UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

UN Women Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable team players in the following positions:
 
1. ICT Support Associate
 
2. Program Manager (Economic Empowerment)
 
Application procedures
 
Interested and qualified persons should visit the vacancies on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at http://www.ke.undp.org/content/kenya/en/home/operations/jobs/ for detailed vacancy announcement and submission of applications before 31st July 2013.
 
Click on “UNDP Kenya e Recruitment Portal” and submit your application online. 
Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations
 
1. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
 
2. UN Women as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment

“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.
Kenya Private Schools Association is a representative body of Private Schools in Kenya whose mission is to sustainably co-ordinate and mobilize Private Basic Education Institutions of Learning in order to provide a holistic and relevant quality education.

In furtherance to the above, the Association seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff to fill the following positions:-

1. Recruitment and Training Officer
 
Duties and Responsibilities
 
To be in charge of recruitment and registration of members, to organize, develop and implement comprehensive capacity building programs for Directors and Staff of Basic Education Institutions in all counties.
 
Position Requirements
  • At least a Bachelor’s degree in any of the social sciences. 
  • Experience in Sales and Marketing. 
  • The candidate must have superior communication skills, both written and oral.
2. Examinations Officer
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensure that KPSA examinations meet the standards of quality examinations at all times and be responsible for all examination operations to ensure timely setting, moderation, printing and marketing so as to ensure sales targets are met.
Position Requirements
  • A degree in Education with clear knowledge of examination setting and management. 
  • Experience in Sales and Marketing of Examinations or related materials. 
  • Experience in debt collection will be an added advantage.
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications to apply through kpsakenya@gmail.com and copy to info@kpsa.co.ke so as to reach us by 31st July, 2013.
Civil Engineering Positions
Resident Engineer for Supervision of Roads:
  • B.Sc. (Eng.) or equivalent, 
  • 15 years post-graduation appropriate
  • experience in Design and Supervision of Roads, 
  • Registered Engineers with the ERB and Experience in supervision of Rehabilitation of AC Works and Gravel Works and 
  • Experience in Contract Management.
Structural Engineers
  • A degree in Civil Engineering (B.Sc. or equivalent) and 
  • 5 years minimum experience in a consultancy Practice; for carrying out design and supervision of Bridges and Building Works. 
  • Good Command of CAD Packages will be compulsory.
Senior Technicians
  • HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Structural Option and Five years’ experience in either Civil Works or Structural Works.
  • Good Command of AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
Apply through email, attaching detailed CV and Testimonials, and indicating Availability; to the email address below

Runji & Partners, Consulting Engineers Ltd
Email: careers @runji.co.ke
Web: www.runji.co.ke
 
By 2nd August, 2013

Job Advert: Communications & Networking Specialist
 
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures. 
The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
 
About the position
 
Successful candidate will be based at CAP Head Office in Westland’s. 
The Communication Specialist will lead the development of communications system for the program activities in Kenya. 
She / he will provide strategic communications leadership and direction to the program through effective communication systems and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare communication strategies and activities to support the projects events
  • Developing CAP YEI social media strategy as well as managing the social sites.
  • Identifies and cultivates new strategic partnerships including Govt. for better program implementation and replication.
  • Provide day-to-day management and coordination of communication activities for CAP YEI.
  • Ensures the development of the organizations profile and maintenance of good public relations.
  • Create content using various multimedia formats that can be read, listened to, or viewed onscreen.
  • Collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events to write news stories for publication.
  • Proof reading of all relevant documents
  • Developing content for the organizations website and also regular updating in showcasing CAP YEI’s USP.
  • Develop positive relationships with different stake holders
  • Ensure all communications and project materials are branded in accordance with the organizations guidelines.
  • Refine content for quarterly reports, technical briefs, and other documents prior to dissemination
  • Work with the project Director in handling media inquiries
  • Coordinating and supervising press conferences, media briefings and interviews.
  • Writing and editing press releases, briefing papers and occasionally, speeches.
  • Set up high profile meetings between various organizations and CAP YEI Management.
  • Identify and propose potential organizations to partner with.
  • Regularly act as project photographer at project events and during site visits
  • Train other staff regarding the importance of communications and how to integrate it into their work
  • Collating and re-writing official documents in a media-friendly and informative manner.
  • Identifying multimedia opportunities to highlight the work of the organization.
  • Developing and maintaining contact with key journalists on the organization matters.
  • Identifying and facilitating key media slots for senior management to market the programme.
  • Identifying publicity and news angles for the organization programmes and projects.
  • Any other job assigned by your seniors.
Skills
  • Exceptional written, analytical, public speaking and facilitation skills in English.
  • Internet savvy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and a results oriented individual
  • Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines and limited supervision
  • Excellent Networking skills.
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
Requirements
  • 5 years hands on as a communications specialist in a highly competitive environment Innovative, creative and achievement oriented.
  • Experience working with electronic and print communication outlets
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with donor, project stakeholders, foundations, in-country collaborators, and staff at all levels
  • Must be mature and with the right attitude.
  • Confident, self-assured, personable and presentable.
  • Highly organized, conscientious and detail oriented.
  • Degree in communications, marketing, international studies or any related field.
  • Masters will be an added advantage.
How to apply
 
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience please send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 25th July 2013. 
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 
Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
 
Note: Cap Youth Empowerment Institute does not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
Job Advert: Communications & Networking Specialist
 
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures. 
The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
 
About the position
 
Successful candidate will be based at CAP Head Office in Westland’s. 
The Communication Specialist will lead the development of communications system for the program activities in Kenya. 
She / he will provide strategic communications leadership and direction to the program through effective communication systems and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare communication strategies and activities to support the projects events
  • Developing CAP YEI social media strategy as well as managing the social sites.
  • Identifies and cultivates new strategic partnerships including Govt. for better program implementation and replication.
  • Provide day-to-day management and coordination of communication activities for CAP YEI.
  • Ensures the development of the organizations profile and maintenance of good public relations.
  • Create content using various multimedia formats that can be read, listened to, or viewed onscreen.
  • Collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events to write news stories for publication.
  • Proof reading of all relevant documents
  • Developing content for the organizations website and also regular updating in showcasing CAP YEI’s USP.
  • Develop positive relationships with different stake holders
  • Ensure all communications and project materials are branded in accordance with the organizations guidelines.
  • Refine content for quarterly reports, technical briefs, and other documents prior to dissemination
  • Work with the project Director in handling media inquiries
  • Coordinating and supervising press conferences, media briefings and interviews.
  • Writing and editing press releases, briefing papers and occasionally, speeches.
  • Set up high profile meetings between various organizations and CAP YEI Management.
  • Identify and propose potential organizations to partner with.
  • Regularly act as project photographer at project events and during site visits
  • Train other staff regarding the importance of communications and how to integrate it into their work
  • Collating and re-writing official documents in a media-friendly and informative manner.
  • Identifying multimedia opportunities to highlight the work of the organization.
  • Developing and maintaining contact with key journalists on the organization matters.
  • Identifying and facilitating key media slots for senior management to market the programme.
  • Identifying publicity and news angles for the organization programmes and projects.
  • Any other job assigned by your seniors.
Skills
  • Exceptional written, analytical, public speaking and facilitation skills in English.
  • Internet savvy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and a results oriented individual
  • Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines and limited supervision
  • Excellent Networking skills.
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
Requirements
  • 5 years hands on as a communications specialist in a highly competitive environment Innovative, creative and achievement oriented.
  • Experience working with electronic and print communication outlets
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with donor, project stakeholders, foundations, in-country collaborators, and staff at all levels
  • Must be mature and with the right attitude.
  • Confident, self-assured, personable and presentable.
  • Highly organized, conscientious and detail oriented.
  • Degree in communications, marketing, international studies or any related field.
  • Masters will be an added advantage.
How to apply
 
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience please send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 25th July 2013. 
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 
Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
 
Note: Cap Youth Empowerment Institute does not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
Job Advert: Communications & Networking Specialist
 
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures. 
The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
 
About the position
 
Successful candidate will be based at CAP Head Office in Westland’s. 
The Communication Specialist will lead the development of communications system for the program activities in Kenya. 
She / he will provide strategic communications leadership and direction to the program through effective communication systems and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare communication strategies and activities to support the projects events
  • Developing CAP YEI social media strategy as well as managing the social sites.
  • Identifies and cultivates new strategic partnerships including Govt. for better program implementation and replication.
  • Provide day-to-day management and coordination of communication activities for CAP YEI.
  • Ensures the development of the organizations profile and maintenance of good public relations.
  • Create content using various multimedia formats that can be read, listened to, or viewed onscreen.
  • Collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events to write news stories for publication.
  • Proof reading of all relevant documents
  • Developing content for the organizations website and also regular updating in showcasing CAP YEI’s USP.
  • Develop positive relationships with different stake holders
  • Ensure all communications and project materials are branded in accordance with the organizations guidelines.
  • Refine content for quarterly reports, technical briefs, and other documents prior to dissemination
  • Work with the project Director in handling media inquiries
  • Coordinating and supervising press conferences, media briefings and interviews.
  • Writing and editing press releases, briefing papers and occasionally, speeches.
  • Set up high profile meetings between various organizations and CAP YEI Management.
  • Identify and propose potential organizations to partner with.
  • Regularly act as project photographer at project events and during site visits
  • Train other staff regarding the importance of communications and how to integrate it into their work
  • Collating and re-writing official documents in a media-friendly and informative manner.
  • Identifying multimedia opportunities to highlight the work of the organization.
  • Developing and maintaining contact with key journalists on the organization matters.
  • Identifying and facilitating key media slots for senior management to market the programme.
  • Identifying publicity and news angles for the organization programmes and projects.
  • Any other job assigned by your seniors.
Skills
  • Exceptional written, analytical, public speaking and facilitation skills in English.
  • Internet savvy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and a results oriented individual
  • Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines and limited supervision
  • Excellent Networking skills.
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
Requirements
  • 5 years hands on as a communications specialist in a highly competitive environment Innovative, creative and achievement oriented.
  • Experience working with electronic and print communication outlets
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with donor, project stakeholders, foundations, in-country collaborators, and staff at all levels
  • Must be mature and with the right attitude.
  • Confident, self-assured, personable and presentable.
  • Highly organized, conscientious and detail oriented.
  • Degree in communications, marketing, international studies or any related field.
  • Masters will be an added advantage.
How to apply
 
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience please send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 25th July 2013. 
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 
Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
 
Note: Cap Youth Empowerment Institute does not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
Job Advert: Business Development Manager
 
CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures. 
The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
 
About the position
 
Successful candidate will be based at CAP Head Office in Westland’s. 
He/she will be charged with the responsibility of Developing and managing CAP YEI’s Business Development strategy and building relationships with new stakeholders to enable the organization move to the next level.
 
Job Responsibilities
  • Interacting with various industry players and seeking their support towards the program.
  • Develop positive relationships with different stake holders
  • Build relationships with new stakeholders.
  • Creating awareness and marketing the program.
  • Coordinating and supervising press conferences, media briefings and interviews.
  • Writing and editing press releases, briefing papers and occasionally, speeches.
  • Set up high profile meetings between various organizations and CAP YEI Management.
  • Identify and propose potential organization to partner with.
  • Develop an annual brand strategy for the organization.
  • Collating and re-writing technical and official documents in a media-friendly and informative manner.
  • Identifying multimedia opportunities to highlight the work of the organization.
  • Developing and maintaining contact with key journalists on the organization matters.
  • Identifying and facilitating key media slots for senior management to market the programme.
  • Identifying publicity and news angles for the organization programmes and projects.
  • Any other job assigned by your seniors.
Skills
  • Excellent Presentation skills.
  • Strong business development and relationship management skills.
  • Internet savvy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and a results oriented individual
  • Must have the ability to work within strict deadlines and limited supervision
  • Innovative, curious and Perceptive.
  • Excellent Networking skills.
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
Requirements
  • 5 years hands on experience in Business Development in a highly competitive environment Innovative, creative and achievement oriented.
  • Significant experience of working in a brand management role.
  • Must be mature and with the right attitude.
  • Confident, self-assured, personable and presentable.
  • Highly organized, conscientious and detail oriented.
  • Must have passion of working with young people.
  • Relevant Degree.
  • Masters will be an added advantage.
How to apply
 
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience please send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 25th July 2013. 
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 
Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary. 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: Cap Youth Empowerment Institute does not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
For our 5 Star Mara Bushtops Camp
 

We have vacancy for a
 

Ranger
 

Qualified with Gold / Silver Kenya Professional Safari Guide Association


Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position
 

Apply to: admin@bushtopscamps.com

Sales Manager - Private Sector
 
Techno Brain, an ISO 9001: 2008 certified & CMMI Level 3 company, is Africa’s leading custom software application provider. 
Techno Brain offers innovative software solutions to Government, NGO, and large Private organizations. 
Due to the recent expansions Techno Brain seeks to recruit an excellent Sales Manager-Private Sector to handle Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda for the Solutions Department.
Responsibilities
  •  The role will require the candidate to manage business development for IT Solution & Service sales in the private sector in East Africa.
  • Conduct various sales activities like prospecting, meeting key decision makers, making quality presentations, handling customer objections, negotiation skills and closing the sale, etc.
  • Developing strategy, tactics, sales plans and profit targets.
  • Delivering sales by developing relationships with retail partners, managing all strategic alliances/partnerships, identifying and reporting on business opportunities in target markets.
  • Achieving targets for revenue, profitability and sales growth.
  • To help in go to market strategy, competitive analysis and market intelligence. 
  • Overall 6+ experience in the industry with a minimum 4 years+ of experience in a Sales Manager role in IT Sales.
  • Min. 2 years+ experience selling into Private Sector.
 Qualification: 
  • Post Graduate from a reputed Institution, preferable with a science background.
  •  Proven IT Solutions & Services sales management experience, together with a good record of achieving targets.
  •  Experience of managing multiple customers across geographies
  •  Multi vendor / SI Program management experience
  •  Good Networking across the Industry
  •  Proven people leadership
  • Experience selling in Africa is a plus
  • Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, and both technical and non- technical, and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals in a professional and service-oriented manner.
If you meet the above requirements please email your CV to hr.ke@technobrainltd.com by July 31st 2013 indicating your current and expected remuneration. 
Applications without salary details shall not be considered.
Norwegian Church Aid

Programme Officer - Gender

Reports to:
Country Program Manager (CPM)
 
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya (with frequent travel to the field)
 
Period of Contract: One Year, starting immediately

Background

NCA works for the attainment and realization of peoples’ rights through the development of sustainable initiatives and strengthening of local capacities. 
NCA’s interventions in Kenya focus mainly on climate change, gender based violence, women and governance and livelihoods and trade. 
Kenya Programme activities in are clustered in Mandera, Embu, Yatta, Nairobi, Kajiado and Lamu / Tana River.

Job Summary (Purpose of position)

The post holder is responsible for providing effective leadership in the implementation of the NCA Kenya Gender Programme.

Main Responsibilities of post holder

The Programme Officer - Gender works in close collaboration with other programme team members and partner organisations. 
The post holder's main duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
  • Provide leadership in on going development and implementation of gender related work
  • Ensure gender orientation and mainstreaming in all NCA supported work
  • Support the development and implementation of community conversation processes
  • Manage the implementation of interventions at the respective gender cluster and ensure liaison between the teams in field locations and the Nairobi office.
  • Support the development of high quality project proposals for donor funding for NCA and partners
  • Meet strict reporting requirements for each gender cluster and ensure that quality reports, consistent with the overall strategy of NCA, are prepared and submitted
  • Initiate and coordinate partner’s capacity development with regard to gender.
  • Participate in program planning and decision-making processes as may be required by the Country Program Manager.
  • Represent the Country Program Manager in meetings and other functions as is required.
  • Take a leading role in the development of Annual Operation Plans and in the formulation of management plans for the related thematic area.
  • Ensure all projects are managed within the approved budget and according to NCA financial policy.
  • Ensure Kenya programme compliance with NCA’s routines and guidelines
Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Gender/ Social/Development studies or related fields. A Masters Degree is an advantage

Experience: 5 years experience in gender programme administration, capacity development, including ability to organize training sessions, as well as development of training materials. Experience in Gender and Climate programming is an advantage.

Skills: Demonstrable skills in gender mainstreaming, report writing, facilitation & training. Proficiency in the use of word processing, spreadsheet and internet.

