Bid Manager Job Vacancy: XRX Technologies Limited

1 Position: Bid Manager

Company: XRX Technologies Limited

Exclusive Xerox Distributor in Kenya

Bid Manager

Xerox in Kenya represented by XRX technologies Limited is looking for a Bid Manager to manage bids. He/She will part of the Bids Support group and report to the Public sector sales Manager.

The Bid Manager is the project manager of the bid with the aim to win a contract.

He/She is responsible for managing and organizing the bid resources to produce the required deliverables from the bid.

Job Description

The Bid Manager is accountable and responsible for:

• Assessing of the bid resources required and their availability
• Reviewing and monitoring progress and resolving issues and problems
• Producing a costed Bid Plan and gaining authorization for the plan
• Initial Risk Plan summary and completed Risk Plan
• Making available the output from the Bid/No Bid review
• Producing the Bid templates and establishing the Bid Library (and other bid infrastructure)
• Managing the output of Discovery activities including assumptions and dependencies and planning for Due Diligence completion
• Ensuring use of XRX technologies limited Services Best Practices

The Bid Manager is accountable for (but may delegate responsibility) for:

• Identification of the skills and capabilities for the bid and the contract fulfillment, from Xerox Services or from third parties
• Ensuring that all Project and Service Plans have been reviewed and updated
• Ensuring that transition project PID, Resource Plan, Risk Plan and Quality plans are in place
• Arranging independent Red Team review of the Proposal
• Managing the Bid budget
• Recording, analyzing and managing issues, risks, changes and dependencies during the bid

The Bid Manager is responsible for:

• Producing a Bid/Proposal Directive
• Producing the Proposal
• Confirming that the proposal is deemed acceptable from the perspectives of Commercial / Sales, estimation, Procurement, Human Resources, Risk & Planning and that it is authorized at Bid Approval
• Arranging for all bid requirements( bid bonds etc)
• Arranging Bid (and/or bid stage) initiation meetings
• Defining the structure of the proposal
• Planning and managing the bid activities, resources and bid risks
• Identification of areas of skill and capability required for the bid and the subsequent contract fulfillment, either from XRX Technologies or from Third party suppliers

Education Requirements

• Relevant University degree in IT, sales and marketing or equivalent education or expertise
• English both written and communication.

Technical/Professional qualifications

• Essential: Project Management
• Considered an asset: Project Management skills

Experience/Skills required

Experience:

• Minimum of 3years in IT and 2 years in Bid or Project Management
• Young ambitious pre-sales consultant with the ambition to evolve to Account Manager or Service Delivery Manager

Core competencies:

• Good communication Skill: fluent oral and written English,
• Good Commercial feeling with business awareness and customer understanding
• Good overall know-how of IT Services Industry (Consulting, Application Development and Infrastructure)
• Aptitude to plan & organize and meet all deadlines.
• Facility to work with others
• Knowledge of the XRX technologies organization & contacts
• Excellent project management skills
• Structured and well organized
• Flexible
• Pro-active and ability to think outside the box.

Social Skills:

• Eager to learn
• Good team player

Other Requirements:

• Team spirit, enjoy to work in an animated environment were 'positive' stress is guaranteed (stress resistant)
• Ability to understand complex processes.
• Customer minded attitude
• Good analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to write memos and reports and to present subjects on different matters
• Aptitude to self-learning
• Rapidly acquire XRX technologies processes and service offerings

Please send your applications to careers @ xrxtechnologies.co.ke to reach us by 9th November 2009.

Interviews for short listed candidates will be conducted by end of the week.

Programme Manager for the “Electoral Justice Principles” Programme Job Vacancy: Tiri

Vacancy announcement: Programme Manager for the “Electoral Justice Principles” Programme

Tiri-Making Integrity Work seeks a Programme Manager for its “Electoral Justice Principles” Programme, funded by the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF).

The programme, to be implemented over a period of 2 years, aims to raise the integrity standards of the electoral processes throughout Africa by addressing the relations between the key electoral justice institutions and their relevance and accessibility to the electorate.

It contributes to political accountability by working on the trustworthiness of key stakeholders and the credibility of electoral decisions.

Tiri seeks a dynamic Programme Manager, responsible for the successful project management, oversight and coordination.

The Programme Manager will report to the Programme Director and will work in close consultation with other relevant Tiri staff.

Main tasks and responsibilities

The successful candidate shall perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

• Overall Project Management and Coordination
• Budget preparation and/or revision and cashflow projections.
• Writing grant proposals and funding applications.
• Liaising with programme stakeholders and donors, including the preparation of timely operational and financial project reports.

Qualifications/Skills required

• A university degree in political science, law studies, social science or a similar field
• Considerable experience in the field of Electoral Management and/or Electoral Dispute Resolution and in project management
• Thorough understanding of integrity challenges and needs in both electoral and justice processes, especially in Africa region, and of relevant stakeholders capabilities
• Excellent networking and coordination skills, ability to work in a team
• Basic computer literacy
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of other languages, especially local languages is an asset
• Ability and willingness to travel

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Deadline: Applications close 15 November, 2009

Applications: Please send your CV, a covering letter and two references to jobs @ tiri.org with the subject title “EJP PM”, no later than 15 November, 2009.

Tiri holds a gender equitable approach in the recruitment process.

Women are encouraged to apply.

Web Intern Job Vacancy: NairobiNet Limited

NairobiNet Ltd a leading applications service provider is looking for a competent Web Intern who can commence immediately.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma / Degree in Computer Science
• Good interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge on PHP+Mysql
• Be able to demonstrate a working php application (not a website)

If you have the requisite skills and qualifications please mail your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to hr @ nbnet.co.ke. Indicate your daytime contact.

ONLY an ELECTRONIC copy of your CV will be accepted.

Submission of a hardcopy CV will result in automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Category Manager Job Vacancy in a Leading E-Commerce Company

Position Title: Category Manager

A leading ecommerce company in Africa’s is looking for candidates for their Category Manager vacancy in Nairobi Kenya, who have a passion for ecommerce, and who want to be part of a great team.

Main purpose of the Job

To grow and manage the various categories (books, DVDs, etc) for the company. Reporting to the Head of Country: Kenya, the incumbent will liaise with publishers, data aggregators, and internal departments, to create the strongest possible product offering to market.

Job Outputs

• Grow offer for the brand
• Manage current supplier relationships with view to grow opportunities
• Develop new approaches to target customer segment using analytics tools, site positioning and newsletters
• Work with international suppliers to increase product offer
• Using dashboards & reports, the incumbent must find creative ways of increasing turnover
• Undertaking the financial and strategic management of the product range
• Managing range assortments and replenishment
• Controlling and managing the merchandise pipeline

Skills and Competencies

• Keen interest/passion for various categories (books, DVDs, electronic equipment)
• Good understanding of planning and the logistics process relating to the different products
• A detailed approach to work
• Sound analytical, organizing, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to deal with suppliers
• Competency in all computer packages, i.e. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet
• Proficiency in spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Effective offer writing/ copy writing is important

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 3 to 5 years retail experience
• Experience in the FMCG environment would be advantageous
• A relevant degree or diploma is an advantage
• Proven strategic thinking and decision-making ability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Strong business acumen and commercial thinking
• Exposure to or working understanding of HTML/SQL advantageous

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be part of this team, please forward a comprehensive CV listing relevant skills and experience for attention of Human Resources via email: vacancies @ mihinternet.com quoting the reference no CATMNGREA/GH/06 in your subject line.

Applications close on 13 November 2009

Branch Manager Job Vacancy: Smart Solar

An innovative, socially conscious solar company is looking for entrepreneurial branch managers for the Kisumu, Mombasa and Nakuru area.

Branch Manager Position
(3 individual positions or family applications)

Job number KJ1109EH

The Branch Manager is responsible for effectively launching and managing the showroom and distribution operations for an innovative solar power company.

This includes managing the day to day operations, business development and contract management in the local area, and hiring and managing staff.

The Branch Manager will be responsible for the overall success of the operations in the area and will be compensated with a base salary plus an aggressive commission based on branch success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Launching and managing a branch showroom office and distribution centre
• Promoting and selling innovative lighting products through direct sales in the local areas to NGOs and small businesses
• Provide customers with accurate technical support to ensure proper usage and customer product satisfaction of lighting products
• Implementing marketing and sales plans
• Managing inventory control and distribution of products to local purchasing organizations
• Managing trainings of local customers and NGOs
• Managing all the day to day operations of the branch

Qualifications and skills required:

• Proven business development and sales experience with a positive community reputation
• Previous leadership and management experience of a minimum of 3 years
• Previous distribution and contract management experience
• Highly networked throughout the respective community
• Entrepreneurial attitude, and ability to work like it is your own company.
• Priority will be given to individuals living in of Kisumu, Mombasa, and Nakuru
• Strong verbal references are required from a minimum of 3 past supervisors or for entrepreneurs we will require references from past customers/ contracts.
• Experience in working with Point of Sale systems would be an asset
• High ethical standards and transparent communication
• Easily adaptable to function in a changing, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Please email CV and cover letter to jobs @ smartsolar.co.ke

All successful applicants will be given product information asked to “pitch” their business development strategy for the area. INCLUDE JOB NUMBER

Closing date: November 6th or until a suitable candidate is found.

For more information about our company please visit www.barefootpower.com

Real People Kenya Job Advertisement

We are a rapidly growing Financial Institution with over 150 retail branches over Sub – Saharan Africa seeking Dynamic, Energetic and Qualified individuals to fill the following positions to be based in Kisumu and Mombasa.

Trainee Branch Manager

Main Purpose of the Job

• To supervise and control all resources within your branch to required standards, within budgetary limits, company policy and parameters of the law.
• To ensure standards pertaining to marketing and customer service are maintained and contributes to the profitability of the branches.
• To consistently meet and maintain production targets as set by the company.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Sales & Marketing
• 3 Years Managerial experience.
• 2 years Sales & Marketing experience in a financial institution

Experience and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal/communication skills
• Customer service focused
• Strong mathematical ability
• Innovative
• Sales/marketing focused
• Self motivated with good knowledge of superior sales techniques
• Computer literate
• Driver’s license

Key functional areas

Human Resources

• Ensure that all Company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• To supervise, maintain and improve, where necessary, the performance of all branch personnel.
• Ensure that all staff in your branch is informed and kept up to date with the Company, Branch as well as Individual goals regarding different products.

Profitability

• Ensure the profitability of the branch.
• Ensure that targets as set by management for all products, are met and that all staff is informed and kept up to date in regard to Branch and individual targets regarding the different products.
  

Corporate Image

• Ensure the neatness of the branch at all times.

Company Assets

• Ensure that equipment are used for the purpose intended.
• Ensure that all branch assets/equipment are accounted for at all times.

Admin Management

• Responsible for overseeing all the administrative functions in the branch

Salary:

• Negotiable Basic Salary + Incentives

Loan Officer - Micro-Enterprise Finance

Job Purpose

• To deliver superior customer service to new and existing customers in becoming pre-eminent in the market
• To effectively receive and interview clients within the assigned delivery channels in order to concentrate on sales targets, and to sell products offered by the company within company policy and legislative requirements.
• To ensure standards pertaining to marketing and customer service are exceeded and that every opportunity of selling a variety of products to a customer is maximized.
• To effect healthy administrative processes within the branch.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Sales & Marketing
• 2 years experience in Sales & Marketing (preferably in the operational environment of a financial institution)

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication/listening skills
• Customer service oriented
• Assertiveness
• Highly Computer literate
• Target driven and self motivated

Key functional areas:

Administration

• Effectively achieving set sales targets by actively and proactively identifying of opportunities.
• To ensure continuous compliance with sales process implementation (e.g. sales processes, policies and procedures, legislative requirements etc)
• Ensure that all loan application documentation is completed correctly and neatly.

Customer Service

• Offer a professional, friendly and efficient service to customers focused on building relationships at all times
• Educate clients, new and existing on financial planning.
• Attract and retain new and existing clients through continuous Service Excellence.

Marketing

• Ensure that you contribute to the profitability of the branch by meeting individual sales targets set by management.

Corporate Image

• Keeping the branch and your work area neat at all times.
• Advise the Agent Facilitator timeously on the ordering of additional marketing material.
• To protect the Real People brand.

Company Assets

• Ensure that you use company equipment for the purpose intended.
• Ensure that all branch assets/equipment are accounted for at all times.

Salary: Negotiable Basic Salary + Incentives

Operational Clerk

Main Purpose of the Job

• To sell products offered by the company within company policy and legislative requirements.
• To ensure standards pertaining to marketing and customer service are exceeded and that every opportunity of selling a variety of products to a customer is maximized, ensuring that production targets are met.
• To effect healthy administrative processes within the branch.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Sales & Marketing / Business Administration will be preferred
• 2 Years administrative experience.

Experience and Competencies:

• Highly Computer literate
• Good communication/listening skills
• Customer service focused
• Assertiveness

Key Functional Areas:

Administration

• Ensure that all loan application documentation is completed correctly and neatly.
• Ensure that all administrative tasks in the branch regarding credit granting (affordability calculations), are done according to the Elite Manual/Real Origination procedures, and are strictly adhered to.
• Monitor pending lists and follow up on any variances daily.
• To ensure that reports and administrative requirements are submitted timeously.
• Ensure that you adhere to all Company policies and procedures at all times.

Customer Service

• Offer a professional, friendly and efficient service to customers focused on building relationships at all times.
• Ensure that you are au fait with all services and products offered by the company.

Marketing

• Ensure that you contribute to the profitability of the branch by meeting individual sales targets set by management.
• Assist the Branch Manager and contribute to marketing initiatives.
• Distribute marketing material as and when instructed by the Branch Manager.
• Setting-up and taking down of marketing material as instructed by the Branch Manager.

Corporate Image

• Assist the Branch Manager in keeping the branch and your work area neat at all times.
• Ensure that the marketing material in the branch is neatly displayed and that display windows are clean at all times.

Company Assets

• Ensure that you use equipment for the purpose intended.
• Ensure that all branch assets/equipment are accounted for at all times.

Salary: Negotiable Basic Salary + Incentives

If you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter and a detailed CV with three professional referees including daytime contacts (quoting the position being applied for and the location, on the subject line e.g. RE: “Operational Clerk – Mombasa”) to: jobs.realpeoplekenya @ gmail.com not later than 13th Nov. 2009.

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Jobs

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is the largest provider of prevention of mother-to-child transmission services in the world and one of the leading providers of care and treatment to people affected by HIV/AIDS.

Working with governments and partner agencies, we seek to prevent pediatric HIV infection and to eradicate pediatric AIDS through research, advocacy, and prevention and treatment programs.

The Foundation is now seeking to recruit the following positions based in Nairobi:

Senior Communications Officer, Africa

Job Summary

The Senior Communications Officer is responsible for developing and implementing communications initiatives and activities to enhance the Foundation’s visibility in major country, regional and international media, and for assisting Africa country programs with development and implementation of both Foundation and program-specific communications and media strategies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the communications needs and priorities of country offices in Africa.
• Partner with the advocacy function to develop and implement joint media and advocacy strategies.
• Develop a regional communications and media work plan and budget.
• Assist in media outreach and coordination of high-level visits to the region.
• Support the development of communications messaging, materials, and campaigns.
• Promote meaningful press coverage with key media.
• Work with country offices on development of country-specific editorial materials.
• Ensure that Foundation branding and messaging is consistent in all Foundation documents and collateral.
• Edit materials prepared by other writers or in-country personnel, and serve as final in-house editor and proofreader of all materials developed by country offices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in journalism, communications or public relations.
• Experience with print and/or electronic and broadcast media and developing strategic communications initiatives.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Africa (up to 30-40%).
• Interest in HIV/AIDS and health issues.
• NGO and international donor/grantee compliance experience a plus.
• Familiarity with major Africa press.
• Ability to synthesize feedback quickly and efficiently, attention to detail.
• Excellent team work, communications and organizational skills.
• French or Portuguese fluency/proficiency desirable.

Sr. Public Policy and Advocacy Officer, Africa

Job Summary

The Senior Public Policy and Advocacy Officer, Africa collaborates with key Foundation staff to develop and implement a global advocacy strategy and in-country advocacy plans for our 14 presence countries in Africa to support the Foundation’s key goals of scale-up of services to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV, and to expand care and treatment for children and families affected by HIV/AIDS.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Position the Foundation as a global advocacy leader on pediatric HIV/AIDS.
• Implement a global advocacy program in support of key Foundation goals.
• Advance key Foundation priorities with leading country, regional and global policy making bodies, including the African Union, SADC, UNICEF, UNAIDS & WHO.
• Support country staff in developing and implementing in-country advocacy strategies.
• Support effective integration of program implementation, research and communications activities with global public policy and advocacy initiatives.
• Collaborate with other AIDS, health, and international organizations to ensure common views are advanced effectively in broader coalitions.
• Monitor relevant public policy issues related to pediatric HIV/AIDS issues to identify opportunities to advance the Foundation.
• Develop strong relationships with key global health and AIDS policy leaders, and strengthen the Foundation’s participation in relevant global policy forums.
• Supervise, mentor, coach and counsel junior global advocacy staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in public policy, advocacy, or similar. Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of seven years relevant experience.
• Development and execution of strategic advocacy plans/initiatives.
• Interest in HIV/AIDS and health issues.
• Experience working with international health or aid organizations.
• Familiarity with major African global health organizations and leaders.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Africa (up to 40%.)
• Ability to synthesize feedback quickly and efficiently.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving and strong leadership skills.
• Excellent team work, communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• French or Portuguese fluency desirable, but not required.

Closing Date: Monday, November 9, 2009

Qualified candidates should post their applications and curriculum vitae directly under the foundations official website www.pedaids.org (see careers section) before the closing date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EGPAF’s work in Kenya is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and GlaxoSmithKline Positive Action Program.

EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our web site www.pedaids.org for more details on the Foundation.

KEMRI/CDC Program Job Vacancy: Administrative Officer

Vacancy No K159/10/09

Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

To effectively carry out its mandate, the Program is seeking to fill the following position.

Position: Administrative Officer (II, I or Senior) (ERP Project Manager) - MR 9/10/11

Location: Kisumu

Essential Requirements

• Education: Degree in a relevant discipline (Business Management, Accounting etc.)
• Experience: Must have demonstrated one year experience working with/or management of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System in a large organization for a continuous period.

Desirable Qualities

• Post Graduate Diploma in a management field or CPA –K , IT and 3 years experience at a senior management level would be preferred, of which one year experience working with/or management of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.
• Masters Degree in Project or Business Management.
• An understanding of the KEMRI and US Government procurement and finance processes.

Skills and Abilities:

• Consulting experience in project management of ERP implementation lifecycle
• Demonstrates an understanding of the issues relevant to a variety of ERP software modules including A/R, A/P, G/L, Fixed Assets, HR, and Payroll
• Intellectual capacity to break down a problem into its component parts, identifying implications, timeframes and sequences.
• Attention to Detail: A concern for ensuring accuracy, clarity and quality of work reflecting and underlying drive to increase efficiency
• Strong leadership skills and ability to drive project team to meet goals and objectives
• Strong communications skills, verbal and written
• Skills and ability to lead and mentor all project team members on ERP implementation
• Ability to estimate project resource requirements and staffed to appropriate levels
• Ability to communicate, track and document project issues and risk mitigation through resolution
• Ability to prepare presentations and conduct status meetings for user units and/or Senior Management Group
• Ability to independently manage multiple activities at different locations and organize work to meet deadlines

Position Summary: S/he reports to the Deputy Director of the KEMRI/CDC Field Research Station and provides oversight responsibilities of all the project management & planning specific to ERP Project management.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Project management of ERP implementation lifecycle
• Review and sign off of all major deliverables for the project
• Establish and maintain successful partnership with all team members
• Conduct project communication meetings, presentations and documentation
• Work with all users to determine their needs/issues; determine the validity of these items and will deem which are appropriate.
• He/she will act as a filter and will be the point of contact with the developer
• Development of an operations manual
• Project management of project plan, scope, costs, schedule and quality of deliverables
• Lead and mentor as required all project team members/users on ERP implementation
• Define and ensure project resource requirements are staffed to appropriate levels
• Manage project resource participation and effective contribution
• Manage and document project issues and risk mitigation through resolution

Terms of Employment:

A Six one (1) year, renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service and a Probation period for the first 3 months.

Remuneration:

• Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, based on education levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency.
• The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts

Applications should include the following:

• Letter of Application (Indicate Vacancy Number)
• Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae with Telephone number and e-mail address
• Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers
• Copies of Certificates, or Transcripts

Applications are due no later than 12th November 09 to:

Human Resource Manager,
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578,
Kisumu.

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet; print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before forwarding application to HR.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Farm Auto Spares Complex Job Vacancy: Supervisor – International Pharmaceutical Group

Job Title: Supervisor – International Pharmaceutical Group

Reporting to: Marketing Director / Principal Company

Duty Station: Nairobi

Job summary:

• Manage and lead teams towards achieving the set budgets.
• Develop and motivate teams towards increased sales by excellent execution of marketing plans.
  

The Job:

• Day to day management of team & their activities.
• Managing and allocating of resources.
• Double visits and coaching.
• Performance review & appraisal with the team.
• Continuous medication education (CME) meeting coordination.
• Designing and execution of marketing strategies
• Development & maintaining of Key opinion leaders.
• Review of the weekly reports and work plans.
• Market survey & making the necessary recommendations & implementations.
• Monitoring stocks levels.
• Setting of annual targets.

Qualifications:

• Graduate in a Science or Pharmacy based background.
• MBA will be an added advantage.
• Adequate Experience & knowledge of the pharmaceutical Industry.
• Management or supervisory experience

Applications with a detailed CV, daytime telephone numbers, address and names of three referees should be addressed to:

Human Resources Officer,
Laborex Kenya Ltd.,
Farm Auto Spares Complex, Msa. Rd.,
P. O. Box 72030-00200, Nairobi.

Envelopes should be clearly marked with the Job Ref No. LABO (K)/1183/09.

Applications should reach us on or not later than 10th of November 2009.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

KEMRI/CDC Program Job Vacancy: Medical Epidemiologist

Vacancy N159/10/09

Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) whose mandate is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases including influenza.

It is within this mandate that the program has a vacancy in the influenza group of the Global Disease Detection Division (GDD) in Kisumu.

Position: Medical Epidemiologist MR 11 (Job Group P)
Location: Kisumu, Kenya

Essential Requirement

• Education: Medical Degree with a Masters in Public Health or Epidemiology; PhD in epidemiology; Doctorate in Public Health; Veterinarian with a Masters in Public Health or epidemiology; or equivalent qualifications.
• Language: Fluency in English and Kiswahili (written and oral)
• Experience: Must have a minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience
• Must have worked in a hospital or clinical setting

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Excellent social, communication and listening skills, open-minded personality.
• Must be competent in use of MS Word, PowerPoint, MS Excel, and Access

Responsibilities:

• Provide daily guidance to epidemiology, laboratory and data management staff involved in influenza sentinel surveillance in Kisumu and the surrounding areas.
• Develop systems to ensure that project runs smoothly, efficiently, and ensures proper data collection and analysis.
• Manage logistics and provide oversight of sample collection and transport
• Liaise with data analysts to ensure accurate and timely reporting of data analysis used to advise policies and inform the public on an ongoing basis
• Provide epidemiological expertise in support of CDC/KEMRI influenza activities.
• Create assessment tools and epidemiologic surveillance programs related to early and ongoing pandemic influenza detection.
• Write protocols, analyze data, and publish papers

Terms of Employment:

One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service.

Probation period for the first three months.

Salary negotiable within grade depending on education, experience and demonstrated competence.

Applications must include the following:

• Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
• Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
• Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
• Copies of Certificates, Diplomas or Transcripts
• Contact telephone number.
  

Applications are due no later than: 12th November 09.

To:

Human Resource Manager,
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578, Kisumu.

Or e-mail to recruitment @ ke.cdc.gov

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position are strongly advised to access an internal candidate application form available in the CDC Intranet; print and process it through the project Managers and attach it before forwarding application to HR.

Only short listed candidates will be Contacted.

African Development Bank Group – Kenya Field Office Local Vacancy Announcement: Drivers

African Development Bank Group – Kenya Field Office
Local Vacancy Announcement

Objectives

The African Development Bank Group office in Nairobi (KEFO) has been established to strengthen dialogue between the Bank and Government, development partners, the private sector, and the civil society, in the design of its development policy and programs, as well as on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the poverty reduction strategy.

The office also seeks to assist the operational functions of the Bank Group in launching and follow up of projects and programs in Kenya.

The major functions of the office fall under the major areas of: country programming, project
administration, promoting participation, regional integration, and aid co-ordination, in line with the partnership principles and with a view to increasing development effectiveness and impact.

KEFO invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions.

These positions are local and posting will be in the Kenya Field Office (Nairobi) of the African Development Bank.

Drivers (GS 2)
(1 Position)

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Resident Representative and Finance and Administration Officer, KEFO, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Transportation of the RR, Country Sector Staff, visiting missions and official delegations at KEFO on official duties, within Nairobi and to/from project sites within and outside Nairobi as and when required;
• Ensure routine maintenance for the vehicles of the office.
• Ensure the safety of the Bank and other Visiting Delegations’ under your care as Driver
• Undertake deliveries of Bank documents to designated places and ensuring that they are officially promptly received by the concerned and responsible addressee
• Ensuring timeliness in discharge of your duties so as to enable the Bank and the staff you will be driving promptly meet their meeting/mission objectives

Essential Sills and Capabilities:

• ‘O’ Level with at least C+ passing Grade and with a professional qualification (driving license);
• Six years of experience as a driver in a similar organization or enterprise;
• Experience and skills in minor vehicle repairs, and routine maintenance for the vehicles;
• Good command of the English language and knowledge of the local language.
• Additional training in Defensive Driving; use of 4WD Drive Vehicles and use of motor vehicle radio communication will be an added advantage.

Terms of Employment: Three years on a fixed-term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please send your application, clearly stating the position and CV no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, 27th November 2009.

African Development Bank Group,
Kenya Field Office (KEFO), 12th Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Argwings Kodhek Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya.

Email: recruitkefo @ afdb.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

World Bank - Kenya: Request for Expression of Interest (EOI) - Implementation of a Peace Building and Conflict Management Grant

World Bank - Kenya
Request for Expression of Interest (EOI)
Implementation of a Peace Building and Conflict Management Grant

1. The World Bank, in partnership with the Government of Japan, is implementing a US$3 million Peace Building Project under the Japan Social Development Grant.

