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Financial Controller: Aga Khan Academy Mombasa Jobs

Title: Financial Controller

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 21 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society.

Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

Based in Mombasa, Kenya, the Financial Controller will provide accounting and finance leadership at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, reporting, performance monitoring and risk management. Primary responsibilities include managing books, records and the accounting staff of the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.

More specifically, this will require the Financial Controller to:

* Manage the system as to ensure the integrity of the financial data and reporting as well as adherence to financial best practices.
* Fully utilize the accounting system for monthly closing and financial reporting on a timely basis.
* Lead the budgeting process for the Academy, working closely with the Academies Unit and the Head of Academy, ensuring input from the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Heads of Department (Academic and non-Academic).
* Track financial performance against budget and provide variance and trend analysis, along with other management reports, as per the reporting schedule prepared by the Academies Unit.
* Provide leadership in developing benchmarks, both from internal and external sources, for management and evaluation purposes.
* Utilise the fixed assets register and provide necessary support and analysis for capital expenditures.
* Manage treasury, AR and AP functions to optimize cash flow and working capital.
* Working closely with the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, review student financial aid profile and report financial aid against budget.
* Manage payroll system and ensure appropriate contracts are in place for all staff.
* Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliances are achieved.
* Implement internal controls to comply with both internal and external audit requirements.
* Working closely with the Head of Administration, review, negotiate and set up all service contracts and report on procurement for the Academy.
* Actively engage with the SMT in developing policies and procedures for the finance department.
* Carry out a regular review of insurable risks and work with other AKDN agencies in maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
* Identify and set up processes to obtain benefits in accordance with the protocol between the AKDN agency and the Government of Kenya.
* Ensure the safekeeping of contractual and other legal documents and records.
* Maintain a service culture within the department.
* Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Head of Academy or the Academies Unit at Aiglemont.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or have a comparable professional qualification with a minimum of 7 years of experience. Such experience to include leadership of the finance and accounting functions of an operating unit.
* Experience in an educational setting is desired but not required.
* Competence and demonstrated track record in the use of computerized systems, including financial software application, is required.
* Sound knowledge of management practices and principles.
* Exceptional oral and written English communications skills.
* A record of building and sustaining relationships with senior leadership.
* The ability to be a team player with the willingness to develop capacity amongst the team of local staff.
* A strong work ethic, with attention to detail, while retaining a flexible approach to problem solving.
* Capability to be highly organized and to set priorities and keep to deadlines.
* A high level of integrity needed to handle fiscal responsibilities and confidential information.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to Apply

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Financial Controller: Aga Khan Academy Mombasa Jobs

Title: Financial Controller

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 21 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society.

Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

Based in Mombasa, Kenya, the Financial Controller will provide accounting and finance leadership at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, reporting, performance monitoring and risk management. Primary responsibilities include managing books, records and the accounting staff of the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.

More specifically, this will require the Financial Controller to:

* Manage the system as to ensure the integrity of the financial data and reporting as well as adherence to financial best practices.
* Fully utilize the accounting system for monthly closing and financial reporting on a timely basis.
* Lead the budgeting process for the Academy, working closely with the Academies Unit and the Head of Academy, ensuring input from the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Heads of Department (Academic and non-Academic).
* Track financial performance against budget and provide variance and trend analysis, along with other management reports, as per the reporting schedule prepared by the Academies Unit.
* Provide leadership in developing benchmarks, both from internal and external sources, for management and evaluation purposes.
* Utilise the fixed assets register and provide necessary support and analysis for capital expenditures.
* Manage treasury, AR and AP functions to optimize cash flow and working capital.
* Working closely with the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, review student financial aid profile and report financial aid against budget.
* Manage payroll system and ensure appropriate contracts are in place for all staff.
* Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliances are achieved.
* Implement internal controls to comply with both internal and external audit requirements.
* Working closely with the Head of Administration, review, negotiate and set up all service contracts and report on procurement for the Academy.
* Actively engage with the SMT in developing policies and procedures for the finance department.
* Carry out a regular review of insurable risks and work with other AKDN agencies in maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
* Identify and set up processes to obtain benefits in accordance with the protocol between the AKDN agency and the Government of Kenya.
* Ensure the safekeeping of contractual and other legal documents and records.
* Maintain a service culture within the department.
* Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Head of Academy or the Academies Unit at Aiglemont.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or have a comparable professional qualification with a minimum of 7 years of experience. Such experience to include leadership of the finance and accounting functions of an operating unit.
* Experience in an educational setting is desired but not required.
* Competence and demonstrated track record in the use of computerized systems, including financial software application, is required.
* Sound knowledge of management practices and principles.
* Exceptional oral and written English communications skills.
* A record of building and sustaining relationships with senior leadership.
* The ability to be a team player with the willingness to develop capacity amongst the team of local staff.
* A strong work ethic, with attention to detail, while retaining a flexible approach to problem solving.
* Capability to be highly organized and to set priorities and keep to deadlines.
* A high level of integrity needed to handle fiscal responsibilities and confidential information.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to Apply

Click here to apply
Read more »

Financial Controller: Aga Khan Academy Mombasa Jobs

Title: Financial Controller

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 21 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society.

Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

Based in Mombasa, Kenya, the Financial Controller will provide accounting and finance leadership at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, reporting, performance monitoring and risk management. Primary responsibilities include managing books, records and the accounting staff of the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.

