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
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Thursday, 13 February 2014
Thursday, 3 October 2013
Event Planner at Skye Planners Limited in Nairobi, Kenya
Job Title: Event Planner
Duties;
•Professionally manage and update all social media platforms for the company and related ventures
•Write effective communication materials including reports, press releases, presentations and undertake full quality assurance to ensure that they conform to our company or client’s standards and will promote the image and objectives of the organization
•Preparing event proposals, work plan, timelines, budgets among others
•Designing event themes, concepts and layouts and entire organization and co-ordination of events
•Identify potential clients, arrange for meetings and make presentation on the services of the company
•Advise on communication and media strategy
•Liaise with external suppliers and partners to enhance and sustain consistency and quality of the company’s corporate image and timely delivery of services and products
•Maintain and regularly update a database of customers and suppliers
•Provide administration and financial support
•Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Education, Skills and Experience;
•A bachelor of Arts degree in communications or any other relevant field
•A minimum of 5 years’ experience in communication, event management role with good track record
•Strong creative and conceptual skills
•Good presentation skills
•Good organizational skills, proactive and self driven
Computer proficiency
•A team player with attention to detail and able to work with minimal supervision
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•Aged 30 years and above
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send a CV and cover letter indicating why they are suitable for the job including salary expectation to Jennifer@skyeplanners.com
Application Deadline: 7th Oct 2013
Duties;
•Professionally manage and update all social media platforms for the company and related ventures
•Write effective communication materials including reports, press releases, presentations and undertake full quality assurance to ensure that they conform to our company or client’s standards and will promote the image and objectives of the organization
•Preparing event proposals, work plan, timelines, budgets among others
•Designing event themes, concepts and layouts and entire organization and co-ordination of events
•Identify potential clients, arrange for meetings and make presentation on the services of the company
•Advise on communication and media strategy
•Liaise with external suppliers and partners to enhance and sustain consistency and quality of the company’s corporate image and timely delivery of services and products
•Maintain and regularly update a database of customers and suppliers
•Provide administration and financial support
•Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Education, Skills and Experience;
•A bachelor of Arts degree in communications or any other relevant field
•A minimum of 5 years’ experience in communication, event management role with good track record
•Strong creative and conceptual skills
•Good presentation skills
•Good organizational skills, proactive and self driven
Computer proficiency
•A team player with attention to detail and able to work with minimal supervision
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•Aged 30 years and above
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send a CV and cover letter indicating why they are suitable for the job including salary expectation to Jennifer@skyeplanners.com
Application Deadline: 7th Oct 2013
Monday, 16 September 2013
Chief Operating Officer (Cables & Electricl Products) Jobs at Datum Recruitment Services in Nairobi Kenya
Job title: Chief Operating Officer (Cables & Electricl Products)
Employment type: Full time
Country: Kenya
City / Location: Nairobi
Job category: General
Min. years of experience: more than 10 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Designation: Chief Operating Officer (Cables & Electricl Products), Kenya
Reference ID : REQ 0638
Summary :
Senior Management Jobs in Africa
Our client is a leading regional player in Africa who provides various careers in Africa.
The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for leading the development and execution of the Company’s strategy with a view to creating shareholder value. The incumbent will ultimately be responsible for all day-to-day management decisions and for implementing the Company’s long and short term plans.
Experience: Min: 10 Year(s) Max: 20 Year(s)
Location: Kenya
Education: B.E./B.Tech
Industry Type: Electricals / Switchgears
Functional Area : Top Management
Role: Head / VP / GM-Operations
Desired Candidate Profile:
Qualifications & Experience;
Ten (10) years’ related experience required at a senior level
Demonstrated experience in engaging with local, regional and international organizations
Understanding of the Electrical, Cable and Construction Industry in general
Previous experience in Africa is preferred.
A university degree in Engineering or related field.
Demonstrated management and leadership skills
Core competencies and Attributes:
Ethics and Values: Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity
Development and Innovation: Take charge of self-development and take initiative
Team player and Leader: Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Communicating and Information Sharing: Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication
Self-management and Emotional Intelligence: Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behaviour towards others
Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making
Job Description:
Provide overall leadership in the operations of the Company.
Development and implementation of strategies as approved by the Board.
Ensuring compliance with statutory, legal and regulatory requirements and establishing measures and plans against business risks
To give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the Company’s philosophy, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives
Promoting the Company’s image and developing good working relationships with all customers, stakeholders and partners
Advising the Board of Directors on operations, investment planning, viable and sustainable development of the Company.
Ensures effective internal controls and management information systems are in place.
Ensure proper manpower is in place, properly deployed, motivated and developed to maximise their productivity.
Organization : Leading Regional player in East Africa
Company Profile :
Our client is a leading regional player with business into building materials, electrical products.
For more details on the job view job code REQ 0638 or to know more on other jobs visit http://www.datum-recruitment.com/jobs-in-africa.php
How to apply:
Datum Recruitment Services
Email :- recruit@datumhin.com
Website : - http://www.datum-recruitment.com/jobs-in-africa.php
Closing date: October 31, 2013 - 3pm
Employment type: Full time
Country: Kenya
City / Location: Nairobi
Job category: General
Min. years of experience: more than 10 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Designation: Chief Operating Officer (Cables & Electricl Products), Kenya
Reference ID : REQ 0638
Summary :
Senior Management Jobs in Africa
Our client is a leading regional player in Africa who provides various careers in Africa.
The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for leading the development and execution of the Company’s strategy with a view to creating shareholder value. The incumbent will ultimately be responsible for all day-to-day management decisions and for implementing the Company’s long and short term plans.
Experience: Min: 10 Year(s) Max: 20 Year(s)
Location: Kenya
Education: B.E./B.Tech
Industry Type: Electricals / Switchgears
Functional Area : Top Management
Role: Head / VP / GM-Operations
Desired Candidate Profile:
Qualifications & Experience;
Ten (10) years’ related experience required at a senior level
Demonstrated experience in engaging with local, regional and international organizations
Understanding of the Electrical, Cable and Construction Industry in general
Previous experience in Africa is preferred.
A university degree in Engineering or related field.
Demonstrated management and leadership skills
Core competencies and Attributes:
Ethics and Values: Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity
Development and Innovation: Take charge of self-development and take initiative
Team player and Leader: Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Communicating and Information Sharing: Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication
Self-management and Emotional Intelligence: Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behaviour towards others
Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making
Job Description:
Provide overall leadership in the operations of the Company.
Development and implementation of strategies as approved by the Board.
Ensuring compliance with statutory, legal and regulatory requirements and establishing measures and plans against business risks
To give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the Company’s philosophy, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives
Promoting the Company’s image and developing good working relationships with all customers, stakeholders and partners
Advising the Board of Directors on operations, investment planning, viable and sustainable development of the Company.
Ensures effective internal controls and management information systems are in place.
Ensure proper manpower is in place, properly deployed, motivated and developed to maximise their productivity.
Organization : Leading Regional player in East Africa
Company Profile :
Our client is a leading regional player with business into building materials, electrical products.
For more details on the job view job code REQ 0638 or to know more on other jobs visit http://www.datum-recruitment.com/jobs-in-africa.php
How to apply:
Datum Recruitment Services
Email :- recruit@datumhin.com
Website : - http://www.datum-recruitment.com/jobs-in-africa.php
Closing date: October 31, 2013 - 3pm
Wednesday, 11 September 2013
Security Officer Job Vacancy at Water Resource Management Authority (WRMA) in Nairobi Kenya
Job Title: Security Officer
Responsibilities:
• Managing the relationship with contracted security services providers at the head office, regions and sub regions
• Managing corporate security systems to assure business continuity
• Responsible for developing proactive security strategies to protect and secure employees, assets and the brand.
• Identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining corporate security processes, protocols and programs aimed at reducing risk, responding to incidents and limiting exposure of employees and company assets.
• Developing security systems and solutions, strategies and initiatives (personnel, physical, systems and assets)
• Carrying out risk assessment programs and security audits to assess the organization security systems’robustness.
Qualifications and Experiences:
• Has 7 years’ and above experience in Law Enforcement or Military and Corporate Security, with experience in conducting criminal investigations, interviewing, and decision making.
• Good understanding of computer systems and information security
• High standards of personal integrity.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management, Computer Sciences, or Degree in Social Sciences with a Diploma in Criminology, Security Management or a related field.
• Clearance with Chapter 6 of Kenya Constitution Institutions including EACC, CID, Helb, KRA and Director of Public Prosecutions
• Independent, mature, application of investigative experience and skill,
How to Apply
This should be accompanied with a brief justification stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resource management Authority
P O Box 45250-00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment@wrma.or.ke
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Female candidates and those with any form of disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply
Water Resource Management Authority (WRMA) is ISO 9001:2008 Certified
Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013
Responsibilities:
• Managing the relationship with contracted security services providers at the head office, regions and sub regions
• Managing corporate security systems to assure business continuity
• Responsible for developing proactive security strategies to protect and secure employees, assets and the brand.
• Identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining corporate security processes, protocols and programs aimed at reducing risk, responding to incidents and limiting exposure of employees and company assets.
• Developing security systems and solutions, strategies and initiatives (personnel, physical, systems and assets)
• Carrying out risk assessment programs and security audits to assess the organization security systems’robustness.
Qualifications and Experiences:
• Has 7 years’ and above experience in Law Enforcement or Military and Corporate Security, with experience in conducting criminal investigations, interviewing, and decision making.
• Good understanding of computer systems and information security
• High standards of personal integrity.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management, Computer Sciences, or Degree in Social Sciences with a Diploma in Criminology, Security Management or a related field.
• Clearance with Chapter 6 of Kenya Constitution Institutions including EACC, CID, Helb, KRA and Director of Public Prosecutions
• Independent, mature, application of investigative experience and skill,
How to Apply
This should be accompanied with a brief justification stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resource management Authority
P O Box 45250-00100
Nairobi
Email: recruitment@wrma.or.ke
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Female candidates and those with any form of disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply
Water Resource Management Authority (WRMA) is ISO 9001:2008 Certified
Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013
Saturday, 7 September 2013
Catering Careers at Marie Stopes in Nairobi
Job Title: Cook
Job Salary: KShs.20, 000 – 25,000 Gross Pay.
Job Requirements:
• Diploma in food and beverage production.
• Food handlers certificate from the relevant government hospital
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
Responsibilities:
• Planning, costing and preparing menus for patients.
• Ensuring production of timely, safe and quality meals.
• Ensuring hygiene and cleanliness is maintained at all times in the kitchen.
• Controlling stocks in the kitchen and raise requisitions as and when required.
• Compiling weekly and monthly reports as required.
• Ensuring timely supply and quality of goods and services.
• Ensuring that machines and other equipment are used correctly and are always in good working condition.
• Ensuring health and safety policies are adhered to.
• Ensure superior Customer Experience to all internal and external clients
How to Apply:
Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (2 immediate former and current supervisors) should be submitted to:
People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application Deadline: 9th September 2013
Job Salary: KShs.20, 000 – 25,000 Gross Pay.
Job Requirements:
• Diploma in food and beverage production.
• Food handlers certificate from the relevant government hospital
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
Responsibilities:
• Planning, costing and preparing menus for patients.
• Ensuring production of timely, safe and quality meals.
• Ensuring hygiene and cleanliness is maintained at all times in the kitchen.
• Controlling stocks in the kitchen and raise requisitions as and when required.
• Compiling weekly and monthly reports as required.
• Ensuring timely supply and quality of goods and services.
• Ensuring that machines and other equipment are used correctly and are always in good working condition.
• Ensuring health and safety policies are adhered to.
• Ensure superior Customer Experience to all internal and external clients
How to Apply:
Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (2 immediate former and current supervisors) should be submitted to:
People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application Deadline: 9th September 2013
Wednesday, 21 August 2013
Trainers Careers at CAP Youth in Kenya
Job Title: Trainers
Employer: CAP Youth
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013
Carpentry and Joinery / Building and Construction / Plumbing / Electricals / Refrigeration / Mobile Phones / Automobile Trainers
About the position
We are urgently looking for Trainers who have relevant training and experience in atleast two of the fields mentioned above.
Successful candidate will be posted in one of the CAP Centers currently operational as a Trainer and will be required to train students on the two fields of expertise.
The right candidate must be self-driven and must work with minimal Supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Developing, customizing and delivering curriculum.
• Theoretical and practical instruction in the area of specialization;
• preparing and maintaining of schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, teaching and learning materials and trainee records;
• carrying out trainee assessment; ensuring proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment;
• conducting co-curricular activities; maintain trainee discipline; guidance and counseling of trainees;
• Monitoring trainees on field work and industrial attachment and compiling progress reports.
• Assist students get internships and employment opportunities.
• To source for guest lecturers and organize field visits for the trainees.
• To help the trainees to find internship and employment opportunities.
• Assist in the recruitment of students into the programme.
Skills Required
• Excellent Presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Networking skills a must.
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Proven Carpentry skills.
• Willingness to work in tough and competitive environment.
Requirements
• One (1) year working experience in any of the two fields highlighted.
• Aged 25- 35 years.
• Must be mature and with the right attitude.
• KCSE and Relevant Diploma/Certificate.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have passion of working with young people.
How to Apply
This position is on full time basis.
To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment.
Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Employer: CAP Youth
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013
Carpentry and Joinery / Building and Construction / Plumbing / Electricals / Refrigeration / Mobile Phones / Automobile Trainers
About the position
We are urgently looking for Trainers who have relevant training and experience in atleast two of the fields mentioned above.
Successful candidate will be posted in one of the CAP Centers currently operational as a Trainer and will be required to train students on the two fields of expertise.
The right candidate must be self-driven and must work with minimal Supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Developing, customizing and delivering curriculum.
• Theoretical and practical instruction in the area of specialization;
• preparing and maintaining of schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, teaching and learning materials and trainee records;
• carrying out trainee assessment; ensuring proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment;
• conducting co-curricular activities; maintain trainee discipline; guidance and counseling of trainees;
• Monitoring trainees on field work and industrial attachment and compiling progress reports.
• Assist students get internships and employment opportunities.
• To source for guest lecturers and organize field visits for the trainees.
• To help the trainees to find internship and employment opportunities.
• Assist in the recruitment of students into the programme.
Skills Required
• Excellent Presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Networking skills a must.
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Proven Carpentry skills.
• Willingness to work in tough and competitive environment.
Requirements
• One (1) year working experience in any of the two fields highlighted.
• Aged 25- 35 years.
• Must be mature and with the right attitude.
• KCSE and Relevant Diploma/Certificate.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have passion of working with young people.
How to Apply
This position is on full time basis.
To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com
Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment.
Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Monday, 19 August 2013
Data Coordinator at Innovations for Poverty Action in Nairobi
Job Title: Data Coordinator, WASH Benefit (Kenya)
Reports to: Country Director and PI
Project: Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Benefits Project
Location: Western Kenya
Deadline to Apply: September 31, 2013
Start Date and Duration: Immediately Preferred, 2013; 1 year commitment is required with a possibility of extension.
Eligibility:This position is open to all applicants
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate 'what works' in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.
Position Summary:
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Data Coordinator for the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Benefits Project. Currently in the midst of a five-year study, WASH Benefits is collecting rigorous evidence on the health impacts of improved water, sanitation and hygiene practices, alongside improved nutrition in rural Kenya. Low-cost technologies and behavior change communications strategies are being implemented to promote drinking water treatment, good sanitation practices, handwashing with soap and improved nutrition. The position offers an opportunity to gain on-the-ground data management experience as part of a high-profile water, sanitation, hygiene, and child health impact evaluation project. This position is located in Western Kenya, and the principal investigators (PIs) are Clair Null and Michael Kremer.
Responsibilities:
The Data Coordinator will work closely with senior project management and staff to support and supervise a variety of tasks across two offices (Kakamega and Bungoma) including, but not limited to:
Develop and supervise implementation of systems to manage data related to evaluation, laboratory, and implementation aspects of the project (both hardware and software), including: supporting the development and modification of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation and tracking systems
Keep senior management, research manager and PIs appraised of all key developments related to data management and quality
Supervise two Data Management Project Associates and the Programming Project Manager
Assist with improving and modifing electronic data collection instruments
Compile periodic reports on the progress of data collection activities study wide
Supervise hiring and training of data-entry clerks in both offices and manage the prioritization and allocation of data-entry tasks
Support evaluation, laboratory, and implementation aspects of the project with form development and template design, and ensure compliance with variable-naming and data-formatting standards
Develop procedures for data management and quality assurance including: daily data downloads, data encryption and back-up, weekly processing/compiling/cleaning of raw data, transfer of data between project activities, storage and protection of hard-copy data, staff productivity, and survey back-checks
Design guidelines for compiling and reporting results and recommendations of staff productivity to field staff and HR
Support the Research Manager in coordinating data tracking systems for human subjects and data safety monitoring compliance
Support the design and implementation of a relational database
Provide projections and basic oversight of financial accounting related to data management activities
Provide mentorship to all staff involved in data collection activities (across all aspects of the study), including contributing to trainings; closely coordinate with other project coordinators and staff across offices
Support the Research Manager in HR oversight process and provide recommendations to management on all aspects of HR for the data management team
The WASH Benefits project will be spread over a relatively large geographic area, so willingness to travel and ability to manage across project sites is essential. The Coordinator will be based in one of the project's offices.
Qualifications:
Excellent Stata programming skills
Advanced proficiency with Excel
Experience with CSPro
A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a quantitative social science, engineering or related field
Minimum of two years of experience in quantitative/qualitative research methods and data management, preferably with large (many observations and many variables) and/or complex datasets (many inter-related variables)
Excellent written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English
Highly organized and detail-oriented, enjoys working with data
Excellent management, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team player
Proficiency in other computer programming languages (SQL, Blaise, Java, etc.)
