Wednesday, 7 December 2011

UN Women Programme Analyst Jobsin Nairobi Kenya

Job Advertisement

Position:Programme Analyst

Type of Appointment:Service Contract

Post Level: SB 5

Duty Station:Nairobi, Kenya

Duration of the Initial Contract: 12 Months

Application Deadline: 16th December 2011

I. Background

Under the guidance of the RPD, the Programme Analyst acts as a manager of and advisor to Senior Management on all aspects of Sub-Regional Office (SRO) Programmes, oversees the programme portfolio for all Country offices in the Region.

The main role is to manage country programmes including continued monitoring of implementation.

The Programme analyst leads the programme team in strategic planning and identifies new programme areas while ensuring consistency with UNDAF/ CPD priorities and creative responses to emerging challenges and opportunities.

The Programme Analyst heads and supervises Programme team and works in close collaboration with the Management Support and Business Development, Operations team in the SRO, Programme staff in other UN Agencies, UN Women HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society to successfully implement the UN Women programme in the Region.

Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field
  • 7 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services.
  • Hands-on experience in design, RBM, monitoring and evaluation of development projects and establishing inter-relationships among international organization and national governments.
III. Application procedure

Interested and qualified Kenyan Nationals are advised to apply online after a careful perusal of the Terms of References with the details of the duties and responsibilities, competencies, qualifications and experience required.

Apply through: http://jobs.undp.org/

The successful applicant shall be entitled to an attractive remuneration package as per advertised grade and commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience applicant.

UN WOMEN reserves the right to offer the position to the best suited candidate with re-classification to a lower salary grade, if none of candidates meet all the requirements.

Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date (16th December 2011) will not be given consideration.

Please note that only applicants who are short-listed will be contacted.

Kenya Airports Authority Corporation Secretary / Legal Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Managing Director the jobholder will be part of the Senior Management team whose role includes the delivery of the Authority’s strategic objectives and specifically providing legal services.

Main Responsibilities
  • Develop legal framework to guide the organization achieve its Strategic objectives.
  • Provides leadership to the Legal department team
  • Provide legal advice to management to ensure that the Authority’s statutory and regulatory obligations are met.
  • Negotiates and reviews contracts, agreements, and leases, concessions in consultation with other departments to ensure that the organizations interests are protected and obligations met.
  • Provides legal advice on matters relating to claims & litigation management.
  • Plans the Board time table , prepares agenda and records the minutes of the Board meetings.
  • Provides company secretarial services including statutory filing and compliance of government circulars, returns and coordinates responses to government
  • Follows up with management on decisions of the Board to ensure they are implemented
  • Ensures KAA complies with the regulatory environment affecting its operations by liaising with the Government and regulatory bodies -International organizations like ACI , ICAO
  • Ensures ownership rights of all KAA Assets and land titles for all AuthoriWs properties are obtained, registered and kept in safe custody
  • Ensures statutory and regulatory compliance by third parties within and around the airport on safety requirements
  • Initiates, promotes , prepares and recommends suitable statutory and regulatory provisions to government / other government bodies / other International regulatory bodies
  • Reviews all the organization policies to ensure compliance with statutory obligations
  • Carries out legal audit on operations of the Authority including due diligence on business affairs of the Authority in order to recommend on improvement, feedback and compliance
  • Ensures the effective implementation and maintenance of KAA Quality Management System
  • Ensures safe custody and timely release and recall of contract performance bonds and guarantees
  • Any other duties as assigned from time to time by the Board and management
Qualifications and Experience
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
  • Membership to LSK and ICPS(K)
  • An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
  • Minimum of ten (10 ) years experience handling legal matters
  • Computer literacy
  • Masters Degree from a recognized University is an added advantage
Applicants are expected to be of “High Integrity and no criminal record’

How to apply

Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 9th December 2011 to the address below quoting reference on the envelop HRD/CS/NOV-DEC/2011.

Please note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P.O. Box 19001-00501
Nairobi

Laboratory & Allied -General Electrician, Refrigeration Technician and Mechanical Technician Jobs in Kenya

Laboratory and Allied is a leading manufacturing company of pharmaceuticals in Kenya.

The following vacancies are available:

1) General Electrician

2) Refrigeration Technician

3) Mechanical Technician

Qualifications
  • Diploma in the relevant technical field from a recognized institution
  • 3 years working experience in a similar position in a medium to large company
  • Experience in electrics, welding, masonry, carpentry, plumbing and/or mechanics
  • Experience in managing staff
  • Certificate of Good conduct
  • Strong oral communication skills and ability to organize and meet deadlines
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
  • Computer literate
Kindly send your application to naren@laballied.com

Young Entrepreneurs! "Your Chance to Register in the Youth Directory"

The Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) is compiling a directory of youth owned enterprises.

The Fund now invites all Enterprises owned by Kenyans aged 18 to 35 years to register with the National Youth Enterprises Directory.

