Management Trainees - African Development Bank (2013)

Position title: Young Professionals Program - YPP 2013

 
Grade: PL-6

Objectives

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) targets motivated and talented individuals under thirty-two (32) years of age, who are committed to African development, have demonstrated outstanding academic and professional achievement, and have demonstrated effective team work and leadership potential.  

The African Development Bank (AfDB) hires approximately twenty (20) young professionals each year. Upon acceptance of offer and entry, the YPs complete a mandatory minimum of two years and maximum of three years on rotational assignments in different organizational units and sectors within the Bank.   

The YPs will undergo on-the-job training and mentoring that will equip them with skills, knowledge and experience to address developmental issues in Africa in particular and the developing world in general.  

At the end of three years and upon successful completion of the program, the YPs will be equipped to compete for any relevant vacancies in the AfDB.

2013 YPP Selection Criteria

The following established selection criteria guide the recruitment and selection into the Program, and at no time will the Bank make an exception for any candidate:

• Citizen of a member country (regional or non-regional) of the AfDB.
• A maximum of 32 years of age by December 31st of the selection year.
• A minimum of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics, Engineering, Social Sciences, International Development, Business Administration, Finance, or any discipline that is relevant to the business of the Bank, and with outstanding academic credentials.
• Multi-disciplinary background and a minimum of three years relevant work experience. Demonstrated strong analytical skills; dynamism; results-orientation; and problem-solving capability.
• Areas of particular interest to the Program include leadership potential; ability to work in a variety of operational and corporate tasks; ability to leverage knowledge with others; and adaptability to working in a multicultural setting.
• Demonstrated passion for development issues and a commitment to Africa (field experience on the continent and/or in other developing countries is an added advantage).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English or French with a working knowledge of the other language (working knowledge of a third language that is relevant to the Bank’s operations in Africa is an advantage).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems (PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).  Additional I.T. skills are an advantage.

In addition, the AfDB will take into account skills in areas such as Information Communication and Technology (ICT); People management and Administration; Fiduciary Risks (i.e. Audit, Risk Management and Anti-Corruption); and Knowledge Management.

Please note that all applicants must have completed and obtained a Master’s or equivalent Degree Certificate by the time the vacancy announcement closes to be considered for the program.   

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Tunis time) of the closing date and will not accept any application submissions after the closing date of the Vacancy Announcement

Closing date: 21/06/2013

Field Project Manager Job Re-Advertisement

Organization
 

COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale is a relief and development organization founded in Italy in 1965. COOPI’s envisions a world without poverty where diverse cultures live together sharing equal rights and equal opportunities. 

COOPI’s mission is to reduce poverty in the global South through interventions of long-term sustainable international cooperation. 

COOPI also conducts advocacy activities in Italy, to fight the cause of the serious economic gap between the North and South.
 

Position: Field Project Manager
 

Reporting To: Area Manager
 

Duration: 12 Months (3 months probation period) with possibilities of extension
 

Location: Gedo Region- Dolow, Luuq, Belethawa and Garbaharey
 

Key Tasks
 

Project Management, Implementation and Supervision

• Responsible for ensuring effectiveness and implementation of project activities to ensure the timely achievement of targeted results in Gedo region;
• Provide strong leadership for the SomRep project, working to ensure both short and long-term positive impacts and outcomes for the beneficiaries, local authorities (where applicable) and local staff.
• Responsible for the monitoring and supervision of project field activities to ensure good progress of planned activities and timely achievement of expected results;
• In collaboration with the district team leaders, responsible for the generation of action plans and compilation of field reports (this includes monthly progress reports);
• To ensure good visibility of the projects’ overall goals, policies and envisaged and/or results achieved as per COOPI and donor communication policies;
• Responsible for field security issues.
• Responsible for input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability.
• Ensure sector integration, learning, sharing and adoption of best practices.
• PM will also report suggestions of changes from the field level back to the Area Manager if such changes are crucial for project implementation.

