Call for Consultancy Services - Development of Management Information System
Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organization created by an Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya on 21st December 1965.
Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya. The organization’s core business areas are broadly classified into six major departments including Disaster Management, Health and Social Services, Water and Sanitation, Nutrition, Organizational Development and Emergency Operations. In 2010, KRCS was selected as the Civil Society Principal Recipient to manage resources under the Country’s Global Fund Round 10 Grant for HIV and AIDS.
The Global Fund Management Unit of the KRCS manages the Global Grant for HIV and AIDS interventions as the Civil Society Principal Recipient and implements through 52 selected sub recipients.KRCS seeks the expertise of a consultancy firm to design and develop an interactive, user friendly Information system for reporting, data management and archiving. This will enable the Kenya Red Cross Society to improve the management of its data/ information and reporting function across all program areas.

Expertise and minimum team of consultants
For carrying out this consultancy, a firm, with expertise in the implementation of Information Systems for community based programmes during the last 5 years is required. The minimum team of consultants needed comprises: MIS Engineer, Database Designer, System Architect and MIS programmer
Detailed Terms of reference for the consultancy services can be downloaded at: The proposals should be addressed as shown below to reach the under signed by 3rd December 2014 at 12:00 noon
Call for Consultancy Services - Development of Management Information System
Chairperson
Tender committee
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100 GPO
Nairobi

Vacancy: ISO Quality System Controller
Salary: KShs 70,000 gross

Our client, one of the leading security solutions provider in East Africa seeks to hire an ISO Quality System Controller for their Nairobi Office. 

His/her main responsibility will be to assist the Chief Administration Officer in the Effective installation, implementation and maintenance of the Integrated Quality Management System and requirements of the ISO 9001:20008 and the ISO 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Standard.Administer processes needed for the ISO quality management system to ensure that they are established, implemented and maintained via departmental schedules and keeping the manager updated on daily scheduled commitments.Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of the organization’s mission specifically,  support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning.Reporting on the performance of the quality management system and any need for improvement.Follow up on Audit reports with complete information, if required help in typing on the report and compiling the data analysis. Ensure the closing of the audits take place as scheduled and the closing reports are submitted on time.Provide support to the M.R. in following up on the Corrective actions and Preventive actions to be implemented by the Head of Departments as required.Follow up on Project reports with the team leaders; communicate the Project Action plans and progress results to the required parties.Ensure efficient communication and follow up on QMS issues that require interdepartmental coordination by engaging actively with the various heads of departments. Receive External/Internal Correspondences for the department, dispatch to appropriate personnel, highlight urgent correspondences and ensure follow up as required.Maintain the Master List of Documents / Records. Ensure all Files and Documents are labeled as defined in the QMS. Ensure effective and timely update, issue and retrieval of any new Document introduced in the System.Timely and effective implementation of the Internal Annual Audit Schedule.Conduct Internal Audits in person as Scheduled in the Annual Audit Schedule.Timely delivery of Reports and analysis of tasks assigned by the Manager.Bachelors degree in Business Administration/Human Resource3+ years’ proven experience in driving a Quality management system in an organization and other administrative duties.Must have previous experience in ISO Implementation.Trained Internal ISO Quality Auditor and Must have at least 3 years’ experience in leading Audits in an Organization.Should possess administrative and analytical skills to able to develop and assist in presenting effective reviews on departmental monthly reports.Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and accessShould be able to audit data and report for the Senior Management team in power point presentations.Have good communication, report writing skills, leadership and decision making skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (ISO Quality System Controller 70k )  to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 24th November, 2014.

Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing
Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

System Administrator (Linux) - South Sudan
Our client with operations in Juba, South Sudan urgently seeks to fill in the above vacancy. The successful candidate must be willing to relocate to Juba. This is a full time permanent job.
TroubleshootingWorking with accounting packages to provide solutionsServer configurationResolution and provision of system supportRequirements / Qualifications

Thorough working knowledge of computer hardware and softwareA minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and a degree in IT.A minimum of 1years’ experience working with LinuxWorking knowledge of accounting softwarePreferably a manIf you meet the above minimum requirements, urgently email your cv to;
Frank Management Consult Limited
Nyaku House, 1st Floor,
Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham.
Emails: info@frank-mgt.com and cc to frankmconsult@yahoo.com on or before Wednesday 7th June 2014.

Koppert Biological Systems (K) Ltd. is a subsidiary of Koppert B.V. Netherlands - the international market leader in the field of natural / biological crop protection. We are seeking to fill the following 2 positions:
 The incumbent’s principle responsibilities will include:Design & undertake field efficacy trials for new pest control and bio-fertilizer products.Match existing and new company products/solutions with existing needs in society and consequently draft appropriate project proposals for funding; and manage the said projects through requisite tools.Drive the company’s business strategies through the R&D department.Required qualifications and skills:A Master’s degree in Horticulture or Agriculture, preferably in Crop Protection or Agronomy.Recent PhD graduates are also encouraged to apply.Additional post-graduate qualifications in project management will be an added advantage.Minimum 5 years’ working experience; with at least 3 years’ in pure and practical research activities.Demonstrable experience in project management will be an added advantage.Excellent oral & written communication and reporting skills.Technical Sales Rep : Small-scale
The incumbent’s principle responsibilities will include:Undertake sales of products within the designated segment & meet set targets.Establish, develop and maintain good business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in the assigned territory/market segment to generate business.Offer training & technical support to farmers & stockists to ensure proper use of Koppert products.Required qualifications and skills:A Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or Agriculture from a recognized university.Additional post-graduate qualifications in business/sales/marketing will be an added advantage.Minimum 4 years’ experience in sales and marketing of crop inputs (biologicals, agrochemicals, fertilizers, seeds, etc.), preferably to small-scale farmers.Good knowledge of the retail market and networks in the small-scale farmer market segment.Good organisational & negotiation skills; attention to detail, integrity and self-drive.Excellent time management & willingness to travel to remote locations. A valid driving license.If you meet the above criteria for either of the said positions, and are interested in taking up this challenge, kindly email your application and Curriculum Vitae to the address below before 30th April 2014.
Koppert Biological Systems (K) Ltd.
info@koppert.co.ke

Provision of Consultancy Services for Supply, Installation, Training, Testing and Commissioning of an Audit Management System
RFP Number: KAS/RFP/AMS/013/2013/2014

KASNEB invites sealed proposals from eligible firms for provision of consultancy services for supply, installation, training, testing and commissioning of an Audit Management System.

Interested eligible firms may obtain RFP documents from the offices of KASNEB located in KASNEB Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of shillings one thousand (Sh.1,000) only payable in cash or bankers cheque to KASNEB.

Complete proposal documents, accompanied by a 2% bid security in the form of a bank guarantee or a guarantee issued by an insurance firm approved by the Public Procurement Oversight Authority (PPOA), must be submitted in two copies one marked “ORIGINAL” and the other one marked “COPY.”
The two copies must be submitted in a plain sealed envelope marked only with the proposal number and proposal description and addressed to:
The Chairman
Tender Committee
KASNEB
KASNEB Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 41362-00100
Nairobi
The proposal documents should be deposited in the Tender box placed at the Reception Hall of KASNEB Towers or be sent to the Chairman, Tender Committee so as to reach on or before the closing date and time on Friday, 25 April 2014 at 11.00 a.m. Late submissions will not be accepted.
The proposals will be opened immediately after the closing date and time on Friday, 25 April 2014 at 11.00 a.m. at KASNEB Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill in the presence of the bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

Security System Service Center Manager

With IT degree

Send C.V. with current photograph to: adakenya@gmail.com

Attain Enterprises Solutions Ltd. is a growing software development company seeking to recruit systems support engineers. Applications should be sent to jobs@attain-es.com by end of business Friday 14th June 2013.
Job Title: System Support Engineer
Reports to: Systems Support Specialist
Education: Relevant degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or any other related field1 year of relevant experienceExperience in system/software support is an added advantage.Strong English reading and writing communication skills, with an ability to express and understand complex technical concepts.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills.Ability to work in teams and has strong interpersonal skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Ability to deal with clients and travel to project sites.
Responsible for providing system support

Research Technician - Seed System - CIMMYT
The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries, and through offices in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Through strong science and effective partnerships, we create, share, and use knowledge and agricultural technologies to increase food security, improve the productivity and profitability of farming systems, and sustain natural resources in developing countries. We participate in an extensive global network of people and organizations who share similar research and development goals, including the public and private sector, non-governmental and civil society organizations, farmers, and the development assistance community.
The incumbent will work under the supervision of Seed System Specialist and will assist the Maize Seed System Specialist in conducting seed research and seed increase activities and provide scientific research and project support to the Global Maize Programme.Assist in organizing and implementation of parental trials and any maize seed related research through activities such as preparation of the trial, field preparation, planting, trial management, data collection and organizing the data collected.Assist in organizing and implementation of seed increase nurseries through activities such as preparation of nurseries, field preparation, planting, field management, data collection and organization, pollination, harvesting, handling and dispatch of the seeds.Assist in increase of different classes of seeds in isolation fields, through activities such as field preparation, planting, field management, harvesting, processing, handling and dispatch of the seeds.Assist other CIMMYT maize breeding staff when work priorities dictate or when not busy with his/her specific responsibilities.Any other responsibility assigned by Seed System Specialist.BSc. Degree in Agriculture.Minimum 2-3 years’ practical hands in field work related to seed.Valid Kenyan driver’s license.Computer experience.Ability to prioritize and organize work.Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimal supervision.Good interpersonal skills, integrity, honesty and self-motivation.The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive
working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women.This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources. The position will be based in CIMMYT office in Nairobi with frequent travel to locations where the Programme has activities.
 Applications for the position must include:A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectationA detailed curriculum vitaeThe names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.A copy of driving licenceAll correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org and should indicate “Application for Research Technician-Seed System - CIMMYT” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will be considered until 29th March, 2013. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

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System Administrator Assistant
Reports to the System Administrator
 Implements, manages, and troubleshoots existing network and system environments. Provides administration, operation management, and support for all computer systems, workstations.Performs frequent server checks and implements patches on servers also applying operating system updates patches, and configuration changes.Performs maintenance of desktop computers and performance tuning.Installing and configuring new hardware and software.Adding, removing, or updating user account information, resetting passwords, etc through AD.Working on Database correction of entered record.Technical support and troubleshooting any reported problems.Responsibility for documenting the configuration of the system.Schedules, performs, and monitors system backups and, when necessary, performs data recoveries.Maintains software, including testing, evaluation and installation of new versions or authorized modifications to custom and vendor-supplied operating systems and related software.Determines and initiates appropriate and immediate actions needed to restore normal services with minimal down time. Investigates recurring and related operating system failures/inefficiencies by reviewing system logs, dumps and other information from clients or technical personnel.Works with hardware and software vendors to diagnose and correct problems.Monitors and evaluates operating efficiency, analyzes hardware/software performance and tuning.Prepares documentation of systems and software for permanent records.Advises and trains clients regarding server systems.Configuration of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network;Developing and updating application systems;Carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;Carrying out repairs and maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated Technology equipment;Verification, validation and certification of Information Communication Technology equipment; andOverseeing the process of configuration of new Information Communication Technology equipment.At least a degree in ICT from a recognized university.Must be willing to take or participate in challenging tasks.Knowledge of programming languages such as PHP, C, C#, Java, .NET, and Visual Basic Exposure to Mobile Application Development Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated outstanding level of professionalism in providing administrative support, including ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) Application letter must be Hand Written and current and expected Salary be indicated and sent through post below.
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their applications enclosing copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, detailed CV including names and contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 11th March 2013
For more information please contact the C.E.O. on ndetika@gmail.com
The C.E.O
Ndetika Rural Sacco Ltd
P.O. Box 575-00902
Kikuyu

