KEMRI Human Resource Officer Job Vacancy (Ksh 73,706)

Reference Number: HRO-9-10
Category: Human Resources

Salary: Ksh 73,706/-
Grade: 4.8

Location: Kilifi
Country: Kenya

Summary:

The post holder will be responsible in providing support to the Programme on resourcing and contract management, performance management process, employee learning and development requirements and management of HR databases so as to ensure the HR department delivers integrated services to employees streamline processes, and guarantee a diverse and skilled workforce meet the corporate business needs and requirements

Reporting Lines: Reports to the Head of Human Resources

Contract Duration: One (1) Year in the first Instance

Key Responsibilities:

Resourcing and Contract Management:

• Support the management of the Programme’s recruitment, selection and induction processes in the most efficient and cost-effective way;
• Ensure the legal and organizational procedures on recruitment, deployments and separation are adhered to
• Support the contract management process from recruitment, contract changes and separation processes.

Performance Management

• Ensuring the performance management process is implemented effectively throughout the Programme as per the management cycle.
• Building awareness of the Principal Investigators, Heads of Department and Line managers on performance management process;
• Initiating necessary systems to identify poor performers manage poor performance and facilitate timely feedback on poor performance

Learning & Development:

• Supporting the Programme’s training and development functions
• Identifying the learning and development requirements for the Programme’s non-scientific staff
• Sourcing appropriate external workshops/courses, identify external/internal resources and implement internal training programs to address staff learning requirements
• Working closely with the Head of Training in implementing training interventions in the Programme;
• Reviewing performance management process and tool while developing appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality through the performance management system
• Facilitating in house trainings where necessary

Employee Relations and Welfare:

• Handling all the staff welfare issues
• Assisting the Head of HR on staff association/representation issues
• Assisting the Head of HR on the review and updates on the staff handbook

Management of HR database:

• Supporting the maintenance of an up to date and comprehensive HR information database
• Ensuring completeness & accuracy of HR data in-line with payroll data
• Producing monthly HRIS reports.

Skills and Competence:

Post holder should:

• Have a first degree in social sciences and professional qualification in Human Resources Management.
• Have minimum five years progressively responsible experience in human resources management or related area especially in recruitment, performance management, learning and development.
• Excellent computing skills especially practical experience with HR Information Systems and other IT tools in Human Resources area will be an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal & communication/facilitating skills and be a team player
• Maintain confidentiality of HR records and information
• Be able to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Application Procedure

Visit the KEMRI Wellcome Trust careers page here to register and apply online for this vacancy

Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews.

The application closing date is 4th October, 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kenya Polytechnic Deans of Faculties Jobs in Kenya

The Kenya Polytechnic University College

A Constituent College of the University of Nairobi

Institutional Profile

The Kenya Polytechnic University College was established through the upgrading of the former Kenya Polytechnic in August 2007. The Kenya Polytechnic was established in 1961 as a tertiary institution to offer education and training in technological and vocational disciplines.

The Kenya Polytechnic University College is a constituent college of the University of Nairobi. The core of the mandate of the Kenya Polytechnic University College is to offer technical and vocational education and training (WET) at both the polytechnic and university levels. The college shall continue to offer programmes at the Diploma and certificate levels even as it expands its mandate to offer as well degree programmes.

The institution is thus in effect a ‘polytechnical university college’. The college currently has a student registration of some 8,700 students made up as 4,300 full-time students with 4,400 part-time students. The bulk of the students are pursuing programmes leading to the award of Diploma. The college admitted her first students on the degree programmes in January 2009.

Vacancies Re-Advertisement

The Kenya Polytechnic University College is seeking to recruit Deans of Faculties as follows:

1. Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (Ref/No. A D/0023/1 0)
2. Dean, Faculty of the Arts and Technology Studies (Ref/No. A D/0024/1 0)
3. Dean, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (Ref/No. A D/0025/1 0)

The Dean of Faculty is the academic and administrative head of the Faculty. The Dean shall, under the general direction of the Principal, be expected to provide general and strategic leadership to the Faculty and to this extent shall have overall responsibility for the direction, organisation, and administration of the programmes within the Faculty.

The Dean shall be expected to provide academic leadership in his/her area of specialization and shall be required to dedicate at least forty percent of his/her time to academic pursuits including teaching responsibilities.

The successful candidate shall thus be simultaneously appointed to the position of professor in the teaching Department of their field of specialisation within the university college, and should thus in addition be qualified to be appointed as such.

Candidates for this position shall be senior scholars with considerable experience in university teaching, research, and administration. They should posses an earned PhD degree or equivalent with experience of at least three years at the level of Chairman of Department in a university or an equivalent institution of higher learning.

The various Faculties of the University College are organised into the following academic units:

1. Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology

School of Health Sciences and Technology: biomedical sciences and technology, community and public health, healthcare and hospital services management, nutrition and dietetics, and pharmaceutical sciences and technology

School of Pure and Applied Sciences: biochemistry and biotechnology, biological science and technology, chemical science and technology, earth and environmental science, food science and technology, and technical and applied physics

School of Mathematics and Statistics: business and financial mathematics, engineering and technical mathematics, pure and applied mathematics, and statistics and computational mathematics.

2. Faculty of the Arts and Technology Studies

School of Business and Legal Studies: accounting and finance, business administration, economics and development studies, law and legal studies, management science and technology, and secretarial and office administration

School of Creative Arts and Technologies: design and creative media, fashion and textiles, journalism and mass communication, music and performing arts, and printing and media technology

School of Hospitality and Tourism Management: event and convention management, hotel and restaurant management, institutional catering and accommodation, and tourism and travel management

School of Social and Cultural Studies: language and communication studies, library and information studies, science and technology studies, and social and intercultural studies

3. Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

School of Architecture and the Built Environment: architecture and environmental design, building science and technology, construction economics and management, land and infrastructure management, real estate and property management, spatial planning design

School of Engineering Science and Technology: aeronautical and aviation engineering, chemical and process engineering, civil and environmental engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, geospatial science and engineering, and mechanical and industrial engineering.

School of Information and Communication Technologies: computer communication systems, computer science and technology, information systems and technology, and scientific computing and modelling

Tenure of Appointment

The appointments to these positions are tenable on contract for a period of five years and renewable under mutual agreement.

Remuneration

The remuneration shall be in line with the general wage structure in the public university system in Kenya and shall be at Job Group XVI. In addition, there shall be attractive allowances and other benefits as approved by Council.

Note:

Those who already responded to the earlier advertisement for the positions of Deans of Faculty need not apply.

Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by a similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and journal publications together with their current benefits.

They should in addition, give names, current designations and addresses of three (3) referees. They must request their referees to forward their reports directly to the University College Principal through the address below.

The REFERENCE NUMBERS of posts applied for should be clearly quoted on the envelopes and in the applicant’s cover letters.

ALL Applications should be addressed to:

The Principal,
The Kenya Polytechnic University College
P. 0. Box 52428-00200, City Square, Nairobi.

