Tuesday 30 August 2011

Technical Sales Executive - Job Vacancy in kenya


Job Title: Technical Sales Executive - Tanzania

Company Profile:

Our client provides ICT Solutions targeted towards the SME Sector

Location: Tanzania

Directly Reports to:Sales Manager

Main Responsibilities 
  • Identify SME Enterprises with ICT needs.
  • Match ICT needs to available products and solutions.
  • Pre and Post-Sales Support.
Key Competencies & Skills 
  • Understanding of business systems
  • Ability to transfer Skills \ Training
  • Work Ethic
  • Achievement focus
  • Self Motivation
  • Energetic and enthusiastic
  • Team Player
  • Multitasking Skills
  • Good communication skills and sense of speech
  • Self motivated
Required Qualifications 
  • Business / Computing First Degree
  • ICT Sector Professional Certification (eg. N+ / CCNA / MCP)
  • ICT Sector Direct Sales Experience
  • 5 years experience in technical sales
  • 2 years experience in security information Technology
To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted 

Content Writers job vacancy


We need 3 Content writers.

Whether you are a professional writer, an experienced wordsmith, or a university student with a keen eye for grammatical errors, we are ready to pay you to write.

When applying, include this phrase in your Subject: “Application as a Writer.”

Requirements: 
  • Write a 500 word sample article on the topic “Article Writer.”
  • Send a resume showing your qualifications.
Must have 
  • Excellent research skills.
  • The ability to write on a variety of topics.
  • Experience in SEO articles without any spelling, grammatical, and punctuation errors.
  • One hundred percent unique and original content. Get information from more than one source and write in your own words. Even if the job is rewriting an article, it must be completely rephrased. Duplicate content will immediately terminate the relationship.
  • Articles submitted on time. There will be penalties when articles are not delivered on time.
  • Ready to work full time from our office. Please indicate your availability.
  • Availability to work half-day on Saturdays.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines and deliver over 4000 words daily.
  • Excellent customer service.
  • Ability to follow instructions given.
Net pay: Depending on your speed, you can earn Kshs 20,000 per month. There exists excellent opportunities for more earning.

Send application to featurewriters@gmail.com 

Salespersons (Britak Insurance) Jobs in Kenya


The Company is seeking to fill the following position ofInsurance Salespersons with individuals who are proactive and self-driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission to delight our customers with outstanding financial services.

The main role of the position of a insurance Salesperson is to sell insurance products and investment funds to prospective and existing clients and service the accounts thus created.

Specifically, the Insurance Salesperson is expected to do, inter alia, the following on a highly rewarding commission-paying remuneration structure: 
  1. Sell insurance and investment schemes to prospective and existing individual and corporate clients;
  2. Relationship management for existing clients;
  3. Meet and exceed exciting and aggressive work targets;
  4. Work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment within an entrepreneurial culture that offers minimum supervision.
Successful candidates will need to possess the following skills and experience: 
  • An appropriate qualification/training in sales and marketing;
  • Work experience in the financial services sector e.g. bank, insurance companies, fund manager, stock brokers etc would be an advantage;
  • Proven experience and success in selling financial services products: experience of selling unit trust investment or insurance products would also be an added advantage;
  • Computer literate (evidence will be an added advantage)
  • A good working knowledge of financial markets and financial products;
  • A high sales drive and a strong will to succeed;
  • Mature, confident, articulate and with strong communication skills;
  • Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets;
  • Well groomed, presentable and strong interpersonal skills;
  • Outdoorsy
  • C+ and above in KCSE
  • Mature, 28 years old and above preferred
If this position is of interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to nndirangu@british-american.co.ke

Hard copies will not be accepted.

Applications should be received not later than 10th Oct 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Free The Children Field Mobilizers Job opportunities in Narok Kenya


ree The Children an NGO with projects in Narok County is looking to add to our growing team;

Alternative Income Field Mobilizer

Position Involves: 
  • Empower communities in Alternative income training
  • Financial Literacy training for community members
  • Rolling out community based Voluntary Savings &Loan Associations
  • Bee keeping experience an added advantage
Environmental Education Mobilizer

Position involves: 
  • Oversee environmental principles implemented in Free the Children sponsored schools.
  • Empower community ownership for environmental initiatives
  • Experience in Agriculture will be an added advantage.
Qualifications 
  • Experience in Community Development / Environmental Studies / Agriculture
  • Excellent oral and written organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and be a team player
  • Dedicated and passionate individual who shows initiative
  • Ability to ride a motorcycle and applicable valid driving license compulsory
Send your CV ONLY include your current salary to kenyainfo@freethechildren.com no later than 9th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be directly contacted.

Visit our website: www.freethechildren.com for background. 

Senior Accountant - Hospitality Products Company-Job in Nairobi Kenya


Location: Nairobi

Our client, a leading Importer and supplier of world class hospitality products including cutlery, branded toiletries and fine bedding is looking for a Senior Accountant.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for;

Key Responsibilities 
  • Maintaining and enhancing the financial and management accounting system.
  • Ensuring that all transactions are properly checked and recorded. Come up with systems that will enhance accuracy and completeness of records in the organization.
  • Preparation of timely and accurate financial statements and management reports.
  • Prepare analytical reports with respect to revenues, costs, obligations etc to guide decision making at management level
  • Formulate, establish and continually evaluate internal financial and operation controls.
  • Ensure that all statutory returns, payment and taxes are settled in time.
  • Ensuring all documentation and recording of import and export transactions are properly done and filed.
  • Oversee the preparation of budgets and forecast which should be within company strategic plan. Analyze variances giving detailed report of the same to Directors.
  • Liaise with internal and external auditor annual audits and tax audits.
  • Establish and enforcing effective expenditure monitoring and control procedures.
  • Ensure effective stock management and control system are in place. Paying more attention on recording, monitoring and costing of products.
  • Maintenance of an asset registers of all company assets.
  • Check that payroll for correctness before approving payment.
  • Foreseeing implementation of existing purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Supervision of finance staff
Qualifications/ Experience 
  • CPA – K; Degree in Accounting an added advantage
  • Use of sage pastel an added advantage
  • Knowledge on the importation also an added advantage
  • Serious candidate able to work without supervision.
To apply, send your CV ONLY to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 2nd Sep 2011.

