Jobs at KCB Bank in Kenya- Risk Analyst

Job Title: MARKET RISK ANALYST JOB REF: RISK 05/2012
The Position
Reporting to the Head, Market Risk, the position will support coordination of the Group’s market risk and asset and liability management. The position will also support the identification and evaluation of market and liquidity risks, development of market and liquidity risk policies provide support to the Business units in risk return analytics and maintenance of the Treasury Front Office and Market Risk System.
Key Responsibilities:
 Maintenance, development and customisation of market risk and asset and liability management policies, procedures and controls for the Bank and its subsidiaries
 Management of the daily monitoring and reporting of market and liquidity risk exposure against limits and reporting of breaches as per policy
 Supervision of the daily production and distribution of market risk reports to subsidiaries or Group as appropriate
 Overseeing the maintenance of the Treasury Front Office and market risk system across the Group
 Validation and maintenance of pricing and value at risk models for both current and new Treasury products as they are introduced including back testing
 Continuously improve the daily, monthly and quarterly market risk reporting including analysis and commentary as additional information becomes available with the implementation of the market risk system
 Production of risk versus return reports for the respective Treasury products to obtain optimal market risk portfolio, risk-transfer strategies which ensure compliance with the risk tolerance and maximise economic value
 Utilisation of statistical forecasting techniques to predict movements in market factors and use this information to develop meaningful scenarios and stress tests for scenario analysis and stress testing
 Development of criteria for allocating market risk-based economic capital to business and trading units
 Providing support and training the junior market risk analysts across the Group
 Profit & loss attribution analysis, provision reporting, price verification and liaison with Finance and Treasury on P&L reconciliation of reported results
 Support the MTM process by ensuring that the MTM sources are updated and reflective of market rates/prices
 Establish and maintain control framework to ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, BASEL requirements, Codes, and applicable external laws and regulations
 Contribute towards development of the Group’s strategic risk management capability and risk/return assessments and benchmarks
The Person
 A University degree from a recognized university in a relevant field, e.g. Statistics, Maths, Economics, Finance, Computer Science etc preferably with an MBA or other relevant postgraduate qualification
 Professional Banking qualification or equivalent; ACIB/AKIB, CFA, CPA
 5 years of wide ranging bank experience - 3 years management experience, in a market risk or Treasury unit of a bank
 Comprehensive understanding of Treasury products
 Some understanding and command of SQL programming language or prior experience with database management especially oracle or SQL Servers
 Good management skills including organizational, presentation & communication and problem solving skills
 Demonstrated high integrity and team spirit
 Possess excellent analytical skills, be open-minded and have the ability to identify alternative solutions
The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

How to Apply:
 If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by 13th July 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 13th July 2012

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Jobs at KCB Bank in Kenya- Corporate Relationship Manager

Job Title: CORPORATE RELATIONSHIP MANAGER, MORTGAGE MEDIUM CORPORATES JOB REF: MTG032012

The Position
Reporting to the Head, Medium Corporate Mortgage Business, this position will be responsible for the growth, profitability and relationship management of a designated corporate mortgage business whilst ensuring Implementation of an effective risk management framework
Key Responsibilities:
 To be the principal point of contact for the Bank’s relationship with a designated portfolio of corporate mortgage customers.
 Market for and develop new business for mortgage products.
 Grow Corporate Mortgage revenues while increasing approved facility utilization.
 Maintain a good loan book, ensure accounts out of order are reduced and downgrading/provisions are reduced.
 Delivery of excellent customer service through maintenance of high service standards.
 Ensure compliance to Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework.
 Ensure preparation and maintenance of appropriate reports.
The Person
 A holder of a degree from a recognized university in a business related area. Possession of an MBA or Masters degree or relevant professional qualifications in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
 Have at least 4 years management experience in Banking, 3 years of which must be covering:
 Mortgage/construction finance.
 Customer/corporate relationship management.
 Corporate/Mortgage Credit Analysis and lending.
 Should have strong leadership skills with demonstrated competences in championing customer focus, and in managing people in multi-cultural environments.
 Should have excellent high quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relations
 Should be innovative in identifying and harnessing new and existing opportunities to maximize business.
 Should also have a good understanding of risk, credit policies and procedures.
The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.


How to Apply:
 If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by 13th July 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Deadline: 13th July 2012

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Jobs at KCB Bank in Kenya- Relationship Manager

Job Title: CORPORATE RELATIONSHIP MANAGER, MORTGAGE LARGE CORPORATES JOB REF: MTG022012
The Position
Reporting to the Head, Large Corporate Mortgage Business, this position will be responsible for the growth, profitability and relationship management of a designated corporate mortgage business whilst ensuring implementation of an effective risk management framework


Key Responsibilities:
 To be the principal point of contact for the Bank’s relationship with a designated portfolio of corporate mortgage customers.
 Market for and develop new business for mortgage products.
 Grow Corporate Mortgage revenues while increasing approved facility utilization.
 Maintain a good loan book, ensure accounts out of order are reduced and downgrading/provisions are reduced.
 Delivery of excellent customer service through maintenance of high service standards.
 Ensure compliance to Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework.
 Ensure preparation and maintenance of appropriate reports.
The Person
 A holder of a degree from a recognized university in a business related area. Possession of an MBA or Masters degree or relevant professional qualifications in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
 Have at least 6 years management experience in Banking, 3 years of which must have covered:
o Mortgage/construction finance.
o Customer/corporate relationship management.
o Corporate/Mortgage Credit Analysis and lending.
 Should have strong leadership skills with demonstrated competences in championing customer focus, and in managing people in multi-cultural environments.
 Should have excellent high quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relations
 Should be innovative in identifying and harnessing new and existing opportunities to maximize business.
 Should have a good understanding of risk, credit policies and procedures.
The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.

How to Apply:
 If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by 13th July 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Deadline: 13th July 2012

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Internal Auditor Jobs at Karen Hospital in Kenya

Job Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR

    We are looking for dynamic, result oriented Internal Auditor, a team player with honesty and integrity, excellent communication skills to take up challenging positions in our organization.

    

    PURPOSE OF THE JOB


    The Internal Auditor is to ensure that the processes being carried by the organization are as per procedures and is aimed at improving the QMS. Internal audit can be organized for each dept.

    

    1. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    1.1 Develop the scope for operational, information technologies, financial and security 

          audit projects and select/develop appropriate audit steps necessary to promote

          effective audit coverage for the manager’s approval.

    

    1.2 Design or assist in the design of audit program routines using IDEA software to

          analyze computer systems databases and perform data mining and analysis to assess

          the effectiveness and efficiency of automated controls.

    

    1.3 Conduct management, information technologies, financial and security audit projects

          according to the yearly audit plans in all areas of the Corporation.

    
    
    2. JOB SPECIFICATIONS

    

    2.1      Educational Qualifications

    2.1.1       Have a Bachelors degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed

    2.1.2       Part III of the Certified Public Accountants of Kenya [CPA(K)] Examination or its approved equivalent qualification;

    2.1.3       Have served in the field of Audit for at least six (6) years in the Public or Private Sector;

    2.1.4       Be proficient in accounts based computer applications;

    
How to Apply:
All candidates suitably qualified should send their detailed CV and a covering letter, copies of certificates and testimonials together with a daytime telephone contact so as to reach the undersigned strictly via email to hrm@karenhospital.org . All relevant copies of certificates should be attached to the email.

All Applications must be received by close of business 15th July 2012.


Deadline: 15th July 2012

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Jobs at Karen Hospital in Kenya- Clinical Pharmacist

Job Title: CLINICAL PHARMACIST



    We are looking for dynamic, result oriented Clinical Pharmacist, who is a team player with honesty and integrity, excellent communication skills to take up challenging positions at The Karen Hospital. He must also possess the following desired competences academic qualifications and professional experience.

    

    1.0 Specific duties and activities

    1.1 Collaborate/advises physicians about the dosage regimen and possible drug  interaction. Also counsels the patient about the disease, adverse drug reactions and other clinical concern.

    1.2 Advising physicians on the inherent dangers of drugs and their eventual side effects as well as helping them in the prescription of correct doses. This advice promotes  improvement in drug usage / dosage and in the supervision of therapeutic procedures for best results.

    1.3 Coordinating the pharmacy technician ´s duties – who work in the preparation, labeling and delivery of various medications or supplies according to prescriptions –  and making sure that all dispensed drugs are recorded and delivered in accordance with local, state and federal laws or regulations.

    

    2.0 Qualifications & Experience

    2.1 Degree or a Doctor Pharmacy Degree

    2.2 At least two-years experience.

    2.3 Certifications in different areas of Pharmacy and an accredited residence program are  a plus.

    

    3.0 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Personal Characteristics

    3.1 Good communication abilities (both oral and written)

    3.2 Deep knowledge on drugs, medical procedures and therapies, diagnosis and disease states, and some pharmaco-kinetics.

    3.3 Skills in working with technical automated equipment and information systems are an added value

How to Apply:
All candidates suitably qualified should send their detailed CV and a covering letter, copies of certificates and testimonials together with a daytime telephone contact so as to reach the undersigned strictly via email to hrm@karenhospital.org . All relevant copies of certificates should be attached to the email.

