Mining Engineer Job in Kenya

Mining Engineer

Reference: ME _2013
Recruiter: Altima Africa Ltd
Contract: Permanent
Location: Nairobi 

Available: ASAP
Category: Experienced 

Offer: Neg.

Profile Introduction

Our Client, the leading indigenous construction company in Kenya, seeks to recruit a Mining Engineer tasked with identifying and managing mining locations and planning mining operations, specifying processes, labor usage, and equipment that will result in safe, economical, and environmentally sound mining.

Minimum Requirements

• A degree in geology, mining engineering, mineral or quarry engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of ten years experience in Mining operations

Job Specification- Mining Engineer
General Roles

• Select or develop mineral location, extraction, and production methods, based on factors such as safety, cost, and deposit characteristics.
• Monitor mine production rates to assess operational effectiveness.
• Inspect mining areas for unsafe structures, equipment, and working conditions.
• Design, implement, and monitor the development of mines, facilities, systems, or equipment.
• Devise solutions to problems of land reclamation and water and air pollution, such as methods of storing excavated soil and returning exhausted mine sites to natural states.
• Lay out, direct, and supervise mine construction operations, such as the construction of shafts and tunnels.
• Evaluate data to develop new mining products, equipment, or processes.
• Select or devise materials-handling methods and equipment to transport ore, waste materials, and mineral products efficiently and economically.
• Examine maps, deposits, drilling locations, or mines to determine the location, size, accessibility, contents, value, and potential profitability of mineral, oil, and gas deposits.
• Conduct or direct mining experiments to test or prove research findings.
• Implement and coordinate mine safety programs, including the design and maintenance of protective and rescue equipment and safety devices.
• Assessing the commercial viability of new mining ventures and reclaiming mine sites;
• Preparing plans for mines, for example tunnels and shafts for underground mines;

Other Roles

• In the long term design, develop, and implement computer applications for use in mining operations such as mine design, modeling, or mapping or for monitoring mine conditions.
• Prepare technical reports for use by mining, engineering, and management personnel.
• Prepare schedules, reports, and estimates of the costs involved in developing and operating mines.

Key Responsibilities

• staff activities, either in one site section or throughout an entire mine;
• filling in disused mine shafts;
• managing monthly budgets and keeping detailed records
• Ascertaining extraction risks
• Ensuring that operations comply with health and safety requirements
• Liaising with and advising managerial and technical staff (geologists, engineers etc.)

Competencies

• Confidence
• Ability to work independently as well as team working skills
• Strong technical skills/capabilities
• Managerial skills
• IT skills

How to Apply

• If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online by 5pm, 17th March 2013.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Nacico Sacco Tellers, Clerks, Marketing, Banking, Account, Customer Care and Security Jobs in Kenya

Nacico Sacco is a well established Savings and Credit Society situated within Nairobi. 

t wishes to fill the below listed vacancies that occurred in its establishment.

Tellers - (2No.)

Reporting to the Senior Banking Officer the holder will receive, receipt, pay and maintain accurate financial records.

Requirements:

• C+ in KCSE.
• CPA part 11 or Level 2 of HD;
• Computer literate
• Experience over 5years.

Data Clerk:

Reporting to the ICT Manager. The holder is expected to configure equipment performing first line hardware, support integration of various systems, supervision and training of staff. 

Routine montoring of performance, system security maintenance, taking backups and assist in production of timely reports.

Requirements:

• HND in Information Management Technology or KNEC equivalent.
• IMIS or its equivalent.
• Experience over 4 years.

Marketing Officer:

Reporting to Marketing Manager. The holder is expected to develop a marketing strategy for the Society.

Manage and implement marketing activities in the society. Develop and implement Customer Care strategies.

Generate and share market intelligence on competition and products for regional use, supervise, train and preparation of management reports.

Requirements:

• HND or Degree in Marketing..

Audit Clerk:

 
Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the holder is expected to evaluate the reliability of financial statements by reviewing general journals, payroll journal, accounts payable and receivable, bank deposits, vouchers and other financial documents. 

Budget audit and analysis on new programs and new contracts to determine appropriateness of each item.

Requirements:

• C+ in KCSE
• CPA Part 11 and computer literate.
• 3 years’ experience.

Retail And Banking Manager (1NO.):

Reporting to the DCEO. The holder is expected to manage and supervise retail banking, Management and development of retail products, guidance, assistance and support to operational areas, staff training and communication and compliance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Business related and seven years in related diversified bank management experience and or training.
• Must have experience at management and supervisory level in operation sales and member lending areas.

Accountant:

Reporting to Retail banking Manager. 

Duties includes reconciliation functions of Sasa, Preparation of the monthly Income and expenditure. 

Ensure timely and correct posting to the general ledger and subsidiary ledger.

Requirements:

• Degree in any business related field and CPA 11.
• 3 years’ experience.

Customer Service Officer  

(Public Relation Officer -SASA):

Respond to general queries and request for information. Gather information for inhouse and marketing activities. 

Advice the members on their statements and addressing queries concerning the statements.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Public relations. Professional qualification and skills.
• Management course, computer literate.
• 3 years’ experience.

Caretaker/Security Supervisor:

Reports to Plaza Manager. Duties include supervising the security in the plaza building as well as a caretaker for the building.

Requirements:

• C+ in KCSE.
• Diploma in security related courses.

Your application must reach the below address not later than 27th March 2013.

Chairman Nacico Sacco Soc. Ltd.
P. O. BOX 34525-00100,
Nairobi.

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Remyitech Limited Business Development Expert Job in Kenya

Remyitech Limited is a multi-industry SME start-up that is seeking to recruit a Business Development Expert to oversee its market penetration, productivity, and profitability. 

With flagship services in tourism, technology, energy, water, agribusiness, e-services, and construction
industries, the successful candidate will be an industrious, well experienced, self-driven entrepreneur with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration. 

The position requires a natural leader who:

• enjoys operating in uncertain environments, 
• sees opportunities in challenges, 
• works independently, 
• is flexible, open-minded, and adapts readily to changing roles,
• has outstanding planning and organizational skills, 
• has very good business network and performance orientation,
• communicates effectively, 
• is good in marketing and sales, 
• is an articulate and persuasive negotiator with dynamic influencing skills, 
• can prepare financial and accounting reports, 
• can gather and analyse market intelligence reports, 
• is eager to model others to succeed, 
• has a disciplined and methodical approach to handling multiple projects in the outlined sectors simultaneously, and 
• is technology-savvy with very good knowledge of social media.

Your duties and responsibilities will entail: 

• Identifying business opportunities in the multiple industries of interest
• Identifying and signing partnership deals of business value to the company
• Developing strategic and operational plans for identified opportunities 
• Identifying sales leads, pitching goods or services to new clients and maintaining a good working relationship with new contacts 
• Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings to close deals 
• Planning and preparing sales and marketing presentations 
• Communicating new products, services, and solutions to prospective clients
• Writing reports

If you believe you possess these qualities, please apply by email to info@remyitech.com with a cover letter not exceeding two pages explaining your demonstrated expertise in entrepreneurship or setting up, managing or working in organizations in a multi-industry environment and a CV not exceeding three pages presenting your relevant attributes. 

An initial contract of two years will be offered, with possibility of extension depending on performance. Remyitech Limited is an equal opportunity employer: women, persons with disabilities, persons from the minorities or disadvantaged groups are therefore encouraged to also apply. 

Applications should be received not later than 30 March 2013.

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Business Line Manager Job in Kenya

Job Title: Business Line Manager
 

Reference: BLM_2013

Recruiter: Altima Africa Ltd 

Contract: Permanent
 

Location: Nairobi 

Available: ASAP
 

Category: Experienced 

Offer: Neg
 

Profile Introduction
 

Our client is seeking to recruit a Business Line Manager- HR Services who will be responsible for
developing and supporting a unique recruitment services business unit.
 

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three (3) years sales experience in the services sector, an undergraduate degree and a demonstrated understanding of the Human Resource industry and Labour Laws in Kenya. 

Candidates with people management experience will have an added advantage.
 

Minimum Requirements

• Three years of sales experience preferably in the service industry
• An undergraduate degree preferably in a business related field
• Understanding of the Human Resource industry and Labour Laws in Kenya
• Candidates with people management experience will have an added advantage

Job Specification

• Operations Management: Client’s serviced according to Service Level Agreements.
• Branch and team management
• Manage legal and financial risk through statutory and legislative compliance adherence
• Manage the team’s internal procedural and company policy compliance through conducting regular branch audits ensuring optimal client service and risk elimination
• Business development through organized and coordinated sales activity
• Client contracts/ pricing: Manage financial viable or compliant SLA’s for clients
• Effective reporting: Track trends, forecasts and strategy plans
• Build and maintain client and associates relationships as a combined and operations team and effective inter-departmental procedural work flow participation thereby contributing towards quality service delivery.
• Management of collections
• Undertake business development activities from lead generation to deals closure in line with set targets
• Manage key accounts to maintain and grow market share with new and existing clients
• Manage and monitor the performance of staff at unit level
• Oversee back office operations at unit level
• Manage and monitor the unit’s financial performance

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Self motivated; high level of energy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Supervisory experience, preferably of a team of at least three people
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Operating knowledge of financial management

How to apply
 

If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and
apply online by 5pm, 21st March 2013.
 

