Web Developer Job in Kenya - GreenBell

GreenBell Communications Ltd

Title: Web Developer
 

Department: Technical
 

Reports to: Technical Manager
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with web product development and web project management for the team that is responsible for development and maintenance of clients Web sites.
• Assist in determining assignments, help set priorities, monitor progress, and report on progress in meeting establishing milestones and deadlines.
• Serve as an advocate for web product development and web project management techniques and best practices.
• Performing any other duties and responsibilities as shall be bestowed from time to time.

Job Specifications:

• A mature and ethical individual with high level of demonstrated commitment  – “GBC hires character and trains skills”
• Minimum age of 28 years
• The incumbent will poses the following knowledge and expertise: HTML, CSS, JS (jQuery, MooTools, Dojo, ExtJs etc), PHP, XML, ActionScript 3.0 and MySQL Databases and general proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent working knowledge of SEO and website security with insight into the latest development in SEO and website security tools is mandatory
• Strong entrepreneurial skills, innovative thinker and motivated person who are results oriented.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and team player
• Must have a degree or Diploma in Information technology or Computer Science
• Must have an understanding of software functionality as well as graphic design skills to create successful Web pages.
• Quick learner, ability to learn new technologies.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality work.
• Strong analytical skills.

Skills and Interests
 

To be successful in this position you'll need to have:

• High regards for ethics and moral standards
• The ability and desire to work within stipulated timelines and scope of work.
• A professional appearance and a positive company image
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• A confident and determined approach.
• Resilience and the ability to cope with rejection.
• A high degree of self-motivation and drive.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• The capacity to flourish in a competitive environment.

Send your cover letter and CV to careers@gbc.co.ke. Applications to close on Friday, 29th June, 2012 with the Subject line as “Application for Web Developer”
 

GBC is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage female applicants to apply
 

www.gbc.co.ke or www.gbckenya.net

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Technical Specialist (Chief of Party) Job in Nairobi Kenya

The Strengthening Health Outcomes through the Private Sector (SHOPS) project is USAID's flagship project in private sector health. 

It works to involve nongovernmental organizations and for-profit entities in addressing the many health needs of people in developing countries.

Abt Associates is seeking to hire a Technical Specialist (Chief of Party) to manage and lead its activities for SHOPS/Kenya.

A Technical Specialist at this level has direct project management responsibility for a project (or one or several component(s) of a large project) that is large, highly complex, highly visible, and well-funded.  

The TS has an expert role and the technical input is crucial to the project. 

This is a supervisory position.

General Job Description:

As a recognized expert in the professional field, performs important and complex analytical, evaluative, and consultative work.

1. Development and implementation of the project/project component’s technical aspects.
2. Management, and ongoing assessment of the project/project component’s technical aspects. Advises changes and improvements to Project Director and takes responsibility for implementation.
3. Can serve as a Technical Advisor to the Project Director and other Technical Specialists to provide research, analysis, and advisory services on project planning, implementation, training, monitoring and/or evaluation.  
4. Supervisory responsibility over a unit consisting of two or more staff members in situations where the role is operational.  But if the main role is an advisory role the supervisory role is not necessary.  
5. If the main role is primarily an advisory role, the incumbent collaborates at the highest levels of the government and serves as principal project advisor in identifying and networking with key stakeholders.  Nationally recognized expert in the field and the use of the expertise is crucial to project success.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

1. Provide management and budgetary oversight on project implementation to ensure all activities are completed within the agreed to timeframe and budget. Track progress of activities against workplan in accordance with available funding. As additional funding becomes available, continue to revise and add activities in consultation with SHOPS Team and USAID/Kenya.
2. Lead technical assistance (TA) to support a variety of activities including but not limited to: engaging the private sector in policy discussions, implementing innovative financing mechanisms, and piloting and scaling-up private sector initiatives, all to support the expansion of private sector provision of health services in Kenya.
3. Track progress of project results and ensure proper documentation of workplan status to home office and USAID/Kenya (quarterly, semi-annually and annually)
4. Lead communication with USAID/Kenya regarding workplan, activity updates, reporting, budget and deliverables.
5. Serve as the main point of contact with key government stakeholders as well as other donors and implementers engaged in private sector activities.
6. Oversee and manage all technical components of the workplan
7. Manage any consultants or subcontractors to carry out project activities
8. Oversee and ensure proper documentation of all project expenditures and submit financial reports and back-up documentation to the home office for audit and reimbursement.
9. Lead business development efforts in Kenya as appropriate, by providing technical input into new proposals for USAID and other donors.
10. Ensure all processes and procedures for project implementation are in accordance with USAID guidelines and protocols.
11. Report to and liaise with the SHOPS Africa Regional Manager based in Bethesda to ensure proper coordination and communication to help ensure successful project implementation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Email your application and CV to Bernadette_lee@abtassoc.com

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NGO Field Officer Job in Bungoma Kenya

Position: Field Officer - Weather Risk Project
 

Deadline to apply: July 6, 2012
 

Start Date: End of July
 

Location: Bungoma, with flexibility to travel to other locations especially in Western Region
 

IPA’s Maize Storage Project is a study to evaluate the benefits of maize storage for farmers in Western province, using a randomized evaluation that is taking place in and around Bungoma. 

We are currently seeking Field Officers (FO) to focus on the different areas of the project activities including but not limited to: collecting surveys, organizing data, and communicating with implementation partners at a local NGO.

The Field Officer will be based in Bungoma, and will require travel in the region .

He/she will work closely fellow Field Officers and Project Associate (PA). 

The FO will spend approximately 90% of his/her time in the field and 10% of his/her time in the office.
 

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Prompt arrival to work
• Completion of scheduled activities each day in a timely manner
• Interact with community members with the highest level of integrity and understanding
• On non-field days, conscientious performance of office work, for instance translations, peer training/learning
• Assist in daily survey organization and storage
• Maintaining high standard of professional integrity in all activities
• Help in mentoring fellow staff and community members who are directly linked to an activity
• Successfully complete all tasks assigned by the management team
• Ensure data integrity is maintained at all times and minimize errors in data collection and transport
• Administer household questionnaires
• Networking with the different components of the project and reporting appropriately

Qualifications: 

Required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Well organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Experience with position responsibilities listed above

Desired

• Bachelors’ degree or college diploma/certificate
• Computer literacy
• Fluent in Luhya

If you are interested in applying, please follow the instructions below:
 

To apply: Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references, daytime phone number(s), and email address. Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.
 

Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices, 

or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org,

or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400 Kenya. 

If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: “FIELD OFFICER.”REF NO: WR-2012-06-01. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an interview. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Field Officer. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.

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Interns Jobs in Kenya for Sales and Marketing

Duties & Responsibilities

Creating new client account relationships.
 

Planning and executing marketing events.
 

Preparation of periodic marketing campaigns.
 

Monitoring competitor activity
 

Supporting the Sales team on sales activities 

Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers via meetings, telephone calls and emails.
 

Creating relations with potential customers for new business.
 

Maintain up-to-date information on all customer interactions.
 

Advising customers on forthcoming products and solutions.
 

Reviewing own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets.
 

Gaining a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements.
 

Giving feedback to management on relevant field information – demand, competition and prices.
 

Maintain a weekly work plan and reports

Requirements

• Diploma in sales and  Marketing with a bias in IT
• Professional Marketing course
• Good understanding of ICT solutions
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication skills
• Good planning

Applications should be sent by email to: sales.it.jobs@gmail.com

Apply by 30th June 2012 Noon

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