More specifically, this will require the Financial Controller to:

* Manage the system as to ensure the integrity of the financial data and reporting as well as adherence to financial best practices.
* Fully utilize the accounting system for monthly closing and financial reporting on a timely basis.
* Lead the budgeting process for the Academy, working closely with the Academies Unit and the Head of Academy, ensuring input from the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Heads of Department (Academic and non-Academic).
* Track financial performance against budget and provide variance and trend analysis, along with other management reports, as per the reporting schedule prepared by the Academies Unit.
* Provide leadership in developing benchmarks, both from internal and external sources, for management and evaluation purposes.
* Utilise the fixed assets register and provide necessary support and analysis for capital expenditures.
* Manage treasury, AR and AP functions to optimize cash flow and working capital.
* Working closely with the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, review student financial aid profile and report financial aid against budget.
* Manage payroll system and ensure appropriate contracts are in place for all staff.
* Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliances are achieved.
* Implement internal controls to comply with both internal and external audit requirements.
* Working closely with the Head of Administration, review, negotiate and set up all service contracts and report on procurement for the Academy.
* Actively engage with the SMT in developing policies and procedures for the finance department.
* Carry out a regular review of insurable risks and work with other AKDN agencies in maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
* Identify and set up processes to obtain benefits in accordance with the protocol between the AKDN agency and the Government of Kenya.
* Ensure the safekeeping of contractual and other legal documents and records.
* Maintain a service culture within the department.
* Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Head of Academy or the Academies Unit at Aiglemont.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or have a comparable professional qualification with a minimum of 7 years of experience. Such experience to include leadership of the finance and accounting functions of an operating unit.
* Experience in an educational setting is desired but not required.
* Competence and demonstrated track record in the use of computerized systems, including financial software application, is required.
* Sound knowledge of management practices and principles.
* Exceptional oral and written English communications skills.
* A record of building and sustaining relationships with senior leadership.
* The ability to be a team player with the willingness to develop capacity amongst the team of local staff.
* A strong work ethic, with attention to detail, while retaining a flexible approach to problem solving.
* Capability to be highly organized and to set priorities and keep to deadlines.
* A high level of integrity needed to handle fiscal responsibilities and confidential information.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to Apply

Click here to apply
Read more »

Financial Controller: Aga Khan Academy Mombasa Jobs

Title: Financial Controller

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 21 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society.

Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

Based in Mombasa, Kenya, the Financial Controller will provide accounting and finance leadership at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, reporting, performance monitoring and risk management. Primary responsibilities include managing books, records and the accounting staff of the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.

More specifically, this will require the Financial Controller to:

* Manage the system as to ensure the integrity of the financial data and reporting as well as adherence to financial best practices.
* Fully utilize the accounting system for monthly closing and financial reporting on a timely basis.
* Lead the budgeting process for the Academy, working closely with the Academies Unit and the Head of Academy, ensuring input from the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Heads of Department (Academic and non-Academic).
* Track financial performance against budget and provide variance and trend analysis, along with other management reports, as per the reporting schedule prepared by the Academies Unit.
* Provide leadership in developing benchmarks, both from internal and external sources, for management and evaluation purposes.
* Utilise the fixed assets register and provide necessary support and analysis for capital expenditures.
* Manage treasury, AR and AP functions to optimize cash flow and working capital.
* Working closely with the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, review student financial aid profile and report financial aid against budget.
* Manage payroll system and ensure appropriate contracts are in place for all staff.
* Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliances are achieved.
* Implement internal controls to comply with both internal and external audit requirements.
* Working closely with the Head of Administration, review, negotiate and set up all service contracts and report on procurement for the Academy.
* Actively engage with the SMT in developing policies and procedures for the finance department.
* Carry out a regular review of insurable risks and work with other AKDN agencies in maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
* Identify and set up processes to obtain benefits in accordance with the protocol between the AKDN agency and the Government of Kenya.
* Ensure the safekeeping of contractual and other legal documents and records.
* Maintain a service culture within the department.
* Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Head of Academy or the Academies Unit at Aiglemont.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or have a comparable professional qualification with a minimum of 7 years of experience. Such experience to include leadership of the finance and accounting functions of an operating unit.
* Experience in an educational setting is desired but not required.
* Competence and demonstrated track record in the use of computerized systems, including financial software application, is required.
* Sound knowledge of management practices and principles.
* Exceptional oral and written English communications skills.
* A record of building and sustaining relationships with senior leadership.
* The ability to be a team player with the willingness to develop capacity amongst the team of local staff.
* A strong work ethic, with attention to detail, while retaining a flexible approach to problem solving.
* Capability to be highly organized and to set priorities and keep to deadlines.
* A high level of integrity needed to handle fiscal responsibilities and confidential information.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to Apply

Click here to apply
Read more »

Financial Controller: Aga Khan Academy Mombasa Jobs

Title: Financial Controller

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 21 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society.

Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

Based in Mombasa, Kenya, the Financial Controller will provide accounting and finance leadership at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, reporting, performance monitoring and risk management. Primary responsibilities include managing books, records and the accounting staff of the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.

More specifically, this will require the Financial Controller to:

* Manage the system as to ensure the integrity of the financial data and reporting as well as adherence to financial best practices.
* Fully utilize the accounting system for monthly closing and financial reporting on a timely basis.
* Lead the budgeting process for the Academy, working closely with the Academies Unit and the Head of Academy, ensuring input from the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Heads of Department (Academic and non-Academic).
* Track financial performance against budget and provide variance and trend analysis, along with other management reports, as per the reporting schedule prepared by the Academies Unit.
* Provide leadership in developing benchmarks, both from internal and external sources, for management and evaluation purposes.
* Utilise the fixed assets register and provide necessary support and analysis for capital expenditures.
* Manage treasury, AR and AP functions to optimize cash flow and working capital.
* Working closely with the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, review student financial aid profile and report financial aid against budget.
* Manage payroll system and ensure appropriate contracts are in place for all staff.
* Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliances are achieved.
* Implement internal controls to comply with both internal and external audit requirements.
* Working closely with the Head of Administration, review, negotiate and set up all service contracts and report on procurement for the Academy.
* Actively engage with the SMT in developing policies and procedures for the finance department.
* Carry out a regular review of insurable risks and work with other AKDN agencies in maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
* Identify and set up processes to obtain benefits in accordance with the protocol between the AKDN agency and the Government of Kenya.
* Ensure the safekeeping of contractual and other legal documents and records.
* Maintain a service culture within the department.
* Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Head of Academy or the Academies Unit at Aiglemont.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or have a comparable professional qualification with a minimum of 7 years of experience. Such experience to include leadership of the finance and accounting functions of an operating unit.
* Experience in an educational setting is desired but not required.
* Competence and demonstrated track record in the use of computerized systems, including financial software application, is required.
* Sound knowledge of management practices and principles.
* Exceptional oral and written English communications skills.
* A record of building and sustaining relationships with senior leadership.
* The ability to be a team player with the willingness to develop capacity amongst the team of local staff.
* A strong work ethic, with attention to detail, while retaining a flexible approach to problem solving.
* Capability to be highly organized and to set priorities and keep to deadlines.
* A high level of integrity needed to handle fiscal responsibilities and confidential information.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to Apply

