Ministry of Regional Development Authorities Consultancy Services for Regional Development Authorities Resource Mobilization Strategy

Republic of Kenya
Ministry of Regional Development Authorities

Expression of Interest for Provision of Consultancy Services for Regional Development Authorities Resource Mobilization Strategy

Contract No: MRD/03/2010-11

The Ministry of Regional Development Authorities (MoRDA) intends to develop a resource mobilization strategy for the 6 Regional Development Authorities, namely Lake Basin (LBDA), Kerio Valley (KVDA), Ewaso Ng’iro South (ENSDA), Tana & Athi River (TARDA), Ewaso Ng’iro North (ENNDA) and Coast (CDA) Development Authorities. This will enable the RDAs to mobilize resources for implementation of projects/programmes and the initiation of sustainable business ventures.

The RDAs mandate is to promote socio-economic development within the regions through initiation & implementation of integrated river basin based programmes & projects such as provision of energy, flood control, water supply for irrigation, livestock, domestic & industrial use, various socio-economic activities as well as environmental conservation among others.

The Ministry now invites consulting firms registered/incorporated in Kenya to indicate their interest in providing the above services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services.

The consulting firm must have undertaken similar works for development organizations in Eastern Africa and the team must be well-grounded in developing resource mobilization strategies with proven results.

Completed Expression of Interest, in plain sealed envelopes marked appropriately “Consultancy Services for Regional Development Authorities Resource Mobilization Strategy” Contract No. MRD/03/2010-11 should be delivered to the address below by the Thursday, 30th September 2010, at 10.00 a.m.

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Regional Development Authorities
P.O. Box 10280-00100
Nairobi

www@regional-dev.go.ke

Tel: +254-020-2724646 Fax: +254-020-2737693

OR be deposited in the Tender Box situated on 15th floor, NSSF Building-Block A, Eastern Wing.

The opening of the Expression of Interest will be done immediately thereafter in the conference room at the Ministry of Regional Development Authorities on 20th floor, NSSF Building-Block A, Eastern Wing and consultants representative who may wish to witness are invited.

Late Expression of Interest will not be accepted-

Head – Supply Chain Management

For: Permanent Secretary

Logistics and Admin Officer - Merlin South Sudan Vacancy Announcement

Position: Logistics and Admin officer

Line Manager: Project Coordinator - Boma

Responsible For: Boma Administration and Logistics

Location: Boma, Jonglei State, South Sudan

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 1 year (possible extension)

Salary: As per Merlin South Sudan salary scale but dependent on relevant experience. Plus a benefits package including accommodation, food, 3 return flights per annum.

Context

Merlin has been working in Southern Sudan since 1998 and has had a continuous presence in the country since 2004.

The goal of Merlin projects in South Sudan is to address the humanitarian health needs through supporting essential primary and referral level health care interventions, increasing capacity of local health structures to deliver effective and quality health care services.

In Boma, Jonglei State, Merlin is fully supporting a hospital and conducting outreach services to remote communities.

Responsibilities

Overall responsibilities

* Ensure effective management and implementation of logistics and administration functions in support of programme delivery in the Boma field project in line with Merlin Policies and Procedures

Specific duties responsibilities and accountabilities

Logistics

* Implement/maintain Merlin standard practices in all logistics procedures.
* Procure/order goods and services on behalf of Merlin following Merlin standard practises and keeping documentation to full audit trail standards, and provide advice/ negotiate contracts required by the program for goods and services.
* Plan and organise the Merlin transportation requirements, implement/maintain use of transportation management system for any Merlin owned or rented vehicles and planning best use of vehicles.
* Drive Merlin vehicles in accordance with Merlin driver rules and regulations when required
* Plan, organise and maintain any stores/warehouses containing Merlin stock, to Merlin standards, providing timely stock reports to Logs manager / PC
* Provide timely advice and technical support on logistics issues to other functions within the program.
* Ensure appropriate logistics support for effective operation of the hospital
* Support, train and develop national staff and volunteers.
* Liaise with local government and non-government agencies and collaborate with them as appropriate and requested by the project coordinator.
* Produce regular, timely and accurate reports according to Merlin standard for Merlin and for donors.

Lateral relationships

* Establish and ensure effective working relationships with the other staff members.
* Ensure effective working relationships with counterparts and leadership.

Financial Procedure Compliance

* Ensure that proper financial/procurement procedures and systems are followed and maintained for all activities in the field site.
* Ensure compliance with the financial policies and guidelines of Merlin.
* Monitor and ensure compliance with internal controls in Boma with the support of the Project Coordinator
* Ensure compliance with the financial and other requirements of donors

Administration

* Ensure that contractual commitments (e.g. for the rental of vehicles and/or premises) are accurately tracked.
* Ensure effective management of the office and living compound including management of staff, food supplies, security and power supplies
* Ensure that HR files are maintained and issues reported to the PC in a timely manner for action
* Ensure that travel and accommodation is booked for staff travelling to and from Boma
* Keep record of expiry dates of travel and work permits as well as passports of staff on international and regional contracts and ensure they are updated on time.

Security of Boma base

* To report incidents or accidents as they occur directly to the PC
* Support the PC in safety management and act as focal point in the absence of the PC
* Provision of sufficient and functioning communication equipment, including following communication policies and movement control
* Provision and management of sufficient number of day and night guards to protect Merlin offices, houses, stores and other Merlin property

Human Resources

* Manage the project logistics national staff team including recruitment, team building, and conducting appraisals.
* Assess the continuing training needs of the project logistics national staff and ensure training needs are appropriately met and within budget
* Ensure logistics team coordinates with other Merlin teams and the team attend regular staff meetings
* Manage the financial and administrative staff in Boma.
* Provide support, training and advice to staff as required

Programme

* To submit regular written and oral reports to the PC and the Logistics Coordinator
* To assist the PC and others in preparing proposals and donor reports

To undertake other tasks as requested by the PC to support the effective implementation of the projects

Skills Required

Essential

* Trade or Professional qualification (Diploma)
* Fluency in written and spoken English
* Minimum 5 years previous logistics and administration experience and procurement management (preferably with NGOs)
* Computer skills (Word for Windows, Excel, e-mail)
* Ability to work under stressful conditions in an isolated area
* Excellent interpersonal skills to enable effective teamwork
* Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with the local communities
* Ability to remain calm and to be diplomatic
* Experience in training or capacity building of staff
* Possess and international driving permit

Desirable:

* Mechanical skills
* Working experience in the region
* Advanced IT skills
* Motorcycle driving licence and off road riding experience

How to apply:

Applications should be e-mailed to hr.manager@merlin-southsudan.org and copied to hr.officer@merlin-southsudan.org or hand delivered at Merlin SS Country office located at Block 3K South Plot No.461, Tomping, Juba - Southern Sudan. Closing date for receipt of application will be 22ndSeptember 2010.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency of this position Merlin will short list continually and may interview and offer the position prior to the closing date.

Merlin South Sudan is an equal opportunities employer, and will not discriminate on the basis of tribe, gender, race, creed, religion, pregnancy and colour.

Finance / Administration Manager Job Vacancy

Ref. No. 03/2010

Our Client, a Regional Market Development Trust, implementing Market Development Programmes in Sub-Saharan Africa is implementing a new strategic direction and seeking to recruit a result oriented, dynamic and highly talented professional in the above exciting and challenging position:

Reporting to the Regional Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following;

Responsibilities:

* Budgeting and costing of programme activities.
* Statutory accounting
* Tax compliance with local laws
* Working capital/ Donor finance management
* Payroll administration
* Review and implementation of internal controls, and value added financial management reporting
* Proactively manage and consolidate the finance management function to the projects
* Formulation and implementation of company financial policies and regulations.
* Development and implementation of sound and effective accounting systems.
* Provide leadership and supervision of maintenance of proper accounting records.
* Effective management and control of funds allocated for various programmes
* Supervision, training and development of staff.
* Overseeing, supervising and managing all administrative functions of the organization.

Qualifications:

* MBA (Strategic Management) Bachelor of Commerce degree (accounting option) plus CPA III (K) or equivalent professional qualifications.
* Demonstrated financial management skills over a minimum period of three (3) years in a managerial position in a large organization
* Be conversant with computer based accounting and financial systems.
* Must be registered with ICPAK.
* Good knowledge of Investment Banking
* Ability to work well in a team environment and train others in financial management

All applicants in the above position need to be persons of unquestionable integrity and profess the Christian faith as the organization is founded on Christian values.

Interested? Send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 24th August 2010

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Security and Courier Company in Kenya Jobs

Want to make it big in a fast growing Security & Courier Company

We are a fast growing Security and Courier Company in Kenya. We pride ourselves in delivering customer solutions not just products. Our products are custom made and are synonymous with quality and value.

To support our growing business we now want wish to recruit suitable candidates for the following positions:

Operations Manager (1)

Reporting to the Director Operations and Administration, the purpose of this role will be to achieve and maintain operational efficiency within the Company.

The responsibilities include enhancing relationship with existing customers and supporting business growth through after sales service.

Key Responsibilities

* Leading operations in the company by evaluating customer needs, managing the planning process and ensuring smooth continuity of operations
* Managing Service delivery by setting service standards, ensuring compliance, reviewing processes and seeking feedback from customers and other stakeholders
* Minimization of exposures through Know Your Customer principle.
* Adherence to and application of established policies, processes, procedures to achieve optimal efficiency, compliance and cost containment

Competence required for this position

* Relationship Management Skills
* Good Interpersonal skills
* Strategic thinking
* Personal Motivation
* Good oral and written communication
* Fully conversant with the requirements of labour and related laws in Kenya
* Training and service in any of the Armed Forces or Police is an added advantage

Qualifications

* University Degree from a reputable institution
* At least 5 years successful operations experience in a Security or Service Industry 3 of which must have been in a supervisory or management position
* Practical experience in use of Microsoft Office packages
* Driving License

Finance & Strategy Manager (1)

Reporting to the Managing Director, the purpose of this role will be to provide leadership in overall financial strategy and planning process for the business.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare and manage the budgeting process, forecasting and implement reporting framework for all necessary KPIs
* Develop financial analysis and projections for new business ventures and advise management accordingly
* Initiate process improvement and implement change to achieve financial efficiency
* Manage treasury and working capital
* Undertake risk management and sound internal controls
* Lead, coach and inspire the finance team to achieve set goals and objectives
* Ensure tax compliance as well as manage internal and external audits
* Minimization of exposures through Know Your Customer principle
* Adherence to and application of established policies, processes, procedures to achieve optimal efficiency, compliance and cost containment

Competence required for this position

* Excellent inter-personal skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Strategic thinking
* Personal Motivation
* Good oral and written communication
* High degree of integrity and dependability

Qualifications

* University Degree from a reputable institution
* Certified Public Accountant(C PA-K) or equivalent
* At least 7 years successful work experience in a busy environment 3 of which must have been in a supervisory or management position
* Practical experience in use of Microsoft Office packages

Human Resource Manager (1)

Reporting to the Operations and Administration Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects related to Human Resource management.

Key Responsibilities

* Enforcement of Human Resource regulations
* Administration of staff contracts
* Recruitment and selection
* Preparation or annual human resource budgets
* Develop and implement training needs of the Organization in liaison with departmental heads

Competence required for this position

* Be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Strategic thinking
* Personal Motivation
* Good oral and written communication
* Conversant with labour and trade union matters
* High degree of integrity and dependability

Qualifications

* Be in possession of a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or Education from a recognised University
* A post graduate diploma in Human Resources Management will be an added advantage
* At least 6 years successful work experience
* Demonstrate proven experience in supervisory/management role in the area of Human Resource Management
* A member of the Institute of Human Resource Management of Kenya (IHRMK) or Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)
* Practical experience in use of Microsoft Office packages

Graduate Trainees (6)

* Successful applicants will join the management trainee programme which is one year
* They will receive exposure in various functions of the business; take up challenging assignments and participate in managing projects while formally receiving training
* Upon successful completion of the programme, trainees will be considered for substantive appointment within the company.

Requirements

* Applicants are invited from Individuals who graduated not more than 3 years ago in business related studies, with at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree from a reputable University
* They should have at least a B+ (or equivalent) in their KCSE

To apply, send your application letter and updated CV to Email: riley@wananchi.com

or

Director Operations and Administration,
P.O. Box 56152 00200
Nairobi

to reach us not later than 15th Sept. 2010

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

NGO Finance & Administration Officer Job Vacancy

Our client, a rapidly expanding small NGO is seeking an experienced Finance & Administration Officer.

Job responsibilities:

* Reconciliation of records and accounts
* Timely processing of payments
* Reconciliation of daily collections
* Conduct routine audits to check compliance to company business procedures and accounting policies
* Implement business process performance reports
* Design and implement controls around new business initiatives
* Continuously review adequacy of accounting controls in place
* Develop business process documents and guides for the use of various financial systems.

Qualifications:

* Minimum CPA part II.
* Must be a Kenyan national aged 25-35
* Proficiency in the use of MAC computers, all MS Office programs and Quick books.
* Must have demonstrated hands-on experience in finance and administration.
* Must have 5 years experience in both finance and office administration.

If you meet the above qualifications, please send your CV, CPA certificates and employment references to: angela.githinji@kimberly-ryan.net by 8th September 2010

Chemonics/Kenya Pharma Regional Manager Job Vacancy in Nairobi

Ref No: RM001

Position: Regional Manager

Location: Nairobi

Background

Chemonics/Kenya Pharma is a USAID funded project that seeks to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable pharmaceutical supply chain management system.

Its aims is to forecast, procure, store, and distribute drugs, supplies, and equipment needed for the care and treatment of persons with HIV/AIDS in Kenya.

Position description

The Regional Managers will be based in their assigned region and will oversee field agents in their respective regions. They will be responsible for providing field agents with continuous on the job coaching and support. Additionally, the regional managers will provide direct support to larger, key sites in their areas.

Regional Managers will report to the Field Operations Manager. It is a full-time position, currently anticipated to last for the duration of the contract.

Tasks

* Coach a team of field agents on every day job responsibilities including data collection and client management.
* The regional managers will also mentor the field agents on completion of paper based and electronic ordering forms.
* Monitor accuracy and timely submission of reports and orders and ensure adherence to deadlines.
* Conduct routine spot checks in the facilities in their assigned region to ensure that field agents are performing assigned duties well and submitting accurate data reports to eSCM.
* Back stop for field agents when they are off duty to avoid service interruption.
* Handle large programs requiring special focus in their region (AMPATH, KNH, WRP)
* Strengthen collaboration with key implementing partners and liaise with government structures in assigned region e.g. Provincial Health Management teams & District Health Management Teams (PHMT & DHMT), APHIA coordinators among other stakeholders, etc.
* Regional Managers will also identify areas that need further training for the field agents as a whole and work with the Field Operations Manager and Director of Program Support to plan these trainings.
* Develop monthly reports compiling the trip reports from their field agents regarding issues identified in their region of operation.

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences.
* 3-5 years experience working handling pharmaceutical products in Kenya
* Have solid working knowledge of ART in Kenya with 1 -2 years experience in managing ART commodities logistics.
* Good understanding of the health systems in Kenya especially government health facilities an added advantage. Established relationships with GoK and other partners working along the HIV commodity supply chain a plus.
* Experience in working with key organizations involved in HIV treatment and care will be an added advantage.
* Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training.
* Demonstrated ability to supervise and motivate a team to attain set objectives.
* Excellent written, oral communication and computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs).

Send CV and cover letter with three professional referees to recruit@kenyapharma.org not later than 3rd September 2010.

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