Media Council of Kenya Executive Director Job Re-advertisement

Ref: MCK/ED/2011
Executive Director/Secretary to the Council
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Duties and Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the direction of the affairs of the Council, the exercise ,discharge and performance of its objectives, functions and duties
• Ensure the maintenance of efficiency and discipline by all staff
• Manage the Council office and budgets
• Fundraise for the Council
• Keep registers of Journalists, Media Enterprises and other registers
• Receive and evaluate complaints relating to the professional conduct of the media
• Publicise Council activities
• Ensure that reporting and documentation required by the Council and the donors are met

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Communication Studies.
• Minimum experience of 5 years in a senior management position in a media related organization
• Excellent interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills.
• Excellent Knowledge of Media Ethics and Law.

Applications should be addressed to the

Chairman,
Media Council of Kenya,
P.O. Box 43132 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

or be delivered to Council offices at Nairobi Baptist Church Court, Unit 3

or email recruit@mediacouncil.or.ke.

Closing Date:18 February 2011

Please include the reference number.

Candidates who had previously applied for the position need not apply again.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Impact Research Stores Officer Job in Kisumu

Impact Research and Development Organization is a national NGO based in Kisumu and working on HIV/AIDS research and intervention programs.

We are looking for qualified and experienced personnel to fill the position of: Stores Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and maintain electronic documentation of organization’s assets.
• Ensure receipt of all incoming supplies by verifying the quality and quantities as specified by the requester.
• Dispense items and adjust the records on the bin cards appropriately.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on stock movements.
• Carry out quarterly stock counts in the warehouse.
• Manage stores at the satellite centres.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in any relevant field. Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management from a recognized institution is a must.
• At least 3 years’ experience in stock control and management in a busy organization.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computerized stock management package.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Must be self-motivated, honest and reliable person who can work with minimal supervision.

Submit applications with CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the undersigned not later than 18th February, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Human Resources Manager,
Impact Research and Development Organization,
P. O. Box 9171- 40141,
Kisumu.

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Kenya Episcopal Conference Finance Admin Job

Purpose of the Post

The position exists to oversee the Finance administration for KEC.

It will provide strategic financial management and fund development for all the KEC Institutions and assist the Dioceses and Affiliated institutions to enhance their financial management and fund development capability for the KEC Institutions so as to ensure optimal institutional development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Finance Management

• To prepare master schedule of reports
• To streamline budget templates
• To develop strategy for effective finance management for KEC
• To develop strategy for managing and monitoring KEC funds
• To ensure financial strategy, planning, monitoring, management and reporting policies at the KEC and affiliated institutions are in line with the KEC guidelines
• To develop strategy for effective finance management for KEC
• To build finance management capacity of dioceses and KEC Institutions
• Contribute to planning, development and execution of strategy

Institutional Development

• To support KEC-Catholic Secretariat to implement necessary institutional, financial, and management changes proposed by the commissions/departments and institutions to ensure the availability of funds
• To support KEC- Catholic Secretariat to implement the medium term and long term strategic plan
• To develop suitable policy interventions for encouraging donor participation in KEC– Catholic Secretariat projects
• To develop strategies and processes for Monitoring & Evaluation of all KEC- Catholic Secretariat and KEC institutions funds
• To develop and implement a Capacity Building Program for the staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Manager
• Consolidate and develop the KEC-Catholic Secretariat funder database (regular updating of database, building personal and close relationships with funders; personal monitoring of funder strategies and calls for proposals)
• In liaison with the P R & Communication Manager, to target the right forums for funding requests and marketing
• Write and follow up proposals and funding requests
• Support and supervise participation of co-ordinators in writing up proposals
• Responsible for reporting to funders according to terms agreed in contracts
• Create and maintain an archive of all communication with funders
• To build personal and close relations with funding organizations

Capital Development

• Ensure implementation of the deliberations agreed upon by the Capital Development & Investment Committee
• Pursue investment opportunities
• Advise KEC on available property and carry out cost benefit analysis of acquisition of such property by KEC and its associated institutions
• Provide assistance to the Finance administrator in cash management administration
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret investment portfolio performance evaluation reports to make recommendations to the Secretary General on changes to investment policy
• Ensure lease agreements are prepared for all the tenants
• Ensure renting and upkeep of the properties is done within the government regulations
• Ensure that the payment of taxes and bills for the property is made within the required timelines
• Ensure that land leases renewals and payment of land rents are up to date
• Ensure full occupancy of the properties so that the property yields rent consistently
• Ensure monthly collection of rents

Qualifications

• Has a Masters Degree in Business Administration
• A bachelor’s degree in Commerce or a related field
• A minimum of CPA (K) professional qualification will be an added advantage
• Excellent MS Excel and MS Word skills
• Minimum of 7 years working experience
• Able to work under minimum supervision
• Has good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English
• Group facilitation skills an added advantage

Performance Indicators

• Extent of carrying out duties and responsibility above.

