Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (PTA Bank) Corporate Affairs Head Job in Nairobi Kenya

The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank, commonly known as the PTA Bank, is a development financial institution established as part of the COMESA economic arrangements.

The Bank’s vision is to become a world class financial institution contributing to the economic growth and prosperity of the Eastern and Southern African region through provision of trade, projects and infrastructure finance.
 

The Bank aims to attract and retain exceptionally talented professionals by offering a conducive working environment and attractive salaries and benefits.

In line with its growth strategy, the Bank is looking for self-motivated and results oriented professionals to join a team committed to building a world class financial institution. 

Interested and qualified candidates from the Bank’s member states are therefore invited to apply for the following position:
 

Position: Head – Corporate Affairs
 

Major Responsibilities
 

Reporting directly to the President of the Bank, the Head of Corporate Affairs (HCA) will work closely with the Bank’s Treasurer and Corporate Secretary, to support and coordinate the Bank’s engagement and mobilization of strategic partners and funders. 

The Head of Corporate affairs will also serve as the Bank’s liaison and focal point for communication with shareholders, current and prospective, and key stakeholder groups, namely the Board of Governors and the Board of Directors.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advises on strategic partnerships and discussions with key bilateral and multilateral partners; including capital expansion and special purpose funds;
• Manages key stakeholder relations in particular Member State , Government and Donor relations;
• Advises the President on strategy and corporate reforms;
• Maintains reliable information on development issues in the region and elsewhere of potential impact or representing opportunities for the Bank;
• Provides analytical and policy advice support to the President on long term strategic initiatives;
• Prepares strategic papers and briefing notes for the President’s meetings and discussions;
• Coordinates and advises on the preparation and submission of management papers and submissions to Board;
• Act as a dedicated communication channel for the Board of Directors and Board of Governors;
• Coordinates and facilitates self-assessments by the Board;
• Coordinate and facilitates service level agreements across the Bank;
• Assists Directorates in developing policy and strategy in line with overall Corporate Strategy.
• Coordinate Corporate Communications and Marketing, including the Bank’s Re-branding Project
• Undertake other corporate projects and activities as requested

Qualifications

• Masters degree in international relations / business development;
• Over 10 years working experience , ideally in development finance and development funding with hands on resource mobilization, lobbying, consulting in the region;
• Strong regional and global networks in development finance industry ;
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with board members

Competency Requirements

• Strong relationship management and strategic marketing/lobbying skills;
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of board members ;
• Strong analytical skills ;
• Strong writing and communication skills ; computer skills ;
• Interpersonal and inter-cultural skills

Applications should include a resume, recent passport size photo, full contact address and the names and
addresses of three referees. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. 

All inquiries should be sent to kifle.hamza@ptabank.org
 

Applications should be sent to the following address by 15th January 2013:
 

Director, Human Resources and Administration
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development (PTA Bank)
Bishop’s Road, NSSF Complex 22nd Floor
P. O. Box 48596 00-100
Nairobi
Kenya

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Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Project Engineers Jobs

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Ltd wishes to recruit qualified and experienced personnel with excellent credentials to fill the following vacant positions that will be on a 2 year contract or the duration of the project. 

Currently, the Company is constructing a total of over 2000km of electricity transmission Line of 500kv, 400kv, 220kv and 132kv and the associated substations.

Project Engineers

6 Posts
 

Ref: KETRACO/5/1C/40/12-B
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the Project Engineer will be stationed in the area where the project is being undertaken and will perform the following functions related to the project:

• Plan, design and supervise the construction of transmission lines and associated substations;
• Lead and coordinate activities of the project implementation team composed of various professionals;
• Participate in the procurement of project contractors and other consultants; and
• Supervise contractors and consultants so as to ensure that each stage of the project progresses on time and on budget.

Minimum Qualifications and Attributes
 

The ideal candidates should at least possess the following qualifications and attributes:-

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil (Structural) or Electrical Engineering from a recognized University. A Masters Degree will be an added advantage;
• Be a registered Engineer with the Kenya Engineers Registration Board (KERB);
• Be a member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (MIEK) ;
• Have at least five (5) years relevant work experience; three of which should have been in the design and construction of projects worth KShs. 100 million and above;
• Should possess computer skills. Proficiency in Office and CADD computer applications and other structural analysis and design software will be an added advantage;
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and good presentation skills;
• Ability to perform work independently under strict deadlines with minimum supervision; and
• Should be self-motivated, a team player, result oriented and with high level of integrity and willing to work odd hours when necessary.

Interested candidates who fully meet the above criteria should send their applications together with detailed Curriculum vitae and copies of certificates addressed to the undersigned to be received by 5.00 p.m, 18th January, 2013. 

The Reference should be clearly marked on the cover of the envelope. 

State current and expected salaries and daytime contact in the application. 

KETRACO is an equal opportunity employer. 

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

The Managing Director,
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited,
P.O. Box 34942-00100,
Nairobi.

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AIC Litein Mission Hospital Vacancies in Kenya

AIC Litein hospital is a Faith Based 160 bed hospital located in Bureti district, Kericho County. 

It is situated 35 kilometers south of Kericho - Sotik Road.
 

The hospital is planning to fill the following positions and is inviting the interested persons to apply.
 

1. General Surgeon
 

Required qualifications

• Must have MBChB
• Advance degree in general Surgery or equivalent
• Registered with Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board

2. Medical Officers
 

Must have MBChB
 

Registered with Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board
 

3. Radiographer
 

Required qualifications

• Must have diploma in radiography from a recognized institution
• Experience or training in ultrasonography is an added advantage

4. Nursing School Lecturers
 

Required qualifications

• Must have bachelor of science degree in nursing or a higher diploma in the relevant field of specialization and registered with Nursing Council of Kenya
• Must have a minimum of 6 years of clinical experience
• Experience in teaching is an added advantage

NB: All the applicants

• Be committed Christian
• Must be computer literate
• Relevant experience in a faith based facility is an added advantage

Applications should be sent to:
 

The Director,
AIC Litein Hospital, 

P. O. Box 200-20210, 

Litein
 

Tel: 020 2336460
 

Or sent via Email:liteinhospital@gmail.com

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Lake Victoria North Water Services Board Chief Managers Jobs in Finance & Strategy, Technical Services and Human Capital & Administration

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board was established in March 2004 vide gazette notice No.1714 under the Water Act 2002 as a State Corporation. 

The mandate of the Board is to ensure efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage services within its area of jurisdiction.
 

The Board recently launched a 5 year strategic plan and in line with the new organization structure, it wishes to recruit self-driven, result oriented, highly motivated and qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions.
 

1. Chief Manager, Finance and Strategy

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and perform the following duties:-

• Formulation and implementation of sound financial policies, procedures, strategies and systems.
• Manage financial resources effectively and efficiently through the development of activity based budgets and implementation of strict budgetary control measures.
• Analyzing the Board’s financial reports and advising Management on appropriate performance improvement strategies.
• Manage daily financial transactions and ensures that they are carried out in accordance with acceptable accounting standards.
• Work with different departments in the Board in evaluating the budget and ensuring that budgetary provisions are adhered to.
• Managing all the Board’s internal and external financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting requirements.
• Overseeing the production of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial management accounts and other reports including Oversight and supervision on financial management to WSPs.

Required skills and Qualifications
 

For appointment to this position the successful candidate must:-

• Have a Bachelor of Commerce or Business Management (Accounting/Finance option) from a recognized University and CPA (K).
• Have at least 10 years’ experience in finance management in a busy organization, seven years of which must have been in a senior management position
• Must be a member of ICPAK and be proficient with computerized accounting systems.
• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Finance from a reputable university is an added advantage.
• Have effectively coordinated internal and external audits.
• Have a good experience in preparation of final accounts.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of financial and Corporate Governance
• Sound knowledge of Government financial systems including donor funds
• Demonstrate high level leadership and managerial skills

2. Chief Manager, Technical Services

Duties and responsibilities
 

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Coordinating all technical aspects related to Planning, design and construction of Water and Sanitation facilities in the Board area.
• Ensuring design, construction and maintenance standards are adhered to and maintained.
• Coordination of Boards strategic and business plans for development of water and sanitation infrastructure in the Board area.
• Design and development of appropriate and cost effective models for water appropriation, storage purification and distribution.
• Design and development of strategies to reduce unaccounted for water (UFW), achieve desired operational efficiency and improvement
• Promoting, developing and contracting sustainable and viable Water Service Providers in urban and rural schemes.
• Preparation of contract documents, reports and other statutory documents required by Government or development partners.
• Development of project proposals and liaise with development partners for funding
• Supervising and monitoring of urban and rural water service providers
• Preparing, executing and enforcing compliance to water and sanitation service agreements.

Required Skills and Qualifications
 

For appointment to this post the successful candidate must:-

• Have at least a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• Have at least 10 years’ experience in water and sewerage project design, implementation and management, seven years of which must have been in a senior or management position.
• Must be a registered Engineer with Engineers Board of Kenya.
• A Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Have experience in contract management.
• Be proficient in relevant computer packages.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and managerial skills

3. Chief Manager, Human Capital and Administration

Duties and Responsibilities
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:-

• Coordinate and influence the development of a performance culture through effective implementation of an integrated performance management.
• Development, implementation and regular review of human resource plans, procedures and systems to guide Human Resource & Administration functions and policies.
• Interpretation and provision of guidance on Human resource policies and procedures.
• Develop, coordinate and administer training and development plans.
• Management of recruitment processes, employee benefits, welfare and labour relations.
• Coordination of inter-departmental performance to ensure efficient performance of the Board and improvement in productivity.
• Ensure provision of efficient administration services to all functions of the Board which include transport, security and provision of office services including oversight and supervision on HR management to WSPs

Required Skills and Qualifications
 

For appointment to this post the successful candidate MUST:-

• Have a Degree in social sciences, Business Administration or an equivalent degree from a recognized University.
• Have a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Have at least 10 years experience in Human Resource and Administration management in a busy organization, 5 of which must have been in a senior management position.
• Be a registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management
• Be a team player, a person of high integrity and have experience using HRMIS systems.
• Have sound knowledge of corporate governance and strong leadership and managerial skills
• Masters’ Degree in Human Resources will be an added advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates who meet the requirements for the above positions are invited to apply attaching their detailed CVs, copies of academic/professional certificates and testimonials stating their current position, remuneration and day time telephone contact, names and contact of three referees, indicating the post applied for in the application letter and on the envelope to
 

The Chief Executive Officer,
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board,
Off Kakamega – Kisumu Road, Kefinco House
P.O. Box 673, 

Kakamega.
 

Tel: 056 31552, 

Fax: 056 31506.
 

Through Post Office, Courier services or via email (ceo@lvnwsb.go.ke or info@lvnwsb.go.ke) or drop the application at the office of the Chief Executives Officer, Lake Victoria North Water Services Board so as to reach not later than 21st January 2013
 

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board is an equal opportunity employer. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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P.C.E.A Chogoria Hospital Radiographer, Physiotherapist and Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

P.C.E.A Chogoria Hospital is recruiting competent and mature Christian persons to fill the following vacant positions:
 

1. Radiographer

1 Post

Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer
 

Minimum Qualifications.

• Must have at least diploma in Medical imaging Sciences or its equivalent Qualification from recognized institution.
• At least 2 years experience from a busy imaging department
• Registered with Radiation Board with valid Practice Licence
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• A good team player with good interpersonal and leadership skills.

2. Physiotherapist

1 Post

 
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer.
 

Minimum Qualifications

• A Diploma in Physiotherapy from recognized institution
• Must be registered by a professional body
• • Ability to work under minimum supervision
• • Experience 2 years from a busy health facility
• • A good team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.

3. Internal Auditor 

1 Post
 

Responsible to the Hospital Director
 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparation of annual Audit plans for hospital activities
• Carrying out investigations as may be required from time to time and advice Management accordingly
• Preparation of periodic Internal Audit reports.
• Reviewing of Internal controls and making recommendations to the Director for Board approval
• Follow up of external Auditors recommendations

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Business related degree preferably B.Com, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from recognized institution.
• CPA (K) and member of professional body
• At least five years experience in similar work from a busy organization
• Good computer and communication skills
• Personal attributes: integrity, honesty and self motivated.

Candidates who meet above minimum requirements are requested to submit their applications and enclosing their detailed CVS, certificates, testimonials (including a letter from local Church Minister) so as to reach the Chief Executive Officer by 4 p.m on Friday 11/01/2013.

P.C.E.A Chogoria Hospital
P .O. Box 35-60401 

Chogoria, Kenya. 

Tel: 254 064 22620,
Fax: 254 064 22123

Hotline: 0713 656186, 0734 192208
 

Email: info@pceachogoriahospital.org
 

Website: www.pceachogoriahospital.org

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