Risk Manager Jobs at Commercial Bank of Africa Limited in Kenya

Job Title: Business Risk Manager

The bank has established a new business division to develop and operate an innovative banking service that shall offer products and services over electronic channels to a significant new market, whilst retaining the integrity of the CBA brand.This is role shall provide assurance to the integrity of the management processes within this division and protect the erosion of value generated from these processes. The function covers all risk categories; business, financial and operational risk.

Key Responsibilitie
The effective execution of the role’s responsibilities should enhance the CBA brand by delivering on the below key responsibilities;

    Quality leadership experienced throughout the department, which translates into a conducive work environment and employee satisfaction.
    Perform enterprise-wide risk assessments to determine the overall value at risk from the various management processes.
    Provides guidance on the development of risk management frameworks for each risk category along best practice to optimize the risk-reward payoff.
    Monitor and report compliance exceptions to internal policies and key business performance indicators.
    Apply significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service to your clients.
    Support the planning and execution of internal/external audit reviews and compliance assessments.

Qualifications, Knowledge and skills Requirements

    University Degree in Business, Quantitative or Technology related discipline – Uppers Second/GPA 3.0.
    At least 5 years’ experience with risk management in highly automated environments with at least 3 years in credit risk management.
    Advanced skills with analytical tools and MS Office automation products.

  
How to Apply:
Commercial Bank of Africa Limited, Mara and Ragati Roads, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30437-00100, Nairobi, Kenya

Deadline: 20th July 2012

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ICT Manager Jobs Vacancy at Commercial Bank of Africa Limited in Kenya

Job Title: ICT Manager

The bank has established a new business division to develop and operate an innovative banking service that shall offer products and services over electronic channels to a significant new market, whilst retaining the integrity of the CBA brand.This is a leadership role that is accountable for the design, deployment and management of technology resources; software, hardware and networks, as a service to internal and external customers. The role holder shall be responsible for the technology strategy, as a key enabler to the overall business strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The effective execution of the role’s responsibilities should enhance the CBA brand by delivering on the below key responsibilities;

    Quality leadership experienced throughout the department, which translates into a conducive work environment and employee satisfaction.
    Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to contribute to the development and execution of business strategy.
    Strategic and tactical planning of technical architecture and supporting ecosystem to deliver business strategy.
    Provides technical direction for the design, development and systems integration for client engagement from definition stage through implementation.
    Definition of best in class operating standards in agreement with 3rd party business partners.
    Define and enforce internal policies and procedures for the management of IT resources along ITIL and other best practice standards.
    Effective management of relationships and protocols with 3rd party business partners involved in service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    University Degree in Technology related discipline – Minimum Upper Second or GPA 3.0.
    Masters Level qualification in relevant business or technical field.
    At least 5 years’ experience with technology management in highly automated environments.
    Proficiency in project management.

How to Apply:
You can send your resume to jobs@cba.co.ke

Commercial Bank of Africa Limited, Mara and Ragati Roads, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30437-00100, Nairobi, Kenya.

Deadline: 20th July 2012

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Finance Assistant Jobs Vacancy at UHAI in Kenya

Job Title: Finance Assistant

UHAI- the East African Sexual Health and Rights Initiative is an indigenous activist fund which provides flexible, accessible resources to support civil society activism around issues of sexuality, health and human rights in the East African region (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi) with a specific focus on the rights of sexual and gender minorities. UHAI EASHRI aims to build a strong, diverse and organised movement for change through grant making, capacity support and convening. UHAI EASHRI is looking for a dynamic, result-oriented individual to take up the position of Finance Assistant.

FINANCE ASSISTANT

Under the overall supervision of the Finance and Administration Manager, the incumbent will, in summary, be expected to:

    Prepare payments ensuring proper audit trail;
    Manage receipts and petty cash;
    Post payments, receipts and journals into a computerised accounting system and prepare monthly bank reconciliations;
    Manage the fixed assets inventory;

Qualifications, Experience and Competences

    A Bachelors degree in an accounting related field or other accountancy professional training such as CPA or ACCA. Additional training in Information Technology (IT) would be an added advantage.
    Demonstrable experience in finance work of a similar nature will be an advantage.
    Ability to work independently and as a team player who demonstrates leadership and is able to support and train interns.
    Well developed written and oral communication skills. This includes effective negotiation and representation skills.
    Works with trustworthiness and integrity.
    Demonstrable knowledge of and commitment to human rights and social justice approaches to promoting sexual health and rights and demonstrable respect for diversity.
    Competent analytical and problem solving skills.
    Capacity to manage several tasks simultaneously, be flexible and be willing to assume a range of unanticipated assignments.
    Experience working on Linux based operating systems and Open Office software will be an
    advantage.
    Should have excellent written and spoken English. Proficiency in French and Kiswahili will be an added advantage.