All Applications must be received by close of business 15th July 2012.


Deadline: 15th July 2012

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Jobs at Safaricom Ltd in Kenya- Retail Manager

Job Title: AREA RETAIL MANAGER

RF: COM_ARM_JULY 2012


Reporting to the Senior Manager-Retail Operations, the job holder will be responsible for growing Safaricom Retail Business within the assigned area through sales & business process innovation that will lead to achievement of the area retail sales target as well as achieve the desired customer satisfaction levels. In addition, the job holder will oversee the effective day to day management of operations in the retail centres within the assigned area and provide leadership and guidance to the respective Retail Centre Managers.

Key Responsibilities:

    Generate ideas and follow up on their effective execution to ensure achievement of set area targets;
    Drive achievement of set area customer satisfaction target as measured in the CDI through process innovations and staff skill set development;
    Define and implement staff and shop performance indicators and follow up on their measurements;
    Identify and recognize high performance through the laid down processes and procedures;
    Mentor, coach and lead to ensure long term and sustainable high performance;
    Day to day management of staff issues that impact on performance;
    Cash and stock management of all assigned retail centers as per defined business processes.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

    Degree in a Business discipline and social sciences from a recognized university;
    6-8 years working experience of which 3 years has to be in Retail Store management in a commercial environment;
    Excellent knowledge of Safaricom products & services;
    Strong leadership skills and be able to analyze and diagnose retail issues;
    Ability to plan, monitor & forecast for resources in all the assigned retail centres, reconcile cash & stock and monitor stock movements;
    Ability to review customer purchasing trends and generate ideas for revenue generation to ensure achievement of set area sales targets;
    Good people management skills and be able to motivate your team to achieve set targets;
    Excellent communication skills with exception interpersonal and report writing skills;
    Highly innovative, creative with excellent analytical and decision making skills.

How to Apply:
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below. The deadline for application is Tuesday, 10th July ,2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to
hr@safaricom.co.ke



Deadline: 10th July 2012

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Jobs at Goal in Kenya- M&E Coordinator

Job Ref    RM&E
Job Title    Roving M&E - Assessments & community Accountability Coordinator
Job Type    Full-time
Location    Kenya with 70% travel to field locations
Salary    Not disclosed
Description
Job Location:          Nairobi (40% time) with 60% time spent roving in GOAL’s 11 country programmes
Reporting To:          M&E Advisor Dublin
Contract Length:     1 year (renewable based on performance)
Start Date:              15th July



General Description
GOAL is an international humanitarian agency established in 1977 and currently operational in 13 countries world-wide. GOAL has an annual budget of approximately €60m and is supported by a range of donors including the Irish Government, UK Government, USAID and the European Union.

Overview
This international role is part of the GOAL global M&E technical unit which provides advice and support across GOAL’s 11 country programmes. Each of GOAL’s country programmes has a fully dedicated M&E unit. This role will be working very closely with the M&E unit in each country as well as with other members of the international technical team.



General Objectives of the Position:
•    Quantitative Surveys: To provide technical advice and training to country programme teams so that they efficiently produce timely and high quality surveys and assessments. M&E teams in country will have increased knowledge on the application of standard GOAL survey approaches (including LQAS and the GOAL standard KAPB) particularly to meet the evidence requirements of the GOAL results framework 2012-16 including supporting the design and roll out of baseline, midline and endline surveys that will provide a valid basis for programme evaluations in the organisational strategic planning period 2012- 16 (in coordination with the Survey and Assessments Advisor UK and the M&E Advisor Dublin).
Approximate annual work time dedicated to this objective 50%.

•    Qualitative data collection: To increase the quality of qualitative data collection through training as well as through review/redesign of the tools used. In particular this will involve working in coordination with the MEL regional coordinator.
Approximate annual work time dedicated to this objective 20%.

•    Dissemination of findings and community accountability: To strengthen the dissemination of findings to communities (downward accountability) as well as to strengthen community accountability mechanisms (such as beneficiary complaints procedures).
Approximate annual work time dedicated to this objective 20%.

•    Emergency response: To directly organise and oversee assessments/ baseline surveys in the initial set up period of an emergency response and establish basic M&E and accountability systems from  the outset of an emergency.
Approximate work time dedicated to this objective 10%.


Key Responsibilities:
1.    Ensure that all GOAL survey plans are shared with the Survey and Assessments Advisor/ M&E HQ for technical review as well as the relevant member of the programme technical team (health, nutrition, livelihoods, HIV, children’s empowerment and protection).
2.    Ensure that all planned GOAL surveys are conducted and delivered on time.
3.    In conjunction with the Survey and Assessments Advisor UK  review methodology and sample size calculations prior to any new survey implementation by country programmes.
4.    In conjunction with the MEL regional coordinator review qualitative tools, design and roll out training on qualitative data collection.
5.    Submit a weekly report to relevant line manager (M&E Advisor HQ), which notes progress on survey completions and any outstanding reports which are being delayed.
6.    Document existing community accountability mechanisms as well as champion the introduction of additional mechanisms where gaps are identified.
7.    Be available to support needs assessments in select large scale onset emergencies.
8.    Become familiar with GOAL M&E framework and survey guidelines and provide remote technical support and advice to country programmes as required.
9.    On completion of contract prepare a short handover report on status of outstanding surveys.


Key Duties:
1.    Surveys Technical Advice & Training:
Work with and technically support the in-country M&E coordinators:
•    In designing the survey process, ensuring the participation of all programme sectors
•    On training the survey team and supervisors as to their specific responsibilities
•    On field testing of surveys
•    On organising / scheduling the survey team workplans
•    On establishing the data input procedure to minimise errors.
•    Support and follow up on the in-country ‘lessons learnt’ assessment following each survey, documenting key areas for improvement / amendment at the next survey, and ensure findings are used to improve the process of the next survey.
•    Training on the use of software for sampling design as well as for analysis after data collection
•    Building competencies in applying electronic survey technique using hand held data units
•    Assist the Survey & Assessment Advisor (UK) on the verification of survey written reports analysis and interpretation of findings.

2.    Qualitative data collection:
•    Review of qualitative data collection tools already in place (eg Causal Assessments)
•    Organise and carry out training for qualitative data collection (including, but not limited to, focus group discussions and key informant interviews) particularly to investigate the underlying causes of findings observed at the survey
•    Support the overall process of qualitative data collection among all programme sectors, advising, supporting and helping practically as and where necessary

3.    Dissemination of findings:
•    Review and redesign as necessary of dissemination processes/tools in-country
•    Review and follow up on the dissemination of summary survey findings in-country programmes with stakeholders such as the community, civil society partners, coordination bodies and HQ technical team
•    Facilitating sharing between country programmes on lessons learnt in quantitative surveying/qualitative data collection, including representation of GOAL at inter-NGO events if required.

4.    Community accountability mechanisms:
•    Research best practice on community accountability mechanisms both within GOAL and within the development sector and design a GOAL toolkit that enables best practice and adaptation to the local contexts
•    Support and advise country programme teams on strengthening community accountability mechanisms in new as well as existing programmes

5.    Emergency response team
•    Participate in GOAL’s emergency response team with overall responsibility for coordination of rapid needs assessments, establishment of baseline data collection in emergencies and establishment of community accountability mechanisms in the immediate response phase.


Requirements:
•    Batchelors Degree-level qualification in public health, nutrition, community development, child protection, livelihoods or a related field

•    Master’s degree including studies relating to research and statistical analysis

•    4+ years of managing and implementing research and surveys for INGO at a senior level. International experience is required.

•    2+ years of programme management experience for INGO/NGO
o    Experience specific to nutrition/ health surveying preferable

•    Extensive experience in statistical analysis and software use (descriptive statistics analysis required and ability in inferential statistics preferable also)
o    Experience in electronic surveying techniques preferable

•    Clear and fluent written and spoken English
o    Clear written and spoken French preferable


How to Apply:
http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid=FGTBAZCXB&site=Goal


Deadline: 20th July 2012

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Internal Auditor Jobs at Goal in Kenya

Job Title: Roving Internal Auditor / Donor Compliance Officer

Job Ref    RIA-2012
Job Title    Roving Internal Auditor / Donor Compliance Officer
Job Type    Full-time
Location    Kenya with 70% travel to field locations
Salary    Not disclosed
Description
Job Location:            Nairobi or Dublin (with 80% travel in the field)
Reporting To:            Roving Internal Auditor and Donor Compliance Manager
Date Required:          ASAP
Contract:                  12 months

General Description of Programme:
Stakeholders including trustees, employees, donors and the public expect those charged with governance of the charity to manage the significant risks the charity is facing and to put adequate controls in place to deal with such risks. These risks encompass risks related to charitable operations, as well as risks related to compliance with laws and regulations, and financial reporting.

Good governance, by its nature, demands effective systems of internal control and a charity's system of internal controls therefore has a key role in the management of risks that are significant to the fulfilment of its charitable objectives. A sound system of internal control contributes to safeguarding ALL stakeholders and the charities assets.

A charity’s objectives, its internal organisation and the environment in which it operates are continually evolving and, as a result, the risks it faces are continually changing. A sound system of internal control therefore depends on a thorough and regular evaluation of the nature and extent of the risks to which the company is exposed.

Since quality programs from which beneficiaries will benefit are, in part, the reward for successful risk-taking by charities; the purpose of internal control is to help manage and control risk appropriately, rather than to eliminate it.
The purpose of internal audit and donor compliance within GOAL is to work with senior management to continually review and develop sufficient systems of internal control in order to manage the respective risks that the charity faces thereby protecting all stakeholders.

General Description of the Role:
Reporting to the Roving Internal Auditor and Donor Compliance Manager, the Roving Internal Auditor/Donor Compliance Officer will be responsible for regular auditing of GOAL country programmes and operations to ensure compliance with GOAL and Donor rules and regulations. In particular, the audits will assess whether GOAL’s systems of internal controls are adequate and identify improvements where necessary across all departments including programmes, finance, logistics, HR and IT.

Key Duties
1.    Familiarise oneself with and adhere to the standard of GOAL procedures and policies in relation to Logistics, Finance, HR and Programmes as set out in the:
a.    Current HQ and in-country Logistics Manuals & Procurement & Authorization Levels Charts
b.    HQ Finance Manual & GOAL in-country finance procedures and polices
c.    GOAL HQ and in-country HR Manuals
d.    GOAL Grant Management Guidelines
e.    GOAL Dublin HQ proposal / interim / final report checklists

2.    Familiarise oneself with and ensure adherence to Donor rules and regulations in relation to Logistics, Finance, HR and Programmes as set out in grant agreements and through GOAL donor guidelines and training materials (as and when required based on assigned donors).
3.    Prepare, agree and coordinate periodic Internal Audit & Donor Compliance plans, to be reviewed and reassessed at least 6 monthly, in consultation with the Roving Internal Auditor, Donor Compliance Manager and in-country management.
4.    In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance, Roving Internal Auditor and Donor Compliance Manager, manage and undertake internal audits in field offices as described in the plan (with each field visited twice a year), with particular emphasis on; transaction testing, cash management, float transaction testing, procurement, asset management, stock keeping, vehicle operations, personnel management, beneficiary distributions and records, and general donor compliance.
5.    Ensure effective risk management in each country:
a.    Attend SMT / Risk Committee meetings in countries, during Internal Audit visits.
b.    Risk registers are regularly reviewed and updated in conjunction with the SMT / Risk Committees.
6.    Provide recommendations to in-country SMT, where necessary, on improvements to be made in internal controls and systems.
7.    Discuss findings of audit with in-country SMT in advance of finalising Audit Report and incorporate their comments.
8.    Produce audit reports for presentation to the Roving Internal Auditor, Donor Compliance Manager, Head of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance, Audit & Risk Committee and country SMT with an assessment of internal controls in the field, including policies & procedures, reporting, business planning & budgeting, self-assurance and risk management.  All findings and issues identified during the audits, with appropriate recommendation and actions, will be maintained in issues logs, to be followed through until all issues have been fully addressed.
9.    Management of in-country Internal Auditors / Donor Compliance Officers and their plans.

a.    Develop an IA / DCO plan for the year for the national IA / DCO function
b.    Review national IA / DCO reports and give feedback
c.    Where necessary, advise and train CD’s on Internal Audit / Donor Compliance

10.    Provide training, capacity building and support to GOAL staff to enhance their knowledge and understanding of GOAL and Donor finance, policies and procedures and ensure proper implementation and on-going use.
11.    Review the in-country quarterly Donor Compliance Checklists and ensure issues identified are documented on an issues log (along with any additional internal audit issues identified) as well as action required and any advice/suggestions on possible improvements. Any tasks overlapping with internal audit to simply be documented on compliance report rather than re-performed.
12.    The tasks referred to in point 12 above, and other systems/compliance checks should be performed in liaison with the national in-country Internal Audit / Donor Compliance Officers. These tasks include but are not limited to:
a.    Conducting checks of general ledger transactions to ensure compliance with GOAL and donor policies and procedures – typically high value purchase/tenders, flights, assets, eligible and ineligible costs, donor specific restricted items or prior approvals etc.
b.    Review journal adjustments to ensure that the audit trail is in line with GOAL Dublin guidelines and clearly understandable if tested during a donor audit.
c.    Review the Audit Control File and ensure the documentation for cost apportionment to Donors is properly filed for ease identification in an audit.
d.    Ensure the apportionment basis of shared costs is reasonable and supported by documentation (donor budgets etc.) and advise if there is any signs of unreasonable / unsupported allocation bases for FC’s amendments.
e.    Review the monthly Timesheet Tracking Sheet for all staff and test labour costs charged to donors to ensure they are adequately supported by time sheets (reconcile with leave, training etc.) and employment contracts and ensure the filing of the timesheets and contracts is with all the same years’ vouchers ready for HQ.
f.    Review donor files to ensure they are well maintained in accordance with GOAL Dublin Grant Management Guidelines; ensure all donor files have a final signed copy of contract, signed amendments etc.

13.    Ensure that all interim and final financial reports are filed with reconciled transaction listings which agree to the Trial Balance, DSR and at year-end the Financial Accounting Statements (FAS).
14.    Conduct any ad-hoc internal audit, compliance and financial investigation assignments as requested by the Head of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance and Audit & Risk Committee, Roving Internal Auditor or Donor Compliance Manager.
15.    Perform other audit / compliance oriented tasks as requested by Roving Internal Auditor or Donor Compliance Manager from time to time.

Requirements
•    At least 3 years post-qualification experience (being a member of a recognised professional institute eg ACA, ACCA, CIMA & CPA), preferably with at least 1 year within an audit function
•    Experience within other NGOs or in the development / humanitarian sector, with knowledge of donor rules and regulation, is preferred.
•    Excellent communication skills in English both verbally and in writing
•    Good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and experience in accounting packages.  Knowledge of SAGE would be an advantage.
•    Ability to learn new systems and IT software quickly and effectively
•    Organised and flexible, ability to respond to changing priorities
•    Ability to work independently with initiative
•    Attention to detail
•    Willingness to travel to field sites on a regular basis.  At least 80% of the job holders time will need to be spent on in-country audits, in a variety of different countries
•    Ability to work with people from operations, programmes and finance backgrounds in a multi-cultural environment


How to apply:
http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid=FGTBAZCXD&site=Goal

Deadline: 20 July 2012

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Jobs at GOAL in Kenya- Fleet Manager

Job Title: Global Fleet Manager

Job Ref    GFL-2012
Job Title    Global Fleet Manager
Job Type    Full-time
Location    Kenya with 70% travel to field locations
Salary    Not disclosed
Description
Reporting to:               HQ Logistics Manager
Job Location:               Dublin/Nairobi with frequent travel overseas
Start Date Required:        ASAP
Contract Length:            12 months



General Description of the Role
The primary function of the Global Fleet Manager is to review GOAL’s fleet management systems; considering potential for development, including software for support, best practice amongst peer organizations and to ensure implementation across all GOAL countries, taking into account country specific challenges and constraints.
After an initial period of system review in HQ, she/he will take up an active logistics field role.


Key Responsibilities:
1.    Policy Review – to assess GOAL’s current fleet manual and discuss with Logistics Management potential changes, taking into consideration:
•    Current industry norms and practices within humanitarian fleet management;
•    Security considerations and other field constraints;
•    Current compliance and limitations in the field.

2.    Specification and Standardisation - Review GOAL’s current fleet and spare parts standards - based on a comprehensive market analysis and current needs - taking into account field constraints e.g. security, poor road conditions, driver skills and other.

3.    Maintenance Program - Improve safety, increase life span and reduce life cycle cost of the GOAL fleet through designing and implementing a preventative maintenance plan for GOAL global and adopting this to the individual countries. Review for all GOAL countries any in house or external maintenance options.

4.    Training – Review and/or establish country specific training programs to ensure all fleet staff – including motorcycle riders - are properly trained in their respective duties - e.g. fleet management, driver training and basic maintenance - and that a continuous performance review process is in place.

5.    Insurance - Review GOAL’s fleet insurance policies and suggest required changes considering local and global insurance options.

6.    Rental - Advice on good management practices with regard to lease and rental of fleet, taking into account country specific challenges, e.g. safety considerations.

7.   Technical condition of fleet – Ensure the technical condition of all fleets are assessed on a continuous basis and assist countries to draft their fleet renewal plans.

8.    Undertake from time to time certain other tasks relating to GOAL activities as requested.


Requirements:
Essential:
•    A degree in Logistics, Engineering, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience;
•    Previous fleet management experience;
•    Excellent organisational and time management skills and a proven ability to work to targets alone;
•    Highly developed communications skills including professional written and verbal communications skills;
•    The ability to work as part of a team;
•    Computer skills including data entry and database management;
•    Ability and willingness to travel overseas

Desirable:
•    Previous fleet management experience within the humanitarian sector or other;
•    Degree or Proven experience with regard to fleet mechanics

How to Apply:

http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid=FGTBAZCXW&site=Goal

Deadline: 20th July 2012

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Jobs at UNDP in Kenya- Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator, Kenya
Closing Date: Wednesday, 11 July 2012

This post is open for Kenya Nationals only

UNDP Drylands Development Centre is looking for a Project Coordinator for the ECHO-funded Building Drought Resilient Dryland Communities in the Horn of Africa Project. S/he is expected to coordinate the implementation of various project activities to ensure quality and timeliness in delivery of outputs, in accordance with the project workplan and provide early warning advice on risks to project implementation and make recommendations for risk mitigation measures.

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and in close collaboration with other partners operating under the ECHO's 2012 Drought Risk Reduction Action Plan (DRRAP), the Project Coordinator is expected to:

    Prepare quarterly progress reports in correspondence with the logical framework;
    Liaise closely with DRRAP partners, including participation in regular Regional Learning Group meetings, to present progress and perspectives of the project's implementation and enhance coherence and complementary implementation among the DRRAP projects;
    Maintain positive and effective networks and working relationship with key government/inter-governmental bodies, international organizations , civil society organizations and other stakeholders working in the area of DRR in the HoA; and
    Facilitate knowledge sharing and support dissemination of project outputs/publications to target partners through various channels based on the project communication and visibility plan.

The Project Coordinator should have the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:

Education:
- Masters degree or equivalent in disaster management , environment, development or a related field.

Experience:
- Minimum 7 (seven) years of professional work experience in the field of disaster risk management , preferably drought, at least 5 years of which must be in project management, implementation, monitoring and reporting , donor liaison or related functions. - Experiences in both humanitarian and development projects would be an asset. Previous experience with the United Nations and/or other multilateral, bilateral organizations and international civil society development partners is highly desirable. Past experience with ECHO programme(s) will be an advantage.

Language:
- Excellent oral, written, presentation and communications skills in English.



How to apply:

Qualified and interested applicants are required to submit their online applications via Site by 11 July 2012. All online applications must include (as an attachment) a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and the completed Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc. Please attach your detailed CV and P11 form as one document.

More information on the position and the application procedure is available at http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=30192.



Deadline: 11th July 2012

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Jobs at Price Water House Coopers in Kenya- Senior Manager

Job Title: Senior Manager-IT Risk Assurance Services(RAS)

Senior Manager - IT Risk Assurance Services (RAS)

PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified professional to fill the position of Senior Manager in our Risk Assurance services within Assurance.

The job holder will be the key champion in business development and in particular interfacing with an extensive client base as well as lead in the delivery effort by developing the capacity of the existing and new managers, and also:

    Work across industries with emphasis in Government and Financial Services sectors
    Manage business resilience and client relationships

    Enhance structures, systems and processes within the team

The role requires the individual to have at least 3- 5 years’ experience in business development in the IT Risk Assurance space which includes IT quality assurance, IT strategy and security reviews and also in:

    ·         Project implementation, pre & post implementation reviews
    ·         ERP controls design and implementation
    ·         ERP implementation review, data and project assurance.
    ·         Project management; IT quality assurance, IT security and data analytics/migration reviews is an added advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career and work with corporate and public sector leaders in the market.



How to Apply:
To apply for this position, go online to our website www.pwc.com/ke/careers

 Closing Date: 31 July 2012

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Consultant Jobs at Price Water House Coopers in Kenya

Job Title: Consultant -People and Change

PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

We are seeking to strengthen our Advisory services by recruiting and training a highly motivated individual for the position of Consultant in our People and Change division.



The jobholder will be responsible for the management and delivery of reward management consultancy assignments and will play a critical role in business development. They will also be required to take responsibility for project management and economics.

The successful candidate will be a numerate, analytical individual with demonstrable experience in surveys and survey methodologies, general reward management, job evaluation, job profiling and pay structuring.



The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant demonstrable experience, consultancy experience will be an added advantage.



We are looking for a candidate who holds a university degree from a recognized institution. A post graduate or relevant professional qualification in the relevant field is preferred but not essential. The successful candidate will also be required to have the following demonstrable skills and competencies:

    Analytical and numerate skills coupled with attention to detail;
    Customer focused;
    Results driven and achievement orientated, with the ability to work under significant pressure;
    Excellent presentation and communication skills (written & oral);
    A team player with sound interpersonal skills;
    Self-motivated and managed;
    Project management skills; and
    High level of computer literacy.




How to Apply:
http://pwcac.easycruit.com/intranet/kenya/vacancy/791737?iso=gb


Closing date : 31 July 2012

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Jobs at Price Water House Coopers in Kenya- Administrator

Job Title: Administrator

PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

We are seeking to strengthen our support services by recruiting a highly motivated individual for the position of an Administrator.

The selected candidates will provide our client service teams with administrative and organisational support. Specifically, the key responsibilities of the Administrator will be to:



    Provide support in internal and external meetings which will involve organising meetings, taking minutes/ notes and follow-up actions
    Provide support in compiling and formatting of proposals, preparing presentations and carrying out background research
    Provide support in preparing reports and other documents which will involve collating of information and narrative for draft reports, editing and proofreading
    Ensure maximum utilisation of staff in the client service departments and assist in staff planning
    Maintain records and filing system for the business units and areas supported
    Prioritise and handle incoming correspondence, reports and inquiries
    Organise conferences, events and liaise with clients, staff and suppliers for various services
    Liaise with each engagement team to maintain a list of client portfolio and continuously update the status
    Assist in acquiring of permits and visa’s for the team and facilitation of tickets, accommodation and transfer arrangements.



The person

The successful candidate will be required to have the following skills and competencies

    At least a university degree level or equivalent qualification with 2-3 years of demonstrable administrative experience in a similar or busy environment
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Working knowledge in Microsoft office and information databases
    Ability to contribute to team success by having a positive attitude to work and working with integrity
    Working under pressure and with little supervision and hence the need to be self-driven and motivated


How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please log on at www.pwc.com/ke/careers for more details.



Closing Date; 31 August 2012

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Jobs at Aga Khan University Hospital in Kenya- House Officer

Job Title: Senior House Officer

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management and care of patients. S/he will also be expected to work with a team of medical staff to ensure optimal delivery of quality patient care.

The areas of specialization include Paediatrics, Accident & Emergency, ICU and Internal Medicine.

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) or equivalent with at least two years relevant experience and should be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists’ Board.

Preference will be given to candidates with ACLS, ATLS or PALS/EPLS training.

To Apply

If you are looking for growth and development, send your applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials to,

the Manager, Recruitment,
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi.
P. O. Box 30270- 00100,
NAIROBI

or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 16th July 2012 Applications by email are preferred.



Only short listed candidates will be contacted


Deadline: 16th July 2012

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Jobs at UAP in Kenya- Unit Manager

Job Title: Unit Manager

 UAP Life is a wholly owned subsidiary of UAP Holdings Limited and is licensed by the Insurance Regulatory Authority to transact long term insurance business in Kenya.

The Company is building a team of professional personal financial advisors to deliver innovative solutions to the market and is establishing the Kenyan operations as a centre of excellence for distribution of life assurance, savings and pensions products.

Aligned to this strategic journey, we are seeking to fill sales management roles in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret,Thika, Nyeri and Kisli.

If you are interested in joining us and believe you have what it takes to succeed in this role apply for this position.

Unit Manager

Reporting to the Sales Manager on a solid line basis and to the National Sales Manager on a dotted-line basis.

The Unit Manager is an independent contractor responsible for supervising the development and profitable operations of all personal financial advisors under his/her Unit.

He/she is responsible for achieving all production, persistency and agents’ manpower growth.

His primary objectives are to identify, select, recruit, motivate, direct, train, develop and manage the advisors under his\her jurisdiction.

He\she will work with the advisors in his\her Unit and will advise and help them in all areas of: Planning and goal setting, Motivation, sales direction and achievement.

He\she will achieve these by performing the following tasks:

    Build and maintain a sales force, according to the Unit’s manpower growth and development plan.
    Help advisors identify appropriate markets and marketing techniques.
    Ensure that advisors are professionally trained to sell and service the Company’s products and clients respectively.
    Assist advisors with setting, and reaching progressive, but accurate, sales and performance goals.
    Ensure that persistency of the Unit business meets the Company’s acceptable set standards.
    Support the sales teams by developing required value propositions and presenting the same to prospective clients.
    Conduct team performance appraisal/ competency assessment and development planning
    Motivate/ manage and guide the sales team to achieve sales and margin targets .  Help strengthen excellent reputation for service and quality within the targeted market sector.
    Support management in the development of long range and annual business plans

Job requirements:

Degree in a Business related field, COP qualified or progress in attaining relevant insurance or any other finance related qualification will be an added advantage with a minimum of 1 year experience in sales offinancial products.

Key Competencies:

The successful Candidates are expected to demonstrate high levels of the following key competencies

    Outstanding sales experience
    Demonstrated ability to build and grow successful sales team
    Leadership skills
    Advanced Computer Skills
    Excellent Presentation and Communication Skills
    Excellent Interpersonal Skills and ability to manage team dynamics to achieve corporate and personal results
    Demonstration of Maturity, Reliability, Integrity and Discretion
    Good grasp ofthe financial markets and emerging consumer needs



How to Apply:
If you are up to the challenge and meet the criteria set above, please send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@uapkenya.com with the Job title ¡n the subject line so as to reach us by 20th July 2012.


Deadline: 20th July 2012

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