Project Human Resource Management

• A key responsibility of the PM will be the human resource management and guidance to ensure that the project staff promotes community participation and community decisions in all the project strategies and implementation.
• Guide the supervised staff in Gedo Region on COOPI objectives, policies, strategies and Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), and respect to the humanitarian principles;
• Guide the Team leaders in planning for implementation of activities and monitoring in line with program plans in their districts. Collate the district teams

Project Coordination and Liaison Functions

• Liaise with the Area manager on issues pertinent to the projects;
• PM will ensure that cross-cutting issues are accounted for while alleviating risks and while preparing communities to face disasters. The PM will work closely with experts from the Technical Partners of SomRep Consortium.
• Attend projects’ related meetings at field level (including those with donors as requested);
• Participate in Regional cluster and other coordination meetings in the field;
• Under directions of the Area Manager and working in collaboration with District Team Leaders, act as link / liaison between COOPI and stakeholders, representing COOPI at relevant forums (includes coordination), joint assessments and providing feedback on the same;
• Update the logistic department on any pertinent security or access issues.

Reporting: PM is responsible to assure the submission of high quality activity and progress reports at regular intervals as stipulated by the Area Manager.

Qualifications & requirements

• Holder of a degree in Social Sciences preferably with a bias in Rural Development/Community Development/Agriculture or Animal Health with three years of technical training /course from a recognized institute.
• Should have at least five years professional experience.
• At least three years experience in Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction, livelihoods protection and community based natural resource management.
• Must be a Somali National with clear knowledge of the region of operation.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use standard computing packages (word, excel, outlook, power point, internet etc);
• Developed planning, organizational and research / analytical skills;
• Strong team working and interpersonal skills;
• Experience working in fast paced humanitarian programming in Somalia is an advantage;
• Be able to communicate effectively in Somali and English Language.

Start date: Immediate
 

Application
 

Send by Email 1 page letter of expression of interest and updated CV by the Closing date: 31st May 2013 to the following address:
 

The Regional Representative
COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale,
coord.nairobi@coopi.org
 

Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Previous applicants need not apply.

Hotel Sales and Marketing Manager Job in Mombasa, Kenya

Title: Sales and Marketing Manager
 

Based in: Mombasa, Kenya
 

The company: We own a group of hotels in Mombasa County.
 

Key responsibilities and accountability:

• Develop and maintain new accounts, manage existing ones and increase their production.
• Develop a clear marketing strategy that will increase our clientele.
• Facilitate suppliers and partners facilities inspection, on need basis
• Negotiating rates and drafting contracts to suppliers
• Designing sellable and attractive packages for the clients
• Developing and marketing promotional packages and special offers.
• In-house design for the Brand marketing collateral such as fliers, brochures and E-shots suitable to the target market, while at the same time representing the brand
• Generating monthly Sales & Marketing activity report budget.
• Develop monthly production reports for the Brand portfolio.
• Implement marketing strategies, including advertising, Brand positioning and PR for the local markets.
• Carry out the necessary and appropriate market intelligence for use in developing and implementing effective sales and marketing strategies to increase Market Share.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by management.

Person profile for the Sales and Marketing Manager

• Personality: Self-driven, results-oriented and proactive sales and marketing person, able to identify new business opportunities and convert them into genuine long-term loyal business relationships.
• A team player, mature and flexible person willing to go the extra mile.
• A credible and integral person, comfortable in dealing with senior & multiracial personalities.

Qualifications and experience:

• A graduate Diploma/degree in Sales and Marketing & or related field.
• A Minimum of 5 years working experience, in the hotel Industry.
• Proven sales performance & leadership skills in managing people and customers.

Qualified candidates should email their CV to: info@kendashotels.co.ke.

Principal Internal Auditor Job in Kenya School of Government

Principal Internal Auditor

Job Purpose:

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that prudent methods and procedures for proper and effective financial (and other related non-financial) controls are developed, implemented and complied with, for optimal performance of the School.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing an internal audit strategy
• Developing, implementing and executing Internal Audit Programs, with sound policies and procedures, that will ensure that Internal Control systems and measures are developed, instituted and adhered to.
• To make recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed, report on the findings, monitor management's response and implementation
• Reviewing compliance to organization’s policies, procedures, legal and regulatory requirements
• Identifying and investigating possible risk areas for reporting to the Management and Council
• Performing post-audit reviews and making follow-ups to ensure implementation of agreed recommendations
• Apply advanced audit concepts and techniques in analyzing physical and computer based systems
• Secretary to the Audit committee of the Council
• Carry out any other assignments as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be a holder of MBA Finance/Accounting
• Bachelor degree in a related social science preferably Accounting, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration.
• A CPA (K) holder specialized in Auditing will be preferred. CISA/CIA qualifications will also be an added advantage
• Possess proven business skills and mastery of accounting principles and procedures, and conventional audit guidelines
• Over 5 years experience, 2 of which should be in senior position
• Possess business, managerial, administrative skills
• Demonstrate leadership abilities with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to analyze and solve problems
• Proficiency in computer application packages
• Must be a member of ICPAK.

