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Friday 5 October 2012

Health Systems Analysis Advisors,

Multiple positions
Department/office:  AFO, Kenya
Duty station:  Nairobi, Kenya
Contract type:  International ICA
Contract level:  IICA-2
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Application period: 01-Oct-2012 to 15-Oct-2012
 
Background Information - UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.

UNOPS mandate is to act as a project delivery platform for UN system agencies, funds and programmes, international and regional financial institutions, intergovernmental organizations, donor and recipient governments, and non-profit non-governmental organizations. 
As a self-financing entity within the UN system, UNOPS must ensure that the projects it delivers meet client expectations in terms of cost, quality and time, while at the same time ensuring that these projects collectively meet a broader array of success criteria.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Kenya

The Kenya Operations Centre (KEOC), under the Africa Regional Office, is responsible for projects entrusted to UNOPS in East Africa; its main clients include UNDP, UNICEF, UNEP, World Bank, African Union and Governments.

Background Information - Job-specific


UNOPS is recruiting health system experts to be part of a multidisciplinary team (Health Systems Analysis Team - HSAT) aimed at strengthening Somali health systems through provision, analysis, management and dissemination of information to guide policy making and strategic planning. 
The information generated will be used by  Ministries of Health, donors and implementing partners for making evidence-based decisions while simultaneously increasing accountability for results. The HSAT has as its objectives:
  • Strengthening health sector management, monitoring and evaluation
  • Improving communication and dissemination of information on health and nutrition
  • Supporting coordination, harmonisation and alignment, and mutual accountability
  • Promoting capacity building within the Somali Health Sector
The foreseen composition of HSAT is a mix of health professionals with expertise in the following areas:  Public Health; Health Economics or Financing; Epidemiology; Health Policy and Planning; Human Resources Development and Management; Pharmacy; Medical Anthropology; and/or  related subjects.

HSAT members, in their respective competency areas, are expected to conduct situation analyses of the Somali health systems, identify the key issues to be addressed, identify need for and coordinate further studies/researches, propose alternative courses of action, lead consensus-building processes and provide assistance to health authorities and partners in formulating, implementing and monitoring health policies and strategies.

The duty station is in Nairobi with frequent travels to Somalia. The incumbent will report to the Health Systems Analysis Team Leader who is also based in Nairobi.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Functional Responsibilities

Below are some of the functionalities.

HSAT team members, each in their respective area of competence, and in collaboration with the local Health Authorities and other health sector partners, are expected to:
  • Analyze the health sector. Collect and review existing information (studies, reports, etc.), interview key informants, study trends, identify gaps;
  • Identify areas needing further investigation and conduct/ coordinate relevant studies; steer and coordinate interventions of short-term international and local consultants;
  • Prepare and disseminate situation reports highlighting major issues to be addressed;
  • Conduct discussions with partners on findings and agree on priorities to be addressed. Suggest possible actions to be taken, highlighting implications, pros and cons of proposed actions;
  • Advocate for congruent action. Lead a consensus building process on actions based on the intelligence made available;
  • Advise partners upon request on policy and programmatic issues;
  • Strengthen counterparts’ capacity in health system analysis linked to policy decision-making;
  • Support the MOH to develop essential evidence-informed polices and strategic plans; provide assistance in their implementation and monitoring at the national and sub-national levels;
  • Assist counterparts in ensuring a fit between strategy and structure and reducing duplication and fragmentation;
  • Work with health partners to promote greater harmonization of health interventions and alignment with national health policies;
  • Assist counterparts in formulating sector strategies; defining goals, directions and spending priorities across services; identifying the roles of public, private and voluntary actors and the role of civil society;
  • Mentor development of HSAT counterparts embedded within MOHs of respective zones;
  • Prepare analyses, recommendations, briefing notes, and assessments for internal and client use;
  • Facilitate stakeholder consultation and meetings at the national and sub-national levels;
  • Provide technical assistance to relevant Health Sector Committee working groups.Perform other related duties as required.
Competencies
  • Strong team working predisposition; capacity to work collaboratively with HSAT colleagues and health partners
  • Ability to build and cultivate strong productive relationships with internal and external clients
  • Ability to interpret, analyze and resolve problems
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills targeting high-level policy audiences
  • Strong knowledge building and sharing skills; openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
  • Ability to conduct capacity assessments and support capacity-strengthening initiatives
  • Proven facilitation and training skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel in Somalia
  • Appropriate computer skills necessary to analyze data
  • Knowledge of Somali history, health systems and language
  • Demonstrated drive for continuous improvement and incorporation of lessons learned and best practices into business process routines
  • Demonstration of professional behaviour and personal ethics, transparency and openness to encourage respect and similar behaviour from colleagues in the workplace
Education/Experience/Language requirements
  • Masters Degree in Health Economics or Financing/Health Policy and Planning/ Human Resources Development and Management/Medical Anthropology; or related subjects. 
  • Additional years of relevant work experience in combination with a relevant Bachelors degree may be considered in lieu of the Masters degree.   
  • Bachelors degree in Public Health/ Economics/ Pharmacy or related subjects   
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant and progressively responsible working experience in developing countries
  • Experience in working successfully with a variety of health sector stakeholders, particularly governments and development partners, but also private sector
  • Working experience in disrupted health sectors                              
Certifications
  • Prince2  or similar project management certification an asset  
Contract type, level and duration
  • Contract type: International ICA
  • Contract level: I-ICA 2
  • Contract duration: 1 year, renewable
Additional Considerations
  • Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post
  • The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
To Apply:
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MKU Academic and Non-Academic jobs in Kenya

Mount Kenya University, a Leading Chartered University operating in East Africa wishes to recruit qualified academic staff - Professors, Associate Professors and Senior Lecturers to serve in School of Law and administrative Staff to serve in Main Campus.

Academic Staff

School Of Law- Nairobi Campus only

Area Of Specialisation
  • Governance
  • Sports Law
  • Business Law
  • Healthcare Law
  • Law/Science/Technology.
Professor

Must have the following: -
  • Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.
  • At least 12 years of university teaching at lecturer level and above; at least five (5) of which as Associate Professor
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) students including two (2) Ph.D. since being appointed Associate Professor
  • i) Either four (4) articles in referred journals, or ii) Two (2) articles in refereed journals plus one (1) book by a reputable publisher, since being appointed Associate Professor.
Associate Professor

Must have the following
  • Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.
  • At least 8 years of university teaching; four (4) of which as full time Senior Lecturer.
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students or two (2) Ph.D. since being appointed Senior Lecturer
  • i) Either four (4) articles in refereed journals, or ii) Two (2) articles in refereed journals plus one (1) book by a reputable publisher, since being appointed Senior Lecturer.
Senior Lecturers

Must have the following:
  • a) Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.
  • b) At least 5 years of university teaching, 3 of which as full time lecturer after PhD degree qualification
  • c) Either two (2) articles in refereed journals or one (1) book by a reputable publisher, since being appointed Lecturer.
Lecturers

Must have the following:
  • Ph.D. degree in relevant area OR
  • Masters degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years fulltime teaching experience in an institution of higher learning.
Note for all qualifying academic staff:
  • Four (4) years experience in judicial services may be accepted in lieu of two (2) years university teaching
  • Renumeration of academic staff will range from Ksh 250,000-Ksh 600,000 (entry negotiable)
  • • Note that those who qualify for the above appointments subject to their experience can also be considered for additional responsibilities i.e Dean, Associate Dean or Head of Department.
Administrative Staff

Executive Secretary
  • Provide personal administrative support to management and the Vice-Chancellor’s office through conducting and organizing administrative duties and activities including receiving and handling information.
Job Description
  • To provide linkage support to the Vice-Chancellor and supporting office (Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Registrar Academic Affairs).
  • Prepare and manage correspondence, reports and documents.
  • Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, travel arrangements.
  • Take, type and distribute minutes of meetings.
  • Maintain University schedules, almanac and calendars.
  • Arrange and confirm appointments.
  • Organize internal and external events.
  • Handle incoming mail and other material.
  • Set up and maintain filing systems.
  • Liaison with internal and external contacts.
Job Specifications
  • Excellent people management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills.
  •  Discretion in handling of confidential information.
  • Ability to Multitask.
  • Creative thinker.
  • Innovative
Education and Experience
  • At least a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or Public Relations.
  • Those enrolled in Masters Program or have acquired
Masters will have an added advantage.
  • Diploma in Secretarial Studies.
  • Minimum relevant work experience of 10 years.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • A good remuneration of not less than Ksh 80,000/- together with medical cover will be offered.
Laundry supervisor
  • Should be a Diploma holder in laundry from a recognized institution
  • 2 to 3 years work experience
  • Salary scale - Ksh 40,000- Ksh 90,000 (entry negotiable)
Laundry attendant
  • Should be certificate holder in laundry from a recognized institution
  • Should have 2 to 3 years work experience.
  • Salary scale - Ksh 30,000- Ksh 60,000 (entry negotiable)
The terms of service for the posts include a competitive remuneration, medical cover and other benefits.
 
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae detailing academic and professional qualification, work experience, telephone number, the current remuneration, names, postal and e-mail addresses of three (3) referees and copies of academic and professional certificates should be Submitted alongside the application and be sent to:

The Human Resources Director
Mount Kenya University
P.O. Box 13495 -00100, Nairobi
Website: www.mku.ac.ke
  • Submit two copies of your application not later than Friday 19th October 2012,
  • Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
  • For more details about Mount Kenya University visit the University website: http://www.mku.ac.ke
“MKU is an equal opportunity employer.”
“Scaling the heights of education
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BASF Accounts Manager and Market Developer Jobs in EA

(Very Attractive Salaries)
Our client BASF under instruction from BASF South Africa wishes to recruit the following candidates.

Accounts Manager (Eastern Africa)

Job Ref. MN 5510
  • The candidate will be in charge of the entire BASF Polyurethanes’ customer portfolio in Eastern Africa.
  • Graduate in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Chemistry; alternatively, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
  • MBA with sales experience will be an added advantage.
Market Developer (Ethiopia)

Job Ref. MN 5510
  • The candidate will identify industry trends & business potentials for BASF in construction and home plus personal care.
  • He / she will build and strengthen networks with established distributors in Ethiopia.
  • Graduate preferably MBA, minimum 4 years relevant experience.
Apply via email only so as to reach us by 12Noon 8th October 2012 to
recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.
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Aga Khan University Chair, Department of Pathology Job in Kenya

Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, not for profit, university and teaching hospital system that comprises 13 campuses, seven hospitals and 217 outreach medical centres across eight countries.
 
The Aga Khan University, East Africa invites applications for the position of Chair, Department of Pathology.
 
Reporting to the Dean, Medical College and the CEO, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH,N), the Chair will have the overall responsibility for the conduct of the academic and service mandate of the department, consistent with the mission and policies of the Aga Khan University and the Aga Khan University Hospital.
 
Key responsibilities will include:
  • Committing to building a Faculty of Health Sciences and excellent Health Services that promotes growth within and across disciplines, building an academic health system that reflects the interdependence of quality clinical care, research and education, and that maximizes programmatic multi-disciplinary opportunities within health sciences and health services across the university.
  • Advancing the research agenda of the University through recruitment and faculty development of scientists and clinician scientists working within the context of department and interdisciplinary thematic areas of focus and providing an environment of opportunity for all faculty and trainees to be engaged in research.
  • Fostering the growth of patient volumes, in line with the annual budgets, through a focused delivery of high quality care and patient-sensitive service that meets or exceeds the expectations of patients.
  • Leading the development of new services and initiatives that contribute to the financial sustainability of the hospital.
  • Ensuring the development and application of clinical quality management methods within the department, including practice guidelines and audits.
  • Ensuring compliance and oversight of clinical practice including credentialing of all practicing physicians as per the Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) for Hospitals.
  • Fostering good relations with community physicians and other organizations in the community with the goal of stimulating patient referrals to AKUH-based physicians.
  • Developing a staffing and recruitment plan consistent with the academic and service goals of the department.
  • Working with colleagues across the AKU campuses to ensure that opportunities for collaboration are maximized and that academic and clinical services are delivered in the most efficient and cost-effective way.
  • Ensuring the productive and cost-effective use of human, material and capital resources entrusted to the department.
Requirements
 
The ideal candidate:
  • Should have demonstrated track record of leadership within an academic health sciences centre, teaching hospital or integrated health authority who is (or eligible to be) an Associate Professor Level and above.
  • Should be a Pathologist or physician in a related discipline with excellent clinical skills.
  • Should be registered or eligible for registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists’ Board.
  • Should have evidence based pathology experience in teaching and exposure to management of undergraduate programmes; collaborative academic research and publications.
  • Should have experience working in a developing country and /or the ability to adapt in this context.
  • Should have worked in a multi-site and in a multi-country institutions or have potential to manage in a similar environment with strong financial management skills and demonstrated ability to deliver both as a clinician and an academician.
Please email applications (resume/cv and cover letter), including the names, postal and e-mail addresses, telephone/fax numbers of three professional references, addressed to 
Director, Human Resources, 
P. O. Box 30270-00100, 
Nairobi
or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 31st October 2012. 
Applications by email are preferred. 
Please visit www.aku.edu for more details.
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Management Sciences for Health (MSH) Technical Director / Deputy Project Director Job in Kenya

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) founded in 1971, is a non-profit organization with a mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. 
Together with our partners, we are helping managers and leaders in developing and transitional countries to create stronger management systems that improve health services for the greatest health impact. 
Headquartered in the United States, we have operations in more than 30 countries and employ more than 2,000 people from over 73 nations. 
For more information please visit our website: www.msh.org.
 
MSH seeks to recruit highly motivated and result oriented individual for the Strengthening Public Health Laboratory Systems (SPHLS) Project in the Republic of Kenya funded by PEPFAR. 
The Project goal is to strengthen and expand public health laboratory systems and develop indigenous capacity in Kenya to support HIV prevention, treatment and care as part of the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS relief.

Technical Director / Deputy Project Director
 
The Technical Director /Deputy Project Director will lead, direct, mentor and monitor the team of local technical laboratory staff carrying out approved activities to strengthen laboratory systems and services in Kenya in order to support and improve HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria programs. 
In collaboration with the Project Director, s/he will contribute significantly to providing the overall vision, strategic direction and state-of-the-art technical approaches for the project.
 
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Lead and supervise the project technical activities to ensure that the work is technically and logistically sound, collaborative, timely, and is conducted in line with the donor-approved project work plan and budget.
  • Ensure that technical work plans and budgets and individual staff action plans are developed and implemented in a timely manner and that the various activities and outputs are clearly linked to the overall project performance monitoring plan.
  • Supervise the laboratory technical staff, as assigned.
  • Act as the main point of contact for the subcontractor and short term consultants. S/he will oversee their performance.
  • Work closely with the Project Director to prepare and present annual and quarterly project progress and technical reports to MSH, CDC/USG, MOH and other partners.
  •  In partnership with the Project Director, meet regularly with senior Government of Kenya officials, CDC, collaborating partners, and other stakeholders to share progress, accomplishments and challenges and to advocate and ensure technical assistance activities result in skills transfer in sustainable ways.
  • Consult frequently with CDC on the current and future strategic direction of the project.
Qualifications and Experience
 
The ideal candidate should have a medical or science degree from a recognized university, plus a higher qualification (Doctoral or Master’s Degree) in clinical pathology, microbiology, public health or related field.

Clinical Pathologist, Laboratory Scientist or Public Health professional, with at least 8 years’ relevant working experience at a senior level in managing clinical and public health laboratories essential. 
S/he must be registered with the appropriate regulatory authority such as the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists Board , Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians’ and Technologists’ Board ( KMLTTB).
 
Experience in implementing and managing CDC, USAID, WHO, GFATM or other donor-funded health projects related to laboratory systems development is preferred. 
Ability to guide strategy development, manage technical implementation of projects and lead a team as well as ability to supervise mentor and coach other project staff.
 
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with colleagues and partners, and strong commitment to managing and meeting competing deadlines. 
Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.
S/he should have ability to advocate and bring about consensus with senior government officials and numerous stakeholders.
 
The ideal candidate should be computer literate and willing and available to travel extensively within Kenya and elsewhere as required.
 
Please note that international allowances are not available for this position.
 
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, and national origin, and citizenship, physical or mental handicap. For further detail and to apply for this position, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.Jobsmsh.icims.com by 19th October 2012. 
If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Cotton Development Authority Cotton Development Assistant II Job in Kenya

Cotton Development Authority, a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture mandated to promote, regulate and coordinate cotton industry in Kenya is looking for suitably qualified candidate, who is below 45 years of age to fill the following position.
 
Job Ref: CDA/II
 
Job Title: Cotton Development Assistant II
 
Scale: CODA 5 (1 Post)
 
Salary Scale: Ksh. 26,323 – 37,275 P.M.
 
The Officer will be responsible to Zonal Coordinator.
 
Duties and Responsibilities will entail:
 
(i) Assisting farmers in undertaking crop production and Performance surveys;
 
(ii) Generation of data on: planting and harvesting, pesticide records, yield expectations and weather conditions;
 
(iii) Training farmers on produce quality and market requirements;
 
(iv) Collecting data on produce delivery by farmers, farmers groups and volumes;
 
(v) Assist in planning and establishment of buying centres;
 
(vi) Coordination of Land Development; Environment Management; Crop Development and Research Liaison and Training;
 
(vii) Promotion and development of Agribusiness activities and
 
(Viii) Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
 
Requirements for appointment:
 
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
 
i. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education minimum grade C (plain) or equivalent qualification;
 
ii. A Diploma in Agriculture related discipline from a recognized Institution; and
 
iii. Certificate in computer applications.
 
Applications quoting the Job reference on the envelope and enclosing a detailed CV; copies of academic and professional certificates; ID card and other testimonials should be addressed to:
 
The Chief Executive Officer
Cotton Development Authority
P. O. Box 66271 – 00800
Westlands-Nairobi
 
So as to reach him not later than Monday, 22nd October, 2012.
 
CODA is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.
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Tata Kenya Sales Executive and Service Engineer Jobs in Kenya

Required dynamic, result - oriented and competent professionals

Sales Executive
 
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Equipment
Qualification:  Bachelor's Degree
 
Desired Profile and Experience: Must have relevant market knowledge with a minimum of 2-3 years experience in sales and distribution of reputed brands of air conditioners, refrigerators or other white goods

Service Engineer
 
Infrastructure & Construction Equipment Division
 
Qualification: Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
 
Desired Profile and Experience: Understanding of electrical & mechanical problems with a  minimum of 2-3 years experience of workin9 with reputed brands of Construction and Infrastructure related equipments like Batching plants, Concrete pumps. Wheel loaders, Backhoe loaders, Graders etc.

The above positions are based in Nairobi but require travelling within East Africa

Send in your application by email or by post to HR@tatakenya.com or Tata Africa Holdings (Kenya) Ltd., P.O. Box 5774 - 00200 Nairobi, within 7 days of this advertisement.
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I&M Bank Diaspora Banking Manager Job in Kenya

I&M Bank is seeking to recruit qualified individuals for the following position:
 
The job holder will be responsible for devising strategy and executing all required actions for setting up and performance managing the Diaspora Banking Services of the Bank. 
This will be a leadership role that will require strategic thinking, market knowledge and execution capabilities to build up and run the business.

Manager, Diaspora Banking

Ref: 
MRM/09/2012

Job Summary:

The job holder will be responsible for devising strategy and executing all required actions for setting up and performance managing the Diaspora Banking Services of the Bank. 
This will be a leadership role that will require strategic thinking, market knowledge and  execution capabilities to build up and run the business.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manager – Diaspora Banking will report to the General Manager, Marketing & Product Development and will be responsible for:
  • Strategising the positioning, product/service offering range and marketing of the Bank’s Diaspora Banking Services
  • Operationally setting up the product/service offering delivery including tie-ups with external service providers as required
  • Gradually building up the business team
  • Planning and execution of the marketing strategy including devising the communication strategy, setting up distribution arrangements internationally, participation in overseas activations etc.
  • Setting up and managing the Diaspora servicing team
Personal Skills/Attributes:
  • Leadership skills with good interpersonal skills
  • Smart, articulate, intelligent with attractive personality and impeccable communications skills
  • Ability to make decisions
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Graduate, MBA preferred
  • Exposure to Diaspora Marketing in overseas locations preferable
  • Experience in banking,  product development and management preferred
  • Good  coordination, marketing & communication skills
  • At least 7 years’ experience in  a marketing and servicing  function in a leading Commercial Bank  of which at least 4 years  should be in  managing the Diaspora Banking Services .  
  • Only candidates currently working in a similar function in a Commercial Bank should  apply. 
  • Persons handling restricted functions within a Diaspora Banking Unit need not apply as the position requires an overall business manager with complete awareness and experience of the whole business including products, marketing and servicing.
  • Above 30 years of age
If you believe you meet the above requirements, please send your application together with a comprehensive curriculum vitae indicating your qualifications, present position, contact and names of three referees. 
Your application should reach the below address on or before 25th October, 2012. 
Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application

The Human Resources Manager
I&M Bank Limited
I & M Tower, Kenyatta Avenue
P.O Box 30238 – 00100, 
Nairobi

Or email: recruit@imbank.co.ke 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
 
I&M Bank is an equal opportunity employer
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I&M Bank Foreign Exchange Trading Manager Job in Kenya

I&M Bank is seeking to recruit qualified individuals for the following position:

Foreign Exchange Trading Manager
To provide leadership and accountability in management of the staff and all activities relating to Foreign exchange trading in the Bank’s Treasury.

Job Summary:
 
To provide leadership and accountability in management of the staff and all activities relating to Foreign exchange trading in the Bank’s Treasury.

Duties and Responsibilities
 
The Manager – Foreign Exchange Trading reports to the Head of Treasury and is directly responsible for:
  • Undertaking Foreign exchange trading activities in the SPOT and FORWARD market and managing open currency positions in line with internal policies and Central Bank of Kenya regulations.
  • Training upcoming dealers and entrants into the dealing room on foreign exchange trading.
  • Analyzing currency markets and devising trading strategies that generate value to customers and the bank.
  • Relationship management on behalf of the bank with Local and International counterparts.
  • Responsible for delivering the financial target objectives for the respective income streams attributed to the foreign currency trading function.
  • Principal liaison point between Treasury Front office, Risk Middle office and Head of settlements for all Inter-bank foreign exchange transactions, positions and reports.
  • Timely preparation of periodic Management information reports and analysis of trading data.
Personal Skills/Attributes:
 
An articulate person of good Integrity with good spoken and written communication skills able to express themselves clearly and present concise and accurate reports within defined deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience:
  • A minimum of a University Degree in a Business or Finance related discipline; Possession of the ACI Dealing certificate is a definite advantage.
  • A minimum of 4 years in active treasury environment as a foreign exchange dealer.
  • Excellent MS Excel worksheet computation skills and good knowledge of MS OFFICE suite.
  • A good knowledge of international markets and trading trends plus ability to analyse local and global economic trends
  • The environment is a modern dealing room set up equipped with Real time trading consoles that access global markets and a risk management system and the optimal management of these systems requires an experienced hands on person with requisite skills.
  • In addition to Foreign exchange trading skills, an operational understanding of SWIFT is necessary.
If you meet the above requirements, send your application together with a comprehensive curriculum vitae indicating your qualifications, present position, contact and names of three referees. 
Your application should reach the address indicated hereunder on or before Friday 21st September, 2012. 
Please quote reference number followed by the position applied for in the application

The Human Resources Manager
I&M Bank Limited
I & M Tower, Kenyatta Avenue
P.O Box 30238 – 00100, 
Nairobi

Or email: recruit@imbank.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

I&M Bank is an equal opportunity employer
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Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) Jobs: Regional Blood Donor Recruiter, Home Based Care Assistant, Health Project Officers and Project Accountant

Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organization created by the Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya of 21st December 1965. 
Its vision is to be the most effective, trusted and self-sustaining humanitarian organization in Kenya. 
The Society is looking for qualified people to fill the following positions:
 
Position Title: Regional Blood Donor Recruiter
 
Reporting to: Regional Health Officer
 
Job location: Garissa
 
Overall Purpose
 
Responsible to the Regional Health Officer for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating blood donor programme within the Region aimed at collection of adequate and safe human blood for transfusion
purposes. 
Specific responsibilities include building community partnerships, identification and mobilisation of potential blood donors as well as building the capacity of volunteer community leaders to spearhead the mobilization of blood donors.
 
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Mobilize schools, colleges, institutions, organizations and communities to solicit blood donations from individuals, students, employees and community groups
  • Contact and visit prospective or participating donor groups to explain requirements and benefits of participation in blood donor programmes
  • Maintain and update records of individuals, groups, institutions and organizations participating in blood donor programme
  • Arrange specific dates for blood donor collections for groups and confirm appointment in writing
  • Consult blood bank records to answer questions, monitor activity or resolve problems of blood donor groups
  • Identify donors with rare-type blood from blood bank records and contact donors to solicit and arrange blood donation
  • Prepare reports of blood donor programmes and recruitment activities
Minimum Qualifications
  • BSc in Nursing, Public Health or equivalent qualifications
  • Over three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating blood donor programmes in emergency/relief context
Key Competencies
  • Knowledge of blood donor programmes trends and goals all levels aimed at safe blood
  • Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
  • Demonstrated competence in resource mobilisation including implementation of effective fundraising strategies to increase resource through grant proposals
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet
Position Title: Home Based Care Assistant
 
Reporting to: Project Officer
 
Job location: Daadab
 
Summary of Responsibilities
 
The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the effective planning, budgeting, implementation and evaluation of HIV/AIDS programme aimed at combating and reducing the prevalence and impact of HIV/AIDS on vulnerable communities within the Branch. 
Other responsibilities include awareness creation, capacity building, and providing psycho-social support to people affected and afflicted by HIV/AIDS as well as delivering HIV/AIDS workplace training programmes.
 
Specific duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities
  • Conduct baseline studies using participatory approaches to identify the number of persons as well as orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) afflicted and affected with HIV/AIDS so as to determine their capacities, available resources and coping mechanisms
  • Encourage the youth to attend voluntary counselling and testing (VCT) to decrease risk behaviours by emphasizing consent, confidentiality and counselling aimed at decreasing stigma as more people know their HIV status
  • Develop and implement social support programmes to assist caregivers to provide counselling, home-based care and psychosocial support to persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) including orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) afflicted and affected with HIV/AIDS to participate in productive activities
  • Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide HIV/AIDS care and support
  • Strengthen collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organizational effectiveness
  • Provide leadership to multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement and evaluate HIV/AIDS prevention and control activities using participatory community methods to improve performance standards and organisational effectiveness
  • Develop and implement lobby and advocacy programmes with a view to reform laws and policies that hamper the implementation of programmes
  • Prepare periodic progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against planned targets as well as providing justification for performance variances and areas of improvement
Minimum Qualifications
  • Diploma in Community Development or equivalent qualifications such as epidemiology, nursing & social work
  • Three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating HIV/AIDS prevention and control programmes
Competencies
  • Knowledge of HIV/AIDS health care, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering
  • Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports and prepare relevant publications
  • Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and political issues
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet
KRCS has been appointed a Sub Recipient (SR) for Global Fund (GF) Round 10 Malaria Grant. 
Arising from this, the Society is looking for qualified persons to fill the following positions:
 
Position Title: Health Project Officer 
(2 Positions)
 
Reporting to: Branch Cordinator
 
Job location: Lugari and Mt Elgon
 
Overall Purpose
 
Responsible to the Branch Coordinator for effective planning, budgeting and implementation of malaria project activities. 
Other responsibilities include building partnerships with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders strengthening volunteer networks and building staff and volunteer capacity to respond to health emergencies among vulnerable populations affected by disasters.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Investigate reported cases of malaria outbreaks and develop community-based action plan for implementing malaria prevention programme in line with the Society’s strategic objectives
  • Conduct field camps to sensitize communities by providing information on the goals, objectives, activities and implementation of the malaria project through integrated malaria control at the community household level
  • Implement the Society’s policy on prevention and treatment of malaria; also demonstrate techniques for treating long-lasting malaria insecticide nets and indoor residual spraying, de-worming and child immunization
  • Implement malaria testing and provide vaccine treatments to prevent and immunize diseases among children and pregnant women through volunteers and also reinforce house-to-house disease prevention and control activities
  • Develop strategies for integrating community-based health programmes through demonstration of insecticide treated nets (ITN’s) and their distribution to vulnerable groups aimed at combating the spread of malaria
  • Deliver community-based training programmes aimed at creating awareness and building the capacity of communities to implement social mobilization and malaria prevention strategies
  • Liaise with Government representatives to implement an integrated community-based malaria prevention campaign
  • Participate in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of community awareness campaigns aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide community based health care services
Minimum Qualifications
  • BSc in Environmental Health or equivalent qualifications
  • Three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating integrated community-based health programmes in emergency/relief context
Key Competencies
  • Broad knowledge of project management, disaster management, emergency and public health management and humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals
  • Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Kiswahili, including ability to develop reports
  • Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, data-base, email and utilization of the internet
Position Title: Project Accountant 
(1 Position)
 
Reporting to: Branch Cordintaor
 
Job Location: Busia
 
Overall Purpose
 
Responsible to the Branch Cordinator for overall financial management of the branch and project. 
Other duties include maintaining of financial records, processing of working advances, preparation of project returns and reports, reconciling and balancing accounts as well as posting and compiling monthly reports to show records related to financial operations in the field. 
Also receiving and disbursing money as well as processing and validating cheques in accordance with approved policy.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate at the field level the execution of the project budget expenditures in line with the approved budget
  • Compile and analyse accounting reports, records and other data to maintain expenditure controls and also determine the financial resources required to implement specific programmes
  • In consultation with the branch coordinator, ensure timely request of funds from the HQ and disbursement of funds according to the planned activities
  • Receive cash or banker’s cheques, recording financial transactions, counting money to verify amounts and issuing receipts for funds received.
  • Prepare bank deposit slips in order to ensure that all collections are promptly banked in accordance with accounting procedures.
  • Disburse cash and writing vouchers and cheques in order to make payment against specified expenditure requisitions.
  • Prepare cheque payments and refund claims and ensure that payments are made against verifiable accounting documents.
  • Post data and balance accounts as well as compile collections, disbursements and bank reconciliation reports.
  • Maintain complete records of all financial transactions such as payment vouchers, receipts and other documents in accordance with accounting procedures.
  • Reconcile the cashbook with bank statements and checking balances against verifiable documents on a monthly basis.
  • Prepare monthly revenue, expenditure returns, financial statements and reports to cover specified periods.
  • Prepare budget for specific projects in collaboration with the officer in charge
  • Maintain an assets register for the project
Minimum Qualifications
  • CPA (K) or equivalent ACCA final level qualifications or a Bachelors Degree in a Business Related Field withCPA Part (II), Section 4.
  • At least two years experience in a busy accounts/ finance office
Key Competencies
  • Knowledge of administrative, accounting and financial procedures and systems
  • Demonstrated competence in financial and accounting, posting and processing accounts.
  • Proficiency in computer applications especially, word processing, database and spreadsheets, computerized accounting systems including use of the e-mail, the internet as well as local and wide area network systems.
Applications must contain: A letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees.
 
All applications should be sent to:
 
The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society 
P. O. Box 40712-00100, 
Nairobi
 
So as to reach him not later than Friday, 12th October 2012.
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Accounts Assistant Job in Kisumu Kenya

Position: Accounts Assistant
 
Location: Kisumu.
 
Qualification: BBA/BCom  with professional accounting certification (CPA/ACCA).
 
Salary: Negotiable
 
Send cv to: vacancy@ojtos-group.com
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Director of Sales & Marketing Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Director of Sales & Marketing
 
Location: Nairobi
 
The candidate we seek has experience designing and executing sales and marketing efforts. 
He/she has negotiated high level partnerships, recruited and trained high performance teams, continually outperformed sales targets and developed and executed marketing campaigns. 
He/she is able to perform high-level strategic work and enjoys working in the field and building success one customer at a time.
 
Above all, this person must be a passionate believer in our vision and devoted to improving global maternal healthcare.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Executing Company’s vision to become one of the fastest growing health care organizations in the history of East Africa
  • Establishing and growing national and regional demand-side partnerships
  • Building a high performance sales and marketing organization, primarily consisting of community health workers
  • Engaging and managing community organizations
  • Managing suppliers, designers, consultants and other marketing resources
  • Developing and implementing a clear, innovative and creative marketing and sales strategy
  • Establishing a culture that is continually testing new concepts for sales and marketing in a rapid way
  • Managing Jacaranda’s online presence and advertising
  • Collecting feedback from customers, encouraging them to invite others, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Other responsibilities as per the needs of a start-up company
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant field
  • 5+ years of management experience in sales, marketing, or business development
  • Preference given to experience in marketing services versus products, and marketing to lower income communities
  • Preference given to experience in health care, particularly service providers such as hospitals.
  • Pharmaceutical sales experience is relevant only if holding a high-level management position.
  • Hands-on approach to getting things done
  • Strong worth ethic and a sense of urgency in solving problems
  • Can manage many tasks with a high level of independence
  • Strong computer and office skills. Must be able to design and execute partnership agreements, presentations, proposals, etc.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English and Swahili
  • Fervent passion for improving the health and well-being of all mothers and children in East Africa
  • Loves people. You must be outgoing, friendly and able to relate to people well, including expecting mothers
  • Must be a strategic thinker and a person who takes initiative
  • Has good contacts and relationships in the healthcare, insurance and government sectors (preferred but not necessary)
To Apply
 
Interested candidates should submit a CV recruit@odumont.com.  Please include a brief cover letter, your current (or most recent) comprehensive salary in gross monthly KSH, expected salary, and notice period required before beginning employment.
 
Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications received, we will be unable to confirm all submissions
 
Deadline: 12/10/2012
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Gym Instructor / Trainer, Technicians, Flower / Veg Attendants and Construction Site Workers Jobs in Meru Kenya

Position: Gym Instructor / Trainer

Our client a reputable gym is looking for a trainee. The trainee will be trained in Aerobics, Taebo, Circuit Training, Body Toning and step aerobics. Once trained, the person will be offered training sessions and assist in training

Technicians
We are currently recruiting and registering Freelance Technicians willing to work part time or when opportunity arises. Registration is in progress.

 Required Technicians

a) Graphic Designer (Computerized)

Expert in desktop publishing and proficient in Design Software

b) Copy Typist

Typing skills and proficient in computer Office Applications

c) Plumbers ( Craft /Grade I & II )

Trained from reputable Polytechnics and Technical Colleges

d) Electrician (Electrical Installation Technicians)

Qualified and trained in reputable technical colleges and national polytechnics.

e) Satellite Dish Installation Technicians

Professionally trained and at least one year experience working in a reputable organization.

Flower / Veg Attendants
(30 Posts)

Our client in the horticulture industry is urgently looking to fill the positions of flower/veg attendants

Requirements

Copy of National ID

Physically fit and willing to work under supervision of supervisors

Location: Between Timau /Nanyuki / Kiganjo

Construction Site Workers 
(40 Posts)

Our client a construction Contractor is urgently looking to fill position of construction workers ( Kazi ya mjengo) paying Kshs. 300 per day.

Requirements

Copy of National ID

Physically fit and willing to work under supervision of supervisors

Location: Meru Town

Registration deadline: 10th Oct, 2012

Applications should be sent to: 
The Manager, Noblecraft – kenya, P.O.Box 170 -10406

Or admin@noblecraft-kenya.co.ke.

Tel No. 020-2329093/ 0706923767
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Freelance Research Writers Jobs in Kenya

LancerWriters: Freelance Research Writers 
Positions available: 5
 
LancerWriters is a large team of professional writers established in 2010. Since its inception, the group has successfully worked and expanded its network of writers in Kenya, Uganda, Israel and India. We are looking for writers who can assist in completing orders in diverse academic fields.

The payment is on a pay per page basis and writers are expected to work on a remote basis (FREELANCERS). 
We also have a work station and a few applicants will be considered. To be considered, include in your subject "Residential" so that we can consider you. Failure to do so will imply that you are alright with working from remote stations.

Writers should be able to:
  • Write Plagiarism free papers
  • Meet Deadlines
  • Be self-Motivated
Technical Requirements
  • A university graduate or a continuing university student
  • Access to 24 hours Internet Connectivity (for remote writers). A working station will be provided for residential writers
  • Excellent Writing skills and grammar. Please don't apply if your grammar is sloppy.
  • Experience in writing academic articles or proof of being a fast learner for beginners
  • Knowledge in writing through styles such as MLA, APA, Oxford, Harvard, and Chicago
How to apply

Send your applications with updated CV detailing your current position and availability to lancerwrite2010@gmail.com. Also include three samples of your OWN work in APA, MLA and Harvard

Payment
 
Payment will be Ksh. 150 per page and will be based on quality and timely delivered work. Please note that payments are released bimonthly. Because of quality issues we have experienced over the recent past with remote writers, all our remote writers submitting work from 1st-15th of any month will be paid on the 1st of the preceding month. Once your quality has been proved to be above the standards, you will receive payments for each order after every 10 days following submission.

Because of the volume of applications, we may not be able to contact everyone with details why they were not considered. However, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received your application and is on file.

Note: We are situated at Githurai 44, near Uncle Sam stage. Residential writers must be able to commute to this location. 10 O'clock tea/coffee is always served but we do not provide lunch. A subsidy on lunches may be considered soon:)
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HR Officer (Proficient in IT) Job in Kenya

HR Officer / IT Job Description
 
Our client a multinational organizations wish to employ a HR Officer who is also proficient in IT:
 
Job Description
  • working closely with departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting  managers to understand and implement policies and procedures;
  • promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organization;
  • liaising with a wide range of people involved in policy areas such as staff performance, and health and safety;
  • recruiting staff - this includes developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing advertisements, checking application forms, short listing, interviewing and selecting candidates;
  • developing and implementing policies on issues such as working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management;
  • advising on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and benefits;
  • undertaking regular salary reviews
  • administering payroll and maintaining employee records;
  • interpreting and advising on employment legislation;
  • dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures;
  • developing HR planning strategies with managers, which consider immediate and long-term staff requirements in terms of numbers and skill levels;
  • planning, and sometimes delivering, training, including inductions for new staff;
  • analyzing training needs in conjunction with departmental managers
  • Have IT skills such as trouble shooting, network support
Qualification
  • Diploma in Human Resource
  • Diploma in IT
  • At least 1-2 years experience in the same positions
  • Proficient in HR matter.
  • Able to communicate well with all levels of people.
  • Good writing skills.
  • Meticulous, detailed, well-organized and able to work independently to meet datelines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong IT skills.
Expected Salary between KShs 30,000-40,000
 
If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send your resume and day time contact to recruitment@xantiaconsulting.com by 12th October 2012.
 
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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