CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN KENYA::RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY OFFICER

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY OFFICER
Financial Industry
Our client, an Association, in the financial sector is looking to recruit the position of Research and Advocacy Officer, a senior management position within the organisation. The key objective of this position will be to support the Chief Executive Officer and the team strengthening the position of the Associations as a key stakeholder in sector, driving and directing the growth the sector and providing value-adding services to the membership.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the key responsibilities of this role will be to:
Key Accountabilities for this role include:
Undertake market trend analysis in the industry and provide opinion to the Executive Council
Undertake economic & business intelligence – This will involve analyzing the economic trends and indicators and assessing the likely impact on the banking sector and therefore proactively proposing to the Council necessary measures to put in place
On behalf of the Council and banking sector, play advocacy role with government bodies like the Central Bank of Kenya, Kenya Revenue Authority, Retirements Benefits Authority and other stakeholders to lobby for the industry’s interests
Attend forums that may be of relevance to banking sector in Kenya, migrate best practices and advise on future developments of the sector
Develop and deliver the Association’s advocacy and lobbying agenda
Develop evidence-based advocacy messages and/or materials for the membership
Policy tracking and analysis to support advocacy.
Organize dissemination of research products and advocacy events

Position Requirements
The ideal candidate will
have a minimum of 10 years professional work experience with at least 5 year in a management position in a banking / financial institution.
Have

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN KENYA::RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY OFFICER

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY OFFICER
Financial Industry
Our client, an Association, in the financial sector is looking to recruit the position of Research and Advocacy Officer, a senior management position within the organisation. The key objective of this position will be to support the Chief Executive Officer and the team strengthening the position of the Associations as a key stakeholder in sector, driving and directing the growth the sector and providing value-adding services to the membership.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the key responsibilities of this role will be to:
Key Accountabilities for this role include:
Undertake market trend analysis in the industry and provide opinion to the Executive Council
Undertake economic & business intelligence – This will involve analyzing the economic trends and indicators and assessing the likely impact on the banking sector and therefore proactively proposing to the Council necessary measures to put in place
On behalf of the Council and banking sector, play advocacy role with government bodies like the Central Bank of Kenya, Kenya Revenue Authority, Retirements Benefits Authority and other stakeholders to lobby for the industry’s interests
Attend forums that may be of relevance to banking sector in Kenya, migrate best practices and advise on future developments of the sector
Develop and deliver the Association’s advocacy and lobbying agenda
Develop evidence-based advocacy messages and/or materials for the membership
Policy tracking and analysis to support advocacy.
Organize dissemination of research products and advocacy events

Position Requirements
The ideal candidate will
have a minimum of 10 years professional work experience with at least 5 year in a management position in a banking / financial institution.
Have

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Audit Jobs in Kenya

Trans Nzoia Teachers SACCO Ltd in Kenya seeks to fill the below position.
INTERNAL AUDITOR
Jobs Purpose
Reporting to the Audit Committee, charged with responsibility of ensuring compliance of society
activities for Financial and Accounting policies, procedures and Internal controls as well as bringing
systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of Risk Management, control
and governance process.
Qualifications

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SALES JOBS IN KENYAN BANK

DIRECT SALES STAFF
The Employer:
A rapidly expanding local commercial bank with a countrywide network is looking to maintain and
enhance its leadership position in the industry through the recruitment of Direct Sales Staff.
The Candidates
Fresh, young and energetic individuals who have a passion and flair for sales as well as being self-driven
and result-oriented.
The ideal candidates should also be able to work with minimal supervision and possess the ability to
meet and exceed stretching targets.

Main Duty
To aggressively sell and market Bank products on a commission basis
Requirements
• Minimum of KCSE C+ overall grade, with a C+ in Mathematics and English
• Degree/Diploma/Certificate in a business related field will be an added advantage.
•

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PWC HUMAN RESOURCE JOB VACANCY NAIROBI

HUMAN CAPITAL ASSISTANT
Job type: Permanent
Working hours: Full-time
Working days: Day
Application deadline: 8 July 2011
Location: Nairobi
Reference Number: KE7725163730
PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their
clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking,
experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced high calibre individual to fill the position of Human Capital
(HC) Assistant. Reporting to the Human Capital Advisors, the role holder will play a key role in
providing administration support to the Human Capital function and maintenance of Human Capital
administration systems & procedures.
The role
The key responsibilities will include:
• Support the recruitment and selection process in obtaining recruitment documentation as
required from the candidate and recruitment managers/HC advisors.
• Support the HC Advisors in preparing offer letters, contract letters, sending reference check
forms to referees, following through on receipt of completed references
• Conduct HR induction for new staff
• Support HC Advisors in the transfers and transitions of staff by preparation of staff
documentation
• Support the HC advisors in exit and separation processes
• Support the annual contract management audit
• Leave management and reconciliation for staff
• Prepare the monthly payroll advice to Finance
• Prepare standard letters: NHIF, NSSF, Bank Introduction, acknowledgement of resignations
• Prepare immigration documentation e.g. standard letters for entry permits, special pass, travel
visas
•

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PWC HUMAN RESOURCE JOB VACANCY NAIROBI

HUMAN CAPITAL ASSISTANT
Job type: Permanent
Working hours: Full-time
Working days: Day
Application deadline: 8 July 2011
Location: Nairobi
Reference Number: KE7725163730
PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their
clients. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking,
experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced high calibre individual to fill the position of Human Capital
(HC) Assistant. Reporting to the Human Capital Advisors, the role holder will play a key role in
providing administration support to the Human Capital function and maintenance of Human Capital
administration systems & procedures.
The role
The key responsibilities will include:
• Support the recruitment and selection process in obtaining recruitment documentation as
required from the candidate and recruitment managers/HC advisors.
• Support the HC Advisors in preparing offer letters, contract letters, sending reference check
forms to referees, following through on receipt of completed references
• Conduct HR induction for new staff
• Support HC Advisors in the transfers and transitions of staff by preparation of staff
documentation
• Support the HC advisors in exit and separation processes
• Support the annual contract management audit
• Leave management and reconciliation for staff
• Prepare the monthly payroll advice to Finance
• Prepare standard letters: NHIF, NSSF, Bank Introduction, acknowledgement of resignations
• Prepare immigration documentation e.g. standard letters for entry permits, special pass, travel
visas
•

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Internal Auditor Job in Kenya

KENYA CANNERS SAVINGS AND CREDIT CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY LIMITED
Kenya Canners Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited, a leading Sacco with its operations
based in Thika Town wish to recruit the services of a Branch Manager and Internal Auditor.
 
BRANCH MANAGER

Qualifications and Competence:-
• Bachelor of Commerce Degree either in Accounting, Banking, Micro-Finance or Economics.
• Be in possession of CPA (K).
• Must be a good team leader.
• Must have Business Development and Marketing skills.
• Must have good Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
• Have ability to supervise staff.
• Must be Computer Literate.
• Age between 30-40 years.
• Minimum of four years experience in a Sacco environment or Micro-Finance institution.
• Candidates with a diploma in Co-operative Management and experience in SACCO and FOSA
Operations will have an added advantage.
 
INTERNAL AUDITOR
Qualifications and Competence:-
• Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting Option) from a recognized University with minimum
experience of four years in Auditing.
• Be in possession of CPA (K).
• Be computer literate.
• Be able to work independently.

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Jobs in Flight 540 Kenya::Manager Flight Operations

MANAGER FLIGHT OPERATIONS::KENYA
The Jobs
Reporting to CEO, planning and monitoring operational contingencies, with well coordinated cost
effective equipment utilization.
Motivate and show quality technical leadership to Flying and Operations team, injecting professionalism
and guidance to achieving safe operations while adhering to laid down regulations, procedures, KCARs
and recommended practices.

Minimum Qualifications
• ATPL
• 5 Years Command of Heavy aircraft.
• Good education preferably University degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Thorough understanding of Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations.
• Strong knowledge of IT.
• Team Management Training.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of management.
Other desirable Qualifications
• Previous Experience in similar position in reputable organization.
• Proven ability to supervise projects.
• Proven Report writing skills.
• Training in audit, Quality and Safety management.
• Team player.
 
ASSISTANT AIRPORT SERVICES MANAGER
Reporting to Airport Services Manager at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the position is responsible
for motivating Airport team to achieve highest service delivery standards on daily basis.

Minimum Qualifications
• Good Basic education preferably University degree.
• Postgraduate training in service delivery, Operations or Tourism.
• Strong Computer knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• More than 5 years experience in customer contact field.
• Pleasant personality with positive image and comfortable with people.
• Good organizational skills, active and hands-on.
• Ability to delegate and monitor performance.
• Team Player who can relate easily with other managers from other departments.
• Approachable and able to perform appraisals

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Jobs in Flight 540 Kenya::Manager Flight Operations

MANAGER FLIGHT OPERATIONS::KENYA
The Jobs
Reporting to CEO, planning and monitoring operational contingencies, with well coordinated cost
effective equipment utilization.
Motivate and show quality technical leadership to Flying and Operations team, injecting professionalism
and guidance to achieving safe operations while adhering to laid down regulations, procedures, KCARs
and recommended practices.

Minimum Qualifications
• ATPL
• 5 Years Command of Heavy aircraft.
• Good education preferably University degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Thorough understanding of Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations.
• Strong knowledge of IT.
• Team Management Training.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people at different levels of management.
Other desirable Qualifications
• Previous Experience in similar position in reputable organization.
• Proven ability to supervise projects.
• Proven Report writing skills.
• Training in audit, Quality and Safety management.
• Team player.
 
ASSISTANT AIRPORT SERVICES MANAGER
Reporting to Airport Services Manager at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the position is responsible
for motivating Airport team to achieve highest service delivery standards on daily basis.

Minimum Qualifications
• Good Basic education preferably University degree.
• Postgraduate training in service delivery, Operations or Tourism.
• Strong Computer knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• More than 5 years experience in customer contact field.
• Pleasant personality with positive image and comfortable with people.
• Good organizational skills, active and hands-on.
• Ability to delegate and monitor performance.
• Team Player who can relate easily with other managers from other departments.
• Approachable and able to perform appraisals

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JOBS IN KENYA::MINISTRY OF FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR A NATIONAL COORDINATOR ON REDUCING EMISSIONS FROM
DEFORESTATION AND DEGRADATION (REDD+)
NATIONAL REDD+ COORDINATION OFFICER
Reports To: Conservation Secretary
Background
The Government of Kenya has received support from the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF)
under the World Bank towards preparing activities Reducing Emissions through Deforestation and
Degradation (REDD+ Readiness) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for employment of a National
REDD+ Coordination Officer.
REDD+ Readiness activities refer to a set of activities needed to develop a National Strategy and
Implementation Framework to support REDD+ implementation as a Climate Change mitigation process.
In support of these efforts, a REDD+ Readiness Preparation Proposal (RPP) has been prepared which
proposes a number of strategy priority areas and actions to design and test REDD+ measures.
These activities include: a management and consultative approach that will provide the basis of all
activities, (legal, socio-economic environmental and financial arrangements) for subsequent REDD+
implementation; the approach to design Kenya’s Carbon Emissions Reference Scenario; the means for
monitoring the emissions and the approach to assess and subsequently monitor social and environmental
impacts on REDD+ strategies.
Implementation of RPP to deliver the strategy, a reference emission scenario and monitoring system, will
be undertaken over a period of the next three years.
The Kenya REDD+ Readiness efforts will be steered by an Inter-Sectoral National REDD+ Steering
Committee (NRSC) based at the Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife Headquarters at Teleposta Building.
The strategy formulation process will be coordinated under a National REDD Coordination Office
managed by the National REDD Coordination Officer (NRCO). The Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife now
seeks to engage the services of a competent Expert to serve as the NRCO.
Scope:
The scope of this assignment is to ensure successful implementation of Kenya’s RPP and to catalyze the
national REDD+ process in building the national capacity to support REDD+ implementation.
Major Tasks
The NRCO will provide:
Management Support:
The NRCO will provide management support to the National REDD+ Technical Working Group on the
implementation of the REDD+ Readiness programme including: planning and budgeting of activities,
elaborating Terms of Reference for various tasks preparing in consultation with relevant stakeholders);
assist in administering contracts, overseeing budgets, monitoring activities, ensuring due consultation and
participation of the Civil Society and REDD+ stakeholders, and representing the programme in key
REDD+ events, among others as required.
Technical Assistance on REDD+:
The NRCO shall be a qualified professional with technical competence relevant to the REDD+ process to
provide technical assistance and policy advice to Government, the REDD+ Task Forces/Committees and
Civil Society Stakeholders on REDD+ matters.
The main aim is to build capacities, ensure technical quality of the process, ease understanding of key
data and results, and generate consensus among key stakeholders. The Officer should be competent and
familiar with the processes involved in REDD+ strategy including development of a Reference Emission
Scenario and a Monitoring System.
REDD Coordination Support:
The NRCO will support the coordination and advancement of the National REDD+ process. He/She will
also be responsible for coordination of work carried out by the various Task Forces that will be
established to deliver specific components of the strategy. The NRCO will assist in the harmonisation
between the different technical, financial and operational efforts towards REDD+ in the country.
Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

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JOBS IN KENYA::MINISTRY OF FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR A NATIONAL COORDINATOR ON REDUCING EMISSIONS FROM
DEFORESTATION AND DEGRADATION (REDD+)
NATIONAL REDD+ COORDINATION OFFICER
Reports To: Conservation Secretary
Background
The Government of Kenya has received support from the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF)
under the World Bank towards preparing activities Reducing Emissions through Deforestation and
Degradation (REDD+ Readiness) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for employment of a National
REDD+ Coordination Officer.
REDD+ Readiness activities refer to a set of activities needed to develop a National Strategy and
Implementation Framework to support REDD+ implementation as a Climate Change mitigation process.
In support of these efforts, a REDD+ Readiness Preparation Proposal (RPP) has been prepared which
proposes a number of strategy priority areas and actions to design and test REDD+ measures.
These activities include: a management and consultative approach that will provide the basis of all
activities, (legal, socio-economic environmental and financial arrangements) for subsequent REDD+
implementation; the approach to design Kenya’s Carbon Emissions Reference Scenario; the means for
monitoring the emissions and the approach to assess and subsequently monitor social and environmental
impacts on REDD+ strategies.
Implementation of RPP to deliver the strategy, a reference emission scenario and monitoring system, will
be undertaken over a period of the next three years.
The Kenya REDD+ Readiness efforts will be steered by an Inter-Sectoral National REDD+ Steering
Committee (NRSC) based at the Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife Headquarters at Teleposta Building.
The strategy formulation process will be coordinated under a National REDD Coordination Office
managed by the National REDD Coordination Officer (NRCO). The Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife now
seeks to engage the services of a competent Expert to serve as the NRCO.
Scope:
The scope of this assignment is to ensure successful implementation of Kenya’s RPP and to catalyze the
national REDD+ process in building the national capacity to support REDD+ implementation.
Major Tasks
The NRCO will provide:
Management Support:
The NRCO will provide management support to the National REDD+ Technical Working Group on the
implementation of the REDD+ Readiness programme including: planning and budgeting of activities,
elaborating Terms of Reference for various tasks preparing in consultation with relevant stakeholders);
assist in administering contracts, overseeing budgets, monitoring activities, ensuring due consultation and
participation of the Civil Society and REDD+ stakeholders, and representing the programme in key
REDD+ events, among others as required.
Technical Assistance on REDD+:
The NRCO shall be a qualified professional with technical competence relevant to the REDD+ process to
provide technical assistance and policy advice to Government, the REDD+ Task Forces/Committees and
Civil Society Stakeholders on REDD+ matters.
The main aim is to build capacities, ensure technical quality of the process, ease understanding of key
data and results, and generate consensus among key stakeholders. The Officer should be competent and
familiar with the processes involved in REDD+ strategy including development of a Reference Emission
Scenario and a Monitoring System.
REDD Coordination Support:
The NRCO will support the coordination and advancement of the National REDD+ process. He/She will
also be responsible for coordination of work carried out by the various Task Forces that will be
established to deliver specific components of the strategy. The NRCO will assist in the harmonisation
between the different technical, financial and operational efforts towards REDD+ in the country.
Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

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job Vacancies in Kangema,Kenya::Assistant Accountant & Factory Supervisor

Gatunguru Tea Factory Co. Ltd is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, dynamic and self motivated
persons to fill the following job vacancies.

ASSISTANT FACTORY ACCOUNTANT
Reporting to the Factory Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for: -
• Ensuring maintenance of proper books of accounts;
• Preparing monthly financial and management reports;
• Preparing timely and accurate reports;
• Participating in and ensuring sound management of stores;
• Preparing the staff payroll;
• Assisting in the management of bank accounts and tea cess accounts;
• Participating in stock taking.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills & experience:-
• A first degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce from a reputable university and CPA part II;

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Marketing Manager Job Vacancy in AFC::Job in Nairobi,Kenya

The Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) is a state Corporation whose objective is to provide quality
and sustainable customer focused financial services for the development of the agricultural sector in
Kenya. In order to achieve this objective, the Corporation seeks to recruit qualified and experienced
professionals in the following areas:-

MANAGER Ref: No. AFC/BDD/001

The job holder reports to the General Manager – Business Development. He/she heads the Marketing
Division and works closely with corporate communications and will be charged with the following
 
responsibilities:-
• Develop new markets and diversify customer base for the Corporation’s products
• Undertake regular market research to advice management on customer service levels, competitor
analysis, market trends, demand forecast etc.
• Ability to craft contemporary Corporate and Product Marketing Plans
• Spearhead the branding and positioning of Corporation and its products/services
• Participate in the identification of suitable products/services for target customers
• Develop a workable product flow chart for use as a blue print for both new and existing products
• Undertake product development initiatives in liaison with Planning/Resource Mobilization
divisions to respond to market trends
• Plan and direct communication strategies designed to keep internal publics informed of the
Corporations’ programs and policies;

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Health Systems Strengthening Advisor::NGO jobs in Kenya::Public Health Vacancy

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is an international NGO supporting health programs to improve the health of women and their families. Jhpiego-Kenya works in close collaboration with both the Ministry of Medical Services and the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation in the areas of HIV, Malaria, TB, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Reproductive Health and Family Planning.
We are currently looking for a Health Systems Strengthening Advisor for an anticipated project. Appointment to this post is subject to Jhpiego winning the grant.
Health Systems Strengthening Advisor
Reporting to the Chief of Party, the Health Systems Strengthening Advisor will provide technical leadership in strengthening medical training systems in Kenya. S/he will be responsible for preparation of annual work plans and quality implementation of the program and effective coordination of the program with collaborating partners.
 
Responsibilities: 
Provide technical and programmatic leadership in program design and implementation. Strengthening of health training systems and processes that support primary clinic health care and community health service delivery including management of health facilities, equipment, human resources, management of health commodities, patient records etc. Improving delivery of quality primary health care according to evidence-based standards

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Health Systems Strengthening Advisor::NGO jobs in Kenya::Public Health Vacancy

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is an international NGO supporting health programs to improve the health of women and their families. Jhpiego-Kenya works in close collaboration with both the Ministry of Medical Services and the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation in the areas of HIV, Malaria, TB, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Reproductive Health and Family Planning.
We are currently looking for a Health Systems Strengthening Advisor for an anticipated project. Appointment to this post is subject to Jhpiego winning the grant.
Health Systems Strengthening Advisor
Reporting to the Chief of Party, the Health Systems Strengthening Advisor will provide technical leadership in strengthening medical training systems in Kenya. S/he will be responsible for preparation of annual work plans and quality implementation of the program and effective coordination of the program with collaborating partners.
 
Responsibilities: 
Provide technical and programmatic leadership in program design and implementation. Strengthening of health training systems and processes that support primary clinic health care and community health service delivery including management of health facilities, equipment, human resources, management of health commodities, patient records etc. Improving delivery of quality primary health care according to evidence-based standards

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CARE accountant jobs in Kenya::Dadaab

CARE International in Kenya is looking for suitable individuals to fill the following Jobs positions within its Refugee Assistance Program in Dadaab, North Eastern Kenya.  This is a non- family duty station.

COMMODITY ACCOUNTANT (2 POSITIONS) Ref: CA/6/2011

Reporting to the Finance Coordinator, the Commodity Accountants will be responsible for monitoring, recording and reporting Contribution in Kind (CIK) by donors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Reconcile Store records with CIK reports and perform Stock Counts to confirm accuracy.

·         Maintain accurate records for all CIK.

·         Ensure CIK are correctly valued and recorded

·         Prepare Journal entries for booking CIK into SCALA as per CARE policy.

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ILRI RESEARCH OFFICER VACANCY::JOB IN NAIROBI,KENYA

Vacancy Number: RO/PGI/IBLI/06/11
Department: Index-Based Livestock Insurance (IBLI)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: two years with the possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
This position would be part of the team developing, piloting, assessing the impact of, and scaling-up index-based livestock insurance (IBLI) products.  A comprehensive pilot has already been launched in Marsabit district of Northern Kenya and research into its implementation in Southern Ethiopia has already begun (see, www.ilri.org/ibli).   The successful applicant will play a central role in managing and coordinating the research operations for the team.  The IBLI project conducts two large annual household surveys in Northern Kenya and Southern Ethiopia and several other specialized modules throughout the year.  It also utilizes a suite of remotely sensed data.  This position involves coordinating and supervising the implementation of these surveys and will be expected to contribute to survey and research design as well as data analysis  This position also entails overseeing data cleaning and storage, writing reports based on analyzed data and contributing to research papers.


Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of the IBLI research for development agenda (survey instruments, implementation strategy, implementation, data collection and analysis).
• Oversee management of project data: data cleaning and storage, data inventory, data analysis, data mapping.
• Prepare comprehensive survey codebooks that fully describe the survey design, data collection methods, cleaning and inventory process.
• Prepare research reports analyzing and summarizing data.
• Communicate and disseminate research findings which should include participation in meetings and workshops, giving periodic presentations to participating institutions, and communicating to policy makers through web and popular media.
• Contribute to help strengthen existing partnerships and build new and innovative research partnerships.

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ILRI RESEARCH OFFICER VACANCY::JOB IN NAIROBI,KENYA

Vacancy Number: RO/PGI/IBLI/06/11
Department: Index-Based Livestock Insurance (IBLI)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: two years with the possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
This position would be part of the team developing, piloting, assessing the impact of, and scaling-up index-based livestock insurance (IBLI) products.  A comprehensive pilot has already been launched in Marsabit district of Northern Kenya and research into its implementation in Southern Ethiopia has already begun (see, www.ilri.org/ibli).   The successful applicant will play a central role in managing and coordinating the research operations for the team.  The IBLI project conducts two large annual household surveys in Northern Kenya and Southern Ethiopia and several other specialized modules throughout the year.  It also utilizes a suite of remotely sensed data.  This position involves coordinating and supervising the implementation of these surveys and will be expected to contribute to survey and research design as well as data analysis  This position also entails overseeing data cleaning and storage, writing reports based on analyzed data and contributing to research papers.


Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of the IBLI research for development agenda (survey instruments, implementation strategy, implementation, data collection and analysis).
• Oversee management of project data: data cleaning and storage, data inventory, data analysis, data mapping.
• Prepare comprehensive survey codebooks that fully describe the survey design, data collection methods, cleaning and inventory process.
• Prepare research reports analyzing and summarizing data.
• Communicate and disseminate research findings which should include participation in meetings and workshops, giving periodic presentations to participating institutions, and communicating to policy makers through web and popular media.
• Contribute to help strengthen existing partnerships and build new and innovative research partnerships.

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CUSTOMER CARE,RECEPTIONIST,SALES JOBS::JOBS IN KENYA

MANCHESTER OUTFITTERS
We are a leading Uniform Manufacturer in East Africa and are looking for the following posts to be filled:
 
SALES SUPPORT
• Making new leads – visiting / phone leads / face to face
• Servicing existing clients and building customer rapport
• Understand company procedures and abiding by them
• Being understanding and as friendly as possible
• Being able to work under minimum supervision and own intellect
• Provide feedback on work progress to manager
• Preparing well written detailed client reports after interaction with potential clients, from planning
to completion with minimal input from manager
• Set tone of professionalism and integrity with clients
 
CUSTOMER CARE / ADMINISTRATOR
• Be able to communicate as clear and concisely as possible, whether face to face, over the phone
or via email
• Understand the customer’s needs, wants and expectations
• Set maintain and exceed customer service standards
• Being able to follow up clients to see how service can be improved

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HABITECH CONSULTANTS::ARCHITECTURAL JOB VACANCY::DIPLOMA

CLERKS OF WORKS
Applications are invited for the position of clerk of works for a period of three (3) years to be based in
Kisumu Municipality.
Minimum Qualifications
• Five (5) years relevant experience in supervision of building works.
• Degree, Higher National Diploma, or Diploma in Architecture, Building Construction, Construction
Management or Civil Engineering.
• Be conversant with Building Construction practices and quality control

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COOK,ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT,CHEF,ADMINSTRATIVE ASSISTANT VACANCIES::KENYAN JOBS

The College of Insurance was opened in 1992. Its objective is to provide professional and technical
training to employees and other people serving in the insurance industry.
We have aligned ourselves with the Government Vision 2030 by providing professional training in the
insurance sector.
We are now seeking to fill the following key positions:-
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
2 Positions
Job Purpose
Record and maintain high quality and accurate financial transactions in the college to facilitate the
preparation of financial reports.
Description of Duties
• Invoicing of clients and ensuring all sales and income items are promptly captured.
• Posting and updating cashbooks.
• Preparation of bank reconciliations.
• Reconciliation of customer’s ledger accounts and following up on outstanding debts.
• Raising journal vouchers for posting to the general ledger.
• Updating staff debtors’ accounts and ensuring all advance and imprest items are properly and
promptly captured.
• Suppliers and payments processing.
• Preparation of VAT and withholding tax returns as per laid down guidelines.
• Supervising all stock take activities and reporting all variances to the accountant.
• Maintenance of the petty cash books.
• Maintaining files for payments and accounting correspondences.
• Receipting and updating of receipts from other campuses in the system.
• Maintaining a physical cheque register and ensure cheques for payments are dispatched in time,
and properly recorded.
• Handle client’s queries relating to accounts balances and payments.
Minimum Required Qualifications
• ‘O’ level C Plain
• CPA finalist or
• CPA Part II and B.com or its equivalent
Relevant Experience and Key skills
• At least 2 years experience in a busy accounting department.
• Computer skills particularly on different types of spreadsheets and various automated accounting
systems.
• Good Communication skills, good interpersonal skills, good record keeping skills, attention to
detail and good customer care skills.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Honesty and integrity.
COOK
1 Position
Job Purpose
Check daily operations in the Kitchen and ensure production and service of food is done hygienically,
professionally and appropriately.
Description of Duties
• Food and beverage preparation, production and service.
• Liaising with both service and production staff on matters pertaining the days’ menu in terms of
numbers and guests.
• Ensuring production and service of quality and wholesome meals.
• Reporting to the catering officer on matters pertaining to duty allocation.
• Receiving food items for meal preparation from the storekeeper checking on quality and quantity.
• Maintenance of high standards of food, kitchen and personal hygiene.
• Wash-up during and after production and service.
• Minimum Required Qualifications
• Diploma in Institutional Management/Culinary Arts from a recognized institution.
• HND/bachelors degree in Hotel Management
Relevant Experience and Key skills

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UNILEVER KENYA CATEGORY ACCOUNTANT::FINANCE JOBS IN KENYA

CATEGORY ACCOUNTANT - IM AND A&P
Reference: Fin007
Level of experience: Degree
Area of interest: Finance
Location: Nairobi
Company: Unilever K Ltd
Country: Kenya
Salary: N/A
JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
• Prepare on a monthly basis ESA BB information pack.
• Drive forecasting accuracy agenda at brand level across ESA region.
• Drive ROMI agenda across ESA.

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UNILEVER KENYA ESA ACCOUNTANT VACANCY::FINANCE JOBS IN KENYA

ESA ASSISTANT REPORTING ACCOUNTANT
Reference: Fin005
Level of experience: Degree
Area of interest: Finance
Location: Nairobi
Company: Unilever K Ltd
Country: Kenya
Salary: N/A
Job Description
ESA Reporting Assistant
Reports to: Information Management Manager - ESA
Roles and responsibilities
Indirects
• Preparing the Indirects budgets for the cluster
• Indirects Actual Spend tracking
• SCOA+ Compliance
• Indirects Partnering
o Co-ordinate with various functional indirects partners to ensure that they are giving the
required support to their functions and give them the required support
• Adhoc
o Partner the business in identifying and tracking indirects savings projects
o Update the indirects collection templates requested by the region (VPA correction/ YoY
Indirects corrections etc)
o Perform any other tasks as may be assigned by the IM Manager

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SAFARICOM VACANCIES::ENGINEERING JOBS IN KENYA

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Technical & IT Director’s office department
within Technical & IT Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person
who meets the criteria indicated below:

SENIOR RF- STRATEGY ENGINEER
REF: TECHNICAL_RFS_JUNE_2011
Reporting to the Senior Manager-RF Strategy & Support, the holder of the position will be responsible for
planning and selection of radio network technologies, methods and suppliers that best support the
company’s strategy and promote best practice sharing between the regional radio planning teams.
 
Key Responsibilities
• To promote awareness of emerging technologies/methods to both technical staff and
management;
• Identify ways in which we can maximize the radio network resources we currently have and
identify future radio network Requirements/Constraints
• Specify and provide detailed evaluation of the technical solutions, identifying the technical
components and their interrelationships, needed to meet the present and future needs of the
radio network;

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SAFARICOM MESSAGING ENGINEER::ENGINEERING JOBS IN KENYA

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the VAS Technical Department within the Technical
Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria
indicated below:

MESSAGING ENGINEER
REF: TECHNICAL_ME_JUNE-2011
Reporting to the Senior Manager Messaging, the holder of the position will responsible for the Value
Added Services offered to Safaricom subscribers. The main responsibilities will include; Change
Management, System Maintenance, System Faulting and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities
• Ensure the messaging service systems continuously perform within or exceed KPI, ensure ability
of the network to support specific forms of traffic, and to support end user experience SLAs;
• Participate in the implementation of new Projects and/or service enhancements;
• Resolve faults on all equipments deployed for messaging services and escalate to supplier if
required to and follow through until resolution;

Minimum requirements
• Degree in Telecoms engineering/electrical & electronics engineering/IT;
• 2years experience in telecommunication environment with Messaging (voice and data)
equipments.
• CCNA certification;
• Must be able to work without supervision and meet tight deadlines/schedules;
• Analytical, problem solving skills;

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JOBS IN SAFARICOM::SENIOR RADIO PLANNING OPTIMIZATION ENGINEER-KENYAN JOBS

SAFARICOM
We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Western/Rift Regional Network Department
within the Technology Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person
who meets the criteria indicated below:
SENIOR RADIO PLANNING OPTIMIZATION ENGINEER
REF: TECHNOLOGY_ SRPOE _June 2011
Reporting to the Senior Regional Network Planning Manager-Western/Rift the holder of the position will
perform frequency, capacity and cell planning, monitor cluster KPI’s and optimize the network. You will
also maintain accurate site database/ standards for BSS database parameters and resolve escalated
customer issues.
 
Key Responsibilities
• Continuously review the frequency plan to accommodate new sites and ensure overall reduction
in interference levels;
• Analyze traffic trends and generate Capacity upgrade plans in line with traffic models that will
meet the objective;
• Plan for new sites in accordance with the agreed triggers for capacity, quality and coverage sites
and release accurate nominal plans;
• Continuously monitor the quality KPI’s on drive test, scanners and customer complains and
trigger corrective optimization plans and manage to completion;
•

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SAFARICOM VACANCIES AND CAREERS::ADVERTISING MANAGER::JOBS IN KENYA

The Strategic Marketing Department is driven by creativity and innovation and fosters a culture of high performing marketers who deliver outstanding results to our entire subscriber base. To reinforce our
position as clear market leaders, we are looking to fill the following position:
ADVERTISING MANAGER
REF: SM_AMFS_ June 2011
Reporting to the Senior Manager - Advertising, the job holder will be required to work in partnership with
assigned departments and the advertising agencies to ensure that the Advertising strategy is executed in
line with the Business strategy. As a custodian of the Safaricom brand, assist in development of Strategy,
positioning, look and feel for various customer segments as well as manage all advertising and
promotional material for the same.
This role also aims to provide support, guidance and best practices in advertising management,
advertising competitor analysis and developing marketing collateral for all channels of communication in
assigned business segments.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:
• Management of the Creative Agency to deliver according to strategy and manage the creative
process to ensure delivery of above the line, below the line and digital advertising materials for
execution.
• Internal coordination of advertising and promotional briefs to deliver world-class advertising.
Proofing final artwork and securing endorsement.
• Innovation in Advertising practice and programs: understand the consumer issues from research
and learning and apply back into the advertising practices; Analysis of the industry and competitor

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SAFARICOM VACANCY:::SENIOR 3G PLANNING ENGINEER::JOBS IN KENYA

SAFARICOM VACANCIES AND CAREERS
We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Rift Regional Network Department within the
Technical & IT Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who
meets the criteria indicated below:

SENIOR 3G PLANNING ENGINEER
REF: TECHNICAL_3GPE_JUNE_2011
Reporting to the Senior Regional Network Planning Manager- Rift, the holder of the position will manage
and coordinate assigned 3G network projects. Ensure project timelines and standards are met. Ensure all
project reports and documentations are complete and timely.
 
Key Responsibilities
• Planning for new 3G sites in accordance with the agreed triggers for capacity, quality and
coverage sites.
• Release accurate nominal plans, redesigns and integration parameters;
• Regional 3G network capacity planning, monitoring and optimization to ensure that the set
network KPIs performance are achieved;
• Continuously monitor the quality KPI’s on drive test, scanners and customer complains. Trigger
corrective optimization plans and manage to completion;
• Manage site configuration databases, heights and maps topology;
•

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IBM::BUSINESS OPERATIONS- WORK FLOW AGENT (UGANDA)::IT JOBS IN KENYA

BUSINESS OPERATIONS- WORK FLOW AGENT (UGANDA)
Job ID: MBPS-0415049
Job type: Full-time Complementary
Work country: Kenya
Posted: 13-Jun-2011
Work city: Nairobi
Job area: IT & Telecommunications (non consulting)
Travel: 25% travel annually
Job category: Other
Business unit: GlblCRMSolns
Job role: General Personal Service Specialist
Job role skillset: General
Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No
 
description
The Business Operations Work Force Management (WFM) Analyst will report directly to the Shared
Services Manager. (Workforce Management) team will be responsible for analysing workflow trends,
predictions of volume changes and working in conjunction with the scheduling teams to produce
optimised shift planners on a daily, weekly, monthly and three monthly rolling basis. Measuring and
reporting on Real Time Adherence (RTA) will also be a key part of their role
You will also provide performance guidance to ensure that the teams meet/exceed contractual
performance criteria and that workloads are handled according to established performance. This position
provides daily guidance, assists in strategy development, assists in setting and achieving operational

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Jobs in Southern Sudan and Vacancies::Facilitators with Capacity Africa

Capacity Africa Institute and South Sudan Research and Management Institute
 are  looking for part-time facilitators with training expertise  to
support their programme in South Sudan. We are looking for skills and
experience:

  1. Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills
  2. Time Management and Organizational Skills
  3. Results Based Management
  4. Report Writing Skills for Donor Funded Projects
  5. Disaster Management
  6. Project Cycle Management
  7. Proposal Writing, Fundraising & Grants Management
  8. Conflict Management and Peace Building
  9. Proposal Writing Skills for Donor Funded Projects
  10. Financial Management For Non-Financial Managers
  11. Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation
  12. Project Planning and  Management Skills
  13. Advocacy and Networking
  14. Gender Mainstreaming and Development
  15. Facilitation Skills
  16. Communication and Presentation Skills
  17. Staff Capacity Assessment and Development
  18. Strategic Management and Planning
  19. SPSS Training
  20. Training in Research  Methods

Qualifications

The person should have:

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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION JOB OPPORTUNITY::JOBS IN NAIROBI KENYA

Job Opportunities
International Justice Mission is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression. IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials to ensure immediate victim rescue and aftercare, to prosecute perpetrators and to promote functioning public justice systems.
 
Social Worker
Reporting to the Director of Aftercare, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing healing resources to treat the effects of oppression and victimization and also in empowering victims to lessen re-victimization and encourage long-term success. He/She will also facilitate aftercare services to IJM clients and families.
Key Responsibilities 
Complete a needs assessments for all IJM clients in caseload; Develop a treatment plan that clearly details how the needs will be met including the exit plan and seeking for the means of meeting the identified needs; Participate in interviewing clients, especially sexually abused children, to help the investigating team come up with a comprehensive report; Monitor the progress of the Aftercare intervention and report to the Aftercare Director; Assess the emotional and psychological needs of clients of police brutality and illegal detention and suggest the best intervention methodology; Coordinate counseling for all IJM clients and empower them by having them take the leading role in the healing process e.g. by having them contribute to the process; Provide on-going support and encouragement to clients and family during the court process and provide them with information regarding the case at the appropriate time; Facilitate placement of Aftercare clients into education and vocational training opportunities and work towards permanency goals that are in the best interest of

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I CHOOSE LIFE AFRICA::FINANCE OFFICER VACANCY ::JOBS IN KENYA

FINANCE OFFICER
We are seeking a suitable person to fill in the position of Finance Officer.
The details of the vacancy are as follows:
Job Title: Finance Officer
Job Analyst: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Head Office, Nairobi
Job Purpose:
The Finance Officer should ensure the effective functioning of finance department and administration of
finance operations and systems in support of the various programs in the organization. Additionally,
he/she should establish and maintain financial and management procedures, ensure compliance with all
regulatory requirements and ensure adequate resource acquisition for the development of services in
ICL.

Main Tasks
Financial Management duties and responsibilities
• Directs and analyzes studies of general economic, business, and financial conditions their impact
on the organization's policies and operations.
• Appraises the organization's financial position and issues periodic reports on organization's
financial stability, liquidity, and growth.
• Coordinates tax reporting programs and investor relations activities.
• Analyzes, consolidates, and directs all cost accounting procedures together with statistical and
routine reports.
• To focus on the Cost Minimization and profit maximization of the organization.
• Anticipation of funds (capitalization) at a strategic level.
• Anticipation of funds (raising of funds)
• Making financial reports including quarterly management reports for strategic decision making
• Making Balance sheet & profit and loss statements for management decision making.
• Analysis of future earning or expenses (forecasting)
• Prepare reimbursement invoices and send them to the donor for payment
• Prepare and review cash flow projections for the organization to ensure adequate flow and make
necessary recommendations.
Reports
• Oversees and directs the preparation and issuance of the company's annual report.
• Supervise the preparation of donor monthly financial reports for the different projects.
• Presentation of clear and accurate financial data as required on a timely basis. This involves:
o preparing accounts and reconciling balance sheets monthly;
o presentation of income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement monthly
o conducting reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities;
o overseeing budgetary controls;
o monitoring cash flow;
o monitoring performance and efficiency;
o analyzing change and conducting risk assessment.
Budgeting

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HUMPHREY PROGRAM FELLOWSHIP

The Humphrey Program is a Fulbright exchange activity. About 200 Fellowships are primarily funded each year by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State aimed at engaging them in non-degree study and related professional experiences at selected American universities. Launched in 1978, the program now has a network of over 4,200 alumni in 157 countries around the world working to improve their communities and the lives of those in need.

Selected fellows are placed at one of eighteen American universities chosen for excellence in relevant Humphrey fields and for the resources and support they offer Humphrey Fellows. The host campus selection process is open to all universities. This year’s university competition is in the field of Substance Abuse Education, Treatment, and Prevention.

Basic Eligibility Criteria

• an undergraduate (first university or Bachelor’s) degree
• a minimum of five years of full-time, professional experience
• limited or no prior experience in the United States

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HUMPHREY PROGRAM FELLOWSHIP

The Humphrey Program is a Fulbright exchange activity. About 200 Fellowships are primarily funded each year by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State aimed at engaging them in non-degree study and related professional experiences at selected American universities. Launched in 1978, the program now has a network of over 4,200 alumni in 157 countries around the world working to improve their communities and the lives of those in need.

Selected fellows are placed at one of eighteen American universities chosen for excellence in relevant Humphrey fields and for the resources and support they offer Humphrey Fellows. The host campus selection process is open to all universities. This year’s university competition is in the field of Substance Abuse Education, Treatment, and Prevention.

Basic Eligibility Criteria

• an undergraduate (first university or Bachelor’s) degree
• a minimum of five years of full-time, professional experience
• limited or no prior experience in the United States

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PRESYBTERIAN FOUNDATION-PCEA::CEO &SECRETARY JOBS IN KENYA

CEO AND SECRETARY JOBS
The Presbyterian Foundation (the investment arm of the PCEA-KENYA) is experiencing rapid expansion and for
its future growth seeks to employ a qualified person to the position of CEO and Secretary to the
Foundation charged with the day to day direction of management.
The ideal candidate shall have the following competencies, qualification and experience:

Qualification and Experience:
• Must possess a first degree or its equivalent in any business studies, business management and
economics. An advanced degree and experience in investments shall be an added advantage.
• Strong technical knowledge of statistical estimates and relevant qualification such as CFA level 1
• Strong understanding of financial and statistical estimates with ability to read financial statements
such as balance sheet, profit and loss statement and the cash flow
• Computer skills backed by high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office-word, excel and power
point as well as knowledge of statistical software manipulations such as SPSS
• Minimum 7 years experience gained in an operational and customer service background in a
services organization
• Excellent people management and leadership skills, demonstrable maturity with excellent
interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop investment strategies to meet agreed investment objectives

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HOUSING FINANCE KENYA(HFCK)::PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER::JOBS IN NAIROBI

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Housing Finance (HF), Kenya’s largest and leading mortgage company with country wide operations has
an exciting opportunity for talented, dynamic, self-driven and result oriented individual with a commitment
to performance excellence.
Reporting to the Assistant General Manager - Marketing the main purpose for this role will be to position
Housing Finance brand as a premier financial enabler for the property industry in Kenya through relevant
PR drives.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the following Key Result Areas:
• Plan, organize and direct Public Relations activities and events that enhance HF relationship with
various target audience and enhance positive publicity
• Build employee confidence in the Housing Finance brand and products through proactive internal
communication initiatives
• Identify communication opportunities/needs and implement proactive publicity programs to gain
the desired brand recognition within the various target audience
• Identify and implement CSR activities to foster community relations with Housing Finance
• Manage PR agencies and the media to enhance understanding of Housing Finance requirements
and ensure informed and accurate reporting

The ideal candidates should possess:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communication or any other business related
course from a recognized institution

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KITUI WATER AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED::PROCUREMENT OFFICER::job in kitui kenya

KITUI WATER AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED-
PROCUREMENT OFFICERReporting to the Commercial Manager, the incumbent shall be in-charge of procurement section and
advice the Company on procurement matters.

Qualification
A Diploma in Supplies Management, procurement or relevant course from a recognized institution
Experience
Two (2) years working experience in procurement
Knowledge & Skills
• Computer Literate
• Ability to manage a busy store
• Be a person of good repute
 
Main Tasks
• Formulating procurement policies and coordinate the procurement section
• Purchasing of adequate supplies and consumables
• Effective storage,, distribution and monitoring stocks
• Carrying out the regular stock management, including control and verification, and preparing

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KITUI WATER AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED::PROCUREMENT OFFICER::job in kitui kenya

KITUI WATER AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED-
PROCUREMENT OFFICERReporting to the Commercial Manager, the incumbent shall be in-charge of procurement section and
advice the Company on procurement matters.

Qualification
A Diploma in Supplies Management, procurement or relevant course from a recognized institution
Experience
Two (2) years working experience in procurement
Knowledge & Skills
• Computer Literate
• Ability to manage a busy store
• Be a person of good repute
 
Main Tasks
• Formulating procurement policies and coordinate the procurement section
• Purchasing of adequate supplies and consumables
• Effective storage,, distribution and monitoring stocks
• Carrying out the regular stock management, including control and verification, and preparing

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UNILEVER KENYA::CATEGORY ACCOUNTANT-FINANCE::JOBS IN KENYA

CATEGORY ACCOUNTANT - PERSONAL CARE
Reference: Fin006
Level of experience: Degree
Area of interest: Finance
Location: Nairobi
Company: Unilever K Ltd
Country: Kenya
Salary: N/A
 
JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
• Ensuring timely delivery of financials for the Sales and Operational Plan within the forecasting
policy and timings.
• Evaluation of consumer promotions to ensure return on investment.
• Perform post launch evaluations on Key innovations.
• Assist Brand Building (Marketing department) in development of Business cases to support all
innovations.
• Ensure timely pricing reviews across the region.
• Generate transfer prices in conformity with the Unilever TP Policies and within the guidelines
provided by the revenue authorities within ESA countries.
• Ensure accuracy of Cost sheets across the region.
• Monitoring of A&P spend on a monthly basis at activity with liaison with the brand managers.
• Analyze actual category results and coordinate meeting to discuss the same on a monthly basis.
• Ensure accuracy in the allocation of fixed costs to all SKUs (Stock keeping Units).

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SAFARICOM::MARKETING DIGITAL ASSETS MANAGER::KENYA IT JOBS

The Strategic Marketing Department is driven by creativity and innovation and fosters a culture of highperforming
marketers who deliver outstanding results to our entire subscriber base. To reinforce our
position as clear market leaders, we are looking to fill the following position:

MARKETING DIGITAL ASSETS MANAGERREF: SM_MDAM_ June 2011
Reporting to the Senior Manager - Media, the job holder will be involved in day to day management and
coordination of Digital Activities in Safaricom’s online digital assets and other online media in order to
meet Safaricom’s various business objectives in liaison with the Digital Agency

The job holder’s key responsibilities include:
• Management of digital agency relationships, including briefing, with respect to digital channel
strategy, online activity planning, online media choices, scheduling, budgeting, digital creative
and production;
• Management of Safaricom's marketing micro-sites within the corporate website and other subsites/
sites that may be created from time to time;
• Coordination, rationalization and execution of all marketing digital activities to create online
visibility and customer engagement for Safaricom brand, products and services;
• Coordination of briefings and approval of digital agency for development of creative executions
for external communications as per brief from user departments;
• Monitor and report on the digital marketing budget lines associated with Strategic Marketing
• Coordination of the internal and external online media administration process

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SAFARICOM::MARKETING DIGITAL ASSETS MANAGER::KENYA IT JOBS

The Strategic Marketing Department is driven by creativity and innovation and fosters a culture of highperforming
marketers who deliver outstanding results to our entire subscriber base. To reinforce our
position as clear market leaders, we are looking to fill the following position:

MARKETING DIGITAL ASSETS MANAGERREF: SM_MDAM_ June 2011
Reporting to the Senior Manager - Media, the job holder will be involved in day to day management and
coordination of Digital Activities in Safaricom’s online digital assets and other online media in order to
meet Safaricom’s various business objectives in liaison with the Digital Agency

The job holder’s key responsibilities include:
• Management of digital agency relationships, including briefing, with respect to digital channel
strategy, online activity planning, online media choices, scheduling, budgeting, digital creative
and production;
• Management of Safaricom's marketing micro-sites within the corporate website and other subsites/
sites that may be created from time to time;
• Coordination, rationalization and execution of all marketing digital activities to create online
visibility and customer engagement for Safaricom brand, products and services;
• Coordination of briefings and approval of digital agency for development of creative executions
for external communications as per brief from user departments;
• Monitor and report on the digital marketing budget lines associated with Strategic Marketing
• Coordination of the internal and external online media administration process

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INVESTMENT ANALYST::IFC JOB VACANCIES AND CAREERS,NAIROBI,KENYA

INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CORPORATION-INVESTMENT ANALYST - NAIROBI, KENYA - 111081
Basics
Job #: 111081
Title: Investment Analyst JOB - Nairobi, Kenya
Job Stream: Investment
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Close Date: 27-Jun-2011
Background / General description:
The International Finance Corporation s Sub-Saharan Africa Region, is seeking to recruit one Investment
Analyst to provide business development support for the Manufacturing & Services, Agribusiness, and
Health and Education cluster in Sub- Saharan region. The position will report to the Cluster Manager and
will work closely with the Africa business development team and Industry departments with the objective
of securing good investments in the region, gathering market intelligence and establishing strong
relationships within governments and the business communities. The position provides an opportunity to
obtain broad company, project and sectorial experience across a large and diversified range of
businesses. The job holder will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and the work will involve a significant amount
of travel in the region.

Duties and Accountabilities:
• Prepare financial models
• Analyze historical and projected financial statements
• Conduct industry and market research
• Review company, economic and financial information

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INVESTMENT ANALYST::IFC JOB VACANCIES AND CAREERS,NAIROBI,KENYA

INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CORPORATION-INVESTMENT ANALYST - NAIROBI, KENYA - 111081
Basics
Job #: 111081
Title: Investment Analyst JOB - Nairobi, Kenya
Job Stream: Investment
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Close Date: 27-Jun-2011
Background / General description:
The International Finance Corporation s Sub-Saharan Africa Region, is seeking to recruit one Investment
Analyst to provide business development support for the Manufacturing & Services, Agribusiness, and
Health and Education cluster in Sub- Saharan region. The position will report to the Cluster Manager and
will work closely with the Africa business development team and Industry departments with the objective
of securing good investments in the region, gathering market intelligence and establishing strong
relationships within governments and the business communities. The position provides an opportunity to
obtain broad company, project and sectorial experience across a large and diversified range of
businesses. The job holder will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and the work will involve a significant amount
of travel in the region.

Duties and Accountabilities:
• Prepare financial models
• Analyze historical and projected financial statements
• Conduct industry and market research
• Review company, economic and financial information

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Australian High commission kenya::driver/administrative assistant Nairobi jobs

AUSTRALIAN HIGH COMMISSION,
NAIROBI

DRIVER / ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
The Australian High Commission (AHC), Nairobi is seeking applications from suitably qualified individuals for the delivery of quality DRIVING SERVICES and to undertake a range of ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT duties.

DUTIES
As a driver and administration assistant for the High Commission, the successful applicant will perform the following duties:
• Perform work in the operation of a vehicle to ensure safe transportation of AHC personnel and other designated clients to and from various destinations and to assist clients on entry and exit from vehicles as necessary.
• Maintain a variety of records, for example, vehicle log sheets, vehicle requisition forms.
• Plan journey routes ahead of assignments and reassess as required to prevailing road and/or security conditions.
• Drive Head of Mission on a rotational basis
• Independent judgment must be exercised in handling unplanned ad-hoc situations.
• Assume responsibility for care and maintenance of AHC fleet vehicles; wash vehicles and clean interior; take AHC fleet vehicles to garage for maintenance and repair.

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graphic designer vacancy in kenya::kenya IT jobs

Graphic Designer

Reporting to the Main Lead over the entire project period. The project
needs a designer who is a team player and will add value to the entire work.
Part-time and freelance graphic designers are encouraged to apply too.


Key Responsibilities and Requirements
   - Graphic designer needed for a software program development.
   - If you have done Web Design, Graphic Design, Illustration,
   Multimedia or Animation Services, then don't hesitate
   - Familiarity in using various animation and photo editing software is a
   plus
   - Qualification in Graphic Arts will be an added advantage.

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Kentours Sacco Society::accountant job in kenya

Kentours Sacco Society is registered under the Co-operatives Act and draws
its membership from the hospitality industry. We wish to recruit an
Accountant who will also be deputy to the Manager, and invite applications
as follows;


Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:
1.       Full professional qualification in CPA (K)

2.       A degree - Finance/Accounting option will be an added  advantage

3.       Diploma in Co-operative management from a recognized college

   1. Computer skills and knowledge of office software packages
   2. Thorough understanding of accounting concepts and financial procedures
   for Co-operatives societies
   3. Minimum aggregate of 5 years full time experience in a supervisory
   position, 2 of which must be in a Co-operative environment.


 skills
   - Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
   - Judgment and problem solving
   - Planning, organizing and Coaching skills

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tigo management trainee programme::jobs in rwanda

The management trainee Program
The management trainee program seeks to recruit bright African Masters
graduates in order to develop them within 12 months into future leaders at Tigo

Duration: 12 Months

Candidate Profile:
Masters degree in engineering, Business Administration,
Marketing, Economics) who have 0 - 1 year experience.
Excellent command of English but preferably bilingual (English & French)


Send resume to trainee@tigo.co.rw by 20th June 2011

Successful candidates are expected to start on 1st August 2011

SAFARICOM LTD::BRAND PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MANAGER-KENYA IT JOBS

The Strategic Marketing Department is driven by creativity and innovation and fosters a culture of highperforming
marketers who deliver outstanding results to our entire subscriber base. To reinforce our
position as clear market leaders, we are looking to fill the following position:
BRAND PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MANAGER
REF: SM_bprsm _ JUN11
Reporting to the Head of Department Strategic Marketing, the job holder will be required to develop,
implement and maintain Strategic Corporate Communication that influences all go to market
Communication of the Company. Ensure a positive image of Safaricom to the General Public by fostering
Safaricom’s ability to strategically drive the company’s brand image and respond appropriately to the
Customer needs.
The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:
• Coordinate and respond to all queries in respect of Safaricom from the general public, media,
special interest groups etc. Ensure &maintain absolute confidentiality on information obtained and
effectively plan and prepare the required documentation for an approved sponsorship.
• Develop and continuously improve the Brand Public Relations Policy of Safaricom while
monitoring and reporting on the expenditure of the sponsorship activity budget;

