Academic Research Company Online Research Jobs in Kenya

We are an Academic Research Company based in Nairobi Kenya, and currently in need of 20 experienced and highly competent writers:

Job Description

Writers will be required to

1. Write on different subjects and topic strictly adhering to client's instructions

2. Write original Content

3. Strictly adhere with referencing standards

4. Submit topnotch paper with set deadlines

5. Consistence is expected until the end of the stated contract upon which renewal will be done based on performance

Desired Skills and Qualifications
ACADEMIC Writers MUST hold a University Degree in one of the following areas: Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, Law, Art, Literature and Languages.TECHNICAL Writers MUST hold a University Degree in one of the following areas: Engineering, Nursing, Medicine, Aviation, Accounting, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Geography.Must have an excellent command of written EnglishMust be skilled in referencing in APA, MLA, Harvard, ChicagoMust be able to write original contents (Avoid Plagiarism)Must be computer literateMust be able to do research on the InternetMust be willing to adhere with the terms and conditions of the contractNote: You must have a reliable computer and internet connection; adaptive and and MUST understand what professional writing entails

Payment: The standard cost per page is Ksh 150

If you feel that you have the skills and experience stated above, and you are interested in joining our big and successful team of writers, kindly submit your application to reach us on or before 20th January 2014.

Email: writingjobs99domain@gmail.com

Online Communications Officer Careers

Position: Online Communications OfficerACORD (Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development) is a Pan African organisation working for social justice and development in Africa, through a combination of practical interventions on the ground, people-centred research and policy advocacy. ACORD has decentralised country offices in 17 African countries that work with communities on livelihoods and food sovereignty, HIV/AIDS and the right to health, peace building and women’s rights. ACORD also campaigns and engages in advocacy on these issues at Pan African and international level.

Job Summary

Communications and dissemination lie at the heart of ACORD activities and Improving External Communication is one of the 4 pillars of the 2011-2015 ACORD strategic plan: 

ACORD will foster a robust communication strategy for ACORD’s impact and added value underpinning its advocacy work and supporting fundraising.

ACORD relies heavily on its website – www.acordinternational.org – and social media pages to help the organisation achieve its mission with 3 main objectives for our online communication: e-campaigning, e-fundraising and e-resource for civil society and development practitioners; and the Online Communications Officer will be responsible for optimising all web pages and web tools for ACORD website (English and French sites) and other websites run by the organisation (e.g. www.askafricanow.org).

ACORD works with the media to disseminate information and contribute to changing attitudes and policies towards achieving social justice. 

The Online Communications Officer is co-responsible – with the Communication and Media Officer, for ensuring successful strategic online media partnerships and for increasing visibility in the online media at national and Pan African levels.

The position is designed for an experienced and self-motivated person with a background in online communication and marketing for international development organisations, and experience of working with a corporate brand. 

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Coordinator, the Online Communication Officer will be:
 
- responsible for managing all aspects of ACORD’s digital strategy, including producing cross-channel content and managing online engagement and action.

Specifically:

1. Digital strategy and planning
Execute and enhance ACORD’s digital strategy
Develop and execute strategies for building an engaged online community
Develop and execute strategies for driving online and offline actions to advance ACORD’s advocacy work in peace-building, women’s rights, health and food security
Work with the rest of the Communications team to increase giving through our websites and social networking sites
Ensure consistency of brand application on all our web pages
Track all relevant metrics and statistics to continuously improve our online communication impact

2. Up-to-date and relevant content on ACORD online communication channels
Manage all Internet-based and multimedia communications for the organization, including the website, www.acordinternational.org (English/French/Portuguese), constituent emails, social media, online fundraising, advocacy and web videos
Manage several microsites and partner websites, including www.askafricanow.org, and others
Manage and generate content for the organization’s website, blog and social networking sites (Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Vimeo, YouTube…)
Update and manage ACORD’s web-based contact database (CiviCRM)
Oversee the organisation’s online video needs, with the support of the Graphic Design and Video Editing Officer

