Jobs at Freedom House in Kenya- Senior Program Officer

Job Title: Senior Program Officer
Programs – Africa
Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Freedom House supports the spread of freedom and democracy throughout
the world through
research, effective advocacy, and program directly supporting frontline
activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through
our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World.
With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of
every individual to be free.

Position Summary
The Senior Program Officer will
assist in developing and managing all program aspects for a program
focusing on transitional justice in East Africa. He/she will assist
with strategic design, program design, oversight of program
activities,
backstopping field offices, monitoring and evaluation, financial
management, fundraising, advocacy, outreach, staff supervision, and
administration. The Senior Program Officer will report to the Director
for Africa programs.

Minimum Qualifications
§ Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, or
related field; Master’s degree preferred
§ 6 - 8 years of experience conducting democracy and human rights programs
* Strong ability to communicate effectively in English both orally
and in writing
§ Strong knowledge of human rights principles and mechanisms,
transitional justice, and understanding of democracy promotion
§ Substantive knowledge or experience with transitional justice
issues, specifically
of complementarity, reparations and institutional reform
§ Expertise in democracy and human rights issues in the Africa region
§ Proven knowledge of USG funding regulations, and familiarity with US
Congressional processes
§ Proven ability to write effective proposals, reports, procedures, complete
required forms, and maintain complete and accurate documentation
§ Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multi task to
meet tight deadlines
§ Strong program management skills from design through implementation,
evaluation, and close-out
§ Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding
all aspects of work at all times
§ Knowledge/familiarity of democracy in Latin America a plus
Some Duties and Responsibilities
§ Assist in drafting program strategy, and with managing overall
strategy and vision
§ Design, manage, and supervise all programmatic aspects of
transitional justice
programming including work plan development, identifying consultants
and sub-grantees, organizing trainings and other activities,
monitoring and evaluation, budget management, reporting, and
backstopping field
offices
§ Anticipate programmatic administrative, and financial needs, and
take appropriate corrective action
§ Serve as the point of contact and speak with authority on Freedom House
programming in assigned regions/global areas with donors, with
delegations, at information interviews, and other external meetings
§ Travel to assigned region as required, manage all travel logistics
for self and others as appropriate
§ Negotiate and write contracts, MOUs, letters of agreement, and other
contractual
documents for partners and vendors, and manage to ensure that the
objectives and terms of agreement are met
§ Design and implement activities in conjunction with field and DC offices,
program beneficiaries, partner, and other stakeholders as necessary
§ Other related duties as assigned.
Qualified and Interested applicants
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with
salary history as well as desired salary to:
recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR
Dept., referencing SPO EHA
(2011-080). Only candidates who have been selected for an interview
will be contacted. Only candidates who send in salary requirements
will be considered for the position.

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Jobs at Action Against Hunger USA in Kenya

Job Title: FSL Coordinator, Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 February 2012

Description

Location: Nairobi

Duration: 12 months

General objectives:
* To ensure implementation of food security and livelihoods activities according to ACF and donor standards and guidelines * To ensure internal and external coordination * To strengthen FSL context analysis for ACF * To support development of project proposals, funding opportunities and country strategy

Objectives and Activities:

To support the FSL team to implement FSL activities
* To facilitate programme implementation with regular and proactive exchanges with the FSL PMs & visits to FSL programmes * To ensure high technical quality of FSL programme activities * To facilitate the development and implementation of M&E tools and mechanisms * To facilitate the preparation of proposals, procurement planning, activity planning, expenditures forecast, M&E plan etc. * To facilitate reporting and documentation of programme activities to ACF and donors standards

To ensure internal coordination for integrated programming
* To support the FSL PMs to coordinate with the Nut and Wash teams * To facilitate integrated programme definition, planning and implementation together with Nutrition and Wash coordinators * To provide a permanent link on capital level to ensure coordination and integration in discussions and initiatives

To strengthen FSL and integrated context analysis for ACF
* To contribute to the ongoing integrated context analysis, together with Nut, Wash, FSL team * To review historic, internal and external information for the ACF areas of intervention * To support the analysis and understanding of the underlying causes of malnutrition, together with Nut, Wash, FSL team * To ensure continuous nutrition beneficiary profiling analysis together with Nut and FSL team * To ensure documentation of the facilitated analysis * To support development and implementation of integrated Nut/ FSL/WASH surveillance system * To consolidate and contribute to analysis and regular surveillance and assessment reports, together with the surveillance officer * To use the ACF analysis for external representation and positioning of ACF, and contribution to external forums and FSL groups. * To continuously monitor and analyse the humanitarian context and FSL needs in the country and recommend new interventions where needed.

To ensure external coordination and representation with other FSL stakeholders
* To actively participate in national FSL coordination meetings with KFSSG, MoA, NGOs, etc. * To actively participate in the IPC Kenya working group * To create links with various FSL partners working in Kenya. * To contribute to representation and technical discussion needed for donors * To facilitate advocacy to donors and other stakeholders in an informed and concise manner, as validated by HOM and HQ * To actively participate in the national/regional working group, e.g. market prices, cash based interventions etc.

To support development of project proposals, funding opportunities and country strategy
* To use FSL and integrated analysis and understanding to feed into proposal development * To contribute to proposal and report writing according to donors requirements * To contribute to the development of the country strategy process

Education / specific degree / special skills:
* Min. master's degree in agriculture, socio-economics, anthropology or related studies. * At least 5 years of experience in humanitarian FSL work * Excellent writing and analytical skills. * Good management and representation competencies. * Experience with agro-pastoral and livelihoods programming. * Experience with programming in drought prone areas and disaster risk reduction activities * Experience in developing world context. * Familiarity with ACF and acceptance of ACF's principles. * Familiarity with donors and donor procedures helpful. * Humanitarian field experience requested: Yes

Please apply online at:

http://app.theresumator.com/app/jobs/view/job_20120119170726_YMCBRGCXCNZ...
How to apply:

Please apply online at:

http://app.theresumator.com/app/jobs/view/job_20120119170726_YMCBRGCXCNZ...
Disaster Risk Reduction

Deadline: 29 February 2012

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Jobs at Independent Medico-legal Unit in Kenya

Job Title: Programe Officer - Forensic Medical Documentation, Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: Friday, 02 March 2012

The Independent Medico-legal Unit (IMLU) is a governance and human rights NGO that seeks to promote human rights by advocating for legal and policy reforms, monitoring government adherence to human rights, rehabilitating victims of torture, forensic investigation and documentation of torture cases for legal redress and capacity building of key stake-holders.

The Independent medico-legal unit's vision is a just world free from torture. Its mission is to promote and safeguard the rights of all against torture by holding the state accountable.

Job Title PROGRAM OFFICER – FORENSIC MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION Location Nairobi with frequent travel Position reports to Program Manager Duration 1 year renewable based on performance Required Immediate

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Responsible for IMLU's management of its torture survivors' forensic medical documentation and rehabilitation services and advises the Programme Manager and the Executive Director on Forensic medical documentation and rehabilitation issues pertaining to IMLU's mandate. Responsible for coordinating, renewing and capacity building of IMLU national network of forensic medical experts

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Documentation and Rehabilitation  Make preliminary medical examination of torture survivors  Coordinate medical rehabilitation (treatment) of torture survivors and postmortems  Receive and analyze medical reports presented by network doctors for quality control  Maintain linkages with counselors for psychological rehabilitation  Track all cases undergoing medical rehabilitation
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Programme Management  Design forensic medical documentation and rehabilitation projects  Develop programme proposals, budgets and work plans  Lead in the implementation of all medical documentation and rehabilitation programme activities  Coordinate the network of medical doctors providing medical rehabilitation services  Review and update forensic medical documentation tools  Ensure effective documentation of all rehabilitation activities  Provide rehabilitation information to other departments in IMLU  Monitor and evaluate the documentation and rehabilitation programme activities  Report on the medical documentation and rehabilitation programme in accordance to IMLU and donor requirements  Fund raise for the programme
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Networking Development  Continuous capacity development of IMLU network of doctors, pathologists and other medical personnel  Recruitment of new doctors, pathologists and other personnel to IMLU network of medical professionals  Establish and implement network communication strategy to keep the network energized and informed through regular communication and involvement in relevant IMLU activities  Establish and maintain strong linkages between IMLU forensic medical work and other regional and international networks

KEY QUALIFICATIONS  Medical Doctor with minimum first degree qualification.  At least one year experience in post graduation clinical work, with interest in programme management and human rights  Additional training in counseling and/or the management of mental trauma an added advantage

COMPETENCIES  Demonstrated knowledge and experience in human rights issues  Excellent analytical and writing skills  Proficiency in computer skills  Good command of English and Kiswahili language s  Ability to set priorities and produce timely and quality outputs

ATTRIBUTES  Self-motivated, committed to human rights, organized and able to function well under pressure  Must be willing to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision  Ability to appreciate, respect and promote gender and women's rights both at the work place and in programme/project work  Ability to work in a diverse team and offer leadership  High moral integrity and compassion to persons in vulnerable situations
How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: If you believe you have the talent we are looking for, have passion and commitment to human rights and your experience and qualification matches the above, you are invited to send your application letter and CV, including your current salary, expected remuneration, three professional referees and day time telephone contacts to:

jobs@imlu.org with the subject matter PROGRAM OFFICER – FORENSIC MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION by 4pm, Friday, 2nd March 2012

Note: We will only receive email applications, only successful candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to disqualification.

IMLU is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other ground for discrimination.

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Jobs at Intervita Onlus in Kenya

Job Title: Country Administrator, Nairobi
Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 February 2012

WORK CONTEXT

Intervita works in Kenya in collaboration with local partners since 2009 supporting primary education, health, water and sanitation, food security and economic development with a special focus on women and child rights. Emergency actions on drought and urban marginalisation are also carried on.

SCOPE OF THE JOB

To ensure the proper follow up of the admin and reporting procedures of the Intervita action in Kenya, to guarantee the transparency and the traceability of the economic and financial data flow.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

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Manage the administration and logistic of the local office
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Ensure the correct financial reporting of the different projects assigned to the local partner or directed managed by Intervita
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Under the supervision of the Country Representative, ensure the financial management the Intervita action in Kenya

ACTIVITIES

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL AREA

* Participate to the definition, planning and management of the local office budget

* Manage the accounting of the local office, according to the internal policies and deadlines

* Ensure the expedition of the reporting and the projects financial documents to the central office (Italy), according to the defined deadlines

* Manage the filing of the administrative documents (eg. contracts, bills, etc)

* Support the Country Representative in defining and managing the different proposal budgets to submit to different International Donors

* Support the local administrative staff in defining/managing budgets and in implementing financial reports (financial report, project reports) according to the Intervita procedures.

* Ensure, according to the central office, the continuous monitoring of accounting, administrative and financial features of the projects, visiting the projects o through teamwork meeting, if necessary.

* Ensure the financial reporting of the projects (accuracy, costs eligibility, completeness of the data) and take actions, if needed, to correct or complete the data/information missing and necessary

LOGISTIC
* Oversee in the logistics of the office (eg supply, general services, staff policy, inventory, maintenance, etc)

* Overseeing the procurement process in accordance with the procedures of Intervita

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor's degree in or business administration, management

* At least five (5) years of relevant experience providing administrative support, financial managment and logistic support in International development projects;

* Experience in the management of the project funded by main donors (es. UE and UN)

* Proficiency in MS Office applications especially excel

* Fluency in Italian and English (the selection process will be done in the two languages)

* Experience in development project in south est Asia will be considered a plus ranking factor.

SKILL
* Ability to work for objectives and priorities and a high propensity to solve problems

* High organizational capacity and ability to work as a team in a multicultural environment

* Excellent planning and time management capacity in relation to the objectives assigned

* Ability to report and dealing with different types of interlocutors

* Ability to train staff

How to apply:

Register on

https://intervita.tms.hrdepartment.com/cgi-bin/a/alljobs.cgi?view_langua... enclosing:

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Update curriculum
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Covering letter
o At least three references with telephone number and e-mail

Only applications containing the consent to the processing of personal data under D.Lgs.196/2003 will be considered; incomplete applications will not be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Intervita Onlus is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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Jobs at World Vision International in Kenya- Protection Advisor

Job Title: East Africa Region Humanitarian Protection Advisor Application Deadline Date: 29 Feb 2012
Position Location: Nairobi Position Start Date: 01 Apr 2012
Region: Africa\East Africa Position End Date: 31 Mar 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Kenya Program/Office Name: East Africa Region
City/Province: Nairobi Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 15 IIPP Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family with children
Requisition Num: 2012AFETCHE-8RGDRE


PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To build the capacity of National Offices in East Africa region in Humanitarian Protection through staff training, appropriate project management tools including assessment, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
To develop strategy to integrate and mainstream Humanitarian Protection into three ministries.
To seek effective collaboration with local and international NGOs, UN agencies and regional alliance to have maximized impact on the issues related to Humanitarian Protection.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Create clear and logical Humanitarian Protection Strategy for WV East African Region, in coordination with NOs, RO and GC.
o Assist prioritized NOs to draft actions for mainstreaming Humanitarian Protection.
o Provide staff orientation and trainings related to Humanitarian Protection, ensuring their level of understanding and linkages with child protection on children in emergency initiatives.
o Monitor the Mainstreaming Action Plans (MAP) implementation for Humanitarian Protection.
o Ensure accurate and timely narrative project reports as required.
o Good coordination with other organizations working on Humanitarian Protection.
o Initiate proactive advocacy activities to make policy/guideline favourable for the vulnerable groups.
o Contribute to EAR active learning culture on Humanitarian Protection, and create information sharing platform.
o Cultivate good relationships with Japanese missions.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

o REQUIRED: University graduate (BA) in an appropriate discipline
o Academic Background in Law or Human Rights
o 4-5 years working experience in community development
o NGO working experience
o Good facilitation skills and proven leadership
o Good computer skills (word, excel)
o Good verbal and written English skills
o Good knowledge of community development
o Good understanding of Protection/Child Protection
o Strong interpersonal/ communication skills
o People- oriented
o Result-oriented
o Demonstrated commitment to World Vision values and philosophy, and capacity to engage with the broader community in living these values.

PREFERRED:
o 4-5 years working experience in community development in an NGO environment.

How to Apply:
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/44B2B6EF29C19DCE882579A400429EED?OpenDocument

Deadline:29 Feb 2012

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Jobs at Olive Leaf Foundation in Kenya

Job Title: Program Manager, Nairobi
Closing Date: Saturday, 25 February 2012

RECRUITMENT FOR PROGRAM MANAGER POSITON

ORGANIZATION: OLIVE LEAF FOUNDATION – KENYA OLIVE LEAF Foundation is a South African Sustainable Development organization (SDO) with programmes in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Kenya, Nigeria and Cote D'Ivoire. OLIVE LEAF Foundation's vision is to shape a better world for current and future generations that (a) meets the fundamental human needs of all its people (b) gives voice to the unheard (c) constitutes strong, economically prosperous & self-reliant communities (d) manages its limited ecological resources responsibly Our purpose is to enable sustainable community development. Olive Leaf Foundation Kenya Office is commencing a Sida/DFID -funded program through Act! in Kitui County entitled Changieni Rasili Mali (CRM) focusing on The Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (commonly known as ASALs) which cover more than 80 per cent of the country's land mass and are home to about 10 million people. Kitui County will be the focus of this project as it exhibits most of the natural resources management challenges characteristic of ASALs. The main goal of this programme will be to enhance the capacities of Community based Organizations (CBOs) in Kitui County to advocate for policies and laws that promote better management and sustainable utilization of mineral resources in Kitui County. ASALs have and will continue to suffer underdevelopment, unless fundamental policy changes occur both at the government and non-government levels so as to tackle these challenges. It is in this effort that Olive leaf Kenya Seeks to recruit a program manager to oversee activities of the project. Summary of Position: The Project Manager will be based in Kitui County and report to Country Director, and is an integral member of the Country programme. S/he will work closely with the Capacity Development and advocacy Officer. S/he will be responsible for the timely implementation of the activities in the new project, building an action team of partners and staff and measuring the impact of the results of the project. Responsibilities: Organizational Development and Implementation:  Establish an action team for implementation of the project - building partnerships with key partners in the project and staff members.  Ensure the work planning with the action team, implementation and reporting of the activities in respect of the project to support the program.  Manage the various partnerships.  Work with the Capacity Development, Networking and advocacy Officer to build appropriate strategy for the rollout of the project.  Establish good working relations with relevant stakeholders for the effective implementation of the project including government offices, other Non – state actors dealing in similar projects, media partners, etc.  Develop and maintain proactive, positive, and professional relationships with partner organizations, other NGOS, donors, clients, politicians, key government officials, civil society groups, media professionals, etc.  Implement, in coordination with the finance/admin Manager administrative and financial systems for the execution of the project.  Maintain regular written and oral reporting to the Country Director on key country, regional, program, security regarding the ASAL region and staff issues.  Maintain responsible media coverage, as per the donors requirement contract of program events and issues in the region related to Olive leaf Foundation and the project Administration:  Establishing, managing and evaluating on Program team.  Ensure the implementation of project is on-time and within the stipulated budget.  Ensure compliance with Donor/ Olive Leaf Foundation Manual policies and procedures.  Oversee the management of grants and budgets, ensuring timely grant reporting and compliance with contract and donor guidelines.  In collaboration with the Olive Leaf Foundation Finance and Accounting Manager, manage and report the finances of the office, establishing and monitoring a system of checks and balances to ensure the program's financial stability and viability within annual operating budget.  Be the focal point with regard to organization-wide institutional learning and design, monitoring and evaluation policies The Project Manager will work with the Country Director to establish strategic priorities for the CRM facility in Kenya, including defining program priorities, plans and long-term strategy within the overall Country ASAL region vision and goals. With these priorities, collaboration will be expected to:  Identify and assess current and existing Mineral Resources (Coal, Limestone & Sand) management initiatives in Kenya and the relevant actors and stakeholders.  Identify local partners and target communities, and seek their input through individual meetings and planning sessions.  Establish Act! CRM project vision and specific objectives for ASAL region to contribute to the potential wider Kenya country program, including identifying tools and methodology.  Be directly engaged in the continuing development of the organization, its mission and its staff, through the sharing of experience and knowledge, particularly contributing to its Institutional Learning efforts. Resource Mobilization:

 Continuous sourcing of resource mobilization sources and subsequent preparation and presentation of proposals to the potential funders. As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties. Minimum Qualifications:

 A first degree in social sciences or community development or any other relevant field with experience of not less than 3 years in progam management  Demonstrated budgeting, proposal writing, and grants management skills  Dynamic leader with creative problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging situations  Knowledge of major donor rules and regulations, and the ability to manage multi-donor funding  Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to build and conduct effective professional working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally  Spoken and written fluency in English and Kiswahili.  Strong oral and written communications skills.  Cultural sensitivity and adaptability as well as possessing an entrepreneurial spirit.  Experience in living and working Kitui or the larger Eastern Province region.  Experience in Natural Resource Management and conservation projects will be an added advantage.  Excellent working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and databases.  S/he will be a Kenyan National Salary: Commensurate with experience and education.


How to apply:

Interested Candidates should send their letter of interest, explaining how they meet the above criteria, an up to date C.V with daytime contacts and 3 referees who should be from current/ previous employments to oliveleafkenya@gmail.com . Please indicate your salary expectations.

Deadline is 25th February 2012

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Jobs at RTI International in Kenya- Chief of Party

Job Title: Chief of Party, Kenya
Closing Date: Friday, 30 March 2012

RTI is an independent nonprofit research and technical services institute headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA. Since 1958, RTI has provided clients in over 150 countries with cutting-edge research and technical assistance in the areas of education and training, economic and social policy and planning, democratic governance and institutional development, energy and the environment, survey and statistics, health and pharmaceuticals, advanced technologies and product commercialization, and laboratory and chemistry services. RTI's international development practice serves clients including the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Millennium Challenge Corporation, World Bank, U.K. Department for International Development, foreign governments, private clients, and others.

Job Description RTI International is seeking qualified Chief of Party candidates in anticipation of a five-year innovation in agriculture program in Kenya. The program will focus on harnessing innovation for cutting-edge results in selected agricultural value chains through private sector strategies to impact household incomes and/or nutrition. This program goal will be achieved through: testing, cultivating, and adapting innovations which further the Feed the Future Strategy in Kenya and promote opportunities for women, youth, and vulnerable populations; support broad adoption of innovative approaches across target populations; generate sustainable and scalable private sector solutions; identify and promote innovations with the potential for cross national and/or global adoption; and identify and support Kenya for-profit and not-for-profit entities in agricultural value chains.

Responsibilities:

* Assume responsibility for overall program management, developing a strong, coherent technical vision and initiating innovative strategies across the program. Supervise program operations, personnel, M&E, and preparation of periodic written reports to USAID and ACDI/VOCA headquarters.
* Manage process to identify potential innovative solutions to agricultural productivity and food insecurity.
* Identify and manage a wide range of technical assistance needs for fast growing small to medium sized companies.
* Develop relationships and disseminate new business concepts with agriculture and private sector representatives, financial institutions and investors in order to foster the growth of innovative companies.
* Oversee the transparent delivery of grants to private sector companies.
* Ensure effective overall contract management, reporting, communications and relationship management with USAID.

Skills Required:
* Demonstrated ability to manage a process of fostering innovation through a multi-stage process in challenging environments.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively manage implementation of large agricultural development programs and achieve established performance targets.
* Ability to ensure compliance with USAID rules, regulations and operating procedures.
* Ability to develop systems and processes to identify and support innovations and support organizations that develop, test, and adapt them for broad-based adoption.
* Demonstrated ability to foster productive relations with private sector businesses to promote public-private linkages, financial institutions for access to finance, and government personnel and agencies, non-governmental organizations, donors and other stakeholders for successful implementation.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
* Education and Knowledge:
* A Masters degree in Agriculture Science, Economics, or related field, or a Bachelors degree plus a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
* A minimum of 6 years experience managing and leading a diverse team on large, multi-million dollar agricultural development or technology projects with funding from USAID, World Bank, etc.
* A solid understanding of how to identify and develop market based innovations, preferably in agriculture, with the potential for broad adoption and impact.
* Private sector or agricultural work experience in Africa, particularly East Africa, experience preferred.
* Entrepreneurial experience starting up or managing a private business preferred.
* Previous USAID contract management and grants management experience preferred.


How to apply:
Please apply online at www.rti.org/job13884

Deadline: Friday, 30 March 2012

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Jobs at UNOPS in Kenya- Administrative & Finance Assistant

Job Title: Administrative & Finance Assistant

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world’s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development.

UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe.

In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Code: MASOM1112_243
Job Title: Administrative & Finance Assistant

Post Level: LICA 3 Equivalent to G5

Org Unit: Mine Action Programme - Somalia

Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia

Duration: 12 Months (Renewable - subject to availability of funds)

Closing Date: 27th February, 2012

Organisational Context

The UN Somalia Mine Action Programme (UNSOMA) is operating under the responsibility of the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), executed by UNOPS.

The Mine Action Programme in Somalia started in Somaliland (1992-1993,1997-1998 and 1999-present), and Puntland (2003-2005), and has implemented capacity building projects, provided technical assistance for the national Somaliland and Puntland Mine Action Centres and the Police Explosive Ordnance disposal teams.

In South Central Somalia, UNSOMA is expanding the activities in support of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).

In complement to the provision of capacity building and support for the AMISOM forces to undertake EOD (Explosive Ordnance) activities in Mogadishu to reduce the large amounts of Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) and stockpiles throughout the city, Police EOD teams are deployed in Mogadishu in concert with an emergency Mine Risk Education initiatives to reach the large numbers of returnees for provision of humanitarian assistance.

Other regional offices will be established during the current year.

UNSOMA has an office in Nairobi to provide managerial and support functions for the Regional Offices in Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision and daily reporting to the Program Support Officer (PSO), the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Key functions:

* Assist in production of monthly payroll.
* Assist in the preparation of monthly attendance sheets for all staff.
* Manage the monthly accounts for private and official telephone bills.
* Assist in the preparation of DSA and other allowances claims for all staff.
* Manage the incoming and outgoing mail system.
* Assist in the management of the operational advances and petty cash accounts.
* Assist in the preparation of the requests for operational advances.
* Assist in the reconciliation of operational advances and petty cash.
* Advise all staff on rules and regulations pertaining to UNOPS administration and finance issues.
* Acts as a liaison between Mogadishu bank and UNOPS office.
* Assist in general administration of the office and any other tasks as required by the PSO.

Education and Experience

Education:

* Secondary Education
* Specialized/Degree certification in either Administration or Finance.
* 4-5 years Experience
* Experience in administrative and finance procedures
* Experience in filing systems
* Computer literate (MS Office)
* Fluent in English (oral and written)
* Ability to work in a gender-equal and multi-cultural environment

Professionalism:

* Good inter-personal and communications skills and the ability to interact readily with UN staff members at all levels
* Good report writing skills
* Ability to interact and liaise with all levels of sources, i.e. local Somali sources, international sources, Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and Ethiopian sources and in particular their information units;
* Ability to work under strict deadlines and under stressful conditions.

Language

* Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
* Good knowledge of colloquial Somali and dialects of Somali clans in South Central Somalia is required.

Other requirements

* Candidates should be skilled in office-related computer applications.
* Experience with a UN Mine Action Centre or Demining NGO will be an advantage.
* Good written communication and report writing skills.
* Candidates with experience in South Central Somalia and knowledge of bordering countries and the dynamics of cross border security related incidents are encouraged to apply.

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), via e-mail to somaliamineaction@unops.org.

Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

* Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
* Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
* Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
* UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

How to Apply:
please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org.

Deadline:27th February, 2012

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Jobs at Kenya Red Cross Society- Agriculture Extension Officer

Job Title: Agriculture Extension Officer
Reporting to: Branch Coordinator
Job location: Damajaley (North Eastern)

Overall Purpose
Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting, implementation and monitoring integrated and sustainable agricultural livelihoods and livelihood options within the implemented project. Other responsibilities include farm management function for branch and community supported project in agriculture that includes capacity building of communities and developing marketing strategies for small holder farm products as an income generating activity (IGA) for the branch and the communities supported by the projects.
Duties & Responsibilities
• In coordination with the Branch Coordinator, oversee overall farm management of supported projects for both IGA for the Branch and the communities.
• Identification of crop suitability and other required farm inputs for different sites in collaboration with agricultural officers from the Ministry of Agriculture.
• Coordinate the establishment and strengthening of community self-help groups for agricultural livelihood projects.
• Carrying out Monitoring and Evaluation activities, and proposing revisions required during the course of implementation of the work plan.
• Assisting the Branch Coordinator in preparing work plans and budgets for submission to the Regional office and Headquarters for compilation.
• Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of community training curriculum and capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening communities with capacity to implement agricultural livelihood projects.
• Training targeted beneficiaries of the project on all aspects of agricultural production.
• Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, and other players on the ground to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance effectiveness.
• Carrying out trials on improvement of the establishment of agricultural modern farming technologies that are adaptive to climate change (greenhouse farming, multi-storey gardening among others).
• Ensure proper accounts in accordance to the KRCS regulations and donor requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
• Diploma in agricultural extension, farm management, horticulture or equivalent qualifications.
• At least three years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating agricultural extension works or community projects.
Key Competencies
• Knowledge of integrated community-based food security programmes, trends and goals all levels aimed at preventing and alleviating suffering
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Applications must contain:
Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
All applications should be sent to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society, P. O. Box 40712-00100
NAIROBI
So as to reach him not later than Friday, 24th February 2012

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Jobs at Kenya Red Cross Society - Project Officer

Job Title: Water & Sanitation Project Officer (Hardware)
Reporting to: Branch Cordinator
Job Location: Damajaley (North Eastern)
Overall Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting, and implementing community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) projects. Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, operating, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Contribute to the planning, implementation and reporting of Watsan projects assigned and specifically coordinate Watsan hardware components of these projects with other team members.
• Identify specifications for the procurement of water and sanitation equipment, machinery and related hardware according to identified and prioritized needs.
• Prepare BOQs (Bills of Quantities) and designs for identified water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Spearhead the construction of new water supply systems (bore-holes, wells, springs, water pans and sand dams) and sanitation facilities (public toilets and washing areas)
• Identify and map existing non-functional water systems for rehabilitation or new sites for construction of sanitation facilities and in line with defined priorities, organise and implement repair works to water supply and sanitation systems.
• Initiate community consultation and sensitisation campaigns on implementation of new water and sanitation systems; as well mobilise volunteers to participate in Watsan projects.
• Prepare project work-plans and budgets and also implement community-based safe and affordable Watsan capacity building programmes aimed at strengthening the community to not only adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices but also take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructure facilities.
• Participate in the implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff and volunteers with capacity to provide community-based training on water, sanitation and hygiene.
• Conduct baseline surveys to establish perceptions and areas with needs for new water and sanitation systems and also conduct community consultations and sensitisation campaigns.
• Implement strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, donors, Government agencies, the private sector and other players.
• Conduct training of volunteers and communities for sustainable Watsan interventions.
• Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement.

Minimum Qualifications
• Diploma in Water Engineering or equivalent qualifications. A BSc in Civil Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Two (2) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in emergency and relief context.

Key Competencies
• Knowledge of water and sanitation, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

How to Apply:
Applications must contain:
Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
All applications should be sent to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society, P. O. Box 40712-00100
NAIROBI
So as to reach him not later than Friday, 24th February 2012

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Jobs at Kenya Red Cross Society- Blood Donor Recruiter

Job Title: Regional Blood Donor Recruiter (2 positions)
Reporting to: Regional Health Officer
Job location: Mombasa and Kisumu

Overall Purpose
Responsible to the Regional Health Officer for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating blood donor programme within the Region aimed at collection of adequate and safe blood for transfusion purposes. Specific responsibilities include building community partnerships, identification and mobilisation of potential blood donors in organized institutions such as learning institutions, workplaces, FBOs, NGOs and Community at large as well as building the capacity of community leaders to spearhead the mobilization of Voluntary Non Remunerated blood donors.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Mobilize schools, colleges, institutions, organizations and communities to solicit blood donations from individuals, students, employees and community groups
• Contact and visit prospective or participating donor groups to explain requirements and benefits of participation in blood donor programmes
• Maintain and update records of individuals, groups, institutions and organizations participating in blood donor programme
• Arrange specific dates for blood donor collections for groups and confirm appointment in writing
• Consult blood bank records to answer questions, monitor activity or resolve problems of blood donor groups
• Identify donors with rare-type blood from blood bank records and contact donors to solicit and arrange blood donation
• Prepare reports of blood donor programmes and recruitment activities

Minimum Qualifications
• BSc in Nursing, Public Health or equivalent qualifications
• Over three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating blood donor/blood safety programmes in emergency/relief context and developmental context.
Key Competencies
• Knowledge of blood donor and blood safety programmes trends and goals at all levels aimed at safe blood
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet


How to Apply:
Applications must contain:
Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
All applications should be sent to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society, P. O. Box 40712-00100
NAIROBI
So as to reach him not later than Friday, 24th February 2012

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Kenya Red Cross Society Jobs Vacancies

Job Title: HIV/AIDS Programme Manager
Reporting to: Head of Health and Social Services
Job Location: Headquarters

Overall Purpose
Responsible to the Head of Health Department for the effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of HIV/AIDS programme aimed at combating and reducing the prevalence and impact of HIV/AIDS on vulnerable communities. Other responsibilities include increasing knowledge and community awareness, capacity building, providing psycho-social support and home-based care for people affected and afflicted by HIV/AIDS as well as delivering HIV/AIDS workplace training programmes.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop an integrated HIV/AIDS strategic plan and budget in line with the Government’s efforts towards reducing prevalence and impact in the country.
• Coordinate baseline surveys using participatory approaches to identify the number of persons as well as orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) afflicted and affected with HIV/AIDS so as to determine their capacities, available resources, coping mechanisms and essential services required for home-based care and support.
• Develop and disseminate advocacy and behaviour change communication materials to increase knowledge and create awareness on HIV/AIDS transmission and prevention
• Develop and implement social support programmes to assist caregivers to provide counselling, home-based care and psychosocial support to persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) including orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) afflicted and affected with HIV/AIDS to participate in productive activities
• Coordinate the design, development, implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide HIV/AIDS care and support
• Develop and deliver HIV/AIDS workplace training programmes through sensitization of corporate clients for adoption of an appropriate HIV/AIDS workplace policy
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation of donor funded programmes by staff in order to evaluate progress, ensure accountability, determine impact and report on significant achievements to ensure organisational learning
• Prepare concept papers, periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement

Minimum Qualifications
• Relevant post-graduate qualification such as Masters Degree in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent qualifications such as epidemiology, nursing & social work
• Over five (5) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating HIV/AIDS health programmes


Key Competencies
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS health care, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
• Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet

Applications must contain:
Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
All applications should be sent to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society, P. O. Box 40712-00100
NAIROBI
So as to reach him not later than Friday, 24th February 2012

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Jobs at Kenya Red Cross Society

Job Title : Project Officers - (2 positions)
Reporting to : Programme Officer
Job Location : Makueni, Nyandarua
Overall Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating integrated and sustainable community-based disease prevention and control programme encompassing reproductive health, public health, nutrition and hygiene promotion to prevent communicable diseases, reduce mortality and improve maternal-child health among vulnerable populations affected by disasters. Other responsibilities include strengthening volunteer networks, building their capacity for large scale reach to supplement public health services.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Planning and coordinating the implementation of project activities targeted at the youth, women, agencies and communities within the project areas.
• Coordinating and supporting the development of District Health Management teams responsible for demand creation
• Develop strategies for integrating community-based health programmes through demonstration of insecticide treated nets (ITN’s) and their distribution to vulnerable groups aimed at combating the spread of malaria
• Develop a strategic community-based health plan and budget aligned to the Society’s strategic objectives as well as Government health policies and strategies Conduct technical assessment to establish critical community-based primary health care needs
• Networking and collaborating with Partners, FBOs and CBOs
• Facilitating trainings amongst the beneficiary population
• Conducting regular documentation of processes, challenges and lessons learnt
Minimum Qualifications
• The ideal candidates should have a Degree/Higher National Diploma in Social Science, Public Health, Community Development or related field
• Minimum of 3 years hands on experience in project work. Experience in Integrated Health Projects including Water and Sanitation is required.
Key Competencies
• Experience working in donor funded programs, working within USG funded programs will be an added advantage.
• Proven skills in training and facilitation, monitoring and evaluation,
• Excellent communication skills – both written and spoken should be
• Computer literate and able to work with minimal supervision.


How to Apply:
If you meet the criteria above, please send your Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees to:
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O Box 40712, 00100
Nairobi
So as to reach him not later than Friday, 24th February 2012.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

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Jobs at Nation Media Group in Kenya- Business Executives

Job Title: Business Executives

Job Ref: HR-BE-02-2012

The Role:

The Business Executives will have the overall responsibility of initiating and executing sales while promoting and developing effective service to clients to maximize sales volumes and revenue.

Key responsibilities:

* Obtaining research and market intelligence data for executing sales opportunities;
* Proposals & concepts development;
* Maintaining sales contacts with appropriate representatives of major advertisers ;
* Supporting clients to achieve their business objectives through effective advertising solutions.

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

* University Degree;
* Diploma in Sales & Marketing with over 3 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing;
* Ability and readiness to work long and odd hours;
* Results oriented ability to work independently and under pressure;
* Excellent client service skills;
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills;
* A good understanding and experience in the media industry.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may email their applications and detailed CVs online to: http://careers.nationmedia.com before 29th February, 2012.

Deadline: 29th February 2012

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Nation Media Group Jobs in Kenya- Optimisation Analyst

Job Title: Search Engine Marketing /Optimisation Analyst

Job Ref: HR-SEM/SEO-02-2012

Desired Profile:

* Candidate should be Smart and have good command in English.
* Prior work experience in the field of Search Engine Optimization or Search Engine Marketing is mandatory
* Preferably from an online agency or a media company

Qualifications & Skills:

* Basic Degree in Business management or Computer Science with three years’ experience
* Webmaster Knowledge Required
* Good understanding of search engine marketing and search engine optimization
* Perform Website Analysis, Keyword Research and Analysis, Title Tag and Meta Tag Optimization, Content Optimization, W3c validation, Image and Hyperlink Optimization, site submissions, create back links, submit PR releases to online distributors etc
* Manage and Run campaigns on Search Engines - Google and Bing, maintain high quality score, and improve ROI
* Run campaigns on other ad networks
* Knowledge of HTML, CSS and other design languages preferred
* Experience with Analytics tools like Google, Hitwise, Omniture etc
* Experience with software’s like Dreamweaver, Photoshop etc.
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may email their applications and detailed CVs online to: http://careers.nationmedia.com before 29th February, 2012.

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Jobs at Nation Media Group in Kenya- Web Designer

Job Title: Web Designer – Re Advertisement

Job Ref: HR-WD-02-2012

Desired Profile:

* Already working as a web designer in a demanding / busy environment
* Experience working with websites
* Expert knowledge on Adobe and Dreamweaver/ Other similar tools

Key responsibilities:

* Developing the visual design for web sites, social media, mobile, brand identity and other digital initiatives
* Collaboration with team members to contribute to creative concepts;
* Translating usability findings and feedback into design improvements;
* Translation of client requirements into web designs.

Qualifications & skills:

* Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media Design or related field
* 5 years’ experience in web design
* Creative bent of mind, experience in designing web and mobile interfaces, develop creative briefs into working models! mocks
* Highly skilled and experienced in design and use of Adobe CS design tools including flash development.
* Highly skilled and experienced in client side scripting especially in Flash action scripting, HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT & AJAX.

Note: Those who had applied for this job earlier, need not reapply.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may email their applications and detailed CVs online to: http://careers.nationmedia.com before 29th February, 2012.

Deadline: 29th February 2012

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Jobs at Oxfam in Kenya- Management Trainees

Job Title: MANAGEMENT TRAINEES
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: Negotiable
Summary: GRADUATE MANAGEMENT TRAINEES To consolidate and sustain the growth at OXFAM KENYA,we need young and dynamic fresh university graduates to join our Graduate Management Trainee Programme to take challenging but rewarding functions in the company. The programme is designed to provide trainees with a unique and valuable experience to develop into future leadership roles within the Company.
Description: The trainees will get the opportunity to gain practical insight of the NGO sector through on-the-job training, external training programmes, coaching and mentoring with the main aim of providing balanced training that will lead them to a rewarding career in the Company.
Requirements: Attributes Self-motivated, positive attitude Willingness to learn Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy Desire to exceed expectations Kenyan Citizen Qualification & qualities Fresh university/Diploma graduates not above 27 years of age. Degree/Diploma in — Commerce, Business Administration, IT,Economics, Arts, Sociology, Actuarial Science and/or the equivalent from a recognized university. Keen interest in developing a career in the NGO industry Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills Highest level of integrity and trust Leadership potential Applications All applications to be sent through email : oxfamkenya@gmail.com


Job Ref: MT 001-12



Oxfam Kenya

Applications All applications to be sent through email : oxfamkenya@gmail.com


Closing Date: 19 March 2012

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Jobs at Petro Oil Kenya Limited

Job Title;
Convenience Store manager

Job Description for Convenience Store Manager

Reports To: Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Convenience Store manager is responsible for;

Overall management of a convenience store focusing on agreed upon objectives and financial results reflected in approved budgets.

To ensure friendly, knowledgeable and well-trained staff is available through the fulfilment of all normal personnel duties.

Safeguarding of assets of this business operation through the proper maintenance of equipment, inventory management, adherence to internal control procedures and the following of policies and procedures.

To continuously promote the various products offered for sale in this operation as a means of achieving targeted sales levels.

Stay current with industry trends through appropriate avenues.

List of Responsibilities

* Assist in the recruiting of, recommend for hire, and train, positive individuals to become members of the Petro Store Team ensuring excellent customer service.
* Motivate, encourage, and challenge store cashiers.
* Promote and resolve customer complaints, in a timely and professional manner.
* Implement and enforce established daily operating procedures to ensure stores are clean, adequately stocked, organized, and well kept.
* Ensure all merchandise is stocked and displays are attractive, priced correctly, and displayed in a safe manner.
* Maintain quality brand image standards as pass evaluations.
* Supervise, and discipline all store employees (and assistant manager) according to company policy.
* Monitor daily retail competitors and sending the prices to the corporate office in a timely manner as established by management.
* Complete daily paperwork and computer entry in a timely manner as established by management.
* Monitor cash over/short, inventory shrinkage, and drive offs daily.
* Conduct Store meetings as needed with employees. ( A minimum of one monthly per store)
* Have the physical ability to perform all duties of a store cashier regularly.
* Understand all information in the daily reporting of store operations.
* Follow and enforce all Company Policies and Established Procedures in the store operations
* Implement regular promotions, ensure all POS advertising/signage is properly posted at the proper time.
* Recommend, communicate and perform all price change request, mark downs / ups as approved by the Supervisor.
* Communicate any problems with merchandise pricing/quantities to the Accounts Dept.
* Implement and enforce all merchandising and vendor policies and procedures.
* Enforce all Safety and Security Issues and report any and all unsafe conditions.
* Conduct regular safety and Security Meeting and document with employees attending signatures.
* Report and process all employee and/ or customer incidents or accidents following company procedure.

The CSM is responsible for determining the various product lines for the various stores in the scope of their responsibilities and negotiating with suppliers for the provision of these goods.

This position will price all products consistent with supplier mandates and with agreement from the General Manager on gross profit margins.

This position will order goods on a timely basis and balance the availability of an appropriate mix of products while minimizing investment in inventory.

This position will ensure the proper storage and rotation of product.

On a monthly basis this position will ensure that a full inventory is taken and provided to Accounts department by the 7th of the following month.

This inventory will be valued based on actual procurement costs.

This position will ensure that there are daily audits of 10 items on a weekly rotational basis.

On a daily basis this position will ensure that there is a count of high volume items such as spirits and phone cards.

A variance report will be created and sent to the Accounts Department on a need to basis.

This position will ensure that all equipment is properly functioning and will arrange for any necessary repairs.

Education / Experience:

* Minimum Diploma in related fields is required.
* Also at least 3 years relevant experience working in a busy convenience store environment at a supervisory level.
* Hands on experience with POS/BOS systems is a must.
* Ability to spend extensive periods of time travelling in various parts of the country is required.

Those interested and qualified should send their resume indicating their current and expected remuneration, daytime telephone contacts and three referees.

Only qualified and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Hoe to Apply:
Applications should be sent to jobs@petrogrp.com to be received no later than the 29th of February 2012.

Petro Oil Kenya Limited is a medium sized oil marketing company based in Mombasa engaged in the importation, distribution and marketing of petroleum products throughout Kenya. The position will be based in Mombasa.

Deadline: 29th of February 2012

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UAP Group Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Company Secretary / Legal Services Manager at UAP Group in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

UAP Group is a Pan – African Financial Services Company with interest in Insurance, Investment Management, Property Investments and Financial Advisory. Currently, UAP has businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan which are market leaders in their respective fields. In order to execute it ambitious pan-Africa growth and expansion strategy, UAP wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following positions:

ASSISTANT COMPANY SECRETARY / LEGAL SERVICES MANAGER
2 Positions – One in Kenya and one in Uganda

Reporting to the Group Company Secretary & Head of Legal Services this position is to provide effective and efficient Board Secretarial and In House Legal Advisory services to the UAP Group in all operating Countries (or target territory) within Africa.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Provision of efficient Board secretariat services for subsidiaries.
* Preparing for Board Meetings
* Arranging for directors travel and accommodation
* Maintenance of shares registers and accommodation
* Monitoring contractual and statutory compliance
* Participating in negotiations on commercial and business related matters
* Assisting the Group Company Secretary in discharging such other duties as may be allocated from time to time
* Registration, protection/enforcement and monitoring use of intellectual property
* Drafting, perusing and vetting legal agreements
* Custodian of good corporate governance practices, Board stewardship & accountability, Fiduciary duties of directors, Board manual, code of conduct, conflict of interest and maintenance and custody of Company Seal.
* In-House Legal advisory services in accordance with the services level agreements with the Group Clients
* Providing sound legal advisory services to the Group
* Preparing legal opinions
* Legal advice on HR Management, Retirement Benefits Administration, Insurance Administration, procurement matters and strategic planning and implementation, security and preservation of company property.
* Review and analysis of changing legal and regulatory environment and pro active preventive lawyering and internal early warning systems.

Job Requirements:
Bachelor of laws (LL.B), Diploma in Law, must be an Advocate with a valid practicing certificate with 8 to 10 years’ experience in commercial law practice or busy corporate commercial law /company secretariat environment.

Key Competencies:
The successful candidates is expected to demonstrate high levels of the following key competencies: –

* Strong Analytical and organization skills
* Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
* Ability to work and travel at short notice.

How to Apply:
If you are up to the challenge and meet the criteria set above send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@uapkenya.com with the job title in the Subject line so as to reach us by 2nd March 2012.

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Jobs at UAP Group in Kenya

Job Title: Assistant Claims Manager at UAP Group in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

UAP Group is a Pan – African Financial Services Company with interest in Insurance, Investment Management, Property Investments and Financial Advisory. Currently, UAP has businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan which are market leaders in their respective fields. In order to execute it ambitious pan-Africa growth and expansion strategy, UAP wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following positions:

ASSISTANT CLAIMS MANAGER (Kenya)

Reporting to the Claims Manager this position is to ensure that insurance claims are handled expeditiously and in a professional manner thereby meeting the customer expectations, departmental objectives and overall company objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Ensure reserves are correctly set and constantly reviewed to reflect correct position of the companies liability at one given time
* Monitoring the performance of service providers for effective delivery
* Identify gaps in the policy terms revealed during on the claims process and recommend improvements to underwriters of our motor product so as to improve the performance of the motor portfolio
* Authorize all repairs, claims, costs and fees in the unit within the authority limits to ensure that claims fall within the scope of the policy and the claims costs are not inflated.
* Ensure service providers are appointed promptly and the appointments are equally distributed across the panel for effective service delivery.
* Preparation of management reports on the department to show the performance of the department.
* Initiate recoveries from third parties in order to reduce final cost of the claim

Job Requirements:
A business related degree and ACII & 5 years working experience

Key Competencies:
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate high levels of the following key competencies: –

* Basic Computer skills
* Good Negotiation skills
* Good Communication and Interpersonal skills
* Problem solving skills
* Underwriting Knowledge

How to Apply:
If you are up to the challenge and meet the criteria set above send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@uapkenya.com with the job title in the Subject line so as to reach us by 2nd March 2012.

Deadline: 2nd March 2012

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Jobs at United Nations Office at Nairobi in Kenya

Job Title:

CHIEF, CLIENT SERVICES SECTION, P4

Department/ Office:

United Nations Office at Nairobi

Duty Station:

NAIROBI



Job Opening number:

12-IST-UNON-21837-R-NAIROBI


United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity


Org. Setting and Reportin
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). The post is located in Client Services Section of Information and Communication Technology Service (ICTS), Division of Administrative Service, UNON.



Responsibilities



Under the general guidance of the Chief, ICTS, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: 1. Manage, mentor, support and train the Client Services team, including recruiting staff and conducting performance reviews, demonstrating dynamic leadership and promoting a customer-focused. 2. Administer the Client Services day to day activities effectively planning staff schedules to ensure staff coverage at peak call logging times and ensuring support delivery and continuous service coverage during business hours. 3. Ensure timely user communications for service issues, liaising with Service Owners to escalate and resolve issues as necessary, taking full accountability for the escalation of issues. 4. Manage and supervise the Incident and Problem Management processes, and liaise with other process owners to ensure that processes operate effectively. 5. Responsible for Service Level Management in the section, that include Service Portfolio, Service Catalogue, Service Request Form, and workflow, Standard Operating Procedures, Service Level Agreement, Operation Level Agreement and their management, in addition to IT billing and cost recovery 6. Ensure proper asset management of IT equipment, and licenses for end-user’s, that includes inventory, disposal, creation and distribution of computer images, and loan equipment’s; 7. Review, coordinate and process all ICTS procurement and contract activities and acts as liaison with the Procurement Section in UNON; 8. Propose policies, standards, and operating procedures to contribute towards a managed workplace, and ensure that compliance is maintain under his/here area of responsibility; 9. Supervise IT training activities reviewing the training plans and budget and helping the IT Officer and customers to solve specific training issues ensuring that IT train needs and requirements within the organization are met; 10. Manage contracts for subcontracted service delivery (e.g. On-site IT support staff), participating in bid evaluation, contract negotiation, agreeing deliverables and monitoring performance.



Competencies



Professionalism: Demonstrated professional competence with ICT Service Level Management, Service Desk operation and support, budgetary processes, and in support issues relevant to a standard desktop and the associated applications and technologies. Extensive proven experience in implementing and managing service desk operations within an ITIL framework. Operational experience in leading and overseeing COBIT, ITIL and other ISO standards relevant to Quality Assurance of ICT Services. Demonstrated mastery of ICT service policies, business activities and processes and how they relate to the delivery of service(s). Show persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remain calm in stressful situations.

Client Orientation: Identify and analyse clients' needs and develop appropriate tasks and procedures to meet service delivery requirements. Seek to understand client objectives and needs from clients' perspective, even when not in line with ICTS standards, and adapt Service Desk support to align with them as they evolve when feasible. Keep clients and ICTS peers informed on progress of critical interventions and rollout programs. Pro-actively introduce innovative solutions by anticipating clients IT problems through analysis of service desks performance. Appreciate the impact of actions/processes not only on the Service Desk but also at the service level, both on clients and peer units with ICTS.

Communication: Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts and recommendations to non-technical staff at senior levels, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style.

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly. Ability to manage projects such as the rollout of new technologies (software and hardware) across a substantial user base. Experience in an ICT budgeting process will be a plus.



Education



Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology or other closely related engineering/science fields. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Advanced knowledge and certification in PRINCE2, ITIL is mandatory and COBIT an advantage.



Work Experience



A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in managing large ICT operations. Extensive experience in systems design and development, management, implementation and maintenance of complex information systems. Experience at senior levels in developing and overseeing large centralized service desks, including at least three years experience at the international level. Experience in both public and private sector organizations preferable. Experience in the implementation of CRM or ticketing tracking system and ERP system would be an added advantage.



Languages



English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.



Assessment Method



Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.



Special Notice



Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application if necessary.



United Nations Considerations



The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.



No Fee



THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=21837&

Deadline:24 March 2012

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