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NTitle: Finance and Business Analyst

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities which are currently under construction, the Campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and services buildings in addition to extensive sports fields and hard and soft landscaped areas.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Finance and Business Analyst is a managerial position within the Finance and Administration department of the Academy and will provide high level support for all financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis/reporting, performance monitoring and risk management activities at the Academy.

The Finance & Business Analyst will be charged with:

* tracking financial performance against budget, prior year and pro-forma and provide variance and trend analysis for various levels of management
* providing analysis required in the Academy''s annual budget preparation
* ensuring reconciliation and analysis of construction and other capital expenditures
* coordinating and preparing academic and management reports. Developing benchmarks and comparisons with other schools within and outside the region.

In this context the main responsibilities will be:

* preparation of management reports for ensuring appropriate analysis of business functions and activities.
* getting systems in place to obtain regular tracking of qualitative and quantitative information for the annual budget process, with input from internal stakeholders.
* compilation of Market Intelligence information.
* development & implementation of tools to monitor construction and other capital expenditure effectively.
* provide analysis and support for various academic and functional areas of the Academy.
* ensure adherence to the reporting timeline and co-ordinate with administrative and financial staff, as needed.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Finance
* Minimum of seven years of experience as financial, business or operations analyst
* A professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (preferably, a CPA)
* Thorough knowledge of industry best standards, and good management accounting practices
* Demonstrable team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of financial modelling and reporting templates
* Experience with specialized financial accounting software and working with database software
* Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral)
* Demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines at work and a proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to apply

Click here to apply
Read more »

NGO and UN Jobs, Procurement Supplies and Logistics

NTitle: Finance and Business Analyst

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities which are currently under construction, the Campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and services buildings in addition to extensive sports fields and hard and soft landscaped areas.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Finance and Business Analyst is a managerial position within the Finance and Administration department of the Academy and will provide high level support for all financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis/reporting, performance monitoring and risk management activities at the Academy.

The Finance & Business Analyst will be charged with:

* tracking financial performance against budget, prior year and pro-forma and provide variance and trend analysis for various levels of management
* providing analysis required in the Academy''s annual budget preparation
* ensuring reconciliation and analysis of construction and other capital expenditures
* coordinating and preparing academic and management reports. Developing benchmarks and comparisons with other schools within and outside the region.

In this context the main responsibilities will be:

* preparation of management reports for ensuring appropriate analysis of business functions and activities.
* getting systems in place to obtain regular tracking of qualitative and quantitative information for the annual budget process, with input from internal stakeholders.
* compilation of Market Intelligence information.
* development & implementation of tools to monitor construction and other capital expenditure effectively.
* provide analysis and support for various academic and functional areas of the Academy.
* ensure adherence to the reporting timeline and co-ordinate with administrative and financial staff, as needed.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Finance
* Minimum of seven years of experience as financial, business or operations analyst
* A professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (preferably, a CPA)
* Thorough knowledge of industry best standards, and good management accounting practices
* Demonstrable team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of financial modelling and reporting templates
* Experience with specialized financial accounting software and working with database software
* Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral)
* Demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines at work and a proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to apply

Click here to apply
Read more »

NGO and UN Jobs, Procurement Supplies and Logistics

NTitle: Finance and Business Analyst

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities which are currently under construction, the Campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and services buildings in addition to extensive sports fields and hard and soft landscaped areas.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Finance and Business Analyst is a managerial position within the Finance and Administration department of the Academy and will provide high level support for all financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis/reporting, performance monitoring and risk management activities at the Academy.

The Finance & Business Analyst will be charged with:

* tracking financial performance against budget, prior year and pro-forma and provide variance and trend analysis for various levels of management
* providing analysis required in the Academy''s annual budget preparation
* ensuring reconciliation and analysis of construction and other capital expenditures
* coordinating and preparing academic and management reports. Developing benchmarks and comparisons with other schools within and outside the region.

In this context the main responsibilities will be:

* preparation of management reports for ensuring appropriate analysis of business functions and activities.
* getting systems in place to obtain regular tracking of qualitative and quantitative information for the annual budget process, with input from internal stakeholders.
* compilation of Market Intelligence information.
* development & implementation of tools to monitor construction and other capital expenditure effectively.
* provide analysis and support for various academic and functional areas of the Academy.
* ensure adherence to the reporting timeline and co-ordinate with administrative and financial staff, as needed.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Finance
* Minimum of seven years of experience as financial, business or operations analyst
* A professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (preferably, a CPA)
* Thorough knowledge of industry best standards, and good management accounting practices
* Demonstrable team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of financial modelling and reporting templates
* Experience with specialized financial accounting software and working with database software
* Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral)
* Demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines at work and a proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary & International Package

Salary and package to attract the best candidate

How to apply

Click here to apply
Read more »

NGO and UN Jobs, Procurement Supplies and Logistics

NTitle: Finance and Business Analyst

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities which are currently under construction, the Campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and services buildings in addition to extensive sports fields and hard and soft landscaped areas.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Finance and Business Analyst is a managerial position within the Finance and Administration department of the Academy and will provide high level support for all financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis/reporting, performance monitoring and risk management activities at the Academy.

The Finance & Business Analyst will be charged with:

* tracking financial performance against budget, prior year and pro-forma and provide variance and trend analysis for various levels of management
* providing analysis required in the Academy''s annual budget preparation
* ensuring reconciliation and analysis of construction and other capital expenditures
* coordinating and preparing academic and management reports. Developing benchmarks and comparisons with other schools within and outside the region.

In this context the main responsibilities will be:

* preparation of management reports for ensuring appropriate analysis of business functions and activities.
* getting systems in place to obtain regular tracking of qualitative and quantitative information for the annual budget process, with input from internal stakeholders.
* compilation of Market Intelligence information.
* development & implementation of tools to monitor construction and other capital expenditure effectively.
* provide analysis and support for various academic and functional areas of the Academy.
* ensure adherence to the reporting timeline and co-ordinate with administrative and financial staff, as needed.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Finance
* Minimum of seven years of experience as financial, business or operations analyst
* A professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (preferably, a CPA)
* Thorough knowledge of industry best standards, and good management accounting practices
* Demonstrable team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of financial modelling and reporting templates
* Experience with specialized financial accounting software and working with database software
* Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral)
* Demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines at work and a proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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NTitle: Finance and Business Analyst

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities which are currently under construction, the Campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and services buildings in addition to extensive sports fields and hard and soft landscaped areas.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Finance and Business Analyst is a managerial position within the Finance and Administration department of the Academy and will provide high level support for all financial planning, budgeting, financial analysis/reporting, performance monitoring and risk management activities at the Academy.

The Finance & Business Analyst will be charged with:

* tracking financial performance against budget, prior year and pro-forma and provide variance and trend analysis for various levels of management
* providing analysis required in the Academy''s annual budget preparation
* ensuring reconciliation and analysis of construction and other capital expenditures
* coordinating and preparing academic and management reports. Developing benchmarks and comparisons with other schools within and outside the region.

In this context the main responsibilities will be:

* preparation of management reports for ensuring appropriate analysis of business functions and activities.
* getting systems in place to obtain regular tracking of qualitative and quantitative information for the annual budget process, with input from internal stakeholders.
* compilation of Market Intelligence information.
* development & implementation of tools to monitor construction and other capital expenditure effectively.
* provide analysis and support for various academic and functional areas of the Academy.
* ensure adherence to the reporting timeline and co-ordinate with administrative and financial staff, as needed.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Finance
* Minimum of seven years of experience as financial, business or operations analyst
* A professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (preferably, a CPA)
* Thorough knowledge of industry best standards, and good management accounting practices
* Demonstrable team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of financial modelling and reporting templates
* Experience with specialized financial accounting software and working with database software
* Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral)
* Demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines at work and a proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Procurement Manager: The Aga Khan Academies Jobs in Kenya

Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities, which are currently under construction, the campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and service buildings, in addition to extensive sports fields.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Procurement Manager will be based in Mombasa, Kenya and will be responsible for:

* managing the purchasing functions for the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa. This includes: implementing procurement policies, negotiating with suppliers, putting systems in place to track purchasing cycle and reporting purchasing activity.
* promoting and upholding transparency in the procurement process with a view to projecting a positive image of the Academy through good public relations while maintaining the highest ethical standards with suppliers and other Academy stakeholders.
* managing the complete procurement process from identifying suppliers to delivery process, custom and bond clearance, regulatory filings and door''to-door delivery of services and goods to the end user.
* managing and implementing systems for the purchase of goods & services for the Academy in compliance with the AKDN compendium of suppliers.
* developing, implementing and tracking procurement department effectiveness and efficiency, reporting all procurement performance against budget and preparing periodic management reports.
* recommending implementation of asset and inventory system ensuring the safety of inventory and assets.
* developing internal control process for the safeguarding of assets in collaboration with the Senior Management Team.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of 5 years experience in managing procurement systems and processes.
* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or other business qualifications.
* A professional qualification in procurement.
* Thorough knowledge of industry practices and standards, process-improvement techniques and material-management best practices.
* Working knowledge of implementing and managing an automated procurement system.
* Demonstrated team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of standard procurement guidelines and experience in handling medium to large procurement and supplies transactions.
* Experience with specialized purchasing software and working with database software.
* Excellent analytical skills, process management and problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral).
* Demonstrated experience in leveraging suppliers to meet quality, price and delivery requirements.
* Proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions.

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Procurement Manager: The Aga Khan Academies Jobs in Kenya

Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities, which are currently under construction, the campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and service buildings, in addition to extensive sports fields.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Procurement Manager will be based in Mombasa, Kenya and will be responsible for:

* managing the purchasing functions for the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa. This includes: implementing procurement policies, negotiating with suppliers, putting systems in place to track purchasing cycle and reporting purchasing activity.
* promoting and upholding transparency in the procurement process with a view to projecting a positive image of the Academy through good public relations while maintaining the highest ethical standards with suppliers and other Academy stakeholders.
* managing the complete procurement process from identifying suppliers to delivery process, custom and bond clearance, regulatory filings and door''to-door delivery of services and goods to the end user.
* managing and implementing systems for the purchase of goods & services for the Academy in compliance with the AKDN compendium of suppliers.
* developing, implementing and tracking procurement department effectiveness and efficiency, reporting all procurement performance against budget and preparing periodic management reports.
* recommending implementation of asset and inventory system ensuring the safety of inventory and assets.
* developing internal control process for the safeguarding of assets in collaboration with the Senior Management Team.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of 5 years experience in managing procurement systems and processes.
* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or other business qualifications.
* A professional qualification in procurement.
* Thorough knowledge of industry practices and standards, process-improvement techniques and material-management best practices.
* Working knowledge of implementing and managing an automated procurement system.
* Demonstrated team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of standard procurement guidelines and experience in handling medium to large procurement and supplies transactions.
* Experience with specialized purchasing software and working with database software.
* Excellent analytical skills, process management and problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral).
* Demonstrated experience in leveraging suppliers to meet quality, price and delivery requirements.
* Proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions.

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Procurement Manager: The Aga Khan Academies Jobs in Kenya

Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities, which are currently under construction, the campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and service buildings, in addition to extensive sports fields.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Procurement Manager will be based in Mombasa, Kenya and will be responsible for:

* managing the purchasing functions for the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa. This includes: implementing procurement policies, negotiating with suppliers, putting systems in place to track purchasing cycle and reporting purchasing activity.
* promoting and upholding transparency in the procurement process with a view to projecting a positive image of the Academy through good public relations while maintaining the highest ethical standards with suppliers and other Academy stakeholders.
* managing the complete procurement process from identifying suppliers to delivery process, custom and bond clearance, regulatory filings and door''to-door delivery of services and goods to the end user.
* managing and implementing systems for the purchase of goods & services for the Academy in compliance with the AKDN compendium of suppliers.
* developing, implementing and tracking procurement department effectiveness and efficiency, reporting all procurement performance against budget and preparing periodic management reports.
* recommending implementation of asset and inventory system ensuring the safety of inventory and assets.
* developing internal control process for the safeguarding of assets in collaboration with the Senior Management Team.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of 5 years experience in managing procurement systems and processes.
* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or other business qualifications.
* A professional qualification in procurement.
* Thorough knowledge of industry practices and standards, process-improvement techniques and material-management best practices.
* Working knowledge of implementing and managing an automated procurement system.
* Demonstrated team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of standard procurement guidelines and experience in handling medium to large procurement and supplies transactions.
* Experience with specialized purchasing software and working with database software.
* Excellent analytical skills, process management and problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral).
* Demonstrated experience in leveraging suppliers to meet quality, price and delivery requirements.
* Proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions.

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Procurement Manager: The Aga Khan Academies Jobs in Kenya

Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities, which are currently under construction, the campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and service buildings, in addition to extensive sports fields.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Procurement Manager will be based in Mombasa, Kenya and will be responsible for:

* managing the purchasing functions for the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa. This includes: implementing procurement policies, negotiating with suppliers, putting systems in place to track purchasing cycle and reporting purchasing activity.
* promoting and upholding transparency in the procurement process with a view to projecting a positive image of the Academy through good public relations while maintaining the highest ethical standards with suppliers and other Academy stakeholders.
* managing the complete procurement process from identifying suppliers to delivery process, custom and bond clearance, regulatory filings and door''to-door delivery of services and goods to the end user.
* managing and implementing systems for the purchase of goods & services for the Academy in compliance with the AKDN compendium of suppliers.
* developing, implementing and tracking procurement department effectiveness and efficiency, reporting all procurement performance against budget and preparing periodic management reports.
* recommending implementation of asset and inventory system ensuring the safety of inventory and assets.
* developing internal control process for the safeguarding of assets in collaboration with the Senior Management Team.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of 5 years experience in managing procurement systems and processes.
* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or other business qualifications.
* A professional qualification in procurement.
* Thorough knowledge of industry practices and standards, process-improvement techniques and material-management best practices.
* Working knowledge of implementing and managing an automated procurement system.
* Demonstrated team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of standard procurement guidelines and experience in handling medium to large procurement and supplies transactions.
* Experience with specialized purchasing software and working with database software.
* Excellent analytical skills, process management and problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral).
* Demonstrated experience in leveraging suppliers to meet quality, price and delivery requirements.
* Proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions.

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Procurement Manager: The Aga Khan Academies Jobs in Kenya

Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Kenya

Programme: Social Development - Education

Agency: Aga Khan Academies

Deadline: 5 Mar 2010

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay.

Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally.

The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya, in 2003, and construction of the second Academy is currently underway in Hyderabad, India. More information.....

The Position

The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa campus is located on a beautiful 7.4 ha site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Mombasa. Upon completion of the residential facilities, which are currently under construction, the campus will consist of over 30,000 square meters of high-quality academic, athletic, dining, residential, administrative and service buildings, in addition to extensive sports fields.

Reporting to the Financial Controller at the Academy, the Procurement Manager will be based in Mombasa, Kenya and will be responsible for:

* managing the purchasing functions for the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa. This includes: implementing procurement policies, negotiating with suppliers, putting systems in place to track purchasing cycle and reporting purchasing activity.
* promoting and upholding transparency in the procurement process with a view to projecting a positive image of the Academy through good public relations while maintaining the highest ethical standards with suppliers and other Academy stakeholders.
* managing the complete procurement process from identifying suppliers to delivery process, custom and bond clearance, regulatory filings and door''to-door delivery of services and goods to the end user.
* managing and implementing systems for the purchase of goods & services for the Academy in compliance with the AKDN compendium of suppliers.
* developing, implementing and tracking procurement department effectiveness and efficiency, reporting all procurement performance against budget and preparing periodic management reports.
* recommending implementation of asset and inventory system ensuring the safety of inventory and assets.
* developing internal control process for the safeguarding of assets in collaboration with the Senior Management Team.

The Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following profile:

* Minimum of 5 years experience in managing procurement systems and processes.
* Minimum of a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics or other business qualifications.
* A professional qualification in procurement.
* Thorough knowledge of industry practices and standards, process-improvement techniques and material-management best practices.
* Working knowledge of implementing and managing an automated procurement system.
* Demonstrated team-working skills to ably provide professional support to user departments.
* Good knowledge of standard procurement guidelines and experience in handling medium to large procurement and supplies transactions.
* Experience with specialized purchasing software and working with database software.
* Excellent analytical skills, process management and problem solving skills.
* Excellent interpersonal & communication skills (written & oral).
* Demonstrated experience in leveraging suppliers to meet quality, price and delivery requirements.
* Proactive approach to business initiatives, including the ability to multitask, think creatively, identify issues and present solutions.

East African nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG: World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Jobs in Kenya

The MDG Centre East and Southern Africa, in Nairobi provides technical and policy support to governments and other partners in East and Southern Africa.

The MDC Centre plays a unique role in linking global and national commitments with the rich, multi-sectoral field experience being generated by the MVP and other related community-level initiatives that contribute towards achieving the MDGs.

Benefiting from the growing trends in Africa towards decentralized planning and implementation and towards improved governance, The MDC Centre focuses on creative ways and means to achieve impact at scale.

This requires:

1. identification of best practice across the key sectors,
2. critical analysis of results from the MVP and related activities with a view to wider understanding and application.
3. design and adaptation of implementation mechanisms at district and other “meso” levels,
4. accurate costing of resource requirements, and
5. political and public sensitization to practical opportunities for achieving the MDGs.

The Position:

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Regional HWIMDS Advisor to be based in Nairobi. The incumbent will be a member of The MDG Center team, reporting functionally to the Regional Health Systems Advisor and the Director of the MDG Centre.

The Advisor’s responsibility is to help communities and countries accelerate progress towards achieving MDGs. This will be done by helping put in place in the Millennium Villages, activities and policies that will reduce the incidence of HIV through use of existing proven HIV prevention tools and strategies.

Duties and responsibilities

The Regional HI V/AIDS Advisor’s responsibilities will be:
A. Provide Technical Assistance and Support to the Millennium Villages

Provides strategic, technical and implementation advice and support to the health coordinators on HI V/AIDS programs.

* In particular, to:

1. Strengthen the implementation and monitoring systems for HIVIAIDS prevention and management, including protocols, tools and guidelines.
2. Ensure implementation of UNAIDSIMVP partnership agreement aimed at creating HIV mother to child transmission free zones across all regional MVP sites.

* Collaborate with

1. Counterpart HI V/AIDS/TB Advisors and specialists to ensure that work-plans. guidelines, protocols and procedures are consistent across all MVP sites;
2. MDG centre and MVP site MCH. Education, Gender and Community Coordinators to foster a multidisciplinary approach to HIV/AIDS interventions

* Build local capacity (through training of all cadres of health care workers) within each of the sites.
* Monitor progress in the implementation of interventions as well as compliance with the MVP HIVIAIDS agenda.
* Prepare reports on HIV/AIDS in MV sites.
* Be accountable for deliverables mandated by donor grants, presenting updates and written reports from grantors.
* Facilitate collaboration with government, UN agencies, NGOs and local academic institutions

B. Contribute to policy development, scale-up and knowledge building

Provides technical advice and support on HIVIAIDS issues to the Regional Health Systems Advisor. Director of Health, MVP and Director MDG Centre.

C. Other responsibilities aligned to the position

Minimum qualifications:

* An advanced degree in medicine or public health is required.
* A broad understanding of the field of HIV/AIDS health is absolutely necessary.
* The ideal candidate will have at least three years experience in this field focused on sub-Saharan Africa.
* He/she must have highly developed writing, drafting, and oral presentation skills as well as a demonstrated capacity to perform operational research.
* Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with many partners and stakeholders.
* Must have the demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently,
* To be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills, and
* To be flexible in responding to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Terms of offer

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, offers a collegial working environment, believes that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

The contract is for an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, and availability of resources.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications/competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone and fax numbers and email address).

Applications should indicate “Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG” on their application letters OR email submissions.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit. World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru @ cgiar.org.

Applications will be considered until 19th March 2010.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to view the detailed description for the position and learn more about us at:

www.worldagroforestry.org
www.millenniumpromise.org
www.unmillenniumproject.org
www.mdgcentre.org
Read more »

Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG: World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Jobs in Kenya

The MDG Centre East and Southern Africa, in Nairobi provides technical and policy support to governments and other partners in East and Southern Africa.

The MDC Centre plays a unique role in linking global and national commitments with the rich, multi-sectoral field experience being generated by the MVP and other related community-level initiatives that contribute towards achieving the MDGs.

Benefiting from the growing trends in Africa towards decentralized planning and implementation and towards improved governance, The MDC Centre focuses on creative ways and means to achieve impact at scale.

This requires:

1. identification of best practice across the key sectors,
2. critical analysis of results from the MVP and related activities with a view to wider understanding and application.
3. design and adaptation of implementation mechanisms at district and other “meso” levels,
4. accurate costing of resource requirements, and
5. political and public sensitization to practical opportunities for achieving the MDGs.

The Position:

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Regional HWIMDS Advisor to be based in Nairobi. The incumbent will be a member of The MDG Center team, reporting functionally to the Regional Health Systems Advisor and the Director of the MDG Centre.

The Advisor’s responsibility is to help communities and countries accelerate progress towards achieving MDGs. This will be done by helping put in place in the Millennium Villages, activities and policies that will reduce the incidence of HIV through use of existing proven HIV prevention tools and strategies.

Duties and responsibilities

The Regional HI V/AIDS Advisor’s responsibilities will be:
A. Provide Technical Assistance and Support to the Millennium Villages

Provides strategic, technical and implementation advice and support to the health coordinators on HI V/AIDS programs.

* In particular, to:

1. Strengthen the implementation and monitoring systems for HIVIAIDS prevention and management, including protocols, tools and guidelines.
2. Ensure implementation of UNAIDSIMVP partnership agreement aimed at creating HIV mother to child transmission free zones across all regional MVP sites.

* Collaborate with

1. Counterpart HI V/AIDS/TB Advisors and specialists to ensure that work-plans. guidelines, protocols and procedures are consistent across all MVP sites;
2. MDG centre and MVP site MCH. Education, Gender and Community Coordinators to foster a multidisciplinary approach to HIV/AIDS interventions

* Build local capacity (through training of all cadres of health care workers) within each of the sites.
* Monitor progress in the implementation of interventions as well as compliance with the MVP HIVIAIDS agenda.
* Prepare reports on HIV/AIDS in MV sites.
* Be accountable for deliverables mandated by donor grants, presenting updates and written reports from grantors.
* Facilitate collaboration with government, UN agencies, NGOs and local academic institutions

B. Contribute to policy development, scale-up and knowledge building

Provides technical advice and support on HIVIAIDS issues to the Regional Health Systems Advisor. Director of Health, MVP and Director MDG Centre.

C. Other responsibilities aligned to the position

Minimum qualifications:

* An advanced degree in medicine or public health is required.
* A broad understanding of the field of HIV/AIDS health is absolutely necessary.
* The ideal candidate will have at least three years experience in this field focused on sub-Saharan Africa.
* He/she must have highly developed writing, drafting, and oral presentation skills as well as a demonstrated capacity to perform operational research.
* Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with many partners and stakeholders.
* Must have the demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently,
* To be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills, and
* To be flexible in responding to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Terms of offer

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, offers a collegial working environment, believes that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

The contract is for an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, and availability of resources.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications/competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone and fax numbers and email address).

Applications should indicate “Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG” on their application letters OR email submissions.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit. World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru @ cgiar.org.

Applications will be considered until 19th March 2010.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to view the detailed description for the position and learn more about us at:

www.worldagroforestry.org
www.millenniumpromise.org
www.unmillenniumproject.org
www.mdgcentre.org
Read more »

Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG: World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Jobs in Kenya

The MDG Centre East and Southern Africa, in Nairobi provides technical and policy support to governments and other partners in East and Southern Africa.

The MDC Centre plays a unique role in linking global and national commitments with the rich, multi-sectoral field experience being generated by the MVP and other related community-level initiatives that contribute towards achieving the MDGs.

Benefiting from the growing trends in Africa towards decentralized planning and implementation and towards improved governance, The MDC Centre focuses on creative ways and means to achieve impact at scale.

This requires:

1. identification of best practice across the key sectors,
2. critical analysis of results from the MVP and related activities with a view to wider understanding and application.
3. design and adaptation of implementation mechanisms at district and other “meso” levels,
4. accurate costing of resource requirements, and
5. political and public sensitization to practical opportunities for achieving the MDGs.

The Position:

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Regional HWIMDS Advisor to be based in Nairobi. The incumbent will be a member of The MDG Center team, reporting functionally to the Regional Health Systems Advisor and the Director of the MDG Centre.

The Advisor’s responsibility is to help communities and countries accelerate progress towards achieving MDGs. This will be done by helping put in place in the Millennium Villages, activities and policies that will reduce the incidence of HIV through use of existing proven HIV prevention tools and strategies.

Duties and responsibilities

The Regional HI V/AIDS Advisor’s responsibilities will be:
A. Provide Technical Assistance and Support to the Millennium Villages

Provides strategic, technical and implementation advice and support to the health coordinators on HI V/AIDS programs.

* In particular, to:

1. Strengthen the implementation and monitoring systems for HIVIAIDS prevention and management, including protocols, tools and guidelines.
2. Ensure implementation of UNAIDSIMVP partnership agreement aimed at creating HIV mother to child transmission free zones across all regional MVP sites.

* Collaborate with

1. Counterpart HI V/AIDS/TB Advisors and specialists to ensure that work-plans. guidelines, protocols and procedures are consistent across all MVP sites;
2. MDG centre and MVP site MCH. Education, Gender and Community Coordinators to foster a multidisciplinary approach to HIV/AIDS interventions

* Build local capacity (through training of all cadres of health care workers) within each of the sites.
* Monitor progress in the implementation of interventions as well as compliance with the MVP HIVIAIDS agenda.
* Prepare reports on HIV/AIDS in MV sites.
* Be accountable for deliverables mandated by donor grants, presenting updates and written reports from grantors.
* Facilitate collaboration with government, UN agencies, NGOs and local academic institutions

B. Contribute to policy development, scale-up and knowledge building

Provides technical advice and support on HIVIAIDS issues to the Regional Health Systems Advisor. Director of Health, MVP and Director MDG Centre.

C. Other responsibilities aligned to the position

Minimum qualifications:

* An advanced degree in medicine or public health is required.
* A broad understanding of the field of HIV/AIDS health is absolutely necessary.
* The ideal candidate will have at least three years experience in this field focused on sub-Saharan Africa.
* He/she must have highly developed writing, drafting, and oral presentation skills as well as a demonstrated capacity to perform operational research.
* Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with many partners and stakeholders.
* Must have the demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently,
* To be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills, and
* To be flexible in responding to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Terms of offer

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, offers a collegial working environment, believes that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

The contract is for an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, and availability of resources.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications/competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone and fax numbers and email address).

Applications should indicate “Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG” on their application letters OR email submissions.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit. World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru @ cgiar.org.

Applications will be considered until 19th March 2010.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to view the detailed description for the position and learn more about us at:

www.worldagroforestry.org
www.millenniumpromise.org
www.unmillenniumproject.org
www.mdgcentre.org
Read more »

Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG: World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Jobs in Kenya

The MDG Centre East and Southern Africa, in Nairobi provides technical and policy support to governments and other partners in East and Southern Africa.

The MDC Centre plays a unique role in linking global and national commitments with the rich, multi-sectoral field experience being generated by the MVP and other related community-level initiatives that contribute towards achieving the MDGs.

Benefiting from the growing trends in Africa towards decentralized planning and implementation and towards improved governance, The MDC Centre focuses on creative ways and means to achieve impact at scale.

This requires:

1. identification of best practice across the key sectors,
2. critical analysis of results from the MVP and related activities with a view to wider understanding and application.
3. design and adaptation of implementation mechanisms at district and other “meso” levels,
4. accurate costing of resource requirements, and
5. political and public sensitization to practical opportunities for achieving the MDGs.

The Position:

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Regional HWIMDS Advisor to be based in Nairobi. The incumbent will be a member of The MDG Center team, reporting functionally to the Regional Health Systems Advisor and the Director of the MDG Centre.

The Advisor’s responsibility is to help communities and countries accelerate progress towards achieving MDGs. This will be done by helping put in place in the Millennium Villages, activities and policies that will reduce the incidence of HIV through use of existing proven HIV prevention tools and strategies.

Duties and responsibilities

The Regional HI V/AIDS Advisor’s responsibilities will be:
A. Provide Technical Assistance and Support to the Millennium Villages

Provides strategic, technical and implementation advice and support to the health coordinators on HI V/AIDS programs.

* In particular, to:

1. Strengthen the implementation and monitoring systems for HIVIAIDS prevention and management, including protocols, tools and guidelines.
2. Ensure implementation of UNAIDSIMVP partnership agreement aimed at creating HIV mother to child transmission free zones across all regional MVP sites.

* Collaborate with

1. Counterpart HI V/AIDS/TB Advisors and specialists to ensure that work-plans. guidelines, protocols and procedures are consistent across all MVP sites;
2. MDG centre and MVP site MCH. Education, Gender and Community Coordinators to foster a multidisciplinary approach to HIV/AIDS interventions

* Build local capacity (through training of all cadres of health care workers) within each of the sites.
* Monitor progress in the implementation of interventions as well as compliance with the MVP HIVIAIDS agenda.
* Prepare reports on HIV/AIDS in MV sites.
* Be accountable for deliverables mandated by donor grants, presenting updates and written reports from grantors.
* Facilitate collaboration with government, UN agencies, NGOs and local academic institutions

B. Contribute to policy development, scale-up and knowledge building

Provides technical advice and support on HIVIAIDS issues to the Regional Health Systems Advisor. Director of Health, MVP and Director MDG Centre.

C. Other responsibilities aligned to the position

Minimum qualifications:

* An advanced degree in medicine or public health is required.
* A broad understanding of the field of HIV/AIDS health is absolutely necessary.
* The ideal candidate will have at least three years experience in this field focused on sub-Saharan Africa.
* He/she must have highly developed writing, drafting, and oral presentation skills as well as a demonstrated capacity to perform operational research.
* Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with many partners and stakeholders.
* Must have the demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently,
* To be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills, and
* To be flexible in responding to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Terms of offer

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, offers a collegial working environment, believes that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

The contract is for an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, and availability of resources.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications/competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone and fax numbers and email address).

Applications should indicate “Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG” on their application letters OR email submissions.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit. World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru @ cgiar.org.

Applications will be considered until 19th March 2010.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to view the detailed description for the position and learn more about us at:

www.worldagroforestry.org
www.millenniumpromise.org
www.unmillenniumproject.org
www.mdgcentre.org
Read more »

Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG: World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Jobs in Kenya

The MDG Centre East and Southern Africa, in Nairobi provides technical and policy support to governments and other partners in East and Southern Africa.

The MDC Centre plays a unique role in linking global and national commitments with the rich, multi-sectoral field experience being generated by the MVP and other related community-level initiatives that contribute towards achieving the MDGs.

Benefiting from the growing trends in Africa towards decentralized planning and implementation and towards improved governance, The MDC Centre focuses on creative ways and means to achieve impact at scale.

This requires:

1. identification of best practice across the key sectors,
2. critical analysis of results from the MVP and related activities with a view to wider understanding and application.
3. design and adaptation of implementation mechanisms at district and other “meso” levels,
4. accurate costing of resource requirements, and
5. political and public sensitization to practical opportunities for achieving the MDGs.

The Position:

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Regional HWIMDS Advisor to be based in Nairobi. The incumbent will be a member of The MDG Center team, reporting functionally to the Regional Health Systems Advisor and the Director of the MDG Centre.

The Advisor’s responsibility is to help communities and countries accelerate progress towards achieving MDGs. This will be done by helping put in place in the Millennium Villages, activities and policies that will reduce the incidence of HIV through use of existing proven HIV prevention tools and strategies.

Duties and responsibilities

The Regional HI V/AIDS Advisor’s responsibilities will be:
A. Provide Technical Assistance and Support to the Millennium Villages

Provides strategic, technical and implementation advice and support to the health coordinators on HI V/AIDS programs.

* In particular, to:

1. Strengthen the implementation and monitoring systems for HIVIAIDS prevention and management, including protocols, tools and guidelines.
2. Ensure implementation of UNAIDSIMVP partnership agreement aimed at creating HIV mother to child transmission free zones across all regional MVP sites.

* Collaborate with

1. Counterpart HI V/AIDS/TB Advisors and specialists to ensure that work-plans. guidelines, protocols and procedures are consistent across all MVP sites;
2. MDG centre and MVP site MCH. Education, Gender and Community Coordinators to foster a multidisciplinary approach to HIV/AIDS interventions

* Build local capacity (through training of all cadres of health care workers) within each of the sites.
* Monitor progress in the implementation of interventions as well as compliance with the MVP HIVIAIDS agenda.
* Prepare reports on HIV/AIDS in MV sites.
* Be accountable for deliverables mandated by donor grants, presenting updates and written reports from grantors.
* Facilitate collaboration with government, UN agencies, NGOs and local academic institutions

B. Contribute to policy development, scale-up and knowledge building

Provides technical advice and support on HIVIAIDS issues to the Regional Health Systems Advisor. Director of Health, MVP and Director MDG Centre.

C. Other responsibilities aligned to the position

Minimum qualifications:

* An advanced degree in medicine or public health is required.
* A broad understanding of the field of HIV/AIDS health is absolutely necessary.
* The ideal candidate will have at least three years experience in this field focused on sub-Saharan Africa.
* He/she must have highly developed writing, drafting, and oral presentation skills as well as a demonstrated capacity to perform operational research.
* Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with many partners and stakeholders.
* Must have the demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently,
* To be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills, and
* To be flexible in responding to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Terms of offer

ICRAF/The MDG Centre is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package, offers a collegial working environment, believes that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

The contract is for an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, and availability of resources.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications/competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone and fax numbers and email address).

Applications should indicate “Regional HIV/AIDS Advisor - MDG” on their application letters OR email submissions.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit. World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), P.O. Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru @ cgiar.org.

Applications will be considered until 19th March 2010.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to view the detailed description for the position and learn more about us at:

www.worldagroforestry.org
www.millenniumpromise.org
www.unmillenniumproject.org
www.mdgcentre.org
Read more »
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