Friday, March 23, 2012

Job in Nairobi Kenya - Girls Empowered by Microfranchise (GEM) Program - International Rescue Committee (IRC) Project Officer



The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.

Applications are invited for the position of:

1. Program Officer - Nairobi

The International Rescue Committee has been active in Kenya since 1992, providing essential services to refugees and the communities who host them.

The IRC started working directly with urban refugees in 2006 with the majority of programs running in the Eastleigh division of Nairobi.

There are currently an estimated 46,000 registered refugees in Nairobi, with an equal number estimated to live in the city without documentation.

The IRC provides referral systems for refugees, advocacy for refugee rights, adult literacy classes, and support to women groups, capacity-building services for local government officials and service providers, girls’ empowerment through microfranchise and manages a resource center for refugees.

Job Purpose

The GEM Program Officer will be responsible for activity implementation of the program as well as partner management.

Partner organizations will take the lead on participant recruitment, training, and mentoring activities, with intensive support from IRC GEM staff. The position reports to the Project coordinator GEM, Urban program.

GEM Project

IRC received funding from the Nike Foundation to implement the Girls Empowered by Microfranchise (GEM) program in three districts in Nairobi: Eastleigh, Huruma, and Mathare.

Using a phased approach, and working in partnership with a variety of community-based organizations, the project will support the development of microfranchise relationships between local businesses and young people, with a focus on girls' empowerment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Directly oversee the implementation of day-to-day project activities.
  • Manage partner activity and relationships, providing direct training, support, and guidance on implementation.
  • Through partner organizations, foster linkages between 2,400 girls and local enterprises and provide business development services to franchisors.
  • Support training for 2,400 girls in essential business, financial management, and life skills and provide ongoing mentoring and refresher trainings.
  • Create linkages to existing referral services, including gender-based violence services, and identify gaps in service delivery.
  • Assist GEM Project Coordinator in monitoring and evaluating project outcomes, collecting data to inform documentation on best practices and lessons learned.
  • Mobilize the local community and organizing meetings with Kenyan and refugee community leaders
  • Supporting in information management- collection, analysis and dissemination of quality information to beneficiaries and other relevant stakeholders
  • Preparing project reports in line with donor guidelines.
  • Undertaking awareness events at the community level to invite girls ahead of recruitment process
  • Other tasks as relevant for implementation of the project activities
Requirements
  • 3 years program management experience, including at least 1 year in a humanitarian context with Economic Empowerment focus.
  • Bachelors degree in social science, community development, humanities or related degree
  • Good interpersonal and team building skills
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili language preference.
  • Experience working with community groups.
  • Extensive training and mentoring skill.
  • Excellent communication and mobilization skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Good time management and planning skills.
  • Strong computer skills (word and excel)
  • MUST be able to speak Somali Language
Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers

To apply please go to http://www.rescue.org/careers and search for NAME OF THE POSITION.

Please apply on or before 28th March 2012

IRC leading the way from harm to home

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

PUBLIC ALERT: DISCLAIMER

MISUSE OF OUR NAME FOR FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES

The Management of International Rescue Committee (IRC) Kenya, wishes to inform the general public that it has come to our notice, that some unauthorized groups and organized individuals posing as our staff have been extorting money from the general public for their personal gains promising to offer jobs within IRC.

The general public should please take note all vacant IRC jobs has are advertised either in the local print media or on our website www.rescue.org/careers.

Interested candidates are NOT required to pay any recruitment/interview fee.

You are encouraged to report such individuals/groups to the nearest police station to investigate their conduct or to IRC at IRCKenya@rescue.org
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Health Coordinator Goal Kenya Job Vacancy - Readvertised


Goal Kenya Job Advertisement

Health Coordinator - Readvertised

Background:

GOAL has been implementing health and HIV activities in Nairobi for over 10 years however in recent years the programme approach has changed from direct service delivery to working through local partners.

GOAL works in a variety of informal settlements in Nairobi and targets its health activities toward those living with HIV and vulnerable youth.

GOAL’s current strategic plan is coming to an end at the end of this year and GOAL needs to develop its health strategic plan for the next 5 years (2012-2015) which is based on lessons learnt over the past few years and clearly identified current priority health needs in these communities.

Sales and Marketing Jobs in Kenya


Our client, a Company that designs, distributes, supplies, installs and maintains solar technology products – generators, solar panels, lights, heaters, among others, requires aggressive candidates to fill in the following vacancies:

Sales and Marketing Manager and 2 Sales Representatives

Sales and Marketing Manager – 1 Post

Role Summary

The purpose of this position is to ensure that organizational strategies and policies are developed and implemented to enable the company to realize continued growth, by assessment of marketing opportunities and target markets, intelligence gathering on customers and competitors and formal proposal writing and business model design.

FMCG Job in Kenya - Brand Assistant


Position: Brand Assistant – FMCG

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Company Profile

Our Client is a highly successful Multi-National Organisation with a local Manufacturing Plant that has operated in the Kenyan market as well as the East African Region.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with local agencies to develop and implement 360 degree communication strategies in line with the Brand plans;
  • Gather continuous market intelligence on the product performance, customer and consumer attitudes and new problems and recommend corrective action if needed;

Accountant Jobs in Kenya


Senior Accountant

Reporting to: Finance Director
No. of posts: 2

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts
  • Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
  • Prepare financial management reports
  • Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
  • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
  • General ledger operations
  • Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
  • Continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities
  • Financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process
  • Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses

Jobs at Express Kenya ltd - Credit Controller and Accountants jobs


Express Kenya ltd is looking to hire a competent credit controller and accountants.

Interested candidates should send their Resume with supporting documents to

hr@expresskenya.com
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Deputy / Technical Project Director, Community Health Asst Director, HR Officer and HR IS Manager Jobs at Capacity Kenya


Deputy / Technical Project Director

The Deputy / Technical Project Director is a senior member of IntraHealth project leadership team, reporting directly to the Kenya Project Director.

S/he is responsible for leading the program/technical team in the implementing the Associate Award (AA) to the Capacity project in Kenya.

The Deputy / Technical Project Director oversee the technical staff to ensure the project achieves the three Intermediate Results, providing both guidance and technical support.

S/he also works closely with staff seconded to the Ministry of Health (MOH), and other selected Ministries and represents the project and the agency at various technical fora, including Technical Working Groups (TWG), with the MOH, USAID and other key stakeholders.

Jobs in Software solutions/telecommunications industry - Commercial Manager



Commercial Manager: Software solutions/telecommunications industry

Skills Set
  • Corporate Sales Experience and Background
  • Marketing and Technical Appreciation
  • Management of Financial Resources
  • Project Planning, Monitoring, Management Reporting and presentation Skills
  • Judgment and decision making skills

Sales Associate Jobs in Technology and Property Sectors


Sales Associate:Proven sales experience in the technology, business, media sectors – Ksh40,000 plus coms and benefits

Sales Associate: Proven sales experience in the property sector – Ksh25,000 plus coms and benefits

Dead line; 27th of March 2012

Applications:

Sales Executive Job in Kenya


Our client is a real estate firm looking forward to hiring a Sales Executive.

Requirements
  1. Have worked as a sales person or executive,with at least one year experience where they were required to meet monthly targets.In this regard someone with experience in the real estate marketing is preferred.
  2. Be fluent and confident in English language communication.
  3. Have a minimum of diploma certificate in a related field.( either in land economics, property management or sales and marketing)
  4. Be self motivated and confident to market up market property in Nairobi to middle and high income earners.

Human Resources and Administration Officer job at The International Rescue Committee


The International Rescue Committee has been working in Somalia since 2006, providing essential services to conflict and disaster affected communities.

The IRC has been operational in Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgadud regions) and Mogadishu implementing interventions in the areas of livelihood, WASH and health reaching out to more than 200,000 conflict and drought affected people. Applications are invited for the position of:

Human Resources and Administration Officer

Job Purpose/Objective

Reporting to the Operations Coordinator, the HR/Admin officer will support and lead in various HR and admin functions for IRC Somalia such as:
  • ensuring adherence to all personnel policies;
  • recruitment,

Technical Operations Engineer Job at Flytxt


Location: West & East Africa

Experience: 2-5 Years

Position:Technical Operations Engineer

Department: Technical Account Management

Overview

Flytxt is the technology leader in mobile marketing and advertising.

Mobile with its unique attributes - immediate, personal, and traceable and its reach into 80% of world's population - is an unparalleled marketing channel.

Flytxt provides technology to mobile operators to enable them to play a key role in mobile marketing and advertising.

Neon, the third generation mobile marketing platform from Flytxt is deployed at major mobile operators and media companies across Africa, Asia, and Europe.

Marketing & Communications Officer MARA-ISON Job


Location: East Africa

Experience: 2-5 Years

Position:Marketing & Communications Officer

Overview

MARA-ISON is part of the MARA Group which is a billion dollar enterprise. MARA-ISON’s headquarter is in Dubai, with subsidiaries in Africa. It’s IT Services division has been in Africa for over 14 years..

British American Jobs in Kenya - Unit Manager


We are seeking to fill the positions of Unit Manager with two (2) individuals who are proactive and self-driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission to delight our customers with outstanding financial services.

The main role of a Unit Manager will be to ensure that high production targets are met through a team of financial advisors and high personal production.

Key roles will include;
  • Develop a high caliber, highly motivated, disciplined and productive team capable of meeting their individual and company targets.
  • Production: Meet and exceed targets allocated to the unit on all lines of business.

British American Jobs in Kenya - Financial Advisor


As part of our aggressive growth strategy in 2012 and to strengthen the team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the Company wishes to recruit experienced, dynamic, innovative and high caliber individuals to fill the positions of Financial Advisor.

Reporting to the Unit Manager and operating in a highly competitive and dynamic environment, this challenging position requires the candidates to perform the following functions:

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Prospecting for clients for the provision of insurance and investment services and products including unit trusts, life insurance, monthly investment plans, education plans, General insurance, Retirement planning, offshore products etc.

Relocation Officer in Nairobi, Bridge International Academies Kenya


About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies was conceived in 2007 out of the belief that giving every child access to a high quality education would have the greatest impact on reducing poverty worldwide.

With that guiding insight, Bridge International developed a strategy that would enable it to launch a large-scale network of high-quality, ultra low-cost, for-profit primary schools.

Export Administrator Job in Diversey Kenya


Export Administrator

Diversey, now part of Sealed Air, is a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions, serving customers in the lodging, retail, food service, health care and food and beverage sectors, as well as building service contractors.

Our products and solutions, sold in 165 countries, make food, drink and facilities safer, more hygienic and more sustainable.

