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Thursday 12 July 2012

Mercy Corps Sacco Consultant Job in Kenya – Yes Youth Can National

Sacco Consultant – Yes Youth Can National

Yes Youth Can, funded by USAID, endeavors to empower Kenya’s youth in new and meaningful ways. 
Yes Youth Can is an unprecedented program that puts youth truly in the lead of their own and Kenya’s development. The core of the program is that it is:
  • Youth-led: Youth ideas, local knowledge and innovations drive the process.
  • Youth-managed: Youth implement program elements (grants, investments, Youth Bunges, research) while leveraging mentoring and coaching.
  • Youth-owned: Youth are in control of all decisions within the institutional structures as a result of fair democratic elections, using a bottom up, localized demand approach.
By integrating the principles of youth-led, managed and owned throughout each element of the program, young people throughout Kenya will begin to identify with and internalize these principles through a process where they lead youth self-help groups (called Youth Bunges), implement community grants, network with youth throughout the country, find linkages for their communities and increase their income through microenterprises and jobs. 
Through this process, youth will recognize that they are in charge of transforming their society and will become catalysts for development in their communities.  Such an approach to youth development programming has the ability to change the paradigm for youth programming both in Kenya and around the world.

The Yes Youth Can initiative comprises five implementing partners in six regions of Kenya as well as the national partner (Yes Youth Can National), Mercy Corps.  
Yes Youth Can National comprises four entities: a youth trust, a youth sustainable development think tank, a youth non-governmental organization to disburse community grants, and finally Tahidi Youth Fund to manage innovative micro and SME venture capital to youth enterprises. 

Purpose of the Consultant
Provide analysis, strategic recommendations and work plan for creating 25 county-level Youth SACCOs as potential lending vehicles for the Tahidi Youth Fund Company as well the creation of a National level “NACCO” to provide governance for the 25 county level SACCOs..  
The analysis must take into account the current SACCO environment, including but not limited to the deployment of best practices as it relates to overall governance, development, deployment and management of financial products, lessons learned, particularly in cases where SACCOs were not successful and/or dissolved and the efficacy of the regulatory environment.  
Additionally the consultant must provide data related to the “all in, start-up costs” of creating a SACCO as well as the “all-in time” required to get a SACCO formed and running such that they can absorb external financing.  
Recommendations provided by the consultant must provide guidance on SACCO formation and governance best practices to be used by the Youth SACCOs as well as a training and capacity development curriculum to be implemented to ensure Youth SACCOs are develop the skills necessary to absorb and manage external funds and their repayment.

Dates: July 14 – August 1

Tasks
  • Engage with Tahidi Youth Fund Company Manager to clearly understand the goals of the Fund and the current operating environment.
  • Engage with Mercy Corps Senior V.P. of Financial Services and CFO to get technical inputs and to provide them with general overview of Kenya’s SACCO environment.
  • Meet with USAID AOTR, Benson Kimithi and USAID’s Director of Education & Youth, Dwaine Lee, to get a clear understanding of their goals and vision as it relates to creating county-level Youth SACCOs.
  • Engage with Ministry of Co-Operative personnel to get a clear understanding of their goals and vision as it relates to creating county-level Youth SACCOs. 
  • Engage with NYBA President and/or Executive Council, as well as Investment Advisory Council members to get a clear understanding of their goals and vision as it relates to creating county-level Youth SACCOs.
  • Visit select SACCOs and Youth SACCOs
Outputs/Deliverables
Work-plan for the formation, training and management of 25 county-level Youth SACCOs which takes into account recommended governance best practices.
Interested candidates who meet the above required qualifications and experience 
Should submit on or before 18th  July,2012 a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) listing three professional references (including a recent supervisor) to hrkenya@ke.mercycorps.org
Applicants must clearly indicate on the email subject; “Application for the position of “Sacco Consultant”.   
Applications without this subject heading will be disqualified. 
Please do not attach any certificates.CV’s will be reviewed as they come in.
ONLY qualified short-listed candidates will be contacted
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Kenya Transporters Association Freelance Sales Executives Jobs

Freelance Sales Executives are urgently needed for a quarterly publication of the Kenya Transporters Association Limited.

We would like to expand and strengthen our Advertising team to match the ambitions of the organization and are seeking for a qualified and experienced Freelance Sales Executive who will add revenue in sales.

We invite applicants who are performance driven and possess excellent transferable skills with demonstrable records of achievement in selling.

An attractive retainer and commission will be offered to the successful candidate.

Only one(1) position is available.

Background:
  • Fluent in English and Kiswahili
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
Key responsibilities:
  • Develop and grow an advertising client base;
  • Promote and develop an effective service for the purpose of maximizing sales and revenue.
  • Seek creative ways to grow the advertising revenue of the publication.
Knowledge & Skills requirements:
  • Business Degree from recognized University. Those with diploma in Sales & Marketing plus relevant experience will be considered;
  • 1 to 2 years experience in sales,preferably in a publication or any media company;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Excellent communication skills; and
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines and tenacity to work long hours with minimum supervision.
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may email their applications and detailed CVs to thetransporter@kta.co.ke,

Kenya Transporters Association Limited,
P. O. Box 88502 – 80100,
1st Floor, Sea View Plaza, Mamangina Drive, Mombasa
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World Vision Urban Programming Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Urban Programming Coordinator
 
Country: Kenya
 
Location: Nairobi
 
Closing Date: July 17 2012
 
Key Outputs / Responsibilities
  • Assess current WV Kenya urban and external programs in Kenya and identify areas for growth, partnership and development
  • Analyze urban trends, monitor intergovernmental groups, UN organizations and NGOs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of urban programming.
  • Network, build and broker partnerships in international donor circles and research institutions to support WV field work and keep abreast of political developments nationally and in the region
  • Ensure the continuous exchange of information on achievements and best practice including via an Urban Learning Network and Events
  • Develop field urban capacity by establishing and coordinating an Urban Site of Learning in Kenya in consultation with the region and the Urban CoE.
  • Develop evidence based urban resource materials to enhance program quality and effectiveness in Kenya.
  • Collaborate with sectoral and ministry teams to prioritise urban poverty
  • Collaborate with marketing to develop new funding models suitable for urban contexts and support the National Office to target multi-lateral and grant funding sources.
  • Provide strategic advice to Kenya to develop their urban strategy and adequate representation of the urban context in the current WVK Strategy.
  • Explore and adapt new organizational processes to respond to the urban environment
Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience:

