Plantation Manager Job in Kenya

Plantation Manager

A company in Coast Province seeks a highly experienced plantation manager to develop a new plantation.

• The applicant should have at least 8-10 years’ experience of running a successful farm operation with a reputable company.
• The applicant should have experience of land clearance, maintenance and operation of heavy plant, large tractors and irrigation.
• Compensation package will be commensurate with qualifications.

Applications will be treated in confidence and should be sent to the address below by 17th December,
2012

DN/A 1413
P. O. BOX 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

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FilmAid International Program Assistant Job in Kakuma Kenya

Since 1999, FilmAid has used the unique power of film to reach large numbers of people with critical information in a compelling visual format, overcoming language and literacy barriers. 

FilmAid uses films that are both educational and entertaining to draw audiences’ attention to subjects of vital concern to their health and well-being.

Working with other relief agencies and community leaders, FilmAid identifies emerging critical issues and develops appropriate film messages to help educate and inform. 

People of concern participate actively in the creation of these films, and the resulting pieces are widely distributed and screened throughout beneficiary communities. 

In this way, FilmAid is able to respond to an immediate, unmet need for locally relevant messaging.

Through real collaboration, FilmAid’s community-based films support the work of other aid agencies and effectively address the issues and concerns of beneficiary communities. 

FilmAid also seeks to experiment with other media that can be used to achieve its stated goals.

FilmAid is looking to recruit a Program Assistant with the general objective to provide program implementation support to FilmAid’s field programs in Kakuma. 

The Program Assistant reports to the Program Officer and will fulfill the following functions

Key responsibilities 

• The Program Assistant(s) will work with various elected sectarian committees in the Kakuma refugee camp and involve them all phases of specific projects. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will work closely with the messaging committee on various issues of concern and also identify approaches to addressing these problems within the communities. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will design information and dissemination plans for films, audio products and other IEC materials developed to ensure coverage of all areas and variety of target groups. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will work together with relevant program staff to develop and interpret program documents and generate work plan/action plan to support them. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will conduct trainings for the outreach team and provide regular mentorship and coaching to team members.
• The Program Assistant(s) will structure regular meetings with supervisor and outreach team to monitor progress and performance. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will supervise the work of the outreach team to ensure activities are conducted according to donor commitments and a participatory approach is adhered to at all times. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will work closely with the Program Officer in providing regular updates of outreach activities through internal and external quantitative and qualitative reports and keeping accurate statistics of all outreach activities.
• The Program Assistant(s) will conduct Focus Group Discussions with various members of the community on topical issues. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will assist the production officer and the drama director in adapting information gathered from meetings with sectored committees, focus group discussions and other reviewed data into film treatments and structures in consultation with the relevant Kakuma program staff. 
• The Program Assistant(s) will attend meeting on behalf of FilmAid as maybe called upon.
• The Program Assistant(s) will provide effective staff supervision and conduct regular appraisal.

Requirements

• Must be a Kenyan national OR must be eligible to work in Kenya
• Must speak fluent Turkana Language. Candidate who reside in Turkana are encourage to apply 
• Background in community media, communication for development or related discipline either through diploma or 2 years of working experience. 
• The candidate must have basic knowledge in Monitoring and Evaluation, in particular for the development and analysis of baseline information and monitoring tools. 
• Excellent Communication skills 
• Ability to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations. 
• Must have excellent reporting skills 
• Experience in supervising or leading or being part of cross functional team 
• Basic social media skills
• Ready to work with minimal supervision with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ready to work for long hours in a hardship area. 
• Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills 
• Knowledge of humanitarian principles and action will be an added advantage.

How to apply:

Please email applications with only cover letter, CV and 3 references to: jobskenya@filmaid.org 

by 14th December 2012 addressed to the 

HR Officer, 

FilmAid Kenya, 

P.O Box 21751-00505, 

Nairobi.

Note that you can also submit your applications in a sealed envelope addressed to; the HR Officer FilmAid Kenya, P.o Box 21751-00505, Kakuma Field Office.

Note that applicants who send letters of references, testimonials or any other documents apart from those requested will be automatically disqualified.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified

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Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA) Strategic Planning Consultant Job Vacancy

Consultancy Opportunity

Request for Proposal: Strategic Planning Consultant

1. Invitation

Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA) is seeking proposals for a qualified external consultant to work with the Staff and the Council to develop a comprehensive 3-year strategic plan. 

The successful individual must have extensive strategic planning experience, particularly with organizations transitioning from reliance on grants to a business approach. 

The strategic plan is to be an integrated Council-Staff plan that considers all aspects of KYFA operations. 

The plan is to include a clear vision and mission as well as defined goals, objectives and priorities that are realistic, achievable and measureable.

2. Organization Background

Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA) began in 2004 when a need arose for organized competitions amongst local teams. A league competition for the Under-18 age category was formed. 

Each year since then, the leagues have expanded and now include competitions for Boys Under 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and Girls Under 14 and Under 18. 

The organization exists as a member association of local grassroots football teams originating from Kisumu Town, Otonglo, and Kajulu.

KYFA currently consists of 103 teams representing 52 clubs, with nearly 2500 youth players between the ages of 8 and 18. Teams meet for weekly competitions (boys) and monthly competitions (girls) from March to October of each year. Matches are officiated by KYFA’s trained referees and monitored by KYFA staff.

In addition to running leagues, KYFA engages in numerous community development projects, including a girls’ mentorship project, a sports and advocacy programme for children with special needs, a field rehabilitation project, and most recently a school partnership linking football with water, sanitation and hygiene improvement.

KYFA began as an organization to host structured youth football matches; however, as the above activities demonstrate, it has developed into a ‘sports-for-development’ organization, using football as a tool for social change. 

What this translates to is a separation between the league competitions (which should be managed by KYFA members), and the training/development activities (which are primarily managed by KYFA staff). 

At one time, KYFA was entirely dependent on grants to keep the office and the activities running. 

However, KYFA has recently begun partnering with corporate bodies in order to fund the football leagues and major events. 

There is need to explore the feasibility of future corporate sponsorships as well as a business approach in order to ‘wean’ the leagues off of donor funding.

2. Request for Proposal

Kisumu Youth Football Association requests proposals from experienced individuals to plan and deliver the strategic planning session with the KYFA Council over the course of three (3) days.

The individual acting as the Strategic Planning Facilitator will be the leader of the Strategic Planning Session and will provide guidance for the development of a Business and Development Plan. 

S/he will be responsible for ensuring that all the key elements come together in a smooth and effective way.

Attention to detail, excellent communications and people skills, strong organization and good correspondence skills are important. 

Specific expertise and proven experience in strategic planning and business plan development are essential. Experience working with sports-for-development organization is a plus.

3. The Work

3.1 Strategic Planning Overview

The first deliverable for the successful consultant will be a detailed work plan outlining the agenda and the objectives for each day of the session. 

This will be due within two weeks of signing of the contract.

3.2 Familiarity with KYFA

The consultant should be well-versed with KYFA’s activities prior to the Strategic Planning Session and should be able to speak about KYFA with knowledge and confidence. 

Resources will be made available by KYFA to the consultant immediately after signing of the contract.

3.3 Facilitation

The consultant shall be the lead facilitator during the 3-day session, which shall take place in Kisumu from December 27th to 29th, 2012. 

S/he will be expected to lead the sessions in a dynamic, engaging way that motivates all participants to play a role in the activity.

4. Reporting

The consultant shall provide a draft Strategic Plan within ten (10) days of the strategic planning session that summarizes the discussions, action points, recommendations and conclusions. 

KYFA participants shall review the draft and revert it back to the consultant to make necessary revisions within seven (7) days.

5. Proposal Guidelines

Submissions must include, but are not limited to, the following components:

• A suggested 3-day work plan indicating the elements of work, expected outcomes, identification of who will do the work, timelines, and reporting;
• Description of the contractor’s facilitation work with other organizations, including an overview of the services and relevant experience;
• Clear evidence of an understanding of the goals and challenges of strategic planning;
• Contacts of three (3) references from previous facilitation work References should include client name, contact person, phone number, project description, and results;
• Expected remuneration and any relevant costs

Address documents to the Manager and e-mail to kyfavacancies@gmail.com no later than Friday, December 14th, 2012. 

Short-listed candidates shall be notified.

Kisumu Youth Football Association (KYFA)
P.O. Box 13- Mega City
Kisumu, Kenya 

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Lake Victoria North Water Services Board Vacancies in Kakamega Kenya

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board was established under the Water Act 2002, and is responsible for the efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage within its area of jurisdiction.
 

The Board seeks to strengthen the management of one of its Water Service Provider by recruiting self driven and result oriented candidates to fill the following senior positions within the Kakamega, Khayega, Mumias, Butere, Nambale, Busia and Matayos Water Supplies. 

All the positions will be stationed in Kakamega.
 

1. Managing Director

Ref: LVNWSB/P7/2011

1 Position
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide the strategic direction and leadership of the water supply in line with its vision, mission and values.
• Oversee the effective and efficient management of the water supplies assets and facilities, including human capital, financial, administrative, and other resources.
• Oversee the formulation and periodic updating of the Corporate Plan including projections of any expansion/development of facilities, business operations.
• Champion change of culture within the water supplies to one more consistent with private sector principles and practices.
• Review with senior management budget proposals and human resource plans for approval by the Board.
• Prepare regular reports to the Board on actual performance of the water supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations.
• Promote effective and efficient service delivery through responsive strategies to customer needs.

Requirements for the Position:

• Be a holder of a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Commerce or Business Administration/ Management from a recognized university.
• Have at least 8 years relevant experience, three (3) of which must have been in senior management position.
• Must be registered by respective professional bodies.
• Must have strong leadership, people management, negotiations and communication skills.
• Must be computer literate.
• A good understanding/knowledge and experience of the water sector will be an added advantage.
• Those in possession of a Masters degree will have an added advantage.

2. Human Resource and Administration Manager

Ref: LVNWSB/P8/2010

1 Position
 

Reporting to Managing Director, the candidate will provide expert advice in the management of the human
resource function.
 

Key duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement human resource strategies, policies, procedures and guidelines designed to achieve the Water Supplies strategic mission and goals.
• Design and coordinate the implementation of staff career development programs to ensure continued supply of competencies and skills for effective operation of the water supplies.
• Assess staff training needs and develop training and development programmes aimed at addressing the needs as well as building staff capacity to meet performance gaps.
• Develop and effectively manage the staff grievance procedure so as to ensure a conducive working environment that is motivating to staff.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labour legislation and HR policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Coordinate staff recruitment, staff induction, retention and separation processes.
• Develop and manage staff welfare schemes such as medical, insurance, e.t.c.
• Advise the Water Supplies on manpower planning and staffing levels by assessing the present and future needs of the company.
• Prepare and manage staff costs.
• Develop objective performance management systems and criteria for performance measurement.
• Prepare timely reports and relevant communication to employees.

Requirements for the Position:

• Be a holder of a degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university.
• Must have a postgraduate Diploma in HRM.
• Must have 5 years progressive human resource management experience in a busy organization.
• Must be computer literate.
• Have excellent team, leadership and management skills.
• Ability to make independent judgments which support business and HR objectives.
• Sound knowledge and working experience of Kenyan Labour Laws.
• Must be registered by Human Resource professional body.
• Those in possession of a Masters degree will have an added advantage

If you meet the requirements, please send your application attaching a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates and testimonials, stating your current position, remuneration and telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned on or before 18th December 2012.

To: 

The Chief Executive Officer
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board
P.O. Box 673-50100
Kakamega
 

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. 

Only short listed candidates shall be notified.
 

LVNWSB is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture. 

Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

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West Kenya Sugar Company Jobs in Kakamega Kenya

West Kenya Sugar Company Limited is the fastest growing sugar company in Kenya located in Kakamega, along the Kakamega - Webuye Road. 

The company prides itself in the quality of its products, personnel and productivity.
 

The company seeks to fill the following vacancies in its establishment and invites qualified, competent and dedicated applicants to apply:
 

1. Deputy Human Resources Manager

Reporting to the Human Resources and Administration Manager, the successful candidate will

• Allocate duties and Supervise staff in the department
• Formulate and enforce human resources procedures and regulations
• Organize, implement and evaluate human resources policies
• Coordinate training and development of employees
• Provide guidance on human resources management and development policy matters
• Manage staff appraisals, promotions, discipline, deployment, staff pensions, personal accidents and medical scheme.
• Handle industrial relations and career development of staff
• Monitor and evaluate the Human Resources Department activities and compile quarterly department reports.

The ideal candidate must have a degree (Social Sciences) or a Bachelor of Business Administration (Human
Resources Management) degree, a post-graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management and at least six (6) years relevant work experience in a busy manufacturing concern. 

In addition, the candidate must be business driven, with strong financial acumen, communication and interpersonal skills with high personal integrity.

2. Head of Security
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will:

• Develop, configure and deploy security systems to protect company property, systems and personnel
• Resolve risks, threats and vulnerabilities in security issues.
• Develop, deploy and implement cost-efficient security solutions to protect tangible and intangible assets of the company and its personnel.
• Perform, review and evaluate security audits on a periodic basis.
• Provide and configure remedial changes to security protocols.
• Create awareness on security issues and protocols among company employees.
• Ensure adherence to corporate safety and security regulations and processes.

The ideal candidate should have at least ten (10) years of active police work in the Criminal Investigation Department of Kenya Police and of the rank of Superintendent of Police or above. 

In addition, the candidate must have good communication and interpersonal skills, with high personal integrity.

Please send your up-to-date curriculum vitae, letter of application, daytime telephone number and names of three referees to:
 

The Managing Director
West Kenya Sugar Company Limited
P.O Box 2101 – 50100, 

Kakamega
 

Or to email address: info@wksugar.com
 

To reach not later than Wednesday 14th December, 2012. 

Canvassing will led to automatic disqualification.

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Motor Vehicles Sales & Marketing Manager and Area Operations Manager Jobs

Urgent KenTrain Vacancies for December 2012

Our clients require filling the following posts before Jan 2013

Sales and Marketing Manager: Motor Vehicles

• Experience in sales of new/used motor vehicles
• Must own a car
• Must have a degree/diploma in sales
• Over 4 years experience In selling vehicles (Chinese vehicles will be an advantage)
• Vacancies exist for Nairobi/Mombasa and Nakuru
• Must be earning over 100k per month
• Must have led a sales team of over 4 people

Area Operations Manager:
 

Based in Southern Sudan

• Experience in leading a sales team of over 20 people
• MBA-Graduate
• Willingness to relocate to Southern Sudan.
• Good finance and sales experience
• Experience in FMCG industry

Send your brief CV to the following email addresses before Dec 8th 2012.
 

The subject should be the job title
info@kentrain.co.ke
riona@kentrain.co.ke
cvkentrain@gmail.com

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