Egerton University
 
Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration and Finance
 
Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development
Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development, is an institute of Egerton University mandated to conduct agricultural policy research and analysis in Kenya.

The institute is looking to fill the following position based in Nairobi.
 
Finance and Administration Manager
 
The successful candidate will head the Finance and Administration unit of the institute. He/she will be responsible for the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of the institute. 

Reporting to the Director of the Institute, the key tasks under this position shall include:
  • Formulation of sound financial policies, procedures and accounting systems that ensure effective management of funds
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, IFRS and other financial, human resource and procurement laws and regulations
  • Ensure timely preparation of financial management reports, budgets and implementation of budgetary controls
  • Co-ordinate the development and implementation of the administrative and human resource policies of the institute
  • Ensure the establishment and maintenance of human resource best practices including staff contract, performance management and continuous improvement of administrative services
  • Ensure compliance with donors’ requirements
  • Liaise closely with the University Finance Controller on matters related to finance and accounting
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned
Qualifications and Skills
 
The preferred candidate should be:
  • A Bachelor’s degree holder in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or its equivalent and an MBA from a recognized University
  • Have attained CPA (K) and a member of ICPAK
  • Has attained a minimum of six (6) years progressive work experience, three (3) of which should be at a senior level in a busy accounting and administrative environment
  • Full knowledge of payroll administration, budget preparation and control
  • Relevant experience in using various financial accounting software and preparation of financial management reports
  • Relevant skills in analysis of financial data to provide informative reports to non-finance managers
  • Have a working knowledge of project accounting and management and be familiar with donor financial reporting and foreign exchange accounting
  • Possess knowledge and experience in use of ERP and MS office suite
  • Possess ability to plan, develop and implement institutional administration and development
  • Have good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (Oral and written)
  • Prior experience and knowledge of administration, human resource management and procurement functions will be an added advantage
A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate(s). 

The position carries with it a two (2) year renewable contract.

Only the shortlisted applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Applications together with copies of certificates and a detailed CV including names of three referees should be sent to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration and Finance),
Egerton University,
P.O Box 536 - 20115
Egerton.

Or via email address (vacancies2014@tegemeo.org). 

Applications should be clearly marked F & A Manager-Tegemeo and should be received not later than Wednesday 31st December 2014.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulator of the ICT Industry, mandated with licensing and regulating Telecommunications, Postal/Courier and Broadcasting services.

The Authority is also responsible for managing the country’s Frequency Spectrum and Numbering Resources, and facilitating the development of E-Commerce.

The Authority invites applications to fill the following vacant position:-
 
General Manager (GM) / Technical Services 

Salary Scale: B1

Ref. No: CA/1/GMT

Key Responsibilities
 
Reports to the Director General with the following key responsibilities:
  • Provide strategic direction, leadership and advice CA on the appropriate framework for regulation of the communication sector in the country, in accordance with relevant legislation.
  • Provide leadership to the technical staff with requisite skills to competently discharge the technical duties of CA.
  • Carry out studies/research that lead to establishment of rates, fees and tariffs that may be charged for the provision of services offered by regulated communication service providers.
  • Prepare methods of costing and pricing of communication services and submitting them to the Director General for consideration and administering the same after approval by the Board.
  • Advice the government through the DG on the performance of communication service providers.
  • Initiate the development of appropriate policies and regulations for the communication sector.
  • Keep abreast of international regulatory issues affecting the sector, and represent the Authority/Country in external meetings and events touching on the mandate of the Authority.
  • Facilitate transparency and consistency in the regulation of communication services.
  • When requested, arbitrate disputes between stakeholders.
  • Provide leadership to the technical staff with requisite skills to competently discharge technical duties of CA.
  • Create an atmosphere in which staff within the functional area under him/her have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills, so that within the reasonable limits of the organization, find fulfilment in their work
  • Process licenses with respect to various fields of communication services and activities in accordance with the provisions of the Act and applicable regulations;
  • Develop strategies on management and optimum utilization of frequency resources in accordance with the laid down procedures and regulation.
  • Lead the formulation of ICT standards in line with global trends and update these on a regular basis in line with best practices and oversee the development of frameworks for adopting new technologies.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering, Communication Systems/ICT or relevant field.
  • A relevant Master‘s degree.
  • Fifteen (15) years’ relevant experience, seven (7)of which should be in a Senior Management Position.
  • Affiliation to a Professional body required.
How to Apply

If you believe that you are the right candidate for any of the above positions and you can clearly demonstrate you meet the criteria, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, email and telephone contacts quoting the reference number on your application letter.