Terms and Connditions
UHAI EASHRI will offer competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and ability. UHAI EASHRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any basis including ethnicity, physical ability, age, gender identity and sexual orientation.

The position is only open to East African nationals and residents.


How to Apply:
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter by email to vacancies@uhai-eashri.org with Finance Assistant Application as the subject line. Application deadline is July 27, 2012 and interviews will be held on August 1, 2012 in Nairobi. This is a re-advertisement and those who had already applied need not apply again.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Architect Jobs Vacancy at Kenya Airports Authority in Kenya

Job Title: Architect

at Kenya Airports Authority in Nairobi

Architect at Kenya Airports Authority in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

ARCHITECT

Job Purpose
To plan, design and implement airports’ facilities development / improvements to meet the strategic needs of the business

Main Responsibilities

    Perform architectural duties, using computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) and managing architectural projects from definition through completion of construction.
    Develop concepts and designs for buildings, interpretation of standards, coordinating and consulting with engineering specialties, and participating in design and site meetings.
    Monitoring project compliance by maintaining a variety of records, reports, plans, and files on work projects, and evaluating progress of engineering projects as set out in line with the Corporate Plan.
    Review field data, providing construction support services, and investigating existing site conditions by conducting periodic on-site observation of construction work, reviewing contractor submittals and requests for information, preparing specifications, working drawings, bid documents, and estimates and presentations of drawings and models.
    Review and evaluate designs prepared by other agencies or private contractors/consultants by ensuring adequacy, completeness, economy and compliance with design criteria, design standards, applicable codes, and maintainability.
    Assist in the interpretation of architectural and engineering design standards established by local jurisdictions by conducting codes and regulation research.
    To continuously undertake research on new technology and developments for airport facilities improvement.
    Ensures maintenance and improvement of KAA QMS

Qualifications

    Degree: Bachelor of Architecture from a recognized university
    Experience: At least 5 years post-university experience in a busy architectural office
    Registration: Must be registered with the Board of Registration of Architects & Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) or other internationally-recognized body
    Others: Knowledge of design/drafting software including ArchiCAD and AutoCAD is a must; knowledge and application of presentation software (Artlantis and/or Piranesi) would be an added advantage.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 25TH JULY 2012 to the address below quoting reference on the envelop ARCH-JULY – 2012

The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P. O Box 19001-00501
Nairobi

Please note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

“Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.”


Deadline: 25th July 2012

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Jobs at Kenya Airports Authority in Kenya- Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

at Kenya Airports Authority in Nairobi

Quantity Surveyor at Kenya Airports Authority in Kenya – Kenyan Careers and Vacancies

Job Purpose
Prepares preliminary estimates for procurement of goods and services and analyses costs for use in contractual claims analysis.

Responsibilities

    Measuring and taking out quantities from drawings to prepare Bills of Quantities
    Measuring of spot items to enable preparation of Bills of Quantities for rehabilitation/
    refurbishment works
    Preparation of Estimates for construction works
    Preparation of Tender and Contract Documents
    Measuring and preparation of Valuations/Payment Certificates for work done
    Preparation of Financial Appraisals for projects
    Attendance of Site Meetings
    Preparation of Final Accounts for projects completed
    Ensures maintenance and improvement of KAA QMS

Qualifications

    Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Building Economics)/Quantity Surveying
    Experience: At least 1 yr post-university experience
    Others: Knowledge of various forms of contract especially PPOA will be an added
    advantage

How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 25TH JULY 2012 to the address below quoting reference on the envelop QS-JULY – 2012

The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P. O Box 19001-00501
Nairobi

Please note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

“Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.”

Deadline: 25th July 2012

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Jobs at Privatization Commission in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Legal Affairs Manager

at Privatization Commission in Nairobi

LEGAL AFFAIRS MANAGER- JOB REF: PC/HRM/6/1/2012-13

The Privatization Commission is a State Corporation established under Section 3 of the Privatization Act, 2005 which is mandated to formulate, manage, and implement the privatization programme. As the Commission moves to the next phase of its work which will mainly involve implementation of approved transactions, it urgently requires the services of a Legal Affairs Manager as per the details below.

The Role
Reporting to the Executive Director/ CEO, key responsibilities will include:

    Provision of sound legal advice to the management and the Commission;
    Preparing and arranging all Commission meetings and those of its committees and producing minutes for dissemination to members;
    Providing legal advice to the Commission on privatization and other transactions;
    Ensuring compliance with all legal and statutory requirements;
    Undertaking research on various legal aspects and processes relating to the mandate of the Commission;
    Formulating guidelines required to be issued under the Privatization Act;
    Participating in contract negotiations;
    Assisting the Executive Director/ CEO in ensuring appropriate representation of the Commission in legal matters; and
    Undertaking any other tasks that may be assigned by the Commission from time to time.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
To qualify for the position, applicants must have the following:

    Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university and be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
    Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a busy legal environment;
    Outstanding integrity with commitment to the course of justice and public interest;
    Proven advocacy skills with ability to communicate clearly and confidently;
    Ability to work in a team, often under pressure; and initiative with little or no supervision;
    Proficiency in computers;
    Minimum of five years’ experience in legal/ company secretary department; and
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills.

A Master’s degree, experience in commercial transactions and Certified Public Secretaries qualifications will be an added advantage.


How to Apply:
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities in the above role, please submit your application with detailed CV, academic certificates, testimonials and day time telephone number by hand, courier, or post so as to reach the undersigned by close of business on 27th July 2012. Applications can also be sent by email to info@pc.go.ke. You can also log on to www.pc.go.ke for more details.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Privatization Commission is an equal opportunity Employer.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR /CEO
PRIVATIZATION COMMISSION
EXTELCOMS HOUSE, 11TH FLOOR
P.O Box 34542, GPO 00100
NAIROBI


Deadline:  27th July 2012

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Jobs at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation in Kenya- Radio Manager

Job Title: Radio Programmes Manager

at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation in Nairobi

Radio Programmes Manager at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is a State Corporation committed to excellence in broadcast services to our audience, customers and the public. Its aim is to inform, educate and entertain the public through Radio and Television Services. The Corporation wishes to fill the following vacant position with a result-oriented, dynamic and self-driven professional to achieve its corporate objectives;

RADIO PROGRAMMES MANAGER

Overall purpose for the Job:
Planning, development, directing and controlling strategies and processes for Radio Department in line with Radio market dynamics and KBC Corporate strategies, targets, obligations, regulations and approved procedures.

Key Responsibilities

    Setting departmental goals, policies, strategies, performance targets and work plans for the department in line with Corporate strategic plan, Board and management resolutions and other public interest, commercial and listener strategic considerations
    Interpreting and enforcing corporate goals and strategies within the department
    Principal accounting and advising officer on all Radio matters within the department and the organization
    Principal custodian of Radio airtime, content, talents, audio facilities and equipment
    Participates in budget preparation for radio station by estimating equipment needs, new technologies and evaluating current programs Daily Responsibilities
    Formulating and approving all Radio programs and Radio station strategic plans
    Evaluating and approving the duty allocation, rosters and delegation of the work plans for the Radio station
    Processing all approvals for departmental requests, applications, imprests, procurement and payments within the department and with other departments and stakeholders
    Channeling incoming and out-bound Radio services communication and tasks
    Vetting and approving Radio services concepts, proposals, pilots based on budget projections, value, relevance of idea, conformity to editorial policy, station style and availability of required resources
    Evaluating materials prior to broadcast for accuracy, quality and adherence to Corporation guidelines ensuring quality control of broadcast material
    Monitoring broadcast traffic and logging activities and make improvements when necessary to enhance programming format
    Scheduling local and national programs, promotional material and public service announcements
    Previewing and screening local, regional, national and international program sources for possible station use and participate in purchase of programs
    Analyzing the programming needs of the listening public and create program to serve needs
    Principal recruiting and deploying of Radio personnel in liaison with HR department
    Developing the skills and competencies of the Radio personnel in liaison with the HR department to be up to date with the new technologies

Qualifications

    At least a Bachelors Degree and a Diploma in Mass Communication with specialization in Radio production and any other relevant degree. A Master Degree in Mass Communication will be added advantage.
    3 years track record of Broadcast Media Management training.
    Minimum of 7 years work experience in Broadcast Media Management preferably Radio services in a recognized broadcast media organization.
    Conversant with contemporary and future trends and dynamics of broadcast media industry.



