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Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Social worker job in Kenya

The Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre seeks to recruit suitable persons to fill the following positions:

Social worker

    * A Diploma or higher in social work.
    * Keen interviewing and assessment skills, & able to keep patient confidentiality
    * 2 years of social work experience in a medical setting and/or work with children is preferred.
    * Knowledge of Social work processes with skills in counseling, case work, group work and community organization.
    * Born again Christian is an added advantage

If you meet these requirements, submit your application together with a detailed CV including your current remuneration, copies of relevant certificates, names and contacts of 3 referees and a daytime telephone to reach the undersigned not later than 23rd December 2010.

Human Resource
Lighthouse for Christ Eye Centre
P.O Box 81465-80100
Mombasa

Email: lighthouse@lighteyecentre.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Social Impact M&E Specialist Job in Kenya

Background:
Social Impact (SI) is an Arlington based international development management consulting firm. We provide a full range of innovative management consulting, technical assistance, and training services to strengthen international development programs, organizations and policies.

We provide services globally in the areas of democracy and governance, health and education, agriculture, the environment, and economic growth.

Objective:
SI is seeking experienced monitoring and evaluation personnel to support an anticipated USAID AIDS, Population, and Health activity in Nairobi, Kenya.

The project aims to work with the Government of Kenya and local implementing partners to expand the availability of quality, sustainable, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis prevention, treatment, care and support, along with integrated reproductive health and family planning services.

In addition to increasing access to the use of services, the project also promotes healthy behaviors among the most at-risk Kenyans.

Job Description for the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist:
Refine and implement the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP), including data collection;
Indicator selection related to health activities;
Survey design related to health activities;
Data collection for performance indicators;
Coach project team members on PMP use and associated data collection and reporting;
Train implementing partners on their role in M&E, e.g. tracking and reporting of relevant indicators;
Exercise quality control on surveys, other data collection efforts; and
Supervise/prepare evaluation report updates.
Qualifications
Minimum 5-7 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of donor-funded health improvement projects;
Experience developing or applying indicators of complex political, economic, and/or social change
Experience in data collection;
M.A. or M.S. degree in related field such as statistics, quantitative methods, political science;
Strong team working and client relationship skills;
Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise technical documents;
Demonstrated familiarity with research methods, statistics, and statistical software (SPSS or similar).
Previous USAID experience highly desirable.
Location and Duration:

This assignment will be full time for three years (with possibility for extension) based in Nairobi, Kenya.

How to apply

Email CV and cover letter to recruit@socialimpact.com

Closing date: 03 Dec 2010

Please refer to “Kenya- M&E Specialist” in the subject line.

Only finalists will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please.

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Social Research Part Time Field Workers Jobs in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda

Persons are required by the leading market and social research company in Kenya / Tanzania / Uganda to conduct occasional interviewing / enumerating work in the following towns:-

Kenya

1. Machakos
2. Kitui
3. Embu
4. Bungoma
5. Busia
6. Malindi
7. Voi
8. Taveta
9. Kitale
10. Homabay
11. Siaya
12. Bondo
13. Kericho
14. Karatina
15. Naivasha
16. Muranga

Tanzania

1. Morogoro
2. Shinyanga
3. Kigoma
4. Bukoba
5. Kilimanjaro
6. Tanga
7. Zanzibar

Uganda

1. Jinja
2. Iganga
3. Mbale
4. Kabale
5. Soroti
6. Hoima
7. Masindi
8. Mubende
9. Mityana
10. Masaka
11. Kasese
12. Kabarole
13. Arua

The work involved interviewing individuals in your area according to specifications and training you will be provided with.

You will work on some interesting market and social research projects and learn a lot about your local culture and people.

Payment is by the day or by the interview, but is on average Kshs 475 per day including bonus. This would be subject to income tax if you are liable to pay it.

This would suit in particular people who are already employed (for example in teaching, civil service or other areas) looking for work in the evening and weekends, or someone who is retired or a housewife.

Note that the work is only occasional and so would not suit someone looking for full time employment. We are particularly looking for mature people and ideally the person should be aged over 30 or the older the better. The job is open to both men and women. Applicants must have a personal mobile phone number. You must be able to speak the local language of your area of residence and fluent English and Swahili (Kenya and Tanzania).

Full training would be provided, once trained, we expect you to be available for at least 1 year for occasional work and to be very flexible about working at weekends and in the evenings.

Please send your email to e.Kenya@research-int.com

or post to PO Box 72951-00200,Nairobi, Kenya.

With a summary of your current status (working, what you are doing, retired etc), your age, your educational level and any experience you have that may be relevant. Please provide a mobile phone number so that we can call you for interview.

Friday, November 5, 2010

Fred Hollows Foundation Eastern Africa Job

Ref PM 11/2010

The Fred Hollows Eastern Africa (FHEA) is an International non governmental organization working in partnership with the Ministries of Health and strategic partners in the Eastern African Countries.
FHEA is implementing a five year strategic plan aimed at improving eye health in Eastern Africa through Human Resource Development, Infrastructure Development, Improved Technology, Disease Control, Primary Health Care and Community Participation in eye health programs in the region.
FHEA is seeking to engage a high calibre, dynamic and results oriented professional of high integrity to join the team and grow with it as the Program Manager responsible for our programs in Kenya and Tanzania.
Reporting to the Regional Manager; Eastern Africa, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, management and support of high quality and cost effective programs which will achieve the objectives of the Foundation’s Strategic Plan.

Key responsibilities:
* Overseeing the development of strong in country program partnerships, co-ordination and management of programs in Kenya and Tanzania
* Supporting partners in the identification, development, monitoring and the evaluation of programs
* Developing and managing the respective country program budgets
* Representing FHEA in meetings and negotiating agreements with respective government ministries and partner institutions
* Ensuring that individual projects are planned and designed based on sound evidence and on principles of best practice, and implemented according to the approved budgets
* Identifying new areas for program growth and development.
* Working with partner organizations to identify issues that require advocacy interventions and facilitate necessary linkages and networks to support avoidable blindness prevention programs

Key requirements:
* The Ideal candidate, a Kenyan national will hold a Masters Degree or equivalent in Social sciences, International development studies, Public Health or other related field.
* A minimum of five years working experience in an NGO environment is required as are the basic skills in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
* He/She will offer knowledge, skills and experience in the areas of primary health care, advocacy, partnerships, social research and impact assessment.
* Be a person of high integrity who possess good interpersonal, planning, organizational, report writing, team building and computer skills.
There will be frequent travels to the field and the position will attract a competitive package.
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit a one page statement to support your candidature, a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts and at least two references, one of whom should have been/or is your line manager.
Due no later than close of business on the 19th November 2010.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Apply to:
The Administrative Assistant
Fred Hollows Foundation Eastern Africa
P.O Box 8683-00200
Nairobi
Or Email address: fredhollows-ea@hollows.or.ke

GIBB Africa Environmentalist and Sociologist / Socio-Economist Jobs in Kenya

GIBB Africa Ltd seeks to recruit suitable candidates for the following positions:

Senior Environmentalist
Responsibilities
Preparation of bids;
Investigations / Assessments / Audits in accordance with the project brief;
All administrative tasks associated with assigned projects, including all reporting on project progress.
Seeking and developing opportunities, in regard to Environmental Impact Assessments, Audits, Strategic Environmental Assessments, Occupational Health and Safety Assessments, environmental certification, donor-funded environmental programmes and similar projects.
Ensuring appropriate professional and technical standards and practices and effective Quality Assurance.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
B.Sc and M.Sc Degree (Environmental Studies) or equivalent preferred.
Registered with NEMA as a lead expert.
Working Experience
At least 10 years of progressive experience in preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments and Audits
Senior Sociologist / Socio-Economist

Responsibilities
Preparation of bids;
Investigations / Assessments / Audits in accordance with the project brief;
All administrative tasks associated with assigned projects, including all reporting on project progress.
Seeking and developing opportunities, in regard to Social Impact Assessments, Socio-economic surveys, Resettlement Action Plans, community development programs, donor-funded environmental programs and similar projects.
Ensuring appropriate professional and technical standards and practices and effective Quality Assurance.
Academic and Professional Qualifications
B.A and M.A Degree (Sociology / Economics) or equivalent preferred
Working Experience
At least 10 years of progressive experience in preparation of Social Impact Assessments, Socio-economic surveys and Resettlement Action Plans.
Candidates for the above positions should have the following key competencies:
Demonstrated ability to serve as a technically responsible specialist in their respective field
Ability to prioritize, plan, program, manage, delegate and monitor work programs of project teams.
Highly motivated with personal initiative and willingness to accept a wide range of managerial responsibilities.
Excellent writing and oral skills, including ability to present concise written and oral reports.
Good social and interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary working environment.
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the job will be offered to the successful candidates.

Interested candidates should send their applications (indicating the position applying for) by post or hand delivery, enclosing copies of academic and professional certificates, copies of reference letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, their address, telephone and email contact, on or before 19 November 2010.

The applications should be addressed to:

Human Resources Manager
GIBB Africa Limited
5th Floor, Office of the Prime Minister’s Building, Harambee Avenue
P O Box 30020-00100 Nairobi

Or Email: hr@gibbafrica.com

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Community Healthy Mainstreaming Facilitator - Baraka Agricultural College

Baraka Agricultural College
Promoting Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development in Eastern Africa
Applications are invited for the position of Community Healthy Mainstreaming Facilitator at Baraka Agricultural College.

Job summary
The Community Healthy Mainstreaming Officer will support Community and HIV/AIDS units by promoting community curative and preventive health activities in liaison with the college Programmes, College Social Workers, Health Referral Centers to ensure quality health to the target communities in the areas of operations and facilitating training among adult learners in relevant areas.

Qualifications

* Hold at least a Higher Diploma/ Degree; preferably in Social Science with a bias to Sociology and Social Work or in any other related discipline
* Demonstrated community involvement related to Public Health and advocacy, is highly desirable.
* Desire to see effective facilitation to those affected by poor health.
* Ensure a safe and a healthy environment around communities of actions

Other competencies

* Basic HIV/AIDS counseling knowledge and skills
* Good communication skills and facilitation skills
* Ability to conduct needs assessment on information and documentation
* Organizational skills and networking skills
* Must be innovative and result oriented
* Ability to work under minimum supervision

How to Apply

Include in your application a one A4 page write up application; demonstration of how you meet the requirements and a detailed CV.

Send your application and CV to the Principal using the contacts above or e-mail not later than 30th October, 2010. Indicate your cell phone number.

Baraka Agricultural College is an equal opportunity employer and; only the short listed applicants will be contacted.

The Principal, Baraka Agricultural College
P.O Box 52 –20106 Molo,
Tel: 020-2013400 Office;
Mobile: 0725 -777421
OR email application to baraka@sustainableag.org

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Safety and Security Manager.

Save the Children UK Kenya Programme has Area offices in Dadaab, Wajir, Mandera and Eldoret with Programmes in Child Protection, Health, Nutrition, and Livelihoods.

We are seeking to fill the position of Safety and Security Manager.

* Ensure that all Save the Children UK Kenya programme activities and locations are assessed and monitored relative to their impact on staff safety and security, make recommendations on protocols and practices to reduce staff risk and vulnerability.
* Spearhead the revision of Safety and Security Guidelines for all operational areas in accordance with Save the Children UK global security policy & guidelines.
* Develop a standardised security training method and provide training for all staff in safety and security related subjects ensuring that policy and guidelines are understood and are being adopted and implemented across the programme.
* Ensure the contingency plans for Evacuation, Relocation, Hibernation, and Medical Evacuation are in place, disseminated and adopted amongst staff.
* Research and analyse security-related information from a variety of local and international media sources, GoK district offices, the UN and other INGOs in order to produce a formal weekly security update.
* Ensure systems are in place to instantly respond to a crisis management situation by working with the country programme Crisis Management team.
* Proactively share information with staff in Nairobi and in the Area offices ensuring high security awareness levels.
* Serve as a key resource to Save the Children/Alliance partners in times of emergencies, such as natural or manmade disasters.

* A minimum of an academic degree/qualification in advanced security management with either Military or Police work experience up to the level of Captain OR Inspector respectively.
* A minimum of two years experience in an International NGO in a complex and insecure project environment; Knowledge of personnel and organisational security issues, threat/risk assessment, security management and security awareness in an insecure environment.
* Ability to accurately read and navigate using 1:50000 maps, and plot GPS coordinates.
* Experience of incident reporting, incident mapping, intelligence collation and analysis functions, set up and execution of an incident warning system (warden system), compilation of security reports and assessments.
* Technical competency and training experience in field based communications systems.
* Sound knowledge of humanitarian principles of impartiality and neutrality as outlined in the Humanitarian Charter and the International Red Cross Code of Conduct.
* Excellent communication and facilitation skills
If you meet the above requirements, please send your detailed CV together with a cover letter and current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed

Head of Human Resources
Save the Children UK, Kenya Programme

Monday, October 4, 2010

Kenya National Highways Authority Job Vacancies

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), a parastatal currently in category PC 3A was set up under the Roads Act, 2007 and charged with the mandate to manage, develop, rehabilitate and maintain national roads and is an equal opportunity employer.

In order to carry out this mandate effectively, the Authority is seeking for dedicated, passionate and highly- driven individuals, who are able to demonstrate strong analytical skills, are result oriented, excellent time managers and team players to fill the vacancies below and join our team and help transform the Kenyan economy through provision of good roads.

Head of Internal Audit
Grade 8
1 Position
Ref: HR/IA/001

Reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board functionally and administratively to the Director General, the holder’s key responsibilities will include the following:

* Establishing and operating an efficient Internal Audit Section.
* Ensuring that the Internal Audit systems, procedures and guidelines are prepared for approval by the Director
* General and the Audit Committee of the Board.
* Preparing working programmes for the function to ensure that audits are planned and well managed.
* Ensuring that internal controls are reviewed and documented on their effectiveness and adequacy and where there are weaknesses, recommendations made for improvement.
* Ensuring that the accounting, administration and other operations comply with KeNHA’s management policies.
* Preparing and submitting audit reports to the Director General and the Audit Committee of the Board.
* Liaising with the Controller & Auditor General and ensuring follow up on the process of implementation of Internal and external audit recommendations.
* Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Director General and the Audit Committee of the Board.

Job Specification

* University degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
* A Post graduate degree in a business related discipline will be an added advantage
* Be a CPA (K) or its acceptable equivalent and either CISA or CFE or CIA
* Must have a minimum of 1 0 years relevant experience, 5 of which must be at senior management in auditing and finance
* Must have an analytical mind with proven managerial and leadership skills
* Working ICT knowledge in accounting systems with proficiency in CAATs
* Must be a team player
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Senior Legal Officer
Grade 7
1 Position
Ref: HR/LCA/001

Duties and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of Legal & Corporate Affairs, the holder will be responsible for:

* Provision of legal advice to the Authority.
* Assisting in ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
* Reviewing, advising and making recommendations on new legislation, subsidiary legislation, rules and regulations.
* Provision of legal opinions on various matters arising from the Departments/Sections of the Authority.
* Carrying out research and review of existing laws that impact on the Authority’s core functions.
* Drafting and review of contracts, leases and other conveyance documents.
* Monitoring of legal and regulatory compliance
* Providing necessary support in preparation for Board Matters.

Job Specification

* Be a holder of Bachelor Degree in Law (Upper Second Class Honours) from a recognized University
* A Post Graduate Diploma in Law.
* Have a minimum of seven (7) years relevant experience three (3) of which must have been obtained from a Corporate Legal Department.
* Certified Public Secretary (CPS) (K).
* Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
* Working knowledge in ICT.
* Must be a team player, able to work under minimum supervision, handle complex projects, prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise judgment and make decisions to promote smooth workflow.

Systems Administrator
Grade 7
1 Position
Ref: HR/ICT/001

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of ICT, the holder will be responsible for

* Assisting in identification, implementation, and execution of information technology requirements in the Authority.
* Coordinating ICT based functions and opportunities towards improving the quality and effectiveness of the ICT requirements.
* Assisting in align ICT functions to meet supply and value chain objectives of the activities within the Intranet and Extranet technologies covering Financials, Engineering (Planning, Design, Archives, GIS, Road Maps Inventory), warehousing, HR, Audit, Legal and Logistics.
* Management and administration of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and data throughput at HQ and Regions countrywide.
* Executing assigned ICT training needs and proposing necessary training for users and technical staff to effectively and efficiently meet emerging challenges within the Authority.
* Maintaining an up-to-date Hardware, Software and allied Accessories inventory
* Administration of the Information Resource Centre Unit within ICT
* Troubleshooting and fixing malfunctions, faults and errors within the LAN and WAN and monitoring inbound/outbound portals of the Authority
* Troubleshooting and Repair of Computer Hardware, Telephony System, Allied Accessories (Printers, Scanners, UPSs, Phones)
* Installation and deployment of relevant application and program Software for the Authority
* Maintaining and ensuring secure ICT environment within the Authority
* Ensuring Internet and LAN Security to protect data and ICT resources
* Managing an on-line electronic library
* Maintaining regular Data and Information backups
* Performing Systems Analysis and Ad-Hoc Programming to meet periodical needs within the Authority.
* Any other duties as may be delegated by Head of ICT

Job Specification

* First Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or recognized equivalent
* Professional Certification in I CCNA and RHCE
* At least 7 years overall experience in an ICT busy environment with extensive LAN,WiFi and WAN coverage.
* Knowledge of LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VoIP and 3G Mobile integration
* Experience in troubleshooting and configuration of LAN, Routers, WiFi, Access Terminals
* In-depth knowledge of installation and configuration of Windows 2003/2008 Enterprise, Active Directory and . Windows 2007 Exchange Server.
* Knowledge of Geographical information Systems (GIS) will be an added advantage
* Extensive hands-on and understanding of Microsoft SQL or Oracle DBA architecture and administration
* Extensive (in-dept) knowledge of popular ERPs
* A team Player with ability to work anywhere in the Country and flexibility to travel to sites across the Authority’s ICT sites

Senior Engineer (Roads)
Grade 7
5 Positions
Ref: HR/TECH/001

Duties and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager (Roads), the Senior Engineer (Roads) will be responsible for:

* Undertaking planning, designing, construction and maintenance of road projects to the standards and specifications.
* Preparing appropriate tender documentation of road projects.
* Preparing procurement plans for road development projects.
* Assisting in preparation of annual road works programme for development.
* Assisting in coordinating, planning, design, construction and maintenance activities.
* Ensuring road construction projects are executed in accordance with the standards and specifications.
* Performing any other duties assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

* A Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
* Registered Engineer with Engineers Registration Board.
* Be a member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (MIEK).
* A minimum of five (5) years post registration experience, three of which should be in planning, design, construction, maintenance or carrying out duties in quality assurance of roads.
* Demonstrable knowledge of planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads.
* Good communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage staff and provide good leadership.
* Working ICT knowledge for road planning and management systems.

Engineer (Roads)
Grade 6
16 Positions
Ref: HR/TECH/002

Duties and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Senior Engineer (Roads), an Engineer (Roads) will be responsible for:

* Undertaking planning, design, construction and maintenance of road projects to standards and specifications.
* Preparing appropriate tender documentation of road projects.
* Preparing of procurement plans for road development projects.
* Assisting in preparation of annual road works programme for development.
* Ensuring road construction projects are executed in accordance with the standards and specifications.
* Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

* Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
* Registerable with Engineers Registration Board.
* Graduate Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya.
* A minimum of three (3) years experience in planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads.
* General knowledge of public procurement systems and processes as used by Government of Kenya.
* Demonstrable knowledge of planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads.
* Good communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
* Working ICT knowledge for road planning and management systems.

Assistant Engineer (Roads)
Grade 5
12 Positions
Ref: HR/TECH/003

Duties and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Engineer (Roads),the Assistant Engineer (Roads) will be responsible for:

* Assisting in carrying out planning, design, construction and maintenance of roads activities.
* Performing any other duties assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

* A Degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
* Registered Graduate Engineer with Engineers Registration Board.
* Graduate member with Institution of Engineers of Kenya.
* A minimum of one (1) year experience in the road sector.

Senior Sociologist
Grade 7
1 Position
Ref: HR/PE/001

Duties and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager (Environment & Social Interests), the Senior Sociologist will be responsible for:

* Undertaking social impact studies independently as part of the road design and tender documentation process and preparation of appropriate social management plans.
* Designing, implementing and tracking progress on social performance systems with a view to ensuring compliance with corporate standards.
* Conducting social reviews of the Authority’s projects and supervising new portfolio investments.
* Providing technical and advisory support to road sector stakeholders towards achieving positive and sustainable development outcomes including mobilization of support from donor funded programmes.
* Reviewing relevant Authority contracts to ensure provisions related to social provisions have been incorporated.
* Advising and recommending scenarios that will optimize on community benefits on the basis of assessments and surveys.
* Preparing terms of reference for the social surveys and facilitating implementation of related recommendations.
* Liaising with relevant staff/communication specialists and other stakeholders in the dissemination of public information relating to the Authority’s road projects.
* Establishing linkages with consultants and other stakeholders on social matters for mutual benefit of the Authority.
* In liaison with the Human resource management function in the Authority, coordination of implementation of HIV/AIDS interventions to ensure appropriate mainstreaming of HIV/AIDS into roads projects.
* In liaison with the Human resource management function in the Authority, Coordination of gender mainstreaming in road design with emphasis on equal employment opportunities for both men and women.
* Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

* Bachelor degree in Sociology, Social Work/Social Sciences or equivalent degree from a recognized University.
* Post Graduate Training in Social Work/Community Development or related studies.
* Minimum of Seven (7) years overall experience, two of which should be in the area of HIV/AIDS interventions, and experience in work related to Donor Funded Projects will be an added advantage.
* Previous work experience in environmental & social impact assessment will be an added advantage.
* Good IT User skills.
* Good interpersonal & communication skills.

Senior GIS Assistant
Grade 4
1 Position
Ref: HR/PE/003

Duties and responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager (Survey), the Senior GIS Assistant will be responsible for:

* Designing, developing, managing and updating a computerized GIS database for the organization using appropriate software, including field data gathering.
* Overseeing the production, collection, interpretation, maintenance and dissemination of maps.
* Managing operation of GIS equipment, software, data and products.
* Offer training and support to users of GIS data within the organization.
* Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

* Diploma in GIS, or Surveying/Cartography with certificate training in GIS.
* At least three years working experience involving the use of GIS in engineering survey or related works.
* Strong practical experience in using GIS software packages e.g. ArcView, Arclnfo, ERDAS Imagine etc in addition to
* working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and CAD based softwares. Ability to use image processing softwares.
* Fundamental knowledge and skill in the operation of GlS equipment, including computer
hardware, plotter/printer setup, GPS etc.
* Must be able to accurately capture, manipulate, interpret and present data in a format that is readily usable and . understood by management for guidance in decision making.
* In addition to having excellent organizational skills, pays keen attention to precision and detail.
* A proven team player with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, associates, government officials and the general public.

Candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their applications together with their up to date CVs including details of their day time contacts, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment where successful, names and contacts of three referees, while at the same time attaching copies of all certificates/testimonials and copies of IDs and be hand delivered or mailed so as to reach the Director General at the Address below not later than 15th October 201 0.

All envelops/applications should have the respect job reference no. clearly marked.

KeNHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lack of inclusion of all copies of documentation/details as sought for or any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted

The Director General,
Kenya National Highways Authority
Blue Shield Towers, 9th floor, Hospital Hill Road
P.O. Box 49712-00100, Nairobi.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Regional Food Security and Livelihoods Advisor – Save the Children UK Job Vacancy