3. Support team work and organisational learning in online communication
Offer training to ACORD staff – in particular country staff – to support the use of social media across the organisation and the optimisation of our website
Liaise with country and Pan Africa teams to update and enhance the country and thematic profile pages
Work closely with colleagues, in particular the other members of the Communications Team on optimising ACORD’s digital communication work
Manage and oversee the work of interns and volunteers as required
Contribute to a culture of information sharing and organisational learning in partnership development and communication

4. Any other emerging task
Support the development of new communications instruments
Any emerging tasks within the Funding and Partnership Unit

Required qualifications, knowledge and skills
Masters degree in Development Communication, Marketing, Journalism or similar field
At least 5 years experience managing online content and digital strategy for a nonprofit, or other relevant experience
Familiarity with social media platforms and other digital tools and a passion for using these tools to drive action and engagement
Knowledge of African online media houses and preferably strong networks among African and international online senior editors
Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills
Fully conversant with ICT and Microsoft or Mac applications and experience using content management software
Familiarity with Photoshop and other graphic design software
Ability to grasp Africa development issues and translate those issues into persuasive and accessible language
Familiarity and passion for social justice
Excellent inter-personal skills, and ability to work as a team member with colleagues of different nationalities/cultural backgrounds
Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Preferred, but not required:
Spoken/written French
Experience with HTML/CSS/Javascript
Experience with CiviCRM or other CRM software
Video production experience

Remuneration:
A competitive national package

Location: 
ACORD Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya. Some travelling within Africa and internationally.

Application details:
To apply, please complete an application form and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.
Closing Date: 30th June 2013

Consultancy to Develop Content for College of Ophthalmology of Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (COECSA) Online CPD System

Consultancy to Develop Content for College of Ophthalmology of Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (COECSA) Online CPD System

Short-Term Consultancy to Develop Content for COECSA Online CPD System

1. The Assignment

One of the key COECSA’s programme activities is to provide Continuous Medical Education to its members who are spread across the entire Eastern, Central, and Southern Africa region.This involves sharing new ideas and relevant information on emerging trends and innovations in the medical field in order to help the members remain keep in tune with the highly dynamic world of medical technology.
Traditionally, most of the Continuing Medical Education sessions (CMEs) have been delivered through face-to-face 2-hour lectures by facilitators selected from the members or by guest speakers. This, however, has its own challenges because of the distribution of the members across a wide geographical area. As the name suggests, the members are principally Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) from across Eastern Africa.
To overcome these challenges, COECSA has developed an online CPD delivery system to augment the current initiatives on Continuous Medical Education (CME) for the members. COECSA is now looking to engage a consultant(s) to work with the CPD facilitators to develop relevant CPD content, which will be published on the E-learning system and disseminated to all members across the region.
The main objective of this assignment is to develop relevant CPD e-content and disseminate it to all COECSA members. The e-content will be developed as part of the an on-going exercise in collaboration with the CPD facilitators, the COECSA Education and Scientific committee in charge of CPDs and other relevant staff rather than as a stand-alone component, to ensure both core and non-technical competencies are supported and reinforced throughout the program.

1.3. Indicative tasks/ methodology

Working closely with the COECSA Education and Scientific committee, the Secretariat and the selected CPD facilitators, the Consultant(s) will perform the following tasks: Capture information and knowledge shared during the face-to-face CMEs in various formats PowerPoint presentations, PDF/word documents, audio and video formats;Structure this knowledge into focused, directed E-learning/M-learning programs;Incorporate third party content from the CME facilitators to enrich the e-contentPublish the e-content for dissemination to all members and manage the utilization of that knowledge;Pre and post content delivery assessment.Relevant online CPD content developed and published on the COECSA E-Learning/ M-learning system, regularly, on a monthly basis.

1.5 Role of COECSA 

Prepare an agreement with the Consultant(s);Honor its financial obligations to the Consultant(s) in accordance with the agreement;Inform and prepare all stakeholders and staff that will be expected to participate in the exercise;Provide any relevant background documents or reference materials at its disposal to assist in the successful execution of the assignmentThe Consultant(s) will report directly to the COECSA Programme Manager.The Consultant(s) will be expected to respond in a timely manner, to all queries directed at him/her for purposes of ensuring effective communication and documentation within the provisions of the agreement. Conversely, the Programme Manager will respond in a timely manner to all queries directed at him in pursuit of the objectives under the agreement.