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

Senior Transmission Support & Maintenance Engineer (Safaricom) Job in Kenya


We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Core Network Planning & Support Department within the Technology Division.

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

Senior Transmission Support & Maintenance Engineer
Ref: TECHNOLOGY_STSME_August_2011

Reporting to the Senior Manager – Transmission Planning & Support, the job holder will be responsible for Maintenance, Optimization and project management of reliable transmission systems / networks to support interconnection of core elements and major transmission hub sites.

Key Responsibilities 
  • Management of Transmission systems/network.
  • Planning and Management of Transmission equipment spares
  • Acceptance of installed transmission equipment from Vendors
  • Ensuring equipment space and power availability for planned systems.
  • Liaison with other department during service provisioning, site surveys and visits to ensure timely provisioning of required transport capacity.
  • Provisioning of required bandwidth/capacity for projects within core network and the regional departments.
  • Ensuring that accuracy and adherence to standards is observed throughout during equipment operations and maintenance.
  • Running of transmission/transport trials, equipment/systems parameters checks and evaluation and subsequent recommendations for approval and adoption of new equipment, systems and technologies into the network.
  • Participate in evaluating use of latest technologies to realize savings on CAPEX and NOPEX and to increase capacities.
Minimum requirements 
  • Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or Higher National Diploma in Electronics/Telecommunications
  • 5 years experience with 3 years specialized role in a busy telecommunications environment
  • Involved in installations /commissioning, operation and maintenance of major telecomm projects especially in the transmission field.
  • Excellent communication and motivational skills in line with the management of a multi skilled team
  • Knowledge in Pathloss or any other microwave design tool
  • Computer literate
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to details
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Trouble shooting and problem solving skills
  • Scheduling of preventive maintenance activities
  • Project tracking and reporting
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Monday 5th September, 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke 

Video Editor - (Media Production)-Job in Kenya


We are a company involved in media production.

We pride ourselves in providing quality productions to our clients.

We are currently recruiting for the position of Video Editor.

The Video Editor is responsible for assembling raw material which consists of raw camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects into a finished product that is ready for broadcasting.

Responsibilities 
  • assembling all raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred onto video tape in preparation for inputting into the computer
  • digitally cutting the files to determine the sequence of the film and determining which footage is usable
  • overseeing the quality and progress of audio and vision engineering and editing
  • experimenting with styles and techniques including the design of graphic elements
  • selecting the most effective shot of a scene in terms of story relevance and continuity
  • writing voice overs and commentaries
  • suggesting or selecting music for inclusion into the show
Qualifications & experience 
  • Diploma in Media Production, TV Production or any other relevant technical field.
  • Technical experience in video editing is desirable.
  • High level of computer skills especially in the use of Adobe software.
If you are interested in this position and meet the listed requirements, send your application letter and detailed CV before 4th September, 2011 to:

jobsinproduction@gmail.com

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants should be ready to avail themselves for interviews on very short notice if shortlisted. 

Sales Director - Packaging Material Supplier-Job in Kenya


A fast growing medium sized supplier of packaging material to the horticulture industry invites applications from qualified persona for the position of aSales Director.

Requirements for Appointment: 
  • Proven management skills, preferably in a commercial environment
  • Knowledge of the horticulture industry, European retail and business conduct
  • Knowledge of printing and color matching
  • Fluent in English and Dutch.
  • Knowledge of the German language is an added advantage.
  • Sales oriented relation builder, bubbly personality, able to work under minimum supervision, knowledgeable in industry products and trends
If you meet the above requirements, send your CV and cover letter to;

The Human Resource Manager
P.O Box 996-00502
Nairobi, Kenya.

Deadline for application: 9th September 2011

Only applicants who meet the basic criteria will be contacted. 

Statistician-Academic Research Writer in Psychology-Doctoral Student Job opportunity


Looking for a statistician to write research report for academic journals in the area of psychology.

Should have a QM background and a master in neuroscience or psychology or in a related area.

Ideal for doctoral student. I pay $10 /hour by paypal the next day and I need somebody for approx a day a week.

Please send a cv and a sample of an article at sabourin.vincent@gmail.com 

Farm Manager and Caretaker Jobs opportunity in Kenya


Farm Manager

A medium size coffee farm is urgently looking for suitable personnel to fill the position of a Farm Manager.

Qualifications: 
  • Diploma or certificate in an agricultural related field
  • At least 5 years experience in a busy coffee farm in a similar position
  • Certificate in farm management from CRF will be an added advantage
  • Certificate of good conduct
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and
  • Proficiency in computer use and a valid driving license all classes.
Caretaker Urgently Wanted to take care of a block of flats 
  • Must have an O’Level (fourth form) Certificate
  • Good command of English and Kiswahili
  • Certificate of good conduct.
  • Ability to act as a jack of all trades will be an added advantage.
Send CV with telephone contacts to:

The Managing Director
P.O. Box 3006 - 00200 Nairobi Kenya
by 5th September 2011 

Nation Media Group IT Pre-press Technician Job vacancy Kenya


ob Ref: HR-08-2011

Nation Media Group, the leading Multi Media house in East and Central Africa is searching for a suitably qualified candidate for the position of Pre-press Technician in the IT department.

We invite candidates who are innovative, performance driven and possess excellent transferrable skills with good track record of achievement in past roles.

The Pre-press Technician will work with a team of Pre-press technicians to provide first level support services to our internal customers.

He/ She will report to the Business Systems Supervisor.

