World Vision Africa Water Engineers Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Water Engineers - 11 positions

Country: Kenya

Location: Field Based

Closing Date: January 05 2011

Purpose of the Position:

The position supports the IPA Manager to successfully implement and supervise community based water supply, sanitation and Hygiene interventions to contribute to child wellbeing outcomes.

Specifically the Water Engineer will guide and supervise implementation of WASH projects in the IPA, support development of staff and community capacity building in WASH, participate in mobilization of WASH resources and ensure implementation is done in close collaboration with WV Kenya staff, the local community, the Kenyan government and other relevant agencies.

In order to successfully do so, the Water Engineer must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.

Major Responsibilities:

* Provide support in implementation of Water and sanitation and Hygiene projects to ensure quality, effectiveness and timely implementation. Develop, monitor and evaluate Water, Sanitation and hygiene project indicators and standards for use by IPAs.
* Co-ordinate and network with the Government, Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation, Community Based Organizations and NGOs and other relevant departments working in the District in providing technical support and assistance to all Water, Sanitation and Hygiene projects Develop timely and accurate funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration with IPA Manager, other sector specialists and EDR Group.
* Supervise the construction and rehabilitation of water supplies, sanitation and hygiene interventions in strict adherence to the Kenya government regulations, WHO and the SPHERE standards Capacity building of staff and communities in programming and implementation of WASH projects.
* Promote advocacy on Water, sanitation and Hygiene issues.
* Develop monthly, quarterly, semi- annual and end of projects reports on Water and Sanitation and hygiene and ensure that the reports are prepared in a timely manner and in accordance with donors and WV Kenya requirements.
* Support preparation and conducting training for water Users Associations to empower them to run their own water supply systems on a sustainable basis
* Support preparation and conducting hygiene and sanitation promotion training sessions
* Monitor project budget ensuring fund accountability as per WV standards and donor regulations;
* Prepare and review all contracts to be awarded to vendors of goods and services related to water and sanitation project
* Prepare TORs for project’s surveys, evaluation and review evaluation reports Lead assessments and proposal development for marketing to get additional funds for water supply, sanitation and hygiene interventions
* Supervise and guide all the project staff under him/her who may include water technicians, sanitation and hygiene staff, drivers etc
* Document and disseminate best practices on Water, sanitation and Hygiene projects in the IPA Participate in Water and Sanitation and Hygiene coordination and other meetings in field level as may be required.
* Any other relevant responsibility as may be assigned by the IPA manager or other relating supervisors

Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience:

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

* Degree/ Diploma in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or a related field.
* A minimum of Three or Ten years proven experience for degree or Diploma holder respectively in working/programming in either relief or development including managing a large scale Community based water project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects
* Experience in project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management.
* Experience in supervising, training, and coaching staff Good understanding of SPHERE and other international standards.
* Knowledge of MS Office, Lotus Notes and statistical program (e.g. SPSS).
* Ability to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH activities Proposal/concept paper writing skills for fund raising.

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than January 5, 2011.

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

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line the position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

World Vision Africa Sanitation and Hygiene (S&H) Officers Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Sanitation and Hygiene (S&H) Officers - 11 positions

Country: Kenya

Location: Field Based

Closing Date: January 05 2011

Purpose of the Position:

The position supports the Water Engineer to successfully implement Integrated Development Area Sanitation and Hygiene (S&H) activities and Interventions to contribute to child wellbeing outcomes.

Specifically the Sanitation and Hygiene Officer will guide and supervise implementation of S&H projects in IPA, support development of staff and community capacity building in S&H, participate in mobilization of S&H resources and ensure implementation is done in close collaboration with WV Kenya staff, the local community, the Kenyan government and other relevant agencies.

In order to successfully do so, the S&H Officer must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.

Major Responsibilities:

* Provide support in community mobilization towards projects implementation within the IPA
* Liaise with the village health committees in mobilizing the communities towards their participation and contribution toward the project goals and ensuring the same is achieved.
* Undertake awareness campaigns and carry out participatory training of stakeholders such as Water and Sanitation committees/communities/village health promoters in health aspects, hygiene and environmental sanitation
* Identify and implement viable sanitation and Hygiene promotion technological options within the IPA
* Develop detailed implementation plans and monitor implementation of Sanitation and hygiene project activities in the IPA.
* Provide support in implementation of Sanitation and Hygiene projects to ensure quality, effectiveness and timely implementation.
* Prepare training reports for all sanitation and hygiene meetings, seminars and workshops in the community.
* Prepare reports and submit to relevant staff all community contributions either in materials, cash form etc or estimate their local monetary value.
* Collaborate with Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and other relevant departments in implementing the S&H activities
* Liaise with consultants and government line ministries in providing relevant S&H technical advice to Water Engineer and Community
* Preparation of bills of quantities for projects e.g VIP latrines and pre - cast sanitation slabs
* Participate in development of timely and accurate funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration with IPA technical staff and other sector specialists in WVK
* Capacity building of staff and communities in programming and implementation of S&H activities.
* Promote advocacy on sanitation and Hygiene issues within the programme area.
* Develop monthly, quarterly, semi- annual and end of projects reports on Sanitation & hygiene and ensure that the reports are prepared in a timely manner and in accordance with WV Kenya and Donor requirements.
* Document and disseminate best practices on sanitation & hygiene projects.
* Participate in Sanitation and Hygiene coordination and other meetings as may be required in the programme area.
* Liaison with provincial administrations/AACs in identification of projects
* Any other relevant responsibility as may be assigned by the IPA leadership or other relating supervisors

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience:

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

* Diploma /Degree in Public/Environmental/Community Health or a related field.
* A minimum of five years (Diploma) and Two years (Degree level) experience in working/programming in either relief or development including managing community based S&H projects with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects
* Experience in project design, proposal writing, needs assessments, surveys, and information management.
* Experience in supervising, training, and coaching staff
* Good understanding of SPHERE and other international standards.
* Knowledge of MS Office and Lotus Notes as an added advantage
* Ability to conduct community S&H needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of S&H activities

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than January 5, 2011.

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

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line the position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

World Vision Africa Administrative Assistant Job in Kenya

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: January 05 2011

Purpose of the Position:

Provide Administrative assistance to the Director and all the other members of staff within WASH unit by managing their scheduled activities. In order to successfully do so, the Administrative Assistant must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.

Major Responsibilities:

Provision of direct assistance to

1) The WASH Project Director:

* Note and follow up urgent issues for necessary action by the director
* Manage appointments/engagements and advise accordingly
* Manage in-coming & out-going telephone calls

2) Other WASH team:

* Follow up on leave schedules and remind staff accordingly
* Support staff secure venues for their planed workshops/meetings
* Provide stationery
* Follow up to ensure timely submission of Appraisal/Performance Agreement
* Facilitate travel through booking tickets for them and ensuring they have all the necessary documents
* Make monthly contact with WASH Unit Leadership to ensure that reports are prepared in time for compilation and onward submission to the Deputy National Director’s Office
* Ensure that staff prepare their Labor Distribution Reports (LDRs) on monthly basis
* Training and Workshop preparations – provision of training/workshop materials
* Transport facilitation to and from meetings and workshops
* Organize air travels
* In consultation with the WASH Project Director and P&C team ensure Contracts are renewed
* Support staff especially the new ones have medical insurance
* In collaboration with the Liaison Officers, ensure that WASH vehicles are serviced, cleaned and all the necessary insurances are affixed on time.
* Ensure that vehicle management reports are written on time and submitted to the Fleet Coordinator.
* Ensure that WASH vehicles are not misused through keeping vehicle movement records
* Work with the Liaison Officers to ensure that all staff in WASH are facilitated with transport requirements

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience:

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

* Must have a university degree or equivalent diploma in business administration or social sciences
* A high level of organization and management skills, at least two years experience in running a department of this -type, preferably in World Vision.
* Must have a thorough knowledge of support services systems, including planning and monitoring/evaluation, staff training and some IT Knowledge
* Must be aware and functional in a cross-cultural environment and be a good team leader
* Good oral, written communication skills and inter-personal skills.

Job Details

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than January 5, 2011.

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

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line the position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

World Vision Africa Program Enhancement Officer Job in Nakuru Kenya

Job Title: Program Enhancement Officer

Country: Kenya

Location: Nakuru

Closing Date: January 05 2011

Purpose of the Position:

To effectively lead and coordinate the respective Sub Branch DME operations in order to:

1) promote learning;

2) provide guidelines and standards for the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all Sub branch based program interventions and;

3) ensure compliance with relevant norms and policies. He/she will work closely with IMQ DME and Program Enhancement Coordinator at the branch.

In order to successfully do so, Program Enhancement Officer must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.

Major Responsibilities:

* Lead the successful roll out and implementation of all DME related initiatives such as LEAP/TDI/ STEP/PMIS/IPM/CHARMS/HAP/SPHERE at the IPA and Sub Branch operational levels;
* Coordinate and support the implementation of IPA level community capacity building initiatives that ensure local participation and project ownership;
* Ensure that Program Enhancement related activities regarding measurements, design, redesign, monitoring, evaluations and other DME interventions are successfully implemented and that relevant learning is documented, disseminated to staff and used to inform future DME guidelines and decisions;
* Lead monitoring efforts at the Sub branch level to ensure full compliance with partnership and international standards for learning and improvement to ensure that IPA staff meet or exceed the required standards;
* Ensure the implementation and use of quality program monitoring framework (tools and processes) and reporting, formats and proposal review systems for the Sub Branch;
* Promote an enhanced culture of learning and discipline in the skills and practice of LEAP/DME throughout WVK’s three track ministry in the Sub Branch;
* Provide support to IMQ(Program Enhancement unit) to establish, coordinate and/or consolidate the necessary systems, procedures and support services required to achieve or surpass performance targets in relation to the program ministry standards;
* Lead capacity building initiatives for Sub Branch staff which generate learning for higher quality programming, and which lead to measurable and sustainable development.
* Ensure the appropriate use of information management systems for all Sub branch programs and projects in order to enhance and inform design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation activities;
* Facilitate integrated designs and redesigns and thereafter follow up on their approval and or agreements
* Lead efforts towards assessment and establishment of new projects and programmes in the sub branch
* Establish a comprehensive and an updated data base for all projects and programmes in the sub branch
* Facilitate implementation of key community capacity building promising practices and best practices to contribute to other sectoral efforts aimed at transformational development at IPA level.
* Coordinate the preparation, review and posting of all program/project reports in the sub branches
* Maintain links with other organizations for collaboration, networking, resource sharing, materials development, and learning activities.
* Provide guidance in planning and budgeting for STEP processes
* Provide training and coaching for quality assurance in STEP processes
* Provide technical support in analysis and interpretation
* Provide quality check in utilization of STEP generated information

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience:

* The holder of this position must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a relevant field from a recognized University preferably program management or economics related studies.
* They must have a minimum of 5 years experience with regards to the designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development, relief and/or advocacy projects;
* They must have both an extensive conceptual understanding of and demonstrated practical command for implementing program design, management and evaluation principles;
* The holder of this position must be a results orientated leader who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and;
* He /she must also have ample experience in public relations and be a strong team player.

Job Details

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, one of whom must be a church leader/priest/pastor, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than January 5, 2011.

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

Please indicate clearly on the envelope or on the subject line the position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

BAT Brand Executive Job in Nairobi Kenya

Reference Number: wo/ECA/MRKT/20-12-10/01

Job Title: Brand Executive

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reporting to: Brand Manager

Requisition Number: 1

Response Deadline: 7/1/2011

Requirement Overview:

* Assist brand manager in the development and implementation of brand marketing strategies in order to maximise brand potential;
* Execute brand operational plans and guidelines covering packaging, product, consumer engagement and pricing in line with brand objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

* Contribute to formulation of brand objectives and strategies in agreement with the Regional Brand Guidelines and in consultation with the Brand Management team.
* Development and management of packaging and product initiatives and all elements relating to the brands Consumer Engagement platform in accordance with the budget, timing and overall Company objectives.
* Provide recommendations to Brand Manager based on the market research findings to optimise brand performance in line with company marketing objectives

Skills & Experience:

* 3 years experience in Brand marketing at other FMCG companies or world class communication agency or experience in Trade Marketing role, demonstrating a thorough understanding and knowledge of Consumer and Trade marketing functional competencies.
* Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
* Excellent planning and organizational skills
* Budget management
* Must be fluent in English and ability to speak French is an added advantage.
* Computer literacy & Strong analytical skills as well as strategic thinking abilities

Education:

* Degree in any Business Related Field
* Professional qualification in Marketing an added advantage

Equity statement:

* British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer

General:

The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate

How to apply

Visit www.batecacareers.com to apply online

BAT Demand Planning Executive Job in Nairobi Kenya

Reference Number: wo/ECA/MRKT/20-12-10/02

Job Title: Demand Planning Executive

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reporting to: Head of Trade

Requisition Number: 1

Response Deadline: 7/1/2011

Requirement Overview:

The Demand Planning Executive acts as a key link between the Above Market Team & the End Markets. Working closely with other members of the Marketing Team, the job holder plays a key role in monitoring and reporting on the successful application of marketing strategies and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

* Market insights & marketing research is translated into accurate & scientific forecasts that forms the keystone of an effective integrated business planning cycle
* To contribute to the strategic planning process through the delivery of accurate & realistic long-term forecasts
* To provide tactical and strategic counsel & insight to the Marketing Leadership Team & TM&D organisation to support effective business decision making
* To support end-markets and TM&D in the development of information systems & -protocols to ensure intelligence dissemination throughout the organisation
* To track & report on marketing performance
* Able to execute an integrated marketing information system, accurate & timely delivery of marketing forecasts, reporting on business performance indicators

Skills & Experience:

* Minimum of two years Marketing Insights experience in a leading FMCG company.
* Highly IT literate, and versed in specialist statistical analytical packages.
* In depth working knowledge of advanced statistical and forecasting techniques. A basic understanding of both short and long term forecasting processes is also required.
* An understanding of supply chain management will be an added advantage.
* Must be fluent in English and ability to speak French is an added advantage.

Education:

* Degree in Statistics, Economics or any Business Related Field
* Professional qualification in Marketing an added advantage

Equity statement:

* British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer

General:

The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate.

How to apply

Visit www.batecacareers.com to apply online

BAT National Sales & Distribution Manager, Somaliland Job Vacancy

Reference Number: wo/ECA/MRKT/22-11-10/01

Job Title: National Sales & Distribution Manager, Somaliland

Location: Somaliland

Reporting to: Trade Marketing & Distribution Manager

Requisition Number: 1

Response Deadline: 31/1/2011

Key Responsibilities:

* Ensure accurate implementation of all trade marketing and distribution activities;
* Provide market information to the Trade & Marketing Distribution Manager;
* Assist in the management of trade partners;
* Ensure delivery of trade marketing and distribution objectives

Skills & Experience:

* 3 - 5 years relevant FMCG experience.
* Experience in people supervision (including coaching and team leadership skills)
* Understanding of product, demand, and supply chain management
* Understanding Trade Marketing & Distribution operations across all channels
* Supply Chain Knowledge

Education:

* Bachelors Degree in any business-related field

Equity statement:

* British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer

General:

The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate.