Job Title: Sales Account Manager
Employer: Brand Track Ltd
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 27th August 2013
Brand Track Ltd is currently seeking to fill in the position of a sales account manager
Role Summary
Business development and growth
Duties and Responsibilities
• Acquisition and retention of clients
• Understanding the needs of clients and presenting samples
• Presenting client's needs to the production manager for production
• Ensure high quality and timely deliveries are made to clients
• Prepare and present quotations to clients
• Prepare and present job cards to the production manager detailing about the job
• Any other duty as may be delegated by the management
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, marketing option
• 3 years in sales/marketing
• Experience in the garment industry will be an added advantage
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should send their applications to brandtrack2007@gmail.com
Tuesday, 20 August 2013
Head of Factory Careers at Chemelil Sugar Company Limited in Kenya
Job Title: Head of Factory
Employer: Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
Duty Station: Kisumu
Application Deadline: 29th August 2013
Reporting to: Managing Director
Key Responsibilities
• Co-ordinate all factory operations and activities to achieve set production targets and other key performance indicators, such as efficiency, high sugar quality, minimal cost
• Liaise with other Heads of Departments on production targets.
• Advise the Management on changes of plant operations, technology changes, factory layout and additional equipment, which may be necessary for optimisation of sugar production.
• Avail capacity for maximum sugar production.
• Prepare detailed operational, maintenance and capital budgets.
• Control expenditure in the factory within agreed budgeted limits.
• Oversee maintenance, modifications, upgrades, rehabilitation and improvement of all plants and equipment in the factory as necessary.
• Present factory reports to Management meetings.
• Monitor compliance to Environmental, Health and Safety regulations.
• Make recommendations on evolving human resource requirements.
• Sort out emerging work people-related work issues.
• Plan, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff against set targets and objectives.
• Implement corruption-prevention measures in Factory Department.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master of Science degree in Engineering, Chemistry or Food Technology.
• Post-graduate Certification in relevant professional field.
• Membership to a relevant professional body e.g. IEK,
• Minimum ten (10) years experience in a large manufacturing firm, five (5) of which must have been at a senior management level.
How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria, please send an application letter with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your age, current position, current salary and benefits, expected salary, day time telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the Managing Director on the address to
Managing Director
Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 1649
Kisumu
E-mail: md@chemsugar.co.ke
Employer: Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
Duty Station: Kisumu
Application Deadline: 29th August 2013
Reporting to: Managing Director
Key Responsibilities
• Co-ordinate all factory operations and activities to achieve set production targets and other key performance indicators, such as efficiency, high sugar quality, minimal cost
• Liaise with other Heads of Departments on production targets.
• Advise the Management on changes of plant operations, technology changes, factory layout and additional equipment, which may be necessary for optimisation of sugar production.
• Avail capacity for maximum sugar production.
• Prepare detailed operational, maintenance and capital budgets.
• Control expenditure in the factory within agreed budgeted limits.
• Oversee maintenance, modifications, upgrades, rehabilitation and improvement of all plants and equipment in the factory as necessary.
• Present factory reports to Management meetings.
• Monitor compliance to Environmental, Health and Safety regulations.
• Make recommendations on evolving human resource requirements.
• Sort out emerging work people-related work issues.
• Plan, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff against set targets and objectives.
• Implement corruption-prevention measures in Factory Department.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master of Science degree in Engineering, Chemistry or Food Technology.
• Post-graduate Certification in relevant professional field.
• Membership to a relevant professional body e.g. IEK,
• Minimum ten (10) years experience in a large manufacturing firm, five (5) of which must have been at a senior management level.
How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria, please send an application letter with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your age, current position, current salary and benefits, expected salary, day time telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the Managing Director on the address to
Managing Director
Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 1649
Kisumu
E-mail: md@chemsugar.co.ke
Director General Jobs at Kenya School of Government
Job Title: Director General
Employer: Kenya School of Government
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th Aug 2013
Responsibilities:
• Providing strategic policy direction for improved service delivery in training and human resource development in Civil Service and Counties;
• Developing and implementing an effective performance management system;
• Developing and implementing Strategic Plans and Performance Contracts;
• Providing leadership in learning, consultancy and research services designed to inform public policy, promotion of national development and high standards of competence in the Public service;
• Implementing the decisions of the Council;
• Ensuring efficient and effective use of financial and human resources, management of information systems and regular financial reporting as required;
• Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government Agencies, County Governments, International Organizations, Private Sector and other Stakeholders;
• Providing leadership in mainstreaming Information Communication Technology in the operations of the School;
• Promoting values and principles spelt out ¡n Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya in the operations of the School; and
• Ensuring the achievement of the goals and objectives of Kenya Vision 2030, Devolution and other Government and Inter-Governmental programs and projects that rely on training, consultancy and research.
Skills and Attributes:
• Minimum of a Masters degree or higher academic qualifications in Education, Business or related Social Science fields from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Continuing Membership of a Professional Association/body will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant professional experience ¡n a senior management and leadership position in the public service or private sector;
• Demonstrate experience in executive management, leadership in training with knowledge of trends in public service skills training and competencies;
• Knowledge of the organization and functions of Government;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030;
• Demonstrate leadership and management capacity including knowledge of financial management and strategic people management;
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity; and
• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Core interpersonal abilities and competencies:
The following core competencies and skills will be required for the position of Director General, Kenya School of Government:
1. Being a visionary, transformative and results-oriented strategic thinker;
2. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
3. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
4. Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines; and
5. Be Self-driven, a team-player and mentor/coach.
Terms of Service:
1. The Director General will serve on contract for a period of five years, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance; and
2. Salary and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Council in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
How to apply
If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match this exciting role, please submit your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting reference number DGIO8.02.
Copies of the following documents should be attached to the application:
Relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
Valid clearance certificates from the following bodies:
Kenya Revenue Authority;
Higher Education Loans Board;
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and
Certificate of good conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department.
To : Kenya School of Government
The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
P.O. Box 40092 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke
Employer: Kenya School of Government
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th Aug 2013
Responsibilities:
• Providing strategic policy direction for improved service delivery in training and human resource development in Civil Service and Counties;
• Developing and implementing an effective performance management system;
• Developing and implementing Strategic Plans and Performance Contracts;
• Providing leadership in learning, consultancy and research services designed to inform public policy, promotion of national development and high standards of competence in the Public service;
• Implementing the decisions of the Council;
• Ensuring efficient and effective use of financial and human resources, management of information systems and regular financial reporting as required;
• Maintaining effective collaboration and partnerships with organs of Government and Government Agencies, County Governments, International Organizations, Private Sector and other Stakeholders;
• Providing leadership in mainstreaming Information Communication Technology in the operations of the School;
• Promoting values and principles spelt out ¡n Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya in the operations of the School; and
• Ensuring the achievement of the goals and objectives of Kenya Vision 2030, Devolution and other Government and Inter-Governmental programs and projects that rely on training, consultancy and research.
Skills and Attributes:
• Minimum of a Masters degree or higher academic qualifications in Education, Business or related Social Science fields from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Continuing Membership of a Professional Association/body will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant professional experience ¡n a senior management and leadership position in the public service or private sector;
• Demonstrate experience in executive management, leadership in training with knowledge of trends in public service skills training and competencies;
• Knowledge of the organization and functions of Government;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of national goals, policies and development objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030;
• Demonstrate leadership and management capacity including knowledge of financial management and strategic people management;
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity; and
• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Core interpersonal abilities and competencies:
The following core competencies and skills will be required for the position of Director General, Kenya School of Government:
1. Being a visionary, transformative and results-oriented strategic thinker;
2. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
3. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
4. Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines; and
5. Be Self-driven, a team-player and mentor/coach.
Terms of Service:
1. The Director General will serve on contract for a period of five years, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance; and
2. Salary and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the Council in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
How to apply
If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match this exciting role, please submit your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting reference number DGIO8.02.
Copies of the following documents should be attached to the application:
Relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
Valid clearance certificates from the following bodies:
Kenya Revenue Authority;
Higher Education Loans Board;
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and
Certificate of good conduct from the Criminal Investigation Department.
To : Kenya School of Government
The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
P.O. Box 40092 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke
Electrical Engineering Manager Jobs at Chemelil Sugar Company Limited in Kenya
Job Title: Engineering Manager – Electrical
Employer: Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
Duty Station: Kisumu
Application Deadline: 29th August 2013
Reporting to: Head of Factory
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee proper running and operation of all electrical equipment in the factory
• Monitor preventive maintenance of all electrical equipment and instrumentation at minimal costs.
• Co-ordinate the implementation of maintenance schedules of all electrical / instruments equipments to minimise downtime.
• Monitor power parameters to ensure they are within acceptable limits.
• Propose the annual operating and maintenance as well as capital budget for approval.
• Timely acquisition of spares for all electrical/ instruments equipments.
• Monitor compliance to safe working conditions to personnel and equipment.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports.
• Sort out some people-related work issues.
• Plan, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff against set targets and objectives.
• Monitor and control utilisation of electrical power in all company installations.
• Identify factory electrical equipment improvement/upgrade and automation requirements and make recommendations to Management.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional practice licence with the ERC.
• Membership to a relevant professional body – e.g. Institute of Engineers of Kenya
• Minimum eight (8) years relevant experience from a large manufacturing concern, two of which should preferably be in the sugar industry
How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria, please send an application letter with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your age, current position, current salary and benefits, expected salary, day time telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the Managing Director on the address to
Managing Director
Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 1649
Kisumu
E-mail: md@chemsugar.co.ke
Employer: Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
Duty Station: Kisumu
Application Deadline: 29th August 2013
Reporting to: Head of Factory
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee proper running and operation of all electrical equipment in the factory
• Monitor preventive maintenance of all electrical equipment and instrumentation at minimal costs.
• Co-ordinate the implementation of maintenance schedules of all electrical / instruments equipments to minimise downtime.
• Monitor power parameters to ensure they are within acceptable limits.
• Propose the annual operating and maintenance as well as capital budget for approval.
• Timely acquisition of spares for all electrical/ instruments equipments.
• Monitor compliance to safe working conditions to personnel and equipment.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports.
• Sort out some people-related work issues.
• Plan, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff against set targets and objectives.
• Monitor and control utilisation of electrical power in all company installations.
• Identify factory electrical equipment improvement/upgrade and automation requirements and make recommendations to Management.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional practice licence with the ERC.
• Membership to a relevant professional body – e.g. Institute of Engineers of Kenya
• Minimum eight (8) years relevant experience from a large manufacturing concern, two of which should preferably be in the sugar industry
How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria, please send an application letter with a detailed curriculum vitae stating your age, current position, current salary and benefits, expected salary, day time telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the Managing Director on the address to
Managing Director
Chemelil Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 1649
Kisumu
E-mail: md@chemsugar.co.ke
Payments Platform Project Manager Jobs at FSD Kenya
Job Title: Payments Platform Project Manager
Employer: FSD Kenya
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 3rd September 2013
Job Description
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) through its Integrated Payment Systems (IPS) project is seeking to drive integration across the retail payment system in Kenya.
This has the potential to dramatically improve efficiency increasing the affordability and accessibility of financial services.
FSD Kenya has recently established an initiative to support the wider development of Kenya’s payments platform as part of its digital financial inclusion strategy.
Supporting KBA’s IPS project will be at the heart of this initiative.
A dynamic financial services professional is required to drive this ground-breaking work forward.
You will be responsible for managing the implementation of KBA’S IPS project implementation on a day-to-day basis, developing a plan for the implementation of the IPS project in close coordination with the KBA management team and providing technical advice.
Collaboration and communication will be key, working with multiple stakeholders across industry, regulators, policymakers and the wider public to lay the foundations for a next generation payments system in Kenya.
You will need to be someone who thrives on bringing about change, embraces responsibility and applies rigour to everything you do.
At a minimum you will have:
• Experience of successful project management with 3 years’ experience
• 5 years’ experience working at a management level in a relevant industry
• A bachelor degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline
• Relevant work experience in the financial services industry
Detailed terms of reference for these positions can be downloaded from our website (under the Opportunities section).
How to Apply:
If you think you are the right person for this exceptional opportunity, then send your CV and covering letter by email to recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke.
Please put “Payments Platform Project Manager” in the subject line.
FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered ¡n Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee.
Employer: FSD Kenya
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 3rd September 2013
Job Description
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) through its Integrated Payment Systems (IPS) project is seeking to drive integration across the retail payment system in Kenya.
This has the potential to dramatically improve efficiency increasing the affordability and accessibility of financial services.
FSD Kenya has recently established an initiative to support the wider development of Kenya’s payments platform as part of its digital financial inclusion strategy.
Supporting KBA’s IPS project will be at the heart of this initiative.
A dynamic financial services professional is required to drive this ground-breaking work forward.
You will be responsible for managing the implementation of KBA’S IPS project implementation on a day-to-day basis, developing a plan for the implementation of the IPS project in close coordination with the KBA management team and providing technical advice.
Collaboration and communication will be key, working with multiple stakeholders across industry, regulators, policymakers and the wider public to lay the foundations for a next generation payments system in Kenya.
You will need to be someone who thrives on bringing about change, embraces responsibility and applies rigour to everything you do.
At a minimum you will have:
• Experience of successful project management with 3 years’ experience
• 5 years’ experience working at a management level in a relevant industry
• A bachelor degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline
• Relevant work experience in the financial services industry
Detailed terms of reference for these positions can be downloaded from our website (under the Opportunities section).
How to Apply:
If you think you are the right person for this exceptional opportunity, then send your CV and covering letter by email to recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke.
Please put “Payments Platform Project Manager” in the subject line.
FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered ¡n Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee.
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
Clerk of Works Jobs in Kenya at The Sotik Tea Companies
Job Title: Clerk of Works
Employer: The Sotik Tea Companies
Duty Station:Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013.
Qualification & Experience
• A minimum of a diploma in building construction or a similar discipline.
• Preferably not less than 5 years relevant experience in supervisory position.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, practices, plant, tools and equipment used in the construction industry.
• Proven good administrative experience and skills.
• Aged between 30 to 40 years old.
Responsibilities:
• Design, plan, prepare bill of quantities, schedule and supervise new works/renovations and maintenance of existing structures to the required standards.
• Prepare annual budgets.
• Prepare monthly reports.
How To Apply:
Applications, including detailed C.V., to be submitted to the
Senior Engineering Manager,
Sotik Tea Companies,
P.O. Box Private Bag 20406,
Sotik
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Employer: The Sotik Tea Companies
Duty Station:Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013.
Qualification & Experience
• A minimum of a diploma in building construction or a similar discipline.
• Preferably not less than 5 years relevant experience in supervisory position.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, practices, plant, tools and equipment used in the construction industry.
• Proven good administrative experience and skills.
• Aged between 30 to 40 years old.
Responsibilities:
• Design, plan, prepare bill of quantities, schedule and supervise new works/renovations and maintenance of existing structures to the required standards.
• Prepare annual budgets.
• Prepare monthly reports.
How To Apply:
Applications, including detailed C.V., to be submitted to the
Senior Engineering Manager,
Sotik Tea Companies,
P.O. Box Private Bag 20406,
Sotik
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
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