Terms of Reference: External Auditor for Zinduka Afrika

Zinduka Afrika (ZAF) is registered in Kenya as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). ZAF’s vision is to ensure that communities live dignified and quality lives.

The organization implements projects in Primary and Preventive Health Care and Treatment, Secure and Sustainable Livelihoods, Child Support and Protection and Gender and Human Rights Programs

The organization is seeking for a Financial Auditing Firm. 

The auditors shall make a report to the members of the accounts examined by them and on every Balance sheet laid before the Organization at it Annual General Meeting (AGM)during their tenure of office, and report shall state:
Whether or not they have obtained all the information and explanations they have required.Whether, in their opinion, the balance sheet referred to in the report is properly drawn up so as to exhibit a true and correct view of the state of the Organization’s affairs.Will be required to be present during the AGM meeting(s)  Perform as per letter of engagementRequirements;

The auditing firm must be registered, has been in existence for at least Six (6) years and has conducted audits for the last four (4) years.

The firm is expected to submit Curriculum for two of its senior auditors.

Attach copies of the firm’s certificate of registration, KRA PIN number and KRA compliance certificate.
Send your proposal with detailed budget, Company profile and certificate of incorporation and a recommendation letter from two organizations/companies you worked for to the:

Administration and Human Resource Manager, 

emails: zinduka.afrika@gmail.com. Send to us by 15th of November 2014.

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Request for Proposal for External Audit Services for the Financial Year 2014
Equatorial Commercial Bank Ltd (ECB) would like to invite proposals from qualified external audit firms for the financial year ending 31st December 2014 in accordance with the requirements of the Banking Act, the Companies Act and IFRS guidelines.
Proposal bids will only be accepted from interested firms with the capacity to handle large audits and must provide as a minimum:
1. Profile of the firm’s partners, senior management and branch network including copies of their current ICPAK practicing certificates
2. Indication of the ICPAK’s latest AQA review including any professional disciplinary cases over the last 3 years

3. Previous (not more than 3 years) and existing CBK approvals for financial institution external audit
4. Methodology and realistic time for completion and ECB value addition approach
5. Appropriate level of Professional indemnity cover
6. Any other relevant information
7. Copies of firm registration, PIN and tax compliance certificates
8. Indicative costing, and terms of payment
Please note that the qualified bidder will also undertake the review of the Staff Pension Scheme accounts (Fund value about ksh 250 M) and make relevant returns within the same scope.
Sealed tender bids marked “Proposal for External Audit Services” to be submitted not later than 5.00pm on 14th April 2014 to:
The Chairman,
Tender Committee
Equatorial Commercial Bank ltd
P. O. Box 52467 – 00200
Nairobi
Or dropped in the tender box at the reception of the bank’s headquarters, Mezzanine floor, Equatorial Fidelity Centre, Waiyaki Way – opposite Safaricom headquarters Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Position: External Communications Manager
Reporting to: Chief Corporate Communications Officer  
 Department: Corporate Communications.

Role Purpose: The purpose of this position is to enhance Telkom Kenya’s relations with all key media houses in the country as well as improve Telkom Kenya’s stakeholder relations and engagements. 

The holder of this role also deputises the Chief Officer of the department.

Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee publicity for and orchestration of corporate events and press conferences, taking the lead with the business’s PR Agency to develop all Corporate Communication material, as well as confirm on the accuracy of all material set for external dissemination;Develop  and maintain relationships with all key local and in some cases international media; personally and via the PR Agency; Ability to strategically articulate products and solutions of the business and prepare appropriate write-ups and dissemination of news quality items to all target publics and stakeholders; Ensure the existence of smooth relations between the business and key stakeholder organisations and regulatory bodies where need arises;Coordinate all corporate events, ensuring that they conform to the approved business standard and assist in the preparation of all Communication material for the same, as well as all other meetings and seminars where the business may be a participant;Take the lead with the business’s PR Agency to ensure strategic and effective coverage of the business in the targeted media (both traditional and new); Ensure quality when it comes to the content, look and feel of the business’s Corporate Website;Continuously monitor global and local trends, review policies and objectives that impact the business – Market intelligence.Coordinate preparatory activities for the business and liaise with other departments concerning participation in meetings or international and local conferences;Work closely with other managers (within and without the Department) to develop potential story ideas and communication projects in order to enhance the image of the company and its employees with customers and the general public;Establish objectives in line with organisational and departmental objectives, supervise, and ensure proper follow up of direct reports in this regard;Have regular and efficient feedback and reporting mechanisms within the section and with the rest of the Corporate Communications department.Academic / Professional QualificationsShould have at least a minimum of 4 years work experience in a busy Corporate Communications office as a Corporate Communications Manager, or as an Account Manager with a proven track record from an established PR Agency; most preferably part of a multi-national Agency;Very good Computer skills (Design and Graphic skills are a plus);Training in Crisis Management;Integrated PR skills;Should be able to demonstrate experience in media management;Should be able to demonstrate that they are an active member of the Public Relations Society of Kenya (PRSK).Leadership skills are a mustCustomer focusCompliance with deadlines and budgetsCreativity and innovationTeam-workAnticipation/ pre-emption Organisational awarenessExcellent communications skills (both oral and written)KnowledgeableWell networked (in context of role)ResourcefulExcellent at strategy formulationEfficient budget planning and managementEditorial competencies and experience are a must Mastery of the English and Swahili languages is requiredThis position is open to Kenyan citizens only.If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.
Application should be sent by latest 13th  February 2014, please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Expression of Interest for External Auditors
Invitations are invited by professional auditing firms to submit expression of interest proposals.
The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) is a reputable non profit making, Volunteer & membership organization that develop the leadership and collective power of women and girls to achieve social and economic empowerment, human rights, health, security, dignity and freedom, justice and peace and sustainable environment for all humanity.
The National Headquarters Office is based in Nairobi and we have other seven semi-autonomous branches countrywide.
The firm must meet the following conditions:Be compliant with statutory requirementHas audited reputable Small and Medium sized NGOs for over 4 yearsHas good grasp of International Standards of Auditing (ISAs)A letter of good standing from ICPAKAll applications to be submitted to:
The National General Secretary
YWCA Kenya   
Email: auditor@ywcakenya.org

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Expression of Interest for External Quality Assurance in Sputum TB Microscopy including- Multi Drug Resistance surveillance

World Vision International Somalia is a principal recipient for Global Fund Somalia Country Program with a aim of decreasing the burden of tuberculosis. 

