Business Analyst at Powerhive ltd in Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancy: Business Analyst
 
Type: Full time
 
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction: Powerhive is a technology company founded in 2011 with the objective of delivering clean and affordable microgrid electricity service to hundreds of millions of households and small businesses around the world.
The company has opened an office in Kenya and is now looking to recruit a Business Analyst.
Job Description

• Responsible for analyzing incoming data from operational projects and reporting on findings regularly, and developing intuitive visualizations to make the data easy to communicate;
• Responsible for independently conducting quantitative analysis and modeling new projects for the company and potential clients;
• Responsible for developing new models and maintaining existing ones, analytical processes or systems approaches;
• Responsible for supporting the internal and external accounting teams as needed;
• Creates documentation for all his/her activities;
• Conducts desk and in market research in new markets, and supports the business development decision making process with comparative data analysis and business cases;
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high level information into details, abstract up from low level information to a general understanding;
• Advising business and technical teams on options, risks, and costs;
• Developing and maintaining key datasets including: Customer use cases;Key Market data;System performance, trends;
• Contribute a financial perspective during project or client reviews;
• Keep a current PowerPoint deck with illustrative data points and cases for use by the business development team.
• Support the business development team with research, writing and data presentation.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Finance or any other related subject
• M.S. in finance or engineering from a top tier school will be an added advantage
• Strong work ethic, ability to adapt to changing priorities and be team oriented
• 5 years of relevant work experience in a similar role
• 3 years of relevant work experience in the telecoms, infrastructure or energy sector
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical skills, preferably with experience in a financial institution
• Strong reporting skills
• Capability to handle sensitive and complex issues with discretion and good judgment
• Excellent Excel and VBA modeling skills
• Proficiency with MS Office (PowerPoint, Word) and Google Apps
• Experience in programming in SQL, Python or other programming language used to manipulate large data sets is a big plus
• Good understanding of finance and accounting, project finance, general research and be comfortable with regulations and legal documents
• Technical affinity and in-depth data manipulation/analysis knowledge is also required

Applicants should email their cover letter and CV with names of three referees who can provide confidential assessment of their capabilities.
All communication relating to application for these positions should be addressed to: powerhive@preferredpersonnel.co.ke
Serious applicants only
On the subject matter of the email, ensure you indicate the position you are applying for.
Applications should be received by 22nd July 2014.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more information, kindly go to www.powerhive.com

Sales/ Marketing Manager Jobs in Kenya

Position:Sales Manager

Location: Nairobi Kenya
Our client, a leading world class supplier of industrial and domestic appliances is seeking to recruit a Sales Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Showroom Management

• Ensure presentation and display of showroom is presentable
• Showroom is fully stocked
• All POP’s are in place and pricing completed
• Customers are promptly attended to on arrival in showroom
• Assist Sales Persons in closing sale.
• Discounting in conjunction with Orion

2. Procedures execution

• Credit Notes are correctly processed in accordance with Procedures.
• All Gate Passes, LTO, Stock Movements are correctly processed in accordance with Procedures.
• Following up on Consignments
• Manual Delivery Notes Reports Management
• Stocks Management in liaison with the Stores Supervisor
• Following on Transport Coordinator

3. Staff management

• Ensure all staff is trained.
• Discipline is maintained.
• Smartness and formal attire is adhered to.
• Breaks are taken in an orderly fashion and timings are adhered to.
• On leave is monitored and co-ordinate.
• Resolve any staff issues, complaints or queries

4. Sales Strategy

• Identifying opportunities to increase sales.
• Coordinating promotions

5. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by Superior.
Qualifications

• 2-5 years sales experience
• Customer service skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Staff management experience
• Excellent problem solving & good communication skills
• Administration & management skills
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Enthusiastic can do attitude, highly self motivated and result oriented

Key Performance Indicators Quantitative:

• Managing Hotpoint retail outlet
• 100% space management in the showroom
• Ensure 100% staff discipline and motivation
• Staff management and leadership skills Adherence to procedures
• Sales strategy
• Generate monthly reports by 5th of the following month.
• 100% meet and surpass sales targets