Key result areas will include: 
  • Create and configure Production Plans;
  • Administer page pairing and colour separation processes;
  • Transmit publications to printing press;
  • Provide support to Editorial, Advertising and Production staff;
  • Prepare and distribute daily Prepress Reports;
  • Administer, configure and support existing Publishing and Prepress systems;
  • Maintain systems backup, security and contingency plans to ensure continuity and high availability of publishing and prepress systems;
  • Liaise with external service providers to ensure maximum systems availability;
  • Meet or exceed the set Service Level Agreement KPIs; and
  • Play an active role in the planning and implementation of IT related projects.
Skills, knowledge and experience requirement: 
  • Higher Diploma or Diploma in Printing Technology or equivalent;
  • Proficient in Adobe InDesign;
  • Minimum experience of one year; and
  • Knowledge of Agfa or Kodak Prepress systems will be an added advantage.
This position offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.

If you meet the above criteria, apply online athttp://careers.nationmedia.com before 31 August 2011.

We regret that only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.

Accounts Assistant and Dealer Sales Agents (Safaricom Dealer) Jobs in Kenya


A leading Safaricom Dealer with an established network across the country is seeking applications from individuals to fill the following positions:

Accounts Assistant

The main purpose of this position is to provide day-to-day bookkeeping support for the company; and to assist in financial reporting and monitoring.

Minimum Criteria 
  • Minimum holder of CPA 2, with suitable experience of 1-2 years within Finance/Accounts
  • Financial and numeracy skills including high levels of accuracy
  • Experience of business and financial monitoring
  • Strong organizational skills including proven ability to prioritize and work to deadlines
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
  • IT skills including a self-sufficiency using a range of software packages
  • High degree of honesty and integrity
Dealer Sales Agents

This is a commission based sales position based in dealer outlets spread across the country in the following regions: Central, Mt Kenya, Rift Valley, Western, Nyanza, Nairobi and Eastern province.

We are seeking applications from individuals with the following qualities 
  • Energy and passion to sell and achieve sales targets
  • Completed ‘O’ Level education
  • Age – 23 years and above
  • Knowledge of local geographical area (please indicate preferred location in job application)
  • Strong communication skills with ability to persuade clients
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • High degree of honesty and integrity
  • Should be flexible and highly mobile to undertake field sales activities
Successful candidates will be required to provide credible guarantors and references.

Please mail applications to:

DN/A 1087
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100
Nairobi 

Multimedia University College of Kenya Driver Job Vacancy in Kenya


The Multimedia University College of Kenya was established by the Government of Kenya under Legal Notice Number 155 of 2008 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), the successor to the Kenya College of Communications Technology (KCCT).

The University College aims at becoming a regional leader in the discovery, preservation and dissemination of knowledge in the areas of Information and Communications Technology and related academic disciplines.

The College invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant position.

Driver

Grade 5

ADM/1/1

2 Posts

Applicants must have the following minimum qualifications: 
  • KCPE certificate or equivalent
  • Must possess Driving Licence Class ABCE
  • Must possess PSV Licence
  • Must have at least five (5) years accident free continuous driving
  • At least ten (10) years driving experience
  • Must possess certificate of proficiency from the Automobile Association of Kenya and Ministry of Public works
Applications must reach the undersigned by 2nd September 2011

Deputy Principal (Finance & Administration)
Multimedia University College of Kenya
P O Box 30305-00100
Nairobi 

Principal Drivers - Ministry of Co-Operative Development and Marketing-Jobs in Kenya


Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Co-Operative Development and Marketing

Office of the Permanent Secretary

This Ministry wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated staff to fill the following vacant positions.

Principal Driver

Job Group ‘J’

7 Posts

Salary Scale: Kshs.21,304 X 1065 – 22,369 X 1118 – 23,487 X 1175 – 24,662 X 1233 – 25,895 p.m.

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of;- 
  • Served in the grade of Chief Driver for a minimum period of three (3) years;
  • Passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
  • A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
  • Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • Attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIBHT) or any other recognized Institution;
  • A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
  • Attended a First-Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIBHT) or any other recognized Institution; and
  • Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities

This is the highest grade in this cadre.

Duties and responsibilities will involve driving the assigned vehicle; carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and brake systems, etc.; detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; maintenance of work ticket(s) for vehicle(s) assigned; ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road; overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s).

In addition, the officer may be required to supervise and guide staff working under him/her in a small transport unit.

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should apply by completing PSC 2 forms in Triplicate.

The PSC 2 forms can be down loaded from The Public Service Commission website at www.publicservice.go.ke.

Please note that the duly completed PSC 2 forms in Triplicate together with copies of the certificates and other testimonials must reach,

The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Co-operative Development & Marketing,
P. O. Box 30547-00100, Nairobi

on or before 30th September, 2011. 

New Sky Africa Jobs vacancies in Kenya

New Sky Africa Ltd. in Nairobi is an international company which involves in foreign trade, project investment, project contracting and Sino-Africa economic and culture exchange.

We are looking for qualified persons in the following positions:

1. Office Administrative Clerk 

1 Position

Must have good knowledge and experience in office work. The applicants should be outgoing, optimistic and communicative as well as coordinative.

2. Accountant 

1 Position

The person should be responsible with good character that experienced as an accountant in the international company.

3. Driver 

1 Position

The applicant must be experienced proficient driver with a clean valid driving license.

4. Full-time Salesmen 

(6 Positions, including 4 for main mechanic products such as engineering machinery, commercial vehicle and 2 for spare parts).

The one who is good at product market development. Must be familiar with east African market and engineering machinery products such as loaders, the ground machine, excavator, bulldozer and worked in truck sales company will be preferred.

5. Part-time Salesmen 

Several Positions

The main job is to sell the main mechanic products and spare parts in east African market without basic salary.

6. Equipment Maintenance and After-Sales Technicians 

5 Positions

The applicant should be familiar with the operation, maintenance and repair of the loaders, the ground machine, bulldozers and trucks, etc. and good practical skill is required.

7. Transport Documents Clerk

1 Position

The applicant should be familiar with import and export flow, domestic and international transportation business.

8. Project Executive for Real Estate Market

1 Position

The person must be responsible for real estate project development. (Such as searching and purchasing land, project planning, project management).

Requirements: The one who enjoys a good personal career integrity, solid communication ability and organization coordination as well as business negotiation skills with a good knowledge of real estate market information, development process and related policies in addition to more than 3 years related working experiences in the fields such as real estate intermediary agency, the consultant company, real estate development companies, construction company, etc.

9. Project Executive for Infrastructure Market

1 Position

The person must be responsible for the market development of infrastructure (Such as information collection and selection, project tracking, project contracting).

Requirements: one who enjoys good personal career integrity and communication, organization coordination, business negotiation skills with a good knowledge of infrastructure construction and project development process, the market information and policies in addition to construction and bidding.

Besides, the applicant should obsess certain related professional background of infrastructure construction of municipal, roads, bridges, housing-building etc. with more than 1 year’s related working experience, owning successful cases of independently presided and undertaking market development project.

10. Tours & Travel Operator 

1 Position

The applicant must be outgoing, optimistic and communicative as well as coordinative, with experience in travel agency, having a good relationship with the hotel, garage, and scenic spot.

11. Part-time Chinese-Spoken Tour Guide

Several Positions

The applicants should work in this field for years with proficient guiding experience and have a good reputation among the customers.

Qualified candidates should send their detailed CVs on or before October 31, 2011 to email: newskyafrica@hotmail.com 

Nominee of the Judicial Service Commission to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission job in Kenya

Republic of Kenya

The Judicial Service Commission

Invitation for Applications

Nominee of the Judicial Service Commission to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Ref. No. V/NO.7/2011

Pursuant to the provisions of Article 230 (2) (b) (iii) of the Constitution and sections 6 and 7 of the Salaries and Remuneration Act, 2011 (No. 10 of 2011) the Judicial Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons to be nominated to represent the Judicial Service Commission in the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

A person is qualified for appointment as a member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission if the person:-

a) holds a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;

b) has knowledge and at least ten years’ experience in either –

(i) finance and administration;

(ii) public management;

(iii) economics;

(iv) human resource management; or

(v) labour laws.

c) Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;

d) has had a distinguished career in their respective fields, and

e) should be someone who understands the historic needs of the Judiciary and capable of representing the interests of the Judicial Service Commission and the Judiciary.

A person is not qualified for appointment as a member of the Salaries Remuneration Commission if the person:-

a) is a member of the Judicial Service Commission;

b) is a member of the Judiciary;

c) is an undischarged bankrupt; or

d) has been removed from office for contravening the provisions of the Constitution or any other law.

Applications accompanied with detailed curriculum vitae should be hand-delivered to –

The Secretary,
Judicial Service Commission,
P.O. Box 30041 – 00100, Nairobi,

Or emailed to jsc@judiciary.go.ke or reghck@judiciary.go.ke

The applications should clearly state, on the envelope (if any) and in the application letter, the reference number and the position applied for, as cited above.

The application should reach the Commission within a period of twenty one (21) days from the date of this advertisement.

Hon. Justice Dr. Willy M. Mutunga, S.C.,
Chairman,
Judicial Service Commission. 

HR & Admin Officer, Technical Services Manager, Finance Manager, Internal Auditor and Procurement Officer (Kwale Water and Sewerage Company) jobs in Kwale Kenya


Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Limited, the official Water Service Provider in Kwale County has the following vacancies.

1. Human Resource and Administration Officer

Will be charged with the responsibility of an effective running of the Human Resource Management division of the finance department.

Will be responsible to the Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities 
  • Case processing for recruitment, promotion, disciplinary and dismissal of staff.
  • Maintain accurate personnel record
  • Carrying out timely monthly payroll reconciliation
  • Ensuring strict adherence to statutory provisions and the employment Act 2007
  • Attend to staff matters and nurture cordial and conducive working environment
Qualifications 
  • Must have Degree in Social Sciences from recognized university OR
  • Must have Higher National Diploma in Human Resource management from a recognized University or college.
  • Must have at least 3 years experience in similar or higher position in a reputable organization.
  • Must be highly computer literate
  • Must be 30-45 years of age.
2. Technical Services Manager

Will be the head of the technical services Department and responsible to the Managing director.

Key Responsibilities 
  • All technical activities of the organization and ensuring cost effective and accurately metered units of production
  • Maintain a robust maintenance and service routines and attend to repairs and emergencies promptly to reduce losses.
  • Motivate the staff in the department to achieve the company objectives.
  • Run the department as a strategic business unit
Qualifications 
  • Must have a BSc degree in Engineering with a strong bias in Electrical, Mechanical or ElectroMechanical
  • Must have at least 3 years relevant working experience at similar position or higher
  • Must be 30-45 years of age.
  • Must be highly computer literate
3. Finance Manager

Will be the head of Finance department and responsible to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibiilities 
  • Proper capturing and processing of financial information and translate it into accurate financial reports on a timely basis.
  • Supervisions of the finance department staff and strengthen the organization’s internal control systems.
  • Strict adherence to budgetary controls and statutory guidelines and requirements.
  • Must be highly computer literate.
Qualifications 
  • Must have a degree in Accounting or finance from a recognized university
  • Must have CPA(K)
  • Must have at least 3 years experience in a busy company
  • Must be 30-45 years of age.
  • Must be highly computer literate.
4. Internal Auditor

Will be in charge of the internal audit functions of the company and will be responsible functionally to the audit committee and administratively to the Managing Director.

Key responsibilities 
  • Thorough, ardent and articulate to details and processes
  • Help the company to prepare internal audit manual.
  • Prepare internal audit techniques and implement audit programmes as well as issuing audit reports
  • Manage the risk port folio of the company.
  • Must be well versed with RBIA
Qualification 
  • Must have a degree in Accounting, finance, statistics and at least CPA II
  • Must have at least 3 years practical experience in internal auditing
  • Must be 30-45 years of age.
  • Must have excellent computer literacy
5. Procurement Officer

Will be in charge of the procurement and supply functions of the organization and will be responsible to the Finance Manager.

Key responsibilities 
  • Implementation of the organizations policies on supplies management,
  • Application of procurement systems and procedures.
  • Preparation and strict adherence of the organizations procurement plan.
  • Strict adherence to the Procurement and Disposal Act 2006.
Qualifications 
  • Must have a degree in Social Sciences and a Diploma in Supplies Management from a reputable university.
  • Must have at least 3 years continuous experience in a reputable firm in similar position.
  • Must be highly computer literate.
  • Must be 30-45 years of age.
Attractive remuneration will be offered to the successful Candidates.

If you do not hear form us by 30th September 2011 consider yours self unsuccessful.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications to be sent to

The Managing Director
Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Limited
P O Box 18-80403
Kwale

So as to reach us not later than 4.30 p.m. 14th September 2011.

(Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification) 

Nominee of the Defence Council to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission job in Kenya


Republic of Kenya

Office of the President

Ministry of State for Defence

Invitation for Applications

Nominee of the Defence Council to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission 

Ref No. MOSD/11/18A

Pursuant to the provision of Article 230 (2) (b) (i) of the Constitution and sections 6 and 7 of the Salaries and Remuneration Act, 2011 (No. 10 of 2011) the Parliamentary Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons to be nominated to represent the Defence Council in the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

A person is qualified for appointment as a member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission if the person:-

a) is a Kenyan citizen

b) holds a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;

c) has knowledge and at least ten years’ experience in either –

(i) finance and administration

(ii) public management

(iii) economics

(iv) human resource management, or

(v) labour laws

d) meets the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and

e) has had a distinguished career in their respective fields.

A person is not qualified for the appointment as a member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission if the person:-

a) is a member of parliament or of a county assembly;

b) is a member of a governing body of a political party;

c) is a member of local authority;

d) is a undischarged bankrupt; or

e) has been removed from the office for contravening the provisions of the Constitution or any other law.

Applications accompanied with the detailed curriculum vitae should be forwarded to the

Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of State for Defence,
P O Box 40668 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya

or hand delivered to the Ulinzi House Gate along Lenana Road

on or before Tuesday 6 September 2011.

Amb N Kirui, CBS
Permanent Secretary
Ministry of State for Defence 

C++ Analyst Developer (Power Builder) Job in Kenya


An international firm dealing in consultancy, project development, systems development, and implementation among others is looking for suitable candidates to be incorporated immediately for the following position.

Power Builder, C++ Analyst Developer

Key Requirements: 
  • Degree in Computer Science
  • Working experience as a system analyst/developer in a busy IT development environment
  • Knowledge and experience in Power Builder and/or C++
  • Logical and physical data modeling, relational databases – PL SQL & Oracle database management
  • Experience of developing under Unix/Linux platform
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Desire to continually learning new skills
  • Excellent team player
  • Ability to anticipate and manage change
Responsibilities: 
  • To carry out full business requirements
  • To collect, classify and analyze business requirements documentation
  • To create high level solution designs
  • To collaboratively develop test driven functional specifications
  • To develop business solutions/applications
  • To generate process documentation
  • Good interpersonal skills.
All applicants must be ready to take up assignments within Africa and other parts of the world

If you are ready for the challenge and posses the required qualifications, kindly submit your application including your curriculum vitae to the following email: kenya.recruitment@gmail.com.

Proof of academic certificates and testimonials will be required for the interviews.

Applications to be sent by 10th September 2011

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted 

Emergency Project Manager (CARE International) Job in Marsabit- Kenya

CARE International in Kenya seeks to recruit anEmergency Project Manager for its Emergency Drought Impact Reduction project in Marsabit.

Ref: EPM/08/2011

Based in Marsabit

Six Months Contract

Reporting to the National Emergency Coordinator, the Project Manager shall provide technical and operational oversight to the overall implementation of the CARE Kenya’s Disaster Emergency Committee (DEC) funded drought response project in Marsabit.

The emergency project will run for six months with a possible extension to a phase II of nine months.

The project has Watsan and livelihood components, Watsan component focuses on improved access to safe water and hygiene practices among the drought affected communities while the livelihood component focuses on improved income security to the affected community through cash transfers and the cash for work.

The project manager will oversee the day to day management of the project that will lead to the successful project completion within the stipulated time frame while adhering to the highest standard of emergency accountability according to the CARE Humanitarian Accountability
Framework (HAF).

Applications:

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters quoting reference number on the subject field together with detailed C.V with three professional referees and daytime telephone contacts by Tuesday 6th September, 2011 to

The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International in Kenya.
Email: vacancies@care.or.ke

For further details on minimum requirements, please visit our website: www.care.or.ke.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Warning to all applicants:

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees). 

National Programme Associate (UNFPA Somalia Country Office) Job in Nairobi Kenya


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Vacancy No:VA/FPA/SOM/05/2011

Post Title: National Programme Associate

Type of Contract:Fixed Term

Level: ICS 6 (G-6)

Duration: 1 year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of Issue: 29 August 2011

Closing Date: 12 September 2011

Organisational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity.

UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Representative and the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative, the Programme Associate supports the design, planning, monitoring and management of UNFPA’s country programme by providing and managing data inputs, providing logistical support, monitoring project implementation, keeping project files and documents and following up on recommendations.

The Programme Associate applies established systems and procedures and assists in the creation of substantive knowledge by compiling, synthesizing and analyzing information relevant to population and development, gender and reproductive health.

He/she is instrumental in facilitating programme/project implementation using and developing appropriate mechanisms and systems and ensuring compliance with established procedures.

The Programme Associate maintains collaborative relationships with all programme and project staff.

Results-Oriented Functions 
  • Participates in the identification and formulation of the country programme and component projects, by compiling and analyzing information in the subject areas of UNFPA assistance to the Government, assist in drafting work plans and prepares tables and statistical data.
  • Evaluates programme activities, establishing and implementing mechanisms to systematically assess the achievement of results, conducting field visits, participating in review meetings and evaluation missions and preparing regular inputs to status and progress reports.
  • Analyzes basic factors affecting the achievement of results, recommends corrective actions and follows up on recommendations
  • In coordination with national counterparts and project personnel guides routine implementation of assigned AWPs, coordinating the delivery of project inputs, ensuring participation of national counterparts in training activities.
  • Provides logistical support to projects by coordinating review meetings and other project related workshops and events. Keep undated knowledge on UNFPA implementation policies and procedures.
  • Contributes to the creation and sharing of knowledge by synthesizing and documenting findings and lessons learned, success stories and best practices, strategies and approaches of the Country Office and drafting relevant materials for dissemination
  • Supports the advocacy and resource mobilization strategy of the Country Office by compiling and synthesizing relevant background material for use in discussions and public events.
  • Establishes and maintains records network of donor and public information contacts and provides assistance in organizing and conducting donor meetings and public information events.
  • Serve as a focal point for sub-offices programme communications by keeping records, follow up on actions and communicate feedback to the field.
  • Facilitate plan and record programme meetings and follow on recommendations.
Functional Competencies 
  • Advocacy/Advancing a policy oriented agenda
  • Results-based programme development and management
  • Innovation and marketing of new approaches
  • Resource mobilization
  • Report writing skills
Job knowledge/Technical expertise

Corporate Competencies: 
  • Integrity
  • Commitment to the organization and its mandate
  • Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing diversity
  • Developing people/Coaching and mentoring
  • Performance management
  • Fostering Innovation and Empowerment
  • Working in teams, positive attitude as a member in the team.
  • Communicating information and ideas
  • Self management/Emotional intelligence
  • Conflict management/Negotiating and resolving disagreements
  • Analytical and strategic thinking in the area of work
  • Results orientation/Commitment to excellence
  • Appropriate and transparent decision making ability
  • Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning ability
Job Requirements:

Academic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Health, Population, Demography and/or other related Social Science field is preferable.

Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience in the public or private sector.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English.

Computer skills: Proficiency in current office software applications.

Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/05/2011 – Programme Associate” should be forwarded to email address: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

‘UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’ 

Administrative Associate (UNFPA Somalia Country Office) Job in Nairobi Kenya


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Vacancy No:VA/FPA/SOM/04/2011

Post Title:Administrative Associate

Type of Contract:Fixed Term

Level: ICS6 (G-6)

Duration: 1 year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of Issue: 29 August 2011

Closing Date: 12 September 2011

Organisational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

Under the guidance and overall supervision of the International Operations Manager (IOM), the Administrative Associate provides functional leadership in human resource, administrative and financial systems of the Country Office.

He/she delivers quality services in HR, administration and finance to internal and external clients mastering all relevant rules, guidelines, processes and procedures.

He/she takes a client-oriented, results-focused approach to interpreting the rules, procedures and guidelines in service of the country programme, providing support and guidance to the Country Office and UNFPA-supported projects

Results-Oriented Functional Statement 
  • Adapts processes and procedures, anticipates and manages operational requirements of programme/project inputs under national execution in terms of personnel, subcontracts, equipment, fellowships, study tours and other programme and project related events to facilitate programme/project delivery.
  • Prepares and monitors the administrative budget and ensures financial transactions are in accordance with UNFPA financial rules and procedures. Proposes procedures to improve internal controls and efficiency and responds to audit issues.
  • Manages the recruitment and selection process applying best practice HR tools and mechanisms, advises and briefs managers and project personnel on different types of contracting modalities, HR policies and benefits, coordinates the E-PAD process and advises on performance issues.
  • Implements corporate systems and applications in support of finance and human resource management and country office operations; creates systems and mechanisms for effective management of UNFPA resources required for NEX, and advises and trains project staff in NEX procedures. Maintains continuous and accurate/up-dated flow of information between Country Office and HQ.
  • Reviews procurement requests and initiates procurement procedures for office and project equipment, supplies and services in a transparent and cost-effective manner; recommends procurement decision. Contributes to the smooth running of the office by ensuring the provision and maintenance of services and supplies following-up processes and maintaining up-to-date inventory and records.
  • Reviews and prepares material for common system activities relating to common services and premises, cost recovery, privileges and immunities, entitlement and salary surveys, security etc and represents UNFPA in related inter-agency meetings and working groups in the absence of supervisor.
Functional Competencies:

Business acumen: Independently gathers, analyses and interprets data and information from a wide range of sources using appropriate analytical tools and professional standards. Identifies warning signs based on financial analysis, probes for clarification or points of concern and presents findings

Client orientation: Establishes effective relationships with internal and external clients, actively supports the interests of the client and researches potential solutions to client needs Organizes and prioritizes work schedule and addresses client needs and deadlines promptly and
diplomatically

Implementing management systems: Maintains information/databases on system design features and develops system components. Makes recommendations relative to work-processing approaches and procedures which would lead to more efficient systems design.

Corporate Competencies:

Values

Integrity/Commitment to mandate: Acts in accordance with UN/UNFPA values and holds himself/herself accountable for actions taken. Demonstrates personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and to the organizational vision.

Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning: Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means. Learns from others inside and outside the organization adopting best practices created by others. Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge.

Valuing diversity: Demonstrates an international outlook, appreciates differences in values and learns from cultural diversity. Takes actions appropriate to the religious and cultural context and shows respect, tact and consideration for cultural differences. Observes and inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Managing Relationships

Working in teams: Works collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside of UNFPA to allow the achievement of common goals and shared objectives. Actively seeks resolution of disagreements and supports the decisions of the team.

Communicating information and ideas: Delivers oral and written information in a timely, effective and easily understood manner. Participates in meetings and group discussions actively listening and sharing information. Frankly expresses ideas with the intent to resolve issues, considers what others have to say and responds appropriately to criticism.

Conflict and self management: Manages personal reactions by remaining calm, composed and patient even when under stress or during a crisis and avoids engaging in unproductive conflict. Expresses disagreement in constructive ways that focus on the issue not the person. Tolerates conditions of uncertainty or ambiguity and continues to work productively.

Working with people

Empowerment/Developing people/Performance management: Integrates himself/herself into the work unit seeking opportunities to originate action and actively contributing to achieving results with other members of the team. Knows his/her limitations and strength, welcomes constructive criticism and feedback and gives honest and contractive feedback to colleagues and supervisors. Seeks new challenges and assignments and exhibits a desire to learn. Accepts responsibility for personal performance participating in individual work planning and objective setting seeking feedback and acting to continuously improve performance.

Personal Leadership and Effectiveness

Analytical and strategic thinking: Uses appropriate analytical tools and logic to gather, define and analyze information, situations and problems and draws logical conclusions from data. Demonstrates an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focusing on tasks and activities which have a strategic impact on results. Anticipates and meets information needs of the team and other stakeholders.

Results orientation/Commitment to excellence: Strives to achieve high personal standard of excellence. Takes action that goes beyond responding to the obvious needs of the situation and persists until successful outcomes are achieved.

Appropriate and transparent decision making: Makes timely and appropriate decisions taking into consideration various and complex issues and takes responsibility for the impact of decisions. Inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Job Requirements:

Academic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.

Experience: 5 – 10 years of relevant experience in administration, preferably part of it with an
International organization or the United Nations. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel etc), and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and experience in handling of web-based financial management systems. Knowledge of ATLAS is preferable.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English.

Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/01/2011 –“Administrative Associate” should be addressed to: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’ 

Finance Associate (UNFPA Somalia Country) Office Job in Nairobi Kenya


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Vacancy No:VA/FPA/SOM/02/2011

Post Title: Finance Associate

Type of Contract:Fixed Term

Duration: 1 Year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds

Level: ICS 6 (G-6)

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of Issue: 29 August 2011

Closing Date: 12 September 2011

Organizational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office

Organizational Context

Under the guidance and overall supervision of the Operations Manager, the Finance Associate ensures the effective functioning of financial operations and systems in support of the programme and office management.

He/she works closely with programme and project staff providing financial monitoring and analysis of projects and advising managers on expenditure trends and implementation rates.

The Finance Associate is also a member of the Country Office management services team managing financial aspects of Country Office operations. He/she may supervise clerical and support staff.

Results-Oriented Functional Statements 
  • Supports the monitoring of programme financial performance for all core and noncore resources by providing necessary financial information and analysis, including implementation rate against indicators/results. Detects potential over-under expenditure problems and suggests remedial action.
  • Develops tools and mechanisms for effective and efficient monitoring of programme and project budgets, coordinates compilation of financial data and provides accurate and up-dated financial information to HQ on a continuous basis.
  • Interprets financial policies and procedures particularly relating to NEX and provides guidance and training to staff and project managers. Strives to identify ways in which programme financial needs can be met within existing policies.
  • Assists in the management of the Country Office budget by budget formulation, controlling allotments, monitoring expenditures, and preparing revisions according to the needs of the office.
  • Ensures the effective financial recording and reporting system, internal control and audit follow-up and processes financial transactions in an accurate and timely way.
  • Reviews and monitors charges for common services and cost recovery taking into account maximum cost efficiency and represents UNFPA’s interest in related negotiations and agreements
Functional Competencies

Business acumen: Independently gathers, analyses and interprets data and information from a wide range of sources using appropriate analytical tools and professional standards. Identifies warning signs based on financial analysis, probes for clarification or points of concern and presents findings

Client orientation: Establishes effective relationships with internal and external clients, actively supports the interests of the client and researches potential solutions to client needs Organizes and prioritizes work schedule and addresses client needs and deadlines promptly and
diplomatically

Implementing management systems: Maintains information/databases on system design features and develops system components. Makes recommendations relative to work-processing approaches and procedures which would lead to more efficient systems design.

Corporate Competencies:

Values

Integrity/Commitment to mandate: Acts in accordance with UN/UNFPA values and holds himself/herself accountable for actions taken. Demonstrates personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and to the organizational vision.

Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning: Takes responsibility for personal learning and career development and actively seeks opportunities to learn through formal and informal means. Learns from others inside and outside the organization adopting best practices created by others. Actively produces and disseminates new knowledge.

Valuing diversity: Demonstrates an international outlook, appreciates differences in values and learns from cultural diversity. Takes actions appropriate to the religious and cultural context and shows respect, tact and consideration for cultural differences. Observes and inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her own biases and behaviors.

Managing Relationships

Working in teams: Works collaboratively with colleagues inside and outside of UNFPA to allow the achievement of common goals and shared objectives. Actively seeks resolution of disagreements and supports the decisions of the team.

Communicating information and ideas: Delivers oral and written information in a timely, effective and easily understood manner. Participates in meetings and group discussions actively listening and sharing information. Frankly expresses ideas with the intent to resolve issues, considers what others have to say and responds appropriately to criticism.

Conflict and self management: Manages personal reactions by remaining calm, composed and patient even when under stress or during a crisis and avoids engaging in unproductive conflict. Expresses disagreement in constructive ways that focus on the issue not the person. Tolerates conditions of uncertainty or ambiguity and continues to work productively.

Working with people

Empowerment/Developing people/Performance management: Integrates himself/herself into the work unit seeking opportunities to originate action and actively contributing to achieving results with other members of the team. Knows his/her limitations and strength, welcomes constructive criticism and feedback and gives honest and contractive feedback to colleagues and supervisors. Seeks new challenges and assignments and exhibits a desire to learn. Accepts responsibility for personal performance participating in individual work planning and objective setting seeking feedback and acting to continuously improve performance.

Personal Leadership and Effectiveness

Analytical and strategic thinking: Uses appropriate analytical tools and logic to gather, define and analyze information, situations and problems and draws logical conclusions from data. Demonstrates an ability to set clear and appropriate priorities focusing on tasks and activities which have a strategic impact on results. Anticipates and meets information needs of the team and other stakeholders.

Results orientation/Commitment to excellence: Strives to achieve high personal standard of excellence. Takes action that goes beyond responding to the obvious needs of the situation and persists until successful outcomes are achieved.

Appropriate and transparent decision making: Makes timely and appropriate decisions taking into consideration various and complex issues and takes responsibility for the impact of decisions. Inquires to understand the perspectives of others and continually examines his/her
own biases and behaviors

Job Requirements:

Academic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in finance.

Experience: 5 – 10 years of relevant experience in finance, preferably part of it with an International organization or the United Nations. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel etc), and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, and experience in handling of web-based financial management systems. Knowledge of ATLAS is preferable.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English

Applications with a current CV and P11 (www.escwa.un.org/main/vacancies/P_11.doc) marked: “VA/FPA/SOM/02/2011 –“Finance Associate” should be addressed to:

Email address: recruit.unfpasom@unfpa.org

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.’ 

Logistics Manager (Handicap International Programme) Job in Nairobi Kenya


Position:Programme Logistics Manager

Responsible to:-Finance and Administration Coordinator

Location: Nairobi

Closing date: 9th September 2011

The Organization

Handicap International (HI) is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster.

Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.

The Position

The Programme Logistics Manager is responsible for ensuring the overall running and application of logistic procedures in the program by addressing consistently daily constraints and propose adequate changes.

He/she will be responsible for :

1. Coordination of the Logistics functions within the Programme 
  • Developing and harmonizing tools and procedures for procurement, vehicle fleet management, assets management, communication equipment and stationery-consumables…
2. Support and Empowerment of Logistics Team by: 
  • Undertaking technical assessment: Conduct periodical field visits to assess staff capacity and needs in regard to the tasks and responsibilities assigned to a position. Take part in field assessments with the project/site/department managers for opening up or starting new projects.
3. Monitoring and reporting 
  • Collecting, compiling and analysing the field logistics reports (vehicles, inventories, progress, security…) and give recommendation in support of or improvement where there is need.
4. Ensuring Security Management 
  • Under the delegated authority of the Field Programme Director, carrying out an analysis of the security context and conditions and update the security plan for Kenya programme. 
  • Provide security briefs to new-comers and visitors
5. Managing National Contractors and Suppliers

Qualifications and skills required

Education and experience 
  • Bachelor Degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management with at least 5 years experience in logistics sector or Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies / logistics/CIPS with at least 7 years experience in logistic sector.
  • Previous experience in NGO an added advantage
  • At least 2 years managerial experience preferred
Attributes 
  • Rigorous
  • Responsible
  • Goal Oriented
  • Organized
  • Capacity to work under high pressure
Skills required 
  • Analytical skills
  • Decision making skills
  • Written communication skills
  • Organizational skills
If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV indicating your salary history and 3 referees with their current contacts by email to :- recruit01@handicapinternational.or.ke.

The email subject line should be marked: “Application for Programme Logistics Manager position”

Only short listed candidates with the above qualifications and skills will be contacted.

Any kind of lobbying on behalf of applicants or canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

Handicap International is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Females and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply 

Account Manager - Advertising Company-Job Vacancy in Kenya

We are recruiting for our client, an advertising company.

The Account Manager is a sales position responsible for growing and maintaining client relationships as well as to meet set sales targets.

Reporting

This person will report to the Sales and Marketing Manager.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Generation of new leads
  • New business Development (sales) and Account Management (client relationship management)
  • Responsible for identifying opportunities within existing client accounts
  • Responsible for the full sales cycle and achieving sales targets.
  • In depth knowledge of media monitoring solutions
  • Pitching or making presentations to clients
  • Preparation of Sales documentation
  • Develop a sales strategy
  • Deliver on customer excellence
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • A University Degree preferably in Marketing and/or Professional Qualification in sales and marketing
  • Strong communication and influencing skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Account management experience is essential
  • Creative flair
  • Ability to communicate in an engaging and persuasive manner
  • Excellent command of the English language both spoken and written
  • Proven Sales and marketing experience
  • Self motivated, reliable & outgoing individual
  • Excellent Customer Services skills
  • Ability to deal with different type of clients with tact
  • Computer literate (MS Office)
How to apply

Please send your CV and Application letter to recruitment@fanisi.net by 6th September 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Office administrator job in Kenya

This is an open position.

We get urgent requests for Administrators and would like to have CVs in our database.

Primary Responsibilities
  • General Office administration
  • Custodian of office resources, stationery etc
  • Ensure that the office is running efficiently and to high standards in terms of cleanliness, fixtures & general supplies
  • Assist other departments with their administrative requirements
  • Liaising with suppliers and customers to maintain a good working relationship
  • Maintain a database of all the key as well as potential customers
  • Maintain company data efficiently and confidentially
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in office management/business administration
  • 1 year experience in a similar position
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Office, Internet and e-mail, typing skills)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be organised and reliable
  • Good team player
  • Problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail
How to apply

Please send your CV and Application letter to recruitment@fanisi.net by 6th September 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Sunday 28 August 2011

Masters Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries at University of Westminster


Masters Scholarships for Students from Developing Countries at University of Westminster

University of Westminster
Masters (MS) Degree
Deadline: 1 Nov/31 May (annual)
Study in:  UK
Next course starts January 2012
Brief description:
International Scholarships are awarded for full-time Masters Degree at the University of Westminster.
Particular preference will be given to applicants that can demonstrate how the knowledge they will acquire from their studies will aid the development of their home countries.
Host Institution(s):
University of Westminster, United Kingdom
Field of study:
Any field of study under a Master’s Programme at University of Westminster.
Number of Awards:
Not specified.
Target group:
Citizens of developing countries
Scholarship value/inclusions:
Full tuition fee waivers, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London.
Eligibility:
You must be an international student from a developing country and hold an offer for a full-time Masters degree at University of Westminster.
Scholarship Criteria:
Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.
Application instructions:
Apply for scholarships only after you have been offered a place (conditional or unconditional) on a course at the University of Westminster.   Please do not apply if you have already enrolled or begun a course of study at the University of Westminster. See the scholarship application forms and  guidelines. The deadline for applications for study in January 2012 is 1 November 2011.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.westminster.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/scholarships/january-2012/westminster-international-scholarships