Mercy Corps Gender and Training Specialist Job in Thika Kenya

Mercy Corps works amid disasters, conflicts, chronic poverty and instability to unleash the potential of people who can win against impossible odds. Since 1979, Mercy Corps has provided $1 billion in assistance to people in 82 nations. 

Supported by headquarters offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, the agency's unified global programs employ 3,500 staff worldwide and reach 9 million people in more than 40 countries. 

Over the last five years, more than 90 percent of the agency's resources have been allocated directly to programs that help people in need.

The Yes Youth Can (YYC) initiative is a complimentary program funded by the USAID and was designed to empower Kenya’s youth population in areas recovering from the post-election violence in 2007/8, through building capacity of youth groups and organizations to engage with markets, governments and communities, and to pursue their legitimate needs and interests more effectively in a way that builds positive inter-ethnic networks. 

Mercy Corps manages two regional awards, the Rift-Valley Program which is based in Eldoret, and the Central Program which is based in Thika. 

It also manages the YYC National Program which works with youth through partner agencies in six provinces of Kenya.

Mercy Corp is seeking to recruit a Program Specialist - Economic Empowerment reporting to the Chief of Party. 

The position is based in Thika.
   
General Position Summary
 

Program Specialist Economic Empowerment is a senior level position with Mercy Corps Kenya. It will be primarily responsible for providing leadership of the Economic Empowerment component of the Yes Youth Can (YYC). 

The USAID-funded project to genuinely empower youth in Kenya to develop themselves for greater voice in national and local reforms and to create new opportunities for livelihoods that meet the aspirations of young Kenyans. 

The program will support youth in achieving positive change in three major areas: 

(1) increased work skills/employment; 

(2) increased citizenship/civic engagement, and 

(3) increased inter-ethnic engagement. 

It is expected that activities will include youth-driven mobilization initiatives that benefit communities and promote citizenship; creation of opportunities for life and employment skills; and initiatives to bring together youth of different ethnicities.

The Program Specialist Economic Empowerment will work closely with the Chief of Party to implement the current YYC Central regional programs’ economic empowerment component.

Essential Job Functions

• Member of the YYC Central Program leadership team in partnership with Chief of Party and Country Director;
• Direct and indirect supervision of economic empowerment technical program, other MC officers and youth trainers
• Provide technical insight and advice for economic empowerment programming, including job skills and employment activities, combining experience with practical on-the-ground identification of opportunities and constraints;
• Provide technical leadership in value chain/market analysis to identify opportunities for improved economic opportunities for young people and other beneficiaries
• Provide technical leadership and management of the Community Managed Microfinance (Village Savings & Loans) component across the YYC Program.
• Provide technical and management leadership of YYC regional business grants
• Management and mentorship of local program staff and other partners namely the youth county boards, gradually transferring skills and capacities;
• Work with program staff on an ongoing basis to ensure smooth planning, preparation, implementation, and joint monitoring and evaluation of program activities and achievements towards program goals.
• Facilitate deliberate linkage of YYC regionals’ economic empowerment mandate to YYC National’s various economic empowerment mandate namely youth SACCOs, business grants, entrepreneurship training among others.
• Participate in the YYC programs’ strategic development and way forward process
• Provide training and  mentorship to MC staff on economic empowerment and related strategies and applications
• Represent Mercy Corps in related thematic working groups within the country
• Engage with Government of Kenya national and County Government departments on economic development initiatives in conjunction with the Chief of Party.
• Represent Mercy Corps in donor-driven forums/meetings in conjunction with the Chief of Party and Country Director.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Post graduate degree (or compensatory long-term work experience) in the social sciences, business administration, economics/economic development, or international development;
• Minimum of 5years’ experience in international development;
• Technical expertise in youth economic empowerment, general livelihoods and economic development
• Experience managing youth, micro-enterprise, community microfinance, job skills/employment, civic engagement, agricultural value-chains, program design and program M&E
• History of working effectively and respectfully with host government, NGOs, contractors and other partners;
• Ability to effectively convey programmatic goals, enlist partnerships, and work with a range of program and external stakeholders;
• Fluency in Kiswahili

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit to a field posting. 

Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

To Apply:
 

Interested candidates who meet the requirements of the above position should submit an application including a cover letter, detailed CV listing three professional references (including your current/latest supervisor), and expected remuneration by 4.00p.m. 12th April, 2013 to hrkenya@ke.mercycorps.org.  

Your email should bear the title “ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT SPECIALIST”.  

Applications without this subject heading will be disqualified. Please do not attach any certificates. 

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

You are invited to read more about Mercy Corps in our website www.mercycorps.org.  

