DAILY JOBS IN KENYA: A JOBS DATABASE: 2010-12-26

Sales Person Vacancy - tikkazbakers

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Location: Nairobi, Umoja

Type of Business: Pastry

Salary: Ksh 6,000 (starting salary and to be increased as per the performance)

Job Description

The company requires a sales person who can market its pastry products
zealously to the clients.

Qualifications
1. The candidate must have worked as a sales person with a lot of
connection with clients such as supermarkets. Experience in food
products sales will be an added advantage.
2. The candidate should be able to deliver and meet the set targets of
the company.
3. Should possess communication skills in order to be able to sell the
products to supermarkets, schools, hospitals and other clientele.
3. Candidates residing in Umoja or its environs are encouraged to apply.

Serious candidates only should apply to tikkazbakers@gmail.com. Please
include the words ;Sales Job' in the subject of the email.

B767 Cockpit and Maintenance Crew Job Vacancies

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B767 Cockpit and Maintenance Crew

Please send CV by email to: tonyc@iburst.co.za

Graduate Teachers Vacancies - Pleasant View Secondary School

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Job Title: Teacher/Board Master

Position: Permanent

Job Location: Nakuru,Kenya

Summary:

Pleasant View Secondary School is a private entity situated along the Nakuru, Kabarak Rd. The School seeks to recruit Graduate Teachers who can teach more than one national curriculum subjects.

The position calls for a person who will use creativity, humor and imagination to develop schemes of work and to plan lessons in order to foster a healthy culture of learning within the classroom and to generate the most effective interactions with pupils.

The Graduate Teacher will be required to encourage, monitor and record the progress of individual pupils, and devise and tailor resources accordingly. They must also keep up to date with developments in their subject area, new resources, methods and national objectives.

Key Competencies:

The Key competencies include:

planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of classes including putting up displays in the classroom;
marking work, giving appropriate feedback and maintaining records of pupils' progress and development;
researching new topic areas, maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge and then devising and writing new curriculum materials;
selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment;
undertaking pastoral duties, such as taking on the role of form tutor, and supporting pupils on an individual basis through academic or personal difficulties;
preparing pupils for qualifications including external examinations;
managing pupil behavior in the classroom and on school premises, and applying appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehavior;
supervising and supporting the work of teaching assistants, trainee teachers and newly qualified teachers (NQTs);
participating in and organizing extracurricular activities, such as outings, social activities and sporting events;
participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events;
liaising with other professionals, such as learning mentors, careers advisers, educational psychologists and education welfare officers;
undergoing regular observations and participating in regular in-service training (INSET) as part of continuing professional development (CPD);

Preferred Qualifications & Occupational Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Education
Familiarity and experience in dealing with Students will be an added advantage

Salary Scale: Kshs 10,000 negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

Interested applicants are requested to send their applications and CV on or Before 8th January, 2011 to: pleasantview.sec@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

English Literature, Kiswahili and Geography Teacher(s) Vacancies - Glory christian Academy

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Glory christian Academy is urgently looking for High School English literature, Kiswahili and Geography Teacher(s).

Requirements

Must be born again
Holder of bachelors degree in education or other relevant qualifications
Should have all the required documents and certifications
3 referrers and one must be a pastor or a church elder
Must have teaching experience of 2-5 years and above

For more information call 0721244964/0721552224/0720825047
Glory Christian Academy
P.O Box 1291 Limuru, Kenya

Sales Trainee and Accountant Job Vacancies

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Sales/Marketing (Trainee / Junior Level)

Local staff (Kenyan)
Fresher from university who has finished studies…
With experience would be added advantage
Should have knowledge of computers and marketing.
Degree in marketing and sales
Should be outgoing and able to communicate strongly

Junior Accountant

Local staff (Kenyan)
Fresher from university with Bcom accounts.
With experience would be added advantage
Should have knowledge of Accounting package Sage pastel or tally.
KASNEB CPA 1 minimum KATC 11.
Should be outgoing and able to communicate strongly

Send your applications to alfred@endeavourafrica.com not later than 15th January 2011

Unit Managers Job Vacancies - Resolution Health

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Unit Managers
2 Positions

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the Unit Manager will ensure the generation of business to meet set targets for the Unit through the Business Consultants.

Job Profile

Identify, recruit, train and avail competent and well-motivated Business Consultants;
Ensure the generation of business within their units to meet set unit budgets;
To prepare and make presentations to potential clients aimed at developing solutions to their needs.
To carry out quarterly staff appraisals and ensure intervention that result in satisfactory performance.
To recommend and monitor incentive schemes aimed at motivating consultants.
To generate timely and accurate sales reports for analysis and decision-making.
Undertaking market research, identify and recommend ways for the company to keep abreast with current market requirements.
Facilitating motivational and team work activities

Qualifications/Experience /Personal Attributes

Diploma qualification in Business Administration, marketing or equivalent
Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
3 years Sales/Marketing management experience preferably in the service industry.
Out-going and pleasant personality with excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, kindly email your detailed CV stating your day time telephone contacts not later than Friday 14th January 2011 to hr@resolution.co.ke

Kindly ensure you quote the position on your email.

Business Consultants Job Vacancies - Resolution Health East Africa Limited

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Business Consultants

Got what it takes to turn business networks into revenues?

Resolution Health East Africa Limited is a leading Medical Insurance Provider. With over 60,000 members in our fold, we have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop products that are effective and relevant to our members.

Resolution Health has over 250 medical service providers all across East Africa, a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.

In pursuit of our aggressive growth plan, we are looking to enroll as part of our Sales team individuals with impeccable desire to excel in a highly rewarding and attractive commissions sales environment.

If you consider yourself:

A dynamic, passionate and motivated self starter,
An excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills,
An aggressive achiever with flair for success,
An independent individual with initiative and self drive,
And a fast learner, strategic planner who possesses the ability to identify
Opportunities in this fast paced business environment…

Franchise Development Manager Job Vacancy - Resolution Health

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Franchise Development Manager

In alignment with the Corporate Strategy, Resolution Health’s expansion plan involves the extension of franchise agreements to various counties.

The Franchise Development Manager will ensure the contracting of viable franchise agreements in various parts of the country in order to grow the Resolution Health Brand with the resultant achievement of business generation in these towns/regions.

Job Profile

Develop and implement the franchise strategy;
prospect and identify new opportunities and market penetration methods in untapped towns/regions;
Undertake feasibility research prior to acquisition of new Franchisee channels;
Develop and submit franchise business proposals to Sales Manager for review and approval;
Undertake competitor analysis in untapped areas and design short and long term plans;
Develop incentive schemes aimed at motivating franchise businesses meet set targets;
Prepare and present regular status reports on the franchise business contribution to sales budget;
Perform any other related duties as assigned;

Qualifications/Experience /Personal Attributes

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related field
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office
Not less than 3 years experience in sales/marketing management position, two of which must be in Business Development position in a service environment.
Project management skills
Negotiation skills
Conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Integrity Planning and organizational skills
Proactive, initiative and good networking skills

IT Manager Job Vacancy - Embu Farmers Sacco

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A fast growing Rural Sacco Society invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following post

IT Manager
1 Post
Ref: EFS/ITM/010

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience

A degree in information technology.
Higher National Diploma in IT is an added advantage.
Should have good analytical and leadership skills.
Should have at least 3 years experience in IT in a busy financial institution.
Should be at least 28 years of age.

Applications accompanied by a detailed C.V and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials should be sent to the address below quoting the job reference number on the envelope to reach on or before 21st January 2011.

The Chief Executive Officer Embu
Farmers Sacco Society Ltd
P.O Box 400-60100 Embu.

Librarian, School Nurse and Secretary Job Vacancy - Buru Buru Girls

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Buru Buru Girls Secondary School seeks to fill the following positions;

Librarian

Qualifications

K.C.S.E B- and above
A diploma in Library Studies from a recognised Institution. (KNEC)
Experience - 5 years. IT compliance from a recognised Institution is an added advantage.

School Nurse

Qualifications

K.C.S.E B- and above
Age - 30 Years and above.
KRN/OR Clinical officer.
Experience - 5 years and above.
IT compliance from a recognised Institution is an added advantage.

Secretary

Qualifications

K.C.S.E C+ and above
Working experience in MS - Word and MS - Excel. A diploma in IT and Shorthand will be an added advantage.
Secretarial studies certificate from a recognized Institution offered by KNEC Level III
A course on Human Resource or any other related course.
Experience - 5 years. Those who have worked in a School office have an added advantage.

Applications can be hand delivered to the school office or posted to:

The Principal,
Buru Buru Girls Secondary School
P.O Box 50465-00200 Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications to be received latest 12th January 2011

Kerio Valley Development Authority Job Vacancies in Eldoret

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the following positions.

Chief Manager/Technical Services and Operations
Ref: KVDA/1/CM-TS & O

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Managing Director
Providing technical direction for the development, design and systems integration for service engagement from definition phase through to implementation
Applying significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service of the Authority
Reviewing work of development teams
Recognizing system deficiencies and implements effective solutions for Agricultural, Engineering, Mining and Environmental activities
Managing technical resources within budget and projects schedule
Consistently delivering high-quality services to the Authority and its stakeholders.

Qualifications and experience

A masters degree in any of the following disciplines, Civil engineering, Irrigation and drainage, Hydrology or Water resources, Agriculture, Range management, Water and environmental engineering or related fields from a recognized university.
Must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years experience in management in a development organization, five (5) of which should have been at executive management level.
Proven ability in resource mobilization, networking and linkages with development partners.
Must be able to demonstrate managerial, entrepreneurial, administrative and leadership competence.

Manager, Agriculture
Ref: KVDA/2/MA

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Manager Technical Services and Operations, the manager, Agriculture shall be the Resource person in Agriculture and Livestock Matters and will be responsible for the overall supervision and co-ordination of work in the Division
Budgeting for all activities of the Division
Formulation of policies and programmes on Agriculture and livestock
Planning and designing agricultural and livestock projects and programmes.

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural economics, Livestock, Animal production or other related fields from a recognized university.
Must have served in a relevant field for a minimum of ten (10) years, five (5) of which must be in a senior management position.
Demonstrate clear understanding of the role of regional development in Kenya’s socio-economic development and particularly in line with vision 2030
Computer literate
A masters degree in the relevant field is an added advantage

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and experience of the individual will be offered to the right candidates.

The Chief Manager/Technical services and operations position will be on a three year renewable contract based on performance and the Agriculture manager will be on permanent and pensionable terms of service.

Interested candidates should submit their applications indicating the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, IDs stating their current position, current remuneration level, E-mail, contact address and telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 25th January 2011.

The Chairperson
Kerio Valley Development Authority
P.O Box 2660-30100
Eldoret

Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted, canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Job Placements Officer Job Vacancy - ACWICT

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The African Centre for Women, Information and Communications Technology (ACWICT) is a pioneer Kenyan Based Information, Communications Technology for Development (ICT4D) organization with a regional reach whose mission is to promote women’s access and knowledge of ICTs as tools for sustainable development.

Through the International Youth Foundation, ACWICT has received funding support from the World Bank and Microsoft, to implement an innovative and comprehensive youth employability program and subsequently conduct an impact evaluation of this program in order to contribute evidence and knowledge on what works in youth employability, both within Kenya and elsewhere in sub-Saharan Africa.

We are looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions

Job Placements Officer
2 Positions

Employment Type: Fixed-term Contract - 18 months

Job Summary

Provide a broad range of business development and job placement services, with particular focus on ACWICT’s Youth Employability Program.
This includes interaction with all project staff and clients/potential clients to design, negotiate, and drive to closure agreements ranging from simple work-for-hire agreements to complex alliances, and partnerships.
Entails working with senior executive management of companies and organizations

Duties and Responsibilities

Implement internship and placements components of the program.
Provide business advisory and employment support services to project beneficiaries
Work with colleagues to develop and implement systems to accurately collect project data.
Conduct labour market analysis and job searches and advice on effective training and placement strategies.
Provide technical expertise and work with project colleagues to analyze project data and information with the aim of identifying positive trends and promising practices and informing overall project implementation.
Liaise with private and public sector partners, maintain good relationships and be responsive to their priorities and needs,
Assist with the development of new placement opportunities for the program
Any other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Professional qualifications:

Relevant Business degree

Experience

3+ yrs. of relevant work experience in an IT-related industry or civil society.
Experience working with Public / Private Sector Partnerships preferred

Minimum Competencies

Demonstrated awareness and competency with research and communication tools
Excellent oral, written, organization, presentation and independent workload management skills.
Quick learner and problem solver; Knowledge of youth employment/societal issues strongly preferred
Possess drive, motivation and acute attention to detail in ensuring all business opportunities to ACWICT are captured and explored
A proven record of strategic thinking: high energy, ability to self motivate and motivate others, and a passion for communicating the benefits of great products to partners.
Candidates must have proven leadership skills and have demonstrated abilities in sales, negotiations, and partner relationship management.
This position demands the ability to influence stakeholders through written/interpersonal, presentation skills, and the ability to simultaneously address multiple projects and challenges.

If you are interested in the positions above, please submit your application to admin@acwict.org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday 14th January, 2011.

Value IT Head of Sales and Front Office Administrator Job Vacancies

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An ICT company branded as one of the fastest growing companies in Kenya which also commands a strong presence in the EAC seeks to recruit a Head of Sales and Marketing and a front office administrator to assist its already existing team.

The firm specializes in ICT infrastructure, security managed services and also offers professional services to corporate clients across Eastern Africa Region. The firm’s mission being to deliver a safe computing environment and minimal system downtimes for its clientele. The organization drives its strategy strongly based on Integrity, Reliability and Quality as its core values.

1. Head of Sales and Marketing Department

The person will manage a team of 10 members and also handle the company’s marketing
department.

The following are the requirements:

Bachelors in Business Administration or related field
A strong and proven track of sales and marketing in a very competitive ICT products’ market
Demonstrated leadership and personnel management skills.
Eight (8) years experience in sales with at-least four (4) of them management
Capacity and committed to meeting high and tough targets
Have strongly participated or organized and handled a marketing project and/or campaign within the EAC market
A diploma in IT related field and product sales expert certificates will be a great advantage.

Others

Aggressive, confident and a great communicator- both written and oral.
Professional presentation skills and proposal writing background.
Below 4oyrs.

2. Front Office Administrator

The person will be the face of the organization and therefore will handle all the incoming visitors and organization telephone calls.

Excellent communication skills and first time personal contact skills will be key for the candidate.

The following are some of the most basic requirements

Excellent communication and public relations skills
Creative and graphic designing expertise
A diploma in Business Administration/management from a reputable institution
Good background on IT related field

Others

Confident, eloquent and able to multi-task
Professional and well groomed
3 yrs experience

Send your cover letter and CV to hr@valueit.co.ke not later than 11th January 2011 with 3 professional referees and state your current remuneration package.

Applicants who will not have heard from the company by 20th January 2011 should consider their applications not successful.

Engineer (Roads), Resident Engineer (Dams), Water/Irrigation Engineer Vacancies

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A Civil Engineering Consultancy firm wish to recruit qualified staff, for the following positions:

1. Engineer (Roads)

To be based on site within Kenya

Qualifications and Skills

Must possess University Degree BSc (Civil engineering) or equivalent and
Be Registered Engineer with Engineers Registration Board of Kenya or equivalent.

General Professional Experience

minimum of 12 year practical post-qualification experience.
Must have extensive experience in Highway design and works contract administration.
Recent experience as a Resident Engineer on Highway construction contract will be added advantage.
Knowledge of FIDIC contract procedures a must.

2. Resident Engineer (Dams)

To work in one of our ongoing projects within Kenya and to be Reporting to Project Director.

Qualifications and Skills

Must possess University Degree BSc (Civil engineering) or equivalent and
Be Registered Engineer with Engineers Registration Board of Kenya or equivalent.

General Professional Experience

A minimum of Fifteen year practical post-qualification experience.
Must have extensive experience in Dam design and construction and water treatment works as well as works contract administration.
Recent experience as a Resident Engineer on dam’s construction contract will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of FIDIC contract procedures a must.

3. Water/Irrigation Engineer

Based at the Head Office in Nairobi but involves travelling to fields

Qualifications, Skills and Professional Experience

Must possess University Degree BSc (Civil engineering) or equivalent.
A minimum of 8 years practical post-qualification experience in water & irrigation Engineering.
Registration with ERB will be an added advantage.

Email application to: civileng.jobs2010@gmail.com/civiljobs2010@hotmail.com

Deadline: The applications to be received on or before 19th January, 2011

Product Manager – Content Vacancy - Spice Africa

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A large Mobile Value Added Services (MVAS) company with global operations is looking for:

Product manager – content

Candidates must be university graduates, with a creative mind-set, and computer savvy. Familiarity with local and international music; with Radio, Advertising, Music industry experience preferred.

Must be well connected within the music industry, artists, Radio & TV stations.

Responsibilities:

Identifying, acquiring Music, Text & related multimedia Content for various VAS platforms/services.
Work closely with content partners, recording studios, voice over artists and manage day to day operations, formatting and uploading the content to our platform/ services.
Maximizing content revenue through constant monitoring of top content, initiate promotions and marketing activities.

Job location: Nairobi, Kenya.

An attractive wage and benefit package.

Send your detailed Resumes by 15th January 2011 to jobs@spiceafrica.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be informed.

Country Finance Officer (Tanzania) Vacancy - The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF)

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The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), is a private, non-denominational development agency promoting creative and effective solutions to selected problems that impede social development in developing countries.

AKF (East Africa) invites applications for the position of Country Finance Officer (Tanzania), located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Reporting to the Regional Chief Operating Officer, the Country Finance Officer is a key member of the senior staff who oversees the financial management of all AKF projects and the country office.

Responsibilities include: maintaining accurate accounting and financial records, preparing financial reports and statements on a regular and timely basis, monitoring and preparing budgets, ensuring that the financial and procurement policies and procedures are followed.

The incumbent will be required to exercise a high degree of professionalism and discretion due to the sensitive nature of the position and fiduciary responsibility involved.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills required:

A first degree in accounting, finance or related field with a professional accounting qualification, such as CPA/ACCA or equivalent;
At least five years’ relevant experience in accounting and financial management at a senior level, including staff supervision, preferably in an international, non-profit agency;
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills with experience of managing teams in a collaborative environment;
Strong numerate, accounting, financial analysis and organizational skills and qualifications, including proficiency in using all Microsoft applications, and accounting software, preferably financial information system; knowledge of iScala a definite advantage;
Be proactive with strong commitment to course, integrity and honesty;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, fluency in Kiswahili is highly desirable;
Willingness to travel.

Applications should include a cover letter describing why you are interested and qualified for this position, CV, and contact information for at least three referees not related to you.

Applications marked confidential should be delivered or e-mailed by 14th January, 2011 to the Executive Officer, Aga Khan Foundation, Tanzania,

by e-mail to: recruit.akftz@akdn.org

or mail to

The Aga Khan Foundation, Tanzania,
P.O. Box 125,
Dar-es-Salaam.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Aga Khan Foundation is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network.

University Research Co Quality Improvement Advisor - Nutrition Job Vacancy

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Job functions:

Provide managerial and technical oversight and overall support for the implementation of the Quality Improvement for Nutrition Support in the context of HIV/AIDS
Liaise with USAID mission in country, NHP and focal person of MoH to implement Quality Improvement for Nutrition Assessment, Counseling and Support (NACS) program in HIV context
Coordinate with different levels of MOH, health facilities, communities and implementing partners, and work to develop capacity to design, manage and support quality improvement activities at the site level
With MOH, build capacity of health staff in implementing NACS to improve the quality of the management of severely acute malnourished HIV patients with therapeutic food; develop manuals for coaching, training and learning sessions
Work closely with the implementing partners, facilitate and provide technical support
Provide technical and programmatic support to local community partners
Provide support to develop quality indicators, data collection, analysis and reporting
Document promising practices and lessons learned through regular monitoring visits
Design and implement training in QI to a wider forum as an advocacy tool
Work closely with local counterparts and quality improvement team to develop strategies for monitoring quality improvement progress at all levels of services
Conduct field visits as necessary to provide support to HF staff and Community Health Workers
Provide regular updates and progress reports to URC Senior QI advisor in DC
This is a local position and will be based in Nyanza
Maintain close working relationships with partners, health facility, district and community level partners in order to understand implementation challenges and support improvements
Work closely with HCI OVC regional Quality Improvement Advisor in Kenya

Responsible for:

Development of work plan
Technical assistance for quality improvement
Development of manuals for training, coaching, and learning sessions
Providing technical support to teams to conduct training, coaching and learning sessions
Assistance to HF staff to revise/develop referrals, counter referrals and follow up

Preferred experiences:

More than five years experiences in working with PLHA in the area of Nutrition status assessment, nutrition education, and counseling
Worked with colleagues and counterparts at MoH up to the community level to identify and prioritize those aspects of the delivery services that most need quality improvement
Worked with colleagues to facilitate and provide technical assistance to achieve quality improvement, including implementation plans, monitoring and ensuring that critical activities are met in accordance with the standards (Protocols)

Possess knowledge in the following areas:

Malnutrition, it classification and nutrition assessment methodology
Health system from national to the community level
The relationship between HIV and nutrition

Skills in the following areas:

Nutrition education and counseling
Managing projects and documentation
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to build networks and partnerships
Excellent verbal, written, facilitation, communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams
Administrative, financial and computer skills
Ability and willingness to travel in the field as and when required
Fluent in English, Swahili and/or Luo

Education:

Master degree in nutrition, public health or related field

To apply please send resumes to: hrkenya@urc-chs.com

Subject line: Quality Improvement Advisor- Nutrition

Closing date: 19th January, 2011

Chief Executive Officer Vacancy - Transit Transport Coordination Authority (TTCA) of the Northern Corridor

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Republic of Kenya

Ministry of Transport

Vacancy Re: Advertisement

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant post:

Chief Executive Officer (Executive Secretary - SI) of the Transit Transport Coordination Authority (TTCA) of the Northern Corridor

The Transit Transport Coordination Authority of the Northern Corridor (TTCA-NC) is a Regional Organization established by an Agreement signed by Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and Democratic Republic of Congo in 1985.

The Organization’s Secretariat has its Headquarters in Mombasa. It is responsible for smooth movement of transit goods along the Northern Corridor. It is headed by a Chief Executive Officer (Executive Secretary - SI), who the Organization intends to recruit.

Overall Purpose of the Post

Responsible to the Executive Board of the Transit Transport Coordination Authority for providing leadership, guidance and direction toward achieving the objectives and goals of the organization.

Directly Supervises Head of Finance & Administration, Program Manager, Interpreter - Translator, Head of Finance and Administration, ITC Officer, and Senior Secretary.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

Direct the activities of the Secretariat,
Ensure that the decisions taken by the Authority are implemented in a timely manner,
Ensure that the procedures for amendments and for consultation and settlement of disputes are carried out efficiently in accordance with the regulations provided by the Authority,
Initiate, formulate and prepare policy agenda and present to Executive Board and Authority,
Provide secretarial services and ensures efficient conduct of all meetings of the Authority and the Executive Board and any other meetings held in accordance with the provisions of the Northern Corridor Transit Agreement and its protocols,
Co-ordinate the preparation of working documents, papers and reports for all meetings of the TTCA, the Executive Committee and the Advisory forum of the Northern Corridor,
Take follow-up action on reports emanating from meetings held in accordance with the provisions of the Protocols of the Northern Corridor Transit Agreement,
Co-ordinate with member states through relevant Ministries with the objectives of fostering co-operation in the achievements of TTCA’s objectives and implementation of protocols,
Forge a close working relationship with regional and sub-regional International Organizations involved in transit transport such as: UNDP, ECA, EAC, COMESA, ISCOS, etc.
Disseminate relevant information to the parties concerned,
Negotiate technical assistance agreements on behalf of TTCA,
Explore and implement, when necessary, measures for enhancing the efficient undertaking of the Authority’s activities through use of modern ICT and related technology,
In collaboration with the other officers, prepare or amend as necessary rules and regulations governing financial, administrative and other activities of the TTCA and submit them to the Executive Board for approval,
In collaboration with Finance Officer and Professionals prepare annual budget, accounts and programme activities of the TTCA and submits them to the Executive Board for approval.
Determine the terms of conditions of service, including remuneration, and submits them to the Executive Board for approval,
Recruit staff for the Secretariat as provided for in the regulations,
Perform any other functions that the Executive Board may delegate or assign,
Spokesman for the Authority.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Masters Degree or equivalent professional qualification in Transport Economics, Transport Engineering, Highways Engineering or its equivalent,
A combined national and/or regional experience at senior management level of not less than 15 years in transport management.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and management skills to foster teamwork, develop and motivate staff, resolve conflicts as well as ability to provide direction, guidance,, momentum and vision in order to achieve organizational objectives,
High level interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including ability to build alliances and collaborative relationships with sensitivity to diversity,
Ability to analyse, conceptualize and interpret transit transport data as well as financial data and apply management principles and practices in making sound organizational decisions.
Ability to maintain high standards of integrity. Establish straightforward, productive relationships. Treating individuals with fairness and respect, demonstrating sensitivity for ethnic, cultural and gender difference,
Strong communications, networking and negotiation skills,
Ability to empower staff by removing obstacles hindering the achievement of strategic objectives, focusing on results and delivering what is promised, on time and within budget,
Proficiency in computer and computer packages,
Language proficiency in French or English, a working knowledge of the either language is desirable.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum age of 40 and maximum Age of 55 years at the time of recruitment,
Executive Secretary recruited on a 5-year fixed term contract renewable only once,
NCTTCA is an equal opportunity employer,
Must be a Kenyan Citizen.

Remuneration Package

An attractive remuneration package shall be offered to the successful candidate, which shall include: a consolidated salary payable in US Dollars and an executive car.

Other benefits include medical care for the incumbent, spouse and a maximum of four (4) dependant children in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations and refund of 80% school fees for his/her children, within a prescribed maximum of 4 children upto the age of 23 years.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, detailed Curriculum Vitaes and Testimonials to the:

Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Transport, Transcom House
P. O. Box 52692 - 00200, Nairobi
before 27th January, 2011.

M. S. Gitari
For: Permanent Secretary

Managing Director Job Vacancy - Skylark Africa Insurance Brokers Limited

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Skylark Africa Insurance Brokers Limited is a rapidly growing medium size insurance brokerage firm in a busy and dynamic environment.

Job Description

Bring in new business.
Interact with clients.
Recruit employees and develop strategies to boost profits.
Coordinate the efforts of various departments such as legal, finance and product development to meet company goals.
Manage the entire organization, all its departments and branches.
Negotiate and procure corporate business orders.
Recruit managers with the help of senior managers.
Fix the salaries, benefits and other perks for the senior positions and advise the same to the HR director.
Assign jobs to various senior personnel.
Allocate funds to different departments.
Meet the senior managers on a regular basis to discuss business strategy.
Study their business progress reports and suggest improvements.
Help resolve issues between department heads.
Implement safety rules and policies.
Negotiate with labor unions and keep the organization free from litigation.
Ensure that the organization adheres to all local and state rules and regulations.

Requirements

He must be a graduate from a recognized university
He must be an AIIC or AIIK diploma holder.
He must be 30-40years.
He must have at least 10years working experience and a minimum 3years of management in an insurance company or established insurance broker.
He must have strong leadership qualities.

Essential Skills

He must be an effective communicator with excellent leadership and management skills.
He must be results-oriented with strong business development sense and the ability to interact with clients, senior management and staff.
He must be creative, a problem-solver with the ability to build and manage teams, delegate authority and develop employee talents.
He should possess impeccable character and play a leading role in formulating work ethics and principles of an organization.
He should have knowledge of how competing industries players are performing and what moves they are making.
Strong budgeting, business writing and computer skills are essential.
Top notch presentation skills.

To apply for this position, please forward your application letter and your current C.V. to the undersigned on or before 31/1/2011

Your application be addressed to:

The Chairman,
Skylark Africa Insurance Brokers Ltd,
P.O.Box. 10437-00100
Nairobi.

Executive Assistant to the General Manager (GM) Vacancy - Wilomo International

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Executive Assistant to the General Manager (GM)

We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill an Executive Assistant position.

Purpose of the position:

This role provides PA support to the General Manager and is individually accountable for achieving results through own efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the GM’s calendar to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the running of the office
Ensure effective communication between the GM and team members
Arrange all the logistics for the GM’s travel
Follow up with staff members on assigned tasks and keep the GM updated till such tasks have been fully executed
Attend and prepare meeting notes for the GM’s action
Manage the GM’s office to ensure confidentiality and integrity is maintained at all times
Keep abreast of key developments in the operating environment and bring them to the attention of the GM.
Manage internal and external correspondence including emails and mails
Dealing with escalated queries from clients and other stakeholders
Key liaison between the department and other departments

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Business related Degree.
1 or 2 years work experience in a Hospitality or Marketing Services Organization.
Highly organized, maintains confidentiality, integrity and good interpersonal skills.
Professional ability to interact with internal and external clients.
High level of emotional intelligence.
Ability to communicate fluently both in writing and verbally and working with no supervision.

Remuneration Package: An attractive package will be provided to a successful candidate.

Application Procedures:

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should send their applications and CV indicating current and expected salary, telephone contacts of three professional referees to: admin@wilomointernational.co.ke strictly on or before Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 5.00 pm indicating the position in the subject line.

Important:

Applications received after the deadline will be rejected.
Do not attach Certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position requires a valid Kenyan Passport as some travel outside Kenya will be involved.

Sales Executive, Advertising Vacancy

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Job Title: Sales Executive, Advertising

Location: Nairobi

Department: Sales

Position reports to: General Manager

Job Purpose Summary

To plan and carry out sales and marketing activities in the Company so as to grow sales in line with the agreed business plans

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

A Degree in Sales and Marketing
A Degree in Public relations will be an added advantage
Minimum of 2 years experience in Sales and Marketing, experience in Adversiting sales will be an added advantage
Ability to prioritize assigned work

Dimensions:

Must be available within 2 weeks.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Sourcing for Advertisements for our supplements and publications
Submits orders and ensures proper reconciliations of stocks is done.
Keeps Management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as weekly and monthly reports
Ensuring that there is consistency in sales and marketing of the Supplement
Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, preparing reports and making recommendations to management.
Ready to learn
Grow new areas.
Debt control and collection.
Supporting Marketing and promotion activities by the management to assist push sales.

Context and Environment

The Company operates in a very competitive market. The company is a Public Relations firm involved in events selling and management

Person Specifications

Good communication skills
A team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, proactive, organized, ability to multi-task, flexible, cooperative – with a “can-do-attitude”
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings, holidays and/or weekends
Must demonstrate an ability to build and manage relationships and positively influence various stakeholders
Be willing to travel in the region

Key Success Factors

Meet sales performance targets
Exceed sales quotas for self and team
On time performance, work ethic and quality of the proactive team
Accurate forecasts, updates and requested reports to the General Manager

Send CV to proactivejobs2011@gmail.com

On or before 15th January 2011

Sales Executive, Exhibition & Conference Sponsorships

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Job Title: Sales Executive, Exhibition & Conference Sponsorships

Location: Nairobi

Department: Sales

Position reports to: General Manager

Job Purpose Summary

To plan and carry out sales and marketing activities in the Company so as to grow sales in line with the agreed business plans

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

A Degree in Sales and Marketing
A Degree in Public relations will be an added advantage
Minimum of 2 years experience in Sales and Marketing
Ability to prioritize assigned work

Dimensions:

Must be available within 2 weeks.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Sourcing fro sponsorships for out events, conferences and exhibitions
Submits orders and ensures proper reconciliations of stocks is done.
Keeps Management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as weekly and monthly reports
Ensuring that there is consistency in sales and marketing of the particular event
Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, preparing reports and making recommendations to management.
Ready to learn
Grow new areas.
Debt control and collection.
Supporting Marketing and promotion activities by the management to assist push sales.

Context and Environment

The Company operates in a very competitive market. The company is a Public Relations firm involved in events selling and management

Person Specifications

Good communication skills
A team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, proactive, organized, ability to multi-task, flexible, cooperative – with a “can-do-attitude”
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings, holidays and/or weekends
Must demonstrate an ability to build and manage relationships and positively influence various stakeholders
Be willing to travel in the region

Key Success Factors

Meet sales performance targets
Exceed sales quotas for self and team
On time performance, work ethic and quality of the proactive team
Accurate forecasts, updates and requested reports to the General Manager

Send CV to proactivejobs2011@gmail.com

On or before 15th January 2011

Assistant Security Manager Vacancy - InterContinental Hotels Group

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We are the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). We own, operate and franchise more than 6,500 hotels, offering more than half a million guest rooms in over 100 countries.

Be part of the world’s most global hotels group

Our core purpose: Great Hotels Guests Love

Our Promise to you will be:

Room to have a great start
Room to be involved
Room to grow
Room for you

Assist in writing and developing policies and procedures for the Security department.
Scheduling of departmental employees, coaching, training and evaluations.
Establishing good communication and goodwill with the local police, fire brigade and informal leaders and relevant members of local community
Manage the implementation of departmental standards
Ensure that all security personnel as well as hotel's staff are adhering to hotel regulations and security procedures
Co-ordinate with the local investigator in crime and accident handling and investigating
Assist the Security Manager in rolling out security plans for specific events held in the hotel (seminar, conference, government guest, wedding etc.)

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or related field
Candidates with additional certifications in security related fields are desired
At least seven years experience in the Security sector
Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

In return we'll give you a generous financial and benefits package and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

At IHG we are committed to developing our team and managing our talent and would encourage interested individuals to apply for available career opportunities.

To view and apply current career opportunities, visit www.ihg.com/careers for the details and upload your application and CV by 13th January 2011.

Only online applications will be accepted.

What’s your passion?

Whether you are into baking, playing the saxophone or painting, at IHG we are interested in YOU.

Room Service Manager Vacancy - InterContinental Hotels Group

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Room to have a great start
Room to be involved
Room to grow
Room for you

Effectively managing the room service operation
Encourage and motivate staff to provide optimum service during all shifts
Overseeing the implementation of standards as detailed in the departmental standards and procedures manual
Sharing recommendations and guest comments with the Chef and Food and Beverage Manager to reflect current customer profile
Conducting a competitor analysis
Actively pursuing cost saving measures
Managing wages and beverage cost
Analyzing food and beverage statistics through point of sale system

In return we'll give you a generous financial and benefits package and the chance to work with a great team of people.

Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

At IHG we are committed to developing our team and managing our talent and would encourage interested individuals to apply for available career opportunities.

To view and apply current career opportunities, visit www.ihg.com/careers for the details and upload your application and CV by 13th January 2011.

Only online applications will be accepted.

What’s your passion?

Whether you are into baking, playing the saxophone or painting, at IHG we are interested in YOU.

Paymaster Vacancy - InterContinental Hotels Group

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Room to have a great start
Room to be involved
Room to grow
Room for you

What’s your passion?

Whether you're into playing the guitar, singing or soccer at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.

We are currently hiring a Paymaster

Reporting directly to the Assistant Finance & Business Support Manager, this position is responsible for the entire Payroll process, including the month end journal vouchers, reconciliation of the payroll accounts and other statistics required from the payroll section while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and the best of relationship with colleagues from other departments.

Responsible for the day to day operation, the right candidate will be able to demonstrate experience of process improvement, improving efficiency and constantly finding new ways of doing things better.

The right candidate will also be able to manage transformation, demonstrating leadership skills in managing the Payroll section. This role will also be fully involved to support the ongoing change process and to contribute to the overall success of the Finance strategy.

For the right professional this is an exciting opportunity to build capabilities across our IHG brands and to develop their skills in becoming a Finance business partner.

Key Responsibilities

Performs payroll processing and month-end closing of payroll
Calculation of all payroll related taxes and exemptions
Attend to employee enquiries in relation to pay issues
Verify the leave entitlement for all leave requests prior to approval of allowances
Prepares monthly/yearly internal manpower analysis report
Manage relations with the Human Resources Department

To view and apply current career opportunities, visit www.ihg.com/careers for the details and upload your application and CV by 13th January 2011.

Only online applications will be accepted.

Do you have what it takes to be a leader in the world's most global hotel company?

If so, make it happen and apply now for a career with InterContinental Hotels Group, where a world of professional opportunities exists.

SDM Planning Engineer Vacancy - Safaricom Limited

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We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the VAS Technical Department within the Technical Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

SDM Planning Engineer
Ref: TECHNICAL_SDMPE_JANUARY 2011

Reporting to the Principal Engineer SDM (Subscriber Data Management) Planning; the holder of the position will be responsible for evaluation of new and existing hardware, planning & design for new solutions, implementation and integration of new hardware/software, optimization of existing systems and internal process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Create key performance indicators for new products/services;
Play a lead role in marketing proposals, product & services vendor evaluation process; weighted evaluation for new hardware, features and services;
Design network for SDM for the new elements that are added and analyze it as required;
Minimize network and service impact for any change;
Create and update handover system configuration documentation after software/hardware upgrade;
Configure data for new systems with vendor engineer and create/adopt necessary work instruction for existing systems;
Perform S.W.O.T Analysis of projects and play a lead role in transference of SDM skills and knowledge technicians;
Analyze the effect of a new/improvement change before & after project implementation;
Build internal and external relationships with key customers and suppliers to deliver continuous quality solutions to business.

Minimum requirements

Degree/Diploma in either Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering or IT (Computing) – Operating systems, databases, LAN design and configuration, TCP/IP;
3 years working as an engineer in a telecommunications environment (vendor or operator);
Experience of GSM HLR will be an added advantage;
Experience of NSN NT-HLR and/or Nokia Profile Manager solutions will be an added advantage.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is 17th January 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

Value Add Services Manager Job Vacancy - Safaricom Limited

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The Value Add Service department within New Products Division is responsible for development and enhancement of products and services.

To build on the existing team of professionals, the department is now looking to fill the position below.

Value Add Services Manager
Ref: NP- VASM- JAN 2011

Reporting to the Head of Department VAS, the job holder will be responsible for project managing the development and enhancement of products and services through the established Gate Process.

In addition the person will research and inform the business of possible products and services that the business could introduce into the market based on market knowledge and analysis.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

Define strategy and roadmaps for individual Value added services and be accountable in specifying, developing, launching and managing new value added services based on developments in the market place and on the opportunities offered by developments in technology;
Project Management of the development / enhancement of products and services through the approved processes, using approved project management methodology;
Undertake post-launch reviews of all products and services to assess actual market take-up against anticipated take-up as presented in the Business Case;
Conduct market segmentation and sizing, competitive analysis, and evaluate technology trends to achieve product goals;
Understand end to end customer experience objectives;
Effective management of staff and resources allocated;
Report on functional activities to various Stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies:

Bachelors Degree in Commerce or a Technical field – Telecommunications, Engineering or Information Technology
Project management certified- PMP/PMI or equivalent;
7 years work experience in a technical area with experience to line management or senior engineer level;
Work experience in a technical field at line management or senior engineer level;
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously which have an impact across the company; customers and revenue generation capability of the organization;
Good understanding of financial principles;
Good understanding of regulatory framework for mobile operations particularly in the Kenyan environment
Good understanding of the Kenyan Market, subscriber preferences and trends;
A highly innovative, creative, results oriented individual with excellent analytical skills;
Attention to detail with good organizational, planning, report writing and presentation skills;
Proactive, confident, energetic with the ability to work under pressure on tight schedules;
A proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive, highly innovative and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to the address below.

All applications must be delivered on or before Tuesday, 11th January 2011.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Limited.
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

Medical Providers Relations Manager Job Vacancy - Resolution Health East Africa Limited

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Resolution Health East Africa Limited is a leading Medical Insurance Provider.

With over 60,000 members in our fold, we have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop products that are effective and relevant to our members. Resolution Health has over 250 medical service providers all across East Africa, a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.

The Resolution Health brand is energetic and trendy. In pursuit of our ambitious growth plan, we are looking to enroll as part of our Medical Operations Team an individual who has excellent communication skills with a customer service disposition and who can contribute by being an effective team player and is capable of maintaining positive, professional relationships with our medical service providers.

Key Responsibility Areas:

Audit the existing Medical Service Provider network to ensure that RHEAL’s protocols are adhered to;
Routinely train Medical Service Providers’ and specialists on RHEAL’s protocols ensuring that we have good PR with their personnel;
Maintain updated Medical Service Provider contracts;
Be the first point of contact for doctors, hospitals and clinics on dispute resolutions;
Maintain a weekly report on Medical Service Providers’ visits and issues handled;
Organize PR activations in coordination with the Marketing Manager with a view to enhance our relationship with our partners;
Attend all Medical Service Provider functions to ensure that RHEAL is updated on changes;

The right candidate must have the following:

KRN/KRCHN 5 years experience in managed care in a large modern hospital
2 Years experience working in a HMO/MIP setting in a senior Managed Care Position
Knowledge in computer skills an added advantage
Have a valid driving licence

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, kindly email your application letter, updated CV listing three references with their email or phone contacts, your age and expected remuneration package not later than Monday 10th January 2011 to hr@resolution.co.ke.

Ensure that you quote the position on your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To find out more about Resolution Health log on to www.resolution.co.ke

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Job Vacancy - PeaceNet Kenya

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PeaceNet Kenya is a national network of organizations and individuals focusing on building a culture of peace through strengthening broad based capacities to address conflict and security concerns in Kenya.

The vision of PeaceNet Kenya is ‘‘A Peaceful and Stable Society that Upholds Equity and Development’.

The organization intends to fill the following opportunity with a suitably qualified person that would steer it to excellence locally, regionally and internationally.

The Job: Chief Executive Officer

The Candidate:

Key Qualifications

Suitable candidates should:-

Have at least a Masters degree in social sciences preferably on peace, conflict and security studies or related fields.
Have at least 7 years work experience in managing non-profit organizations in Kenya and/or the East African region
Possess skills in donor relations and negotiation
Be an accomplished peace builder
Have experience in establishing national, regional and international linkages with peace building actors
Have demonstrated experience working with government or governmental/intergovernmental agencies.
Knowledge of the conflict situation in Kenya and the region as well as globally

Reports to: The Board of Trustees

Major Functions/Accountabilities:

Board Administration and Support -- Supports operations and administration of Board by advising and informing Board members, interfacing between Board and staff, and supporting Board's evaluation of Chief Executive
Managing financial resources. The CEO would recommend yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manages organization's resources within those budget guidelines according to current policies, laws and regulations
Human Resource Management. Effectively manages the human resources of the organization’s Secretariat according to authorized personnel policies and procedures in conformation to current laws and regulations
Community and Public Relations. Assures the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders
Fundraising. Local and overseas fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administrating fundraising records and documentation
Maintaining donors and partners relationships as well as creating/establishing new partnerships

Interested applicants should send their application letters with CVs and contacts of three referees

to chairman@peacenetkenya.or.ke

or by hand addressed to:

The Chairman
PeaceNet Kenya
Calendonia House
Maalim Juma Road Off Denis Pritt Road
Nairobi

By not later than COB on January 15, 2011,

Business Manager Job Vacancy - Inua Foundation

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Position: Business manager

Organization: Inua Foundation

Location: Nairobi

Responsible To: Program Manager

Position Outline:

Inua Foundation is a young non-profit organization whose vision is to empower slum dwelling women economically through employment and to sponsor education related costs for needy children.

The organization currently produces jewellery and crafts for sale as an income generating activity to support its initiatives.

The Business Manager will be responsible for managing current activities and setting up new income generating activities for the organization to supplement current income stream.

He/ she will provide administrative and logistical support to the office. This is a full time job with a one year contract.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Prepares weekly records to monitor and assess production.
Prepares and generates monthly reports to give status accounts of the business performance to management/board.
Sourcing for and maintaining sales avenues (Marketting) and partners for the various business activities.
Initiates new business ventures to supplement Inua’s income stream
Ensures statutory compliance for the business.
Making requisitions and sourcing for purchase of material and equipment needed for production/business.
Supervise jewellery production (quantity, quality, productivity, planning, material procurement)
Set quality and quantity standards for jewellery production
Managing, supervising and assessing production personnel
And any other duties assigned

Job requirements

Qualifications and skills

Proven experience in starting up/running a successful small/medium business enterprise including writing business proposals.
You have strong business acumen demonstrated by relevant trainings and experience.
You are a team player and problem solver
You have excellent planning and coordination skills
Ability to multitask and work with strict deadlines.
You have strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
You appreciate aesthetics and have good fashion colour-coordination.
You are flexible, creative and resourceful
You are competent in MS Office applications and have excellent communication skills.
You have good accounting skills.

Personal profile

The Business manager is an outgoing young person (25-34years) who is able to recognise opportunities and tap them.

This person is a team leader, works well without supervision, is innovative and has a good balance between office and field work, being able to manage both.

You are able to work in a multicultural setting adapting positively to the differences.

Does this description fit and interest you? Kindly forward your online application containing;

2-page CV
Detailed motivational letter explaining

why you are interested in this job
why you feel you are best suited for this job (qualifications, trainings/experience)
Current and expected salary.
Availability

DO NOT forward any other documents.

Deadline for application is 12th Jan 2011, applications sent after this date will not be considered.

Successful candidates will be requested to carry their supporting documents to the interview between 14th and 21st January 2011.

Qualified females are encouraged to apply.

Send application to the Program Manager via email info@inuafoundation.org

Data Entry Specialists Vacancies

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Data Entry specialists urgently required

Ref:003/11

20 positions

Location: Nairobi

Contract details: Temporary

Our client, one of the leading insurance companies in Kenya is looking for data entry specialists.

Candidates applying must have a minimum typing speed of 40 Words Per Minute and be ready to start work immediately.

Ideally we are targeting youth from informal settlements.

Candidate Profile

Committed, focused and determined to succeed in life.
Good computer keyboard skills- Typing speed over 40 Words Per Minute
Age: 20 to 30 years only

Interested?

Send your CV ONLY to recruit@flexi-personnel.com.

Kindly indicate the position ref on the subject line.

Trainers - Team Building and HR Management Job Vacancies - Frank international

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Frank international is an upcoming premier consulting firm involved in management consulting, training and recruitment.

We are currently looking for qualified trainers to be registered in our databank in the following areas:

Team Building
Human Resource Management

If you are interested and qualified kindly send CV quoting your training fee per day and a detailed application letter showing your previous training experience and referees of the same to frankintl.recruit@gmail.com

Copy Editor / Proof Reader Job Vacancy - Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA)

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Call for Copy Editor/Proof-reader

About IEA

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) is a public policy forum that seeks to facilitate the review of public policy from an informed perspective.

As such the Institute conducts research and subsequently taking it through the advocacy phase.

Ultimately, information generated at the IEA is passed on to the public so as to facilitate informed debate on public policy issues.

The IEA Publications

The IEA periodically publishes a number of documents that broadly fall in the categories of research papers and bulletins.

The Institute is looking for editors/proofreaders for both categories

The Editor/proof-reader

The Editor/proof-reader must:

Be fluent in written and spoken English
Have experience in editing/proofreading and in particular on economic policy issues
Have a university degree

The Editor’s Responsibilities Will Include:

Review copy for grammar, spelling and punctuation errors, word choice and formatting for consistency throughout the publication
Correcting errors, suggesting changes to improve readability, rewriting, checking basic facts, checking illustrations, tables and figures, checking references and notes
Applying consistent styles and formats to your text
Checking the layout of text before it is printed

If you meet the requirements above and are able to implement the tasks outlined, kindly send your application to the email address admin@ieakenya.or.ke below, attaching a detailed curriculum vitae with at least 2 referees, past experience if any in editorial work in particular research, and proposed fee structure.

The closing date for submission of application is 5.00 p.m. 11th January 2011.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Administration Officer Vacancy - Linksoft Communications Systems (K) Ltd

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About us

Linksoft Communications Systems (K) Ltd is a local telecommunications company established that offers turnkey telecommunications network infrastructure solutions which include supply of equipment, installation and testing, commissioning and maintenance of telecommunications networks.

The company aspires to be the leading Telecom Managed Services provider in the region

Administration Officer

The administration officer will have responsibility for the administration function in the Country office.

The duties include but are not limited to:

General office administration
Insurance
Tenancy administration
Security management
Utilities management

The job holder should have over 4 years of similar experience in a busy service sector.

They should have built a useful network with suppliers and other service providers in the course of their career.

Information Technology Officer

Reporting to the Group IT Specialist at the Group Head Office, the IT officer will have responsibility to implement the IT strategy in the country office.

First line support on all IT and computer hardware issues
Maintenance of IT and communications infrastructure in the country office
Apply technology to business problems
Maintain a technology disaster recovery plan

The jobholder will have a degree in BBIT, Computer science or IT with 3 years experience in a IT support role.

They will have a working knowledge of enterprise solutions.

Applications are invited from suitable candidates to jobs@linksoftsys.com to reach our office by 15th January 2011.

Graphic Designer Job Vacancy - Jenga Web

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Experience

As a minimum, the candidate must have 2 years related experience using computers for design and output of finished products.

Skills and Abilities

Expert proficiency in using desktop publishing software in a Windows environment
Excellent communication skills
Thorough understanding of the printing process
Knowledge of current graphic design trends
Be a Creative thinker
Knowledge of Web Graphics

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Conceptualize and design both new marketing material and marketing campaigns for clients e.g. logos, business cards, brochures, billboards etc.
Provide art direction to other graphic designer in marketing and to clients.
Provide customer service to clients, including providing realistic timescale for each job, giving progress up-dates, recommendations and information.

Professional Qualities

Leadership

Display a positive attitude.
Demonstrate flexibility in day-to-day work.
Have high personal standards for work performance and delivery.

Teamwork

Establish harmonious working relationships with team members.
Appreciate each team member's contributions and value each individual member.

Client Management

Use good judgment in what and how to communicate with clients
Value internal and external clients and responds to their needs as they arise.
Establish effective working relationship with clients.
Use good judgment in what and how to communicate with clients
Follow established interaction guidelines.

Organisational Responsibilities

Professional Development

Understand the professional development process and be actively involved in setting challenging goals and meeting them through continuous learning.
Seek input from mentors and supervisors.
Actively apply feedback received in day-to-day work and strive to improve performance.

Internal Operations

Accurately complete and submit time and expense reports in a timely manner.
Accurately complete and submit status reports in a timely manner.
Comply with all of our policies and procedures.

Interested parties e-mail your resume to: info@jengaweb.com

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