Main Purpose

Working as an ETL Consultant of the delivery team in Nairobi for our clients across Kenya, the candidate would be responsible for end to end deliverables for the ETL phase of project engagement.

The position would require working onsite / offsite across varied short term / long term analytics driven projects

Main Responsibilities

Ensure accuracy & integrity of data & applications through analysis, coding, writing clear documentation & problem resolutionAnalyze & translate functional specifications & change requests into technical specificationsDevelop, test & implement program logicResponsible for the Extraction, Transformation & Loading of data from multiple sources into Data WarehouseDesign, develop & test large-scale ETL application for data warehouse application.Expertise in analyzing and coordinating the banking data, generating MIS reports, tables, listings, graphsWork with ETL tools, such as Data Stage and Informatics (preferred).Accessing data from relational databases and experience with handling large data setsIdentify and implement automation improvements Create job schedules / job flows using LSF, monitoring and troubleshooting schedules jobs Enhancing / Validating / Debugging existing job(s)Be the owner of codes & queries and handle modifications whenever requiredSupport reporting automation for various businessesCreate standardized templates and formats for reportingPerform system backup and restoreProficient in Data warehouse concepts like Data warehouse architecture, Star schema, Snowflake schema, Data Marts, ODS, Dimension and Fact tablesUnderstanding of Informatics and Data Stage Architecture.Experienced periodical update of the data using merge statement and append proceduresWorking knowledge of database technologiesExposure of integrating applications in a complex and diverse systems environmentExposure to various third party products and experience of integrating them into a systems solutionProficient in logical and technical aspects of data mart structuresFirm background in systems analysis and designComfortable in working on Windows and Unix Platforms.Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, IT or related and three (3) years relevant experienceTo apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Job Overview:

Working as a Senior Member of the delivery team for our clients in Kenya, the candidate would be responsible for end to end project deliverables and solution framework design. The position would require working onsite / offsite across varied short term / long term analytics driven projects, based out of Kenya

Roles and Responsibilities:

Manage and execute end to end deliverables related to analytical projects in the field of Customer Relationship Management for telecommunication clientsEstablish and enhance relationship with customers/clientsIdentify and documenting the Project Scope and Business RequirementsIdentify and analyze the gaps in the current business processes and propose solution frameworkLiaise with the business units to outline the data requirements and validation proceduresParticipate in the preparation and review of the business data modelLeading the project team in implementationParticipating in demonstrations of system capabilities to various business teams through prototypes etc.Preparation of user procedures and user acceptance testing scenariosStrong analytical background with experience in CRM (telecom industry preferred)Strong verbal & written communication skillsPleasant Personality & Ability to engage well with clientsExposure of integrating applications in a complex and diverse systems environmentExperience in Telecom/ AnalyticsExperience of working in the data integration projectsBasic knowledge of technology, third party products and their applicationFirm background in data analysis and strategy designGraduation in Commerce/Economics + M.C.A. or MBA (Finance) preferredTo apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Food for Peace (FFP) Office, USAID/East Africa seeks to hire a Program Operations Specialist. The position is open to qualified Kenyan citizens.Basic Function of the Position:As Program Operations Specialist (POS), the incumbent is the focal point for all management information systems handling commodity management, logistics, communications, documentation and records within the Program Operations Division (POD). He/she serves as a member of the FFP team directly supporting all FFP program actions with respect to operational management. He/she also consults and interacts frequently with senior staff of private sector service providers and of host government ministries and their agencies such as tax, transport, communications and port authorities. The position will be based in Nairobi but will entail travel within the region.Duties of the Program Operations Specialist include:designing and implementing management information systems;conducting assessments of partner commodity management and logistical capacities;establishing and ensuring commodity management reporting by partners;conducting assessments of regional or country-specific logistics and transportation networks;developing a logistics plan for a food aid programming;providing financial analyses of commodity and transport budgets;supporting a regional commodity pre-positioning facility;providing additional support and expert advice and can be assigned specific tasks in commodity management, communications, reporting, logistics, management information systems and other areas as deemed necessary by USAID/EA/FFP.Any application that does not meet the minimum requirements stated below will not be evaluated. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted one month from the closing date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.Education: A Master’s degree, from an accredited institution, in management information systems, business administration, accounting, statistics, logistics or a related field is required.Prior Work Experience (40%): 5-7 years minimum field working experience in food aid commodity management or international logistics or a related field is required.Knowledge (30%): The incumbent must have strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, Power-Point and at least one statistical or data base management program.Skills and Abilities (30%): He/she must possess a high degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and will be expected to travel in the region for the purposes of completing tasks described above and for any specific additional assignments as directed by FFP/USAID/EA.Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed curriculum vitae/resume and copies of relevant certificates to the following address:Re: Program Operations Specialist, FFP/USAID/EAApplication must reach the USAID HR office by COB December 10, 2010.

Work Context

Cesvi has in Nairobi a Regional Representation to coordinate the projects and programmes in Kenya, Sudan and Somalia. It is a medium-size operation in terms of projects and expatriate staff. There is also a number of local staff and consultants usually managed by the office.

Regional Security Manager and Logistician
Organisation: CESVI cooperazione e sviluppo - Italy

Job type: Temporary
Duration: 6 months, renewable
Salary: TBD

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Code 77/2010 RSM NAIR

Required Competences

Extensive work experience in emergency projects as security manager in post-conflict or conflict environmentsGood knowledge of logistic measures to support in remote officesGood communication skills, diplomatic (it is essential the cooperation among the main Office in Nairobi and the field offices in the RegionDetail oriented, strong organizationalHighly flexible and adaptable to different contexts and environmentsExcellent problem-solving and analytical skills requiredLeadership skills and ability to involve and motivate national and international staffEnglish essentialKnowledge of Italian languagePrevious experience within the regionThe projects' sectors focus are as follows:
Kenya: sanitation in Somali refugees camps in Dadaab, protection - vulnerable groups in Dadaab and Nairobi, malaria prevention in the coastSouth Sudan: water and sanitation, environment, solid waste management, capacity buildingSouth and Central Somalia: emergency projects (health, food security)Somaliland/Puntland: environment, solid waste management, protection - child soldiers, support to IDPs campsJob Description

The collaboration will start in January 2011.

The person will respond to the Regional Representative and to the HQ's Security Advisor.

The main duty station will be Nairobi, with frequent travels into the region (Sudan, Somalia, Kenya)

The person will operate as primary point of contact for all security and logistic issues:

Maintains awareness of the security environment at all CESVI officesSpecifies, implements and enforces security and logistic proceduresReviews security guidelines, protocols, and emergency plans on an ongoing basis and updates them where necessaryProvides detailed analysis and recommendations for security and travel for any event or program activity held in the regionProvides routine and emergency security updates to Regional Representative and CESVI staffDevelops and update a network of professional security contacts and local actorsProvides on-going security training and refresher courses on all aspects of security protocolsSupport field office with specific recommendations and measures to improve the logistic assets and proceduresIn case of new sub offices: to do a security and logistic assessment, to introduce new specific logistic tools, procedures etc

Murang’a Water and Sanitation Company Limited (MUWASCO) is an agent of Tana Water Services Board established under the water Act 2002 for provision of efficient, reliable and economical water and sewerage services in Murang’a Municipality and its environs.

The Board of directors seeks to recruit a capable and results oriented individual to fill the following position;

Procurement Officer Ref: PO/11/10

Key responsibilities
* Implementation of procurement policies and procedures and preparation of procurement plans
* Coordination and dispatch of the procured materials to the relevant department
* Stock taking, stock control and verification of materials
* Coordinate disposal of obsolete and unserviceable items

Requirements for appointment
* Diploma in purchasing and supplies management from a recognized institution
* Must be conversant with public procurement and disposal Act. 2005 and Rules and Regulations (2006)
* Well developed IT skills (Ms office) with minimum 4 years experience
* Excellent negotiations and communication skills

Applicants who are conversant with water sector reforms will have an added advantage.

Interested candidates should send their applications attaching copies of CV, certificates and testimonials indicating current remuneration so as to reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday 8th December 2010.

Applicants must indicate the reference number for the position applied for on both the application letter and envelop.

Managing Director
P.O. Box 1050 – 10200
Murang’a

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Communication for Development Officer – (SB5)

Background

The Ministry of Information and Communications and UNDP- Kenya country office, require the services of a Communication for Development (C4D) Programme Officer to achieve the long-term objective of elevating and institutionalizing the culture of communication for Development in the national agenda.

This is to be implemented through the evolution and consolidation of mass media practices/ skills to contribute towards development goals using print, electronic and New-Media.

Application Procedure

The full terms of reference detailing the scope of work, required academic qualifications and years of relevant work experience can be accessed on the UNDP Kenya website.

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website - http://www.ke.undp.org/ on or before 15 December 2010. Select “vacancies” under “Operations” and click on ‘erecruit.echo-systems.net

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.

The Government of Kenya is set to implement a new project, the Programme for Agriculture and Livelihoods in Western Communities (PALWECO) in collaboration with the Government of Finland. PALWECO is a Multi-Sectoral Rural Development Programme with focus on poverty reduction covering seven districts (Busia, Bunyala, Butula, Samia, Nambale, Teso South and Teso North) of Western Province.

It is in this context, the Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030 (MoPND) is seeking to recruit the Project Director who will be based in Busia, Kenya.

Candidates should have a clear understanding of the national long and short term development policies and how to cascade these policies into a regional context.

The requirement and terms of service for the Programme Director are as follows:

Key responsibilities:

Overall execution and management of the Programme, including planning, implementation and monitoring;Providing leadership and guidance to Programme staff, long-term technical assistance and short-term consultants;Leading and facilitating participatory processes for the preparation of annual work plans and budgets as well as progress and expenditure reports for approval by the Steering Committee and the Supervisory Board;Contracting and supervising partnerships under the Programme; and preparing terms of reference for short term technical assistance;Identifying implementation constraints, finding timely solutions together with partner organisations and the Programme’s technical assistance, and pro-actively proposing modifications to the programme’s strategy and work plans when required and justified;Working closely with the Steering Committee and the Supervisory Board and liaising with the Embassy of Finland on Programme’s operations;Administering, reporting on and being accountable to the Steering Committee for cost-efficient and transparent use of programme funds;Coordinating and collaborating with national, devolved level government agencies, non-governmental organisations, civil society, the donor community and others; and,Ensuring that the cross-cutting themes of gender equality, HIV/AIDS and environment are mainstreamed throughout the programme.Qualifications and experience requested:
Masters degree in Economics with exposure in project planning and management, development studies, strategic management or relevant social sciences.At least 10 years of relevant work experience with at least 5 years in a leadership position in programme managementSolid experience from internationally supported development projects; experience in project cycle management and logical framework approach;Experience of working with public authorities, private sector and small-scale rural producers;Proven track record in designing and implementing capacity building and learning- training interventions;Professional of high standing with strong leadership and team building skills and excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;Proven ability to write reports clearly and concisely.Knowledge of a regional language of Western Kenya would be an advantage;Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Duty station: Busia

Reporting to: MoPND&V2030 and the Supervisory Board of PALWECO

Duration: Minimum of 2 years but renewable for a maximum period of up to 5 years subject to satisfactory performance.

How to apply:

Send a cover letter, your CV and the names and contact details of 3 referees in a sealed envelope to the following address:

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Planning, National Development and Vision 2030
P. O. Box 30005-00100
Nairobi

Or hand delivered to Treasury Building, Harambee Avenue, 3rd floor Room No.303

Closing date: 17th December 2010

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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