Jobs in Kenya

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

UN Women Employment Jobs Kenya

UN Jobs Kenya 2013.
Executive Associate
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.
UN Women Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable team player for a position of an Executive Associate with the Regional Office in Nairobi.
Application procedures
Interested and qualified persons should visit the vacancies on the UNDP Kenya e Recruitment portal located at http://www.ke.undp.org/content/kenya/en/home/operations/jobs/ for detailed vacancy announcement and submission of applications before 24th Oct 2013.
Click on “UNDP Kenya e Recruitment Portal” and submit your application online. Applications received via other means will not be accepted.
Additional considerations
1. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post.
2. UN Women as a matter of practice does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment
“UN WOMEN is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

UNICEF Jobs Kenya. Information Management

UN Jobs in Kenya. Librarian Careers.
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)
Vacancy Announcement Case No: ESA14007
Duty Station: Nairobi
Post: Information Management Officer – NO-A
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the above Fixed Term position in the Regional Emergency Support Unit (RESU); UNICEF ESARO.
Purpose of the Post:
Under the overall supervision of the Regional Emergency Advisor, the Information Management (Reports and Administration) Officer will develop and manage key information and data related products, and ensure the effective presentation and dissemination of these products to support better regional analysis and support Country Office capacities for more predictable, timely and effective emergency response.
In addition, the IM Officer will support the day-to-day administrative requirements of the Regional Emergency Support Unit (RESU).
Major Duties and Responsibilities:Information Management for Humanitarian Action
Support information management through providing professional assistance in data collection and analysis, the presentation of patterns and trends, and timely, complete and accurate reporting on the humanitarian situation in Eastern and Southern Africa.
Participate in information exchange with ESARO humanitarian focal points and support (secretariat) functions for regular meetings, reviews and follow-up.
Programme Development and Management
Provide technical assistance in program planning and review by collecting and analyzing data and monitoring implementation progress.

Programme Monitoring and Evaluation
Participate in key programme evaluation/review exercises in consultation with the Regional Emergency Advisor to improve efficiency and quality of program delivery. Participate in annual planning and review meetings.
Collaborate and prepare annual and special status reports in a timely manner, as required.
Rights-Based and Results-Based Programme Management Approach
Through the development of effective information management tools and strategies, support the continuous focus on UNICEF’s Core Commitments to Children in the formulation of work planning objectives and the development of strategies and implementation frameworks.
Make recommendations on new initiatives and information management issues to ensure achievement of stated objectives.
Support to Capacity Building and Sustainability
Support Country Offices within the region with technical assistance and support in improving / developing emergency information management systems to support decision making, programme design and effective monitoring, and integration of information management good practice into national systems.
Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration
Contribute to the strengthening of partnerships and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of UNICEF ESARO and COs and other identified regional/country level partners, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate data and information, exchange information.
Optimum Use Of Section Funds and Administrative Support
Monitor the allocation and disbursement of section funds, making sure that funds are properly coordinated, monitored and liquidated.
Ensure timely, efficient and compliant processes and transactions including for travel, service contracts and asset management
Required Qualifications:
Education: University degree in Information Management (Geographic Sciences, Information Technology, Information Systems, Statistics) or Social Sciences, Humanitarian Studies, International Relations with specialized training in data/information management or/and graphics design and visualization.
Technical Skills:
Background/familiarity with information management in development and humanitarian contexts with specific focus on:
Strong knowledge of Excel and MS Access.
Ability to present information in understandable tables, charts and graphs
GIS and mapping using ESRI ArcGIS or open source software
Data management skills
Communications and writing skills, using both graphic and narrative presentations
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of experience – including field experiences in information management in an international development or humanitarian setting.
Willingness and ability to work in difficult environments, in often stressful, time-critical situations.
Developing country work experience or field work experience.
Competencies:
Core Competencies: Communication; Drive for Result; Working With People
Functional Competencies: Relating and Networking; Following Instructions and Procedures; Applying Technical Expertise; Planning and Organizing; and Learning and Researching.
Language: Fluency in English and another UN language of the duty station.
Interested and suitable candidates should ensure they forward their applications along with their curriculum vitae (internal candidates should attach copies of their last two Performance Evaluation Reports), to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF Kenya Country Office
Email address: kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org
Please indicate Reference No. “ESARO/RESU/2013-020.” in the email subject.
Interested candidates should also complete the Personal History (P11) form, which can be downloaded from the UNICEF Kenya website http://www.unicef.org/kenya
Closing Date: 19 Oct 2013
“Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply”
Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse
UNICEF is a smoke-free environment

UNICEF Jobs Kenya. Information Management

UN Admin & Finance Job Vacancies

UN Jobs in Kenya. Admin & Finance careers.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Position Title: Admin & Finance Assistant
Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/111/2013
Deadline for Application: 20th Sept 2013
Grade Level: SC-5Contract Type: National Personnel Project
Duty Station: Dollow and Garowe, SomaliaOrganizational Unit: FAO-SomaliaDuration: 3 Months, with possible extension
Eligible Candidates: Somali Nationals Only
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Head of Office and Head of Administration and Finance, the incumbent will provides administrative, financial and accounting support activities for the Dollow / Garowe Field Offices.
With leeway for independent action, the incumbent performs the following duties:
Maintain financial records and monitoring systems for the office; maintain imprest accounts; reconcile expenditures, balances, payments, statements and other data for day-to-day transactions and reports; keep record and control the Field Offices petty cash;
Retrieve, enter, select and analyse data from a wide variety of sources, including FAO’s corporate systems and data bases e.g. the GRMS, the local Budget Management System (BMS), the Country Office Information System (COIN), Data warehouse, etc.); verify accuracy of data documents; make necessary calculations.
Assist project/programme staff and immediate supervisor(s) in the verification and reconciliation of operational expenditures in accordance with approved budgets, as required;
Prepare correspondence of administrative and financial nature; draft correspondence to verify data, answer queries, and obtain additional information on transactions and financial matters, as required.
Ensure timely provision of financial data to programme/project staff and supervisor(s) for budget estimates and financial planning; Maintain detailed records of obligations and available balances;
Provide reports on budgetary performance of office accounts, and, if required, assist for the project accounts review and control, and report variations from budgets; Monitor the receipt of Government contributions;
Provide the financial information for the maintain of local inventory records, proper recording of assets, their maintenance and safeguard, and the transfer of ownership of the Organization’s equipment, as required;
Maintain a filing system of administrative, financial and HR documents including staff leave and movement records.
Maintain liaison with local financial institutions to keep up-to-date with financial and regulatory information (exchange and interest rates, procedures and rules, maintenance of bank accounts, etc.).
Support the streamlining of procedures and practices and the introduction of new information technologies to the office.
Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum requirements:
Education:
Diploma level education.
Specialized training in administration, finance, accounting and/or office management. Knowledge and skills:
Experience:
Five years of administrative, accounting and office management experience.
Languages: Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of local languages.
Somalia language is a strong asset.
Selection Criteria:
Meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above;
Knowledge and competence in the subject matter;
Good writing and speaking communication skills.
To Apply: Send your application to: Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/111/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available at http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/
E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org Applications must be received by the deadline.
Late applications will not be considered.Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

UN Driver Job Vacancies With FAO

UN careers in Kenya. Driver Job Opportunities
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/110/2013
Deadline for Application: 20th Sept 2013
Position Title: Driver
Grade Level: SC-3
Contract Type: National Personnel Project
Duty Station: Dollow and Garowe, SomaliaOrganizational Unit: FAO-SomaliaDuration: 3 Months, with possible extension
Eligible Candidates: Somali Nationals Only
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Head of Office, Garowe / Dollow:
The incumbent performs the following duties:
Drive the FAO Garowe/Dollow programme staff and staff on missions to Puntland/Gedo, and drive FAO Garowe/Dollow Head of Office and his/ her visitors as required.
Pick and drop off staff and official visitors at the airfield/airport; facilitate immigration and customs formalities and other local formalities.
Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, transportation / vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc.
Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); checks oil, water, battery, tires, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions.
Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local / country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly.
Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches, and other communications / items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc., to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required.
When needed, assist the Garowe/Dollow Programme staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making photocopies, keeping records, etc.
Perform other related duties as required.
Education and Experience:
Education:Primary / secondary education. Possession of valid driver’s license.

