Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant Job in Kenya - AMREF

AMREF is the largest international health development non-governmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health.

Headquartered in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Southern Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website www.amref.org.

We are seeking to fill the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Assistant.

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant

Directorate: Programme Management Unit

Unit: Monitoring & Evaluation

Physical Location: AMREF Headquarters

Main Purpose of Job

To provide support to the M&E unit by ensuring effective coordination, planning, reporting and communication at the corporate, Regional, country and/or programme and project levels.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Corporate M&E Leader

Key Responsibilities & Main Tasks

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Assisting in preparation of M&E tools, reports and other documentation
• Reviewing M&E documents and providing summaries for discussion

Data Management

• Assisting in data entry, collection, management and analysis on project and programme results
• Tabulating data and engaging in additional analysis

Reporting

• Report writing on routine M&E activities

Logistical Support

• Providing support in executing M&E functions
• Providing support during workshops, trainings and seminars
• Participating in trainings, seminars and workshops as necessary

Required Qualifications

Education and knowledge

• Bachelors degree in Public Health, Evaluation, International Development, Social Sciences, Statistics or other related field;
• Basic M&E concepts and tools
• Database management
• Statistical software

Experience

• At least 3 years experience working
• Practice with log-frame development
• Project and programme monitoring and evaluation
• Participatory development of indicators

Skills

• Attention to detail and facility with numeric data
• Ability to work in multi-cultural teams
• Excellent communications skills
• Analytical skills

Visit the AMREF vacancies website here to view the job specifications and application process.

If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application form attaching your CV.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We encourage those interested to send their applications by Thursday, 29 September 2011.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

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Sales & Marketing Executives Jobs in Kenya - eLearning Solutions

Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS) is an Information Communication Technology (ICT) company founded over six years ago.

It is duly registered as a limited liability company in Kenya and licensed by the Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) as an Applications Services Provider (ASP) mandated to provide Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions to corporate, residential and individual consumers.

OIS seeks to recruit three mature individuals for the position of Sales and Marketing Executives for its eLearning solutions. The holders of this position will be key members of the e-learning product development and market management team.

Thus, applicants must be enthusiastic about their work. A distinguishing quality will be the ability to work under tight schedules with the prudence to meet targets and delivery deadlines under minimum supervision.

Required skill sets:

• A bachelors degree preferably a B Com in Marketing (Certification in a sales related course or previous sales experience in IT/eLearning solutions will be an added advantage.)
• At least a foundation certificate in an IT-Related training.
• Must be computer literate with MS Office products. Excellent Computer presentation Skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to creatively and persistently follow through to get results.
• A proven, demonstrable track record of success in business development and sales management will be an added advantage.
• Superior knowledge of sales techniques including cold-calling, networking, lead generation, all with the ability to capture and close the deal.
• Superior work Ethics and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Age is not a factor, but demonstrable maturity is an added advantage.

For consideration, please forward a detailed CV and cover letter to jobs@octopusict.com. Your application must reach us not later than 5 PM on the 23rd of September 2011. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Remuneration for the position will be related and dependent on applicant’s level of education and experience. The salary structure is a base pay plus commissions.

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Octopus ICT Solutions e-Learning Instructional Designers Jobs in Kenya

Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS) is an Information Communication Technology (ICT) company founded over six years ago.

It is duly registered as a limited liability company in Kenya and licensed by the Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) as an Applications Services Provider (ASP) mandated to provide Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions to corporate, residential and individual consumers.

OIS seeks three energetic, creative individuals with an interest in e-learning and instructional design to support the e-Learning department. OIS offers a dynamic, creative, and progressive work environment.

Required skill sets:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or related field. A solid understanding of Web technologies is preferred.
• Have good knowledge of Instructional Design and Storyboarding. This includes ability to:

1. Research, analyze, design, develop and customize instructional materials
2. Work with different types of input material to create instructional content
3. Apply various Instructional strategies, models and theories to content
4. Use templates in developing instructional materials.
5. Visualize
6. Have knowledge of industry standards, such as AICC, SCORM.

• Multi-faceted production experience in a distance education, or training environment, including experience in designing and developing courses using HTML, Flash, Articulate and Adobe eLearning Suite Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Moodle
• Demonstrated experience working with subject matter experts and adult learners to develop content
• Be able to work with Account Managers and/or Marketing team to analyze project requirement with the clients and suggest solutions
• Be proficient with MS Office, specifically MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrate effective spoken and written English and excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Provide instructional design feedback on online modules which are being developed by vendors or volunteers in order to create compelling online learning experiences (this entails using adult learning techniques)
• Monitor courses currently available through OIS's online University to collect feedback and refine material and approaches if necessary

The successful candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently within a team-based, fast-paced atmosphere with high standards for quality, accuracy, and innovation.

This candidate should also possess strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and work on multiple projects simultaneously with great efficiency and attention to detail.

For consideration, please forward a detailed CV and cover letter to jobs@octopusict.com.

Your application must reach us not later than 5 PM on the 23rd of September 2011.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Remuneration for the position will be related and dependent on applicant’s level of education and experience.

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Receptionist Job in Kenya - Security Firm

A security firm is looking for a receptionist will be the first point of contact for in-coming calls and visitors to the Office.

Reception Duties

• Ensure that the reception area is always presentable. .
• Manage all incoming and outgoing calls and visitors and direct them accordingly or attend to their needs or appointment requirements.
• Prepare and attend to all outgoing/ incoming mail.
• Distribute incoming correspondence or documents among staff.
• Provide direction for key clients, visitors and handle enquires
• Perform various office duties when requested, e.g. filing, arranging transport, and logging of callouts for maintenance and repair work and minor administrative duties.
• Make arrangement for refreshments for various meetings as well as for guests.
• Receive and send all documents via courier services and maintain appropriate registers.
• Ensure that the reception area is neat and welcoming.
• Ensure that staff members have stationery required for their work.
• Provide general administrative and office support function as may be called upon from time to time.
• Fill in for the cleaner as and when needed.

Functional Competencies

• Must have excellent command of English spoken and competent in grammar
• A Team Player.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks.
• Must have knowledge of office record keeping practices and methods.
• Can perform with minimal supervision
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Demonstrates high integrity and ethical standards, sound judgment, diplomacy and discretion.

Education and Qualifications

1. Diploma in Office Management/Business Administration
2. Must have experience in a security firm for more than one year AMUST.
3. Proficient in MS Office (Must)
4. Formal secretarial training will be an added advantage

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating your experience, qualifications, current remuneration, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- bmideva@fep-group.com by Friday, September 23rd, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Female applicants encouraged to apply

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