Homa Hills Community Development Organization is a medium-sized national NGO located in North Rachuonyo district.Its major partners include CRS Kenya, USAID Aphia Plus and MONSANTO research organizations.

HHCDO stives to empower communities living in Karachuonyo in terms of their civic responsibilities, economic independence, food security, environmental conservation, public health and HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support for a just and equitable society.

Its overriding role is to build community capacity to facilitate sustainable development to support vulnerable groups.

We seek to fill the following vacancy and invite qualified, dedicated and self-motivated applicants.

Pharmaceutical Technologist (Aids Relief Project)

Purpose: To manage the ARP pharmacy, and coordinate all activities of stock and inventory management pertaining to HIV/AIDS drugs for the AIDS Relief program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure good store keeping for pharmacy drugsPrepare and manage pharmacy inventory in conjunction with the ARP project coordinatorBe part of clinical eligibility committee to set and periodically evaluate annual department goalsDevelop, review, and regularly update the standard operating procedures, manual for administration and distribution of ARVsReview with medical staff and update regularly the hospital drug formulary for the projectGive the ARP clinical team updates of the availability of drugsFollowing appropriate education and participate in counseling of patients taking ARVs in order to promote compliance with prescribed regimenDispense ARVs and OI drugs to patients in the  programPreparation of monthly pharmacy reports to partnersMember of the Continous Quality Improvement TeamMinimum Acceptable qualifications:Diploma in pharmacy from K.M.T.C or equivalent with at least two years experienceComputer skills in windows, Microsoft word, excel, outlook and accessTraining in ART or effective commodity management; or previous experience working in a CCC would be an added advantageApplications (stating current and expected salary) for the above vacancy should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him by close of business Wednesday, February 27th 2013 by COB

All applications should be in the form of a single attachment containing both the cover letter, and CV Only (in MS Word or PDF format)

Homa Hills strives to provide the space and encourages all staff to be innovative and think beyond their Job Descriptions to create opportunities for themselves and the organization

The Chief Executive Officer
Homa Hills Community Development Organization
P.O. Box 760-40300,
Homa Bay.

E-mail: hhcdo.jobs@homahills.or.ke

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General Chef / Cooks Job - Urgent

We are a leading eco-lodge based in Chyulu hills seeking to recruit suitable candidates for the above position.

Location: Chyulu hills

The suitable candidate will be based in Chyulu Hills where the lodge is based and should be willing to work there.

He/she will have to be prepared to live in the bush, with no communication or telephone and very limited social life.

Urgent position available immediately

Qualifications

The selected candidates will hold a Diploma in Food Production or related from a recognized institution.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years’ experience in a busy 4-5star hotel set up or in a small luxury lodge in the bush.

Familiarity in Italian cuisine and a flair for the same an added advantage.

Must be Kenyan citizen above 25years.

International exposure a definite advantage

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare meals as assigned for Camp guests and management as per the set policies and procedures to international standardsModify and create new menus; variety is encouragedEnsuring provision of timely meals as per the set time schedulesDeveloping well balanced menus to meet changing clients’ needsAvoiding wastage by deploying and using resources optimally and apply stock controlsEnsuring portion controlEstimate food consumption for optimal purchase of the sameStandardize production recipes to ensure consistent qualityMaintain the kitchen environment adhering to safety standards and hygieneAny other duties as requiredAbility to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer services.Able to work long hours, nights, independently and are self-starters.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detailAbility to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environmentTeam playerAbility to work under pressureCreative FlexibleSalary: Negotiable.

Closing date: 12th March 2012.

Send CV with relevant documents; education related and referee to cykltd@yahoo.com by 12th March 2012.

This is a general call for applications from teachers for the year 2012 school year.

Positions will be open in Secondary.

Primary and Nursery schools due to enrollment growth.

Vice Principal, Green Hills Primary: A very competitive salary will be offered to the successful applicant who will be an experienced Primary English Language Arts teacher with an appropriate university degree. Familiarly with Modern teaching methods is a must. The position begins in August 2012. School level administrative experience is a definite asset.

Secondary School: Due to enrollment growth, we will need teachers in the following subjects: Economics, Physics, English, and Mathematics.

Other subjects open from time to time, so applicants in any of these areas are also welcome.

Experience in teaching the above secondary subjects at IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSE levels will be a definite asset. Consideration will he given to candidates with equivalent experience with their national curricula.

Primary School: Experience in teaching at an international school is a definite asset. Teachers of English Language Arts are particularly sought.

School and Working Conditions

Green Hills Academy enrolls 1,500 students and has a stable staff with competitive salaries good working conditions and benefits and excellent professional development opportunities. It offers the IB Diploma Program and the Cambridge IGCSE.

Requirements

Applicants must possess teaching qualifications and should provide copies of relevant degrees and transcripts. Applicant resumes should include names and contact information of three recent professional referees, two of them supervisors who have seen the applicant teach.

Please send your application documents to:

Nadine Ntibayindusha,
Human Resources Director
e-mail address: hrdgreenhills@gmail.com

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Graduate Student (PhD) Position

Topic: Understanding the variability of carbon stocks in avocado agroecosystems of Taita Hills in comparison to adjacent natural forests and other land-use system/agroecosystem

icipe is an intergovernmental organisation funded by government aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improved health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.

icipe has approximately 350 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes, located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia.

Project Title: Understanding the variability of carbon stocks in avocado agroecosystems of Taita Hills in comparison to adjacent natural forests and other land-use system/agroecosystem

Project objectives

Generate C stock inventory data for home gardens and commercial avocado plantation in comparison with other land-use systems across altitudes in Taita hillsImpact of age of plantation and seasons on C sequestration ratesDetermine if and to what extent avocado contribute to soil C storage in comparison with adjacent natural forest and other land-use system/agroecosystem.Evaluate the stability of the stored soil C in the selected avocado agroforestry systems and in comparison with other land-use systemsModel the changes in C stocks of avocado based agroecosystems in a climate change scenario in Taita HillsQualifications

This doctoral fellowship is expected to run from 2012 to 2014 and is tenable at icipe.

The successful candidate selected out of a competitive process will begin her/his training immediately.

Specific Qualifications

The applicant must have BSc and MSc degrees with a minimum award of upper 2nd class degree or equivalent in Soil Science, Agro ecology with background in Soil Science, Agricultural Chemistry, and Plant Physiologist.

Should be a Kenyan

Maximum age of 36 years for men and 40 for women at the time of application [Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply].

Eligible for registration in one of the ARPPIS member universities (visit the icipe website: icipe website or ARPPIS website: ARPPIS website for a comprehensive list of ARPPIS member universities)

Application requisites

Interested applicants are required to submit the following documents:

Current Curriculum VitaeTwo letters of referenceCertified copies of academic certificates and transcripts of degree courses taken;A Letter of nomination for training by the employer a mustA one-page write-up on Why you think you are the right candidate for this positionSend application documents by email to pmachera@icipe.org with a Subject line: Avocado Carbon Stocks PhD Application

Candidates who fail to comply with ALL the qualification requirements will not be considered.

Applications will be accepted up to 18 November 2011.

Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Green Hills Academy, located in Kigali, the capital city, is Rwanda’s Premier School with an enrolment of 1520 students.

Due to enrollment growth, we will have openings for teaching positions for the subjects indicated below in August 2011 for the school year 2011/2012:

Secondary: Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics, English, Physical Education, IT Coordinator (should have experience in IT service provision in a school setting), Special Education Coordinator.

Experience in teaching the above subjects at IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSE levels will be a definite asset. Consideration will be given to candidates with equivalent experience with their national curricula.

Primary Teachers: Experience of teaching in an international school is a definite asset.

Deadline for applications: As soon as possible.

Interviews: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews which will be conducted in Nairobi in March 2011.

The School

Green Hills Academy has a stable staff with good working conditions, benefits and excellent professional development opportunities. It comprises a Nursery (ages 3-5), Primary (Grades 1 to 6) and a Secondary School (Grades 7 to 12).

New hiring is due to enrolment growth.

Requirements

Applicants must possess teaching qualifications and should provide copies of relevant degrees and transcripts. Applicant resumes should include names and contact information of three recent professional referees, two of them supervisors who have seen the applicant teach.

Inquiries should be made to and resumes sent to: hrdgreenhills@gmail.com

Telephone: +250 782 176 527

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A company in Chyulu hills is seeking to employ a Chief Pilot for its flying operations.

Minimum required is 3,000 hrs of which not less than 1,000 hours on a C206.

Candidate must be instrument rated with minimum 50 hours of instrument.

Place of employment: Chyulu hills.

Send your application with your C.V, quoting your current and expected salary, before January 7th 2011,

By email to: luca@maasai.com

and send a copy of the application to:

Director General,
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority,
P.O Box 30163 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi

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This position is available with our client, Eastern Produce Kenya Ltd., a leading tea producer.

Reporting to the Nairobi based IT Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing IT support, systems maintenance and systems development services in their extensive estates and factories in the Nandi Hills area.

Ref No: 713/DC/FN

Among the key tasks to be undertaken will be:-

Configuring and supporting software applications;Managing IT security and continuity, including data backups, disaster recovery procedures and updating of anti-virus software.Diagnosing and correcting networking problems;Analysing user requirements, procedures and problems in order to provide effective solutions.Maintaining and servicing all computer hardware and equipment including electronic scales, printers etc.
Ensuring that all installed software conforms to the company's standards;Preparing regular reports and maintaining up to date logs of all systems events;
Training users so that they make better use of the company's substantial investment in IT software and hardware
Identifying existing and emerging technologies and evaluating their possible utilization and applicability for the business.
Minimum qualifications, experience and other requirements

Applications are invited from Kenya citizens aged 27-35 years, who:-

Hold a Bachelor's degree in ICT with a professional qualification such as MCSE or MCSA or MCITP or MCTS and CCNA.Have at least three years IT support experience handling integrated software systems and SQL database administration.Knowledge of ERP systems and payroll systems will be an added advantage.Our client will offer an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary, housing, utilities, car allowance, medical and pension benefits.

In addition the candidate will work in a clean, serene environment.

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials and state how your experience matches the specifications quoting job Ref. No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

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