SMEP Deposit Taking Microfinance: Marketing Unit Managers

SMEP Deposit Taking Microfinance Limited, a Christian based MFI regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position:

Marketing Unit Managers (2) MUM/4/HRM/2011
Reporting to the Head of Operations, the successful candidates will be charged with the overall responsibility of overseeing the activities of our Marketing Unit.

Duties and responsibilities:
Promotion and marketing of SMEP DTM’s products
Customer recruitment
Loan appraisals and approval
Custodian of company assets
Staff and customer training
Maintain quality portfolio
Savings mobilization
Field supervision Liaison with collaborators and partners
Report writing among others.

Qualifications and competencies:
Aged 25-40 years and have Bachelors Degree from any recognized and chartered university or a higher Diploma in Business Administration from accredited college.
CPA/CPS (K) graduates will also be considered.
At least 3 years working experience of in credit
Computer literacy in windows environment and relevant accounting/portfolio management package especially T-24 Emerge will be an added advantage

How to Apply:
Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above criteria should download the “Job Application Form” and send their filled applications to recruitment@smep.co.ke on or before Friday, 10th August, 2011

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Build Africa Kenya: Area Program Manager

Build Africa Kenya is a Non Governmental Organization (NGO) that works exclusively in rural areas of Kenya to help young people escape poverty by supporting education and income generation activities.

Our aim is to create sustainable models for increasing incomes of the poor and better access to education and healthcare. We give young people (including parents and the community at large) the chance to save, to work their way out of poverty and to increase the prosperity of their communities.

We work with key stakeholders in Gilgil, Elementaita, Machakos and Mwala regions in implementing integrated programmes in Education, HIV/AIDS and reproductive health, livelihoods and skills development including income generation.

Our vision is for every young person in Africa to fulfill their potential and to make a difference.

Based in Naivasha with significant travel to the field, the Area Program Manager is a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and is responsible for the design and implementation of high quality programs including monitoring, evaluation and reporting.

He/she will ensure the practice and institutionalization of a culture of team work, innovation and creativity in the program area.

Key Responsibilities:
* Overall responsible for ensuring effective delivery of the program's strategic goal and objectives
* Coordinate a process of documentation that ensures that key processes, outputs and approaches are continuously documented and submitted via high quality and timely reports
* Manage the M&E framework at field level by coordinating the regular collection, entry and analysis of data and fostering continuous learning and improvement
* Capture evidence of program impact through identifying and writing success stories and capturing beneficiary voices.
* Providing leadership to staff in the program area through supervision, coaching, and mentoring as well as nurturing team work, and cultivating a work environment conducive to continuous learning, innovation and improvement
* Manage the area program field office operations - including assets, human and financial resources, as well as managing relations with partners and stakeholders
* Provide technical and programming oversight to mainstreaming of Child Protection issues in programs and activities in the area and constantly monitor and report progress on the same.

Person Specifications and Competencies:
The ideal candidate will be educated at the postgraduate level, with a Masters degree in social sciences from a recognized university.

She/he should have at least 4 years of demonstrated experience managing development projects, preferably with an INGO.

Previous experience working directly with communities will be a distinct advantage.

The position holder should be aware of Child Protection issues and be of high integrity to be able to model Build Africa Kenya's core values.

If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself up to the challenge, please send /email your application and a copy of your CV with daytime contact numbers, details of 3 referees and an indication of your salary expectations so as to reach the following by 5.00 pm, 29th-July 2011.

The Country Director
Build Africa Kenya
PO Box 10604-0100
Nairobi.

Email: bak@build-africakenva.org
Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

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Sudan Radio Service: News Programming Adviser

Education Development Center (EDC) is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC is committed to Diversity in the Workplace.

EDC operates the Sudan Radio Service (SRS), which broadcasts objective news and information to Sudan and to Darfur, through its Darfur News and Information Service (DNIS).

The News Programming Adviser is responsible for partnering successfully with Chief of Party, Principal International Technical Adviser, home office project director and with Business Services, expatriate and local staff.

The News Programming Adviser will advise the DNIS news team and the DNIS and SRS drama teams, including:

* Assisting the COP and other staff in developing an overall vision and direction for DNIS;
* Advising the DNIS news team, particularly the DNIS news team coordinator;
* In collaboration with Principal International Technical Adviser and the DNIS Coordinator, ensuring that DNIS news meets SRS editorial standards;
* Assisting the DNIS team in planning documentary programs, and ensuring that the programs meet SRS editorial and technical standards;
* Developing and enforcing editorial practices that promote fair, accurate reporting on any and all nationally-important events and issues that impact Sudanese and South Sudanese citizens;
* Ensuring that news coverage planning is detailed, timely, and proactive;
* Mentoring and training of the DNIS news team on investigative techniques, writing, etc;
* Expanding DNIS news and current events program offerings;
* Advising on and/or editing daily DNIS news stories for broadcast and publication on the SRS website;
* Striving to maintain SRS as the leading independent broadcast news outlet in Sudan and South Sudan;
* Increasing the reach of Sudan Radio Service programming by strengthening existing partnerships with local broadcasters and developing new partnerships with other news outlets;
* Managing new media initiatives which promote and disseminate SRS news coverage (website, SMS, electronic newsletters);
* Performing other duties, as assigned.

The News Programming Adviser will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, but will travel to Sudan, and, if necessary, to Chad and other locations where Darfur refugees are located.

Qualifications:

This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills.

Specific requirements:

* Master’s degree or above, or equivalent combination of training & education
* With Master’s degree, 5–8 years related experience, including a minimum of 5 years technical project management or program development experience
* Specific technical expertise relevant to the projects, programs and operations
* Outstanding leadership skills
* Excellent analytical skills and aptitude for details
* Capacity to work in difficult conditions and function well under pressure
* Proficiency in English required; proficiency in Arabic and local Darfur languages preferred
* International experience required; experience in a developing country essential
* Solid background in radio journalism

EDC is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and a smoke-free workplace

Applications:

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their application letters, accompanied by detailed CVs and a day time telephone and email contact to:

jobs@sudanradio.org

or

EDC – Sudan Radio Service
P. O. Box 4392 -00100
Nairobi

To reach not later than 1 August 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

All applicants who will not have heard from us within 2 weeks from closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful

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Kenya Institute of Management: Jitihada Project Manager

The Kenya Institute of Management - a leading not-for-profit (NGO Kenya) membership-based management and business development organization through the Centre for Enterprise Development (CED) on behalf of the Ministry of Industrialization is running a National Business Plan Competition for Micro, Small and Medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The Project known as "Jitihada" will run for 1 year and is part of a World Bank funded five year project on MSMEs in Kenya.

In this regard, the Institute invites applications for suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Jitihada Project Manager

Job Purpose:
The Jitihada Project Manager will be responsible for building a locally managed, self-sustaining national competition. within the one year project period.

The Manager will therefore provide leadership and coordination for all activities required for the successful launch and execution of the competition.

Principal Accountabilities:
* Guide and develop a team of highly motivated professionals to implement the Jitihada Competition
* Promote the Jitihada brand to a national profile among the leading private sector Companies in Kenya and engage companies to support Jitihada
* With the support of the PR & Marketing Coordinator, lead the process of refining and implementing the Jitihada Marketing and PR plan
* Guide the process to develop and execute a strategy to engage the financial sector to provide capital to participants
* Provide oversight for the Implementation of Jitihada's curriculum and training programs development and implementation as well as formation of an aftercare program
* Oversee the development of written reports to be presented to the client

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
* Holder of a degree in a relevant field
* An expert in private sector development with a minimum of 7 years relevant professional experience;
* Very familiar with the MSMEs sector and private sector initiatives in Kenya
* Conversant with project aid modality, programme design and management and financial management issues;
* Experience in directing multi - disciplinary teams
* Exposed to business plan competition

How to Apply
Interested candidates who satisfy the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed resume, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees.

The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 27 July 2011 at 5pm.

KIM is an equal opportunity employer
Visit our website for more information about KIM - www.kim.ac.ke

The Human Resource Manager
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O. Box 43706-00100
Nairobi

Email: hr@kim.ac.ke

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Sudan Radio Service: IT Coordinator

The IT Coordinator is responsible for the support and administration of the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure at EDC’s Kenya office with some oversight of the Juba, South Sudan Office.

The IT Coordinator will report to the SRS Chief of Party or his/her designee.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support, administer and operate the ICT infrastructure
* Conduct disaster planning and recovery of the ICT infrastructure.
* Ensure system integrity, availability and security by establishing proper controls and resolution procedures.
* Provide technical advice to the management in decisions relating to the strategic use of ICT and make recommendations on acquisition and deployment of new and existing technologies.
* Establish consultative relationships with all staff pertaining to advice on ICT.
* Install new network-related hardware and software.
* Install PC's and related hardware. Investigate hardware problems and perform minor system hardware and communication connection repairs. Perform basic diagnostic testing.
* In conjunction with EDC’s home office maintain the staff’s e-mail accounts using mail server software on local servers.
* Liaise with the ISP to maintain and support internet and VOIP functionality.
* Maintain all office PC’s, including cleaning and de-fragmenting hard drives, plus updating virus protection and other software.
* Perform weekly archiving of EDC Kenya projects’ broadcast materials.
* Develop skills using and maintaining communications equipment, including (but not limited to) telephony, radio, and VSAT technology, with the goal of being able to do basic troubleshooting of these technologies.
* Maintain and update EDC Kenya project websites and intranet.
* Provide technical advice and support to Sudan-based IT staff.
* Supervise an IT assistant, to whom some of the above duties may be assigned.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* University Degree in information systems/computer sciences, or equivalent knowledge, required.
* Three years’ professional experience managing an office network.
* Experience in Windows 2003/Win 2003 server and XP (certification will be an advantage).
* Experience administering an office network, including ISP relations and remote user connectivity.
* Knowledge of the consulting process directed at client and product delivery.
* Specialization in TCP/IP protocol is required.
* Knowledge of PC hardware maintenance, updating and troubleshooting a must.
* Knowledge of radio operation and server maintenance desirable.
* Must have good communication and training skills.
* Interest in and capacity to learn how to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a VSAT.
* Work timely and effectively to meet deadlines. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends, when necessary.
* Comprehensive knowledge of PC hardware installation, repair, testing, and troubleshooting.
* Must be a team player.

Reports: The IT Coordinator will prepare reports as directed.

Location: The IT Coordinator will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, working at EDC’s, offices. Travel to Sudan is a possibility.

Applications:

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their application letters, accompanied by detailed CVs and a day time telephone and email contact to:

jobs@sudanradio.org

Or

EDC – Sudan Radio Service
P. O. Box 4392 -00100
Nairobi

To reach not later than 1 August 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

All applicants who will not have heard from us within 2 weeks from closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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Regional AIDS Training Network: Programme Manager - Grants Management

The Regional AIDS Training Network (RATN) is an international non-profit organisation with operations in Eastern & Southern Africa (ESA) region.

RATN is a consortium of training and capacity building institutions collaborating on a mission to strengthen the capacity of relevant individuals, organisations and other stakeholders to effectively respond to STIs/HIV/AIDS.

Currently RATN has 30 institutions that are full members spread across 11 countries in ESA region.

In September 2009, RATN launched a new programme (commonly known as INSTANT RFP Initiative) which involves RATN Member Institutions (MI) submitting proposals for small grants on innovative HIV capacity projects aligned to the RATN Strategic Plan.

The initiative aims to stimulate generation of timely innovative and response solutions to HIV capacity gaps in countries and communities targeted by RATN work. The programme has so far been tagged at an average of US$1 million per year and is expected to exponentially expand given its growing potential.

As part of strengthening the INSTANT Initiative and growing the capacity of RATN to diversify its funding portfolio, a new position of Programme Manager - Grants Management has been established at the RATN Secretariat.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Programme Manager will be part of the Senior Management Team and will be based in Nairobi. The Programme Manager will primarily provide leadership in managing the RATN INSTANT programme and responding to calls for funding proposals aimed at growing the programme and diversifying the wider RATN funding portfolio.

Working within a small team at the RATN Secretariat, the role requires a flexible individual who can stimulate new ideas and fresh approaches, with sensitivity to RATN values. Applicants must possess outstanding project & programme design and evaluation skills gained through previous experience in the NGO sector and excellent interpersonal skills.

To apply, please email your CV with covering letter explaining how you meet the needs of this position to us by 5th August 2011.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Grants management vision, leadership, coordination and team management

* Provide leadership and vision for the RATN grants management programme
* Develop procedural documents and processes and ensure full understanding of the grants management process at all levels within the program.
* Ensure that pre-award risk assessments are carried out on each grantee and that decisions are incorporated into grant awards
* Ensure strong links between the grants management and capacity building approach to maximize efforts to strengthen grant management processes for RATN and its partners
* Ensure strong links between the grants management and M&E systems to improve reporting and measuring results and impact
* Ensure that solid documentation is provided and maintained under each grant (and according to donor policies and RATN’s standards to the extent they can be fully audited with limited or no adverse findings)
* Coordinate grants management systems across programmes to ensure high quality and consistency
* Coordinate proposal review process and ensure compliance with grants conditions
* Review reports from grantees to ensure programmatic and financial compliance against programme expectations and grant conditions
* Play a supervisory role to the grants staff under the programme
* Collaborate with the capacity building programme team to identify priority areas for training of partners and develop strategic interventions to assist grantees/partners
* Collaborate with the M&E team to develop relevant reporting processes that directly address M&E requirements

B. Funding Proposals leadership and team management

* The incumbent will work as part of Senior Management team to increase funding sources both in streams and volumes and analyse donor requirements with a view to strengthening and growing RATNs programmes
* The Programme Manager will take the lead in identifying and sourcing for funding and resource opportunities from multiple sources including but not limited to (development partners, foundations and corporate), at national, regional and international level, and will coordinate and manage the resource mobilization portfolio.
* Work closely with RATN’s management and program teams to manage funding proposals from start to finish, including conceptualizing programs, developing budgets, writing proposals and reports, managing implementation and reporting on results
* Lead RATN’s careful tracking of and response to requests for proposals (RFPs) from institutions, government and multilateral agencies
* Research and apply for new funding opportunities from institutional funders, government agencies, and multilateral agencies (e.g., USAID, Global Fund, World Bank, African Development Bank etc)
* Identify and secure opportunities for RATN to provide its services (e.g., technical assistance, training and capacity building, etc.) to projects in the region, as lead and/or subcontractor
* Write and submit proposals, grant applications and reports C. External Relations
* Represent RATN at strategic meetings and public forums related to its mission and programs
* Initiate and maintain strong, ongoing partnerships with relevant community, including government agents, other non-governmental and non-profit organizations, and for-profit corporations to collaborate on relevant and strategic funding proposals
* Build strong public-private partnerships and actively cultivate and manage relationships with program staff at bilateral and multilateral funding agencies

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

The minimum required academic and professional skills for the job holder to perform successfully in their job are:

* Master’s Degree in relevant field
* At least five (5) years work experience at supervisory level of a multi-stakeholder programme in relevant sectors
* Proven and extensive experience in developing winning proposals targeting key donors
* At least three (3) years in grants management involving varied sub-grantees
* Project management/plan development skills
* Working knowledge of regulations applicable to grants management and administration
* Highly proficient in MS Office, spreadsheets and database skills
* Sophistication and poise, with the intellectual depth and maturity to work with executives, staff, government officials and other leaders
* Detail orientation, with an ability to operate in a highly organized fashion
* Charisma, able to articulate RATN’s mission and programs to inspire across multiple formats (e.g., in-person meetings, phone and video conference)
* Flexibility and creativity, exhibiting determination while maintaining respect for others’ concerns
* Emotional maturity and a good sense of humor
* Ability to work independently and remotely, sometimes on weekends, early in the morning or late in the evening to beat tight deadlines when necessary.
* Commitment to RATN’s mission, purpose and values, and to its methodology, history, culture, programs and constituencies
* Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the region.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Compensation Package: Competitive compensation to commensurate with experience (Up to US$40,000 p.a. with 100% medical cover, 30days annual leave, and discretionary annual bonus

Applicants must submit the following:-

(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 and proposed remuneration package.

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

If you meet the requirements for the advertised position, please submit your application and CV electronically to vacancies@ratn.org

RATN is an equal opportunities employer.

Deadline for applications submission is end of business on Friday 5th August 2011.

For more information on RATN, please visit www.ratn.org

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Nyanza Reproductive Health Society: Director

The Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS Kenya) is a non-profit organization with its headquarters in Kisumu, Kenya dedicated to improving reproductive health of men and women.

NRHS has several projects researching on HIV prevention; it runs support groups for PLWHA and MARPS, and is working with the Ministry of Health to scale up male circumcision for HIV prevention in various parts of Nairobi, Nyanza, Western and Rift Valley Provinces.

NRHS seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Director.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of the Society's projects and overseeing the operations of NRHS, including finance, administration, logistics, procurement and human resources.

He/she will also serve as Principal Investigator on a large CDC/PEPFAR Cooperative Agreement and will assist the Board and collaborators to pursue new initiatives as opportunities arise.

Responsibilities:
* Overall responsibility for effective management of projects to meet objectives and timelines in accordance with NRHS and donor principles, policies and procedures.
* Ensure monitoring systems are maintained and that project reviews and evaluations are carried out as planned.
* Represent NRHS to donors, provincial and national health authorities, NGOs, networks and other parties as necessary.
* Prepare accurate, timely and innovative project proposals.
* Ensure NRHS administrative, financial and logistical systems/procedures are adhered to, reports are comprehensive and on time, and that NRHS complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
* Overall management and appraisal of project staff in collaboration with the Human Resources Officer.
* Ultimately responsible for staff recruitment, selection, support and dismissal.

Desired Experience, Skills and Training:
* A Masters in Public Health or related field or equivalent.
* At least five years experience managing health-related projects.
* Familiarity with the Kenyan health system and governmental structures
* Excellent computer skills, report writing and budgeting experience
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to lead and motivate staff
* Experience in managing projects funded by U.S. government donors will be an added advantage
* Experience with research and in writing research grant proposals will be an added advantage

Applications should include:
* A cover letter detailing current work, prior experience and qualifications in the areas described above telephone and e-mail contact
* A current CV
* Names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least 3 professional referees

Apply via email to humanresources@unimkenya.org with the job title 'DIRECTOR' on the subject line.

Applications will be considered beginning August 5 2011

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Communications Officer & Internal Auditor

The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is a public policy research Institute established to develop human and institutional capacities, by undertaking economic forecasting, policy analysis and research; contributing to the formulation of medium and long-term strategic perspectives for development of Kenya; and undertaking capacity building.

To meet the growing demand for its services, KIPPRA invites qualified, experienced and dynamic candidates to fill the following positions:

Job Title: Communications Officer. Grade: KIP 5

Division: Knowledge Management and Communications
Reporting to: Knowledge Management and Communications Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: Assistant Communications Officer

Position Summary
The incumbent will be expected to manage all KIPPRA internal and external communications in liaison with other Knowledge Management and Communications staff

Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting the Executive Director in developing and implementing a communication and engagement strategy;
* Developing communication messages to ensure visibility of the Institute, including drafting press releases, assisting researchers to draft media articles from their published papers, responding to media queries and handling public relations;
* Managing the KIPPRA website, which includes regular updating and monitoring;
* Designing, developing and producing the KIPPRA Policy Monitor (internal newsletter), which includes leading editorial and planning meetings, sourcing articles and images, sub-editing and proof reading articles;
* Managing all KIPPRA internal and external communications, which includes design and development of all the communications;
* Developing, implementing and maintaining a strong KIPPRA image and brand;
* Monitoring and documenting the performance of the Institute in the area of communication and stakeholder engagement;
* Building the capacity of researchers to communicate and engage effectively with a diverse range of audiences; and
* Planning and coordinating all KIPPRA external events.

Desired technical Qualifications:
* Masters Degree in Communications or a related discipline.
* At least five (5) years experience in communications, media liaison and public relations.

Behavioral Competencies:
* Excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills;
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders;
* Ability to analyze technical information from different research outputs and to synthesize this information into coherent briefs, media articles and communication documents; and
* Flexibility, creativity and effectiveness in working collaboratively with all stakeholders under tight deadlines.

Job Title: Internal Auditor. Grade: KIP 6

Division: Internal Audit
Reporting to: Board of Directors

Supervisory Responsibilities: Assistant Internal auditor

Position Summary:
The internal auditor shall assess the adequacy of risk management, control and governance processes put in place by the management and also provide an independent objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Institute’s operations by assisting the management and Audit Committee in the effective discharge of their duties and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities are:
* Review the reliability and the integrity of financial and operating controls and recommending effective control methods at reasonable costs
* Ascertaining the extent of compliance with the Institute’s established policies, plans, procedures, and regulations that could have significant impact on its operations
* Identify and evaluate the risks that impact on the operations and then assist in identifying the most appropriate strategies, policies, procedures and controls to manage risks to a level acceptable to management.
* Communicate audit issues and recommendations concerning areas being reviewed to the board and senior management through a comprehensive and complete report of audit area
* Carry out forensic audits where required and as may be appropriate
* Provide secretarial support to Board Audit Committee
* Follow up outstanding audit issues to confirm that corrective/remedial action is taken on reported audit findings and recommendations.

Desired technical Qualifications:
* University Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business administration, Masters will be an added advantage
* At least 5 years experience in Management, financial and ICT audits
* Certified Public Accountant final-CPA (K);
* Experience in using computerized auditing and accounting applications, risk management and internal controls;

Behavioral Competencies:
* Ability to plan, work and execute projects with minimum supervision and to complete work within required deadlines
* Demonstrate excellent analytical skills
* Demonstrated high levels of initiative, autonomy, adaptability, maturity and sound judgment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff

Terms and Application Procedure:
KIPPRA offers competitive terms and conditions of employment.

Successful candidates will be employed on a 3-year contract, renewable on the basis of performance.

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application letter indicating the job title of the position applied for on both letter and envelope, copy of updated/detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, current and expected salary, names and contacts (telephone and e-mail) of three (3) professional referees who are familiar with the candidate’s qualifications and work experience to:

The Senior HR and Administration Officer,
Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis,
Bishops Garden Towers, 2nd Floor, Bishops Road,

P.O. Box 56445-00200, City Square, Nairobi

Email: All email applications should be sent to hr@kippra.or.ke

You can visit www.kippra.org for more information
Applications should reach not later than 29th July 2011

KIPPRA is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates from the often marginalized segments of the society are particularly encouraged to apply.

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Safaricom: Senior BB Tx Planning Engineer

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Core Network Planning & Support Department within the Technical & IT Division.

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

Senior BB Tx Planning Engineer
Ref: TECHNICAL_BBPE_JUNE_2011

Reporting to the Senior Manager- Tx Planning & Support, the holder of the position will model, plan, design, optimize and management of reliable transport/transmission network systems in support of timely backbone transmission requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

* Modeling and planning of Transport systems/network and respective capacity planning and analysis.
* Take a lead role in the development and application of packet and cell based transport in safaricom network;
* Equipment planning and subsequent transport space management ;
* Ensure projects with suppliers are carried out in line with the approved processes and procedures to ensure that the key milestones are attained/flagged to attain project delivery timelines;
* Ensuring equipment space and power availability for planned systems;
* Liaise with implementation department during site surveys and visits to ensure timely project completion in accordance to set timeframes
* Approval of transmission/transport designs and plans for required bandwidth for projects from leased transmission capacity vendors.
* Perform transmission/transport trials, equipment/systems parameters checks and evaluation and subsequent recommendations for approval and adoption of new equipment, systems and technologies into the network.
* Cost effectiveness in relation to OPEX of trials introduced in the network.

Minimum requirements:

* University degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering;
* 5 years experience in telecommunications environment of which 3 years must have been involved in installations/commissioning and planning of major telecom projects especially in the transmission field;
* Conversant with the design, implementation and operation of packet and ATM based networks;
* Must have in-depth knowledge of packet based data networks
* Have good understanding of mobile network. GSM/WCDMA knowledge is an added advantage;
* In depth project management skills using MS Project.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Tuesday, 26th July 2011.

The Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition,

Safaricom Limited.

Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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