3. Time Frame

The total period for the assignment will be six (6) calendar months. Within this time, the Consultant(s) will be expected to develop and publish content on the e-learning systems, at least once a month, conduct an online assessment on the uptake of content for each month and draft a report with recommendations on how to improve the online CPD delivery.

4. Fee

The Consultant(s) will be paid a monthly consultancy fee to be agreed on for the six months that will be spent carrying out this task. This is exclusive of any direct logistical costs that may be incurred by the Consultant(s) when conducting this assignment.

5. Competencies

The Consultant(s) should posses the following characteristics:Ability to produce learning materials in portable media e.g. CD and DVD; Ability to use electronic learning management system; Has a deep understanding of e-Content Development;Proven ability to demonstrate innovative thinking and stimulate an environment that fosters innovation and openness to change; Ability and willingness to consult with the CPD facilitators either face-to-face of remotely via Skype/phone/emails; Ability to contribute to and comfortably provide consultancy expertise in a multidisciplinary setting; Ability to work and deliver independently under strict timelines; Excellent planning and facilitation skills; Ability to research, analyze and present complex information; Strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills; and, Excellent written and spoken English skills and sound report writing skills.The process will be led by an independent Consultant(s) with the following qualifications:Advanced educational background in e-content development  and/or any other related field; Experience in development, assessment and evaluation of an E-learning system;Experience with experiential learning, action learning, work integrated curricula; An understanding of the issues surrounding ophthalmic Continuing Medical Education in developing and transitional countries will be an added advantage.7. Application

Interested consultants should send a proposal including an indicative budget to information@coecsa.org. 

Deadline: Friday 22nd June, 2013

Ringier Customer Service, Online Content Editor & Social Marketing Job in Kenya

Job Description: Customer Service, Online Content Editor & Social Marketing

Department title: Ringier Customer Service    

Reports to: Customer Service Lead
 

Work location: Nairobi

Job Details 

Online editing of platformsPerform updates and ensure engagement on all social media platformsIncrease and maintain social media reach on all platformsRepresent the voice of Rupu, Rupushops, Ruputravel and Pigiame on respective social media platformsInteract, respond to and follow up on all queries, comments and issues on all social media platformsEnsure the daily tracking of all sales on Rupu Ensure tracking of all Rupu stock Create customer coupons for all purchases made on RupushopsEnsure the collection and delivery of purchases made on RupushopsEnsure all enquiries made via phone, email and social media are responded to within 1 hour and resolved within 24 hours Take over any duties assignedKey Responsibilities& Result Areas    Polite, honest, fun and engaging communication with customers and on all platformsEnsure 50% of all enquiries are responded to within 1 hour (during working hours) and resolved within 24 hoursEnsure social media growth by 15% each quarterWorking Relationships (Internally & Externally)Coordinate deal content and approval with sales representativeForward social media info/trends/feedback to rest of teamDegree in Marketing, Communications or IT Excellent verbal and written communication skillsTeam playerStrong attention to detailPrevious internet work experience Social media affinity, good understandingExperience with social media toolsPersonal and Managerial AttributesSmart, creative and innovativeEye for design and advertising communicationHonest, strong work ethics and integritySelf-disciplined, able to work within deadlines Well-organized; can multi-taskExcellent time-management skillsIn order to be considered for an interview, email your application to recruit@ringier.co.ke by 21st June 2013.

ACORD Online Communications Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

ACORD (Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development) is a Pan African organisation working for social justice and development in Africa, through a combination of practical interventions on the ground, people-centred research and policy advocacy. ACORD has decentralised country offices in 17 African countries that work with communities on livelihoods and food sovereignty, HIV/AIDS and the right to health, peace building and women's rights. ACORD also campaigns and engages in advocacy on these issues at Pan African and international level.
Job Summary

Communications and dissemination lie at the heart of ACORD activities and Improving External Communication is one of the 4 pillars of the 2011-2015 ACORD strategic plan: ACORD will foster a robust communication strategy for ACORD's impact and added value underpinning its advocacy work and supporting fundraising.

ACORD relies heavily on its website - www.acordinternational.org - and social media pages to help the organisation achieve its mission with 3 main objectives for our online communication: e-campaigning, e-fundraising and e-resource for civil society and development practitioners; and the Online Communications Officer will be responsible for optimising all web pages and web tools for ACORD website (English and French sites) and other websites run by the organisation (e.g. www.askafricanow.org).

ACORD works with the media to disseminate information and contribute to changing attitudes and policies towards achieving social justice. 

The Online Communications Officer is co-responsible - with the Communication and Media Officer, for ensuring successful strategic online media partnerships and for increasing visibility in the online media at national and Pan African levels.

The position is designed for an experienced and self-motivated person with a background in online communication and marketing for international development organisations, and experience of working with a corporate brand. 

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Coordinator, the Online Communication Officer will be:
- responsible for managing all aspects of ACORD's digital strategy, including producing cross-channel content and managing online engagement and action.

Specifically:

1. Digital strategy and planning

Execute and enhance ACORD's digital strategyDevelop and execute strategies for building an engaged online communityDevelop and execute strategies for driving online and offline actions to advance ACORD's advocacy work in peace-building, women's rights, health and food securityWork with the rest of the Communications team to increase giving through our websites and social networking sitesEnsure consistency of brand application on all our web pagesTrack all relevant metrics and statistics to continuously improve our online communication impact2. Up-to-date and relevant content on ACORD online communication channelsManage all Internet-based and multimedia communications for the organization, including the website, www.acordinternational.org (English/French/Portuguese), constituent emails, social media, online fundraising, advocacy and web videosManage several microsites and partner websites, including www.askafricanow.org, and othersManage and generate content for the organization's website, blog and social networking sites (Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Vimeo, YouTube...)Update and manage ACORD's web-based contact database (CiviCRM)Oversee the organisation's online video needs, with the support of the Graphic Design and Video Editing Officer3. Support team work and organisational learning in online communicationOffer training to ACORD staff - in particular country staff - to support the use of social media across the organisation and the optimisation of our websiteLiaise with country and Pan Africa teams to update and enhance the country and thematic profile pagesWork closely with colleagues, in particular the other members of the Communications Team on optimising ACORD's digital communication workManage and oversee the work of interns and volunteers as requiredContribute to a culture of information sharing and organisational learning in partnership development and communicationSupport the development of new communications instrumentsAny emerging tasks within the Funding and Partnership UnitRequired qualifications, knowledge and skillsMasters degree in Development Communication, Marketing, Journalism or similar fieldAt least 5 years experience managing online content and digital strategy for a nonprofit, or other relevant experience Familiarity with social media platforms and other digital tools and a passion for using these tools to drive action and engagementKnowledge of African online media houses and preferably strong networks among African and international online senior editorsExcellent writing, editing and storytelling skills Fully conversant with ICT and Microsoft or Mac applications and experience using content management softwareFamiliarity with Photoshop and other graphic design softwareAbility to grasp Africa development issues and translate those issues into persuasive and accessible language Familiarity and passion for social justiceExcellent inter-personal skills, and ability to work as a team member with colleagues of different nationalities/cultural backgroundsAbility to work under pressure to meet tight deadlinesSpoken/written FrenchExperience with HTML/CSS/JavascriptExperience with CiviCRM or other CRM softwareVideo production experienceRemuneration: A competitive national package

Location: ACORD Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya. Some travelling within Africa and internationally.

Application details:

To apply, please complete an application form and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box. 

Ebits Online Ltd Part-time Graphics Designer Job in Kenya

Ebits Online Ltd (www.ebitsonline.com), is looking for a freelance/part-time graphic designer. What we require is a relevant higher diploma or degree in Graphic Design and lots of creativity. Crucially, we are looking for someone who works well in a team and someone who wants to take an active interest in the branding of the business.

The successful candidate will need to hit the ground running in a busy environment where things move fast and change often; and of course must have a demonstrable track record in digital design!. 

You must have the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines, and to manage more than one project whilst still ensuring optimum quality of work. You will have the opportunity to work across various brands on numerous projects alongside a talented team.

Please send a CV and a brief letter explaining why you would like to work with us and a portfolio that demonstrates your creative flair and skills to vacancy@ebitsonline.com.