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International Medical Corps Technical Director Job in Kenya

2012-02-22T08:17:00.003-07:00

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization.

Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide.

By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Kenya Country Director,the Technical Director will:
• Act as the overall technical lead for all programs; oversee the work of the senior technical staff. Ensure that the work of each technical area is coordinated at all levels.Provide technical and operational guidance and oversight to all program activities, specifically CDC-funded HIV and TB Programs and act as Principal Investigator (PI);

Serve as team leader charged with the day-to-day execution of programs; undertake the timely deployment of program needs to ensure program success and attainment of desired results/indicators.
Oversee the production, review, analysis, and evaluation of technical reports including the preparation of technical and programmatic reports to donors,implementation plans, abstracts and manuscripts, etc and other relevant materials and facilitate dissemination of good practices;
Work closely with the donors to ensure compliance with programmatic targets and deliverables;
Coordinate and oversee the collection of data and other M&E processes, in collaboration with the M&E team;
Development of capacity building strategies to enhance program quality, coordination, sound monitoring and evaluation;
Actively identify and pursue new opportunities and lead program development activities by developing and technically reviewing program and grant proposals;
Provide support in facilitating technical collaboration and coordination activities with the Government, Donors and other NGO partners;
Attend sector meetings in Nairobi, and liaise closely with potential partner organizations;
Provide operational and technical support, as needed, to additional IMC Programs in Kenya, such as: Nutrition, Water and Sanitation, Primary Health, etc;
Conduct regular technical assessment / assistance visits to the program sites throughout Kenya;
Backstop the Country Director, if and as needed;
Review and adapt International Medical Corps policy and plans as well as national policy and implementation plans linking them to IMC’s response strategies and annual operations plans

Qualifications and Skills

MD preferably with an advanced University degree; MPH or PhD
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in developing and managing multi sector programs such as Nutrition, Water and Sanitation, Health including HIV/AIDS and TB prevention and care programs. Experience in developing countries is required.
Experience in Kenya and/or in Eastern and Southern Africa region would be an asset;
Knowledge of and experience in working with USAID, CDC, BPRM, ECHO, DFID, UN agencies, private, international, national and/or local partners and other government agencies;
Knowledge of PEPFAR Grants;
Proven Strong leadership skills and experience in leading and/or facilitating a multidisciplinary team;
Excellent communication skills to liaise, negotiate and advocate with the Government, donors/potential donors and key stakeholders including with other implementing agencies;
Proven ability to write technical reports, reviews, program/project documents, concept notes/proposals and conduct presentations by clearly formulating/articulating positions on issues and defending recommendations;
Ability to multitask and handle competing priorities;
Fluency in written and spoken English;
Proficiency in MS Office;
Cultural sensitivity

Qualified candidates should submit applications BY-EMAIL ONLY including C.V. and contact details of 3 referees not later than COB Friday, 2 March 2012 to the HR Manager at KenyaJobs@InternationalMedicalCorps.org

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Previous applicants need not apply.

Procurement Officer and Procurement Assistant Jobs - Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

2012-02-22T08:12:00.000-07:00

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles.

KNCHR’s mandate includes furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya, acting as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and the provision of leadership in moving the country towards a human rights state.

KNCHR fulfils its human rights mandate through a number of programmes, including Research and Compliance, Public Education and Training, Complaints and Investigations, Redress and Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.

The Commission’s main office is in Nairobi with two regional offices in Wajir and Kitale. Officers may serve in the Head Office or in any of the regional offices.

KNCHR hereby invites applications for the following position in its head office:

Procurement Officer I

Ref: HR/ADMIN/PO/012/1

Reports To: Senior Procurement Officer

Location: Head Office

Duration: 5 Years Contract

Salary Range: Kshs. 63,988 – Kshs 89,746

Key duties and responsibilities:

Implement internal controls, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with procurement control procedures.
Receive approved requisitions and prepare and dispatch local purchase orders (LPOs) as needed for provisions and follow-up to ensure timely delivery.
Ensure quality products and services are sourced and supplied at the best prices and generate purchase reports as required.
Monitor unfilled orders and if necessary consult the Senior Procurement Officer for guidance on alternative suppliers.
Verify bills/invoices against orders before forwarding for authorisation and for payment.
Participate in conducting regular market surveys on prices.
Maintain and update records including files, supplier/contractor databases, and contract documents.
Maintain good working relationships with suppliers and ensure regular and effective communication to ensure that ordered goods or services are delivered within the agreed delivery time and specifications

Skills, Experience & Academic Qualifications

A degree in Business Administration with specialization in supply chain management or a relevant field
Post-graduate Diploma in Procurement or equivalent qualification
At least 3 years’ work experience in a similar role
Must be a Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or a recognized procurement professional body.
Be conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations

Procurement Assistant

Ref: HR/ADMIN/PA/012/2

Reports To: Senior Procurement Officer

Location: Head Office

Duration: 5 Years Contract

Salary Range: Kshs. 35,917– Kshs 50,375

Key duties and responsibilities:

Assists in the preparation of Request for Quotation (RFQ), tender documents, contractual agreements and purchase orders in accordance with KNCHR procurement guidelines.
Assists in maintaining and managing good supplier relationships.
Assists in market surveys for the latest market price trends and conditions.
Assists in ensuring that accurate procurement records are maintained, including all actions and documents for Safeguards the integrity of procurement documents, upholding confidentiality and privacy in the course of duty.
Follow up, preparing and availing reports on pending purchase orders/activities on demand.
Assisting supplier performance evaluation and rating and recommend action on poor performance.
Coordinate the receiving and inspection of goods and services
Assists in handling supplier payment documents in liaison with stores and Accounts.
Performing any other delegated assignments as required.

Skills, Experience & Academic Qualifications

A Higher Diploma or Diploma in purchasing and supplies management- CIPS LEVEL 4 or any equivalent from a recognized
At least one year post qualification continuous experience in similar role.
Be a member of a Kenya Institute of Supplies Management institute..
Be conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations
Computer literacy especially Microsoft word processing and spreadsheet.

In addition the suitable candidates for the above positions should possess the following skills and attributes:-

Basic understanding of human rights
Very good report writing and presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal communication and people management skills
Flexibility and adaptability with a high degree of integrity
Excellent computer skills in various computer packages
Ability and readiness to work under pressure for and work long/odd hours
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, service providers and suppliers and other stakeholders.

KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.

If you possess the above qualities for any of the positions, please send your application Cleary indicating the position and the Ref No. on both the letter and envelope, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 07th March 2012 to:

The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi.

Email: recruitments@knchr.org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Tours and Travel Consultant Job in Kenya

2012-02-22T08:08:00.002-07:00

I am looking for a Tours and Travel Consultant to work with me at my Tours and Travel Agency.

This person must be a creative thinker, able to translate a client brief into an interesting and amazing tour itinerary.

Someone who can look at a brief / quote request from a client and see opportunities in it that can bring in more value to the clients' holiday experiences.

Typically, I will be interested in someone who has been in the industry for at least 5 years and is experienced in booking tickets through the Galileo system.

Most importantly, the person should be interested in current affairs and should be well versed on current events, trends and happenings around the world and can then translate these into exciting tour packages and escapades that will be sold to discerning clients.

Their responsibilities / activities on a daily basis would be;

Responding and following up on client requests;
Issuing tickets and booking accommodation;
Researching, developing and creating interesting holiday packages to be sold to various clients including companies, groups and individuals;
selling holiday and travel products to customers; through anticipating the needs of the clients ;
meeting sales targets as set out by the travel agency manager;
dealing with complicated customer itineraries and translating them in a way that the customer understands them;
handling customer orders and payments;
liaising with tour operators and other key partners such as hotels and airlines regarding bookings and schedules;
undertaking general administration;
advising clients about passports, vaccinations, visas, foreign currency, travel insurance, car parking, car hire abroad and excursions in resorts;
dealing with complaints and responding to the clients in a way that they feel heard/vilified;
using and updating IT skills, since information on holiday packages and bookings is usually accessed via a network;
Organising displays of promotional material.

If you think you meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV and application letter to travel@Cwk.co.ke.

Recruitment is on-going until a suitable candidate is identified.

Personal Assistant to Director Job Vacancy

2012-02-22T08:05:00.001-07:00

Personal Assistant to Director

Location: Nairobi – Industrial Area

Sex: Female

Age: 28-35 years

Requirements:

Have relevant experience and training in office administration.
Must be fully computer literate, conversant with MS Office, Internet & email.
Have excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and office etiquette
Conversant with tendering procedures and documentation.
Conversant with airline/hotel bookings – both local and international.
Carryout office filing, bookkeeping and scheduling of events and appointments accordingly.
Follow up on assigned tasks, pending jobs, appointments etc.
Must be pro-active, honest and trustworthy
Must demonstrate team work and competence to multitask across various job assignments and events.
Conversant with import/export documentation and procedures.

Send your CV and Cover Letter to: jobs.leokenyamerchants@gmail.com

Hotel and Resort within Nairobi Business Development Manager Job Vacancy

2012-02-22T08:03:00.003-07:00

Our client, a Hotel and Resort within Nairobi, is looking for a Business Development Manager.

Reporting to the MD, the Business Development Manager, will be responsible for the Sales and Marketing function.

He/she must have good knowledge of Branding, PR and Communication.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Enhance organizational effectiveness through setting up appropriate sales and marketing strategies.
Increase revenue base for the hotel and sustain growth and number of clients/potential clients
Manage all communications of the Firm to the public with the aim of building and maintaining the Firm’s reputation
Networking with both individual clients and corporate clients.
Developing the hotels’ overall marketing plan
Developing the Marketing budget and ensuring that the marketing spend is well within the budget
Ensuring that the organization is well positioned within the market through robust brand strategies.
Product development - designing and coming up with new products
Advertising and promotion of products and service offerings
Keeping abreast of the offerings in the market through Market intelligence
Carry out internal research to establish how to improve on client service delivery to ensure client retention
Carry out feasibility studies
Build and manage relationships with the public including clients, media, partners, interested parties and professional bodies among others.
Monitor and evaluate sales performance for the hotel

Required skills and qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years experience in a marketing/Business Development role
Exceptional knowledge of marketing, sales, PR and Branding
Strong project management, problem-solving, & analytical skills
Ability to develop strong relationships and work with senior level executives
Exception written and verbal communication skills
Solid business acumen, management, and marketing communication skills
Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

If you meet the above qualifications please send your CV and Application letter indicating your current and expected salary to:

The Recruitment Team
Fanisi HR Solutions
Email: recruitment@fanisi.net

Closing date: 29th February, 2012.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Hotel and Resort within Nairobi Finance and Administration Manager Job in Kenya

2012-02-22T07:58:00.000-07:00

Our client, a hotel and resort within Nairobi, is looking for Finance and Administration Manager.

The overall responsibility of the Finance and Administration Manager will be ensuring proper and prudent financial and accounting practices are implemented and maintained.

He/she will also be in charge of administration and Procurement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Formulate the company's financial strategy and ensure its proper implementation
Implement proper financial policies and procedures
Timely and accurate preparation of financial reporting.
Management of the Finance and Accounting team, the administration team and procurement team.
Co-ordination of external audits.
Preparation of budgets and budget controls.
Ensure sound Corporate governance through proper controls and risk management
Ensure timely and accurate accounting and reporting in compliance with the company requirements and accounting standards
Advise the company on the financial viability of proposed investments
Ensure compliance with legal and statutory regulations
Formulate and implement proper policies, procedures and systems in supply chain management.
Provide support to the growth of the company across the region including development of appropriate business plans
Oversee the company administration function

Required skills and qualifications:

MBA or equivalent degree required.
Professional accounting qualification, CPA (K) or its equivalent.
Five years experience in a Senior Financial Management role in a sophisticated and complex financial environment with broad managerial role.
Experience with, or good understanding of the special requirements of operating in a Service business setting.
Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
Superior leadership, management and interpersonal skills.
Excellent creative and problem solving skills.
Strong team player orientation.

Commission for Higher Education Secretary / Chief Executive Officer Job in Kenya

2012-02-22T07:57:00.002-07:00

Job Ref. MN 5283

Our client, the Commission for Higher Education, a strategic public institution has the primary mandate over matters of quality assurance, institutional and programme accreditation in higher education institutions.

The Commission seeks to achieve this mandate through good leadership and governance.

Our client therefore seeks to recruit a Secretary / Chief Executive Officer who will spearhead the realization of the vision and mission of the organization.

Job Profile

Reporting to the Board, the Commission Secretary / CEO will:

Provide an innovative, visionary and strategic leadership.
Lead the process of accreditation and quality assurance in higher education.
Provide prudent management of all the resources of the organization.
Build and nurture a highly motivated and disciplined workforce.
Ensure compliance with the constitutional, public financial and non-financial statutory requirements including performance contracting, gender mainstreaming, equity in recruitment of staff and procurement of goods and services.
Maintain a corruption free institution.
Ensure the development of effective service delivery systems to address the expanded and dynamic nature of higher education.
Initiate and ensure proactive mechanism for addressing stakeholders concerns.
Development of an organizational culture that emphasises quality, continuous improvement, timeliness, high performance, employee discipline, retention and development.
Development of innovative and cost effective operational systems / structures that serve the clients effectively and efficiently.
Development of strategies to promote, protect and maintain the credibility and the image of the organization.

Person Profile

Professor or Associate Professor from a recognized university.
Minimum of ten (10) years experience in senior academic leadership and management position(s) in higher education institutions.
Proven track record ¡n research and management.
Excellent knowledge of higher education landscape.
Proven knowledge of quality assurance initiatives and practice in higher education ¡n Kenya, East Africa and other parts of the world.

The successful applicant will be appointed on a five (5) year contract and will be eligible for renewal once upon satisfactory performance.

Send your application with a detailed CV with a daytime telephone contact.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

Job Ref No
Your Name
Current / Past Salary: Year 2011 p.m; Year 2012 p.m
Year 2012 Benefits: If house, state market rent, If car state cc.

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 12 Noon 5th March 2012.

Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments.

Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200,
Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com

Wana-anga Sacco Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

2012-02-22T07:54:00.000-07:00

Our client, Wana-anga SACCO is a fast growing, leading and licensed deposit taking SA000 business in Kenya. Since its inception in 1979 the Sacco mandate has been to improve the social wellbeing of its members.

Wana-anga Sacco is seeking to recruit dynamic, innovative, Energetic, self motivated and
experienced people to fill the following positions.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Ref. MN 5271

Job Profile

Implementing the Board’s policy decisions ¡n a result oriented and timely manner to achieve Wanaanga’s vision, mission, goals, objectives and agreed performance targets.
Implement the Sacco strategic plan with a view to realign the plan to contemporary changing situations.
Ensure first class customer service driven through members, ICT and continuous service research and innovation.
Ensure continuous product innovation and diversification covering a diverse customer range.

Person Profile

Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field from a recognized University.
Certified Public Accountant registered with ICPAK.
At least 3 years relevant experience at a managerial level preferably in a Financial institution.

Internal Auditor

Job Ref. MN 5272

Job Profile

Conduct risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in required timelines.
Driving the Internal audit strategy and the operational development of internal audit and assurance services.
Establish risk based audit programs.
Identify all possible risks and maintain a risk register.
Verbally communicate findings to senior management and draft comprehensive and complete report of audit area.

Person Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Auditing preferable.
Certified Public Accountant registered with ICPAK.
Certified Information System Auditor(CISA) added advantage.
At least 3 years relevant experience preferably ¡n a Financial institution.

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.

Disclose your CURRENT and EXPECTED monthly salary plus benefits.

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 12 Noon 2nd March 2012.

Mark Job Ref. No. on the top left of the envelope.

Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
directly opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance.
P.O. Box 50736-00200.

Email: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.

PRIMR Initiative in Kenya Education Specialist and Finance Manager Jobs

2012-02-22T07:53:00.000-07:00

Primary Math and Reading (PRIMR) Initiative

RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition.

With a worldwide staff of more than 2,500, RTI offers innovative research, development, and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities ¡n North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as the first scientific organization in and centerpiece of Research Triangle Park.

The PRIMR initiative is focused on curriculum support, teacher training and teaching material development to improve the quality of early grade instruction in formal and non-formal
schools through a reading and math intervention.

The PRIMR initiative in Kenya seeks to recruit candidates for the positions of Education Specialist and Finance Manager.

Education Specialist

The Education Specialist will provide technical support for the development of lesson plans, teacher and student materials, plans and specified frameworks as funded by USAID/Kenya and agreed with by the Ministry of Education.

These include working with RTI technical staff to identify, develop, and harmonize effective literacy and numeracy instructional approaches to be used in the early grades.

The Specialist will also provide support for TAC tutors and instructional coaches working to implement revised lesson plans. The assignment is technical, and ¡s designed to provide high level support for effective local capacity building.

This position requires candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and 6 years’ related experience or an
MA degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applicants will also demonstrate an understanding of scientifically-based Reading and Math research; knowledge of a balanced literacy framework and early Mathematics understanding; knowledge of Kiswahili and English transition instruction strategies and familiarity with the policies and procedures of the Ministry of Education and local school communities.

Finance Manager

The Finance Manager (FM) will oversee the management of financial and reporting functions for the PRIMR program at the Nairobi office to ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement.

S/he will ensure appropriate systems and procedures (cash management, vendor payments, budgeting and other related financial management duties) are in place to properly disburse, account, budget and report project funds which are cost effective, timely and have proper internal controls. S/he will provide supervision for PRIMR accountants.

Applicants will possess a minimum of a Bachelor degree plus six (6) years or a Master’s degree plus three (3) of experience in Finance or Accounting with CPA qualifications.

Candidates will also have at least three (3) years of experience working for a USAID project.

Candidates with demonstrated managerial experience are preferred.

Knowledge and experience with QuickBooks is desired.

For more detail and to submit a cover letter and up-to-date CV, please follow the links www.rti.org/job13889 for the Education Specialist post and www.rti.org/job13890 for the Finance Manager post.

We are proud to be an FEO/AA employer M/F/DN.

This position does not attract international allowances.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Merlin Senior Project Officer (HIV/AIDS) Job in Kisii, Kenya (KShs 138K)

2012-02-22T07:50:00.001-07:00

Position: Senior Project Officer (HIV/AIDS)

Programme: Merlin Kenya HIV/AIDS Prevention, Treatment and Care Project

Responsible To: Merlin Kisii Project Coordinator

Location: Kisii, Kenya

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 12 Months

Salary: Ksh 138,000 Gross Per Month

Benefits: Currently includes 24 days annual leave, medical cover, bonus and gratuity

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.

Merlin International Profile

Merlin specialises in health, saving lives in times of crisis and helping to rebuild shattered health services. Each year, Merlin helps more than 15 million people in up to 20 countries.

Context and Background

Merlin has been working in Kenya since 1998 and in Somalia since 2004. In Kenya Merlin is currently operational in two regions: western and northern Kenya. Merlin projects in Kenya range from the implementation of MNCH, nutrition and emergency preparedness and response programmes; HIV prevention, care and treatment programmes and malaria prevention and control programmes.

The HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programme is being implemented in partnership with CARE Kenya as prime recepient and district health authorities under the consortium name of Chagua Maisha.

The program that is located in Kisii South, Kisii Central, Marani, Gucha South and Nyamira North and South districts is planned to be implemented for 5 years starting October 1 2010. The goal of the comprehensive program is to reduce HIV infections and improve quality of life of people infected and affected by HIV in Nyanza province.

This will be realized by increasing the quality, access and utilization of HIV prevention, care and treatment services at the community and facility levels and strengthening the capacity of indigenous institutions and MoH to implement HIV prevention, care and treatment services at the community and facility levels.

Main purpose of the role

The Senior HIV/AIDS Project Officer is responsible for leading Merlin HIV/AIDS team and providing technical support and capacity building of the team for successful planning and implementation of programme activities.

The Senior HIV/AIDS Project Officer will work closely with the Project Health Coordinator, Operations Manager, and Project Coordinator in ensuring delivery of quality integrated and comprehensive HIV/AIDS – TB prevention, care and treatment programme.

In addition he or she receives technical advisory and management support from technical lead (TL)-HIV Care and Treatment and the Senior Program Manager of the Chagua Maisha Consortium and is a member of programme leadership team. The Senior HIV/AIDS Project Officer will be stationed in Merlin Kisii office with over 50% of time spent in field operations.

Overall Objectives (scope)

This position demands both the technical knowledge and the work experience, needed to coordinate a comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programme that includes TB collaborative activities.

The Senior HIV/AIDS Project Officer will be responsible for ensuring that the programme is executed in line with country and international standards and donor guidelines.

This position demands an ability to manage, organise and support all aspects of the programme; including other agency liaison, training and supervising Merlin and local staff using techniques and tools available and appropriate to Kenya.

Responsibilities

Budget Management

Responsible for development of program operational budget based on consolidation of needs of the program and responsible for budget management
Undertake monthly reviews to monitor potential budget under and overruns.
Together with Operation Manager and finance staff review financial expense reports on a monthly basis as per contractual requirements to ensure contract compliance.
Together with logistics team prepare procurement plans at the start of program and quarterly to ensure flow of goods and services to support implementation of program
Together with finance staff ensure timely preparation of financial reports and ensure that there is harmony in program and financial reports

Programme Management

Prepare programme implementation plans as per templates provided by the prime
Provide leadership in management of the program, timely implementation of approved work plan, budget and performance indicators.
With the support of project health coordinator ensure that there is effective coordination of duties among program and program support staff
Provide program updates to Technical Lead, HIV Care and Treatment during program leadership team sessions to facilitate early identification of gaps and challenges
Support the Chagua Maisha Senior Programme Manager (SPM) and program leadership team in organizing partner review meetings as per work plan.
Participate in joint field visits by Merlin and Prime for ongoing monitoring and review of project implementation
Conduct supervision oversight of on going project activities with a view to ascertain that activities are on going and on track
Provide support to Project Health Coordinator and Program Coordinator in developing reports and ensure the timely submission of reports as per contractual obligations
Provide support to program M&E personnel in development of an electronic information and data management system
Together with Project Health Coordinator ensure documentation of lessons learnt, good practices and share these internally and with partners
Ensure team cohesiveness and harmonization within the consortium in operational area to enhance programmatic performance and joint technical support to strengthening health systems and capacity of government partners.
Provide management technical oversight to program consultancies and contractors to ensure deliverables are met according to stipulated standards
Support Merlin’s achievement of strategic interventions as outlined in the country strategic plan

Staff management and capacity building

Management supervision of program officers and other programme staff to ensure coordination of management functions at all times.
Manage, guide, supervise, coach, mentor, provide leadership and support to the Chagua Maisha HIV Program staff hired under Merlin’s contract and where need be, others hired under CARE Chagua Maisha, on a day to day basis to meet program tasks and responsibilities
Participate in the hiring of competent staff and in their orientation to implement programme activities in line with contractual obligations and in line with Merlin’s policies and procedures
Support staff to develop individual work plans for purposes of strengthening their performance and the performance of the Chagua Maisha program
Undertake annual staff appraisal
Provide staff with technical guidance, training, resources and tools related to HIV/AIDS and TB programmes
Assess the training needs of staff and develop a training programme to meet these needs.
Participate in training activities related to the field of work

Coordination

Liaise with the Ministry of Health and other agencies to ensure appropriate provision of service and use of resources.
Keep the Project Coordinator, Project Health Coordinator, and Country Health Director appraised of all activities and any difficulties that may arise.
Establish good working relationship with the consortium Prime partner staff and Chagua Maisha partners (Government and non Government stakeholders) to facilitate smooth program implementation
Coordinate with other Merlin-Kisii program project officers in enhancing health programming outcomes in the region.
Attend district annual operations planning meetings and represent Merlin in district/county coordination meetings and related HIV forums

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications, experience and competences

Medical Doctor or Nurse or Clinical Officer or other relevant discipline with MPH and comprehensive HIV/AIDS programme expertise
Minimum of 5 years experience in program management capacity in health programming
Minimum of 3 years experience in HIV&AIDS Programming in Kenya (prevention, HIV care and treatment programs, Sexual and reproductive health
Understanding of Kenya’s health systems infrastructure
Strong staff and program management skills
Strong partnership skills
Excellent inter-personal, facilitation skills and communication skills
Strong budget management skills
Demonstrated experience in conducting monitoring and evaluation activities
Experience in designing and implementing training programmes
Experience in writing donor reports-
Experience in representation and interaction with donors, government officials, international organizations, and NGO representatives concerning health issues and initiatives
Strong computer skills including word processing, and Excel and English fluency

Preferred

Good team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country team.
Ability and willingness to travel to rural locations and live in sometimes basic conditions.
Appreciation of and sensitivity to local culture.
Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues
An understanding of and commitment to Merlin’s mission and values

Data Protection

Please note, on submitting your application, you are agreeing to Merlin holding and using the information that you have given for the purposes of recruitment and employment – should an offer be made.

