Panafrican Trucks & Equipment - Assistant Trainer Vacancy

We strive to be the leader in what we do and in the territories we operate. To achieve this, we need people in our team who are committed, have the drive and positive attitude that helps develop positive results.

The Komatsu Nairobi Training Centre, a department within Panafrican Trucks & Equipment K Ltd. is looking to fill the following position that has fallen vacant.

Assistant Trainer
(one position)

Reporting to the Technical Training Manager, the ideal candidate, aged between 30 and 35 years of age will:

• Have a Degree or Higher Diploma in Mechanical, Construction or Plant Engineering.
• Have a Diploma in Technical Education.
• Have at least five (5) years working experience in a workshop or training role.
• Be very flexible as work demands/times are not fixed.

Main duties will include the following:

• To work as assistant instructor at K.N.T.C both in lectures and practical sessions.
• To evaluate the results of practical trainings as per aims and objectives of the sessions.
• To prepare new product and troubleshooting training under the supervision of the Technical Training Manager.
• To assist in developing, and upgrading training materials for the centre in a cost effective manner.
• To visit job sites (Kenya, Tanzania, Nigeria and Ghana) to conduct OJT while courses are off time.

If you meet the qualifications above and are interested in joining our team, kindly send your updated CV and an application letter indicating your current remuneration details to hr@panafricantrucks.com, clearly stating the position applied for.

The deadline for applications is 13th August 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing, in any form, will lead to automatic disqualification.

Ernst & Young Experienced Tax Seniors/Tax Managers Vacancies in Rwanda

Ernst & Young is a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transactions and Advisory Services. Worldwide our 144,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality.

At Ernst & Young we are committed to achieving potential, it’s how we make a difference – for our people, our clients and our wider communities.

We are seeking enthusiastic Tax Seniors/Tax Managers to join our East Africa Tax Practice to be based in Rwanda. You must have the ability to immediately apply your knowledge and passion for tax and meet the minimum requirements below.

In return you will receive excellent experiences, mentoring and benefits that will help you continue to grow in the Tax field.

Qualifications/ Skills/Experience

• Minimum years experience in external Tax consulting in either a Tax Authority or Tax Advisory Firm:
• Tax Manager 5 years
• Tax Senior 3 years
• Minimum Second Upper degree in Finance/ Economics/Accounting
• Fully qualified in either ACCA or CPA (K)
• Good working knowledge of Kenyan taxation laws and practices – working knowledge of Rwandan laws an advantage
• Excellent system skills

Personal Attributes

• Willing to relocate to Rwanda for a minimum of 2 years (assistance provided)
• Demonstrable integrity
• Positive attitude
• Ability to work without supervision
• Deadlines orientated and highly organized
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements above should apply online:

Go to www.ey.com/careers

1. On the right hand side of the page, in the block labelled “Job search”, click “experienced”,
2. Under the Location drop down, choose Rwanda and click search for jobs, all Rwandan vacancies will appear.
3. Choose the appropriate vacancy – Tax Senior = KIG00002, Tax Manager = KIG0003 and apply.
4. Please ensure that you upload your CV, transcript/testimonial, O & A’ Level Certificate and ACCA or CPA certificates.

Please note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the application Process will be contacted for an interview.

Deadline date for sending applications is 15th August 2010.

Hass Petroleum Manager, Specialty Products Jobs in Kenya

Hass Petroleum, a regional oil Marketing company operating in East Africa and the
Great lakes region invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced oil
industry executives for the following position.

Manager, Specialty Products in charge of :-

1. LPG
2. Bitumen
3. Jet A1
4. Lubricants

Overview of Job Purpose

• Drive Bitumen, LPG, Fuel oil, Jet-A1and lubricants sales in liaison with all affiliate stakeholders.
• Execute Sales and Marketing activities, after sales product support and profitability.
• Accountable for sales volume and profit margin.
• Develop and implement effective strategies for LPG, Lubricants, Bitumen and Jet-A1.
• Manage specialty products sales in Consumer and Commercial sectors.
• Customer relationship management in specialty sector.
• Profitable development of the specialty products sector.
• Capacity development of the Sales team.
• Leadership and supervision of direct reports to meet Business Plan goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop LPG, Lubricants ,Bitumen and Jet A1 sector business.
• Secure Industrial, commercial, specialty products business.
• Execute strategic business opportunities in the specialty sector.

Professional Qualifications and experience

• Degree in Engineering or relevant qualifications.
• Professional training in relevant field.
• Over 5 years post qualification management experience.
• Demonstrated performance in a role of equal dynamics.
• Strong professional skills to represent the company at the highest level.

