Project Manager -(Micro-Finance Institution)-Job Re-Advertisement

A rapidly expanding Micro-Finance Institution within Nairobi’s Eastland’s area is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the following position:

Project Manager

Overall Purpose

The project Manager will report to the Board of Directors and will provide leadership, strategic directions, and be responsible for resource mobilization, effective coordination, management and execution of all the programs designed to transform our SME clients.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical, managerial and administrative support to the credit officers and other staff in the organization.
• Implement a strategic plan recently developed.
• Liaison with other financial partners and potential funders for current and future business.
• Prepare regular credit management reports in consultation with Accounts department.
• Maintain an overall healthy loan portfolio.

Competencies

• 5 years continuous experience at a managerial position
• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field
• Higher diploma in Credit management
• Result oriented with demonstrated ability to manage a team and work independently
• Proven ability in savings and credit management ,community mobilization and FOSA
• Willingness to undertake field visits
• Be computer literate in SACCO/MFI accounting software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An accounting qualification CPA/ACCA final will be an added advantage
• Be above 35 years of age

Mode of Application

If you meet the above requirements send your application, copies of all relevant certificates, a recent passport size photo, details of current and expected remuneration, names and contacts of 3 referees including the current employer or most immediate employer and day time telephone number /email address to the address below. 

All applications must be submitted by latest 25th January 2012.

The Advertiser
DN/A No 2012
P.O Box 49010, 00100 GPO,
Nairobi.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Program Assistant - (The World Bank / Water and Sanitation Program)- Job in Nairobi Kenya

Program Assistant

(2 year Local Coterminous Appointment)

The Water and Sanitation Program seeks to locally recruit a dynamic staff as a Program Assistant to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

This is a two (2) year coterminous local Appointment (subject to renewal depending on funding, performance and business need).

The Water and Sanitation Program (www.wsp.org) is a multi-donor partnership administered by the World Bank to support poor people in obtaining affordable, safe, and sustainable access to water and sanitation services.

WSP operates in Africa, East Asia, Latin America, and South Asia.

The WSP Africa (WSP-AF) regional office is based in Nairobi.

The Program Assistant will provide bilingual support to the office of the Principal Regional Team Leader.

The Program Assistant will be responsible for the following:

a) Serve as a first contact point (bilingual) to the office of the Principal Regional Team Leader for both staff and external clients;

b) Manage the schedule of the Principal Regional Team Leader, including effective prioritizing and resolving time conflicts and competing demands;

c) Assume primary responsibility for coordinating workflow of administrative staff; supervise the Administrative staff including coaching, mentoring and evaluating the staff;

d) Coordinate closely with the Principal Regional Team Leader on a range of human resource issues including recruitment of Administrative staff /temporaries, including back up for leave and time recording;

e) Play a lead role in organizing corporate events emanating from the office of the Principal Regional Team Leader such as national, regional and international meetings;

f) Travel, as needed, both nationally and internationally, on official business.

Selection Criteria:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and/or College Diploma preferably in Business Administration or any other related field;
• At least seven years of relevant experience in related positions demonstrating increasing levels of ok training and mentoring, promoting excellence and managing conflicts;
• Proven skills in planning, prioritizing and coordinating work with personal maturity and sound judgment;
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary team, and to work effectively with various country offices;
• Ability to carry through initiatives independently;
• Full written and spoken fluency in English and French.

For the full position description and complete selection criteria, qualified candidates are requested to visit and submit an on-line application at www.worldbank.org/careers click on >employment opportunities >administrative and client support opportunities >current vacancies > job# 112238. 

The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background.

Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date is December 04,2011.

World Vision -Project Manager (Nutrition) Job in Lodwar- Kenya

Job Title: Project Manager - Nutrition

Country: Kenya

Location: Lodwar IPA

Closing Date:November 09 2011

Purpose of the position:

To ensure successful implementation of comprehensive nutrition project under supervision of the IPA manager and with technical support from Program Officer and National Nutrition Coordinator.

Communicate World Vision's Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• Minimum of Bachelor in Nutrition and dietetics or related discipline.
• At least five years working experience of which two should be in a management of nutrition programs
• First hand experience in nutrition programming in complex emergencies
• Broad understanding of food security issues in arid and semi arid areas
• Good knowledge of underlying causes of malnutrition.
• Experience in nutrition surveys and assessments.
• Competence in analytical computer software data analysis, writing and communication skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Must be registered with the Kenya Nutrition and Dietetics Institute (KNDI)

Job Details 

Download More Job Details Here

How to Apply 

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than November 09, 2011.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Please indicate clearly on the subject line the position you are applying for. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: World Vision Kenya has not engaged any recruitment agencies in this recruitment process, neither are we charging any fees to potential employees for job opportunities.

