GOAL Distribution Manager and Finance Assistant Jobs Vacancies

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1. Distribution Manager - Nakuru General Description of the Role

The Distribution Manager will coordinate distribution of shelter materials to all project beneficiaries in the target area of operation.

Supervising the Distribution Assistants, the manager will work closely with the Project Manager, the Construction supervisors, Logistics team and the community to ensure smooth operations in the project.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinating field operations within the areas of implementation
• To liaise with the Construction assistants and establish a team of artisans to carry out construction within the areas of operation
• Work closely with the construction assistants to enhance smooth distribution of shelter material to beneficiaries
• To monitor and ensure all materials are effectively used by the beneficiaries
• Coordinate all the artisans and the assistant supervisors to enhance harmony and good working relations
• Evaluate shelter construction and recommend any constructive measures to ensure beneficiary satisfaction
• Work closely with community shelter committees to assist in the project implementation at the grassroots levels
• Monitor material usage to ensure all tools provided are put to good use
• Facilitating and hiring of local artisans to assist the vulnerable in shelter construction together with the Distribution Manager
• Liaise with the Field office to ensure all Shelter kits are constructed within the specified model and design.
• Working closely with the Distribution Manager to effectively implement the program goals and within the donor time frame.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the benefiting community, the Provincial Administration
• Ensure each hired artisan puts up a standard Shelter as recommended in the model upon which payment is recommend to the artisan for all the shelters construct

Competencies

• Diploma in Social Work/Community Development
• At least 3 years’ experience implementing community projects, previous experience in shelter projects an added advantage
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills;
• Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
• Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit;
• Highly motivated and with a desire to work with local communities;
• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
• Strong multi- tasking management skills including close attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency in computer applications: Ms. Word, Excel, Outlook etc.

2. Finance Assistant - Nakuru

Job Summary: To provide financial support to the shelter project.

Duties / Responsibilities:

The Finance Assistant will support the Office Administrator and the Project Manager in all administrative and financial systems in the Shelter Project.

The position demands a good understanding of administration systems and processes.

Overall Objectives of the position:

• Assist the Office/finance administrator to ensure smooth running of systems, which facilitate the smooth operation of the project

Tasks and responsibilities

• Assist in keeping financial records at the office. This includes maintaining cash book, bank book,
• Assist in updating all financial transactions daily by entering them in the relevant books.
• Assist in preparation of payment vouchers which include payment requisition forms, float requisition forms, daily labor sheets, per diems forms etc.
• Assist in Provision of administrative functions including procurement of the office needs, booking hotel reservation for visitors, payment of rent and utilities. .
• Secretarial tasks including filling and paperwork.
• Assist in documentation of all monthly financial transactions and sending the file to Nairobi office.
• Follow up on timely submissions of timesheets by staff.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the Office Administrator.

Competencies

• A Diploma in Business Administration/ Accounting qualification
• 1 year experience in administrative and accounting duties
• Proficiency in computer operations
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills
• NGO experience is an added advantage
• Proven integrity and accountability

To apply for any of the above position, please send your CV listing three reference including your last direct supervisor and salary expectation to the

Human Resources Manager
GOAL Kenya,
PO Box 66242-00800,
Nairobi,

or by email to nakurushelter@ke.goal.ie

Please put the job title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of the email.

The closing date for all applications is Friday 25th November 2011.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and responded to after interviews.

No phone calls accepted.

GOAL is an equal opportunity employer, qualified male and female applicants are encouraged to apply.