Kenya Medical Training College Lecturers, Accountants, Supply Chain Assistants and Drivers Jobs

Kenya Medical Training College
 

Replacement of Staff
 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts tenable at the various Campuses of the Kenya Medical Training College to replace staff who have left service for various reasons:

1. Lecturer II

Scale M10 

10 Posts
 

Ref. No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/AS 1/ 2015
 

Department | No. Required | Specialization / professional qualification

• Medical Imaging Sciences - 3 Posts - Medical Imaging Sciences (Radiography)
• Medical Lab Sciences - 3 Posts - Medical Laboratory Sciences
• Health Records - 2 Posts - Health Records and Information Technology
• Nursing - 2 Posts - Nursing (Anaesthesia)

Duties and Responsibilities: Duties at this level will include: 

• participating in teaching and evaluating relevant subjects in their discipline areas; 
• assessing students in clinical areas; 
• organizing extra-curricula activities in the college; 
• assisting senior lecturers in research and development of teaching materials; 
• planning, designing and developing relevant teaching materials;
• identifying health problems prevalent in the country and conducting surveys; and 
• supervising students in clinical areas

Requirements for Appointment
 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have at least:

• A Bachelors Degree in any of the related fields: i.e. Nursing (Anaesthesia); Medical Imaging (Radiography); Health Records and Information, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution;

OR

• A Higher Diploma in any of the related health disciplines i.e Nursing (Anaesthesia); Medical Imaging (Radiography); Health Records and Information, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or any other relevant field from a recognized Institution; and

1. Practiced in their relevant field for a minimum period of six (6) years; and
2. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

• Been Registered by the relevant professional body where applicable;

2. Accountant II

Scale M9 

(6 Posts)

Ref. No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/SS 1/ 2015
 

Job Summary: An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety of Finance / Accounting work of limited scope and complexity under the guidance of a senior officer. 

Specifically, work will involve verification of payment vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations; collation of financial estimates, determination of aggregate expenditure; supervision of the revenue collection processes; control of expenditure and below-the line group of accounts and general accounting work involving book- keeping knowledge and routine accounting
entries. 

The scope and complexity of work will increase with experience and training but the officer will still be under close guidance where new tasks are involved.

Professional qualifications and experience
 

For appointment to this grade, a Candidate must have:

• A Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution;

OR

• Part II of the Certified Public Accountants Examination or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

3. Supply Chain Management Assistant II

Scale M8

3 Posts
 

Ref. No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/SS 2/ 2015
 

Job Summary: An officer at this level will be responsible for receiving and issuing of stores; preparing and maintaining stores records; supervising attendants in the store and vehicle loading/unloading operations.

Professional qualifications and experience: For appointment to this grade a candidate must have a Diploma in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

4. Driver III

Scale M4 

2 Posts

Ref. No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/SS 3/ 2015
 

Job Summary: Duties and responsibilities at this level will involve 

• driving a motor vehicle as authorized; 
• carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure; 
• carrying out minor repairs including oiling and greasing; 
• detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems; 
• maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned; 
• ensuring security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road; 
• ensuring safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and 
• maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.

Professional qualifications and experience
 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KSCE) mean grade D (plain) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
• Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
• Passed a Suitability test for Driver Grade III;
• Passed Practical Test for Drivers;
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police; and
• At least two (2) years driving experience.

Mode of Application: Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications, quoting the vacancy position and Reference Number, enclosing updated curriculum vitae, copies of academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card and a daytime telephone to:
 

The Director
Kenya Medical Training College
P.O Box 30195- 00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 3rd April 2015

The Kenya Medical Training College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to implementing affirmative action.

In this regard women, persons with disability and minorities with the requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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Deputy Secretary General (Technical Programmes) Job Vacancy - Kenya National Commission for UNESCO

The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO is a State Corporation established under the KNATCOM Act of 2013 which aims to contribute to peace and sustainable development in Kenya by promoting collaboration among stakeholders through five fields of competence namely: Education, Natural Sciences, Social & Human Sciences, Culture and Communication & Information. 

To enable it fulfill its mandate, the Commission wishes to recruit dynamic, result-oriented and self-driven persons to fill the following vacant position:

Deputy Secretary General, Technical Programmes

Grade KC 14 - HR 1/2015
 

Terms: 4yr contract (renewable)
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The officer will be responsible to the Secretary General/CEO for the coordination and implementation of UNESCO’s programmes in a results oriented and timely manner to achieve the Commission’s goals, objectives and agreed performance targets. 

This will entail inter alia:

1. Providing organizational leadership and strategic guidance to managers and staff in the technical programmes Directorate;
2. Coordinating the development and implementation of the Directorate’s medium to long term strategy, plans, operating budgets and performance contract;
3. Coordinating Kenya’s representation, participation and reporting in UNESCO’s international meetings and processes;
4. Coordinating the formulation, implementation and evaluation processes of UNESCO policies, programmes and activities in the country;
5. Advising and recommending strategic bilateral and/or multilateral partnerships and collaborative ventures within UNESCO’s network of institutions and partnering organizations;
6. Coordinating the preparation and evaluation of technical proposals, reports and other submissions from the Directorate;
7. Providing authoritative advice on all matters related to UNESCO’s programmes and activities in the country;
8. Ensuring effective management of communications between the Directorate and the stakeholders;
9. Coordinating the activities of the five UNESCO Programme and Expert committees;
10. Developing and implementing procedural or policy changes to improve quality and value of services and products provided by the technical programmes Directorate; and
11. Any other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Secretary General/CEO.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in any of the following fields namely: education; natural sciences; social sciences; culture; Arts; or communication and information sciences from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Possess a minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressive professional experience five (5) of which at a comparable senior management level;
• Possess wide professional experience in development issues related to any of the five areas of competence of UNESCO undertaken in association with national and/or international organizations;
• Have working knowledge of the UNESCO system and/or programmes will be an added advantage;
• Possess a certificate in strategic leadership and development from a recognized and accredited institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Skills / Competencies

• Demonstrated experience and expertise in any of the five areas of competence of UNESCO;
• Demonstrated ability to articulate, interpret and implement National and/or International policies and development goals in any of the five areas of competence of UNESCO;
• Demonstrated strategic planning and management abilities, including capacity to administer extensive programmes and financial resources, as well as exercised appropriate supervision and control;
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills, integrity, high sense of objectivity and flexibility in performing and/or overseeing the analysis and/or implementation of complex national issues related to any of the five areas of competence of UNESCO;
• Proven ability to function effectively at the highest governmental levels, and to build collaborative partnerships and networks;
• Excellent judgment and decision making abilities including strong analytical and negotiation skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment whilst maintaining sensitivity and respect for gender and diversity issues; and
• Excellent communication skills with strong representational abilities.

How to Apply

1. All applicants MUST fill the provided application form.
2. The application form can be downloaded from the Commissions website www.unesco.or.ke
3. Each applicant should submit the form in BOTH hard and soft copy.
4. The soft copy should be sent to the email hrunesco.ke@gmail.com (word format)
5. The hard copy can be dropped at the Commission’s Offices National Bank building 14th Floor, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi, or mailed to Secretary General/CEO, P.O. Box 72107-00200, Nairobi.
6. Applicants must attach all the necessary relevant supporting documents to the hard and soft copy submissions
7. All applications should be received on or before Friday 27th March, 2015.
8. Applicants should obtain relevant clearances from; (KRA, EACC, HELB, CID)

Note: Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

KNATCOM is an equal opportunity employer. 

Women and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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KickStart International Senior Training Co-ordinator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacant Position: Senior Training Co-ordinator
 

KickStart International prides itself in being an award-winning, global nonprofit social enterprise that develops and mass- markets low-cost irrigation solutions that are bought by thousands of small-holder farmers in developing countries and used to increase their income by up to a factor of ten, enabling them to lift themselves sustainably out of poverty.

Function: Programs and Partnerships

Location: KickStart HQ Office – Nairobi

Type of Contract: Open Ended

Role Purpose: The Senior Training Coordinator will help KickStart’s sales teams to develop and build partnerships with NGOs, governments and private sector partners who are organizing and working with small-holder farmers across Africa.
 

Scope of Role: 

Reports to: Country Director-Head of Partnerships and Sales

Works with: Regional Sales and Partnerships Managers, Sales and Partnership officers, Small holder farmers, NGOS /Partners.

Key Areas of Accountability:

Training of Trainers and/or Training of Small-Holder Farmers, on:

• The set-up, operation, use and  maintenance of KickStart’s MoneyMaker pumps and accessory irrigation products 
• Every stage of planting, cultivating, soil fertility needs, pest and disease management, harvesting, processing and selling high value irrigated crops—especially fruits, vegetables, green maize, cocoa, etc.  Including:

1. Deciding what crops to plant and irrigate to meet the local market demand, the best timing for planting/harvesting these crops and the amount and type of irrigation required  soil fertility, pests and diseases to watch for at various stages
2. The selection and storage of planting materials;
3. Preparation/establishment of seed beds and planting, spacing,  irrigating, cultivating and transplanting of seedlings;
4. Land preparation, planting, cultivation,  weeding, harvesting of the final crops and processing
5. Preparation and use of compost and the selection and efficient use of inorganic fertilizers
6. Intercropping, crop rotation and sequenced planting
7. Detection and control of plant diseases and pests using both  Integrated Pest Management and relevant chemical pesticides;
8. The optimum use of different types of irrigation technologies including; watering cans, hand-held sprayers/hosepipe irrigation, basin and furrow irrigation, sprinklers, low pressure drip-irrigation, etc. 
9. Post-harvest handling, storage and transport of high value horticultural crops
10. Efficient and effective marketing methods especially bulk marketing of crops.

• As KickStart  expands its training offerings; recruit, train and manage a small team of agricultural trainers to be employed by KickStart either fulltime or on a case-by-case basis

Develop and Implement Training Offerings for NGOs/Partners

• Help KickStart’s sales teams to develop and build partnerships with NGOs, governments and private sector partners who are organizing and working with small-holder farmers across Africa. 
• Understand the mission and goals of the organizations and identify their relevant training needs.
• Identify training gaps that can be filled by KickStart and those that can be outsourced and liaise with the partners (and if necessary with outsourced providers) to help facilitate the provision of the trainings.
• Develop training plans and schedules, and develop realistic budgets for the provision of the required training programs
• Organize the schedule and logistics for conducting training-of-trainers and/or farmer trainings in diverse surroundings across Africa and in collaboration with partner NGOs/businesses
• Prepare PowerPoint materials tailor made for the staff of NGOs/Corporate partners that capture the problem facing their farmers, KickStart's mission and how KickStart addresses or helps farmers to earn increased incomes and mitigate poverty through the use of MoneyMaker products to change their lives.
• Develop relevant training materials capturing key features and benefits/impacts of using our MoneyMaker pumps for farmers and for partners – including presentations, Flip Charts, posters and handouts.
• Conduct live demonstrations of KickStart’s irrigation products to trainers and/or lead farmers
• Implement the required training courses for the staff and lead-farmers working for the partner organizations.
• Develop relevant follow-up course curriculum and training materials.
• Develop a conducive system to evaluate the training and its impacts.

Training groups of farmers assisted by KickStart’s partners including groups of women and/or youth

• Identify the relevant training needs of the farmers  thru farm visits, interviews and focus groups
• Prepare and develop training curriculum and training materials for courses ranging from; simple demonstrations/trainings on pump operation, maintenance and use; to short classroom and/or  on-farm trainings; to multiple session trainings courses combining class-room and on-farm trainings, group exercises, practice sessions, homework assignments, etc 
• Prepare the required training collateral including Power Point slides, printed Flip Books & take away materials for the famers for the different trainings
• Administer and teach all aspects of the training courses
• As required supervise and manage an assistant and/or a small team of trainers to train larger groups 
• Develop and administer an evaluation process to measure the impacts of the trainings.

1. Including administrating surveys and developing and administering questionnaires and leading focus group discussions with the farmers to measure/analyze the impacts of the trainings.

Report Writing

• Assist with writing proposals to donors/partners for the funding of training courses. 
• Write reports to be shared with KS management, the partners and/or donors on the process and impacts of the trainings
• Collect and write-up case studies from training participants and especially on follow-up trainings to establish the impacts of the irrigation pumps and the trainings.

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree holder in Agriculture, Horticulture and/or Agronomy
• Seven (7) years relevant hands-on experience working with and training small-holder farmers and developing and administrating farmer and/or training-of-trainers training courses
• Excellent knowledge of all aspects of agronomy related to the cultivation (from land preparation, planting material  selection to post harvest care and sale) of high value irrigated horticultural crops, including the use of organic and inorganic fertilizers and pest control, crop rotation, intercropping, etc  
• Good understanding of the Agricultural sector and working with small scale farmers
• Excellent training skills including, needs assessment, course development, scheduling,  collateral development,  implementation of trainings and the training impacts
• People management experience in working with partners and managing a small team
• Results/Performance Orientation – proven “self-starter” who is flexible and adaptable with an entrepreneurship spirit.

Skills and Behaviours

• Excellent personal communication & negotiation skills
• Good report writing and communication skills
• Strong analytical abilities and detail oriented
• Ability to speak fluent English and Swahili
• Ability to speak and read French and/or Portuguese will be an added advantage
• Ability and desire to work both across Kenya and across Africa—the job will require a lot of travel both within Kenya and across Africa (~75% travel time) 

If you feel you are the right candidate to fill this position, please send your CV and Cover letter to hr@kickstart.org quoting the position title on the subject line by COB 31st December, 2014.

(See www.KickStart.org for more information).
 

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Danish Refugee Council Jobs in Kenya

The Danish Refugee Council is an international non-governmental organization that promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. 

DRC has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa region since 1997. 

The DRC Kenya Program is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Village Savings & Loans Officer
2 Positions

1 Based in Dadaab Refugee Camp, 1 Based in Nairobi
 

The VSL Officer is directly responsible for programme management and coordination of the VSL activities in both the refugee and host communities with the aim of strengthening access to resources in order to strengthen food security and income generation.

Requirements: 

• A university degree in business administration, commerce, microfinance or other relevant social science with at least 4 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in development work with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in saving group approaches.
• Must demonstrate sound understanding of general or global livelihoods and how VS&L contributes to improved self-reliance and livelihoods.
• Strong analytical, report writing and capacity building skills. 
• Ability to work in an economically unstable and socially sensitive environments and willingness to take responsibility for personal security and adhere to DRC’s security guidelines

Village Savings & Loans Assistant
2 Positions

1 Based in Dadaab Refugee Camp, 1 Based in Nairobi
 

Under the supervision of the VSL Officer, the VSL Assistant will support all aspects of project implementation, including quality programming, capacity-building, monitoring and evaluation, documentation, compliance with both DRC’s and donor’s policies and procedures.

Requirements:  

• Minimum of a diploma in business administration, microfinance or other relevant social science with at least 2 years working experience in development work with a minimum of 1 year demonstrated capacity in saving group approaches within an INGO in a refugee/IDP setting. 
• Must demonstrate sound understanding of key issues and trends in saving group interventions and ability to adapt to changing program and emergencies priorities. 
• Excellent mobilization, written and verbal communication skills, and able to work in an economically unstable and socially sensitive environment and willingness to take responsibility for personal security and adhere to DRC’s security guidelines

Livelihoods Officer (Micro-enterprise Development) 

2 Positions

1 Based in Mombasa, 1 Based in Nairobi
 

The job holder will implement the Micro-enterprise Development (MED) component of the DRC livelihoods project in Nairobi and Kajiado counties targeting refugees and host communities. 

The incumbent will lead all aspects of project implementation, including quality programming, capacity-building, monitoring and evaluation, documentation, livelihoods global benchmarking in compliance with both DRC and donor policies and procedures. 

This position will require extensive travel to 6 project sites located in the 2 counties.

Requirements:  

• Must possess a university degree in business administration, economics, entrepreneurship or community development with at least 4 years solid work experience in development work with a minimum 2-3 years demonstrated capacity in setting up and implementing livelihoods or income generating projects preferably within an INGO in a refugee/IDP setting, 
• Must possess skills or training in small business management, value-chain development, sustainable agriculture and other related sectors. 
• Prior experience working with local governments and stakeholders in implementation of projects. 
• Excellent mobilizations skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team; well organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks. 
• Experience in working in harsh climatic conditions and willingness to take responsibility for personal security and adhere to DRC’s security guidelines

Training Assistant

3 Positions 

Based in Nairobi
 

Working under the supervision of the Training Officer, the job holder will assist in conducting vocational skills assessments and document programme activities of the DRC funded urban refugee vocational training program in Nairobi. 

She/he will ensure that the project activities are well coordinated with beneficiaries, monitor training activities and ensure that reports are completed within the allocated time frame and to the quality standards stipulated by HAP, SPHERE and DRC in accordance with the project work plan.

Requirements:  

• Must possess a university degree in education with a minimum 2-years working experience as a professional teacher/tutor in a government institution and/or with INGOs in the field of education and scholarship administration. 
• Possess a good understanding of the relationship between skills development and general livelihoods, team-player with solid networking skills and a capacity for intellectual leadership when working with colleagues and collaborators of different nationalities and cultural background.
• Good public relations, leadership, decision-making and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent mobilization skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team; well organized, and able to prioritize

Protection Assistant 

Based in Dadaab Refugee Camp
 

The job holder will coordinate, manage and supervise the day to day running of the protection area as well as offer support in the implementation of other protection related activities that include GBV prevention and response activities. 

This includes: Design, plan & implement protection-centred activities for the residents living at the protection area, ensure facilities at the center are well managed and maintained, offer individual and other specialized case management services including psychosocial support to residents and
hold regular meetings with residents to involve them in decisions that affect them, whether in accessing their rights or in identifying appropriate solutions to their problems.

Requirements:  

• Must possess a university degree in gender studies, counseling, psychology or social work with at least 2 years working experience in protection, counseling, human rights and gender issues with refugees, asylum seekers, migrants and/or other vulnerable populations. 
• Must possess technical expertise and understanding of GBV root causes, prevention and response strategies, proven record of providing trainings and workshops on gender and GBV topics; demonstrate knowledge of gender and protection issues and their relevance in humanitarian settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff, beneficiaries, duty bearers and other stakeholders; diplomacy and assertiveness; the ability to respectfully discuss sensitive issues with a wide range of actors and sensitivity to and respect for a wide range of cultural beliefs.
• Knowledge and understanding of Somali society/language and refugee issues is highly desired
• Experience in working in harsh climatic conditions and willingness to take responsibility for personal security and adhere to DRC’s security guidelines

Livelihoods Assistant 

Based in Kakuma Refugee Camp
 

Working under the supervision of the Livelihoods Officer, the job holder will support in the identification and initiation of sustainable livelihood interventions in the refugee camp for the target groups. 

This includes; identification of youth to benefit from training and scholarships, ensure relevant monitoring of the candidates, train loan clients on business management skills, group savings and loans
and spearheading the marketing of clients’ products to external markets as well as distribution of startup kits to beneficiaries.

Requirements: 

• Minimum of a diploma in business administration, economics, entrepreneurship or community development with at least 2 years solid work experience in development work with a minimum 1 year demonstrated capacity in setting up and implementing livelihoods or income generating projects preferably within an INGO in a refugee/IDP setting, 
• Skills or training in basic book keeping or administration is highly desirable.
• Prior experience working with local governments and stakeholders in implementation of projects. 
• Excellent mobilizations skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team; well organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks. 
• Experience in working in harsh climatic conditions and willingness to take responsibility for personal security and adhere to DRC’s security guidelines

Project Officer – Community Based Protection Initiative
Based in Kakuma Refugee Camp
 

The Project Officer will be directly responsible for rolling out a pilot project around Community Based Protection Initiatives (CDPI) in liaison with community members in the area of operation. 

This will involve: Ensuring that there is a consultative process with target beneficiaries and partners to develop and implement community based protection strategies; put in place protection initiatives which promote participation, community based and mainstreaming approaches; establish systems including those managed by target beneficiaries to ensure that individual cases identified at the field level are assessed and referred to relevant partners as appropriate (through the referral pathway) and in consultation with community members, assist in mapping and providing analyses on protection risks to target beneficiaries.

Requirements: 

• Must possess a university degree in social sciences, community development or development studies. 
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage with a minimum 3-4 years hands-on experience working within community-driven/led programming within an INGO setting in human rights, gender issues, with refugees, asylum-seekers, migrants or other vulnerable populations. 
• Proven experience in strategic development and programme design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. 
• Must possess skills and experience in participatory community development work and training expertise on human rights and protection mainstreaming;
• ability to transmit technical information to non-technical staff and people with basic or no literacy.
• Analytical and problem solving skills and an ability to work independently and as a team. 
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English essential.
• Excellent report writing skills is a must
• Experience in working in harsh climatic conditions and willingness to take responsibility for personal security and adhere to DRC’s security guidelines

Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualifications and a CV. 

Applications should include contact details of three professional referees. 

One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. 

Applications should be sent to: drcjobs@drckenya.org and have the subject heading and preferred duty station of the position that is being applied for.

Deadline for receiving applications is 27th December, 2014. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Primary / High School Teachers and Music Brass Band Instructor Jobs in Kenya

An upcountry based institution would like to employ individuals to fill the following positions:
 

I. Experienced primary school teachers.
 

II. High school teachers for: C.R.E, Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer, English, Kiswahili, Agriculture and History. Experienced teachers are advantaged.

III. A music brass band instructor. Individuals experienced in trombone, trumpet and euphonium who have served in the uniformed service have an added advantage.

Applications should be made before 31st December 2014.

Apply in confidence to:

Voucher No.
N.G.N. 404-10100
Nyeri

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KCCB Catholic Secretariat Programme Officer (Family Life National Office) Job in Kenya

The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops – General  Secretariat
 

Introduction: The KCCB- Catholic Secretariat is the National Administrative, facilitative and Coordinative arm through which the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops  implements and co-ordinates various Pastoral programs at the National level and undertakes all those responsibilities which express the mission of the Catholic Church in Kenya.

It is seeking an outstanding, dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the following key position. 

Programme Officer - Family Life National Office  

Purpose of the Post: Assisting and Supporting the National Coordinator in planning and implementation of Family life programs and capacity building activities in the program areas.
 

Duties   

• Planning and implementation of Family life programmes
• Coordination of Family life activities 
• Capacity building
• Report writing
• Resource mobilization
• Provide consultative service to the various dioceses to help carry out the objectives identified within the strategic plan.
• Identify, design, organize and implement processes for the development and training of and Family throughout the country that follows the overall strategic plan of the Diocese.

Qualifications

• Degree in community development, social sciences, in theology,  Education
• Ability to  write good grant proposals
• Trainer of Trainers with experiences in project/program using participatory development tools and community driven approaches;
• At least 5years relevant experience in the field of community development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact at all levels of the organization.
• Proven problem solver with the ability to work in a diverse team environment.
• Flexible, professional with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities.
• Excellent MS Excel and MS Word skills
• Must have a very clear idea of the Catholic Social Teachings

Performance Indicators

• Extent of carrying out duties and responsibility in #3 above.

Applications should be addressed to:-

General Secretary
Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops –General  Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

hr@catholicchurch.or.ke 

Applications must reach us on or before 31st December 2014 

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Primary School Head Teacher / Principal Job in Athi River Kenya

Position: Head Teacher / Principal
 

Industry: Primary School
 

Location: Athi River

Our Client a fast growing Christian Oriented Private Primary School in Athi River area is seeking to recruit a Head Teacher / Principal who will assist in the running of the day to day activities of the institution. 

The ideal candidate must be mature and with a heart for mission and a personal Christian faith and active spiritual life which is sustaining and fresh.

The successful candidate would ideally have:

• Broad, solid foundations of teaching experience.
• Leadership experience.
• Experience and understanding of the Kenyan National Curriculum.
• An emotional intelligence which allows him/her to appreciate people of many ages and cultures, and to enjoy working with them.
• The insight to immediately grasp and relate to the particular culture, educational principles and true purpose of the School.
• An energy, imagination and vision for how this Christian school should develop and the ability to convey this to a team of colleagues and other stakeholders in the school community.

Qualification and Experience

• Degree/Higher Diploma in Education or Business Administration from a recognized institution.
• Over 7 years Experience of teaching experience, with 3 years as a Head Teacher/ Principal in a Primary School.
• Strong administration and organizational skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a highly confidential environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

The resilience and sense of humor needed to deal with complex issues of types which are beyond any one person’s strengths.

To apply, send your CV ONLY to applications@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 19th December 2013. 

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Xavier Project Education Officer Job in Nairobi, Kenya (Shs 70K - 80K)

Job Vacancy: Education Officer
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

Salary: 70,000 – 80,000 KShs per month (depending on experience of the applicant), basic medical insurance
 

Answers to: Xavier Project Kenya Education Director
 

Position for nationals only
 

Profile: Xavier Project is an international NGO working Kenya and Uganda. We aim to provide opportunities to refugees living in urban areas in Kenya and Uganda who are otherwise excluded from the means to live a fulfilled and dignified existence so that they will be able to take back control of their lives and make a positive change whether to their new communities or to their country of origin. 

Xavier Project is primarily an education focused NGO, and while we have media and livelihoods programmes educational interventions make up the core of our activities within these programmes.
 

Xavier Project is registered as a local NGO in Uganda, an international NGO in Kenya and a company and charity in UK. All operations are in Kenya and Uganda, but a majority of funds are raised in UK. 

We have a three way partnership agreement between the branches of Xavier Project and one executive team primarily based in the Xavier Project headquarters in Nairobi. Xavier Project currently employs 25 permanent staff and has an annual income of $250,000 which has been increasing by 50% every year since its founding in 2008.
 

Background: Urban refugees in East Africa face unique challenges. Culturally, it is difficult to assimilate into their new communities as they can be victims of xenophobia and can struggle from language differences. They cannot easily find jobs in a saturated and often nepotistic job market. 

There are administrative barriers to economic sustainability such as the challenge of obtaining work permits, and the rejection of foreign qualifications from employers and institutions. At present many refugees in Nairobi or Kampala do not have access to quality, relevant education delivered in a safe environment and their opportunities in education lag behind those of their local counterparts. 

In both Kampala and Nairobi there are over 10,000 refugee children who are not in formal education, amounting to around 50% in Nairobi and 60% in Kampala. 80% of those in formal education are not happy with the quality of the education they are receiving.
 

Added to this, most urban refugees are hoping to be resettled in developed countries, yet they know very little about the resettlement process, and their chances of being resettled. Less that 5% of urban refugees are resettled in any given year. Many refugees believe that the more vulnerable they are, or appear to be, the more likely their chances are of being resettled.
 

The pursuit of resettlement combined with the unique challenges faced by refugees leads to a negative attitude by refugees towards integration into their new community. This has a corrosive impact on the whole community. However, there are positive opportunities for refugees to take up in Kampala and Nairobi, whether offered by the government, NGO agencies or refugee run grass-roots organisations. Given their chances of resettlement it makes sense for refugees to make the most of the opportunities available to them in their host countries, such as education, livelihoods and vocational prospects offered by agencies. 

What is more, a more positive attitude and better communication among the refugee population should lead to vital innovation from refugees themselves. 

Tamuka media programme is educating refugees on the opportunities available to them and enabling them to communicate with each other and the wider world. Among other ambitions, the education programme is enabling refugees to receive an education that is more relevant to their challenges and their ambitions. 

Meanwhile, our livelihoods programme is enabling refugees to access affordable loans and learn the business skills they need to grow their careers.

Job Description and Expectations: Xavier Project is looking for an education officer who will run the sponsorship programmes of Xavier Project in Kenya. Xavier Project has just become the education partner of UNHCR so we will be sponsoring around 135 students in secondary school, around 70 children in pre-primary, and 200 supporting 200 pupils with primary levies. 

Job functions will include:

• Paying school fees.
• Managing Xavier Project’s relationship with sponsor student’s families, including carrying out home visits.
• Managing Xavier Project’s relationship with schools that sponsor students attend.
• Assessing the progress of students
• Arranging the distribution of uniforms and other school requirements.
• Co-ordinating holiday programmes during school holidays for Xavier Project’s sponsor students.
• Keeping a written record of activities and contact with sponsor students and schools.
• Other tasks given by the Education Director.

Requirements
 

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Experience in managing people/teams
• At least 5 years’ experience in either project management, communications, field work, fundraising or advocacy, ideally in the NGO or education sector
• Excellent communication skills in English (both written and oral)
• Good knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to work sensitively with refugee population or demonstrated experience working with marginalised communities
• Excellent organisational skills
• Experience in managing budgets
• Willing to travel within Kenya

Desired:

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Competent in Kiswahili
• Experience in managing people from various backgrounds
• Experience working in a tough environment with vulnerable people
• Knowledge of the Kenyan education sector
• Demonstrated success in fundraising
• Experience in writing reports and strategies
• Experience in government and private sector engagement
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by urban refugees

Expectations of Xavier Project: The Xavier Project staff is a small and tight community and a strong support network is offered to all members. We are diverse and relatively young crowd representing seven nationalities. 

Xavier Project is committed to ensuring that all staff members enjoy their work and gain valuable experience and skills that will enhance their impact now and in the future, whether with Xavier Project or not. As such as we run regular staff capacity building programmes and encourage all staff members to pursue opportunities which will help them to grow individually.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter highlighting why you would like to apply for the job to Edmund Page at jobs@xavierproject.org by 19th December with the email title KENYA EDUCATION OFFICER. 

Please also include the names and contact details of two referees. 

For more information on what we do please visit www.xavierproject.org and www.tamuka.org

Xavier Project is an equal opportunity employer and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability.

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