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ACF International is a non - governmental, non - profit, non - political and nonreligious organization.
With 30 years of expertise in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, and chronic food insecurity, ACF runs life - saving programs in some 40 countries benefiting five million people each year.
ACF International has been conducting humanitarian programs in Somalia since May 1992.
At present, ACF is conducting its humanitarian activities focused on Severe and moderate malnutrition, Medical programs and Water & Sanitation programs via program bases in Mogadishu (since 1995) and Wajid (since 2003) and the Coordination office in Nairobi.
We are currently looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions:
Safety & Security Manager
(Re-Advertised)
The Safety & Security Manager is responsible for managing the Safety & Security of all ACF activities in Somalia and of our Coordination Team based in Nairobi under the direct supervision of the Country Director. S/he will ensure that all respective ACF policies are adhered to by all individuals concerned and are continuously adapted and improved.
Duties include crisis management, staff training, frequent risk analysis and the provision of expert advice in order to mitigate risks. The ability to interact with all parties such as staff, authorities, communities and partners in both Kenya and Somalia while always maintaining ACF’s principled neutrality and operational independence is paramount
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for highly motivated and qualified individuals with extensive humanitarian experience in Logistics, Security or Liaison . S/he must be experienced in all relevant tasks and able to compile high quality reports.
S/he must have proven experience in staff management and training and has strong interpersonal and communication skills. S/he must be computer literate with proficiency in using of Word, Excel and other data analysis tools.
S/he must be fluent in both written and oral communication in English. Knowledge of Somali & Kiswahili language is desirable.
Technical Logistician (Communications, IT & Fleet Management)
The Technical Logistician supports Logistics Coordinator in management of all ACF equipments (includes computers, IT and communication equipments such as HF/VHF, VOIP and thurayas) as well as management of fleet.
S/he will be responsible for installation, set up, user training, general maintenance and updating of ACF equipments in consonance with ACF equipment management policies.
In addition to this s/he will be responsible for management of fleet including daily vehicle planning, maintenance and upkeep of ACF vehicles and management of drivers.
S/he will liaise with the Field offices to ensure that all resources are in good condition and provide required support in routine trouble shooting.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for qualified professionals with a diploma/ technical certificate in IT/computers and relevant technical training or experience in mechanics with at least 3 years relevant experience in similar contexts/region in an organization of equivalent size and complexity.
S/he will have extensive knowledge of HF/VHF radio operations as well as other communication equipments. S/he will have excellent computer and network administration skills. S/he will be fluent in both written and oral communication in English. Knowledge of Somali Language will be advantageous. The post is based in Nairobi and requires occasional international travels
Please Note: Both the positions are based in Nairobi with occasional international travels. The Positions will be recruited locally. Thus applications from non-Kenyan residents cannot be accepted
How to apply
To apply send in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to recruitments@so.missions-acf.org, not later than 13th May 2011. Please mention clearly the Position you are applying for. Due to the urgency of the positions, CVs will be shortlisted on ongoing basis.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews
With 30 years of expertise in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, and chronic food insecurity, ACF runs life - saving programs in some 40 countries benefiting five million people each year.
ACF International has been conducting humanitarian programs in Somalia since May 1992.
At present, ACF is conducting its humanitarian activities focused on Severe and moderate malnutrition, Medical programs and Water & Sanitation programs via program bases in Mogadishu (since 1995) and Wajid (since 2003) and the Coordination office in Nairobi.
We are currently looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions:
Safety & Security Manager
(Re-Advertised)
The Safety & Security Manager is responsible for managing the Safety & Security of all ACF activities in Somalia and of our Coordination Team based in Nairobi under the direct supervision of the Country Director. S/he will ensure that all respective ACF policies are adhered to by all individuals concerned and are continuously adapted and improved.
Duties include crisis management, staff training, frequent risk analysis and the provision of expert advice in order to mitigate risks. The ability to interact with all parties such as staff, authorities, communities and partners in both Kenya and Somalia while always maintaining ACF’s principled neutrality and operational independence is paramount
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for highly motivated and qualified individuals with extensive humanitarian experience in Logistics, Security or Liaison . S/he must be experienced in all relevant tasks and able to compile high quality reports.
S/he must have proven experience in staff management and training and has strong interpersonal and communication skills. S/he must be computer literate with proficiency in using of Word, Excel and other data analysis tools.
S/he must be fluent in both written and oral communication in English. Knowledge of Somali & Kiswahili language is desirable.
Technical Logistician (Communications, IT & Fleet Management)
The Technical Logistician supports Logistics Coordinator in management of all ACF equipments (includes computers, IT and communication equipments such as HF/VHF, VOIP and thurayas) as well as management of fleet.
S/he will be responsible for installation, set up, user training, general maintenance and updating of ACF equipments in consonance with ACF equipment management policies.
In addition to this s/he will be responsible for management of fleet including daily vehicle planning, maintenance and upkeep of ACF vehicles and management of drivers.
S/he will liaise with the Field offices to ensure that all resources are in good condition and provide required support in routine trouble shooting.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for qualified professionals with a diploma/ technical certificate in IT/computers and relevant technical training or experience in mechanics with at least 3 years relevant experience in similar contexts/region in an organization of equivalent size and complexity.
S/he will have extensive knowledge of HF/VHF radio operations as well as other communication equipments. S/he will have excellent computer and network administration skills. S/he will be fluent in both written and oral communication in English. Knowledge of Somali Language will be advantageous. The post is based in Nairobi and requires occasional international travels
Please Note: Both the positions are based in Nairobi with occasional international travels. The Positions will be recruited locally. Thus applications from non-Kenyan residents cannot be accepted
How to apply
To apply send in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to recruitments@so.missions-acf.org, not later than 13th May 2011. Please mention clearly the Position you are applying for. Due to the urgency of the positions, CVs will be shortlisted on ongoing basis.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews