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Required Immediate, The candidate will report to System Admin Lead  and will be responsible for monitoring, documenting system, administering system and supporting application users. The ideal candidate must be from Telecom, Banking, BPO , IT.

Position Requirements  

Essential:
• Hands on experience of Unix/Linux/Solaris/Windows operating systems
• Hands on experience in daily Data Center operations and Servers Administration
• Hands on experience in Routine Backup/Restore operation
• Ability to work on shift basis

Preferred:
• HP Unix / Solaris Certification

Role & Responsibilities  
• Routine system performance monitoring and alerts
• Daily backup/restore operation
• Routine system audit and documentation
• Daily support to application user
• Provide regular feedback / reporting on operations, issues
• Update the asset inventory and track changes with all IMAC
Competences  

Functional:
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Positive and flexible attitude
• Ability to think clearly, identify risks, anticipate eventualities and resolve problems
• Ability to understand and comply with business processes and procedures

Technical:
• Ability to understand and comply with methods, standards, guidelines, tools, techniques and procedures

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The Agricultural Society of Kenya works in partnership with stakeholders in organizing and staging Agricultural Exhibitions and Trade Fairs to promote excellence in Agriculture, allied industries and trade. Opportunity has arisen in the following positions.
 The Role

Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the running of the IT systems and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Support the running of the IT systems and infrastructure.Provide IT support to users, identify and troubleshoot problems based on user problem description.Maintain systems backup, security and contingency plans to ensure continuity and high availability of existing business systems.Research and recommend innovative, and where possible, automated approaches for system administration tasks.Support users in the implementation of internal IT security policies and procedures for the Society.Assist in the coordination, development and deployment of IT systems and infrastructure within the Society’s Head office and Branches.Ensure the stable operation of Business Systems and network connections.Develop and write procedures of installation, use and solving problems of networks and communications hardware and software.Liaise with external service providers to ensure maximum systems availability.Train end users on the various applications to optimize utilization of IT resources.Qualifications/Skills/ExperienceMinimum Bachelors Degree in IT (Or equivalent experience) or any other related field from a recognized University.5 years in the IT industry and at least 1 year Managerial Experience in a busy environment.Excellent Communication and presentation Skills.Proven troubleshooting skills of computer applications and Network.Knowledge of database scripting (MS SQL/MySQL) and reporting a must.Must be a strategic thinker who would be able to advise management of effective technology practices.Experience in ERP and WAN administration an added advantage.Exposure to SAP will be an added advantage.Maintain petty cash as well as receipting and cheque payments.Maintaining personal accounts in respect of each debtor and creditor.In charge of staff advances and Imprests.Bank reconciliations and reconciliation of debtors and creditors accounts as well as advances and Imprests accounts.Production of monthly statements of accounts for both debtors and creditors.Knowledge, Skill and AbilitiesMinimum KATC 1 & 2, CPA I or its equivalent.3 years experience in similar position.Excellent Communication and presentation Skills.Ability to perform under pressure with minimum supervision.3. Public Address System Operator / TechnicianService and maintenance of all electrical & electronics machines and equipments including telephone handsets and internal electrical lines.Installing electrical extension lines when and where required.Must be conversant with PA system and be able to maintain the system to provide highest quality sound in the Arena during Trade Fairs/Shows.Ensuring that all electrical equipments, communications gadgets are in good working conditions.Maintenance of pump house power/wiring system.Any other task related to duties as directed by ASK management.Knowledge, Skill and AbilitiesMinimum Form IV level of Education with at least a mean grade of C– and above.Certificate in Radio, TV and Electronics Technician from a recognized institution.Minimum 2 years working experience in setting up and operating a PA system.Should be able to work under pressure with minimum supervision.If you fulfill the above requirements, send your application with detailed CV, alongside relevant testimonials, stating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail address and telephone contact to be submitted in hard copy to the undersigned not later than 15th January 2013. 
ASK is an equal opportunity employer and any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Chief Executive Officer,
Agricultural Society of Kenya,
P.O. Box 30176-00100,
Nairobi

Jamhuri Park Showground
Off – Ngong Road

Email: info@ask.co.ke

Position: Systems Administrator   
The System Administrator (SA) is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. This individual participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. This individual ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values, enabling staff, volunteers, and Partners.

This individual will assist project teams with technical issues in the Initiation and Planning phases of our standard Project Management Methodology. 

These activities include the definition of needs, benefits, and technical strategy; research & development within the project life-cycle; technical analysis and design; and support of operations staff in executing, testing and rolling-out the solutions. Participation on projects is focused on smoothing the transition of projects from development staff to production staff by performing operations activities within the project life-cycle.
 Install new / rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.Contribute to and maintain system standards.Research and recommend innovative, and where possible automated approaches for system administration tasks.  Identify approaches that leverage our resources and provide economies of scale.Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.Perform regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusionsPerform daily backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media, recovery tapes or disks are created, and media is recycled and sent off site as necessary.Perform regular file archival and purge as necessary.Create, change, and delete user accounts per request.Repair and recover from hardware or software failures.Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Configure / add new services as necessary.Maintain operational, configuration, or other procedures.Perform periodic performance reporting to support capacity planning.Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required.  Configure CPU, memory, and disk partitions as required.Maintain data center environmental and monitoring equipment.Upgrades system by conferring with vendors and services; developing, testing, evaluating, and installing enhancements and new software.Windows Server OS & Linux OSIIS & WAMPMicrosoft Exchange, Active Directory, Enkompass cPanelVirtualizationEducational Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor degree, with a technical major, such as engineering or computer science.Systems Administration/System Engineer certification in Linux and Microsoft.Three to four year’s system administration experience.Interested persons should send their resume to alfreds@tracesoft.co.ke

Position: System Support (2)
Location: Nairobi
Industry: ICT
Our Client, an Information Communications Technology firm providing Custom Software Development, Mobile Banking, web solutions, alongside other ICT based services, seeks to fill the position of System Support. The successful candidates will be responsible for providing support to clients using the existing solutions in the market and ensuring that services are continuously running on a 24 hour basis.
Keys Tasks and ResponsibilitiesMonitor systems and ensure they are running appropriately.Carry out system administration.Respond to client’s enquiries.Identify and resolve routine operational systems problems.Manage project, plan and implement systems’ maintenance and administrationInstalling and configuring software onto a number of Environments and various clients. Train clients on the new installed system usageEnsure clients are accurately and appropriately informed about system down times.Ensure all clients complaints about the systems are timely and accurately responded to.Qualifications and CompetenciesDiploma/Degree in computer science/Information Technology or any related courseAt least 2-4 years experience in a similar positionShould have strong working knowledge of Java and PHP programming languagesAble to provide 24 hours on-call services and supports on systems engineeringExperience with financial management software and financial accounting packagesExperience in administering SQL or Oracle Systems support is an added advantageMust have good communication and organizational skills.To apply, send your CV ONLY and cover letter to cvs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 31st August 2012. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Consultancy to Develop a Results Oriented Information Management System
Turkana and Garissa districts are affected by recurrent natural disasters, conflict and are among the poorest regions in Kenya.
Additional pressure from refugees on existing natural resources such as water, pasture and firewood, which are at the bare minimum due to recurrent droughts, often increase tension and lead to conflict between refugees and communities hosting them. The exposure to diseases outbreak is heightened as health and sanitation facilities are stretched to the limit with women and children being the most affected.
To address this, UNDP together with GOK have developed a project as a medium term measure to support recovery as well as build resilience of communities especially youth and women’s groups affected by the drought and to strengthen institutions responsible for recovery and disaster risk reduction work. The interventions address short term livelihoods economic recovery needs of youth and women while establishing in the process the capacities and building blocks of sustainable local long-term development.
The project “Restoration and Stabilization of Livelihoods for Drought affected and Host Communities in Turkana and Garissa Districts” seeks to develop a results oriented information management system to ensureGreater accountability for resources allocated and efforts made in promoting sustainable livelihoods in the targeted communities.Greater opportunities for management decisions informed by reliable data.Greater opportunities to learn lessons (almost on real time) and influence policy with evidence based information.Capacity development of government and other national actors on sound program and project management including soft (project management tools, learning, knowledge, etc.) and hard (M&E system) components.Sealed proposal documents comprising two technical proposals and two financial proposals in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked “UNDPKEN/007/2012 – Results oriented information management system for UNDP Kenya project ‘restoration and stabilization of livelihoods for drought affected and host communities in Turkana and Garissa districts” 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,
UNDP Kenya
P.O. Box 30218-00100 Nairobi
Block N Third Floor.
A pre-bidding Conference will be held at The United Nations Complex on Wednesday, 18th July 2012 at 2.30 pm in the UNDP Conference Room, located in Block N Ground floor.
Tuesday 31st July 2012 by 16.00 noon Kenya Time Zone (EAT)
UNDP Kenya reserves the right to accept or reject any submissions.

NRS Sacco is a growing financial institution currently with over 7,000 members. And that is why we need to recruit a larger team into the organization to help us realize NRS mission and vision as we expand nationally.

We are therefore looking for qualified candidates to fill in the following position:

Job Description

Report to the System AdministratorImplements, manages, and troubleshoots existing network and system environments. Provides administration, operation management, and support for all computer systems, workstations.Performs frequent server checks and implements patches on servers also applying operating system updates patches, and configuration changes.Performs maintenance of desktop computers and performance tuning.Installing and configuring new hardware and software.Adding, removing, or updating user account information, resetting passwords, etc through AD.Working on Database correction of entered record.Technical support and troubleshooting any reported problems.Responsibility for documenting the configuration of the system.Schedules, performs, and monitors system backups and, when necessary, performs data recoveries.Maintains software, including testing, evaluation and installation of new versions or authorized modifications to custom and vendor-supplied operating systems and related software.Determines and initiates appropriate and immediate actions needed to restore normal services with minimal down time. Investigates recurring and related operating system failures/inefficiencies by reviewing system logs, dumps and other information from clients or technical personnel.Works with hardware and software vendors to diagnose and correct problems.Monitors and evaluates operating efficiency, analyzes hardware/software performance and tuning.Prepares documentation of systems and software for permanent records.Advises and trains clients regarding server systems.Configuration of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network;Developing and updating application systems;Carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;Carrying out repairs and maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated Technology equipment;Verification, validation and certification of Information Communication Technology equipment; andOverseeing the process of configuration of new Information Communication Technology equipment.At least a degree in ICT from a recognized university.Must be willing to take or participate in challenging tasks.Knowledge of programming languages such as PHP, C, C#, Java, .NET, and Visual BasicExposure to Mobile Application DevelopmentExcellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skillsTeam player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrated outstanding level of professionalism in providing administrative support, including ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacySound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential informationSuperior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitudeProficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)Application letter must be Hand Written.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their applications enclosing copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, detailed CV including names and contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 18th June 2012

For more information please contact the C.E.O. on ndetika@gmail.com

The C.E.O
Ndetika Rural Sacco Ltd
P.O. Box 575-00902
Kikuyu

Health Information System Officer (HISO)

Department: M&E

Responsible to: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Staff directly supervised: Casual data clerks (from time to time)

Relationships internally: All programme and support staff

Relationships externally: MoMS/MoPHS personnel, other governmental and non governmental counterparts, community members

Overall Objective of the Position

The Field Officer-HIS is based in Kisii and will have responsibility for collection, collation, compilation, analysis, maintaining and dissemination of data on malaria, HIV/AIDS and TB and other project related areas.

S/he will assist the Project Officer- M&E in establishing and strengthening a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system to measure programme progress and impact and establish effective lesson learning and beneficiary accountability mechanisms in the project area.

Specific Responsibilities:

Ensure data collection and entry of relevant data related to Merlin projects in a timely manner, and feedback is given to the source of the data such as DHMTs health facilities and communities in collaboration with other departmentsAnalysis of collected data, make necessary visual presentation and give feedback to each service delivery pointEnsure the database in Merlin M&E department and MoH are functional and in useAssist MoH staff in collecting, collating and disseminating HIV/AIDS and TB and other relevant data on time.Assist conduction of survey, evaluation and research activitiesEnsure MoH data tools (registers, forms etc) are correctly utilised, kept and updated within Merlin project areas including health facilities and communitiesAssist the Project Officer-M&E with the preparation and presentation of data for internal and donor reports in a timely mannerEnsure availability of relevant data collection tools within the Merlin supported health facilities sites.Foster ownership of data collection tools and related data by health facilities. Regularly collect and at all times maintain in a user-friendly form all projects data in a Merlin database.Assist PO-M&E in identifying training needs on data for records officers and other MOH personnel on data collection, entry, analysis and report writing. Ensure data is segregated by gender and flag any gender disparities so as to enhance gender sensitive programming. Perform any other duty assigned by the supervisorJob and Person SpecificationsDiploma in Medical Records, Higher Diploma/Degree in Health Information Systems (Medical statistics)Experience of over 2 years in health information systems support in an NGOExperience in handling data related to HIV/AIDS prevention programs Knowledge of Access, EPI info, SPSS or similar data analysis programmesExperience in Health informatics tools for collecting, managing, analyzing, processing and presenting health dataGood understanding of HIV related MoH reporting tools and other relevant national toolsKnowledge in Designing and developing health databasesKnowledge in the use of Innovative applications of information and communications technologies (ICTs) in healthExposure to Health information security issues and solutionsKnowledge of Legal and ethical issues in development and use of health information systemsHow to Apply:

Should this role be of interest to you, please send your application, clearly indicating “HISO – CM” in the subject line, to recruitment@merlin-kenya.org by 5pm on Friday, 27th April 2012.

Alternatively, you may wish to post your application to:

HR Department, Merlin, Nairobi Office,
P.O Box 3350 – 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is established under article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya with the mandate of conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an act of Parliament.

Other duties include delimitation of electoral units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems.

IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy.

The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.

The IEBC invites applications for the following positions.

Regional ICT Officer

17 Posts

Duties

To provide first line support on all general and Commission-specific software and hardware issues in the regions.To communicate information on hardware and software issues to corporate ICT ServicesSolve regional ICT issues including remote access, emails and telephone.To assist in the selection and disposal of redundant ICT Equipment.To dismantle, move and reassemble ICT equipment as needed and transport ICT equipment to other sites as required.Provide onsite technical support with hardware and software issues where needed, including travelling to other commission sites in their region of responsibility.Provide ICT point of contact to all users and third parties for all regional ICT matters, and escalate to ICT at the Headquarters issues that cannot be resolved locally.To ensure the maintenance of a healthy, safe and secure working environment through ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements in relation to ICT.Implement information security at the regional level as directed by the ICT directorate.Degree in Computer Science or equivalentFull certification in Networks (e.g. CCNA, CCNP) or Microsoft Certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Professional) required.Basic hardware troubleshooting and maintenance strongly preferred.Three (3) years of relevant industry experience in a busy organization.Must be passionate about ICT.Must be a team player, service oriented, eager to learn and pro-active, willing to develop initiatives and stress resistant.Voter Registration Officer

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Duties
Develop a plan to register potential Voters and supervise implementation of the plan.Coordinate with Regional Election Coordinators and Constituency Election Coordinators to effectively carry out a registration program.Prepare a budget whenever the registration exercise is to take placePlan and ensure continuous registration of new votersDevelop accountability measures, monitor the performance indicators at the constituency levels and ensure the timely preparation of periodic reports. Ensure the voters’ register is cleaned periodicallyA degree in Economics, or Economics and mathematics or Economics and Statistics from a recognized university/InstitutionPost graduate qualifications in ICT, survey Techniques will be an added advantageThree years of relevant experience in a busy organizationDocument Management Officer

Duties

Document and catalogue of all legal documentsRun the Legal Registry and process all records by creating paper and electronic folders, filing and retrieving information in accordance with departmental records management procedures so that staff can find the information they need quickly and easily.Manage the location and storage of Policy and Planning records, including: conducting an annual records audit on all litigation files;Organize the disposal of finalized suits and petitions; ensuring that access to Legal records is controlled at all times in accordance with departmental policy and procedureDegree in Information Management Systems related fieldCertification on record keeping or related field will be an added advantageThree (3) years experience from a reputable and busy Law firm or corporate organization with a strong emphasis on Record Keeping.Conducting Legal research and offer legal opinionsPreparing and presenting position papers on a wide variety of legal issues including Dispute Resolution Mechanisms.Monitoring and coordinating training in Dispute Resolution Mechanisms under the supervision of the Manager.Undertaking and overseeing a wide range of litigation practice including, but not restricted to, Civil Litigation, Election Petitions, Civic Inquiries and Arbitrations in all Courts and Tribunals in Kenya, both subordinate and superiorA Law Degree (LLB) from a recognized University.Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.Three (3) years’ experience from a reputable and busy Law firm or corporate organization with a strong emphasis on litigation.Developer Internal Systems

Duties

Provide technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance our existing Microsoft based systems.Modify existing or create new application programs to address business requirementsDevelop and maintain custom applications which include a number of in-house systems.Identify opportunities that can improve efficiency of business processes.Investigate and resolve application functionality related issues and provide support and troubleshooting of business systems in area of assigned responsibility.Troubleshoot technical issues in software applications and identify modifications needed in existing applications to meet changing user requirements.Provides assistance and advice to business users in the effective use of applications and information technology.Prepare and test sample datasets to ensure that output from new or modified systems work as intended.Conduct user acceptance testing to ensure the program can be used easily and functions as intendedWrite detailed documentation for the operation of the program by users and computer operators.Degree in Computer Science or related fieldMinimum of four (4) years hands-on experience in systems development.Must have a working knowledge of relational databases, web and client-server concepts.Fluent in at least two programming languages / tools.A demonstrated track record in the delivery of large, integrated ICT projects required.Good background in relational databases and modern programming languages.Data conversion and migration techniquesLeadership and people management skillsProject management skillsA good understanding of the electoral process is desired.The Job Application Process

Applicants should fill the online form provided on the Commission website http://www.iebc.or.ke/careers/index.php?form=careers.php.

A printed copy of the form and copies of certificates can be dropped or posted to the

Chief Executive Officer/ Commission Secretary
at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, Anniversary Towers,
6th Floor Reception, University Way,
P. O. Box 45371 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya.

Forms are also available at the Commission Headquarters and Regional Offices.

Applications must be received on or before 30st March 2012.

The Commission is a equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shortlisted candidates will be vetted as per Chapter Six of the Constitution.

OJ.H. Oswaco
Chief Executive Officer / Commission Secretary