Language: Excellent written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

The successful candidate will be expected to commitment to NCA’s vision, mission, values and strategies. Knowledge of the 2010 HAP Standard in Accountability and Quality Management will be an advantage.

NCA upholds the right of equal opportunity and qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
How to apply:

Applicants who meet the requirements and qualifications outlined above should submit an application letter and attach copies of their CV and any other supporting documents to:

NCA Kenya Program, 
P.O. Box 52802-00200, 
Nairobi, Kenya 
or send an e-mail to Vacancies.Ncakenya@nca.no.

by July 29th 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Company: Brand Track Ltd
 

Position: Shop Attendant
 

Location: Nairobi

Company Profile: Brand Track Ltd is in the business of corporate branding. Our products include but not limited to Promotion items, Gift Items, Trade Furniture and Signage. 


We are currently seeking to fill in the position of a shop attendant


Job Description

  • Ensure regular supply of stock at the shop
  • Assist customers/clients find the items they are looking
  • Understand the market and clients’ needs
  • Arranging items on the shelves
  • Ensure the shop is clean and neat
  • Answering clients’ queries and complaints
  • Responsible for security within the shop
  • Advising clients on the various items up for sale
  • Communicating new items to potential clients and customers
  • Sourcing for new customers
  • Prepare sales reports

Requirements

  • Diploma in a business related field. Preferably Business Administration / Management
  • Experience in retail sales/ shop attendant
  • Experience in fashion / garment industry will be an added advantage
  • Computer literate
  • Keen to details
  • Honest, clean, and organized

If you meet the qualifications please apply to brandtrack2007@gmail.com
Republic of Kenya
 
County Government of Busia
 
Office of The Governor
 
Vacancy
 
Secretary, County Public Service Board 
(1 Post)
 
Requirements and Competencies:
 
For appointment to this position, the person should:
  1. Be a Kenyan citizen.
  2. Be in possession of a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
  3. Have a working experience of not less than five years.
  4. Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and Integrity.
  5. Understand the diversity within the County.
  6. Be a Certified Public Secretary of good professional standing.
  7. Be visionary and a strategic thinker.
  8. Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
  9. Be a team player.
NB. Masters Degree in a relevant field and computer literacy will be an added advantage.
 
How to apply
 
Application letters accompanied with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport and other relevant supporting documents
should be addressed to:
 
The Chairperson,
County Public Service Board,
Office of The Governor,
Busia County,
P.O. Private Bag, Busia.
 
Sent by post or hand delivered to the Office of the Governor, Busia County so as to reach the
Chairperson County Public Service Board on or before 26th July, 2013.

Note:- Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
 
Interested applicants are expected to get clearance from:
  • Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of good conduct)
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
  • Higher Education Loans Board.
  • Kenya Revenue Authority.
Remuneration and benefits for the above post will be set by the salaries and Remuneration commission.
KEMRI - Wellcome Trust Research Programme is well known internationally for its work tackling malaria and other infectious diseases, particularly bacterial and viral childhood infections.
 
The Programme invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the Laboratory Quality Officer positions.
 
The post holder(s) will work with relevant quality staff to develop comprehensive quality programs that will ensure the maintenance of laboratory QMS to internationally recognized GCLP standards. 
Expansion of the QMS to other areas of the laboratory in order to qualify for GCLP accreditation.
 
Deadline for this application is 21st July 2013.
 
For full job descriptions and application procedure details, please check our website (www.kemri-wellcome.org). 
Find the vacancies under the Careers section.
Brief and background of the organisation
 
The African Rural and Agricultural Credit Association (AFRACA) is a regional association of Sub-Saharan financial and non financial institutions involved in promoting rural and agricultural finance. 
AFRACA was established in 1977 as a lead advocate and coordinator of rural and agricultural finance in their respective regions. 
The AFRACA secretariat is based in Nairobi, Kenya where it was registered under the NGOs Coordination act in 1981 and received diplomatic status from the government of Kenya in 2003.

Mission of AFRACA: To improve the rural and agricultural finance environment through the promotion of appropriate policy framework and to support member institutions to provide sustainable quality financial services mainly to the bottom of the pyramid communities.
 
Finance and Administration Manager
 
Duties
  • Prepare accurate and timely financial returns/reports for all projects and report to Management, Executive Committee and Development partners;
  • Prepare and manage the payroll and statutory deductions for staff;
  • Reconciliation of the deferred income account for the various AFRACA affiliated projects
  • Maintenance of AFRACA membership register and subscription records;
  • Ensure suppliers and debtors balances are properly reconciled
  • Review the AFRACA financial and Human Resource manual and make recommendations where necessary;
  • Keep accurate and systematic accounts, files and records at all times
  • Carry out any other ancillary financial and administrative functions considered necessary; and
  • Report to the Secretary general any fraud or illegal Acts discovered;
  • Maintain the Asset Register & Depreciation Schedule
  • Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors
  • Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status.
  • Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting.
  • Implement a robust contracts management and financial management/ reporting system; ensure that the contract billing and collection schedule is adhered to and that financial data and cash flow are steady and support operational requirements.
  • Coordination and supervision of staff administrative issue
  • Perform any other duties and assignments as shall be assigned by the AFRACA Secretary General.
Required Skills and Experience:
  • CPA(K) and 5 years and above office experience would be an asset.
  • Masters in Business administration will be an added advantage.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • 5 years and above work experience; experience in an international setting a plus; notable experience in administration a must
  • Computer Literate; excel, Microsoft word, internet and pastel
  • Professionalism: able to exercise sound judgment, pay great attention to detail, work well in a team, culturally sensitive, demonstrate appreciation for different cultures and practices,
  • Project a positive image, self-motivated and able to recommend options for resolution of issues.
  • Worked within a multi cultural environment
  • Capacity to work with minimum supervision
AFRACA offers an attractive compensation package.
 
Please send your curriculum vitae, marked “Finance and Administration Manager to:
 
The DNA or Secretary General, 
AFRACA, Nairobi Office 
or e-mail: afraca@africaonline.co.ke
 
AFRACA will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
 
Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
 
Vacancies Contact
 
Please send your curriculum vitae, marked “Finance and Administration Manager” to:
 
The Secretary General
AFRACA. P.O Box 41378 – 00100, 
Nairobi, Kenya
Request for Proposals for Loan Tracking System (LTS)

Habitat for Humanity Kenya invites qualified vendors to submit proposals for the supply of a Loan Tracking System (LTS). 
Interested firms should visit our website www.hfhkenya.or.ke to download the detailed request for
proposals.
 
Completed request for proposal documents accompanied by copies of supporting documentation are to be submitted via email to Procurement@hfhkenya.or.ke before 5PM, Monday August 12th 2013.
Braeburn Schools Ltd
 
Teaching Vacancies
 
September 2013
 
The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya, 5 of which are CIS accredited and 2 of which are members of IAPS. 
Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide. 
All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales. 
We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

We are looking for a number of experienced and dedicated people to join Braeburn in the role of:
 
Teaching Assistants
 
for our campuses in Nairobi, Nanyuki and Kisumu. 
All candidates must have a recognised teaching degree and experience working in an international school will be an added advantage.

Starting Date for all positions: August 2013
 
Applications Closing Date: 22 July 2013
 
All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra curricular aspects of the schools. 
Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photo graph and the contacts of two professional referees via email to: vicky.ndiema@braeburn.ac.ke
 
See our website for more details www.braeburn.com

Vacancies in Construction
A fast growing company involved in construction urgently requires qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following positions at Higher National Diploma and graduate levels in the following areas.
  • Water Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Roads Engineering
Applicant should have relevant qualifications and at least five (5) years experience in construction. 
Registration with relevant professional /regulatory bodies will be a definite advantage.

Applications, together with copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned on or before 31st July, 2013.
 
Human Resources Manager,
P.O Box 68144-00200
Nairobi
Vacancies in Construction
A fast growing company involved in construction urgently requires qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following positions at Higher National Diploma and graduate levels in the following areas.
  • Water Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Roads Engineering
Applicant should have relevant qualifications and at least five (5) years experience in construction. 
Registration with relevant professional /regulatory bodies will be a definite advantage.

Applications, together with copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned on or before 31st July, 2013.
 
Human Resources Manager,
P.O Box 68144-00200
Nairobi

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