Take part in empowering our Young people - CAP Youth Empowerment Institute

Take part in empowering our Young people
 

About us
 

CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, supported by MasterCard Foundation, is established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.
 

The key purpose of the organization is to facilitate 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.
 

Areas covered by BEST model
 

Below are the areas under which Basic Employability Skills Training program is being offered:

1. Floriculture
2. Hospitality
3. Entrepreneurship
4. Customer relation and sales
5. Carpentry and joinery
6. Industrial garment manufacturing
7. Electrical and electronics

Take part in empowering our Young people
 

We are requesting organizations with openings on areas mentioned above that require entry level skill to contact us.

Contacts
 

Cap Youth Empowerment Institute

Email: capbharadwaj2@gmail.com
Website: http://capyei.com/index.html

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Kurrent Technologies Limited Training Coordinator, Health Safety & Environment Advisor and Sociologist Jobs in Kenya

Kurrent Technologies Limited; an established busy and reputable Engineering, Health, Safety and Environment  Consultancy firm in the energy sector has job opening in the following areas;-

Training Coordinator 

1 Position

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in training and management
• Exceptional organizational and Presentation skills
• Good interpersonal, communication and report writing skills
• Excellent analytical and computer skills
• Good Negotiation skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Must be at least 30 years old
• Ladies are encouraged to apply

Health, Safety & Environment Advisor 

2 Positions

Requirements:

• Master’s degree Environmental science or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with postgraduate training in Safety, Health and Environment
• Proficiency in MS office applications and report writing
• Effective communication skills including fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili
• At least 3 years relevant progressive experience

Sociologist 

1 Position
 

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in social science or bachelor’s degree in sociology
• Proficiency in MS office applications, SPCC and report writing
• Able to efficiently conduct public/stakeholder consultation meetings
• Willing to travel anywhere within Kenya and possibly abroad
• Effective communication skills including fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili.
• At least 4 years relevant progressive experience

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications letter quoting their current and expected remuneration, detailed CV’s containing three (3) professional referees and day contacts by 27th February 2013, addressed to: jobs@kurrent.co.ke  or drop at.

Kurrent Technologies Ltd.
Hass Plaza, 4th Floor, Lower Hill Road
P. O. Box 16989 – 00620
Nairobi, Kenya
 

www.kurrent.co.ke

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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icipe CABESI Project Finance & Administration Manager Job in in Kapenguria, West Pokot, Kenya

Finance & Administration Manager - icipe CABESI Project

Ref. No. NRS/07/022013

icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. icipe has approximately 350 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia.

icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of Finance & Administration Manager in the icipe CABESI (Camels, Bees and Silk) project. The position is tenable in Kapenguria, West Pokot in Kenya. 

This is a local (national) position that offers a two-year contract that is renewable. 

A competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.

i. The role

The primary job function is to run the CABESI Marketplace operations in West Pokot. The role will suit someone with a proven track record in finance, project management, and administrative and office management.

ii. Specific duties

Key responsibilities include:

• Financial management;
• Payroll management;
• Office and administration management;
• Working closely with the CABESI Self-Help Group (CSHG) Board and icipe, the role has significant input into human resources, infrastructure, risk management & compliance, and information technology;
• Developing, documenting and implementing quality systems and processes;
• Undertaking a project officer role on key projects as required;
• Ensuring adherence to good practices and Government regulations; and
• Assisting other senior staff with donor strategy.

iii. Educational/Vocational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or management.
• CPA II.

iv. Experience

• Experience in a similar role in a business environment with over 2 years’ experience in finance, administration and payroll.
• Supervisory experience of administrative staff.
• Experience in the development of positions, systems and procedures.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in IT administration working with IT professionals.
• Experience in implementing change.

v. Knowledge required for performing the job

The successful candidate will be expected to have the following skills and abilities:

• Good understanding of accounting principles (including accrual accounting, reconciliations, general ledger journals, preparedness to learn more complex principles);
• Good understanding of HR management administration;
• A high level of knowledge and competency in Microsoft Office suite, especially MSWord and Excel;
• Confidence with use of computer networks.

vi. Disposition

• Attentive to detail.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

vii. Reporting

The position reports to the Management Board of the CABESI Self-Help Group (CSHG).

Qualified candidates with knowledge of/contacts with the local community are highly encouraged to apply.

Applications will be accepted up to 8th March 2013, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier. 

Please quote the job reference number NRS/07/022013 on the envelope, application cover letter reference line or email subject line. Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. 

Send applications with detailed CV, names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses, fax numbers), a one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the above job, and remuneration package to:

icipehr@icipe.org

Human Resources Department
icipe—African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Meru Greens Ltd Project Coordinator, Agronomists and Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Jobs in Kenya

Meru Greens Ltd is a major grower and marketer of Fresh fruits and fresh vegetables in Kenya.
 

Through a Project partnership with USAID, Meru greens is working with small holder farmers on a project aimed at enhancing sustainable farming and marketing of fresh vegetables and fruits and is seeking experienced, dynamic, motivated individuals to work on the development and implementation of the project

1) Project Coordinator
 

The main function of this position includes 

• Leadership and representation, program support and coordination, team management and supervision, communication and organizational learning.
• Plan, develop and implement lean operational processes aligned to best practice to deliver long term competitive advantage, growth and profitability.
• Through effective communication, lead, mentor, manage and develop individuals and teams.
• Ensuring that there is integration and coordination of all program objectives and activities
• Facilitate the development and implementation of work plans with clear indicators, expected outputs and timeframes
• Coordinate with program, finance, administrative, and logistics staff at all levels to ensure project systems are in compliance with organization policies and procedures and donor requirements
• With the M&E officer Prepare tools for monitoring and evaluation and use them for monitoring and evaluating the project

Qualifications and experience

• The person should have a B.Sc. Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a managerial position
• Must have excellent report writing, communication and resource mobilization skills
• Experience in managing donor funded projects is an added advantage
• Private sector experience will be an added advantage as well

2) Agronomists 

4 Positions
 

Duties
 

The Agronomists will be required to provide extension and training services to the small holder farmers, participate in the development of cropping programs and production planning. 

Offer training on safe use of pesticides, export quality specification, post-harvest handling and household nutrition.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture or related courses. 
• A minimum of three years experience in managing out-grower schemes or a horticultural farm in a private sector company
• Must possess a valid motor cycle riding license with 2 years’ experience
• Possess general knowledge in Global GAP and other food safety standards

3) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer - Meru
 

Reporting to the Project Coordinator and based In Meru.
 

Key responsibilities

• Develop monitoring and evaluation systems and framework
• Design and implement research studies and evaluations
• Organize formal training programs and ensure systems are in place and running.
• Provide on-site participatory M&E training for farmers
• Facilitate out grower schemes and operations while enhancing accountability systems
• Assist in report preparations and provide document support to technical advisers

Qualifications, experience and skills.

• Bachelors’ degree or Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture or related courses
• At least 2 years hands on experience in social science research, monitoring & evaluation.
• Demonstrated skills in at least two recognized statistical packages e.g. SPSS, Epi-Info, Excel and Access
• Documentation skills and record keeping
• Good working experience in community participation and development
• Must possess a valid motor cycle riding license with 2 years’ experience
• Possess general knowledge in Global Gap and other horticulture standards

Interested candidates to submit application, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, detailed and updated curriculum vitae indicating current and expected salary, and contacts of three professional referees to Muthomi@merugreens.com on or before 28th  February 2013.

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The Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu Nurse in Charge (ICU) and Optometrist Jobs in Kenya

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya which is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. 

The hospital is part of a network of health facilities in East Africa which include: Clinics, Aga Khan Hospital Mombasa, Aga Khan Hospital Dar es salaam and Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi. 

It provides medical care to the population of western Kenya region and works with leading clinicians in the country in the management of complex cases.
 

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2008 accreditation, ISO 15189:2007 accreditation for laboratory services and is moving towards Joint Commission International Accreditation. 

The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has also expanded its services to Kisii, Kakamega and Busia Counties and is now expanding its services in Kisumu and Busia counties. 

The Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:
 

Nurse in Charge: ICU
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and maintaining high standards of professional nursing care by planning, organizing, and controlling nursing care services in the Intensive Care unit while ensuring consistent provision of efficient and ethical care to achieve quality nursing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and control staff members in the unit. This will include preparing monthly duty Rota and daily duty allocation to the staff members.
• Ensure that all policies, procedures, personnel, equipment and supplies are in place.
• Perform daily unit round to include all patient areas, patients processes and equipment in order to provide effective patient care through emphasis of the nursing process.
• Identify staff training needs as well as organize for Continous Nursing Education.
• Organise and hold regular ward meetings.
• Keep inventory and maintain stock levels of all equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• Bsc Nursing or above.
• Diploma in Critical care Nursing
• BLS / ACLS certificate and other unit specific certification requirements.
• At least three years working experience in nursing practice and ward administration in an Intensive care facility.
• Valid Kenyan nursing practice licence.
• Working knowledge of a Hospital Management Information System.
• Excellent PR and Communication skills.

Optometrist
 

Overall Responsibility
 

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing consultations and quality clinical judgement by diagnosing and treating eye diseases and disorders. 

They will also determine whether vision correction is needed and prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses where necessary.

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in optometry from a recognized institution.
• At least two years working experience in a busy eye unit.
• Competency in emergency procedures e.g. ACLS, ATLS etc will be an added advantage.
• Excellent refraction, PR and communication skills.

These are challenging positions with an attractive remuneration package.

Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees should be forwarded by 1st March, 2013 to:

The Human Resources Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530-40100
Kisumu
 

E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org

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Diversey Customer Care Executives Jobs in Kenya

Customer Care Executive (I&L) 

2 Positions
 

Diversey, now part of Sealed Air, is a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions, serving customers in the lodging, retail, food service, health care and food and beverage sectors, as well as building service contractors. 

Our products and solutions, sold in 165 countries, make food, drink and facilities safer, more hygienic and more sustainable.
 

The role:
 

Reporting to the Business Development Director (I&L), the successful candidate will be responsible for identification and development of business opportunities in the Institutions and Laundry Sector (hotels & lodges, restaurants, educational and health institutions, building service contractors) as well as servicing the existing accounts. 

He will be expected to introduce new products and innovations to customers. 

He/She will visit on an agreed frequency all allocated customers, provide technical support and service. 

He/she will prepare monthly/quarterly reports for all customers and hold regular review meetings.
 

Job Specification:

• Service the existing customers
•  Expand and consolidate the business within existing customers
•  Prospect for new accounts and convert the accounts held by the competition
•  Develop a strong relationship with both the operations staff and the decision makers in the key accounts

Qualifications Desired (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• A University degree in Sciences or any other related discipline with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience handling major accounts in a B to B selling environment will be an added advantage
• In-depth understanding and experience in Hospitality industry (hotels, lodges, hospitals, institutions) will be a key advantage.
• He /she must be self driven with a “can do” attitude and passion to achieve results under minimum supervision.
• Must possess great interpersonal and communication skills
• Must possess a valid driving license.

A career at Diversey will have you working with top professionals on some of the most trusted brands in the
commercial cleaning and sanitation industry. 

Experience our energy and passion for a cleaner, healthier future by considering a career with us.
 

Diversey offers a competitive Benefits package.
 

Diversey is an equal opportunity employer.
 

Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day - time telephone number to the email address below so as to reach us on or before 1st March 2013: hr.kenya@sealedair.com.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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