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Jun 30, 2012

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
The ICRC’s Somalia Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Somalia.
 The Water & Habitat Unit carries out various projects in Somalia which include construction and rehabilitation of various structures such as water tanks, health structures, hospitals, in addition to water projects such as boreholes, wells rehabilitation and rain water catchment’s structures.
In the frame of its activities, the Somali Delegation in Nairobi is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Somali National or origin to fill the Water and Habitat (Civil Engineer) position(s), based in Somalia (various locations).
 Carry out assessment and diagnostics of buildings (hospitals, health structures, etc.);Write bill of quantities (BoQ) for rehabilitation or constructions works;Produce basic technical drawings for civil works;Supervise rehabilitation and construction works independently;Implement contracts for ICRC projects and deal directly with contractors on the ground;Supervise civil works related to water projects (elevated tanks, animal troughs, etc.);Organize for and provide technical training and support to ICRC staff.Degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field of work;Minimum of 2 years experience in implementing and supervising construction projects;Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, any other interactive software);Ability to read and produce technical drawings (Good command of AutoCAD is an asset);Excellent command of English and Somali languages.Experience in humanitarian work;Flexibility and willingness to be based in various regions and travel inside Somalia, and ability to work in hardship areas;Good report writing and administrative skills, ability to supervise and train staff;Experience in supervising construction teams on site;Ability to design simple structures, such as small buildings, concrete slabs, etc.;Knowledge or experience in water projects is an asset.Interested persons (of Somali Nationality or origin), with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the address or e-mail below, on or before 20th July 2012.  Please include: Copies of ID papers, detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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Sales Manager VSAT ? East Africa KenyaOpportunityOur client sells super fast satellite broadband services. In 2010 they launched its first GBP100M satellite and in Q2 2012 will launch they`re second with a third and fourth scheduled. This enterprise is bucking the economic trend: it`s successfully growing its business and investing in its future.The RolePreferably based in Kenya you will:- Carry and achieve a significant personal sales target;- Sell wholesale data communications and VSAT service communications services to telecoms companies, ISPs and service providers;- Source, research and recruit channel partners - Train, lead and work closely with channel partners to maximise revenue - Wo

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The Performance Material Division of the DOW Chemical Company has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a

Technical Service Engineer

Based in Nairobi, Kenya, focusing on Thermoset products qualification and innovation at customers.

The Dow Performance Materials division is composed of several business units offering high quality solvents, fluids, chemical intermediates and building blocks. The DOW Performance Materials division is a leading global supplier of Polyurethane and Epoxy components. The division is now looking to strengthen its position within the East Africa region.
Part of a growing regional team, the Technical Service Engineer will work closely with the local sales team, the EMEA Technical Service group and the R&D teams to enable growth in the region with primary focus on the Polyurethane and Epoxy product portfolios in the following applications : Flexible and Rigid Foams, Adhesive and Sealants, Composites, Civil Engineering/Flooring.

Curious and enthusiastic, the Technical Service Engineer is part of the account team, she/he is the technical interface between the group and the customers. She/he is developing strong technical relationships with the customers to promote and qualify the DOW products, but also to explore opportunities to grow together by understanding their unmet needs. Interacting regularly with R&D, she/he is working with the marketing and commercial team for strategy and commercialization implementation. She/he will work in a dynamic and multi-disciplinary environment in a strategic region for the DOW Chemical Company.

This position requires a minimum of 50% of the time travelling to customers in the East Africa region.

Critical responsibilities include:
• Working safely and ethically in all circumstances. Be an ambassador of DOW highest ethical, quality and safety standards. Drive toward ZERO safety incidents.
• By understanding customer applications, being able to promote and qualify best available DOW components to ensure growth at existing accounts and new potential customers.
• Thanks to a deep understanding of chemistry and product performances, provide support to existing accounts to ensure optimal results and flawless process.
• Technically strong in the area of formulations and applications, the Technical Service Engineer will introduce Dow’s technical offering, support implementation at customers, identify growing technical trends/customer needs and execute projects with customers.
• Working as a team with Dow sales and marketing, being able to provide market inputs on new/developing application requirements necessary for success.
• Translating customer needs into key structure/property and mechanism knowledge for improved material development .
• Collaborating across functions/groups as needed to drive project success.
• Internal and external communication of technology and project results.
• Securing intellectual property on key technologies and compositions.
• Working externally to advance Dow's reputation as a leading science and technology company in the thermoset market.

Qualifications:
• This position strongly prefers a Bachelor of Sciences with Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science/Engineering majors, or in similar related fields.
• At least 3 years of prior industrial experience in Polyurethane and/or Epoxy Applications preferably flexible or rigid foams, adhesive and sealants, composites, civil engineering/flooring.
• Experiences in conducting customer trials and understanding application processes is a plus.
• Flexible and able to work independently.
• Curious, scientifically minded so to be able to unveil across businesses opportunities.
• Strong business acumen and basic finance understanding.
• Ability to work in multifunctional team and to collaborate for superior results.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to generate values for both Dow and the customers.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English and at least one other East Africa Languages.
• The job will require min 50% travel.

Dow offers not only a job but the chance to develop a career, in combination with a highly competitive compensation & benefits package. If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding opportunity, working in a modern global company we are looking forward to your application

How to apply
Step 1: Visit www.dow.com
Step 2: Click on Careers
Step 3: Click on View and Apply for Jobs
Step 4: Click on Middle East & Africa
Step 5: Choose job requisition number 1205734


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My IT Provider is a software company in Kenya that specializes in mobile and web application development as well as enterprise software solutions.

We seek to recruit a web and mobile developer

Duties and responsibilities

? Building and maintaining of complex PHP applications
? Designing and develop relational MySQL databases
? Maintaining, editing, documenting and debugging source code
? Maintaining online databases
? Developing mobile applications for Java devices
? Documentation of software requirements and modeling system flow

Requirements

? Degree or diploma in IT,Software engineering, Computer Science or relevant field
? Experience designing and developing MySQL databases
? At least 1 year experience developing PHP and MySQL applications
? Working knowlegde of J2ME
? Experience of the full SDLC
? Knowledge of PHP frameworks-Yii (Added advantage)
? Ability to multi-task more than one software project
? Front-end development with AJAX, JQuery (Added advantage)
? Good inter-personal relations
? Attention to detail and analytical skills

To submit application, send email with cover letter and updated CV .
Your application should include your current salary(where applicable) and expected salary


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Handicap International is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.

JOB CONTEXT: The position is based in Nairobi, but the program is covering two countries (Kenya & Somalia) and the operational coordinator will have to travel to the 4 main sites on a regular basis (Nairobi, Kitale, Garissa/Dadaab, Hargeisa).

