Mombasa Steel Industry Jobs - Import Declaration Clerk and Secretary

A large Steel Industry in Mombasa has the following vacancies:

1) Import Declaration Clerk

• Fully conversant with customs simba system
• Possession of KRA Trade X and EACFFPC Certificates
• Knowledge of KPA’s Kwatos System
• Between 30 to 35 yrs of age with minimum 5 yrs experience
• Hold a driving licence for car & scooter

2) Secretary

• Complete knowledge of office secretarial work
• Conversant with import/export documentation
• Must be a computer literate and know typewriting
• Minimum 5 yrs experience

Applications to be sent to:

DN.A/656
P.O. Box 80708-80100 Mombasa-Kenya
Closing Date: 08.07.2010

Sinohydro Corporation – Thika Road Project Jobs in Kenya

Sinohydro Corporation Ltd.-Thika Road Project is in need of the following job positions:

1. Truck/lorry drivers – 50 Posts
2. Bulldozer operator – 10 Posts
3. Grader operator – 10 Posts
4. Single Roller operator – 5 Posts
5. Tyre roller operator – 5 Posts
6. Small car driver – 5 Posts
7. Crane Operator – 5 Posts
8. Excavator operator – 10 Posts
9. Wheel loader operator – 5 Posts
10. Double steel roller operator – 5 Posts
11. Surveyor – 5 Posts

Qualification Requirements:

• Legally licensed with rich relevant experience, especially working in constructions.
• Practiced technical skills.
• Safe operation.
• Hardworking and honest.

All applicants shall submit their testimonials to the General office in Thika Road Project Camp at Kasarani Sports Stadia, this should include; original driving license, application letter, recommendation letter from the above prescribed work experience, ID card, and Original Certificate of Good Conduct before 15th July 2010.

Successful candidates will be interviewed, tested and assigned the job accordingly.

Your application and participation will be highly appreciated for the early completion of the vital governmental project.

Applicants to contact: Mr. Chen through 0718-505093.

Program Manager- Kenya

POSITION TITLE
Functional Area: Executive
Position / Job Title : Program Manager - Kenya
Reports to : Country Director - Kenya
Location : Nairobi, Kenya
Closing date of application : 9 July 2010
Position status : New
________________________________________________________________
Job Purpose
This position supports the Country Director and the Kenyan Program Management team to lead a cross-functional team to implement special projects, partnerships and initiatives. This position will be responsible for the overall implementation, coordination, follow-up, and reporting for the assigned special projects and initiatives. This person will lead the planning and coordinate the operational execution of the assigned projects, activities and ideas. These special projects and initiatives could be cost-effectiveness projects, donor projects, like the Tipping Point, partnerships, etc.

Principal Accountabilities
1. Follow-up on partnership activities with various partners ensuring that KickStart commitments and responsibilities are implemented, managed, and reported upon.
2. Follow-up on specific special projects to ensure that the agreed action plan is being executed and on time. Report to the Country Director the progress, shortcomings, need for resources among others. This may include special periodical projects (e.g. receivables clean-up).
3. Design special tools to track specific indicators for the special projects which will feed into a dash board for reporting.
4. Develop position papers as assigned on new subject areas for creative and active KickStart involvement
5. Organize meetings to discuss special activities that run across functions and ensure participation and contribution are made, analyzed and reported to the Country Director for decision or direction.
6. Develop proposals for special projects based on concept papers developed by the Country Director.
7. Manage the delivery and analysis of consolidated monthly reporting for the Kenya Program - this includes sales results, sales forecasting, impacts, and inventory, HR, and budgets figures.
8. Lead the analysis and produce monthly KPI report on Kenya program performance Represent KickStart Kenya professionally by responding to enquiries and attending meetings and conferences
9. Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Competencies
Education: MBA from a reputable University
Work Experience: Minimum 5 years relevant work experience with 3 years in job specific relevant field.
Skills: Computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word processing, Access, Power point, Outlook)
Excellent research, written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, demonstrated reliability, attention to details. Self-starter, project management skills
Capabilities: Solid judgment, critical thinking skills, sense of team work and highly organized individual

What’s in it for you?
KickStart seeks and retains the best talent to promote sustainable economic growth and employment creation in developing countries. Our commitment to our employees and our mission is strong. If you are ready for a new career adventure, in the fast paced world of global non-profit social enterprise; then let KickStart kick-start your career.
How to apply
If you believe you have what it takes to handle this challenging position, kindly email your one page Application Letter, together with your detailed CV, clearly indicating the position applied for in the subject line of your mail to hr@kickstart.org
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply
Please note that application deadline is subject to hiring of suitable candidate

Senior Relationship Managers in an International Bank

Job Ref. MN 4462

Applicants must have relevant senior relationship banking experience in international banks.

Send your application by hand or email to:

Executive Selections Division,

Manpower Service (K) Ltd,

3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,

Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,

P.O. Box 50736 – 00200, Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com

Deadline 6th July 2010.

KEMRI/USAMRU-K “The Walter Reed Project” - Medical Maintenance Technician

“The Walter Reed Project” is a research-based organization that is affiliated to the Kenya Medical Research Institute. Our mission is to develop and test improved means for predicting, detecting, preventing and treating infectious diseases.

The organization seeks to recruit a highly skilled and experienced Medical Maintenance Technician.

Closing Date: 13 July 2010

Duty Station: Nairobi

Job Summary:

Essential Functions: Maintain all laboratory and clinical equipment to meet national and international standards, including repairs, installation, calibration and routine maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
• Inspect and test malfunctioning medical and related equipment following manufacturers’ specifications.
• Examine medical equipment and facility’s structural environment and check for proper use of equipment, to protect staff from electrical or mechanical hazards.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Disassemble malfunctioning equipment and remove, repair and replace defective parts
• Keep records of maintenance, repair, and required updates of equipment.
• Update the Pi’s and Lab Managers on progress.
• Perform preventive maintenance or service such as cleaning, lubricating and adjusting equipment.
• Test and calibrate components and equipment following manufacturers’ manuals and troubleshooting techniques, using hand tools, power tools and measuring devices.
• Explain and demonstrate correct operation and preventive maintenance of medical equipment to personnel.
• Study technical manuals and when available, attend training sessions provided by WRAIR or manufacturers to upgrade current knowledge
• Plan and carry out work assignments, using blueprints, schematic drawings, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and liquid and air flow sheets, while following prescribed regulations, directives, and other instructions as required.
• Test, evaluate, and classify excess or in-use medical equipment and determine serviceability, condition, and disposition in accordance with regulations.
• In coordination with the medical maintenance team in the US, contribute expertise to develop medical maintenance standard operating procedures.
• Compute power and space requirements for installing medical equipment and install units to manufacturer’s specifications.
• Work closely with the medical maintenance team at WRAIR and keep designated personnel abreast of all relevant issues
• Other duties as requested by the supervisor

Knowledge/Experience:

• Minimum of a higher National Diploma or (Diploma plus considerable experience) from a recognized medical training institution in Medical Engineering.
• Registration with AMEK (Association of Medical Engineering of Kenya)
• At least 2 years of verifiable hands experience -on medical equipment maintenance experience preferred, preferably from a research unit or hospital set-up.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP)
• Good writing and communication skill
• Experience working in a fast paced demanding environment.
• Ability to prioritize and finish work in a timely manner

Terms of Employment:

The successful candidate will be engaged on Contract for 1 year, renewable as per KEMRI Scheme of Service; Probation period is for the first 3 months

Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.

Applications should include a Cover letter, Resume, copies of relevant Academic and Professional certificates, at least 2 reference letters and relevant testimonials, and send to:

The Human Resources Office,
USAMRU-K/KEMRI
Walter Reed Project,
P.O. Box 29893- 00202
Nairobi.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

USAID Kenya Jobs - Senior Regional Reproductive Health Specialist

The United State Agency for International Development’s Regional Mission for East Africa (USAID/EA) seeks to fill the position of Senior Regional Reproductive Health (RH) Specialist for its Regional Health & HIV/AIDS (RHH) Office.

The incumbent will be one of a team of senior staff providing technical assistance on health and HIV/AIDS technical and program issues in the region.

The primary duties will be to:

• manage, monitor, evaluate and report on RH and family planning (FP) activities funded by USAID/EA;
• provide technical assistance to USAID missions in the region requesting expert services in FP, RH, gender and gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, design, implementation and evaluation, as well as implementation of USAID family planning regulations;
• take the lead in communicating on RH/FP issues and organizing FP/RH regional meetings; and
• establish and maintain collaboration among relevant U.S. Government (USG) offices, donors and partners.

Applicant may be either a United States citizen living in Kenya or a Kenyan citizen.

Required Qualification:

Any application that does not meet the minimum requirements stated below will not be evaluated. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

If you have not been contacted within one month from the closing date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Education: A Master’s degree in public policy, public health, administration or related disciplines is required.

Experience: (40%) At least seven years of progressively responsible experience working for a USG agency and/or a development organization; at least four of which were spent in a developing country context, in international/resource-poor settings, working with host governments, other international donors and/or non-governmental organizations in support of development programs; and at least three of which involved work in FP and RH.

Knowledge: (30%) The applicant must have strong management skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in spoken and written English. Computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Skills and Abilities (30%): The incumbent should have the ability to develop strategies and detailed ;mplementation plans for FP/RH and related health elements under the USAID/EA Operational Plan, and work ,vith government officials to reposition family planning and related gender issues in the regional health agenda.

He/she should have the skills necessary to assure that FP/RH activities are implemented in a timely and quality manner; ensure the development of evaluation plans and utilization of evaluation findings; and, prepare the FP/RH-related sections of the Mission’s annual reports.

Short-listed candidates will be requested to submit a writing sample demonstrating technical writing skills.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with detailed Curriculum Vitae and all relevant attachments to the following address:

The Human Resources Office

USAID/Kenya

P.O. Box 629, Village Market 00621,

Nairobi, Kenya

Re: Senior Regional Reproductive Health Specialist

Applications must reach the USAID HR OFFICE by COB July 09, 2010.

Kisii University College - Quantity Surveyor

Kisii University College

(A Constituent College of Egerton University)

Office of the Principal

Vacancy

Kisii University College, a constituent University College of Egerton University, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following position:

Quantity Surveyor

Grade XII

• Masters degree in building economics from a recognized university plus three years working experience Or A Bachelors degree with not less than six years experience.
• Have thorough knowledge of computer, particularly in quantity surveying packages.
• Been registered with the board of registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya.
• Demonstrate competence, ability in work performance and results.
• Have a wide experience in the field in Quantity Surveying formulation, implementation and control in tendering and procurement procedures, financial and contract administration of building construction and maintenance.

Job Summary

• Managing costs on a wide variety of new building projects and structures
• Undertaking costs analysis for repair and maintenance project work
• Assisting in establishing a client’s requirements and undertaking feasibility studies
• Performing risk and value management and cost control
• Advising on procurement strategy
• Preparing tender and control documents, including bills of quantities.
• Identifying, analyzing and developing responses to commercial risks.
• Allocating work to sub-contractors
• Providing advice on contractual claims
• Analysis outcomes and writing detail progress reports
• Valuing completed work and arranging payments
• Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations.

Mode of Application:

Applicants must submit ten (10) copies of applications giving details of age, educational, and professional qualification, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and email address and enclosing copies of certificates and testimonials and giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and area of specialization accompanied with curriculum vitae and duly certified copies of certificates and testimonials.

Applicants should request their referees to write directly to the undersigned.

The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Applications and information from referees should reach the undersigned not later than 23rd July 2010.

The Principal
Kisii University College
P.O Box 408-40200
Kisii

USAID AMPATH Partnership Jobs in Kenya: Data Manager

The Academic Model Providing Access To Health Care (AMPATH) is a project under the auspices of Moi University School of Medicine and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital whose aim is to provide sustainable efforts in HIV Prevention and Care.

Besides the MTRH site, AMPATH also runs satellite clinics at 24 outreach sites in Rift Valley, Nyanza & Western provinces.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates to wok in the following projects: – Primary Health Care (PHC) and Chronic Disease Management (COM), Orphaned and Separated Children’s Assessments Related (OSCAR) and Research Department.

Position: Data Manager – 3 Posts

Role:

Reporting to the Associate Program Manager-Research under the oversight of the Assistant Program Manager-Data, the successful candidate will among others be responsible for the following:-

• Assist in planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling data management services in the program.
• Assist in reviewing training needs of data personnel and play an active role in the training and development of data staff.
• Respond to any new requests for data related to program management and reporting.
• Assist in coming up with a data quality protocol to be used for quality checks and assurance for databases under data management.
• Perform quality checks on the data and come up with ways of solving issues arising from this.
• Be a team player in coming up with derived concepts from the program data.
• Review the performance of implemented computer systems and assess the need for amendments.
• Review the performance of data entry personnel and assistant data managers and give appropriate recommendations.
• Be an advisor to the administration on policy issues that affect data management.
• Assist in the design and implementation of encounter forms and databases.
• Ensure the maintenance of a high level of data quality in the databases used in the program.
• Collect, analyze, interpret and summarize data in preparation for the generation of statistical and analytical reports.
• Prepare required reports and communicate them appropriately.
• Provide technical assistance in data management to other data managers in the data management team as may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in information technology, computer science or any other related field.
• Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation and manipulation of data; knowledge of database construction, management and retrieval methods.
• Good communication and problem solving skills.
• Experience in research will be an added advantage.

Terms of Employment

The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.

Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should submit their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of current remuneration to:-

Program Manager
P.O. Box 4606-30100
Eldoret

So as to reach him on or before 2nd July 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

University of Washington (Seattle, USA) Vacancy: Administrator

The University of Washington (Seattle, USA) is seeking to hire an administrator to support the development of HIV/AIDS training activities and capacity building health initiatives in Kenya.

Qualifications: A Bachelor Degree in related fields like business administration and secretarial studies with at least five years working experience in research administration and general office administration and accounting. Should be fluency with computers, the internet, and MS Office as well as strong writing and interpersonal skills.

Applications should be sent to

DN.A/658

P.O. Box 49010-00100

GPO Nairobi

Submit an application letter addressed to the Director with the applicant’s daytime telephone contact, telephone contacts of two professional referees, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and copies of certificates and testimonials by 9th July, 2010.

Fiber Optic Network Engineer Vacancy

Basic Function

The position exists to deliver an array of Video, Internet and Voice services across a state of the art digital transmission network.

Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in telecommunications or a related field.
• 2 years previous experience.
• Knowledge of HFC base triple play
• Monitoring through NMS.
• Knowledge and ability to support windows, Linux, TCP/IP and cabling standards.
• Knowledge of router, switches and firewalls (Preferred Cisco), mail server, DNS, VOIP gateways, proxy servers, windows System, Linux administration, VSAT modems. Fiber and wireless broadband
• Fusion spicing, coaxial splicing and Actives.
• Self motivated
• Fast learner
• Valid driving license

If you're prepared for a challenging and exciting, high-growth career, send your application and detailed CV to: jobs@empire.co.ke, with the title of the position you are applying for as the subject of your e-mail.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Nation Media Group Photojournalists Vacancies in Kenya

Job Ref. HR-PH-06-10

Nation Media Group Ltd., the leading Media House in the region wishes to expand and strengthen its Photography Desk within the Editorial Department.

• is the camera your friend?
• do you see life through a lens and can you bring pictures into life?
• are you good in digital and studio photography?
• do you have a diploma in photojournalism from a reputable institution?

If the answer is yes, we have an opportunity for you.

We want to discuss this position with individuals with the following attributes:

• Excellent communication skills;
• Results oriented and ability to cope with flexible tasks;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated track record of teamwork; and
• Ability to work under pressure for long hours;

If you think you’ve got what it takes to be a photojournalist, drop in your application, CV and portfolio of your work on CD and a letter explaining why you think you’ve got what it takes and quote the job ref. on the envelope to:

The Group Human Resources Director
Nation Media Group Limited
P. O. Box 49010 – 00100, GPO,
Nairobi

To reach not later than Friday, 12th July 2010.

Private Health Care Institution Jobs in Nairobi

Our client, a leading Private Health Care Institution based in Nairobi is in the process of re-engineering its business to enhance service delivery to a growing clientele in the region.

To drive this agenda, our client is desirous to enhance its work force by recruiting highly competent, well motivated, knowledgeable and experienced individuals to assist in the transformation process.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following newly created positions.

1. Human Resources Manager
2. Marketing Manager
3. Security Manager
4. Procurement Manager
5. Financial Analyst
6. Pharmacist
7. Radiographers
8. Nurses
9. Housekeeping Manager
10. Marketing Officers
11. Doctors

• General Practitioner
• Paediatrician
• Obstetrician/Gynaecologist
• Anaesthetists/ICU Specialist

Please access the web link www.businetsystems.com/recruitment for a detailed role profile
and instructions on how to apply.

