LG Electronics Africa: Assistant Manager Marketing & Corporate Communication and Digital Marketing Manager

LG Electronics Africa Logistics FZE (LGEEF) with its HQ in Seoul, South Korea is growing heavily and is looking for the best people in the industry.

We are looking for personnel with the energy and commitment to develop and grow in a dynamic organization.

Assistant Manager Marketing & Corporate Communication

Reporting to: Marketing Manager

Grade: G1

Working Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

* Managing and controlling marketing budgets to ensure marketing objectives are met and any deviation corrected and reported
* Planning, management and controlling of marketing budgets, activities execution monitoring, redirecting and measurement
* Assisting in developing, communicating and implement marketing objectives, strategies, and plans in support of the strategic business plan leveraging on all elements of the marketing mix
* Assist in managing brand identity and give lead guidance to achieve and maintain annual set targets for brand awareness, preference and TOM
* Assist in giving creative guidance on ATL/BTL approach while monitoring and ensuring conformity with brand guidelines. Lead local customization of global ATL/BTL campaigns within the context of local markets while maintaining the initial global objective of the campaign
* Assist in leading marketing research and market intelligence to provide leadership in product launch, positioning, pricing and trade promotions
* Assist in aligning business units objectives with sales channels targets across all product portfolios to grow market share and sustain brand leadership
* Assist in managing external corporate communications, sponsorships and CSR initiatives to enhance brand equity

Qualifications & need competence:

* Masters degree in a marketing field or strategic management
* Strategic marketing skills
* Analytical skills
* Negotiation skills
* Project management skills
* Brand management experience
* Local creative experience
* PR & corporate communication experience
* Financial acuity

Other General Skills and Experience:

* At least 3 years Marketing experience with excellent communication, interpersonal skills and good command of English Language.
* Ability to strategically think and make independent decisions.
* A team player with good understanding of marketing concepts.

Digital Marketing Manager

Reporting to: Marketing Manager

Grade: G1

Working Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reporting to the Marketing Manager this person will be responsible for streamlining LG’s Brand & Communication Strategy through Digital Marketing across LGEEF countries.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Website maintenance

2. Project Supervision & Development

a. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) project

b. Arabic B2C web portal

c. Development of innovative ideas for ‘Win big with LG’ campaign to spark interest in young generation and create a future pool for loyal consumers

d. Banner Campaigns for product launch and other offline marketing activities

3. Work Closely with procurement team for the selection of vendors for digital marketing activities

4. Communicate with digital media agencies for online activities

5. Online Customer queries

6. Sending eNewsletter (for online events and product updates)

7. Coordinate with HQ/LG CNS team for production and maintenance of web portal

8. Overall responsibility of Digital marketing activities and Coordinate with all departments

9. Digital marketing in-charge for all offline campaigns

10. Upgrade skills through online/offline courses available.

11. Develop & Coach team member for digital media assigned to the department.

Qualifications & Experience:

* Over 8 years of Digital marketing experience
* Understanding different areas of digital marketing
* Designing/development of websites
* Maintenance (correction of errors, development of creatives, uploading of contents, modification) of web portal
* Negotiating skills with agencies/vendors
* Interpersonal skills to deal with different levels of business units
* Supervisory skills to manage and coach subordinates.
* Graphic Designing Tools
* Adobe CS Collection: Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, InDesign, Fire Works
* AutoCAD2007
* Web Designing Tools
* Html
* Dhtml
* JavaScript
* Website designing & Maintenance
* Developing Banner Creatives
* Maintenance (correction of errors, uploading of contents, editing of contents) of web portal
* Designing & Editing Tools
* Adobe CS Collection: Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, In Design, Fireworks, After Effects, Premiere
* Web Designing Tools
* Dreamweaver
* HTML
* Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Remuneration: Attractive package will be offered to successful applicant commensurate with their demonstrated skills and abilities.

Interested individuals should forward their application with three references indicating their experience and suitability to: Chadwick.safu@lge.com on or before 9th September 2011.

Short listing will be done on a continuous basis and only successful candidates will be invited for an interview

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Kenya Pharma: Electronic Supply Chain Management Technical Assistant

The primary objective of the USAID / Kenya Pharma project is to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable pharmaceutical supply chain management system.

The project aims to forecast, procure, store, and distribute drugs, supplies, and equipment needed for the care and treatment of persons with HIV / AIDS in Kenya.

The project is currently seeking to fill the following vacancy:

Position Title: Electronic Supply Chain Management Technical Assistant

Reports to: Electronic Supply chain Manager.

Location: Nairobi.

The Overall Role of the position

The electronic supply chain management system, or e-SCM, is a real-time Internet-based supply chain management system. The eSCM technical Assistant’s primary role is to assist in all data issues within the electronic supply chain management system (eSCM).

Task & Responsibilities:

1. Receive data forms (orders and reports): Ensure all orders and reports are received from the order management teams either through download from kenyapharmaorders@gmail.com account, through fax, or manual forms. He/she should liaise with the eSCM manager to ensure all issues arising from missing orders, blank orders, duplicate orders are resolved within the shortest time and in the most appropriate manner possible

2. Filing orders and reports: Ensure all orders received are printed out, arranged in an organized manner and filed according to the year and month in which they are received. The eSCM technical assistant is responsible for ensuring an efficient filling system for all orders and reports. Work closely with the eSCM Manager in the maintenance of a filing, archiving and retrieval system in electronic and hard copy format for orders and reports

3. Data Entry: Under the direct supervision of the eSCM manager, capture all historical and current data from the SDPs orders, reports and patient summary into the eSCM system, while undertaking continuous quality checks to ensure the data captured is free from errors, omissions and inconsistencies.

4. Data cleaning: Under the supervision and guidance of the eSCM manager, and in consultation with the pharmaceutical specialists and the field teams, undertake continuous data integrity checks, data cleaning and verification. The eSCM Technical Assistant will also work under the guidance of the eSCM in generating specific data records, and prepare data cleaning schedules.

5. Management of eSCM primary data: Under the supervision of the eSCM manager, and in consultations with pharmaceutical specialists and the field teams, update and maintain correct and up-to-date eSCM primary data with respect to heath facility lists, drug names, regimens list, users list, etc.

6. User support in using of eSCM: Receive and act on user calls and emails to support users in their day to day use of the eSCM.

7. Test the eSCM functionalities: Under the supervision of the eSCM manager, perform period and adhoc testing on the functionality and usability of the eSCM to ensure that new and existing functionalities work as per users’ request.

8. Provide windows and web applications support – the eSCM assistant will also assist users in troubleshooting windows and web applications in the absence of the IT Assistant

9. Assist the eSCM manager in updating the eSCM website, modify and compile code and training eSCM users.

10. Perform other tasks assigned by the eSCM Manager that are consistent with the eSCM technical assistant’s skills and experience and this Scope of Work.

Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Information Technology and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Knowledge of systems development life cycle and web applications
* One to two years relevant experience in windows and web environment
* Thorough knowledge of computer-based information systems.
* Strong organizational and prioritization skills required.
* Ability to work both independently and in a team required.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team.

Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter indicating their suitability to this role, together with a copy of an updated resume to recruit@kenyaPharma.org on or before 7th September, 2011

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Finlays: Jobs and Vacancies

Finlays is a vertically integrated and geographically diversified agri-business that takes a leadership role in sustainability.

The group has established itself as a reliable, responsible, innovative and sustainable producer with a deep knowledge and passion for its products.

Sustainability is pivotal to the group’s success and it lies at the heart of what Finlays does and stands for.

Finlays is Kenya’s largest agricultural export group employing over 22,000 people and annually exporting over 300 million stems of flowers, 7 million kilos of vegetables, 26 million kilos of black tea and 3 million kilos of tea extract.

The organisation is geographically located in Nairobi, Naivasha, Kericho, Mt. Kenya and Mombasa and works with 1,200 vegetable out growers and 10,000 tea out growers.

The vacancies below have arisen for dynamic and self focused self starters with a passion for excellence, customers, people development and quality products.

Packhouse Manager - Flowers, Naivasha

The Job

Based in our Naivasha Region, the Packhouse Manager will have the following responsibilities:

* providing leadership and direction to the packhouse teams;
* ensuring flowers are processed as per the customer specifications;
* maintaining quality product output;
* packhouse team performance appraisal and development;
* ensuring profitable use of company property;
* enforcing health and safety procedures and policies in the packhouse;
* inspecting packhouse documents to ensure accuracy and consistency at all times; and
* ensure there is efficient product grading and processing.

The Person

We require a candidate with the following qualifications:

* a graduate from a recognized university preferably in an agricultural related discipline;
* knowledge of Packhouse operations/ systems management;
* minimum 3 years experience in a similar role;
* highly developed team working, communication and interpersonal skills
* knowledge of the principles of Kaizen will be an added advantage

Spray Supervisors - Flowers, Mt Kenya

The Job

Based in our Mt Kenya Region operations, located at the outskirts of Nanyuki Town, the Spray Supervisors will have the following responsibilities:

* monitoring, reporting and instituting control measures on all pests and diseases in the section;
* training; instructing and instituting follow ups on all plant management activities that drive production;
* proactive planning of daily activities and work allocation to staff and ensuring efficiency of all agronomic activities on crops;
* projecting weekly and daily labour requirements, observing attendance and reporting any shortfalls on productivity to management;
* monitoring the irrigation and fertigation efficiency and advising where alterations are needed for maximum crop production; and
* Ensuring compliance with Company Health & Safety policies.

The Person

We require a candidate with the following qualifications:

* a degree in Horticulture/Agriculture with at least 3 years experience in roses/carnations. growing.
* Candidates with a Diploma and extensive relevant experience may be considered;
* monitoring and evaluation skills;
* highly developed team working, communication and interpersonal skills;
* excellent record keeping and analytical skills; and
* knowledge in crop nutrition and pest management will be an added advantage.

Senior Scout - Flowers, Mt Kenya

The Job

Based in our Mt Kenya Region operations, located at the outskirts of Nanyuki Town, the Senior Scout will have the following responsibilities:

* monitoring and scouting of pests and diseases;
* reporting and drawing data of infestation, infection and deficiency levels;
* monitoring efficiency of products used for control measures;
* monitoring plant growth and behaviour in response of elements of feeding;
* supervision of IPM approaches to pest and disease management as well as compiling IPM and conventional reports for management for action;
* verification of pest and disease infestation trends;
* coordinating with spray/crop supervisors and management on pest and disease control/crop quality;
* verifying/validating of scouting reports to confirm accuracy and reliability;
* planning, organising and assigning scout’s duties and instituting on the job training;
* filing of scouting documents/reports;
* ensuring management plans/intentions on plant health are implemented in time;
* facilitating trials on new products prior to commercial use within the farm;
* ensuring orders for scouting purposes are placed on time.

The person

We require a candidate with the following qualifications:

* Diploma/Degree in Horticulture/Agriculture;
* pest & Diseases identification skills;
* highly developed team working, communication and interpersonal skills;
* excellent record keeping and analytical skills; and
* experience in flower growing will be an added advantage.

Application Procedure

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in applying for any of the above positions, please send your CV with a covering letter to the

Human Resources Director,
P.O. Box 10222, Nairobi 00400.

Email: hrd.kenya@finlays.net

to reach not later than 16 September 2011.

Those applicants who will not have heard from us by 1 November 2011 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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Kenya Education Staff Institute: Chief Training Coordinators

Chief Training Coordinators

6 Posts

The Kenya Education Staff Institute is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following positions to be based in the regional centers at Kisumu, Kakamega, Eldoret, Nyeri, Embu and Garissa.

Overall responsibility: To setup, manage and supervise the regional centre.

Detailed responsibilities include:

* Coordinating training programs
* Design, develop, deliver capacity development programs in management
* Maintain standards and participate in monitoring and evaluation of capacity development programs
* Prepare materials, resources and monitoring tools for capacity development programs
* Participate in capacity development surveys and assist in the investigation of potential project areas and recommend appropriate interventions.
* Initiate and co-ordinate management consultancy projects of the institute.
* Report writing for donor and organizational requirements as well as proposal writing for new funding.
* Conduct T.N.A. within the region.

Qualifications and Experience:

* Master degree in education administration or equivalent from a recognized institution
* Bachelor degree in education or equivalent from a recognized institution
* Minimum of three years of work experience in carrying out capacity building activities.
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
* Good computer skills
* Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.
* In depth knowledge of functions and practices of the Ministry of Education
* Ability to use Distance learning methodology will be an added advantage.

Terms and conditions: These are KESI Council recruited positions for which KESI offers a basic salary, medical insurance and leave provisions.

The initial contract period will be for three years, subject to a probationary period of six months.

Gross Salary: Kshs. 74,575 per month.

Application procedure:

Interested candidates should submit their applications, enclosing detailed CV, copies of academic testimonials and names of three referees and daytime contacts to:

Director
Kenya Education Staff Institute (KESI)
P.O. Box 62592 – 00200
Nairobi.

Alternatively applications can be sent by email to info@kesi.ac.ke

Applications should be sent no later than 20th September 2011.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

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Danish Refugee Council: Head of Construction & Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer

The Danish Refugee Council has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa region since 1997. The DRC Kenya Program seeks to fill the following positions to be based in Dadaab Refugee Camp.

1. Head of Construction

To coordinate and ensure the successful implementation of all building and construction works and any other related activities being implemented by DRC.

Key responsibilities include:

* To supervise and provide technical inputs to all aspects of construction works in project sites
* Provide leadership and capacity building for the technical team
* Maintain and ensure good working relations with all stakeholders
* Ensure proper civil engineering, contracting and construction guidelines are followed by all stakeholders

Requirements:

* Must possess a degree in Civil Engineering or Building and Construction or other relevant field from a recognized university.
* Minimum 7 years experience with regard to designing, planning, implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development works in building and construction.
* Possess wide experience in construction and contracts management with minimum 3 years experience as a manager in a senior leadership position.
* Ability to handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands.
* Proven public relations and negotiation skills.
* Knowledge and application of auto/arch CAD will be an added advantage

2. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer

The M&E is responsible for strengthening DRC Kenya’s capacity and profile in the area of documentation, monitoring and evaluation by providing M&E technical support and training to staff.

Key responsibilities include:

* Report writing to various donors in liaison with the Regional Grants Manager and Country Director
* Focal point in proposal development, documentation, monitoring and evaluation
* Undertake field visits to project sites to ensure activities are in accordance to work plans
* Training staff on M&E principles and practices
* Training communities on community-based monitoring and evaluation methodologies

Requirements:

* Must possess a degree in Development Studies or other related field with a strong background in statistics.
* Minimum three years experience in a senior programmatic position in monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian programs.
* Knowledge and experience in participatory approaches and tools for program design, planning, monitoring and evaluation.

Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their qualifications and an updated CV with contact details of three professional referees to: drcjobs@drckenya.org.

Kindly indicate the position applied for as the subject heading.

Deadline for receiving applications is Wednesday,September 14th 2011.

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Inmobia: Regional Sales Manager & Country Sales Manager

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.

1. Regional Sales Manager – French Speaking Countries

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 within the role.

Skills & background:

* MBA, Degree/Diploma in project management, marketing or customer service.
* Key Account management experience from technology – based, solutions provider, preferably within Regional Telecoms in Africa.
* Occupational Skills: Excellent communication, excellent negotiation, interpersonal, presentation and reporting skills. Should have a positive attitude to acquire more skills.
* Specific Competence: Must be fluent in written/spoken French and English. Organizational skills and computer literacy.
* Personal Traits: A strong sense of responsibility and accountability. Self-motivated and focused on delivering results against objectives under minimal supervision, presentable. Should be a team player and able to resolve conflicts within projects including human aspects.

To be considered, please email your application latest 10-09-2011 to job-rsm@inmobia.com

2. Country Sales Manager – Kenya

Job description:

* To manage sales in Kenya and be responsible for meeting the budget goals.
* To personally meet with relevant customers in Kenya.
* To promote content sourcing and driving sales to respective Clients.
* To keep a daily updated task list, have weekly and monthly reporting duties.

Skills & background:

* Degree/Diploma in project management, marketing or customer service. A proven track record of running projects with 3 years’ experience as Project Manager within Telecoms or similar field.
* Occupational Skills: Project Management skills, communication, presentation and good interpersonal skills.
* Specific Competence: English language skills (written and spoken), ability to efficiently communicate technical matters with organisations within Inmobia, and towards customer, on both technical and management levels.
* Personal Traits: Self-motivated, presentable, team player with a positive attitude to acquire more skills, ability to resolve conflicts within projects including human aspects and to develop new ideas and drive improvements within the role.

To be considered, please email your application latest 10-09-2011 to job-csm@inmobia.com

Further Information

Please send your application to the email address stated under the relevant position and note:

One file ONLY with Application letter (max 1 page) and CV (max 3 pages) in same file; As Word or PDF.

Subject Field must include: “JOBTITLE” and your name.

You can find further information about our company on www.inmobia.com.

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, Bahrain, Kenya, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Colombia, Mexico and USA.

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Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment: Regional Manager

Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment (LVCT) is an established Kenyan NGO that utilizes research to inform policy reform advocacy and strengthen HIV service delivery.

We optimize our impact on the HIV/AIDS response by building capacity of partners and pay special attention to vulnerable groups and populations with special needs.

LVCT’s focus is on the scale-up of quality-assured HIV counselling, testing and care services.

We have a vacancy for the following position:

Regional Manager - Nyanza

RMN/LVCT/2011

Location: Nairobi

Purpose of the Job

To provide oversight and manage the regional activities in Nyanza and ensure that they are responding to LVCT strategic objectives relevant to the region, and articulate LVCT mission and strategy and priorities

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Manage and coordinate the activities of the regional office including overseeing the functioning of the management team, development and completion of all work plans, project implementation, monitoring and supervision.
* Leadership, structured mentorship and line supervision to coordinators & staff within the region. Activities include but are not limited to - reviewing and approving of budgets, staff leave, tasks associated with the day-today operations of the region and representation at management meetings at national level
* Creating and maintaining partnerships, Identification and reaching out to potential value add collaboration funders, partners & associates in Nyanza region and beyond
* Provide liaison support between the project and Health Management teams at provincial, district and facility level while supporting HMTs implementation of facility plans
* Planning & Development of technical and human resources and accountability for delivery of expected result.
* Provide support to the team in determining program needs and providing direction in region activities in line with LVCT strategic objectives. Facilitation of new and strategic ideas/projects from staff to ensure delivery
* Responsibility for resource mobilization, financial planning, management and accountability as per allocated budgets (oversight for fiscal discipline).
* Establish, maintain links and provide TA to government and other stakeholders at regional level to strengthen and uphold LVCT’s policy engagement at regional and national level.
* Participate in HENNET regional activities, provincial and districts AOPs and JAPR among others
* Oversight for documentation of project activities, outcomes and dissemination plan
* Responsible for implementation and adherence of organizational policies and procedures and Directorate decisions
* Continually identify new opportunities for LVCT work at regional level in line with LVCT strategic vision.