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Operational coordinator is working under the supervision of the Program Director (PD) and is directly managing the 4 site coordinators. The position is cross-cutting, guiding the program on operational strategy, quality of actions, capacity building of the teams and monitoring and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities: • Participate to the development of the operational strategy of the program and its mid term reviews • Develop and write new projects in respect of the operational strategy in collaboration with the technical unit and under the supervision of the program director • Participate to the fundraising strategy of the program • Supervise and guide the implementation of the monitoring and evaluation strategy developed by headquarter • Animate quarterly monitoring and evaluation meeting of all projects, in collaboration with the technical coordinators and support services • Strengthen project cycle management skills for senior staff • Develop in coordination with the PD a culture of networking; participate to national and international – related meetings / clusters / etc • Pilot the capitalisation activities. • Work in close collaboration with the technical unit and guarantee the regular involvement of the project - related technical referents from headquarters • Guarantee the respect of donor’s reporting deadlines and support the staff in the report writing • Participate to the recruitment of human resources needed for the implementation of the projects

CANDIDATE PROFILE: Mandatory: University degree in Project Management or equivalent At least 3 years experience in project or program coordination in a development context Experience of project monitoring and evaluation Proposal writing & reporting experience Excellent communication skills

Complementary: Social, public health or paramedical studies Emergency project management Good financial management knowledge

REQUIRED LANGUAGE SKILLS: English (written and spoken) French would also be an advantage


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Globeflight is an international Courier and Logistics company looking for suitable candidates to fill in the position of a sales executive.
 Meet individual sales targets as set.Responsible for customer accountsco-ordinate sales action plans for individual sales peoplelisten to customer requirements and present appropriately to make a sale;maintain and develop relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails;cold calls to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business;respond to incoming email and phone enquiries;act as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets;negotiate the terms of an agreement and closing sales;gather market and customer information;review your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets;A degree in business from a recognized institution or at least 2 years sales experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates and curriculum vitae by 7th July 2012 to
HR Manager
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Required : Outlet Manager for all Day Dinning and Room Service,Bar,Pub and Pool Side

Duties:
In order to be considered for the role you need to have a,
•Diploma or degree in hotel management and have a total of 5 years experience on Food & Beverage where 3 years of it will be in a management role in a high quality restaurant or an all-day dining restaurant in a 5* hotel
•It is also essential that you have strong administration and management skills,
•Have the ability to upsell and train colleagues, very hands on and supportive in achieving the common team goals.
•You must be well versed in financial aspects and knowledgeable in Micros Point of Sale system.
•Fluency in second language other than English is desirable.


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Job Category: Legal & Corporate Affairs
Location: Nairobi, KE
Job ID: 798721-84215
Division: Legal & Corporate Affairs

Microsoft is recruiting a senior professional to manage corporate affairs work in East Africa.
While the primary focus will be on East Africa, the professional will also coordinate corporate affairs assignments and strategic initiatives across the Southern Africa region, as determined by the regional leadership and strategy.

The successful candidate will have at least eight years relevant experience in the areas of public policy, and government affairs. A combination of public and private sector work experience would be preferable. Fluency (written and spoken) in English is required.

The successful candidate will join Microsoft’s Middle East and Africa (MEA) Legal and Corporate Affairs (LCA) team that includes corporate and government affairs professionals, attorneys, investigators and administrators. The MEA region includes 75 nations. It is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey.

Position Profile

Position: Corporate Affairs Manager, East and Southern Africa
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reporting to: Director of Legal & Corporate Affairs - West, East & Central Africa (WECA)

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Develop, orchestrate and implement, in partnership with key stakeholder groups across the Company, outreach strategies and campaigns to positively shape the debate and public policy outcomes on issues important to the ICT industry. Key issues include online and software ecosystem development and growth, privacy, ICT security, intellectual property rights protection, competition law, and trade and market access.

Work in close partnership with the Company’s public relations team to develop effective internal and external communications strategies.

Develop and implement strategic initiatives that promote Microsoft’s and the industry’s position on important public policy issues.

Work closely with the Microsoft East and Southern Africa’s leadership team to keep them well informed on public policy issues, debates and trends and provide proactive advice on the impact and relevance of these issues to the Company’s businesses.

Develop and propose outreach and engagement strategies to the leadership team on critical public policy issues.

Serve as a leading voice for the company in building and strengthening the Company’s relationship with industry partners, trade associations, advocacy organizations, multilateral organizations, and industry coalitions in order to more effectively shape and advance the industry’s position on important public policy issues across the region.

Champion Microsoft’s values and the highest ethical standards in the conduct of our business and engagement with government customers and officials.

Identify new and emerging legal and regulatory issues that may affect Microsoft’s business in the region. Coordinate with internal and external legal and non-legal expert resources, as necessary, to help analyze and address such issues in the implementation of the company’s business strategy.

Implement an effective measurement and analysis approach for campaigns that will support prioritization of activities and investments.

Candidate Profile

Key Experience:

A minimum of eight years of relevant professional activity, preferably in Africa.

Experience in building and managing relationships with key government officials.

A combination of private and public sector work experience.

A strong understanding of business issues and thinking, preferably in the IT sector.

A proven record of cross-group collaboration.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 year studies at university in the areas of law, economics, communications, political science, international affairs or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Education in public administration (preferred).

Excellent written and spoken English.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties and/or responsibilities may vary based on strategy or assignment.

Microsoft is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity.


Job Segments: Government, Governmental Affairs, Intellectual Property, Law, Legal, Management, Manager, Marketing, PR, Public Policy


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FANIKISHA Institutional Strengthening Project
Call for Expression of Interest from Kenyan
Institutional Strengthening Service Providers
 The FANIKISHA Institutional Strengthening project is a five-year cooperative agreement (2011-2016), funded by USAID/Kenya and implemented by Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Pact Inc., Danya International, and the Regional AIDS Training Network (RATN). FANIKISHA is currently working to strengthen the institutional capacity of six national level Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and their affiliates to empower them to play a more strategic role in working with the Government of Kenya and other stakeholders to deliver effective health services at the community level.
FANIKISHA has established an Institutional Strengthening Marketplace where CSOs are able to initiate business and establish contacts necessary to improve their institutional capacity. The Institutional Strengthening Marketplace is a combination of a digital interface along with face-to-face events where qualified Kenyan institutional strengthening service providers and CSO customers meet to familiarize, engage and transact business relating to institutional strengthening in a quality-assured business environment.
FANIKISHA, therefore, invites expressions of interest from potential local individual and corporate institutional strengthening service providers in the following organizational functional areas:
1. Organizational planning and resource mobilization;
2. Communication, information and records management;
4. Advocacy, networking and alliance building; and
5. Grants and sub-grants management.
Successful institutional strengthening service providers will guarantee quality services by complying with the CSO institutional strengthening standards which are currently being developed. They also get the opportunity to deliver institutional strengthening services to the six national CSOs and affiliates as the CSOs use their mentored grants to directly procure these services and products from the Marketplace. The qualified providers will be included in a directory of institutional service providers to be circulated extensively by FANIKISHA to potential CSO buyers beyond the six national CSOs and their affiliates.
All institutional strengthening service providers intending to submit the EOI should send an email with the subject title – IS Service Provider EOI [vendor name] to info@fanikisha.org with a copy to tkwanya@fanikisha.org for additional information and the application templates.
Applicants can express interest in more than one institutional strengthening area. Application deadline is 5 p.m. on 13th July 2012.Related Posts Widget for Blogger
PEACE AND SECURITY SPECIALIST, NairobiClosing Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

UN WOMEN: PEACE AND SECURITY SPECIALIST

Location : Nairobi, KENYA Application Deadline : 03-Jul-12 Type of Contract : TA International Post Level : P-3 Languages Required :

English    

Background

The UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations (UN), works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women’s rights at the centre of all its efforts, the UN Women will lead and coordinate UN system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States’ priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors.

The goal of UN Women’s presences in Kenya is to ensure that gender equality and women’s empowerment are met and women’s human rights are protected and promoted and achieving equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. In this view, the focus of UN Women’s Kenya Gender and Governance Programme is to “ensure that women enjoy their civil and political rights as well as participate actively in democratic governance”, by increasing the number of Kenyan legal frameworks laws and policies at national and local level that promote and protect women’s human rights, and by increased women’s participation in governance and decision-making at national and local levels and actively lobby for women’s issues.

The Government of Finland, via the Ministry for Foreign Affairs has funded UN Women Kenya to support a programme on women, peace and security, through its twinning process with the Government of Kenya. The aim of the programme is to support Kenya develop a National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325 and address the low implementation and weak accountability of the resolutions adopted by the UN Security Council on Women, Peace and Security (1325, 1820, 1888 and 1889). The implementation gap can be measured by the low number of women participating in peace processes and negotiations, increase incidence of sexual violence, the lack of financing for women needs in post conflict and the absence of monitoring mechanisms and instruments to access implementation and achievements.

In relation to women peace and security, the programme will strive to:

Develop a National Action Plans that would foresee the implementation of UNSCR 1325 in Kenya.Enhance government and civil society understanding of the principles of normative instruments such as UNSCR 1325, 1820, 1888 and 1889, African Union’s “African Women Decade” and other relevant regional and international instruments that realize women’s human rights.Build women’s capacity to engage in violence reduction and peace building initiatives at the community level (i.e. mediation forums, District Peace Committees).Strengthen stakeholder’s participation, implementation, tracking and reporting of UNSCR 1325.

It is in this context that UN Women in Kenya seeks to recruit Peace and Security Specialist who, under the overall guidance and supervision of the Country Director, will be responsible for successful development, implementation and monitoring of varied initiatives that support women in line with UN Security Council Resolutions 1325 (2000) and other related resolutions on women, peace and security.

Duties and Responsibilities

Within the delegated authority and under the general supervision of the UN Women Kenya Country Director the Peace and Security Specialistwill ensure effective project planning and management as well as policy development and implementation by carrying out the following functions;

Summary of Key Functions:

Programme Development and ManagementProvide strategic policy advice and coordinationCreation of strategic partnerships and advocacyFacilitate knowledge building, management and knowledge sharing

Programme Development and Management

Provide ongoing support, coordination and oversight of activities for developing and implementing the National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325;Design and formulation of project activities with partners in line with the priorities of the Kenya Programme on peace and security (UNSCR 1325);Monitoring of project activities, including tracking financial aspects and provide operational services as per UN Women’s operational and procurement procedures and systems;Internal and external reporting requirements (UN Women and Donors) fulfilled in timely manner using guidelines and focusing on outputs and outcomes rather than activities (Quarterly, six month and annual reports);Ensure effective information flow, communication and coordination between UN Women and key stakeholders.

Provide strategic advice services and coordination

Provision of advisory services to Government, civil society organizations and development partners in areas of peace and security;Provide guidance to UN Women Kenya programmes on integrating UNSCR 1325 and assist in monitoring achievements of related result;Mobilize and coordinate members of the National Steering Committee on UNSCR 1325;Coordinate project implementation with implementing partners.

Creation of strategic partnerships and advocacy

Develop partnerships and close collaborations with UN agencies, Government institutions, civil society organizations, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors on matters related to the promotion of women, peace and security with a view of ensuring strategic partnership and strengthened coordination;Initiate and coordinate strategic advocacy activities to maximize support of UN System, governments, CSOs, and other relevant partners on advancing women rights in line with UNSCR 1325, 1820 and other related instruments.

 Facilitate knowledge building, management and knowledge sharing

Identification of key women’s human rights issues and challenges, best practices, lessons learned and recommendations to be integrated into UN Women Kenya knowledge management efforts;Ensure timely and proper documentation of programmes implementation in accordance with UN Women documentation guidelines;Participate actively and contribute UN Women’s perspectives at relevant conferences, workshops and meetings which address advancing women’s human rights and peace and security;Organize local and regional cross-learning initiatives on women, peace and security (UNSCR 1325) and other international and regional instruments advancing women’s human rights for key stakeholders such as; National Steering Committee, CSO, relevant line ministries, local institutions, and grassroots and international organizations;Identify and obtain relevant documents on women, peace and security, CEDAW, and other reports to enhance the knowledge of relevant stakeholders.

Impact of Key Results:

The Peace and Security Specialist will implement UN Women’s programming on; women peace and security, contributing to UN Women Kenya Gender and Governance Programme that aims to “ensure that women enjoy their civil and political rights as well as participate actively in democratic governance” and realizing the needs of women in Kenya during times of peace and conflict.

Competencies

CORE VALUES / GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

Integrity: Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions as well as values and ethical standards, in line with the UN Code of Conduct.

Ethics and Values: Promoting Ethics and Integrity / Creating Organizational Precedents

Commitment: Demonstrates commitment to UN Women’s mission and vision

Cultural Sensitivity and adaptability/Valuing diversity: Demonstrating an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. Demonstrating an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity. 

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Planning and Organizing:

Ability to plan work assignments, establish priorities and to meet strict assignment deadlines.

Coordination and monitoring:

Ability to build strong relationships with clients and to focus on impact and results.Demonstrated aptitude to build effective partnerships with a diverse group of stakeholders.Capacity to coordinate monitoring activities in the field, to mentor project staff and provide guidance and support.

Communications:

Compelling communication (verbal and written) skills, including ability to prepare reports, formulate and defend sound recommendations and articulate options concisely conveying maximum necessary information.Negotiating skills and ability to work at all levels with others to reach mutually benefiting and lasting understandings.

Teamwork:

Excellent interpersonal skills; capacity to recognize and respond appropriately to the ideas, interests and concerns of others.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge Management

Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office.Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies new acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to lead strategic planning, results based management and reporting.Ability to apply conceptual models in support of formulations, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects and mobilize resources.Knowledge in financial resources and human resources management, contract, asset and procurement, information and communication technology, general administration.

Management and Leadership

Build strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and results for the client and responds positively to feedback.Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.Demonstrate openness to change and ability to manage complexities.Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrate good listening skills and responsiveness to the opinion of others.Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills.Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external actors-cultivates productive relationships with donors, partners and other important institutions and individuals. 

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Social Science; Gender Studies, International Development, Law, Human Rights, Political Science, International Relations or other related field.

Experience:

 A Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience working in the field of gender and development with a focus on the promotion of gender equality, women’s empowerment and women human rights.A good understanding of normative instruments such as UN Resolution on Women, Peace and Security, regional as the AU Gender Policy and other international instrument such as CEDAW, the Being Declaration.Knowledge of policies and programmes and the architecture of the government of Kenya on the advancement of gender equality.Effectiveness in establishing and fostering good relations with government counterparts, UN agencies, donors, and NGO partnersKnowledgeable on programme management tools; Results Based Management.Proven experience on results based reporting.Experience working with and building capacity of national women’s machineries, national civil society organizations and similar institutions.Familiar working with NGOs/CSOs working in the field of women, peace and security.Strong diplomatic skills in handling counterpart relations.Demonstrated ability to work in an independent manner; ability to organize work efficiently and deal with multiple tasksDemonstrate strong writing, analytical and communication skills.Proven facilitation and coordination skills.Familiar with the work of UN Women and/or UNDP and knowledge of UNDP rules and procedures is desirable.

Language Requirements:

Written and oral proficiency in English is required.Knowledge of another UN working language is an asset.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

 
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Corporate Relationship Manager, Mortgage Large Corporates 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
 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.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: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 relationsShould 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. 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.
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We are a well established Company dealing in farm inputs and chemicals. We have vacancies for the positions indicated below for high performing candidates.
 We are looking for a graduate with a minimum of 8 year experience in distribution of FMCG products through dealers, distributors and stockists. The selected candidate will be required to perfect the distribution system of the advertiser so as to maximize sales in the rural network. He is expected to possess skills/competencies required to develop programs to motivate dealers/distributors/stockists.
 The organization is looking for Agronomists qualified at Degree, Diploma or certificate levels to serve as Technical Assistants in the field. Selected candidates will be required to implement development programmes to generate awareness on the company’s products and create demand.Candidates will be expected to meet agreed sales targets. Candidates should preferably possess a valid motorcycle riding license and be less than 30 years of age.
 We are looking for a Graduate software specialist with experience in Support and Maintenance of the Oracle ERP, Exchange E-Mail and Linux Firewall. Significant experience in LAN and WAN networks, performance monitoring, knowledge of Systems Design & Development will be an added advantage.
Preferred age is less than 35 years old.
DN/A 1323
P.O Box 49010 - 00100
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Exciting Career Opportunities in the Energy Sector
Our client, a leading player in the power industry is looking to recruit experienced diesel engine mechanics and electricians, material handlers and inventory controllers in order to sufficiently serve the rapidly expanding client base.
 A diploma or equivalent and above in electrical engineering from a recognised institution.3-4 years of experience in dealing with high voltage current at industrial or power generation level (1 mw & above).IEE 16th or 17th edition certification will be an added advantage.Sound knowledge of LV & HV switch year, transformers and associated control panels.Sound understanding of electrical and workplace safety standards.Ability to troubleshoot diesel and gas power engines and to conduct a detailed fault analysis and recommend appropriate actionExperience of working with high speed high horse power engines.A diploma or equivalent and above in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.3-4 years of experience with high horse power high speed enginesSound knowledge and understanding of diesel engine safety standards.Basic understanding of the electrical components of a gas or diesel powered engine will be an added advantageAbility to conduct fault diagnosis, produce trend analysis of component failures and recommend appropriate action.Experience with Cummins, caterpillar, Deutz, Volvo and Perkins or similar engines will be an added advantage.Valid certificate for operating counterbalance forklifts.Certification in inventory & stores management2-3 years’ experience in managing high stock level’sDemonstrated ability to manage stock accuracyUnderstanding of end to end supply chainInterested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to send their applications with detailed CV names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address, on or before 30th June 2012 to the jobs@armadahumancapital.com indicating the job code as the subject of the email.
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We are in the process of diversifying and transforming our operations to meet the ever changing customer requirements by producing ethernal and co-generation. In this regard we seek to enhance our human capital base by filling the following strategic positions with vibrant and competent Kenyan Citizens:-
Reporting to Head of Marketing and Business Development, the Brand Manager will be responsible for:Developing and managing brands with the aim of maximizing brand profitabilityPreparing and implementing the annual brand planGenerating brand targets i.e. price, budgets, profit, market share and sales in liaison with the Head of Marketing & Business DevelopmentDeveloping and implementing brand campaigns i.e. advertising, promotions, and public relationsMonitoring brand performance and initiating corrective action as may be requiredCo-coordinating the ordering process for promotional materials in liaison with procurement and ensuring prompt availability of materials and correct placement Initiate and carry out brand researchGenerating merchandising standards for point of sale materials and monitoring placement of these materialsMonitoring brand packaging and initiating packaging updatesProviding support in new product development initiativesEnsuring brand marketing spend as per budgetUniversity graduate, Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing Option)Professional qualification in MarketingMust have minimum 3 years’ experience in marketingMust have experience in advertising agency liaison and development of advertising campaignsExperience in Brand Management will be an added advantageExperience in new product developmentGood communication, customer care and presentation skillsExcellent Report Writing and Presentation SkillsCreativity and numeracy skillsComputer literateAge, 30 years and above.Self-starter, team worker and lateral thinker2. Mechanical Engineering Manager
Reporting to Head of Manufacturing, the Mechanical Engineering Manager will be responsible for:Enabling production targets to be met by eliminating avoidable factory stops attributable to mechanical failures.Planning and implementing preventive maintenance systems in the Factory plant.Preparing operational specifications and controlling engineering Projects.Operating the division within the approved budget of all resources, man, money, material and time.Preparing timely, divisional monthly reports.Enforcing safety policy in the factory.Organizing plant inspection scheme with a view to minimizing downtime.Planning and co-coordinating Effective Annual Plant and weekly maintenance.Improving the performance standards of all employees in the division by organizing and implementing training seminars, coaching etc.Maintains high level of discipline within the division.Providing strategic input in the area of Mechanical Engineering in ManufacturingA holder of Bachelors’ Degree in any of the following;-Mechanical Engineering, from a recognised institution with eight (8) years’ relevant work experience in a similar environment.Post graduate qualification in any of the following;- project management, strategic management, maintenance and condition monitoring, environmental management or any other related field from a recognised institutionRegistered with a professional body.Attended a senior management course for a period lasting not less than 4 weeksPerformance and results.Computer proficiencyAged at least 30 years and aboveIf you believe that you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your applications with copies of your certificates and other testimonials with a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately but not later than July 20, 2012 to:
Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107 - 40405
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Greenland Fedha Ltd is a Micro Finance Institution with a country wide network, whose mandate is to provide financial services to the low income households in the tea sub-sector. We are seeking to recruit highly talented professionals to contribute positively to its business growth.

To qualify for this position, interested candidates must have a proven track record of performance, possess excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. Computer literacy, ability to meet deadlines and deliver under pressure is a must.

Business Development Assistants

Position Scope

Reporting to the Area Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for building a profitable credit portfolio among economically active households in the rural areas.

Key Responsibilities

Customers recruitmentMarketing microfinance products to potential customersAppraising customer creditworthinessDeveloping and implementing individual work plans and ensuring a healthy and growing portfolioMonitoring loan repaymentsMaking and submitting periodic progress reportsQualifications /Competencies/ Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -Diploma or Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Cooperative  Management , Commerce, Economics, Agribusiness, or related fieldO level C+ with a minimum pass in Mathematics of C+If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing your detailed CV and copies of academic certificates to reach the undersigned not later than 13th July 2012

The General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 - 00100
Nairobi


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Job Category: Legal & Corporate Affairs
Location: Nairobi, KE
Job ID: 798720-84214
Division: Legal & Corporate Affairs

Microsoft has an immediate opportunity for an experienced attorney to join our Middle East Africa Legal and Corporate Affairs (LCA) team as the Legal Manager responsible for supporting our businesses in East and Southern Africa. The professional will act as a key partner to local business leadership and will oversee legal and compliance issues affecting Microsoft in countries in which it operates in the region. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The attorney will work as part of the Middle East and Africa (MEA) LCA team that includes government affairs professionals, attorneys, investigators and administrators. MEA encompasses 75 nations. It is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey.

Specific responsibilities of the position include:

Ensuring Microsoft is in compliance with all laws and regulations, in coordination with HR, Finance and the business leadership;
Supporting a wide array of commercial matters, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, and providing advice across a broad range of subject matters including issues regarding intellectual property, competition law, marketing, and applicable regulatory matters;
Working effectively with the local business and broader regional and corporate teams to help analyze legal risks, resolve issues and improve overall business strategy;
Representing Microsoft in external forums on legal, regulatory, investigative and similar issues; and
Supporting local IP enforcement activities, litigation, and government investigations in close coordination with the regional LCA Director and other regional LCA personnel.

The successful candidate will have a law degree. He/she will have at least 8 years relevant experience as a commercial attorney. Experience in Africa and/or dealing with diverse cultures, is a plus. Fluency (written and spoken) in English is required.

Position Profile

Position: Legal Manager, East and Southern Africa
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reporting to: LCA Director - West, East and Central Africa (WECA)

Key Areas of Responsibility:

The Legal Manager serves on the East and Southern Africa leadership team and acts as a general advisor to the leadership on all legal and compliance issues, in many instances addressing novel legal and regulatory questions as the technology business expands into new areas. This person coordinates with the LCA Director for WECA and other Microsoft regional LCA staff, LCA subsidiary leads, Microsoft subject-matter specialists and outside experts to ensure coverage of all legal and compliance matters.

The Legal Manager has primary responsibility for ensuring compliance of personnel in Microsoft businesses in the region with all relevant laws and regulations as well as with Microsoft policies.

The Legal Manager works with internal clients and colleagues on programmatic agreements which involve varying degrees of localization as part of Microsoft worldwide and local offerings and is also responsible for preparing and revising standard forms of agreement, including licensing and services contracts.

The Legal Manager assists internal clients to structure, prepare, negotiate and finalize agreements and letters of intent/memoranda of understanding and advises generally on the legal aspects of licensing, consulting and product support services, marketing, sales and distribution processes, outsourcing and vendor management issues.

The Legal Manager supports Microsoft’s local IP enforcement activities, working closely with the Regional Anti-Piracy lead and other local and regional personnel to ensure that Microsoft’s enforcement efforts are effective and in compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Candidate Profile

Key Experiences

Significant experience in the legal department of an international company (or similar experience in a law firm).

Experience managing and implementing corporate compliance initiatives.

Familiarity with intellectual property laws and concepts.

Experience handling or managing litigation. Experience handling intellectual property infringement cases and related criminal and civil litigation, and in working with law enforcement and customs officials is desirable.

A strong understanding of business issues and thinking, preferably in the IT sector.

Strong analytical, negotiation and drafting skills.

Experience dealing with diverse cultures and managing and building strong client relationships.

Excellent team player with the ability to work and communicate with a large number of diverse people, including senior management, in a high-pressured business environment, with a flexible, open, collaborative and results-oriented attitude.

A record of professional growth and success.

Qualifications

Eight years of relevant professional activity.

Law degree.

Excellent written and spoken English.

The Successful Candidate Will:

Work independently and proactively.

Work with and contribute to the broader regional team in a collegial manner.

Help grow business opportunities through application of public policy and legal support.

Manage a broad workload across legal and compliance functions to enable and support Microsoft’s priorities in the East and Southern African region.

Adapt to a changing environment with creative solutions in support of regional business priorities.


Job Segments: Attorney, Compliance, Consulting, Government, Governmental Affairs, Intellectual Property, Law, Legal, Outside Sales, Public Policy, Sales, Technology


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Description:  The Head of Client Outreach and Impact reports directly to the Managing Director (MD) for the Africa Region.  This position will function as the senior leader for sales, marketing, product development and transformation for the Africa Region. The Head of Client Outreach and Impact serves as a member of Africa Regional team and the Global Leadership team to create strategy, set direction, design work processes and provide leadership for the region.  While focused on the Africa Region, the outputs from the role may be used globally and hence the incumbent will be a member of the Global Leadership team.  The Head of Client Outreach and Impact will lead the overall strategic direction for client outreach and impact through our Implementing Members, ensuring maximum outreach, sustainability and transformational impact.  This role will ensure that our Implementing Members reflect Opportunity’s commitment to its mission and core values through the clients that they serve and that the organization has the capacity, systems and personnel needed to achieve our triple bottom line.The Head of Client Outreach and Impact will be responsible for managing all aspects of client training and development, social performance metrics, outreach and product development as a means of enabling holistic transformation in the lives of our clients.The position will serve as a value-added advisor to Implementing Members CEOs. Working in a matrixed organization, the Head of Client Outreach and Impact has a dotted line relationship with Implementing Member’s Chief Relationship Officers (CROs) / Heads of Sales, Heads of Product Development and Heads of Transformation in the region and, in conjunction with the CEOs, recruits, mentors, develops and challenges staff in the region.  This position is located ideally in Nairobi, Kenya.Work with each local Implementing Member to develop a business plan suitable for that country in terms of outreach deliverables, quality Mission-aligned savers and borrowers, capital needs, etc.; driving performance against those business plans.Working along side the Implementing Member CEOs, provides leadership on sales/business development in implementing partners, while maintaining focus on the region’s transformational impact goals.Identify new market needs and opportunities.Focus on increasing Mission-aligned loans and savings.Closely liaise with Risk Management and Finance/Treasury to ensure appropriate mix in loan portfolios and balance of liabilities.Assist local CROs to seek out and target new customers and new sales / deposit raising opportunities, initiates action plan to approach and secure new business for the Region. Shared responsibility for the credit quality of the loan book in conjunction with the Risk line.Social Performance MeasurementsDevelop, in conjunction with other stakeholders, and implement Social Performance Measurements for the region.Work cross functionally to drive strategy and process to define, integrate and embed a Transformational impact mindset and approach throughout and across: operational plans; policies & procedures; product and services development; Client Service Standards and delivery strategies.Drive outreach in volume (number of clients), value for loans, savings and payment systems.  Drive deposits and loans giving access to maximize client growth.Develop client needs assessments; analyze and determine products and services to meet identified needs. Develop a compelling narrative to attract donor funds and work closely with and support the efforts of our Support Members (fund-raisers) to raise capital for transformational programs and to ensure there is appropriate fundingDevelop client financial products and services that can be delivered effectively though available / emerging delivery mechanisms.Analyze and understand data from the social performance measurements feeding them into the product design process.Design and replicate innovative client products and manage the product development process.Identify and share best practices including product development among the Implementing Members.Has a passionate belief in the importance of Micro Enterprise Development and entrepreneurial development in general, as the most effective way to help the world’s poor transform their livesMinimum 10  years experience at a senior level in the financial services industry ideally in a deposit taking Microfinance institutionExcellent leadership, management and business development skills, as well as a superior communicator Proven ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a wide spectrum of stakeholdersA successful track record of managing multiple international locations in a matrix environmentAbility to delegate, coach, develop and manage a diverse and geographically dispersed team Strong partnering, facilitating, influencing and negotiating skills. Ability to diplomatically work in a variety of cultural settings, with actual living and work experience in African countriesGood understanding of and commitment to the Opportunity International Network structure, mission, corporate values, and Christian motivation as expressed in the ability to incorporate the mission and values in the work area Flexibility and willingness to travel a minimum 50% of the time are criticalAbility to synthesize complex or diverse information

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The Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi represents Sweden in Kenya, Somalia, Seychelles and Comoros. The Embassy also represents Sweden in UNEP and UN-HABITAT.
The Embassy represents and advances Swedish policies, interests and values in political and economic relations, development cooperation, in trade and investment promotion and in cultural and information matters. It provides consular services to Swedish nationals and migration services to non-nationals. There is 66 staff working in the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi, which makes it the second largest Swedish Embassy in the world.

Sweden has been actively engaged in Somalia for over 18 years. The Swedish cooperation programme in Somalia is a combination of humanitarian assistance and support for reconstruction and development. Swedish assistance is mainly implemented through various United Nations Agencies as well as through International and Swedish NGOs.

The Somalia Section of the Embassy is now looking for a National Programme Officer responsible for the handling of the health system development programmes.

Main Duties

In close cooperation with other donors (particularly DFID) assess the health sector and developments and identification of strategic interventions for Swedish support.Actively contribute to the development of the new Joint Health and Nutrition Programme and related coordination processes.   Promote Swedish health policy priorities in dialogue with partners, such as Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Plan, administer and follow up on Swedish funded projects by, inter alia: assessing and approving funding applications including budgets; preparing decisions/contracts and agreements; reviewing and approving narrative, financial and audit reports. Responsibility for general quality assurance of the portfolio, with emphasis on agreement conditions and anti-corruption. Financial management, including follow up of disbursements and payments, using the in-house financial system: PLUS. Contribute to the development of Swedish strategies and policies for Somalia. Operational/strategic planning and reporting. Represent the Embassy and Sweden and actively participate, in coordination fora, steering committees, program reviews and field visits.Build relationships and develop networks through interaction and continuous dialogue with a multitude of actors, bi laterally and multilaterally.Report and update relevant stakeholders on relevant emerging issues in Somalia.Travel to Somalia as necessary.Academic Degree in social sciences preferably with a focus on development issues or other relevant academic background.Minimum 5 years relevant working experience with development assistance, at least two of which have involved social sectors preferably health.Grants management experience from working with donors, international agencies or international NGOs. Experience of working in a fragile state context.  Knowledge about the political and development context in Somalia highly desirable.Ability to seek information independently and be able to analyse complex data in order to make assessments.Excellent command of written and spoken English. Swedish would be an added advantage.Administrative competence and computer skills (incl. Word, Excel, Power Point)Good drafting and reporting skills are essentialExperience from working as consultant in the above mentioned programme areas and/or working with NGOs or regional organisations in Africa.Experience working with development co-operation based at an Embassy or a Development Agency.Ability to adjust to changing priorities and undertake multiple tasks simultaneouslyRespect for cultural diversity, with the ability to fit into a diverse team and to establish networks.Excellent organization skills, strong oral and written communication skills with good command of English.Self driven with ability to work unsupervised.Indicative start date for the position is September 1, 2012.

The salary is in accordance with the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs´ salary system for locally engaged employees.

Applications should include a detailed CV with educational qualifications, a summary of professional experience and a minimum of 3 professional references.

Applications should reach the Embassy not later than July 13, 2012.

Send the application to: ruth.muriuki@foreign.ministry.se

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Position Title: Finance and Administration Manager
Operation Base:
Nairobi, Kenya
FIPS-Africa is a non-profit private company registered in Kenya. Its main objective is to improve the livelihoods of small-scale farmers in the region by improving their access to appropriate farm inputs and information on their utilisation. FIPS-Africa is seeking a qualified and experienced professional for the position of Finance and Administration Manager.This key position is responsible for the management of the financial, procurement and administrative functions of FIPS-Africa. The incumbent will lead the budgeting process of FIPS-Africa’s operations, provide leadership to the finance and administration team and lead the development and implementation of policies and procedures including appropriate internal controls.
The position holder will ensure that the functional, efficient and quality systems for Financial Management and Administration (Procurement, Human Resources and General Office Administration), are adhered to by the team, and that they are regularly reviewed for continuous system improvement that meet the highest standards in accordance with organizational strategy. The individual will work closely with donors and partner organizations on financial management issues.
One of the main tasks is to lead the development, review, and approval of financial, procurement, human resources and general administration policies and procedures manuals. The manuals should ensure compliance with organizational policies and that they are in line with best international practices and in conformity with local laws to provide for quality and cost-effective implementation of the work of FIPS-Africa.
 Required Competencies and Qualifications:Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management (or equivalent) AND a qualified Accountant (CPA or ACCA). A Master in Business Administration (MBA) will be an added advantage.At least 7-years professional experience in Financial Management and Administration, the last 3 years working at Senior Management level in a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO).Experience in budgeting, budget monitoring and financial reporting to various stakeholders.Experience in management of human resources, procurement and general administrative functionsExperience in writing policies and procedures as well as process evaluation.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent command of written and spoken English and ability to work in a multi-cultural settingWorking knowledge of accounting packages especially QuickBooksProficiency in Internet and Microsoft applicationsAdditional requirements include integrity, accountability and professionalism. Self-management, networking, team work, capacity builder, mentor and role model for staff. Other requirements include the ability to work under demanding deadlines and handle several tasks simultaneously.
 Terms of Employment / Appointment:
The successful candidate will serve a three-month probation period. The appointment will initially be for 2 years, with possible renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
 Remuneration: A negotiable remuneration, depending on qualifications and experience will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
Interested and qualified persons should send their application letters, curriculum vitae, key academic documents by email to: farminputpromotionsafrica@gmail.com
Closing date for receiving applications is July 16, 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Those who will not have heard from us within two months of publication of the advertisement should consider their applications unsuccessful.Related Posts Widget for Blogger

SSA are recruiting on behalf of a leader in the provision of drilling services for the oil and gas exploration and development in the ultra-deep waters internationally

The Company own and operate some of the world’s largest technologically advanced semi-submersible rigs and drillships.

Currently the company is operating its fleet in West Africa, East Africa, Falkland Islands, and Brazil and are looking for the following key personnel..

ROLE: SUBSEA SECTION LEADER

SALARY:

€15.5K / month + weathered on & training allowances, pension, healthcare & bonus

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The Subsea Section Leader should have held a Subsea supervisory position with a minimum of three years on a MUX rig and should have either a 2-year Technical College or a City and Guilds trade certificate in mechanical, electrical or equivalent as well as relevant practical or theoretical training on the relevant equipment.

While a recognised apprenticeship or college training is preferred, individual circumstances can be considered if applicant has a career background which compensates.

A good knowledge of the English language, both oral and written.

CHAIN OF COMMAND

IMMEDIATE SUPERIOR: The Subsea Section Leader reports to the offshore based Rig Superintendent. The Subsea Section Leader also communicates/ reports with the onshore Subsea Manager ad Subsea Superintendents.

SUBORDINATES: Senior Subsea Engineer, Sub Sea Engineer, Junior Sub Sea Engineer, & Trainee Sub Sea Engineer.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES

The Subsea Section Leader overall responsibilities are, but not necessarily limited to, the following (and these can be delegated to his subordinates to carry out):

Be familiar with all Subsea and Subsea related equipment.

Operate and maintain the Subsea and Subsea related equipment, including riser tensioners accordance with all applicable OEM and company operating and maintenance procedures.

Shall, upon request, attend training courses arranged by the manufacturer of the BOP and BOP control equipment or any other equipment relevant to the Subsea dept, to familiarise himself with the maintenance and operation of the said equipment.

Ensure that the Subsea Dept at all times has the necessary supplies and spare parts for operation and maintenance of all the subsea related equipment on board in accordance with the companies inventory policy. While prudence should be taken into consideration when re-ordering spares, overall stock should be maintained as per minimum / maximum inventory. The min / max settings can and will be adjusted based on consumption levels and insurance parts as required and the Senior Subsea Engineer has to try and ensure it is at the optimum settings for the location / situation.

At all times work to the maintenance policy laid down by the company, but be prepared to update / improve it through the PM change request system. .

Ensure that all maintenance records are properly prepared, filed and kept.

Maintain the filing system onboard for certificates, drawings and manuals.