Programme Manager -(RedR UK)-Job in Nairobi Kenya

About REDR

RedR is an international charity that improves the effectiveness of disaster relief, helping save and rebuild the lives of people affected by disaster worldwide.

RedR has recently established an office in Nairobi, Kenya and is looking to establish a training programme in the country. 

Initially this will focus on security training but in the longer term (funding permitting) is planned to expand to cover other training areas including Humanitarian Practice, Technical Training, Management and Co-ordination.


Position: Programme Manager

The Role 

In this role, the Programme Manager will be directly responsible for programme development, team management, activity implementation, donor relations, and supporting the management of the Kenya office. 

In addition, the Programme Manager will develop a marketing strategy to ensure that NGO’s make maximum utilisation of the training programme and also network and participate in co-ordination meetings.

Person Specification 

The successful candidate will have strong project management skills, including experience in budget management. 

Familiarity with humanitarian operations and experience in working in complex humanitarian situations is also required along with understanding of security management issues in the NGO sector. 

Fluency in English and willingness and ability to travel within Kenya (and possibly South Sudan).

Terms

Location: Nairobi, Kenya 

Contract: One month initially, with possible extension for 6 months or longer

Status: Unaccompanied

Salary: £24-26000 p/a (plus accommodation and other benefits)

Start date: Immediate 

Closing date for applications: 4 November 2011

How to apply: 

To Apply For a full job description and person specification, please visit: 

www.redr.org.uk/en/About_us/Jobs/current_staff_vacancies.cfm

If you match our criteria and wish to apply, please complete the application form available from the website and return to hr@redr.org.uk. 

Please note due to the urgency of the role, we may interview candidates before the closing date.

Programme Officer -(Embassy of Sweden)- in Nairobi, Kenya

Programme Officer- Institutional Development, Anti-corruption and Governance

The Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi represents Sweden in Kenya, Somalia, Seychelles and Comoros. The Embassy also represents Sweden in UNEP and UN-HABITAT.

The Embassy represents and advances Swedish policies, interests and values in political and economic relations, development cooperation, in trade and investment promotion and in cultural and information matters.

It provides consular services to Swedish nationals and migration services to non-nationals.

There is 60 staff working in the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi, which makes it the second largest Swedish Embassy in the world.

The Embassy of Sweden seeks to recruit a Programme Officer to manage the Swedish support to Regional programmes in Eastern and Southern Africa in the areas of institutional development, anti-corruption and governance.

This is a full time position based in Nairobi, with occasional travel to the field.

Academic Qualifications:

• Preferably a Masters degree in social sciences (economics, governance, public administration).

To assess your suitability for this position, and information on how to apply, please view the detailed job advert from the Embassy’s webpage: www.swedenabroad.com/nairobi. 

Applications should be submitted not later than October 25, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Project Manager - (NO MEANS NO WORLDWIDE)-Jobs in Kenya (KShs 55,000

NO MEANS NO WORLDWIDE is a coalition of professional women working to bring rape prevention strategies to the far reaches of the world.

In Kenya, we are based in Korogocho.

We are expanding our outreach to five more vulnerable areas in Nairobi and are looking for a brilliant feminist leader Project Manager with a pioneering vision for women and passion for Gender Based Violence Initiatives.

The Project manager will:

• Supervise Teams of Self Defense Instructors’ in 6 slums in Nairobi
• Create and maintain annual budgets.
• Prepare and deliver high quality reports, using research and various inputs of all 6 areas covered by NMNW-Kenya.
• Present the NMN current programs and vision to the world and Communities.

The Project Manger should:

• Have the ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural environment.
• Have the ability to work independently and conduct concurrent activities without supervision
• Have Integrity, Excellent Organizational skills, strong personal ethic,
• Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values and have the ability to inspire and manage a team of equally powerful women.
• Have proven ability to set clear performance goals and standards while executing responsibilities accordingly.

You also must have an established track record working with Human Rights/GBV organizations or organizations serving in impoverished areas.

Starting Salary: 55,000

Email your resume and cover letter to: ujamaajobs@gmail.com

Deadline: 29th September-6:00am

Project Planner (Ndola Energy Company ) Job vacancy in Ndola, Zambia.

Job Summary

Ndola Energy Company Limited invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Project Planner for the Ndola Energy project in Ndola, Zambia.

The project entails the building of a 50MW HFO Fired Power Plant in Ndola, Zambia. Ability to start immediately would be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development of baseline program.
• Baseline schedule capable of acceptance for area / units under control
• Development of network precedence.
• Critical path for area / units under control
• Development of working control schedules for day to day activities for area / units under control. These should be agreed with key team members
• Progress monitoring and proactive warning of deviations to plan.
• Progress reporting
• General planning & schedule duties as Lead Planner may direct

Key Requirements Skills and experience:

• Typically around 5 years planning experience in an industrial power / energy related construction environment.
• Should be able to supervise juniors to achieve targets for areas / units under control.
• Must have experience in developing programs in MS Project and / or Primavera using sound planning and scheduling techniques.
• Ability to produce variety of progress reports and S-curves would be an advantage.
• Good interpersonal skills a requirement as a lot of interaction takes place with team members.

Attributes:

• Sound logic
• Problem solving
• IT skills (MS suit & MSP)
• MS Project and / or Primavera
• Detail orientated
• Good interpersonal skills

Education Qualification:

• Diploma in planning or engineering discipline in either Mech, Civil or Electrical
• Registration with an institution would be advantageous

Applications to

David Carroll
Ndola Energy Company Limited
david.carroll@greatlakesenergyafrica.com

BBC Arabic or Somali Monitoring Journalists Job vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Arabic or Somali Monitoring Journalists

BBC Monitoring, Karen, Nairobi

BBC Monitoring’s Nairobi office is responsible for gathering news and information from the mass media across the Middle East and Africa around the clock.

We are now seeking to engage experienced translator journalists with fluent Arabic or Somali. The successful candidate will have an excellent command of Arabic or Somali as well as English, both written and spoken.

Above all, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate a keen interest in news and international affairs, a passion for regional affairs (especially Middle East, Sudan, Somalia, Horn of Africa), good computer and keyboard skills, the ability to work under pressure as part of a team, and a willingness to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Short-listed candidates will be required to sit editorial, translation and general knowledge tests at our Karen offices. Successful candidates will later be invited for an interview.

To apply send a comprehensive CV and letter of application, illustrating in full your suitability for the job and giving evidence of relevant skills and experience.

The deadline is 18th September 2011

You may email your CV and letter to eaujobs@mon.bbc.co.uk

or

BBC Monitoring
P. O Box 48091 – 00100
Nairobi

BBC is an equal opportunities employer

VSF Germany Project Managers Jobs in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya-(4 Positions)

Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit a qualified and well experiencedProject Manager to oversee the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. This position is Field based.

Key responsibilities: 

• The incumbent will be responsible for the project planning, management, monitoring and implementation. 
• Ensure the project implementation progress is in line with the activity work plan 
• Permanently monitor the different levels of the projects and report progress to the Head of Programs. 
• Ensure that donor regulations are adhered too and that necessary administrative, financial and implementation controls are observed. 
• Manage the project budget ensuring strict monitoring on all expenditure. 
• Participate and contribute to relevant project related network and links. 
• Develop work plans, financial projections and verify all financial reports on the project. 
• Manage the flow of technical reports and compilation of the same in the project narratives for internal and donor reporting and give constant contribution to financial reports. 
• Support internal and external monitoring and evaluation exercises. 
• Manage the project team with clear guidance in the different components of the project 
• Detect needs in the areas of intervention and conduct need assessments 
• Collaborate with the Program department in developing new proposal 
• Respond to cross cutting issues affecting the community in cooperation with specific Expert agencies and build on arising community needs for furtherance of humanitarian Intervention as required. 
• Represent VSFG in various project forum and networking levels.

Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills required 

• University Degree in Social Sciences/Animal Science/Livestock & Production, Veterinary Medicine or Development related field.
• Postgraduate degree in development related field preferred
• A minimum of 5 years working in Livestock related Rural Development and emergency Projects
• Team leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience of working with pastoral communities
• Knowledge of Pastoral market access issues in the region Working Knowledge of Donor Funds Management and Reporting. Excellent computer knowledge Managerial and report writing skills

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below. Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August, 2011 on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org 

Catholic Relief Services -Program Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation Job in Nairobi Kenya

Catholic Relief Services - USCCB is the official agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for relief and development overseas.

CRS supports programs in over 100 countries and works through local partners.

CRS has been implementing development and emergency relief efforts in Kenya for the past forty years.

We are seeking suitable persons to fill the following positions.

All candidates require technical competencies in the respective areas a commitment to work with and support faith based partners of CRS many of whom are Catholic institutions.

Position Title: Program Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation

Ref: 2011/25

Location: Nairobi with regular travel to the field.

Purpose: To support the database management and monitoring and oversee evaluation activities of the CRS SAIDIA Program, demonstrating country program and projects indicators, outcomes and impact.

Undertake the overall coordination of monitoring, evaluation and documentation functions for the SAIDIA Program, focusing specifically on monitoring, data management, management of information systems that support monitoring, quality assurance and project results documentation.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to country program in developing strategic and implementation plans in design process.
• Coordinate and structure monitoring and evaluation activities with the SAIDIA program staff.
• Review/assess the capacity requirements of the implementing partners to implement monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Develop/consolidate key indicators and subsequently incorporate them in all agreements and amendments under the projects.
• Working with the technical officers and partner staff to establish and coordinate quality assurance systems in projects
• Ensure appropriate data collection by implementing partners in fulfillment of both monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Build staff and partner capacity by conducting regular training on M & E, attend external meetings
• Periodic monitoring of the existing database management system, assist in periodic review of program performance and provide supportive supervisory visits to partners.
• Facilitate the development of the country annual reports, SPP and any other relevant project materials.

Desired Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelors’ degree in Public Health, Demography , Sociology, Statistics or a related field. A masters degree would be an added advantage
• Knowledge of SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, KePMS, MIS, Ms Access qualitative data analysis software is a must.
• Three years experience in M & E or Strategic Information development in a PEPFAR funded health intervention program.
• Good understanding of public health issues particularly HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evaluation designs for HIV/AIDS and as well as knowledge in health programs
• Experience working in designing, preparing and conducting surveys, collecting and analyzing baseline data, and reporting.
• Ability to conduct epidemiologic and social science research, including questionnaire development data processing and data analysis.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility amongst all stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including writing donor reports.
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge through informal and formal trainings
• High integrity, good stewardship of resources and ability to promote learning.

Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below-mentioned by August 28, 2011.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
P.O. Box 49675, GPO 00100 Nairobi
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’ and the envelopes for those using postal address.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Program Officer (Technology) and Program Officer -(National Democratic Institute (NDI) )-Jobs in Kenya

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is an International nonprofit, Non-partisan organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions worldwide through citizen participation, openness and accountability in government.

Senior Program Officer - Technology

NDI is launching a web-based technology platform that provides space for Somalis in and outside of the country to interact, share ideas, and gather information.

This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will manage the early development phases of the program.

He/she will be responsible for program administration; developing advertising and outreach strategies; identifying sources of information; writing reports and proposals; managing contracts; as well as building and maintaining relationships with Somali partners, donors, and media groups.

Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in a related field; at least 5 years experience with international organizations, media, advertising agencies or technology providers; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; and computer literacy and familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogging sites.

This position is temporary from September through December 2011 with a possibility for extension.

Program Officer

This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will be responsible for implementing activities in his/ her programmatic area and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the program.

This will include facilitating technical assistance; coordinating administration and logistics; managing staff and consultants; building and maintaining relationships with partners; ensuring the effective monitoring and evaluation of programs, progress and outcomes.

Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in international relations or related field.

A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in international development, community organizing, political campaigns, organizational development, or legislative affairs; exceptional writing skills; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; computer literacy; and ability to do political analysis required.

Interested candidates should submit their application to kssadmin@ndi.org.

The deadline for applications is 2nd September, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

INTERSOS Project Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya-(Family Tracing)

Position: Project Manager (Family Tracing)

Job site: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 5 months (Immediate)

Report to:Protection/Livelihood Expert

Status: Collaborator/ Full-time

Purpose / Objectives:

INTERSOS is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization committed to assist the victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts and has been working in South Central Somalia since 1993.

Based in Nairobi Intersos office, the candidate will be involved in coordinating, implementing and monitoring all of the activities planned for Intersos Somali Family Tracing and Reunification Project.

In particular: 

• Maintaining contact with all the stakeholders involved, (including the donors of the project) in connection with, and on the instructions of the Mission Head
• Contributing, elaborating and setting up INTERSOS strategies, and contributing to the elaboration of possible new intervention projects.
• Management of human resources assigned to the project.
• Financial planning and the execution of the procedures as planned by INTERSOS and the donors, from the point of view of the administrational management and of the intermediate and final accountability reports of the project.
• Plan, schedule and track project timelines, milestones and deliverables.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations.

Qualifications required: 

• Bachelors degree in any one of the following or a related field from a recognized university: Social Sciences, MBA, or Development studies.
• Demonstrated ability to design and conduct baseline surveys, develop work plans, design monitoring tools and prepare regular project reports.
• Experience with International organizations workingin Monitoring and Evaluation of programmes, budgeting, and working in bilateral or multilateral programmes.
• Experience in family tracing and reunification programs.
• Fluency in spoken and written English (Fluency in Somali an added advantage.)
• Computer skills, deep knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must have working permit to work in Kenya

This is a local position with local (Kenyan) salary.

If you are interested, please, send your CV on email address: recruitment.somalia@yahoo.com with “ Project Manager (Family Tracing) ” as a subject not later than 26th August 2011. 

-Fafi Integrated Development Association -Project Coordinator and Procurement / Logistics Officer Jobs Vacancy in Kenya

The Fafi Integrated Development Association is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan nationals to the following positions:

Project Coordinator 

Ref: PRC/O8/2011

Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Programmes Co-ordinator, the Project Co-ordinator is responsible for the management and development of the project activities. The Project Coordinator will lead and supervise a team of field staff and collaborate with relevant ministries, local authorities and other agencies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Management and Supervision 

• Lead and manage the overall project implementation
• Prepare regular financial and narrative reports and result oriented progress reports to UNHCR-Dadaab Main Office
• Prepare overall prioritized annual work plans and monitor the timely implementation
• Regular liaison with donor community and conduct specific fund raising.
• Undertake financial management and payment approval procedures
• Ensure financial and Programme accountability towards UNHCR.
• Supervise and guide all project staff and consultants
• Liaise and represent the project vis-à-vis donors, ministries and local authorities on programme implementation
• To lead and coordinate the preparation and submission of proposals to UNHCR.
• To identify specific funding opportunities through necessary research and prioritize proposal development support to agreed programs.

Project Implementation 

• Supervise the preparation of detailed work plans and approve these
• Review the implementation of work plans regularly with senior staff
• Monitor changes in the action environment and identify emerging project needs to be incorporated in the regular reporting
• Monitor/evaluate Project performance in relation to approved work plans and objectives and take corrective measures as required
• Monitor and ensure that there is consistency between the substantive tasks of the Project and the available budgetary resources.

Project Coordination 

• Coordinate specific Project activities with UNHCR as well with all other partners
• Coordinate Project activities and future programming with the UNHCR-Dadaab Main Office team, local authorities and other NGOs
• Convene meetings and working groups with partners to discuss Project activities and perspectives when and as required
• Ensure that the mandate and role of FaIDA is known to collaborating partners, authorities and institutions

Other tasks 

• To identify specific funding opportunities through necessary research and prioritize proposal development support to other programs
• To lead and/ coordinate the submission of proposals to UNHCR and other donors

Professional Qualifications & Experience 

• At least a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Studies/Agroforestry or related field. A Masters degree in Project Planning and Management is desirable.
• At least five (5) years of field-based experience in programme/ project planning and implementation, with a non-governmental organisation.
• At least a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Studies/Agroforestry or related field. A Masters degree in Project Planning and Management is desirable.Experience in proposal and report writing
• Strong analytical and project documentation skills
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and people management skills.

Procurement / Logistics Officer 

Ref: POL/08/2011

Reporting to the Programmes Co-ordinator, the procurement officer will be responsible to providing efficient and effective service to FaIDA in the successful, procurement of goods services and works.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Prepare documentation, undertake tender exercises and arrange for formal execution of contracts to enable the FaIDA obtain goods, services and works.
• Establish and actively monitor designated contracts to ensure FaIDA needs are met and that supplies obligations are fully discharged.
• Maintain effective liaison with the other departments in respect of contract issues, ensuring that documents are legally vetted, including processing single tender applications to enable contracts for proprietary goods and services to be let.
• Monitor designated FaIDA contracts to provide effective support to customers during the implementation, review and renewal of such contracts.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and delivery of the annual Departmental service plan, key performance indicators, and the FaIDA’s procurement strategy

Professional Qualification & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years work experience in an NGO.
• Must be conversant with the UN Procurement procedures and guidelines.
• Excellent knowledge of procurement procedures.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and people management skills.

“FaIDA is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organisation’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.”

Please email your application letter and attach updated CV with contact emails and phone numbers of 3 professional referees, preferably your current or immediate former employer addressed to:

C/o Finance/Administration,
P.O Box 284 70100 Garissa,

or e-mailed to; recruitment@faidakenya.org

Closing Date: 28th August, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted 

ICF International Monitoring and Evaluation Associate Job Vacancy in Kenya

Health, Education and Social Programs

Position: Monitoring and Evaluation Associate

Nairobi, Kenya

About ICF International

ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) partners with government and commercial clients to deliver professional services and technology solutions in the energy and climate change; environment and infrastructure; health, human services, and social programs; and homeland security and defense markets.

The firm combines passion for its work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from research and analysis through implementation and improvement. Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at

all levels, major corporations, and multilateral institutions.

More than 3,500 employees serve these clients worldwide.

ICF’s Web site is www.icfi.com.

Job Description:

The International Health and Development Division of ICF Macro (formerly Macro International Inc.) seeks a Monitoring and Evaluation Associate to join our team.

The Associate will work on the portfolio of public health related M&E activities under USAID’s technical assistance (TA) project for global health programs. The portfolio focuses primarily on the monitoring and evaluation of programs directed at improving quality, availability and use of essential health services.

He/She will assist in providing technical inputs to strengthening, integration and use of data management information systems and tools to facilitate data entry, transmission and use.

Key function of this position will be capacity building among information systems users at the national, county, district and community levels of government and health facility personnel.

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Support development of health system and information requirements, analysis, design, specifications, piloting and testing, implementation and evaluation
• Support the implementation of one unified integrated system and use of information
• Work with Kenya MOH and all stakeholders to identify data collection and reporting requirements for strengthening and integrating the Community Health Information System
• Support Kenya MOH in developing standards, processes, systems and tools for ensuring the quality of routine health information
• Provide information on the status and progress of program activities and disseminate information and public reporting results, per client instructions, to interested parties
• Support stakeholder participation in development of information use products
• Contribute technical expertise to other projects as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Advanced University degree i.e. Masters in Public Health (MPH), or Masters Degree in health information strategy and policy, epidemiology, international health, demography, biostatistics or monitoring and evaluation
• 5 years professional experience working in health information systems with a demonstrated experience and understanding of stakeholder consultations, requirements analysis, indicator harmonization, data quality improvements and information use
• Demonstrated experience in organizational capacity building, collaboration with governments and non governmental entities
• Excellent English oral ad written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment with people of diverse backgrounds

ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce.

ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V

To express interest, please visit our website and apply online to job requisition number 1100001674 at www.icfi.com/careers.

Application Deadline is 2 September, 2011.

Safaricom Senior Project Officer Job Opportunity in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within Executive Business Analysis and PMO Division.

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

Senior Projects Officer
Ref: EBA & PMO_SRO_ August_2011

Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating projects from initiation to completion; using maximum and effective utilization of project management tools, techniques, and experience, creativity, and management skills, to reach the predetermined objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and communication to all stake holders of all required project management documentation;
• Undertake post-launch reviews of all products and services to assess actual market take-up against anticipated take-up;
• Ensure Project Management processes and procedures are in line with the company’s overall;
• Ensure that projects expenditure is within approved CAPEX and that projects are finished within the set time;
• Prepare Project Management reports as agreed from time to time;
• Review on a weekly basis customer’s feedback on products and services and follow up to ensure closure.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in business or Technical field – Engineering or Information Technology from a recognized university;
• At least 2 years work experience in project management with experience to line management or senior engineer level;
• Experience in managing multiple projects (6 – 12 month duration) simultaneously from start to finish;
• Good understanding of financial principles, financial ratios with ability to interpret standard financial statements;
• Good understanding of regulatory framework for mobile operations particularly in the Kenyan environment;
• Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills;
• Project Management skills;
• Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines with minimum supervision.

If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job title and reference number to the address below. All applications must be received on or before Monday the 22nd August 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi

Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke