Applications are invited for the following teaching positions in Arabuko Forest High School.English/Literature/IRE/HistoryKiswahili/Geography/History/IRE/ArabicMaths /Chemistry/Physics/Biology/Business StudiesDiploma in Education, P.G.D.E or B.EdMinimum three years teaching experience.A proof of good track record.Those with TSC No.s will be given priority.An attractive package plus housing will be provided and other benefits.
Application with detailed C.V, certificate and testimonials should be addressed to the address below before 29th of April, 2013.P O Box 31422-00600 Nairobi
or amaedoafrica@gmail.com
Vacancies are available in form 1 and 2. Students should have a minimum of 270 marks in KCPE.

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The African Forest Forum (AFF) is an association of individuals who share the pursuit and commitment to the sustainable management, use and conservation of the forest and tree resources of Africa for the betterment of the socio-economic wellbeing of its people and for the stability and improvement of its environment.The purpose of AFF is to provide a platform and create an enabling environment for independent and objective analysis, advocacy and advice on all relevant policy and technical issues pertaining to achieving sustainable management, use and conservation of Africa’s forest and tree resources as part of efforts to reduce poverty, protect the environment and promote economic and social development.

The position

The African Forest Forum is recruiting for the position of a Programme Officer to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, or at some other location, reporting to the Executive Secretary through the Senior Programme Officer.

 Duties and responsibilities

To assist the Senior Programme Officer in the coordination and implementation of activities on:

Climate change as it relates to forest resources and livelihoods;The fuel-fibre-food nexus;Forest-water relations.To assist the Senior Programme Officer on any other duties and responsibilities as may be directed by the Executive Secretary.
To represent the AFF, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, on matters relating to the above duties, and on any other matters as directed by the Executive Secretary and the Governing Council of AFF.

Minimum qualifications and skills

Masters degree in forestry, environment,  natural resources management or related area,  plus a minimum of 5 years of post masters experience;Must have the capacity and demonstrated experience in the application of forest science to the management of natural resources;Must  be a good team player;Excellent written and oral communication skills in French with a working knowledge of English.Female applicants from the Congo Basin countries  have an advantage.Terms of offer

AFF and ICRAF are equal opportunity employers and offer a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment.  The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, beginning July 2012, with potential for extension subject to performance and availability of resources.  

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees.  All correspondence should be addressed to the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org.  Applications will be considered until 20th June 2012, and should indicate “Application for a Programme Officer - AFF” on their application letters and email submissions.

 Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

 We invite you to learn more about AFF and ICRAF by accessing our web site:

http://www.afforum.org/

http://www.worldagroforestrycentre.org/

Ngare Ndare Forest Trust, based on the southern boundary of the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy encompasses the Ngare Ndare forest on the northern foothills of Mount Kenya and acts as a critical wildlife corridor between the Mount Kenya and Laikipia – Samburu ecosystems.

We are looking for a high caliber, self-driven Project Manager.

Ref: PM
Project Manager

Reporting to the Chairman of the Board of the Ngare Ndare Forest Trust, this position is responsible for the day to day running of the Trust’s activities to ensure that the set goals and objectives are achieved.

Qualification, Experience & Skills

Be a holder of a Master’s of Science degree in environmental sciences or forestryPossess skills in donor reporting and proposal writingPossess computer skillsPossess communication skillsExperience and skills to manage a team of about twenty staffCommunity development knowledge desirableTourism management experience will be an added advantagePossess 5 years post-qualification relevant experienceAged between 30 and 45 years.Ready to start working immediatelyIf you meet the requirements, ready to start working immediately and are interested in joining a team of hardworking staff, please send your resume and application letter to the address below giving daytime telephone contacts of three professional referees by 27th July 2011.

The Human Resources Manager
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Private Bag,
Isiolo, Kenya

or Email: hr@lewa.org

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Management Trainees

20 Posts

KFS Grade 9

Ref: KFS /HR/MTS/01/2011

Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament to sustainably manage and conserve all types of forests. As part of the Organization’s succession planning strategy, the Management wishes to recruit young and dynamic individuals as management trainees.

The successful candidates will undergo intensive management training for two years in Forestry management, Conservation and Utilization and thereafter be posted to various assignments within KFS Headquarters and field.

Requirements

A Bsc. Degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or any other related field from a recognized UniversityMust have graduated within the last five (5) yearsMust have a minimum of 2nd class honors upper divisionMust be aged between 24-29 yearsMust be computer literatePrior exposure (attachment) in a Natural Resource Field is desirable.Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before June 17th, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Deputy Director
Human Resource and Administration
Kenya Forest Service
P.O. Box 30513-00100
Nairobi

http://www.kenyaforestservice.org/

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Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament for the management and conservation of all types of forests. The Service seeks to recruit a self motivated, dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the above position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, the Head of Legal Service / Corporation Secretary will be head of the legal service operations:-

Offering opinion to the board and management on all legal mattersEnsuring that the corporation complies with statutory and regulatory requirementsCoordinating and / or handling all litigation cases in liaison with the Attorney General’s Chambers, Government Ministries and external lawyersDrawing and processing legal notices and other gazette notices issued under the Forest ActAttending to Board and maintaining records of Board’s proceedingsEnsuring safe custody of the Corporate Seal and security documentsPreparing and analyzing contractsKeeping safe custody of Service’s seal, securities, agreements, minutes and other legal instrumentsCoordinating the review of the Forest Act, the by-laws and regulations relating to the organizationAppraising and ensuring appropriate training of legal personnelPerforming any other duties that may be assigned to him / her by the management from time to timeA degree in law from a recognised UniversityAn Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least 12 years experienceDemonstrate an understanding of conservation issuesMust be computer literateIn addition to the above, the person must have the following competence:-
Be outstanding in honesty and integrityBe mature and a team player with proven track record of leading, managing and motivating other team membersPossess analytical and interpersonal skillsAbility to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlinesIf you believe you have the necessary qualifications and experience, please write to us in confidence by 18th February 2011 enclosing an application letter, CV, details of present position, current remuneration, availability, the names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional / educational certificates.

Applicants should be sent to the

Director, Kenya Forest Service,
P.O. Box 30513-00100,
Nairobi

or hand delivered to the Headquarters Office, Kenya Forest Service, Karura, Nairobi.

Tel. 020 2020285,

Fax 020 2385374.

Website: www.kenyaforestservice.org

“Any canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification”.

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