REB Recruitment of Senior Mentors in Rwanda

Job Annoucement No.REB/TDM//2013

Recruitment of Senior Mentors on a two year mutually renewable contract 

Rwanda Education Board (REB) invites applications from qualified individuals, local and regional, for the post ofSenior Mentor (60 positions). 

Two Senior Mentors will be assigned to each of the 30 districts. 

Each Senior Mentor will support up to sixteen School-based Mentors in the district. 

Qualified applicants and School-based Mentors are encouraged to apply.

Essential functions for Senior Mentors include [but are not limited to]:

• Identify School-based Mentor’s professional needs and priorities and put in place professional development activities to respond to those needs.
• Provide School-based Mentors with continuous professional support: Coordinate bi-monthly School-based Mentor Continuous Professional Development (CPD) meetings at the local level for peer support and joint problem-solving.
• Contribute to the development and implementation ofthe district education work plan in collaboration with the Regional Pedagogical Team.
• Act as a link between REB/TDM and School-based Mentors.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in English language with Education
• At least 4 years’ teaching experience
• Proficiency in English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Knowledge of communicative language teaching methods
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Willingness to work in rural areas
• Readiness to work on a full time two-year mutually renewable contract
• Experience in teacher mentoring is an added advantage

Remuneration package/ salary

A local Senior Mentor shall have a gross pay that includes basic salary, transport, housing, family health insurance (RAMA), National Social Security Fund (NSSF) equivalent to 395$ (Three hundred ninety-five US Dollars). 

A regional Senior Mentor shall have a gross pay that includes basic salary, transport, housing, family health insurance (RAMA), National Social Security Fund (NSSF) equivalent to 586$ (Five hundred eighty-six US Dollars).

All Senior Mentors will receive 80,000 (eighty thousand) Rwandan Francs per month to travel in-country to assigned schools.

An annual transport allowance of 60,000 (sixty thousand) Rwandan Francs is provided to regional school-based mentors after 12 months from the date of signing the contracts to enable them travel to their home countries during their leave.

Application procedure

Interested candidates who strictly meet the above criteria should submit their application complete with CVs, Academic Certificates and Transcripts to Rwanda Education Board office, not later than 26th April, 2013 at 17.00 p.m. 

Applications should be addressed to:

The Director General
Rwanda Education Board
P.O BOX 3817
Kigali- Rwanda
Attn: Head/TDM

Or emailed to:

rmukakimenyi@reb.rw
(+250)788742462/ + (250)788573619

Successful regional Senior Mentor applicants will be required to present:

1. Certified copy of Degree/ Diploma: 2 copies (certified from Rwanda)
2. Certified transcript — certified from Rwanda
3. Photo copy of pass port (original booklet not any kind of temporally document)
4. Photo copy of Police clearance! Certificate of good conduct
5. Two (2) passport photographs with white background

Successful local Senior Mentor applicants will be required to present:

1. Certified copy of Degree! Diploma
2. Certified Photocopy of transcript
3. Photo copy of ID
4. One (1) passport photograph.

Successful candidates will immediately sign a two-year mutually renewable contract.

Done at Kigali on .../.../2013
Dr. John Rutayisire
Director General

Human Resource Coordinator Job in Nakuru Kenya

Our client is the largest MPESA agent and Safaricom dealer country wide with over 164 out lets.  

The company is looking for a Human Resource Coordinator - Entry level.

The Human Resource Coordinator will provide support with administering the day-to-day operations of the human resources function and duties.

Key position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Participate in recruitment and selection process including placement of employment ads, employment application intake and interviewing
• Perform employee background checks and other pre-employment processes
• Schedule and conduct new employee benefits enrollment meetings and process enrollments
• Perform monthly benefits reconciliations
• Manage and work with various benefits vendors
• Perform HRIS data entry including new hires, terminations and other changes and perform other HRIS-related tasks
• Maintain confidential personnel, medical and payroll files
• Support for special projects including research and gathering data on various topics
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Human Resources or related field preferred
• 0-2 years work or internship experience in a busy HR department
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.) - database experience helpful
• Ability to appropriately and discreetly handle confidential information
• Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively
• Must demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy

If you feel you fit the above role:please send your CV to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke indicating your salary expectations.

Kimetrica Group Human Resource Manager Job in Naiorbi

Background to Position

The Kimetrica Group is an international company providing knowledge services primarily to the non-profit sector. Kimetrica Limited is based in Nairobi and works with clients throughout Africa. 

For more information on Kimetrica visit www.kimetrica.com.

Kimetrica seeks a Nairobi based Human Resource Manager (HRM) with overall responsibility for
the HR function of the Kimetrica Group. 

The primary objectives of the position are to ensure that Kimetrica:

• Recruits and retains the highest calibre of staff
• Complies with national and international employment laws and regulations
• Provides a highly desirable working environment with excellent opportunities for growth

Reporting and Delegation

The HRM will report directly to the Head of Finance and Operations. 

The HRM will work closely with Project Managers for all recruitments and with the Training Team.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Strategic Recruitment:

• Develop corporate systems and procedures for effective and timely recruitment of employees and consultants or outsource collaborators
• Identify staff vacancies and requirements for short term consultancy support and assist Project Managers in identifying and specifying their hiring requirements
• Oversee the evaluation, classification and rating of occupations and job positions
• Assist in hiring, including developing job descriptions and job advertisements, and screening and interviewing candidates
• In collaboration with the Technical Services, develop and apply tests for new recruits
• Maintain and update a roster and database of suitably qualified consultants and maintain and develop CVs in the correct format for different bids
• Conduct or assist in contract negotiations
• Develop contracts for employees and consultants in collaboration with the Contracts and Compliance Team

Compliance with Laws and Regulations:

• Develop, clarify and implement Kimetrica’s HR and employment policies
• Advise management and employees on employment statutes, rules, regulations and policies affecting employees
• Conduct periodic reviews of national employment and HR legislation in the Kimetrica countries of operation and inform management of significant changes
• Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
• With the Contracts and Compliance Office, review all contracts to ensure that they are compliant with national and international laws and regulations
• Ensure that contract terminations are compliant with laws and regulations

Employee Welfare and Career Development:

• Provide current and prospective employees with orientation, information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion and employee benefits
• Plan and conduct new employee and PROCAS orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives
• Inform employees of their health insurance packages and answer requests
• Foster constructive employee relations
• Lead employee in-house training and skills development
• Ensure work place safety and lead staff security awareness training
• Develop programmes for staff welfare, recreation and team-building
• Engage in conflict resolution and mediation of employee disputes

Management of Employee and Consultant Travel:

• Liaise with PM to identify travel requirements and develop timely travel plans
• Coordinate ticketing, hotel bookings, travel insurance and visas etc
• Ensure that all travel is authorised internally and externally
• Brief travelling staff on per diem rates, entitlements, procedures and documentation requirements
• Ensure staff compliance with the Travel Expense Reporting system
• Ensure that staff follow the correct procedures when travelling to insecure locations

Compensation and Benefits Administration:

• Liaise with finance to ensure that payroll and compensation accurately reflects contracts etc
• Liaise with Operations to ensure that workplace and other employee insurance is purchased
• Liaise with finance to ensure that all employees have the appropriate health insurance
• Develop and/or administer special projects in areas such as pension, savings plans and employee awards or bonuses

Performance Appraisal System:

• Ensure that all employees and managers fully understand the Performance Appraisal System
• Analyse wage rates, hiring success, employee feedback and other data relating to the HR performance of the company in order to improve service delivery
• Contribute to the improvement of the employee Performance Appraisal System
• Ensure that the Performance Appraisal System is fairly and effectively applied to all employees
• Ensure that disciplinary procedures are correctly and fairly followed by supervisors

Develop and Maintain HR Records:

• Ensure complete and timely leave recording
• Maintain secure and confidential personnel files
• Ensure that all staff and consultants submit timesheets
• Verify employment and other statutory employee documents
• Maintain complete records of all HR correspondence and transactions

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
• At least five years of professional experience across all HR disciplines, including employment,
• benefits, compensation, employee relations, training and development, and conflict
• resolution
• Excellent inter-personal communication and negotiation skills in English
• Discretion and ability to handle issues with sensitivity
• Proven ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Proven commitment to voluntary sector or community work
• Right to work in Kenya

Qualifications Preferred

• HR certification or MBA with HR focus
• Experience working with a diverse workforce or internationally
• Knowledge of US labour laws would be a plus
• Networking abilities and existing network in Kenya

Terms and Conditions

• Opportunities for specialised training in relevant HR areas
• Nairobi based with infrequent international travel and some travel within Kenya
• Competitive salary and benefits
• The position is full time with some flexibility to work from home
• Opportunities for rapid career development in a young and growing company

To Apply: Submit a detailed CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suited for the position and recording your most recent month net take home salary. 

Submit to jobs@kimetrica.com by the 1st May 2013. 

Do not include scans or copies of certificates and references. 

Phone calls and solicitation will invalidate applications.

Human Capital Development Officer Job in Kenya

Insurance Regulatory Authority

The Insurance Regulatory Authority is a state Corporation set up to regulate, supervise and develop the insurance sector in Kenya. 

The Authority is seeking applications for the following vacant position:

Human Capital Development Officer

Reporting to the Human Capital Development & Administration Manager the officer will be responsible for providing Human Resource and administrative support services in the Authority.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Processing of new employments and opening of personal files. Update and maintain staff personal records
• Receive and list down applications for advertised positions. Prepare initial shortlist of candidates.
• Undertake staff induction and orientation aimed at providing newly employed staff with relevant information about the technical and social aspects of their work
• Assist in training needs assessment, design and implement the approved training programs
• Assist in the implementation of the performance management system and ensure that employees are continuously monitored and measured against set standards and targets.
• To coordinate the implementation of an effective Human Resource Management information system for leave management, performance management, training and recruitment.
• Maintain employee records and ensure integrity of data and information related to management of human resource activities
• To deal and respond to all routine and none routine correspondences to staff and other stakeholders.
• To file incoming mails and correspondences in the relevant files.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience for the Job

• A Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences, or Business Administration or equivalent from a recognized University.
• At least 6 years post-graduation experience as a Human Resource Officer
• Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
• Proficiency in the use of ICT
• High level oral and written communication skills and ability to relate to a wide range of individuals
• Sound negotiation skills
• Ability to problem solve and prioritize office issues
• Flexible working attitude and ability to work within program timelines
• Ability to manage time efficiently
• Comprehensive communication and conflict management skills

Terms of Offer

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate.

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the qualifications given, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration, qualifications, experience, names and addresses of three referees, email and telephone contacts together with copies of your certificates and testimonials by 26th April 2013 to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
Zep -Re Place
P.O Box 43505-00100
Nairobi

Email : commins@ira.go.ke
IRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

Safepak Limited Human Resource Assistant Job in Nairobiv

Company Name:Safepak Limited
 

Position Title:Human ResourceAssistant I
 

Position Type: Full time
 

Reports to: Human Resource Manager
 

Department: Human Resources
 

Location: Nairobi
   
Position Objective

To support the total operations in meeting the departmental goals through its most valuable resource – employees.

General Responsibilities / Duties

• Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview and select best applicants.
• Allocate human resources, ensuring appropriate matches between personnel.
• Incident, Accident and Insurance follow ups.
• Investigate and report on industrial accidents for insurance carriers.
• Creating and monitoring shift and leave schedules for employees.
• Complete all statutory requirements i.e OHS, NEMA, Training.
• Administer safety and recreation programs.
• Counselling of staff.

Skills & Competencies

• A degree in Social Sciences (HRM)/Higher Diploma in HR.
• 1-2 years of Human Resource support with extensive experience.
• K.C.S.E Mean Grade B+ with English B.
• Must be mature, result oriented, keen to details be ready to commit themselves fully to the duties assigned.
• Should possess excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Aged above 30 years.

