Provision of ICT Audit Services for Kenya Human Rights Commission
The objective of this audit is to review the general ICT infrastructure of KHRC, system security employed, controls and policy decisions required to ensure the protection of all internal information systems and data.
The expected output of this audit will be a report that details the dependability of existing systems at the commission, recommends improvements to these systems and provide a basis for the formulation of an ICT policy.
The scope will entail conducting an assessment of ICT systems as per Section C: Audit Services Required. This includes: identification and evaluation of both hardware and software of the commission and recommending/assist in implementing a set of best practices and tools governing the ICT systems within the commission.
The Auditor will inform the Commission as soon as possible of any limitations in the scope of work he/she may find prior to or during the audit.
The IT Audit shall include, but not be limited, to the following:-
I. Operating System (OS) for servers, Databases, network equipment, Security Systems and Storage Area Networks.
a. Set up and maintenance of system parameters
c. Change Management Procedures
g. Performance, Scalability and Availability
II. Review of IT Processes and ICT Management Tools
b. Enterprise Management System
f. Data and Systems Backup Management
g. Enterprise Anti-Virus Management
j. Hardware Power Backup Management
a. Security Equipment Configurations & Policies Penetration testing and Vulnerability Assessment (PT / VA) of various security zones.
c. Network architecture review
d. Network traffic analysis and base lining
a. Network architecture review
b. Network traffic analysis and base lining
V. Review the existing policy documents of the commission such as IT Policy, IT Procurement Policy, IS Security Policy etc., and suggest required changes.
VI. Review of installed applications and web portals at the commission, with emphasis on security. Though these systems have already been tested by the developers and end-users, an audit is required as a measure to enhance quality and assurance on adequacy, security, appropriate internal checks and controls in the systems. A list of the applications to be audited will be provided to the Auditor prior to engagement.
D. Audit Planning & Reporting:
The consultants/consulting firms should deliver at the end of the Audit exercise, a complete Audit Report comprising an Executive Summary, Findings and Recommendations which should include, but not limited to, System Vulnerabilities, Security Program Management of Information Technology Resources and Application Life Cycle Controls.
The Auditor should in accordance with ISAE 3000, prepare audit documentation and obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence to support audit findings and to draw reasonable conclusions on which to base the audit report. The Auditor should use professional judgment to determine whether audit evidence is sufficient and appropriate.
This report should be submitted to the Director, Finance & Administration. Any significant deviation from the formally approved work schedule shall be communicated to the director through periodic activity reports.
E. Knowledge & Skills requirements
The consultant/ consulting firm should have a minimum of 5 years work experience in computer systems audit. The key personnel who will be handling this assignment should be graduates in Computer Science, Computer Technology or its equivalent. They should also include their resumes in the proposal which will be considered during the initial evaluation process. They must also be members of professional bodies such as CISA, CISCO and ISACA. The consultant/ consulting firm should have undertaken similar engagements previously and have ready references to corroborate.
The Auditor will provide the Commission with CV's of the partner or other person in the audit firm who is responsible for the audit and for signing the report together with the CVs of the other audit team members. CVs will include appropriate details on the type of audits carried out by the staff indicating capability and capacity to undertake the audit as well as details on relevant specific experience. The Commission will examine the CV's before it signs an order form or other applicable contractual document for this engagement and reserves the right to reject them if they are not considered suitable for the requirements of the engagement.
The Auditor who performs this systems audit is governed by: The IFAC International Framework for Assurance Engagements and International Standard on Assurance Engagements ('ISAE') 3000 for Assurance Engagements other than Audits or Reviews of Historical Financial Information insofar as these can be applied in the specific context of a systems audit intended to provide assurance that risks to the achievement of the objectives of the Project are properly managed and controlled. The IFAC Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (issued by IFAC's International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA), which establishes fundamental ethical principles for Auditors with regard to integrity, objectivity, independence, professional competence and due care, confidentiality, professional behaviour and technical standards; though the auditor needn’t be an accountant, adherence to these fundamental ethical principles is paramount during the audit. The IFAC International Standards on Quality Control (ISQCs), which establish standards and provide guidance on an Auditor's system of quality control.The duration of the IT Audit exercise is expected to take around 10 weeks. The end of the contract will be determined as the audit progresses.
If you meet the criteria above submit an application to admin@khrc.or.ke by 4th January 2013 that includes: Your company profile Resumes of the key personnel to handle this assignment. 3 Professional referees of whom you have done a similar assignment for. Costing based on the work described above

Project: Private Healthcare Provision
Deadline To Apply: September 15, 2012
Location: Kisumu or Nairobi; with flexibility to travel
Eligibility: Position open to local Kenyan hires only Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to creating, evaluating, and replicating innovative solutions to poverty and policy problems worldwide. IPA specializes in using randomized impact evaluation to assess the effectiveness of development programs. IPA seeks a Project Manager for immediate hire, who will assist with implementation and evaluation of a project which measures the health impacts of improving the quality of private healthcare provision. The intervention is two-fold, and aims to impact health outcomes through both the supply of services, and demand for them. This position will be based in Nairobi or Kisumu, and will require extensive travel within and across Kenya.
The Project Manager will work closely with international researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to: Data Collection Management: With research team, refine study design and survey instruments; Oversee and monitor data collection and survey field work, including planning, logistics, hiring, and training;Conduct qualitative research to inform research design; Run pilot survey exercises, provide feedback on field operations and survey instruments, and make and monitor improvements;Provide quality control for collected data through data cleaning, and assisting in preliminary analysis; andAssist in the writing of project reports and policy memos.Work with IPA Kenya’s financial staff to keep detailed accounts of all project program activities, including monitoring project expenses. Human Resource Management: Manage human resource procedures in coordination with IPA’s HR Manager including recruiting, contract/salary negotiation, evaluations, staff development, disciplinary action, etc.: o Draft Job Descriptions for local hires and, when necessary, help circulate them; o Participate in the selection process and assist HR with employment-related communication; and o Assist PC/PAs with training as needed; Assist with staff evaluations twice annually; make recommendations regarding renewal of staff contracts;Work with the HR department to process paperwork for contract renewals and terminations; Enforce all IPAK policies and work with IPAK management to execute staff disciplinary action. Miscellaneous:Assist Project Coordinator and Research Manager with obtaining and sharing information from local government offices, NGOs, and/or healthcare providers;Communicate regularly with management team on matters including finance, logistics and government relations;Other duties related to project implementation as needed.The commitment sought for this position is a minimum of two years. IPA is seeking candidates who meet the following requirements:BA, BSc. or Masters in development economics, or field related to health.Strong budgeting and financial management skills.Strong oral and written communications skills in both English and Kiswahili.At least two years of project management experience. Extensive experience supervising, designing and implementing data collection and/or field work activities, and managing teams of field workers, is preferred.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Well organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.• Advanced user of Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point), and the internet.• Interest in pursuing a career in non-profit management, health policy, health evaluation support or related fields.• Strong professional experience working in the health sector, and with public or private healthcare providers is preferred.• Experience in data management, econometrics, and programming in STATA or SPSS is preferred.Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address. Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.
Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices, or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org ,or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400 Kenya: “Private Healthcare Provision Program Manager.”.”REF NO: AMHE-2012-08-01. All applicants will be considered for the PM position. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Program Manager. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Provision of Recruitment and Selection Services
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nation’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP Kenya Country office has been in leading in supporting development efforts based on the Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) and United Nations Development Assistance (UNDAF) Frame work. Within this assistance framework, UNDP Kenya Country Office supports the Government and other non-state actors fulfill their mandate in areas such as poverty reduction, achieving MDGS, reduced risk and impact of natural disasters and assistance in facilitating developmentUNDP Kenya Country office achieves these goals by consolidating on knowledge and experience sharing, and by advocating for effective development policies and programmes.
UNDP strategy for managing human resources, which is designed as a People-Centered Strategy, takes as its point of departure a simple conviction: that human resources is about people and people are the core asset of the UNDP. As with human development, this places the individual and her/his aspirations, responsibilities, values and capabilities at the centre of UNDP work.
 The assignment is to provide outsourced recruitment processing services including advertising, headhunting/search support assessment and short-listing to UNDP. Additionally, it also involve strengthening the HR department’s recruitment capability by developing and initiating a fully integrated recruitment and selection process and making use of technological advances in order to effectively acquire, deploy, develop, motivate and retain staff and to improve the HR department’s overall effectiveness.
Sealed proposal documents comprising the technical proposal and the financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked “RFP /UNDPKEN/009/2012: Consultancy for Provision of Recruitment and Selection Services for UNDP, Kenya should be dropped at the UNDP TENDER BOX placed at the main entrance reception of UN Complex in Gigiri and addressed to:
Deputy Country Director (Operations)
United Nations Development Programme
UN Complex Gigiri
Block N, 3rd Floor,
P.O. Box 30218 – 00100
Nairobi.
The closing date for submissions is Tuesday, 24 July 2012 by 12.00 noon Kenya time.
A pre-bidding Conference will be held at the UNDP Conference Room, Block N, Ground floor, UN Complex on Tuesday, 10 July 2012 at 11.00 A.M.
UNDP Kenya reserves the right to accept or reject any submissions.

Provision of Catering Services for the Year 2011 – 2012

Ref: CAN/11/2011

Background

We are one of the region’s leading construction groups with over 1400 staff distributed in the region.

As part of our welfare scheme, the Company invites applications from interested, reputable and competent firms specializing in the provision of Catering Services to run the Staff Canteen.

Specific Tasks

Procure all food ingredients as required, prepare and serve lunch meals to the staff at two premises within Nairobi.Provide approximately 300 meals each day for 5 days in a week for staff working from Monday to Friday.Ensure that the kitchen and dining hall areas are maintained to an impeccable standard of cleanliness and hygiene.Discard all waste materials daily at a nominated place. Requirements

Interested firms must provide information indicating that they have qualified technical capabilities to undertake this assignment.

The firms should provide business profiles and description of similar assignments undertaken.

The information should include name and addresses of at least 2 clients (giving the contact person in each case) that the firm has worked with in the last 5 years.

Documents submitted after the closing date will not be accepted. The Company reserves the right to accept or reject any submitted document and does not bide itself to give any reasons for its action. Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Interested firms are requested to submit their proposals quoting the reference number in hard copy or email to the address below not later than 23rd November 2011.

Attention:

The Human Resources Manager,
P.O. Box 30118 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Email: willemgons@gmail.com

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Lake Victoria North Water Services Board was established under the Water Act 2002, as part of the reforms in the water sector.

The Board is responsible for the efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage services within its area of jurisdiction as authorized by the Licence.

The Board seeks to recruit self driven and result oriented candidates to fill the following positions:

LVNWSB/P9/2011

Water Services Provision Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of water services provision of the Board.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, the Water Service Provision Manager will be responsible for:

Preparation and implementation of the investment of the Water Service Provider’s management strategy;Preparation of proposals to donors for funding for Water Service Provider based projects;Supervising and monitoring of Water Service Provider;Developing and regulating small scale service providers in periurban Rural and Informal settings;Monitoring of Service Provision Agreements;Developing and promoting sustainable and viable water providers in urban and rural schemes with a view to clustering;Coordination of community and rural water and sanitation schemes in liaison with relevant stakeholders;Assist in the preparation of work plans and Budgets; and,Monitor operations and maintenance activities of Water Service ProvidersMust have a Bsc. in Civil Engineering from a recognized institutionHave at least 5 years experience in a busy utility organization, 2 years of which must have served in a senior management position Have knowledge in operations and maintenance of water and sewerage utilitiesMonitoring and evaluation skillsProven and demonstrated leadership, managerial and administrative skillsEffective interpersonal, communication, influencing and negotiation skills.Proficiency in computer applications.Ability to work under strict deadlines.A registered engineer with ERB and a corporate membership of IEK will be an added advantage.LVNWSB/P10/2011

Water Service Provision Officer

Reporting to Manager Water Service Provision, the position will be responsible for:

Assisting in supervising and monitoring water service providers;Assisting in developing and regulating small scale water service water providers in peri-urban and informal settlements;Promoting sustainable and viable water service providers in urban and rural schemes;Coordinating community and rural water and sanitation programmes in liaison with relevant stakeholders;Monitoring operations and maintenance of the activities of water services providers;Coordinating implementation of sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion and education;Carrying out of assessments and post-implementation monitoring;Ensuring appropriate design, construction and implementation of WASH hardware according to technical standards, as well as proper maintenance and use of WASH equipment; and,Developing and ensure the use of appropriate techniques and materials for hygiene promotion and training.Have a University Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering from a recognized Institution with a minimum of 3 years experience;Higher National Development in Water Engineering with 5 years experience;Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills;Must be computer literate and is familiar with standard computer applications; and,Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.LVNWSB/P11/2011

Internal Audit Officer

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the position will be responsible for:

Performing risk assessments, contribute to the preparation of annual audit plan and audit programmes;Testing and appraising effectiveness and efficiency of the application of financial, HR and other operating controls;Conducting audits of all operations and systems as detailed in the audit plan;Conducting compliance reviews of organization processes/records to ensure compliance with government, Board and donor requirements;Preparing audit reports and recommendations for improvements to the management;Following up on implementation of audit recommendations;Undertaking special audit investigations as may be required from time to time;Assessing the relevance, reliability, integrity, timeliness and adequacy of programmes and financial information.Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fieldCPA FinalistCIA and CISA qualification is an added advantage3 years experience in accounting/audit department in a busy environment with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.Excellent interpersonal, management and communication skills;Excellent organization skills and highly confidential;Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications; andAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesRegistration with respective professional bodies will be an advantage.LVNWSB/P12/2011

Human Resource Officer

Reporting to Human Resource Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

Providing support in the formulation and implementing of Human Resource strategies and policies in line with overall policies and guidelines.Providing administrative guidance and management of office services and assets.Coordinating the preparation of tools for monitoring staff performance and reporting on the sameContribute to LVNWSB’s training and staff welfare policies, strategy, plans and budgets;Coordinating LVNWSB’s training plans according to the Training Needs Analysis and identifying development solutions;Providing support in the recruitment, induction, staff appraisal e.t.c. process;Be a holder of a degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university;Must have a diploma in HRM;Have 3 years experience working in Human Resources Department in a large organization/busy environment;Should be knowledgeable of Labour Laws; and,Be a team player and have strong interpersonal, employee relations and management skills.If you meet the requirements, please send your application attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating your current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 2nd September 2011.

To:

The Chief Executive Officer
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673 -50100
Kakamega

E-mail: info@lvnwsb.go.ke

Website: http://www.lvnwsb.go.ke/

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.

Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture.

Women and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted

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Lake Victoria North Water Services Board was established under the Water Act 2002, as part of the reforms in the water sector.

The Board is responsible for the efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage services within its area of jurisdiction as authorized by the Licence.

The Board seeks to recruit self driven and result oriented candidates to fill the following positions:

LVNWSB/P9/2011

Water Services Provision Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of water services provision of the Board.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, the Water Service Provision Manager will be responsible for:

Preparation and implementation of the investment of the Water Service Provider’s management strategy;Preparation of proposals to donors for funding for Water Service Provider based projects;Supervising and monitoring of Water Service Provider;Developing and regulating small scale service providers in periurban Rural and Informal settings;Monitoring of Service Provision Agreements;Developing and promoting sustainable and viable water providers in urban and rural schemes with a view to clustering;Coordination of community and rural water and sanitation schemes in liaison with relevant stakeholders;Assist in the preparation of work plans and Budgets; and,Monitor operations and maintenance activities of Water Service ProvidersMust have a Bsc. in Civil Engineering from a recognized institutionHave at least 5 years experience in a busy utility organization, 2 years of which must have served in a senior management position Have knowledge in operations and maintenance of water and sewerage utilitiesMonitoring and evaluation skillsProven and demonstrated leadership, managerial and administrative skillsEffective interpersonal, communication, influencing and negotiation skills.Proficiency in computer applications.Ability to work under strict deadlines.A registered engineer with ERB and a corporate membership of IEK will be an added advantage.LVNWSB/P10/2011

Water Service Provision Officer

Reporting to Manager Water Service Provision, the position will be responsible for:

Assisting in supervising and monitoring water service providers;Assisting in developing and regulating small scale water service water providers in peri-urban and informal settlements;Promoting sustainable and viable water service providers in urban and rural schemes;Coordinating community and rural water and sanitation programmes in liaison with relevant stakeholders;Monitoring operations and maintenance of the activities of water services providers;Coordinating implementation of sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion and education;Carrying out of assessments and post-implementation monitoring;Ensuring appropriate design, construction and implementation of WASH hardware according to technical standards, as well as proper maintenance and use of WASH equipment; and,Developing and ensure the use of appropriate techniques and materials for hygiene promotion and training.Have a University Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering from a recognized Institution with a minimum of 3 years experience;Higher National Development in Water Engineering with 5 years experience;Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills;Must be computer literate and is familiar with standard computer applications; and,Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.LVNWSB/P11/2011

Internal Audit Officer

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the position will be responsible for:

Performing risk assessments, contribute to the preparation of annual audit plan and audit programmes;Testing and appraising effectiveness and efficiency of the application of financial, HR and other operating controls;Conducting audits of all operations and systems as detailed in the audit plan;Conducting compliance reviews of organization processes/records to ensure compliance with government, Board and donor requirements;Preparing audit reports and recommendations for improvements to the management;Following up on implementation of audit recommendations;Undertaking special audit investigations as may be required from time to time;Assessing the relevance, reliability, integrity, timeliness and adequacy of programmes and financial information.Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fieldCPA FinalistCIA and CISA qualification is an added advantage3 years experience in accounting/audit department in a busy environment with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.Excellent interpersonal, management and communication skills;Excellent organization skills and highly confidential;Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications; andAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesRegistration with respective professional bodies will be an advantage.LVNWSB/P12/2011

Human Resource Officer

Reporting to Human Resource Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

Providing support in the formulation and implementing of Human Resource strategies and policies in line with overall policies and guidelines.Providing administrative guidance and management of office services and assets.Coordinating the preparation of tools for monitoring staff performance and reporting on the sameContribute to LVNWSB’s training and staff welfare policies, strategy, plans and budgets;Coordinating LVNWSB’s training plans according to the Training Needs Analysis and identifying development solutions;Providing support in the recruitment, induction, staff appraisal e.t.c. process;Be a holder of a degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university;Must have a diploma in HRM;Have 3 years experience working in Human Resources Department in a large organization/busy environment;Should be knowledgeable of Labour Laws; and,Be a team player and have strong interpersonal, employee relations and management skills.If you meet the requirements, please send your application attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating your current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 2nd September 2011.

To:

The Chief Executive Officer
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673 -50100
Kakamega

E-mail: info@lvnwsb.go.ke

Website: http://www.lvnwsb.go.ke/

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.

Only short listed candidates shall be notified.

LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture.

Women and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted

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The Judiciary invites bids from interested Cleaning firms for the provision of Cleaning services as follows:-

Tender No. JUD/3/2010 – 2011

Provision of Cleaning Services

Tender Documents with detailed information and specifications may be obtained from the Procurement Section on Second Floor, Room 87, High Court Building upon payment of a non- refundable fee of Kshs.2,000/- per set.

Candidates are advised to deposit their payment to the Judiciary Nairobi Court fees Account at KCB, Moi Avenue Branch Account No.1116928477 and upon presentation of the banking slip obtain a receipt from the Cashier at Milimani Law Courts.

Complete bid documents in plain sealed envelopes marked “Tender No. JUD/3/2011– 2012 for the Provision of Cleaning Services” should be addressed to -

The Registrar,
High Court of Keya,
P. O. Box 30041,
Nairobi.

and be deposited in the Tender Box at the Main Gate to the High Court Building Gate No. 1 City Hall Way on, or before 13th September, 2011 at 10.00 a.m.

Please note that bids submitted late will not be accepted.

Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter at the Board Room in the presence of Tenderers or their representatives who wish to witness the opening process.

The Judiciary reserves the right to accept any tender either in part or wholly and is not bound to give any reason(s) for its action(s).

L. A. Achode (Mrs)
Registrar, High Court

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Tender for Provision of External Audit Services

Tender No: KIM/ARG/001/2011

The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) is a not-for-profit professional membership-based, management and business development organization.

KIM invites sealed tenders from eligible candidates for provision of external audit services whose specifications are detailed in the tender document.

Interested candidates may obtain further information and inspect the tender document from the procurement office at KIM Head Office, located at Luther Plaza along Nyerere Road between 8.30 am and 4.00 pm on weekdays.

A copy of the tender document may be obtained by interested firms upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 3000.00 payable in cash or bankers cheque.

The completed tenders ¡n plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and tender reference name shall be addressed to:

The Executive Director,
Kenya Institute of Management,
P.O. Box 43706-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya

Tenders should be deposited in the tender box at KIM head office, located at Luther Plaza, 2nd Floor, not later than 12th August 2011 at 10.00am.

Proposals will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tendering firms, or their representatives at the KIM Head office Board Room.

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