The principal mission of NIC Bank Group is to be the leading financial services provider to our target market whilst being committed to the highest standards of service and to exceeding our stakeholders expectations. In order to achieve this objective, the bank is continually searching for knowledgeable, talented, passionate and experienced individuals to join our team. As such, the following career opportunities have arisen within the Group.Human Resources Services ManagerThis role is responsible for the provision of day - to - day HR support to all staff members in areas of recruitment & selection, administration of the provident fund, staff insurances, staff medical scheme, leave management, staff welfare, staff events and management of the benevolent fund.Key Accountabilities will include:.Staff provident fund administration, being the liaison between the bank and provident fund service providers.Administration of staff insurance schemes, such as the group personal accident and the medical insurance scheme.Management of staff leave in tine with the banks HR policies.Recruitment & selection, through designing job advertisements, constitute interview panels; and development of suitable interview materials for various levels.Bachelors degree in Social Studies or Human Resources Management.Professional qualification in Human Resources.Minimum 5 years work experience in busy HR environment, 3 of which should be in Generalist HR.In-depth Knowledge of HR processes and systems, with a focus in Banking.Product Manager - Cash Management This role is responsible for the delivery of cash management solutions to our customers through the provision of seamless support in the area of payments, collections & liquidity management.Key Accountabilities will include:-Drive and deliver exceptional sales performance in the three key areas of payments, collections & liquidity management by identifying and meeting customer needs through selling & cross selling specific cash management solutions to customers.Deliver exceptional customer service in line with the bank’s customer service proposition.Identify business growth opportunities for the bank.Handling of day —to- day customer requests such as NIC Online banking enquiries.Take part in product development initiatives.Bachelors degree in Business management or related qualification.Minimum 5 years work experience, preferably in a Banking environment.In-depth knowledge of banking operations with strong marketing, presentation and Customer Service skills.Experience in electronic banking, cash management products will be desirable.Relationship Manager - Business BankingThis role is responsible for growing the banks asset business in tine with overall bank strategic objectives. Business growth is through acquisition of new business and cross selling to existing clientele, so as to achieve the set monthly/annual sales targets for the Business Banking products.Key accountabilities will include:-Identify and develop new business proposals to ensure that potential new business opportunities with existing and new clients are met.Formulate and implement sales plans/strategy to achieve the set targets.Develop a strong customer relationship management system aimed at customer retention and maximizing on every relationship.Bachelors degree in a Business Management or related qualification.Professional qualification in Sales & marketing.Minimum of 4 years experience preferably in banking.Good understanding of the principles of lending & credit management.Proven excellence in business development.Account Relationship Manager - Institutional BankingThis role is responsible for growing the bank’s liabilities through acquisition of new business relationship targeting non- governmental organizations, corporates and institutions.Key accountabilities will include:-Identify and develop new business relationship with potential clients in order to achieve the bank’s liability objectives.Support clients through the delivery of efficient and timely service.Deliver exceptional sales performance in line with the banks strategic objectives.Bachelors degree in Business Management or related qualification.Strong sales & marketing orientation.Minimum of 4 years work experience preferably in banking with focus in liability management.Proven track record of excellent customer relationship management.If you meet the above specifications, please send your detailed resume to hr_recruit@nic-bank.com to reach us by 17th December, 2010, clearly indicating the role you are applying.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

I. Position Information Job Code Title: UNDSS Driver

Type of Contract: Service Contract
Pre-classified Grade: SC-2
Department: UNDSS Admin. Unit
Direct Supervisor: Deputy Chief Security Advisor (DCSA)
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: Six (6) months (with possibility of extension)
Date of Issue: 29th November 2010
Closing Date: 15th December 2010

II. Organizational Context
Under the guidance and supervision of the DCSA and the overall supervision of the Chief Security Advisor, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to the DSS staff and other high-ranking UN officials and visitors ensuring highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Upon request of the supervisor, the Driver provides driving services to the DSS staff in the CO, Consultants and Experts and UN staff on mission.

III. Functions / Key Results Expected
Summary of key functions:
* Provision of reliable and secure driving services
* Proper use of vehicle
* Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle
* Availability of documents/ supplies
* Proper action during accidents
* Effective clerical support.
* Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing

1. Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.

2. Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

3. Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.

4. Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts.

5. Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

6. Provide effective clerical support with the following results:

o Close liaison with UNDP Travel, Procurement and Administration units to speed up the delivery of urgent vehicle equipment and prevent unnecessary delays.
o Photocopying and collecting of documents when requested.

7. Supports knowledge building and knowledge sharing by conducting on-the-job training to staff increasing their driving skills and knowledge of vehicle documentation; and ability to operate the vehicle more safely in a hostile environment.

IV. Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the accurate, safe and timely execution of the CO services. The additional support provided by the driver will also increase the operational effectiveness of DSS Office as a whole through more effective allocation of tasks and responsibilities.

V. Competencies and Critical Success Factors
Corporate Competencies:
* Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values.
* Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning
* Shares knowledge and experience
* Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office

Development and Operational Effectiveness
* Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair
* Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol
* Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues

Leadership and Self-Management
* Focuses on result for the client
* Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
* Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
* Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views

VI. Recruitment Qualifications
Education: Secondary Education, Valid Driver’s license and a certificate of good conduct
Experience: 3 years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving record; knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
Language requirements: Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required.
Other requirements: Candidates considered for the post will be required to sit a driving test as part of the selection procedure.

VII. Submission of application
Please send your curriculum vitae marked “Driver – Nairobi” by 15th December 2010 to: The Deputy Country Director (Operations), United Nations Development Programme – Somalia, P.O. Box 28832, 00200 Nairobi, Kenya, fax: 254-2 4183641, e-mail: registry.so@undp.org

Applicants are required to fill and sign a P11 Form and submit it together with Curriculum Vitae.

The P11 Form can be obtained from the link below:

http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

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A.C.K Diocese of Thika has vacant positions for the following postsMust be computer literateHave basic knowledge in AccountingDiploma in Business administration or relevant course.Must be a committed ChristianAge between 30-45 yearsThree years experience in similar environment.Able to work with minimum supervision.Minimum of C+ in KCSEMinimum CPA 1Able to use QuickBooks Accounting packageCommitted ChristianExperience of three years in a busy officeAge 30-45 yearsIf you meet above requirements, submit your application to the address below by 10th December 2010.please include detailed curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and day time telephone contact.Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Global Roving Security Manager

Organisation: International Medical Corps - USA

Job type: Permanent
Salary: TBD

Location: Kenya
Deadline: 12 December 2010

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide.

By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

Job Summary

Based Out Of: Nairobi

1. The Global Roving Security Manager (GRSM) will be responsible for advising the various Country Directors on all safety and security related matters.

2. Routinely carry out risk, vulnerability and threat assessments as well as physical security assessments of all sites making prioritized recommendations for improvement and follow through with approved recommendations until fully implemented

3. Build the capacity of Country Security Managers and National Security Officers through mentoring and training

4. Coordinate and provide relevant training to all field staff

5. Liaise with local and regional officials, UN, NGO and other agencies regarding security issues in the planning, coordination, promotion of, and support for existing and future IMC projects

6. Collect, author, compile and analyze security related reports, SOPA's and humanitarian related security information from multiple sources ensuring IMCA's security posture is current and relevant to the situation on the ground

7. Track and report on relevant incidents, near misses, and the geopolitical situations globally.

8. Build strong professional relationships with fellow NGO security focal points and support info sharing functions as appropriate.

9. Work with HQ security to insure the proper implementation of security policies and procedures

Qualifications

Org .Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-HABITAT, is the United Nations agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The post is located in the Office of External Relations within the Office of the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, the incumbent’s responsibilities will be 1. Management: Provide leadership, exercising oversight and maintaining coherence in the implementation of the work programme linked to (I) the Secretariat to the Governing Council and World Urban Forum; (II) Resource Mobilization Unit and (III) Information Service Section, In coordination with the work carried out by other divisions, agencies and bodies of the United Nations system. Undertake and oversee the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Office, including preparations of budgets, reporting on budget/programme performance, evaluation of staff performance, staff recruitment, and preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting. Advisory support, direction and input to the implementation of the Medium Strategic and Institutional Plan (MTSIP). 2. Secretariat to the Governing Council/World Urban Forum: Provide leadership to the development of an innovative change management programme. Specifically, provide policy guidance on the development of UN-Habitat’s strategic plan and long-term programme of cooperation with other/UN organizations and agencies. Define broad strategies to promote and support policy advocacy activities and initiate and coordinate high level policy dialogues with governments; local authorities and other partners. Enhance UN-habitat’s relationship with governments and the Permanent Missions, establishing protocols and ensuring the appropriate platforms for inter-agency and inter-governmental cooperation/exchange towards the achievement of set goals and the identification of new initiatives. Provide overall direction for the effective function of the Committee of Permanent Representatives and its working bodies. 3. Information Services: Provide direction, management and coordination of the work of the Information Service Section to ensure high quality and consistency of the organization’s informational and promotional products and activities with the overall information policy. 4. Resource Mobilization: Participate in and contribute to the organization’s strategic vision and the resulting work programme. Coordinate global programmes, incorporating experience and information into the UN-habitat work programme, through the formulation, implementation and elaboration of a resource mobilization strategy to broaden the UN-habitat’s funding base. Oversee through coordination and monitoring of Un-HABITAT’s funding proposals and progress reports to donors with a view of identifying donor funding opportunities. Negotiate funding agreements with donors. Undertake any other duties as directed by the Executive Director.

Competencies

Professionalism: Expert knowledge and demonstrated ability in analyzing, interpreting, formulating and communication complex policy and strategic issues on a broad range of development areas. Demonstrated professional competence in the management of human budgetary resources. Ability to apply UN rules, regulations and procedures in work stations.

Client Orientation: Ability to identify clients’ needs and propose appropriate solutions as well as establish and maintain effective relationships with outside collaborators and other contacts, including representations of Member States and the public.

Communication: Ability to defend and explain difficult issues with respect to key decisions and positions to staff, senior officials and members of intergovernmental bodies.

Leadership: Proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives and drives for change and improvement. Ability to effectively lead, mentor, develop and evaluate staff. Provides leadership and takes responsibilities for incorporating gender and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Vision: Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue the same direction. Clearly communicates links between the organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics, social sciences or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in policy and operational work on development issues required. Experience in inter-agency coordination required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language will be an advantage.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restriction on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Assessment Method

Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Staff members are subjected to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided.

If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please send an email to recruitment@unon.org, quoting the job opening number in the subject header of your email.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNTIED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Job Title: Assistant System Administrator

Reports To: System Administrator

Scale: KIA 6

Division: Finance and Administration

Section: Information Communication Technology

Job Profile:

The Assistant Systems Administrator performs technical work installing, operating and providing second level support for local and wide area networks, personal computers as well as undertaking general tasks which will promote the use of ICT across the institute.

Duties and Responsibilities

Install and administer network servers, workstations, and other equipment utilizing UNIX based and Windows based operating systems.Install, configure, and maintain Servers, Personal Computers, workstations and network attached devices.Plan and implement network security, including building firewalls, applying cryptography to network applications, managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users.Maintain corporate Anti-virus protection on servers & desktop as well as e-mail gateways.Maintain corporate e-mail system, planning for growth & expansion and performing routine system maintenance.Competencies Skills and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering or equivalent, and a minimum of six (6) years experience in a busy computing environment.Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or above is requiredIn depth experience with Mail Messaging Systems – Novel / Linux based.Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) will be an added advantage.Job Title: ICT Technician

Reports To: System Administrator

Scale: KIA 7

Division: Finance and Administration

Section: ICT

Job Profile:

The ICT Technician will be responsible for general maintenance of defined computer equipment and for the resolution of identified technical problems, as well as undertaking general tasks which will promote the use of ICT across the institute.

Duties and Responsibilities

The suitable person shall;

Provide professional ICT Support service to staff and institute’s ICT users.Act as first point of contact for all ICT service users, updating the IT support staff with changes to job status.Log all telephone calls, emails, memos, etc into the Service Desk system, accurately recording the information and updating as appropriate.Follow up on open calls/ticket and assess when a call/ticket can be classified as resolved.Install, configure, and maintain Multifunctional Photocopier, Print Servers, Personal Computers, workstations and network attached devices.Trouble shooting of the Multifunctional photocopying machine and ensuring that they are in good working condition.Competencies Skills and Experience

Should posses the following:

Minimum Advanced Diploma in Computer Engineering/Science from a recognized institution or Equivalent.Cisco IT Essentials or Discovery.Working knowledge of PC hardware, Windows 2003/XP/Vista.Working knowledge of Local Area Networks and messaging systems. Experience with Linux and MS Office will be an added advantageEmail your application to director@kia.ac.ke

Attach scanned copies of certificates and other testimonials. Hard copies should be sent to:

The Director/Chief Executive
Kenya Institute of Administration
P.O. Box 23030-00604
Lower Kabete
Nairobi

So as to reach not later than 5 p.m on 10th December 2010

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Title of Consultancy:HIV & AIDS Specialist Consultancy
Type of Contract:SSA – Special Service Agreement
Duration of the assignment:4 months
Duty station:Nairobi, with occasional travel to Somali
Expected places of travel:Somalia
Supervisor:Deputy Country Director (Programmes)
Anticipated presence at UNDP premises: Full Time Presence
Date of Issue:29th November 2010
Closing Date:3rd December 2010

II. Background and Objectives of the assignment

UNDP has been at the forefront globally and at country levels to contribute towards and support national responses to HIV & AIDS together with other development partners. In Somalia, UNDP has been actively involved in the HIV & AIDS response since 2004. UNDP’s main focus is to strengthen Governance of AIDS Responses which focus on 3 critical areas: i) Strengthening Governance Structures for the HIV responses, ii) Supporting Decentralisation of the HIV & AIDS response and iii) Strengthening Partnerships between government and civil society to help create an enabling environment to support the response to HIV & AIDS. This involves working with the media to help create an enabling environment and reduce stigma and discrimination, plus work to protect the rights of People Living with HIV & AIDS (PLHAs), women, and other vulnerable populations.

As per the scope of work below, this consultancy will support UNDP efforts to strengthen governance structures for the HIV response in Somalia and support partners that UNDP works with in Somaliland, Puntland and South Central. The position is based in Nairobi but will require some travel to the field.

To this end, UNDP Somalia is recruiting an HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist who will support all activities outlined in scope of work below.

III. Scope of work

1.Oversee the work of the HIV & AIDS Unit, which is carried out in South-Central Somalia, Puntland and Somaliland.
2.Provide Technical Assistance, as well as programmatic and operational support to three staff that work with the HIV Unit
3.Oversee implementation of Project Partnership Agreements UNDP HIV Unit has signed with partners. Support all project implementation, supported by UNDP HIV Unit
4.Ensure high quality programme management, tracking of progress and day to day coordination of HIV/AIDS project activities
5.Develop high quality reports are submitted to donors on programme implementation, in a timely manner
6.Prepare partnership agreements to be signed with partners as necessary e.g. Micro Capital Grants (MCGs) and Letters of Agreement (LOA)
7.In collaboration with the Programme Management Support Team (PMST) and operations team, follow up on payments to be made to all partners.
8.Travel to Somaliland and Puntland to meet with UNDP Partners and to participate in Quarterly Round 8 HIV & AIDS Coordination meetings, coordinated by UNICEF Somalia
9.Participate in HIV & AIDS Working Group meetings and IPTCS (Integrated Prevention Treatment Care and Support) meetings in Nairobi, plus any other meetings deemed necessary by the Deputy Country Director – Programme.

IV. Monitoring and Progress controls

The International Consultant will report to the Deputy Country Director – Programme on a monthly basis.

V. Final product/deliverable

1.Technical Advise provided to ensure the smooth implementation of all activities included in 12 partnership agreements UNDP has with partners in Somalia.
2.Media Strategy Workshop arranged with all Media Partners UNDP works with in Somalia and roll out of new initiatives supported and implemented
3.Oversee and support the work of all staff that work with UNDP HIV Unit
4.Additional partnership agreements signed as appropriate
5.Reports submitted to donors (Global Fund, IOM, UNHCR) in a timely manner
VI: Review/approval time

Not exceeding 10 working days

VII: Qualifications

(a) Competencies
•Able to take initiative to deliver required outputs and planned results, in a short time period;
•Excellent communication and relationship skills including ability to work as a team
•Evidence of ability to think strategically and solve problems;
•Excellent information technology skills, including word-processing, database applications, presentation software and Internet;
•Ability to communicate well in English
(b) Required Skills and Experience
•A Master’s Degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Anthropology, Education or Behavioural Sciences, Demography or Public Health
•The consultant should be an HIV & AIDS Specialist, with a minimum of 4 years experience working on HIV & AIDS
•Experience of working with a UN Agency on HIV & AIDS in Somalia will be a strong advantage
•Knowledge and experience of working with NGOs that focus on HIV & AIDS in Somalia desirable
•A working knowledge of UNDP systems, processes and procedures will be a strong advantage
•Completion of UN DSS Basic and Advanced Security training and SSAFE a distinct advantage
•Demonstrated experience in implementation work with Most At Risk Populations in Somalia a particular advantage
•Experience with working in a multi-cultural context will be much desired
•Strong inter-personal and coaching skills and experience.
The consultant will be located in Nairobi with occasional travel to Somalia

Applicants are required to fill a P11 Form and submit it together with Curriculum Vitae on the online application.

UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.

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