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Mercy Corps Administration & Logistics Officer Job for Mombasa, Kisumu and Nyanza Kenya 2012
The Operations Department is committed to implementing and maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and integrity in the operations functions.
General Position Summary:
The Administration and logistics officer is responsible for facilitating the administration and logistics functions at Mercy Corps field offices. Working closely with Program, Operations and Finance the Administration and Logistics Officer is instrumental in supporting program activities through his/her services.
Essential Job Functions:
Responsible for operations functions at the field office as follows:
Procurement
- Daily coordination of MC procurement activities;
- Ensure full understanding and adherence to MC procurement policies and formats. Assists, as needed in training staff on these policies;
- Assists staff as needed on creating clear and understandable purchase requests and other documentation;
- Collects quotations and bids from the market for PR-s as assigned by manager – as per Mercy Corps standards and formats;
- Interact with Vendors during collection of quotations – explain Mercy Corps formats and ensure that vendors will use the provided forms.
- Ensure fair competition and strictly adhere to MC procurement rules regarding vendor relations
- Maintain up to date Mercy Corps Procurement data management system.
- Interact with contractors, in coordination with the Program & operations Manager;
- Prepare the required documentation of supplies and transactions are completed to MC standards.
- Ensure proper asset management; maintain proper and updated asset register with clear asset identification tags.
- General management of agency vehicles in co-operation with the Operations Manager.
- Ensure that all vehicles are safe and road-worthy.
- Collecting and distributing of vehicle log-sheets to drivers; responsible for monthly compilation and submission of log-sheets.
- Schedule vehicle use to meet programmatic and operational needs.
- Maintain vehicle board daily.
- Oversee fuel consumption purchase and tracking including coordination with gas station(s)
- Organize regular service schedules for vehicles. Maintain service schedule files.
- Collect Vehicle Service Requests from drivers. Submit VSR-s to the Operations Manager for approval
- Ensure major repairs are done in a timely manner.
- Ensure security measures for vehicles such as parking, storage of keys, emergency supplies, etc.
- Ensure that security incident reports are completed and filed (if related to vehicles).
- Ensure proper management and coordination of staff travel arrangements including transport and security
- Ensure good general office management
- Ensure adherence to Mercy Corps administrative, IT, HR and logistics procedures and staff policies by MC staff. Provide training and guidance to MC staff, as needed.
- Prepare, update and track needed changes in staff files including timesheets, leave system tracking, and other personnel matters as required.
- Manage and renew office and house/apartment rental agreements.
- Establish and maintain appropriate filing systems for office correspondence.
- Ensure that the office is run in a professional and responsible manner including hosting guests, cleaning, receptionist duties and general contact and liaison with outside agencies.
- Purchase of office supplies.
- Co-ordinate any other necessary administrative and office management details including the maintenance of the premises.
- Preparing comprehensive, accurate and timely monthly reports.
Supervisory Responsibility:
The Administration & /Logistics Officer will oversee/manage the Office Assistant & Drivers and ensuring that all technical, administrative and management systems and standards agreed upon for the agency is adhered to
Accountability
Accountable for following Mercy Corps Field Procurement Manual, Administration manual, the MC Code of conduct regarding procurement activities and MC Conflict of Interest policy.
Reports Directly To: Operations Manager
Works Directly With: Program, Logistics Team
Knowledge and Experience:
- Degree in a relevant business field is desired or advanced diploma in Business Administration or supply chain management.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in supply chain management; Office administration or experience in related field.
- Good oral and written English skills.
- Good computer skills on MS Office programs, especially in MS Excel.
- A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action as to not to delay program activities.
- A clear understanding of procurement and administration ethics and donor compliance is essential.
- Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
- Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
- Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
- Good spoken and written English
- Computer literate and strong organizational skills.
“Application for the position of Administration & Logistics Officer
NGO Chief of Party Job in Kenya 2012
- Provide overall technical and management leadership
- Supervise staff and assure integration of project components
- Represent the project to USAID and stakeholders
- Assure clear and timely reporting of progress to USAID
- Manage the budget in accordance with USAID and Abt policy
- Experience working in Kenya required
- Fluency in Kiswahili required
- Fluent English, university degree(s),
- Email CV to IEGJobs@abtassoc.com
- Please include ‘Kenya COP’ in the Subject line of the email
Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) Directors, Program Officers and Senior Admin Officer Jobs in Kenya 2012
The function of the Commission is to monitor, facilitate and oversee the development of legislation and administrative procedures required to implement the Constitution.
The Commission’s monitoring, facilitative and oversight roles involve scrutinizing the development and application of all policies, laws, systems and administrative procedures to ensure compliance with the letter and spirit of the Constitution.
In addition, Section 15(d) of the Sixth schedule requires CIC to monitor the implementation of the system of devolved government effectively.
The Commission is obligated, under Article 249 of the Constitution, to protect the sovereignty of the people, secure the observance by all state organs of democratic values and principles; and promote constitutionalism.
In order to ensure that the Commission delivers on its mandate, CIC is seeking to recruit high caliber, results oriented and self-driven professionals to provide leadership and operational management in the following roles:
1. Director, Programs
1 Post
Reporting to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, the Director Programs will provide strategic leadership and operational management in the implementation of CIC’s programs in line with the Commission’s Strategic Plan and the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic planning: In consultation with the Commissioners, design and oversee the implementation of program strategies and policies to ensure robust implementation of the Commission’s programs
- Program management: Oversee the delivery of the Commission’s program mandate in line with the Commission’s strategic objectives
- Program monitoring and evaluation: Develop and oversee the application of appropriate guidelines to monitor and evaluate program activities on a regular basis to ensure compliance with the approved work plans and execution timelines
- Resource mobilization: Prepare proposals for resource mobilization
- Reporting: Coordinate the preparation of quality reports
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya; and
- At least twelve (12) years work experience in program coordination, administration or management, eight (8) of which should be at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge and understanding of policy development, legislation, institutional reforms and the development and application of administrative procedures;
- Strong program management skills with a proven track record in managing complex, multi-faceted programs;
- Competencies in strategic planning ,monitoring and evaluation;
- A creative and astute planner who is innovative in work flow design and management; and
- A self-motivated and an effective communicator with excellent people-leadership abilities.
1 Post
Reporting to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, the Director Management Services will coordinate the delivery of quality services in financial, accounting, legal, information technology, human resources, procurement and facilities management and prudently manage the commission’s resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic planning: Facilitate the implementation of the Commission’s strategic plan for the function and recommend aligned service delivery objectives;
- Organizational policies: Facilitate the development of organizational policies and procedures;
- Financial & accounting management: Oversee the development of financial and accounting strategies and systems;
- Performance management: : In consultation with Chief Executive Officer d develop staff performance managements tools; and
- Reporting: Oversee the development of quality reports.
- Hold both a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya; and
- At least twelve (12) years work experience in finance, administration or management, eight (8) of which should be at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Effective written and oral communication skills;
- Excellent people-leadership abilities;
- Good understanding of relevant Government rules and regulations;
- Ability to manage relationships with staff and other implementing agencies;
- Strategic planning skills; and
- A creative and astute planner, with innovative work flow design competencies.
1 Post
The Principal Program Officer, Legislative Development, will coordinate the review of and review proposed bills and existing legislation to ensure conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research
- Prepare reports
- Review and coordinate the review of proposed bills and existing legislation
- Review the processes applied in the development of legislation
- Make recommendations on legislative interventions required to implement the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and
- Draft concept papers and program documents in line with established work plans;
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya; and
- Have at least ten (10) years work experience in legislative development and implementation, seven (7) of which should be at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge in legislative development
- Appreciation of legislative drafting
- Strong program management competencies
- Excellent in planning and organizing
- Strong critical analysis and problem solving abilities and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
1 Post
The Principal Program Officer, Legislative Drafting will coordinate the activities of the technical support team and provide technical support in the review of bills by CIC in conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research
- Prepare reports
- Draft proposed amendments to bills required for the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and prepare accompanying reports; and
- Make recommendations for amendments of existing legislation to ensure compliance with the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
- Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law and a Master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya and, a postgraduate qualification in legislative drafting;
- At least ten (10) years legal work experience seven (7) of which must be in legislative drafting at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge of legislative drafting
- Strong program management skills
- Strong problem solving and critical analytical and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2 Posts
The Senior Program Officer, Legislative Drafting will provide technical support for the drafting of bills reviewed by CIC in conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research
- Draft bills required for the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and prepare accompanying reports
- Make recommendations for amendments of existing legislation to ensure compliance with the constitution of Kenya 2010; and
- Prepare reports.
- Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from a university recognized in Kenya and a postgraduate qualification in legislative drafting; A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
- At least Six (6) years legal work experience, three (3) of which must be in legislative drafting at middle level or middle management level in a State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge of legislative drafting
- Strong program management skills
- Strong problem solving and critical analysis and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2 Posts
The Principal Program Officer, Policy Development will coordinate the review of and review policies proposed and, the processes applied in the development of the policies by implementing agencies to ensure conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research
- Coordinate the review and review proposed policies and the processes of their development
- Make recommendations on policies and policy development to ensure compliance with the constitution of Kenya 2010
- Draft concept papers, policies and policy development, program documents and reports in line with established work plans; and
- Prepare reports.
- Hold both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya. and
- Have at least ten (10) years relevant work experience Seven (7) of which should be in policy development at senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge in policy analysis and development
- Strong program management skills
- Ability to undertake independent research and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
6 Posts
The Senior Program Officer, Policy Development will provide technical support in the review of policies proposed and the processes applied in their development by implementing agencies, to ensure conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research
- Coordinate the Commission’s review of proposed policies to ensure conformity with the Constitution of Kenya 2010
- Review policies and policy development processes
- Make recommendations on policy development to ensure compliance with the constitution of Kenya 2010
- Draft concept papers, policies, policy development, program documents and reports in line with established work plans
- Monitor the application of policies by implementing agencies; and
- Prepare reports.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya. A Master’s degree will be added advantage.
- Have at least eight (8) years relevant work experience, Six (6) of which should be in policy development at middle level or middle management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge in policy analysis and development
- Good program management
- Ability to undertake independent research and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5 Posts
The Program Officer, Policy Development will review policies proposed by implementing agencies to ensure conformity with the letter and spirit of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research
- Review proposed policies and the processes applied to ensure conformity with the Constitution of Kenya 2010
- Make recommendations on policy development
- Draft concept papers and reports in line with established work plans
- Monitor the application of policies by implementing agencies and
- Prepare reports.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
- A Master’s degree will be added advantage; and
- Have at least five (5) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be in policy development at middle level or middle management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Policy analysis and development
- Good at program management
- Ability to undertake independent research and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
1 Post
The Principal Program Officer, Organization Development and Institutional Strengthening will design and oversee the implementation of change management and institutional strengthening
programs in conformity with the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research
- Undertake the review of institutional frameworks, systems and administrative procedures of implementing agencies to determine compliance with Constitution in line with the CIC mandate
- Facilitate, monitor and oversee organizational and institutional development
- Facilitate, monitor and oversee behavior and systems change and their application
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of the interventions and
- Prepare reports.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya; and
- At least ten (10) years experience in organization development or institutional strengthening, seven (7) of which should be at a senior level or senior management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Knowledge and ability in the institutional strengthening and/or organization development;
- Strong problem analysis and solving skills; and
- Excellent in oral and written communication skills.
4 Posts
The Senior Program Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation will develop and implement sound monitoring and evaluation systems in line with the Commission’s objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement participatory frameworks for monitoring and evaluating the execution of strategies and activities by implementing agencies towards the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya
- In consultation with the Head of Monitoring and Evaluation and the Commissioners in their respective thematic areas, develop appropriate monitoring and evaluation plans for each program and thematic area
- Apply appropriate tools and approaches for monitoring and evaluation programs, implementing agencies and thematic areas
- Monitor and evaluate all thematic areas and programs
- Facilitate the application of lessons learnt; and
- Prepare reports and provide feedback to all.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya .A Master’s degree will be added advantage.
- Have at least eight (8) years relevant work experience, Six (6) of which should be in monitoring and evaluation at middle level or middle management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Excellent monitoring and evaluation competencies
- An understanding of processes for the development of administrative procedures
- Good organizing and analytical; and
- Good oral and written communication skills.
2 Posts
The Program Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation will implement sound monitoring and evaluation systems in line with the Commission’s objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement participatory frameworks for monitoring and evaluating the execution of strategies and activities by implementing agencies towards the implementation of the Constitution of Kenya
- Implement approved monitoring and evaluation plans
- Apply appropriate tools and approaches for monitoring and evaluation programs, implementing agencies and thematic areas
- Monitor and evaluate all thematic areas and programs;
- Facilitate the application of lessons learnt; and
- Prepare reports and provide feedback.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya
- A Master’s degree will be added advantage.
- Have at least five (5) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be in monitoring and evaluation middle level or middle management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Excellent monitoring and evaluation competencies
- An understanding of processes for the development of administrative procedures
- Good organizing and analytical; and
- Good oral and written communication skills.
1 Post
The Senior Administration Officer will provide effective office management and administrative services for the Commission.
Key Responsibilities
- Office and stores administration and management
- Work Safety , security management and administration
- Logistics management and administration
- Transport, travel and motor vehicles
- Supervising support staff of the Commission; and
- In liaison with the procurement department, ensure availability of work equipment/tools and office supplies.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya. A Master’s degree will be added advantage.
- Have at least eight (8) years relevant work experience, Six (6) of which should be in administration middle level or middle management level in State or Non-state organizations.
The applicant must possess the following skills and personal attributes:
- Excellent in planning and organizing;
- Good at task structuring; and
- Excellent human relations skills.
Each applicant must:-
- Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution;
- Have an understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
- Not be active in any political party;
- Have utmost personal integrity;
- Be results-oriented and have ability to effectively deliver quality work under very tight deadlines;
- Work long hours under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision;
- Have computer proficiency in packages for application in area of specialisation and general IT know how in the use of office application packages;
- Willing to selflessly and impartially serve the people of Kenya under the new dispensation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and
- Have work ethic that is informed by the national values and principles of Article 10 of the Constitution and apply a human rights based approach.
CIC is committed to respect the national values and principles and, the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with respect to recruitment of staff. CIC is further committed to implementing affirmative action measures and to this end encourages women, minorities and persons from historically marginalized areas and groups with the requisite qualifications to apply for the advertised jobs.
Detailed job profiles and reference numbers can be accessed at www.cickenya.org.
If your career aspirations match the requirements of these exciting opportunities, please write in confidence quoting the job title on both the cover letter and envelope, before 13th April 2012.
Enclose your Curriculum Vitae containing an e-mail address, daytime telephone contact, qualifications, experience, copies of academic and professional qualifications and of ID/Passport, details on present position held, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees and send by email, post or hand delivered to:
The Chairman, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution,
Parklands Plaza, Muthithi Road and Chiromo Lane Junction,
P.O. Box 48041-00100, Nairobi.
E-mail: chairapplications@cickenya.org
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Mid Sized ICT Company Jobs vacancies kenya 2012
Business Development / Enterprise Consultant
Reporting to the Head of Corporate, the Enterprise Consultant will be responsible for all sales activities, from lead generation through to close in the assigned strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop annual business plan in conjunction with Head of Corporate Sales
- Manages assigned key accounts to ensure achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation, and long-term account goals
- Responsible for the Sales of the Company’s suite of products and services with a focus on the high end corporate market
- Develop, manage and up sell to a database of qualified key accounts; maintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities
- Create and conduct effective proposal presentations and RFP responses
- Responsible for sourcing and developing client relationships and referrals in key accounts
- Responsible for identifying and building effective Influence Networks with professional affiliations
- Collaborate with others to solve problems creatively and demonstrate high integrity
- Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
- Bachelor’s degree holder in business, marketing or IT
- 3-5 years of experience in sales in the Applications and ICT industry
- Proven ability to exceed sales quotas
- Experience in selling ICT solutions to large, complex organizations
- Aggressive, self driven over achiever
- Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements in the ICT industry
- Willingness to travel and work with a dynamic team of professionals
- Possess good technical and product knowledge
- Possess selling skills that allow for effective presentation of products and services
- Demonstrate a complete understanding of pricing and proposal models
- Demonstrate the ability to gather, submit detailed business information for product development
- Demonstrate the ability to carry on a business conversation with business owners and executive decision makers
The senior accountant will be responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
Main Responsibilities
- compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts
- ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
- ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met and prepare financial management reports
- ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
- establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
- Accounting degree or equivalent with ACCA/CPA-K
- a minimum of 3 years’ post training experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice
- knowledge and experience of related computer applications
- knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
- Ability to cope with multi-tasking assignments
- Understanding of business management
- A confident and determined approach
- A high degree of self-motivation and drive
- Team player who must be able to work independently as well
This position requires a Uganda National to be responsible for the organization and coordination of office operations, procedures and resources to facilitate organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- handle clerical, administrative and secretarial responsibilities and tasks
- design, implement and maintain filing systems and procedures for record keeping
- monitor record keeping; ensuring security and confidentiality of data
- design, implement and enforce office policies and procedures
- implement procedural and policy changes to improve operational efficiency
- monitor and maintain office supplies inventory
- review and approve office supply acquisitions
- maintain a safe and secure working environment
- handle customer inquiries and complaints
- manage internal staff relations
- a business degree/diploma with a number of years administrative and supervisory experience
- knowledge of accounting, data and administrative management practices and procedures
- knowledge of clerical practices and procedures
- knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures
- knowledge of business and management principles
- computer skills and knowledge of office software packages
- communication skills; decision making
- problem analysis and assessment; judgment and problem solving
- planning and organizing; work and time management
- attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- delegation of authority and responsibility
- integrity, stress tolerance, adaptability
- teamwork and collaboration
If you meet the above requirements and are self- driven, proactive, results oriented and up to the challenge, send your CV and Application Letter, quoting the Job Title in the Email Subject to nuruw21@gmail.com by close of business Friday 24th February 2012.
A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.
Note: these positions are urgent and may be filled before the closing date.
Employee Service Centre Head of Department Safaricom Job in Kenya 2012
Ref: HODESC – JANUARY 2012
Reporting to the Director Resources, the job holder will facilitate the formulation and implementation of processes, procedures and strategies to enhance growth of the Employee Service Centre to maximize business value and to meet corporate objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Establishing and leading the HR shared service that focuses on HR administrative excellence.
- Accountability for managing HR information systems utilizing ORACLE and other platforms.
- Responsible for Employee Relations Management in pursuit of an engaged and productive workforce.
- Providing oversight and leadership in building an integrated wellness program for Safaricom.
- Providing oversight and leadership of transactional service delivery, operational effectiveness, business process review, continuous improvement activities and staff coaching and development.
- Ensuring that processes needed for the quality management system are established, implemented and maintained in accordance to ISO 9001 international Standards.
- Providing leadership and direction to the support services section within the Resources division, by formulating, managing and directing dynamic interface processes with suppliers of non-core but essential services namely fleet management, hotel and travel services.
- Over ten years experience in HR Management.
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training, education and experience.
- Be a seasoned HR manager with a change management orientation.
- Possess strong administrative skills with a flair for technological enhancements to transactional processing.
- Experience in people management and leading a team.
- Have considerable knowledge of labour relations.
- Good negotiator commercially survey & aware.
- Ability to develop & maintain effective relationships which yield results.
- Good Knowledge of the trends, principles and practices of HRIS systems.
- Computer proficiency and ability to operate integrated Oracle HR is essential.
- Excellent communication skills with exception interpersonal and report writing skills.
- Highly innovative, creative with excellent analytical and decision making skills.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.
The deadline for application is Thursday January 19th 2012.
The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke
AfriCOG Programme Coordinator (MOPA) Job in Kenya 2012
AfriCOG’s governance and anti-corruption reform initiative are aimed at addressing the structural causes of Kenya’s governance crisis by a knowledgeable citizenry.
AfriCOG houses the Movement for Political Accountability (MOPA) Secretariat, which is a citizens’ oriented movement to empower Kenyans to hold their political leadership accountable.
AfriCOG seeks to recruit a motivated energetic professional to coordinate and support MOPA Program
Scope of the position
- Provide overall coordination for the MOPA secretariat.
- Manage partner relations and effectively and efficiently contribute to the management an implementation of programme activities and work plans whilst ensuring compliance with budgetary provisions.
- Provide technical support of research activities as required by the Programmes department
Department: Movement for Political Accountability
Contract Period: Yearly renewable based on performance and availability of funds and subject to 3 months’ probation period
Reporting Relationships
- Direct reporting to the Executive Director
- Working relationship with AfriCOG programme staff, finance and administration, associates and suppliers
- Set up a project management processes and procedures that meet the organization’s requirements and are in compliance with the requirements of funding partners, Incumbent to consult closely with the Executive Director.
- Participate in programme development and take charge of the implementation and reporting activities in respect to MOPA programmes. Ensure that reports meet internal and donor/partner information requirements.
- Manage the MOPA information network and keep all MOPA members on notice and informed on MOPA’s and each other’s’ activities.
- Identify needs for MOPA members and propose appropriate interventions.
- Produce and submit progress reports on substantive MOPA activities to Management Committee and AfriCOG.
- Prepare concept papers, position papers and analytical reports related to MOPA activities
- Write proposals related to MOPA programmatic work; participate in resource mobilization activities including the preparation of project proposals to existent and potential donors. This task is to be executed in close consultation with ED and Finance and Administration Manager
- Participate in AfriCOG research programmes by providing technical support as and when necessary including peer review of report, editing, and quality control.
- Provide professional support as necessary to research consultants, task forces, working groups etc, which are involved in the implementation of AfriCOG research work, activities and work plans.
- Represent AfriCOG in relevant meetings, conferences, seminars etc. as may be determined with your area of work and or as may be determined by ED
- Supervise and instruct Programme Assistants and Interns to MOPA
- Carry out any other duties as may be defined by the Executive Director
- A Master’s degree in social sciences or equivalent from a recognized university
- Good administrative and communication skills
- Strong budget management, monitoring and reporting skills
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- At least 3 years experience in similar position in an NGO set up
- Exposure to and genuine interest in civil society sector
- Experience in partnership building advocacy and networking
The post is open to Kenyan citizens. AfriCOG is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Procedure
Please send the following documents to admin@africog.org and put MOPA PROGRAMME COORDINATAOR in the subject line:
- Cover Letter indicating your current and expected pay
- Curriculum vitae with three referees
- List of your last three employers with contact details
Deadline for applications: 31 January 2012
Kehancha Mother and Child Hospital Nurse Aid Job Vacancies 2012
Kehancha Mother and Child Hospital is a private health facility offering quality affordable healthcare.
We are seeking to recruit suitable candidates for the following position.
Nurse Aid (4)
Qualifications
Must have undergone training in a busy and recognised hospital.
Be able to work under minimal supervision.
Must have some knowledge in theatre operations.
Ability to provide quality supportive care to patients.
Be ready to undertake other duties as may be assigned by the management.
Good communications skills.
Be ready to work and meet targets in a rural setup.
Applications with a detailed CV to be sent on or before 30th January 2012, to the
Director
Kehancha Mother and Child Hospital
P.O. Box 7-40413, Kehancha
or email kehanchahospital@yahoo.com.
Only successful applicants shall be contacted.
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