Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit a qualified and well experienced Project Officer (With specialization in Community Development) to support the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. This position is Field based.

Key responsibilities:

Undertake the elaboration of Work Plans and Timelines.
Ensure projects are conducted according to pre-set Work Plans including coordination with Logistics, Finance and Human Resource.
Provide coordinating and administrative support to the project team as directed by the Project Manager
Coordinate and follow up with the project activities implemented by project partners.
Act as liaison point person between project partners, the, field Coordinator and project consultants to ensure timely implementation of projects.
Track project activities to ensure they are progressing as per the schedule.
Coordinate and organize stakeholder and team meetings and serve as secretary to the said meetings.
Maintain project Calendar, budget and ensure deadlines are met.
Take responsibility for implementing an aspect(s) of the project as appropriate according to experience and expertise as determined in consultation with Project Manager.
Play a leading role in the development of advocacy and publicity materials
Oversee emergency activities supported by local partners; and support in monitoring of activities implemented by local partners in the field
Initiate the procurement of items in cooperation with the Project Manager and Logistics
Support proposal development, narrative and financial reporting and ensure the dissemination
Assess jointly with local partners needs arising from emergencies, the outcome of emergency activities and formulate recommendation for appropriate actions.
Identify needs for emergency related capacity building of local partners;
Provide technical support at all stages of the project implementation;
Put in place a proper system of data collection.
Submit monthly comprehensive activities reports for the Project, according to the VSF-G Internal Monthly Report Form.Qualifications, Experience & Skills required
University Degree in Community Development, Project Management or related qualifications.
A minimum of 3 years work experience consistent with the types of duties above in Rural Development and emergency Projects.Demonstrated experience liaising with multiple audiences/stakeholders from government level to grassroots level.
Excellent computer knowledge
Ability to take initiative and to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent interpersonal skills Good Organizational aptitude.
Possess the flexibility to assess and react appropriately to changing circumstances
Ability to pay attention to detail and coordinate multiple tasks at once
Excellent managerial and report writing skills.
Knowledge of Donor Funds Management and Reporting.
Working knowledge of Donor rules & regulations shall be an advantage.Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below. Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit a qualified and well experienced Project Officer (Specialized in Veterinary medicine) to support the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. This position is Field based.

Key responsibilities:

Undertake the elaboration of Work Plans and Timelines.
Ensure projects are conducted according to pre-set Work Plans including coordination with Logistics, Finance and Human Resource.
Manage the veterinary project activities according to the policy of VSF-G regarding the community based Animal Health Programme.
Supervise and train animal health auxilliaries (AHAs), (CAHWs) and veterinary counterparts.
Collect and collate monitoring information from CAHWs, AHAs and local veterinary counterparts.
Supervise and advice on technical aspects of local animal health staff in their work as community based animal Health Workers, Animal Health Auxilliaries and veterinary counterparts through regular visits to their place of work.
Put in place a proper system of data collection and disease investigation.
Monitor local disease situation, if necessary by examination of sick animals, collection of lavoratory specimens and post moterm examination when appropriate.
Spear head and oversee the destocking activities within the project areas.
Manage and supervise all the ground staff.
Liaise with the Project Manager for decisions related to employment of local staff.
Attend GoK Livestock Sector Meetings and circulate minutes to relevant staff.
Submit monthly comprehensive activities reports for the Project, according to the VSF-G Internal Monthly Report Form.Qualifications, Experience & Skills required
University Degree in Veterinary Medicine
A minimum of 3 years working in Livestock related Rural Development and emergency Projects
Knowledge and experience of working with pastoral communities
Excellent knowledge of pastoral market issues
Excellent computer knowledge
Excellent managerial and report writing skills.
Knowledge of Donor Funds Management and Reporting.
Working knowledge of Donor rules & regulations shall be an advantage.Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below.

Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603 Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit two qualified and well experienced Field Monitors (Specialized or with experience in community development) to support the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. These positions are Field based.

Key responsibilities:

Organize the cash transfer programming (cash for work, destocking, unconditional cash transfer activities) in close collaboration with the implementing partners.
In collaboration with the Project Manager and cooperating partners, undertake Post Distribution Monitoring as per the agreed schedule and provide input for the ensuing report.
Co-ordinate and closely monitor the implementation of the Cash program in the community.
Monitor and review all required and relevant records at the Community level, to ensure that they are accurately prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
Assist the Community members by providing continuous and relevant guidance and technical support on activities including record keeping, expenditure patterns and commodity management.
Follow up to ensure that the Field Officers are submitting the data forms accurately filled and promptly.
Report to the Project Manager on relevant events regarding cash transfer activities.
Collect all relevant data from the Field Officers as required.
Prepare and submit weekly reports on the program activities in the Community.
Participate in special surveys and evaluations carried out in relation to the program.
Actively participate in designing and building capacities of the various community leadership groups.
In collaboration with the implementing partners, ensure a gender responsive distribution system.
Under the guidance of the Project manager, assist in conducting regular meetings with Community leaders and implementing partners on the relevant issues.Qualifications, Experience & Skills required
Diploma in Social work or Community Development or its equivalent.
At least 2 years of community work experience.
Past Veterinary work Experience is desirable.
Past experience in the same position or in community work/mobilization preferably with a humanitarian or International NGO in area of Veterinary.
Good Interpersonal communication skills
Ability to understand and speak the local language.
Previous field level experience desirable.
A team player with good organizational skills.Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below.

Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs. Local candidates with knowledge of local language are preferred for this position.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit a qualified and well experienced Project Manager to oversee the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. This position is Field based.

Key responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for the project planning, management, monitoring and implementation.
Ensure the project implementation progress is in line with the activity work plan
Permanently monitor the different levels of the projects and report progress to the Head of Programs.
Ensure that donor regulations are adhered too and that necessary administrative, financial and implementation controls are observed.
Manage the project budget ensuring strict monitoring on all expenditure.
Participate and contribute to relevant project related network and links.
Develop work plans, financial projections and verify all financial reports on the project.
Manage the flow of technical reports and compilation of the same in the project narratives for internal and donor reporting and give constant contribution to financial reports.
Support internal and external monitoring and evaluation exercises.
Manage the project team with clear guidance in the different components of the project
Detect needs in the areas of intervention and conduct need assessments
Collaborate with the Program department in developing new proposal
Respond to cross cutting issues affecting the community in cooperation with specific Expert agencies and build on arising community needs for furtherance of humanitarian Intervention as required.
Represent VSFG in various project forum and networking levels.Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills required
University Degree in Social Sciences/Animal Science/Livestock & Production, Veterinary Medicine or Development related field.Postgraduate degree in development related field preferredA minimum of 5 years working in Livestock related Rural Development and emergency ProjectsTeam leadership experience preferred.Knowledge and experience of working with pastoral communitiesKnowledge of Pastoral market access issues in the region Working Knowledge of Donor Funds Management and Reporting. Excellent computer knowledge Managerial and report writing skillsInterested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below. Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August, 2011 on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit two qualified and well experienced Field Monitors (Specialized or with experience in Veterinary services) to support the implementation of projects one will be based in Lokichoggio and the other in Marsabit, Northern Kenya. These positions are Field based.

Key responsibilities:

Assist in collecting information and disseminating the same on the natural resources, drought preparedness, livestock diseases and livestock marketing & trade component.Permanently monitor activities in the community and report to the Field Veterinarian.
Assist in mobilizing livestock traders for meetings.Collect data on animal de-worming, vaccination campaigns, livestock and market access.
Monitor the veterinary activities within the Community in close collaboration with the implementing partners.
Assist in Mobilizing livestock traders for meetings
Co-ordinate and closely monitor the implementation of the Activities in the community.
Monitor and review all required and relevant records at the Community level, to ensure that they are accurately prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
Oversee the management of Vaccines and other medicines in the camp and Community ensuring proper standards of storage and utilization are being observed.
Follow up to ensure that the Field Officers are submitting the data forms accurately filled and promptly.
Prepare and submit weekly reports on the Veterinary activities in the Community.Qualifications, Experience & Skills required
Diploma in Animal Health or its equivalent.
At least 2 years of community work experience.
Past Veterinary work Experience is desirable.
Past experience in the same position or in community work/mobilization preferably with a humanitarian or International NGO in area of Veterinary.
Good Interpersonal communication skills
Ability to understand and speak the local language.
Previous field level experience desirable.
A team player with good organizational skills.Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below.

Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

Local candidates with knowledge of local language are preferred for this position.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit two qualified and well experienced Accounts Assistants to support the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. These positions are Field based within the project locations in Northern Kenya.

Key responsibilities:

Provide accounting support in the preparation of the various finance reports, accounts and reconciliations
Assisting in the preparation of accounts and reports as requested
Assist in preparation of final accounts
Reconciling bank statements and cash book
Reconciling staff allowance accounts
Passing monthly journal voucher
To receive and process all invoices, expense forms and requests for payment.
Verify calculations and input codes in to the Accounts system in an accurate manner.
To maintain and reconcile the Direct Debit mandates.
Deal with daily petty cash transactions and ensure that reconciliations are completed on a weekly basis.
To ensure all filing is done in a timely and accurate manner.
Prepare cheques for payment.
To ensure that all post is sent daily.
Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisors.Qualifications, Experience & Skills required
A Diploma in Accounting or other relevant field or a holder of ACCA or CPA (K) or equivalent.
A University degree will be an added advantage.
2 years Humanitarian relevant work experience preferably in a field setting.
Knowledge of donor regulations.
Knowledge of Financial Management, Public Procurement regulationsAbility to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
Honesty, transparency and a high level of Integrity
Strong Microsoft and especially Excel skills, Knowledge of Navision shall be an added advantage.
Good organization and administrative skills.Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below. Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany, Piedmont Plaza,
Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit two qualified and well experienced Field Finance & Administration Officers to support the financial project management of projects in Marsabit & Lokichoggio, Northern Kenya. These positions are Field based.

Key responsibilities:

Provide financial, logistical & administrative support to the projects
Implement donor financial regulation in funds management at the field level.
Manage the Projects finance and oversee all local procurement ensuring that donor and Organization’s policies are adhered to.
Manage the project petty cash, keeping records of all field financial transactions.
Submit monthly returns to the regional office.
Prepare and manage cash flow projections.
Support Program Managers and field staff in drafting budgets, preparing field documentation, and submission of field returns.
Manage contracts with 3rd parties and supervise services rendered to the projects.
Posting of transactions into the computerized accounting system (Navision).
Supervise junior Staff as appropriate.Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills required
University degree in Finance or Business studies and CPA Part II
Proficiency in Office computer packages (word, excel) & experience in specialized accounting software.
Knowledge of Navision an added advantage. 3 years minimum work experience in finance.
Experience in a humanitarian or other International NGO
Understanding of International Donor Regulations desirable.
Practical knowledge of Donor rules & regulations shall be an added advantage.
Previous field level experience desirable
Good communication both oral & written.
A team player with good organizational skills.Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given below. Indicate on the subject the Job Title.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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