Monday, June 25, 2012

Laboratory and Allied Imports Clerk Job in Kenya

Imports Clerk

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of an Imports Clerk.

She/he will be reporting to the Managing Director.

Job Responsibilities And Duties
  • Responsible for arranging and completing all associated paperwork, and checking to ensure that all the documents on the nature of the goods being imported are legal and legitimate like import quotas, tariffs, trade agreements, revenue, corporate policies and import laws.
  • To check and confirm that all the goods received in the company against paperwork to ensure all goods ordered are accounted for.
  • Deal with quotes from prospective shippers and handle claims with insurance companies if any shipment problems happen to occur.
  • Provide efficient delivery logistics through data management by filling out import-documentation, compile carrier and route assignments, compute international fees for each shipment and keep track of shipment payments and quotas using automated systems that can identify shipments.
  • Collect data and register packages with government agencies.
  • Track shipments and communicate with clients about the package's progress.
  • Academic Qualification
  • Diploma holder in Business Administration.
  • Must have at least five years working experience as an import clerk.
Other Qualifications
  • They should have knowledge of customs documentation.
  • They must be familiar with the legal requirements, customs and policies regarding importing shipments
  • Good communication skills; both written and verbal.
  • Good numeric skills and administrative skills.
  • Must be familiar with computer software programmes e.g. Microsoft office, Excel etc.
Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email to hr@laballied.com.

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.

Construction Industry Project Manager Job in Naivasha Kenya

Project Manager
 
Role
 
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating the activities of consultants and contractors in a large mixed project in Naivasha involving both infrastructure and buildings. 
He will be deployed as the Principal Project Officer to be based on site and head office. He will report to the Managing Director for day-to-day matters and give periodic reports to the Board of the Company. 
The Project Manager will be employed on an initial contract of TWO years which will be renewed for a further period of TWO years upon a satisfactory report of performance.
 
Responsibilities
 
1. To track and report on the implementation plan for the project by various Contractors
 
2. To establish and run the Site-based Project Management office
 
3. Develop and implement project communication and reporting strategy and plans including communication formats and templates.
 
4. Effectively and constantly communicate project expectations to the Contractors
 
5. Report on Construction progress on an ongoing basis to the Board of Directors of the Company.
 
6. Brief the Managing Director on all matters relating to the project on a frequent and regular basis
 
7. Establish and present to the Board annual budgets for running the Project Management Office.
 
8. Report to the Board on needs for additional staff and make appropriate requisitions for recruitments if necessary during the project cycle.
 
9. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
 
10. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
 
11. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
 
12. Identify and promote to the Contractors project dependencies and critical paths.
 
13. Plan, schedule and promote project timelines and milestones to the Contractors using appropriate tools.
 
14. Track project milestones and deliverables and negotiate with the Contractors appropriate strategies for their achievement .
 
15. Develop and present progress and status reports.
 
16. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
 
17. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
 
18. Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work and roles.
 
19. Conduct activity post-mortems and create a recommendations in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
 
20. Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management and promote them to the Contractors and the Board.
Qualification Requirements

1. A University degree in Building Economics/Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Architecture or Civil Engineering
 
2. Post-graduate qualifications at Masters degree level or Qualifications and Certification as a Project Manager from a recognised body.
 
3. A minimum of 5 years direct work experience in a project management capacity including for a multi-billion project, including all aspects of project process development and execution.
 
4. Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project and Primavera
 
5. Demonstrated experience in personnel management.
 
6. Technically competent with various reporting software programs, such as Microsoft word and excel.
 
7. Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
 
8. Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analysis and reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
 
9. Flexible during times of change.
 
10. Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
 
11. Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
 
12. Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including the Board, contractors, and other stakeholders.
 
13. Ability to defuse tension among project teams, should it arise.
 
14. Strong written and oral communication skills.
 
15. Strong interpersonal skills.
 
16. Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
 
17. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
 
18. Ability to competently participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
 
Send CV to info@longonotgate.co.ke
 
Closing date: 29th June, 2012 – 12 noon.

Havas Media Senior Web Developer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Senior Web Developer
 
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

To provide leadership in the company in delivering web development ideas and implementation of projects. The leader will ensure that the projects running meet design and technical requirements of high industry standards.

The position also dictates that the senior web developer guides and instructs the web development team on a daily basis with scheduled status meetings and project plans.

The senior web developer should also be in direct communication with HMK clients guiding projects to the satisfaction of clients and the project plan.

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for Leading and Managing the web developers and assign projects to web developers with clear briefs and key performance indicators.
  • To manage the workload of the team by allocating resources appropriately to optimize service provision across the hours of operation
  • To manage, monitor and report on the team’s performance and demonstrate best practice in all aspects of professional web developing.
  • To monitor and manage the changing needs of the client, making recommendations for service delivery and implementing those improvements to the satisfaction of the client
  • To undertake induction, training and development of a web development team.
  • To liaise effectively with both internal teams and other departments of the HMK corporate family.
  • To ensure that the team follows the established procedures for each client request, including logging in all enquiries on daily timesheets or recommended 3rd party applications.
  • To prepare and analyze team reports on development, time taken and improvements to be made.  Share the reports on a timely manner meeting all deadlines with simplified reports.
  • To Audit calls of each developer and provide feedback on the Audits reviews.
  • To ensure that the development team adheres to the set daily schedules/Breaks including Leave schedules.
  • To participate in project management, planning and execution of client briefs and recommendations.
  • Perform any other duty as maybe assigned by the chief executive officer.
People Management
  • Provide Leadership and proper management of day to day activities
  • Supervise, coach and monitor the development team on a daily basis
  • Organize regular team status meetings to improve internal communications
  • Organize and plan for appraisal sessions and personal development meetings with team members
  • Represent HMK in all client meetings that request web development input
  • Provide feedback and professional recommendations on all meetings and agreements reached
Reporting
  • Timely and well analyzed reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
  • Maintain statistical records of the Team and Team members giving recommendations to the CEO.
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Good experience with consumer facing websites.
  • Good experience in HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP position with some ColdFusion experience.
  • Must have very good knowledge of CMS management: Joomla/Wordpress
  • Must have basic knowledge of Adobe packages
  • Must have good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
  • Good communication skills.  Team player and vocal to the needs of the team
  • Must be able to work under deadline pressure.  Working hours are normally 45 hours per week but there will be exceptions when needed.
  • Language - fluent in English
Apply for this position:
 
To apply, send a PDF or Ms Word file containing your CV and portfolio to be considered. 
Please include 3 referees or clients that you have done work for. 
You may include the remuneration you would expect for this position. havasHR@corporatetalk.co.ke

Deadline: 27 Jun, 2012

If you do not hear from Human Resources by 9th July, 2012, kindly consider your application unsuccessful

UN Children's Fund Social Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant Job in Kenya

Social Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant

Closing date:  28 Jun 2012

UN Children's Fund

Scope of Work

The purpose of this consultancy is to support UNICEF Kenya office to undertake all the preparatory activities for conducting a review and repositioning of strategies for monitoring results– this will include undertaking desk review of available literature, bottleneck analysis of identified priority issues, development of a consolidated report and work plan for all programme sectors outlining a consolidated framework for monitoring results for equity within the Kenya country programme.

The consultant will build on the findings and recommendations of background notes from self-assessments already completed that provide an understanding on the scope and nature of deprivations, and will work closely work with an office reference group, with sectoral teams, and gender, rights and emergency focal points.

The consultancy will cover three main components listed below:-
Part 1: Analysis of status of key issues identified within the Kenya country programmes through document review, bottle neck analysis
  • The consultant will undertake a desk review of key documentation in light of the priorities identified by the sections through their self-assessments and conduct an analysis of the current deprivations in relation to the priority issue identified. 
  • Together with the programme sections assess and analyse whether the current programme interventions/packages as outlined in the CPAP (post MTR)help to mitigate or prevent these deprivations; as an outcome of the process undertaken, outline the system wide bottlenecks/barriers (enabling environment, supply, demand, quality, quantity) that impact on effective coverage/interventions; together with the technical teams finalise evidence based strategies to remove bottlenecks and barriers and provide concrete recommendations on how to monitor progress at disaggregated and decentralised levels for the different barriers/bottlenecks. 
  • The report will also document existing opportunities for leveraging for results and present timely course of actions for identified bottlenecks.
Part 2: Mapping of potential opportunities within the country programme and an assessment of staff capabilities
  • The consultancy will undertake country level Mapping and gap analysis of ongoing initiatives that are currently incorporating (or have potential to incorporate) monitoring of bottlenecks, disaggregated data collection /processing/analysis of relevant data supported by UNICEF and other partners. 
  • The goal of the mapping is to document what is happening in terms of internal and partner activities on policy review, research, and monitoring of activities that have the potential to or are addressing the issues and support incorporation of real time monitoring and evaluation strategies.
  • The consultancy will assess staff and partner capacities and identify opportunities for enhancing the capacity of the office to strengthen the relevance and quality of monitoring. 
Part 3: Develop a issue specific monitoring framework for management of results for equity and a staff and partner capacity development plan
  • Develop/design issue specific framework that promotes real time monitoring and evaluation specifically on the priority area identified; that supports mobilization of and buy in from partners for decentralised monitoring of bottlenecks and solutions to address them, helps prepare participatory monitoring frameworks (indicators, MOV) and assessments; and decentralises monitoring processes (level- district, county); tools and methods for validating existing information. 
  • Develop a work plan for the roll-out of the issue specific monitoring frameworks and draw a road map for implementation of the frameworks including identification of technical support from the regional office, headquarters etc., a training plan incorporating the above outputs for staff and counterparts and resource mobilization concept note for strengthening and reinforcing MOREs. Existing Information sources

The consultant will look at but not limited to the following key documents:

UNICEF Kenya’s key documents (CPPA, CPD, RWPs, AMP, IMEP, SitAn, Annual Reports, Surveys, Studies, Assessments, Evaluations, Programme sector background notes, PCA monitoring frameworks, and other relevant country office documents.

GoK and key partner documents (NIMES, Sector monitoring frameworks, joint programme monitoring frameworks); and associated support to national monitoring processes.

Language: Fluency in English required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.

Competencies:

The consultant is expected to have the following qualifications and experience:
  • At least a Master’s degree in development cooperation or any other related field 
  • A minimum of 10 years’ experience and evidence of prior work with in programming, monitoring and research done with or for international organizations with a special focus in developing M&E frameworks for measuring progress towards achieving results 
  • Relevant work experience in developing countries; knowledge of issues being addressed by national development plans; including UNICEF’s key documents is an Asset 
  • Excellent research and analytical skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis; Sound knowledge and practical experience in developing/designing M&E systems for real time monitoring 
  • Excellent command of the English language, with proven writing skills and good team work 
  • Proficient in computer skills
How to apply:

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, to;

The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SSA/SP/2012/017” in the email subject. Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form, which can be downloaded from the UNICEF Kenya website (http://www.unicef.org/kenya).

“qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply” zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse unicef is a smoke-free environment

UN Children's Fund Social Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant – L3 Job in Kenya


Social Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant – L3
Closing date:  28 Jun 2012

UN Children's Fund

Scope of Work

The purpose of this consultancy is to support UNICEF Kenya office to undertake all the preparatory activities for conducting a review and repositioning of strategies for monitoring results– this will include undertaking desk review of available literature, bottleneck analysis of identified priority issues, development of a consolidated report and work plan for all programme sectors outlining a consolidated framework for monitoring results for equity within the Kenya country programme.

The consultant will build on the findings and recommendations of background notes from self-assessments already completed that provide an understanding on the scope and nature of deprivations, and will work closely work with an office reference group, with sectoral teams, and gender, rights and emergency focal points.

The consultancy will cover three main components listed below:- 
Part 1: Analysis of status of key issues identified within the Kenya country programmes through document review, bottle neck analysis 
  • The consultant will undertake a desk review of key documentation in light of the priorities identified by the sections through their self-assessments and conduct an analysis of the current deprivations in relation to the priority issue identified. 
  • Together with the programme sections assess and analyse whether the current programme interventions/packages as outlined in the CPAP (post MTR)help to mitigate or prevent these deprivations; as an outcome of the process undertaken, outline the system wide bottlenecks/barriers (enabling environment, supply, demand, quality, quantity) that impact on effective coverage/interventions; together with the technical teams finalise evidence based strategies to remove bottlenecks and barriers and provide concrete recommendations on how to monitor progress at disaggregated and decentralised levels for the different barriers/bottlenecks. 
  • The report will also document existing opportunities for leveraging for results and present timely course of actions for identified bottlenecks.
Part 2: Mapping of potential opportunities within the country programme and an assessment of staff capabilities 
  • The consultancy will undertake country level Mapping and gap analysis of ongoing initiatives that are currently incorporating (or have potential to incorporate) monitoring of bottlenecks, disaggregated data collection /processing/analysis of relevant data supported by UNICEF and other partners. 
  • The goal of the mapping is to document what is happening in terms of internal and partner activities on policy review, research, and monitoring of activities that have the potential to or are addressing the issues and support incorporation of real time monitoring and evaluation strategies. 
  • The consultancy will assess staff and partner capacities and identify opportunities for enhancing the capacity of the office to strengthen the relevance and quality of monitoring. 
Part 3: Develop a issue specific monitoring framework for management of results for equity and a staff and partner capacity development plan 
  • Develop/design issue specific framework that promotes real time monitoring and evaluation specifically on the priority area identified; that supports mobilization of and buy in from partners for decentralised monitoring of bottlenecks and solutions to address them, helps prepare participatory monitoring frameworks (indicators, MOV) and assessments; and decentralises monitoring processes (level- district, county); tools and methods for validating existing information. 
  • Develop a work plan for the roll-out of the issue specific monitoring frameworks and draw a road map for implementation of the frameworks including identification of technical support from the regional office, headquarters etc., a training plan incorporating the above outputs for staff and counterparts and resource mobilization concept note for strengthening and reinforcing MOREs. Existing Information sources 
  • The consultant will look at but not limited to the following key documents: UNICEF Kenya’s key documents (CPPA, CPD, RWPs, AMP, IMEP, SitAn, Annual Reports, Surveys, Studies, Assessments, Evaluations, Programme sector background notes, PCA monitoring frameworks, and other relevant country office documents. GoK and key partner documents (NIMES, Sector monitoring frameworks, joint programme monitoring frameworks); and associated support to national monitoring processes. 
  • Language: Fluency in English required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
Competencies:

The consultant is expected to have the following qualifications and experience: 
  • At least a Master’s degree in development cooperation or any other related field 
  • A minimum of 10 years’ experience and evidence of prior work with in programming, monitoring and research done with or for international organizations with a special focus in developing M&E frameworks for measuring progress towards achieving results 
  • Relevant work experience in developing countries; knowledge of issues being addressed by national development plans; including UNICEF’s key documents is an Asset 
  • Excellent research and analytical skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis; Sound knowledge and practical experience in developing/designing M&E systems for real time monitoring 
  • Excellent command of the English language, with proven writing skills and good team work 
  • Proficient in computer skills
How to apply:

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, to; The Human Resources Manager UNICEF Kenya Country Office Email address:
kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please indicate Reference No. “KCO/SSA/SP/2012/017” in the email subject. 
Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form, which can be downloaded from the UNICEF Kenya website 
(http://www.unicef.org/kenya).

“qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply” zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse unicef is a smoke-free environment

Christian Aid Emergency Programme Officer, EA Job in Kenya

Emergency Programme Officer, EA
Based: Nairobi, Kenya
Terms: Fixed Term Contract (upto March 2014)
Salary range: Kes 3,381,119 – Kes 3,850,987 p.a.
Closing date: 30 June 2012
Job reference: EAP/056/JG
About Christian Aid

More than half the world lives in poverty. Christian Aid aims to put a stop to that. So we campaign against the inequalities that keep people poor and we work with local organisations to give people strength to find their own solutions to the problems they face, irrespective of their religion. If you’re as determined as we are to end poverty and injustice across the world, work with us to make change happen.
The Country Emergency Program officer is part of the East Africa country team but also works closely with the Humanitarian Division. 
  • The role works across the country programme with a specific focus on the delivery of the work identified in the East Africa and DEC emergency appeals. 
  • The role will support learning and experience from country emergency response and DRR work and ensure that it is shared across all Christian Aid country programmes. 
  • The post holder works closely with other country based staff especially in the livelihoods programme to ensure the effective implementation and reporting of the Emergency and DRR programmes developing new initiatives where possible. 
  • The post holder will actively participate in corporate discussions about best practice in emergency response, recovery and DRR work. 
  • The role will be based in Nairobi. Regular travel to remote and insecure places for long periods is required.
  • You will manage the East Africa Emergency Appeal and DEC Appeal funded programmes in Kenya and Somalia in line with the agreed country programme strategy. 
  • You will primarily focus on the delivery of the DEC and Christian Aid Appeal funded programmes but will also play a key role working with the Programme Officer livelihoods and the Resilience projects officer in the implementation of high quality emergency response, DRR and resilience programmes across the two countries. 
  • You will maintain project financial records and financial and narrative report to DEC and Christian Aid, keep partners and country colleagues informed about contract and compliance procedures, provide support to partners based on frameworks agreed with country team, present case studies of work undertaken to a variety of audiences, represents Christian Aid externally with partners, donors other NGOs, and other agencies. 
  • You will appraise, monitor and review programmes in line with CA and external requirements, develop new initiatives and recommend actions to be taken to further emergency response work in country. 
  • Liaise with relevant stake holders to improve accountability, participation in decision making, information sharing. 
  • You will actively seek back donor funding to build on the work funded by the two appeals.
  • You will have a good understanding of emergency relief, preparedness and humanitarian aid and their link to development work, experience of disaster risk reduction work. 
  • You will have a good understanding of program cycle management approaches and tools – including Participatory Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment, and Planning. 
  • You will be familiar with issues of governance, power and rights, financial controls and procedures. 
  • Able to work independently, you will have a good knowledge of approaches to livelihoods and resilience, direct experience of programme appraisal, monitoring and evaluation and of developing partners’ capacity, understanding of advocacy, campaigning and lobbying, experience of facilitation and training and project reporting to major institutional donors preferably on a large scale. 
  • You will also need skills in network and alliance building, understanding of partnership approach to international development, gender and exclusion. 
  • You will have a good working knowledge of institutional donors, particularly DFID, EU, ECHO policies and funding modalities and rules.
This role requires a university degree in development studies, social work/ sociology or similar; experience in emergency response, DRR, monitoring & Evaluation, understanding of financial controls and procedures.
How to apply:

About the Rewards

We value the input of everyone who works for us. That’s why you can expect a wide range of rewards that helps you enjoy a good work/life balance. 
To apply for this position you need to access the full advertisement on Christian Aid website on www.christianaid.org.uk/jobs and follow the links to download the international application form and role profile. Please email your completed application forms to: nairobi@christian-aid.org ; (quoting the reference number)

You will require current and valid permission to work in Kenya.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted and that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people

Sunday, June 24, 2012

COSV Accountant Job in Juba South Sudan

Accountant                                      Duty Station:  COSV JUBA
Closing Date: 1st of July 2012
Starting Date: immediate
COSV Organizational Background
 
COSV is a voluntary organization, non-profit making, involved in international solidarity since 1968. With more than 40 years of expertise in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, chronic food insecurity and poverty, COSV promotes and implements multi-sectoral projects in Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe. 
Committed to principled humanitarian action, COSV restores dignity, self-sufficiency, and independence to vulnerable populations around the world with aid interventions which are context-specific, needs-based, and customized through direct community participation.
 
COSV is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Accountant for its office in Juba to assist in all aspects of project and office accounting and financial management.

Job Description:
 
The Accountant will be responsible for:
  • Overseeing office accountancy, under management (Country representative ) supervision;
  • Ensuring the timely review and correct entry of accounting transactions on a daily basis;
  • Verifying the accuracy of monthly project cashbooks and checking related receipts and bank statements;
  • Reconciling and monitoring cash and bank accounts balances;
  • Updating the staff file (contracts, payroll and other information needed);
  • Preparing staff contract according to requirements given by Country representative/PM
  • Preparing payrolls of COSV Staff;
  • Facilitating the compiling of audit-ready project financial reports by classifying and accurately filing all relevant documents;
  • Facilitating external auditors' evaluations;
Qualifications and Skills Required:
  • Degree in Finance, Business Administration or CPA qualifications;
  • South Sudanese Nationality
  • At least 3 year responsible professional working experience as Administrator for an NGO
  • Knowledge of donors' financial procedures (i.e. UN agencies, European Commission)
  • Excellent knowledge of double-entry accounting
  • Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft programmes, in particular Excel spreadsheets
  • Knowledge of accounting software (in particular NPW will be an advantage)
  • Problem solving and organizational capabilities
Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their applications alongside with an up-to-date CV (including 3 referees and their current contacts) by email to cosv.countryrjuba@gmail.com and cosvjuba.cristina@googlemail.com.
The deadline for the submission of applications is on the 1st of July 2012 at 5.00pm. 
The email subject line should be marked: "Application for Accountant"

FilmAid International HR Officer Job in Kenya

About FilmAid: 
Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of vulnerable communities with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers.
FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being. 
FilmAid International has operational presence in Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camp and is one of UNHCR’s Implementing partners. 
Currently FilmAid is implementing a variety of projects with funding support from UNHCR and the US government through Bureau of Population and Migration (BPRM). 
These projects generally correspond to FilmAid’s core response areas of Health, Protection and Community services and involve production and dissemination of various videos.

Job Purpose
To support the Administration manager in the managing human resource for FilmAid Kenya programs
Key Duties
The HR Officer reports to the Administration Manager and fulfils the following functions; 
  • Monitor the implementation of staff benefits schemes including medical insurance, staff development programmes, leave and vacations and any other benefits that may be determined by the organization 
  • Assist supervisors in the day to day interpretation and implementation of the personnel manual 
  • Maintain the leave schedule for all staff and ensure timely requests and receipt of leave forms and updated leave schedule from field offices 
  • Manage the recruitment process upon authorization by the Administration Manager, including posting adverts, receiving and shortlisting applications, organizing interviews and providing necessary assistance and support to the interview panels 
  • Draft letters of offers and job descriptions / terms of reference for prospective staff and consultants and ensure timely approval by the Administration Manager and other relevant staff 
  • Assist supervisors in developing orientation schedule for new staff and monitor the implementation of this schedule including the carrying out the necessary probation appraisals 
  • Assist in managing the process of staff appraisals by ensuring relevant tools are shared on time and that the appraisals conducted at the right time, collate data collected and assist the Administration Manager in the an analysis of the data collected during appraisals 
  • Assist the Administration Manager in drafting a recommendations report on issues arising from performance appraisals.
  • Implement staff development programmes including making recommendations and authorization of staff eligible for such programmes, ensuring reports and records of these are well kept and submitted to the Administration Manager. 
  • Preparing all staff IDs and providing all basic information to new staff
  • Process work permits and other relevant work documents for international staff / consultants / visitors 
  • Maintain staff files and records (including the maintenance of up to date emergency contact list of all staff) 
  • Conduct continuous research on improved staff benefits and make recommendations to senior management 
  • Assist the Administration Manager in managing disciplinary action procedures against staff accused of misconduct
Knowledge/Skills/Experience 
  • Degree in Human Resources with 2 years’ experience in HR Function preferably in a humanitarian organization or Higher Diploma on Human Resources management 
  • Counselling skills 
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills 
  • Commitment to humanitarian principles and action 
  • Must be able to multitask and enjoy maintaining good relationship with employees 
  • A track record of a committed demeanour to constantly making improvements to all HR services is desirable
How to apply:

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 29th June 2012 to: jobskenya@filmaid.org. 
Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified. 
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

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