utcomes Measures Project Associate / Project Coordinator Job in Western Kenya - Innovations for Poverty Action

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Benefits Project

Position: Outcomes Measures Project Associate / Project Coordinator

Deadline to Apply: Feb 16th, 2012

Start Date: Immediately

Location: Western Kenya

Eligibility: Position open to all nationalities; Kenyan nationals strongly encouraged apply

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Outcomes Measures Project Associate/Project Coordinator (PA/PC) for the water, sanitation, hygiene and nutrition (WASH)Benefits Project.

Currently in the second year of a five-year study, WASH Benefits is collecting rigorous evidence on the health and developmental impacts of improved water, sanitation, and hygiene practices, alongside improved nutrition in rural Kenya.

Low-cost technologies and behavior change communications strategies are being implemented to promote drinking water treatment, good sanitation practices, hand washing with soap and nutritional supplementation.

The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand field management experience in an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research.

This position is located in Western Kenya, and the principal investigators are Clair Null and Michael Kremer.

Responsibilities:

The Outcomes Measures PA/PC will be responsible for coordinating field work related to the projects outcomes measures with an initial emphasis on cognitive development.

The PA/PC will work closely with academic researchers and field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to : sophisticated logistic planning, assisting with project design, designing and editing survey questionnaires, conducting focus groups, training field staff on surveys and measures of child development and maternal cognitive functioning, running pilot exercises, managing survey teams, checking and analyzing data, cleaning data and assisting in preliminary analysis, assisting in the writing of project reports and policy memos, financial accounting, HR, and various administrative tasks.

The WASH Benefits project will be spread over a relatively large geographic area, so willingness to travel will be essential.

The PA/PC positions will be based in either Bungoma or Kakamega, Kenya.

Qualifications and Experience: Required:

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, Social Work, Education or other Social Sciences
Excellent management and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (for working both with personnel and survey families)
Flexible, self-motivating ,able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team player
Demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations
Demonstrated experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods
Knowledge of STATA or other data analysis software
Fluency in English

Preferred:

Experience working on or studying WASH issues in developing countries (particularly sub-Saharan Africa)
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials
Experience managing filed staff
Fluency in Kiswahili
Experience working with families and young children in some capacity (e.g., household surveys, community organizations, health clinics, etc.)
Experience assessing the abilities of adults or young children with standardized tests
Experience with ASQ

We are looking for a commitment period of one to two years for this position, which we expect to start in April 2012.

To apply:

Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address.

Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.

Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices,

or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org,

or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400 Kenya.

If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: “WASH BENEFITS OUTCOME MEASURES PA/ PC.”REF NO: WB-2012-01-03

All applicants will be considered for the position and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Outcomes Measures Associate/Coordinator.

The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant.

Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization.

Please direct questions to jobs@poverty-action.org.

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Regional Sales Manager Job in Kenya - IT Company

Our client is a world leading IT company.

An innovator in high technology, spanning IT & communications systems, digital consumer products, electronic devices, and home appliances, seeks to recruit a Regional Sales Manager to carry out direct marketing activities to grow the company’s IT sales portfolio.

The Position

The position holder will be reporting to the Africa Channel Manager and tasked with:

Maintain and develop a computerized customer and prospect database.
Plan and carry out direct marketing activities (principally direct mail) to agreed budgets, sales volumes, values, model mix and timescales.
Develop ideas and create offers for direct mail and marketing to major accounts by main market sectors.
Respond to and follow up sales enquiries by mail, telephone, and personal visits.
Maintain and develop existing and new customers through planned individual account support, and liaison with internal order-processing staff.
Monitor and report on activities and provide relevant management information on a weekly basis.
Carry out market research, competitor and customer surveys.
Liaise and attend meetings with other company functions necessary to perform duties and aid business and organisational development i.e. service and support issues.
Attend training and to develop relevant knowledge and skills.
Plan and prioritise personal sales activities and customer/prospect contact towards achieving agreed business aims, including costs and sales - especially managing personal time and productivity.
Plan and manage personal business portfolio/territory/business according to an agreed market development strategy.
Manage product/service mix, pricing and margins according to agreed aims.
Maintain and develop existing and new customers through appropriate propositions and ethical sales methods, and relevant internal liaison, to optimise quality of service, business growth, and customer and satisfaction.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a results driven University Graduate with a Sales bias with at least 3 years solid sales experience,1 of which must be at management level.

Proficiency in computer skills, with effective communication skills and a strong negotiator and team player, with proven track record to win others over.

Skills/Qualifications: Meeting Sales Goals, Motivation for Sales, Territory Management, Presentation Skills, Performance Management, Building Relationships, Emphasizing Excellence, Negotiation, Results Driven, Sales Planning, Managing Profitability

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send an updated Curriculum Vitae (Ms Word version) to careers@altimaafrica.com clearly stating the job position (Regional Sales Manager) in the subject.

Include your daytime contact, Current & Expected remuneration as well as your Notice Period in your application cover letter.

Deadline for application is Monday 30th January 2012, 12 noon.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Jacaranda Health Clinic Nurse / Midwife Job in Kenya

Clinic Nurse / Midwife

Background

Jacaranda Health is a new venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa. We are combining business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and reproductive health services to low-income urban women.

Job Description

In 2011 we launched mobile clinic services providing antenatal care at community sites around northeastern Nairobi. Today, we are seeking several nurses/midwives to staff our first fixed maternity clinic in Nairobi (just before Ruiru town), as well as in our mobile clinic.

We seek nurses with good experience in maternal and child health and a strong commitment to providing friendly and respectful care to all women.

Along with their clinical duties, the nurses will have the opportunity to work with new technologies and quality improvement techniques, and work with clinicians and advisors at the forefront of maternal health.

It is an excellent opportunity to learn new clinical skills, and to receive mentorship in a clinical setting and CME.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive antenatal care, postnatal care, and family planning for mothers and mothers-to-be in Jacaranda’s mobile clinic
Provide friendly, helpful service, advice, guidance, and education to all patients
Maintain patient data using our electronic medical records systems
Provide comprehensive PMTCT services and counseling and referrals for HIV
Work closely with the Jacaranda Health management team and teammates to identify and implement opportunities to improve clinical quality and clinic operations
Diagnose, treat and refer as appropriate antenatal, labour and postnatal complications
Conduct normal deliveries and assess any complications that may require referral
Advise mothers on issues

Desired Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following:

Certificate in nursing from a recognized institution. A Diploma or Degree in nursing is an added advantage.
Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
At least 3 years of clinical experience working with pregnancy and delivery.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and empathy; equally comfortable providing one-on-one counseling and presenting birth-preparedness education to groups.
A commitment to providing world-class care, and the curiosity and commitment to excellence needed for continuous quality improvement.
Excellent analytical reasoning skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment.
A good understanding of community dynamics.Knowledge and familiarity with low-income urban areas of Nairobi will be an added advantage.

Training and experience in the following areas will be advantages (not all are required):

Managing labour and delivery
Antenatal care
Postnatal care
PMTCT (including NASCOP certified training and recent updates)
Family planning
Post-abortion care
Basic life support (BLS)
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
Advanced life support in obstetrics (ALSO)
Ultrasound
Neonatal resuscitation
Cervical cancer screening (VIA/Cryotherapy)
Nurse anaesthetist
Counselor (for domestic violence, post-abortion care, or other areas)

Additional Comments

Interested candidates may apply by:

1. First,complete the online form available by clicking here Jacaranda Health Nurse Application Form or by pasting this link into your web browser: http://goo.gl/UkOEh.

2. After completing the application, please also submit your CV and a cover letter to jobs@jacararandahealth.org.

Only applicant that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered. No calls please.

Your application must be received by Sunday, February 5th, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Architect / Interior Designer Job in Nairobi Kenya

We are looking for an architect with skills in interior design.

The candidate will be in charge to manage an Italian showroom selling Italian design household items.

The candidate will also be responsible for management, staff & sales.

The candidate should not be over 35 years old.

It is requested fluent English, managerial skills, use of major architectural computer programs.

Send CV to: elisa.terranova @ karibuitaly.com

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Tupange Assistant Communication Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

TUPANGE, the Kenya Urban Reproductive Health Initiative, is a five year project being implemented by Jhpiego and its partners, Johns Hopkins University Center for Communication Programs (CCP), Marie Stopes International (MSI), National Coordinating Agency for Population and Development (NCAPD) and Pharm Access Africa Ltd (PAAL).

TUPANGE works in five urban centers in Kenya to increase and sustain contraceptive use among marginalized urban populations by improving the quality and accessibility of family planning services, particularly by strengthening linkages between communities and clinics, improving the quality of integrated maternal and reproductive health services, and expanding the role of the private sector in the provision of family planning services, including public-private partnerships.

We are currently recruiting experienced individuals with excellent technical skills who are team players, dedicated, hard working, highly motivated and able to work in a high pressure environment requiring multitasking.

Assistant Communication Officer

(1 Position Nairobi)

Reporting to the Communication Officer, the Assistant Communication Officers will assist in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of demand creation activities in the TUPANCE annual work plans at city level.

Responsibilities

Operationalize the communication strategy to achieve the demand creation for RH/FP services
Assist to develop and produce quality communication for print and electronic media
Review and/or design demand creation activities based on identified objectives
Assist to develop content for various 'communication briefs' in all RH/FP activities
In consultation with other partners, ensure relevant behavior determinants are identified and included in BSCC messages and activities
Organize and facilitate relevant trainings for staff and local NCO/CBO partners',
Assist in documentation of SBCC activities, successes, best practices, and lessons learned
Assist to prepare work plans, budgets, periodic activity reports and organization of workshops
Represent CCP in TUPANCE partner and technical meetings at city level
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with partners, MOH, City Council, donors, NCOs and CBOs.
Provide program administrative support to the SBCC activities of the project

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Communication, Journalism, Behavior Change Development, Mass Media, or relate field
At least 3 years of relevant experience in behavior and social change communication programs
Experience working in a consortium with both public and private sector partners
Excellent analytical, communication and writing skills
Excellent understanding of reproductive health issues
A working knowledge of Behavior Change and social marketing theories and models
Strong understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods
Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
Be computer literate and proficient in Desk Top Publishing

Interested applicants should send a CV, contacts for 3 references, and detailed cover to dgachuhi@yahoo.com not later than 30th January 2012.

Please indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for the position. A competitive remuneration and benefits package will be offered according to qualifications and experience.

Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Johns Hopkins University Center for Communication Programs (CCP), is an equal opportunity employer.

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Tax Accountant Job in Kenya - Audit Firm (KShs 30K)

Our client is a medium sized audit firm serving the small and medium sized businesses in Kenya.

A job vacancy has arisen in the tax consulting department.

Job Title: Tax Accountant

Basic Function:

The tax accountant position is accountable for the collection of tax-related information, reporting to taxation authorities in a timely manner, and advising management on the tax impact of various corporate strategies.

Principal Accountabilities:

Complete required tax reporting in a timely manner
Coordinate audits by various taxation authorities
Advise management regarding the tax impact of corporate strategies
Coordinate outsourced tax preparation work

Requirements

CPA(K) being minimum education and professional level.
Have worked in the same position in an audit firm set up.
Demonstrate initiative.
Able to work unsupervised.
Ability to deliver on targets.
Familiar with Kenyan tax law and an indepth understanding of KRA operations.

The client is willing to offer a stating gross pay of K'sh 30,000.

Other benefits upon confirmation include pension.

If interested, send us your CV only indicating job title to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke.

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Audit Senior Job in Kenya - Audit Firm (KShs 40K - 45K)

Our client is a medium sized audit firm serving the small and medium sized businesses in Kenya.

A job vacancy has arisen for an Audit Senior.

The successful audit candidate must be working or have worked in an audit firm and will be responsible for conducting clients audits, preparing audit reports and highlighting issues relating to internal control weaknesses.

Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):

The incumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:

Excellent analytical and audit skills
Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
Advanced report-writing and presentation skills
Risk Analysis skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the Internal Audit Dept.
Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
Expected pay is a gross of 40-45K.

Qualifications:

Should be a CPA / ACCA Finalist
A degree is an advantage

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years’ audit working experience
Must have worked in an audit firm in a senior position.
Ability to handle mid - large clients.

Please quote your current salary.

If qualified send CV only to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke indicating the title (Audit Senior Job) on the subject line.

Corporate Staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th floor, Development House, Nairobi.
Email: jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database.

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Audit Assistant Job in Kenya - Audit Firm (KShs 20K)

Our Kenyan client is a rapidly growing Nairobi based audit firm is urgently in need of an audit assistant with over one year experience in an audit firm.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting clients audits, preparing audit reports and highlighting issues relating to internal control weaknesses.

Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):

The incumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:

Excellent audit skills
Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the Internal Audit Dept.
Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity

Qualifications: Should have a minimum of CPA Part 2.

Experience: Must have worked in an audit firm for a minimum of a year.

If qualified send CV only to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title on the subject line.

Corporate Staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th floor, Development House, Nairobi.
Email: jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database.

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OxfamGB Kenya Programme Funding Coordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Funding Coordinator

National Plus Level C2

Salary: GBP20,619 – GBP27,642 net per annum and other substantial benefits

Fixed Term 2 years – Accompanied post based in Nairobi; Kenya

Who we are

Oxfam’s Kenya Programme is a complex programme that incorporates both rapid and slow onset emergencies as well as longer term development and policy work.

Oxfam Kenya applies a one programme approach which means it has multiple activities that support a holistic approach to humanitarian, development and advocacy for long lasting change in poverty reduction.

Oxfam in Kenya works principally in Turkana, Dadaab and Wajir, the Nairobi informal settlements and on national level advocacy and coordination issues in multi stakeholder fora.

This post will work closely with all programmes and is based in Nairobi with limited travel to field programme sites.

He/ she will report to the Business Support Manager and works in close coordination with the Regional Funding Team in HECA.

We require a highly experienced Funding Coordinator for Oxfam GB Kenya programme to deliver successfully on the country strategy

The Role

This role will lead on the planning, coordination, securing and management of restricted income to enable Oxfam in Kenya to deliver on the country strategy (Joint Country & Analysis Strategy - JCAS).

The role provides expertise on managing our resource base and relationships with key institutional donors.

The post holder will strengthen the capacity of relevant staff across the country in the planning, securing and managing of restricted funds. It will also involve in resolving diverse and sometimes complex problems with impact in funding area and recommending changes to processes, collect information from a wide range of well-defined sources.

Person specification

To be successful in this role, you will have significant experience-based skills in planning, securing and managing funds from institutional donors such as EU, ECHO, DFID, OFDA, and UN agencies and sound understanding of institutional and government donors, funding policies and NGO programming in emergencies and/or development environments.

It is essential to have strong technical knowledge of donor funding proposals and log frames in thematic area.

Experience of capacity building in relation to fundraising or programme development is essential.

You will be self-motivated, target driven and an entrepreneurial approach to exploiting fundraising opportunities.

You will be required to have excellent communication and team working skills.

To apply

If you believe you fit the profile, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and including daytime telephone contacts and two referees, preferably your current line managers to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using Ref: INT5055

Applications deadline is 5th February 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

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Teachers Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

A private girls day secondary school in Nairobi is looking for teachers in the following fields:

1. C.R.E. / Geography

2. Games

Applications should be sent to:

The Principal
P.O. Box 30258 - 00100
Nairobi.

The closing date for the applications is 31st January 2012

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MSF Switzerland Sudan Mission Medical Doctor with Surgical Skills Job Vacancy

Medecins Sans Frontieres – Switzerland

Agok / Turalei in South Sudan Programme

Medical Doctor with Surgical Skills

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need.

MSF Switzerland is seeking to recruit a Medical Doctor with Surgical skills for it’s project in South Sudan:-

Location: Agok/Turalei in South Sudan

Start date: mid-February, 2012

Type of contract: 1 year (renewable)

Main Tasks:

Apply medical knowledge and skills to diagnosis,treatment and prevention (assisted by clinical examination, laboratory results and exams available) and patient followup at (chronic illnesses clinic > we don’t have a chronic illness clinic) primary and secondary health care level.
Apply your medical skills actively in ward rounds and during consultation according to the applied schedule in the hospital
If necessary prescribe relevant treatment according to MSF guidelines and protocols
Conduct emergency, general and obstetrical surgeries if needed
To be be actively involved in pediatric and adult medical and surgical activities and ensure that the quality of care is ensured.
Ensure a medical follow-up of quality and if necessary (and possible) refer to other health facilities
Apply hygiene standards in all medical activities
Keep informed the patient and his family about any development
Be flexible in working schedule as emergencies occures or HR lacks identified
Be willing to share your medical skills in training, meetings, etc
Assist in data collection or/and assessments when required

Requirements:

Degree in Medecine from a recognised Institution and registered with the Medical Board
2 year experience working in a busy hospital
MSF experience/ INGO an added advantage

Personal qualities:

Organized, methodical and accurate
Ability to work on strict deadlines and under pressure.
Good team player
Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.
Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary, multicultural and remote environment.

Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “Medical Doctor” to:

The Human Resources Manager
MSF-Switzerland, Sudan Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603, Lavington, Nairobi
Deadline: Friday 3rd February, 2012

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted.

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AMREF Project Assistants Jobs in Kakamega and Kisumu Kenya (2 Positions) - Western School Health Project

Western School Health Project is funded by GIZ and will be implementing the Comprehensive School Health Programme in four districts: Bondo and Gucha in Nyanza province, Vihiga and Butere in Western province.

The goal of the project is to enhance the quality of health in schools and communities by creating a healthy and child friendly environment for teaching, learning and development.

Purpose of Job:-

To provide technical / operations support in project activity implementation.

Key Responsibilities:-

Working in conjunction with the Government and other partners to plan and supervise the implementation of the project activities
Assist to organize and conduct field visits and meetings with relevant partners and stakeholders to strengthen networks and partnerships
Facilitating the formation, networking and coordination of the district project implementation team. Building the capacity of Health Workers, teachers, Peer Educators and SMCs to implement project activities.
Participate in the development of schools health IEC/BCC related materials. Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports relating to the project. Assist in control and management of project resources and assets.
Participate in monitoring and evaluation of project activities and processes in order to achieve desired project outputs and results within the allotted timeframe.
Participate in conducting operations research, documenting and sharing new experiences and best practices from the project for influencing policies and practices.
Assist in the development of new concepts and proposals for fund raising
Ensure visibility of AMREF’s and donor visibility work at local levels.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate should be a team player.

He/she must have at least a degree in Environmental Health/Public Health or related field.

Hands-on skills in planning and coordination of project activities.

Good practical knowledge in the following computer programmes - Ms Office, Ms Word and Excel.

Good knowledge and experience in school health promotion and research.

Demonstrated success in financial planning and budgeting, project monitoring, documentation and reporting.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and development-oriented professionals.

If you meet the qualifications specified above, send your application letter that includes remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees and a detailed CV to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya, by email - recruitment@amref.org

Please quote the position in the subject matter.

The closing date for submitting applications is February 3rd, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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

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AMREF Project Driver Job in Kisumu Kenya - Western School Health Project

Western School Health Project

Funded by GIZ and will be implementing the Comprehensive School Health Programme in four districts: Bondo and Gucha in Nyanza province, Vihiga and Butere in Western province.

The goal of the project is to enhance the quality of health in schools and communities by creating a healthy and child friendly environment for teaching, learning and development.

Purpose of Job:-

To provide safe and reliable transportation to staff within various project sites.

Key Responsibilities:-

Driving AMREF vehicles for all official duties while ensuring timeliness and safety. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness of the vehicles in custody.
Ensuring the vehicles assigned is well serviced and maintained as required. Maintaining up-to-date and accurate records of the vehicles work tickets. Safeguarding all the contents in the vehicles.
Reporting any accidents/incidents involving the vehicles in custody.

Qualifications and Competencies:-

The ideal candidate should be a team player with at least three (3) years experience in driving with a clean driving license and a certificate of good conduct.

Basic Mechanical and First Aid certificate/training are essential.

Must have a minimum of ‘O’ level education.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and Kiswahili.

Remarkable interpersonal skills, flexibility and ability to work under minimal supervision.

High level of honesty, integrity, confidentiality and willing to work odd hours when required.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and development-oriented professionals.

If you meet the qualifications specified above, send your application letter that includes remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees and a detailed CV to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya, by email - recruitment@amref.org

Please quote the position in the subject matter.

The closing date for submitting applications is February 3rd, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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

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AMREF Office Assistants Jobs in Kakamega and Kisumu Kenya - Western School Health Project

Western School Health Project

Funded by GIZ and will be implementing the Comprehensive School Health Programme in four districts: Bondo and Gucha in Nyanza province, Vihiga and Butere in Western province.

The goal of the project is to enhance the quality of health in schools and communities by creating a healthy and child friendly environment for teaching, learning and development.


Report to the Project Manager and will be stationed in Kakamega and Kisumu

Purpose of Job:-

To provide general office support to the project.

Key Responsibilities:-

Maintain a good filing system for the project and carry out basic documentation including typing, photocopying and collating as required.
Support in registration, data entry and updates to relevant offices. Sort and distribute mail.
Provide office support in work processes that are relevant to the project including retrieval of files etc.
Carry out office errands such as serving tea, photocopying etc. Undertake any assigned cleaning duties.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

The ideal candidate should be a team player

Minimum of ‘O’ level education.

Certificate in basic computer applications.

Exposure to general office support functions and knowledge of modern office procedures. Must have a minimum of six (6) months experience in a busy office, preferably in an NGO. Should be mature, organized, honest and of high integrity. Additionally, he/she must be able to maintain confidentiality, have initiative, be responsible and can work with minimal supervision.

These are challenging opportunities for dedicated and development-oriented professionals.

If you meet the qualifications specified above, send your application letter that includes remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees and a detailed CV to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya, by email - recruitment@amref.org

Please quote the position in the subject matter.

The closing date for submitting applications is February 3rd, 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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

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Exciting Career Opportunity in Finance and Administration in Rwanda

NFT Consult Ltd is a Human Resource Management firm offering a variety of services with emphasis on Recruitment, Staff Outsourcing, Training and Personnel Development.

Our client, a regional, donor funded, not-for-profit organisation whose objective is to support regional trade and economic integration in East Africa, is seeking to recruit a results-driven and motivated Rwandan national for the vacancy below:

Position: Finance and Administration Officer

Reporting to: Country Director

Job Objective: Provide comprehensive finance and administrative support to the Rwanda Country Office.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare financial reports.
Coordinate the procurement of office supplies.
Coordinate meetings, workshops, staff functions and travel.
Office book keeping functions including petty cash and bank reconciliations.
Supervise the Administration Assistant, Driver and Office Assistant.
Support the Country Director and programme staff in programme implementation.
Manage the Country Director’s diary and schedules.

Qualifications and Skills

Degree in Social Sciences, Communication, Business Administration or a related field.
A minimum of 3 years experience in finance and office management.
Should be proficient in budgeting, variance reporting, bank reconciliation and cash management.
Should have strong organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure amidst competing demands.
Computer proficiency especially in MS Office applications and the ability to learn new applications quickly are essential.
Fluent in written and spoken French and English.

How to Apply

The position is available on an initial 3-year contract with an attractive salary and benefit package, and is based in Kigali with occasional travel around East Africa.

Applications should be in English including a detailed curriculum vitae detailing your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three
referees, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contact and should be addressed to the

General Manager
NFT Consult,
Plot 8721, Golf Course Road,
Nyarutarama, Kigali, Rwanda
P.O. Box 5595

and then sent electronically to tajobs@nftconsult.com (Ensure you indicate the Job Title i.e. ‘Finance and Administration Officer’ in your subject line; only MS word applications or PDF files will be considered).

Visit our offices or log onto www.nftconsult for queries.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for submission: Friday 3rd February 2012 by 5.00pm East African time.

Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted.

Interviews will be conducted in English and will be held in Kigali, Rwanda.

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RwandAir Director Flight Operations Job in Kigali Rwanda

Background: RwandAir is the Rwanda National Carrier.

As it continues to reposition, consolidate and expand, a number of opportunities continue to be available for immediate recruitment.

We are looking for exceptional people to work for an exceptionally demanding organization.

Desired candidate will be results-driven, be service-focused, a team player, an effective communicator with well-honed negotiation skills, a strategic thinker with adequate attention to detail, of unquestionable honesty and integrity, be technologically aware and have an exceptional interpersonal skills.

It is on this basis that Rwandair wishes to recruit Director Flight Operations that will assist the organization to achieve its objectives.

Post Title: Director Flight Operations

Department: Operations

Section: Ground Operations Quality Assurance

Unit: Ramp Quality Assurance

Location: Kigali

Main Working Relationships

Directly responsible to: General Manager- Operations)
Supervision of: Chief Pilot, Pilots, Training Manager, Fleet Manager, Flight Operations Staff
Functional relationships with: Other Senior Functional Managers
External: Rwanda CAA and all other regulatory bodies. All contracted service providers and product suppliers related or linked to aircraft operations

Duties and responsibilities

The following are duties and responsibilities:

to ensure safe operation of company aircrafts,
to cooperate with the maintenance department ensuring that the technical status of the company airplanes is kept on a high level,
to ensure that all crew members are familiar with the laws, regulations and procedures pertinent to the performance of their duties,
to coordinate and supervise the divisions below him, as depicted on the company organization chart, to determine all flight operational standards and practices, and to ensure their compliance with all relevant national and international regulations and with the provisions of the AOC,
to cooperate, with all other company departments, in aiming for the highest possible degree of safety and for obtaining a satisfactory degree of punctuality, passenger comfort and economy,
to propose to the GM Operations, where necessary in cooperation with Flight Standards, the publishing of all required Operations Manual (i.e. OM Part A, B, C and D),
to call hearings when such an action seems appropriate,
to ensure the professional standard of the company’s flight crew, and to establish improvements in standards, procedures and training, to determine the usability of aerodromes for company operations, to determine restrictions for their use and to lay down the appropriate aerodrome operating minima,
to determine the usability of areas and airways to be utilized for the company’s flight operations, and to establish minimum flight altitudes,
to ensure that operations are only conducted along such routes and within such areas for which - ground facilities and services, including met services are provided which are adequate for the planned operation,
the performance of the airplane to be used is adequate to comply with minimum flight altitude requirements,
the equipment of the airplane to be used meets the requirements for the planned operation,
current maps/charts are available,
(in the case of twin-engine airplanes) the limitations of ETOPS are met,
to keep himself up-to-date on equipment developments and on flight operational procedures,
to coordinate and supervise the Chief Pilot,
to cooperate with the Flight Training Department and Chief Pilot in order to evaluate failures experienced during checking and training,
to ensure the professional standard of company personnel,
to take action involving reports filed by flight crew,
to publish directives to personnel as appropriate,
to take safety measures as seen appropriate,
to take disciplinary action in case of misconduct or misbehavior, violation of company procedures and/or regulations,
to set the requirements and standards of the employment of flight and cabin crew.

You have the right:

to select, conduct pilot interviews on behalf of the management members of the subordinate functions, respecting the veto-right of the GMO,
to suspend subordinates from their duties, functions and rights where this seems necessary for a safe conduct of flight operations or for disciplinary sanctions,
to approve procedures valid for subordinate functions,
to approve the conduct of flights or series of flights concerning safety or flight operational,
to prohibit flights or series of flights or to suspend flight operations for safety reasons.

Qualifications

A university degree in air safety management or any other related fields
At least more than 10 years of experience as a pilot,
IOSA Certified Auditor
Experience in airline safety
Management experience,
Having occupied the same position in other airlines is an added advantage.

The deadline for submitting application documents is 31st January 2012 at 4pm local time at the front desk of our head office located at Kigali International Airport, top floor building.

The Senior Manager Human Resources;
RwandAir
Kigali International Airport
P.O. Box 7275 Kigali -Rwanda

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: RwandAir is an equal opportunity employer

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The Nielsen Company Finance Director (Sub Sahara Africa and South Africa) Job in Kenya

Do you want to be part of one of the biggest growth stories in Africa?

Finance Director, Sub Sahara Africa and South Africa

Our client, The Nielsen Company, is the world’s leading provider of marketing information, audience measurement, and business media products and services, working globally and locally with the likes of Unilever, Coca Cola, Nestle, Nokia and Proctor & Gamble as well as Time Warner and Universal Studios. Headquartered in New York, USA, Nielsen has nearly 34,000 associates and operates in more than 100 countries around the world.

The Company seeks to strengthen its leadership team by recruiting an innovative, experienced and results-driven finance business partner for Sub Sahara Africa and South Africa who will be based in Nairobi. Nielsen’s business in Africa spans over 16 countries in East, West and Central Africa and is looking to expand to an additional 20 countries in 2012.

The individual will manage the full spectrum of the finance functions across the regions including developing and executing a financial strategy to support the company’s business growth; controllership; financial planning; and will be required to build a strong talented finance team.

The successful candidate will be a key member of the senior management team for Sub Sahara Africa and South Africa and will play a key role in driving the success of Nielsen’s business in Africa.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the finance strategy, provide leadership, risk management and financial advise with regard to business performance, and ensure action plans are in place to meet business commitments;
Provide strategic advice to support business initiatives and projects and assist in the execution of business strategies;
Drive consistent improvements in financial processes and routines and ensure effective management of costs across the business;
Accountable for all internal finance processes, controllership, owning the complete balance sheet, filing and reporting requirements within the regions;
Develop local finance talent and pipeline plans, coach teams and ensure value add integration within Nielsen;
Ensure timely and accurate reporting monthly, quarterly and annually on costs/revenue by cost centre and ensure regular updating of forecasts in light of changes in costs and revenue;
Ensure timely submission of annual tax return to tax authorities within the regions and annual filing of company records with the Registrar of Companies where applicable;
Negotiate contracts on behalf of the Company; serving as Public Officer of the Company in Income Tax matters and as Company Secretary for statutory matters; and acting as Principal Officer and Employer-nominated Trustee on the Company’s Pension and Provident Funds; and
Lead the annual Budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning through medium term plan.Act as Business Partner to the Country Managers and other Operational Directors in aspects of proper reporting, adherence to Budgets and ensure adherence to Global Policies and practises.

Required skills and experience

Minimum of an undergraduate degree with professional qualifications in accounting and/or financial management. Possession of an MBA or relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage;
A minimum of 10 years financial management experience, 3-4 of which must be at senior management/director level and preferably in a multi-national organization in the services sector;
Strong leadership skills and ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels, within managerial/ leadership and non-managerial employee groups;
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills;
Excellent analytical skills - ability to link financial results to operational performance drivers and provide value add insights to the business; and
Working experience with SAP/Hyperion and strong excel skills will be an added advantage.

If you believe your career aspirations match the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to ess.ke@ke.pwc.com by close of business Friday 3 February 2012, quoting reference number ESS 463.

Please provide your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates.

Include day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Customer Service / Sales Staff, Secretary / PA, Accounts Assistant, HR Assistant and Receptionist / Administration Assistant Jobs in Kenya

1. Customer Service Staff /Sales Staff

Objective of role

Help to maximise sales for the store and across wider channels

Provide first class customer experience

Grow personally and professionally as part of a dynamic business

Responsibilities

Greet, assist and sell to customers
Operate till and handle financial transactions
Merchandise and replenish stock as directed
Assist with deliveries and stock handling as directed
Undertake cleaning and housekeeping duties
Continually develop an understanding of the company’s culture, products, ethical initiatives, other areas of business, and reflect this in everyday performance
Take responsibility for personal development and actively seek opportunities for improvement

Experience Required

No experience is needed if the enthusiasm, aptitude and proven desire to learn can be demonstrated
Experience in a retail environment with a quality brand is desirable
Experience in a customer service role with face-to-face customer contact may also be beneficial

Skills/Knowledge Required

Ability to initiate contact and communication
Confident, articulate and accurate spoken English
Ability to work hard and smart
Ability to adapt to frequent change and a high pressure environment

2. Personal Assistant (PA) / Secretary

Personal assistants (PAs) to act as their manager's first point of contact with people from both inside and outside the organisation.

Typical work activities include:

deputising for the manager, making decisions and delegating work to others in the manager's absence;
devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing;
arranging travel and accommodation and, occasionally, travelling with the manager to take notes or dictation at meetings or to provide general assistance during presentations;
screening telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority;
organising and maintaining diaries and making appointments;
dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of their manager;
taking dictation and minutes;
carrying out background research and presenting findings;
producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
organising and attending meetings and ensuring their manager is well-prepared for meetings;
liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff.

The scope of the PA's role can be extensive and additional duties may include:

carrying out specific projects and research;
responsibility for accounts and budgets;
taking on some of the manager's responsibilities and working more closely with management;
being involved in decision-making processes.

Experience Required:

Relevant Degree
Minimum of 2 years Experience in a similar role.

3. Accounts Assistant

Responsibilities

Maintain Purchase Ledger
Maintain Cash Books accounting
Maintain and control petty cash disbursement.
Receive and check suppliers invoices and post to the Purchase ledger
Effect payments to suppliers as per credit arrangements.
Reconcile creditors monthly statements to purchase ledger balances.
Write all cheque payments and post to cash book
Effect payments of PAYE and other statutory deductions and file all required returns with Authorities.
Prepare other financial reports as required by Management from time to time.

Education & Experience

Min "O" Level with Grade C+ (C in Maths and English)
Professional: CPA 1 or equivalent
Experience: 2 years minimum working experience in a similar role

4. HR Assistant

Responsibilities

recruiting and staffing logistics;
performance management and improvement tracking systems;
employee orientation, development, and training logistics and recordkeeping;
assisting with employee relations;
company employee communication;
compensation and benefits administration and recordkeeping;
employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health reporting; and
employee services;
maintaining employee files and the HR filing system;
assisting with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office
PAYE and NHIS / NSSF

Education and Experience

High School Mean Grade C (Required)
College Diploma / HR / Admin (Desired)

5. Receptionist / Administration Assistant

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities;

answer telephone, screen and direct calls
take and relay messages
provide information to callers
greet persons entering organization
direct persons to correct destination
deal with queries from the public and customers
ensures knowledge of staff movements in and out of organization
general administrative and clerical support
prepare letters and documents
receive and sort mail and deliveries
schedule appointments
maintain appointment diary either manually or electronically
organize meetings
tidy and maintain the reception area

Education and Experience

High School Mean Grade C (Required)
College Diploma / Secretarial / Admin (Desired)
knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
knowledge of computers and relevant software applications
knowledge of customer service principles and practices
keyboard skills

Key Competencies

verbal and written communication skills
professional personal presentation
customer service orientation
information management
organizing and planning
attention to detail
initiative
reliability
stress tolerance

Interested candidates are requested to send all CVs and a covering letter indicating which position is being applied for to : jobhuntkenya@gmail.com.

Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted for an interview.a

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Sales Accounts Manager Job Vacancy

Position: Sales Accounts Manager

Department: Sales and Marketing

Duties and Responsibilities:

Gaining a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements;
Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale;
Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person, and via telephone calls and emails;
Arranging meetings with potential customers while prospecting for new business;
Acting as a contact between the company and its existing and potential markets;
Negotiating on price and costs, delivery and specifications with buyers and managers;
Challenging any objections with a view to getting the customer to buy;
Recording sales and order information and sending copies to the accounts office;
Reviewing your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets;
Gathering market and customer information; Feeding future buying trends back to employers;
Attending team meetings and sharing best practice with colleagues.
Daily tracking of sales.
Submission of weekly sales report
Maintaining quality presentation features that include skills, personal grooming and accuracy in documentation

EAIEC Projects

EAIEC conferences and exhibitions.
Event management services for clients, including exhibition construction.
Training courses & related services, including in-house training and consulting services.
Other activities added to the company’s business strategy by the management team.

Attributes

Must be personable with an easy going attitude with clients and
Be an outstanding communicator with good interpersonal skills.
Computer skills are essential.
Should have a passion for selling with good negotiation skills with the ability to identify opportunities and new initiatives.
Be an excellent team player
Be accountable, responsible and go-getter.

Qualifications

Minimum diploma in marketing
Must have worked in a similar position for at least 2 years
Age minimum 25 years.
Aggressive and presentable
Good communication skills
Outgoing and pleasing personality
Good presentation skills
Good interpersonal skills
Good convincing power.

Interested candidates can send their resume to recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

Indicate on the subject line Sales Accounts Manager

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Sales and Marketing Executive Job Vacancy

Due to first and sustainable growth our client, dealing with hospitality toiletries requires a suitable candidates to fill in the following position.

Title: Sales and Marketing Executive

Reports to: Sales and Marketing manager

Job purpose: To plan and carry out direct and indirect marketing and sales activities, so as to maintain and develop sales of our product range in Kenya and its environment, in accordance with agreed business plans.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Maintain and develop a computerized customer and prospect database.
Plan and carry out direct marketing activities (principally direct mail) to agreed budgets, sales volumes, values, product mix and timescales.
Develop ideas and create offers for direct mail and marketing to major accounts.
Respond to and follow up sales enquiries by post, telephone, and personal visits.
Maintain and develop existing and new customers through planned individual account support, and liaison with internal order-processing staff.
Monitor and report on activities and provide relevant management information.
Carry out market research, competitor and customer surveys.
Maintain and report on equipment and software suitability for direct marketing and sales reporting purposes.
Liaise and attend meetings with other company functions necessary to perform duties and aid business and organizational development.
Manage the external marketing agency activities of telemarketing and research.
Attend training and to develop relevant knowledge and skills.

Qualification

Have strong communications skills both oral and written
Must be self driven and able to meet deadlines
High level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and a “can do” attitude
Minimum age of 30 years
A minimum of a professional diploma in marketing, a degree in the same field will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 3 years experience in marketing.

To apply for the above position, please contact us through the following e-mail: recruitment@workforceassociates.net.

On the subject line indicate SALES AND MARKETING EXECUTIVE.

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