Airtel: Head of Real Estate and Facilities & Manager, Partner & Process Governance

About Airtel

Affordability, innovation and community engagement are the three pillars of success for Airtel International which owns and operations mobile communications networks across 16 markets in Africa.

Airtel International is part of Bharti Airtel which has more than 200 million customers globally and, since it acquired Zains African businesses in June 2011, has become the fifth largest telecoms company in the world.

In Africa, Airtel has over 42 million customers and aims to attract more than 100 million customers across the continent by 2013. We will achieve this through fulfilling our vision of making telephony available and affordable for everyone across Africa, even in the most remote areas which are at present disconnect from the world.

We are looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill the open positions in the following areas:

Supply Chain

Position: Head of Real Estate and Facilities

Ref: SCM/H Q/OO1

Reporting to: Chief Supply Chain Management Officer for Africa.

Education Requirements:

* Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Civil Design.
* An MBA and a Project Management qualification will be an added advantage.

Job Purpose:

* To lead all projects related to land acquisition building acquisition, refurbishment and all real estate OPEX optimization programs across Africa.
* Primarily responsible for ensuring optimal space allocations and occupation to ensure best in class ergonomics in Africa.

Experience Requirements:

* A minimum of 15 years experience in Civil Design, Project Management, Facilities Management and/or Contract Management with at least 3 years in a leadership role from reputable multinational organizations within any of the following industries: Hospitality, FMCG, Telecommunications and Architectural.

Network

Position: Manager, Partner & Process Governance

Ref: NWK/GOV/HQ/001

Reporting to: Head of Operations Optimization and OPEX

Education Requirements:

* Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
* MBA will be an added advantage.

Job Purpose:

* To lead the Partner & process governance function in order to ensure smooth migration & seamless operations post Managed services introduction.
* Successful candidate will work with partners to draft the best in class Preventive, Reactive & Escalation processes for enabling Operational silence as well as recommend the scope of work for managed services partners for effective use of resources & to avoid grey areas.
* He/she will also assume day to day responsibility for ensuring seamless network operations across our operations in Africa and handle Partner governance & contract management.

Experience Requirements:

* 10 years experience in the running and management of service partners within a telecommunications environment.

Application process

Interested applications should send their detailed CVs and application (quoting the job reference) to Hr.Hq@airtel.com by 16 September2011.

Applications should be addressed to the Head Office Recruitment Manager

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Catholic Relief Services: Jobs and Vacancies

Catholic Relief Services – USCCB is the official agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for relief and development overseas. CRS supports programs in over 100 countries and works through local partners.

We are seeking suitable persons to fill the following positions in response to the drought crisis in
the country.

All candidates require technical competencies in the respective areas, experience in emergency programming, willingness to travel and live in field locations and a commitment to work with and support partners of CRS many of whom are Catholic institutions.

1) Deputy Finance Manager

Ref. 2011/27

Purpose: The Deputy Finance Manager will be primarily responsible for financial operations and grants accounting and management of CRS/Kenya Dadaab finance office, ensuring compliance with CRS accounting, procurement, reporting requirements as well as donor requirements.

S/he supports the Dadaab Management Quality Coordinator and Country Program Finance Manager in the financial management functions in Dadaab.

Summary of Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

* Supervise cash management processes and ensure funds are reconciled and replenished in a timely manner, take a lead role in preparation and review of budgets and grants monitoring and ensure that financial reports are prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
* S/he will also be responsible for sub-office payroll management, ensuring compliance with tax regulations as well provide technical assistance to CRS partners.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

* Bachelor’s degree in a respective field such as Accounting, Finance, Financial Management; significant work experience in a directly related field will be considered in lieu of a degree
* Minimum CPA Accounting level II or equivalent qualification.
* At least five years experience in accounting for international agencies.
* Strong computer skills, particularly Excel, Word and Access.
* Experience with accounting systems required; Sun Systems experience preferred.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Demonstrated strengths in financial management with a strong client service focus; able to work with diverse groups of people and team oriented environment.
* Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
* Able to express technical ideas and concerns in a non-technical environment
* Maturity and discretion, able to work with, and maintain confidential information
* Knowledge in USG regulations an added advantage

2) Senior Administration Officer

Ref: 2011/28

Purpose: The Administration Officer will provide overall administrative and related support services for the Daadab office and guest house as well as oversee procurement, travel and vehicle management, for the CRS Dadaab operation.

Summary of Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

The Officer will directly be responsible for management of administrative functions within the Dadaab operation, ensuring proper and efficient office functioning, staff accommodation and meals management, overseeing management of property, supplies, equipment, and petty cash.

S/he is also responsible for management of all CRS facilities, utilities as well as ensuring the mail movement to and from Dadaab is efficient and effective.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

* Diploma in Business Administration or relevant filed
* Minimum three years professional experience in office management and administration procedures, prior experience with international, bilateral or multilateral organization preferred
* Excellent interpersonal skills, must be able to interact in a mature, professional and friendly manner with local and international colleagues of differing religious and cultural backgrounds
* Should be an effectual communicator verbally as well as through writing skills.
* Medium proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
* Able to deliver effective results, meet tight deadlines and targets.
* A professional with high personal integrity, commitment and good steward of agency resources
* Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds

3) Human Resources Officer

Ref. 2011/29

Purpose: The Human Resources (HR) Officer assists with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties in Dadaab.

Summary of the Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

The HR Officer carries out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: employee relations, training and development, benefits, compensation, overall administration support and employment.

The HR Officer liaises closely with the National Kenya HR Department, department leads and staff within the Dadaab sub-office providing a customer focused and effective HR support service to achieve the organization goals and objectives.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

* Diploma in Human Resources; degree preferred
* Excellent computer skills, including Word and Excel in a Microsoft Windows environment
* Effective oral and written communication skills
* Knowledge of various employment laws and practices
* Experience in administration of benefits and other HR programs
* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
* Skills in database management and record keeping
* Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism.
* Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
* Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully
* Ability to work with people from diverse background.

Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below mentioned by September 7, 2011.

Residents of Dadaab region are strongly encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
P.O. Box 49675, GPO 00100
Nairobi

E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’ and the envelopes for those using postal address.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Spectre International: Jobs and Vacancies

Spectre International Limited the leading manufacturer of Industrial & Potable alcohol, Colored Methylated Spirits, Industrial Methylated Spirits in East Africa is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic professionals to be part of our team for continuous growth and profitability.

Position: Procurement Manager

Reporting to the Procurement Director, the Procurement manager plans, organizes, directs, controls and evaluates the activities of a purchasing department and develops and implements the purchasing policies of the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

* Analyze market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability.
* Control purchasing department budgets.
* Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
* Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials.
* Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
* Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
* Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
* Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.

Required Knowledge and Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in Business Management
* Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods.
* Minimum of 5 years working experience in a busy environment
* Team player with good leadership skills with good analytical skills
* Must be a registered member of a relevant professional association

Position: Human Resource Assistant

The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the overall Human Resources Management function.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

* Provide administrative and follow up support in recruitment, staff development, performance management, benefits administration and induction of new employees.
* Manage enquiries and routine correspondence in the HR department.
* Maintain and update the HR database, employee electronic records and physical files.
* Ensure that all human resource files and records are maintained in accordance with legal requirements and Spectre policies and procedures.
* Assist in the development, review, communication and execution of HR policies and documents.

Required Knowledge and Qualifications:

* Degree or Diploma in HR from a recognized institution.
* High level Proficiency in Information technology
* Experience with a Human Resource Information Management System (HRIMS)
* At least 2 years of experience in similar role
* A logical thinker with strong analytical skills
* Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and tact when dealing with people.

Position: Property Maintenance Manager

The incumbent will perform daily maintenance of all common areas as well as landscaping, repairs, maintaining paint, appliances, plumbing, handle small construction and renovation jobs within the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

* General maintenance, repairs, maintaining, grounds upkeep and overall upkeep of properties.
* Assisting team leaders in carrying out the implementation of various policies, standards, procedures and programs relating to the overall maintenance and upkeep of the properties.
* Handling a variety of facility maintenance requirements.
* Develop scopes of work for small improvements/services.
* Seeking out qualified contractors to bid the work when necessary.
* General supervision and support for the service maintenance teams at assigned properties.

Required Knowledge and Qualifications:

* Degree or Diploma in relevant field.
* Must be creative and innovative
* Five years experience working in similar fields
* Hands -on manager with strong work ethic
* Must be detail oriented and hard working.

If you possess the necessary qualifications, send your CV and applications to hr@spectreint.co.ke

Closing date for applications will be 5th September 2011

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Namunyak Wildlife Conservation Trust: Conservancy Manager

Namunyak Wildlife Conservation Trust (NWCT) is seeking to recruit an exceptionally high calibre, self-driven and results oriented Conservancy Manager.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:

* At least Masters Degree in Social Sciences or community development.
* A minimum of seven years relevant post qualification work experience.
* Demonstrated fundraising skills and achievements.
* Good financial management and computer skills.
* Excellent people management skills and experience.
* Demonstrated donor handling skills and experience
* Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
* Ability and experience in working in hardship areas.

If you are certain that you are up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter to the address below giving daytime telephone contacts of three professional referees by 09th September 2011.

The Chairman
Namunyak Board of Trustees
P.O Box 88 - 20603,
Wamba.

Or info@nrt-kenya.org

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Amana Capital: General Manager

Amana Capital Limited is a fund management company licensed and regulated by the CMA and RBA since 2003. We manage pension funds, private wealth and unit trusts.

We are looking for a General Manager who will report to the Board of Directors with responsibility for team leadership, operations & business development.

You need at least 5 years experience in fund management, insurance, retail banking or the service industry 2 years of which must be in business development, marketing or sales. Team leadership & management experience is a must.

You should have at least an Upper 2nd bachelor’s degree in commerce, business or marketing. An MBA will be added advantage.

To apply please send a detailed CV to info@amanacapital.co.ke

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Business Manager & Signage Production Manager & Signage Manager

Business Manager

Position overview

Reporting to the Head of Sales & Marketing, the Business Manager will focus on overseeing the entire Signage Division, winning new business, increasing turnover and profit and selling corporate signage.

This is a consultative, solution driven sales role, which will require the uncovering of new opportunities, utilizing business intelligence, new project leads and opportunities arising from the company’s marketing activities and contact with clients to fully understand their business aims and then develop innovative signage packages that meet their needs and budget.

Roles and Responsibilities:

* Developing sales plans and generating new client business, creating client proposals and presentations to ensure emerging signage business opportunities in upcoming buildings, road constructions, new branding and rebranding among other areas are tapped.
* Responsible for ensuring monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets are met and surpassed by finding creative ways to bring in new business and ensure the existing clients’ relationships are nurtured by the Signage team which he will oversee.
* To maintain and develop existing customers through high levels of service in order to expand and strengthen the relationship.
* To actively identify opportunities by introducing company products, thereby increasing the revenue opportunity within each customer’s business portfolio
* To work with client’s management teams and understand particular business strategies
* To communicate customer requirements and/or schedules to the Signage staff in a timely and executable manner for promoting optimum cost efficiency
* To be actively involved in project management of new and existing projects systems’ requirements
* To identify and develop new technical sales enquiries and convert them into profitable new business and assist with other technical sales and marketing activities.

Qualifications:

* A bachelor’s degree in marketing or engineering field with strong sales and marketing experience.
* Not less than 5 years experience in a senior management position
* Strong commercial and marketing background
* Must possess excellent communication skills
* High energy and “can-do” approach combined with excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
* Those conversant with signage construction and installation works and have worked in advertising/signage sector will have an added advantage

Signage Production Manager

Position overview

This is a key, highly autonomous role with direct influence over the company’s ongoing production efficiency and growth by ensuring monthly targets are met.

The ideal candidate will be charged with the responsibility of managing all aspects of signage production while providing daily leadership to the production teams and ensuring production requirements are met in a safe and quality focused environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

* Planning, organizing and directing the manufacturing operations, revising projects schedules and production goals.
* Ordering of production materials, site supervision, inspection, supervision of field installation staff and initiation and application of all production related processes.
* Initiating plans and processes which minimize production costs through effective utilization of Manpower, equipment, facilities materials and capital. Assure attainment of business objectives and productions schedules while ensuring production standards that will exceed our customer expectations
* Implementing production strategies and action plans to ensure that the facility supports Strategic initiatives
* Improving manpower utilization within existing departments and processes. Scheduling stability that allows for maximum return on efficiencies
* Coordination of labour materials and sub contractors for most jobs in all phases of production
* Managing spending against budget and controlling spending in relation to changes in production volume
* Maintain individual skills, keeping up to date with latest production and production management.

Qualifications:

* A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
* Over 5 years experience in production and positive aptitude for ‘hands on’ production work.
* High performing manager with high attention to detail,
* Previous management experience is required as well as an understanding of quality control techniques.
* Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning abilities and excellent analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
* Those conversant with signage construction and installation works and have worked in advertising/signage sector will have an added advantage

Signage Manager

Position overview

Possessing sales and technical background, the ideal candidate will be charged with the responsibility of developing sales plans and generating new client business, creating client proposals and presentations to ensure emerging signage business opportunities in upcoming buildings and road constructions among other areas are tapped.

He will develop innovative signage packages that meet clients’ needs and budget.

Roles and Responsibilities:

* Responsible for ensuring monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets are met and surpassed by finding creative ways to bring in new business and ensure the existing clients’ relationships are nurtured by the projects team.
* To maintain and develop existing customers through high levels of service in order to expand and strengthen the relationship.
* To actively identify opportunities by introducing company products, thereby increasing the revenue opportunity within each customer’s business portfolio
* To work with client’s management teams to understand particular business strategies
* To communicate customer requirements and/or schedules to the Projects staff in a timely and executable manner for promoting optimum cost efficiency
* To be actively involved in project management of new and existing projects systems’ requirements
* To identify and develop new technical sales enquiries and convert them into profitable new business and assist with other technical sales and marketing activities.

Qualifications:

* A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related with strong sales and technical experience or training
* 3 years experience in a senior management position preferably in signage company
* Strong commercial and marketing background
* must possess excellent communication skills
* High energy and “can-do” approach combined with excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
* Those conversant with signage construction and installation works and have worked in advertising/signage sector will have an added advantage

How to Apply:

If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications please apply stating your overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform key responsibilities accompanied by daytime telephone contact and names of three professionals as referees to recruit@odumont.com urgently.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Training and Mentorship Manager

We seek to recruit a competent and elegant individual to fill the position of training and mentorship manager.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
To design, develop, implement and evaluate the training and mentoring program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Training needs assessment
* Carry out training needs assessment of the all the young entrepreneurs who join the program, thereby
categorizing them into various training groups
* Carry out staff training need assessment and recommend training

Design, develop and implement training programs
* Draw up overall training plan
* Liais with the field officers to come up with training timetable for the young entrepreneurs
* Ensure that the training timetable is implemented
* Manage the training budget