The World Bank is inviting Non Governmental Organizations (NGO) and Civil Society Organizations (CSO) (hereinafter referred to as Management Consultant) registered in Kenya, to apply for the management of the Grant over a period of three years.

The Management Consultant will be required to demonstrate financial and operational capacity in order to qualify for the Grant.

2. The World Bank has successfully ended a Participatory Consultative Process with the support
from a Seed Grant by the Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF).

As a result, a Grant Proposal has been produced outlining the following areas of interventions:

(i) Peace building and social transformation;

(ii) Livelihood support;

(iii) Multi-Arts and Socio-Cultural reintegration; and

(iv) Media and Community Relations.

3. The above interventions will be in selected parts of Central, Nyanza and Rift Valley Provinces.

4. The services to be provided by the Management Consultant will include the day-to-day
management, coordination, capacity building and implementation of the activities of the Grant,
financial and procurement management, monitoring and evaluation, and external audits among
others.

5. The World Bank now invites eligible Management Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services.

Interested Management Consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar
conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.).

Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.

6. A Management Consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers, published in May 2004, and revised in October 2006.

7. Interested Management Consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours: 0900 to 1700 hours, Monday to Thursday, and 0900 to 1100 hours on Fridays.

8. Expressions of Interest must be delivered to the address below, by Friday, November 13, 2009.

Attention: Mrs. Monica Okwirry
Japan Social Development Grant
The World Bank
Upper Hill,
P.O. Box 30577-00100,
Nairobi

Online submission to be sent to: mokwirry @ worldbank.org

Gap Marketing Job Vacancies: Marketing Orchestra Seeks Conductor (and 2 Other Players)

GAP MARKETING is East Africa's most sought after marketing services company.

Our services orchestrate our clients brand marketing strategies through Brand Activations, Field Marketing and Retail Sales Management Think of us as a marketing orchestra.

We seek to fill the following three top positions each of which requires talented individuals with at least a bachelors degree. An MBA is preferable.

The Conductor

As Operations Director you will be the conductor of our orchestra, coordinating the output of various marketing players in hundreds of locations across Kenya and the greater East Africa.

You must also manage an information system that delivers reliable and real time trade and consumer information in a volatile and constantly changing business environment.

You will have an insanely passionate knowledge in retail operations and a sharp ear for riot just their sounds but also the response they evoke from the audience.

Must

• be an honest, efficient, hands-on, people-friendly person with an infectious personal drive
• have at least 7 years of relevant experience in formulating efficient plans that make things happen

The Lead Organist

As Client Service Director, you should be a smooth, accomplished and polished player.

You will, with every bar, every note, convince our patrons (clients) just how well our marketing orchestra impacts the performance of their products and brands.

An embodiment of what we do and how we do it, you will rise and swell, your quick insightful mind, articulately and persuasively exciting them into growing their brands with us.

You will also manage the tight feedback loop between said patrons and the general audience (the market).

Must

• be an excellent writer and presenter; energetic and goal oriented, and with good people management skills. Must be experienced in brand management and retail business.
• have at least 7 years of experience in marketing fields.

The Pied Piper

As Field Marketing Manager, you'll be a pied piper for the orchestra, leading teams of field players across 100s of locations in the region.

You are a critical part of the show as you ensure not just the accuracy but also the safe, timely and efficient delivery of all field promises to our patrons.

Must

• be a methodical and detail oriented leader; a doer who's passionate about marketing and is good with people
• have at least 5 years of managing people in field operations

To apply for any of the three positions, send a cover note, your CV, scans of KCSE, degrees and other certificates to jobs @ gap-marketing.com by 10th November 2009.

www.gap-marketing.com

Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) Job Vacancies

Senior management positions in the energy sector

Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading electric power producer in Kenya.

In the recent past, the company has embarked on a transformation programme with a view to accelerating the expansion of its generation capacity and stabilizing the power situation in the country.

In order to sustain this process, KenGen is seeking to recruit professionals who are team players to fill the following senior management positions:

1. Chief Engineer-Gas Turbine
(Ref HRA/OP/01/09)

Reporting to the Operations Manager (Thermal), the ideal candidate will be responsible for optimum availability of the gas turbine plant and equipment by directing the implementation of safe operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, over-halls of the plant and associated equipment with a capacity ranging from 30MW to 80MW.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics or Aeronautical) with a minimum of seven (7) years experience in overhaul and operation of gas turbines/jet engines.

He/she must be proficient in Ms Office and Automatic Control Systems.

Registration with the Engineering Registration Board (ERB) and membership of the Institute of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) will be an added advantage.

2. Chief Corporate Energy Economist and Finance Officer
(Ref: HRA/RA/02/09)

Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the company sets cost effective and competitive tariffs sufficient to guarantee the coverage of its present and forecast requirements.

The successful candidate will posses a Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Finance or Economics; and must be MS Office proficient.

He/she must be registered with a relevant professional body.

The candidate must have at least seven (7) years experience in financial modeling.

3. Chief Research & Development Officer
(Ref: HRA/RA/03/09)

Reporting to the Technical Assurance and Quality Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating research and development, innovation initiatives and benchmarking against local and global trends, and managing human capital within the section.

The suitable candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in engineering\social sciences, and a diploma in project management with at least seven (7) years experience in a relevant field.

He\she must be MS Office proficient.

4. Chief Supplies Officer - Planning and Monitoring
(Ref/HRA/FC/04/09)

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for developing strategic procurement initiatives like spares pool, procurement plans, material planning, stock holding targets, stock control and overall management of stores.

He/she will spearhead cost reduction in the procurement process, develop mechanism and tools to monitor expenditure and advise users on possible cost cutting measures

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in business administration supply chain management or marketing, Diploma in supplies management procurement of KNEC\CIPS\National universities, be a member of KISM\CIPS or any international procurement planning stock logistics and financial analysis body.

He\she must be proficient in IT and any procurement systems.

Ability to use SAP will be an added advantage.

5. Chief Security Officer
(Ref: HRA/ADM/5/09)

Reporting to Administration Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimum security of human capital, plant and machinery in all company stations, premises and surrounding environment, and liaising with security service providers in matters of safety of physical installations, premises, vehicles, machinery, stores and property, and management of contracted security service.

He/she will initiate and facilitate the investigation of reported incidences involving thefts and losses of company property.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in social sciences with a bias in criminology, sociology, security management or psychology.

In addition, he/she must have undergone training in investigations and prosecution, must have seven years experience and should have served in the disciplined forces up to the level of Inspector\Captain.

He\she must be MS Office Proficient.

6. Chief Wind Projects Officer
(Ref: HRA/BDS/06/09)

Reporting to the Projects Execution Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for providing both engineering and technical leadership for the day-to-day activities of the wind project and preparations for other renewable energy projects.

In addition, he will be responsible for ensuring adherence to project implementation timelines, and quality.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in engineering and project management.

He/she must be a member of the Institute of Engineers of Kenya and must be registered with ERB, with seven years experience in handling wind and renewable energy, Standard FIDIC and World Bank Contracts. He\she must be MS Office Proficient and have a good knowledge of Ms Project and Primavera.

7. Chief Audit & Internal Control Systems Officer
(Ref: HRA/CS&LA/08/09)

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing the internal controls and IT systems company-wide to ensure they are effective and efficient in preventing fraud, losses, safeguarding company assets.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science degree in information technology and must be a certified information systems auditor (CISA). He/she must have seven years experience with specialization in use of COBIT for information systems audits.

He/she must be a member of ISACA. A good accounting background is essential.

8. Chief Risk Management, Fraud and Forensics Officer
(Ref: HRA/ESSLA/09/09)

Reporting to the Internal Audit and Risk Manager, the ideal candidates will be responsible for reviewing risk management practices, fraud investigation and forensic audits.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. In addition he should have, CPA K\ACCA qualifications, seven years relevant experience. He/she must be a member of ICPAK and IIA. He\she must be MS Office Proficient.

9. Senior CDM (Clean Development Mechanism) Officer
(Ref: HRA/RA/10/09)

Reporting to the Chief CDM Officer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for promoting all aspects of CDM within the company, and managing its implementation in accordance with international guidelines.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in Environmental Science with Five (5) years experience in CDM procedures. He/she must have the ability to interprete environmental policies and statutes, and have a demonstrable understanding of technologies used in the energy sector. He\she must be MS Office proficient.

10. Hydrologist
(Ref: HRA/CP&S/11/09)

Reporting to the Capital Planning and Strategy Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the computation of daily water inflows into the storage reservoirs, monthly projections, seasonal hydro storage inflows and reservoir levels as well as maintenance and updating of hydrological database of the company’s hydro stations and potential sites for purposes of in-house consultancy and planning.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in Hydrology/Meteorology or related-fields with at least five (5) years in the analysis of surface water components of the hydrologic cycle. He/she must be MS Office Proficient. A Masters degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage.

11. Senior Quality and Safety Officer
(Ref: HRA/RA/12/09)
4 posts

Reporting to the Chief Quality and Safety Officer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the quality and environmental management systems, and coordinating the health and safety systems in all business areas.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Production Engineering, or a related field with five (5) years experience, three (3) of which must be in safety. He/she must have a good understanding of the safety requirements of various business setups and ISO systems.

Those who are ISO QMS or EMS certified will have an added advantage. He/she must be MS Office Proficient.

12. Environmental Officer
(Ref: HRA/RA/13/09)
4 posts

Reporting to Chief Environmental Management Officer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the Company operations are in line with the established environmental management and conservation policies, statutes and standards.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Sciences/Forestry/ Natural Resource Management or any other related field , Minimum five (5) years working experience in conducting and managing of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) studies and EAs, implementation of Environment Management Plans, and environmental conservation initiatives.

He/she must be MS Office proficient. A Masters Degree in Environmental Sciences/Studies will be an added advantage.

13. Engineer I – Projects
(Ref: HRA/BDS/14/09)
7 posts

Reporting to Chief Engineer (Projects) , the ideal candidate will be responsible for completion of engineering projects within an area of assigned responsibility, formulating engineering programs, organizing project staff, reviewing projects design for compliance with engineering principles and standards, coordinating technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering, design and test problems, evaluating and approving design changes ,specifications and drawings, coordinating and preparing tender documents.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical), five (5) years experience in busy engineering set up, three (3)of which must have been in design and supervision and projects management.

He/she must be a registered engineer with ERB and be MS Office proficient. Ability to apply AutoCAD is an added advantage.

14. Engineer II– Projects
(Ref: HRA/BDS/15/09)
5 posts

Reporting to Chief Engineer (Projects) , the ideal candidate will be responsible for completion of engineering projects within an area of assigned responsibility, formulating engineering programs, organizing project staff, reviewing projects design for compliance with engineering principles and standards, coordinating technical development ,scheduling, and resolving engineering, designing and testing problems, evaluating and approving designs ,specifications and drawing releases, coordinating and preparing tender documents and tender processes.

The suitable candidate will possess a Bachelors degree in engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical) and two (2) years experience in a busy engineering set up. He/she must be a registered with ERB as a Graduate Engineer and be MS Office proficient. Ability to apply AutoCAD is an added advantage.

15. Corporate Energy Economist and Finance Officer
(Ref: HRA/RA/16/09)

Reporting to the Chief Corporate Energy Economist and Finance Officer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the company develops all the analyses required to set cost effective and competitive tariffs, sufficient to guarantee the coverage of its present and forecast requirements.

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelors Degree in commerce or finance with a professional qualification of certified financial analyst. The candidate must also be proficient in MS Office. The candidate must have at least three (3) years experience in financial modeling

16. Technical Affairs Engineer
(Ref: HRA/RA/17/09)

Reporting to the Chief Technical Affairs Engineer, the ideal candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining power generation tariff database, participating in preparation of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and administering effective PPAs.

The Engineer will also be responsible for analyzing power market and regulatory environment, preparation of technical documentation necessary for power supply tenders and negotiations with third parties.

The suitable candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering with at least seven (3) years experience in power systems or a relevant field. He\she must be a Registered Engineer and proficient in MS Office.

These are senior positions with challenging roles for which we are offering competitive packages.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications with a detailed resume and copies of certificates and testimonials quoting job reference number on the envelope to:

The Human Resources & Administration Director,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited,
Kolobot Road, 6th Floor Stima Plaza,
P.O.Box 47936 00100 GPO, Nairobi

So as to reach us on or before 13th November 2009.

Multinational Company Job Vacant Positions

These positions exist in the subsidiary of a Multinational Company which is a market leader in Kenya in the manufacturing and marketing of consumer durables.

Real Estate Officer

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Arts degree in Land Economics or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Working Experience in real estate sector.
• High levels of honesty & integrity.
• Aggressive personality with ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent negotiations skills.

Accountant

Requirements:-

• A Bachelor of Commerce or Economics Degree from a recognized and reputable university
• CPA (K) or equivalent
• Good written and oral communication skills
• At least two years working experience in a busy environment
• Ability to act independently with minimum supervision
• Hands -on experience with computers.
• Mature personality below 32 years of age.

Accounts Clerks

Requirements:-

• KATC or C.P.A. II and above
• At least two years working experience in a busy environment
• Hands on experience with Computers
• A mature personality who is honest and of high integrity
• Below 32 years of age.

Mechanical and Electrical Engineer

Requirements:

• BSc. (Hons) degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• At least two years plant maintenance experience
• A HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering may also be considered
• At least three years plant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• A mature person with ability to supervise a team of technicians
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Below 35 years of age

Interested candidates should apply enclosing copies of their certificates, testimonials, a detailed curriculum vitae, three references, current remuneration, current passport size photograph, postal, e-mail address and a daytime telephone contact to the undersigned so as to reach us not later than 10th November 2009.

DN.A/ 431
P.O. Box 49010-00100
GPO Nairobi

Management Trainees and Interior Designer Job Vacancies

These positions exist in the subsidiary of a Multinational Company which is a market leader in Kenya in the manufacturing and marketing of consumer durables.

Management Trainees

These positions are open for qualified candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:-

Qualifications:-

• A minimum of 2nd upper honors degree in business related degrees, engineering, economics, chemistry and an MBA or a Masters degree in related fields from both local and external recognized and reputable universities
• Internationally oriented person and willing to relocate.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, aggressive, and self confident
• Excellent oral and written communication skills,
• Flexibility to handle multiple projects simultaneously,
• An Extrovert personality with good inter-personal communication skills
• Below 32 years of age

Interior Designer

Requirements:-

• A holder of degree in architecture (Interior Designs) or Bachelor of Arts (Interior Designs) from a recognized University.
• A person with an interior design sense and strength.
• Should be computer literate and be conversant with the C.A.D.
• At least 30 years of age.
• At least 3 years relevant working experience.
• Ability to both independently and in team environment

Interested candidates should apply enclosing copies of their certificates, testimonials, a detailed curriculum vitae, three references, current remuneration, current passport size photograph, postal, e-mail address and a daytime telephone contact to the undersigned so as to reach us not later than 10th November 2009.

DN.A/ 431
P.O. Box 49010-00100
GPO Nairobi

Leonard Cheshire Disability Job Vacancies

1. Regional Programme Manager - East and North Africa

We are now seeking to fill this exciting and challenging post.

We require a forward looking and highly motivated individual to take responsibility for the leadership of Leonard Cheshire Disability's Programme in East and North Africa Region.

Leonard Cheshire Disability (UK) works to enable disabled people to improve their quality of life and to campaign for the removal of the barriers which hinder them.

This is done in partnership with over 250 independently managed disability organisations in 54 countries in the Americas. Asia and Africa.

Our programmes support people with disabilities and push disability up political and development agendas. We provide innovative services that give disabled people the opportunity to live life their way.

In the East and North Africa Region (ENAR), there are Leonard Cheshire Services partners established in Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, Tanzania, Morocco, Rwanda and Uganda. Each operates as an autonomous organisation through a local management structure.

Leonard Cheshire Disability's programme provides support to the network of these services through the Regional Offices. Our programmes focus on; support for everyday living, inclusive education, livelihoods, and advocacy and campaigning.

The post of Regional Programme Manager is a senior position and we are looking for an individual with the following competencies:

• High level representational experience
• Strong experience in development work at a senior level
• Proven experience in management of programmes and staff
• Evidence of project design, implementation and management including fundraising
• Leadership in programme policy and strategic planning and design
• Strong budgetary and financial management experience

The post holder will report to the Senior Programme Manager (Africa) who is based in the UK. S/he will work closely with the regional Chairperson and with the management boards and committees of the Cheshire services in the region.

2. Advocacy and Campaigns Manager

We are also seeking a highly motivated individual for this post.

S/he will have the following skills and competencies;

• Demonstrable experience in developing campaigns and advocacy strategy targeting policy makers.
• Experience in either advocacy/campaigns for the rights of disabled people is essential.
• Experience of initiating, coordinating and evaluating campaigns.
• Experience in public relations and policy development
• Understanding of the issues facing disabled people would be desirable.
• Excellent writing skills are essential.

The post holder will report to the Regional Programme Manager (ENAR). S/he will work closely with the local Cheshire Service partners in the countries in the region to campaign and advocate for the rights of disabled people.

The East and North African office is based in Nairobi, Kenya where both post holders will be based. It is essential that the successful applicants are able to travel extensively and to work frequently and for extended periods away from home base.

Applicants must be nationals of a country in Leonard Cheshire Disability's East and North Africa Region.

To apply:

• Please submit a completed application form which can be downloaded from our website www.lcdisability.org or send an e-mail to the contact below. Please no CVs.
• In addition, please submit a written statement of not more than 1000 words outlining your reasons for applying and explaining why you are suitable for the post.
• Copies of the job description, personal specification and conditions of service can also be downloaded from our website or requested via e-mail.

Applications and all enquiries should be made to:

Rebecca Lee
Leonard Cheshire Disability
66 South Lambeth Road, London SW8 1RL
Tel: +44 (0)20 3242 0288
Email: Rebecca.Lee @ lcdisability.org

Applications close on 20th November 2009

Interviews are scheduled to be held in Nairobi 2nd week of December 2009.

Final confirmation of dates will be sent to applicants who are shortlisted for interviews.

Applicants shortlisted and invited for interview will be contacted by 25th November, 2009.

Essential travel and accommodation costs will be covered for applicants invited for interview.

Medecins du Monde (MdM) Jobs: Field Co-ordinator

Field Co-ordinator

Duty station: Marka, Lower Shabelle, Somalia

I. Context of the mission

Medecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organisation whose mission is: to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations when they are faced with crisis or exclusion from society, the world over, including France, to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care.

The goal of MdM in Somalia is to offer health care services to the civilian populations in Marka, Lower Shabelle.

This project is the 2nd phase of the overall response plan of MdM in the Lower Shabelle. After the 1st phase - 2008 - during which MdM reinforced two health centres focusing on quality and access, this 2nd phase aims to consolidate the services provided in Marka town and to expand them to cover the whole district of Marka, bringing assistance to the most vulnerable people.

The project aims at:

• Increasing the access of the Marka district population to Primary Health Care (PHC)
• Improving the Quality of PHC and reproductive health in Marka District
• Improving the coordination and the capacity building of the local stakeholders involved in Health promotion

II. Duties

General description of the Role:

• Field Coordinator will be based in Marka, with frequent travel to Nairobi.
  
• He/she will be in charge of the implementation of the project in Marka District.
  
• He/She will supervise both technical and administrative team based in Merka.

Key Duties

• Insure smooth implementation of the project according to project proposal.
• Plan activities to achieve the project objectives
• Manage the MdM base in Marka
• Recruit staff in accordance with MdM rules and regulations
• Liaise with local authorities, Elders and community leaders
• Liaise with medical and non medical organisation (INGOs and LNGOs) in the field
• Participate to coordination meetings at Marka level
• Liaise with the General coordinator based in Nairobi
• Produce monthly reports on project management

III. Hierarchical & Functional links:

He/she works inside the project's HR organizational chart. He/she will be answerable to the General Coordinator based in Nairobi and should be aware and supportive of MdM specific decision-making process (aka MdM Project Team or MdM Triangle) as it will be presented to him/her during interviews and briefings.

IV. Background of the candidate:

• Experience in emergency work is essential, in addition humanitarian and co-ordination skills highly desirable
• Fluency in English and Somali a must while knowledge of French is an added advantage
• High level of computer literacy with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

Required Competences:

• Experience in a similar position (at least 5 years experience with at least two years of experience outside Somalia)
• Experience in negotiations and relations with local partners and authorities in a difficult legal, administrative and political context is compulsory
• Experience of medical projects is an asset
• Be autonomous in work, with minimal supervision
• Able to respect and to implement strict security rules
• Ability to manage a team and work in a large and international team
• Ability to make priorities

Required Personal skills

• Impartiality
• Patience
• Reactivity, anticipation, adaptability and capacity to take initiatives to changing requirements
• Organisational skills, rigor
• Diplomacy skills / Ability to listen and share decisions
• Good writing and communication skills inside the team and from widely-varied organizations and agencies
• Team spirit
• Capacity to work & live in tense conditions (climate, cultural context, promiscuity, isolation)

If you believe you are the ideal candidate we are looking for, please submit your application letter and CV detailing your experience for the position, quoting the relevant references and daytime telephone contacts to: secretariat.rhmissions @ medecinsdumonde.net with CC to general.co @ mdmfsomalia.org

Reference should be mentioned in subject: MDM/FieldCoordinator/Somalia

Closing date is November, 30th 2009.

MdM is an equal employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only Short listed applicant will be contacted.

United States International University (USIU) Job Opportunities

United States International University (USIU) is a private chartered university with a population of nearly 5,000 students and over 300 employees, located at the Kasarani area in Nairobi, Kenya.

It offers both US and Kenyan accredited degrees.

USIU is searching for qualified personnel to fill the following positions:

Job Title: Assistant Internal Auditor

Job Purpose

• Assist the internal auditor in the execution of the yearly internal plan within USIU with responsibilities listed below.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the internal auditor execute audit assignments timely in accordance with the audit plan of the university
• Assist in assessing organization's information security practices and recommend as appropriate, enhancements to, or implementation of, new controls and safeguards
• Conduct periodic audits of computer systems for all service centers and make post-installation evaluations of major data processing systems.
• Prepare draft reports , discuss findings with stakeholders and present neat working papers for review
• Carry out audit assignments in accordance with the internal auditing profession standards
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Qualifications/ Educational/ Professional/ Experience

• Upper Second Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration or Information Technology
• CISA, or IMIS Diploma and CPA or ACCA qualifications
• At least 3 years working knowledge of auditing IT processes

Competencies

• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office, and auditing commercial ERPS
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to details.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Reliable person with high level of integrity.
• Must be a team player.

Job Title: Business Application Developer
(two positions)

Reports To: Director - ICT

Job Purpose

• To develop and maintain customizations oh the existing open source ERP - CX which runs on an Informix database

Key Responsibilities

• Capturing user requirements
• Undertaking development of business requirements in conjunction with the rest of the team
• Integrating CX with other business applications on site running on MS SQL and Oracle
• Conducting System Acceptance Testing
• Functional Acceptance Testing
• Conducting User Acceptance Testing
• Develop standards to guide future application customizations and integrations
• Maintaining all documentation pertaining to system changes
• Undertaking system upgrades and patches
• Consolidate all reports in a centralized portal for easy access by users

Qualifications

• University Graduate - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Commerce
• MCSD or OCP Certification
• Working experience of relational databases e.g. Oracle, Informix, SQL Server
• Three years experience as a JAVA Developer
• At least two years experience customizing applications in a busy environment

Competencies

• An appreciation of accounting principles will be an added advantage
• An understanding of security requirements in a business environment will also be key
• Understands and practices the SDLC cycle (Experience in development / implementation of a business system from scratch is an added advantage).

If you meet the above criteria, please send your resume and a covering letter to the undersigned on or before 13th November, 2009.

The Head of Human Resources,
United States International University,
P.O. Box 14634 - 00800, Nairobi.
Email: jobs @ usiu.ac.ke, hr @ usiu.ac.ke
Website: www.usiu.ac.ke

USIU is an equal opportunity employer.

World Vision Job Vacancy: ECB Project II Coordinator

Horn of Africa Emergency Capacity Building Project II Coordinator

World Vision, an international Christian relief and development organization and lead agency for the Emergency Capacity Building (ECB) Horn of Africa Consortium, is seeking to recruit a highly competent and proactive person to fill the position of ECB Project II Coordinator.

The Emergency Capacity Building (ECB) Project aims to improve the speed, quality and effectiveness of the humanitarian community's emergency preparedness and response by building capacity at the field, global organizational and humanitarian sector levels for staff development, accountability and disaster risk reduction.

The Horn of Africa Consortium is led by ECB member World Vision, and managed by the East and Central Africa Inter-Agency Working Group (IAWG) on Disaster Preparedness.

Purpose of the Position: The primary function of the ECB Project Coordinator is to facilitate the implementation of regional project activities, support all members of the consortium with smooth and effective collaboration and, represent Horn of Africa ECB consortium in global ECB project events.

Main Responsibilities

• Facilitate the mobilization and engagement of the Horn of Africa Consortium in the development of capacity building initiatives and roll out of emergency preparedness, response and disaster risk reduction activities.
• Facilitate the engagement of the Horn of Africa Consortium in the joint implementation of capacity building activities.
• Facilitate and coordinate the Horn of Africa Consortium in sharing the learning across the humanitarian sector in the region about innovative capacity building activities.
• Facilitate and coordinate the engagement of external stakeholders (UN agencies, government bodies, local NGOs and other INGOs) in the implementation of ECB 2 activities.
• Represent the Horn of Africa Consortium ECB 2 Project in global ECB events, meetings and workshops.

The position will require extensive travel within the Horn of Africa Region. This is a one year renewable contract.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The suitable candidate should have significant experience with the following:

• Facilitation and coordination (preferably in coordinating multi organization groups or consortia);
• Management and implementation of emergency response and disaster risk reduction programs;
• Development and implementation of capacity building and training interventions;
• Strong program development and management skills including project planning, proposal and report writing, and monitoring and evaluation;
• At least an undergraduate degree in related fields (development studies, social sciences etc)

For the full job description and candidate profile, please visit the IAWG website: http://www.humanitarianinfo.org/iawg-nairobi

Interested and qualified candidates who wish to apply for this position should send an application letter and detailed CV to wvaro_recruit @ wvi.org by 14th November, 2009