FHI Research Director Job

FHI is a global health and development organization whose science-based programs bring lasting change to the world’s most vulnerable people. Our approach is rigorous and evidence-driven. Among our worldwide staff of 2,500 are leading physicians, scientists, and technical experts in health, development, and management.

Our work is global in scale yet country-focused, with international offices staffed by local professionals. Since 1971, we have worked with 1,400 partners in 125 countries, forging strong relationships with governments, diverse organizations, the private sector and communities.

By applying science to programs, FHI is helping countries make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity—improving lives for millions.

We seek qualified candidates for the position of Director, Research based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Position Responsibilities:

The Director, Research provides leadership and management oversight for programs in research, monitoring and evaluation and health management information systems, technical and financial division for the projects in support of organization’s strategic plan, mission, values, goals and objectives.

S/he assists the Country Director in establishing and maintaining solid working relationships with USAID missions, and other donor organizations, GOK, and cooperating agencies to develop or identify FHI program or funding opportunities for projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervises and provides technical and administrative oversight for all research and M&E activities in the Kenya Country office and ensures the achievement of results of which FHI is responsible under agreement with the donors;
• Provides technical direction on M&E and HIMS in research projects/ activities and ensures research, M&E and HIMS quality according to GOK, FHI and donor standards;
• Working with study PIs, FHI research colleagues in the region and globally, provides overall oversight for and FHI representation related to FHI’s program research in Kenya;
• Working with the program and research team in Kenya coordinate the development of research concepts for the Kenya; Plans and manages the assigned project(s) in the country;
• Ensures program quality according to FHI standards;
• Ensures that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI and donor policies and procedures and appropriate monitoring of subprojects to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals;
• Oversees production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI, and donors as required;
• Represents FHI in selected meetings in Kenya and elsewhere; Performs other duties assigned by the director.

Minimum Requirements:

• BS/BA and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience;
• or MS/MA in public health or related field and 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience;
• or PhD/MD or equivalent degree and 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Overseas field experience required.
• English language skills required. Kiswahili language skills a plus.
• PhD preferred.

*This is not an expatriate position. No expatriate benefits or allowances provided.

How to apply

FHI has a competitive compensation package.

Interested candidates may register online through FHI's Career Center at www.fhi.org/careercenter.

Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.

Please specify source in your application.

AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

Closing date: 26 Mar 2011

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Taita Academy Jobs in Kenya

Taita Academy High school is urgently looking for teachers for the following posts

1. Mathematics/Physics
2. History/Kiswahili.

Requirements

• Should be a BED graduate having majored in the above subjects
• Be a Christian
• Willing to contribute to the whole being of the student i.e. mentally, socially, physically and spiritually.

If you have the following qualifications and are willing to work with our hardworking and dedicated staff kindly send your application to

The School Administrator

Email: info@taitaacademy.com

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Finance Manager Job

Company Profile

Distributor of P & G products in Dar Es Salaam and its environs

Main Purpose of the Job

• To develop and implement financial and administrative policies based on the overall company objectives, goals and targets and ensure compliance with the relevant local regulations.
• Manage approved budget in accordance with company financial policy regulations
• Manage accounts receivables and accounts portfolios
• Manage finance functions.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and control the company’s annual operating budget, to ensure financial targets are met and the financial statutory obligations are complied with
• Maintain reliable and accurate accounting records for the company and produce management accounts, as necessary to facilitate effective management of the company
• Ensure consolidation of accounts on a monthly basis will include review of the data entered into the accounting system
• Prepare and submit the company financial accounts to ensure that these are presented accurately on time
• Develop and implement an internal and external audit programme to ensure that the company complies with the financial procedures and regulations
• Produce regular analyses of income and expenditure to assist Distrubutor in the budget monitoring process
• Attend management meetings and present the necessary departmental issues for discussion
• Monitor debt age on a weekly basis and liaise with the banks accordingly
• Review the working capital position and advise the management accordingly.
• Carry out reconciliation of stock, debtors accounts and bank statements
• Ensure that the company’s Management information system is comprehensive, accurate and up to date regularly including electronic and manual documentation and records system
• Ensure that there is an up to date assets register
• Ensure that the expenditure vouchers are properly sanctioned and backed by supporting documents
• Ensure reconciliation of the manual records of debtors, creditors, contingency and all other liability accounts with the computer records, and follow up errors if any.
• Prepare and submit timely reports as required by management.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Management.

Key Competencies / Occupational Skills/ Personality Traits

• Self Motivation
• Energetic and enthusiastic
• Team Player
• Multitasking Skills
• Logical thinking
• Technical knowledge
• Good communication skills and sense of speech
• Self motivated

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Finance and /or Accounts or equivalent
• CPA K.
• 5 years working experience in a very competitive business environment at senior management level
• Membership to the relevant professional bodies

Salary and Benefits

• Kshs 120,000 net
• Accommodation shall be provided
• Transport to and from office shall be provided (not a self drive car),
• Medical insurance cover with NHIF,
• Airtime of 50,000 per month
• Annual leave after 11 months and Cost of work permit borne by company

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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HR and Accountant Job Vacancies

A Kenyan medium sized organization dealing with telecommunications is seeking to recruit in the following positions:

Human Resource and Administration Manager

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position serves to provide strategic leadership and management oversight for the Human Resources, Staff Development and Administration functions in matters of strategy, policy compliance and operations.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic Human Resources and Administration leadership.
• Continually review the manuals and policy documents to ensure compliance with organizational s strategy and the present challenges.
• Facilitate effective staff performance management, staff development, remuneration management and welfare.
• Supervise, guide and train staff in the Human Resources and Administration
• Carry out performance appraisal for the staff in the department and coordinate entire organization staff appraisal process
• Set policies and procedures regarding medical and insurance and other benefits
• Ensure that organizational operations are compliant with the policies and procedures
• Arbitrate on disciplinary issues
• Update the Administration Department’s policies manuals to respond to KFS strategic positioning, statutory requirement and contemporary challenges
• Maintain assets inventories
• Fleet management

Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences or any other art related field.
• At least 3 years experience as a HR Generalist in a busy environment
• Well versed with the current Kenyan labor laws.
• Experience in a set ups with high staff numbers and multi cultural and partnerships arrangements.

Competencies and Skills

• Strategic in mindset and sense of corporate result focus
• Good administrative and coordination skills
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and performance – manage staff
• Good networking and relationship building skills

Senior Accountant

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position serves to oversee all financial processes within the organization.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the development and implementation of financial management policies and accounting strategies.
• Coordinate all financial processing from budget processing, financial reporting, management accounting.
• Coordinate and monitor the budgetary performance against the plans and offer advice on the required remedial actions.
• Advise departmental heads on all aspects of financial policy and control
• Ensure that all the assets are properly valuated, recorded and maintained
• Assist with projects accounting and carry out reconciliation for the project transactions

Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree in Finance/Commerce/Accounting/
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA – K).
• At least eight 3 years experience in a busy organization

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed cover letter and CV indicating their current remuneration to info@chevan.co.ke so as to reach on or before 4th February 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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