E-Mail: principal@kenpoly.ac.ke

Deadline: Friday 15th October,2010

For further details, log on to: www.kenyapolytechnic.ac.ke

Consultancy

VSF Suisse is an International NGO, supporting humanitarian and development interventions
in the Greater Horn of Africa since 1995. The organization’s main activities focus on
improving animal health, production and marketing, providing alternatives to food security,
rehabilitation and development, and supporting resettlement of returnees, IDPs and persons
formerly associated with armed forces and groups. VSF-Suisse programmes in Southern
Sudan cover the three states of Warrap (Twic County), Northern Bhar el Ghazal (Aweil East,
Aweil West and Aweil North Counties) and Unity State (9 counties).
In 2010, VSF Suisse was contracted by MARF
1
, GOSS
2
, to implement the World Bank
Managed and MARF- MDTF
3
funded LFDP
4
in Unity State (MDTF-SS Grant No. TF
057638).
The overall goal of the LFDP is to facilitate the rapid recovery and restoration of livestock
based rural livelihoods of Southern Sudanese agro-pastoralists through improved animal health
services delivery system via the public and private sectors. The objectives of the project are:
a) To provide the required quantities of veterinary service inputs ( drugs, vaccines,
equipment) to enhance the delivery of animal health services to the livestock keeping
communities in Unity State,
b) To strengthen the community based animal healthcare system through training and
sustainable linkages to the emerging private sector,
c) To strengthen the institutional and human resource capacities of the state and county
veterinary authorities through managerial, organizational and technical training and
equipment support, and
d) To document lessons learnt and support the preparation of a detailed strategy for the
sustainable use of the community based animal healthcare system in the delivery of animal
health services.
1
Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries
2
Government of Southern Sudan
3
Multi Donor Trust Fund
4
Livestock and Fisheries Development Project
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Key expected outcomes of the project will be enhanced delivery of animal health services and
efficiently functional and responsive state and county veterinary services that embraces public-
private partnership model. A measure of satisfaction with the services delivery system and
mechanisms by the targeted beneficiary livestock keeping communities will be the key
indicator to the success of the program.
The Project Contract Agreement (LFDP/NGO/2009/06) between VSF-Suisse as the Consultant
and MARF as the Client was signed on the 5
th
of February 2010 at Juba, signalling the
commencement of the project implementation that was initially scheduled for six months
period. After the inception phase, approval for no-cost extension, alongside amended project
documents- budgets, work outputs and work plans was obtained and the project will now end
on the 31
st
of October 2010. The project starting date was back-dated to the 1
st
February 2010.
2. Objective of the Evaluation
The final evaluation of the project is intended to assess the overall performance of the project,
its impact and make recommendations on how the model of service delivery can be scaled up
to meet the needs of livestock keepers in the long term.
The general objective of the evaluation of the project is to compare achievements versus
targets as set out in the project implementation schedule as per log frames over the period and
assess the impact of the interventions on livestock health and productivity.
Specifically, the evaluation will:
Assess the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability of the project in
addressing the needs of the agro-pastoralists communities in Unity State. The consultant
should also undertake a cost-benefit analysis of the intervention
Evaluate the existing structure of the community based animal healthcare system and its
suitability as a model for the delivery of animal healthcare services and recommend
strategies for improvement or scaling it up.
Assess the existing opportunities and linkages operational in the project area that are
necessary for the development of sustainable animal health service delivery through public-
private-partnership. This includes but not limited to assessing the viability, effectiveness
and sustainability of private veterinary pharmacies and veterinary teams approaches as
possible as public-private partnerships and their linkages to CAH networks as models in
services delivery.
Assess the effectiveness of the mechanisms of collaboration between the SDARF, VSF-
Suisse and other collaborating partners in the delivery of services in the animal resources
sector versus the attendant capabilities of the various actors.
Evaluate the systems of monitoring, reporting and information management used in the
project and make recommendations on how to strengthen them.
Document successes, lessons learnt and shortcomings/challenges and give recommendation
for future interventions
Assess mainstreaming of crosscutting issues such as gender, environment and participation
of the local community.
3. Qualifications of the consultant
The consultant should:
Have up to five years experience in conducting evaluations of the same nature
Have sound knowledge of agro-pastoralist and pastoralist production systems in the Greater
Horn of Africa, including Southern Sudan
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Be experienced in the use of participatory methodologies
Be experienced in community based animal health delivery system.
Have the ability to manage the task with the available time and resources.
Have good command of the English Language (translators for interviews in English-Nuer,
Nuer –English ; and English-Dinka/Dinka-English will be provided if need be)
Have first hand knowledge of the socio-cultural, economic, political situation in Southern
Sudan will be an added advantage
Be independent from the parties involved.
4. Sources and methods
To accomplish his/her task, the evaluator will use information gathered from the Program
Coordinator, South Sudan; the VSF-CH Regional Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor, Project
technical staff, aid beneficiaries, counterparts, local authorities, SDARF, MARF, SSRRC and
other relevant stakeholders. Information will be also be gained from available project
documents and periodic reports.
The following methodology is proposed:
Desk study of relevant operation related documents (proposals, baseline survey and project
inception reports, previous evaluation reports and other relevant literature)
Briefings from the Program Coordinator, Field Programs Supervisor, the Project Manager
and other technical field staff.
Interviews with project staff, counterparts, partner NGO representatives, local facilitators,
agro-pastoralists, local authorities, owners of veterinary pharmacies, and other
stakeholders.
Quantitative analysis of the various components of the project as proposed and discussed
with the consultant and appropriate to impact assessment relevant to each of the program
components.
Short consideration of cross-cutting issues such as participation, gender equity, HIV/AIDS
and environment per component.
5. Work plan
The evaluation will last no more than 20 days (i.e. presentation of approach, desk review, field
work, final presentation and reporting). It will be implemented within a contractual period that
will begin with the date of signature of the contract and that will end by 15th of November
2010, with the acceptance of the final report. Itinerary details will be worked out with selected
consultant(s).
6. Reporting
The consultant will submit a draft report for review and comments by VFS-S within 5 days
after completion of the field work and an acceptable final report within seven days after
receiving feedback from VSF-S. Two hard copies of the final report including a soft copy of
the report in a CD should be submitted to VSF-CH.
Final report will be presented in the following format:
a) Font: Arial, Font Size 11, Line Spacing 1.5
b) Cover page:
Ø Title of the evaluation with the name of the operation
Ø Consultant’s name
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Ø Date of the evaluation
Ø VSF CH and MARF Logos
c) Table of contents
d) Executive summary, max 1 page
Ø Brief description of the evaluated operation
Ø Objectives, methods and duration of the evaluation
Ø Main conclusions referring to the evaluation criteria and the crosscutting issues set out
in paragraph 2 of these Terms of Reference. There must be a clear link between the
conclusions and the supporting evidence in the main body of the report.
Ø Main lessons learnt
Ø Main recommendations directly and logically related to the conclusions. They must be
as realistic, operational and pragmatic as possible taking careful account of the
circumstances currently prevailing in the context of the operation and the resources
available.
e) Main body of the report, max 20 pages
It will contain a brief background description for each component, methodology/ies used
for analysis, a concise description of the results/findings and their discussion considering
also but not only crosscutting issues and the conclusions (lessons learnt) and
recommendations.
f) Annexes
Ø Terms of Reference;
Ø Itinerary including list of persons / organizations consulted;
Ø Literature and documents consulted;
Ø List of sites visited;
Ø List of abbreviations.
7. Budget/Responsibilities
VSF Suisse will meet food, accommodation, travel costs and related expenditures from, to and
within South Sudan as well as the required travel permit for the selected consultant. The
consultant is in charge of providing his/her passport and 2 passport photographs for the travel
permit and must ensure that s/he has all necessary vaccinations (especially yellow fever and
meningitis).
Interested consultants should prepare and submit to VSF-Suisse both technical and financial
proposal for the assignment by 15
th
October 2010. VSF-Suisse is not obliged to offer the job
to the lowest or highest bidder

VSF Suisse, Olekejuado Road , P. O. Box 25656, 00603 Nairobi, Kenya
OR: Plot No. AX111, Block 131 Off Stadium Road, Opposite the Old Cemetery,
Hai Malakal, Juba, Southern Sudan
E mail: recruitment@vsfsuisse.org

Group Chief Finance Officer

Summary: Our client, UAP Holdings Limited is one of the leading insurance and financial services companies in the East Africa region with strong business networks in Kenya, Uganda and Southern Sudan.

