Company: Focus Cab Services Ltd

Position: Driver   

Reports To: Operations Manager
Focus Cab Services is looking for expert drivers who will be responsible for the safe driving of company clients to and from their preferred destination.
 Job Requirements and Competencies:Valid driving licenseValid certificate of good conductValid license to drive a public service vehicleKnowledge of Nairobi and its environsGood command of both English and KiswahiliMust be aged between 25-45 years of ageAttention to detail, such as directions, addresses and relevant instructions is importantIf you meet the above minimum requirements, submit your application letter, detailed CV with reliable telephone contacts and copies of the above mentioned documents to:
The Human Resources Manager
Focus Cab Services Limited,
P O Box 4999-00506
Nairobi

E-mail: careers@focuscabs.co.ke

NB: You can also drop your relevant documents at our Nairobi offices at Westlands, Mayfair Maisonettes, opposite Fedha Plaza.

Regional focused roleStrategic HRD FocusFixed Term contract ? 2 YearsTo be eligible to apply for this position you must have the appropriate working visa for Eastern Africa.

There is an exciting opportunity to join The Fred Hollows Foundation's international Programs team and contribute to the growth of an international development organisation that focuses on blindness prevention globally.

Based in Africa (preferably Nairobi) with regular regional and international travel, this position is responsible for the implementation of the Foundation's Human Resources Development (HRD) Strategy in Sub-Saharan Africa. Working closely with a number of key partners this position will coordinate and implement Human resource development initiatives in the region ensuring harmonization of activities to maximise outcomes. We currently deliver programs in Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda, Eritrea and are establishing our presence in Ethiopia.

We are seeking a motivated individual who has a significant level of experience and education in health workforce planning and managing public health programs in an international development setting, including programs addressing health workforce issues. Exposure and knowledge of eye health programming is highly desirable.

The successful applicant will also have solid work experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, the capacity to work effectively in cross-cultural environments and have the partnership capacity to engage and influence senior levels of government, multi-lateral agencies and other relevant stakeholders to build strategic advocacy.

Your experience in full cycle project management, PC literacy, fluency in written and spoken English as well as your tenacity and resilience will all help you to be a success in the role.

Please note that internally this position is referred to as ? HRD Coordinator

How to apply:

Applications should be made via www.hollows.org.au/get-involved/Australia and should include a resume and covering letter addressing all areas expressed in the experience, skills & attributes area of the Job Description.

Alternatively for a confidential discuss please contact Victoria Cawley, Recruitment Specialist on +61 2 8741-1962 or via email at vcawley@hollows.org

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The Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi represents Sweden in Kenya, Somalia, Seychelles and Comoros. The Embassy also represents Sweden in UNEP and UN-HABITAT.
The Embassy represents and advances Swedish policies, interests and values in political and economic relations, development cooperation, in trade and investment promotion and in cultural and information matters. It provides consular services to Swedish nationals and migration services to non-nationals. There is 66 staff working in the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi, which makes it the second largest Swedish Embassy in the world.

Sweden has been actively engaged in Somalia for over 18 years. The Swedish cooperation programme in Somalia is a combination of humanitarian assistance and support for reconstruction and development. Swedish assistance is mainly implemented through various United Nations Agencies as well as through International and Swedish NGOs.

The Somalia Section of the Embassy is now looking for a National Programme Officer responsible for the handling of the health system development programmes.

Main Duties

In close cooperation with other donors (particularly DFID) assess the health sector and developments and identification of strategic interventions for Swedish support.Actively contribute to the development of the new Joint Health and Nutrition Programme and related coordination processes.   Promote Swedish health policy priorities in dialogue with partners, such as Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Plan, administer and follow up on Swedish funded projects by, inter alia: assessing and approving funding applications including budgets; preparing decisions/contracts and agreements; reviewing and approving narrative, financial and audit reports. Responsibility for general quality assurance of the portfolio, with emphasis on agreement conditions and anti-corruption. Financial management, including follow up of disbursements and payments, using the in-house financial system: PLUS. Contribute to the development of Swedish strategies and policies for Somalia. Operational/strategic planning and reporting. Represent the Embassy and Sweden and actively participate, in coordination fora, steering committees, program reviews and field visits.Build relationships and develop networks through interaction and continuous dialogue with a multitude of actors, bi laterally and multilaterally.Report and update relevant stakeholders on relevant emerging issues in Somalia.Travel to Somalia as necessary.Academic Degree in social sciences preferably with a focus on development issues or other relevant academic background.Minimum 5 years relevant working experience with development assistance, at least two of which have involved social sectors preferably health.Grants management experience from working with donors, international agencies or international NGOs. Experience of working in a fragile state context.  Knowledge about the political and development context in Somalia highly desirable.Ability to seek information independently and be able to analyse complex data in order to make assessments.Excellent command of written and spoken English. Swedish would be an added advantage.Administrative competence and computer skills (incl. Word, Excel, Power Point)Good drafting and reporting skills are essentialExperience from working as consultant in the above mentioned programme areas and/or working with NGOs or regional organisations in Africa.Experience working with development co-operation based at an Embassy or a Development Agency.Ability to adjust to changing priorities and undertake multiple tasks simultaneouslyRespect for cultural diversity, with the ability to fit into a diverse team and to establish networks.Excellent organization skills, strong oral and written communication skills with good command of English.Self driven with ability to work unsupervised.Indicative start date for the position is September 1, 2012.

The salary is in accordance with the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs´ salary system for locally engaged employees.

Applications should include a detailed CV with educational qualifications, a summary of professional experience and a minimum of 3 professional references.

Applications should reach the Embassy not later than July 13, 2012.

Send the application to: ruth.muriuki@foreign.ministry.se

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Company: Focus Cab Services Limited

Position: Radio Dispatcher

Reports To: Operations Manager

Summary:

The main responsibility of the radio dispatcher is to receive orders from clients and to dispatch vehicles appropriately and in a timely manner.

Basic duties:

Running the Control Room.Directing all trips logged with the Control Room.Ensuring clients’ are served in the most efficient and economic way.Supervising all drivers’ movements/ operations and advice the management appropriately.Job Requirements and Competencies:
Prior experience in radio dispatching dutiesProficiency in IT operationsGood communication , interpreting and analytical skills If you meet the above minimum requirements, submit your application letter and detailed CV with reliable telephone contacts as soon as possible:

E-mail: careers@focuscabs.co.ke

NB/ You can also drop your relevant documents at our Nairobi offices at Baricho Plaza, Off Baricho Road 2nd Floor.

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Company: Focus Cabs Services Limited

Position: Accounts Intern

Reports To: Accounts Manager

Basic duties:
Prepare account analysis i.e. daily revenue analysis & reconciliationAssist with journal entries, account reconciliations and routine clerical functions.Preparation of a variety of financial statements based on the needs of specific projectsBe responsible for basic auditing of client financial records Perform a variety of administrative duties, including research, fact checking and organizing client files.Any other accounting duties that may be delegated Job Requirements and Competencies:
Post Secondary student in AccountingProficiency in Various Computer Applications Attention to detail and good interpreting and analytical skills If you meet the above minimum requirements, submit your application letter and detailed CV with reliable telephone contacts before 15th August, 2011 to:

The Human Resources Manager
Focus Cabs Services Limited,
P O Box 4999-00506
Nairobi

E-mail: careers@focuscabs.co.ke

NB: You can also drop your relevant documents at our Nairobi offices at Baricho Plaza, Off Baricho Road 2nd Floor.

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Company: Focus Cabs Services Limited

Position: Driver

Reports To: Operations Manager

Job Summary

The driver will be responsible for the safe driving of company clients to and from their preferred destination.

Responsibilities:

Keeping driving records (i.e. mileage and other relevant receipts/vouchers).Observing speed limits and obeying all road signs.Performing simple vehicle cleanliness and maintenance (i.e. taking vehicle for fueling and inspections, filling tires with air, etc.)Informing supervisor of any vehicle problems.Interacting with customers to obtain payment, signatures and giving receipts.Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient routes.Job Requirements and Competencies:
Valid driving licenseValid certificate of good conductValid license to drive a public service vehicleKnowledge of Nairobi and its environsGood command of both English and KiswahiliMust be aged between 25-45 years of ageAttention to detail, such as directions, addresses and relevant instructions is importantIf you meet the above minimum requirements, submit your application letter, detailed CV with reliable telephone contacts and copies of the above mentioned documents to:

The Human Resources Manager
Focus Cabs Services Limited,
P O Box 4999-00506
Nairobi

E-mail: carol@focuscabs.co.ke

NB/ You can also drop your relevant documents at our Nairobi offices at Baricho Plaza, Off Baricho Road 2nd Floor.

Visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ for many more jobs in Kenya