Candidates will be required to submit Certificate of Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Certificates of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

CA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered so as to reach on or before 14th January, 2015. 

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman
Communications Authority of Kenya
CA Centre
Waiyaki Way
P.O. Box 14448-00800
Nairobi

Website: www.ca.go.ke

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulator of the ICT Industry, mandated with licensing and regulating Telecommunications, Postal/Courier and Broadcasting services.

The Authority is also responsible for managing the country’s Frequency Spectrum and Numbering Resources, and facilitating the development of E-Commerce.

The Authority invites applications to fill the following vacant position:-
 
General Manager (GM) - Corporate Affairs

Salary Scale: B1

Ref. No CA/2/GMCA
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Reports to the Director General with the following key responsibilities:
  • Facilitate the delivery of CA’s Mandate by working towards a harmonious climate for CA’s service delivery.
  • Provide strategic direction on stakeholder management, government relations, facilitate consumer awareness, incubate and harness public good will.
  • Monitor the industry for efficient and competitive delivery of services as well as keep tabs on market development with a view of facilitating ICT for development.
  • Play a key role in advocacy, international relations in order to foster strategic positioning of the Country in the international arena.
  • Provides strategic direction and leadership in the overall management of all matters pertaining to ICT market analysis, research, competition, and tariffs.
  • Oversee the analysis of the economic, socio-cultural and market challenges facing the communications sector and develop policy and regulatory guidelines in line with CA’s strategy.
  • Provide guidance in the development and institutionalisation of policies, pertaining to Corporate Communications and Consumer Affairs with a view of ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and improvement of service delivery and operations.
  • Evaluate the impact of Government and Authority’s policies on users, businesses and the national economy.
  • Provide recommendations to guide policy-making, government planning and the development of the regulatory framework in the industry.
  • Provide leadership and oversee planning and implementation of CA’s communications  strategies relating to both internal and external affairs of the Authority.
  • Provide avenues by which consumer issues on communication service can be registered and investigated.
  • Oversee statistical reports pertaining to ICT sector performance and dissemination to stakeholders.
  • Consults and cooperates with other governmental and other stakeholders on the provision of communication services.
  • Provide leadership in creating a distinguished and well positioned CA Brand.
  • Oversee CA corporate publications.
  • Strategic media relations.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Public Relations, Business Administration, Media Studies, or Relevant area.
  • A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Fifteen (15) Years relevant work experience, Seven (7) of which must be in a Senior Management Position.
How to Apply

If you believe that you are the right candidate for any of the above positions and you can clearly demonstrate you meet the criteria, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, email and telephone contacts quoting the reference number on your application letter.

Candidates will be required to submit Certificate of Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) , Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Certificates of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigations Department (CID).

CA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

All applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered so as to reach on or before 14th January, 2015. 

Applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman
Communications Authority of Kenya
CA Centre
Waiyaki Way
P.O. Box 14448-00800
Nairobi

Website: www.ca.go.ke
The Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) is a program under the auspices of Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) and Moi University whose aim is to provide sustainable efforts in access to health care. 

AMPATH supports the Ministry of Health in eight (8) Counties of Western Kenya Region, with a catchments population of an estimated 3.5 million people.

The AMPATH Research office invites applicants for the post of Research Data Manager.

The UO1 grant is a five year recently awarded grant by NHLBI aiming at Optimizing Linkage and retention of hypertension patients to care in Western Kenya. 

This grant seeks to determine the causes of non-linkage and non-retention, and develop solutions that will optimize linkage and retention to care within the study communities.

Applications are invited for the following vacant position in the Linkage and Retention to hypertension care in Western Kenya (L.A.R.K.) study.
 

Post: Systems Engineer / Java Programmer

1 Post
 
The Role: Reporting to the Chief Information Officer as well as the Principal Investigator, the successful candidate will among others be responsible for the following:-
  • Collaborate with the Medical Informatics group at AMPATH to design, develop and modify java-based applications.
  • Design and create mobile health programs primarily using the Android framework.
  • Design and create java programs, and develop applications on top of OpenMRS (www.openmrs.org) software.
  • Install software applications and operating systems under predetermined guidelines as well as monitoring, testing and troubleshooting existing application system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Design, program, test, implement and troubleshoot assigned systems.
  • Maintain the software, and make changes and enhancements, as needed.
  • Assist with health information analysis documentation upon request.
  • Assist with effective interface of assigned systems with other systems.
  • Implement algorithms to integrate with existing and emerging systems.
  • Ensure assigned systems have assigned systems have required security support.
  • Complete assignments in a quality and timely manner with minimal errors.
  • Supports development and maintenance needs as specified by his or her supervisor.
  • Assist with research on various technologies and other topics.
  • Seeks input and feedback from team members to improve individual work activities.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualification and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in IT/ Computer Science or related field.
  • Be in possession of a minimum of at least one year of related work experience in Information Systems or programming.
  • Ability to interact and verbally communication with co-workers.
  • Ability to write reports and operational correspondence.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Intermediate or advanced java programming skills, including some familiarity with the Android platform.
  • Working knowledge and experience with Subversion, Spring, javascript, Hibernate and SQL.
  • Awareness of basic concepts, practices, and procedures in programming, systems development, and software engineering (including but not limited to object-oriented techniques and languages, database principles and programming, and opensource methodologies).
  • Experience with OpenMRS development (www.openmrs.org), including at least one patch successfully reviewed and applied to OpenMRS core code will be an added advantage.
  • Aptitude to learn clinical processes and clinical terminology.
Terms of Employment: The successful candidate will be employed on a 1-year renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and allowances.
 
Application Submission
 
Candidates who meet these requirements and are interested should email their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae giving details of current remuneration to jobs@ampath.or.ke with the subject line “Systems Engineer/ Java Programmer Application.
 
Applicants are encouraged to submit a patch to one or more OpenMRS ticket(s).
 
Include a link to a successful project accomplished
 
Introductory developer materials:http://openmrs.org/wiki/developers
 
Suggested introductory tickets: http://dev.openmrs.org/report/20
 
NB. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
The Chief of Party AMPATH Plus/Ag. C.E.O AMPATH
P.O. Box 4606
Eldoret

Application materials clearly labelled “Application for employment as Systems engineer/ Java Programmer” must be sent so as to be received at the above office by 14th January, 2015.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Vacancy No: VA/FPA/KEN/007/2014
 
Post Title: National Programme Professional Personnel (NPPP) (Advocacy & Communication)
 
Post Type: Service Contract (SB-4)
 
Duration: 1 year
 
Background: UNFPA is seeking to recruit a National Programme Professional Personnel (NPPP) (Advocacy & Communication) to join the Communication, Advocacy and Public Education (CAPE) team at National Council for Population and Development (NCPD). 

We are looking for an individual who is creative, organized, highly motivated, and results-oriented and effective communicator. 

The selected individual will be based in Nairobi at NCPD head office reporting to the Director General through the Deputy Director-CAPE.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
 

The NPPP will be expected to ensure clear and consistent population and development programme messages are delivered to all key target audiences in a timely manner.

In particular, he/she will primarily be responsible for developing and implementing media engagement strategies for all population and development related programmes as guided by the National Advocacy, IEC and SBCC Strategy for Population and Sustainable Development.

Specific Responsibilities will include:
  • Work with the NCPD – CAPE Division and KEMEP team to develop strategic relationships with key national and international media and Networks, to ensure comprehensive coverage of FP/RH, Population and Development activities;
  • Liaise with NCPD Public Relations Office on matters of NCPD corporate communication and protocol issues.
  • Implement the National Advocacy, IEC and SBCC Strategy for Population and Sustainable Development and other strategies focusing on bringing research evidence to decision-makers;
  • Develop press and communication materials for various media events; • Develop targeted IEC materials
  • Work with various teams within NCPD to develop opinion editorials for local and international print media as part of population advocacy;
  • Seek and secure opportunities for NCPD and other partners to write regular columns in high profile media as well as ensure they are regular expert contributors in television stations;
  • Write and edit web-based information materials in order to maintain and update NCPD online communication (website and social media). This includes writing and editing blog articles.
Qualifications and Experience
 
The ideal candidate should be a team player with the following qualities:
  • A Master’s Degree in Development Communication, Journalism or related field. Candidates with additional qualifications in either demography, population or development studies will have added advantage;
  • At least five (5) years post-qualification experience in communication, writing and content creation and media relations.
  • Demonstrable computing skills in desktop publishing
  • Demonstrable track record in media engagement;
  • Familiarity with communication approaches for planning, executing, and monitoring communications strategies;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication;
  • Ability to work independently in mobilizing media coverage and producing quality communication material;
  • Demonstrated willingness to work as part of a team;
  • Networking, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills coupled with resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment.
Application Procedures
 
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their Curriculum Vitae to email address: kenya.recruit@unfpa.org by Friday 02 January 2015, quoting the post title on the subject line.

Applications received via other means will not be accepted.

Employment at National Council for Population and Development is guided by the principles of the constitution and guidelines in force from time to time.

The UNFPA is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.


Kenya Roads Board is a state corporation established by the Kenya Roads Board Act No. 7 of 1999. 

The mandates of the Board include the management of the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF) for the maintenance, rehabilitation and development of Kenya’s road network. 

To enhance its operations KRB is seeking to recruit experienced candidates to fill the following vacant positions;

1. Manager / Civil Engineer 
1 Post
Ref: KRB/2014-1
 
Reporting to a General Manager, the successful applicant will perform duties in Technical Compliance or in Planning and Programming functions of the Board.

Key duties and responsibilities include the following:

  • Coordinating development of road network annual roads work programmes presented to KRB by the Road Agencies;
  • Ensuring selected roads in the programme are prioritized in accordance with KRB’s requirements;
  • Monitoring the implementation of delivery of works;
  • Auditing Road Agencies’ processes and work policies and procedures and make recommendations for improvement;
  • Following up on road works to ensure work implementation is as per the approved work programmes;
  • Ensuring analysis of organizational performance is achieved.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in civil engineering or equivalent from a recognized university;
  • Registered Engineer with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK);
  • Minimum of eight (8) years experience in road planning, design, construction and maintenance;
  • Exposure to procurement systems and processes as used by Government of Kenya;
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills; and
  • Leadership skills.
2. Deputy Manager / Civil Engineer
5 Posts
Ref. 
KRB/2014-2
 
Reporting to a Manager/Civil Engineer, successful applicants will perform duties in Technical Compliance or in Planning and Programming functions of the Board.

Key duties and responsibilities include the following:
  • Carrying out technical, performance and financial audits on all road works implemented by road agencies in accordance with set standards,
  • Gathering, collating and analyzing technical data of road works for efficiency and effectiveness;
  • Preparation of Comprehensive audit reports and making recommendations for Implementation;
  • Coordinating with Road Agencies in development of road works programmes; and
  • Ensuring programmes are within the approved financial ceiling;
  • Monitoring the implementation of delivery of works.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in civil Engineering from a recognized University;
  • Minimum six (6) years practical experience in Planning, Design, Construction Maintenance and Technical & Performance Auditing;
  • Registered with EBK and be a Corporate Member of IEK;
  • Superior communication skills and ability to work with teams; and
  • Experience in Computer applications.
3. Engineer III 
2 Posts
Ref: KRB 2014-3
 
The holder of the position will assist in reviewing of work programmes. In addition the position holder will assist in conducting technical and financial audits of works funded by the RMLF fund;
 
Key duties and responsibilities include the following:
  • Reviewing work programmes to ensure that the programmes are done in KRB’s standard formats;
  • Preparing expenditure and management reports;
  • Assisting in conducting technical, financial and performance audits; and
  • Assisting in coordinating road network maintenance needs and funding models;
Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in civil engineering or equivalent from a University recognized by Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
  • A minimum of three (3) years practical experience in monitoring work programmes and reporting systems; road design, construction and road maintenance and technical and financial audit;
  • Registrable by the EBK; and
  • Ability to be a good team player.
4. Transport Economist
1 Post

Ref: KRB 2014-4
 
Reporting to a General Manager, successful candidate will be responsible for studying economic trends, collecting data, using analytical tools and techniques to prepare reports and information for decision making.

Key duties and responsibilities include the following:
  • Collecting data, forecasting and producing reports;
  • Analyzing economic trends through complex quantitative methods for reliable forecast of economic activity and funding of roads;
  • Conduct valuable research, present findings to support decision making; and
  • Planning and policy developments in the road sector and ensure that Investment programming adds value to the economy.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Economics or Social Sciences;
  • Master’s Degree in Transport Economics or Economics;
  • Eight (8) years experience in macro and micro economic analysis and statistical analysis;
  • Exposure to public service economic planning systems;
  • Self-confidence and good interpersonal skills;
  • Analytical skills and modeling skills; and
  • Effective communication skills.
5. Legal Officer 
1 Post

Ref: KRB 2014-5
 
Reporting to the Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs.

Key duties and responsibilities include the following:
  • Ensure regulations that govern the operations of the Board are complied with at all times;
  • Assist in preparation and circulation of Agenda and facilitate smooth running of Board Meetings, preparing minutes in a timely manner;
  • Develop and manage the Board’s litigation cases in liaison with Attorney General or other Board’s external lawyers;
  • Ensure that signed and confirmed minutes are filed;
  • Vet all contracts or agreements proposed to be entered into between the Board and a third party; and
  • Assist in managing the corporate planning of the Board.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Degree in Law;
  • An advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
  • Minimum of six (6) years post qualification experience; exposure to public sector legal systems will be an added advantage;
  • Exposure to a computerized environment;
  • Excellent business communication and report writing skills; and
  • Good appreciation of strategic planning processes.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit written applications with detailed resume indicating education and qualifications, work experience, copies of certificates, your current position, remuneration level, day time contact phone numbers, E-mail and three referees. 

KRB is an equal opportunity employer. 

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

The envelopes should be clearly marked with the reference number of the post applied for and addressed to:

The Executive Director
Kenya Roads Board,
3rd Floor, Kenya Re Towers, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 73718-00200
Nairobi

Applications should be received by 14th January, 2015.

Our client, a medium sized SACCO in Nairobi with national wide membership, wishes to recruit suitably qualified and experienced individuals in the following position;
 
Chief Executive Officer

Ref: KEN/CEO/12/14
 
Job Summary: Reporting to the Board of Directors the person will be responsible for the day to day Management of the Society’s Operations. 

In addition he/she is expected to give guidance to the Board of Directors on various policy matters as well as managing the staff within the Society.
 
Main Duties:
  • Interpreting and implementing the decisions of the Board;
  • Ensuring effective management of the Sacco’s business in the best interest of the Sacco and other stakeholders;
  • Ensuring development and implementation of strategic and business plans;
  • Overseeing the development of operational plans and budget for approval by the Board;
  • Ensuring compliance with the laws of the country;
  • Overseeing the development of various Sacco policies.
  • Ensuring there is effective communication between the management and the Board;
  • Acting as the principal spokesperson of the Sacco;
  • Participating in the Board of Director’s meetings and Executive Committee meetings;
  • Responsible for the security of funds and assets of the Sacco;
  • Performing any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the BOD
Job Specifications:

The incumbent will be required to possess the following qualifications,attributes and skills:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business related course
  • Be a registered Certified Public Accountant CPA(K)
  • A diploma in Co-operative Management will be an added advantage.
  • Have at least 5 years practical experience in a busy financial institution with 2 of these being in a Senior Management Position.
  • Computer literate
  • Minimum C+ in KCSE# Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
How to Apply

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and testimonials indicating the current remuneration and expected salary by email to Co-opconsultancy@co-opbank.co.ke quoting the job reference as the subject header “KEN/CEO/12/14” by 2nd January 2015.

Norbrook Laboratories Limited is one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. 

The following vacancy has arisen at our facility in Karuri, Kenya.

Quality Assurance Manager

Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs & Quality Assurance Director.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • To ensure full compliance of the facility and operation with the cGMP, GDP and GLP and continuous improvement of the Company Quality Control Systems.
  • Manage quality analysis and documentation process for all raw material, packaging and finished goods
  • Oversee all activities of the quality control laboratory
  • Ensure all documents appertaining to cGMP are in place for all processes in the facility, co-ordinate and develop cGMP training on site.
  • To convene self-inspections and supplier quality audits and follow up of CAPA
  • Responsible for hosting and managing audits from PPB, NDA, TFDA, other regulatory bodies and third party consumer audits.
  • Other duties in line with the position.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from a recognized University.
  • Registered by Pharmacy and Poisons Board with a current practice license
  • Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing for finished dosage forms with 5+ years’ experience post internship in Quality control in manufacturing facility/es.
  • Proactive, able to work independently, have previous team management and supervisory experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality guidelines, attention to detail with good analytical skills
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to work well under pressure
  • Adequate knowledge of relevant computer packages
If you are interested in the above position and feel you have the necessary qualifications and experience, send your application to:

The Human Resource Department
Norbrook Kenya Limited, Old Limuru Road, Karuri,
P.O. Box 1287 – 00606, Sarit Center, Nairobi

Closing Date for receipt of applications is 02.01.2015

Vacancy: Assistant Conservation Education Coordinator
 
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Lewa), based in Isiolo Kenya, is an organization that works as a catalyst for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat. 

We are looking for a high calibre, self-driven and dedicated Conservation Educator with a commitment to excellence to enhance our Conservation Education Programme (CEP). 

This position reports to the Conservation Education Coordinator (CEC). 

The ideal candidate’s main task will be to deliver conservation education awareness to schools visiting Lewa and through the outreach programme to the neighbouring schools.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist the CEC to plan, coordinate and deliver the CEP to the schools visiting Lewa and in the outreach programme
  • Prepare interactive presentations about the environment and conservation for the students of different age groups
  • Assist visiting schools and through the outreach programme, with skills to initiate environmental clubs in schools to transform the school environment and community
  • Develop computer-based environmental and conservation activities for the students participating in the CEP
  • Upgrade and update the teaching exhibits and resources at the CEP as need arises
  • Collection and preparation of specimens from the field to enhance delivery of conservation education lessons.
  • Prepare reports as scheduled
Qualifications
  • A degree in Environmental Education or a related field
  • At least 2 years working experience in environmental or conservation education
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Ready to work under minimum supervision and for long hours
  • Must reside within Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
  • Aged 25 to 35 years
  • Ready to start working immediately
If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining a team of hardworking staff, please send your resume and application letter to the address below indicating your current gross pay and salary expectation for this position. 

Provide your daytime telephone contact and contacts of three referees by 31st December 2014.

The Human Resource Manager
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Private Bag,
Isiolo, Kenya

OR Email: hr@lewa.org

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
KTDA Holdings Ltd and KTDA Management Services Ltd (KTDA MS), a wholly owned subsidiary of KTDA Holdings Ltd:-

Vacancy: Senior Sales Accountant 
 
Position Scope: Reporting to the Treasury Manager, successful candidate will be responsible for.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensuring Auction sales cycle completeness through Electronic Billboard managed by CFC Stanbic bank
  • Ensuring that sales through the direct sales platform are properly accounted for and that buyers adhere to approved credit terms.
  • Confirming export letters of credit from tea buyers.
  • Confirmation of funds receipt for advance paying customers
  • Distribution of LC and advance payment funds to respective factory bank accounts of the pool collecting account
  • Supporting Bank reconciliation team with information related to sales inflows
  • Supporting Factory accountants with tea sales debtors reports/reconciliations
  • Receiving and validating all payment invoices originating from CTCL for warehousing charges
  • Preparing weekly Treasury reports for operation and marketing meetings.
Qualifications / Skills / Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
  • A degree in Commerce/Economics.
  • Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
  • Professional qualification CPA (K), ACCA.
  • Ten (10) years minimum experience relevant experience.
  • Debtors Management experience/skills.
  • Exposure to trade finance especially export locs.
  • Strong analytical  and communication skills.
How to Apply
 
If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please CLICK HERE to apply online by 2nd January 2015.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

KTDA Holdings Ltd and KTDA Management Services Ltd (KTDA MS), a wholly owned subsidiary of KTDA Holdings Ltd:-

Group Head of Procurement

Position Scope
: Reporting to the Group Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for procurement of goods, works and services for KTDA Holdings, its subsidiaries and KTDA managed factory companies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Developing and implementing procurement strategies, policies and procedures.
  • Ensuring solicitation, receipt and analysis of proposals, quotation and tender submissions and recommend selection.
  • Ensuring maintenance of updated suppliers list.
  • Ensuring procurement of various materials, works and services for the company are at the most competitive prices.
  • Ensuring availability of an up-to-date specification list for machinery and other supplies
  • Advising management and the Board on procurement matters
  • Ensuring preparation of budgets and effective controls.
  • Ensuring proper implementation of all purchase agreements and contracts
  • Reviewing, compiling the Tender documents to the management tender committee and Tender Board.
  • Spearheading negotiations on behalf of KTDA on procurement matters
Qualifications / Competencies / Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Post graduate diploma in purchasing and supplies management CIPS/CILT.
  • Masters Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Membership to a professional body (KISM/CIPS).
  • Ten (10) years relevant experience six (6) of which must have been at a managerial level.
  • High level of integrity
  • Good management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply

If you believe you fit the required profile, please CLICK HERE to apply online by 2nd January 2015.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Our client, a well-established Safari company in Kenya is looking for a very experienced Camp Manager for their Maasai Mara establishment. 

He/she MUST have 10 years’ experience in luxury camps.

Qualifications:
  • Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in management of luxury camps in the bush.
  • Willing to live and work in the bush.
  • Previous work within a community like Maasai will be an advantage.
  • Good knowledge in maintenance & food and beverage.
  • Experience in project maintenance will be an added advantage.
  • Must have worked in a remote area.
  • Comfortably able to host clients of all nationalities.
Monthly net salary: Ksh.127,500 - 170,000/= (Approx. 1,500 - 2,000 USD) depending on experience
 

Deadline: 9th January 2014    
 
Applications:
 
Send your up to date CV to:  

hospitality@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 
Karen road, Karen.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
 
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Our client, a prominent Law Firm based in Nairobi is looking to fill the position of a Project & Change Manager. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordination and delivery new standards for operations, customer service, commercial and finance functions. 

He/she MUST have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as part of a management team in a law firm.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • The successful candidate’s main role will be to introduce improvement in the firms.
  • Work with the senior management team to implement an aligned and detailed vision and  come up with delivery plan.
  • Collation of the information obtained from the CM reviews and analysing it.
  • Exhibit and drive a strong and creative performance culture, where the most rewarding opportunities are forcefully pursued.
  • Prepare and maintain documentation and reports for assigned areas of responsibility.
Qualifications:
  • Must have at least 5 years experience as part of the management team of a law firm.
  • Must have a bachelor’s degree in Commerce, IT, Law, Actuarial or  relevant background.
  • A master’s degree would be an added advantage.
  • Must have project management and/or process management qualifications.
  • Must have high attention to detail & good business understanding.
  • An earlier career with significant and successful experience of operational issues in a commercial organization.
  • An analytical mind capable of attending to the nabbing of issues.
  • An ability to come up with creative solutions and put them into effect.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Candidates with the ability to speak French will have an added advantage.
  • Experience in implementing change.
Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 250,000 - 300,000/= (Approx. 2,941 - 3,529 USD)depending on experience

Deadline: 10th January 2015   

Applications:

Send your up to date CV to:  

professionals@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 
Karen road, Karen.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
 
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

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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