jobs at Humanitarian Initiative Just Relief Aid in Kenya

Job Title: Health Program Manager

Ref: HR001/12

Duty Station: Nairobi with frequent travels to Mogadishu (50% - 50%)

Contract period: 12 months fixed term contract with possible extension

Annual salary: Range between Kes 2,160,000 to 2,760,000 plus other benefits

Job summary:

Reporting to Country Program Manager the Health Program Manager will contribute to the technical development of HIJRA’s current public health initiatives in Banadir and Lower Shabelle, and support the implementation of technically sound, and locally appropriate public health programming.

The selected candidate will provide technical support and expertise in the areas of public health sector program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

S/he will also play a lead role in providing training and capacity building of health team at the field level, as a key contributor to HIJRA commitment to ongoing improvement of quality and impact of our public health initiatives in Banadir and Lower Shabelle region.

Health Program Manager may be required to visit program sites, conduct assessments for program expansion in our emergency response, and represent HIJRA in technical meetings and working groups.

Other tasks and responsibilities:

Provide overall technical guidance and supervision to HIJRA Health team in Mogadishu, support the health staff in needs assessment, development of concept papers, project proposals and responses to donors, take the leadership in conducting needs assessments, coordinate and conduct training of national staff, monitor and evaluate program performance through project site visits, compilation, consolidation, analysis and presentation of program outcome and impact data and give advice that is required to changing health needs of beneficiary populations, contribute to the development of a HIJRA specific public health model that guides field staff on the minimum operating standards and best practice approaches in Public Health programs worldwide.

S/he will act as a liaison with local and regional officials, UN and NGO agencies in the planning, coordination, promotion of, and support for existing emergency and development of HIJRA projects with public health components.

The incumbent will work closely with HIJRA management to ensure programs are implemented according to best practices, assist with training programs, workshops, and other participatory activities to broaden knowledge and practice of effective monitoring and evaluation of public health programs, assist with supply chain procurement and distribution, lead in the preparation for and assistance in implementation of public health and general program management trainings, work one-on-one with HIJRA partners to troubleshoot and assist with public health program issues, coordinate and standardize public health programs across agencies.

Keep abreast of current international standards and best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

* Bachelor Degree in Public Health or related field
* Minimum of 5 years working with health-related programs
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including presentation and negotiation skills,
* Good knowledge and experience in working with local communities with a capacity of providing technical training.
* Involvement in emergency relief programs in Somalia would be an asset
* Ability to work well under pressure and in response to ever changing needs
* Experience of working with Sphere Standards and Guideline
* Must have experience in reports, proposal writing and fundraising
* Must have the ability to travel and work in difficult circumstances

Desired skills and qualifications

* Masters in Public Health or other related field
* Work experience in Somalia
* Knowledge and understanding of the NGO humanitarian sector

How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements kindly send your application with an updated CV which should have at least three names of your referees including their contacts to vacancies@hijra.or.ke.

You are required to state clearly on the subject line the Title and Reference for this position.

Deadline: 24th February 2012.

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Jobs at KenolKobil Limited in Kenya- Human Resources Assistant

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant

We are looking for a Human Resources Assistant.

Attributes

Self-motivated
*Results oriented – proven “self-starter”
*Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
*Willingness to learn
*Able to demonstrate High level of integrity, confidentiality and Honesty

Qualification

*Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record, not less than an upper second class honors division or equivalent GPA.
*H.R qualifications will be an added advantage.
*High/Excellent proficiency in computer knowledge /skills


Key Responsibility

Assist in the Coordination of H.R activities such as;

- Performance management,

- Communication to staff members & external parties on HR matters,

- Leave management,

- Employee welfare programs,

- Coordination of staff recruitment (internal/external)

- Implementation of HR policies e.t.c.

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Effectively manage HR administration functions- such as ensuring all documentations are filed, accurate and updated
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Updating personal records on the company HR system
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Producing statistics and other analysis on HR related information

How to Apply:
If you fit the qualifications and attributes below please e-mail your C.V and a cover letter to hr@kenkob.co.ke by 24th February 2012. On the e-mail please indicate the position you are applying for.