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SAFARICOM LTD::BRAND PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MANAGER-KENYA IT JOBS

The Strategic Marketing Department is driven by creativity and innovation and fosters a culture of highperforming
marketers who deliver outstanding results to our entire subscriber base. To reinforce our
position as clear market leaders, we are looking to fill the following position:
BRAND PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP MANAGER
REF: SM_bprsm _ JUN11
Reporting to the Head of Department Strategic Marketing, the job holder will be required to develop,
implement and maintain Strategic Corporate Communication that influences all go to market
Communication of the Company. Ensure a positive image of Safaricom to the General Public by fostering
Safaricom’s ability to strategically drive the company’s brand image and respond appropriately to the
Customer needs.
The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:
• Coordinate and respond to all queries in respect of Safaricom from the general public, media,
special interest groups etc. Ensure &maintain absolute confidentiality on information obtained and
effectively plan and prepare the required documentation for an approved sponsorship.
• Develop and continuously improve the Brand Public Relations Policy of Safaricom while
monitoring and reporting on the expenditure of the sponsorship activity budget;

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WORLD VISION KENYA::GRADUATE INTERNSHIP

World Vision Kenya is a leading non-governmental Christian humanitarian, relief, development and
advocacy organization with projects in most parts of Kenya. We wish to urgently recruit highly competent,
proactive and self driven people to fill the following positions within our organization.
 
GRADUATE INTERNSHIP
Job Title: Graduate Internship
Country: Kenya
Location: Nairobi
Closing Date: July 08 2011
Description
• Graduates who have completed degree courses in a relevant field of study as identified by WVK
in the year.
• Graduates who are either benefits of child sponsorship, or have experienced the impact of WV's
community development in their homes will be given priority rating
• Graduates who are willing to commit their time on the project for one year

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WORLD VISION KENYA::GRADUATE INTERNSHIP

World Vision Kenya is a leading non-governmental Christian humanitarian, relief, development and
advocacy organization with projects in most parts of Kenya. We wish to urgently recruit highly competent,
proactive and self driven people to fill the following positions within our organization.
 
GRADUATE INTERNSHIP
Job Title: Graduate Internship
Country: Kenya
Location: Nairobi
Closing Date: July 08 2011
Description
• Graduates who have completed degree courses in a relevant field of study as identified by WVK
in the year.
• Graduates who are either benefits of child sponsorship, or have experienced the impact of WV's
community development in their homes will be given priority rating
• Graduates who are willing to commit their time on the project for one year

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CHIGWELL HOLDINGS LIMITED::KENYA IT JOBS

A private Real Estate Development Company seeks to fill the following position:-

SITE REPRESENTATIVE
Requirements
• Diploma in Sales & Marketing
• Willing to work anywhere in Kenya
• Excellent oral and written communication skills is a must
• Experience in Real Estate sales is an added advantage

Send application and CV to info@chigwell.co.ke by 17th June 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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UNITED NATIONS-ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT&INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSISTANT VACANCIES::KENYA IT JOBS

INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSISTANT
Job Title: INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSISTANT, G5
Department/ Office: UNITED NATIONS OFFICE AT NAIROBI
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Posting Period: 27 May 2011-26 June 2011
Job Opening number: 11-IST-UN OFFICE AT NAIROBI-19447-R-NAIROBI
Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON) is the UN Headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary General.
We support programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme
(UN-HABITAT) globally as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services.
(www.unon.org). This position is located in the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON), Human Resources Management Service
(HRMS) in the Information Systems Unit (ISU).
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Associate Human Resources Officer (ISU), the incumbent will perform the following duties: -
• Support: Act as focal point for HRMS/ISU Helpdesk registering trouble tickets received; Provide first level support and
implement solutions on issues requests within the HRMS domain; Assign trouble tickets to the designated support personnel
in HRMS/ISU; Escalate issues to the second level of support as necessary; Liaise with other team members to facilitate
completion of service requests within the stipulated SLAs; Maintain regular contact with clients and keeping them informed of
progress; Keep the helpdesk system up-to-date; Generate reports from the helpdesk system; Analyze support statistics and
identify focus areas requiring user training; Update and maintain a knowledge database of IT solutions; Maintain a
professional helpdesk image at all times.
• Reporting: Extract data from IMIS and other HR systems and update the HRMS data warehouse; Create ad-hoc report
according to client specifications using a variety of reporting tools; Generate and distribute routine reports; Analyze and
suggest improvements for increased efficiency report generation and delivery; Keep abreast of development in technology
within the field reporting.
• Automation: Participate in automation of HR processes; Facilitate training and support to users of new and existing
application used in HRMS; Design and develop HR applications according to specifications; Liaise with Information and
Communications Technology Service and HRMS/ISU to ensure applications are designed and developed according to the
specifications and delivered on time; Update and modify information on HRMS/ISU Intranet portal and ensure that it is kept
up-to-date.
• Training; Participate in the design of training courses; Assist in the preparation of the training environment; Assist in the
delivery of training courses on HR related applications; Training and mentoring of junior HRMS/ISU staff in HR applications,
support and reporting.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Knowledge of relevant programming language(s) and basic programming skills; Good technical skills, ability
to participate in development and maintenance of applications, provide user support; Ability to respond to changing
requirements and assignments, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given; Shows pride in work and
in achievements; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is
motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’
ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in
accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team
accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’
point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies
clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’
environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets
timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; Understands applicability and limitation of technology to
the work of the office; Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
Completion of secondary education, supplementary courses in information technology or other related fields required
Work Experience
A minimum of 5 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience in Information Technology field. Working experience with
relational databases, reporting writing tools and MS office required. Experience in a helpdesk and IT support environment desirable
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written
English is required. Knowledge of another United Nations Officials language is an advantage.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions
of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat
is a non-smoking environment.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competencybased
interview.
Special Notice
Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from
the duty station is identified. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order to take-up the appointment. Staff
members are subject to the authority of and assignment by the Secretary-General. All staff are expected to move periodically to new
functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
No Fee

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KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS-ASSISTANT TECHNICIAN::KENYAN JOBS

KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS
The Kenya Bureau of standards (KEBS) is a statutory organization of the Government of Kenya established by the Standards Act, Cap
496 of the laws of Kenya in July 1974. The mandate of KEBS is to provide Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment
services through Promotion of standardization in commerce and industry, Provision of testing and calibration facilities, Control of the
use of standardization marks, undertaking educational work in standardization, Facilitation of the implementation and practical
application of standards, Maintenance and dissemination of the International System of Units (SI) of measurements.
KEBS wishes to recruit innovative and result oriented individuals for the following positions.
ASSISTANT TECHNICIANS INSPECTION, CIVIL
Reporting to: Officer in charge
Key Responsibilities:
• Carrying out quality inspection of imported goods.
• Enforce Kenya /approved standards and Legal Notice No. 78
• Draw and submit samples for laboratory analysis.
• Receive, interpret and forward laboratory reports to importers.
• Advice importers on KEBS import regulations/ Standards.
• Recommend Seizure and destruction or reship substandard/ counterfeit goods.
• Recommend release of goods meeting the requirements the relevant Kenya/ approved standards.
• Maintain inspection records/ data.
• Provide information necessary for development of new Kenya standards or review of existing ones.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Job grade: KS 8
Minimum academic qualification: Diploma in Civil engineering
Professional qualification

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