Genaral Manager and Sales Manager-(Stantech Motors)- Jobs in Kenya

Stantech Motors is a wholly owned local company offering a wide range of services in the Auto Industry.  The company which has been in operation for the last 15 years is a leader in Motor Vehicle Repairs & Servicing for corporate  bodies, insurance companies, individuals and

also the Franchise Holder for Chery International, Manufacturers of Chery Tiggo estate cars, Chery A3 Saloons, Chery QQ3 mini estate car & ZX Auto Franchise Holder, the manufacturers of Landmark 4x4 SUV, Admiral and Grand Tiger Pickups.

Our competitive advantage has been our ability to offer sustainable quality services to customers in all spheres of our operations.  Pursuant to our growth strategy, we seek to strengthen the leadership team by recruiting individuals to the following positions:-

1. GENERAL MANAGER

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will provide overall leadership, guidance and direction to Strategic Business

Units to ensure activities are managed professionally and efficiently so as to provide the highest quality of standards & services.

He/She will be responsible in ensuring the budgets are met and the individual will act as the main link between the company and its customers.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:•

Develop and maintain good business relationship with insurance companies, insurance brokers, corporate customers, individuals and other stake holders.

• Provide operational leadership in the respective strategic business units.

• Direct and exercise overall control of the SBUs to ensure activities are managed professionally and efficiently

• Oversee the creation and execution of the SBU’s annual budgets through setting and achievement of sales, expenditure and profit targets.

• Establish and maintain a pro-active human resource function to ensure employee motivation, training and development, wage benefits administration, and compliance with established labour regulations.

• Recruit and monitor staff in all the activities of the SBUs as well as deal directly with employee problems.

• Maintain service quality standards by conducting continuous evaluations, investigating customer complaints and initiating corrective action.

• Prepare monthly financial reports for the board that clearly explain operational effectiveness, trends and variances.

• Maintain strict compliance with all statutory requirements relating to the business.

Key competencies:

• Demonstrate ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through team work.

• Have excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills with the ability to network and develop strong business  relations.

• Have strong customer focus, entrepreneurial skills, commercial thinking, problem solving and analysis, creativity and innovation.

• Have strong leadership and change management skills

• Be flexible, resilient, energetic and dynamic.

• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.

• Experience in a highly computerized environment.

• Understanding of accounting and financial management issues.

• Impeccable integrity, patience and tact.

Academic Qualifications:

• Be a holder of a Masters Degree in a Business-related field from a recognized university.

Experience:

• Age – above 30 years.

• Over 8 years experience in senior management; 5 of which should have been in senior capacity with direct budgeting/incoming statements responsibility.

• Experience gained in motor industry with exposure in managing a busy operation will be an added advantage.

2. SALES MANAGER

Reporting to the General Manager, the Job holder is expected to be a pro-active, self driven, dynamic and passionate individual. 

He/she will be primarily responsible for driving sales under the  Repair and Maintenance SBU.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze strategies to drive revenue growth by increasing customer base.

• Selecting and recruitment of sales executives.

• Work with management team, CEO & the Board in setting of targets and sales strategy formulation, develop performance measurement parameters for monitoring and evaluation.

• Monitor variances against set sales targets and make appropriate recommendations.

• Interact with the entire company management and monitor business processes citing any areas that may hinder increased sales make appropriate recommendations.

• Carry out market research/competitor analysis on a periodical basis making appropriate recommendations.

• Establishing and maintaining contacts with corporate bodies, Insurance Brokers/Agencies, Government ministries, parastatals, Embassies and all our customers.

• Motivating Sales Executives to achieve and surpass targets as well as showing alternative ways for their attainment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Sales/Marketing or Business related field.

• 5 years Sales experience. Experience in the motor industry will be an added advantage.

• Experience in managing a team of sales people.

• A go-getter with excellent verbal & written skills.

• Age – above 30 years.

Attractive remuneration packages will be offered to the right candidates.  If you think your career aspirations match the above opportunities, please email your detailed CV and application to hr@stantechmotors.co.ke or send to:-

The Human Resource Manager

Stantech Motors Limited

P.O Box 78710-00507, NAIROBI.

So as to reach not later than 30th  June 2012.

Chief Executive Officer-Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)-jobs in Kenya

Higher Education Loans Board is a state corporation whose mandate is to source funds and provide loans, scholarships and bursaries to Kenyans studying in recognized institutions of higher learning.  As part of its succession planning programme the Board seeks to recruit a CEO with visionary leadership and proven governance credentials.

The Board therefore invites applications from qualified Kenyan citizens for the position of Chief Executive Officer.

JOB PROFILE

Reporting to the Board, the Board Secretary/CEO, who is expected to meet the requirements of chapter six of the constitution, will:-

• Provide an innovative, visionary and strategic leadership in the financing of a dynamic and fast growing higher education sector;

• Provide strategic leadership and direction in the formulation, development and implementation of the Board’s strategic plan.

• Develop strategies that will enhance and promote HELB in effective service delivery to all its stakeholders;

• Ensure compliance with the constitutional and public financial statutory requirements;

• Ensure prudent management of all the resources of the Board;

• Drive initiative aimed at achieving medium and long term self-sustainability;

• Lead and continuously nurture a team of highly motivated and talented human capital  with high performance culture.

PERSON PROFILE

The individual will possess:-

• A minimum qualification of a Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business studies, Education or related area;

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior leadership and management positions preferably in the education financing sub sector or related areas;

• Proven experience in leading a credit provision operation with a large customer base;

• Proven track record in change management and institutions turn around skills;

• A deep understanding of how to grow and sustain a revolving fund scheme;

• Proven track record in fund development;

• Deep understanding of the dynamics of the higher education sub sector in Kenya and the global arena;

• Knowledge and experience of financial/loan administration and familiarity with public sector financial management systems;

• Thorough knowledge of the performance contracting process and good performance management skills;

• Strategic thinker, with leadership, business acumen and analytical skills;

• Compliance with constitutional provisions – the candidate is expected to meet the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.

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

Candidates should enclose up to date CVs giving among other things, details of day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials so as to reach the Board Chairman on the contact below not later than 4th July, 2012

Chairman,

Higher Education Loans Board,

P.O. Box 69489-00400, NAIROBI.

OR

Email address: ceo@helb.co.ke

‘HELB is an equal opportunity employer’

Higher Education Loans board-HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER jobs in Kenya

Join our team and contribute to our efforts of making higher education more accessible to Kenyans

Higher Education Loans Board is a state corporation whose mandate is to source funds and provide loans, scholarships and bursaries to Kenyans studying in recognized institutions of higher learning.  A vacancy has arisen for the position of Human Resources and Administration Manager at HELB.  HELB is looking for  highly competent, passionate, dedicated and self-driven individual of high integrity who is able to demonstrate strong leadership skills to fill the following position:

HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

Reporting to the Chief Executive officer/Board Secretary, the Human Resources and Administration Manager will be the Head of Human Resources and Administration Department and will be responsible for driving the Human Resource strategy and ensuring operational efficiency and delivery of services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all recruitment matters, promotions, remuneration, staff  training and development, staff welfare, industrial relation matters and performance management

• Ensuring proper design and maintenance of Human Resources Information Systems

• Managing the Human Resource function through effective teamwork

• Develop innovative remuneration and reward systems that drive appropriate employee behaviour and culture change.

• Ensuring professional career planning and succession management

• Overseeing management of administration services, namely office services, registry services, management of assets and other allied functions

• Provision and design of appropriate human resources management and administrative policies, procedures and processes to ensure that they are compliant with labour laws

• Ensuring high standards of discipline among staff and that disciplinary procedures are applied uniformly and fairly

• Ensuring proper implementation of staff retirement and pension schemes

• Implement appropriate staff assessment and evaluation practices as part of performance management.

• Planning, organization, administration and control of activities of Human Resource Department

• Implementation of Human Resources policies, rules and regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management from a recognized university

• CPS(K) or its equivalent

• Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management

• Must have at least seven (7) years working experience in Human Resource Management  at a Senior Management level

• Must be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management

• Strong Communication and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of labour laws

Candidates should enclose up to date CVs giving among other things, details of day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials so as to reach the office of the Chief Executive Officer on the contact below not later than 4 th July, 2012

Chief Executive Officer,

Higher Education Loans Board,

P.O. Box 69489-00400, NAIROBI.

OR

Email Address: recruitment@helb.co.ke

‘HELB is an equal opportunity employer’

Prime Bank : Relationship Manager, Branch Operations Assistant Manager, Branch Operations Officers and IT Officer-Jobs in Kenya

Prime Bank, a steadily growing commercial bank, is offering long term career opportunities to dynamic, result oriented and self-driven individuals.

We invite applications for the following positions:

Relationship Manager

Ref: BD/01/2012

Key responsibilities:

• Identifying eligible customers through networking on an on-going basis.
• Conducting sustained communication with all eligible customers to initiate them in to using the Bank’s products and services.
• Selling the Bank’s products to all eligible customers with a view to deepen relationships and increase customer revenue.
• Increasing the number of banking customers through an acquisition strategy of new customers and upgrading existing customers who have the potential to grow.

Requirements:

Qualification and Experience

• A degree from a recognized university.
• At least 4 yrs line experience in banking relationship management.
• Personal skills/attributes:
• Knowledge in banking operations.
• Good coordination, marketing and communication skills.
• Attention to details.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.

Assistant Manager – Branch Operations

Ref: OPS/01/2012

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Branch Head in the Management of the branch in its entirety.
• Oversee efficient execution of daily branch operations.
• Ensure quick turn around time on service delivery.
• Enhance customer service.
• Motivate staff and build a strong team in the Branch.
• Ensure all set procedures and controls are followed at all times.

Requirements:

Qualifications and experience

• A degree in any related discipline.
• Over 5 years experience in a large Bank as a senior officer in charge of operations
• Personal Skills / Attributes
• Should have thorough knowledge of banking operations.
• Should be honest and of unquestioned integrity.
• Should possess good interpersonal skills.
• Should be attentive to detail.

Branch Operations - Officers

Ref: OPS/02/2012

Checking, authorizing and confirming all entries in accordance with the laid down procedures.

Requirements:

Qualification and experience

• A Degree in any related discipline.
• Up to 5yrs banking experience as an officer.
• Personal Skills / Attributes
• Should have thorough knowledge of banking operations.
• Should be honest and of unquestioned integrity.
• Should possess good interpersonal skills.
• Should be attentive to detail.

IT Officer

Ref: IT/01/2012

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining network and network equipments; network monitoring, and trouble shooting, adding network equipments to network, liaison with telecom service provider; ensuring maximum uptime of network.
• Database administration preferably in Oracle, Maintaining the database; Report generation.
• Maintenance, monitoring and management of software and hardware etc. Applying patch, drive IT projects assigned such as Core Banking Solutions, Networking, SWIFT/RTGS,ATM etc.
• Liaise with vendors on all other party application issues.
• Managing Backups and DR sites.

Requirements:

Qualification and Experience

• Applicants should be Kenyan citizens.
• Candidate must possess at least a Degree in Electronics & Tele-Communication/ Electronics & Communication/Computer Science/ Information Technology from a recognized University/ Institution.
• Preference will be given to candidates having certification in CISA/ CISM/ CISCO/ OCA/ OCP/ CCNA/ ITIL.
• Experience in configuring network devices and implementing network solutions, security protocols, interfaces etc., should have sound knowledge of LAN/WAN and virtual private network, switches, routers etc.
• Work experience in Bank / Financial Institutions shall be preferred.
• Candidate without experience however possessing educational qualification and excellent problem solving/ analytical skills can also be considered.

Post Qualification Experience

• Proficiency in any two or more Operating Systems such as UNIX, WINDOWS 2003/2008.
• RDBMS with emphasis on Oracle, SQL Server 2005/2008.
• Knowledge of JAVA/ C++/ COBOL/ VISUAL BASIC/STUDIO/ .NET.
• MS Exchange and Active Directory Implementation and maintenance.
• NETWORK and Communication.
• Personal skills/attributes.
• Knowledge in banking operations.
• Good coordination, conceptualizing and analytic skills.
• Attention to details.
• Good time management skills.
• Applicants must be willing to work in odd hours.
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
• Pro-active and willing to learn and follow up on problems till they are resolve.

Candidates who meet the prescribed criteria may submit their detailed CV in softcopy to hr@primebank.co.ke or upload their CV Here

Chief Accountant Job opportunity in Mombasa Kenya

Chief Accountant

Hospitality Company based in Mombasa, urgently requires Chief Accountant.

Requirements:

Must have degree in Accounting / Finance

Must have at least 3 years experience in the hospitality industry

Knowledge of accounting software is essential

Must be 28 years and above

Salary: Ksh. 100 – 150,000

Deadline: 14th June 2012.

Applications:

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

sue@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.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Unit Accountant Job vacancy at the Kenyan Coast (KShs 45K - 55K)

Unit Accountant needed at the coast

Salary is 45,000 to 55,000/-

Must have a degree

Must have 5 years experience in a similar position

Deadline: 12th of June 2012

Applications:

Please send an up to date CV, stating position you are interested in, current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to;

recruit@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.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Inventory Accountant Job opportunity at the Kenyan Coast

Inventory Accountant needed at the coast

Salary is 45,000 to 55,000/-

Must have a degree

Must have 2 years experience

Deadline: 12th of June 2012

Applications:

Please send an up to date CV, stating position you are interested in, current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to;

recruit@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.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

ACTED Community Mobilizers Jobs vacancies in Samburu, East Pokot or Turkana East Kenya

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.

Position: Community Mobilizer

Contract duration: To be determined

Starting Date: To be determined, expected early July.

Department: Program

ACTED Kenya is looking for an experienced self driven and a self oriented professional to fill the post of Community Mobilizers in Samburu, East Pokot or Turkana East regions.

Based in either one of the regions above, although able to move between regions as necessary, and reporting to the Project Manager her/his specific duties will include:

• Carry out community mobilization and assist the team in capacity building activities with community members and elders.
• Liaise with communities, beneficiaries, and local authorities.
• Carry out beneficiary identification, selection, training, development activities and sensitization as needed or requested.
• Carry out daily implementations of field activities.
• Work with ACTED management and support staff to comply with rules and procedures.
• Assist with weekly and monthly planning and reporting to the project manager.
• Keep theproject manager regularly updated on all issues related to the project activities.
• Supervise and ensure correct and accountable documentation of all activities, including checking attendance sheets, stock reports, meeting minutes, along with ensuring that all necessary amounts or signatures are collected.
• Listen too, receive and document community feedback and pass this on to project managers in a timely manner, and deliver and document responses to community feedback.
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the direct supervisor

Qualifications/Skills Required

• A higher diploma in Social Work, Community Development or a related field/ discipline
• Owning a certified motorbike licence, or making a commitment to getting one before starting work will be a clear and distinct advantage.
• Good reputation within the larger community.
• Experience with grassroots initiatives in rural areas/ASAL
• Experience with participatory community development principles and practices preferred.
• Experience in CMDRR, PFS, VICOBA, or CfW is an added advantage
• Capacity to live with minimal comfort on occasional basis (e.g. camping in communities)
• Ability to show initiative and function effectively in loosely structured, complex work environment that is constantly and rapidly changing
• Patient and optimistic approach to problem-solving, good communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support from within the program organization; ability to identify the gap and address them
• Ability and willingness to work cross border with other communities in instable and potentially dangerous areas.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• English & Kiswahili fluency are minimum requirements. Fluency in either Pokot, Samburu& Turkana local languages is a must. Knowledge of more than one of the languages mentioned or with all the three languages an added advantage
• Basic computer knowledge is mandatory

Application Procedures

Qualified persons with the required skills are invited to submit their applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, three work related referees, contacts and expected salary to ACTED Kenya Offices in Maralal or send to maralal.finance@acted.org and received on or before 5.00PM on 22 June 2012.

Kindly note that due to the urgency of the position, CVs will be shortlisted on ongoing basis. ACTED reserves the right to hire prior to the application deadline.

Please note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ACTED is an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

Toyota Tsusho Africa Marketing Coordinator Job vacancy in Kenya

Toyota Tsusho Africa (Pty) Ltd Nairobi Office

Job Title: Marketing Coordinator

Grade: TTAF6

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree in Marketing or related field

A recognized French qualification and fluency in the language (written and spoken)

A post-graduate diploma in Marketing will be an added advantage.

30 years and below

At least three years working experience in a similar or related function

Key Performance Areas

• Overseeing the order-to-delivery function
• Pricing and price analysis
• Marketing Study and Analysis
• Preparation of Quotations
• Debtor Management
• Market Reporting
• Market and Competitor Analysis

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough understanding of the workings of the Marketing Function
• Customer relationship skills
• Computer proficiency in basic MS office suite
• Impeccable report writing skills
• Excellent Presentation Skills
• Outgoing and energetic Self – starter

Interested in excelling in an EXCITING marketing career???

Apply in confidence by immediately sending your CV only to: amusau@kim.ac.ke

Note: CV’s should be written in English.

Operations Officer -(PATH)-Job in Kenya - APHIAplus Western Kenya Project

Operations Officer, APHIAplus Western Kenya Project

Tracking Code 5154

Interested candidates must have the legal authority to work in Kenya

PATH is an international nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions, enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH’s mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. USAID awarded a comprehensive health service delivery project to PATH to improve the health of Kenyans in the western region of the country.

The project, APHIAplus Western Kenya, builds upon USAID/Kenya’s country-wide health service support project known as the AIDS, Population and Health Integrated Assistance II (APHIA II). PATH and its partners are implementing the APHIAplus project in Western and Nyanza Provinces from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015. It is working w closely with the Government of Kenya and a wide variety of non-government agencies to strengthen health care services throughout the two provinces.

In addition to addressing specific diseases, the APHIAplus Western Kenya project works to strengthen the region’s health care system by rehabilitating health facilities, training staff, and supporting supply and communication networks.

PATH seeks to recruit one Operations Officer to serve as key members of the APHIAplus Zone 1 project’s administration and finance team. They will be responsible for functions in the Kisumu offices associated with property management including IT, equipment and transportation.

The main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage all office facilities, equipment, vehicles, housekeeping services, improvements, repairs for county offices in Kisumu, Homabay,Migori and Kisii.
• Oversee the leases and subleases in the respective offices.
• In-charge of vehicle, motor cycles and motor boats use, including coordination of daily drivers and coxswains duties.
• Oversee maintenance and mileage log books for all of the above transport means.
• Support the IS Officer to oversee hardware maintenance.
• Manage the APHIAplus inventory assets in designated offices. Ensure that the master database inventory is updated.
• Coordinates duties and activities of Drivers, Office Assistant, office support staff and Receptionist.
• Required Skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in teams as a team member, player and leader and supervise team members.
• Ability to plan and work independently and make decisions without close supervision.
• Organized, accurate, efficient and capable of thoroughly handling detailed work assignments.
• Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office computer packages.

Required Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, office management, social sciences or related area.
• Two years experience working for a national or international NGO in an administrative capacity .
• Proven experience in managing a variety of office functions including procurement, management of property, equipment, vehicle fleet, information technology, insurance and security issues.
• Job Location: Other, Kenya

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Procurement Assistant -(PATH )-Job in Kakamega Kenya - APHIAplus Western Kenya Project

Procurement Assistant, APHIAplus Western Kenya Project

Tracking Code 5155

The successful candidate must have legal authority to work and reside in Kenya.

PATH is an international nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions, enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health.

PATH’s mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. USAID awarded a comprehensive health service delivery project to PATH to improve the health of Kenyans in the western region of the country.

The project, APHIAplus Western Kenya, builds upon USAID/Kenya’s country-wide health service support project known as the AIDS, Population and Health Integrated Assistance II (APHIA II).

PATH and its partners are implementing the APHIAplus project in Western and Nyanza Provinces from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015. It is working w closely with the Government of Kenya and a wide variety of non-government agencies to strengthen health care services throughout the two provinces.

In addition to addressing specific diseases, the APHIAplus Western Kenya project works to strengthen the region’s health care system by rehabilitating health facilities, training staff, and supporting supply and communication networks.

PATH seeks to recruit a Procurement Assistant for the APHIAplus Western Kenya project who will be responsible for procuring, monitoring and maintaining general supplies and updating/maintaining the vendor database in the electronic system.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Evaluate quotation and bids through bids analyses
• Maintain and keep all procurement records while ensuring high level of confidentiality
• Ensure proper maintenance and servicing of office equipment
• Dispatch bids documents to the potential suppliers and monitoring timely response of the opening dates
• Receive and submit invoices to finance for payments
• Issue contracts and purchase orders in line with award decisions
• Expedite deliveries and ensure timely receipt of goods or performance of services

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Computing skills in Microsoft Office
• Self motivated, disciplined, organized and reliable with ability to work under pressure
• Required Experience
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies plus a minimum of three years of project procurement experience are required.
• Professional qualification from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (level four or above) and relevant experience working on USAID funded projects are preferred.

Job Location: Kakamega, Kenya

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

The deadline is 22 June 2012 and application is online at www.path.org

Procurement Officers -(PATH )-Jobs in Kenya - APHIAplus Western Kenya Project

Procurement Officers, APHIAplus Western Kenya Project

Tracking Code 5156

Job Description

Interested candidates must have legal authority to work in Kenya

PATH is an international nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions, enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health.

PATH’s mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. USAID awarded a comprehensive health service delivery project to PATH to improve the health of Kenyans in the western region of the country.

The project, APHIAplus Western Kenya, builds upon USAID/Kenya’s country-wide health service support project known as the AIDS, Population and Health Integrated Assistance II (APHIA II). PATH and its partners are implementing the APHIAplus project in Western and Nyanza Provinces from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015.

It is working w closely with the Government of Kenya and a wide variety of non-government agencies to strengthen health care services throughout the two provinces. In addition to addressing specific diseases, the APHIAplus Western Kenya project works to strengthen the region’s health care system by rehabilitating health facilities, training staff, and supporting supply and communication networks.

PATH seeks to recruit two Procurement Officers who will handle, coordinate and manage procurement of goods and services for the APHIAplus project activities in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining high standards of accountability. S/he will be in charge of ensuring that procurement documentation is used in accordance with USAID and PATH guidelines and procedures.

The main responsibilities include:
Manage the procurement process and ensure it is carried out in accordance with both the donor and PATH requirements.
Coordinate annual evaluation of suppliers.
Facilitate the management of relationships with major suppliers for timely performance of the procurement process in the acquisition of quality assured commodities.
Work closely with the procurement team and assist in the preparation and execution of contract mechanisms, including purchase orders.
Contribute to the preparation of requests for approvals and/or waivers, ensuring timely placement of orders for goods and services.
Required Skills
Knowledge of current local and international procurement methods
Computer literate with excellent working knowledge in word and excel
Strong oral and written communication skills in English
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in business administration or related studies and a minimum of five years of project procurement experience.
Post graduate qualification in purchasing and supplies management and procurement experience from a USAID funded project are preferred.
Job Location: Other, Kenya

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

The deadline is 22 June 2012 and application is online at www.path.org

Electrical Engineer-(Oil and Gas Company )- Job in Kenya

Position: Electrical Engineer

Company Profile:

Our client is one of the leading Global oil and industrial gas Manufacturer/ distributor

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assisting Sales of Generators:
Assisting the Sales team by working out design parameters, costing, etc. on the electrical part of power generation side of the business.
Designing, Costing and managing the projects within the budgets etc.
Develop working relations with Key customers.
Tender business, Preparing Technical and commercial Offers with reference to electrical side of it.
Develop working relationship consultants, third party service providers etc. And undertake effective supervision.
To take the ownership of the assignments.
To liaise effectively with Sales, Service, Parts and Finance Departmental Managers.
To develop team work
Desired Qualifications
Engineering graduate in electrical engineering from reputed university/institute.
Outstanding academic record will be preferable.
Must be computer literate with proficiency in MS Office- Advanced Excel, Word, Power Point,
Hand on experience on ERP for automotive application, Exposure to SAP will be added advantage.
Technical Sales /Service/Parts training conducted by reputed automotive manufactures will be preferable.
Required Profile
Minimum 7 years in Oil and Gas business/industry, particularly on Diesel generating sets.
Design various Power & Control systems based on the Project Specifications. Decide/Sizing on the Principle Product & Controls based on the requirements as per the Project Specifications.
Scrutinizing the Project specifications.
Preparation & Compilation of all the documents Technical & Commercial required for Project Offer submission based on the Project / Tender Contracts.
Estimation for the Projects based on the Final Selections as per specifications for Submission of Offer.
Working in Co-ordination with Consultants & Clients for Project Scheme & Product Approval.
Product /Technical Presentations to the Clients & Consultants for Project Requirements.
International experience will be added advantage.
To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

The Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford University (Scholarship opportunities forTwo Kenyan )

The Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford University

Every year, scholars from 14 countries around the world, including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.

The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years’ study and are tenable only for full time post-graduate study at the University of Oxford.

The Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya, invites applications for the year of study commencing October 2013.

In addition to exhibiting the above characteristics, applicants must meet the following basic minimum criteria:
be holders of a first class or a high upper second class degree (Min. 68% or GPA 3.7)
be Kenyan citizens
have been resident in Kenya for at least 5 of last 10 years
will be 19 years old or over and under 27 years on 15th October 2013
Online applications (preferred) may be made at https://apply.embark.com/scholarship/RhodesTrust.

Alternatively, application forms are available at www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk or may be obtained by writing to The National Secretary, Rhodes Scholarships Selection Committee for Kenya on: Rhodes.Selection.Kenya@gmail.com.

Deadline for applications: 31st August 2012

Finance Officer -(TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) )-Job in Nairobi Kenya

Exciting Career Opportunity in Financial Management

TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an organisation funded by a range of development agencies to promote regional trade and economic integration in East Africa.

TMEA works closely with the East African Community (EAC), national governments, business and civil society organisations.

Headquartered in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali, TMEA seeks to support East African integration through:
A reduction in transport and related costs along the key corridors in East Africa;
Supporting EAC institutions to develop a comprehensive framework for regional integration;
Supporting partner states to substantially increase the implementation of a comprehensive framework for regional integration; and
Engaging private sector and civil society to positively influence regional integration policies and practices for growth in trade.
Finance Officer

TMEA is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results-oriented and self-driven experienced finance professional to join our Corporate Services team in the position of Finance Officer.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the job holder will be responsible for financial management, preparation of monthly financial reports and reconciliation of accounts.

The ideal candidate should possess an undergraduate degree in accounting, finance or other business related field and be a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) or possess an equivalent professional accounting qualification.

S/he will have at least five years relevant work experience in a busy organisation.

This is a contract ending 31 December 2014 with an attractive salary and benefit package.

The Finance Officer will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with occasional travel within East Africa.

Application Details

Please send us a cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position, and current remuneration. Your application should include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address, and daytime telephone contacts.

The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate ‘TMEA Finance Officer’ on the subject line.

The detailed job profile can be accessed on www.trademarkea.com.

Send your application to recruitment@trademarkea.com by Friday, 29 June 2012 by 5.00pm East African time.

Interviews will be conducted in July in Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Medical Officer (Physician)-Central Bank of Kenya - Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Medical Officer (Physician)

Organization Name: Central Bank of Kenya Staff Clinic

Central Bank of Kenya invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and self-motivated professionals with excellent credentials to fill the following post within its Staff Clinic establishment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the doctor in- charge, the job holder¿s responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

Provide treatment for a wide variety of common health problems.
Attend to emergency calls
Educate staff and dependents on emerging medical concerns
Conduct research in field of specialty treatment of outpatients.
Supervise other medical personnel (clinical officers, lab technicians and nurses)
Play a central role in clinical governance.

Qualifications and Experience:

Aged between 35- 44 years
Be holders of MBChb, MMed(Med) from a recognized university
Post qualification training in HIV/AIDS Management, family medicine or cardiology will be an added advantage.
Must be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
At least eight (8) years (post-basic) experience in a busy reputable outpatient clinic or hospital
Must be willing to work odd hours and on weekends/holidays
Must be willing to do work visits in any of the institution¿s clinics in the country
Be eligible for private practice License and should be insured with a Medical Defense Union or a Medical Protection Society.
Should have visiting rights in at least two major private hospitals in Nairobi.

How to Apply

If you consider yourself proactive, self-driven and up to the challenge, please visit the following link www.centralbank.go.ke/careers/ and submit your application online (attach updated CV) so as to be received on or before June 24, 2012.

Note:

Applications received after deadline will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

Canvasing either direct or indirectly will lead to automatic disqualification

Grants Officer - (I Choose Life Africa (ICL))-Job in Nairobi Kenya

I Choose Life – Africa (ICL) is one of the leading Non-Governmental Organizations that has contributed greatly to HIV prevention efforts among the youth in Kenya today.


The organization has programs in over 100 institutions (University, tertiary institutions and high schools) across Kenya and reaches over 1 million youth annually with behavior change communication messages.

ICL’s vision is to see ‘AN AIDS free Africa. Her goal is to contribute to the Kenya National AIDS Strategic Plan III. ICL’s mission is to create a movement of caring communities among youth that make responsible and informed choices with regard to Life and HIV & AIDS through prevention, care and support and mitigation of socio-economic impact.

The organization’s programs are anchored around four pillars: Sexual and Reproductive Health, Economic Empowerment, Academic and Career mentoring and Leadership and Governance (SEAL).

We invite applications for the following position;



Grants Officer


1 Position


Ref: GO/HR/ 2012


We are seeking to recruite a Grants Officer who will be reporting to the Finance manager based in Nairobi.


The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring seamless operations in support of ICL and its partner CSOs in achieving rigorous financial and grants reporting and management systems.


The Grants Officer will report to the finance manager and will also work with project Managers on budgetary and donor compliance requirements with regards to financial and grants related activities.

Key Responsibilities shall include;

Oversight and coordination of the ICL’s grant portfolio;
Manage, provide support to and build capacity of the grants unit staff and/or programme Team;
Organize and facilitate grants review meetings and budget versus actual review meetings i.e. Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, Annually etc;
Facilitate development and review of Grant Strategies-in line with ICL’s Strategic plan
Monitor and facilitate compliance of programs with donor and ICL’s commitments and requirements and raise issues affecting external/internal compliance;
Lead on Quality Grants proposal development coordination;
Donor representation in coordination with the Management
Support to management in strategic analysis for funding opportunities;
Build grant management capacity of field staff with training in compliance, report writing, proposal development and other topics relevant to donor compliance;
Review agreements and provide recommendations and concerns to the Management Team;
Maintains Master files on Grant and Monitors paperwork connected with grant-funded programs/projects
Be involved in budget forecasting, preparation, and tracking to ensure that the budgets are adhered to

Academic Qualifications:-

Bachelors degree in Finance/Accounting or other business related degree with over 5 years experience
Be a qualified Accountant with CPA (K) or Finalist or ACCA graduate is mandatory.
Training in project management is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes

Knowledge of major donor regulations, procedures and requirements with demonstrated ability to exercise basic financial oversight of grant.
Previous experience in project management is an added advantage
Proven ability to facilitate the development of winning proposals to public and private sector donors;
Excellent written English skills and familiarity with budgeting using MS Excel;
Excellent computer skills and competency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Excellent organizational skills and ability to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines;
Detail-oriented with good multi-tasking abilities and communication skills, both oral and written;
Able to work well both within a team and independently, in a challenging and fast-moving multicultural environment

Application and contact details:


If you meet the requirements for this position, Please send your CV and cover letter quoting your current and expected salary to hr@ichooselife.or.ke to reach us on or before 22nd June, 2012.


The subject line of your application should be ‘ Grants Officer’ only.


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


I Choose Life Africa is an equal opportunity employer.

Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Officer - (I Choose Life Africa (ICL))- Job in Kenya

I Choose Life – Africa (ICL) is one of the leading Non-Governmental Organizations that has contributed greatly to HIV prevention efforts among the youth in Kenya today.


The organization has programs in over 100 institutions (University, tertiary institutions and high schools) across Kenya and reaches over 1 million youth annually with behavior change communication messages.

ICL’s vision is to see ‘AN AIDS free Africa. Her goal is to contribute to the Kenya National AIDS Strategic Plan III. ICL’s mission is to create a movement of caring communities among youth that make responsible and informed choices with regard to Life and HIV & AIDS through prevention, care and support and mitigation of socio-economic impact.

The organization’s programs are anchored around four pillars: Sexual and Reproductive Health, Economic Empowerment, Academic and Career mentoring and Leadership and Governance (SEAL).

We invite applications for the following position;



Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Officer


1 Position


Ref: AM&E/HR/2012


We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Monitoring & Evaluation Officer who will be responsible of ensuring effective management of the project design, monitoring of its implementation of the project resources and activities in order to ensure that they timely, cost effective and sustainable, compiling of project monthly reports and conducting evaluations of the project.


Main Responsibilities:


Planning

Plan projects in consultation with the Project Manager in order to accomplish its goals within constraints such as time, cost and agreed quality standards
Schedule tasks, deadlines and milestones for all stakeholders and resources
Create Project and departmental work plans
Create detailed chart of milestones for all Project Outputs
Develop and maintain relevant database of data and serve as a hub of data that may be required by the engaged Auditors and or other stakeholders

Evaluation, Reporting & capacity building:


Specific Duties and Responsibilities

General Monitoring and Evaluation on assigned projects
Participate in the Design, data collection and analysis of surveys and routine data
Support end of Project Evaluation focusing on M&E aspect of projects close out
Participate in innovative and standardized research
Spearhead and coordinate the development and timely submission of monthly reports for the donor, as well as other required reports by synthesizing the project activity reports from all the project activities.
Track progress of Project implementation and make recommendation to the Management
Synthesize, analyze data and write summary reports by program based on the M&E results and provide a monthly M&E report to the project manager
In accordance with donor requirements, create or maintain procedures for capturing and publishing monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports
Ensure evaluations of trainings and outreach activities are conducted and reports written and submitted to the Project Manager and the relevant persons
Participate in the training of Healthy Choices facilitators and Family Matters Programs
To work closely with M & E colleagues to design activities to strengthen the capacity of ICL staff in Project M&E methodologies through provision of technical support e.g. skills assessment, training and appraisals. Hence, the M& E Officer will be expected to conduct internal capacity-building programs for ICL staff on Monitoring & Evaluation.
Execute M&E activities included in the Annual Work Plan, with particular focus on results and impacts as well as in lesson learning.

Proposals

Grant proposal writing
Work with the Project team to estimate costs & budgets

Partners Management

Obtain, discuss and follow-through with feedback from Head office and partners
Work with head office and Partners to keep project focused within scope
Ensure Partners’ expectations are met and exceeded in terms of quality of product and service delivered.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Skills

Bachelors Degree in Statistics, or other related fields
Minimum two (2) years experience with participatory monitoring and evaluation which may include designing and conducting survey exercises, data collection (key stakeholder interviews, focus groups, surveys, and secondary data analysis techniques), and data management
Training in Public Health would be an added advantage
Experience in donor-funded projects
Demonstrable experience in performing statistical analysis and interpreting results correctly
Excellent command of computers and statistical software, especially experience with MS Access and SPSS or STATA. Ability to manipulate large data sets.
Ability to work independently and to take initiative
Service-oriented attitude towards work-- providing positive and timely feedback to colleagues and staff of partner institutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to present materials in meetings and at conferences and to write project documents (including evaluation design plans, results frameworks, data collection and data analysis plans, and progress reports)

Application and contact details:-


If you feel you are the right candidate, please send your CV and cover letter quoting your current and expected salary to hr@ichooselife.or.ke to reach us on or before 22nd June, 2012.


The subject line of your application should be ‘Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Officer’.


Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


I Choose Life Africa is an equal opportunity employer.

Agro-Chemical and Food Company : Assistant Electrical Engineer, Assistant Mechanical Engineer, Civil Supervisor, Electrical Technicians, Assistant Security Officer and Weighbridge Operator-Jobs in Muhoroni Kenya

Agro-Chemical and Food Company Limited is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Spirits and Bakers’ Yeast located in Western Kenya.

We are looking for qualified, experienced and self driven Kenyans with excellent interpersonal skills to fill the following vacant positions:

1. Assistant Electrical Engineer

Reporting to Assistant Manager (Electrical)

Key Result Areas:

Manage maintenance schedules for all electrical equipment.
Monitor line efficiencies and implement corrective action.
Maintain records for all electrical breakdowns and precise diagnosis and interventions.
Enforce good manufacturing practices by adhering to environmental, health and safety regulations.

Job specification:

Must be between 28 and 35 years of age.
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering.
At least two years relevant working experience in a busy manufacturing firm.

2. Assistant Mechanical Engineer

Reporting to Assistant Manager (Mechanical)

Key Result Areas:

Plans, coordinates and ensures preventive maintenance schedules.
Monitor line efficiencies and implement corrective action.
Capture actual equipment downtime taken to diagnose and resolve breakdowns.
Enforce good manufacturing practices by adhering to environmental, health and safety regulations.

Job specification

Must be between 28 and 35 years of age.
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
At least two years relevant working experience in a busy manufacturing firm.

3. Civil Supervisor

Reporting to Assistant Civil Engineer

Key Result Areas:

Assist the Civil Engineer in project formulation and implementation.
Plan and supervise maintenance of existing Company buildings and infrastructure.

Job specification

Must be between 28 and 35 years of age.
Holders of Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a busy manufacturing firm.
Computer skills in Auto and Arch cad will have an added advantage.

4. Electrical Technicians

Reporting to Electrical Foreman

Key Result Area:

Maintenance and servicing of electrical machines/equipment.
Maintenance and servicing of motors, UPS,VCDs etc
Trouble shooting of electrical circuits and carrying out repairs.
Responsible for electrical plant operations during shifts.

Job specification

Must be between 25 to 30 years of age.
Holders of Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a busy manufacturing firm.

5. Assistant Security Officer (Re-advertisement)

Reporting to: Security Officer

Key Result Areas:

Supervision of in-house and contracted security services.
Liaison with external security agencies for preventive action.
Assists in investigations and prosecutions.
Reporting to Security Officer

Job specification

Must be between 28 to 35 years of age.
Minimum KCSE C plain.
Minimum Diploma in Security Management.
Must served for at least 5 years in the rank of corporal and above in uniformed service. Those below this rank will not be considered.
Clean certificate of discharge.
Valid certificate of good conduct.
Working knowledge of MS Office.

6. Weighbridge Operator

Reporting to: Warehouse Supervisor

Key Result Areas:

Taking weights of incoming and outgoing products.
Assists in the transfer of finished products from production to warehouse.
Inventory control of raw materials and finished products.

Job specification:

Between 25-30 years of age.
KCSE mean grade C plain.
Minimum Certificate in Purchasing & Supply or Business Management.
Minimum one year’s relevant experience in purchasing and logistics in a busy organization.
Working knowledge of MS Office.

A competitive pay package will be offered to successful candidates.

Applications including detailed CV, copies of academic certificated, mobile number, present and expected salary and allowances should be addressed to:

Human Resource Manager
Agro-Chemical & Food Company Limited
P.O.Box 18-40107
Muhoroni Kenya

or humanresource@acfc.co.ke

Deadline for receiving applications is Friday June 22, 2012.

ACFC is an equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

National Survey Communication and Mobilization Specialist Job opportunity in Kenya

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Public Health & Sanitation

National Survey Communication and Mobilization Specialist

Background

The Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation together with KNBS, NACC, KEMRI, NCAPD, NPHLS (NHRL) and other development partners is in the process of finalizing plans for a large National population-based survey to inform the HIV response in Kenya. The survey will sample 10,475households in 419 clusters.

The Ministry with support from EGPAF is therefore seeking the services of a communications specialist to undertake the development of various IEC materials, planning, and assist in the implementation of the community communication and mobilization strategy for the survey with guidance from the Communication and Mobilization Sub–committee of the National survey.

Specific Tasks

The specialist to be recruited will be required to undertake the following tasks in consultation with the communication and mobilization subcommittee.
Understand the community communication and mobilization strategy for the survey.
Work together with the relevant Communication and Mobilization Sub-committee of the Survey TWG, and other stakeholders to gather information required for the development various IEC materials for community communication and mobilization.
Review and finalize the Survey communication strategy.
Develop targeted messages for the survey for various audiences at the national, provincial and community levels.
Use existing data to determine the appropriate channels that will be used to reach the various audiences before, during and after the National survey.
Develop a media plan in various media houses before, during and after the survey.
Design and develop media material (e.g. media briefs& press releases) and IEC materials (e.g. posters, stickers, brochures, banners) for various target audiences to be translated in 12 local languages used in the survey.
Document and report to EGPAF and the Communication and Mobilization Subcommittee of the Survey TWG on all the community communication and mobilization activities undertaken during the period.
Monitor media coverage of Survey before, during, and after the survey: to ensure enlisted services are provided by the various media avenues, monitor that communication is appropriate, timely and accurate, and monitor any issues that may disrupt the communication strategy for the survey.
Support journalists for effective and accurate reporting on the National survey and findings.
As need arises, provide updates to the Survey TWG.
Duration

This is a short-term contract.

The contract will be for a period of 120 days.

Method of application

Interested Individuals are encouraged to request detailed terms of reference and scope of work from NASCOP (Strategic Information Management Unit) at 3d@nascop.or.ke

The deadline for submission of technical and financial proposal is Monday June 18th, 2012

Applications to be referenced “National Survey Communication and Mobilization” and addressed to NASCOP’s Strategic Information Management Unit at 3d@nascop.or.ke