A leading Sacco offering financial services and solutions to its members with roots in Nairobi and Mombasa seeks to recruit young and energetic individuals who have passion and flair for sales, self-driven and result oriented to form a strong marketing team.
Responsibilities
Recruiting new members in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret and their environs.Giving customised services to the existing members.Reporting to the Business Development Manager.Applicants must possess a diploma in sales and marketing, Business Administration or an equivalent professional qualification from a recognized institutionMust be 23years and aboveMust be computer literatePast experience in marketing will be an added advantage.Terms of Service: Employment will be on a six months renewable contract with a retainer, transport allowances and commission.
All applications should be done online via marketingsacco@gmail.com on or before 5/01/2014 All applicants should indicate region of preference. (Include certificates as attachments)
DN A/1613
P.O. Box 49010-00100,
GPO Nairobi.
Only Successful candidates will be contacted.
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Monday, December 30, 2013
Friday, July 5, 2013
SNV Junior Professionals Programme Career Opportunities in Kenya
SNV Junior Professionals Programme
SNV is now looking for high potential and motivated candidates who are ready for a professional career as a development practitioner. The SNV Junior Professionals Programme (JPP) provides the right foundation for a challenging and rewarding career in an international development environment.
The programme aims to grow a Junior Professional into a competent development practitioner with a solid grounding in one of SNV’s sectors: Agriculture, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) or Renewable Energy. You are offered a 2-year fixed-term appointment in one of the countries where SNV works.
During this period, you will gain practical ‘feet-in-the-mud’ experience while you work and learn alongside a well-qualified SNV senior advisor in one of our sector programmes. You will be exposed to SNV’s approaches and encouraged to engage with the latest developments in the sectors.
Am I eligible for the Junior Professionals Programme?Do you have an advanced degree in Agriculture, WASH or Renewable Energy?Do you have less than 3 years of relevant work experience?Do you possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills? Are you self-driven and hard working? Are you committed and passionate about the international development sector? Are you culturally sensitive?Do you have an excellent command of English and ideally, French in addition?What are the salary and benefits?
SNV offers a compensation and benefits package that is internationally competitive and comparable with other non-profit organisations. You will be recruited by SNV Head Office for a fixed term of two years. Upon successful completion of the programme, you may pursue available career opportunities within SNV or other development organisation.SNV is now accepting applications for 2013 until 22 July 2013. If you are interested, visit our website (www.snvworld.org/snv-jpp) for more information and directions on how to apply.
What is the selection procedure?
The JP Programme will select a limited number of international, highly qualified and motivated juniors from both the Netherlands and the countries where SNV works. Shortlisted applicants will go through a thorough selection procedure in which we will seek to establish learning and growth potential to become a high performing development practitioner. Newly appointed Junior Professionals will be expected to be on board by latest October 2013. For further information, please e-mail us at snvjpp@snvworld.org
What is a Junior Professional?
SNV is now looking for high potential and motivated candidates who are ready for a professional career as a development practitioner. The SNV Junior Professionals Programme (JPP) provides the right foundation for a challenging and rewarding career in an international development environment.
The programme aims to grow a Junior Professional into a competent development practitioner with a solid grounding in one of SNV’s sectors: Agriculture, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) or Renewable Energy. You are offered a 2-year fixed-term appointment in one of the countries where SNV works.
During this period, you will gain practical ‘feet-in-the-mud’ experience while you work and learn alongside a well-qualified SNV senior advisor in one of our sector programmes. You will be exposed to SNV’s approaches and encouraged to engage with the latest developments in the sectors.
Am I eligible for the Junior Professionals Programme?Do you have an advanced degree in Agriculture, WASH or Renewable Energy?Do you have less than 3 years of relevant work experience?Do you possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills? Are you self-driven and hard working? Are you committed and passionate about the international development sector? Are you culturally sensitive?Do you have an excellent command of English and ideally, French in addition?What are the salary and benefits?
SNV offers a compensation and benefits package that is internationally competitive and comparable with other non-profit organisations. You will be recruited by SNV Head Office for a fixed term of two years. Upon successful completion of the programme, you may pursue available career opportunities within SNV or other development organisation.SNV is now accepting applications for 2013 until 22 July 2013. If you are interested, visit our website (www.snvworld.org/snv-jpp) for more information and directions on how to apply.
What is the selection procedure?
The JP Programme will select a limited number of international, highly qualified and motivated juniors from both the Netherlands and the countries where SNV works. Shortlisted applicants will go through a thorough selection procedure in which we will seek to establish learning and growth potential to become a high performing development practitioner. Newly appointed Junior Professionals will be expected to be on board by latest October 2013. For further information, please e-mail us at snvjpp@snvworld.org
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Nairobi Women’s Hospital Career Opportunities in Kenya
The Nairobi Women’s Hospital is fast expanding and is looking for top talent to join the team and advance our vision of delivering healthcare of women in Africa.
Applications are invited for the following positions to be based in Nairobi and/or Mombasa:
General Manager - Hospital Branch/Unit
Reporting to the Executive Director- Hospitals, this position will develop and implement business, sales and marketing strategies and plans that will deliver and sustain the branch’s growth and profitability objectives.
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors’ Degree from a recognised learning institution. An MBA and a Diploma/Post Graduate qualification in Health Care Management will be an added advantage.In addition, he/she should have Membership of a professional body. The position requires active knowledge and experience in Business, Financial and People management, Information Systems and at least 4 years senior management experience in a busy environment.Reporting to the General Manager – Unit/Branch, the job holder will be responsible for managing and maintaining high quality of nursing care.
Applicants must be in possession of a BSN Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University. A Masters Degree in Nursing or Health Systems will be an added advantage. In addition, he/she should have valid registration license with the Nursing Council of Kenya. The position requires at least 6 years of active working experience in a management level position in a busy hospital environment
Reporting to the General Manager - Unit, the job holder will be responsible for planning, organizing and coordination of all medical activities.
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.The position requires active knowledge and experience in Standards and People management, active application of Information systems with at least 3 years of working experience in a busy hospital environment.
Reporting to the Medical Officer In-charge the job holder will be responsible for providing quality healthcare services to the hospital clientele in line with the business objectives
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University. Candidates must have completed internship in Kenya and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board. The position requires active knowledge and experience in Standards and Patient management and active application of Information Systems.
Medical Officer – Critical Care Unit
Reporting to the Medical Officer In-charge, the job holder will be responsible for providing efficient and professional medical care for patients in need of emergency and critical care.
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University, be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board and have Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Certification in Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) and Advanced Trauma Life Support will be an added advantage. He/she should have 3 years clinical practice, of which 1 year should be in Critical Care.
Human Resource Manager – Learning & Talent
Reporting to the General Manager – Human Resource & Services, this position provides advice on HR and business process issues and implements human resource strategies and procedures, including managing the implementation of learning and talent initiatives through optimized utilization of HR tools and systems across the organization.
Applicants must be in possession of a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, and a Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution. A Master’s degree is an added advantage, and with at least 3 years relevant working experience.
The following general responsibilities will apply for all jobs outlined above:Preparing, controlling and reporting the related section budgetary allocationLeading and managing the direct and general administration of the related sectionDeveloping, training, motivating and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performanceIdentifying, implementing and benchmarking best practices in managementThe Following Key Competencies will apply for all jobs outlined above: Business acumen, customer service, drive for results, analytical skills with attention to details, team leadership with demonstrated interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism and ethics.
Interested candidates are invited to send their application and CV on or Before Friday 12th July, 2013 to:
Business Partner Consulting (BPC Africa, www.bpc.co.ke)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke or to P.O. Box 17352 00100, Nairobi
Applications are invited for the following positions to be based in Nairobi and/or Mombasa:
General Manager - Hospital Branch/Unit
Reporting to the Executive Director- Hospitals, this position will develop and implement business, sales and marketing strategies and plans that will deliver and sustain the branch’s growth and profitability objectives.