The registered Youth Enterprises will benefit in the following ways among others;
  • Directory will publicize the Youth Enterprises to the general public.
  • This will enable the public to buy from young entrepreneurs, increase sales and offer more employment opportunities
  • Directory will constitute a useful database on sector specific new ventures and businesses that the youth run.
  • Directory will formalize the existence of Youth Enterprises which may eventually lead to the formation of common bond associations.
  • Directory with sector specific listing, will present a fertile ground on which market linkages (supply of raw materials as input for large manufacturing firms) and forward market linkages (serving as supply chain agents/distribution channels) will germinate.
  • Directory will present opportunities for Youth Enterprises arising from Advocacy and lobbying for preferential Outsourcing by government agencies and large organizations.
  • Directory will boost the image of the Youth Enterprises as capable and trusted partners in mutual strategic alliances.
  • Directory will allow Youth Enterprises to benefit from Capacity building in form of training needs, market survey and research.
  • Directory will reveal the funding structure of most Youth Enterprises which will inform the government on the most appropriate interventionist and facilitative strategies.
Where to get and return a registration form
All applications should reach us on or before 31st January, 2012.

Youth Enterprise Development Fund
8th Floor, National Bank Building,
Harambee Avenue,
P.O. Box 48610-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254-20-2211671-2 / 2211675

Email: info@youthfund.go.ke/ complaints@youthfund.go.ke

Sales Trainers career in Nairobi Kenya

Position Title: Sales Trainer (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania nationals)

Reports to: Practise Head – Sales

Duty Station:Nairobi, Kenya

Basic Purpose:

To impart knowledge on products, processes & systems; and skill the role holders on the Company’s ways of working and thus enable them to achieve defined business metrics.

Principle Accountabilities:

Expected End Results

1. Managing Operations effectively at the State, province and zonal level. 

Major Activities
  • Timely sign off of the training calendar.
  • Ensure training is delivered on time with minimum defined number of people.
  • Responsible for effective communication with business. Act as bridge to bring market realities to business and translate business strategies for implementation.
  • Comply with defined processes and ensure that reports like Post Training Reports (PTR), attendance sheets, Impact stories are filled and submitted on time.
  • Ensure that maximum number of role holders is covered for training and thus the training benefit is optimized.
2. Knowledge and skill enhancement of Sales personnel to meet defined business metrics

Major Activities
  • Effective training delivery as per the defined Training Man-days target.
  • Evaluate extent of knowledge enhancement by conducting Job Knowledge Quizes
  • Impacting productivity of sales personnel by enhancing their sales skills
  • Continuous improvement in training delivery and content by analyzing PTR and feedback scores.
  • Imparting training programs at all levels i.e. from Basic to advanced skills.
3. Customization of Content as per the business and people requirement of the Opco operating in

Major Activities
  • Understand and study business challenges and market of the region operating in.
  • Update one’s knowledge on country’s laws and regulations and customize content accordingly to help sales staff sell products and resolve customer queries while complying with the local laws.
  • Get in-depth understanding of the training requirements of the sales staff and modify content accordingly.
Essential Skills & Knowledge: Education
  • Possess a Graduate or Post Graduate qualification from a recognised university
Relevant Experience:
  • A minimum of 5-7 years CS experience, at least 2 of which should preferably be in the telecom sector
Personal Characteristics & Behaviours:
  • Strong Communication Skills – Both written and spoken
  • Knowledge of local language
  • People’s person who has the ability to create bonds easily and quickly
  • Good Presentation Skills
  • Subject matter knowledge
  • Ability to engage and build relations with multiple stakeholders, including trainees and Managers
  • Expert in MS- Office
  • Ability to present one as a mentor whom can be looked up to for guidance and knowledge
Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications on e-mail, together with the latest copy of CV, contact details and their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com so as to be received on or before Friday 16th December 2011.

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

Content Developers Job vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Position Title:Content Developer(several positions)

Reports to:Deployment Head

Duty Station:Nairobi, Kenya

Basic Purpose: To ensure that content for training delivery is created at the stipulated time, cost and quality norms.

Expected End Results: Creation and customization of Content as per the business and people requirement of the region one is operating in.

Major Activities
  • Understand and study the business challenges and the market reality of the region operating in.
  • Should create effective content on Product, Process and Skills for both Sales and CS staff working at different levels.
  • Update one’s knowledge on country’s laws and regulation so as to create content that enables the sales and CS staff to sell products and service clients while complying with the local laws.
  • Get an in-depth understanding of the training requirements of the sales and CS staff so as to create the content accordingly.
  • Have thorough knowledge of the competition, company products, pricing and the industry so as create useful and effective content.
  • Liaise with Sales and CS trainers to get feedback on the training programs conducted so that relevant changes can be made.
  • Construct learning solutions while ensuring quality.
  • Create facilitator and participant guides as well as other training material.
  • Conduct field study as and when required to obtain ground level data.
  • Conducting pilot programs and Training of trainers on the content created
Essential Skills & Knowledge: 

Education

The ideal candidate should be in possession of a Post Graduate qualification, preferably an MBA, especially in English Literature/Mass communication from a recognised university

Relevant Experience:

Have a minimum of 8 years experience in operations or training in a medium to large sized organization, preferably in a telecom/FMCG industry.

Personal Characteristics & Behaviours:
  • Have strong and creative written communication skills
  • Have proficiency in MS- Office
  • Be a team Player
  • Be strong on logic and analytical ability
  • Possess sound visualization skills
  • Have an eye for detail
  • Have research orientation.
  • Have the ability to work within deadlines
  • Experience in writing, editing, proof-reading for tutorials and technical articles would be added advantage.
  • Ability to explain complex issues in simple language to a broad consumer audience
  • Familiarity with online publishing and active online blogging will be a strong plus
Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail, together with the latest copy of CV, day time telephone number and details of their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com to be received on or before Friday 16th December 2011. 

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

Sales Executives Job vacancies in Nakuru, Mombasa and Nairobi IAT Centers

We are looking for three people to fill the position of Sales Executive in the Nakuru, Mombasa and Nairobi IAT centers.

Are you a mature and confident person?

Do you enjoy working in a growing organization with opportunity for advancement?

This challenging role requires someone who is competitive and is looking for performance based incentives and high potential earning.

Do you have strong customer care skills and take great pride in team and personal success?

Then you are the person weare looking for.

The ideal candidate will be:
  • A holder of a University degree in a Business related field.
  • Able to work with variety in a fast changing industry.
  • Hardworking, mature, able to handle pressure with minimum supervision.
  • Self-motivated, organized and driven to exceed the targets set.
You must have worked for at least one year in a Sales environment and must also be able to demonstrate competence in Computer Skills for this position.

If you fit the above profile and more, send your application preferably by e-mail not later than 12th December 2011 to:

The Corporate Sales Manager,
P.O Box 20653-00200, 
Nairobi

Telephone number: 2308872/0725 867519

E-mail: KKuria@iat.ac.ke

Applicants should call the HR Department on 14th December 2011 to find out if they have been short listed.

Travel Consultant Job opportunity in Kenya

Travel Consultant

Requirements

1. Doing bookings

2. Ensure each booking has a booking card

3. Ensure all bookings are confirmed and re-confirmed

4. Ensure all bookings have ticket numbers

5. Ensure ticketing rules are followed.

6. Ensure all tickets are authorized for by the client. Any ticket sent to accounts without an L.P.O or letter of authority by the clients will not be invoiced. If sent with fraudulent authorization then the you will be personally held accountable even if is after your departure from our employment.

7. Ensure going through the queue messages and advise clients on the status of bookings

8. Do quotations to clients ensure they are properly typed/pasted and call/chat all clients to ensure they have received their emailed quotations

9. Ensure the quotations are responded to immediately incase of delays then advice the client the intention to do so.

10. Send any cash paying clients to accounts office for receipting.

11. Cancel all cancelled tickets on the computer system, punch them and forward them to accounts with the attached cancellation slip.

12. Ensure that we are updated on all current fares from the airlines.

13. Ensure you seek authority for all discounts to clients especially walk ins who are not within our approved levels of discount in our systems

14. Ensure all un-needed bookings are cancelled in the system to avoid no show fees. 

15. Do a daily sales report and forward to the relevant accountant on a daily basis.

Must have account they can walk in with and in addition to accounts to be allocated to be able to generate minimum 10,000,000 sales a month within 6 months.

Minimum experience 4 years in a busy office, have relevant education to the position and a computer literate

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

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Business Development Executives-(Technobrain)- Jobs in Kenya

Our Client, Technobrain BPO / ITES, is the BPO division of Technobrain, Africa’s leading IT Solutions provider.

Technobrain BPO / ITES offers services specifically tailored to the global outsourcing industry, utilizing new technology to offer high quality services to both local and international clients.

Job Title: Business Development Executives 

Reporting To: Business Development Manager

Job Location: Nairobi

Eligible Nationalities: Kenyans

Key Areas of Responsibility
  • Increase opportunities for Sales and meet the desired Company targets on recurring Sales Revenues
  • Market the brand and the Company's experience to increase Good will in the African Industry
  • Enhance the confidence of potential customers to do business the Company
  • Pro-actively hunt for target organizations and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from the Company's services
  • Sharing a good rapport with the clients, understanding their project requisites, incorporating changes required within project conformity and providing value addition.
  • Approach such Organizations and maintain the business development dashboard with pipeline, pending, matured and closed deals
  • Report Monthly business review & individual target achievement to the Business Development Manager
  • Liaise with Process and Performance Manager to ensure optimized use of internal processes
Required Skills and Competencies

Education, Licensure, and Experience: 
  • Degree or Diploma qualifications in Sales and/or marketing, or related qualifications from a reputable Institution of Higher Learning.
  • At least Six months Experience in a call centre environment.
  • At least one year experience in Corporate sales and new business development.
  • At least one year experience in Customer and Operational Service.
  • Should have team handling experience.
  • Experience within financial, commercial or IT roles within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, financial and/or IT industries would be added advantage.
Other Skills and Competencies Required
  • Should have knowledge of BPO / ITES services
  • Should have sound knowledge of Client costing.
  • Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
  • Must be adept in the use of MS Office 2003 or later, particularly Excel, Word, and Access or similar databases. 
  • Advanced skills in these packages would be preferred.
Personality Requirements
  • Excellent Communication and presentation skills.
  • Should be presentable & should stand up to the mark
  • Should have a flair for sales.
  • Must be articulate.
  • Appreciates need for consistency within the company’s operations.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
How to Apply:

Interested candidates should forward their applications enclosing copies of their detailed CVs to the following address:

Adecco Employment Services
Email: info@adeccokenya.com 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline Date: 15 December 2011

MRent Business Development Manager Vacancy Job in Kenya

Mrent Business Development Manager

Want to join a fun, exciting internet company?

MRent is an online property management and rent payment system.

Be a part of our small but dynamic team and experience the thrill of being part of one of Africa’s fastest growing internet companies.

Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Provide customer support
  • Produces weekly activity reports and monthly activity plans.
  • Participates in sales/listings meetings.
  • Identifying, capturing, populating, moderating and managing tenant and landlord listings
  • Customer education and marketing
  • Reporting of acquisition activity to CEO
  • Follow-up with existing and prospective landlords and tenants.
  • Convert leads into active MRent users.
  • Provide customer support and service delivery to existing and prospective MRent customers
  • Builds a defined working territory according to guidelines.
  • Regular, consistent and punctual attendance.
  • Populating and identifying quality properties for management in the target regions.
  • Customer education and marketing of mrent.co.ke
  • Be innovative and share possible revenue generating ideas.
  • Grow Mrent’s client portfolio
Skills and Abilities
  • High level of professionalism and work ethic.
  • Helpful, willing and friendly attitude.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • A passion for ecommerce
  • Self-motivation.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Must be able to follow the 202° degree rule -www.212movie.com
  • Flexibility/adaptability.
  • Technology Savvy
Qualifications and Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s degree or an IT related qualification is advantageous.
  • A minimum of 1 year’s experience sales/acquisition in property management or knowledge of how property agencies operate is advantageous.
  • Experience in working for an online property agent will be advantageous
  • Proven sales of IT products
  • Computer literacy in MS Office and email required, including internet proficiency.
  • Access to a laptop
Due to the volume of applications, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Location: The position is based in Kenya

Duration: Full-Time

How to Apply: In order to be considered for an interview, email your application to hello@mrent.co.ke with the following documentation:

A concise CV with personal details, education details and any previous as well as current work experience gained thus far.

A brief motivation highlighting why you feel we should hire you and why you would be a fitting candidate for Mrent.

Include the following
  • Current and expected remuneration in the subject line of your email
Note: Applications that don’t adhere to the above guidelines WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Deadline for applications is 15th December 2011

World Vision Senior Finance Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date:December 16 2011

Purpose of the position:

To oversee the EARO Core accounting unit by managing the payments, cash disbursement, SA & payroll processing and financial reporting so as to promote financial stewardship and accountability

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
  • Bachelors degree and/or CPA (K)/ACCA
  • Minimum 5 Years experience in Accounting roles with 3 years on a similar position
  • Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial systems, budget/cash-flow monitoring and internal accounting controls
  • Knowledge of and experience with government grant regulations and financial reporting requirements preferred
  • Must have good working knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably Sun Systems & Vision. 
  • Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office programs
  • Good oral/written and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to work on a cross-cultural environment with a multi-national staff.
Job Details 

Download More Job Details Here

How to Apply 

Interested and qualified candidates who wish to apply for this position should send an application letter and detailed CV to wvaro_recruit@wvi.org by 15th December, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

As a child-focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

Our Vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.

2 Paid Internship Opportunities (professional writing)- (Ksh. 750 Per day)

Our client is currently in search for individuals who are versatile and dynamic academic and essay writers with research experience and able to efficiently and professionally write well researched stories, articles and essays on different topics.

The client is assigning two interns to a supervisor in 5 major towns across Kenya. The first interns we will be taking should come from colleges or universities around Nairobi. They will be based at the Blessed House along Thika Road where their offices will be. They will work independently with the assigned supervisor to accomplish the client’s target.

The interns can be given time off to do their CATs and exams anytime they wish but our client will NOT pay for that time or day. This is a pay-as-you work opportunity and will be offered to even students on an equal opportunity as those who have finished their studies. You should be able to commute from your hostels to the office.

Our supervisors have been picked from very bright guys in the industry and they expect to give you a good taste of a real work environment. There will be an opportunity to extend your contract after 3 months if you perform exceptionally well.

Qualifications:
  • A student in one of our local Kenyan colleges or universities.
  • Must be very creative.
  • Extensive knowledge in Ms Office and Internet.
  • Excellent English
  • Must be ready to start the job on January 1st 2012.
  • Knowledge in a wide array of current affairs.
  • The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision
Requirements:
  • A one page article on any topic of choice especially current affairs (with a Verdana font 12)
  • A one paragraph description of yourself after the article with your contacts
  • Excellent research skills
  • The ability to understand a variety of topics with ease.
  • Able to work under constant supervision.
Payment:

Payment is calculated on the number of days you have worked with the supervisor.

Payment is done on Friday’s at 5 p.m

Ksh 750 per day guaranteed.

Send your small article, a one paragraph description of yourself and your day-time contacts to hrskenya@gmail.com

Deadline for application Friday 23rd December 2011

Interviews will be from 27th to 30th Dec 2011.

Day of reporting of work will be 2nd January 2012

Do not send CVs or certificates. (This is an internship and one of its purposes is to get some experience in your CV)

Follow the above instructions

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not charge any fees to job applicants.

Tuesday, 6 December 2011

Kenyaweb Mobile Application Developers Job opportunity in Kenya

Kenyaweb is a professional Mobile and Web application development company with the Head Office in Nairobi, and branches in Eldoret and Mombasa Kenya.

