Administrative Manager Job in Kenya OSIEA

closes: March 12, 2012

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@osiea.org

The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa works to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.

OSIEA initiatives advance justice, free speech, public health, and independent media in the region.

Based in Nairobi, this senior position oversees the office management of four OSIEA offices and reports to the Finance and Administration Director.

The Administrative Manager supervises the administrative staff and interfaces regularly with all staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the OSIEA regional and country offices by developing and implementing effective policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all legal and administrative requirements for registration and licenses.
• Collaborate with in-house and outside legal counsel in multiple jurisdictions on compliance with local statutory requirements and development of new policies.
• Process work permits and immigration related matters for foreign staff
• Research, negotiate and renew all office suppliers, including internet and technology services, medical, pension and liability insurance.
• Procure office supplies and equipment
• Develop and implement security policies for protection of personnel, property, and information.
• Reinforce security protocols and put into place a disaster recovery plan

Qualifications

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Community Development JObs in kenya - Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Community Development

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Community Development

3 Positions

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

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Community Development Officer (CDO) at Mt. Kenya East Pilot Project for Natural Resources Management Job in Kenya |

Job Vacancy: Community Development Officer (CDO)

The Government of Kenya has received financial assistance from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) towards financing the Mt. Kenya East Pilot Project for Natural Resources Management.

The Project covers 5 Districts namely: Embu, Mbeere, Meru Central, Meru South and Tharaka (2004). The Project duration is 2004-2012.

The Project Management Unit (PMU) is based in Embu.

Ministry of Water and Irrigation
Mt. Kenya East Pilot Project For Natural Resources Management (MKEPP)
P.O. Box 996 - 60100 Embu, Tel: 068-31376, Fax: 068-31357,
e-mail: pmu@mkepp.or.ke

The Project wishes to recruit a suitably qualified person who must be a Kenyan Citizen to fill the above mentioned post at the PMU for a duration of one year.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

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Project Assistant Job vacancy in Kenya - UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa

The UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa would like to recruit a Project Assistant on a Service Contract (SB2).

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is committed to achieving health, security and justice for all by tackling threats from illicit drugs, organized crime, corruption and terrorism worldwide.

UNODC provides legal and technical assistance in a variety of challenging areas, such as preventing and countering corruption, trafficking in drugs, persons, and firearms, money laundering and terrorist financing, among others.

UNODC also works to prevent and treat drug dependence and HIV and AIDS.

The UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) covers thirteen countries: Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, Tanzania, and Uganda.

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Manufacturing and Logistics Officer Job Vacancy (KShs 90K) at Carbon Zero Kenya

Job Title: Manufacturing and Logistics Officer

Salary: 90,000KES Gross

Based at: Mombasa, Kenya with travel

Position reports to: Construction and Logistics Coordinator

Job Purpose Summary:

To support the implementation of energy efficient stove

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Community Mobilization Officer and Partnership Officer Jobs at IRC Kenya

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana region and refugees in the Kakuma, Dadaab camps and in the Eastleigh, Nairobi.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, sanitation and hygiene and HIV/AIDS and prevention and response to gender based violence issues.

Applications are invited for the position of:

1. Community Mobilization Officer

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Program Manager Job in Lutheran World Relief (LWR) Nairobi Kenya

Lutheran World Relief (LWR) is a US non-governmental organization that works with Lutherans and partners around the world to end poverty, injustice and human suffering.

LWR - East Africa Regional Office is seeking to recruit a Program Manager for Kenya based in its Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya. All qualified Kenya Nationals are invited to apply for the position

The Program Manager will report to the Country Director, and will be part of the regional team to develop, implement and derive lessons learnt from the regional strategy.

S/he will also ensure that the projects are implemented

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Somalia / Kenya Program Officer Job in Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Nairobi Kenya

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Somalia /Kenya is a two Country Program with four field offices in Dadaab (Kenya), Hargeisa (Somaliland), Bossaso (Puntland) and Mogadishu (South Central).

NRC has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and expanded to Puntland in 2006, Mogadishu and Dadaab in 2007. In a short time NRC established Education, Shelter/Sanitation, Distribution and Camp Management projects for IDPs, refugees and local population in Somalia and Kenya.

NRC also has a coordination office in Nairobi, Kenya that was established in 2006.

Position Vacant: Program Officer

Reporting to: Program Development Manager

Duty Station: Nairobi, with frequent travel to the field offices in Somalia, Kenya & Ethiopia

Duration of Contract: ASAP to 31st December 2012 (with possible extension)

Main Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to the development of country program strategies, concept papers and situation analysis.
• Quality assurance and finalization of reports, proposals and concepts in line with the donor requirements and NRC policies and strategies;
• Coordinating the production process of reports and proposals;
• Coordinating the deadlines for proposal and report submission
• Support PDU in the overall day to day planning and progress monitoring of the implementation of the core NRC Somalia/Kenya/Ethiopia Mission program activities;
• Monitor the humanitarian situation n Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia and highlight new developments for senior management
• Undertake capacity building of staff on proposal writing; program and project cycle management and advocacy
• Support field offices on assessments. In liaison with the PDM, plan programme/project assessments and evaluations
• Undertake regular field trips to follow up and advise through field reports and recommendations on progress of projects
• Ensure that Protection analysis is part of the activities being undertaken and contributing to the development of NRC analysis on prioritized Protection issues by facilitating the mainstreaming of Protection issues within NRC program
• Ensure that the advocacy issues and initiatives are identified within the country programs, and support the PDM and the Area Managers in their advocacy work
• Ensure deliberate overall Somalia/Kenya/Ethiopia program approach along “do no harm” principles
• Ensure gender mainstreaming in all program documents and processes
• Attend coordination and Cluster meetings as advised by the PDM and coordinate responses and actions as required
• Support in preparation of media briefs and success stories; and write, design and edit project publications/brochures/factsheets/newsletter, etc
• Ensuring information a coordinated flow of information between NRC Nairobi and the field offices
• Assist with any other duties assigned by the Program Development Manager, as and when required.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Relevant university degree, preferably in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law or other related field.
• At least 3 years experience in field project review and evaluation;
• Documented skills in formulation of programme/project proposals, budgets and reports
• Understanding of various donors requirements
• Ability to use Logical Framework Approach as a tool in project/programme design and follow-up
• Significant understanding of complex emergencies and crisis contexts
• Significant political and cultural awareness and experience of working in setting where insecurity is a major issue
• Awareness of gender and protection issues
• Proven communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Fluency in English, both oral and written
• Above average computer literacy

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of the political situation in Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia.
• Experience working with statistical software packages.

This position will require the job holder to regularly travel to Somalia/Kenya/Ethiopia field offices. Applicants should hold valid travel documents.

Deadline for Applications: 10th October 2011

Applications should be submitted to:

Norwegian Refugee Council,
P O Box 21211-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Email Address: recruitment_nb@som.nrc.no

Or

Norwegian Refugee Council, Dadaab Field Office
P O Box 05, Dadaab

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.

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Save the Children UK Jobs in kenya

Save the Children UK is a leading international child rights organization, fighting to improve the lives of children in the UK and 50 countries around the world. Together with children, we are helping to build a better world for present and future generations by making a reality of children’s rights.

Our programming activities in Kenya are in the North Eastern Province (Dadaab, Wajir and Mandera areas) and Eldoret in the areas of Child Protection, Nutrition, Education,Livelihoods and Health.

We are outraged that millions of children are still denied proper healthcare, food, education and protection and we are determined to change that.

Improving Resilience and Reducing Dependence (IRRD) Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

(1 position based in Nairobi with field travel. 6 month contract with possibility of extension if additional funding is secured.)

Responsible for ensuring systems are in place to monitor the quality and impact of IRRD activities as well as provide technical support to all consortium members and capacity build field-based IRRD M&E staff.

Requirements

A degree in Social Sciences with at least 5 years working experience preferably with pastoral populations. Experience of working in a Senior Monitoring & Evaluation capacity with an International NGO with excellent understanding of Monitoring & Evaluation Systems, Processes, Methodologies and Frameworks. Knowledge of Somali language a must.

Roving Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator

(1 position field based. 6 month contract with possibility of extension if additional funding is secured.)

Responsible for providing oversight and support to the (Improving Resilience and Reducing Dependence – IRRD) programme’s four county-based M & E Officers that are working with consortium members on the collection and verification of M & E data.

While ensuring the proper collection and management of data at field level are transparently and accountably reported back to participating communities and county authorities.

Requirement

A degree in Social Sciences with at least 3 years working experience in Monitoring & Evaluation Systems or Development Studies with proven experience in assessment methodologies (PRA/PLA, RRA) and data analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and report writing skills, experience in working with International NGO’s or UN agencies. Knowledge of Somali language a must.

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

(1 position field based. 6 months contract with possibility of extension if additional funding is secured.)

Responsible for field based Monitoring and Evaluation of programme implementation across programme areas to ensure proper progress toward identified program objectives.

Requirements

A degree in Social Sciences or equivalent with at least 2 years work experience in Monitoring & Evaluation Systems, experience in statistics, epidemiology, research methodology, data collection and analysis, data manipulation using Stata, SAS, EpiInfo or SPSS. Knowledge and understanding of surveying methodologies, analytical skills and Child Rights Programming particularly in project management.

Knowledge of Somali language a must.

Emergency Grants Coordinator

(1 position based in Nairobi with field travel. 6 months fixed term contract)

Responsible for assisting the Grants Manager in setting up and maintaining the efficient and consistent implementation of Save the Children UK’s grants management process.

Requirements

A degree in Accounting and/or Business Studies or equivalent, professional qualification in Accounting, at least CPA II section finalist. 3 years working experience in budget setting and grants management. Experience in working in a busy INGO environment.

Grants & Partnership Officer (1 position based in Nairobi with 50% travel to the field offices for consortium members. 6 months fixed term contract)

Responsible for assisting the Grants Manager in setting up and maintaining the efficient and consistent implementation of DFID grant. Ensuring both internal and donor reports are compiled and consortium members are up to date in reporting and compliance.

Requirements

A degree in Accounting and/or Business Studies or equivalent, professional qualification in Accounting, at least CPA II section finalist. 2 to 3 years working experience in budget setting and grants management. Experience in working in a busy INGO environment.

ICT Coordinator

(1 position based in Nairobi with 30% support to field offices. 1 year fixed term contract)

Responsible for managing and delivering an efficient and effective ICT services across all programmes and field sites as well as coordinate all ICT functions and provide adequate and timely support to all Save the Children staff working in the Kenya Programme.

Requirements

A degree in Computer Science or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years working experience of undertaking an ICT management role within an international NGO in difficult operating environments. Significant and demonstrable technical knowledge especially on server and networking administration, Voice and Data communication and End user support.

ICT Assistant

(2 positions field based. 1 year fixed term contract)

Responsible for providing daily technical ICT support to field office systems and equipments and users of ICT in the field offices.

Requirements

A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years working experience.

Significant and demonstrable technical knowledge on server and networking administration, Voice and Data communication and End user support.

Application process:

If you meet the above requirements, please send your cover letter indicating your expected salary and detailed CV with current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed to: Head of Human Resources & Administration, Save the Children UK, Kenya Programme: jobskenya@scuk.or.ke not later than 14th October, 2011.

Quote the job title on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Due to the urgency to fill these positions, short listing will be done as applications are received.

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

Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse.
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Project Field Coordinator Job in CPDA Nyeri Kenya

Christian Partners Development Agency (CPDA) is a non profit, non partisan, organization registered as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) under the NGO coordination act (1990) in 1993.

Our programmatic focus is in two categories; governance and democracy, and integrated food security for sustainable livelihoods. These programmes are currently implemented in Kenya.

Traidcraft fights poverty through trade. A Christian

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Jobs in CARE International Kenya : Project Wash Engineer and Livelihoods & Disaster Risk Reduction Officer (Garissa)

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result - oriented to fill the following positions.

Livelihoods and Disaster Risk Reduction Officer

Ref: LDRRO/09/2011

Based in Garissa

Reporting to the Country Project and Advocacy Manager, the position will lead in developing and facilitating community based climate change adaptation in rural communities targeted by the Country Project.

The incumbent will take the lead in facilitating participatory, gender-sensitive analysis of vulnerability at community level and collaborate with project partners and other Country Project Team members to synthesize, analyze and validate information.

She/he will also take a lead in supervising and engaging the local implementing partner organizations.

Project Wash Engineer

Ref: PWE/09/2011

Based in Moyale

Reporting to the Senior Engineer (TBC), the Project Wash Engineer shall be directly in charge of the technical activities especially the components dealing with water infrastructure and sanitation for the Emergency Drought Response in the North Eastern.

Though based in Moyale and under the DFID budget, the person will provide assistance to activities in other parts of the North Eastern.

The position covers activities targeting rural poor communities in arid and semi-arid zones whose water systems or infrastructure are in dire need of rehabilitation and addresses sanitation needs.

If you are interested in applying for the above positions, kindly check for the detailed job description in our website: www.care.or.ke

Applications

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

The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International In Kenya,
Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke.

So as to be received not later than 2nd October, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Warning to all applicants:

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
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Jobs in ActionAid Kenya Community Development Facilitators, Field Officers, Accountants,M&E Officers, Project Managers and Project Officers

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation.

ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact.

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally.

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas,

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Programme Administration Officer Job in Poverty Eradication Network (PEN) Kenya

Poverty Eradication Network (PEN) is a Kenyan NGO with a mission to contribute towards eradication of poverty through building institutional capacity of civil society organizations.

PEN believes that strong Community Based Organisations (CBOs) and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) are basic requirements for sustainable development with long term impact upon poverty in Kenya.

PEN operates by establishing partnership relationships with selected institutions and communities, with whom we conduct participatory assessments, produce an organizational development plan and undertake mutually agreed interventions; with the objective of assisting each institution to become more effective, efficient and sustainable.

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Community Development Expert, Economists, Sociologists, Statisticians and Agro-Economists Jobs in Syron Associates Kenya

Syron Associates is a firm that provides consultancy services to Governments, Nonprofit and profit organizations and learning institutions.

We are currently involved in a number of projects within African countries and are looking for professionals listed below to expand our database of human capital for considerations in current and future job openings.

1) Graduate Economist

Vacancy Notice: GE/021/11

Functional Title: Graduate Economist

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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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Gender Technical Officer (GTO) Job in LVCT Nairobi Kenya

Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment (LVCT) is an established Kenyan NGO that utilizes research to inform policy reform advocacy and strengthen HIV service delivery.

We optimize our impact on the HIV/AIDS response by building capacity of partners and pay special attention to vulnerable groups and populations with special needs.

LVCT’s focus is on the scale-up of quality-assured HIV counselling, testing and care services.

We have a vacancy for the following position:

Gender Technical Officer (GTO)

GTO/LVCT/2011

Location: Nairobi

Purpose of position:

To provide direction for the LVCT gender strategy, deliver on its execution ensuring quality and results. The GTO will undertake to systematically address integration of gender considerations in LVCT’s approaches and programmes and provide technical assistance to partners in gender integration, and leadership to policy engagement for strengthened gender integration.

The position holder will also be responsible for the implementation of the gender based violence programme and liaise closely with delivery of post rape care services.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee systematic implementation and development of a monitoring and reporting framework for the LVCT gender and GBV strategies
• Contribute to LVCTs institutional development strategy and build capacity for gender integration and monitoring across programmes and services
• Actively engage policy reforms and provide technical assistance to strengthen national guidance, implementation frameworks and capacities for gender integration in line with the Kenya National AIDS Strategic Plan III
• Document LVCTs lessons and best practices on gender integration in health services and for the GBV response
• Provide oversight for the implementation and evaluation of gender activities and GBV programmes with subpartners
• Ensure liaison and networking between LVCT, private sector, CSOs and government agencies to promote attention to gender and gender based violence issues

Qualifications

• Degree in social sciences
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Sound technical understanding of gender analysis, programming and evaluation
• Knowledge of the health care system and HIV, SRH and GBV policy and literature
• Demonstrated capacity for project implementation and team support
• Focus on results with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience in policy engagement and policy advocacy

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, salary history and expectations to:

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

Or email: recruitment@lvct.org

so as to arrive NOT later than 16th September 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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VSF Germany Field Monitors jobs in kenya - Community Development (2 Positions) Job in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya

Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit two qualified and well experienced Field Monitors (Specialized or with experience in community development) to support the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. These positions are Field based.

Key responsibilities:

• Organize the cash transfer programming (cash for work, destocking, unconditional cash transfer activities) in close collaboration with the implementing partners.
• In collaboration with the Project Manager and cooperating partners, undertake Post Distribution Monitoring as per the agreed schedule and provide input for the ensuing report.
• Co-ordinate and closely monitor the implementation of the Cash program in the community.
• Monitor and review all required and relevant records at the Community level, to ensure that they are accurately prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
• Assist the Community members by providing continuous and relevant guidance and technical support on activities including record keeping, expenditure patterns and commodity management.
• Follow up to ensure that the Field Officers are submitting the data forms accurately filled and promptly.
• Report to the Project Manager on relevant events regarding cash transfer activities.
• Collect all relevant data from the Field Officers as required.
• Prepare and submit weekly reports on the program activities in the Community.
• Participate in special surveys and evaluations carried out in relation to the program.
• Actively participate in designing and building capacities of the various community leadership groups.
• In collaboration with the implementing partners, ensure a gender responsive distribution system.
• Under the guidance of the Project manager, assist in conducting regular meetings with Community leaders and implementing partners on the relevant issues.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills required

• Diploma in Social work or Community Development or its equivalent.
• At least 2 years of community work experience.
• Past Veterinary work Experience is desirable.
• Past experience in the same position or in community work/mobilization preferably with a humanitarian or International NGO in area of Veterinary.
• Good Interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to understand and speak the local language.
• Previous field level experience desirable.
• A team player with good organizational skills.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below.

Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs. Local candidates with knowledge of local language are preferred for this position.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Regional AIDS Training Network Internship Career Opportunity

Intern - Knowledge and Information Management

1 Position

The Regional AIDS Training Network has an opportunity for a fresh graduate to undertake a six month internship programme at its Secretariat in Nairobi, Kenya.

The objectives of the internship programme are:

• To provide fresh graduates with important practical experience to complement their field of study and at the same time be of benefit to the Regional AIDS Training Network.
• To enable fresh graduates to better understand the operations of an international network organization.
• To expose the students to Capacity Building on HIV and AIDS in the East and Southern Africa region.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall management and administrative leadership of the Knowledge and Information Manager, the incumbent will perform the following functions:

• First line helpdesk support under the supervision of ICT Specialist
• Data entry: Under the supervision of ICT Specialist, update courses on the website and any other information under the HIT section of the website
• Updating mailing lists: both in-house and online mailing lists.
• Updating and storing KIM (Knowledge and Information Management) documents such as photos
• Safe keeping of hard copies of CDs, KIM resources etc
• Media monitoring for HIV-related stories.
• Help in data entry on workplace databases.
• Participate in setting up and implementation of workplace systems: E-Library, Online databases and directories etc.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates should meet the following:

• Have a diploma/degree in Information Science, Management Information Systems (MIS) Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or an equivalent combination in education and work experience.
• Be knowledgeable about the windows operating systems environments (Windows 2008, 2003 server, Windows 7, XP desktop operating systems etc.
• Sound working knowledge of Internet/Intranet technologies
• Sound working knowledge on database concepts.
• Microsoft certifications will be an added advantage.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization
• A positive attitude and superior work ethic

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Naivasha Community Mobilization Project Officer Job in Kenya

WWF - The Global Conservation Organization, Kenya Country Office (WWF - KCO), is seeking to recruit a Project Officer - Community Mobilization to be based in Naivasha.

Reporting to the Project Executant, the Project Officer will work on full time basis to ensure that the project outputs and activities in his / her area of assignment are carried out as laid down in the project documents and are articulated to meet the laid down project objectives.

The Incumbent will participate in strategic partnership-building at the project level.

Major duties include:

• Undertaking project implementation, partner identification and develop project lateral and vertical partnership, roles and capacity, and provide strategic analysis and engagement approaches for the partners to ensure active participation in delivering the project vision and goal;
• Harmonize partner interests and support joint activities amongst partners, including liaising with local communities, partners, local authorities and the government including relevant government agencies;
• Build effective conflict abetment and resolution intervention among the different project communities/partners to ensure harmonious involvement among all stakeholders;
• Work closely and strengthen viable local community structures for effective project implementation;

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VSO Jitolee Natural Resource Management , Fundraising, Health, Organization Development and Monitoring & Evaluation Professionals Job Vacancies

Be part of an organisation that is making a change in the lives of communities around the world

Share Yours Skills Overseas in the Fight Against Global Poverty

VSO Jitolee is a member of the VSO International Federation based in Nairobi, with a regional mandate to promote volunteerism and recruit skilled professionals from Kenya and Uganda.

The professionals serve as volunteers in VSQ programmes ¡n 44 countries in Africa, Asia, the Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean.

In addition, we contribute to Kenya’s national development through working with local partners in the areas of disability, secure livelihoods and health.

VSO Jitolee is currently looking for committed professionals with skills and expertise in:

Fundraising (FUND-01-KE)

Fundraisers, Resource Mobilisation, Specialists in Grant Management and Partnership Development.

Health (HIV and AIDS) (HIV-02-KE)

Nurse Trainers, Midwife Trainers, Hospital Information System Specialists, HIV and AIDS Programming, Policy Formulation and Advocacy, Gender and HIV and AIDS, Treatment and Care, HIV and AIDS Project Management and Biomedical Engineering.

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