Knowledge management
* Produce and enhance training materials based on feedback and training needs
* Manage all the training materials of the organization

Coordinate mentors program
* Facilitate the recruitment of volunteer mentors
* Organize appropriate training for mentors
* Facilitate the mentor- mentee relationship

Appraisal of training and mentoring effectiveness
* Evaluate the successes and gaps of the training and mentoring program

Marginal functions
* Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor

Required Skills and competencies:
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to encourage and motivate people
* Coaching and leadership skills
* Ability to relate well with socially and financially disadvantaged youths
* Excellent presentation skills
* Excellent organizational skills
* Excellent computer skills
* Ability to write reports, keep records and work within budgets

JOB QUALIFICATION:
A university degree preferably in social sciences from a recognized university
At least two years experience in a similar position

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV and cover letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to info@kybt.org by 2nd Sept 2011.

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Equator Bottlers: Motor vehicle Workshop Manager

Equator Bottlers Limited located ¡n Kisumu, is a leading beverage Bottling Franchise of The Coca-Cola Company and is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidate for the position of Motor vehicle Workshop Manager. Your main responsibility will be to run an efficient and effective motor vehicle maintenance service to ensure daily roadworthiness of all company fleet. Qualification and Competencies: * Should be qualified engineer in Automobile / Transport Engineering with minimum 12 years experience; * Should have in depth knowledge of maintenance, planning and executing service schedules for trucks of different capacities (ranging from 3 Tonnes to 15 Tonnes); * Should have sound knowledge on fleet Management systems and procedures; * Working knowledge on maintenance/ fleet soft-wares like GPRS systems etc; * Able to handle a fleet of 100 plus vehicles including big trucks etc; * Computer Literacy is critical. The Promise: In addition to a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits commensurate with the requisite, the company will offer a challenging and rewarding career. Recruitment Process: If you are an innovative, self-starter and results oriented individual, looking for a challenging career and you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter and detailed CV to: recruitment@equatorbottlers.com, Please indicate the position applied on the subject line so as to reach us no later than 5 p.m. Friday, 26th August 2011. Equator Bottlers Limited (EBL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Equator Bottlers: Motor vehicle Workshop Manager

Equator Bottlers Limited located ¡n Kisumu, is a leading beverage Bottling Franchise of The Coca-Cola Company and is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidate for the position of Motor vehicle Workshop Manager.

Your main responsibility will be to run an efficient and effective motor vehicle maintenance service to ensure daily roadworthiness of all company fleet.

Qualification and Competencies:

* Should be qualified engineer in Automobile / Transport Engineering with minimum 12 years experience;
* Should have in depth knowledge of maintenance, planning and executing service schedules for trucks of different capacities (ranging from 3 Tonnes to 15 Tonnes);
* Should have sound knowledge on fleet Management systems and procedures;
* Working knowledge on maintenance/ fleet soft-wares like GPRS systems etc;
* Able to handle a fleet of 100 plus vehicles including big trucks etc;
* Computer Literacy is critical.

The Promise:

In addition to a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits commensurate with the requisite, the company will offer a challenging and rewarding career.

Recruitment Process:

If you are an innovative, self-starter and results oriented individual, looking for a challenging career and you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter and detailed CV to: recruitment@equatorbottlers.com,

Please indicate the position applied on the subject line so as to reach us no later than 5 p.m. Friday, 26th August 2011.

Equator Bottlers Limited (EBL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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PKF Kenya: Jobs and Vacancies

PKF in Eastern Africa provides accounting and business advisory services to a wide variety of local and international organizations.

We have an excellent reputation for helping clients boost their performance. Our teams provide many different services to clients including small, medium and large size businesses, government and non governmental bodies from all sectors.

We believe in recruiting and retaining sound professional staff and providing them with opportunities for growth in a stimulating and enabling work environment.

To strengthen our team, we intend to recruit capable Corporate Finance and Organizational Development Consultants.

1. Corporate Finance Manager

Reporting to the Director, he or she will lead the team in the efficient and effective delivery of Corporate Finance Services including business planning, due diligence, valuation studies, feasibility studies, fundraising and investment advice.

The Manager will be responsible for the management and quality assurance of all assignments, coaching, training and overall development of the unit’s staff.

This position requires an individual who has an MBA and a professional qualification in Finance and/or Accounting, coupled with at least 5 years’ practical experience in similar environment.

2. Corporate Finance Consultants

The Consultants will be engaged in the delivery of advisory services including business planning, due diligence valuation studies, feasibility studies, fundraising and investment advice.

This position requires an individual who has a Bachelors degree and qualification in Finance or related field coupled with at least 2 years’ practical experience in a similar environment.

3. Senior Consultant - HR & Organizational Development

The incumbent will be responsible for the delivery of services including HR strategy and policy, executive search and selection, organization design and restructuring, human resources planning, job evaluation and grading, change management, skills assessment and mapping, capacity building and training, salary and benefits consulting and performance management.

We are looking for candidates with not less than 5 years of HR Consulting experience in a professional services environment, a minimum of a Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline. A postgraduate qualification in Human Resource Management and/or Organisation Development, Business Administration or its equivalent is desirable.

4. Consultant - Organizational Development

The job holder will be involved in the execution of assignments in organizational development including organizational restructuring and development, job analysis and evaluation, skills assessment, salary and benefits survey, performance management, capacity building and business development initiatives.

We are looking for candidates with 2- 3 years of HR Consulting experience in a professional services environment with a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in a relevant discipline.

If you are passionate about a career in consulting and, are looking for challenging practical experience and want to be part of our dynamic team, please send your application and a detailed CV to the address below by Friday 2 September 2011.

Only those candidates who meet the requirements as described above will be contacted by Friday 14 October 2011.

Human Resource Manager,
PKF Kenya, Kalamu House,Grevillea Grove,
P.O Box 14077- 00800,Nairobi

or email: consult@ke.pkfea.com www.pkfea.com

PKF Kenya is a member firm of PKF International an association of legally independent firms

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NDI: Program Manager / Senior Program Manager - Elections

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is an International nonprofit, Non partisan organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions worldwide through citizen participation, openness and accountability in government.

Program Manager / Senior Program Manager - Elections

NDI is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Program Manager / Senior Program Manager (depending on experience) to work with the Institute's civil society partners to support electoral integrity and implement election monitoring programs.

Program duties will include contribution to the design, implementation and monitoring of NDI Kenya election support programs.

The individual will maintain relationships and communication with NDI civil society partners.

He/She will be responsible for the processing of sub-grant proposals, review of sub-grantee programmatic and financial reports, and supervision of junior program staff.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree, preferably in Law, Political Science or International Relations (Graduate degree will be an added advantage). A minimum of 6 years working experience with Kenyan civil society organizations in the field of democracy and governance is required, preferably in electoral programs.

All the above positions require strong oral and written communication skills (English), proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), well organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks. Flexibility, diligence and team orientation.

Interested candidates should submit their application to kssadmin@ndi.org.

The deadline for applications is 24 August, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Kenya Bureau of Standards: Managing Director

Ref: CEO-KEBS/08/2011

The Organization

Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) is the National Standards Body established under the Standards Act, Cap 496 of the Laws of Kenya.

KEBS mandate is to safeguard the reputation of Kenya's products and services as well as the imports brought into the country by ensuring the quality, reliability and reputation of these products and services, facilitating industrial efficiency and development in order to improve public and industrial welfare.

KEBS vision is to be a global leader in standards based solutions that deliver quality and confidence.

In order to ensure that KEBS delivers on its mandate, we now seek to recruit a high calibre, results oriented and self driven professional who will be employed by KEBS to provide leadership and strategic direction in the capacity of Managing Director.

The Role

Reporting to the National Standards Council, the Managing Director will bear the ultimate responsibility of safeguarding the reputation of Kenya's products and services as well as the quality of imports brought into the country.

S/he will be responsible for directing and managing KEBS' projects, activities, technical and support staff and resources in order to deliver the organization's strategic plan and to meet the country's standardization, quality assurance, metrology and testing needs for facilitation of trade and enhancement of the National Quality Infrastructure.

S/he will direct and coordinate the company's operations and overall administration so as to ensure that the various units of the company operate in conformity with overall performance targets.

The Managing Director will develop and maintain a robust and conducive work environment for attracting, retaining, and motivating employees.

S/he will foster a culture of quality and performance that promotes standards of ethical practices, good corporate citizenship as well as health and safety. S/he will also inculcate a results-based management culture to improve performance and accountability for all staff and top leadership in the organization.

Management and Leadership Competencies:

The Managing Director will possess an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Science, Engineering or any other relevant field. A Master's and/or Phd degree in a related field from a recognized university or relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage.

S/he will have a minimum of 10 years in management, 5 years of which should have been at senior management level.

S/he should have excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.

The candidate should also be energetic, self-driven person of impeccable integrity and honesty; possess good knowledge of ethics; governance and operations of boards of directors and management teams will be desirable.

We are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader aged 35 years and above with demonstrated skills and experience in managing diverse teams including technical specialists, as well as delivering significant results in a complex environment.

The Offer:

This is a challenging and extremely exciting role that provides the qualifying candidate the opportunity to make a marked difference in the realization of Kenya's development aspirations.

The National Standards Council is prepared to offer an attractive salary and benefit package commensurate with the individual's knowledge, skills, experience and demonstrated character.

The detailed job profile and reference number can be accessed on www.kebs.org

If your carrier aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position, title and reference number on the subject of your e-mail and cover letter, so as to reach us on or before Friday, 2nd September 2011 by 4.30 pm East African Time.

Applications including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees should be sent to the address below.

The electronic copies of the application bundle should also be emailed in PDF file format to: chairman@kebs.org

The Chairman
National Standards Council
Kenya Bureau of Standards
P.O. Box 54974-00200
Nairobi

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Kenya Bureau of Standards is an equal opportunity employer

KEBS - Quality products for quality life

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M-Kopa: Regional Agent Manager / Field Sales Officer

M-Kopa, a new company investing in using mobile payments for energy services, is seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial and experienced agent/dealer manager to support the launch and expansion of a new product. This product uses mobile payments as a way to pay slowly for renewable energy such as solar lighting.

The successful applicant for this role will be a commercially focused individual with a proven ability to manage local networks of businesses in financial services, mobile money, airtime or other commission-based goods and services across Kenya.

Who we are

M-Kopa is being launched by Mobile Ventures Kenya Ltd (MVK), a Kenyan company focusing on creating mobile-based products and services for low-income users, including mobile money, mobile banking, mobile healthcare and mobile trading ventures.

MVK is part of Signal Point Partners Ltd. a global firm which works with, and for, market leaders in the financial services, mobile, development \and energy sectors. Members of our team have led the launch of mobile payments and mobile banking worldwide, including M-PESA.

For more details on current work visit www.mvkenya.com or www.signalpointpartners.com

What we do

M-Kopa is launching a new service using mobile payments to make renewable energy products – such as solar lanterns – affordable to low-income people in provincial and rural areas.

Customers use mobile payments such as MPESA to pay for renewable energy products and services on a “pay-per-use” basis, making them much more affordable especially to low-income users.

Products are distributed and sold through a network of local agents and outlets who are paid commission when customers send payments. This commission is paid via mobile payments.

During a six month trial, MVK has successfully signed up over 250 customers and six agents to this service. The next stage is to conduct second trial in September 2011. After this, the service will be launched across Kenya in March 2012.

M-Kopa is establishing regional offices located in provincial towns across Kenya. These offices are responsible for recruiting and managing agents, stock management and local marketing.

The position

Title: Regional Agent Manager / Field Sales Officer

Period of work: 3 months initially, with potential for extension

Function: A key member of a growing team responsible for distribution and sales. Play a key role in the establishment and management of a new regional office in a region of Kenya.

Tasks:

* Recruit new agents in regional area
* Conduct agent visits and inspections
* Conduct agent training
* Support agents with ongoing issues (including some technical issues)
* Manage stock of products in region
* Maintain merchandising standards across outlets
* Deliver and collect products in area
* Report to Nairobi office regularly on agent performance
* Anticipated weekly routine 3-4 days field, 1-2 day Nairobi

Subject to performance, future long term opportunity to play an integral role in establishment and management of other new regional offices across Kenya.

Reporting: Directors, M-Kopa

Location: Kilimani (off Ngong Rd) Nairobi and provincial towns

Compensation: Competitive salary according to experience

Starting Date: September 2011

What we are looking for

Experience:

* 3 years experience working with agents for financial services, mobile-money or other commission based products or services in East Africa.
* Proven ability to build and manage a network of small to medium sized businesses as dealers or agents
* Specific experience delivering local consumer marketing strategies.
* Strong experience and knowledge of inventory and stock management.
* Knowledge of the local business environment, particularly as it relates to financial services and mobile money or telecoms dealerships.
* Understanding of mobile technology, particularly mobile money, and its potential benefits
* Ability to effectively communicate with a range of low-income customers across Kenyan society
* Experience working in different regions of Kenya or East Africa.
* English and Kiswahili fluency.

Contact applications@mvkenya.com with a CV and cover letter

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Federation of Kenya Employers: Head of Management Consultancy Services

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) is the national umbrella organization for employers in Kenya and its key mandate is to promote the interests of employers.

FKE seeks to ensure that national labour and social policy provides an environment favorable to enterprise sustainability and job creation.

FKE is seeking to engage a dynamic and results driven professional to fill the position of Head of Management Consultancy Services; this position reports to the Executive Director.

Job Summary: The primary objectives of this position is to meet the service obligations as contracted with members/clients and to grow the consultancy services business by transforming both quality of service delivery and quality of consultancy services portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and Implement a strategy for the consultancy services in the organization
* Develop and implement tactical plans to improve and grow management consultancy services business
* Plan and coordinate delivery of consultancy services
* Provide effective leadership to direct reports (subordinates)
* Develop, Implement and maintain service delivery systems (policies, processes and tools) for consultancy services
* Maintain high quality management consultancy services portfolio
* Develop and implement cost controls to ensure profitability

Qualifications, experience and competencies:

* Degree in business management or other relevant qualification and an MBA
* At least eight years experience in management consulting services, with 4 years at management level.
* Corporate work experience especially conducting Job Evaluation exercises and Recruitment and Selection will be an added advantage
* Demonstrate strong planning and leadership skills
* Demonstrate competencies in effective negotiation and communication
* Should have excellent skills in report writing

An attractive and competitive remuneration package commensurate with one’s qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidate.

Interested and qualified individuals should forward their applications addressed to the

Executive Director,
Federation of Kenya Employers,
Waajiri House, Argwings Kodhek Road,
P. O Box 48311-00100 Nairobi.

Enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, current salary, expected remuneration, copies of certificates and testimonials and three references with a day time telephone contact.

Or send the above details to the following email address: Recruitment@fke-Kenya.org to reach the undersigned not later than August 24, 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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Express Travel Group: Touring Manager

The Organisation
is one of the top travel services providers in East Africa, operating three very successful divisions; travel, safaris and car hire, with 6 offices within Kenya.

The position

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Touring Manager will have overall responsibility of running the
safari business including leadership of the touring staff, strategic development and ensuring that the Company maintains, and improves upon, their position as a market leader.

The person

Will be a dynamic, results driven, credible and strategic individual with strong business acumen and creative flair.

The right candidate will already hold a position of authority. They will have had not less than 7 years working in the safari industry.

You must have great interpersonal skills, be articulate, friendly and able to work closely with colleagues. A good knowledge of East Africa’s tourist attractions is essential.

You must be fully computer literate. A professional qualification from either a recognised university or Utalii College will be an added advantage.

For this exciting and challenging position the successful candidate will receive a competitive remuneration package.

Please forward, in total confidence, your application enclosing your CV to md@expresstravelgroup.co.ke before 22 August 2011.

Only those candidates who meet the above exacting requirements will be contacted.

Express Travel Group is an equal opportunity employer

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Pact Kenya: Capacity Development Manager

Pact Kenya is a Kenyan non-governmental organization that facilitates institutional development of civil society organizations through Capacity Development.

Our vision is to have responsible citizens enjoying equitable development in a clean and secure environment.

Our mission is to enable citizens and communities in Kenya and neighbouring countries to live a life of dignity by strengthening individuals and organisations to be effective agents of change.

We believe that empowered communities are able to independently address challenges and constraints facing them with a view to earning a dignified living, economic independence and political participation.

We work in environment and natural resources management, conflict management and peace building, democracy and governance and women empowerment.

The Kenyan Civil Society Strengthening Program (KCSSP), is a USAID funded program, jointly implemented by Pact and Pact Kenya. KCSSP provides grants and capacity building support to targeted Civil Society Organizations in Kenya working in advocacy and policy change, peacebuilding and natural resources management.

Position: Capacity Development Manager
Division: Programs
Supervised By: Chief Executive Officer
Supervises: Organizational Development Facilitators
Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel as required

Job Summary:
The OD Manager will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in supporting partner CSOs in achieving organizational development goals.

The OD Manager will report to KCSSP Chief of Party and work in a peer relationship alongside other key Managers within Pact Kenya including the Democracy and Governance Manager & Natural Resource Managers.

Background:
Pact Kenya is a regional NGO that facilitates institutional development of civil society organizations through capacity building and partnerships.

We believe that empowered communities are able to independently address challenges / constraints and earn a dignified living, economic independence and political participation.

We work in environment and natural resources management, HIV/AIDS, conflict management and peace building, democracy and governance, and social justice and inclusion.

Pact Kenya in partnership with Pact Inc are currently implementing a USAID funded Program – the Kenyan Civil Society Support Program (KCSSP), with Capacity Development Services as a key component.

The KCSSP goal is “to ensure that targeted Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) more effectively demand reforms, monitor government activities and provide other critical services to their constituents”.

The program has two technical focuses; Democracy and Governance (DG) and Natural Resources Management (NRM).

Duties and responsibilities:
Specifically, the Capacity Development Manager will be responsible for but not limited to;
Management of the Capacity Development Services (CDS) Component
* Managing and mentoring other staff on the CDS part of the program
* Providing strategic guidance for the CDS component of the program ‐ designing, planning and coordinating CDS provision
* Designing/adapting sector specific organizational capacity assessment tools with the participation of sector stakeholders
* Networking for new knowledge and information in Organizational and Capacity Development
* Participating in all program management team activities

Conducting Organizational Capacity Assessments
* Preparing/working with CSO leadership to own and support organization capacity assessment processes
* Conducting organizational capacity assessments with CSOs
* Conducting improvement planning tailor made to the CSO as per assessment findings
* Preparing and reviewing assessment reports
* Preparing overall reports: synthesis of trends in practice, capturing emerging best practice and cross cutting needs

Curriculum Development
* Preparing/adopting and updating training manuals to address capacity building needs
* Preparing training facilitation notes and training evaluations
* Developing guidelines for mentoring and coaching

Training facilitation, mentoring and coaching
* Designing and overseeing training
* Delivering training with other team members
* Providing individualized mentoring follow‐ups at organizational and individual level

Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
* Developing with the MER staff indicators and protocols for capacity building result area
* Monitoring and reporting on capacity building indicators
* Part of team producing annual performance reports for the donor

Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Academic Qualifications
* A Masters degree in a relevant development field
* Professional qualifications
* Professional training in Organizational Development or related fields

Relevant Experience:
* At least 6 years’ experience in successful capacity building of CSOs in Kenya involved in advocacy for good governance, peace building and conflict management and/or natural resources management.

Essential competencies
* Experience in development and refinement of assessment tools and training materials
* Excellent organizational and coordination skills
* Excellent facilitation and process planning skills
* Must be result‐oriented
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
* Good analytical skills
* Ability to work under strict deadlines: high caliber time management competency
* Must be culturally sensitive
* Willingness to travel frequently
* Fluent spoken and written English and Kiswahili
* A strong interest and passion for capacity development

Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all‐inclusive list of responsibilities.
Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‐related instructions and to perform any other job‐related duties requested by their supervisor. The job holder is expected to perform in a manner consistent with the values and philosophy of Pact Kenya.

Applicants will be required to submit:

(1) detailed and current CV
(2) cover letter demonstrating why they qualify for this position
(3) contact information for 3 referees; and
(4) indicate current remuneration package.

If you meet the requirements for the advertised position, please submit your application and CV electronically to hr.admin@pactke.org, quoting the position and reference number PK/CDM/2011.

Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.

Pact Kenya is an equal opportunities employer.
Deadline for applications submission is 4:00 pm Wednesday 17th August 2011

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Kenya Reinsurance Corporation: Manager - International Business Division

Ref No. KRC/HR/002/12

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re), is a leading reinsurer in the region and is listed at the Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE). It is ISO 9001: 2008 Certified and rated B+ by A.M Best and AA by the Global Credit Rating Company (GCR).

Kenya Re now seeks to recruit and fill the position of Manager - International Business Division.

The Position

The selected candidate will report to the General Manager Reinsurance Operations and will be responsible for managing and providing guidance in the International Business division of the Corporation.

The main duties will include but will not be limited to:

* Developing and ensuring a timely and efficient implementation of the division’s strategy;
* Soliciting and receiving business offers from existing and potential clients in line with the Corporation’s underwriting policy;
* Managing and carrying out international underwriting of the business;
* Maintaining constant liaison with ceding companies, retro cessionaries and monitoring treaty performance;
* Managing business growth;
* Carrying out market visits regularly in the international market for new business and for the renewal of existing business.

The Person

Applicants should be holders of a Bachelors degree in Business, Insurance, Marketing, or related fields.

Possession of a masters degree in a business related field will be an added advantage.

The person should be a fully qualified insurance professional with ACII or FCII qualifications or their equivalent and membership in a recognized insurance professional body.

They should have over six years’ of relevant experience, three of which should have been at senior management level gained in a reputable organization.

Kenya Re is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, colour, race, religion, natural origin, age or physical disability.

An appropriate remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Closing Date: 19th August 2011

Applications should be sent by post or via email, attaching thereto CVs and cover letter quoting the relevant reference number and outlining how applicants meet requirements for the position to:-

The Human Resource and Administration Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P. O Box 30271, 00100 GPO
Nairobi

E-mail: hr@kenyare.co.ke

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Finlays: Technical Manager – Vegetables

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.

A vacancy has arisen for a senior food technologist who is a dynamic and self focused self starter with a passion for excellence, customers, people development and quality products.

Location

The position is based at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, an operation which employs 1,100 people. Processed vegetables are packed in more than 150 different formats and are loaded daily through a dedicated air-bridge.

The Job

Reporting to the Director for Vegetables & Freight, the person will work as an integral part of the team in order to strategically provide technical service and expertise to our vegetable business by assisting to meet sales, profit and other targets.

Supported by the Group Technical Director, the person will set standards of safety, quality and trust to protect and enhance our own and our customers’ Brand Integrity.

The key responsibilities include:

* providing leadership, direction, coaching and development to the vegetables technical team;
* working with the Group Technical Director to establish the Kenya Vegetable business Technical Policy that meets customers’ and our own aspirations;
* translating Finlays Fresh Produce and Customers Technical Policy into an implementation plan for the Kenya Vegetables business and our suppliers;
* ensuring that our vegetable products, systems and procedures are compliant with customers’ codes of practice and specifications;
* providing customer facing and supplier facing technical expertise;
* representing the company on technical issues with customers and suppliers;
* managing technical issues as necessary to minimise impact on customers and our own Brand;
* keeping up to date with technical developments and encouraging the continual development of products and processes;
* ensuring Quality Management Systems (QMS) for GAP and GMP are implemented both internally and by suppliers and utilising the QMS data to monitor and review performance, taking appropriate action and implementing product and process improvement;
* developing and implementing innovation and research plans;
* working closely with Finlays Fresh Produce team to deliver supply base strategy;
* providing up to date technical advice for specific areas of technical responsibility;
* effectively liaising and communicating with customer, technical, laboratory, development QC, commercial and operations teams; and
* provide leadership and direction as the lead technical manager for nominated suppliers.

The person

The ideal candidate must possess the qualifications / competencies outlined below.

* Should be a graduate in a food related science with experience in technical aspects of a reputable vegetable business being a distinct advantage;
* Ten years demonstrable technical & managerial experience, devising and implementing business relevant strategy, preferably within a large company.
* Depth of skill including problem solving and experience should ensure that sound people, line management and functional competence can be taken for granted;
* Self driven, reliant and motivated, being energetic and positive in outlook with hands on approach to see things through to completion;
* Highly numerate and computer literate;
* Experience in handling and planning across a multi-site operation with good project management and preferably lean manufacturing knowledge;
* Able to structure a plan, marshal resources, work as a team and deliver on commitments; and
* Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills: persuasive and with the gravitas to gain senior management confidence.

Application Procedure

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in applying for this role, 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 19 August 2011.

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

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