Developer Wanted: PHP MYSQL CSS JQUERY

Creafinity Ltd is a creative company dealing with Graphics Design, Website Development, Systems Design, Hosting, Social Media and Photography. We simply love what we do.

We have been in operation for three years and we have an excellent team.

We are looking at growing this team further by hiring a PHP MYSQL developer with CSS, JQUERY, AJAX skills.

Please make all applications to info@creafinity.co.ke by 11th April 2011.

A practical test will be carried out at the interview to gauge your skills.
Kindly do not forward any scanned documentation. A CV in PDF format will be a great start.

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Call Centre / BPO Trainer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Our Client, a leading Business Process Outsourcing, Information Technology Enabled Services (BPO/ITES) company is seeking to recruit an in-house trainer.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and delivery of a variety of training courses for BPO employees.
• Creating pro-active and responsive solutions to business needs.
• Focus on continuous improvement in individual, team, business unit and organizational performance.
• Specific duties include preparation and facilitation of training courses.
• Design of instructional materials for training.
• Responsible for performing duties related to training and development. (Organize, facilitate, manage (feedback, attendance, course material), Coordinate with Group Training Dept. for training activities )

Candidate specification

• Bachelor's degree, with a major in Training or Organizational Psychology.
• Must have the ability to research, write behavioral objectives, and write training materials.
• Requires excellent one-on-one and group presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to use a variety of learning/training concepts and principles is required along with knowledge of adult learning.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills and relationship building are a must.
• Information search and research skills, analytical and creative problem solving skills, questioning and feedback skills, customer service orientation and commitment to quality, responsibility, high work standards, and initiatives will be an added advantage.

To apply, send your CV ONLY to jobs@flexi-personnel.com by 15th April 2011

Kindly indicate the position and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Recruitment Partner Job Vacancy in Kenya

Job type: Full-time Regular

Job role skillset: Recruiting

Job description

This role is responsible for all recruiting and staffing programs and activities related to the attraction, selection, hiring and on-boarding of talent as well as partnering with managers to help build a workforce with those critical skills needed to move the business forward.

This role can also be responsible for ensuring talent processes comply with appropriate business controls or initiating/maintaining immigration statuses. Individuals in this role may also be a team lead, providing work direction, guiding employees on various processes and acting as a point of escalation for team members.

Preferred

• Associate's Degree/ BA/College Diploma
• Must have 5 years experience in Apply Knowledge of Recruiting Strategy
• Must have 5 years experience in Maintain Recruiting Relationships
• Experience in IT and Telecommunication industries is required
• Experience in Multinationals / Global companies is required

French is a plus

Please send your CV to hrtechrecruiter@gmail.com

NB only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Production Manager Job in Kenya - Advertising Industry

We are a HR Consultancy company.

Our client in the Advertising Industry, producing promotional material is urgently looking for an experienced Production Manager.

Reporting to the MD, the Production Manager will be responsible for ensuring quality, cost effective and timely production (stitching, printing and embroidery) of promotional material.

The Production Manager will lead a production team of about two hundred people.

The position requires skill, experience as well as maturity and strategic thinking.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Interpret client brief into work plans for the Production team
• Ensure that all goods being delivered meet quality expectations
• Set targets for the Production team and ensure they are met
• Ensure that goods are delivered on time
• Oversee cost effective production
• Take part in hiring the right people for the right jobs
• Create a working environment that will motivate the team
• Prepare reports on production and guide the top management team on matters of Production

Required skills and qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma in manufacturing, textiles, textile engineering, printing or any related field
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong Management skills
• Technical skills
• 3- 5 years experience as a production manager (or equivalent) in a similar work environment
• Demonstrated high level of maturity and good leadership skills
• Ability to work within strict deadlines
• Excellent organizational, planning and analytical skills
• A good team player who is customer focused
• An eye for detail

How to apply

Please send your CV and Application letter together with your current and expected salary to recruitment@fanisi.net by April 19, 2011.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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General Insurance Sales Agents Jobs in Kenya - Commission Based Remuneration

Title: General Insurance Sales Agents - Commission Based Remuneration

Reports to: Unit Manager

Position Summary

The prospective candidate will be responsible for the distribution of all General Insurance products that have been specifically designed and branded. Sales will be made to all potential customers. Agents will also be responsible for initial after sales service to handle ad hoc queries.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Sale of company products
• Build and maintain a strong profitable customer base
• Product information and Customer service

Qualifications and Skills

• A degree holder / a Sales and Marketing Diploma from a recognized institution
• Certificate of proficiency in Insurance (COP)-compulsory
• Self motivated, highly organized and able to work with no supervision
• Computer proficiency minimum MS Office
• Willing to work on a commission based remuneration structure
• Proven sales experience an added advantage

All Candidates Must Be/Have

• Fluent in English and Kiswahili
• Excellent communication and public relation skills.
• Self motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Leadership skills, Organisational and problem solving skills.
• Basic Office Organisational skills (report, letter and minutes writing)
• Computer Literate – Microsoft Office
• Neat and Presentable.
• Team player
• Punctual.
• Disciplined.
• Integrity and Honesty a must
• Fast learner.
• Ability to work long hours
• Ambitious.
• Ability to communicate with individuals of all nationalities

If you know that you meet these requirements write to us and attach the following:

• Application Letter, indicating the position that you are applying for.
• Curriculum Vitae detailing physical residential address and minimum of 4 references.

Please send your resumes to: ericknjugunamadison@gmail.com

Deadline for application 12th April 2011

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Article Writers Jobs Kenya. Needed Urgently

We are a medium size company based in Nairobi.

We are currently looking for writers with prior experience of academic papers.

Requirements:

• Excellent English
• A university degree or diploma
• Knowledge of different referencing styles i.e APA ,MLA ,TURABAIN ,HAVARD and OXFORD
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with minimum supervision
• Internet access as one is required to work from home
• Understanding of plagiarism

If you meet the above requirements please send us your CV and sample papers to esedsmith68@gmail.com

NB We pay 180 for every paper of 275-300 words

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General Insurance Unit Manager Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Title: General Insurance Unit Manager

Reports to: Sales Manager Branches

Overall Description

The main focus of this position is to recruit. train, develop, motivate, manage productivity, ensure compliance and prepare reports of the sales agents in the unit.

Main responsibilities:

• Recruit sales agents as per the set annual manpower budget in order to achieve the Company’s production targets.
• Ensure that the sales agents are professionally trained in order to sell and service the Company products.
• Review the sales agents’ performance to ensure they meet the company’s minimum acceptable set standards.
• Identify and administer motivational strategies in order to ensure that the agents are developing and meeting their personal goals.
• Generate and analyze weekly unit production reports for the consumption of sales Manager Branches
• Ensure compliance with the regulatory body and Company’s code of ethical conduct.
• To grow Company sales and attain ambitious Company targets.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate must have:

• Bachelor Degree in a business related field
• Possess professional qualifications in insurance namely ACII, COP or in progress towards attaining it
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in selling General Insurance products, out of which 2 years must have been served as a Team / unit Leader with proven growth record.
• Computer literate with excellent presentation skills
• Be passionate about service delivery
• Be of high integrity
• Reliable
• Excellent networking and relationship building skills
• Financial planning skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Your Attributes

• You must be extremely disciplined and goal oriented.
• You must be innovative and systems driven.
• Excellent presentation, communication and leadership skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Ability to excel in a high pressure environment.

Remuneration

• Basic Salary and Override Commissions.

If you believe that you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application letter to ericknjugunamadison@gmail.com and current detailed CV with daytime contacts to reach us on or before close of business on 12th April 2011

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UNOPS Operations / Quality Assurance Officer Job in Garowe, Puntland

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world’s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development.

UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe.

In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

Vacancy Code: VA/2011/NAO/UNSOMA/OQAO/14-02

Title: Operations / Quality Assurance Officer

Level: International Individual Contractor (I-ICA) level 1

Org Unit: NAO/Mine Action Programme - Somalia

Duty Station: Garowe, Puntland

Duration: 6 Months Initially (renewable – subject to funds availability)

Closing Date: 28/02/2011

Background

The Mine Action Programme in Somalia had been implemented by UNDP since 2002. The programme started in Somaliland (1992-1993, 1997-1998 and 1999-present), and Puntland (2003-2005), and has implemented capacity building projects, provided technical assistance for the national Somaliland and Puntland Mine Action centres and the Police Explosive Ordnance disposal teams.

Mine Action operations in south central Somalia were launched in 2007 with the primary objective of establishing a national Mine Action Coordination Center to cover the remaining regions of south central Somalia.

The UN Somalia Mine Action Programme (UNSOMA) has transitioned and will operate under the responsibility of the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), executed by UNOPS. In South Central, UNSOMA will expand the activities in support of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).

In complement to the provision of capacity building and support for the AMISOM forces to undertake EOD (Explosive Ordnance) activities in Mogadishu to reduce the large amounts of ERW (Explosive Remnants of War) and stockpiles throughout the city, Police EOD teams will be deployed in Mogadishu in concert with an emergency MRE initiatives by UNMAS, UNICEF and UNHCR to reach the large numbers of returnees for provision of humanitarian assistance.

UNSOMA has an office in Nairobi to provide managerial and support functions for the Regional Offices in Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Capacity Building Technical Advisor , (CBTA) , North the Operations/Quality Assurance Officer will:

Operations Component

• Coordinate the Operations/Plans section of the PMAC of Puntland, including the monitoring of the current operations.
• Supervise local staff working in the Operations/QA section,
• Coordinate and monitor mine/UXO clearance operations including quality assurance monitoring and standards;
• Monitor implementation of clearance plans as issued and authorize any changes to clearance plans in consultation with the PMAC.
• Coordination of operational activities between UN and activities of other partners in Somalia.
• Maintain internationally recognized drills, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety standards for manual, dog and mechanical demining, survey and EOD procedures.
• Ensuring that clearance organizations are conducting clearance in accordance of the Puntland NTSG’s.

QA Component

• Training of local QA staff.
• Supervising
• Implementation and monitoring of technical and safety standards for throughout the mission area.
• To direct contractual and accredited organizations with production of standardized technical and safety standards to meet MACC standards.
• Continuously look for areas of improvement in efficiency, effectiveness and safety of the program through the introduction of new technology, equipment, materials, drills, procedures, and processes.
• Work with teams charged with investigation of landmine and UXO incidents.
• Implement a QA Management System and ensure that it is being applied in a fair and equitable manner.
• Ensure that accreditation and monitoring of activities does not interrupt or delay the demining tasks.
• Conduct training; provide coaching and mentoring on all aspects of QA.
• Provide capacity development for the national staff of the mine action team in the planning and implementation of a QA system.
• Responsible for all aspects of sampling and post clearance operations/post impact assessments.
• Ensure close and effective inter-action and co-ordination of QA with the other integral aspects of the mine action programme
• Coordinate investigations of mine incidents/accidents and serve as a chair or member of the Board of Inquiry (BOI).
• Ensure appropriate files and records are maintained for all QA monitoring.
• Provide advice to the CBTA on quality management strategies, aims, goals and objectives, and any other tasks as directed by the Programme Manager, and COP

Required Selection Criteria

Competencies

• Strong analytical abilities
• Demonstrated experience in Mine Clearance Operations and QA.
• Excellent computer literacy is essential, knowledge of IMSMA an asset.
• Excellent written communication report writing skills.
• The ability to operate in a multi-national environment and in a foreign country.

Education and Experience

• Advanced university degree (Masters Degree or equivalent) in business administration, project management, social science, or related field or senior staff qualification;
• a first level university degree or military/police college or junior command and staff course combined with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• At least 2 years proven and applicable experience in the managing of Operations and QA systems for humanitarian mine clearance operations.
• Thorough knowledge of IMAS and ISO, demining SOPs, technical and international humanitarian safety standards and procedures.
• A solid understanding of counter-mine measures/demining, or UXO clearance operations and related practices.
• Team management experience and skills, preferably in a UN mine action operation: should be self-reliant and able to work independently; self-motivated and able to motivate others.

Language

• Excellent spoken and written English is required.

Other requirements

• Experience with a UN Mine Action Centre or Demining NGO an advantage.
• Experience in the region is advantageous.
• Knowledge and experience in Somalia is desirable.
• Internationally recognized driving license.

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via e-mail to Somaliamineaction@unops.org.

Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

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IT Assistant Job in Kenya - Emergency Plus Medical Services

Job Title: IT Assistant

Reports to: Finance Manager

Summary: Assist in resolving ICT related issues to ensure smooth running of the organisation

Responsibilities

• Provide support in conceptualizing IT strategies, policies and procedures in line with best practice;
• Aligning and harmonizing departmental objectives with business objectives;
• Planning, designing and coordinating IT related activities and programs;
• Liaising with line functions in ensuring development and implementation of cost effective technology solutions;
• Providing users with net work technical support
• Install , upgrade and configure networks, structures, rights, security and soft ware services
• Perform network trouble shooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned.

Academic and Professional qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in IT

Minimum requirements

• Sound and current knowledge of ICT.
• Good Leadership& communication skills.
• At least 1 year experience in IT
• Innovativeness with an interest ¡n new technologies, products and methods.

If you meet the above requirements, kindly forward your application, CV and relevant attachments to hr@eplus.co.ke by COB on 15th April 2011.

If you do not here from us by 22nd April 2011 please consider yourself unsuccessful

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IIEC Recruitments in Kenya 2011 for Election Clerks and Deputy Presiding Job Vacancies

IIEC Recruitments in Kenya 2011 for Election Clerks and Deputy Presiding Job Vacancies

The Interim independent Electoral Commission (IIEC) invites applications for temporary positions for the 23rd May, 2011 parliamentary and civic By-elections as shown below:

Parliamentary By-elections

Constituency: Kamukunji Constituency
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 143
Clerks: 664
Applications to: IIEC REC Nairobi P.O. Box 79603 — 00200, (Nyayo Hse, 7th Floor) Nairobi

Constituency: Ikolomani Constituency
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 65
Clerks: 270
Applications to: IIEC REC Kakamega, P.O. Box 2726 - 50100, Kakamega (DC’s Office, Kakamega Central)

Civic wards By-elections

Ward: Shirikisho (Garsen)
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 5
Clerks: 22
Applications to: IIEC REC North Coast P.O. Box 425 — 80200 (Opp DC’s Office ) Malindi

Ward: Central Gem (Gem)
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 14
Clerks: 66
Applications to: IIEC REC Central Nyanza Region, P. 0. Box 2712 - 40100, (DC’s Office) Kisumu.

Ward: Entarara (Kajiado South)
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 10
Clerks: 46
Applications to: IIEC REC Nairobi, P.O. Box 79603 00200,(Nyayo Hse, 7th Floor) Nairobi

Ward: Karebur (Turkana North)
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 4
Clerks: 18
Applications to: IIEC REC North Rift P.O. Box 822 - 30100, Eldoret

Ward: Tarbaj (Wajir East)
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 6
Clerks: 26
Applications to: IIEC REC Wajir P.O. Box 346 — 70200, (Wajirs Plaza), Wajir

Ward: Kimilili North (Kimilili)
Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs): 7
Clerks: 38
Applications to: IIEC REC Bungoma, P.O. Box 2668 - 50200, Bungoma.(DC’s Office South Bungoma)

Requirements:

a) Deputy Presiding Officers

• Be a Kenyan citizen of high integrity, and be non partisan
• Be holders of Degree/ Diploma certificates from recognized institutions
• Be computer literate, with effective communication and good report writing skills
• Must be available for the entire period of the by-election
• Age: 30 to 45 years
• Must be residents in the constituency in which they apply for and must quote the constituency on the application letter and envelope

b) Election Clerks

• KCSE —Aggregate C- or Division Ill and Above
• Age: 21 years to 35 years
• Must be of good character and non partisan
• Must be a resident of the polling station applied for
• Must be available the entire period of the by-election
• Applicants for the position of Polling Clerk/Counting Clerk must be residents of the polling center applied for and must quote the polling station on the application letter and envelope

Those who strictly meet the requirements above should apply to their respective Regional Elections Coordinators (RECs) on the respective addresses given above.

Applications must reach Regional Elections Coordinators’ Offices on or before 14th April, 2011 , by 4.45pm.

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Government of the Republic of Slovak and Government of Ukraine Scholarships - 2011/2012

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology

The Government of the Republic of Slovak and Government of Ukraine Scholarships - 2011/2012

The Government of the Republic of Slovak is offering three (3) partial scholarships, two (2) Master degree studies and one (1) for PhD in the areas of:

• Pedagogy
• Social and Behavior Science
• Dental Medicine
• Pharmacy
• Health Sciences

Conditions for Slovak Scholarships

Applicants for Masters should be 26 years and below and for PhD should be 35 years and below.

• There will be a one year language and vocational preparation course
• Insurance cover and travel costs will be catered by the scholarship holder

Eligibility Applicants should meet the following conditions:

• Are serving the country in the Public Sector
• Completed two (2) years of continuous public service since their last degree studies
• Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree of at least upper second class Honours level
• For PhD, applicants must have relevant Masters Degree

The Government of Ukraine if offering twenty (20) Partial scholarships to qualified Kenyan students at undergraduate level in the following disciplines:

• Engineering
• Economics
• Mining
• Metallurgy
• Computer Science

Eligibility

Undergraduates:

• Minimum KCSE Mean grade B
• Not more than 23 years of age
• Only those candidates who completed secondary Education in the last three (3) years should apply.

Application Procedure

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

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

Candidates for postgraduate studies should submit their application forms through their heads of departments.

Completed application forms with attached certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, transcripts, Birth Certificate, other testimonials and a proposal in line with Vision 2030 (for Masters and PhD Applicants only) in the area of study should be sent to:

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

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

The application forms should reach the Ministry not later than 12th April, 2011.

Director Higher Education
For: Permanent Secretary

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Project Coordinator, Project Accountant and Community Mobilizer Jobs in Kitui Kenya; Catholic jobs in kenya - Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Community Based Green Energy Project

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui through its Social and Development arm is a specialized agency that leads efforts to defeat hunger, reduce poverty, improve livelihoods, provide health care, provide education services, advocate for governance and human rights among other social development issues.

The underpinning of our work is the dignity of the human being. Innovation is a key aspect which the diocese promotes to alleviate poverty.

Serving both developed and developing communities, Catholic Diocese of Kitui acts as a neutral partner where all social and development issues within its coverage are addressed without favor.

Subject to funding, the diocese is in the process of setting up a Community Based Green Energy Project dealing with renewable energy and is need of recruiting the following positions:

Project Coordinator
1 Position

Location: Kitui
Closing date: 20th April 2011

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the Diocesan Development Coordinator; the Project Coordinator will perform the following tasks:

• Take charge of the Community Based Green Energy Project
• To lead Diocesan Development Office in conceptualizing, formulating and implementing appropriate initiatives for renewable energy interventions and for enhancing capacity building of key diocesan personnel in this service area.
• Establishing networks and collaborating with other agencies that are like-minded
• Submit monthly written reports to the development coordinator and the donor
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge-base on the various aspect of the Project for the purpose of advising and facilitating decision making process pertaining to the project
• Make recommendations, on enhancing effective response to renewable energy adoption.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Must have at least a Science Degree in an Energy related field with a bias to project planning and management or in any other related discipline. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering will also be considered.
• Other related short courses such as community development be an added advantage
• Must have experience of at least 2 years in project planning and implementation
• Ability to make sound and timely judgments
• Strong intellectual, analytical and decision making abilities
• Must have knowledge and experience in community participatory app roaches
• Must have a valid driving license and able to ride a motorbike
• Must be computer literate, conversant with operations software
• Should have good writing and communication skills
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Project Accountant
1 Position

Location: Kitui
Closing date: 20th April 2011

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the Financial Administrator and close collaboration with the Development Coordinator; the Project Accountant will perform the following tasks:

• Preparing payment vouchers for expenses incurred in the Community Based Green Energy Project.
• Linkage with logistics and procurement office on payables.
• Disbursement of petty cash and imprest to field locations
• Recording the project expenses incurred on a daily basis to the donor and budget lines and submission of data for posting as per the work plans.
• Filing of voucher in a systematic and organized as per the work plans in a manner to ensure that retrieval of documents by an independent individual is easy.
• Reconcile the imprest, bank and cash accounts.
• Generate project reports and budget follow ups with actual-budget expenditure rates
• Training of field staff on accounting best practices to ensure that the field vouchers and procedures are in line with donor and organizations requirements.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Holds a CPA K or equivalent
• A Bachelors Degree will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency with QuickBooks accounting software will be an added advantage
• Must demonstrate having knowledge of donor regulations especially EC and USAID
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• The ability to work on their own with minimal supervision across multiple projects
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Community Mobilizer
2 Positions

Location: Kitui
Closing date: 20th April 2011

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the CB-GEP Project Officer; the Community Mobilizers will perform the following tasks:

• Assist the Project Coordinator in developing and undertaking baseline research of selected communities, and continue to monitor change attributed to CB-GEP;
• Assist the Project Coordinator to identify potential leaders and/or organizers;
• To motivate and encourage potential leaders to talk to their fellow community members about unity and self reliance;
• Initiate actions aimed at promoting project ownership;
• Raise awareness on the CB-GEP at the community level;
• To encourage and stimulate community members to organize for action aimed at solving their problems and to plan, implement and monitor action that they define themselves with emphasis to renewable energy;
• Provide community leaders with management skills and knowledge in getting community members interested, organized and motivated;
• Develop trust, tolerance and co-operation among community members;
• Encourage and stimulate full participation by all community members; with special attention to those who are usually forgotten, marginalized and overlooked in community decision making;
• Assist the community in obtaining information and knowledge that may be available through governmental and non governmental agencies, through extension and outreach programmes; and
• Assist the community members in developing their own capacity and strength to the point where they no longer need the services of you the mobilizer.
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• A Bachelors Degree in Social Work
• At least 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software will be an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• The ability to work on their own with minimal supervision across multiple projects
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Interested candidates should submit their applications, in a sealed envelope with the vacancy clearly marked on the top right hand corner.

Please enclose a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone contacts to:

Development Coordinator
Catholic Diocese of Kitui
P.O. Box 300 - 90200, Kitui

Kindly indicate Current & Expected consolidated salary in your application.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Project Coordinator Job in Kitui Kenya - Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Catholic Diocese of Kitui

Sustainable Livelihoods Enhancement and Disaster Risk Education Programme

Project Coordinator

The Catholic Diocese of Kitui through its Social and Development arm is a specialized agency that leads efforts to defeat hunger, reduce poverty, improve livelihoods, provide health care, provide education services, advocate for governance and human rights among other social development issues.

The underpinning of our work is the dignity of the human being. Innovation is a key aspect
which the diocese promotes to alleviate poverty. Serving both developed and developing communities, Catholic Diocese of Kitui acts as a neutral partner where all social and development issues within its coverage are addressed without favor.

The diocese seeks to fill the position of a Project Coordinator for its Sustainable Livelihoods and Disaster Risk Reduction Programme:

Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Kitui and the direct supervision of the Diocesan Development Coordinator; the Project Coordinator will perform the following tasks:

• Take charge of the Sustainable Livelihoods and Disaster Risk Reduction Programme
• To lead Diocesan Development Office in conceptualizing, formulating and implementing appropriate initiatives for sustainable livelihoods interventions and for enhancing capacity building of key diocesan personnel in this service area.
• Establishing networks and collaborating with other agencies that are like-minded
• Submit monthly written reports to the development coordinator and the donor
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge-base on the various aspect of the Project for the purpose of advising and facilitating decision making process pertaining to the project
• Make recommendations, on enhancing effective response to disaster risk reduction and sustainable livelihoods enhancement.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Must have at least a Degree Science in Animal Husbandry, Range Management, Veterinary Services and with a bias to project planning and management or in any other related discipline.
• Other related short courses such as community development be an added advantage
• Must have experience of at least 2 years in project planning and implementation
• Ability to make sound and timely judgments
• Strong intellectual, analytical and decision making abilities
• Must have knowledge and experience in community participatory approaches
• Must have a valid driving license
• Must be computer literate, conversant with operations software
• Should have good writing and communication skills
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Interested candidates should submit their applications, in a sealed envelope with the vacancy clearly marked on the top right hand corner by 15th April 2011.

Please enclose a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone contacts to:

Development Coordinator
Catholic Diocese of Kitui
P.O. Box 300 - 90200, Kitui

Kindly indicate Current & Expected consolidated salary in your application.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Civil Engineer / Structural Engineer Job in Kenya

Are you a qualified Civil Engineer/ Structural Engineer?

Do you have a working experience of more than 7 years?

Can you work with minimal supervision?

Can you work effectively at a construction site?

Registration - Be a registered engineer or be legible for registration with the Engineers board

Are you a self motivated person with ability to work with minimal supervision.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject.

Please indicate current or last and desired salary.

The Recruiting Manager
Corporate staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th Floor, Development house, Moi Avenue, Nairobi.
Via email to: jobs@staff-kenya.com

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database no for interviewing.

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Motion Pictures Marketing Interns Jobs in Kenya

Do you want to develop a career in Marketing?

Introduction

Motion Pictures is a young Outdoor Advertising Company which is causing ripples and excitement in the marketing scene with blazing concepts.

We are in a hurry to grow, and are looking for similarly hungry interns looking for exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers.

We are looking for competent Sales & Marketing interns with the potential to become full time Marketing Executives for Motion Pictures Ltd.

Roles & Responsibilities

You will be expected to have a deep understanding of the local Advertising market within the first 6 months, in addition to having established a wide network of key contacts within the industry.

We shall in turn develop you to become the chief Brand Ambassador for the company. You shall play a key role in strategy formulation, achievement of sales targets, all aspects of client liaison, business development, and customer service amongst others.

Key Competencies

• Good leadership & management skills
• Effective communicator & good interpersonal skills
• Good Team player with contagious energy
• Aptitude to build & sustain strong client relationships
• Trustworthy & Reliable
• Well groomed & self image conscious.
• Highly Computer literate conversant with Business software packages

Qualifications

• B.Com or any other business related degree.
• Higher diploma in Business Studies shall be considered if coupled with relevant industry experience
• Experience in the Advertising Industry preferable but not mandatory

Apply in confidence stating why we should consider you for this position.

Attach an updated CV, Testimonials and include day-time telephone contacts.

Both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply to info@motionpictures.co.ke by 8th April 2011

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Finance Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 70k) Re-Advertisement

Finance Manager

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Location: Nairobi

Salary range: 70,000 Kenya Shillings

Are you a Finance professional passionate about supporting other businesses achieve their objectives and can roll up your sleeves to ensure systems, controls and structures are set up to optimize resources for best results?

Our client, a fast growing financial consulting company providing financial services to other businesses is looking for an energetic and creative finance professional to support the delivery of a fully fledged financial department offsite.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the work of the Accountants in preparation of Financial Reports for Clients.
• Ensuring full compliance of clients to all statutory requirements. I.e. Tax, NHIF, NSSF etc
• Conducting Financial and Tax planning for the clients –this includes and is not limited to preparation of budgets, Cashflow Management, Pricing Strategy, Tax Planning and Budget Control
• The Finance Manager will also play a key role in business development and will direct customer relationship management for the business.
• The Finance Manager will coordinate and assign roles and tasks to the accountants.

Qualifications required

• CPA(K)
• Accountancy or Finance related degree. An MBA will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 3 years experience preferably in a management role
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills (should be outgoing and confident)

To apply, send CV ONLY to admin@flexi-personnel.com by 8th April 2011.

Kindly indicate the position applied for and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Regional Program Officer, Africa, Bankers without Borders® Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position Title: Regional Program Officer, Africa, Bankers without Borders®

Status: Full Time, Project Based (Project end date December 30, 2011

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime Pay)

Job Summary: The Regional Program Officer, Africa, will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and monitoring Bankers without Borders® (“BwB”) volunteer projects in the Africa region.

BwB is Grameen Foundation’s initiative to engage business professionals in skills-based volunteer projects that support microfinance and technology-for-development initiatives and organizations. He/she also will develop and liaise with local sources for volunteers including but not limited to companies, associations, microfinance clubs, and institutions of higher education.

Reporting: The BwB Regional Program Officer will report to the Director of Bankers without Borders® while working directly with other members of BwB, the Africa Regional Team, and other departments within Grameen Foundation.

Availability: The BwB Regional Program Officer will be expected to work a standrard 40 hour workweek plus additional hours as necessary to get the job done. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and will require travel within the region and abroad. It will also require availability for overseas phone conversations in the evenings.

Essential Job Functions

The Regional Program Officer will be directly engaged in or support the following activities:

• Manage a portfolio of BwB project activities with MFIs, local and regional microfinance networks, and other pro-poor organizations whose mission and interests are aligned with the Grameen Foundation.
• Build relationships with and actively educate local MFIs and microfinance networks about BwB.
• Review and respond to requests for support from partners and others.
• Conduct due diligence on potential BwB client organizations where appropriate, including preparing/reviewing due diligence reports in close coordination with the regional staff and other product/service teams.
• Serve as primary liaison to and provide logistical support to volunteers assigned to BwB projects in the region.
• Cultivate local sources of volunteers in the region.
• Perform monitoring and evaluation of ongoing BwB projects in the region.
• Obtain client feedback and document learning.
• Serve as the BwB liaison to Grameen Foundation staff operating in the region.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of latest industry developments related to microfinance and technology-for-development in all countries of responsibility.
• Assist in fundraising activities for BwB work in the region in coordination with the Regional CEO and the Director of BwB.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep commitment to eradication of poverty and alignment with Grameen Foundation’s mission
• Experience in one or more of the following fields: volunteer management, project management, customer relations, or marketing and recruitment.
• Exceptional representational and customer relationship skills at the executive and decision-maker levels.
• Strong startup mentality: agile and able to do whatever is needed to get the job done.
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate priorities, delivery expectations, risks and concerns to multiple stakeholders.
• Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and interact with various levels of management.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of the fundamentals of microfinance and technology-for-development efforts as well as understanding of the latest industry issues and trends.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of GF's policies, procedures, and practices.
• Commitment to GF’s mission and the eradication of poverty on a global basis.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Fluency in English and French is required.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with a degree in a related field is preferred.
• Five or more years of work experience in related field; graduate degree may require less experience;
• Microfinance experience preferred;
• International work or volunteer experience in emerging markets a plus.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

This position does not require unusual demands for physical effort. This position may occasionally require physical effort to lift and transport boxes weighing no more than 50 pounds.

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of places such as offices, meeting or training rooms, residences, or commercial vehicles; e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, and/or avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire regulations and traffic signals.

Additional Comment:

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

For more information about Grameen Foundation please visit our website at www.grameenfoundation.org

Interested candidates please Click Here to apply.

This job advert is available at the Grameen Foundation website here.

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Diversity & Workforce Programs Professional Job Re-Advertisement in Kenya

Job role: Diversity & Workforce Programs Professional

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: Kenya

Work city: Nairobi

Travel: 50% travel annually

Job role skillset: Strategy & Planning

Business unit: HR

Job description

The Diversity and Workforce Programs Professional serves within the Human Resources organization. The role may serve the enterprise, business units and/or geography-based organizations. The role may serve a dedicated client base or a variable client base as needed.

These professionals apply their understanding of their clients' business strategy to develop, deploy and manage end-to-end programs and initiatives either within or across workforce the areas of diversity, learning and development, workforce strategy, global mobility and immigration, supply and capacity planning, staffing and resource movement, testing and assessment, and workforce programs, including restructuring.

The professional may specialize in one or more areas of the diversity and workforce programs scope of responsibility or span the breadth of responsibility and manage end-to-end solutions within this scope of responsibility.

Required

• At least 3 years experience in developing and executing Workforce Strategies
• At least 3 years experience in performing Building Organizational Capability
• English: Fluent
• French: Intermediate

Preferred

• Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Please send your CV to hrtechrecruiter@gmail.com

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Academic article writers urgently required (15)

Academic article writers urgently required (15)

Location: Nairobi.

Are you a graduate with exceptional English Writing skills and desire to grow your career as an article writer?

Our client, a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company is looking for 15 highly skilled article writers for academic related article writing.

We are looking for dynamic candidates willing to work night shifts.

The ideal candidate will have the following profile.

• Any undergraduate degree – Bcom, Marketing, Finance, Nursing, Bio Chemistry, Business related degree etc.
• Good research and report writing skills.
• Have an effective writing style that is fresh, consistent and professional.
• Have a knack for editing, proof reading and outstanding research skills.
• Must have the ability to write in a variety of formats and styles for multiple audiences.
• Ability to handle a broad range of topics.
• Candidates who have previous experience in content/ article writing will be give priority.
• Previous experience in a call centre environment will be an added advantage.

If you have the skills and competences for this role, kindly send your CV only to
jobs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 8th April 2011.

Only serious candidates need to apply

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Freelance Writing Jobs (Online Writers)

Category: Research & Writing

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: 150/=/pg

Excellent academic writers with knowledge in writing reports, essays, proposals with knowledge in all referencing styles.

Description: The job is home based so one has the freedom to choose the hours they want to work.

Qualifications

• Any University degree or diploma
• Excellent English
• Knowledge of the different referencing styles i.e. APA, MLA, Chicago-turabian and Harvard referencing styles
• The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision.
• Writing experience of more that 6 months
• Internet and computer access at home
• Clear understanding of the term PLAGIARISM.

Any interested person may send his/her CV and two samples of his/her previous writings to dishonmuriuki39@gmail.com.

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Creative Web Designer & Developer Job in Kenya

Are you a self motivated forward thinking creative web designer with a desire and passion for web design.!

You will be working on creative projects and apart from having a diverse set of design skills; you must have a strong knowledge and understanding of web development trends and principles.

You need to be highly conversant with PHP,CSS & HTML and be able to collaborate with our developers in PHP Programming and Content Management Systems (such as WordPress Joomla and Drupal).

You must have a real understanding and ability to design breath-taking websites for our client portfolio.

Your skill set must include knowledge of:

• PHP
• HTML
• MySQL
• CSS
• JavaScript

Experience required in employment or freelance work.

Email your cv to info@bariziwebsolutions.com

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Software Engineer Jobs Re-Advertisement

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

Position: Java/J2EE Software Engineer (1 No) / Senior Software Engineer (1 No)

Requirements

• Min 2+ Years – 2 Live Projects Implementation in Java,J2EE,JSP,JDBC, Struts,EJB,JMS, HTML, XML (Web 2.0/3.0), JBOSS, Tomcat, Eclipse with Oracle /MS SQL Database
• Multiple Design Patterns, Developing web based applications on Java/J2EE and/or PHP
• Experience in Hand Held PDA, Mobile, Smart Card, Bio-Metric Finger Print applications
• Experience in Live Web/Portal Implementation & Maintenance
• Domain/working Knowledge in BFSI, Retail industry.
• Knowledge in JSF, Seam, Hibernate , Jasper Reports
• Test Cases, Documentation & Testing
• Bachelor Degree in IT/Computers (B.Tech/MCA).
• Sun (Java/J2EE) Certificate will be an added value

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

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Java Programmers Jobs in Kenya

Shimba Technologies Limited is seeking to employ Java Programmers.

Minimum requirements are:

• Proficiency in J2EE
• Proficiency in J2ME
• Be able to demonstrate previous work/projects undertaken in Java

Applications together with CVs to be sent to harriet@shimbamobile.com.

Should be available for interview on 5th April at 2pm if contacted.

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Project Counselor Job in Kenya - Ex-Street Children Community Organization

ECCO is a child focused charitable organization that works directly with street children and street youths in Eldoret, Kenya.

ECCO also involves the government, CCI’s and other actors’ in addressing the plight of street families. Founded by former street children who after finding opportunities to rehabilitate their own lives, wanted to reach out to other street children in their community.

The organization addresses the situation of street children and youths in three dimensions: rehabilitation, creation of referral networks and advocacy.

In our partnership with Save the Children UK we are implementing a programme called, “Action for the Rights of Street Children and Youths living on the street in Eldoret for a period of 4 months.

We are therefore, looking for a suitable person to fill the following position as soon as possible:

Project Counselor

Duties and Responsibilities

• Spearhead the provision of counseling services to street children and youths within the project.
• Participate in Identification, Documentation Tracing and Reunification (IDTR) process for reformed children.
• Visiting field sites (Barracks) on weekly basis and explore children’s needs.
• Support the implementation of all direct activities within the institution with a special emphasis on counseling, referring street children for services and reintegration.
• Assist in the identification of critical elements for the effective psychosocial support systems and assist in the documentation of the same.
• Under the guidance of the programme officer assist in the development of all technical information in regard to programme implementation.
• Attending weekly and bi-monthly review meetings and documenting lessons learnt and action points.
• Guiding volunteer social workers in counseling children and case management.
• Production of weekly reports and monthly reports.
• Any other duty that you may be called upon to execute from time to time

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must have Bachelor of Arts degree in Counseling psychology, social work or any other social science related discipline.
• Must adhere to child protection policy
• Must have training and facilitation skills.
• Must have experience in developing case histories for children
• Must have demonstrated experience in counseling children and young people
• Experience in counseling children in difficult circumstances is an added advantage
• Must have a strong disposition to and experience in working with disadvantaged children and youth.
• Experience in Behavioral Change Communication and substance abuse prevention programming is an added advantage.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills with fluency in English.
• Must be a team player with the ability to work with others to achieve high goals.
• Must be an outstanding role model for street children youths, of unquestionable integrity and high ethical standards.

If you meet the above requirements and interested for the position, Please send your letter of your expression of interest and quote the range of salary you need alongside detailed Curriculum Vitae with three referees, a day-time telephone contacts to info@exstreetchildren.org.

The email should have a subject line: PROJECT COUNSELOR or post it to:

The Program Manager,
P.O Box 6770-30100,
Eldoret.

To be received by the close of business on 7th April 2011

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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