Coast International University Job in Malindi, Kenya

Coast International University
 

[under formation]
 

Vice-Chancellor & Chief Executive Officer
 

The proposed Coast International University is a non-sectarian university and the first private university to be established along the coastal belt of Kenya. 

The Main Campus of the University is located on a 50 acre land two kilometers behind Malindi Airport in Kilifi County. 

The vision behind setting up the Coast International University is to be a leading centre of excellence in the provision of higher education & training in selected areas of human development. 

The University is being developed in accordance with the relevant laws of Kenya and with the guidelines from the Commission for Higher Education, Kenya.

The University will take advantage of its location and region to introduce in a more salient manner the uniqueness of the environment and its richness in fauna and flora both on land and in the ocean for the economic development of Kenya and of the region. 

It shall also provide unique opportunity to learners to pursue their chosen careers in an atmosphere that is creative, free and sustainable; and remains change-friendly to modern concepts and tools of management and research development; and an opportunity for equitable distribution of knowledge to deserving learners.
 

The academic areas that have been identified include, but not limited to: Hospitality and Tourism Management; Business & Management; Computing, Communication and Informatics; Oceanography and Marine Sciences; Earth and Environmental Sciences; Physical and Life Sciences; Law; and Humanities and Social Sciences.

It is in this regard that the Board of Trustees in collaboration with the Promoters of the University are searching for a suitable candidate to fill the position of the Vice-Chancellor & Chief Executive Officer of the University, and who shall be responsible to the University Governing Council for the day-to-day running of the University. 

The candidate shall also be the Secretary of the Council and also an ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees. 

The individual shall also be Chair of the Senate and the Management Board of the University.

The candidate is expected to be having the following qualifications:

• Possession of a terminal degree (PhD or equivalent) from a recognized university in any discipline and especially those being offered at the University;
• Should have held the position of a university professor or equivalent post in a recognized university or institution;
• Extensive research in the chosen discipline as demonstrated by publications;
• Extensive experience in curriculum development;
• Should have held similar position for a period of not less than five (5) years;
• Should have demonstrable management skills and experience;
• Should be willing to work for long hours especially during this period of the University development;
• Demonstrable ability to mobilize financial resources for the University;

All applications should be received by the undersigned via electronic mail or by post before December 15, 2012.
 

Chairman
Search Committee
P.O. Box 76632-00508, 

Nairobi
 

Email: ciu@gcaf.co

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AMREF Grants Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Grants Officer

Reference Number: KCO/GFTB/001/2012

Duty Station: Nairobi

Closing Date: 23 November 2012

We are looking for an individual who is organized, highly motivated and results oriented to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, to fill the following position.

The position reports to the Project Manager and is based in Nairobi.
 

Purpose of the Job:

To provide technical expertise and support of grant component and implementation.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the resources for grant component and ensuring equitable distribution and CSO compliance as per set guidelines.
• Working with the project Manager and the project team to harmonize and foster consistency in communication with all partners on issues that relate to grant component.
• Receiving and reviewing proposals/grant applications to assess compliance with relevant guidelines and carrying out technical reviews.
• Assisting in reviewing and finalizing budgets with the CSOs and approval, preparation of contracts/agreements for the CSOs and the follow up on compliance.
• Providing feedback to all the applicants and handling the grant application in consultation with the Project Manager.
• Participating in the pre-funding capacity assessment of the potential grantees and following up training to build their skills.
• Mentoring CSOs and providing technical advice and capacity development to CSOs to plan, implement, monitor and report on grants awarded.
• Receiving and reviewing grants reports for all funded CSOs and recommend any measures that may be appropriate for the success of the project.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors Degree in Commerce or its equivalent and CPA(K) or its equivalent.  
• Must be ICT proficient.  
• At least four years of relevant NGO work experience in CSOs grants management.  
• The candidate should have proven abilities in managing CSOs grants, understanding of community development issues, proven capacity building and mentoring for grass-root CSOs, pre- funding assessment, contract design, compliance management, data analysis, budget and report review for CSOs.  
• Knowledge of TB and HIV/AIDS policy issues.  
• Good report writing, communication and presentation skills. 
• Team player and demonstrates high integrity.

Interested candidates should quote the position and reference number (KCO/GFTB/001/2012) in the subject matter and send their CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org do not attach certificates and testimonials.

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 23rd November 2012.  

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
 

At no point does AMREF ask for money in its recruitment process.

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AMREF Administration Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Administration Manager

Reference Number: KCO/ADMIN/001/2012

Duty Station: Nairobi

Closing Date: 23 November 2012

We are looking for individuals who are organized, highly motivated and results oriented to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, to fill the following positions.
Purpose of the job:

To provide administration leadership and operations of the country programme.

Core Function:- The incumbent should have extensive experience in management and administration of procurement, transport & fleet management, maintenance, renovation and construction of buildings, assets and inventory management and utilities management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership through co-ordination and supervision of the implementation of administration strategies.
• Design and implement administration policies by establishing standards and procedures, measuring results against standards and making necessary adjustments.
• Ensure efficient and effective management of administration functions including quality improvement and quality control of administration functions.
• Supervises the efficient and effective running of procurement, transport & fleet management, buildings maintenance and utilities.
• Maintains an up to date inventory and asset register for all AMREF fixed assets.
• Co-ordinates management of facilities, general insurance and contract management.
• Manages department’s resources including staff, budgets and assets.
• Preparation of annual administration budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.
• Reviews and analyzes administration function reports and summarizes them for information sharing and implementation as necessary.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of a Masters Degree in Business Administration or its equivalent with over five (5) years of relevant work experience.  
• Professional training in procurement will be an added advantage.  
• Must be ICT proficient and hands on experience in procurement and fleet management systems.
• Should have good interpersonal skills, good written and oral communication skills, ability to prioritize duties and work under minimal supervision.

Interested candidates should quote the position and reference number (KCO/ADMIN/001/2012) in the subject matter and send their CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org - do not attach certificates and testimonials.

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, 23rd November, 2012.  

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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AMREF Security Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Security Manager

Reference Number: KCO/ART/001/2012

Duty Station: Nairobi

Closing Date: 23 November 2012

AMREF is looking for an organised, highly motivated and results oriented individual to join a dynamic team and help bring lasting health change in Africa, in the position of Security Manager. 

This position is based in Nairobi and reports to the Country Director.
 

Purpose of the Job

To provide leadership and management of all security concerns in Kenya and act as the focal person for AMREF global security.
 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain an AMREF joint Security Risk Management System
• Provide leadership, advice and counsel to all staff and management across AMREF in achieving current and long range strategic security objectives
• Monitor and evaluate performance on key security issues and programs, recommend corrective action programs as appropriate
• Responsible to perform annual risk analysis for the country, particularly with respect to level of crime, terrorism, workplace violence, threats from natural and manmade disasters which should be reviewed on a quarterly basis or as necessary
• Lead in communication on security matters and disaster recovery
• Ensure that the appropriate level of training is provided for all staff on disasters; fire and bomb procedures; use of technical equipment and routine security duties
• Maintain knowledge of complex industry trends, current security issues and security technology and update management on risk and threat that could impact AMREF business

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors Degree in Peace and Security Studies or its equivalent with over five (5) years of relevant work experience. 
• Proficient in ICT and experience in cybercrime prevention and management. 
• NGO Experience will be an added advantage. 
• Should have knowledge of humanitarian security principles and procedures. 
• Should have experience in writing and implementing security policies and procedures and development of disaster management plans. 
• Should have sound working knowledge of security best practices and legislations affecting security. 
• Demonstrated sound judgment and decision making skills, with a ‘hands on’, problem solving approach, able to remain calm under pressure and take control of incidents. 
• Should have strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills, excellent communication, influencing, negotiating and engagement skills.

Interested candidates should quote the position and reference number (KCO/SECURITY/002/2012) in the subject matter and send their CV and application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org - do not attach certificates and testimonials.

The closing date for submitting applications is Friday, November 23, 2012. 

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy. 

At no point does AMREF ask for money in its recruitment process. 

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UNDP National Individual Consultant to Review and Documentation of the Consequences of the 2007 Post General Election Violence

National Individual Consultant
 

Review and Documentation of the Consequences of the 2007 Post General Election Violence
 

Background
 

Kenya held the fourth multiparty General Election on 27th December, 2007. The dispute that followed the announcement of the result of that election by the Election Commission of Kenya (ECK) on 30th December, 2007 quickly degenerated into an unprecedented sevenweek long spate of violence in the Coast, Nairobi, Nyanza, Rift Valley and Western Provinces. 

The conflict led to an estimated loss of 1,200 lives, dislocation of about 301,000 people, destruction of property, heightened ethnic hatred and general destruction of social and economic life. UNDP as a long term development partner played a crucial role in facilitating and ensuring peace negotiations, mobilizing Development Partners and recovery efforts. 

As Kenya prepares for the forth coming election in March 4, 2013, it is very important as part of peace advocacy and civic education that the effects of the 2007 general elections are documented as a cautionary measure against repetition.
 

Objective
 

Assessment of the impact of the post-election on the lives of the affected population.
 

Application Procedure
 

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application which should include the following:
 

1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae
 

2. UNDP Personal History Form (P11) ( template provided)
 

3. Proposal for implementing the assignment (template provided)
 

Please quote “Review and Documentation – 2007 Post General Election Violence” on the subject line.
 

Applications should be emailed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than Tuesday, 20 November 2012 at 12.00 Noon, Kenya Time.
 

Please see the Terms of Reference, the P11 form, the Individual Contract Proposal form and the Terms and Conditions of Individual Contracts under by visiting the UNDP Kenya Website:
http://www.ke.undp.org/index.php/procurements

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Marketing / Field Officer Job in Kiambu Kenya

Vacancy: Marketing / Field Officer
 

Organization: Christian Entrepreneurs Sacco ltd (CHESS)

We are a Christian Sacco based in Kiambu town; we have been in operation since 1997.

During which, we have been lending to and supporting Christian entrepreneurs to grow their business. 

Currently we seek to recruit an additional staff member to join our organization. 

Interested persons should meet the criteria listed below:

• Be a lady below 30 yrs
• Possess Sound virtues of integrity, honesty and responsibility
• Possess a diploma in marketing
• Be computer literate and be willing to learn our software
• Have sound communication skills with a good command of English and Swahili
• Have marketing Experience of at least one year
• KATC Final will be an added advantage.

Interested candidates should make an application to chesskenya@gmail.com before or on 30th November 2012

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Kenyan Job: Front Desk Services Job Description

Front Desk Services Job Description
 

General Purpose
 

Provision of secretarial, clerical and administrative support in order to ensure Front desk services are provided in an effective and efficient manner.

• Receive all visitors in a warm manner and attend to them promptly
• Promptly attend to and redirect calls in a timely and professional manner
• Take accurate messages
• Ensure the reception area is neat always
• Timely replenishment of office supplies
• Correspondence – maintain records of correspondence that is received and dispatched.
• Filing
• Provide support to Admin/Sales & Finance Function  as the need arises

Education & Experience / Personal Attribute

• Secretarial/Front Office Training
• Experience in handling the Front desk
• Warm personality
• Diploma in a Business related field.

Kindly send your CV  to recruitkenya@kimberly-ryan.net if interested in the position.

Your subject line should have; Front Desk Position

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Quantity Surveyor Job opportunity in Kenya

Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor with experience in consulting for one of its clients.

The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the following:

• Preparation of Bills of Quantities;
• Conduct cost estimations and taking off;
• Carry out re-measurements;
• Prepare financial statement/appraisals;
• Compute financial accounts.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying (previously Building Economics);
• Registered with the Board of Registration of Architects & Quantity Surveyors;
• 3-5  years working post graduate building works experience preferably in private sector;
• A good grasp of the Agreement and Conditions of Building Contract for Building;
• Ability to represent the firm in Site Meetings and Consultant/Client Meetings;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Leadership skills;
• Ability to be adaptable, flexible and learn quickly;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Written and Oral communication skills;
• Planning and organizing skills.

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@dpckenya.com

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted

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Trade Development Representative Job in Kenya

Job Title: Trade Development Representative
 

Deadline: 20/11/2012
 

Email: recruit@odumont.com
 

Main purpose of the job
 

Implementing sales and customer service plans to deliver area targets and provide market intelligence data and reports with a specific assignment in the Off the Road products (OTR). 

This area involves tyres and other related products for road construction, mining and earth moving machinery.

Among others, key accountabilities will include:-

• Preparing the universe market for OTR tyres in Kenya, UG and TZ
• Mapping out the target outlets for OTR Tyres beginning with kenya
• Estimating market sales potential in units and value per month and annually.
• Developing an efficient route to market plan and implement
• Planning and delivering monthly, weekly and daily sales targets for the OTR category
• Coordinating collection of sales proceeds within the approved terms of trade
• Managing route plans and customer calls by ensuring market coverage within plan
• Identifying opportunities and negotiating for incremental business in the Off The Road Category
• Coordinating implementation of merchandising and promotional activities
• Collecting and collating market intelligence/research on competitor activities and other market trends for competitive advantage
• Determining and coordinating  of territory reporting and communication requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in mechanical engineering, a certification in sales and marketing will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years comparable experience in marketing of FMCG or engineering products.( experience in a sales  function in areas related to OTR Machines or having worked in the OTR industry)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• High customer orientation
• Clean Driving License

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@odumont.com  before end of day 20 November 2012. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Property Maintenance Manager Job in Kenya

Job Title: Property Maintenance Manager
 

Deadline: 20 November 2012
 

Email: recruit@odumont.com

Main Purpose of the Role 

Providing efficient and effective support in ensuring that the company’s properties are well maintained to the required standards of the organization.
 

Among others, key accountabilities will include:-

• Ensures proper day to day management of company properties
• Supervision of service providers
• Ensuring building systems and equipments are serviced in accordance to existing laws and requirements.
• Ensuring compliance to existing laws, statutes, regulations and procedures
• Preparing annual property maintenance budgets and scheduling expenditures for property maintenance.
• Maintains the property by investigating and resolving tenant complaints; inspecting and completing repairs; liaising with service providers.
• Secures property by liaising with security provider; establishing and enforcing precautionary policies and procedures; responding to emergencies.
• Enforces occupancy policies and procedures.
• Performs daily inspection of the property and arranges for property renovations and maintenance.
• Preparing inventories for items to be replaced and list of equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Diploma in Building &/Construction or its equivalent
• Minimum 2 years experience in Property Management
• Basic Knowledge of Electrical and Plumbing Works
• Presentable with Good Communication and problem solving Skills
• Ability to supervise other staff & work as a team
• Knowledge of building systems and an understanding of preventive, deferred and routine maintenance
• Ability to interface with accountants, advocates, contractors and other professionals both internally and externally
• Record keeping and organizational skills
• Good knowledge of property laws and procedures

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@odumont.com  before end of day 20 November 2012. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Marketing Officer Job Career in Limuru Kenya

Position: Marketing Officer

Duration: one year renewable

Deadline: 14th November, 2012 - COB

The Marketing Officer will be expected to:

• Be a Kenyan aged above 25 years
• Recruit and train new members from the targeted regions,
• Attend to the groups and act as the link between the organization and the grassroots members,
• Ensure that existing groups are nurtured to meet their targets and goals,
• Develop weekly performance reports and advise the Organization on the best practices,
• Represent the organization at the grassroots level,
• Have an understanding of the ‘table banking’ concept,
• Be of impeccable character and integrity.

The Marketing Officer is expected to be a critical thinker, be willing to spend long periods with the communities at the grassroots, of excellent judgment, able to develop a rapport with local communities – especially rural women, and have some basic understanding of Accounts. 

Formal training in Marketing is mandatory. 

Previous experience in micro finance or Sacco environment is desirable. 

The position is based in Limuru with frequent travel to the field.

Qualified candidates are required to send a detailed CV with two professional referees, a motivation letter not more than one page and expected salary by 14th November, 2012 to vac.tudep@gmail.com

 Only successful candidates will be notified.

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Office Assistant Job in Limuru Kenya

Position: Office Assistant

Duration: one year renewable

Deadline: 14th November, 2012 - COB

A middle level Non Governmental Organization dealing with women empowerment is looking for an Office Assistant.  

The OA duties include office management, clerical duties, book keeping and occasionally, though not often, attending to field duties whenever called upon to fill-in. 

The ideal candidate is supposed to be:

• A Kenyan citizen aged above 25 years,
• Must have office management training and experience,
• Must have training in Accounts, at least KATC finalist,
• Conversant with statutory deductions, general book keeping and bank reconciliation,
• Willing to work long hours whenever necessary,
• Must have a critical eye for detail and a good communicator,
• Computer literate.

The above position is based in Limuru town. 

Qualified candidates are required to send a detailed CV with two professional referees, a motivation letter not more than one page and expected salary by 14th November, 2012 to vac.tudep@gmail.com

Previous experience working in Micro-finance/ Sacco environment will be an added advantage. 

No certificates are required at this level. 

Only successful candidates will be notified.

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Safaricom Job in Kenya for Territory Manager

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Enterprise Strategic Business Unit.  

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Territory Manager
Ref: ESBU-TM-NOV 2012

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the job holder will meet overall revenue and acquisition targets for the assigned territory and work with Data Dealers and Safaricom Business Partners to develop, manage and expand the customer base and grow revenues.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of plans to achieve set billed revenue targets through the dealers and partners in the territory;
• Setting challenging targets for the dealers and partners and ensuring their achievement;
• Proper management of dealer and partner sales trackers and ensuring enough sales pipelines to achieve the revenue targets;
• Effectively manage the existing/newly acquired dealers and partners in terms of quality of service provided, revenue performance, sales process end to end and compliance to contractual agreement requirements;
• Regular performance review with all dealers and partners and documentation of the same;
• Conduct DOSA as per company standards and ensure all dealers/ Partners have valid agreements;
• Propose new areas of development and growth for dealers managed;
• Skill gap identification for dealer and partner sales team and training to close the identified gaps;
• Proactively attend to dealer and customer related issues and build long lasting business relations/partnership with assigned dealers;
• Maintain 100% accuracy on reporting on information relevant to dealers and dissemination of the same to the dealers managed;
• Timely submission of territory report, Sales executive’s performance review reports;
• Prepare up to date profile of accounts within the territory and up to date competitor intelligence.

Minimum Requirements

• Honors degree in Business Administration/Bachelor of Commerce degree from a recognized university;
• Must have 3 years experience in managing dealers or an indirect channel preferably in FMCG;
• Experience in managing indirect channel in a telecoms environment is an added advantage;
• Strong business Acumen;
• Team player with pleasant outgoing personality & resilience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proactive, confident, energetic & with ability to work under pressure.

If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and Ref No to the address below by Thursday the 15th  November 2011.

Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Limited
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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