Call for Expression of Interest to Develop a toolkit on online safety and online ethics in East Africa

CIPESA seeks a short term consultant to develop a toolkit that is informed by the East Africa context, which shall be used in conducting trainings for journalists, bloggers and human rights defenders on online safety and responsible online behaviour. Please refer to the attached TORs for more details.

Parties interested should send their EOI to programmes@cipesa.org NOT LATER THAN January 14, 2014.

Find the TOR here https://drive.google.com/a/techmtaa.com/file/d/0B-xvWCbDdF6YSkdueW93NXU5d2VLLUt6bndVS0dyLUNZRllz/edit?usp=sharing 

VACANCY-CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVE

Bollore Africa Logistics is the leading integrated logistics network in Africa. 

We are a key player in port activity and a specialist in terrestrial transport as well as an expert in tailor-made logistics solutions.

An exciting and challenging career opportunity has arisen in our Airfreight Department. We invite applicants who are performance driven, possess excellent transferable skills and demonstrable track records of achievement in past roles.

Based in Nairobi and reporting to the Airfreight and Courier Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for the following key result areas:-
1. Prepare export documents
2. Check, verify and allocate supplier invoices for export
3. Coordinate air export shipment collection and delivery to the airport
4. Advise clients on the status of their shipments
5. Maintain export files
6. Bill customers
7. Prepare periodic airline return reports
8. Prepare periodic statistics for the department
9. Compile monthly payment reports for allocated accounts
10. Guide the sales team on preparing quotations to clients

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:-
• Diploma in Public Relations/Social Sciences
• Knowledge in IATA
• Must have at least 2 years experience in the Logistics industry in Customer Service and documentation.
• Be computer Literate
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Interested candidates should submit their applications and CV to Kenya.hr-recruit@bollore.com by 15th August 2013

VACANCY-WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR

We are the leading integrated logistics network in Africa. 

We are a key player in port activity and a specialist in terrestrial transport as well as an expert in tailor-made logistics solutions.

An exciting and challenging career opportunity has arisen in our Warehouse Department. We invite applicants who are performance driven, possess excellent transferable skills and demonstrable track records of achievement in past roles.
Based in Nairobi and reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for the following key result areas:-

1. Allocate equipment, warehouse space and personnel in accordance with warehouse managers planning schedule.
2. Conduct daily operations / toolbox meetings with relevant warehouse teams.
3. Conduct daily spot checks to ensure warehouse staff adhere to rules and procedures as published in the relevant operations SOP.
4. Co-ordinate inbound, storage and outbound activities of shipments in a timely and efficient manner.
5. Ensure correct stacking and storage procedures are adhered to as per SOP and warehouse manager instruction.
6. Perform monthly stock takes in accordance with SOP.
7. Issuing of gate passes and delivery notes per truck/activity
8. Preparation of manual goods receipt and dispatch notes.
9. Ensure that all QHSE regulations are complied with to ensure safe working conditions and practices within the warehouse and yard.
10. Ensure security procedures are adhered to as per SOP in warehouse at all times and perform daily checks for compliance.
11. Ensure that warehouse staff archives documentation correctly and in a timely manner.
12. Counter sign all stack cards, tally sheets and stock take sheets to ensure stock accuracy.
13. Maintain catalogue of all items with dimensions available from warehouse.
14. Provide reports as per warehouse manager /clients requirements.
15. Process receiving, discrepancy, and damage reports as needed.
16. Supervise permanent and casual staff in the warehouse to ensure there job activities are performed correctly.
17. Ensure warehouse cleanliness and that warehouse-cleaning roster is up to date all times.
18. Participate in budget development and exercise budgetary control over warehouse operations.
19. Evaluate complaints received on shipments of equipment and stock, and take appropriate action.

The applicant should possess the following qualifications:-
• Diploma in Procurement and Supply chain Managent
• Must have at least 2 years experience in Supply chain with specific focus on Warehousing
• Be computer Literate
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Interested candidates should submit their applications and CV to mulwa_felix@yahoo.com by 15th August 2013.

C# / ASP.NET Developer Job in Kenya

TopNotch Business Solutions is an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Company in Kenya, with head office in Nairobi.

We specialize in training, customization and support of Microsoft Dynamics Navision and Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) as well as other Dynamics products like CRM and RMS

Job Title: C# / ASP.NET  Developer

Responsibilities

• Build new systems with .NET 4.0 / ASP.NET / VB.NET / SQL Server/ WCF Web Services / WCFData Services.
• Develop new functionality on our existing software products.
• Assist in the testing of in-development projects.
• Participate in a small, experienced, energetic team on a rapid, agile development schedule.
• All other responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent subject
• At least 1 years’ experience; in a busy fast paced environment

Required Skills and Abilities:

• An expert in C#/ ASP.NET
• Experience in SQL server 2008/2012
• Worked with frameworks (4.5, 4.0, 3.5 and 2.0)
• Multitier architecture and the technologies associated with it (Windows Communication Foundation, Web services, SOAP)
• Relational Databases (MSSQL, Oracle) (queries, design and normalization)
• Use and best practices for source control systems (CVS / SubVersion / Clear Case / TFS)
• Excellent System development and documentation skills

Required Traits

• Must be able to stay on top of advancing internet and computer technology and its effects to the business environment
• Must be thorough and precise in their work
• Ability to work individually or in a team to beat tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt and pick up new techniques and technology
• Creative mind, complex problem solver;
• Fluent English

MUST be available to start immediately.

Mode of Application:

Submit your CV before 30/04/2013 to topnotchbusinesssolution@hotmail.com

or you can write to us

Topnotch Business Solutions Ltd
Krishna Mansion Bulding, 2nd Floor
P.O Box 19665 00100 

Nairobi.

Tel: 0723924692/0714205980

Chief Accountant Job in Nairobi

A Nairobi based Company has a vacancy for a chief accountant.

Requirements & Job Responsibilities:-

Minimum qualification of ACCA / CPA, part II.

Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar senior position.

Must be well conversed with the corporate and statutory regulations.

Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office), knowledge in accounting packages will be an advantage, especially Tally.

Review of the daily financial transactions.

Must be able to monitor daily petty cash expenses.

Must be able to reconcile general ledger accounts, when need arises.

Must be able to prepare working papers and schedules for external auditors.

Must be between 30 to 40 years of age.

Well conversed with English, Gujarati and Hindi language.

Be available to join immediately, if selected.

Email CV to narmin.shivji@crescent.co.ke

Creative Director Job in Kenya

Job Title: Creative Director
 

Job Role
 

In addition to supervisory and management functions like training, hiring and evaluating creative staff, the creative director will interact with other agency departments to maintain communication and client satisfaction. 

The creative director will attend planning meetings and makes presentations to agency staff and clients to decide the strategic and creative direction of company advertising campaign.

The incumbent must have superior understanding of film, editing and advertising principles.

The creative director will plan and implement budgets to ensure both quality and efficiency, and establish schedules on short- and long-term projects.
 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Directing the creative function so that the environment, culture, team, capabilities, tools, processes, expectations, work style and other elements support the strategic goals and brand of the company
• Ensuring that the creative function operates in an efficient, profitable manner
• Ensuring that our creative product remains leading edge and ahead of our competition
• Ensuring that our high quality of creative and production is upheld, maintaining consistently high standards for him/herself and others on the team
• Delivering strategic communication solutions that help our clients attain their objectives
• Collaborating and contributing to the creative process as a leader of a creative team, and as a member of the account team
• Co-leading the unified creative/account management process in order to execute on client projects
• Writing and presenting cohesive and persuasive rationales for campaign approaches
• Leading the unified process of marketing/concept/design and interactive/web/video/motion graphics and post-production execution
• Ensuring the professional development and readiness of the creative team
• Managing the evolution of the agency’s technology needs and marketing technology and digital marketing capabilities.
• The creative director is responsible for translating the company’s marketing objectives into creative strategies and designs.
• The creative director must understand the company’s needs and current market conditions in order to develop successful creative campaigns.
• Oversees a number of staff such as graphic designers and copywriters. As a team, they write, design, pitch, propose and implement creative projects to meet a company’s marketing needs.
• Managing creative staff; overseeing vendors, photographers, printers and freelancers;
• Working with account executives to ensure clients’ needs are met;
• Leading brainstorming sessions; meeting with team members; conceptualizing ideas; and assigning projects to staff.

Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, art, communications or related field.
• In addition, 3-5 years experience in design, brand development and project management
• Extensive knowledge of graphic fundamentals, print and web capabilities and a superior understanding of film, editing and advertising principles.

Skills

• The ability to multitask and to effectively lead a creative team, listening skills,
• Project management skills, strong persuasion and presentation skills
• The ability to give creative direction and follow projects to completion

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@creatingvalue.co.ke before end of day 21 April 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Head of Operations Job in Nairobi

Position: Head of Operations

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Cleaning

Our client seeks a qualified Head of Operations to implement company policies and to provide leadership to the operations staff, ensuring that they share and reflect the company’s mission, values and aspiration.

We are looking for an individual who has worked at a senior management level and must have foresight, management focus and a firm grasp of the operational realities of the cleaning industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership to the Department in fulfilling its mission as determined by the Board.
• Ensure that the Board is fully engaged in all strategic decisions which affect the Department and implement the decisions of the Board.
• As the Accounting Officer for the Department, ensure that the Board is advised if its actions or policies are compatible with the financial plans, with the Department’s financial regulations and procedures.
• Organize, direct and manage the Department and lead the staff, providing inspiring and motivating leadership to the operations team
• Promote discipline and good conduct and encourage commitment of staff, leading by example.
• Contribute to the training & development of staff to ensure the effective implementation of policies and systems agreed by the senior management team.
• Prepare annual estimates of expenditure for consideration and approval by the Board and manage the budget and resources within the estimates approved by the Board.
• Ensure that there is proper and effective operation of financial, planning and management controls.
• Co-operate with colleagues in the senior management team to ensure that the Department offers the highest quality service to its clients and foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Develop and maintain quality standards appropriate and consistent with the company’s quality policy.

Qualifications/experience

• A Degree in Business administration/management or a related field from a recognized institution
• A master’s degree and a diploma in hotel management or housekeeping and laundry will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in a recognized institution in a senior management position.
• Track record of achievements in previous engagements with excellent knowledge of the rules governing higher education
• Good leadership skills and business acumen

If you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 25th April, 2013.

Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

ICRC - Senior Medical Purchaser Job

Employment Opportunity
 

Senior Medical Purchaser
 

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
 

The ICRC Regional Logistic Centre in Nairobi (Industrial Area) is seeking an experienced & highly motivated individual to fill the position of Senior Medical Purchaser.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all medical purchases including drugs, renewables, equipment and devices;
• Source for appropriate suppliers and make recommendations for finalization of purchases and award of contracts in accordance with ICRC standards, regulations and procedures; organize and manage medical tenders;
• Ensure that Medical Emergency stock is at the required level; control and discourage accumulation, obsolescence and expiry of stock;
• In cooperation with the Head Pharmacist, ensure periodical suppliers assessment and evaluation, confirming quality of production lines (GMP/GDP),availability of warehousing facilities and stocks;
• Maintain and update supplier’s database, products library, documentation and sample collection of all medical items;
• Responsible for statistical reporting and presentation of the sub-unit activities to the Head of purchasing;
• Conduct market survey and keep abreast of market developments and availability of goods and services, evaluate and recommend potential new sources of supply for inclusion in the procurement database;
• Maintain contacts with the field for technical advise, ensure exchange of views in regard to purchasing procedures, standard item selection, quality assurance as well as specifications for new products and equipment in the market;
• Provide support to the region through electronic communication and site visits;
• Liaise with other units within the supply chain securing finances, appropriate import-export procedures, transfer, warehousing and reporting of purchased items.

Minimum Requirements:

• Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biomedical Engineering (asset), nursing or pharmacy from a recognized university;
• Certificate in purchasing or business administration is an asset
• At least 4 years in purchasing and supply of drugs, medical renewables, medical equipment and medical devices;
• Must have good knowledge of MOH policies and national and international drug laws and policies;
• Computer Literate;
• Previous working experience with NGO’s, hospital, Medical Logistics service providers and procurement of biomedical devices is an asset;

The Profile: Good analytical skills, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to work in a team, flexible and open minded, good leadership skills, ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision, Good communication skills

Interested persons with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to Human Resources Office on the address or e-mail below, on or before 29th April 2013. 

Please include a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
 

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

International Committee of the Red Cross, 

Logistics Centre, 

P.O. Box 34071, 

Nairobi, 00100(GPO), 

Kenya

E-mail: lon_hr@icrc.org

Cargill Kenya - Commercial Manager and Commodity Analyst Jobs

Cargill Kenya is part of Cargill Incorporated in the USA and has been active in Kenya since 1985.

Our Mombasa-based tea operation is currently the largest tea exporter from Kenya; and we wish to expand our business interests into grain and oilseeds origination. Founded in 1865, Cargill is a privately held company and employs 142,000 people in 65 countries.

Cargill is a unique place to grow your career, your experience and your abilities. Everyday, we grow our reputation as a leading international producer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. We take pride in our global reach, ability to contribute and strong work ethics and values. 

Discover how we can be Better Together at www.cargill.com. 

Cargill is seeking to recruit experienced and exceptional individuals to fill the following positions:
 

Commercial Manager

Ref: CM - 04/ 13
 

This position is accountable for developing and implementing a strategy to establish a viable grain and oilseeds origination and distribution business in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

The Commercial Manager will be based in Kenya but will need to travel across this geography.
 

Principle accountabilities:

• Understand the grain trade flows (local, imports, exports) and build relationships with key players;
• Map the opportunities in East Africa; and
• Build a sustainable grain and oilseeds business across East Africa.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or a related field. A Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the grain business in either farming, commercialization, distribution or processing;
• Experience in leading a commercial business with profit and loss accountability;
• Strong knowledge of East African grain production, trade and consumption; and
• Strong business acumen, analytical skills and networking skills.

Commodity Analyst

Ref: CA - 04/13
 

As a member of the Global Trading Analytics (GTA) team, this position will focus on building and expanding the company’s agricultural supply and demand forecasting and monitoring capabilities in Africa. 

The position will focus on multiple countries and commodities within the region. Supply and demand forecasts will consist of both short-term (less than 1 year) trade-able insights, long-term (1-5 year) strategic insights and longer-term (5+ year) potential suitability of agricultural expansion and/or intensification.

Principle accountabilities:

• Analyze, gain a deep understanding of and forecast crop production for various agricultural related crops in Africa;
• Conduct crop trips and develop internal networks to help with African crop forecasting and communicate these forecasts to local and international trading teams;
• Develop an understanding of and begin to forecast agricultural demand changes in the Sub-Saharan region. This will include analysis of feed, food and industrial uses of agricultural products; and
• Analyze agricultural suitability and potential for different crop mixes under various scenarios.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, statistics, economics or related field;
• Master’s degree in agronomy, statistics, economics or related field. A mix of at least 2 of the 3 disciplines will be preferred;
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience analyzing and forecasting Sub-Saharan crop production and agricultural commodity markets;
• Clear understanding of global food trends and markets with field experience e.g. scouting and experiment design;
• High level of creativity and ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision;
• Ability to handle and manipulate large sets of data; and
• Strong statistical modeling and IT skills (Excel, Eviews or other modeling software, databases).

If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match any of these exciting roles, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, current remuneration level, email, telephone contacts and the reference number for the position applied for to reach us on or before 3 May 2013 addressed to:
 

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Waiyaki Way
Westlands, 

Nairobi Kenya
 

Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke

Tel: +254 20 423 0000

Kenya Red Cross Society - Regional Nutrition Officers Vacancies

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in Kenya. Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

The Society is looking for qualified persons to fill the following positions:
 

Position Title: Regional Nutrition Officer 

(6 Positions)
 

Reporting to: Assistant Secretary General
 

Job Location: West Kenya, Nairobi & Lower Eastern, North Eastern , Coast, Upper Eastern & Central, and South &North Rift Valley
 

Overall Purpose
 

Responsible to the Assistant Secretary General working closely with the Nutrition Advisor, for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating community-based nutrition programmes to address persistently high levels of acute and chronic malnutrition, support integration of nutrition actions in emergency preparedness and response, food and livelihood security as well as support generation of knowledge and documentation of best practices in the field of public health nutrition.

The strategy is to develop and deliver an integrated nutrition resilience framework for intervention execution focusing on partnerships, advocacy, behaviour and attitude change manifested in the application of optimal nutrition practices across the life cycle prior to, during and after emergencies.

Summary of Job Description:
 

Program Management and Reporting: Develop region specific integration models that allow for systematic and coordinated in- cooperation of nutrition in project formulation, implementation, reporting/ documenting, monitoring and evaluation across all KRCS disaster management and long term programmes.
 

Human Resource Management: Supervise, monitor nutrition project staff performance, offer mentorship, support staff in preparation of their performance objectives and determine personnel needs for field-level nutrition activities
 

Grants Management: Ensure adherence to budgets by reviewing expenditures, spending patterns, preparing cash forecasts based on planned activities, and ensure tracking and reporting on nutrition supplies.
 

Partnerships and Networking: Map out stakeholders in the public and private sectors in each of the regions towards supporting advocacy efforts aimed at scaling up nutrition in the regions, Support development of county emergency nutrition preparedness plans and action plans and attend partnership meetings and forums at regional level

Key Competencies
 

Required Qualifications:

• BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent qualifications
• Knowledge of national and international minimum standards in health program service delivery (MOH, SPHERE, WHO standards)
• Practical experience in planning, implementation and management of public health nutrition programmes
• Proven practical experience in partnership engagement and management
• Previous proposal development experience (including log frames), and M&E
• Computer literacy with possible advanced word processing, spread sheet, and relevant health software skills ( ENA for SMART, SPSS ) Additional training in IMAM and IYCF is a requirement

Required Experience & Competencies:

• At least 3-4 years’ experience working in complex, multifaceted, health and nutrition program with an added advantage for candidates with emergency response experience
• Previous recruitment, performance monitoring and team training experience
• Previous experience in documentation of lessons learnt, as well conducting health and nutrition surveys and ability to work under pressure.

Applications must contain:
 

Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of three referees.
 

All applications should be sent to:
 

The Secretary General,
Kenya Red Cross Society,
P. O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi
 

(So as to reach him not later than Tuesday, 30th April 2013)

International School of Kenya - Clerk of Works Job

The International School of Kenya is seeking a Clerk of Works. 

The Clerk of Works has overall responsibility for the monitoring of work and materials used in the construction of the Elementary Complex, Faculty Housing and Operations Complex and ensuring the quality of materials and workmanship.
 

The duration of the contract is May 15, 2013 to August 30, 2014.
 

Interested candidates should send their CV, letter of interest, references or reference contacts to no later than April 25, 2013.

For more information concerning the position, visit the ISK website at www.isk.ac.ke.

Project Manager Job Vacancy

The International School of Kenya is seeking a Project Manager for a US$ 14M construction project. 

The completion period is 18 months, beginning immediately.

The Project Manager has overall responsibility for the planning, management, coordination and financial control of Phase II of ISK’s Facilities Master Plan, and will work closely with a range of professionals during the contract process. It will be within the Project Manager’s responsibility to see that the school’s wishes are adhered to and that the project is completed within the budget agreed. 

The Project Manager will develop full-scale project plans including identification, proposal formulation, planning, budgeting, implementation, evaluation and report writing. 

The Project Manager reports to the Business Manager.

Interested candidates should send their CV, letter of interest, references or reference contacts to no later than May 3, 2013.

For more information concerning the position, visit the ISK website at www.isk.ac.ke and click on the link for Project Manager.

Del Monte Kenya - Crane Driver / Operator Vacancy

Del Monte Kenya Limited located in Thika – Kenya is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and fruit juice beverages. 

As part of our commitment to meeting our performance objectives, we are looking for a top class individual to fill a vacant position in Warehouse Section – Production Department.

Position: Crane Driver / Operator
 

The Job
 

Reports to the Warehouse Supervisor.
 

The Person
 

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:-

• Minimum of O’level Certificate C- or equivalent.
• Driving Licence Class BCE and special class (Top loader/crane) stamp.
• Top Loader Operator’s Certificate or Plant Operator’s Top Loader Certificate and a stamp from a DOHSS recognised institution.
• A Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Experience > 3 years in a busy container depot.
• Aged between 25 – 35 years.
• High standards of ethics and values.

Applications:
 

Interested candidates should send Application letter and CV ONLY to the addresses shown below indicating Telephone/Mobile contacts. 

These must be received not later than Friday 03rd May, 2013.
 

Send your application to:
 

The Human Resources Manager
Del Monte Kenya Limited
P O Box 147
Thika – 01000
 

Email: hrkenya@freshdelmonte.com

Land O’Lakes - Internal Audit Manager

Land O’Lakes seeks a seasoned internal audit manager with a minimum of 10 years of prior audit experience to support its international development division. 

The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will include up to 40% international travel. 

This position will conduct financial, operational and compliance audits for donor funded projects. 

These audits will be conducted by traveling to the field project sites and through desk audits. 

This position will be responsible for assisting Land O’Lakes in setting up an internal audit function within its International Development Division.
 

This position will also ensure that project spending is in compliance with USAID rules and other donor regulations. 

This position will also conduct operational audits to ensure that the project is adhering to the established internal controls as well as established internal policies and procedures. 

This position will be required to draft internal audit reports which assess compliance with donor rules and regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

• University level academic qualification in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Professional qualification in internal auditing, Accounting or Financial Management (CIA, CPA, or ACCA)
• Information Systems Auditing qualifications (CISA, CISM or equivalent are highly desirable)
• Experience in auditing is a pre-requisite with at least 5 years total experience in planning, conducting and reporting on audits and investigations.
• Prior audit experience with a U.S. government funded projects.
• Sound knowledge of internal and risk management frameworks and concepts.
• Good understanding of the ethical framework for internal auditors in relations to work places.
• Very good skills in written and verbal communication in English.
• Should have proven ability to prepare and present clear, logical and succinct written reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Very good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural environment.

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to recruit.kenya@idd.landolakes.com not later than 3rd May 2013.

Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) Director Job in Kisumu

NRHS seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Director.

The Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu dedicated to improving reproductive health of men and women. 

NRHS has several projects researching on HIV prevention; it runs support groups for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) and most-at-risk populations (MARPs), and is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention in various parts of Nyanza.

Job Title: Director
 

Location: Kisumu
 

Reporting to: Board of Directors
 

Job Description:
 

The successful candidate will be based at the NRHS Headquarters in Kisumu, Kenya. 

He/she will provide leadership and guidance for all NRHS programs. 

The Director will be the Principal Investigator on several grants including; Centers for Disease control and Prevention / President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (CDC/PEPFAR), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF). 

The Director will work closely with other project technical officers and counterparts from the Ministry of Health and other voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) implementing partners. 

He/she will also offer technical support for the MARPs project.

• Overall responsibility for effective management of projects to meet objectives and timelines in accordance with NRHS and donor principles, policies and procedures.
• Ensure NRHS administrative, financial and logistical systems/procedures are adhered to, reports are comprehensive and on time, and that NRHS complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Represent NRHS to the board, donors, provincial and national health authorities, non-governmental organization (NGOs), networks and other parties as necessary.
• Prepare accurate, timely and innovative project proposals.

Desired Qualification & Experience:

• Master of Public Health (MPH) or equivalent.
• At least five year post-qualification experience managing large HIV/AIDS projects; experience in the roll-out of VMMC is an added advantage.
• Experience working for United States Government (USG) funded projects is desired.
• Experience working within the Kenyan health system and with key Ministry of Health (MoH) structures.
• Excellent computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft office, report writing and budgeting experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Experience with research and in writing research grant proposals.

Applications should include:

• A cover letter detailing current work, prior experience and qualifications in the areas described above, telephone and e-mail contacts.
• A current CV.
• Names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least 3 professional referees.

Apply via email to humanresources@nrhskenya.org with the job title ‘Director’ on the subject line. 

The application deadline is May 19th 2013

Crime and Criminal Justice Initiative Program Officer Job

Crime and Criminal Justice Initiative
 

Search Closes: May 4, 2013
 

To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@osiea.org
 

The Open Society Foundations (OSF) works globally to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens.
 

OSIEA seeks a program officer to lead the crime prevention and criminal justice initiative in Kenya. 

The position reports to the OSIEA Kenya programme manager as well as the directors of OSF’s Confronting Violent Crime Initiative and Human Rights Initiative.
 

Responsibilities

• Work closely with key stakeholders in Kenya to help develop and implement comprehensive violence prevention and criminal justice transformation strategies.
• Endeavor to develop linkages among groups working on violence prevention and on criminal justice reform and to connect them to expertise in the field; assist groups to see their work as complementary and to think strategically about potential collaboration.
• Design grant-making and advocacy strategies to advance the programs: Work closely with grantees to develop their vision for criminal justice reform and violence prevention in Kenya, assist grantees to make clear connections between this vision and the activities they undertake to achieve it solicit and evaluate grant proposals, and follow-up with grantees and potential grantees, supervise related consultancies.
• Review grant proposals and prepare written grant recommendations and monitor grants through site visits, ongoing conversations and the review of narrative and financial report in order to track impact and evaluate program strategies and projects.
• Create opportunities for grantees to convene and share strategies; encourage the development of collaborative projects and information sharing, as appropriate.
• Help grantees to collect data and information from their activities which can be used to bolster advocacy, modify project plans and measure impact.
• Coordinate and/or attend meetings, conferences; create partnerships and networks both among civil society partners and within the Open Society Foundations to advance program goals.
• Compile and disseminate information on violence prevention and criminal justice reform best practices as well as the efforts of other donors in these areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience working on violence prevention and/or criminal justice issues
• Substantive knowledge of Kenya and justice sector reform efforts
• Experience working with international crime prevention programs, criminal justice reform initiatives, and/or with local and national government agencies a plus
• Expertise in NGO capacity building and evaluation
• Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
• Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Advanced degree in relevant area of study

For more information: www.soros.org
 

Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package
 

No phone calls, please. 

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Chief Accountants Career Opportunities

Exciting Career Opportunities

Chief Accountants
 

Our Client is a Group of Companies involved in the manufacture of fast moving goods, infrastructure development and property development, with operations in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa.

 To support its growth strategies, our client is seeking to recruit dynamic, highly driven and result oriented individuals to fill various vacancies at a Chief Accountant level. 

The positions will be based in Kenya and will report to the Group Financial Controller.
 

Specific responsibilities for each of the roles will include:
 

1. Property Development

Ref: CAPD/05/2013

• Ensuring sound financial management of property projects;
• Negotiating and obtaining financing for major projects;
• In liaison with the user departments, provide input on tender costing and administration of the same;
• Preparing and monitoring project budgets; and
• Championing capital budgets and financial appraisals of all projects and investments.

2. Infrastructure Development

Ref: CAID/05/2013

• Ensuring sound financial management of infrastructure projects;
• Advising the procurement department on appropriate local and overseas procurement requirements;
• In liaison with the user departments, provide input on tender costing and administration of the same;
• Preparing and monitoring infrastructure budgets; and
• Championing capital budgets and financial appraisals of all infrastructure projects and investments.

3. Manufacturing 

Ref: CAM/05/2013

• Costing of products to ensure accurate pricing and variance monitoring.
• Ensuring that plant and equipment maintenance costs incurred are allocated appropriately.

Other roles and responsibilities applicable to all three positions will include:

• Developing and implementing sound internal controls, accounting procedures, ensuring compliance to IFRS, financial policies and statutory regulations;
• Formulating costing and revenue policies and systems to ensure accounting of all costs incurred and revenue collected;
• Continuously developing and improving credit policies and procedures and spearheading the implementation of the same;
• Managing the preparation of monthly financial statements and tax returns for the organisation as per set requirements, procedures and standards;
• Consolidating financial accounts;
• Coordinating the preparation of annual budgets and compiling the final budget reports;
• Coordinating internal and external audits, preparation of supporting schedules and following up on timely implementation of audit recommendations;
• Analysing and interpreting business results to improve internal controls and report on key performance criteria;
• Closely maintaining and monitoring the fixed assets system and coordinating monthly stock take;
• Ensuring tax compliance and efficient tax planning;
• Preparing cash flow statements and ensuring timely payments as per company policy;
• Continuously monitoring financial risks and coming up with appropriate mitigation measures;
• Managing inter-company accounts;
• Handling multi-currency accounts and international banking; and
• Managing and motivating a team of Accountants to achieve the departmental objectives.

Skills and Attributes

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Business, Economics or Finance from a recognized institution.
• A fully qualified Accountant (ACCA/CPA–K).
• A Masters degree in Finance, Economics or Business Administration will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years’ finance and accounting experience, 3 of which should be in the specific area applied for i.e. either property development, infrastructure development or manufacturing.
• Proven working experience with ERP systems.
• Experience in Audit would be an added advantage.

If you believe your career objectives match these career opportunities, please forward your application with a detailed cover letter and CV stating your current position, remuneration, names and contact details of three referees and quoting the relevant reference number for the position applied for by 3 May 2013 to:
 

The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place, Waiyaki Way, Muthangari
P O Box 40092 00100 

Nairobi

E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.ke

Consolidated Bank of Kenya - Chief Executive Officer Job

The Board of Directors of Consolidated Bank of Kenya Limited wishes to recruit a Chief Executive Officer.
 

The Chief Executive Officer should be a high caliber, results oriented and self driven professional who will be expected to spearhead growth and diversification strategies to accelerate profits and shareholder value.
 

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
 

Job Profile

• Implementing the Board’s policy decisions in a result oriented and timely manner to achieve the Bank’s vision, mission, goals and objectives through agreed performance targets.
• Implement the Bank’s strategic plan with reviews to realign the plan to contemporary changing situations.
• Ensure first class customer service driven through people, ICT and continuous service research and innovation.
• Ensure continuous product innovation and diversification covering a diverse customer range including individuals, retail SME’s and corporate clients.
• Continuously monitoring economic, business regulatory and other related trends to determine their potential impact on plans and operations of the Bank and initiating the necessary logistical steps.
• Forge strategic alliances with key stakeholders designed to market mutually beneficial and profitable products and services.
• Judicious cost management and cost containment without hampering growth.
• Prudent investment and risk mitigation strategies.
• Staff motivation and development to ensure retention of highly motivated and committed human capital.

Person Profile

• Masters degree and any other relevant qualifications.
• Senior business leadership training will be an added advantage.
• Possess a minimum of 10 years senior management experience, the last 5 of which should be in banking and or financial institutions.
• Should have extensive industry knowledge of the financial sector, excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with highly demonstrable competencies in building shared vision, championing customer focus and managing people in a multi-cultural environment.
• Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity.
• Should possess good knowledge of ethics, governance and operations of boards.
• Should be a member of a relevant professional body.

The position offers a competitive remuneration package.

Applications
 

Interested candidates should send their applications, curriculum vitae, accompanying copies of certificates and testimonials to the following address:
 

The Chairman
Consolidated Bank of Kenya Limited
Consolidated Bank Building
23 Koinange Street
P.O. Box 51133- 00200-City Square, 

Nairobi
 

Kindly quote the reference No. CBKL/EXEC/001/2013 on the envelope.
 

If delivery is by hand or courier, the addressed application should be delivered to the Consolidated Bank Head Office reception located on 6th Floor of Consolidated Bank Building 23 Koinange Street.
 

Applications should include telephone Number(s), names and addresses of three referees together with details of current or past remuneration.
 

Applications should reach us on or before 2nd May 2013.