IRC Field Security Officer, HR Admin Coordinator, Livelihoods Manager and Emergency Response Openings (Hagadera Based) Jobs in Kenya

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

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

The IRC provides an open ended contract, competitive salary and benefits package to its staff as well as a well planned staff development opportunity.

Applications are invited for the position of:

Field Security Officer (Hagadera Based)
Re-advertised

IRC is currently looking for a Field Security Officer. This is a key position and carries responsibility for the integrity of the IRC’s Security system.

The Security unit must be able to rapidly assess, advice and recommend for all Program staff, whilst ensuring best practices and maintaining records.

The Security Officer works closely with the Field Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs3@kenya.theirc.org

HR Admin Co-ordinator (Nairobi Based)

Re-advertised

IRC is currently looking for a Human Resources/Administration Co-ordinator who will be reporting to the Deputy Director, Operations (DDO) and will be responsible for ensuring effective and transparent human resource management practices and quality administrative support functions throughout the country program and support the Somalia program.

He/She will provide advice and recommendations to the Director to ensure timely and equitable resolution of any disciplinary, ethical or legal staff issues and to promote staff retention and development.

The Human Resources/Administration Coordinator’ s responsibilities include national staff policy development, support for international staff personnel management, staff planning, benefits administration, staff training, and administrative services.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs5@kenya.theirc.org

Livelihoods Manager (Hagadera Based)

The livelihoods Manager will work under the direct supervision of the Field Coordinator and the overall guidance of the deputy director for programs.

He /She will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of the Project through effective leadership and guidance to the project staff and a wide range of stakeholders in working towards the attainment of the project goals and objectives.

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs26@kenya.theirc.org

Emergency Response Openings (Hagadera Based)

These are emergency deployment of upto 6 months with a possibility of extending to longer-term contracts as needed.

1. Nutrition Nurses

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs16@kenya.theirc.org

2. Nutrition Officers

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs17@kenya.theirc.org

3. Laboratory Technologist

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs18@kenya.theirc.org

4. Community Health Program Officer

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs19@kenya.theirc.org

5. Nurses

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs20@kenya.theirc.org

6. Clinical Officers

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs21@kenya.theirc.org

7. HR Admin Assistant

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs24@kenya.theirc.org

8. Logistics Assistant

For a detailed Job Description and person specification, send an email to jobs25@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

We will shortlist on a continuous basis until the position is filled.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Oxfam GB Public Health Engineers and Public Health Promoters Jobs in Kenya

Oxfam GB, Kenya Programme is currently partnering with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) to implement water, sanitation and hygiene promotion (WASH) programs for refugees in Dadaab Refugee camps.

In addition, Oxfam is planning to implement WASH programs for the host community living within 50km radius of the refugee camps.

To achieve this, Oxfam seeks to recruit the following positions.

Public Health Engineer (Water Distribution)

National Level D2

The Public Health Engineer will conduct rapid and detailed needs assessment in the refugee camp(s) and the host communities.

H/She will support pipeline survey, design technical drawing, bill of quantities for water distribution facilities and organise logistics supports to supply materials at site.

The person will ensure that minimum standards of technical quality in all engineering activities and interventions are technically appropriate, realistic and budget sound.

H/She will also prepare agreement/procedures documents for labour contract or sub-contract relevant works.

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Water and Environmental engineering from a recognised university.

You need intense experience in humanitarian work and significant understanding of pipe water supply source development and integrated WASH and hygiene promotion programme for IDPs/ refugees in camps, urban and rural situation.

Practical experience of technical project implementation, ability to work within deadlines and independently in difficult environment is essential.

Public Health Engineer (Sanitation & Construction)

National Level D2

The Public Health Engineer will conduct rapid and detailed needs assessment in the refugee camp(s) and the host communities.

H/She will support and prepare work plan in coordination with Public health Promoter and PHE team leader.

The person will supervise construction of sanitation and waste disposal facilities as well as prepare agreement/procedures documents for labour contract or sub-contract relevant works.

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Civil/Water engineering from a recognised university.

You will need to have intense experience in humanitarian work and significant understanding of building materials, construction and integrated watsan and hygiene promotion programme for IDPs/refugees in camps, urban and rural situation. Practical experience of technical project implementation and ability to work within deadlines and independently in difficult environment is essential.

Assistant Public Health Engineers

National Level E1

The Assistant Public Health Engineer will coordinate and supervise construction and maintenance of assigned water and sanitation infrastructure with support from the public Health Engineers.

H/She will assess the WASH needs of the host and refugee community as well as monitoring water availability, access and quality at household level. The person will also conduct water quality testing and analysis then recommend remedies.

To be successful in this role you will have a at least diploma in Civil, Water, Sanitary or Public Health Engineering from a recognised university/ college and a minimum two years experience in Water Engineering and/or construction works.

Public Health Promoter

National Level D2

The Public Health Promoter will Work with the WASH team to facilitate community participation in all WASH programmes in the camp.

S/he will also play a key role in data collection &situational analysis and provide information to different community and programme stakeholders.

S/he will carry out and participate in Public health assessments and contribute to program design, implementation and monitoring of program effectiveness in conjunction with other members of the WASH team (including public health engineers).

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Environmental/public/community health or any other related field with at least three years practical experience in appropriate community health and environmental programmes in an emergency/ refugee programme set up.

Experience and understanding of community mobilisation in relation to water and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of chronic and fluid humanitarian issues in refugee situations is also essential.

Assistant Public Health Promoter

National Level E1

The Assistant Public Health promoter will help plan and carry out WASH needs assessments, baseline studies and periodic studies and feed back findings to stakeholders.

He/ She will collect data from Community Mobilisers and prepare regular reports on Public Health promotion activities.

The person will also coordinate with water supply and sanitation field staff to ensure that the hardware and software aspects of the WASH response are integrated and work together to achieve a common goal.

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Environmental/public/community health or any other related field with at least one-year practical experience in appropriate community health and environmental programmes preferably in an emergency refugee programme set up.

Experience and understanding of community mobilisation in relation to water and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of chronic and fluid humanitarian issues in refugee situations is also essential

To apply

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and include two referees, preferably your current line manager to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk not later than 7th August 2011.

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Based in Dadaab, Kenya Programme,

Fixed Term Contracts up to December 2011

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Islamic Relief Somalia Programme Latest Jobs –August 2011

Islamic Relief is an international NGO established in Birmingham, UK in 1984. IR’s main objective is to promote sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and development activities.

We aim to help the needy regardless of race, religion or gender.

To respond to the humanitarian crises in Somalia, the following vacancies are available in IR Somalia programme.

Job Title: Emergency Program Manager
Location: Bay and Bakool-Somalia
No: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: University degree in international development or relevant field and minimum of 5 years experience in coordinating humanitarian and emergency operations.

Job Title: Emergency Programme Coordinator
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
No: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: Masters degree in management, social science or a relevant discipline and at least 4 years programme experience in humanitarian setting and at least 2 years in senior position within international NGOs.

Job Title: Food Security Coordinator
Location: Baidoa, Somalia
No: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: Relevant qualification in Nutrition, Agriculture or Food Science or related field and at least 2-3 years of experience in the field, preferably in the NGO sector.

Job Title: Wash Coordinator
Location: Baidoa, Somalia
No: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: Relevant qualification in Water Resources Engineering or related field and minimum 3-5 years of experience in project formulation, management, policy and strategy research and formulation, preferably in the NGO sector.

Job Title: Health Coordinator
Location: Baidoa, Somalia
No: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: University degree in public Health or equivalent with substantial relevant experience in Health sector and at least 4 years previous experience in senior or responsible position, developing and implementing health projects.

Job Title: Learning and Accountability Coordinator
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
No: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: Advanced degree in social sciences or related field and minimum 3 years of working experience with a humanitarian organization, including in emergency contexts. Strong networking skills, ability to liaise with multiple partners and with senior management is required.

Job Title: Humanitarian Program Officer
Location: 1
No: Nairobi, Kenya
Minimum Qualifications and Experiences: Post Graduate degree in development studies/international development with professional and relevant experiences with international NGOs and UN agencies. At least 3-5 years technical/management experience in humanitarian programs out of which 2 years in emergency related programs focusing on WASH, cash/food for work, and livelihoods support.

Interested candidates may request the detailed Job Descriptions of the above mentioned positions from the following email address not late than 10th August, 2011:

hrs@islamic-relief.or.ke

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.

 

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Del Monte Fitter Welder Job in Kenya

Del Monte Kenya Limited wishes to fill an existing vacancy for the position of Fitter Welder. The individual will join a high achieving management team, in our Engineering Department.

Position: Fitter Welder

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, the position will be charged with the following key tasks:

• Welding
• Interpreting plans and fabricating
• Fitting
• Performing general maintenance
• House keeping

The Person:

The candidate should possess the following minimum requirements:-

• Minimum of Form Four Certificate Grade C- or equivalent.
• Craft or Final proficiency certificate in Welding and Fabrication.
• Knowledge in use of AutoCAD will be an advantage.
• Ability to work long and odd hours on shifts in field condition and under pressure.
• A team player and with good communications skills.
• Aged between 24 – 40 years old.
• Experience > 5 years.

Del Monte is an equal opportunity employer and this position offers good career prospects.

If you believe you fit the required profile, please apply in confidence to the addresses below by 12th August 2011, providing a curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees.

The Human Resources Manager
Del Monte Kenya Limited
P O Box 147
Thika – 01000

or e-mail : hrkenya@freshdelmonte.com

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Graphics Designer Job in Kenya

About the Position

The position is responsible for Planning, analyzing and creating visual solutions.

They should find the most effective way to get messages across in print and media using color, illustration, photography, animation and various print and layout techniques.

Duties

• To design and create graphics that meet the specific guidelines of commercial or marketing needs, such as displays, packaging or logo design.
• Meeting clients or account managers to discuss the needs, objectives and requirements of projects
• Interpreting the client's business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose
• Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts
• Using innovation to work within the constraints of cost and time
• Creating high-quality, creative, suitable design artwork for client projects
• Accurately estimating of time taken to complete work and meeting deadlines derived from estimations
• Making creative judgments and decisions based on client direction, supervisor direction or creative briefs
• Helping to develop creative briefs by gathering information and data through research
• Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to Business operations officer
• Working with a wide range of Graphic software that is adobe Photoshop/illustrator and many others
• Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work
• Creating and revising internal marketing materials, forms, etc.
• Keeping knowledgeable of new innovations, technologies, and trends in the graphic design world
• Working as part of a team with printers, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists
• Working with Technology Services and Production Services to provide graphics for web and video as needed

Job Specification

Essential

Academic Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in graphics design or IT
• 2 Years Experience

Desired

• Various professional certifications

Experience

• 2 Years experience in the same position
• Can work with offset/digital printing equipment

Work related skills

• Good organizational skills
• Aggressive and Result Oriented
• Highly motivated
• Good problem solving skills
• Good leadership qualities and people oriented skills

Personal attributes

• Ability to work under pressure
• Trustworthy
• Team player
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong customer relation skills
• Very creative

Complexity and difficulty of the work

• A demanding job that requires high level of accuracy and integrity

This job description is meant to be only a representative summary of the duties and responsibilities performed by the jobholder.

The jobholder may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

The jobholder is expected to perform in a manner consistent with the values and philosophy of “XRX Technologies Ltd”

The resume and cover letter should be sent to careers@xrxtechnologies.co.ke and the closing date is 5th August 2011

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