Matungulu Kangundo Water & Sewerage Company - Managing Director Job in Kenya

Matungulu Kangundo Water & Sewerage Company Limited is a Public Company appointed by Tanathi Water Services Board as a Water Service Provider under section 55c) of the Water Act 2002. 

The Company is now seeking to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position ofManaging Director.

Reporting to the Company Board of Directors the successful candidate will ensure that the operation of the Water Service provider are commercially run and maintain the assets of the company for services delivery.

Duties

• Advising the Board on performance of the company in regard to objectives, targets and policies as they affect operations of the company.
• Ensure formulation and implementation of the company's plans, strategies to ensure profitable operation.
• Cultivating and encouraging a productivity culture of results in the company.
• Ensure effective mobilisation and utilisation of resources.
• Effectively promote a positive image of the company.

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum experience of three (3) years in Water affair in a senior position.
• In depth knowledge of water sector reforms.
• Knowledge of financial matters and experience ¡n a similar position will be an added advantage.

Interested Kenyan citizen who meet the above job requirement should forward their applications enclosing copies of the following ;-

1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae including telephone contacts, e-mail address, current position and remunerations.
2. Academic, Professional certificates and testimonials.
3. Names and contacts of three referees.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualifications.
 

Managing Director
Matungulu Kangundo Water & Sewerage Company
P.O. Box 561-90131, 

Tala
 

To reach him on or before 26/0412013

Chief Executive Officer - Institute for Youth Development of South Africa (IYDSA)

Opportunity closing date: 

 Thursday, January 31, 2013

Opportunity type: 

 Employment

The Institute for Youth Development of South Africa (IYDSA) in support of the South African Department of Health in achieving its goals for the scale up of quality services for the management of HIV/AIDS in the Primary Health Care sector has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced person for Chief Executive Officer position in the Eastern Cape. The job incumbent will be based in East London and will include extensive travelling throughout South Africa.

The remuneration package will be competitive and market-related plus competitive employment benefits.

The appointee will be accountable to the IYDSA Board of Directors.
 
Key Performance Areas:

• Strategic planning and operational management to lead the organisation;
• Effective human resources management and staff development;
• Relationships management, policy formation and implementation;
• Sound corporate governance standards maintenance;
• Financial management discipline.

Educational Qualifications:

Suitable undergraduate business degree with postgraduate qualification (such as MBA). Medical background will be an advantage.

Experience Required:

• Have a relevant Management qualification, a strong level of Executive experience( within the CSI /Nonprofit environment will be an advantage);
• Proven record of programme management would be a strong advantage.

Skills Requirements/Competencies:

• Track record of success in strategic planning and operational management;
• Strong visionary leadership to lead the organisation to achieve goals while providing quality service;
• Sound commercial/business knowledge and background;
• Ability to create an effective and supportive work culture;
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills;
• Skills and experience in policy formation and implementation;
• Project management and implementation to conclusion skills;
• High level management skills. Experience in working in a South African public health environment and interacting with government and statutory bodies may be an advantage;
• A record of successful leadership through periods of rapid growth and/or organisational change;
• Willingness to travel extensively in South Africa.

Interested applicants must e-mail CVs together with copies of qualifications and application letter to fuyani@iydsa.co.za.

Assumption of duty: ASAP

NB. Communication will only be with shortlisted candidates.

Chief Executive Officer - Animal Welfare NGO

Chief Executive Officer - Animal Welfare NGO

Opportunity type: 

 Employment

This well-established national, service driven animal welfare organisation is seeking to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer, based in Cape Town, to grow the organisation to a new level.

Your background should be from within the nonprofit sector and will include:

• Donor development and fundraising, and be able to manage a team in driving fundraising and marketing to a new level;
• Marketing and Public Image management;
• Strong networking capacity within the donor market and ability to identify new sources of opportunity;
• Sound financial controls, planning and budgeting;
• Ensuring adherence to policies and organisation structures;
• Oversight of Operations, Human Resources and Hospital Units, through a team of managers.

The role will demand that the successful candidate has passion for animal welfare, combined with the sound managerial expertise and a proven successful record of managing a nonprofit operation to ensure the sustainability of this organisation in the future.
 
If you meet the above requirements, please send a CV, giving current income package to Pat Stewart at pat@anchorexec.co.za.

KIPI Deputy Managing Director, Technical Services Job in Kenya

The Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Industrialization established under the Industrial Property Act 2001 to administer and promote industrial property rights (IPRs) in Kenya. 

Its main functions include registration of patents, trademarks, industrial designs, utility models and technovations; promotion of innovative and inventive activities; dissemination of IP information to the public, screening of technology transfer agreements and licenses and offering of training in IPR.
 

The Institute wishes to recruit staff to fill the following post:

Deputy Managing Director, Technical Services 

Grade KP2 

Ref No. 1

1 Position
 

Qualifications / Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or any other relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• A Masters degree in the area of specialization or in Intellectual Property from a recognized university.
• Served successfully for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Chief Patent Examiner or Chief Trade Marks Examiner.
• Extensive knowledge and professional experience at national, regional and international levels for ten (10) years in the field of intellectual property.
• Proven ability in the management and supervision of a large number of technical staff.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Overseeing the formulation and implementation of policy concerning the development of industrial property rights in Kenya.
• Efficient and effective organization, direction, administration, management and coordination of activities and programmes in the department.
• Overseeing the development of departmental programmes and estimates.
• Coordinating monitoring and evaluation of departmental programmes and activities.
• Overseeing the provision of industrial property information to the public.
• Liaising with international intellectual property organisations to promote industrial property protection in Kenya.
• Overseeing the provision of information and documentation services to the Institute.
• Ensuring attainment of departmental performance targets.
• Overseeing the provision of library and registry services to the Institute.
• Overseeing publication activities of the Institute.
• Overseeing provision of patent and Trade Mark services; and
• Any other lawful duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Note: Canvassing, lobbying or reasonable suspicion for canvassing or lobbying for any position shall lead to automatic disqualification.
 

Interested applicants should send their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vita highlighting academic qualifications and relevant experience and attach copies of relevant academic/professional certificates and testimonials. 

Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) is an equal opportunity employer.
 

Applications should be marked REF. No…… and submitted to the address below by 28th September 2012.
 

The Managing Director
Kenya Industrial Property Institute
P. O. Box 51648 – 00200
Nairobi

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Chief Executive Officer / Board Secretary Job Re-Advertisement

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is a state corporation whose mandate is to source funds and provide loans, scholarships and bursaries to Kenyans studying in recognized institutions of higher learning in the East African region.
 

The Board has a loan portfolio of more than KSh. 30 billion and this is expected to increase significantly in the next five years in line with the planned expansion of higher education in the country.
 

As part of its growth and transformation strategy, the Board seeks to recruit a visionary and energetic professional for the position ofChief Executive Officer / Board Secretary and is, accordingly, inviting applications from qualified Kenyan citizens for this position.
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Board, the CEO is expected to lead a team of professionals by:-

• Providing an innovative and pragmatic leadership in the financing of a dynamic and fast growing higher education sector;
• Developing strategies and partnerships that will promote and enhance the role of HELB in effective delivery of its statutory mandate;
• Ensuring compliance with the constitutional and public financial management requirements through prudent management of all the resources of the Board;
• Leading and motivating a talented team of a human capital operating under a performance-oriented culture.

Person Profile
 

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:-

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior positions with a bias towards financial management; candidates with experience in financing of education have a distinct advantage;
• A solid educational attainment from a recognized university; candidates with a Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business studies or Education have an added advantage;
• A deep understanding of how to mobilize funds and sustain a revolving fund scheme;
• A proven track record in change management and institutional transformation;
• An excellent understanding of the dynamics of the higher education subsector in Kenya and in the region;
• An appropriate appreciation of Kenya’s public sector performance contracting processes;
• Ability to interact effectively with senior government officers, heads of higher education institutions and the financial community.

It is expected that the applicant will have complied with Chapter 6 provisions of the Constitution.
 

The successful applicant will be appointed on a five (5) year contract and will be eligible for renewal once upon satisfactory performance. 

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.
 

Candidates must enclose a current CV giving details of day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials so as to reach the Chairman of the Board at the addresses below not later than 15th September 2012
 

Chairman,
Higher Education Loans Board,
P.O. Box 69489-00400, 

Nairobi.
 

Or e-mail address: ceo@helb.co.ke
 

‘HELB is an equal opportunity employer’

The Paradigm Project Vacancies: Regional Enumerators Jobs

The Paradigm Project: Regional Enumerators

The Paradigm Project is seeking to hire 4 part-time enumerators / surveyors who are based in each of the following provinces of Kenya: Central (including Nairobi and parts of Eastern), Rift Valley, Nyanza, and Coast. 

The regional enumerator will be a contract-based position to execute surveys in that region on a quarterly basis on behalf of The Paradigm Project’s ongoing cookstove program. 

The position will require field work in rural areas to execute surveys with customers who have purchased Paradigm’s improved cookstoves.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute quarterly monitoring surveys and any additional survey-based exercises in the project area as needed
• Send data from surveys to Paradigm in an efficient manner, either in paper format or through mobile application (to be determined)
• Available to travel to Nairobi for the initial training during the first week of October and any follow up training on survey execution
• Paradigm will provide surveys and contacts for the households to be surveyed

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience conducting surveys (required)
• Own a smart phone with a working camera (required)
• Fluent in English and Swahili; capacity in at least one of the local language(s) of the region (required)
• Reside within their region of choice (required)
• Careful attention to detail
• Strong observation and communication capabilities
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team and respectful and friendly in all interactions, especially when dealing with Paradigm customers
• Willing and physically able to travel to rural locations using public means
• Familiarity with smart phone and SMS-based technologies
• Familiarity with Open Data Kit or another mobile-based survey tool preferred
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, psychology, sociology, statistics, education, health, or other relevant discipline.

Enumerators will be engaged for short-term data collection assignments during the month of October 2012, and thereafter, if performance is satisfactory, during the months of January, April, July, and October of each year.

Enumerators will be under the supervision of and have frequent communications with the Nairobi-based Impact Assessment Coordinator and occasional contact with the US-based specialist.

Enumerators will be paid per correctly completed survey, figures from a daily rate that is inclusive of travel and accommodation allowance (where needed) and that is proportional to the number of days hired and the amount of surveys to be completed.

To apply:

Please send a detailed CV with relevant experience, names and contacts of 3 references, and your mobile number to Nele Groosman at nele@theparadigmproject.org

Important:

• The subject of the email should read: "Regional Enumerator (REGION YOU WISH TO COVER)" Choose from: CENTRAL, NYANZA/WESTERN, RIFT VALLEY, or COAST.
• With the exception of the position in Central Province, the applicant  MUST reside within their region of choice and not be based in Nairobi. Transport from Nairobi to the field will not be provided, with the exception of Central.
• The applicant MUST own a smart phone with a working camera
• The applicant MUST speak the primary language of his/her preferred region (i.e. Kikuyu in Central, Dholuo in Nyanza, etc.)

Deadline for receiving applications: 14 September 2012.

Assistant Country Director Job in Nairobi Kenya

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following position: 

1. Job Title: Assistant Country Director

Programme Development and Quality Asurance

Concern Somalia Programme

2. Contract Duration: 2 years
 

3. Job Summary:
 

The position will be based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia/Somaliland and will be reporting to the Country Director.
 

As a member of the Somalia/Somaliland Senior Management Team, the Assistant Country Director contributes to the development of the overall country programme and has specific responsibility for coordinating and managing specific aspects of Concern’s programme in Somalia/Somaliland in accordance with relevant policies and the country plan. 

The ACD will also represent Concern to relevant external stakeholders as necessary.
 

4. Person specification:

• Masters level qualification in Development Studies, programme management or other relevant course of studies.
• At least 5 years overseas experience with significant programme management experience
• Experience of budgetary management and exposure to systems such as HR, Logistics, Administration
• Ability to represent an organisation at senior government, agency, etc. levels and engage in advocacy
• Experience of emergency preparedness and response work
• Ability to ensure accountability to all stakeholders, but particularly to the communities and people with whom we work
• Strong experience of M&E
• Knowledge of latest theories and best practice in the field of development and humanitarian work with a particular focus on resilience

A detailed ToR may be obtained by sending an email to the following address: concern.kenyavacancies@concern.net
 

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should apply by sending a CV and a covering letter addressed to: - 

The Human Resource Manager, 

Concern Worldwide,

P.O. Box 13850-00800, 

Nairobi, 

to the following email address: nairobi.hr@concern.net
 

The closing date for application is Friday 3rd August 2012.
 

Each application should include three referees who can validate technical expertise. 

Telephone contacts must be submitted with the application. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
 

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer
 

Concern has a Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from abuse and exploitation. 

Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions in these two documents.

Oxfam International Country Director Job in Juba, S Sudan

Country Director

Contract type:Open-ended
Level: OI CD Level 1

Salary Range: USD. 55,900 – 70,720 net (take home pay) Oxfam will meet the tax and social securityliabilities of the post holder, in relation to Oxfam’s employment.

Benefits: Globally competitive benefits.

We are looking for an exceptional, strategic leader with a passion for Oxfam’s work to head Oxfam International’s large and complex programme in the South Sudan.

Context

Oxfam has had a long history in South Sudan through its various affiliates. Working through an operational presence and indirectly through partners, the affiliates are now working in seven of the country’s ten states. 

Sectors covered include humanitarian preparedness and response, education, public health (WASH), food security and livelihoods, finance and skills transfer for small businesses, and strengthening civil society. 

Gender is mainstreamed through programmes and women are the target of a number of the programmes under implementation. 

The various affiliates work together towards a commonly agreed strategy and are represented by an Oxfam International Country Director, supported by Associate Country Directors. 

Oxfam GB has been selected as the managing affiliate in Sudan whereas Oxfam Novib and Oxfam Intermon are implementing affiliates Oxfam is therefore seeking a Country Director to lead, develop, and represent the Oxfam family in South Sudan.

The Role

• Reporting to the Deputy Regional Director in Nairobi, you will – together with the two Associate Country Directors– lead, develop and represent Oxfam International’s programme in the South Sudan. 
• You will be accountable to a regional governance board of Oxfam International for the implementation of the agreed common country strategy (app. GBP. 10.8m. 
• You will chair the Oxfam International Country Leadership team, and ensure a constructive and productive working relationship amongst the Oxfam affiliates. 
• You will look for ways to cooperate more closely in the Oxfam family, realise cost efficiencies, a common monitoring and evaluation system, as well as a common funding strategy, and you will make sure you are respectful of different affiliates’ cultures and history. 
• In addition, while the two other affiliates will continue to manage their country programmes in accordance with the common strategy, you will have direct line responsibility for the management, development, and implementation of Oxfam GB’s part of the programme. 
• You will ensure that appropriate systems are in place to manage the significant security, brand, financial, and administrative risk in South Sudan. 
• You will ensure good relations with donors and will represent Oxfam at high level towards government, UN specialised agencies, other NGOs, as well as local partners and the media.

The Person

• You are an exceptional leader committed to Oxfam values and to the success of the Oxfam International
• programme. 
• Your outstanding analytical skills enable you to constantly adapt to an ever-changing context. 
• You have proven strategic and operational capacities in highly complex environments. 
• You have worked at least seven years in developing countries and have assumed, at least during two years, senior management functions. 
• You can demonstrate very strong people management skills and an interest in staff health and safety, as well as national staff development. 
• You are used to multi-cultural environments and have a strong commitment to issues such as gender and HIV/AIDS. 
• You are not foreign to distance management, and you have the necessary diplomatic skills to facilitate a good working relationship within the Oxfam family. 
• You are highly creative and adaptable. 
• You are a self-starter and a fast-learner. 
• You can also communicate in English with a wide range of audiences. 
• Previous experience in South Sudan context would be appreciated.

This is a highly challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam's values and beliefs. 

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using REF 5562.

The closing date: 23 July 2012.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

ACTED Country Logistic Manager Job in Kenya

Country Logistic Manager - Kenya

Closing date:  23 Jul 2012

Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development

Department:Logistic
Position: Country Logistic Manager Contract duration: 6 months (renewable) Location: Kenya Starting Date ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. 

Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. 

ACTED has a 100 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Nairobi National Staff : 28 Areas : 2 (Pokot, Middle Juba) On-going programmes : 6 Budget : 1.3 M

ACTED launched its Kenya mission in January of 2008 with an emergency assistance program for residents in Nairobi slums affected by the post election violence. Since 2009, Nairobi has been the home base of ACTED’s relief operation in Southern Somalia aimed at supporting vulnerable famers affected by recurrent droughts. 

In 2010, ACTED’s mission in Kenya/Somalia sought to address the needs of pastoralist and farmer communities of North Central Kenya and South Somalia arising from multiple shocks such as adverse climatic conditions and disease outbreaks, through emergency food and non-food items distribution. 

In the wake of this emergency context, ACTED also promoted the adoption of sustainable community-based solutions, emphasizing livelihood strengthening and diversification, natural resource rehabilitation and management, good hygiene practices and access to sanitation facilities. 

ACTED is developing its programs in South Somalia, focusing on building capacity to respond to emergency outbreaks, as well as ensuring local populations are integrated into longer term projects aiming at improving their livelihoods. 

This will occur in the form of food, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and livelihood support to vulnerable agro-pastoral and riverine communities. Today, ACTED's teams and resources are mobilized on the front of dire needs in our areas of intervention in Somalia and Kenya, as well as other areas in the Horn of Africa.

III. Position Profile 

Under the direct supervision of the Country Director, key responsibilities include: 

1. Logistical Management 

• Logistical management of Mission premises: Oversee the furnishings of premises (offices and guesthouses); Supervise maintenance and repairs of premises; 
• Provision and replenishing of office supplies: Identify needs in stationery and office supplies; Establish a follow-up procedure for the stationery store; Undertake purchases and storage of supplies; 
• Financial Management: Manage the expenses for the logistical department ; Provide documentary justification of expenses to the Country Finance Department; 

2. Procurement, Stock Management and Suppliers 

• Database of Local Suppliers: Undertake a market study; Set up and maintain a database of local suppliers, detailing criteria of quality, price, service, ethics etc;
• Follow up of Procurement Procedures, conforming to procurement guidelines : Undertake quotations or launch Calls for Tender; Purchase goods, draft contracts; Receive merchandise and oversee the customs procedures for imported goods; Check the condition and nature of goods received as required by the contracts; Manage the presentation, circulation, filing and archiving of procurement documents, conforming to FLAT procedures;
• Management of Stocks and Supplies: Identify warehouses for storages, ensure premises are furnished and made secure for use; Establish tools for stock management; Undertake periodic inventories; Manage stock movements and distributions of goods in the framework of project implementation; 3. Management of the Vehicle Pool and Transportation
• Management of the Vehicle Pool: Organise the allocation and daily availability of vehicles; Establish tools for vehicles follow-up: log books, technical check-ups etc. Ensure the maintenance of and undertake a monthly inventory of the vehicle pool; Calculate and check the monthly cost of each vehicle (fuel consumption, repairs) in coordination with the CFO;

3. Transportation management: 

• Identify companies for the transportation of stock; Elaborate and follow a timetable of stock delivery for projects; Complete and file waybills ; Organise and oversee loading and unloading of goods; Ensure administrative and custom requirements are adhered to; 

4. Management of Technical Equipments

• Management of the IT Network: Organise the installation of computing hardware and software (computers, printers, scanners, photocopiers, Network systems); Identify suppliers of Internet access and negotiate service contracts; Ensure back-ups of information and files are kept on the server; Ensure the maintenance and undertake a regular inventory of IT equipment;

• Management of Communication equipment: Organise the installation of communication equipment: telephones, HF and VHF radios; Train staff in the use of such equipments; Ensure the maintenance and undertake a monthly inventory of communication equipment; Calculate and check the monthly communication cost of each base (telephones, e-mail, Internet), in coordination with the CFO;

• Management of Power supplies equipment: Organise the installation of equipment: generators, solar panels etc; Train staff in the operation of such equipments; Ensure regular maintenance and undertake a monthly inventory of equipment;

5. Department Follow-up

• Team leadership: Update the organization chart and ToRs of the logistics department according to the mission development; Oversee the team and undertake appraisals of directly supervised colleagues; Ensure training and capacity building for logistics team members in order to increase the level of technical ability and skills within the department;
• Internal Procedures and Information Flows; Develop relevant management procedures within the team; Improve information flows within the department and with other departments and projects

IV. Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years of working experience in insecure environments; preferably in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East; 
• Extensive experience in logistics and/or security management and procedures; 
• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills; 
• Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff • Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure; 
• Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments; 
• Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions; 
• Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office; 
• Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English 
• Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience highly desirable

V. Conditions:

•     Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
•     Additional monthly living allowance
•     Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
•     Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
•     Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

How to apply: 

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org 

Ref : CLM/KEN/SA

ACTED Att: Human Resources Department 33, rue Godot de Mauroy 75009 Paris FRANCE

Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

NQCL Director Job in Kenya

National Quality Control Laboratory- NQCL

Employment Opportunity in The National Quality Control Laboratory

The National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) is a body corporate established under Cap 244 of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act with the mandate to perform chemical, biological, biochemical, physiological and pharmacological analysis and other pharmaceutical evaluation of locally manufactured and imported drugs or medicinal substances with the view of determining whether such drugs comply with the requirements of the above act.

The National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) wishes to recruit a competent candidate for the position of Director as outlined below:-

Director:

REF. NO. NQCL/HR/05/2012

The Director will be reporting to the Board of Management and will be responsible for day to day management of the laboratory.

Key responsibilities:

• Articulating the policies of the board arid ensuring that appropriate business strategies are developed and implemented.
• Coordination of all official activities related to the quality control of pharmaceuticals and medical for human and veterinary carried out at the laboratory.
• Monitoring performance and putting into place the necessary management and administrative systems and procedures
• Ensuring the proper allocation and utilization of resources in order to achieve organizational goals and objectives of the laboratory
• Ensuring that modern human resources management practices are adopted and implemented
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and any agreed protocols.
• Enhancing the image of the organization
• Advising the board on quality standards to be applied to pharmaceutical products and medical devices approved for the Kenyan market.

Qualification, competencies and experience

• Holds a minimum of a Master Degree in pharmaceutical analysis
• Post graduate qualification in Business Administration or related fields will be an added advantage
• Has at least 5 years working experience in Senior Management
• Must be a registered pharmacist with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
• Has excelled in such functions as Strategic Planning, people management, resource mobilization and donor relations.
• Has a proven track record of professional integrity, good conduct, visionary leadership, staff development and motivation.
• Is an effective communicator, dealing effectively with local and international stakeholders.

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application together with copies of your certificates, detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting the job reference number for this position as indicated above so as to reach us on or before 11th July, 2012 addressed to:-

The Chairman
Board of Management
National Quality Control Laboratory
Hospital Road, KNH Complex
P. O. Box 29726 - 00202
Nairobi, Kenya.

Note that any form of direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

NQCL is a World Health Organization (WHO) pre-qualified quality control laboratory

Pioneer Hi-Bred Country Manager Job

Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont Business, is a respected leader in the agricultural industry. 

We are the world’s leading developer and supplier of hybrid seed corn and branded varietal soybean seed. 

We seek the following individual at Pioneer Hi-Bred Kenya Limited, a subsidiary of Pioneer Hi-Bred International:

Country Manager

Requirements:

• A BSc in Crop Science or Agronomy (postgraduate studies in Business Management would be preferred)
• 10 or more years’ successful sales/marketing and management experience
• Experience within a sales network to enchance ‘go to market’ approach’
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to provide accurate and ongoing exchange of market information with internal business partners
• Visionary leadership to develop and expand business opportunities
• Decision-making skills to set strategy and work with local resources on tactival plans
• Technical/professional knowledge of agricultural and business
• The successful candidate must be fluent ¡n English.

Please forward your CVs to countrymanager@pioneer.com

Closing date: 6 July 2012 .

Tropikal Brands Production Manager Job

Tropikal Brands(Afrika) Limited is a manufacturer and marketer of household quality brands that include Tropikal Air Freshener, Yolanda & YU Deo Sprays and Boit Insecticides among others. 

We also distribute and market Pringles, Ovaftine, Twinings Tea and Trisa Toothbrushes. 

We are based in Nairobi and wish to recruit a dynamic individual to fiH the following position:

Production Manager

Qualifications and competencies

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years FMCG experience in similar capacity.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 QMS & ISO 14000.
• Proof of having driven an ISO project to certification.
• Excellent team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of product registration guidelines in Kenya including with KEBs.

Core responsibilities and tasks 

• Efficient production planning within schedule.
• New product development champion.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to.
• Selection and maintenance of all equipment.
• Close liason with KEBs in regards to all our products.

The successful candidate will report to the General Manager.

An attractive renumeration package commensurate with the challenges of this position will be offered to the successful candidate. Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications together with an updated CV indicating telephone contact, three professional referees & current renumeration to 

General Manager, R O. Box 49465-00100,
Nairobi 

or by email to hr@tropikal.co.ke 

to reach us before 6th July 2012.

Tropikal Brands (Afrika) Limited is an equal opportunity employer. 

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Chief Executive Officer and Internal Auditor Jobs in Laikipia Kenya

One of our leading medium sized SACCO based in Laikipia County has retained us to recruit & fill the following positions;
 

1. Chief Executive Officer
 

Key Responsibilities
 

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for providing visionary leadership and direction in the realization of the SACCO’s vision, mission and long term business strategy. 

Specifically he/she will be responsible for;

• Overseeing the day-to-day management of the SACCO’s operations to ensure enhanced profitability and sustainable returns on members’ investments;
• Providing proactive public relations to enhance the SACCO’s corporate image;
• Leading and motivating a skilled workforce from diverse and multicultural backgrounds;
• Preparing relevant timely Budgets and reports for the Board and advise the Board on all matters relating to financial, operations, strategies and business opportunities;
• Monitor and evaluate Sacco projects, implementation of Financial, HR and Procurement Systems.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting) or Degree in Business Related field or Diploma in Cooperative Management plus CPA II;
• Computer Literate;
• Age; 30 – 40 years;
• At least 3 years experience in a Senior Management Position, preferably in a SACCO;
• Good Interpersonal skills and high level of integrity;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

2. Internal Auditor
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Internal Auditor will perform the following duties:

• Review and appraise the soundness, adequacy and application of accounting, financial and other controls to promote effective and efficient internal controls;
• Develop and implement effective risk management tools;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems;
• Participate in the budget process and prepare internal audit reports;
• Establish risk based audit programs;
• Ascertain the level of compliance with established policies and procedures, plans and statutory requirements;
• Reports professionally to the audit committee and administratively to the C.E.O

Qualifications, Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) or any Business related Degree;
• Be at least a CPA (K);
• Working experience of at least five years;
• Good Interpersonal skills;
• Proficiency in MS office and working experience in a computerized environment;
• High level of integrity;
• Be between 30-40 years;
• Strong analytical skills.

Applications should include the following:

• Letter of Application indicating position applied for;
• Current CV, with names and contact information of atleast three references;
• Copies of Certificates/transcripts and testimonials.

Applications should be sent to compliance@kuscco.com or
 

The Manager, Consultancy and Compliance Department
KUSCCO Limited,
P.O. Box 28403-00200 

Nairobi.
 

On or before 22nd June 2012

Company CEO and Marketing Executive Jobs in Kenya

A highly prolific merchandise company is looking for 2 positions:
 

1) CEO
 

The person who applies must be earning more than Ksh 4,000,000/= per annum
 

2) Sales and Marketing Executive
 

The person who applies must be earning More than Kshs 1,200,000/= per annum
 

Experience: Selling Tyres, Electronics, Kitchen Equipment for Hotels & Restaurants, Bitumen, Mild Steel Sheet & Ceramic Tiles.
 

For qualified candidates, kindly send your applications to:
 

DNA. No. 1296
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100
Nairobi

The Postal Corporation of Kenya:Postmaster General/Chief Executive Officer Job in Kenya

Postmaster General/Chief Executive Officer

The Postal Corporation of Kenya is a commercial Government Business Enterprise operating under the Postal Corporation Act 1998. 

It operates a vast network of 637 post offices. The products and services that constitute the core business of the entity are Mails, Courier Services and Financial and Agency Services.

The Corporation seeks to recruit a dynamic, innovative and business oriented Kenyan Chief Executive Officer who will be able to deliver superior financial and communications solutions to our customers and stakeholders, the applicant should have at least 15 years experience, 5 of which should have been in a senior management position in a large organization. 

This position reports to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications and Skills

The Applicant must have the following qualifications:

• Ability to think strategically and to design long term plans.
• Proven   intellectual   leadership   in   managing   people   and  financial resource
• A reputation for outstanding performance. 
• A minimum of Masters degree in a business related field or its equivalent (an MBA will be an added advantage). 
• IT compliant and its applications;
• Be of highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism; 
• Excellent interpersonal , management and communication skills, 
• A team player.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establishing proper internal monitoring and control systems and procedures to enhance profitability and shareholder value, in ensuring that the Corporation is on the inside track of any developments within the global postal business;
• Have insight into the key issues currently driving the postal sector and the challenges unique to the Corporation operating within a dynamic communications technology industry and ensure, retain and improve PCK confidence;
• Have a proven track record of innovation, transformation and postal optimization, combined with an appreciation of the intrinsic importance of technology in solution development and design;
• Any other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Board.

Remuneration

• The appointment will be for an initial contract of 3 years which may be renewable on the basis of satisfactory performance; 
• An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Application Procedure

Applications with detailed CV should be submitted so as to reach the undersigned on or before 14th June, 2012 either by Post or through Email to chairmanpck@posta.co.ke. 

A hard copy can be dropped in a box marked "APPLICATIONS FOR POSTMASTER GENERAL" at the Postal Corporation of Kenya Headquarters Reception, Posta House, Ground Floor.

Management Trainee / Assistant Manager - Billing Specialist Job in Kenya

Position:Management Trainee / Assistant Manager - Billing Specialist

Experience: Strictly 3-5 Yrs of relevant experience after education along with team leading experience

Main Purpose of the Position

To execute the order billing and documentation from the European Supply Centers after load building.

Key Outputs & Tasks

• Generate optimal documentation and on time billing accuracy to meet customer service OTIFNE targets and drive performance to level of top 3 CPG companies SNP brands
• Ensure all import licensing documentation is in place prior to new product introduction and renewal of import license
• Issue/create accurate documents such as; invoices, debit/credit notes, order acknowledgements, etc. to required timescales
• Order packs accurately collated, including copies of shipping documents and then archived correctly.
• Support the SNP planning team to close the OTC aspect of the order process for billing
• Order validation for Non UK sites.
• Closing of customer concerns within agreed parameters and create market/hub reports.
• Process customer insurance claims in an accurate and timely manner after completion of customer concerns
• Resolving shipment delays and all associated communication and documentation with counterparts in supply and the market.
• Process material and sample orders and ensure markets are kept updated on status.
• Resolution of GRNI in collaboration with GDBS Intercompany and Billing Controller.
• Process the Bulk demand signal and orders to deliver appropriate plan stability and customer service targets

Educational Experience

• Business/ accounting/ finance Related Degree
• CPA(K) or ACCA

Beneficial Work Experience

• Speaks fluent English
• Is an experienced people manger (at least 2 years)
• Is able to manage own time and team resources effectively
• Builds excellent relationships with internal (DBS BUD/ACN) and in-market teams.
• Has Data related experience
• Committed to maintaining an excellent control environment, understanding the wider nature of CARM and control; rigorously enforcing compliance.
• Is able to recognise areas for improvement
• Can lead change projects, and has previous experience in project management with track record of delivery

Professional Competencies:

The following are key competencies required of the role.

The candidate must exhibit the following professional competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking
• Focus on customer service
• Multi tasking / Time Management
• Decision making
• Teaming / Collaboration
• Focus on Goals / Result orientation

Note:Candidates earning more than Kes 50,000 need not apply.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Please send you CV and remuneration package to therecexpert@gmail.com by the 4th April 2012 at 5.00 pm.