CITAM has vacancies in the following positions

1. Head of Education Services

2. Security Manager

3. Resource Mobilization Officer

4. Assistant Projects Manager

5. Production Assistant-Hope Media-Radio

6. Marketing Executives - Hope Media-Radio

7. Creative Designer - Hope Media

8. TV studio operator - Hope Media-TV.
For detailed profiles and requirements visit the recruitment portal

http://careers.citam.org

Register and apply not later than Friday, 23rd May 2014.

All those interested and qualified are encouraged to apply.

Qualified People Needed for a Catering and Camp Management Project in Somalia

Project Manager (Code 001):
  • Must be a high qualified Project Manager.
  • Very good experience in remote-sites and multi-sites projects
  • Good experience in similar projects, involving management of catering, security, maintenance, medical
  • Experience Managing subcontractors, 10+ years’ experience in a fast paced, Operations / inventory based environment. 
  • Previous experience in managing operations in remote locations is mandatory.
Logistics Manager (Code 002):

  • To plan, implement and control the efficient, effective forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet customers’ requirements. 
  • Master’s degree in Logistics and Supply chain Management preferred. 
  • Minimum 7-8 years of relevant warehouse experience.
Trauma Medics - 4 (Code 003):
  • To provide optimal care for injured patients.
  • Must be certified.
Head Chef (Code 004):
  • Manage the kitchen and the kitchen staff. 
  • Certificate in Food Production and Kitchen training. 
  • Diploma or equivalent in food hygiene. 
  • Previous experience in managing a camp kitchen
Administration and Finance Officers - 3 (Code 005):
  • With 2-3 years of relevant experience and Qualification.
Chefs - Multi Cuisine – 20 (Code 006):
  • Must have experience in cooking multi cuisines for 200+ people.
Bakery Staff – 20 (Code 007):
  • 4 – 6 years of relevant experience in managing/working in a bakery
Maintenance Team (Code 008): 
  • Required Maintenance Supervisors, Bricklayers (2), Plumber/ Sewage (5), carpenter / handymen (6), HVAC -Air con (4), Electricians (4).
Camp Manager (Code 009):
  • responsible for running and supervising the worker’s accommodation
Security Supervisors (Code 010):
  • with 8-10 years of relevant experience
Other Positions (Code 011):
  • Guard Commander, 
  • Junior Cooks, 
  • cleaners and Kitchen staff
    Vehicle Mechanics, 
  • Drivers, 
  • Security Guards 
( 6 each)
 
We offer excellent package. 

Please mention the code in subject line and send us your CV in word format at hrmgd14@gmail.com, mentioning your current/ expected salary and notice period. 

Please note all positions are single status positions, based in Somalia. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


UNAIDS Vacancy No: 1/2014
 
Functional Title: Policy & Strategy Adviser
 
Grade: NOC
 
Org. Unit: UNAIDS Kenya Office
 
Reporting to: UNAIDS Country Director
 
Date of Issue: 16 May 2014
 
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
 
Functions / Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the UNAIDS Country Director, the Policy and Strategy Adviser will work in collaboration with national and county partners to ensure HIV strategies and policies are developed across key sectors. 

At devolved level, the adviser will support strategic planning in key counties and the dissemination and implementation of policies and strategies. 

In addition, the adviser will provide technical support for leadership in planning, financing and coordination of the AIDS response within the devolved government primarily through:
  • Providing technical advice on policy direction to the UNAIDS country office, national and county governments;
  • Support process to plan, budget, coordinate and build HIV response management and coordination at the county level;
  • Provide leadership, strategic policy direction and technical support to processes that will result in effective implementation of the AIDS response at devolved level.
Detailed functions, key responsibilities and competences can be found at the link below:
 
Education: First university degree in public policy, public administration, political science, finance,
accounting, or related fields.
 
Experience:  
  • A minimum of four to five years’ experience in the development, planning and programming and monitoring and implementation of technical programmes in governmental and international institutions. 
  • High level expertise in governance, public administration, policy, and/or planning. 
  • Experience and proven ability to analyze, provide technical advice, transfer knowledge, and provide leadership on policy development and implementation processes. 
  • Demonstrated analytical skills to synthesize policy document and provide practical recommendations.
Language: Essential: Advanced knowledge of English with knowledge of the local language.
 
Interested persons are kindly requested to send applications, including a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and updated P11 form (available at the link provided) to the address below. 

Please quote vacancy number and position title on the envelope.
 
UNAIDS Kenya
Block M, Middle Level
P.O. Box 30218 – 00100
Nairobi – Kenya
 
Please note that:
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • UNAIDS is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns.
Closing date for applications is 13 June 2014
CfC Life: We are a leading insurance services Company affiliated to Liberty Group, a wealth management Company represented in 14 African Countries with a focus of making a difference in our Customer’s Lives. 

We believe in responding to the changing consumer and market needs through innovative solutions and technologically efficient processes.

To help us advance this goal, we are seeking talented, self motivated and skilled individuals of high personal integrity to fill the position below:

Group Life Officer
 
Reporting to: Team Leader  

Main Purpose of the Job: To execute the required schemes administration/servicing and financial processes of all related insurance, risk, data requirements relevant to our Group Life business and to provide high service levels to clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • To provide medical analysis critical for decision making towards underwriting acceptance terms in line with Company underwriting policies, procedures and guidelines by assessing the medical reports and computing results for appropriate premium rating
  • To liaise with doctors/clinics in our panel and lead reinsurers for risk assessment and rating of substandard lives.
  • To ensure a culture of effective and efficient service delivery to customers within Group Life team to ensure customer retention and satisfaction.
  • To provide technical support to Group Life Schemes distribution channels to enhance business acquisitions to meet organizational growth objectives. 
  • To implement internal audit findings and recommendations to ensure compliance with relevant rules and regulations.
  • To maintain clients data and records securely and confidentially for ease of accessibility and reference as appropriate
  • To implement the credit control policy within Group Life Schemes to ensure revenue collection.
  • To effectively improve the risk exposure to deliver greater shareholder value within set limits
  • To maintain and promote effective internal and external stakeholder relationships
  • To provide relevant and accurate management information to all relevant stakeholders in order to support business growth objectives
  • To remain abreast of industry trends and initiatives to improve organisational effectiveness
Requirements
 
Education
  • Bachelor degree in a  Business related field)     
  • progress in ACII/ FCII, AIIK/FIIK/ FLMI will be advantage (desirable)
Experience
  • Minimum 1 year in a Group Life Business
Job Knowledge
  • Knowledge of broker distribution channel 
  • Knowledge of Insurance products 
  • Knowledge of Insurance Act and other legislation relevant to insurance 
  • Knowledge of Group Life systems (Everest, SAP, Sun)
  • Group Process understanding
  • Risk Awareness
  • Basic Accounting and Financial Administration Principles
  • Basic understanding of the practise of long term insurance
  • Knowledge of medical and financial underwriting 
Job Related Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills 
  • Negotiation Skills 
  • Analytical Skills
  • Process understanding, Insurance process knowledge and Business management knowledge
Technical Job Competencies
  • Group Life Administration
  • Data Analysis, data integrity
  • Service Delivery
How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements please send a detailed and updated CV, Copies of relevant certificates, details and contacts of three professional references to hr@cfclife.co.ke   

or send a hard copy to reach the undersigned by 23 May 2014. Please remember to include your preferred location.

The Human Resource Department
P.O. Box 30364 – 00100 
Nairobi

Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Digital Reporter

Job Reference Number:- HR-DR-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for generating online news content for the Company. 

The ideal candidate will manage the Company’s Online News platforms under the Digital Editor. 

He/she will provide news stories, features and other news related articles to strengthen the Company’s online news platforms.

The Digital Reporter’s role will include the following:-
  • Aid in generating news stories for all online platforms;
  • Proof-read all online stories before submitting copy to the editor;
  • Update various news platforms with edited copy
  • Acquire, verify & break news stories on all Online News platforms;
  • Liaise with other reporters on daily stories & duties;
  • Execute the online news agenda for the day;
  • Moderate comments on all Online News platforms;
  • Run social media updates for prime time news;
  • Monitor feedback for the specified Prime Time Shows off-air.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • Must have excellent communication & writing skills;
  • Must have strong analytical skills;
  • Understand Media Laws & Media Ethics;
  • Must be self driven, assertive, punctual & organized;
  • Must have a nose for news, knowledgeable & pay keen attention to detail;
  • The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of online technology and online news best practices and an appreciation of the business processes, protocols and controls;
  • Demonstrate a  professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty; and
  • Must keep abreast of evolving trends through continuing professional education in the area of digital platforms.
Academic and professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Communication or another related field from a recognized University. Masters degree in Communication or its acceptable equivalent will be an added advantage.
  • Must have a certificate in computer studies.
  • Over 2 years experience in a newsroom; 1 of which must be at a reputable organization under a digital editorial portfolio.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Customer Service Assistant

Job Reference Number:- HR-CSA-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for ensuring that all customers, consumers and prospects are handled in a friendly and professional manner, and to administer product support and query resolution to customers at all levels.

The Customer Service Assistant Position will include the following:-
  • Receive and resolve emails, official letters, telephone calls, SMS and walk in customer queries.
  • Escalate customer queries to the relevant job roles where necessary.
  • Create a record of all customers and referrals.
  • Make contact with RMS customers and consumers by email, telephone calls, SMS and social media within the specified turnaround time.
  • Actively oversee internal SMS activations and offer relevant internal support.
  • Complete call logs and reports.
  • Handle traffic generated from commercial led activations and ensure prizes have been distributed to legit winners within the shortest time possible.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • ICT literate.
  • High levels of integrity.
  • Familiar with customer care trends in the market.
  • Organised.
  • Pleasant and Friendly.
  • Consistent and Reliable.
  • Responsive.
  • Fair and Objective.
  • Resilient.
  • Diplomatic at all times.
Academic and professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Communication, Marketing  or any other related field from a recognized University.
  • At least 2 years experience in Marketing or Customer Care.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Programmes Acquisition Executive

Job Reference Number:- HR-PAE-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for assisting the Programmes Acquisition Manager with ensuring the efficient management of the process of acquisition of externally produced content for Citizen Television.

The Programmes Acquisition Executive Position will include the following:-
  • Adopts the usage of verifiable research to support the programmes acquisition function.
  • Follow up on content contractual terms and agreements within agreed upon territories.
  • Ensuring seamless inventory management of all content.
  • Managing the material download process in coordination with the relevant internal teams.
  • Constantly scans the environment with a view to appreciating industry dynamics on opportunities and threats.
  • Close working relationship with the commercial teams and relay market feedback.
  • Commercial presentations accompaniments to facilitate sponsorship and revenue tie-in to content.
  • Coordinating internal supplier payments versus material acquisition.
  • Coordination of promotional material and linking to promos department for timely and regular promotion of content.
  • Coordination of updating and disbursement of our EPG schedules to our relevant publics.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • A clear understanding of the existing as well as potential environment industry dynamics.
  • Market led approach to business.
  • Project management skills.
  • Understands consumer insights well.
  • Intelligent risk taker.
  • Proactive and self driven.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Influential without authority.
  • Self contained, reliable and adaptable person.
  • Positive attitude.
Academic and professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Business or another related field from a recognized University.
  • At least 3 years experience in a within a busy Television  programming environment is a must.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Brand Executive

Job Reference Number:- HR-BRE-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for the role of execution of Royal Media Services brand plans. 

The role will entail involvement in efforts to continuously drive demand creation for our corporate brand, while maintain the independence of the various Radio and Television brands.

The Brand Executive Position will include the following:-
  • Engage in efforts to maintain and grow the corporate as well as brand equity for the group.
  • Be part of the design and implementation of overall long term brand strategy goals for the group.
  • Key custodian of brand communication.
  • Link between brand activities and internal organization planning process.
  • Manages and executes internal cross promotional activities on our media.
  • Develop and implement trade marketing activities for radio as well as television.
  • Implements systems and processes to monitor brand performance.
  • Management of all recurrent and new Business projects based on agreed project timelines.
  • Ensures strong brand presence  by identifying and proposing activities, as such.
  • Adopts the usage of verifiable research to support corporate and brand direction for the group.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • A clear understanding of the existing as well as potential environment industry dynamics.
  • Ability to offer business support in so far as the area of business development is concerned..
  • Ability to effectively and efficiently manage projects and churn reports.
  • Understands consumer insights well.
  • Intelligent risk taker.
  • Proactive and self driven.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Influential without authority.
  • Self contained, reliable and adaptable person.
  • Positive attitude.
Academic and professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Business or another related field from a recognized University.
  • At least 3 years experience in a related field within a busy media environment.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Branding and Merchandizing Assistant

Job Reference Number:- HR-BMA-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for assisting the overall Business Development, Corporate Affairs and Marketing effort in the management of all branding collateral and merchandise in stock and ensuring of prime branding and visibility for RMs brands at all associated events.

The Branding and Merchandizing Assistant Position will include the following:-
  • Ensuring that all brands have adequate levels of collateral at any one time, a sper agreed levels with line supervisor.
  • Merchandise gatekeeper and manages the handling of all related collateral by concerned teams from clean storage of the same to release  and return processes.
  • Coordinates with the corporate affairs, brand and event teams and ensures prime brand visibility at all associated events.
  • Continuously keeps abreast with new and latest technologies where branding is concerned and suggest options to management.
  • Attends associated functions and executes prime branding while providing reports to line manager on the outcome where branding is concerned.
  • Responsible for negotiation  with event partners on prime visibility for our brands.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • Market led approach to business.
  • Understands consumer insights well.
  • Intelligent risk taker.
  • Proactive and self driven.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Influential without authority.
  • Self contained, reliable and adaptable person.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Highly organised
  • Good team player
  • Dynamic
Academic and professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Marketing or any other Business related field from a recognized University.
  • At least 1 years experience within a busy media environment.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to:  recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Business Executive - Citizen TV - Direct
Purpose: To generate revenue through Direct sales, new business and retention as well as training and supporting distribution channels in the assigned area.

Responsibilities & Tasks
  • To execute Direct sales activities and sell Royal Media products to clients and achieve the set sales targets.
  • To identify sales opportunities among clients and make use of upcoming business opportunities among the clients.
  • Understand emerging trends in sales as well as marketing conventions, customer needs and feedback.
  • Generate and present concepts as well as collect and process media orders so as to achieve set sales targets i.e. monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually.
  • Renewal and expeditious follow up on issues raised to ensure customer retention.
  • Ensure accurate and timely capture of all information regarding clients and daily progress reporting to Business Manager.
  • To answer and clarify client queries and follow through to ensure client satisfaction.
  • To monitor and support distribution channels by coordinating visits, and preparing regular progress reports on their performance.
Academic Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in Sales and Marketing, Public Relations or any other related courses
  • Minimum KCSE C+
  • At least 3 years in media sales or any other related field.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • Ability to speak/understand clearly in the Kikuyu language.
  • Excellent writing and computer skills
  • Good negotiation skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Passionate about sales
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to:  recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke or to:

The HR Director
Royal Media Services
Po Box 7468-00300
Nairobi
 
Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Corporate Affairs Executive

Job Reference Number:- HR-CAE-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for the role of efficient coordination and execution of agreed CSR activities for the company’s brands.

The Corporate Affair’s Executive Position will include the following:-
  • Implementation of our corporate strategy, both internally and externally.
  • Coordinates with brand teams and product teams for successful execution of all proposed CSR activities.
  • Develops yearly plans and event calendars and budgets for the same.
  • Regularly briefing of RMS internal and external partners on upcoming opportunities.
  • Coordination with the commercial teams on planned activities for sponsorship facilitation.
  • Monitoring closely and record keeping of all critical data and information, for both internal and external publics.
  • Development and reinforcement of corporate presence during planned CSR activities.
  • Manage the internal ‘Mipasho’ communications Magazine from sourcing of information, coordination of the editorial and reporting elements and management of the printing and distribution of the same.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • Understand clearly, customer and consumer needs and wants.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Ability to effectively and efficiently manage projects and churn reports.
  • Understands consumer insights well.
  • Business relationship building skills.
  • Understands well, the Public Relations code of ethics.
  • Proactive and self driven.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Good communicator
  • Self contained, reliable and adaptable person.
  • Very good planner
Academic and Professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Communication or another related field from a recognized University.
  • At least 3 years experience in a related field within a busy media environment.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Royal Media Services Limited is the home of the leading media brands in Kenya today and award winning local content. 

The media house has moved from strength to strength in commanding a huge success of its brands. 

Royal Media Services Limited is an umbrella of fourteen radio stations and the leading Television Station in Kenya, Citizen TV. The radio stations include 10 vernacular stations and 2 national stations. 

Royal Media Services Limited wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced people for the position below:

Social Media Officer

Job Reference Number:- HR-SMO-05-2014

Royal Media Services Limited is seeking to recruit a highly qualified person for the above position. 


The job holder will be responsible for the creation of wholesome entertainment content for the Company across all social media platforms. 

He/she will promote all online & traditional platforms in a bid to grow the company’s market share & maximize revenue.

The Social Media Officer’s role will include the following:-
  • Cross-promote the company’s online & traditional product line.
  • Conceptualize & execute online campaigns for various projects;
  • Ensure all social media platforms are updated regularly;
  • Advise supervisor on new trends in online tools, applications, channels, design & strategy.
  • Liaise with digital commercial officer to create campaigns that can be commercialized;
  • Execute & monitor clients’ social media communication campaigns;
  • Monitor campaign feedback & adjust or augment campaigns accordingly.
Skills and Personal Attributes
  • Must have excellent communication & writing skills;
  • Must have strong analytical skills;
  • Understand Media Laws & Media Ethics;
  • Must be self driven, assertive, punctual & organized;
  • Must be social media savvy, innovative & creative;
  • Must be a team player, dynamic & able to work under demanding circumstances;
  • The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of online technology and online news best practices and an appreciation of the business processes, protocols and controls;
  • Demonstrate professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty; and
  • Keep abreast of evolving trends through continuing professional education in the area of digital platforms.
Academic and professional Experience
  • University Graduate in Communication, Media, Public Relations or a related field from a recognized University. 
  • Masters degree in Communication, Media Public Relations or its acceptable equivalent will be an added advantage.
  • Must have certification in computer studies.
  • Over 2 years experience working either as a journalist, marketer or a public relations officer in a media house; 1 of which must be in online journalism.
If you qualify, please send your application and resume to: recruitment@royalmedia.co.ke 

Closing date will be Friday 23rd May 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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