Compressor Service Technician Job in Kenya

Compressor Service Technician
 

Location: Kenya
 

Our client, leading oil Exploration Company seeks to recruit a Compressor Service Technician to perform advanced maintenance functions, procedures, activities and responsibilities associated with working on gas compression packages independently

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for submitting accurate field service reports, expense reports, timesheets and other necessary paperwork daily.
• Responsible for directing, coordinating, and performance of the job activities in a manner consistent with the projects goals and objectives.
• Responsible for providing full leadership and training to both new and junior level Field Technicians.
• Provides input to Supervisor on personnel and materials needs to provide optimal job planning.
• Lead and complete, accurate, and timely rebuilds/overhauls of compressors, engines and controls on gas compressor packages in the field in adverse conditions with no supervision.
• Responsible for accurate advanced level troubleshooting of electrical systems, controls, and unit control panels such as Murphy, Altronic, and Allen Bradley.
• Must be able to be on a call-out rotation and effectively make emergency repairs. Possess strong mechanical and electrical abilities with knowledge and experience to perform complex service, installation and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lead and perform overhauls new unit installations, startups, and diagnostics on all major OEM’s independently

Qualification and Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Experience in mechanical-electric installations,  a Masters Degree will be an added advantage
• Must have 5+ years applicable experience in the Oil and Gas Sector
• Must have proof of certification from CAT/ Waukesha
• Possess knowledge and ability to independently diagnose engine/compressor failures accurately and efficiently.
• Health and Safety Certifications Strongly Required

To apply, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 12th August 2014.

Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line. 

Candidates from both genders are strongly urged to apply.

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Academic / Research Writers Jobs in Kenya

We are looking for professional writers who are experienced in writing academic papers of different topics. 

The applicants must be well versed in the different citations styles such as APA, MLA, HARVARD, CHICAGO and OXFORD.

The applicant must also posses other writing skills and be able to meet deadlines and work under minimal supervision.

Applicants MUST have past experience in academic writing and must have a degree in any relevant field.

If you feel that you meet the requirements, then attach a resume and 2 samples of your past papers when applying.

Payment is 250/page.

Applications can be sent through kenyan1404@gmail.com

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HelpAge International East, West and Central Africa Region Head of Programmes Job in Nairobi, Kenya

HelpAge International

Job Title: Head of Programmes, East, West and Central Africa Region

Location: Nairobi, Kenya with extensive regional travel

Grade: ISC, £35,560 per annum 
 

2 years contract
 

Accompanied post 
 

Reporting to: Regional Director, East West and Central Africa

Key relationships: Southern Africa Regional Head of Programmes, Country directors, Regional Head of Finance and Admin, World Wide Emergencies Unit, UK Policy team, UK Operations Unit

Responsible for: Regional Programme Managers, Regional Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Adviser, Regional OD & Partner Relations Adviser, Regional Resource Development Adviser, Consultants

Contract Length: Two years contract, accompanied position
 

Background: HelpAge International's vision is one of a world where older people fulfil their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives. HelpAge International is an international network, bringing together more than 114 affiliates and 200 partners working with older people in over 50 countries. 

HelpAge International has a secretariat with offices in London and Brussels, and regional centres in East Africa, Southern Africa, South Asia, East Asia/Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean and Central Asia, several national programmes and a number of emergency programmes. 

Work of the organisation is guided by a 5 year strategy ending in the year 2015 and a subsequent strategy is being developed until 2020. 

The EWCA Regional Development Centre works with a range of partners across Africa to deliver programming in a number of key areas: HIV/AIDS & health; income security & livelihoods; emergency response & DRR and rights of older people as well as supporting and strengthening networks, affiliates and partners working in the region. 

The country programmes in Tanzania, Ethiopia, Sudan, Kenya, South Sudan and Uganda are managed directly from the Regional Centre. Programme development in west and central Africa are also coordinated from the Regional Centre. 

The Regional Centre co-ordinates the Africa programming to ensure they meet the needs of older people in the region and fit with country and regional development priorities and strategies. Emergency responses in South Sudan, DRC and other countries are also supported from the Regional Development Centre as need arises.

A key function of the Regional Development Centre is the development of the network of civil society organisations working for older people in the region including countries in west and central Africa. A number of these are already affiliated to HelpAge International. 

In addition, the office works extensively with the African Union, Regional Economic Commission, national governments and the donor community (including the UN) to mainstream ageing issues into development policy.

Overall Purpose of the Job: To contribute to the growth and development of the East, West and Central Africa region by identifying strategic partnerships, defining, fundraising and implementing relevant programmes that advance HelpAge International’s Africa regional strategy.  

The post holder will be responsible for the identification, development and monitoring of HelpAge International’s programmes in the sub-region working with strategic partners including affiliates and partners.  

The position will work closely with various country programmes within the region making sure the country teams are supported adequately in delivery of quality programmes. 

The post holder will be a member of the management team and will contribute to management decisions within the sub-regional development centre.  

The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the fundraising activities by ensuring the design and implementation of quality programmes that attract donor funding and strictly adhere to standard requirements and specific donor terms and conditions. 
 

Job Content and Key Tasks

• To contribute to the development of programme strategic plans in line with the global strategic plan.
• To develop high quality programmes which most effectively meet the needs of older people in the sub-region and manage their implementation through country partners and affiliates.
• To fundraise for the programmes from various donors (institutional, corporate and bilateral donors). 
• To work with affiliate and partner organisations supporting their capacity to engage in policy/advocacy, identifying and developing effective programmes that meet the needs of older people.
• To maintain relationship with existing donors through effective policy dialogue and compliance to standard contract management principles/procedures and specific donor terms and conditions, identify and develop new funding opportunities by engaging in relevant donor coordination forums and events that create high profile for HelpAge International.
• To supervise budget holders, ensuring that all programme work is implemented within agreed budget limits and HelpAge International and donor compliance and procedures. To ensure that timely and quality narrative and financial reports to donors are provided as required.
• To have the overview of humanitarian context in the region and launch emergency response programmes within the geographies of HelpAge’s operation. Support country programmes with surge capacity as necessary.
• To work with the regional advocacy and communications team to support a regional advocacy and communication strategy drawing on thematic learning and evidence from programmes across the region.
• To ensure a strategic presence of HelpAge staff and partners in humanitarian and development forums and clusters by identifying strategic partnership for programming and influencing programmes and strategies.
• To engage with relevant government, civil society and research organisations that will be critical for advancing the EWCARO strategy
• To liaise with country offices in the region by agreeing relevant funding opportunities and drawing potential joint programming opportunities as appropriate.
• To contribute to the development and implementation of HelpAge International policies.
• To represent HelpAge International, and the work of affiliates and partners, at meetings with donors, governments and other external bodies.
• To effectively line manage staff in the programme team as agreed with the Regional Director
• To develop and maintain effective administration systems for the management of programme work in the region.
• To deputise for the Regional Director when required.

Extent of Authority: The post-holder will play an important co-ordination role between the EWCAR office, the UK Secretariat, Country Development Programmes and affiliates and partner organisations.  

The post-holder will make recommendations for projects within approved budget limits participate in key decision making in the senior management team of EWCARO.

Person Specification 

Essential

• Significant experience of programme development and implementation at national and regional level.
• Experience of managing a diverse team of staff.
• Experience of organisational development and fundraising work with networks, NGOs and Community Based Organisations.
• Knowledge of the socio-economic and political environment of Africa with specific emphasis to East and West Africa, understanding of policy development processes 
• Understanding and experience of development issues in the Africa region.
• Proven track record of working with International NGOs and International Donors
• Experience of rights based work, and understanding of core rights based approaches and the international rights architecture.
• Experience of humanitarian work and ability to engage with a wide range of humanitarian actors including INGOs and the UN.
• Experience of engaging in policy and advocacy work at local, national and regional level. Ability to present and make compelling statements and presentations.
• Fluent written and spoke English language skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and representational skills and ability to work at all levels with tact and diplomacy.
• Numerate with a good understanding of budget development and monitoring.
• Ability to juggle many priorities to ensure that the best interests of the organisation are served and high quality projects are developed and monitored. 
• Administratively self-supporting.
• Able and willing to travel extensively within the region.

Desirable

• French Language Skills
• Experience in ageing issues.

How to Apply
 

To apply for a job at HelpAge, please submit the following documents:

• A covering letter (which should refer the person specification for the job).
• Your current curriculum vitae (3 pages maximum).
• Three referees, including your most recent employer.
• Equal opportunities form (click here to download)

Please help us monitor the effectiveness of advertising sources by clearly stating where you first learned about this vacancy.

Please email your application to hai-hr@helpage.org before the closing date to be considered for the shortlist.

Alternatively, post your application to:

Human Resources
PO Box 70156
London
WC1A 9GB

With a view to minimising our administration costs we are unfortunately only able to contact again those candidates that have been shortlisted for interview.

This is a re-advertisement and previous applicants for this position need not re-apply.

Closing Date: 12th August 2014

Start Date: ASAP

HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer.

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International Rescue Committee Country Director Job in Nairobi Kenya

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives.

Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. 

At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. 

The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Vacancy: Country Director
 

Sector: Program Management           
 

Location: Kenya           
 

Employee Type: Regular           
 

Employee Category: Full Time

The Country Director, Kenya will provide the strategic vision and leadership for the Kenya country program. 

S/he is responsible for ensuring the design and delivery of quality programs, donor and government relations, fundraising and budget management, security and operations management, and developing a motivated and professional team. 

Reporting to the Regional Director, the Country Director will work closely with, and receive support from regional and headquarters program technical units, safety and security services, regional finance and operations staff.

Kenyan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. 

This position is fully accompanied, based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Management

• Working closely with the Regional Director, and regional team, develop a strategic direction and plan for the country program
• Ensure that structures and systems are in compliance with IRC standards, and that they support program delivery and promote management coordination and efficiency throughout the country program

Program Quality & Development

• Develop program strategies in accordance with IRCs mission and program framework
• Ensure the consistent use of well managed assessment, design and proposal development processes
• Promote a team approach and positive learning environment utilizing headquarters, country program and operations staff and partners to consistently enhance the quality of design and implementation

Key Partner & Donor Relations

• Develop IRC as a partner of choice for major local and international donors
• Develop and maintain a high level of understanding of donor priorities, country plans and planned funding initiatives
• Maintain and expand participation with key donors, host government, local stakeholders and relevant policy and coordinating bodies

Fundraising and Budget Management

• Ensure submission of appropriate, timely high quality proposals and lead required donor negotiations
• Monitor and identify appropriate sources for match fund requirements and coverage of funding gaps
• Provide timely and effective oversight of the financial position of the country program including identification and implementation of required changes to match funding levels
• Maintain effective and coordinated budget monitoring processes for grant funds and discretionary funds

Security & Operations Management

• In coordination with the Regional Security Advisor ensure that the security management plan for the country program is updated and ensure the consistent monitoring and analysis of the security environment and adherence by all staff to the IRC security protocols and procedures
• Working with country senior management team ensure the development, implementation and monitoring of financial and operational policy and procedures to ensure constant compliance with IRC and donor policies across the program
• Promote coordination and teamwork between program and operations staff to improve quality of proposal submissions and program delivery

Human Resource Management, Staff Development & Retention

• Develop a positive work environment for all staff supported by a professional level human resource management function
• Support and hold management staff accountable for providing staff development opportunities and planning

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in relevant field;
• At least ten years of international work experience covering both emergency and post-conflict development programming;
• Extensive program development and fund raising experience, prior experience with European, US and international donors;
• Strong human resource management skills including capacity building and mentoring;
• Experience supervising and managing a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting;
• Demonstrated success in managing projects;
• Previous budget and fiscal oversight responsibilities;
• A keen understanding of political complexities in the region, as they relate to post conflict recovery;
• Ability to work and live in a complex environment.

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.

How to Apply
Click here to apply online

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FilmAid International Outreach & Communication Director Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Outreach & Communication Director

About FilmAid: FilmAid is a development and humanitarian communications organization that harnesses the power and influence of film and media to combat critical social issues.

 FilmAid creates multimedia content designed to inform, inspire and empower, uses a strategic and integrated approach to distribution including broadcast, mobile cinema, workshops, community-based screenings and digital media and works with communities to catalyze dialogue and drive social change.

FilmAid designs and implements communications initiatives on critical health, rights and environmental issues.

FilmAid’s Theory-Of-Change is based on the integration of creativity, participation, access and collaboration, which drive individual and community change, contributing to positive social impact.

FilmAid launched in 1999 delivering critical information to refugees displaced by the conflict in Kosovo. Since then, programs have been implemented in Kenya, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Haiti, Thailand and the US. 

FilmAid currently has offices in London, New York and Hong Kong, and field operations in Kenya and Thailand. For more information please see www.filmaid.org.

Job Purpose: To promote, position and lead the execution of FilmAid’s theory of social change through strategic distribution of content using various formats; Video, Audio, Theatre and Digital media through community outreach, digital and mass media.

Key Duties

• Design, manage, and facilitate the implementation of an integrated content distribution strategy and promotion for social and behavioral change to identified communities
• Develop an implementation framework from existing grant objectives and indicators and lead Outreach teams to generate realistic work-plans to realize them.
• To ensure timely, quality and coordinated implementation of outreach activities and establish support mechanisms to assure quality content distribution
• Develop and enhance strong partnerships with community groups, leaders and other partners in the community and civil society for promotion of participation in social and behavioural changes supportive of programme goals.
• Ensure a community based approach and a participatory methodology in all outreach activities: all locations have relevant messaging committees in comprising relevant stakeholders including target communities.
• Work in collaboration with R&L and Creative & Content Teams to Organizes the research, development, pre-testing, and production of culturally relevant information, education and communication materials: Films, Audio, Digital (including videos, posters, booklets, pamphlets, brochures, etc.) in support of FilmAid’s dissemination strategy and program goals and objectives.
• In collaboration with R&L and Creative & Content Teams, oversee the development of facilitation guides for the films produced
• Develop training materials and activities to build capacity for participatory and behaviour change communication, social marketing skills and conduct facilitation skills training for the relevant teams.
• Work in collaboration with R&L teams in the development and review of field monitoring tools, implementation of planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning at the project/activity and program levels as well as in keeping accurate statistics for outreach activities
• Work in collaboration with R&L and Creative & Content Teams to conduct continuous in-depth research to inform both the initial design and subsequent creation and distribution of all content materials
• Work with the relevant staff in the preparation of project documents: strategy papers, annual operations plan, annual budgets, concept proposals, full proposals, progress reports, donor reports, etc.
• Work with Partnership Office to identify opportunities for generating resources and develop concept notes, project proposals and other relevant tools for resource development.
• Lead the design of staffing structure, supervision and management for Outreach teams and take a key role in recruitment including pro-actively determining job descriptions for relevant staff, sitting in interviews and post-interview processes.
• Close collaboration with the Field Managers to ensure the accurate planning, budgeting / management of program funds, implementation and monitoring of dissemination plans and ensure the compliance and the optimal appropriation of allocated program funds.
• Collect, collate and analyze data useful in documenting learning experiences from FilmAid’s dissemination strategy, which will be used in FilmAid’s information materials, discussion papers, training programs and publications.
• Represent the Institute and its programs with external program stakeholders including partners, beneficiaries and donors

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development or any other relevant social and behavioural science discipline
• Experience in communication for development (C4D) / Development Communication and / or social marketing or relevant discipline
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the development, planning and management of Communication for social change / social marketing / community communications with practical experience in developing community communication strategies, behaviour analysis and the adaptation and application of communication tools and mediums to specific programs
• Knowledge of inter-disciplinary approach in program development and implementation in program communication, social mobilization and behavioral change.
• Knowledge of and skills in program communication networking, advocacy and negotiation, Public Relations / Marketing and relationship maintenance skills
• Knowledge of training/facilitation and impact evaluation of communication intervention.
• Knowledge and experience in the methods of communication to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form and to listen to and acknowledges others' perspectives and views.
• Commensurate education and years of experience
• Experience running public awareness campaigns using community structures and mass media is desirable
• Experience working within an international, multi-lingual environment
• Commensurate education and years of experience
• Effective leadership, management and supervision
• Financial planning & management skills
• Highly developed communication skills and excellent command of English language, both written and spoken.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and action

How to apply:

Please e-mal applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references by 20th August 2014 to: jobskenya@filmaid.org

Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified

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Corporate Sales Executives Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Corporate Sales Executives

2 Positions

Location: Nairobi
 

Industry: Manufacturing
 

Our client, a leading oil dealer, car service, Tyre Centre and Parts sales Enterprise seeks to recruit Corporate Sales Executives to give the company the desired direction to realizing its full potential in the Kenyan market.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Researching and identifying sales opportunity, generating leads, target identification and classification
• Reaching out to new customers and making presentations or pitches outlining the benefits of product/ services.
• Understanding the client requirements and then customizing the product/ services as per their needs
• Maintaining relationship with all potential and existing clients
• Ensuring proper servicing and after sales support to clients
• Data reporting to management and gathering market intelligence

Qualification and Experience

• 5 years minimum experience working in a mechanic/ workshop.
• Individual must be between the age of 35-45 years old.
• Experience in computer data entry
• Minimum KCSE mean grade C plain
• CPR or First Aid certification preferred.
• A person with strong Marketing, Entrepreneurial and Management/ Supervisory skills is strongly encouraged to apply
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand client's needs and present solutions
• Understanding of market and product

To apply, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 4th August 2014. 

Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line. 

Candidates from both genders are strongly urged to apply.

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Murang'a County Water, Environment & Natural Resources Lady County Executive Member Job in Kenya

Murang'a County Government

County Executive Member
Water, Environment & Natural Resources

Reserved for Lady Applicants from Kenya's 47 Counties

Job Ref MN 6017

Murang’a County wishes to recruit a County Executive Member for Environment and Natural Resources.

The position has affirmatively been reserved for lady applicants only with a view to enhancing gender equity for senior positions at the county.
 

Job Profile

• Enhance conservation, rehabilitation and expansion of forests, rivers and other natural resources including drinking water and irrigation water.
• Educate residents on the benefits of environmental conservation.
• Co-ordinate with other County Members in the integration of environmental aspects and concerns across the county.

Person Profile

• Must have at least a bachelors or masters degree on environment or related disciplines.
• Must have at least four years relevant work experience on environment or relevant fields.

Applications
 

Email your application and detailed CV without attaching your copies of certificates as such copies will be requested from the candidates shortlisted for preliminary interviews, once all applicants are received.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

• Job Ref No
• Your Name
• Current / Past Salary: Year 2014 pm; Year 2013 pm
• Year 2014 Benefits: If house state market rent; if car state cc

eMail your application to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com so as to reach us by 12th August 2014

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Islamic Relief Somalia Midwives Job Careers (Mogadishu)

Vacancy: Midwives 

3 Positions (Open to Somali National only)

Reporting: Health Officer
 

Duty Station: Mogadishu
 

Line Management Responsibilities: None

Duration of Initial Contract: 4 months with possibility of extension.
 

Background: Islamic Relief Somalia (IRS) has been operating in Somalia since 2006 and has responded to conflict and drought affected people through provision of life saving assistance. 

Through our projects, IR has continuously been providing safe drinking water, improving hygienic sanitation facilities, increasing hygiene awareness, particularly to ones living in IDP camps; empowering the urban poor and distressed working children, engaging in conflict management and mitigation and strengthening of community cohesiveness and co-existence.

Main Duties & Responsibilities
 

The health care providers should demonstrate empathy and non-judgmental attitude when managing a woman with an abortion. 

In particular, it is important to try to address the psychological and emotional aspects of abortion. 

Special attention will need to be paid on post abortion counselling and family planning services.

• To prevent newborn problems by providing antenatal care:

1. Maternal tetanus immunisation
2. Malaria prevention (intermittent preventive treatment and insecticide treated bed nets)
3. Screening and treatment for Sexually Transmitted Infections
4. Understand screening for HIV and prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV with antiretroviral therapy
5. Understand screening and treatment for anaemia and hookworm
6. Micronutrient supplements in pregnancy (e.g. iron, folate, vitamin A)

• Teach women and families about danger signs in pregnancy, labour and delivery, postpartum and the newborn.
• Help women and families make birth plans
• Promote access to and use of skilled attendants for delivery care
• Use partographs to monitor labour and to identify women and babies who need prompt interventions to save lives
• Monitor foetal condition during labour by listening to the foetal heart rate and by observing the colour of the amniotic fluid, and act when there is a problem
• Promote child spacing

Qualification

• Degree of midwifery from a recognized university.
• Relevant further qualifications midwife training other relevant experience.
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure.
• Good command of English written and spoken   

Skills and Work Experience

• 3 Years  of Midwifery from recognized hospital experience
• ANC\PAN  consultation experience
• Ability to diagnose and proper treatments of suitable medication.

Sending Application: Interested applicants are requested to send their Application letters, CVs, Academic Qualifications and copy of your passports with 3 referees from your previous/or current employer to the email ID: hr.mogadishu@islamic-relief.or.ke  

With subject line as application for the position of MW_MG

Deadline: 5th Aug  2014.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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Islamic Relief Somalia Nurses Job Vacancies (Mogadishu)

Vacancy: Qualified Nurse 

3 Positions (Open to Somali National only)

Reporting: Health Officer

Duty Station: Mogadishu
 

Line Management Responsibilities: None
 

Duration of Initial Contract: 4 months with possibility of extension.

Background: Islamic Relief Somalia (IRS) has been operating in Somalia since 2006 and has responded to conflict and drought affected people through provision of life saving assistance. 

Through our projects, IR has continuously been providing safe drinking water, improving hygienic sanitation facilities, increasing hygiene awareness, particularly to ones living in IDP camps; empowering the urban poor and distressed working children, engaging in conflict management and mitigation and strengthening of community cohesiveness and co-existence.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care according to the prescription.
• Control vital signs such as Blood Pressure, Temperature, and Pulse and Respiratory rate. 
• Analyse the results and respond accordingly.
• Correctly fill in patient files; record vital signs; findings etc;
• Assess, follow up and evaluate the condition of all admitted patients, and inform the Supervisor/Consultant or Medical Doctor if any problem or deterioration in the patient's condition.
• Assist the medical doctor/consultant during the in-patient rounds.
• Assist the medical doctor/CO when interviewing and examining patients if need
• Give general health education to patient/caretakers if needed
• Inform the patients/caretakers about the treatment and medication given, and ensure that the message is understood.
• Ensure that the patient gets the medication prescribe 
• Collect drugs in the pharmacy, if necessary.
• Distribute the medications prescribed and confirm the following; right patient, right time, right dosage, right drug; right administration route and check the expiry date of the drug.
• Participate in planning and organizing the work.
• Apply dressing according to the prescription and to protocol
• In close collaboration with the other nurses ensure that the ward is never left unattended..

Qualification

• Degree in Nursing from a recognized university.
• Relevant further qualifications in medical training and other experience relevant,.
• High level of integrity and ability work  as provisional team
• English written and spoken is required.

Skills and Work Experience

• 3 years medical consultation from recognized hospital experience
• Language, English fluently,
• High level of computer literacy, Inc. use of spreadsheets.
• Ability to diagnose and proper treatments of suitable medication.

Sending Application: Interested applicants are requested to send their Application letters, CVs, Academic Qualifications and copy of your passports with 3 referees from your previous/or current employer to the email ID: hr.mogadishu@islamic-relief.or.ke  

With subject line as application for the position of Nurse_MG

Deadline: 5th Aug 2014.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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Islamic Relief Somalia Reproductive Medical Doctor Job Vacancy (Mogadishu)

Vacancy:  Reproductive Medical Doctor 

1 Position  (Open to Somali National only)

Reporting: Health Officer
 

Duty Station: Mogadishu
 

Line Management Responsibilities: None
 

Duration of Initial Contract: 4 months with possibility of extension.
 

Background: Islamic Relief Somalia (IRS) has been operating in Somalia since 2006 and has responded to conflict and drought affected people through provision of life saving assistance. 

Through our projects, IR has continuously been providing safe drinking water, improving hygienic sanitation facilities, increasing hygiene awareness, particularly to ones living in IDP camps; empowering the urban poor and distressed working children, engaging in conflict management and mitigation and strengthening of community cohesiveness and co-existence.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• To ensure quality of treatment and care in the mobile clinic supported by IRS medical 
• Provision of technical support/supervision and training to the medical and paramedical staff involved in medical care for people affected by the floods
• Performance of consultations for adults/children
• Conduct OPD consultations according to correct medical knowledge and IRs clinical guidelines. 
• You should be able to do quality consultation related to basic ANC patients (like prevention/treatment of anaemia, UTI etc).
• Ensuring the patient has proper understanding of the prescribed medication
• Educate patients on related health issues
• Rational prescribing of medication according to IRs guidelines and IRS essential drugs
• Conduct 2nd level consultations and be the focal point for treatment of chronic and complicated diseases
• Supervise and support consultations done by IRs nurse and manage the complicated cases, write referral to hospital for admission
• Organise with the pharmacist the medical (drugs, medical materials and equipments) and non-medical (stationary, furniture…) material needs of decentralisation team by requesting in time and monitoring the stocks with the dispenser.
• Ensure security and safety of staff at outreach sites.
• Assure proper daily data collection and reporting concerning mobile clinic activities.

Qualification

• Degree from a recognized university with surgical skills
• Relevant further qualifications in medical consultation Training,
• High level of integrity and ability to work as part of professional team
• Ability and willingness ta work under pressure
• Good command of English writing and spoken     

Skills and Work Experience

• 3 years  medical consultation from recognized hospital experience
• High level competence and honestly of the work
• Ability to diagnose and proper treatments of suitable medication

Sending Application: Interested applicants are requested to send their Application letters, CVs, Academic Qualifications and copy of your passports with 3 referees from your previous/or current employer to the email ID: hr.mogadishu@islamic-relief.or.ke  

With subject line as application for the position of MD_MG

Deadline: 5th Aug 2014.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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Islamic Relief Somalia Finance Officer Job Vacancy (Mogadishu)

Vacancy: Finance Officer 
 
Reporting to: Finance & Administration Manager
 

Duty Station: Mogadishu
 

Line Management of: Finance Assistant
 

Contract Duration: 12 months (extendable)

Background: Islamic Relief Somalia (IRS) has been operating in Somalia since 2006 and has responded to conflict and drought affected people through provision of life saving assistance. 

Through our projects, IR has continuously been providing safe drinking water, improving hygienic sanitation facilities, increasing hygiene awareness, particularly to ones living in IDP camps; empowering the urban poor and distressed working children, engaging in conflict management and mitigation and strengthening of community cohesiveness and co-existence.

Main Duties & Responsibilities
 

Financial Management

• Assist in the development and maintenance of adequate systems to facilitate accurate recording and reporting of all financial data
• Provide financial management support for projects

Reporting and Analysis

• Assist in the provision of financial reports in accurate and timely manner
• Analyse and circulate of budget verses actual on monthly basis and when required
• Prepare monthly funds report

Budgeting

• Assist in the development of project budgets

Banking and Cash Management

• Manage the reconciliation of bank accounts on monthly basis
• Prepare monthly funds transfer requests
• Monitor bank account balances and the transfer of funds between accounts and to field offices
• Liaise with bank(s) to ensure that branch bank mandates are current and up to date

Accounts payables

• Monitor accounts payables, and follow-ups with logistics and other relevant departments for timely processing of payments

Accounting

• Process payments on regular basis
• Prepare monthly accrual journals
• Undertake account reconciliations, including with various balance sheet accounts
• Investigate any unexpected items
• Assist with the audit of annual and project financial statements

Business Processes

• Maintain and update documentation on key business processes
• Suggest improvements to financial systems, and/or procedures to the Finance Manager as required
• Develop and Implement changes to systems or procedures on request

General duties

• Maintain orderly and comprehensive filing systems (both in paper and computerised forms)
• Assist with other financial or administrative tasks if required

Professional Qualification and Experience
 

Essentials

• Bachelor degree in accounting and finance (i.e. BS – Finance, BBA – Finance)
• Minimum two (02) years relevant experience
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Word and MS Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively, with a strong command of both spoken and written English
• Knowledge of using accounting software (i.e. Quickbooks)
• Familiar with ERP system (i.e. MS Dynamics AX)
• Ability to prioritise, use own initiative, take and implement decisions to achieve agreed objectives

Desirable

• Master degree in finance will be added advantage
• Professional certification will be preferred (i.e. ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
• Ability to absorb detail, and learn new skills and processes quickly
• Flexibility and good sense humor
• High degree of professional and personal integrity
• Ability to work long hours under pressure
• Team player
• Commitment to the vision, mission, values, principles, and aims of Islamic Relief Worldwide

Sending Application: Interested applicants are requested to send their Application letters, CVs, Academic Qualifications and copy of your passports with 3 referees from your previous/or current employer to the email ID: hr.mogadishu@islamic-relief.or.ke 

With subject line as application for the position of Finance Officer_Mogadishu

Deadline: 4th August 2014

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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