A competitive salary package and benefits will be offered to the successful candidate.

Please send your fully completed application to the address below attaching copies of your Testimonials, your Curriculum Vitae indicating your e-mail address, names of three referees, day-time phone number and current gross salary and expected gross salary on or before 9th July 2010.

The Recruitment and Selection Division
Businet Systems Limited
P.O. Box 11095-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

You may also forward your completed application to info@businetsystems.com.

Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements should not apply.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

Kenya Bixa Poultry Farm Jobs

Kenya Bixa, one of the leading bixa growing and poultry breeding farms in Kenya is recruiting for the following positions:

1. Breeding Manager(1)

Qualification/Experience

• Degree in veterinary medicine or animal production from a recognized institution with a minimum of 3 - 5 years working experience in similar capacity in a busy poultry operation.
• A higher diploma in animal health /animal production with minimum 5 years working experience in similar capacity in a busy poultry operation.
• Experience in breeding operations will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure achievement of departmental targets
• Maintain highest biosecurity measures & general hygiene in the breeding farm
• Budget planning including flock replacement cycle, hatching eggs projection and infrastructure requirements.
• Regular review and implement a vaccination regime to ensure higher protection of the breeding flock as well as the day old chicks.
• Understand and advice on nutritional requirements of the breeders for maximum production.
• Diagnosis of sick birds including carrying out post modem on carcasses and prescribing correct medication
• As a team leader ensure high productivity from the breeding team through regular productivity meetings, training etc.
• Ensure ISO certification and maintenance of high poultry standards including review of breeding manual.
• Ensure compliance with Government directives especially from Veterinary services.
• Prepare timely appropriate reports as agreed by users

2. Farm Care Services Officers/Assistants (2)

Qualification/Experience

• Degree in veterinary medicine or animal production from a recognized institution with a minimum of 3 - 5 years working experience in similar capacity in busy poultry operation.
• A higher diploma in animal health /animal production with minimum 5 years working experience in similar capacity in a busy poultry operation.
• Experience in marketing, customer service or extension services will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure achievement of department targets
• Prepare an effective extension services program for our farmers aimed at improving increased performance of our chicks
• Receive and review customer feedback and advice on appropriate action including veterinary services
• Advice the hatchery team on chick quality and other issues arising from extension.
• Marketing and sales promotion through regular seminars /workshops
• Collect marketing information and trends in the industry for review of our brand strategies
• Develop an appropriate vaccination regime for our chicks.
• Liaise with Government department especially Veterinary services to ensure compliance with new policy directives.
• Review and update the farmers handbook
• Ensure high productivity of extension team through regular productivity meetings, training etc
• Prepare timely and appropriate reports as will be agreed by users.

3. Crop Officer (1)

Qualification/Experience

• Degree/diploma in crop production or agribusiness
• Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in senior level in large scale farming operations
• Knowledge in organic farming will be added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure achievement of departmental targets
• Budget planning and production projection both from own farm and out growers scheme.
• Develop a cost effective weed control program suitable for organic farming.
• Ensure proper and timely harvesting of the crop for maximum production
• Maintain nursery for seedlings from selected high yield crops for distribution to outgrowers and expansion of our own farm
• Extension services to the small outgrowers and contract farmers
• Explore other propagation methods suitable for our crop/s
• Explore possibilities of intercropping with complementary and high value crops
• Manage farm equipment and implement cost effectively
• Update on industry trends and government directives
• Manage the farm personnel for high productivity
• Prepare timely appropriate reports as would be agreed by users.

If you meet the requirements for any of the positions above, please send your CV with full details of your work experience and qualifications to:

The General Manager,
Kenya Bixa Limited,
P.O. Box 96245,
Mombasa.

Email: info@kenyabixa.com

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The deadline for application is 9th July 2010.

“Kenya Bixa Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer”.

FH/Kenya (Food for the Hungry) Re-Advertisement - Millennium Water Alliance Director

FH/Kenya (Food for the Hungry), a Christian Relief and Development NGO seek to recruit for the following position:

Job Title: Millennium Water Alliance Director
Department: WASH

Location: Nairobi with occasional travel to the field
Reports To: Country Director (CD)

Closing: 16th July, 2010

Summary

This position is responsible for the coordination and overseeing the work of Millennium Water Alliance in Kenya. The MWA Director will expand the scope and size of MWA’s influence in water issues in Kenya, advocating for improved integrated water systems with appropriate Kenya government counterparts and key donors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Key Result #1 – Leadership, Coordination and Management

• Coordinate all MWP activities among the partners (CARE, WV, LI, LW, FH, and CRS).
• Provide leadership to and coordinate with the partners in Kenya and US to ensure successful implementation of grant funded projects won by MWA Kenya.
• Manage, supervise, lead, and support the Secretariat Staff.
• Act as the liaison between the MWA and the MWP in Kenya.
• Obtain quarterly, end-of-program reports, and other required reports from implementing partners: review; request revisions; consolidate and submit them to MWA US.
• Ensure that the reports are prepared in a timely manner and in accordance with donor and MWA requirements.
• Ensure that financial records are maintained in accordance with MWA and FH policies and procedures.

Key Result #2 -- Strategy Development and Resource Development

• In consultation with and under the tacit approval of the MWA Kenya Program Management Group and MWA (US), develop a strategy for MWA in Kenya.
• This strategy should be innovative and clear-minded to address WASH issues in areas of the country that suffer from poor access to water and sanitation facilities, poor hygiene and related illnesses, and inequitable distribution of resources related to these.
• The strategy should take into account the neediest most vulnerable locations and populations.
• Directly related to a program strategy, the MWA Director will facilitate the development and implementation of an aggressive resource development and diversification plan to help meet the needs outlined by the program strategy.