Qualifications and Competencies Required:

* Clinical background - Medical doctor, BSC Nurse with MPH, MBA or other suitable qualification
* Over 4 years experience managing HIV, SRH programs
* Strategic thinker, good at identifying opportunities, establishing and maintaining partnerships/relationships
* Demonstrated management, leadership, supervisory and team building skills
* Good computer usage skills
* Well spoken, confident and with good presentation skills

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, Salary history and expectations to:

Human Resource and Administration Division,
Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment,
P.O Box 19835, 00202
Nairobi, Kenya

Or email: recruitment@lvct.org

so as to arrive NOT later than 16th September 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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Kiambu Water and Sewerage Company: Procurement Officer

Kiambu Water and Sewerage Company is a water service provider with a mandate to provide water and sewerage services in Kiambu Municipality under a service provision agreement with Athi Water Services Board.

We have an opening for a qualified professional in procurement to give leadership in all the company’s procurement processes.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Procurement Officer will be responsible for planning and controlling all the activities in the Procurement Department.

Key responsibilities:

* Efficient procurement management in the company.
* Liaising with other departments on sourcing of required materials, services and equipment.
* Ensuring sound management of stores and monitoring levels of items to maintain minimum reorder levels.
* Preparing and ensuring implementation of the procurement manual.
* Managing the annual supplier prequalification exercise.
* Ensure compliance with procurement Act and Rules.

Requirements:

* Minimum of a Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management or equivalent.
* Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
* 4 years experience in procurement in a big organization.
* Demonstrate experience in procurement process.
* Should be conversant with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations.
* Must be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)

If your background and competences match the specification of this position send your application letter and attach your curriculum vitae that contain your qualifications experience, present position, current and expected remuneration, day telephone numbers and names and addresses of three referees to reach the undersigned by 16th September, 2011.

The Managing Director,
Kiambu Water & Sewerage Company Ltd,
P.O Box 409 – 00900,
Kiambu

Email: Kiwasco.water@gmail.com

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Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment: Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment (LVCT) is an established Kenyan NGO that utilizes research to inform policy reform advocacy and strengthen HIV service delivery.

We optimize our impact on the HIV/AIDS response by building capacity of partners and pay special attention to vulnerable groups and populations with special needs.

LVCT’s focus is on the scale-up of quality-assured HIV counselling, testing and care services.

We have a vacancy for the following position:

Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
M&E/LVCT/2011
Location: Nairobi

Purpose of the position:

Reporting to the Director of Research and Policy, the M&E Manager has primary responsibility for the institutional M&E frameworks and systems. This includes identifying M&E needs, designing and maintaining data collection, management, analysis and utilisation systems for routine and other programme data.

The M&E Manager conducts and oversees all appropriate analysis, including the use of complimentary data sets and secondary analysis, and fully documents activities and accomplishments in the form of reports, publications, and presentations.

Specific Responsibilities:

* Design and implement M&E systems that will generate timely information and feedback to key stakeholders.
* Provide leadership and technical guidance for development of M&E frameworks, reporting formats and templates as required for each donor.
* Provide technical leadership for preparation of various institutional and donor quantitative and narrative reports as per contractual requirements and institutional needs.
* Providing technical support to programs staff and sub-grantees in development of M&E tools, data collection, analysis, dissemination and use that enable performance tracking
* Conduct small scale operations research studies to evaluate best practices and provide technical support in statistical data analysis of routine service and research data and in writing-up of results from the analysis.
* Provide M&E training and on-going assistance to local sub-grantees to ensure quality data collection, reporting, analysis and use of data for decision making.
* Provide support and build capacity of M&E staff, as applicable and Supervise M&E officers, data officers and locums within the division.
* Capture lessons learned and best practices. Provide documentation and dissemination of information; develop presentations, abstracts, articles, etc.
* Participate in regular meetings of project management team and Provide feedback to the Management team on results and best practices and engagement in networking, collaboration, policy and advocacy activities with CDC, NACC, NASCOP and other stakeholders

Requirements:

* Masters degree in Statistics, Social Sciences or related field with demonstrated technical experience in the design, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and quantitative data analysis
* Minimum of 3 years work experience in M&E preferably for PEPFAR and USAID funded projects.
* Experience with donor funded project design and management, proposal development and project implementation modalities
* Strong initiative and proven capacity to work efficiently in a team environment.
* Excellent analytical and report writing skills;
* Ability and willingness to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines.
* Good communication and capacity building skills

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, Salary history and expectations to:

Human Resource and Administration Division,
Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment,
P.O Box 19835, 00202
Nairobi, Kenya

Or email: recruitment@lvct.org

so as to arrive NOT later than 9th September 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment: Gender Technical Officer (GTO)

Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment (LVCT) is an established Kenyan NGO that utilizes research to inform policy reform advocacy and strengthen HIV service delivery.

We optimize our impact on the HIV/AIDS response by building capacity of partners and pay special attention to vulnerable groups and populations with special needs.

LVCT’s focus is on the scale-up of quality-assured HIV counselling, testing and care services.

We have a vacancy for the following position:

Gender Technical Officer (GTO)

GTO/LVCT/2011

Location: Nairobi

Purpose of position:

To provide direction for the LVCT gender strategy, deliver on its execution ensuring quality and results. The GTO will undertake to systematically address integration of gender considerations in LVCT’s approaches and programmes and provide technical assistance to partners in gender integration, and leadership to policy engagement for strengthened gender integration.

The position holder will also be responsible for the implementation of the gender based violence programme and liaise closely with delivery of post rape care services.

Duties and responsibilities:

* Oversee systematic implementation and development of a monitoring and reporting framework for the LVCT gender and GBV strategies
* Contribute to LVCTs institutional development strategy and build capacity for gender integration and monitoring across programmes and services
* Actively engage policy reforms and provide technical assistance to strengthen national guidance, implementation frameworks and capacities for gender integration in line with the Kenya National AIDS Strategic Plan III
* Document LVCTs lessons and best practices on gender integration in health services and for the GBV response
* Provide oversight for the implementation and evaluation of gender activities and GBV programmes with subpartners
* Ensure liaison and networking between LVCT, private sector, CSOs and government agencies to promote attention to gender and gender based violence issues

Qualifications:

* Degree in social sciences
* 5 years of relevant experience
* Sound technical understanding of gender analysis, programming and evaluation
* Knowledge of the health care system and HIV, SRH and GBV policy and literature
* Demonstrated capacity for project implementation and team support
* Focus on results with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
* Experience in policy engagement and policy advocacy

Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three referees, salary history and expectations to:

Human Resource and Administration Division,
Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment,
P.O Box 19835, 00202
Nairobi, Kenya

Or email: recruitment@lvct.org

so as to arrive NOT later than 16th September 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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Aga Khan University Hospital: Administrator, Scala Database

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUHN), invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following position:

Administrator, Scala Database

The Administrator, Scala Database will be responsible for the Administration and Technical support of Scala system.

Applicants for the position must have a Degree in Computer Sciences or Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

S/he should have at least 3 years experience in Scala Technical Administration, SQL Database server administration and programming.

S/he should have excellent analytical and communication skills with an impeccable eye for detail.

To Apply:

Applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent to,

the Manager, Recruitment,
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi.
P. O. Box 30270-00100, Nairobi

Or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu

so as to reach not later than 15th September, 2011.

Applications by email are preferred.

Visit our website www.aku.edu for more information.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Consolidated Bank: Customer Service Manager

Consolidated Bank seeks recruit competent and highly motivated individuals for the following position:

Customer Service Manager

Reporting to the Head of Marketing & Customer Service, the successful candidate will be responsible for effectively managing the customer service function and supporting the corporate objective of achieving high levels of customer value and retention.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

* Ensure best in class customer experience and support, as well as provide product and services expertise to maximize customer value.
* Be the bridge that drives communication between business development and operations towards the common goal of high levels of service to the customer.
* Establish, prioritize and manage the efficient flow of information necessary to ensure on time delivery of customer inquiries and maintain a high degree of collaboration and teamwork
* Improves customer service quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; establishing and communicating service metrics; monitoring and analyzing results; implementing changes.
* Work closely with other departments to understand business requirements and collaborate on solutions that will result in continuous process improvements to simplify and streamline customer service functions
* Ensure that customer requests are investigated, followed-up, and that they receive the correct response within the prescribed service level.
* Manage and guide the operations of the customer service and call centre teams in order to efficiently respond to queries and complaints within satisfaction and delivery targets

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. Professional customer service, marketing and/or sales qualification such as CIM, MSK
* Five years experience in sales, customer service or marketing role in the banking industry or other service oriented organisation.
* Must be organised, analytical and take the concept of client confidentiality very seriously
* Must have strong attention to detail and ability to make sound business decisions in a timely fashion
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels internally and externally

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications, enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, daytime contacts and addresses of 3 professionally relevant referees to reach the undersigned by Friday, 16th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Head of Human Resources
Consolidated Bank of Kenya Ltd
P.O. Box 51133 - 00200
Nairobi

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Nairobi Hospital: Jobs and Vacancies

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for recently qualified Senior Registrars leading to recognition by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board in the following fields:

Peadiatrics

Internal Medicine

Obstetrics/Gynaecology

Radiology

Pathology

These are competitive full time positions and the ideal candidates will be responsible for managing cases in their respective disciplines leading to specialist recognition by Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.

Cross cutting duties will include:

* Patient evaluation.
* Undertaking clinical procedures.
* Carrying out ward rounds with Consultants.
* Teaching Medical Officers and Medical Students in the clinics and wards.
* Participating in CME and research amongst others.

Minimum Requirements:

* Master of Medicine in any of the listed specialist areas
* Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board
* Possession of professional indemnity

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference. Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:

The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi– 00100

or hrm@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than 15th September 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Kabarak University: Provost (Academic and Spiritual Affairs)

Kabarak University is a Christian institution offering higher education from the Biblical perspective with the main campuses in Kabarak and others in Nakuru and Nairobi.

Its vision is to become a world class center of academic excellence as a Christian institution.

The University has a vacancy for the position of Provost and is inviting eligible candidates to apply.

Provost (Academic and Spiritual Affairs)

Person Profile

* Must have a PhD or equivalent degree.
* Must be a Professor, Associate Professor or Senior Lecturer with at least 10 years experience in a senior academic or spiritual management position.
* Must be a born again ordained minister of Christian of Evangelical faith, whose doctrines are in agreement with those of the University, with a track record of spiritual leadership.
* Has an outstanding internationally recognized record of scholarship and academic leadership as evidenced by extensive publications of articles and/or books in refereed journals.
* Has capacity and passion to promote learning and research in a competitive environment and to attract research funding.
* Has the ability to spearhead the integration of Biblical faith and learning and is committed to academic excellence.
* Must be of high ethical and moral standards, integrity and professionalism.

Job Profile

The position is at the Deputy Vice Chancellor level reporting to the Vice Chancellor with the holder being responsible to:

* Provide Spiritual leadership and spearhead the integration of faith and learning.
* Coordinate all academic, Chaplaincy and other spiritual programmes.
* Provide leadership in the management of academic affairs to high academic standards.
* Promote learning, outreach, Research and Innovation and seek research funding.
* Oversee the development, review and implementation of academic programmes and regulations.
* Undertake any other duties as may be delegated by the Vice Chancellor.

Remuneration and Terms of Employment

The position is a five year term renewable on mutual agreement and carries a competitive remuneration package that includes a basic salary, housing allowance, medical cover as per the University medical scheme, leave allowance, official transport and gratuity at the end of the contract.

Application Procedure

Applicants should forward their applications including, a soft copy and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Should indicate their primary research interests, publications and scholarly activities. The applicants should indicate their current earning and salary expectations.

They should attach supporting certified copies of certificates and testimonials. Applicants should provide day time telephone number and names and addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable about applicants’ competence, area of specialization, character and faith.

The applicants should also request their referees to write immediately and directly to the undersigned.

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned to be received not later than Friday 16th September 2011.

The Vice-Chancellor
Kabarak University
Private Bag - 20157, Kabarak - Kenya
Tel: 051-343234/5, 051-343509, 0726515369
Email; vicechancellor@kabarak.ac.ke

Kabarak University Moral Code

As members of Kabarak University family, we purpose at all times and in all places, to set apart in one’s heart, Jesus as Lord. (1 Peter 3:15)

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CHF International: Jobs and Vacancies

CHF International is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions.

CHF International is seeking candidates for several short term (3-5 month) positions to support its drought response efforts.

Persons interested must be able to start immediately and work under tight deadlines and difficult situations. The anticipated start date would be September or October 2011.

Program Coordinator, Tharaka

Overview: The Program Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating all operational facets of the program.

Responsibilities include training, coordination, and supervision of field staff, scheduling of activities and monitoring progress across all program sites. Cooperate and coordinate with other related programs in the areas to maximize program opportunities and eliminate duplication.

Help ensure consistency in approaches and quality across the program sites. This position will work closely with the Program Director.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor degree in agriculture, business/NGO management, or community development, or related field;
* 5 years relevant experience;
* excellent time management, organizational and basic computer and software operation;
* excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
* Previous experience in disaster relief programs a plus

Program Assistant - Livelihoods :- Kitui

Overview: The Program Assistant - Livelihoods will work in close collaboration with the Program Manager to ensure timely and effective implementation of the program.

This position will assist in the mobilization and training of households to increase their capacity in agriculture production and sustainable food production.

The Program Assistant will provide support in establishing seed fairs and assisting in training in improved agricultural techniques with the goal to create favorable, food-secure economic environment that facilitates livelihoods restoration and self-reliance.

Qualifications:

* Bachelors degree in agriculture or related field, 3 years work experience in agriculture or related fields, 3 years experience in community organization/mobilization and previous work with NGOs;
* ability to work independently and meet deadlines yet effectively carry out program activities;
* ability and willingness to travel to the field on a regular basis and provide timely feedback.

Finance Officer - Kitui

Overview:

The Finance Officer is responsible for providing assistance to the Director of Finance and Administration in ensuring effective and smooth functioning of the finance component of the PRESERV program.

The Finance Officer is responsible for maintaining accounting systems, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and the cash and bank accounts. This position requires travel to Kitui, Tharaka, Mwingi and Nairobi.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Administration in finance, accounting or related field required; CPA K a plus; 5 years relevant experience.

Finance Assistant - Tharaka

Overview:

The Finance Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the Director of Finance and Administration in ensuring effective and smooth functioning of the finance component of the program.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for maintaining the QuickBooks and other accounting systems and tools and the cash and bank accounts.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Commerce of a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Accounting or related field required; CPA K a plus; 5 years relevant experience.

Logistics / Procurement Assistant - Kitui

Overview: The Procurement Assistant (LPA) is responsible for procurement and logistical support to the program.

The LPA is responsible for the general procurement and transport to program sites of supplies and services for the program in a timely manner and that all procurement procedures comply with USG and CHF procurement rules and regulations.

The LPA is responsible for the program vehicles ensuing regular maintenance, road licensing and insurance. This position requires travel to Kitui, Tharaka, Mwingi and Nairobi.

Qualifications: Degree in Business Administration or equivalent required; current, unrestricted Kenyan Driving License; clean driving record; 3 years relevant experience.

M&E Officer - Nairobi

Overview: The M&E Officer (MEO) has overall responsibility for the Monitoring & Evaluation systems to document and track program impact including.

Specific duties include assessing and evaluating the current status of all M&E aspects related to the project; developing a comprehensive and integrated M&E plan; ensuring data is collected to will inform the program implementation; oversee effective implementation of Program M&E activities; designing/adapting standard data collection and reporting tools and design a data base to process data; planning and assisting in implementation of program evaluations; and preparing required program reports.

This position requires travel to Kitui, Tharaka, and Mwingi.

Qualifications: Degree in Project and Operations Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or related field required; Degree in Information Technology a plus; 5 years relevant experience.

Previous experience in disaster relief programs a plus.

Community Mobilizers - Tharaka, Kitui and Mwingi

Overview:

The Community Mobilizers will work in close collaboration with the local authorities and other stakeholders to identify and register exact beneficiaries households in the area of operation, participate in distribution of program inputs that shall be provided for distribution to the communities identified, hold meetings with the beneficiary communities of the area to monitor their activities and give guidance where necessary, prepare monthly report on the field activities
he/she undertake on monthly bases and submit to the supervisor, participate in the assessment questionnaires in the area.

Qualifications: From the local community, prior outreach experience, willingness to work within own community and keep abreast of new development in the field, previous planning and organizing experience, strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to establish, maintain effective partnership and working relationship with the community.

For the detailed Position Descriptions, please visit the Vacancies section of the CHF website at www.chfkenya.org and apply by Monday, 12th September 2011.

Applicants are to submit their application letters with detailed CV to vacancies@chfkenya.org with the Title of the Position being applied for addressed to:

The Country Director
P.O. Box 1661 00606 Sarit Centre
Nairobi, Kenya

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Jhpiego: Training Advisor

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is an international NGO supporting a wide range of 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 a Training Advisor with excellent technical and training skills who is a team player, dedicated, highly motivated and willing to work in a high pressure office requiring multi-tasking.

Training Advisor

Reporting to Jhpiego’s Senior Technical Advisor for Training, the Training Advisor will provide technical training support to all Jhpiego training activities and capacity building in support of the MOH’s priorities.

Responsibilities:

* Serve as trainer or co-trainer in Jhpiego - sponsored courses in FP/RH, HIV, MNCH, malaria and in training
* Provide mentorship and supportive supervision of MOH and Jhpiego trainers with a focus on quality assurance in training and service provision
* Assist Jhpiego program staff to design, develop, implement and evaluate training programs
* Working with colleagues, adapt new training approaches that focus on reducing service provider’s time out of their stations
* Supervise Jhpiego training and supervision activities and ensure Jhpiego training approaches are incorporated
* Represent Jhpiego in technical meetings in FP/RH, HIV, TB, MNCH, malaria and training
* Participate in all internal and external technical working group meetings as appropriate
* Prepare budgets, work plans, reports and other technical papers
* Assist to identify training consultants, drafting TORs and making logistical arrangements
* Assist in program and training monitoring and evaluation

Requirement:

* A Clinical Officer or Registered Nurse
* At least 5 years progressively responsible experience in training and supervision of RH/FP, HIV, malaria and pre-service programs. Experience with integration of technical areas is an added advantage.
* Familiarity and or experience with Jhpiego training approaches
* Must be an excellent classroom and clinical trainer experience in clinical training
* Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence
* Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS office
* Able and willing to travel up to 75% of the time.

Interested applicants should send a CV with three referees and detailed cover letter to the following email address by 15th September 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

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