With a vision to be Africa’s revolutionary financial services company, UAP Holdings continuously seeks to innovate and set the pace for the market and is now looking to recruit a high calibre, visionary, strategic, business oriented, and experienced professional leader for the position of Group Chief Finance Officer.

The successful candidate will drive the Group’s strategy and identify value-add business propositions to support UAP’s growth and expansion strategy.

The role

The Group Chief Finance Officer will have overall responsibility for leading, implementing and executing the company’s major strategic objectives and initiatives.

A member of the senior executive management team, s/he will be influential and play a significant role in the development of the strategic direction of UAP.
Description: Specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

* Coordinating the development and implementation of a value maximizing corporate strategy for UAP Holdings. This will include leading the implementation of major investment projects geared to achieving profitable growth;
* Leading the development and execution of the Group’s annual budgets and coordinating the annual planning process of the Subsidiaries to ensure that annual business plans are developed on time and are aligned to the corporate strategy;
* Leading and providing direction in the planning and execution of major company transactions such as mergers and/or acquisitions and other significant investment projects and playing a key role in the execution of all major financial transactions, including borrowing and major investments;
* Setting up and overseeing the operations of the UAP Shared Service Center with the objective of delivering high quality services that maximizes on cost effectiveness;
* Ensuring the effective and efficient management of UAP Group financial operations including ensuring that all external reporting and compliance obligations are fulfilled on a timely basis, preparing and presenting regular reports to the Board of the Group on the performance of the Company and its Subsidiaries; and
* In collaboration with subsidiary CEOs, developing an enterprise wide investment strategy and investment policies for the respective companies and monitoring the implementation of the strategy to ensure the highest risk adjusted returns.

Requirements:

The person

The Group Chief Finance Officer will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree from a recognized university with professional qualifications in accounting or finance such as CPA-K, ACCA or CFA. A Masters degree in Business Administration or related field will be an added advantage. S/he will have a minimum of ten years management experience, three of which should be at a senior management level in finance.

We are looking for a highly intelligent, professional, and commercially astute individual with demonstrated skills and experience in developing and executing business and financial strategies; instituting robust financial policies, systems and procedures; and managing diverse teams.

S/he will possess a demonstrated track record of integrity and professionalism with the ability to foster a culture of quality performance that promotes high standards of ethical practices.

The offer

This is a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realisation of UAP’s vision and strategic goals. Our client is prepared to offer an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with the individual’s knowledge, skills, ability to deliver results, experience and demonstrated character.

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the subject of the email or cover letter on or before Friday, 15 October 2010.

Applications
including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees should be sent to the address below or emailed in PDF format

Executive Selection Division
KPMG Kenya, Lonrho House 16th Floor, Standard Street
P O Box 40612-00100
Nairobi

internal auditor

Summary: The Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) is an ISO certified state corporation established under an act of parliament, Cap 517.

The Authority is responsible for the promotion, facilitation and regulation of export oriented investments including development and creation of an enabling environment for such investments situated in the Export Processing Zones around the country.

EPZA is seeking to recruit highly qualified, dynamic and motivated professional for the following post:

Description: Internal Auditor

The Internal Auditor is responsible to organize, manage, supervise and the implementation of internal audit systems and procedures.

This will included the examination and evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, financial management and accounting systems, adherence to regulatory requirements as set out in various instruments governing the Authority.

The Internal Auditor will report to the Board through the Audit Boards Committee and to the Chief Executive on administrative matters.

Main Responsibilities:

* Drafting of annual work program for submission for Board approval
* Effective and timely completion of approved annual audit work program
* Evaluates risk and recommends improvements in internal control systems
* Supervises audit assignments and provides professional advise audit team
* Prepares detailed audit procedures manual and audit programs
* Discuss findings in audit reports with the CEO and senior management and makes follow up audit recommendations and ensure that corrective action is taken
* Plan and conduct special investigations as needed
* Prepares audit and risk committee papers for the Board
* Liaises with the external auditors
* Provides advisory assistance in policy and procedures development and system implementation
* Maintenance of quality control in all work in Audit department in compliance with professional standards.
* Undertakes such other related duties as directed by the Board and the CEO

Requirements:
Required Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree preferably in Commerce, Accounting or Finance
* Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K) and/or Certified Internal Systems Auditor (CISA)
* Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
* Must be articulate, self motivated, and a team player
* Strong communication skills

If your qualifications and competencies meet the above requirements, please write in confidence to the undersigned enclosing copies of your academic certificates and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) showing your current position and remuneration, daytime telephone contacts and email and telephone contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 15th October 2010.

Human Resource Executive
Export Processing Zones Authority
P.O. Box 50563 – 00200
Nairobi

ict &systems auditor

Summary: Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank), a leading Savings Bank with a national branch network and an equal opportunity employer wishes to recruit competent, proactive, self driven people with high integrity to fill the positions in the establishment.
Description:

Purpose of the Position

Responsible for auditing the Bank’s information and communication technology systems, processes and security to ensure that there are critical checks and balances adhering to established security policy guidelines and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

•Prepare audit work papers in compliance with internal audit policies for information systems and coordinate information systems audits for the Bank.
•Assess the risks inherent in the Bank’s information systems and make recommendations to mitigate them.
•Develop annual Information Systems audit plans.
•Conduct information systems operational audits for data security and information integrity.
•Monitor the implementation & operation of defined controls and recommendations on an ongoing basis and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, efficiency and controls.
•Participate in the systems development life cycle (SDLC) for new systems ensuring effective project management oversight and execution, design and internal controls, system functionality is optimized and continuous audit of the design and operational effectiveness.
•Prepare reports presenting findings and recommendations.
Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Bcom. in Accounting/Finance or Bsc. in Information Systems or any other closely related discipline.
•CISA, ISMS or closely related certification.
•CPA or ACCA certification is an added advantage.
•Knowledge of Banking and ERP systems.
•Knowledge of Unix, Windows, Oracle and Microsoft SQL platforms.
•Experience of computer based systems security policies.
•5 years experience, 1 of which should be technical experience in audit of ICT systems in a sound corporate environment.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications with a detailed CV and copies of academic professional certificates and testimonials, so as to reach the undersigned on or before 14th October 2010.

Please note that ONLY short listed candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted. The positions are on a 3 year contract and renewable based on performance.

Managing Director
Kenya Post Office Savings bank
P.O Box 30311 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager

Summary: Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank), a leading Savings Bank with a national branch network and an equal opportunity employer wishes to recruit competent, proactive, self driven people with high integrity to fill the positions in the establishment.
Description:

Purpose of the Position

•To oversee and manage the formulation and implementation of sound policies and procedures towards ensuring that the bank complies with regulatory requirements and ensure prompt mitigation of possible risks.
Key Responsibilities

•Initiate, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the implementation of the Compliance Program and its related activities.
•Analyse and set exposure limits for Credit risk, Liquidity risk, Market risk and Operational risk.
•Carry out impact analysis to control/mitigate the impact of market risk using various risk assessment tools.
•Review compliance with the various parameters set in the Risk Policy on a continuous basis.
•Develop, periodically review and update code of conduct to ensure continued relevance and guidance to management and employees.
•Collaborate with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
•Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of violations of policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
•Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; and develop/implement corrective action plans.
•Review Risk Policy Compliance Reports highlighting variances from the limits set and present to the Management/Board for remedial action.
•Liaise with the Human Resource Department to develop and implement effective compliance training programmes.
Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Degree in Business related field.
•Possession of an MBA will be an added advantage.
•Professional banking qualifications such as ACIB or Diploma in Banking.
•Good knowledge and solid understanding of: The requirements of compliance monitoring, The Companies Act, The Banking Act, Prudential Guidelines, International Financial Reporting Standards and other internal and external regulations.
•8 years relevant working experience, 3 of which should have been at senior management level in a risk related role.

Please note that ONLY short listed candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted. The positions are on a 3 year contract and renewable based on performance.

Managing Director
Kenya Post Office Savings bank
P.O Box 30311 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

ICT Security Officer

Summary: Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank), a leading Savings Bank with a national branch network and an equal opportunity employer wishes to recruit competent, proactive, self driven people with high integrity to fill the positions in the establishment.
Description:

Purpose of the Position

•To coordinate and manage information security issues within the policies in the organization, and ensure the possible risks are mitigated accordingly.
Key Responsibilities

•Develop, implement and enforce the necessary security policies, standards and measures.
•Carry out risk assessment on ICT systems and implement necessary security standards and procedures.
•Evaluate the role of various stakeholders with respect to information security.
•Monitor the performance of the compliance programme on a continuous basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.
•Generate reports on the bank’s performance indicating compliance levels and adherence to prudential and market benchmarks.
•Carry out inspections and identify incidents of non-compliance and recommend appropriate sanctions.
•Secretary to the risk management committee.
Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Bsc. in Information Technology or closely related discipline.
•CISA, ISMS or closely related certification.
•Knowledge of Banking and ERP systems.
•Knowledge of Unix, Windows, Oracle and Microsoft SQL platforms.
•Experience of computer based systems auditing.
•5 years experience, 1 of which should be technical experience in administration of ICT security.

Please note that ONLY short listed candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted. The positions are on a 3 year contract and renewable based on performance.

Managing Director
Kenya Post Office Savings bank
P.O Box 30311 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Head of Public Relations

Summary: KTDC, a State Corporation created by an Act of Parliament CAP. 382, is a leading Development Financial Institution (DFI) providing affordable and accessible financial facilities and advisory services to the Tourism industry.

KTDC’s mission is to develop and diversify Kenya’s Tourism industry by providing a range of advisory and financial services to investors in tourism related enterprises is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of Head of Public Relations.

Purpose

To effectively and efficiently manage the Public Relations function, create awareness of the Corporation’s products and services and improve the image of the Corporation as a whole.


Description: Key Responsibilities

* Implement KTDC’s PR strategy, policies, mission and vision;
* Prepare and manage the Public Relations budget;
* Ensure timely and efficient implementation of PR strategy and Annual Work Plan (AWP) and ensure that departmental performance targets are set and achieved;
* Ensure that Public Relations is effectively used to support the core objectives of KTDC;
* Ensure full implementation of the Quality Management System within the Public Relations department;
* Mentor, coach and provide leadership to the Public Relations team;
* Manage the flow of information between and among KTDC stakeholders;
* Educate and enhance the importance and awareness of KTDC’s products to the public;
* Coordinate surveys to measure customer satisfaction at KTDC;
* Establish industry issue management mechanisms for KTDC;
* Coordinate all KTDC corporate investment responsibility programmes, corporate sponsorship, corporate advertising and corporate events.

Requirements:
Person Specifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications or related field.
* Higher Diploma in Public Relations, Communications or in a relevant field; and
* Membership to a professional public relations body.
* At least 5 years experience in public relations with at least 2 years in a senior management and supervisory role in a large organisation.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
* Team playing skills;
* Strong leadership and management skills; and
* ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


Managing Director
Kenya Tourist Development Corporation
P.O. Box 42013-00100
Nairobi.

Promotion Executive

Summary: The Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) is an ISO certified state corporation established under an act of parliament, Cap 517. The Authority is responsible for the promotion, facilitation and regulation of export oriented investments including development and creation of an enabling environment for such investments situated in the Export Processing Zones around the country.

EPZA is seeking to recruit highly qualified, dynamic and motivated professional for the following post:

Promotion Executive
Description: The Promotion Executive is responsible to develop promotion strategy and programs aim at focus countries and targeted companies for the purpose of attracting investments in the EPZ program. The Promotion Executive will report to the manager responsible for investments. The position is on a three (3) year renewable contract.

Main Responsibilities

* Assist in developing investment performance targets
* Assist in developing promotion strategy
* Research and profile investment patterns/trend in countries/sector of focus
* Conduct research on investor needs
* Liaise with & coordinate promotion effort with related/complementary agencies
* Develop promotion programs in focus countries/sectors including identification of target companies
* Execute promotion programs using various methods including personal selling, advertising, PR, road shows, investment missions, exhibitions, conferences, website
* Supervise the production of marketing communication messages and materials
* Respond to and follow up investment enquiries received to project proposal stage
* Develop and nurture positive & cordial relations with potential EPZ investors and other stakeholders
* Any other duties as may be assigned by the manager and Chief Executive.

Requirements:
Required Qualifications /Experience/Skills

* Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Commerce with emphasis on Marketing
* Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing
* Ability to communicate well in English in both written and spoken word
* Computer literate with ability to use word processing, database, spread sheeting and presentation software e.g. MS Office Suite
* Minimum 3 years work experience in marketing or sales function in a FMCG company, manufacturing industry or service industry

Desirable Qualifications/Qualities

* Membership of MSK or CIM or other recognized professional marketing body
* Certificate in foreign language proficiency
* Proficiency in Web Design, Graphic Design and/or Desktop Publishing
* Able to work independently, travel at short notice
* Able to work under pressure.
* Exhibit maturity and a sense of responsibility.

If your qualifications and competencies meet the above requirements, please write in confidence to the undersigned enclosing copies of your academic certificates and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) showing your current position and remuneration, daytime telephone contacts and email and telephone contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 15th October 2010.


Human Resource Executive
Export Processing Zones Authority
P.O. Box 50563 – 00200
Nairobi

School Accountant

Summary: A Leading International Christian School in Nairobi, wishes to fill the above vacant position.
Description:

Main Responsibilities:

* Processing of invoices, receipting of revenue, carrying out banking,
* Entering data into computer system and managing of debtors.

The candidate is answerable to the Finance Officer.
Requirements:

The applicant should have:

* CPA final or similar qualification
* At least 3 years work experience in a school or hospitality industry
* A committed Christian with evidence of church participation

Applicants who meet the above qualifications should apply enclosing their CV, and telephone number to reach us by 15th October 2010.


The Advertiser
P.O. Box 25088,00603
Nairobi.

Finance & Administration Manager

Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy And Development

Vacancy

Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development, is an institute of Egerton University mandated to conduct agricultural policy research in Kenya. The institute is looking for highly motivated, proactive service-oriented and energetic individual to fill the following position based in Nairobi.
Description: Finance and Administration Manager

The successful candidate will head the Finance and Administration unit of the institute. He/she will be responsible for the day-to-day financial, human resource and administrative operations of the institute.

He/she will report directly to the Director, Tegemeo Institute.

Other key tasks shall include:

* Prudent management of financial resources
* Effective management of human resource and continuous improvement of administrative services.
* Formulation of sound financial policies, procedures and accounting systems that ensure effective management of funds.
* Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, IFRS and other financial, human resource and procurement laws and regulations.
* Ensure timely preparation of budgets and implementation of budgetary controls.
* Ensure compliance with donors’ requirements.
* Ensure timely preparation of financial management reports.
* Liaise closely with the University Finance Officer on matters related to finance and accounting.

Requirements:
Qualifications and skills

The preferred candidate should:

* Hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting option) and have attained CPA (K);
* Possession of MBA will be an added advantage.
* Has attained a minimum of 5 years experience at a senior level in a busy accounting environment and have full knowledge of payroll administration;
* Have a working knowledge of electronic accounting system and project accounting and be familiar with donor financial reporting;
* Have an understanding of foreign exchange accounting, budget processing and the budgetary process and vote book control;
* Possess a good grasp of MS office suite.

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

The position carries with it a two year renewable contract, subject to six months probation.

Applications together with copies of certificates and a detailed CV including names of three referees should be sent

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (A&F)
Egerton University
P.O Box 537 - 20115, Egerton.

Public Relations Assistant

Summary: The Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) is an ISO certified state corporation established under an act of parliament, Cap 517.

The Authority is responsible for the promotion, facilitation and regulation of export oriented investments including development and creation of an enabling environment for such investments situated in the Export Processing Zones around the country.

EPZA is seeking to recruit highly qualified, dynamic and motivated professional for the following post:

Public Relations Assistant

Description: The Public Relations Assistant will assist the Public Relations Executive in the following main responsibility areas and is on a three (3) year renewable contract.

* Preparation of publication materials
* Photography
* Media content analysis
* Preparation of company functions
* Interactive public relations on phone and on the web
* Any other duties as may be assigned by the manager and Chief Executive.

Requirements:
Required Qualifications

* Diploma in Mass Communications/PR communication
* Computer literate, MS Office Suite, DTP/Coral Draw/Photoshop
* Articulate with good oral and written Communication
* A team player and self motivated
* Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a busy office

If your qualifications and competencies meet the above requirements, please write in confidence to the undersigned enclosing copies of your academic certificates and testimonials, detailed curriculum vitae (CV) showing your current position and remuneration, daytime telephone contacts and email and telephone contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 15th October 2010.

Human Resource Executive
Export Processing Zones Authority
P.O. Box 50563 – 00200
Nairobi

Electrical Engineers

We seek to recruit electrical engineers to work in various roles.

We require regional managers and senior engineers.

Minimum experience for this positions is 4 years in a power distribution or related company.

Send your competency details for consideration.

How to apply: Send application by email
Company: Talentrecruit Limited
Contact: Hudson Elias
Email: recruit@humantalentrecruit.com

Sales Manager/Business Development Officer

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Degree/Diploma holder in Information Technology or related field.
Minimum of 2 years experience in marketing/selling IT products in an ICT firm.
The CV should clearly state the working experience and the duties undertaken in depth.
Those who had applied earlier need not apply Because their CVs are in our Archives.

Company: ICT Firm
Contact: Chris Okioma
Email: khkevinheinze@gmail.com

Part-time teachers in• Daasanach • Aweer • Pokomo • Digo • Samburu • Ilchamus • Giriama • Tharaka,Waata,Orma,Marakwet ,Suba,Borana ,Yaaka

To teach basic language skills in these languages.


Company: Language Solution & Business Communication
Contact: Carolyn Genga
Email: hr@l-sc.com

Portguese & Spanish Part-time teachers

To teach Portuguese & Spanish Languages. The applicants must have excellent oral & written skills in these languages.Applicants with a degree or masters in Linguistics/Education/the specific language.


Company: Language Solution & Business Communication
Contact: Carolyn Genga
Email: hr@l-sc.com

Administrative Assistant

Perfoming general clerical duties,ensure proper working of office utilities,receiving visitors,arranging all travel documents for staff members an visitors.Assisting in price and purchases reasearch for the office,filing monthly returns,VAT and others,provide administrative support to all aspects of the organisation.Be of kenyan nationality and not more than 30 years,Post secondary administration training,good communication and interpersonal skills,good knowledge in ms word,excel and power point,ability to work long hours when required,ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision,good organization skills and ablity to prioritize multiple tasks,Apply with cover letter and CV to

City/Town: Nakuru
Location: Rift Valley

Contact: Mr Wahome
Email: ppharmaceuticals@gmail.com

Riders / marketer

Our client needs riders cum marketers
Diploma/cert in marketing
experience in the same field
the job in urgent

Company: Studio Twenty Two Agencie (Abela)Ltd.
Contact: Abela
Phone: 020 2318067/020 2223131/0750788167/
Fax: 020 222 3131
Email: jobs@abela47.info

Marketing Executive

Proven business skills,experience and knowledge in business development,ability to deliver best service,standard and efficiency to potential clients,good communication skills,computer literate,Degree or diploma in any business field.

MOMBASA
Company: Spector International
Contact: Mr Shah
Email: careers.spectorgroup@gmail.com

Sales Specialist

Job Title: Bancassurance Sales Specialist
Business Unit: CFC Life Assurance Limited
Department: Sales and Distribution

Key Objective of the Job

* To market CFC Life Group Life and Deposit Admin business to the CFC Stanbic CIB and Business bank client base

Job Summary – The Key Tasks in the Job

* Developing and implementing call plans and marketing strategies
* Negotiating with CIB and Business Bank regarding the level of business and servicing requirements
* Promoting CFC Life’s Bancassurance products through marketing presentations and training
* Providing information and training on products and servicing procedures/requirements
* New business upload and servicing
* Establishing and maintaining business relationships
* Adherence to the compliance process
* Achieving production targets
* Communication and networking with all Group companies and departments to facilitate problem solving

Requirements:

Academic and professional qualification

Bachelor degree in Business/ Marketing

Experience and Knowledge

* At least 5 years experience in the financial services or insurance industry
* Insurance Industry Knowledge
* CFC Life Products
* CFC Life software and systems
* Group Life technical knowledge
Presentation skills

Skills (Personal and Interpersonal)

* Service Delivery
* Customer Training and Development
* Deadline Driven
* Planning and Organising
* Financial Analysis and Interpretation
* Presentation Skills
* Problem Solving Skills
* Customer Market Understanding
* Interpersonal Sensitivity
* Flexibility
* Action Orientation
* Understanding of the Competitor Environment

If you meet the requirements of the above position please upload your CV here OR send a detailed and updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, details and contacts of three professional references to reach the undersigned by 14th October 2010.

Contact Info: The Human Resources Department
CFC Life Assurance Limited


The Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 30364 -00100
Nairobi

Clinical Officers

Description: MSF- Spain, Kenya is looking for clinical officers who will be based in IFO refugee camps. Working under the guidance and supervision of the medical doctor/medical team leader, the clinical officer along with the medical doctor will be directly responsible for providing curative services to the beneficiaries in the IFO refugee camps.

The clinical officers will also be responsible for the daily clinical assessment and the prescription of treatment for all patients attending the health facility, referral of chronic and complicated cases to the speciality clinics accordingly. Clinical officers with experience in primary health care, nutrition, maternal and child health is preferred
Requirements: All interested candidates should send their updated CV with a motivation letter, copy of the ID card and a list of 3 professional references that may be contacted. All candidates are requested to clearly mention the job title being applied for, in the subject line of the email or on the envelop.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Knowledge of the North-Eastern province is an asset.

Candidates originally from North-Eastern province or with experience in Dadaab refugee settings would be preferable.


MSF-Spain, Kenya
Attn: Human Resource Coordinator
Chaka Place, Chaka Road, Off Argwings Kodhek Road
P.O.Box:52837-00200 Nairobi, Kenya

Senior Sales Executives

The responsibilities:

* Research and gather market and customer information;
* Represent the brand at trade exhibitions, events and at demonstrations;
* Participate towards sourcing of product with the Franchise holders and suppliers;
* Monitor the product through the supply chain to delivery, ensuring quality and specifications on receipt;
* Manage inventory to ensure optimal sales are achieved and losses minimized;
* Manage the performance of the sales team, ensuring appropriate sales and after-sales-service standards; and achievement of turnover targets;
* Negotiate the terms of agreement, closing sales and approving quotations and deliveries as needed;
* Manage the retail outlet, ensuring appropriate visual standards and trains staff on new product information;
* Generate appropriate reports;

Requirements:

The person:

* Diploma in Management, or recognized equivalent with hands on computer skills;
* At least 5 years experience in sales with demonstrable direct selling skills;
* A passion for sports with good knowledge of the sporting industry, equipment and accessories;
* A dynamic, self starting and resilient individual with demonstrable ability of managing performing teams;
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
* Demonstrable experience in managing retail store outlets an added advantage;
* Ability to train new employees on the job.

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements with good references are encouraged to send their applications with detailed CV, names and contacts of 3 referees, copies of certificates, testimonials, current telephone number and email address, on or before Thursday 7th October, 2010 to the address indicated below

Job Ref: SSE/2010/10-5

DNA/ 735
P.O. Box 49010- 00100
Nairobi.

Please indicate the job reference number on the envelope

Doctor

Summary: The international humanitarian organisation Medecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors without Borders is seeking following staff for the medical assistance for refugees programme in Ifo II camp
Description: MSF- Spain, Kenya is looking for a medical doctor who will be based in IFO refugee camps. Working under the guidance and supervision of a medical team leader, the medical doctor will be directly responsible for providing curative services to the beneficiaries in the IFO refugee camps.

The medical doctor will be overall responsible for the daily clinical assessment and the prescription of treatment for all patients attending the health facility, referral of chronic and complicated cases to the speciality clinics accordingly. Medical doctor with experience in primary health care, nutrition, maternal and child health (also able to conduct deliveries) is preferred
Requirements: All interested candidates should send their updated CV with a motivation letter, copy of the ID card and a list of 3 professional references that may be contacted. All candidates are requested to clearly mention the job title being applied for, in the subject line of the email or on the envelop.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Knowledge of the North-Eastern province is an asset.

Candidates originally from North-Eastern province or with experience in Dadaab refugee settings would be preferable.


MSF-Spain, Kenya
Attn: Human Resource Coordinator
Chaka Place, Chaka Road, Off Argwings Kodhek Road
P.O.Box:52837-00200 Nairobi, Kenya

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DRAUGHTSMAN

Mastermind Tobacco (K) Ltd is one of the leading tobacco grower and manufacturing company involved in manufacture of a wide range of fast moving consumer goods in the region. We wish to enhance our operational efficiencies in our Engineering Department so that the company’s objectives are met fully. To achieve this, we wish to recruit a dynamic and experienced individual for the following vacant position:

Requirements.

* Must have O-Level C+ and above with a credit pass in Mathematics, English and Physics.
* Must have an Ordinary or Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable institution.
* Must have adequate knowledge of CADD with at least three years experience in a busy drawing/ design organization.
* Those who have worked in large Manufacturing /Engineering or Construction firms will have a definite advantage.
* Must be able to produce detailed designs and drawings of machine components for fabrication.
* Must be result oriented and a good team player.
* Must be a person of high integrity, excellent communication skills and willing to work beyond normal working hours to meet strict deadlines.
* Must be aged 30-35 years.

Kindly send your application and Curriculum Vitae

Mastermind Tobacco (K) Ltd
P.O Box 68144-00200
Nairobi