Legal Secretary Job in Kenya

Our client a middle sized law firm seeks to recruit a Legal Secretary

Legal secretaries provide secretarial and administrative support to lawyers and legal executives.

If you work in this field you will be in charge of keeping vital records up to date and for typing up letters and important legal documents.

The incumbent will have additional duties such as answering the phones, filing, organizing diaries and
booking appointments and preparing court forms.

Although lawyers are known to burn the midnight oil, you’ll work normal office hours 7:15am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

The ideal candidate should:-

• Have excellent Secretarial training.
• Have worked in a busy law firm for at least 2 years and should have vast knowledge and experience dealing with Conveyancing and Litigation documents.
• Be computer literate.
• Have excellent skills in Communication and Public Relations.
• Be ready to work under a very demanding schedule and ability to handle pressure.
• Have excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Have the ability to work with minimum or no supervision.

In addition you will need to be:

• Computer literate and a good typist
• Discreet
• Good at spelling and grammar
• Able to meet deadlines
• Polite and helpful
• Accurate and show good attention to detail

If qualified send your CV to dreamjobconsultants@gmail.com by 17th April, 2013, indicating your salary expectation.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Wajir County Government Jobs: County Executive Committee Members, County Chief Officers , County Secretary , County Public Service Board Chairperson, Members and Secretary

Wajir County Government
 

Office of The Governor
 

Vacancies
 

The office of the Governor, Wajir County wishes to recruit competent and qualified professionals to  fill the following positions as per the Constitution of Kenya 2010 under article 176 (first schedule) and sections44, 46 & 57 of the County Government Act, no. 17/2012:

1. County Executive Committee Members (10 posts), 

County Chief Officers  (10 posts)
 

The following functional areas are essential:

• Finance & Economic Planning
• Agriculture and Livestock Development
• Water, Energy, Forestry, Environment & Natural Resources
• Public Health, Medical Services and Sanitation
• Education, Youth Affairs, Culture and Social Services
• Lands, Physical Planning & Housing
• Public Works, Roads & Transport
• County Public Service Management
• Trade, Industrialization, Cooperative Development Tourism & Wildlife
• Information, Communication & EGovernment

Requirements for County Executive Committee member, the candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be holder of at least first degree from a recognized University
• Have a minimum of five (5) years working experience in any of the above relevant functional areas
• Satisfies the requirement of chapter six of the constitution on Leadership and Integrity
• Not be a holder of any other state or public office

Requirements for County Chief Officer, the candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be a holder of a first degree from a recognized University
• Have a minimum of 10 years of Working experience in a relevant functional area
• Satisfies the requirement of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity
• Not a holder of any other state of public office

The Key responsibilities of County Chief Officers are but not limited to the following:
 

(i) Responsible to respective County Executive Committee member for administration of one of the functional areas/County  Departments listed as above:
 

(ii) To advice respective County Executive Committee member and provide support needed for the day-to-day Management of the County Departments

(iii) As Accounting Officers of the County Departments will be required to manage a complex set of multiple accountabilities

Read more on duties for the jobs and expectations of the positions as outlined in the County Government Act, no. 17 of 2012.

NB: A masters Degree will be an added advantage for both positions.

2. County Public Service Board:
 

Chairperson  (1 post), 

Members (5 Posts) and
 

Secretary (1 post)
 

For appointment to these positions, the candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Be in possession of a first degree from a recognized university
• For Chairperson and Vice Chairpersons not less than ten years working experience and for members not less than 5 years working experience
• Certify the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity
• Demonstrates professionalism
• Should not be a public or a state officer
• Understands the diversity within the County
• Be visionary and a strategic thinker
• The Secretary must be a Certified Public Secretary of a good professional standing

NB: A Masters Degree will be an added advantage
 

3. County Secretary 

1 Post

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Secretary to the County Executive Committee
• Head of County Public Service
• Implement Policies passed by County Executive Committee
• Under take other functions as may be directed by the County Executive Committee

For appointment to County Secretary  position, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be a graduate with Masters Degree from a recognized University
• Have working experience of not less than ten (10) years
• Have track record in managing and implementing projects
• Satisfies six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and Integrity
• Have done Strategic Leadership Development Programme of not less than six weeks

How to apply:
 

Applicants applying for job should attach a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport and other relevant supporting documents. 

All applications should be clearly marked on the envelope with applicants stating the position for which they are applying and addressed to:
 

The Interim County Secretary,
Wajir County
P.O.Box 9-70200
Wajir
 

Manual applications should be delivered to  office of The Interim County Secretary’s office located at former Wajir County  Council. 

Online applications should be  emailed to: cswajir2013@yahoo.com.

The applications should reach The Interim  County Secretary not later than 26th April  2013.

Wajir County is an equal opportunity employer hence encourages women and the physically  challenged persons to apply. 

Note: Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. 

Canvassing will  lead to automatic disqualification.

The Governor
Wajir County

KIPI Legal Officer 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:

Legal Officer I 

Grade KP 5 

Ref No. 6

1 Position
 

Requirements / Qualifications

• An Upper second class LLB degree or its equivalent from a recognized university.
• A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
• Admission to the Roll of Advocates.
• A current practicing certificate.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinating the implementation of the provisions of all the legislations administered by the Institute.
• Undertaking research on various legal aspects and processes related to the mandate of the Institute.
• Gathering information required to complete court cases.
• Providing legal advice to the Institute.
• Facilitating registration of Trade Marks and Geographical Indications, Technology transfer agreements, Licenses and Assignments.
• Liaising with external lawyers appointed by the Institute.
• Drafting contracts as required by the Institute.
• Attending court proceedings on behalf of the Institute; and
• Any other duties as 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

Judges and Magistrate vetting Board Various Office Administration & Clerical Jobs in Kenya

The Judges and Magistrate vetting Board was established pursuant to section 23 of the sixth schedule to the Constitution and the vetting of Judges and Magistrates Act 2011. 

The objective of the board is to vet the suitability of all the Judges and Magistrates who were in office on the effective date to continue to serve in accordance with the values and principles set out in Article 10 and 159 of the constitution. 

It shall operate for one year from the date of operationalization.

The Judges and Magistrates Vetting Board wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self-driven individuals;

• Administrative Officer, 
• Legal/Administrative Assistants, 
• Hansard Editors, 
• Hansard Transcribers,
• Audio recorders and Technicians, 
• Supply Chain Management Officer, 
• Internal Audit Assistant Personal Secretaries,
  Receptionist, 
• Drivers, 
• Process servers, 
• Clerical officers, and 
• Office Assistants.

Receipt of these applications close on Monday 3rd September, 2012 by 17.00 hours Judges and Magistrate Vetting Board is an equal opportunity employer. 

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested Candidates should visit our website www.jmvb.or.ke to view detailed job profile. 

Applicants are required to complete PSC 2 (revised 2007)forms in triplicate.

The forms can be downloaded from the Public Service Commission of Kenya website www.publicservice.go.ke. 

In addition applicants should attached copies of academic and professional certificate and submit a brief write up stating overall suitability for the position together with detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Judges and Magistrate Vetting Board
P.o Box 103732-00101
Nairobi.

Gender Based Violence Counsellor Job in Kenya

Centre for Rights Education and Awareness

CREAW is inviting applications from individuals for the following position:

Gender Based Violence Counsellor

Duty Station: Nairobi

CREAW is a non-governmental, non-partisan, membership organization based in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Our purpose is to promote the realization of a just society and of equal rights by women and men. 

CREAW’s Vision is that of a just and free society in which women and men exercise equal and full rights and opportunities. 

While our Mission is to transform the Kenyan society through the promotion and expansion of women’s human rights, rule of law and social justice.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the programs coordinator/ Deputy Director the GBV Counsellor will provide technical support and leadership required for the successful implementation of all psychosocial activities, including the provision of direct counselling to survivors of gender based violence and case management. 

The GBV Counsellor will be responsible for training case managers on basic counselling skills to respond to cases of GBV in the project areas and ensure effective case management. 

This includes providing ongoing training and mentorship for case managers and utilizing monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure high quality services.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Monitor and supervise case management, including capacity building through training, mentorship and on-the-job support for case managers. Training topics may include active listening and effective communication, action and safety planning, basic concepts, and other related topics.
• Participate in the development of professional, effective and appropriate Gender based violence (GBV) psychosocial programming, including direct individual and group counselling support in CREAW.
• Provide professional and confidential services to survivors of GBV, grounded in the CREAW’s holistic, survivor-centered case management approach.
• Assist in the development and provision of psychosocial activities at the CREAW’s satellite office in Kibera and other target districts including Kamukunji, Makadara, Dagoretti based on participatory community assessments.
• Provide training, mentorship, and other technical support to case managers and service providers directly involved with the psychosocial component of the CREAW’s GBV programme.
• Strengthen and maintain networks with community leaders and groups and service providers to ensure that survivors receive compassionate support from the community and to encourage greater communication, collaboration and coordination among partners (protection, health, legal, and psychosocial sectors).
• Conducting response-related trainings to key community stakeholders to promote quality service provision.
• Collect and collate data about GBV and monitor trends and emerging issues.
• Assist with developing adequate project monitoring systems and help to ensure that case managers utilize these systems correctly and consistently.
• Assist with preparing all relevant reports regarding the CREAW’s psychosocial activities.
• Ensure timely implementation of psychosocial programme activities.
• Provide leadership and guidance regarding psychosocial activities to all case managers to ensure all programme activities meet best practice standards.
• Work in collaboration with case managers to ensure ongoing needs of women and girls are being met through prevention-related activities.
• Lead awareness-raising and/or sensitization campaigns on the CREAW’s psychosocial activities and other GBV services in collaboration with the case managers
• Participate in development of monthly outreach plans with case managers, based on case trends and ongoing needs of women and girls, include strategies to reach women and girls who are more isolated/have special needs.
• Fulfil any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of Degree in Counselling and/or Psychology. A Social Science or related degree is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of direct psychosocial/counselling experience with a reputable agency; experience working with survivors of violence preferred.
• Clear understanding of gender, abuse of power, and issues surrounding Gender based violence.
• Able to maintain confidentiality, medical ethics and respect for clients at all times.
• Experience in participatory techniques and community mobilization
• Able to lead, train, supervise, facilitate and motivate GBV case managers in their respective tasks in a professional, respectful and supportive manner.
• Positive, highly motivated, innovative, with strong organizational and inter-personal skills.
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining attention to quality and detail.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications, including MS Word and Excel.
• Able to work under minimum supervision
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English/ Kiswahili, including writing clear and concise reports.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with organizing, facilitating or conducting any of the following community activities: community discussions, surveys, group activities, etc.
• Experience working in a GBV programme

Interested applicants should include a letter of application, brief motivational statement, Curriculum Vitae and testimonials to:

The Selection Committee,
Centre for Rights Education and Awareness,
Convent drive, Lavington off Isaac Gathanju Road,
P.O. Box 11964-00100, GPO
Nairobi

Tel. 020-3860640/3861016
Mobile : 0720357664
E-mail: vacancies@creawkenya.org
Applications must be received on or before 7th September 2012.

Disclaimer

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly.
• CREAW is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• CREAW considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to sex, religion, sexual
• orientation, age, marital status or disability.
• CREAW does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• CREAW does not use agencies for its recruitment process.

KNCHR Deputy Commission Secretary Job in Nairobi (Salary Kshs 330, 580 – 456,410)

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles. 

It is a constitutional commission created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 with the core mandate of furthering the protection and promotion of human rights in Kenya. 

The Commission acts as a watchdog over the Government in the area of human rights, and provides leadership in moving the country towards a human rights state.

The Commission fulfils its human rights mandate through a number of programmes, including Research and Compliance, Public Education and Training, Complaints and Investigations, Redress and Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. 

The Commissions’ main office is in Nairobi and currently it has two regional offices in Wajir and Kitale.

The Commission is inviting applications for the following position;

Deputy Commission Secretary 

Ref: HR/DCS/12/07/3

Reports To: Commission Secretary

Location: Head Office

Duration: 5 years Contract

Salary Range: Kshs 330, 580 – Kshs 456,410

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing administrative and program implementation, in line with the Commission SP, mission, vision and goals and approved work plans.
• Quality control on all departments’ outputs to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate.
• Coordinate annual planning and preparation of annual work plans and budgets for the Commission.
• Coordination and supervision of work plan implementation including convening and chairing progress review meetings.
• Coordinate preparation of department quarterly, special and annual reports.
• Approval of procurement and expenditure for activity implementation in line with approved work plans.
• Provide capacity building in line with the Commissions knowledge and talent management strategies.
• Fundraising for various programs of the Commission and preparation and submission of grant reports to donors.
• Supervision and monitoring of departmental heads including heads of regional offices.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Commission Secretary and Commissioners.

Minimum requirements

• Minimum of a Masters Degree in Social Sciences (PhD is an added advantage) .
• Post graduate qualification in Strategic and project Management, planning, proposal writing /Administration, governance and human Rights.
• Excellent capacity in compilation of reports.
• Twelve years work Experience with at least five years at a supervisory level.

Other Attributes

In addition to the above qualifications, the suitable candidate should posses the following skills and attributes;

• Strong Leadership and strategic management skills.
• Demonsratable financial management, planning and Budgeting knowledge and skills
• Monitoring and Evaluation knowledge and skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must be a person of high integrity and self discipline.
• Good organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Computer literacy, ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.

KNCHR is an equal opportunity employer which offers a competitive remuneration commensurate to qualifications and experience.

If you possess the above qualities for the positions, please send your application clearly indicating the position, and the Ref No. on both the letter and envelope or on the subject matter of the email, together with a detailed C.V, a daytime telephone contact, and names and telephone contacts of three referees to reach us by 17th August 2012 to:

The Commission Secretary,
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
Lenana Road, CVS Plaza, 1st Floor
P. O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi

Email: recruitments@knchr.org

National Cohesion Assistant Directors Civic Education & Reconciliation and Integration, and Investigations Officer Jobs

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission was established to facilitate and promote equality of opportunity, good relations, harmony and peaceful co-existence between persons of different ethnic and racial communities of Kenya and to advise the Government on all aspects thereof.

The Commission intends to recruit highly professional self driven individuals to fill the following vacant positions:

1. Assistant Director Civic Education and Advocacy – NCIC 3

Duties and Responsibilities:

• In charge of the department of Civic Education and Advocacy.
• Preparation of work schedules, plans and budgets.
• Developing and updating NCIC Civic Education and Advocacy material and disseminating the same to the public.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Have served for a period of seven (7) years in a field relevant to Civic Education and Advocacy four (4) of which should have been at a senior supervisory level either in the Public Service, Private Sector, NGO or an International Organization or as an Assistant Lecturer.
• Have a Masters Degree in Law, Education or any other relevant Social Science.
• Have demonstrated professional competence in Civic Education and Advocacy or a related field.

 2. Assistant Director Reconciliation and Integration – NCIC 3

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop work plans and coordinate reconciliation and integration activities.
• Responsible for peace-building, conflict management and inter community dialogue activities.
• Spearhead the development of peace-building and conflict management advocacy materials in liaison with the Communications and Media Relations Office.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Have served for at least seven (7) years in the field of Peace-building, community education or advocacy three (3) of which should be at a senior supervisory level.
• Have a Masters degree in Conflict Management or any other related field.

3. Investigations Officer – NCIC 5

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertaking investigations into crimes related to the provisions of the NCI Act 2008.
• Preparing reports of findings and making appropriate recommendations.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Over six years investigative experience.
• Have a Bachelors Degree in criminology, Law or IT.
• Possess excellent report writing skills.
• Good understanding of the Criminal Procedure Code, Penal Code and the NCI Act.
• No pending cases in court or before any disciplinary committee in the Police Force or any other body.

Detailed job description and requirements for the positions are found on our website: www.cohesion.or.ke

Applications attaching CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials should be forwarded not later than 17th August, 2012 to:

Commission Secretary / CEO
National Cohesion and Integration Commission
KMA Centre, 6th Floor
Mara Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 7055 - 00100
Nairobi

Save the Children Regional Humanitarian Operations Director, and Director Of Member Service Jobs

About us

For over 90 years, Save the Children has been making a difference in children’s lives in more than 120 countries. We are the world’s largest independent child rights organization. 

From emergency relief to long-term development, Save the Children secures a child’s right to health, education and protection.

Save the Children is an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.

We are looking to recruit two positions to be based in our East Africa Regional Office:

Regional Humanitarian Operations Director

About the role

As a member of the E Africa regional team, the Regional Humanitarian Operations Director will take shared responsibility for the transformation of the region to a new operating model whilst delivering
Save the Children’s strategy within the region.

The Regional Humanitarian Operations Director will ensure and enable that Country Offices in the region 

1. meet operating standards for preparedness; 
2. grow their humanitarian programme portfolio and programming capacity; 
3. respond effectively and efficiently to humanitarian crises; 
4. access surge capacity, humanitarian management and DRR expertise from Members.

Key selection criteria

• Emergency management track record including humanitarian field operations experience in both complex and rapid onset emergencies
• Knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices in emergency management
• Experience of emergency preparedness and disaster risk reduction frameworks and approaches
• Good knowledge of one or several of Save the Children’s core emergency sectors (health, nutrition, food security and livelihoods, child protection, education, shelter, water/sanitation/ hygiene)
• Project management and advisory skills
• Training, facilitation, and team building skills
• Commitment to Save the Children values
• Desire to build a professional career in humanitarian work with Save the Children
• Able and willing to undertake new functions and responsibilities and dramatically change work practices and hours, including working with incoming teams, in the event of a humanitarian crisis
• Willingness to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time

Desirable:

• A qualification in disaster management or related area
• Experience of working in a range of countries in East Africa region
• Fluency in English is desirable.

Director Of Member Service

About the role

As a key member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Director of Members Service will take shared responsibility for the transformation of the region to a new operating model whilst also delivering Save the Children’s strategy within the region. 

The position holder will be accountable to the Regional Director for providing leadership to ensure excellence in serving Members and their Donors, in addition to developing and leading a professional Member Service function at regional level that enables excellent Member Service throughout the region

Key selection criteria

• Substantial international management, customer service and relationship management experience in a complex organisation
• Demonstrable track record of leading change, preferably including developing countries, which has led to significant results for the organisation and their stakeholders
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
• Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
• Experience of exposure to developing countries
• Experience of building personal networks at senior levels, resulting in securing significant new opportunities for the organisation
• Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
• Commitment to Save the Children values
• Able and willing to undertake new functions and responsibilities and dramatically change work practices and hours, including working with incoming teams, in the event of a humanitarian crisis
• Willingness to travel at short notice and for extended periods of time

Please send a copy of your CV with a cover letter to 

EA.recruitment@savethechildren.org.

Hard copy applications should be addressed to 

Save the Children International EA Regional Office, 

Box 19423, 202 KNH, 

Nairobi, Kenya, 

and may be handed into the Save the Children Regional Office.

For more information please visit our websitewww.savethechildren.net/jobs

Applications close on July 14th 2012.

We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself. 

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with children are considered for these posts. 

All successful applicants will therefore be required to complete a Police Check and must sign onto our Child Protection Policy and organizational Code of Conduct.

Child Protection Project Manager Job Vacancy

Position: Project Manager – Child Protection
 

Location: Mogadishu, Hargeisa and Nairobi – according to security situation
 

Duration: 6 months - renewable
 

Reports to: Desk Officer - HQ

Summary:
 

CESVI is working in East Africa since 2008 through its Nairobi Regional Office and is implementing a Multi-Donor Child Protection Program in Kenya and Somalia.

CESVI Child Protection program is implemented both in Somalia and in Kenya, both development and emergency set up. 

Thanks to a flexible set up and an in house expertise on child issues, strategies and actions are coordinated among the entire region by CESVI regional office through its field offices in rural and urban areas. 

CESVI is an active participant of nationals and regional coordination forum and child protection working groups.

The child protection program is divided among three action paths:

• NSAs and Government (Central and Local) capacity building in order to identify and address child protection issues as well as supporting creation, update and enforcement of child policies in targeted countries.
• Enhancing psychosocial support delivery and referral mechanisms for children victims, especially in post-conflict or conflict contexts
• Emergency Child protection intervention in humanitarian crisis in Somalia (Banadir and Gedo region) and Kenya (NE Province).

Job Description

Child Protection Project Manager

The duty stations will be Nairobi with frequent field visits in Somaliland and Somalia field offices
 

The person will report to the Desk Officer at HQs.
 

Cesvi Nairobi Regional Office will coordinate, support and supervise the operations at field level.

Key responsibilities

• S/He will be responsible for the overall project management, implementation of the project(s) and for overseeing administration, accounting, procurement and staffing issues related to the project(s).
• S/He will oversee the planning and implementation of the activities and ensure that objectives are achieved and that appropriate quality, functioning and assistance is established and maintained for setting up policies, strategies and laws to comply with international conventions and standards.
• S/He will also provide adequate and timely technical guidance, supervision, capacity building and management support to the local staff and actors involved in the project.
• S/He will ensure that the right support is given in terms of identification of needs and existing competencies; development of curricula; coordination; supervision; facilitation support and progress assessment.
• S/He will ensure the elaboration of monthly internal report to be submitted to CESVI Regional Office for Somalia and Kenya on achievements, projects, problems encountered, pertinent developments, and strategic needs
• S/He will supervise all project activities, guaranteeing a constant support to all project stakeholders
• S/He will guarantee clear documentation of all project activities, through reports and other visibility tools, as required and agreed upon with Cesvi HQs.
• S/He will represent Cesvi in various coordination fora and ensure coherence of Cesvi mission and strategy with that of the Human Rights and Democracy for Somalia.
• Manage liaisons with donor(s), local and international NGOs and IGOs, private sector, civil society associations and other counterparts.
• S/He will keep informed of the project activities donors, UN and NGOs active in Somalia to ensure proper advocacy and improve collaboration and coherence of interventions-
• S/He will attend meetings with local representatives of the un and local concerned authorities, as well as with and other donors or project stakeholders, whenever required.
• S/He will attend meetings with UN Agencies representatives, local and international NGOs officers, private sector and civil society representatives, whenever required
• S/He will be constantly involved in the development of new project proposals for private and public donors, according to Cesvi Country strategy
• S/He will report to the Desk Officer for Kenya and Somalia at HQs level, through e-mails, other mailing, telephone calls and periodic reports, as required
• S/He will maintain daily contacts with Cesvi Regional Nairobi Office and will ensure effective distance supervision / remote control when in Nairobi.
• S/He will carry out briefing and de-briefing with the Desk Officer for Kenya and Somalia at Headquarters level and/or with the Regional Representative in Nairobi, at the beginning and at the end of his/her assignment
• S/He will attend a compulsory training at the beginning of his/her assignment at Headquarters level
• S/He will be involved in visibility actions taken by CESVI headquarters in order to promote in-country activities and to raise funds accordingly

Requirements

• University-advanced degree in Social Sciences, International Law or related fields
• Experience (3-5 years) in development and/or emergency projects management and implementation.
• Experience (3-5 years) in international NGOs
• Previous experience in Child Protection interventions and working experience(s) in foreign countries
• Human rights programme management experience in developing area or in countries in emergencies.
• Demonstrate experience in managing multi-partner projects and multi-location projects
• Demonstrate experience to work in post-conflict areas where security is an issue
• Be able to facilitate the further development of emergency programmes in the area and to identify and quickly react to funding opportunities.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise report and project proposals - writing skills
• Leading and representation skills – liaison/negotiation and lobbying
• Ability to make effective decisions under time pressure
• Ability to cope with isolated environment
• Capacity to work independently, strong strategic and creative thinking
• Fluency in English (oral and written).

Desirable competencies

• Good administration and accounting skills (on-the-spot constant supervision and monitoring upon project administration is required)
• Previous work experience in Somalia and knowledge of Somali language is an asset.
• Office management skills
• Problem solving

How to apply

Persons qualified for this position are invited to submit their CV(including 3 referees) and COVER LETTER to CESVI to the e-mail address recruitment.nairobi@cesvioverseas.org

Subject line must include: Project Manager – Child Protection
 

Please include actual salary and expected salary in your cover letter. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications is 9th July 2012.
 

However Cesvi reserves the right to close the vacancy before the above mentioned date in case a large number of applications is received.  

Director of Tax, Tax Dept Associates, Commercial Dept Associates and Conveyancing & Bank Securities Dept Associates Jobs in Kenya

We are a leading law firm in Kenya with international affiliation seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions: -
 

1. Director of Tax 

(1 Position)
 

Our Tax Department team provides consulting services to our clients on many local and international tax matters, including, but not limited to, corporate restructurings, transfer pricing, effective tax rate, mergers and acquisitions and post-merger integrations.
 

Responsibilities
 

To provide and supervise the delivery of value adding tax advisory and compliance services to clients
 

To mentor and supervise associates in the department
 

Qualifications

• An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Minimum of 8 years tax experience gained in a reputable tax advisory firm
• Prior experience in international tax planning
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will be an added advantage
• Strong leadership skills and ability to exceed client expectations
• Ability to work independently

2. Associate in Tax Department 

(1 Position)
 

Responsibilities
 

To deliver value adding tax advisory and compliance services to clients
 

Qualifications

• An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Minimum of three years industry tax experience in a reputable organization
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will be an added advantage
• Ability to work independently

3. Senior Associate in Commercial Department 

(1 Position)
 

Responsibilities
 

The position will involve handling complex commercial transactions.
 

Qualifications
 

The ideal candidate must: -

• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate specializing in Commercial Practice
• Possess post qualification experience of at least four (4) years in a busy Commercial law firm or Legal Department of a large organization
• Demonstrate initiative/ability to work independently

4. Associate in Commercial Department 

(3 Positions)
 

The position will involve handling commercial transactions
 

Qualifications
 

The ideal candidate must: -

• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate specializing in Commercial practice
• Possess a post qualification experience of at least two (2) years in a busy law firm or in a Legal Department of a large organization
• Demonstrate initiative/ability to work independently

5. Associate in Conveyancing and Bank Securities Department 

(2 Positions)
 

The position will involve preparation and registration of conveyancing and bank security documents, liaising with clients and carrying out ancillary duties.
 

Qualifications
 

The ideal candidate must: -

• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate specializing in Conveyancing and Bank Securities practice
• Possess a post qualification experience of at least two (2) years in a busy law firm or in a legal department of a large organization
• Demonstrate ability to work independently

In addition to competitive remuneration and benefits, the successful candidates will be eligible to regional and global secondment as well as participation in the Firm’s training programme involving local, regional, and webinar training on topical issues.

Please send your application, CV and copies of certificates to,
 

DN/A 1320, 

P.O. Box 49010-00100, 

GPO, Nairobi 

so as to be received not later than the 16th July, 2012.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Law Firm Advocate Job in Kenya

Advocate

A law firm based in Nairobi urgently requires an advocate in its Civil Litigation department with at least three years experience. 

Applicants MUST indicate their current or expected net salary.

Deadline of submission is 15/07/2012.

Apply to Human Resource,
P.O. Box 51224-00200, Nairobi.

Save the Children Emergency Proposal Writing Officer Job in Nairobi

Terms of Reference
 

Job Title:Emergency Proposal Writing Officer
 

Place of Work:Somalia Programme – Nairobi
 

Reports to:Emergency programmes support coordinator
 

Reporting to position: N/A
 

Save the Children (SC) is an international organization with 27 member organizations across the globe. It is united by a common mission and brand but, to some extent, has until now been working independently from country to country and within countries. 

With the decision by all Save the Children organizations to create an International Programmes Unit (IPU) taken in 2010, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries. 

This will result in one organisation at the national level in each country and a unified programme delivery structure for all Save the Children International Members.
 

Save the Children UK, Denmark and Finland unified in Somalia in January 2010 under the name Save the Children in Somalia which will move to the IPU model by the end of 2012. 

After one year of unification and as a result of an active fundraising strategy the programme budget was over GBP 10m covering thematic areas of protection, child survival (which includes health, nutrition and livelihoods), education, and Child Rights Governance.
 

Function Purpose
 

The proposal writer will serve as primary writer for the development of proposals to support the emergency response. S/he will work closely with emergency technical advisers, technical coordinators, logistics manager and the emergency finance and grants managers.
 

Key accountabilities

• In conjunction with Grants manager ensure that all appropriate donor and Save the Children formats for proposals are available in-country and that key contributing staff have a clear understanding of donor requirements and expectations for the proposal.
• Create and maintain a list of potential donors and their specific funding preferences and deadlines for proposal submission; track progress of proposals, submission dates, amounts, etc.
• Ensure “quality control” checks on all proposals for submission and that adequate HR and operational costs have been included.
• Ensure all proposal development and sign-off procedures are followed.
• Gather information from technical advisors and other relevant team members, assessment teams and sitreps and other relevant sources necessary for drafting proposals.
• Transform information gathered, objectives set and results expected into required formats and in line with requirements of each donor and SC Member.
• Consult relevant technical advisors on specific program interventions
• Under the supervision of the Technical Program Manager, liaise with SC Members to understand the different donor needs and requirements.
• Provide additionally requested information in relation to proposals from donors, SCI or SC members promptly and accurately and make necessary revisions based on feedback.
• Support Grants manager in the negotiation of project commencement and conclusion, budget and payment schedule, reporting dates and requirements with donor or Save the Children member.
• Work closely with the emergency finance team, Logistics Manager as well as relevant technical staff to develop proposal budgets.
• Ensure all proposals are reviewed and approved by Response Team Leader or delegate before final submission to the donor.
• Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child rights and safeguarding, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.

Deliverables:

• Working with finance and programs to identify funding gaps that are combined on a funding gap tracker to target future opportunities
• Development of proposal timeline tracker

Core Competencies & Qualifications
 

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience of writing winning proposals for key institutional donors. Demonstrated experience of proposal development in at least three of Save the Children’s core emergency sectors (Health, nutrition, FSL, WASH, ,Shelter, education and CP)
• Minimum two years of working with Humanitarian organisations in related roles to proposal writing/ coordination for international donors.
• Demonstrated experience developing multiple narrative and cost proposals simultaneously
• Knowledge of CAP and Flash Appeals processes
• Experience working in a demanding environment and with a challenging context.
• Understanding of donor compliance and key reporting procedures
• Good negotiation, communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Good personal organisational skills, including time management, and ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to work within a multicultural setting
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles
• Information Communication Technology literate
• Budgeting development experience
• Bachelors degree level in social sciences, development or related subjects.
• Masters degree in project management desirable

Child Safeguarding Policy
 

As an employee with Save the Children you are required to comply with the practices and principles as stated in the organizations Child Safeguarding Policy, both in the course of your employment and in your private life. 

The Child Safeguarding Policy aims to ensure that all children who come into contact with Save the Children are safe from abuse, neglect, exploitation and harm of all kinds. 

As an employee within Save the Children you are committed to uphold these standards and to report according to local reporting procedures if you suspect that a child we work with are put in any risk of being harmed or abused as a result of the organizations actions. 

You are further obliged to undertake induction and training on the Child Safeguarding Policy.
 

Code of Conduct
 

Because Save the Children's work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children's rights and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.
 

Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org. 

Application Closing Date: Will be Friday 06th July 2012. However, the closing date may be earlier than this date due to the urgency in filling the position.