Job in Nairobi Kenya at Kituo Cha Sheria Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Kituo Cha Sheria is a leading Human Rights and Legal Aid Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) founded in 1973. 

We are seeking to recruit a dynamic, self driven and result oriented person to fill in the following position in our organization:-.

Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer 

Ref. KCS/ED/APP 2012
 

The Executive Director (ED) shall be responsible to the Board of Directors for formulating strategic plans and policy proposals as well as directing and co-ordinating the general functioning of the organisation. 

The ED shall also be responsible for implementing action plans as well as reviewing organisational performance against set targets. 

Other duties include fund raising and negotiating grants, representing the organisation in its dealings with external bodies, Secretary to the Board as well as providing effective leadership to maximise employees’ creativity and commitment.
 

Minimum Qualifications and Training: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree, with relevant training in human rights, organisational result based management or equivalent qualifications. A masters degree in human rights will be an added advantage.
 

Relevant Experience: Must have been an Advocate of the High Court for a minimum of seven (7) years. 

The successful candidate must demonstrate a track record of success in managing a legal and human rights organisation for a minimum of two (2) years; experience of working with a civil society organisation and knowledge of the NGO sector. 

Candidate must have experience in managing projects and working with community groups and organisations. Experience in donor funding procedures is a critical requirement for the post.
 

Skills: 

Must be proactive with strong communication, interpersonal and influential skills. 

Also must be proficient in using Computers and in possession of a valid driving licence. 

Must be a team player and a team leader with demonstrable success and impact.

Key duties and responsibilities include:

• Developing strategic management plans and budgets as well as setting targets, monitoring and evaluating organisational performance.
• Developing and implementing effective organisational operational manuals, including financial accounting, procurement and logistics as well as human resourcesmanagement.
• Developing appropriate fundraising strategies as well as sustainable alternative revenue sources.
• Developing appropriate public relations strategies designed to promote KITUO’s image and relations with all stakeholders.
• Reviewing the operations and results of the organisation and providing periodical reports both narrative and financial to the Board of Directors.
• Preparing annual reports and filing returns in compliance with statutory requirements.

Applications including a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant testimonials, contact details, motivation statement for the job and an indication of present remuneration should be addressed to:-
 

The Chairman,
Board of Directors
Kituo Cha Sheria (Centre for Legal Empowerment)
P. O. Box 7483 - 00300, Ronald Ngala, Nairobi
Email: hr@kituochasheria.or.ke
 

Indicate the job reference number on the sealed envelope.
 

The application must reach us on or before 7th September 2012.
 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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Chief Executive Officer - Muhigia Sacco Job in Kenya

Muhigia Sacco society limited is a countrywide, leading medium sized, fast growing and licensed deposit taking Sacco in Kenya. 

In order to assist the Sacco achieve its vision, mission and objectives, Muhigia Sacco is seeking to recruit self motivated, dynamic, creative, energetic, charismatic, result oriented and experienced person to fill the following position:
 

Chief Executive Officer
 

Job Summary

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for providing visionary leadership and direction in the realization of the Sacco’s long term business strategy.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and effective management of all the Sacco affairs.
• Provide the Technical Support and Advice to the Board of Directors on all matters relating to financial, operations, strategies and business opportunities.
• Leading, Motivating and developing skilled workforce through embedding performance development and couching through identification of the staff training needs and enshrine them in the training programmes of the Society.
• Providing proactive public relations to enhance the Sacco’s corporate image.
• Implement without delay all the recommendations from the Government regulatory bodies and the Board of Directors.
• Be custodian of all the Sacco funds and property and ensure their safety.
• Preparing the relevant timely Budgets and other Financial Reports for the Boards Perusal and Approval.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required.

• Masters Degree in a Business Related Field.
• CPA part 1 and above.
• Proficiency in Computer skills. Past working experience with Bankers Realm will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years experience in a senior management position, preferably in a Sacco.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, high level of integrity, team leader and innovative.
• Age; 40 years and above.
• Strong Analytical skills.
• Demonstratable leadership and management skills.

Qualified applicants should send their hand written application letter and detailed cvs together with copies of certificates/transcripts and testimonials to the undersigned not later than Wednesday 11th July, 2012.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

The Chairman,
Muhigia Sacco Society Ltd

P.O. Box 83-10300

Kerugoya.
 

Email: info@muhigiasacco.cop

Website: www.muhigiasacco.coop

 

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Chief Executive Officer Job in Lake Victoria North Water Services Board (LVNWSB) Kenya

Establishment
 

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board (LVNWSB) is one of the eight Water Services Boards established under the Water Sector Reforms Programme through the Water Act 2002 for the purpose of bringing about efficiency and sustainability in the provision of water supply and sanitation services in the country. 

The Board was established through Kenya Gazette Notice No. 1717 of 12th March, 2004 and licensed by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) on 11th May, 2007.
 

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board covers seven counties including the entire Western Province and parts of the Rift Valley Province. Geographically, this translates to about 14,000 square kilometers, with an estimated population of about 7,000,000 people.

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board is seeking to recruit a suitable self driven, result oriented and highly qualified individual to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Responsibilities
 

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board of Directors, and shall be the Principal Officer of the Board responsible for the overall leadership and implementation of the Board mandate and aspirations as may be outlined in the performance targets and strategic plan.
 

Job Profile

• Carrying out day-to-day business of the Board to ensure that departments, sections and units conform to the overall operations plans and performance targets.
• Providing overall leadership and overall administration of the operations of the Lake Victoria North Water Services Board under the guidance of the Board.
• Developing short term corporate strategies, for Board of Directors approval, for effective implementation of the strategies stipulated in the Board’s Strategic Plan;
• Managing internal multidisciplinary teams and external parties to ensure set objectives are achieved.
• Developing performance standards together with mechanisms for ensuring compliance therewith by Water Service Providers.
• Promoting Board’s image and develop good working relationship with all stakeholders and partners while promoting the principles of good governance in the Board’s area of jurisdiction;
• Developing networks and partnerships with development partners and spearhead donor collaboration, fund raising and project development within the Board’s area of jurisdiction.
• Advising the Board of Directors on expansion of business operations, investment planning and sustainable development of water service facilities.
• Directing and coordinating the Board’s operations and administration so as to ensure that the various organs of the Board operate in conformity with the overall operational plans and performance targets;
• Advising the Board of Directors concerning future activities of the Board and also on the objectives and policies while eliminating any form of risks which would affect the smooth management of the organization.
• Ensuring compliance with Government’s policy and regulatory guidelines and directives.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized university and be a registered member of ERB or relevant professional body where applicable;
• A Masters degree in Engineering or Water Sciences, or Business Management/ Administration will be an added advantage;
• Should have at least ten (10) years of experience in a Water and Sanitation Sector, and at least 5 years in Senior Management position;
• Should have undergone a Corporate Governance/Leadership Course in a recognized institution;
• Should have experience of implementing donor funded projects;
• Should have track history of integrity, creativity, innovation, self drive and result orientation.
• Should have exceptional visionary leadership and negotiation skills with capacity to engage with local, regional and international organizations:
• Should have excellent communication and presentation skills, strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and team capacities and high professional ethical standing.
• Should be self-driven and capable of working under minimum supervision;

Application
 

Interested and qualified candidates should send their sealed applications by Registered post or Courier services clearly marked “Application for Chief Executive Officer, Lake Victoria North Water Services Board” attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating their current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 17th July, 2012.
 

To:
 

The Chairman
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673 – 50100
Kakamega

Email: ceo@lvnwsb.go.ke
 

* Important Notice: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture.

Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

 

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Managing Director Job in a Utility Company Kenya

Our Client, a utility company mandated to provide cost effective and affordable quality water and sanitation services in Kenya, seeks to recruit goal-oriented, self-motivated and qualified persons to fill the following management positions:

Position: Managing Director 

Ref No. BoD/MD/2011

Reporting to: Board of Directors

Job Grade: 1

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and executing the overall business strategy for the Company and translating Board and shareholder mandates to the business and representing management to the board. 

The position ensures that the Company meets its strategic objectives in a changing environment to achieve overall goals of the Company.

Key Result Area / Principle Accountabilities and Duties

• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the Company’s strategic plans to enhance profitability and shareholder value.
• Ensure the business promotion is carried out as per developed and formulated plans so as to attain planned rate of return of assets.
• Ensure effective mobilization and utilization of resources.
• Advise the board on the Company’s performance.
• Cultivate and encourage a productivity culture of results in the Company.
• Establish, direct and manage the Company’s managerial, financial and operational systems, procedures and controls to ensure that they are professional, workable and sustainable.
• Provide strategic direction on new investments, business opportunities and change initiatives.
• Nurture the organization’s human resource and ensure that appropriate management structures and policies are developed and implemented.
• Provide relationship management and networking with local and global business partners and stakeholders.
• Promote sound corporate governance and ethical standards.
• Provide proactive public relations and enhance the Company’s corporate image.

Educational and Professional Qualifications, and Work Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Management or Law from a recognized university;
• Must have a relevant Masters degree from a recognized University;
• Be a member of a professional body in the relevant professional field;
• 8 years traceable experience and knowledge of corporate governance, 5 years of which must be at senior management level and three (3 years) in Utility Management;
• Proven change management credentials.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Must demonstrate team management, excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills;
• Have a clear understanding of the Vision and Mission of the company and ability to translate the company’s activities and plans in realization of the same;
• Ability to provide sound leadership in managing a diverse workforce;
• Must be a person of high integrity;
• Excellent knowledge in computer operating packages;
• Active participation at community level;
• Demonstrate experience in driving change and initiate growth in an organization;
• Ability to lead a team in a dynamic environment.

The position is senior and demand excellent people management and development skills, written and oral communication skills both in English and Kiswahili, and high degree of honesty and integrity.

Candidates who meet the above specifications and have the drive to join a highly motivated work team, should submit their applications with a detailed CV giving three (3) names of referees, attach copies of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Clearance Certificate and KRA Tax Compliance Certificate.

Provide a reliable telephone and e-mail contact of self and referees, clearly quoting the reference numbers to reach us on or before Monday 16th July 2012 addressed to

DN/A 1318
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

 

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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

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Manufacturing Industry Job Opportunity in Kenya - CEO Job Vacancy

CEO Job Description

Main Purpose of the Job

Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for an individual to provide overall leadership, oversight and policy direction to ensure that the business achieves its vision, objectives and strategies.

Field of Responsibilities

• Oversee company personnel to ensure a well motivated, high performance work force.
• Develop a strategic-management framework to advance the company's mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth.
• Oversee company operations to ensure production efficiency, quality, outstanding customer service, cost-effective management of resources, and ensuring compliance with the laws of the country

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Country Director (Uganda) Job opportunity at Heifer International

Heifer International is a global nonprofit with a proven solution to ending hunger and poverty using sustainable practices.

Since 1944, Heifer has helped empower millions of families in more than 125 countries to lift themselves out of poverty and hunger to self-reliance through gifts of extensive training, livestock, seeds and trees, providing a multiplying source of food and income.

Heifer International is seeking a Country Director who will manage and operate the Heifer Uganda country office.

The Country Director will lead and be responsible for all programmatic and financial operations and will ensure the country program’s projects and programs are executed with quality and accountability.

The Country Director will also lead country program efforts to respond to calls for proposals and other funding opportunities.

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KWS Job Opportunities In Kenya

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya.

The Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at its Headquarters and the Airwing.


1. Deputy Director Strategy & Change

JG ”2”
One (1) Post

Reporting to the Director, the position will drive the business transformation and new product / business across all consumer channels.

It provides intelligence, insight and perspectives on changing landscapes of conservation.

It monitors the activities and the strategic intent of key players and influencers in the arena of conservation & presentation and identifying appropriate response for our strategic focus.

The position will also provide strategic framework, planning processes and intelligence to underpin the formulation of the strategic direction for the Service.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Design both short and long term strategic development plans by identifying benchmark goals for the organization and a clear mechanism for achievement of those goals
* Provide the expertise and objectivity to analyze and evaluate business development opportunities
* Maintain effective corporate intelligence.
* Leads the Marketing and development team.
* Leads the Corporate Communication team.
* Manage the Business strategy and planning processes.

Job Requirements

* MBA degree with a bias in Strategic Management and Organizational Development from a recognized institution.
* Possesses a thorough understanding of brands management, market, business and culture.
* Experience in formulating and driving long term strategic plans, strategies and roadmaps.
* Demonstrated ability to react quickly, asses and implement solutions.
* At least five (5) years experience in Management position.
* Possession of valid certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

2. Head of Administration
JG ”3a”
One (1) Post

Reporting to the Deputy Director Finance and Administration, the overall responsibility for the successful candidate will be to ensure provision of effective and efficient administrative services.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Formulating and reviewing policies related to administration functions.
* Ensuring insurance policies and related services are acquired.
* Ensuring offices, office equipment/furniture and supplies are provided.
* Ensuring grounds are maintained and utilities provided.
* Coordinating and liaising with service providers in relation to outsourced services
* Developing and implementing disposal plan for obsolete, unusable stores & equipment and recommending appropriate disposal procedures on disposable assets to the Board of Survey.
* Ensuring stores and supplies manuals for all KWS Divisions, Sections and Stations are prepared and supplied.
* Ensuring work plans, budgets and AIE controls are prepared
* Ensuring timely maintenance of Institutional buildings; residential and non-residential.

Job Requirements
* MBA degree with a bias in Administration or equivalent
* Diploma in Business Administration
* Communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
* At least five (5) years experience in Management position.
* Possession of valid certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

3. Helicopter Pilot
JG ”5”
One (1) Post

Reporting to the Chief Pilot the overall responsibility for the successful candidate will be to undertake aerial surveillance for effective provision of wildlife management services.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Flying KWS helicopters.
* Participating in security operations.
* Participating in aerial wildlife management activities –darting of animals & census.
* Training other pilots
* Any other duty assigned by the chief pilot.

Job Requirements
* Must be a Kenyan citizen.
* Must be in possession of Commercial Helicopter Flying License (CPL) or above.
* Minimum 1000 hours Gas Turbine helicopters.
* Minimum of 100 hours in Bell helicopters.
* Must be ready to cope with off base field operations.
* Must be in possession of minimum academic qualification of KCSE –C+ or “O” level KCE – Div. II.
* Must be ready to undertake a mandatory paramilitary conversion course if not an ex-uniformed officer.
* Additional advantages if;

1. Rated in both 206 and 407 models
2. Training in Air Operations safety
3. Basic degree will be an added advantage

* Possession of valid certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and email of three referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 1st November, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Director
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi.

Chief Executive Officer Job Vacancy at Coast Water Services Board Re-Advertisement

Coast Water Services Board (CWSB) was established under the State Corporations Act, Chapter 446 of the Laws of Kenya vide Legal Notice No. 1328 of 27th February, 2004.

The core mandate of the Board as given under clause 53(1) of the Water Act 2002 is that as a Licensee, ¡t will be responsible for mandate efficient and economical provision of water services authorized by the license issued by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB).

Coast Water Services Board is seeking to recruit a suitable self driven, result oriented and highly qualified individual to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer.

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board of Directors, and shall be the Principal Officer of the Board responsible for the overall leadership and implementation of the Board mandate and aspirations as may be outlined in the performance targets and strategic plan.

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Country Director, Tanzania Job Vacancy at TechnoServe

Country Director, Tanzania

Reports to: Regional Director for East Africa

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Travel: Moderate travel within Tanzania and internationally

TechnoServe Background:

TechnoServe is an international, non-profit economic development organization founded in 1968 out of a conviction that a vibrant private sector is an essential foundation for economic growth and poverty reduction.

TechnoServe undertakes targeted, catalytic technical assistance and other programming to increase the competitiveness of entrepreneurs, businesses and industries that in-turn provide sustainable employment, inclusion of the poor and increased incomes.

TechnoServe operates in 25 developing countries with over 900 employees. A substantial portion of our work is in agriculture, enhancing farm productivity and commodity quality and addressing gaps in processing and other agribusiness capacities.

Our programs increase smallholder access to new technologies, aggregation and storage mechanisms, markets, critical information and finance.

TechnoServe also undertakes structured programs to identify and support high potential entrepreneurs in various sectors through leadership mentoring networks, formalization support, access to capital and development of sustainable business services such as accounting, finance, marketing and human resource management.

Program Description:

TechnoServe Tanzania is an emerging flagship platform working with more than 100,000 direct beneficiaries to help them improve their incomes and livelihoods.

Our 150+ staff work across multiple value chains - including staple crops such as maize, rice and cassava, and cash crops including coffee, cocoa, cotton and tomatoes, among others - to help farmers shift from subsistence to commercial enterprise by improving productivity, establishing farmer-owned enterprises and creating market linkages with reliable buyers in local, regional and international markets.

In addition, our teams work with many of Tanzania’s agro-processors to increase the growth of their businesses and strengthen the agro-processing sector overall with technical assistance and business advisory services.

Primary Purpose & Function:

Lead all aspects of TechnoServe’s operations in Tanzania to achieve sustainable economic development in a cost-effective manner.

Impact: Strategically select areas of work, partnerships and methodologies that most effectively contribute to poverty reduction, and assure excellence of implementation through total quality management and evidence-based decision-making.

Leadership: Develop, inspire and enable a team of Tanzanian and international professionals to deliver high quality results, and effectively manage human resources, finance and back office functions to optimize cost-effectiveness.

Fundraising: Secure funding to sustain and grow TechnoServe’s contribution to the economic development of Tanzania.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of this position fall into four broad categories: Fundraising, Operations, Leadership (people and strategy) and Administration.

Leadership

• Regularly develop and adapt the country strategic vision and direction and execute it in keeping with TechnoServe’s overall strategic plan;
• Establish and foster relationships with a broad network of donors, practitioners, government representatives and business leaders in the Tanzanian economic development field, assimilating and contributing to new developments in the sector;
• Recruit, orient and provide for the professional development of highly effective staff in all functions;
• Motivate, inspire and enable a team of Tanzanian and international professionals to deliver high quality results
• Identify and pursue innovative solutions to poverty reduction

Fundraising

• Identify opportunities where TechnoServe can play a role in catalyzing more competitive, inclusive industries and entrepreneurship;
• Undertake industry assessments, market research and other analytical exercises that generate insight into opportunities for TechnoServe to achieve its mission
• Secure funding for the country program by developing concepts, leading sound project design and writing winning proposals;
• Cultivate and maintain TechnoServe in-country partner and donor relationships with USAID and other US government agencies; local government, bilateral and multilateral development/donor organizations; foundations and relevant local NGOs; private sector associations and corporations.

Operations

• Oversee the design, planning and high quality, timely execution of TNS programs in the field;
• Plan for and execute robust monitoring and evaluation of program outputs and outcomes;
• Ensure cost-effective delivery of donor and client commitments
• Contribute to the documentation and sharing of knowledge within the broader TechnoServe community

Administration

• Ensure high quality and timely donor reporting;
• Oversee all TechnoServe Tanzania financial affairs, including budgets, adherence to effective internal financial controls and review of monthly financial reporting;
• Act as legal representative of TechnoServe in Tanzania, conducting all affairs with the government, the media and partners in keeping with TNS policies and procedures;
• Maintain good governance practices for all TechnoServe related entities in Tanzania in accordance with Tanzanian law;
• Responsible for participation and compliance with all TNS corporate processes such as the annual planning process, attendance at the annual CD meeting, preparation of Program Status and pipeline reports and overseeing the correct and complete updating of the core indicator database.

Knowledge & Expertise:

• Advanced degree in business, economics, agriculture or related field with 10-15 years solid professional experience with progressively higher levels of responsibility
• A minimum of 2 years experience leading a business unit or large-scale project with responsibility for all aspects of operations
• A minimum of 5 years experience working in a developing country, preferably in east or southern Africa.
• Demonstrated ability to form, motivate and lead a diverse team to achieve results
• Proven capacity to represent your organization among a diverse range of stakeholders and to fundraise effectively
• Clear evidence of operations management and administration skills
• Strong diplomatic skills to support effective work with government, implementing partners and donors
• Prefer private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills
• Strong analytical as well as oral and written communications skills a must
• Fluent reading, writing, speaking and computer literacy skills in English
• Good working knowledge of economic development, agricultural value chains and entrepreneurship promotion

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Managing Director Job opportunity in East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) Kenya

The East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA), a Company Limited by Guarantee is a voluntary membership organization bringing together Tea Producers, Buyers, Brokers, Warehouses and Packers all working to promote the best interests of the Tea Trade ¡n Africa.

Currently, membership comprises over one hundred fifty companies extending across the East and Central African borders.

In order to achieve its strategic goals, EATTA is seeking to recruit a highly driven, dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the position of Managing Director.

Reporting to the Board, the Managing Director will

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Deputy Regional Director, Regional M&E Advisor, Regional ICT Advisor and Regional Behavior Change Communications Advisor Jobs in Danya Africa Kenya

Danya International Kenya Limited was founded in 2008 and serves as Danya International’s Africa Regional Office.

We have the following open positions in Kenya.

Deputy Regional Director

Summary:

Danya Africa is currently leading high impact behavior change communication, information communication technology and monitoring and evaluation interventions in public health and food security.

The Deputy Regional Director will work together with the Regional Director to provide program management and implementation oversight for all of Danya’s initiatives in the region. In addition to programmatic responsibilities,

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Managing Director Job Vacancy in Kenya Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Services

Opportunity in the Water Sector

Managing Director

Our client, Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Services (Nairobi Water) is a wholly owned subsidiary of City Council of Nairobi.

The organisation is charged with providing water and sewerage services to its residents under an agreed framework that ensures adequate and quality supply of water, affordable tariffs, maintenance and improvement of water and sewerage infrastructure.

Its mission ¡s to ‘provide sustainable water and sewerage services that exceed customer needs’.

In order to achieve its goals, the organization ¡s seeking to recruit a dynamic, qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Managing Director.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director will be the chief executive of the organisation with the responsibility for providing

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OSIEA Deputy Director Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

The Open Society Foundations work worldwide to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.

OSIEA implements initiatives to advance justice, free speech, public health, and independent media in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan and South Sudan.

The Deputy Director is a key member of the senior management team responsible for providing program and administrative management and for ensuring that office operations are conducted effectively and efficiently in support of OSIEA programs.

Based in Nairobi, the position works with the entire team and reports to the Executive Director to ensure performance standards are met.

Responsibilities

Program Management and Staff Supervision

• Provide strategic vision, guidance and leadership on matters relating to OSIEA’s programming, strategy, management, governance, and budget
• Supervise and provide substantive guidance, feedback and support to designated program staff in refining the overall strategic direction of OSIEA’s focus areas, in establishing program priorities, and in designing and carrying out projects
• Put into place a process to oversee the preparation of the annual program strategy and budget plans with the director, program staff and board, including an annual staff retreat
• Assist the director in overseeing the production of OSIEA communications and publications, including by writing and editing documents.
• Develop and apply learning, monitoring and evaluation criteria to better measure the effectiveness and outcomes of OSIEA projects
• As required, represent the director at meetings within the OSF network and externally
• Develop and coordinate special projects as requested by the director

Office Management and Administration

• Oversee the daily operations of the organization, supervise staff, and stand in for the director as needed
• Oversee planning for and preparation of OSIEA board meetings, including the grant approval process.
• Develop and oversee mechanisms for regular staff communication, including monthly conference calls and regular meetings/calls between relevant colleagues as well as the board.
• Put into place oversight mechanisms to ensure compliance with internal policy and legal requirements
• Serve as the primary contact for financial oversight throughout the year
• Oversee security procedures to ensure the safety of OSI staff traveling in the region

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and at least ten years work experience
• Substantive knowledge of the Eastern African region
• Five years experience as a manager with an understanding of the principles and practices involved in the effective management of a complex institution. Must enjoy management.
• Proven commitment to the protection of human rights and knowledge of the East African region
• Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
• Ability to manage several simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
• Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
• Willingness to travel as needed

At OSIEA, all staff are expected to work at integrating the organizational values into the performance of their duties and tasks on a daily basis and by participating in in-house working groups designed to uphold the values and foster healthy inter-office communication.

For more information: www.soros.org and www.soros.org/initiatives/osiea

Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package

No phone calls, please. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Search closes: October 6, 2011

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

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Director of Franchise Development & Operations and Health Financing Consultant Jobs in Kenya - The HealthStore Foundation®

The Organization: The HealthStore Foundation® is seeking qualified candidates for a new full-time position at its CFW network in Kenya.

Since 2000, the CFW (“Child and Family Wellness”) franchise network has served over 2.5 million Kenyans at the base of the economic pyramid with high-quality, affordable medicines and basic healthcare.

While maintaining 75 existing CFW clinics in Kenya, The HealthStore Foundation® now plans to launch a new enterprise in Kenya under the CFW brand.

Title: Director of Franchise Development and Operations

Location: Kenya

As Director of Franchise Development and Operations, you will lead the development of a new CFW business model while overseeing the performance of the existing CFW model’s operations.

You will be creating this new model collaboratively with HealthStore’s US-based board of directors, senior management, and operation in Kenya.

We are very interested in candidates who have successfully started or grown for-profit multi-unit retail businesses in Africa, and who understand the dynamics of both individual retail units and of retail chains.

You need not necessarily have experience in healthcare to apply; we are interested in hiring a competent, hands-on, risk-tolerant leader to launch and grow a successful multi-unit retail business.

Qualifications:

• Speaks Kiswahili and English fluently
• Has successfully managed or grown a multi-unit, for-profit retail business
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build, manage, and collaboratively lead a team of 5-25 people
• Strong analytical skills
• Willingness to take risks, makes decisions, and act independently
• Demonstrated tendency to act decisively and independently in highly ambiguous environments
• Has successfully developed businesses serving low-income populations in Africa

Salary/benefits: Commensurate with experience. Will include performance-based components

How to Apply: Please submit CVs via email to info@healthstore.org, including references by 16th September 2011

Title: Health Financing Consultant

Location: Kenya

Qualifications:

• Speaks Kiswahili and English fluently
• Connected to leaders and practitioners in Kenya in micro health insurance, prepaid healthcare schemes, national health insurance, community-based health insurance, etc.
• Well versed in the nuts and bolts of health financing at the base of the pyramid
• Deep understanding of nuanced realities of delivery of products and services to low-income populations in Kenya
• Ability to single-handedly manage an initiative from start to finish, including design, marketing, administration, etc.
• Experience designing and delivering products or services at the base of the pyramid in Africa, and/or developing businesses serving low-income populations in Africa
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to reflect detailed field findings in financial models
• Multi-unit retail experience a plus
• Willingness to take risks, makes decisions, and act independently
• Demonstrated tendency to act decisively and independently in highly ambiguous environments

Salary: Consulting fees commensurate with experience, including performance-based components

How to Apply: Please submit CVs via email to info@healthstore.org, including references by 16th September 2011 

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Director Jobs and Careers at - Kenya Conservatoire of Music

The Kenya Conservatoire of Music seeks to recruit a development oriented individual to the position ofDirector.

The ideal candidate who is expected to work independently and with minimum supervision should have a keen interest in Music and at least the following qualifications and skills.

University degree preferably in Social Sciences or Education or Economics or Business Administration

Dip ABRSM or equivalent

Strong organisation and planning skills

Good leadership skills

Approachability

Good proposal writing and Communication skills

Financial Management skills

Good IT skills

Interested persons should submit a soft copy of the application letter and CV to
info@conservatoire.co.ke no later than 20th September 2011.

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Executive Assistant to Director General Job in ILRI Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy Number: EA/DG/09/11

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2-year contract renewable

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development.

ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia (principal site), with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China).

ILRI seeks to recruit an Executive Assistant to the Director General. The purpose of this job is to provide professional support and assistance to the Director General by coordinating the day to day management of the Office of the Director General (DG) and proactively support the DG in management of his work plan and time.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks and will be able to work independently with little or no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the DG’s annual work plan: assist with monitoring and updating;
• Manage the DG’s diary: allocate times for meetings and specific tasks.
• Handle the DG’s email inbox and other correspondence: draft and prepare responses, provide feedback and forward requests to relevant people;
• Oversee the DG’s travel schedule: plan and coordinate logistics for local, regional and international visits and meetings;
• Organize internal meetings, take minutes and track progress on action points;
• Assist the DG in meeting preparation: review agendas and minutes, highlight areas for attention and search for background information;
• Support the DG in following up on priority issues and actions;
• Maintain up-to-date database of the Director General’s contacts (institutional and personal);
• Develop and maintain systems and processes to ensure proper and efficient information flows to and from appropriate parties;
• Monitor and follow-up on assigned activities, ensuring quality and timely completion of tasks;
• Maintain efficient filling and archiving systems for DG’s office documentation;
• Train, develop and supervise administrative assistant and office assistant;
• Interact with staff and visitors to the Office of the DG.

Requirements

• First degree in Business Administration or related field.
• At least 5 years experience in a comparable executive assistant/senior administrative position;
• Demonstrated ability to handle high level administrative duties, excellent calendar management skills, including the coordination of a heavy meeting/travel schedule.
• Must be proficient in MS-Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Self-driven, with excellent skills in, planning, prioritizing, organizing and problem solving.
• Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
• Ability to work under high pressure and meet tight and competing deadlines.
• High level of initiative, problem solving, judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise discretion with highest respect for confidentiality.

Terms of appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only.

The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

ILRI will offer a competitive salary and benefits package to the successful candidate.

Applications addressed to the Human Resources Director, a cover letter, including current and expected salary, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience should be emailed to: ILRIexecutiveassistant@cgiar.org.

Screening of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The position title and reference number “EA/DG/09/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org

ILRI is an equal opportunity employer
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WCDO Africa Area Director Job in Kenya (RE-AD)

World Concern Development organization wishes to recruit a qualified and competent person for the following position within World Concern Africa Area office:

Position: Africa Area Director

Location: Africa Area Regional Office- Nairobi

Reports To: Senior Director, Operations.

Supervises: Country Directors- Africa, Regional Office staff and Uganda Representative.

General Summary: 

The Africa Area Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of all of World Concern’s programs in Africa; Lead national and expatriate staff in successful fundraising, program development, management and expansion of WC’s disaster assistance and development programs in Africa.

He/She ensures cohesive alignment of program, country and organizational strategies to deliver an integrated development approach to reduce extreme poverty. International travel in the region includes Somalia, Sudan, Chad, Uganda, Kenya and others as necessary. Travel to the US averages two times per year to attend meetings.

Essential Job Duties: 

Leadership, Governance & Management

• Provide the strategic leadership, management, administration, planning, organization, and controls necessary to accomplish World Concern’s objectives in Africa.
• Expand organizational capacity to identify opportunities, create innovative approaches, generate quality proposals, implement successful programs and monitor for effective learning and increased impact.
• Guide staff in pursuit of the vision, mission and World Concern’s core values through exemplary Christian leadership, lifestyle and ministry integrity
• Ensure the health and spiritual growth of the organization through discipleship programs, personal modeling and fostering of transparent accountable relationships.
• Facilitate synergy between country programs to exploit core competencies or comparative advantages and overcome challenges
• Participate as a member of the World Concern Global Leadership Team providing field based perspective for the development of policies and strategic plans of World Concern.
• Maintain organizational compliance with all relevant country laws or regulations ensuring WC is in good standing with government agencies.
• Serve as Chairman of WCDO local board in Kenya bringing key issues to the forefront for discussion and decision making.
• Mentor direct reports for improved decision making, increased skill development and higher capacity to lead others.
• Ensure effective policies and procedures are being utilized to enhance selection, motivation, development, nurture and evaluation of personnel.
• Ensure organizational management tools are being implemented and completed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for staff and asset security ensuring that country programs are maintaining and implementing good security practices and procedures.
• Ensure programs in the Africa region have integrated spiritual impact strategy in operation plans that are appropriate to the country contexts.

Financial Management

• Ensure compliance with World Concern finance policies and procedures.
• Monitor program and country financial reports on a monthly basis working closely with Country Directors to ensure programs stay within available funding sources and that program expenditures are reasonable and allowable.
• Supervise the Regional Accountant and Regional Grant/Compliance Officer to ensure that financial systems and reports have integrity.
• Advise senior management regarding changes, trends or developments that might influence decision making or pose additional risk to the organization.

Communication & Reporting

• Ensure that programs and country offices deliver the necessary written, oral, and visual input for use by Resource Development to promote the work of World Concern.
• Foster effective communication throughout the organization by keeping relevant people in the know; sharing information transparently, appropriately and in a manner that engenders trust and goodwill. Ability to keep things appropriately confidential.
• Ensure timely, accurate, professional internal and external reports for all World Concern projects/programs or administration in compliance with WC, donor and other stakeholder requirements.

Networking, Donor and Public Relations

• Develop a growing inter-agency networking strategy leading to increased opportunities for partnership and program funding
• Represent World Concern as the primary contact in Africa for partnerships, organizational memberships, UN, US Government and other key relationships
• Facilitate networking and partner relationships to expand WC Africa donor base resulting in increased locally raised funding sources for all programs.
• Assure effective collaboration with fund-raising conducted out of the US by Crista and WR donor relations and marketing.

Essential Qualifications: 

1) Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field. Master’s Degree in development, leadership or other relevant field is desirable

2) Minimum 7 years management experience in relief and development with at least 3 years in a senior management role. Must have extensive experience managing US Government funded programs. Prior experience working in conflict or post-conflict settings is a must. Significant experience living and working cross culturally. Proven ability to write quality program proposals. Successful at fundraising across a broad spectrum of donors.

3) Competencies: 

• Leadership;
• Initiative;
• Judgment;
• Cooperation/Teamwork:
• Reliability:
• Communication:
• Problem Solving:
• Staff Development:
• Networking:
• Confidentiality

4. Excellent command of the English language both written and oral is required. Proficiency in Kiswahili is highly desirable. Ability to speak, French or Arabic is a plus.

If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, please send your cover letter and a CV including a day-time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees to worldconcernhr@wcdro.org.

The deadline for receiving the applications is 31st August, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Chief Executive Officer at EACSOF (CEO) Job Vacancy

An Exciting Leadership Opportunity with Civil Society in East Africa

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

The East African Civil Society Organizations’ Forum (EACSOF) is an autonomous umbrella body of all Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in East Africa.

Its mission is “to provide a platform and catalyze a critical mass of organized civil society to engage in need-driven, people-centered East Africa integration and cooperation process effectively and proactively for equitable and sustainable development”.

EACSOF seeks a qualified, energetic and capable candidate to serve as a CEO. He/she will be
responsible for high-level policy advocacy and interaction with leaders from the region.

Reporting directly to the Governing Council, the CEO will head the Secretariat and oversee
the day to day operations of the Forum.

Key duties and responsibilities 

• Provide strategic direction to EACSOF;
• Establish and develop relationships with current and potential donors across the corporate and development sectors;
• Provide financial oversight and ensure responsible and accountable use of EACSOF funds;
• Establish and implement human resource, financial management, governance and organisational learning systems and monitor compliance with local, regional and International laws and NGO best practices;
• Direct the process of conceptualizing, organizing and measuring the impact of EACSOF programmes and activities;
• Oversee the development, implementation and documentation of a public-private partnership profile for EACSOF in the region especially with EAC;
• Create a programme for expansion of EACSOF membership and set up information systems, skills and contacts exchange within the region;
• Coordinate research that enables EACSOF to build an evidence base that informs its institutional development and programming;
• Create and foster alliances and partnerships with other civil societies, private sector organizations, governments and NGO’s within the region;
• Participate in the building of a strong, visible and public EACSOF brand through active and regular participation and contributions in the social and audio-visual media on the discourse on the EAC regional integration process;
• Manage staff and act as the focal person for all EACSOF working groups; 
• Develp systems and structures to allow alignment of staff, members, volunteers and donors to EACSOF vision and organizational culture; and
• Coach, mentor and nurture the skills and potential of staff to facilitate succession management.

Person Specifications 

• A Bachelors degree in social sciences is a must;
• A Masters degree in Human Rights, Law, Good Governance, International Polictics or social science or specialisation in a field related will be an added advantage;
• At least 3 years of professional working experience in a network organization or other reputable organization (international organization, consultancy, bilateral agency, etc.);
• Expertise in networking, resource mobilization and setting up institutions/organizations;
• Knowledge of the issues related to the Civil Society and the East African Community;
• Dynamic, mature and charismatic individual with proven integrity and an influential personality;
• Experience in advocacy, lobbying and negotiating;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili are mandatory, while knowledge of the French language will be an added advantage;
• Experience working in a regional or international environment; and
• Good working knowledge of modern information communication and technology systems including social media.

If you believe you are the right candidate for this position and can clearly demonstrate your
ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV,
stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting
reference number CEO — EACSOF (09111) to reach us on or before 2 September 2011
addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Walyaki Way
P.O. Box 40092 00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke

This is a re-advertisement and candidates who applied for this position in June 2011 need not reapply. 

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KEBS - Managing Director Job .(Re-Ad)

Ref: CEO-KEBS/08/2011

The Organization

Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) is the National Standards Body established under the Standards Act, Cap 496 of the Laws of Kenya.

KEBS mandate is to safeguard the reputation of Kenya's products and services as well as the imports brought into the country by ensuring the quality, reliability and reputation of these products and services, facilitating industrial efficiency and development in order to improve public and industrial welfare.

KEBS vision is to be a global leader in standards based solutions that deliver quality and confidence.

In order to ensure that KEBS delivers on its mandate, we now seek to recruit a high calibre, results oriented and self driven professional who will be employed by KEBS to provide leadership and strategic direction in the capacity of Managing Director.

The Role

Reporting to the National Standards Council, the Managing Director will bear the ultimate responsibility of safeguarding the reputation of Kenya's products and services as well as the quality of imports brought into the country.

S/he will be responsible for directing and managing KEBS' projects, activities, technical and support staff and resources in order to deliver the organization's strategic plan and to meet the country's standardization, quality assurance, metrology and testing needs for facilitation of trade and enhancement of the National Quality Infrastructure.

S/he will direct and coordinate the company's operations and overall administration so as to ensure that the various units of the company operate in conformity with overall performance targets.

The Managing Director will develop and maintain a robust and conducive work environment for attracting, retaining, and motivating employees.

S/he will foster a culture of quality and performance that promotes standards of ethical practices, good corporate citizenship as well as health and safety. S/he will also inculcate a results-based management culture to improve performance and accountability for all staff and top leadership in the organization.

Management and Leadership Competencies

The Managing Director will possess an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Science, Engineering or any other relevant field. A Master's and/or Phd degree in a related field from a recognized university or relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage.

S/he will have a minimum of 10 years in management, 5 years of which should have been at senior management level.

S/he should have excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.

The candidate should also be energetic, self-driven person of impeccable integrity and honesty; possess good knowledge of ethics; governance and operations of boards of directors and management teams will be desirable.

We are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader aged 35 years and above with demonstrated skills and experience in managing diverse teams including technical specialists, as well as delivering significant results in a complex environment.

The Offer

This is a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realization of Kenya's development aspirations.

The National Standards Council is prepared to offer an attractive salary and benefit package commensurate with the individual's knowledge, skills, experience and demonstrated character.

The detailed job profile and reference number can be accessed onwww.kebs.org

If your carrier aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position, title and reference number on the subject of your e-mail and cover letter, so as to reach us on or before Friday, 2nd September 2011 by 4.30 pm East African Time.

Applications including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees should be sent to the address below.

The electronic copies of the application bundle should also be emailed in PDF file format to: chairman@kebs.org

The Chairman
National Standards Council
Kenya Bureau of Standards
P.O. Box 54974-00200
Nairobi

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Kenya Bureau of Standards is an equal opportunity employer

KEBS - Quality products for quality life 

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