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Software Architects Jobs in Nairobi Kenya - Bridge International Academies

Position Title: Software Architect

Location: Nairobi

Number of Positions: 3

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.

Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale. We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.

About the Position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.

We have a need to recruit for the position of Software Architect to ensure that all software systems are based on sound and maintainable system architectures.

Responsibilities

Developing the architecture of new software systems as well reviewing and improving the architecture of existing systems
Creating and maintaining documentation of system architecture for new and existing systems
Ensuring that our IT systems will scale to thousands of schools and millions of students
Reviewing and improving security of our software
Choosing appropriate infrastructure for deployment of our systems including determining whether to host systems locally or remotely
Taking the lead technical role on the software team
Recommended and implementing improvements in all aspects of our software development process
Developing standards and guidelines for software design and coding to be used by the software team
Establishing processes for regular design and code reviews as well as leading these reviews
Leading regular training sessions on technical topics for the software team
Mentoring software developers in all areas of software development
Training one or two senior software engineers with the aim of turning them into software architects
Leading teams of software engineers on architecture improvement projects
Writing and debugging code
Contributing to the overall IT strategy of the company

About You

Successful candidates must possess:

10 years of experience in software engineering with at least 4 years in an architect role
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
Problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to work with a team
Ability to be adaptable and flexible
Good communication skills

Specialist knowledge required

Ability to architect systems that are critical to the day to day operations of large organizations (ERP, financial systems, CRM…)
Experience with client server, web based and mobile software
Ability to lead infrastructure selection for large and scalable software systems
Expert knowledge in standard enterprise architecture patterns such as n-tier and SOA
Experience in design and development of large scale relational databases
Experience with system integration and automated data exchange and synchronization between multiple software products (custom and off the shelf)
Experience taking software projects through the entire software lifecycle
Experience with professional software development practices such as requirements management, source code control, defect tracking, unit testing and code reviews and have been instrumental in establishing and managing such practices where you have worked
Ability to train and mentor software developers both formally and informally
Ability to write and debug code in addition to architecture and design

You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at

www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com

Software Architects Jobs in Nairobi Kenya - Bridge International Academies

Position Title: Software Architect

Location: Nairobi

Number of Positions: 3

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.

Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale. We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.

About the Position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.

We have a need to recruit for the position of Software Architect to ensure that all software systems are based on sound and maintainable system architectures.

Responsibilities

Developing the architecture of new software systems as well reviewing and improving the architecture of existing systems
Creating and maintaining documentation of system architecture for new and existing systems
Ensuring that our IT systems will scale to thousands of schools and millions of students
Reviewing and improving security of our software
Choosing appropriate infrastructure for deployment of our systems including determining whether to host systems locally or remotely
Taking the lead technical role on the software team
Recommended and implementing improvements in all aspects of our software development process
Developing standards and guidelines for software design and coding to be used by the software team
Establishing processes for regular design and code reviews as well as leading these reviews
Leading regular training sessions on technical topics for the software team
Mentoring software developers in all areas of software development
Training one or two senior software engineers with the aim of turning them into software architects
Leading teams of software engineers on architecture improvement projects
Writing and debugging code
Contributing to the overall IT strategy of the company

About You

Successful candidates must possess:

10 years of experience in software engineering with at least 4 years in an architect role
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
Problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to work with a team
Ability to be adaptable and flexible
Good communication skills

Specialist knowledge required

Ability to architect systems that are critical to the day to day operations of large organizations (ERP, financial systems, CRM…)
Experience with client server, web based and mobile software
Ability to lead infrastructure selection for large and scalable software systems
Expert knowledge in standard enterprise architecture patterns such as n-tier and SOA
Experience in design and development of large scale relational databases
Experience with system integration and automated data exchange and synchronization between multiple software products (custom and off the shelf)
Experience taking software projects through the entire software lifecycle
Experience with professional software development practices such as requirements management, source code control, defect tracking, unit testing and code reviews and have been instrumental in establishing and managing such practices where you have worked
Ability to train and mentor software developers both formally and informally
Ability to write and debug code in addition to architecture and design

You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at

www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com

Software Engineer Job in Nairobi Kenya - Bridge International Academies

Position Title: Software Engineer

Location: Nairobi

Number of Positions: 1

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.

Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale. We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.

About the Position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.

We have a need to recruit for the position of Software Engineer to build software tools that will support the operations for the network of schools.

Responsibilities

Writing code for new software systems and maintenance of existing software systems
Designing databases and writing queries in SQL
Testing and debugging software
Providing second line technical support to in-house users of software developed by our team

About You

Successful candidates must possess:

Good problem solving skills
Be detail oriented
Good time management skills
Good analytical skills
Ability to work with a team
Ability to be adaptable and flexible
Good communication skills

Specialist knowledge required

Knowledge of multiple programming languages and frameworks
Ability to independently develop software
Experience with C#, MS SQL Server, PHP, Java, Android, MySQL or SugarCRM
Knowledge and experience of professional software practices including source code control, defect tracking, unit testing and code reviews

You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at

www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com

Web Designer & Developer Job in Kenya

Department: Technical

Post: Web Designer and Developer

Reporting to: Project Manager

Requirement: Immediate

The web designer and developer shall maintaining existing as well as come up with websites and web applications for the company’s consumption as well as that of the company’s clients. The ability to deliver top quality websites and working solutions within set deadline limits and specifications shall be the benchmark of performance.

The Post holder will report to the Project manager with the progress of both his activities and the situation on the ground with relation to the business - client relationship and achievement of set targets. Please see www.mybizad.net for the company’s description.

Duties and Responsibilities

To program according to specifications given and come up with deliverables within time deadline and resources constraints
To document all project workflow and applications for easier follow up, coordination, maintenance and support
To design, develop and implement sound websites and applications to clients with no supervision
To install, configure, set up websites and applications at clients site and to offer support to clients on matters that concern the services offered to them
To make use of project management skills to manage his own job and responsibilities and be responsible for their performance
To be a solutions provider to clients when they require service and web related solutions and products
To be accountable, committed and result oriented as far as giving service to clients is concerned as well as ensuring customer satisfaction
To manage project workflow and ensure that projects are conducted in the best way possible with prudence and minimization of waste of project resources being key objectives
To ensure highest quality standards are maintained within project work and the deliverable

Essential Qualities

Evidence of experience in similar position
Web developer with the following skills: Php, javascript, Ajax, html, ASP.Net
Database platforms: SQL Server, MySql, Oracle, Sybase, foxpro, XML
Experience in using web publishing and content management tools e.g. dreamweaver, joomla, Drupal, wordpress e.t.c commercially
Graphic design using graphic design tools e.g. photoshop, illustrator, fireworks e.t.c
Evidence of past experience (at least 2 years) working with the above mentioned technologies
Excellent team player and willingness both to take direction and use own initiative as appropriate
Desire to learn new technologies and keep up with technology
Ability to adapt to new and any technology with regard to programs and programming as a whole
Ability to communicate clearly within team, with management and with clients on relevant subjects of the tasks undertaken

Desirable Qualities

Relevant course in project management
Good human interaction skills
Other programming languages and tools e.g. java, J2ME, linq, C#, VB.Net
Experience with RAD tools and MVC frameworks e.g. Tellerik, CakePhp e.t.c.
Experience with financial management software and financial accounting packages
Human and project organization and management skills

Person Specifications

Hard working
Honest
Capable of working under pressure
Commitment
Accountability
Experience
Project management
Desire to learn new technologies and keep up with technology

Application

The applicant should apply by way of sending an email to the email address: jobs@mybizad.net

The application must be accompanied a list of at least 3 websites / web engines that the candidate had developed in the last one year.

The applicant should send a current CV and a cover letter detailing his /her experience in web design and development and referees who can be contacted to give an opinion

Only applicants who provide sample sites that shall be seen to meet acceptable standards shall be contacted.

Deadline: 31st January 2012

Web Designer & Developer Job in Kenya

Department: Technical

Post: Web Designer and Developer

Reporting to: Project Manager

Requirement: Immediate

The web designer and developer shall maintaining existing as well as come up with websites and web applications for the company’s consumption as well as that of the company’s clients. The ability to deliver top quality websites and working solutions within set deadline limits and specifications shall be the benchmark of performance.

The Post holder will report to the Project manager with the progress of both his activities and the situation on the ground with relation to the business - client relationship and achievement of set targets. Please see www.mybizad.net for the company’s description.

Duties and Responsibilities

To program according to specifications given and come up with deliverables within time deadline and resources constraints
To document all project workflow and applications for easier follow up, coordination, maintenance and support
To design, develop and implement sound websites and applications to clients with no supervision
To install, configure, set up websites and applications at clients site and to offer support to clients on matters that concern the services offered to them
To make use of project management skills to manage his own job and responsibilities and be responsible for their performance
To be a solutions provider to clients when they require service and web related solutions and products
To be accountable, committed and result oriented as far as giving service to clients is concerned as well as ensuring customer satisfaction
To manage project workflow and ensure that projects are conducted in the best way possible with prudence and minimization of waste of project resources being key objectives
To ensure highest quality standards are maintained within project work and the deliverable

Essential Qualities

Evidence of experience in similar position
Web developer with the following skills: Php, javascript, Ajax, html, ASP.Net
Database platforms: SQL Server, MySql, Oracle, Sybase, foxpro, XML
Experience in using web publishing and content management tools e.g. dreamweaver, joomla, Drupal, wordpress e.t.c commercially
Graphic design using graphic design tools e.g. photoshop, illustrator, fireworks e.t.c
Evidence of past experience (at least 2 years) working with the above mentioned technologies
Excellent team player and willingness both to take direction and use own initiative as appropriate
Desire to learn new technologies and keep up with technology
Ability to adapt to new and any technology with regard to programs and programming as a whole
Ability to communicate clearly within team, with management and with clients on relevant subjects of the tasks undertaken

Desirable Qualities

Relevant course in project management
Good human interaction skills
Other programming languages and tools e.g. java, J2ME, linq, C#, VB.Net
Experience with RAD tools and MVC frameworks e.g. Tellerik, CakePhp e.t.c.
Experience with financial management software and financial accounting packages
Human and project organization and management skills

Person Specifications

Hard working
Honest
Capable of working under pressure
Commitment
Accountability
Experience
Project management
Desire to learn new technologies and keep up with technology

Application

The applicant should apply by way of sending an email to the email address: jobs@mybizad.net

The application must be accompanied a list of at least 3 websites / web engines that the candidate had developed in the last one year.

The applicant should send a current CV and a cover letter detailing his /her experience in web design and development and referees who can be contacted to give an opinion

Only applicants who provide sample sites that shall be seen to meet acceptable standards shall be contacted.

Deadline: 31st January 2012

Part Time Fashion Design Trainer Job in Kenya - Addili for Design

Addili for Design is looking for a skillful and dedicated employee.

Position: Part-Time Fashion Design Trainer

Duties and responsibilities

Train in fashion at Addili for design and also at client’s homes.
Create a course outline for training.
Source for materials for training.
Participate fully in Addili for design’s activities.
Any other duty as appointed.

Person qualifications

Have at least 2 years experience in fashion design.
Be able to fluently communicate their knowledge to trainees in English.
Be punctual.
Be resourceful and innovative.
Be flexible with regard to their availability to our clients.
Be open minded and adaptable.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE JOB ADVERTISEMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT FULLY BEFORE SENDING YOUR CV.

When called for an interview please come with samples of your work.

The deadline for application is 12th January 2012.

Qualified applicants should please send their CVs to addilifordesign@gmail.com

Part Time Fashion Design Trainer Job in Kenya - Addili for Design

Addili for Design is looking for a skillful and dedicated employee.

Position: Part-Time Fashion Design Trainer

Duties and responsibilities

Train in fashion at Addili for design and also at client’s homes.
Create a course outline for training.
Source for materials for training.
Participate fully in Addili for design’s activities.
Any other duty as appointed.

Person qualifications

Have at least 2 years experience in fashion design.
Be able to fluently communicate their knowledge to trainees in English.
Be punctual.
Be resourceful and innovative.
Be flexible with regard to their availability to our clients.
Be open minded and adaptable.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE JOB ADVERTISEMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT FULLY BEFORE SENDING YOUR CV.

When called for an interview please come with samples of your work.

The deadline for application is 12th January 2012.

Qualified applicants should please send their CVs to addilifordesign@gmail.com

SasaHivi Media Marketing / Sales Executive Job in Kenya

Our Company

SasaHivi Media Ltd ('Sasa Hivi' means in Kiswahili 'right now') was founded in 2003 in Nairobi, Kenya by a group of long time experienced Multimedia, PR and IT professionals.

So, as SasaHivi Media Ltd as a company is relatively young, the experience brought together in it, is very sophisticated.

SasaHivi Media Ltd is all about bringing the best of Technology (Media and Internet) together with the best of Culture (Design, Content creation and Publishing).

Our Products

As SasaHivi Media Ltd has been steadily growing since its existence, so has also the range of products we offer.

We have 3 integrated departments: Technology, Media and Publishing.

The Technology Department deals with Web hosting, Domain names, E-mail Services, SMS Services and Consultancy in Internet related issues, it also serves technical services to the 'Media' Department.

The Media Department deals with Content creation, as well in Still Media: Graphic Design, Photography and Printing - Streaming Media: Video, Audio and Interactive Media: Web sites, Online Applications, Software development, DVD-Roms and CD-Roms. The Media Department further develops Public Relations, Advertisements, Content Branding and does Consultancy for the same.

The Publishing Department is responsible for the production and publishing of SasaHivi Media's own projects and publishes projects in collaboration with other institutions and companies.

Our Experience

As we serve as well the East-African as the Global market, our experience has global reach has as well. Equally, our local East-African expertise can help any Multinational Company or Organization interested in a regional presence to come to effective solutions accustomed to East-Africa.

Available position:

Marketing / Sales Executive

Primary responsibilities

Dealing with the marketing requirements of SasaHivi Media Ltd and it's clients
Contributing to and developing marketing plans and strategies to meet organizational objectives.
Implementing the company's marketing plan and executing the delivery of approved strategies.
Evaluating customer research, market conditions, competitor data and marketing campaigns.
Managing correspondence with media and advertising outlets.
Writing and distributing press releases.
Managing the production of marketing materials, involving writing and proofreading copy and liaising with designers and printers.
Arranging for the effective distribution of marketing materials.
Generating of regular marketing and sales reports to the management.
Selling the services and products of SasaHivi Media Ltd.

Requirements

Education and degree(s) in disciplines related to the primary responsibilities.
Experience of working in the field of marketing streaming and interactive media.
Creativity in developing workable solutions.
Ability to express in good spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Attention to detail, customer-service orientation and creativity in problem-solving.
Ability to work in a team and to communicate in a clear way.
Ability to meet sales targets.

Email: sasahivi.media@gmail.com

Closing date: 15th January 2012

SasaHivi Media Marketing / Sales Executive Job in Kenya

Our Company

SasaHivi Media Ltd ('Sasa Hivi' means in Kiswahili 'right now') was founded in 2003 in Nairobi, Kenya by a group of long time experienced Multimedia, PR and IT professionals.

So, as SasaHivi Media Ltd as a company is relatively young, the experience brought together in it, is very sophisticated.

SasaHivi Media Ltd is all about bringing the best of Technology (Media and Internet) together with the best of Culture (Design, Content creation and Publishing).

Our Products

As SasaHivi Media Ltd has been steadily growing since its existence, so has also the range of products we offer.

We have 3 integrated departments: Technology, Media and Publishing.

The Technology Department deals with Web hosting, Domain names, E-mail Services, SMS Services and Consultancy in Internet related issues, it also serves technical services to the 'Media' Department.

The Media Department deals with Content creation, as well in Still Media: Graphic Design, Photography and Printing - Streaming Media: Video, Audio and Interactive Media: Web sites, Online Applications, Software development, DVD-Roms and CD-Roms. The Media Department further develops Public Relations, Advertisements, Content Branding and does Consultancy for the same.

The Publishing Department is responsible for the production and publishing of SasaHivi Media's own projects and publishes projects in collaboration with other institutions and companies.

Our Experience

As we serve as well the East-African as the Global market, our experience has global reach has as well. Equally, our local East-African expertise can help any Multinational Company or Organization interested in a regional presence to come to effective solutions accustomed to East-Africa.