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Financial Controller Job in Nairobi Kenya

Our client a well established 4 Star Hotel in Nairobi is seeking for an outstanding individual to fill the position of Financial Controller with immediate effect.

Job Summary
 

To provide comprehensive financial and decision support to the company through a wide variety of financially focused work and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to directly increase profitability and contribute effectively to business decisions

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage cash flow and forecasting by developing a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism.
• Develop and monitor adequate internal control over revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities of the hotel.
• Provide financial oversight of the capital expenditure process.
• Oversee internal daily audits of cash deposits, transfers and the preparation/Monitoring of the Capital budget.
• Ensures implementation and compliance of policies and Standard Operating procedures
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions
• Day to day running of the finance department
• Work very closely with the management to keep tight control over working capital
• Manage the purchase function

Reporting Line   
 

The holder of this position functionally reports to the Group Head of Accounts while administratively he/she will report to the Managing Director – Operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Commerce degree (accounting option)
• CPA (K)/ACCA qualification
• Must be conversant with Sun & Opera accounting systems.
• At least 3 years ‘experience in direct supervision and management in hospitality industry.
• Knowledge of insurance, employee benefits, claims and liability.
• Ability to effectively lead a team of professionals

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to: apply@kenyajobsconnection.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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CIC Insurance Group General Manager (Medical Division) Job in Kenya

CIC Insurance Group wishes to recruit a high caliber individual in the position of General Manager - Medical Division. 

They will be part of the leadership team and will play an integral role in influencing and executing overall company strategy and plans.
 

Key Roles & Responsibilities
 

Responsible for the overall leadership and management of the medical business to ensure that the revenue growth and targets are achieved, that the products offered are competitive and that service delivery and customer service are delivered with utmost highest standards for profitability and business sustainability.
 

Prepare the five year strategic and the annual operating plans for the division and cascade the same to the team.
 

Develop, implement and continuously review technical, operational and administrative guidelines in Medical Underwriting, Claims and Business Development/Marketing.
 

Collect and analyse market information on medical insurance and make appropriate changes to plans and strategies and develop new products and benefit structures in keeping with customer requirements and market trends
 

Ability to apply medical knowledge (and clinical experience where appropriate) in product and service design, risk acceptance and the management of benefit utilization and claims.
 

Academic & Professional Experience

• Graduate of Health Sciences (MBChB, BScN) with additional training in health insurance and health management. Postgraduate training in management (MBA/MPH/MHSM) is an added advantage.
• ACII or equivalent qualification is an added advantage.
• At least 10 years’ experience with at least 5 in health Insurance, health systems or business management.

If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself up to the challenge, please email your application and a copy of your CV clearly indicating on the subject of your email the job Ref Number HRD-GMM-3/4/2013 to;
 

The Group Human Resources Manager
CIC Insurance Group Ltd 

P.O Box 59485-00200, 

Nairobi

Email to: gmrecruitment@cic.co.ke
 

For more information on this job, kindly visit our website: www.cic.co.ke.
 

The application should reach us by close of business on 17th April, 2013.
 

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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CIC Insurance Group General Manager (Medical Division) Job in Kenya

CIC Insurance Group wishes to recruit a high caliber individual in the position of General Manager - Medical Division. 

They will be part of the leadership team and will play an integral role in influencing and executing overall company strategy and plans.
 

Key Roles & Responsibilities
 

Responsible for the overall leadership and management of the medical business to ensure that the revenue growth and targets are achieved, that the products offered are competitive and that service delivery and customer service are delivered with utmost highest standards for profitability and business sustainability.
 

Prepare the five year strategic and the annual operating plans for the division and cascade the same to the team.
 

Develop, implement and continuously review technical, operational and administrative guidelines in Medical Underwriting, Claims and Business Development/Marketing.
 

Collect and analyse market information on medical insurance and make appropriate changes to plans and strategies and develop new products and benefit structures in keeping with customer requirements and market trends
 

Ability to apply medical knowledge (and clinical experience where appropriate) in product and service design, risk acceptance and the management of benefit utilization and claims.
 

Academic & Professional Experience

• Graduate of Health Sciences (MBChB, BScN) with additional training in health insurance and health management. Postgraduate training in management (MBA/MPH/MHSM) is an added advantage.
• ACII or equivalent qualification is an added advantage.
• At least 10 years’ experience with at least 5 in health Insurance, health systems or business management.

If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself up to the challenge, please email your application and a copy of your CV clearly indicating on the subject of your email the job Ref Number HRD-GMM-3/4/2013 to;
 

The Group Human Resources Manager
CIC Insurance Group Ltd 

P.O Box 59485-00200, 

Nairobi

Email to: gmrecruitment@cic.co.ke
 

For more information on this job, kindly visit our website: www.cic.co.ke.
 

The application should reach us by close of business on 17th April, 2013.
 

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Academy of Graphic Technologies Ltd Administration Manager Job Vacancy

AGT is one of the leading Graphic Design Colleges in East and Central Africa

AGT has exciting career opportunities and now seeks to recruit self-motivated, dynamic and result-oriented person to fill the position of an Administration Manager.

Essential Functions: 

• Provide Human resource management and training to the staff
• Provide overall college administration support
• Office Management and events Coordination e.g Graduation
• Supervision and linkages with other relevant stakeholders
• Initiating new teaching and learning programs in the institution
• Information and Communication management
• Manage and support marketing & sales development process of the organization,

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate with B.Ed (Hons) or BA in Administration or other relevant field
• Minimum experience of 5 years in institutional management
• Conversant with National Education Policies and objectives as well as National Development and implementation practices
• Conversant with the current trends in Education and training/teaching
• Excellent in interpersonal relationships as well as good team leader
• Have knowledge of basic accounting, excellent report writing skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft office

If you meet the above requirements, kindly send us a cover letter and your CV (INCLUDE YOUR EXPECTED SALARY IN THE CV) to: rhoda@agt.co.ke or louis@agt.co.ke

The deadline for application is 3rd April 2013

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FMCG Industry Storekeeper Job in Kenya (KShs 20K - 25K)

Our client is leading company in the FMCG industry. 

The company is located along Mombasa Road. 

We are recruiting on their behalf for a position of a storekeeper.

Salary: 20K - 25K

The role will oversee the receipt, storage, requisitioning and disbursement of supplies and materials as well as maintaining inventory & stock records.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and organizing the store
• Creating and managing an inventory system
• Receiving and inspecting all incoming material against purchase orders
• Management and issuance of supplies to staff
• Preparing item lists for auction sales
• Documentation i.e. purchase orders, store records, bin cards, requisitions, store tags
• Participate in stock-taking

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years experience in storekeeping and inventory management
• Diploma in Procurement & Supplies or CPA with
• Knowledge in basic bookkeeping
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Ability to work under pressure
• Expert multi-tasking and organization skills
• Good report writing skills

Salary: Salary is in the range of 20-25K.

How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send your CV to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before close of business on 7th April 2013.

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Magazine Sales Marketing Manager Job in Kenya (KShs 90K - 120K)

a leading magazine published on a monthly basis. 

A position exists of a sales marketing manager to oversee the sales department.

Salary 90-120K Plus Commissions

Role and responsibilities

• Ensure that magazine meets rate base on an issue-by-issue basis, by developing and managing a yearly budget and forecast, utilizing the department’s circulation model.
• Coordinate with fulfillment organization and internal staff in directing print order.
• To co-ordinate & supervise magazine distribution at distribution points every month.
• Check availability of magazines in every stall by stall visiting.
• To Supervise the Circulation of magazine on monthly basis.
• To handle magazine Vendors and guide them to promote the publication.
• To add customers by way of meeting new people & through subscription schemes.
• Create feedback channels with customers & vendors.
• Manage magazine subscribers’ needs.
• Solve complains of readers.
• Create bulk booking/purchase opportunities.
• Ensure high branding & visibility at retail outlets/schools.
• Marketing plan
• Oversee communication activities
• Advertising
• Promotions
• Administrative duties

Skills and abilities

• BS/BA in marketing, PR or related field
• Marketing experience in the advertising, newspaper, or related industries.
• This is a management position. People management skills is a must.
• Detail oriented and ability to manage projects through execution

Salary: Salary is in the range of 90-120K plus commission.

How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send your CV to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before close of business on 7th April 2013.

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IRC in Kenya Job Vacancies

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi. 

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, disaster risk reduction (DRR), livelihoods and governance.  

Applications are invited for the following positions: 
 

1.    Clinical Officer Anesthetist - Dadaab
 

2.    Occupational Therapist - Kakuma
 

3.    Senior Ophthalmology Officer - Kakuma
 

4.    Clinical Officer (Locum) - Kakuma
 

5.    Senior Finance Officer - Nairobi
 

6.    Finance Intern - Nairobi
 

7.    Monitoring & Evaluation Intern -PIK
 

Full Job descriptions can be downloaded at www.rescue.org/careers
 

Please apply on or before 10th April, 2013

IRC leading the way from harm to home
 

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

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Real Estate Firm Office Administrator Job in Kenya

Our client is medium sized real estate firm. Due to expansion, the position of an office administrator is now vacant. 

The office administrator will work closely with the GM sales and marketing and report to the Managing director.

The overall goal for the office administrator is to deputize the MD in sales reporting, supervising staff, maintaining records, budgeting, and ensuring high customer service standards are maintained.

This position calls for an individual with high levels of energy, an introvert and one able to work within  deadlines.
 

Responsibilities

• Establishing policies, procedures, and work schedules.
• Provides communication systems by identifying needs; evaluating options; maintaining equipment; approving invoices.
• Maintains administrative staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Staff management
• Organize management meetings,
• Prepare agenda / taking of minutes
• Manage and co-ordinate monthly team events and meetings. Organize and co-ordinate any office event arrangements(Workshops, Conferences, Seminars, etc)
• Perform general administrative duties to support day-to-day department operations in such areas as scheduling meetings; maintaining management calendar for assigned departments
• Co-ordinate internal training, including the booking of training facility/venue, preparation of training materials, etc
• Accounting & Procurement Support

Job Specification

• Degree / Diploma in Business related course.
• Three years experience in office management.
• Work experience in a real estate firm desired but not mandatory.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• A hunger to learn and ability to flourish in a dynamic, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment
• Entrepreneurial, self-starter with hands-on approach.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

Salary: Salary is open to negotiation based on experience. This is a management position.

How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send your CV to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before close of business on 7th April 2013.

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GEMS Education Solutions Events Manager - CEI Programme Job in Nairobi Kenya

Events Manager - CEI Programme
 

Nairobi, Kenya
 

Fixed Term Position to January 31st 2014
 

GEMS Education Solutions is a division of GEMS Education, an established education provider with over 50 years of experience. 

We harness the insights and expertise gained from the largest network of international schools worldwide to improve standards in public education provision globally. 

Our experienced professionals partner with governments to deliver efficient, high quality public education to meet and raise the expectations of families and communities around the world.
 

Our team comprises leading experts in education reform, curriculum development, teaching and learning practices as well as program design and evaluation. 

We focus on the specific needs of school systems in emerging as well as developed economies.
 

The Backround and Role
 

Education innovations in the non-state sector are rapidly emerging in low and middle income countries. 

While a handful of innovations capture global attention, there is very little information on the scale, scope, and impact of the numerous organisations and social enterprises that make up the non-state sector in education.

To address this information gap, the Results for Development Institute (R4D) will launch the Center for Education Innovations (CEI). CEI aims to increase access to quality education for the poor by identifying, analyzing, and connecting non-state education innovations.

GEMS Education Solutions will serve as CEIs in-country representative in East Africa, helping to raise CEI’s profile and cultivate a network of CEI stakeholders (including program implementers, policy makers, researchers, and funders).
 

The Events Manager will support a research project, designed to identify, analyze, and connect non-state education programs/innovations in East Africa.
 

The Profile of Candidate
 

You will be an experienced Events Manager and will meet the following requirements;

• Experience of organizing networking events.
• Experience of speaking at events and publicizing information and research.
• Experience of developing marketing material (such as press releases, etc.)
• Experience of using a range of social media including social networking and blogs.
• Experience of producing good quality written material.
• Excellent team working and a willingness to show initiative and creativity.
• Excellent communication skills and experience of liaising with different groups.
• A sound understanding of public policy and political systems in Kenya.
• Some experience of qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis.
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office, and other relevant software that can support research analysis.
• An interest (and ideally experience of working) in education policy and practice.
• A relentless and tenacious spirit and who are willing to stick with a problem until they find a solution.

The Application Process
 

If you believe you are able to meet our requirements and are attracted to this exciting challenge, please submit a CV with recent photograph, along with your formal letter of application and details of two referees to jamie.wilkes@gemseducation.com
 

Please quote ‘Events Manager 2013’ in the title of your email.
 

The deadline for applications is Friday 5th April, 2013

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GEMS Education Solutions Events Manager - CEI Programme Job in Nairobi Kenya

Events Manager - CEI Programme
 

Nairobi, Kenya
 

Fixed Term Position to January 31st 2014
 

GEMS Education Solutions is a division of GEMS Education, an established education provider with over 50 years of experience. 

We harness the insights and expertise gained from the largest network of international schools worldwide to improve standards in public education provision globally. 

Our experienced professionals partner with governments to deliver efficient, high quality public education to meet and raise the expectations of families and communities around the world.
 

Our team comprises leading experts in education reform, curriculum development, teaching and learning practices as well as program design and evaluation. 

We focus on the specific needs of school systems in emerging as well as developed economies.
 

The Backround and Role
 

Education innovations in the non-state sector are rapidly emerging in low and middle income countries. 

While a handful of innovations capture global attention, there is very little information on the scale, scope, and impact of the numerous organisations and social enterprises that make up the non-state sector in education.

To address this information gap, the Results for Development Institute (R4D) will launch the Center for Education Innovations (CEI). CEI aims to increase access to quality education for the poor by identifying, analyzing, and connecting non-state education innovations.

GEMS Education Solutions will serve as CEIs in-country representative in East Africa, helping to raise CEI’s profile and cultivate a network of CEI stakeholders (including program implementers, policy makers, researchers, and funders).
 

The Events Manager will support a research project, designed to identify, analyze, and connect non-state education programs/innovations in East Africa.
 

The Profile of Candidate
 

You will be an experienced Events Manager and will meet the following requirements;

• Experience of organizing networking events.
• Experience of speaking at events and publicizing information and research.
• Experience of developing marketing material (such as press releases, etc.)
• Experience of using a range of social media including social networking and blogs.
• Experience of producing good quality written material.
• Excellent team working and a willingness to show initiative and creativity.
• Excellent communication skills and experience of liaising with different groups.
• A sound understanding of public policy and political systems in Kenya.
• Some experience of qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis.
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office, and other relevant software that can support research analysis.
• An interest (and ideally experience of working) in education policy and practice.
• A relentless and tenacious spirit and who are willing to stick with a problem until they find a solution.

The Application Process
 

If you believe you are able to meet our requirements and are attracted to this exciting challenge, please submit a CV with recent photograph, along with your formal letter of application and details of two referees to jamie.wilkes@gemseducation.com
 

Please quote ‘Events Manager 2013’ in the title of your email.
 

The deadline for applications is Friday 5th April, 2013

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ICRC Head of Protocol Job in Nairobi Kenya

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. 

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
 

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti. It also runs Regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the CRC’s delegations in Africa.
 

Head of Protocol

The ICRC Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking for an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above-mentioned position.
 

Job Profile:
 

The Head of Protocol forms part of the Head Office team working under the supervision of the Head of Regional Delegation. 

The incumbent will be responsible to provide advice, maintain relationships as well as to support the Delegation’s strategies on diverse issues related to the Government of Kenya, especially the MFA and multilateral bodies and international organizations. 

These duties require an in-depth knowledge of the MFA and Government as well as inter-agency affairs.
 

Responsibilities:

• Assist on matters of protocol and advice on any new policy that has an impact on ICRC’s operations and relations in the frame of the Headquarters Agreement;
• Advise and assist the Somalia Delegation with issues of Government protocol; visas, permits, airspace clearance, vehicle exemptions etc...,
• Represent the Head of Regional Delegation (HORD) and the Delegation at various meetings including State functions and diplomatic ceremonies and other formal I informal gatherings;
• Pursue collaboration with GAD within the framework of the Cooperation Agreement. Explore avenues of mutual interest with EAC, ACI-IPR,
• Liaise with the relevant departments to organize meetings and workshops;
• Remain abreast of networking events taking place and participate where relevant;
• Manage external contacts and relationship with the following: Office of the President, MFA, Embassies, other Ministries, Senior Government officials, UN agencies and multilateral bodies:
• Support concerned departments, Logistic Centre and Somalia Delegation in administrative matters with authorities.

Minimum requirements:

• University degree in Social Sciences;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar function;
• Very good command of written and spoken English, knowledge of French would be added advantage;
• Computer literate.

Other requirements:

• Good organizational and analytical skills;
• Good interpersonal and reporting skills;
• Ability to work independently.

Interested and qualified persons, with the required experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address, before 15th of April 2013.

Please include; Detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
 

Please note that only short-us fed candidates will be contacted.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
 

International Committee of the Red Cross,
Nairobi Regional Delegation, 

Denis Pritt Road, 

P.O.Box 73226, 

Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:
 

E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

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ICRC Head of Protocol Job in Nairobi Kenya

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. 

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
 

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti. It also runs Regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the CRC’s delegations in Africa.
 

Head of Protocol

The ICRC Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking for an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above-mentioned position.
 

Job Profile:
 

The Head of Protocol forms part of the Head Office team working under the supervision of the Head of Regional Delegation. 

The incumbent will be responsible to provide advice, maintain relationships as well as to support the Delegation’s strategies on diverse issues related to the Government of Kenya, especially the MFA and multilateral bodies and international organizations. 

These duties require an in-depth knowledge of the MFA and Government as well as inter-agency affairs.
 

Responsibilities:

• Assist on matters of protocol and advice on any new policy that has an impact on ICRC’s operations and relations in the frame of the Headquarters Agreement;
• Advise and assist the Somalia Delegation with issues of Government protocol; visas, permits, airspace clearance, vehicle exemptions etc...,
• Represent the Head of Regional Delegation (HORD) and the Delegation at various meetings including State functions and diplomatic ceremonies and other formal I informal gatherings;
• Pursue collaboration with GAD within the framework of the Cooperation Agreement. Explore avenues of mutual interest with EAC, ACI-IPR,
• Liaise with the relevant departments to organize meetings and workshops;
• Remain abreast of networking events taking place and participate where relevant;
• Manage external contacts and relationship with the following: Office of the President, MFA, Embassies, other Ministries, Senior Government officials, UN agencies and multilateral bodies:
• Support concerned departments, Logistic Centre and Somalia Delegation in administrative matters with authorities.

Minimum requirements:

• University degree in Social Sciences;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar function;
• Very good command of written and spoken English, knowledge of French would be added advantage;
• Computer literate.

Other requirements:

• Good organizational and analytical skills;
• Good interpersonal and reporting skills;
• Ability to work independently.

Interested and qualified persons, with the required experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address, before 15th of April 2013.

Please include; Detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
 

Please note that only short-us fed candidates will be contacted.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
 

International Committee of the Red Cross,
Nairobi Regional Delegation, 

Denis Pritt Road, 

P.O.Box 73226, 

Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:
 

E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

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Newport Africa Security Advisor Job in Kenya

Newport Africa is seeking highly skilled and internationally experienced senior line managers with a background and expertise within the security sector for the position of Security Advisor in Kenya. 

The ideal candidates will have spent a minimum of 10 years serving with the military, police force or international organisations in a security role. 

The candidates must have experience working internationally with personnel and organisations at the operational level and must have a strong command of both written and spoken English.

The candidate will be comfortable presenting complex briefs and security solutions at Country, Senior Management level and must be computer literate to International Computer Driving License (ICDL) standard or equivalent. 

They should be fully conversant with writing complex reports, security plans, routine operational orders and both risk assessments and risk management plans. 

The candidate must show proven international experience in liaison and work with government agencies and administrators and will be a focal point between the client and such agencies and support. 

Competent use of satellite communications, radio networks and satellite tracking systems is highly desirable. 

Above all, the candidate must have the experience, knowledge and gravitas to develop and present security solutions to Client Senior Management and achieve success.
 

The role of the Security Advisor may also involve the management of security and logistics for international corporations operating in remote and hostile environments. 

Duties will include the assessment of security requirements for field and logistics convoys and coordination of the required local security forces. 

The Advisor will advise on day-to-day protection, not only of camps, but mobile units and operational field teams. 

The Advisor will be required to develop Security and Emergency Response plans and must be comfortable working with infrequent and often minimal direction.
 

An attractive package is offered dependant on skills, experience & qualifications.
 

If you are the safe pair of hands that we are looking for and would be interested in joining our team in this senior role please email your CV, by 5th April 2013 to hr@newportafrica.com
 

ONLY short listed candidates will be contacted.

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CABI Publishing Outreach Internship in Nairobi Kenya

Internship: Publishing Outreach
 

CABI, Nairobi, Kenya
 

Established over 100 years ago, CABI is a not-for-profit science-based development and information organization. CABI improves people’s lives by providing information and applying scientific expertise to solve problems in agriculture and the environment. Our mission and direction is influenced by our member countries who guide the activities undertaken. 

These include scientific publishing, development projects and research, and microbial services. Our activities are based principally in 2 major sites in the UK and 5 scientific centres globally. 

Please see our website www.cabi.org for further details.
 

CABI publishes CAB Abstracts, the world-leading bibliographic database covering agriculture and environment, and Global Health covering public health information. We also publish multimedia compendia, books, ebooks and full text electronic resources aiming to further science and its application.
 

Behind each product is a team of subject specialists committed to delivering the most relevant and authoritative information to researchers worldwide.

CABI is offering an exciting 6-months internship opportunity to support and promote the partnership between CABI and the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM). 

During the internship you will learn and become familiar with the editorial, marketing and sales processes of CAB Abstracts and CABI Compendia. You will train and support RUFORUM Member Universities to use these products in their courses and research. You will be part of the CABI regional team in Kenya, but you will be working as part of the global Publishing team based in the UK.
 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and highly organised graduate of RUFORUM’s Masters of Science in Agricultural Information and Communication Management. You will be familiar with developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies, and have a broad understanding of the role of verified information in education and research.
 

You will be familiar with internet and electronic publishing technologies and databases used in teaching, research and policy. An ability to use multiple ICT systems and software is desirable. You must have proven ability in communication and administration, and be able to learn and apply new skills rapidly.
 

For a copy of the full Candidate Brief please go to www.cabi.org/vacancies under reference number 65/2013
 

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating how they meet the requirements of the Candidate Brief and detailed curriculum vitae, with names and full addresses of 3 referees. 

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@cabi.org
 

Please note closing date for receipt of applications by email is 24.00h GMT 10 April 2013. 

Candidates to note that interviews are planned for week beginning 15 April 2013

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CABI Publishing Outreach Internship in Nairobi Kenya

Internship: Publishing Outreach
 

CABI, Nairobi, Kenya
 

Established over 100 years ago, CABI is a not-for-profit science-based development and information organization. CABI improves people’s lives by providing information and applying scientific expertise to solve problems in agriculture and the environment. Our mission and direction is influenced by our member countries who guide the activities undertaken. 

These include scientific publishing, development projects and research, and microbial services. Our activities are based principally in 2 major sites in the UK and 5 scientific centres globally. 

Please see our website www.cabi.org for further details.
 

CABI publishes CAB Abstracts, the world-leading bibliographic database covering agriculture and environment, and Global Health covering public health information. We also publish multimedia compendia, books, ebooks and full text electronic resources aiming to further science and its application.
 

Behind each product is a team of subject specialists committed to delivering the most relevant and authoritative information to researchers worldwide.

CABI is offering an exciting 6-months internship opportunity to support and promote the partnership between CABI and the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM). 

During the internship you will learn and become familiar with the editorial, marketing and sales processes of CAB Abstracts and CABI Compendia. You will train and support RUFORUM Member Universities to use these products in their courses and research. You will be part of the CABI regional team in Kenya, but you will be working as part of the global Publishing team based in the UK.
 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and highly organised graduate of RUFORUM’s Masters of Science in Agricultural Information and Communication Management. You will be familiar with developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies, and have a broad understanding of the role of verified information in education and research.
 

You will be familiar with internet and electronic publishing technologies and databases used in teaching, research and policy. An ability to use multiple ICT systems and software is desirable. You must have proven ability in communication and administration, and be able to learn and apply new skills rapidly.
 

For a copy of the full Candidate Brief please go to www.cabi.org/vacancies under reference number 65/2013
 

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating how they meet the requirements of the Candidate Brief and detailed curriculum vitae, with names and full addresses of 3 referees. 

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@cabi.org
 

Please note closing date for receipt of applications by email is 24.00h GMT 10 April 2013. 

Candidates to note that interviews are planned for week beginning 15 April 2013

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Unga Holdings Limited Talent Development Manager and Human Resource Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Unga Holdings Limited wishes to recruit individuals to fill the following positions.
 

Talent Development Manager
 

Manage and develop a learning and development framework that reflects organisational, regulatory, job and individual needs
 

Ensure identification and implementation of career paths, succession planning and related development
 

Drive Organisational design & development to meet company needs
 

Coordinate Performance Management & employee recognition & retention programs
 

Develop and manage a system for evaluating and monitoring learning and development.
 

Develop and manage a learning and assessment centre to inculcate a ‘learning organisation’ culture.
 

Handle designated HR core roles in the organisation
 

Human Resource Assistant

• Maintain good industrial relations in the plant/site by ensuring correct and consistent application of company policy, rules and regulations in liaison with the Human Resources Manager.
• Provide timely and accurate advice to line managers/supervisors, staff and union officials on the interpretation and implementation of Kenyan labour laws, HR policies and practises and on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
•  Implement welfare and related employees matters including leave, staff medical, NHIF, NSSF, Uniforms, Workmen’s compensation etc.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance records to support payment of overtime and wages with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) in force as well as processing the monthly overtime for the unionized staff

Candidates meeting the above requirements should forward their application with current CVs, copies of relevant certificates, present and expected salary to the undersigned:-
 

The Group Human Resource Manager
Unga Holdings Limited
P. O. Box 30386, 00100. Nairobi
Ngano House, 5th Floor
Commercial Street
Nairobi
 

Closing date for submission of applications is 12th April 2013.

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Transition Authority Interim County Legal Officers Jobs in Kenya

Transition Authority
 

Vacant Position for Interim County Legal Officers

Location: All Counties
 

Salary: Those who will be found suitable will move with their current salaries as the position is on secondment. Transition Authority will only pay a top-up/acting allowance
 

Purpose: To provide specialized legal assistance and coordinate law reform function and activities in the County
 

Responsibilities:

• Manage the delivery of law reform function and related activities in the County;
• Keep abreast of legal and policy developments relevant to the County Government in the respective County;
• Work with the County Government and its agencies to identify strategic priority areas that require law reform;
• Undertake legal research and legislative drafting of County bills;
• Provide advice to County Government and its agencies on law reform issues;
• Assist in the implementation of a program of law reform in the County;
• Prepare draft bills;
• Prepare reports, issue papers and submissions on law reform issues;
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reports to the Transition Authority and Kenya Law Reform Commission.
• Offer general legal advice to the county governments

Qualifications:

• Must be a serving public officer as the position is on secondment to the counties.
• Possess a law degree from a recognized University, Masters in Law will be an added advantage ;
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for at least five years;
• Knowledge and experience in legal research and/or legislative drafting;
• Excellent legal and analytical skills and sound judgment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills- able to convey complex legal arguments and principles clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and
• Must be Computer proficient

All applications should reach the Transition Authority by 12th April 2013.
 

Address
 

KICC 5TH Floor
P.O. Box 10736-0010
Nairobi
 

Telephone: +254-0710287080
 

Email: infotransauthority@gmail.com

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Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

Sales Executives

Our client needs to urgently fill the above position.
 

Department: Sales and Marketing
 

Location: Field
 

Purpose of the job: 

• Establishing markets for products that we deal in and
• Keep constant touch with customers.

1. Identify and create a market for our existing products
 

2. Polish existing relationships and build relations with new customers
 

3. Effective and efficient communication with clients

Primary Responsibilities

• Getting markets for the products assigned and other potential products that could be marketed.
• Liaising with administration department on new tenders/opportunities for entry in SAP
• Following up with competitor activities
• Reporting to management on potential leads
• Customer feedback on contracts, any new assignments
• Liaising with Supply Chain on contract updates
• Give management review on other products going to existing markets

Skills/ experience required

• Diploma in sales or diploma in business related field
• Presentable orientation skills
• Good Communications skills
• Minimum 2 years experience in marketing field

KPI’s:

• Meeting sales targets
• Introducing new customers/ products to our portfolio
• Customer relationship management
• On time correct reporting

If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly email your cv (INCLUDE YOUR CURRENT & EXPECTED SALARY) to;

Recruiting Consultant,
Frank Management Consult Limited,
Nyaku House, 1st Floor, Argwings Kodhek Road,
P.O Box5351-00200,
 

Emails: wbeth@frank-mgt.com and cc to frankmconsult@yahoo.com

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East Africa Region Marketing Development Executive Job Re-advertisement

Re-advertisement: Marketing Development Executive – East Africa Region
Availability: Immediately

Salary: £800-£1,000 per month depending upon experience.

Main Purpose of the Role

The main purpose of the job is to provide effective Sales and Marketing support to units within the region which include Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Mozambique. 

The successful candidate shall implement Marketing actions within the region in liaison with both Vimto international and the local Vimto licensee.

Main responsibilities

• Create, foster and develop relationships with both the local licensee and other partners including distributors and wholesalers within the region.
• Define and execute brand strategies that support and contribute to growth in both the short term and long term
• Provide feedback to Vimto international on monthly sales and performance figures, stock levels and product availability.
• Analyse the results of marketing actions and initiate changes that may be required to improve sales performance.
• Develop and maintain a range of external contacts that can result in  improved product performance
• Develop and communicate an understanding of consumers to generate new insights that can inform strategy
• Monitor and report on local trends to fuel future innovation and make informed forecasts; Evaluate and communicate budgetary implications of these forecasts

Skills & Knowledge

• University level education Marketing, Communication or business related field. Postgraduate qualification would be an advantage. Professional Marketing/ Communication accreditation is preferred
• Successful and proven experience in Sales and Marketing of beverages/ FMCGpreferably with regional exposure.
• Knowledge of Market data analysis, finance (P&L, sales forecasts), local wholesale and retail dynamics,  and Targeted/ channel communication
• Commercial relationships and team building skills with the ability to work both as part of a team and on individual assignments
• Proven innovation,  resourcefulness and self-motivation
• Fluency in both written and spoken Swahili and English
• Computer and office tools literacy is required
• Holder of CIM (must)

Practicalities

• Resident/ willing to reside in Nairobi with frequent and extended trips within the region. A travel schedule will be agreed quarterly with Vimto International.
• Valid Passport and Driving Licence
• Written report to be emailed and expenses (receipts/justifications) sent after every trip.

If qualified send CV only to jobs@jantakenya.com by 29th March, 2013, indicating the title ‘Marketing Development Executive ‘n the subject line. 

DO NOT attach any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database 

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