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ChildFund Kenya Program Manager Job Vacancy

ChildFund International exists to help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children have the capacity to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change in their communities.

ChildFund promotes societies whose individuals and institutions participate in valuing, protecting and advancing the worth and rights of children.

ChildFund Kenya is recruiting for the position of Program Manager to spearhead the implementation of one of its Early Childhood Development project in Nairobi and Coastal regions.

All offers of employment are made contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable background and reference checks. ChildFund International is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children.

To view the full job description and details of how to apply, please visit the employment page on our website: www.childfund.org/careers

The application deadline date is 21st May, 2013

Due to the urgency of filling this position, the applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and there is a possibility of interviews being conducted before the application deadline.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Country Director at TechnoServe, Kenya

Country Director – Kenya

Are you passionate about economic empowerment and possess great leadership expertise and experience? Bring your experience, skills and passion to help build businesses that increase prosperity in some of the poorest parts of the world.

General Information

TechnoServe is an international, non-profit economic development organisation founded in 1968 with the belief that a competitive private sector is an essential foundation for economic growth and poverty reduction and durable development assistance is rooted in market-based solutions.

In keeping with this belief, TechnoServe’s mission is to work with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries.

In order to execute this mission, TechnoServe undertakes technical assistance, demonstration and facilitative projects to increase key capacities of individuals and businesses, strengthen the transparency and function of labor, capital and product markets, and develop a more conducive environment for scalability of emerging industries.

Primary Purpose

The Country Director role is to lead and manage TechnoServe’s operations in Kenya, including fundraising, to achieve sustainable economic development in a cost effective manner. This includes:

Strategy: Strategically select areas of work, partnerships and methodologies that most effectively contribute to poverty reduction, and assure excellence of implementation through total quality management and evidence-based decision making
Leadership: Develop, inspire and enable a team of Kenyan and international professionals to deliver high quality results. Effectively manage human resources, finance and back office functions to optimize cost-effectiveness
Fundraising: Secure funding to sustain and grow TechnoServe’s contribution to the economic development of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of this position fall into a few broad categories:

Strategy

Regularly develop and adapt the country strategic vision and direction and execute it in keeping with TechnoServe’s overall strategic plan;
Identify and pursue innovative solutions to poverty reduction;
Identify opportunities where TechnoServe can play a role in catalysing more competitive, inclusive industries and entrepreneurship;
Undertake industry assessments, market research and other analytical exercises that generate insight into opportunities for TechnoServe to achieve its mission.

Leadership

Recruit, orient and provide for the professional development of highly effective staff in all functions;
Motivate, inspire and enable a team of Kenyan and international professionals to deliver high quality results.

Fundraising

Secure funding for the country program by developing concepts, leading sound project design and writing winning proposals;
Cultivate and maintain TechnoServe in-country partner and donor relationships with USAID and other US government agencies, local government, bilateral and multilateral development/donor organisations, foundations and relevant local NGOs, private sector associations and corporations.

External Relations

Establish and foster relationships with a broad network of donors, practitioners, government representatives and business leaders in the Kenyan economic development field, assimilating and contributing to new developments in the sector;
Liaise with media, public, Government and Government agencies, as well as other NGOs to ensure that TechnoServe’s image is preserved and enhanced;
Communicate with bilateral and multilateral agencies and develop relationships that seek to promote TechnoServe’s mission and objectives.

Operations

Oversee the design, planning, high quality and timely execution of TechnoServe programs in the field;
Plan for and execute robust monitoring and evaluation of program outputs and outcomes;
Ensure cost-effective delivery of donor and client commitments;
Contribute to the documentation and sharing of knowledge within the broader TechnoServe community.

Administration

Ensure high quality and timely donor reporting;
Oversee all TechnoServe Kenya financial affairs, including budgets, adherence to effective internal financial controls and review of monthly financial reporting;
Act as legal representative of TechnoServe in Kenya, conducting all affairs with the government, the media and partners in keeping with TechnoServe policies and procedures;
Maintain good governance practices for all TechnoServe related entities in Kenya in accordance with Kenyan law;
Participate in and comply with all TechnoServe corporate processes such as the annual planning process, attendance at the annual Country Directors meeting, preparation of program status and pipeline reports and oversee the correct and complete updating of the corporate measurement system

Qualifications, skills and experience:

An advanced degree in Business Administration / Economics / Agriculture / Management or a related field;
In excess of 10 years’ solid professional experience with progressively higher levels of responsibility;
In excess of 5 years’ experience leading a business unit or large scale project with responsibility for aspects of operations;
A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the African environment, preferably in East Africa;
Private sector experience gained in Management Consulting, Agri-business and / or Food Processing, Financial Services, industries would be highly beneficial;
Strong diplomatic skills to support and develop effective working relationships with government, implementing partners and donors;
Good working knowledge of economic development, agricultural value chains and entrepreneurship promotions;
Proven capacity to fundraise effectively and to represent the organisation among a diverse range of stakeholders;
Demonstrated ability to develop, motivate and lead a diverse team to achieve results;
Well-developed program and project managements skills;
Track record in operations management and administration;
Strongly analytical, with well-developed general management, operations management and administration skills;
Well-developed entrepreneurial skills;
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience in forming, managing and leading complex, multi-disciplinary and challenging field operations and teams;
Demonstrated skills in problem solving, consensus building and coordination of diverse stakeholders and partners.
Experienced negotiator;
Strong interpersonal, people management and communication skills, excellent oral and written communications are essential.
Fluent in English: reading, writing and speaking.

Application Instructions

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a Word-formatted single document consisting of cover letter, resume and salary history to jobs@tns.org

Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted.

No phone calls please. Deadline for applications is 5.00pm, Friday 24th May 2013

Country Director at TechnoServe, Kenya

Country Director – Kenya

General Information

Primary Purpose

The Country Director role is to lead and manage TechnoServe’s operations in Kenya, including fundraising, to achieve sustainable economic development in a cost effective manner. This includes:

Strategy: Strategically select areas of work, partnerships and methodologies that most effectively contribute to poverty reduction, and assure excellence of implementation through total quality management and evidence-based decision making
Leadership: Develop, inspire and enable a team of Kenyan and international professionals to deliver high quality results. Effectively manage human resources, finance and back office functions to optimize cost-effectiveness
Fundraising: Secure funding to sustain and grow TechnoServe’s contribution to the economic development of Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of this position fall into a few broad categories:

Strategy

Regularly develop and adapt the country strategic vision and direction and execute it in keeping with TechnoServe’s overall strategic plan;
Identify and pursue innovative solutions to poverty reduction;
Identify opportunities where TechnoServe can play a role in catalysing more competitive, inclusive industries and entrepreneurship;
Undertake industry assessments, market research and other analytical exercises that generate insight into opportunities for TechnoServe to achieve its mission.

Leadership

Recruit, orient and provide for the professional development of highly effective staff in all functions;
Motivate, inspire and enable a team of Kenyan and international professionals to deliver high quality results.

Fundraising

Secure funding for the country program by developing concepts, leading sound project design and writing winning proposals;
Cultivate and maintain TechnoServe in-country partner and donor relationships with USAID and other US government agencies, local government, bilateral and multilateral development/donor organisations, foundations and relevant local NGOs, private sector associations and corporations.

External Relations

Establish and foster relationships with a broad network of donors, practitioners, government representatives and business leaders in the Kenyan economic development field, assimilating and contributing to new developments in the sector;
Liaise with media, public, Government and Government agencies, as well as other NGOs to ensure that TechnoServe’s image is preserved and enhanced;
Communicate with bilateral and multilateral agencies and develop relationships that seek to promote TechnoServe’s mission and objectives.

Operations

Oversee the design, planning, high quality and timely execution of TechnoServe programs in the field;
Plan for and execute robust monitoring and evaluation of program outputs and outcomes;
Ensure cost-effective delivery of donor and client commitments;
Contribute to the documentation and sharing of knowledge within the broader TechnoServe community.

Administration

Ensure high quality and timely donor reporting;
Oversee all TechnoServe Kenya financial affairs, including budgets, adherence to effective internal financial controls and review of monthly financial reporting;
Act as legal representative of TechnoServe in Kenya, conducting all affairs with the government, the media and partners in keeping with TechnoServe policies and procedures;
Maintain good governance practices for all TechnoServe related entities in Kenya in accordance with Kenyan law;
Participate in and comply with all TechnoServe corporate processes such as the annual planning process, attendance at the annual Country Directors meeting, preparation of program status and pipeline reports and oversee the correct and complete updating of the corporate measurement system

Qualifications, skills and experience:

An advanced degree in Business Administration / Economics / Agriculture / Management or a related field;
In excess of 10 years’ solid professional experience with progressively higher levels of responsibility;
In excess of 5 years’ experience leading a business unit or large scale project with responsibility for aspects of operations;
A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the African environment, preferably in East Africa;
Private sector experience gained in Management Consulting, Agri-business and / or Food Processing, Financial Services, industries would be highly beneficial;
Strong diplomatic skills to support and develop effective working relationships with government, implementing partners and donors;
Good working knowledge of economic development, agricultural value chains and entrepreneurship promotions;
Proven capacity to fundraise effectively and to represent the organisation among a diverse range of stakeholders;
Demonstrated ability to develop, motivate and lead a diverse team to achieve results;
Well-developed program and project managements skills;
Track record in operations management and administration;
Strongly analytical, with well-developed general management, operations management and administration skills;
Well-developed entrepreneurial skills;
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience in forming, managing and leading complex, multi-disciplinary and challenging field operations and teams;
Demonstrated skills in problem solving, consensus building and coordination of diverse stakeholders and partners.
Experienced negotiator;
Strong interpersonal, people management and communication skills, excellent oral and written communications are essential.
Fluent in English: reading, writing and speaking.

Application Instructions

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a Word-formatted single document consisting of cover letter, resume and salary history to jobs@tns.org

Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted.

No phone calls please. Deadline for applications is 5.00pm, Friday 24th May 2013

APHRC Research Officer Job in Kenya

Research Officer

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization that carries out policy relevant research on population, health, education and development issues facing sub-Saharan Africa.

The Center seeks to recruit a Research Officer to work in a newly funded research project to investigate the role of multi-sectoral approaches in the making and implementation of policies for Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) prevention.

This will be done by compiling evidence on NCD prevention policy making in five African countries including Kenya using a case-study approach.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct a comprehensive document and literature review on established policy analysis frameworks
Lead the process for obtaining ethical approval for the Kenya case study
Develop study tools, training manuals and field guides to use for data collection for the Kenya case study
Coordinate the recruitment and training of the field team as well as field work for the Kenya case study
Conduct interviews with a variety of actors using qualitative research techniques
Plan, set up logistics and coordinate several research-related workshops for participants from the five countries
Coordinate policy outreach activities including policy dialogue and research dissemination events
Assist in writing scientific papers
Preparing project reports
Prepare policy briefs and fact sheets from the project’s findings
Other duties as required.

Required:

MA, MSc, in Sociology, Public Health, Policy Analysis or related discipline with at least two years’ post-graduate experience, preferably in a research program
Experience in research program design, implementation and coordination
Demonstrable experience conducting field research and managing a research team
Knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Evidence of scientific writing (e.g. peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, books, etc.)
Experience using qualitative data management software like Nvivo, and training or experience in policy analysis will be an added advantage
Excellent oral and written communication in English
Ability to work independently, set priorities, juggle tasks, meet deadlines

Candidates who meet the requirements above should submit their applications enclosing a detailed CV, quoting current and expected remuneration and providing contact details of three referees to the address below.

Online applications should be sent to jobs@aphrc.org by May 21, 2013.

Please, indicate “Research Officer - NCD” on the subject line of the email application or on the envelope. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Human Resources Officer
African Population & Health Research Center
P. O Box 10787-00100 GPO, Nairobi
www.aphrc.org

British High Commission Chief Steward / Stewardess Job in Kenya (KShs 44,406)

Vacancy: LER1 Chief Steward / Stewardess

A vacancy has arisen at the British High Commissioner’s Residence for a Steward / Stewardess.

The current salary for this position is Ksh. 44,406/- per month before deduction of tax.

Where the jobholder is not liable to Kenyan tax the scale will be abated under HM Treasury rules and to take account of the tax they would have paid.

The start date is immediate.

The Role:

Your role is to support the Residence Manager in delivering high quality events whilst ensuring the smooth running of the Residence.

If the answer is YES to the below,

Do you have the get-up-and-go to lead the front of house at the British High Commissioner’s Residence?
Does the idea of serving four afternoon high-teas, two breakfasts, lunch for 15, dinner for 20, and a reception for 150 in a week make you excited?
Can you manage others, anticipate what need’s doing before asked, and also be happy to do small, but important jobs?

then you have come to the right place!

We are looking for a Chief Steward/Stewardess to join our small team and help turn the Residence into the best diplomatic entertaining space in Nairobi.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate should have previous experience in all aspects of domestic service in a family and professional environment and will have attained a Basic Food & Beverage Certificate as well as completed secondary school education with a good command of written and spoken English.

Required Skills:-

The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, have a cheerful disposition, and be willing to work flexible hours, which will include some evenings and weekends, within a busy team environment.

The ideal candidate will be able to deliver results, have excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

Application: The British High Commission has not appointed any agents to process job applications or arrange interviews and expects no fees to be paid to anyone.

Check our website www.gov.uk/world/kenya for the full advert and the application form

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Kenya.

Applications – (CV plus completed application form) clearly marked: – “LER1 STEWARD / STEWARDESS” Vacancy should be forwarded to the address below:

Human Resources Manager
British High Commission, Upper Hill Road
P.O Box 30465 – 00100
Nairobi

Or by e-mail to: HR.Recruit@fco.gov.uk

Applications should be received on or before 15th May 2013.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.

Catholic Relief Services Farmer-to-Farmer Kenya Program Director Job in Kenya

Background: Catholic Relief Services seeks a qualified candidate for the position Program Director, to provide overall direction and leadership to the proposed USAID-funded Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) East Africa Program.

This is an $8M USAID-funded 5 year program that will assist in agriculture development, commodity value chain competitiveness and firm upgrading by providing technical assistance to introduce new technologies and innovation and development of local capacity for more productive, profitable, sustainable and equitable agriculture systems.

The technical assistance will be provided by volunteers; US experts in agriculture, marketing, finance, value and supply chain development, quality assurance, quality control, trade, business plan development, etc.

The F2F program objectives and strategic framework are in line with USG assistance program (USG GHFSI (Feed the Future), USAID Agriculture Strategy (Linking farmers to markets), the US Farm Bill in addition to these initiatives and strategies the F2F program will be in concurrence with CIP and USAID country missions.

Position Title: Farmer-to-Farmer Kenya Program Director

Ref. 2013/12

Location: Nairobi

Note: This position is not guaranteed, as it is dependent on a successful application to the donor.

Job Summary: The F2F Kenya Program Director, which is a key personnel position, reports to the Farmer to Farmer EAST Africa Project Director (based in Nairobi) and with a dotted line to the CRS/Kenya Head of Programs and is responsible for coordination of all F2F program activities within a country.

The Program Director will manage a small team of qualified local staff, with appropriate technical, managerial, and human relations skills.

S/he will empower and catalyze work of the F2F volunteers and will travel frequently to rural areas to meet with country hosts within the country.

The F2F program will focus on the following areas;

Increase agriculture sector productivity and profitability;
Improve conservation and sustainable use of environmental and natural resources;
Expand agricultural sector access to financial services, and
Strengthen agricultural sector institutions.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Identifying, designing, and implementing Country F2F Projects;
Coordinating any flexible assignments;
Identifying potential partners and hosts;
Developing volunteer scopes of work;
Facilitating volunteer assignments;
Providing pre-assignment and post-assignment assistance to hosts;
Offering pre assignment orientation and onboarding to US based volunteers
Up-dating sector and sub-sector analyses;
Ensuring sound systems for monitoring and assessing impact from program activities; and coordinating work with other stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities Requirement

A Degree in agriculture (subsector) development, agri-business, value chain or services providers development; A Master’s degree desired
At least eight years professional experience in assignments relevant to the Feed the Future priority crops, animals and animal products
At least 5 years’ experience in partnership building and relationship management;
Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations;
Self-motivator and starter and results driven team player;
Proven ability to network, build relationships with public and private sector agriculture actors;
Excellent written, oral communication in English and Kiswahili and computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs).
A professional with high level of integrity and good stewardship of resources
Ability to cultivate constructive relationships and promote learning.

Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below-mentioned by Close of Business Tuesday May 14, 2013.

The application letter and CV should be combined as one document and should be a maximum of 4 pages.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

For more information about Farmer to Farmer please visit: http://transition.usaid.gov/our_work/agriculture/farmer_to_farmer.htm

Catholic Relief Services Farmer-to-Farmer Kenya Program Director Job in Kenya

Position Title: Farmer-to-Farmer Kenya Program Director

Ref. 2013/12

Location: Nairobi

Note: This position is not guaranteed, as it is dependent on a successful application to the donor.

The Program Director will manage a small team of qualified local staff, with appropriate technical, managerial, and human relations skills.

S/he will empower and catalyze work of the F2F volunteers and will travel frequently to rural areas to meet with country hosts within the country.

The F2F program will focus on the following areas;

Increase agriculture sector productivity and profitability;
Improve conservation and sustainable use of environmental and natural resources;
Expand agricultural sector access to financial services, and
Strengthen agricultural sector institutions.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Identifying, designing, and implementing Country F2F Projects;
Coordinating any flexible assignments;
Identifying potential partners and hosts;
Developing volunteer scopes of work;
Facilitating volunteer assignments;
Providing pre-assignment and post-assignment assistance to hosts;
Offering pre assignment orientation and onboarding to US based volunteers
Up-dating sector and sub-sector analyses;
Ensuring sound systems for monitoring and assessing impact from program activities; and coordinating work with other stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities Requirement

A Degree in agriculture (subsector) development, agri-business, value chain or services providers development; A Master’s degree desired
At least eight years professional experience in assignments relevant to the Feed the Future priority crops, animals and animal products
At least 5 years’ experience in partnership building and relationship management;
Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations;
Self-motivator and starter and results driven team player;
Proven ability to network, build relationships with public and private sector agriculture actors;
Excellent written, oral communication in English and Kiswahili and computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs).
A professional with high level of integrity and good stewardship of resources
Ability to cultivate constructive relationships and promote learning.

The application letter and CV should be combined as one document and should be a maximum of 4 pages.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

For more information about Farmer to Farmer please visit: http://transition.usaid.gov/our_work/agriculture/farmer_to_farmer.htm

FloraHolland Account Manager (Flowers) Job in Kenya

Account Manager - Flowers

FloraHolland, world’s leading flower auction, had a global sale in 2012 of € 4.2 billion in flowers and plants.

It plays a key role as marketplace, matchmaker, intermediary and knowledge center.

FloraHolland is a service providing company offering its members the best sales opportunities at the lowest possible costs.

With five auction centers in the Netherlands and local offices all over the world, FloraHolland is an international operating intermediary organization.

By offering the best quality and various selections of flowers and plants, FloraHolland is a trustworthy marketplace for the international commerce.

In order to achieve our goals in Kenya, FloraHolland is currently looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dynamic account manager for our growers in Kenya.

Our employee core values are based around passion expertise, exceptional customer service, business judgment, integrity, teamwork and innovation.

The account manager will be responsible for the customer satisfaction of his/her growers as well as the acquisition of new growers.

To achieve this goal you will:

Be the first contact for the grower towards the FloraHolland organization
Set up and execute account plans together with the growers including objectives of the grower and the match with existing/new FloraHolland services.
Be a liaison officer between the grower, the local FloraHolland office and the different service departments / auctions in Holland.
Set up and execute an acquisition plan to attract new but also existing growers
Follow up the developments within the sector and initiate new developments to fulfil the needs of the growers
Maintain a network in the floricultural industry in general and act on behalf of FloraHolland in high level management discussions

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Minimum 5 years experience in relationship/account management and/or business to business (B2B) sales. Experience in the flower industry is an added advantage
Ability to engage in high leveL management discussions
Team player / result driven / commercially strong / innovative
Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, problem-solving skills and organisational skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills including customer service skills
Excellent knowledge of the English language, in both writing and oral communication
Ability to work independently

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
Applications and enquiries to
recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

FloraHolland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Closing date: Wed 22nd May 2013