Deadline: 24th February 2012

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Jobs at KenolKobil Limited in Kenya- Operations Trainees

Job Title: Operations Trainees

We are looking for Operations Trainees to join the Operations and Projects Development department.

The programme is designed to provide trainees with a unique and valuable experience to develop into future leadership roles within the organisation.

Attributes

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Self-motivated
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Positive attitude
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Results oriented – proven “self-starter”
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Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
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Willingness to learn
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Ability to think strategically about issues and develop thoughtful recommendations and action plans
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Willing to work anywhere in Kenya

Qualification

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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a strong academic record required, no lower than a second class honours upper division or equivalent GPA
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High/Excellent proficiency in computer knowledge /skills

How to Apply:
If you posses the qualifications and attributes above please e-mail your C.V and a cover letter to hr@kenkob.co.ke by 24th February 2012. On the e-mail please indicate you are applying for Operations Trainee position.

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KenolKobil Limited Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Sales Representative Trainees

We are looking for Sales Representative Trainees to join our Marketing and Fuel Business Development Department.

Attributes

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Self-motivated
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Positive attitude
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Results oriented – proven “self-starter”
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Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
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Willingness to learn
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Ability to think strategically about issues and develop thoughtful recommendations and action plans
* Ability to demonstrate high levels of Integrity and Honesty
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Willing to travel widely and be posted to any location in the country

Qualification

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Bachelor’s degree preferably in Marketing, Mechanical Engineering or Business Administration with a strong academic record, not less than an upper second class honors division or equivalent GPA.
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At least three (3) years working experience in FMCG or oil industry.
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Basic accounting Knowledge
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High/Excellent proficiency in computer knowledge /skills

Key Responsibilities

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Develop new business against set targets
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Manage existing business in line with company regulations.
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Accurate record keeping and provision of timely reports to supervisor.
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Management of market intelligence.
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Efficient territory management to maximize sales volume.
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Credit management in line with company policy.

How to Apply:
If you fit the qualifications and attributes above please e-mail your C.V and a cover letter to hr@kenkob.co.ke by 24th February 2012. On the e-mail please indicate the position you are applying for.

Deadline: 24th February 2012

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Jobs at KenolKobil in Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Property Officer

We wish to invite applications from suitable candidates to fill the position ASSISTANT PROPERTY OFFICER. The candidates must meet the following;



Minimum Requirements

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University degree, preferably in Land Economics, from a recognized University.
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Working knowledge of property management principles and contract management is mandatory.
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At least three years work experience in property management within a corporate or commercial environment with knowledge of legal/ statutory requirements pertaining to management of properties.
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Good understanding of the property environment, market factors, market conditions and valuations and experience in preparation of lease agreements and tenancy contracts.
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Proficiency in computer knowledge/skills.
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High levels of Integrity and Honesty.



Job Specifications

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Undertake feasibility studies, investment appraisals, real estate investment advisory and real estate performance research.
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Undertake property management of large commercial properties located in Kenya.
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Carry out analysis and advice on investment viability during property acquisitions or property disposals.
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Coordinate preparation of lease agreements, property purchase agreements and property sale agreements in liaison with the legal team.
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Accurately review and interpret property management reports and advise on the business accordingly.
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Market available space and carry out analysis on efficient and cost agreeable space utilization.
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Regularly assess market rates against agreements and contracts in place
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Monitor project budgets and forecasts for all property related services.
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Prepare Property Management Reports.
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Maintain updated records of rent payment and ensure agreements are up to date, and renewed/cancelled on due dates.


How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements, forward your CV and daytime contacts to hr@kenkob.co.ke. All applications must be submitted by Wednesday, February 24th 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: February 24th 2012

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Jobs at African Development Bank in Kenya

Job Title: Regional Economist - Country & Regional Programs & Policy (Based in Regional Resource Center Kenya)

* Position title: Regional Economist - Country & Regional Programs & Policy (Based in Regional Resource Center Kenya)
* Grade: PL-2
* Position N°: NA
* Reference: ADB/2012/022
* Publication date: 08/02/2012
* Closing date: 10/03/2012

Objectives

The Regional Departments of the Bank are responsible for the coordination of all programming activities to ensure regional and country focus in Bank Group operations. They serve as the focal point for Bank Group operations in regional member countries (RMCs) and are also responsible for the continued enhancement of the Bank’s visibility and operations effectiveness at country and regional levels. A key transformation of the Regional Departments is the increased emphasis on rigorous analytical work and knowledge services, including Economic Sector Work, Policy Notes, and other advisory products. These are designed to deepen our country knowledge, strategies, policies, lending and other country services.