Experience with relational databases
GIS data management and analysis skills
Experience working on WASH and/or nutrition issues in developing countries (particularly sub-Saharan Africa)
Swahili language skills
Knowledge of statistics
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials
Application Instructions:
Please follow the application instructions below. Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered. Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
1. Please send an email to jobs@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:
In the subject line: Copy exactly the following position line: 100990IPAKenya, Data Coordinator
Attachments: Please attach ONLY your CV and cover letter.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name
Please do not include any text besides your name in the body of the e-mail. Adding extra text will interfere with the processing of your application.
2. Complete the J-PAL/IPA common application indicating that you are interested in applying for a 'Type 1: Research Analyst or Project Associate' position. Please include two letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, and transcripts.
IPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer
All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
How to Apply:
http://www.povertyactionlab.org/jobs/data-coordinator-wash-100989
Deadline: 02/09/2013
Reports to: Country Director and PI
Project: Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Benefits Project
Location: Western Kenya
Deadline to Apply: September 31, 2013
Start Date and Duration: Immediately Preferred, 2013; 1 year commitment is required with a possibility of extension.
Eligibility:This position is open to all applicants
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate 'what works' in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.
Position Summary:
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Data Coordinator for the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Benefits Project. Currently in the midst of a five-year study, WASH Benefits is collecting rigorous evidence on the health impacts of improved water, sanitation and hygiene practices, alongside improved nutrition in rural Kenya. Low-cost technologies and behavior change communications strategies are being implemented to promote drinking water treatment, good sanitation practices, handwashing with soap and improved nutrition. The position offers an opportunity to gain on-the-ground data management experience as part of a high-profile water, sanitation, hygiene, and child health impact evaluation project. This position is located in Western Kenya, and the principal investigators (PIs) are Clair Null and Michael Kremer.
Responsibilities:
The Data Coordinator will work closely with senior project management and staff to support and supervise a variety of tasks across two offices (Kakamega and Bungoma) including, but not limited to:
Develop and supervise implementation of systems to manage data related to evaluation, laboratory, and implementation aspects of the project (both hardware and software), including: supporting the development and modification of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation and tracking systems
Keep senior management, research manager and PIs appraised of all key developments related to data management and quality
Supervise two Data Management Project Associates and the Programming Project Manager
Assist with improving and modifing electronic data collection instruments
Compile periodic reports on the progress of data collection activities study wide
Supervise hiring and training of data-entry clerks in both offices and manage the prioritization and allocation of data-entry tasks
Support evaluation, laboratory, and implementation aspects of the project with form development and template design, and ensure compliance with variable-naming and data-formatting standards
Develop procedures for data management and quality assurance including: daily data downloads, data encryption and back-up, weekly processing/compiling/cleaning of raw data, transfer of data between project activities, storage and protection of hard-copy data, staff productivity, and survey back-checks
Design guidelines for compiling and reporting results and recommendations of staff productivity to field staff and HR
Support the Research Manager in coordinating data tracking systems for human subjects and data safety monitoring compliance
Support the design and implementation of a relational database
Provide projections and basic oversight of financial accounting related to data management activities
Provide mentorship to all staff involved in data collection activities (across all aspects of the study), including contributing to trainings; closely coordinate with other project coordinators and staff across offices
Support the Research Manager in HR oversight process and provide recommendations to management on all aspects of HR for the data management team
The WASH Benefits project will be spread over a relatively large geographic area, so willingness to travel and ability to manage across project sites is essential. The Coordinator will be based in one of the project's offices.
Qualifications:
Excellent Stata programming skills
Advanced proficiency with Excel
Experience with CSPro
A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a quantitative social science, engineering or related field
Minimum of two years of experience in quantitative/qualitative research methods and data management, preferably with large (many observations and many variables) and/or complex datasets (many inter-related variables)
Excellent written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English
Highly organized and detail-oriented, enjoys working with data
Excellent management, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team player
Proficiency in other computer programming languages (SQL, Blaise, Java, etc.)
Experience with relational databases
GIS data management and analysis skills
Experience working on WASH and/or nutrition issues in developing countries (particularly sub-Saharan Africa)
Swahili language skills
Knowledge of statistics
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials
Application Instructions:
Please follow the application instructions below. Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered. Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
1. Please send an email to jobs@poverty-action.org and cc jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org, following the instructions below:
In the subject line: Copy exactly the following position line: 100990IPAKenya, Data Coordinator
Attachments: Please attach ONLY your CV and cover letter.
In the email body: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name
Please do not include any text besides your name in the body of the e-mail. Adding extra text will interfere with the processing of your application.
2. Complete the J-PAL/IPA common application indicating that you are interested in applying for a 'Type 1: Research Analyst or Project Associate' position. Please include two letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, and transcripts.
IPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer
All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
How to Apply:
http://www.povertyactionlab.org/jobs/data-coordinator-wash-100989
Deadline: 02/09/2013
Sunday, 18 August 2013
Restaurant Jobs at Dari Restaurant in Kenya
Job Titles: Restaurant Manager,
Sous Chef, Chef De-Partie,
Service Stewards,
Hostess,
Cashiers,
Sales Persons and Barista / Bar Men
Employer: Dari Restaurant
Duty Station: Karen Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 23rd August 2013.
Job Details;
A garden set in the middle of a rare conservation forest in Karen is Dari.
A serene, quiet ambiance restaurant, coffee & tea garden.
We are now hiring staff with the right attitude, persona and qualifications to fill various vacant positions.
The right attitude entails the passion to serve and derive joy from making people enjoy their visit.
The right persons are people with a pleasant disposition towards others.
If you are just looking for a job but you do not like people, you need not apply.
The following positions are open: Restaurant Manager, Sous Chef, Chef De-Partie, Service Stewards, Hostess, Cashiers, Sales Persons and Barista / Bar Men:
Qualifications required:
• Computer literacy is a must.
• Language skills - compulsory.
• Education- diploma or higher desirable but not necessary.
• Experience in hospitality industry - could help or it could be a disadvantage.
• Sales Persons, Restaurant Manager, Barista, Sous Chef & Chef De-Partie MUST all have relevant technical qualification and experience.
• Must be ready to work during the awkward hours and days required by the hospitality industry.
How to Apply:
Please send your applications and CV in confidence via email to the following address; recruitmentdari@gmail.com
or drop it off at Dari Restaurant, Ngong Road, Karen, Gate 165 (next to St. Christopher’s School)
Dari is proudly an equal opportunity employer, hiring without regard for tribe, race, gender or religion.
Sous Chef, Chef De-Partie,
Service Stewards,
Hostess,
Cashiers,
Sales Persons and Barista / Bar Men
Employer: Dari Restaurant
Duty Station: Karen Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 23rd August 2013.
Job Details;
A garden set in the middle of a rare conservation forest in Karen is Dari.
A serene, quiet ambiance restaurant, coffee & tea garden.
We are now hiring staff with the right attitude, persona and qualifications to fill various vacant positions.
The right attitude entails the passion to serve and derive joy from making people enjoy their visit.
The right persons are people with a pleasant disposition towards others.
If you are just looking for a job but you do not like people, you need not apply.
The following positions are open: Restaurant Manager, Sous Chef, Chef De-Partie, Service Stewards, Hostess, Cashiers, Sales Persons and Barista / Bar Men:
Qualifications required:
• Computer literacy is a must.
• Language skills - compulsory.
• Education- diploma or higher desirable but not necessary.
• Experience in hospitality industry - could help or it could be a disadvantage.
• Sales Persons, Restaurant Manager, Barista, Sous Chef & Chef De-Partie MUST all have relevant technical qualification and experience.
• Must be ready to work during the awkward hours and days required by the hospitality industry.
How to Apply:
Please send your applications and CV in confidence via email to the following address; recruitmentdari@gmail.com
or drop it off at Dari Restaurant, Ngong Road, Karen, Gate 165 (next to St. Christopher’s School)
Dari is proudly an equal opportunity employer, hiring without regard for tribe, race, gender or religion.
Security Officer Job at Qick Televentures in Kenya
Job Title: Security Officer Job in Kenya
Employer: Qick Televentures
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 3rd September 2013
Qick Televentures is a telecom service provider focused on services in Telecom sector in the field of RF, Transmission, BTS installation, BSC, BSS, MSC, NOC among others which works as a backbone for any Operators or Equipment providers.
Responsibilities
• Preparation and reporting of Security Information
• Handle staff security cases and administrative issues; ensure all staff including foreigners are brief on security and compliance situation in the country.
• Compile monthly security surveys and crime analysis
• Supervise the management of security functions of office, Residential Premises.
• Investigate, collect and gather intelligence report cases relating to fraud, accident, loss of property and make the necessary reports.
• Compile case evidence and files and represent the institution in court when necessary.
• Maintain close liaison with police on security information and follow up court cases and facilitate sermons, bonds and other penal issues.
• Ensure effective security in maintained for the company’s property
• Organize/plan of security programmes and in training for expatriate staff
Requirements:
• Certificate in criminology or equivalent or social order
• They shall have undergone a recognized training in a security establishment.
• Should posses at least 5 years previous experience in law enforcement and provision of security services
• Must have served in Police force at the level of an inspector with experience conducting criminal investigations
• Shall have a strong understanding of Kenya legal and court systems.
• Should be fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Excellent Team player with good interpersonal skills; ability to deal with people at all levels
• High standards of personal integrity
How to Apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees to:
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications
Employer: Qick Televentures
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 3rd September 2013
Qick Televentures is a telecom service provider focused on services in Telecom sector in the field of RF, Transmission, BTS installation, BSC, BSS, MSC, NOC among others which works as a backbone for any Operators or Equipment providers.
Responsibilities
• Preparation and reporting of Security Information
• Handle staff security cases and administrative issues; ensure all staff including foreigners are brief on security and compliance situation in the country.
• Compile monthly security surveys and crime analysis
• Supervise the management of security functions of office, Residential Premises.
• Investigate, collect and gather intelligence report cases relating to fraud, accident, loss of property and make the necessary reports.
• Compile case evidence and files and represent the institution in court when necessary.
• Maintain close liaison with police on security information and follow up court cases and facilitate sermons, bonds and other penal issues.
• Ensure effective security in maintained for the company’s property
• Organize/plan of security programmes and in training for expatriate staff
Requirements:
• Certificate in criminology or equivalent or social order
• They shall have undergone a recognized training in a security establishment.
• Should posses at least 5 years previous experience in law enforcement and provision of security services
• Must have served in Police force at the level of an inspector with experience conducting criminal investigations
• Shall have a strong understanding of Kenya legal and court systems.
• Should be fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Excellent Team player with good interpersonal skills; ability to deal with people at all levels
• High standards of personal integrity
How to Apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees to:
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications
Saturday, 17 August 2013
Assistant Matron at Nairobi Hospital in Nairobi
Job Title: Assistant Matron
Ref: HRD/AM/08/13
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and are committed to continual improvement.
The ideal candidates are team players with the ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.
Reporting to the Matron/Director Nursing Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:
Participating in the development, review and implementation of nursing practice policies, procedures, guidelines and activities.
Providing effective leadership to the assigned Charge Nurses and their wards.
Implementing continuous improvement of nursing practice and service delivery.
Participating in the development of protocols of care and evaluating effectiveness.
Ensuring that infection control procedures and standards are implemented and maintained at all times.
Assisting with the investigations of patients’ complaints and effect changes where applicable to ensure compliance to standards.
Undertaking ward rounds on a regular basis to keep in touch with patients and ward staff so as to facilitate decision making and strengthen patient care.
Ensuring in-depth induction and orientation programmes for all nurses.
Enhancing collaboration between all functions involved in patient management.
Promoting nursing research and implementation of findings to improve evidence based care.
Participating in ward based execution of nursing education programs.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Kenya Registered Nurse/Midwife
Bachelors degree in Nursing
Over 7 years progressive work experience, 4 of which must be at a senior level
Experience in Hospital administration and nursing policy making.
Demonstrable leadership skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving and influencing skills.
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us
your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100
or recruitment@nbihosp.org
Deadline: 22/08/2013
Ref: HRD/AM/08/13
The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and are committed to continual improvement.
The ideal candidates are team players with the ability to effectively influence support from and add value to a wide range of professionals.
Reporting to the Matron/Director Nursing Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:
Participating in the development, review and implementation of nursing practice policies, procedures, guidelines and activities.
Providing effective leadership to the assigned Charge Nurses and their wards.
Implementing continuous improvement of nursing practice and service delivery.
Participating in the development of protocols of care and evaluating effectiveness.
Ensuring that infection control procedures and standards are implemented and maintained at all times.
Assisting with the investigations of patients’ complaints and effect changes where applicable to ensure compliance to standards.
Undertaking ward rounds on a regular basis to keep in touch with patients and ward staff so as to facilitate decision making and strengthen patient care.
Ensuring in-depth induction and orientation programmes for all nurses.
Enhancing collaboration between all functions involved in patient management.
Promoting nursing research and implementation of findings to improve evidence based care.
Participating in ward based execution of nursing education programs.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Kenya Registered Nurse/Midwife
Bachelors degree in Nursing
Over 7 years progressive work experience, 4 of which must be at a senior level
Experience in Hospital administration and nursing policy making.
Demonstrable leadership skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving and influencing skills.
How to Apply:
If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us
your application quoting the reference.
Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100
or recruitment@nbihosp.org
Deadline: 22/08/2013
Friday, 16 August 2013
Security and Gender Expert at Development Alternatives, Inc in Nairobi
Job Title: Security and Gender Expert - Security Sector Reform, Nairobi, Kenya
Objective of the project
DAI is anticipating a donor-funded Security Sector Reform programme in Kenya, focused on community policing and gender policing for women and girls, men and boys.
Scope of work
The Security and Gender Expert will (1) support the development of community policing programmes and mechanisms which benefit women and girls and (2) ensure that women and girls are central to implementation plans. He/she will design and implement programmes related to gender-based policing initiatives. Under the direction of the Team Leader, and in collaboration with the M&E Expert, the Expert will develop appropriate indicators and evaluation tools to improve policing access to women.
The Security and Gender Expert is a long-term position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Technical Team to successfully implement a gender-focused strategy across the programme that includes women and girls, men and boys
Participate in the design of program interventions and activities, in order to ensure that gender-specific activities are integrated in wider programmatic objectives such as community policing
Ensure that relevant women's issues are addressed and women are included in the dialogue with stakeholders
Assist in the establishment of M&E mechanisms and tools in gender-based policing
Develop verifiable indicators to monitor the impact of the program on access to justice for women and girls
Provide written periodic progress reports to the Team Leader on community policing
Organise and lead periodic seminars on current gender-based policing (as appropriate)
Coordinate the recruitment effort for short-term gender assistance, as needed
Develop and lead a detailed gender analysis during the design phase, including the process of gathering and analysing of gender data, and overseeing surveys and assessments among targeted women
Act as an advocate for women's participation in policing reforms through frequent dialogue with national and local level stakeholders
Required Key Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum a Bachelors' degree in a relevant field
Minimum 10 years of experience as gender advocator, experience in gender policing highly advantageous
Experience in designing appropriate interventions to meet project goals assisting women
Experience in working in Justice Reform, Security Sector Reform, Community Empowerment, Voice and Accountability with a strong focus on Gender (women and girls, men and boys)
Understanding of the gender context in Kenya
Knowledge of international donor-funded projects and international non-governmental organizations in Africa
Proven practice in integrating gender into justice reform programs
Experience working in ethnically-diverse contexts
Experience working with the police and implementing community policing projects is highly advantageous
Able to demonstrate experience working on gender based violence programs
Strong skill set in reporting, monitoring and evaluation
Practical knowledge of DFID, UNDP, World Bank projects
East Africa experience is desirable
Excellent communication skills and fluency in English is essential
How to Apply:
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DAINC&cws=1&rid=1042
Deadline: 30/09/2013
Objective of the project
DAI is anticipating a donor-funded Security Sector Reform programme in Kenya, focused on community policing and gender policing for women and girls, men and boys.
Scope of work
The Security and Gender Expert will (1) support the development of community policing programmes and mechanisms which benefit women and girls and (2) ensure that women and girls are central to implementation plans. He/she will design and implement programmes related to gender-based policing initiatives. Under the direction of the Team Leader, and in collaboration with the M&E Expert, the Expert will develop appropriate indicators and evaluation tools to improve policing access to women.
The Security and Gender Expert is a long-term position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work closely with the Technical Team to successfully implement a gender-focused strategy across the programme that includes women and girls, men and boys
Participate in the design of program interventions and activities, in order to ensure that gender-specific activities are integrated in wider programmatic objectives such as community policing
Ensure that relevant women's issues are addressed and women are included in the dialogue with stakeholders
Assist in the establishment of M&E mechanisms and tools in gender-based policing
Develop verifiable indicators to monitor the impact of the program on access to justice for women and girls
Provide written periodic progress reports to the Team Leader on community policing
Organise and lead periodic seminars on current gender-based policing (as appropriate)
Coordinate the recruitment effort for short-term gender assistance, as needed
Develop and lead a detailed gender analysis during the design phase, including the process of gathering and analysing of gender data, and overseeing surveys and assessments among targeted women
Act as an advocate for women's participation in policing reforms through frequent dialogue with national and local level stakeholders
Required Key Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum a Bachelors' degree in a relevant field
Minimum 10 years of experience as gender advocator, experience in gender policing highly advantageous
Experience in designing appropriate interventions to meet project goals assisting women
Experience in working in Justice Reform, Security Sector Reform, Community Empowerment, Voice and Accountability with a strong focus on Gender (women and girls, men and boys)
Understanding of the gender context in Kenya
Knowledge of international donor-funded projects and international non-governmental organizations in Africa
Proven practice in integrating gender into justice reform programs
Experience working in ethnically-diverse contexts
Experience working with the police and implementing community policing projects is highly advantageous
Able to demonstrate experience working on gender based violence programs
Strong skill set in reporting, monitoring and evaluation
Practical knowledge of DFID, UNDP, World Bank projects
East Africa experience is desirable
Excellent communication skills and fluency in English is essential
How to Apply:
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DAINC&cws=1&rid=1042
Deadline: 30/09/2013
Friday, 9 August 2013
Retail Customer Service Executive at Silverstone Tyres (K) Limited in Nairobi
Job Title: Retail Customer Service Executive / Assistant
Location: Nairobi
Silverstone Tyres (K) Limited, a leading company in the automotive field, seeks to recruit a Retail Customer Service Executive / Assistant who will be reporting to the Branch Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome retail customers (physical as well as telephone) to the branch.
Responding to their enquiries.
Orienting them to the company products and providing information that helps them in making purchase decisions by advising on purchasing costs and technical aspects of each tyre to customers.
Ensure exceptional customer service.
Experience
At least 2 - 3 years in a similar position in the automobile industry
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in sales and marketing
Knowledge of automobile mechanics is a plus
Computer literacy in MS Office
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their CVs through hr@dairyland.co.ke and copy maureen@chicafrica.com
Deadline: 16/08/2013
Location: Nairobi
Silverstone Tyres (K) Limited, a leading company in the automotive field, seeks to recruit a Retail Customer Service Executive / Assistant who will be reporting to the Branch Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome retail customers (physical as well as telephone) to the branch.
Responding to their enquiries.
Orienting them to the company products and providing information that helps them in making purchase decisions by advising on purchasing costs and technical aspects of each tyre to customers.
Ensure exceptional customer service.
Experience
At least 2 - 3 years in a similar position in the automobile industry
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in sales and marketing
Knowledge of automobile mechanics is a plus
Computer literacy in MS Office
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their CVs through hr@dairyland.co.ke and copy maureen@chicafrica.com
Deadline: 16/08/2013
Housekeeping Supervisor at Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu
Job Title: Housekeeping Supervisor
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, Busia, Kisumu and Bungoma Counties.
The Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Overall Responsibility
The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and maintaining a clean and hygienic environment by planning, organizing and controlling Cleaning and Laundry services within the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
Perform regular rounds within the hospital to ensure a clean and hygienic environment.
Supervise and direct staff members in the department. This will include preparing monthly duty Rota and daily duty allocation to the staff members.
Ensure that all policies and procedures on personnel, equipment and supplies are in place and adhered to.
Identify suitable linen, equipment, detergents and fumigation agents as and when necessary.
Perform quality improvement rounds to include all areas within the hospital to influence a safe patient care environment.
Identify staff training needs as well as help coordinate continous training programmes for employees.
Organise and hold regular departmental meetings to enhance multidisciplinary collaboration and team work.
Requirements
Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry and above.
Minimum two years working experience in a similar position.
Excellent PR and communication skills.
How to Apply:
Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees
The Human Resources Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530 - 40100
Kisumu
E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org
Deadline: 23/08/2013
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, Busia, Kisumu and Bungoma Counties.
The Hospital is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Overall Responsibility
The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and maintaining a clean and hygienic environment by planning, organizing and controlling Cleaning and Laundry services within the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
Perform regular rounds within the hospital to ensure a clean and hygienic environment.
Supervise and direct staff members in the department. This will include preparing monthly duty Rota and daily duty allocation to the staff members.
Ensure that all policies and procedures on personnel, equipment and supplies are in place and adhered to.
Identify suitable linen, equipment, detergents and fumigation agents as and when necessary.
Perform quality improvement rounds to include all areas within the hospital to influence a safe patient care environment.
Identify staff training needs as well as help coordinate continous training programmes for employees.
Organise and hold regular departmental meetings to enhance multidisciplinary collaboration and team work.
Requirements
Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry and above.
Minimum two years working experience in a similar position.
Excellent PR and communication skills.
How to Apply:
Applications including detailed curriculum vitae, names and contacts of three referees
The Human Resources Department
Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
P.O. Box 530 - 40100
Kisumu
E-mail: ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Team Building Facilitators at Brookes Consulting in Nairobi
Job Title: Team Building Facilitators (10)
Brookes Consulting, A Performance Enhancement and Productivity Training Company in based in Nairobi has opportunities for part time team building facilitators.
The Requirements are as follows.
Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitate Team-building programs and related events
Develop activities that will address management issues such as games, funfair, jokes, songs etc
Giving a theme to every activity that you come up and corresponding activities to it
Facilitate team building events for distinct corporate clients
Professionally represent the company in all our the assigned tasks
Prepare a team-building report at the end of the task
Knowledge and Skills Required
Proven experience and record of facilitating teambuilding and knowledge sharing workshops
Excellent and proven facilitation skills and methodologies suitable for corporate team building
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Must be social, outgoing, reliable and have excellent public speaking skills
Must be creative.
Time Conscious, healthy and travel savvy
Must have diploma in Business Administration/Management or a Degree in Business or social sciences or any relevant qualification
How to Apply:
Suitable Candidates can send their CVs and latter to teambuilding112@gmail.com on
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Brookes Consulting, A Performance Enhancement and Productivity Training Company in based in Nairobi has opportunities for part time team building facilitators.
The Requirements are as follows.
Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitate Team-building programs and related events
Develop activities that will address management issues such as games, funfair, jokes, songs etc
Giving a theme to every activity that you come up and corresponding activities to it
Facilitate team building events for distinct corporate clients
Professionally represent the company in all our the assigned tasks
Prepare a team-building report at the end of the task
Knowledge and Skills Required
Proven experience and record of facilitating teambuilding and knowledge sharing workshops
Excellent and proven facilitation skills and methodologies suitable for corporate team building
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Must be social, outgoing, reliable and have excellent public speaking skills
Must be creative.
Time Conscious, healthy and travel savvy
Must have diploma in Business Administration/Management or a Degree in Business or social sciences or any relevant qualification
How to Apply:
Suitable Candidates can send their CVs and latter to teambuilding112@gmail.com on
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Senior Plumber at Lutheran World Federation in Nairobi
Job Title: Senior Plumber
Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya Program is seeking to recruit a Kenyan national for the following position:
He/She will work under the supervision of Water Quality Technician.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To carry out plumbing works (e.g. repair of pipe bursts, pipe extensions, and replacement of leaking taps installation of tanks) as per the plans and standards set by LWF/DWS water sector to completion.
To provide specifications of materials needed for plumbing work to the head of water sector or his designate.
Prepare detailed BOQ’s of all plumbing related works.
In consultation with the plumbing crew, participate in the procurement of the material and tools needed for all plumbing works.
Responsible for the safe keeping of all plumbing tools and equipments.
Responsible for the safe keeping of all the test pipes, sockets and air lines.
Offer advice training and leadership to the plumbing team.
Make all the necessary requisitions for materials and tools needed for plumbing works.
Promptly report any loss or breakage of tools and equipment under his care to the supervisor.
Ensuring that a good relationship is maintained between the plumbing team and the beneficiary communities.
Provide weekly and monthly reports and promptly provide any other reports requested by the head of water sector or his designate.
Maintain a clear record of all tools and equipments under his care or in use by the plumbing team.
Participate in the plumbing works during installation of pumps and removal of pumps for repair.
Any other duty assigned to by the head of water sector or his designate that relates to plumbing.
Qualifications & Skills:
Minimum education form four
Computer literate. i.e. MS office
Craft part one certificate
Minimum 3 years experience in a busy plumbing
Valid driving licence class E,will be an added advantage
LWF/WS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
LWF/ WS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies.
Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
How to Apply:
Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/ former employment.
P.O. Box 48 Kakuma,
Or e-mailed to: hr-kak@lwfkenya.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Lutheran World Federation / Department for World Service Kenya Program is seeking to recruit a Kenyan national for the following position:
He/She will work under the supervision of Water Quality Technician.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To carry out plumbing works (e.g. repair of pipe bursts, pipe extensions, and replacement of leaking taps installation of tanks) as per the plans and standards set by LWF/DWS water sector to completion.
To provide specifications of materials needed for plumbing work to the head of water sector or his designate.
Prepare detailed BOQ’s of all plumbing related works.
In consultation with the plumbing crew, participate in the procurement of the material and tools needed for all plumbing works.
Responsible for the safe keeping of all plumbing tools and equipments.
Responsible for the safe keeping of all the test pipes, sockets and air lines.
Offer advice training and leadership to the plumbing team.
Make all the necessary requisitions for materials and tools needed for plumbing works.
Promptly report any loss or breakage of tools and equipment under his care to the supervisor.
Ensuring that a good relationship is maintained between the plumbing team and the beneficiary communities.
