Job Title: Agronomist

Job Location: Rural Kenya

Commitment: Long Term Career Position

Organization Description

One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.

One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income.

We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.

We are growing quickly. In six years, we have grown to serve 135,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.

We are looking for an experienced, strong team-player with training in agricultural sciences, a developed ability to manage horticultural trials, and superior research skills to manage the work in horticultural innovations for One Acre Fund’s Kenya program.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and test appropriate planting techniques for One Acre Fund crops. Current crops include maize, sukuma, tree crops, and common beans, but the list could expand.
Design proper packaging and storage of agro-materials (seed, fertilizer, chemicals)
Design and manage nursery trials and staff. Nursery trials are for new crops, products, and varieties. These trials will often be linked closely with field and farmer-based trials.
Investigate and develop management regimes for common pests and diseases.
Contribute to the improvement of soil nutrition management regimes.
Carry out field visits to farmer fields and groups for trainings, field trials, quality assurance, and troubleshooting and provide recommendations on seed issues, pest and disease treatments, agro-chemicals, soil treatment, etc.
Build relationships with agricultural research specialists and institutions
Research new techniques and inputs for agricultural related activities
Liaise between research and development staff, nursery staff, and field staff
Perform other related responsibilities, as required

Job will be based in Bungoma, Kenya and will require 20-40% travel

Salary is modest and commensurate with experience.

Job includes benefits.

Regular career reviews provide opportunities for bonuses or raises based on performance.

Requirements:

Must have 3-5+ years of agricultural field work experience
Must have a college or university degree in the agricultural sciences or a related field.
Must have received a C+ or higher on KCSE
Must speak fluent English, Kiswahili

Preferred:

Experience working in a fast-growing company
Experience balancing many high-priority projects
Project management background or experience
Strong computer and data entry skills

Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.

Location: The Agronomist will work in our Bungoma Western Region.

Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Starting Salary range of Ksh. 18,000 to 20,000/- with Performance Based Incentives

Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and small transportation allowances

Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Agronomist + the place you heard of the position)

Application end Date is 28th May 2012 at 5pm.

Please do not apply if you do not meet our strict requirements above!

Job Title: Procurement Assistant

Job Location: Rural Kenya

Commitment: Long Term Career Position

Organization Description

One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.

One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income.

We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.

We are growing quickly. In six years, we have grown to serve 135,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.

Job Description

One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking an individual to take position in the organization as Procurement Assistant.

One Acre Fund is looking for young, hardworking, and talented candidates who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives.

Contract details: Permanent and subject to performance

Candidate Profile

Interested Applicants must meet the following criteria and requirements (all of equal importance):

Completion and good results in high school and college
Strong work ethic and ability to handle a demanding, pressurized environment
Ability to seek solutions to challenging problems, and requests
Ability to work well with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational skills, and customer service skills
Strong sense of ethics, honesty and integrity
Strong sense of accountability and responsibility
Excellent written and verbal communicator

Procurement Assistant Roles and Responsibilities

Record purchase requests from various districts and departments in OAF Kenya
Solicit market prices and bids from vendors for approval before order placement
Place purchase orders and follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
Quality check item quality and quantity upon initial receive of delivery
Update and improve vendor database
Prepare and submit documentation for payment approval and for filing

Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills.

We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews.

We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.

Location: The Procurement Assistant will work in our Bungoma office.

Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives

Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and small transportation allowances

Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Procurement Assistant + the place you heard of the position) plus your salary expectation

Application End date is 28th May 2012 at 5pm

As part of our aggressive growth strategy in 2012 and to strengthen the team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the Company wishes to recruit experienced, dynamic, innovative and high caliber individuals to fill the positions of Financial Advisor.

Reporting to the Unit Manager and operating in a highly competitive and dynamic environment, this challenging position requires the candidates to perform the following functions:

Duties and Responsibilities

Prospecting for clients for the provision of insurance and investment services and products including unit trusts, life insurance, monthly investment plans, education plans, General insurance, Retirement planning, offshore products etc.
Provide financial advice to clients according to their requirements and risk profile, as well as the performance of the specific portfolios
Carry out a detailed-fact find review of the potential clients and recommend appropriate insurance and investment products.
Maintain a regular follow-up with clients to maintain a strong customer service.

Qualifications, Skills and Ability Requirements

Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualifications in areas such as education, marketing with a strong flair for sales.
Minimum KCSE grade C
Minimum Age- 25
Successful track record of selling in the financial services sector, teaching or any other relevant profession;
Highly networked and adept at connecting with people;
Prior experience in selling life or investments will be a definite advantage.
COP in insurance or its equivalent professional certification, added advantage
Good working knowledge of financial markets and financial products
Results oriented and able to work under strict deadlines to meet sales targets
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with minimum supervision

Remuneration is an attractive and highly rewarding Commission based structure.

If this position is of interest to you, please apply to lapiyo@british-american.co.ke with a covering letter latest Friday 11th May 2012 explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position (please do not send hard copies).

In the event you do not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful

Our client in real estate management is looking for a general manager with the following:

Responsibilities:

Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizations mission -- specifically, support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning.
Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services (HR, IT and Finance), through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between support and business functions.
Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence.
Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls.
Management of agency budget in coordination with the Executive Director.
Development of individual program budgets
Invoicing to funding sources, including calculation of completed units of service.
Payroll management, including tabulation of accrued employee benefits.
Disbursement of checks for agency expenses.
Organization of fiscal documents.
Regular meetings with Executive Director around fiscal planning.
Supervise and coach office manager on a weekly basis.

Responsibilities by Function

Financial Management

Direct annual budgeting and planning process for the organization's annual budget with ED
Develop and manage annual budget
Oversee monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of organization's financial performance against budget, financial and operational goals. Oversee short and long-term financial and managerial reporting.
Managing day to day processing of accounts receivable and payable using QuickBooks, producing reports as requested.
Reconciling monthly activity, generating year-end reports, and fulfilling tax related requirements.
Assisting Executive Director and Board in creating annual organizational budget and monitoring cash flow.
Managing grantor contracts and reimbursement requests.
Maintaining Intersection's archival and administrative files.
Administering payroll and employee benefits and organizational insurance.
Ensure that Accounting Department requests are resolved and communicated in a timely manner to internal and external parties.
Develop long-range forecasts and maintain long-range financial plans.
Develop, maintain and monitor all fundraising and accounting systems and procedures capturing all pledges, billings and receipts and for the recording of all revenue transactions, recommend and implement improvements to systems.
Prepare annual audit and be a liaison with all outside vendor.

Organizational Effectiveness

Manage functions.
Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services through improvements to each function (HR, IT, Finance) as well as coordination and communication between functions.
Drive initiatives in the management team and organizationally that contribute to long-term operational excellence.
Providing consulting services on matters related to fundraising, tax and insurance questions, and business structure and growth.

Organizational Leadership

Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy as a member of the management team

Risk Management

Serve as primary liaison to legal counsel in addressing legal issues e.g. copyright, antitrust, governing instruments, partnerships, licensing etc.
Oversee organizational insurance policies.

Qualifications

A business degree holder in B.com, Economics. A master’s degree is an added advantage
Over 10 years in Management with more experience in real estate an added advantage
At least 5 years experience in real estate management
Strong background and work experience in Real estate
Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and access
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
Budget development and oversight experience
A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace
Knowledge of tax and other compliance implications of non-profit status
Ability to look at situations from several points of view
Persuasive with details and facts
Delegate responsibilities effectively
High comfort level working in a diverse environment

Send your Resumes to careers@kcr-hr.com before 31st May 2012

Project Manager DANIDA

Under the Child and Reproductive Health Programme with a funding from DANIDA, the project will be implemented in Samburu, Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo and Wajir Counties respectively. This project will focus on reproductive health/maternal, newborn and child health interventions working in collaboration with Ministries of Health.

The position is based in Nairobi, reports to the C&RH Programme Manager.

Purpose of the Job:

To provide managerial guidance and technical leadership in the implementation and expansion of the project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide overall leadership and project management through co-ordination and supervision in the implementation of project activities.
Facilitate MNCH programming.
Implement the project using the Community Health Strategy.
Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate project activities including writing technical reports for donors as well as for internal purposes.
Facilitate capacity building activities for the project implementation team and other stakeholders.
Lead in operations research, document and share results for advocacy in order to influence relevant policies and practices.
Work with project staff to document and disseminate best practices and lessons learnt.
Manage project resources including staff, finances and assets.
Develop and promote partnerships and networking with relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to, donors, relevant Government of Kenya Ministries and NGOs.
Ensure project integration and growth by participating in country office and program meetings.
Participate in the development of new concepts and proposals for fundraising.
Represent AMREF in partners and collaborators consultative meetings.

Qualifications and Competencies:

The ideal candidate should have a Masters Degree in Public Health or relevant Social Sciences with at least five (5) years relevant work experience. A medical background will be an added advantage. S/he must have vast experience in implementation of MNCH/RH and Community Health Strategy. The person must be experienced in project management, operations research and have knowledge of monitoring and evaluation. In addition the ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator, team player and have visionary leadership.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals. If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number (KCO/DANIDA/010/2012) in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is Wednesday, 17th May, 2012. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Project Assistant DANIDA ( AMREF )

Under the Child and Reproductive Health Programme with a funding from DANIDA This project will focus on reproductive health/maternal, newborn and child health interventions working in collaboration with Ministries of Health.

The positions are based in Samburu, Turkana, Wajir, and Isiolo and report to the Project Manager.

Purpose of the Job:

To assist in technical expertise and support implementation of project activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in co-coordinating and participating in planning and implementation of project activities.
Assist in the implementation of Community Health Strategy.
Assist in monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project.
Assist in operations research and documentation.
Assist in organizing and conducting field visits and meetings with relevant partners and stakeholders.
Participate in development of new proposals and concept development for fundraising.
Assist in control and account for the use of project resources and assets.
Assist in managing relevant project financial transactions.
Provide administrative and logistical support to the project.

Qualifications and Competencies:

The ideal candidate should have a first degree in Social Sciences or its equivalent. Must be ICT proficient. At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a busy NGO Experience in monitoring and evaluation and implementation of community health strategy are necessary. In addition the ideal candidate must have strong analytical, problem solving and networking skills. Be a team player, good communicator and ability to work under minimal supervision.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and highly motivated professionals. If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number (KCO/DANIDA/011/2012) in the subject matter and send your CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org

The closing date for submitting applications is Wednesday, 17th May, 2012. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Evaluation team and Team Leader

FAO Office of Evaluation Evaluation of Efforts to Promote Post-Crisis Transition

FAO's Office of Evaluation is recruiting for a thematic evaluation of FAO's "efforts to promote post-crisis transition", to start at the end of the year and be carried out during the first half of 2013. The evaluation will look at how FAO promotes transitioning from immediate emergency relief to longer-term and more sustainable recovery and development work, verifying the effectiveness of FAO's tools to support the recovery of rural livelihoods, markets and institutions at different levels.

The tentative timeline for this work includes an inception phase in November 2012-January 2013, an evaluation phase in March-May 2013, and a report-writing and dissemination phase in June-August 2013.

Composition and profile of the evaluation team

The Evaluation will be conducted by a multidisciplinary team of independent consultants. Gender equity and geographical balance will be pursued in so far as possible in the team composition, to ensure diversity of perspectives. Knowledge of FAO, expertise in food security, nutrition, natural resource management, agriculture and related sectors will be prioritised. Direct experience in conducting strategic thematic evaluations will be important – as will experience in working in both humanitarian responses and transition/development programming.

The Evaluation team will consist of:

A Team Leader, who will be a leading expert in the field and have experience in leading large and complex evaluations. They will possess in-depth knowledge of transition and recovery debates, and of one or more areas of FAO’s work. The Team Leader will be required to start working during the inception phase, for around 20 working days in the last quarter of 2012.

Four to five Team Members with expertise in one of FAO’s areas of work (Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Food and Nutrition Security), institutional capacity building, market analysis, agricultural and food security policy. They will possess good knowledge of the international debate on transition/recovery post-conflict and post-disaster. Hands on experience in humanitarian settings and in-depth knowledge of funding architecture are a plus. Candidates will demonstrate solid interviewing skills, confidence with the theoretical debates, and an ability to collect information and to write succinct well developed analysis.

The Office of Evaluation is presently scoping for prospective candidates for the position of Evaluation Team Leader and Evaluation Team Members. For details please refer to the full call for expression of interest.

How to apply:

Consultants with expertise in one of the technical areas indicated above and experience in undertaking independent evaluations of complex programmes are invited to submit an expression of interest together with their resume/cv and indication of availability and expected remuneration to the Office of Evaluation: savina.tessitore@fao.org

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following posts at Kenya Technical Teachers College.

1. Transport Officer

Salary Scale - KTTC 7 (K)

Ksh.21,300 X 520 – 22,340 X 600 – 24,740 X 680 X 26,100 X 770, 29,180 p.a.

Requirements:

i) Holders of Diploma in Transport Management from a recognized Institution

ii) Clear Driving License (Class B).

iii) Experience of at least 5 years in a similar position.

iv) Certificate of good conduct.

v) Those with Diploma in Automotive Engineering will have an added advantage.

2. System Administrator

Salary Scale - KTTC 7 (K)

Ksh.21,300 X 520 – 22,340 X 600 – 24,740 X 680 X 26,100 X 770, 29,180 p.a.

Requirements:

i) BSc in Information Technology/Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering plus 3 years experience in a similar position

ii) Must have a MCSA or CCNA

iii) Diploma in any of the following areas Information Technology/Computer Science Electrical/Electronics Engineering plus 5 years experience in a similar position are also encouraged to apply and must possess (ii) above.

3. Assistant System Administrator

Salary Scale - KTTC 6 (J)

Ksh.13,700 X 350 – 14,790 X 390 – 15,180 X 6420 – 16,440 X 450 – 17,340 X 490, 18,810 p.a.

Requirements:

i) Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science/Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognized institution

ii) Advanced certificate in Computer Maintenance will have an added advantage

iii) Must have a MCSA or CCNA

iv) Experience of at least 3 years in a similar position

4. Chief Security Officer

Salary Scale - KTTC 7 (K)

Ksh.21,300 X 520 – 22,340 X 600 – 24,740 X 680 X 26,100 X 770, 29,180 p.a.

Requirements:

i) Should have worked with the Police or Armed Forces of Kenya to a level of Inspector and discharged honorably.

ii) Trained in security matters

iii) Certificate of good conduct.

5. Electrician

Salary Scale - KTTC 5 (G)

Ksh.10,120 X 230 – 11,270 X 320 – 12,390 X 320 X 13,350 X 350-14,400 X 400, 15,200 p.a.

Requirements:

i) Government grade test certificate grade I OR

ii) Craft certificate in electrical installation

iii) 3 years working experience

iv) Training program in electrical repairs and maintenance.

6. Draftsman Technician

Salary Scale - KTTC 5 (H)

Ksh.12,120 X 270 – 12,390 X 320 – 13,350 X 350 X 14,750 X 420,16,430 p.a.

Requirements:

i) Diploma in mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution

ii) Proficiency in CAD applications

Qualified candidates should apply in their own handwriting with copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and Testimonials to reach the undersigned on or before 31st May 2012.

The Chief Principal,

Kenya Technical Teachers College,

P. O. Box 44600 - 00100,

Nairobi

Human Resources for Health (HRH) Policy and Leadership

The HRH Policy and Leadership Manager will help ensure the delivery of technical support in developing human resources leadership and management capacity and human resources policies in the health sector.

Working with the Assistant Director for Organisational Development and HRH Policy, the HRH Policy and Leadership Advisor will provide assistance to the country-level counterparts and stakeholders in the public and private sector to (1) develop a comprehensive approach to address the health workforce shortages across the country, and (2) identify both short-term and long term strategies that adhere to Health Sector Policy and Strategy.

The HRH Policy and Leadership Advisor will provide assistance to the health sector leaders and managers at national level to review and align HRH policies in line with relevant devolution legislations and policies.

S/he will build leadership and management capacity at the subnational level to improve HRM systems (such as recruitment, deployment, salaries and benefits, retention, performance management) in order to improve the quality and availability of health services in all parts of Kenya, especially in under-served/ resource-constrained geographic locations.

S/he will assist in documenting best practices in technical papers and in analyzing and adapting innovative tools and resources for use in Kenya and other developing country health sector leaders.

Working with the Capacity Kenya Project team and MoH, S/he will play a role in HRH programming and developing a comprehensive plan to strengthen the capacity of the MOH departments (responsible for HRH) to perform a more strategic role in terms of HRH planning, budgeting, coordination, and management.

Essential Functions

In close collaboration with MOH and other key stakeholders, support the development of policies and guidelines related to identified aspects of HRH at the national and sub-national level.
Develop and institutionalize sustainable HRH leadership programs, and provide technical assistance to MOH in articulating strategies and priorities for seamless transition to devolved county system.
Develop new and/or improved strategies, tools, and interventions for improved human resources planning, availability, management, and productivity.
In coordination with the Assistant Director for Organizational Development & HRH Policy, the Capacity Kenya Project team, build capacity in the central MOH and the sub-national level to strengthen their HRH management systems, especially systems such as recruitment, deployment, retention and motivation, work climate and performance management systems.
Assist the Assistant Director for Organisational Development and HRH Policy to organize work teams for assigned activities, including preparing budgets, tracking expenditures, ensuring work proceeds according to plans and timelines and ensuring the quality of the deliverables.
Contribute to activities and work teams as assigned.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in social sciences, public administration, management, or public health.
5-7 years experience in HRH policy, strategic planning development and implementation.
5 years experience working in Kenya’s Health Sector.
Experience in implementing and managing HRM systems and practices (e.g., planning, recruitment, retention, and performance management).
Excellent analytical, planning, management, and communication skills are essential.
Strong team player with excellent interpersonal, facilitation, relationship-building, negotiating and influencing skills.
Basic computer literacy.
Ability to work with minimal supervision under tight timelines, and ability to work collaboratively across technical teams.
Excellent verbal and written English and Swahili.

Note: This position will be based at Capacity Kenya Project office, Nairobi, Kenya

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

To apply for this position, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com.

If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org

Closing Date: 30 May 2012

CPM (Community Power from Mobile programme) Research Analyst

3 month position, Nairobi based with regional travel

GSMA – Our role

The GSMA represents the interests of the worldwide mobile operator community. Spanning 219 countries, the GSMA unites nearly 800 of the world's mobile operators as its members, as well as linking them with more than 200 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem (including; handset makers, software companies, equipment providers, Internet companies, and media and entertainment organizations).

The GSMA is focused on innovating, incubating and creating new opportunities for its membership, all with the end goal of driving the growth of the mobile communications sector and the role of operators within it.

In addition, we work with Governments, regulators and NGO’s to develop the social and economic value of mobile on a country, region and global basis.

Finally we operate and produce the world leading Mobile World Congress and its sister events.

The GSMA is governed by a 25 member board, comprising CEO level representatives from the world's leading mobile operators, among them AT&T, Bharti Airtel, China Mobile, NTTDoCoMo, Orange, Telefonica, Telecom Italia-TIM, Deutsche Telecom and the Vodafone Group.

GSMA – Our Organisation

Our people include some of the best talent from around the world focusing on developing industry initiatives.

We are a truly international organisation with offices in London, Atlanta, Barcelona, Brussels, Hong Kong and Santiago, and through our different offices we embrace the diversity that has allowed the mobile industry to be acknowledged as one of most fast moving and dynamic industries in the world.

Our envied position at the centre of the industry allows us to collaborate with our diverse membership and support them through some of their most complex challenges that they face as an industry.

Please visit www.gsmworld.com for a wealth of further information.

About the GSMA Development Fund and Community Power from Mobile programme

The GSMA Development Fund brings together the GSMA mobile operator members, the wider mobile industry and the development community to drive commercial mobile services for underserved people in emerging markets.

We identify opportunities for social, economic and environmental impact and stimulate the development of scalable, life-enhancing mobile services.

Mobile is the predominant infrastructure in emerging markets.

We believe it is the transformative technology that enables us to put relevant, impactful services into the hands of underserved people.

Since the creation of the GSMA Development Fund we have partnered with 35 mobile operators, rolling out 53 services, impacting tens of millions of people across 30 countries.

Whilst over 1.4 billion people lack access to electricity and another one billion have unreliable grid connections, in many emerging markets mobile operators have become adept at generating their own off-grid power.

Mobile penetration has outpaced the growth of the electricity grid, which means over 548 million people have gained access to a mobile phone before access to electricity.

This wide adoption of mobile services by underserved populations provides a new opportunity to develop energy solutions, by utilising power systems servicing mobile towers and applying mobile technologies to improve the affordability of energy services.

In the eighteen months of the Community Power from Mobile (CPM) programme we are confident that the mobile sector can deliver the scale and systems required to narrow the energy gap and foster the development of a new set of enterprises, delivering good value to both the mobile industry as well as the communities.

Examples of community power from mobile services include but are not limited to:

Community services powered by the equipment in place at mobile towers
Phone Charging services by airtime sellers • Phone, battery and lantern charging via energy hubs at mobile phone towers
The use of mobile money products to provide consumer financing products for energy access

GSMA – The Role

The Research Analyst will be based in Nairobi and responsible for researching, documenting and analysing commercial business models that deliver off-grid energy services and leverage the infrastructure and technologies of the mobile industry.
The off-grid energy sector is immature and had few large-scale successes with products and services mainly operating in commercial pilots and field trials.
The purpose of the research and analysis is to identify models that could be replicated under certain scenarios and market conditions.
The Research Analyst will report to the Program Manager who is based in Nairobi.
The position will receive a salary and is required from June until early September.

Criteria for Selection

The role requires an individual who is a well organized team player, with a desire to learn about the delivery of rural energy access and the role of the mobile industry in the energy and development sectors.

Required:

Demonstrable research skills
Experience analysing business models
Experience in the renewable or off-grid energy sector - ESSENTIAL this must be in your CV
Highly professional
Comfortable interacting with internal and external stakeholders - Highly motivated to drive a project through to completion
Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word and Powerpoint)
Ability and willingness to travel on an international basis
Excellent cultural awareness and a desire to work within a global team

Desirable:

Experience in mobile telecom industry
Experience of working and travelling in Africa
Post-graduate degree (or in progress)

How to apply:

Closing Date: 7th May 2012

Please email your CV, clearly showing your experience in the renewable or off-grid energy sector, to rwilliams@gsm.org

Position Title: Chief of Party – Market Development, Livelihoods, Value Chain, Nutrition - Kenya

Primary Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Position Status: Full time

Current Employee: N/A

Please note that this position is contingent on receipt of new program funding.

Program / Department Summary:

The Chief of Party (COP) will lead the implementation of a proposed five-year $49 million program to support increased resiliency and economic growth in Kenya’s Northern and Arid Lands.

Mercy Corps has been operational in Kenya since 2008, initially in response to the Post Election Violence in Rift Valley, and then expanding to a national program under USAID’s Yes Youth Can! initiative.

In July 2011, Mercy Corps began operations in Northeastern Province through integrated humanitarian response in Wajir County.

The program in Wajir currently focuses on supporting increased resilience through strengthening the livestock value chain, supporting diversified livelihood options, and improving access to pasture and water resources.

The REGAL-IR program will support USAID’s Feed the Future Initiative through improving resilience to drought and other shocks.

The objectives of the program include: strengthened and diversified livelihood options, increased inclusiveness of value chains, improved nutrition, improved capacity to peacefully manage conflicts, community-based natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction.

General Position Summary:

The Chief of Party (COP) will manage all aspects of program including meeting the objectives of the project while providing overall technical, administrative, operational, and logistical management of the project, with a focus on achieving the results defined in the co-operative agreement.

The COP is responsible for developing a strong, coherent vision within REGAL-IR and initiating innovative strategies across the program. The position requires significant long-term experience in pastoral and livestock issues in the region, and strong leadership and coordination skills.

The COP will act as the key liaison between USAID/Kenya and all other counterparts, and Government of Kenya officials.

The COP is expected to lead and/or participate in strategic and high level policy forums and meetings with various actors and advocate for broader pastoralist issues.

The COP is expected to contribute to improving pastoralist’s policy environment using REGAL-AG evidence base and learning generated through the project.

Essential Job Functions:

Strategy and Vision

Provide strategic vision, leadership and overall responsibility for all aspects of the program’s development, implementation, and management.
Outline and maintain a strategic plan for the implementation of program activities, including finalizing target areas/activities, methods of operation, and means of evaluation.

Program Management

Provide leadership and strategic vision in all aspects of program implementation, development and management. Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners, and aligned with Mercy Corps principles, values and strategic plan.
Monitor adherence to grant agreement, Mercy Corps policies and procedures and relevant external rules and regulations. Oversee performance of consortium partners and sub-grantees.
Conduct frequent field visits to all project sites.
Coordinate with program and finance and administration staff to ensure operational systems are in place to support field activities including logistics (transport, warehousing and asset management), procurement, security, administration and human resources.
Propose design of new local policies as needed and in accordance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations.

Coordination and Representation

Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events in the field, in close coordination with the Country Director.
Coordinate activities with consortium partners, subgrantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Team Management

Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback.
Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same.
Contribute to country team-building efforts, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

Security

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that ensure the safety and security of the team in all aspects of its work.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security management priorities.

Organizational Learning

As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Direct supervision of: Deputy Chief of Party, Finance and Grants Manager, and other positions TBD.

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.

Reports Directly To: Kenya Country Director

Works Directly With: Other Program Managers in-country, HQ Program Operations Team members, Technical Support Unit team members

Knowledge and Experience:

MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development or other relevant field.
10-15 years of overseas experience including 5 years in a senior management position.
Strong understanding of U.S. government compliance issues
Prior experience as a Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party
Strong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editing.
Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.
Proven experience in systems-based approaches to enhancing resilience
Sectoral experience in pastoralist livelihoods, livestock development, conflict mitigation or natural resource management.
Previous experience in Kenya or the Horn of Africa is preferable.

Success Factors:

The successful COP will combine exceptional management skills and experience in maintaining donor and partner relationships and will have an outstanding ability to develop, implement and manage innovative programs within the current and future program structure of Mercy Corps in the region.

S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural team and capacity building, individual staff development, and strong mentoring skills.

The CoP will have demonstrated skills in managing programs in challenging insecure environments and will be an expert at multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and have simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision.

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:

This position will be based in Nairobi, which is an accompanied post.

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.

Position Title: Deputy Chief of Party - Pastoral Marketing and Livelihoods Advisor

Primary Location: Garissa, Kenya

Position Status: Full time; field-based

Current Employee: N/A

This position is contingent on funding.

Program / Department Summary:

Mercy Corps has been operational in Kenya since 2008, initially in response to the Post Election Violence in Rift Valley, and then expanding to a national program under USAID’s Yes Youth Can! initiative.

In July 2011, Mercy Corps began operations in Northeastern Province through integrated humanitarian response in Wajir County, which currently focuses on supporting increased resilience through strengthening the livestock value chain, supporting diversified livelihood options and improving access to pasture and water resources.

The REGAL-IR program will support USAID’s Feed the Future Initiative through improving resilience to drought and other shocks.

The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will play a key leadership role in the implementation of a proposed 5-year $49 million program to support increased resiliency and economic growth in Kenya’s Northern and Arid Lands.

The DCOP will assist the COP in projects oversight, technical, administrative, operational and logistical management of the project.

In absence of the COP; the DCOP will undertake some of the CoP responsibilities. S/he, with the assistance of other personnel will provide technical assistance in Objectives 1 & 2: strengthened & diversified livelihood options, and advancing value chain inclusiveness.

The DCOP will also have direct oversight of program operations and M&E functions.

Essential Job Functions:

Program Management

Provide leadership and strategic vision to the livelihood diversification; and pastoral livestock and marketing components of the REGAL program including workplan development, market analysis, partnership selection and management, and overall sector strategy.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and Reporting

Facilitate the achievement of program targets and objectives and lead efforts to design effective M&E systems.
Oversee the scheduling and production of formal and informal reports on all aspects of the program in a timely and efficient manner.
Ensure that M&E staff focus on assisting programs to generate practical information that can be used for ongoing program decision-making while also capturing results at the impact level.

Team Management

In close partnership with the COP, create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
Implement, and ensure all staff are effectively using, the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback.
Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees, and ensuring that supervisory staff do the same.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations 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.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Direct supervision of: Livelihoods and value chain component technical teams, program operations staff.

Reports Directly To: Chief of Party

Works Directly With: Component leads in disaster risk reduction, NRM, conflict mitigation, and nutrition.

Knowledge and Experience:

MA/S in international development, livestock, agriculture, economics, or related field of study
5-10 years of overseas experience including five years in a senior management position
Strong understanding of U.S. government compliance issues
Strong written and oral communication skills in English, including report development, writing and editing
Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues
Experience in value chain development, facilitation and agribusiness is added advantage
5+ years’ experience in Kenya or the Horn of Africa preferred
Knowledge of Somali and Kiswahili preferred

Success Factors:

The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, M&E skills.

S/he will be able to establish good inter-personal relationships and network, and have already established relationships with and/or substantive knowledge of key players in the drylands of Kenya.

Living Conditions/Environmental Conditions:

This position will be based in Garissa, which is an unaccompanied post, eligible for hardship and R&R benefits.

Garissa is located in the North Eastern province of Kenya, and has a population of approximately 70,000. It lies along the Tana River, and has a very warm climate.

Most of the town’s inhabitants are ethic Somalis and pastoralists. Travel from Nairobi to Garissa takes approximately five hours by car.

There are many international agencies with a presence in Garissa. Mercy Corps staff members will live in group housing and have access to basic services. Cell phone coverage is adequate.

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.

Please apply immediately.

For detail and application, go to www.mercycorps.org/jobs

Sales Manager - Brokers and Agents

Job Skills:

Budgeting, Negotiation , Strong Leadership Skills, Excellent Communication Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Business Acumen, High level of technical and management ability, People managment skills, Team Player, Organizational Skills, Decisive, Self Starter, Pleasant

Description:

There is a new vacancy for the position of sales Manager Broker and Agents in the Insurance Division.

The main purpose of the job is to provide leadership and direction to the sales function on the corporate channels of distribution.

Reporting to the General Manager the primary responsibilities will be to:

Drive the achievement of total company budgeted sales through brokers and agents.
Drive market research that is aimed at identifying new business potential and participate in the development of new products to fill special market niches.
Launch new products to the market place and ensure that brokers and agents are fully trained in such products
Manage all costs within the marketing budget
Ensure that quality incentive schemes that help to drive the achievement of business goals are developed and implemented for agents and brokers.
Monitor competitor activity and advise the senior management team on opportunities/threats that are presented by such activities.

The right candidate must have;

Professional Qualification: ACII or IIK
Education level: first Degree
At least 5 years experience

If you meet the above requirements, kindly apply on or before 11 May 2012 .

Only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next phase.

To apply, visit:

http://www.aarhealth.com/recruiter/users/prescreen_introduction.php?job2=87

Underwriting & Re- Insurance Manager

Job Skills:

Computer Literacy, Budgeting, Negotiation , Strong Leadership Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Highly Innovative, Business Acumen, High level of technical and management ability, Attention to detail, People managment skills, Strong Analytical Skills, Decisive, Confidence, Highly motivated, Decision Making skills

Description:

There is a new vacancy for the position of an Underwriting and Re- Insurance Manager in the Insurance Division. Reporting to the General Manager the primary responsibilities in the two areas will be to

Underwriting:

Ensure that all documentation in the underwriting are correctly issued and dispatched.
Ensure that new risks accepted and/or renewed with the company are vetted to meet the basic quality standards.
Ensure incorporation of such risk improvement recommendations into policy warranties.
Ensure that reasonable renewal terms are communicated and/or discussed with the intermediaries and/or policyholders within the set benchmarks and those renewal instructions are received on time to achieve minimum lapse ratios. Also ensure that monthly lapse ratio reports are compiled and availed to management.
Ensure that production budgets are well communicated to the underwriting team and that all business transacted/closed is recognized in the books of the company within the effective month. Further ensures that all such premium debits/credits are dispatched to the policyholders and/or intermediaries as applicable to facilitate premium collection.
Ensure that all identified reconciliation items are acted on and discussed with the intermediaries and/or policyholder as applicable to facilitate premium collection.
Prepare the table of minimum rates as required by the Commissioner of Insurance and ensure it is lodged.
Ensure that all the risks accepted in the company are in tandem with the Reinsurance Treaty programmes and that premium are reasonably ceded into the treaties thus minimizing and/or eliminating chances of under ceding and/or over ceding.
Ensure that the franking machine is adequately stocked with stamps at all times and that its safety and usage is reasonably maintained.
Continually review the business processes and recommends measures that are likely to improve efficiency.

Reinsurance:

Ensure that the reinsurance treaties are arranged with financially solid reinsurance companies.

Ensure that adequate treaties are in place every year and all the contract documents lodged with the commissioner of insurance.
Ensure that the treaty statements of accounts are prepared such as quarterly statements of accounts, profit commissions, portfolio transfers, non-proportional treaty premium adjustments etc.
Ensure that the statutory statements such as Quarterly reinsurance premium tax, tax on minimum and deposit premium, commissioners treaty renewal statistic etc. are prepared and/or paid on timely basis as applicable.
Accept and/or recommends inward facultative acceptances with creditworthy Insurance Companies
Arrange outward facultative reinsurances with creditworthy Insurance Companies
Ensure that treaty claims recoveries are pursued aggressively.
Ensure both treaty and facultative premium payments are made on timely basis
Ensure that all identified reconciliation items on both treaty and facultative accounts are acted on
Continually review the business processes and recommend measures that are likely to improve efficiency.
Communicate important changing reinsurance business trends to the immediate superior.

The right candidate must have;

Professional Qualification: ACII or IIK
Education level: first Degree
At least 5 years experience

If you meet the above requirements, kindly apply on or before 11 May 2012.

Only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next phase.

To apply, visit:

http://www.aarhealth.com/recruiter/users/prescreen_introduction.php?job2=88

Claims Manager

Job Skills:

Computer Literacy, Budgeting, Strong Leadership Skills, Excellent Communication Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Highly Innovative, Business Acumen, People management skills, Strong Analytical Skills, Decisive, Self Starter, Decision Making skills

Description:

There is a new vacancy for the position of a Claims Manager – Insurance. The purpose of this position is to set up efficient claims processes that ensure quality in terms of output.

Maintain a proper reserving policy; manage regulatory returns as well as the re-insurance programme to ensure optimal recovery of claims

Reporting to the General Manager, the key responsibilities of this position will be to:

Deliver and implement a strategy for claims department for insurance business, with emphasis on medical claims processing
Maintain service standards benchmarks at the claims process and with service providers
Ensure that the claims process is ICT driven
Manage an effective claims reserve policy
Attain the targeted corporate loss ratios per product
Provide regular reports on claims trends
Maintain service level agreements with service providers
Ensure a regular review of panel of service providers
Keep management apprised of all pertinent claims
Authorize payments
Ensure a bi annual review of claims file status

The right candidate must have;

Professional Qualification: ACII or IIK
Education level: first Degree
At least 5 years experience

If you meet the above requirements, kindly apply on or before 11 May 2012.

Only Successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next phase.

To apply, visit: http://www.aarhealth.com/recruiter/users/prescreen_introduction.php?job2=86

PIL is looking for a Project Manager who will be responsible for ensuring end to end successful delivery of PIL’s services to clients, ensuring outcomes that are high quality, innovative and user friendly.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Architecture, Construction or Project Management’

Three (3) years relevant work experience;

Exhibited strong ability to oversee end to end project management;

Ability to manage and coordinat the project management process in terms of time, costs, quality, change, risks and issues

Demonstrated ability to interact with other firm members, subcontractors e.t.c.

If you meet the above criteria, please email your CV to Dynamic People Consulting on: executivesearch@dpckenya.com

Zinduka Afrika a Non Governmental organization is looking for a Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

Department: Monitoring & Evaluation

Reports to: The Director

Reporting: Immediately

Key Responsibilities

Support the organization in the Implementation of its M&E Framework.
Support in Developing M&E plan, tools and implementation of the same.
Support in the monitoring of programs indicators, for instance HIV/AIDs among others.
Produce monthly, quarterly and annual Monitoring and Evaluation reports based on the agreed organizational and National indicators.
Work with the beneficiaries and relevant partners to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data for a given project.
Support in organizing surveys and other field activities in support of M&E work.
Collect, analyze, and assist in the storage and dissemination of information to the relevant stakeholders.
Support in the identification and recommendation for projects and shifts in priorities which may be considered necessary
Support in building the capacity of the organizations staff on monitoring and evaluation
Carry out any other tasks assigned by the Management

Qualifications

First Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Health, Statistics, International Development or related field from a recognized university.
Must have included substantial component on advanced qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
Post graduate Diploma in project Management or any other related field will be an added advantage.
At least 2 years experience in M&E or related field.
Familiarity with results-based M&E and logical framework planning.
Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Evidence of initiating new projects and of successfully completing projects.
High level of competency in Microsoft Office suite and programmes used to analyze large data sets

Personal attributes:

Honesty and commitment to learning
Good presentation and report writing skills.
Proposal Writing Skills.

Applications with a Cover letter quoting your salary expectation and a detailed CV giving three referees should be sent to the

Administration and Human Resource Manager,

Zinduka Afrika

or sent to info@zinduka-afrika.org

or zinduka.afrika@gmail.com

not later than 8th May 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

PIL is looking for an Interior Designer who will work collaboratively with the Design Director in developing holistic design strategies for clients’ projects.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Graphic Design or Architecture;

Two (2) years relevant work experience;

Possesses good conceptualization skills and the ability to develop design concepts into viable design solutions;

Exhibited strong design flair, with passion for great design;

Demonstrated a high level of initiative.

Have great interest in creating a pleasant environment for leisure or work;

If you meet the above criteria, please email your CV and Portfolio to Dynamic People Consulting on: executivesearch@dpckenya.com

General Manager – Operations

Job Description

Job Title : General Manager-Operations
Location : Head Office
Division : Operations
Reporting to : Chief Executive Officer

Supervises : (i) Head of Trade Facilitation;(ii) Head of Customer Service; and (iii) Head of ICT.

Purpose of the Job

To oversee the Trade Facilitation, Customer Service and ICT functions in the Agency, including but not limited to;

Development, implementation, and operationalisation of the Electronic Single Window System, and information and communication technology support to all departments and other support functions to enable them serve stakeholders in a cost-effective and efficient manner;
Continuous scanning of the operational environment, identification of business opportunities and re-engineering of business processes in line with changes in the dynamic business environment;
Provision of business solutions to trade logistics that leverage on ICT to automate and re- engineer business processes with a view to facilitating effective implementation of the Electronic Single Window System; and
Development and operationalisation of a customer service strategy that entails adequate engagement and sensitization of diverse stakeholder segments on the Electronic Single Window System initiative and service delivery channels that ensure effective service delivery so as to meet the diverse expectations of the various stakeholder segments all customers

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of a comprehensive ICT strategy covering all operations of the Agency;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and maintenance of the Electronic
Single Window System’s architecture, defining standards and protocol for data exchange, communications, software and interconnection of the Agency’s information systems;
Overseeing and coordinating he development and maintenance of corporate policies and standards aimed at maximizing operation of ICT systems;
Overseeing and coordinating the conduct of research on emerging Information and Communication Technologies to ensure appropriate ICT investment in line with market trends;
Overseeing the linkage between external stakeholder technology systems and the Agency’s ICT infrastructure;
Overseeing the evaluation, selection, implementation and maintenance of information systems, ensuring appropriate investment in strategic and operational systems;
Overseeing and coordinating effective monitoring of the implementation of ICT strategy to facilitate business transactional processes and enhance the delivery of services;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and monitoring of the approval of annual operating and capital budgets for information and technology systems;
Providing overall leadership and drive towards a culture of innovation and creativity in seeking ICT solutions to organizational challenges and in business processes to facilitate efficient and effective trade transactions;
Overseeing and coordinating the timely implementation of the Electronic Single Window System in Kenya and ensure the business processes meet international practices;
Overseeing and coordinating the monitoring of the entire systems requirements life circle of Electronic Single Window System to ensure that delivered solutions meets business needs and adds value to Kenyan and the regional economies;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of work procedures, perform training sessions, construct new procedure manuals, institute new company procedures and take any other important and necessary steps towards resolving any problems within the business environment;
Overseeing and coordinating analysis of important data related to the business such as business records, operating manuals, business guides and other pertinent documents and ensure they are up to date and relevant to the Agency business requirements;
Overseeing and coordinating the collection of trade statistics;
Overseeing and coordinating the continuous conduct of research on business development and trade logistics improvements;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and operationalization of a customer service strategy that entails adequate engagement and sensitization of diverse stakeholder segments on the SWS Change initiative and service delivery channels that ensure effective service delivery so as to meet the diverse expectations of the various stakeholder segments all customers; and
Overseeing and coordinating the preparation of Board Papers on Trade Facilitation, ICT and Customer Service matters.

Contacts

(i) Internal:

Chief Executive Officer; and
General Manager, Support Services.

(ii) External

The Electronic Single Window System Vendor;
Other Government Bodies/Agencies using the SWS;
Stakeholders/Customers;
Business Community;
Relevant Government Ministries;
Kenya ICT Board;
ICT Consultants ; and
Suppliers of ICT hardware and Software.

Job Specifications

A: Minimum Academic Qualifications

1. Postgraduate degree in either ICT, Operations Management, Economics or Business Administration from a recognized University.

B: Professional Qualifications

Postgraduate Diploma in either ICT, Operations Management or Business Administration; and
Postgraduate Qualification in Customer Service is an added advantage.

C. Membership

Membership to relevant professional bodies based on discipline of specialization as outlined in A above.

D: Work Experience

At least 10 years working experience at top management level within an operational/core-business function.

E: Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required

Good organizational skills, analytical and attentive to detail with individual leadership and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrable skills sets in either ICT, Operations, or Business Administration coupled with administrative and managerial skills;
An astute communicator in both oral and written communication;
Effective presentation skills;
Willingness to work long hours under stretch targets in a fast-paced working environment ;
Ability to work in a team environment and motivate employees under him; and
Be computer literate in relevant ICT/Business Development/Customer Service applications and packages.

General Manager - Support Services

Job Description

Job Title : General Manager-Support Services
Location : Head Office
Division : Support Services
Reporting To : Chief Executive Officer
Supervises : (i) Head of Finance; (ii) Head of HR and Administration; (iii)Head of Strategy & Planning; and (iv) Head of Procurement.

Purpose of the Job

To oversee the Finance, Human Resource and Administrative support functions in the organization, including but not limited to;

Ensuring prudent financial management and internal controls by overseeing the development and implementation of appropriate financial policies, procedures and systems, so as to ensure integrity, timely service delivery and value for money for the Agency; and
Ensuring availability of adequate and competent staff; staff training and development; reward management; maintenance of good industrial relations; and administrative support functions for enhanced service delivery to all the stakeholder segments of the Agency.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Overseeing and coordinating the development and operationalisation of the Agency’s Finance Strategy and Budgets;
Overseeing and coordinating the preparation of budgets and providing technical support/advice to line managers on budgeting;
Overseeing and coordinating the preparation of financial policies, procedures and guidelines;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of Human Resources Management Strategies that support the Corporate Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives of the Agency;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of effective human resources policies, plans and procedures to guide employment practices;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of appropriate human resource and succession plans to address the Agency’s present and future staff needs;
Overseeing and coordinating the development of staff Job Descriptions and Specifications;
Overseeing and coordinating the implementation of commensurate compensation and benefits packages to ensure attraction and retention of qualified and competent staff;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of sound Performance Management Systems that facilitate a comprehensive performance contracting framework for staff at all levels to facilitate effective implementation of the Agency’s Strategic Plan;
Overseeing the development of the Agency’s Pension Scheme in conformity to RBA and government regulations;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and implementation of pre-requisite occupational health and safety programs with a view to ensuring a conducive work environment;
Overseeing and coordinating the development and institutionalization of an appropriate performance-based corporate culture that supports the business;
Overseeing and coordinating effective salary administration and reward management, including administration of staff payroll;
Overseeing and coordinating compliance to the Labour Laws and Government regulations;
Overseeing and coordinating the outsourcing of support services and effective supervision of their administration;
Overseeing and coordinating the provision of effective and efficient administrative support services to the entire Agency through proper management of office services and logistics;
Overseeing and coordinating the administrative function in the broader areas of Transport and Logistics; Document Production; Office logistics and services;
Overseeing and coordinating the provision of back office administrative skills in document handling and storage, facility security and upkeep, licensing policies, travel arrangements, accommodation and fleet management;
Overseeing and coordinating the design of appropriate administrative systems and policies and ensuring compliance by the various functional units;
Overseeing the Strategy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation function;
Overseeing all aspects related to the Procurement function; and
Overseeing and coordinating the preparation of Board Papers on Finance, Human Resources and Administration matters.

Contacts

(i) Internal:

Chief Executive Officer; and
General Manager-Operations.

(ii) External:

The Treasury;
The Ministry of Labour;
Relevant Statutory Bodies in Finance, Procurement and HR.
Other relevant Government Officers; and
Consultants in Finance and HR.

Job Specifications

A: Minimum Academic Qualifications

A Postgraduate degree in Finance, Human Resources or Business Administration from a recognized University.

B: Professional Qualifications

Postgraduate Diploma in Finance, Human Resources Management or Administration.

C. Membership

Membership to relevant professional bodies based on discipline of specialization as outlined in A above.

D: Work Experience

At least 10 years working experience at top management level within a support service function.

E: Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required

Good organizational skills, analytical and attentive to detail with individual leadership and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrable skills sets in Finance or strategic HR management practice and administrative and managerial skills;
An astute communicator in both oral and written communication;
Effective presentation skills;
Willingness to work long hours under stretch targets in a fast-paced working environment ;
Ability to work in a team environment and motivate employees under him; and
Be computer literate in relevant Finance/HR applications and packages.

Corporation Secretary and Head of Legal Affairs

Job Description

Job Title : Corporation Secretary and Head of Legal Affairs
Location : Head Office
Department : Legal Affairs
Reporting to : Chief Executive Officer
Supervises : None

Purpose of the Job

To ensure effective and efficient management of Board activities; contract administration; management of the Agency’s legal and regulatory affairs; ensuring compliance to legal and regulatory legislation; drafting and negotiating legal agreements; executing contracts and other instruments for the Agency; secretarial duties and is the principal legal advisor to the Agency.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Provides legal advice to the Agency;
Monitors and reviews regulations governing the operations and ensures compliance with statutory requirements on a continuous basis;
Organizes Board Meetings, and coordinates preparation of agenda including other documents required for such meetings;
Prepares Minutes of the Board Meetings and ensures their circulation;
Ensures safekeeping of confirmed and signed Minutes of Board Meetings;
Provides advice on all contracts and agreements to be entered into between the Agency and other parties;
Handles the Agency’s litigation functions in liaison with the State Law Office; attends court as appropriate and ensures the Agency obtains effective representation as necessary;
Facilitates dispute resolution between the Agency and third parties; and
Ensures the Agency operates within the Law and advises on compliance issues.

Contacts

(i) Internal:

Board Members;
Chief Executive Officer; and
Heads of Department.

(ii) External:

Relevant Government Officers;
Relevant Statutory bodies;
Legal representatives of other organizations;
Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC)
Commission on Administrative Justice; and
The Judiciary.

Job Specifications

A: Minimum Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Law.

B: Professional Qualifications

Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
Commissioner of Oaths; and
Certified Public Secretary - Kenya (CPS-K).

C. Membership

Member of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK)

D: Work Experience

10 years working experience in a commercial legal environment.

E: Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required

Excellent communication skills;
Interpersonal skills;
Ability to make decisions;
Ability to work under extreme pressure;
Ability to work under strict deadlines;
High level of Integrity;
Self-motivated/personal drive;
Ability to maintain confidentiality and good decision making; and
Computer literacy in MS Office.

Head of Human Resources and Administration

Job Description

Job Title : Head of Human Resources and Administration
Location : Head Office
Department : Human Resources and Administration
Reporting to : General Manager, Support Services
Supervises : (i) HR Officer;(ii)Administration Officer; and (iii)Training Officer

Purpose of the Job

To formulate appropriate human resources management and administrative strategies, policies and programmes which will contribute to creation of an enabling work environment for employees of the Agency to enable them effectively apply their skills and competencies towards achievement of the organization’s mandate.

The function will also provide professional advice to the Agency that facilitates adoption and application of best practices in Human Resources Management and general administration.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Develops and implements Human Resources Management Strategies that support the Corporate Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives of the Agency;
Facilitates the development of effective human resources policies, plans and procedures to guide employment practices;
Facilitates the development and implementation of appropriate human resource and succession plans to address the Agency’s present and future staff needs;
Develops Job Descriptions and Specifications;
Plans and conducts orientation of new employees to foster positive attitude towards organizational objectives;
Ensures implementation of commensurate compensation and benefits packages to ensure attraction and retention of qualified and competent staff;
Develops and implements sound Performance Management Systems that facilitate a comprehensive performance contracting framework for staff at all levels to facilitate effective implementation of the Agency’s Strategic Plan;
Designs efficient and cost-effective recruitment and selection procedures and tools to ensure acquisition of the necessary talent;
Undertakes Training Needs Assessment (TNA) to determine the relevant and effective staff training and development needs, and implements appropriate training programmes;
Develops the Agency’s Pension Scheme in conformity to RBA and government regulations;
Develops and implements pre-requisite occupational health and safety programmes with a view to ensuring a conducive work environment;
Develops HR policies and procedures manual;
Ensures relevant grievance handling procedures are in place;
Ensures an elaborate skills inventory and records management framework is in place to facilitate availability of information on real time basis;
Facilitates the development and institutionalization of an appropriate performance based corporate culture that supports the business;
Ensures effective salary administration and reward management, including administration of staff payroll;
Ensures compliance to the Labour Laws and Government regulations;
Provides effective and efficient administrative support services to the entire Agency through proper management of office services and logistics;
Leads and directs the administrative function in the broader areas of Transport and Logistics; Document Production; Office logistics and services;
Provides back office administrative skills in document handling and storage, facility security and upkeep, licensing policies, travel arrangements, accommodation and fleet management;
Designs appropriate administrative systems and policies and ensures compliance by the various functional units; and
Manages and ensures effective maintenance of fixtures, furniture’s and equipments.

Contacts

(i) Internal:

General Manager, Support Services;
Heads of Departments; and
All members of staff.

(ii) External:

Government Officers;
HR Consultants and training service providers;
HR Officers in other state corporations;
NSSF,NHIF and RBA;
HELB; and
Learning/Training institutions and the Directorate of Industrial Training (D.I.T)

Job Specifications

A: Minimum Academic Qualifications

Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or its equivalent from a recognized University.

B: Professional Qualifications

Post-graduate diploma in Human Resources Management.

C. Membership

Membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management (K) or its equivalent.

D: Work Experience

At least ten (10) years’ experience in Human Resource and administration, seven (7) of which should be at senior management level.

E: Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required

Good organizational skills, analytical and attentive to detail with individual leadership and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrable skills set in strategic HR management practice and administrative and managerial skills;
An astute communicator in both oral and written communication;
Effective presentation skills;
Willingness to work long hours under stretch targets in a fast-paced working environment;
Ability to work in a team environment and motivate employees under him; and
Be computer literate in relevant HR applications and packages.

Head of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Job Description

Job Title : Head of Information and Communication Technology(ICT)
Location : Head Office
Department : Information and Communication Technology(ICT)
Reporting to : General Manager, Operations
Supervises : (i)Data Centre Manager; (ii)Infrastructure Manager; and(iii)Applications Manager

Purpose of the Job

To develop, implement, and operationalise the electronic Single Window System, and information and communication technology support to all departments and other support functions within the Agency to enable them serve stakeholders in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Ensures the development and implementation of a comprehensive ICT strategy covering all operations of the Agency;
Develops and enforces policy and procedures to ensure the protection of the Agency’s IT assets as well as the security and privacy of information;
Develops and maintains the systems architecture, defining standards and protocol for data exchange, communications, software and interconnection of the Agency’s information systems;
Oversees the running and maintenance of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
Develops and maintains corporate policies and standards aimed at maximizing operation of ICT systems;
Approve, coordinate and control all projects related to selection, acquisition, Development and installation of major information systems for the Agency;
Undertakes research on emerging information and communication technologies to ensure appropriate ICT investment in line with market trends;
Assures functionality of operating systems, network and applications software for effective communication and puts in place measures which ensure security, privacy and integrity of ICT infrastructure and processes;
Customizes ICT systems into an interactive infrastructure which enables faster access to data, information and the sharing of ICT resources by users;
Maintains and/or develops comprehensive databases to provide trade statistics and other information on real-time basis for both internal and external uses;
Oversees the Development and implementation of ICT systems’ security strategies, policies and procedures as well as the integrity and availability of data;
Ensures that all information systems and networks operate according to internal standards as well as external accrediting agency standards, regulatory agencies and legal requirements;
Developing and monitoring the approved annual operating and capital budgets for information and technology systems;
Leads and drives a culture of innovation and creativity in seeking ICT solutions to organizational challenges and in business processes to facilitate efficient and effective trade transactions; and
Ensure effective disaster management and recovery strategies and policies are in place; Contacts

(i) Internal:

General Manager, Operations; and
All Heads of Departments.

(ii) External

The Electronic Single Window System Vendor;
Other Government Bodies/Agencies using the NESWS;
Relevant Government Ministries;
Kenya ICT Board;
ICT Consultants ; and
Suppliers of ICT hardware and Software.

Job Specifications

A: Minimum Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or Information Systems from a recognized University; and
2. Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines is an added advantage.

B: Professional Qualifications

Post-graduate diploma in ICT or a relevant discipline;
IT Management Certification in hardware or software (MCSE, MCCP, ITIL, Prince, PMP and/or, CISA) from a recognized body; and
Proficiency in leading edge computing technology, programming, and practical knowledge of Oracle and SQL databases.

C: Membership

Membership to relevant ICT professional bodies;

D: Work Experience

At least 10 years’ working experience in a relevant ICT environment.

E: Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required

Knowledge of Government Information System (GIS), MS SQL, or Oracle DBA Architecture;
Knowledge of a Quality management systems (ISO) is desirable;
Knowledge in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) management;
Self-motivated, organized and efficient individual;
Ability to work in a team environment and motivate employees under him; and
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Head of Procurement

Job Description

Job Title : Head of Procurement
Location : Head Office
Department : Procurement
Reporting To : General Manager – Support Services
Supervises : Procurement Officer

Purpose of the Job

Responsible for the efficient and effective management of the supply chain function in the Agency while ensuring good governance practices and compliance to the Public Procurement regulations.

This includes procurement of goods works and services, disposal of obsolete unserviceable and surplus stores, inventory management and contract management; coordinating all procurement activities thereof and coordinating the internal monitoring and evaluation of the supply chain function.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Development, facilitation, implementation, monitoring & review of procurement plans;
Developing and streamlining the procurement function in line with and in compliance with Public Procurement Act 2005;
Providing leadership and ensuring efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the procurement function;
Coordinating the preparation of tenders for advertisement ,opening and evaluation;
Developing mechanisms and tools to monitor expenditure and spearhead cost reduction in the procurement initiatives in all divisions in the Agency by implementing cost effective inventory holding levels;
Formulating a sourcing strategy for services and product purchases in accordance with market trends and the Agency’s budgetary limits;
Developing procurement targets and a forecasted procurement plans that will be integrated in the annual budget to facilitate local and international purchases;
Adopting a total cost of ownership approach in the development and evaluation of all materials in the tendering process;
Maximizing staff performance through setting of objectives, appraisals, review and feedback;
Coordinating preparation of the Agency’s Annual Procurement Plans;
Preparing and submitting to the PPOA Quarterly procurement plans as required; and
Act as the Secretary to the Corporation Tender Committee and the Disposal Committee.

Contacts

(i) Internal:

Board Members;
Chief Executive Officer; and
Heads of Department.

(ii) External:

Relevant Government Officers; and
Relevant Statutory bodies;

Job Specifications

A: Minimum Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business Administration, Operations Management or a relevant field from an accredited University;
Masters Degree in Business Administration Accounting, Finance or economics; and
Post Graduate Diploma in Procurement/Supply Chain Management.

B: Professional Qualifications

Post-graduate diploma in Procurement.

C. Membership

Membership to a relevant professional body.

D: Work Experience

At least ten (10) years’ experience in procurement, seven (7) of which should be at senior management level in a large Public Service/Private Sector

E: Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required

Demonstrated ability to drive organizational value through the implementation of appropriate and diligent organizational procurement practices;
Demonstrated personal integrity ,and problem solving, analytical, attention to essential detail ,planning and organizing skills;
Excellent presentation ,oral and written communication skills;
Familiarity with the Public Procurement Act;
Ability to make critical and timely decisions in a highly sensitive environment;
Willingness and ability to work long hours under stretch targets in a fast paced working environment;
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, oral and written communication; and
Must be computer literate and able to work with relevant procurement applications.

Applications clearly indicating the position applied for and attaching a detailed CV, copies of certificates and testimonials must reach us not later than Monday 14th May 2012, and should be addressed to:-

The Executive Search, Selection & Placement Division
Eliud &Associates (E&A)
4th Floor - Consolidated Bank House, Koinange Street
P.O. Box 9483-00100 Nairobi
Tel: 020-2243623/5

Applications can also be sent electronically to: eliud@eliudassociates.co.ke

A leading manufacturer of quality fortified blended cereals and legumes located in Athi River require the following;

Production Shift Leaders

Summary

To supervise production human resource, machinery and material so that production targets are achieved at set quality standards, time and specifications.

Requirements;

Higher Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience in food & beverage sector, with at least minimum 1 years as a supervisor.
Knowledge of production or manufacturing processes, procedures and Machinery will be an added advantage
Knowledge of ISO, OSHA, TPM, HACCP and GMP a must.
Must be computer literate.
Result oriented and a Good Team Leader.

Technical Machine Operators

Summary

Ensure effective and efficient operation and maintenance of machines to meet production targets on set quality and safety standards.

Requirements;

Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 1 year working Experience.
Knowledge of production or manufacturing processes, GMP, OSHA, TPM and ISO a must.
Must be computer literate
Work under minimum supervision.
Result oriented and a Good Team Leader.

Interested candidates who meet above criteria may send via email their applications enclosing a comprehensive C.V, copies of educational & professional qualifications and testimonials on or before 18th May 2012 to: vacancies@nutro.co.ke

Senior Investment Officer for Microfinance

With over US$1bn assets under management in over 70 countries worldwide, backed by well-known Swiss financial institutions and a social venture capital company, responsAbility Social Investments AG is one of the world’s leading social investment companies.

Its investment products enable people at the base of the global income pyramid to have access to markets, information and other services important for their development.

Its subsidiary, responsibility Africa Ltd based in Nairobi, Kenya and operating in Sub-Saharan Africa, seeks to fill the position of a Senior Investment Officer for debt investments in Microfinance.

You will be responsible for building an investment portfolio primarily from among MFIs and financial institutions in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. This will include deal sourcing, credit risk analysis involving due diligence and scoring exercises, and monitoring the portfolio performance.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years experience in the assessment and/or debt financing of institutions, preferably from financial institutions or MFIs;
a degree in economics, business administration, finance or a related field; knowledge of English and French with 1-2 additional African languages;
excellent writing and presentation skills; flexible and self-reliant personality with good intercultural skills;
interest in and enthusiasm for social investments of portfolio debt investments as well as of the markets in Sub-Saharan Africa.

To apply, and for further details about this position, please log on to
www.responsAbility.com (Click on EN for English version).

All applications and enquiries should be addressed to:
e-mail: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke, Website: www.adeptsys.biz

Closing date: Friday 18th May 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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