Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Marketing Officer - Music Copyright Society of Kenya

Qualification:
-Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing Option),
-Diploma in marketing
-Computer Literate
Work Experience:
-Proven record in analyzing the market establishing themarketing needs of the organization,and prioritizingschedule for enhanced productivity
-Knowledge of modern sales, marketing and public relationsoperations
-5 years work related experience
-Strong written and verbal communication
-Should be highly professional and a person of integrity
-Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
-Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
-Excellent reporting skills.

Contacts
The Chairman
Music Copyright Society of Kenya
P.o.Box 14806-00800,
Nairobi

Finance Manager - Brand Kenya Board

Description:
-Establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedures in compliance with Statutory regulations;
-Designing and implementing internal control procedures and production of reports on all financial transactions;
-Participation in the preparation of the Board’s Strategic (Operational) plans and forecasts, HR succession planning, cash flow projections and computation of expense ratios;
-Coordinating the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goals;
-Administering the payroll and employee benefits and the Board’s insurance;
-Developing, maintaining and monitoring grants accounting systems and procedures and capturing all pledges, billings and receipts;
-Coordination of annual audits (both systems & book audits ) in compliance with International Accounting Standards;
-Management of day to day accounting processes, reconciling monthly activity and generating end-year reports;
-Maintaining liaison with relevant Government departments for necessary consultation on financial matters to ensure the Board’s compliance with statutory requirements;
-Guiding and supervising staff performance in the department to foster discipline, motivation and team spirit

Requirements:
-Holder of a degree qualification majoring in finance;
-Holder of CPA (K)/ and member of ICPA;
-At least seven years progressive experience in Finance Management;
-Budget development and oversight experience;
-Practical Knowledge of tax and other compliance requirements of state corporations;
-Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook and access;
-Excellent communication skills both verbal and written;
-Knowledge of Government Contract Management;
-Strong leadership skills & a strategic thinker.

If your background and competencies match the specification for this position, please write in confidence, quoting the position in your application letter and attach your curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers and names and addresses of three referees and send
Brand Kenya Board Headquarters:
Waajiri House, Argwings Kodhek Road – Milimani,
Nairobi.
P. O. Box 48311-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Information Technology Officer

Summary: Brand Kenya Board
Description:
Reporting to the ICT Manager, the Information Technology Officer will ensure the functionality of computer hardware and software.

Key Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring availability and efficient operation of the network;
- Ensuring network security and appropriate backing ups;
-Trouble shooting of hardware and software problems;
-Developing new data bases on need basis;
-Maintenance of the website;
-Conducting basic user training;
-Ensuring efficient email and internet access;
-Collation and maintenance of audio visual materials

Requirements:
-A degree in computer science or information systems or the equivalent;
-3 years experience in ICT operations;
-Excellent analytical and communication skills;
-He/ she must be a team player and an innovative person

If your background and competencies match the specification for this position, please write in confidence, quoting the position in your application letter and attach your curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers and names and addresses of three referees and send

Contact Info: Board Brand Kenya Board Headquarters:

Waajiri House, Argwings Kodhek Road – Milimani,

Nairobi.

P. O. Box 48311-00100

Nairobi, Kenya

Personal Assistant-Span Image (K) Ltd

This is a key position reporting to the Chairman.
The jobholder will provide personal and administrative assistance to the Chairman.

Key accountabilities will include:
•Manage the Chairman’s diary and ensure programme for the day is followed with minimal interruption.
• Manage all incoming and outgoing calls.
• Arranges travel schedule and reservations. Prepare itineraries, reservations, and accommodations
• Handle all routine and non-routine correspondence, emails and faxes addressed to the Chairman
•Maintain an efficient filling system
• Coordinate logistics, PR activities and Meetings (internal & external)
• Oversee Chairman’s Office Operations, procurement, general administration
• Assist in preparation of Board meeting papers, presentations etc.
• Coordination of projects managed under the Chairman’s Office
• To research information for the Chairman and liaise with other departments to obtain information

Ideal Candidate Profile
• Diploma in Secretarial studies or Business Administration. A degree in the related field would be an added advantage.
• 5 years experience of which two (2) must be in a senior secretarial position.
• Technical skills – knowledge to be able to perform the job effectively e.g. Secretarial skills
• Computer skills - Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Records management – ability to deal with information effectively e.g. receives letters, draft responses, write good reports and file appropriately
• Interpersonal skills – ability to deal with both staff and clients at all levels in a courteous and professional manner
• Good planning, coordination and organizational skills
• Excellent communication, both written and oral
• Ability to exercise the highest level of responsibility, discretion and confidentialityPlease send your application stating your current remuneration to;
recruit@spanimage-ke.com
Deadline for applications: 6th July 2009

Monday, June 29, 2009

STORE KEEPER

A medium sized company in production and export of horticulture industry

Requirements:

The ideal candidate should possess the
following:

* A diploma in store management or
CPA 1
* Must be computer literate
* At least three years working
experience.
If your meet the above minimum qualification send your application letter indicating
position applied for with a detailed CV giving day time contacts of three referees.

The Managing Director
P.O. Box 16845, 00620 Mobil Plaza
Nairobi.

National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development Jobs and Career Opportunities

The National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development, a semi autonomous
government agency, wishes to fill the vacant positions listed below:

Human Resources and Administration Manager

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Taking charge of staff training and career development in the Agency
  • Coordinating compensation administration, including salary surveys, benefits and the payroll
  • Responsible for the review, updating and implementation of the human resource policy
  • Handling all labour relations cases, either directly or in an advisory capacity
  • Responsible for all administrative functions including transport, facilities management office logistics and legal matters affecting staff
  • Handling recruitment, induction and placement functions, Staff grievances and discipline
  • Staff performance appraisals and contract management
  • Secretary to Management Advisory Committee
Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate must:
  • possess a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences and Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management (or equivalent) from a reputable institution
  • hold a post graduate degree in human resources management
  • have at least 10 years experience, 5 of which served in a senior Human Resource Management and Administration role
  • have some HR management experience in the public sector
Administrative Assistant (Secretarial)
(2 posts)

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Undertaking general typing work
  • Operating office machines and processing information
  • Handling telephone calls and appointments
  • Managing office protocol
  • Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence
  • Overseeing and ensuring security of office records, files, equipments and documents, including classified materials
  • Managing office petty cash
  • Undertaking any other secretarial duties that may be assigned
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate must:
  • Have served in the grade of Personal Secretary I or a comparable position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years; or,
  • hold a diploma /higher diploma in secretarial management, and:
  • a certificate in computer applications (Windows, Ms-word, Ms-Excel, Ms-Access and Internet) from a recognized institution
  • Have five years working experience
  • Shown merit and ability in work performance
Interested applicants should apply in writing, enclosing their curriculum vitae,
copies of relevant certificates, and names and addresses of three referees to:

The Chief Executive Officer
National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development
P.O. Box 48994, 00100
Nairobi.

The closing date for applications will be 17th July, 2009.

The envelopes should be marked “CONFIDENTIAL” and “NCAPD-JOBS”.

National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development
Chancery Building, Valley Road,
P.O. Box 48994-00100,
Nairobi,

Telephone: 254-20-2711711/2711600/1,

E-mail: info @ ncapd-ke.org,

Website: www.ncapd-ke.org

Trade Finance Relationship Officer Job Vacancy: Consolidated Bank

Consolidated Bank wishes to attract highly motivated individuals for the following position: Trade Finance Relationship Officer

Reporting to the Trade Finance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing the Bank’s trade finance and international business by delivering combined trade finance and transactional supply chain solutions.

Key responsibilities
  • Achieve set sales performance targets in trade finance and international banking services
  • Formulate, resource, deliver and review sales strategies in trade finance and international business.
  • Develop customized international trade finance solutions to enhance profitability on international business.
  • Enhance internal and external trade finance profiles to promote business and generate new sales opportunities
  • Provide solutions that meet customers’ needs while adhering to the regulatory framework and the Bank ‘s credit policy
  • Recommend and propose improvements in trade finance and international business products in order to remain competitive in the market.
  • Research and disseminate up-to-date market intelligence to different departments and branches.
Qualifications and competencies

The candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies
  • Be a holder of Business related degree from a recognized University
  • Professional Banking qualifications such as AKIB, ACIB will be added advantage
  • Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in trade finance and international business with solid knowledge of trade finance, import/export finance, commodity finance etc
  • Have credit risk management skills
  • Must be self-driven, possess excellent communication and selling skills.
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications, enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, daytime contacts and addresses of 3 professionally relevant referees to reach the undersigned by Friday, 3rd July 2009.

Those who do not hear from us by 17th July 2009 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

The Head of Human Resources
Consolidated Bank
P.O. Box 51133
Nairobi-00200

General Manager Job Vacancy: Kencont Logistic Services

About Us

Our vision “To be the premier cargo terminal operator offering world class services”
Kencont Logistics Services (KLS) is one of the leading and pioneer Container Freight Station (CFS) in the country with its Head Office in Mombasa.

We offer a range of services from handling to storage of cars and containers within our terminals.

Job purpose

This is a senior position within the company and the successful candidate will be required to offer effective leadership in management and policy direction so as to meet KLS short and long term business objectives.

Background and scope of the Job

We are looking for an outstanding individual who will have overall responsibility for management, revenue generation, operations and people. The job entails formulation and delivery of the strategic plan.

The key aspects of this strategic position will include;
  • Development of the strategic and operations plans to meet KLS short and long term goals
  • Drive the revenue streams of KLS by working with stakeholders and customers in channeling cargo to our terminals
  • Having responsibility of the P&L of KLS and ensuring its achievement as per the plans
  • Develop and implement annual budget plans, monitor projects and investments/CAPEX and manage all aspects of the company
  • Lead the overall operations of the company
  • Work closely with all relevant stakeholders in achieving KLS objectives
  • Provide effective leadership to cross functional teams
Candidate Profile
  • Demonstrate track record of success gained at senior level management in a reputable organisation
  • Experience in the management of a profit center
  • Significant experience in driving commercial and operation objectives
  • Able to demonstrate hands-on approach whilst maintaining a strategic view
  • You should have at least 7 years at senior management level
  • Should have broad based General management background
  • Candidate should have energy, drive and passion for success.
Qualification

The successful candidate should ideally have;
  • Basic university degree with a bias in business related course
  • An MBA would be ideal
If you fit the above description, please submit your application together with a detailed CV, copies of certificates, day time telephone numbers and three referees not later than 2nd July 2009 to;

Managing Director
Kencont Logistics Service Ltd
P.O Box 99646-80107, Mombasa
Or
md @ kencont.com

Development Programmes Manager Job Vacancy: Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Position: Development Programmes Manager

Primary Purpose of the Position:

Reporting to the CEO, the Development Manager will be expected to provide overall leadership to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s (OPC’s) efforts to mobilise private resources
in support of its mission and needs and to increase its visibility and success.

This position is designed to provide key coordination and management for individual giving, foundations, business and organisational donors.

The position will be for an initial two year term with possibility of extending.

Key Duties and responsibilities:
  • Primarily responsible for the design and implementation of OPC’s development strategies and plans
  • Ensure a coordinated and systematic approach to mobilise resources for OPC’s programmes and table of needs across different possible sources including individuals, foundations and corporations
  • Work with the CEO to generate realistic fundraising targets as part of the budgeting process and oversee the implementation of that budget
  • Identify new opportunities for partnership and funding; plan and implement efforts to cultivate and solicit them
  • Plan and organise fundraising events and campaigns; ensure meaningful conservation objectives for each campaign and successful campaign implementation progress, on time and on budget
  • Help cultivate and manage relationships with local and regional conservation partners; university partners; institutions and development agencies of donor governments
  • Work with the PR and Marketing Manager to develop and effectively utilise appropriate marketing tools for fundraising purposes including newsletters, annual reports, the website, adoption programmes and other key literature
  • Link effectively with other staff of the organisation to provide ‘seamless’ service to top tier donors and partners
Key Skills and Qualifications:
  • Minimum Masters degree level
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in resource mobilisation and donor relations (governmental and private)
  • Excellent professional presence with an out-going personality and outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Broad exposure and experience in proposal writing, planned giving, major donor work and capital campaigns
Working conditions:
  • Based in Nairobi to be close to donor sources with periodic visits to OPC and significant international travel
  • Competitive terms and conditions will be provided
How to apply:

Resumes and application letters should be sent outlining suitability for this position to the following address.

Deadline for applications is Friday 10th July 2009.

The Human Resources Manager,
Ol Pejeta Conservancy,
Private Bag,
Nanyuki 10400.

E-mail: hresource @ olpejetaconservancy.org

Friday, June 26, 2009

Programme Officer, P3 Job Vacancy: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Closing date: 17 Aug 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.

Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

Responsibilities

This post is located in the UNEP, Executive Office, Resource Mobilization Section (RMS) at the Nairobi duty station. Under the direct supervision of the Director, RMS the incumbent will:

1. Coordinate relations between UNEP and donors of programmatic funding:

a) Serve as an internal focal point for matters pertaining to Partnerships between UNEP and donors;

b) Establish and maintain working relations with donors through serving as a UNEP focal point.

2. Provide programmatic and management support to the design and implementation of donor-funded programmes;

a) Ensure that Partnerships and other funds support UNEP’s high programmatic priorities;

b) Identify implementation bottlenecks, alert the Director and ensure that remedial action is taken;

c) Provide advice/training on resource mobilization and programme management.

3. Coordinate monitoring and reporting on the implementation of donor funded programmes:

a) Coordinate the gathering of information on implementation progress from UNEP Divisions and on expenditures from UNEP/CSS and QAS;

b) Coordinate the consolidation of this information in reports for the donors, in the timeframe and format required.

4. Assist in the development and implementation of UNEP’s resource mobilization strategy.

5. Other activities as requested by the Director.

Competencies

Professionalism - Ability to identify strategic issues, calculate opportunities and risks on new and unusual ideas and thinking outside the box; Knowledge of UN Rules and Regulations applicable to Projects and Programmes within the UN; practical experience in programme/project management and administration; ability to build and sustain effective working relations with various contacts of different levels.

Communication - Good communication skills (spoken and written), including the ability to draft/edit a variety of written reports, studies and other communications and to articulate ideas in a clear, concise style.

Teamwork - Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.

Planning and Organizing - Ability to work under time pressure and independently plan and organize the workload in order to meet various deadlines. Ability to establish priorities and to plan, co-ordinate and monitor own work plan.

Qualifications

Education: An advanced university degree in a field related to development and/or management. Additional courses in project/programme development and management and/or financial management are an advantage. A first university degree with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience, of which at least 4 at the international level, in working in areas of donor relations/resource mobilization, project and programme development and management and reporting.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the post advertised, excellent oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

Other Skills: Knowledge of computer applications for wordprocessing, spreadsheets and presentations (MS Office).

How to apply

www.unep.org/vacancies (See Professional Vacancies)

Policy & Advocacy Advisor Job Vacancy: Oxfam

Closing date: 28 Jun 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Oxfam International Policy & Advocacy Advisor

Based in Nairobi with up to 50% travel

Salary: £ 21,559 - £ 28, 256 Net per annum / Level C1
8 Months Fixed Term Contract From July 2009 to March 2010

Oxfam is seeking to recruit a Policy and Advocacy Advisor to support in the development and delivery of Sudan-wide advocacy and media strategies through close consultation and support from contacts in country.

The post is based in Nairobi with up to 50% travel to Sudan as well as other advocacy hubs.

The Role

The successful candidate will be expected to serve as Oxfam International policy and advocacy specialist on Sudan with the responsibility of maximising Oxfam's impact on the policies and practices of local, national, regional and international actors.

The role will lead in developing and implementing an advocacy strategy, policy analysis, and messages through consultation with key stakeholders namely the Southern Sudan policy lead, Sudan Oxfam affiliates, Right in Crisis Campaign stakeholders as well as appropriate civil society and Sudan experts.

Networking, investing in relationships to continually inform, challenge and improve advocacy messages and tactics is key in this role.

Opportunities for exposure to Oxfam International policy and advocacy work within the region and beyond will be available, as well as the opportunity to develop ones' skills as part of OI wider network in programme work.

The Person

To be successful, you will have experience in emergency and development work, experience in influencing government, donors, and other organizations through representation and / or advocacy, especially UN bodies and / or Africa Union and League of Arab States.

University education in political science, international law, international development, communications and/or an equivalent qualification is required.

Knowledge of humanitarian reform initiatives and / or pooled funding mechanism will be an added advantage.

The person will have an understanding of humanitarian principles and humanitarian reform; international humanitarian law and OECD best practices.

Experience in protection programmes and working with peace-keeping missions will be desirable.

Experience managing teams and budgets as well as experience in proposal and report writing is a plus.

Knowledge and / or experience working in Sudan will be an added advantage.

You will have excellent context analysis skills, be a strategic thinker and culturally sensitive with excellent communication skills, fluent in both written and spoken English.

How to apply

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts and two referees, preferably your current line manager to hecajobs @ oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using Ref INT3282.