Qualified candidates meeting the outlined criteria are invited to apply to the following address by 6th August, 2010: hr@hasspetroleum.com

JOBS AT KENTRAIN LTD

   A GENERAL MANAGER

- Mature 35 - 45 years

-  A Degree or Higher national Diploma from a reputable University/College

-  Excellent spoken and written English

-  Valid Driving licenses heavy commercial, Owns a Car is an added advantage

-  5 years experience and above in a Managerial position

-  Knowledge of Human resource and kenyan labour laws added advantange

-  Knowledge of the Horticulture Business an added advantage

-   Good supervisory skills

-  Knowledge of IT and IT packages a MUST

-  Knowledge of the Export market an added advantage

-  Knowledge of basic motor vehicle repairs an added advantage
 - A quick thinker and outgoing.

A FARM MANAGER (AGRONOMIST)

- To manage a farm in Yatta..
-  Must have previous experience at least 2 years.
- Age 30+


NB/ Salary are negotiable for the two positions.

Send your cv to titus@kentrain.co.ke

STORES MANAGER - HYOUNG

Stationed at the Head Office and reporting to the Materials Control Manager, the responsibilities of the above will be:

·         Re-organising the running and setup of the Company stores to ensure they are in accordance with the best practice procedures.

·         Receiving of all materials, parts and equipment on behalf of the Company and issuing the appropriate documentation.

·         Coordination with the Imports and Logistic dept in relation to purchases (local and imports) of materials and parts.

·         Ensure proper and prompt documentation and updating of items in and out of the stores is kept at all times.

·         Maintain adequate stock levels and advise the management on material usage.

·         Ensure proper storage and labelling of all materials and parts.

·         Coordination with the various sites’ stores to ensure they adhere to the Company Stores procedures in all their activities.

·         Management of all stores, imports and purchasing personnel at the head office.

·         In charge of periodic and perpetual stock taking at all the stores, updating of the same in the bin cards and reconciling with the book stocks.

·         Any other duty to be assigned.

Qualifications

·         At least 3 years experience in a similar position.

·         Experience in structural, mechanical, electrical materials will be added advantage.

·         At least a relevant University degree e.g.  B.Com, Engineering etc.  A post graduate diploma Purchasing, project management or Logistics will be an added advantage

·         Ability to work without supervision and achieve beyond the required standards

·         Above average computer proficiency

·         Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds

Application

Interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to Jobs@hyoung.co.ke

STORES MANAGER - HYOUNG

Stationed at the Head Office and reporting to the Materials Control Manager, the responsibilities of the above will be:

·         Re-organising the running and setup of the Company stores to ensure they are in accordance with the best practice procedures.

·         Receiving of all materials, parts and equipment on behalf of the Company and issuing the appropriate documentation.

·         Coordination with the Imports and Logistic dept in relation to purchases (local and imports) of materials and parts.

·         Ensure proper and prompt documentation and updating of items in and out of the stores is kept at all times.

·         Maintain adequate stock levels and advise the management on material usage.

·         Ensure proper storage and labelling of all materials and parts.

·         Coordination with the various sites’ stores to ensure they adhere to the Company Stores procedures in all their activities.

·         Management of all stores, imports and purchasing personnel at the head office.

·         In charge of periodic and perpetual stock taking at all the stores, updating of the same in the bin cards and reconciling with the book stocks.

·         Any other duty to be assigned.

Qualifications

·         At least 3 years experience in a similar position.

·         Experience in structural, mechanical, electrical materials will be added advantage.

·         At least a relevant University degree e.g.  B.Com, Engineering etc.  A post graduate diploma Purchasing, project management or Logistics will be an added advantage

·         Ability to work without supervision and achieve beyond the required standards

·         Above average computer proficiency

·         Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds

Application

Interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to Jobs@hyoung.co.ke

I&M Bank Kenya Jobs

1. Branch Manager
2. Relationship Managers/Officers
3. Manager, Operational Risk & Compliance
4. Ecommerce & POS Acquiring Manager / Officer
5. Internal Audit Officer

I&M Bank is a medium-sized regional bank with a fast growing branch network around the country; seeking to fill the following positions as part of its expanding operations.

Branch Manager

Ref: HRD – BM/1/07/2010

The key responsibilities for this position are to:

• Market for, and build up a portfolio of asset and/or liability customers and cross – sell a range of corporate or retail products.
• Prospect for,  acquire and grow a set of high quality account relationships
• Prepare  appropriate  and  well   researched  credit  proposals  for approval
• Effectively manage the existing and new relationships Identify the sale – on opportunities
• Ensure the quick turn around time on service delivery
• Enhance customer service
• Build up and maintain a cohesive and motivated team at the branch level Participate in product development and marketing initiatives
• Monitor facility utilization

Qualifications and Experience:

• Over 5 years hands on experience in a relationship/marketing function in a reputable bank, with relevant banking knowledge.
• University graduate with strong analytical skills
• Excellent marketing and communications skill;
• Relationship management skills
• Excellent proposal writing skills Well-developed credit analysis skills
• Possess appropriate knowledge in banking products and operations
• Person not having experience in handling credit relationships need not apply

Relationship Managers/Officers
Ref: HRD – RM/2/07/2010

Job profile:

The Relationship Manager/Officer will report to the Branch Manager and will be responsible for:

• Growing and exploiting business opportunities
• Effectively manage the existing and new relationships
• Identifying the sale – on opportunities
• Enhancing customer service
• Preparing credit proposals for bank facilities.
• Participating in product development and marketing initiatives

Qualifications and competencies:

• At least 2-4 years practical experience as a relationship person in marketing and managing existing portfolio.
• A graduate from a recognized university
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Marketing and business development skills
• Relationship management skills
• Computer literacy
• Team player
• Person not having experience in handling credit relationships need not apply

Manager, Operational Risk & Compliance

Ref: HRD – OR/3/07/2010

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities for this position are to:

• Ensure that the operational risk framework and operational risk policies are implemented in the Bank, and that all staff are aware of Operational Risk policies and procedures.
• Provide tools and methodologies to facilitate the identification, measurement and monitoring of operational risk and control.
• Provide the necessary guidance and training to ensure compliance with the operational risk framework. Ensure that all potential operational risks within the Bank are monitored and managed and that adequate controls are in place to prevent regulatory breaches (CBK) and regulatory fines.
• To take ownership of the RCSA (Risk Control Self Assessment) process for the Bank and ensure that they are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure that an effective Information Risk Management (IRM) environment exists.
• Ensure that Business Continuity Management (BCM) plans; processes and procedures are up-to-date and followed as per agreed schedules.

Qualifications and competencies

• A graduate from a recognized university
• 5 years experience with at least 3 years practical experience in operational risk environment.
• Banking knowledge
• Comprehensive knowledge of operational risk methodology.
• Knowledge of information risk management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of excel and relevant core banking software.

Ecommerce & POS Acquiring Manager / Officer

Ref: HRD – AM/4/07/2010

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibility for this position is to;

• Prospect for, acquire and grow a set of high quality merchant and point of sales relationships
• Sale and Market ecommerce products to merchant establishments and point of sales.
• Prepare and vet business proposals
• Ensure compliance of visa and  master card to the regulatory requirements.
• Conduct cost and benefits analysis on business proposals relating to merchant and point of sales.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Over 3-4 years hands on experience in acquiring business from a reputable Bank
• University graduate, preferably in business, with strong analytical skills
• Practical knowledge and skills in selling and marketing ecommerce business;
• Knowledge merchant acquiring systems Knowledge in cost benefit analysis
• Strong IT skills
• Excellent proposal writing skills

Internal Audit Officer

Ref: HRD – IAO/4/08/2010

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate and contribute in the risk assessment process for target audit areas and documentation of results.
• Prepare and implement audit plan for specific audit assignments to ensure completion within agreed schedule.
• Develop appropriate audit tests and programs aimed at achieving the desired objectives in areas auditable.
• Draft suitable audit discussion  memos highlighting key control weaknesses,  non-compliance with procedures and management policies and regulatory requirements, among others on areas audited.
• Complete audit assignments according to the agreed audit plan.

Qualifications and Experience:

• University Graduate preferably in Accountancy, Finance or Business Administration
• Certified Public Accountant, ACCA or equivalent.
• Banking professional qualifications will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of banking operations.
• Minimum of 3 years banking experience in Internal Audit or any related function.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Good numeric and analytical skills.
• Proactive and innovative.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

If you meet the requirements for the above positions, please forward your application to recruit@imbank.co.ke on or before 18th August 2010.

(Physical applications will not be accepted).

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Consultancy Services for Sector Policy Framework Paper Development for the Governance, Justice, Law and Order Sector [GJLOS] Reforms

Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Justice, National Cohesion & Constitutional Affairs [MoJNCCA]

Tender Notice: Consultancy Services for Sector Policy Framework Paper Development for the Governance, Justice, Law and Order Sector [GJLOS] Reforms

Contract Reference: MoJNCCA/22/2010-2011

Estimated Duration of Contract: 70 days

GJLOS Reforms Programme is a Government of Kenya led initiative that has been implemented since year 2004, through a sectorwide, cross-institutional approach. It has engaged the participation of over 30 Ministerial Departmental Agencies on the one hand and Non-State Actors, while drawing support from 15 International Development Partners.

GJLOS reforms have been pursued through a Medium Term Strategy framework which expired in September 2009. To keep reforming institutions together and to maintain momentum going forward, a short term Bridging and Coordination Mechanism (BCM) is currently under implementation.

The BCM prioritizes agenda-4 reforms, as well as activities supporting the designing process of the next medium term strategy.

Under the first medium term strategy (MTS), the first phase of GJLOS reforms were undertaken without a clear articulation of overarching principles underlying reforms. The lack of an overarching policy instrument meant that coordinating, monitoring and evaluating sector policy reforms was less effective.

Recognizing this weakness, the Fifth Joint Review (JRM-V) recommended for a prioritization of the sector-wide policy framework paper (PFP). Besides, stakeholders also considered the importance of sector policies to link up closely with the principles of national policies and priorities such as documented under Vision 2030 and the Medium Term Plan, and by the envisaged new constitution.

In pursuit of designing a new medium term strategy for implementing reforms, and guided by the GJLOS sector vision, MoJNCCA in collaboration with UNDP-Kenya, is seeking to implement JRM-V recommendations for prioritizing for formulation of an overarching framework by recruiting a consultancy that will develop GJLOS Sector PFP that is to be mainly informed by:

• An assessment of existing policy framework vertically and horizontally right across the GJLOS sector;
• The Vision 2030 and therefore the Medium Term Plan (MTP);
• National Dialogue and Reconciliation Accord (NARA);
• Various sector wide policy instruments including the MTEF; and
• Envisaged new constitutional dispensation.

The consultancy is to undertake a comprehensive policy assessment covering institutions and Ministerial Departmental Agencies that are currently under the GJLOS Sector, and from the findings and conclusions therein, advice roundtable dialogue process that brings together GJLOS sector stakeholder, for their further contributions to PFP development.

The consultant will then develop the final Policy Framework Paper that is ready for submission to cabinet, and, which will mainly detail policy guidelines and especially policy engagement mechanism for the next phase of reforms programme. A supplementary objective of this assignment is to provide specific recommendations to each implementing agents on policy priorities, while seeking to optimize harmonization vertically and horizontally – within and beyond the sector – with a view to building a dynamic and coherent policy-engagement mechanism for GJLOS reforms.

Tender documents giving detailed specifications of this assignment and instructions for the bid, may be obtained from the procurement department of the MoJNCCA at the 7th floor of Cooperative Building – during working hours upon payment of nonrefundable fee of Kshs 5,000 per set.

Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with tender number MoJNCCA/22/2010-2011 should be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Justice National Cohesion and Constitutional Affairs
P.O. Box 56057
Nairobi 00200

Alternatively, applications can be deposited in tender box situated on 7th floor of cooperative building offices of MoJNCCA, so as to be received by the closing date of Monday, 23rd August 2010 by 10:00 hours. Tenders will be opened immediately and bidders or their representatives are invited to witness the opening.

Pact Kenya NGO Career Opportunities

1. Project Officer
2. Grants Officer
3. Database Administrator

Pact Kenya is a Kenyan non governmental organization that facilitates institutional development of Civil Society Organizations through Capacity Building and Grants Management.

We work in Environment and Natural Resources Management, Conflict Management and Peace Building, Democracy and Governance and Women Empowerment. One of our projects funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by Pact Inc. and Pact Kenya to provide grants and capacity building support to targeted CSOs is the Kenyan Civil Society Strengthening Program (KCSSP).

The programme is seeking to attract competent individuals for the following positions:

1. Project Officer

Ref: PK/PO-PBCM 2010

Six months short term contract

Reporting to the Programme Manager – Peace Building and Conflict Management, the Project Officer will primarily support the implementation of a Peace Building and Conflict Management Rapid Response mechanism to enhance its conflict early warning, prevention, mitigation and management at both local, national, and cross border levels, as well as enhancing the capacity of local peace building structures and community based organisations towards mitigating conflict.

2. Grants Officer

Ref: PK/GO 2010

Six months short term contract

Reporting to the Grants Manager, the Grants Officer will work closely with the peace building team and will primarily ensure proper maintenance and functioning of the grants management system during the implementation of the rapid response mechanism. This shall include monitoring the grants management and administration process from solicitation through close out and ensuring proper compliance with all donor regulations.

3. Database Administrator

Ref: PK/DA 2010

annual renewable contract

Reporting to the Head of Programme Development on the data quality requirements, the Database Administrator’s primary focus will be to standardize and co-ordinate data entry and mining of information, as well as maintain database integrity. Additionally, the incumbent will provide backup support to the IT department with server administration, user account maintenance, network security, system documentation, and help-desk support functions as well as participate in planning for future upgrades and technology enhancements.

Detailed position descriptions are available on the vacancy page of our website: www.pactkenya.org

Applicants must submit

1. detailed and current CV
2. Cover Letter demonstrating why they qualify for this position
3. Contact information for 3 referees; and
4. indicate current remuneration package.

If you meet the requirements for the advertised positions, please submit your Application and CV electronically to hr.admin@pactke.org quoting the reference numbers provided.

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Deadline for applications submission will be close of business Friday 13th August, 2010

Head Teacher Vacancy

A medium size, Day and Boarding Primary School situated about 30km from Eldoret Town in Soy wishes to recruit a qualified and experienced Head Teacher.

Must have at least three years experience as a Head teacher/Deputy Head Teacher and a proven track record and will be willing to serve in rural a environment.

Qualified candidates should send their applications to the

Director,
P.O. Box Box 5080-30100,
Eldoret

to reach her not later than 7th August, 2010.

Mumias Sugar Expression of Interest - Provision of Insurance Brokerage Services

As part of its wider risk management programs Mumias Sugar Company Ltd (MSC) is seeking for services of reputable insurance Brokerage firms to manage and provide insurance in the following areas:-

1. Growing Sugar cane insurance
2. Sugar plant and general insurance
3. Distillery Plant insurance
4. Co generation plant insurance

Interested Brokerage firms are invited to submit a written application in the form of a conceptual report specifying the Company’s profile giving relevant certifications, financial strength, services provided and experience, staff strength and relevant qualifications and a list of their current clientele.

The most responsive firms will be invited to tender for provision of Insurance Brokerage Services.

Completed conceptual documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked “PROVISION OF INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES” should be addressed to:-

The Company Secretary
Mumias Sugar Company Ltd
Private Bag
Mumias

So as to reach on or before 13th August 2010 at 10.00am. The documents may also be deposited in the tender box situated at the Company’s offices at Royal Insurance Hse, 2nd Floor Nairobi.

Excellent Career Opportunities with Kenya Airways

1. Multilingual In-flight Attendant
2. Procurement officer – AOG
   
3. Procurement officer – Loans /Repairs /Exchanges
4. Procurement Officer – Fleet (A/C Consumables)
5. Procurement Officer – Rottables Logistics Support (Procurement Analyst)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenya citizens for the following job opportunities

1. Multilingual In-flight Attendant

Your role purpose is to ensure that a consistent quality customer service is given to the passenger in a safe environment for their comfort and satisfaction, while providing assistance to the Senior flight attendant onboard and all other cabin crew members

Minimum Qualifications /Competencies /Experience /Personal Attributes:

• “O” level academic achievements with a mean grade of C plain or equivalent
• Proficiency In a foreign language and Fluency in at least one of the following foreign languages:- French, Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi or South Asian dialects
• Have a positive attitude with a natural ability to provide excellent service, while working within a team environment
• Proof of experience In customer service environment with a natural flair for hospitality
• Naturally caring, warm and friendly
• Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills
• Proficiency In use of IT
• Ability to swim
• Must be at least 2lyears of age but not beyond 30 years
• Physical height of 5.4 ft and maximum weight of 62 kgs(Ladies) or 5.6 ft. and 70 kgs weight (Gentlemen)
• Strong team player of unquestionable integrity

2. Procurement officer – AOG

3. Procurement officer – Loans /Repairs /Exchanges

4. Procurement Officer – Fleet (A/C Consumables)

5. Procurement Officer – Rottables Logistics Support (Procurement Analyst).

For a full role profiles please visit our website.

You can apply by registering your application online on the Kenya Airways Web Site: www.kenya-airways.com and click on Careers.

The closing date is 15th August 2010.

NB: Kenya Airways only processes applications submitted on-line and does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are advised not to remit any funds to anyone purporting to facilitate employment in Kenya Airways.

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&EO) - Mt. Kenya East Pilot Project for Natural Resources Management

Ministry of Water and Irrigation

Mt. Kenya East Pilot Project for Natural Resources Management

Job Vacancy

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&EO)

The Government of Kenya is implementing a seven-year (2004-2011) Multi-Sectoral Mt. Kenya East Pilot Project for Natural Resources Management (MKEPP) with financial support from International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Global Environmental Facility (GEF).

The project’s goal is to contribute to poverty reduction and improve rural livelihoods for the poor communities in selected sub-catchments of five rivers (Kapinganzi/Ripinganzi, Ena, Tungu, Mutonga and Kathita) in eight districts namely: Embu, Mbeere, Meru Central, Imenti South, Imenti North, Meru South, Maara and Tharaka.

The Project Management Unit is based in Embu. The project wishes to recruit a suitably qualified person who must be a Kenyan Citizen to fill the above mentioned post at the PMU.

Duties and responsibilities

The officer will be:-

• Guiding/coordinating the development and operationalization of the project’s M&E framework;
• In consultation with the Project Manager and the technical officers, he/she will be responsible for compiling and distributing the project’s periodic progress reports;
• In collaboration with other PMU technical staff, he/she will be responsible for guiding the integration of project activities in government planning, Budgeting and policy framework;
• In collaboration with project executing agencies and PMU technical staff, she/he will coordinate specific project studies, including Reviews and Impact Assessments for incorporation into the Project’s M&E System;
• Guiding and supervising organizations and individuals contracted to carry out special project surveys, studies and trainings etc;
• Undertaking and assessing of the M&E training requirements among the project officers and community and initiate/organize relevant short training courses/sessions;
• Coordinating the revision of the Project Logical Framework and ensuring specific and general M&E indicators are developed and regularly reviewed to inform and guide project planning and implementation;
• In collaboration with the Management Information Systems Officer, the M&E officer will guide the implementation of Knowledge Management and Communication Strategy to enhance information exchange and knowledge sharing;
• Reviewing the TOR and facilitating various missions;
• Assist the Project Manager in following up of implementation of decisions made at various levels;
• Any other duty (related to the project’s activities) as may be assigned by the Project Manager.

Minimum Requirements

The applicant must have the following qualifications:-

• Be a holder of Degree in either Natural Sciences or Social Sciences from a recognized University
• A certificate in Project Planning and Management/M&E from a recognized training institution
• Have a minimum of 3 years working experience in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation in a multi-sectoral development programme/project
• Excellent report writing skills
• Be computer literate (demonstrated experience in spreadsheets, SPSS or any other statistical tools)
• Work experience and knowledge of Government of Kenya policies, operations as well as experience in working with local communities
• Capacity to work with minimum supervision to meet strict deadlines.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their application letter, detailed CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials to:

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Water and Irrigation (Maji House)
P. O. Box 49720-OO10O,
Nairobi

Att. Head of Human Resources Department (1st floor Room 145)

So as to reach us on or before 13th August 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

OSIEA - Crime and Criminal Justice Initiative Program Officer

We are seeking a Program Officer to coordinate a violence prevention and criminal justice reform program in Kenya.

The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa (OSIEA) works to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive and strategic violence prevention and criminal justice program.
• Components of such a program include: promoting resilience in young children, preventing domestic violence, developing opportunities for youth, addressing alcohol and substance abuse, providing victim support, reducing the availability of weapons, promoting diversion from pretrial detention and incarceration, supporting effective offender re-entry, and supporting community mobilization.
• Design grant-making and advocacy strategies to advance the program.
• Compile and disseminate information on violence prevention and criminal justice reform best practices.

Qualifications

• Substantive knowledge of crime prevention and criminal justice in Kenya
• Minimum of five years experience working with international crime prevention programs, criminal justice reform initiatives, and/or with national government agencies
• Advanced degree in relevant area of study
• Expertise in NGO capacity building and evaluation Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
• Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
• Travel as needed

Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package

Search Closes: August 31,2010

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter tojobs@osiea.org

No phone calls, please. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

For more information: www.soros.org

People Insights - Dealer Sales Agents

Our client is an established dealership for a leading mobile provider with an established network across the country primarily in the following regions: Nairobi, Coast, Mt Kenya, Rift Valley, Western, Nyanza, and Eastern province.

We are seeking applications to fill the following position: Dealer Sales Agents This is a field sales position with key role of undertaking wholesale distribution of airtime cards.

This is a commission based direct sales position with minimal retainer based in dealer outlets spread across the country primarily in the following regions: Nairobi, Coast, Mt Kenya, Rift Valley, Western, Nyanza, Nairobi and Eastern province.

We invite applications from highly energized individuals with passion to sell and achieve sales targets who demonstrate the following criteria:

• Completed ‘O’ Level education
• Age – 23 years and above
• Knowledge of a given local geographical area (please indicate preferred location in job application)
• Strong communication skills with ability to persuade clients
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High degree of honesty and integrity
• Should be flexible and highly mobile to undertake field sales activities

Successful candidates will be required to provide credible guarantors and references.

For further information on these opportunities or to submit CVs and applications for the positions indicated, please write to info@peopleinsightslimited.com or mail to: People Insights Limited, P.O. Box 6604-00100 Nairobi

KOMAZA - Field Director Job in Kilifi, Kenya

Field Director Wanted: Experienced, business professional with operational experience to lead field staff

Overview

Industry: Non-profit/International Development

Employer:KOMAZA

Position: Field Director

Function:Crop Production

Commitment: 2 year minimum, more preferred

Location: Kilifi, Kenya

Comp/Benefits: Commensurate with experience

Start Date: As soon as is available

The Role

As Field Director, you will be responsible for the management and development of field operations.

1. Manage all levels of field staff: coordinate and supervise all aspects of our field operations from social marketing to planting and maintenance with a current staff of 60. Troubleshoot day-to-day operational challenges.
2. Design systems to enable KOMAZA operations: work closely with both headquarters and field staff to design and implement procedures, processes and tools that will ensure smooth-running operations that can grow.
3. Capture “on-the-ground” needs and best practices: understand field challenges and bottlenecks and communicate those needs to headquarters in order to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our field systems.

This role will be based out of the Kilifi town office, but will be relocated to Ganze toward the end of 2011 (1 hour from Kilifi town).

This position will require significant amounts of field work (2-5 days per week) under difficult conditions and will require spending several nights per week in Ganze.

While there will be some office and desk work, this role will only be suitable for people with experience and who enjoy the outdoors.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Kiswahili and English: complete verbal and written mastery of both languages
• Education: top performer with a degree in forestry, agriculture, natural resource management or related areas
• Relevant work experience: work experience in the forestry or agriculture industries is strongly preferred. Experience in a field operations capacity is also looked upon favorably (utilities, construction, community mobilization, etc.) --
• Management experience: must have a minimum of 3 years (5+ preferred) managing staff in an operational capacity. Should have experience managing teams and setting clear expectations for performance and deadlines. Experience managing multiple levels of staff strongly preferred.
• Independent manager: self-managing - taking ownership over important, independent projects; capable of budgeting, prioritzing work loads, developing work plans, goals and self-deadlines
• Excellent and proactive communicator: personable yet persistent, building consensus and hearing all sides. Equal ability to communicate effectively with highly-educated international staff and minimally-educated local farmers and field staff.
• Extremely organized: clear ability to track personal responsibilities as well as ensure that all field staff is on track and have the resources they need for success.
• Fast-paced and energizing: experience getting groups of people to work hard, but most importantly to work smart, efficiently, and with a sense of purpose and accomplishment
• Patience and sense of humor: ability to adapt to changing situations and cope with the difficulty of working in remote, impoverished areas and the ability to laugh about it when things don’t work out as intended.
• Problem-solver: excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to balance farmer and field staff concerns with sound business judgment. Ability to think “big picture” (e.g. how to meet milestones for planting with 1,000+ farmers) and dig into details (e.g. how to quickly get 100 barrels to farmers with no vehicles, poor road infrastructure)
• High-quality execution: proven experience executing projects/tasks and implementing recommendations with accuracy and great attention to detail.
• Preferred but not required:

1. Competency in a Mijikenda language
2. Driver’s license (automobile and motorcycle; willingness to obtain one and spend significant time driving is required)
3. Work/living experience on Kenyan coast or in rural hardship areas

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Visit www.komaza.org/recruiting to make an online application

Save the Children UK - Business Development Manager (Horn of Africa)

Job title: Business Development Manager (Horn of Africa)

Place of work: Nairobi, Kenya

Reports to: Regional Programme Manager (Horn of Africa)

Line management responsibilities: None

Budget responsibilities: None

Child protection level: Level 3: the responsibilities of the post may require the post-holder to have regular contact with children or young people.

Job purpose

Save the Children UK has developed ambitious plans to grow income from grants and contracts in the 9 countries where we operate in East and Southern Africa region – including Angola, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe.

This year, our income target is £51 million with plans to increase our income by 10% in each of the next two years with accelerated growth of 25% per annum in fragile states like Somalia, South Sudan and Zimbabwe.

This role will support the development of new proposals and business opportunities for countries in East and Southern Africa in order to help the organisation raise sufficient funding to meet its aspiration to be the world’s leading independent children’s charity.

Specifically, the role will focus on the programme funding requirements of countries in the Horn of Africa (Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan and Kenya).

The Business Development Manager will work with country programmes in identifying donor opportunities; facilitating donor engagement at country and regional levels; assisting in the development of country fundraising strategies; and coordinating proposal development for large and strategic funding opportunities.

The role is intended to strengthen the capacities of country programmes to raise restricted funding primarily from institutional donors.

The Business Development Manager will be a member of the Regional Management Team and will be located in Nairobi, Kenya. The role works closely with Country Programme teams (Country Directors, Programme Directors, and Finance Directors), Regional Programme team (including the Regional Programme Manager, Regional Finance Manager, and various thematic technical advisors), the Business Development Manager (Southern Africa), and the Government Partnerships team based in London.

The role has an external orientation and requires engagement with donors and other members of Save the Children International who provide programme funding. The position requires regular travel to countries in the Horn of Africa.

Key accountabilities

Identification of donor opportunities

• Identify, research, and disseminate information on new funding opportunities from
• bilateral, multi-lateral, and other institutional donors.
• Cultivate business relationships with external stakeholders and potential partners for large scale or strategic funding opportunities, either as a prime or sub-recipient in joint ventures.
• Pro-actively seeks donor intelligence on prospective new opportunities or partnerships at a regional level.

Facilitate donor engagement

• Ensures regional team cultivates and manages relationships with donor agencies at regional level as appropriate.
• Ensures country programmes adopt donor engagement strategies and plans at country level.
• Accompanies country directors, progamme managers, and others on donor visits.
• Helps build strong donor relationships with SC UK home donors within the region, particularly DFID and the European Union.

Coordinate proposal development

• Directly involved in the development of high-value, complex, or multi-country proposals or bids in the region.
• Provides input and support to proposal development teams on proposals deemed medium or high risk.
• Brokers technical assistance and other resources to support proposal development at country level where necessary.

Facilitate development of country fundraising strategies

• Ensures development of country funding strategies through training, coaching, and other forms of capacity building.
• Pro-actively encourages country programmes to seek new and larger funding opportunities.
• Assists in developing funding strategies for thematic programme plans or multi-country initiatives in the region.

Business analysis

• Monitors contracts and income secured against annual country and regional targets for management information purposes.
• Provides quarterly and annual reports on income and contracts secured for the region
• Monitors proposal pipelines at country and regional levels in order to collate funding gap analysis at a regional level.

Capacity building

• Brokers training opportunities and resources to build various capacities in programme funding at country level – for instance, in proposal development, report writing, project cycle management, or donor compliance.

Person specification

Qualification and Skills

Essential

• Degree level qualification.
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Excellent budget development skills
• Presentation and communications skills
• Experience in presenting project information to donors and partners.
• Experience in leading development of large-scale or strategic proposals.
• Experience in leading development of project budgets greater than £1 million.
• Prior experience working in development or emergencies programmes in Africa.
• Experience in working with virtual teams and projects.
• Experience of working with financial and other data systems
• Manager-level experience in operational aspects of programme delivery.

Aptitudes

• Excellent team and interpersonal skills.
• Problem solver
• Rigorous, methodical, and detail-oriented
• Ability to coach or mentor senior staff in proposal development or funding strategies.
• Ability to work at distance with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide technical advice in a professional and capacity-building manner.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of countries in Horn of Africa
• Familiarity and working knowledge of child rights frameworks, programming, or organisations.

Child protection

In the overseas context all posts considered to be level 3 posts in view of potential situations which may allow expatriates unsupervised access to vulnerable children and young people.

Apply to www.savethechildren.org.uk/jobs. Quote reference 5859.

Closing date 13th August 2010.

Computer Technician

An ICT firm is looking for a mature and professional computer technician.

Skills, knowledge and experience requirements:

• Diploma in IT from a reputable institution
• 3 years experience in a busy workshop
• Knowledge in repair of laptops, desktops, projectors, printers and general office equipments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Able to work under NO supervision

Salary: Negotiable

Interested applicants should submit their CV’s on/before Thursday (5th August), 2010 to recruit@icnsolutions.co.ke

Beth International - Sales Representatives

Beth International was established in 1976 being the first Duty Free Shop at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

The company’s main operations being retail trade in jewellery, African art, crafts, precious and semi precious stones. Its’ scope of operation has been both Local and International.

The Head office is located at Longonot Place 5th floor, Kijabe Street – City Centre Nairobi, Kenya.

Since its inception it has established a chain of shops located at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) and Moi International Airport (Mombasa).

We are in the process of recruiting candidates for the position of Sales Representatives.

The requirements for the position are:

• Diploma in sales and marketing.
• Have atleast 1 year experience in a sales position
• Be a self starter who works with minimum supervision
• Strong work ethics and financial integrity.
• Team development skills
• Strong ability to achieve targets, deadlines, good organizational, Time Management and reporting skills.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills English and Swahili.
• A foreign language will be an added advantage
• Presentable, Dynamic and with leadership qualities
• Smart and professional

Send your application and CV to lillian@bethinternational.com

Project Coordinator - Zinduka Afrika, LAMU

Integrated Secure Livelihood - Project Coordinator

Organization: Zinduka Afrika

Working Station: Lamu District (Mukowe)

Job Description: To provide leadership and coordinate in the implementation of ZAF’s Secure Livelihoods program in Lamu. The program was established in the year 2006 with the intention of addressing poverty among the Boni people and the neighboring communities.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• To Coordinate and Lead in the implementation of the Lamu Integrated Secure Livelihoods Program.
• In liaison with the Head Officer identify funding gaps and opportunities to strengthen the program
• Preparation of timely weekly, monthly, quarterly and end of year reports for the program.
• To carry out procurement of the materials, products and services which are necessary for the implementation of the project(s) as approved by the National Office.
• Develop work plans and other documents that will result to enhanced strategy in the framework of the program(s).
• Identify and enhance networking and collaboration in the relevant project(s) area.
• Carry out awareness raising on the secure livelihoods program activities
• Mobilize resources/ develop funding proposal for the Program

Key Requirements

1. Holder of Degree in Social Work/ Community Development
2. Must be a Born again Christian.
3. Preferably a male
4. Ability to ride a motor bike
5. The preferred candidate should be from Lamu District ( Hindi, Mukowe or Lamu Island)
6. Should have good communication skills and report writing skills
7. Skilled in Proposal development and other fundraising strategies
8. Two years experience in NGO work in Kenya
9. Available immediately

Send Application letter and CV to info@zinduka-afrika.org; zinduka.afrika@gmail.com by 1st August 2010.