Key Result #3 – Representation and Advocacy

• Work closely with the Government of Kenya (Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Education, and other relevant departments) to collaborate and ensure alignment with GOK strategic initiatives.
• Initiate and facilitate undertaking of Action Researches and adaptation of innovative and low cost technology options.
• Facilitate the development of strategies for learning, advocacy and communication.
• Participate in fora geared toward policy formulation and implementation utilizing the formidable gathering of organizations in MWA Kenya for the purposes of influencing the water, sanitation and hygiene policies of the Kenyan government in favor of the poor communities.

Key Result #4 – Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

• Lead in facilitating joint planning and progress review with partners.
• Ensure the exchange of ideas across MWP and facilitate these exchanges.
• Strengthen collaboration and linkage between program partners working in water, hygiene, and sanitation.
• In consultation with and under the tacit approval of the MWA Kenya Program Management Group and MWA (US), establish a common monitoring and evaluation system in all the interventions and disseminate important program documents and other technical materials.
• Document lessons learned and produce six-monthly reports focused on lessons learned.
• Monitor and enhance the partnership using various partnership tools.
• Monitor the work, progress and quality of implementation and compliance of partners with the terms of their agreements and work plans.
• Develop, monitor and evaluate program indicators and standards for use by all the MWA partners.
• Initiate and facilitate research to test innovative WASH technologies and make recommendations to PMG.
• Identify, document and disseminate best practices and lessons learned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational level:

• Masters in environmental studies, development, engineering, public health, or similar field with at least 7 years in design and implementation of programs in development context.
• Experience with international NGOs or UN Agencies is an added advantage.
• Good understanding of Kenyan government policies and structures related to water systems and SPHERE standards desired.
• Computer fluency required (MS Office, web, etc).
• Proven ability to convene and/or chair high profile meetings
• Proficient in Program Cycle Management (Planning, Assessments, Concept/Proposal Development, Implementation, Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation) and fundraising
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to complete tasks on schedule with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with staff, partners, and volunteers

Other Competencies/Attributes:

• A team player, capable of building working relations with people from across Kenya and around the world
• Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina (may work long hours)
• Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
• Good understanding of consortium dynamics. Ability to maintain working relationships even in the face of challenges
• Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
• Willingness to travel out of major city limits to each members sites.
• Ability to conduct community water needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of water and sanitation activities
• Proposal/concept paper writing skills for fundraising.
• Ability to network with the Government, other NGOs and International Organizations such as WHO, UNDP, UNICEF, etc.
• Able to manage human resources for optimum effectiveness and efficiency.
• Fluency in spoken and written English

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications quoting current remuneration, updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to:

Human Resources Manager,
P. O Box 14978 - 00800
Nairobi

or email address hr_fhkenya@fh.org

NB: only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Those who applied previously need not apply again.

Food for the Hungry Kenya - Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Title: M&E Manager
Reports to: Country Director (CD)

Closing Date: 15th July 2010
Duty Station: Nairobi with frequent travels to the field offices

Job Summary

Food for the Hungry /Kenya, a Christian relief and development agency is looking for M&E Manager to head its M&E department. The M&E Manager is responsible for guiding the overall M&E strategy and implementation of related activities within the organization and providing timely and relevant information to program staff and other stakeholders.

Specific Duties

Key result 1: Setting up M&E system

• Setting up M&E system and ensuring it is implemented effectively by the key stakeholder, namely the program staff and M&E staff.
• Help strengthen the project log-frame matrix, particularly in areas of objective hierarchy, indicators and monitoring mechanisms.
• Help develop the Annual Work Plan Budgets (AWPB) and guide the process of identifying and designing the key indicators for each project, to record and report physical progress against the AWPB. Also steer the process for designing the format of such progress reports.
• Guide the process for identifying the key performance questions and parameters for monitoring project performance and comparing it to targets and design the format for such performance reports.
• With stakeholders, set out the framework and procedures for the evaluation of project activities.

Key result 2: Implementing of M&E

• Based on the AWPB and in particular the program budgets, design the framework for the physical and process monitoring of project activities
• Review monitoring reports, analyze them for impact evaluation and identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation.
• Collaborate with staff and implementing partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.
• Foster participatory planning and monitoring by training and involving primary stakeholder groups in the M&E of activities and plan for regular opportunities to identify lessons learned and implications for the project’s next steps.

Key result 3: Staff and communication

• Supervise and ensure all M&E staff are fulfilling their assigned roles.
• Prepare reports on M&E findings, as required, working with technical staff and other implementing partners.
• Guide the regular sharing of the outputs of M&E findings with project staff, implementing partners and primary stakeholders, ensuring that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action.

Competencies and skills

• Minimum Bachelors degree in development related studies with strong quantitative background such as economics, statistics and public health, or its equivalent from a reputable training institution.
• Experience in program M&E preferable in donor funded projects
• Minimum of five years relevant experience in Non Governmental development organization.
• Must be computer literate with excellent report writing, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic and committed to serve the poor in relation to FH/Kenya’s Christian Foundation Beliefs.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications, updated CV with three referees and day telephone contacts to: Human Resources Manager, P.O Box 14978 - 00800 Nairobi or email address hr_fhkenya@fh.org

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Plant Engineer/Manager Vacancy in Kenya

Required immediately for a busy medium sized FMCG manufacturing company

Requirements

• Age between 30 and 40 years
• University degree and/ or Higher National Diploma from a recognized national polytechnic
• At least 4 years proven hands on experience managing a busy maintenance department
• Possess overall plant management skills/experience as the chosen candidate will be required to also take up the overall plant management role
• Proven ability to offer leadership/supervision to the maintenance team in particular and to all plant staff in general to ensure minimum machine down time at optimal cost and overall efficient running of the plant
• Training/ exposure in business management and procurement an added advantage
• Experience and exposure to project design, costing, management, supervision and reporting
• Thorough knowledge in the use of computers both as a working and reporting tool.
• Immediate availability

Interested candidates are requested to preferably apply online to jobonoffer777@gmail.com not later than Wednesday 7th July 2010

Oshwal Academy Mombasa Jobs -: Food Service Manager and Sport Coaches

We are seeking seasoned staff to ii the following vacancies:

1. Food Service Manager

The Manager, Food Services serves as a leader, motivator and expert in canteen and food services. The chosen candidate will be primarily responsible for planning, organising, directing, controlling and evaluating the food operations of QAM, providing all daily snacks & meals to the school community.

In addition,

• Plan, develop, and deliver food menus that are appropriate to the age groups (children and adults), and that are healthy, nutritious and delicious, within the agreed budget.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and controls for inventories of all dry goods, frozen goods and others with the objective of serving fresh delicious and nutritious food and minimizing wastage and spoilage.
• Ensure that requirements for appropriate health and safety levels in respective areas are met and continually sustained.
• Strong supervisory and management skills relative to operation and execution of all areas of food services - people management, menu development, food preparations and kitchens, bakery and serving
• Possess a strong sense of customer service, quality and interpersonal skills

2. Sport Coaches

Due to the variety of athletic & sport programmes we have on offer, we need the services of at least two full-time sport coaches in our PE & Outdoor department.

The successful candidates need to be proactive, passionate about their area of expertise and a team player. In addition, you will be motivated individuals with a keen interest in encouraging and inspiring students to love outdoor and sport activities.

The following additional requirements for the respective jobs are:

• To state your area(s) of expertise
• A professional qualification(s)
• More than 5 years of coaching experience.
• A passion for developing and coaching students.
• A good communicator with good English language skills.
• A team player with good people skills.

Start date to be end August 2010 and to the successful candidates we offer a competitive salary and benefits. Applications to include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and details of three contactable references.

Delivery of applications either by post to:

HR Jobs
Oshwal Academy Mombasa
P0 Box 83021, Mombasa, 80100

Or, mailed electronically to hrjobs@oshwal-academy.org with the position applied for in the subject line.

Or, hand-delivered to our campus in Beach Road West, Nyali, Mombasa.

The deadline for applications are 6th July 2010 and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Human Resources Manager Ultimate Engineering Jobs in Kenya

Ultimate Engineering ltd, is an ISO certified company, rated among top 100 medium sized companies.

We are a technology and service oriented company specializing in Electrical installations, Data cabling and networking solutions and Air conditioning Installations.

We are seeking to recruit dynamic, energetic and well qualified personnel to urgently fill the position of Human Resources Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare demand and supply forecast of people requirements in terms of numbers, skills and competences sufficient to carry out projects at hand in liaison with HOD’s.
• Plan for the recruitment, orientation and retention of employees to meet business requirements.
• Develop and maintain performance processes which are owned by line managers and employees and make significant contribution to employee motivation, performance and development.
• Plan and implement employee development programmes to meet identified needs and satisfy the company’s requirements for an effective and multi-skilled workforce.
• Advice on reward management and the operation of the company’s pay structure and performance pay schemes which obtain, retain and motivate employees.
• Maintain an effective computerized personnel information system.
• Insurance provision and medical scheme implementation, renewal and re-evaluation for optimum premium payment and maximum cover protection
• Develop and implement effective Human Resource policies and procedures.
• Effective handling of employee grievances and disciplinary issues.
• Advise management on all statutory requirements and changes.
• Handling all issues pertaining to employee occupational safety and health.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any business field.
• Professional qualification in Human Resource (Higher National Diploma).
• Computer literate.
• Minimum 5 years work experience as a Human Resources Manager in an organization with a large work force.
• Having worked in an Engineering company will be a definite advantage.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility in terms of travel to outside sites.

To apply for this position, send your CV to hr@ultimate.co.ke before 9th July 2010 and quote the position in the subject line.

Ultimate Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Vacancy: Marketing Specialist

Organization: ACDI/VOCA

Title: Marketing Specialist

Reference: MKT-01

Location: Juba

Start Date: As soon as possible

Duration: 1+ Year

About ACDI/VOCA:

For 45 years and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society.

Position Description:

We are currently seeking a Marketing Specialist for a development project in Southern Sudan. Based in Juba, s/he will be responsible for identifying constraints to market access, determining appropriate solutions, and working to establish linkages between farmers, producer organizations, agribusinesses, traders and end markets. This will involve substantial producer-level training in post-harvest handling, processing and packaging techniques, as well as other tasks as required.  

Qualifications:

• University degree in marketing, business, or similar field
• 3-5 years marketing experience with an NGO or similar organization
• Fluency in English

• Fluency in local language and knowledge of local culture

• Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel
• Women are encouraged to apply. EOE.

To Apply:

Apply via e-mail at ACDIVOCA.SudanRecruit@gmail.com

Program Manager, African Alliance for Improved Food Processing, Dar es salaam, Tanzania

Exciting opportunity for Program Manager, African Alliance for Improved Food Processing, Dar es salaam, Tanzania

TechnoServe is an international non profit development organization whose mission is to build businesses that create jobs, income, opportunity, and economic growth in developing countries across Africa, Latin America and India with a future view of expanding into new regions. Our strategies are based on a market-driven, business-oriented approach employed and refined over the past 40 years.

a.     Primary purpose & function of the role: TechnoServe seeks a Program Manager (PM) for a potential USAID-funded alliance for improved food processing in Africa. This program will be implemented in partnership with one of the world’s leading food companies. The overall goal of the program is to build the capacity of African food processing companies to meet food safety standards and be profitable, competitive suppliers in food sector value chains. The objective is to build the capacity of food processing companies in Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia and Kenya (and potentially other countries) to meet national food safety and quality standards and to be competitive suppliers into local and regional markets. TechnoServe and the global food company will replicate a delivery model they are already implementing in Tanzania.

b.     Duties & Responsibilities: Reporting to the Regional Director, East Africa,  and working closely with the global company HQ in the US, the incumbent will be responsible for the following: Overall program and financial management ;Provide guidance and oversight to field teams across the five countries on the strategic approach to be refined ;Manage and provide support to teams doing SME landscape scans and strategy development in Kenya, Ethiopia, Malawi and Zambia (and potentially others) ;Outreach to local missions and development of additional activities to secure funding for expansion of activities in the initial countries and identify new opportunities in additional countries ;Lead M&E and knowledge sharing;Lead communications with global food company on all aspects of program delivery;Liaise with USAID, PEPFAR in the field and US (in conjunction with TechnoServe USG key account manager)

c.      Knowledge & Expertise: The incumbent will possess the following knowledge and expertise: Advanced degree in Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or other relevant degree ; At least 3 years of experience managing relevant international SME development programs, with a minimum of one year managing USAID programs AND/OR ; At least 3 years experience managing projects in agro-processing ;Experience living and working in sub-Saharan Africa ;Strong private sector market orientation, entrepreneurial and innovative thinker ;Strong leadership/management experience with an international development contractor or international NGO, as a manager of programs ;Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary, and challenging field operations in developing countries, Africa preferred ;Demonstrated skills in problem solving, consensus building, and coordination of diverse stakeholders ;Knowledge of USAID regulations and procedure ;Verbal and written fluency in English ;Previous successful experience mentoring and building capacity of local staff

Qualified candidates should submit their applications by email (letters and CV’s as one document- not separate attachment) addressed to the Country Director. Your application should include your current monthly/previous salary and benefits as well as your expected salary. Submit your application to admin@technoserve.or.ke so as to reach us by 16^th July 2010.

TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer.

                                                       www.technoserve.org

Technical Sales Executive - Synthesys Systems Jobs in Uganda

Our client, Synthesys Systems Limited (www.synthesys.co.ke), is a proven leader in the field of integrated security solutions and with Head Offices in Nairobi.

The client is looking for a Technical Sales Executive to be based in Uganda.

Location: Uganda

Responsibilities

• Generate sales leads and secure new business by maintaining relationships with existing and potential customers to capitalize on new business opportunities and achieve long-term ‘customer satisfaction’.
• Identify, develop and close sales with new customers by developing relationships with potentially new customers.
• Maintain detailed files including market, product, and customer specific information, and provide input as required regarding potential future opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Ugandan Nationality
• Knowledge of the local market and experience in sales of technical products preferably in the security segment
• Self driven results-oriented person with outstanding presentation skills.
• As of a necessity they will have a positive attitude, excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate outstanding maturity and initiative

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a technical bachelor’s degree or a diploma in one of the following (electrical engineering / electronic engineering or IT)
• Experience in technical sales will be important. (At least 2 years experience)

Interested?

Send your CV ONLY to jobs@flexi-personnel.com indicating the position and minimum salary expectation on the subject line by Monday 5th July 2010 .

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Comfort the Children Rafiki Link Coordinator

This position is based out of Comfort the Children (CTC)’s office in Maai Mahiu, Kenya and reports to the CTC Kenya National Director.

Rafiki Link is a technology-based sister school program which links schools in Maai Mahiu Division, Naivasha District, Kenya in a community of friendship and support with schools in other parts of the world.

The goals of Rafiki Link in Kenya are:

• To provide an environment for authentic mutual cultural exchange with peers on the other side of the world
• To build participatory leadership, awareness, and compassion amongst youth
• To understand and build youth connections with the work done by CTC in Kenya
• To build a base of community leaders in Kenya
• To develop 21st century work force skills around technology and online collaboration

This position will coordinate the Rafiki Link in Kenya, starting on a part-time basis.

Responsibilities:

Collaborative Projects

• Work with teachers to generate and facilitate curriculum-based projects which connect schools overseas with schools in Maai Mahiu
• Work with students to generate creative extra-curricular projects which connect Canada/UK/US and Kenya, and transmit these projects to online sites

Training

• Encourage teachers and students to use information technology, including blogs / facebook / youtube for the purpose of school-to-school communication
• Provide ongoing training for students in participatory leadership and global citizenship.

Administration

• Represent CTC in the schools, maintaining a positive relationship and reputation in the community
• Prepare monthly reports and submit to National Director and Education Director
• Track attendance of students and make a database of participants
• Maintain donated equipment and supplies
• Administrate awards and recognition system

The desired candidate will have:

• Kenya teachers’ certification or equivalent
• A creative mind, open to new ideas and projects
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with email and online communication
• Experience working in non-formal setting with youth – sports and recreation, youth group, leadership group, or community-based organisation
• Experience program and/or event planning
• Familiarity with blogs and social networking (eg Facebook) preferred
• Familiarity with North American culture and education systems preferred

Time commitment: part-time (21 hours per week) contract, July – December 2010.

Contract may be renewed with possibility of extended hours in January 2011.

Compensation: 16,800 Ksh per month

Benefits:

• Use of CTC laptop, cellphone, and modem
• 1,000 Ksh cellphone credit per month
• Transport reimbursable with receipts up to Ksh 1000/month
• Supplies reimbursable with receipts
• Additional training / professional development paid for up to Ksh 30,000

Applications due Monday, July 12th. No late applications will be accepted.

Apply to:

Jeremiah Kuria
CTC National Director
jeremiahk – at - ctcinternational.org

VSF Belgium Consultancy for ECF Baseline Survey in South Sudan

Livestock – Epidemio - Surveillance Project Southern Sub – Project (Southern Sudan)

Baseline survey to map the extent of the expansion of East Coat Fever in South Sudan

Terms of Reference

Introduction

Veterinaires Sans Frontieres Belgium (VSF-Belgium) is an international non-governmental organization whose vision is to improve the welfare of vulnerable populations in developing countries, through improving animal health and production.

We have been a key player in the livestock sector in Southern Sudan since 1995 with a major role in the establishment of a community based animal health delivery system. Since 2007 VSF Belgium has been involved directly in supporting the Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) in the establishment of an effective and efficient disease surveillance system in South Sudan.

This is under Livestock Epidemio-surveillance Southern sub-project (LESP) through a grant from the European Community (EC), a parallel project is being implemented in northern Sudan.

The overall objective of the project is long-term reduction of poverty of those involved in livestock farming.

The specific objectives are:

• Completion of the rinderpest eradication pathway in Southern Sudan completed by 2008.
• Establishment of an effective and sustainable epidemio-surveillance system (ESS) owned and supported by the Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) in order to support timely and effectively livestock disease control
• Ensure that the GoSS Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) has an informed and fully-costed strategy addressing main animal health issues affecting Southern Sudan

The target groups for the project are the livestock owners of Southern Sudan, Community-based Animal Health Workers (CAHWs), Animal Health Auxiliaries, (AHAs), public and private veterinarians, Southern Sudan State Ministries of Agriculture and Animal Resources and Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) Directorate of Veterinary Services.

Consultancy summary

In the past three years the project had its focus on addressing the completion of rinderpest eradication pathway as recommended by the World Animal Health Organization (OIE), as well as strengthening the disease surveillance capacity of the government of South Sudan specifically targeting priority and emerging livestock diseases in South Sudan.

However East Coast Fever (ECF) which was traditionally confined to the Equatoria Region of South Sudan seems to have spilled over to the neighboring states of Jonglei and Lakes, and is already causing alarm with a considerable loss among the native naïve livestock population. Due to this threat the disease has become a top priority for the affected communities and the government.

Given the above, VSF-Belgium is seeking to engage one or more experts to map the distribution of ECF and its vector (Rhipicephalus appendiculatus) in South Sudan and the extent of their spread into new ecological zones. The expert(s) will be encouraged to work with MARF expert(s) in order to facilitate training and capacity building of the Ministry staff.

They will be expected to compile baseline information on geographical distribution, seasonal occurrence, mortality and morbidity rates of ECF, including other important tick-borne diseases, and to describe any deviation in the distribution of the vector based on the previous and current distribution status.

This information will be used by GOSS MARF and the States to design an urgent intervention to contain the current outbreak of ECF and stop any further spread into other clean areas.

Location

• The survey will cover 4 States of Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, Jonglei and Lakes States

Objectives of the baseline survey;

• Map the geographical distribution of ECF and its vector Rhipicephalus appendiculatus in the target states
• Map the current inter and intra-state livestock migratory and trade routes, and identify the most critical pastoralists interaction points for the purpose of putting in place an agreed measure to limit the spread of ECF infection.
• Assess the socio-economic impact of the disease in the affected states
• Identify the other priority diseases including any other potential tick borne diseases in the affected areas.
• Provide recommendations for the best approach to control tick borne diseases in South Sudan in general with special focus on current ECF outbreak in Jonglei and Lakes states.

Execution

• The expert(s) will draft a detailed work plan for the survey within the first one (1) week of signing the contract
• A participatory approach will be expected with maximum stakeholder participation and appropriate involvement of MARF and project target groups at all stages. However information on T. Parva and Rhipicephalus appendiculatus needs to be confirmed through sample collection and laboratory analysis
• The whole mission is expected to be completed within 30 days (4 days desk work, 3 weeks field work, 3 days report writing, and 2 days validation workshop).

Deliverables

The expert(s) will be expected to submit a hard and soft copy of a detailed work plan within one (1) of signing the consultancy contract.

A detailed final report will be presented to the VSF-B Regional Director and LESP Subproject Coordinator entailing the findings and recommendation of the survey. The entire report will be presented in English and will remain the property of VSF-B. A hard copy and a soft copy must be submitted.

A draft report will be expected seven (7) days after the end of the mission and the final report is expected 5 days after VSF-B’s comments.

The contents of the report shall be as follows:

• Executive summary (covering major findings and recommendations).
• Background.
• Description of the objectives of the mission and execution methodology.
• Findings
• Problems encountered
• Recommendations;
• Annexes covering Terms of Reference, abbreviations, data collection formats and questionnaires used references, graphs, tables, etc.).

Responsibilities

The LESP Technical Advisor based in Juba, Southern Sudan will ensure the overall coordination of the mission in conjunction with the Project Coordinator (PC) also based in Juba. The expert(s) will be expected to work closely with MARF and relevant stakeholders.

The LESP Sub-Project Coordinator will have overall responsibility and accountability for the mission and will provide guidance through all stages of the studies.

The expert(s) will be part of the Project Management Unit which reports to the PC.

Qualifications

The expert(s) are expected to have the following attributes:

• Livestock expert with at least seven years experience in Tick Borne Diseases (TBD)
• Experience in carrying out similar surveys, using participatory methodologies and a proven track record of excellent results delivery.
• Experience with social analysis of development in a rural and post-conflict environment.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Working experience in Southern Sudan is desirable.

Contact Information

Interested consultants should prepare and submit to VSF-B both technical and financial proposal for the assignment by 13th July 2010.

They should indicate their qualifications and experience with a detailed execution plan.

The proposals, CV and letter of motivation as well as three (3) referees should be send electronically to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke