Vacancy Technical Officer III, Monitoring & Evaluation
Rrecruiter FHI 360
Country Kenya
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology--creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Technical Officer III, Monitoring & Evaluation, in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position Description:
The Senior Technical Officer (STO), Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) will lead the design and implementation of a comprehensive M&E plan and activities for a public health project in Kenya, focusing specifically on systems for collecting data to measure project implementation, effectiveness, quality assurance, documentation and reporting. The position overseas implementation of data management and M&E activities in accordance with guidelines stipulated by the funder and the Government of Kenya and regularly updates project staff on progress towards implementation of the work plan and designing methods for demonstrating program outputs, outcomes and impact. Position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and is contingent upon receipt of award and funder approval of key personnel.
Friday 27 December 2013
Vacancy Chief of Party (Project Director)
Recruiter FHI 360
Country Kenya
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology--creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party (Project Director), in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position Description: The Project Director / Chief of Party (COP) will be the project’s senior supervisor and will oversee all aspects of performance for a public health project in Kenya. Under the supervision of the Country Director, the COP will serve as the project’s principal contact point for funder, government, civil society, and implementing partners. The COP will supervise and oversee project staff and consultants. S/he will have overall responsibility for ensuring that procedures are established and adhered to for activity development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, procurement, budgeting, and financial accounting. S/he will provide overall supervision of implementing partners and ensure timely progress against schedules, achievement of deliverables, and quality of results. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and is contingent upon receipt of award and funder approval of key personnel.
Recruiter FHI 360
Country Kenya
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology--creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Party (Project Director), in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position Description: The Project Director / Chief of Party (COP) will be the project’s senior supervisor and will oversee all aspects of performance for a public health project in Kenya. Under the supervision of the Country Director, the COP will serve as the project’s principal contact point for funder, government, civil society, and implementing partners. The COP will supervise and oversee project staff and consultants. S/he will have overall responsibility for ensuring that procedures are established and adhered to for activity development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, procurement, budgeting, and financial accounting. S/he will provide overall supervision of implementing partners and ensure timely progress against schedules, achievement of deliverables, and quality of results. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and is contingent upon receipt of award and funder approval of key personnel.
Risk Assessment Services - International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc.
Vacancy Risk Assessment Services
Recruiter International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc.
Country Kenya
Closing date: 11 Jan 2014
IBTCI is seeking proposals from interested vendors for the provision of risk assessment services for a USAID-funded program based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The program provides program and technical support services to USAID in Kenya and Somalia.
It is anticipated that proposals will suggest solutions for Risk Advisory, Security Advisory, Policy Development and Training Support services.
How to apply:
Please submit proposals to mepsrecruiting@ibtci.com by January 11, 2014.
Recruiter International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc.
Country Kenya
Closing date: 11 Jan 2014
IBTCI is seeking proposals from interested vendors for the provision of risk assessment services for a USAID-funded program based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The program provides program and technical support services to USAID in Kenya and Somalia.
It is anticipated that proposals will suggest solutions for Risk Advisory, Security Advisory, Policy Development and Training Support services.
How to apply:
Please submit proposals to mepsrecruiting@ibtci.com by January 11, 2014.
Assistant Academic Registrar in Charge of School of Health Sciences - Mountains of the Moon University
Vacancy Assistant Academic Registrar in Charge of School of Health Sciences
Organisation: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Lake Saaka Campus,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Academic Registrar
About Us:
Mountains of the Moon University was established in 2005 as not for profit community university whose ownership is expressed through the various representative communities which include, the districts, municipalities, religious communities and the business communities of the Rwenzori region.
Key Duties
Responsible for applications, admission and registration of students in the School
Regularly update and furnish the office of Registrar Academics with updated list of registered students in the school
Responsible for charge of issuing of students’ Identity Cards in the school
To develop students’ personal data base in the School
To be a secretary to the School Admission Committee
To be responsible for the preparation of semester teaching time tables
To be responsible for the allocation of lecture rooms in accordance with the timetable.
Coordinate all documentation of the end of semester examination results in the school
Oversee all the school activities
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Academic Registrar.
Qualifications,
The applicant should possess a relevant Masters' in Education (Administration, Policy and Planning Education,) or related field obtained from a recognized awarding institution/University, or equivalent.
Skills & Experience:
Three or more years’ experience in general administration and management of academic institution.
Computer literacy Skills i.e. Conversant with all the common office packages and data analysis like: Micro Soft Word for Windows, Microsoft Power Point, Data Management using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access spread sheets.
Good communication, interpersonal, analytical, leadership and supervision skills.
Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications to the Human Resource Manager, Mountains of the Moon University, P.O. Box 837, Fort-Portal, Uganda and should include the following documents:
A complete and signed Application Letter;
Curriculum Vitae/Resume;
Copies of all Academic credentials
Names, contact numbers and address of three professional referees.
Deadline: Monday, 20th January 2013 by 5PM
Organisation: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Lake Saaka Campus,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Academic Registrar
About Us:
Mountains of the Moon University was established in 2005 as not for profit community university whose ownership is expressed through the various representative communities which include, the districts, municipalities, religious communities and the business communities of the Rwenzori region.
Key Duties
Responsible for applications, admission and registration of students in the School
Regularly update and furnish the office of Registrar Academics with updated list of registered students in the school
Responsible for charge of issuing of students’ Identity Cards in the school
To develop students’ personal data base in the School
To be a secretary to the School Admission Committee
To be responsible for the preparation of semester teaching time tables
To be responsible for the allocation of lecture rooms in accordance with the timetable.
Coordinate all documentation of the end of semester examination results in the school
Oversee all the school activities
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Academic Registrar.
Qualifications,
The applicant should possess a relevant Masters' in Education (Administration, Policy and Planning Education,) or related field obtained from a recognized awarding institution/University, or equivalent.
Skills & Experience:
Three or more years’ experience in general administration and management of academic institution.
Computer literacy Skills i.e. Conversant with all the common office packages and data analysis like: Micro Soft Word for Windows, Microsoft Power Point, Data Management using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access spread sheets.
Good communication, interpersonal, analytical, leadership and supervision skills.
Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications to the Human Resource Manager, Mountains of the Moon University, P.O. Box 837, Fort-Portal, Uganda and should include the following documents:
A complete and signed Application Letter;
Curriculum Vitae/Resume;
Copies of all Academic credentials
Names, contact numbers and address of three professional referees.
Deadline: Monday, 20th January 2013 by 5PM
Vacancy Administrative Assistant (2 Career Jobs)
Recruiter: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Kabundaire Campus,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Assistant Registrar Academics.
About Us:
Mountains of the Moon University was established in 2005 as not for profit community university whose ownership is expressed through the various representative communities which include, the districts, municipalities, religious communities and the business communities of the Rwenzori region.
Key Duties
Responsible for the management of the office
Data formation and management
Records and filling systems management
Handling incoming and outgoing communication;
Attending to students, staff and other stake holders affairs
Recruiter: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Kabundaire Campus,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Assistant Registrar Academics.
About Us:
Mountains of the Moon University was established in 2005 as not for profit community university whose ownership is expressed through the various representative communities which include, the districts, municipalities, religious communities and the business communities of the Rwenzori region.
Key Duties
Responsible for the management of the office
Data formation and management
Records and filling systems management
Handling incoming and outgoing communication;
Attending to students, staff and other stake holders affairs
Coordinator Postgraduate Courses - Mountains of the Moon University in Uganda
Job Title: Coordinator Postgraduate Courses
Organisation: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Kabundaire Campus, Uganda
Reports to: Director of Post Graduate and Research
About Us:
Mountains of the Moon University was established in 2005 as not for profit community university whose ownership is expressed through the various representative communities which include, the districts, municipalities, religious communities and the business communities of the Rwenzori region.
Key Duties
Coordinate all post graduate courses in all the schools
Participate in admissions and selection of the new students
Monitor teaching and learning of the students
Coordinate the review of the existing programmes
Be the custodian of information about postgraduate courses
Prepare teaching and examination timetables
Coordinate with external examiners
Tuesday 26 November 2013
Business Development Officer - Green Forest Social Initiative
Job Title Business Development Officer
Recruiter Green Forest Social Initiative
Duty Station Kenya
Closing date: 06 Dec 2013
GFSI, founded in 2008, is an integrated social development enterprise centered on a number of sustainable rural production activities.
GFSI aims to stimulate economic empowerment by creating sustainable income generating opportunities for smallholder farmer and community members, as well as investing in social well being and environmental conservation.
Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer - Green Forest Social Initiative
Job Title Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer
Recruiter Green Forest Social Initiative
Duty Station Kenya
Closing date: 06 Dec 2013
GFSI, founded in 2008, is an integrated social development enterprise centered on a number of sustainable rural production activities.
GFSI aims to stimulate economic empowerment by creating sustainable income generating opportunities for smallholder farmer and community members, as well as investing in social well being and environmental conservation.
Recruiter Green Forest Social Initiative
Duty Station Kenya
Closing date: 06 Dec 2013
GFSI, founded in 2008, is an integrated social development enterprise centered on a number of sustainable rural production activities.
GFSI aims to stimulate economic empowerment by creating sustainable income generating opportunities for smallholder farmer and community members, as well as investing in social well being and environmental conservation.
Agro-Forester Job - Green Forest Social Initiative
Job Title Agro-Forester
Recruiter Green Forest Social Initiative
Duty Station Kenya
Closing date: 06 Dec 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
GFSI, founded in 2008, is an integrated social development enterprise centered on a number of sustainable rural production activities.
GFSI aims to stimulate economic empowerment by creating sustainable income generating opportunities for smallholder farmer and community members, as well as investing in social well being and environmental conservation.
Recruiter Green Forest Social Initiative
Duty Station Kenya
Closing date: 06 Dec 2013
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
GFSI, founded in 2008, is an integrated social development enterprise centered on a number of sustainable rural production activities.
GFSI aims to stimulate economic empowerment by creating sustainable income generating opportunities for smallholder farmer and community members, as well as investing in social well being and environmental conservation.
Friday 22 November 2013
National Migration Health Physician- International Organization for Migration Abuja
Job Title National Migration Health Physician
Recruiter International Organization for Migration
Location Abuja
Country Nigeria
Closing date: 03 Dec 2013
Under the general supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission for administrative matters, and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Physician in Abuja for technical matters, the National Migration Health Physician will be responsible for providing clinical, administrative and project management support for migration health assessments and treatment of migrants assisted by the Organization. In particular, he/she will:
Core functions/responsibilities:
Assist the Chief Migration Health Physician to coordinate and manage all the migration health activities in IOM Abuja. This includes but not limited to logistic preparation for medical screening, handling and safekeeping of individual medical files, collection of bio-data and medical history, physical examination, ensuring identity checks of the applicants and confidentiality of information throughout the screening process.
Assist to supervise clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure all migration health activities are performed in an effective and efficiency manner.
Perform migration health assessment of migrants (refugees and non-refugee immigrants) according to the country- specific immigration medical technical instructions and guidelines.
Ensure proper identification and coding of biological samples, maintain strict client confidentiality, liaise with various health service providers to facilitate handling of biological samples, and coordinate the procedures and supervision of the collection of sputum samples for culture and sensitivity for Tuberculosis (TB).
Review chest x-ray films and radiologist’s reports and classify them as per the technical guidelines.
Counsel applicants with chest x-ray findings consistent with active or inactive TB and explain diagnostic procedures for TB (sputum smears and culture)
Recruiter International Organization for Migration
Location Abuja
Country Nigeria
Closing date: 03 Dec 2013
Under the general supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission for administrative matters, and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Physician in Abuja for technical matters, the National Migration Health Physician will be responsible for providing clinical, administrative and project management support for migration health assessments and treatment of migrants assisted by the Organization. In particular, he/she will:
Core functions/responsibilities:
Assist the Chief Migration Health Physician to coordinate and manage all the migration health activities in IOM Abuja. This includes but not limited to logistic preparation for medical screening, handling and safekeeping of individual medical files, collection of bio-data and medical history, physical examination, ensuring identity checks of the applicants and confidentiality of information throughout the screening process.
Assist to supervise clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure all migration health activities are performed in an effective and efficiency manner.
Perform migration health assessment of migrants (refugees and non-refugee immigrants) according to the country- specific immigration medical technical instructions and guidelines.
Ensure proper identification and coding of biological samples, maintain strict client confidentiality, liaise with various health service providers to facilitate handling of biological samples, and coordinate the procedures and supervision of the collection of sputum samples for culture and sensitivity for Tuberculosis (TB).
Review chest x-ray films and radiologist’s reports and classify them as per the technical guidelines.
Counsel applicants with chest x-ray findings consistent with active or inactive TB and explain diagnostic procedures for TB (sputum smears and culture)
Radiographer - International Organization for Migration
Job Title Radiographer
Recruiter International Organization for Migration
Location Abuja
Country Nigeria
Closing date: 03 Dec 2013
Under the general supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission in Abuja, and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Physician in Abuja, the Radiographer will perform radiological examination of applicants and assist in maintaining integrity of radiological procedures. In particular, he/she will:
Core functions/responsibilities:
Perform daily chest x-rays of applicants.
Explain x-ray procedures to applicants.
Maintain safety procedures during x-ray
Ensure x-ray is taken according to the Standard Operating Procedures.
Check identity of applicants on the x-ray request form.
Ensure maintenance of x-ray machine and other related equipments/machines.
Submit timely requests to ensure availability of reagents, films and other accessories for quality x-ray.
Ensure self-protection and protection of staff and applicants from radiation.
Collect statistical information in a requested format and submit it to the supervisor.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning: communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
Recruiter International Organization for Migration
Location Abuja
Country Nigeria
Closing date: 03 Dec 2013
Under the general supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission in Abuja, and the direct supervision of the Chief Migration Health Physician in Abuja, the Radiographer will perform radiological examination of applicants and assist in maintaining integrity of radiological procedures. In particular, he/she will:
Core functions/responsibilities:
Perform daily chest x-rays of applicants.
Explain x-ray procedures to applicants.
Maintain safety procedures during x-ray
Ensure x-ray is taken according to the Standard Operating Procedures.
Check identity of applicants on the x-ray request form.
Ensure maintenance of x-ray machine and other related equipments/machines.
Submit timely requests to ensure availability of reagents, films and other accessories for quality x-ray.
Ensure self-protection and protection of staff and applicants from radiation.
Collect statistical information in a requested format and submit it to the supervisor.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning: communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
Consultancy Services - to provide Evaluation of Mobile Health and Nutrition Team Support to Health Service Provision
Job Title Consultancy Services
Recruiter UN Children's Fund
Closing date: 16 Dec 2013
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- RFP- 2013- 9109449
For local and International Companies
Topic: Consultancy Services for registered firm/organizations -to provide Evaluation of Mobile Health and Nutrition Team Support to Health Service Provision in Remote, Pastoralist Regions of Ethiopia (Somali and Afar regions)
Background: Mobile health and nutrition teams (here after MHNT) started in the Somali region on a small scale in 2004 to address gaps in access to essential health services by providing free, life-saving curative, preventive and promotive health services in times of crisis. Under the supervision of the Public Health Emergency Management Unit (PHEM), disease surveillance is also a key contribution. At the start of the initiative, Somali region healthcare services were poorly developed with few health facilities constrained by insecurity, distance and high service fees.
Objectives: Under the overall objective of evaluating the current and future contributions of MHNT the following two research questions are to be addressed:
Recruiter UN Children's Fund
Closing date: 16 Dec 2013
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- RFP- 2013- 9109449
For local and International Companies
Topic: Consultancy Services for registered firm/organizations -to provide Evaluation of Mobile Health and Nutrition Team Support to Health Service Provision in Remote, Pastoralist Regions of Ethiopia (Somali and Afar regions)
Background: Mobile health and nutrition teams (here after MHNT) started in the Somali region on a small scale in 2004 to address gaps in access to essential health services by providing free, life-saving curative, preventive and promotive health services in times of crisis. Under the supervision of the Public Health Emergency Management Unit (PHEM), disease surveillance is also a key contribution. At the start of the initiative, Somali region healthcare services were poorly developed with few health facilities constrained by insecurity, distance and high service fees.
Objectives: Under the overall objective of evaluating the current and future contributions of MHNT the following two research questions are to be addressed:
Country Logistic Officer - South Sudan
Job Title Country Logistic Officer
Recruiter Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
Country - South Sudan
City Maban
Closing date: 15 Jan 2014
I. Background on ACTED
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.
ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 34 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
II. Country Profile
Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 136 International Staff : 28 Areas : 10 On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 2.9 M €
In 2012, ACTED has undertaken an expansion of activities in South Sudan. A Juba level coordination office was opened in 2011, and in 2012 the capital office has expanded to provide additional support to our field offices that opened in Bentiu, Unity State, and Malakal, Upper Nile State. The rapidly changing situation in South Sudan over the past months has led ACTED to up-scale its emergency response capacities, while also continuing to provide basic services in the traditional areas of intervention. Since January 2012, ACTED has been providing refugee and IDP assistance in Unity and Upper Nile states. In Maban County, this assistance has focused on the life-saving assistance to refugees from Blue Nile State, Sudan. ACTED as camp manager for Jamam refugee camp has strived to provide the basic needs for the population including shelter, waste management, livelihoods, and construction of community infrastructures. Additionally, ACTED has responded to the new refugee influx in May with the provision of shelter and emergency latrines at transit sites while providing transportation assistance to refugees relocating to permanent settlements. In Unity state, ACTED has focused on the provision of livelihoods assistance to refugees in Nyeel and Pariang refugee camps. ACTED also continues to build on its traditional areas of intervention, focusing on food security and livelihoods in Western Bahr el Ghazal and Warrap, and water, sanitation and hygiene in both states as well.
Tonj North in Warrap was also a new area for ACTED where a Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) project is being implemented in the underserved area. All of these interventions continue to provide both basic and live-saving assistance to vulnerable populations throughout South Sudan.
Recruiter Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
Country - South Sudan
City Maban
Closing date: 15 Jan 2014
I. Background on ACTED
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.
ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 34 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
II. Country Profile
Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 136 International Staff : 28 Areas : 10 On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 2.9 M €
In 2012, ACTED has undertaken an expansion of activities in South Sudan. A Juba level coordination office was opened in 2011, and in 2012 the capital office has expanded to provide additional support to our field offices that opened in Bentiu, Unity State, and Malakal, Upper Nile State. The rapidly changing situation in South Sudan over the past months has led ACTED to up-scale its emergency response capacities, while also continuing to provide basic services in the traditional areas of intervention. Since January 2012, ACTED has been providing refugee and IDP assistance in Unity and Upper Nile states. In Maban County, this assistance has focused on the life-saving assistance to refugees from Blue Nile State, Sudan. ACTED as camp manager for Jamam refugee camp has strived to provide the basic needs for the population including shelter, waste management, livelihoods, and construction of community infrastructures. Additionally, ACTED has responded to the new refugee influx in May with the provision of shelter and emergency latrines at transit sites while providing transportation assistance to refugees relocating to permanent settlements. In Unity state, ACTED has focused on the provision of livelihoods assistance to refugees in Nyeel and Pariang refugee camps. ACTED also continues to build on its traditional areas of intervention, focusing on food security and livelihoods in Western Bahr el Ghazal and Warrap, and water, sanitation and hygiene in both states as well.
Tonj North in Warrap was also a new area for ACTED where a Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) project is being implemented in the underserved area. All of these interventions continue to provide both basic and live-saving assistance to vulnerable populations throughout South Sudan.
Project Director, Neglected Tropical Diseases
Job Title Project Director,
Recruiter Neglected Tropical Diseases
Location: Juba,
Country South Sudan
Closing date: 04.12.13
Malaria Consortium
The successful candidate will have: • Postgraduate degree in international health or related discipline • Extensive experience of large scale project leadership and coordination of planning and implementation, including financial management with a proven track record of effective and timely delivery of project outputs • Extensive international experience at senior management level working in public health, preferably malaria and/or neglected tropical diseases, in Africa • Proven leadership skills and experience of leading and managing diverse teams • Experience and understanding of a similar context to South Sudan • Demonstrated ability in effectively managing large partnerships • Experience in advocacy and policy influencing • Superior donor liaison and reporting • Excellent writing and presentation skills
Recruiter Neglected Tropical Diseases
Location: Juba,
Country South Sudan
Closing date: 04.12.13
Malaria Consortium
The successful candidate will have: • Postgraduate degree in international health or related discipline • Extensive experience of large scale project leadership and coordination of planning and implementation, including financial management with a proven track record of effective and timely delivery of project outputs • Extensive international experience at senior management level working in public health, preferably malaria and/or neglected tropical diseases, in Africa • Proven leadership skills and experience of leading and managing diverse teams • Experience and understanding of a similar context to South Sudan • Demonstrated ability in effectively managing large partnerships • Experience in advocacy and policy influencing • Superior donor liaison and reporting • Excellent writing and presentation skills
Mechanical Engineer - Production Option
Mechanical Engineer - Production Option
Location Nairobi
Job Category Engineering & Construction
Work Type Full Time
Salary Not specified
Duties and Responsibilities
Designing Plant layout
Attending production meetings and forecasting production requirements
Calculating production costs that include equipment, time and labour
Deciding on the effective use of resources, e.g. raw materials, equipment and staff
Producing maintenance schedules
Testing that systems are working correctly
Identifying, investigating and repairing system faults
Location Nairobi
Job Category Engineering & Construction
Work Type Full Time
Salary Not specified
Duties and Responsibilities
Designing Plant layout
Attending production meetings and forecasting production requirements
Calculating production costs that include equipment, time and labour
Deciding on the effective use of resources, e.g. raw materials, equipment and staff
Producing maintenance schedules
Testing that systems are working correctly
Identifying, investigating and repairing system faults
Learning and Development Officer - Mildmay Uganda
Job Title: Learning and Development Officer
Organization: Mildmay Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Human Resource Manager
About Mildmay:
Mildmay Uganda is an HIV/AIDS treatment and training centre also providing Health Systems Strengthening to scale up comprehensive HIV/AIDS Services in 16 districts of Central Uganda. It is situated on Entebbe Road, Lweza, south of Kampala, Uganda.
Job Summary: The Learning and Development Officer will primarily be responsible for effective delivery of the overall Learning and Development strategy through analysis of staff development needs as well as designing, creating and delivering solutions across the organisation at every level. S/he will also take charge of implementing and monitoring the organisation’s Performance Management System for achievement of the organisation’s goals and objectives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Take the lead in implementation of the staff development plan so as to ensure
organisation learning and development, as well as enable staff, individually and collectively, to enhance their knowledge, expertise and skills for performance excellence in their current jobs and future responsibilities
In liaison with the HR Manager lead the development of MUg’s annual staff development plan to ensure that the organisation’s learning and development strategies are aligned to and support achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives
Organization: Mildmay Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Human Resource Manager
About Mildmay:
Mildmay Uganda is an HIV/AIDS treatment and training centre also providing Health Systems Strengthening to scale up comprehensive HIV/AIDS Services in 16 districts of Central Uganda. It is situated on Entebbe Road, Lweza, south of Kampala, Uganda.
Job Summary: The Learning and Development Officer will primarily be responsible for effective delivery of the overall Learning and Development strategy through analysis of staff development needs as well as designing, creating and delivering solutions across the organisation at every level. S/he will also take charge of implementing and monitoring the organisation’s Performance Management System for achievement of the organisation’s goals and objectives.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Take the lead in implementation of the staff development plan so as to ensure
organisation learning and development, as well as enable staff, individually and collectively, to enhance their knowledge, expertise and skills for performance excellence in their current jobs and future responsibilities
In liaison with the HR Manager lead the development of MUg’s annual staff development plan to ensure that the organisation’s learning and development strategies are aligned to and support achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives
Saturday 9 November 2013
National Office Accountant - SOS Children’s Villages Kenya
. Job Title National Office Accountant
Organization SOS Children’s Villages
Country Kenya
Key Functions of the Job;
Preparation of monthly financial statements in respect of the National Association accounts;
Preparation of general ledger for the national association into the SOS Navision system and maintenance of all necessary supporting documentation;
Vouch all the documents as presented from the facilities i.e. payment vouchers, journal vouchers and cash registers casting to ensure completeness;
Support functions in maintenance of petty cash, banking of all income received, drawing of cheques and cash withdrawals;
Organization SOS Children’s Villages
Country Kenya
Key Functions of the Job;
Preparation of monthly financial statements in respect of the National Association accounts;
Preparation of general ledger for the national association into the SOS Navision system and maintenance of all necessary supporting documentation;
Vouch all the documents as presented from the facilities i.e. payment vouchers, journal vouchers and cash registers casting to ensure completeness;
Support functions in maintenance of petty cash, banking of all income received, drawing of cheques and cash withdrawals;
Finance Manager - SOS Children’s Villages Kenya
Job Title Finance Manager
Organization SOS Children’s Villages
Country Kenya
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an affiliate of SOS CV- International whose mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities.
In Kenya, the organisation runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also runs education and health institutions and works with local communities through Families Strengthening Programs.
Key Functions of the Job
Lead and coordinate the effective management of finance and general administration functions in Finance department;
Develop/institutionalize strong internal control financial systems for the organization;
Oversees financial work activities within the facilities and departments ensuring all programmes operate in accordance with set financial policies and procedures;
Leads the process of developing annual budget for SOS CV KE;
Ensures the organization meets all its financial commitments to the donors and is the contact person for donors in all finance related matters;
Supports, develops and supervises the programme accounting staff to build their capacities and manage their performance;
Support in Implementation of the ‘One Friend’ financing strategy as per the SOS CV KE strategic plan;
Regularly forecasts cash flow based on the work plans by the organization, making sure that all parts of the organization have enough cash to pay for their activities;
Organization SOS Children’s Villages
Country Kenya
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an affiliate of SOS CV- International whose mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities.
In Kenya, the organisation runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also runs education and health institutions and works with local communities through Families Strengthening Programs.
Key Functions of the Job
Lead and coordinate the effective management of finance and general administration functions in Finance department;
Develop/institutionalize strong internal control financial systems for the organization;
Oversees financial work activities within the facilities and departments ensuring all programmes operate in accordance with set financial policies and procedures;
Leads the process of developing annual budget for SOS CV KE;
Ensures the organization meets all its financial commitments to the donors and is the contact person for donors in all finance related matters;
Supports, develops and supervises the programme accounting staff to build their capacities and manage their performance;
Support in Implementation of the ‘One Friend’ financing strategy as per the SOS CV KE strategic plan;
Regularly forecasts cash flow based on the work plans by the organization, making sure that all parts of the organization have enough cash to pay for their activities;
Analyst / Programmer - Del Monte Jobs in Kenya
Job Title Analyst / Programmer
Organization Del Monte
Country Kenya
The Company:
Del Monte Kenya Limited located in Thika – Kenya is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and fruit juice beverages.
As part of our commitment to meeting our performance objectives, we are looking for top class individuals to fill vacant positions
Analyst / Programmer
Key Result Areas
Analyze and design new applications.
Develop new applications as per user requirements.
Train and guide users on new application.
Maintain new and existing applications.
Ensuring SLDC is documented on all new and existing applications.
Organization Del Monte
Country Kenya
The Company:
Del Monte Kenya Limited located in Thika – Kenya is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and fruit juice beverages.
As part of our commitment to meeting our performance objectives, we are looking for top class individuals to fill vacant positions
Analyst / Programmer
Key Result Areas
Analyze and design new applications.
Develop new applications as per user requirements.
Train and guide users on new application.
Maintain new and existing applications.
Ensuring SLDC is documented on all new and existing applications.
Recruitment at Orange Kenya (Various Positions)
Position: Buyer
Reporting to: Sourcing Category Manager
Range: R3
Department: Finance (Sourcing)
Role Purpose:
To Coordinate and implement purchasing activities (as per the assignment given or per project) for the allocated / assigned acquisition domains, administering sourcing processes for commercial requirements of goods and services as per company standards and procedures within the budget costs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities.
Responsibilities/Execution activities
To select local suppliers when corporate contracts are not sufficient, using the local sourcing process
To perform market investigations
To coordinate the RFI/RFQ Process for Departments’ needs
To draw up and issue request for quotations for the suppliers
To negotiate commercial terms of the contracts(local or implementation of corporate sourcing contracts)
To evaluate acquisition projects/commercial offers and propose short list and final recommendation
To finalize acquisition contracts and to follow up the project transfer from a sub department to another
To coordinate and control suppliers in contract execution acting as single point of contact for commercial and contractual issues for supplier
To participate in Orange group acquisition activities(as RFP and frame contract concluding) related to the respective domain
To act as point of contact for business unit requesters, representing the complete sourcing function
To ensure group & Local Affiliate Sourcing policies are fully implemented
To offer support for Purchasing Administration team regarding the accrual calculation
To prepare, centralize and send the needed information for Purchase Order
To initiate and participate in inter departmental meetings for projects
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
University graduate or CIPS graduate
At least 4 years experience in purchasing
Good knowledge of English
Knowledge of purchasing processes
Functional legal knowledge
MS Office Applications
Key Competencies:
Customer orientation
Business driven approach
Results orientation
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
Position: Sourcing Category Manager
Reporting to: Head of Sourcing
Range: R2U
Department: Finance
Sub Department: Sourcing
Role Purpose:
To the Head of Sourcing in the delivery of agreed objectives in line with the sourcing strategy, working with cross functional teams drawn from the business to develop, implement and manage sourcing categories assigned to him/her, ensuring the delivery of assurance of supply ,quality, service, competitive cost and incremental savings as desired by the business.
Managing Sourcing Processes for IT& N, Business Markets and facilities requirements for goods and services as per company standards and procedures and in line with the budget costs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities.
Responsibilities/Execution activities
Uphold integrity in all Sourcing for Telkom Kenya
i. Implement the 7(Seven) steps methodology:
1) Profile sourcing commodity,
2) Develop sourcing strategies and tactics,
3) Generate Supplier portfolio,
4) RFP/RFQ/Direct action plan,
5) Negotiate and select competitive suppliers,
6) Integrate suppliers into operations, Continuous benchmarking and improvement,
7) Conducts regular Supplier Relationship management to assess and validate current and future suppliers capabilities and ensure competitive suppliers adding value to the business are developed and retained
Key involvement in the Tender Committee
Development of savings opportunities and benchmarking of industry standards and practices to identify quick win opportunities
Negotiate and finalize sourcing agreements/contracts with suppliers in order to attain assurance of supply, quality, service, competitive cost and innovation while ensuring the y are approved by the investment committee/CSC/Contracts.
Development of policies and procedures for defined categories of responsibility.
Ensure that sourcing strategies, policies and procedures for own categories are complied with across the business and resolve any deviations with senior management
Investigate and secure new/alternative sources of supply, technology and services to increase margins through the lowering of costs by the introduction of alternative sources which are beneficial to the company within the category management framework & TKL Sourcing policy.
Review supplier contracts/agreements-SLA’s in order to make sure existing terms and conditions are still favorable and where appropriate renegotiates the contracts
Prepare respective monthly reports regarding the savings and project status; prepare ad-hic reports on request in TKL and Group level.
To initiate and participate in inter departmental meetings for projects; Budget reviewing and reporting.
To update the job descriptions for all the jobs in his/her team if there are any changes in the activity of the team.
Coordinate projects undertaken by the team; Monitor and review team performance; Map out clear goals for the team; Develop a cooperative team; Mentor and coach the team.
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
University degree in business related field
Graduate diploma of the chartered institute of purchasing & supply (UK)
At least 5 years experience in Sourcing , Procurement or related field
Good knowledge of English
Able to operate in fast moving high performance driven organization
Key Competencies:
Coaching Skills
Business driven approach
Goal/Results orientation
Strong analytical thinking skills & Problem solver
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
Position: Sourcing Analyst
Reporting to: Sourcing Category Manager
Range: R3
Department: Finance (Sourcing)
Role Purpose: To Coordinate and implement purchasing activities (as per the assignment given or per project) for the allocated/assigned acquisition domains, administering sourcing processes for commercial requirements for goods and services as per company standards and procedures within the budget costs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities / Execution activities
To provide input for perpetual reporting regarding the savings and project status
Prepare ad-hoc reports on request in TKL and group level
Timely processing and circulation of procurement reports e.g. open pos,exception reports, supplier spend reports, savings report etc
Prepare savings report for FT sourcing by 4th of every month
Creation of respective reports by respective internal customers on agreed timelines.
Ensure senior buyers and buyers effectively report savings
Ensure savings report as per agreed format
Capture savings on monthly savings report as per FT Sourcing
Generate weekly report to be shared with the sourcing category manager for reviewing on Thursday ready for next Monday meeting
Generate monthly reports by the 4th for FT reporting
Exceptional reporting as & when required
Determine and prepare the requirements(checklist) for ISO implementation in sourcing systematically
Prepare checklist of sourcing processes that are required to be in place for development and ensure due approval
Maintain an updated list and status of validated processes and those in pipeline for validation
Maintain ISO audit records and forms for follow up
Maintain current list of suppliers per category and total number in the system. Update the list monthly and give reports by the 4th day of the month.
Maintain an updated contracts repository record for CSCs and Local contracts and their status, start and expiry periods.
Monitor purchase orders to reduce purchasing outside corporate contracts especially where a CSC exists.
Monitor and report weekly I.C actions per sourcing Category each Tuesday of the following week.
Provide feedback to SCM reporting on outside actions.
Quantify actions.
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
University graduate or CIPS graduate
At least 4 years experience in purchasing
Good knowledge of English
Knowledge of purchasing processes
Functional legal knowledge
MS Office Applications
Key Competencies:
Customer orientation
Business driven approach
Results orientation
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.
Application should be sent latest by 8th November 2013, please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees.
Apply through www.orange-tkl.co.ke .
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Reporting to: Sourcing Category Manager
Range: R3
Department: Finance (Sourcing)
Role Purpose:
To Coordinate and implement purchasing activities (as per the assignment given or per project) for the allocated / assigned acquisition domains, administering sourcing processes for commercial requirements of goods and services as per company standards and procedures within the budget costs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities.
Responsibilities/Execution activities
To select local suppliers when corporate contracts are not sufficient, using the local sourcing process
To perform market investigations
To coordinate the RFI/RFQ Process for Departments’ needs
To draw up and issue request for quotations for the suppliers
To negotiate commercial terms of the contracts(local or implementation of corporate sourcing contracts)
To evaluate acquisition projects/commercial offers and propose short list and final recommendation
To finalize acquisition contracts and to follow up the project transfer from a sub department to another
To coordinate and control suppliers in contract execution acting as single point of contact for commercial and contractual issues for supplier
To participate in Orange group acquisition activities(as RFP and frame contract concluding) related to the respective domain
To act as point of contact for business unit requesters, representing the complete sourcing function
To ensure group & Local Affiliate Sourcing policies are fully implemented
To offer support for Purchasing Administration team regarding the accrual calculation
To prepare, centralize and send the needed information for Purchase Order
To initiate and participate in inter departmental meetings for projects
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
University graduate or CIPS graduate
At least 4 years experience in purchasing
Good knowledge of English
Knowledge of purchasing processes
Functional legal knowledge
MS Office Applications
Key Competencies:
Customer orientation
Business driven approach
Results orientation
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
Position: Sourcing Category Manager
Reporting to: Head of Sourcing
Range: R2U
Department: Finance
Sub Department: Sourcing
Role Purpose:
To the Head of Sourcing in the delivery of agreed objectives in line with the sourcing strategy, working with cross functional teams drawn from the business to develop, implement and manage sourcing categories assigned to him/her, ensuring the delivery of assurance of supply ,quality, service, competitive cost and incremental savings as desired by the business.
Managing Sourcing Processes for IT& N, Business Markets and facilities requirements for goods and services as per company standards and procedures and in line with the budget costs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities.
Responsibilities/Execution activities
Uphold integrity in all Sourcing for Telkom Kenya
i. Implement the 7(Seven) steps methodology:
1) Profile sourcing commodity,
2) Develop sourcing strategies and tactics,
3) Generate Supplier portfolio,
4) RFP/RFQ/Direct action plan,
5) Negotiate and select competitive suppliers,
6) Integrate suppliers into operations, Continuous benchmarking and improvement,
7) Conducts regular Supplier Relationship management to assess and validate current and future suppliers capabilities and ensure competitive suppliers adding value to the business are developed and retained
Key involvement in the Tender Committee
Development of savings opportunities and benchmarking of industry standards and practices to identify quick win opportunities
Negotiate and finalize sourcing agreements/contracts with suppliers in order to attain assurance of supply, quality, service, competitive cost and innovation while ensuring the y are approved by the investment committee/CSC/Contracts.
Development of policies and procedures for defined categories of responsibility.
Ensure that sourcing strategies, policies and procedures for own categories are complied with across the business and resolve any deviations with senior management
Investigate and secure new/alternative sources of supply, technology and services to increase margins through the lowering of costs by the introduction of alternative sources which are beneficial to the company within the category management framework & TKL Sourcing policy.
Review supplier contracts/agreements-SLA’s in order to make sure existing terms and conditions are still favorable and where appropriate renegotiates the contracts
Prepare respective monthly reports regarding the savings and project status; prepare ad-hic reports on request in TKL and Group level.
To initiate and participate in inter departmental meetings for projects; Budget reviewing and reporting.
To update the job descriptions for all the jobs in his/her team if there are any changes in the activity of the team.
Coordinate projects undertaken by the team; Monitor and review team performance; Map out clear goals for the team; Develop a cooperative team; Mentor and coach the team.
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
University degree in business related field
Graduate diploma of the chartered institute of purchasing & supply (UK)
At least 5 years experience in Sourcing , Procurement or related field
Good knowledge of English
Able to operate in fast moving high performance driven organization
Key Competencies:
Coaching Skills
Business driven approach
Goal/Results orientation
Strong analytical thinking skills & Problem solver
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
Position: Sourcing Analyst
Reporting to: Sourcing Category Manager
Range: R3
Department: Finance (Sourcing)
Role Purpose: To Coordinate and implement purchasing activities (as per the assignment given or per project) for the allocated/assigned acquisition domains, administering sourcing processes for commercial requirements for goods and services as per company standards and procedures within the budget costs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities / Execution activities
To provide input for perpetual reporting regarding the savings and project status
Prepare ad-hoc reports on request in TKL and group level
Timely processing and circulation of procurement reports e.g. open pos,exception reports, supplier spend reports, savings report etc
Prepare savings report for FT sourcing by 4th of every month
Creation of respective reports by respective internal customers on agreed timelines.
Ensure senior buyers and buyers effectively report savings
Ensure savings report as per agreed format
Capture savings on monthly savings report as per FT Sourcing
Generate weekly report to be shared with the sourcing category manager for reviewing on Thursday ready for next Monday meeting
Generate monthly reports by the 4th for FT reporting
Exceptional reporting as & when required
Determine and prepare the requirements(checklist) for ISO implementation in sourcing systematically
Prepare checklist of sourcing processes that are required to be in place for development and ensure due approval
Maintain an updated list and status of validated processes and those in pipeline for validation
Maintain ISO audit records and forms for follow up
Maintain current list of suppliers per category and total number in the system. Update the list monthly and give reports by the 4th day of the month.
Maintain an updated contracts repository record for CSCs and Local contracts and their status, start and expiry periods.
Monitor purchase orders to reduce purchasing outside corporate contracts especially where a CSC exists.
Monitor and report weekly I.C actions per sourcing Category each Tuesday of the following week.
Provide feedback to SCM reporting on outside actions.
Quantify actions.
Academic/ Professional Qualifications
University graduate or CIPS graduate
At least 4 years experience in purchasing
Good knowledge of English
Knowledge of purchasing processes
Functional legal knowledge
MS Office Applications
Key Competencies:
Customer orientation
Business driven approach
Results orientation
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
This position is open to Kenyan citizens only.
If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.
Application should be sent latest by 8th November 2013, please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees.
Apply through www.orange-tkl.co.ke .
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Government Jobs in Kenya - Data Entry Clerks and MORE
A regulatory authority in Kenya is looking to fill the positions listed below:
Secretary
6 Positions
Job Purpose: To provide both clerical and administrative support to the organization
Competencies, Skills and Attributes
Must be a mature, respectful and honest person of high integrity who is able to work in a team and make meaningful contribution to the team’s objective.
Must clearly demonstrate ability and willingness to articulate the organizations ethics and values while at work.
Should be quick in understanding, keen in taking instructions, and able to work with minimum supervision.
At least one year experience working in an organization
Should be willing, ready and able to perform other duties as delegated to him/her by immediate supervisor
Skills /Qualifications
Diploma Holder in Business Management/Secretarial/Front Office
Proven ability to handle day to day activities of a firm
Secretary
6 Positions
Job Purpose: To provide both clerical and administrative support to the organization
Competencies, Skills and Attributes
Must be a mature, respectful and honest person of high integrity who is able to work in a team and make meaningful contribution to the team’s objective.