The Consultant will be a link person between WVI/ World Health Organization (WHO) and Aga Khan University Teaching Hospital Reference Laboratory.
The Objectives of The EQA are to:Improve the quality of sputum microscopyDeveloped human capacity for tuberculosis control program in SomaliaProvide effective support to tuberculosis control program in SomaliaThe Laboratory Consultant will conduct the following activities:Coordination of EQA activities with NTPsCoordination of EQA activities with Aga Khan University Teaching Hospital Reference laboratoryLiaison with WHO drivers and airlines for collection of sputum slides from the airportChecking of slides received from Somalia for EQADelivery of slides received from Somalia to Aga Khan University Teaching Hospital Reference LaboratoryCollection of sputum slides for panel testing from Aga Khan HospitalDelivery of Sputum slides for panel testing to 25 TB laboratory in SomaliaCollection of results of sputum for Panel Testing from 25 TB laboratories in Somalia and deliver the same to Aga Khan University Teaching Reference Laboratory for markingCollection of results of sputum slides for Blind Rechecking from Aga Khan Hospital Reference LaboratoryAnalyzing the results of all slides for (Panel Testing from and Blinded Rechecking) received from Aga Khan Reference LaboratoryPreparation of quarterly updates and sharing of the same with WVI/WHO and PartnersRegular follow up with NTP managers regarding delay in submitting slides for EQA, delay in submitting results of sputum slides sent TB laboratories for Panel Testing and any other matters concerning EQARegular follow up with Aga Khan University Teaching Hospital Reference Laboratory for EQA results and any other matters concerning EQABe ready to travel to Somalia from time to time to provide fresher training to laboratory technicians in sputum microscopy and quality control
WVB WVI invites Request for Proposals (RFPs) from organizations and / or individuals interested in working with WVI Somalia Program in this assignment.
National Organizations meeting the following eligibility criteria could apply:Functional and operational for the last 3 years.Experience of working in the above mentioned area.Have worked on similar projects and can share examplesHas a competent team to undertake work and deliver as per given timelines.Willing to work as a team with the WVI Somalia through collaboration and exchange of ideas Individuals meeting the following criteria are also eligible to apply:Possess relevant skills for designing and developing such a program and can demonstrate it.Have at least three years of experience of working in the above mentioned area.Must be able to share relevant work assignments undertaken in the past.Possess relevant infrastructure to undertake the work on its own
Interested eligible organizations or individuals may submit RFP with the following details and portfolio.A letter expressing the interest for working with the organizationA small proposal describing how the work will be undertaken, what the timelines will be and the approximate charge of service.Individual or Company profile /CV of the team or individual highlighting the strengths for undertaking the assignment and examples of relevant work done.Deadline: The last date of RFP submission is on or before November 16th 2012.
All applications/RFPs must be sent to:
The Secretary
Tender Committee
World Vision International-Somalia Program
P. O Box 56527-00200
Nairobi
OR
Email to:Somo_supplychain@wvi.org

The United States International University is the leading international university in East and Central Africa catering to over 5000 students representing over 54 nationalities and with a global network of over 10000 alumni. USIU is committed to providing a quality, international education through world-class service delivery platforms.

USIU is seeking to recruit qualified candidates for the position listed below. 

External Relations Assistant

Job Purpose: To establish a robust coordination mechanism with USIU’s stakeholders to achieve overall effectiveness in fundraising and social investment programs.

Responsible for:

Advancing USIU CSR programsProfiling and advancing IPA flagship projects and events Promoting implementation and enforcement of the university fundraising policy across the university community Supporting external communication with current and potential partners.Identifying and researching opportunities in Fundraising and Grants.Managing relevant records for partners,  networks, donors, alumni and volunteersPromoting knowledge management for IPA DivisionCoordinating the Fundraising Readiness Assessment processesMonitoring fundraising milestones and outputsInterpersonal and analytical skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skillsComputer literacy skillsMinimum qualifications: Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration, Marketing (Public Relations) or Project Management.

Minimum Experience: 3 years in a similar position

Interested applicants must send detailed CV, contact address, telephone numbers, both current and expected salary and benefits by post or e-mail by Thursday, September 20 2012 to either of the following addresses:

Head of Human Resources
United States International University, 

off Thika Road, Nairobi
P. O. Box 14634 – 00800 E-mail: jobs@usiu.ac.ke or hr@usiu.ac.ke

The MENTOR Initiative, Building Sustainable and Effective Malaria Control for

Vulnerable Communities in North Eastern Province, Kenya

PERIOD: October – November 2012 (maximum 20 days)

I. Background

The MENTOR Initiative (MENTOR) is a not-for-profit organization registered in UK and Kenya which is focused on reducing death and suffering due to malaria and vector borne diseases in emergencies.

Up until 2010 the organization’s work in Kenya focused on implementing short-term emergency malaria control programmes, during and after severe flooding in the Western and North Eastern Provinces in collaboration with Division of Malaria Control (DOMC), other Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and Ministry of Medical Services. However, after a comprehensive programme development phase, a four year Comic Relief Special Initiative (SI) commenced in January 2010 with the aim of building local capacity to provide sustainable malaria surveillance and control and epidemic response solutions in an area of semi-arid North East Kenya.

This Special Initiative is now due for a periodic review.

II. MENTOR/ Comic Relief, Kenya Malaria Programme

In January 2010, The MENTOR Initiative launched a 4 year special initiative, with Comic Relief, to achieve systemic change in malaria across the three districts of Garissa, Fafi and Lagdera.

Objectives of Programme

To have >80% of all sick people seeking treatment have access to differential diagnosis and confirmatory malaria test and treatment by 2013.To build capacity of the DHMT and communities in the larger Garissa district to detect malaria epidemics, preparedness and respond to epidemics within 7 days of onset by 2013.To ensure that >85% of communities have access to malaria education and improved malaria control services.

Specific activities in this 4 year long Term Special Initiative include: • Improve local capacity at district level to plan and co-ordinate malaria control responses in semi arid areas. • Improve malaria case management through technical capacity building of health workers to accurately diagnose and treat malaria. • Increase speed and accuracy of malaria incidence and health facility stock reporting by establishment of a robust and "real time" ARGOS early warning system (EWS), and local climate change monitoring, comparing advance technology with paper based systems. • Improve commodity supply chain to health facilities, and potentially in the future also to community health workers, through access to regular stock updates. • Weekly monitoring of EWS data and climate predictions at central level to identify early indicators of an epidemic and mount timely responses. • Increase community ownership to deliver malaria prevention activities through supply of LLINs specifically adapted for nomadic communities, technical and material support to implement indoor residual spray (IRS) campaigns to communities exposed to the risk of epidemics and, generally speaking, deliver key messages about why and how to access effective services. • Increase community understanding of malaria, demand for and usage of effective malaria control services and participation in malaria control programming. • Increase understanding of malaria epidemiology in NEP by all partners, including collaboration with KEMRI to implement standardised annual base line malaria surveys for plasmodium faciparum malaria, and the implementation of studies to actively identify plasmodium vivax cases and measure their relative burden. • Improve understanding of the benefit of the standardised use of malaria RDTs and how this may contribute to health system strengthening, especially in relation to the rationalisation of ACT usage and the detection and case management of other febrile illnesses.

III. Evaluation Goal Comic Relief has been one of the funding partners of The MENTOR Initiative since 2010, this mid-term evaluation forms part of the requirements of the programme grant. The goal of this evaluation is to assess and critically analyse the progress of the programme, the methods used, planned strategies and timeframe to identify assumptions and lessons learnt in order to provide inputs for further implantation of the project..

IV. Evaluation Questions

The process of the evaluation should answer the following questions by using participatory instruments;

Programme Effectiveness.
• Outputs and objectives; What progress has been made towards achieving the planned outputs and objectives? Specifically towards the Monitoring and Evaluation plan and learning questions. • Programme Coverage; Has the programme reached all the participants and beneficiaries in the programme’s selection criteria? • Programme Participation; Has the programme engaged sufficiently and appropriately with project stakeholders, in particular project participants and beneficiaries? • Programme Capacity; Is there sufficient capacity to implement and manage the project effectively?

So far, what difference has the programmemade to people’s lives (what, how, who, where, when)? • To what degree have the project outcomes been achieved? Have there been any unexpected outcomes? • Who has benefited (women, men, girls and boys) and in what ways? • Are those changes (outcomes) relevant to people’s health needs? • Are they likely to be sustainable in the long term? • Have there been changes to policies, practice and attitudes of decision and policy makers to benefit the project’s target groups? • To what extent has the project contributed to the achievement of broader Malaria national and international policies, conventions, targets etc in Kenya? • To what extent has the achievement of the changes/ outcomes been influenced by external context and other factors?

To date, how has the project made this difference? Approaches used by the project and implementing organisations: • Has the overall theory of change for this project been effective in starting to bring about lasting change? Were there any gaps? • What have been the most effective methodologies and approaches the organisation used to bring about changes to people’s lives? What has worked and what has not? What lessons have been learned? Who have they been shared with? • How has the type of organisations funded (e.g. user-led, social enterprise, national or international NGO), both UK and local, helped or hindered the delivery of lasting change? • How have relationships between partners throughout the relationship chain (looking at UK organisation-local partner(s)-target groups) helped or hindered the delivery of change /outcomes? • How effective have the project’s management, monitoring, learning and financial systems been? How have they helped or hindered the delivery of lasting change? • Has the project been cost effective?

Approaches used by Comic Relief: • How have Comic Relief’s grant making policies and processes (e.g. how we define our programme strategies and outcomes, how we assess applications) helped or hindered the delivery of lasting change? • How has Comic Relief’s approach to grant management (e.g. individual work with grant holders, and learning activities with other funded organisations) helped or hindered the delivery of lasting change? • How has the way Comic Relief used its organisational assets helped or hindered the delivery of change (e.g. use of the media, access to decision makers)? • Are there any other ways in which Comic Relief has helped or hindered the delivery of change?

V. Project Review and Methodology

It is expected that the evaluator would review and make an analysis of the relevant documents such as project proposals and project reports.It is expected the evaluator will apply a participatory methodology throughout the assessment, engaging all stakeholders including Comic Relief grant staff and MENTOR HQ staff.

VI. Project Area

The Field implementation area is Greater Garissa and includes the districts of Garissa, Balambala, Fafi and Lagdera. The Programme workbase is in Garissa. All pre and post field trip write up must be conducted from the evaluators own premises.

VII. Documentation The available documents related to The MENTOR Initiative project are as follows: 1. Project Proposal. 2. Project Reports. 3. Study protocols. 3. Published paper.

VIII. Qualifications of Evaluator 1. The evaluator should have 3-7 years of experience of working with health projects preferably with a malaria component in emergency or insecure environments. 2. The evaluator should have prior experience of working with Somali communities, and nomadic communities. 3. The evaluator should provide a 3-5 page proposed evaluation plan to undertake this assignment. 4. The evaluator should submit 1 sample of a previous evaluation report.

The evaluator should be aware that North Eastern Province is classed as an insecure environment and all travel within the implementation area will be dependent on the current security situation and assessment by MENTOR’s Kenya Programme Director. As a contractee of The MENTOR Initiative the evaluator will be expected to closely adhere to and respect The MENTOR Initiative’s Code of Conduct including sexual harassment guidelines and security regulations.

IX. Timeline and Deliverables

The final evaluation will be undertaken and completed between October to November of 2012. (For a maximum of 20 days) 1. 2 days for preparation and review of documentations. 2. 1-2 days for inception report. 3. 8-10 days for field implementation. 4. 3 days for data analysis and report writing. 5. 1 day for draft report discussion. 6. 2 days for finalizing evaluation report.

X. Reporting

The evaluator should provide final evaluation report in English that is jargon free and no more than 30 pages in length, consisting of the following items.

Executive summary.Introduction and background to the evaluation that is relevant to the report’s analysis and conclusionsMethodology usedContext analysis that include findings, conclusions and assessment. Lesson Learned. The evaluator is expected to consider on how good practice has been incorporated in the project. Specific Actionable and Prioritized recommendations. This includes short term recommendations and long term recommendations and details of how actions can be readily implemented.Guidance and road map of how the document will be disseminated and findings shared.Annexes. • Terms of reference for the Evaluations. • Profile of the Evaluation Team. • Evaluation Schedule. • Documents and technical details consulted during the evaluation. • List of informants. • Field data used during the evaluation, including baselines and focus group stories and data. • Bibliography. • Background information if required.

Draft report should be discussed and presented to MENTOR Programme Managers and MENTOR Kenya prior to finalization.

XI. Funding • This mid-term evaluation is being funded by The MENTOR Initiative.

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Background & Context of Evaluation
The Oxfam pan Africa framework promotes active citizenship, effective national governance and the realisation and enjoyment of fundamental freedoms and human rights contained in key AU policy standards and legal instruments. We work with social movements , CSOs and their coalitions and alliances, the African Union (AU), Regional economic blocks (RECs) and Governments to influence, popularise and implement key international and continental policy standards, pledges and human rights instruments. Our Strategic Framework 2010-2013 works towards the national implementation of these policy intentions and the protection of the rights and freedoms that they exemplify. Consistent with our Oxfam southern campaigning principles, we also recognise that the primary agency for change in Africa lies in Africa and with African organisations. To this end, we will support a strong and autonomous pan Africa campaigning force of pan African coalitions, alliances and social movements to articulate their change objectives and work closely with their own members and partners at various levels.

What change is Oxfam Pan Africa aim to bring about?
Poverty and suffering in Africa is the consequence of unequal power relations between Africa and the global political-economy as well as the denial by African States of citizen's economic, social and human rights and fundamental freedoms. Four centuries of trans-continental slavery, a century of colonialism and two decades of Structural Adjustment Programmes (SAPs) have produced common challenges for Africa. The failure of global policy institutions to stop the over-exploitation of African resources, commodity price-fixing of Africa's resources by industrialised countries, capital flight and the global under-representation of Africa in institutions such as the United Nations and the International Finance Institutions have undermined Africa's capacity to achieve economic independence and a greater share of the world market. Oxfam believes that assertive representation of both African state and non-state actors in these global spaces is critical. Oxfam believes that a strong and dynamic civil society is a precondition for pro-poor change in Africa. Inequality, exclusion and marginalisation are the consequence of the failure of the African state to regulate the distribution of sub-soil assets and other natural resources , financial capital and markets in a fair and responsible manner. Consequently, the majority of African men, women and children remain marginalised by their lack of voice, visibility and informed participation in setting the public policy agenda and holding political elites accountable.

Interested applicants should submit their CVs and Technical Proposal by 24:00hrs GMT on Sunday 9th September. Submissions can be sent to vacancy@oxfamnovib.or.ke indicating reference code "PAFEVAL". A follow up discussion on the technical proposal, including interpretation of the terms of reference, data collection methods and tools, together with a detailed chronogram will be organised with the selected consultant(s) mid-September. For questions related to the consultancy please contact Monique van Es, co-manager Pan Africa Framework, on Monique.van.Es@oxfamnovib.nl

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Oxfam Pan Africa Strategic Framework 2010-2013: Kilio cha Mabadiliko (a cry for change)

Terms of Reference External Evaluation

In 2010 Oxfam launched its first joint Pan Africa Strategic Framework, implemented by Oxfam Great Britain (OGB) and Oxfam Novib Netherlands (ONL) and funded by Oxfam America, Intermon and Australia. 

The strategy sought to bring greater coherence of the work of Oxfam affiliates and a more powerful voice for policy & practices changes at Pan African level.

Drawing close to the end of the implementation period of the strategic framework 2010-2013, we will commission an external evaluation of our strategy to analyse the results attained, the impact related hereto, capture lessons learnt and give orientations for the next strategic period: 2014-2017.
1. Background & Context of Evaluation

The Oxfam pan Africa framework promotes active citizenship, effective national governance and the realisation and enjoyment of fundamental freedoms and human rights contained in key AU policy standards and legal instruments. We work with social movements, CSOs and their coalitions and alliances, the African Union (AU), Regional economic blocks (RECs) and Governments to influence, popularise and implement key international and continental policy standards, pledges and human rights instruments. Our Strategic Framework 2010-2013 works towards the national implementation of these policy intentions and the protection of the rights and freedoms that they exemplify.
Consistent with our Oxfam southern campaigning principles, we also recognise that the primary agency for change in Africa lies in Africa and with African organisations. To this end, we will support a strong and autonomous pan Africa campaigning force of pan African coalitions, alliances and social movements to articulate their change objectives and work closely with their own members and partners at various levels.
What change is Oxfam Pan Africa aim to bring about?
Poverty and suffering in Africa is the consequence of unequal power relations between Africa and the global political-economy as well as the denial by African States of citizen's economic, social and human rights and fundamental freedoms. Four centuries of trans-continental slavery, a century of colonialism and two decades of Structural Adjustment Programmes (SAPs) have produced common challenges for Africa. The failure of global policy institutions to stop the over-exploitation of African resources, commodity price-fixing of Africa's resources by industrialised countries, capital flight and the global under-representation of Africa in institutions such as the United Nations and the International Finance Institutions have undermined Africa's capacity to achieve economic independence and a greater share of the world market. Oxfam believes that assertive representation of both African state and non-state actors in these global spaces is critical. Oxfam believes that a strong and dynamic civil society is a precondition for pro-poor change in Africa. Inequality, exclusion and marginalisation are the consequence of the failure of the African state to regulate the distribution of sub-soil assets and other natural resources, financial capital and markets in a fair and responsible manner. Consequently, the majority of African men, women and children remain marginalised by their lack of voice, visibility and informed participation in setting the public policy agenda and holding political elites accountable. In 2010-2013, Oxfam sought to enable, strengthen and accompany more than thirty Pan African coalitions, alliances and social movements to realise fundamental freedoms and basic human rights in three primary areas: gender justice, economic justice and democratic governance. We do this by supporting a strong and autonomous pan African campaigning force of coalitions, alliances and social movements from four offices located in Addis Ababa, Dakar, Nairobi and Den Haag, with support from the Oxfam presence in South Africa and other country offices in Africa. A joint governance and management system guides the participating affiliates.

Expected outcomes per strategy pillar by 2013 

Democratic Governance – Outcomes by 2013:AU adopts internal compliance accountability system.Pan African Parliament holds States accountable for delivery.African social movements supported to learn from their experiences.Coalitions/Movements supported to utilise appropriate new media where appropriate.Economic Justice – Outcomes by 2013:More countries reach agriculture 10% targetPolicymakers more responsive to interests of small scale farmers.More visible & vocal participation of farmers, esp. women.Alternative policy options to “agro-colonialism” (wide-scale leasing of land to foreigners.More countries adopt national climate adaptation plans.Global agreement reached to cut emissions, fund adaptation and mitigation.Gender Justice – Outcomes by 2013:More Governments ratify and implement the Women’s Rights Protocol.[Peace & Security Council decisions influenced by women in conflict.]More Governments adopt gender aware budgeting.Greater number of women supported in public leadership.Capacity Building – Outcomes by 2013:AU more responsive and accountable to positions of allies, rights-holders and Oxfam International.More coherent and assertive claims made by the AU in the global policy arena.African States to domesticate and implement key standards and treaties.[Capacity building for key Coalitions and NGOs on various advocacy areas.][Engage the Peace and Security Council of the AU on OI RIC priorities.]2. Objectives of the Evaluation
The overall objective of the evaluation is to assess the performance as per planned outcomes, document lessons learnt in the implementation of the Pan Africa Strategic Framework (PAF) since 2010 and suggest key elements for a new phase of the programme. Specifically the evaluation will assess issues related to relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and will come up with orientations and recommendations for successful implementation of a further phase.
The specific evaluation issues to focus on are:Assess whether the analysis, theory of change, objectives and outcomes of the programme were and still are relevant, appropriate and realisticEvaluate whether Oxfam adequately adapted the implementation of the Framework to context changes in 2010-2013Assess the coherence of activities in relation to outputs and the latter in relation to outcomesEstablish the status of progress and achievements for the period by comparing actual and expected outcomes, including unintended outcomes (evidence based quantitative and qualitative findings), as well as the sustainability of theseDetermine what policy and practice changes have occurred and how they have contributed to the achievement of the outcomesAscertain how policy changes at pan Africa level translated into change at national levelAssess the status, influence and sustainability of civil society coalitions/social movements which Oxfam has supported through its PAFAscertain to which extent the PAF contributed to Oxfam campaigns, and how this has been appreciated.What are the possibilities for enhanced linking of local-regional-global programming and campaigning?Analyse the effectiveness of the information system in relation to achievements and documentation of lesson learntAssess cost efficiency of outcomes achievedAssess the strengths and weaknesses and any constraints in the implementation of the programmeAppreciate how the program contributed to gender empowerment and furthering gender equality  Document lessons learnt, gaps and possible catalytic effects of actions implemented; as well as the effectiveness of the intervention strategiesMake strategic and operational recommendations for the new phase of programme
The external assessment will be carried out by (an) external consultant(s). Qualitative information gathering methods will be applied.The detailed methodology shall be proposed by the consultant(s) in consultation with Oxfam. Nevertheless, the minimum methodological steps to include are: Documentation review. This includes but not limited, program documents, annual reports, annual work plans and budgets, internal review reports, researches and policy briefs, position papers, advocacy material and communication strategies, specific notes and any external written feedback, publications, media statements, blogs, etc.…  Semi structured or/and structured interviews with different stakeholders (face-to-face, by emails or by teleconference. This will include but not limited to: Oxfam staff: Pan Africa team; managers/country directors, programme officers, technical focal persons in OGB and ONL Headquarters and Oxfam country offices (at least 2 from each African region); other relevant staff including the Regional Directors, Institutional Funding Units, Campaign Teams (incl. RiC staff, GROW), etc.Partner organisations: relevant person in national and regional farmers and women’s rights networks; pan African, regional and national CSO organisations engaged in one of the four pillars of the Strategic Framework; etc. Like minded organisations  Institutions we seek to influence: relevant representatives of African Union bodies, Africa Development Bank, Regional Economic Blocs, National Governments, etc. Donor community: DfID (UK), DGIS (Netherlands), SIDA (Sweden) and so on Survey/Questionnaire to consult partners and key stakeholders. Impact assessment.Country visits to one Oxfam programme each in West Africa, Southern Africa and the Horn, East and Central Africa (HECA); including visits to PAF-partners present in-country, where relevant.  The methodology will include non formal feedback sessions to be done to the Reference Committee and will be organised at midterm and end of the assignment. After production of the draft report a formal restitution session will be organised with the participation of Oxfam Pan Africa staff (and representation of regional/country directors if possible).

A detailed external assessment methodology will be submitted by the consultant(s) and discussed with the evaluation committee. The proposed methodology will be gender sensitive and will include justification of methodological choices.

4. Evaluation Report and Related Products

The consultant(s) will produce and submit a quality report to the Reference Committee for the evaluation of the Oxfam Pan Africa Framework 2010-2013.
The report will have a maximum of 30 pages (excluding annexes). This report, written in English will be primary used by Oxfam, and will be shared when necessary with its donors and partners.  
The evaluation report will contains at least the following elements:Executive summary, including the major findings of the evaluation and summary conclusions and recommendationsObjectives of the evaluationOutline of the methodology and  its justificationLimitations of the evaluation if anyPresentation of the analysis and findings, including unexpected relevant findingsRecommendations Conclusions(Interview/Questionnaire) Reports and appendices5. Desired profile consultant(s)
The consultant(s) should have:Masters Degree in a relevant field (minimum)Specialised in international and/or social developmentAt least 5 years of consultancy experience on evaluating advocacy and campaigning programmesDemonstrated experience with focus on gender, social transformation and conflict managementExperience in programme evaluation with proven analytical skills is requiredProficiency in two of the three working languages (English, French and Portuguese) is highly desired6. Time-frame for the Evaluation
The evaluation should last a maximum of 1 month, starting from September 24th. A daily rate will be agreed with the consultant(s) for a maximum of 25 days, and according to the Oxfam standards of consultancy. 

The draft report should be submitted to the Reference Committee on Sunday October 22th. A feedback session will be organised with the Reference Committee and representatives of Regional/Country Directors thereafter. A final report should be submitted to the Reference Committee by October 26th 2012 at the latest. 

Logistics and payment modalities will be included in the contract agreement.

7. Deadline for Consultancy Applications 

Interested applicants should submit their CVs and Technical Proposal by 24:00hrs GMT on Sunday 9th September. 

Submissions can be sent to vacancy@oxfamnovib.or.ke indicating reference code “PAFEVAL”.

A follow up discussion on the technical proposal, including interpretation of the terms of reference, data collection methods and tools, together with a detailed chronogram will be organised with the selected consultant(s) mid-September.

For questions related to the consultancy please contact Monique van Es, co-manager Pan Africa Framework, on Monique.van.Es@oxfamnovib.nl

Position Title: Senior Program Officer - External Relations
Division: Global Development Program
Department: Policy and Advocacy
Location: Nigeria

Foundation Overview:
Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, it focuses on improving people's health and giving them the chance to lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty. In the United States, it seeks to ensure that all people-especially those with the fewest resources-have access to the opportunities they need to succeed in school and life. Based in Seattle, the foundation is led by CEO Jeff Raikes and co-chair William H. Gates Sr., under the direction of Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett.

Group Summary:
The goal of the Global Development Program is to increase opportunities for poor people in the developing world to lift themselves out of hunger and poverty.

We support efforts in the following areas:
- Agricultural Development: helping poor farmers increase their productivity and incomes;
- Financial Services: making a wide range of financial services-particularly safe places to save-more widely available to people in developing countries
- Policy, Advocacy, and Special Initiatives: increasing awareness of global development issues; identifying and promoting powerful solutions; and advocating for more effective investments;
- Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene: investing in effective sanitation approaches that will contribute to a world where children and families lead healthier, more productive lives;
- Global Libraries: providing free access to computers with the Internet through public libraries in emerging countries.

Responsibilities:
The Senior External Relations Officer in Nigeria will function as a senior-level foundation representative and spokesperson. He/she will also be expected to provide policy/political advice and local information for the foundation's specific priority areas within Nigeria, which are family health, routine immunization, new vaccine introduction, and polio eradication as well as periodic information on other key strategic issues. While the position will be focused on the foundation's highest priority strategies, there may be opportunities for the role (time and focus permitting) to help support the work of other foundation strategies with grants in Nigeria.
The Senior Officer will be expected to become fully knowledgeable and fluent in the strategic priorities across the foundation's priorities, and establish strong partnership with the relevant programs and staff within the various foundation offices. While the position will be focused on the foundation's highest priority strategies, there may be opportunities for the role (time and focus permitting) to help support the work of other foundation strategies with grants in Nigeria.
The Senior Officer in Nigeria will be based in Abuja, and will work closely with appropriate governmental, NGO and civil society, private sector, traditional authorities and grantee groups in support of shared strategic objectives. The role will include regular travel to other parts of the country, especially in the North.
The Senior Officer will report to the Deputy Director of External Relations in the Global Development Policy and Advocacy group, who is based in London, UK, and will work closely with the Directors of Family Health and Vaccine Delivery in Seattle to help support Program-driven goals. This position will function as an integral part of the Africa team led by the Deputy Director and be accountable to the Deputy Director for the achievement of foundation objectives.

Responsibilities:
- Serve as a senior-level foundation representative and spokesperson in Nigeria
- Build and maintain close relationships with key stakeholders in government, grantees, funders, NGOs, private sector, media, and other influentials relative to family health, routine immunization, new vaccine introduction, and polio eradication. Identify engagement priorities for 2011-2012 with relevant teams and execute upon that work.
- Establish close working relationship with key foundation staff on relevant strategies to ensure ongoing strategic alignment and prioritization of efforts.
- Provide strategic advice and support for foundation leadership to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in Nigeria. Lead and coordinate co-chairs, CEO and President's engagement on the continent including their visits and interactions with relevant partners and stakeholders in Nigeria and the region.
- Serve as an in-country lead for leadership trips within Nigeria; participate in planning and preparation for such trips with the appropriate groups.
- Provide research and requested briefings for staff and leadership and staff on relevant events and activities in Nigeria.
- Regional work: Provide limited support to foundation activities in other countries in the sub-region as well as engage more deeply with regional and Pan-African organizations headquartered in Nigeria, including ECOWAS.
- Operational: Oversee the operating budget and forecasts, expenditures for the foundation's Nigeria presence.

