Community Based Green Energy Project Officer and Community Mobilizer Jobs in Kenya - Catholic Diocese of Isiolo

The Catholic Diocese of Isiolo (Caritas Isiolo) received a grant from the EU through CAFOD to implement Community Based Green Energy Project in Isiolo Diocese.

The overall objective of the project will be to increase access to modern, affordable and sustainable energy services for community institutions in rural and peri-urban areas in the Diocese.

The Diocese is seeking to recruit qualified experienced persons to fill the following positions

Community Based Green Energy Project Officer

1 Position

Key Responsibilities:

• To prepare and review project activity and budget plans and ensure efficient budget monitoring and activity implementation
• To prepare project progress and financial reports in consultation with the Accountant and Development Coordinator
• To visit and monitor project activities, facilitate information sharing with target communities and provide technical support to staff local communities
• To facilitate the recruitment of ICT volunteers in liaison with Diocesan management and partners
• To mobilize and sensitize target communities to effectively participate in project activities through sharing project goals, objectives and activities
• To facilitate easy access of Solar Works technical staff to communities for efficient and successful installation of the solar systems and the training of local artisans and technicians
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church
• Ensure visibility of project activities is undertaken

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Have at least a Degree Science in an Energy related field with a bias to project planning and management or in any other related discipline.
• Other related short courses such as community development be an added advantage
• Must have experience of at least 2 years in project planning and implementation
• Ability to make sound and timely judgments
• Strong intellectual, analytical and decision making abilities
• Must be computer literate, conversant with operations software
• Should have good writing and communication skills
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Community Mobilizer

1 Position

Responsibilities

• To mobilize and sensitize target communities to effectively participate in project activities
• To facilitate target communities to develop beneficiary selection criteria
• To work jointly with the Project Officer and elected community leaders to facilitate the distribution of solar systems in a transparent and accountable manner
• Facilitate beneficiaries to establish and run committees and maintenance funds
• To mobilize target communities to effectively participate in the project baseline survey
• Liaising with stakeholders at the local level to support in building of synergies
• To maintain records of trained artisans/technicians, Trainers of Users and beneficiaries distribution lists for different solar systems
• To work with the trained local artisans and technicians and ensure effective maintenance services for solar systems are provided on a timely basis
• To prepare activity reports and share with the Project Officer

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• A Bachelors Degree in Social Work/degree in agriculture, environmental science, education, BA in sociology.
• At least 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software will be an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• The ability to work on their own with minimal supervision across multiple projects
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Interested candidates should submit their applications, with the vacancy clearly marked on the top right hand corner.

Please enclose a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone contacts to:

Administrator
Catholic Diocese of Isiolo
P.O. Box 162 -60300, Isiolo
Before January 3rd 2o12

Community Based Green Energy Project Officer and Community Mobilizer Jobs in Kenya - Catholic Diocese of Isiolo

The Catholic Diocese of Isiolo (Caritas Isiolo) received a grant from the EU through CAFOD to implement Community Based Green Energy Project in Isiolo Diocese.

The overall objective of the project will be to increase access to modern, affordable and sustainable energy services for community institutions in rural and peri-urban areas in the Diocese.

The Diocese is seeking to recruit qualified experienced persons to fill the following positions

Community Based Green Energy Project Officer

1 Position

Key Responsibilities:

• To prepare and review project activity and budget plans and ensure efficient budget monitoring and activity implementation
• To prepare project progress and financial reports in consultation with the Accountant and Development Coordinator
• To visit and monitor project activities, facilitate information sharing with target communities and provide technical support to staff local communities
• To facilitate the recruitment of ICT volunteers in liaison with Diocesan management and partners
• To mobilize and sensitize target communities to effectively participate in project activities through sharing project goals, objectives and activities
• To facilitate easy access of Solar Works technical staff to communities for efficient and successful installation of the solar systems and the training of local artisans and technicians
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church
• Ensure visibility of project activities is undertaken

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• Have at least a Degree Science in an Energy related field with a bias to project planning and management or in any other related discipline.
• Other related short courses such as community development be an added advantage
• Must have experience of at least 2 years in project planning and implementation
• Ability to make sound and timely judgments
• Strong intellectual, analytical and decision making abilities
• Must be computer literate, conversant with operations software
• Should have good writing and communication skills
• Must be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Community Mobilizer

1 Position

Responsibilities

• To mobilize and sensitize target communities to effectively participate in project activities
• To facilitate target communities to develop beneficiary selection criteria
• To work jointly with the Project Officer and elected community leaders to facilitate the distribution of solar systems in a transparent and accountable manner
• Facilitate beneficiaries to establish and run committees and maintenance funds
• To mobilize target communities to effectively participate in the project baseline survey
• Liaising with stakeholders at the local level to support in building of synergies
• To maintain records of trained artisans/technicians, Trainers of Users and beneficiaries distribution lists for different solar systems
• To work with the trained local artisans and technicians and ensure effective maintenance services for solar systems are provided on a timely basis
• To prepare activity reports and share with the Project Officer

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Attributes required

• A Bachelors Degree in Social Work/degree in agriculture, environmental science, education, BA in sociology.
• At least 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software will be an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously
• The ability to work on their own with minimal supervision across multiple projects
• Should be articulate in the understanding of the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church

Interested candidates should submit their applications, with the vacancy clearly marked on the top right hand corner.

Please enclose a detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and day time telephone contacts to:

Administrator
Catholic Diocese of Isiolo
P.O. Box 162 -60300, Isiolo
Before January 3rd 2o12

Nation Media Group Freelance Journalists and Photographers Jobs in Kenya

Freelance Journalists and Photographers

Job Ref. HR-FJP-12-2011

Nation Media Group wishes to recruit freelance journalists and photographers to strengthen its news gathering network across the country.

We are looking for talented, innovative, independent and self-driven journalists with proven writing and photography skills.

The freelance journalists will be based at: Kisii, Trans Mara, Siaya, Kericho, Malindi, Kitale, Busia, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Meru, Laikipia, Kiambu, Nyandarua, Baringo, Kapenguria, Lodwar, Tana River, Lamu, Taita Taveta and Kisumu.

The successful candidates will be required to write quality news stories and features for all NMG publications as well as write TV and radio scripts and/or shoot pictures.

Knowledge and skills requirements

Reporters

• University degree and training in journalism;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and cope with pressure and deadlines

Photographers

• Diploma in mass communication and training in photography;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and cope with pressure and deadlines

Interested candidates may send their applications, indicating where they wish to work and enclosing detailed CV, names of three referees and daytime telephone contacts and quoting the job reference to:

The Group Human Resource Director,
Nation Media Group,
P.O. Box 49010, 00100,
Nairobi.

To reach us not later than December 30, 2011.

Note: We will only contact the short-listed candidates.

Nation Media Group Freelance Journalists and Photographers Jobs in Kenya

Freelance Journalists and Photographers

Job Ref. HR-FJP-12-2011

Nation Media Group wishes to recruit freelance journalists and photographers to strengthen its news gathering network across the country.

We are looking for talented, innovative, independent and self-driven journalists with proven writing and photography skills.

The freelance journalists will be based at: Kisii, Trans Mara, Siaya, Kericho, Malindi, Kitale, Busia, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Meru, Laikipia, Kiambu, Nyandarua, Baringo, Kapenguria, Lodwar, Tana River, Lamu, Taita Taveta and Kisumu.

The successful candidates will be required to write quality news stories and features for all NMG publications as well as write TV and radio scripts and/or shoot pictures.

Knowledge and skills requirements

Reporters

• University degree and training in journalism;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and cope with pressure and deadlines

Photographers

• Diploma in mass communication and training in photography;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and cope with pressure and deadlines

Interested candidates may send their applications, indicating where they wish to work and enclosing detailed CV, names of three referees and daytime telephone contacts and quoting the job reference to:

The Group Human Resource Director,
Nation Media Group,
P.O. Box 49010, 00100,
Nairobi.

To reach us not later than December 30, 2011.

Note: We will only contact the short-listed candidates.

County Council of Murang’a Surveyor Assistant and Works Officer Jobs in Kenya

The County Council of Murang’a seeks to recruit suitable persons to fill the following vacant posts within our establishment.

1. Surveyor Assistant I

Salary Scale 10

Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out Land/Survey work related to Council projects including works necessary for ground rates valuation.

Qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean Grade C- or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Diploma in Land Surveying by the Kenya National Examination Council or possess any other accepted equivalent qualification.

2. Works Officer III

Salary Scale 10

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervision of artisans and staff involved in maintenance of Council’s Institutions and Installations.
• Initiation of procurement of materials and tools used in the above.

Qualifications

For appointment to the grade of Works Officer III salary scale 10, a candidate must have the following qualifications:-

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean Grade C- or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Diploma in either Building, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or its accepted equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution.

Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity card, together with relevant testimonials and certificates should be addressed to:

The Clerk to the Council
County Council of Murang’a
P.O. Box 52-10200
Murang’a.

So as to reach him not latter than 11th January 2011.

County Council of Murang’a Surveyor Assistant and Works Officer Jobs in Kenya

The County Council of Murang’a seeks to recruit suitable persons to fill the following vacant posts within our establishment.

1. Surveyor Assistant I

Salary Scale 10

Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out Land/Survey work related to Council projects including works necessary for ground rates valuation.

Qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean Grade C- or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Diploma in Land Surveying by the Kenya National Examination Council or possess any other accepted equivalent qualification.

2. Works Officer III

Salary Scale 10

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervision of artisans and staff involved in maintenance of Council’s Institutions and Installations.
• Initiation of procurement of materials and tools used in the above.

Qualifications

For appointment to the grade of Works Officer III salary scale 10, a candidate must have the following qualifications:-

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean Grade C- or its relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Diploma in either Building, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or its accepted equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution.

Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity card, together with relevant testimonials and certificates should be addressed to:

The Clerk to the Council
County Council of Murang’a
P.O. Box 52-10200
Murang’a.

So as to reach him not latter than 11th January 2011.

Postal Officers and Drivers Job Vacancies - Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK)

The Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) is a key Public Communication and Financial Services provider charged with specific statutory functions that are geared towards rapid social and economic development of our country.

To enable PCK discharge these functions, it has put in place a strategic business plan to ensure efficient delivery of services and improvement of corporate image.

Effective identification and deployment of the human capital is key to the success of our corporate goals and objectives.

In this regard the following positions are hereby advertised.

Postal Officers

Duties and Responsibilities

• To discharge all postal duties pertaining to counter services, delivery and dispatch of mail and parcels.
• Money transfer.
• Sale of stamps.
• Process transactions dealing with Agency Services.

Qualifications

• KCSE Aggregate Grade C Plain
• A Diploma ¡n Business Administration and a Driver’s/Rider’s License will be an added advantage.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be of good interpersonal relations and high integrity
• Should be between 20—30 years old.

Drivers

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out regular and daily vehicle checks as specified.
• Maintain vehicles in a presentable and clean condition at all times.
• Ensure vehicle defects are reported in time.
• Ensure consistency in a vehicle unless instructed otherwise by the controlling officer
• Ensure the assigned vehicle is fueled
• Ensure proper hand-over recording during driver change over.
• Take care and responsibility of assigned vehicle.
• Provide vehicle records i.e. mileage, fuel drawn etc when required.
• Maintenance and update of work ticket.
• Ensure only authorized staff and cargo are carried by the vehicle.
• Note down all passengers and cargo in the vehicle at all times.
• Ensure licensing and insurance is always up dated.
• Track down mileage and report regular service in time for booking.
• Report any defects detected in the vehicle.
• Ensure all vehicle use is authorized.
• Follow all the laid down regulations in case of accident which include: -

1. Stop at the scene.
2. Notify controlling officer giving all the details
3. Never accept liability.
4. Notify the nearest police station in case of an accident
5. Assist in rescue/recovery operations.

• Any other job assigned by the controlling officer.

Qualifications

• KCE Div IV or KCSE mean grade of D (Plain)
• Valid driving license/BCE minimum.
• Certification of driving by a professional body (AA of Kenya etc)
• 5 years relevant experience.
• Be a team player.
• Certificate of suitability test for drivers.
• First Aid Certificate from a reputable institution preferably St. John’s Ambulance.
• Must be between 30 and 35 of age.

Interested candidates who meet the specified minimum requirements should submit written applications, attached with updated Curriculum Vitae alongside relevant copies of certificates and testimonials.

The applications must be sent by post to the Postmaster General, P.O. Box 34567 - 00100 Nairobi, to reach him not later than 4th January 2012.

Applicants must indicate their home district.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.

Posta is an equal opportunity employer.

Member, National Police Service Commission (Retired Senior Police Officers) Job Vacancy

Republic of Kenya

The Selection Panel for the Nomination of Chairperson and Members of the National Police Service Commission

Re-Advertisement

VAC. N0. 002/2011

Member, National Police Service Commission (Retired Senior Police Officers)

Article 246 (2) (a) (ii) of the Constitution and Section 5 (2 and 3) of the National Police Service Commission Act, 2011

No. of Vacancies: 2

Applications to fill the two vacancies were invited vide the advertisement that closed on 25th October 2011.

The Selection panel, having considered the applications received to determine their compliance with the Constitution and the National Police Service Commission Act, and having noted that only one application was received from retired officers from the Administration Police Service, hereby re-advertises the position of Member, National Police Service Commission (Retired Senior Administration Police Officers).

(Please note that those who had applied for this position in the earlier advertisement need not re-apply.)

For appointment as a Member, National Police Service Commission under this category a person must:

i. be a citizen of Kenya;

ii. hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya

iii. be a retired police officer from the Administrative Police Service.

iv. have held the rank of Senior Superintendent of Police or above ; and

v. meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;

Disqualification Criteria

A person shall not be qualified for nomination as a Member of the National Police Service Commission if the person

i. is or has been, at any time within the previous five years, a member of Parliament or a county assembly;

ii. is a serving State officer;

iii. is a member of a governing body of a political party;

iv. is an un- discharged bankrupt;

v. has been convicted of a felony; or

vi. has been removed from office for contravening the provisions of the Constitution or any other law.

Interested applicants are requested to note that:

i. The names of all applicants and those shortlisted for each post shall be published in the print media after the closure of the advert.

ii. The salary and benefits for these positions shall be determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

iii. The chairperson and members of the Commission will be appointed for a single term of six (6) years and are not eligible for re-appointment.

Mode of application

i. Candidates may apply manually or electronically (online).

ii. All applications should be submitted together with detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents.

iii. Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked: “Application for Member, National Police Service Commission- (Retired Senior Administration Police Officers) Vac. No. 002/2011” and addressed to:

The Chairperson
National Police Service Commission
Selection Panel
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P.O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi

iv. Online applications may be submitted via e-mail to: npscselectionpanel@publicservice.go.ke.

Note

i. Shortlisted candidates may be required to submit additional information.

ii. The National Police Service Commission Selection Panel shall conduct public interviews of the shortlisted candidates.

iii. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applications should be received on or before 10th January, 2012 (latest by 5.00 p.m.)

Hassan Omar Hassan
Chairperson
National Police Service Commission Selection Panel

Seven Seas Divisional Manager (Infrastructure) Job Re-Advertisement

We are a leading provider of integrated business and technology solutions across Africa, in the Financial, Telecom, Real Estate, Service Industries and Government.

We work in partnership with Global Technology Industry leaders and collaborative synergies with Domain & Technology centric Eco-system Partners.

We deliver business value to customers through a combination of process excellence, quality frameworks and Service Delivery innovation.

We are seeking a results oriented, highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to fill the following vacant position:

Divisional Manager – Infrastructure

Ref: SST/KE/DMI/2011

Key Responsibilities

• Review project requests and proposals and assign projects to engineering staff;
• Prepare and update project procedures including description of the project administration process and contract documentation guidelines;
• Provide technical oversight and coordinate project implementation work while monitoring progress against project schedules;
• Review project reports, assist in resolution of field problems and authorize change orders and resolutions;
• Coordinate with Project Management Office to ensure project plans and relevant documentation is completed;
• Serve as the liaison person with the Solution Development Team in project implementation;
• Prepare the annual budget request for the Division including; staffing and equipment supply estimates; and
• Manager divisional teams.

Requirements/ Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering ,Business Information Technology or related field;
• Vendor Certifications in Cisco Networking/Security/Voice, Juniper Networking, CheckPoint, Structured Cabling, and other relevant networking /security/voice certifications.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a technical Telecommunications/ Engineering/ IT management position
• Project Management experience and certification will be an added advantage.

For this position, you require strong planning and organization skills with excellent verbal and written communication.

You must also demonstrate the ability to work in a highly driven environment, be a strong leader who is results oriented and an innovative and strategic thinker.

You should be a team player with proven dedication and commitment, persistent in approach and with a driving force.

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the above criteria, submit your application with a detailed CV, quoting the reference number to www.sevenseastech.com/careers or send it to talent@sevenseastech.com on or before 1o January 2012.

Seven Seas Divisional Manager (Infrastructure) Job Re-Advertisement

We are a leading provider of integrated business and technology solutions across Africa, in the Financial, Telecom, Real Estate, Service Industries and Government.

We work in partnership with Global Technology Industry leaders and collaborative synergies with Domain & Technology centric Eco-system Partners.

We deliver business value to customers through a combination of process excellence, quality frameworks and Service Delivery innovation.

We are seeking a results oriented, highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to fill the following vacant position:

Divisional Manager – Infrastructure

Ref: SST/KE/DMI/2011

Key Responsibilities

• Review project requests and proposals and assign projects to engineering staff;
• Prepare and update project procedures including description of the project administration process and contract documentation guidelines;
• Provide technical oversight and coordinate project implementation work while monitoring progress against project schedules;
• Review project reports, assist in resolution of field problems and authorize change orders and resolutions;
• Coordinate with Project Management Office to ensure project plans and relevant documentation is completed;
• Serve as the liaison person with the Solution Development Team in project implementation;
• Prepare the annual budget request for the Division including; staffing and equipment supply estimates; and
• Manager divisional teams.

Requirements/ Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering ,Business Information Technology or related field;
• Vendor Certifications in Cisco Networking/Security/Voice, Juniper Networking, CheckPoint, Structured Cabling, and other relevant networking /security/voice certifications.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a technical Telecommunications/ Engineering/ IT management position
• Project Management experience and certification will be an added advantage.

For this position, you require strong planning and organization skills with excellent verbal and written communication.

You must also demonstrate the ability to work in a highly driven environment, be a strong leader who is results oriented and an innovative and strategic thinker.

You should be a team player with proven dedication and commitment, persistent in approach and with a driving force.

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the above criteria, submit your application with a detailed CV, quoting the reference number to www.sevenseastech.com/careers or send it to talent@sevenseastech.com on or before 1o January 2012.

The Coconut Grill Cooks and Cleaners Jobs in Thika

1. Cooks

Experienced cook in both Indian and Chinese cuisine.

Willing to work in Thika.

2. Cleaners

Trained cleaners who are able to operate cleaning machines and clean carpets.

Email: thecoconutgrill@gmail.com

The Coconut Grill Cooks and Cleaners Jobs in Thika

1. Cooks

Experienced cook in both Indian and Chinese cuisine.

Willing to work in Thika.

2. Cleaners

Trained cleaners who are able to operate cleaning machines and clean carpets.

Email: thecoconutgrill@gmail.com

EWARN is looking for a National Research Institute in Nairobi to Contract

CEWARN, IGAD's Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism, is looking to contract an innovative and established conflict, security and development focused research institute to assist in data collection and analysis for the purpose of developing conflict early warning information that leads to local and national responses in the Karamoja and Somali clusters that link peace, security and economic development.

EWARN is looking for a National Research Institute in Nairobi to Contract

CEWARN, IGAD's Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism, is looking to contract an innovative and established conflict, security and development focused research institute to assist in data collection and analysis for the purpose of developing conflict early warning information that leads to local and national responses in the Karamoja and Somali clusters that link peace, security and economic development.

CEWARN National Facilitators Jobs in Kenya

CEWARN, IGAD's Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism intends to contract a qualified, senior National Facilitators in Kenya to guide its national strategy development dialogue process.

Please find more information on the Terms of Reference and application conditions at www.cewarn.org

CEWARN National Facilitators Jobs in Kenya

CEWARN, IGAD's Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism intends to contract a qualified, senior National Facilitators in Kenya to guide its national strategy development dialogue process.

Please find more information on the Terms of Reference and application conditions at www.cewarn.org

Handicap International Area Managers Jobs in Dadaab Refugee Camp Kenya (Somali Speakers)

Vacancy Announcement for Somali Speakers

Position: Area Manager - Somali Speaker

2 vacancies

Responsible to: - Operations Manager

Location: Dadaab refugee camp (1 - Ifo,1 - Dagahaley and Hagadera)

Closing date:- 30th December 2011

The Organization

Handicap International is an independent and impartial international Humanitarian organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster.

Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.

Job Context

Handicap International is present in Dadaab refugee camps since 2007 through its development department.

In response to the recent and massive influx of refugees, Handicap International’s Emergency Response Department has launched in August 2011 a holistic approach called Disability and Vulnerability Focal Point (DVFP) to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable newly arrived refugees.

The strategy of these DVFPs is to identify most vulnerable persons and enhance their access to essential basic and specific services through different mechanisms as well as through direct services’ provision.

After a period of suspension due to the degradation of the security context, we are now resuming our emergency activities with new modalities.

Global Objective of the Position

The main objective of the Area Manager position under the supervision of the Operations Manager is to ensure good and efficient coordination between the different teams of one Area (4 teams, with 30 to 40 team members per area);

• To ensure the quality of the different teams’ work in one area by supervising and supporting the different team leaders in their work
• To represent Handicap International’s Emergency DVFP Project at the Camps Level (coordination meetings, coordination with other stakeholders, etc…)
• To ensure that the project’s objectives and timeframe are maintained and fulfilled in one Area

Responsibilities / Tasks

• To assist the Operations Manager by ensuring efficient coordination of activities in one Area
• To ensure good field coordination between the different field teams of one Area (efficient organization, efficient internal referral system, coordination of the different teams and team members for an efficient holistic approach of the assistance provided, etc…)
• To supervise and support the different team leaders in their daily work and ensure the quality of the activities put in place at an Area level (identify strengths and weaknesses of the different team leaders, propose solutions for improvements, etc…).
  
• To ensure that the different team leaders are fulfilling their responsibilities and goals by doing regular field monitoring visits if security allows it or participating in putting in place remote control monitoring mechanisms.
• To continuously analyze the situation of his Area of intervention (refugee populations needs’ assessment, update on existing services and their functioning, community information, etc…); provide regular reports to the Operations Manager and participate in the dissemination of updates on the situation to the different teams of his area of responsibility
• To coordinate the referral system in his Area of intervention with the different stakeholders, to promote operational ‘’partnerships’’ with the different stakeholders in order to improve the referral system, to verify, complete and update information needed for our mapping of services, to provide regular updates to the different field teams on existing services and referral system,
• To represent Handicap International’s Emergency Team at the camp level according to the Operations Manager requirements
• To demonstrate an ethic and professional practice
• To demonstrate willingness to improve professional competences and abilities to increase care quality.
• To participate in the regular team meeting, workshops and to participate in the implementation of trainings
• To report to the Operations Manager on activities and challenges faced and to participate in the reflexion to improve our practices and project strategy
• To contribute to the promotion of Handicap International’s Policies (PSEA, Child Protection Policies) amongst the teams under his/her coordination and to ensure that reporting and response mechanisms are known and understood by the different teams in his Area, to report any incident and/or non respect of HI’s Policies to the Operations Manager or to another defined focal point
• To ensure the respect of security rules in his Area

Required Profile

Languages

• Somali required (both oral and written) and English (good writing skills)

Experience

• University degree in Project Management, Social sciences, Management or related fields
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar position (preferably in an INGO / association)
• Experience in Project Management
• Significant and proven experience in management and coordination

Skills

• Strong organizational skills / Capacity to prioritize
• Strong analysis capacities and reporting skills
• Strong Management skills / Good communication and listening skills
• Common sense

Personal qualities

• Adaptation to specific working conditions and to numerous security constraints
• Capacity to work in an multidisciplinary and multicultural team
• Dynamism, high level of motivation
• Interest for social work and field work
• Willingness to learn new skills and/or approaches
• Good capacity to interact with members of the team and community

If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV indicating your salary history and 3 referees with their current contacts by email to :- hr-nairobi@handicap-international-ken.org

The email subject line should be marked: “Application for Area Manager Position”

Only short listed candidates with the above qualifications and skills will be contacted.

Handicap International Area Managers Jobs in Dadaab Refugee Camp Kenya (Somali Speakers)

Vacancy Announcement for Somali Speakers

Position: Area Manager - Somali Speaker

2 vacancies

Responsible to: - Operations Manager

Location: Dadaab refugee camp (1 - Ifo,1 - Dagahaley and Hagadera)

Closing date:- 30th December 2011

The Organization

Handicap International is an independent and impartial international Humanitarian organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster.

Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.

Job Context

Handicap International is present in Dadaab refugee camps since 2007 through its development department.

In response to the recent and massive influx of refugees, Handicap International’s Emergency Response Department has launched in August 2011 a holistic approach called Disability and Vulnerability Focal Point (DVFP) to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable newly arrived refugees.

The strategy of these DVFPs is to identify most vulnerable persons and enhance their access to essential basic and specific services through different mechanisms as well as through direct services’ provision.

After a period of suspension due to the degradation of the security context, we are now resuming our emergency activities with new modalities.

Global Objective of the Position

The main objective of the Area Manager position under the supervision of the Operations Manager is to ensure good and efficient coordination between the different teams of one Area (4 teams, with 30 to 40 team members per area);

• To ensure the quality of the different teams’ work in one area by supervising and supporting the different team leaders in their work
• To represent Handicap International’s Emergency DVFP Project at the Camps Level (coordination meetings, coordination with other stakeholders, etc…)
• To ensure that the project’s objectives and timeframe are maintained and fulfilled in one Area

Responsibilities / Tasks

• To assist the Operations Manager by ensuring efficient coordination of activities in one Area
• To ensure good field coordination between the different field teams of one Area (efficient organization, efficient internal referral system, coordination of the different teams and team members for an efficient holistic approach of the assistance provided, etc…)
• To supervise and support the different team leaders in their daily work and ensure the quality of the activities put in place at an Area level (identify strengths and weaknesses of the different team leaders, propose solutions for improvements, etc…).
  
• To ensure that the different team leaders are fulfilling their responsibilities and goals by doing regular field monitoring visits if security allows it or participating in putting in place remote control monitoring mechanisms.
• To continuously analyze the situation of his Area of intervention (refugee populations needs’ assessment, update on existing services and their functioning, community information, etc…); provide regular reports to the Operations Manager and participate in the dissemination of updates on the situation to the different teams of his area of responsibility
• To coordinate the referral system in his Area of intervention with the different stakeholders, to promote operational ‘’partnerships’’ with the different stakeholders in order to improve the referral system, to verify, complete and update information needed for our mapping of services, to provide regular updates to the different field teams on existing services and referral system,
• To represent Handicap International’s Emergency Team at the camp level according to the Operations Manager requirements
• To demonstrate an ethic and professional practice
• To demonstrate willingness to improve professional competences and abilities to increase care quality.
• To participate in the regular team meeting, workshops and to participate in the implementation of trainings
• To report to the Operations Manager on activities and challenges faced and to participate in the reflexion to improve our practices and project strategy
• To contribute to the promotion of Handicap International’s Policies (PSEA, Child Protection Policies) amongst the teams under his/her coordination and to ensure that reporting and response mechanisms are known and understood by the different teams in his Area, to report any incident and/or non respect of HI’s Policies to the Operations Manager or to another defined focal point
• To ensure the respect of security rules in his Area

Required Profile

Languages

• Somali required (both oral and written) and English (good writing skills)

Experience

• University degree in Project Management, Social sciences, Management or related fields
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar position (preferably in an INGO / association)
• Experience in Project Management
• Significant and proven experience in management and coordination

Skills

• Strong organizational skills / Capacity to prioritize
• Strong analysis capacities and reporting skills
• Strong Management skills / Good communication and listening skills
• Common sense

Personal qualities

• Adaptation to specific working conditions and to numerous security constraints
• Capacity to work in an multidisciplinary and multicultural team
• Dynamism, high level of motivation
• Interest for social work and field work
• Willingness to learn new skills and/or approaches
• Good capacity to interact with members of the team and community

If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV indicating your salary history and 3 referees with their current contacts by email to :- hr-nairobi@handicap-international-ken.org

The email subject line should be marked: “Application for Area Manager Position”

Only short listed candidates with the above qualifications and skills will be contacted.

Handicap International Team Leader Mobile Teams Job in Dadaab Refugee Camp Kenya (Somali Speaker)

Vacancy Announcement for Somali Speakers

Position: Team Leader Mobile Teams - Somali Speaker

Responsible to:- Programme Manager

Location: Dadaab Refugee Camp

Closing date:- 30th December 2011

The Organization

Handicap International is an independent and impartial international Humanitarian organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster.

Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.

Job Context

Handicap International is present in Dadaab refugee camps since 2007 through its development department.

In response to the recent and massive influx of refugees, Handicap International’s Emergency Response Department has launched in August 2011 a holistic approach called Disability and Vulnerability Focal Point (DVFP) to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable newly arrived refugees.

The strategy of these DVFPs is to identify most vulnerable persons and enhance their access to essential basic and specific services through different mechanisms as well as through direct services’ provision.

After a period of suspension due to the degradation of the security context, we are now resuming our emergency activities with new modalities.

Global Objective of the Position

Under the responsibility of the Operations Manager, the Team Leader shall manage, supervise and organise team work.

They shall also ensure appropriate identification of the most vulnerable refugees, assessment of needs, referrals and assistance of the beneficiaries

Responsibilities

• Organize the daily activities of the teams and coordinate between different members of the teams to ensure an appropriate response to beneficiaries’ needs (plan and organize priorities, ensure good geographical coverage of the areas by the Social Workers, coordinate the use of transportation means with the Social Workers, etc…)
• Supervision and participation in the identification of the most vulnerable people and of the assessment of their needs (with regular field visits according to security rules and constraints)
• Maintain up-to-date beneficiaries files and reports as well as evolution notes according to the line manager and/or Operations Manager’s requirements;
• Maintain work areas clean and secure and ensure a good maintenance of material at disposal;
• Assess the general needs of the beneficiaries (with the support of specialists if needed) and ensure proper assistance is provided;
• Coordinate internal referrals § ensure good coordination with the specialists;
• Refer beneficiary to other professionals or services when needed and to ensure that team members do so appropriately (by providing technical support if needed)
• If possible depending on security constraints and priority for one shot response, to ensure that the follow up of beneficiaries is done and that actions are taken if the services are not provided as needed
• Participate in the update of the mapping of services on a weekly basis
• Contribute in building the capacities of the social workers (vulnerability assessment, referral system…)
• Demonstrate an ethic and professional practice
• Demonstrate willingness to improve professional competences and abilities to increase care quality.
• Participate in camp level coordination meeting according to the direct Line Manager and/or Operations Manager’s requirement
• Report to the direct Line Manager and/or Operations Manager on activities and challenges faced and to participate in the reflexion to improve our practices and project’s strategy
• Ensure confidentiality of beneficiaries

Required Profile

Languages

• Somali required (both oral and written)
• English (good writing skills)

Experience

• University degree in Social/Human sciences, Management or social related fields
• At least one year of experience as a team leader / manager position in an INGO / association
• Significant and proven experience in management and coordination

Knowledge

• Knowledge on Vulnerability and Disability
• Humanitarian values
• Understanding of protection issues

Skills

• Strong organizational skills, capacity to prioritize
• Good communication and listening skills
• Reporting skills

Personal qualities

• Adaptation to specific working conditions and to numerous security constraints
• Capacity to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team
• Dynamism, high level of motivation
• Interest for social work and field work
• Capacity to keep professional distance with the beneficiaries / adopt empathic positioning
• Willingness to learn new skills and/or approaches
• Good capacity to interact with members of the team and community

If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV indicating your salary history and 3 referees with their current contacts by email to :- hr-nairobi@handicap-international-ken.org

The email subject line should be marked: “Application for Team Leader Mobile position”

Only short listed candidates with the above qualifications and skills will be contacted.

3 Days Automobile Data Collection Job in Meru (KShs 1K per day + Lunch and Transport)

Three Days Automobile Data Collection job in Meru, (Kshs 1,000 per day plus Lunch and Transport to the work station)

We are a fast growing automotive company based in Meru town and require self- supervised data collectors for three days.

The successful candidate should be available immediately and ready to be based in the following towns in Meru; Meru town, Maua, Isiolo, and Nkubu.

Minimum Qualifications;

• A degree or a Diploma in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related Discipline
• Those with experience in data collection are preferred
• Ability to work under minimum supervision

You must be ambitious, able to relate with people, and very patient

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements for this job are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs to the address below to reach not later than tomorrow Tuesday 20th December, 2011.

The candidates must be willing to start working on Wednesday 21st December, 2011.

info.merutoyota@gmail.com

3 Days Automobile Data Collection Job in Meru (KShs 1K per day + Lunch and Transport)

Three Days Automobile Data Collection job in Meru, (Kshs 1,000 per day plus Lunch and Transport to the work station)

We are a fast growing automotive company based in Meru town and require self- supervised data collectors for three days.

The successful candidate should be available immediately and ready to be based in the following towns in Meru; Meru town, Maua, Isiolo, and Nkubu.

Minimum Qualifications;

• A degree or a Diploma in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related Discipline
• Those with experience in data collection are preferred
• Ability to work under minimum supervision

You must be ambitious, able to relate with people, and very patient

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements for this job are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs to the address below to reach not later than tomorrow Tuesday 20th December, 2011.

The candidates must be willing to start working on Wednesday 21st December, 2011.

info.merutoyota@gmail.com

Quality Control Clerk Job in Mombasa Kenya

Organization: Africa Tea and Coffee Company Ltd

A tea and coffee export and manufacturing company based in Shimanzi area, Mombasa

Position: Quality Control Clerk

Gender: Male

Age: under 30 years of age

Requirements:

• Diploma in any business field
• Over one year relevant experience
• Excellent computer skills
• Diploma in Food technology is an additional advantage to those who apply.

Responsibilities:

• Tea and coffee inputting
• Tea and coffee costing
• Collection of tea and coffee
• Delivery orders
• Maintaining stocks of tea and coffee

Note:

CV’s should include all certificates, recommendations and/or referees from each of the companies that formerly employed the applicant.

All applicants should be residing in Mombasa

Email: atc3@africaonline.co.ke

Deadline: 30th December 2011

Quality Control Clerk Job in Mombasa Kenya

Organization: Africa Tea and Coffee Company Ltd

A tea and coffee export and manufacturing company based in Shimanzi area, Mombasa

Position: Quality Control Clerk

Gender: Male

Age: under 30 years of age

Requirements:

• Diploma in any business field
• Over one year relevant experience
• Excellent computer skills
• Diploma in Food technology is an additional advantage to those who apply.

Responsibilities:

• Tea and coffee inputting
• Tea and coffee costing
• Collection of tea and coffee
• Delivery orders
• Maintaining stocks of tea and coffee

Note:

CV’s should include all certificates, recommendations and/or referees from each of the companies that formerly employed the applicant.

All applicants should be residing in Mombasa

Email: atc3@africaonline.co.ke

Deadline: 30th December 2011

Corporate Business Development Executive Job in Kenya

Job Title: Corporate Business Development Executive

Company Profile:

Our Client is a global logistics and transportation solutions provider

Main Purpose of the Job

To Develop and maintain the relationship with customers through being the one-stop-shop contact point & acquiring new customer to achieve business growth.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop new customers from both the market and existing customers with business solutions.
• Plan and execute regular maintenance and business development visits to customer.
• Maintain and regularly update customer information.
• Understand all aspects of customers’ business needs, network within customer’s organization to explore customers’ needs and business development opportunities.
• Promote suitable products /solutions and develop solutions for customers involving business units.
• Work with other business units such as ground operations, cargo operations, etc., to ensure proper service delivery to customers.
• Prepare proposals and quotations to customers.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by providing smooth customer service to customers as per agreed service standards.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in a related field
• English proficiency
• 5 years experience in business development 2 of which must be in logistics.
• Computer Proficiency: MS office Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook)
• Knowledge and Experience in selling Freight, Express products and Logistics
• Previous experience in customer management experience
• Consultancy Selling Skills

Competencies:

Conceptual Thinking & Innovation

• When looking at information, sees patterns, trends, or missing pieces.
• Notices when a current situation is similar or dissimilar to a past situation, and identifies the similarities and / or differences.

Achievement Drive

• Keeps track of and measures outcomes against a standard of excellence not imposed by others
• May focus on new or more precise ways of meeting goals set by management

Developing Others

• Gives detailed instructions and/or on-the-job demonstrations
• Makes specific helpful suggestions

Organizational Commitment

• Helps others get their job done
• Respects and accepts what authorities see as important
• Expresses pride, pleasure, and/or dedication about being part of the organization
• Promotes and /or defends the organization’s reputation with outsiders

Customer Service Orientation

• Takes personal responsibility for correcting customer-service problems
• Corrects problems promptly and un-defensively, even if taking a loss is involved

Integrity

• Take pride in being trustworthy
• Is honest in customer relations
• Serves all equally

Relationship Building

• Builds or maintains rapport with friends or acquaintances
• Pursues friendly relationships with associates, customers, or others at clubs, restaurants, sports events etc

Leadership

• States agenda’s and objectives; controls time; makes assignments, etc

Teamwork

• Genuinely values others’ input and expertise
• Displays willingness to learn from others, including subordinates and peers
• Solicits ideas and opinions to help form specific decisions or plans

Flexibility

• Demonstrates willingness to change ideas or perceptions based on new information or contrary evidence
• Understands other people’s points of view.

Initiative

• Acts quickly and decisively in a crisis or other time sensitive situation
• Acts with a sense of urgency when the norm is to wait, study the situation, and hope the problem will resolve it self

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Chief Accountant Job Vacancy in Kenya

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Reporting to: Financial Controller

Main Purpose of the Job

Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the payroll, payroll entries and ensure all accounting controls are in place.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Analyze and review budgets and expenditures.
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, invoices, and other accounting documents.
• Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control.
• Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, vendors and clients.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems and manual filing systems.
• Supervise the input and handling of financial data and reports for the company's automated financial systems.
• Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications.
  
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
• This is normally acquired through a combination of the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, three to five years of accounting experience and successful completion of ACCA/CPA exams.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Chief Accountant Job Vacancy in Kenya

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Reporting to: Financial Controller

Main Purpose of the Job

Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the payroll, payroll entries and ensure all accounting controls are in place.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Analyze and review budgets and expenditures.
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, invoices, and other accounting documents.
• Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control.
• Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, vendors and clients.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems and manual filing systems.
• Supervise the input and handling of financial data and reports for the company's automated financial systems.
• Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications.
  
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
• This is normally acquired through a combination of the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, three to five years of accounting experience and successful completion of ACCA/CPA exams.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Longhorn Assistant Internal Auditor and English Editor Jobs in Kenya

Longhorn is an established Company in the publishing industry.

We wish to recruit highly competent, proactive and self-driven persons to fill the positions below:

Assistant Internal Auditor

Ref: HR/11/17

Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the key responsibilities will be to:

• Participate in executing the risk-based annual internal audit plan and enterprise-wide risk assessment
• Regularly follow up on internal and external audit recommendations
• Participate in review of the risk management framework of the organisation and recommend solutions to mitigate risk exposures
• Review policies and procedures of the organisation for continuous improvement of the organization’s operations.

Qualifications

• A business-related degree
• CPA (K) and CISA or CIA
• At least 2 years relevant working experience. (experience in internal audit will be an added advantage)
• Good analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

English Editor

Ref: HR/11/18

Reporting to the Publishing Manager, the key responsibilities will be to:

• Source and induct authors and external readers to facilitate the development and refinement of manuscripts.
• Evaluate, copy edit and proofread manuscripts to meet set standards.
• Carry out market surveys, scan and monitor the publishing environment to establish existing gaps ¡n the marketplace to guide ¡n product development.
• Establish sources of copyrighted materials and seek permissions accordingly to fulfill acquisition requirements.
• Work with product designers, photographers, illustrators and other suppliers to meet agreed production quality and schedules.

Qualifying criteria

• KCSE Grade B+ ¡n English
• Bachelor of Education ( English, Literature)
• Those with a Master of Arts in English will have an added advantage
• 2 years teaching experience or 4 years ¡n editing, with a proven track record of producing error-free books and other materials
• Good communication skills, a team player with innovation and analytical skills

If you meet the above requirements, send your application quoting the reference number on the left-hand corner of the envelope to the address below, or email to hr@longhornpublishers.com

Enclose a detailed CV, copies of certificates, and testimonials, together with names of three referees (two of which should be previous employers), so as to reach the undersigned not later than 9th December, 2011.

The Managing Director,
Longhorn Kenya Limited
P.O Box 18033 — 00500,
Nairobi

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.