Jobs at Aga Khan University School of Nursing

Job Title: Senior Faculty Positions, Nursing
Introduction

​AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NURSING (AKUSON)
Established in 1983 in Karachi Pakistan, AKUSON is the first academic component of the Aga Khan University. Since its inception, AKUSON has played a pivotal role in changing public perceptions towards the nursing profession and has established in Pakistan, an internationally acceptable model for nursing education and practice. At present, AKUSON conducts four academic programs: General Nursing (RN) Diploma (3 years), BScN (4 years), Post RN, BScN (2 years), and MScN (2 years). Its nursing programs are recognized worldwide and AKUSON graduates are working in leadership positions nationally, regionally as well as internationally in UK, USA, Canada, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Syria etc.

ADVANCED NURSING STUDIES PROGRAMME, (ANS) EAST AFRICA
AKUSON’s ANS programme was developed in consultation with the nursing councils and the Ministries of Health and Education of the governments of East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda), to improve the clinical practices and leadership skills of nurses working in the region. The programme provides career advancement opportunities for nurses generally and for women in particular. It is a collaborative endeavor, underpinned by a range of formal and informal partnerships with government and private hospitals, nursing leaders and local faculty in each country, as well as linkages with prestigious international organizations such as the Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom. This programme is now growing into a School of Nursing and Midwifery and therefore we seek senior faculty members who will be instrumental in moving this agenda forward.

AKU invites applications for the following positions based in Nairobi, Kenya, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Kampala, Uganda.
Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of ​Senior Faculty Positions, Nursing.
Responsibilities

The incumbents will primarily be involved in teaching, research and practice in several of our programmes including undergraduate programmes. The detailed duties will include among others:

Serving in the University’s academic committees and participate in multidisciplinary activities.
Quality assurance of all programmes, curriculum development and be actively involved in contributing to the nursing profession nationally, regionally and internationally.
Implementing the curriculum
Setting and marking of examinations
Conducting research and publication
Initiating and maintaining collaborations with clinical facilities at Aga Khan hospitals and other institutions
Utilize modern teaching/learning methodologies.​




Requirements

To qualify, the candidate should:

Possess a doctorate degree in nursing or related field.
He/she should be registered with the Nursing Council of their respective countries,
Have at least five years teaching experience at an institution of higher learning
Demonstrate expertise in modern pedagogy and productivity by commitment to research and publication
Demonstrate expertise in academic acumen and ability to mentor junior faculty.



To Apply


Please send your curriculum vitae; copies of academic qualifications; and copies of professional certificates to the Regional Manager, Human Resources and Administration, Aga Khan University – Advanced Nursing Studies Programme, P.O. Box 39340 - 00623, Parklands Nairobi by February 17, 2012. Email:hr.ans@aku.edu

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest by February 17, 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya- Storeman

Job Title:STOREMAN, GRADE III, DEPARTMENT OF LAND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
AND AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY (LARMAT) - 1 POST –AD/1/51/12 - (CAVS)
Applicants must be holders of a KCSE Grade C with at least ‘C’ in English and Mathematics or an
equivalent qualification. They must have a Certificate in Supplies Management or its equivalent.
They must have atleast three (3) years experience in Grade II in a busy stores office .Those who
have at least nine (9) years experience in grade II in a busy store office will have an added advantage.
Those with knowledge of operating visual equipments will have an added advantage.
The successful candidate will be expected to maintain and control stock records and operate all
departmental Audio Visual equipments for teaching aids.


How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya- Office Assistant

Job Title: OFFICE ASSISTANT GRADE IV, ICT CENTRE-1 POST – AD/1/50/12- (R&T)
Applicants must be holders of at least a KCSE certificate. They must have a good school leaving
certificate and a good reference letter from current Section Head. They must be able to
communicate fluently in both English and Kiswahili languages. They must have served as Senior
Messenger grade III or equivalent position for at least three (3) years. They must have good public
relations. They must have knowledge of the use of office equipments like photocopiers and must be
of high integrity, reliable, disciplined and committed to work.
The successful candidate will be expected to show outstanding merit and ability to handle highly
classified information and work with minimum supervision. They will also be expected to work
during odd hours and also during weekends.

How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya- Senior Secretary

Job Title: ASSISTANT SENIOR SECRETARY GRADE C, THE WANGARI MAATHAI
INSTITUTE OF PEACE& ENVIRON. STUDIES – 1 POST-AD/1/49/12- 1 POST -
(CAVS)
Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or KCE Div. III or an equivalent qualification
with a credit in English Language. In addition they must have passed the following subjects offered
by the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent examining body:-
Business English III
- Business English III
- Commerce II
- Secretarial Duties II
- Office Management III
- Shorthand III (minimum 120 wpm) or Audio-Typewriting III
- Typewriting 50 wpm
They should have certificates in and be able to use Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Data Base
Management packages and at least three (3) years experience as Secretary Grade B or a comparable
position of responsibility for this grade. They should have knowledge of Anti-virus Tools.

How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Principal Technologist Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya

Job Title: PRINCIPAL TECHNOLOGIST, DEPARTMENT OF GEOSPATIAL& SPACE
TECHNOLOGY- AC/1/48/12- (R&T)
Applicants must be holders of an M.Sc degree in any of the following fields:-Surveying, Geodesy,
Photogrammetry, and GIS with Remote Sensing. They must also have at least five (5) years
experience at the level of Chief Technologist or equivalent industrial experience. Applicants with a
Bachelors degree or Higher National Diploma in Surveying, Photogrammetry or Geospatial
Technology plus ten (10) years of experience at the level of Chief Technologist or equivalent
industrial experience will also be considered. In both cases, membership of a recognized
professional body is an added advantage.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide leadership to technical staff. They will also be
expected to supervise technical staff, organize practicals for both undergraduate and postgraduate
students.


How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya- Executive Director

Job Title: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, (SENIOR ASSISTANT REGISTRAR LEVEL) –
1 POST- UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (UONAA)
RE-ADVERTISEMENT- AC/1/47/12-(R&T)
Applicants must be holders of a Masters degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public
Relations, Management or equivalent qualifications. They must possess excellent interpersonal
Communication Skills/ public relations and a good understanding of the Alumni Affairs in a
university setting. They must have at least six (6) years relevant experience. In addition, they should
have a track record in funds-raising and friends-raising, project management and demonstrate
hands-on skills in resource mobilization. They should be Computer Literate. Applicants who are
members of the UON ALUMNI Association will have added advantage.
Under the UONAA Chairperson, the successful candidate will be expected to do/ be in charge of
the following:-
• Policy and Strategy Formulation;
• Overall In-Charge of the Office Operations;
• Resource Mobilization;
• Fund-raising and seeking donations for the Association;
• Ensuring that statutory and legal requirements are implemented;
• Implementing executive committee resolutions;
• Protocol and public relations function and receiving the Association’s guests;
• Link person between the industry, local/international Chapters and the Association.


How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya- Tutorial Fellow

Job Title: TUTORIAL FELLOW, DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY& SOCIAL WORK - 3 POSTS –
AC/1/46/12 - (CHSS)
Applicants must be holders of at lest a Masters degree in Sociology or Social Work from a
recognized university. They must show evidence of having registered for a PHD degree in a relevant
area.
The successful candidates will be expected to teach Sociology and Social Work courses to
undergraduate students.

How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Tutorial Fellow Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya

Job tItle: TUTORIAL FELLOW, DEPARTMENT OF LAND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND
AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY (LARMAT) - 1 POST –AC/1/45/12 - (CAVS)
Applicants must be holders of at least a Master of Science degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife
Biology, Wildlife Ecology or related field. They must also show evidence of having registered for a
PhD degree in relevant areas from a recognized university.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in areas of specialization. He/she will
also be expected to participate in Departmental/Faculty/College activities.

How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya- Lecturers

Job Title: PART-TIME LECTURER, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY-2 POSTS–AC/1/44/12-
(CHSS)
Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in any specialized areas in Psychology or a Masters
degree from a recognized university and at least three (3) years teaching experience at both
undergraduate and postgraduate degree levels. They must have research experience, with at least two
External Advertisement- Closing Date: 10th February 2012
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(2) publications in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books. They should show
evidence of continuing research activity.
Successful candidate will be required to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate students,
supervise their research projects, and to initiate and conduct research in their areas of specialization.

How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Lecturer Jobs at University of Nairobi in Kenya

Job Title:LECTURER, DEPARTMENT OF GEOSPATIAL & SPACE TECHNOLOGY -1 POST -
AC/1/43/12–(CAE)
Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Geospatial Sciences in the following areas of
specialization: - Geodesy and/or Cartography from a recognized university. Candidates with a
Masters of Science degree in Geodesy and/or Cartography and at least three (3) years teaching
experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate degree levels will also be considered. In both
cases, they should have research experience, with at least two (2) publications in refereed journals or
two chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of continuing research activity. They
must be registered with relevant professional bodies. Those with a practicing license will have an
added advantage.
The successful candidates will be expected to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and
postgraduate students and undertake further research in their areas of specialization.

How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at University of Nairobi Kenya- Lecturer

Job Title:LECTURER, POPULATION STUDIES& RESEARCH INSTITUTE-1 POST–
AC/1/42/12-(CHSS)
Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in Demography or Population Studies. They should be
able to teach Technical Demography and Computer Application courses. In addition, they should
be able to develop and maintain a Demographic Surveillance Site (DSS) Data Management System
and assist researchers and students to access the data. Candidates with a Masters degree in
Demography or Population Studies with a first degree in Computer Science or Mathematics from a
recognized university and at least three (3) years teaching experience at both undergraduate and
postgraduate degree levels and at least two (2) years of DSS Data Management experience will also
be considered. In both cases, they must have research experience, with at least two (2) publications
in refereed journals or two (2) chapters in scholarly books. They should show evidence of
continuing research activity.
Successful candidate will be required to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate students,
supervise their research projects, and to initiate and conduct research in their areas of specialization.
He/she will also be expected to oversee the PSRI Rusinga DSS Data Management System and also
promote university-industrial cooperation through provision of appropriate consultancy services.


How to Apply:
NOTE:
1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) should forward ten (10)
copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of
certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities
and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit
seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.
2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the
applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations
and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post
reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.
3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-
CODES
R&T The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi
CAE The Principal, College of Architecture& Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CHS The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CAVS The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
CBPS The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 10th February 2012.

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Jobs at World Bank in Kenya- Development Specialist

Job Title Senior Private Sector Development Specialist
Job # 120223
Job Family Financial Sector
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Appointment International Hire
Job Posted 27-Jan-2012
Closing Date 12-Feb-2012
Language Requirements English [Essential]
Appointment Type
Background / General description
Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), with a population of over 700 million people in 47 countries, is home to 34 of the world’s poorest countries. Making headway against poverty in SSA continues to present the world’s most formidable developmental challenge. The Africa Region’s Finance and Private Sector Development Department (AFTFP) is responsible for providing operational support and technical advice to SSA clients on a broad range of private and financial sector development issues. AFTFP, with its approximate 80 staff is organized under a front office led by AFTFP’s Director, and has two units, East and Southern Africa (AFTFE) and West and Central Africa (AFTFW), each led by a Sector Manager, jointly covering a span of 47 countries with 12 country directorates and a joint Africa\OPCS Fragile and Conflict-Affected State (FCS) hub based in Nairobi. This Finance and Private Sector Development (FPD) position - which will be based in the Country Office in Nairobi – will provide broad based leadership to the multiple AFTFE PPP lending and ESW activities underway in the sub-region with a specific focus on ongoing PPP work being undertaken with the different Country FPD operations, particularly planned projects in Kenya and ongoing programming work in Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Somaliland and with the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat in partnership with Trademark East Africa (TMEA). The Senior Private Sector Development Specialist will report to the AFTFE Sector Manager and provide technical support to Task Team Leaders, Sector Leads and Lead Specialists responsible for PPP work across the region. The staff member will also collaborate with other networks and sector teams across the different regional and country programs where FPD PPP teams are engaged.
Duties and Accountabilities
The Senior PSD Specialist will be responsible for the PPP agenda in collaboration with other FPD Lead and Senior sector specialists with as follows: Kenya Infrastructure Finance PPP Project: • Lead the team in all aspects of the design and implementation support for this project, but with particular attention to the project pipeline development and Viability Gap components of the project. East Africa Country PPP Policy, Program and Operations: • Provide technical leadership to FPD teams working on country level PPP issues relevant to the EAC regional agenda – particularly related to institutional development, transactions and financing. EAC Regional PPP Diagnostic Initiative: • Coordinate with the EAC Secretariat Specialist on the further development of key aspects of the diagnostic and implementation strategy work as detailed in the Terms of Reference for this assignment and subsequent work plan priorities established with the EAC Secretariat and the Regional Program. PPPs in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Settings: • Mobilization of SMEs to assist the Government of Somaliland in the delivery of key services by way of PPP arrangements. • Contribute to the broader PPP strategic and programming work being undertaken by the Regional Fragile and Conflict-Affected States (FCS) Hub Office with a focus on East Africa. Other Donor Partnership Coordination: • In addition to the key partnerships with donors supporting the Som-PREP II MDTF and TMEA, develop and coordinate with other key international donors active in PPP development in sub-region and FCS countries.
Selection Criteria
• Advanced degree in Economics or a related discipline; minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience; • Proven track record on operational and non-lending regional activities and applied knowledge of Bank operational procedures, including project preparation and supervision; • Technical expertise in at least two aspects of key importance to the development of PPP programs (legal and regulatory, pipeline development, SMEs in PPPs, contingent liability, viability and long-term financing, capital market development) in client countries, with particular focus on Transactions and Viability Gap Facilities; • Experience developing PPP work in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States (FCS) a plus; • Trust Fund accreditation required. Knowledge/track record in accessing trust funding and other external funding an advantage • Results and Client Focus: Evidence of ability to work effectively with key officials in client countries; • Demonstrated capacity to achieve results on the ground in the form of ; o Track record in integrating work across sectors and across boundaries; o Innovative approaches to project component development; o Mobilizing trust funds to support ongoing WPAs; • Teamwork: Capacity to lead and work effectively in teams ; • High degree of tact, judgment and sensitivity in handling relationships and confidential information; • Strong motivation to work in Fragile and Conflict-Affected settings; • Ability to work in English; • Excellent communication skills. The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.


How to Apply:
http://extjobs.worldbank.org/external/default/main?pagePK=64273552&piPK=64273556&theSitePK=1058433&JobNo=120223&order=descending&sortBy=job-req-num&location=ALL&menuPK=64262364

Closing Date 12-Feb-2012

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Jobs at MTN Business Kenya- Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: MTN Business is the business division of the MTN Group focused on providing business communications to both small and large businesses in both private and public sector. The Company’s vision is to be the leading telecommunications provider in emerging markets. MTN Business is now seeking to recruit competent, professional, results-oriented, experienced individuals with “Can Do” attitude to fill the following position:
Description:

Reporting to the Managing Director, the ideal candidate will oversee the development and implementation of sound financial management systems, provide leadership in the strategic financial planning process, contribute to the implementation of company strategic policies and ensure timely preparation of reports to support management decisions.

Key responsibilities

•Monitor the financial performance of the company, advice on issues arising and propose remedial measures where appropriate.
•Ensure timely reporting of management accounts and annual financial statements in line with reporting standards for the purposes of monitoring operations.
•Prepare and submit departmental budgets for approval to the executive management and the Board and ensure effective monitoring and management of costs.
•Ensure that the statutory accounts are completed on time and within the statutory requirements.
•Oversee external audits and ensure implementation of audit queries.
•Oversee the maintenance of the fixed assets register and administrative management of property which includes insurance, maintenance and payment of rent.
•Manage the company’s tax matters.
•In liaison with the Human Resource and Administration Manager, ensure that salaries are accurately remitted on time.
•Oversee the collection and billing of revenue.
•Direct the development and implementation of systems, procedures and controls over the companies’ stocks to ensure that they are correctly accounted for and safeguarded.
•Oversee the development and implementation of appropriate systems and working methods to ensure efficient and effectives accounting and finance processes.
•Identify, develop, deploy and retain talented staff including completing performance appraisals, personal development and succession plans effectively and on time in accordance with the established performance management system.
Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

•A degree holder from a reputable institution.
•Professional accounting qualification, CPA or ACCA.
•The ideal candidate must be a member of a professional body in good standing, and must have a thorough understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS’s).
•Minimum of eight (8) years experience, with at least three years at a senior role.
•Good report writing and communication skills.
•Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and computerised accounting systems.
•Strong strategic advisory and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams and establish and implement work plan objectives.

If you would like to be considered for this exciting and challenging role, please write in confidence quoting the reference number on the cover letter. Enclose your Curriculum vitae containing an e-mail address, telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, remuneration, addresses of three referees:


Job Ref: FM-2012

N Business Kenya


Human Resource and Administration Department
Parkside Towers, 2nd Floor
Mombasa Road, Nairobi.

Deadline: 1st February 2012

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Jobs at MTN Business Kenya

Job Title: Network Support Engineer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: MTN Business is the business division of the MTN Group focused on providing business communications to both small and large businesses in both private and public sector. The Company’s vision is to be the leading telecommunications provider in emerging markets. MTN Business is now seeking to recruit competent, professional, results-oriented, experienced individuals with “Can Do” attitude to fill the following position:
Description:

Reporting to the Team Leader-Technical Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintenance of the Company’s core and access network infrastructure as well as implement and support customer solutions. In addition, s/he will:

•Manage the country-wide IP/MPLS network with POPs across the country and internationally.
•Manage MTN Business SDH transmission platforms across the country and internationally.
•Manage configurations, backup and network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls.
•Diagnose and proactively monitor and resolve faults and outages.
•Monitor network vital signs and manage Internet Protocol.
•Troubleshoot network and security infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls and make corrective actions when necessary.
•Monitor network traffic to identify problems and make capacity planning recommendations with the help of network monitoring tools.
•Proactively monitor customer links performance and network and offer support on queries to ensure optimal performance in all network solutions.
•Conduct site visits to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
•Ensure that all support calls are attended to, responded to, ticketed and logged for tracking purposes.
•Implement customer solutions. Ensure proper documentation for each client on implementing solutions.
•Conduct post-implementation training and commissioning of customer solutions.
Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

•A Bachelors degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or Electrical Engineering. Cisco and Juniper Certification.
•Advanced Cisco and Juniper certification such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIP.
•At least 2 years experience in a telecoms or ISP environment.
•Good experience in networks/internet troubleshooting.
•Experience in major operating systems such as UNIX, Windows.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

If you would like to be considered for this exciting and challenging role, please write in confidence quoting the reference number. Enclose your Curriculum vitae containing an e-mail address, telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, remuneration, addresses of three referees:


Job Ref: NSE-2012

MTN Business Kenya
Human Resource and Administration Department
Parkside Towers, 2nd Floor
Mombasa Road, Nairobi

Deadline: 1st February 2012

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Manager Operations Jobs at Airtel in Kenya

Job Title: Manager Operations – Network Operations Centre (NOC) at Airtel Africa in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Here’s your opportunity to kick-off an exciting career. We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the open positions within Passive Infrastructure based in Nairobi, Kenya.

MANAGER OPERATIONS – NETWORK OPERATIONS CENTRE (NOC)
Reporting to: Head – Network Operations Centre

Job purpose

Responsible for capturing and flashing of incidence reports and disaster management.
Responsible for reviewing the No of communicating Sites, Failure and Closure.
Drive performance monitoring of NOC operators.
Responsible for reduction of MTTR Customer wise/ Country wise.
In charge of proactive monitoring of severe alarms.

Qualifications

Minimum of Bachelors degree (Electronics & Communication).
6— 8 years working experience in Network function with at least last 2 years experience in handling passive telecom Infrastructure.
Knowledge of English (Written and Spoken), a must. French will be additional advantage.
Committed to deliver value for money and satisfaction to customer in compliance to SLA and always eager to help customer by providing solution based on customer requirement and needs.
Continuous enhancement in the NOC process and procedures to the NOC associates and Operation Country team.
Demonstrate NOC functions, process awareness, adherence and roles to the NOC associates.
Impart service delivery excellence, adoption and implement process and procedures, as per requirement.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should send their detailed CVs and application letters (Quoting the Job Reference Number) to Hr.Hq@airtel.com by 5th February 2012.

Applications should be addressed to Talent Acquisition Manager – Airtel Africa.

Exposure to working at a Head office of a multi country operation and ability to manage large team of people in a complex & multi-cultural environments is an added advantage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Assistant Manager Jobs at Airtel in Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Manager IT Development – Network Operation Centre at Airtel Africa in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Here’s your opportunity to kick-off an exciting career. We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the open positions within Passive Infrastructure based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Network Operations Centre (NOC)

ASSISTANT MANAGER IT DEVELOPMENT – NETWORK OPERATION CENTRE
Reporting to: Head – Network Operations Centre

Job purpose

Responsible for Training to Operation Countries for various applications like TSRM, Netcool, SM portal, alarm history.
In charge of development of report using high end database procedures.
Responsible for Tower Site Employee Updation—Correct Mapping of Field Repair Technicians, CI and ZOM in TSRM.
Responsible for Operation Support Reports & Service Credit Reports Creation.

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor degree (Electronics & Communications).
4—6 years in Telecom industry with at least last 1 year experience in handling passive telecom Infrastructure.
Excellent Knowledge of Java, Web Designing, Oracle, JEEE, Windows server.
Knowledge of English (Written and Spoken), a must. French will be additional advantage.
Committed to deliver value for money and satisfaction to customer in compliance to SLA and always eager to help customer by providing solution based on customer requirement and needs.
Continuous enhancement in the NOC process and procedures to the NOC associates and Operation Country team.
Demonstrate NOC functions, process awareness, adherence, and roles to the NOC.

Application Process:
Interested applicants should send their detailed CVs and application letters (Quoting the Job Reference Number) to Hr.Hq@airtel.com by 5th February 2012.

Applications should be addressed to Talent Acquisition Manager – Airtel Africa.

Exposure to working at a Head office of a multi country operation and ability to manage large team of people in a complex & multi-cultural environments is an added advantage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Airtel Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Manager MIS – Network Operations Centre at Airtel Africa in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Here’s your opportunity to kick-off an exciting career. We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the open positions within Passive Infrastructure based in Nairobi, Kenya.

ASSISTANT MANAGER MIS – NETWORK OPERATIONS CENTRE
Reporting to: Head – Network Operations Centre

Job purpose

Manage uptime report to all stake holders including other Operators on daily basis on all reporting Operation Countries.
In charge of circulation of Operation Support Report, Energy Reports plus Energy Bill on daily basis to all Operation Countries.
Responsible for handling any discrepancies or queries from Customer (Circes) in Reports.
Coordinating with Operation Country Operations Manager to resolve the outage related issue in reports for signoff and service penalty purpose.
Manage reports which help to increase uptime and decrease service level penalty.
Responsible for performance monitoring of NOC Engineers.

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor degree (Electrical & Communications).
4 – 6 years working experience in a large telecoms operator with at least 2 years experience in handling passive telecom Infrastructure.
Excellent Knowledge of Excel, a must.
Knowledge of English (Written and Spoken), a must. French will be additional advantage.
Continuous enhancement in the NOC process and procedures to the NOC associates and Operation Country team.
Demonstrate NOC functions, process awareness, adherence and roles to the NOC associates.
Impart service delivery excellence, adoption and implement process and procedures as per requirement.

How to Apply:
Interested applicants should send their detailed CVs and application letters (Quoting the Job Reference Number) to Hr.Hq@airtel.com by 5th February 2012.

Applications should be addressed to Talent Acquisition Manager – Airtel Africa.

Exposure to working at a Head office of a multi country operation and ability to manage large team of people in a complex & multi-cultural environments is an added advantage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Jobs at Airtel in Kenya

Job Title: Engineer MIS – Network Operating Centre at Airtel Africa in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Here’s your opportunity to kick-off an exciting career. We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the open positions within Passive Infrastructure based in Nairobi, Kenya.

ENGINEER MIS – NETWORK OPERATING CENTRE
Reporting to: Assistant Manager MIS – Network Operations Centre

Job purpose

Responsible for circulation of uptime report to all stake holders including other Operators on daily basis on all reporting Operations Countries.
Responsible for circulation of Energy Reports plus Energy Bill on daily basis to all Opcos.
Coordinating with Operations Countries Operations Manager to resolve the outage related issue in reports for signoff and service penalty purpose.
Drive Quality Check of Reports to maintain high level of Accuracy.

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor degree (Electronics & Communications).
2 -4 years working experience in a Network function with at least last 1 year experience in handling passive telecom Infrastructure.
Excellent Knowledge of Excel, a must.
Knowledge of English (Written and Spoken), a must. French will be additional advantage.
Committed to deliver value for money and satisfaction to customer in compliance to SLA and always eager to help customer by providing solution based on customer requirement and needs.
Continuous enhancement in the NOC process and procedures to the NOC associates and Operation Country team.
Demonstrate NOC functions, process awareness, adherence and roles to the NOC associates.
Impart service delivery excellence, adoption and implement process and procedures as per requirement.

How to apply:
Interested applicants should send their detailed CVs and application letters (Quoting the Job Reference Number) to Hr.Hq@airtel.com by 5th February 2012.

Applications should be addressed to Talent Acquisition Manager – Airtel Africa.

Exposure to working at a Head office of a multi country operation and ability to manage large team of people in a complex & multi-cultural environments is an added advantage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 5th February 2012

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