Chief Executive Officer Job Vacancy - Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF)

The Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) is a State Corporation with the overall mandate of economic empowerment of the youth. The Fund now seeks to recruit a Chief Executive Officer.

Summary of Responsibilities

Under the general oversight of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, who will be the Secretary to the Board, will be responsible for:

   1. Providing leadership, setting and executing the overall business strategy of the Fund and implementing its strategic plan as well as programmes in support of the Fund’s strategic direction.
   2. Formulating operational policies, their advocacy and entrenchment, as well as aligning the Fund’s objectives to the national goals as outlined in the Kenya’s Vision 2030.
   3. Undertaking institutional risk management, design fundraising strategies for the Fund and negotiate with the government and development partners.
   4. Provide leadership in the development of innovative initiatives; establish strategic partners (both local and international), with specific emphasis on increasing pro-youth entrepreneurial investments and youth empowerment interventions.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

    * Provide overall leadership and management of the operations of the Fund under the guidance of the Board.
    * Ensure compliance and implementation of Board policies
    * Provide overall administration and coordination of the day to day affairs of the Fund
    * Responsible for product development and implementation
    * Oversee the design and marketing of the organization’s products, services and programmes.
    * Facilitate the preparation and implementation of annual work plans, procurement plans, budgets, goals and objectives. To prudently manage Fund’s resources within those budget guidelines according to the organizational policies and government laws and regulations
    * Ensure maintenance of effective external/internal controls to safeguard the Fund’s assets and oversee the annual/quarterly or ad hoc financial audit processes as required.
    * Effectively manage the Fund’s human resources in line with the approved human resource policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations. The CEO will also facilitate the adequate availability and development of the human resources.
    * Ensure that the Fund’s Vision, Mission, programmes, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders – Media, Public and private sector as well as Kenyan Youth.

Personal Competencies

Prospective applicants will be expected to demonstrate:

    * Sound personal attributes of leadership, professionalism and integrity.
    * Tact, negotiation and decision making skills,
    * Proven performance management/contracting skills
    * Knowledge in quality management systems
    * Good communication skills
    * Good working interpersonal skills
    * Good analytical skills

Education and Work Experience

    * A bachelors and a masters degree from a recognized University; in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Economics, Social Sciences or Finance
    * Candidates must demonstrate their experience in strategy formulation and implementation, operation management and building partnerships
    * A minimum of five years progressive experience at a senior management position in a reputable organization in the public or private sector
    * Thorough knowledge of government financial management and procurement regulations, policies and procedures is necessary
    * Experience in micro, small and medium entrepreneurship development and/or in a development or finance organization will be an added advantage.

Remuneration

Remuneration will be dependent on the professional background, experience and recommended

Remuneration and benefits for Chief Executives of State Corporations.

Applicants should be between 30 and 45 years old and should send applications and detailed CV with copies of certificates, indicating current position, qualifications, working experience, current remuneration, names of at least three (3) professional referees and day time telephone number to:

The Chairman
Youth Enterprise Development Fund Board
P.O. Box 48610-00100
Nairobi.

The envelope should be clearly marked “Ref: CEO/YEDFB/12/2010”.

Applications should reach us not later than 7th January 2011.

Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.

Youth Enterprise Development Fund Board is an equal opportunity employer.

Executive Manager: Quality

Reference: 25/10/2010-B
Start Date: 25 Oct 2010
Expiry Date: 01 Nov 2010

Company: Human Touch
Location: South Africa - Gauteng - Centurion
Industry: Engineering
Salary Range: From 600000.00 to 650000.00 ANNUALLY COST TO COMPANY
Permanent management level position in the Engineering sector in Centurion in South Africa (Gauteng). Job Description

Key Duties:
The primary purpose of the role is to manage Company’s Quality function that demonstrates the ability to consistently provide products that meet customer and applicable regulatory requirements. (To establish and implement measurements to assess and improve customer satisfaction).
To establish and maintain a Quality Management System catering for all Company business processes and to ensure that processes support the Company value chain and comply with corporate quality and prescribed international quality standards.
To guide Company’s Executive Management in the assessment of Company’s business health from a quality and business optimization and risk management point of view.
To identify and initiate corrective and improvement actions accordingly.
Act as a member of the Company Executive Management team and participate in the overall company management.
To provide a product Regulatory Affairs function to ensure all appropriate legal requirements are addressed and potential risk abatement plans are implemented.

Specific Competencies Required:
Leading through vision.
Aligning performance for success.
Customer Focus.
Quality Orientation.
Continuous Improvement.
Good communication skills.
Planning and organising.
Strategic decision making.

Requirements:
B. Eng (Electronic / Mechanical)
Diploma in Quality Management (eg: City & Guilds of London Institute, or American Society of Quality Controllers (ASQC)) – would be ideal
15 years experience, including product design, assembly and general management
Experience of optical, mechanical and electronic design and electro-optical products
Good functional understanding of ISO 9000, ISO 14000 and Quality Management principles
ISO 9001:2008 or equivalent training course - would be ideal
ISO 14001:2004 equivalent training course - would be ideal

Candidates meeting the above requirements may forward their detailed CV’s to: dealin@human-touch.co.za or Fax: 086 617 7804

For Attention Dealine

Should you not be contacted with 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider it to be unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications : 01 November 2010
at 12:23 PM

Executive Manager: Marketing & Product Development

Reference: 25/10/2010-C
Expiry Date: 01 Nov 2010
Company: Human Touch
Location: South Africa - Gauteng - Centurion
Industry: Engineering
Salary Range: MARKET RELATED
Permanent management level position in the Engineering sector in Centurion in South Africa (Gauteng). Job Description

Key Performance Areas:
Marketing and Sales of Avionics equipment to a selected number of OEM and Tier 1 customers, responsible for:
Compilation of marketing plans per opportunity and account,
Management of allocated marketing budget,
Management of proposal compilation,
Submission and exploitation of proposals to achieve contract award,
Attendance of shows, exhibitions and relevant symposia,
Coordinating of product demonstrations to potential customers,
Customer Liaison.
Product management for the Avionics product portfolio for a selected number of products, responsible for:
Compilation of R&D roadmaps and product business cases,
Capture and understand market requirements and transform them to design of products and product families,
Management of allocated R&D budget,
Product management aspects in total proposals.

Requirements:
Marketing diploma or relevant Technical qualification advantageous
Negotiation skills – certificate / course qualification or practical experience
Computer literate – MS Office Suite
Knowledge of Avionics Systems will be beneficial
Knowledge of languages will be beneficial – Spanish, French, or Portuguese
International experience in business-to-business marketing and sales or product management of complex, highly technical products

Candidates meeting the above requirements may forward their detailed CV’s to: dealin@human-touch.co.za or Fax: 086 617 7804

Should you not be contacted with 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider it to be unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications : 01 November 2010

APSP Executive Director

About APSP

APSP was established in September 2008 as a response to the growing demand for "voice" and more active engagement of African civil society in the shaping of Social Protection policies, programmes, and practices in Africa.

It is a network of individuals and organizations operating at sub-national, national and regional levels, with a commitment to promoting and strengthening the social contract between states and citizens. APSP is now active in 25 countries in Africa.

The Role

The position of Executive Director is newly created and will become the focal point in the development of an Africa-wide network of civil society organisations (CSOs) working to promote effective social protection policies in African countries.

Working closely with the Platform's Chair and the Board of directors representing CSOs, the ED will oversee the initial phase (October 2010 - December 2013) of the development of the 5-year project. The ED will play a key role in liaising with the project's Regional representatives as well as the organisations involved in the project at country level. He/She will manage the team at the APSP secretariat.

The Role's Purpose

The holder will represent the interests of APSP internationally, manage and develop APSP's programmes in line with regional and global strategies.

To support and promote the development of APSP's national level platform members, to strengthen the organizational capacity and participation as a focal point for joint advocacy that articulates the voice of African CSOs on social protection policies and programmes.

Person Specifications

The ideal candidate will have:-

* At least 10 years of international development work, seven of which should be at the executive management level and five of them in Africa.
* At least five years experience of organisational development and fundraising work with NGOs and CBOs.
* Experience of advocacy/lobbying on regional, international and national issues
* Experience working closely with regional bodies, especially the AU
* An in-depth understanding and experience of issues pertaining to Social Protection
* Experience in strategic planning and budgeting
* Knowledge and experience of capacity building and training
* A background that includes working at the highest levels with national governments. This includes experience working with a variety of organisations such as CBOs, FBO's, CSO's, and international agencies such as the UN
* Experience of running and supporting a continental or international Network, including building organisations
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* Excellent networking skills with the ability to build strong working relationships and foster open communication.
* Strong project planning skills, with proven ability to organise and prioritise tasks and manage own time efficiently
* Ability to understand and manage project finances;
* Proven ability to motivate and inspire others;
* Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Internet, Outlook, PowerPoint).
* Willing to travel to countries involved in the project.
* Fluency in English
* Strong Resource mobilisation and management skills

Desirable

* Knowledge and understanding of social protection policies and programmes;
* Working knowledge of French

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail to: recruit@idp-ea.com
together with the latest copy of CV, day time telephone number and details of their current remuneration on or before Friday 29th October 2010.

Executive director

ABOUT APSP
APSP was established in September 2008 as a response to the growing demand for “voice” and more active engagement of African civil society in the shaping of Social Protection policies, programmes, and practices in Africa. It is a network of individuals and organizations operating at sub-national, national and regional levels, with a commitment to promoting and strengthening the social contract between states and citizens. APSP is now active in 25 countries in Africa.
THE ROLE
The position of Executive Director is newly created and will become the focal point in the development of an Africa-wide network of civil society organisations (CSOs) working to promote effective social protection policies in African countries. Working closely with the Platform’s Chair and the Board of directors representing CSOs, the ED will oversee the initial phase (October 2010 – December 2013) of the development of the 5-year project. The ED will play a key role in liaising with the project’s Regional representatives as well as the organisations involved in the project at country level. He/She will manage the team at the APSP secretariat.
THE ROLE’s PURPOSE
The holder will represent the interests of APSP internationally, manage and develop APSP’s programmes in line with regional and global strategies. To support and promote the development of APSP’s national level platform members, to strengthen the organizational capacity and participation as a focal point for joint advocacy that articulates the voice of African CSOs on social protection policies and programmes.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have:-

·1 At least 10 years of international development work, seven of which should be at the executive management level and five of them in Africa.
·2 At least five years experience of organisational development and fundraising work with NGOs and CBOs.
·3 Experience of advocacy/lobbying on regional, international and national issues
·4 Experience working closely with regional bodies, especially the AU
·5 An in-depth understanding and experience of issues pertaining to Social Protection
·6 Experience in strategic planning and budgeting
·7 Knowledge and experience of capacity building and training
·8 A background that includes working at the highest levels with national governments. This includes experience working with a variety of organisations such as CBOs, FBO’s, CSO’s, and international agencies such as the UN
·9 Experience of running and supporting a continental or international Network, including building organisations
·10 Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
·11 Excellent networking skills with the ability to build strong working relationships and foster open communication.
·12 Strong project planning skills, with proven ability to organise and prioritise tasks and manage own time efficiently
·13 Ability to understand and manage project finances;
·14 Proven ability to motivate and inspire others;
·15 Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Internet, Outlook, PowerPoint).
·16 Willing to travel to countries involved in the project.
·17 Fluency in English
·18 Strong Resource mobilisation and management skills
Desirable
·1 Knowledge and understanding of social protection policies and programmes;
·2 Working knowledge of French

Application Process
Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail to: recruit@idp-ea.com,
together with the latest copy of CV, day time telephone number and details of their current remuneration on or before Friday 29th October 2010. To View this opportunity or upload your CV, visit our website on:
http://www.idp-ea.com/featured-jobs/