Qualifications:
- 10 years of experience with responsibility over multidisciplinary functions in Africa-focused organizations and institutions contributing to the development, design, and management of strategies and initiatives that produce significantly improved global health and/or global development outcomes. An advanced degree preferred.
- Deep understanding of Nigerian social and political landscape and knowledge of local language and culture preferred.
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills; excellent written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communication with a broad and diverse audience.
- Strong judgment with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with competing priorities. Ability to manage confidential information and situations with efficiency, flexibility, diplomacy, while cultivating trust within the team.
- Experience growing and managing teams in dynamic organizations with complex reporting structures. Experience successfully managing a remote office of a larger organization is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively at the highest levels of government. Experience working with media and communications agencies desired.
- Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, enthusiasm, and diplomacy both individually and as part of a complex team effort.
- Commitment to the foundation's core values, mission, and programs.
- Willingness to travel within Nigeria and the region.
- Sense of humor.

As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Requisition Number: 2820BR
Job Segments: Agricultural, Agricultural Development, Agriculture, Global Health, Government, Healthcare, Management, NGO, Nonprofit, Not for Profit, Philanthropic, Philanthropy, Program Manager, Public Health, Public Policy, Research

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Position Title: Senior Program Officer - External Relations
Division: Global Development Program
Department: Policy and Advocacy
Location: Nigeria

Foundation Overview:
Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, it focuses on improving people's health and giving them the chance to lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty. In the United States, it seeks to ensure that all people-especially those with the fewest resources-have access to the opportunities they need to succeed in school and life. Based in Seattle, the foundation is led by CEO Jeff Raikes and co-chair William H. Gates Sr., under the direction of Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett.

Group Summary:
The goal of the Global Development Program is to increase opportunities for poor people in the developing world to lift themselves out of hunger and poverty.

We support efforts in the following areas:
- Agricultural Development: helping poor farmers increase their productivity and incomes;
- Financial Services: making a wide range of financial services-particularly safe places to save-more widely available to people in developing countries
- Policy, Advocacy, and Special Initiatives: increasing awareness of global development issues; identifying and promoting powerful solutions; and advocating for more effective investments;
- Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene: investing in effective sanitation approaches that will contribute to a world where children and families lead healthier, more productive lives;
- Global Libraries: providing free access to computers with the Internet through public libraries in emerging countries.

Responsibilities:
The Senior External Relations Officer in Nigeria will function as a senior-level foundation representative and spokesperson. He/she will also be expected to provide policy/political advice and local information for the foundation's specific priority areas within Nigeria, which are family health, routine immunization, new vaccine introduction, and polio eradication as well as periodic information on other key strategic issues. While the position will be focused on the foundation's highest priority strategies, there may be opportunities for the role (time and focus permitting) to help support the work of other foundation strategies with grants in Nigeria.
The Senior Officer will be expected to become fully knowledgeable and fluent in the strategic priorities across the foundation's priorities, and establish strong partnership with the relevant programs and staff within the various foundation offices. While the position will be focused on the foundation's highest priority strategies, there may be opportunities for the role (time and focus permitting) to help support the work of other foundation strategies with grants in Nigeria.
The Senior Officer in Nigeria will be based in Abuja, and will work closely with appropriate governmental, NGO and civil society, private sector, traditional authorities and grantee groups in support of shared strategic objectives. The role will include regular travel to other parts of the country, especially in the North.
The Senior Officer will report to the Deputy Director of External Relations in the Global Development Policy and Advocacy group, who is based in London, UK, and will work closely with the Directors of Family Health and Vaccine Delivery in Seattle to help support Program-driven goals. This position will function as an integral part of the Africa team led by the Deputy Director and be accountable to the Deputy Director for the achievement of foundation objectives.

Responsibilities:
- Serve as a senior-level foundation representative and spokesperson in Nigeria
- Build and maintain close relationships with key stakeholders in government, grantees, funders, NGOs, private sector, media, and other influentials relative to family health, routine immunization, new vaccine introduction, and polio eradication. Identify engagement priorities for 2011-2012 with relevant teams and execute upon that work.
- Establish close working relationship with key foundation staff on relevant strategies to ensure ongoing strategic alignment and prioritization of efforts.
- Provide strategic advice and support for foundation leadership to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in Nigeria. Lead and coordinate co-chairs, CEO and President's engagement on the continent including their visits and interactions with relevant partners and stakeholders in Nigeria and the region.
- Serve as an in-country lead for leadership trips within Nigeria; participate in planning and preparation for such trips with the appropriate groups.
- Provide research and requested briefings for staff and leadership and staff on relevant events and activities in Nigeria.
- Regional work: Provide limited support to foundation activities in other countries in the sub-region as well as engage more deeply with regional and Pan-African organizations headquartered in Nigeria, including ECOWAS.
- Operational: Oversee the operating budget and forecasts, expenditures for the foundation's Nigeria presence.

Qualifications:
- 10 years of experience with responsibility over multidisciplinary functions in Africa-focused organizations and institutions contributing to the development, design, and management of strategies and initiatives that produce significantly improved global health and/or global development outcomes. An advanced degree preferred.
- Deep understanding of Nigerian social and political landscape and knowledge of local language and culture preferred.
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills; excellent written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communication with a broad and diverse audience.
- Strong judgment with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with competing priorities. Ability to manage confidential information and situations with efficiency, flexibility, diplomacy, while cultivating trust within the team.
- Experience growing and managing teams in dynamic organizations with complex reporting structures. Experience successfully managing a remote office of a larger organization is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively at the highest levels of government. Experience working with media and communications agencies desired.
- Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, enthusiasm, and diplomacy both individually and as part of a complex team effort.
- Commitment to the foundation's core values, mission, and programs.
- Willingness to travel within Nigeria and the region.
- Sense of humor.

As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

Requisition Number: 2820BR
Job Segments: Agricultural, Agricultural Development, Agriculture, Global Health, Government, Healthcare, Management, NGO, Nonprofit, Not for Profit, Philanthropic, Philanthropy, Program Manager, Public Health, Public Policy, Research

Tender for Provision of External Audit Services

Tender No: KIM/ARG/001/2011

The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) is a not-for-profit professional membership-based, management and business development organization.

KIM invites sealed tenders from eligible candidates for provision of external audit services whose specifications are detailed in the tender document.

Interested candidates may obtain further information and inspect the tender document from the procurement office at KIM Head Office, located at Luther Plaza along Nyerere Road between 8.30 am and 4.00 pm on weekdays.

A copy of the tender document may be obtained by interested firms upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 3000.00 payable in cash or bankers cheque.

The completed tenders ¡n plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and tender reference name shall be addressed to:

The Executive Director,
Kenya Institute of Management,
P.O. Box 43706-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya

Tenders should be deposited in the tender box at KIM head office, located at Luther Plaza, 2nd Floor, not later than 12th August 2011 at 10.00am.

Proposals will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tendering firms, or their representatives at the KIM Head office Board Room.

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Experienced External Auditors required for an audit firm in Kisumu.

Must be working for an audit firm currently and be a qualified accountant.

To apply send your CV, covering letter, names of 3 professional referees and current salary to recruitksm@gmail.com.

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SOS Children's Villages International Established in 1949, SOS Children's Villages is a dynamic social development organisation working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of orphaned and vulnerable children. SOS Children’s Villages International is the umbrella organisation that provides support and guidance to SOS member associations in over 132 countries worldwide. Working throughout Africa and the Middle East (AFME), SOS Children’s Villages is in the process of recruiting a new External Communications Advisor, for the Continental Office AFME. Working on a full time basis and based in Nairobi/Kenya, he/she will establish external communication systems for rapid and efficient sharing of information across the continent, particularly from countries within AFME to the Promoting/Supporting Associations (PSAs). The External Communications Advisor will work closely with the Continental Office and the Regional Offices and report directly to the International Head of External Communications, based in Innsbruck/Austria. Closing date: 18 Feb 2011
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
THE CHALLENGE
?Plan and coordinate external communications activities within AFME and ensure consistency with the SOS Children’s Villages strategy and brand
?Form networks of communications co-workers and, as needed, serve as media spokesperson for regional/national journalists
?Build capacity of the organisation in the external communication skills that will best support the PSAs in their fundraising and communication effort

YOUR PROFILE
?Formal qualification in journalism, communications, PR or similar
?5 years experience in journalism, communications or a related field
?Excellent verbal / written communication skills
?Strong interpersonal and creative communication skills and the ability to relate to different cultures
?Excellent project management skills
?Ability to think strategically
?Well-developed facilitation and presentation skills
?Fluency in English (French is an asset)
?Ability to use Microsoft Office software and the internet

WE OFFER
?Diverse range of interesting tasks in a well recognised international organisation
?Intercultural working environment
?Interesting opportunities for further development
?Competitive compensation package
?The possibility to shape a new position within a global well-established organisation

In accordance with the organisation’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

If you are interested in this position, please send your application, (detailed CV and motivation letter - IN ENGLISH) - along with three traceable references to the following email address:

co.afme.hr@sos-kd.org

Closing date: 18th February 2011

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Established in 1949, SOS Children's Villages is a dynamic social development organisation working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of orphaned and vulnerable children.

SOS Children’s Villages International is the umbrella organisation that provides support and guidance to SOS member associations in over 132 countries worldwide. Working throughout Africa and the Middle East (AFME), SOS Children’s Villages is in the process of recruiting a new External Communications Advisor, for the Continental Office AFME.

Working on a full time basis and based in Nairobi/Kenya, he/she will establish external communication systems for rapid and efficient sharing of information across the continent, particularly from countries within AFME to the Promoting/Supporting Associations (PSAs).

The External Communications Advisor will work closely with the Continental Office and the Regional Offices and report directly to the International Head of External Communications, based in Innsbruck/Austria.

The Challenge

Plan and coordinate external communications activities within AFME and ensure consistency with the SOS Children’s Villages strategy and brandForm networks of communications co-workers and, as needed, serve as media spokesperson for regional/national journalistsBuild capacity of the organisation in the external communication skills that will best support the PSAs in their fundraising and communication effortFormal qualification in journalism, communications, PR or similar5 years experience in journalism, communications or a related fieldExcellent verbal / written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and creative communication skills and the ability to relate to different culturesExcellent project management skillsAbility to think strategicallyWell-developed facilitation and presentation skillsFluency in English (French is an asset)Ability to use Microsoft Office software and the internetDiverse range of interesting tasks in a well recognised international organisationIntercultural working environmentInteresting opportunities for further developmentCompetitive compensation packageThe possibility to shape a new position within a global well-established organisationIn accordance with the organisation’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

How to apply

If you are interested in this position, please send your application, (detailed CV and motivation letter - in English) - along with three traceable references to the following email address:

co.afme.hr@sos-kd.org

Closing date: 18th February 2011

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Marie Stopes International (MSI) is one of the largest international family planning organisations in the world. We are a marketing focused, results oriented social enterprise that develops efficient, effective and sustainable family planning programmes in the UK and 43 countries around the world. Every year MSI provides over six million people with high quality health services.

Marie Stopes International (MSI) seeks a Director of External Relations, Kenya, to develop high-level associations with key stakeholders (public sector, national and international NGOs, and the donor community), ensure effective management of donor-funded projects, lead in raising awareness of the organisation, and leverage additional large-scale funding to support the organisations’ continued growth. The role will also deputise for the Country Director.

The Director of External Relations is an exciting role requiring an experienced and dynamic individual with first-hand international development experience, international donor expertise and highly-developed communication skills. The role is varied and offers the opportunity to develop internal and country-specific donor strategies, engage donor representatives, lead project designs including teaming, develop first class proposals and budgets and build internal capacity.

MSI seeks a talented individual with proven skills and experience in leading successful external relations efforts, involving national government, bilateral and multilateral donors such as USAID (required), the Global Fund, DFID, KfW, PEPFAR and other European donors.

This post attracts an in-country salary package, plus assistance with visa applications and relocation.

Based in Nairobi with some extensive travel throughout Kenya and beyond, we are offering you the opportunity to take your career to the next level, whilst putting your skills to use assisting us to achieve our Mission of ‘Children by Choice, not Chance’. You must be pro choice on abortion.

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Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio. With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world.

Operating in Africa for more than 80 years, the Company has 5 markets within, the Equatorial African Region being amongst them. The regional operations are co-ordinated from Nairobi, Kenya to offer shared service across countries in Central, East, part of Southern Africa including the Island markets and Horn of Africa.

With this regional expertise, the Company aims at enhancing the business potential of this region, which is seen as an important source of future growth, and bring it up to the level of performance that the Company experiences in other regions of Africa and the world.

By reinforcing business and product categories focus, making operations more efficient, developing cross fertilization or enhancing peoples’ knowledge transfer and empowerment, this shared service expertise is expected to accelerate growth and meet the company’s high ambition for the Region.

Our client continues to be viewed as one of the leading global companies in Corporate Social Responsibility, particularly in the developing world. Being a committed leader in environmental performance, they ensure that natural resources are preserved and that waste management enjoys much attention in all operations worldwide. The company is an equal-opportunity employer with robust talent management policies, and systems. They value and reward individual and team contributions to business results.

Job Summary
Reporting to the manager policy application and management, the job holder will assist in development of strategy, devising a logical & strategical approach to key issues; execute communications and lobbying initiatives. He/she will also be required to develop, plan and execute public relations programs that enhance the external perceptions of the company; interact and works closely with Corporate & Public Affairs.

In order to achieve the key corporate objective of being acknowledged as the leader in nutrition by healthcare professionals, governments, NGO’s, customers, consumers and competitors, the role holder will be required to assist to build a franchise as the most respected, knowledgeable and trustworthy scientific partner for the medical and scientific community.

Responsibilities
1. Develop background information on issues of concern, analyze their potential impact and present recommendations to Legislation committee. Remain current with issues in Infant Feeding.

2. Serve as a contact for and develop partnerships with organizations (Public Policy, civic Leaders, Govt and Non Govt). Responsible for ‘relation creating initiatives/activities’ amongst key government departments, WHO and other critical representatives in order to communicate on issues of importance for our Infant Nutrition business.

3. Actively lobby in all countries in order to get balanced local codes in line with the WHO guidelines (where code is not legislated yet).Encourage governments to set up relevant monitoring bodies as regards their local code or WHO Code.

4. Assist with ensuring in all countries the implementation of the WHO Code and related matters, with the organizations Instructions as the guideline. Ensure implementation of local WHOCMS (WHO Code Management System) in every country.

5. Serve as a contact person for and maintain positive relations with KOL Become the key organizations liaison person with WHO Regional and local offices and be seen as the knowledge partner in order develops a reputation amongst key WHO officials.

6. Represent position to Govt, Local Authority, Interest groups, Associations and organizations. Provide leadership in the organization on all WHO related issues.

7. Monitor media coverage of issues of significance to the Company and work with corporate affairs in proactive media relations and in handling all media enquiries for the Company

8. Ensure maximum utilization of the organizations Program and initiate/conceptualize suitable scientific materials locally produced (i.e. E-Book)

Requirements
* Minimum requirement is 3-4 years tertiary education in nutrition;
* Experience and knowledge of local culture and strong networks including working with key government departments and WHO
* Experience working with corporate and public affairs team(s)
* Ability to prioritize and understand value and context of relationships
* Experience and confidence in working with people at different levels
* Ability to recognize key issues, threats and opportunities for policy and lobbying objectives
* Excellent team player

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 17th December 2010.

Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

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Org .Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-HABITAT, is the United Nations agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The post is located in the Office of External Relations within the Office of the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, the incumbent’s responsibilities will be 1. Management: Provide leadership, exercising oversight and maintaining coherence in the implementation of the work programme linked to (I) the Secretariat to the Governing Council and World Urban Forum; (II) Resource Mobilization Unit and (III) Information Service Section, In coordination with the work carried out by other divisions, agencies and bodies of the United Nations system. Undertake and oversee the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Office, including preparations of budgets, reporting on budget/programme performance, evaluation of staff performance, staff recruitment, and preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting. Advisory support, direction and input to the implementation of the Medium Strategic and Institutional Plan (MTSIP). 2. Secretariat to the Governing Council/World Urban Forum: Provide leadership to the development of an innovative change management programme. Specifically, provide policy guidance on the development of UN-Habitat’s strategic plan and long-term programme of cooperation with other/UN organizations and agencies. Define broad strategies to promote and support policy advocacy activities and initiate and coordinate high level policy dialogues with governments; local authorities and other partners. Enhance UN-habitat’s relationship with governments and the Permanent Missions, establishing protocols and ensuring the appropriate platforms for inter-agency and inter-governmental cooperation/exchange towards the achievement of set goals and the identification of new initiatives. Provide overall direction for the effective function of the Committee of Permanent Representatives and its working bodies. 3. Information Services: Provide direction, management and coordination of the work of the Information Service Section to ensure high quality and consistency of the organization’s informational and promotional products and activities with the overall information policy. 4. Resource Mobilization: Participate in and contribute to the organization’s strategic vision and the resulting work programme. Coordinate global programmes, incorporating experience and information into the UN-habitat work programme, through the formulation, implementation and elaboration of a resource mobilization strategy to broaden the UN-habitat’s funding base. Oversee through coordination and monitoring of Un-HABITAT’s funding proposals and progress reports to donors with a view of identifying donor funding opportunities. Negotiate funding agreements with donors. Undertake any other duties as directed by the Executive Director.

Competencies

Professionalism: Expert knowledge and demonstrated ability in analyzing, interpreting, formulating and communication complex policy and strategic issues on a broad range of development areas. Demonstrated professional competence in the management of human budgetary resources. Ability to apply UN rules, regulations and procedures in work stations.

Client Orientation: Ability to identify clients’ needs and propose appropriate solutions as well as establish and maintain effective relationships with outside collaborators and other contacts, including representations of Member States and the public.

Communication: Ability to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and members of intergovernmental bodies.

Leadership: Proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives and drives for change and improvement. Ability to effectively lead, mentor, develop and evaluate staff. Provides leadership and takes responsibilities for incorporating gender and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Vision: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue the same direction. Clearly communicates links between the organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, social sciences or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in policy and operational work on development issues required. Experience in inter-agency coordination required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language will be an advantage.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restriction on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Staff members are subjected to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.

If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please send an email to recruitment@unon.org, quoting the job opening number in the subject header of your email.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNTIED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

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In order to grow its Assurance and Tax Practice, a Middle Level Audit firm is currently interviewing for the position of a External Audit Manager.

The Audit Manager will work with a group of other professionals providing audit and assurance services with a view to adding value to their financial and operation performance of the firm’s clients.

The firm has a large pool of professionals with specialized experience in a wide variety of areas. The manager will be expected to quickly contribute to on-going engagements in various relevant fields and at the same time advance his/her technical potential.

The manager will participate in some of the most important activities in the firm and will play a lead role in a number of critical assignments including driving and growing the business, client service, staff training, development, supervision and appraisal.

More specifically, he will be involved in the professional services including but not limited to:

Interaction with the partners and directors and working with the internal teams to ensure exceptional client service deliveryFinancial statements audit, review, compilation and completion of other required proceduresPerformance of other assurance services to our clients Audit planning, client service plans and field work execution managementAssurance and other business development activitiesSupervise, develop and train engagement teams on audit engagements with strengthening existing client relationships and developing new business opportunities by participating in sales meetings and working on proposals Communicate audit findings and results to clients management team Opportunity to actively participate in firm-wide initiatives, included CPE development, delivery and recruitmentTraining, coaching and developing Staff Successful candidates will have:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Business Related field – a MUST.Full CPA qualification - a MUSTA minimum of 4 years experience working in external audit in a CPA firm Excellent analytical and technical experience with IFRS, IAS and Auditing Standards The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel in various industries Excellent written/verbal communications and collaboration skills Strong leadership and business development skills and integrity within a professional environmentAbility to manage multiple engagements in a fast paced environment Important Notes:

Candidates who meet the above qualifications should send their CVs by email to pdscourier@gmail.com not later than Wednesday 13 October 2010.

The application MUST include the Current and Expected Salary.

Housing and transport is provided by the firm.

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