CARE International Jobs in Somalia

CARE International is an international NCC working in Somalia. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, as well as mitigating immediate suffering caused by drought, conflict and displacement. 

We invite applications from experienced and talented individuals to fill the following positions.

Regional Hire - Rural Women Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator 

(REF-SOMIEXIOI2O) — Based in Garowe, Puntland

The Rural Women Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator will be responsible for managing CARE’s Rural Women Program work in Somalia in a defined geographical area. 

S/he will contribute to strategic planning and ensure high quality, accountable and impactful program design and delivery of programs targeting vulnerable rural women and the communities they live in to address underlying causes of poverty, vulnerability and marginalization that affect them.

Specific responsibilities:  

Staff oversight, program design, implementation, monitoring and reporting, grant and knowledge management, advocacy and liaison with partners, donors, government and other stakeholders who are key to achieving the results of the program.

Requirements: 

• Masters degree in social sciences or relevant field with minimum five (5) years professional experience in conflict/post-conflict context (preferably in Somalia) with at least 2 years field experience in project management (including managing work through partners) and working with pastoralist communities in Africa. 
• Ability to work as a team player and strong leadership, gender, conflict analysis and negotiating skills required.

Regional Hire - Urban Youth Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator

(REF-SOMIEXIOI2I) — Based in Hargeisa Somaliland

The Urban Youth Program Monitoring and Learning Coordinator will be responsible for managing CARE’s Urban Youth Program work in Somalia in a defined geographical area. 

S/he will contribute to strategic planning and ensure high quality, accountable and impactful program design and delivery of programs targeting vulnerable urban youth, with a focus on secondary education and livelihoods, to address underlying causes of poverty, vulnerability and marginalization that affect them.

Specific responsibilities: 

Staff oversight, program design, implementation, monitoring and reporting, grant and knowledge management, advocacy and liaison with partners, donors, government and other stakeholders who are key to achieving the results of the program.

Requirements:  

• Masters degree in social sciences or relevant field with minimum five (5) years professional experience in conflict/post-conflict context (preferably in Somalia) with at least 2 years field experience in project management (including managing work through partners) and working with pastoralist communities in Africa. 
• Ability to work as a team player and strong leadership, gender, conflict analysis and negotiating skills required.

Regional Hire-Secondary Education Advisor  

(REF-SOM/EX10122) - Based in Garowe, Puntland

The Secondary Education Advisor will provide overall technical expertise on secondary education under the Urban Youth program, including new large-scale EC-funded projects in Puntland and Somaliland. 

S/he will be responsible for developing education strategies, advising project teams, monitoring and reporting on progress, and coordinating and liaising with staff, partners, government ministry representatives and other stakeholders.

Specific responsibilities:  

Technical support, assessments and baselines, monitoring systems/tools and their use, implementation of secondary and teacher training activities, donor reporting and collaboration with MoE officials, consortium staff, community education committees, school heads, staff and other stakeholders.

Requirements:  

• Master’s degree in Education or relevant field. Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Somalia or in the Horn of Africa in child-friendly and girls’ secondary education programming with partners. 
• Knowledge of USAID, EC and other rules & regulations, contract management, technical and managerial skills. 
• Sound judgment and ability to work effectively with others at all levels, firm belief in teamwork, partnership, gender equality, participatory approaches and sustainable development.
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

For all Regional positions:

Applications/CV with daytime telephone contacts and three referees clearly marked the reference number should be sent by 16th October, 2012 to: recruit@som.care.org

International Hire - Puntland Education Project Coordinator for EC Consortium

Based in Garowe1 Puntland

The Puntland Education Project Coordinator will provide overall strategy leadership and direction for a three-year EC-funded project, managing a consortium comprising CARE, Save the Children, ADRA and VU Amsterdam University. 

S/he will work closely with the MoE in Puntland, consortium partners and other key stakeholders, overseeing project delivery, contract management and donor reporting.

Specific responsibilities: 

Project delivery (define working arrangements for consortium, monitor project activities and progress, oversee technical support to MoE, manage assessments, baselines, evaluations), consortium management (strategic guidance to and coordination with stakeholders, coordinate project management committee, representation), contract management, staff management (of technical assistants within MoE and senior project officer), monitoring and reporting.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, social sciences or related field. Five years’ experience working in the region and in education programming (building capacity of MoEs using a sector-wide approach). 
• Demonstrated experience in management and working in (preferably leading) a consortium. Sound judgment and ability to work effectively with others at all levels, firm belief in teamwork, partnership, gender equality, participatory approaches and sustainable development. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required, and Somali language skills desired.

Get more details about this position and apply online from the website below: https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CHO5/ats/careers/requisition .jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1 &rid=1753

International Hire - Pastoralist Technical Advisor for Consortium 

Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland

CARE and six other NGQs (Oxfam, WVI, ADRA, DRC, COOPI and ACF) in Somalia are initiating a consortium to build resilience among pastoralist, agro-pastoralist and peri-urban livelihoods, as a response to multiple droughts and last year’s famine. 

• The position will provide technical lead in pastoralist resilience in the consortium, during inception and implementation. 
• The position is initially for six months, based in Hargeisa, with travel to other parts of Somalia and Nairobi, with the intention to extend for full duration of program (3-5 years). 
• S/he will provide technical support to consortium, ensuring innovation, harmonization of approaches, technical quality and coordination.

Specifics responsibilities: 

• Program design (develop needs analysis and evidence base, draw lessons from consortium partners), technical support and program quality (provide regular updates/reports to CoP, develop and support M&E mechanisms), learning and policy development (support innovation, knowledge management, input on regional and global policy work).

Requirements:  

• Master’s degree on livestock management, rangeland/dryland management, natural resource management or rural livelihoods. 
• Five years’ experience in pastoralist programming in Horn of Africa and three years’ experience in advisory role in NGO or similar. 
• Technical experience in NRM, animal husbandry, veterinary practices, livestock marketing, income/asset diversification, drought cycle management and pastoralist budget and resource management practices. 
• Excellent communication skills required, along with proven ability to facilitate learning and monitor, evaluate and measure impact of livelihood and/or resilience programming in pastoralist setting. 
• Consortium and Somali language skills highly desirable.

Get more details about this position and apply online from the website below: https://ch .tbe.taleo.netICHO5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CARE USA&cws=1 &rid=1751
 

International Hire - Peace-building and Governance Program Coordinator for Consortium

Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland 

CARE, DRC, IRC and UNICEF have developed a joint program to strengthen local governance and conflict management at the village level in Somaliland and Puntland (targeting village institutions and local representatives, including marginalized minorities, women and youth, to build skills in project management, financial management, conflict resolution, advocacy and leadership skills, as well as public speaking). 

This position will provide overall leadership for the implementation of the Consortium, overseeing the establishment and functioning of a joint Program Quality Unit to ensure harmonization and quality of interventions. 

S/he will be responsible for developing the overall program approach, guided by the proposal, bringing together technical expertise from each agency, and developing harmonized ways of working, tools and manuals.

Specific responsibilities:  

Program management (support staff hiring, develop tools, manuals and systems based on best practice, develop and implement baseline study and help develop M&E system), program quality and coherence (provide regular updates?

reports to consortium, coordinate technical support and program quality unit), learning (support innovation, knowledge management, input on regional and global policy work), reporting and liaison and representation.

Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in community development, sociology, political science or related field. 
• Seven years’ experience in progressively more senior position in governance, peacebuilding and/or community development. 
• Experience managing projects and consortia and working with partners. 
• Technical knowledge of peacebuiding and governance strengthening in fragile environments. 
• Excellent communication, negotiation and facilitation skills required. 
• Experience working in Somalia is highly desirable.

Get more details about this position and apply online from the website below: https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CHO5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CARE USA&cws=1 &rid=1752

Competencies and skills for all positions:

Respect, accountability, analytical ability, networking, adaptability, initiating action, building partnerships, communication with impact, facilitating change, coaching, managing performance for success, operational decision making, planning and organizing. 

For all positions, computer literacy in MS-Word, Excel, good interpersonal, communication and writing skills are required.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity, our diversity is our strength and we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.

JPIP Project Architect, Project M&E Specialist, and PR Officer Jobs in Kenya

Project: Judicial Performance Improvement Project (JPIP)

The Government of Kenya (GoK) has applied for financing from the World Bank to finance the proposed Judicial Performance Improvement Project (the Project), and intends to apply part of the proceeds of the financing to put together a Project Management Unit (PMU) comprising a team of professionals dedicated to planning and implementation of the Project.

The judiciary now invites applicants to apply for the following vacant positions:-

1. Project Architect

General

The Project Architect will work under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator. 

The main purpose of the Architect will be to monitor and supervise the work of civil works consultants, and contractors to ensure that all services and construction works are proceeding in accordance with the contracts and to the satisfaction of the Judiciary. 

The Architect will also prepare progress reports to assist the Project Coordinator and the Technical Committee to make rational decisions during implementation of the civil works component of the project.

Duties

The Project Architect will be responsible for 

• monitoring the performance and progress of civil works consultants and contractors, including producing and disseminating progress reports, 
• providing technical assistance to the Directorates to ensure the civil works meet user needs at planning and construction stages, and 
• assisting the civil works consultants and contractors with information/decisions required to and from the Judiciary.

Specifically, the Architect will be responsible for communicating decisions of the Project Technical Committee and PMU to civil works consultants and contractors, and assisting them in assessing the requirements and expectations of end-users of the facilities;

The Project Architect will also be involved in the following project activities;

• Being the client representative during the design phase
• Pre-design and supervision field visits
• Assisting in the preparation of Bills of Quantities and in the tender evaluation process
• Supervision of construction through the Project Manager
• Close inspections during site hand over and the defect liability window.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

• Have a first degree in Architecture or equivalent from an accredited university. A relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage;
• Be a registered architect;
• Have a minimum of 10 years hands-on experience in a similar position in the planning, design and supervision of civil works projects;
• Have demonstrated capacity to manage civil works contracts.
• Have a good command of computerized design, database and spreadsheet construction, as well as their practical applications;

2. Project Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

General
The M&E Specialist (M&ES) will work under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator. 

The main purpose of monitoring and evaluation will be to ensure availability of information on implementation progress, accountability, efficiency and effectiveness of the project. 

M&E will involve a systematic collectionand assessment of information related to the outcomes, processes, or operations of the project. 

M&E will be an ongoing activity to generate information that will assist the Project Coordinator and the Technical Committee make rational decisions during implementation of the project.

Duties

The M&E Officer will be responsible for 

• overall monitoring and evaluation of the project, including producing and disseminating reports 
• providing technical assistance to the Directorates to develop comprehensive monitoring and evaluation guidelines for their component objectives, and 
• developing appropriate indicators of effective implementation, achievements and impact at various levels within the Judiciary.

Specifically, the M&E specialist will:

• Refine the Results Framework in line with World Bank modalities;
• Define the key performance indicators (inputs, outputs, outcomes) for monitoring the project; their target values and specifying the timing and format of reporting;
• Management and maintain the MIS system for collecting and reporting indicators, to ensure that data are regularly reported and entered into the MIS;
• Ensure efficient and regular monitoring reports to the PMU Project Coordinator, analyze progress and performance as well as highlight areas of concern; and prepare the documentation for review by the Technical Committee;
• Be responsible for the mid-term review report;
• Assist in establishing a system of conducting any required baseline surveys required by Directorates and provide technical support to enable them meet their monitoring and evaluation needs.
• Prepare periodic reports of monitoring and evaluation undertaken and present and disseminate results through workshops.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

• Have a first degree in Architecture or equivalent from an accredited university. A relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage;
• Have a minimum of 10 years hands-on experience in a similar position in project/program monitoring and evaluation,
• Have the ability to use management information systems as an added advantage;
• Demonstrate capacity to develop and oversee implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans, survey and data analysis and report writing;
• Have proven ability in conducting operations research, impact assessments, work plans and budgeting, project/program monitoring and evaluation, documentation and advocacy;
• Have sound IT knowledge including statistical applications.

3. Project Communications/Public Relations Officer (PRO)

General

The PRO will work under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator.

The main purpose of communications is to ensure availability of information on implementation progress, accountability, values, and clarity on objectives and impacts of the project. 

PRO will involve a systematic collection and assessment of information related to the ongoing activities of the project, including getting feedback from people internally and externally and to generate information that will assist the Project Coordinator and the Technical Committee understand the general views of the stakeholders to enable them make rational decisions and accurate inward/outward communications during implementation of the project.

Duties

More specifically the PRO expert will carry out the following tasks:

• Identify effective channels of dissemination of information products to relevant target audiences and supervise distribution;
• Provide technical support to the PMU and other project consultants in developing proper communication strategy while conducting different project activities (trainings, workshops, stakeholder consultations, arrangements of study tour, preparation of knowledge products, etc.);
• Advise the Project Coordinator on the needs for any communication and outreach activities;
• Support and provide guidance to the preparation of annual communication plans including budgets, planning, and implementation of campaigns;
• Support in identifying success stories and other themes that can be used in communication campaigns and making the stakeholders understand the improvements the Judiciary is making in its performance improvements;
• Proofread and fine-tune texts and materials to make them understandable and interesting to the targeted audiences;
• Prepare information pamphlets for distribution to the general public to educate them on the roles and working relations with the Judiciary;
• Act as focal point for preparation and establishment of meetings, workshops and seminars.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

• Have a first degree in Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Information Sciences, Public Relations, International Relations, Journalism, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualifications from a recognized university.

• Have served as a Communications Officer or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three ( 3) years;
• A clear understanding of the working of the media and socio-political environment in Kenya;

Core competencies

In addition to the job-specific requirement given above all candidates must possess the following core competencies:-

• Excellent planning and organizational skills;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to prepare and present concise oral and written reports;
• Have strong leadership skills;
• Have clear understanding of the role of the Judiciary in realizing the demands of the Constitution, Vision 2030 goals and other policy documents of Judiciary;
• Have good Information Communication Technology skills for word processing, spread sheets, presentation, communication and reporting skills;
• Have the ability to work under minimal supervision;
• Should demonstrate a high degree of integrity, initiative, flexibility, judgment, and reliability;
• Have proven capacity for intellectual and operational leadership,
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team.

Duration of Contracts

The overall duration of the contracts will be thirty six (36) months renewable annually.
The contract may be extended up to the end of the project life (approximately 60 months) subject to performance.

Please note that these will be full-time positions and are planned to commence in January 2013.
 

All applications should be made through the Judiciary Website www.judiciary.go.ke/jobs/
 

So as to reach the Chief Registrar not later than 17th of October, 2012.

Judicial S.C. Resident Magistrate and Legal Researcher Jobs in Kenya

The Constitution of Kenya focuses on values of integrity, efficiency and effectiveness in work performance, citizen centered and results-focused service delivery. 

In fulfillment of its constitutional mandate as provided under article 159 and responding to the high public expectations and demands for improved performance, the Judiciary has developed a Judiciary Transformation Framework 2012-2016.

This framework is premised on four key pillars: people focused delivery of service; transformative leadership, organization culture and professional motivated staff; adequate financial resources and physical infrastructure; and harnessing technology as an enabler for justice.

To enhance its capacity to implement the transformation framework, the Judiciary wishes to expand its technical human resources by filling the following vacant positions.

Resident Magistrate (51 posts)

REF: V/No. 13/2012
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Station: Various Courts

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to the position of Resident Magistrate, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

• A Law Degree from any recognized university;
• A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
• Admission to the Roll of Advocates;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Must not have any pending complaints with the Advocates Complaints Commission, the Disciplinary Committee or adverse report from current and previous employer(s);
• Serving in private practice or other employment with three (3) years post admission experience and a current practicing certificate and
• Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will be posted to any court station in the country:-
Specific duties will include:-

• Presiding over Resident Magistrate’s Court in any part of Kenya with jurisdiction as stipulated in various statutes;
• Performing Deputy Registrars duties as stipulated in various statutes;
• Overseeing the operations of the court(s) and management of staff under his/her charge; and
• Carrying out a wide range of administrative functions for those heading stations.
• Cary out any other such duties as may be assigned by the Judicial Service Commission.

Legal Researcher (85 posts)

REF: V/No. 12/2012
Terms of Service: 3 Year Contract
Station: Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, High Court,
Industrial Court, Environment and Land Court

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to the position of Legal Researcher, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

• A Law Degree from any recognized university;
• A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
• Admission to the Roll of Advocates;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Must not have any pending complaints with the Advocates Complaints Commission, the Disciplinary Committee or adverse report from current and previous employer(s);
• Those in private practice must be in possession of a current practicing certificate;
• 2 years experience in Legal Research and
• Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidates will perform the following functions:-
Specific duties will include:-

• Research on precedent setting authorities within varied jurisdictions both within and outside of the commonwealth;
• Drafting well researched legal briefs on variety of legal issues touching on different branches of law;
• Writing analytical summaries of written argument or evidence and assessing the argument in light of academic legal literature and case law.

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by:-

• Filing an online Application for Employment Form available on the Judiciary website: www.judiciary.go.ke/jobs or clicking the vacancies link on the website. Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application as provided:-

1. A letter of application
2. Detailed and updated curriculum vitae summarizing the applicant’s bio-data.
3. The applicant’s recent colored passport size photographs.
4. Declaration of income and liabilities as at the time of making the application, using the prescribed forms (The Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities Form JSC 2b can be downloaded from the Judiciary website – www.judiciary.go.ke) .
5. Certified copies of testimonials and professional certificates and academic transcripts.

• Applicants are also required to forward one (1) hard copy of the completed Employment Application Form including all the attachments cited above.

To:
The Secretary
Judicial Service Commission
P.O. BOX 30041 – 00100 NAIROBI
E-mail: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.ke

Commission Secretariat: Mayfair Centre,
Ralph Bunche Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi, 5th Floor
So as to reach the commission not later than 25th October, 2012 at 5.00 p.m.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates.

The Secretary,
Judicial Service Commission.

Base Titanium Electrical Engineer Job in Kenya

Electrical Engineer

Base Titanium Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company, Base Resources Umited, is developing the Kwale Mineral Sands Project about 50km south of Mornbasa. 

The project is now funded and construction commenced in the 3rd quarter of 2011. Production is scheduled to start during the second half of 2013.

Base is a creative resource company that places a strong emphasis on being part of the community in which It operates and on attracting and developing good people. 

Kwale is the first large mining development in Kenya since 1911 and represents an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates seeking to be part of the successful development of the project. 

Pragmatic and pro-active candidates with strong integrity and who work wel in a team environment are encouraged to apply.

Reporting to the Electrical Superintendent, the Electrical Engineer will be responsible for electrical
supervision, technical input and quality control during the construction phase of the Project, initially for a fixed term of twelve months.

Qualifications and experience:

 
The ideal candidate will:

• Minimum 15 years working experience.
• A Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Significant practical experience with the installation, operation and maintenance of medium and high voltage (up to 132kV) switching and distribution equipment.
• Sound practical experience of electrical Isolation procedures
• Good electrical fault finding and problem solving skills
• Sound practical experience of operation and maintenance of low voltage electrical equipment including motor control centres, variable speed drives, PLC’s etc.

Eligible applicants must submit a Cumci4um Vitae with a cover letter, copy of Identity Card, copies
of qualifications and three traceable references for the attention of the Human Resources
Manager, clearly marked “Application for Electrical Engineer position” to:
Email: recrultment@basetltanlum..com

Applications must be received on or before 10th October 2012. Only shortlisted candidates wil
be contacted.

ICAP Director of Strategic Information and Research Job in Nairobi Kenya

ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and the Ministry of Medical Services to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services at provincial and district health facilities. 

This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Applications are invited for the following positions:
 

Title: Director of Strategic Information and Research
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya with travel to ICAP sites in Kenya
 

Overall Job Function
 

Reporting to the Country Director, ICAP Kenya, the Director of Strategic Information and Research will direct and coordinate all routine monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and research activities within ICAP Kenya.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Overall coordination of ICAP-Kenya routine M&E activities across programmatic areas, including HIV care and treatment, PMTCT, TB/HIV, counseling and testing programs, palliative care, cervical cancer, prevention in care and treatment settings, and adherence support. This includes strengthening paper-based and electronic M&E tools at all levels (facility, district, and national), developing and implementing data management and quality assurance procedures at all levels, ensuring timely and efficient flow of data from facility to regional office to central office and to the ICAP/CU-New York SI Unit, and strengthening data analysis and regular feedback to the technical and leadership team and the ICAP regional teams and sites.
• Provide technical direction for and supervise the SI team in the Nairobi office, and co-supervise SI staff at regional office to implement routine M&E activities, which will include developing and revising M&E plan(s) and staff workplans, and ensuring adequate allocation of resources for facilities and regional offices.
• Lead efforts to build capacity of provincial, district, and facility teams to improve national M&E systems including the national DHIS, using data for program improvement and timeliness of reporting.
• Oversee adaptation and implementation of DHIS as ICAP’s internal aggregate database. This includes ensuring all M&E staff are trained to use the system; overseeing database customization, data entry, quality assurance and development of useful outputs from the database including charts, graphs and pivot tables.
• Ensure all ICAP reporting obligations are fulfilled, including the generation of semi-annual and annual progress reports, training reports and other reports as assigned.
• Generate and track ICAP-Kenya targets for facilities and regions.
• Perform data analysis and presentation for presentations and reports and coordinate the writing of abstracts and scientific papers
• Manage all ICAP research activities including developing concept sheets and proposals for new research projects, developing protocols and data collection instruments; project tracking; hiring and training of research staff including study coordinators, interviewers, and data entry clerks; obtaining CU, local and other ethical approvals; developing analysis plans, and as appropriate, conducting analyses and drafting publications
• Routine communications with key stakeholders, such as Ministries of Health, CDC, USAID and other implementing partners on M&E related issues.
• Represent ICAP/CU-Kenya in national and international for meetings related to monitoring and evaluation

Education:

• Masters level degree in public health, (epidemiology, biostatistics, health services, maternal and child health) or any other relevant social science required (PhD/MD preferred).

Experience, Skills & Minimum Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years professional experience planning, evaluating and implementing health programs, HIV program and research activities.
• Program development, project management and research experience.
• Field-oriented and comfortable with a team approach to program implementation and able to manage multiple major activities simultaneously.
• High-level computer skills, including ability to rapidly process and analyze data using MS Excel and statistical packages
• Leadership and management skills
• Proven communication and negotiation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Medical degree an advantage
• Excellent writing skills and communication abilities in both English and Swahili
• High-level computer skills, including ability to rapidly process and analyze data using a standard statistical package.
• Advanced knowledge of electronic medical records systems and deployment of database systems for patient monitoring.

All applications including a current CV, telephone number and 3 referees (one who should be at least your current/previous supervisor) should be sent to the HR and Administration Manager, ICAP icap.vacancies@gmail.com before 13th October 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Freelance Writers – Energy Sector Jobs in Kenya

Freelance Writers – Energy Sector   

A Kenyan publishing firm is seeking to launch a magazine focused on the Energy Sector in Kenya and the region.

We are looking for freelance correspondents and contributors who have knowledge in the energy sector and can write captivating articles on various topics.

If you are the right person, send your application letter, CV and 3 of your most relevant articles to jobinmedia@yahoo.com before 10th October 2012.

Applications sent without sample articles will be disqualified.

Sales Men / Ladies Jobs in Kenya

Qualifications
 

Education: Atleast Form Four with C+. Sales & marketing training is required.
 

Language: English & Kiswahili
 

Computer literate and ability to use internet
 

Remuneration: 15% Commission on sales
 

Commencement: Immediate

If you posses the necessary qualification, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role to extremes360@gmail.com

Insurance Industry Agency Development Head Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Head - Agency Development

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Insurance

Do challenges excite rather than weigh you down?  

Are you a great influencer of people, capable of easily mobilizing others towards set goals? 

If you have these qualities, then we have an opportunity that may interest you. 

Our client a leader in the Insurance Industry in the region seeks to fill the position of Head- Agency Development.

The successful candidate will mainly be responsible for coordinating and monitoring the recruitment, training and development of over 400 tied life insurance agents to enable the Company achieve its targets in ordinary life business and grow its market share.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that the set agency force training arrangements in respect of Certificate of Proficiency, corporate profile, products, sales cycle, markets and market segmentation are implemented.
• Ensuring that the set agency force recruitment criteria such as education, numeracy, personality, age, and licensing status are considered for every recruitment.
• Ensuring continuous prospecting for and recruitment of Tied Life Agents (TLAs) to maintain sufficient flow of new recruits to ensure that the Company operates with the required numbers of agents.
• Developing the Agency Force proficiency in a wide range of activities, including data gathering, data analysis, use of the Weekly Planner, Diary and Prospect 100, qualifying appointments; coaching and counselling, supervising and planning.
• Enforcing continuous Agency Force professional training and development programme, in line with industry and international standards.
• Monitoring and assessing the performance of TLAs and Unit Leaders within the parameters set by the Company.
• Assisting Heads of Agencies and Unit Leaders in achieving the set production targets; monitoring persistency and quality of business, and controlling expenses to ensure that business is produced in a cost effective manner.
• Meeting established business development and organic growth targets in sales, new business acquisition, renewals and premium income.
• Identifying market opportunities and making recommendations towards development of targeted value-product offerings for viable market segments.
• Negotiating for check-off facilities to grow private sector and civil service penetration through the agency network; supporting check-off function by monitoring adherence to prescribed procedures and tackling problematic cases to ensure high success rates in closing and premium remittance
• Preparing and submitting weekly / monthly / quarterly reports / bulletins in respect of the Agency Force activities for management meetings
• Arbitrating on any conflicts within the Agency Force to ensure a harmonious working relationship with one another and with Head Office

Qualifications and Experience

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field or equivalent qualification.
• An ACII or equivalent qualification or be within reach of attaining full qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years’ solid experience in the insurance industry; familiarity with ordinary life business, and especially the management of an agency force, will be an added advantage.
• A passion for sales and marketing and a profound interest in pursuing a successful career in this area.
• Have a demonstrable track record in leading teams to achieve superior performance.
• Possess a refined business acumen and sharp commercial sense; adept at spotting and exploiting business opportunities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills, especially adept at setting priorities and mobilizing teams towards achieving set goals.
• Ability to create strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.

To apply, send your detailed and updated CV to jobs@flexi-personnel.com not later than Monday, 8th October 2012.  

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Safaricom Principal Category Sourcing Officer Job in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Supply Chain Management Department within Finance Division. 

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:
 

Principal Category Sourcing Officer
 

Ref: FIN-_PCSO_OCTOBER _2012

Reporting to Senior Manager-Purchasing, the job holder will effectively manage the purchasing cycle, ensuring that procurement policies and procedures are complied with, negotiating and managing supplier contracts and end-to-end tendering process as well as ensuring that in all circumstances Safaricom secures the best service/product for the best economical price within the Outsourced services.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, implement and manage the entire category sourcing strategy and align it to the overall Business Strategy;
• Develop  and maintain category sourcing framework that defines specific items parameters;
• Identify and analyze initiatives for projected savings (jointly with user departments and suppliers);
• Provide business strategy support & Value Delivery through fulfillment of immediate business Strategic requirements;
• Enhance internal customer self service and building internal customer relationships;
• Manage contracted vendors relationships development through structured a  framework;
• Drive compliance and Risk Management through ISO Audits, process/procedure reengineering, analysis/ reviews and adherence to regulatory requirements;
• Conduct Business Continuity Management for strategic supplies through self assessment and audits;
• Negotiate and close sourcing agreements /contracts with suppliers;
• Maintain supply market awareness, intelligence and related trends in order to assess present and future category items availability;
• Development, maintenance ,verification and updating of information in  master database;
• Optimization of Procurement to Pay process through development and implementation of business improvement;
• Develop and fully implement supplier catalogues/pricelists /source lists within the ERP system;

Minimum requirements

• Degree in Technology, Engineering, Business or similar qualification;
• Post Graduate Diploma Qualification in Supply Chain Management (CIPS);
• At least 8 years experience in procurement with (two year of which should be in category sourcing management);
• Excellent understanding of category sourcing strategies, prequalification and vetting of suppliers, development of tender documentation and tendering processes, procurement performance management tools, skills in management of suppliers performance, international sourcing/ commercial relationships and supply contract management;
• Very Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Team player with excellent influencing skills;
• High level of Initiative and self-drive;
• Problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Very strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain relationship with all stake holders.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. 

The deadline for application is Tuesday the 9th October 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Inoorero University Administration & Marketing Executives Jobs in Kenya

Following phenomenal growth of the institution in variety of programmes, IU wishes to recruit anAdministration & Marketing Executives for our Distance & E Learning Programs in the various D&E Learning Centres in the Counties.

Overall Purpose of the Job:
 

Provide administrative support and D&E learning marketing services in the Centre; and to steer growth of the D&E Programs by implementing its vision and mission as well as through increased enrolments, excellent student support and management.

Responsibilities:

• Prospect for potential students and convert them to increase enrolment.
• Market and promote D&E learning and IU programs in general to potential clients.
• Student Admission & Registration
• Examination Management
• Office Administration
• Maintain effective communication in the office, between the Centre and IU management and the D&E department and IU publics.
• Provide feedback to the D&E department on any market perceptions that may be relevant to the improvements in service delivery.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specifications:

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Commerce Degree in Marketing
• Secretarial/Administration training will be an added advantage

Professional Qualifications: IT Proficiency

Working Experience: 3 Years experience in marketing and administrative duties in a busy organization.

Attributes:

• Mature in outlook
• Good interpersonal and  communication skills
• Integrity.
• Good administrative, planning and organizational skills.
• Proactive, initiative and good networking skills.
• Self motivated/directing
• Leadership oriented
• Strategic mindset

How to Apply
 

You may apply by emailing your application letter and CV, including current and expected remuneration, and  indication of your preferred county, to recruitment@iu.ac.ke by 12 October 2012. 

Please note that no paper applications will be considered. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

IU is an equal opportunity employer.

Business Development Manager Job in Kenya

Following a strategic review, the need for a Business Development Manager (BDM) for a medium sized regional consulting firm has arisen. 

The consultancy specializes in: Institutional Development; Capacity Building; Management Skills Development; Development Research Business Advisory Services and Trade Development.

Business Development Manager

Department : Sales and Marketing
Supervised by : Directors

Role Objective/Summary 

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for implementing the consultancy’s business development strategy, identifying new business opportunities, maintaining key relationships and negotiating and closing business deals. 

The Business Development Manager will work towards the achievement of set financial and non financial targets.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Identifies trendsetter ideas by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements. Locates or proposes potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities. 
• Screens potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities. 
• Develops negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with consultancy strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners' needs and goals. 
• Closes new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations. 
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. 
• Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. 
• Specific responsibilities for the BDM includes pursuing sales leads and prospective clients, building client relationships, delivering presentations and proposals, maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions, and negotiating and closing business deals. Skills required Strong writing and presentation skills;
  Excellent negotiation, closing and follow-up skills; and Market research experience. 
• Strong client management skills and ability to keep promises Capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions 
• A positive and determined approach to researching and analyzing new business opportunities 
• Ability to cope with competing demands and to priorities tasks Strong communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation Excellent organizational and time management skills 
• A positive attitude to dealing with people Capable of working independently, and having responsibility as an individual

Functional Competencies required: 

• Confidence to present a tailored presentation to potential client team by effectively using a range of presentation skills i.e. body language, voice tone etc. 
• Ability to deliver a tailored sales process to achieve targets /KPI’s by generating leads, asking probing questions, Using most appropriate features & benefits based on clients needs and matching with a tailored solution 
• Ability to identify new business opportunities using relevant research tools / sector specific targeting and cold calling. 
• Ability to manage and maintain accurate and accessible tailored documentation i.e. Presentations / proposals to meet clients needs 
• Summary of clients technical and marketing needs in order to obtain relevant assessment strategy recommendations 

 Qualification:

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration marketing option 
• A professional qualification or master’s degree would be an added advantage. 
• Three years' working experience in a competitive environment. 
• Proven success in your sales ability and demonstrable full knowledge of the sales process 
• Proposal development, writing, and presentation.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email their application together with a detailed CV, indicating your availability via email to dafina@wananchi.com on the Subject line clearly indicate the position you are applying for. Recruitment is on-going until the position is filled.

Graduate Intern Job in Kenya

Graduate Intern

Graduate Intern required for a busy recruitment office in Karen.

Candidate MUST be fully computer literate, speak and write excellent English, and be fully conversant with social media; face book, twitter and linked in.

Must be detailed, intelligent, good interpersonal skills required.

Duties:

• Data Entry
• Phone calls
• filling
• Scanning
• Updating website and database

Salary: Travel Allowance only
Deadline: 5th October 2012

Please send an up to date CV, stating position you are interested in, current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to; sue@summitrecruitment-kenya.com 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.    

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job.

World Vision Internal Auditor - Finance Job in Kenya

Job Title: Internal Auditor - Finance
 

Employing Office:Kenya Office
 

Purpose of Position     

The primary purpose of the position is to perform audits as assigned by the Audit Manager. 

The auditor assists the Audit Manager in review and audit of projects and programs to ensure the promotion of good stewardship of resources consistent with the purposes for which the funds were given.

The incumbent performs audits that are in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (SPPIA), the US Government Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAGAS) for US Government Funding and World Vision’s Financial Manual Internal Audit policies and procedures.
 

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• Should have a university degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business or related field. A graduate degree in Accounting or Management is an added advantage.
• Should have related professional qualifications with minimum of CPA or ACCA.
• Should have a minimum of two years’ working experience in audit or accounting. Accounting experience within WVK is an added advantage.
• Should have good communication and quantitative skills. Strong analytical skills are also a prerequisite.
• Must be able to travel extensively within the country and internationally up to 50% of the time.
• Must have good working knowledge of computerised accounting systems, preferably Sun Systems & Vision. Must be computer literate in using Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be able to work independently in remote areas.

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Application Details

Director, People and Culture,
World Vision Kenya,
Karen - Nairobi,
Kenya

Application Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Application Deadline: October 10 2012

World Vision National Health Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: National Health Coordinator
 

Employing Office:Kenya Office

Purpose of Position     

Maternal, newborn child health and Malaria Status.

In order to successfully do so, the National Health coordinator must be able to effectively link with Ministry of public health and sanitation, Ministry of medical services and other health development agencies including UN agencies and WHO.

Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• The holder of this position must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Health field from a recognized University. An advanced degree in public Health is an added advantage
• Strong Maternal, Newborn and child health knowledge and programming skills is highly desirable.
• Must have a minimum of 7 years experience in child health programming at the district, provincial/ local authority and national levels with evidence of successful implementation of child survival programs in the framework of primary health care.
• Must have both an extensive conceptual understanding of and demonstrated practical command for implementing program design, management and evaluation principals:
• Must be a results orientated leader who can manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands.
• He/she should have experience in support supervision, training and coaching staff in health programming
• He /she must also have solid public relations skills and be a strong team player.

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Application Details
   
Director, People and Culture,
World Vision Kenya,
Karen - Nairobi,
Kenya

Application Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Application Deadline: October 10 2012

National Oil Corporation General Managers Jobs in Kenya: Finance & Administration, Upstream Operations and Downstream Operations

Leadership Opportunities in the Petroleum Industry
 

National Oil Corporation of Kenya is a State Corporation founded under the Companies Act in 1981 with the mandate of participating in all aspects of the Kenyan petroleum industry. National Oil is involved in both Upstream and Downstream activities. 

The Corporation is ISO certified and one of the fastest growing companies in the petroleum industry.

In a bid to support its ambitious growth strategy, National Oil is seeking strategic thinkers with excellent leadership skills to fill the following new senior management positions:

General Manager - Finance and Administration 

(GMFA/09/12)

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager - Finance and Administration will drive improvement in shared services including Finance, Procurement, HR and Administration, ICT, Safety and Health in order to guarantee effective and efficient operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Participating in the development of the Corporation’s strategy from a shared services’ perspective;
• Overseeing the development, implementation and monitoring of shared services’ budgets;
• Ensuring that shared services’ processes are consistent with the Corporation’s best practices;
• Leading the Heads of Department in the implementation of radical performance improvement targets;
• Enhancing and optimizing the processes for existing products and services offered by the Corporation and ensuring they are consistent with best practices;
• Ensuring that the Corporation’s exposure to risks is mitigated through insurance;
• Participating and monitoring the budget setting process for all departments to ensure that value for money is achieved and spending is allocated in accordance with agreed priorities; and
• Coaching and mentoring Senior Managers to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning.

Skills & Attributes:

• Masters in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Information Technology, Finance or Accounting;
• Bachelors degree in Economics, Finance, Commerce, or other business related field;
• CPA-K or ACCA;
• Membership of ICPAK/ACCA; and
• At least 13 years relevant experience with 5 years’ experience at a Senior Manager level coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

General Manager - Upstream Operations 

(GMUO/09/12)
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager - Upstream Operations will lead the Exploration and Production function in supporting the overall strategy by planning, monitoring and reporting the upstream affairs of the Corporation in liaison with the Ministry of Energy.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Administering petroleum legislation, regulations, production sharing agreements and policies;
• Overseeing compliance to statutory requirements and the Corporation’s policies and procedures;
• Conducting internal exploration programmes and leading the evaluation and interpretation of geo-scientific data;
• Promoting exploration acreage and monitoring exploration activities in liaison with the Ministry of Energy;
• Preparing, implementing and monitoring the annual departmental budget;
• Providing technical support to National Advisory Fossil Fuels Committee (NAFFAC) in negotiation and evaluation of work programmes for performance sharing contracts;
• Ensuring that ground activities do not result in conflict or legal suits by the affected communities; and
• Coaching and mentoring Senior Managers to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning.

Skills & Attributes:

• Masters degree in Petroleum Geoscience, Petroleum Geochemistry, Petroleum Engineering or Petroleum Geo-Spatial Information Systems;
• Bachelor of Science in Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Petroleum Engineering or Geo Spatial Information Systems;
• Demonstrated experience in petroleum development, production and geophysical fundamentals; and
• At least 13 years relevant experience with 5 years’ experience at a Senior Manager level leading petroleum exploration and production activities.

General Manager - Downstream Operations 

(GMDO/09/12)
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager - Downstream Operations will oversee the cost effective implementation of procurement, supply, distribution and oil reserve processes, ensure excellence in customer service and optimization of sales opportunities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of the Corporation’s operations, customer service, marketing, supply and distribution strategies;
• Leading the control, monitoring and review of oil stocks at third party installations;
• Establishing and maintaining good business relations with local and international suppliers and distributors;
• Spearheading the development, implementation and monitoring of the division’s budget;
• Leading the improvement and marketing of new and existing oil products;
• Approving crude oil and oil product costing and determining local and international cost changes;
• Approving upgrades and maintenance programs to optimize productivity across the Corporation;
• Ensuring the achievement of all Service Level Agreements with suppliers and distributors;
• Enforcing compliance of the Corporation’s policies and procedures to enhance operational safety and health; and
• Coaching and mentoring Senior Managers to ensure excellent performance and effective succession planning.

Skills & Attributes:

• Masters degree in Strategic Management, Purchasing and Supplies, Marketing or other related field;
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Purchasing and Supplies, Marketing, Business Administration or other related field;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; and
• At least 13 years relevant experience, 5 of which should have been at a senior manager level in purchasing and supplies planning, marketing or operations in the oil sector.

If you are a visionary individual with strong leadership qualities seeking to make a significant impact in the petroleum industry, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating the position applied for and reference number, your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts to reach us on or before 12 October 2012 addressed to:

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place
Muthangari
P.O. Box 40092 00100, 

Nairobi, Kenya
 

Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke