International Rescue Committee (IRC) Latest Jobs in Kenya – July 2011

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana region and refugees in the Kakuma, Dadaab (Hagadera) camps and in the Eastleigh region of Nairobi.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, sanitation and hygiene and HIV/ AIDS.

Applications are invited for the position of:

Logistics Officer (Lodwar)

IRC is currently looking for a Logistics Officer to be based at the IRC Lodwar field office.

The Logistics Officer will report to the Field Coordinator and will be responsible for effective management of field office transport, asset management warehousing and procurement while complying with IRC’s procurement and supplies management policies.

S/he will supervise a Logistics assistant and a team of drivers.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs15@kenya.theirc.org

Psychosocial Assistant (Hagadera)

IRC is currently looking for a Psychosocial Assistant who will provide technical support and leadership required for the successful implementation of all psychosocial activities, including the provision of direct counseling and case management.

The Psychosocial Assistant will be responsible for training and supervising GBV Community Workers to respond to cases of GBV in the camp and ensure effective case management.

This includes providing ongoing training and mentorship for community workers and utilizing monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure high quality services.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs13@kenya.theirc.org

Gender Based Violence (GBV) Emergency Officer (Hagadera)

IRC is currently looking for a Gender Based Violence (GBV) Emergency Officer who will oversee IRC’s GBV response to the humanitarian crisis in Dadaab. He/She will provide technical support and leadership required for the successful implementation of all emergency activities.

These include the provision of direct counseling and case management to GBV survivors, developing safe spaces for female new arrivals on the outskirts to create a more supportive environment, enabling them to access GBV services, receive information and strengthen social
support networks among women and girls.

The GBV Emergency Officer will also be responsible for training and supervising GBV community workers to prevent and respond to cases of GBV in the camp and ensure effective case management in collaboration with IRC GBV Counselors.

The GBV Emergency Officer will also work with partners to ensure GBV related risks are mitigated and addressed across all actors, in particular shelter, water and sanitation

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs14@kenya.theirc.org

All interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter and an updated CV (Do Not attach Certificates) to the following email address: hr@kenya.theirc.org by 27th July, 2011.

This is an emergency response and we will shortlist on a continuous basis and may appoint prior to the closing date.

IRC is an equal opportunity employer

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Practical Action Head our Markets Systems Job in Kenya

Practical Action is an international development agency working with poor communities to help them choose and use technology to improve their lives today and in generations to come.

We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented and proactive team player to Head our Markets Systems Development Programme.

The position is based in Nairobi but involves considerable travel to field sites.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of strategic leadership in the international development sector; good understanding of pro-poor market development; proven capacity to develop fundable project proposals; ability to network and build key relationships with potential donors, policy makers and partners; experience in development and implementation of markets development projects by working with poor communities in a participatory way.

In addition, s/he will have ability to lead and build the capacity of multi-sectoral programme teams to develop and implement projects that maximize benefits accruing to the poor through market participation and effective engagement with private sector; ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate tasks effectively and set clear performance targets.

Also required is ability to engage with policy makers, the private sector, generate and document knowledge to influence and impact on pro-poor market development in East Africa and within Practical Action Group.

The Head of Market Systems Development Programme will lead the strategic development and implementation of Practical Action’s markets development work in Eastern Africa; proactively contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies, procedures and budgets of the region; ensure high standards of documentation, data analysis, synthesis and lesson learning in projects.

S/he will also be responsible for developing new project ideas and funding proposals for the programme; managing and mentoring programme staff and managing the financial resources of the programme.

S/he will also be responsible for the development and implementation of a clear policy influencing strategy for the programme and ensure the production of annual work and business plans for the programme.

Requirements

The successful candidate

• should hold a Master’s degree in either Business Management, Business Administration (MBA), International Development, Economics, Social Science or relevant discipline in addition to Bachelor’s degree in business related discipline;
• post-graduate diploma in programme management an added advantage;
• must have at least seven (7) years development work experience (of which at least 3 years at senior team/programme management level);
• must have proven track record in networking within relevant sectors with keen understanding of current markets issues both in private and development sectors;
• must have strong analytical skills related to market systems development with bias to those that benefit the poor and ability to work at policy level.

Qualified and interested candidates should submit an application together with a CV and names of three professional referees to Practical Action by email to: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke to be received no later than 3rd August 2011.

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Practical Action is an “equal opportunities” employer.

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IUCN Programe Officer Job in Kenya

IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural resources, was founded in 1948 and brings together nearly 1,100 members (States ,government agencies, NGOs and affiliates) and some 10,000 scientists and experts from 181 countries in a unique worldwide partnership.

Its mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. Within the framework of global conventions IUCN has helped over 75 countries to prepare and implement national conservation and biodiversity strategies.

IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) covers twenty three countries in the Horn of Africa, Eastern Africa, Southern Africa and the Western Indian Ocean and is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position:

Position: Program Officer, Drylands

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Technical Coordinator, the Drylands Programme Officer will manage and implement assigned projects and provide technical input to non-assigned projects and the wider ESARO programme on request.

He/she will support the TC to develop, resource and manage projects and programmatic activities in Eastern and Southern Africa and link them with those of the other ESARO Component Programs and Global Programmes.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Support the timely implementation of funded projects in the portfolio in accordance with the project documents.
• Develop and administer annual work-plans, budgets, internal agreements, contracts and progress reports as required by collaborating partners, steering committee and donors;
• Be accountable for portfolio-related expenditures in accordance with IUCN procurement procedures;
• Provide technical support and facilitation to project activities.
• Oversee and ensure due diligence in the planning, monitoring and evaluation and reporting of project activities;
• Assist in overseeing and developing the relationships between IUCN and its donors, ensuring that donors are appraised of and satisfied with project progress.

The detailed terms of reference for the above vacancy is available at:
www.iucn.org/involved/jobs

Competencies

• Masters degree or above in environmental/natural sciences;
• Strong understanding of important environmental and sustainable development issues in African Drylands;
• At least five years in management of projects in the field of natural resources or environmental management;
• Experience with results-based project cycle management and monitoring and evaluation methodologies;
• Experience in participatory planning and facilitation at community and government levels;
• Experience in interacting with multiple stakeholders including with government officials and local communities;
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;

Applications

Applicants are asked to submit their CV in English and a supporting letter of motivation along with the names and contact details of three referees, one of whom should be a recent employer.

Applications should be submitted by e-mail before 3rd August, 2011 to:

IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office
Email: earohr@iucn.org.
IUCN is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Kenya Power Property Officer Job in Kenya

Applications are invited for the following vacancy with Kenya Power.

Property Officer

Job Ref:- HR: KPLC1/5CB/300

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Property Manager, the successful candidate will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

• Conducting valuation of properties.
• Negotiating leases for buildings/land for company operational use.
• Acquiring land on behalf of the Company.
• Liaising with local authorities and government institutions on statutory payment of levies and other requirements.
• Maintaining and updating register of company properties.
• Identifying cost effective office space and staff accommodation as necessary.
• Undertaking any other duties as may be assigned.

Appointment Specification

Applicants should be in possession of the following:

• Bachelor of Arts in Land Economics.
• Member of Institute of Surveyors of Kenya.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• At least three (3) years relevant working experience.
• IT user skills.

Interested persons should send their applications, CVs, copies of certificates, copy of National Identity Card and relevant testimonials, daytime/mobile telephone contact and names of three (3) referees to:

The Chief Manager,
Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Power
P.O Box 30099 - 00100
Nairobi.

(Quote job reference on the envelope).

Not later than Tuesday, 9th August 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Kenya Power is an equal opportunity employer.

www.kenyapower.co.ke

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