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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Purchasing Manager Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Purchasing Manager
 

Reports to: Group Financial Controller

Our client a group of companies in the manufacturing sector with Interests in steel, cement and the construction Industry is seeking to fill the vacancy of a Purchasing Manager. 

The potential candidate should be flexible, dynamic and ready to work in Kenya and in the international market.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Seek best spare products and services with the least costs from reliable suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, and grant contracts that ensure the right amount of the product or service is received when it is needed.
• Research sales records and inventory levels of current stock, find foreign and domestic suppliers, and stay current on any changes in either the supply of or demand for needed products and materials.
• Finding good suppliers and evaluate them on multiple criteria (price, quality, service support, availability, reliability, selection, etc.).
• Study catalogs, industry and company publications, directories, and trade journals, Internet. Reputation and history of a supplier is important when soliciting for bids.
• Use meetings, trade shows, conferences, and suppliers’ plants and distribution centers to inspect products and services, assess a supplier’s production and distribution capabilities, and discuss other relevant considerations.
• Be familiar with the technical aspects of the goods or services you purchase.
• Storing past bids and offers, tracking supplier performance,
• Supervises subordinate personnel including delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and guidelines in the purchasing field.
• Monitors frequency of purchases and recommends possible options to increase effectiveness of purchasing power.
• Responsible for sourcing and establish professional relationship with competitive suppliers who offer quality and credit terms suitable to the company
• Responsible for effective periodical market survey and proficient bargaining to optimize the company's profits
• Responsible for the fore planning of the departments expectations and rendered services to the respective units
• Responsible for transportation logistical arrangements for the group
• Ensures that there are no alterations of documents and where they exist, are properly approved
• Ensures that items required are obtained when needed, in right quantities and best prices;

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors Degree in Supplies, procurement or related Engineering course
• Professional Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies management
• 6 to10 years experience in the manufacturing sector in East Africa
• SAP User skills an Added advantage
• Preferably Indian or Kenyan with Asian origin.
• Quality cautious  with positive exposure in the manufacturing or construction industries
• Good organizational skills which will enable positive performance management.
• Good communication skills  and a Good negotiator
• Knowledge of the local and international market
• Knowledge of the legal aspects related to the job function
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software: Word and Excel and other material management software systems.

Qualified candidates are required to send their cover letters and Resumes to apply@kenyajobsconnection.com by 30th March 2013.

Ensure “Purchasing Manager” is the application’s Title

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IOM Project Development and Monitoring Assistant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy Notice No: SCO/016/2013
 

Position title: Project Development and Monitoring Assistant
 

Grade: G5/01
 

Unit: Project Development
 

Duty Station: IOM Somalia Coordinating Office in Nairobi, Kenya
 

Type of contract: 6 months Special Short Term contract with a possibility of extension.
 

Closing date: 25 March 2013
 

General Function:
 

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, IOM Somalia, and under the direct supervision of the Project Development Officer, based in Nairobi, the Project Development Assistant will provide technical assistance and facilitation in the development and design as well as the monitoring of new projects / programmes to be implemented Somalia, assist the mission in resource mobilization / fundraising and support establishing and maintaining close relations with donors and partners. 

In particular, he/she will carry out the following essential responsibilities:-

• Assist in the identification of potential programme activities and projects in line with IOM mandate and expertise;
• Assist in drafting/editing of project proposals in relevant IOM service areas including migration and development, labour migration, capacity building in migration management, return and reintegration activities, migration health, water and sanitation, humanitarian and post-conflict as well as stabilization activities in Somalia;
• Conduct desk research and take other action to prepare background information to support programme and project proposal development;
• Assist in drafting programs, projects, work plans, logical frameworks, results matrices and other project related documents in close coordination with the Project Development Officer, other IOM Somalia units and relevant authorities and public/private institutions;
• Assist in monitoring progress of projects and informing the Chief of Mission of project related problems and delays;
• Assist in providing technical and backstopping support for project development to colleagues at IOM Somalia as well as technical and logistic support in the organization of project and mission activities such as trips, visits, workshops and seminars;
• Assist in liaising and networking with IOM relevant partners (e.g. UN, NGOs, IGOs, private and public sector etc.);
• Assist in information collection and research for UN coordination activities and appeals, such as the CAP, the clusters, the CHF, the Joint Planning Unit, etc.;
• Assist in drafting/editing project intermediate and final reports as assigned by the Project Development Officer;
• Assist in liaising with the Regional Office and HQ as well as other IOM missions to ensure timely submission and donor compliance of project proposals and reports;
• Assist in maintaining continuous dialogue with donors, other IOM missions and HQ to facilitate a coordinated approach to project development and implementation; identify synergies with IOM programmes and make recommendations on donor/partner engagement;
• Assist the Project Development Officer in identifying and contacting potential donors and partners as well as researching and studying available funding opportunities for future IOM projects and developing donor profiles;
• Regularly update and maintain the resource mobilization matrix and other databases in cooperation with the Project Development Officer and other IOM staff;
• Represent IOM in coordination meetings with other development partners, UN agencies as well as national and international workshops, seminars and conferences as requested;
• Undertake duty travel as needed;
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned.

Desirable Competencies:
 

Behavioral:

• Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; 
• works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; 
• promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; 
• takes initiative; 
• plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• contributes to a collegial team environment; 
• incorporates gender related needs, perspectives and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; 
• works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM; 
• works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.

Technical:

• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; 
• effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; 
• works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country or regional objectives.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or an equivalent field of study.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience working in project development in the field of migration and/or development.
• Minimum of three years specific experience in East or the Horn of Africa.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in international or non-governmental organization(s).
• Strong reporting skills and proven experience writing and editing technical documents including project proposals, reports, concept notes, presentations and similar documents.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the migration context and current development planning in Somalia.
• Demonstrated capacity to reach out to and liaise with donors, partners and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with UN processes including the UNDAF, CHF, CAP and the cluster system.
• Good computer and IT skills, including MS Office suite.
• Fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of Somali language an advantage.

Method of Application: Interested candidates should submit CV and a cover letter indicating the Vacancy Notice Number, with three professional references and contacts (email or telephone) to the:
 

International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Human Resources Department
Gitanga Groove, off Gitanga Road
P.O. Box 1810 – 00606
Nairobi
 

OR Send by email to: hrsomalia@iom.int
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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BBC Media Research Officer Job in Kenya

BBC Media Action uses media and communications to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries. 

To achieve this, BBC Media Action partners with civil society, local media and governments to:

• Produce creative programmes in multi-media formats which inform and engage audiences around key development and humanitarian issues.
• Strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure.

Our aim is to inform, connect and empower people around the world and our work is built on insights from our research and engagement with communities. 

For this reason we seek to recruit an experienced professional to fill the role of:

Research Officer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and to be part of a dynamic global team of researchers. 

The Research Officer will contribute to the design, implementation, reporting and dissemination of high quality research, which will be used to inform and evaluate project and programme activities. 

S/he will play a key role in ensuring that both quantitative and qualitative research is conducted and analysed to the highest standard and that strict codes of ethics are adhered to.

Candidates must have:

1. Tertiary qualifications in the social sciences, preferably in development studies, project/ business management, mass-communication or other relevant educational background.
2. 3 years experience in a robust research environment within an INGO, a research organisation or a media/commercial enterprise.
3. Strong quantitative research and analysis skills, including cleaning and manipulating large data sets, data processing and analysis.
4. Strong statistical techniques including regression and factor analysis using SPSS.
5. Good understanding of qualitative research and data analysis, ensuring that the interpretation of data supports programme/project design.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 22nd March 2013

Candidates must be Kenyan citizens. Candidates who meet the specifications should submit a covering letter and CV in one document to infokenya@bbcmediaaction.org with the job title clearly stated in the subject line.

Please note that applications which do not include both the covering letter and CV in one document will not be considered.

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KWS Business Dev, Risk Manager, Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya. 

The Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at the Headquarters.

1. Head - Marketing & Business Development - Job Grade “3b” - One (1) Vacancy

Reporting to the Deputy Director Strategy & Change, the overall responsibility will be to steer the formulation and implementation of sustainable marketing and business strategies and initiatives that will make KWS self supporting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, formulate and review marketing & business policies & strategies that can optimize benefits to KWS.
• Develop and execute marketing plans and programmes, both short & long term, to ensure the profit growth and expansion of service products.
• Research, analyze and monitor financial, technological and demographic factors so that market opportunities may be capitalized and the effect of competitive activity minimized.
• Develop and implement appropriate business systems and managing KWS tourism facilities to meet customers’ expectations.
• Develop tourism products and determine the appropriate pricing and marketing strategies that can optimize benefits to the organization.
• Ensure timely and accurate tourism related management information is provided to stake holders and ensure appropriate MoUs with the stakeholders are written in line with the policy.
• Explore potential commercial business opportunities to KWS.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the KWS business status.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business related discipline, tourism or travel and tours.
• Masters Degree in Business Administration with specialization in marketing management or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Team player with excellent managerial, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Communication, report writing, interpretation of scientific and financial journals, legal documents, response to customer enquiries and complaints and negotiation skills are a must.
• ICT skills.
• Must be a member of a recognized professional body.
• Minimum five (5) years working experience at senior management level.
• Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing business and market strategies.

2. Risk Manager - Job Grade “4” - One (1) Vacancy – Re-advertisement

Reporting to the Head Internal Audit and Risk, the overall responsibility will be to develop and maintain a risk management strategy for the Service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a risk management strategy for the Service.
• Develop and implement systems, policies and procedures for identification, collection and analysis of risk related information.
• Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of controls and methodology established by management to ensure that identified risks are appropriately mitigated at both strategic and operational level.
• Participate in the formulation and review of risk management and control activities for the Service to ensure they meet the set objectives and are worthwhile investments.
• Understand the environmental risk management systems and controls in conservation and put in place controls to monitor the full implementation of these systems with a focus on risk aggregation.
• Develop a model for assessing risk and templates to be used by technical staff to assess the level of risk.
• Review new and on-going management plans to ensure that they are carried out only after a comprehensive risk assessment is done.
• Prepare reports for the Board Audit and Risk Committee and Senior Management in respect of ecological risk.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University.
• Certification in risk management will be an added advantage.
• At least three (3) years working experience in risk management in a reputable organization.
• Good understanding of key drivers that influence and determine strategic decisions.
• Self motivated with ability to meet tight deadlines.
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a positive attitude towards work.
• Good understanding of techniques to manage and mitigate operational risks.
• Willing to challenge the status quo.

3. Senior Internal Auditor (Operations & Systems Audit) - Job Grade “6” - Two (2) Vacancies

Reporting to the Manager – Internal Audit, the overall responsibility will be to provide support to Internal Audit Department in order to achieve its objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of annual audit work plans.
• Preparation of audit programs.
• Undertake financial, operational and investigative audits.
• Undertake detailed Information Systems audits.
• Supervision of internal auditors.
• Continuous risk assessment of strategic and operational risks.
• Review of final accounts and management reports.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics or IT.
• Must be CPA /ACCA Finalist or holder of equivalent qualification.
• CISA will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge in use of CAATs e.g. ACL, IDEA.
• Knowledge of BSC performance management system will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience in a reputable organization

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact - both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees, to reach the undersigned not later than Monday 25th March, 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Director
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi

KWS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture; women and persons with disabilities are therefore encouraged to apply.

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Final Evaluation Team Leader, Natural Resource Management and Biodiversity Conservation Program, Kenya

Final Evaluation Team Leader,
 

Natural Resource Management and Biodiversity Conservation Program, Kenya

Company Profile:  MSI is a Washington, D.C.-based international development firm providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. Since its 1981 founding, MSI has grown in size and technical scope, now implementing and managing more than 70 projects worldwide. 

More than 30 are long-term, many in conflict-prone or fragile states that include Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

Today, our range of technical expertise includes analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth, strategic planning, organizational capacity building, health and the justice sector. MSI focuses on helping our local partners foster progress, manage change and improve the effectiveness of development assistance. 

We expanded our global footprint in 2008 by becoming part of Coffey International Development, a leading development firm that is part of Coffey International Limited, a publicly traded company on the Australia Stock Exchange. Alongside Coffey, MSI has corporate offices in 17 countries. 

Together, MSI and Coffey International Development employ more than 1,400 professionals worldwide. 

For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project / Proposal Summary: 
 

Under this task order, MSI will conduct a final performance evaluation of the Laikipia Natural Resource Management and Biodiversity Conservation Program primarily for compliance and learning. 

The evaluation will serve three primary purposes: 

1) to examine the extent to which the project’s objectives and goals – at all results levels – have been achieved; 

2) to understand if the interventions have resulted into improved conditions and diversity of natural resources in the rangelands, forests, wildlife and river systems; and 

3) to capture lessons that can be applied to current and future interventions in the Laikipia landscape.  

The findings will be presented to: the Agriculture, Business, and Environment Office (ABEO) within USAID/Kenya. In addition, ABEO expects findings to be shared with Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) and other Funding Partners (FPs) engaged in similar activities in Laikipia County.

Position Summary:
 

The Team Leader will work closely with a technical specialist to answer evaluation questions that address key issues of project impact, design, sustainability and lessons or best practices that are relevant for future programming.  

The questions should be considered both at a partnership or management level across LWF activities and also at the activity level for each resource – rangelands, forests, wildlife and water.

Responsibilities:
 

The Team Leader will address the following key questions:

• How has the project performed in terms of achieving projected results and impact, and how effective is the M&E system in measuring them?
• Has the project interventions resulted into improved conditions and diversity of natural resources in the rangelands, forests, and river systems and how can this be scaled up to a wider landscape level? 
• What factors beyond the control of LWF played a significant role in affecting, positively or negatively, the underlying challenges the project sought to address, and what was done to adjust the project design to those factors?

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in monitoring and evaluation, research methodology, or related field.
• Ten years of professional experience in implementing, monitoring and evaluating development programs in developing countries, particularly in Africa, with extensive experience leading evaluations – preferably with experience on USAID economic growth evaluations relating to natural resource management and development projects. 
• Strong background in social and cultural issues affecting rural development, including gender.
• In depth understanding of natural resource management and biodiversity conservation.
• Demonstrated written communications skills, especially in drafting evaluations, assessments and reports, required.
• Familiarity with USAID Forward quality evaluation standards and requirements.
• Must be willing to travel to remote areas of Kenya.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. 

No phone calls, please.

To apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com.

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TEREF Emergency WASH Volunteer Officer Job in Kenya

Emergency WASH Volunteer Officer - TEREF
 

Job Location: Nairobi - St John Programs in Kenya (SJKP) Headquarters
 

Job Description:
 

For nearly 83 years St John Programs in Kenya has been on the forefront in facilitating sustainable appropriate, affordable health and development to the hard to reach and poor of the poor communities. 

We work with communities, our dedicated volunteers, Government line ministries and various relevant departments and likeminded stakeholders to deliver this.
 

Our Approach
 

St John Kenya Programs has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to health, economic development, disasters, Conflicts and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.
 

Program Background
 

For nearly 83 years SJKP has been on the forefront in facilitating sustainable appropriate, affordable health and development to the hard to reach and poor of the poor communities. 

We work with communities, our dedicated volunteers, Government line ministries and various relevant departments and likeminded stakeholders to deliver this.
 

Our Approach
 

St John Kenya Programs has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to health, economic development, disasters, Conflicts and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.
 

The Tana River Emergency Program (TEREF)
 

During the recent inter ethnic clashes conflicts in Tana River, more than 100 people were confirmed died, hundreds of households displaced, houses and livelihoods were destroyed. Hospitals and clinics were overwhelmed by the increased number of patients, and their supplies rapidly depleted. 

Nurses and doctors from ‘wrong’ communities had to flee for their lives even as tensions and ethnic animosity escalated. Hundreds had gone through traumatic experiences; women and children had been forced to flee their only shelters and homes. 

Majority of the IDPS have now been integrated into communities around, however poor Sanitation and hygienic practices   have rendered many children susceptible to life threatening diseases like diarrhoea and Respiratory Tract Infection (RTI). Normalcy is slowly returning, although inter-ethnic cohesion is still a dream that is yet to be realized  

Since  February 2013 SJKP in partnership  with MoH and other stakeholders  with support from the International Office designed the TEREF
 

The main objective of the programme is to improve the holistic well being of victims of adversarial groups in Tana River, specifically women and Children
 

Program outcome: increased resilience and coping mechanism levels among women and children at risk in Tana River County through the following key strategic interventions

Job Summary

The WASH Officer’s main tasks lie in the assessment, analysis and prioritization of urgent WASH response needs, the designing, implementation and coordination of emergency WASH interventions, and the training of local staff and stakeholders in WASH related topics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assessment

• Provide water, sanitation and hygiene sectoral leadership and expertise in relevant needs assessments and analysis.
• Conduct initial rapid assessment of current situation in collaboration with health workers and affected population; determine priorities and immediate activities and resources.
• Represent SJKP to stakeholders and Governmental and non-Governmental agencies
• Assess in-country resources and capacities (human, material and financial) for response with relevant staff and agencies.

2. Programme Design

• Define aims and objectives of the overall WASH response programme.
• Design an appropriate overall response to the current emergency, taking into account the needs of the community; the current levels of capacity and cooperation within the Health structures; and eventual expanding of current programs.
• Select and design water systems including source selection (ground water, surface water), abstraction, storage, treatment and distribution for new systems and/or the rehabilitation of old systems.
• Select and design the most appropriate form of sanitation system (to include excreta disposal, vector control, solid waste disposal, drainage) taking full account of local conditions, resources, customs and cultural norms.
• Select and design, in collaboration with other actors a suitable hygiene promotion strategy
• Ensure that issues of protection, gender, livelihoods, DRR and environmental impact, operation and maintenance and sustainability are factored into the programme design.
• Ensure Sphere standards both qualitative and quantitative are considered and any departures documented.
• Develop letters of intent, concept papers, budgets and proposals in respect of the above.

3. Response Management and Implementation

• Plan and manage WASH programme in a phased and prioritised manner with full consultation and co-ordination with SJKP staff and other agencies both governmental and non-governmental.
• Ensure gender is fully considered throughout the project cycle with women being enabled to influence decision- making around WASH issues.
• Organize with the logistics and finance departments materials and support needed for all activities.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (emphasis in Water/Public Health/Sanitation)
• 1+ years of relevant work experience (minimum of 1 years in humanitarian situations; camp settings a plus)
• Experience in emergency response, including rapid assessments and needs analysis
• Experience in hygiene promotion in humanitarian contexts
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Profound cross-cultural awareness and sound knowledge of public health issues
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations
• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
• Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources
• Sense of humor
• Fluency in English (both oral and written skills)

Applications to be emailed to lotern.brown@stjohnkenya.org

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TEREF Emergency WASH Volunteer Officer Job in Kenya

Emergency WASH Volunteer Officer - TEREF
 

Job Location: Nairobi - St John Programs in Kenya (SJKP) Headquarters
 

Job Description:
 

For nearly 83 years St John Programs in Kenya has been on the forefront in facilitating sustainable appropriate, affordable health and development to the hard to reach and poor of the poor communities. 

We work with communities, our dedicated volunteers, Government line ministries and various relevant departments and likeminded stakeholders to deliver this.
 

Our Approach
 

St John Kenya Programs has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to health, economic development, disasters, Conflicts and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.
 

Program Background
 

For nearly 83 years SJKP has been on the forefront in facilitating sustainable appropriate, affordable health and development to the hard to reach and poor of the poor communities. 

We work with communities, our dedicated volunteers, Government line ministries and various relevant departments and likeminded stakeholders to deliver this.
 

Our Approach
 

St John Kenya Programs has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to health, economic development, disasters, Conflicts and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.
 

The Tana River Emergency Program (TEREF)
 

During the recent inter ethnic clashes conflicts in Tana River, more than 100 people were confirmed died, hundreds of households displaced, houses and livelihoods were destroyed. Hospitals and clinics were overwhelmed by the increased number of patients, and their supplies rapidly depleted. 

Nurses and doctors from ‘wrong’ communities had to flee for their lives even as tensions and ethnic animosity escalated. Hundreds had gone through traumatic experiences; women and children had been forced to flee their only shelters and homes. 

Majority of the IDPS have now been integrated into communities around, however poor Sanitation and hygienic practices   have rendered many children susceptible to life threatening diseases like diarrhoea and Respiratory Tract Infection (RTI). Normalcy is slowly returning, although inter-ethnic cohesion is still a dream that is yet to be realized  

Since  February 2013 SJKP in partnership  with MoH and other stakeholders  with support from the International Office designed the TEREF
 

The main objective of the programme is to improve the holistic well being of victims of adversarial groups in Tana River, specifically women and Children
 

Program outcome: increased resilience and coping mechanism levels among women and children at risk in Tana River County through the following key strategic interventions

Job Summary

The WASH Officer’s main tasks lie in the assessment, analysis and prioritization of urgent WASH response needs, the designing, implementation and coordination of emergency WASH interventions, and the training of local staff and stakeholders in WASH related topics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assessment

• Provide water, sanitation and hygiene sectoral leadership and expertise in relevant needs assessments and analysis.
• Conduct initial rapid assessment of current situation in collaboration with health workers and affected population; determine priorities and immediate activities and resources.
• Represent SJKP to stakeholders and Governmental and non-Governmental agencies
• Assess in-country resources and capacities (human, material and financial) for response with relevant staff and agencies.

2. Programme Design

• Define aims and objectives of the overall WASH response programme.
• Design an appropriate overall response to the current emergency, taking into account the needs of the community; the current levels of capacity and cooperation within the Health structures; and eventual expanding of current programs.
• Select and design water systems including source selection (ground water, surface water), abstraction, storage, treatment and distribution for new systems and/or the rehabilitation of old systems.
• Select and design the most appropriate form of sanitation system (to include excreta disposal, vector control, solid waste disposal, drainage) taking full account of local conditions, resources, customs and cultural norms.
• Select and design, in collaboration with other actors a suitable hygiene promotion strategy
• Ensure that issues of protection, gender, livelihoods, DRR and environmental impact, operation and maintenance and sustainability are factored into the programme design.
• Ensure Sphere standards both qualitative and quantitative are considered and any departures documented.
• Develop letters of intent, concept papers, budgets and proposals in respect of the above.

3. Response Management and Implementation

• Plan and manage WASH programme in a phased and prioritised manner with full consultation and co-ordination with SJKP staff and other agencies both governmental and non-governmental.
• Ensure gender is fully considered throughout the project cycle with women being enabled to influence decision- making around WASH issues.
• Organize with the logistics and finance departments materials and support needed for all activities.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (emphasis in Water/Public Health/Sanitation)
• 1+ years of relevant work experience (minimum of 1 years in humanitarian situations; camp settings a plus)
• Experience in emergency response, including rapid assessments and needs analysis
• Experience in hygiene promotion in humanitarian contexts
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Profound cross-cultural awareness and sound knowledge of public health issues
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations
• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
• Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources
• Sense of humor
• Fluency in English (both oral and written skills)

Applications to be emailed to lotern.brown@stjohnkenya.org

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DRC Program Director Job in Kenya

Program Director

Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia (1 year renewable contract)

Availability: May, 2013.

The NGO Safety Program (NSP) for Somalia / Somaliland is a program created by NGOs, which aims at supporting International and National NGOs to operate safely and securely in Somalia / Somaliland.

NSP, initially called the NGO Security Preparedness and Support (NGO SPAS), was established in 2004 by NGOs operating in Somalia / Somaliland. 

NSP is administratively and legally hosted by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) to provide it with a legal and administrative framework, through which to fulfill its functions more efficiently, effectively and accountably.

The Program director has 4 core responsibilities:

• To be NSP official representative
• To provide leadership and give strategic direction to NSP
• To mobilize and manage NSP staff and resources to achieve NSP strategy
• To provide a high and operational level of understanding of the Somali context to NGOs

For details about the position and requirements please refer to the full vacancy advert on Reliefweb

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk.

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NDI Legal Advisor Job in Somalia

Legal Advisor

The National Democratic Institute’s (NDI) Somalia program is seeking a Legal Advisor to be a seconded consultant to the Office of the Speaker of the National Federal Parliament of Somalia, the House of the People (HoP). 

The Legal Advisor will provide technical assistance and advice to the Speaker and Members of Parliament (MPs) on both the parliament’s internal practices and on the substance of legislation before the HoP. This is a six-month assignment based in Mogadishu.

TOR:

• Respond to requests from the Speaker to review and provide advice regarding legislation, rules, and, regulations introduced/and or issued by the executive branch of government Serve as a liaison for the Speaker with the executive branch on technical aspects of legislation before the HoP.
• Advise the Speaker and the House Affairs Committee regarding laws passed by the HoP to ensure they are consistent with the Provisional Constitution as well as international treaties and conventions to which the government of Somalia is a signatory.
• Advise the Speaker and the House Affairs Committee regarding that the HoP is acting in compliance with the Provisional Constitution and its internal Rules of Procedure and provide advice on the use of the HoP’s Rules of Procedure.
• At the request of the Speaker, liaise with representatives of the Federal Member States of Somalia, civil society representatives, representatives from international organizations, and other interested parties on the technical aspects of legislation being or to be considered by the HoP.
• Assist parliamentary committees and other MPs in drafting legislation or scrutiny of draft laws and formulation of amendments and track issues that arise during the course of the assignment that may require legislative action.
• Write memorandums, briefing documents, and reports related to the above duties and responsibilities and provide briefings to the Speaker and other parliamentary members.
• Assist NDI team in tracking the progress of the HoP towards benchmarks for democratic legislatures and submission of weekly report on the work done to NDI.

Qualifications:

• Law degree; in addition, Master in Law (LL.M.) in comparative law or constitutional law preferred. 
• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant work experience with legislative bodies as an employee or consultant. 
• Experience with drafting and reviewing legislation related to constitutional implementation. 
• Experience with constitutional design issues including issues related to federalism.
• Experience in post-conflict settings highly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Fluency in English required, fluency in Somali strongly preferred.

Kindly submit your application online to kssadmin@ndi.org no later than Tuesday, March 19 2013.The position is to be filled immediately. No phone calls please.

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