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors’ Degree from a recognised learning institution. An MBA and a Diploma/Post Graduate qualification in Health Care Management will be an added advantage.In addition, he/she should have Membership of a professional body. The position requires active knowledge and experience in Business, Financial and People management, Information Systems and at least 4 years senior management experience in a busy environment.Reporting to the General Manager – Unit/Branch, the job holder will be responsible for managing and maintaining high quality of nursing care.
Applicants must be in possession of a BSN Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University. A Masters Degree in Nursing or Health Systems will be an added advantage. In addition, he/she should have valid registration license with the Nursing Council of Kenya. The position requires at least 6 years of active working experience in a management level position in a busy hospital environment
Reporting to the General Manager - Unit, the job holder will be responsible for planning, organizing and coordination of all medical activities.
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.The position requires active knowledge and experience in Standards and People management, active application of Information systems with at least 3 years of working experience in a busy hospital environment.
Reporting to the Medical Officer In-charge the job holder will be responsible for providing quality healthcare services to the hospital clientele in line with the business objectives
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University. Candidates must have completed internship in Kenya and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board. The position requires active knowledge and experience in Standards and Patient management and active application of Information Systems.
Medical Officer – Critical Care Unit
Reporting to the Medical Officer In-charge, the job holder will be responsible for providing efficient and professional medical care for patients in need of emergency and critical care.
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University, be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board and have Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Certification in Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) and Advanced Trauma Life Support will be an added advantage. He/she should have 3 years clinical practice, of which 1 year should be in Critical Care.
Human Resource Manager – Learning & Talent
Reporting to the General Manager – Human Resource & Services, this position provides advice on HR and business process issues and implements human resource strategies and procedures, including managing the implementation of learning and talent initiatives through optimized utilization of HR tools and systems across the organization.
Applicants must be in possession of a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, and a Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution. A Master’s degree is an added advantage, and with at least 3 years relevant working experience.
The following general responsibilities will apply for all jobs outlined above:Preparing, controlling and reporting the related section budgetary allocationLeading and managing the direct and general administration of the related sectionDeveloping, training, motivating and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performanceIdentifying, implementing and benchmarking best practices in managementThe Following Key Competencies will apply for all jobs outlined above: Business acumen, customer service, drive for results, analytical skills with attention to details, team leadership with demonstrated interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism and ethics.
Interested candidates are invited to send their application and CV on or Before Friday 12th July, 2013 to:
Business Partner Consulting (BPC Africa, www.bpc.co.ke)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke or to P.O. Box 17352 00100, Nairobi
Monday, July 1, 2013
Security Group Africa Technicians Career Opportunities
Technicians 
The successful candidates will have the responsibility of undertaking installation and maintenance tasks as assigned.
Key Responsibilities
Installation of security alarms, CCTV, Access control, electric fencing and fire alarms.Instruct and train clients on how to operate installed systems. Maintain good customer relations during and after installations. Minimum K.C.S.E C plain or equivalent. Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering from a recognised National Training Institution.Good oral and written communication skills.At least two years relevant experience.Must be computer literate.Must be a person of a high level of integrityThose who meet the above requirements should apply to Email: info@securitygroupke.com Indicating mobile phone contact. The application to reach on or before 5th July 2013.
Security Group Africa Radio Room Controllers Career Opportunities in Kenya
The successful candidates will have the task of ensuring all alarm activations received in the control room are attended to by the response vehicles in an efficient manner.
Key Responsibilities
Control of vehicle movements and logging of occurrences in the occurrence book. Handling and responding all communication in the control room. Registering of all clients complaints in relevant registers. Minimum K.C.S.E C plain or equivalent. Good oral and written communication skills.At least five years experience in the security industry with a minimum of three years in a busy control room.Must be computer literate.Must have good decision making skills and be a person of a high level of integrityMust know the ICAO phonetic alphabet and understand radio protocols. Must be able to read a map and understand coordinate systems.Must be a person of high level of integrity.Those who meet the above requirements should apply to Email: info@securitygroupke.comIndicating mobile phone contact.The application to reach on or before 5th July 2013.
Friday, June 21, 2013
[YP_Ke] Opportunities and the future of ICT in Kenya - With Michael Macharia
A qualified Chartered Accountant & true entrepreneur founded Seven Seas Technology Group at the age of 25 and has steered the Group as founder and CEO to what it is today through innovation, vision, commitment and passion.
Under his leadership, the company continues to expand into Ethiopia,Zambia,Zimbabwe, Ghana & Nigeria and projects in Uganda & Rwanda. With additional Joint Ventures & Investments in tech companies in Portugal The company's customer portfolio includes industry leaders in Telecoms, Banking and Government Institutions. SST Group currently boasts a workforce of over 140+ permanent, highly skilled, multi-cultural employees. His vision and passion attracted prominent Venture Capital partners.The Company has Group turnover exceeding 2 Kshs Billion/$33M. Michael is currently executing on his long held plans to transform the company to a Pan-African systems integrator giant, besides mulling various options of unlocking shareholder value.
Michael, who is passionate about technology and ways that technology can be used to transform Africa in the way we live, work, play & govern, has overseen the company's expansion to several countries in Africa. Through his organization, Michael has been able to give back to the community through the sponsorship of the Knowledge for Life Initiative, which is a program focused on enabling students understand and get career direction. This initiative then moves to assist the students later to secure jobs and start entrepreneurial careers. K4life mobilizes the SST staff to mentor young students who may not have a supportive environment or family. Today K4Life is evolving to K4LIFE Foundation, focused on being a talent accelerator
He is a member of YPO (Young Presidents Organization, Kenya Chapter) and has attended numerous management development courses all over the world for Entrepreneurship, Human Resource development and Operations Excellence. He is also an alumnus of Strathmore University/IESE Business School – Barcelona, Spain for Advanced Management (2009).
Michael is also an art & architecture enthusiast, and has medium-term plans of building an African venture capital that will be involved in technology start-up companies that will redefine the African technology market through convergence of relevant technology and society. Michael also serves as the Founding Curator for the Kenya Chapter of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Global Shapers Community .
Michael is married to Consolata Macharia and they have a baby son Leo.
Register for the ICT Forum here . The Annual Sports Day is 3 weeks to go. It will be at Utalli Sports Ground and latter a dinner at Tin Tin Restaurant. Find details and registration form here
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Aon Kenya Insurance Job Opportunities 2013
Aon Kenya Insurance Brokers Ltd is a market leader ¡n insurance broking, Risk Management and Human Capital Consulting.
The firm is going through a period of solid growth and need to fill the following vacancies.
Position: General Manager, Claims Department .
(GM/CD/06/2013)
Responsibilities:
Managing claims department to include, claims processes management, personally handle malor claims, staff performance management, and prepare claims department annual business plan.
Job requirements:
A bachelor degree in a relevant field, CII finalist with 10 years hands on experience of which 5 must be at senior management in a busy underwriting and claims departments of an insurance or insurance intermediary firm.
Those with healthcare related claims management experience will have a definite advantage.
Position: Assistant Manager, Claims Department
(AM/CD/06/2013)
Responsible:
Work with insurance brokers to ensure speedy and efficient claims settlement.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree, with at least 4 CII credits or equivalent coupled with not less than 5 years hands on experience gained in a busy insurance underwriting and claims departments.
If you meet the above requirements, please email your application and resume to aon_rec@aon.co.ke on or before noon 4th July 2013 quoting the job title and reference as the subject.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Faulu Kenya Career Opportunities
Position: Job Ref: HR 009/05/2013
Title: Banking Operations Supervisor. Faulu Kenya Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited is a dynamic Christian organization within the micro-finance sector.Faulu was the first Micro Finance Institution in Kenya to be licensed by the Central Bank as a deposit taking institution.In line with the growing business needs we are seeking highly competent, focused and results oriented professional to fill the following position.Working closely with the Branch Manager, the job holder will be responsible for day-to-day operations and administration of branch operations and service delivery, ensuring strict compliance with internal policies and procedures and also ensuring high levels of customer service within the banking hall in line with the customer service standards and guidelines as communicated from time to time
Duties and Responsibilities
Act as primary custodian of internal controls with responsibility for compliance to the internal controls at the branch
Responsible to ensure that customer service standards and guidelines as communicated from Head Office are embedded in the branch – Plan, organize, monitor and control the day-to-day services offered by tellers and the customer service staff to ensure that timely delivery of the services to enhance customer satisfaction
Supervise the performance of tellers and branch customer service staff to ensure optimum productivity and high quality customer service in order to provide a range of general banking services to customers so as to achieve the goals of the branch
Review and authorize internal entries and customer transactions requiring Supervisor over-ride per delegated authority and in line with laid down policy and procedures.
Prompt resolution of issues raised through internal audit team or quality assurance teams
Work with the Branch Manager and ensure that overdrawn accounts (where any) are regularized within shortest possible time
As a member of Branch credit committee (BCC), ensure that the credit policies and procedures are adhered to when discharging BCC responsibilities
Ensure that the Anti-Money Laundering/KYC requirements are strictly adhered to by all branch staff at all times
Contribute to branch cost management (to ensure acceptable cost to income ratio)
Ensure dormant accounts are reviewed daily and, work with the Branch Manager and other branch staff to ensure appropriate follow ups
Responsible for cash and security documents as a joint custodian of the vault ensuring that the optimum cash balance is maintained at all times and Cash-In-Transit costs are minimized.
Responsibility to ensure that branch risk management reports are reviewed per stipulated frequencies/timelines
Work with the Branch Manager to develop, train branch staff on internal controls and customer service and also motivate all direct reports
Title: Banking Operations Supervisor. Faulu Kenya Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited is a dynamic Christian organization within the micro-finance sector.Faulu was the first Micro Finance Institution in Kenya to be licensed by the Central Bank as a deposit taking institution.In line with the growing business needs we are seeking highly competent, focused and results oriented professional to fill the following position.Working closely with the Branch Manager, the job holder will be responsible for day-to-day operations and administration of branch operations and service delivery, ensuring strict compliance with internal policies and procedures and also ensuring high levels of customer service within the banking hall in line with the customer service standards and guidelines as communicated from time to time
Duties and Responsibilities
Act as primary custodian of internal controls with responsibility for compliance to the internal controls at the branch
Responsible to ensure that customer service standards and guidelines as communicated from Head Office are embedded in the branch – Plan, organize, monitor and control the day-to-day services offered by tellers and the customer service staff to ensure that timely delivery of the services to enhance customer satisfaction
Supervise the performance of tellers and branch customer service staff to ensure optimum productivity and high quality customer service in order to provide a range of general banking services to customers so as to achieve the goals of the branch
Review and authorize internal entries and customer transactions requiring Supervisor over-ride per delegated authority and in line with laid down policy and procedures.
Prompt resolution of issues raised through internal audit team or quality assurance teams
Work with the Branch Manager and ensure that overdrawn accounts (where any) are regularized within shortest possible time
As a member of Branch credit committee (BCC), ensure that the credit policies and procedures are adhered to when discharging BCC responsibilities
Ensure that the Anti-Money Laundering/KYC requirements are strictly adhered to by all branch staff at all times
Contribute to branch cost management (to ensure acceptable cost to income ratio)
Ensure dormant accounts are reviewed daily and, work with the Branch Manager and other branch staff to ensure appropriate follow ups
Responsible for cash and security documents as a joint custodian of the vault ensuring that the optimum cash balance is maintained at all times and Cash-In-Transit costs are minimized.
Responsibility to ensure that branch risk management reports are reviewed per stipulated frequencies/timelines
Work with the Branch Manager to develop, train branch staff on internal controls and customer service and also motivate all direct reports
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Bachelor degree in a business related field
A thorough understanding branch operations procedures especially transaction processing procedures
Minimum 2 years relevant experience as a Teller and Customer Advisor.
Good performance track record
Attention to detail and ability to identify unusual activities
Ability to prioritize
Speed and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure.
Computer Literate and especially familiarity with relevant T 24 modules.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively.
A team player
Willing to learn, a fast learner preferred
Good judgment skills.
Ability to work independently.
Strong Christian values, commitment and passion for the transformation of the low income population are key requirements for this positions.
If you meet the specified criteria, send your application letter and updated CV (including 3 referees, one of whom must be a spiritual leader) to the undersigned through the e-mail address below:
Head of Human Resources
Faulu Kenya Limited
P.O Box 60240 – 00200
Nairobi
Email: excitingcareers@faulukenya.com
Applications to reach us on or before 17th July, 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Oxfam GB Job Opportunities In Kenya
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Base: Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia/Somaliland
Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 year)
Level: C1
Salary Range: Kshs. 272,382 – 381,335 per month gross
Background
Oxfam GB has been assisting the population of Somalia since the 1960s with interventions focusing mainly on livelihood and public health sectors, including water and sanitation interventions. Activities have encompassed both development and emergency projects.
The southern Somalia response began in 2005- 2006 with the delivery of a humanitarian programme integrating water, sanitation, public health promotion, food security and livelihoods interventions in Lower Shabelle, Benadir/Mogadishu, Lower Juba, Middle Juba and Gedo regions.
Since July 2011, Oxfam GB scaled up its activities including cash relief assistance to more than 198,000 people.
The role
The EFSL Coordinator will ensure quality and impact of EFSL work in Somalia and ensure effective programme design and delivery through assessments, proposal developments, facilitation of technical support and capacity building to implementing partners, provision of sound country and regional analysis, supporting inter-cluster linkages particularly to public health as well as policy influence.
The person will also work closely with Oxfam Novib staff involved in EFS & VL to facilitate good relations and effective programming under OI umbrella as well as liaise with the MEAL coordinator and Policy and Advocacy Advisor by providing information and messaging on food security and livelihoods issues.
What we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will have a university degree (in Rural Development, Livelihoods, Agriculture, Nutrition etc).
You will bring to this role at least 5 years technical & practical implementing experience in delivering quality Emergency and longer-term Food Security and Livelihoods programmes in Horn and East Africa, including extensive work with pastoral populations, strong cash & market support experience, working with/through partners and cash remittance companies, ability to conduct quality risk and conflict analysis and integrate it into programme monitoring and strategy.
Excellent communication, facilitation and representation skills as well as computer literacy and fluency in English language are essential. Ability to travel to fields and embed within local communities in South-Central Somalia and Somaliland is a requirement.
If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using REF
The closing date for applications is 03rd November, 2011.
Base: Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia/Somaliland
Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 year)
Level: C1
Salary Range: Kshs. 272,382 – 381,335 per month gross
Background
Oxfam GB has been assisting the population of Somalia since the 1960s with interventions focusing mainly on livelihood and public health sectors, including water and sanitation interventions. Activities have encompassed both development and emergency projects.
The southern Somalia response began in 2005- 2006 with the delivery of a humanitarian programme integrating water, sanitation, public health promotion, food security and livelihoods interventions in Lower Shabelle, Benadir/Mogadishu, Lower Juba, Middle Juba and Gedo regions.
Since July 2011, Oxfam GB scaled up its activities including cash relief assistance to more than 198,000 people.
The role
The EFSL Coordinator will ensure quality and impact of EFSL work in Somalia and ensure effective programme design and delivery through assessments, proposal developments, facilitation of technical support and capacity building to implementing partners, provision of sound country and regional analysis, supporting inter-cluster linkages particularly to public health as well as policy influence.
The person will also work closely with Oxfam Novib staff involved in EFS & VL to facilitate good relations and effective programming under OI umbrella as well as liaise with the MEAL coordinator and Policy and Advocacy Advisor by providing information and messaging on food security and livelihoods issues.
What we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will have a university degree (in Rural Development, Livelihoods, Agriculture, Nutrition etc).
You will bring to this role at least 5 years technical & practical implementing experience in delivering quality Emergency and longer-term Food Security and Livelihoods programmes in Horn and East Africa, including extensive work with pastoral populations, strong cash & market support experience, working with/through partners and cash remittance companies, ability to conduct quality risk and conflict analysis and integrate it into programme monitoring and strategy.
Excellent communication, facilitation and representation skills as well as computer literacy and fluency in English language are essential. Ability to travel to fields and embed within local communities in South-Central Somalia and Somaliland is a requirement.
If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using REF
The closing date for applications is 03rd November, 2011.
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