Provide weekly and monthly reports and promptly provide any other reports requested by the head of water sector or his designate.
Maintain a clear record of all tools and equipments under his care or in use by the plumbing team.
Participate in the plumbing works during installation of pumps and removal of pumps for repair.
Any other duty assigned to by the head of water sector or his designate that relates to plumbing.
Qualifications & Skills:
Minimum education form four
Computer literate. i.e. MS office
Craft part one certificate
Minimum 3 years experience in a busy plumbing
Valid driving licence class E,will be an added advantage
LWF/WS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
LWF/ WS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies.
Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
How to Apply:
Applications and detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/ former employment.
P.O. Box 48 Kakuma,
Or e-mailed to: hr-kak@lwfkenya.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Retention Customer Service Representative at Wananchi Group (K) Ltd in Nairobi
Job Title: Retention Customer Service Representative
Department: Customer Service Dept
Position Reporting to: Customer Service Director
Wananchi Group (K) Ltd
Job Purpose / Summary:
The main purpose of the position is to save and retain our current subscribers using suggestive sales techniques in order to achieve customer reconnection.
Representatives will be asked to use consultative sales skills to educate the customer on competitive pricing information and assist the customer in comparing and contrasting our products and services versus the competition.
A customer-centric mindset is necessary in order to ensure long-term customer satisfaction
Key Roles:
Handle outbound disconnect/downgrade calls from existing customers
Responsible for skillfully retaining customers through positive relationship building
Diffuse the irate customer situation by utilizing strong listening skills and probing techniques
Identify reason(s) for disconnect and overcome objections in an effort to retain the customer
Save and re-sell the value of our products and services by properly aligning their features, benefits and price with the needs of our customers
Effectively transition from the save to upgrading the customer to additional products and services
Provide exceptional customer care across all call types including escalations, technical support and billing
Track the primary reasons for requests to disconnect service in specific geographic areas by competition and forward the information to the appropriate departments for further investigation
Take ownership of customers' concerns and act as a primary contact, providing name and telephone extension to help build confidence
Report customer problems to escalation departments to ensure customer satisfaction
Maintain knowledge of all marketing campaigns, competitive campaigns/pricing, save offers, and make appropriate use of campaigns/save offers in retaining customers
Provide explanation and interpretation of billing system information
Adhere to productivity metrics to ensure all calls are handled in a timely and efficient manner
Qualifications
Experience over 1 year in a Retention/Churn team in a Telco company
Customer-centric mentality & passion for the customer
Must have ability to complete all work
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
Effective listening skills with high level of empathy
Effective verbal communication skills, including grammar and tone
Ability to probe and correctly identify customer needs/concerns.
Strong Problem solving ability
Exceptional sales skills in order to save and upgrade customers
Proven ability in objection handling techniques
Ability to deal with rejection
Manage confrontation and remain confident
Ability to provide complete customer service, overcome customer objections and retain customer's.
How to Apply:
Kindly send your application to recruit@ke.wananchi.com
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Department: Customer Service Dept
Position Reporting to: Customer Service Director
Wananchi Group (K) Ltd
Job Purpose / Summary:
The main purpose of the position is to save and retain our current subscribers using suggestive sales techniques in order to achieve customer reconnection.
Representatives will be asked to use consultative sales skills to educate the customer on competitive pricing information and assist the customer in comparing and contrasting our products and services versus the competition.
A customer-centric mindset is necessary in order to ensure long-term customer satisfaction
Key Roles:
Handle outbound disconnect/downgrade calls from existing customers
Responsible for skillfully retaining customers through positive relationship building
Diffuse the irate customer situation by utilizing strong listening skills and probing techniques
Identify reason(s) for disconnect and overcome objections in an effort to retain the customer
Save and re-sell the value of our products and services by properly aligning their features, benefits and price with the needs of our customers
Effectively transition from the save to upgrading the customer to additional products and services
Provide exceptional customer care across all call types including escalations, technical support and billing
Track the primary reasons for requests to disconnect service in specific geographic areas by competition and forward the information to the appropriate departments for further investigation
Take ownership of customers' concerns and act as a primary contact, providing name and telephone extension to help build confidence
Report customer problems to escalation departments to ensure customer satisfaction
Maintain knowledge of all marketing campaigns, competitive campaigns/pricing, save offers, and make appropriate use of campaigns/save offers in retaining customers
Provide explanation and interpretation of billing system information
Adhere to productivity metrics to ensure all calls are handled in a timely and efficient manner
Qualifications
Experience over 1 year in a Retention/Churn team in a Telco company
Customer-centric mentality & passion for the customer
Must have ability to complete all work
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
Effective listening skills with high level of empathy
Effective verbal communication skills, including grammar and tone
Ability to probe and correctly identify customer needs/concerns.
Strong Problem solving ability
Exceptional sales skills in order to save and upgrade customers
Proven ability in objection handling techniques
Ability to deal with rejection
Manage confrontation and remain confident
Ability to provide complete customer service, overcome customer objections and retain customer's.
How to Apply:
Kindly send your application to recruit@ke.wananchi.com
Deadline: 23/08/2013
Thursday, 8 August 2013
Chief of party at Chemonics in Nairobi
Job Title: Chief of party, Kenya
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Nutrition and Health project in Kenya. The project aims to improve the nutritional status of people living with HIV and of orphans and vulnerable children by promoting good nutrition and preventing malnutrition. It will focus on the introduction of effective nutritional products, building a robust supply chain, and improving health facility commitment and performance. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinate and ultimately be responsible for all contract management and implementation issues
Supervise project technical and administrative staff and collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision
Ensure achievement of project results and oversee project work planning, performance management, and risk forecasting and mitigation
Serve as the project's key liaison with USAID
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in public health, business administration, economics, education and training, or other relevant area preferred
Chief of party experience
Minimum seven years of experience in managing and implementing USAID or other donor-funded health projects, with specific experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment and/or HIV/AIDS nutrition intervention
Experience interacting with host-country local governments, USAID partners, and international donors
Experience with monitoring and evaluation and knowledge-sharing activities
Kenya or regional experience preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Excellent written and oral communication skills and English language fluency (minimum 3/4 required)
How to Apply:
Send electronic submis sions to KenyaNutritionCOPRecruit@chemonics.com by August 19, 2013 . Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Deadline: 21/08/2013
Chemonics seeks a chief of party for the anticipated USAID-funded Nutrition and Health project in Kenya. The project aims to improve the nutritional status of people living with HIV and of orphans and vulnerable children by promoting good nutrition and preventing malnutrition. It will focus on the introduction of effective nutritional products, building a robust supply chain, and improving health facility commitment and performance. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinate and ultimately be responsible for all contract management and implementation issues
Supervise project technical and administrative staff and collaboratively create and implement a strategic, long-term programmatic vision
Ensure achievement of project results and oversee project work planning, performance management, and risk forecasting and mitigation
Serve as the project's key liaison with USAID
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in public health, business administration, economics, education and training, or other relevant area preferred
Chief of party experience
Minimum seven years of experience in managing and implementing USAID or other donor-funded health projects, with specific experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment and/or HIV/AIDS nutrition intervention
Experience interacting with host-country local governments, USAID partners, and international donors
Experience with monitoring and evaluation and knowledge-sharing activities
Kenya or regional experience preferred
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Excellent written and oral communication skills and English language fluency (minimum 3/4 required)
How to Apply:
Send electronic submis sions to KenyaNutritionCOPRecruit@chemonics.com by August 19, 2013 . Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Deadline: 21/08/2013
Wednesday, 7 August 2013
Reviser at United Nations Office in Nairobi
Job Title: REVISER (Spanish), P4
Department/ Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Job Opening number: 13-LAN-UNON-29493-R-NAIROBI (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting;
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services. The post is located in the Translation and Editorial Section of the Division of Conference Services, UNON.
Responsibilities;
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Spanish Language Unit, the Spanish Reviser performs the following: translates texts, mostly without revision, and revises translations dealing with a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, particularly those subjects requiring experience and recognized proficiency, often within demanding time limits; develops new terminology for use where none exists in the target language; carries out linguistic research and prepares terminological bulletins and glossaries, technical vocabularies and related reference tools; counsels and assists translators (both in-house and external) and briefs them on the procedures and practices of the Unit, terminology and a broad range of subjects, as required; participates in the setting of terminology standards; supervises the work of translators (both in-house and external) and performs other related duties as required.
Competencies;
Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate good writing skills; ability to maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text with a good grasp of the subject matter; knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical; ability to use all sources of references, consultation and information relevant to text at hand; ability to work under pressure and maintain adequate speed and volume of output; ability to show a high level of versatility, judgement and discretion; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports final group decisions, and acts accordingly, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education;
Degree from a university or an institution of equivalent status. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations competitive examination for Spanish translators.
Work Experience;
At least five years of translation experience, of which some preferably should have been within the United Nations. Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations (political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical) with a recognized specialization in a particular substantive, technical or administrative area. Familiarity with electronic terminology databases and knowledge of computer software used in the United Nations.
Languages;
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised perfect command of Spanish, which must be the candidate's primary language, is required, as well as an excellent knowledge of English and at least one other official language of the United Nations, as tested by the appropriate United Nations Competitive examination.
Assessment Method;
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice;
Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. 1. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. 2. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the "Need Help?" link in Inspira.
United Nations Considerations;
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
How to Apply:
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=29493
Deadline: 21/08/2013.
Department/ Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Job Opening number: 13-LAN-UNON-29493-R-NAIROBI (R)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting;
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services. The post is located in the Translation and Editorial Section of the Division of Conference Services, UNON.
Responsibilities;
Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Spanish Language Unit, the Spanish Reviser performs the following: translates texts, mostly without revision, and revises translations dealing with a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, particularly those subjects requiring experience and recognized proficiency, often within demanding time limits; develops new terminology for use where none exists in the target language; carries out linguistic research and prepares terminological bulletins and glossaries, technical vocabularies and related reference tools; counsels and assists translators (both in-house and external) and briefs them on the procedures and practices of the Unit, terminology and a broad range of subjects, as required; participates in the setting of terminology standards; supervises the work of translators (both in-house and external) and performs other related duties as required.
Competencies;
Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate good writing skills; ability to maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text with a good grasp of the subject matter; knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations, i.e., political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical; ability to use all sources of references, consultation and information relevant to text at hand; ability to work under pressure and maintain adequate speed and volume of output; ability to show a high level of versatility, judgement and discretion; shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports final group decisions, and acts accordingly, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education;
Degree from a university or an institution of equivalent status. Candidates for this position must have passed the United Nations competitive examination for Spanish translators.
Work Experience;
At least five years of translation experience, of which some preferably should have been within the United Nations. Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations (political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical) with a recognized specialization in a particular substantive, technical or administrative area. Familiarity with electronic terminology databases and knowledge of computer software used in the United Nations.
Languages;
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised perfect command of Spanish, which must be the candidate's primary language, is required, as well as an excellent knowledge of English and at least one other official language of the United Nations, as tested by the appropriate United Nations Competitive examination.
Assessment Method;
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice;
Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. 1. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. 2. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the "Need Help?" link in Inspira.
United Nations Considerations;
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
How to Apply:
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=29493
Deadline: 21/08/2013.
Solution Architect Jobs at Ericsson in Kenya
Job Title: Solution Architect - M-Commerce
Employer: Ericsson
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline:30th Aug 2013
Job Details;
Company Description
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of communications technology and services. Our offering comprises services, software and infrastructure within Information and Communications Technology for telecom operators and other industries. We are enabling the Networked Society with efficient real-time solutions that allow us all to study, work and live our lives more freely, in sustainable societies around the world.
Job Description;
M-Commerce, including mobile payments and person-to-person money transfers, is identified as a high a growth area in the coming years within Ericsson, providing a substantial global market potential - for us and our customers.Ericsson is now looking to strengthen its team in Sub-Sahara Africa with a number of Solution Architects to drive and further grow its M-Commerce business.
This is a position for an experienced Solution Architect, preferably working already in the M-Commerce domain. As a Solution Architect, you will have frequent customer interaction and will be responsible for managing customer requirements and proposing, based on evaluation, competitive solution alternatives.
You are part of the Region’s Engagement Practices and work closely with Customer Unit teams from pre-sales through the implementation and conclusion stages. In the pre-sales stage you will take the lead as customer solution responsible for all sales support activities, including workshops, presentations and responding to RFP’s. Depending on the opportunity, you might continue in the delivery stage as lead delivery solution architect with responsibility for the end-to-end delivery execution. Part of your role will also be to support business development and portfolio management activities, identifying and specifying main business processes that our solutions support. Moreover, you are experienced in handling constant change of scope and execute your leadership with respect to Ericsson resources as well as third party suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyze customer requirements and propose technical and competitive solutions.
• Participate in presales activities such as workshops and RFP requests. Take lead as Customer Solution responsible, ‘owning’ the solution offered. Develop solution description including solution proposal, design and 3rd party vendor selection.
• Participate and drive evaluation of 3PP’s suppliers/products and solutions.
• Analyze how security requirements from various aspects should be interpreted and suggest best possible adherence.
• Participate in project execution as Lead Delivery Solution Architect. Manage the customer solution throughout execution phase including active communication with customer and internal stakeholders.
• Identify add-on sales opportunities to continuously improve margins.
• Drive changes in the methods, processes and guidelines within the customer organization as well as internally. Act as a manager/leader/mentor in day to day situations to provide insights for less experienced colleagues in the region.
• Drive add on sales and business opportunities in order to increase sales, margins and to develop services portfolio.
• Follow up on delivered solutions on an agreed regular basis with customers to keep yourself informed about the life cycle evolvement.• Recognized as a leader in knowledge sharing communities.
• Expected to travel internationally and locally when required.
Requirements;
• University degree in Engineering, ICT or equivalent
• 10+years of relevant professional experience of which at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Strong personal track record from Senior, or equivalent, Solution/Enterprise Architect position, preferably with experience from transactional services, brokering services, charging solutions and hosting models
• Strong track record in engaging with customers and participation in external forums and events.
• Deep experiences of driving analysis of how requirements can be implemented from a technical perspective based on strong business understanding.
• Significant experience from implementation of M-Commerce and SI projects.
• Strong M-Commerce market knowledge and extensive experience to translate value propositions that should be communicated to the market and secure winning propositions.
• Strong understanding of how project management and engagement models work.
• Excellent language skills in English. Skills in other main languages like French is a plus.
How to Apply:
Please add your CV and personal letter as a word or PDF in your application
Apply at our website.http://www.ericsson.com/
Employer: Ericsson
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline:30th Aug 2013
Job Details;
Company Description
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of communications technology and services. Our offering comprises services, software and infrastructure within Information and Communications Technology for telecom operators and other industries. We are enabling the Networked Society with efficient real-time solutions that allow us all to study, work and live our lives more freely, in sustainable societies around the world.
Job Description;
M-Commerce, including mobile payments and person-to-person money transfers, is identified as a high a growth area in the coming years within Ericsson, providing a substantial global market potential - for us and our customers.Ericsson is now looking to strengthen its team in Sub-Sahara Africa with a number of Solution Architects to drive and further grow its M-Commerce business.
This is a position for an experienced Solution Architect, preferably working already in the M-Commerce domain. As a Solution Architect, you will have frequent customer interaction and will be responsible for managing customer requirements and proposing, based on evaluation, competitive solution alternatives.
You are part of the Region’s Engagement Practices and work closely with Customer Unit teams from pre-sales through the implementation and conclusion stages. In the pre-sales stage you will take the lead as customer solution responsible for all sales support activities, including workshops, presentations and responding to RFP’s. Depending on the opportunity, you might continue in the delivery stage as lead delivery solution architect with responsibility for the end-to-end delivery execution. Part of your role will also be to support business development and portfolio management activities, identifying and specifying main business processes that our solutions support. Moreover, you are experienced in handling constant change of scope and execute your leadership with respect to Ericsson resources as well as third party suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyze customer requirements and propose technical and competitive solutions.
• Participate in presales activities such as workshops and RFP requests. Take lead as Customer Solution responsible, ‘owning’ the solution offered. Develop solution description including solution proposal, design and 3rd party vendor selection.
• Participate and drive evaluation of 3PP’s suppliers/products and solutions.
• Analyze how security requirements from various aspects should be interpreted and suggest best possible adherence.
• Participate in project execution as Lead Delivery Solution Architect. Manage the customer solution throughout execution phase including active communication with customer and internal stakeholders.
• Identify add-on sales opportunities to continuously improve margins.
• Drive changes in the methods, processes and guidelines within the customer organization as well as internally. Act as a manager/leader/mentor in day to day situations to provide insights for less experienced colleagues in the region.
• Drive add on sales and business opportunities in order to increase sales, margins and to develop services portfolio.
• Follow up on delivered solutions on an agreed regular basis with customers to keep yourself informed about the life cycle evolvement.• Recognized as a leader in knowledge sharing communities.
• Expected to travel internationally and locally when required.
Requirements;
• University degree in Engineering, ICT or equivalent
• 10+years of relevant professional experience of which at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Strong personal track record from Senior, or equivalent, Solution/Enterprise Architect position, preferably with experience from transactional services, brokering services, charging solutions and hosting models
• Strong track record in engaging with customers and participation in external forums and events.
• Deep experiences of driving analysis of how requirements can be implemented from a technical perspective based on strong business understanding.
• Significant experience from implementation of M-Commerce and SI projects.
• Strong M-Commerce market knowledge and extensive experience to translate value propositions that should be communicated to the market and secure winning propositions.
• Strong understanding of how project management and engagement models work.
• Excellent language skills in English. Skills in other main languages like French is a plus.
How to Apply:
Please add your CV and personal letter as a word or PDF in your application
Apply at our website.http://www.ericsson.com/
Tuesday, 6 August 2013
Nutrition Officer at International Rescue Committee in Nairobi
Job Title: Nutrition Officer, Infant and Young Child Nutrition, Kenya
Under the supervision of the Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Officer, IYCN (Infant and Young Child Nutrition) shall support in the implementation of the overall IYCN strategies aimed at promoting appropriate infant and young child feeding practices, improving maternal and child health and nutrition, hygiene and sanitation among other health interventions, coordination of IYCN aspects of the Nutrition Programme of IRC in Turkana West district.
The post holder will work in close collaboration with the other nutrition staff, Partners (DOL, AIC & MOH) and health workers in implementing the Nutrition Programme.
Key Responsibilities;
Programme:
Support the Nutrition Manager in program planning management and implementation of the IYCN component in Nutrition Programmeming.
Ensure all health facilities have the written policies on infant and young child feeding as per the GoK requirement.
Working with partner staff in ensuring the health facilities are baby friendly and offer baby friendly services.
Facilitate community discussions and meetings on infant and young child feeding practices.
Assist the Nutrition Manager in implementing activities that enhance cohesion and sustainability of community support groups
Carry out community mobilization for key calendar events with specific focus on IYCN.
Work together with the IYCN focal points in supporting the mothers to carry out active case finding and referrals of malnourished children at community level to the Nutrition Programmes
Carry out weekly and monthly support supervision to the mother to mother support groups.
Work together with the district nutrition office in linking the mother to mother support groups to the health facilities.
Assist the Nutrition Manager in development of an IYCN behavioral change communication approach that will ensure appropriate infant and young child feeding practices are adopted.
Together with the other Nutrition Officers and the partner staffs, work with the other departments in integration of activities to offer a whole package of services that contribute to proper IYCN
Support the health facility staff in nutrition counseling and health education on IYCN best practices.
Assist the partner health facility staff on counseling of women coming in for delivery to ensure proper initiation and maintenance of breastfeeding.
Work together with the focal points to ensure AFASS criteria is followed at community and health facility level.
Capacity Building & Human Resource Management:
Assist the Nutrition Manager in carrying out capacity assessment and gap analysis and come up with a capacity building plan that include; OJT and training of MOH health facility and partner staff in all aspects of IYCN and community engagement.
Facilitate the planning of the infant and young child feeding practices trainings, OJT and refresher trainings to the health facility staffs.
Assists the Nutrition Manager in strengthening the capacity of local partners in programmatic and technical IYCN related aspects, through identification, capacity assessments, trainings and continuous engagements.
Support and strengthen the capacity of the IYCN focal points at field level.
Support the IYCN focal points in formation, training and sustaining mother to mother support groups.
Reporting:
Actively participate in the health and nutrition surveys and assessments done in the area of operation and ensure the dissemination of the same information.
Writing of weekly and monthly program reports and ensuring regular flow of information and reports to the district level
Participate in documentation of the infant and young child feeding practices best practices to be shared at community level.
Coordination:
Maintain excellent relationships internally within IRC and with all IRC's partners, the MOH, other stakeholders and local authorities.
Participate in emergency nutrition forums in either Turkana District or any other location as requested, ensuring that all aspects of IRC work in nutrition are shared with all stakeholders
Coordinate monthly meetings with health workers to review cases, discuss accomplishments, identify problems and make recommendations to be acted upon.
Logistics and Finance:
Assist the Nutrition Manager in preparation of the spending plans especially on IYCN related costs.
Facilitate the payments of the IYCN focal points and other related activities.
Ensure the procurement and disbursement of IYCN supplies to the field sites
Preparation of movement and logistical plan for the teams and the focal points to the field sites
Participate in the joint planning with other departments to ensure integration at all levels.
Assist the Nutrition Manager in preparation of the monthly cash forecast to be submitted to the Finance Officer.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
At least 3 years experience working in complex, multifaceted, health and Nutrition Programme.
Training on IYCF
Knowledge of national and international minimum standards in health program service delivery, including MOH, SPHERE, WHO
Proven capacity in health systems strengthening.
Proven experience in working with communities with diverse cultural practices and low literacy levels.
Experience in formation of mother to mother support groups an added advantage.
Computer literacy with possible advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and relevant health software skills
Required Experience & Competencies:
Addition nutrition training in IMAM is an added advantage.
At least 2 years experience in working with MOH
At least 2 years experience in working with NGOs
At 2 years experience in working in Arid and Semi Arid Lands of Kenya
Strong background in humanitarian projects
Kenyan Nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO sector.
How to Apply:
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=9548
Deadline: 16/08/2013
Under the supervision of the Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Officer, IYCN (Infant and Young Child Nutrition) shall support in the implementation of the overall IYCN strategies aimed at promoting appropriate infant and young child feeding practices, improving maternal and child health and nutrition, hygiene and sanitation among other health interventions, coordination of IYCN aspects of the Nutrition Programme of IRC in Turkana West district.
The post holder will work in close collaboration with the other nutrition staff, Partners (DOL, AIC & MOH) and health workers in implementing the Nutrition Programme.
Key Responsibilities;
Programme:
Support the Nutrition Manager in program planning management and implementation of the IYCN component in Nutrition Programmeming.
Ensure all health facilities have the written policies on infant and young child feeding as per the GoK requirement.
Working with partner staff in ensuring the health facilities are baby friendly and offer baby friendly services.
Facilitate community discussions and meetings on infant and young child feeding practices.
Assist the Nutrition Manager in implementing activities that enhance cohesion and sustainability of community support groups
Carry out community mobilization for key calendar events with specific focus on IYCN.
Work together with the IYCN focal points in supporting the mothers to carry out active case finding and referrals of malnourished children at community level to the Nutrition Programmes
Carry out weekly and monthly support supervision to the mother to mother support groups.
Work together with the district nutrition office in linking the mother to mother support groups to the health facilities.
Assist the Nutrition Manager in development of an IYCN behavioral change communication approach that will ensure appropriate infant and young child feeding practices are adopted.
Together with the other Nutrition Officers and the partner staffs, work with the other departments in integration of activities to offer a whole package of services that contribute to proper IYCN
Support the health facility staff in nutrition counseling and health education on IYCN best practices.
Assist the partner health facility staff on counseling of women coming in for delivery to ensure proper initiation and maintenance of breastfeeding.
Work together with the focal points to ensure AFASS criteria is followed at community and health facility level.
Capacity Building & Human Resource Management:
Assist the Nutrition Manager in carrying out capacity assessment and gap analysis and come up with a capacity building plan that include; OJT and training of MOH health facility and partner staff in all aspects of IYCN and community engagement.
Facilitate the planning of the infant and young child feeding practices trainings, OJT and refresher trainings to the health facility staffs.
Assists the Nutrition Manager in strengthening the capacity of local partners in programmatic and technical IYCN related aspects, through identification, capacity assessments, trainings and continuous engagements.
Support and strengthen the capacity of the IYCN focal points at field level.
Support the IYCN focal points in formation, training and sustaining mother to mother support groups.
Reporting:
Actively participate in the health and nutrition surveys and assessments done in the area of operation and ensure the dissemination of the same information.
Writing of weekly and monthly program reports and ensuring regular flow of information and reports to the district level
Participate in documentation of the infant and young child feeding practices best practices to be shared at community level.
Coordination:
Maintain excellent relationships internally within IRC and with all IRC's partners, the MOH, other stakeholders and local authorities.
Participate in emergency nutrition forums in either Turkana District or any other location as requested, ensuring that all aspects of IRC work in nutrition are shared with all stakeholders
Coordinate monthly meetings with health workers to review cases, discuss accomplishments, identify problems and make recommendations to be acted upon.
Logistics and Finance:
Assist the Nutrition Manager in preparation of the spending plans especially on IYCN related costs.
Facilitate the payments of the IYCN focal points and other related activities.
Ensure the procurement and disbursement of IYCN supplies to the field sites
Preparation of movement and logistical plan for the teams and the focal points to the field sites
Participate in the joint planning with other departments to ensure integration at all levels.
Assist the Nutrition Manager in preparation of the monthly cash forecast to be submitted to the Finance Officer.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
At least 3 years experience working in complex, multifaceted, health and Nutrition Programme.
Training on IYCF
Knowledge of national and international minimum standards in health program service delivery, including MOH, SPHERE, WHO
Proven capacity in health systems strengthening.
Proven experience in working with communities with diverse cultural practices and low literacy levels.
Experience in formation of mother to mother support groups an added advantage.
Computer literacy with possible advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and relevant health software skills
Required Experience & Competencies:
Addition nutrition training in IMAM is an added advantage.
At least 2 years experience in working with MOH
At least 2 years experience in working with NGOs
At 2 years experience in working in Arid and Semi Arid Lands of Kenya
Strong background in humanitarian projects
Kenyan Nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO sector.
How to Apply:
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=9548
Deadline: 16/08/2013
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