UN Women Finance Associate Job in Kenya

Type of Appointment: Fixed Term Appointment

Post Level: ICS 07

Duty Station: Nairobi

Starting Date: January 2012

Duration: 1 Year

Application deadline: 2nd December 2011

The Finance Associate reports to the Head of Country Office for guidance and supervision and is responsible for managing and supervising the execution of a wide range of financial services and administrative processes in Country Programme Office (CPO), ensuring timeliness, efficiency and transparent use of financial resources and delivery of services in accordance with organizational financial rules, regulations, policies, procedures and approved allocations.

The Finance Associate promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UN Women rules and regulations, standard practices and guidelines.

The Finance Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations Manager of the Regional/Sub-Regional Office as well as with the operations, programme and project teams in UN Women Headquarters for solving complex finance-related issues and information delivery.

Summary of Key Functions

1. Administration and implementation of program and operational financial services
2. Support to management of the country program, budget preparation and administration
3. Accounting and administrative support
4. Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Qualifications and Experience.

1. Completion of Secondary Education is required. Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance would be an asset. First University Degree in Business or Public Administration or Social Sciences desirable but not required
2. Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience is required in financial management and administration, in a large corporation or organization is required.
3. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advaned knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Application procedures

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at www.ke.undp.org on or before 2nd December 2011. Click on “e Recruitment Portal” under“Huma n Resources” and submit your application online.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
3. UNDP as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment

“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

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UN Women Human Resource Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job: Human Resource Assistant

Type of Appointment: Service Contract

Post Level: SB 3

Duty Station: Nairobi

Starting Date: January2012

Duration: 1 Year

Application deadline: 2nd December 2011

Under the guidance and supervision of the Operations Manager and direct supervisor, the HR Assistant provides HR services ensuring high quality, accuracy and consistency of work.

The HR Assistant promotes a client-oriented and consistent with rules and regulations approach in the Unit.

The HR Assistant works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and UN WOMEN HQs staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.

Summary of Key Functions

1. Implementation of HR strategies.
2. Implementation of HR services
3. Support to UN related surveys
4. Support to Knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

The key results have an impact on the execution of the CO HR services in terms of quality and accuracy of work completed. Accurate data entry and presentation of financial information and client-oriented approach enhances UN WOMEN capability in the HR management

Qualifications and Experience

1. University degree in social sciences or other relevant disciplines (human resources, business administration, international relations, psychology, etc). Additional professional training in Human Resource is an advantage.
2. Minimum 3 years of relevant HR and/or administrative experience is required at the national or international level, preferably some within the UN system.
3. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Application procedures

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at www.ke.undp.org on or before 2nd December 2011. Click on “e Recruitment Portal” under “Human Resources” and submit your application online.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
3. UNDP as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment

“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

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UN Women Administrative Associate Job in Kenya

Job: Administrative Associate

Type of Appointment: Fixed Term Appointment

Post Level: ICS 06

Duty Station: Nairobi

Starting Date: January2012

Duration: 1 Year

Application deadline: 2nd December 2011

The Administrative Associate reports to the Head of Country Office for guidance and is responsible for performing a variety of finance and administrative tasks and services in the CO ensuring timeliness, accuracy and compliance with UNW rules, regulations, processes and procedures and promotes a client, quality and results oriented approach.

The Administrative Associate works in close collaboration with the Finance Associate in the location as well as with operations, program and other teams in the office and SRO to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery.

Summary of Key Functions

• Administrative support services
• Support to administration of budgets
• Support to the administration of procurement services
• Receptionist services
• Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of Secondary education is required. First University Degree in Business or Public Administration or Social Sciences desirable but not required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in administration is required, in a large corporation or organization is required.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Application procedures

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at http://www.ke.undp.org on or before 2nd December 2011. Click on “e Recruitment Portal” under “Human Resources” and submit your application online.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Additional considerations

1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
3. UNDP as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment

“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

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Teaching Vacancies in Kenya - Green Hills Academy

This is a general call for applications from teachers for the year 2012 school year.

Positions will be open in Secondary.

Primary and Nursery schools due to enrollment growth.

Vice Principal, Green Hills Primary: A very competitive salary will be offered to the successful applicant who will be an experienced Primary English Language Arts teacher with an appropriate university degree. Familiarly with Modern teaching methods is a must. The position begins in August 2012. School level administrative experience is a definite asset.

Secondary School: Due to enrollment growth, we will need teachers in the following subjects: Economics, Physics, English, and Mathematics.

Other subjects open from time to time, so applicants in any of these areas are also welcome.

Experience in teaching the above secondary subjects at IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSE levels will be a definite asset. Consideration will he given to candidates with equivalent experience with their national curricula.

Primary School: Experience in teaching at an international school is a definite asset. Teachers of English Language Arts are particularly sought.

School and Working Conditions

Green Hills Academy enrolls 1,500 students and has a stable staff with competitive salaries good working conditions and benefits and excellent professional development opportunities. It offers the IB Diploma Program and the Cambridge IGCSE.

Requirements

Applicants must possess teaching qualifications and should provide copies of relevant degrees and transcripts. Applicant resumes should include names and contact information of three recent professional referees, two of them supervisors who have seen the applicant teach.

Please send your application documents to:

Nadine Ntibayindusha,
Human Resources Director
e-mail address: hrdgreenhills@gmail.com

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Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Plant / Mechanical Technician Job in Kenya

Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Co. Ltd is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, dynamic and self motivated persons to fill the following vacant position:

Reporting to the Factory Unit Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-

• Maintaining a comprehensive preventive maintenance schedule for the entire factory unit and its fleet of vehicles;
• Allocating duties and supervising both machinery and fleet maintenance teams;
• Diagnosing faults and ensuring timely repairs of the factory machinery, equipment and its fleet of vehicles;
• Requisitioning and verifying of quality spares ordered both for machinery and fleet maintenance;
• Writing technical reports on plant and fleet maintenance;
• Timely scheduling of statutory maintenance and repairs of both steam boilers and diesel generators;
• Installation and commissioning of new machinery.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills & experience:-

• ‘O’ Level Division II or KCSE ‘C’ Plain or above;
• Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) from a recognized institution;
• At least five (5) years experience gained in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the tea industry;
• Computer literacy.

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements for these jobs are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs, copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below to reach not later than 2nd December 2011.

Factory Unit Manager,
Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Co. Ltd,
P. O. Box 185,
Kangema

Email: info@kanyenyaini.ktdateas.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Electrician Job in Kenya

Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Co. Ltd is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, dynamic and self motivated persons to fill the following vacant position:

Reporting to the Production Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-

• Supervising electrical maintenance staff in the factory;
• Installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in the factory;
• Maintenance and servicing of standby generators;
• Motor rewinding and maintenance;
• Maintenance of fuel oil burners and other boiler accessories;
• Diagnosing electrical faults and ensuring timely attendance to the same;
• Requisitioning and verification of quality electrical spares and accessories;
• Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety measures and regulations.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:-

• ‘O’ Level Division II or KCSE ‘C’ Plain or above;
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technician III certificate;
• At least five (5) years relevant working experience;
• Those with experience in handling electrical boiler burners will have an added advantage;
• Computer literacy.

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements for these jobs are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs, copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below to reach not later than 2nd December 2011.

Factory Unit Manager,
Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Co. Ltd,
P. O. Box 185,
Kangema

Email: info@kanyenyaini.ktdateas.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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