PERSON SPEC

The successful candidate should have:

Multiplex Electrical experience (MUX)

Minimum 3 years’ experience as section Leader on a Multiplex System (MUX)

Minimum 5 years as a Subsea Engineer

Please submit a cv to Mike Lee in SSA

Phone:

Email:


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Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization with over four decades of experience in strengthening health systems, and capacity of local institutions. MSH takes a comprehensive approach to improving health to achieve scalability, lasting impact, and sustainability. Our mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. MSH seeks to recruit a highly motivated and result oriented individual to join a dynamic team in its USAID funded Health Commodity and Services Management (HCSM) Program that focuses on strengthening the health system in Kenya to be located in one of the following regions: Western, Central, North Eastern, Rift valley, Nyanza, Eastern and Coast provinces.
Regional Pharmacy and Commodity Management Specialist
The Regional Pharmacy and Commodity Management Specialist (RPCMS) is responsible for coordinating, organizing and facilitating the supply chain management and appropriate medicines use activities for pharmaceutical and other medical or laboratory commodities in the region with a goal of ensuring their continuous and adequate availability at all facilities in the region, including but not limited to health commodities used in HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, reproductive health and essential medicines program.
He/She will leverage on MSH/HCSM and partner resources and technical teams to strategize and/or implement workable solutions to ensure availability of health commodities at health facilities, including medicines and laboratory supplies. The RPCMS will be responsible for providing technical leadership during implementation of pharmaceutical and commodity management interventions; strengthen coordination of pharmaceutical and commodity systems strengthening activities at regional level in support of the essential medicines and priority health programs such as HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria and RH.
In addition, He/She will also be expected to represent MSH/HCSM at the regional level in other related health fora convened by the government and other implementing partners. The RPCMS will promote collaboration and best practices in the supply chain management; provide linkages with national level initiatives led by the GOK’s Ministries. He/she will also advocate for pharmaceutical and commodity security strategies that integrate regional health facilities and their management in the planning, resource mobilization and monitoring activities.
The successful candidate should possess a degree in pharmacy, laboratory sciences, medicine or a related field or must have attained post graduate qualification in a health related field. He/She should have at least 5 years relevant professional working experience. Candidate with an MPH will have an added advantage. In addition, applicants should possess significant experience working with the Kenya public health services, preferably with an NGO, on programs related to pharmaceutical management, logistics and systems strengthening or improving laboratory commodities management.
He/she should have demonstrated experience in providing technical assistance to public health programs or projects and familiarity with broad based, multi sectoral framework and approaches to pharmaceutical and commodity management at the country, regional or global level.
Candidates will ideally be living in one of the mentioned regions, or be willing to relocate, and must be willing to travel extensively within the region and in the country. Expected travel is at least 50%.
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, and national origin, and citizenship, physical or mental handicap. For further detail and to apply for this position, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at http://www.jobsmsh.icims.com/ by 13th July, 2012.
If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org
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Oxfam’s Kenya Programme is a complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slow onset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work. Oxfam Kenya applies a one programme approach which means it has multiple activities that support a holistic approach to humanitarian, development and advocacy for long lasting change in poverty reduction.
Oxfam in Kenya works in the north, principally in Turkana, Dadaab and Wajir, the Nairobi informal settlements and on national level advocacy and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora. To this end, we are seeking to fill the following positions:
Contract: Open Ended; National Level D1 This position reports to the Finance Manager, your role is to monitor and manage expenditure and budgets for the Kenya programme, especially donor-funded projects as well as transactions posted by offices in Nairobi, Lodwar, Wajir and Dadaab. You will ensure proper use and maintenance of computerised financial systems for all financial matters relating specifically to the Kenya programmes (including the accounts package designed for Oxfam GB purposes - peoplesoft).
You will support contract managers in the compilation of timely, quality financial reports for a range of donors.In liaison with the budget holders, you will compile and review all donor financial reports as required ensuring they are accurate, of high quality and meet donor requirements and submit the same to the Finance Manager for onward submission to the Country Director.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have a university degree coupled with accountancy professional qualification i.e completed ACCA or CPA (K). You will have in-depth working experience in accounts, with thorough knowledge of book keeping and an understanding of the project cycle. You will manage resources and deadlines with minimum supervision and also be a strategic thinker with high level of initiative. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.
You will also have excellent team work skills and the ability to build good relations both internally and externally. Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs will be an added advantage.
Contract: Open ended contract; National Level E1You will prepare the payroll on a monthly basis and make all the recoveries (floats, salary advances) necessary in the payroll on advice from the Programme Accountant. The post holder will ensure that all petty cash requests are properly supported and authorised by the Finance Manager or the person he has delegated that authority to before payment is made and ensure that petty cash top up is done at appropriate levels in consultation with the Programme Accountant.
S/he will prepare bank reconciliation statements for all Nairobi bank accounts and reconcile supplier accounts. You will prepare cheques for payment, maintain and keep all finance files, making sure that on daily basis all the relevant accounts documents are filed correctly. The incumbent will update the Nairobi fixed assets register, prepare and upload the depreciation journal on a monthly basis.
To be successful in this role, you will have a first degree and recognised accounting qualification or intermediate accountancy qualification (CPA, ACCA level two or its equivalent). In-depth accounting experience preferably in a non-governmental organisation is essential.
You will need to have knowledge and understanding of project budgeting, monitoring and reporting coupled with demonstrable numeracy and computer skills.
Urban Governance Programme Officer
Contract: Open ended contract; National Level D1 As the Urban Governance Programme Officer you will strengthen collaboration and coordination of relevant stakeholders on urban governance issues and create awareness on principles and practice of good urban governance. He/she will implement urban programme governance initiatives and deliver on agreed plans and strategies as well as capacity build partners in the urban governance arena and urban programme partners in embracing the principles of good governance.
You will support research, good governance analysis and lobbying on good governance and practice issues, particularly on socio-economic issues within the urban programme. He/she will provide technical support to transition processes related to the new constitutional dispensation, particularly women in leadership, the formation of citizens’ forums, formation of devolved governance institutions and related policies and laws. You will lead on the monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning of the urban governance interventions amongst other responsibilities.
To be successful in this role, you will be expected to hold a degree in social sciences or other development related field and have intense experience of working on good governance and advocacy programmes within urban contexts. Proven experience in governance mainstreaming within partner programmes is essential. You will have excellent networking and interpersonal skills, coupled with excellent communication skills both written and verbal English and Kiswahili that inform and influence others, commitment and understanding of the values of Oxfam and the principles of equal opportunity.If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post, including daytime telephone contact and two referees, preferably your current line managers and send your application to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk indicating the position you are applying for on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)
Km. 45, Carretera Mexico-Veracruz
El Batan, Texcoco, Edo. de México, CP 56130 México
Tel: +52(595) 9521900 Fax: +52(595) 9521983

Write funding proposal for equipment for health care centre

All Round Regional Outreach Web

TASK

We need volunteer who know to write a quality funding proposals for our organization.volunteer will work with our project coordinator on main objectives when he/she is writing the proposal.The project coordinator will be there to give volunteer all necessary information that volunteer may need when writing the proposals.

The volunteer will be closely working with our local project coordinator who will be giving him/her the information to put in the proposal and monitor the process and activities. The duration of this assignment is 1-2 months. ARROW KENYA will collaborate with the volunteer on the process and certificate will be awarded at the end of the assignment to all volunteers.

Number of volunteers: 1

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Arrow Web Hospital is a small community-based health care center, involved in provision of health care services training of community health workers, community outreach, project in addressing issues in countless suffering communities such as health awareness literacy, food security, family planning, inclusive and compassionate approach, including HIV/AIDS, maternal and reproductive health

OBJECTIVE

The Hospital is aim to a ultrasound machine a dental set for dental services,this will help the hospital to achieve a long term sustainable and it will enable the hospital to save more live than they are saving now and stop transferring patient to other hospitals.

Region or country

Kenya

Development topic

Health

REQUIREMENTS

We need someone who has already developed some quality proposals and we may ask him/her to provide a link to the same.

Areas of expertise

Journalism and information

Languages

English

Hours per week

1-5

Duration in weeks

24



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Reporting to the Director, Retail Banking the Head of Retail Sales will focus, drive, co-ordinate, monitor and review Personal Banking Sales activities across the bank network and between the regions and head office support units so as to ensure agreed growth in the Personal Banking sector Products is met and exceeded.
 Develop sales strategies for specific product channels, customer segments and regional segments with an aim of achieving growth and profitability targets.Establish and manage all checks off relationships between the bank and Corporates including agreeing on the terms and conditions of the scheme arrangements.Establish product campaign targets, focusing and driving the entire sales team and personal bankers towards achieving and exceeding the set targets including monitoring, review and communicating of performance to individuals, branches and units within the bank.Forecast, plan implement and monitor all regional sales, cost and expenditure activities within set budget and proactively and promptly device remedial actions to minimizes the variances between the budget and actual performance.Champion customer focus and create a customer centric team focuses on new ways to improve quality against key organizational objectives such as customer service, productivity or TAT.Responsible for managing opportunity and Risk associated with direct sales unit. Develop, rollout, maintain and where applicable recommend procedures and controls that meet/strengthen the requirements of KCB Group policy, standards, country laws and regulations.Ensure seamless bank’s operations and adherence of procedure standards and that all products meet the set criteriaReview and evaluate Personal banking product proposition with a view to make improvements to exceed dynamic customer needs, changing economic landscape and competitor activities.Coach, mentor and develop a high performing team with clear responsibilities and accountabilities. A key ingredient being inculcation of a performance management frameworkUniversity Degree in a Business Related field from a recognized institution. Those with an MBA or a Diploma in Banking (AKIB/ACIB) will have an added advantage.Minimum of 5-6 years proven experience in Sales, Credit and Bank operationsExperience in managing sales representatives and commission salesExperience in resolution of customer complaints/relationship managementA thorough knowledge of Retail Banking products and services, and extensive Banking Industry knowledge.Excellent high quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relationsA good understanding of risk and credit policies and procedures.Strong leadership skills with demonstrated competences in championing high performance management.Excellent planning, Organization, problem solving and analytical skills.The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates. 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 6th July 2012.
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Teachers/ trainers /artists / counsellors/ motivators /coaches

Able to work with children and teens aged 4 to 18 years over school holidays and Saturdays.

Please indicate your speciality subject, activity topics, any professional training received, your talents/hobbies and what age group you would like to work with plus availability and charges per hour/ day/ week.

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Deliver excellent customer service, at all timesAssist in keeping the hotel reception area clean and tidy, at all timesDeal with all enquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person, on the telephone or via e-mailAdminister all reservations, cancellations and no-shows, in line with company policyKeep up to date with current promotions and hotel pricing, to provide information to guests, on request, while maximising bedroom sales opportunitiesFulfil all reasonable requests from guests to ensure their comfort, satisfaction and safetyConduct regular security checks throughout the day and report any security issues to line managerReport any maintenance issues immediately to line manager, including all furniture, fittings and equipmentProvide reports, as required, for housekeepers and managementBe responsible for evacuation, in cases of emergency, acting as first point of contact for guests and the emergency servicesMaintain personal knowledge by completing in-house training and workbooksAlways adhere to all company policies and procedures and licensing lawsBe involved and contribute at team meetingsCarry out instructions given by the management team and head office

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Sales Manager VSAT - East Africa Kenya
Opportunity
Our client sells super fast satellite broadband services. In 2010 they launched its first £100M satellite and in Q2 2012 will launch they`re second with a third and fourth scheduled. This enterprise is bucking the economic trend: it`s successfully growing its business and investing in its future.
The Role
Preferably based in Kenya you will:
- Carry and achieve a significant personal sales target;
- Sell wholesale data communications and VSAT service communications services to telecoms companies, ISPs and service providers;
- Source, research and recruit channel partners
- Train, lead and work closely with channel partners to maximise revenue
- Work with channel partnerships to generate relationships with governments at both national and local level to secure supported broadband contracts;

Skills required
- Demonstrable track record of selling Satellite (VSAT) communications services to telecoms companies, ISPs and service providers;
- A strong grasp of telecommunications technology;
- Experience of managing channel partners and helping them drive up performance year on year;
- Ability to create winning bid proposals, plan and conduct contract negotiations and present in a compelling manner;
- Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with key partners and customers;

Location
Working from your home office in East Africa the role will involve extensive travel around East Africa.


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Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 and started implementing Education and Shelter projects for IDPs, refugees and local population. In October 2006, NRC opened an office in Puntland (PL) and later expanded to South Central (SC). The presence in Mogadishu and Dadaab (in Kenya) started in early 2007. NRC Somalia/Kenya mission is supported through a Regional Office in Nairobi. The overall objective for the Somalia programme is to enhance protection and promote the rights of the displaced people in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions.

The Education Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, monitoring and budget of the European Commission (EC) Education funded project as well as keeping an overview on the overall NRC Education programme in the mission. Under the European Development Fund (EDF) 10, NRC is the lead agency for LOT 1 (APES), and a member of LOT 4 (SCOTTPS). The Education PM (EC) shall work under the guidance of the Program Director to fulfil the objectives of the APES Project, in coordination with the Consortium partners (Save the Children and Concern). In addition, the Education PM will give technical support to the implementation of SCOTTPS. The Education PM will further provide support and guidance to the overall Somaliland education program, with the stated purpose of reinforcing the Somaliland education management team's capacity to develop and manage the program independently.

The position will be based 50% in Nairobi, Kenya and 50% in Hargeisa, Somaliland

Job description European Comission Education project â- Take the lead in supporting the Consortium partners (Save the Children and Concern) and the NRC Education PMs to expand, develop, coordinate and manage the project â- Overall responsible for APES budget â- Be at all times updated on EC rules and regulations , and ensure effective coordination with the local authorities and other stakeholders on the EC project â- Provide support and guidance to recruitment of the National Education and Finance staff for the EC Project, and assess needs for capacity building â- Overall responsible for preparation of APES and SCOTTPS reports to the donor â- Provide technical input and guidance on proposals and reports related to education

Support to the NRC Education programme in Somaliland â- Provide support, guidance and mentoring to the Management Team of the NRC Somaliland education projects â- Provide support to the expansion, development, coordination and management of NRC's education projects in Somaliland. â- Support the preparation/development of narrative and budgets for proposals â- Assess needs and discuss actions for capacity building among education staff, local resource persons and partners

Personal qualities â- All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

Qualifications â- Relevant experience and/or higher education , preferably in management, education, political science or international development â- 3-5 years operational experience within management and programme development (focus on Education) â- Experienced field worker with background from complex emergencies , and with experience from working in a difficult security environment, including coordination with UN agencies â- Experience in Education programme management â- Experience administration, finance, logistic and personnel management â- Solid experience from development of proposals and budgets â- Experience from advocacy work â- Experience working with refugee/IDP related emergencies an asset â- Proven communication, interpersonal, representation, negotiation and leadership skills â- Experience in strategic thinking and planning, be able to set priorities, prepare manageable work plans and to evaluate progress â- Fluency in English, proficiency in the Somali and/or Arabic language an asset â- Proven skills and experience in report writing â- Computer skills – database knowledge essential â- Holder of a valid international driver's licence

We offer â- Commencement: As soon as possible â- Contract period: 12 months â- Salary/benefits: According to NRC's general directions â- Duty station: 50 % Nairobi, Kenya and 50% Hargeisa, Somaliland


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