RTI Intern. : Chief of Party, Engagement Manager, Grants & Operations Manager, Assessment & Evaluation Specialist, Agri. Innovation Specialist- Job vacancies in Kenya

RTI International is recruiting for the following job positions in anticipation of a five - year innovations in agriculture program in Kenya.

The program will focus on harnessing innovaban for cutting-edge results in selected agricultural value chains through private sector strategies to impact household incomes andlor nutrition.

This program goal will be achieved through: testing, cultivating, and adapting innovations which further the Feed the Future Strategy in Kenya and promote opportunities for women, vuth, and vulnerable populations; support broad adoption of innovative approaches across target populations: generate sustainable and scalable private sector solutions; identify and promote innovations with the potential for cross national and/or global adoption; and identify and support Kenya for-profit and not-for- profit entities in agricultural value chains

Chief Of Party - The Chief of Party will assume responsibility for overall program management, developing a strong, coherent technical vision and initiating innovative strategies across the program, Supervise program operations, personnel, M&E. and preparation of periodic wntten reports to USAID and RTI headquarters. Manage process to identify potential innovative solutions to agricultural productivity and food insecurity.

Qualifications: A Masters degree in Business Administration or related field, plus a minimum of 12 years of experience overseas. At least 7 years’ experience in venture capital or relevant private sector experience.

Engagement Manager - Responsible for conducting assessments of applicants, determining the technical assistance needed for each innovation, and managing the requests for technical assistance.

Qualifications: A Masters degree in Business Administration or relevant technical field required plus a minimum of 7 years experience in management consulting or venture capelai markets.

Grants And Operations Manager - Oversees the management of the grants under
contracts program. Responsible for the operations, accounting and financial functions for the program to ensure compliance with USAID regulations.

Qualifications: Masters Degree in accounting, business, finance, or a relevant discipline and a minimum of 5 years in finance/accounting. Five years experience managing grants and compliance on large, complex programs, preferably USAID-funded.

Assessment And Evaluation Specialist - Design and oversee rigorous assessments of
innovation grantees.

Qualifications: PhD required in relevant field. Five years experience conducting
evidence-based assessments. Previous USAID M&E project experience required.

Agricultural Innovation Specialist - Responsible for the overall agricultural focus of the project working closely with the COP to develop a private-sector oriented vision for adoption of improved agricultural practices.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in a relevant field. Seven years’ private sector agricultural experience or similar experience required.

Please email cover letter and CV to KenyaGovernance@rti.org . Applicants must include the Position Title in the subject line of their email.

Research & Writing Job opportunity in Kenya

Excellent academic writers with knowledge in writing reports, essays, term papers and research papers with knowledge in all referencing styles.

Description: The job is home based so one has the freedom to choose the hours they want to work.

Qualifications

• Any University degree from a recognized university
• Excellent English
• Knowledge of the different referencing styles i.e. APA, MLA, Chicago-turabian and Harvard referencing styles
• The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision.
• Writing experience of more that 6 months
• Internet and computer access at home
• Clear understanding of the term PLAGIARISM.

Pay: Ksh150 per page or more according to work complexity

Any interested person with the above qualifications may send his/her CV and two samples of his/her previous writings to
writing.felly@gmail.com

Pharmaceutical Technologist Job vacancy in Machakos, Kenya

A well established pharmacy in Machakos town, is seeking to recruit professionals for the following vacancies.

Pharmaceutical Technologist (2)

Overall Responsibilities

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager:

Duties: 

• Effectively manage the dispensing of all drugs.
• Check and advice on the expiry of the drugs and disposal of the same.
• Ensure proper management of Pharmacy Records.
• Ensure effective stock controls.
• Prepare Comprehensive Monthly report to the Management.
• Perform any other duties which may be assigned by Management from time to time.

Requirements

• At least 2 years relevant work experience
• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
• Valid registration license by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
• At least one year working experience in a busy pharmacy.

Applications Deadline: 10th March 2012
City/Town: Machakos
Wage/Salary: Negotiable
Start: March 2012 Or Early April
Duration: Contract
Type: Full Time
How to apply: email resume to info@hammergroup.co.ke
Company Contact: 0773642238

Risk Management & Compliance Officer Job vacancy in Kenya

Job Description

Position : Risk Management & Compliance Officer.

Reporting to : 

i) Operationally: Chief Executive Officer
ii) Functionally: Board Risk Committee

Overall Responsibility

To partner with management to provide continual risk assessment and in the development of comprehensive policies, procedures, compliance training, protocols, internal investigations, plans and implements risk management strategies and processes.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

Strategy:

• Evaluate the strategies, policies, standards, procedures and related practices for the management, and recommend appropriate changes.
• Proactively participate in developing and managing organizational plans for continuity of business operations and information processing systems in the event of a disruption.
• In liaison with departmental managers, initiate follow-up action to ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Identify areas of improving the company’s performance and efficiency through optimal utilization of resources and avoidance of waste.
• Assess the adequacy of management decisions and their effectiveness to help maximize operational efficiency in a competitive market environment.

Security:

• Evaluate the logical, environmental, and infrastructural IT security to ensure that it satisfies the organization’s business requirements for safeguarding IT assets against unauthorized use, disclosure, modification, damage, or loss.
• Proactively contribute to systems design, planning and development with particular emphasis on systems security and controls.
• Safeguard company assets against loss, misuse, damage or unauthorized disclosure.

Systems:

• Carry out operational audit designed to identify bottlenecks and shortcomings in our systems, and propose remedial measures.
• Continuously review and monitor existing systems to improve their effectiveness and to ensure that agreed policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Continuously review the effectiveness and efficiency of the organization’s implementation of ongoing management information systems and infrastructure to ensure that they adequately support the organization’s business objectives.
• Evaluate the methodology and processes by which the business application system development, acquisition, implementation, and maintenance are undertaken to ensure that they meet the organization’s overall strategy and objectives.
• Evaluate business systems and processes to ensure that risks are managed in accordance with the organization’s business objectives.
• Compiling and discussing reports detailing findings, implications and recommendations for system improvements.
• Evaluate application of internal operational guidelines/manuals, identify deviations and recommend appropriate changes whenever necessary.

Financial Audit:

• Evaluate the payment, receipting, debiting, claims processing and credit control procedures to ensure compliance with approved authority and budgetary levels.
• Undertake ad hoc check on the usage of petty cash to ensure that it is used for authorized purpose and that the float limit is adhered to.
• Evaluate the efficiency of the accounting and book-keeping systems to ensure that the control accounts at all times tally with the subsidiary records and that an audit trail is at all times available.

Person Specifications:

Academic Qualifications
Relevant Business related Bachelor’s degree

Professional Qualifications
Qualification in Risk Management/Audit and Insurance

Experience
5 years experience in Insurance Risk Management

If you meet the above minimum requirements, send your c.v to henry@gakenya.com indicate the position applied for on the email subject line so as to be received on or before March 15, 2012.

Sales Executive Job opportunity in Kenya

The position reports to the Head of DMS division who reports to the managing Director.

Working within the sales team you will be responsible for building and developing a successful sales pipeline. This is a new business role and you will be expected to generate leads by participating in a number of sales activities: The Ideal candidate should have experience and proficiency in IT System workflow, system analysis and design skills.

Key Tasks

• Provide high-level direct client contact with corporate clients.
• Cultivate relationships at the highest levels of top target market companies
• Provide executive level representation at high-stakes meetings with prospects, clients, and technology/channel partners.
• Provide accurate and timely Forecast’s and Funnel using the appropriate Sales Tools and Processes and maintain all relevant information about Customers, Prospects, Campaigns, and Leads.
• Drive revenue through long-term, high-dollar contacts.
• Develop new markets as needed by clients.
• Consult with clients on their IT and DMS needs and creative design solution to meet client needs
• Provide feedback to the rest of the organization on how to better satisfy client needs.
• Collect debt in allocated accounts.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as requested.
• Provide excellent customer experience to existing and new clients

Academic Qualifications:

• Degree or Higher national Diploma in Computer science
• Sales and Marketing certificate will be an added advantage
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Other desirable & Professional qualifications

• The ability and desire to sell
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills;
• ability to build relationships at multiple levels to work cross organizationally toward solutions; excellent leadership and consensus building skills
• Excellent presentation Skills
• Strong Commercial awareness
• Confident and determined approach
• A high degree of self motivation and drive

Experience:

Previous Sales experience through internship or past working experience with strong relationship building skills.


Asst HR & Admin Officer
XRX Technologies Ltd
7th Floor Vanguard House, Crossway, off Chiromo Lane Westlands
P.O Box 27346-00100 Nairobi, Kenya

www.xrxtechnologies.co.ke

Teacher And Front Office Assistant-(Mimshach Academy)- Job In Nairobi

Mimshach Academy
P.O BOX 1382-00600
Ngara, NAirobi
E-Mail: mimshachacademy@yahoo.com
Web: www.mimshachacademy.org

Mimshach Academy Teacher And Front Office Assistant Jobs In Mathare North Area Three.
Mimshach Academy is located at the heart of Mathare area three, Ruaraka division, NAIROBI town.

The academy aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can learn and grow through creative play. We offer a secure and warm environment where children blossom. We see every child as being special and make learning fun. The Academy caters for children from 1.5 to 6 years.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the following positions to join our able team in May 2012.

Kindergarten Teacher 

Reporting to the school principal, the successful candidate should have experience dealing with day care to pre-unit classes.

Essential Functions

• Planning activities that meet the social, physical and emotional needs of the children
• Ensure the children are well when under his/her care
• Devises games and activities, and also provides playing equipment, and ensure the playing facilities and equipment are clean and safe
• Develop the lesson plans and schedule of activities for the kindergarten
• Supervise the children as they learn and play
• Devises activities that introduce math and grammar concepts and makes note of the children’s progress both socially and intellectually
• Discusses the children’s progress with their parents and keeps them informed

Qualifications

• A diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) from KHA or equivalent college
• At least 3 years working experience in a kindergarten setting
• Ability to prepare teaching aids and lesson plans
• Ability to establish and enforce rules for behavior and class control
• Good organization and communication skill
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
• Ability to meet deadlines and sometimes work for long hours

Front Office Assistant

The successful candidate will provide overall administrative support for the school.

He/she will be expected to provide an effective, customer friendly reception, telephone handling and administrative support services for the school.

Essential functions

• Welcoming all visitors to the school and ensuring they sign the visitors books
• Receive all incoming calls and answer general enquiries
• Ensure that callers, parents and visitors to the school are dealt with in a courteous professional manner and directed to the appropriate member of staff
• Maintaining an inventory of school supplies and ensuring that there is always adequate supplies of school consumables, e.g. stationary, food etc
• Maintain a general filing system and ensure all correspondences are file all correspondences
• Maintain accurate records of absence, calls, messages, and orders, etc
• Collect and record all fees received from parents
• Manage and monitor the school petty cash
• Ensure that relevant basic information about the school is up to date and available for all visitors (timetables, term dates, and school events)
• Assist in First aid services in the school

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Front office management from a recognized college
• At least one year working experience in a similar environment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills
• Meticulous attention to detail in reporting the written or spoken messages of visitors or incoming enquiries
• Ability to prioritize enquiries for immediate attention

If you meet the above requirements, kindly Forward your resume to:
mimshachacademy@aol.com/ erickbeemay@aol.com for consideration or bring copies of your cvs and drop by the reception.

Canvassing by any means will lead to automatic disqualification and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Research Assistant job-to Participate in Study at Naivasha District Hospital

Research Assistantto Participate in Study at Naivasha District Hospital 

(1 position)

Position Summary:Applications are invited for to apply for the position of Research Assistant. The position will be for at least 2 months. The primary purpose of this position is to enroll and follow up study participants.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have at least a KCSE C plain or equivalent
• Preferably an applicant with Clinical Officer or Registered Nurse diploma
• Clinical experience with inpatient surgical wards and/or the operating theatre: PLEASE DO NOT SEND AN APPLICATION IF YOU HAVE NOT WORKED IN A HOSPITAL OR HAD EQUIVALENT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
• Previous experience in electronic data entry will be an added advantage

Terms of employment for this position: Full-time position (Mon – Sunday).

You must be available to start by 15th March 2012 and willing to relocate to Naivasha for duration of data collection.

Please send the following by email to the Principal Investigator (Deadline: 8th March 2012):

• Application letter r explaining your qualifications for this position
• Curriculum vitae
• 2 references (include contact information (phone and email))

Principal Investigator: rachel.idowu@vanderbilt.edu

Graphic Design Intern Job vacancy

Graphic Design Intern 

Duties

• Develop promotional materials for marketing which include: Press Releases, Newspaper Adverts, fliers, Posters, Brochures, T-shirts, Table Tents, Banners, etc.
• Preparation of large format printing for bill boards and signages and liaising with the outdoor advertising companies to ensure the billboards is put up.
• Ensure timely placement of advertisement orders by liaising with the dailies on adverts to be put on newspapers.
• Developing design briefs by gathering information and data to clarify design issues.
• Thinking creatively to produce new ideas, contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall task.
• Keeping abreast of developments in IT, particularly design programs.
• Working in consultation with the website designer and marketing specialists.
• Use a wide range of media, including photography and computer aided design to ensure production of accurate and high quality work
• Brainstorming and mocking up design ideas on better designs.
• Enquire on the correct specifications of the items and their right images.
• Uphold the company’s brand image and ensure accuracy of all jobs done.
• Preparing and printing of staff identification cards, business cards, letter heads and complimentary slips.
• Any other duties assigned by the management.

Qualification

• Minimum degree or diploma in graphic design
• Previous internship in graphic design will be an added advantage

Interested candidates can send their resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

Indicate on the subject line GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN.

Motobike rider job opportunity

Rider

Duties

Collective and individual responsibility of company resources and assets i.e. stocks, stocks in
trade, furniture and computers.

To deliver customers’ orders in line with customer’s instructions, stores and dispatch cocoordinator’s instructions in a timely manner with excellent customer service.

Ensure that goods reaching the customer are in the exact quantity and quality issued and are
not broken.

Ensure safety of customers’ goods during delivery and on time delivery.

Ensure that the company’s motor cycle is safe and avoid unnecessary arrests by observing
correct road user regulations and Highway Code while on the road.

Ensure proper use of City Council parking.

Collect company cash, cheques and quotations from customers and presenting them to
accounts.

Ensuring safety of stock when handling them and also be held responsible for all the stocks that
are under your care.

Listen to customer complaint and report the same to the sales team/management.

Putting in writing customers feedback, complain and forward it to the management for
appropriate action to be taken.

Ensure the company motor cycle assigned to you is clean, has valid licenses, is fueled and
serviced on time and is used as per the laid down company policies and procedures.

Ensure that all safety gadgets are worn when delivering goods to customers.

Any other duties assigned by the management.

Qualifications

• Be a holder of a driving license class BCEFG
• Possess a valid certificate of good conduct
• 3 years experience as a rider
• Good knowledge of Nairobi and its environs
• Interested candidates can send their resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

Indicate on the subject line RIDER.

Construction Project Manager Job vacancy in Tanzania

Position:Construction Project Manager

Location: Tanzania

Industry:Construction

Our client, a leader in the Construction Industry in East Africa in Building and Civil engineering  work including Project Management with the Head office in Dar- es- salaam is looking for a self driven and proactive Project Manager.

They will provide management oversight for all phases of the construction project, including coordinating workers, material, and equipment while ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Keys Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage 2/3 Construction Projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality, timelines and safety standards.
• Develop a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of project following a logical pattern for utilization of resources.
• Select and coordinate work of subcontractors working on various phases of the project.
• Oversee performance of all trade contractors and review architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.
• Responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.
• Supervise staff; review their reports, checks on any reported difficulties, and corrects any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.
• Track and control construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated.
• Reports to owners and architects about progress and any necessary modifications of plans that seem indicated.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering. A postgraduate degree in project management is an added advantage.
• At least 8 years of experience in the similar role.
• Must have done large civil/building construction projects and have been individually responsible as project manager/ head for at least 2 projects.
• Must be working with a reputable construction company.
• Excellent Communication skills.

To apply, send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 16th March 2012.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Eco Cabs Drivers / Controllers Job vacancy in Kenya

Eco Cabs is a new fleet of Toyota prius hybrid taxis launched in February 2009, it comprises only of first and second generation.

The cabs provide customers with high standard services and the option of having the least impact on the environment (emissions) at the most competitive price.

The cabs primarily focus on the increasing number of companies and organizations that are interested in using green transport services for their executives and staff (airport transfers and other services within the city).

Eco-cabs also seek to appeal to individuals who are interested in making a contribution towards lessening the impact on the environment from their day to day activities.

Eco Cabs, a Taxi Firm Company based in Nairobi Westland area and serving the top notch of the Hospitality sector, seeks to employ suitable Kenyan Citizens with the right attributes to fill the position below:

Drivers

The ideal candidates will report to the Fleet Manager through their immediate supervisor.

Duties will include

• Driving Company clients as per the request given.
• Driving hotel guests to the airport and various destinations
• Any other duties assigned to you from time to time.

Interested applicants should be in possession of the following minimum requirements;

• Minimum grade D+ or above at ‘O’ level.
• Aged Between 20-40 years.
• Possess a Valid driving license class “BCE”
• Have at least 2 years experience in a similar position in a large organization.
• Good command of spoken English, Kiswahili and preferably foreign language will be an added advantage.
• Must be very well conversant with Nairobi and its environs.
• Pleasant personality, smart with customer care and analytical skills.
• In possession of a certificate of good conduct and must not have been punished for any traffic related offense.
• Ex - NYS trained or Security related experience will be an added advantage.

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV, a copy of the driving license and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications and are up to the challenge should be sent to the email address jobs.ecocabs@yahoo.com below to reach us by March 15 2012.

Forklift Operator Job opportunity in Dubai

Forklift Operator

Dubai

Skills/Requirements – Certified/knowledge of driving a forklift and aware of Forklift safety standards and GMP rules – Able to communicate with multinationals and capable of working under pressure

Salary Ksh36,000 Net to include approved accommodation, food, transport and 1 x flight back to Kenya per year

Contract: Minimum 2years

Applications:

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to;

grace@summitrecruitment-kenya.com

Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Sales Supervisor Job opportunity in Kenya

Our Client a manufacturing firm in the food processing industry Based in Nairobi and Mombasa wishes to recruit an individual to fill the position of a Sales Supervisor. This position calls for a strategic thinker, expert business builder and an intuitive selling and marketing ability.

The main aim of the job is:

• To generate new business,
• Project Management,
• Management and supervision of Sales and Marketing team(s)
• Networking, Client Service and Maintenance,
• Sales and Marketing Forecasting and Planning, Realization of Sales and Marketing Objectives,
• Team Building and Motivation to Exceed Targets,
• Conceptualization, Proposal Writing and Presentation.

Qualifications

• Universities graduate preferably a major in marketing with at least five years experience.
• Experience in the FMCG or in the food processing Industry as a Sales supervisor.
• Experience in promotions, merchandising, trade marketing, outdoor advertising, well networked, highly innovative and creative, excellent communication skills, excellent in presentations, well groomed, with valid driving license and competent driver, excellent with people interactions and results driven.

Please send a copy of your cv and cover letter if you qualify for this position on or before 15th March 2012 to: apply@kenyajobsconnection.com.

VOIP & Web Development Expert Job vacancy in Kenya

Position: VOIP & Web Development Expert

Location: Nairobi

Industry: IT and BPO

Our client, a leading Provider of custom software applications in Africa is looking for an experienced VOIP & Web Development Expert. The ideal candidate should have outstanding knowledge in IT.

Keys Tasks and Responsibilities

• Candidate should possess excellent knowledge and experience in Linux, VOIP, PHP, My SQL and Asterisk. Understanding, analyzing & modifying existing popular open source script
• Requirement analysis, data collection and requirement collection
• Create complex, enterprise-transforming business applications
• Do hands-on coding and proactively drive peers
• Expertise in Integration of Asterisk with legacy systems across all the platforms
• Be part of diverse, high-energy teams focused on full life-cycle development
• Use the latest tools and techniques (currently PHP5, e Commerce platforms, AJAX frameworks, XML, Agile Methodologies, Web Services...)
• Continually learn, mentor and develop your career
• Work closely with clients, both in the Business Domain and Technical staff members
• Travel to work at client sites and other TBL offices
• Effective Management of Application source code (developed by other vendors)

Qualification and Experience

• College/University Degree in IT / Computer Science
• Professional certificates in IT
• Minimum of 2 years IT experience in Asterisk/Linux Platforms and web development experience in PHP/MySQL
• Ability to design, develop and deploy web-applications and systems built on the Asterisk platform
• Experience in two or more of the following areas; computer hardware and software systems and Programs, computer networks, network administration and network installation and Computer troubleshooting.

To apply, send your CV only to vacancies@flexi-personnel.com before Monday 12th March 2012. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Business Content Writer/Business Development Executive Job vacancy in Kenya

Position: Business Content Writer/Business Development Executive
Location: Nairobi
Industry: IT and BPO

An exciting position has arisen with our client; a leading Provider of custom software applications in Africa is looking for an experienced Business Content Writer/ Business development Executive.

The ideal candidate should have outstanding operating knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Hands on competencies on Workflow creation software such as MS Visio.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Contacting Prospects and Analysing their business
• Drafting questionnaires for collecting information and meeting the client (in person or virtually) and understanding the writing brief
• Research on the client’s business domain and creating winning Proposals
• Structuring and planning the content map and information design for a particular media
• Creating marketing concepts for internal marketing initiatives
• Designing and creating marketing materials and content
• Managing marketing campaigns like blog articles, Facebook, Twitter, etc
• Increase opportunities of Sales and meet the desire Company targets on recurring Sales Revenues.
• Market the brand and the Company's experience to increase Goodwill in the Africa Industry.
• Enhance the confidence of their potential customers to do business.
• Pro-actively hunt for target organizations and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from our Company's services.
• Sharing a good rapport with the clients, understanding their project requisites, incorporating changes required within project conformity and providing value added
• 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 management team & local board members and post approval send Dashboard to CEO.
• Liaise with Process and Performance Manager to ensure optimized use of internal processes

Qualification and Experience

• College/University Degree or Higher Diploma in IT or Business Management.
• Minimum of 2 years Business Development, 1 Year creative writing experience
• Professional certificates in related field.
• Speciality in Marketing and Corporate sales.
• Knowledge of BPO/ITES
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Mastery over English grammar with a flair for writing.
• Analytical and strategic thinking ability

To apply, send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Monday 12th March 2012. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

ITES Manager Job vacancy in Kenya

Position: ITES Manager

Location: Nairobi

Industry: IT and BPO

An exciting position has arisen with our client, a leading Provider of custom software applications in Africa who is looking for an experienced Information Technology Enterprise Solutions Manager. The ideal candidate should have outstanding Knowledge in Project management and Project Accounting preferably in a BPO, IT or service related industry.

Keys Tasks and Responsibilities

• Creating and executing project work plans and revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identifying resources needed and assigning individual responsibilities.
• Managing day-to-day operational aspects of the project scope.
• Maintains awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on client engagements.
• Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Manages project budget.
• Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
• Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.
• Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization.
• Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
• Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.
• Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.
• Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimizes the company exposure and risk on project.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.

Qualification and Experience

• A Diploma/ Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science
• Must have a Diploma in Project Management and professional certificates
• Knowledge of the BPO industry in Kenya
• Possesses general understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design.
• Understands Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of our capabilities.

To apply, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before Monday 12th March 2012. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Deputy Strategic Information Advisor-(Futures Group)- Job in Kenya

About Us

Futures Group develops and delivers innovative, locally relevant, evidence-based solutions to improve the health and well being of people around the world. Since 1971, we have assisted governmental and non-governmental agencies, foundations, and the private sector by designing, implementing and evaluating programs in HIV, sexual and reproductive health, population and family planning, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and gender.

Futures Group has deep expertise in policy and advocacy, research and strategic information, health markets and private sector engagement, modeling and economic analysis, patient monitoring and management/HMIS, strategic consulting, and program management.

Position Summary

The Deputy Strategic Information Advisor will be responsible for automating collection and reporting of Health Information at health facilities and delivering supportive supervision, monitoring and evaluation, and performance reporting, and managing a team of Strategic Information Associates and tracking technical deliverables.

The position will initially run from March 15th 2012 until October 2012 after which the position will be renewed annually. The position is based in Nairobi Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all monitoring and evaluation for a PEPFAR project including Global Health Initiatives (GHI) and Next Generation Indicators (NGI)
• Supervise and coordinate the collection of accurate monitoring reports from the health facilities (monthly, quarterly, semiannual and annually) on all required indicators
• Support information technology infrastructure and management for data management tools
• Coordinate technical SI needs at sites (computers and hardware)
• Build the data culture at health facilities to improve data demand and data use
• Manage and provide training for data analysis at the service delivery outlets and coordinate technical assistance to sites in the analysis of data to address gaps in the program and services
• Help the project to demonstrate that project interventions result in observable and measurable improvement in the quality of HIV care and treatment services and clients served.
• Increase LPTF demand for quality information, methods, and tools, and facilitation of information use in decision making
• Oversee coordination of data entry and set up SOPs to ensure there is no backlog; ensure that databases are backed-up on routine basis
• Build and improve relationships with health facilities and partners
• Liaise with prime recipient on routine basis to alert them to challenges and difficulties performing our work; highlight successes
• Develop work plans and monitor it on monthly basis in coordination with SI Advisor
• Other activities as identified

Qualifications

Technical Experience 

• Master’s in public health, epidemiology, statistics, or related field with 3-5 years significant experience or Bachelor’s degree with at least 6-10 years extensive experience in Strategic Information/M&E of health programs
• Experience in clinical setting is preferred
• Experience working with Patient Management and Monitoring Systems (PMMS) and monitoring and evaluation
• At least 3 years of experience in monitoring of HIV projects; and
• Experience and familiarity with USG and MOH (e.g. KePMS and DHIS) reporting systems
• Familiarity with information dissemination at national and international level
• Knowledge and experience in HIV patients’ data analysis and use of statistical data analysis packages e.g: Epi Info, SPSS, CSpro etc.
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience working with and designing tools to support decision making,
• Training and workshop facilitation experience
• Ability to trouble-shoot, manage crisis, and problem solving
• Knowledge of both Swahili and English required
• Proven experience in data analysis is required
• Ability or experience in writing abstracts and journal articles

Managerial Experience 

• Ability to oversee technical delivery of teams
• Ability to develop and track operational plans/ results frameworks / SOW
• Excellent teamwork
• Excellent leadership skills

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand or sit, and move about the facility

Work Environment

• Usual office working conditions free of disagreeable elements.

How to apply: 

All applications for this position should be submitted online atwww.futuresgroup.com via the Careers page. Futures Group provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.

Program Manager -Danish Demining Group (DDG) Job in Kenya

Background

Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a part of Danish Refugee Council (DRC). DRC has operated in Kenya since 2005, and DDG is now looking to establish operations in Kenya. DDG has operated in the region since 1999 (Somaliland) and has armed violence reduction programmes in Somaliland, Somalia, Yemen, South Sudan and Uganda.

DDG’s armed violence reduction (AVR) approach encompasses the following elements:

• Strengthening institutions and enhancing capacity for addressing safety needs
• Addressing immediate threats to life and limbs by explosive remnants of war
• Addressing small arms as a tool of violence
• Building capacity for conflict management and peace
• Strengthening relationships between security providers and communities

The AVR approach is currently implemented on the national level and on the community level. On the national level DDG seeks to support the authorities with small arms management, and supporting peace building and security sector reform initiatives.

The Community Safety approach is rooted in a participatory process, where DDG assists target communities to assess their safety and security situation, define and prioritize their safety and security needs and identify resources to address these needs.

DDG will assess the needs and existing strategies on both national and community level, and develop activities that complement what is being done already. DDG therefore look for a Kenyan Programme Manager to lead the starting up of DDG’s activities in Kenya.

Responsibilities

The Programme Manager (PM) is responsible for developing a feasibility study in Kenya, focusing on implementing DDGs Community Safety activities in Turkana or another relevant location in Kenya. The PM is to conduct both field trip, desk study and liaise with relevant stakeholders in ensuring that DDG’s intervention is relevant and complementary to existing activities and strategies.

The PM is also expected to take lead in developing proposals, fundraising and thereby to create the funding base for the programme. Implementation is expected to commence ultimo 2012.

The position includes the following responsibilities:

a) Management

• Management, operational oversight, coordination and implementation of the feasibility study and potential armed violence reduction activities in Kenya.
• Support and supervision of national staff. This position is the first in DDG Kenya, and will be heavily involved in identifying, recruiting and developing the national team.

b) Programme development

• Establish a new programme in a volatile environment
• Be a driving force in terms of developing the DDG programme within the DDG programme objectives.
• Look to establish projects which complement existing AVR projects in Kenya, and potentially develop cross-border projects.

c) Strategic development

• In co-ordination with the Regional Director, lead the process of continuously developing DDG’s Armed Violence Reduction approach in a regional context and adapted to the circumstances in the field – both nationally and regionally.

d) Finance and administration

• Responsible for budget monitoring, financial management and expenses control including compliance with minimum DRC/DDG and donor requirements and ensuring that the necessary systems are in place.

e) Security

• Responsible for security including development and ensuring adherence to security procedures, monitoring the development in the security situation, developing contingency plans, etc.

f) Reporting

• Ensure proper and timely financial and narrative reporting in compliance with internal and external reporting requirements including procurement.

g) Representation/Liaison

• Act as representative for the DDG programme in Kenya towards government authorities, donors, partners, UN agencies and international and local NGOs and various local co-ordination forums.
• Cooperation and operational synchronisation with DRC Kenya.

h) Fundraising

• Proposal writing, including development of budgets and support to the Regional Director in applying for funding and broadening DDG Kenya’s funding base.

i) Accountability

• Guided by the DRC Programme Handbook, continuously monitor and develop relevant accountability initiatives in the field as well as strengthening the effort to document the impact of DDG’s activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of International experience from humanitarian/development work including programme development and management responsibilities.
• Substantial knowledge of the Kenya political system from community to national level.
• Documented proposal writing and fundraising experience as well as good knowledge of donor requirements.
• Experience with financial management.
• Experience with working in insecure environments.
• Diplomatic, patient and persistent.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Good knowledge of Word and Excel.

Personal Competencies

• Leadership skills, including ability to build and motivate a team as well as willingness to deal with conflicts up front
• Political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures
• Proven ability to function well in a volatile and very restricted environment
• Strong liaison, education and communication skills
• Ability to resist external pressures
• Innovative and creative thinking
• Analytical and reporting skills

Conditions

Duty station:

Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to other areas in Kenya. The person must be prepared to live and work in the field, in isolated areas in an unstable security environment with limited recreational and social facilities.

Contract:

12 months - with possibilities for extension, subject to funding. Salary and conditions in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates please refer to www.drc.dk under Vacancies. This position is placed at salary level B2. The position offers standard vacation and holiday benefits.

Start date:

May 2012 or as soon as possible.

Further Information

You are welcome to contact Mr. Klaus Ljoerring Pedersen, DDG Regional Director, Horn of Africa & Representative for Armed Violence Reduction on email: klpc@drc.dk for additional information about the vacancy. Please note that applications are not to be sent to Mr. Ljoerring Pedersen.

For information about our work and organisation, please visit our website www.danishdemininggroup.dk.

Application and CV

Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications sent together with a CV, in English and marked ”DDG Programme Manager – Kenya” will be considered.

We only accept applications sent via our online system at www.drc.dk under Vacancies > Current vacancies > DDG Programme Manager - Kenya.

Applications sent directly to klaus ljoerring pedersen will not be considered.
Please remember to upload a letter of application and your CV. CV-only applications will not be considered.

Applications are to be sent to no later than 2. April 2012.

Please contact Anne Oxholm, job@drc.dk, if you experience problems with your online application.

Human Resource Officer Job opportunity in Kenya

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager and as part of the Africa HR team, the Human Resource Officer (HRO) is responsible for applying human resource policies, strategies and practices and providing HR advice to the Regional and Country Representatives as and when required.

The Human Resources Officer will provide technical HR support whenever needed in the zone. The Human Resource Officer does not have budget and line staff responsibilities. HR decisions implemented by the HRO are approved by the Human Resource Manager.

• Prepare recruitment documents in close cooperation with the respective line managers and approval from the Human Resource Manager ensuring that relevant documentation required for issuance of offers, contracts are submitted in time.
• Follow up and coordinate the travel of new staff from their home countries ensuring insurance, tickets, briefing and airport pick ups is well coordinated as well as for staff that have completed their missions.
• Follow up and ensure that recruitment documents for seconded delegates are provided for in time and follow up any pending matters, and inform the Human Resource Manager for effective deployments.
• Ensure dissemination of HR procedures, policies, systems and processes and informing the Human Resource Manager whenever there are gaps in the local Staff Regulations and in compliance with local labour laws.
• Report any misconduct and other forms of grievances from staff to the Human Resource Manager.
• Make appointments and counselling schedules with the psycho social support counsellors and ensure services are provided wherever required for inbound and outbound staff.
• In consultation with the Human Resource Manager, maintain a safe and secure filing system for important HR documents including personnel personal data, selection documents, etc.
• Create accounts, change reporting lines, monitor, and track implementation of the Learning Platform performance appraisal system and any other applicable HR tools and train staff in their application.
• Prepare regular HR reports.
• Schedule and conduct induction, debriefing of staff in consultation with the Human Resource Manager
• Ensure leaving staff follow the handing over system and the necessary documents are filled and any gaps are reported for action.
• Provide technical support for emergency deployment including Regional Disaster Response Teams in close collaboration with Technical Departments.

Qualifications

Relevant university degree plus professional human resources qualification. Post graduate qualification is an added advantage

Experience

At least three years of relevant professional HR practice Experience of managing & supporting staff Experience of working for the Red Cross and Red Crescent Experience working in an international organization and dealing with national staff issues. Experience in dealing with governmental and non-governmental organizations, authorities, agencies Experience working dealing with employee relations matters Experience of handling confidential information

Skills Self-supporting in computers (Advanced windows, spreadsheets, word-processing and human resource information systems) Fluency in English.French is preferred Skills in training and developing staff Diplomacy skills

The job involves dealing with confidential matters and requires discretion at all times.

How to apply: 

Applications indicating how your experience matches the position requirements and a curriculum vitae (in word text format) including current salary, contact details (day telephone, mobile and email) and details of three references one of which should be a penultimate employer should be submitted to: zonehr.africa@ifrc.org not later than 9th March 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You will respect and act in line with our Fundamental values and competencies. The values of the Secretariat are built on the Red Cross and Red Crescent Fundamental Principles, respect for diversity, and integrity in all we do. The core competencies set the standard for all Secretariat staff. We expect our people to be accountable, placing primary focus on building NS relations, having the technical skills to get results and working effectively in teams sharing knowledge and best practices through good communication skills.

Bilingual Executive Assistant job vacancy in Kenya

Reporting to the Director of Zone, the Executive Assistant will render all the day-to-day administrative and programmatic support that may be necessary for the efficient running of the Office.

Managing the diaries and correspondences of the Director, the post holder will handle a wide range of contacts with stakeholders including National Societies, ICRC, government departments, and the international donor community.

The Executive Assistant role is supporting the executive, representation and coordination functions of the Director’s office. The main tasks are classified under Information Flow and Tracking Deadlines of tasks, Administrative Tasks, Event and Calendar Management and Managing Travel as follows:-

A. Information Flow and Tracking Deadlines:

• Generally manage the information flow of the Director’s office and from the Zone team, Geneva, the Regional and Country offices, National Societies, ICRC and to the general public.
• Ensure timely and accurate transmission and exchange of information, and follow up to ensure feedback is provided, necessary actions taken and deadlines met.
• Identify and handle confidential/sensitive material professionally while protecting the interests of the Federation, and the Africa zone office.
• Organize and maintain efficient information storage and retrieval systems that guarantees the correctness and integrity of records as well as ease of cross-referencing with well defined levels of access.

B. Administrative Tasks 

• Coordinate the Head of the Director’s requirements for meetings and arrange meetings, prepare notices and minutes and take notes as necessary.
• Review all outgoing correspondence prepared for the Director; edit as appropriate to ensure correct spelling, grammar, and formatting style. In addition, draft standard administrative correspondence, complete forms for administrative actions and keep records of actions taken. Also format documents and prepare power point presentations, tables and charts as may become necessary.
• Schedule briefings and debriefings of Secretariat, PNS and ICRC representatives with relevant regional departments and National Societies as appropriate.

C. Event and Calendar Management

• Manage the Director’s calendar, coordinate and adjust itineraries and schedules, and confirm appointments, and meetings as necessary.

D. Managing Travel

• Organize the Director’s travel and related logistics (hotel, per diem etc.) as well as that of external guests as appropriate.
• Visa applications to be done timeously and ensure efficient follow up.
• Prepare meeting pack‘s with relevant documentation including ticket, letter of invitation, accommodation booking, security regulations.

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in Office Administration, Social Sciences, Secretarial Studies or any other relevant fields.

Experience

5 years or more experience in secretarial services, programme management, public relations and general administration. Experience within a RC National Society and/or the Federation Secretariat A good understanding of the Red Cross business, and of regional operations and structures Experience in customer service operations, and in protocol.

Languages: Fluency in English

How to apply: 

Applications indicating how your experience matches the position requirements and a curriculum vitae (in word text format) including current salary, contact details (day telephone, mobile and email) and details of three references one of which should be a penultimate employer should be submitted to: zonehr.africa@ifrc.org not later than 9th March 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You will respect and act in line with our Fundamental values and competencies. The values of the Secretariat are built on the Red Cross and Red Crescent Fundamental Principles, respect for diversity, and integrity in all we do.

The core competencies set the standard for all Secretariat staff. We expect our people to be accountable, placing primary focus on building NS relations, having the technical skills to get results and working effectively in teams sharing knowledge and best practices through good communication skills.

Regional Representative for the decentralized Nairobi Coordination Office, jobs in Kenya

Title:

Regional Representative for the decentralized Nairobi Coordination Office (Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, Malawi)

Position:

Represent COOPI in the coordination and support of all COOPI interventions in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office, ensuring that COOPI mission and vision is respected in the Countries’ strategy and in the implementation of the programs’ activities

Report to:

COOPI Director at Head Quarters - Milano

Duty station:

Kenya (Nairobi), with frequent missions in COOPI geographical area of competence (Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, Malawi)

The Regional Representative must demonstrate capability directly related to the proposed work, including technical qualifications, supervisory skills, relevant academic background, and demonstrated experience in African countries and difficult/problematic operating environment. The Regional Representative of the decentralized COOPI Nairobi Coordination is the desk officer for the following Countries: Kenya, Somalia, Uganda and Malawi, and will be responsible for overseeing the technical and management expertise present on the field, liaising with the governmental institutions, the donors and other key stakeholders, fulfilling the principal responsibilities as outlined below.

Descrizione e requisiti

Terms of reference.

Strategic Planning

Collaboration with the Head Quarters International Programs Planning Office for the preparation of the area and sectors strategies and related operational plans for the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office;
Continuous monitoring/supervision of implementation of the strategies and operational plans in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office.

Institutional relationships

Represent COOPI with the Institutions (local and international) and donors in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office, in collaboration with the Country coordinators (if present);
Develop and enhance the relationship with the regional coordination of Institutions (local and international), donors and international and local NGOs present in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office.

Donors Identification:

identify directly and in collaboration with the Country coordinators (if present) and with the Head Quarters appointed offices, new donors in the geographical area of competence.

Financial management:

support and supervise, in collaboration with the regional administrator, the Head Quarters area focal point and the Country coordinators (if present) or the local administrators of the countries under Nairobi Coordination Office, the preparation of the annual budget, analysis of costs, share costs and subsequent revisions;
Supervise, in collaboration with the regional administrator and the Head Quarters area focal point, the projects’ and coordination’s financial management in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office

Projects’ Planning and Management

In coordination with the Head Quarters International Programs Planning Office, collaborate with the Country Coordinators (if present) in the elaboration of the strategies and annual planning for the submission of projects, and supervise the implementation of the same for the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office.

Coordinate the elaboration and designing of new proposals, and ensure the preparation of the documentation needed for the submission of the same, in collaboration with the appointed Head Quarters offices.

Ensure the right application of donors’ procedures and contracts/grants.
Revise directly and/or in collaboration with the regional Administrator, the projects’ reports (narrative and financial), and ensure the timely sending of the same to the donors, and the monitoring documentation requested by the Head Quarters.

In collaboration with the appointed Head Quarters offices, evaluate the results achieved by the projects’ activities implementation, and modify strategies and activities according to the needs

Human resources management

• In coordination with the Human Resource Office at Head Quarters level, and together with the Country Coordinators (if present), select the expatriate staff, discuss the conditions of contract with the selected expatriate staff, and approve the contracts;
• Follow up contracts and insurances for the expatriate staff;
• Evaluate the performance of the expatriate staff.

Visibility and communication

• In collaboration with the appointed Head Quarters office for Communication and Fundraising, coordinate the visibility and communication activities in the geographical area of competence and in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office;
• In collaboration with the Country Coordinators (if present), or directly, organize and supervise the visibility activities and the communication initiatives in the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office;
• Be the focal point for the Head Quarters office for Communication and Fundraising for the visibility and communication activities implemented in Italy for the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office;
• Together with the Head Quarters office for Communication and Fundraising, evaluate the impact of the related activities

Projects’ Monitoring and evaluation

• In collaboration with the appointed Head Quarters Office, plan the monitoring tools and the evaluation activities;
• Ensure the supervision of the implementation of the monitoring tools;
• Together with the appointed Head Quarters offices, evaluate the results of the monitoring and evaluation activities, and modify strategies/activities according to the needs.
• COOPI rules supervision
• Define/update COOPI internal rules for the Countries under Nairobi Coordination Office, and ensure/ supervise their implementation.
• Acquirement/purchasing procedure
• Ensure that the acquirement/purchase procedures are rightly implemented, according to donors’ and COOPI requirements

Minimum Requirements

• University degree, or other relevant academic background;
• At least 8 years working experience, out of which at least 5 in projects programming and management;
• Previous experience as Country Coordinator will be an advantage;
• Previous experience in COOPI overseas will be an advantage;
• Proactive aptitude in terms of planning and coordination with different bodies, Institutions and reference Points;
• Good leadership skills, aimed at managing and motivating a team;
• Positive ability to bear stressful and complicated situations;
• Diplomatic and confidentiality skills;
• Target oriented and problem solving aptitude;
• Good knowledge and use of the English Language;
• Previous experiences in project writing;
• Good report writing skills;
• Good administrative skills.

Contract Length: minimum 18 months – Renewable

Starting date: 1st April 2012, inclusive of 1 month of hand over

How to apply: 

http://www.coopi.org/it/lavoroformazione/offertedilavoro/lavoro

ACTED Data Clerk Job vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Department: AMEU

Position: Data Clerk

Contract duration: One Month

Duty Station: Nairobi

Starting Date:Immediately

ACTED is a non-governmental organization whose vocation is to support vulnerable population world wide and to accompany them in building a better future.

ACTED was created in 1993, is governed by the French law and has its head quarters in Paris, France.

ACTED Kenya is looking for an experienced self driven and a self oriented professional to fill the post of data clerk for one month.

The Data Clerk is accountable to the Data Management Officer under the responsibility of the AMEU Manager and her/his specific duties will include:

• Ensure that all questionnaires are entered accurately and full records are kept up to date;
• Ensure data is entered accurately and timely – meet the daily allocated targets;
• Work Closely with DMO to ensure that the data quality protocols are adhered to;
• Ensuring that data entered reflects the paper questionnaires, and is comprehensive and complete;
• Assist quality checking of data entered for consistency, completeness and any other errors;
• Ensure that data security measures are adhered to, to protect data and beneficiaries confidentiality;
• Assist the Data Management Officer in achieving activity results and targets.
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the direct supervisor

Qualifications/Skills Required

• A diploma in IT with advanced computer skills.
• Strong typing and data entry skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal, excellent proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, meet deadlines and demonstrate good attention to detail
• English & Kiswahili fluency are minimum requirements.

Application Procedures

All interested persons with the required skills are invited to submit their applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, three referees and contacts to nairobi.jobs @acted.org and received on or before 5.00PM on 8 March 2011.

Please note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ACTED is an Equal Opportunity Employer