Jobs at UNHCR in Kenya- WASH Officer

Job Title: Senior Regional WASH Officer, Nairobi Closing Date: Thursday, 26 April 2012 Duties and Qualifications Senior Regional WASH Officer Location: Nairobi, RSH, Kenya Salary Grade: P4 ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT: In order to ensure wider reach out to the refugees and ensure their close involvement in the delivery and management of the Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) services, the incumbent will need to establish an appropriate consultative and monitoring framework which would draw the experience and expertise of a wide range of actors both internally and externally. The Senior Regional WASH officer will be responsible for provision of professional technical support and guidance on activities within the areas of WASH. Furthermore, the incumbent is required to play a lead role in formulating appropriate project proposals and assistance activities that should be incorporated into the relevant country programmes of UNHCR. The Senior Regional WASH Officer will work under the technical supervision of the Senior WASH Officer in PHHIV at Headquarters and the line supervision of the Head of UNHCR Regional or Country office. The incumbent will coordinate her/his activities with other sector technicians in the region. The objective, work plan, and the priorities of WASH interventions will be jointly formulated by the field, bureau and PHHIV section. FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT: Accountability: - WASH services provided to refugee and others persons of concern to UNHCR are based on UNHCR country and /or internationally recognised and most up-to date standards and policies. - Sound technical support and advice are provided to country operation in the field of WASH. - There is viable monitoring and evaluation system in place for data collection, analysis and interpretation to serve as evidence base for planning and interventions. Responsibility: - Ensure that national and/or internationally accepted and relevant standards and policies are applied and adapted in close coordination with the host country, relevant UN agencies and partners in order to guide the provision of essential health services (preventative and curative). - Facilitate regional and country-level coordination of WASH actors so that WASH programme planning and implementation is streamlined, resources are optimally utilised, and there is active participation of the Government, implementing and operational partners, refugees and other persons of concern as well as sister UN agencies. Effective coordination will identify gaps and overlaps in programming, address unmet needs, and orient existing activities to address priority public health issues. - Support WASH focal point to take lead role in coordinating WASH activities and promote7be involved in WASH cluster coordination at regional level and assess potential collaboration with UNICEF, UNHabitat on defined areas. - Work closely with UNHCR programme, field and protection staff to identify priority WASH and key data requirements for programme planning and monitoring to ensure that minimum UNHCR and international standards are being met according to the phrase of emergency. - Undertake needs and resources assessments with Governments and partners in order to prioritize needs and activities in provision of services to refugees and other persons of concern of UNHCR. - Support WASH focal points to participate in review and analysis of relevant project proposals and budgetary submissions presented by UNHCR partners within context of UNHCR programme cycle. - Guide and assist in preparation of engineering calculations leading to detailed drawings for required WASH infrastructures and activities with associated cost estimates for existing and new camps/settlements, transit centers, receptions centers, border exit stations. - Monitor and evaluate country-level WASH programmes against standard UNHCR and international indicators to ensure that programmes are evidence-based and implemented in a comprehensive and cost-effective manner. - Monitor technical and financial aspects of WASH programmes and provide technical guidelines and advice to UNHCR, other UN agencies and implementing partners in their activities related to WASH in refugee situations. - Support capacity building initiatives so that refugees and other persons of concern to UNHCR and its partners acquire the needed knowledge, skills, and sense of responsibility and ownership of programmes. Support WASH focal points and coordinators to develop training plan, organize and act as resource persons in workshops and training both in-service (formal) and on the job (coaching). - Emergency response: Able to be deployed for the first phase emergency response (for a maximum of one month), to carry out needs assessment and support the country to develop a WASH strategic plan of response. - Liaise and coordinate with WASH Senior officer in HQs on technical activities related to the operation. - Any other responsibilities/functions deemed necessary or as delegated by the Head of the Office/Chief of Section to meet the level of the services in the organization. Authority : - Enforce UNHCR¿s strategies and guidelines in the field of WASH - Provide guidance and recommendations on WASH programmes in the country and region. - Represent UNHCR¿s in WASH meetings as well as in technical monitoring of activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: * Advance University degree in Civil Engineering, Public Health Engineering, or Environmental Studies, Hydrology or Water Resources Development. * Minimum 10 years of progressively relevant professional working experience in WASH related activities. At least 3 years of this experience should be with an international humanitarian organization dealing with large scale emergencies or displaced/refugee situations and, should be directly relevant to the current position. * Ability to coordinate a range of diverse actors and activities to achieve a common objective in the area of WASH is essential. * Demonstrated experience in organising and conducting training activities and information campaigns in the WASH related issues. * Proven technical expertise in area of WASH assessment including surveys, programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and coordination is required. * Exposure to UNHCR mandate, its priorities and principles. * Knowledge and experience of working with local partner agencies with a capacity to provide formal and informal training. * Proficiency in basic computer software such as MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, water modelling software, GIS. * Excellent knowledge of English and French (written/ oral/ comprehension). DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES: * Experience and professional training in one of irrigation, site planning, or shelter with a good understanding of the main issues in the other two sectors. To this end, an advanced degree and additional training in one or more of the above sectors would be useful. * Applied knowledge in UNHCR programme management, project formulation, programme cycles and reporting standards. * Previous exposure to cluster approach, preferably both at the global policy level and at field level. * Expertise in planning, formulation, implementation, monitoring and reporting on humanitarian operations. * Working knowledge of another relevant UN language. * Proficiency in the languages spoken in the region How to apply: For application goes to the UNHCR website http://www.unhcr.org/pages/4dca99626.html "International Professional Staff Vacancies"