Available position:

Marketing / Sales Executive

Primary responsibilities

Dealing with the marketing requirements of SasaHivi Media Ltd and it's clients
Contributing to and developing marketing plans and strategies to meet organizational objectives.
Implementing the company's marketing plan and executing the delivery of approved strategies.
Evaluating customer research, market conditions, competitor data and marketing campaigns.
Managing correspondence with media and advertising outlets.
Writing and distributing press releases.
Managing the production of marketing materials, involving writing and proofreading copy and liaising with designers and printers.
Arranging for the effective distribution of marketing materials.
Generating of regular marketing and sales reports to the management.
Selling the services and products of SasaHivi Media Ltd.

Requirements

Education and degree(s) in disciplines related to the primary responsibilities.
Experience of working in the field of marketing streaming and interactive media.
Creativity in developing workable solutions.
Ability to express in good spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Attention to detail, customer-service orientation and creativity in problem-solving.
Ability to work in a team and to communicate in a clear way.
Ability to meet sales targets.

Email: sasahivi.media@gmail.com

Closing date: 15th January 2012

East African Wild Life Society Project Coordinator and Project Officer Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

The East African Wild Life Society (EAWLS) is a membership organization that was founded in 1961 when the Wildlife Societies of Tanzania and Kenya – both founded in 1956 – together with Ugandan wildlife enthusiasts joined hands.

EAWLS has been at the forefront in the efforts for protecting endangered, rare or threatened species and habitats in East Africa. EAWLS hosts the secretariats of the Kenya Forests Working Group (KFWG), the Kenya Wetland Forum (KWF) and the Kenya Wildlife Conservation Forum (KWCF) and is involved in the implementation of field based projects that include conservation of marine resources.

Through the financial support of the Government of Sweden/DFID under Act!’s (formerly Pact Kenya) Natural Resources (Changieni Rasili Mali) Facility for Non State Actors, EAWLS is implementing a project that aims at strengthening Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and private sector county government legislative engagement process through formation of “County CSOs/Private Sector Natural Resources Management Networks”.

This project is being piloted in four counties namely: Kwale in Coast Province, Laikipia, Samburu and Nakuru in Central and northern Kenya. Under this project, EAWLS wishes to recruit a project coordinator and a project officer to implement this project.

1. Project Coordinator

Overall Responsibilities:

Coordinate the work and activities of County CSOs/Private Sector Networks and the EAWLS project secretariat with the overall objective of supporting the sustainable management of Kenya’s Natural Resources through partnerships with community-based and non-governmental organizations, government agencies and departments, national and international organizations and the private sector in the 4 Counties.

Duty Station: Nairobi with extensive travel to the 4 counties

Specific Responsibilities:

Reporting and advising the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks on emerging conservation issues and matters brought to the attention of the EAWLS secretariat.
Supervising the staff of the project together with the EAWLS Management.
Making sure that the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks works with and learns from similar initiatives in Kenya.
Provide technical expertise in publications and in development of project materials (leaflets and policy briefs).
Write project concept papers and proposals for fund-raising.
Publicize the vision, mission and activities of the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks.
Monitoring and evaluation of activities of the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks and report the findings to EAWLS, Act! and other partners.
Preparation of the necessary information and agenda for monitoring meetings organised for EAWLS and Act!.
Maintain an overview of national conservation issues.
Provide information on these issues to the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks and alert them on opportunities and possible action items.
Contribute to formulation and analysis of national and county policies, strategies and laws in liaison with the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks.
Initiate and support the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks in advocacy campaigns based on findings of surveys, assessments and suggestions by the county and national networks.
Strengthen the linkages/partnerships of county networks with members of the national networks (KFWG, KWF and KWCF).
Identify county conservation issues that can be taken up by the national networks in support of the county networks.
Working with the national networks, identify appropriate means of addressing the above issues and any conservation issues that cut across counties that may require additional support from the national networks and other organizations.
Using lessons learnt from the project, scale up activities of the networks in the 4 counties and promote their replications in other counties.
Produce quarterly work plans and budgets.
Produce quarterly technical and financial progress reports.
Be responsible for project equipment.
Manage budgets of the project, based on the quarterly budgets approved by Act!, EAWLS and on accounting procedures of the EAWLS and Act!.
Respond to requests for advice and assistance on projects and initiatives related to the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and attributes

A Degree in Natural Resource Management (NRM), preferably at Masters level.
Over 5 years experience in NRM and atleast three years at a supervisory level.
Experience in working with the private sector, donors, non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, as well as public sector.
Knowledgeable in local and national NRM and environment matters.
Fundraising and resource mobilization skills.
Advocacy and negotiation skills.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
Good public relations and communication skills.
Excellent computer skills in various computer packages (Ms. Word, Excel and Power Point).
Good organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Driving experience.

2. Project Officer

Duty Station: Nairobi with extensive travel to the 4 counties

Specific Responsibilities:

Under the guidance and supervision of the project coordinator, the project officer will:

Identify who the key players in natural resource management at the 4 counties are; what their roles and obligations are; how they are fulfilling their various roles and obligations; and what their engagements and partnerships are.
Identify conservation issues at the 4 counties and the specific needs of counties and how these needs can be fulfilled by formation of county CSOs/private sector networks.
Publicize the vision, mission and activities of the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks.
Prepare all necessary information and agenda for meetings and workshops organised or envisaged in the project.
Facilitate meetings of the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks, workshops and exchange visits envisaged in the project.
Provide technical supports in publications and in development of project materials (leaflets and policy briefs).
Support the 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks to prioritize conservation issues, identify appropriate strategic means of intervention and alert them on opportunities.
Provide a supportive role to 4 County CSOs/Private Sector Networks in formulation and analysis of national and county policies, strategies and laws, and in advocacy.
Using lessons learnt from the project, scale up activities of the networks in the 4 counties and promote their replications in other counties.
Assist the project coordinator in production of quarterly work plans, progress reports and budgets.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and attributes

A Degree in Natural Resource Management (NRM).
Over 3 years experience in NRM.
Experience in working with the private sector, donors, non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations, as well as public sector.
Knowledgeable in local and national NRM and environment matters.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
Good public relations and communication skills.
Excellent computer skills in various computer packages (Ms. Word, Excel and Power Point).
Good organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

The initial assignment for the two positions is two years with potential extension depending on availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

If you possess the above qualities, please send your application, a one page write up on why you feel you are the most suitable person for the job and a detailed C.V., a day time telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees by 20th January 2012 to:

The Executive Director,
The East African Wild Life Society,
P. O. Box 20110, 00200, Nairobi

Email: info@eawildlife.org

The Star Newspaper Creative Advertising Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

The Star newspaper the fastest growing national newspaper in Kenya, is looking for Creative Adverting Sales Executives to serve its increasing client base.

We seek to recruit applicants with the following qualities, qualifications and background:

A sales diploma, certificate from a recognized institution;
2-3 years work experience ;
Be ready to work under pressure and meet sales targets;
Be self motivated;
Have a positive attitude;
Be a go getter and
Be a team player.

Remunerations are on Commission Basis only.

If you have these qualities and have a passion to succeed and make money, drop your curriculum vitae addressed to:

The General Manager,
The Star Publications Limited,
AMBank House, Nairobi.

Applications should reach no later than 10th January 2012.

The Star Newspaper Creative Advertising Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

The Star newspaper the fastest growing national newspaper in Kenya, is looking for Creative Adverting Sales Executives to serve its increasing client base.

We seek to recruit applicants with the following qualities, qualifications and background:

A sales diploma, certificate from a recognized institution;
2-3 years work experience ;
Be ready to work under pressure and meet sales targets;
Be self motivated;
Have a positive attitude;
Be a go getter and
Be a team player.

Remunerations are on Commission Basis only.

If you have these qualities and have a passion to succeed and make money, drop your curriculum vitae addressed to:

The General Manager,
The Star Publications Limited,
AMBank House, Nairobi.

Applications should reach no later than 10th January 2012.

The Star Newspaper Layout Designer Job in Kenya

The fastest growing newspaper in Kenya is looking for a highly creative, seasoned and talented print/graphic designer to join our design team as a Layout Designer.

Reporting to the Chief Designer, the incumbent will be responsible for making up news and feature pages for the Star.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure an efficient and seamless turn around time for page layouts while maintaining a high level of creativity in implementing the editor's brief.
Book all received pages with the Chief Designer
Ensure close working relationship with editors and the revise team and seamlessly implement any changes while ensuring that the newspaper deadlines are met.
Research, develop and continuously improve the layout design in line with the template and the Star's objectives
Source for new ideas, trends and design strategies to improve the quality of output
Leverage on innovation and technology to develop designs that are unique and meet required guidelines.

Qualifications

Degree in graphic design or related field
At least one year's work experience in a similar position
Interested candidates who do not have a degree but hold a diploma in design and rich experience in the field are encouraged to apply

The Person

A highly creative individual
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a keen eye for detail
A high degree of flexibility with seasoned coordinating skills
Impeccable personal integrity
Great attitude with excellent team spirit
A passion for constant improvement in artistic abilities
Ability to embrace and learn new design and production software technologies
Advanced conceptualization abilities

The Star Newspaper is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidate.

Applications clearly indicating position reference and current remuneration should be addressed to the Group Human Resource Manager together with the designer's portfolio and dropped off at Lion Place, 2nd Floor, off Waiyaki Way, so as to reach us by 18th January 2012.

Please include your daytime telephone number and names and contact addresses of 3 professional referees.

Any application received without the designer's portfolio will be disqualified.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE Human Resources Officer (Staff Wellness) Job in Dadaab Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following positions:

Job Title: Human Resources Officer (Staff Wellness)

Ref: HRO/01/2012

Department / Project: HR – ERO Dadaab

Supervisor: Human Resources Coordinator

Location / Duty Station: Dadaab

Grade: FB1

I: Job Summary

Reporting to the Human Resources Coordinator, the Human Resources Officer-(Staff Wellness) will be responsible for the development and implementation of short and long term staff wellness programs for CARE staff attached to the Refugee Assistance Program in Dadaab.

The job holder will provide leadership in the development of the Psycho- Social Support initiatives and strategy, Sports and Games as part of the larger functions of promoting the well being of the CARE staff in Dadaab.

The job holder is expected to educate staff on their benefits and prepare leave and personal activity reports among other HR responsibilities. The incumbent will also work with the internal and external programs to exploit linkages which will make the staff psycho social program as well as sports and games activities more successful.

II: Responsibilities & Tasks

R1: Psycho- Social Program Development and Implementation

1.1 Planning, co-ordination and management of the psycho-social activities within the program in close collaboration with the other members of the RAP team to ensure objectives are achieved

1.2 Lead the development and implementation of psycho-social support activities, day to day activities and long term strategy for RAP, including changes of program direction or priorities

1.3 Ensuring that staff who have undergone distressing experiences have access to activities, networks and resources that will assist in the re-establishment and normalization of life

1.4 Assure coherence and referral mechanisms exist, for staff suffering from trauma-related mental illness that need specialized treatment, between RAP programs and other mental health, medical and psycho-social systems and networks.

1.5 Encourage staff participation in activities to ensure the long term ownership and effectiveness of the program.

1.6 Training key staff members to identify and manage cases of psychological trauma and stress

1.7 Identify issues and participate in preparation and writing of donor proposals and reports in collaboration with Program staff

R2: Promote Sports/Games for and among CARE staff

2.1 Develop and implement strategies encouraging staff to participation diverse games/sports and recreational activities

2.2 Organize Inter-Camp sports/games tournaments as measure of enhancing staff wellness

2.3 Be instrumental in encouraging and promoting sports/games among implementing agencies in Dadaan as part of promoting team

2.4 Design, construct and assist in the management of indoor and outdoor sports facilities.

2.5 Initiate sports committee at the camps level to enhance staff participation in promoting their wellness

2.6 Assist the HR Coordinator in developing annual sports/annual budget for sports/games

R3: Monitoring and Evaluation

3.1 Prepare the program monitoring and reporting protocols and data collection forms in collaboration with representatives and other mental health and psycho-social actors. Ensure the team is fully conversant with and trained in the use of the protocols and forms

3.2 Prepare monthly activity reports for inclusion in the monthly situational report

3.3 Evaluate the depth of the psychosocial trauma of the staff and undertake psychosocial evaluations of unmet needs where required and guide activities accordingly.

3.4 Evaluate and improve the knowledge of RAP staff concerning the identification of trauma-related mental illnesses, and develop and organize relevant interventions

3.5 Responsible for acting as a liaison and point of contact between the Sub Office and Head office for national and international staff health.

R4: Benefits Management

4.1 Ensuring that the project is up to date on statutory deductions including NSSF, NHIF and KRA registration.

4.2 Liaising with the HR Nairobi office and ensure that all staff have their in patient, outpatient and Flying doctors medical cards.

4.3 Supporting to seek reimbursement of expenses incurred when seeking medical treatment services as regulated in the medical cover policy.

4.4 Ensuring that staff understands the Pension, Maternity/Paternity, Well Being, Catastrophic, GPA, GLI, Medical Discharge Severance, COLA, benefits.

R5 Leave and Personal Activity (PARs) Management

5.1 Management of Leave including study, maternity, sickness and paternity

5.2 Preparing monthly leaves status report and sharing with all staff before submitting to Nairobi with approval of the HRC

5.3 Coordinating completion of the Personal Activity Reports (PAR) and ensuring their accuracy and correctness as relates to Hours worked, holiday, leaves, PN and FC.

5.4 Preparing monthly PARs completion reports and discussing with HR Coordinator

5.5 Ensuring staff understands their leave allowance and month such allowances are paid

III: Authority

Has authority on the nature of psycho-social support activities to develop and implement
Referral for staff that have undergone distressful experiences/trauma
Training for key staff members
Reporting protocols and data collection forms

1) Supervision

Supervise Assistant HR Officer and HR Assistant and HR temporary staff

IV: Contact / Key Relationships

Works closely with other

NGO/IPs,
UNHCR,
WFP and professional bodies
RAP Sectors

V: Working Conditions

The position is based at Dadaab Main Office (DMO) with frequent movements to Hagadera, Ifo and Dagahaley camps as well as any other extension camps and program sites. This is a non-family working station.

Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities. Road movement to and from work station to Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (Scheduled convoys).

Strict adherence to security instructions all the time. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off according to CTO policy. The incumbent will be required to travel to Nairobi office and perform official responsibilities on need basis.

The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.

VI: Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Counselling or Guidance and Counselling and a Higher/ Diploma in Human Resources Management
Certificate or Diploma in sports/games or Physical Education from a recognition institution of learning, in addition to the above qualifications is an added advantage
Three years work experience in a busy environment
Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English
Qualification or extensive experience in trauma, hardship environments and working with diverse and stressed populations
Experience in program start up
Flexibility towards psycho-social approaches and ability to incorporate advice from local partners when developing psycho-social approaches
Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office packages
Experience in conducting assessments, impact analysis, program development and proposal writing
Ability to work in and maintain a positive team dynamic in insecure environments
Level-head, resilience, and stress management skills for self and team
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate information from multiple sources
Self-starter who takes initiative with excellent management and interpersonal skills
Good training skills and a commitment to national and expatriate staff capacity development.
Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with local authorities and other humanitarian actors
Problem solving skills in day-to-day and crisis situations
Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritizing a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues

Competencies

Planning and organizing
Stress tolerance
Contributing to team Success
Proactive Problem solving
Communicating With Impact
Initiating action
Coaching

The detailed job descriptions can be viewed on our website; www.care.or.ke

Applications

If you feel you meet the requirements for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV and telephone contacts of three professional referees to:

The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International in Kenya,
Email: vacancies@care.or.ke

so as to be received not later than 13th January, 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

CARE Human Resources Officer (Staff Wellness) Job in Dadaab Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following positions:

Job Title: Human Resources Officer (Staff Wellness)

Ref: HRO/01/2012

Department / Project: HR – ERO Dadaab

Supervisor: Human Resources Coordinator

Location / Duty Station: Dadaab

Grade: FB1

I: Job Summary

Reporting to the Human Resources Coordinator, the Human Resources Officer-(Staff Wellness) will be responsible for the development and implementation of short and long term staff wellness programs for CARE staff attached to the Refugee Assistance Program in Dadaab.

The job holder will provide leadership in the development of the Psycho- Social Support initiatives and strategy, Sports and Games as part of the larger functions of promoting the well being of the CARE staff in Dadaab.

The job holder is expected to educate staff on their benefits and prepare leave and personal activity reports among other HR responsibilities. The incumbent will also work with the internal and external programs to exploit linkages which will make the staff psycho social program as well as sports and games activities more successful.

II: Responsibilities & Tasks

R1: Psycho- Social Program Development and Implementation

1.1 Planning, co-ordination and management of the psycho-social activities within the program in close collaboration with the other members of the RAP team to ensure objectives are achieved

1.2 Lead the development and implementation of psycho-social support activities, day to day activities and long term strategy for RAP, including changes of program direction or priorities

1.3 Ensuring that staff who have undergone distressing experiences have access to activities, networks and resources that will assist in the re-establishment and normalization of life

1.4 Assure coherence and referral mechanisms exist, for staff suffering from trauma-related mental illness that need specialized treatment, between RAP programs and other mental health, medical and psycho-social systems and networks.

1.5 Encourage staff participation in activities to ensure the long term ownership and effectiveness of the program.

1.6 Training key staff members to identify and manage cases of psychological trauma and stress

1.7 Identify issues and participate in preparation and writing of donor proposals and reports in collaboration with Program staff

R2: Promote Sports/Games for and among CARE staff

2.1 Develop and implement strategies encouraging staff to participation diverse games/sports and recreational activities

2.2 Organize Inter-Camp sports/games tournaments as measure of enhancing staff wellness

2.3 Be instrumental in encouraging and promoting sports/games among implementing agencies in Dadaan as part of promoting team

2.4 Design, construct and assist in the management of indoor and outdoor sports facilities.

2.5 Initiate sports committee at the camps level to enhance staff participation in promoting their wellness

2.6 Assist the HR Coordinator in developing annual sports/annual budget for sports/games

R3: Monitoring and Evaluation

3.1 Prepare the program monitoring and reporting protocols and data collection forms in collaboration with representatives and other mental health and psycho-social actors. Ensure the team is fully conversant with and trained in the use of the protocols and forms

3.2 Prepare monthly activity reports for inclusion in the monthly situational report

3.3 Evaluate the depth of the psychosocial trauma of the staff and undertake psychosocial evaluations of unmet needs where required and guide activities accordingly.

3.4 Evaluate and improve the knowledge of RAP staff concerning the identification of trauma-related mental illnesses, and develop and organize relevant interventions

3.5 Responsible for acting as a liaison and point of contact between the Sub Office and Head office for national and international staff health.

R4: Benefits Management

4.1 Ensuring that the project is up to date on statutory deductions including NSSF, NHIF and KRA registration.

4.2 Liaising with the HR Nairobi office and ensure that all staff have their in patient, outpatient and Flying doctors medical cards.

4.3 Supporting to seek reimbursement of expenses incurred when seeking medical treatment services as regulated in the medical cover policy.

4.4 Ensuring that staff understands the Pension, Maternity/Paternity, Well Being, Catastrophic, GPA, GLI, Medical Discharge Severance, COLA, benefits.

R5 Leave and Personal Activity (PARs) Management

5.1 Management of Leave including study, maternity, sickness and paternity

5.2 Preparing monthly leaves status report and sharing with all staff before submitting to Nairobi with approval of the HRC

5.3 Coordinating completion of the Personal Activity Reports (PAR) and ensuring their accuracy and correctness as relates to Hours worked, holiday, leaves, PN and FC.

5.4 Preparing monthly PARs completion reports and discussing with HR Coordinator

5.5 Ensuring staff understands their leave allowance and month such allowances are paid

III: Authority

Has authority on the nature of psycho-social support activities to develop and implement
Referral for staff that have undergone distressful experiences/trauma
Training for key staff members
Reporting protocols and data collection forms

1) Supervision

Supervise Assistant HR Officer and HR Assistant and HR temporary staff

IV: Contact / Key Relationships

Works closely with other

NGO/IPs,
UNHCR,
WFP and professional bodies
RAP Sectors

V: Working Conditions

The position is based at Dadaab Main Office (DMO) with frequent movements to Hagadera, Ifo and Dagahaley camps as well as any other extension camps and program sites. This is a non-family working station.

Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities. Road movement to and from work station to Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (Scheduled convoys).

Strict adherence to security instructions all the time. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off according to CTO policy. The incumbent will be required to travel to Nairobi office and perform official responsibilities on need basis.

The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.

VI: Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Counselling or Guidance and Counselling and a Higher/ Diploma in Human Resources Management
Certificate or Diploma in sports/games or Physical Education from a recognition institution of learning, in addition to the above qualifications is an added advantage
Three years work experience in a busy environment
Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English
Qualification or extensive experience in trauma, hardship environments and working with diverse and stressed populations
Experience in program start up
Flexibility towards psycho-social approaches and ability to incorporate advice from local partners when developing psycho-social approaches
Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office packages
Experience in conducting assessments, impact analysis, program development and proposal writing
Ability to work in and maintain a positive team dynamic in insecure environments
Level-head, resilience, and stress management skills for self and team
Ability to learn quickly and assimilate information from multiple sources
Self-starter who takes initiative with excellent management and interpersonal skills
Good training skills and a commitment to national and expatriate staff capacity development.
Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with local authorities and other humanitarian actors
Problem solving skills in day-to-day and crisis situations
Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritizing a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues

Competencies

Planning and organizing
Stress tolerance
Contributing to team Success
Proactive Problem solving
Communicating With Impact
Initiating action
Coaching

The detailed job descriptions can be viewed on our website; www.care.or.ke

Applications

If you feel you meet the requirements for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV and telephone contacts of three professional referees to:

The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International in Kenya,
Email: vacancies@care.or.ke

so as to be received not later than 13th January, 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

CARE Assistant Human Resources Officer Job in Dadaab Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following positions:

Ref: AHRO/01/2012

Job Title: Assistant Human Resources Officer

Department / Project: HR – ERO Dadaab

Supervisor: Human Resources Coordinator

Location / Duty Station: Dadaab

Grade: E B 1

I: Job Summary

Reporting to the Human Resources Coordinator, the Assistant HR Officer is responsible for the compilation of all leave data and attendance records, staff orientation and ensures that all the staff have updated employee documents in line with the organization’s policies.

He/She will provide administrative support to the Human Resources office and play a central role in the implementation of all staff welfare matters.

II: Responsibilities and Tasks

R1 Coordinate Orientation for New employees

1.1 Receive all new staff and interns to ERO and orient them

1.2 Support new employees to complete all HR formats including; Employment data, Conflict of Interest, COC, Beneficiary lists, NHIF, NSSF, Medical insurance.

1.3 Issue new employees with interim staff Identifications Cards and Liaise with Nairobi HR Office to process staff Identification Cards

1.4 Prepare the orientation program and ensure new staffs have completed the process.

1.5 Print the orientation brief for each new employee and discuss with them the key aspects of the orientation

1.6 Communicate in advance to the receiving sectors/offices about the arrival of new employees.

1.7 Liaise with Administration coordinator to arrange for new staff’s accommodation and communicate confirm to Nairobi to book them to Dadaab

1.8 Advice HR Manager the reporting dates of each new employee for payroll action.

R2: Coordinate Recruitment and selection processes of Refugee Incentive Workers

2.1 Assist the Sector r to identify anticipated vacancies and guide them to carry out the recruitment of the Refugee Incentive workers.

2.2 Review the recruitment documents for Refugee Incentive Workers and confirm that all data/information is correct including position title and wages before forwarding to the Director of Refugee Operations for approval.

2.3 Approve all shortlists submitted by the sectors and coordinate their interviews Assist HR Officer to compile initial shortlists for all advertised vacancies and forwarding to Sector heads together with all applications.

2.4 Brief interview panelists on requirements of positions and ensure that the selection interviews are conducted in line with the CARE Kenya HR manual guidelines/procedures.

2.5 Update the Incentive worker recruitment template and provide Human Resource Coordinator monthly feedback

2.6 Update the HR Coordinator on the Refugee Incentive Workers number per sector on monthly basis

R3: Compiling of leave and PAR reports

3.1 Communicate to sector heads and supervisors to submit to HR all leave applications forms immediately they are approved

3.2 Assist the HR officer to compile the leave reports including study, maternity, sickness and paternity.

3.3 Assist the HR Officer to complete the Personal Activity Reports (PARs) and ensure its accuracy and correctness

3.4 Assist the HR Officer to prepare the PAR reports

3.5 Organize meeting to educate staff on the various leaves provided in the HR Manual

3.6 Handle leave queries from staff and sectors appropriately.

R4: Compilation of attendance and establishment reports

4.1 Liaise with Administrators/sectors to compile staff lists (headcounts) from the sectors and camps and ensure they are accurate and correct.

4.2 Work with the Human Resources Officer to compile data on staff turnover for discussions.

4.3 Update the refugee worker monthly headcount reports and forward the same to the HR Officer.

R5: HR Records creating and Maintenance

5.1 Create HR Personal files for each new employee

5.2 Assist HR Officer to maintain HR data and files

5.3 Assist HR Officer to ensure safe custody and confidentiality of the staff information

5.4 Ascertain accuracy and completeness of the staff information and records

5.5 Manage archiving of HR records of all separating staff and maintain a register for the same

5.6 Ensure that all personnel files are kept confidentially and secure.

R6: Management of the Medical cover issues

6.1 Arrange for issuance of Medical cards to new staff and their officially recognized dependents

6.2 Check records submitted by new employees for self and dependents to ensure they are correct as per CARE HR manual provisions for medical cover

6.3 Issue staff with NHIF Contribution certificates incase of inpatients

6.4 Check medical claims forms and receipts submitted for reimbursement for originality and forward to the point person in the Nairobi HR Office for appropriate action. Provide feedback to the employee who submitted the claim documents the date when such documents are forwarded to Nairobi

R7: Perform office administration functions

7.1 Prepare purchase requisitions in consultation with HR Officer

7.2 Coordinate and monitor maintenance services.

7.3 Ensure proper office records are maintained.

7.4 Responsible for the receipt of stationeries and control of the same for the HR unit.

7.5 Assist in drafting of the sector budget requirements for the HR office.

7.6 Handle all incoming and outgoing mails.

R8: Assist HR Officer to manage Staff Welfare and recreation activities

8.1 Assist HR Officer to organize sports and recreational activities in all the camps in consultation with Camp Administrators

8.2 Assist HR Coordinator to Prepare and track the sports and cultural activities budget.

8.3 Prepare sports competition schedule.

8.4 Work with HR Coordinator to fairly and timely distribute sports material.

8.5 Introduce new members to the welfare association.

8.6 Prepare and maintain welfare database records.

8.7 Inform welfare members on deceased member(s).

8.8 Follow up on cheques for deceased persons from Nairobi.

R9: Assist HR Coordinator in Planning and Implementation of Staff Development Programmes

9.1 Analyzing the APAs and Mid year appraisals and documenting staff development needs generated

9.2 Liaising with sectors to document emerging staff development needs and assisting them to identify appropriate interventions

9.3 Working with the HRC to design and conduct in-house staff development Programmes

9.4 Working with relevant offices to draws up budgets for in-house staff development activities

9.5 Preparing reports on staff development activities and share with HR team.

III: Supervision and Reporting Relationship

IV: Authority

Identify procurement items required by the office and complete procurement requests before presenting to the supervisor for approval.
Order material from the stores.
Authorized access to employee personal files

V: Contacts and Key Relationships

Care Employees including National and International staff
Incentive Workers
Tunza Sacco.
Prospective employees,
NHIF, NSSF, KRA,

VI: Working Conditions

The position is based at Dadaab Main Office (DMO) with frequent movements to Hagadera, Ifo and Dagahaley camps as well as any other extension camps and program sites. This is a none-family working station.

Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities. Road movement to and from work station to Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (Scheduled convoys).

Strict adherence to security instructions all the time. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off according to CTO policy. The incumbent will be required to travel to Nairobi office and perform official responsibilities as will be required

The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.

VII: Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Bachelor’s in Human Resources Management or Bachelor’s degree in social sciences and a Diploma in Human Resources Management from a recognized university or institute of higher learning or
Two years of Work experience in a busy environment
Certificate /Diploma in Workplace Counseling is an advantage
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
Proven ability to organize prioritizes and complete work under tight deadlines.
Must be highly organized and posses the ability to interact with all levels of staff as well as both internal and external clients.
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and establish and maintain collaborative relationships with project partners and staff.
Should be able to analyze data, set goals, determine and implement strategies.
A good communicator who has the ability to counsel employees.

Competencies

Integrity
Stress tolerance
Pro-active problem solving
Collaboration
Customer focus
Planning & Organizing
Contributing to team success.

The detailed job descriptions can be viewed on our website; www.care.or.ke

Applications

If you feel you meet the requirements for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV and telephone contacts of three professional referees to:

The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International in Kenya,
Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke

so as to be received not later than 13th January, 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

CARE Plant Mechanic Job in Dadaab Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following positions:

Ref: PM/01/2012

Job Title: Plant Mechanic

Department / Project: WASH Sector

Supervisor: Plant Foreman

Location / Duty Station: Dadaab

Grade: E B 1

I: Job Summary & Purpose:

Reporting to the plant Foreman, the Plant Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance of all boreholes, borehole generators and compound generators.

Together with plant electrician he/she will ensure that all plants and equipments are serviced as per monthly schedule and repaired in the event of any breakdown.

He will undertake major overhauls as and when need arises.

II: Tasks and responsibilities

R 1: Servicing and maintenance of gensets

1.1 Servicing and preventive maintenance on all the boreholes and compound gensets.

1.2 Major overhaul of gensets upon breakdowns and during hourly schedule.

1.3 Respond to breakdowns and do repairs of the gensets in the field.

1.4 Together with borehole attendance, maintain cleanliness and safety of the gensets in the field.

R 2: Borehole Recovery

2.1 To retrieve, repair and installation of boreholes submersible pumps.

2.2 Borehole test pumping’

2.3 Monitoring yield trends and behavior of boreholes and suggesting relevant remedial measures where necessary.

R3: Workshop operation

3.1 Maintenance of workshop cleanliness and safety.

3.2 Proper arrangement of the equipments and plants in the workshop.

3.3 Repair and maintenance of the standby plants and equipments in the workshop.

R4: Reporting

4.1 To keep records of all the repairs those have been done in the field and in the workshop.

4.2 To keep records on all the spares which have been used in the workshop and in the field.

4.3 To prepare weekly and monthly unit reports on jobs and conditions of all the relevant system.

III: Authority:

General

To recommend on the required spares for gensets and pumps.
To participate in recruitment of boreholes attendants and operators.

Financial

This post has no financial responsibility.

IV: Contacts/Key Relationships (Internal & External):

Relate to other Plant foreman, Plant Mechanic & electrician, PHE technical, borehole attendants and other wash staff.

V: Working Conditions:

The position is based at Dadaab with posting to any of the camps of Hagadera, Dagahaley and Ifo as well as any other extension camps and program sites.

This is a non-family working station. Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities. Road movement to and from work station to Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (Scheduled convoys).

Strict adherence to security instructions all the time. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off according to CTO policy. The incumbent will be required to travel to Nairobi office and perform official responsibilities as will be required

The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.

VI: Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Diploma in mechanical plant option or Plant mechanic grade one.
4 years experience in busy plant workshop and in relevant field work.
Proficiency in MS Office software is required.

Competencies:

Staff Development,
Team player,
Communication,
Learning\innovation,
a willingness and stamina to work for long and odd hours and
ability to work with minimal or no supervision are important assets to this job.

The detailed job descriptions can be viewed on our website; www.care.or.ke

Applications

If you feel you meet the requirements for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV and telephone contacts of three professional referees to:

The Human Resources & Development Manager,
CARE International in Kenya,
Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke

so as to be received not later than 13th January, 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

Part Time Fashion Design Trainer Job in Kenya - Addili for Design

Addili for Design is looking for a skillful and dedicated employee.

Position: Part-Time Fashion Design Trainer

Duties and responsibilities

Train in fashion at Addili for design and also at client’s homes.
Create a course outline for training.
Source for materials for training.
Participate fully in Addili for design’s activities.
Any other duty as appointed.

Person qualifications

Have at least 2 years experience in fashion design.
Be able to fluently communicate their knowledge to trainees in English.
Be punctual.
Be resourceful and innovative.
Be flexible with regard to their availability to our clients.
Be open minded and adaptable.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE JOB ADVERTISEMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT FULLY BEFORE SENDING YOUR CV.

When called for an interview please come with samples of your work.

The deadline for application is 12th January 2012.

Qualified applicants should please send their CVs to addilifordesign@gmail.com

Part Time Fashion Design Trainer Job in Kenya - Addili for Design

Addili for Design is looking for a skillful and dedicated employee.

Position: Part-Time Fashion Design Trainer

Duties and responsibilities

Train in fashion at Addili for design and also at client’s homes.
Create a course outline for training.
Source for materials for training.
Participate fully in Addili for design’s activities.
Any other duty as appointed.

Person qualifications

Have at least 2 years experience in fashion design.
Be able to fluently communicate their knowledge to trainees in English.
Be punctual.
Be resourceful and innovative.
Be flexible with regard to their availability to our clients.
Be open minded and adaptable.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE JOB ADVERTISEMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT FULLY BEFORE SENDING YOUR CV.

When called for an interview please come with samples of your work.

The deadline for application is 12th January 2012.

Qualified applicants should please send their CVs to addilifordesign@gmail.com

Friday, January 6, 2012

NCCK Field Officer (Reproductive Health) Job in Daadab Refugee Camp, Garissa County, Kenya

The National Council of Churches of Kenya, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and qualified candidates, to fill the following vacant position:

Field Officer, Reproductive Health

Daadab Refugee Camp – Garissa County

Ref: FORH - DRC

Reporting to the Sector Head, Reproductive Health, this position is responsible for facilitating the implementation of Reproductive Health activities for the various community groups in the Camp. This is a residential non accompanied posting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Nursing, Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing with HIV and AIDS or PMTCT or VCT counseling skills
High computer literacy
2 years relevant experience in refugee operations

Other Competencies

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Counseling skills

Qualified and interested candidates should download the NCCK Job Application Form (click on the link to download), fill it out and send it via email to recruitment@ncck.org before 13th January 2012 at 4.00 p.m.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NCCK Field Officer (Reproductive Health) Job in Daadab Refugee Camp, Garissa County, Kenya

The National Council of Churches of Kenya, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and qualified candidates, to fill the following vacant position:

Field Officer, Reproductive Health

Daadab Refugee Camp – Garissa County

Ref: FORH - DRC

Reporting to the Sector Head, Reproductive Health, this position is responsible for facilitating the implementation of Reproductive Health activities for the various community groups in the Camp. This is a residential non accompanied posting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Nursing, Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing with HIV and AIDS or PMTCT or VCT counseling skills
High computer literacy
2 years relevant experience in refugee operations

Other Competencies

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Counseling skills

Qualified and interested candidates should download the NCCK Job Application Form (click on the link to download), fill it out and send it via email to recruitment@ncck.org before 13th January 2012 at 4.00 p.m.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NCCK Property Development and Maintenance Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

The National Council of Churches of Kenya, an umbrella organisation for Protestant Churches and Christian Organisations registered in Kenya, invites applications from interested and qualified candidates, to fill the following vacant position:

Property Development and Maintenance Officer

Head Office, Nairobi

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Director, this position is responsible for the development and maintenance of NCCK properties Countrywide to maximize their profitability.

Minimum Qualifications:

Higher Diploma in Building/Civil /Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. A relevant Degree will be an added advantage.
Project and Property Management skills
High computer Literacy
3 years experience in Construction and Property Maintenance

Other Competencies:

Good working knowledge of health and safety legislation as well as construction regulations
Good understanding of the key trades and accepted standards of workmanship
Ability to manage a diverse range of job requests with competing deadlines and resources
Clean driving license
Committed Christian of high integrity.

Qualified and interested candidates should download the NCCK Job Application Form (click on the link to download), fill it out and send it via email to recruitment@ncck.org before 13th January 2012 at 4.00 p.m.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Mid-Term Review of Amkeni Wakenya’s Programme - UNDP Consultany Opportunity Re Advertisement

1. Background

UNDP Kenya and Development Partners have established a Civil Society Democratic Governance (CSDG) Facility (also known as “Amkeni WaKenya” or “The Facility”), under the UNDP Country Programme Action Plan.

The CSDG Facility, under the Democratic Governance Unit, has an objective to support the country in its efforts to uphold democratic governance, human rights and the rule of law through enhanced empowerment of the people and strengthening of relevant governance institutions.

This objective demands a focus on improved capacity of citizens to demand application of the law, upholding of basic rights of citizens, access to justice, promoting participation and inclusiveness, and ensuring the government’s accountability to citizens through the entrenchment of democratic governance in the country.

The Facility aims at providing support to civil society organizations working on the demand side of promoting democratic governance, and the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya.

2. The Task

Amkeni WaKenya is seeking Consultancy firm to undertake a Mid-Term Review of the Amkeni
WaKenya Programme for the period between July 2008 and December 2011.

This evaluation will entail a desk review, as well as visit to grantees across Kenya to measure, evaluate and ascertain the level of engagement, impact, implementation plans of partners, and whether these reflect value for money

3. Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Qualification requirements for the Consultancy Firm

A minimum of five (5) years of solid experience in undertaking evaluations and impact assessments of large scale donor-funded projects preferably in the field of democratic governance in Kenya or East African region

Designate a Lead Consultant with the following qualifications:

A PhD in social sciences or a Master’s degree in political science, law or social sciences with ten (10) years post qualification experience in the relevant field.

Designate an evaluation team to work under the Lead Consultant with good credentials and qualifications in the following areas:

Masters degree in Law, political science, public administration or social sciences
At least 7 years of professional experience in the area of democratic governance

4. Duration of the consultancy

The Consultancy runs for a period of 45 Working days from the date of contracting.

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified consulting firm should submit their Expression of Interest document
containing the following documents:

A Technical Proposal- detailing how the consultant proposes to undertake the consultancy
A Financial Proposal- providing a breakdown of consultancy fees, costs and estimate of expenses
A profile of the Consultant Firm
Detailed CVs of the Lead Consultant and members of the Evaluation Team as designated by the Consultant Firm

The Expression of Interest document should be submitted in one sealed envelope marked “Amkeni WaKenya Mid-Term Review” to:

The Programme Manager
Amkeni WaKenya
Mayfair Suites, Parklands Rd
P.O. Box 30218 - 00100
Nairobi

The Expression of Interest Documents should reach us on or before 19th January, 2012.

The full Terms of Reference (TOR) and requirements can be viewed by visiting the UNDP website:

www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements and the Amkeni WaKenya website:
www.amkeniwakenya.org/index.php/procurements

UNDP Amkeni WaKenya Financial Management Consultants Jobs in Kenya

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Post Title: Financial Management Consultants

Consultant: Short-Term Consultant (Individual Contractors)

Agency / Project Name: UNDP Kenya / Amkeni WaKenya` Facility

1. General Background

Reference is made to UNDP Amkeni WaKenya – CSDG Facility.

a) Background

Amkeni WaKenya is a UNDP led facility set up to promote democratic governance in Kenya. The name “Amkeni WaKenya” is inspired by the second stanza of the National Anthem that calls upon all Kenyans to arise and actively participate in nation building.

Amkeni WaKenya was established in July 2008, then known as the “Civil Society Democratic Governance Facility (CSDGF)” and works through Civil Society Organizations in the areas of democracy, human rights, governance reforms, and the integration of a rights based approach in social and economic reforms in Kenya.

Participating development partners include the Royal Netherlands Embassy (RNE), the Embassy of Sweden Embassy of Norway, the European Union and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

At the time of inception Amkeni WaKenya operated on the basis of three pillars, namely grant making, capacity building and learning & knowledge management; however these pillars have now been modified and are known as programme delivery methodologies.

AMKENI WAKENYA is thus seeking Financial Management Consultants to carry out a range of capacity building interventions for Amkeni Waconia’s partner CSOs with a view to addressing their gaps relating to policy development (financial and human resources), strategy development (fundraising and resource mobilization) and skills development (financial management and accounting).

2. Objectives of the Assignment

To enhance institutional development capacities of Amkeni WaKenya grantees with regard to policy development (financial and human resources), strategy development (fundraising and resource mobilization) and skills development (financial management and accounting).

