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

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

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

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

We have a vacancy for the following position:

Gender Technical Officer (GTO)

GTO/LVCT/2011

Location: Nairobi

Purpose of position:

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

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

Duties and responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

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

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

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

Or email: recruitment@lvct.org

so as to arrive NOT later than 16th September 2011

Note: Only short listed applicant will be contacted.

LVCT is an equal opportunity employer

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Aga Khan University Hospital: Administrator, Scala Database

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

Administrator, Scala Database

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

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

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

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

To Apply:

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

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

Or by email to hr.recruitment@aku.edu

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

Applications by email are preferred.

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Consolidated Bank: Customer Service Manager

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

Customer Service Manager

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

Core Duties & Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

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

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

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Nairobi Hospital: Jobs and Vacancies

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

Peadiatrics

Internal Medicine

Obstetrics/Gynaecology

Radiology

Pathology

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

Cross cutting duties will include:

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

Minimum Requirements:

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

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

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

or hrm@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than 15th September 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Kabarak University: Provost (Academic and Spiritual Affairs)

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

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

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

Provost (Academic and Spiritual Affairs)

Person Profile

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

Job Profile

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

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

Remuneration and Terms of Employment

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

Application Procedure

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

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

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

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

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

Kabarak University Moral Code

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

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CHF International: Jobs and Vacancies

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

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

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

Program Coordinator, Tharaka

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

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

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

Qualifications:

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

Program Assistant - Livelihoods :- Kitui

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

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

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

Qualifications:

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

Finance Officer - Kitui

Overview:

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

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

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

Finance Assistant - Tharaka

Overview:

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

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

Qualifications:

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

Logistics / Procurement Assistant - Kitui

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

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

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

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

M&E Officer - Nairobi

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

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

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

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

Previous experience in disaster relief programs a plus.

Community Mobilizers - Tharaka, Kitui and Mwingi

Overview:

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

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

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

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

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Jhpiego: Training Advisor

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

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

We are currently recruiting a Training Advisor with excellent technical and training skills who is a team player, dedicated, highly motivated and willing to work in a high pressure office requiring multi-tasking.

Training Advisor

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

Responsibilities:

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

Requirement:

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

Interested applicants should send a CV with three referees and detailed cover letter to the following email address by 15th September 2011: HR-Kenya@jhpiego.net indicating how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

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

Only those selected for interview will be contacted

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer

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Hilton Hotel: Restaurants Manager

A Career with the Hilton Hotel opens up the world of hospitality to you

Hilton Hotel provides a terrific range of career opportunities.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out in this very exciting industry, we would be delighted to welcome you to our family.

At Hilton Nairobi, we provide opportunities beyond your imagination. Our international presence, strong growth plans and personal development will help you achieve your career goals and more.

You can be part of a strong and growing company and you can join a special family, one dedicated to a positive, productive and diverse working environment.

We are currently looking for a truly outstanding individual with boundless energy and enthusiasm for Food and Beverage Operations to fill the position of:

Restaurants Manager
Job Ref No. 23/2011

Principle Responsibility & Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Food and Beverage Manager, the holder of this position will be responsible for managing, directing and organizing restaurant operations to maintain high standards of food and beverage quality, service and marketing to maximize profits through outstanding customer service.

Essential Functions:

* Maximizes restaurants’ profitability; implements effective controls of food, beverage, and labour costs and monitors the restaurant’s budget to ensure efficient operations, including achieving budgeted revenue and labour expenses.
* Develops and implements cost saving and profit enhancement measures for the restaurants.
* Regularly reviews and evaluates the degree of customer satisfaction of the restaurant; recommends and implements new marketing and/or operational policies and procedures when necessary to keep up with demand and market changes; investigates and resolves food quality and service complaints. Interacts positively with customers.
* Responsible for ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures that relate to the restaurant as well as all laws and regulations; responsible for ensuring cleanliness and proper sanitation of all work and service areas.
* Participates in the development, implementation and marketing of new and creative menus to attract a pre-determined customer market; promotes the cross-selling of other hotel outlets and the company.
* Conduct all administration work including but not limited to attendance records, duty roasters, guests history records and log books.

Qualification Standards:

* University degree in Hotel Management or equivalent.
* At least five years experience in related field preferred. Hotel restaurant management experience preferred.
* Experience with supervision of employees required.
* Must be conversant with Micros POS.
* Knowledge about the facilities of the Hilton Hotels worldwide and Hilton Nairobi in particular will be an added advantage.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Outgoing, punctual, people oriented, excellent communication skills, customer focused, excellent administration skills.
* Knowledge of restaurant operations including foods, beverages, supervisory aspects, service techniques and guest interaction.
* Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with guests and employees, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger and to collect accurate information and to resolve problems.
* Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods.
* Interpersonal skills to provide overall guest satisfaction.

Application Process:

Excellent future career opportunities are available within the organization. Compensation and benefits are commensurate with background and experience.

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration to Nairobi_Recruitment@hilton.com before end of day 14th September 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Hilton Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification

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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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