Where required by donors funding requirements, some job offers are conditional on our ensuring that potential employees’ names do not appear on counter terrorism lists generated by the United Nations, European Union or the United States.

On submitting your application, you are agreeing to Merlin using the information that you have given for checking that your name does not appear on these lists.

How to Apply:

Should this role be of interest to you, please send you application, clearly indicating “Senior Project Officer HIV/AIDS” in the subject line, to recruitment@merlin-kenya.org by 5pm on Wednesday, 29th March 2012.

Alternatively, you may wish to post your application to, HR Department, Merlin, Nairobi Office, P.O Box 3350 – 00200, Nairobi, Kenya.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Warehousing Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya - USAID Funded Medical Supply Chain Project

2012-02-22T07:49:00.000-07:00

Deloitte is implementing a supply chain strengthening program in Kenya that involves enhancing and developing people, process, and technology.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Warehousing Officer to help in strengthening the organisation’s warehousing systems.

The Warehousing Officer (W Officer) based in Nairobi, Kenya, will serve as a team member responsible for strengthening warehousing systems.

The W Officer will support the Supply Chain Lead, Warehousing & Distribution Advisor & Officer, and the team to successfully execute all activities related to strengthening warehousing capabilities.

Key duties include:

Perform highly complex data analysis to optimize warehouse operations and commodity flow through the warehouse
Develop detailed documentation of warehouse management processes, activities, tasks, roles & responsibilities, and software requirements
Support Supply Chain Lead and other supply chain advisors during engagement with stakeholders to strengthen warehouse operations
Develop training material on warehouse management processes and procedures

Required qualifications include:

Knowledge and experience in performing complex data analysis using Excel and developing process flow diagrams using tools such as Visio
Advanced skills in writing and communication
Experience with warehouse operational processes and good warehousing practises
Experience ¡n a WMS implementation is desirable
Minimum of five years experience and proven track record in supply chain planning and inventory management
Masters degree in related field is required

Deloitte seeks to recruit well qualified personnel for an ongoing USAID-funded medical supply chain project.

Interested persons should please submit a CV and cover letter in Microsoft Word format within 10 days of this publication to info@kspkenya.com , Subject line of: “Warehousing Officer”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Scott Christian University Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Finance & Administration Job in Kenya

2012-02-22T07:47:00.001-07:00

Job Ref. MN 5282

Scott Theological College has recently changed its name to Scott Christian University, offering other non-theological programmes.

The university wishes to identify a suitable candidate for the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance & Administration.

Applicants should be committed christians, MBA graduates with full CPA (K) qualification backed by at least 3 - 5 years experience in Finance and Accounting.

They should also be active members of their church directly or through voluntary community work.

Send your application, indicating your current or last gross monthly salary.

Failure to disclose salary details will disqualify your application.

Apply by hand, courier, post or email before 12 Noon 29th February 2012.

Mark Job Ref. No. on the top left of the envelope.

Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
directly opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance.
P.O. Box 50736 - 00200.

Email: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.

Media Focus on Africa Foundation Projects Coordinator Job Vacancy

2012-02-22T07:44:00.002-07:00

The Organization:

Media Focus on Africa Foundation (MFA) is a not-for-profit communications for development organization based in Nairobi, Kenya.

It was founded on the premise that increased flows of quality information, reaching out to people living in Africa and beyond build societies that are better informed on priority issues of democratization and human development.

MFA promotes the concept of communication for development (C4D), as a means to empower people through carefully targeted and contextualised messages on key themes.

MFA’s Mission is “To stimulate social change and development in Africa through the media”, while its vision is “A democratic Africa, whose citizens are well-informed and are empowered to participate in development processes.”

Position: Projects Co-ordinator

Will work closely with the Country Director and other staff in the coordination of projects.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Key Tasks

Work closely with the Deputy Country Director and other staff in developing and drafting proposal ideas
Participate in writing both internal and external project reports
Organize and manage all MFA project reports, both external and internal.
Participate in designing the organization’s annual and project work-plans on the organization’s activities
Ensure that project activities are implemented in a timely manner as per the workplan
Update on a monthly basis projects and organizational work-plans progress
Participate in formulating and overseeing the implementation of projects monitoring and evaluation frameworks
Keep a database of participants participating in MFA projects
Manage project logistics, contacts, communications and other tasks as might be requested by supervisor and project managers.
Assist project managers and project staff to coordinate payments of project participants in the field
Assist project managers and project staff in coordinating and organizing logistics for meetings, workshops, outreach activities and events
Assist in the procurement processes for goods and services required for project implementation (i.e. request for quotations, assess quotations)
Take meeting minutes whenever requested

Qualifications and Experience

Should possess at least a university degree in social sciences or communications Three (3) years experience in similar position
Excellent writing and communication skills in English and Kiswahili
Demonstrate project management skills
Experience writing reports and participating in proposal writing
Experience in project implementation and monitoring and evaluation
Interest in governance, democracy, development and communications issues in general
Concise and attentive to detail

If you meet the above qualifications please send your application letter, CV with at least 3 referees to info@mediafocusonafrica.org by latest 2nd March 2012.

Only those who will be shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Communications Intern Career Opportunity - Be the Change - Kenya (BTCKE)

2012-02-22T07:42:00.001-07:00

Job Position: Communications Intern

Job Start Date: 01 March 2012

Commitment Required: 3 Months

Compensation: 800 KES/Week for Transportation and Phone

Hours: 3 four-hour segments of work/week to be scheduled between the hours of 11am and 7pm on Tue/Wed/Fri/Sun.

Organizational Summary

Be the Change - Kenya (BTCKE) exits to reduce the number of children living in poverty through building the capacity of local leaders and local institutions.

Our strategy permeates multiple levels of the local community. We develop the capacity of local organizations by forming two-year partnerships with local organizations that provide direct aid to children living in poverty. Partners participate in a multi faceted management-training program that includes a collaborative management-training program, executive mentorship and access to a network of pro-bono advising services.

We understand that individual organizations alone cannot change a community; therefore we enlist young adult leaders to advocate for local support of our partner organizations. Young adults are trained in Leadership and Organizing Material developed by a network of resources including the Harvard University Faculty, School of Servant Leadership, Episcopal Service Corp and more. Young adult graduates from BTCKE’s form teams that recruit donors, volunteers, resources, corporate sponsorship, clinical services and more for our Partner Organizations.

Our training programs not only develop capacity, they awaken directors, young adults and members of the local community to a renewed sense of power and agency. Furthermore, BTCKE bridges a formally divided community to create a cohort of partners working together for long-term change. Sustainable long-term change must include the support of the Kenyan Government. BTCKE intends for this body of leaders, created through our programming, to become active advocates and proponents of policy reform that supports children living in poverty.

In all our endeavors we maintain our core ideals: interdependent community, sustainable and scalable impact, human capacity and holistic well-being.

Job Summary

BTCKE’s third value, shared responsibility inherently demands the development of relationships with all our partners and donors. The BTCKE Communications Intern will work to keep our international donors updated on the progress of our work through our media communication outlets. This includes managing the overall strategy of our various media systems (their independent/collective purpose) and reporting their success to BTCKE Staff.

Job Responsibility

(1) Manage WordPress Blog by BTCKE

Appx hrs/month (10)

(1a) Edit/Prepare/Publish Blog Entries

Receive blog entries from BTCKE team members in Kenya
Read and edit entries so they communicate the desired message. This includes grammar, punctuation, spelling and ensuring the message fits in an international context.
Publish entries to wordpress blog 3x/week

(1b) Suggest material/content for blog

Maintain an overall idea of the effectiveness of the blog
Suggest desired content to BTCKE staff

(2) Manage Facebook Account for BTCKE

Appx hrs/month (4)

(2a) Create schedule for reporting from BTCKE Young Adult Members

(2b) Manage submission of Facebook posts – ensure work is done properly and report any issues to BTCKE Staff

(3) Manage BTCKE Website

Appx hrs/month (6)

Update material as needed
Weekly updates of blog links, news or photos to show newest activity

(4) Manage BTCKE Youtube Account

Appx hrs/month (4)

Take weekly videos from BTCKE events and post onto Youtube account
Use Youtube network to recruit new viewers to our site

(5) Assist in Publication of BTCKE Mail

Appx hrs/month (5-10)

Read and edit (grammar/punctuation/spelling) all material that is included in monthly newsletters
Complete responsibility for the ‘read more’ section of the email newsletters.
Format email newsletters on Mailchimp using online program, cut/paste material into program and make ensure visual formatting is done well
Help with publication of quarterly ‘e-magazines’

(6) Attend events and write bi-monthly reports on work being done by BTCKE

Appx hrs/month (6)

(7) Prepare weekly metrics summary for BTCKE Director showing Media Use

Appx hrs/month (5)

Create chart, log or graph showing effectiveness of Media Outlets
Monitor outlets and track their effectiveness
Prepare weekly reports for directors of BTCKE

(8) Edit formal communications from BTCKE (press releases, organizational documents)

Appx hrs/month (5)

Total Expected Monthly Hours (45 – 50)

Qualifications:

Passionate about developing the capacity of Kenyan Non-Profits/Leaders
Skilled in English Arts – writing, speaking, grammar, spelling, punctuation
Well versed in Microsoft Word
Able to use online programs: google docs, dropbox and mailchimp.
Familiar with youtube, wordpress and facebook media sites.
Proficient in the English Language
Capable of acquiring new computer skills quickly.

To Apply:

Please send the following to Natalie@bethechangekenya.org

Current CV
Cover letter
Copy of a recent writing sample (an essay or report you have written)
The following assignment - Edit the below material as if it was to be posted on the BTCKE Blog.

Benjamin Frankline once said “it is pretty hard to tell what does bring happiness, poverty and wealth have both failed” it is The joy of knowing That somebody out There cares for you and they are doing their best to make your life worth living comfortable, provision of basic needs and many more. Friday The 19th We visited Kibera slums and what we saw made us be greatful for what we have like Mother Teresa said Our life of poverty is a necessary as The work Itself only In heaven will we see how much we owe to The poor for helping us to love God better because of them. The shaks tell a story of women who want to help the orphans but have no means of doing so the environment it self is not conclusive for a child to even play, toilet are a luxury, They barely even afford food to eat. When they saw us and heard what we are about, they were filled joy and hope of a better future, Though not many of them know how to go to the Internet and write us an email They said They would try and ask for assistance because this, BTCKE maybe there only hope. Join us so we can make a difference together. Be the change that you would love to see Mahtma Gandhi.

Jacaranda Health Cooks and Cleaners Jobs in Kenya

2012-02-21T16:47:00.000-07:00

Background

Jacaranda Health is a new venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa. We are combining business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and reproductive health services to low-income urban women.

Job Description

In 2011 we launched mobile clinic services providing antenatal care at community sites around northeastern Nairobi. Today, we are seeking to fill several positions in our first fixed maternity clinic in Nairobi (just before Ruiru town).

Specifically, we seek experienced, motivated staff to work with us in two positions:

Cooks to prepare a variety of high-quality food for our patients and staff, maintain the kitchen area, and ensure a consistent stock of food
Cleaners to maintain a clean facility, follow procedures on infection control and waste disposal, dispose of both medical and general waste, and transport and wash soiled linens

These roles are critical to Jacaranda's goal of delivering quality customer service and maintaining superior patient satisfaction.

We seek individuals who are organized, flexible, personable, and have strong commitments to providing friendly and respectful care to all women.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cooks:

Prepare meals, snacks, and tea as assigned for Jacaranda patients and staff
Provide a schedule of a variety of nutritious meals over the course of each week
Develop relationships with local food suppliers and ensure consistent food stocks
Maintain the kitchen environment
Assist with light cleaning and/or laundry duties
Any other duties as required

Cleaners:

Ensure consistent cleanliness of the facility, of both general waste and medical waste
Clean and sterilize in-patient areas of the facility following deliveries and other patient procedures
Transport soiled linens to the laundry, wash, dry, and restock
Sterilize equipment as assigned
Any other duties as required, such as stocking routine items and assisting in transport patients around the facility

Desired Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following:

Completed secondary school education (certificate in food and beverage preparation preferred for cooks)
At least three years’ work experience
Required: At least 1-2 years’ experience working in a similar role (cook, cleaner, laundry, etc.) in a health facility. Preference given for experience working in busy hospitals or maternities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and empathy
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment
Willingness to work night shifts as needed
Knowledge and familiarity with communities in Eastlands

Additional Comments

Interested candidates may apply by:

1. First, complete the online form available by clicking here: Jacaranda Cooks and Cleaners Application Form or by pasting this link into your web browser: http://goo.gl/uVzEI.

2. After completing the application, please also submit your CV and a cover letter to jobs@jacararandahealth.org.

We anticipate that the salary for this position will be approximately KSH 15,000 gross, inclusive of all allowances.

Only applicants that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered. No calls please.

Your application must be received by Wednesday, February 28th, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

BPC Africa HR Managers, HR Officers, Head of Finance, Accountant, Head of Marketing, Marketing Executives and Personal Assistant Jobs in Kenya

2012-02-21T16:45:00.001-07:00

BPC - Africa is one of the leading consulting firms in the East, Central and Southern Africa Region.

Our vision is to deliver best value that business can find in Strategy, Organization and People.

We partner with both local and international clients to source for best talent in a number of specialized and generalist areas.

We are currently sourcing best talent to start or grow into exciting careers in the following fields:-

Job Category and Brief Description

Human Resources

Human Resources Managers (Head of HR) - Degree Holder, Experience in HR Strategy, policies, services and Employee Relations & Service Delivery, 2 years experience

Human Resources Officers - Degree Holder, Experience in Employee Relations & Service Delivery, 2 years experience

Finance

Head of Finance - B.Com, CPA (K) , 5 years Experience

Accountant - B.Com, CPA (K), 2 years experience

Customer Marketing

Head of Marketing - B.Com (Marketing), general Degree, 5 years experience

Marketing Executives - Degree or Diploma in Sales & Marketing, 2 years experience in Services or Hotel industry

General Areas

Personal Assistant (To Group Chief Executive Officer) - This is a Manager position. Degree Holder, 3 years experience, 27-32 years old

All applications should be sent via email to the following address: administrator@bpc.co.ke.

To be received not later than 5th March 2012.

CAPACITY BUILDING, NETWORKING & ADVOCACY OFFICER

2012-02-21T16:42:00.003-07:00

RECRUITMENT FOR CAPACITY BUILDING, NETWORKING & ADVOCACY OFFICER POSITON
ORGANIZATION: OLIVE LEAF FOUNDATION – KENYA OLIVE LEAF Foundation is a South African Sustainable Development organization (SDO) with programmes in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Kenya, Nigeria and Cote D’Ivoire. OLIVE LEAF Foundation's vision is to shape a better world for current and future generations that (a) meets the fundamental human needs of all its people (b) gives voice to the unheard (c) constitutes strong, economically prosperous & self-reliant communities (d) manages its limited ecological resources responsibly Our purpose is to enable sustainable community development.
Olive Leaf Foundation Kenya Office is commencing a Sida/DFID -funded program through Act! in Kitui County entitled Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) focusing on The Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (commonly known as ASALs) which cover more than 80 per cent of the country’s land mass and are home to about 10 million people. Kitui County will be the focus of this project as it exhibits most of the natural resources management challenges characteristic of ASALs. The main goal of this programme will be to enhance the capacities of Community based Organizations (CBOs) in Kitui County to advocate for policies and laws that promote better management and sustainable utilization of mineral resources in Kitui County. ASALs have and will continue to suffer underdevelopment, unless fundamental policy changes occur both at the government and non-government levels so as to tackle these challenges project. It is in this effort that Olive leaf Kenya Seeks to recruit a Capacity Development, Networking & Advocacy Officer to Spearhead the capacity development and enhance advocacy strength the community based organizations involved in sustainable utilization of mineral resources in Kitui County. Summary of Position: The Capacity Development, Networking and Advocacy Officer will be based in Kitui County and report to Program Manager, and is an integral member of the Country programme. S/he will directly assist in ensuring that program goals and objectives are met, and support the overall management, planning, assessing and implementing of the CRM program. S/he will be responsible for liaising with Government offices, CBO’s, and other partner organizations. He/she will also help develop preliminary best practices framework, research projects, and a policy position that will further illuminate the needs and challenges experienced by the policy makers/holders and the community. S/he will work closely with the Program manager ensuring that the capacity development and advocacy needs of the CBO’s are met. Responsibilities The responsibilities of the Capacity Building, networking and advocacy Officer will include but not be limited to the following:
Communication • S/he will facilitate smooth communication and cooperation between Olive Leaf Kenya officials and community Natural resources Management Groups in the project as well as local government level and CBOs. • S/he will be responsible for providing overall mentoring support to participating CBOs and community members on NRM issues. • S/he will ensure that training and communication to the participating communities are undertaken in respect of planned activities and project document. • Where necessary identify and manage consultants to provide technical and institutional training in accordance to the requirements of the participating community Based Organizations and based on the assessments provided. • At all times S/he will act in a professional and courteous manner and will maintain a positive and constructive image of the Project, Olive Leaf Foundation and the Donor. • S/he will play an advisory role to the Project Manager and Country Director on technical issues relating to the implementation of CRM Project and Institutional strengthening to ensure that best practices are applied.
Planning and budgeting • S/he will collaborate with the CRM Project Manager in preparation of annual and quarterly project work plans and budgets in relation to the project Outputs ensuring that they reflect all relevant aspects of implementation and will be responsible for their submission to the Program Manager and Country Director for approval. • S/he will support and guide the Project Manager in the implementation of the quarterly project work plans and budgets.
Reporting and maintaining project records • S/he will prepare project quarterly and biannual reports for Training/ Capacity Building, Networking and Advocacy Outputs and will submit these to the Program Manager. • S/he will assist the Program Manager in the collection of information in accordance with the project’s monitoring and evaluation strategy and action plan.
Data sharing • S/he will seek the permission of the Project manager before sharing project data with any other organization or individual outside of Olive Leaf Foundation and the Donor unless that data is already publicly available. • S/he is responsible for ensuring that virus protection is continuously applied on his / her computer and that s/he scans all external drives connected to his / her computer.
Problem solving and conflict resolution • S/he will be responsible for identifying and helping to resolve problems and conflicts that arise in relation to the project. In the event that s/he is unable to resolve a problem or conflict s/he will promptly share the issue with the Program Manager. • S/he will help to foster a culture of mutual respect and transparency among Olive Leaf Staff and community management groups that the project works with. • S/he will ensure that any complaints or concerns raised by participating communities are brought to the attention of the appropriate team members fully and respectfully addressed.
Qualifications, experience and skills S/he will have: • A degree law or in a subject related to natural resources management. • Excellent communication, facilitation and listening skills and be a good coordinator and delegator of responsibilities. • At least 3 years experience in supporting capacity building and networking initiatives at community level including organizational development and highly skilled in advocacy. • Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment. • Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks. • Understanding the legal system and NRM policy issues at community level an added advantage. • Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated communication and personnel management skills. • A proven personal commitment to environmental conservation. • Excellent report writing skills. • S/he will be a Kenyan National.

How to apply:

Interested Candidates should send their letter of interest, explaining how they meet the above criteria, an up to date C.V with daytime contacts and 3 referees who should be from current/ previous employments to oliveleafkenya@gmail.com . Please indicate your salary expectations. Deadline is 25th February 2012. If you don’t hear from us after this date kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Consultant – Module Development

2012-02-21T16:41:00.003-07:00

Title of Consultancy:Consultant – Module Development Type of Contract:IC - Individual Contract Duration of the assignment:3 Months Duty station:Nairobi Expected places of travel:Hargeisa Supervisor:Project manager Date of Issue:20th February 2012
Closing Date:27th February 2012
Organizational Context
UNDP Somalia Rule of Law and Security Programme (ROLS) is comprised of three main components that are programmatically and operationally linked.
The project components are: access to justice, civilian policing, and community safety (DDR/AVR). The Community Safety (DDR/AVR) project in Somalia evolved from a previous DDR and small arms control project. It seeks to complement the institutional focus on the justice and security sector by fostering a partnership between the community and authorities for the provision of security. This partnership lies at the heart of security sector governance. Specifically, the project has helped establish a coherent peace-building infrastructure in the Somali region, connecting District Safety Committees under the District Councils with a national-level Peace-building Unit, and a neutral and non-political Somali Observatory of Conflict and Violence Prevention. This infrastructure can now be used to implement various peace-building initiatives such as “Engaging with Somali Youth at-Risk through Community Security.” The so-called “Youth at-Risk” project is a joint initiative of UNDP, UNICEF and ILO which seeks to contain and prevent violent conflict by engaging youth at risk through the creation of employment and livelihood opportunities at the district level. A caseload of 2000 youth will be targeted in 2011/2012, to be shared between three to five target districts where all three agencies are deployed. While the District Safety Committees are involved in the selection of the caseload and the follow up of the initiative, the Observatory will contribute to the peace-building curriculum and help monitor the impact of the initiative on indicators of violence. UNDP’s role is to identify youth engaged in armed activities, bring them into the programme, develop and implement a peace-building curriculum complementing ILO’s support for vocational training, life skills based education and labour-intensive projects, and ensure the overall coordination of the programme. Particular care will be taken to tailor the peace-building curriculum to the profile of youth at-risk found in each target district. Importantly, UNDP will also develop an appropriate case management system to define criteria for continuous participation of individual youth in the programme, monitor attendance and compliance with these criteria, and offer a mentoring system for beneficiaries. Within this framework, UNDP responsibility is to implement the psycho-social transformation process and prepare the youth beneficiaries for a non violent life.
Objectives of the assignment
In support to the facilitators working at the field level, ten training modules adapted to Somali environment are needed. These cover the following sectors; (1) peace building, (2) communication and social interaction, (3) governance, (4) rule of law, (5) conflict analysis, (6) conflict sensitivity, (7) conflict resolution and mediation, (8) community based policing, (9) small arms and light weapon control, (10) youth empowerment in governance, representation and policy development.
Scope of work Review and finalize the four facilitator’s handbooks on ten modules based on the existing manuals (Social skills, Peace-building, Rule of Law, and Governance) and develop 4 facilitator’s manuals that are relevant to the Somali context. •Each manual should be divided into modules and each module should contain two to three lessons. •Each manual per module should not exceed 50 pages. •Each lesson should have a summary of learning objectives. •Each lesson within the manual should include a summary of the lesson, a lesson plan that contains the specific definitions, topics of discussions, and exercise games. •At the beginning and the end of each topic (Social skills, Peace-building, Rule of Law, and Governance and human rights) a test needs to be included, which the teacher has to perform on the student in order to measure the understanding and absorbance of the material before and after the module delivery.
Develop a student handbook that covers the ten modules. Corresponding to the four previously developed ToT manuals (Social skills, Peace-building, Rule of Law, and Governance) a student handbook shall be developed that is contextualized to the Somali environment. /It must take into consideration the developmental and intellectual levels of the beneficiaries of the Youth at-Risk / Youth for Change programme (many are semi or fully illiterate)/. •Each topic should not exceed more than 25 pages. •Each student handbook should contain key definitions in simple language easily understood even by semi-illiterate students. •Each lesson should have visual graphics (cartoons developed by the cartoonist, photographs chosen by the Consultant) relevant to the Somali context. •Each lesson should conclude with an exercise that can be practiced by the student outside of the class room and aims attitude/behavior change.
Develop visual aid materials for the four manuals and handbook. Main purpose of the vials aid material is to make learning more fun and accommodate the needs of semi- illiterate students: •Develop the visual aid materials and integrate them into the student handbook and teachers manuals. •Identify all pictures, photographs, cartoons related to the Somali context for both student handbook and facilitators’ manuals. •Each lesson for both student handbook and facilitator’s manual should contain minimum of 2 graphics (cartoons, photos, pictures) related to the Somali context. •Place each design into the relevant place within the manual and the handbook.
Facilitate a ToT on Rule of Law and Governance and human rights modules. Facilitate the Trainer of Trainers (ToT) that covers Rule of Law and governance and human rights modules for the specialized instructors who will be responsible for the delivery of the materials throughout the Youth at-Risk / Youth for Change programme. •Maximum of five days training in Hargeisa. •Liaise with the Observatory training coordinator about the organization of the training. Monitoring and Progress controls
The selected candidate shall provide weekly progress updates in the form of bullet points by email. He/she shall report to the DDR/AVR project manager.
Final product/Deliverables
As per the specification above, deliverables includes: 1.Facilitator’s handbook for each module. 2.Student handbook for each module. 3.TOT in Hargeisa for the facilitators. 4.5 conflict Management handbooks 5.One trainees handbook Review/approval time
The project manager in collaboration with the Community Safety Officer shall review the progress on a weekly basis to ensure consistence with the subject matter, and expected format. The selected consultant will send a progress report on an email with a draft of the training handouts completed.
Final approval: Project manager.
Qualifications and Competencies
Education: Masters Degree in Social Sciences, Gender studies, Education, or any related fields.
Experience: •A minimum of 5 years professional experience in Manual/Curriculum development, designing training materials in development projects, and implementing training activities. •Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills •Proven track record of work experience with government, local communities, international organizations, and Development initiatives at National level will be an advantage. •Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, team oriented work style, interest and experience of working in multi‐cultural environment with minimum supervision.
Language requirements: •Proficiency in written and spoken English Other Information
The expert will be required to have a personal lap top computer, and any other technical tools required for this assignment.
Terms of Service
This is a non-staff contract under the Individual Contractor (IC) modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under an IC serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP. The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.

How to apply:

Submission of application
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit electronic application by visiting http://jobs.undp.org/. The closing date for receipt of applications is 27th February 2012.
Applicants are required to fill and sign a P11 Form and submit it together with Curriculum Vitae on the online application.
The P11 Form can be obtained from the link below: http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc
Women & Somali Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply
UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
This vacancy announcement is also available on the Relief Web site (http://www.reliefweb.int/)

Salary Survey Officer

2012-02-21T16:40:00.003-07:00

Context Horn Relief is an expanding and vibrant African-based international organization, working with communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming.
Horn Relief has been strengthening rural livelihood and delivering innovative humanitarian aid and development programs for the past 20 years. Currently, we have programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan. Our present donor portfolio includes the European Commission, USAID, SIDA, and UNICEF, among others. Horn Relief is an exciting, dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.
General Description of the Role: a) The consultant will collect the following information from each of the comparators: i. Obtain job descriptions for similar positions for job matching with proposed comparator organizations with a focus on the nature, complexities and responsibilities of each position of existing SC levels;
ii. Collect and analyze the salary structures and associated benefits (including typical allowances and benefits package) of the selected NGOs in comparison to existing staff benefits package;
iii. Review tax applications and apply any updates to the new salary scale.
b) The consultant will present the analysis to Horn Relief and make recommendations on the proposed remuneration scale
RESPONSIBILITIES a) The Consultant will conduct a job matching exercise by comparing selected job profiles of Horn Relief staff with those of the targeted sample of comparator organisations.
b) The Consultant will collect and analyze data on compensation, allowances and benefits from the targeted NGOs and obtain the prevailing remuneration and benefits data.
c) The Consultant will analyze survey outcomes and prepare report consisting information on the prevailing comparator remuneration and benefits for similar functions and comparable work to that of Horn Relief staff and find equivalent benchmark positions for very high level expertise, such as the Advisory level, for both nationals in Kenya, Sudan and Somalia and international staff.
d) The Consultant will incorporate in the proposal, options for a revised remuneration scale for Horn Relief staff (options at the 40th, 50th and 60th percentile levels).
e) Each deliverable shall include all the required supporting documentation. All the deliverables shall be delivered in one original hard copy, and one electronic soft copy, preferably in Microsoft Word and Excel format where applicable, according to the schedule below:
Submission of the report to Horn Relief consisting of:

Summary of data collected from the selected organizations showing TOR matches and the valuation of their remuneration package.
A comprehensive computation showing the average of all organizations by each benchmarked TOR, and the calculation of minimum, maximum, midpoint, 25th, 40th, 60th and 75th percentile remuneration for each benchmarked TOR.
A summary table of organization practices on total remuneration, number of employees, turnover rate and review date of the scale.

Qualifications • Advanced degree in Business or Public Administration, Management, Human Resources Management or related field.
• Professional experience:
• Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in providing strategic HR advisory services, conducting diagnostic organizational studies/research including application of best practices in HR surveys;
• At least four years of conducting salary surveys, job matching and construction of salary scales.
• Familiarity with labor market conditions, including tax policies, regulatory frameworks
• Experience with conditions of employment for contract personnel and conducting professional salary surveys is necessary.
• Experience dealing with salary survey for non-profit organizations will be an asset

How to apply:

Application Process Applications should be submitted by 28th February, 2012. The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No phone calls please. Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.
Each application should include the following:  Application letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and current contact information  CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees  Professional references (minimum of three, with complete contact information)
All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at hornreliefjobs@gmail.com AND vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: “Salary Survey Officer”. Submission of this information should reach Horn Relief by 28th February, 2012.

Chief of party

2012-02-21T16:39:00.001-07:00

Chemonics seeks a chief of party to manage the upcoming USAID-funded Kenya Feed the Future Innovation Engine project, an initiative designed to foster and bring to scale innovative private-sector solutions to poverty and food insecurity. The program will identify, support, and scale up cutting-edge local innovations related to agricultural value chains, nutrition, and poverty. We are looking for individuals with a passion for innovation, entrepreneurship, and private-sector solutions to intractable problems. Responsibilities include: * Provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction

Promote outreach, communication, and networking with Kenyan innovators
Supervise technical and administrative staff
Serve as the primary liaison with USAID and international and regional partners

Qualifications:

Advanced degree in a relevant field, such as business administration or economics
Minimum eight years of experience managing complex private-sector programs
Experience as a chief of party on a USAID project preferred; exceptional candidates without USAID experience will be considered
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including the ability to communicate effectively to large public audiences
Ability to network effectively with diverse partners
Personal experience in entrepreneurship, venture capital, or private-sector innovation/incubation a plus
Strong understanding of agriculture, value chains, agribusiness, or nutrition
Experience working in East Africa a plus, in Kenya preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Fluent English

How to apply:

Send electronic submissions to KFIE_recruit@chemonics.com by March 31, 2012. No telephone inquiries, please.
Applicants should also download and complete our EEO self-identification form and separately it submit to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com when applying for this position. Please include "Chief of party/Kenya" in the subject line. You may indicate on the form your choice not to disclose information. Thank you for completing the form and supporting our EEO reporting requirements.
Finalists will be contacted.
Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability and genetic information.

Jacaranda Health Pharmacy Consultant Job Vacancy

2012-02-15T11:22:00.002-07:00

Jacaranda Health is a new venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa. We are combining business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and reproductive health services to low-income urban women.

Job Description

In 2011 we launched mobile clinic services providing antenatal care at community sites around northeastern Nairobi.

In the coming months we will open our first fixed maternity clinic. We are seeking a licensed pharmacist to work with us on a consultancy basis to design our pharmacy operations in the clinic.

The successful applicant should have at least 3 years’ experience in a busy pharmacy. Strong preference will be given to applicants who have experience setting up pharmacy operations in a comparable facility for the first time.

The candidate should be available immediately or with minimal notice required. The project will last approximately one month, and applicants for this project may be considered for a permanent position at the conclusion of this project.

In all our staff, we seek experience in maternal and child health, and a strong commitment to providing friendly and respectful care to all women. Jacaranda is an excellent opportunity to learn new clinical skills, and to receive mentorship on cutting-edge innovation in maternal health care.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advise Jacaranda Health on the setup and strategy for pharmacy operations in our first fixed clinic
Determine the key product offerings required for internal clinic use, and for external sale
Design internal and external safeguards regarding storage and dispensing of pharmacy products
Develop a detailed operations manual for Jacaranda’s pharmacy

Desired Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following:

Hold a diploma or degree in pharmacy from a recognized university/college
Hold an active license from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
At least 3 years’ pharmacy experience following receipt of diploma/degree
Excellent analytical reasoning skills and meticulous attention to detail
Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
A strong preference will be given to candidates with experience setting up new pharmacies, and/or operating pharmacies in low-income communities
Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment
A good understanding of community dynamics. Knowledge and familiarity with low-income urban areas of Nairobi, particularly experience living or working in communities in Eastlands

Additional Comments

Interested candidates may apply by submitting their CV to jobs@jacarandahealth.org.

Please include in the body of your email:

A description of past experiences relevant to this project (e.g., involvement in setting up new pharmacies)
How soon you could begin the project
Your expected monthly rate for full-time consulting support (net KSh inclusive of all allowances, excluding direct costs incurred in completing the work)

Preference will be given to applications received by Wednesday, February 12th, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Indigo Telecom Client Relationship Managers Jobs in Kenya

2012-02-15T11:21:00.000-07:00

Indigo Telecom Ltd is a satellite service provider with a global reach.

We are seeking to recruit Client Relationship Managers with the following qualification;

Requirements;

Hold of a Diploma or Degree in a Business related field.
You must be at least 25 years of age.
Sales experience- Over 3 years - Selling IT / Networking solutions in a commission based environment. VSAT sales a great advantage.
Customer service related experience over 3 years
Pro-active and motivated self-starter who can operate both individually and as part of a team.
Outstanding needs analysis, positioning, business justification and closing skills.
Computer literate.
Communication & leadership skills.
Track record- of success.
Owns a car and laptop.

The main responsibility is procurement of new Business as well as maintaining and growing existing accounts.

All applications, complete with CVs should be sent via e-mail to jobs@indigo.co.ke by 24th February 2012.

Logistics & HR Job Kenya.

2012-02-15T11:14:00.003-07:00

Logistics Officer – Somalia
Job Summary:
This position of high dependability will serve the Somalia mission in Nairobi and Somalia.
S/he will be based in Nairobi and spend 60% of his/her time in Somalia.

Specific Duties
Supply chain management with special emphasis on the following:
    * Procurement
    * General logistics
* Transport Management
    * Stock Management
    * Asset Management
    * Cargo shipping and tracking
    * Import/Export customs clearance
    * Activities documenting and reporting

Qualifications and experience:
    * University degree (preferably in Supply Chain Management).
    * Certification in Humanitarian Logistics (Desired)
    * At least 3 years’ experience in a Logistics department, preferably in a Humanitarian Organization.
    * Must be computer literate (MS Word, Excel etc.)
    * Experience using radio VHF–HF communication and satellite communications.
    * Previous work experience in and knowledge of Somali is preferred.
    * Must be fluent in spoken and written English and Somali languages.

Human Resource Officer – Somalia
Job Summary:
The Human resource officer under the guidance of the Country Director will provide functional and operational support to IMC’s Somalia programs in compliance with the local labour laws.

S/he will be based in Nairobi and spend 60% of his/her time in Somalia.

Responsibilities:
    * To work in close collaboration with the operations, programme and project teams in solving complex HR related issues and information delivery;
    * Assist in implementation of HR policies and initiatives;
    * Implement and follow-up on changes in administrative rules, regulations and procedures;
    * Advocate for and implement corporate HR strategies, policies and tools, e.g. National career development, Gender, Harassment and IMC Code of Conduct;
    * Perform HR related functions including support of procurement services;

Qualifications and experience:
    * University degree and Diploma in Human resource Management;
    * At least 3 years’ experience in personnel and administrative work;
    * Excellent Communication Skill;
    * Counseling Skills;
    * Computer literate;
    * Must be fluent in spoken and written English and Somali languages;

Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications to: somaliajobs@imcafrica.org not later than 23rd February 2012.

Auditor, Loan Officer, IT Jobs Kenya.

2012-02-15T11:07:00.003-07:00

A leading Sacco in Thika is looking for a competent and result oriented individuals to fill the following positions.

Internal Auditor
Reports to the Board functionally and the Chief Executive Officer Administratively.

Job Specifications
    * Carry out risk-based audits and make improvements to work processes and procedures.
* Periodic review of the Sacco’s assets.
    * Make audit reports and forward them for review.

Qualifications
    * Holder of CPA (K) or equivalent qualifications Relevant business related degree preferably B.Com or Business Admin. is an added advantage.
    * Three years experience in Internal Audit, in Co-operative society or related institution
    * Must have knowledge of Fosa Operations.
    * Age 28-35 years.
    * Having worked in a Sacco industry is added advantage.
    * Must be well conversant with the new Sasra regulations and reporting.
    * Must be able to design Internal Control Mechanisms
    * Must be well conversant with computerized accounting software.

Loans Officer
    * He/she will be responsible for day to day operations in the credit department and assisting the Credit Manager in implementation of the Credit Policy.

Job Specifications
    * To ensure efficient delivery of both financial and non financial services and manage a healthy portfolio that meets organization’s standard for healthy portfolio management.

Qualifications
    * KCSE grade C or equivalent.
    * Diploma in Cooperative Management.
    * CPA qualification is an added advantage.
    * Age: 28-35 years
    * Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in the Co-operative Sector.
    * Computer proficient.

ICT Officer
The job holder will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of computer systems.

Job Specifications
    * Management of all ICT related resources at the branch.
    * Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications
    * Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks;
    * Troubleshooting system, network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware/software faults;
    * Routine hardware and software preventive maintenance.
    * Accurately diagnosing and resolving ICT related issues.
    * Troubleshooting network and communication related problems.

Qualifications and Competencies
    * KCSE C+
    * Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
    * CCNA and MCSE Certification will be an added advantage.
    * At least 2 years’ experience in ICT related field.
    * Outstanding professional competence in ICT and willingness to learn new technologies.
    * Strong communication and interpersonal skills with focus on teamwork.
    * Thorough knowledge of Computer, Printer and Fax operations.
    * Proficiency with MS Office
    * SACCO experience is an added advantage
    * Age 28 -35 years

Qualified applicants should send their applications and their detailed CVs to thikateachers@yahoo.com or P.O Box 1842-01000 Thika by 29th February 2012 indicating the position applied for as the subject line or on the envelope.
Please quote current and expected salary.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Office Administration Job Kenya. Administrative Job Vacancy Kenya. A leading firm of Consulting Engineers seeks to employ an Office Manager for their office operations in Nairobi. Key Responsibilities * HR Duties. * General Administration of Staff and Records. * Office Maintenance. Key Requirements * Accounts Certificates KATC. * Minimum C+ in KCSE. * Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office packages. * Previous Office experience an added advantage. Personal Qualities * Organized, Methodical and Accurate. * Integrity, Discreet and Honest. * Conscientious and Punctual. All applicants should send a detailed CV with 2 referees and expected salary certificates to: DNA. No. 1226 P.O. Box 49010 - 00100, Nairobi Closing date for applications is 24th February 2012

2012-02-15T11:06:00.001-07:00

Administrative Job Vacancy Kenya. A leading firm of Consulting Engineers seeks to employ an Office Manager for their office operations in Nairobi.

Key Responsibilities
    * HR Duties.
    * General Administration of Staff and Records.
    * Office Maintenance.

Key Requirements
* Accounts Certificates KATC.
    * Minimum C+ in KCSE.
    * Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office packages.
    * Previous Office experience an added advantage.

Personal Qualities
    * Organized, Methodical and Accurate.
    * Integrity, Discreet and Honest.
    * Conscientious and Punctual.

All applicants should send a detailed CV with 2 referees and expected salary certificates to:

DNA. No. 1226
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

Closing date for applications is 24th February 2012