The positions will attract a competitive remunerative package.

Please send your application and a detailed CV with three (3) referees indicating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and day-time telephone contact; including copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned before or on 14th June 2013 by 5.00pm:

The Director KSG - Nairobi,
Kenya School of Government
P.O Box 23030 - 00604,
Lower Kabete

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Principal Procurement Officer Job in Kenya School of Government

Principal Procurement Officer

Job Purpose:

The incumbent will be responsible for establishing, and continually improving, an efficient and cost-effective procurement process in compliance with the laid down procurement legislation

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure proper planning and coordinating of purchasing and supply services.

• Ensure timely procurement and distribution of supplies to departments and sections to support the school operations
• Assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of procurement operations,
• Maintain up-to-date records of the Procurement Function
• Ensure effective distribution, storage and monitoring of all items supplied to the school
• Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Act and Disposal Act 2005.
• Manage supplier relationship for mutual benefit of the School and the suppliers
• Manage supplier relationship for mutual benefit of the School and Public Procurement Oversight Authority (PPOA)
• Being Secretary to the procurement committee
• Review, design and manage procurement functions to support the School business operations

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be a holder of an MBA/MSc (Procurement)
• Must be a member of KISM
• Team spirit and enthusiastic, self driven who can work without supervision
• Five years experience in a busy organization
• Must be computer literate
• Possess strong leadership and negotiation skills

The positions will attract a competitive remunerative package.

Please send your application and a detailed CV with three (3) referees indicating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and day-time telephone contact; including copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned before or on 14th June 2013 by 5.00pm:

The Director KSG - Nairobi,
Kenya School of Government
P.O Box 23030 - 00604,
Lower Kabete

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted

Supply Chain Manager Job in Kenya School of Government

Supply Chain Manager

Job Purpose:

The incumbent will provide leadership and management of the procurement section. This role will oversee the full supply chain cycle and procurement requirements.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements short and long-term procurement strategies designed to reduce costs and improve quality and service while meeting the School’s goals and objectives
• Measure the effectiveness of procurement operations, including the School’s satisfaction, and propose methods for continuous improvement
• Align the procurement function to support the School business operations
• Anticipates the Schools needs and requirements by keeping abreast of market and product trends and developments
• Design and implement best practice supply chain management processes.
• Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Act and Disposal Act 2005.
• Review, Develop and implement Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001:2008 for the procurement function
• Manage supplier relationship for mutual benefit of the School and the suppliers
• Manage supplier relationship for mutual benefit of the School and Public Procurement Oversight Authority (PPOA)
• Develop and implement effective stores management system
• Managing tender process as per regulations
• Being Secretary to the tender committee
• Any other job assigned from time to time

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be a holder of an MBA/MSc (Procurement)
• Must be a member of KISM
• Over eight years experience 3 of which must be in a senior position.
• Must be computer literate
• Possess strong leadership and negotiation skills

The positions will attract a competitive remunerative package.

Please send your application and a detailed CV with three (3) referees indicating your current position, current remuneration, e-mail and day-time telephone contact; including copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned before or on 14th June 2013 by 5.00pm:

The Director KSG - Nairobi,
Kenya School of Government
P.O Box 23030 - 00604,
Lower Kabete

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Human Resource Assistant Job in Nyeri, Kenya

Urgently wanted; Human resource assistant job in Nyeri, Kenya

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Job title; Human Resource Assistant

Reporting to: Human Resource Manager

Main purpose of the job

To provide efficient and effective administrative support for the HR manger and HR advisors, ensuring service users are provided with key information on HR processes and procedures.

Other duties and responsibilities;

• Providing advice to service users on general HR queries relating to terms and conditions of employment e.g. annual leave, notice periods and pay rates
• Inputting correctly and ensuring data on all employees is effectively maintained.
• Providing administrative support to the HR team including word processing and distribution of information answering telephone, minute taking for the HR manager
• Developing and maintaining effective liaison with payroll to ensure they have up to date information.
• Making appointments, arranging meetings and booking venues for HR manager and HR advisors
• Any other duty assigned to by the HR manager

Academic Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources from recognized institution
• Must be a holder if IHRM
• 3+ years administrative or human resources experience.
• Knowledge of practices and procedures of HR management.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Integrity in maintaining confidential employee information.
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations affecting HR management.
• Knowledge and skills in relevant software such as Microsoft Office.
• Convey a positive, professional image.

If interested send your CV and application letter to jobs@jantakenya.cm by 30th May, 2013 indicating ‘Human Resource Assistant’ on the subject line. DO NOT attach any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Tour and Travel Manager Job in Kenya (KShs 25K - 30K)

Tour and Travel Manager

Availability: immediately

Reporting: to the director

Job description

Our client is a medium sized company in the tour and travel industry and is seeking a pro-active individual to fill the position of Tour and Travel Manager.

Gross salary: 25k - 30k
 

Key duties/responsibilities

• Establishing policies, procedures, and work schedules.
• Provides communication systems by identifying needs; evaluating options; maintaining equipment; approving invoices.
• Maintains administrative staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Provides historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems.
• Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; benchmarking professional standards; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Achieves financial objectives by anticipating requirements; submitting information for budget preparation; scheduling expenditures; monitoring costs; analyzing variances.

Job specification

• Diploma in tour and travel a must.
• Relevant degree from recognized institute is an added advantage
• 3-5 years’ working experience in a similar environment.
• Work experience in a tour and travel company.
• Proven sales and marketing abilities
• Travel & Tourism management experience

Skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• A hunger to learn and ability to flourish in a dynamic, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment
• Entrepreneurial, self-starter with hands-on approach.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Itinerary planning &Costing
• Customer service skills
• Financial management skills
• Marketing and selling skills
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Knowledge in client’s follow-up, confirm bookings and follow-up with suppliers.

To apply for this position send you CV and cover letter to jobs@jantakenya.com by 31st  May, 2013.

Indicate‘Tour and travel manager’ on the subject line. 

DO NOT attach certificates.

Failure to follow rules will lead to instant disqualification. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

We thank you for your applications.

Software & Applications Developer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Career opportunity in Telecommunications

Software & Applications Developer 

Job Description
 

The Mobile industry is an emerging business sector, the position will be responsible for the Developing information systems by designing, developing, and installing software solutions for our online presence, internal systems, hosted and dedicated client’s software.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Online systems and customers, mobile platforms, our cloud and clients software needs are critically important to the core operations of the WASP Africa’s cellular solutions business, therefore the position will be responsible for:-

• Developing software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.
• Interpreting written business requirements and technical specification documents for coding / scripting in written technical specifications.
• Supporting the messaging gateways and applications etc.

Skills / Attributes Required

• Experience with web technologies and good working knowledge of the following operating platforms:-. Windows 2008 Server, Linux
• Main Languages; PHP, C#/ASP.net, REST/XML/SOAP Web Services, any other language
• Databases; MySQL, MSSQL etc
• Analyzing Information and problem solving skills
• Software Testing and conversion.
• Technical Analysis of stress and loading on infrastructure using tools provided.

Offices and reporting line
 

This position reports to the Manager Infrastructure and Technology at WASP Africa in Nairobi. 

The position will be based in WASP Africa Ltd

Send job application to it@waspafrica.com

NGO Jobs at GOAL, Kenya

• Assistant Country Director, Programmes
• Voucher Officer

GOAL is seeking ambitious and dynamic candidates to join its Kenya programme (GK) team based in Nairobi, with frequent travel to GOAL’s operational areas.

The role of the Assistant Country Director – Programmes (ACD-P) is to ensure the effective implementation of the GK program and develop the program in line with GK country strategic plan. Direct reports to this position include Grants & Communication, Health, WASH, CEP, LLH and
M&E Co-ordinator.

The Voucher officer (VO) will be responsible for establishing and managing GOAL’s WASH voucher scheme within targeted informal settlement areas in Nairobi. 

The holder of this position will be responsible for establishing an appropriate e-voucher system and associated tracking and monitoring tools to support qualifying resident’s to access hygienic sanitation facilities through a full or partial subsidy

For full job description and requirements, please email as follows
For ACD-P: acdprecruit@ke.goal.ie.
For VO: vorecruit@ke.goal.ie.

• Suitably qualified applicants are invited to apply by email only to keapplications@ke.goal.ie
• Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject area of the email.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• Closing date for applications is 5.00pm Wednesday 5th June 2013

Construction Company Jobs in Mombasa Kenya

A well established company in the construction industry based in Mombasa has the following vacancies. 

Applicants must be willing to work at the coast.
 

Site Administration

Job description

• Read and understand blue prints, details, specification, bills of quantity and works programme and accurately communicate the instruction to those in charge.
• Prepare and maintain site technical documentation and correspondence in accordance with conditions of contract, to include but not limited to RFI;s, AI’s, CVI’s, Site Instructions & weather reports, daily site reports, daily manpower log , daily equipment log  e.t.c.
• Preparation of bi-weekly and monthly progress reports, in accordance with agreed practice.
• Prepare two weeks look ahead schedule.
• Develop and maintain sound and co-operative working relationships with consultant and client.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental policies are adhered at all times
• Gain a sound understanding of the company and site organization, ensuring all reasonable steps are taken in order to achieve industrial harmony within the site organization at all times.

Qualification

• BSc Degree in Construction Management / Building Engineering / Min. 
• 3 years experience in construction project. 
• Literacy in AutoCAD and Microsoft Project software.

Field Engineer
 

Job Description

• Check Setting out (marking the position of structures) and levels prior to blinding.
• Preparation of Bar bending Schedule (BBS) and monitor installation of rebar for conformance to structural drawings and approval of QA forms
• Check formwork is installed correctly prior to concrete
• Calculate and submit material requirement. 
• To execute and to supervise the day to day entrusted works as per the approved plans complying with all quality requirements.
• Conversant with Auto cad software

Qualification

• BSc degree / Diploma in Structural Engineering with Minimum of 3 years of experience. 
• Must be able to prepare bar bending schedule in time.
• Literacy in AutoCAD software.

Site Quantity and Planning Administration
 

Job description

• Keep Take off calculations records; prepare monthly valuation of work complete, submission of valuation and certification of valuation.
• Management of variations and claims, assistance with site staff in the preparation of variation and claim documentation, submission of variation and claim documentation, approval of variations and claims, maintenance of variation and claim registers.
• Measure and Prepare subcontract (carpenter and steel fixer etc) interim payment application on weekly basis.
• Prepare material cost report.
• Prepare monthly programme and cash-flow using Microsoft project software and submit to head office.
• Prepare two weeks look ahead programme for foreman.
• Prepare monthly report.

Qualification
 

BSc Degree in construction Management and literacy in Microsoft project software with minimum of 3 years experience.

Civil Foreman
 

Job Description

• To study approved Architectural & Structural drawing before work begins.
• Execute and supervise of daily work according to the drawing, designs and specification.
• Supervise excavation, formwork, steel fixing and concrete works as per drawing, specification and client’s requirement.
• Able to prepare layouts as per drawing and check block walling, plaster and roof works.
• Lead a team of skilled workers and extracting work from them as required and to control wastage.
• Getting work done from sub-contractor & sub-ordinate within schedule & with safety & quality.

Qualification

• Experience or Certificate course with minimum of 5 years as qualified and competent trades person who is familiar with concrete, formwork, steel fixing, masonry and roof work.

Interior Finishing Foreman

• To study approved Architectural finishing schedule and detail drawing before work begins.
• Execute and supervise of daily work according to the drawing, designs and specification.
• Supervise internal and external wall / floor finishes as per drawing, specification and client’s requirement. (Experience of  tiles, plasterboard, doors, windows , external stone cladding, decorative painting, door,  e.t.c)
• Able to prepare layouts as per drawing and check setting, level and plumb.
• Lead a team of skilled workers and extracting work from them as required and to control wastage.
• Getting work done from sub-contractor & sub-ordinate within schedule & with safety & quality.
• Prepare daily report.

Qualification
 

Experience or Certificate course with minimum of 5 years of experience in similar position

Email your applications and attach your CV only to hracivil2013@gmail.com by Friday 31st May 2013.

The position applied for should be used as the subject of the email.

NGO Jobs in Kenya - Ipas

Africa Alliance, Nairobi, Kenya

Position announcements: Policy Manager Regional, Health Systems Associate and Monitoring and Evaluation Kenya.

Ipas is an international NGO specializing in women’s reproductive health care and rights. 

Through the Africa Alliance office based in Nairobi, Ipas support s programs and policy strategies in the Africa region and selected countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Malawi and Tanzania. 

The Ipas Africa Alliance seeks staff for its policy and program team in Kenya and the region. 

There are openings for three positions Policy Manager, Health Systems Associate Kenya, and Monitoring and Evaluation Associate Kenya. 

The incumbent(s) will work with a team to support the enabling environment to improve women’s reproductive rights, specifically the right to safe abortion in Kenya and in the Region.

Policy Manager

• Provide oversight and coordination of annual and ongoing planning for the policy programme;
• Responsible for monitoring and tracking of results and donor deliverables, including coordination with R&E staff for results reporting;
• Provide oversight of budget and spending to ensure that spending aligns with donor grants and contracts;
• Supervise the Alliance policy support team and assist with managing the policy unit

Core Requirements

• An advanced degree in public health, policy or related field.
• Demonstrated success in supervising a multidisciplinary team structure that includes long-distance communications.
• Strong understanding of policy work and minimum 8 years’ experience in international health program management.
• Demonstrated record of experience in program development and policy work
• Demonstrated written and spoken fluency in English.
• Excellent organizational, planning and budget management skills
• Leadership, initiative and resourcefulness
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Africa up to 25% time

Health Systems Associate

• Supports developing of training curricula and tools for clinical training in reproductive health;
• Design and deliver clinical training and mentorship;
• Assess and oversee improvement of health facilities Technical support .
• Manage partnerships for the improvement of reproductive health services;

Core Requirements

• A clinician/trainer with a relevant Bachelor’s degree in reproductive health, public health, or women’s health. A Master’s degree will be an advantage.
• Competency in comprehensive abortion care
• Experience as a trainer
• 4 + years relevant work experience;
• Demonstrated leadership and technical skills in areas of responsibility;
• Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based, global environment;
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills in English
• Willingness and ability to travel within Kenya and regionally up to 30% of working days;

Monitoring and Evaluation Associate

• Design and conduct research;
• Design collection, analysis and use of monitoring data for policy, health system and community interventions Well organized
• Ensure results reporting in consistency with Ipas global standards for M&E;
• Contribute to documentation and reporting to donors and other stakeholders

Core Requirements

• Master’s Degree in public health (epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy) or social science (sociology, economics, political science).
• 3+ years’ experience conducting monitoring, evaluation and research in reproductive health programs.
• Strong quantitative skills, including demonstrated ability in the collection, analysis and presentation of quantitative data.
• Demonstrated ability in word processing, spreadsheet (Excel), data base (Access), and statistical computer packages (Epi Info, STATA, SPSS, SAS). Experience with qualitative packages desired.
• Qualitative research experience desired, especially in community-based R&E methodologies.
• Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based, global environment;
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills in English
• Willingness and ability to travel within Kenya and regionally up to 30% of working days;

Applicants should submit cover letter and CV to: IpasAlliance@ipas.org we do not accept phone calls but we encourage you to visit our website: http:// www.ipas.org before applying or send your queries to IpasAlliance@ipas.org. Deadline for applications is: 3rd June, 2013.

Due to anticipated volume of applications, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Ipas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NGO Job Vacancies in Kenya

1 xAssistant Country Director Programmes

1 x Voucher Officer
 

GOAL is seeking ambitious and dynamic candidates to join its Kenya programme (GK) team based in Nairobi, with frequent travel to GOAL’s operational areas.
 

The role of the Assistant Country Director – Programmes (ACD-P) is to ensure the effective implementation of the GK program and develop the program in line with GK country strategic plan. Direct reports to this position include Grants & Communication, Health, WASH, CEP, LLH and M&E Co-ordinator.
 

The Voucher officer (VO) will be responsible for establishing and managing GOAL’s WASH voucher scheme within targeted informal settlement areas in Nairobi. 

The holder of this position will be responsible for establishing an appropriate e-voucher system and associated tracking and monitoring tools to support qualifying resident’s to access hygienic sanitation facilities through a full or partial subsidy
 

For full job description and requirements, please email as follows
 

For ACD-P: acdprecruit@ke.goal.ie.
 

For VO: vorecruit@ke.goal.ie.
 

Suitably qualified applicants are invited to apply by email only to keapplications@ke.goal.ie
 

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject area of the email.
 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
 

Closing date for applications is 5.00pm Wednesday 5th June 2013

Co-op Bank Jobs in Kenya

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team-driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment? 

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “The Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.

We are looking for dynamic, creative and self-oriented professionals to fill the position of:

Business Development Manager– Agribusiness Banking 

Job Summary

• The holder will be responsible for developing and managing agribusiness related activities and value chains for the growth of the bank business and contribution to the bottom line. Particularly addressing all the related value chains covering coffee subsector, grain, dairy, horticulture multipurpose co-operatives, Community Based Organisations, tea, sugarcane mortgage asset/insurance finance and any Agri based business.
• He will support the RM - Agribusiness and branch in the region in their endeavors to drive business and coordinate functions of the department/division in line with divisional structure and act as the interface of the department with the Branches in the region while at the same time exploring possible value chains that can translate into business arising from clients call visits and other initiatives.
• Activities will be centered on increasing volumes of assets, liabilities and customer numbers while at the same time directing sales growth through the existing delivery channels and in support with head of department.

Main duties

This challenging opportunity which involve the following:-

• Carry out market intelligence and market research to identify needs of the sector development of responsive products.
• Seek opportunities and provide the sector monthly, quarterly, yearly development and performance report.
• Develop models that increase market access to the Bank.
• Develop suitable agribusiness products, programes, template, checlist and ensure they are operational.
• Seek feedback from RMs and BDOs on their unique market needs and develop products or programs that are suitable and customer centric.
• Develop, ensure approval  and seek to popularise all agricultural products.
• Development of project proposals, business plans and M.O.Us.
• Seek to cross-sell Bank products.
• Work closely with MOCDM and MoA officers in order to maintain a competitive edge in the industry by being ahead of the competition in all Agribusiness ventures.
• Assist in development and constant review of accounts plan with clear wallet sizes and customer profiles.
• Seek to acquire new customers in Agri-business
• Assist in preparation of seminars and workshops.
• Work closely with MOCDM and MoA officers in order to maintain a competitive edge in the industry by being ahead of the competition in all Agribusiness ventures.
• Carry out branch visits as a matter of courtesy to gather intelligence on what the competition is doing in order to remain relevant in the market.
• Train staff on related projects and products.
• Assist in review of internal processes to ensure procedures and processes

Job Specification & Qualification

The incumbent will be required to possess the following attributes:-

• A university degree in a business related field.
• Agricultural related degree will be an added advantage
• 3 years Previous experience in successful business development in agricultural sector
• Previous experience in writing reports and business proposals
• Selling and Negotiation Skills
• Credit analysis  Skills
• 40 years and below

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: BDM/3/HRD/2013

Oracle Database Administrator

Job Summary:

Reporting to Head Database Administration, Information & Communication Technology Department, 

• The role holder will be responsible for end-to-end and proactive database design, administration, performance monitoring and management of all databases, peripheral infrastructure, and general ICT systems through setting up of optimal performance bench marks, use of modern and appropriate tools coupled with best practices.
• The role holder will also ensure high systems availability and improvements to meet business growth demands, ensure timely intervention by key stake holders, improved performance, enhanced system security, business continuity and excellence in service delivery.

Main Duties:

• Team up with applications support, development and infrastructure team in the development, deployment, management of application and infrastructure, and proactively monitor system health in order to proactively identify weaknesses and manage them.
• Perform tasks such as system design, capacity planning, maintenance, trouble shooting, and change control activities.
• End to end system performance management to guarantee adequate response to end users and proactive monitoring of production databases to ensure application uptime
• Creating and maintaining database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary and maintain all technical documentation relating to database management
• Administration and Management of a high availability enterprise architecture.
• Ensuring a high database security regime by establishing system access needs of users; controlling database access through  permissions and privileges and proactively monitoring and reviewing user access using the Audit and Database Vault

Job specification:

The incumbent will be required to possess the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science.
• Oracle RDBMS 10g, 11g OCP certification
• Proficiency and hands on experience in SQL and PL/SQL
• Proven Hands on experience working with Unix environments
• 3 years working experience in an IT enterprise environment
• Knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager
• Proven experience in managing RAC, Dataguard, ASM for mission critical databases
• Familiarity with ICT management frameworks such as ITIL, COBIT, etc.
• 40 years or below

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: DBA/3/HRD/2013

Operations Officer– Custodial Services

Job Summary

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the operations officer will be responsible for actual accurate settlements of cash and securities (Fixed Income and Money Market Instruments) in accordance to the market rules and procedures. 

He/she will correspond with clients and ensure all transactions are settled according to the client’s SLA and relevant systems updated.

Main duties:

• Daily instruction execution in accordance with clients’ Service Level Agreements
• Follow up of instruction execution to ensure completion and escalate if not completed within the required timelines
• Make all postings and ensure settlement in the custody system same day.
• Ensure maintenance and efficient execution of actions diary
• Ensure resolution of outstanding items conclusively within the turnaround time
• Adhere to all procedures and manual controls
• Ensure that all filing is done in a methodical manner on a daily basis
• Continuously improve service offerings through innovation
• Demonstrate determination to “execute right first time”
• Ensure queries are responded to within the turn-around time and resolved conclusively though proactive follow-up.
• Ensure support of other team members to ensure customer satisfaction in other aspects of the department such as client balances, reconciliations and reporting.

Job specification:

• A bachelor’s degree in any business related field
• At least three year relevant experience
• Good working knowledge of pension and capital markets regulatory requirements
• Have a good understanding of all settlement related functions
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills & proactive in all aspects
• Must be able to perform optimally under pressure and with strict deadlines
• Ability to learn new systems fast
• Resilience and drive
• Experience in reconciliations will be an added advantage
• 40 years and below

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: Ops – Custody/3/HRD/2013

Relationship Manager– Custodial Services
Job Summary

Reporting to the Head – Custodial Services, the Relationship Manager will be responsible for business development and client relationship management.

Main duties:

• Business development – growth of assets under custody, deposits and revenue.
• Involvement in product development and diversification – assessment and identification of gaps in the market and development of relevant products to meet that gap.
• Effective deal pipeline management.
• Manage client take-on or divestiture of new business by liaising with trustees/clients and the operations team
• Client retention through pro-active management
• Cross-selling of other Bank’s products
• Preparation of quarterly reports and dispatch to clients
• Presentation of custody reports in client meetings including quarterly meetings and AGMS.
• Training of trustees.
• Timely collection of the unit’s revenue & ensuring there's no leakage of the same.
• Prompt resolution to customer queries derived from customer interactions.

Job specifications:

• A university degree in a business related field
• At least three years experience in relationship management and sales
• Good working knowledge of pension and capital markets regulatory requirements
• Great interpersonal relationship skills
• Communication skills
• Report writing skills
• Presentation skills
• Working knowledge of capital markets and the pensions industry
• 40 years and below

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: RM-CUSTODY/3/HRD/2013

Co-op Bank Foundation Manager

Job Summary
Reporting to the Company Secretary, the role holder will be responsible for the overall day today running and management of the Foundation.

Main duties

This challenging opportunity which involve the following:-

• Develop Strategies and guidelines for the Foundation in line with emerging best practices for consideration and approval by the Trustees.
• Research, develop and submit concept Papers , Project/Funding proposals both financial and narrative to potential Funders.
• Ensure the existing School Fees Bursary Program is run efficiently and sustainably
• Develop and manage a robust Mentorship Program for Students being sponsored by the Foundation both at High School and University level.
• Ensure excellent existence of strong relationships between the Foundation and all the Stakeholders such as Donors, Ministry of Education, Learning Institutions among others.
• Maintain Endowment Campaign records, track pledges, send reminder notices of pledges due, send acknowledgements of donations received, serve as staff contact with endowment team.
• Preparation and  management of the Foundation Budget.
• Preparation of all required reports e.g. reports required by the Main Sponsor (Co-op Bank) and other  Donors.
• Prepare and provide monthly reports to management and other reports required by the Trustees.
• Ensure grant submissions and all reporting meets corporate and foundation guidelines and deadlines.
• Support Investor Relations Department within the Finance Division  in developing  social investment materials and documentation for sustainability reporting.
• Monitor the academic progress of the Students being sponsored by the Foundation
• Ensure adequate branding and visibility of projects.
• Perform general management duties for the foundations team including the development of annual plans, budgets, reports and evaluations and the production of monthly reports for the Trustees.
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation of projects to demonstrate and track impact and generate pertinent reports.

Job Specification & Qualification

The incumbent will be required to possess the following qualifications and attributes:-

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Finance/Accounting or Social Sciences.
• Relevant certification in Foundation Management.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in managing large Foundation/s with a strong focus on fundraising and  program development.
• Experience in managing large Foundations in the areas of Education and Environment will have an added advantage.
• Demonstrated track record in securing and managing substantial grant portfolios with diverse funders.
• Proven ability to write clear, structured, articulate proposals and reports, including financial elements.
• Ability to review and edit documents developed at field level
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage a wide variety of internal and external relationships.
• The ability to handle multiple and often competing deadlines under pressure.

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: CFM/03/HRD/2013

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown below by 31st May 2013.

We are an equal opportunity employer.   

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.
                                                                                                                                      
The Director
Human Resources Division
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd.
P.O. Box 48231-00100
NAIROBI