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
  • Educational level required:   Bachelor’s degree in any of the following areas: urban studies, political, economic, social or philosophical sciences, preferably in combination with international relations.
  • A master’s degree is preferable.
  • Experience:  A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in urban programming and management issues, of which preferably at least three in INGOs.
  • Strong networker with contacts in Kenyan, donor circles and political knowledge
  • Sound understanding of urban theories, practice and programming.
  • Good analytical, research and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proven ability to plan and deliver work programs to agreed deadlines.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective relationships in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.
Job Details     
How to Apply     
All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than July 17th, 2012.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
P.O. Box 50816 - 00200 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line “Commodity Officer”. 
(Only short-listed candidates will be contacted).
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World Vision Accountant Job in Kenya

Job Title: Accountant 1
Country: Kenya

Location: Various

Closing Date: July 24 2012

Description     
This position is a part of the IPA leadership and is responsible for the management of the Finance and Supply chain function in the IPA, Promote Stewardship of Resources, Accountability, Reliability and Accuracy of Financial reports. 
The position will ensure that sound Financial and supply chain Practices and adequate internal controls exist within the IPA in line with WVK policies, Systems and Procedures.
 
Qualifications:  Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
 
The skills can be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self education and on the job training
  • The holder of this position must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized University.
  • A CPA (At least section 3) with a minimum of 3 years progressively technical work experience may be considered in lieu of the University degree.
  • They must have a minimum of 5 years work experience overall.
  • Competency in Sunsystems and MS Office
Job Details     
How to Apply     
All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than July 24th, 2012.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Please indicate clearly on the subject line the position you are applying for. 
(Only short-listed candidates will be contacted).

Disclaimer: World Vision Kenya has not engaged any recruitment agencies in this recruitment process, neither are we charging any fees to potential employees for job opportunities.
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Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi National Programme Officer Job in Kenya

Vacancy at the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi
 
National Programme Officer; Agriculture and Rural Development

The Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi represents Sweden in Kenya, Somalia, Seychelles and Comoros. The Embassy also represents Sweden in UNEP and UN-HABITAT.
 
The Embassy represents and advances Swedish policies, interests and values in political and economic relations, development cooperation, in trade and investment promotion and in cultural and information matters. 
It also provides regional support to sub-Saharan Africa. It provides consular services to Swedish nationals and migration services to non-nationals.

There is 66 staff working in the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi, which makes it the largest Swedish Embassy in the world.

The Embassy of Sweden seeks to recruit a National Programme Officer (NPO) to manage development cooperation programmes funded by Sweden in the areas of agriculture and rural development.  
This is a full time position based in Nairobi.

Main duties:
  • Plan, manage and follow up on programmes funded by Sweden in the areas mentioned above;
  • Assess funding applications and prepare decisions on support, taking responsibility for financial management, procurement and general quality assurance of programmes;
  • Assess and give feedback to Embassy as well as to Sida, the prevailing situation in the sector from time to time;
  • Cooperate with regional section on Swedish support to drought and resilience in the Horn of Africa
  • Engage in active cooperation and dialogue with partner institutions and organisations with a view to promoting policy dialogue, alignment and harmonisation;
  • Ensure immediate action in the event of suspected incidents of corruption or mismanagement;
  • Contribute to embassy as well as Kenya section’s overall work, including development of methods, quality assurance and other areas assigned.
Academic Qualifications:

Hold at least a Master’s degree in natural resources management preferably with a focus in agriculture. 

Work Experience:
  • have at least 5 years’ experience in fields related to agriculture development in Kenya;
  • have broad knowledge and experience of agriculture sector policies, laws and regulations in the agriculture sector in Kenya;
  • have experience from working in international development cooperation, other governments or international development partners;
  • have experience from managing development programmes and in policy development and a proven ability in capacity development, institution building and process-oriented development work;
  • have proven experience in agriculture extension;
  • have proven experience on business development in agriculture
  • are conversant with multidimensional approaches to poverty reduction, food security as well as good governance, as preconditions for development;
  • have higher than average advocacy, and advisory talents and proven ability to work effectively with representatives of different groups in society, such as communities, the private and civil society sectors, and representatives of government and international organisations;
  • have experience in strategic communication in development cooperation processes;
  • have proven experience on donor coordination, harmonisation and sector-wide approaches (SWAp);
  • documented competence and experience within the area of quality assurance, procurement, financial management, /analysis and audits;
  • experience working with computer based project monitoring systems; and
  • experience in the following areas:
  1. results based management
  2. anti-corruption
  3. gender equality
  4. risk management
Personal attributes:
  • Ability to adjust to changing priorities and undertake multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Respect for cultural diversity, with the ability to fit into a diverse team and to establish networks
  • Excellent organization skills, strong oral and written communication skills with good command of English
  • Self driven with ability to work unsupervised
Indicative start date for the position is November, 2012.

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

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

For enquiries about the job, send an email to  Catherine Wachira: catherine.wachira@foreign.ministry.se or
Japhet Kiara: japhet.kiara@foreign.ministry.se

Applications should be submitted, not later than July 25, to: ruth.muriuki@foreign.ministry.se

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Mercy Corps Finance and Compliance Manager Job in Hargeisa, Somaliland

Position Title: Finance and Compliance Manager
 
Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland (40%) with frequent travel to project field offices (60%)
 
Position Category:  Full-time

This position is contingent upon funding

General Position Summary:
 
The Finance and Compliance Manager will oversee the financial and compliance functions of Mercy Corps DFID funded Somalia Advancing Girls Education (SAGE) programme.  
S/he we ensure compliance with Mercy Corps internal policies and procedures as well as donor regulations.  
S/he works under the direction of the SAGE Project Director and Country Director and is responsible for all financial functions in Hargeisa, Somaliland and field offices including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting and grant financial management and compliance.  
The Finance and Compliance Manager will work with the programmes team to ensure the programme is delivering Value for Money against set indicators as well as overseeing the financial aspects of the payment by results plan. 
S/he will also provide financial and compliance oversight to the sub-grants and service contracts to partner organisations.

Programme / Department Summary:
 
SAGE is a 3-year $30 million (£19.3 million) programme to improve educational outcomes, enrolment and retention of 25,000 vulnerable primary and secondary school girls across Somalia.  
SAGE will work with girls between the ages of 6 to 19. SAGE will: 
1) improve the quality of teaching to increase girls’ learning outcomes, 
2) increase enrolment and retention of girls in formal and non-formal education, 
3) improve Somali families’ acceptance and ability to pay for girls education and 
4) expand Ministry of Education policies and capacity to integrate marginalised girls and ensure that girls’ educational gains are sustainable.  SAGE will work with the four Ministries of Education operating across Somalia (Somaliland, Puntland, Central, and Mogadishu).

Essential Job Functions:
 
Strategy and Vision
  • Provide finance and compliance leadership and direction during programme planning and implementation and design in order to contribute to the programme’s success
  • Participate in the development of the overall programmatic strategy
  • Develop financial focused Value for Money (VfM) indicators and monitoring systems
  • Develop and implement a payment by results (PbR) approach
  • Oversee the SAGE Match and co-financing strategy
Financial Responsibilities
  • Ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures.
  • Share financial information and make related decisions in an open and transparent manner.
Compliance & Sub-grant Management:
  • Ensure that the programme is executed in alignment with grant agreement guidelines and other donor guidelines, staying abreast of changes in regulatory environment related to donor/grant compliance; update policies (VfM, PbR) and procedures as necessary;
  • Ensure procurement and programme transactions, contracts and other documents are compliant with Mercy Corps’ policies and DFID regulations
  • Prepare and submit compliance related requests to the donor on behalf of both Mercy Corps and sub grantees: waivers, approvals, contract modifications, extensions, etc.;
  • Identify and communicate compliance risks associated with programme implementation;
  • Prepare internal and donor compliance-related reports.
  • Oversee development and monitoring of compliance programme for sub-grant management to ensure compliance with DFID rules and regulations, including sub-grant training, monitoring and sub-grant administration
  • Ensure Mercy Corps and partners compliance with DFID Match/Co-financing requirements.
Operational Management and Reporting
  • Provide monthly financial management reports to the Project Director and Programme Managers in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Develop and implement grant budgeting and forecasting systems with Programme Managers.
  • Effectively stay abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations; compile and update applicable local policies; and train Mercy Corps project and partner staff in these policies.
  • Other duties as assigned. 
Team Management
  • Create and sustain a dynamic and participatory work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
  • Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
  • Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary. Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
  • Travel to field offices and provide support and guidance to finance staff
  • Contribute to programme team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
  • Ensure that all staff receive appropriate communications regarding their compliance assignments and responsibilities.
  • Develop, update as necessary and deliver training programmes and materials and ensure all staff are aware of the compliance requirements related to their position.
Accountability:  Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organisational Learning:  As part of our commitment to organisational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organisations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Supervisory Responsibility: All Finance Department staff under the SAGE programme.

Accountability
 
Reports Directly To: SAGE Project Director, Country Director and Finance Director
 
Works Directly With: HQ Finance Officer (with authority for technical financial matters); members of Operations, Programme Managers, Finance Director, Partners, TSU team members, and others.

Knowledge and Experience:
  • A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance required; advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 6 + years for Manager of progressive financial management experience, including supervisory experience required.
  • At least 4 years’ experience in grants management as well as an understanding of DFID/UKAID regulations required.
  • At least 4 years’ international experience required; international NGO/PVO field office experience is preferred.   
  • Demonstrated experience and skill with budget preparation and analysis, financial reporting preparation and presentation and the proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports. 
  • Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables and balance sheet.
  • Prior management experience and strong organisational skills.
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Office programmes, particularly Excel.
  • Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organisational and prioritisation skills.
  • Excellent oral and written English skills required; proficiency in Somali would be advantageous
  • Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.
  • Previous experience in insecure environments 
Success Factors:
 
The successful candidate will have an ability to interact effectively across international and national programme and finance teams successfully, both in a managerial as well as training capacity. 
S/he will be able to support programmatic objectives with timely and meaningful financial information, have a demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing programme activities. 
An impeccable professional standard of finance and procurement ethics and the willingness and ability to enforce compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures is essential. The Finance Manager must be willing to travel regularly to Mercy Corps field offices and project sites. 
The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living Conditions:

This is an unaccompanied post in an insecure, conservative environment.  Mercy Corps team members live in group housing given security risks.

This position is eligible for Hardship and R&R.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

To apply, please use the following link to our jobs page: http://bit.ly/S6kXEG
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Mercy Corps Senior Secondary Education Manager Job in Hargeisa, Somaliland

Position Title: Sr. Secondary Education Manager --- Somali Advancing Girls Education (SAGE)
 
Duty Station:  Hargeisa, Somaliland (40%) with frequent travel to project field offices (60%)
Position Category:  Full-time

This position is contingent upon funding

Program/Department Summary:
The SAGE Girls Secondary Education Manager will provide technical assistance and oversight for all aspect of the girls’ secondary education programming.  
SAGE is a 3-year program for to $30 million (£19.3 million) program to improve educational outcomes, enrolment and retention of 25,000 vulnerable primary and secondary school girls across Somalia.  
SAGE will work with girls between the ages of 6 to 19. SAGE will: 
1) improve the quality of teaching to increase girls’ learning outcomes, 
2) increase enrolment and retention of girls in formal and non-formal education, 
3) improve Somali families’ acceptance and ability to pay for girls education and 
4) expand Ministry of Education policies and capacity to integrate marginalized girls and ensure that girls’ educational gains are sustainable.  SAGE will work with the four Ministries of Education operating across Somalia (Somaliland, Puntland, Central, and Mogadishu).

General Position Summary:
The Girls Secondary Education Manager will lead the development and implementation of secondary education programming. 
This requires being responsible for the overall management of all aspects of SAGE secondary education programming, including assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, capacity building of local government partners and Mercy Corps staff, reporting, and ongoing evaluation. 
These activities should be in line with government policies, Mercy Corps strategic plan, and education strategies as outlined in the Mercy Corps and DFID agreement. 

Essential Job Functions:
Program Management
  • Collaborate with program, finance and administrative staff.
  • Ensure monitoring of secondary education activities is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts in order to assess the SAGE effectiveness and impact and propose recommendations for improvements.
  • Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
  • Implement and model Mercy Corps’ philosophy of social entrepreneurship and leverage Mercy Corps’ best practices.
  • Manage technical aspects of secondary education programming for SAGE including developing incentives for girls to enter into secondary school, promoting female teachers and administrators at school, improving teacher performance and motivation, and tracking the development of female teachers who are simultaneously completing their secondary degree. 
  • Design and coordinate secondary education surveys, need assessments, data and information collection for on-going monitoring. 
  • Review teacher training materials and courses designed by the various Ministries of Education, teacher training institutes, teachers in process, or at the school level.  Recommendations how these materials and delivery of them can be improved to be more responsive to adolescent girls.
  • Train Education Ministries, teacher training institutes, teachers in progress, teachers and school administrations.
  • Liaise closely with the SAGE personnel coordinating the delivery of the conditional cash transfers for Grade 9 students. 
  • Maintains links and keep current on up-to-date best practices around innovative strategies of promoting girls education; disseminate technical information and assistance where necessary.
  • Coordinate closely with other SAGE personnel to ensure all objectives of the proposal and activities are met.
  • Organizes site-visits to the projects sites and host visitors and consultants, as needed.
Representation
  • Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders.
  • Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.
  • Participate in education coordination meetings as requested by the Project Director. 
Team Management
  • Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
  • Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
  • Recruit and supervise SAGE secondary education staff members, including setting program tasks to ensure the fulfillment of program goals.
  • Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
  • Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Supervisory Responsibility: National staff and coordinating with implementing partners.

Accountability
Reports Directly To: Project Director, SAGE
Works Directly With: All SAGE Team Members

Knowledge and Experience:
  • MA/S or equivalent in education, management, social sciences, international development or other relevant field.
  • A minimum of 7 years of overseas experience in active conflict or post-conflict environment including 3 years in a senior management or technical advisory role on large, education focused program.
  • Experience advising Education Ministries.
  • Strong understanding of DfID compliance issues;
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English required, including report development, writing and editing.
  • Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues in high security environment.  Experience managing a multi-organizational team (international and national partners) is a plus.
  • Somali language skills preferred
  • Experience managing girls’ secondary education programs required.  Prefer expertise in at least one of the following areas: Ministry of Education capacity building, teacher training (primary and secondary level), community-based education targeting community acceptance of girl’s education, and design and implementation of smart subsidies to increase education enrollment and retention.
  • Experience working in the Horn of Africa is preferred, especially in Somalia
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
  • Demonstrated experience working with country-level ministries and government officials, Ministry of Education experience preferred.
Success Factors:
The successful Manager will combine exceptional management skills and technical skills with a focus on innovative interventions to enroll and retain Somali girls in school. 
S/he will also have proven experience with providing technical training, cross-cultural teams and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills. Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential.  
The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

Living Conditions/Environmental Conditions:
The Project Director will be based in Hargeisa, and manage activities throughout the country with an estimated travel of up to 60%.  This is an unaccompanied post in an insecure, conservative environment.  Mercy Corps team members live in group housing given security risks. 
Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. 
Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

To apply, please use the following link to our jobs page: http://bit.ly/S6kXEG
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Insurance Group Training & Development Manager Job in Kenya

Training & Development Manager

Industry:
Insurance
 
Location: Nairobi

Our client, one of the largest insurance groups in the region, with well-established insurance operations in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania is seeking to recruit a Training & Development Manager.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design and rollout of talent and leadership development programs across the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

Training needs assessment
  • Develop and implement the company’s training strategy based on the corporate strategy and changing business needs.
  • Identify and document training needs across the company through job analysis, review of corporate strategies and appraisal schemes as well as discussions with business managers and employees.
Training resources and budget
  • Develop training budgets and ensure expenditure on all training interventions and programmes are within the approved budget.
  • Design, develop and implement evaluation systems to track ROI for all training interventions.
  • Manage the Company’s e-learning programme to ensure that uptake of e-learning across the company is maintained at high levels. 
  • Develop and organize training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
Career development
  • Develop and establish a coaching and mentoring culture in the company.
  • Coordinate the Company’s professional training programme and ensure increasing numbers of staff attain professional certification in CII, IIK, CPA, ACCA etc.
  • Monitor and review the progress of on-the-job-training for management trainees through questionnaires and discussions with managers and the trainees. 
In-house training
  • Identify and evaluate training service providers by surveying, investigating, requesting proposals and interviewing potential trainers.
  • Identify, develop and maintain a pool of competent internal resources that can manage and deliver training events and facilitate specific training interventions.
  • Publish and distribute an annual training calendar with courses that cater for specific knowledge or skills gaps.
Qualifications/Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences from a recognized university.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role with a proven track record of creating and implementing long-term corporate wide programs and roll outs within a cross-functional environment.
  • Ability to assess, evaluate, design and implement training solutions based on analysis and metrics.
  • Excellent presentation skills with strong abilities to facilitate successful presentations and training programs to individuals and/or large groups at all levels of the organization.
  • Exceptional public speaking, persuasiveness, counseling and mentoring skills. 
  • Strategic thinking, business and results oriented, self-directed.
To apply, send your CV ONLY and cover letter to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 20th July 2012. 
Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.
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IRC Finance Intern Job in Kenya

IRC is currently looking for a Finance Intern who will be responsible for processing cheque payments, finance office filing, listing of SUN and excel journals, filing them on a monthly basis, ensuring that grant filing is up to date, assisting in collating commitments for the BVA’s and accruals during grant closure.

Qualifications:
 
Minimum CPA II qualification
 
Knowledge in Excel

Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers

Please apply on or before July 20, 2012
 
IRC leading the way from harm to home

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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Pacis Insurance Company CBD Branch Underwriter Job in Kenya

Pacis Insurance Company wishes to recruit an experienced, dynamic, innovative and hard working individual to fill the following position.

Underwriter – CBD Branch
 
Nature and Scope
 
To manage and service intermediary and direct business to ensure retention and growth at the branch.
  • Attend queries within the standards of service.
  • Prepare documentation as per the standards of service.
  • Issue motor, confirmations of cover and marine certificates of insurance on request within authority limits
  • Document claims for transmission to head office for processing
  • Debiting of premium new business, endorsements and renewals for all agents and direct clients within the month of risk.
  • Prepare and dispatch renewal notices as per standards of service and negotiate on renewal terms where applicable.
  • Follow up on renewals
  • Prepare timely and accurate quotations as per the underwriting manual
  • Collection of full premium for all business accepted.
  • Assist the branch manager in ensuring the branch is running efficiently
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
  • Degree in business
  • Professional training or progress such as IIK Diploma or ACII
  • Knowledge of Business Administration skills
  • Minimum 7 years relevant underwriting experience
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Good Computer skills
If you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, email your application, detailed CV indicating current position and telephone contacts and preferred pay to the underwriting manager hr@paciskenya.com – EMAIL TITLED UNDERWRITER‐CBD not later than 17th July, 2012

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted.
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Real Estate Development Company Project Manager Job in Kenya

We are a real estate development company and are looking to recruit a highly qualified and motivated individual, to fill the position of Project Manager.

He/she will head and manage the construction/projects department. 
He/she will be responsible for the overall planning, execution, monitoring of all projects to ensure that all projects specifications and quality standards, project timelines, budgets and profitability projections, are met.

He/she will be for the management of the site offices for the different projects and will oversee all the construction related resources and staff members.

Desired Qualifications, Experience and Skills
  • Degree in Project/Construction management from recognized institutions
  • Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in the construction industry, at least one year must have been in supervisory or management position.
  • Financial management of Projects
  • Proficiency in office productivity and construction software.
  • Must have experience in BOQ preparation and tendering procedures.
  • Must be able to demonstrate skills on how to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment.
  • Must demonstrate capacity to lead and motivate, high standards of communication and interpersonal skills
  • Must be willing to travel extensively.
If your experience and competencies match the above specifications, please send your cover letter and detailed CV, stating your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@kisimaproperties.com, to reach us before 19th July, 2012.
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Insurance Group Training & Development Manager Job in Kenya

Training & Development Manager

Industry:
Insurance
 
Location: Nairobi

Our client, one of the largest insurance groups in the region, with well-established insurance operations in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania is seeking to recruit a Training & Development Manager.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design and rollout of talent and leadership development programs across the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

Training needs assessment
  • Develop and implement the company’s training strategy based on the corporate strategy and changing business needs.
  • Identify and document training needs across the company through job analysis, review of corporate strategies and appraisal schemes as well as discussions with business managers and employees.
Training resources and budget
  • Develop training budgets and ensure expenditure on all training interventions and programmes are within the approved budget.
  • Design, develop and implement evaluation systems to track ROI for all training interventions.
  • Manage the Company’s e-learning programme to ensure that uptake of e-learning across the company is maintained at high levels. 
  • Develop and organize training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
Career development
  • Develop and establish a coaching and mentoring culture in the company.
  • Coordinate the Company’s professional training programme and ensure increasing numbers of staff attain professional certification in CII, IIK, CPA, ACCA etc.
  • Monitor and review the progress of on-the-job-training for management trainees through questionnaires and discussions with managers and the trainees. 
In-house training
  • Identify and evaluate training service providers by surveying, investigating, requesting proposals and interviewing potential trainers.
  • Identify, develop and maintain a pool of competent internal resources that can manage and deliver training events and facilitate specific training interventions.
  • Publish and distribute an annual training calendar with courses that cater for specific knowledge or skills gaps.
Qualifications/Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences from a recognized university.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role with a proven track record of creating and implementing long-term corporate wide programs and roll outs within a cross-functional environment.
  • Ability to assess, evaluate, design and implement training solutions based on analysis and metrics.
  • Excellent presentation skills with strong abilities to facilitate successful presentations and training programs to individuals and/or large groups at all levels of the organization.
  • Exceptional public speaking, persuasiveness, counseling and mentoring skills. 
  • Strategic thinking, business and results oriented, self-directed.
To apply, send your CV ONLY and cover letter to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 20th July 2012. 
Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.
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Automobile Industry Sales Executives Jobs in Western, Nyanza, Central, Rift valley & Nairobi

Sales Executives 
(4 Positions)
 
Industry: Automobile industry
 
Location: Western, Nyanza, Central, Rift valley & Nairobi
 
Our client, a long established Blue Chip Motor vehicle company is seeking to recruit Sales Executives to support sales in the following regions: Western, Nyanza, Central Rift Valley & Nairobi.
 
Key Roles and responsibilities
  • Undertake field trips to follow up on prospects and provide feedback via formal reports
  • Increase awareness of and market all company products and services in the market segment
  • Build strong relationship with business partners in the industry
  • Drive growth of products and indentify market opportunities for business expansion.
Profile Traits
  • Mature and responsible person between 27-45 yrs
  • High moral and ethical standards
  • Capability to work independently and intelligently
  • Highly driven/dynamic, result oriented
  • Good organizational and reporting skills
  • Presentable dynamic and with leadership skills
  • Team player with excellent communication/analytical/social skills
  • Must have strong interest in sales and marketing
Qualifications
  • University Degree or diploma in sales and marketing or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • Practical commercial approach and marketing skills.
  • Minimum of 3 Years demonstrated experience in Automobile or other industries- BASED IN THE ABOVE REGIONS ( successful candidates will not be required to relocate)
  • A well established existing client contact Network within the geographical region.
To apply send your CVs ONLY TO vacancies@flexi-personnel.com before Wednesday 18th July 2012. 
Clearly indicate the position applied for and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.
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AKUHN Paediatric Surgery, Outreach Services Mgr, Registrar, Biomedical Engineer & Technologist, Radiographer Jobs in Kenya

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:

Full Time Faculty - Paediatric Surgery
  • This is a Full-Time faculty appointment reporting to the Chair, Department of Surgery. 
  • The incumbent will provide specialist services in Paediatric Surgery and will be involved in teaching of residents. 
  • Applicants for the position must posses a Masters of Medicine - (General Surgery) and a postgraduate degree and specialist recognition in Paediatric Surgery. 
  • S/he should have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience post registration as a Paediatric Surgeon and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board. 
  • Candidates with expertise and experience in congenital surgery and emergency cases will be preferred.

Manager, Outreach Services
  • The Manager, Outreach Services will liaise with Hospital Departments such as Pharmacy, Laboratory, Radiology, Nursing, Finance, Marketing, ICT, Legal Office, etc in the establishment of Outreach Centres. 
  • S/he will manage the day to day operations of assigned outreach centres to ensure efficient and effective services in the centres. 
  • The Manager will monitor quality and promptly address issues related to patients, staffing, space, equipment and service in order to achieve the overall goals and objectives of the Institution. 
  • Applicants for the position should have a Degree in Management/Business Administration/Finance. 
  • S/he should have five or more years’ experience in a similar position in a healthcare institution. 
  • The successful candidate should be computer savvy with good leadership, organizational and communication skills.

Registrar – Department of Paediatrics
  • The Registrar will provide clinical care to patients; teach, supervise and provide leadership to junior doctors in the Paediatrics Unit. S/he will provide emergency support to ensure timely and optimal delivery of quality patient care. 
  • The areas of service covered on rotational basis will include children’s emergency unit, children’s ward, paediatric and neonatal high dependency units and neonatal ICU.
  • Applicants must have a Masters of Medicine Degree in Paediatrics and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Board. 
  • Training in EPLS and an interest in haemato-oncology and/or gastro-enterology would be an added advantage. 
  • The candidate should demonstrate an interest in teaching and research. 
  • S/he should be a good team player with an interest in working in an academic institution.
Biomedical Engineer
  • The Biomedical Engineer will assist the Manager, Biomedical Engineering with all aspects of program management, including work history data analysis, staffing allocations, attending to unscheduled maintenance, developing preventive maintenance schedules and guidelines, budget control, equipment acquisition planning, installation and testing, outside vendor management, and the provision of Biomedical Engineering services to support patient diagnosing and treatment.
  • Applicants must have a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering and/or a Bachelors Degree with at least five years’ experience in a similar position. 
  • S/he should have knowledge on anatomy, electro mechanical, medical equipment functioning and Imaging equipment technical maintenance. 
  • The candidate must be registered and/or eligible for registration with the Association of Medical Engineers of Kenya and/or Engineering Board of Kenya.

Biomedical Technologist
  • The Biomedical Technologist will repair, calibrate, and maintain Medical Equipment, instrumentation, and support systems of moderate complexity used within the Aga Khan University Hospital healthcare delivery to support patient diagnosing and treatment. 
  • S/he will inspect, install, and perform inventory assessments and preventive maintenance of medical equipment. 
  • Applicants must have a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering Program with at least two years’ experience in a similar position.
  • The ideal candidate should have knowledge on anatomy, electro mechanical, medical equipment functioning and critical care equipment maintenance. 
  • The candidate must be registered and/or eligible for registration with the Association of Medical Engineers of Kenya and/or Engineering Board of Kenya.
Radiographer/Ultrasonographer 
  • The Radiographer /Ultrasonographer will be responsible for the provision of high quality radiographs /ultrasound imaging services.
    Applicants should have a Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences and 2 years working experience in a busy established Radiology Department. 
  • S/he should have a Certificate or post graduate training in the field of Ultrasound Imaging and at least one year working experience. 
  • The ideal candidate should be computer literate with excellent interpersonal, organisational and customer service skills.
To Apply:

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to, 
the Manager, Recruitment, 
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, NAIROBI or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 25th July 2012. 
Applications by email are preferred. 
Visit our website www.aku.edu for more information.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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AKUHN Paediatric Surgery, Outreach Services Mgr, Registrar, Biomedical Engineer & Technologist, Radiographer Jobs in Kenya

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:

Full Time Faculty - Paediatric Surgery
  • This is a Full-Time faculty appointment reporting to the Chair, Department of Surgery. 
  • The incumbent will provide specialist services in Paediatric Surgery and will be involved in teaching of residents. 
  • Applicants for the position must posses a Masters of Medicine - (General Surgery) and a postgraduate degree and specialist recognition in Paediatric Surgery. 
  • S/he should have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience post registration as a Paediatric Surgeon and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board. 
  • Candidates with expertise and experience in congenital surgery and emergency cases will be preferred.

Manager, Outreach Services
  • The Manager, Outreach Services will liaise with Hospital Departments such as Pharmacy, Laboratory, Radiology, Nursing, Finance, Marketing, ICT, Legal Office, etc in the establishment of Outreach Centres. 
  • S/he will manage the day to day operations of assigned outreach centres to ensure efficient and effective services in the centres. 
  • The Manager will monitor quality and promptly address issues related to patients, staffing, space, equipment and service in order to achieve the overall goals and objectives of the Institution. 
  • Applicants for the position should have a Degree in Management/Business Administration/Finance. 
  • S/he should have five or more years’ experience in a similar position in a healthcare institution. 
  • The successful candidate should be computer savvy with good leadership, organizational and communication skills.

Registrar – Department of Paediatrics
  • The Registrar will provide clinical care to patients; teach, supervise and provide leadership to junior doctors in the Paediatrics Unit. S/he will provide emergency support to ensure timely and optimal delivery of quality patient care. 
  • The areas of service covered on rotational basis will include children’s emergency unit, children’s ward, paediatric and neonatal high dependency units and neonatal ICU.
  • Applicants must have a Masters of Medicine Degree in Paediatrics and be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners’ and Dentists’ Board. 
  • Training in EPLS and an interest in haemato-oncology and/or gastro-enterology would be an added advantage. 
  • The candidate should demonstrate an interest in teaching and research. 
  • S/he should be a good team player with an interest in working in an academic institution.
Biomedical Engineer
  • The Biomedical Engineer will assist the Manager, Biomedical Engineering with all aspects of program management, including work history data analysis, staffing allocations, attending to unscheduled maintenance, developing preventive maintenance schedules and guidelines, budget control, equipment acquisition planning, installation and testing, outside vendor management, and the provision of Biomedical Engineering services to support patient diagnosing and treatment.
  • Applicants must have a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering and/or a Bachelors Degree with at least five years’ experience in a similar position. 
  • S/he should have knowledge on anatomy, electro mechanical, medical equipment functioning and Imaging equipment technical maintenance. 
  • The candidate must be registered and/or eligible for registration with the Association of Medical Engineers of Kenya and/or Engineering Board of Kenya.

Biomedical Technologist
  • The Biomedical Technologist will repair, calibrate, and maintain Medical Equipment, instrumentation, and support systems of moderate complexity used within the Aga Khan University Hospital healthcare delivery to support patient diagnosing and treatment. 
  • S/he will inspect, install, and perform inventory assessments and preventive maintenance of medical equipment. 
  • Applicants must have a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering Program with at least two years’ experience in a similar position.
  • The ideal candidate should have knowledge on anatomy, electro mechanical, medical equipment functioning and critical care equipment maintenance. 
  • The candidate must be registered and/or eligible for registration with the Association of Medical Engineers of Kenya and/or Engineering Board of Kenya.
Radiographer/Ultrasonographer 
  • The Radiographer /Ultrasonographer will be responsible for the provision of high quality radiographs /ultrasound imaging services.
    Applicants should have a Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences and 2 years working experience in a busy established Radiology Department. 
  • S/he should have a Certificate or post graduate training in the field of Ultrasound Imaging and at least one year working experience. 
  • The ideal candidate should be computer literate with excellent interpersonal, organisational and customer service skills.
To Apply:

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to, 
the Manager, Recruitment, 
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, NAIROBI or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 25th July 2012. 
Applications by email are preferred. 
Visit our website www.aku.edu for more information.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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International Medical Corps Wash Officer, Logistics Assistant Job in Kenya

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. 
International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. 
Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. 
By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance. 
IMC is seeking candidates to fill the following positions;

1. Wash Officer – Isiolo Nutrition Project

Scope Of Work – Essential Duties
  • Assess and report on the WASH situation in health centers, schools, CMAM centers and drought affected community.
  • Coordinate with DWO/DPHOs for rehabilitation/ repairs to WASH infrastructure
  • Support DWO/DPHOs plan for rehabilitation/repairs to WASH infrastructure
  • Support DWO/DPHOs to plan and monitor distribution of WASH, IEC materials
  • Provide planning and technical support for Training of CHWs on Hygiene promotion and HWTs
  • Support planning and monitoring of Rapid Hygiene Promotion Campaigns
  • Support DPHO/CHWs to plan and monitor outreach activities
  • Mobilize and train community groups on Hygiene promotion and HWTs
  • Establishment of supply chain links for HWTs supplies
Qualifications And Experience
  • Minimum academic qualification of Diploma in Public Health
  • Strong background in and conversancy of Public Health needs in project area with a minimum of 2 years experience in public health in arid and semi-arid areas;
  • Understanding of community nutrition programs;
  • Strong presentation skills at the district and provincial level with excellent orientation of the Public Health Department/Ministry;
  • Excellent team building working skills, strong personal and interpersonal skills with demonstrated coordination, leadership and supervisory excellence;
  • Good fieldwork skills with understanding of organization’s project area;
  • Results oriented.
2. Logistics Assistant (2) – Laikipia And Tanariver Nutrition Projects

Scope Of Work – Essential Duties
  • Assist with procurement of goods and services for field programs
  • Receiving and coordinating all goods movement right from procurement to distribution level
  • Supervise the organization of transportation out of the field
  • Follow up on payments for monthly recurrent costs.
  • Maintain vendor supplies.
  • Asset tracking, updating and physical verification
  • Follow up deliveries from suppliers
  • Supervise storekeeping and dispatch of goods to the desired locations/destinations promptly
Qualifications And Experience
  • Minimum qualification Diploma in purchasing and supplies or related field is preferable. University degree will be added advantage.
  • Three years of professional work experience in logistics management
  • Previous field level experience desirable
  • Experience in a humanitarian or other International NGO.
  • Practical knowledge and understanding of Donor rules & regulations shall be an added advantage
  • Conversant with MS Office.
  • Conversant with IMC policies and procedures will be added advantage.
  • Attention to detail.
Qualified and interested candidates to submit applications BY E-MAIL ONLY which should include: -
  1. Application Letter; 
  2. Current C.V. with telephone number and e-mail address;
  3. Three referees
with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses not later than 18th July, 2012 to
kenyajobs@internationalmedicalcorps.org
Any attachments apart from the above mentioned will lead to disqualification of the application. Indicate job title on the subject line

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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International Medical Corps Wash Officer, Logistics Assistant Job in Kenya

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. 
International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. 
Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. 
By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance. 
IMC is seeking candidates to fill the following positions;

1. Wash Officer – Isiolo Nutrition Project

Scope Of Work – Essential Duties
  • Assess and report on the WASH situation in health centers, schools, CMAM centers and drought affected community.
  • Coordinate with DWO/DPHOs for rehabilitation/ repairs to WASH infrastructure
  • Support DWO/DPHOs plan for rehabilitation/repairs to WASH infrastructure
  • Support DWO/DPHOs to plan and monitor distribution of WASH, IEC materials
  • Provide planning and technical support for Training of CHWs on Hygiene promotion and HWTs
  • Support planning and monitoring of Rapid Hygiene Promotion Campaigns
  • Support DPHO/CHWs to plan and monitor outreach activities
  • Mobilize and train community groups on Hygiene promotion and HWTs
  • Establishment of supply chain links for HWTs supplies
Qualifications And Experience
  • Minimum academic qualification of Diploma in Public Health
  • Strong background in and conversancy of Public Health needs in project area with a minimum of 2 years experience in public health in arid and semi-arid areas;
  • Understanding of community nutrition programs;
  • Strong presentation skills at the district and provincial level with excellent orientation of the Public Health Department/Ministry;
  • Excellent team building working skills, strong personal and interpersonal skills with demonstrated coordination, leadership and supervisory excellence;
  • Good fieldwork skills with understanding of organization’s project area;
  • Results oriented.
2. Logistics Assistant (2) – Laikipia And Tanariver Nutrition Projects

Scope Of Work – Essential Duties
  • Assist with procurement of goods and services for field programs
  • Receiving and coordinating all goods movement right from procurement to distribution level
  • Supervise the organization of transportation out of the field
  • Follow up on payments for monthly recurrent costs.
  • Maintain vendor supplies.
  • Asset tracking, updating and physical verification
  • Follow up deliveries from suppliers
  • Supervise storekeeping and dispatch of goods to the desired locations/destinations promptly
Qualifications And Experience
  • Minimum qualification Diploma in purchasing and supplies or related field is preferable. University degree will be added advantage.
  • Three years of professional work experience in logistics management
  • Previous field level experience desirable
  • Experience in a humanitarian or other International NGO.
  • Practical knowledge and understanding of Donor rules & regulations shall be an added advantage
  • Conversant with MS Office.
  • Conversant with IMC policies and procedures will be added advantage.
  • Attention to detail.
Qualified and interested candidates to submit applications BY E-MAIL ONLY which should include: -
  1. Application Letter; 
  2. Current C.V. with telephone number and e-mail address;
  3. Three referees
with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses not later than 18th July, 2012 to
kenyajobs@internationalmedicalcorps.org
Any attachments apart from the above mentioned will lead to disqualification of the application. Indicate job title on the subject line

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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Oxfam Conflict / Gender Policy Advisor, Regional Security Advisor, Regional Procurement Officer Jobs in Kenya

Background
Oxfam is one of the world’s leading humanitarian agencies assisting people affected by natural disasters and conflict throughout the world. 
With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers in more than 80 countries, Oxfam is able to achieve the greatest impact to end poverty and suffering through combining emergency response work, long-term programmes for poverty alleviation and campaigning for lasting change. 
The Horn, East, and Central Africa (HECA) Region is the largest region within Oxfam, covering 8 countries, including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda. 
The Regional Centre is based in Nairobi and is mandated to provide leadership and support to the Oxfam country programmes in delivering their strategies within the context of programme quality, and efficiency.
Oxfam has the following opportunities based in Nairobi, Regional Centre for Horn East and Central Africa.
Policy Advisor - Conflict and Gender
Horn East and Central Africa
 
Contract Type: Open Ended
Level: C2 – Global
Salary Range: GBP 20,619 - 27,642 net (take home pay) per annum;
Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, medical, education among others
You will:
  • Lead on the development of policy and trends analysis on livelihoods, insecurity and gender issues focusing on the four priority countries
  • Delivery of high quality research focusing on livelihoods and security (within a gendered perspective) across the four priority countries.
  • Conduct policy analysis and lead in the development of advocacy strategies for EAC and IGAD for Oxfam with particular reference to peace and security institutions.
  • Provide policy support to Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia and DRC as the Rights in Crisis priority countries.
  • Provide leadership in monitoring cross country learning’s including best practice and research opportunities and organisation of regional learning sessions.
  • Provide a strategic link between country, regional, continental and global work on livelihoods and security issues ensuring gender is well mainstreamed.
  • Input into country strategy reviews and help with monitoring and evaluation processes and regional documentation of knowledge related to RIC
  • Lead in development of policy positions, policy briefs and reports for use for advocacy and influence
What we are looking for:
  • Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability and experience of high level lobby
  • Good understanding of security and development debates and theories as well as a good understanding of gender dimensions to security and livelihoods.
  • Strong track record of research
  • Experience working in the region on similar work and good understanding of HECA region
  • Strong skills in policy analysis, trends and research especially related to security, livelihoods and gender
  • Good project management skills with a track record of M&E work and documentation of knowledge
  • Track record of high performance and ability to deliver in high pressure environments
  • Understanding of gender in development and in conflict
  • Experience of working with UN agencies, government bodies and ability to build coalitions and gain consensus
  • Willing to travel for 50% of the year
  • A strong commitment to Oxfams’s values and beliefs.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5544. 
The closing date is: 27th July 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.

Regional Security Advisor
 
Horn, East and Central Africa
Contract Type: Fixed – Term - 2 yrs
Level: C2 - Global
Salary Range: GBP 20,619 - 27,642 net (take home pay) per annum;
Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, medical, education among others

The role
You will collect and collate regular security updates from the field sites and other sources and prepare monthly, quarterly reports and analysis for Oxfam management. 
Ensure harmonized security strategies, evacuation plans, new staff security, orientation and ensure Oxfam security protocols are maintained and adhered to. 
Responsible for reviewing country security evacuation and contingency plans. 
Ensure the implementation of the minimum security management guidelines established by country programmes. 
Organize, implement and follow up on the promotion of security awareness among national and international staff. Develop security training plans and implement it by providing trainings to national and international staff. Establish early warning systems in coordination with other stakeholders regionally and in countries. 
Establish networks with other NGOs and UN agencies regarding security and establish an information exchange network. 
Maintain contact with Global security team regarding country security strategies and incident reporting in conjunction with the country director(s).
What we’re looking for:
  • Considerable practical experience of security assessment, planning and implementation of procedures in the context of UN or NGO humanitarian operations.
  • Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences including in complex and stressful circumstances.
  • Proven experience of field based training.
  • Ability to advice and support field staff in a consultative manner.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities. Must be organised and efficient.
  • A strong commitment to Oxfam›s values and beliefs.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV including a day time contact by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5561. 
The closing date is: 21st July 2012. 
Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.
Regional Procurement Officer
Horn, East & Central Africa Regional Centre- HECA
 
Contract Type: Open ended
Level: D1 - National
Salary (From Kes 168,462 gross per month) 
A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including pension and medical.
Are you self-motivated and result-oriented? 
The Regional Centre would like to recruit you to the position of the Regional Procurement Officer to join an innovative team that implements the HECA regional logistics & supply strategy by providing support to the country programmes of the region in terms of effective quality supply, advisory and capacity building

The role
You will manage the daily running of the RC procurement function, ensuring that procurement is carried out in line with Oxfam Policy and procedure for the eight countries in the region and the regional centre, perform tendering and contracting tasks for the regional centre supply unit. 
Update Oxfam GB supplier database following our ethical purchasing policy and ensure suppliers are selected in accordance with the policy, and to act as the Helios focal point for the Helios Project within the regional centre, liaising with the Helios team in Regional Centre and Oxford on operational and strategic issues relating to the project.

The Person
To be successful in this role you will have at least a university degree in relevant field, CIPS diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience in supply chain management role in a busy office, be a member of KISM and be able to demonstrate understanding & knowledge of operational Purchasing & Supply practice, policies & procedures in a similar role. 
Demonstrate a high level of numeracy with experience in cost analysis, work accurately with attention to
detail, demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of working, have strong negotiation skills and proven experience and knowledge of tendering and contracting practices. 
You will also be a team player, an avid learner, have good communication skills with excellent interpersonal and computer skills with a strong commitment to Oxfam values.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone by applying online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5565 or via email to: hecajobs@oxfam.org.uk.
The closing date: 25th July 2012. 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.
Disclaimer
Oxfam is an equal opportunity employer.
You are not required to pay any fees to apply for jobs at Oxfam.
Oxfam does not conduct recruitments through agents.
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