Closing date for applications is 28th June 2009.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

Assistant Country Director - Programme Job Vacancy: CARE Canada

Closing date: 29 Jun 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Position Title: Assistant Country Director: Programme

Responsible to: Country Director

Base: Nairobi, Kenya

Contract duration: 1 year

Basic Function:

CARE Kenya has been working in partnership with the Government of Kenya since 1968 and is currently under the direct management of CARE Canada.

Working in close collaboration with partner organisations, the Government of Kenya and the private sector, CARE Kenya currently incorporates our mission, which is to reduce poverty at the household level and to provide relief in emergencies.

Currently, it has established four sectoral priorities: HIV/AIDS; Civil Society Engagement; Commercialization of Smallholder Agriculture and Emergency & Refugee Operations.

The Assistant Country Director: Programme is a key member of CARE Kenya’s Senior Management Team. This position will be presently based in Nairobi, Kenya.

This person will have Country Office (CO) wide responsibilities for developing, overseeing and upgrading the CO’s programming across its broad spectrum of humanitarian initiatives.

The position will fit a dynamic, self-driven, results-oriented leader/manager looking for a unique opportunity to develop and be responsible for delivering innovative strategies that will reduce poverty in Kenya.

This position calls for independent decision-making, a high degree of competence, the exercise of leadership and a willingness to be actively involved in the execution as well as the management of the program with the sector managers.

Program Development
  • Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with donors and programme staff of sponsoring CARE International members.
  • Work with sector managers to develop viable proposals to donors and contract requirements and best practice; innovate from and add value to existing projects
  • Active development of viable proposals and accurate budgets, together with consultants and a senior CO programme team comprised of programme leaders and project managers, to develop viable proposals for submission to donors that are conceptually coherent, of high quality and consistent with best practice.
  • Familiarity with new directions of CARE International and the international development community and the ability to incorporate them into new, innovative programming. New directions include the blending of rights-based with needs-based programming, ‘making markets work for the poor’, local capacity building, partnership, community-driven development, urban programming and peace-building.
  • A working knowledge of donor requirements and formats.
Programme/Contract Management
  • Direct management of the CO’s senior programme management team.
  • Direct oversight of all projects being carried out in the field to ensure high quality implementation, compliance with donor and contract requirements and best practice.
  • Direct oversight of project expenses and procurements to ensure cost overruns are avoided.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation and donor reporting
  • Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation is carried out for each project
  • Promote and ensure the implementation of cross cutting themes, such as cross sector synergy between projects, civil society strengthening and the blending of rights based and needs based programming
  • Support sector managers in their relationship and negotiations with donors, counterparts and partners as appropriate.
  • Champion the CO strategic planning process
External Relations
  • Maintain active networking and cooperative relationships with key stakeholders: donors, GOI counterparts, the UN, members of the NGO community and representatives of CARE International member organisations.
Supervisory Capacity: Sector Managers

Coordinates with: Assistant Country Director Support

Working Conditions: This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, the capital city of the country. Nairobi is an international regional center. As such, it has a large expatriate population with full international services. It is also plagued by high crime rates and violence, which requires expatriate staff to be attentive to personal safety.

Required Attributes:
  • Conceptual understanding of humanitarian needs and rights-based programming
  • Excellent English writing skills
  • Strong budgeting skill
  • Familiar with CARE and international donors’ policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Able to operate in an autonomous, self-structured work environment and meet deadlines
  • Commitment to working with and mentoring Kenyan field staff
  • Ability to lead through teamwork
  • Proven capabilities in staff supervision, project management and program development
  • Ability to operate computer program applications (e.g. MS Excel and MS Word)
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of university degree (S1) in a development related field
  • 7 years experience in an international development setting
How to apply

Contact Information:

Please apply online at www.care.ca or www.careersunited.org .

You will need to register before submitting your resume.

Note: We thank all those who will apply for this position but due to the volume of applications, we will contact only those who are selected for the interviews.

Regional Program Development Manager (RPDM)-Africa Job Vacancy: Relief International (RI)

Closing date: 31 Aug 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with travel within regions and HQ required

About RI:

Relief International (RI), an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief and development, currently seeks a Regional Program Development Manager-AFRICA.

Position Summary:

Relief International currently seeks full-time RPDMs to represent RI in all forums and to all donors and partner agencies in assigned region, with the objective of increasing visibility for RI’s work, advocating for issues important to the RI mandate, identifying and pursuing funding and other opportunities for the organization.

RPDMs may be based in Afghanistan/Pakistan, Nairobi, South Asia or other location.

RPDMs report to the Vice President Program Development.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties
  • Engage in needs assessment and identification
  • Contribute to program design, for solicited and unsolicited programs, and for pilot and full scale programs
  • Where proposals are pending with donor agencies, RPDM should be familiar with the proposal and meet with donor officers to ensure program plans represent a good fit with donor objectives
  • Where a proposal is not yet submitted, RPDM will attend relevant RFA/P meetings and gather information to be relayed to HQ for the preparation of proposals
  • Participate in the preparation of funding proposals, including sometimes leading proposal writing efforts
  • Attend regional and national coordination meetings
  • Maintain regular contact with donors, IOs, national governments, etc. to track development priorities and inform HQ of upcoming RFA/Ps
  • Disseminate information about RI achievements to donors and project a positive image of RI as an accountable and responsive NGO partner
  • Represent RI in other related meetings, seminars, lectures, and presentations ensuring RI plays its full role as an active social development organization.
  • Represent RI to the diplomatic community, particularly to ambassadors and other representatives of countries to gather relevant information related to program development, for proposal preparation, and to ensure cooperation and support for RI plans
  • Assist the RI field offices with troubleshooting, backstopping, etc. as requested by HQ
  • If needed, assist with the field level printing and delivery of proposals, within submission deadlines
  • Facilitate arrangement of appointments for the senior HQ staff when they travel to the field
  • Undertake travel within the assigned region as required in the pursuit of the above tasks
  • Prepare regular activity reports for HQ
  • Undertake other ad hoc tasks, as instructed by HQ
  • Operate within RI policy, setting an example for other field staff
Qualifications & Requirements

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability and willingness to travel between field offices and to either LA or DC as needed
  • MA in international relations, business administration or other relevant field
  • 5 years’ minimum experience INGO context, previous experience with USAID preferred
  • Proven success in grant writing, net-working and liaising with field and HQ staff when necessary
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to apply

Application Procedure: To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to hrdevelopment @ ri.org.

Important: The email subject line MUST include the following: RPDM-AFRICA.

Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

Resource Mobilisation Coordinator (2 Positions) Job Vacancies: Plan

Plan is an international humanitarian child centred community development organization, without religious, political or government affiliation.

Plan Kenya started its operations in Kenya in 1982 and is committed to improving the lives of poor children, their families and communities using Rights Based Approaches to development.

Closing date: 01 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya

Based in Tharaka and Kisumu Development Areas (DAs) and will report to the respective Area Managers.

The job holders will raise resources (grant funds) and report on utilization of the same to the donors in a timely and accurate manner.

He/She will also facilitate the enhancement of community based organizations (CBO) capacity to mobilize and manage sponsorship, grants and local resources.

This position is open to Kenyan nationals only.

Key responsibilities
  • Development, implementation and management of the Local Fundraising Strategy for long term engagement with in-country donors including corporate
  • Facilitation of partnerships development with in-country donors and partners
  • Enhancement of capacities of Plan staff on local fundraising strategies
  • Development and maintenance of databases of in-country donors and
  • Facilitation of quality and timely financial and narrative reporting
  • Support the realization of grants targets for in-country donors
  • Support effective and efficient management of in country grants including audits and maintenance of grants management systems
  • Participate in monitoring and evaluation of programs and audits
Qualifications, skills and experience:
  • A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in development studies or a related field. Master’s degree in development work is an advantage
  • 3-5 years experience in fundraising, particularly in corporate fundraising
  • Proven track record of generating income from corporate, embassies and other donors.
  • Demonstrated experience in building lasting and valuable relationships to effectively fundraise for the organization
  • A thorough understanding community development, partnerships and child rights.
  • Excellent writing, proposal and report writing skills
  • Good negotiation, communication and skills organizational skills.
  • Good presentation, facilitation and communications
  • Project management
  • Excellent working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and databases.
How to apply

jobs.plankenya @ plan–international.org

HIV/AIDS Project Coordinator Job Vacancy: Plan

Plan is an international humanitarian child centred community development organization, without religious, political or government affiliation.

Plan Kenya started its operations in Kenya in 1982 and is committed to improving the lives of poor children, their families and communities using Rights Based Approaches to development.

Closing date: 01 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya

Based in Kisumu Development Area and will report to the Area Manager.

The job holder will implement a 3year grant on strengthening the resilience and protection of children and youth affected by HIV/AIDS in Kisumu.

Key responsibilities

  • To coordinate Plan Kenya’s Community Action Project, a child and youth-centered project that aims at improving the quality of life and resilience of orphans and other vulnerable children and youth in Kisumu West district.
  • To strengthen community-led response to protect and care for orphans and other vulnerable children and youth
  • To mobilize and strengthen family and community-based responses to provide protection, care and support to orphans, other vulnerable children and youth
  • To increase the capacity and resilience of orphans, vulnerable children and youth to claim their rights and to participate in their own development
  • To contribute towards a strengthened policy environment to provide protection, care and support to orphans, vulnerable children and youth at local district and national levels.
  • To build on Plan’s experience of working in the target communities and technical expertise from staff with various programming and management competencies.
  • To adhere to established project systems for ensuring effective and regular program reporting and financial management.
Qualification and experience
  • At least a bachelor’s degree in social sciences with post-graduate qualification in HIV/AIDS related course as an added advantage
  • More than 5 years experience on HIV/AIDS programming and project cycle management at community/district levels
  • At least 2 years experience coordinating grant funded HIV/AIDS projects
  • Knowledge of topical issues on HIV/AIDS and OVC/youth programs
  • Experience on Human Rights Based Approaches with special emphasis on child rights programming
  • Knowledge and skills on MS Word and Excel applications
  • Knowledge and skills on project budget/financial resources management
How to apply

jobs.plankenya @ plan–international.org

Area Manager Job Vacancy: Plan

Plan is an international humanitarian child centred community development organization, without religious, political or government affiliation.

Plan Kenya started its operations in Kenya in 1982 and is committed to improving the lives of poor children, their families and communities using Rights Based Approaches to development.

Closing date: 01 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya

Based in Kisumu Development Area and will report to the Operations Program Support Manager.

The job holder will be responsible for managing and facilitating the implementation of Plan Kenya’s programs in the Development Area (DA) and providing leadership to the team to realise the organizational objectives.

We expect the incumbent to demonstrate superior leadership behaviours in the day to day management of people, processes and systems.

Key responsibilities
  • Provide oversight to the Development Area teams, processes and programs to facilitate the realization of Plan Kenya’s objectives in the area of operation while ensuring that the strategic objectives are achieved;
  • Facilitate the development of Community Based Organisations (CBOs) and the implementation of child centred community development programs;
  • Ensure managerial accountability for the Development Area performance and impact.
  • Lead DA teams to design and implement programs;
  • Provide leadership to the DA team and facilitate line management responsibility and accountability;
  • Establish and strengthen linkages and relationships with all the stakeholders;
  • Champion and facilitate change initiatives to enable organizational effectiveness and efficiency;
  • Manage budget preparations, utilization of investments , sponsorship systems/processes and reporting;
  • Represent Plan Kenya in the district (s) of operation.
Qualifications, experience and skills
  • A Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Development studies or a related field. Masters degree in development is an advantage;
  • At least 5 years experience in development work with experience in rights based programming and community development and participation;
  • Experience in partnership building, advocacy and networking with government, INGOs and CBOs;
  • Strong skills and experience in people management, facilitation, negotiation, planning and organisational;
  • Experience in program design, budgeting and budget management; and financial control.
  • Excellent report writing skills;
  • Good computer skills.
How to apply

jobs.plankenya @ plan–international.org

Detailed Law Review and Mapping Exercise Institutional Consultancy: United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM)

Closing date: 20 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Request for Proposal – UNIFEM

1.0 Background

The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) works for the promotion of women’s empowerment, rights and gender equality globally.

UNIFEM east and Horn of Africa Regional Office is seeking proposals from qualified institutions to undertake a detailed law review and mapping exercise that compares the existing laws with international and regional women’s rights instruments.

The review will be undertaken in Ethiopia, Uganda, Sudan and Tanzania.

It is expected that the review exercise will identify existing gaps in the national laws in the study Countries and will provide recommendations for law reform in protection of women’s human rights.

2.0 Objective
  • To undertake a detailed law review and mapping exercise that compares existing laws with international and regional women’s rights instruments in Ethiopia, Uganda, Sudan and Tanzania
  • To identify existing gaps in the national laws in the study countries
  • To draw up recommendations for law reform for protection of women’s human rights.
  • To develop an advocacy strategy for law reform in the study countries
The firm is required to provide a sample of written work as part of the proposal.

For the full Terms of Reference (ToR) and detailed requirements please visit the UNIFEM website: www.unifem-easternafrica.org or send an email request to linet.miriti-otieno @ unifem.org

How to apply

Proposal documents comprising the technical proposal and the financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked –“RFP/06/01/2009: Law Review Study 2009 should be delivered/sent to:

The Regional Programme Director
UNIFEM Regional Office for East and Horn of Africa
Block Q, UN Complex Gigiri,
PO Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

The closing date for submission of the bids is Monday July 20, 2009 at 12.00 noon local Kenya time.

Regional Study on Gender Mainstreaming Mechanisms Insitutional Consultancy: United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM)

Closing date: 20 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Request for Proposal – UNIFEM

1.0 Background

The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) works for the promotion of women’s empowerment, rights and gender equality globally.

In the current context of the new management approach to development assistance brought about by the adoption of the Paris Declaration, gender mainstreaming will be critical in ensuring that gender equality issues do not disappear as a result of the new aid modalities such as budget support, sector wide approaches (SWAPs) and basket funding.

The focus by the Paris Declaration on national ownership and leadership further requires the use of coordinated mechanisms for consistency in gender mainstreaming approaches.

It is against this background that UNIFEM is initiating a regional study on gender mainstreaming mechanisms in Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya and Sudan.

2.0 Objective
  • To assess and document the status of gender mainstreaming mechanisms in Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya and Sudan (mechanisms/structures, policies, challenges, positioning, mandate etc).
  • To examine successful mechanisms and document contributing success factors.
  • To develop a framework for supporting the coordination of gender mainstreaming mechanisms within government.
  • To engage decision makers in governments in policy discussions on best approaches to gender mainstreaming
The firm is required to provide a sample of written work as part of the proposal.

For the full Terms of Reference (ToR) and detailed requirements please visit the UNIFEM website: www.unifem-easternafrica.org or send an email request to linet.miriti-otieno @ unifem.org

How to apply

Proposal documents comprising the technical proposal and the financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes clearly marked –“RFP/06/02/2009: Gender Mainstreaming Study - 2009 should be delivered/sent to:

The Regional Programme Director
UNIFEM Regional Office for East and Horn of Africa
Block Q, UN Complex Gigiri,
PO Box 30218, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Senior HIV Prevention Expert Job Vacancy: IntraHealth International

Closing date: 15 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

The National Aids Control Council (NACC) is mandated to provide a strategic framework to coordinate stakeholders in the implementation of the national multi-sectoral response to HIV and AIDS in Kenya.

In order to strengthen capacity to accomplish its mandate, NACC through USAID/Kenya PEPFAR funded program is seeking to recruit a suitable and motivated individual to fill the following key position:

Senior HIV Prevention Expert
REF: NACC/SHPE/05/01 (Re-advertised)

Reporting to the Chair of the National HIV Prevention Task Force, this position will provide strategic and technical leadership, advice and support to define and implement the HIV prevention agenda in Kenya.

Specific roles and responsibilities will include:
  • Provide technical advise and direction in respect to the KNASP strategic priority ‘to prevent new infections: reducing the number of new HIV infections in both vulnerable groups and the general population’
  • Provide leadership and guidance to NACC in the development, refinement, and execution of the HIV prevention agenda.
  • Provide assistance to NACC in planning and implementation of prevention programs, including establishment of new programs, resource allocation, and expansion of the national prevention programs.
  • Provide strategic advice to the HIV Prevention Task Force and NACC management on emerging and strategic issues to scale up HIV prevention as well as impact alleviation;
  • Facilitate the development of a detailed work programme for the national HIV Prevention agenda through the national Prevention Task Force
  • Facilitate the development and revision of the national HIV prevention strategy to be incorporated into the Kenya National HIV and AIDS Strategic Plan (KNASP);
  • Closely monitor implementation of the HIV prevention framework with focus on early detection and communication of problem areas;
  • Provide technical input and participate in national HIV prevention summits and Joint HIV and AIDS program reviews (JAPR);
  • Provide periodic status reports on the Kenya HIV prevention agenda;
  • Propose and manage development of innovative modalities and tools to strengthen national HIV prevention programs;
  • Foster collaborative relationships with relevant entities and stakeholders involved in HIV prevention;
  • Recommend areas of operational research through the national research mechanism recommend best possible methodologies for HIV incidence estimation and trend monitoring for Kenya; and
  • Participate in the design and implementation of high-quality bio-behavioral surveillance protocols.
Qualifications, experience and competencies

Applicants to this position must have a Masters degree in Social Sciences, Public Health or Epidemiology with a focus on research.

A Doctorate degree will be an added advantage.

In addition, they should have over 10 years working experience in project management and strategy development, with at least 5 years managing HIV programs in low-income countries.

In-depth knowledge and understanding of HIV prevention programs and research as well as excellent ability in fostering collaborative relationships with external institutions are requisite.

Candidates must demonstrate exceptional computer skills, writing, communication, organization and interpersonal skills.

In addition, the candidates must be self-motivated, have the ability to work independently and possess strong team playing skills.

How to apply

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria for any of the roles above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts, quoting the relevant reference number on both the application letter and envelope.

To be considered, your application must be received by 15th July 2009 addressed to:

The Director
Capacity Project/IntraHealth International Inc.
Unga House, Muthithi Road, 7th Floor
P.O. Box 66726-00800 Nairobi.

Or

Email: jobskenya @ intrahealth.org

Those who previously applied for this position need not re-apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Country Coordinator Job Vacancy: European Committee for Agricultural Training (CEFA)

CEFA is a Non-Governmental Organisation of International Voluntary Service.

CEFA gives priority to projects aiming at food self-sufficiency and meeting the primary needs of the population (food, water, health, education, social organization).

Each project tries to couple productive interventions with actions aimed at cultural and social improvement.

Closing date: 20 Jul 2009

Location: Kenya - Nairobi

The CEFA Somalia Coordinator is the key member of CEFA Somalia Senior Management Team. This position will be presently based in Nairobi, Kenya.

He/she will have wide responsibilities for developing, overseeing and upgrading the Country Office programming across its broad spectrum of humanitarian initiatives.

The position will fit a dynamic, self-driven, results-oriented leader/manager looking for a unique opportunity to develop and be responsible for delivering innovative strategies aiming at supporting agricultural development in Somalia.

This position calls for independent decision-making, a high degree of competence, the exercise of leadership and a willingness to be actively involved in the execution as well as the management of the program with the project managers.

CEFA Somalia Management and Development:
  • Maintain a regular flow of information between CEFA Somalia and CEFA headquarters in Bologna, following instructions received from the Desk Officer and consulting him whenever necessary.
  • Maintain and strengthen networking and working relationships with donors, Projects’ Staff and Country Office staff.
  • Represent CEFA Somalia
  • Work with project managers to develop viable proposals to donors and contract requirements and best practice; innovate from and add value to existing projects.
  • Active development of viable proposals and accurate budgets, together with CEFA Somalia Desk Officer and CEFA Somalia Administrator, to develop viable proposals for submission to donors that are conceptually coherent, of high quality and consistent with best practice.
  • A working knowledge of donor requirements and formats is needed to follow-up and assist in the preparation of technical reports by the project managers.
  • Direct and oversee the management of the Country Office and human resources involved.
Projects / Contract Management:
  • Direct oversight of all projects being carried out in the field to ensure high quality implementation, compliance with donor and contract requirements and best practice.
  • Direct oversight of project expenses and procurements to ensure cost overruns are avoided.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation and donor reporting
  • Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation is carried out for each project
  • Promote and ensure the implementation of cross cutting themes, such as cross sector synergies between projects.
  • Direct and supervise project managers in their relationship and negotiations with donors, counterparts and partners as appropriate.
  • Direct the Country Office strategic planning process in coordination with CEFA HQs in Bologna and key staff on the field.
External Relations:
  • Maintain active networking and cooperative relationships with key stakeholders.
Working Conditions:

This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, the capital city of the country. Nairobi is an international regional center. As such, it has a large expatriate population with full international services.

Required Attributes:
  • Willingness to follow directions received from HQs and coordinate with HQs before taking decisions
  • Conceptual understanding of humanitarian needs and rights-based programming
  • Political awareness and ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy and to cultivate productive relationships
  • Ability to integrate knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives.
  • Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources.
  • Excellent English writing skills. Knowledge of Italian language would be a strong asset.
  • Strong budgeting skill
  • Familiarity with CEFA and international donors’ policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Able to operate in an autonomous, self-structured work environment and meet deadlines
  • Commitment to working with and mentoring field staff
  • Ability to lead through teamwork
  • Proven capabilities in staff supervision, project management and program development
  • Ability to operate computer program applications
  • Familiarity with the following subject would be considered an asset: Agricultural development, Market development, Food Security
  • A previous experience in Africa is necessary, and a direct knowledge of Somalia would be highly appreciated.
Qualifications:
  • A university degree in a development related field
  • At least a 3 years’ experience in an international development setting
How to apply

Please send a detailed CV and motivation letter to:

Luciano Centonze - Somalia Desk Officer
CEFA
l.centonze @ cefaonlus.it
info @ cefaonlus.it

Reference: CEFA Somalia Country Coordinator

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Manager, UNES Consulting Job Vacancy: University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Ltd (UNES)

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinates all activities of UNES Consulting, including supervision of staff, writing of proposals, managing all contracts and growing the business unit.
  • Coordinates the Professional Short Course Training Programme
  • Work with consultants to proactively solicit funds through an aggressive proposal-writing regime
  • Monitoring and evaluation of projects
  • Drawing annual project work plans and budgets.
  • Managing staff performance appraisal within the unit
Job Specifications
  • Must posses at least a Masters Degree
  • At least 5 years hands-on experience in leading and managing consulting teams
  • Proven track record of successful proposal writing
  • Ability to develop budgets
  • Familiarity with government and development partners proposal guidelines
  • Energetic “can do” attitude to work
  • Extensive computer skills
  • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Your application should include the following:
  • A detailed current CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience related to the position applied for, current salary and salary expectations along with the names, addresses, emails and telephone numbers of three referees.
  • A cover letter stating why you think you are the right person for the position, as well as if it would be appropriate for us to contact your current employer.
Applications should be addressed to the Managing Director and be sent via email to recruitment @ uneskenya.com to reach not later than July 24th 2009.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

UNES is an equal opportunity employer, women and candidates from marginalized
communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Natural Resource Management & Advocacy Officer Job Vacancy: Help Self Help Centre (HSHC)

HELP SELF HELP CENTRE

seeks a

Natural Resource Management & Advocacy Officer (m/f)

Duty station: Naro Moru (Central Province)

Start of service: as soon as possible

Help Self Help Centre (HSHC) is a local NGO founded in 1993.

The organisation works with forest-adjacent communities and small-scale farmers to promote rural entrepreneurship based on agriculture and Non-Wood Forest Products.

The aim of our work is eradication of poverty and conservation of the environment.

One of our successful projects is the setting up of a small-scale plant where oil seeds are processed into vegetable oils, essential oils and bio-diesel.

Our geographical focus in the Mt. Kenya region, although expansion to other areas is possible.

Various donors support HSHC amongst which long-term partner ICCO (The Netherlands), KSP (USA), PACT Kenya and CDTF (Kenya).

Responsibilities:

HSHC seeks a Natural Resource Management & Advocacy officer to support the implementation of the “Mt. Kenya West Natural Resource Management & Advocacy project”.

The main elements of the project are strengthening the capacity of local community structures in NRM, facilitate research and development of alternative livelihoods linked to Nature Based Enterprises and develop and establish linkages with relevant stakeholders in NRM.

He / she is also expected to spearhead research and development in the areas domestication of trees and vegetative propagation. He / she will work with the local communities to promote domestication and train them in management techniques.

Detailed tasks:

1. Coordination and implementation of the “Mt. Kenya West Natural Resource Management & Advocacy project”

Project management
  • Participation in the Project Implementation Committee (PIC) meetings
  • Report on PIC meetings
  • Follow-up on PIC action plans and recommendations
  • Project planning: keep track of project work plan, suggest adjustments and prepare a new work plan if and when required
  • Gather data for monitoring and evaluation
  • Prepare monthly progress reports for the PIC and donor
  • Liaise with accountant to monitor expenditures and prepare monthly financial reports
Project implementation
  • With the PIC, facilitate the capacity assessment and training of Community Forest Associations by an external consultant
  • Organise monthly public fora on environmental conservation
  • Organise a workshop to develop an advocacy campaign on environmental conservation and sustainable forest management
  • Coordinate the implementation of the advocacy campaign including posters, radio spots and bill boards
  • Training of Community Organisations on environmental and bio-diversity issues
  • Organise exchange visits for Community Forest Associations
  • Together with the Business Development Officer conduct a feasibility study on alternative Nature Based livelihoods
  • Organise community forums to discuss the results of the feasibility study
  • Mobilise support for the implementation of community action plans
  • Provide support to 20 environmental groups to implement environmental action plans
  • Facilitate the development of a project website
  • Lobby for the integration of local environmental plans in local development plans and for the allocation of funds to implement these plans
  • Any other tasks that is delegated by the PIC
2. Research and development with regard to domestication and propagation of trees (mainly cape chestnut trees)
  • Conduct research in the areas of domestication, vegetative propagation and alternative raw materials
  • Assessment of the population of cape chestnuts in the forests
  • Together with the Field Coordinator support community propagation
  • Together with the Field Coordinator promote planting of cape chestnuts on-farm and train the target groups in management techniques to increase tree output
  • Develop models to balance conservation and development
3. General HSHC tasks

HSHC project work
  • Contribute to the development of new projects
  • Identify relevant donors and contribute to fundraising
  • Network with relevant actors
  • Attend donor meetings and workshops
  • Organizational policy and plan development
  • Participate in strategic plan development and yearly implementation plans, i.e. provide input / give feedback
  • Provide input / feedback on organisational policies when requested
  • Other necessary unforeseen activities
Place within the organisation: The NRM & Advocacy officer reports to the director. He / she will work closely with the Field Coordinator, the Business Development Officer and the Project Implementation Committee which consists of representatives of the local communities and relevant stakeholders.

The main external relations include the Community Forest Associations, Community Based Organisations, government officials, local authorities, political leaders, (local) donor organisations, private sector, media and external consultants.

We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

Education:
  • Minimum Bachelor degree, preferably in Natural Resource Management, specifically forestry / plant genetic conservation
Relevant experience:

At least two years of proven experience in:
  • Lobby, advocacy and networking
  • Tree propagation, greenhouse management and tree management
  • Project management, including report writing
  • Developing and conducting (community) training
  • Conducting research, preferably in Nature Based Enterprises
Specific skills and knowledge:
  • Tree domestication
  • Greenhouse management
  • Tree management
  • Developing advocacy messages / campaigns
  • Report writing
  • Knowledge on environmental and forest laws and regulations
  • Training and facilitation skills
  • Networking skills
  • Community mobilisation skills
  • Research skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong in communication and building relations
  • Language: Kiswahili, English, preferably Kikuyu
  • Computer literate
  • Preferably able to ride motor-bike
Personal characteristics:
  • Excellent at building relationships and selling ideas
  • Able to motivate others
  • Works on own initiative, self starter
  • Team-player
  • Pro-active
  • Flexibility regarding working hours and conditions
How to apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume including your salary expectations to info @ hshc.or.ke directed to the director.

Your application should be sent by 12th July 2009 at the latest.

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.

For more information about this position please contact HSHC at 020-444 81 66 or visit www.hshc.or.ke.

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