CIAT-PABRA Seed Business Development Specialist Job in Kampala, Uganda

Seed Business Development Specialist

The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT- www.ciat.caiar.org) — a member of the CGIAR Consortium (www.cgiar.org) — develops technologies, innovative methods, and new knowledge that better enable farmers, especially smallholders, to make agriculture competitive and profitable as well as sustainable and resilient. 

CIAT conducts research for development in tropical regions of Latin America, Africa and Asia.

Among various research areas, CIAT has a global mandate for beans and in Africa, bean research is carried by the Pan Africa Research Alliance (PABRA) which encompasses 3 regional bean research networks working to improve the livelihoods of small scale bean farmers in sub-Saharan Africa.
 

PABRA facilitates collaborative research for development within and between the networks by providing a forum for collaboration of multiple partners who include researchers, private sector involved in bean seed and grain business, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community-based (OB) and producers’ organizations (POs), universities and millions of farmers.

The alliance operates in 29 member countries, each represented by its National Agricultural Research System (NARS). 

PABRA is coordinated by the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (dAT).

PABRA facilitates access to quality seed of improved varieties by millions of farmers across Africa through the various bean seed production and delivery options based on prevailing seed systems and targeted clients. 

For this purpose, PABRA is recruiting a Seed Business Development Specialist. 

The position will be based at Kawanda Agricultural Research Station, Kampala-Uganda.

Role and Responsibility

To enhance the capacities of seed and input suppliers to provide quality seed of improved bean varieties and complementary inputs to small-scale farmers in PABRA countries on a sustainable basis.

Main Job Tasks

The Seed Business Development Specialist (SBDS) will be expected to provide the following collaborative services:

• In partnership with seed producers, NARS and national seed services and development partners, assess various client oriented bean seed production and delivery options in PABRA member countries and identify most effective ones (sole or combined) to be mainstreamed or tested further.
• Carry out R4D for testing innovative seed production and market strategies such as the use of affordable packs, their commercial viability and explore how the mainstream best practices across PABRA countries.
• Assess and explore institutional linkages in order to sustain best seed systems practices and create synergetic actions for scaling up of these best practices across several countries.
• Collaborate with partners such as NARS to enhance capacity of decentralized seed producers, particularly women involved in the production of locally preferred bean varieties.
• Provide advice related to business development services to bean seed producers (individual seed entrepreneurs, farmer organizations, seed companies and public enterprises/research farm) and stimulate private (small and large) investment ¡n bean seed production and delivery in business sound manner.
• Train bean seed producers/suppliers ¡n specific areas such as seed business management including production, post-harvest, marketing, financial management, and strategy development.
• Strengthen the seed component and facilitate its linkages with other elements of the bean platforms across PABRA countries.
• Document (reports and professional publications) on improving the efficiency and sustainability of bean seed producers and supply and share knowledge.
• Design and conduct a sound Monitoring and Evaluation (M÷E) framework to capture relevant seed data and to document case studies.

Qualifications

• Strong background in seed business, agribusiness and business administration at MSc / MA levels.
• Five (5) years practical experience in managing a seed business is strongly preferred.
• Previous or current work on seed related activities in Africa is an added advantage.
• In addition to good command of written and spoken English language, an acceptable knowledge of French language will be added advantage.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to work both persuasively and diplomatically in a team-based environment with a high degree of complexity.
• Exceptional drive and entrepreneurship, a pronounced ability to motivate others.
• Hands-on problem-solver with strong analytical abilities.
• Organizational and business planning.
• Strategic thinking & creativity.
• Problem analysis and problem-solving.
• Team leadership & persuasiveness.

Terms of employment

The vacancy is an internationally recruited position. 

The contract will be for a two year period, with a six month probation period, renewable depending on performance. 

We offer a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits. 

We believe that the diversity of our staff contributes to excellence.

Applications

Interested applicants should send their motivation letter, a full C.V. including relevant certificates and one page essay on the main steps and their sequence for developing the ability of seed suppliers to provide quality seed of improved bean varieties and complementary inputs to small-scale farmers on a sustainable basis. 

Additionally please send the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. 

Applications should be sent to Isabela Botero (i.botero@cgiar.org) at the CIAT Human Resources office and ciatkenvainfo@cgiar.org by August 1st 2013.

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World Vision International People and Culture Director Job in Kigali, Rwanda

People and Culture Director

World Vision International (Rwanda) is a child focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programs in over 15 Districts of Rwanda.

World Vision seeks to hire a qualified, dedicated and experienced national for the position of People and Culture Director. 

This is a senior leadership position based in the Head Office- Kigali and reporting to the National Director. 

This position will actively facilitate the development of organizational capacity, sharing of knowledge and services, organizational change and development for a large organization.
 

The major responsibilities include:

• Developing and leading the implementation of People and Culture strategy consistent with the World Vision regional strategy and functional objectives.
• Designing People and Culture policies, systems and procedures in compliance with local labour environment and World Vision standards and guidelines.
• Designing and executing appropriate compensation system through development of compensation and benefit policies, principles and practices.
• Strengthening organizational Christian identity and sustaining a high performance culture that is capable of successfully meeting the strategic goals of the organization.
• Leading recruitment and selection through work force planning, facilitation of interviews and employee orientation systems.
• Handling disciplinary policies and processes and counsel employees and line managers in effective use of organizational policies and processes.
• Facilitation of organizational learning and development by developing career & leadership development framework, policies and practices.
• Designing and executing integrated Succession and Talent management system in the organization to promote staff development and leadership succession.
• Designing and facilitating organizational culture change that promotes excellence in execution.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Committed Christian with evidence of mature faith.
• Aware and willing to support the organization in the pursuit of World Vision’s mission statement and have personal and family lifestyles that are consistent with the organizational core values.
• Post Graduate degree qualification and/or professional qualification in Organizational Development, Psychology, and Development studies, Leadership, Human Resource Development or a MBA.
• In depth understanding of all areas of HR management and staff development, and knowledge of HR and OD practices, group processes and dynamics and able to apply it in Rwanda context.
• At least 8 — 10 years experience in Organizational Development and HR development or related fields, in a complex, international organization preferably in NGO context.
• Significant senior level leadership experience in an international environment, preferably in East Africa.
• Ability to apply a broad based understanding of key business fundamentals with knowledge of World Vision strategic relationships and the business/political environment.
• Ability to apply the knowledge of all relevant employment laws in order to develop, monitor and redesign HR policies and practices.
• Ability to work in diverse cultural context and adapt behavior and provide mature leadership.

High proficiency in English language — both verbal and written.

Salary commensurate with qualification and experience.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their curriculum vitae with copies of academic transcripts to wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org within 15 days from the date of advertisement.

As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. 

All employment is conditional upon successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

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Media Company Sales and Advertising Executives Jobs in Kenya

Sales and Advertising Executives wanted for a media company. 

Minimum Requirement

Diploma

One year experience

Email: dwesangula@sanaa.co.ke

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USAID TIS Program Procurement / Logistics Officer Job in Kenya

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Seeking: Procurement / Logistics Officer
 

Are you a Kenyan with Logistics and Supply Chain Experience and interested in working on a Somalia Program?
 

Are you committed to honesty and integrity?
 

Would you like to join a dynamic team working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia? 

Please read on!
 

USAID Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program
 

The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia. 

The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with government officials. TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
 

The TIS program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated Procurement and Logistics Officer. 

As our Procurement and Logistics Officer, you will work closely with the operations coordination and all other TIS functional teams to include and not limited to the program and grants team, the program grantees and vendors to support the above-referenced program objectives.
 

The work of Procurement/Logistics Officer requires detailed knowledge and Somalia experience, highly developed collaboration and networking skills and the exercise of discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility.

Qualifications and skills sought

• University degree level or equivalent in Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce, Logistics/Procurement and Supply Chain Management or any other appropriate field.
• Minimum four (4) years relevant experience in a similar position, with specific focus on local/international procurement, clearing & forwarding, VAT exemption processes, Kenyan/Somalia laws and regulations, fleet management, insurance and inventory/stock/supplies management, development and control.
• Previous experience with USAID funded program, UN, International or Local NGOs is preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior government personnel, colleagues, donor partners, private sector, and other actors that may be involved in the overall implementation of the project
• Ability to maintain high integrity in performing assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and work with minimal supervision under tight deadlines.
• In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a multicultural team.
• Functional competencies required: effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative analytical thinker, active learner, team player and cross cultural facilitator
• Demonstrated expertise working in Somalia
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Internet applications, Microsoft Outlook, Access and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English, Knowledge of Somali language is preferred
• Must have a valid passport that allows travel within the East African/ Horn region.
• Interest and availability to travel throughout Somalia.

Do you have the above qualifications and skills? 

Please send 

1) a CV 

2) current position and salary history and 

3) three professional references to TIS@dai.com. 

Closing date: Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Oxfam Regional Programme Quality Lead Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Regional Programme Quality Lead

Global C1

Fixed-term 2 year contract

GBP 25,094 - GBP33,938 net (take home pay) per annum.

Very attractive benefits

Based Nairobi, Kenya (Horn, East & Central Africa)

Poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s just plain wrong….that’s why at Oxfam we fight poverty at its roots, with simple, smart solutions. 

We combine emergency response work, long-term development programmes and campaigning for lasting change. 

The Horn, East, and Central Africa (HECA) Region is the largest region within Oxfam, covering 8 countries, including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda. 

The Regional Centre is based in Nairobi. 

We provide leadership and support to the Oxfam country programmes across the region in delivering their strategies within the context of programme quality, and efficiency.

The role

We need your influential leadership to help improve the effectiveness of Oxfam’s in-country and regional programmes and the impact they have on poverty. 

That means having a good strategy for enhancing high quality programmes. 

You will ensure these programmes are characterized by a strong sense of putting poor women’s rights at the heart of it all. 

Region and countries will seek your support in their initiatives around design, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) systems and partnerships. 

It’s about being proactive in building a culture of evidence-based decision making in the region and in support of programme staff and advisors on a variety of issues, in particular those around MEAL. 

It also means acting as a ‘helpdesk’ for queries on MEAL processes for the whole region.

What we’re looking for It is essential that you have a clear understanding of a broad range of programme quality issues, especially around theories of change and MEAL, underpinned with demonstrable understanding and direct experience of long-term development, humanitarian and/or campaigns and advocacy work preferably at management level.

A good understanding of gender issues and the ability to contribute to strategy around putting poor women’s rights at the heart of programming is key. 

Strong technical competence in research, learning and monitoring and evaluation methods theory and practice; and, good critical grasp of latest sector thinking, codes, standards and practice is essential, as is an excellent understanding and experience of partnerships & accountability when applied to programming. 

Results focused, you’ll need good interpersonal and communication skills plus the ability to lead, influence and motivate others.

The rewards

Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, and medical among others.

To apply

As a focal point for the Regional Leadership Team, this is a chance for you to influence country programmes that reach out to millions of people, as they continue to make positive impact on poverty and governance in the Horn of East and Central Africa.

To find out more, including a detailed profile, apply online at http://www.oxfam.org.uk/what-we-do/about-us/working-at-oxfam using reference INT6365

The closing date is: 12 July 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

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Oxfam Regional Programme Quality Lead Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Regional Programme Quality Lead

Global C1

Fixed-term 2 year contract

GBP 25,094 - GBP33,938 net (take home pay) per annum.

Very attractive benefits

Based Nairobi, Kenya (Horn, East & Central Africa)

Poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s just plain wrong….that’s why at Oxfam we fight poverty at its roots, with simple, smart solutions. 

We combine emergency response work, long-term development programmes and campaigning for lasting change. 

The Horn, East, and Central Africa (HECA) Region is the largest region within Oxfam, covering 8 countries, including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Somalia, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda. 

The Regional Centre is based in Nairobi. 

We provide leadership and support to the Oxfam country programmes across the region in delivering their strategies within the context of programme quality, and efficiency.

The role

We need your influential leadership to help improve the effectiveness of Oxfam’s in-country and regional programmes and the impact they have on poverty. 

That means having a good strategy for enhancing high quality programmes. 

You will ensure these programmes are characterized by a strong sense of putting poor women’s rights at the heart of it all. 

Region and countries will seek your support in their initiatives around design, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) systems and partnerships. 

It’s about being proactive in building a culture of evidence-based decision making in the region and in support of programme staff and advisors on a variety of issues, in particular those around MEAL. 

It also means acting as a ‘helpdesk’ for queries on MEAL processes for the whole region.

What we’re looking for It is essential that you have a clear understanding of a broad range of programme quality issues, especially around theories of change and MEAL, underpinned with demonstrable understanding and direct experience of long-term development, humanitarian and/or campaigns and advocacy work preferably at management level.

A good understanding of gender issues and the ability to contribute to strategy around putting poor women’s rights at the heart of programming is key. 

Strong technical competence in research, learning and monitoring and evaluation methods theory and practice; and, good critical grasp of latest sector thinking, codes, standards and practice is essential, as is an excellent understanding and experience of partnerships & accountability when applied to programming. 

Results focused, you’ll need good interpersonal and communication skills plus the ability to lead, influence and motivate others.

The rewards

Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate including housing, pension, and medical among others.

To apply

As a focal point for the Regional Leadership Team, this is a chance for you to influence country programmes that reach out to millions of people, as they continue to make positive impact on poverty and governance in the Horn of East and Central Africa.

To find out more, including a detailed profile, apply online at http://www.oxfam.org.uk/what-we-do/about-us/working-at-oxfam using reference INT6365

The closing date is: 12 July 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

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Financial and Associate Consultant Jobs in Kenya

Centre for Development Consultants Limited (CDCL) seek to recruit for various vacancies to join our team of experts. 

Eligible consultants from the East African region are encouraged to apply.

Financial Consultant

This will be a permanent position within the firm.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Business development – creating new business through research to establish the needs of our clients in view of adding value.
• Proposal writing – developing bankable proposals.
• Undertaking Accounting and Financial advisory services to our clients.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s Degree in finance, economics or related fields.
• Have at least three years experience in consultancy.
• Have proven experience in financial analysis and proposal writing.
• A good knowledge and operational experience of various accounting packages.
• A qualification as a Certified Public Accountant (with CPAK or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• A good analytical thinker and a self-starter.
• Excellent at organizing and managing multiple priorities and/or projects by using appropriate methodologies and tools.
• Innovate- able to introduce new ideas and processes which improve performance and productivity.
• A problem solver with the ability to encourage others in collaborative problem solving.
• Effectual team player.

Associate Consultants

These positions are open to both individuals and consultancy firms that are experienced in the following areas:

• Financial Management, Human Resources Management, ICT, Engineering,
• Transport Economics and General Economics

How to apply

Qualified and interested candidates/firms should send their applications to recruitment@cdclconsult.com on or before 25th July, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Suraya Project Manager,Construction Manager, Architecture Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Construction Project Manager 

(2 Positions)

Academic and Professional Qualification

1. Master Degree in Construction Project Management or equivalent qualification from an approved institution.
2. Registered member of the Institution of Construction & Project Managers of Kenya or any other construction related professional body but practicing project management.
3. The candidate should have at least Three year experience in construction industry as a project manager for projects value from Ksh. 375,000,000.00 and above complete.

Construction Manager 

(3 Positions)

Academic and Professional Qualification

1. Degree in Construction Project Management or equivalent qualification from an approved institution.
2. The candidate should have at least Three year experience in construction industry as a project manager or Senior Clerk of Works for projects value from Ksh. 100,000,000.00 and above complete.

Architect 

(2 Positions)

Academic and professional Qualifications

1. Be a registered architect with BORAQS.
2. Minimum of 1 Year post registration experience
3. Proficiency in ArchiCAD 14 (especially BIM )and above a must
4. Use of other graphic presentation software (Photoshop, Illustrator, Art-lantis Studio or 3D Studio max) will be an added advantage.

Graduate Architect

Academic and professional Qualifications

1. Graduate of a Recognized university.
2. Proficiency in ArchiCAD 14 (especially BIM )and above a must
3. Use of other graphic presentation software (Photoshop, Illustrator, Art-lantis Studio or 3D Studio max) will be an added advantage.

Architectural Visualization & Animation Artist & Graphic Designer
 

Academic and professional Qualifications

1. Graduate of a Recognized university or College
2. Proficiency 3D Studio Max & V-ray for modeling and Visualization
3. Proficiency in Photoshop & Illustrator
4. Knowledge/Experience in Architectural or interior design will be an added advantage

Send your applications to vacancies@suraya.co.ke

Deadline is 12th July/2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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IFC Associate Investment Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job #: 131609
 

Title: Associate Investment Officer
 

Job Stream: Investment
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

Closing Date: 08/11/2013
   
Background / General Description:
 

IFC, the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is the largest multilateral provider of financing for private enterprise in emerging markets. 

IFC provides loans, equity, structured finance and risk management tools as well as advisory services to build the private sector in developing countries. 

IFC invests in private sector projects that are financially and economically viable and have a substantial development impact. 

The Corporation is headquartered in Washington, D.C. It has three hubs in Sub-Saharan Africa (Johannesburg, Dakar, and Nairobi) and several field offices.

The Financial Markets Department, one of IFC’s several industry departments, supports projects in numerous financial subsectors, builds local financial institutions, develops local equity and debt markets and introduces new financing instruments. 

The goal is to develop efficient financial systems that will fuel economic growth in client countries and enhance IFC’s developmental impact.

The Financial Markets Department is recruiting an Associate Investment Officer to join the Investment and Portfolio Team, which originates, manages and monitors IFC’s financial sector and private equity fund investments in Sub-Saharan Africa. 

The Associate Investment Officer will report to the Financial Markets Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa.

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Duties and Accountabilities:

• Provide key support in identification, appraisal, structuring and negotiation of financial sector investments.
• Identify and analyze fundamental competitive strengths and weaknesses of projects or portfolio companies and identify non-financial issues, opportunities and risk/reward factors (e.g. business environment, country, and sponsor).
• Handle disbursements, waivers and complex client interactions such as restructurings; monitor and value equity investments and recommends/executes the sale of holdings.
• Monitor existing investments in portfolio companies, comprising various types of financial entities and private equity funds.
• Review and analyze the financial and operating performance of clients; prepare quarterly risk ratings, annual supervision and other management reports as well as country strategy papers, briefs and project profiles.
• Handle client relationships and provide insight into sector developments in client countries to anticipate new investment opportunities and/or performance issues.
• Apply knowledge of project/portfolio lifecycle to identify and meet critical path milestones, and to implement tasks (including production of documents) in a timely and high quality fashion for the processing or supervision of projects.
• Actively keep abreast of regional and industry developments and incorporates trends into the processing or supervision of projects.

Selection Criteria:

• Masters degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in the financial sector, preferably in an investment related function and/or the private equity industry.
• Good understanding of financial and operational characteristics of financial institutions and/or private equity funds.
• Clear experience and expertise in identifying, evaluating, structuring and negotiating debt and equity transactions; experience in portfolio management.
• Sound business judgment and strong problem solving/negotiation skills, as well as ability to work effectively on simultaneous projects under time pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; French or Portuguese a significant plus.
• A keen interest in development finance and working in a multicultural environment.

How to apply

Click Here to Apply Online

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ICAP Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and EMR System Testing and Debugging Analyst Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and the Ministry of Medical Services to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services at provincial and district health facilities. 

This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Applications are invited for the following positions:

1. Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer - Continuous Quality Assurance (CQA)

Location: Nairobi with occasional in-country travel
 

Overall Function:
 

Under the supervision of the Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Research the CQA Officer will be responsible for the on-going data analysis, audit of program data, and feedback of this data to program staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide continuous on-going audit of program data based on established PEPFAR targets.
• Provide continuous feedback on quarterly aggregate and patient-level data for quality of care improvement to the program implementation team.
• Perform data analysis to check the quality of data quality from routine quarterly reports.
• Prepare regular high quality presentations of summarized program data for program staff and funding agency
• Routine analysis of program data in preparation for data summaries for research abstracts and manuscripts.
• Assist with analysis of research data when required

Requirements:

• Kenyan national with an Advanced Statistics Degree (minimum Masters) in Statistics, Mathematics or Epidemiology.
• At least 5 years experience in medical statistical analysis, monitoring and evaluation systems in HIV programs
• Strong data management and data analysis skills essential
• Advanced skills in graphic presentation of data
• Strong supervisory and management skills

2. EMR System Testing and Debugging Analyst (6 Months Fixed Contract)
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Overall Function:
 

To work under the overall guidance and supervision of the Director of Monitoring and the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer – Data Management, to provide hands on leadership in the development of upgraded electronic medical records (EMR) system for ICAP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage programmer consultant resources and supervise the daily attainment of outlined work plan targets.
• Technical responsibility for reviewing and interpreting of EMR system user requirements, and prepare detailed work plans for the EMR upgrade.
• Develop quality assurance processes and lead in the testing of developed codes on Open MRS framework to ensure designed EMR modules are stable and perform as specified.
• Technical responsibility to conduct weekly code reviews, and host progress presentations to EMR upgrade steering committee
• Maintain and update the EMR system source code documentation

Requirements:

• A minimum of a Diploma in Computer Science, Information Sciences or any other related and equivalent qualifications from recognized University/Institution
• Familiarity with MOH EMR standards and knowledge of Open MRS
• Deep technical understanding of data warehouse model and design methodologies by generating ETL, Data Marts, OLAP, OLTP, interactive dashboards, charts and tabular reports output formats
• Demonstrated technical experience integrating different data sources from/to different databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle Open MRS framework) while addressing issue of data quality; database performance, optimization, data aggregation using PostgreSQL/SQL query scripts
• A minimum of 5 years proven technical experience is required

All applications including a current CV, telephone number and 3 professional referees (preferably current/previous supervisors with their Telephone numbers and Email addresses) should be sent to the HR and Administration Manager, ICAP icap.vacancies@gmail.com on or before 19th July 2013.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

ICAP is an equal opportunity employer

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Tradestar Programmer Job in Thika Kenya

Tradestar Kenya Limited is fast growing outsourcing organization situated in Thika town.  

We are looking for an experienced programmer to work on a full time basis. 

The preferred person should have;
 

Education and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology/Computer Science
• At lease 5 years professional experience with PHP/Javascript/MySQL
• Good knowledge and experience with HTML/CSS
• Experience with DHTMLX/Paradox/C++ is an added advantage

Other Requirements

• Written reporting skills
• Very fluent in English
• Can work to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and results driven
• Distance of travel from home to office in Thika must be less than 45min

Salary: Based on qualifications and skills
 

If you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience to applications.tradestarkenya@gmail.com

Important:

1. Let the resume and application letter hold your name. e.g. Ann Wanjiku_CV or Ann Wanjiku_Application
2. The two documents must be in pdf format
3. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Officer Job in Kenya

Position: Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Officer

Location: Rift Valley

Job Summary

Develop, Monitor and co-ordinate all Safety, Health and Environmental policies, procedures & activities so as to ensure compliance with all relevant legal, Quality Management System and COMPANY requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Continuously develop, implement and review safety, health and environment Standards & procedures in conjunction with the Workshop Manager, in line with the Occupational Safety & Health Act 2007 and other Statutory requirements
• Identify health, safety and environmental hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative action, and report to the management
• Conduct reviews on service station performance, compliance with set standards and documenting the same
• Provide training instructions and workshops to all employees and subcontractors on safety, health and environment, with emphasis on continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate training records for the same
• Conducting inspections and audits including monitoring and tracking of all SHE related issues and Quality Management issues
• Ensure that all facilities are in compliance with statutory requirements, Quality Management Systems and other internal policies
• Liaise with the Workshop Manager, schedule for internal audits and monitor corrective action for deficient findings for completion & effectiveness, providing gap closure assistance
• Proactively identify emerging issues in Safety, Health and environment Management system
• Liaise with the Workshop Manager to ensure all statutory audits are carried out and licenses issued
• Liaise with the Directorate of Occupational Safety & Health & other SHE practitioners to ensure our SHE practices are up to date
• Maintain database of all safety incidences and accidents
• Prepare weekly & monthly reports on all SHE related issues
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Management from time to time

Qualifications

• Degree or Higher Diploma in any Business related field
• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health and Environmental studies
• ISO Standards Training and Lead auditor Training
• Four (4) years progressive work experience, two (2) of which should be in the same position.
• Experience in ISO implementation
• Experience in Bulk Logistics of fuel, Jet A1 and Dry cargo is a MUST
• Experience in Dangerous Goods Handling is also a MUST
• DOSH and NEMA Certification will be an added advantage
• Analytical problem solving
• Team player
• Excellent supervisory skills

Applicants who meet the above criteria can send their CVs to vacancies.kll@gmail.com on or before 16th July 2013. 

All applicants should indicate their current salary details.

Applications without salary details will not be considered. 

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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APSEA Independent Legal Consultant Job in Kenya

Independent Legal Consultant
 

Terms of Reference
 

Enactment of the “Draft Bill on Natural Resource Development and Management, 2013” into Law
Background and Context:
 

The Association of Professional Societies in East Africa (APSEA) is the umbrella body of professional associations and societies in Kenya, with a corporate membership of thirty (30) professional associations from diverse professional disciplines. 

The corporate member associations have a total membership of nearly 50,000 individual professionals in Kenya alone. 

Professionalism is embedded within the Constitution of Kenya and as such, as the umbrella body of all professionals in Kenya, APSEA has a stake in the implementation of the constitution.
 

APSEA having realized the urgent need to address the issue of equitable distribution and management of resources in the country, especially with resources that are being discovered, such as oil in Turkana, the policy would be the best guideline to outline how the resources should not only benefit the whole nation but also provide benefits to the community where the resources are discovered.
 

APSEA is cognizant of the need to address Natural Resources Management (NRM) issues in the country highly.

Currently, APSEA through the NRM Technical team has just concluded the development of a Concept note, a Policy and Draft Bill on the Natural Resource Development and Management, 2013.
 

With this, APSEA will be lobbying Parliament, the Executive and other stakeholders with the aim of passing the NRM bill and enacting it into law. 

This legislation will address the distribution and management of resources, which will address the challenges at the counties when dealing with resource sharing.

The constitution of Kenya, Article, 61 (1) states that all land belongs to the people of Kenya collectively as a nation, as communities and as individuals.

Goal of the Project
 

The goal of the project is to have the draft Natural Resource Development and  Management Bill enacted into Law. The Law will guide the sharing of revenue from the Natural Resources within the Devolved system of Government.

• Expected Consultants Outputs: It is with this in mind that APSEA wants to engage an Independent Legal Consultant with a bias in Natural Resource Management to carry out the following responsibilities under the proper guidance of the APSEA technical team:
• To engage Parliament, the Executive, Land Commission and other relevant stakeholders on the Overarching Policy and Draft Bill on the Natural Resources Development and Management, 2013.
• To capture the input of the stakeholders and input in the policy and draft bill that will be enacted into Law that engages the County government in the natural Resources equitable entitlement and apportionment in responsive to the needs and aspirations of the citizens of this Country.
• Prepare Reports and make presentations on project, Review the existing Overarching NRM concept, policy and bill through a consultative process involving APSEA Executive, APSEA NRM Committee, key and relevant GoK stakeholders, CSOs, parliament and private sector.
• Provide the requisite technical guidance to facilitate stakeholders decision making as pertains the domicile of the anticipated Overarching NRM policy & bill.
• Align the policy and bill with the CoK and other legislations.
• Support the APSEA Chair and NRM team in championing the policy & bill at different stakeholder levels; with the goal of building buy-in.
• Participate in developing strategies that would be applied in advocating and lobbying various government organs to adopt and support the eventual enactment of the bill.

Deliverables and other provisions
 

Enactment of the Draft Bill on Natural Resource Development and Management 2013, into law

Time frame: The consultant shall begin their work in July, 2013 to November 2013

Consultant Qualifications
 

The Consultant shall have the following qualification:

• A minimum, first degree in law with specialization in environmental law and/or added courses in environmental law; OR a hold a first degree in natural resources or related fields and has rich practical experience in policy and law making processes.
• Masters degree is an added advantage.
• Be well versed with Constitution of Kenya 2010, various natural resource sector legal frameworks, knowledge of international, frameworks on Natural Resource Management (NRM) understanding  of the Local sector architecture.
• Has strong networks among technocrats, legislators, civil society and practitioners
• Understands and has practical experience in legislative process
• Excellent meeting and facilitation skills.
• Available to commence work as from July 15th 2013 to December 2013 on an output-based,  renewable .

All applications should be sent in soft copy to apsea@apsea.or.ke by Friday 12th July 2013, 12.00pm

Attention of:

Executive Officer,
Association of Professional Societies of East Africa

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Dairy Industry Brand Manager Job in Kenya

Job Title: Brand Manager - Dairy Industry

Job Description
 

Brand Manager you will be responsible for developing and executing marketing communication and brand strategies and working closely with international partners. 

Will undertake marketing consumer research, and make recommendations on best market segments to target. 

As some of the portfolio will be international products, brand manager will also be involved in localizing communication strategies and packaging of products.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing and executing brand, sales and marketing strategies aligned with business plans to obtain overall organisational objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Leading the strategic planning process for the assigned brands based on key consumer insights to enhance current portfolio and improve communication with consumers.
• Involvement in the development of the company’s long term planning that identifies new business opportunities, markets and partners.
• Working closely with distribution partners and Marketing Research companies to obtain relevant information, including the development and implementation of brand audit studies and focus groups.
• Monitoring and analyzing business performance vis-à-vis business goals (awareness, share, consumer diagnostics, profitability, etc.) and the competition.
• Implementing the marketing plans by working with internal and external suppliers to deliver in a timely manner and on budget.
• Coordinating the development of communication materials such as catalogues websites, brochures, packaging and in-store displays.
• Traveling internally and internationally to ensure the relationship with distributors and suppliers is maintained.
• Delivering internal and external presentations regarding new product introductions, marketing materials, business objective and communication strategy.
• Establishing performance specifications, cost and price parameters, market applications and sales estimates.
• Coordinating regular meetings and preparing regular reports outlining the brands’ performance.
• Managing the status of projects, product testing and the evaluation of external agencies.
• Develop action plans and measurement tools for brand campaigns
• Provide support in development of annual Marketing Plans as well as the brand plan calendar
• Evaluate market data related to the brand objectives communications and action recommendations
• Utilize trend analysis and other tools to identify and explore possible opportunities for growth.
• Liaise with operations managers, vendors and Marketing team with regards to execution of Brand campaigns incl. but not limited to TV/Radio adverts, leaflets
• Apply knowledge of the organisational systems, structures, policies and procedures to achieve strategic objectives

Skills:

• 7 years Brand Manager experience in Dairy Industry essential, with a strong preference for food experience
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Experience implementing branding and communication strategies
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills
• Degree in Business and Marketing discipline
• Computer literacy
• Project and program management
• Commercial awareness
• Build and maintain Company Brand
• Relationship management
• Customer orientation and relationship building skills
• Leadership and decision making skills and experience
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills and experience
• Assertive team player; energetic, self-starter who aims and maintains high levels of productivity, and is results-orientated

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruitment@odumont.com  before end of day 12 July 2013. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Tri-Cycle Sales Representative Job in Nairobi Kenya

Tri-Cycle Sellers

 
Availability: Immediately

Job Purpose

Promotes / sells / secures orders from existing and prospective customers through a relationship - based approach.

Demonstrates products and services to existing/potential customers and assists them in selecting those best suited to their needs.

Responsibilities

• Establishes, develops and maintains business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in the assigned territory/market segment to generate new business for the organization’s products/services.
• Makes telephone calls and in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective customers.
• Researches sources for developing prospective customers and for information to determine their potential
• Keeps management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly and annual territory analyses.
• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; preparing reports; making recommendations to management.
• Provides historical records by maintaining records on area and customer sales.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Focuses sales efforts by studying existing and potential volume of dealers.
• Submits orders by referring to price lists and product literature.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in sales (preferably in the same position).
• Certificate/diploma in sales and marketing.
• Good communication skills.
• Hold a driving license (class B C E & F G)

If qualified send your C.V. and application letter to jobs@jantakenya.com by 15th July, 2013 clearly indicating ‘Tri seller’ on the subject line. 

Do not attach any certificates. 

Failure to follow instructions will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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HESPI Research Fellow Jobs in Addis Ababa

The Horn Economic and Social Policy Institute (HESPI), a regional think tank, seeks to recruit qualified and competent staff for its economics division, located in Addis Ababa.

Senior Research Fellow

Core Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of the Senior Research Fellow are to engage in research projects of the Institute. 

He/she is responsible for the planning, directing and coordinating research on economic policy issues in areas of HESPI’s core focus in particular macroeconomic policy, investment and growth, trade and economic integration, and finance and resources management.

The senior fellow will supervise in house research projects, commissioned studies, and consultants’ contributions.

General requirements are:

• Strong research skills, especially quantitative research
• Proven ability to author papers and reports; and experience supervising and mentoring staff
• Experience in developing research proposals, data collection, analysis and interpretation
• Strong organizational and administrative management, and oral and written English communication skills.

Qualifications: 

PhD Degree in Economics with at least 5 years experience; or Masters Degree in Economics with 8 years experience; Competitive candidates will have published articles in reputable Economic Journals.

Research Fellow

Core Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of the Research Fellow are to engage in economic research, implement commissioned studies, and contribute to other relevant activities of the regional institute including consultancy projects and capacity building programs.

The research fellow must have specialized expertise in in one or more of the macroeconomic area, international trade policy, regional integration; natural resources management policies, and/or poverty reduction and food security issues.

The research fellow should have proven capacity to manage research data and to formulate policy recommendations.

General requirements are:

• Strong research skills and proven ability to author research papers
• Experience in developing research proposals, data collection, analysis and interpretation
• Experience in supervising staff and excellent team player skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills and strong oral and written English communication skills.

Qualifications: 

• PhD Degree in Economics: with at least 3 years experience; or Masters
• Degree with at least 6 years relevant experience, as well as published articles in recognized and Economic Journals.

Pay and Conditions: 

Salaries and benefits are based on the Institute’s salary scale, and are competitive with remuneration paid by regional organizations located in Addis Ababa.

Application Instruction: 

We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to send applications including detailed CV either through our email address:

hespi@ehtionet.et or jihanahmed@hespi.org, or to P.O Box 2692 code 1250, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 

Application Deadline: July 20, 2013

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Nuru International Senior Training Manager for the Leadership Program Job in Isibania, Kuria West, Kenya

Employer: Nuru International Kenya
 

Job Title: Senior Training Manager for the Leadership Program
 

Category: Full time, contract
 

Location: Isibania, Kuria West, Kenya    
 

Number of Positions Available: 1

Overview: 
 

Nuru Kenya is looking for a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Senior Training Manager (STM) in the Leadership program.  

The position may be staffed internally from Nuru Kenya staff or externally, as determined by the Leadership District Manager, and in coordination with the Leadership Program Manager and Director of Nuru Kenya.

Contract specifications will be in accordance with those established in the employment contract.  This job description is a complement to the employment contract.  

Job performance will be evaluated based on the principles presented in this document.  

It is the employee’s duty to understand and perform these duties.

Manager: Leadership Senior Training Manager

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Leadership District Manager (LDM) and Leadership Senior Program Manager (LSPM) to write, translate, and facilitate the Leadership curriculum to be given to Nuru Kenya managers
• Work with the LDM to identify staff training needs in all Nuru programs in order to develop advanced Leadership curriculum
• Conduct research on content to be included into the Leadership training curriculum
• Work with M&E to gather and evaluate data to evaluate success of Leadership trainings
• Adapt trainings and improve training techniques/activities
• Mentor, and train trainers in all Nuru programs to improve and standardize curriculum, translation, and facilitation of trainings
• Equip trainers in all Nuru programs with knowledge and skills to increase their training capacity
• Ensure that all curriculum and facilitation is standardized as per the Nuru concept
• Work with trainers in all Nuru programs to identify and address training challenges
• Use computer skills to accomplish tasks in the Leadership program, e.g., track attendance, type lessons, etc.
• Report to District Manager and submit training reports with full accurate information on time
• Additional roles as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and competencies:

• Degree holder in a relevant topic (such as education, counseling, adult education)
• Master’s preferred
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Internet, etc.)
• At least 2 years of experience training adults
• Proven track record of writing effective curriculum and facilitating successfully to adult learners
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and equipping trainers to improve their curriculum writing and facilitation skills
• Speak fluent English (mandatory), Kiswahili (mandatory), and Kikuria (preferred)
• Ability to translate English to KiSwahili and vice versa
• Possess knowledge and skills in project management, communications, and monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrated ability to operate in both office and field setting
• Demonstrated ability to form successful working relationships with other staff
• Long-term commitment to ending extreme poverty in rural areas of Kenya

Applicants must currently live in Kuria West District, or be willing to relocate for this position.  

Do not expect any of the following: relocation pay, monetary support for family relocation, housing or housing allowance, food allowance, commuter transport allowance.

Application:
 

Interested applicants should submit their resume/ CVs and cover letter supported by at least two known references by July 24, 2013 at 5pm EAT.  

Please complete your application in English, include your phone number, and turn it in at our offices / Human Resources Manager in Keborui or email it to STMjobs@nuru.co.ke. 

Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.

Nuru International is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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