As a world leading company in food processing and packaging, Tetra Pak's motto "Protect What's Good" reflects the philosophy upon which we conduct our business in order to make food safe and available everywhere.

Operating in more than 165 markets with over 20,000 employees, Tetra Pak believes in responsible industry leadership, creating profitable growth in harmony with good corporate citizenship and a sustainable approach to business.

We work closely with our suppliers and customers on preferred processing and packaging solutions to provide convenient, innovative and environmentally sound products to millions of people worldwide.

Facilities Administrator

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Ensure office building infrastructure, office areas, and utility areas are maintained according to standards & compliant to the legal requirements.Ensuring a safe working environment according to statutory and company guidelines and local legislation.Inspect condition of offices and other general areas and initiate corrective and improvement actions.Company contact for offices and other general areas related suppliers.Ensure office standards are maintained in line with the office 5S standards.Participatory membership in office pillar and offering guidance and implementing pillar decisions. Source and supervise service providers to carry out construction and maintenance of company offices and general areas.Attends to utilities supply issues eg drinking water supply issue, tea vending.Custodian of and updating of building drawings & specifications for offices and other general areas.Ensure best practice according to World Class Manufacturing(WCM) Early Building Management criteria in capital investment budgeting, planning, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.Follow-up and advice management on investment costs to ensure on Budget for all services is done on time & in full.Liaise with Safety Health&Environment(SHE) pillar to ensure compliant to company safety and environment legal requirements are met. Budgeting for outsourced services and monitoring the budgets.Company contact on outsourced services e.g. canteen, gym, grounds, yard, beverage vending, water supply and cleaning services.Supervise the above service providers to ensure the company gets value for money.Manage the company vehicle fleet; ensure proper usage of vans, manpower and scheduling of movement.General office management, oversee overall resource allocation, ensure hygiene and clean conditions are maintained consistently.Manage gym equipment.Manage policy on expatriates, international assignees and Short Term Assignment staff. Vehicles allocation, pool cars usage, repairs of company assets etc.Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.Post Graduate qualification in Project Management will be an added advantageKnowledgeable in AutoCAD, MS Project.At least four(4) years experience of in a similar position.

The main purpose of the job is to provide a professional, comprehensive Facilities Management service.Planning, coordinating and controlling all technical and facilities management activities.Ensure compliance to all maintenance related issues as well as staff and contractors.Ensure effective maintenance of the building and its equipment.Ensure effective and timely execution of requests and in-house errands as requested by management.Continuous monitoring of security systems & procedures and update management when necessary.Ensure proper and reliable functioning of all lighting, fire, evacuation and sprinkler systems.Ensure constant maintenance checks are carried out on air conditioning units and ensure that breakdowns relating to it are carried out efficientlyManage all Service level agreements on site.Management of facilities budget, supplier payments, client invoicing.Deliver monthly operational reports to management.Oversee security for the building and is the link between the security service provider and Government security agenciesManagement of cleaning services within a building and ensure that all workers wear Personal Protective Equipment as provided for in Law.Securing and ensuring that the building acquires all necessary licenses from the Government ( These are business plus other regulatory licenses)Coordination and supervision of all maintenance of installed equipment e.g. Lifts, generators, electric fences etcEnvironmental Health and Safety leader within the building. He should be able to coordinate all EHS activities in a multitenant building and coordinate drills. Should be expected to come up with best practice standards for all tenants within the building in terms of evacuation management.The link between the Management and other tenants in ensuring that leases are adhered to and services provided as per contract.Deliver service that exceeds the organizations quality management systems requirements Co-ordinate and ensure that all the service providers for the building deliver on their contracts signed i.e. garage collection, thorough cleaning of common areas, supplies for the washrooms are stock regularly, guards patrol the building e.t.c.Qualifications, Experience and Skills:A Bachelors degree in Business Management from a reputable university.3 years experience in Facilities/Property Management, with at least 2 years at management level.Good management skillsGood understanding of Electrical and Mechanical systemsThird party management.Security Management.Willing and available to work after-hours/flexible hours as and when requiredGood working knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 standards.Working knowledge of Critical Equipment (Generators, Lifts, Water pumps etc)Excellent experience and knowledge of OSH Act and on site experienceExperience of site finances/budgets/cost savings, supplier payment and client billing and book keeping.Good organization and analytical skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsFlexibleInnovativeQuick learnerTrustworthyCustomer and Team orientatedProficient in MS Office.Ability to prioritize and evaluate Client demands and drive closure of actions/issues.Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications, enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, daytime contacts and addresses of 3 professionally relevant referees to hr@tbm.co.ke by Friday, 10th May 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Position: Facilities Manager

Company Profile: One of the largest manufacturers of high quality edible vegetable oils & fats, margarine, and laundry & toilet soaps in the East and Central African region

Main Purpose of Job

The Facilities Manager will be responsible for managing facilities and company assets at the Regional office, vehicle fleet management and 3rd party contract management e.g. canteen, house cleaning e.t.c.

Key Responsibilities will be to;

Manage property relocation and ensure proper spacing & layout modification of all company facilities;Ensure maintenance and improvement works are carried out to all company head office assets and buildings;Propose and manage implementation of cost saving solutions as well as budget control on all facilities aspects;Manage all primary company contact with landlord/s;Organize and manage all General Services e.g. cleaning, canteen e.t.c;Ensure quality execution of contractors management; Manage the company’s Fleet by ensuring vehicle maintenance and fuel consumption control and optimization;Maintain key relationships with other functions internally e.g. Technical, Safety Health and Environment e.t.c. The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum skills and competencies;
Bachelor degree in Mechanical engineering or a related field from a recognized university;Minimum 5 years’ experience in maintenance and management of facilities, preferably with an FMCG background;Good working knowledge and experience on project management;Technical knowledge on electricity, sanitation, air conditioning and motor vehicle maintenance; Ability to conduct health and safety awareness;General understanding of financial analysis, budget reports and relevant business drivers;Excellent people management skills, with ability to achieve results through others.To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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GSK is one of the world’s leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. We offer exciting career opportunities for highly motivated and enterprising individuals.

If you are interested in joining us, apply for the following positions:

I) Projects & Facilities Manager

The job holder will be responsible for managing all engineering capital projects at the Nairobi site using GSK best practices, tools and techniques in the company’s project management standards.

Reporting directly to the Site Engineer, the job holder’s key focus, are as follows:

Project ManagementProject AccountingPeople managementSafety and complianceEssential Job Responsibilities:
Progress the project plans within the constraints of time, budget and quality in order to support and enhance overall product flow.Ensure appropriate upkeep of site facilities in order to provide a habitable and pleasant working environment and coordinate the teams in achievement of the project objectives.Convert planned projects into tasks for ease in implementation.Serve as the designated point of contact for project procedural issues.Provide visibility of task progress and update the Site’s facility master plan.Propose the creation of cross functional project teams.A degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Process).At least 5 years Project Management experience.Must have a good track record of Capital Project Delivery (including design management, construction management, contract management, commissioning & handover.Experience in developing business cases for capital investment.Experience of working in a consumer Healthcare, food factory or pharmaceutical environment would be an added advantage.Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices Validation, Good Engineering Practices and commissioning, preferably in a Consumer Healthcare or pharmaceutical environment.Understanding of process plant and equipment (mechanical and electrical).Ability to work with limited supervision, on a day to day basis.Experience in managing cross functional teams.Excellent communication skills (presentations and written).Understanding of construction safety.Strong planning & organisational skills required.II) Maintenance & Site Services Manager

Reporting directly to the Site Engineer, the job holder’s key focus areas are:

Manage the repair and maintenance of all the product manufacturing equipment.Manage the operation and running of the Site’s utilities.Essential Job Responsibilities:
Manage planned preventive maintenance programs on siteManage all unplanned equipment and facility breakdowns.Maintain the operation and running of all utilities, keep an updated risk register for all utility related risks.Ensure calibration is carried out across the Site and maintain updated records in line with relevant SOPsEnsure appropriate upkeep of site facilities in order to provide a habitable and pleasant working environment.Manage the Engineering storesEnsure correct engineering standards are applied across the site.Provide engineering support for all new equipment on site.Bsc / BEng in Mechanical / Electrical EngineeringAt least 5 years experience in a maintenance department of an FMCG / Pharmaceutical manufacturing site.Process Engineering knowledge will be an added advantageKnowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices Validation, Good Engineering Practices and commissioning, preferably in a Consumer Healthcare or pharmaceutical environment.Understanding of process plant and equipment (mechanical and electrical).Ability to work with limited supervision, on a day to day basis.Experience in managing cross functional teams.Excellent communication skills (presentations and written).Understanding of OHS Act, EHS, SABA, QMS, OEStrong planning & organisational skills required.Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to: QYZ72406@gsk.com

The application deadline is 2nd December 2011

Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Exciting Career Opportunities with Airtel Africa Head Office

About Airtel

Affordability, innovation and community engagement are the three pillars of success for Airtel International which owns and operations mobile communications networks across 16 markets in Africa.

Airtel International is part of Bharti Airtel which has more than 200 million customers globally and, since it acquired Zains African businesses in June 2011, has become the fifth largest telecoms company in the world.

In Africa, Airtel has over 42 million customers and aims to attract more than 100 million customers across the continent by 2013. We will achieve this through fulfilling our vision of making telephony available and affordable for everyone across Africa, even in the most remote areas which are at present disconnect from the world.

We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the open positions in the following areas:

Supply Chain

Position: Head of Real Estate and Facilities

Ref: SCM/H Q/OO1

Reporting to: Chief Supply Chain Management Officer for Africa.

Education Requirements:

Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Civil Design.An MBA and a Project Management qualification will be an added advantage.To lead all projects related to land acquisition building acquisition, refurbishment and all real estate OPEX optimization programs across Africa.
Primarily responsible for ensuring optimal space allocations and occupation to ensure best in class ergonomics in Africa.A minimum of 15 years experience in Civil Design, Project Management, Facilities Management and/or Contract Management with at least 3 years in a leadership role from reputable multinational organizations within any of the following industries: Hospitality, FMCG, Telecommunications and Architectural.Network

Position: Manager, Partner & Process Governance

Ref: NWK/GOV/HQ/001

Reporting to: Head of Operations Optimization and OPEX

Education Requirements:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.MBA will be an added advantage.To lead the Partner & process governance function in order to ensure smooth migration & seamless operations post Managed services introduction.
Successful candidate will work with partners to draft the best in class Preventive, Reactive & Escalation processes for enabling Operational silence as well as recommend the scope of work for managed services partners for effective use of resources & to avoid grey areas.
He/she will also assume day to day responsibility for ensuring seamless network operations across our operations in Africa and handle Partner governance & contract management.10 years experience in the running and management of service partners within a telecommunications environment.Application process

Interested applications should send their detailed CVs and application (quoting the job reference) to Hr.Hq@airtel.com by 16 September2011.

Applications should be addressed to the Head Office Recruitment Manager

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Livestock – Epidemio - Surveillance Project Southern Sub – Project (Southern Sudan)

A study to assess the health regulations, management and ownership of livestock slaughter facilities in five states of the Republic of South Sudan

Terms of Reference

Introduction

Veterinaires Sans Frontieres Belgium (VSF-Belgium) is an international non-governmental organization whose vision is to improve the welfare of vulnerable populations in developing countries, through improving animal health and production.

We have been a key player in the livestock sector in Southern Sudan since 1995 with a major role in the establishment of a community based animal health delivery system. Since 2007 VSF Belgium has been involved directly in supporting the Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) in the establishment of an effective and efficient disease surveillance system in South Sudan.

This is under Livestock Epidemio-surveillance Southern sub-project (LESP) through a grant from the European Community (EC), a parallel project is being implemented in northern Sudan.

The overall objective of the project is long-term reduction of poverty of those involved in livestock farming.

The specific objectives are:

Completion of the rinderpest eradication pathway in Southern Sudan completed by 2008.Establishment of an effective and sustainable epidemio-surveillance system (ESS) owned and supported by the Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) in order to support timely and effectively livestock disease control.Ensure that the GoSS Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) has an informed and fully-costed strategy addressing main animal health issues affecting Southern Sudan.The target groups for the project are the livestock owners of Southern Sudan, Community-based Animal Health Workers (CAHWs), Animal Health Auxiliaries, (AHAs), public and private veterinarians, Southern Sudan State Ministries of Agriculture and Animal Resources and Government of Southern Sudan (GoSS) Ministry of Animal Resources and Fisheries (MARF) Directorate of Veterinary Services.

Consultancy summary

In the past four years the project had its focus on addressing the completion of rinderpest eradication pathway as recommended by the World Animal Health Organization (OIE), as well as strengthening the disease surveillance capacity of the government of South Sudan specifically targeting priority and emerging livestock diseases in South Sudan.

In a quest to take the surveillance effort further the project aims to advocate for an improved disease tracking system, linking up with livestock routes and marketing infrastructures. These marketing infrastructures were destroyed during the two decade long civil war.

The study is designed to look at the existing slaughter facilities in the five states of Central Equatoria, Jonglei, Upper Nile, Eastern Equatoria and Unity and assess their conformity with normal operating standards.

Location

This study will take place in the five State capital towns of Juba, Bor, Malakal, Torit and Bentiu.

Objectives of the survey

The objective of this study is to look at the status of the existing slaughter facilities and assess their compliance with normal standards applicable in meat inspection practices, i.e. ante and post mortem, processing as well as management and ownership of the structures.

1. The consultant will look at the structure of the facility in line but not limited to the points list listed below:

The site of the slaughter facility and the surrounding environAccessibility by the livestock traders and butchersAvailability of holding pens for ante mortem inspection and isolationThe size of the facility in relation to outputThe design including various compartments i.e. slaughtering and skinning, carcass hanging facility, viscera processing and inspection space, slaughter by-products disposal and/or processingAvailability of necessary slaughtering equipmentsAvailability of potable water; power and adequate ventilationAvailability of adequate drainage as well as disposal facilitiesAvailability of offices and lavatories2. Health regulations; the consultant will investigate the existing health regulations in the slaughter facility, this includes but not limited to:
Ante and post mortem inspectionDisposal of condemned partsHealth fitness certificates for the workersIdentification of inspected carcassesWashing and disinfection facilitiesApplication of food safety principles on meat products starting within the facility all the way to the consumer e.g. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
3. Assess the processing/utilization/commercialization of slaughter by-products and comment on any unexploited potential for the processing/utilization/commercialization of the same.

4. Management and Ownership: the consultant is expected to document the existing management system in the slaughter facility and how the roles and responsibilities are divided between the veterinary authority, town council, butchers and livestock traders associations.

5. Gauge the knowledge of stakeholders ( cattle owners, traders, butchers, slaughter house staff and consumers) on public health issues especially meat hygiene, and understand their perception about the current systems.

6. The consultant is expected to assess the environmental implications related to the site and operation of slaughter facilities as well as transportation of meat products to retail outlets.

7. Document the findings with clear recommendations.

Execution

The expert(s) will draft a detailed work plan for the study within the first one (1) week of signing the contractA participatory approach will be expected with maximum stakeholder participation and appropriate involvement of MARF and project target groups at all stages.
The whole mission is expected to be completed within 30 daysThree (3) days desk workTwenty five days (25) days field work involving travel between the five states and consultation with the stakeholdersTwo (2) days validation workshop in JubaDeliverables

The expert(s) will be expected to submit a hard and soft copy of a detailed work plan within one (1) week of signing the consultancy contract.

A detailed final report will be presented to the VSF-B Regional Director and LESP Sub-project Coordinator entailing the findings and recommendation of the survey. The entire report will be presented in English and will remain the property of VSF-B. A hard copy and a soft copy must be submitted.

A draft report will be expected seven (7) days after the end of the mission and the final report is expected 5 days after VSF-B’s comments.

The contents of the report shall be as follows:

Executive summary (covering major findings and recommendations).Background.Description of the objectives of the mission and execution methodology.FindingsProblems encounteredRecommendations;Annexes covering Terms of Reference, abbreviations, data collection formats and questionnaires used references, graphs, tables, etc.).

Responsibilities

The LESP Technical Advisor based in Juba, Southern Sudan will ensure the overall coordination of the mission in conjunction with the Project Coordinator (PC) also based in Juba. The expert(s) will be expected to work closely with MARF and relevant stakeholders.

The LESP Sub-Project Coordinator will have overall responsibility and accountability for the mission and will provide guidance through all stages of the studies.

The expert(s) will be part of the Project Management Unit which reports to the PC.

Qualifications

The expert(s) are expected to have the following attributes:

Veterinary public health expert with at least seven years experience in assessment of livestock marketing structuresExperience in carrying out similar studies, using participatory methodologies and a proven track record of excellent results delivery.Experience with livestock market analysisExcellent report writing skills.Working experience in Southern Sudan is desirable.Contact Information

Interested consultants should prepare and submit to VSF-B both technical and financial proposal for the assignment by 13th of August 2011

They should indicate their qualifications and experience with a detailed execution plan.

The proposals, CV and letter of motivation as well as three (3) referees should be sent electronically to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke

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Deacons Kenya Limited, the leading fashion retailer in East Africa over the last fifty years, is seeking to recruit a focused, self-driven professional of high integrity in the position specified below.

Deacons operates nine exciting brands namely, Woolworths, Truworths, Identity, Mr. Price Home, Mr. Price Clothing, 4u2, Angelo, Adidas and Lifefitness; through twenty seven retail outlets in Kenya , Uganda and Tanzania.

The business has a central Head office and warehousing operation located in Kenya.

Deacons is continually sourcing brands to address lifestyle needs in the markets it operates in, and will soon be launching the new Baby shop brand in Nairobi.

Plans to establish business presence in Kigali, Rwanda are at an advanced stage with operations expected to commence in the fourth quarter of the year.

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Operations Officer will be responsible for:

Maintain records, reports and files as pertains to all Deacons stores lease agreements and arrange for insurance in liaison with the Finance department;Analyze property market conditions, property licensing and local council taxes;Supervise progress of construction or maintenance works to completion and ensure property is left in a state that would be ready for use;Advise Finance on projects commencement dates and progress for insurance purposes;Ensure general maintenance of stores, company vehicles including inspection for valuation as advised;Supervise contracted services including mail courier service;In liaison with Finance, maintain fixed asset registers, store equipment ledgers and signage;Compile data for financial reports including annual stores maintenance budgets;Carry out an annual prequalification of suppliers of goods and services;Maintain contractors and suppliers data base and evaluate their ability to undertake work as tendered;Analyse quotations received and present findings to the tender committee for selection;Obtain quotations and issue LPO’s to selected Suppliers for delivery of goods as approved by the Operations Director;Verify invoices related to contractors and non trade stock for payment as required;Maintain records and accountable documents as required;Any other duties as delegated.Bachelor’s degree in Land Economics or Diploma in Property or Construction management from a recognized institution. Experience in building maintenance will be an added advantage;2-3 years Project management and procurement experience;Good knowledge of MS Office suiteAbility to understand the design requirements and follow through architectural drawings and plans;Working knowledge of Purchasing , procurement and an understanding of basic accounting;Good organizational skills, ability to build work relationships, maintain high accountability levels;A flexible dispositionInterested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to send their applications with detailed CV, current telephone number and email address, on or before 29 July 2011 to the address indicated below.

The Human Resource Manager,
Deacons Kenya Limited,
P.O. Box 30087-00100,
Nairobi

Email: careers@deacons.co.ke

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Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created by an Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya on 21st December 1965. Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The KRCS is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:

Position Title: Water & Sanitation Facilities Manager

Reporting to: Head of Water & Sanitation

Job Location: Headquarters- Nairobi

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Head of Water and Sanitation Department for effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) programmes.

Specific duties include supervising the construction and rehabilitation of water supply systems and sanitation facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate with Regions, Branches and other stakeholders to develop water and sanitation strategic plan and budget in line with the KRCS strategic objectives and Government’s policies and priorities.Plan, implement and report on Watsan projects which are assigned and general administration of such projects as the local budget holder.Provide technical support and supervision to Regions and Branches to ensure effective implementation of Watsan projects.Design and develop specifications for the procurement of water and sanitation equipment, machinery and related hardware.Coordinate the construction of new water supply systems and sanitation facilities.Identify and map existing non-functional water systems for rehabilitation or new sites for construction of sanitation facilities.Plan and coordinate emergency Watsan relief activities in response to disasters in liaison with the Disaster Management Department.Coordinate and monitor prudent utilisation and application of available resources.Coordinate preparation of funding proposals and appeals for resource mobilisation in line with the KRCS Strategic Plan.Coordinate monitoring, evaluation reporting and documentation of Watsan hardware programmes.Relevant BSc qualification in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications.Over five (5) years experience in developing, implementing community-based water, sanitation and hygiene programmes especially in arid and semi-arid areas.Ability to design utilising relevant engineering software including the latest AutoCAD version.Position Title: Regional Water & Sanitation Officer

Reporting to: Regional Manager

Job Location: Garissa

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Regional Manager for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) programmes.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop water and sanitation strategic plan and budget in line with the strategic objectives and the Government’s policies and priorities.Conduct baseline surveys to establish perceptions and areas with needs for new water and sanitation systems and also conduct community consultation and sensitisation campaigns.Design and develop specifications for the procurement of water and sanitation equipment, machinery and related hardware in consultation with the Watsan Facilities Manager.Coordinate the construction of new water supply systems (bore-holes, wells and springs) and sanitation facilities (public toilets and washing areas).Coordinate identification and mapping of faulty water systems for rehabilitation or new sites for construction of sanitation facilities, organise and implement repair works to water supply and sanitation systems in line with defined priorities.Develop and implement community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation capacity building programmes aimed at strengthening the community to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices and take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructure facilities.Participate in the implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff and volunteers with capacity to provide community-based training on water, sanitation and hygiene.Provide technical support to Branches in the implementation Watsan projects and follow-up for timely quality reports. Conduct regular monitoring visits to Watsan projects to ensure timely implementation and also follow-up to ensure effective utilization of project funds.Coordinate preparation of funding proposals and appeals for material assistance in line with the KRCS Strategic Plan by ensuring adherence to donor requirements.Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications.Relevant post-graduate qualification such as MSc in Community Development or its equivalent.Over three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in emergency or relief context.Position Title: Water & Sanitation Project Officer (Hardware)
2 positions

Reporting to: Branch Cordinator

Job Location: Rhamu, Wajir

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting, and implementing community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) projects.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as taking ownership, operating, maintaining and managing in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Contribute to the planning, implementation and reporting of Watsan projects assigned and specifically coordinate Watsan hardware components of these projects with other team members.Identify specifications for the procurement of water and sanitation equipment, machinery and related hardware according to identified and prioritized needs.Prepare BOQs (Bills of Quantities) and designs for identified water and sanitation infrastructure.Spearhead the construction of new water supply systems (bore-holes, wells, springs, water pans and sand dams) and sanitation facilities (public toilets and washing areas)Identify and map existing non-functional water systems for rehabilitation or new sites for construction of sanitation facilities and in line with defined priorities, organise and implement repair works to water supply and sanitation systems.Initiate community consultation and sensitisation campaigns on implementation of new water and sanitation systems; as well mobilise volunteers to participate in Watsan projects.Prepare project work-plans and budgets and also implement community based safe and affordable Watsan capacity building programmes aimed at strengthening the community to not only adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices but also take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructure facilities.Participate in the implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff and volunteers with capacity to provide community-based training on water, sanitation and hygiene.Conduct baseline surveys to establish perceptions and areas with needs for new water and sanitation systems and also conduct community consultations and sensitisation campaigns.Implement strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, donors, Government agencies, the private sector and other players.Conduct training of volunteers and communities for sustainable Watsan interventions.Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement.Diploma in Water Engineering or equivalent qualifications. A BSc in Civil Engineering will be an added advantage.Two (2) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in emergency and relief context.Position Title: Watsan Field Officer (Software)
2 Positions

Reporting to: Branch Coordinator

Job Location: Dertu, Isiolo

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning and implementing community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation (Watsan) projects.

Other duties include, strengthening the community’s capacity to adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices as well as take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a
sustainable manner the installed infrastructural facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Contribute to the planning, implementation and reporting of Watsan projects assigned and specifically coordinate software components of these projects with other team members who may be responsible for other components of the projects.Initiate community consultation and sensitisation campaigns on implementation of new water and sanitation systems; as well mobilise volunteers to participate in Watsan projects.Implement community-based safe and affordable water and sanitation capacity building programme aimed at strengthening the local associate staff, volunteers and community to not only adopt water, sanitation and hygiene practices but also take ownership, operate, maintain and manage in a sustainable manner the installed infrastructure facilities.Participate in the implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening the community and volunteers with capacity to provide community-based training on water, sanitation and hygiene.Participate in baseline surveys to establish perceptions and areas with needs for new water and sanitation systems and also conduct community consultations and sensitisation campaigns.Implement strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players.Conduct training of volunteers and communities for sustainable Watsan interventions.Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement.Diploma in Community Development, Public Health, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications. A Bachelors Degree in the same will be an added advantage.Two (2) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in development context.Position Title: Programme Assistant

Reporting to: Head of Water & Sanitation

Job Location: Headquarters- Nairobi

Overall Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for providing effective confidential administrative and secretarial support services in the development, implementation and evaluation of departmental management plans.

Specific duties include collecting and analysing data and information, preparing correspondence, providing information to staff and customers, scheduling appointments, planning and organising meetings and conferences, writing minutes, as well as monitoring the progress of various assignments to ensure that the head of department and senior managers are kept fully informed on all matters requiring immediate attention.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain communication channels between KRCS Headquarters Regional and Branch offices as well as external organisations and individuals.Prepare minutes, correspondence and reports in accordance to instructions.Operate word processing and reprographic machines and equipment to produce reports and make copies.Respond to telephone inquiries, giving information to callers and routing calls to appropriate officials and also placing outgoing calls. Receive official visitors and walk-in customers by ascertaining the nature of business and directing them accordingly.Receive, sort, record and distribute mail, general correspondence and documents to appropriate officials.Schedule appointments and screening requests for meetings, synchronising and updating appointments.Prepare both local and international itineraries, confirming travel, freight and hotel reservations.Locate and attach appropriate files to correspondence or queries for the attention of the appropriate officer.Oversee the proper maintenance, storage, retrieval of files and documents in order to ensure that they are accessible and secure.Organise meetings, conferences and training activities and provide effective secretarial support of the proceedings.Monitor and track the progress of various assignments and regularly update the appropriate officers on organisational deadlines and problems.Provide assistance in the preparation of project proposals, work-plans, reports and budgets.Provide support in the procurement of departmental supplies.Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or Community Development or equivalent qualifications.Minimum two (2) years relevant experience gained in a busy executive office.Position Title: Agriculture Extension Officer

Reporting to: Project Coordinator

Job location: Dertu

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting, implementation and monitoring integrated and sustainable agricultural livelihoods and livelihood options within the implemented project.

Other responsibilities include farm management function for branch and community supported project in agriculture that includes capacity building of communities and developing marketing strategies for small holder farm products as an income generating activity (IGA) for the branch and the communities supported by the projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

In coordination with the Branch Coordinator, oversee overall farm management of supported projects for both IGA for the Branch and the communities.Identification of crop suitability and other required farm inputs for different sites in collaboration with agricultural officers from the Ministry of Agriculture.Coordinate the establishment and strengthening of community self-help groups for agricultural livelihood projects.Carrying out Monitoring and Evaluation activities, and proposing revisions required during the course of implementation of the work plan.Assisting the Branch Coordinator in preparing work plans and budgets for submission to the Regional office and Headquarters for compilation.Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of community training curriculum and capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening communities with capacity to implement agricultural livelihood projects.Training targeted beneficiaries of the project on all aspects of agricultural production.Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, and other players on the ground to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance effectiveness.Carrying out trials on improvement of the establishment of agricultural modern farming technologies that are adaptive to climate change (greenhouse farming, multi-storey gardening among others).Ensure proper accounts in accordance to the KRCS regulations and donor requirements.Diploma in agricultural extension, farm management, horticulture or equivalent qualifications.At least three years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating agricultural extension works or community projects.Position Title: Project Accountant

Reporting to: Branch Coordinator

Job location: Dertu

Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for maintaining records of financial transactions related to income and expenditure within the Branch.

Other duties include reconciling and balancing accounts as well as posting and compiling monthly reports to show records related to financial operations in the Branch.

Duties & Responsibilities

Receive cash or cheques, recording financial transactions and counting money to verify amounts and issuing receipts for funds received.Maintain books of accounts by inserting data into the accounting system (electronic and manual).Prepare payment vouchers and issuance of cheque payments to creditors and other accounts.Recording of cheques issued in a cheque dispatch register and maintenance of the same.Ensure that all payments or money transactions are properly supported by the required documents as outlined in the financial guidelines.Ensure that receipts and invoices for all payments match the acceptable criteria.To be responsible for the petty cash of the project, carry out daily cash reconciliation, make payments to KRCS volunteers, suppliers etc. and keep the Branch Coordinator informed of the available petty cash on a regular basis and prepare new money requests well in advance as may be required.Carry out regular bank reconciliation.To assist the Branch Co-ordinator in any other matters relating to finances or accounts.CPA (K) or equivalent ACCA final level qualifications or a Bachelors Degree in a Business Related Field with CPA Part (II), Section 4.At least two years experience in a busy accounts/ finance office Key Competencies for the positions:
Knowledge of water, sanitation, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at providing access to safe and affordable water and sanitation.Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop timely reports and prepare relevant publications.Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilisation of the internet.Applications must contain:

A letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Monday, 11th July 2011.

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The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization that carries out policy relevant research on population, health, education and development issues facing sub-Saharan Africa.

The Center is moving to its new office building which also includes about 25,000 square feet let out to other tenants.

The Center seeks to recruit a Facilities Manager for this new complex.

The Facilities manager will be responsible for the management of services and processes that support the core business of the Center and will work towards ensuring that the Center has the most suitable work environment.

He/she will generally focus on using best business practice to enhance efficiency by reducing operating costs while increasing productivity.

Duties include

* Negotiation of contracts for maintenance of property and supervision of various service providers including those for security, cleaning and equipment maintenance
* Monitoring and supervision of the various service providers to ensure quality services and value for money
* Routine inspection of property including fixtures and installed equipment to ensure the building structure and furnishings are in good state of repair and maintenance at all times
* Preparation of estimates for renovations and new works and solicitation of quotes from qualified service providers
* Management of security and fire safety ensuring that strict security and safety procedures are adhered to
* Liaising with our lawyers in the finalization of all legal contracts for the premises
* Rent and service charge collection. This shall include hiring out of training rooms on a day to day basis
* Liaison with the occupants of the premises to ensure they understand and agree to adhere to terms and conditions relating to the occupation of the buildings
* Supervise the provision of general administration services at the premises e.g. transport and catering services
* Preparation of annual recurrent and capital budget with regard to the premises
* Management of the service charge budget
* Ensure payments for ground rent, land rates, insurance premiums and all water and electricity bills are settled promptly
* Use performance management techniques to monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels

Skills and Qualifications

* BA Land Economics or its equivalent
* Some administrative qualification e.g. procurement
* Good knowledge of contract and property law
* At least 3 years administrative and property management experience
* Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office products

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply enclosing a detailed CV, quoting current and expected salary and providing contact details of three referees to the address below by April 20, 2011.

The position will be for an initial period of 3 years and is renewable based on performance.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate the position you are applying for on the envelop or on the subject line for those applying by email (jobs@aphrc.org).

The Human Resources Officer
African Population and Health Research Center
P.O. Box 10787-00100 GPO, Nairobi
www.aphrc.org

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