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Jobs at Habitat for Humanity International in Kenya

Job Title: Country director, Nairobi Closing Date: Friday, 01 June 2012 The National Director - Kenya will play a critical role in developing the capacity of the Habitat for Humanity – Kenya National Organization and the Board of Directors to fulfill the purposes of Habitat for Humanity in Kenya, as agreed in Memoranda of Understanding and in alignment with the Habitat for Humanity Covenant. The National Director will provide servant leadership to the national organization, its volunteers and staff, and its programs and partnerships. This key position will be responsible for recommending and setting policy to govern national and local operations, in consultation with the national Board of Directors and within the Habitat AME area policy guidelines. We're looking for passionate, high energy people with a strong desire to serve others, exceptional communication skills, and exhibit solid project and people management skills. Please express interest via our website: http://www.habitatjobs.org/JobDetail.asp?jid=49487 The role will be primarily focused on supporting the Habitat for Humanity - Kenya National Organization by: * Capitalizing on opportunities and overcoming obstacles to achieve program scale, stability, and sustainability growth goals in alignment with Habitat principles and AME core values. * Overseeing program planning, management, and evaluation through new affiliate development; innovative partnerships; and construction and appropriate technology quality control systems; evaluating, documenting and reporting program results. * Developing and guiding the vision and long-term goals of the national organization in collaboration with the Board and stakeholders. * Recruiting, developing, managing, and evaluating personnel to promote the purposes and achieve the goals of the organization, including staff, advisors, and volunteers. * Developing and deploying effective training programs and equitable human resource systems to invest in and retain people of quality, who are devoted to the mission, as the primary resource of the organization. * In consultation with the Board, ensuring the fiscal, legal and programmatic integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness of the organization, including management of fiscal planning and budgeting, internal controls and external audits, mortgage tracking and statistical documentation, and accurate and timely fiscal and narrative reporting both to the Area Office and other donors. * Ensuring program stability and the security of capital by securing governmental registration and approval and/or negotiating binding partnership agreements. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: * Minimum 7-10 years' international experience including 5 or more years effective management experience, preferably within the non-profit sector and within the Africa/Middle East region * Bachelor's Degree required; focus in International Development or similar fields an added bonus * Fluency (written and verbal) in English essential * Demonstrated solid financial management and accounting skills * Solid track-record of effective and exemplary servant leadership and general management; experience managing people, budgets and other resources a must * Excellent interpersonal, writing, and public speaking skills * Strong knowledge in resource development and fundraising strongly preferred * Solid understanding of housing microfinance and/or microfinance good practices required * Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel, databases, and Outlook * Candidates who are Kenyan Nationals will be given first priority for search Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFH Kenya) is a non-profit, non-governmental Christian housing organization dedicated to the elimination of poverty housing. HFH Kenya has been working in Kenya since 1982 and has since then helped over 5000 families organized in over 200 community groups to construct simple, decent and affordable houses through provision of the loan capital needed for housing construction. 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Kenya Forest Research Institute Jobs in Kenya

Job title:Enterprise Manager Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a state corporation undertaking research in forestry and natural resources. KEFRI is ISO.14001:2004 Environment Management System certified. Duties and Responsibilities * Develop plans, strategies and mechanism to meet enterprise objectives and achieve expected profits operational and business results. * Assess priorities and maintain targeted work plans, including the development and implementation of the business plans. * Keep abreast with local and international policy initiatives in order to identify unmet needs and development opportunities. * Maintain appropriate financial and other enterprise records and reports. * Ensure that all enterprise products, services and activities are responsive to clients needs and are provided in ways that meet legal, statutory and best practice requirements. * Be responsible for training and development, deployment of staff in the Enterprise Unit in liaison with relevant offices. * Commercialize KEFRI’s innovations, services and products. Qualifications The successful candidate should be in possession of the following: * At least a Masters degree in Enterprise Development or Business Administration – specialized in entrepreneurship or marketing or related disciplines. * At least five years experience in a successful enterprise in either Public or Private sector. * Exhibit high relationship skills. * Be innovative and be able to come up with business solutions. * Be capable of building and maintaining a team spirit. * Excellent communication skills. * Be computer literate. The appointment will be on a Contract of three (3) years renewable through mutual consent. A gratuity would be paid at 31% of the basic salary at the end of the Contract. Attractive salary will be offered to the successful candidates. Other benefits include; house, medical, commuter and leave allowances, Group Life Insurance and Group Personal Accident (GPA) Insurance cover. Applicants should enclose copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, current remuneration package, names and addresses of three(3) referees, one of which should be the current employer. Those working in Civil Service and Parastatals should forward their application through their Heads of Departments. Written applications should be sent to The Director KEFRI so as to reach not later than 8th May 2012.

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Jobs at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI)

Job Title: Principal Laboratory Technologist Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a state corporation undertaking research in forestry and natural resources. KEFRI is ISO.14001:2004 Environment Management System certified. KEFRI intends to recruit the following: Principal Laboratory Technologist Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for the coordination of all laboratories in KEFRI. * Coordinate and provide advice on purchase of equipment and budget for laboratories. * Coordinate revenue generation activities in laboratories. * Develop and manage a central data management system. * Ensure that the laboratories are compliant with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) 2007. * Ensure that the laboratories are compliant with EMCA 2009 (Water Quality and Waste Regulation 2007) and any other applicable laws and regulations. * Ensure implementation of ISO 14001:2004 procedures relevant to the laboratories. * Coordinate activities towards achievement and maintenance of international quality assurance and laboratory accreditations. Qualifications The candidate should be in possession of: * At least a Masters Degree in Laboratory Technology. * Five years experience in a plant related laboratory. * Computer literate The appointment will be on permanent and pensionable basis with an initial probation of six months. A gratuity would be paid at 31% of the basic salary at the end of the Contract. Attractive salary will be offered to the successful candidates. Other benefits include; house, medical, commuter and leave allowances, Group Life Insurance and Group Personal Accident (GPA) Insurance cover. Applicants should enclose copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, current remuneration package, names and addresses of three(3) referees, one of which should be the current employer. Those working in Civil Service and Parastatals should forward their application through their Heads of Departments. Written applications should be sent to The Director KEFRI so as to reach not later than 8th May 2012.

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Jobs at CIC Insurance Group Ltd in Kenya- Financial Advisors

Job Title: Financial Advisors 10 Positions Ref No: HRD- UTA-04/1/2012 Duties & Responsibilities * To sell Unit Trust Products * To create awareness and educate the public on Unit Trusts * Relationship management with current and potential investors * To collect and share market intelligence * To advice clients on financial matters Skills & Knowledge * Self-driven personality and focus on individual and team success * Good communication and people skills * Work experience in the financial services sector * At least two years experience in selling financial services products: selling Unit Trust Investment will also be an added advantage; * Computer proficiency in MS Office suite * Mature, confident & articulate * Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets Academic * Bachelors’ degree in Marketing, Insurance, Economics or Finance * A Diploma in Cooperatives management will be an added advantage How to Apply: If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself up to the challenge, please email your application and a copy of your CV clearly indicating on the subject of your email the job Reference Number as HRD-UTA-04/1/2012-: Mail to The Group Human Resources Manager CIC Insurance Group Ltd P.O Box 59485 - 00200, Nairobi Email to: recruitment@cic.co.ke

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