Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (Ref. No. IRS/84/112014)

HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

icipe—the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology—is an international research organisation focused on African insect science for food and health. Its mission is to alleviate poverty by ensuring food security, improving health, protecting the environment and building the capacity of researchers and communities across the developing world. icipe has over 450 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia, and projects in a number of countries across Africa.

icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS in the Office of the Director General. The position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya. This is an international position. After successfully completing a six-month probation period, the appointment will initially be for two years, with a possibility of extension of the first contract. A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

icipe‘s communications

This role is a chance to help shape the communications agenda of an international organisation. In collaboration with the management team, the successful candidate will design and implement a Centre-wide communications strategy, boosting the visibility of the Centre to its international donors and sharing the results of its research widely.

This role will be supported by a communications team of four full-time staff (a communications officer, a graphics designer, a science editor and an administrative assistant). Across the organisation, there are several communication officers and social scientists whose work supports the aims of the Communications Unit. Various other writers, photographers and filmmakers who are familiar with icipe‘s work will be available to support specific projects.

icipe‘s communication outputs include its website, newsletters, corporate reports, training and dissemination materials, internal bulletins, social media, as well as scholarly articles in journals (including our journal, the International Journal of Tropical Insect Science).

Living in Nairobi

Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, with a population of over three million and plentiful supermarkets, malls, bars and restaurants as well as many parks and open spaces. Although it is important to be conscious of security, Kenyans are largely warm, welcoming and forgiving of visitors.

Nairobi has a thriving international research scene, hosting various CGIAR centres and several UN agencies. icipe employs a number of international staff. If the successful candidate is appointed from outside Kenya, he or she will be offered support to relocate and settle in the city.

Key responsibilities

Provide leadership and coordination for all communication activities of the Centre to enhance icipe‘s visibility and credibility as a centre of excellence by supporting the development and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy to raise the profile of icipe‘s corporate brand, programmes, projects and individual researchers.

Strengthen and diversify icipe‘s communications products by reviewing the adequacy of icipe‘s current communication materials and recommending improvements. Oversee the design and production of icipe‘s various publications, including press releases, corporate reports, brochures, training materials, newsletters, social media posts and the website.

Provide communication/information advice and assistance to icipe teams, helping them to meet their visibility obligations to donors and partners either by assigning the work to the internal icipe team or by contracting the work to consultants, and coach research and support staff on the implementation of the communications strategy.

Share icipe‘s work widely in local and international media, meeting our obligations to donors, collaborating with partners and stakeholders, and bringing the results of our research to those who might benefit from it.

Ensure effective and appealing internal communication on icipe business, relevant topics, strategies and management decisions through internal bulletins, intranet and meetings, and help to organise workshops, seminars, exhibitions and employee functions in liaison with the management team.

Ensure crisis preparedness and communications procedures are known and respected.

Establish and manage an annual budget for communication functions in a responsible and cost-effective manner.

To be accountable for all communication activities of the Centre including advocacy and liaison activities with organisations with similar interests locally and internationally.

Knowledge and skills required for performing the job

Knowledge of media advertising and publishing is essential.

Highly proficient in both spoken and written English. Knowledge of oral and written French is an added advantage.

Computer proficiency particularly in MS Office Suite, and familiarity with desktop publishing and spreadsheet software is essential.

Familiarity with Apple Macintosh computers is an added advantage.

Minimum qualifications required

Degree in journalism, communications or related specification is essential.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are mandatory.

Minimum experience required

5 years of related professional experience in positions of responsibility in an international or commercial organisation with an international scope.

Experience in journalism/media relations.

Proven track record in team leading, and capabilities in driving and developing a communications team.

Strong in relationship building with journalists and other relevant external and internal stakeholder groups.

High degree of organisation, adaptability and prioritisation, and documentation skills.

Ability to think strategically and to develop and execute a strategic communications plan, as well as the supporting messages and communication activities.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and well within teams.

Reporting

This position reports to the Director General.

The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and Application online : Click Here

Why you must keep your money separate from your partner

Source: Moneyunder30

There is something always said about keeping money and love separate so that the two do not taint each other. When you are in love, it’s natural to combine your finances because you feel like you want to share something.

Interestingly, financially binding yourself to your partner is the most drastic and potentially destructive move you can ever make.

Why keeping your money separate from your partner is important

1. Things will be much easier if the relationship fails
No one enters a relationship planning for its failure, but it makes sense to be realistic and know that most romances are just temporary.

By keeping separate accounts, you will have an easier time moving on from a relationship that turns sour.

Also, financial independence can make one party to stay in a relationship just for the sake of money.

Many relationships continue for the wrong reasons because one party has become monetarily dependent on the other.

2. It will be easier to monitor the spending
When money goes missing or bills go unpaid it can be tough to pinpoint which person is responsible. When accounts are separate, no such detective work is necessary. If it’s one person’s job to pay the electric bill every month and it went unpaid, it’s clear who the culprit is.

Keeping finances separate with your partner will make both parties to be accountable

When one person is dependent on the other’s finances, they tend to drive the other person away.

Both partners are better off when they take ownership of their own finances.

When you have your own money, you have the right to be aware of how much you have in your accounts, when payments are due and where exactly your paycheck goes.

This way no one can spend the money unwisely and feel uncountable for everything.

3. There will be fewer disagreements
Two people, no matter how well matched, have the exact same financial philosophy and values. Someone is bound to do something that irritates the other, fueling resentments and bitter arguments that can quickly escalate into breakups that have very little to do with money.

When each party is allowed the privacy to handle their money the way they see fit, there’s less of a chance of sparking a quarrel.

So keep your money to yourself and avoid fights!

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PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Somalia Program Support Services (SPSS) contract implemented by International Business and Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI) provides evaluation services and program support for the USAID/East Africa/Somalia Office. It is based in Nairobi, Kenya. The program involves management of multiple simultaneous task orders supporting the USAID program in Somalia, including: implementing an ongoing monitoring system for funded activities; baseline studies and evaluations; managing a data clearinghouse; technical assistance and training to implementing partners and the Mission on aspects of performance management. Sectors encompass education, stabilization, governance, and economic growth.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Chief of Party (COP), who has overall responsibility for contract implementation, the Contract Management Specialist (CMS) will have day-to-day responsibility in assisting the COP with management of multiple task orders, and for monitoring compliance with contract delivery requirements and pertinent USAID policies. This involves oversight of work plan progress for numerous concurrent SPSS task orders, to ensure that the staff and funds are coordinated effectively and efficiently in the delivery of SPSS deliverables and results. The CMS collaborates closely with senior program and administration staff in Nairobi and at the Home Office to ensure adherence to organizational program standards and procedures. This requires liaising with individual program staff and coordinating and ensuring proper implementation of the program in accordance with IBTCI and USAID policies. The CMS supports the COP in maintaining a team environment. This is a 6 month consultancy position, with possibility of renewal.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Maintain a central role ensuring that each task order has a detailed work plan, that respective managers adhere to the work plans, and makes adjustments as appropriate.

· Responsible for maintaining the master work plan, to monitor all task order internal and client deadlines, and how corporate, internal and external resources are managed to support the smooth implementation of each task order with an overall system of corporate procedures and resources.

· Liaises with program staff day-to-day to monitor task order implementation timeliness and provide mentoring, coaching and capacity-building/training to staff, as needed.

· Ensure all task order staff develop and implement work plans in-line with the work plan and log frame.

· Liaises with the Home Office to oversee the subcontracts mechanisms, ensuring that all subcontract processes are implemented in an open, transparent and efficient manner and that staff monitor the subcontracts to keep them on schedule (including program implementation, spending and reporting) and within the parameters set by each subcontract. Liaise with the Finance Manager for payments, financial monitoring/compliance and closeout procedures.

· Along with the COP, Senior Technical Advisor and other Nairobi-based staff, and HO staff, recruit, on-board, and assist program staff with management of short-term consultants and teams, which can be operating simultaneously.

· Assists the COP with client reporting requirements to ensure program implementation meets client expectations, quality and regulations.

· Assists the COP with reviewing documents, reports and deliverables when required.

· Other duties as requested or assigned by the COP.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

· Minimum eight (8) years of experience in program management and contract compliance,

· Strong organizational skills, analytical capabilities, able to work in a fast-paced environment.

· Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English

· Familiarity with financial systems and administrative procedures, ideally with USAID or USG.

· Experienced in operational and organizational management, personnel management and supervision.

· Familiarity with standard/office IT applications and demonstrated ability to multi-task.

SUCCESS FACTORS

The successful CMS will apply a strong combination of management and team building abilities. As this position requires helping to ensure the timely delivery of multiple products and tasks to implement SPSS, the successful CMS will have strong organizational and project management ability. Other factors include:

1. Versatile multi-tasker with the proven ability to organize and prioritize many urgent tasks


2. Demonstrated ability to lead and communicate effectively with team members of varied work styles, follow procedures, and meet deadlines


3. Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving


4. Proven ability to learn quickly, take initiative, and be accountable for results


5. Ability to understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details.

Job Description

KickStart International prides itself in being an award-winning, global nonprofit social enterprise that develops and mass- markets low-cost irrigation solutions that are bought by thousands of small-holder farmers in developing countries and used to increase their income by up to a factor of ten, enabling them to lift themselves sustainably out of poverty. 

Function: Partnerships & Sales 

Reports to: Country Director

Staff directly reporting to this post: Partnership and Sales Officers

Works with: Partners with the relevant institutions, NGOs, Farmer’s Cooperatives, Micro Finances and Extension staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and the  County Government, Farmers, Washington State University

Key Areas of Accountability:

The Regional Partnership and Sales Manager key focus will include:

Manage the Partnership and Sales Officers in the region ensuring that each meet their monthly set target, prepare and send daily, weekly and monthly reports and that Guarantee forms, Tone Kwa Tone and Rent to Own documents are filled and sent to the office and on time.

Ensuring that all donor funded project activities and targets for the region are achieved and exceeded

Managing dealer accounts and relationship ensuring that dealers pay on time, have adequate stock of pumps, accessories, spares, demonstration kits and is branded.

With the assistance of the Global Marketing Manager ensure that all field marketing activities and especially the word of mouth related activities are undertaken.

Engage all the potential partner organizations, government agencies (both National and County) and farmers groups to make sales

Train partner organizations, farmers groups, other stake holders and government agencies on the importance of irrigation and farming as a business.

Train dealers on MoneyMaker products, branding, creating a MoneyMaker Estate for visibility, stock management, product demonstration, filling guarantee forms and any other KickStart related document that originates or is relevant to dealers

Represent KickStart in various Stakeholders forums to articulate KickStart position

Responsible for all KickStart assets and resources in the region

Staff development and training on Sales and Partnership  issues

In liaison with Product Innovation and Development carry out Market test for new innovative products and services

Key Performance Indicators

Achieve set sales and partnership targets and grow sales for the MoneyMaker pumps in the region focusing towards the 2020 KickStart vision.

Cost effective,  sustainable and timely selling process and pump delivery

Development of good sales pipeline with potential partners in the region and repeated sales from the same

Effective team management to increase sales performance per individual sales officer

Effective management of resources especially vehicle, Sales and marketing materials and routes

Good and productive working relationship with dealers in the region

Understanding of the expected results for each donor funded project and the timing in the region.

In depth understanding of the area of operation, potential areas and partners

Production of daily, weekly and monthly reports

Ensure that every Partnership and Sales Officers uses the Hot prospect system and the daily sms-interactive reporting system

Principle Accountabilities

Prepare and implement the work plan for the sales in the region

Set sales targets, manage and resolve work related issues for Partnership and Sales Officers

Manage dealers and their accounts in the region

Carry out specific donor related activities to ensure that the agreed targets are met and superseded

Develop and build relationships with potential partners to promote irrigation work and sell pumps

Negotiate and close bulk sales with partners

Attend Stake holders meeting  and hold joint field days, shows and exhibitions

Mentoring and training of the Partnership and Sales Officers

Strengthen the existing systems and processes for customer service

Liaise with the County governments for various licenses

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing,

At least 3 years’ experience selling farm tools/equipment

Experience managing people, partnerships and sales outlets.

Proven ability to handle challenging work load

Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;

Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;

Commitment to KickStart’s values

Skills and Behaviours

Strong customer focus

Results/Performance Orientation – proven “self-starter” who is flexible and adaptable

Able to work effectively in an unstructured and fast moving environment

Able to work effectively with limited guidance and oversight

A can-do entrepreneurial spirit

Excellent personal communication & negotiation skills

Strong analytical abilities ,presentation skills and detail oriented

Shares KickStart’s values and believe in its Mission

Fluency in English and other local languages required

How to Apply

If you feel you are the right candidate to fill this position, please send your CV and Cover letter to hr@kickstart.org quoting the position title on the subject line by COB 7th March, 2015.

See www.KickStart.org for more information

Procedure in the application of the PwC Graduate Trainee Programme

Compiled by Elizabeth Benu

Over the years, PwC has established itself in the market as a firm that invests in young talent through their graduate programme.

If you are a graduate looking to start a great career, their 2015 graduate Programme is open.

Here are tips on how to apply for the PwC Graduate Programme:

Visit their career page HERE and click on the apply button at the end of the description.

Before beginning the process you are provided with instructions on how to complete all fields in the application form and warned against leaving an incomplete application without first saving it. This allows you to leave the application without losing the data you have provided.

The next step requires you to log in to your account or create an account if you do not have one.

For those without an account they will be required to fill a form with their name details, their email address and a password

After creating an account, you will be led to your personal profile with five forms to fill. They are as follows:

Steps in the application of the PwC graduate Trainee Programme

Personal Information page: where you fill in your title, three names, gender, date of birth, ID or passport number, nationality, email address, phone number, address, expected salary, why you are looking for a job there and where you heard about the job.

Education History Page: where you include the name of the institution, sub-school or department, date of graduation, qualification title, your degree and high school results, professional qualifications, employment history, salary, reason for leaving, notice period and other benefits.

In this step you will also give details about the languages you speak and the level of proficiency, your referees and any other skills you have.

Attach Your CV Page: This is where you attach your CV that does not exceed a size of 5120 kb and file formats as advised on the form.

Attach Your Cover Letter Page: You are allowed to either attach your cover letter or type it into a dialogue box that is provided.

The final step is where you submit your application. Before submission ensure that you have completed filling the forms as carefully as possible.

All the best in your applications.

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The Network of African National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI) is a regional membership organization for African National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs). NANHRI currently has 44 members, of whom 18 are now accredited as A status NHRIs by the International Coordinating Committee of the National Institutions for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights (ICC). The NANHRI Secretariat office is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Our mission is to support, through national, sub‐regional, regional and international cooperation, the establishment, strengthening and development of NHRIs in Africa in order to enable them to more effectively undertake their mandate of human rights monitoring, promotion, protection and advocacy. Our vision is an Africa where every country has a well functioning NHRI established in accordance with the Paris Principlescontributing meaningfully to a continent characterized by human rights culture and justice for all.

Background

State Parties have specific obligations to (i) respect, (ii) protect, and (iii) fulfill the rights contained in the international and regional human rights conventions.

Various steps have been taken by African States, individually and through international assistance and cooperation to promote and protect human rights and freedoms of its citizens. Among this is the establishment of NHRIs which are in the unique position to promote and protect human rights, while they also play an oversight role. Many NHRIs face several challenges that affect their ability to effectively discharge their mandate. These include weak leadership and governance of the NHRIs, inadequate and unpredictable financial resources, lack of skilled staff, inability to be strategic or systematic in approach, inability to manage human rights programs, perceptions that they are not independent and that they base their actions on donor interests.

It is no wonder that the human rights situations in several countries in the region remain weak even after 20 years from the time NHRIs were established. The rights of citizens are still violated, some of whom have not been able to access justice. There are low levels of human rights respect in society and among public officials. The majority of citizens lack awareness on human rights and there are still laws, policies and practices going on that are insensitive to human rights norms. Even when there is a comprehensive bill of rights in the Constitution, implementation is weak. Reports of marginalization and exclusion are still rampant.

Given this, the NHRIs can only make a difference when they have the necessary capacities to discharge their constitutional/legislative mandates, and hence promote their credibility and relevance as part of a national human rights system. Consequently, NANHRI in line with its current strategic plan under the strategic priority 1: Strengthening the capacity of African NHRIswill strengthen the capacity of the South Sudan Human Rights Commission (SSHRC) to enable it to better deliver on its functions and contribute to increasing human rights respect in the country through a gaps analysis exercise.

Strengthening human rights at country level is an objective common to the Network of African National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI). To better understand its member NHRIs and their respective capacity needs, NANHRI conducts gaps analysis with a view to understanding their current capacities and the gaps that the NHRI needs to develop in order to work effectively in the future. This process is beneficial both to the member NHRI and to NANHRI which is consequently able to have a better understanding and appreciation of the needs of its members. The outcome of these assessments presents NANHRI with an invaluable opportunity to tailor future capacity building interventions individually to each member.

The capacity assessment of the South Sudan Human Rights Commission (SSHRC) seeks to identify its strengths as enablers for, and the gaps that prevent it from working effectively. The findings and conclusions are expected to form the basis for strategic and programmatic support to the SSHRC.

This initiative will be done jointly by NANHRI (through the MacArthur Foundation grant) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Country Office in South Sudan with the involvement of key national strategic partners.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of the consultancy is to assess and develop strategies to address the most important capacity needs of the SSHRC.

Expected OUTPUTS / Deliverables:

The Consultant will work under the supervision of the NANHRI and in coordination with the SSHRC, the UNDP and the OHCHR (regional and country level) and other key partners to deliver the following outputs:

• Draft/review a Concept Note to carry out a capacity self assessment of the SSHRC;


• Review and strengthen existing tools and instruments to carry out the assessment;


• Provide technical advice to NANHRI and NHRI on best practice in carrying out a holistic and comprehensive self assessment of SSHRC to deliver on its mandates;


• Facilitate the capacity self assessment of the SSHRC and draft a report;


• An internal report documenting the lessons learnt through this exercise necessary to assist NANHRI, UNDP and OHCHR to consolidate its NHRI capacity assessment tools and methodologies.

SCOPE OF WORK

• Review literature on national human rights systems, and capacity assessment tools and methodologies for NHRIs, making comparisons between those from UNDP, NANHRI and other development agencies across the globe and in Africa particularly;


• Review and facilitate consensus on a Concept Note providing among others, a framework and methodology for the assessment, with a possibility of self assessment;


• Facilitate the assessment visit drawing on lessons from the recently completed assessments.


• Document and analyse the factors and drivers for a successful assessment, and elicit lessons for good practice that can be replicated and which will be used to consolidate assessment approach with a strong emphasis on self assessment;


• Recommend key policy and programmatic principles that NANHRI can consider in strengthening its own capacity development tool by tailoring it to the context of NHRIs.

Duration of the Contract

The time frame for delivering the outputs outlined is one month: 13^th March to 13^th April 2015. The dates for the actual assessment mission to South Sudan being from 30^th March to 4^th April 2015. The Consultant will be expected to deliver 15 days of work during the one month period. These days may be worked non- consecutively following agreement with NANHRI in consultation with SSHRC.

Competencies

• Proven expertise on human rights and national human rights systems and NHRIs in particular, and experiences in identifying best practices in policy and programmatic process related to the effectiveness of NHRIs;


• Experience of working for the United Nations on human rights and on establishment or strengthening of NHRIs, in particular in the Africa region;


• Experience in facilitating organizational development initiatives and delivering workshops for NHRIs and their key partners;


• Extensive experience in participating in drafting policy papers, carrying out studies and research;


• In depth understanding of the Africa region is an advantage.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• Advanced university degree in political science, economics, public policy and administration, public sector finance, development studies, or human rights law;


• Minimum 10 years of experience in human rights and development and experience in working in developing countries, particularly in the Africa region;


• Knowledge and understanding of the how NHRI function and operate in challenging contexts;


• Experience working with NHRIs;


• Experience and superior understanding of development policy formulation and/or development processes to promote the realization of human rights;


• A proven track record of high level consultancy and advisory work for the United Nations and or reputable international organizations.

Payment Schedule

The Consultant will be paid a sum including reimbursable costs of travel and per diem against key deliverables as follows:

• 40% upon signature of contract


• 60% on delivery of final assessment report and draft internal report of lessons learnt

Job Description

Vacancy Announcement: Procurement Assistant

Ref No. NRS/96/022015icipe – the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology – is an international research organisation focused on African insect science for food and health.

Its mission is to alleviate poverty by ensuring food security, improving health, protecting the environment and building the capacity of researchers and communities across the developing world. 

This is a two-year contract, with a possibility of extension after successfully completing a six-month probation period of the first contract.

A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

Data entry of local purchase orders and dispatch of the same to suppliers.

Follow up payments and prepayments for assigned purchase orders.

Maintain the procurement filing system and records, filing purchase orders (PO) and retrieval of documents.

Prepare VAT application forms for submission and approval by Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and prepare for their dispatch to suppliers.

Dispatch relevant orders’ copies to the respective suppliers and registration of PO information.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Professional qualification in Purchasing and Supplies Management

Minimum of two years’ working experience in the same capacity

Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook and other computer applications.

How to Apply

All applications must arrive via email on or before the 28th February 2015.

 Please quote the job reference number NRS/96/022015 on the email subject line. 

Interested applicants should submit: 

(a) a confidential cover letter, 

(b) detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses, fax numbers), and 

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Latest Procurement Job Openings at icipe, Kenya
Vacancy Announcement: Procurement Assistant
Ref No. NRS/96/022015

icipe – the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology – is an international research organisation focused on African insect science for food and health.

Its mission is to alleviate poverty by ensuring food security, improving health, protecting the environment and building the capacity of researchers and communities across the developing world.

icipe has over 450 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia, and projects in a number of countries across Africa.

icipe wishes to recruit a suitable person to fill the position of Procurement Assistant in the Procurement Section.The position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya at the icipe Duduville campus.

This is a two-year contract, with a possibility of extension after successfully completing a six-month probation period of the first contract.

A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.

icipe Procurement Job Responsibilities:

Data entry of local purchase orders and dispatch of the same to suppliers.

Follow up payments and prepayments for assigned purchase orders.

Maintain the procurement filing system and records, filing purchase orders (PO) and retrieval of documents.

Prepare VAT application forms for submission and approval by Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and Kenya

Revenue Authority (KRA), and prepare for their dispatch to suppliers.

Dispatch relevant orders’ copies to the respective suppliers and registration of PO information.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Professional qualification in Purchasing and Supplies Management

Minimum of two years’ working experience in the same capacity

Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook and other computer applications.

Reporting: This position reports to the Procurement Manager.The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.

How to Apply
All applications must arrive via email on or before the 28th February 2015.

Please quote the job reference number NRS/96/022015 on the email subject line.

Interested applicants should submit:

(a) a confidential cover letter,

(b) detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses, fax numbers), and

(c) a one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the job, to:procurementassistant@icipe.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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This position is open to Kenyan Nationals only

Background

DRC has been present in the Horn of Africa (HoA) since 1998 when a programme was established in Somaliland. DRC HoA and Yemen works primarily with displaced Somalis, people in mixed migration flows, host communities and other conflict-affected people in Somaliland, Puntland, South and Central Somalia, Kenya, Yemen and Ethiopia

The DRC regional office has an oversight and support function, in order to maintain a high degree of accountability and to support a constant strategic development to ensure that programmes remain relevant.

Under the Strategic Priorities version 2015, DRC globally as well as DRC in the HoA and Yemen (HoAY) is committed to strengthen its operational and programmatic profile. With reference to this objective, key outputs have been developed/defined, including specific reference to Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (ME&L) in DRC.

Specifically, the ME&L Advisor

Supports the country offices to improve quality of monitoring, evaluation and accurate reporting, including training and coaching, development of M&E plans etc.

Is the regional lead in supporting the ME&L framework for DRC HoAY as well as developing and delivering key initiatives under the ME&L framework;

Ensures that the ME&L framework contributes to and is in line with DRC Global ME&L framework which is under development

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Maintain regional level M&E system in accordance with DRC minimum standards for M&E and DRC evaluation policy


• Ensure capture of lessons learned from Regional and Country Level annual review


• Ensure global level involvement larger evaluation activities in the region and support the global HQ M&E desk


• Direct support to evaluations and programme monitoring at regional and country level


• Facilitate regional trainings and meetings on M&E


• Assess existing and further develop procedures used for ensuring program quality in coordination with the global processes of strengthening monitoring and evaluation in DRC;


• Support the writing of projects/programmes and/or reports of a certain complexity as per guidelines disseminated at a country level if needed

Reporting Arrangements

Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Advisor will report to the Deputy Regional Director and work in close collaboration with the Regional Grants Manager and the Country Directors, as appropriate, the Deputy Regional Director, Regional Director and the HQ designated leads Monitoring and Evaluation.

Person specification:

• Minimum 5 years of technical experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning in a senior programmatic capacity.


• Master’s degree in fields related to organization learning, international development, or M&E.


• Demonstrated understanding & experience with M&E within complex international development context.


• Communication Skills: Excellent written and well developed oral communication skills.


• High accuracy and attention to detail.


• Work style: Well planned and organized and has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and as a team player with demonstrated leadership and participatory manner.


• In depth knowledge of HoA context.


• Willingness to travel extensively within the region.

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 into the work of DRC

Conditions

Availability: 1 April, 2015

Duty station: The position is based in Nairobi but with extensive and prolonged travel to Ethiopia and Yemen in particular and possible travel to other places in the region where some of our offices are in insecure and/or remote locations.

Contract: 1 year renewable contract dependent on both funding and performance

The terms of employment will be in accordance with DRC terms for National staff.

How to apply:

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies: here

Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than 5 March, 2015.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk

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

This position is open to Kenyan Nationals only

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Tourism Executive

Company Profile: This is a pharmaceutical venture where medicines are produced in India under the Dr. Pharma brand for the Kenyan Market. 

Major inroads already made into the multi-vitamin market under the VITADOC Brand of Doctor Pharma. Doctor Pharma also has also ventured into Medical Tourism, providing International Healthcare at affordable cost. 

It organizes every logistic from Tests locally to visa to air travel, stay and can include tourism activities whilst recuperating in the visiting country.Job Description: The person needs to consult the patients and get them get their treatment done in India of required.

For that they will have to liaise with hospitals in India, arrange visas for patients etc  (We will provide them support in doing so.)Qualifications and Experience

Should have qualification in pharmacy / Medicines UG -B.Pharma – Pharmacy

PG – Any Postgraduate – Any Specialization in medical background

Minimum 2 years of experience in Medical Tourism and 5years in either  Medical / Healthcare / Hospital  industry.

Key Skills:

Marketing, Medicine, Medical tourism

Excellent communication skills (oral & written), reporting  and presentation skills both internally and externally

Excellent negotiation skills

Good interpersonal skills

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge, meet the above minimum qualifications and experience send your Application letter along with your Current CV as One Word Document, and a daytime telephone contact to;

The Human Resource Manager
P.O Box 46279-00100
Nairobi.

OR eMail: hr.user14@gmail.com

Deadline: 27th February 2015 at 5:00pm

Sales Jobs Opportunities at Summit Recruitment, Kenya
Sales Manager – Coast

Our client, a dynamic company is seeking to recruit a Sales Manager to be based at the Coast. The successful candidate MUST have prior experience managing a sales team of not less than 8 staff.

Sales Manager Job Responsibilities:

Lead the strategic planning process for the country program including sales campaigns and non-profit operations.

Direct relationships with buyers for all key supermarket chains.

Direct relationship with distributors.

Manages, coordinates and implements sales programs.

Promoting and selling the company’s products.

Creating new opportunities for promotion of new products based on an in-depth understanding of market potential.

Preparing market reports and business plans on regular basis based on published data and market intelligence.

Visiting clients and associates around the Coastal region
Summit Recruitment Sales Jobs Qualifications:

Must have 2 – 4years’ experience as a sales manager in a well established company.

Must have a proven sales track record.

Must have a bachelor’s degree in sales & marketing.

Experience in working in an Agriculture / FMCG company will be an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.60,000 – 80,000/= depending on experience
Deadline: 1stMarch 2015

Applications:
Send your up to date CV to: jobs@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

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Job Description

Vacancy Announcement & Terms of Reference: Consultant Trainer on Donor Budgeting & Financial Management
 

1) General Background: At SOS Children’s Villages International (SOS) we believe that children can only develop to their full potential if they have a supportive and protective family environment. We work to make this a reality. 

We are a development organization which works in the areas of child care, education, health, child rights, research and emergency response. 

The East & Southern Africa region comprises of the following Member Associations (MA): Ethiopia, Burundi, Rwanda, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Somalia, Somaliland, Ghana, Nigeria, Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

SOS International has been implementing an Institutional Partnership Development (IPD) Strategy globally to support MAs to diversify their funding base and become more self-reliant in securing locally raised income, especially from institutional donors. 

The East and Southern Africa regional office intends to conduct an intensive training on donor budgeting and financial management for its institutional fundraising and finance managers from the following countries – Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia, Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
 

2) Objectives of the Assignment: The objective of the training is to facilitate individual and organizational learning on donor budgeting and financial management. 

The training should ensure acquisition of knowledge to support country programme teams in developing donor budget and understand the basics of financial management.

3) Scope of Work: This should be a practical training and the method for delivery of the training should combine the use of lectures, case studies, power point presentations and group work. 

The scope of this assignment comprises the following:

Develop a training programme, under a close consultation with the regional office suitable for the SOS staff

Facilitate the training ensuring a participatory approach

Facilitate a one-day institutional partnership development strategy review workshop

4) Duration of Assignment: The training is planned for mid-March 2015.

5) Final Products

It is envisaged that the following will be delivered by the consultant:

Five days training curriculum which covers the content on budgeting and financial management

Course materials jointly developed by SOS

The training report with recommendations

6) Degree of Expertise and Qualifications

Minimum Master’s Degree in Finance or related fields

Certified trainer and at least five years’ experience in conducting training on financial management, budgeting, institutional fundraising, donor contract management, donor compliance, funding audits etc.

Extensive experience in planning, securing, and managing institutional funding for programmes in the East and South Africa regions.

Extensive experience in developing budgets and managing funding from major donors – UK Aid, USAID, EU, SIDA.

Knowledge of the donor environment in the East and Southern Africa Region

Excellent English report writing and verbal communication skills;

Good interpersonal skills and effective communication

How to Apply

Interested and experienced consultants should send the following to pascal.wambua@sos-kd.org and with a copy to rachael.onyango@sos-kd.org by 25th February 2015.

1. Updated curriculum Vitae (with 3 referees of previous similar tasks conducted since 2013)

2. Expression of interest detailing a suggested work plan, methodology, draft training programme and consultancy fees per day in USD.

The Nairobi City Water & Sewerage Company Ltd is wholly owned by the County Government of Nairobi. 

The Company is a Water Service Provider licensed by Athi Water Services Board and is charged with the provision of Water and Sewerage Services in Nairobi and its environs. 

The Company invites eligible firms to express their interests in providing consultancy services as below:
 

Expression of Interest: Provision of Asset Tagging and Coding Services 

(Re-Advertisement)

Ref: NCWSC/14/2014
 

Background: The company owns various assets including but not limited to: Motor vehicles, buildings, Plant and Machinery, Equipment, Computers and Related Equipment, Furniture and Fittings, Intangibles and Work in progress. NCWSC assets are located in Headquarters and Regions.
 

In the 2014-2015 budget the Company, intends to carry out inventory of assets, their location, condition and value. 

Presently, there is no centralized system to consolidate information on the number, condition, location or value of NCWSC assets. 

These asset include those inherited from the then City Council of Nairobi, received from Athi Water Service Board and acquired directly by NCWSC.

Terms of Reference (TOR) – UNICEF Somalia

6 Month Assignment- Nutrition Specialist P-3 Level

Position TitleNutrition Specialist – Community Category & GradeP-3 ( TA)Duty StationNairobi with travel to field stationsDuration6 MonthsStart DateMay 2015Reporting toHead of Nutrition SectionVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT REF: UNICEF-SOM/2015/011

Context and Background:

Malnutrition in Somalia is a consistent and chronic problem. Currently 203,000 Somali children are acutely malnourished with most of them living in south and central Somalia. Key contributors to acute and chronic malnutrition in Somalia include poor access to primary health care, poor water and sanitation access and behaviours, and poor infant, child, and maternal nutrition and care practices. Around 70% of the population does not have access to safe water and 53% per cent practice open defecation, diarrhoea prevalence is over 40%, the biggest contributor to the very high infant and under five mortality rates of 107 and 180 respectively. These rates are among the highest in the world. Exclusive breastfeeding is significantly low with only 5.3% of mothers engaging in this important practice. Complementary feeding is also compromised with poor dietary diversity, hygiene and the early introduction of foods. Anemia is high with around 50% of children under 5 affected and over 70% of children under 2 affected.

UNICEF continues to provide vital support for the management of acute malnutrition in Somaila through the nutritional centres. However, 2014 saw a significant scale up of community-based programming as part of a resilience agenda. This ensures that public health services are more accessible and acceptable to the most vulnerable populations. The community program focuses not only on service delivery but also on communications for development and local governance for improved stewardship of public health services. 2015 will be a year of review and scale-up ensuring a wider expansion of community programming. In addition the program will focus on continuing to increase capacities in-country for skilled IYCF support and will look to scale up delivery of micronutrient powders to young children through communities and facilities.

Justification and Rationale:

This TA assignment is for a 6 months. It is required to ensure continued progress towards sectoral and country program objectives. The volume of issues – strategic and partnership related – make it too heavy for another post to absorb for a 6 month period.

Purpose and Objectives:

Under the supervision of the Chief of Nutrition in the UNICEF SOMALIA SUPPORT CENTER, the incumbent will undertake assignments in support of preventive and promotive nutrition programming. Focus areas of this program include: supporting UNICEF’s resilience agenda through increasing availability and quality of community-based services for public health and improving local stewardship for public health; supporting development and integration of advocacy and monitoring strategies linking the Nutrition and WASH section’s joint agenda on Open Defecation Free communities; increasing access to skilled support for infant and young child feeding; increasing access and quality of micronutrient support programs; and ensuring integration of nutrition with other relevant sectors and UNICEF departments such as WASH and health.

Output 1.1: To support the annual work plan output on “Women and Children have access to the Essential Package of Health Service (EPHS) (nutrition) in at least 3 regions.” Specific activities include:

· Support the integration of the Basic Nutrition Services Package into EPHS partnerships

· Support and monitor home-based fortification with Micronutrient Powders

· Ensure adequate micronutrients are available for EPHS partnerships

· Support increasing skilled support for IYCF counseling within EPHS partnerships

Output 2.1: The support the annual work plan output on “Children and women have improved and sustained access to and utilization of quality basic nutrition services”. Specific activities include:

• Support the integration of the Basic Nutrition Services Package into nutrition facilities


• Support and monitor home-based fortification with Micronutrient Powders


• Ensure adequate micronutrients are available for programming


• Support increasing skilled support for IYCF counseling


• Support the roll-out of the Nutrition, Hygiene and Health-Seeking Behaviour Promotion Package (NHHP)

Output 2.2: The support the annual work plan output on “Households with improved knowledge and practice of essential nutrition behaviours”. Specific activities include:

• Support ongoing and expanding Resilience partnerships, ensuring implementation within the agreed upon framework


• Support and monitor home-based fortification with Micronutrient Powders within the resilience program partners


• Support any C4D activities as required

Output 2.3: The support the annual work plan output on “Enabling environment including human resource capacity and management systems for sustainable service delivery and effective leadership, governance and coordination established at all levels”. Specific activities include:

• Support the operationalize of the Somali Community Health Strategy


• Support and supervise the ProPAN consultant carrying out the assessment in Gedo region


• Support and supervise the IYCF assessment contract


• Support monitoring and expansion of the local governance component under the resilience program


• Support and supervise other consultancies as required

Management, Organization and time frame

The Nutrition Specialist (Community) will be based in Nairobi at the UNICEF Somalia Support Centre. Travel to field locations will be required. The incumbent will report to the Health of Nutrition Section at USSC. The overall time frame of the mission is six (6) months.

Outputs/Deliverables

• Resilience – Ensuring ongoing programming for resilience in the target areas as well as supporting new partnerships to implement within the agreed upon framework


• Operationalization of the Somali Community Health Strategy – Participate and contribute to the WHO/MoH led process to operationalize the Somali CHS


• ProPAN – Support and supervise the ProPAN consultant carrying out the assessment in Gedo region


• Home fortification – Support and monitor the new and existing partnerships rolling out home-based fortification with Micronutrient Powders


• Skilled IYCF counselling – support a round of ToTs in each zone to increase the availability of skilled support for IYCF


• Partnerships – monitor program implementation and funding/liquidation of key partnerships


• IYCF Assessment – support and supervise the IYCF Assessment contract


• AOB – Perform any other function as requested by the Chief of Nutrition or as required by the program

Qualification and Experience:

• An advanced degree in Nutrition or Public Health


• At least 5 years of previous experience in Nutrition or Public Health programming


• Previous experience of Community-based, IYCF and micronutrient programming (especially home fortification)


• Knowledge of global strategies, policies, and tools for IYCF, micronutrients and Community-led total sanitation, as well as other preventive and promotive programs for nutrition


• Demonstrated understanding of integrated programming


• Experience with Somali populations is desirable


• Strong communication, facilitation and writing skills required


• Ability to work independently with minimum experience


• Knowledge of Somalia operational context and willingness to travel to Somalia


• Fluency in English is required


• Competencies

i) Core Values (Required)

· Commitment

· Diversity and Inclusion

· Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

· Communication [ II ]

· Working with People [ II ]

· Drive for Result [ II ]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

· Leading and Supervising [ I ]

· Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]

· Analyzing [ II ]

· Relating and Networking [ II ]

· Persuading and Influencing [ II ]

· Creating and Innovating [ II ]

·

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV attaching copies of academic certificates to the email below. UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Please quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of your application subject. Applications should be received by 28 February 2015.

Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Latest IT Job Vacancies at Tropical Heat
Position: Software Developer/Computer Programmer
Reporting to: IT Manager

Purpose of the Position: To develop and maintain existing software.

IT Careers responsibilities:

Correct errors by making appropriate changes and then rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.

Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.

Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.

Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs, such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.

Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.

Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.

Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.

Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.

Investigate whether networks, workstations, the central processing unit of the system, and/or peripheral equipment are responding to a program’s instructions.

Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.

Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer.

Consult with and assist computer operators or system analysts to define and resolve problems in running computer programs.

Assign, coordinate, and review work and activities of programming personnel.

Collaborate with computer manufacturers and other users to develop new programming methods.

Train subordinates in programming and program coding.
Software Developer IT Jobs Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information systems or other related fields

2 years experience in a busy user support environment

Expert in ASP.net,VB.net, C#, and SQL

Competencies

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy

Highly organized and flexible

Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision

Excellent trouble shooting skills

Ability to work under pressure

How to apply:
If you are interested in the position and have the skills and competencies we are looking for, please forward your APPLICATION LETTER AND AN UPDATED RESUME indicating your current and expected salary to careers@tropicalheat.co.ke

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS 27TH FEBRUARY, 2015.

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Job Description

Job Title: Construction Manager

Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture
 

Function: Infrastructure
 

Employer: One Acre Fund
 

Job Location: Kakamega, Kenya
 

Commitment: Project PositionOrganization Description: One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.

One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a “market bundle” that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access. 

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.  

We are growing quickly. In six years, we have grown to serve 135,000 farm families with more than 1,000 full-time field staff.

Job Description: One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; increasing the number of sub locations and districts we work in each year.  

We are about to construct a new office facility to accommodate around 250 employees and a residential facility with 60 dwellings in the Kakamega region.  

We are seeking individuals to manage the on-site construction activities on behalf of One Acre Fund.  

Interested Applicants must meet the following criteria and requirements (all of equal importance):

A Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering, Building and Construction, Architecture or other relevant field from recognized college and universities;

Minimum of 8 years of experience in construction, architecture or engineering, preferably in a role similar to that of a Clerk of Works;

Experience of working on large scale construction projects, with proof of being able to deliver high quality construction projects;

Excellent people management skills;

Strong work ethic and strong numerical skills;

Attention to detail;

Good computer literacy and database management abilities;

Quick learner and team player;

Excellent written and verbal communicator in English and Kiswahili;

Strong sense of accountability and responsibility;

A logical mind with the capacity to overcome difficult problems creatively;

Good organizational skills;

A strong sense of ethics, honesty and integrity;

Ability to work under pressure, producing quality work with little supervision.

Roles and Responsibilities

To be One Acre Fund’s full time representative on-site throughout the construction phase;

Manage the appointed contractor efficiently to ensure that the project is built safely, to the required high quality standards and to the agreed budget within the agreed timescale;

Liaise with local authority representatives to ensure compliance with local building regulations;

Manage One Acre Fund’s on-site staff.  This is anticipated to consist of four members of staff working in areas of safety, quality control, finances and project programming;

To manage the implementation of One Acre Fund’s construction policies and procedures;

Manage public relations with local residents and businesses;

Represent One Acre Fund in a professional manner, reporting on progress and anticipated issues arising;

Manage the recording of daily on-site activities;

Manage the materials testing schedule, measuring of completed works, and issuing of sectional completion certificates;

Report to One Acre Fund Infrastructure Associate;

Provide constructive feedback to One Acre Fund of ways to improve the construction procedure, and to be constantly looking to deliver a high quality project and ensure that best practice is followed.

Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews. 

We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
 

Location: Kakamega, Kenya
 

Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible
 

Compensation: Competitive Salary.
 

Benefits: Airtime Allowance, Transport Allowance, Medical Insurance and performance based incentives.
 

Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

To Apply: Email cover letter and resume to Kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Construction Manager + the place you heard of the position).Interested Applicants to submit their resumes and cover letter by the 6th of March 2015.