Nature Kenya is a membership Society established in 1909 to promote the study and conservation of nature in Eastern Africa.
The mission is to connect nature and people. Nature Kenya is seeking the services of two skilled and creative communications experts to develop high quality and high impact communications and marketing materials targeted at print and electronic media and business executives. To research, compile, prepare and produce a 10 to 15-minute high quality DVD directed at key decision makers in the business sector. This is aimed at introducing Nature Kenya and its work and explaining how businesses can join and work with Nature Kenya.To research, compile, prepare and produce four one-minute high quality visual (for TV) and audio (for radio) electronic materials. This is aimed at introducing Nature Kenya to the public and explaining why they should consider joining Nature Kenya as members.Excellence in production of electronic visual and audio marketing materials. Exhibits of materials will be required.Corporate Brochure Consultant:
Research, write, compile, design, edit, produce and print a corporate brochure, in consultation with Nature Kenya staff and board. The brochure may take the form of a 15-page booklet.Excellence in writing, design and production of print marketing materials. Exhibits of materials will be required.If interested please submit your CV, description of the work and fees to the Executive Director, Nature Kenya through office@naturekenya.org to reach the office by 15th January 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

JAF Nature Teens Camp is a two week camp experience which gives an opportunity to young people in Kenya and world over to experience God’s love and see that he has a purpose for their life.Camp is run by counsellors who are mostly volunteers and is held five times in a year during school breaks in two week sessions with 2 session in May, 1 in August and 2 more in December. During each session 50 youths attend camp, for a total of 200 each year.
Vision

Jahwar Amber Nature Teens Camp Program strives to develop the youth spiritually, mentally, morally, physically and economically to ensure they develop to their full potential in life within their current social-environment and beyond. 

This development cannot occur without the necessary teaching and mentoring needed in these children's lives.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Area Supervisor, the Camp Manager directs and coordinates activities of workers regarding preparing and maintaining buildings and facilities in camp. Coordinates through subordinate personnel or personally directs workers engaged in preparing and maintaining such Camp facilities as dining halls and barracks used by resident laborers. Directs activities of food service workers. Schedules purchase and delivery of food supplies.Enforces safety and sanitation regulations

Duty Station: Isinya, Kajiado

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure our food service operations are executed professionally using the highest consideration for Food Safety protocol and hygieneProvide a premium fare menu with first class presentationDaily tracking of all meal sheets and obtaining field signatures for invoicingManage all employees on the job siteOrganize all crew changes with Personnel DepartmentSupervise all employees in their respective dutiesEnsure employees are following safe work procedures and promote the Jahwar Amber Fund programs in the field.Communicate and re-reinforce worker responsibilitiesSupport regular Safety Inspections from Head Office Safety OfficersMaintains required health records to insure proper payment of accident claims resulting from camp participation.Attend and conduct safety meetingsResponsible to complete all and forward into the office in a secure and timely manner.Responsible to complete all paperwork required for site payroll and forward into the office in a secure and timely manner.Assumes responsibility for weekly camp attendance summary, program evaluation, counselor evaluation, and other required reports.Assumes responsibility for collecting camp fees, depositing money in the bank, and keeping accurate financial records.Aids in the evaluation of camp programs and personnel.Performs related work as required.Diploma in Business Management, Management or related studyCertificate in Hotel Management or F&B will be an added advantageProgressive management role in hospitality, food service or related industryExperience in the Camps and Catering and/or oil and gas industry is an assetStrong leader with focus on people management and problem solvingStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with othersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsComputer proficiency.Eligible to be deputized.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge of mechanical, carpentry, building construction, and electrical skills.Knowledge of menu planning and food services.Ability to supervise the work of others.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with adults, youth, and the general public.Ability to maintain financial records.Ability to operate and maintain grounds equipment.Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment.Ability to work independently.Via Fax: Attn: Programs Director - +254773008672Via Email: info@jauufc.net.tc / natureteens@jauufc.net.tc / opportunities@jauufc.net.tc Programs Director
Jahwar Amber Fund
P.O. Box 75986 – 00200
Citysquare, Nairobi

Inquiries Telephone: 0733867644

Application Deadline: August 22nd, 2012   

Female Candidates with experience in youth counseling are highly recommended to apply. Especially if below thirty four (34) yrs. Also, fresh candidates from relevant institutions may submit an application for internship position within this call of interest.       

Nature Kenya, a membership Society founded in 1909 to promote the study and conservation of nature, seeks to employ a Marketing Coordinator.

The Marketing Coordinator will develop and implement strategies to elevate Nature Kenya’s public image and increase support and resources from the private sector and individuals.

Key qualifications include:

Formal qualification in a marketing, communications or public relations field;
ability to work strategically and co-ordinate a wide range of marketing activities and stakeholders;
proven experience in marketing partnerships and sponsorships to private sector;
proven technical report writing and communication skills;
computer literacy; and a minimum 2 years experience in a relevant marketing field.Understanding of finance and ability to assess markets and trends and to determine opportunities for fundraising, as well as a demonstration of commercial sense in interacting within a business environment, is required.University degree holders in Marketing and those with a demonstrable commitment to the environment have an added advantage.
Understanding of finance and ability to assess markets and trends and to determine opportunities for fundraising as well as a demonstration of commercial sense in interacting within a business environment is required.Please mail your application and curriculum vitae to:

Executive Director, Nature Kenya,
e-mail: office@naturekenya.org

with the subject line Marketing Coordinator before December 19, 2011

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The Nature Conservancy is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in all 50 states within the United States and more than 33 countries worlwide.

Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.

The organization is looking for a talented individual to fill the post of Kenya Program Manager.

Essential Functions:

The Kenya Program Manager is responsible for implementing strategic activities and working with numerous partners to achieve program objectives in Kenya.

She / He works closely with the Africa Region staff, other divisions of The Nature Conservancy (TNC), government agencies, regional institutions, NGOs, multilateral and bilateral agencies, land and water managers, communities and the private sector to develop, coordinate and implement conservation strategies.

The current program involves a large community conservation focus in northern Kenya working with numerous partners.

The Kenya Program Manager will develop and manager annual work plans with these partners to clearly define TNC’s technical and financial contribution to joint conservation and livelihood objectives.

Monitoring project outcomes through an adaptive management approach is a critical TNC process that will need to be managed by this position with support from the TNC Africa Conservation Director.

The Kenya Program Manager is charged to grow the existing program by gaining Government support and by securing additional funding. This will require the Kenya Program Manager to meet frequently with Government of Kenya officials, Overseas Development Agencies, and private donors. Both government and private fundraising will be supported and coordinated by existing TNC fundraising staff in Kenya and America.

The Kenya Program Manager represents TNC in relationships and negotiations with government agencies, regional institutions, multilateral and bilateral agencies, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, communities, and multi-stakeholder working groups in Kenya.

A key aspect of the position will be to develop a sustainable business model for this program.

This may include sustainable financing, tourism development, additional partnerships and creative thinking.

Essential functions include:

Maintain and establish key partnerships with international, regional, national and local governmental, multilateral, bilateral, and nongovernmental organizations that can help advance TNC’s conservation objectives in Kenya. Raise awareness of TNC’s mission, goals and capacity among key government, multilateral, bilateral, NGO and local authority officials.Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of practical, innovative strategies by TNC and our partners to conserve priority places, species, ecosystem services and improve benefits for local people.Help TNC Africa Region raise private and public funds for the program by helping write and edit grant proposals and conducting donor visits.Develop policy statements and documents for conferences and coordinate TNC participation in priority conferences.The Kenya Program Manager works closely with staff of the Africa Region, as well as TNC’s Conservation Lands Program, Freshwater, Marine and Climate Change teams.

Basic Qualifications:

BA/BS degree and 5 years experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including coordinating the work of other professionals and partners.Experience in partnership development (partners, community, government, etc.).Benefits

The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within.

As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit a resume/CV and cover letter to Africa@tnc.org subject line: KENYA PROGRAM MANAGER.

Applications must be submitted by Friday July 29, 2011 to be considered.

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Nature Kenya wishes to fill the positions of Site Project Officers and Site Project Extension Officers for the GEF/UNDP funded project “Strengthening the Protected Area Network within the Eastern Montane Forest Hotspot of Kenya”.

The Project staff shall be based at either Kakamega or the Cherengani Forests as part of a team delivering planned outputs, targets and activities.

The Site Project Officers (two positions – one position for Cherengani and one for Kakamega Forests) will be responsible for coordinating and supervising site-based day-to-day activity implementation as directed by the Site Support Specialist. S/he will convene and take minutes at Site Project Coordination meetings, supervise extension staff, organise workshops and write monthly progress reports, work plans and budgets.

The Site Project Extension Officers (four positions – two positions for Cherengani and two positions Kakamega Forests) will mobilise communities, provide training on a range of initiatives including but not limited to general organisational capacity development for sustainability, education and awareness for forest conservation, business development/planning, participatory forest management, action planning and community assessment.

Qualifications include:

* University degree (MSc added advantage) level qualification in environmental science; natural resource management, conservation biology, forestry;
* good understanding of local and national conservation, development and related political issues;
* proven financial and project management skills, staff and adaptive management skills, ability to work strategically, co-ordinate a wide range of activities and stakeholders, and act independently;
* proven experience in the implementation of conservation and development grants involving multiple stakeholders and community participation in day-to-day implementation; and
* proven technical report writing, communication and computer literacy;
* a minimum of 3 years relevant experience for Project Officers and 2 years experience for extension officers.

Key competencies include demonstrable corporate values, personal integrity, fairness and well being irrespective of gender, religion, tribe or age; proven leadership for impact based results through teams and partnerships, strong client and partners relationships; excellent liaison with donors, ability to think creatively, strategically and to produce strategic plans, and excellent communication skills.

If interested please mail your application and curriculum vitae to:

Executive Director,
Nature Kenya,
e-mail: office@naturekenya.org

no later than 17th May 2011.

Please indicate the position as either Project Officer or Project Extension Officer and site of your interest.

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