3. Scope of Work and Responsibilities

The scope of work for this ToR shall include but not be limited to:

I. Participate in periodic or on-demand review of Amkeni WaKenya capacity assessment tools on financial management.

II. Undertake capacity assessments for CSO partners on varied aspects of financial management

III. Draft concept papers for capacity building interventions that respond to the capacity gaps highlighted by the capacity assessments when called upon to do so

IV. Facilitate capacity building interventions under guidance of the Capacity Building Specialist

V. Administer evaluation tools with respect to capacity building interventions and analyze the findings of those evaluations

VI. Compile and submit reports on capacity interventions

VII. Participate in reviews of capacity building interventions

VIII. Draft training materials on financial management

IX. The Assignment will at times entail travel outside Nairobi at short notice

4. Deliverables

The Consultants shall deliver capacity intervention reports (for capacity building activities they have facilitated).
Submission of concept papers containing designs of capacity building interventions assigned to them
Successful delivery of capacity interventions using participatory methods; e.g. conducting a participatory training workshop, providing training materials.
Submission of quality reports documenting the interventions.
Submission of quality evaluation tools and reports
Submission of quality draft training materials

5. Provision of Monitoring and Progress Controls

The Consultants shall be reporting to the Capacity Building Specialist in Amkeni WaKenya Facility.

6. Duration of Assignment, Duty Station and Expected Places of Travel

The Consultants will be contracted up to December 5th 2012. Some travel outsidede Nairobi might be required during the duration of the assignment.

7. Qualifications, Skills & Experience

The Consultants selected will have the following expertise:

Minimum - Masters University Degree in Financial Management, Business Administration or equivalent
Be a CPA-K holder or possess equivalent qualifications
S/he should have minimum 4 years’ experience of institutional capacity development interventions targeting civil society organizations in Kenya or in East African Region, with due regard to policy, strategy and skills development in financial management
Good knowledge of civil society organizations in the democratic governance sector in Kenya or East Africa
S/he shall have solid practical experience in carrying our capacity assessments and evaluation of training activities
Excellent facilitation and training skills
Excellent report writing skills
Experience in undertaking similar assignments in Kenya

8. Application Procedure.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with the subject clearly marked as follows: Amkeni WaKenya- Financial Management Consultants

Please complete a current P11 form, CVs (3 pages Maximum per CV) containing a comprehensive profile of similar or comparable consultancies and referees to: consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before 19thJanuary 2012.

The full Terms of Reference (TOR) and requirements can be viewed by visiting the UNDP website:

www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements and the Amkeni WaKenya website:

www.amkeniwakenya.org/index.php/procurements

UNDP Amkeni WaKenya Financial Management Consultants Jobs in Kenya

Advertisement for Individual Contractors

Post Title: Financial Management Consultants

Consultant: Short-Term Consultant (Individual Contractors)

Agency / Project Name: UNDP Kenya / Amkeni WaKenya` Facility

1. General Background

Reference is made to UNDP Amkeni WaKenya – CSDG Facility.

a) Background

Amkeni WaKenya is a UNDP led facility set up to promote democratic governance in Kenya. The name “Amkeni WaKenya” is inspired by the second stanza of the National Anthem that calls upon all Kenyans to arise and actively participate in nation building.

Amkeni WaKenya was established in July 2008, then known as the “Civil Society Democratic Governance Facility (CSDGF)” and works through Civil Society Organizations in the areas of democracy, human rights, governance reforms, and the integration of a rights based approach in social and economic reforms in Kenya.

Participating development partners include the Royal Netherlands Embassy (RNE), the Embassy of Sweden Embassy of Norway, the European Union and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

At the time of inception Amkeni WaKenya operated on the basis of three pillars, namely grant making, capacity building and learning & knowledge management; however these pillars have now been modified and are known as programme delivery methodologies.

AMKENI WAKENYA is thus seeking Financial Management Consultants to carry out a range of capacity building interventions for Amkeni Waconia’s partner CSOs with a view to addressing their gaps relating to policy development (financial and human resources), strategy development (fundraising and resource mobilization) and skills development (financial management and accounting).

2. Objectives of the Assignment

To enhance institutional development capacities of Amkeni WaKenya grantees with regard to policy development (financial and human resources), strategy development (fundraising and resource mobilization) and skills development (financial management and accounting).

3. Scope of Work and Responsibilities

The scope of work for this ToR shall include but not be limited to:

I. Participate in periodic or on-demand review of Amkeni WaKenya capacity assessment tools on financial management.

II. Undertake capacity assessments for CSO partners on varied aspects of financial management

III. Draft concept papers for capacity building interventions that respond to the capacity gaps highlighted by the capacity assessments when called upon to do so

IV. Facilitate capacity building interventions under guidance of the Capacity Building Specialist

V. Administer evaluation tools with respect to capacity building interventions and analyze the findings of those evaluations

VI. Compile and submit reports on capacity interventions

VII. Participate in reviews of capacity building interventions

VIII. Draft training materials on financial management

IX. The Assignment will at times entail travel outside Nairobi at short notice

4. Deliverables

The Consultants shall deliver capacity intervention reports (for capacity building activities they have facilitated).
Submission of concept papers containing designs of capacity building interventions assigned to them
Successful delivery of capacity interventions using participatory methods; e.g. conducting a participatory training workshop, providing training materials.
Submission of quality reports documenting the interventions.
Submission of quality evaluation tools and reports
Submission of quality draft training materials

5. Provision of Monitoring and Progress Controls

The Consultants shall be reporting to the Capacity Building Specialist in Amkeni WaKenya Facility.

6. Duration of Assignment, Duty Station and Expected Places of Travel

The Consultants will be contracted up to December 5th 2012. Some travel outsidede Nairobi might be required during the duration of the assignment.

7. Qualifications, Skills & Experience

The Consultants selected will have the following expertise:

Minimum - Masters University Degree in Financial Management, Business Administration or equivalent
Be a CPA-K holder or possess equivalent qualifications
S/he should have minimum 4 years’ experience of institutional capacity development interventions targeting civil society organizations in Kenya or in East African Region, with due regard to policy, strategy and skills development in financial management
Good knowledge of civil society organizations in the democratic governance sector in Kenya or East Africa
S/he shall have solid practical experience in carrying our capacity assessments and evaluation of training activities
Excellent facilitation and training skills
Excellent report writing skills
Experience in undertaking similar assignments in Kenya

8. Application Procedure.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with the subject clearly marked as follows: Amkeni WaKenya- Financial Management Consultants

Please complete a current P11 form, CVs (3 pages Maximum per CV) containing a comprehensive profile of similar or comparable consultancies and referees to: consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before 19thJanuary 2012.

The full Terms of Reference (TOR) and requirements can be viewed by visiting the UNDP website:

www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements and the Amkeni WaKenya website:

www.amkeniwakenya.org/index.php/procurements

UNDP Amkeni WaKenya Rapporteurs Consultancy Services Advertisement

1. Background

UNDP Kenya and Development Partners established a Civil Society Democratic Governance (CSDG) Facility (also known as “Amkeni WaKenya” or “The Facility”), under the UNDP Country Programme Action Plan.

The CSDG Facility, under the Democratic Governance Unit, has an objective to support the country in its efforts to uphold democratic governance, human rights and the rule of law through enhanced empowerment of the people and strengthening of relevant governance institutions.

This objective demands a focus on improved capacity of citizens to demand application of the law, upholding of basic rights of citizens, access to justice, promoting participation and inclusiveness, and ensuring the government’s accountability to citizens through the entrenchment of democratic governance in the country.

Amkeni Wakenya aims at providing support to civil society organizations working on the demand side of promoting democratic governance, and the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya.

2. The Task

Amkeni Wakenya now seeks to engage the services of four Consultants to lead in the Rappoteuring of the Facility’s various 2012 activities on an “as and when needed” basis.

3. Qualifications, Skills & Experience

First degree in Social Sciences or equivalent qualification.
At least (2) years professional experience of providing Rapporteur and report writing services at National or/ and International workshops or forums.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
Good working knowledge and experience of democratic governance issues in Kenya
Proficiency in computer especially Microsoft Office suite applications.
Excellent time management and project management skills.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Previous work with UNDP or any other UN Agency is an added advantage.

4. Duration of the consultancy

Provide rapporteuring services from the 01st February 2012 to 31st December 2012 on an “as and when needed” basis.

5. Application Procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with the subject clearly marked as follows: Amkeni WaKenya- Rapporteurs

Please complete a current P11 form, CVs (3 pages Maximum per CV) containing a comprehensive profile of similar or comparable consultancies and referees to:
consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us on or before 19th January 2012.

The full Terms of Reference (TOR) and requirements can be viewed by visiting the UNDP website: www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements and the Amkeni
WaKenya website: www.amkeniwakenya.org/index.php/procurements