Personal Traits

• Is a practicing Catholic, with good recommendation from own Parish Priest
• Has a deep rooted call to promote the good of marriage and family values
• Is a committed family person
• Be a person of high moral and social integrity
• Is self motivated
• A team player
• Is able to serve all people/families of all social standing

Applications should be addressed to:-

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Our recruitment procedures shall be followed.

Send in your application by: Tue, Feb 15, 2011

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ECLOF Kenya Job Opportunities

ECLOF Kenya, an established and fast growing Christian Microfinance company seeks to recruit dynamic and talented staff with drive and passion for microfinance development, to the following positions.

Operations Manager

Reporting to the Chief executive Officer, the individual will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to the operations of the company, drive the development and growth of the business in a sustainable and profitable manner such as to ensure the company maintains a healthy lending portfolio, and ensure compliance with the organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.

Further, the person will be expected to nurture an environment for enhanced productivity, effective working relationships, and acceptable discipline levels within the function while maintaining effective working relations between business support staff and the field staff.

Qualifications and Experience

This is a senior management position, and the successful candidate should be in possession of a Masters degree in Business, Economics or Marketing plus a Diploma in microfinance or banking.

He/she must possess excellent communication skills, strong leadership and good business management skills, among others. He/she should have at least seven (7) years relevant work experience with hands on experience in the micro-finance/banking industry.

Internal Audit Assistant

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the position is responsible for support in carrying out routine company internal Audits, assurance, quality control, and standardisation of the functions of the Company.

The individual will support the development of policy, procedures and systems for the Department, support all departments in reviewing systems and establishing appropriate controls and procedures, where they may not exist.

In addition, the individual shall support the Internal audit manager in reporting and follow up of past audit findings and recommendations.

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in a Business related field, with at least CPA III or its equivalent.

The position requires excellent computer skills, strong interpersonal, analytical and report writing skills and attention to details.

One must be in possession of at least 2 years working experience, in the position of Auditor or Accountant.

Possession of Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification will be an added advantage.

Business Finance Officer

The position will work very closely with the target markets in establishing viable groups for effective delivery of credit and manage a healthy portfolio that meets organization’s standard for healthy portfolio management.

The successful candidate shall be in possession of a Bachelors degree in business related field. Diploma in micro-finance management will be an added advantage. This is a field based position, and one must be willing to work anywhere in the country.

Application

Strong Christian values, commitment and passion for the plight of the low income people is required for all the positions.

Applications should be accompanied with a detailed CV and names of at least three (3) referees, current remuneration, and daytime telephone contact to reach the address below before the close of business on Friday 18th February 2011.

The Human Resources and Administration Manager,
ECLOF Kenya,
P. O. Box 34889-00100,

E-mail: hr@eclof-kenya.org/info@eclof-kenya.org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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MSF France Nurse Supervisor Job Vacancy

MSF France, Somalia mission is looking for a Nurse Supervisor
The successful candidate will be based in Nairobi office with frequent visits to the field.
He/she will be responsible for day to day following of the medical activities in Jamaame hospital and liaise with the co-ordination team in Nairobi to offer support as required.

Requirements:
* Nursing qualifications, previous MSF or NGO experience.
* Must be registered with Nursing Board
* Excellent knowledge on Public Health and Nutrition programmes
* Kenyan Somali or Somali nationality.
* Previous working experience inside Somalia with similar set up
* Interest in training, whilst not mandatory would be advantageous
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* Interest in and commitment to MSF’s activities, ability to present MSF values, principles and activities to others
* Good command of English and Somali, both written and spoken.
* Very good computer skills (Microsoft Office)
* Strong management, networking and interpersonal skills
* Proven oral and written skills
* Strong multi cultural awareness
* Problem solving skills and conflict resolution skills

How to apply
Applicants should send a CV together with an application letter to:
MSF France Somalia – Finance and HR Coordinator
P. O. Box 39719 – 00623, Nairobi

Female applicants are encouraged to apply as the job involves support for the maternity department.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for application is 11th of February 2011

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