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent child rights organisation. We’re outraged that millions of children are still denied proper healthcare, food, education and protection and we’re determined to change this.
Closing date: 23 Sep 2010
Location: Kenya – Nairobi
Job purpose
The post-holder will oversee and provide technical and strategic assistance to food security / livelihood programme activities in priority country programmes; including Ethiopia, Kenya, southern Sudan and Zimbabwe. This new post will play a critical role in raising new institutional funds (increasing our potential to resource the single and multi-country funding currently being made available (by EC, ECHO, WFP and DFID amongst others) and supporting the delivery of quality programme implementation, though sustained quality technical advice. The post-holder will be a credible and authoritative voice in regional policy, situation analysis and response discussions.
The Post-holder will work closely with food security and livelihood advisors, nutritionists and programme managers from across country programmes in East and Southern Africa, the Hunger Reduction Team in London and other managers in the East & Southern Africa Regional Office as well as Save the Children Alliance colleagues in the sector.
Key Accountabilities
Fundraising (40%)
  • Research and provide intelligence to country programmes and Head Office on regional funding trends and opportunities relating to Hunger (food security, livelihoods and nutrition).
  • Provide support to the technical development of funding proposals – ensuring proposals are based upon quality needs assessments, demonstrate a sound understanding of the causes of malnutrition and are in-line with Save the Children agreed Hunger Reduction frameworks.
  • Lead on proposal writing for multi-country/regional food security, livelihoods and nutrition programmes in close coordination with country teams.
  • Work with regional / country teams to ensure that 80% of post costs are recovered from grants secured.
Technical support, assessment and overview (35%)
  • Provide technical support for specific programmes to ensure good quality implementation for beneficiaries and donors, organisational learning and contribution to broader policy analysis on what works.
  • Maintain an overview of food security, livelihoods and nutrition issues affecting children in the East Africa, monitoring trends in the external environment.
  • Communicate common frameworks and guidance to country programmes to ensure high quality operations, fundraising and advocacy through field visits, advice on request, covering the application and integration of different approaches (nutrition surveys, household economy / Cost of Diet analyses, etc)
  • Support innovative research, documentation and dissemination to tackle underlying causes of malnutrition
Advocacy / networking (15%)
  • Develop and maintain good relations and partnerships with all key stakeholders related to food security and livelihoods work in East Africa. (e.g. FSNWG, FAO, other NGOs, WFP, EU, AU, DFID… )
  • Lead in networking and advocacy, articulating Save the Children’s position and strategy in regional forums and meetings. Engage in key debates in coordination with other Save the Children staff. Host events highlighting Save the Children’s work on Hunger in the region.
  • Support country level advocacy led by country teams where possible, informing them of the debates, Save the Children position and ensuring consistent, credible and strategic messaging.
  • Contribute to global advocacy strategies on food security, nutrition and livelihoods.
  • Write and contribute to policy reports and briefings for external audiences
Coordination (10%)
  • Coordinate and liaise between Save the Children country programmes, ensuring consistency of approach, common understanding, identification of capacity gaps and technical support needs
  • Liaise with Save the Children regional and/or head office technical advisers to ensure that programmes and advocacy are consistent with relevant organisational strategies and priorities
Working contacts
External: Significant liaison with government officials in relevant departments at national and regional levels; liaison with donor representatives; liaison with other NGOs, UN agencies, humanitarian and development bodies. Significant networking with relevant stakeholders to advance advocacy aims and objectives.
Internal: Collaboration and coordination with technical advisers and food security, nutrition and livelihoods managers in respective country programmes. The Regional Food Security and Livelihoods Adviser is also responsible for communicating and coordinating with head office policy and technical teams and provide input to global advocacy strategies and policy formulation.
Person specification
Essential
  • Substantial operational experience and a track record of success in delivering high quality food security, nutrition and livelihoods response programmes in emergency and development contexts
  • Track record of success in donor liaison, successful proposal development and grant management
  • Fluency in spoken English is essential with highly developed English writing skills
  • Strong analytical capacity and understanding of food security and nutrition analytical methods
  • Proven conceptual skills and an ability to think and plan strategically
  • Strong communication skills at a level appropriate for high-level external representation
  • Proven advocacy skills and experience
  • Sound understanding of and commitment to Save the Children generic programming approaches
  • Ability to travel at short notice, occasionally to remote and insecure locations, for up to 40% of work time
Desirable
  • Experience in nutrition (and/or nutrition information systems) and an understanding of the complex and inter-related causes of under nutrition
  • Experience in working in an advisory role, with the capacity to influence multi-cultural teams at varying levels
  • Experience with Household Economy Approach, Cost of Diet and possible uses
  • Experience in programming safety nets, such as cash-based programmes
  • Experience working to improve early warning systems including the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification
  • Experience of working in the East Africa region
  • Knowledge of regional food security institutions
  • An academic/professional qualification at post graduate level or equivalent in nutrition, economics, rural development, development studies or related subject
  • Knowledge/experience of Save the Children
  • Ability to speak French, and/or Kiswahili.
How to apply
For a full job description and details of how to apply please visit: http://www.savethechildren.org.uk/en/jobs.htm

Monday, September 13, 2010

ANPPCAN - Programme Coordinator

ANPPCAN Head Office is looking for a Programme Coordinator for Rights for Deaf Children and their Families Project.  The position requires the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Overall in charge of project activities in the 6 districts
  • Day to day management of the project
  • Monitoring and supervision of all project activities
  • Ensuring that the project activities are implemented on time
  • Work closely with the stakeholders in the 6 districts.  Such stakeholders include:
    • Ministry of Education at the national level
    • Education Assessment and Resource Centres of the Ministry of Education at the district level
    • Relevant stakeholders e.g. NGOs, CBOs and FBOs
    • Relevant government departments
  • Ensuring that the project meets its originally intended goal and outputs
  • Representing the work of the programme to interested parties
  • Providing timely narrative and financial reports to the donor through the Director of Programmes at ANPPCAN
  • Identify other issues affecting deaf children to be further addressed

Requirements
  • Be a graduate of Social Sciences from a recognized University
  • Project management experience of not less than 2 years
  • Knowledge of sign language
  • Ability to coordinate, liaise and negotiate
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Self driven with capacity to mobilize and motivate groups
  • Computer literate with proven knowledge on use of several packages e.g. MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
  • Experience of working in the children sector will be an added advantage
  • Must be not less than 28 years old and possess a driving licence


Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications enclosing detailed CVs, names of three referees and daytime telephone contacts to: regional@anppcan.org. To reach us not later than 24 September, 2010.
N/B: Only short listed applicants shall be contacted.

ANPPCAN is a pan-African child rights organization concerned with the status of children in general, and, in particular, those in need of protection.  It is registered in Kenya as an international NGO where it has its headquarters.  ANPPCAN has observer status with the African Union (AU) and the African Commission on Human and Peoples Rights based in Banjul, Gambia.
Vision: A continent where children are free from all forms of maltreatment
Mission: To enhance, in partnership with others, the prevention and protection
                 of children from all forms of maltreatment, thus, ensuring that the
                 rights of children are realized. 
Core Values
  • Respect for Child Rights
  • Equity and Equality
  • Collaboration and partnerships
  • Professionalism

OUTREACH WORKERS - 4 (people with nursing background welcome for this position)

Medecins du Monde, thereafter MdM, is an international NGO working on HIV/AIDS development projects in Tanzania since _ 1992. It is currently planning a program in Temeke District focused on Harm Reduction for Injecting Drug Users (IDUs).

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• To perform outreach work

• To define with the Program Coordinator target places and periods of intervention

• To make contact with IOU

• To provide counselling on drug related issues

• To propose, with IOU's agreement, medical and social support provided on site or in Drop in centre

• To collect anonymous data for recording how many injectors access the service, number of visits, number of syringes and needles given out and recovered for safe disposal

• To participate in report writing by collecting appropriate data

• To bring back and destroy, in a safety way for everybody, used syringes and needles

• To assist and to take part in training in order to improve the quality of the job

• To realize interviews with the beneficiaries (with non-judgement attitude, confidentiality and respect of th9 practices)

• To give information about HIV, Hepatitis C and drugs

• To find promoters on the field

• To perform trainings on HR

• To accompany beneficiaries when needed to health institution

• To participate in weekly team meeting and other supervision meetings

• Staying informed and well -trained in the field of drug addiction and harm reduction

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Title: Social Studies. Nursing.

• Experience in social work (2 years)

• Experience in outreach work (2 years)

• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS

• Involvement in CSO appreciated

• Knowledge in the field of Human Rights desirable

• Ability to work in English

• Ability to follow strict security rules

• Ability to establish trust and communicate effectively with active drug users

• Appropriate skills and knowledge of local resources likely to be of interest to the drug using population

• Organizational skills, accurate recordkeeping, successful networking with groups of individuals at risk

• Ability to recognize and maintain appropriate personal boundaries

• Able to work in the natural environment of drug users and within service settings, both formally and informally

• Know how to obtain and provide referrals to a comprehensive range of community services and facilities

• Calm, sense of humor, real team-player

DURATION OF APPOINTMENT:

The successful candidates will sign a 12 months contract, with an initial probation period of 3 months.

APPLICATION:

Applications with CV, copies of diploma and degrees, reference contacts and contact phone should reach to the next address before 15th of July 2009:

P.O. Box 105948, Dar es Salaam e-mail: mdmf_tz@yahoo.fr

The application must include the title of the post

Only short list of candidates will receive further notifications and will have to undergo an oral interview. Applications not contacted are consider as not selected.

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Save the Children Area Programme Manager – Puntland

Job Title: Area Programme Manager – Puntland
Duty Station: Garowe with frequent travel to Project areas
Reports to: Regional Manager – North
Line Management responsibility: Project Managers and Field support Staff.
Budget Responsibility: As Budget holder, overall responsible for the coordination, monitoring and timely reporting of budget allocated to the Puntland and to programmes run from the office
Grade: 3.1. (international Contract) – GBP 29,078 per annum
Contract Length: 12 months
Introduction
Save the Children has a long history of engagement in Somalia stretching as far back as 1954. In more recent times (since 1992) Save the Children UK has maintained an operational office in Hiran Region in what is now called as the Central South Zone of Somalia and since 2000, both Save the Children Denmark and UK have been working in what is now the self proclaimed republic of Somaliland.
In response to the Tsunami that hit the coast of Puntland in 2004 Save the Children UK established an office in Puntland State and continued to undertake programmes from this office while Save the Children Denmark in Puntland worked through partners. In the past two years Save the Children Finland has been supporting both Save the Children Denmark and UK with funding.
The programmes previously being run or supported separately by Save the Children Denmark, Finland and United Kingdom have followed the global initiative of the Save the Children Alliance and unified as from January 2010 with Save the Children UK as the managing member.
This had increased significantly the work carried out in Somalia/Somaliland led to a much larger and complex single programme.
The security situation in CSS remains extremely serious while in Puntland, although there is no open conflict, criminal incidents, and in particular kidnapping, present a major threat to international staff. Currently rural areas of Puntland remain off-limits to senior international staff and this poses some challenges in providing supervision and monitoring field activities.
However the major towns of Puntland have been recently opened up to travel by international staff. Security in Somaliland has remained relatively good. Presidential elections have been conducted in late June and new government took office on the 27th of July 2010. It is this stability in Somaliland that has encouraged the unified programme to establish most of the national support functions of the programme in Hargeisa alongside the Somaliland operational team and field office support functions. The national support functions established in the Hargeisa office include finance, logistics, and human resources.
After the unification The Nairobi office continued to accommodate some key senior staff who are responsible  for fundraising, networking and advocacy activities but the expense of maintaining these staff demands that the number be kept to a minimum. Currently SC’s programmes in Centeral South Somalia (CSS), Puntland and Somaliland are managed by two regional managers responsible for CSS and Somaliland/Puntland programs.
The two regional managers report to the Deputy Country Director/Programme Director who is answerable to the Country Director.
Operationally the regional managers receive direct support from operational managers/units line managed by Country Director including Finance/Grants, Logistics, Human Resources and Emergency.
The programmes current run in Puntland include education (primary education and training of teachers), skills training and employment promotion services, emergency health and nutrition and integrated emergency child support. Some of the programmes are run through consortium of international organisations and other solely by Save the Children.
Job Purpose
The Area Programme Manager as the senior representative of Save the Children in Puntland is responsible for networking with other agencies and partners and government for coordinating all programme activities undertaken in Puntland. The role has responsibility for seeking opportunities for expanding our work for children in the area. The Manager will working with the Regional Manager – (Somaliland and Puntland) and other Country Leadership Team
members to ensure that the Puntland programme evolves in line with SC national and global priorities.
Key Accountabilities
1. Representation and Advocacy
  • Represent Save the Children in Puntland, network and maintain relationships with government authorities, donors and INGOs/NGOs and partners in Puntland
  • Ensure that government and NGO partners have clear understanding of Save the Children’s vision, mission, goals and guiding policies and strategies
2. Working with Partners and Providers
  • Participate in identification of potential partners within Puntland and in assessing their capacity to work with SC in our work with and for children.
  • Ensure that all new partners, suppliers and agents of any sort with whom SC might engage have been properly vetted according to SC’s procedures and requirements
  • Oversee that local implementing partners are discharging their responsibilities, live up to stipulations stated in the partnership agreement and take appropriate action
  • Ensure that all agreements with partners include a section of their agreement to abide by the SC Child Safeguarding policy.
  • Ensure that no agreements are signed with any partners or providers without the prior consent of the Regional Manager.
3. Program development, Planning, Co-ordination and Reporting
  • Take the overall responsibility in guiding and coordinating the program in Puntland Initiate and contribute to discussions on the formulation of new program ideas and assist in project proposal development ensuring that logistics, HR and financial considerations are taken fully into account.
  • Ensure that project managers working in Puntland keep strictly to donors’ and SC’s compliance requirements and in particular in relation to procurement, the management of assets secured though donor grants and in producing acceptable narrative and accurate financial reports in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that all programme activities are undertaken in a transparent manner particularly in the identification of partners and beneficiaries
  • Ensure that the quality of the programs/projects is maintained through an effective monitoring system and that accurate data and information documented and reported according to requirements.
  • Ensure that project reports are timely prepared and submitted using donor reporting requirements to the regional manager and program manager who will be responsible to review, compile and submit the reports to Country Office.
  • Submit to the regional manager internal monthly management reports on activities undertaken in the region
  • Maintain effective and smooth communications with key SC colleagues including finance, grants, managers as well as SC County Offices (Hargeisa and Nairobi) and technical advisors as required.
4. Financial, Budget and Property Management
  • In close collaboration with the Grant/Finance and Compliance Manager, ensure that all budgets (donors and SC’s own resources) provided through the Puntland office are managed in line with SC’s minimum standards and donor requirements.
  • In this to chair monthly finance meetings held on the prescribed date involving all budget holders operating from Puntland and the appropriate support staff , and that a report providing a detailed variance analysis of each budget is submitted to the Regional Manager and Finance and Grants Manager by the prescribed time.
  • Establish and maintain a two-way supportive relations between finance staff and budget holders through joint programme and financial progress monitoring; and establishing effective communication between them
  • Responsible for the safety and maintenance of all SC’s assets in Puntland ensuring that an up to date asset register is maintained and that the logistics officer provides the required monthly reports to the national logistics manager. All assets issued to staff must be recorded and recovered from staff upon termination of their employment.
  • Ensure the application of SC’s guidelines on procurement promote transparency and highlights that failure to adhere strictly to these, apart from causing a loss of funding through disallows from donors, is a serious disciplinary offence.
  • Ensure that effective financial control systems are in place to deter and avoid fraud and take actions to address suspected fraud immediately. Related to this to undertake at least one unannounced cash count in the present of the finance officer and logistician.
  • Ensure that project financial reports are prepared and submitted to the regional manager and finance/grants manager.
5. Leadership, HR Management and Development
  • Ensure that personnel policies and guidelines for national staff are adhered to in executing human resource management activities: recruitment, induction, placement, promotion, training/development and separation/termination
  • Promote a motivating working environment through teamwork approaches and ensure that staff members are regularly communicated on developments within SC through emails, updates, announcements and regular staff meetings
  • Ensure that all staff employed with Save the Children have contracts, hold an up to date copy of the terms and conditions of services and have access to a copy of the more detailed HR manual.
  • Ensure that all staff employed through the Puntland office have signed up to and adhere to the Save the Children Code of Conduct.
  • Ensure that the Puntland office clearly displays an up to date guideline to staff for reporting on breaches of the Code of Conduct and the Safeguarding Children policy.
  • Ensure that all other SC minimum standards are met and to strive towards maintaining the global human resources departments minimum standards in the “green” zone. Important amongst these is to ensure the bi annual performance review process is in place and that national technical managers (whether in programmes or support) review the technical performance of staff and that this is included in the assessment made of their performance by the Area Manager.
  • Support the HR/Admin Officer in Consolidating the Human Resource Training and development requirements of staff of the Puntland office and submit them to the Regional Manager
  • Confirm that all HR actions are consistent with the labour laws of the Puntland government. Ensure staff responsibilities are well-defined and understood; performance objectives are set against work plans and regularly monitored
  • To chair meetings of the senior management team, as constituted by the Regional Manager, that meets and discuss regularly on major program and administrative matters pertaining to the Puntland office and that the minutes of the same are shared with the Regional Manager. Ensure that female staff are adequately represented in this forum even if not senior managers and that they have been selected by the women staff within the office.
6. Administration
  • Oversee the introduction and application of appropriate administrative systems and procedures for office management, services, etc.
  • Ensure that clear and effective communication system and procedures are in place and are adhered to by all staff.
7. Security
  • Responsible for the security safety of all staff attached to the Puntland programme
  • Responsible for maintaining an up to date understanding and analysis of the political and security situation in Puntland and for reporting on this to the Regional Manager and Security Manager as requested or if any significant change occurs
  • Immediately communicate to the Regional Manager and the Security Manager all security incidents (as defined in the security guidelines) that affect Save the children – directly or indirectly
  • Take necessary measures to ensure the safety of all staff of SC in the region. This includes ensuring the adherence to SC’s security policies and guidelines and ensuring that plans are in place in the event of the need to close the office as a result of insecurity.
8. General statement of responsibility
  • Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child protection, the Code of Conduct, Health and safety, fraud, whistle blowing, equal opportunities and other relevant policies
  • Comply with the Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs) and other established policies, plans and procedures within the criteria set
  • Account for SC’s assets and interests and safeguard from loss arising from fraud, waste, weak administration and poor value for money
  • Ensure that all transactions that might have a financial consequence are legal and transparent, taking professional advice where appropriate
  • Perform other tasks as requested by his/her immediate supervisor.
Working Contacts
Internal: All members of the Puntland SMT and regional (north) SMT, all staff in the Puntland programme as well as support staff based in the Hargeisa or Nairobi Offices.
External: Appropriate government authorities/offices, partners and other stakeholders in Puntland.
Code of Conduct
Because Save the Children’s work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children’s rights and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children’s Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.
Person Specification
  • Degree or similar in the field of social sciences (development management, management, sociology, etc.) or related.
  • Substantial experience (at least eight years) in development and management of humanitarian and development programmes in conflict affected countries
  • Experience in the leadership/direction, development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of multi donor, multi-site field programmes, including direct management and supervisory experience.
  • Proven ability to develop and lead a high performing team.
  • Proven past experience in and understanding of at least two of SC’s core objectives of child protection, Health, education/training, and/or livelihoods.
  • A thorough understanding of children’s rights and of Child Rights programming.
  • Excellent written communications skills including proposal/report-writing and experience in representation.
  • Experience of working collaboratively with local and national government, with NGO partners and a commitment to working through systems of community participation.
  • Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s vision, mission, values and principles.
  • Flexible and able to cope with difficult and unsocial working conditions and able to travel up to 50 per-cent of the time. The working week in Somalia is 6 days.
Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.
Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org
Application Closing Date: Saturday 22nd September 2010, 15:00 pm
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and highly encourages women to apply.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Save the Children UK Kenya Programme Vacancies

We are the world’s leading independent children’s rights organisation. We are outraged that millions of children are still denied proper healthcare, food, education and protection and we are determined to change that.

Child Protection Officer, Team Leader
1 position based in Dadaab
3 month contract

Successfully initiate, oversee and support the implementation of child protection strategies and activities, coordinating the work of and providing guidance to the Community Child Protection Workers.

Person Specification

A Degree in social work/social sciences or equivalent with 3 years work experience in social work preferable in INGO, knowledge of community based child protection approaches, including experience in participatory approaches (PRA/PLA) and child protection methodologies. Fluent in English and Swahili.

Child Protection Paediatric Counsellors 
3 positions based in Dadaab
3 month contract)

Responsible for providing direct counselling Services for children identified/referred by BID (Best Interest Determination) and other partners, deliver capacity building training. Implement inter-camp coordination, monitoring and evaluation of activities as well as providing leadership and guidance to the Community Child Protection Workers.

Person Specification

A Degree in counselling, social work/social sciences or equivalent with 2 years work experience in Child Protection in INGO, experience in conducting child therapy especially for HIV/AIDs affected children with ability to use a variety of child counselling methodologies. Knowledge of Child Protection and HIV/AIDs issues in the Kenyan context, knowledge of international and national legislation and policies. Fluent in English and Swahili.

Child Protection Officer 
1 position based in Dadaab
3 month contract

Successfully oversee and support the implementation of Child Protection strategies, coordinate and provide guidance to the Community Child Protection Workers

Person Specification

A Degree in social work/social sciences or equivalent with 1 year work experience in social work preferable in INGO, experience in Facilitating community-based training arid awareness raising knowledge of Child rights and protection issues. Fluent in English and Swahili.

Child Protection Outreach Officer 
1 position based in Dadaab
3 month contract

Responsible for coordinating the work of and providing guidance to Community Child Protection workers, initiate, support and oversee the implementation of child protection strategies and activities especially in mobilization and sensitization work at camp level.

Person Specification

A Degree in social work/social sciences or equivalent with 1 year work experience in social work preferable in INGO, knowledge of community based child protection approaches, including experience in participatory approaches (PRA/PLA) and child participation methodologies. Fluent in English and Swahili.

Best Interest Determination (BID) Officer
1 position based in Dadaab
3 month contract

Successfully initiate, oversee and support the implementation of the BID Program, conduct and identity BID assessments with children in need for durable solutions.

Person Specification

A Degree in social work/social sciences or equivalent with 1 year work experience in social work preferable in INGO, experience in facilitating community-based training and awareness raising. knowledge of Child rights and protection issues. Fluent in English and Swahili.

Closing date for applications is 24th September 2010

Please send your detailed CV together with a cover letter and current contacts of three referees to the Head of Human Resources, Save the Children UK Kenya Programme to jobskenya@scuk.or.ke.

Quote the job title and location on the subject line.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Female Counselor Position - Tanzania

HOCET Secondary School is seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and  formally trained counselor for a full-time position to begin immediately  at its location in Shungubweni, Mkuranga.  Pay is competitive and based  on educational background and work experience.  Housing, food,  healthcare and transportation benefits are included.  Must have formal  training in counseling and at minimum a university degree.   Responsibilities include the following:
 

    * Provide counseling sessions to all female  students (~50) at least two times per week.
    * Provide advise and  support to female students on an as-needed basis.
    * Keep orderly,  up-to-date, and specific records of documentation for all counseling  sessions.
    * Maintain accurate student records of all girls' physical and  psychological health.
    * Assist with escorting students to the  clinic or hospital for medical attention on an as-needed basis.
    * Supervise  girls' dormitory and ensuring adherence to school policies concerning  conduct, cleanliness, and the school timetable.
    * Provide consultation and feedback to the HSS School Board of  Directors on the development of school policies, practices, and  procedures to support female academics, health, and overall wellness.
    * Provide  monthly reports to the HSS School Board of Directors on school  operations as they relate to female students' health, academics,  discipline, and personal wellness.
    * Provide workshop training on the fundamentals of counseling,  relationship-building, and the development of healthy, positive, and  productive adult-student relationships to HSS faculty and staff.
    * Report  any and all policy violations or other serious problems to the Head of  School in a timely manner.


To apply, please submit a CV and letter  of interest to Sydney Schaef at: info@kujali.org.

HOCET  Secondary School (HSS) is a private secondary boarding school for  orphaned and vulnerable youth that was co-founded in 2007 by US  non-profit Kujali International and Tanzanian NGO Hananasif Orphanage  Center (HOCET).  HSS's mission is to equip Tanzania's youth with the  tools, resources, and opportunities to overcome poverty, change their  own lives and become agents of change in their own communities. The  school founders, faculty and staff do not discriminate on the basis of  gender, ethnicity, religion, tribe, or other affiliation. We welcome all  interested parties to apply.  
 

Thank you for your interest.

Kujali  International & HOCET
info@kujali.org
contact: Sydney Schaef
tel:  +255.787.102.755

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