22nd September, 2011.

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KHRC Call for Expression of Interest for Consultancy Services for a Research on Women’s Labour Rights

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) is a national NGO with the mission to promote, protect and enhance the enjoyment of all human rights by all individuals and groups.

The KHRC intends to award a consultancy to a highly competent, qualified and experienced research consultant or firm having the relevant technical background, to conduct a research on women’s labour rights.

Purpose of the consultancy:

In line with the KHRC’s goal of the year (2011- 2012) “investing in the new constitution for accountability and Justice”, KHRC towards improving access to economic, social and cultural rights intends to carry out a study on women’s labour rights, who make a majority of labour force within the horticulture industry.

The research targets an in-depth understanding of rights situations and experiences of workers as regards equality between male and female workers on

a) equal pay for equal work,

b) maternity and paternity leave

c) child support,

d) sexual harassment,

e) dismissal, and

f) casual labour and contracts.

The research also aims to consider companies human resource policies and their implementation in relation to compliance with the Employment Act and rights entrenched in the Constitution, as well as interplay between legislations, policy and practice.

The study locations will be Naivasha, Thika and Athi River.

The research recommendations and follow up advocacy will contribute towards improving workers livelihoods (income) / standard of living (social and cultural rights) through increased understanding of the Employment Act (2007), Constitutional provisions on equality and non-discrimination and women’s labour rights violations by the public, women workers and employers.

This will consequently influence market demand for products that adhere to high standards with regards to workers rights.

Specifically, the study will;

1. Explore the legal and organisational policy provisions for women’s rights as workers.
2. Assess levels of understanding by women workers of their labour rights as provided for in the Employment Act 2007, Constitution of Kenya (2010) and organisational policies.
3. Examine the situation of women workers / their practical realities and the extent of respect for their rights
4. Establish in what ways there is alignment of or a mismatch between legislation, organizational policy and reality.
5. Consider measures adopted by the employers towards improving employment practices– have these reform agendas improve access to economic and social rights and service delivery for women workers
6. Identify any model companies with regards to compliance with outlined women labour rights observance; to profile as a learning point by other companies
7. Provide recommendations on necessary actions by workers and employers to improve women’s rights as workers

Primary Tasks:

Towards delivery of the assignment, the successful consultant will be expected to

1. Attend meetings with KHRC team to discuss and map out key issues and targeted areas for the assignment by 27th Sept
2. Carry out desk review of legal instruments, policy papers, reports and other publications in line with the study;
3. Develop and present research tools, methodology for the study and the preliminary desk review report to KHRC and a select team of stakeholders for comments and approval by 12th October 2011;
4. Conduct field based interviews in the 3 focus areas as per the agreed sampling design and methodology by 30th October 2011
5. Analyze and interpret the findings;
6. Share the report with a select team (KHRC and some key stakeholders) for validation and final inputs by 14th November 2011
7. Submit the final report with clear research findings and relevant policy recommendations by 25th November 2011

The consultant is required to possess

1. Professional experience in conducting research (data collection & analysis) and reporting – both qualitative and quantitative
2. Good analytical skills
3. Demonstrable experience in assignments of similar nature, including understanding of workers and livelihood issues; and relevant regulatory frameworks
4. Excellent documentation and writing skills, attested by past written papers.
5. A relevant degree in social science discipline
6. Ability to interact effectively with local communities and as part of a technical team.
7. Availability to meet project deadlines.

For more information read the Concept Notes - Labour Rights Research Here

KHRC invites interested consultants (individuals / firms) with experience in executing similar assignments to submit their expression of interest accompanied by a detailed profile, stating their capability, availability, a detailed work‐plan, expected consultancy fee for this assignment and contacts of three referees.

EOI should be submitted on or before 15th September 2011 by email to vmunyua@khrc.or.ke.

Only short-listed applicants will be notified.

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Maintenance Manager Job in Kenya - Boeing 737-200

Minimum Qualifications

License in Maintenance Engineering ratings for

- Airframe

- Powerplant

- Avionics

3 years experience on B737-200 type of aircraft

1 year experience of returning aircraft to service.

Applicants to send in their C.V.’s to: jr@airdc.co.ke, Umang.soni@airdc.co.ke

A copy of the application MUST be sent to

The Director General,
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority,
P.O. Box 30163-00100
Nairobi.
 
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Nairobi Commercial Law Firm Associates - Commercial Department Jobs in Kenya

We are a commercial law firm based in Nairobi, and are seeking to fill two Associate positions in our Commercial Department.

Candidates should meet these qualifications:

• 3 years experience with solid exposure to commercial law practice.
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance are an added advantage
• LLB degree from a recognised university.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Broad base of legal practice experience
• Developed interpersonal, writing and communication skills
• Focused on performance and results
• Desire and ability to learn from and confer on an ongoing basis with other Advocates of the Firm when the handling matters with a view to continuously developing professional knowledge and expertise

If you are interested in joining us, please send your application letter with a detailed CV to

P.O. Box 8418-00200 Nairobi

or email recruit.associate2011@gmail.com

by 15th September 2011

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Hotel Front Office Manager Job in Kenya - 5 Star Leading Hotel

There is an exciting opportunity in a 5 star leading hotel, this dynamic management role will require an individual with passion, drive and enthusiasm, a self-motivated individual with a positive approach and the ability to lead and motivate others whilst delivering effective business results.

Role:

The successful candidate will effectively manage the front office team, as well as contribute to the success of the hotel by ensuring that the highest standards of product and service are maintained and delivered at all times whilst maximizing profitability.

Typically, a hotel front office manager is responsible for all operations of the front desk and guest services, including the reservation, transport and luggage services. They are also responsible for the management of front office personnel such as staff training, shift scheduling, and supervising all duties of the front desk.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Making sure all aspects of your department run smoothly
• Ability to build a strong rapport with guests and instilling a culture of continuous improvement
• Playing a major role in strategic planning, revenue generating, handling budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensuring staff are fully prepared, motivated and ready to work to the highest standards.

Qualifications and Experience required:

• Masters/bachelors degree in hotel/institutional management, minimum of 8 years working experience in the hotel industry of which 5 should be in senior management in a similar capacity with a proven track record and strong management and organisational skills gained in a 4/5 star hotel.
• In depth knowledge of hotel operations, tourism industry, keen business awareness and commercial acumen, knowledge of Profit and Loss accounts.
• Strong communication and motivational skills, proven leadership abilities and good organisational abilities, etc.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification

All applicants should include a reliable email address, day-time telephone contact and must be accompanied with a detailed CV, colour photo and copies of relevant certificates.

Send your application not later than 16/9/2011 to: -

The Advertiser
P.O. Box 1333-00621
Or e-mail – hrm410@yahoo.com
Nairobi

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Coordination Team Secretary Job in Nairobi Kenya - Matrix Development Consultants

Matrix Development Consultants is an international consulting company incorporated and registered in Kenya with offices in Nairobi. For over 27 years, Matrix has partnered with development agencies to implement projects throughout Eastern and Southern Africa.

Matrix Development Consultants Company has been contracted to provide consultancy services to the Government of Kenya (GoK) to develop a national action plan to enhance the implementation of the National Climate Change Response Strategy (NCCRS).

A senior secretary is sought to provide secretarial and administrative support to the Coordination Team.

We are looking for a suitably qualified individual to fill the position of Coordination Team Secretary

Employer: Matrix Development Consultants

Job Title: Coordination Team Secretary

Reports to: Coordinator

Contract Period: Full-time for nine months with possible extension to a maximum period of 20 months.

Place of Work: Nairobi, Kenya

Starting Date: ASAP

Purpose of the Job

• To provide secretarial and administrative support to the Coordination team.

Responsibilities of the Position

The coordination team will be responsible for

• Organizing and maintaining the project diary of meetings and key events and for making appointments for the coordinator and consultant missions.
• Maintaining contact lists for the Action Plan Process.
• Dealing with formal correspondence and writing letters
• Organizing and attending meetings and workshops related to the project
• Taking minutes of meetings
• Acting as a focal point for project related telephone call and email queries
• Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations
• Proof reading of draft documents
• Collaborating with website manager to upload relevant news and documents to the MEMR websites
• Act as a focal point for uploading relevant files to the IT Coordination Tool

Qualifications and Experience Required

• University graduate
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• At least 8 years of senior secretarial experience
• Experience of working in an International Organization or on Government of Kenya Projects
• Previous involvement in the Environment/Climate Change Sectors is desirable.

Personal/ Interpersonal Skills

• Be able to work independently and without supervision
• Stamina, commitment, efficiency and adaptability
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Flexibility to work extended hours to deliver commitments at busy periods

Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs (and nothing else) via email to consultants@matrix.or.ke with the position of interest in the subject line.

Kindly ensure that the submitted document bears the name of the candidate.

Deadline for receiving applications: Tuesday, 20 September 2011 at 14:00Hrs
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Equity Bank Communications, Assistant Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Equity Bank is one of the region’s leading Banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities.

With a strong footprint in Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan, Equity Bank is now home to approximately 6 million customers, the largest customer base in the Eastern African Region.

Currently the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve in the role outlined below:-

Assistant Manager, Communications

The Position

The role holder will be responsible for supporting the Bank Communication department in the area of documentary content production, video shooting, editing, scripting and other related roles as shall be assigned.

Candidate’s Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• A degree or Higher diploma in mass communication with emphasis on videography and production
• Professional training in communication, public relations and video production
• Over 3 year experience relevant experience in the production of documentaries, photography in a media organization or in a communication function in an established organization
• Thorough knowledge in scripting for audio and visual production, communication, and public relations
• Knowledge and experience in content production for online digital broadcasting will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Video shooting and editing
• Scripting for documentaries
• Photography and maintaining a photo library
• Event management, e.g. media related road-shows
• Web based digital content development

Desired Skills and Ability

• Skills in video recording and production
• Ability to script stories for video and print production
• Web content development skills
• Ability to record, edit and produce audio visual content using advanced editing softwares
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Positive attitude, humble and flexible
• Ability to work under pressure, including frequent field travels across the country within tight deadlines and with minimal supervision
• Excellent organization & planning skills
• Team player
• Working knowledge of computers

If you meet the above requirements, submit your application quoting the job you are applying for to the email address below by 26th September 2011.

Please include detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials and daytime telephone contact and email address.

All applications should be in soft and through the email indicated below.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Email to: InternalJobApplications@equitybank.co.ke

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace.

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Marketing Manager job Opportunity in Kenya

Marketing Manager

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

1. In consultation with the CEO, plan and implement marketing strategies, including advertising and PR for the local & international markets - segmented by main market regions.

2. Carry out Sales organization planning and development

3. Plan and manage sales and marketing resources according to agreed budgets.

4. Plan and carry out sales and marketing activities to agreed sales volumes, values, product mix and timescales.

5. Plan product launches and implement their strategies.

6. Develop and maintain existing and new individual clients or tour operators through planned individual client’s or tour operators’ account support, and maintain a computerized customer and prospect database

7. Continually carry out sales distribution and channel analysis and develop and maintain the distribution channels

8. Respond to and follow up on all leads & enquiries for bookings by e-mail, telephone, and personal visits.

9. Manage market research, new product and new business development.

10. Manage relevant reporting requirements of management and financial information for the sales and marketing departments.

11. Select & manage the external marketing, source market representations and agency activities.

12. Maintain and develop corporate image and reputation, and protect and develop the company's brands via suitable PR activities.

13. Maintain and report on equipment and software suitability for client relations management, marketing and sales reporting purposes.

14. Recruit, manage, train and motivate direct reporting staff according to company procedures, policy and employment law.

15. Liaise and attend meetings with other company departments necessary to perform duties and aid business and organizational development.

Expected Operational Results Area:

• Achieve agreed sales targets as per budget
• Develop new markets and grow the company’s revenue and profits year on year.
• In liaison with departments and the organization’s Foundation, develop new revenue – generating products at the facilities.
• Develop and manage robust market intelligence for use in developing and implementing effective sales and marketing strategies.
• Execute effective PR and advertising plans
• Regular (monthly) management reports on sales and marketing activities vis-à-vis budgets.
• Monitor departmental expenses in line with budgets.
• Motivate and train staff reporting to this position and ensure they work in accordance with laid down company rules & regulations.
• Develop a good working relationship with the management team of the organization to ensure proper flow of information, exchange of ideas and key learnings as well as enhancing performance of the whole company.
• Regularly review tasks in this role with a view to coming up with new, innovative and improved ways of accomplishing tasks and meeting sales and marketing objectives (improving sales, controlling costs and ways of reporting to management).

Qualifications and experience:

• A graduate degree in Business Management or related qualification.
• A masters degree in business management would be an added advantage
• A Minimum of 8 years work experience, 4 of which should be in a sales management position in the Travel Industry.
• An excellent understanding of the Tourism & Travel industry in East Africa with an emphasis on Kenya.
• Proven sales performance & leadership skills in managing teams.

Specific Job Skills:

• Understands the principles of sales, marketing and advertising cost-effectiveness, including market sector targeting, product offer development, features-benefits-solutions selling, and cost – benefit analysis.
• Appreciates need for consistency within company's branding and marketing mix, especially PR and the Internet.
• Experience in managing media and marketing agency activities.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and remuneration details: theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only candidates who include their current remuneration details will be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Rural Electrification Authority Procurement, Engineers, Customer Care, Wood Scientist and Accountants Jobs in Kenya

The Rural Electrification Authority, a State Corporation within the Energy Sector seeks to fill the following positions:

Manager Renewable Energy and Generation

MG 4

1 Post

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• Planning, directing, coordinating, monitoring and implementing all programmes relating to the Renewable energy function;
• Initiating, formulating, reviewing and implementing policies, programmes and strategies relating to renewable energy;
• Developing methodologies of achieving renewable energy goals, programmes and objectives;
• Initiating projects;
• Liaising with other organizations and stakeholders in the promotion of renewable energy;
• Preparation, control and overall integrity of budget for national renewable energy programmes and projects;
• Research and training activities, and
• Overall supervision and development of staff.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science in any of the following Engineering disciplines: Electrical , Mechanical or Chemical from a recognized university;
• Registered by the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya with a current practicing licence;
• A Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines will be a definite advantage: Energy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forestry, Agriculture or Environmental Sciences from recognized institutions;
• Thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objectives and the ability to translate them into renewable energy policies and programmes;
• High degree of professional competence and administrative capability and leadership qualities required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of Renewable Energy Programmes;
• Personal Integrity: a strong commitment to openness, honesty and inclusiveness, demonstrable tolerance, approachability and capability to inspire trust in others;
• Personal responsibility- the willingness to accept responsibility for own actions and outcomes;
• Possession of a Leadership/ Management Course Certificate will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Relevance working experience of twelve (12) years, Five (5) of which should be in the field of Renewable Energy.
• Served at a senior management level for three (3) years or Job Group Q and above in the Civil service or its equivalent.

Customer Care Staff

Job group “K”

8 Posts

Duties & Responsibilities:

He/she will be responsible for:

• Answering all incoming calls and offering the required solution to customers;
• Receiving and directing visitors in a pleasant and cautious manner;
• Receiving and resolving customers complaints;
• Following up on any pending and unresolved customer issues;
• Maintaining a register of all resolved, referred and pending customers issues;
• Processing of letters, reports and other correspondence;
• Gathering data on prospective customers;
• Receiving mail and parcels at the reception and ensuring that they are delivered to the right person at the right time;
• Familiar with the Authority’s business, products and services;
• Ensuring that the front office area is kept tidy and clean, and
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• KCSE Grade C+ (plus) its equivalent with C in English and Kiswahili;
• Diploma in either Marketing, Customer service or Public Relations;
• Certificate in Front office or in Telephone operations
• Secretarial Certificate from KNEC is an added advantage;
• Proficiency in Computers, and
• Three (3) years relevant experience in a busy office.

These positions require all rounded individuals with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to deal with people at all levels, team players, flexible, disciplined and willing to work odd hours.

Chief Procurement Officer

MG 6

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

He/she will be responsible for:

• Effective Management of Procurement activities within the organization;
• Monitoring and reporting on the departmental performance targets quarterly in line with the Authority objectives and initiating necessary interventions;
• Providing goods and services procurement reports;
• Coordinating implementation of strategies on local and overseas procurement of goods and services for the department;
• Proposing and overseeing additional system functionality requirement implementation;
• Implementing long-term and short-term procurement plans in liaison with users and in line with the Authority material requirements;
• Maintaining an updated supplier list by conducting global market survey and ensuring pre– qualification of competent providers of goods and services;
• Documenting all norms and procedures for the department and ensuring their compliance;
• Coordinating tender opening schedules;
• Coordinating factory inspection visits for the engineers and the department to ensure receipt of quality goods;
• Coordinating inspection and acceptance of all materials received by the Authority to ensure receipt of quality goods;
• Ensuring timely settlement of goods and services delivery disputes with suppliers and other stakeholders;
• Maintenance of Tender Committee Documentation;
• Managing the Procurement secretariat team to offer adequate consultancy and support services to other divisions of the Authority;
• Coordinating the administration of contracts and expediting the delivery of goods and services to ensure performance by suppliers of their contractual obligations;
• Participating in managing human, financial and material resources assigned to the department.
• Supervising and appraising sectional staff and identifying their training and development needs.
• Coordinating budgeting and budgetary control for the department.
• Implementing of cultural/behavioral change initiatives within the department.
• Implementing of management and technological innovations to enhance the department’s efficiency, and
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in a Business related field;
• MBA or Masters Degree in Procurement shall be an added advantage;
• Graduate Diploma in Supplies Management (MCIPS);
• Management Development Course;
• Membership of a recognized profession body in Supplies Management;
• Computer Literacy;
• Proficiency in SAP will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in MS office, and
• 9 years working experience.

Supplies Officer

MG 10

2 Posts

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervision of all stores activities and putting in place monitoring measures to ensure material quality at all times;
• Coordinating stores activities by ensuring that materials delivered to the individual storage location are exactly according to the order by checking their quality through the inspection team, quantity and condition on arrival;
• Controlling the dispatch of materials to contractors by ensuring that only released and dully authorized materials are dispatched from the Stores;
• Ensuring safe storage of all materials in the store by spot checks, good housekeeping and identification of unsafe working methods to minimize losses from damages;
• Provision of reliable information to management at any point in time on stocks and conditions of materials in the stores by establishing, maintaining and updating accurate records of stocks, issues and dispatches;
• Management of the continuous supply of materials through inter-store transfer and coordination with the purchasing section to ensure availability of stocks at all time;
• Staff Development through job training, instilling discipline and motivating subordinates to enhance improved performance;
• Coordination with transporters to ensure delivery of materials to destined stores;
• Ensuring regular system clean up such that the physical stock situation corresponds with that of operating system (SAP); and
• Scheduling, managing stock taking and maintaining inventory accuracy at all times.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration or Electrical Engineering;
• Post Graduate Diploma in Procurement from a reputable and recognized institution;
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supplies (MCIPS) will be an added advantage;
• Computer Literate
• Membership of the Kenya Institute Supplies Management, and
• Five (5) years of relevant working experience.

Storekeepers

2 Posts

Job group “J”

Duties & Responsibilities:

He/she will be responsible for:

• Receipt from suppliers and issues of materials to contractors;
• Conduct the initial quality inspection of materials received from suppliers;
• Liaise with the inspection and acceptance committee for the mandatory inspection ,and
• Conduct periodic stock take and reconciliations.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies Management from a reputable institution;
• Member of the Kenya Institute of Supply Management (KISM);
• Member of the Chattered Institute of Purchasing & Supplies (MCIPS);
• Robust customer service skills;
• Computer Literacy;
• Proficiency in SAP will be an added advantage, and
• Three (3) years working experience.

Senior Wood Scientist

MG 8

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

He/she will be responsible for:

• Formulating, updating and maintaining technical specifications for poles for use in the electricity distribution function;
• Carry out quality verification of poles being delivered to the Company to ensure conformity to standards;
• Coordinate internal testing of poles and ensure conformity to Company technical standards and KS 516;
• Formulate, maintain and update procedures to be consistent with current trends in timber preservation;
• Supervise pole treatment facilities to ensure appropriate chemical treatment of wood poles in compliance with the set standards and specifications;
• Carry out inspection of raw seasoned poles before delivery to treatment facilities and coordinate their treatment in conformity with set standards;
• Formulate policy framework on ownership through concession of forest plantations and commercial tree growing for provision of power distribution pole; and
• Undertaking other tasks that may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Wood Science & Technology or other comparable qualifications from a recognized institution;
• At least five (5) years work experience in wood preservation industry;
• Knowledge on Quality Management Systems will be an added advantage , and
• Computer Literacy.

3rd Assistant Engineer (Civil Engineer)

MG10

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Preparation and evaluation of tenders for civil works;
• Validation of civil works drawings;
• Supervision of civil engineering works, and
• Valuation and capitalization of civil and mechanical assets.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil and Construction Engineering or Higher National Diploma in Civil and Construction Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registered graduate engineer or graduate technician engineer as the case may be with the Kenya Engineers Registration Board (KERB);
• Degree holders to have served for at least three (3) years in the supervision of civil engineering projects or other related function;
• For Higher Diploma to have served for at least four (4) years in the supervision of civil engineering projects or other related function;
• Attained a performance rating of at least good in the last three (3) performance periods; and
• Computer literacy.

Treasury Accountant II

MG 10

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that projection of cash flows are as per Authority requirements;
• Carrying out reconciliations of all bank accounts;
• Monitoring maturity schedules for projects;
• Maintaining bank balances as per approved procedures;
• Procuring forex as per Authority requirements within the approved policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• B. Com. (Accounting/Finance) or related degree;
• CPA II or ACCA II;
• Five (5) years experience relevant to this position ;
• Computer literacy ,and
• Treasury and supervisory certificate are added advantage.

or

• CPA (K), or ACCA III;
• Seven (7) years relevant working experience; and
• All above certificate.

Inventory Accountant III

MG 11


1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities

• Costing of materials in various stores;
• Monthly stock reconciliation;
• Daily monitoring of issues and receipts in the system;
• Weekly review of stock form all locations, and
• Supervising & organizing monthly stock take.

Qualifications:

• B. Com. (Accounting/Finance) or related degree
• CPA II or ACCA II
• Three (3) years experience relevant to this position
• Computer literacy;

or

• CPA (K) or ACCA Final;
• Five (5) years work experience;
• Above certificates.

Fixed Asset Register Accountant III

MG 11

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Updating and maintenance of Fixed Asset Register;
• Monitoring & Reconciling WIP accounts;
• Ensuring timely capitalization of assets;
• Ensuring correct depreciation rates are applied;
• Preparing proposals for disposal of assets.

Qualifications:

• B. Com. (Accounts/Finance) or related degree;
• CPA II or ACCA II;
• Three (3) years relevant experience, and
• Computer literacy.

or

• CPA (K) or ACCA Final;
• Five (5) years relevant working experience;
• Above certificate.

Assistant Accountant, Receipting III

MG 13

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receipting of bank advises;
• Reconciliation of cash in hand account; and
• Preparation of Daily cash balance report.

Qualifications:

• B. Com. (Accounts/Finance) or related degree;
• Computer literacy, and
• Relevant experience.

or

• CPA II or ACCA II;
• Two (2) years work experience, and
• Computer literacy.

Assistant Accountant, Payments

MG 13

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Writing cheques;
• Batching payments;
• Circulation of payment vouchers;
• Release of cheques,and
• Custodian of cheques.

Qualifications:

• B. Com. (Accounts/Finance) or related degree;
• Computer literacy, and
• Relevant experience.

or

• CPA II or ACCA II;
• Two (2) years work experience.

Assistant Accountant, Payroll

MG 13

1 Post

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assisting in payroll preparations;
• Collating of payroll;
• Collating of payroll deductions, and
• Reconciling the payroll accounts.

Qualifications:

• B. Com. (Accounts/Finance) or related degree;
• Computer literacy, and
• Relevant experience.

or

• CPA II or ACCA II
• Two (2) years work experience
• Computer literacy;

Applications (indicating current basic salary) together with Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates and relevant testimonials including daytime telephone contacts and names of three referees and quoting the job title on the envelope should be sent to the office of the Chief Executive Officer at the address indicated below on or before 26th Sept, 2011.

The Chief Executive Officer
Rural Electrification Authority
P.O. Box 34585 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

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