 How to apply:
If qualified, kindly send your application letter and CV to jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating ‘Sales Manager’ on the subject line by 23rd July, 2014.
Do not attach any certificates.Only shortlisted candidates are contacted

Marketing Officer Job Vacancy at Sanergy in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Marketing Officer

Department: Marketing & Branding

Reports to: Assistant Marketing & Branding Manager Company

Sanergy is an award-winning social venture, based in Nairobi, Kenya, that makes hygienic sanitation accessible and affordable in Africa’s urban slums for everyone, forever.
Our systems-based approach to solving the sanitation crisis involves five key steps: we build a dense network of franchised micro-entrepreneurs, who operate low-cost, high-quality waterless sanitation facilities – called Fresh Life – as small businesses.
We provide critical support services – such as access to finance, training, marketing and business analytics. We collect the waste every day and safely remove it from the community.
We convert the waste into valuable by-products, such as organic fertilizer and renewable energy. Finally, we sell the byproducts to Kenyan farmers.
Role & Responsibilities
The Marketing Officer will be responsible for increasing usage of Fresh Life Toilets in assigned area by coordinating and implementing consumer awareness activities and events.
Key duties/responsibilities of the Marketing Officer shall be to:

• Prepare implementation plans and budgets for marketing events in assigned area
• Coordinate and implement marketing activities in the assigned area
• Coaching and field supervision of new Marketing Assistants
• Ensure proper accounting and reporting for marketing activities and events
• Work closely with other Sanergy teams including operations and sales to provide effective marketing support to Fresh Life Operators in assigned area
• Manage implementation of joint projects with partner organizations
• Collect relevant marketing data and enter the same in Salesforce or other database as required
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma in business or related discipline, a degree in Marketing will be desirable
• Good understanding of the dynamics & networks in informal settlements
• Demonstrable experience in event organization and implementation
• Pro-active , creative and effective at problem solving
• Excellent interpersonal, team leadership and project management skills
• Ability to represent the organization at partner implementation meetings

We welcome your application-cover letter and CV-on http://www.jobscore.com/jobs/sanergy/list
Deadline for applications: July25, 2014

Marketing/ Account Manager Careers in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title:Marketing/ Account Manager – Nairobi
 
Are you an agile young finance professional, proactive, self-motivated and driven individual, excited to work in a friendly, young and vibrant fast paced environment?
Our client is one of the leading branding companies based in Nairobi. They are deliberate in providing excellent customer service and quality products to their highly established and reputable client base.
They are looking to fill the position of Marketing Account Manager which will report to the Managing Director.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Acquire and retain clients
• Understand the client requisitions and present samples
• Present client needs to the production manager for production
• Ensure high quality and timely deliveries are made to clients
• Prepare and present quotations to clients
• Prepare and present job cards to the production manager detailing the job requirements
• Any other duty other duties assigned by management

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field preferably Marketing
• A minimum of 2 years progressive marketing in the production industry
• In-depth working knowledge and experience in marketing
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

Salary Budget: Kshs. 40,000 – 50,000 Gross

How to Apply:
If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please send a copy of your updated resume, salary and benefits to info@dorbeleit.co.ke with the job title MARKETING ACCOUNT MANAGER as the subject before close of business 15th July, 2014.
Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Service Centre Manager Jobs in Kenya

Job Title:Service Centre Manager

Our client, a leading world class supplier of industrial and domestic appliances is seeking to recruit a Service Centre Manager.
Key Roles

• Overall management of the respective Service Center and supervision of direct reporting staff
• Responsible for leading the Service Center team in all matters pertaining to the efficient and smooth operations of all customer service matters
• Oversee statistical data relating to performance of the Service Center in relation to RTAT, In-Home Service Rate and NPS
• Oversee and monitor ISO processes and procedures relating to Service
• Develop, monitor and administer Service Levels and adherence to same by direct reporting staff
• Oversee the security of company assets including daily cash receipts
• Ensure customer and staff safety during operational hours by spearheading all Health and Safety activities in the Service Center
• Identify training requirements for direct reporting staff
• Plan, forecast and implement Service Center action plans
• Oversee Parts Department operations by hands-on involvement
• Seek and secure customer feedback to monitor and manage customer concerns
• Responsible for staff annual performance appraisals
• Any other duties assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in Business Management to meet revenue & profitability target.
• Good experience in operation management in setting up service standards like RTAT, response time, completion time etc
• Handled large team of technicians, supervisors and management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Good customer handling and customer interaction skills
• Must have passion for customer service
• MBA will be an added advantage
• Good experience in managing spare parts department

Key Performance Indicators Quantitative:

• RTAT at or under 3 Days for both In and Out of Warranty Repairs
• In-Home SVC Rate at or above the 75% benchmark
• NPS (Net Promoter Score) at or above the 2013 benchmark
• Customer satisfaction at or above 90% (via surveys for Walk-Ins and In-Homes)
• Parts Dept Fill Rate at or above 90%
• 0% hazards and health and safety non conformities at the Service Centers

If qualified, kindly send your application letter and CV to jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating ‘Service Centre Manager’ on the subject line by 23rd July, 2014.
Do not attach not certificates.Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.

Jobs at Anchor Group of Companies-Sales and Marketing Executives

Job Title: Sales and Marketing Executives – 3 Posts

Employer: Anchor Group of Companies
Duty Station: Mtwapa, Mombasa, Kenya

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Conducting sales and prospecting activities to prospective and existing customers;
• Preparing, maintaining and updating a database of clients for continuous sales engagement;
• Introducing and explaining the products  to clients wholesale and retail  outlets;
• Preparing and presenting daily, weekly and monthly sales reports for the territory under their control;
• Implementing the sales and marketing plan for the brands under the depot in consultation with the depot manager;
• Seeking for and implementing new sales and marketing strategies to increase sales volumes;
• Taking and translating customer orders for requisitions in the depot;
• liaising with store owners to ensure regular feedback and continuous updates on the market requirements and trends;
• Prospecting for bulk and resale Customers (Wholesalers, Distributors and large retail outlets);
• Initiating and following up on orders and keeping records on the product performance  in the market;                                                                                        
• Liaising with accounts department to invoice  sales and collect payments;
• Record and Resolve Customer feedback and complaints on issues like delivery times, order correctness and other issues;
• Any other sales and marketing duties as may be assigned by the depot manager from time to time.

Person specifications:

• Must be a holder of at least a Certificate in Sales and Marketing or any other relevant course;
• Good sales  skills and ability to communicate clearly and courteously;
• Ability to handle sales related pressure;
• Sales and marketing experience in FMCG of at least 1 year;
• Outgoing, pleasant and easy to get along with person;                              
• Aged above 20  years;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Have proficiency in basic computer software applications;
• Self-driven and able to work independently with minimum supervision;
• Dynamic, innovative and creative person who is solution oriented;
• Any other sales and marketing duties as may be assigned by the Depot Manager from time to time.

How to Apply:
If you meet the said requirements and are passionate enough to be part of a great team, send your application in confidence by email attaching your detailed CV latest

The Recruiter
questesq@yahoo.com
 
NB: Clearly state the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email and indicate your current and expected salary.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.    
                     
Anchor Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Deadline: 5th March 2014

Operations Manager Vacancy at Neo Marketing in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Operations Manager

Employer: Neo Marketing
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of the organization’s mission.
• Oversee overall planning, systems and controls for all the projects.
• Management of the operations budget in coordination of all the operations with the Operations Director.
• Support better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organizational planning.
• Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services through coordination and communication between support and business functions.
• Dialogue with clientele about customer service issues or queries.
• Implement quality management and regulatory compliance strategies.
• Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence.
• Organization of fiscal documents for all the projects.
• Supervise and coach the team.

Skills and Competencies:

• Degree in project management or related discipline from a recognized university
• 5 years experience in project and operational management
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to use computer applications effectively
• Have comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance.
• Excellent project, planning, change and time management capabilities

How to Apply:
Qualified candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their online application on or before 8th March 2014 at http://goo.gl/T8sryH

CVs WITHOUT salary requirements will NOT be considered

Deadline: 5th March 2014

Visa Application Centre Agents Jobs in Kakamega Kenya

Job Title: Visa Application Centre Agent – South Africa - 7 Posts

Employer: Summit Recruitment & Training
Duty Station: Kakamega Kenya

Job Description:

A worldwide leader in customer experience management and call centre business process with operations across all business sectors and all continents is looking for Agents to work in their Visa Application Centre in Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth and Durban in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• To handle day-today visa applications in compliance with company processes
• Meet and exceed set agreed customer service metrics
• Meet and exceed visa application handling metrics
• Required
• Working experience in a visa application centre essential
• Robust knowledge of customer service techniques and principles
• Experience working in fast-paced and highly pressured environment
• Must have Bachelors degree in business or related discipline
• Excellent written and spoken English
• South Africans applicants preferred

Monthly gross salary: Competitive remuneration depending on experience

How to Applly:
Send your up to date CV to:

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Only candidates stating current salary will be considered.

Deadline: 10th March 2014

Sales Manager Jobs at Anchor Group of Companies

Job Title:Sales Manager – Anchor Depot - Mombasa

Employer: Anchor Group of Companies
Duty Station: Mtwapa, Mombasa, Kenya

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

=Managing the day to day depot operations including incoming goods receipts, storage and release to the market;
=Keep day to day records on the performance of the depot and prepare reports for submission to the Head Office;
=Conducting prospecting for  prospective and existing customers to increase market share and product penetration;
=Preparing, maintaining and updating a database of clients for continuous engagement;
=Preparing and presenting weekly and monthly sales reports for the depot for presentation to the head office;
=Managing the human resource and operational aspects of the depot to ensure efficiency and cost effectiveness;
=Supervising the sales executives and merchandisers to ensure the product performance remains vibrant in the coast region;
=Taking and translating customer orders for requisitions in the store;
=liaising with store owners to ensure regular feedback and continuous updates on the market requirements and trends;
=Prospecting for bulk and resale Customers (Wholesalers, Distributors and large retailers);
=Initiating and following up on orders and keeping records on the product performance  in the market;
=Liaising with Accounts department to invoice  sales and collect payments;
=Record and Resolve Customer feedback and complaints on issues like delivery times, order correctness and other issues;
=Any other duties as may be assigned by management from time to time.

Person specifications:

=Must be a holder of at least a Diploma in Sales and Marketing/ Operations Management/ Procurement and Logistics Management or any other relevant course;
=Good people  skills and ability to communicate clearly and courteously;
=Ability to motivate and inspire a team of people with diverse personalities;
=Ability to multi task and handle operational and Sales issues simultaneously;
=Depot Management and or sales and marketing management  experience of at least 3 years;
=Experience managing a FMCG depot will be an added advantage;
=Strong person who is also outgoing, pleasant and easy to get along with;                              
=Responsible person aged  25  years and above;
=Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;
=Have proficiency in basic computer software applications;
=Self-driven and able to work independently with minimum supervision;
=Dynamic, innovative and creative person who is solution oriented;
=Up to date with developments and trends in the FMCG industry
=Any other  duties as may be assigned by management from time to time.

How to Apply;
If you meet the said requirements and are passionate enough to be part of a great team, send your application in confidence by email attaching your detailed CV latest

The Recruiter
questesq@yahoo.com
 
NB: Clearly state the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email and indicate your current and expected salary.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.    
                     
Anchor Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

Deadline: 5th March 2014

Jobs at AAR Insurance in Kakamega Kenya- Sales Agents

Job Title: Sales Agents

Employer: AAR Insurance
Duty Station: Kakamega Kenya

Job Description:


Key Requirements

Education:

• College Graduates are preferred and Professional training will also be considered.

Age: Mature, 24 years and above

• Excellent communication skills-Presentation skills
• Well groomed and presentable
• Must be ambitious and focused to succeed in sales career under minimum supervision
• Experience in Sales and Marketing will be an added advantage.

Remuneration: Generous commission based incentives

How to Apply;
If you’re interested, please forward your CV and application letter to: dmomanyi@aar.co.ke or address it to The Unit Manager- Nyanza Western Branch.

P.O Box 1654-50100
Kakamega.

Deadline: 17th March 2014

Architect Job Vacancy at Ken Train Company in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title:  Architect

Employer: Ken Train Company
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Description:

Duties:

• Attend brief initial meetings with clients to understand their needs
• Initial site visit to get details about access, infractructure such as sewer,location,climatic factors,soil.topography etc to facilitate conceptualization of the design
• Conceptualization of client briefs, preparation of preliminary design and outline proposal
• Assume the lead consultant role, schedule meetings, take minutes and distribute through mails
• Draw scheme design for approval at the local authority
• Send out contractor tenders, shortlist and evaluate, visit contractor site and award in the presence of client
• Outsource the Quantity surveyor, structural and surface engineer
• Prepare and negotiate with the client the consultant’s contract,terms,deliverables,duties,timelines,scope of works and the fees and the breakdown of the total contracts sum
• Overseas the site handover work from client to contractor
• Organise and attend site meetings for supervision and inspection on a weekly basis
• Prepare progress reports for the client and send them promptly
• Monitor the actual project cost versus the budgeted cost
• Handover site to client at the end of the project
• In-charge of  supervising technicians and model makers during production of schematic drawings, physical and electronic models
• Verify the accuracy and practicality of designs/drawings going to the site
• Handle correspondences and any other mails from within or from the contractor office or client
• Report the progress of the project to the management
• Any other as may be prescribed from time by your supervisor
• Supervising assistant architect, Technical and model makers.

Requirements:

• Must have a Bachelor of Architecture degree
• More than three years experience
• Ability to troubleshoot site challenges through early identification of issues and amicably solve them at minimal cost
• Ability to cope with multiple production demands
• Good supervision skills of the technicians and model makers
• Independent, reliable and hardworking
• Should be creative, analytical and detailed
• A team player
• Starting salary is 100k+ depending on experience.

How to Apply:
All applications to be emailed to titus@kentrain.co.ke and mainamaina83@yahoo.com

Deadline: 15th March 2014

Job Vacancy at Dynamic People Consulting in Nairobi, Kenya-Store Manager

Job Title: Store Manager

Employer: Dynamic People Consulting
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with purchasing department to ensure that supplies are ordered on time
• Ensure ordered supplies are received into the stores on time in the right quantities and quality as per LPO.
• Ensure equitable distribution of materials within the RGS stores
• Supervise distribution of supplies to the various stores as required from the central store
• Monitor stock levels in the stores through the weekly stock report
• Recommend to the purchasing department what needs to be purchased to replenish the stock in the stores
• In liaison with purchasing department carry out and monthly purchase projections based on previous consumption
• In liaison with Finance department, carry out monthly stock takes for consumables and annual stock takes for fixed assets
• Act on feedback from users of supplies
• Monitor usage of various items and report trends to management when necessary
• Device ways of cutting costs and working within approved budget
• Effectively supervise all Stores staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Business or other related field
• Professional Qualification in Purchasing and Supplies
• Five (5) years experience in management of stores in a busy commercial organization
• Good negotiation, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and practical experience in the use of computerized stores management systems
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite of packages
• Knowledge of SAP will be an added advantage

How to Apply:

If you believe you qualify for this position, please apply for the position by uploading your CV to our website: www.dpckenya.com  under Vacancies.

Deadline: 10th March 2014

Senior Management Accountant Job Vacancy at Meru County Government in Kenya

Job Title: Senior Management Accountant

Employer: The Meru County Government

Duty Station: Meru County

Qualifications:

• 1st degree preferably Accounts/Finance;
• CPA (K) and a member of ICPAK;
• Masters Degree in relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Experience:
• At least 4 years’ experience Public/ Private Sector;
• Worked as a management accountant for over three (3) years in a busy institution;
• Variance analysis skills;
• Trend analysis capabilities;
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under minimum supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of management reports;
• Advising on possible investment opportunities;
• Project appraisals and costing;
• Executing payments through IFMIS;
• Approval of payments;
• Supervision of revenue collection;
• IFMIS invoicing;
• Bank reconciliations;
• Verification of payments;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

How to Apply:
All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left hand-side the position you are applying for and addressed to:

The Secretary,
County Public Service Board,
P.O. Box 120-60200,
Meru.

NB. Applicants should seek clearance from:
Kenya Revenue Authority
Higher Education Loans Board
Criminal Investigation Department
Commission for Higher Education; For those with certificates from Private and foreign institutions.

Deadline: 21st February 2014

Senior Statistician /Economist Job Vacancy at The Meru County Government in Kenya

Job Title: Senior Statistician /Economist

Employer: The Meru County Government

Duty Station: Meru County

Experience
• At least 4 years in Public/Private Sector;
• Holder of a degree from a recognized university in Statistics/Economics/ Actuarial science;
• Master’s degree in relevant field will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Budget preparation and implementation;
• Analysis of budget and variance;
• Variance investigation;
• Expenditure analysis;
• Operating system appraisals;
• Data collection and analysis;
• Ability to conduct market surveys;
• Time series analysis;
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

How to Apply:
All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left hand-side the position you are applying for and addressed to:

The Secretary,
County Public Service Board,
P.O. Box 120-60200,
Meru.

NB. Applicants should seek clearance from:
Kenya Revenue Authority
Higher Education Loans Board
Criminal Investigation Department
Commission for Higher Education; For those with certificates from Private and foreign institutions.

Deadline: 21st February 2014

Head of Communications Jobs Vacancy at KEMRI Wellcome in Kilifi and Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Head of Communications

Employer: KEMRI Wellcome

Duty Station:  Kilifi and Nairobi

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the communication and advocacy strategy for the Programme:
• Providing overall coordination and managing capacity building for other staff working on communication at the centre; including the project communication and media officers, community liaison managers, MOH-KEMRI liaison manager.
• Leading internal communications through the further development of the intranet and other tools; and coordinating all branding at the Programme.
• Managing content for the Programme website, intranet and all electronic/social media; ensuring that this is kept up-to-date and relevant.
• Engaging with national partner organisations and sponsors to build activities with their communication officers.
• Developing active international networks to promote public engagement in science through collaboration with science related institutions and funders, including the Wellcome Trust, UK
• Engaging local, national and international media, including newspapers, magazines, radio, TV, websites, documentaries and inputs to existing public fora for health and science. Including the development of a media engagement and management plan
• Supporting research into practice by developing materials and mechanisms (with scientists) to disseminate summaries of research and research findings.
• Developing and coordinating networking initiatives with science related groups and institutions at national and international levels.
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Advanced University Degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent professional work experience in the communication area combined with university degree in a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in managing communication.
• Knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy, and the role of mass media.
• Analytical and conceptual skills to think and plan strategically. Skills and experience in communication programmes, monitoring, review and evaluation.
• Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with media representatives, government officials and community groups.
• Extensive knowledge of computer systems and applications, specifically interactive digital media.
• Demonstrated skill in programme communication, development of Information, Education and Communication material, documentation and publication (including web-based documentation)
• Proven ability to produce analytical and well-presented reports and publications.
• Excellent spoken and written English; specific skills in writing press releases and articles/stories for traditional and electronic media.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, taking into account cultural difficulties.
Desirable:
• Excellent spoken and written Kiswahili
• Experience in the non-profit sector
• Scientific training or experience either through education or previous work experience would be a significant advantage.

How to Apply:
Email your detailed application with details of your current or past gross monthly salary to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com before Noon 18th February 2014.

Deadline: 18th February 2014

Jobs at OSIEA’s-Food Security Programme Assistant

Job Title: Food Security Programme Assistant

Employer: OSIEA’s

Duty Station:  Kenya

Responsibilities:

• Logistic Support: Schedule meeting requests; photocopy, answer e-mail and phone inquiries; schedule travel arrangements; take minutes for meetings; draft correspondence; and organize conference calls
• Grants Management: Assist programme officer to finalize, input and track grant applications, and to maintain working relationships with grantees
• Finance: Track program spending. Process bills, monthly credit card reports, and reimbursement requests; Prepare consultancy contracts, process consultants’ expense reports, and coordinate consultants’ travel needs
• Ability to manage multiple liaisons within OSIEA and the larger Open Society Foundations network in a fast paced environment

Qualifications:

• Proven commitment to the protection of human rights in the East African region. Previous work on food security strongly preferred
• Minimum five years prior experience in an administrative/coordination role. Experience with experience proposal writing and review preferred
• Extensive computer skills (expertise with Microsoft Word, Excel and databases required) and ability to learn new software applications
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people
• Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
• Integrity, diplomatic manner and professional discretion essential
• Willingness to travel as needed
• At OSIEA, all staff are expected to work at integrating the organizational values into the performance of their duties and tasks on a daily basis and by participating in in-house working groups designed to uphold the values and foster healthy inter-office communication.

Compensation: Competitive salary, with good benefits package

How to Apply:
No phone calls, please. Only successful candidates will be contacted

Send resume and cover letter to jobs@osiea.org

Deadline: 28th February 2014

Water Officer Job Vacancies at CARE Kenya

Job Title: Water Officer

Employer: CARE
Duty Station:  Dadaab
(REF: WO/2/2014).


Job Summary & Purpose:

Reporting to the WASH Coordinator, the Water Officer will be responsible for efficient and effective water supply system in the respective camp, inspect and monitor routine water supply and maintenance of the reticulation systems to ensure minimal or no water interruption within water supply time, responsible for general supervision of boreholes drilling, construction, equipping and commissioning process; this includes ensuring that the specific contract items contained in the contract are strictly adhered to.

Carry out assessment of boreholes behavior, aquifer monitoring and report to WASH Coordinator for any alarming scenario for quick action. Provide accurate production record and interpretation for the same.

Tasks and Responsibilities.

• Maintenance of Water Pipelines and Applied apptenances
• Ensure smooth running and uninterrupted water reticulation system all round.
• In collaboration with other team members, give relevant technical extension information to the tap stand monitors/WASH committees to ensure proper use and prudent management of tap stands and related installations.
• In consultation with master plumber, prioritize the work for the day to ensure minimum water interruption and distribution supply hours.
• Project planning for construction activities and water pipeline installation in the respective camp.
• Coordination of project activities at field or camp level
• Approval of work done by the contractor or sub contractors.
• Daily and weekly updating the WASH coordinator on the work progress in the respective camp.
• Project Implementation and Supervision
• Schedule and prepare work plans for field activities in consultation with the WASH Coordinator.
• Prepare job contracts, supervise work and process payments upon job completion and submit to the supervisor.
• Approve and ensure proper handling and utility of sector resources in the camp.
• Monitor material stock levels, and advice the WASH Coordinator for timely and appropriate procurement/deliveries.
• Guide the implementation of WASH Sector strategy at camp level including service extensions.
• Routine office and staff administration, including regular staff meetings and briefings.
• Ensures that standards and specifications for works and materials deliveries are adhered to and gives recommendation(s) to the management as necessary, including certification of completed works for payments.
• Supervision of contractor engaged by CARE to ensure work is done as per drawings, technical specification and to the highest quality standard.
• Supervise the construction and rehabilitation of water supplies interventions in strict adherence to the Kenya government regulations, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
• Capacity building of staffs and communities in programming and implementation of PHE projects.
• Water Resources Management & Development
• Assessment of day today behavior and operation of boreholes, checking for signs for preventive maintenance.
• Carrying out of aquifer monitoring procedures and tests and the interpretation of step draw-down, recovery rates and thereby come up with appropriate actions for remedy and sustainable exploitation of ground water resources.
• Capacity built the staff and other water users on the need to conserve water by using methods geared towards the general environmental conservation.
• Sensitize the staff on environmental impact assessment (EIA) issues and the mitigating factors, so that our operations as an implementing agency can meet the minimum standards as set up by the water resources management authority, national environment management authority (NEMA), and in conformity with the water Act 2000, laws of the republic of Kenya.
• Interpretation of the geological survey report before and during the drilling process and guiding the drilling contractor accordingly.
• Ensure sample collection, labeling, storage, and litho logical logging during drilling, designing the borehole casing string, test pumping for all new boreholes.
• The incumbent will ensure the drilling process is carried out in a professional manner with respect to the drilling tools, drilling foams and/or other drilling media, borehole uniformity and verticality.
• Acquisition of aquifer data and hence design of the borehole on the basis of this data as well as the drilling logs obtained during the drilling process.
• After the in depth analysis of abstraction rates, aquifer data, recommend boreholes for rehabilitation, development and upgrading where necessary.
• After the supervision of test pumping procedures to completion, analyses the data and thereby come up and recommend a suitable capacity rated submersible pump and generation set, for water production installation.
• Collaboration, Liaison and Networking
• Promote continuous involvement of the refugee community in sector work at task execution levels.
• Assist community to identify training needs.
• Liaison with sector counterparts in other camps and DMO, as well as with other sectors and sister agencies within the camp, in execution of sector and project work.
• Reporting
• Prepare monthly and circumstantial reports and submit to the supervisor.
• Participates in writing sector monthly sitrep reports and the weekly highlights.
• Authority:


Working Conditions:
The position is based in Dadaab or Dagahaley/Ifo camps as well as any other extension camps and program sites.

This is a non-family working station. Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities.

Road movement between work station and Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (scheduled convoys), with strict adherence to security instructions all the time.

It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off according to CTO policy.

The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Water/Public Health Engineering with 2 years experience.
• Diploma holder in the same field with five (5) years proven experience will be considered.
• Experience: experience in working/programming in either relief or development including managing a large scale Community based water project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects will an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Good communication skills.
• Teamwork; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work without supervision
• Management skills
• Leadership skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to prepare project reports
• Proficient in use of Microsoft office packages

How to Apply
If you feel you meet the requirements for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV  and telephone contacts of three professional referees to: The Human Resources & Development Manager, CARE International in Kenya, Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke so as to be received not later than 14th February , 2014. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

Deadline: 14th February 2014

Legal Assistant Job Vacancies at Meru County Government

Job Title: Legal Assistants (2 Posts)

Employer: The Meru County Government

Duty Station: Meru County

The legal assistants will report to the Head of Legal Department and will assist in the management and co-ordination of legal matters relating to the County.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Providing legal advice to the county government;
• Interpreting relevant legislation and their implications to the County government;
• Providing legislative support to the County government including preparation of briefs on legislation and amendments where appropriate;
• Providing legal guidance to the county government;
• Representing the county government in court when need arises;
• Ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity within the county;
• Ensuring implementation and realization of strategic plans and objectives in respect of the legal function;
• Handling legal instruments;
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the head of legal department.

Qualifications:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Be a holder of Bachelor of law degree from a recognized institution;
• Practiced in a public or private sector for a minimum of two (2) years;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
• Be computer literate.


How to Apply:
All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left hand-side the position you are applying for and addressed to:

The Secretary,
County Public Service Board,
P.O. Box 120-60200,
Meru.

Important information to all Applicants:
The applications should reach the Secretary on or before 21st February 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB. Applicants should seek clearance from:

Kenya Revenue Authority
Higher Education Loans Board
Criminal Investigation Department
Commission for Higher Education; For those with certificates from Private and foreign institutions.

Deadline: 21st February 2014

ECD Teaching Jobs in Nyandarua County Kenya

Job Title: ECD Teachers

Employer: Nyandarua County
Duty Station:  Nyandarua County

Applications are herby invited from qualified Early Childhood Development teachers to be employed in Nyandarua County Public Pre-Primary Schools.

400 positions shall be recruited for now and more positions shall be advertised after July 2014.


Requirements for Appointment
• Already serving as an ECD Teacher in a Public Pre-Primary School in the County
• Hold at least a Certificate from KNEC in ECD
• Those who hold a Diploma in ECD shall have an added advantage
• Recommendation letter from the Head Teacher
• Candidate must meet all requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Has a minimum of 5 years experience

Duties and Responsibilities
• Teach children in Pre-Primary School
• Mould the young to become responsible citizens in the future
• Inculcate ideals of Article 10 of the Constitution of Kenya to the children
• Be an active player in promoting education standards

How to Apply:
Applications should be accompanied with Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, head teacher recommendation letter, national identity card, Clearance Certificates to conform with Chapter Six of The Constitution i.e. Good Conduct, Credit reference Bureau, Higher Education loans Board. Kenya Revenue Authority tax Compliance.

Successful candidates shall for now be paid a monthly lump sum of Kshs 10,000 as top up of what the school management is paying until 30th June 2014 when the scheme of service shall be put in place.

Applications should reach the under signed on or before Friday 14th February, 2014.

Secretary:
County Public Service Board
Po Box 701-20303, OL Kalou