In the Bank’s Operations Complex Country & Regional Programs & Policy (ORVP), the East Africa Regional Resource Center (EARC) is seeking to recruit Regional Economists. The Regional Economists will provide strategic advice to the Regional Departments and lead the economic dialogue with the regional member countries, development partners, and other stakeholders. S/he would also lead in defining lending programs and Analytic and Advisory Services. S/he will be expected to provide intellectual leadership and quality assurance for the country and regional teams. The regional Economist will also have limited administrative duties, including acting.
Duties and responsibilities

Under the leadership of the Directors for the regions, the Regional Economist will:

* Provide strategic advice to the regional director and lead the economic dialogue with the regional member countries, development partners and other stakeholders;
* Lead the development of a pipeline of economic and sector work in coordination with country economists and regional/sector departments;
* Plan lending operations and Analytic and Advisory Activities and provide intellectual leadership and quality assurance for the country and regional teams; oversee the preparation of Country Strategy Papers (CSP).
* Ensure the integration of key Bank thematic areas (inclusive growth and poverty reduction, governance, infrastructure, fragile states, regional integration, higher education, and gender) in the country work program and multi-sector approaches;
* Guide the broader country team to enhance the rigor of advice on cross- cutting and sectoral issues in support of the growth and poverty reduction;
* Actively promote dialogue and close working relationships with other multilateral partners including the IMF, World Bank, regional economic communities, and the development partners in regional member countries, as well as with the private sector and civil society.
* Ensure that the Department’s interventions are compatible with the Bank’s commitments under the Paris Declaration, the Accra Agenda for Action, and other high-level agreements on harmonization and management for results;
* Ensure that the Department is linked to knowledge sharing networks and is fully appraised of good, innovative theory and practice in development economics, organizing meetings and inviting speakers for brown-bag lunches and seminars as appropriate;
* Represent the Department (and Bank) at key economic meetings and on important missions when requested to do so by the Director or senior management;;Serve as focal point on economic issues to external/internal constituencies and expert economic groups
* As part of the EARC Leadership Team contribute to the overall performance of the region’s operations and knowledge portfolio; assume leadership of the Resource Center in the absence of the Director.
* Provide a mentoring role for Country Economists, macro-economists and Young Professionals (YPs) who are periodically attached to the Department.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

The position requires a motivated and seasoned economist with strong analytical and interpersonal skills, significant leadership experience in operational and analytic support to the client drawing on diverse teams, and a commitment to the agenda reflected in the Bank’s Medium-Term Strategy. In addition the Regional Economist shall have:

* A minimum of a Master’s degree or its university equivalent in Economics and a sound knowledge of socio-economic development issues in Africa;
* Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience;
* Demonstrated effectiveness in conducting policy dialogue on economic issues with senior government officials, the private sector, donor representatives and civil society;
* Strong analytical skills and proven capacity to produce and manage knowledge products in a multisector context;
* Proven ability to lead, work in teams, mentor staff, inspire staff commitment to technical excellence and teamwork, and resolve conflicts constructively;
* Proven ability to gain the trust and respect of country counterparts, while maintaining objectivity and clear focus on the Bank's mission;
* Ability to build partnerships and deliver results in a timely fashion that meet the needs and long-term interest of clients within and outside the institution;
* Ability to enhance the quality of Bank products through early guidance, constructive feedback, encouraging innovation and risk taking, and establishing links with other networks and relevant partners;
* Excellent written and verbal communications skills to be an effective Bank spokesperson in a range of fora;
* Ability to communicate effectively in English or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.

How to Apply:
http://www.afdb.org/en/careers/current-vacancies/vacancy/regional-economist-country-regional-programs-policy-based-in-regional-resource-center-kenya-1180/

Closing date: 10/03/2012

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Jobs at ACTED in Kenya

Job Title: Project Development Manager - Kenya

Reference : PDM/KEN/SA

Department: Reporting

Contract: Fixed term

Country: Kenya

Duration 6 months

City: Nairobi

Starting date: 2012/03/15
Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 100 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.

For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
Country profile

Capital Office : Nairobi

National Staff : 28

Areas : 2 (Pokot, Middle Juba)

On-going programmes : 6

Budget : 1.3 M

ACTED launched its Kenya mission in January of 2008 with an emergency assistance program for residents in Nairobi slums affected by the post election violence. Since 2009, Nairobi has been the home base of ACTED’s relief operation in Southern Somalia aimed at supporting vulnerable famers affected by recurrent droughts.

In 2010, ACTED’s mission in Kenya/Somalia sought to address the needs of pastoralist and farmer communities of North Central Kenya and South Somalia arising from multiple shocks such as adverse climatic conditions and disease outbreaks, through emergency food and non-food items distribution. In the wake of this emergency context, ACTED also promoted the adoption of sustainable community-based solutions, emphasizing livelihood strengthening and diversification, natural resource rehabilitation and management, good hygiene practices and access to sanitation facilities.

ACTED is developing its programs in South Somalia, focusing on building capacity to respond to emergency outbreaks, as well as ensuring local populations are integrated into longer term projects aiming at improving their livelihoods. This will occur in the form of food, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and livelihood support to vulnerable agro-pastoral and riverine communities.

Today, ACTED's teams and resources are mobilized on the front of dire needs in our areas of intervention in Somalia and Kenya, as well as other areas in the Horn of Africa.
Position profile

The program development manager is responsible for developing tools for appraisal, monitoring and evaluation in-country, as well as ensuring the production of timely reports for Donors and for developing a country communication strategy, both internal and external.

In term of AME, the Program development Manager is in charge of the following:

1. Project Cycle Management

- Facilitate the development and implementation of project cycle management;

- Develop a PCM guide, incl. tools and procedures to be used;

- Train the staff to use the PCM guide and related tools and procedures, and notably follow up the implementation of the Project Management framework (PMF, ACTED PCM Tool) for all projects

- Keep track of all projects and programmes monitoring and evaluation schedules and work with field staff to design and implement monitoring and evaluation procedures;

2. Information System

- Work with all departments to follow up project and programmes databases incl. work on the nomenclature used (official names etc.);

- Follow up the day-to-day workings of the AME Department, including reading weekly monitoring reports and follow-up;

- Ensure that appraisal, monitoring and evaluation reports are made useful for fundraising and add to the general base of field knowledge in the country for all organisations working in the area;

- Set up a Resource Centre at the capital office regularly updated with appropriate and relevant external and internal resources.

- Diffuse information to other internal stakeholders through the intranet and the regional office

3. Participatory Appraisal, Monitoring and Evaluation

- Ensure that local partners, when appropriate, engaged in appraisal for and/or with ACTED are trained and given advice in participatory approaches, minimalizing bias, and other key methodologies for information gathering;

- Work with base and field staff to help design and improve adapted participatory appraisal mechanisms for the projects implemented in the country;

4. Departmental Follow-up

- Manage the AME staff in cooperation with Area Coordinators and Programme Managers;

- Follow up work plans, activities and their quality;

- Work with the administrative departments to ensure that procedures are respected;

- Solve problems and give professional guidance, specially for interns / volunteers;

- Communicate regularly to the regional Coordination, Programme Managers and Coordinations on all activities;

In term of Reporting, the respon,sibilities of the Program development Manager are as followed:

1. Ensuring the Production of Timely, Accurate and Analytical Reports for Donors

- Understand and disseminate Donors guidelines ;

- Liaise regularly with Area Coordinators, Programme Managers and technical staff to ensure the production of quality reports across areas and across Donors;

- Recruit and train Reporting Officers (both expatriate interns and/or national staff, if appropriate) to build up a productive and high performance team in line with ACTED’s principles of cost effectiveness and capacity-building;

- Supervise the work, learning and progress achieved by all Reporting staff on the field to ensure quality and timeliness of reports;

- Work in close relation with AME Department to develop and incorporate more solid monitoring and evaluation components in reports;

- Work in close relation with Finance Department to ensure greater coherence between financial and narrative reports, and ensure steady cash inflow based on the timeliness and quality of report submissions.

- Work in close relation and communicate on a regular basis with HQ reporting department, notably on the basis of the monthly Reporting follow up

2. Developing Internal Coordination and Communication mechanisms

- In relation with the Country Director, ensure that all meetings are held and documented (capital coordination meetings, area coordination meetings, monthly coordination meetings, quarterly country coordination meetings);

- Ensure in particular that reporting guidelines, formats, philosophy, deadlines for each project and donor is communicated clearly and standardized across the country for new and on-going projects;

- Follow-up meetings at the field level and in the capital, between the bases and between the country programme and HQ/other ACTED operations through the ACTED Newsletter;

- Draft agenda and minutes of country-wide meetings, with the assistance of the Reporting staff.

3. Developing an External Donor Relations Strategy

- Update on a weekly and monthly basis the external relations database, which documents latest negotiations and proposal possibilities with a number of key donors;

- Manage a team of Area Coordinators, Programme Managers and technical staff to ensure that proposals are developed in a cohesive and professional manner and in line with ACTED country strategy and donor requirements;

- Act as point of contact for all Donor communication, including the organisation of and hosting of Donor visits in the field.

4. Developing an External Communication Strategy

- Define the main target groups, activities, resources and partnerships needed;

- Ensure continuum of PR activities, including formal presentations, engaging media for coverage on success stories, updating project-specific and regional fact sheets, and documenting publications featuring ACTED in the media ;

- Identifying sources of funding for a more cohesive public information strategy in-country.

5. Assisting the Country Director in developing the country strategy, project proposals, addressing ad hoc donor requests or catalysing action on specific projects or components of projects
Qualifications

- Postgraduate diploma in International Development and (or) relevant Master’s level degree (anthropology, development studies, humanitarian aid, sociology);

- Fluency in written and spoken English

- Proficiency in written and spoken English

- Strong writing abilities and analytical skills

- Skills in political sciences or international relations

- Ability to work efficiently under pressure

- Previous experience in the humanitarian field, proposals development, and donor relations are required

- Previous experience abroad is required
Conditions

- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus (salary between 2000€ to 2300€ net per month)

- Additional monthly living allowance

- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)

- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance

- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
Submission of applications

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org

Ref: PDM/KEN/SA

ACTED

Att: Human Resources Department

33, rue Godot de Mauroy

75009 Paris

FRANCE

Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46

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African Population and Health Research Center Jobs in Kenya- Systems Manager

Job Title: Web Systems Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization that carries out high quality and policy-relevant research on population, health and education issues facing sub- Saharan Africa.

The Center seeks to recruit a Web Systems Manager.

The overall purpose of the job is to design, develop and manage APHRC’s web systems.
Description:

Responsibilities

Designing, developing and managing the APHRC website

•Revitalize the information architecture and link knowledge products to the Center’s program areas.
•Redesign the website focusing on new innovations in the field, such as blogs, wikis, etc, to improve content presentation, access, use and feedback.
•Manage links that enable users to share documents with friends and colleagues.
•Create a content management system that enables anyone to update the site without requiring specialized skills or training.
•Create fundraising opportunities through the website by developing systems that will facilitate such.
•Assess the IT needs of various programs at APHRC – research, policy engagement and communication and administration programs - and create avenues to respond to the identified needs through the website and other IT tools.

Managing the Center’s Systems including Intranet, Project Management System, and Human Resources Information Systems

•Upload information on the systems
•Continuously train staff on how to make best use of the intranet
•Keep the systems up-to-date and adaptable to emerging needs
•Add new modules to existing systems to support the Center’s initiatives
•Design new systems for enhancing efficiency

System Administration

•Enhance the Center’s IT infrastructure by participating in the development and implementation of state-of-the-art technological solutions for supporting all business processes.
Requirements:

Skills and Qualifications

•Degree in information sciences or a related discipline. A Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
•At least four years relevant experience.
Please, apply enclosing a detailed CV, quoting current and expected salary and providing contact details of three referees by email or to the address below.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.



The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center
P.O. Box 10787-00100 GPO,
Nairobi.


Closing Date: 24 February 2012

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Jobs at PeopleLink Consultants Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Marketing Executives
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: Ksh.30,000(neg)+comm

Summary: Must be Male, with a degree in sales and marketing or related field and at least 3 years experience in a busy working environment. The ideal candidate is expected to work in Rwanda, Mombasa and other outstations.
Description: Other Requirements - Clean driving license - Certificate of good conduct - good references - Proven track record of performance
Requirements:

PeopleLink Consultants Limited
Uganda House
3rd Floor Room16

Closing Date: 09 March 2012

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Jobs at DOW in Kenya

Job Title: Commercial Development Program 2012 (Sales Trainee)-1111241
Description

Dow (NYSE: Dow) combines the power of science and technology with the "Human Element" to passionately innovate what is essential to human progress. The Company connects chemistry and innovation with the principles of sustainability to help address many of the world's most challenging problems such as the need for clean water, renewable energy generation and conservation, and increasing agricultural productivity. Dow's diversified industry-leading portfolio of specialty chemical, advanced materials, Agro sciences and plastics businesses delivers a broad range of technology-based products and solutions to customers in approximately 160 countries and in high growth sectors such as electronics, water, energy, coatings and agriculture. In 2010, Dow had annual sales of $53.7 billion and employed approximately 50,000 people worldwide. The Company's more than 5,000 products are manufactured at 188 sites in 35 countries across the globe. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted. More information about Dow can be found at www.dow.com

The Dow Chemical Company is offering great business career opportunities in a global and international environment. We are looking for ambitious junior candidates who are interested in to join our:

Commercial Development Program (Sales Trainee)
to be based in Nairobi, Kenya
The Commercial Development Program (CDP) is a nine months program to become a successful Sales Account Managers for one of Dow`s global businesses, after graduating from the program. This program is led by a Commercial Development Program Leader for Europe Middle East and Africa and offers a unique combination of skill development and corporate orientation to enable effective transition and on boarding into Sales Account Manager role to maximize future career development at Dow.

This position will be located within Middle East and Africa - in Kenya, Nairobi sales office. Your further career may take you to areas such as Marketing Management, Sales Leadership as Dow offers the chance to develop a career in combination with a competitive total compensation package. If you are interested to further develop your skills with a challenging and rewarding opportunity and working in a global company, do choose our CD Program now!

During the program, participants will be offered to:


* Attend workshops, seminars and classroom training in Europe and Middle East and Africa.
* Develop Sales Account Management skills to become Solutions Consultants in the industries we participate
* Handle Sales and Marketing related projects to the future job
* Explore business growth opportunities for Dow businesses with potential exposure to current and potential customers and markets
* Expose him/her self to Senior Commercial leadership to understand better the company expectations and vision
* Gain technical knowledge of markets and applications
* Network with experienced Dow colleagues to build mentoring relationships

After successful completion of CD Program, you will become a Sales Account Manager working in a business and sales environment, while interfacing with customers at all organization levels and with various functions ranging from purchasing, to research and development as well as manufacturing.

Key duties of the Sales Account Manager include:

* Assessing market potential and threats, future trends and competitive activities
* Identifying and developing new business opportunities
* Managing the implementation of our sales and marketing strategies
* Managing a portfolio of projects and customers that will guaranty a continuous and profitable growth
* Supporting communication programs

Qualifications



* Recent graduation with BBA or BS degree and/or MBA with double major will be a plus.
* Commercial experience up to 3 years of experience may be an asset.
* Besides the required technical competencies, self motivation, excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills such as open minded, inquisitive, creative, flexible, strong adaptability, analytical persuasion skills as well as customer focus are essential.
* Candidates are expected to understand the principle of marketing, skilled features-benefits-solutions selling, the business indicators, external market factors, market demands, value chain, source of growth.
* Leadership skills are strongly valued.
* Strong Business acumen and professional level of computer literacy is a requirement.
* Proficiency in English and Swahili are required.
* Candidates should be willing to travel and flexible to work extended hours from time to time, as well as adaptable to local/international business needs and should hold a valid driver`s license.

Primary Location
MEAF-Kenya-Kenya-Nairobi
Schedule
Full-time

How to Apply:
https://dow.taleo.net/careersection/10540/jobdetail.ftl

Deadline: 16th February 2012

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