The role:
  • The Export Administrator’s main responsibility will be to support the Exports Team by working closely with the Value Chain Team to ensure that all export orders are delivered in a timely and efficient manner and with all the required documentation.
  • He/she will be involved from the order entry stage, invoicing, preparing the documentation and liaising with the logistics company to ensure that the products reach the Customer in the shortest possible time.
  • This person will be able to adapt quickly to changing priorities while still providing exemplary attention to detail.
Job Specification:
  • Tracking of shipments from country of origin until they reach the destination.
  • Export documentation and bank documents processing
  • Export order entry, Invoicing and Distribution
  • Follow-up on orders from team handling, raising the correct PFI and follow-up on LCs/CAD
  • Setting up of export systems and processes for the new markets
  • Preparing weekly progress reports
Qualifications Desired (Skills, Experience And Knowledge)
  • A University degree in Business Administration, Logistics or its equivalent with a minimum of -3 years relevant experience.
  • He /she must be self driven with a “can do” attitude and passion to achieve results under minimum supervision.
  • Must possess great interpersonal and communication skills
  • Must be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and other report generating and presentation software
A career at Diversey will have you working with top professionals on some of the most trusted brands in the commercial cleaning and sanitation industry.

Experience our energy and passion for a cleaner, healthier future by considering a career with us.

Diversey offers a competitive Benefits package.

Diversey is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day - time telephone number to the email address below so as to reach us on or before 31st March 2012 at 5.00pm: hr.kenya@diversey.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Job at Safaricom Kenya - Retail Centre Manager


We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Retail Department within Consumer Business Unit.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Retail Centre Manager

Ref: RC – RCM– MARCH 12

Reporting to the Area Retail Manager, the job holder will be responsible for managing the day to day operations of the assigned Retail Centre Outlet by providing leadership and guidance to the Retail Centre staff.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

AMREF Jobs in Nairobi and Makueni, Kenya - Project Managers


AMREF Kenya is looking for well organised, highly motivated and results oriented individuals to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa under the Child and Reproductive Health Programme with funding from Comic Relief and DANIDA.

The projects will be implemented in Makueni County and Samburu, Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo and Wajir Counties) respectively.

These projects will focus on maternal, newborn and child health interventions working in collaboration with Ministries of Health.

AMREF is seeking to fill two positions of Project Manager.

AMREF Jobs in Nairobi and Makueni, Kenya - Monitoring and Evaluation Officers


AMREF Kenya is looking for well organised, highly motivated and results oriented individuals to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa under the Child and Reproductive Health Programme with funding from Comic Relief and DANIDA.

The projects will be implemented in Makueni County and Samburu, Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo and Wajir Counties) respectively. These projects will focus on maternal, newborn and child health interventions working in collaboration with Ministries of Health.

AMREF is seeking to fill two positions of M&E Officer.

The position under the DANIDA funded programme is based in Nairobi, while that funded under Comic Relief is based in Makueni. Both report to the Project Manager.

Purpose of the Job

AMREF Jobs in Makueni Kenya - Project Officers


AMREF Kenya is looking for well organised, highly motivated and results oriented individuals to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa under the Child and Reproductive Health Programme with funding from Comic Relief and DANIDA.

The projects will be implemented in Makueni County and Samburu, Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo and Wajir Counties) respectively. These projects will focus on maternal, newborn and child health interventions working in collaboration with Ministries of Health.

Job in World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Nairobi Kenya - Social Scientist / Adaptation Specialist


About our organization

The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.

As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Finance and Administration Director, Head Office jobs at NCCK


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Credit Control Assistant, Head Office jobs at NCCK


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Credit Control Assistant, Head Office (CCA – HO)

Business for Sale - Running Salon and Barbershop


Running Salon and Barbershop business Located in a serene commercial environment is on sale in
Nairobi.

It comes complete with established clientele and trained professionals.

Save the Children Jobs in Kenya - Finance and Administration Officer


Vacancy Announcement

Finance and Administration Officer

Save the Children works in 120 countries around the world to deliver child rights programs. Established in Kenya in 1984 our programs support education, child protection, livelihoods and interventions.

We are a member of Save the Children International, the world’s leading independent organization for children.

Job Purpose

Job in Kenya - Business Development Executive


Category: Sales & Marketing
Location: Various, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part - Time
Deadline: April 13, 2012

Summary:

We're looking for experienced, customer focused, leaders with customer service management experience and a strong process orientation. The ideal candidate will have outstanding people skills to employ in our service driven environment.

1/4 plots behind New Light School kitengela 2.5km from the Tarmac @550,000 kshs. 14 acre piece of land for sale in Isinya 9km fom the Tarmac behind the flower farms at 800,000 kshs per Acre. 1/4 plots in Kisaju @800,000 kshs,3 km from the tarmac. For more details contact owner at 0715 553867.Serious buyers only,Property for Sale


1/4 plots behind New Light School kitengela 2.5km from the Tarmac @550,000 kshs.

1/4 acre piece of land for sale in Isinya 9km fom the Tarmac behind the flower farms at 800,000 kshs per Acre.

Electrical Sales Job - Executives for Mombasa and Nairobi


Technolectric Sales Executive (Nairobi Office 1 and Mombasa 1) – Job Profile

Job Title : Sales Executive
Department : Commercial
Reporting Lines :
Accountable To:Sales Manager and Managing Director

Overall job responsibility:
The primary focus of the job is to grow the portfolio of the Technolectric revenue and client base.

Writing Jobs in Kenya Silverwriters Article writers


Job Title: Article writers urgently needed

Job Category: Research Article Writers

Silverwriters is a writing service in Kenya looking for experienced article writers to join our team of professional writers. We are looking for people who

Save the Children Jobs in Kenya : Community Care and Support Project Assistant


Save the Children works in 120 countries around the world to deliver child rights programs. Established in Kenya in 1984 our programs support education, child protection, livelihoods and interventions.

We are a member of Save the Children International, the world’s leading independent organization for children.

Job Purpose

Based in Meru, the Community Care and Support Project Assistant will support implementation of a community care and support project for vulnerable children and adults infected and affected by HIV and AIDS pandemic.

CEO Job opportunity at Kenya Coffee Producers Association


The Kenya Coffee Producers Association (KCPA) is the national association of coffee farmers
in the country.

The organization is mandated by the members to champion their interests to enhance coffee production in the country and ensure farmers maximize returns from their investments in coffee production.

In so doing, the association engages with the government and other stakeholders to ensure issues affecting the coffee sector that prevent farmers from accessing reasonable profits from their produce are addressed.

Hence, KCPA addresses gaps emerging from coffee production, processing, marketing and service delivery to the farmers.

The association is committed to ensure coffee sector regains its past glory as a major foreign
exchange earner for the country.

The association is now seeking to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is a
challenging and key position in championing the association to realize its mission and strategic
goals. Liaison Consulting Limited is supporting the board of KCPA to recruit for this position.

Job description of Chief Executive Officer

The holder of this position will be reporting to the board of KCPA and will work with various
functional sub committees to ensure the strategic goals of the association are realized.

The CEO will be expected to provide organizational leadership and management and work with the various stakeholders in the coffee sector and development partners.

It is expected that the CEO will position KCPA as a reputable national association of coffee farmers.

The following are specific duties of the position:
  • Provide leadership in development and execution of strategic plans
  • Ensure the association has effective operational policies that are followed by staff and the board members
  • Support the staff in developing annual plans and guide them in implementation

AMACO Job Evaluation Consultancy


Introduction

Africa Merchant Assurance Company (AMACO) has developed a new 3 year Strategic Plan.

It is in this regard that the company wishes to procure services of a HRM consultant to carry out a job evaluation to determine the human resource/staffing requirements over the plan period.

Overall Scope

The consultant will be expected to review and analyze the twenty one (21) existing jobs to determine staffing requirements for our new strategic plan, scheduled for completion in December 2014.

This exercise is to help the company manage its human resources costs while ensuring those jobs are properly remunerated.

UNICEF Job in Nairobi Kenya - Child Protection Specialist


Terms of Reference for Temporary Appointment (TA)

Child Protection Section

Position Title: Child Protection Specialist

Level: NOC

Location: Nairobi based with travel to the field

Duration: 364 days

Reporting to: Child Protection Specialist

Justification

The TA is linked to providing direct support to the Government and stakeholders for the finalization of the Child Protection System Strategy.

It also entails strengthening the Section towards supporting the Government for the development of a CPC policy which becomes the basis for sustainability.

In addition, the TA will strengthen the Section participation in the finalization of the Social Welfare Workforce situational analysis and implementation of recommendations.

UNICEF has been collaborating with the Government and more closely with the Ministry of Gender Children and Social Development (MGCSD) since 2009, towards the development of a functional Child Protection System.

The process, which begun with the mapping and assessment of Child Protection services in Kenya, is at the stage where a road map towards consensus building on the finalization is critical.

Latest discussions have been around roles and responsibilities of key government Ministries in relation to the gaps identified.

Management Specialists, Program Director, Technical Experts, Finance Manager and M&E Specialist Jobs in Fintrac Kenya


Agribusiness / Food Security Employment Opportunities

Fintrac is a leading US-based agriculture consulting firm with projects in Africa, Asia and Central America. We are currently recruiting technical experts for an upcoming multi-year USAID-funded project in Kenya.

Program Director - Candidates must have significant experience in managing large agribusiness and food security projects, including the development of public-private alliances. Candidates must have superior technical, organizational and communication skills.

Successful track record as a program director and in depth knowledge and recent practical experience in the Kenyan agriculture sector is essential. Advanced degree preferred and commercial experience required.

Technical Experts – Candidates are required to have at least 10 years’ experience in staple crops (especially maize), horticulture, dairy, marketing or nutrition, with specific knowledge of the Kenyan agricultural sector.

Experience with technology transfer to small farmers and producer groups is essential. Advanced degree in agronomy, veterinary science, agriculture marketing or related field and experience with donor-funded programs desired.

Water & Sanitation Engineer job in kenya, Project Manager and Project Accountant - Northern Water Services Board Jobs in Kenya


“Procurement of Technical Assistances to assist in the implementation of the Rural Water and Sanitation Service Program (RWSS) in the NWSB Region under the Kenya Water Service Board Support Programme (KWSBSP)”

Northern Water Services Board (NWSB) under the KWSBSP acquired a grant from the African Development Bank (ADB) for the purpose of improving NWSB’s institutional capacity to develop sustainable RWSS services for the Region.

The objective of the project is to improve water supply and sanitation services in urban, peri-urban and rural communities within the service area of the Northern Water Services Board (NWSB).

The Board requires the services of reputable experts to provide the services of a highly skilled and experienced RWSS Technical Assistant Team comprising of a Project Manager, Water and Sanitation Engineer, and an accountant to assist NWSB to achieve the above objectives.

Interested individuals must provide relevant information as follows:

Project Manager

1 Post

NWSB-ADB-1/12

The holder of the position will be reporting to the Program Coordinator and will be responsible for the actual execution of the project and supervision of a team of staff.

Teaching Jobs in Kenya - Premier Academy


Teaching Posts

Secondary Section
  • Accounting - ‘A’ Level
  • Art - ‘A’ Level
  • Business Studies - ‘A’ Level
  • Chemistry - ‘A’ Level
  • Economics - ‘A’ Level
  • English Language/Literature - ‘A’ Level
  • French - ‘A’ Level
  • History - ‘A’ Level
  • ICT - ‘A’ Level
  • Mathematics - ‘A’ Level
  • Music - ‘A’ Level
  • Physical Education and Sports - ‘A’ Level
  • Physics - ‘A’ Level
  • Psychology - ‘A’ Level
  • Spanish – ‘A’ Level

Sacco Operations Manager, Senior Accountant, Senior Internal Auditor and Senior Systems Administrator Jobs in Moi University Kenya


Moi University Co-operative Savings and Credit Society Ltd (MUSCCO)

MUSCO, the largest SACCO in the North Rift, was founded in 1985 and has a membership of over 3300 with a capital of KSh. 1 billion.

The society wishes to recruit suitable candidates for the following positions:

1. Operations Manager / Deputy CEO

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the coordination of all operations including those of satellite branches of the society;
  • Provide direction and focus on service delivery and motivate staff towards achieving the performance goals;
  • Build capacity within the organization by carrying out training, evaluation of training needs, new staff orientation, motivation, and staff appraisal;
  • Ensure proper reconciliations of accounts and market the society’s services/products;
  • Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the CEO from time to time.
Job Requirements

Construction Jobs in Kenya - Roads Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and Surveyors


Our client, a construction company has several new projects and wishes to fill the following positions urgently;

Roads Engineer

3 Positions

The Roads Engineer will be responsible to the Project Manager.

Requirements
  • BSc. Degree in Civil Engineering.

Chief Finance Officer, Accountants, Accounts Assistants and Senior Internal Auditor Jobs in Egerton University Kenya


Division of Administration and Finance

Egerton University invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following posts.

Egerton University was founded in 1939 as Egerton Farm School and was upgraded to an Agricultural College in 1950. In 1986, the Agricultural College became a constituent College of the University of Nairobi. It was elevated to a University in 1987 through an Act of Parliament.

Since its inception, the University has registered significant expansion in student numbers, academic programmes and physical facilities. Currently the University has a student population of over 15,000 and a staff number of 1,900 and consists of two campuses (Njoro and Nakuru Town)

1. Finance Department

Chief Finance Officer

Grade 14

1 Post

EU/AF/2012- 0305

Applicants must have the following academic/professional qualifications:
  • Masters degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

Deputy Commission Secretary, HR Manager, Finance Manager, Programme Officer and HR Officer National Gender and Equality Commission Jobs in Kenya


The National Gender and Equality Commission is a constitutional commission established by an Act of Parliament on the 30th of August 2011 to promote the integration of the principles of equality and freedom from discrimination in national and county policies, laws and administrative regulations.

In order to strengthen the capacity of the Commission, we are seeking to recruit suitably qualified and highly committed individuals to fill the following positions within the Commission.

1. Deputy Commission Secretary

Ref: NGEC/AD/01/2012

One (1) Post

Reporting to the Commission Secretary/Chief Executive officer, the Deputy Commission Secretary shall be responsible for development and implementation of strategic plans, strategies, policies and work plans in order to achieve the vision, mission and mandate of the Commission

Duties and Responsibilities
  • To provide leadership to a team of Programme Officers so as to achieve the mandate of the Commission
  • To develop and implement the strategic plan, policies, strategies, work plans and budget of the Commission
  • To coordinate the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the various programmes of the Commission
  • To ensure the implementation of a result based management process so as to monitor key result areas and outcomes both internally and externally
Qualifications and Experience

Regional Gender Coordinator, Store Clerk, Accounts, Admin Assistant and Front Office Assistant National Gender and Equality Commission Jobs in Kenya


The National Gender and Equality Commission is a constitutional commission established by an Act of Parliament on the 30th of August 2011 to promote the integration of the principles of equality and freedom from discrimination in national and county policies, laws and administrative regulations.

In order to strengthen the capacity of the Commission, we are seeking to recruit suitably qualified and highly committed individuals to fill the following positions within the Commission.

Regional Gender Coordinator

Ref: NGEC/AD/06/2012

Seven (7) Posts

Reporting to the Deputy Commission Secretary, Regional Gender Coordinators will be responsible for the implementation of workplans for National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) branches in Mombasa, Garissa, Kisumu, Nyeri, Nakuru, Embu and Kakamega.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Preparation and implementation of workplans for NGEC Branch
  • Coordination of the activities of NGEC Branch
  • Preparation of proposal for sourcing funds

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Mugama Farmers Co-operative Union: Deputy General Manager, Internal Auditor and Deputy Finance Manager Jobs in Murang'a, Kenya


Mugama Farmers Co-operative Union Ltd. in Murang’a County which has a vast track record in provision of a whole range of agribusiness services and social undertakings for its members for over 40 years wishes to recruit the following calibre of staff to assist it sustain its existing and envisaged tremendous growth and also introduce innovations to all fronts of its activities.

Deputy General Manager

DFID Kenya & Somalia - Social Development Adviser


Job Ref. MN 5306

Our client DFID Kenya & Somalia is part of the British High Commission.
They wish to recruit a Social Development Adviser.

The Social Development Adviser will be a member of DFID’s Kenya’s Wealth & Vulnerable Section, which leads on social protection work, but the post will work across the programme.

Job Profile
  • Lead management inputs to the World Bank and Ministry of Gender on the Orphans and Vulnerable Children Programme.
  • Provide cross-cutting social development advice to the DFID Kenya programme, prioritizing work on health, education and wealth creation.
  • Keep abreast of the Government of Kenya’s (GOK’s) strategies and the results and evidence from a range

Field Officer, Girl Guiding, NCCK jobs at Dadaab Refugee Camp


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Field Officer, Girl Guiding, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa County (Ref: FOPEGG - DRC)

Job Vacancy at a Nairobi Hotel and Resort - Food and Beverage Manager


Our client, a hotel and resort within Nairobi, is looking for Food and Beverage Manager.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for the overall management of the Food and Beverage department in the hotel.

The F&B manager will ensure clients' expectations are met, by planning, directing and overseeing smooth and efficient operations of the restaurant and other food service outlets throughout the hotel.

The F&B Manager must be thoroughly versed in hospitality, service and food standards, anticipating and fulfilling customers’ needs.

He must have full knowledge of Food Operations including menu knowledge and cooking methods, applied menu cycles and service standards.

Job Vacancy in Kenya - Senior HR Partner


Position: Senior HR Partner

Company Profile: Our client is one of the largest manufacturers of confectionery, footwear, food and stationery products in Kenya.

Scope: The Senior Human resources partner will be responsible for assisting the Head in overseeing HR functions across all divisions and will be handling HR Officers in each Division and assist with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties.

Manufacturing Company Brand Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya


Company Profile: Our Client is a manufacturing company that deals in confectionery, footwear and stationery

Industry: Manufacturing

Job Title: Brand Manager

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Implements agreed activities, launches and promotional campaigns as per the approved schedule
  • Collects signals from the market to keep in touch with market developments, externally and internally
  • Monitors and evaluates own performance against the implementation plan and targets and reports to the DGM

Aberdare Safari Hotels Front Office Manager, Sales Manager and Restaurant Manager Jobs in Kenya


Aberdare Safari Hotels [ASH] manages the Outspan Hotel in Nyeri, the Treetops Lodge in Aberdare National Park and the Shimba Lodge in Shimba National Reserve with a head office in Nairobi.

ASH is seeking to recruit young and dynamic individuals to fill the following positions;

Sales Manager

Based in Nairobi

Key responsibility for this position is to ensure that the top line targets for corporate and conferencing segment is achieved.

This position will require an individual who is ambitious, and with a thirst for success.

The position will report to the Group Sales Manager:

Job Description
  • In charge of group corporate business for the group.
  • Ensure that segment targets are met on a monthly basis at all units
  • Grow conferencing business through new accounts and repeat business at all units.
  • Participate in annual business plans specifically taking lead on corporate/conference business plans.
  • Guide management on pricing dynamics for this segment based on market trend and business needs.
  • Manage discounting to this segment within the set policy
  • Develop incentive programs to ensure we attract business from our competitive destinations.
  • Prepare and circulate monthly corporate and conferencing report.
  • Create corporate database usable for making timely management decisions.
  • Ensure that you maintain good relations with all key contacts people at the different organizations
  • Professionally participate and represent company in various relevant meetings or social gatherings
  • Develop workable growth strategies to ensure continuous growth
  • Target high yield conference targets so as to maximize on revenue.
  • Manage direct reports to ensure productivity.
  • Keep abreast with competition and emerging trends within the country.
  • Continuously develop retention/incentives strategies to ensure we retain and grow repeat business.
Ideal Candidate should possess following qualifications and attributes:
  • At least 5 years sales experience within the hotel or service industry in a similar position.
  • Proficient in basic computer office packages
  • Degree in sales/marketing or equivalent
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision
  • Highly networked individual
  • Ability to attend social meetings and professionally tap into business potential
  • Confident individual with ability to make public power point presentations with ease.
  • Good communication skills both written and verbal
  • Strong in leadership and problem solving.
  • Drive to achieve results.
Front Office Manager

The Front Office Manager is responsible for the overall Guests’ Reception and Billing.

The position reports to the General Manager.

Key roles and responsibilities include;
  • Ensuring delivery of quality services by standardization, deployment, monitoring and enforcement of existing and new operating systems and procedures.
  • Definition of supplies & products specifications including quantity, quality & cost to meet guest expectations and desired business performance objectives.

NCCK jobs in kenya - Head Receptionist, Jumuia Conference & Country Home, Limuru


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Head Receptionist, Jumuia Conference & Country Home, Limuru (Ref: HR – JCCH)

NCCK jobs in Kenya - Human Resource Manager, Head Office


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Human Resource Manager, Head Office (Ref:HRM - HO)

Reporting to the General Secretary, this position is responsible for facilitating effective and efficient management of the Council's human resources.

The position involves making decisions on issues related to Human Resources in line with existing policies, procedures and practices of the Council.

It also involves making recommendations to the Core Team, Finance and Administration Committee and General Secretary on Human Resources and operational issues.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration
  • A Master’s Degree in related field will be an added advantage
  • 5 years experience in a senior management position
Other Competencies:
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Organisational and regulatory skills
  • Ready to work under pressure
  • Basic counseling, negotiation and mediation skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Must be flexible, resilient and self-controlled.
Qualified and interested candidates should download the NCCK Job Application Form http://ncck.org/images/ncckfiles/ncck%20job%20application%20form.doc (click on the link to download), fill it out and send it via email to recruitment@ncck.org before 6th April 2012 at 4.00 p.m.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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NCCK kenya Indian Cuisine Cook, Jumuia Resort, Kisumu


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Indian Cuisine Cook, Jumuia Resort, Kisumu (Ref: ICC – JR)

Reporting to the Sous Chef, this position is responsible for preparing, cooking and garnishing meals in conjunction with the supervisor and assisting in the preparation of food items.

NCCK jobs : Laundry Attendant, Jumuia Conference & Beach Resort, Kanamai


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Laundry Attendant, Jumuia Conference & Beach Resort, Kanamai (Ref: LA - JCBR)

NCCK Driver Vacancies in Nairobi, Nakuru, Nyeri and Meru


NCCK, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates, to fill the following position:

Driver - 4 Positions:
  • Head Office (Ref: DVR - HO)
  • South Rift Region (Nakuru) (Ref: DVR - SRR)
  • Central Region (Nyeri) (Ref: DVR - CR)
  • Upper Eastern Region (Meru) (Ref: DVR - UER)
(Kindly use the reference for the preferred location)

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

IEBC Jobs in Kenya - Finance Officer, Systems Analysts, Voter Education Coordinator, Admin Coordinator, Senior HR Officer and Database Admin


The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is established under article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya with the mandate of conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an act of Parliament.

Other duties include delimitation of electoral units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems.

IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy.

The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.

The IEBC invites applications for the following positions.

Finance Officer, Budget

Duties
  • Assist the Manager of Budget in the Preparation Annual Budget and MTEF Budget;

IEBC Jobs in Kenya - Network Engineer, Senior Procurement Officer, Senior Legal Officer, Financial Accountant and Constituency Elections Coordinators


The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is established under article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya with the mandate of conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an act of Parliament.

Other duties include delimitation of electoral units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems.

IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy.

The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.

The IEBC invites applications for the following positions.

Network Engineer

Duties
  • Responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of networks;
  • Develop and maintain policies, standards and specifications for networks;
  • Install all new hardware, systems, and software for networks;
  • Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment and devices;
  • Support administration of servers and server clusters, including regular backups and disaster recovery plans;
  • Plans and supports network and computing infrastructure;
  • Perform troubleshooting analysis of servers, workstations and associated systems;
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, email, anti-virus, anti-spam;
  • Work with vendors that provide the Commission with network solutions and ensure that they deliver on their commitments.
Job Description
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or similar;
  • Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a demanding environment;
  • Networks certifications: Any of CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, and CNE;
  • Systems: Windows, Cisco, UNIX, Linux;
  • Networking: Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables, Racks, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, VoIP, QoS, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, NHRP, ATM, PPP, MPLS;
  • Strong background in planning, deploying and maintaining Microsoft and Cisco products, especially Windows client/server technologies, Active Directory, Cisco LANs, WANs, Voice and Security Solutions;
  • Practical experience installing and configuring network firewalls and devices.
Senior Procurement Officer

Duties
  • Deputizing the Manager, Procurement;
  • Preparation of procurement plans in liaison with user departments;
  • Preparation of tender documents for procurement of goods, works; and services
  • Secretary to Commission Tender Committee;
  • Participate in evaluation of Commission tenders;
  • Preparation of contract documents;
  • Maintain and archive document records for procurement and disposal activities;
  • Make procurement follow up;
  • Monitor payments to suppliers.
Job Description
  • Must have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics or Business Administration degree from a recognized university;
  • An MBA or a Master’s degree in procurement will be an added advantage;
  • Must possess a postgraduate diploma in Procurement/Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution of higher learning or a professional body;
  • Must be a member of a professional procurement body;
  • Must have working experience of 7 years in procurement, two of which must have served in a senior position;
  • Must have good interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Must be conversant with the provisions of the Public Procurement & Disposal Act and the related Regulations;
  • A team player, good management and leadership skills;
  • Must be computer literate and possess good analytical skills;
  • Must be a person of unquestioned integrity.

IEBC Jobs in Kenya - Budget Manager, HR Development Manager, Political Parties Manager, Warehousing Manager and Business Systems Manager


The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is established under article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya with the mandate of conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an act of Parliament.

Other duties include delimitation of electoral units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems.

IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy.

The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.

The IEBC invites applications for the following positions.

Manager, Budget

Duties
  • Preparation of the Commissions Annual Budget and MTEF Budget;
  • Give guidance to Directorates in the preparation of their budgets;
  • Ensure timely preparation of regional and constituency budgets;
  • Review constituency recurrent and development budgets;
  • Play a key role in budget planning, preparation, implementation and monitoring;
  • Facilitate issuance of Authority to Incur expenditure (AIE) to regional offices;
  • Ensure compliance with Treasury and government guidelines on public expenditure;
  • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of government budgetary process;
  • Knowledge of Government Financial Regulations and Procedures;
  • Liaise with Treasury in the management of the budgetary process;
  • Liaise with Treasury for exchequer releases;
  • Budgetary control to ensure Directorates, Regions and the Commission as a whole operate within budget;
Job Description
  • At least an Upper Second Class degree in Economics, Mathematics or Statistics, Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Business Administration from a reputable university;
  • A professional qualifications such as CPA (K), ACCA, ACA or equivalent professional qualifications;
  • A Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting will be an added advantage;
  • Computer literacy and a thorough command of working with an Integrated Financial Management System such as SAP, ACCPAC, Navision, IFMIS, etc;
  • At least 5 years working experience.
Manager, Human Resources Development

Duties
  • Carry out training needs analysis for the Commission;
  • Develop Human Resources development plans;
  • Develop training programs;
  • Implement the Commission’s training plans;
  • Plan and coordinate staff performance appraisals;
  • Develop succession plans for the commission;
  • Maintain staff development database.
Job Description
  • First degree in Human Resources or Degree in Social Sciences and Post graduate Diploma in Human Resources or CPS(K);
  • A master will be added advantage;
  • Six (6) years of relevant working experience
Manager, Political Parties

Duties
  • Assisting in development of policy on Monitoring campaign expenses;
  • Developing policies on political parties expenditure;
  • Establishing oversight unit whose function is to receive information relating to political parties uses of Funds;
  • Monitoring to ensure financial reports submitted by parties meets threshold set by the Campaign Financing law;
  • Preparing regulations for monitoring campaign financing;
  • Promoting liaison between Commission, political parties and other stakeholders;
  • Promoting continuous dialogue with political parties during elections;
  • Ensuring, in liaison with other departments, smooth nominations of candidates and proper handling of party lists;
  • Ensuring strong liaison with Political Parties during elections;
  • Ensuring smooth operations of Political Parties Liaison Committees established by Law.
Job Description
  • Have a degree in Political science, business administration/Human resource management/Industrial Relations or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized university;
  • Be registered with a recognized management professional body;
  • Have worked in a political environment at a senior position for at least eight (8) years;
  • Have demonstrated high degree of professionalism, be self motivated, have administrative capability and outstanding record of integrity;
  • Have leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively.
Manager, Warehousing

Duties
  • In-charge of the Commission’s warehouses;
  • Manage logistics of multiple shipments and deliveries within extreme time constraints;
  • Arrange and coordinate multimillion shilling shipments and incoming orders between the Commission and local and international suppliers;
  • Direct all warehouse operations for elections materials, including outbound deliveries to regions and constituencies, receiving, inventory control, packaging, and labeling of all warehouse items;
  • Develop and establish new storage systems that will improve productivity and accuracy;
  • Load, bind, and arrange pallets, label and transport materials into warehouses;
  • Determine re-order level of all stock items and supplies;
  • Periodically prepare a list of assets and general stores to be disposed of.
Job Description
  • Must have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, statistics, Engineering from a reputable university;
  • Must be a member of a professional Procurement/Supply Chain Management or Warehousing body;
  • Must have 7 years working experience in procurement or warehousing or supply chain management;
  • Proven ability to manage warehouse, inventory, shipping, and receiving operations;
  • Ability to arrange and coordinate regional, national, and global logistics;
  • Hardworking and detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task effectively;
  • Outstanding leadership, motivation, and communication skills,
  • Must possess a good grasp of the provisions of the Public Procurement & Disposal Act and Regulations;
  • Must possess a postgraduate diploma in Procurement/Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution of higher learning or a professional body;
  • Must be computer literate and possess good analytical skills;
  • A Masters degree in Procurement, Warehousing, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance or Accounting will be an added advantage.
Manager, Business Systems

Duties
  • Responsible for planning, coordinating and managing all activities related to the design, acquisition / development and implementation of enterprise application systems for the Commission;
  • Proactively seek opportunities within the Commission and its partners to improve and enhance the efficiency of the organization through innovative and improved systems development;
  • Manage the development and deployment of new application systems and / or enhancements to existing applications throughout the Commission;
  • Provide technical leadership to project teams and developers working on project development teams;
  • Ensure development projects meet business requirements and goals, fulfill end-user expectations, identify and resolve application issues;
  • Review and analyze existing applications effectiveness and efficiency, and then develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems;
  • Ensure that development standards are established, kept up to date and enforced.
  • Coordinate the development of detailed documentation for the operation of implemented systems by users and operators;
  • Prepare and manage budget for own area and allocates resources accordingly;
  • Undertake any other such duties, training and/or work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent and commensurate with the general level of responsibility for this job.
Job Description
  • Education: Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent;
  • Experience: 8 or more years of IT and business/industry work experience in managing teams or projects in systems analysis and/or programming functions;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills;
  • Practical knowledge and full cycle implementation experience of large, integrated IT projects required;
  • Sound knowledge of ICT systems in electoral processes required;
  • Proven knowledge of one or more integrated/ERP systems;
  • Prior demonstration of complex coordination and interaction across functional boundaries;
  • Able to meet strict deadlines, lead diverse teams and projects;
  • Professional certification in Project Management or ERP desired.
The Job Application Process

Applicants should fill the online form provided on the Commission website www.iebc.or.ke/careers.

A printed copy of the form and copies of certificates can be dropped or posted to the

Chief Executive Officer/ Commission Secretary
at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, Anniversary Towers,
6th Floor Reception, University Way,
P. O. Box 45371 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya.

Forms are also available at the Commission Headquarters and Regional Offices.

Applications must be received on or before 30st March 2012.

The Commission is a equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be vetted as per Chapter Six of the Constitution.

OJ.H. Oswaco
Chief Executive Officer / Commission Secretary
 
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