Must clearly demonstrate ability and willingness to articulate the organizations ethics and values while at work.
Should be quick in understanding, keen in taking instructions, and able to work with minimum supervision.
At least one year experience working in an organization
Should be willing, ready and able to perform other duties as delegated to him/her by immediate supervisor
Skills /Qualifications
Diploma Holder in Business Management/Secretarial/Front Office
Proven ability to handle day to day activities of a firm
Friday 18 October 2013
Data Assistant - FFA Project Job in Kenya
Job Title Data Assistant - FFA Project
Job Description
Fluency in written and oral English, Kiswahili
Knowledgeable in Community Based Targetting and Community Based Resilience Analysis.
Proficiency in use of relevant Computer Packages (MS Word, Excel, Database, Publisher and SPSS)
Strong communication, report writing, presentation and interpersonal skills
Willing and ability to work and live in rural setups with minimal supervision
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Information Technology/Computer science and or statistics
Required Experience
3 years working experience in implementing and monitoring donor funded projec
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF DATA ASSISTANT
Design, develop and implement the database at field level for storing, sharing and analyzing data in all areas of the projects’ undertakings.
Work with the Project Officers and Field Officers to check and verify data relating to all project activities, and develop suitable monitoring and reporting tools.
Coordinating and supervising methodologies of data collection and verification through the use of computer applications like word processing, spread sheet analysis, access programs among other utilities.
Ensure information on food distribution, Non-Food Items distribution and work norms achieved is keyed in for reporting purposes.
Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting of all the project activities according to established procedures.
Process and distribute a variety of reports including minutes, monthly and annual reports to their respective respondents as required.
Handle data processing operation relating to specific or multiple projects and general maintenance of the database which entails compiling, sorting and verifying accuracy of data entered by comparing with source documents and making the necessary adjustments.
Provision of IT support which entails advising on the operations and maintenance of computer hardware and software.
Develops and maintains relevant databases and filing systems for optimal management of project information and contacts.
Contribute to the project monitoring of performance indicators and regular reporting systems by preparing data analysis, summary sheets and reports in accordance to project needs.
Work in conjunction with the Logistics officer and Office Assistant to provide administrative support to the Project Staff.
Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Job Location
Lodwar, North-Eastern (Kaskazini Mashariki), Kenya
Capacity Building Accountant jobs opportunity in Kenya at ChildFund
Job Title Capacity Building Accountant
Recruiter ChildFund
Country Kenya
Job Description
Build Financial Management Capacity of Community Organizations and Partners to facilitate disbursement and accounting for Grant and Sponsorship funds by the Community Organizations and other Partners.
Promote the highest standards of integrity and accountability in line with ChildFund values.
Required Skills
Training facilitation skills, innovative with ability to analyze issues and provide practical solutions.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to promote the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
Strong skills in assessment of proposals, monitoring partner’s records and accounting for funds.
High Integrity and team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Experience
Bachelors Degree CPA (K) with 3 years post qualification experience.
Recruiter ChildFund
Country Kenya
Job Description
Build Financial Management Capacity of Community Organizations and Partners to facilitate disbursement and accounting for Grant and Sponsorship funds by the Community Organizations and other Partners.
Promote the highest standards of integrity and accountability in line with ChildFund values.
Required Skills
Training facilitation skills, innovative with ability to analyze issues and provide practical solutions.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to promote the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
Strong skills in assessment of proposals, monitoring partner’s records and accounting for funds.
High Integrity and team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Experience
Bachelors Degree CPA (K) with 3 years post qualification experience.
Laundry Supervisor - Java House Jobs in Kenya
Job Title Laundry Supervisor
Recruiter Java House
Location Kenya
At Nairobi Java House we are always looking for the best people to join our team. We are a fun, passionate and energetic company and may just be the perfect fit for you!
As part of Nairobi Java House you can be part of a pioneering brand with extraordinary potential for growth.
Wednesday 16 October 2013
Human Resources Assistant - American Embassy in South Africa
Job Title Human Resources Assistant
Recruiter: American Embassy
Location: Western Region
Category: Human Resources
NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Consulate General in Cape Town is seeking an individual for the position of Human Resources Assistant in the Management Office.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications Required:
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.
Items 1- 5 are ALL REQUIRED
1. Education: Completion of secondary school (matric) is required. In addition, a minimum of two years coursework in Human Resource Management,
Business Management or a related field is required.
2. Experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible work experience in Human Resources, or general administrative work with a
personnel component is required.OrIn the absence of minimum of two years coursework in Human Resources Management, Business Management,
five years of responsible work experience in Human Resources or general administrative work with a personnel component is required.
3. Language: - English level IV – fluent in writing, reading and speaking is required. (This will be tested).
4. Knowledge: - Good working knowledge of recruitment policies and procedures is required.- Some knowledge of provisions of the Local
Compensation Plan and local labor law is required.- Good working knowledge recruitment policies and procedures are required.
5. Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and good customer service skills are required.
- Ability to be tactful and effective in dealing with employees, supervisors and the general public is required.
- Ability to explain rules and regulations in a clear and concise fashion to all levels of employees in the organization is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively, draft a variety of correspondence in English which requires minimum editing is required.
- Must be proficient in the use of standard software, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/Outlook) and internet are required. (This will be
tested).
Job Specification
Basic Function of Position:
The incumbent is the sole HR Assistant serving as the principal point of contact for Locally Employed (LE) Staff, American direct-hire employees, family member/member of household employees and contractors employed at the Consulate. The position reports directly to the Management Officer, and coordinates with HR Pretoria on a daily basis. The position is the first point of contact for new arrivals/departures to check-in and out, provide orientation and benefits information as needed. The position serves the entire LE Staff HR portfolio including recruitment, medical and security clearances, personnel data up-dates, payroll processing and troubleshooting, leave policy and problem solving, performance management, and awards/recognition.
For more details on the Application and Selection process, please go to: Please note that this link will take you to the p-net site.http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
Recruiter: American Embassy
Location: Western Region
Category: Human Resources
NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Consulate General in Cape Town is seeking an individual for the position of Human Resources Assistant in the Management Office.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications Required:
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.
Items 1- 5 are ALL REQUIRED
1. Education: Completion of secondary school (matric) is required. In addition, a minimum of two years coursework in Human Resource Management,
Business Management or a related field is required.
2. Experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible work experience in Human Resources, or general administrative work with a
personnel component is required.OrIn the absence of minimum of two years coursework in Human Resources Management, Business Management,
five years of responsible work experience in Human Resources or general administrative work with a personnel component is required.
3. Language: - English level IV – fluent in writing, reading and speaking is required. (This will be tested).
4. Knowledge: - Good working knowledge of recruitment policies and procedures is required.- Some knowledge of provisions of the Local
Compensation Plan and local labor law is required.- Good working knowledge recruitment policies and procedures are required.
5. Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and good customer service skills are required.
- Ability to be tactful and effective in dealing with employees, supervisors and the general public is required.
- Ability to explain rules and regulations in a clear and concise fashion to all levels of employees in the organization is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively, draft a variety of correspondence in English which requires minimum editing is required.
- Must be proficient in the use of standard software, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/Outlook) and internet are required. (This will be
tested).
Job Specification
Basic Function of Position:
The incumbent is the sole HR Assistant serving as the principal point of contact for Locally Employed (LE) Staff, American direct-hire employees, family member/member of household employees and contractors employed at the Consulate. The position reports directly to the Management Officer, and coordinates with HR Pretoria on a daily basis. The position is the first point of contact for new arrivals/departures to check-in and out, provide orientation and benefits information as needed. The position serves the entire LE Staff HR portfolio including recruitment, medical and security clearances, personnel data up-dates, payroll processing and troubleshooting, leave policy and problem solving, performance management, and awards/recognition.
For more details on the Application and Selection process, please go to: Please note that this link will take you to the p-net site.http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
Tradesmen helper/Escort - American Embassy SouthAfrica
Job Title Tradesmen helper/Escort
Recruiter: American Embassy
AA/EE: Not Applicable Contract Permanent
Location: Johannesburg
Category: Civil / Building Offer:
Introduction
NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION, AND SUBMIT COPIES WITH APPLICATION.
The U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg is seeking an individual for the position of Tradesmen helper/Escort in the Facilities Maintenance Office (FAC).
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications Required:
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.
Items 1- 5 are ALL REQUIRED
1. Education: Completion of grade 10 (standard 8) is required.
2. Experience: Minimum of six month’s work experience in facilities or warehouse operations is required.
3. Language: - English level III – good working knowledge in writing, reading and speaking is required.
- Level II - limited knowledge in another local South African language is required.
4. Knowledge: -
Must have knowledge of one or more trades (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, etc., is required.
- Must have working knowledge of tools and equipment necessary to perform the job.
5. Skills and Abilities: - Ability to schedule work is required.
- Ability to lift heavy objects, and stand for long periods of time is required.
- Ability to multi-task is required.- Good interpersonal skills are required.
- Must possess valid South African driver’s license.
Job Specification
Basic Function of Position:
The incumbent is primarily responsible for assisting skilled tradesmen in the performance of their duties, while learning skills in the various trades. The incumbent performs escort duties for government owned and leased properties. Also, maintains facility workshops on the consulate compound in clean working order.
For more details on the Application and Selection process, please go to: Please note that this link will take you to the p-net site.http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
Register and Apply via: http://americanembassy.pnet.co.za
Recruiter: American Embassy
AA/EE: Not Applicable Contract Permanent
Location: Johannesburg
Category: Civil / Building Offer:
Introduction
NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION, AND SUBMIT COPIES WITH APPLICATION.
The U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg is seeking an individual for the position of Tradesmen helper/Escort in the Facilities Maintenance Office (FAC).
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications Required:
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.
Items 1- 5 are ALL REQUIRED
1. Education: Completion of grade 10 (standard 8) is required.
2. Experience: Minimum of six month’s work experience in facilities or warehouse operations is required.
3. Language: - English level III – good working knowledge in writing, reading and speaking is required.
- Level II - limited knowledge in another local South African language is required.
4. Knowledge: -
Must have knowledge of one or more trades (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, etc., is required.
- Must have working knowledge of tools and equipment necessary to perform the job.
5. Skills and Abilities: - Ability to schedule work is required.
- Ability to lift heavy objects, and stand for long periods of time is required.
- Ability to multi-task is required.- Good interpersonal skills are required.
- Must possess valid South African driver’s license.
Job Specification
Basic Function of Position:
The incumbent is primarily responsible for assisting skilled tradesmen in the performance of their duties, while learning skills in the various trades. The incumbent performs escort duties for government owned and leased properties. Also, maintains facility workshops on the consulate compound in clean working order.
For more details on the Application and Selection process, please go to: Please note that this link will take you to the p-net site.http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
Register and Apply via: http://americanembassy.pnet.co.za
Tuesday 15 October 2013
Procurement Manager - Commodities Africa - UNILEVER
Procurement Manager - Commodities Africa(Job Number: 13000HCL)
Primary Location : South Africa-KwaZulu-Natal-Durban-Unilever La Lucia Ridge Office
Shift : Day Job
Job : Supply Chain
Description
Cluster strategic sourcing of Commodities (Tropical Oils, Liquids Oils, Sugar, Starches, Dairy and Cocoa) in the Africa cluster, to meet Unilever’s sustainable, profitable growth strategy to 2020. This will entail working closely with the global networks and key supplier relationships.
The main objectives of the role will be to transform the way we do business in this cluster to support the ambitious Grow Africa agenda, applying a rigorous strategic sourcing approach leveraging Partner to Win relationships.
Primary Location : South Africa-KwaZulu-Natal-Durban-Unilever La Lucia Ridge Office
Shift : Day Job
Job : Supply Chain
Description
Cluster strategic sourcing of Commodities (Tropical Oils, Liquids Oils, Sugar, Starches, Dairy and Cocoa) in the Africa cluster, to meet Unilever’s sustainable, profitable growth strategy to 2020. This will entail working closely with the global networks and key supplier relationships.
The main objectives of the role will be to transform the way we do business in this cluster to support the ambitious Grow Africa agenda, applying a rigorous strategic sourcing approach leveraging Partner to Win relationships.
Process/Packing Engineer - UNILEVER
JOB TITLE: Process/Packing Engineer
JOB LOCATION: Durban/Johannesburg
DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain
Description
No matter who you are, or where in the world you are, the chances are that our products are a familiar part of your daily routine.
Every day, around the world, people reach for Unilever products. Our brands are trusted everywhere and, by listening to the people who buy them, we've grown into one of the world's most successful consumer goods companies. In fact, 150 million times a day, someone somewhere chooses a Unilever product.
Look in your fridge, or on the bathroom shelf, and you’re bound to see one of our well-known brands. We create, market and distribute the products that people choose to feed their families and keep themselves and their homes clean and fresh.
This position is opened to South African citizens only.
Minimum Criteria
BSc degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering with a
minimum 2-3 years in a processing/projects/operational or engineering background in a manufacturing environment.
Essential requirements:
Strong networking and communication (written and verbal) skills
Ability to work effectively with a number of cultures and without supervision
Preferred requirements:
Experience in a range of categories and in packing and processing.
Experience in management of innovation/engineering projects.
Main Job Purpose:
The Category Technology Process or Packing engineer supports the role of the Technology manager to ensure new Innovations and Capacity expansions are delivered through detailed evaluations and the subsequent deployment of appropriate Technology across the Category. Typical focus areas include:
Product Innovation and harmonisation support
Technology Custodian and Regional dynamo for Best Practice and Core Design in Make (Process engineer specific) or Pack (Packing engineer specific)
Development of medium/long term Manufacturing Technology Strategies
CAPEX management – planning and implementation prioritisation.
Key Accountabilities:
Lead change management role on projects ensuring all technical inputs are available to project team and Supply chain is geared up for deployment of new innovations VIP, product transfers, roll outs, recipe changes, growth and line extensions with an agreed time plan.
Single point of contact for innovation teams and sourcing units as technology expert (process or packing). Provide technical leadership into NPI negotiations, agreements and initiatives
Ensures project briefs are delivered to factory and UEnS teams for change.
Deliver proposals to drive Unilever’s technical development (including roll out of internal and external best practices and Unilever core design.)
Technical member of global and regional technical networks or virtual sites.
Support planning partners in the allocation decisions for innovation capability and manufacturing capacity.
Supports CAPEX management – supporting short, medium and long term investment for growth, innovation and convergence. Leads CAPEX planning process for cluster.
Manage engineering standards and processes to ensure compliance to core and regional requirements.
Ensure effective link with R&D and factories for innovation, capacity and VIP delivery.
Support quality improvement projects led by Product Group Quality.
ONLINE ASSESSMENT:
Please note: as part of the job application, you will be asked to complete an online assessment. Completion of the assessment is mandatory in order to be considered. Please allow yourself plenty of time to complete both the application and assessment. If the assessment is filled out partially or not at all, it will adversely affect the progress of your application. Please be aware that you will have to complete the assessment at once as you will be unable to return to it later.
For further information about this position please call 0800 980 612
CLOSING DATE:
18th October 2013
JOB LOCATION: Durban/Johannesburg
DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain
Description
No matter who you are, or where in the world you are, the chances are that our products are a familiar part of your daily routine.
Every day, around the world, people reach for Unilever products. Our brands are trusted everywhere and, by listening to the people who buy them, we've grown into one of the world's most successful consumer goods companies. In fact, 150 million times a day, someone somewhere chooses a Unilever product.
Look in your fridge, or on the bathroom shelf, and you’re bound to see one of our well-known brands. We create, market and distribute the products that people choose to feed their families and keep themselves and their homes clean and fresh.
This position is opened to South African citizens only.
Minimum Criteria
BSc degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering with a
minimum 2-3 years in a processing/projects/operational or engineering background in a manufacturing environment.
Essential requirements:
Strong networking and communication (written and verbal) skills
Ability to work effectively with a number of cultures and without supervision
Preferred requirements:
Experience in a range of categories and in packing and processing.
Experience in management of innovation/engineering projects.
Main Job Purpose:
The Category Technology Process or Packing engineer supports the role of the Technology manager to ensure new Innovations and Capacity expansions are delivered through detailed evaluations and the subsequent deployment of appropriate Technology across the Category. Typical focus areas include:
Product Innovation and harmonisation support
Technology Custodian and Regional dynamo for Best Practice and Core Design in Make (Process engineer specific) or Pack (Packing engineer specific)
Development of medium/long term Manufacturing Technology Strategies
CAPEX management – planning and implementation prioritisation.
Key Accountabilities:
Lead change management role on projects ensuring all technical inputs are available to project team and Supply chain is geared up for deployment of new innovations VIP, product transfers, roll outs, recipe changes, growth and line extensions with an agreed time plan.
Single point of contact for innovation teams and sourcing units as technology expert (process or packing). Provide technical leadership into NPI negotiations, agreements and initiatives
Ensures project briefs are delivered to factory and UEnS teams for change.
Deliver proposals to drive Unilever’s technical development (including roll out of internal and external best practices and Unilever core design.)
Technical member of global and regional technical networks or virtual sites.
Support planning partners in the allocation decisions for innovation capability and manufacturing capacity.
Supports CAPEX management – supporting short, medium and long term investment for growth, innovation and convergence. Leads CAPEX planning process for cluster.
Manage engineering standards and processes to ensure compliance to core and regional requirements.
Ensure effective link with R&D and factories for innovation, capacity and VIP delivery.
Support quality improvement projects led by Product Group Quality.
ONLINE ASSESSMENT:
Please note: as part of the job application, you will be asked to complete an online assessment. Completion of the assessment is mandatory in order to be considered. Please allow yourself plenty of time to complete both the application and assessment. If the assessment is filled out partially or not at all, it will adversely affect the progress of your application. Please be aware that you will have to complete the assessment at once as you will be unable to return to it later.
For further information about this position please call 0800 980 612
CLOSING DATE:
18th October 2013
Key Distributor Executive - unilever
JOB TITLE: Key Distributor Executive
JOB LOCATION: KZN, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Gauteng
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent
DEPARTMENT: Customer Development
Description
Every day, around the world, people reach for Unilever products. Our brands are trusted everywhere and, by listening to the people who buy them, we've grown into one of the world's most successful consumer goods companies. In fact, 150 million times a day, someone somewhere chooses a Unilever product.
Look in your fridge, or on the bathroom shelf, and you’re bound to see one of our well-known brands. We create, market and distribute the products that people choose to feed their families and keep themselves and their homes clean and fresh.
MAIN JOB PURPOSE:
Key Distributor Executive (KDE) is responsible for supporting the KD Strategy Manager in
managing General Trade sales and distributors performance delivery within responsible
territory by creating and implementing localized sales plan and also leading distributors in
allocated territory in terms of overall operations, processes, people capability to ensure
that all company’s targets (including sales target/distribution target/coverage
target/merchandising target) are completely achieved in the area in order to sustainably
grow the business, profitability as well as Unilever’s market share in line with business
objectives set.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Customer Strategy and Business Plan
Break down annual sales target into monthly, weekly and daily target; Create a localised sales plan to achieve the target; Regularly monitor sales performance to ensure target achievement as planned
Analyze the sales trend based on the volume, value, sub-category, brand and SKU to be able to take territory actions
Support the KD Strategy Manager to effectively translate Point of Purchase objectives into store level implementation plans specifically for channels and customers. Sell the POP vision to customers and channels and ensure the execution
Think big and think tight through brainstorming and prioritizing key activities that effectively deliver business objectives.
Support the KD Strategy Manager to sell and communicate the plan using Structured Commercial Selling Techniques in order to effectively execute and align plan from business partner in customers via distributors
Support the KD Strategy Manager to create a distributor Joint Business Plan to create full alignment of infrastructure and capabilities with the strategic objectives to ensure operational excellence.
Create a detailed implementation plan for Channel Business plan including resources, infrastructure requirements, 3rd Party capability, trade communication and financial profitability aspects to achieve “Win-with-customer” concept
Support the KD Strategy Manager in the implementation of Distributor Joint Business Planning (JBP) - getting alignment between distributor and Unilever agreement on the elements, KPI and financial incentives
Evaluate and provide feedback about the effectiveness of the plan or proposal proposed by DSS or OM
Support the KD Strategy Manager to develop and implement a trade terms strategy in line with the company customer strategy
Support the KD Strategy Manager to plan and implement necessary business tactics, conduct negotiations and close both financial and long term strategic deals at all levels in the customer organisation
Support the KD Strategy Manager to increase store coverage in the responsible territory by implementing actions according to agreed coverage plan and strategies.
Ensure in-store operational excellence including qualitative in-store presence of our brands, in-store visibility and assortments
Sales Capabilities Building
Support the KD Strategy Manager to ensure execution team has the right capabilities, skills, resources and information to deliver Unilever's objectives
Track and analyze the sales implementation to ensure compliance to set guidelines, and to take prompt action to correct problems
Human Resource Management - Selection of distributor sales team, direction and motivational input and implementation of a reward and recognition system
Training & Capability Development - Identifying skill, competency gaps and performance gaps. Coaching to improve performance
Distributor management and development
Conduct the distributor audit by gaining understanding of the distributor through the distributor profile and fact book; conducting performance review by territory, category and channel; conducting an operations review by function within the distributor organization; and analyzing market trends and competitor activities that may affect the distributor
Support the KD Strategy Manager to design a distributor sales and support infrastructure that clearly define roles, responsibilities, recruitment, remuneration, training, performance evaluation, and discipline & discharge policies
Support the KD Strategy Manager to establish the rewards and recognition system with clear KPIs that motivates distributors and salesmen
Know the Distributors in depth (Distributors Insight) - their business aspirations and goals, their business thumb print key business drivers and barriers
Management of distributor contracts - design (with legal) and communicate and implement the same. Ensure enforcement of the contract through periodic review with the CD organisation and the distributors
Distributor profitability - understand the cost structure, computation of ROI, and use the elements of the ROI to achieve the business objective
Distributor Management - target setting and review, management of stock, market credit and working capital, coverage planning and execution, delivery efficiency, invoicing accuracy
Distributor Management - Logistic and Warehousing, by understanding distributor warehousing and delivery system, acknowledge the order processing and customer service system and fix the stock norms
Others
Support the KD STRATEGY MANAGER to build and maintain productive customer relationships by maintaining regular (formal and informal) customer contact, organising customer meets, developing and implementing customer recognition programs
Systems and Control/Exploiting IT Operational - Implementation of IT package, HHT, SAP management, setting systems for accurate SS information, customer database management and fixing stock norms.
Develop strong relationship with key customers and strategic retailers to be dominant at the market
Know Key retail customers in depth - their business aspirations and goals, their business thumb print key business drivers and barriers
Always update competitors’ movement and new products to KD STRATEGY MANAGER
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Matric
Bcom degree (Preferred)
Diploma
3 – 5 years FMCG experience
Experience with route to market
Experience within distribution
ONLINE ASSESSMENT:
Please note: as part of the job application, you will be asked to complete an online assessment. Completion of the assessment is mandatory in order to be considered. Please allow yourself plenty of time to complete both the application and assessment. If the assessment is filled out partially or not at all, it will adversely affect the progress of your application. Please be aware that you will have to complete the assessment at once as you will be unable to return to it later.
National Accounts Assistant - South Africa
National Accounts Assistant(Job Number: 130005KJ)
Organization : South Africa
Job : Customer Development
DEPARTMENT: Customer Development
Business Context and Main purpose of the Job
To prepare, implement and analyze account figures and propose options in building the strategy to the National Account Manager that will be negotiated and implemented with the Trade/ Agents .
Main Accountabilities
Interface with Trade
Ensure MT/DT deals for SA retailers/ Wholesalers are implemented ( Communication with NAM/Assistants)
Monitors Co-op spend with Agents/Customers .
Negotiates with Buyer/Storeowner on certain elements of trading relationship
(e.g. stock levels, promotions, point of sale, edge etc).
(Provide input and interact with dedicated customers )
Interface with Agents
Weekly update of sales targets / actuals.
Monitor service levels to agents and agents to trade.
Organization : South Africa
Job : Customer Development
DEPARTMENT: Customer Development
Business Context and Main purpose of the Job
To prepare, implement and analyze account figures and propose options in building the strategy to the National Account Manager that will be negotiated and implemented with the Trade/ Agents .
Main Accountabilities
Interface with Trade
Ensure MT/DT deals for SA retailers/ Wholesalers are implemented ( Communication with NAM/Assistants)
Monitors Co-op spend with Agents/Customers .
Negotiates with Buyer/Storeowner on certain elements of trading relationship
(e.g. stock levels, promotions, point of sale, edge etc).
(Provide input and interact with dedicated customers )
Interface with Agents
Weekly update of sales targets / actuals.
Monitor service levels to agents and agents to trade.
Enterprise Deployment Manager Job in South Africa - IBM
Enterprise Deployment Manager (Accelerated Value Program Deployment Leader)
Permanent Job in South Africa
IT, Technology Sector
Closing date Sunday, November 17, 2013
Job Description:
IBM value add distributors - Deploy, will assist selected clients by providing a Deployment leader to provide deployment related services. This continuing role advantages Team IBM as it seeks to gain exposure to new opportunities to position innovative new solutions in the account The activities of the AVP(Accelerated Value Program )-Deployment Leader would include: Enterprise License Agreement Governance: Work with Client to track utilization of the software included in the ELA contract. Report software license usage to both Client and IBM management; Report on a quarterly basis to Client Software License Management Department a summary of all orders placed in that current quarter; Provide on a quarterly basis to Client a list of qualified IBM Business Partners and value add distributors Attend and represent IBM in the Client monthly license management meetings Formal notification of IBM changes affecting licensing position PROACTIVE Advise Client in the operation of the ILMT/TADd and provide best practice assistance Provide planning guidance for effective deployment of software projects. Bring optimization of the environment through smarter working practices. Be a member of relevant IT committees, Steering committees and project meetings in support of your deployment objectives (project/product) Assist and guide the development of a software deployment
Permanent Job in South Africa
IT, Technology Sector
Closing date Sunday, November 17, 2013
Job Description:
IBM value add distributors - Deploy, will assist selected clients by providing a Deployment leader to provide deployment related services. This continuing role advantages Team IBM as it seeks to gain exposure to new opportunities to position innovative new solutions in the account The activities of the AVP(Accelerated Value Program )-Deployment Leader would include: Enterprise License Agreement Governance: Work with Client to track utilization of the software included in the ELA contract. Report software license usage to both Client and IBM management; Report on a quarterly basis to Client Software License Management Department a summary of all orders placed in that current quarter; Provide on a quarterly basis to Client a list of qualified IBM Business Partners and value add distributors Attend and represent IBM in the Client monthly license management meetings Formal notification of IBM changes affecting licensing position PROACTIVE Advise Client in the operation of the ILMT/TADd and provide best practice assistance Provide planning guidance for effective deployment of software projects. Bring optimization of the environment through smarter working practices. Be a member of relevant IT committees, Steering committees and project meetings in support of your deployment objectives (project/product) Assist and guide the development of a software deployment
Saturday 12 October 2013
Regional Food Security Specialist - Markets and Tade FEWS NET South Africa 2013, Pretoria, South Africa
Job Title Regional Food Security Specialist
Organization Chemonics International Inc.
Country South Africa
City Pretoria, South Africa
Closing Date: Thursday, 31 October 2013
Chemonics seeks a regional food security specialist - markets and trade (RFSS-MT) for the five-year (2012-2016), USAID-funded Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). The world's premier provider of high-quality food security analysis and early warning, FEWS NET collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to provide timely and rigorous early warning and analysis of potential, emerging, and/or evolving food security issues. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. This position is based in Pretoria, South Africa.
The RFSS-MT is a senior technical professional who works closely with the regional technical manager, the country teams in the region, and partners to design, execute, and coordinate regional activities in the markets and trade technical area. The RFSS-MT will contribute to providing high-quality and effective early warning of threats to food security and support efforts to mitigate food insecurity and crises through the provision of actionable food security analysis.
Organization Chemonics International Inc.
Country South Africa
City Pretoria, South Africa
Closing Date: Thursday, 31 October 2013
Chemonics seeks a regional food security specialist - markets and trade (RFSS-MT) for the five-year (2012-2016), USAID-funded Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). The world's premier provider of high-quality food security analysis and early warning, FEWS NET collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to provide timely and rigorous early warning and analysis of potential, emerging, and/or evolving food security issues. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. This position is based in Pretoria, South Africa.
The RFSS-MT is a senior technical professional who works closely with the regional technical manager, the country teams in the region, and partners to design, execute, and coordinate regional activities in the markets and trade technical area. The RFSS-MT will contribute to providing high-quality and effective early warning of threats to food security and support efforts to mitigate food insecurity and crises through the provision of actionable food security analysis.
Senior Communications Officer, PATH Southern Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Title Senior Communications Officer
Organization Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH)
CountrySouth Africa
City Johannesburg,
Country South Africa
Job Description
To be considered for this position applicants must have legal authority to live and work in South Africa.
PATH is an international non-profit organization that transforms global health through innovation. PATH takes an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines, drugs, and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through its work in more than 70 countries, PATH and its partners empower people to achieve their full potential.
PATH's Communications department, based in the US, plays a central role in developing and managing PATH's visibility and leadership position in global health. This new position seeks to support PATH's overall visibility in southern Africa and provide communications expertise to PATH projects based there.
The Communications Officer for southern Africa will build and strengthen PATH's reach, partnerships, and resources in southern Africa by increasing the visibility of PATH's work in the region and as well as its experience and impact in public health. The Communications Officer will work with leaders in Johannesburg, South Africa, and Seattle, Washington, USA, to develop strategies to help PATH effectively communicate its mission, vision, experience, and impact to priority audiences (including leaders and organizations in the private and public sectors, institutional donors, and foundations). The overall goal for the position is to strengthen PATH's position as a leading public health innovator in the region to enhance organizational sustainability. In addition, the Communications Officer will support the Window of Opportunity project in developing and implementing a project communications plan. She/he will work with the project director and the South Africa and Mozambican communications officers to plan and implement the global aspects of the project's communications plan and support a range of country-level communications activities. Duties and responsibilities:
To increase PATH's visibility and support projects in southern Africa, the Communications Officer will:
Develop and implement a communications strategy that identifies and engages a range of PATH stakeholders (including donors, government, community organizations, and private partners) in the region.
Work with Seattle-based communications staff to ensure internal and external alignment of the brand and identity of the PATH. Orient and train staff in south Africa in general communications principles generally and PATH's brand strategy, policies, and processes in particular.
Serve as a conduit between colleagues in southern Africa and the US. Share programmatic milestones and communications opportunities and needs in South Africa with PATH's US staff; share PATH's institutional communications priorities, resources, and best practices with staff in southern Africa.
Synergise communication systems and channels across PATH's southern Africa projects. Review and adapt guidelines and tools to assist local staff in their communications with external audiences.
Support the HQ media relations team by working with the southern Africa media. Respond to media enquiries, draft crisis communications plans, and proactively building dialogue with journalists and topic experts at PATH. Monitor media coverage and set up systems to keep records thereof.
Coordinate the planning and arrangements of relevant events in the region.
Identify qualitative and quantitative indicators that will show whether PATH has reached the above objectives in southern Africa.
Support projects, programmes, and departments in producing effective and focused communications about their projects and results.
Ensure the quality of all communications and documents, according to PATH quality standards in Southern Africa, by providing or arranging editing, design, and/or proofreading services as well as make suggestions for finalizing the documents.
To provide communication support for the Windows of Opportunity project by:
Collaborating with the South Africa communications officer and Mozambican communications associate to coordinate global and country-level aspects of the Windows of Opportunity (WinOp) project's communications plan.
Select and manage external consultants (e.g., photographer, videographer, PR firm, proof-reader) to complete communications tasks as needed.
Coordinate graphic design and printing services.
Oversee the establishment and maintenance of the project's web presence and social media platforms, such as Facebook.
Providing editing (substantive or copy editing) as needed to make project reports, publications, and other materials compelling and effective
Determining indicators for measuring communications success for Windows of Opportunity globally.
Conducting research on visibility opportunities, such as international conferences and online discussion forums.
Required Skills
Organization Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH)
CountrySouth Africa
City Johannesburg,
Country South Africa
Job Description
To be considered for this position applicants must have legal authority to live and work in South Africa.
PATH is an international non-profit organization that transforms global health through innovation. PATH takes an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines, drugs, and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through its work in more than 70 countries, PATH and its partners empower people to achieve their full potential.
PATH's Communications department, based in the US, plays a central role in developing and managing PATH's visibility and leadership position in global health. This new position seeks to support PATH's overall visibility in southern Africa and provide communications expertise to PATH projects based there.
The Communications Officer for southern Africa will build and strengthen PATH's reach, partnerships, and resources in southern Africa by increasing the visibility of PATH's work in the region and as well as its experience and impact in public health. The Communications Officer will work with leaders in Johannesburg, South Africa, and Seattle, Washington, USA, to develop strategies to help PATH effectively communicate its mission, vision, experience, and impact to priority audiences (including leaders and organizations in the private and public sectors, institutional donors, and foundations). The overall goal for the position is to strengthen PATH's position as a leading public health innovator in the region to enhance organizational sustainability. In addition, the Communications Officer will support the Window of Opportunity project in developing and implementing a project communications plan. She/he will work with the project director and the South Africa and Mozambican communications officers to plan and implement the global aspects of the project's communications plan and support a range of country-level communications activities. Duties and responsibilities:
To increase PATH's visibility and support projects in southern Africa, the Communications Officer will:
Develop and implement a communications strategy that identifies and engages a range of PATH stakeholders (including donors, government, community organizations, and private partners) in the region.
Work with Seattle-based communications staff to ensure internal and external alignment of the brand and identity of the PATH. Orient and train staff in south Africa in general communications principles generally and PATH's brand strategy, policies, and processes in particular.
Serve as a conduit between colleagues in southern Africa and the US. Share programmatic milestones and communications opportunities and needs in South Africa with PATH's US staff; share PATH's institutional communications priorities, resources, and best practices with staff in southern Africa.
Synergise communication systems and channels across PATH's southern Africa projects. Review and adapt guidelines and tools to assist local staff in their communications with external audiences.
Support the HQ media relations team by working with the southern Africa media. Respond to media enquiries, draft crisis communications plans, and proactively building dialogue with journalists and topic experts at PATH. Monitor media coverage and set up systems to keep records thereof.
Coordinate the planning and arrangements of relevant events in the region.
Identify qualitative and quantitative indicators that will show whether PATH has reached the above objectives in southern Africa.
Support projects, programmes, and departments in producing effective and focused communications about their projects and results.
Ensure the quality of all communications and documents, according to PATH quality standards in Southern Africa, by providing or arranging editing, design, and/or proofreading services as well as make suggestions for finalizing the documents.
To provide communication support for the Windows of Opportunity project by:
Collaborating with the South Africa communications officer and Mozambican communications associate to coordinate global and country-level aspects of the Windows of Opportunity (WinOp) project's communications plan.
Select and manage external consultants (e.g., photographer, videographer, PR firm, proof-reader) to complete communications tasks as needed.
Coordinate graphic design and printing services.
Oversee the establishment and maintenance of the project's web presence and social media platforms, such as Facebook.
Providing editing (substantive or copy editing) as needed to make project reports, publications, and other materials compelling and effective
Determining indicators for measuring communications success for Windows of Opportunity globally.
Conducting research on visibility opportunities, such as international conferences and online discussion forums.
Required Skills
Somalia Nutrition Consortium Grants Manager jobs in at Save the Children
Job Title Grants Manager
Organization Save the Children
City Nairobi
Country Kenya
Closing date: 22 Oct 2013
Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
The role
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring efficient and effective management of the Somalia Nutrition Consortium, e.g. grants and contracts and other funding agreements for meeting donor reporting requirements).
S/he will closely liaise with other Nutrition Consortium partner orga nisations thus ensuring donor’s compliance and accountability of funds within all members of the Consortium.
S/he will also ensure financial and Grants managerial capacity building of sub-granted implementing partner organizations, as well as monitoring and evaluating the sub-grantee managerial performance.
Qualifications and experience
• BA or specialty certificate in business administration or discipline relevant to accounting and/or financial management
• Analytical skills – the ability to analyse complex financial data and design and produce effective management information
• Experience of computerised accounts packages, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Experience of budgeting, budget management and understanding of financial systems and procedures.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in managing grants, contracts and/or sub-grant agreements for an NGO with a variety of funding s ources
• Previous experience with various donors USAID, ECHO, UNHCR, UNICEF, AUSAID, DFID and SCI member organizations and in-depth knowledge of the compliance requirements for major donors
• Demonstrable track-record in the creation and dissemination of high quality proposal budgets and revisions
• Experience in working with local partners as sub-grantees and building the capacity of partners and local staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to operate as part of a team in a multi-cultural, values driven work environment
• Demonstrated experience in strategic and operational planning processes
• Demonstrated competency in developing and manipulating spreadsheets and Web-based databases
• Ability to manage a complex and diverse workload and to work to tight deadlines
• Understanding of financial systems and procedures.
This role will be offered as a 24 months fixed term contract.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
How to apply:
Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:
spettersson.93547.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com
Organization Save the Children
City Nairobi
Country Kenya
Closing date: 22 Oct 2013
Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
The role
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring efficient and effective management of the Somalia Nutrition Consortium, e.g. grants and contracts and other funding agreements for meeting donor reporting requirements).
S/he will closely liaise with other Nutrition Consortium partner orga nisations thus ensuring donor’s compliance and accountability of funds within all members of the Consortium.
S/he will also ensure financial and Grants managerial capacity building of sub-granted implementing partner organizations, as well as monitoring and evaluating the sub-grantee managerial performance.
Qualifications and experience
• BA or specialty certificate in business administration or discipline relevant to accounting and/or financial management
• Analytical skills – the ability to analyse complex financial data and design and produce effective management information
• Experience of computerised accounts packages, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Experience of budgeting, budget management and understanding of financial systems and procedures.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in managing grants, contracts and/or sub-grant agreements for an NGO with a variety of funding s ources
• Previous experience with various donors USAID, ECHO, UNHCR, UNICEF, AUSAID, DFID and SCI member organizations and in-depth knowledge of the compliance requirements for major donors
• Demonstrable track-record in the creation and dissemination of high quality proposal budgets and revisions
• Experience in working with local partners as sub-grantees and building the capacity of partners and local staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to operate as part of a team in a multi-cultural, values driven work environment
• Demonstrated experience in strategic and operational planning processes
• Demonstrated competency in developing and manipulating spreadsheets and Web-based databases
• Ability to manage a complex and diverse workload and to work to tight deadlines
• Understanding of financial systems and procedures.
This role will be offered as a 24 months fixed term contract.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
How to apply:
Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:
spettersson.93547.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com
CONSULTANCY, CIVIL ENGINEER, WATER CATCHMENT PROJECT
Job Title CONSULTANCY, CIVIL ENGINEER
Organization Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
City Nairobi
Country Kenya
Closing date: 01 Nov 2013
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PROJECT: REHABILITATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF PASTORALIST WATER ASSETS THROUGH CASH FOR WORK LOCATION: MARSABIT COUNTY (MARSABIT NORTH, M. CENTRAL, LAISAMIS, LOIYANGALANI, NORTH HORR DISTRICT) JOB TITLE: CONSULTANT, CIVIL ENGINEER (SHORT TERM CONSULTANCY ASSIGNMENT)
Background: Diakonie Emergency Aid provides humanitarian aid worldwide. It supports people who have fallen victim of natural disasters, war and displacement and who are not able to cope on their own in the emergency situation they find themselves in. Diakonie will be supporting ADS in 2013 and 2014 to implement a recovery project, which will include the construction and rehabilitation of water sources.
Organization Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
City Nairobi
Country Kenya
Closing date: 01 Nov 2013
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PROJECT: REHABILITATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF PASTORALIST WATER ASSETS THROUGH CASH FOR WORK LOCATION: MARSABIT COUNTY (MARSABIT NORTH, M. CENTRAL, LAISAMIS, LOIYANGALANI, NORTH HORR DISTRICT) JOB TITLE: CONSULTANT, CIVIL ENGINEER (SHORT TERM CONSULTANCY ASSIGNMENT)
Background: Diakonie Emergency Aid provides humanitarian aid worldwide. It supports people who have fallen victim of natural disasters, war and displacement and who are not able to cope on their own in the emergency situation they find themselves in. Diakonie will be supporting ADS in 2013 and 2014 to implement a recovery project, which will include the construction and rehabilitation of water sources.
Volunteer Accountant | Children’s Development Charity
Job Title Accounting
Organization International Development
City Nairobi
Country Kenya
Closing date: 11 Nov 2013
Our partner is an early education centre based in Kibera, one of the most impoverished parts of Nairobi. Its core programme is offering children between 6 months and 10 years old, including those with special needs, a holistic education. Interestingly, it runs programmes outside education, including income-generating projects to ensure the financial sustainability of the school and to empower the mothers of children attending the school.
We had two volunteers spend considerable time with them in 2012 (During which our partner was in the process of moving to much larger premises), and the purpose of their placements were to ensure that the accounting/ finance function was sound enough to deal with the move and additional donor reporting requirements. In addition our past volunteers helped them move to Quickbooks.
Organization International Development
City Nairobi
Country Kenya
Closing date: 11 Nov 2013
Our partner is an early education centre based in Kibera, one of the most impoverished parts of Nairobi. Its core programme is offering children between 6 months and 10 years old, including those with special needs, a holistic education. Interestingly, it runs programmes outside education, including income-generating projects to ensure the financial sustainability of the school and to empower the mothers of children attending the school.
We had two volunteers spend considerable time with them in 2012 (During which our partner was in the process of moving to much larger premises), and the purpose of their placements were to ensure that the accounting/ finance function was sound enough to deal with the move and additional donor reporting requirements. In addition our past volunteers helped them move to Quickbooks.
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Marketing Assistant - RedR UK
Job Title Marketing Assistant
Organization RedR UK
Country Kenya
City Nairobi
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013
Role Description
• Support RedR to develop and build key contact databases, focusing on target audiences in the Kenyan/East African humanitarian sector (aid workers, HR managers, Learning and Development Managers, Humanitarian Cluster Coodinators etc).
• Support the development of other databases as needed to effectively record information about past course participants.
• Assist with the production of a monthly training news e-bulletin for past and potential course participants.
• Respond to telephone and email enquires from external parties, providing relevant information about RedR as requested.
• Help to develop, with external designer and RedR colleagues, a range of marketing tools for use by RedR staff in Kenya (leaflets, bags, pens, training calendars, wall posters etc).
• Revise course fact-sheets and develop new course fact-sheets where needed.
• Help with the production of ‘meet the trainer’ films for use on Kenya pages of RedR website.
• Support the development of a media contacts database for use in Kenya.
• Source and produce case studies showing the impact of RedR’s training in Kenya and across the region for use in marketing materials and on the RedR website.
• Upload / edit course information about Kenya courses on the RedR website.
• Use social media tools (Facebook, Twitter) and other relevant Kenya-specific humanitarian websites to actively promote courses.
• Help develop external RedR events such as ‘taster days’ and a RedR speaker series.
Person Specification
• Marketing experience, ideally in an NGO setting, and a strong understanding of steps needed to engage with and promote training services to key target audiences.
• Good knowledge of social media channels.
• Experience of Kenya-based media, particular key contacts in the social affairs/humanitarian sector.
• A commitment to RedR’s humanitarian mission and values and a strong interest in or knowledge of the East African humanitarian sector.
• Knowledge of key communications channels used by humanitarian community in East Africa.
• Experience of brand management / brand adherence.
• Excellent writing skills, including good grammar, spelling and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a confident, polite and friendly phone manner.
• Good MS Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues in order to undertake tasks.
• Cheerful, hands-on and methodical attitude.
• Able to undertake basic administrative tasks such as document and information collation, filing, creating word documents, simple spreadsheets etc.
• Database management experience desirable.
• Web content management system (CMS) experience desirable.
• Ability to work calmly to deadlines and under pressure.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.
Expectations, Authority and Accountability
• We expect all volunteers to undertake the agreed responsibilities in a professional manner and to work in a spirit of mutual respect for colleagues in RedR.
• We would expect you to demonstrate behaviour that is consistent with RedR’s values.
• You will be provided with a briefing to the role and responsibilities and support where identified either pre assignment or during assignment.
• We would encourage you to engage in the nature of RedR’s work such as attending country briefings/talks, reading e-bulletins, newsletters and other materials, where available.
• You are accountable to the Programme Manager in terms of your activities and tasks.
• The Programme Manager is accountable to you for ensuring a clear role brief, support and for ensuring your health and safety in the workplace.
Desirables:
• Install, maintain and update the network, system and software; establish and implement internal IT policies and guide users about appropriate usage of equipment and relevant software;
• Arrange timely replacement of hardware and periodically check equipment for smooth operation.
• Maintain proper documentation of IT inventory & network.
• Ensure timely backup of user’s data and emails.
• Provide IT support to all users and update all systems requirements.
How to apply:
Please submit your application form to HR.kenya@redr.org.uk before close of business on 27th September, 2013.
Due to our limited resources only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please assume you haven’t been shortlisted if you haven’t heard from us 3 weeks from the closing date.
Organization RedR UK
Country Kenya
City Nairobi
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013
Role Description
• Support RedR to develop and build key contact databases, focusing on target audiences in the Kenyan/East African humanitarian sector (aid workers, HR managers, Learning and Development Managers, Humanitarian Cluster Coodinators etc).
• Support the development of other databases as needed to effectively record information about past course participants.
• Assist with the production of a monthly training news e-bulletin for past and potential course participants.
• Respond to telephone and email enquires from external parties, providing relevant information about RedR as requested.
• Help to develop, with external designer and RedR colleagues, a range of marketing tools for use by RedR staff in Kenya (leaflets, bags, pens, training calendars, wall posters etc).
• Revise course fact-sheets and develop new course fact-sheets where needed.
• Help with the production of ‘meet the trainer’ films for use on Kenya pages of RedR website.
• Support the development of a media contacts database for use in Kenya.
• Source and produce case studies showing the impact of RedR’s training in Kenya and across the region for use in marketing materials and on the RedR website.
• Upload / edit course information about Kenya courses on the RedR website.
• Use social media tools (Facebook, Twitter) and other relevant Kenya-specific humanitarian websites to actively promote courses.
• Help develop external RedR events such as ‘taster days’ and a RedR speaker series.
Person Specification
• Marketing experience, ideally in an NGO setting, and a strong understanding of steps needed to engage with and promote training services to key target audiences.
• Good knowledge of social media channels.
• Experience of Kenya-based media, particular key contacts in the social affairs/humanitarian sector.
• A commitment to RedR’s humanitarian mission and values and a strong interest in or knowledge of the East African humanitarian sector.
• Knowledge of key communications channels used by humanitarian community in East Africa.
• Experience of brand management / brand adherence.
• Excellent writing skills, including good grammar, spelling and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a confident, polite and friendly phone manner.
• Good MS Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues in order to undertake tasks.
• Cheerful, hands-on and methodical attitude.
• Able to undertake basic administrative tasks such as document and information collation, filing, creating word documents, simple spreadsheets etc.
• Database management experience desirable.
• Web content management system (CMS) experience desirable.
• Ability to work calmly to deadlines and under pressure.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.
Expectations, Authority and Accountability
• We expect all volunteers to undertake the agreed responsibilities in a professional manner and to work in a spirit of mutual respect for colleagues in RedR.
• We would expect you to demonstrate behaviour that is consistent with RedR’s values.
• You will be provided with a briefing to the role and responsibilities and support where identified either pre assignment or during assignment.
• We would encourage you to engage in the nature of RedR’s work such as attending country briefings/talks, reading e-bulletins, newsletters and other materials, where available.
• You are accountable to the Programme Manager in terms of your activities and tasks.
• The Programme Manager is accountable to you for ensuring a clear role brief, support and for ensuring your health and safety in the workplace.
Desirables:
• Install, maintain and update the network, system and software; establish and implement internal IT policies and guide users about appropriate usage of equipment and relevant software;
• Arrange timely replacement of hardware and periodically check equipment for smooth operation.
• Maintain proper documentation of IT inventory & network.
• Ensure timely backup of user’s data and emails.
• Provide IT support to all users and update all systems requirements.
How to apply:
Please submit your application form to HR.kenya@redr.org.uk before close of business on 27th September, 2013.
Due to our limited resources only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please assume you haven’t been shortlisted if you haven’t heard from us 3 weeks from the closing date.
Chief of party Jobs in Kenya at Chemonics
Job title Chief of party
Organization Chemonics
Country Kenya
Category Administration
Closing date: 19 Oct 2013
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated five-year, USAID-funded Resilience Learning Project in Kenya. The project will work with key partners to develop and manage a knowledge management and learning activity. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction
Serve as the project's primary liaison with donors, host-country and regional government officials, and international and regional implementing partners
Coordinate and oversee contract management, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, including compliance with USAID regulations and timely submission of all project deliverables
Supervise project technical and administrative staff, collaboratively creating and implementing a strategic long-term vision for the project while effectively mitigating risk and managing performance
Build linkages between multiple diverse stakeholders at local, national, and regional levels and develop flexible approaches within context
Oversee data collection, research and analysis, knowledge management, and capacity building; leverage best practices into policy and guidelines; and introduce new practices across multiple levels
Incorporate gender issues key to achieving growth and resilience across continuums
Qualifications:
Master's degree in international development, natural resource management, business administration, or related field of study required
Minimum 10 years of experience in managing resilience-enhanced programs or working in pastoralist, environment and natural resource management, or recurrent drought and conflict areas, preferably in Kenya and Ethiopia
Minimum five years of supervisory work experience, including direct supervision of research programs and assembling international development program teams to work on multi-faceted projects
Experience managing and implementing large donor-funded (preferably USAID) projects
Technical expertise in design, implementation, planning, coordinating, and driving complex monitoring, evaluation, organizational learning, and capacity development efforts
Demonstrated ability to establish multi-sector working relationships at all levels to encourage learning, collaboration, and joint sharing
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills
Proven success using monitoring and evaluation, knowledge sharing, and evidence-based learning to continually improve performance of activities
Strong communication and diplomacy skills
Experience living and working in the Horn of Africa preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Fluency in English required
Application Instructions:
Send electronic submissions to ResilienceRecruit@gmail.com by October 10, 2013. Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only “Resilience learning project - chief of party” in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
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Organization Chemonics
Country Kenya
Category Administration
Closing date: 19 Oct 2013
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated five-year, USAID-funded Resilience Learning Project in Kenya. The project will work with key partners to develop and manage a knowledge management and learning activity. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Provide overall project leadership, management, and technical direction
Serve as the project's primary liaison with donors, host-country and regional government officials, and international and regional implementing partners
Coordinate and oversee contract management, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, including compliance with USAID regulations and timely submission of all project deliverables
Supervise project technical and administrative staff, collaboratively creating and implementing a strategic long-term vision for the project while effectively mitigating risk and managing performance
Build linkages between multiple diverse stakeholders at local, national, and regional levels and develop flexible approaches within context
Oversee data collection, research and analysis, knowledge management, and capacity building; leverage best practices into policy and guidelines; and introduce new practices across multiple levels
Incorporate gender issues key to achieving growth and resilience across continuums
Qualifications:
Master's degree in international development, natural resource management, business administration, or related field of study required
Minimum 10 years of experience in managing resilience-enhanced programs or working in pastoralist, environment and natural resource management, or recurrent drought and conflict areas, preferably in Kenya and Ethiopia
Minimum five years of supervisory work experience, including direct supervision of research programs and assembling international development program teams to work on multi-faceted projects
Experience managing and implementing large donor-funded (preferably USAID) projects
Technical expertise in design, implementation, planning, coordinating, and driving complex monitoring, evaluation, organizational learning, and capacity development efforts
Demonstrated ability to establish multi-sector working relationships at all levels to encourage learning, collaboration, and joint sharing
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills
Proven success using monitoring and evaluation, knowledge sharing, and evidence-based learning to continually improve performance of activities
Strong communication and diplomacy skills
Experience living and working in the Horn of Africa preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Fluency in English required
Application Instructions:
Send electronic submissions to ResilienceRecruit@gmail.com by October 10, 2013. Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only “Resilience learning project - chief of party” in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
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Humanitarian Affairs Officer - Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Job title Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Pooled Fund Manager) P-3
Organization UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Country Kenya
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013
ORG. SETTING AND REPORTING: This position is located in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Nairobi, Kenya. The Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Pooled Fund Manager) reports to the Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Head of Humanitarian Financing Unit) of OCHA Somalia.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office (HoO) of OCHA Somalia and oversight of the United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator (HC), the HAO (Pooled Fund Manager) will be responsible for the following duties:
Fund Management and Coordination: • Under the supervision of the Senior HAO, support and advise the HC on the overall management of the Common Humanitarian Fund (CHF) vis-à-vis the humanitarian context (i.e. priorities and critical needs); • Ensure the overall administration of the Fund and liaise as necessary with relevant OCHA HQ sections (i.e. OCHA Coordination and Response Division (CRD), OCHA Funding Coordination Section (FCS), OCHA Administrative Services Branch (ASB) or Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MPTF) Office); • Support and implement standardized policy in line with HQ guidance and decisions; • Manage and supervise Fund-related support staff (if any); • Manage fund allocation processes ensuring necessary coordination with relevant counterparts in line with the Terms of Reference and/or allocation guidelines (i.e. Review and/or Advisory Boards, cluster or sector leads; humanitarian organizations; and OCHA); • Liaise with NGO, UN partners as well as clusters and OCHA field offices to follow-up on project progress and overall Fund progress; • Conduct periodic field visits to promote the knowledge and support the appropriate use of the Fund in line with its Terms of Reference; field visits should focus on key actors (i.e. OCHA field colleagues, recipient organisations, local governments, communities); • Ensure proper communication and support during the allocation process to all stake-holders; • Liaise with and provide necessary support to recipient organisations of the Fund throughout the life-cycle of the projects, promoting coherence between humanitarian needs and response; • Advise the HC, recipient organizations and stakeholders on measures to mitigate foreseeable operational risks; • Ensure recipient organizations compliance with financial rules applicable to the Fund; • Ensure coordination and information exchange with humanitarian donors aiming to promote coordinated and complementary use of funds.
Donors relation: • Liaise with donors to keep them informed of humanitarian needs, response operations, and the funding status and funding requirements of the Consolidated Appeal and the CHF by contributing to donor briefings, preparing funding requests and reports; • Coordinate, compile, review and comment on project submissions for CERF and recipient's inputs on the CERF Annual Report; • Coordinate the proposal and reports submissions to donors on behalf of OCHA.
Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation: • Oversee the implementation of the accountability framework based on capacity Assessment, due diligence, Risk management, reporting, financial and project based monitoring, audits; • Ensure compliance with monitoring and reporting systems in place for the Fund; • Systematically provide information on project status to the HoO and the HC, donors, and relevant governing bodies of the Fund; • Ensure timely overall project reporting, including acting as the lead for the pooled fund annual report exercise; • Assist in the preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies in consultation with relevant HQ sections (FCS, EGS).
Analysis, communications and public information : • Research, analyze and present humanitarian financing information, in particular funding trends and requirements, gathered from diverse sources; • Assist in policy development, including the review and analysis of humanitarian issues and funding trends at the country level, ensuring proper coordination with FCS; • In collaboration with other OCHA units and field offices, as well as with support from relevant OCHA HQ sections, document and disseminate results, best practices and results of the Fund across internal and broader audiences through information and communication products/pieces (i.e. bulletins, feature stories, photographs/videos, web-sites, etc.); • Liaise with OCHA field offices and recipient organisations in order to disseminate full information on Fund activities; • Perform other duties as required.
COMPETENCIES
PROFESSIONALISM: Sound knowledge of and exposure to a range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related humanitarian issues, to include approaches and techniques to address difficult problems; strong analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyse and articulate the humanitarian and protection dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response; ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems; strong research skills, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the humanitarian rights and protection situation in assigned country/area; proven excellent drafting skills; good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance; knowledge of the institutions of the UN system and of NGOs; strong computer literacy (Word and Excel); ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); ability to provide guidance to new/junior staff; take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; supports subordinates and peers, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; designs solutions and basis recommendations on the principles of usability; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, project management, budget management, or other related areas is required. Experience in humanitarian emergencies in the field and direct project management or project supervision experience is desirable. Previous work experience in areas of project management, monitoring and evaluation, and administration is desirable. Experience in drafting project documentation and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance is desirable. Experience with the UN common system is desirable.
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in political or social science, international studies, public administration, international studies, economics, or other relevant field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.
Languages:
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post, fluency of English (both, oral and written) is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
How to apply:
How to apply: The position is intended to fill functions of short-term duration This temporary position is for an initial period of three (3) months with a possibility of extension. All posts are subject to availability of funds.
Please state your full name and the temporary job opening notice number OCHA/G/58/2013 as the subject in your e-mail application and send one email application for every temporary job opening announcement. Documents should be saved as pdf file, with the title formatted as follows: FAMILY NAME_given name_ Doc-t type.pdf. For example: GREY_Joe _PHP.pdf.
All applicants are requested to submit a completed personal history profile (PHP) to Iahli Patale patale@un.org with a copy to ochavacancies@un.org . Note that applications to United Nations Secretariat positions can be generated in the new Inspira recruitment system. We encourage you to create an electronic personal history profile and to apply to these and other positions for which you are interested and qualified at http://inspira.un.org
Note that applicants’ eligibility cannot be fully assessed if the personal history profile is not properly completed. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. 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. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her; in this context, all staff members are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures. "The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees). Also, the United Nations does not concern itself with information on bank accounts."
Organization UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Country Kenya
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013
ORG. SETTING AND REPORTING: This position is located in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Nairobi, Kenya. The Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Pooled Fund Manager) reports to the Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer (Head of Humanitarian Financing Unit) of OCHA Somalia.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office (HoO) of OCHA Somalia and oversight of the United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator (HC), the HAO (Pooled Fund Manager) will be responsible for the following duties:
Fund Management and Coordination: • Under the supervision of the Senior HAO, support and advise the HC on the overall management of the Common Humanitarian Fund (CHF) vis-à-vis the humanitarian context (i.e. priorities and critical needs); • Ensure the overall administration of the Fund and liaise as necessary with relevant OCHA HQ sections (i.e. OCHA Coordination and Response Division (CRD), OCHA Funding Coordination Section (FCS), OCHA Administrative Services Branch (ASB) or Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MPTF) Office); • Support and implement standardized policy in line with HQ guidance and decisions; • Manage and supervise Fund-related support staff (if any); • Manage fund allocation processes ensuring necessary coordination with relevant counterparts in line with the Terms of Reference and/or allocation guidelines (i.e. Review and/or Advisory Boards, cluster or sector leads; humanitarian organizations; and OCHA); • Liaise with NGO, UN partners as well as clusters and OCHA field offices to follow-up on project progress and overall Fund progress; • Conduct periodic field visits to promote the knowledge and support the appropriate use of the Fund in line with its Terms of Reference; field visits should focus on key actors (i.e. OCHA field colleagues, recipient organisations, local governments, communities); • Ensure proper communication and support during the allocation process to all stake-holders; • Liaise with and provide necessary support to recipient organisations of the Fund throughout the life-cycle of the projects, promoting coherence between humanitarian needs and response; • Advise the HC, recipient organizations and stakeholders on measures to mitigate foreseeable operational risks; • Ensure recipient organizations compliance with financial rules applicable to the Fund; • Ensure coordination and information exchange with humanitarian donors aiming to promote coordinated and complementary use of funds.
Donors relation: • Liaise with donors to keep them informed of humanitarian needs, response operations, and the funding status and funding requirements of the Consolidated Appeal and the CHF by contributing to donor briefings, preparing funding requests and reports; • Coordinate, compile, review and comment on project submissions for CERF and recipient's inputs on the CERF Annual Report; • Coordinate the proposal and reports submissions to donors on behalf of OCHA.
Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation: • Oversee the implementation of the accountability framework based on capacity Assessment, due diligence, Risk management, reporting, financial and project based monitoring, audits; • Ensure compliance with monitoring and reporting systems in place for the Fund; • Systematically provide information on project status to the HoO and the HC, donors, and relevant governing bodies of the Fund; • Ensure timely overall project reporting, including acting as the lead for the pooled fund annual report exercise; • Assist in the preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies in consultation with relevant HQ sections (FCS, EGS).
Analysis, communications and public information : • Research, analyze and present humanitarian financing information, in particular funding trends and requirements, gathered from diverse sources; • Assist in policy development, including the review and analysis of humanitarian issues and funding trends at the country level, ensuring proper coordination with FCS; • In collaboration with other OCHA units and field offices, as well as with support from relevant OCHA HQ sections, document and disseminate results, best practices and results of the Fund across internal and broader audiences through information and communication products/pieces (i.e. bulletins, feature stories, photographs/videos, web-sites, etc.); • Liaise with OCHA field offices and recipient organisations in order to disseminate full information on Fund activities; • Perform other duties as required.
COMPETENCIES
PROFESSIONALISM: Sound knowledge of and exposure to a range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related humanitarian issues, to include approaches and techniques to address difficult problems; strong analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyse and articulate the humanitarian and protection dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response; ability to identify issues and to use sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems; strong research skills, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the humanitarian rights and protection situation in assigned country/area; proven excellent drafting skills; good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance; knowledge of the institutions of the UN system and of NGOs; strong computer literacy (Word and Excel); ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); ability to provide guidance to new/junior staff; take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; operates in compliance with organisational regulations and rules; supports subordinates and peers, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; designs solutions and basis recommendations on the principles of usability; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, project management, budget management, or other related areas is required. Experience in humanitarian emergencies in the field and direct project management or project supervision experience is desirable. Previous work experience in areas of project management, monitoring and evaluation, and administration is desirable. Experience in drafting project documentation and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance is desirable. Experience with the UN common system is desirable.
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in political or social science, international studies, public administration, international studies, economics, or other relevant field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.
Languages:
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post, fluency of English (both, oral and written) is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
How to apply:
How to apply: The position is intended to fill functions of short-term duration This temporary position is for an initial period of three (3) months with a possibility of extension. All posts are subject to availability of funds.
Please state your full name and the temporary job opening notice number OCHA/G/58/2013 as the subject in your e-mail application and send one email application for every temporary job opening announcement. Documents should be saved as pdf file, with the title formatted as follows: FAMILY NAME_given name_ Doc-t type.pdf. For example: GREY_Joe _PHP.pdf.
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HR Consultant and Business Development Manager - People Performance Group
Job title: HR Consultant and Business Development Manager
Employment type: Full time
Country: Kenya
City / Location: Nairobi
Job category: Human Resources
Min. years of experience: 4 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: October 4, 2013 - 5pm
PPG is the leading HR Consultancy firm in Uganda. We have achieved this status through professional and ethical services, excellent customer care and a strong focus on keeping our clients satisfied. Our professionalism is comparable to any international standards and we are client centred in everything we do! For more about us please see our website www.ppg.co.ug. PPG is now expanding into Kenya. Our ambition is to be market leaders in Kenya as well and to ensure that we need the best people.
Job Opportunities for Ambitious Professionals!
Senior HR Consultant
As a consultant at People Performance Group, you will get to work with strategy and people. You will be in charge of counseling on HR issues, perform trainings, manage development projects, execute recruitment processes, do personality tests, manage outsourced staff and report to clients.
You know the job
Either you already work as HR consultant in a consultancy company or you have gained experience at management level from an internal HR position. However, we are open minded so if you have a different background but believe you can be successful in HR consultancy feel free to apply.
Business Development Manager
To ensure our targets are met we need a highly motivated and ambitious Business Development Manager. You must be able to manage your sales pipeline and manage the process from initial contact to negotiation and signing of contracts.
You have the right experience
You must be able to show a history of previous success. If you have experience in selling HR services it’s an advantage, however, you MUST be able to sell a service based on proper needs analysis and a consultative approach. You know that sales is about persistence, knowing what you sell and networking.
The right tools and development possibilities
If you can offer us the above, we can offer you a job in a fast growing company, where you will have all the right tools and methods to give your clients the best solution. We work with a wide variety of psychometric tests to ensure good and reliable results. You will be given intensive training in Uganda to make sure you understand our values, services and processes. For the right people, there will be exciting development opportunities.
Qualifications for both positions
• Minimum of a Bachelors degree
• Knowledge of MS Office applications
• Fluent in English and French in writing and verbally
• Knowledge of kinyarwanda is an added advantage
• Will and talent to provide excellent customer care
• Minimum 4 years experience in a relevant field
Competencies
• You can present and communicate information verbally as well as in writing
• You can plan and organize your own and other’s time
• You can deliver results and meet customer expectations
• You can persuade and influence others
• You can cope with pressure, setbacks and criticism
To the successful candidates PPG will offer an attractive result based salary, a highly professional team that will support you to achieve results and a busy but fun working environment with excellent career opportunities.
How to apply:
To apply please send CV with 3 referees including copies of certificates to the e-mail address below. Only e-mail applications are accepted. Please mark the subject field: “PPG Kenya – Position name”, where you replace “Position name” with the position you are applying for. Attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.
Closing date is 4 PM on the 16th September 2013.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug
Employment type: Full time
Country: Kenya
City / Location: Nairobi
Job category: Human Resources
Min. years of experience: 4 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: October 4, 2013 - 5pm
PPG is the leading HR Consultancy firm in Uganda. We have achieved this status through professional and ethical services, excellent customer care and a strong focus on keeping our clients satisfied. Our professionalism is comparable to any international standards and we are client centred in everything we do! For more about us please see our website www.ppg.co.ug. PPG is now expanding into Kenya. Our ambition is to be market leaders in Kenya as well and to ensure that we need the best people.
Job Opportunities for Ambitious Professionals!
Senior HR Consultant
As a consultant at People Performance Group, you will get to work with strategy and people. You will be in charge of counseling on HR issues, perform trainings, manage development projects, execute recruitment processes, do personality tests, manage outsourced staff and report to clients.
You know the job
Either you already work as HR consultant in a consultancy company or you have gained experience at management level from an internal HR position. However, we are open minded so if you have a different background but believe you can be successful in HR consultancy feel free to apply.
Business Development Manager
To ensure our targets are met we need a highly motivated and ambitious Business Development Manager. You must be able to manage your sales pipeline and manage the process from initial contact to negotiation and signing of contracts.
You have the right experience
You must be able to show a history of previous success. If you have experience in selling HR services it’s an advantage, however, you MUST be able to sell a service based on proper needs analysis and a consultative approach. You know that sales is about persistence, knowing what you sell and networking.
The right tools and development possibilities
If you can offer us the above, we can offer you a job in a fast growing company, where you will have all the right tools and methods to give your clients the best solution. We work with a wide variety of psychometric tests to ensure good and reliable results. You will be given intensive training in Uganda to make sure you understand our values, services and processes. For the right people, there will be exciting development opportunities.
Qualifications for both positions
• Minimum of a Bachelors degree
• Knowledge of MS Office applications
• Fluent in English and French in writing and verbally
• Knowledge of kinyarwanda is an added advantage
• Will and talent to provide excellent customer care
• Minimum 4 years experience in a relevant field
Competencies
• You can present and communicate information verbally as well as in writing
• You can plan and organize your own and other’s time
• You can deliver results and meet customer expectations
• You can persuade and influence others
• You can cope with pressure, setbacks and criticism
To the successful candidates PPG will offer an attractive result based salary, a highly professional team that will support you to achieve results and a busy but fun working environment with excellent career opportunities.
How to apply:
To apply please send CV with 3 referees including copies of certificates to the e-mail address below. Only e-mail applications are accepted. Please mark the subject field: “PPG Kenya – Position name”, where you replace “Position name” with the position you are applying for. Attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.
Closing date is 4 PM on the 16th September 2013.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug
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