Email: hr@safepak.co.ke

Career Development Consultant Job in Kenya

Career Development Consultant

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in either or both areas of Human Resources and Social and Community work, focused on case management, life-coaching, strategic employer relations and Job Development.

The CDC will be responsible for counseling clients in different programs. 

They will assist in the development and implementation of a Work Employment Action Plan for the clients using a case management model. 

The CDC will also consult with and provide documentation and support to referral sources and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. 

In addition, they will prepare clients for employment through the facilitation of workshops, and the outreach and sourcing of potential employers to secure employment opportunities.

The successful candidate will have a proven record of marketing strategies to attract employers as well as job coaching skills for their client base.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts an employment assessment with each client including needs and risk assessment, an implementation plan, and follow-up as it relates to employment goals
• Consult with employers to promote Goodwill’s transitional employment program and to find employment, placement and training opportunities that exist within a given organization
• Continually monitors trends in the workplace
• Aid clients in the development of appropriate work habits, behaviors, and attitudes suitable for the workplace
• Continuous research and outreach to employers and community organizations
• Ensures that employer contracts and employee training development plans are established
• Assist with pre-employment and job maintenance issues such as interview preparation and conflict resolution in the workplace
• Determine and assess clients who require job coaching and or continuous support throughout their employment in the broader labour market
• Facilitates, develops, and evaluates group/individual training regarding pre-employment and job maintenance issues. Provides quality assurance regarding assigned tasks to ensure compliance with program standards

Career Development Consultant

Job Description

• Provides documentation and maintains confidential data, in accordance with the Laws of Kenya
• Participates in the compilation of internal and external reports and statistical data
• Models appropriate behaviours to staff in line with our Mission, Vision, and Values; establishes rapport and maintains effective relationship building behaviours with staff and clients.

Represents Janta in a professional manner

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary diploma or degree in Social Work, Human Resources, Education, Adult Education, Psychology, Career & Work Counseling, or a related discipline, coupled with a minimum of two years related experience including sales/marketing, file management, recruitment and job coaching
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills
• Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; with the ability to establish rapport with Janta participants, employers, staff and volunteers
• Varied and relevant work experience and knowledge of community resources, labor market and employment services to individuals facing employment barriers
• Experience in instructing or workshop delivery in an adult educational environment
• Flexibility regarding assigned work hours and location
• Must be a results-oriented individual with the ability to motivate and inspire self and others

Janta Kenya thanks all applicants, but only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Send your cover letter and resume to jobs@jantakenya.com indicating ‘Career Development Consultant’ on the subject.

Closing Date: 14th September, 2012.

Manufacturing Company Finance Manager, Human Resource Officer and IT Officer Jobs in Industrial Area Nairobi Kenya

A leading manufacturing company based in Industrial Area Nairobi is seeking to fill the following vacancies
 

1. Finance Manager
 

Qualifications:CA/ACCA, with over 5 years experience in a manufacturing setup, conversant in an ERP package preferably SAP
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of financial statements/ annual budgets and analysis of variances
• Undertaking costing exercises of companies products
• Tax planning and management, liasing with KRA on tax issues, experience with treo
• Co ordinating with auditors/insurance/lawyers
• Ability to deal with banking institutions and arrange for short/long term financing
• Working capital management/ forex risk management
• Fully conversant with import processes

2. Human Resource Officer
 

Qualifications: Bachelors degree with specialisation in human resources with over 5 years in a senior position, highly computer literate and be able to use human resource modules in an ERP
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage organizational reviews including structural, functional and staffing reviews.
• Manage the recruitment process and hr policy guidelines as well as benefits.
• Identify training needs and ensure the development and implementation
• Oversee and coordinate all hr activities including the welfare and disciplinary matters.
• Handle staff grievances in a prompt, conscientious manner
• Advise on legal matters pertaining to employment and on occupational health and safety

3. IT Officer
 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering; with over 5 years’ experience with an exposure in an ERP preferably SAP is highly preferred

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement network security
• Oversees the administration and maintenance of the company’s infrastructure
• Oversees the administration of the company’s wan.
• Manages and develops upgrades to the company’s telephone system.
• Oversees troubleshooting, systems backups, archiving, and disaster recovery
• Works with project teams to help implement internal systems

To apply for the above positions please send your updated resume (with photograph) and mention the current remuneration and salary expectations via: vacanciesnairobi@gmail.com before 15th September 2012 

(Please mention in the subject the position applied for)

Karen Hospital Human Resource Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

We are looking for dynamic, result oriented Human Resource Manager, who is a team player with honesty and integrity, excellent communication skills to take up challenging position. 

He/she must also possess the following desired competences academic qualifications and professional experience.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing, innovation and developing a high performing HR team.
• Coordinate the Recruitment and selection process, deployment of staff and implement staff development programmes through Training.
• Coordinate and develop sound training and HR development policies and programmes.
• Continuous review of the code of conduct and regulations.
• Develop manpower and succession plans
• Deal with union maters including negotiations on collective agreements to ensure industrial harmony.
• Implement the HR Information system in conjunction with Finance and IT Departments.
• Develop reward management and remuneration policies, processes and procedures that are internally adequate and externally competitive.
• Carrying out salary surveys to ensure compatibility of remuneration with similar institutions and in the market place.
• Responsible for staff training and development, staff motivation, promotions, staff benefits, medical pension and welfare schemes.
• Managing the HR budget, developing innovative employee welfare initiatives.

Professional Qualification and Experience

• Degree in Human Resource or Business Management
• Post graduate in Higher Diploma in HRM
• Technical knowledge in labour laws
• Masters in HRM/Business Administration will be an added advantage
• Practical experience with Industrial Relations
• At least 7 years of professional experience in Human Resource

All candidates suitably qualified should send their detailed CV and a covering letter, copies of certificates and testimonials together with a daytime telephone contact so as to reach the undersigned strictly via email to hrm@karenhospital.org.

All relevant copies of certificates should be attached to the email.


All Applications must be received by close of business 21st September 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Fina Bank - Human Resource Officer Job

Fina Bank is the preferred Regional Business Bank with a strong presence in Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. Fina Bank places great emphasis on a responsive and solution driven approach in providing services to its stakeholders.

The Bank has a strong developmental emphasis especially in growing businesses, and aims to ensure excellence in service delivery in the East African Region. 

The Bank is upgrading its technology infrastructure to a state of the art system and we are seeking to recruit highly driven and motivated professionals to partner with us in this exciting journey.

Currently we are looking to fill the following position:

Human Resource Officer

One position (1)

Ref: HR/HRO/001

In line with the business strategy, Fina Bank is strengthening its Human Resources function in order to provide a more focussed and efficient service to its employees. To support this, we are looking for a dynamic, focussed, and a result oriented individual to fill in the above position.

The Job

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the jobholder will be responsible for technical and administrative support in Learning and Development, Talent Management, HRMIS and Employee Relations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Facilitate induction trainings for all new staff;
• Management of the recruitment and selection function in consultation with the Head of HR;
• Provide support to HHR in preparation and implementation of succession/development plans for all staff;
• Payroll management and Supervision of the staff benefits administration;
• Facilitate staff promotions and transfers in liaison with the line managers ;
• Provide support to Head of HR in review and implementation of HR policies and processes;
• Management of the internship and Graduate Trainee programmes;
• Industrial and employee relations, participate in Union matters and advice the management;
• Effectively manage the training function in the Bank;
• Management of the HRMIS.

Knowledge and Skills requirements:

• A degree in Social sciences or business related studies ;
• Post graduate qualification in HRM or training;
• Should be a member of HR professional body;
• Minimum of 4yrs experience in a busy HR environment;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Computer Literate;
• Good analytical skills;
• Good time management skills;
• Good leadership skills

If you can demonstrate your ability to fill the above position, please submit your application along with your detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration, email, and telephone contacts to jobs@finabank.com . 

Please quote reference number on the subject field and the position you are applying for. 

Only applications that reach us on or before 10th August 2012 will be considered. 

Address your application to:

Head of Human Resources,

Fina Bank Limited,

P.O Box 20613-00200, Nairobi.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Center for Victims of Torture Physiotherapist / Trainer Job

Physiotherapist / Trainer 

Location: Nairobi, Nairobi Municipality, Kenya | Department: International Services

The Center for Victims of Torture is seeking a Physiotherapist/Trainer to join a new program in Nairobi addressing the mental health needs of refugees who are living in the city.  

The Physiotherapist/Trainer will oversee physiotherapy services for adults and children who are survivors of torture and provide training and supervision to a team of local physiotherapists who work as part of a multi-disciplinary care model.  

The position is based in Nairobi and has a one year, renewable employment agreement.  This is an accompanied post.  The position will begin on November 1.

Organization:

The Center for Victims of Torture works toward a future in which torture ceases to exist and its victims have hope for a new life. 

We are an international nonprofit dedicated to healing survivors of torture. 

We provide direct care for those who have been tortured, train partners around the world who can prevent and treat torture, and advocate for human rights and an end to torture.  

We are headquartered in Minnesota with offices in Africa and the Middle East.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervision and Training:  Oversee the quality of physiotherapy activities and provide supervision to physiotherapy team.  Design and carryout training programs for local physiotherapists – including ongoing training, mentoring, modeling, observing and conducting supervision sessions.  Facilitate case consultations and review of documentation.  Continually assess development of staff and adapt training to meet their needs.
• Clinical Management: Assist in day-to-day operations of the program to ensure goals are met.  Coordinate physiotherapy team, and strengthen collaboration with the counseling team.
• Clinical Assessment: Oversee and train physiotherapists on assessments of clients and determination of appropriate interventions.  Review and develop technical tools for client assessments.
• Community Assessment: Design and carryout assessments in the community to determine physiotherapy interventions that are appropriate for torture survivors.
• Community Collaboration:  Provide training and coordination with other organizations so they can better address the needs of torture survivors.
• Reporting:  Prepare and submit regular reports documenting clinical and training activities and progress achieved toward program goals.
• Program Evaluation:  Participate in the design, implementation and monitoring of program evaluation systems.

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree from an accredited/approved school for physiotherapy.  Masters degree or equivalent preferred.
• Fluency in English.  Fluency in relevant East African languages such as Swahili, Somali and French preferred.
• Cultural sensitivity awareness in working with diverse staff and clients.
• 5 years experience as a physiotherapist with a strong orthopedic background.
• Understanding of and experience implementing culturally appropriate physiotherapy interventions for people who have suffered trauma.  Experience with torture survivors preferred.
• Understanding of and experience developing curriculum and providing training for physiotherapy professionals using experiential learning approaches.
• International experience desirable.  Experience working in East Africa preferred.
• Experience supervising physiotherapists.
• Skilled at carrying out needs assessment and program evaluations.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled at working as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing program requirements, client needs and political climate.

Compensation:  Competitive salary and benefit package.


Apply:
http://cvt.simplicant.com/job/apply/9553-physiotherapist-trainer-nairobi-kenya

Kencall HR Assistant Job in Kenya

HR Assistant

Description

The Human Resources assistant assists with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties. 

The HR assistant carries out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: departmental development, HRIS, employee relations, benefits, compensation, organization development, executive administration, and employment.

Primary duties & responsibilities:

• The HR assistant has partial responsibility for these areas:
• Recruiting and staffing logistics;
• performance management and improvement tracking systems;
• employee orientation, development, and training logistics and recordkeeping;
• assisting with employee relations;
• company-wide committee facilitation and participation;
• company employee communication;
• compensation and benefits administration and recordkeeping;
• employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health reporting; and
• employee services;
• maintaining employee files and the HR filing system;
• Assisting with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office.

Experience/qualifications:

• Diploma/certificate in Human resource Management
• Basic understanding of Human resource functions.
• Understanding of human resource reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
• At least two years of related experience.
• Well organized, accurate and attentive to detail
• Excellent communications and public relations abilities.
• Strong typing and computer application skills.
• Ability to assist and support others.

Note:  

To apply, please go to http://www.kencall.com/cats/careers and apply Online. Applications through any other channels will NOT be accepted.

Milk Processing Cooperative Human Resource Officer Job in Kiambu Kenya (KShs 30K)

Our Client, a leading milk products Processing and Cooperative based in Kiambu is looking to fill the role of Human Resource Officer who will report to the Office Manager. 

Overall Purpose

To coordinate all Human Resources management activities of the organisation in order to retain the best possible manpower available to achieve the desired results for the firm and all stakeholders. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and selection process and undertake placement and orientation of new staff
• Conduct reference checks on prospective candidates
• Provide assistance in writing job descriptions and ensure that accurate job descriptions are provided and well communicated to all employees
• Identify training and development opportunities and organize for staff training sessions
• Provide basic counselling to staff who have performance related obstacles and their personal life
• Provide advice and assistance in developing human resource plans
• Monitor daily attendance, investigate causes of absence and lateness and provide solutions to avert future occurrences
• Provide support to supervisors and staff and advice on human resource related issues
• Develop and implement a human resources plan, personnel management policies and procedures
• Promote workplace safety and ensure adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Provide advice and assistance to staff and management on pay and benefits administration
• Arrange for repairs and maintenance of office equipment and procurement of office supplies
• Responsible for handling disputes and grievances among staff and provide advice of disciplinary action

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Human Resource
• Higher Diploma or degree in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage
• Technical knowledge in labour law
• 3 - 4 years’ experience in a similar role

Skills Requirements:

• Supervisory skills
• Team building skills
• Problem solving skills
• Basic counselling skills
• Effective verbal, listening and writing communication skills
• Computer skills including the ability to operate spread-sheets and word processing programs at a highly proficient level
• Ability to maintain information confidential

Salary Offer is: Kshs 30,000.00 gross per month.
 

How to apply: 

If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. 

Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 6th July 2012. 

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

The Mitchell Group Senior Recruitment Specialist Job in Nairobi Kenya

The Mitchell Group, Inc., an international development consulting firm based in Washington, DC, is currently seeking expressions of interest from qualified consultants for an upcoming USAID/East Africa project to provide qualitative, quantitative and analytical information to support USAID/Kenya in making informed program management decisions.

Background & Objectives

The purpose of the project is to provide support to the Government of Kenya and other development partners who are supporting USAID/Kenya overall goals.

The USAID/Kenya program covers a wide range of activities under the following assistance programs: Health, Population and HIV/AIDS; Basic Education; Youth; Governing Justly and Democratically; and Economic Growth, Environment and Natural Resources Management.

Senior Recruitment Specialist

The full-time Recruitment Specialist will create and/or maintain an extensive database of qualified experts (both international and local) that can be mined for task orders; to establish protocols with a variety of advertising mechanisms so that solicitations can be quickly placed as needs arise; and to efficiently and effectively manage the personnel screening and selection processes. 

This person will also work closely with field-based recruitment staff to ensure effective parallel recruitment processes and relationships are built in Kenya for local STTA.

The Recruitment Specialist must have:

• At least 7 years’ of professional experience in staff recruitment, preferably in the international development field.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a business administration field.

How to apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their:

• Current CV/resume
• A brief cover letter
• Completed and signed AID1420 Biodata sheet form

to jenkinsc@the-mitchellgroup.com , bernicey@the-mitchellgroup.com.

In the subject line, please indicate the position to which you are applying. 

CV/resumes will be reviewed as they are received, early application is encouraged. 

No phone calls please.

Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 20 Jul 2012

Job Vacancy at the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi

The Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi represents Sweden in Kenya, Somalia, Seychelles and Comoros. The Embassy also represents Sweden in UNEP and UN-HABITAT.
 

The Embassy represents and advances Swedish policies, interests and values in political and economic relations, development cooperation, in trade and investment promotion and in cultural and information matters. 

It provides consular services to Swedish nationals and migration services to non-nationals. There is 66 staff working in the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi, which makes it the second largest Swedish Embassy in the world.

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

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

Main Duties

• In close cooperation with other donors (particularly DFID) assess the health sector and developments and identification of strategic interventions for Swedish support.
• Actively contribute to the development of the new Joint Health and Nutrition Programme and related coordination processes.  
• Promote Swedish health policy priorities in dialogue with partners, such as Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).
• Plan, administer and follow up on Swedish funded projects by, inter alia: assessing and approving funding applications including budgets; preparing decisions/contracts and agreements; reviewing and approving narrative, financial and audit reports. Responsibility for general quality assurance of the portfolio, with emphasis on agreement conditions and anti-corruption.
• Financial management, including follow up of disbursements and payments, using the in-house financial system: PLUS.
• Contribute to the development of Swedish strategies and policies for Somalia.
• Operational/strategic planning and reporting.
• Represent the Embassy and Sweden and actively participate, in coordination fora, steering committees, program reviews and field visits.
• Build relationships and develop networks through interaction and continuous dialogue with a multitude of actors, bi laterally and multilaterally.
• Report and update relevant stakeholders on relevant emerging issues in Somalia.
• Travel to Somalia as necessary.

Qualifications

• Academic Degree in social sciences preferably with a focus on development issues or other relevant academic background.
• Minimum 5 years relevant working experience with development assistance, at least two of which have involved social sectors preferably health.
• Grants management experience from working with donors, international agencies or international NGOs.
• Experience of working in a fragile state context.  Knowledge about the political and development context in Somalia highly desirable.
• Ability to seek information independently and be able to analyse complex data in order to make assessments.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English. Swedish would be an added advantage.
• Administrative competence and computer skills (incl. Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Good drafting and reporting skills are essential

Merits

• Experience from working as consultant in the above mentioned programme areas and/or working with NGOs or regional organisations in Africa.
• Experience working with development co-operation based at an Embassy or a Development Agency.

Personal attributes

• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and undertake multiple tasks simultaneously
• Respect for cultural diversity, with the ability to fit into a diverse team and to establish networks.
• Excellent organization skills, strong oral and written communication skills with good command of English.
• Self driven with ability to work unsupervised.

Indicative start date for the position is September 1, 2012.

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

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

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

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Laboratory and Allied Sales Administrator Job in Kenya

Sales Administrator

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacant position of a Sales Administrator.

He will be reporting to the Sales Manager

Duties And Responsibilities

• Administrative role in supporting the sales team and provide an important link between the salesperson and the client like raising quotations, chasing sales quotes,, creating sales documents and proposals, generating reports related to sales activities and revenue data, as well as handling customer and prioritizing customer requests while the sales team is out of the office.
• Processing all sales-related paperwork and arranging appointments for salespeople to visit new and established customers.
• Prepare and process sales orders.
• Communicate with Sales Managers regarding order and delivery status
• Generate client leads, answer client queries and prepare sales documentation by communicating and handling customer information.
• Dealing with invoices, chasing up overdue payments and monitoring ongoing orders. Those working in this particular area of sales are often the first point of contact for customers, who may need assistance with orders, requests and complaints
• Maintain current and accurate customer files and information

Education Requirements

• Diploma in Business Administration is desirable
• Minimum 2 years related experience
• Working in a pharmaceutical firm will be an added advantage.
• Some accounting and secretarial skills are an added advantage, as the job may involve taking on documentation duties.

Other Qualifications

• Proven communication skills both orally and written with customers and internal colleagues
• Customer focused individual who believes in ensuring promises are delivered upon and can foster a climate of trust and cooperation with colleagues and customers
• Strong experience with PC based communications and analysis including Internet, E-mail, MS Office.

Urgently Required: ASAP

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email tohr@laballied.com or sales@laballied.com

Kindly note that only successful candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview