Executive Associate - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

 Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the OIC, FAO-Somalia, but with wide latitude for independent action, performs duties independently and prioritize administrative and office support tasks to ensure smooth running of the office and its flow  and management of information.
In particular, the incumbent will:
    Manage the OIC, FAO-Somalia’s  immediate office with respect to communications, information sharing, meetings and work flow; identify means and ensure adequate control of communications for the Office; identify complex or sensitive subjects and contacts for special treatment as well as priority issues that need to be brought to the supervisor’s attention; distribute action items not requiring his/her personal attention; as appropriate, provide additional information and guidance to staff at all levels within the Office to ensure clarity in understanding of intent and deadlines.
    Draft responses to written inquiries from all levels of FAO staff and external sources on a variety of complex questions; communicate sensitive information to senior management and coordinate/ expedite responses to sensitive inquiries on behalf of the supervisor.
    Organize high-level meetings, both at the duty station and away, including preparing briefings, taking responsibility for finalization of the agenda, the invitations, the compilation, production and distribution of documentation, note taking and preparation of minutes of meetings; follow-up on required actions.
    Initiate, coordinate and monitor a wide range of administrative actions at Office level.
    Organize and facilitate the administrative work of the OIC, FAO-Somalia’s office: establish internal procedures, and tracking systems for correspondence and documents, provide instructions and guidance, verify that the work is done in accordance with FAO standards and practices and within established deadlines; provide written input to the evaluation of other support staff and monitor work progress and administrative cases of priority and concern to the supervisor.
    Follow up on the preparation by Sector heads/Coordinators of correspondence, reports, memoranda, briefing notes and other documents for the ADG or the DG; review these documents and make/recommend changes to their format or style, in accordance with FAO practices; prepare correspondence for own signature or for the OIC, Fao-Somalia’s signature.
    Liaise with staff at various levels within the office and the whole FAO, Regional Offices, with FAO Representations and external stakeholders;
    Perform other duties as required. 
Qualifications – Essential
Applications are normally not considered from candidates who do not possess ALL of the Essential
Qualifications
Education:
Secondary school education
Experience:
Five years of experience in the provision of general office support and administrative services.
Language:
 Working knowledge (Level C) of English and of one of the other official languages of the Organization
Other:   
    Good planning and organizational skills.
    Ability to quickly analyse situations and take effective action.
    Ability to draft and edit correspondence in the required languages and to perform administrative assignments and carry out instructions with a minimum of explanation.
    Ability to work under pressure and make progress on multiple tasks simultaneously.
    High degree of discretion in dealing with confidential matters.
    The incumbent must have passed the Organization’s typing test in English at 50 wpm and 45 wpm in the second language.
    Ability to supervise and train subordinate staff.
    Computer literacy and ability to effectively use standard software and office automation equipment.
    Working knowledge of the Organization’s computerized personnel/financial/travel systems.
    Tact, courtesy and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. 
Qualifications – Desirable
    Secretarial training.
    Experience in reviewing/editing documentation and in organizing official meetings of the Organization.
    Knowledge of Italian and Level B of a third official language.
This Vacancy Announcement is open to Somali Nationals ONLY.
Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement Number along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form available at http://fmt.faoso.net/documents/PH_form-Blank.docx
E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and applications should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org
The subject line of the e-mail message should be indicated as per the specific Vacancy Announcement Number for each position as indicated i.e. CONFIDENTIAL– FAO/10/2013
Internal candidates are invited to complete ADM75 and provide 14 copies.
The vacancy announcement number must be quoted on the ADM75.
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.    (before 3rd Oct 2013)

Quality Assurance Job Openings Kenya

Quality Assurance Job vacancies Kenya.
Our client, a well established water bottling company in Nairobi is searching for a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the position of a Quality Assurance.
Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:
A minimum of Bachelors of Science degree in Food Science and Nutrition or Analytical Chemistry in a recognized university
At least over 1 years experience as a quality assurance
Should have a Certificate of Good Conduct
Should be presentable with excellent interpersonal skills.
Only qualified candidates should send their applications including three referees, CVs and Certificate of Good Conduct urgently to info@ardenafrica.com.
The candidates should indicate their expected salary and the position applied for in the subject line.

FMCG Production Manager Jobs(Salary 70 – 90K)

Production Manager (Salary 70,000-90,000)
Our Client is a manufacturing production company that produces beverages. They are looking for a production manager.
Main Purpose of the position is to ensure production plan is full achieved in time and in compliance with legal requirements meeting safety, quality, hygiene, cost and customer needs. Drive continuous improvement through Total Quality Management. Empower people to motivate and develop there capability.
Align and involved all the relevant functions.
Main Responsibilities:
Ensure that finished products are consistently manufactured meeting prescribed standards (compliant), on time and meeting consumer expectations
Effectively manage the production plant and various products for short and medium term to ensure the organizations products do not run out
Check the quality of the goods received to ensure compliance with quantity, quality and set price of the goods provided
Plan and to identify and achieve performance improvements
Motivate, guide, support and coach the staff to achieve objectives and to act in accordance with the organizations guidelines.
Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with the local laws striving less accidents through continuous coaching on safety behaviours
Elaborate and execute workforce development program that will provide appropriate flexibility of workforce and assets
Focus on material availability, finished goods quality, and on time delivery through optimal resource allocation
Lead a continuous improvement/employee involvement culture
Drive for excellence and support operators and staff in their tasks
Provide timely feedback and coaching to individuals and team in order to develop them to their full potential and to achieve objectives
Ensure succession plans and development – coaching of direct reports (where applicable) including development of specific training.
Ensure ongoing smooth operation of factory through employee and industrial relations
Ensure the timely launch of new products to the Market as per agreement with the business unit
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Food Technology or a similar degree
2 years working in a similar position
Understanding of production planning process
Advance knowledge of manufacturing instructions and quality standards
Advanced understanding of how to effectively lead and control meeting (ability to handle meeting and conflict)
To apply for this position send your CV to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke quoting the position in the subject line before the 3rd of Oct We do not charge for interviews.
Kindly also mention your current/ last salary. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands (Next To Unga House) Nairobi.
Website: www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

Quality Assurance Job

Quality Assurance Jobs Kenya 2013.
Our client needs to fill the following position:-
Quality Assurance Manager – Dispatch
Position Objective
Ensure adherence of specifications, parameters and quality procedures (including product handling) are followed throughout the Dispatch process.
General Responsibilities / Duties
Ensure that goods dispatched for sale are of good quality, meet our packaging integrity & our quality standards and documents generated and maintained.
Ensure the cleanliness of trucks before goods are loaded and relevant documents are generated and maintained.
Responsible for identification of accepted and rejected products during inspection, maintain data on daily loose bags isolated at Dispatch.
Prepare an analysis report regarding the not acceptable products during inspection.
Conduct internal training, sensitization and evaluation on effectiveness of training on all Dispatch staff on quality and safety related issues.
Responsible for the preparation of sample for customers on enquiry
Responsible for record keeping of all quality related documents pertaining goods dispatched.
Control all food safety hazards in their work areas as per our Food Safety Systems.
Participate actively in any technical committees & meetings.
Assist in other duty assigned.
Skills & Competencies
1. Should posses a degree in Bsc Analytical Chemistry/Bio Chemistry/ Industrial Chemistry.
2. Should have 1-2 years work experience in the food safety and/or quality in the food/manufacturing industry.
3. She should be aged between 26 years and above.
4. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
5. Ability to multi-task with multiple priorities and time frames.
6. Capacity to give a fast determination with any decision making situation.
7. Analytic problem solving and effective decision-making.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Strong verbal and written skills.
If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly send your cv , indicating your current and expected salary to;
Frank Management Consult Limited,
Nyaku House,1st Floor,
Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham
Email: frankmconsult@yahoo.com

Health & Safety Officer Job Opening

Quality Assurance Careers in Kenya
Summary
Qick Televentures is a telecom service provider focused on services in Telecom sector in the field of RF, Transmission, BTS installation, BSC, BSS, MSC, NOC among others which works as a backbone for any Operators or Equipment providers. We are fully supported by Partners from South Africa, Middle East and Canada.
We provide high standards of service in Telecom turnkey solutions, design and execution of foundations and other associated Civil Works.
This position will promote safety awareness by overseeing all aspects of Health & Safety and ensuring prompt and accurate investigation, recording and taking corrective actions.
Key Responsibilities
•    Participate in formulating, reviewing and implementing occupational safety & health strategies, policies, norms, guidelines and procedures.
•    Ensure the company complies with relevant laws governing health & safety and keep necessary documentation in place.
•    Plan and execute periodical health and safety audits, risk assessments and spot-checks and prepare necessary reports and documents for external audits.
•    Participate in accident/incident investigations and follow up on implementation of preventative and corrective actions.
•    Plan, organize and implement relevant occupational safety and health activities and programs that enhance a safe work culture.
•    Provide expert advice and support on safety & health issues to internal stakeholders.
•    Conducting and/or organizing industrial safety and health training for company employees.
•    Monitor staff compliance to health and safety requirements and monitoring stocking of safety and health equipment.
•    Implement processes to reduce the number of injuries occurring.
•    Maintain daily recording data of safety incidents, accidents, illnesses and near misses, and maintain the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual and provide reports to management.
Minimum Qualifications and experience
•    A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with professional Training in Occupational Health safety or equivalent qualification.
•    A Post-graduate diploma in safety management a plus
•    Registration with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services (DOSHS) preferred
•    Minimum of one  (1) year relevant work experience
•    Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and prompt in reporting.
•    Assertive and team player with good interpersonal and communication skills.
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client and a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business 23rd September 2013 to:
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
Visit our website for more vacancies.

Senior Plant Mechanics - Kwale International Sugar Company

Qualifications and Experience
Diploma in Agricultural Mechanization with 3 years experience on heavy machinery
Duties and Responsibilities
    Maintains and repairs Graders, Excavators, dozers, Front loaders and heavy machineries.
    Overhauls the engine of machineries
    Maintains hydraulic systems, power train, final drives, and tandem and drive pumps of machineries.
    Submit report of maintenance to his immediate supervisor.
Based at Ramisi, Msambweni
Qualified individuals are invited to send their application along with detailed CV to careers@kwale-group.com so as to be received on or before 20th Sep 2013

Dispatch Quality Assurance Jobs Kenya

Our client needs to fill the following position:-
Quality Assurance Manager – Dispatch
Position Objective
Ensure adherence of specifications, parameters and quality procedures (including product handling) are followed throughout the Dispatch process.
General Responsibilities / Duties
Ensure that goods dispatched for sale are of good quality, meet our packaging integrity & our quality standards and documents generated and maintained.
Ensure the cleanliness of trucks before goods are loaded and relevant documents are generated and maintained.
Responsible for identification of accepted and rejected products during inspection, maintain data on daily loose bags isolated at Dispatch.
Prepare an analysis report regarding the not acceptable products during inspection.
Conduct internal training, sensitization and evaluation on effectiveness of training on all Dispatch staff on quality and safety related issues.
Responsible for the preparation of sample for customers on enquiry
Responsible for record keeping of all quality related documents pertaining goods dispatched.
Control all food safety hazards in their work areas as per our Food Safety Systems.
Participate actively in any technical committees & meetings.
Assist in other duty assigned.
Skills & Competencies
1. Should posses a degree in Bsc Analytical Chemistry/Bio Chemistry/ Industrial Chemistry.
2. Should have 1-2 years work experience in the food safety and/or quality in the food/manufacturing industry.
3. She should be aged between 26 years and above.
4. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
5. Ability to multi-task with multiple priorities and time frames.
6. Capacity to give a fast determination with any decision making situation.
7. Analytic problem solving and effective decision-making.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Strong verbal and written skills.
Salary is kshs. 25,000/-
If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly send your cv , indicating your current and expected salary to;
Frank Management Consult Limited,
Nyaku House,1st Floor,
Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham
Email: frankmconsult@yahoo.com

Public Service Commission Career Opportunities

Latest Jobs in Kenya
Vacant Positions in the Public Service Commission
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the positions shown below.
Director, Finance, Administration and Planning
One (1) Post
V/No.50/2013
Gross Salary: Ksh.420,865 – Ksh.561,153 p.m. (PSC 8)
(This salary includes 60% basic pay and 40% allowances)
Terms of Service: Pensionable or Contract
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) be a Kenyan citizen;
(ii) have at least fifteen (15) years experience in Finance, Administration and Planning, three (3) years of which should have been in a leadership/senior management position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
(iii) have a Masters degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Public/Business Administration or related field from a university recognized in Kenya;
(iv) have a Bachelors degree in Commerce, Public/Business Administration or any other relevant qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
(v) be a holder of CPA(K)/ACCA qualifications;
(vi) be in good standing with a relevant professional body;
(vii) have attended a course in leadership or management lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized institution;
(viii) have demonstrable professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of a public organization;
(ix) be proficient in application of Information Communication Technology (ICT);
(x) have sound knowledge of financial and accounting systems in the public sector as spelt out in the Public Finance Management Act; and
(xi) have proper understanding of the Procurement Act and Regulations prevailing in the Public Sector.
Key Competencies
strong leadership and management skills;
a strategic thinker;
good interpersonal relations with proven communication skills, both verbal and written; and
strong negotiation and organisation skills;
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director, Finance, Administration and Planning will be in-charge of financial and accounting operations including reporting in accordance with Government regulations.
He/She will have oversight role over the human resource management, procurement, planning and ICT functions of the Commission to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of these support activities.
He/She will be responsible to the Commission Secretary for:
(i) coordinating all administrative and logistical matters in the Commission;
(ii) providing strategic direction in finance, administration and planning functions of the Commission;
(iii) ensuring that an appropriate financial policy framework is in place to guide decision-making by the Commission;
(iv) working closely with the leadership team and advising on the financial implications of the proposed action;
(vi) managing, directing, and coordinating the activities of the finance and planning departments including financial reporting and accounting;
(vii) ensuring the Human Resource and Financial Strategy are linked to the corporate strategy of the Commission;
(viii) monitoring effective implementation of financial, human resource and accounting strategies;
(ix) reviewing, evaluating and recommending improvements to the financial administrative and planning systems and procedures; and
(x) developing and implementing corporate Information Communication Technology strategies to improve performance.
Director, Compliance and Quality Assurance
One (1) Post
V/No.51/2013
Gross Salary: Ksh.420,865 – Ksh.561,153 p.m. (PSC 8)
(This salary includes 60% basic pay and 40% allowances)
Terms of Service: Pensionable or Contract
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) be a Kenyan citizen;
(ii) have at least fifteen (15) years experience in Compliance Audit and Quality Assurance, Administration/Management or Audit, three (3) years of which should have been in a leadership/senior management position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
(iii) have a Masters degree in Public/Business Administration (HRM option) or related field from a university recognized in Kenya;
(iv) have a Bachelors degree in Social Science, Business Administration (HRM option) or related discipline from a university recognized in Kenya;
(v) be in good standing with a relevant professional body;
(vi) have attended a course in leadership or management lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized institution;
(vii) have demonstrable professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of a public organization; and
(viii) be proficient in application of Information Communication Technology (ICT);
Key Competencies
strong leadership and management skills;
a strategic thinker;
good interpersonal relations with proven communication skills, both verbal and written; and
strong negotiation and organisation skills;
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director, Compliance and Quality Assurance will co-ordinate compliance audits, promotion of values and principles of good governance, investigation, monitoring and evaluation of human resource practices for efficient and effective public service.
He/She will be responsible to the Commission Secretary for:
(i) promoting values and principles of governance under article 10, and values and principles of Public Service under article 232 of the Constitution;
(ii) monitoring and evaluation of the Commissions’ delegated functions;
(iii) preparing management reports regarding compliance issues;
(iv) carrying out investigations, monitoring and evaluation of the organization, administration and personnel practices of the public service;
(v) ensuring institutionalization of uniform Standards and Quality Control Procedures in the public service; and
(vi) ensuring the Code of Conduct in the Public Service is kept under regular review.
Director, Establishment and Management Consultancy Services
One (1) Post
V/No.52/2013
Gross Salary: Ksh.420,865 – Ksh.561,153 p.m. (PSC 8)
(This salary includes 60% basic pay and 40% allowances)
Terms of Service: Pensionable or Contract
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) be a Kenyan citizen;
(ii) have at least fifteen (15) years experience in Management Consultancy, Human Resource Management/Development or Organizational Development, three (3) years of which should have been in a leadership/senior management position in the Public Service or Private Sector;(iii) have a Masters degree in Public/Business Administration (Human Resource Management option), Human Resource Management/Development, Organizational Development or other related discipline from a university recognized in Kenya ;
(iv) have a Bachelor degree in Public/Business Administration (Human Resource Management option), Human Resource Management/Development, Organizational Development or other related discipline from a university recognized in Kenya ;
(v) be in good standing with a relevant professional body;
(vi) have attended a course in leadership or management lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized institution;
(vii) have demonstrable professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of a public organization;
(viii) be proficient in the application of Information Communication Technology (ICT); and
(ix) have demonstrable analytical, research and report writing skills.
Key Competencies
strong leadership and management skills;
a strategic thinker;
good interpersonal relations with proven communication skills, both verbal and written; and
strong negotiation and organisation skills;
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director, Establishment and Management Consultancy Services will co-ordinate organizational studies, business process reviews and advice on Scheme of Service and career progression.
He/She will be responsible to the Commission Secretary for:
(i) undertaking organizational and functional reviews to establish appropriate organizational structures and optimal staffing levels;
(ii) reviewing and carrying out needs assessment for the establishment and abolition of offices;
(iii) setting standards on the development and review of Schemes of Service and career progression guidelines;
(iv) reviewing and making recommendations in respect of qualifications of officers in the public service;
(v) carrying out job evaluation and analyses to determine the relative worth and grading of jobs in the public service;
(vi) maintaining the establishment and complement control in the public service; and
(vii) reviewing work processes with a view to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery;
Director, Human Resource Management and Development
One (1) Post
V/No.53/2013
Gross Salary: Ksh.420,865 – Ksh.561,153 p.m. (PSC 8)
(This salary includes 60% basic pay and 40% allowances)
Terms of Service: Pensionable or Contract
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
(i) be a Kenyan citizen;
(ii) have at least fifteen (15) years experience in Human Resource Management/Development, three (3) years of which should have been in a leadership/ senior management position in the Public Service or Private Sector;
(iii) have a Masters degree in Human Resource Management/Human Resource Development; Public/Business Administration (Human Resource Management option) or other relevant qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
(iv) have a Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration (Human Resource Management option) or a relevant Social science from a university recognized in Kenya;
(v) have demonstrable professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of the human resource function and a thorough understanding of emerging Human Resource practices;
(vi) be in good standing with a relevant professional body;
(vii) have attended a course in leadership or management lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized institution; and
(viii) be proficient in application of Information Communication Technology (ICT);
Key Competences
strong leadership and management skills;
a strategic thinker;
good interpersonal relations with proven communication skills, both verbal and written; and
strong negotiation and organization skills;
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director, human resource management /development will co-ordinate development of policies and provide oversight on human resource management function in the Public Service.
He/She will be responsible to the Commission Secretary for:
(i) formulating and reviewing strategies and policies for Human Resource Management and Development in the Public Service;
(ii) identifying core training needs in line with Government objectives and goals for social economic development;
(iii) establishing institutional frameworks in state departments for the discharge of the human resource management/development function;
(iv) regular impact assessments of training undertaken on service delivery;
(v) regular skills auditing and maintenance of a skills inventory in the National Government;
(vi) initiating collaboration with institutions of higher learning and the School of Government for purposes of offering appropriate training to the public service;
(vii) designing, developing and leading the implementation of career development strategies in the public service;
(viii) facilitating and coordinating the Performance Management Systems in the Public Service;
(ix) developing a framework for hearing and determination of appeals from County Governments;
(x) undertaking research and analysis of the status of the Human Resource function in the Public service; and
(xi) developing a framework for handling disciplinary matters and appeals from the National State Departments.How to ApplyInterested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications online through one of the Commission’s websites www.publicservice.go.ke/www.psckjobs.go.ke OR by completing ONE application form PSC 2 (Revised 2007).
The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s website.
Please Note
Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form.
ALL the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION IS COMMITTED TO AVAILING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL KENYANS. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES WHO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE ADVERTISED JOBS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates with transcripts during interviews.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P.O. Box 30095 – 00100Nairobi.
so as to reach the Commission on or before 18th September, 2013
Alice A. Otwala (Mrs.), MBS
Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Public Service Commission

Quality Assurance Jobs Kenya. KWS

Quality Assurance Careers in Kenya
Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya.
The Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at its Headquarters, Airwing and Training Institute in Naivasha.
Head Productivity Improvement  Quality Assurance
JG “3b”
One (1) Post
Reporting to the Deputy Director Strategy and Change, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuous improvement in productivity in the organization.
Duties  Responsibilities
Promoting quality culture and performance improvement throughout the organization
Developing organizational performance indices for performance monitoring
Promoting innovation and creativity culture in the organization
Ensuring the processes needed for the quality management system in the organization are established implemented and maintained
Reporting to Management on matters relating to quality
Liaising with external parties on matters relating to quality
Identifying quality related training needs
Monitoring performance of the quality management system and reporting to top management
Job Requirements
Master’s degree in Strategic Management or its equivalent
Postgraduate Diploma in Productivity Management or its equivalent
Proven training in productivity improvement, management and IT skills
At least Five (5) years relevant experience.
Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID
How to Apply
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees either in soft to hra@kws.go.ke or hard copy to the address below not later than Thursday 20th September, 2013.
Director,
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
Please note that KWS is an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and any form of canvassing for above positions will lead to automatic disqualification.

KASNEB Quality Assurance Careers Kenya

Quality Assurance Jobs in Kenya
KASNEB is established under the Accountants Act, No. 15 of 2008 and the Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya Act, Cap 534, with the mandate to develop syllabuses, conduct professional and technician examinations; certify candidates in finance, accountancy, governance, management, information communication technology and related disciplines; promote its qualifications nationally and globally and accredit relevant training institutions.
The vision of KASNEB is to be a world-class professional examinations body.
In keeping with current strategic needs, KASNEB wishes to fill the following vacancies:
Senior Officer, Quality Assurance and Accreditation- Job Level 6
1 Position
Ref: HRA/ED/SOQAA/II/07/2013
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Quality Assurance and Accreditation, the Senior Officer, Quality Assurance and Accreditation shall be responsible for:
Receiving applications for accreditation from training institutions and undertaking a preliminary evaluation for completeness purposes.
Undertaking field assessments and monitoring of training institutions.
Maintaining up to date records of the status of each institution.
Handling queries from training institutions and advising other stakeholders as appropriate on quality assurance and accreditation matters.
Undertaking regular reviews of the examination processes and procedures for quality assurance purposes and conducting regular research on the same.
Ensuring smooth preparations for accreditation visits by arranging for necessary materials and documents and communicating to training institutions as appropriate.
Monitoring advertisements and other public representations by training institutions to ensure accuracy on their accreditation status.
Qualifications and experience
The ideal candidate will possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:
Bachelors degree in education, commerce or related discipline from a university accredited by the Commission for University Education.
A KASNEB professional qualification will be an added advantage.
At least three (3) years experience in education/examinations management or quality assurance and accreditation of training institutions.
Advanced computer skills.
Key personal attributes
The ideal candidate should:
Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
Be a team player with a pleasant outgoing personality and ability to lead and motivate staff.
Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.
Be proactive, confident, self-driven and able to meet deadlines.
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should send their hand-written applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials, current and expected salary and names and addresses of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 18 September 2013.
The envelope should be marked “CONFIDENTIAL” and indicate the “REFERENCE NUMBER” of the position applied for and be addressed to:
The Secretary and Chief Executive,
KASNEBKASNEB Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 41362-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
KASNEB is an equal opportunity employer.
“Minorities, persons living with disabilities and those from marginalised areas are encouraged to apply”.

KASNED Job Opportunities in Kenya

Quality Assurance Careers Kenya
Manager, Quality Assurance and Accreditation
KASNEB is established under the Accountants Act, No. 15 of 2008 and the Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya Act, Cap 534, with the mandate to develop syllabuses, conduct professional and technician examinations; certify candidates in finance, accountancy, governance, management, information communication technology and related disciplines; promote its qualifications nationally and globally and accredit relevant training institutions.
The vision of KASNEB is to be a world-class professional examinations body.
In keeping with current strategic needs, KASNEB wishes to fill the following vacancies:
Manager, Quality Assurance and Accreditation – 1 Position
Job Level 4
Ref: HRA/ED/MQAA/I/07-2013

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Quality Assurance and Accreditation, the Manager, Quality Assurance and Accreditation shall be responsible for:
Organising and conducting assessment and monitoring visits to training institutions for purposes of accreditation.
Preparing reports and recommendations on accreditation.
Planning and organising seminars for trainers and other stakeholders on quality assurance matters.
Undertaking regular quality assurance inspections of examination centres.
Organising regular reviews of the examination processes and procedures and undertaking benchmarking studies of the processes/procedures with those of similar international organisations.
Monitoring fulfillment of commitments in the service charter.
Undertaking regular reviews of the processes and procedures involved in the setting, moderation, administration and marking of KASNEB examinations for efficiency and effectiveness and making appropriate recommendations.
Monitoring implementation of the Quality Management System within the Section.
Maintaining and enhancing liaison relationships between KASNEB and other stakeholders on matters of quality assurance and accreditation.
Qualifications and experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:
Bachelors degree in education, commerce or related discipline from a university accredited by the Commission for University Education.
A masters degree in a relevant area from a university accredited by the Commission for University Education.
Professional qualifications in quality management from a recognised institution.
A KASNEB professional qualification will be an added advantage.
A minimum of five (5) years experience at a senior level in education/examinations management or quality assurance and accreditation of training institutions.
Advanced computer skills.
Key personal attributes
The ideal candidate should:
Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity, initiative and professionalism.
Be a team player with a pleasant outgoing personality and ability to lead and motivate staff.
Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.
Be proactive, confident, self-driven and able to meet deadlines.

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should send their hand-written applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials, current and expected salary and names and addresses of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 18 September 2013.
The envelope should be marked “CONFIDENTIAL” and indicate the “REFERENCE NUMBER” of the position applied for and be addressed to:
The Secretary and Chief Executive,
KASNEBKASNEB Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 41362-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
KASNEB is an equal opportunity employer.
“Minorities, persons living with disabilities and those from marginalised areas are encouraged to apply”.

Quality Assurance Career Opportunities (25k)

Quality Assurance Vacancies
Quality Assurance Manager- Dispatch (Prefer a lady)
Our client needs to recruit the above position:-
Position Objective:
Ensure adherence of specifications, parameters and quality procedures (including product handling) are followed throughout the Dispatch process.
 
General Responsibilities/ Duties
Ensure that goods dispatched for sale are of good quality, meet our packaging integrity & our quality standards and documents generated and maintained.
Ensure the cleanliness of trucks before goods are loaded and relevant documents are generated and maintained.
Responsible for identification of accepted and rejected products during inspection, maintain data on daily loose bags isolated at Dispatch.
Prepare an analysis report regarding the not acceptable products during inspection.
Conduct internal training, sensitization and evaluation on effectiveness of training on all Dispatch staff on quality and safety related issues.
Responsible for the preparation of sample for customers on enquiry
Responsible for record keeping of all quality related documents pertaining goods dispatched.
Control all food safety hazards in their work areas as per our Food Safety Systems.
Participate actively in any technical committees & meetings.
Assist in other duty assigned.
Skills & Competencies
1. Should posses a degree in Bsc Analytical Chemistry/Bio Chemistry/ Industrial Chemistry.
2. Should have 1-2 years work experience in the food safety and/or quality in the food/manufacturing industry.
3. She should be aged between 26 years and above.
4. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
5. Ability to multi-task with multiple priorities and time frames.
6. Capacity to give a fast determination with any decision making situation.
7. Analytic problem solving and effective decision-making.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Strong verbal and written skills.
Salary is Kshs. 25,000/-
If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly send your cv , indicating your current and expected salary to;
Frank Management Consult Limited,
Nyaku House,1st Floor,
Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham
Email:  wbeth@frank-mgt.com / cc to  frankmconsult@yahoo.com
 

Plant Mechanic - Kwale International Sugar Company

Qualifications and Experience
    Diploma in Agricultural Mechanization with 2 years experience
Duties and Responsibilities    Maintains and repairs Graders, Excavators, dozers, Front loaders and heavy machineries.
    Overhauls the engine of machineries
    Maintains hydraulic systems, power train, final drives, and tandem and drive pumps of machineries.
    Submit report of maintenance to his immediate supervisor.
Based at Ramisi, Msambweni
Qualified individuals are invited to send their application along with detailed CV to careers@kwale-group.com so as to be received on or before 20th  Sep 2013

Finance Manager - Nairobi

The job holder will report directly to the Managing Director.

The Main purpose of this job is to provide strategic support to the Managing Director and Board of Directors by leading the financial planning and management processes so as to maximize profitable growth and shareholder value of the Company.
The Finance Manager’s duties and responsibilities will be;-
Formulate, execute and review corporate strategies, policies, plans and budgets in line with functional responsibilities of the Finance Department.
Provide leadership in the formulation, implementation, analysis and review of effective financial management policies and strategies.
Provide leadership in the preparation, monitoring and control of the budget in line with the Company’s strategic plan so as to enhance effective utilization of financial resources.
Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards.
Ensure efficient and effective management, utilization and control of Company’s assets and financial resources so as to maximize shareholder returns.
Manage the department’s staff, including responsibility for scheduling work, performance management, setting up of Key Performance indicators,(KPIs),mentoring, coaching and discipline.
Develop and maintain efficient system of monitoring working capital requirements so as to ensure that operating activities of the Company are optimally funded at reasonable cost.
Ensure proper internal control mechanisms are put in place.
Liaise with external auditors and ensure that the annual audit is conducted on time and timely implementation of audit recommendations.
Tax planning and management.
Qualification and Competencies;
Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting from a recognized University.
CPA(K)  holder or ACCA
A relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
A high degree of strategic and commercial aptitude as well as excellent communication skills.
At least six years relevant experience in a reputable organization, three (3) of which must be at a senior management level, preferably as head of the finance function.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure.
Strong leadership skills and computer literate.
Honest and trustworthy with sound work ethics.
Our client depends heavily on the passion, innovation and integrity of its people.
They focus on attracting, developing & retaining the best talent.
Their work environment nurtures these three values (passion, innovation & integrity).
In addition to a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits commensurate with the requisite, the company can offer a challenging and rewarding career.

If you are innovative, self-starter and results oriented individual, looking for a challenging career and you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter, detailed C.V to jobs@jantakenya.com by 20th September, 2013 clearly indicating on the subject line ‘Finance Manager ‘
DO NOT attach any certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Financial Profiling Tool Consultant - Fairtrade Africa - Nairobi

Fairtrade Africa Purpose: To improve the socio-economic conditions of African producers through increased access to better trading conditions.

Reporting Lines
Post holder reports to: Executive Director of Fairtrade Africa (for African context) and to FTA M&E manager
Staff reporting to this post: None
Consultancy fee: USD 400 per day
Time Period: 4 weeks- starting September 9th and concluding October 4th 2013
The FTA financial profiling tool will provide producer organizations with a financial rating score and a sub set of scores on a range of organizational capacity areas.
These variables will facilitate financial institutions in identification of viable producer organizations and also enable capacity building service providers deliver specific technical assistance support.
The tool will also act as a valuable monitoring tool in assessing the progress of producer organizations in developing various different areas of their organizational capacity over time.
Purpose, Scope and Objectives of the Project
In 2012 FTA collaborated with KPMG London to develop a financial profiling and rating system for Fairtrade Africa (FTA) that could be used by FTA small producer organizations to rate their organisational capabilities and financing viability.
With this rating FTA can determine the current financials of member organizations and provide technical assistance to improve their financial maturity and access to finance.
Externally the rating and various reports can be made available to potential financial lenders and investors to allow them to make preliminary assessment of which FTA producer organizations meet their lending or investment criteria.
Initial testing of the tool was done across East, West and Southern Africa.
The tool has been further tested on a sample of 100 producer organizations of different sizes and product categories across Africa as part of a joint project alongside Shared Interest to improve financial capacity and financial access for selected producer organizations in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire.
The financial profiling tool formed part of the baseline assessment.

The purpose of this consultancy would be to take the results of assessment to:
Review the quality of the data accumulated from the tool and make recommendations on how the tool structure, reporting, and assessment criteria can be improved
To make adjustments or recommendations on how to improve the financial profiling tool assessment criteria, data collection process and database where required
Working with FTA organise the sharing of these results to the producer organisations, financial institutions and social lenders:
To attract financial support to producer organizations from potential financial lenders
To get feedback on the value of the tool for social lenders and financial institutions, particularly in East and West Africa
To get feedback on how the tool could be made more relevant for financial institutions and social lenders
Identify potential partnerships for increasing the outreach, functionality and utilisation of the tool within Africa
Research on similar tools or approaches to identify best practice that will be recommended to ensure that the tool has sustainable business model allowing it to be competitive, cost effective and scalable in the market.
Key Outputs of the Consultancy
The Consultant will prepare a detailed work plan for approval indicating delivery of the following key outputs including:
1. Recommendations and prototype of improved financial profiling tool and
2. Recommendations and prototype of improved storage system
3. Partnerships secured between FTA and financial institutions and social lenders
4. A final report containing feedback from financial institutions and social lenders and recommendations for improving the tool
5. A report and final presentation showing how the tool can be implemented using viable business models, a set of recommended next steps for Fairtrade Africa in implementing the business model.

To do this the consultant will work closely with Fairtrade Africa’s monitoring and evaluation manager and Executive Director.

Knowledge and Experience
This assignment is best suited for a team with complementing and diverse skills.
The Team Leader and other team members will be required to provide a competency matrix that illustrate their individual roles and how they fulfill the requirements below
Required
Graduate Degree in finance, accounting, business administration or relevant subject
At least 3-5 years of working in the financial sector within Africa or similar experience with a social lender with a good understanding of the current lending environment across Africa
Excellent knowledge of the lending requirement of financial institutions and social lenders across Africa
Excellent knowledge of the assessment process required by financial institutions and social lenders across Africa
Proven experience of building and maintaining relationships with external partners, particularly financial institutions and social lenders
Experience working with cooperatives or producer associations in Africa
Proven experience of developing strategies for capacity improvement programmes
Competence in relevant IT packages including database development and information storage solutions egg. MS Office
Experience in research methodologies including using web based tools for data gathering and analysis
Excellent verbal and written communication in English. French will be an added advantage
Commitment to Fairtrade and ethical standards
Skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Able to take the initiative to drive work forward and to lead
Ability to motivate others and to recruit their support
Excellent conceptual and analytical skills and effective negotiator with the ability to positively influence project partners.
Ability to negotiate with, and influence senior level counterparts in financial institutions
Strong attention to detail and deadlines, the ability to balance multiple, complex, competing and Demanding responsibilities while under pressure.
Strong negotiation, advocacy and communication including excellent presentation skills;
Application
Please provide consultants’ competencies and proof thereof (including company profile, consultants’ CVs, copies of previous work earlier designed for similar projects) and a covering letter including your availability for the consultancy by 30th Sep 2013 at 17.00pm CET to recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net
If you have any queries, please e-mail or call +254202721930 and ask to speak to a member of the HR team.

Business Development Officers - K-Rep Bank

Key Responsibilities
Market the Bank’s Microfinance Products to potential customers.
Carry out group formation, client training and Loan Portfolio Management.
Conduct market research and customer needs analysis and identify opportunities for product development and modification.
Develop, implement and maintain good understanding of the Bank’s Microfinance customers’ business plans, financial projections, and support  requirements.
Maintain high quality Microfinance Client Portfolio through effective monitoring,  evaluation and follow up.
Provide technical assistance and advice as well as effective and efficient service delivery to customers.
Develop and maintain good relationships with Microfinance Customers.
Qualifications and Experience
University degree or diploma in a business related field from a recognized  institution.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a Microfinance Institution or bank.
If you possess the above qualifications and have the drive to rise up to the expectations placed on this position, submit your application with a detailed CV indicating your current and expected remuneration to HR@k-repbank.com to  reach us by 16th September 2013.
Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted
K-Rep Bank is an equal opportunity employer.

Grant Accountant - SomRep - World Vision International

World Vision International – Somalia Program wishes to invite applications from highly competent dynamic, self-driven and result oriented individual to fill the above mentioned position.
The Grant Accountant will be actively involved in making departmental payments to our service providers, suppliers and Sub-Recipients (SR) and also report on grant spending for World Vision Somalia SR
Major responsibilities
Payments to Service Providers; housing expenses for SomRep International Staff, school fees for International Staff Children and Travel agent who facilitate SomRep travel needs both locally and Internationally-pay Tickets and Travel transfers, legal fees, per diems for National SomRep partners after their field visits and attending Quarterly Review meetings.
Data entry of SomRep payments to Interface to be incorporated in the ledger after being reviewed by Grant Analyst.
Confirmation from Administration and P&C department on expenses to be incurred by the office and those to be charged to individual accounts –policies issues on expenditure limits, for example school fees for the dependents.
Ensure lack of back log on payments and maintain good relationship between SomRep program and creditors.
Present the SR funding request for approval.
Prepare payments online on Citi-direct system of payments.
Timely disbursement of funds to SR.
Consolidate SR quarterly report and send to SomRep Grant Analyst for review and subsequent submission to WVUS.
Review and where necessary provide appropriate expense codes for items requested by partners to ensure accurate posting of expenses.
Prepare analysis of grant expenditure for management action to help in monitoring the burn rate for FFP project.
Preparation of timely FFP grant reports whenever required.
Assists auditors to receive required information for SomRep program from other departments, for example Supply Chain department, P&C and World Vision Somalia Finance Office on issues of implementation of SomRep activities on the ground.
Inform Grant Analyst on bank balances to ensure the Accounts are not overdrawn and money is available to make required payments.
Ensure all copies of final signed Grant agreements documents with USAID and WVUS and with sub- recipients are available on file.
Ensure good storage of financial reports and records pertaining to the FFP program in line with SomRep program and donor requirements.
Attend program technical meetings and give feedback and updates on financial aspect of FFP grant.
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
B.A Degree Accounting/ Commerce/Finance Option and CPA or ACCA qualifications
At least 3 years of experience in Finance and Grants management.
Excellent computer skills in Excel & Word.
Ability to work with different partners and INGOs, to develop and maintain positive relationships.
Experience in managing donor funds.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and public.
Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Working knowledge of grants operations, finance services and practices is an added advantage.
Must be a professional able to stand above denominational diversities.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed CV’s together with names and addresses of three referees to the address below clearly marking on the application ‘Grant Accountant’.
Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
All applications should be received by September 14, 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
People and Culture Manager
World Vision International – Somalia Program
Email: recruitsomo@wvi.org

IFDC - ESAFD Project Accountant - Nairobi

The International Fertilizer Development Centre (IFDC) is a public international organization addressing critical issues such as international food security, the alleviation of global hunger and poverty, environmental protection and the promotion of economic development and self-sufficiency.

IFDC focuses on increasing productivity across the agricultural value chain in developing countries. This is achieved by the creation and transfer of effective and environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise.

In January 2009, IFDC created the East and Southern Africa Division (ESAFD) with the Regional Coordination office being established at the ICIPE Duduville Campus in Kasarani, off Thika Road, Nairobi, Kenya.

The Dutch-funded project entitled “Toward Sustainable Clusters in Agribusiness through Learning in Entrepreneurship” (2SCALE) aims at improving rural livelihoods and food security in Africa, in support to the six percent agricultural growth target set under the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP) of the African Union’s New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AU-NEPAD).
The Project Accountant is in charge of managing administrative operations, human resources and finances of the project in East Africa.
Tasks
Finance
Prepare annual budgets and monthly and/or quarterly forecasts.
Review monthly fund requests received from the different offices and finalize them before submission for approval in a timely manner.
Review financial statements received from the headquarters, ensuring that expenditures are according to approved budgets, including country monthly fund requests.
Identify and communicate variances and funding gaps, and recommends best working solutions to respective managers.
Ensure consistent application of donor and IFDC financial policies and procedures.
Constantly review work practices and financial procedures for better operational efficiency and proactively raise management attention potential issues in accounts, financial processes and controls. This includes doing audits at country level on a regular basis.
Whenever requested, liaise with auditors to ensure compliance with relevant requirements and standards.
In close collaboration with the IFDC Kenya Finance & Administration team, manages day-to-day accounting, invoicing, payroll, cash management and internal financial reporting.
Human Resources
Support the IFDC Finance & Administration teams in the target countries on hiring and orientation of new project hires.
Assist the Regional Agribusiness Coordinator in the personnel performance evaluation process.
Help prepare consultancy requests, review and monitor consultancy contracts prepared by Human Resources.
Administration
Support 2SCALE staff posted in ESAFD in approval processes, sharing and filing of documents, including contracts.
In collaboration with the Grants Manager and other relevant project staff, monitor contractual obligations.
Assist the Project Leader and the Regional Agribusiness Coordinator in preparing and submitting reports to the donor and to IFDC in a timely manner.
Monitor leave requests from project staff and inform all team members about absences.
In close collaboration with the IFDC Kenya Finance & Administration team, ensure general day-to-day project administration, including but not limited to purchase of equipments and services, organization of travels, logistics for project activities in Kenya.
In collaboration with IFDC field staff, coordinate the logistical organization of regional project activities.
Contribute to the development, improvement and monitoring of project procedures.
Others
Whenever relevant, collaborate with Finance & Administration staff in the East and Southern Africa Division.
Perform any other duties as deemed necessary for the success of the project.
Qualifications
The Person
The ideal candidate should be a holder of a B.Com (Accounting Option) and CPA/CPS/ACCA finalist and or with flair for detail and with over 5 year practical experience in the management of donor funded projects in the NGO sector.
Ability to interact well in a diversely multi-cultural environment is indispensable as is proficiency in English, both in verbal and written communication.
Ability to communicate in French, as a second language, would be a definite advantage.
Applications, via e-mail only, with subject heading “Project Administrator/Accountant”, should be addressed to: hakinyi@ifdc.org so as to reach us by Friday, 6th September.
If you don’t hear from us by Friday, 13th October, 2013, please consider your application unsuccessful and register our appreciation.

Accounts Manager - World Vision International - Nairobi

Purpose of Position
The Accounts Manager will provide technical support to the Finance & Support Services Director in the financial management and control of the Head Office Accounting function and ensure compliance to the internal controls and policies established.
Communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.
Major responsibilities
Produce reliable, accurate and timely financial reports, management reports and supporting documents on periodic basis.
Ensure periodic strategic reviews are initiated through Sunsystems desk reviews as part of the strategic analysis and capacity assessment of the financial systems.
Review bank reconciliations and ensure that they are prepared each month per Finance Manual.
Ensure cash balances are kept within the required target low.
Regularly reviewing the balance sheet accounts and income statements to ensure there are no outstanding accounting entries.
Ensure staff advance systems are operational and regularly used for tracking all outstanding balances and staff are notified to control the risk of bad debts.
Develop or introduce already developed procedures and systems which enhance accountability of all Divisions in resource utilization.
Ensure that adequate systems are in place for facilitating and tracking funding process between national office, Global Centre and field offices.
Provide technical support in the budget process of the organization.
Prepare consolidated funding requests for the organization.
Provide monthly feedback on budget position updates.
Review the National Office Ministry support cost expenditure levels to ensure they are within the approved scope of the cost center activities and budget.
Design systems that ensure effective cash management and risk reduction. This includes regularly reviewing the petty cash transactions and systems.
Monitor bank accounts and ensuring adequate liquidity is maintained each month and avoiding risks of negative cash balance.
Provide an environment where financial transactions are processed adequately, timely and within the laid down internal control framework to all external stakeholders like Supplier/Vendors as part of building confidence and foster good  working relationship.
Review control areas on a monthly basis and document lessons learnt during financial document reviews.
Lead, design strategies, plan activities, organize implementations, monitor progresses, review and evaluate the whole function of the department based on the division/national level strategies and policies.
Ensure policies and procedures are adhered to in the financial management processes of the head office transactions and feedback given to staff on policy violation.
Review the internal controls in the National office financial systems and advise the Finance Director on relevant action steps.
Carry out risk periodic assessment in the activities of the department for management decision making.
Ensure existence of original accounting records and their completeness.
Ensure the Accounts department audit ratings are within acceptable range and minimized losses.
Design programs that provide and build Capacity of Staff within the department in the way they handle financial processes.
Undertake job performance assessment and feedback mechanism.
Qualifications: 
Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
Educational level required: Equivalent to minimum a Bachelor of Commerce / Accounting / Finance, or CPA.
Technical Training qualifications required:  Practical knowledge of accounting Systems preferably Sunsystem Vision Applications. Familiar with major donor grants requirements  such as USAID, CIDA.
Proficient in Microsoft office applications.
Knowledgeable on General Accepted Accounting Principles.
Skills: Pro-activeness, creativity, assertiveness and analytical skills.
Experience:  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the financial management of an International NGO.
Other: Ability to work under pressure and on strict deadlines.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed CV’s together with names and addresses of three referees to the address below clearly marking on the application ‘Accounts Manager’.
Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
All applications should be received by September 23, 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
People and Culture Manager
World Vision International – Somalia Program
P.O.Box 56527 – 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruitsomo@wvi.org

Store Supervisor - Steers And Debonairs Pizza - Nairobi

Reporting to the Production Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing of all stores and accountancy activities while ensuring efficiency, accuracy, timeliness and security of all available resources.

Principal Accountabilities:  
Accounts Work
Processing of all supplier invoices, dispatch notes and delivery notes for onward transmission to accounts office
Generating cost of CPU produced products  
Generation and verification of stock reports as assigned. 
Stores
Enforcing security measures to all stores to prevent any potential theft. 
Checking, controlling and verifying stock movement in and out of CPU to ensure that it is all well documented.
Keeping track of all stock records by monitoring both physical and system Bin Cards usage.
Implementing FIFO procedure as well as monitoring shelf life of stock products.
Qualifications, Experience & Knowledge:
Degree in Business related studies from a recognized institution.
CPK will be an added advantage.
At least 3 years work experience in a similar position.
Computer literate with strong Microsoft excel experience.
Knowledge about stores controls as well as stock tracking.
Able to work well even under pressure when occasional situations demand, ensuring that a given assignment is accomplished
Basic accounting knowledge
Interested candidates should forward their CVs to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 19th September 2013, stating their current and expected gross remuneration, day-time telephone contact and addresses of 3 referees.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Accountant - Copia Global - Nairobi

Copia Global (“the Company”) is a for-profit, consumer goods catalog order and delivery service for the peri-urban and rural populations of the developing world.
Just as the Sears catalog revolutionized life in the pioneer days of the United States and Amazon revolutionized life in the internet age, the Company is applying many of the same marketing and distribution concepts to increase access for rural and peri-urban populations. 
With $5T of annual income, the peri-urban and rural populations of the developing world represent a huge untapped market opportunity. These populations remain underserved with no affordable access to basic necessities.
Copia Global, using mobile communication technology and the internet, will open up distribution to these hundreds of millions of the world’s population, enhancing their lives while creating a world class operation.
Application Process
Please submit a cover letter (in the form of a detailed email) explaining your interest in the position along with your resume to Crispin Murira at crispin@copiaglobal.com

Deputy Vice Chancellor - Finance And Administration - Great Lakes University - Kisumu

Should be a scholar with high credentials in Academic, Research and Administration.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor is expected to be innovative and visionary with the ability to coordinate various administrative issues in the University and possess the following qualifications:
Have a minimum of a PhD degree or its equivalent from a recognized University with a strong emphasis and experience in Management of Academic Institutions, Financial Management or General Administration.
Have served in senior academic and management positions for at least 5 years
Demonstrate Evangelical Christian Commitment.
Familiarity with the development of GLUK or a similar institution is an added advantage
The work of “Finance and Administration” shall be concerned with the routine development of the University and shall require extensive and continual liaison with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) and other Heads of Departments.
The functions shall include the following:
Administration of University;
Preparation and implementation of plans;
Physical development, expansion and maintenance of facilities;
Financial matters and budgetary control.
Academic and administrative staff projections; and
Administering the Monitoring and Evaluation of Faculty performance
Human Resource Management.
The position is answerable to the Vice Chancellor of the University and entails a competitive remuneration package which includes basic salary, generous housing allowance, and medical allowance.

The position is on Performance contract based on 5 years renewable once.

Deadline for submissions: 30th September 2013.

Applications and CVs to be sent to:
The Vice Chancellor
Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK)
P.O. Box 2224-40100,
Kisumu

The Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK) would like to inform new applicants that admissions into the September Semester have been extended until 20th of September 2013.
This applies to all academic programs offered at all the campuses of GLUK.

Applications can be addressed to:
Academic Registrar, Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK)
P.O. Box 2224 – 40100 Kisumu, Kenya.
Tel: +254 770 410 698
Mobile: 0736 550 505
E- mail: academics@gluk.ac.ke

Deputy Vice Chancellor - Finance And Administration - Great Lakes University - Kisumu

• Written By: Kenya Job Bank
• 9-7-2013
• Categorized in: Accounts And Finance, Kisumu, School College University

Should be a scholar with high credentials in Academic, Research and Administration.
The Deputy Vice Chancellor is expected to be innovative and visionary with the ability to coordinate various administrative issues in the University and possess the following qualifications:
Have a minimum of a PhD degree or its equivalent from a recognized University with a strong emphasis and experience in Management of Academic Institutions, Financial Management or General Administration.
Have served in senior academic and management positions for at least 5 years
Demonstrate Evangelical Christian Commitment.
Familiarity with the development of GLUK or a similar institution is an added advantage
The work of “Finance and Administration” shall be concerned with the routine development of the University and shall require extensive and continual liaison with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) and other Heads of Departments.
The functions shall include the following:
Administration of University;
Preparation and implementation of plans;
Physical development, expansion and maintenance of facilities;
Financial matters and budgetary control.
Academic and administrative staff projections; and
Administering the Monitoring and Evaluation of Faculty performance
Human Resource Management.
The position is answerable to the Vice Chancellor of the University and entails a competitive remuneration package which includes basic salary, generous housing allowance, and medical allowance.

The position is on Performance contract based on 5 years renewable once.

Deadline for submissions: 30th September 2013.

Applications and CVs to be sent to:
The Vice Chancellor
Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK)
P.O. Box 2224-40100,
Kisumu

The Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK) would like to inform new applicants that admissions into the September Semester have been extended until 20th of September 2013.
This applies to all academic programs offered at all the campuses of GLUK.

Applications can be addressed to:
Academic Registrar, Great Lakes University of Kisumu (GLUK)
P.O. Box 2224 – 40100 Kisumu, Kenya.
Tel: +254 770 410 698
Mobile: 0736 550 505
E- mail: academics@gluk.ac.ke

Senior Accountant - KEMRI - CDC - Kisumu

Essential Qualifications
In possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field
In possession of CPA (K) final certification and be computer literate
A member of a professional body/institute.

Experience: At least 3 years relevant experience in a senior professional accounting service, two of these years being at post qualification experience a Senior Supervisory level.
Apply To:
Human Resource Manager,
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578,
Kisumu.
Or e-mail to recruitment@kemricdc.org
not later than date 20th September 2013.

Full details for the job are available at our web: www.jobs.cdckemri.org

Radio Assistant – The Organic Farmer Radio (TOF) at icipe

Vacancy Ref. No. NRS/32/092013

TOF Radio Assistant icipe – African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in the tropics. 

icipe has 400 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia.

icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of TOF RADIO ASSISTANT to support the radio producer in the production of The Organic Farmer Radio (TOF) programmes within the Biovision Farmer Communication Programme (FCP). 

The TOF Radio show is a weekly programme in Kiswahili that focuses on ecologically friendly agricultural practices for small-scale farmers in Kenya. 

The programme airs commentaries on critical issues that farmers face in their daily life and provides crucial information on important topics such as organic agriculture, ecological pest control, soil improvement and marketing. Through the programme, farmers share their experiences for other farmers to learn from. Research findings on new, sustainable agricultural technologies are also presented regularly in the show.

The Organic Farmer Radio is broadcast on the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation’s KBC Kiswahili Service every Thursday at 8.15 pm and on Milele FM every Tuesday from 8.30 pm. The position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya at the icipe Duduville campus. 

This is a two-year contract, with a possibility of extension after successfully completing a six-month probation period of the first contract. Overall purpose of the job
The radio assistant will support the radio manager in the production of TOF radio shows. 

The assistant will also handle some administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the radio programmes and provide technical support with research, planning and production of live and pre-recorded radio programmes. Specific Responsibilities and Duties
The successful candidate is expected to support:

• Researching of content, finding original stories and contributors;
• Conducting interviews with farmers and resource persons;
• Script writing, recording and editing of programmes;
• Archiving programme material;
• Offering creative input to TOF magazine and other FCP projects.

Knowledge required for performing the job The role of radio assistant has more emphasis on technical and production tasks:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills (both in English and Kiswahili);
• Excellent interviewing skills;
• Proficiency in sound editing software, e.g. Adobe® Audition®;
• Recording in both studio and on location.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree, preferably in media and communication or related fields.
• A Diploma in broadcast journalism and proven experience in script writing for radio, audio editing and community media production may be considered.
• Experience of working with small-scale farmers will be an added advantage.
• A good radio voice is required.

Reporting This position reports to the TOF Radio Programme Manager.
The selected candidate should be available to start work on 1 October 2013 or earlier.
Applications will be accepted up to 10th September 2013, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier. 

Please quote the job reference number NRS/32/092013 on the envelope and application cover letter reference line (if you are sending hardcopies through the post), or email subject line (if you are sending email attachments). 

Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged. 

Please send an application (including current salary details and anticipated remuneration package), with a detailed CV, names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses and fax numbers), and a one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the above job to: icipehr@icipe.org
Human Resources Department
icipe – African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya
icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Senior Interior Designer

Roles & Responsibilities
Conduct design analysis, research and preliminary design studies
Design, conceptualize and design development
Translate design concepts to reality
Prepare and undertake design presentations to project stakeholders
Manage the development of construction documentation and design drawings
Manage a combination of technicians, designers and FF&E assistants
Coordinate and manage the selection, detailing and implementation of FF&E items
Coordinate with external professional consultants to integrate requirements and meet overall project objectives
Manage project documentation delivery
Undertake quality assurance to ensure the design meets clients’ requirements and specifications
Assist with work programming and reporting on project progress
Undertake site inspections and surveys
Qualifications & Technical Experience
B.A. (Interior Architecture and Design), B.A. (Graphic Design), M.A.(Interior Design)
Professional interior design experience in high-end commercial hospitality design
Hospitality Project execution process experience from concept to delivery
Good hand sketching ability
Good CAD drawing and IT skills
Other Prerequisites
Highly developed sense of the design aesthetic and its place in modern Africa
Knowledge of current and future hospitality interior design trends
Awareness of technical building issues, and basic operational requirements for a hospitality business and how it affects interior design outputs
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
Knowledge of financial implications of projects an added advantage, not essential
Ability to successfully lead and motivate a team
Problem solving skills
Demonstrate positive attitude and exemplary work ethic
Offer
Must hold a valid passport allowing travel to Kenya (If applying from outside Kenya)
The role may occasionally require regional travel
An immediate start would be preferable
Salary dependent on experience
If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration before 26th Sep to resume@interviewupconsulting.com 
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.