Steel and Glass Manufacturing Company based near Ongata Rongai is seeking a Production Manager to oversee an all- made workshop quality control, ensure deadlines are met. Applicants MUST have 3 yrs experience in managing a supervising a workforce, display attention to detail, 100% honest and meet deadlines. Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to cathie@summitrecruitment-kenya.com Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, Karen Road, KarenOnly short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Kimisitu Investment Company Limited (KICL) is a young company incorporated by members of Kimisitu Sacco Society Ltd, in August 2010, to meet their need in pursuing investments through pooling resources.

The main object of KICL is to take advantage of investment opportunities existing in the market with the ultimate goal of creating shareholder wealth.

We seek suitable persons to fill the following positions:

Chief Executive Officer

The Chief Executive Officer, in partnership with the Board, is responsible for the success of KICL,and ensures the accomplishment of KICL’s mission and vision, and the accountability of KICL to its shareholders.

Key Responsibilities

Providing general oversight of all KICL activities, managing the day-to-day operations, and ensuring a smoothly functioning, efficient and profitable company.Implementing the strategy of the company, board resolutions and policies.Identifying investment opportunities in line with the strategic plan of the company and ensuring that investment opportunities are implemented in a costeffective manner,Overseeing the fiscal activities of KICL including budgeting, reporting and audit.Serving as chief spokesperson for KICL, assuring proper representation of KICL to theCommunity.Ensuring legal compliance with the applicable Laws and regulationsA Bachelor’s Degree in business with a minimum of 3 years experience in a senior management position and CPA (K).Must be registered with ICPAK.Knowledge and experience in human resource management, finance and administration; oral and written communication skills; planning and evaluation; and governance.Knowledge and experience in the property development and management is crucial.Excellent understanding of Policies and Laws relating to real estate companies and the financial sector.Proven leadership skills in efficiently managing human, financial and other resources in an organization with an outstanding track record of achieving set targets, a high level of personal skills ,Team player with excellent computer, communicationAccounts Assistant

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accounting records and preparing weekly bank reconciliations.Maintain the petty cash float.Prepare monthly accounts and financial statements.Ensure that internal controls are applied in relation to all financial transactions of KICL.Ensure that all utilities are paid in a timely manner and within budgeted limits.Prepare staff payroll by 25th of every month.Ensure all statutory deductions are remitted before the statutory deadlines.Co-ordination of audits:Prepare all the relevant reports and audit schedules for external audits.Liaise closely with the CEO and external auditor to ensure that the final audit report is produced within the first month following the reporting period.Knowledge and Skills:

Qualifications:

University Degree in Commerce or Business AdministrationCPA (K) or equivalentSound ICT skillsInterpersonal skillsMinimum three years experience in busy accounting office.Interested and Qualified persons should apply by close of business, Friday 30 April 2012 by sending copies of their applications, detailed resumes and contacts of three referees to:

The Chairman, KICL,
P.O. Box 37159-00200
Nairobi.

Job Category: Sales
Location: Nairobi, KE
Job ID: 793078-80044
Division: (Not Division Specific)

The Licensing Sales Specialist (LSS) is at the center of Microsoft’s Licensing Annuity business, with annual revenue now exceeding $30B. The required key competences are Sales and Relationship Management related to a thorough understanding of Microsoft volume licensing offerings. The LSS adds value by negotiating licensing agreements that maximize long-term revenue and enhance the customer experience. It is a sales role that requires an ongoing working relationship with customers and close cooperation with EPG (Enterprise and Partner Group), CAM (Corporate Account Managed) and CPM (Corporate Partner Managed) segment field Sales Management and the Business Desk.
The LSS role is primarily focused on the EA (Enterprise Agreement) lifecycle, including New and Renewal negotiations. This includes helping customers to understand how to purchase, renew and maximize the licenses for their Microsoft technology solutions. Success in the role includes growing the licensing annuity business, closing deals within guidance, and increasing customer satisfaction. The success is measured by meeting or exceeding Sales objectives such as: EA revenue, penetration, renewals, revenue recapture, up sell / cross sell (Enterprise Application Platform and Enrolment for Core Infrastructure) and Services (Premier / Microsoft Consulting Services) attach. Negotiations of Open and Open Value opportunities will also be undertaken from time to time.

How does the LSS role add value?
The LSS role adds value by:
1. Providing volume licensing expertise within the sub / district / region. This includes mastering Program and Product Licensing scenarios focused principally on EA and EAS (EA Subscription) offerings.
2. Performing a Sales role, including
a) Contributing to the overall account plan by developing appropriate licensing strategies to further grow revenue and annuity penetration,
b) Developing and selling licensing solutions by driving customer licensing proposals and
c) Negotiating with customers to maximize contract value and Customer Satisfaction, whilst simplifying the licensing experience for the customer and driving for “right licensing”.
3. Managing external and internal relationships, including
a) Customers (procurement customer engagement, aligning Microsoft’s total value proposition to procurement levers)
b) Field (Field enablement - link licensing solutions with subsidiary targets)
c) Partners (Partner Enablement - in conjunction with PAM role: driving ESA self-sufficiency)

In detail, the LSS will
1. Create and manage comprehensive account specific licensing annuity plans for his/her territory or subsidiary along with the EPG and SMS&P segments.
2. Drive Account penetration for EA, through full platform EAs, attach / re-attach and cross-sell / up-sell opportunities, incl. MDOP (Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack), EAP (Enrolment for Application Platform), ECI (Enrolment for Core Infrastructure), Premier, whilst supporting license compliancy initiatives
3. Provide licensing consultation (e.g. negotiating tactics, up-selling scenarios) to account and / or opportunity strategies in collaboration with AMs (Account Managers), ESA PAM (Partner Account Manager), ATS (Account Technology Strategist) and SSPs (Solution Sales Specialists).
4. Define, drive and execute on negotiation strategies and tactics, in collaboration with the AMs, ESA PAM, , ATSs, SSPs and MS Partners, while managing exceptions within “Field Empowerment”. For exceptions beyond Field Empowerment, the LSS consults with the Business Desk to create appropriate licensing solutions.
5. Develop accurate, relevant and complete financial analyses for customers, including TCO Analysis for Microsoft software purchase and Cost Savings through acquisition and deployment of Microsoft technology
6. Proactively offer strategic licensing consulting to both internal and external stakeholders that drives more effective business and opportunity management.
7. Contribute to the licensing community and WWLP (World Wide Licensing & Pricing) by sharing best practices and insights on how to close Licensing Annuity Business.

How is the LSS role unique from other roles?
The LSS role is unique in:
1. Its focus on both the short-term and the long-term revenue goals within each customer account.
2. Its responsibility for providing a consulting ‘sounding board’ to field empowerment guidelines and alternate options that drive win/win/win situations for customers and Microsoft.
3. Its ability to create financial solutions for customers and provide simple solutions to complex licensing scenarios so that customers understand how Microsoft can help them in the acquisition process.
4. Its focus on driving consistency and predictability in the ways in which internal and external stakeholders interface with customers from a licensing perspective.

What are the key initiatives and challenges facing the LSS role over the next 6 months to 3 years?
The key initiatives and challenges facing the LSS role are:
1. Contributing to EPG and SMS&P growth objectives and initiatives (e.g. New Economy Action Plan) by maximizing revenue in each EA opportunity (e.g., advising on how to use discount empowerment and / or developing alternative solutions to discounting).
2. Leading the customer negotiations with the respective decision makers within the account and owning all the negotiation phases on behalf of Microsoft, while understanding and applying the Field Empowerment Guidelines in order to be able to close “good business” efficiently and with maximum profitability.
3. Driving an increase in customer satisfaction levels with Microsoft licensing and the process of acquiring licenses.
Understanding and complying with the challenges of Sarbanes-Oxley as they relate to how customers acquire software licenses and mitigating the risks to both customers and Microsoft.

Job Segments: Consulting, Customer Service, Field Sales, Operations, Procurement, Relationship Manager, Sales, Technology

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Career Advancement Opportunity

Our client, an integrated commercial security printer and papermaker is looking for a candidate to fill the position of a Process Improvement Leader.

Reporting to the Process Manager, the position holder will be responsible for aiding our client’s leadership in assessing opportunities for improvement, implementing required process and other changes to deliver process and non process improvement.

Main Responsibilities:

Lead continuous improvement programme, championing and implementing best practice throughout factory operations.Be the site knowledge repository of Manufacturing KPI’s (OEE, Yield and OTIF)Use relevant KPI’s to install best practice and drive initiatives to enable delivery of targetsHigher National Diploma or a Degree level in Engineering or equivalent.Familiar with Process Improvement tools such as Six Sigma or Lean MethodologiesExcellent computer skills Excellent facilitation and problem solving skills with ability to deliver trainingExcellent communication and project management skillsAt least 3 years experience in a busy manufacturing environmentIf you have the requisite experience and qualification for this role, we would like to hear from you.

Please email your application letter together with a copy of your updated curriculum vitae to recruit@resourceassociates.co.ke before close of business 28th April 2012

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SUWASA (Sustainable Water and Sanitation in Africa) is a six-year regional program financed by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by Tetra Tech ARD from the SUWASA Africa Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya. The mission of SUWASA is to foster the transformation of water and sanitation service delivery in Sub-Saharan Africa to achieve long-term financial sustainability through the application of market-based principles and the engagement of the private sector within a conducive policy and regulatory framework.

SUWASA now seeks to employ one Kenyan national with the following qualifications and background. The position is full-time and will be based at the SUWASA Africa Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya.

UTILITY REFORM SPECIALIST (REF: URS, Nairobi)

Key Responsibilities:

a) Supporting the DCOP in day-to-day management of country-level technical assistance projects; b) Providing technical inputs and support to the SUWASA program as well as individual initiative design, implementation and reporting; c) Leading technical specialists, assigned in the various SUWASA initiatives, on all aspects of policy, institutional and regulatory reforms – and ensure effective quality control in this area; d) Supporting the identification, recruitment and supervision of short and long-term experts in the area of utility reforms and preparing scopes of work and budgets, reviewing trip reports and technical reports prepared by consultants; e) Providing input to the monitoring and evaluation plan for SUWASA and specific reform initiatives with respect to policy, institutional and regulatory reforms; f) Participating and assisting in development of overall SUWASA project work plans, budgets, and procurement plans at the direction of the COP and/or the DCOP; g) Supporting the COP and the DCOP in managing donor relations and in the preparation and presentation of materials, reports, success stories and other project deliverables; h) Participating in technical debates and discussions with papers, articles and/or presentations on best-practice water and sanitation reform policies and strategies at selected adequate forums, at national, regional, and international level; i) Providing adequate technical inputs to SUWASA communication and outreach activities, capturing lessons learned in SUWASA projects.

Qualifications and Experience:

a) A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with a proven track record in infrastructure and utility reforms, preferably in the water and sanitation sector; b) Experience in designing, structuring and implementing policy, institutional and regulatory reforms in infrastructure/utility sectors, preferably in the water and sanitation sectors; c) Advanced degree in Economics, Political Science, Public Sector Management, or other advanced degree relevant to policy, institutional and regulatory reforms in the water and sanitation sector; d) Experience in working in a donor-funded environment will be an advantage; e) Ability to plan, direct, manage, control and take initiatives independently, communicate fluently, work as a team member at a mature level of sensitivity and diplomacy in dealing with key stakeholders.

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Security Officer
Job Reference: G4S/TP/28961/1
Number of Positions: 200
Job Category: Security / Protective Services
Contract Type: Full Time
Salary: £0.3 - £0.3
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
G4S Region: UK, Ireland and Africa
Country:Kenya
G4S Business Unit:Guarding
Closing Date: 30/04/2012
Package Description: Medical Scheme, Social Security, Protectetive Kit

Job Introduction:
G4S is the world's leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

G4S is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange and has an additional stock exchange listing in Copenhagen.G4S has operations in more than 125 countries and more than 635,000 employees.

G4S operates in over 25 countries in Africa and employs over 110 000 people on the continent.

At G4S Africa, our vision is to be recognized as the leader in providing security solutions. We therefore endeavour to build and maintain a motivated, capable workforce who are proud to work for our region and able to deliver our commercial strategy.

We continue to build on the excellent people management practices which are in place across the Group in order to fully engage our workforce.

Our employees are the public face of G4S and we recognize and respect the value they add to the business by delivering excellent service day after day.

G4S is an organization which is defined by its values, which are:
* Customer Focus
* Expertise
* Performance
* Best People
* Integrity
* Collaboration & Teamwork

One of the G4S Group’s core values is to ensure we employ the Best People. We strive to develop our employees’ competence and inspire them to live our values.

G4S ensures that we provide our employees with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment.

At G4S Africa, we place great value on attracting and retaining the best people at all levels, to ensure the continued success of the organization.

At G4S Kenya, an opportunity has arisen for 200 to join our team of Security Officers. These form part of our frontline team offering protective security services at various customers sites.

As frontline staff, the Security Officer has a day to day interaction with our customer and is relied upon to provide excellent service and deliver beyond the customer promise.

Role Responsibility:
* Provide protective security at various G4S customer sites in line with established operating procedures for each site
* To ensure proper access and egress control as per the requirements of the customer at each site
* Ensure proper documentation of site occurrence book and handover notes at all times in line with established procedure
* To ensure that in the event of an incident, a report is escalated immediately to the relevant authorities and all necessary measures taken to preserve evidence
* Provide immediate and accurate feedback regarding site incidents and occurrences and make initial incident reports
* Any other duties as may be varied from time to time depending on the requirements of each particular assignment

The Ideal Candidate:
* Have attained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent
* Be literate to the extent of reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed assignment instructions, training instructions and be able to compose reports that convey complete information
* Be able to demonstrate that he/she has no past criminal record by producing the Kenya Police Certificate of Good Conduct
* Be physically fit and of reasonable height desirable for the role of a Security Officer
* Be able to produce a minimum of two referees letters from traceable referees who will be contacted as part of our new employee screening process
* Be the holder of a Kenyan National ID Card which is not defaced in any way
* Be of a minimum age of 26 years

To apply, click on below link.
https://community.g4s.com/members/?j=3862

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Q1 Labs and SIEM Solutions

Tangent are looking for a Q1 Labs and SIEM Solutions Expert for a 6 month extendable contract based in Nigeria.

For this position you must have:
- Q1 Lads Experience.
- SIEM Experience.
- QRadar Experience.
- Experience in a Bank or other Financial Organizations will be an advantage.

If you fit this position and are interested then please contact me also if you know any friends or colleagues that fit this then please refer them to me as we do offer excellent referral fees

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We are an academic consultancy firm specializing in conducting research and writing academic essays such as term papers and dissertations.

Our diverse clients are based in USA, UK, Canada and Australia.

We are currently recruiting graduates to assist us meet the increasing demands from our clients.

If you possess the following qualifications, you are highly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

A Degree/diploma from a recognized UniversityProficient in written English; with specialization in writing, term papers, research essays, research reports, etc (high quality)Ability to meet strict deadlines and write quality PLAGIARISM-free essaysMust be conversant with MLA, APA, Turabian, and Chicago referencing stylesUnrestricted access to a personal computer and internet; at least 8 hours dailyMonthly salary ranges between 40,000 to 50,000 depending on your experience and effort

In order to be considered for the position write a 2-page sample essay as follows:

Topic: The current global economic crisisPages: 2 (double-spaced)Sources: 2Referencing: APAPlease, refer to - link to learn academic writing techniques.

APA style, refer to http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/2/10/

If you meet the above qualifications, please send your application and quality PLAGIARISM-free sample essay to:proficienttermpapers@gmail.com.

The deadline for the application is April 30, 2012.

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Can you write original travel articles describing what east Africa has to offer?

If yes I am looking for you.

I will be interested to engage you on part time basis.
You will write articles and after approval i will pay Kshs200 per article.

The article has to give all relevant interesting fact about the destination including how to get there, things to see, things to do, accommodation. what to avoid and or things to park.
the article should be informative and interesting to read.

IT Training Kenya

Our mission is to kick-start or re-ignite IT careers by providing high quality IT training. We offer a wide range of IT training programs and continuing education.

Not only that, we offer a guarantee that you will get a job after passing through our IT trainers, career consultants and specialised recruitment team.

We believe and invest in our students and strive to build them into leading technologists in Kenya. Our culture is one that promotes: honesty, creativity, respect, intelligence, hard work, innovation, a ‘can-do’ attitude, and boldness.

Administrative Assistant

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic, hardworking person with a commitment to inclusion to join our team.

The role involves a variety of administration and reception duties. You should have a positive and proactive outlook with the initiative and flexibility to work in a busy and challenging school environment.

The successful candidate will:

Be able to work independently and as part of a team. Have sound experience of administration procedures, planning and control ideally in a school environment. Have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate well to children, the youth, parents and other adults both face to face and over the telephone. Have an excellent working knowledge of ICT systems including commonly used Windows applications. Have the ability to multitask. Be committed to supporting our vision, mission and values. Be able to manage difficult or controversial exchanges. Be able to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

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Our client in Nairobi wishes to recruit a Marketing Manager.The ideal applicant must have a business degree-marketing option.Experience-3years,branding experience an added advantage.He/she should be outgoing and aggressive.Please indicate job title on subject line.Kindly,do not apply if your current salary is below 100,000kshs.

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Nairobi, Kenya with travel to Somalia

OVERALL OBJECTIVE

The PSO will report directly to the Country Director. S/he will be responsible for providing program and administrative support to the CD in Nairobi and senior management team in Somalia. The PSO will provide comprehensive including drafting correspondences, recording minutes, organising meetings and representing DRC at meetings as necessary. As required, the PSO will also assist with specified processes for program development by following up various actions and disseminating information to the Somalia team. The PSO will also provide additional specified support for program implementation as requested.

BACKGROUND

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. DRC aims at integrating its Somalia activities within a wider regional mixed migration programme, comprising the existing programmes in Kenya, Somalia (South Central, Puntland and Somaliland), Ethiopia and Yemen. DRC Somalia programme operates within a regional framework (East Africa and the Horn) and incorporates three major components namely, long term community driven development, emergency urban/rural humanitarian interventions and protection/advocacy.

DRC Somalia implements both emergency and longer-term interventions targeted to the development of the economic and institutional capacities of selected communities in rural and semi-urban districts affected by displacement. Internally displaced people, returnees and other groups who are living in settlements in abject poverty and with considerable protection gaps are assisted though emergency humanitarian interventions in water and sanitation as well as through livelihood and protection activities. DRC advocates through traditional leaders for increased respect for international human rights, particularly for the increased respect of the rights of displaced people, refugees, migrants, women and children. An integral part of the advocacy programme is conflict resolution between disputing clans through traditional mechanisms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

a) Senior Management Support

• Ensure timely and accurate execution of the day-to-day managerial support requirements of the Country Director and senior management team by ensuring meetings are attended, handling information requests, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, scheduling meetings, etc.

• Support DRC Somalia senior management in coordinating activities, such as conferences, trainings, quarterly and programme meetings, field visits, international travel, internally and externally organized workshops. This role will also include taking meeting notes for those meetings/workshops attended, preparation of materials for quarterly and programmatic meetings, and compilation and distribution of meeting minutes and relevant information.

• Maintain master calendar for DRC Somalia.

• Communicate with external partners, donors and visitors as advised by the CD

• Organising and coordinating visits by donors, regional teams or Headquarters.

• Provide support as required in reviewing correspondence, assisting with recruitment processes, and other administrative actions

• Liaise regularly with staff in other departments, field offices, consultants, and other external contacts to ensure effective information flow and timely actions.

• Maintain an effective filing system to include key correspondences, organisation/project reports, financial information and other relevant documents.

• Responsible for day-to-day project correspondence, information sharing and filing, ensuring that appropriate follow-up actions are taken for the Country Director.

• Maintain records and track the status of the senior management action items.

b) Programme Support

• Support new programme development processes as directed by the CD or Programme Director. With support from PD, play a support role in new project inception processes that involves ensuring work plans/budgets; office, staffing etc are in place for project start-up activities.

• Under the direction of the CD, perform liaison services on behalf of DRC to donors, Government Officials, other relevant partners and government agencies (e.g. UN, NGOs, etc.)

• Represent DRC in programme coordination meetings with other development partners, UN agencies etc in the absence of the CD, PD or technical coordinators.

• Develop talking points and background and briefing materials for meetings, conferences, publicity, advocacy and fundraising for DRC Somalia in collaboration with regional communications advisor.

• Work with the PD to ensure that the annual projects work plans and budgets are finalised approved for all the projects.

• Work with PD to ensure that all key programme documentation is filed and easily accessible.

• Provide the programme support required to the PD to organise the organizational wide annual work planning process and the internal project/organization programme reviews and evaluations.

• As directed, undertake research and prepare written briefings for CD on topical issues related to program development.

• In collaboration with PD, support project coordination as may be requested.

• Perform other duties as determined by the CD.

REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS

The post holder reports to the Country Director - Somalia

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree or similar qualifications desirable, Masters Degree preferred.

• Minimum four (4) years office, administrative and programme management experience.

• Excellent written and spoken English is essential

• Demonstrated ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records.

• Ability to work independently and to maintain flexibility in working hours.

• Energetic and flexible with high sense of responsibility and excellent organisational, planning and time management skills

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.

• Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with counterparts.

• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

• High level of integrity and able to maintain strictest of confidentiality

• High competence in handling situations with tact and diplomacy

• Ability and willingness to travel to field sites as needed

• Good command of computer programs and applications with significant capabilities in computerized database and spreadsheet construction, and their practical application.

CONDITIONS

Availability: 1 July 2012

Duty station: Nairobi with travel to the field to field programmes throughout Somalia.

Contract: One year contract with possibility of extension. Terms and conditions in accordance with DRC terms for National staff in Kenya.

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk

GENERAL COMMITMENTS

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability committments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should send a 1-page cover letter that clearly states how they are qualified, and why they are interested in the post, together with their CV (not longer than 4 pages) to: drcjobs@drchoa.org

Please indicate “Programme Support Officer” as the subject heading.

The deadline for applications is May 13, 2012.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of age, nationality, race, gender or age.

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The African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI) is a leading Inter-Governmental Centre of Excellence for the provision of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training and consultancy in English speaking Africa.

The Institute, which is based in Nairobi, wishes to fill the following two positions:

1. Director & CEO

Reporting to the AFRALTI Governing Council, the selected candidate will, provide leadership in developing business strategies that will enable the Institute fulfill its vision and mission.

The position will, fall vacant in November 2012

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide leadership in the development of short and long term business strategies and plans for the Institute.Oversee the formulation and review of the Institute’s policies and procedures and submit the same to the Governing Council for consideration.Provide guidance in designing, developing and delivery of training and consultancy services to clients in member States and English speaking countries as a whole.Ensure that all the Institute’s resources including human capital, finances and assets are optimally managed.Secretary to the Governing Council meetings.Applicants must be holders of a post-graduate degree in Telecommunication Engineering or Business Administration, coupled with at Least five years’ senior management experience in a medium or large organization.
Applicants must be IT proficient..Tenure

This is a five—year contract engagement.

2. Head of Training, Consultancy and Research

Reporting to the Director (CEO), the selected candidate will coordinate and develop training programmes, consultancy skills and research assignments.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop institutional skills on consultancy and research.Continuous improvement of institutional skills in training.Initiate and develop training needs in the ICT sector in the region.Initiate the development and evaluation of training courses to meet ICT sector skills gap.Enhance business growth by undertaking market research and develop appropriate products for the market.Initiate and prepare performance on those plans.Manage and control departmental and staff activities as per approved budget.Assess the needs of the department and recommend appropriately.Qualification and Experience

Applicants must be holders of a Master’s degree in Telecommunications or Business Administration with at least five years’ experience in training, consultancy and research operations.

In addition, applicants must have at least three research peer-reviewed publications and possess good IT, leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

The engagement will be on a three-year contract, renewable subject to performance.

If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill any of the two posts, please submit your application accompanied by a detailed CV, e-mail and telephone contacts, one passport size photograph, two referees and their contacts to the address below so as to reach the undersigned not later than 4th May 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

The Director General
Communications Commission of Kenya
P.O. Box 14448,
Nairobi 00800

Tel: 4242000/ 0703 042000

Fax: 4451866

Email: info@cck.go.ke

Website:www.cck.go.ke

An IT company is urgently looking for an Excellent QT Developer

Key Qualifications

Excellent skills in QT DevelopementKnowledge of C++Skills in JavascriptAbility to work with a teamAbility to work with strict deadlinesMust own a laptopAn attractive package will be offeredSend your Applications (ref: QT Developer) including your CV to:

recruitment@shimbamobile.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview to be held on Wednesday 25th April 2012.

The successful candidate should be available to start working on immediately.

Company: IFC (World Bank Group)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job sector: Finance & Insurance
Job type: Permanent
Reference: 120937

The development of infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa is a top strategic priority for IFC and for the international development community.

Background / General description:

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector investment arm of the World Bank Group, is one of the leading investors and lenders in emerging markets. The mission of IFC is to promote sustainable private sector investment in developing countries, helping to reduce poverty and improve people's lives. IFC finances private sector investments in the developing world, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, helps clients improve social and environmental sustainability, and provides technical assistance and advice to governments and businesses. The development of infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa is a top strategic priority for IFC and for the international development community.

IFC is seeking to recruit Investment Analysts to work closely with other investment staff to support the development, execution and monitoring of investments for its Infrastructure Group in the Africa region. This group is responsible for sourcing and executing investment transactions in power, transport, and utilities in the Africa region. In addition to traditional investment activities, Investment Analysts will be involved in transactions undertaken by IFC Infraventures, a US$100 million equity fund established by IFC to provide risk capital and expertise for the early stage development of infrastructure projects.

IFC is today a leader in this area and seeks to substantially expand its activities in the region in these sectors. The position provides an opportunity to obtain company, project and sector experience in a specialized, growing and high impact area. Some travel in the region will be required.

Positions are based in Dakar, Washington, D.C., or Nairobi. Please indicate in your application your preferred duty station(s).
Duties and Accountabilities:
The responsibilities of the Investment Analyst include but are not limited to:

- Analyze financial statements and prepare financial models;

- Conduct industry, market and company research;

- Prepare project-related documents for internal and external audiences;

- Participate in all aspects of IFC’s project processing cycle from project development to disbursement;

- Participate to the execution of IFC s project development investments with a strong focus on achieving bankable projects;

- Coordinate closely with environmental and social colleagues to ensure the maintenance of high environmental and social standards in IFC’s investment;

- Participate in investment negotiations;

- Supervise investments in portfolio companies; and

- Work well with a range of industry and regional IFC colleagues.
Selection Criteria:
- At least Bachelor’s or equivalent university degree;

- Up to 4 years prior experience in project and credit analysis with a major financial institution, consulting company or large corporation required;

- Experience in project development a plus;

- Strong financial, analytical and modeling skills;

- Team player with strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds;

- Interest in the World Bank Group and IFC’s mission, strategy and values; and

- Excellent communication skills in English, French language skills an advantage.

Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

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Adafrique software solutions is a fast growing ICT company offering a wide range of ICT software solutions and services key among them Bitdefender range of antivirus solutions.

We are looking for ICT Graduates (BSC IT/BBIT/ Computer Science) with a years experience or more to work with us on s short term contacts.

Send your application to jobsadafrique@gmail.com.

CIC Insurance Group is the leading Co-operative Insurer in Africa and one of the top three insurance companies in the country.

Recently the group ventured into Asset Management; currently CIC has businesses operating all over Kenya with 19 branches.

In order to execute it’s ambitious growth and expansion strategy, CIC Asset Management Ltd wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following positions:

Financial Advisors

10 Positions

Ref No: HRD- UTA-04/1/2012

Duties & Responsibilities

To sell Unit Trust ProductsTo create awareness and educate the public on Unit TrustsRelationship management with current and potential investorsTo collect and share market intelligenceTo advice clients on financial mattersSelf-driven personality and focus on individual and team successGood communication and people skillsWork experience in the financial services sectorAt least two years experience in selling financial services products: selling Unit Trust Investment will also be an added advantage;Computer proficiency in MS Office suiteMature, confident & articulateResults oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targetsBachelors’ degree in Marketing, Insurance, Economics or FinanceA Diploma in Cooperatives management will be an added advantageIf you meet the above requirements and consider yourself up to the challenge, please email your application and a copy of your CV clearly indicating on the subject of your email the job Reference Number as HRD-UTA-04/1/2012-:

Mail to

The Group Human Resources Manager
CIC Insurance Group Ltd
P.O Box 59485 - 00200,
Nairobi

Email to: recruitment@cic.co.ke

Website: http://www.cic.co.ke/

The application should reach CIC Insurance by close of business on 4th May, 2012.

Please note only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

If you do not hear from us by 15th June, 2012 consider yourself unsuccessful.

Vacancy Announcement No. ODN/006/2012

VA issued on 25 April 2012

Closing date 09 May 2012

Post Title: Senior Finance Assistant

Grade: Service Contract SC6 (G 6 equivalent)

Duty Station: Regional Bureau for East & Central Africa, based in Nairobi

Salary: As per UN Salary Scale

This vacancy announcement is open to both male and female candidates.

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the post of Senior Finance Assistant in support of the Regional Bureau for East & Central Africa (ODN), based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Senior Regional Finance Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Guide, train and supervise more junior staff engaged in the processing of financial reports and returns from country offices and regional bureaux;Participate in providing procedural and technical support to the staff elsewhere in the Programme;Analyse, control and accurately maintain relevant General Ledger Accounts and initiate corrective action as necessary;Initiate payment processing according to WFP financial rules and regulations and ensure that payments are made to vendors in a timely manner;Liaise and follow up with the Kenya and Uganda COs to ensure timely processing of RB transactions including timely recovery of amount owing by staff to the Programme;Assist in preparation, implementation and monitoring of budgets; prepare funds consumption and other budget related reports, including donor reports;Brief/debrief staff members on issues relating to financial transactions;Prepare periodic financial and statistical reports;Follow up and monitor timely submission by ODN COs of the monthly financial reporting packages and assist in their review and consolidation for onward transmission to HQ;Assist in the monitoring and analysis of financial accounts of ODN COs ensuring that accounts are accurate and outstanding items cleared or settled in a timely manner.Initiate follow up actions to concerned ODN CO Finance Officers in relation to the RB review of the ODN COs’ financial transactions and accounts.Oversee the data input into financial related databases by finance assistants and provide guidance on data input and validation;Prepare bank reconciliations, review locally recoverable items, Imprest summaries and funding sheet summaries;Monitor WFP local bank accounts and keep track of balances to ensure that there are sufficient funds; prepare requests for replenishment of the Imprest Account(s) whenever necessary;Assist in setup and implementation of proper accounting procedures, systems and internal controls;Participate in development and implementation of new financial policies and procedures; interpret and assess the impact of changes and make recommendations on follow up actions;Draft or prepare correspondence to respond to enquiries in respect to relevant financial matters; review correspondence drafted by other assistants prior to clearance by Officer or Chief, as appropriate;Perform other related duties as required.Well organised, reports and/or records, put together independently with only general guidance.
Well organized work with accurate information and databases; efficiently supervised team of clerical staff or work unit.
Sound judgment; ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data and to resolve operational problems.
Ability to work with minimum of supervision; to supervise and train support staff; and to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to work with accuracy under time constraints and pressure; to deal patiently and tactfully with staff members and others and to have a high sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment.Education: Diploma including or supplemented by courses related to Finance and/or Accounting.

Experience: At least five years of progressively responsible work experience, including at least three years in the field of finance, accounting, budget, audit or other related field and at least one year at G5 level or equivalent.

Knowledge:

Experience utilising computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other WFP standard software packages and systems.
General knowledge of UN system financial policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
Specialized knowledge of WFP financial and administrative rules and regulations and policies and practices in the specific area of work.Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English; knowledge of French language is an added advantage

Desirable skills: Knowledge of WFP manuals in the area of human resources administration and finance. Working knowledge (level C) and/or limited knowledge (level B) of other WFP official languages depending on area of work. Formal training in administration.

Closing Date: 09 May 2012.

Applications must be received by the deadline.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Interested persons meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit their applications by e-mail, together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of education certificates, names and telephone numbers or email addresses of three work referees.

Please send your application to: WFP.ODNHR@WFP.ORG

Please quote the vacancy No. and the title of the position in the subject line.

Candidates should also complete and submit a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc.

Please Note: WFP does not charge fees from applicants at any stage during the recruitment
process.

Our client Fursa Leo Microfinance is a fast growing business in the Microfinance sector.

Our client is focused on professionalism and integrity; providing quality customer care in service provision whilst having social responsibility and team spirit in all our operations.

They are looking for an ambitious, self-driven candidate to fill the position of Head of Finance

Place of Work: Mombasa, Kenya

Basic Function:

The chief financial officer position is accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company, to include the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.

Principal Accountabilities:

Provide leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives. Ensure credibility of Finance by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and forecasts. Sustains corporate organizational goals and objectives as guided by the IFRS,CGAP guidelines and the MFI act 2006Draft funding proposals for the approval by Board of Directors.Head of Internal Audit and control function by ensuring compliance with existing policies and procedures and developing new policies.Take hands-on lead position of developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive job cost system. Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance & Accounting functions of the organization. Evaluates and advises on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new programs/ strategies and regulatory action. Provide executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities. Manage processes for financial forecasting, budgets and consolidation and reporting to the Company Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities. Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting. Qualifications and Requirements:
Member of ICPAKBS in Accounting or Finance, MBA CPA (K) highly desirable 5+ years in progressively financial leadership roles in Microfinance industryStrong working knowledge of Accounting and loan tracking systems i.e. tally, Micro banker, and/or Mifos. MandatoryExperience in grants accounting and management Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential. Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.Interested candidates should forward, their CVs only to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 2nd May 2012 stating their current and expected remuneration, day time telephone contact and addresses of three referees.

at Studio Twenty Two Agencies(Abela) Ltd. in Nairobi

Our client based in Nairobi needs an Account to work in Nairobi.

Qualifications
Background in Accounts CPA K
Experience of two Years

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Health and Safety Officer at Mantrac Kenya Ltd in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

Mantrac Kenya Ltd the Caterpillar authorized dealer in Kenya; sells and services earthmoving, Power generating, Material Handling and Mining Equipment. Mantrac Kenya Ltd is part of Mantrac/Unatrac International Group who are Caterpillar dealers of heavy machinery in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Egypt, Iraq and UK international sales. To help us achieve our strategic plan, we are looking for qualified talent in various fields. Qualified candidates will be assessed on right attitude and work ethic culture. In return Mantrac will offer unparalleled training and growth opportunities, develop your whole-person to fit into a multidisciplinary workplace.

HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER

Main Duties And Responsibilities:

Policies and Practicies: Develop, monitor and continuously improve a Safety Policy and Procedures document for the company.Develop, monitor and continuously improve an Environmental Policy and Procedures for the company.Ensure company and customer safety and environmental procedures and safe working practices are strictly followed, with the aim of reducing lost time incidents to less than the industry standard.Strive towards completion of comprehensive Safe Work/Operating Procedures for all Mantrac operations.Implement a company wide strategy for completing Job Safety Analysis for each task.Implement and tutor the usage of the ‘Take 5’ Handbook.Carry out and delegate Risk Assessments to be carried out in each work area consistently.Instigate, lead and complete all accident investigations within 24hrs of incident.Analysis of accidents, maintain incident/accident register and make statutory reports returns to the director of occupation health and safety services.Ensure and maintain procedures for managing hazardous substances and the disposal of chemicals, e.g. asbestos.Assist individual departments with the updating of SOPs.Keep up to date with new legislation.

Safety Awareness: Ensure health and safety is considered as first priority within the company.Instigate consistent toolbox talks at the start of each shift, ensuring content of the meetings are relevant.Act as safety comitte secretary, lead all safety meetings and briefings, ensuring content is relevant and the correct message is delivered.Ensure awareness of safety and environmental issues is prevalent through visual posters and aids, continuous monitoring, discussions, briefings, training, simulations and workshops.Mediate between managers and operations to limit or eliminate conflict between production and safety considerations.Ensure all EH&S Trainings are carried out viz. Health & safety committee trainings, fire marshals training, first aid trainings etcTraining of employees as required by HR Department – on issues of Health, Safety and Environment.Ensure First Aid compliance amongst the workforce covers all areas of the company workforce comparable with OHSAS 18001 certification.

Audits, Reporting and Feedback: Auditing of the implementation of company policies, plans and procedures relating to Health, Safety and Environmental with due cognizance of the requirements of Kenyan legislation.Establish and maintain a Recordable Injury Reporting Process.Establish and maintain safety KPI (Key Performance Indicator) data.Provide suggested remedial action when safety KPI targets are not met.Provide a process for Safety Information sharing across the dealershipCarry out periodic and spontaneous Planned Inspections of all work areasAdvice on a range of specialist areas; e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational diseases.Keep updated, comprehensive registers on all safety and environmental related registers, ie. Ladders, Fire Extinguishers, Chains, Electrical Tooling etc.Fully document any accident or near miss where required and present to the management.

Other: Where the need arises carry out tasks assigned by the Managing Director to meet the needs of the business.Coordinate servicing of fire-fighting equipment.Ensure all fire-fighting equipment and first aid boxes are regularly serviced and contents are in order.Facilities- Manages and monitors all sub-contractors, contracts staff and staff to ensure adherence to health and safety.Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the immediate report/Territory Manager.

Job Specifications: Where the need arises carry out tasks assigned by the Managing Director to meet the needs of the business.Coordinate servicing of fire-fighting equipment.Ensure all fire-fighting equipment and first aid boxes are regularly serviced and contents are in order.Facilities- Manages and monitors all sub-contractors, contracts staff and staff to ensure adherence to health and safety.Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the immediate report/Territory Manager.

Knowledge: Clear understanding of Kenyan health and safety legislation.H&S awareness

Skills: Articulate and able to communicate well in both written and oral.High level of integrity.Strong analytical skills.Independent thinker.High attention to detail.Ability to establish and maintain excellent mutually beneficial working relationships with staff and other departments to ensure smooth running of the section.

Job Specifications: Degree in physical sciences with leaning towards engineering. Degree in health & safety will be preferredDiploma in heath & safety or environmental sciencies3 years post academic experience in Health, Safety and / or Environmental ManagementProficiency in Microsoft office applications

Your soft copy application letter and curriculum vitae indicating your regular telephone number to enable us contact you should be mailed to careers@mantrackenya.com so as to reach us not later than 27th April 2012

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The Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK) is a Non Governmental Organization empowering persons with disabilities in the country.

APDK’s mission is “to enable persons with disabilities overcome their physical limitations and empower them socially and economically to become self reliant and fully integrated members of their communities”

Vacancy: Front Office Assistant

Responsibilities:

Answer telephone, screen and direct calls, take and relay messages & provide information to callersDirect persons to correct destination, deal with queries from the public and customersGeneral administrative and clerical supportPrepare letters, documents, receive and sort mail and deliveriesOrganize meetings; maintain appointment diary & Schedule Appointments.Report writing and data entry A diploma in front office and office administration/public relations or Marketing. Minimum 3 years experience in front office at a busy organizationExcellent communication and report writing skillsShould be computer literate with excellent skills on use of excel Self motivated and able to work under minimum supervisionInterested candidates must send their CV’s by 6th May 2012 to:

Recruitment committee,
APDK,
P O Box 46747 – 00100
Nairobi

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

at Studio Twenty Two Agencies(Abela) Ltd. in Nairobi

Our client based in Nairobi needs an Electrical Lecturer to work in Nairobi.

Qualifications
Degree in Electrical Engineering
2-3Years Experience

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Strategic Leadership Centre

At SLC International, we believe that business needs to shift its focus toward the people component of the strategy and its execution.

Our new approach to strategy implementation and Intervention will make a significant contribution to realizing this objective - by allowing companies to effectively measure, analyze and address these strategy execution issues.

Office Assistant

We are looking for an office assistant to join our small team in our Kenya office.

The role will be to provide administrative duties to our business, including the following responsibilities:-

Incoming and outgoing post/mailAnswer the telephone accuratelyMeeting and greeting clientsFilingData entryProcessing ordersLiaising with productionThe role will require someone who has good computer skills including Word and Excel.

You will need to have a confident manner both over the telephone and face to face.

Ideally you will have previous office experience and be able to prioritise your own workload.

You will need to be organised, and methodical and willing to learn and grow with the business.

Application Deadline: 15 May 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply Here:http://balancedscorecardkenya.com/contact-us/

Telecommunications Chief Executive Officer

South Sudan

(Attractive salary plus free housing, air tickets, transportation and medical)

Job Ref. MN 5330

Our client ¡s a well established telecom infrastructure development company operating in Africa who wishes to recruit a CEO for its operations in South Sudan (based in Juba) to service the telecom sector.

Job Profile

Overall responsibility for the P&L and Balance Sheet;Organize and run the operations to cover rollout and managed services of mobile telecom infrastructure.Closely coordinate with government agencies such as regulatory bodies, tax authorities.Coordinate with operators for rollout activities and supervise RF Mapping processes.Develop and improve customer relationships.Drive local sales effort of the company.Develop strategies for pricing and trend development.Study and analyze local market and various opportunities.Manage all local staff, reporting into him / her directly.Overlook all support functions: HR, Legal, Tax, Regulatory, Finance, IT, Procurement etc.Various additional services as required from time to time by Company.BSc in Engineering with business background.Business acumen to drive sales and projects.People management and motivation skills.Customer service skills.Experience in the telecoms sector is mandatory.Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

Job Ref NoYour NameCurrent / Past Salary: Year 2011 pm, Year 2012 pmYear 2012 Benefits: If house state market rent; if car state ccEmail your application and detailed CV before 4th May 2012 to: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com

Copywriter, Art Director, Account Manager and PR Manager Career Opportunities Passionate
we are, are you?
At Express DDB, we are awfully passionate about Advertising and PR.
Now we seek equally passionate people to join our fast growing team.
A Copywriter who can write convincingly on anything from chewing gum to rocket science, and an Art Director who can craft an idea with him/her.
An Account Manager who can make the clients smile and a real PR Manager who can set things right every time.

All must also be experienced and be willing to experience more, including excellent growth prospects at the cutting edge of creative advertising that DDB is at.
To be considered, mail your CV and a passionate cover note to applications@expressddb.co.ke
Express DDB kenya an associate of the DDB Worldwide network.

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Our Client, a leading Insurance company in the region, seeks to recruit an Information Call Centre Agent to effectively achieve its strategic objectives

Role Summary

Answer incoming calls from customers, answer inquiries and questions, handle complaints, troubleshoot problems and provide information.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Answer calls professionallyRespond to customer enquiriesResearch required information using available resourcesHandle and resolve complaintsProvide customers with product and service informationRoute calls to appropriate resourcesFollow up customer calls where necessaryComplete call logsProduce call reports.Build customer’s interest in the services and products offered by the companyArrange for the dispatch information packages, brochures etc. to clients and interested partiesCommunication skills – verbal, written and eloquenceKnowledgeable and quick in decision makingMature,temperament,patience and empathyPassion for peopleIT skills including familiarity of CRM solutions Good memory, ability to comprehend, captures as well as interprets basic customer information.Ability to follow throughSelf-drive initiativeSound judgmental powers; ability to manage difficult customer situationsAttention to detailsBusiness related degreeAt least one year insurance experienceProgress in Professional qualification in insurance e.g. ACII, COP preferredKnowledge in customer service principles and practicesKnowledge of call centre telephony and technologyOne year experience in sales and marketing and customer serviceHow to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send application to kenyanrecruiter@gmail.com, indicating on the subject line the role title.

Deadline for application is Tuesday 15th May, 2012.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

The Banda School

A Specialist Learning Support Teacher

A degree or masters in specific learning difficulties will be required as will several years of committed practice in this special field.

Head of History

A dynamic and highly motivated graduate to head up this well established department.

Early applications with CV, photograph and names, addresses and telephone numbers of two referees should be e-mailed to the Headmaster by Monday 30th April 2012.

Tel: 00254-20-8891220/60

E-mail: office@bandaschool.com

Avenue Healthcare
Provider based Health Maintenance Organization specializing in corporate medical schemes seeks hardworking, enthusiastic professionals for full time positions in our Hospital & Clinics

1. Registered Medical Practitioners - MB, ChB for positions in an innovative, challenging hospital and outpatient clinic environment with strong emphasis on preventive medicine, health education and exemplary service.

2. Pharmaceutical Technologists
Minimum requirements:
* Diploma in pharmaceutical technology from a recognized institution,
* Current Registration from the Pharmacy & Poisons Board.
* Minimum 2 years work experience in busy computerized pharmacy.
* Applicants with 6 years experience have an added advantage.

3. Laboratory Technologists
Minimum requirements:
* Diploma in laboratory technology from a recognized institution,
* Current registration from the Kenya Laboratory Technicians & Technologists Board.
* Applicants with 5 years experience have an added advantage.

4. Registered KRN Nurses
Minimum requirements:
* Higher Diploma from a recognized institution.
* Minimum 2 years work experience in a busy hospital or clinic setting.

If you meet the above requirements please e-mail, or deliver your application, detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates on or before Friday 27th April 2012 to:

The Human Resources Dept., Administration Block
Avenue Hospital, First Parklands Avenue, Nairobi
E-Mail: hr@avenuehealthcare.com

Salaries commensurate with experience, excellent benefits package

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Our Client, a leading insurance and financial services company in East Africa seeks to recruit a Deputy Medical Claims Manager. (S)He will be reporting to the Medical Claims Manager.

Main Purpose

To control and manage medical claims processes & procedures through the use of effective techniques to achieve the objectives of claims cost control, operational efficiency and meeting of the customer service charter in claims payment.

Responsibilities:

Oversight of the claims process flows to ensure efficiency in processing of claims as per the company medical claims procedure manualsVerification and audit of outpatient and inpatient claims as per the claims manual and customer service charter manual to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.Negotiate professional fees and hospital charges including discounts to control expenditure.Oversee processing, settlement of all claims and authorize requisitions.Holding regular business meetings with service providers to ensure compliance on contract terms, use of agreed systems and agreed tariffs.Monitor, prevent and control medical claims fraud by carrying out regular audits on the internal and external systems/ processes as well as providers.Supervise, train and mentor medical claims staff to achieve a high level of motivation and productivity by the team.Prepare regular claims reports to clients, management and advice underwriter health on relevant claims findings for medical risk review.Diploma or Degree in Nursing Diploma in Insurance and or a degree in Health systems Management/ Business management will be an added advantage2 years experience in clinical settingAt least 3 years of experience working as a claims team leader in a busy insurance environmentExcellent communication and negotiation skills.Excellent public relations and interpersonal relationship skills. Extensive networking with SP and other medical insurersExcellent analytical and monitoring skillsUser IT skills in database management and office systems.Ability to evaluate decisions made in benefit utilization management.Integrity and honesty How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send applications to kenyanrecruiter@gmail.com, indicating on the subject line the role title.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

An International NGO has a vacancy for a Programme Officer with 3 years experience in data collection, analysis and synthesis and preparation of strategic information for decision makers
TI-Kenya is a non-profit organization founded in 1999 and works towards a transparent and corruption free Kenya, by promoting good governance and social justice.
TI-Kenya is part of the Transparency International group that is a non-partisan coalition of individuals with a shared vision of a corruption free world.
It is an autonomous Chapter in the Transparency International movement, with which we share knowledge and exchange ideas for the greater good of Kenya and the world at large.
TI-Kenya is seeking to recruit a Programme Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation.
We invite applications for interested persons. To be considered you must meet the following minimum requirements explained below:
Department: Programmes
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director/Head of Programmes

Summary 
Under the supervision of the Deputy Executive Director/ Head of Programmes, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for monitoring TI-Kenya Programmes.
As part of the monitoring requirement, he/she will identify gaps in gathered/received/researched information and make recommendations for necessary action.

Duties and Responsibilities 
1. Setting up/reviewing the M&E System
•Conduct and coordinate reviews of:
1.an institutional M&E plan incorporating objectives, procedures and tools and
2.a Logical Framework matrix providing performance and impact indicators and corresponding means of verification
•In collaboration with stakeholders, develop an overall framework for both programme and project M&E that includes (but is not limited to) annual reviews, participatory impact assessments, process and operations monitoring, and lessons-learned
•Guide the process for identifying and designing the key indicators for each component to record and report physical progress against the Strategic and Annual Action Plans. Steer the process for designing the format of such progress reports.
•Guide the process for identifying key performance questions and parameters for monitoring performance and comparing it to targets. Design the format for such performance reports.
•Clarify core information needs including: Board, Members, SMT; programmes/projects and staff; funding agencies; cooperating institutions/partner implementing agencies
•Review the quality of existing social and economic data in the programme/project areas, methods of collection and its facility to provide a baseline for impact evaluation. Draw up the TOR for, design and cost out a baseline survey and a needs assessment survey.
•Recruit, guide and supervise organisations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating effects and impacts ensuring that all contracts include specifications for internal monitoring, reporting and penalties.
•Clarify personnel M&E responsibilities; align M&E activities with annual work plans; prepare timelines and budgets

2. Implementation of M&E
Oversee and execute M&E activities included in the Annual Work Plan, with particular focus on results and impacts as well as in lesson learning. In particular:
•Based on the Strategic and Annual Action Plans, and in particular programme/project budgets, design a framework for the physical and process monitoring of activities promoting a results-based approach emphasizing impact
•Guide and coordinate the preparation of progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and guide their timely submission including: quarterly progress reports; annual programme reports; project reports; inception/ad-hoc technical reports
•Analyse reports for impact evaluation. Prepare consolidated reports highlighting: problems and actions needed; potential bottlenecks; specific recommendations
•Collaborate with staff and implementing partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of activities, effects and impacts.
•Identify needs and draw up TORs for specific studies; recruit, guide and supervise consultants or organisations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating project effects and impacts
•Prepare TORs and oversee mid-term and final evaluations
•Ensure that, in general, monitoring arrangements comply with funding agreements and, in particular, that the provisions of such agreements are fully observed in the design of programme/project M&E.
•Inform and join external supervision and evaluation missions.

3. Capacity Building/Lessons learned
•Develop a plan for capacity-building on M&E and any required IT support.
•Foster participatory planning/monitoring by regular training and refresher activities
•Supervising, evaluating and developing the capacity of programme staff
•Plan for regular opportunities to identify lessons learned by:
1.Consolidating a culture of lessons learned by allocating staff specific responsibilities
2.Ensuring TORs for consultants incorporate lessons learned mechanisms
3.Documenting and disseminating lessons at least once a year
4.Supporting and coordinating participation in existing networks

4. Communication
•Prepare reports on M&E findings
•Undertake regular field visits if required to support implementation and identify needs.
•Guide the regular sharing of M&E findings with primary stakeholders.
•Provide regular management information highlighting areas of concern
•Check that monitoring data are discussed in appropriate forums and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future action. If necessary, create such discussion forums.
•Facilitate access to M&E data for the relevant stakeholders.

5. Resource Mobilisation/Budget Management and Reporting
•Developing resourcing strategies that effectively respond to long-term and short-term programme and organisational objectives.
•Identifying and securing bi-lateral / multi-lateral donor funding in accordance with budget targets and maintaining healthy project proposal pipeline.
•Promoting the integration of transparency and anti-corruption into donor agendas by undertaking donor research and developing and maintaining effective donor advocacy.
•Narrative and financial reporting internally, to donors, to governments and to partners.

The above duties and responsibilities cover the main tasks and convey the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively for this position.
Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organisational needs.

Qualifications and Experience
1. Education and Qualification
•A graduate degree in information or a management related field or a relevant social science discipline.
2. Knowledge
•Familiar with anti-corruption and good governance issues in Kenya and East Africa
•Demonstrated understanding of the project cycle management
•Strong knowledge of M & E methodology and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory); quality assurance.
•The logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches;
•Research design and implementation for studies and surveys
•Training in M&E development and implementation;
•Facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders;
•Report writing.
3. Experience
•5 years of practical experience in monitoring and evaluation in the East African region
•Demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis and synthesis and preparation of strategic information for decision makers
•Proven track record of successful experience in writing reports and reviews, delivering presentation and defending recommendations
•Experience in working in multi-cultural environment
•Experience of working in an NGO or a civil society of organization working on monitoring and evaluation.

Competencies
•A solid understanding of the environment in which TI-Kenya operates; commitment to and understanding of TI-Kenya’s mission, vision and objectives
•Familiarity with processes of strengthening local organisations and capacities;
•Willing to undertake regular field and other external visits and interact with different stakeholders, from citizens monitoring groups to bilateral and multilateral donors;
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
•Ability to work closely in a team environment
•Strong analytical skills
•Highly organised and detail oriented; able to prioritise and produce work of a consistently high standard;
•Leadership qualities, personnel and team management.
Interested applicants should send their detailed application letters and CVs highlighting relevant experience, a daytime telephone contact and email address by Close of Business on 2nd May 2012 to:

Executive Director
Transparency International – Kenya
P.O. Box 198, Nairobi, City Square 00200
e-mail: transparency@tikenya.org

Website: www.tikenya.org
Please note that we will not accept hard copy applications
Transparency International - Kenya is an equal opportunity employer

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Position: Insurance Sales Lady

Job Description

Initiating and closing sales for the company’s existing and upcoming propertiesClient Relationship managementnew business generation to both individual and corporate clients.Must be a results focused person with a record of converting prospects into clients specifically in the real estate industryHas solid sales experience and contacts within the insurance industryA confident person with professional skills to build a rapport and win the trust of clientsMust have the right attitude to sellA track record of closing business deals in the insurance industryA drive to achieve sales resultsAbility to work autonomouslyA desire to be rewarded for sales successAbility to work under and withstand alot of pressure!A Diploma in sales and marketing, a degree will be an added advantage.At least two years experience in the insurance industry.A member if a professional body e.g. CIM etc is an added advantage.Email: recruit@odumont.com

Deadline: 5/05/2012

Our Client, a leading Insurance company in the region, seeks to recruit an Agency Training and Development Manager to effectively achieve its strategic objectives

Main Purpose:

Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Distribution, the position holder will be in charge of designing and implementing comprehensive sales training programs aimed at enabling the sales team achieve set corporate objectives.

Responsibilities:

Developing and implementing a Direct sales force sales way to ensure that the Agents get the necessary training including all areas of training sales personnel, motivation, and product training Designing, Developing and implementing a training calendar for the Agents in all areas of training including in-house and external courses and trainingLiaising and Coordinating training sessions with consultants, the Staff & Managers in designated areas and programsDesigning sales skills manuals and training programmes in consultation with the relevant managersInducting the Newly recruited Agents and Sales Managers into the company’s way of selling – carrying out the on- boarding training processImparting product & process training to the sales teamMonitoring of training skill achieved by the Sales TeamProviding one-on-one coaching and field training in conjunction with sales managersAssisting Sales Managers and Regional Sales Managers in Agents recruitments by conducting career sessionsEducation and Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Education, Finance or any other business related field.At least 2-4 years’ experience in training of sales teams in the financial services sector, of which 1 year should be within an Insurance Company. High caliber sales professional with a strong inclination to transfer his/her abilities to others and making a personal impact on the lives of traineesAbility to be both a trainer and a business coachHigh level of initiative and self-driveProficiency in the use of Ms Office suite Passionate about developing people and constantly upgrading his/her personal competenciesGood communications and interpersonal skills How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send applications to kenyanrecruiter@gmail.com, indicating on the subject line the role title.

Deadline for application is Friday 27th April, 2012.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya Program is seeking to recruit Kenyan nationals for the following positions:

1. Area Coordinator

The Area Coordinator (AC) will based in Dadaab and shall be responsible to and report directly to the Programs Coordinator in Nairobi for the carrying out of his/her duties.

This is a senior professional position, which requires effective diplomacy plus critical, analytical, facilitative and communication skills as well as representational and management skills.

Guided by the DWS Country Strategy, the AC’s functions and responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, the following;

More specifically the duties and responsibilities shall include the following:

Responsible for management of all issues relating to the project cycle in accordance with the project agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), with related agencies and back donors.To be responsible for the supervision and training of those staff responsible to him/her in the proper conduct of their duties.Maintain close collaboration with partners, including UNHCR, Government of Kenya line Ministries, other agencies, and host and refugee community leaders at all times and phases of the project.Ensure adherence to the existing policy documents (and manuals)To ensure that project proposals, monitoring & evaluation activities, progress reports and other documentation relating to ‘project cycle’ matters are developed, finalized and submitted to the Program Coordinator within the relevant time frame.Conduct regular field visits to ensure close supervision, monitoring and coordination of activities and update the Program Coordinator.Ensuring that things get done and activities are implemented with quality and according to given deadlinesTo participate in meetings and other official missions as a representative for the LWF Dadaab Projects.To be a member of the Dadaab Project Management Team and the Joint Management Team that meets quarterly.Any other duties as assigned by direct supervisorRelevant Experience and skills
Several years of experience at management levelYou must be a people-oriented person,Well experienced in managing highly competent staff,Able to build and maintain good working relationships with refugees, communities, partners, donors and other agencies is a key competence.Strong manager who is also listening to and involving your staff..Able to do many different things at the same time,Personal integrity is very important.Respect and appreciate working with people from different cultures, ethnic backgrounds, religions and nationalities.2. Program Officer: LWF Humanitarian Emergency Team East & Central Africa

The LWF Humanitarian Emergency Team is based in Nairobi and responsible for implementation of the LWF emergency response strategy in Eastern and Central Africa.

The team will have core competences in regards to emergency response and scaling up of ongoing response, emergency preparedness, risk reduction and rapid assessment of emergencies. It is envisaged that more than 50% of the time will be spent outside Kenya.

The Programme Officer will, under the Team Leader, be responsible to plan, implement and scale up emergency response operations through various sectors including WASH, Shelter, Camp Management and Protection.

Liaise with partners, coordinate the LWF response with other actors and ensure that implementation is coordinated with the LWF country program in respective country (when applicable).

He/She is expected to play a leading role in the practical aspects of emergency response.

The Programme Officer shall have the capacity to assess/respond to emergencies in countries were the LWF already have a presence (scale up/start up under the oversight of the respective Country Representative), as well as capacity to assess/respond to emergencies in other countries in the region.

The incumbent will also be involved in training of staff on emergency preparedness and response, contingency planning and rapid assessments.

Professional Qualifications

A University degree in social science including disaster management/ international relations from a recognized university.Relevant experience and competencies
5 years of experience in I/NGO’s.Experience in conducting needs assessments and setting up new programmes in emergency setting.Knowledge of different sectors including WASH, Shelter, Camp Management and Protection.Experience in training of staff.Knowledge of DRR, HAP, Rights Based Approach and other humanitarian principles and approaches.Proven, documented practical field experience from more than one country in East and Central Africa will be an important aspect.All persons must be able to travel, frequently, with very short notice and be able and willing to stay out of the home base for several weeks or even months at a time.LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/former employment.

They should reach the undersigned by close of business on 2nd May, 2012:

C/o Office Administrator,
P.O. Box 40870, GPO-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya

or e-mail to: hrlwfkenya.acdadaab@gmail.com

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Internal audit job in Kenya at an Embu sacco. Internal audit job requires degree and CPA(K)
A fast growing rural sacco society invites audit job applications from suitably qualified Kenyan job candidates for the following audit job.

Internal Auditor 1 Post Re: NNS/IA/010
Minimum Audit Qualifications, Skills and Experience
* CPA (K)
* A degree in Business related studies / Diploma in Co-operative Management will be an added
advantage.
* Computer literate.
* Good analytical and leadership skills.
* At least 3 years experience in Audit Control in a busy financial institution.
* Must be at least 28 years of age.
* Must have attained a C+ in KCSE

Job applications accompanied by a detailed C.V and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials should be sent to the address below quoting the job reference number on the envelope to reach on or before 19th April 2012.

The Chief executive officer
Nawiri Sacco Society Ltd
P. O Box 400-60100
Embu.

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Our Client, a leading Insurance company in the region, seeks to recruit an Information Call Centre Manager to effectively achieve its strategic objectives

Role Summary:

Manage, supervise and coordinate activities of the Information / call centre

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Setting and meeting performance targets for speed, efficiency and quality;Managing the daily running of the Call Centre;Liaising with other departments, managers and third parties to gather information and resolve issues;Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry developments and involvement in networks;Monitoring random calls to improve quality, minimize errors and track operative performance;Reviewing the performance of call Centre agents, identifying training needs and planning training sessions;Recording statistics, user rates and the performance levels of the Centre and preparing reports;Handle escalated and complex customer complaints or enquiries;Organizing staffing, including shift patterns and the number of staff required to meet demand;Improving performance by raising efficiency and sourcing new equipment to enable this, e.g. new dialing productsAbility to read, analyse and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals etc.Ability to write reports, business correspondencesAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients etc.Quick on your feet reasoning abilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables Organisational skillsBachelor’s degree in B Com, Marketing or equivalent required.Minimum of 3 years’ experience in insurance industryMinimum of 3 years progressive management experienceMinimum of 3 years’ experience in data extraction, report formulation, interpretation and analysisStrong written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send application to kenyanrecruiter@gmail.com, indicating on the subject line the role title.

Deadline for application is Tuesday 15th May, 2012.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.