International Crew Liaison Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya

International Crew Liaison Manager required by Mombasa based Shipping Company.
 

Applicants should have a minimum of seven years’ experience within the travel / tourism industry with a demonstrable understanding of the European travel market.

Applicants should also be fluent in English and at least one other European language and have previous management experience. 

The successful applicant will be responsible for developing a business unit devoted to passenger and crew handling in the oil and gas, navy and cruise sectors. 

Working hours and salary will be dependent on experience and it is possible that the role could be undertaken on a part time or flexible hours basis also dependent on experience.

Applications should be sent to

Human Resource Manager
P.O Box number 85593-80100, 

Mombasa, Kenya

and should include a full CV, copies of academic and professional qualification

and a hand written covering letter of application.

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Concern Worldwide Finance Officer (Programme Support Unit) Job in Nairobi Kenya

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Applications are invited from qualified Kenyan nationals for the following position:

Job Title: Finance Officer – Programme Support Unit (PSU)
 

Duty Station: Based in Nairobi with Limited Travel to Field Locations
 

Contract Type: One Year Renewable
 

Job Summary: As the Finance Officer (PSU) s/he will primarily focus on ensuring all the fundamental accounting functions (bank, cash, authorisation controls) operate effectively in Nairobi and in compliance with Concern procedures. 

S/he will make sure that PSU accounts are completed timely with proper budget codes, correct amounts and correct allocation rates. 

S/he will release monthly recharges to other country programmes and update the headquarter office on the same.

S/he will monitor the bank balances; reconcile bank and cash accounts, balance sheet accounts including other countries holding accounts.

S/he will also conduct partner financial assessment, partner capacity building and monitoring of partner budgets & reports.

Person Specification:

• Accounting qualification, CPA III or equivalent
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in similar position
• Experience working with an INGO and in an emergency context is an added advantage
• Excellent computer skills, attention to details, a team player and able to work under pressure

A detailed ToR for this position may be obtained by sending an email to the following address: concern.kenyavacancies@concern.net

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should apply by sending a CV and a covering letter with the subject ‘FINANCE OFFICER – PROGRAMME SUPPORT UNIT (PSU)’ addressed to:- The Human Resource Manager, Concern Worldwide to the following email address: nairobi.hr@concern.net

Each application should include at least three referees who can validate technical expertise. 

Telephone contacts must be submitted with the application.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 7th December, 2014.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Concern’s Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Code of Conduct have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants, especially beneficiaries, from abuse and exploitation

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer

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Africa Harvest Accountant Job in Kenya

Africa Harvest Biotech Foundation International (AHBFI or Africa Harvest) is an International Agricultural Technology Development and Dissemination Foundation incorporated in the United States of America as a non-profit organization. 

It has its headquarters in Kenya and operational regional offices in Johannesburg, South Africa, Toronto Canada and Washington D.C in the U.S.A. 

The vision of Africa Harvest is ‘to be a lead contributor in making Africa free of hunger, poverty and malnutrition’ while the mission is ‘to apply innovative approaches to impact rural communities through sustainable agricultural development’.

The Foundation seeks to empower rural communities in Africa by providing appropriate technologies to boost their food production and income.

Africa Harvest is seeking motivated individuals to fill the following position:-

Accountant

Department: Finance and Business Development   

Report To: Finance Manager 

Purpose: Facilitate payments, book keeping for entrepreneurial ventures and support the Finance Manager in day to day accounting work.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare the payment vouchers;
• Write cheques for payments to suppliers;
• Post cheques on the accounting system;
• Reconcile creditor’s statements before payment;
• Monitor bills payments to ensure  they  are paid on time;
• Oversee filing and retrieving of documents for the finance department;
• Support in preparation of institutional audit schedules;
• Carry out book keeping for entrepreneurial ventures;
• Maintain Kenya shilling and dollar petty cash account ; and
• Prepare and ensure submission of statutory payments to relevant bodies.
• Preparation of donor reports

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business or related field

Professional Qualifications

• CPA – K / ACCA

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years experience relevant experience.

Key Competences

• Good communication and Interpersonal skills,
• Integrity
• Analytical skills
• Proactive and self driven
• Ability to work in a team

How to Apply

All applications should be sent with current CV, cover letter explaining your suitability for the job, salary and benefits expectations and three names of your referees.

Only electronic applications should be submitted by Thursday, 11 December, 2014 to:

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Africa Harvest
Village Market, Nairobi, Kenya.

E mail: jobs@africaharvest.org

Only short listed candidates meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.

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Africa Harvest Finance, Administration & Human Resources Manager Job in Kenya

Africa Harvest Biotech Foundation International (AHBFI or Africa Harvest) is an International Agricultural Technology Development and Dissemination Foundation incorporated in the United States of America as a non-profit organization. 

It has its headquarters in Kenya and operational regional offices in Johannesburg, South Africa, Toronto Canada and Washington D.C in the U.S.A. 

The vision of Africa Harvest is ‘to be a lead contributor in making Africa free of hunger, poverty and malnutrition’ while the mission is ‘to apply innovative approaches to impact rural communities through sustainable agricultural development’.

The Foundation seeks to empower rural communities in Africa by providing appropriate technologies to boost their food production and income.

Africa Harvest is seeking motivated individuals to fill the following position:-

Finance, Administration & Human Resources Manager

Department: Finance and Business Development

Report To: Chief Executive Officer

Supervision

• Administrative Officer
• Procurement Officer
• Accountant

Purpose: Oversee financial accounting, human resources management, general office administration and ensure compliance with statutory requirements in all countries where Africa Harvest operates.

Finance Management Functions:

• Prepare regular quarterly and annual financial and management reports;
• Generate donor financial reports;
• Prepare audit files and coordinate the audit process for the organization;
• Collate and compile data for local and international legal and tax requirements;
• Guide Program Directors and others staff in the preparation of the annual Budget;
• Prepare  and compile project budgets;
• Review payment vouchers and supporting documents to ensure transactions are valid;
• Post payment vouchers to electronic accounting system on a daily basis;
• Prepare cash flow projections and bank reconciliation statements on a monthly basis;
• Prepare the payroll on a monthly basis;
• Prepare Consultancy Contracts, MOUs and Partnership Agreements;
• Submit all statutory payment of statutory deductions on time;
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures;
• Authorize petty cash use up to a defined limit; and
• Supervise and train staff in the Finance section.
• Develop, document, implement, test, and maintain a comprehensive internal audit plan and system of internal controls to help provide assurance that applicable laws, regulations, and Foundation policies and procedures are complied with judiciously;
• Examine financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with institutional policies and applicable laws and regulations;
• Evaluate financial and operational procedures to assure adequate internal controls are present;
• Work with the CEO and Senior Management to identify key business risks, assess those risks, and establish risk management procedures and practices based on best practices;
• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of the tax returns;
• Prepare necessary reports for the Board of Directors

Human Resources Management and Admin  Functions

• Develop  human resources management strategies, policies and procedures to enable AHBFI attract, develop and retain a qualified and motivated workforce to achieve its objectives;
• Communicate the roll out of HR policies and procedures to all staff;
• Develop and implement a performance management system and competitive remuneration and reward schemes;
• Monitor and mitigate against risks with regards to employment conditions and conformity with the prevailing labour markets where AHBFI has a presence;
• Organize and facilitate training and other staff development programs for AHBFI staff;
• Conduct HR audits on a regular basis to ensure optimal staffing levels and that effective human resource development activities are taking place;
• Handle staff welfare, grievances and disciplinary matters to ensure cordial relations are maintained at all times;
• Update HR, administration and procurement standard operating procedures through continuous documentation of relevant standard operating procedures;
• Carry out staff recruitment within team wok
• Manage both physical and computerized HR, procurement and administration records ;
• Advise CEO & Senior management on all emerginging HR, procurement and administration issues.
• Liaise with all programmes to ensure their staff, supplies and logistics needs are met; and
• Advise management and Board on all HR, procurement and administration issues

Academic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources management or related field
• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or Finance, Business or related field

Professional Qualifications

• CPA (K) or ACCA and Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management

Experience:

• Over 5 years relevant experience of which 3 should be in a senior role

Key Competences

• Leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Analytical
• Integrity
• Dependable to complete tasks without supervision
• Leadership and management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

How to Apply

All applications should be sent with current CV, cover letter explaining your suitability for the job, salary and benefits expectations and three names of your referees.

Only electronic applications should be submitted by Thursday, 11 December, 2014 to:

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Africa Harvest
Village Market, Nairobi, Kenya.

E mail: jobs@africaharvest.org

Only short listed candidates meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.

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Jhpiego PMTCT Technical Director Job in Juba, South Sudan

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is recruiting for a USAID health service delivery program in Juba, South Sudan. 

Operating in the stable Central and Western Equatoria States of South Sudan, this program aims to improve coverage and quality of PMTCT services, in line with the newly issued 2013 WHO guidelines and the South Sudan national guidelines for the provision of antiretroviral therapy, emphasizing use of PMTCT option B+.

PMTCT Technical Director
 

Reporting to the Chief of Party, the PMTCT Technical Director will provide technical and program oversight and direction in PMTCT to a 5-year USAID-funded, primary health care for HIV services project in South Sudan.

Responsibilities of the PMTCT Technical Director include providing leadership and technical guidance in the development and implementation of relevant activities under the leadership of the Chief of Party and Jhpiego Technical Directors and utilizing and contributing to cross-cutting approaches, such as equity, quality and a gender sensitive approach. 

This position will ensure the technical and methodological soundness of activities and, in
collaboration with the project team and donor, support the design of service delivery strategies, based on sound and current scientific evidence.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight, strategic direction and ensure appropriate support for the implementation of PMTCT program activities
• Develop and/or review evidence-based clinical training materials, job aids, and curricula, supervisory systems and other training materials needed for implementation of PMTCT activities
• Guide the integration of HIV services within the integrated package of primary health care services in South Sudan
• Provide assistance, mentoring and capacity building in:

1. improving continuity of care and follow-up for HIV-positive mothers and infants;
2. ensuring the quality of rapid HIV testing and routine, confidential CT capacity;
3. strengthening the relationships between the community and the health facilities;
4. integrating couples counseling within PMTCT services;

• Oversee the development of ANC as the main entry point for all PMTCT services and other RH activities
• Coordinate assessments, site strengthening, follow-up and supervision, advocacy, demand creation, policy support, capacity-building and M&E across program sites as required by program activities
• Actively participate in all Technical Advisory Group Meetings, and represent Jhpiego in professional forums by participating and presenting in pertinent meetings and conferences, as well as technical working groups
• Formulate and test sustainable solutions to training, service delivery gaps, utilizing cross-cutting approaches such as performance and quality improvement and in-service training/pre-service education
• Guide MOH, professional associations, other national stakeholders in the revision/development of evidenced-based standards for competency in PMTCT
• Mobilize international level clinical/technical expertise to resolve clinical issues that shape or effect local public policy or program design.
• Provide technical leadership to the development the project strategic plan, work plan, and program monitoring, in close collaboration with MOH, USAID, other stakeholders

Qualifications:

• A clinical degree with at least 7 years’ experience specific to PMTCT
• At least 5 years’ experience contributing technical leadership to projects of at least $5 million per year value, preferably in South Sudan or the East Africa region
• Demonstrated skills in at least two or more of the following technical areas: strengthening service delivery programs, training, pre-service education, performance and quality improvement, monitoring and evaluation
• Experience with a mix of practical technical skills in PMTCT necessary for service delivery at the regional, national, clinical and community-level
• Ability to liaise with senior MOH officials and dignitaries, executives of NGOs, FBOs, CBOs, the for-profit business community, and senior members of the donor community
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of South Sudan’s healthcare system, particularly the public health system; experience living and working in South Sudan preferred
• Strong oral, written communication and presentations skills in English; Strong skills in word processing and Excel spread sheets
• Familiarity with USAID and PEPFAR administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems
• Proven track record managing a project team composed of several technical experts and fostering team work
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

For more information and to apply to this program slated to begin in February 2015, please visit: www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com

South Sudanese applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

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Catholic Diocese of Lodwar Veterinary Officer and Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Jobs in Kenya

Catholic Diocese of Lodwar in pursuit of its vision; “ A family of Christians deeply committed to a holistic transformation in Jesus Christ who wants all to have life to the full”, has been a strong partner with Trocaire an Irish NGO for over 15 years and together have implemented a number of humanitarian, emergency and recovery programmes, as well as justice and peace in Turkana. 

Diocese of Lodwar(DOL) – ASAL Resilient Programme (ARP) Loima Project is a DFID Trocaire funded project for three years, an intervention focusing on building livelihoods’ resilience among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities in Kalemunyang and Turkwell in Turkwell Division and Lokiriama, Lorengippi and Namoruputh in Loima Division (Loima District). 

Diocese of Lodwar seeks applications from qualified persons to fill the following positions:-

Job Title: Veterinary Officer

Lodwar based with travel throughout Turkana County.
 

The Role Purpose: Reporting to Project Coordinator, the successful candidate will lead the livestock health component of the project. This will include the coordination and overall supervision of disease surveillance, vaccinations, operation of mobile health teams and agro-vet units.

Qualifications

• BSc in Veterinary or its equivalent.
• Must be registered with Kenya Veterinary Board. 
• Fluent written and spoken English, Kiswahili and knowledge of Ng’aturkana would be an added advantage. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Dynamic and willing to take initiative.

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Lodwar based with travel throughout Turkana County.

The Role Purpose: Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the successful candidate will be Monitoring and evaluating project activities for measurement of results and appropriate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Project Management and Development Studies. 
• At least 2 years relevant professional M&E experience and experience of working closely and in participation with local communities in the development and implementation of M&E systems. 
• Understanding of donor expectations and trends for M&E. Experience producing timely, detailed, accurate and informative reports to meet organisational and donor requirements. 
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring, and other formal and non-formal methods. 
• Participate actively in team and programme meetings.

Interested candidates meeting the above qualifications are required to submit a covering letter quoting Job title and Project Title with their updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates, testimonials and email address/contacts of three referees and day time telephone. 

Address the Application to: 

Human Resource Officer, Diocese of Lodwar, 

P.O. Box 101 – 30500, Lodwar 

Or Email: recruitment@dol.or.ke. 

The application should reach Diocese of Lodwar Office on or before 11th December, 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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KCB Business Development Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

KCB is renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives and increase shareholder value. 

To this end the following challenging positions have arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

Vacancy: Business Development Manager - Nairobi
 

Department: Trade Finance
 

Location: Kenya
 

Job Ref: CORP 24/2014
 

The Position: Reporting to the Senior Manager, Trade Finance, The BDM will be responsible for the growth of the Trade Finance Business in Nairobi regions. 

The holder of the role will be responsible for the growth of Trade Finance business both for Corporate and Retail clients whilst sustaining the bank’s market share on international business.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketing the Group’s Trade Finance products and services.
• Building and maintaining strong trade customer relationships through excellent customer service in order to achieve customer loyalty and maximize share of wallet.
• Maximization of utilization of the trade finance facilities availed to Clients in assigned portfolio, in partnership with Corporate Relationship Managers and Retail SME/Business Bankers.
• Trade Finance deal origination, structuring and placement.
• Providing expert advice to our Clients, Relationship Teams and the Regional businesses on trade finance products and transactions.
• Creation and development of business opportunities through market intelligence, participation in trade forums/conferences and other channels.
• Trade finance product and process innovation in consultation with the Senior Manager, Trade Finance.
• Trade Finance product training for KCB local and international business teams through branch visits, participation in regional workshops and joint customer calls, among other avenues.
• Providing technical support to Shared Services (Trade Operations) Team

The Person

For the above position, the successful applicants should have:

• A University degree preferably in a Business related discipline. Possession of a postgraduate degree or professional qualification in a related field is desirable but not essential.
• 3 years management experience in Banking with extensive exposure to Trade Finance and Relationship Management.
• Experience in development and marketing of Trade Finance products.
• Experience in managing relationships that have significant Trade Finance exposure.
• Understanding of Trade Finance Operations.
• French or other foreign language skills will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work well with minimum supervision
• Ability to deliver excellent results under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Persuasive oral and written communication skills
• Marketing and negotiation skills
• Commercial awareness
• Good leadership and planning skills
• Credit Skills

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke

To be considered your application must be received by Dec. 12, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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KCB Bancassurance Direct Sales Representatives Jobs in Kenya

KCB is renowned for its diversity and growth in the Region is currently strengthening its support for group operations and business with the aim of maintaining Best Practice whilst also responding to the growing Business needs to support internal and external Customer Service delivery objectives and increase shareholder value. 

To this end the following challenging positions have arisen and candidates with the requisite competencies and qualifications described below are hereby encouraged to apply.

Vacancy: Bancassurance Direct Sales Representative (BSR)
 

Department: Bancassurance
 

Location: Kenya
 

Job Ref: RB 73/2014

The Position: Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Sales representative will be responsible for insurance business growth and development to generate revenues to support the Bancassurance growth strategy. This is a one year renewable performance based Contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer oversight of day to day Insurance operations in the branch level which entails cross-selling insurance products, consumer awareness/ customers’ sensitization initiatives, processing insurance transactions within defined terms and conditions, supporting clients with claims advise and documentation.
• Work closely with the branch management team to ensure the branch meets the set targets on insurance business.
• Provide advisory services to credit department/ branch on relevant insurance policies for businesses/ clients accessing credit facilities from the branch.
• Work closely with Branch Manager and Credit team and design strategies to leverage the existing clientele and expand the wallet share by selling insurance products hence deepening relationships and driving revenue growth.
• Identify and leverage potential business opportunities and marketing initiatives at the branch/region and seek necessary support from the Regional or Marketing Heads to actualize these into revenues.
• Ensuring premium is collected as per the laid down procedures on all claims being reported to the claims department.
• Provide technical guidance and claims management support to clients and Branches.
• Ensure timely submission of claim documents and other requisite documents to Claims department.
• Ensure clients whose claims are being processed are kept abreast on progress of their claims.
• Participate in regional meetings and offer valuable ideas contributing towards the growth of business.

The Person

• A university degree in a business related course.
• Professional Qualification in CII or IIK Diploma will be an added advantage.
• Must have a minimum Mean grade of C Plus in K.C.S.E with a C Plus in Mathematics and English.
• Age 26 years and below.
• Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Good planning and organization skills with the ability to deliver effectively under strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication, presentation and customer service skills.
• Excellent data management skills and proficiency in the use of MS Office software applications
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Co-operative, assertive and able to work independently and offer effective solutions.
• Ability to develop working relationships with a wide range of internal and external partners.
• Good knowledge of general insurance products and working knowledge of life insurance.
• Responsible, reliable, has leadership skills and business acumen to spot opportunities readily.
• A creative, proactive, passionate and innovative individual with a passion for excellent results.
• Results oriented and self-driven with a proven performance track record.

The above position is a demanding role and the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate. 

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please complete the Direct Sales Representative application form and email the completed application form to sales@kcb.co.ke.

To be considered your application must be received by Dec. 12, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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KCB Direct Sales Representatives Jobs in Kenya

Background: Action Africa Help International (AAH-I) is an International non-governmental organization that support livelihood challenged communities in Africa to sustainably improve their well-being and standard of living.
 

With country Programmes in Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Uganda and Zambia, AAH-I has over 20 years’ experience working with communities in conflict and post conflict situation, including refugees, internally displaced people and Host communities.
 

AAH-I is an implementing partner for UNHCR in South Sudan and is responsible for Fleet, warehouse and Workshop management. It also supports UNHCR in construction activities. 

Within the UNHCR funded programme, AAH South Sudan seeks to recruit qualified and competent Logistics & Warehouse Manager for Unity State.
 

Position: Logistics & Warehouse Manager 

Number of post: 01

Location: Yida with frequent travels to Jam Jang (Unity State)
 

Job Summary: To provide oversight and guidance in planning, implementation, reporting and monitoring of Logistics operations in Unity State. 

The position is also responsible for developing and implementing capacity building interventions within the operation; to ensure cordial and trustful relations with Partners are maintained through effective participation in Coordination meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Operation Management: Implement and monitor successfully Logistics and warehouse management activities (Staffs, Assets, Facilities, Storage,Reporting).
• Administration: Operate in accordance with national labour laws, AAH-I staff and administrative rules and regulations.
• Staff Management: Set-up and organize the Logistics and Warehouse staffs with clearly defined roles, responsibilities and objectives.
• Reporting : Produce monthly monitoring reports to UNHCR and AAH-I
• Representation: Being a representative of the project in all Logistics and Warehousing management aspects toward clients.

Specific roles/duties:

• Read and understand AAH-I standards on Logistics and warehouse management guideline/tools and systems;
• Plan, organize, monitor, and control all activities pertaining to proper Logistics and warehouse management;
• Manage client’s assets and storages through management systems (FMS/WMS/TMS) and set an efficient system to control, monitor and report on a regular basis.
• Take appropriate actions to improve performance in accordance with expected results and available means.
• Mobilize external support and expertise if required.
• Provide client and management advises and solutions to improve the performance of the sectors and contribute to the achievement of goals.
• Keep up-dated the clients assets and storage inventory.
• Liaising with the Area Coordinator on all matters relating to running the operations.
• Participate in the periodic management meetings

Management and coordination tasks:

• Establish permanent working relations/coordination with clients.
• Participate in project management meetings,
• Establish project reporting and information system to collect relevant informations in time.
• Produce analyses, documents, and reports upon request of management or clients.
• Inform immediately management of any fact that can have serious impact on the organization or the operation.

Staff Management (In Coordination with Area Coordinator):

• Give basic training to staff under your supervision:
• Appraise and train (Capacity building) staff within the Section;
• Design activity organisational chart (lean management)/ provide job description and objectives for key staff;
• Identify staff to be recruited (in consultation with Area Coordinator);
• Staff assessment (minimum once a year).

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely information and operational reporting provided to AAH-I & UNHCR
• Adequate number of well trained drivers and warehouse staff are recruited to meet operational needs
• Fleet management is efficient and responsive to the operational needs
• Sufficient fleet of trucks and buses are available at least most of the time.
• Refugees are facilitated and assisted to their destination
• Warehouse utilized -more than 90% of warehouse space is utilized
• Efficient stock management to meet AAH-I & UNHCR requirements.
• Warehouses are secured from vandalism and thefts

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in logistics and supply related courses with a focus on a relevant field
• 5-7 years’ professional experience, with at least 5 years’ professional experience in a comparable position
• Working experience in similar projects is of added advantage

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Demonstrated management skills.
• Supervisory and mentoring skills.
• Writing skills (Reports and proposals)
• Experience in managing complex project activities
• Ability to capacity build, coach, mentor and develop others
• Commitment to and understanding of AAH-I’s values
• Negotiation skills to manage diplomatic and political situations

AAH-I is an equal opportunity employer. 

Application letters, Resumes ;( indicating day telephone number and functional email addresses) and photocopies of documents should be addressed to the HR and or sent to; emmanuel.lugala@actionafricahelp.org copying jlowuro@actionafricahelp.org

The closing date for submission of the applications shall be the 19th May, 2014 at 4:30 pm. 

Due to the urgency of the positions; applications will be reviewed as received and only those selected for the interviews will be contacted

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HELB Call for Applications for Postgraduate Scholarships Financial Year: 2014-2015

Application for Postgraduate Scholarships Financial Year: 2014-2015

The Higher Education Loans Board invites applications for the 2014-2015 Postgraduate partial Scholarships from the Kenyan students enrolled for Masters and PhD programs in local Public or Private Universities recognized by the Commission for University Education [CUE].

The value of the scholarship award is KES 200,000 and KES 450,000 for Masters and PhD programs respectively, tenable for two years in respect of the Masters Program and three years for the PHD.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Letter of Admission into a full or part time program in a local public or recognized private university.
2. Minimum of Second Class Upper Division.
3. Reporting for 1st year of study in 2014/2015
4. Preference will be given to applicants undertaking Science, Technology and Engineering courses which will directly contribute to the national developmental goals aligned to the Vision 2030.
5. If helb loan beneficiary, the applicant should be repaying their loan.

How to Apply:
 

1. Applicant should register, access, fill and print the 2014-2015 Postgraduate Scholarship Application Form [PGSAF] from our website www.helb.co.ke.
 

2. Print two copies of the PGSAF.
 

3. Have the PGSAF form appropriately filled, signed and stamped by the relevant authorities and all the necessary documents attached as indicated on the checklist.
 

4. Submit one copy of the PGSAF duly filled, signed and stamped and the relevant certified copies of transcripts and certificates attached, to the HELB, Anniversary Towers, 18th Floor on or before the deadline of December 31st, 2014.

5. Retain one copy of the duly filled [PGSAF].

Please ensure that you read and understand the instructions provided on the website before you commence the application process.

For further information contact:

Chief Executive Officer/Board Secretary
Higher Education Loans Board

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Hotel Receptionist Job in Kenya - Kitui Cottages and Guest House

We are looking for a Receptionist who is well knowledgeable with the standard operating procedures for guest relations. 

Some key responsibilities include:

• Deliver excellent customer service, at all times
• Assist in keeping the hotel reception area clean and tidy, at all times
• Deal with all enquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person, on the telephone or via e-mail
• Administer all reservations, cancellations and no-shows, in line with company policy
• Keep up to date with current promotions and hotel pricing, to provide information to guests, on request, while maximizing bedroom sales opportunities
• Fulfill all reasonable requests from guests to ensure their comfort, satisfaction and safety
• Report any maintenance issues immediately to line manager, including all furniture, fittings and equipment
• Provide reports, as required, for housekeepers and management
• Be responsible for evacuation, in cases of emergency, acting as first point of contact for guests and the emergency services

Key Attributes

• Able to remain calm under pressure and problem solve accordingly.
• Be able to communicate as clearly and concisely as possible, whether face to face, over the phone or via email.
• Must be smart and have a presentable personality.
• Friendly & with outstanding people skills.
• Demonstrate merit and ability in their work performance and results

Qualifications

• Diploma in front office/customer service
• 2 years working experience in the same capacity
• Must have excellent computer skills especially Ms excel, Ms word, point of sale Email and
• Typing skills

Salary: Negotiable

If qualified, kindly send your CV and a recent photo to info@kituicottages.com clearly indicating ‘Receptionist Job’ on the subject line by 15th December, 2014. 

Do not attach any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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