Administration Position

Reporting to the MFI Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing effective and efficient logistical and administrative support to the company.

Key Responsibilities
* Administering and overseeing the office requirements related to procurement and operations.
* Assisting with preparation of business presentations i.e. texts, overhead and electronic presentations.
* Assist in planning, scheduling and organizing meetings.
* Designing, maintaining and archiving files.
* Interfacing with various departments to collect information and responding to requests.
* Compiling and distributing staff meeting minutes.
* Taking part in administrative duties and special projects as required.
* Attending to customer enquiries.

Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience
* The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
* A Bachelors degree in Business administration /Secretarial studies or related field.
* Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position.
* Excellent command of English language both verbal and written.
* Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage own workflow.
* Must be computer literate.
* Must be mature, well organized, reliable and able to work under pressure

How to apply
If you believe you fit the required profile, please write in confidence to the address below by 29th December 2010. A detailed Curriculum Vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience and present position should be sent together with copies of academic certificates and testimonials. In addition, please provide your day telephone number, e-mail address and names of three referees to:

The General Manager – Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Tea Development Agency Ltd
P.O. Box 30213 – 00100
NAIROBI
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Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Aghan Khan School - Teaching positions

The Aga Khan High School, Nairobi wishes to invite applicants for the following positions:

History/Geography Teacher – 8-4-4 and IGCSE up to A-Level

Requirements:

Applicants must have a B.Ed and a minimum of 5 years experience in a reputable school with experience in teaching the IGCSE Curriculum.

CISCO/ICDL Instructor

Requirements:

Applicants must have a Bachelors Degree (specialization in Information Technology), ICDL and CISCO Certification and at least 5 years experience in a reputable school or institution.

Interested applicants should submit their CV to Aga Khan High School, Nairobi by 3rd January 2011.

Aga Khan High School, Nairobi
P.O. Box 42171-00100, Nairobi
Email: akhsn@akesk.org

Program Assistant (Volunteer)

Job Purpose:
This position will entail providing the PEN Programmes with a variety of programmes and administrative related duties to ensure that the programme objectives are met.

Job Description

• Assist in organizing organizational development (OD) workshops and seminars for participating partner organisations.
• Assist the programme team in the development of OD training materials/Manuals.
• Taking periodical stocks of resource materials and giving recommendations
• Participate in preparation of OD trainings, monitoring, report writing and documentation
• Assist the programme team in the preparation of monthly and quarterly progress reports
• Provide support to the programme team in areas of field visits, and managing the OD plans.
• Assist in the development of programme databases
• Research on CSO capacity building approaches and models, and advice on best practices that can be adopted/adapted for PEN’s CSOs programme.
• Participate in PEN training activities for CSOs
• In collaboration with the Administration Officer, prepare logistics for the successful workshops and seminars under the department.
• Any other duties as assigned by Program Manager.

Qualifications

• At least a first degree in social science or development studies. A post-graduate diploma in development studies will be an advantage.
• Good spoken and written English and excellent Computer skills
• A minimum of two good references

Personal Qualities

• Interested in development
• Team-player
• Ready to learn and apply lessons learned
• A good planner and organiser you will have an excellent attention to detail in your work. Good diary management skills are also essential to this role.
• You will have good interpersonal/public-relations skills and be able to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Be prepared to work under minimum supervision
• Must be a team player and willing to learn on the job and apply lessons learned.
• Willing and able to travel to rural communities

If you feel you posses the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your resume and application letter with your cell phone contact to the address below;

The CSO Capacity Building Manager
Poverty Eradication Network (PEN)
AACC Compound
Waiyaki Way
Westlands
P. O. Box 4932-00200
Nairobi

Or email your application to: info@penkenya.org

On or before 31st December 2010.

The IRC will implement a project in the Turkana District titled ‘APHIAplus Northern Arid Lands Service Delivery Project’.

Applications are requested from qualified persons for the following positions.

Behavior Change and Communications Coordinator (Lodwar)

The BCC Coordinator will provide leadership in the design, development and implementation of interventions which help people adopt positive behaviors thereby reducing communities’ and individual’s risk to disease, infection and injury.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs1@kenya.theirc.org

Data Manager (Lodwar)

The Data Manager will work closely with the provincial and district level Ministry of Health (MOH) Health Records Information Officers providing training and necessary support for data collection, analysis, and dissemination at all levels of health service delivery.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs2@kenya.theirc.org

District Community Coordinator (Lodwar)

The District Community Coordinator has the primary responsibility for management of the community level activities of the project and foster and strengthen linkages between communities and the health facilities that serve them.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs3@kenya.theirc.org

District Facility Coordinator (Lodwar)

The District Facility Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing technical assistance provided by the project in the area of service delivery, both facility-based and outreach services by public, non-profit and private sectors.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs4@kenya.theirc.org

Outreach Programs Specialist (Lodwar)

The Outreach Programs Specialist will provide technical leadership to the community outreach programs, improving scale-up/delivery of community outreach activities and targeting the most at-risk populations.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs5@kenya.theirc.org

Service Delivery Specialist (Lodwar)

The Service Delivery Specialist (SDS) will provide and mobilize technical assistance to support development of health providers managing and implementing program-relevant HIV, MCH and RH/FP services at the districts’ and community level.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs6@kenya.theirc.org

All interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter and an updated CV (Do Not attach Certificates) to the following email address: hr@kenya.theirc.org by 23rd December, 2010.

IRC is an equal opportunities employer

The Company

Del Monte Kenya Limited wishes to fill existing vacancies for the positions indicated below. The individuals will join a high achieving management team, in various Departments.

1) Industrial Relations Officer

Position Scope:

The position reports to the Human Resources Manager.

• Collection of data for CBA negotiations, preparation and participation in negotiations at renewal.
• Receiving and handling grievance and disputes
• Counseling and disciplinary process
• Preparation of defense in court cases arising out of Industrial actions
• Custodial of factory seasonal records and updates.

Person Profile:

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• A University degree in Social Sciences.
• Higher National Diploma in Business or Human Resources Management.
• Knowledge in Kenyan law will be an added advantage.
• Aged between 25 and 35 years.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar position.
• Must be results oriented and ready to work for long hours.

2) Medical Lab Technician

Position Scope:

The position reports to the Company’s Matron.

Person Profile:

The candidate should possess the following minimum requirements:-

• A Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
• Post Basic Training.
• Computer skills.
• Aged between 25 and 35 years.
• Minimum 3 years experience in similar position.

3) Agriculture Supervisors

Position Scope:

The positions report to Agricultural Foremen. They are responsible for:-

• Planning, organizing and coordinating labor, equipment and materials.
• Monitoring performance of each activity and directing necessary corrections.
• Providing timely and accurate reports on work performance.
• Performing administrative duties, training and motivating subordinates.

Person Profile:

• Should be a holder of a degree in Agriculture or a closely related course.
• Diploma holders with over 5 years experience will be considered.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Agriculture operations.
• Must be Computer literate.
• Holders of a valid Driving License will have an added advantage.
• Must be capable of working independently, without close supervision and meet strict deadlines.
• Aged between 25 to 35 years.

4. Technical Machine Operators

Positions Scope:

The positions report to the Production Supervisors, and will be responsible for:

• Carrying out pre-start checks and ensuring that the relevant production equipment is in good and safe working condition.
• Requesting for necessary material and monitoring the same during production.
• Carrying out machine CIP as per requirement.
• Performing the necessary checks of specified parameters during production.
• Rectifying breakdowns of equipments as necessary.
• Recording of necessary production data.
• Observing safety procedures, food safety requirements and good housekeeping during operation.

Person Profile:

• Aged between 25 and 35 years.
• Diploma certificate in mechanical/electrical/instrumentation.
• At least 2 years working experience in food processing factory on similar position.
• Candidates with experience in TBA machines and other aseptic systems will certainly have an added advantage.
• Must be capable of working independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Must be results oriented and ready to work for long hours.
• Must be a team builder.

Del Monte is an equal opportunity employer and the above positions offer excellent career prospects.

If you believe you fit the required profile, please apply in confidence to the address below by 31st Dec 2010, providing curriculum vitae that contain details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees.

The Human Resources Manager
Del Monte Kenya Limited
P.O Box 147
Thika – 01000

Tour Consultant

Our client, middle sized and ambitious Tour Operator based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Tour Consultant.

The successful candidate will be required to :

• Have a thorough knowledge of the East Africa Tourism Product
• Be a graduate of a recognized University majoring in Tourism
• Be fully conversant with all aspects of Tour Operations such as itinerary planning, reservations, tour quotations and customer service
• Have a minimum two years experience in a similar position
• Be Computer literate with relevant experience in Microsoft Office, Internet and email – generally have good IT skills
• Be a good team player and have good interpersonal and written / oral communication skills
  
  
  
• Be prepared to work in a busy office with minimum supervision
• Sales, Marketing and Product Development training and experience will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of some Outbound Tour Destinations will be an added advantage.
• Candidates with a diploma in Tour Operations encouraged applying.

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To apply, kindly send you CV ONLY to jobs@flexi-personnel.com to reach us not later than Friday 10th December 2010.

Weighbridge Manager

We are an International Organization with offices in most major towns in the Country. We have a vacancy for the below position which we need to fill urgently.

Positions: Weighbridge Manager

Required Qualifications and Experience:

The candidate for this position shall possess a University Degree (BSc or BA) from a recognised University or a Certified Public Secretary (CPS) certificate at final level.

She/he shall demonstrate competence and a minimum of eight (8) years proven experience in Business Administration, and a wide experience with Public or Private Sector and Administration / Management of a Technical Facility / Project in a similar capacity.

The candidate should be of high integrity, be well versed with the Laws of Kenya, especially, the Penal Code, the Civil Procedure Code, Company Law, Public Roads Act and the Traffic Act (CAP 403) of the Laws of Kenya.

Applicants with experience in the Management of Weighbridges or Weighbridge related projects such as Experienced Weighbridge Technical Managers, Sales and Service Engineers shall have an added advantage.

This is a Senior Management position that calls for a person with proven leadership skills who is able to independently deliver results for set targets within stringent deadlines.

The candidate should be computer literate, preferably with a good knowledge of MS Project and should have good communication and excellent Public Relations skills.

Others Qualifications:

All applicants for above position must be Kenyan female/male citizens aged below 45 years, Physically fit, able to work long hours with minimum supervision, high integrity, honest, firm and team player

Terms of Employment:

Employment shall be on permanent and pensionable terms subject to satisfactory performance.

Other terms are negotiable, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Send your application by e-mail attaching your CV, Academic and Professional Certificates and relevant Testimonials by e-mail to mngr.recruit@gmail.com not later than Friday 10th December 2010. Provide your day time telephone number.

Technical Consultant – Microsoft Sharepoint

Qualification:

Ø Bachelor’s degree in computers or in the related area

Minimum 2 - 8 years of prior experience in the relevant area

Required skills:

Technical :

• Strong MS Technology expertise including MS SharePoint
• Good Understanding and Hands on experience on SharePoint Object Model
• SharePoint Portal Level Customization with SharePoint Designer, Customizing Master Pages and Team sites
• Good experience to working on Web based applications.
• Prior exposure to working on any ERP application/product

General:

• Good experience in software development life cycle and testing methodologies
• Good working knowledge on Process methodologies
• Good analytical, problem solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Good team player, Needs to have zeal and enthusiasm to quickly learn and contribute.
• Needs to be Sincere, honest and committed

CVs to be sent to: hr@technobrainltd.com

CYBER ATTENDANT

CYBER ATTENDANT - A LADY

A leading cyber in Pipeline (plot 10 ) near Free Pencotal Church(FPC) is looking for a competent personnel to fill the position of cyber attendant.

Requirements
- Aged between 20- 30 years old
- Must be computer literate and well conversant with ms office and Cyber operations
- Able to Multi -task
- Good communication and public relation skills will be added adveantage

apply to the:
Administrator
SWIFTNET CYBER
EMAIL: guchu082@yahoo.com

WRITERS NEEDED

writer (12 Posts)

A leading online company is looking to hire dynamic, competent and creative writers on part- time basis . If you believe you are a good writer sent your details RESUME to: careerafrica@mail.com

payment through m-pesa, Zap and Paypal

Scale : 0.3 - 13 dollars per article /page

Kenya Red Cross JOBS

The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created in 1965 through an Act of Parliament, CAP 256 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Society has aligned its organisational structure with its strategic direction aimed at decentralising decision making authority to its Regional and Branch network where the core business takes place.

The Society seeks to invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following positions:

Position Title: Branch Coordinator (2 Positions)

Reporting to: Regional Manager

Job Location: Malindi and Makueni

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Regional Manager for effective coordination of Branch planning, budgeting and coordinating the implementation and delivery of high quality integrated humanitarian services and strengthening the capacity of Branch Governance as well as youth and volunteer development

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development and implementation of the annual plan and budget under the direction of the Branch Committee.
• Coordinate dissemination of KRCS Volunteer and Youth Policy and guidelines outlining their recruitment and selection, deployment, training and development, in order to achieve a self-sustaining network of volunteers.
• Disseminate KRCS Membership Policy and guidelines, coordinate elections and build the capacity of Branch Management committees to ensure a more accountable and transparent governance.
• Coordinate risks mapping and vulnerability capacity assessment activities to plan, prepare, respond and mitigate disaster impacts.
• Coordinate implementation of disaster management programmes to effectively respond to natural and man made disasters.
• Coordinate implementation of capacity building programmes to effectively prepare staff, volunteers and communities to respond to disasters, restore family links as well as put in place systems for community reconstruction and environmental conservation
• Coordinate implementation of integrated community-based programmes that includes Public Health, Social Services, Water and Sanitation, Disease Prevention and Control as well as Emergency Health Care Management.
• Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, Government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organisational effectiveness.
• Prepare periodic project status reports and oversee the documentation and reporting of programmes to ensure compliance with stipulated requirements, coordinate timely responses to donor inquiries as well as inform on problems and constraints on programme delivery.
• Dissemination of the Ideals and Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and International Disaster Response Law (IDRL)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development, Environmental Health, Human Ecology or equivalent qualifications and a certificate in Project Management.
• Over three (3) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating community-based programmes in emergency/relief context.

Position Title: Institutional Development Manager

Reporting to: Head of Regional Capacity Development

Job Location: Headquarters (Nairobi)

Overall Purpose

The Institutional Development Manager will be charged with the responsibility to plan, implement and coordinate the KRCS branches’ development in line with the mandate of the Society in collaboration with partners and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop systems and structures for coordination between Headquarters and Branches.
• Identify training needs, plan and organise training programmes for Governance at the Headquarters and Branch levels.
• Identify training needs for volunteers, plan and organise training programmes and evaluate the same.
• Develop Rules and Regulations for use by branches.
• Evaluate and monitor branch performance as well as compliance to the KRCS Constitution as well as other policies and provide technical support as may be required in interpretation of the same.
• Compile detailed accurate reports for the National Executive and Development Committees as well as other donors and stakeholders.
• Liaise with other departments to establish their programmes and relevance to community as well as their impact on branch development.
• Assist branches in developing and implementing activities including resource mobilisation activities and developing project proposals.
• Liaise with relevant administrative authorities, other organisations, partners and stakeholders to enhance branch activities.
• Organise, coordinate and conduct recruitment campaigns at the Headquarters and Branch levels.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Masters Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications with certificates in Project Management and HR Management Four (4) years experience in a similar position with good knowledge of grassroots, Programme design, management and implementation, communication and networking, monitoring and supervision, report writing and development of policy documents.
• Broad knowledge and sound background of Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.

Position Title: Youth Development Officer

Reporting to: Institutional Development Manager

Job Location: Headquarters (Nairobi)

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Institutional Development Manager for the effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of youth, membership and volunteer development programmes.

Specific responsibilities include establishment of youth committees and resource centres, conducting volunteer and membership drives, creating linkages with international networks as well as main streaming gender in all youth and volunteer activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop youth and volunteer development strategic plan and budget in line with the Society’s strategic objectives.
• Conduct gap analysis to determine organisational needs for various youth and volunteer services and develop participative programmes aimed at strengthening the youth and volunteers to participate in the delivery of humanitarian services.
• Develop, update and disseminate National Youth Policy and guidelines for young persons aged between 7 and 30 years outlining their recruitment, training, deployment and participation, so as to ensure succession and continuation of the Red Cross movement countrywide. In addition, establish youth committees at the Branch and Regional levels as well as youth resource centres countrywide.
• Develop, update and disseminate National Membership Policy and guidelines, coordinate elections and build the capacity of Regional and Branch management committees to ensure a more accountable and transparent Governance structure.
• Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening the youth with capacity to provide community-based humanitarian relief services.
• Develop and periodically update computerised database information system to ensure that all records and statistics pertaining to the youth and members are properly classified and maintained for rapid access and retrieval.
• Prepare funding proposals and appeals for assistance in line with the strategic plan by ensuring adherence to donor requirements
• Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, Government agencies, the private sector and other players.
• Develop and implement lobby and advocacy programmes with a view to reform laws and policies that hamper the implementation of youth and volunteer programmes.

Minimum Qualifications

• A University degree in Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications in Youth Development Issues.
• Over three (3) years experience in developing and implementing youth and volunteer development programmes in non-profit organisations.
• Broad knowledge of Youth, Volunteer and Membership Management Policy and Operating Management Systems will be an added advantage.

Position Title: Public Health Manager

Reporting to: Head of Health & Social Services

Job Location: Headquarters (Nairobi)

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Health Department for the effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of integrated and sustainable community-based Disease Prevention and control programme encompassing Reproductive Health, Public Health, Nutrition and Hygiene promotion to prevent infectious diseases reduce mortality and improve maternal-child health among vulnerable populations.

Other responsibilities include reducing the potential for hazardous environmental problems by researching, analysing data, reporting and liaising with other health agencies, especially the Ministry of Hearth, to ensure that the expansion of additional programmes meet international humanitarian standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Branches, Regions and other stakeholders to develop community based disease prevention and control strategic plan and budget.
• Coordinate technical assessment through multi-agency teams to establish critical community-based primary health care needs as well as follow-up investigations of reported infectious diseases to determine source, contacts and carriers of disease, in order to develop strategies for prevention and elimination of such diseases.
• Develop strategies for integrating community-based disease prevention and control programmes aimed at combating the spread of infectious diseases such as malaria and cholera.
• Develop and implement primary health care interventions including immunization campaigns of vaccine preventable diseases such as measles, polio and nutritional deficiencies through mobile medical outreach and health camps
• Contribute to the design, development, implementation and evaluation of a community awareness campaigns, including capacity building programmes aimed at equipping and strengthening staff, volunteers and communities with capacity to provide community-based disease prevention and control programmes.
• Coordinate preparation of funding proposals and appeals for material assistance in Jine with the strategic plan by ensuring adherence to donor requirements
• Develop strategies for strengthening collaborative partnerships and networks with stakeholders, donors, Government agencies, the private sector and other players to ensure implementation of programmes that enhance organisational effectiveness.
• Coordinate monitoring afid evaluation of donor funded programmes by staff in order to evaluate progress, ensure accountability, determine impact and report on significant achievements to ensure organisational learning

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant post-graduate qualification such as Masters Degree in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent qualifications such as epidemiology and nursing.
• Over five (5) years experience in planning, implementing and evaluating community-based Primary Health Care programmes in emergency/relief context.
• Experience in Malaria programming will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of Public Health, Humanitarian Relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering will be an added advantage.

The successful candidates must be results-oriented, customer-focused and team players with proven track record in resource mobilisation, lobbying and advocacy, computer skills, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills as well as high level of integrity.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their: Application letter, Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees, one of whom should be former employer, personal contacts such as telephone, e-mail and postal address.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General

Kenya Red Cross Society

P. O. Box 40712-00100 Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday 3rd September 2010.

EAST AFRICA JOBS

Are you willing to set new standards in a leading motor vehicle spares and accessories company with an East African
Can you think ‘outside the box’ and be passionate about your career and set new standards? Then here is position for you;

Positions Available

1. Suspension Division Manager

RE: CSD/ SMD – AUG 2010

You must have a minimum of BSc in business or engineering with superior standing. You must have a passion for automobiles and suspension systems, with a minimum of 3 years experience in both commercial (sale and marketing) and technical areas. You should have excellent written and oral communication skills, and be able to impart technical training to persons without a technical background.

2. Product Sales Manager

RE: CSD/ PSM – AUG 2010

You must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in sales and marketing or business. You must have a passion for sales and marketing, with 1 to 3 years experience. While the position is based In Nairobi, most of your time will be spent travelling all across the country to expand your market.

3. Workshop Manager - CSD/ WM – AUG 2010

You must have a diploma or degree in a technical field, and 2-3 years of experience managing a busy workshop. You will be required to manage a prestigious retail workshop with state-of-the-art equipment and a high turnover of customers.

If you meet the above criteria, send your CV clearly marked with the job reference, to

P.O. Box 14207-00800, Nairobi, Kenya no later than September 3rd 2010, or email it to dipti@crescoskills.co.za