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Creative Associates International, Inc., a Washington, D.C. based international development firm, is recruiting for the position of Senior Associate to represent the organization in its East Africa Regional Office located in Nairobi, Kenya and manage an education program in Sudan.
Responsibilities
Monitor the organization’s present and potential activities throughout the East and South Africa region;
Represent the organization to existing and potential donors and funders;
Liaise with international donors, specifically with USAID, and develop new opportunities in the region;
Supervise all staff in the EARO;
Serve as Project Director for HEAR Sudan Project and other projects in the region when necessary
Monitor and approve financial expenditures in EARO;
Serve as corporate liaison for education related programs in Sudan and throughout the region.
Qualifications
Working knowledge of Creative and its operations;
Prior experience with international funding institutions and agencies;
Strong experience in managing USAID funded projects
At least 15 years national and international experience managing and implementing international aid programs;
Master’s Degree in education, international development, and/or related field. PhD Preferred
Excellent oral and written communications skills in English;
Fluency in a second language preferred.
If interested and qualified, please submit cover letter, salary history and resume to: AnneM @ ke.caii.com
World Vision is an international Christian, relief and development organization working to promote the well being of all people - especially children.
World Vision offers material, emotional, social and spiritual support to millions of people in over 99 countries.
Program Management Unit Directors
(3 Positions) Locations: Nairobi - Kenya, Dakar - Senegal & Johannesburg - South Africa
Purpose of the position
Reporting to the Senior Director Operations this position will support regional and national strategies by prioritising projects and initiatives and allocating resources accordingly, maximize quality and efficiency in project management to improve outcome delivery, management of Global and Regional projects and development of Project Management Capacity across all levels of the organisation in the region and provide crises management and problem solving services based on the discretion of the Regional Vice President.
Scope of the position
Understand and assess strategic priorities for the region and define PMU outcomes, strategic objectives and annual plan to ensure alignment and support overall regional strategy.
Coordination of resource management which includes the allocation of resources (specialists) to the projects and the coordination and management of other resources (work environment) to maximise project efficiency and delivery.
Oversee the management of multi-country projects funded by external donors
Oversee the management of global projects (Partnership Initiatives) that are prioritized for implementation at the regional level.
Oversee the provision of the required knowledge, skills and techniques in project management at different levels in the organization to maximize project's outcomes delivery and overall organizational performance.
Special projects on crises management / problem solving
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
Commitment to and understanding of integrated ministry among the world's poorest of the poor and well-being of children. Commitment to WVI's Mission and Core Values
Required Bachelors/University degree in the area of Business Administration, or related field.
Required 6-8 years of Project Management experience overseeing large, complex projects, with experience in both executing and training.
Project Management Institute (PMI) / Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (or in progress) preferred
Experience relief and development work.
Must have a service orientation with ability to lead teams, organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks while transferring knowledge and expertise.
Required ability to work under pressure and on multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Required strong, clear, concise, and tactful communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of staff and management
Ability to negotiate consensus among diverse groups and influence and impact the activities of others not in own reporting structure
Required ability to effectively present complex technical concepts to diverse groups of people and users in various settings and by various means (verbal and written).
Must have strong analytical and problem solving skills and be able to work effectively with a diverse team of information technology professionals.
Required project management planning tools experience (e.g. Microsoft Project).
Quality Assurance Directors
(3 Positions) Locations: Nairobi - Kenya, Dakar - Senegal & Johannesburg - South Africa
Purpose of the position
To provide input and to support achievement of regional and national strategies by assessing organisational effectiveness, measuring quality and performance in National Offices, Learning Centres and Regional Office defining strategies and plans to improve outcomes delivery
Ensure that regional programme quality initiatives, sponsorship operations, the Regional Learning Centres (LC), programmes and projects implemented by the national offices and the regional PMU meet adequate technical and management standards in planning and execution.
Provide the regional SDO and Regional Leadership with the appropriate monitoring data on ministry quality issues for management decision making and take appropriate management action.
Scope of the position
The scope of Quality Assurance includes the following:
Maximizing World Vision's contribution to the Child Well Being Outcomes,
Operate in alignment with the Global Canter/Regional Office /National Office strategies
Monitor the quality and performance of the LCs, NOs and the consecution of project management standards and
Rolling out of approved partnership standards in integrated programming, DME, sponsorship operations, financial management and people management.
The scope of responsibility for this position includes:
The regional office, the Learning Centres and the national offices in the region.
This person reports directly to the Regional Senior Director of Operations, is part of the Regional Leadership Team and works with the Senior Management Teams in the National offices, the Project Management Unit Director and the Regional Office Strategy Management.
This person manages Programme Effectiveness Specialists, Sponsorship Operations Advisors, Organizational Effectiveness Coordination and technical staff at the regional level.
This person has a matrix reporting relationship for technical guidance and supervision with the TD/ITT and Children in Ministry VP at the Global Centre - IMS (Integrated Ministry Support )
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
Commitment to and understanding of integrated ministry among the world's poorest of the poor and well-being of children
Commitment to WVI's Mission and Core Values
Master's degree in management or a social science field preferred
At least 5 years experience relief and development work, and at least two years in senior leadership position at the national or regional levels including support offices.
Demonstrated project management experience
Demonstrated competencies in monitoring and evaluation including the accompanying MIS.
Skills in data analysis using computer programs.
Experience in design and facilitation of training programmes.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Knowledge of various technical sectors of development such as food security, primary health care, micro enterprises development, etc.
Commitment to life-long learning.
Self motivated to achieve quality results and service
Motivated to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
As a child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children.
All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
Applications to be sent to earo_recruit @ wvi.org by December 3, 2009
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information on World Vision International, please visit the website: www.wvi.org
Our client is a fast growing, highly professional medium sized Construction and Engineering Company that is keen to deliver high quality products.
They seek to recruit a born-again, qualified and experienced professional for the position of Head of Finance.
This individual shall be charged with delivering the following:
Budget formulation and monitoring
Cost control
Liaising with Financial/Business partners
Tax planning
Cash flow management
Prudent financial risk management
Responsible for submission of accurate financial reports
Continuous improvement of effective financial systems of control
Investment planning and monitoring
Credit management
Performing Procurement Risk Assessment and selecting appropriate contractual conditions to mitigate risk
Strategic planning aimed at continued strengthening of the financial base of the company
Experience Required:
Minimum 7 year post graduate experience in Finance/Accounting environment
At least 2 years in management/team leader position providing strategic direction
Proven track record of leading a company to attain financial excellence
Experience in the construction/real-estate/telecommunication industries would be an added advantage
Qualifications
BCOM (Finance Option) or equivalent
CPA K, ACCA OR CFA
A relevant MBA will be an added advantage
Experience in Sage or QuickBooks environment
Remuneration
75-100,000/= Gross monthly
Our client is committed to promoting the development of their staff while ensuring equal opportunities for all.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs, and application letters to jobs @ truenorthcareermap.com, on or before Friday, November 27th, 2009.
The Great Lakes Parliamentary Forum on Peace – AMANI Forum is a regional organization of Parliamentarians focusing on peace building and conflict mitigation in the Great Lakes Region of Africa.
It has national chapters in (Burundi, DRC, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia and EALA- East Africa Legislative Assembly)
General Description of the Role
The Chapter Coordinator will be based in Nairobi and he/she will be in charge of leading the development and implementation of AMANI Kenya Chapter’s peacebuilding and conflict resolution activities.
The post-holder will also monitor the activities of other national chapters and to aid in implementation of regional activities.
Key Duties
Lead the development of a strategy and annual plans of the Chapter
Meet fundraising targets for the Chapter by
Writing proposals
Identifying and conducting funding sources
Follow-up on applications to funders
Arranging regular meetings of the Chapter and the Executive
Networking with other organizations and relevant government structures
Maintain synergies with different levels of AMANI
Secretariat
Chapter Members
Other Chapters
Keeping up to date on political, socio-economic context of East and Central Africa and Share with Members
Keep abreast on conflict prevention/resolution and human rights issues
Monitor membership and recruitment of new members
Lead in the design, organization and implementation of peace activities
Ensure that the work of AMANI Chapter is communicated to the wider public.
Candidate Profile:
Have at least 3 years experience in the area of Peace building and Conflict Resolution
Have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences
Experience of working with high profiled personae e.g. members of parliament; donors, diplomats etc;
Excellent report writing skills
Computer literacy
Works accurately with attention to detail.
Proficiency in written and spoken English. French is an added advantage.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV (4 pages max) detailing your experience for the post, quoting the relevant post reference and including daytime telephone contacts to vacancy @ amaniforum.org or post through the address listed below by December 4th 2009.
The National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya is inviting applications from qualified Kenyans to fill the post of Property Clerk
Qualifications
Applicants should have the following qualifications:
Diploma in Estate Agency/Property Management.
Minimum KCSE Grade C plain.
2 years experience of managing offices and/or shopping complexes.
Computer literacy.
Knowledge of office routines.
Basic knowledge of security systems and fire prevention requirements.
Duties and responsibilities
The main duties will be to assist the Property Manager in managing the buildings of the organization such as in lease administration, supervision of various services such as security, cleaning, etc, repairs and maintenance.
Applications with copies of the relevant certificates and testimonials should be addressed to:-
National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya
Rehema House,
2nd Floor, Kaunda Street
P.O. Box 47857 – 00100
GPO, Nairobi.
Applications to be submitted on or before Friday, 11th December 2009.
In our endeavour to enhance business growth and development in Eastern Africa, we are offering free business training and mentorship programmes in Kenya.
We offer all types of courses. Please complete the course application form and state the training required and we will get back to you soonest possible with the details. The main courses are:
Communication skills
Written skills – These include writing letters, emails, business reports, business plans, proposals, funding proposals among other written documents.
Social Networking – The training includes how to effectively communicate in social networking activities, websites and forums
Speaking – Training and guidelines on public speaking
Sales – Learn effective persuasion skills as they come hardy
Negotiation – In businesses, you need to drive a hard bargain. If you do not have the skills you will lose out each and every time.
Planning skills
Strategic – Creating a roadmap for your business will help you undertsand how best to achieve your business goals.
Project - Project management makes your life and that of your staff and business partners less stressful and gets things done on time and on budget.
Financial – Gain financial planning skills such as accounts, budget, income statements, profit and loss accounts and cash flows creation. Learn how to tell if your business is growing or not. Having cash coming in is not a sign of growth.
Risk – Learn how to identify and avoid risks or how to manouver out of risky ventures.
Logistics – Get your business to the right track – and make the best of the time, staff, cash and other resources at hand by maximising returns.
Productivity
Time management - Time management reduces stress, increases your productivity and above all respect. How do you become a good time manager?
Meeting management – Learn how to run effective and efficient meetings and how to make the best of every meeting.
Leadership – Gain the most important skills of people management that help you get things done.
Systems - Effective systems bring consistency, efficiency and reduced costs. Learning how to create and implement them ahead of your competitors.
Personal Productivity – Understand yourself - Your rhythms, when are you more sociable, detail-oriented, creative or lacking energy? Where do you excel and which areas are a struggle? Before you can lead anyone else you need to work out how to get the best out of yourself.
Creativity
Imagination - The most successful business people are also the most imaginative. Sharpen your imagination!
Inventiveness - If you can imagine it you can create it, and if you create it then you can sell it! How are your inventive skills?
Problem Solving – This is the basic of business survival - solving problems fast and effectively. An employee who is good at keeping their head in a crisis while fighting fires is a worthwhile asset to any business.
Brainstorming great ideas, fast then you will be one step ahead.
Making connections – Enhance your networking creativity
Switch off – Do not let the stresses and strains of business life burn you up! Learn to relax and unwind.
Courses Details
They are ABSOLUTELY FREE!
They are offered to all small businesses and organisations – existing or prospective businesses.
They are provided in our training centre near Naivasha. However, we can offer them in your premises or other venues such as conference centres, hotels among others.
The courses are tailor-made to suit your requirements. Upon application, we will work with you in refining your can be offered at our training centre in Naivasha Upon registration, we will review your status and get back to you with further details.
We run an Eastern Africa Directory, Classifieds and Events website and publish Monthly Magazine and Directories in UK and east Africa.
To expand our services in East Africa, we are searching for committers Internet Centres (Internet Cafes, ICT centres and other local institutions to partner with us in marketing seeks to partner with local internet cafes so as to encourage locals to use the internet more for their day-day activities.
We are looking for internet partners in the Eastern Africa region – Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somali, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.
Reporting
You will report to the Mojatu Country Office
Duties and responsibilities
Source, upload and manage Mojatu.com contents
Source premium adverts for online, magazine and directory listings
Assist local organisations to load contents onto Mojatu.com at a fee
Market Mojatu locally by:
Distributing Mojatu marketing materials
Encouraging local listings – directory, events and events
Distribute Mojatu magazines and directories – either free or for sale
Sell other specific products and services offered by Mojatu.com partners
Benefits and support
Earn commission for all paid adverts you offer Mojatu.com (30%)
Earn commission for products and services offered by Mojatu partners
Free business and IT skills training by our UK/USA teams
Receive copies of Mojatu monthly magazines for sale
Receive copies of Mojatu annual directories for distribution
Job Title: Claims Assessor Reporting To: Operations Manager Department: Administration Position: One (1) year contract Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Summary:
The position calls for a results oriented individual with proven ability to work with minimal direction in a fast paced environment.
The candidate will be responsible for managing the medical claims for members of International and local medical providers as well as facilitating admissions into hospital and medical evacuations out of the country.
The job requires involvement with high level clients and exposure to sensitive information necessitating considerable tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgement.
The aim of the candidate’s job is to ensure efficient and effective claim and admission processing for client satisfaction and retention of business.
Key Competencies:
Effective and fluent verbal and written communication skills in English
Competency in MS Office and internet applications
Able to prioritise and organise a highly varied work schedule
Deliver on time and within deadlines
Ability to work independently and in a team environment with diverse cultures
Ability to handle sensitive information and situations in a confidential manner
Ability to stay calm under pressure and within limited time constraints, handling multiple projects simultaneously
Main Responsibilities:
Customer service – Correspondence with Clients on claim issues and queries; Correspondence with Medical providers and Insurers on member claim issues
Claim assessments – Preparation of documents for assessment, Claim vetting and input into computer system, monitoring limits and benefits, follow up and reporting on claims assessed, dispatch and payment of claims.
Facilitating smooth inpatient care for members into hospital – coordination with hospital and provider for admissions, ensuring payment issues are resolved at the outset, making visits/calls to ensure members are satisfied.
Facilitating smooth medical evacuation of members – coordination with member and provider for evacuation, ensuring payment issues are resolved at the outset
Preferred Qualifications & Occupational Skills:
Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in relevant field (Insurance, Commerce, Administration)
Familiarity and experience in dealing with medical insurance, processing and products
Salary Scale:
Kshs 40,000 negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
Interested applicants are requested to send their applications and detailed CV indicating current salary and benefit history with 3 references including current employer, copies of certificates and any other testimonials on or before Tuesday 8th December 2009 to:
The Operations Manager,
Lifecare International Insurance Brokers Ltd,
P.O. Box 59789 – 00200,
Nairobi.
Business Development Assistants
3 Positions
Karatina, Kericho and Mombasa
Position Scope
Reporting to the Unit Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for prospecting in agreed market segments and converting both corporate and individual business opportunities into sales.
Key Responsibilities
Developing and implementing individual work plans and ensuring a healthy growth portfolio.
Ensuring set sales targets are met and exceeded.
Making and submitting periodic progress reports.
Strict adherence to agreed prospective activity plans.
Attending weekly reporting meeting.
Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
Must be a University Graduate with a strong bias in marketing or business studies.
Should have a professional qualification in Marketing.
At least 3 years of excellent direct sales with a reputable Brokerage or underwriting firm.
Must have a thorough knowledge of Insurance market.
Highly focused, results oriented and team oriented.
Excellent written and spoken English and preferably very good in the local dialect.
Website Contents Managers (Work from Home or at your free time)
We are looking for independent sales agents to upload and manage website contents within Eastern Africa – Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somali, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.
Mojatu.com seeks to expand its presence in Eastern Africa by recruiting country representatives in Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania, Somalia, Sudan and Zanzibar.
Duties and responsibilities
1. Establish Mojatu.com in the country
2. Manage contents sourcing and uploading onto Mojatu.com – Directory, classifieds, events, news/ comments and photos/videos
3. Recruit, train and manage local agents
4. Market Mojatu locally
5. Distribute Mojatu magazines and directories – print, online, CD and mobile
6. Sell other specific products and services offered by Mojatu for specified commission
Benefits
1. No initial costs required
2. Training teams from UK/ USA at least 3 times a year will come over for training
3. Retain 60% of all income generated by adverts in your country
4. Retain all income generated by sale of magazines and directories
5. Earn commissions for Mojatu.com partner products and services
6. Receive weekly leads and guidelines of organisations and individuals to approach for marketing purposes
8. Freedom to run and manage Mojatu marketing and growth as you wish
Application process
If you are interested, please email Kate on info@mojatu.com Subject: Country Rep
Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting local market survey, help in designing key micro insurance products in the local market, setting up and managing the branch operations including implementation of marketing strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Opening up and growing profitable corporate and individual business.
Designing and ensuring the execution of sales activity plans.
Boosting the company’s strong brand in the branch market through effective promotions and Public relations activities.
Ensuring Branch’s adherence to Company’s ISO 9002 standards.
Recruiting, training, motivating and maintaining agreed branch staff levels.
Managing the Company’s assets profitably.
Ensuring customer service is at its best satisfying, retaining and growing customer base.
Overseeing the introduction of MPESA premium payment.
Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
B Com Marketing or related field
Qualification in marketing preferably CIM.
At least 8 years working experience in selling Composite Insurance Business and proven track record of managing new branches.
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of Insurance business in both Marketing and underwriting.
Demonstrate strong competence in team building, leadership and people management.
Highly focused, results oriented and team oriented.
Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting local market survey, help in designing key micro insurance products in the local market, setting up and managing the branch operations including implementation of marketing strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Designing and ensuring the execution of weekly sales activity plans.
Opening up and growing profitable corporate and individual business.
Boosting the company’s strong brand in the branch market through effective promotions and Public relations activities.
Recruiting, training, motivating and maintaining agreed branch staff levels.
Preparing of branch market segments, strategies and plans.
Managing the Company’s assets profitably.
Ensuring that the branch meets all its financial obligations.
Leading by directly participating in meetings and setting the branch budgets.
Ensuring customer service is at its best satisfying, retaining and growing customer base.
Sensitizing the local markets on MPESA premium payment.
Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
B Com Marketing or related field
Qualification in marketing preferably CIM
At least 5 years experience in selling Composite Insurance Business and proven track record of managing new branches.
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of Insurance business in both Marketing and underwriting.
Demonstrate strong competence in team building, leadership and people management.
Highly focused, results oriented and team oriented.
Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for preparing production reports on new business, lapsed and renewed policies and gathering information from insurance companies on new products and premium ratings.
Key Responsibilities
Prospecting for potential clients.
Preparing quotations for potential clients.
Liaising with insurers to get competitive quotations.
Expanding existing markets.
Participating in business development and other promotional activities.
Timely preparation of monthly business development reports.
Adhering to strict weekly marketing activity plans.
Supervising of day-to-day departmental routine functions.
Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
Must be a University Graduate with professional qualification in Marketing.
Must have a thorough knowledge of Insurance market.
Highly focused, results oriented and team oriented.
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
Branch Office Assistants
3 Positions
Karatina, Kericho and Mombasa
Position Scope
Reporting to the Unit Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for handling all customer correspondence and ensure it is effectively routed.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitating efficient service delivery of award winning Micro Insurance project.
Giving secretarial and other support services to the branch.
Receiving, processing and booking all walk in business.
Raising debit notes.
Serving clients satisfactorily.
Qualifications /Competencies/ Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies: -
Diploma in Marketing, Public Relations or other related business qualifications.
At least 5 ACII Credits.
At least 3 years handling customer service matters in a busy Insurance Company environment.
Should have a professional qualification in Marketing.
