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Friday, June 3, 2011

Dotsavvy Limited : General Manager

Dotsavvy Limited (Dotsavvy) is an IT firm based in Nairobi Kenya. Now wants to recruit a general manager.

Dotsavvy is a market leader for its offerings in Kenya and a good number of East Africa’s leading businesses have been benefiting from our expertise and innovation for over 8 years.

You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at www.dotsavvyafrica.com.

Purpose of Position

The General Manager will lead the development and realization of Dotsavvy’s strategic plan so as to meet organizational objectives as per the requirements of the Board of Directors (Board).

Key Accountabilities:

* Strategy Development, Planning and Reporting
* Taking a proactive role in the formulation of future strategic objectives and bringing them to the Board for input, discussion and decision as to ratification.
* Ensuring that strong strategic and annual planning processes are in place to produce effective plans for approval by the Board.
* Ensuring that all financial and non financial reporting requirements are met on a timely and regular basis.
* Ensuring that reporting to the Board is always totally ‘transparent’ and on a no surprises basis.

Relationship Management

Developing and maintaining effective strategic relationships with key stakeholders including employees, shareholders, funders, sub-contractors, customers and strategic business partners.

Developing a wide range of relationships and networks with the local, national and international internet and digital marketing services industry to position Dotsavvy as a well known and credible organization.

Operational Management

* Ensuring that the day-to-day business operations at Dotsavvy are effectively and efficiently coordinated and implemented and conducted within the framework agreed to by the Board.
* Implement stringent project management processes to ensure the timely and cost effective development of the key projects and general service delivery activities undertaken by Dotsavvy.
* Maintaining effective working relationships with the management team and the Board.
* Develop and manage performance based contracts for the achievement of agreed service delivery targets for both employees and other business partners.
* Employee and Contractor Management and Leadership.
* Building and maintaining a high performance culture through effective performance management, communication and coaching of staff and contractors.
* Provide clear leadership and promote and foster a team culture consistent with the Dotsavvy’s core values.
* Ensuring the recruitment of appropriately skilled employees to positions, and establishing appropriate remuneration levels and performance based conditions for staff within the framework agreed to by the Board.

Key Competencies:

* Leadership
* Demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for an organization’s vision, and motivates, leads, and empowers others to achieve organizational goals.
* Inspires and leads others towards high levels of performance.
* Demonstrates an intellectual and professional leadership style that supports that attainment of respect and credibility by others.

Relationship Management

* Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
* Ability to influence or persuade others to gain acceptance or agreement of ideas and approaches.
* Problem Solving and Analysis.
* Ability to analyze complex work-related issues, draw correct conclusions and articulate clear and focused action plans to stakeholders.
* Ability to understand business related issues and make systematic and rational judgments based on the relevant information.
* Strategy Formulation.
* Ability to formulate strategies and policies, and create new approaches in adverse situations.
* Ability to take a broad based view of issues and events, and have an understanding of their longer-term impact or wider implications.
* Ability to translate strategies into strategic and operational activities.
* Communication Skills.
* Ability to assimilate complex issues and use appropriate communication strategies to influence Dotsavvy stakeholders.
* Ability to actively listen, seek information, and ask questions to ensure the understanding of underlying concerns of others.
* Understanding of Business, Government and Industry Processes
* Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of, and experience in government, business and internet industry processes.
* Politically astute; is able to read situations aptly and exhibit sound judgment.
* Understands how people work and has a positive non-threatening presence which commands respect from employees and other Dotsavvy stakeholders.

Interpersonal Style

* Has a personal commitment to organizational excellence; displays honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of ethics in all decision and actions.
* Is resilient; remains calm and deliberate under conditions of stress
* Maintains a positive non-threatening presence which commands respect from employees and other Dotsavvy stakeholders.

Personal Organization

* Has the ability to organize time to the best advantage of Dotsavvy.
* Manages competing demands to maintain a healthy balance between work, family and community activities.
* Maintains and manages personal health and fitness.
* Governance/Management.
* Experience in working with boards of directors providing professional, accurate, and strategic advice.
* Ability in implementing and delivering on boards of directors’ decisions and policies.
* Understands the interface between the role of directors and management.
* Has an understanding of and commitment to being an equal opportunities employer.
* To be successful in the position of General Manager, you will need to show:
* Accuracy, reliability and enthusiasm.
* Previous and recent experience in a similar environment.
* Flexibility with working hours.
* An outgoing, confident individual with initiative.
* “Can do” attitude

The General Manager applicant needs to have a Bachelors Degree in Business, IT or a related field (A Masters Degree in Management would be an added advantage), 2+ years of experience in a similar position and at least 3 credible references.

If you think you qualify kindly send us your credentials by the 15th June 2011 on jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com with the subject line “General Manager – Dotsavvy

More Jobs and Vacancies in East Africa available here

East Africa Vacancies


Dotsavvy: Front-end Designer

Dotsavvy is a market leader for its offerings in Kenya and a good number of East Africa’s leading businesses have been benefiting from our expertise and innovation for over 8 years.

You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at www.dotsavvyafrica.com.

Purpose of Position:

The Front-end Designer position entails designing web site user interfaces and integrating back-end applications. In addition, enhancing the design and usability of existing web sites is also required.

You must be must be highly motivated, creative, technically adept, work independently and or in a team and be able to communicate well both verbally and in written form.

The following key aspects also apply:

* Contribute to the development of web site user interfaces and internet applications on time and according to project budgets and will be committed to continuously improving and sharing your technical expertise.
* Participate in technical design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of web sites.
* Report on the status of efforts, identifying issues that inhibit the attainment of project goals and implementing corrective action.
* Remain up to date on web technologies, evaluate software packages and make recommendations to management.
* Have a passion for bringing the user’s perspective into the design and development process.
* Be able to understand business needs behind client requirements and design effective web site solutions to meet business needs.
* Design and development of prototypes and storyboards to effectively communicate design direction to the production team.
* Identify and solve technical challenges of existing and new web design components.
* Development of UI standards for the development team.
* Conduct usability analysis of existing functionality

Front-end Designer Job Requirements:

The Web/Graphic Designer will also meet the following requirements:

* Demonstrated ability to work against a plan and meet deadlines.
* Detail oriented and analytical.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to complete work assignments and achieve results in an ambiguous work environment.
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites, Flash, PHP Programming, CSS, Java and JavaScript, HTML, MySQL and CGI Scripting.
* Have well-developed interpersonal skills.
* Have an ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral, in clear, concise and timely fashion.
* Openly and actively communicate information.
* Accountable for personal performance.
* Build and leverage a network of experts within and external to Dotsavvy to supplement one’s own expertise.
* Function effectively in a virtual team environment.
* Learn new concepts quickly and apply them in the course of his/her work.
* Assist in the definition of technical requirements in response to internal and external customer needs, ensuring clear priorities are set.
* Lead the scoping of technical solutions in response to client requirements, working with software engineers, graphic designers, quality assurance and release management functions.
* Manage all aspects of client projects through the lifecycle delivering to time and budget, (including Risk, Quality, third party milestones), ensuring that the solution meets the client requirements.
* Communicate project plans to the client.
* Assist the Business Development team in pre-sales roles where necessary.
* Contribute to other areas of the business and undertake additional responsibilities where necessary.

To be successful in the position of Front-end Designer, you will need to show:

* Accuracy, reliability and enthusiasm.
* Previous and recent experience in a similar environment.
* Flexibility with working hours.
* An outgoing, confident individual with initiative.
* “Can do” attitude

The applicant needs to have a Bachelors Degree in IT or a related field or a relevant Diploma, 2+ years of experience in a similar position and at least 3 credible references.

If you think you qualify kindly send us your credentials by the 15th June 2011 on jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com with the subject line “Front-end Designer – Dotsavvy”.

More Jobs and Vacancies in East Africa available here

East Africa Vacancies


Jhpiego-Kenya: Deputy Country Director & Communications Officer

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is an international NGO supporting health programs to improve the health of women and their families.

Jhpiego-Kenya works in close collaboration with both the Ministry of Medical Services and the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation in the areas of HIV, Malaria, TB, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Reproductive Health and Family Planning.

We are currently recruiting experienced individuals with excellent technical skills, who are team players, dedicated, hardworking, innovative, highly motivated and able to work on a high pressure environment requiring multi-tasking abilities.

Deputy Country Director

Reporting to the Kenya Country Director, the Deputy Country Director will provide high level managerial and technical oversight and guidance to Jhpiego Kenya programs.

S/he will work closely with the Country Director, who is responsible for the strategic direction and technical oversight for the Kenya office.

S/he will also work closely with program implementation teams to ensure project resources are applied appropriately (e.g. human, financial and material) and program targets and deadlines are met.

Key technical areas for support include reproductive health, family planning, malaria, TB, HIV/AIDS, maternal, newborn and child health, and urban health.

Responsibilities:

* Provide programmatic and strategic leadership and set priorities for programs in collaboration with the Country Director and program teams.
* Represent Jhpiego to donors and partners.
* Represent Jhpiego in public and professional circles through meetings and conferences.
* Supervise program management staff and consultants; oversee preparation of annual work plans, implementation and reporting of project activities.
* Liaise with Jhpiego/Baltimore technical team to ensure Jhpiego standards and approaches are met.
* Mentor, support, and manage a team of highly qualified staff and align their efforts in concert with program goals.
* Contribute to proposal management, design, writing, and editing and contribute to new program development.
* Guide the analysis, synthesis and reporting of project outputs and results in close collaboration with the M&E team.
* Provide updates to the County Director on the progress made, direction, approaches and successes of programs and share experiences and lessons learned among staff.

Requirements:

* Graduate degree in Public Health, Clinical or related field
* More than 10 years of professional, progressively more responsible management experience in international public health programs.
* More than 5 years’ senior level working relationship with international donor agencies’ programs and policies, particularly USAID’s.
* Previous experience establishing and/or managing a field office for an international health program.
* Must have demonstrated significant knowledge of one or more of the following areas: reproductive health, child health, TB, malaria and/or HIV/AIDS.
* First-hand experience in strengthening of health services, health provider training, performance improvement, or supervision.
* Superior human resource management skills.
* Trustworthy and track record of impeccable integrity.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and with pleasant and outgoing personality.
* Excellent verbal, written communications and presentation skills.
* Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS Office.

Communications Officer

Reporting to the Country Director, the Communications Officer will raise the profile and visibility of Jhpiego in Kenya.

S/he will communicate the work of Jhpiego to key constituents, including but not limited to the Government of Kenya, donor agencies, policy makers, partner organizations, the media, and academic and research institutions.

S/he will communicate the mission, projects, events, resources and success stories as well as plan and coordinate promotional events and develop strategic communications, to various targeted audiences.

S/he will direct the development of multi-media user friendly communications for all Jhpiego activities.

Responsibilities:

* Write stories/narratives about the work of Jhpiego and share with media outlets.
* Work closely with staff in Communications and External Relations team in Baltimore to develop accurate, creative story ideas for a variety of media.
* Write narratives and program information in a reader friendly manner for use on the Jhpiego website, Jhpiego Quarterly newsletter and other communications.
* Develop talking points for staff for media events.
* Write program descriptions and information for usage on website and in various other media outlets and sources including social networking sites.
* Assist in the coordination of public affairs, media and external events.
* Work with Jhpiego Kenya senior staff on fundraising initiatives providing input and communications support as needed.

Qualifications:

* Possess a master’s degree in communications, mass media, journalism, public relations or its equivalent.
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior level managing communications with NGOs, media houses or a development agency.
* Ability to communicate and to confidently engage with high ranking government and donor partners.
* Understanding of communications channels, including electronic and print media.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
* Knowledge of best practices in communications and public relations, including multimedia, online, print and emerging social media.
* Excellent organizational skills including the ability to multitask even under pressure of deadlines.
* Be computer literate and proficient in desk top publishing skills.

Interested applicants should send a CV with three referees and detailed cover letter to the following email address by 17th June 2011: HR-Kenya@jhpiego.net indicating how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

A competitive remuneration will be offered according to qualifications and experience.

Only those selected for interview will be contacted

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer

More Jobs and Vacancies in East Africa available here

East Africa Vacancies


Dotsavvy Kenya: Account Manager

Dotsavvy Kenya is an IT company specializes in web site design and development, digital marketing, E-business applications and related services in Kenya.

Dotsavvy is a market leader for its offerings in Kenya and a good number of East Africa’s leading businesses have been benefiting from our expertise and innovation for over 8 years.

You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at www.dotsavvyafrica.com.
Purpose of the Account Manager Job Position

Dotsavvy is looking to recruit an Account Manager to assume responsibility of managing service delivery to our clients as well as identifying new business opportunities.

This position will entail the following responsibilities:

* Acting as a principle business contact to a selection of our clients.
* Taking ownership of client relationships
* Responsible for identifying opportunities within client accounts to improve customer service and minimize cost
* Project co-ordination
* The skills required to be successful in the Account Manager position include the following:
* Strong communication and influencing skills along with the ability to drive and co-ordinate projects.
* Account management experience is essential
* Direct operational experience within a ICT and/or marketing environment.
* Flair for ICT and excellent presentation skills
* Service orientation with a natural instinct to take ownership
* 2+ years in operational and client management experience
* Preferably Degree/Diploma level education (Equivalent as a result of work experience can be considered adequate).

To be successful in the job of Account Manager, you will need to show:

* Accuracy, reliability and enthusiasm.
* Previous and recent experience in a similar environment.
* Flexibility with working hours.
* An outgoing, confident individual with initiative.
* “Can do” attitude

The applicant needs to have a Bachelors Degree in Business, Communications or IT, 2+ years of experience in a similar position and at least 3 credible references.

If you think you qualify kindly send us your credentials by the 15th June 2011 on jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com with the subject line “Account Manager – Dotsavvy”.

More Jobs and Vacancies in East Africa available here

East Africa Vacancies


Practical Action: Jobs and Vacancies

Practical Action is an international development agency working with poor communities to help them choose and use technology to improve their lives today and for generations to come.

We are seeking to recruit highly motivated, results-oriented and proactive team players to fill the following positions:

1. Practical Answers/Communications Manager

Based in Nairobi

Reporting to the Regional Director, this senior management position is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of our Practical Answers & Communications Unit ensuring delivery of activities that will ensure sharing of knowledge on poverty alleviating technologies and dissemination of information on Practical Action’s Programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the development of innovative information, knowledge generation and dissemination strategies implemented by the Unit based on cost effectiveness, impact, scalability and sustainability
* Review innovative approaches and technologies developed by Practical Action and other relevant agencies with an aim to broaden our institutional knowledge base
* Drive forward and manage partnerships within the country and region with local NGOs, CBOs, Government departments and other relevant partners for the dissemination of information and knowledge materials
* Develop proposals for future work and secure funding for Practical Answers/Communications Unit through liaison with donors
* Develop programmes for capacity building of local partners and community-based actors to develop and disseminate locally relevant knowledge products
* Oversee the design and production of publicity materials that depict our work and project a positive image of the organization
* Raise Practical Action’s institutional profile and strengthen our brand as an innovative technology based development agency
* Develop annual business plans and budgets for the Units, oversee their management and implementation
* Line manage Unit staff
* Nurture and maintain strong working relationships with other programmes in the region and within our global network

Qualifications, skills and competencies:

* Masters degree in communication/ journalism/ or related discipline
* Post graduate diploma in Project Management, Public Relations, or relevant field
* Minimum 7 years relevant working experience, of which 3 should have been at managerial level
* Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with fluency in both English and Kiswahili
* A flair for creative writing and innovation in the field of information transfer
* A proven track record in designing communication projects, developing proposals and fundraising
* Working knowledge of technical skills such as videoing and the use of ICT’s
* Working knowledge of M&E systems for communication and knowledge sharing projects.

2. Area Coordinator – Lake Victoria Cluster
Based in Kisumu

Reporting to the Team Leader, the successful candidate will head up Practical Action’s Lake Victoria Cluster and ensure leadership, management, continuous development and implementation of programme activities in the Cluster.

He/she will provide technical input in conceptual framework for Energy work within our programmes of work.

Key Responsibilities:

* Take lead in the development of Energy project designs that are strategically aligned with Practical Action’s programmes of work
* Take lead in programme development and fundraising for Energy programme activities
* Engage in Energy policy advocacy and networking at local, national and regional levels
* Ensure timely and accurate development of operational budgets; monitor and manage individual project expenditure to ensure cost effectiveness and compliance with budgetary requirements
* Coordinate and manage the implementation of projects within the cluster in compliance with donor requirements
* Ensure programme reports achieve organizational standards and fulfill donor requirements
* Effectively document and share projects outputs and learning
* Manage the organization’s resources and assets within the cluster
* Mentor, motivate and line manage programme staff so as to achieve high levels of performance
* Develop, maintain and promote Practical Action’s image within the cluster

Qualifications, skills and competencies:

* Bachelors degree in relevant Engineering discipline or relevant Energy field
* Post graduate diploma in project management, community development or related field
* Minimum five years working experience in development work or relevant field of which two must be at management level
* Proven experience in project/programme identification and design
* Proven financial and personnel management skills
* Excellent advocacy and networking skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

3. Area Coordinator – Nairobi/Nakuru Cluster

Based in Nairobi

Reporting to the Team Leader, the successful candidate will head up Practical Action’s Nairobi/Nakuru Cluster and ensure leadership, management, continuous development and implementation of programmes activities in the Cluster.

Key Responsibilities:

* Champion the development of water and sanitation programme within the cluster in line with Practical Action’s strategy
* Coordinate and manage the implementation of WatSan projects within the cluster in compliance with donor requirements
* Ensure timely and accurate development of operational budgets; monitor and manage individual project expenditure to ensure cost effectiveness and compliance with budgetary requirements
* Ensure programme reports achieve organizational standards and fulfill donor requirements
* Take lead in programme development and fundraising for WatSan programme activities
* Develop and maintain links with local governance structures, other development agencies, partner organizations and community groups in the cluster
* Effectively document and share projects outputs and learning
* Manage the organization’s resources and assets within the cluster and line manage staff
* Develop, maintain and promote Practical Action’s image within the cluster

Qualifications, skills and competencies:

* Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering/Science or related development discipline
* Post graduate diploma in Project Management, Community Development or related field
* Minimum five years working experience in development work or relevant field of which two must be at management level
* Proven experience in project/programme identification and design
* Proven financial and personnel management skills
* Excellent advocacy and networking skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

4. Personal Assistant to the Regional Director

Based in Nairobi

Reporting to the Regional Director, the successful candidate will provide effective administrative support to the Directorate office to enable the Regional Director to focus on strategic management roles and programmes development.

Key Responsibilities:

* Screen telephone calls, enquiries and requests and handle them appropriately
* Handle routine correspondence and make follow up on pending matters with limited direction
* Organize and maintain the Regional Director’s diary and make appointments
* Organize and attend meetings, take minutes and ensure the Regional Director is well-prepared for meetings
* Maintain proper filling system and update Directorate Sharepoint site
* Serve as focal point for general communications and announcements for the Regional office, to/from UK and other country offices
* Work closely with Managers to ensure the Regional Director is briefed on important issues
* Carry out specific assignments as assigned by the Regional Director and present findings
* Handle all travel and accommodation arrangements for the Regional Director
* Serve as the contact person for international visitors to the EA regional office; including their travel and accommodation arrangements

Qualifications, skills and competencies:

* At least Diploma in Secretarial Studies/Business Administration or relevant field
* At least two years relevant work experience
* Excellent administrative and organizational skills and ability to prioritize appropriately
* Good inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team
* Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

5. Accounts / Administrative Assistant

Based in Kisumu

Reporting on a day to day basis to the Area Coordinator and functionally to the Financial Accountant in Nairobi Office, the successful candidate will be responsible for all financial and administrative duties in the field office.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide support to project staff in financial and administrative matters, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor requirements
* Monitor project expenditures in line with approved budgets
* Assist in the preparation of new project budgets
* Ensure that all expenses are captured and coded accurately and ensure timely and accurate processing of payments
* Ensure timely cheque and cash disbursement according to established procedures
* Manage the cash balances in the field office and ensure adequate cash is available for project implementation
* Ensure timely submission of financial records to the Nairobi office
* Provide timely logistical support to the field office
* Coordinate use of timesheets and allocation of costs to the respective projects
* Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, skills and competencies:

* Diploma in Business Management
* Minimum CPA Part 1
* At least two years work experience in a relevant field
* Knowledge of accounting packages and proficiency in MS Office

Applications

* Strong analytical and organizational skills and high level of integrity
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualified and interested candidates should submit an application letter together with a CV and names of three professional referees to Practical Action by email to: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke to be received no later than 17th June 2011.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Practical Action is an “equal opportunities” employer

More Jobs and Vacancies in East Africa available here

East Africa Vacancies


EGPAF: Technical Advisor, Health Systems Strengthening & HIV Program Officers

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is an internationally recognized leader in the fight against pediatric HIV/AIDS, working to eradicate pediatric HIV infection through research, advocacy, and the delivery of comprehensive HIV services to women, children, and their families in 17 countries globally.

Since 2000, the Foundation in Kenya has expanded from a small HIV and AIDS initiative to a large prevention, care, and treatment program covering several regions in Kenya.

EGPAF in Kenya is currently looking to recruit for the following positions:

Technical Advisor , Health Systems Strengthening- ( Re -Advertisement)

The Role:

Located in Kisumu and reporting to the Deputy Director you will be responsible for providing technical assistance to the APHIA plus project by supporting the strengthening of Districts Health Service Delivery Systems .

You will represent the Project up to the Provincial level while having effective interactions with the government officials, partners, donors and other cooperating agencies to further the aims of the project.

To that end you will ensure that project staffs maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with all Zone 1-based stakeholders and collaborating agencies.

The Person:

To be successful in this role you will require a minimum of 5 years proven senior management experience in managing Health Service Projects in resource limited settings

This should be with USAID or other donor funded projects.

A Masters Degree in Public Health or other related field is a pre requisite for this role.

You will have Technical expertise and knowledge of the Kenyan health services sector and proven experience in sound financial grant management.

You will have demonstrated experience in organizational systems strengthening and capacity building.

In addition, you will have demonstrated experience in working collegially with MOH and other officials from the private, public, commercial and NGO Sector while demonstrating leadership working and collaborating with all Zone 1-based stakeholders and collaborating agencies. Ability to travel 30% of your time is essential.

HIV Program Officers (Nyanza and Western Province)

The Role:

You will be responsible for providing day to day contact with ART and PMTCT sites thus providing technical support in integrated HIV services to APHIA plus supported sites in Zone 1.

You will develop and maintain close relationship between the DHMT and the health facility on APHIA plus related issues.

You will participate in District AOP planning, monitoring and evaluation activities including preparing District / Facility work plans, monthly and quarterly progress reports. You will assist the District teams to develop and implement quality assurance programs. You will ensure psychological support activities are undertaken at the project sites

The Person:

To achieve these results, you will be a Diploma holder in Clinical Medicine (RCO) or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing. You should be registered by the relevant professional Board.

You will be trained in provision of comprehensive care for HIV AIDs and PMTCT with hands on experience in managing HIV AIDS patients. NGO or project implementation experience will be an added advantage.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application attaching current resume’ to: kenyarecruitment@pedaids.org

The closing date is 14th June 2011

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Those who had previously applied for the HSS Technical Advisor role need not re- apply.

EGPAF is mainly funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and UNICEF

EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our web site www.pedaids.org for more details on the Foundation

More Jobs and Vacancies in East Africa available here

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Inmobia: Mobile Content Manager & Regional Sales Manager

Inmobia is a worldwide leading provider of mobile platforms and services for mobile operators, media, advertising and digital companies, as well as financial and health organizations.

Inmobia is a Danish company, founded in 1998 with offices in Scandinavia, Kenya, Nigeria, Bahrain, Nicaragua, Colombia, Mexico and USA.

Due to our rapid expansion across the African continent we seek to recruit suitably qualified, enthusiastic and highly dynamic people for our African Headquarters in Nairobi.

Please find further information about our company on www.inmobia.com.

Mobile Content Manager

Job description:

* Handling and sourcing of local and international mobile content - music, images, video and games, etc.
* To coordinate the planning, maintenance and accessibility of mobile content on portals and SMS, as well as related services.
* Negotiate content with suppliers of mobile content.
* Research, test and implement new initiatives within mobile content, as well as reporting.
* Issue regular roadmap of mobile content portfolio.

Skills & background:

* Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Marketing or Project Management.
* Experience from and passion for the entertainment media such as print/online media etc.
* Experience within Telecoms can be an advantage.
* Computer literacy and fluency in English and Kiswahili - written and spoken. French an advantage.
* Project management skills, good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
* A team player, self-motivated and results-oriented person.

To be considered for the position, please email your application to job@inmobia.com:

* Application letter in Word or PDF, max 1 page.
* CV in Word or PDF document, max 3 pages.
* References.

Application deadline: 15th June 2010.

Regional Sales Manager

Job description:

* To manage sales in the region and be responsible for meeting the budget goals.
* Managing a team of Country Sales Managers in allocated region.
* To personally meet with relevant customers in the region.
* Efficiently communicate technical matters between Inmobia and its customers.
* Ability to develop new ideas and drive improvements.

Skills & background:

* MBA, Degree/Diploma in marketing, account managing or customer service.
* Key Account management experience from technology-based solutions provider, preferably within Regional Telecoms in Africa.
* Successful track record in introducing new products and solutions.
* Specific competence: Good language, organizational skills and computer literacy. Must be fluent in written/spoken English.
* Occupational Skills: Excellent communication, excellent negotiation, interpersonal, presentation and reporting skills. Should have a positive attitude to acquire more skills.
* Personal Traits: A strong sense of responsibility and accountability, Self-motivated, and focused on delivering results against objectives. Should be a team player and able to resolve conflicts within projects including human aspects.

To be considered for the position, please email your application to job@inmobia.com:

* Application letter in Word or PDF document, max 1 page.
* CV in Word or PDF document format, maximum 3 pages.
* Min. 3 references

Salary: To be negotiated. Application deadline: 10th June 2011

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Eskom Uganda: Information Management Officer

Eskom Uganda is a wholly owned subsidiary of Eskom Holdings South Africa and is registered as a limited liability company in Uganda. The company generates 66% of Uganda’s electrical energy, operates within a framework of four contracts, and has its own board of directors. Eskom Uganda is hereby inviting applications from persons interested in the vacancy below:

Position: Information Management Officer

Reports to: Business Systems Officer

Reference No: EUL/ EM/2011- 5

Role definition:
The primary responsibility of this position will be to manage all Business information and provide services for information storage, access, dissemination, recovery and security for Eskom Uganda Limited.

Key Result Areas:

1. Provide first line support to end users for all business information management activities

2. Ensure that all business electronic information, e.g. reports, policies, procedures, standards, work packages, etc are duly posted on the intranet.

3. Overseeing digitizing of all hardcopy business information.

4. Cataloguing, classifying and storing electronic business information.

5. Maintaining content on the Intranet and EUL Website making sure information is up to date, consistent, comprehensive, and easily accessible

6. Manage access to electronic business information by setting access permissions/ levels according to management policy

7. Participate in identifying the need for new systems or modification of existing systems.

8. Documenting MIS/EIS and developing functional requirements document for new MIS/EIS

9. Co-ordinate and manage document and knowledge assets’ warehousing processes.

10. Maintain Information Systems to ensure efficient operation across the organisation

11. Ensure a well controlled data and information management environment including interim and monthly backups of all business information.

12. Documenting backup and recovery procedures.

13. Participate in designing and implementation of data warehouse, business intelligence, KPI Dashboards and balanced scorecards.

14. Participate in information risk and data security management, and information security awareness program.

15. Training staff how to use the information systems.

16. Implement and maintain an information management strategy

17. Implement information systems security controls in compliance with organizational policies, procedures and standards.

The suitable candidates for this post should have:

i) Minimum Academic Requirement:

ii) Degree in Information Systems, Information Science, Information Technology or Computer Science

iii) Relevant Experience 2 years experience in information management.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Interested candidates should send their application letters, copies of academic certificates and CV including three referees to the following address not later than Friday,10th June, 2011 at 5.00 p.m.

Resources Department
Eskom Uganda Limited
Nalubaale Power Station, P.O. Box 942, Jinja
Uganda
Tel: +256 43 121416, Fax: +256 43 123154

Email: Recruitment@eskom.co.ug

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Bilashaka Flowers: Accountant

Bilashaka Flowers Ltd is a leading grower and exporter of fresh cut flowers to the European market. We are based 31 kms from Naivasha town In Kenya along Moi North Lake Road.

We would like to fill the following Accountant job which has arisen in our establishment.

Farm Accountant Qualifications:

Degree in Finance/Accounts and CPA (Kenya) or equivalent
At least 5 years accounting experience
Well versed in computerized accounting applications
Good understanding of statutory requirements in Kenya
High level of integrity and confidentiality

Please send or drop a job application letter and a copy of CV to the undersigned to reach the office on or before 10th June 2011.

The Human Resource Manager
Bilashaka Flowers Ltd
P.O. Box 2040
Naivasha, Kenya

Or

Send your documents to HRM.bilashaka@zuurbier.com

Bilashaka is an Equal Opportunity Employer in Kenya

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