We are seeking an interactive Mobile Application Developers with experience in developing full-scale applications on the iOS, Android, Symbian and Windows platform.

We are particularly interested in individuals possessing a quality-oriented attitude, attention to detail and the capacity to debug their own code.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a team of extremely talented programmers and designers with an aim to create exciting new consumer mobile products, then we should talk.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop new apps
  • Maintain existing apps
  • Assist in the ideation of apps
  • Assist in the creation of information architecture and wireframes of apps
Requirements:
  • 1+ Years experience developing mobile apps using various programming languages
  • 2+ Years of software development experience
  • Strong ambition to adapt and learn new development technologies
  • Ability to effectively communicate and work in a team
  • Strong attention to detail
Other desired skills:
  • Strong understanding of OOP principles and design patterns
  • Experience developing with Adobe Flash, Flash Builder, and ActionScript
  • Experience developing cross-platform apps using Adobe AIR
  • Experience developing Android apps using Java
  • Experience developing with Unity3D
  • Experience developing with JavaScript / AJAX
  • Experience developing with PHP / MySQL
  • Experience developing with Microsoft.NET (C#) / MsSQL
  • Experience implementing 3rd party APIs (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, etc)
The salary for this position commensurate with experience. 

In addition, kenyaweb provides a competitive benefits package, including merit-based bonuses and more.

Applications:

Applications should be sent to appsupport@kenyaweb.com and cc to hr@kenyaweb.com by 23rd December 2011. 

NB: Those who do not meet the above qualifications need not apply.

Madison Insurance Training Manager jobs in Kenya

Reporting to the General Manager –Life Business, the primary responsibility will be to design and implement capacity building programs in line with the corporate strategic objectives and provide solutions that deliver desired behavioural and business changes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Periodically carry out training needs assessment to identify training and development needs for the the sales team and other staff and prepare annual training plan.
  • Develop and review the training materials in line with current and future needs.
  • Design and execute appropriate training and development programs with a view to enhancing the capacity of the sales team.
  • Prepare and monitor training budgets.
  • Align the training programs with the sales team career path.
  • Develop and implement training evaluation instrument, collect feedback and continuously conduct training impact assessment with a view to ensuring the training offered is relevant.
  • Design and implement capacity building programs for internal trainers (TOT) at the Regional and Branch level.
  • Coordinate the learning and certification programs including identification of resource persons to facilitate the training and evaluating their performance.
  • Conduct research on capacity building, motivation and retention schemes for the sales force.
Education, Training and Experience 

The ideal candidate should have a business degree from a recognized university.

An MBA will be an added advantage and should be proficient in the use of MS office. 

He/she should have at least five (5) years experience in the field of training including course design, development and adult education/learning styles.

Candidates who have at least five (5) years experience at management level preferably in FMCG or Financial Services Sector will have an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate must demonstrate exemplary working knowledge of current and emerging training tools and learning aids, strong presentation and facilitation skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, organization and planning skills, problem analysis and problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions within the required time frame.

A competitive package commensurate to the candidate’s skills and qualification will be offered.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with comprehensive Curriculum Vitae on or before 14th December 2011 to: hr@madison.co.ke

Finance Manager and HR & Admin Manager - (National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE))- Careers in Kenya

Finance Manager

Ref: HR/2011/11-1

The National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE) is a Kenyan NGO and a leader in comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention and Strategic Behavioral Communication (SBC) interventions with Most-at-Risk Populations, youth, workplaces and underserved populations.

NOPE works closely with the Government of Kenya and implements different donor-funded programs in collaboration with different stakeholders. These include the New Partners Initiative (NPI-SHAP), funded by PEPFAR through CDC, the USAID APHIAplus Kamili, APHIAplus Nuru ya Bonde, and the Global Fund Round 7.

NOPE seeks to recruit a dynamic individual with the relevant qualifications to fill in the post of Finance Manager.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Finance Manager will provide financial management services for NOPE, spearheading financial management, control and forward planning for finances in line with the NOPE strategy.

Specific areas of responsibility will include;
  • Developing, implementing and maintaining good financial policies and systems
  • Managing the budgetary and forward planning systems and process including annual, quarterly and ad hoc budgets
  • Reviewing donor contracts to ensure that budgets are in line with donor requirements
  • Preparing periodic financial reports and interpreting the same to management
  • Monitoring donor call down requests and cash flow planning
  • Liaising with Internal and External auditors and responding to queries, observations and recommendations
  • Maintaining NOPE payroll and establishing staff payroll accounts
  • Managing overall work process of the finance unit by ensuring effective work assignment, supervision and staff development
The ideal candidate should have:
  • A university degree in accounting, commerce, business or Accountancy qualification (CPA(K), ACCA etc);
  • Extensive experience in business, financial administration with at least 3 years at a senior management level, knowledge of and demonstrated experience in USG government compliance requirements;
  • Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and computerized accounting systems in particular QuickBooks with sound knowledge and experience of Performance Based Output Budget System;
  • Strong strategic advisory and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams and establish and implement work plan objectives;
  • Fluent in English with excellent communications, presentation and inter-personal skills.
Human Resources and Administration Manager 

Ref: HR/2011/11-2

Reporting to the Deputy Director (Organizational Development), the Human Resources and Administration Manager will oversee all aspects of the organization’s human resources management and development.

He/she will provide leadership in all aspects of administration and ensure the sustenance of individual and organizational growth and performance.

Specific areas of responsibility will include:
  • Manage organizational reviews including structural, functional and staffing reviews.
  • Manage job analysis and evaluation exercises to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in established positions.
  • Manage the recruitment process, coordinate induction program for new staff, and provide full briefing to staff on HR policy guidelines as well as benefits.
  • Manage staff performance including probation and the annual performance evaluation facilitation.
  • Manage staff training and development.
  • Administer NOPE benefits including pensions, staff life and insurance schemes.
  • Process all annual statutory returns including tax, national pension and hospital fund.
  • Manage HR and Administration resources including financial budget and staffing.
The ideal candidate should have: 
  • Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or in related field;
  • Experience in HR and administration management and leadership, staff supervision;
  • Ability to operate modern office equipment;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
  • Understanding of NGO operations; and
  • at least 3 years experience in a relevant senior management position.
If you meet the criteria above, please send your details including remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to

The Executive Director,
National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE)
Email: hr@nope.or.ke.

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

Closing Date: 15th December, 2011

Please quote the position and reference number provided in the email subject matter

For more Job Description information visit www.nope.or.ke

Nairobi Hospital-Medical Officers, Radiographers and Cashiers Careers in Kenya

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has the following excellent career opportunities:

Medical Officers

Ref: HRD/MO/12/11

Reporting to the Accident & Emergency Coordinator, the successful candidates will be responsible for the following amongst others:
  • Management, stabilization and treatment of patients.
  • Providing clinical support including admission, discharge or referral to the appropriate consultants.
  • Undertaking clinical procedures in Accident & Emergency Department, Wards and Clinics.
  • ICU rotation.
  • Maintaining patient confidentiality.
  • Participating in continuous medical education programmes.
  • Participating in major disaster management.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
  • ACLS, ATLS, PALS qualifications will be an added advantage.
  • Registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
  • Valid practice licence.
  • Two (2) years post qualification work experience in an emergency setting.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to make quick and solid decisions.
Radiographers

Ref: HRD/RPR/12/11

Reporting to the Chief Radiographer, the successful applicants will be responsible for the following amongst others:
  • Performing radiological procedures.
  • Producing images of high diagnostic quality.
  • Assisting with diagnostic imaging services in Theatres.
  • Providing services in the Catheterisation Laboratory.
  • Maintaining equipment, accessories and stock logs.
  • Effective use of picture archiving & radiological information systems.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
  • Diploma or Degree in Diagnostic Radiography.
  • Registration with Radiation Protection Board.
  • Valid practice licence.
  • Two (2) years work experience.
  • Computer literate.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
Cashiers

Ref: HRD/CASH/12/11

Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the successful applicants will be responsible for the following amongst others:
  • Receiving and receipting funds from designated collection points.
  • Allocating correct code numbers for all receipted funds.
  • Daily banking duties to the Chief cashier and/or the designated drop-in-safe.
  • Preparing daily receipts and payment summaries and reconciliations.
  • Confirming correct documentation for bonafide corporate scheme beneficiaries.
  • Validating corporate patient ensuring correct documentation is given and properly filled.
  • Liaising with insurance companies regarding pre-authorization for payments.
  • Processing patient admissions.
Qualifications and Experience
  • KATC II to CPA II only.
  • Similar working experience / Exposure in a busy customer facing role.
  • Possess excellent coordinating and planning skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer relations skills
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office and accounting software
If your background, experience, competence match the above specifications, please send your application and a detailed C.V. quoting the reference on the application letter. Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees including day time telephone to:

Human Resources Manager 
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100

Or e-mail: hrm@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than Friday, 16th December 2011. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Marketing Coordinator-(Nature Kenya)- Job Opportunity

Nature Kenya, a membership Society founded in 1909 to promote the study and conservation of nature, seeks to employ a Marketing Coordinator.

The Marketing Coordinator will develop and implement strategies to elevate Nature Kenya’s public image and increase support and resources from the private sector and individuals.

Key qualifications include: 
  • Formal qualification in a marketing, communications or public relations field;
  • ability to work strategically and co-ordinate a wide range of marketing activities and stakeholders;
  • proven experience in marketing partnerships and sponsorships to private sector;
  • proven technical report writing and communication skills;
  • computer literacy; and a minimum 2 years experience in a relevant marketing field.
  • Understanding of finance and ability to assess markets and trends and to determine opportunities for fundraising, as well as a demonstration of commercial sense in interacting within a business environment, is required.
  • University degree holders in Marketing and those with a demonstrable commitment to the environment have an added advantage.
  • Understanding of finance and ability to assess markets and trends and to determine opportunities for fundraising as well as a demonstration of commercial sense in interacting within a business environment is required.
Please mail your application and curriculum vitae to: 

Executive Director, Nature Kenya,
e-mail: office@naturekenya.org 

with the subject line Marketing Coordinator before December 19, 2011

Graduate Architect Job in Kenya

We are a busy Architectural Firm looking for aGraduate Architect.

The candidate shall have a minimum of five years working experience & should be ready to travel within the region.

Proven experience in project management is mandatory.

Qualified candidates should send their applications to gradarch@pharosarchitects.com by close of day on 14th December 2011.

Kindly note that applications exceeding 10 mb’s will be automatically deleted by the system.

Crest Outsourcing Article Writing job opportunity

rest Outsourcing is looking for competent article writers who can produce 5 articles of 500 words or its equivalent on a daily basis from Monday to Friday. 

We are looking for people who know what copywriting for the web is and content writers who are specialized in providing relevant text content for websites.

If you know what keyword based writing is, and are aware what SEO writing is, if you can produce 5 original non-plagiarized texts on a daily basis, if you can churn out articles that are well written and have no grammatical or spelling errors, then we are looking for you. 

All our articles are from different niches or from distinctively different subjects relevant to a specific topic or category and specific details and keywords will be provided.

You must be able to write on any and all kinds of topics and must strictly follow deadlines because articles that are not submitted by the deadline will not be accepted or paid for. 

We are comfortable with a weekly payment plan but must be provided with well researched simple and free flowing articles that are written in American English. 

Applicants must have their own computers with an uninterrupted internet connection. 

To apply for this position which is on a work for hire basis and not a full-time opportunity but an on-going daily assignments opportunity please send an email stating if you are willing to write a test article on a given topic.

In your email please detail your writing background and your experience as a writer specifically article writing as enumerated above. Please do not send samples or CV’s. You will be asked to write samples and must be prepared to do so within a specific time.

Please do not apply if you are not confident with your writing abilities and cannot submit 5 articles of 500 words on a daily basis. Training can be availed for those willing to learn how to write.

Send emails to articleprojects2012@gmail.com

Macroeconomic Advisor-(Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030)- Job in Kenya -

Preamble

The Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030 with the Assistance of UNDP under it’s Support to Kenya Vision 2030 Project wishes to recruit aMacroeconomic Advisor to be located in the Ministry’s headquarters.

Terms of Reference

The Advisor’s main responsibilities will be to provide advice, support and build local capacity in the formulation and implementation of macroeconomic policies, research and the development and maintenance of macro modelling in the ministry.

Specifically, the Advisor shall:

1. Provide expert advice as required by the Ministry on macroeconomic issues and their implications on national development and planning policies.

2. Liaise with the Macro Working group institutions including Central Bank of Kenya, Kenya National Bureau Statistics, Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis, Ministry of Finance and Kenya Revenue Authority and other local stakeholders to provide regular briefs on economic issues, prospects and risks.

3. work closely with relevant government institutions and development partners to produce regular policy briefs and reports, policy background papers and other topical issues.

4. Provide technical expertise in the overall development and application of macroeconomic models in the ministry including the T21.

5. Provide expert oversight to the production of quarterly, annual and medium term projections and reports for use in policy formulation and national planning process.

6. Provide technical leadership to Ministry’s research on key macroeconomic issues and their sectoral linkages.

7. Provide expert and leadership in the analysis of regional and international/global economic and social issues on their impact on the Kenyan Economy.

8. Assist in identification of policies aimed at integration of climate change, adaptation and mitigation of its effects on national development planning.

9. Build capacity of Macro planning Directorate staff on macroeconomic analysis, economic forecasting and modelling.

10. Advice the Minister on a regular basis.

Deliverables
  1. Capacity of Macro Planning Directorate staff built in the areas of macroeconomic analysis, modelling and forecasting.
  2. A revised macroeconomic framework by the first year of the contract.
  3. Quarterly, annual and medium term projections and reports on key macroeconomic issues.
  4. Regular policy briefs, issue papers, policy background papers and reports produced.
  5. Research papers on key macroeconomic issues.
  6. Support the development and implementation of T 21 Model for Long Term Planning in Key sectors.
Reporting Obligations
  1. The advisor shall report to the Permanent Secretary through the Economic Planning Secretary in the Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030.
  2. The advisor shall on a day to day basis work with the Macro Planning Directorate.
  3. The Advisor shall prepare a concept paper, including work plan within four (4) weeks of commencement of assignment.
  4. The advisor will prepare monthly progress reports as well as quarterly reports outlining progress, constraints and recommendations.
  5. The advisor shall provide an end of assignment report outlining achievements shortcomings, and proposals for the way forward.
Qualification and Experience
  • PHD in Economics, from a recognized university with a strong bias in the area of macroeconomics.
  • Minimum of 15 years professional experience, specializing in macroeconomic analysis, research, modelling and forecasting as evidenced by publications in referred journal.
  • Experience in working with government and development partners
  • A thorough understanding of government statistics, national accounts, balance of payments and monetary statistics.
  • Vast knowledge of data compilation.
  • Have a clear understanding of the system of national Accounts (SNA) and its linkages to input – output tables and Social Accounting Matrix (SAM).
  • Knowledgeable in econometrics packages e.g. E-views, STATA e.t.c.
  • Ability to conceptualize problems and to identify and implement solutions expeditiously.
  • Ability to proactively seek and recommend sound policy initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to transfer skills and knowledge to others.
  • Good communication, negotiation and diplomatic skills.
Terms and Conditions

The successful applicant for this job will serve on a three year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

Salary

The salary will be in accordance with UNDP scales.

Applicants to submit the following documents
  1. Application letter with copies of certificates, testimonials, and other supporting documents.
  2. Current Curriculum Vitae.
  3. Names of three referees and their contacts.
  4. Day time telephone number.
All applications should reach the undersigned on or before 22nd December, 2011

To be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary
Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030
P.O Box 30005 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Or hand delivered to Treasury Building, 3rd Floor, Room 303

Pathfinder International- Human Resource Manager Job opportunity in Kenya

Human Resource Manager

Are you looking for a challenge?

Pathfinder International is an international non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting high quality comprehensive reproductive health services in Kenya.

Pathfinder provides women, men, and young people a range of essential health services — from contraception and maternal care, to HIV prevention and AIDS care and treatment.

Through all of our work, we strive to improve the rights and lives of the people we serve.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated; self driven individual to support in delivering our mission through our people.

Role Purpose

Reporting to the Country Representative the Human Resource Managers will advise on, and implement the full range of human resource strategies necessary to enhance the organization’s performance through its people.

The position works closely with Senior Management Team and the human resources team in Headquarters in giving support and guidance on systems and procedures in the human resources function; anticipating; planning for and resolving diverse/specialist challenges within program parameters while providing leadership on Human Resource.

S/he will also support line managers through change and restructuring processes and manage special HR projects initiated by the country office or Head office.

Job Requirements
  • Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources. Masters degree will be an added advantage.
  • Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management if degree is not in Human Resource.
  • Minimum five years Human Resources experience in a management role.
  • Demonstrable people management skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to prioritize
  • Well developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations.
  • Initiative and ability to work independently and develop solutions to problems
  • Ability to produce creative and pragmatic solutions to diverse HR problems.
  • A good communicator with strong written and reporting skills.
  • Ability to forge effective working relationships at all levels.
Candidates who meet the above requirements should send their CV and cover letter detailing current and expected salary clearly indicating the location they are applying for and include daytime telephone contacts to kenyajobs@pathfinder.org. 

Closing date for applications is 18th December 2011. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Candidates who meet the above qualifications and are available to start immediately are encouraged to apply.

Pathfinder International is an equal opportunity employer

Nutritionist and District Coordinator (Community Liaison) - (Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF))- Jobs in Kenya

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is an internationally recognized leader in the fight against pediatric HIV/AIDS, working to eradicate pediatric HIV infection through research, advocacy, and the delivery of comprehensive HIV services to women, children, and their families in 17 countries globally. 

Since 2000, the Foundation in Kenya has expanded from a small HIV and AIDS initiative to a large prevention, care, and treatment program covering several regions in Kenya.

EGPAF in Kenya is looking to recruit for the following positions based in Nyanza:

• Nutritionist

• District Coordinator – Community Liaison

Contract length: 3 months (Renewable)

Nutritionist

Reporting to the Project Officer, the Nutritionist will seek to improve the quality and impact of nutrition interventions, by providing additional technical support in the most affected districts in Nyanza.

The role

In collaboration with the District Nutritionist and stakeholders, you will develop a district nutrition plan.

You support the DNO in facilitating monthly nutrition coordination meeting with key stakeholders. 

You will ensure that nutrition issues are adequately represented in district level coordination forum and that related nutrition interventions are linked with Health, Food/Agriculture, Water and Education sectors.

You will support DNOs to coordinate and monitor partners’ support to nutrition related interventions, including coverage of key interventions, performances of programs, supply/stock. 

You will provide technical support to MOPHS and NGOs to effectively plan, monitor and implement nutrition interventions, including management of acute malnutrition, in order to reach planned targets.

You will compile monthly nutrition situation update, using all anthropometric and non-anthropometric related data sources as well as key factors influencing and/or likely to influence the nutrition situation.

You will support district level planning and development of concepts that aim to address causes of malnutrition and sustainable means to address them, also promoting coordination and collaboration among partners. 

You will support district nutritional assessments (e.g. planning, training, supervision, analysis of data) and facilitate nutrition information sharing between district and national levels.

The Person

To be successful in this role you will require a minimum of Diploma in nutrition or public health coupled with minimum two years relevant nutrition experience. Awareness of community-based approaches to improving nutrition and food security and to design and deliver training activities in the nutrition sector is essential. 

You will have experience in emergency nutrition and familiarity with latest developments in nutrition. Awareness of community-based approaches to improving nutrition and food security and able to work well with local authorities, communities and stakeholders is key.

District Coordinator – Community Liaison

Reporting to the Project Officer, the District Coordinator- Community Liaison provides technical expertise in designing and implementing interventions to sensitize and engage community, create community-facility linkages and implement psychosocial support activities.

The Role

You will provide on the job training to field officers , volunteers and MOH staff. You will ensure project activities comply with national guidelines and policies for HIV/AIDS and ART. 

You will implement evidence-based techniques and strategies to ensure quality programming in adherence and psychosocial support. You will develop and distribute appropriate job aids and education materials.

You will work with communities to sensitize them on services available at facility level. You will facilitate partnership meetings.

The Person

To be successful in this role you will require a Public Health, Community health. Epidemiology, counseling or a health related field Diploma coupled with background in community developmentactivities. HIV/AIDS knowledge and related experience in addition to experience in capacity building, such as planning and facilitating trainings and providing technical assistance is essential. Teaching and counseling skills and Willingness to travel are a prerequisite.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application attaching current resume to: kenyarecruitment@pedaids.org.

The closing date is 16th December 2011

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.