How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications stating their current remuneration and enclosing detailed CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, names of three referees, day time telephone contacts, so as to reach the undersigned on or before 27th July, 2012. Those who had applied earlier need not reapply.

The Managing Director
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
P.O. Box 30456 – 00100
Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Jobs at ACORD in Kenya- Conflict Manager

Job Title: Conflict Thematic Manager

Location: ACORD Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya with significant travel within Africa and internationally
ACORD is seeking a Conflict Programming Expert to coordinate and lead its overall Conflict Prevention and Peace Building programming. You should be strong in programme management, conflict mitigation, conflict resolution, peace building, policy and advocacy and a capable networker. This is a unique opportunity for a confident policy, advocacy and programme worker to get high-level exposure and experience in conflict prevention and peace building issues in Africa from grassroots level through to policy and advocacy work at national, regional and continental levels as well as being a member of a dynamic and multi-cultural team in a Pan African organisation with strong international links.
Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development (ACORD) is a Pan-African Organisation working for Social Justice and Development in Africa. Our response to the challenges of Africa is firmly based on a belief that people themselves are the agents of change and actors of their own development. People’s ability to take action on the causes of poverty is what will transform Africa’s future. This belief underpins ACORD’s practical work, its research methodologies and policy advocacy. ACORD works in partnership with local civil society and communities and in alliance with other organizations in Africa and the rest of the world. In particular, we support the development of Pan-African citizen’s advocacy. Strengthening of African civil society, citizens’ movements and governance is a cross-cutting theme in all ACORD’s work. ACORD participates in several relevant conflict advocacy and policy processes at regional and international levels such as Fragile and Conflict Affected States, International Dialogue on Peacebuilding and Statebuilding and the International Conference of the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) Conferences and Summits. As part of post Busan process, ACORD will be engaged in country level implementation of the New Deal, to accelerate support for State-Society Relations and effective Peacebulding and Statebuilding.
Conflict Prevention and Peace Building is one of ACORD’s core areas of expertise and the organisation has developed award winningi methodologies for community level peace. As defined in its global strategic plan 2011-2015 we aim to: “facilitate an enabling environment where marginalised communities become effective agents of peace-building and conflict transformation, to contribute to inclusive stability and development in the continent.”
Pillars in ACORD’s conflict prevention and peace building work is capacity building of civil society and awareness raising at the grassroots, to promote a shared vision of justice, fair system for resolving disputes and commitment to oppose misuse of power. In this, emphasis will be given to participation by marginalised women and young people. In strategic alliance with others we will also engage in dialogue at higher levels, sharing experiences and best practices.
Defending rights.
Promoting justice.

In its Pan Africa Programme, ACORD has defined as one of its priority objectives to support the rural poor, in particular women, to have equitable access to and control of natural resources essential for their livelihoods and employment ensuring the protection of natural resources critical to peace and development in Africa. ACORD will work towards ensuring that “communities previously in tension or active conflict over land or water resources are in dialogue processes with reduced tensions”. This will be done through activities such as promoting regional initiatives to address cross border tensions over access to land and water and the piloting of the Community Social Peace Model to non-political conflicts such as natural resources management and land disputes.
Currently, ACORD is in the process of launching a new Dutch government funded programme entitled ‘Pan Africa Programme for Community Peace Recovery and Reconciliation (CPRR). This is a 4 year Programme (July 2012-July 2016) covering 7 countries in sub Saharan Africa. The overall goal of this programme is to “facilitate an enabling environment where marginalised communities become effective agents of conflict prevention and peace building, to support inclusive stability and development on the continent, ultimately contributing to the achievement of MDG1 and the restoration of peace and security in Africa”. This programme will contribute to:
- Increased community consciousness and observance of citizenship demonstrated in social cohesion and co-existence in 7 target countries emerging from conflict
- Community level peace solidified and peace dividends obtained through jointly executed peace projects
- Innovative models of conflict prevention adopted by governments, institutions and partners involved in conflict prevention and response where there is prevailing (or risk of) conflict
The Conflict Thematic Manager is based in the ACORD head office, managing ACORD’s overall peace building and conflict transformation work, reporting directly to the Head of Policy and Advocacy. The conflict thematic manager will also support mainstreaming of conflict sensitivity into all ACORD’s work and cross-thematic linkages to livelihoods, gender justice and HIV and AIDS thematic – in line with ACORD core value that as an organisation that “we will contribute to the prevention and resolution of conflicts affecting the communities with which we work, aware that social justice and equality are the basis of meaningful peace”.
The Conflict Thematic Manager will be a member in ACORD’s Pan Africa programming team, collaborating closely with the other thematic leads in livelihoods, HIV/AIDS and gender justice. The Conflict Thematic Manager will also work closely with the Conflict leads and focal points in ACORD’s 18 country offices across the continent as well as other colleagues at Secretariat level and in partner organisations at the regional and Pan African levels.
A vacancy exists in ACORD for this position. If you are interested to work with us,

Description.
JOB SUMMARY
1. To coordinate the development and implementation of the conflict thematic programmes in line with the overall ACORD Strategic Plan, the Pan-African programme, Conflict thematic strategies and Programming guidelines
2. To provide technical and methodological support to ACORD’s country and area programmes across Africa in relation to peace building and conflict transformation work
3. To actively contribute to define strategies advancing peace building and conflict transformation work at regional and Pan-African levels through research, partnership, alliance building and advocacy initiatives.
4. To provide leadership in cross-learning and knowledge generation for thematic alignment in relation to ACORD’s peace building strategic priorities across the organisation.
Competencies and skills requirements
• Masters in Social Sciences or Sustainable Development, Conflict prevention and Peace building or similar field
• Five (5) years working experience in conflict work with an International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) at Management level and very good understanding of conflict and peace building issues at the level of Policy influence in the Pan-Africa scene
• Strong experience in strategic planning, policy formulation, lobbying and media work
• Strong experience in conflict programme management, coordination and oversight
• Experience in popular mobilisation and policy advocacy at international level, alliance and partnership building
• Bilingual: English-French spoken and written
• Excellent Communication (written and oral) and Public Relations skills
• Highly conversant with Civil Society and Social Movement approaches on conflict prevention and peace building work at Pan-African level
• Good organisational, research, negotiation and analytical capabilities

REMUNERATION: A competitive international package


How to Apply:
To apply, please complete an application form available at www.acordinternational.org and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box. A detailed Job Description is also available on the website.
Closing Date: 27th July 2012
i In 2007 ACORD got the Changemakers Entrepreneuring Peace award for the outstanding innovation, impact and sustainability of its Promoting Peaceful Coexistence Through Community Social Contracts in Burundi and the Great Lakes Region.

Deadline: 27th July 2012

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Jobs at ACORD in Kenya- Gender Manager

Job Title: Gender Thematic Manger
Location: ACORD Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya with significant travel within Africa and internationally
ACORD is seeking a Gender Programming Expert to coordinate and lead its overall gender and Pan Africa women’s rights programming. You should be strong in programme management, policy and advocacy work and a capable networker. This is a unique opportunity for a confident policy, advocacy and programme worker to get high-level exposure and experience in gender issues in Africa from grassroots level through to policy advocacy, being a member of a dynamic and multi-cultural team in a Pan African organisation with strong international links.
Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development (ACORD) is a Pan-African Organisation working for Social Justice and Development in Africa. Our response to the challenges of Africa is firmly based on a belief that people themselves are the agents of change and actors of their own development. People’s ability to take action on the causes of poverty is what will transform Africa’s future. This belief underpins ACORD’s practical work, its research methodologies and policy advocacy. ACORD works in partnership with local civil society and communities and in alliance with other organizations in Africa and the rest of the world. In particular, we support the development of Pan-African citizen’s advocacy. Strengthening of African civil society, citizens’ movements and governance is a cross-cutting theme in all ACORD’s work. ACORD is registered as a UK charity and maintains a split Secretariat between Nairobi and London. ACORD is accredited to the United Nations – Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC) and participates in the annual Commission on the Status of Women processes in New York and other relevant gender advocacy processes at international level.
Gender and women’s rights is one of ACORD’s core areas of expertise. As defined in its global strategic plan 2011-2015 we aim to: Build knowledge on positive gender relations and effective ways of addressing gender inequalities with a view to improving women’s status, development and influence.
More specifically, in the period 2012-2015, ACORD is implementing a Pan African women’s rights programme covering ten focus countries with funding from the Dutch government. This programme will contribute to:
-alleviate harmful cultural practices deterring women’s land ownership, access to economic assets and resulting in sexual violence practices
- Increase civil society (particularly women) participation in implementation of gender responsive land, agricultural development, women’s protection and reparations programmes, policies and services at national and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) level
- Institute mechanisms and services for women’s access to justice for land and sexual rights violations instituted.
The Gender Thematic Manager will also be supporting mainstreaming of gender in other areas of ACORD’s work and the strengthening of gender capacities across the organisation.
Defending rights.
Promoting justice.
www.acordinternational.org

The Gender Thematic Manager is based in the ACORD head office, managing ACORD’s overall gender work, reporting directly to the Head of Policy and Advocacy.
The Gender Thematic Manager will be a member in ACORD’s Pan Africa programming team, collaborating closely with the other thematic leads in livelihoods, HIV/AIDS and peace building. The Gender Thematic Manager will also work closely with the Gender leads and focal points in ACORD’s 18 country offices across the continent as well as other colleagues at Secretariat level and in partner organisations at Pan African level.
A vacancy exists in ACORD for this position. If you are interested to work with us, please visit our website www.acordinternational.org for a detailed Job Description.


JOB SUMMARY
1. To coordinate the development and implementation of the gender thematic programmes in line with the overall ACORD Strategic Plan, the Pan-African programme, Gender thematic strategies and Programming guidelines
2. To provide technical and methodological support to ACORD’s country and area programmes across Africa in relation to gender work
3. To actively contribute to define strategies advancing gender work at Pan-African level through research, partnership, alliance building and advocacy initiatives.
4. To provide leadership in cross-learning and knowledge generation for thematic alignment in relation to ACORD’s gender strategic priorities across the organisation.
Competencies and skills requirements
• Masters in Social Sciences or Sustainable Development, Gender or similar field
• Five (5) years working experience in gender work with an International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) at Management level and very good understanding of gender issues at the level of Policy influence in the Pan-Africa scene
• Strong experience in strategic planning, policy formulation, lobbying and media work
• Strong experience in gender programme management, coordination and oversight
• Experience in popular mobilisation and policy advocacy at international level, alliance and partnership building
• Bilingual: English-French spoken and written is an essential requirement for the position
• Excellent Communication (written and oral) and Public Relations skills
• Highly conversant with Civil Society/Social Movement approaches on gender work (Pan-African level
• Good organisational, research, negotiation and analytical capabilities
REMUNERATION: A competitive international package


How to Apply:
To apply, please complete an application form available at www.acordinternational.org and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box. A detailed Job Description is also available on the website.

Closing Date: 27th July 2012

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Gauff Consulting Engineers Jobs Vacancies in Kenya

Job Title:  Highway Engineer - Design

    BSc/MSc Civil Engineering
    Registered in East and/or Southern Africa
    Minimum of 10 years’ experience in road Design, with a minimum of 5 years in sub-Saharan Africa


 Highway Engineer - Resident Engineer

    BSc/MSc Civil Engineering
    Registered in East and/or Southern Africa
    Minimum of 10 years’ experience as Resident Engineer in road projects with a minimum of 5 years in sub-Saharan Africa


How to Apply:
Applications together with CV, current residency, telephone contact and email address should be received in electronic form only at the address below latest on 31.07.12.

Only applicants with the required minimum years of experience will be considered.

Email: jbgeastafrica@gauff.com


Deadline: 31st July 2012

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National AIDS Control Council Jobs in Kenya- Legal Officer

Job Title: Legal Officer

Purpose: To provide legal counsel to ensure appropriate interpretation of NACC legal safeguards and rights
at all times, and to provide advice to ensure appropriate risk management for Council and Secretariat, and to
provide counsel on legislative and legal aspects that impact on the national response.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

The Legal Officer will report to the Head of Legal Services.

Key Tasks:

    Giving legal advice to the Board/Council and the secretariat;
    Drawing or reviewing contracts, agreements, MOU, leases and other legal documents;
    Reviewing tender documents for legal conformity.
    Monitoring contractual & statutory compliance;
    Maintaining safe custody of contracts and legal documents;
    Hotline Operation and carrying out resultant as well as other investigations;
    Follow up with the EACC, CID and other law enforcement agencies as appropriate;
    Take legal action to protect the interests of the Council in pursuance of its mandate;
    Liaising with external Law Firms on relevant litigation;
    Providing legal counsel on legal and legislative issues impacting on the national response;
    Support NACC in identifying legal and legislative issues in policy development support;
    Assist communication and advocacy on legal aspects associated with HIV and AIDS;
    Support to partners engaged in the appropriate legal aspects of the national response;
    Raising awareness on legal and Human Right issues in HIV and AIDS among target groups;
    Providing legal counsel within NACC;

Academic Qualifications:

    Possess an LLB degree from a recognized institution;
    Having a master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Competencies/Experience:

    Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
    Have five (5) years experience in litigation and conveyance in the public sector or a large and reputable private sector;
    Have proven interpersonal skills, management, leadership qualities, oral, written and computer skills


How to Apply:
If you fulfill the above requirements, you are invited to apply by submitting an application together with an up to date CV, copies of certificates, testimonials and names and contacts of three referees by Friday, July 26, 2012 to the address provided below.

All applicants must indicate their current and expected salary and
benefits.

Director,
National AIDS Control Council,
P. O. Box 61307, 00200
Nairobi

NACC is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified persons living with Disabilities and qualified people living with HIV are particularly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted


Deadline: 26th July 2012

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Jobs at National AIDS Control Council in Kenya- Internal Audit Head

Job Title: Head, Internal Audit

The National AIDS Control Council (NACC) is a State Corporation mandated to provide a strategic framework to coordinate stakeholders in the implementation of the national multi-sectoral response to HIV and AIDS in Kenya.

In order to strengthen capacity to accomplish its mandate, NACC is seeking to recruit a suitable and motivated individual to fill the following key positions.

1. Head, Internal Audit

The position holder will be responsible functionally to the Council Audit Committee and administratively to the Director for developing and implementing a comprehensive prevention programme through independent, systematic and objective audit reviews and programmatic evaluations of business policies, systems, processes and practices.

This involves inter alia continuously assessing the effectiveness of internal controls and degree of compliance as well as identifying organizational risk factors.

Broad Key Accountabilities

    Develop, implement and evaluate internal control framework related to risks.
    Determine the adequacy of internal controls
    Examine and inspect activity records, accounting systems and procedures.
    Monitor and review procurement policy and staff recruitment procedures.
    Coordinate and interact with the Council Audit Committee and external auditors.
    Evaluate progress and status of steps taken to address any current and past audits.
    Review and evaluate the progress made in achieving institutional specific objectives.
    Liaise and work closely with relevant law enforcement agencies, commissions and professional organizations.
    Prepare and submit oral and written reports of findings concerning scope of audit, financial conditions found, source and application of funds, and make recommendations for the improvement of operations.

Qualification and Experience

    Master’s degree in relevant discipline
    Bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, economics or equivalent qualifications
    Full professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, ACA and membership to a relevant professional body.
    Minimum seven (7) years relevant professional experience in the areas of accounting and audit gained from an organization with strong internal control frameworks

Key Competencies

i) The candidate must have demonstrated thorough knowledge of;

    approved principles, procedures, and practices involving accounting and financial record keeping including government policy and accounting procedures
    audit procedures, including planning, audit techniques, testing and sampling methods and tools used in conducting audits
    fundamentals of internal control systems and the ability to properly execute audits designed to test these controls
    potential ability to improve the NACC operational policies and procedures, business processes, audit objectives, key management strategies

ii) Exhibit proficiency in a wide array of computer solutions appropriate to audit and accounting.

iii) Have excellent communication and demonstration skills

iv) Ability to work independently without supervision and to maintain highest integrity and confidentiality of audit information

How to Apply:
If you fulfill the above requirements, you are invited to apply by submitting an application together with an up to date CV, copies of certificates, testimonials and names and contacts of three referees by Friday, July 26, 2012 to the address provided below.

All applicants must indicate their current and expected salary and
benefits.

Director,
National AIDS Control Council,
P. O. Box 61307, 00200
Nairobi

NACC is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified persons living with Disabilities and qualified people living with HIV are particularly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted


Deadline: 26th July 2012

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