Solidarités International Reporting / Communications Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Reporting / Communications Officer 

1 Position
 

Reference Position (according to Solidarités’ scale): Officer
 

Country and base of assignment: Kenya / Nairobi

Desired start date: 01/02/2015
 

Duration of financing for post: 1 year
 

Source of financing for post: ECHO/EU/OFDA/UNICEF
 

Duration of the mission: 1 year
 

Status / allowances and salaries: As per salary grid
 

Place of work: Nairobi duty station with frequent field visits to Kenya and Somalia (minimum 50%)
 

2. Objectives:
 

2.1 Context of the position: Solidarites International joint Kenya / Somalia mission was opened started in march 2007. SI has been directly implementing programs mainly in South and Central Somalia. In 2014 mission includes operations in one region in Kenya (Marsabit) and 3 regions in Somalia (Gedo, Lower Juba and Galgaduud).
 

This is a new position created to improve the quality of reporting and proposal writing and therefore alleviate the work load of technical coordinators. It will also help improving in house capacity building and training on reporting and proposal writing issues as well as developing the mission’s communication strategy.
 

The Reporting/ Communication Officer will be under the supervision of the Deputy Country Director for Programs and will work closely with the field teams – Field Coordinators, Programme Managers – and with the coordination programme team – WASH and Food Security/Livelihoods Coordinators. 

He/she will work with the Head of Mission on developing the communication strategy and drafting the Mission annual strategy.

 He/She will work with HoM on training plan for field bases.

2.2 Specific objectives

1. The Reporting / Communications Officer (RCO)’s primary role is to produce and synthesize high quality reports and proposals, in close coordination with the CD, DCD programs, program coordinators, field management teams of Somalia mission and the Desk program manager.
2. The Reporting/Communication Officer (RCO) will be involved in monitoring on-going projects in cooperation with M&E assistant. He/She will be also involved in cross-checking data collected in assessment reports and triangulating information used to design proposals.
3. The RCO will be involved in designing a communications strategy for an internal and external audience, in addition to communicating the mission’s successes and stories internally and externally.
4. The RCO will be responsible for training senior colleagues in Nairobi and the field in i) consolidating reports between units and preparing them in a more conducive manner for the targeted audience, ii) identifying communications opportunities and improving the quality of photos, videos, community engagement for reflecting the needs and responses in the communities.
5. The Reporting/ Communications Officer (RCO) will be in charge of training program managers and field coordinators in drafting donor-based reports and consolidating relevant information, depending on the audience and the type of reports.

3. Profile Sought:
 

Education:

• Master’s degree preferably in social sciences, international relations and/or development or other relevant discipline

Experience:

• At least 1 year of related work experience, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) at headquarter or on the field in Programme departments;
• Experience in working in Somalia, preferably being based inside of the country and working with international NGO
• Successful experience in reporting and contributing to proposal writing;
• Experience in direct implementation of programs in Somalia and establishing relationship with communities will be an asset
• Experience in training and capacity building;
• Experience in designing communication strategies and preparing communication materials
• Skills and/or experience in reporting on WASH and Food Security/ Livelihood activities are an asset.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of donors’ reporting guidelines (ECHO – OFDA);
• Good knowledge of the Project Cycle Management;
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to work independently & productively in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent writing skills in English,
• Ability to synthetize information;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills: ability to effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment;
• Good computer skills : MS products (WORD, EXCEL, Power Point, Publisher), Internet

Languages:

• English: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• French: Fluent with excellent writing capacities
• Somali: Fluent with excellent writing capacities

Other desirable qualities:

• Flexible work attitude and proactive
• Creativity and energy to implement new approaches
• Ability to work productively in a team environment;
• Strong capacity to work with initiative and without close supervision;
• Ability to work independently, set priorities and meet deadlines;
• Fast learner, multitasking;
• Ability to deal with heavy workload and constantly reassess priorities.

4. Context of the Post :
 

Brief overview of SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL work in the country: Solidarites International has been operational in Somalia since 2007. SI main areas of intervention are WASH and Food Security. In Kenya, SOLIDARITES has field base in North Horr. Resilience and WASH project are implemented in Marsabit county, with funding from EU and DFID. 

In Somalia, SOLIDARITES has field bases in two regions: Gedo with offices in Mandera (on Kenyan side), Luuq and Elwaq and in Galgaduud with offices in Adaado and Abudwak. Projects are focusing on WASH and food security. SI secured funding form ECHO, OFDA, CHF and UNICEF. At the time of the writing of this job description SI is also considering opening activities in other locations.
 

How the mission is organised:
 

The coordination is based in Nairobi. The Field Team dedicated to Somalia Programs is based in Dadaab and Mandera in Kenya, close to the Somalia Border. Kenyan field office is in North Horr.

Insecurity in Somalia does of course affect our presence on the ground. This situation has deteriorated lastly, affecting all humanitarian activities of all humanitarian actors, and incurring real difficulty of access.

The Kenya/ Somalia mission does not follow a classic set up. There are two different missions followed by the same coordination team. Kenya and Somalia contexts are different. External actors (INGOs, LNGOs, donors, authorities, forums, etc.) are completely separated for Kenya and Somalia missions: it therefore multiplies the workload of the coordination team.

Specific context of the area in which the expatriate will be working
 

Main Working Location: Nairobi with 50% travel to Somalia/Kenya field bases. Nairobi is a relatively safe city, although precautions must be taken. Main risks are from vehicle accidents, mugging, and vehicle hijackings.
 

Current Field Visit locations and their security context:
 

a) Dadaab/Dhobley: Operational base for Lower Juba. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
 

b) Adaado: Operational base for Galgaduud. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
 

c) Mandera/Dollow: Operational base for Gedo. Significant security issues. Very few extra professional activities possible. Several other NGOs present. Curfew at night. Base is basic.
 

d) Other locations inside Somalia, where travel might be needed (i.e. Galckayo, Mogadishu, Dollow, Luuq, Elwak, Abudwaq, Kismayo, Garowe)
 

How to Apply:
 

Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org. 

Please indicate the job title in the email subject line. 

Deadline for applications: 05th January 2015. 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
 

Solidarités International is an equal opportunities employer

Read More

Buy Rent Kenya Marketing and Communications Intern Job Vacancy

Vacancy: Marketing and Communications Intern

Buyrentkenya is currently seeking an intern to work with our Marketing department. The Marketing and Communications internship will receive valuable hands on Marketing & Communications experience in a fast paced start-up environment. 

With this full time position the intern will be reporting directly to the line manager and on occasion to the founder of the company.

 The company creates a platform for buyers and sellers of property in Kenya to connect. As Kenya’s 12th most popular website, our website is a rapidly growing property portal that reaches over 160,000 monthly unique visitors.

This is a paid internship for recent graduates with a Marketing and/or Communications related background.
 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the creation of email campaigns, blog posts and other related online promotions
• Website updates and maintenance
• Tech support
• Assist in the company's marketing campaigns and branding
• Assist in the execution of the company's events
• Assist in any other company related capacity

Qualifications:

• Recent University graduate students and/or young professionals with 1 year marketing related experience.
• Related internship experience and/or academic concentrations in Communications or Marketing
• Experience with an array of social media platforms, including but not limited to Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and Pinterest.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Keen interest in Marketing or Communications
• High level of attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize demands and meet deadlines
• Ability to thrive and be highly effective in a fast-paced and fluid environment. (We're a start-up, come up with an approach to solve the challenge rather than just state it.)
• Overall eagerness and enthusiasm
• Creative/ strategic thinker
• A commitment of 40 hours per week

Bonus Points

• Real Estate industry knowledge/experience
• Online marketing experience
• Energetic, ambitious, and have a go-getter attitude

Perks and Compensation

• Monthly stipend provided
• Real life work-experience
• Possibility of future, full-time or part-time employment
• Gain knowledge of real estate industry
• Gain knowledge in online marketing, as well as traditional marketing and our own back office software
• Fun, high-energy work environment
• Awesome co-workers

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and CV to careers@buyrentkenya.com before 23, January, 2014.

Read More

Boma Safi Limited Hub Attendants Jobs in Kenya

Vacancies: Hub Attendants 

6 Positions

Boma Safi Limited is a Social Enterprise engaged in the distribution of life improving and poverty solving goods to Bottom of Pyramid (BoP) consumers in rural and peri urban markets. Boma Safi reaches these markets through engagement with Points of Sale who are typically entrepreneurs, SACCOs, women organizations and faith groups. 

To create a competitive environment in which we are better able to serve our clients, Boma Safi wishes to recruit self driven Hubs Attendants to assist in the operations of the organisation as it expands. 

Boma Safi is opening hubs and mini hubs in different regions, which seeks to improve on the current distribution system which relies on delivery logistics whereby products are supplied across the country from the central hub. 

The Hub attendants will be responsible for day to day management of the Hub working in liaison with Operations Coordinator and regional marketing teams. 
 

Boma Safi wishes to recruit Hub Attendants to be based in Mombasa (1 post), Eldoret (1 post), Kakamega (1 post), Thika (1 post), Nakuru (1 post), and Nanyuki / Embu (1 post).  

Key Duties for the Position:  

Reporting to the Regional Marketing Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparation and sharing of daily and weekly sales reports
• Stock taking and inventory management for the Hub
• Attending to walk in customers
• In charge of Hub display arrangement
• Coordinate transport and delivery systems
• Handle customer complaints
• Ensure all company assets are safe and well cared for
• Ensure that the hub is clean and well organized at all times
• Ensure maximum efficiency among the team assigned to the Hub

Qualifications / Skills:

• Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent
• Basic IT skills / Excellent Computer Skills
• Excellent reporting and organizational skills
• Experience in selling products / attending to a shop
• Ability to communicate in English and Kiswahili
• A self starter
• Age: 25 years and above
• Ready to work in a start-up company
• Can work effectively with minimum supervision

Package: The starting salary of Hub Attendants will be a gross of Kshs 15,000.  

If you possess the above skills, abilities and marketing drive, we are happy to engage with you. 

Please provide us with your resume and a letter of motivation, stating your availability and provide a functional phone contact. 

You must clearly indicate on the subject line which town/region you are interested in. 

All applications should be emailed to info@bomasafi.co.ke to be received on or before COB 4th January 2015.

Read More

Nyali Children's Hospital Graduate Management Trainees Jobs in Mombasa Kenya

The Nyali Children's Hospital is located in Mombasa North Mainland with branches in Likoni and Mikindani. 

The hospital has a vacancy for:

Graduate Management Trainees

Aged above 25 years and from recognized universities to be redeployed in Front Office Management that combines Customer Care, Finance and Administration and Human Resource. 

Only those who scored A or B in Maths and sciences in KCSE need apply.

Forward your application including relevant testimonials to P.O Box 43354-80100, Mombasa or drop it the NCH hospital Premises in Nyali.

Read More

Altima Africa Human Resource Consultant Job in Kenya

Altima Africa is a strategy implementation firm that seamlessly integrates its consulting, training and recruitment services to effectively support the implementation of organisational strategies focusing on medium sized enterprises and public sector organisations in the region. 

This is in line with our mission, to provide innovative solutions that create and strengthen our clients’ competitiveness. Our solutions are delivered in the context of our values: creativity, innovation, collaboration and agility. 

Our focus is on the delivery of complex, end-to-end business transformation engagements encompassing: Strategy facilitation and implementation, Change management, Performance management, Business process re-engineering and Recruitment solutions.

Altima is seeking to recruit a self driven, organised and ambitious individual to the position of Human Resource Consultant in our Consulting Division.

The Position: The position holder will be reporting to the Principal Consultant, Consulting Division. 

They will be responsible for:

• Provide clients with advisory and capacity building solutions throughout the entire HR lifecycle;
• Business development from lead generation to preparation of client proposals;
• Active participation in relevant professional fora and other thought leadership activities;
• Supporting executive recruitment activities from candidate search to reporting;
• Coordinating tasks undertaken with part time consultants; and
• Compilation of market intelligence reports

The Ideal candidate should:

• Hold a University Degree in a business related field
• Have at least 3 years work experience
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and project management skills
• Be proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Human Resource certification will be an added advantage

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please upload your CV including day time contact via www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php  

Deadline for application is 31st December 2014.

Read More

Heritage Insurance Branch Manager Job in Nyali Mombasa Kenya

The Heritage Insurance Company (K) Ltd is a member of Liberty Group and a leading insurance Company with a legacy of providing superior services to a wide spectrum of clients since 1976. 

We have also received AA- rating, the highest international rating awarded to a Kenyan insurer.

We are looking for dynamic and experienced individuals to fill in the following position:-

Job Title: Branch Manager - Nyali

Reporting to: Executive Director
 

We invite applications for the posts described below which have arisen due to company growth and expansion in the market.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Marketing strategy Formulation and Implementation for the region in line with overall company objectives
• Achieving growth targets
• Maintaining high Public Relations amongst clients
• Preparation of timely, accurate, informative reports to management for decision
• Managing Direct sales, Individuals or Corporate and broker sales
• Ensure safe custody of the branch’s fixed assets by maintaining an assets register and appropriate insurances
• Maintaining the Branch cash book
• Management of Renewals/Business retention
• Market Research and Intelligence
• Excellent Customer Service and Complaints Handling
• Managing Credit control
• Ensuring that staff are well supervised, trained and developed to be technically competent to perform their duties
• Ensuring that Performance Management process is embraced and continuously being carried out within the departments for effective and efficient service to our customers with a view to achieve overall company business goals in line with the Company’s Business Plan
• Advising the Executive Director on issues pertaining to the business
• Establishing and maintaining a good relationship with the brokers, agents and clients. Likewise maintain close liaison with other departments in the organisation.
• Contributing as a member of the management team to the development of operational policies for the achievement of the corporate plans as stipulated in the Company Three year Business Strategy.
• Fostering and maintenance of good corporate image through liaison with all competitors, intermediaries and the general public
• Attendance of all scheduled meetings to facilitate smooth operational procedures

Requirements

• B.Com or Business related degree from a recognized University
• A.C.I.I. qualification or working towards attaining ACII
• Must have ample technical ability on various insurance products
• Must have sound analytical, negotiation, interpersonal skills, communication skills and maturity
• Good customer relation skills
• Must have a minimum of 6 years working experience in the Insurance industry
• Be computer literate
• Have high level of integrity
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize (ability to work within strict deadlines)
• Persons currently in direct contact with Brokers, agents and clients will have a distinct advantage

How to Apply

Interested candidates should forward their detailed resume & cover letter to hr@heritage.co.ke by Tuesday 30th December 2014 at 4.00 p.m.

Read More

Innovations for Poverty Action Research Associate Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Research Associate
 

Deadline to Apply: 28th December 2014
 

Start Date: January 15th, 2015 (non-negotiable)
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to discovering and promoting effective solutions to global poverty problems. 

In close partnership with decision makers -- the policymakers, practitioners, investors, and donors working with the poor around the world -- IPA designs and evaluates potential solutions to poverty problems using randomized evaluations, the most rigorous evaluation method available. 

We also mobilize and support these decision makers to use these solutions to build better programs and policies at scale
 

About the Job: IPA Kenya seeks qualified applicants for the position of Research Associate for the Tax Compliance Project that will focus on tax policies for small-medium firms and individuals.
 

The project will begin in January 2015 and its activities will take place in Nairobi.
 

The research project will aim at designing and implementing a randomized controlled trial being coordinated by the Principal Investigator who is from Stanford University.
 

The research will examine the role of financial incentives and novel technologies in fostering tax compliance. 

The Research Associate will take a lead role in collecting data in the field, managing large databases, piloting the interventions, and managing relationships with the project partners. It is expected that the Research Associate will work independently and maintain regular communication with the PI.
 

The position requires excellent interpersonal and organization skills. It also requires proficiency with Stata. Familiarity with other data management and statistical packages is a plus.
 

The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand field management experience in an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research. 

The main principal investigator is Lorenzo Casaburi, postdoctoral fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 

The Research Associate will work closely with the IPA-Kenya Country Office and the Principal Investigators to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to: 

• sophisticated logistic planning, 
• significant in-person oversight of implementing partner managing the implementation field team, 
• monitoring implementation quality, 
• checking and analyzing data, 
• cleaning data and assisting in preliminary analysis, 
• assisting in the writing of project reports and policy memos, 
• financial / expenditure oversight, 
• HR management, and 
• various administrative tasks.

The Research Associate will be based in Nairobi, Kenya but the position may involve field visits in other regions. The employment period is 12 months.
 

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
 

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, social sciences, public policy, or related fields
• Excellent management and organizational skills along with strong quantitative skills
• Fluency and excellent communication skills in English
• Working knowledge of Stata
• Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, a team player
• Assertive personality and demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with randomized controlled trials preferred
• Familiarity with other data analysis software

If you are interested, please follow the instructions below:
 

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address. Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.

Applications must be submitted by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org, please ensure that the subject line reads: “RESEARCH ASSOCIATE.” REF NO: TAX COMPLIANCE-2014-12-01. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Research Associate. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

Read More

Heritage Insurance Retail Business General Manager Job in Kenya

The Heritage Insurance Company (K) Ltd is a member of Liberty Group and a leading insurance Company with a legacy of providing superior services to a wide spectrum of clients since 1976. 

We have also received AA- rating, the highest international rating awarded to a Kenyan insurer.

We are looking for dynamic and experienced individuals to fill in the following position:-

Job Title: General Manager, Retail Business

Reporting to: Executive Director
 

Purpose of the Role: The role of the GM Retail Business is to drive Strategic and Business growth. In conjunction with Management, the job holder will ensure a robust business growth of this line of business within specified time frames.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Responsible for Directing, Coordinating and growing the Retail Business and identifying new business opportunities in this line.
• Develop a clear Strategy for Optimum Performance while achieving growth targets.
• Responsible for establishing and strengthening relationships with all customers.
• Marketing strategy Formulation and Implementation for the counties in line with overall company objectives
• Monitor customer preferences in various regions to determine focus of retail sales efforts
• In liaison with the business development managers in S& D, Follow up on business leads of high net worth,
• Manage close contact with branch networks to set and track performance against objectives & play a significant role in the long term with a view to sustain sales excellence.
• Preparation of timely, accurate, informative reports to management for decision making.
• Fostering and maintenance of good corporate image through liaison with all competitors, intermediaries and the general public and maintain high Public relations
• Conduct Market Research and Intelligence to advise initiatives and efforts.
• Ensuring that Performance Management process is embraced and continuously being carried out within the role departments for effective and efficient service to our customers
• Development of alternative distribution channels such as franchise
• Establishing and maintaining a good relationship with the brokers, agents and clients. Likewise maintain close liaison with other departments in the organisation and country wide.
• Directing annual budgeting & planning for Sales initiatives which will steer business growth
• Contributing as a member of the Senior Management team to realistic value add plans and opinions that will steer growth in operational areas for the achievement of the corporate plans.
• Attendance of all scheduled meetings to facilitate smooth operational procedures and liaise with other function heads.
• Advising the Executive Director on issues pertaining to the

Requirements

• B.Com or Business related degree from a recognized University
• A.C.I.I. qualification or working towards attaining ACII
• Must have ample technical ability on various insurance products
• Excellent oral & communication skills, interpersonal skills including formal & informal presentation skill.
• Good customer relation skills
• Must have a minimum of 8 years working experience in the Insurance industry
• Be computer literate
• Have high level of integrity
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and to work within strict deadlines
• Persons currently in this role will have a distinct advantage

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Age limit 45 years and below

Interested candidates should forward their detailed resume & cover letter to hr@heritage.co.ke by Tuesday 30th December 2014 at 4.00 p.m.

Read More

Tegemeo Institute Finance and Administration Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Egerton University
 

Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration and Finance
 

Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development
Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development, is an institute of Egerton University mandated to conduct agricultural policy research and analysis in Kenya.

The institute is looking to fill the following position based in Nairobi.
 

Finance and Administration Manager
 

The successful candidate will head the Finance and Administration unit of the institute. He/she will be responsible for the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of the institute. 

Reporting to the Director of the Institute, the key tasks under this position shall include:

• Formulation of sound financial policies, procedures and accounting systems that ensure effective management of funds
• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, IFRS and other financial, human resource and procurement laws and regulations
• Ensure timely preparation of financial management reports, budgets and implementation of budgetary controls
• Co-ordinate the development and implementation of the administrative and human resource policies of the institute
• Ensure the establishment and maintenance of human resource best practices including staff contract, performance management and continuous improvement of administrative services
• Ensure compliance with donors’ requirements
• Liaise closely with the University Finance Controller on matters related to finance and accounting
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications and Skills
 

The preferred candidate should be:

• A Bachelor’s degree holder in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or its equivalent and an MBA from a recognized University
• Have attained CPA (K) and a member of ICPAK
• Has attained a minimum of six (6) years progressive work experience, three (3) of which should be at a senior level in a busy accounting and administrative environment
• Full knowledge of payroll administration, budget preparation and control
• Relevant experience in using various financial accounting software and preparation of financial management reports
• Relevant skills in analysis of financial data to provide informative reports to non-finance managers
• Have a working knowledge of project accounting and management and be familiar with donor financial reporting and foreign exchange accounting
• Possess knowledge and experience in use of ERP and MS office suite
• Possess ability to plan, develop and implement institutional administration and development
• Have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (Oral and written)
• Prior experience and knowledge of administration, human resource management and procurement functions will be an added advantage

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate(s). 

The position carries with it a two (2) year renewable contract.

Only the shortlisted applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Applications together with copies of certificates and a detailed CV including names of three referees should be sent to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration and Finance),
Egerton University,
P.O Box 536 - 20115
Egerton.

Or via email address (vacancies2014@tegemeo.org). 

Applications should be clearly marked F & A Manager-Tegemeo and should be received not later than Wednesday 31st December 2014.

Read More

Technical Services General Manager Job Vacancy - Communications Authority of Kenya

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulator of the ICT Industry, mandated with licensing and regulating Telecommunications, Postal/Courier and Broadcasting services.

The Authority is also responsible for managing the country’s Frequency Spectrum and Numbering Resources, and facilitating the development of E-Commerce.

The Authority invites applications to fill the following vacant position:-
 

General Manager (GM) / Technical Services 

Salary Scale: B1

Ref. No: CA/1/GMT

Key Responsibilities
 

Reports to the Director General with the following key responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction, leadership and advice CA on the appropriate framework for regulation of the communication sector in the country, in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Provide leadership to the technical staff with requisite skills to competently discharge the technical duties of CA.
• Carry out studies/research that lead to establishment of rates, fees and tariffs that may be charged for the provision of services offered by regulated communication service providers.
• Prepare methods of costing and pricing of communication services and submitting them to the Director General for consideration and administering the same after approval by the Board.
• Advice the government through the DG on the performance of communication service providers.
• Initiate the development of appropriate policies and regulations for the communication sector.
• Keep abreast of international regulatory issues affecting the sector, and represent the Authority/Country in external meetings and events touching on the mandate of the Authority.
• Facilitate transparency and consistency in the regulation of communication services.
• When requested, arbitrate disputes between stakeholders.
• Provide leadership to the technical staff with requisite skills to competently discharge technical duties of CA.
• Create an atmosphere in which staff within the functional area under him/her have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills, so that within the reasonable limits of the organization, find fulfilment in their work
• Process licenses with respect to various fields of communication services and activities in accordance with the provisions of the Act and applicable regulations;
• Develop strategies on management and optimum utilization of frequency resources in accordance with the laid down procedures and regulation.
• Lead the formulation of ICT standards in line with global trends and update these on a regular basis in line with best practices and oversee the development of frameworks for adopting new technologies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering, Communication Systems/ICT or relevant field.
• A relevant Master‘s degree.
• Fifteen (15) years’ relevant experience, seven (7)of which should be in a Senior Management Position.
• Affiliation to a Professional body required.

How to Apply

If you believe that you are the right candidate for any of the above positions and you can clearly demonstrate you meet the criteria, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, email and telephone contacts quoting the reference number on your application letter.

Candidates will be required to submit Certificate of Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Certificates of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

CA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered so as to reach on or before 14th January, 2015. 

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman
Communications Authority of Kenya
CA Centre
Waiyaki Way
P.O. Box 14448-00800
Nairobi

Website: www.ca.go.ke

Read More

Corporate Affairs General Manager Job Vacancy - Communications Authority of Kenya

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulator of the ICT Industry, mandated with licensing and regulating Telecommunications, Postal/Courier and Broadcasting services.

The Authority is also responsible for managing the country’s Frequency Spectrum and Numbering Resources, and facilitating the development of E-Commerce.

The Authority invites applications to fill the following vacant position:-
 

General Manager (GM) - Corporate Affairs

Salary Scale: B1

Ref. No CA/2/GMCA
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Reports to the Director General with the following key responsibilities:

• Facilitate the delivery of CA’s Mandate by working towards a harmonious climate for CA’s service delivery.
• Provide strategic direction on stakeholder management, government relations, facilitate consumer awareness, incubate and harness public good will.
• Monitor the industry for efficient and competitive delivery of services as well as keep tabs on market development with a view of facilitating ICT for development.
• Play a key role in advocacy, international relations in order to foster strategic positioning of the Country in the international arena.
• Provides strategic direction and leadership in the overall management of all matters pertaining to ICT market analysis, research, competition, and tariffs.
• Oversee the analysis of the economic, socio-cultural and market challenges facing the communications sector and develop policy and regulatory guidelines in line with CA’s strategy.
• Provide guidance in the development and institutionalisation of policies, pertaining to Corporate Communications and Consumer Affairs with a view of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and improvement of service delivery and operations.
• Evaluate the impact of Government and Authority’s policies on users, businesses and the national economy.
• Provide recommendations to guide policy-making, government planning and the development of the regulatory framework in the industry.
• Provide leadership and oversee planning and implementation of CA’s communications  strategies relating to both internal and external affairs of the Authority.
• Provide avenues by which consumer issues on communication service can be registered and investigated.
• Oversee statistical reports pertaining to ICT sector performance and dissemination to stakeholders.
• Consults and cooperates with other governmental and other stakeholders on the provision of communication services.
• Provide leadership in creating a distinguished and well positioned CA Brand.
• Oversee CA corporate publications.
• Strategic media relations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Business Administration, Media Studies, or Relevant area.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Fifteen (15) Years relevant work experience, Seven (7) of which must be in a Senior Management Position.

How to Apply

If you believe that you are the right candidate for any of the above positions and you can clearly demonstrate you meet the criteria, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, email and telephone contacts quoting the reference number on your application letter.

Candidates will be required to submit Certificate of Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) , Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Certificates of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

CA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered so as to reach on or before 14th January, 2015. 

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman
Communications Authority of Kenya
CA Centre
Waiyaki Way
P.O. Box 14448-00800
Nairobi

Website: www.ca.go.ke

Read More

AMPATH Systems Engineer / Java Programmer Job in Eldoret Kenya

The Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) is a program under the auspices of Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) and Moi University whose aim is to provide sustainable efforts in access to health care. 

AMPATH supports the Ministry of Health in eight (8) Counties of Western Kenya Region, with a catchments population of an estimated 3.5 million people.

The AMPATH Research office invites applicants for the post of Research Data Manager.

The UO1 grant is a five year recently awarded grant by NHLBI aiming at Optimizing Linkage and retention of hypertension patients to care in Western Kenya. 

This grant seeks to determine the causes of non-linkage and non-retention, and develop solutions that will optimize linkage and retention to care within the study communities.

Applications are invited for the following vacant position in the Linkage and Retention to hypertension care in Western Kenya (L.A.R.K.) study.
 

Post: Systems Engineer / Java Programmer

1 Post
 

The Role: Reporting to the Chief Information Officer as well as the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will among others be responsible for the following:-

• Collaborate with the Medical Informatics group at AMPATH to design, develop and modify java-based applications.
• Design and create mobile health programs primarily using the Android framework.
• Design and create java programs, and develop applications on top of OpenMRS (www.openmrs.org) software.
• Install software applications and operating systems under predetermined guidelines as well as monitoring, testing and troubleshooting existing application system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, program, test, implement and troubleshoot assigned systems.
• Maintain the software, and make changes and enhancements, as needed.
• Assist with health information analysis documentation upon request.
• Assist with effective interface of assigned systems with other systems.
• Implement algorithms to integrate with existing and emerging systems.
• Ensure assigned systems have assigned systems have required security support.
• Complete assignments in a quality and timely manner with minimal errors.
• Supports development and maintenance needs as specified by his or her supervisor.
• Assist with research on various technologies and other topics.
• Seeks input and feedback from team members to improve individual work activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/ Computer Science or related field.
• Be in possession of a minimum of at least one year of related work experience in Information Systems or programming.
• Ability to interact and verbally communication with co-workers.
• Ability to write reports and operational correspondence.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Intermediate or advanced java programming skills, including some familiarity with the Android platform.
• Working knowledge and experience with Subversion, Spring, javascript, Hibernate and SQL.
• Awareness of basic concepts, practices, and procedures in programming, systems development, and software engineering (including but not limited to object-oriented techniques and languages, database principles and programming, and opensource methodologies).
• Experience with OpenMRS development (www.openmrs.org), including at least one patch successfully reviewed and applied to OpenMRS core code will be an added advantage.
• Aptitude to learn clinical processes and clinical terminology.

Terms of Employment: The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.
 

Application Submission
 

Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should email their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of current remuneration to jobs@ampath.or.ke with the subject line “Systems Engineer/ Java Programmer Application.
 

Applicants are encouraged to submit a patch to one or more OpenMRS ticket(s).
 

Include a link to a successful project accomplished
 

Introductory developer materials:http://openmrs.org/wiki/developers
 

Suggested introductory tickets: http://dev.openmrs.org/report/20
 

NB. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

The Chief of Party AMPATH Plus/Ag. C.E.O AMPATH
P.O. Box 4606
Eldoret

Application materials clearly labelled “Application for employment as Systems engineer/ Java Programmer” must be sent so as to be received at the above office by 14th January, 2015.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Read More

NCPD Advocacy & Communication National Programme Professional Personnel Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy No: VA/FPA/KEN/007/2014
 

Post Title: National Programme Professional Personnel (NPPP) (Advocacy & Communication)
 

Post Type: Service Contract (SB-4)
 

Duration: 1 year
 

Background: UNFPA is seeking to recruit a National Programme Professional Personnel (NPPP) (Advocacy & Communication) to join the Communication, Advocacy and Public Education (CAPE) team at National Council for Population and Development (NCPD). 

We are looking for an individual who is creative, organized, highly motivated, and results-oriented and effective communicator. 

The selected individual will be based in Nairobi at NCPD head office reporting to the Director General through the Deputy Director-CAPE.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The NPPP will be expected to ensure clear and consistent population and development programme messages are delivered to all key target audiences in a timely manner.

In particular, he/she will primarily be responsible for developing and implementing media engagement strategies for all population and development related programmes as guided by the National Advocacy, IEC and SBCC Strategy for Population and Sustainable Development.

Specific Responsibilities will include:

• Work with the NCPD – CAPE Division and KEMEP team to develop strategic relationships with key national and international media and Networks, to ensure comprehensive coverage of FP/RH, Population and Development activities;
• Liaise with NCPD Public Relations Office on matters of NCPD corporate communication and protocol issues.
• Implement the National Advocacy, IEC and SBCC Strategy for Population and Sustainable Development and other strategies focusing on bringing research evidence to decision-makers;
• Develop press and communication materials for various media events; • Develop targeted IEC materials
• Work with various teams within NCPD to develop opinion editorials for local and international print media as part of population advocacy;
• Seek and secure opportunities for NCPD and other partners to write regular columns in high profile media as well as ensure they are regular expert contributors in television stations;
• Write and edit web-based information materials in order to maintain and update NCPD online communication (website and social media). This includes writing and editing blog articles.

Qualifications and Experience
 

The ideal candidate should be a team player with the following qualities:

• A Master’s Degree in Development Communication, Journalism or related field. Candidates with additional qualifications in either demography, population or development studies will have added advantage;
• At least five (5) years post-qualification experience in communication, writing and content creation and media relations.
• Demonstrable computing skills in desktop publishing
• Demonstrable track record in media engagement;
• Familiarity with communication approaches for planning, executing, and monitoring communications strategies;
• Excellent written and verbal communication;
• Ability to work independently in mobilizing media coverage and producing quality communication material;
• Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team;
• Networking, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills coupled with resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment.

Application Procedures
 

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their Curriculum Vitae to email address: kenya.recruit@unfpa.org by Friday 02 January 2015, quoting the post title on the subject line.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Employment at National Council for Population and Development is guided by the principles of the constitution and guidelines in force from time to time.

The UNFPA is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.

Read More