Work Experience:Two years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record.
Languages:Good knowledge (level B) of English and working knowledge of the local language(s) is required.
Knowledge and Skills:
Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair.
A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required.
Safe driving manner.
Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions.
Ability to cope with extended working hours.
Selection Criteria:
Meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above;
Knowledge and competence in the subject matter;
Good writing and speaking communication skills.
To Apply: Send your application to: Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/110/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available at http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/
E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

UNICEF Somalia Wash Officer Job Recruitment

NGO Kenyan Jobs
Title: WASH Officer
Category and Grade Level:     National Officer – NOA
Type of Contract:    Fixed Term
Length Of Contract:     One year
Organization Unit:     Programme
Duty Station:     Baidoa
If you are qualified Somali National looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the above post of WASH Officer with UNICEF Somalia.
If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.
The successful candidate will be offered a Fixed Term Appointment for one year. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
Purpose of the Post
Under the general supervision of the WASH Specialist, contribute to programme design and implementation, evaluation of programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting.
Major duties and responsibilities:
•    Collect and analyze data for the Situation Analysis, programme/project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation purposes. Analyzes programme implementation reports and evaluates in relation to established programme recommendations and plans of action. Reports the outcome of analyses and proposes corrective actions.
•    Undertake visits to UNICEF project sites, assesses local conditions and resources, and monitors UNICEF inputs. Carry out supervision and certification of WASH projects. Communicate with local counterpart authorities on project feasibility and effectiveness, including the flow of supply and non-supply assistance.
•    Undertake follow-up actions on programme implementation activities and prepare reports. Draft changes in the programme workplans, as required. Provide technical assistance in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH projects. Evaluate and analyse financial and supply reports to ensure appropriateness of documentation, expenditures are within allotments. Report to Supervisor outcome of review.
•    Attend technical cooperation meetings, prepare notes and undertake follow-up actions related to programme implementation.
•    Select and compile training and orientation materials for those involved in programme implementation.
•    Assist in the preparation of the country programme recommendations by drafting CPSS, PSS and other relevant documentation, ensuring adherence to established rules and regulations. Maintain a computerized programme system, and submits necessary reports
•    Evaluate and analyze financial and supply reports to ensure that expenditures are within allotments and data is consistent with PROMS/PIDB. Reports to the supervisor and/or head of the office, detailing the outcome of reviews
•    Draft relevant sections of reports (required for donors, management, annual reports, etc.)
•    Provide technical assistance in planning and implementation of the hygiene and sanitation and WASH in schools component of the WASH programme.
•    Assist in developing of appropriate messages and hygiene promotional materials to promote key aspects of hygiene behavior in consultation with implementing partners, relevant government ministries and local authority.
•    Assist in identification and selection of technical supplies and equipment.
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
•    University Degree in technical field / Water supply or related field.
•    Five (5) years progressively responsible experience one of which should be in WASH programme design, administration, monitoring and evaluation in related field.
•    Good knowledge of computer management and applications
•    Fluency in English and Somali language (written and oral) is required.
•    Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
Ability to communicate with tact.
Ability to formulate strategies and concepts.
Ability to work independently and accurately; and
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
i) Core Competencies (Required)
• Communication
• Working with People
• Drive for Results
ii)    Functional Competencies (Required)
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Analyzing
• Applying Technical Expertise
• Learning and Researching
• Planning and Organizing
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11), updated CV, copies of academic certificates to the email address below.
UN staff are requested to provide at least two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Please quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of your application.
Applications submitted without a duly completed and signed Personal History Form (P11) will not be considered. Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.
More vacancy announcements are posted on UNICEF Somalia website http://www.unicef.org/somalia/index.html

UNICEF Consultants Jobs Kenya. WASH

UN Consultant Jobs in Kenya 2013.
Terms of Reference – UNSOM/2013/045
Title: Comprehensive Assessment of Water Quality Monitoring Systems in Somalia
Organizational Unit: WASH
Type of Contract: Short Service Agreement (SSA)
Duration: 42 days
Duty Station: Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia
Level: P3/NOC Equivalent
Background
Poor access to safe drinking water and lack of adequate sanitation facilities coupled with poor hygienic practices are major threats for the survival and development of children in Somalia. Overall, 71% of the population of Somalia do not have access to safe water supply and 77% do not have access to safe means of excreta disposal system. The low coverage confirms the extent to which the water, sanitation and hygiene sub-sectors have been affected by the conflict.
Due to its arid environment, many parts of Somalia rely heavily on water extracted from deep borehole water supply systems, shallow wells (protected and unprotected), seasonal rivers, underground storage tanks referred to as berkards and depressions referred to as pans. Drinking water sources are under increasing threat from contamination, with far-reaching consequences for the health of children and for the economic and social development of communities and the nation.
Deteriorating water quality threatens the gains made in improving access to drinking water. From 1990 to 2012 more than 2 million people have gained access to improved water sources, but not all of these new sources are necessarily safe. Unsafe handling and storage of water compounds the problem. Water drawn from safe sources may be contaminated by the time it is ultimately consumed in households. The chemical contamination of water supplies – both naturally occurring and from pollution – is a very serious problem. But more serious still is the microbiological contamination of drinking water supplies, especially from human faeces. Faecal contamination of drinking water is a major contributor to diarrhoeal disease, which kills hundreds of Somali children every year. As populations, pollution and environmental degradation increase, so will the chemical and microbiological contamination of water supplies. Drinking water quality is therefore a growing concern throughout Somalia.
As water quality problems become more serious and widespread, water quality monitoring becomes a more important component of national efforts in water sector. These efforts can be complemented by community-level surveillance systems, where regional and district authorities with support from NGOs and other service providers are empowered with the knowledge and tools necessary to monitor the quality of their own water sources. The UN and its partners are playing an increasingly active role in supporting government and communities in this important area
Study Objectives
To develop a strategy framework for water quality monitoring and management system in the three Regions of Somalia (South Central, Puntland and Somaliland) in collaboration and consultation with the line ministries of Federal Government of Somalia, line ministries of Somaliland and Puntland and strategic WASH cluster/sector partners.
Specific Tasks
•   Conduct an assessment of the existing drinking water quality monitoring and management practices at national and zonal levels in Somalia through field visits to the selected regions and districts (Bossaso, Garowe, Hargeisa, and Mogadishu/Banadir) including other water and sanitation partners in the sector.
•   Evaluate the existing water testing equipment used by various stakeholders, NGOs and other water and sanitation development partners, in terms of their reliability, accuracy, portability, robustness, number of water quality parameters it can measure, easiness to learn and use, availability of the consumables and reagents in country and the East African region. Recommend and specify standard water quality testing kit, consumables and reagents to be used; elaborating the number of water quality parameters it can do and what should be monitored and tested at different stages.
•   Design and initiate the process of development of water quality standards for Somalia in collaboration with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), regional authorities, WHO and water and sanitation partners in Somalia.
•   Develop a strategy framework for water quality monitoring and management system, suggesting a definitive and hierarchical roles and responsibilities of key government institutions and stakeholders, existing capacities in country including academic institutions. This includes development of responsive water quality monitoring protocols for each level.
•   Prepare and facilitate two workshops (i) inception workshop to confirm the existing situation on the ground; discuss the purpose and methodology of the assignment and share the key informant questionnaire; (II) exit workshop to share the finding and initial draft options for strategy frameworks and Water Quality monitoring systems.
Expected Deliverables
•   Report of assessment of water quality monitoring situation (practices, assets and knowledge) in the following locations: Hargiesa, Bossaso, Garowe and Mogadishu including Universities in the respective locations.
•   Report on the strategic framework for drinking water quality monitoring and management system in Somalia.
•   Proceeding of meeting/workshops on the development of water quality guidelines for Somalia.
•   Compile an operations manual on drinking water quality monitoring and management;
•   Final Reports on the consultancy contract.
Scope of the Assessment
Water quality monitoring and surveillance had been implemented prior to the conflict in Somalia but fell in a state of disrepair soon after the conflict started. Some amount of monitoring and surveillance continued in the autonomous regions of Somaliland and the State of Puntland though. Given the current security context, the consultant may not be able to visit all project sites and all implementation zones due to issues of access.
In this regard, the consultant will be expected to provide an overview of the water quality monitoring and surveillance activities, based on a thorough in depth desk study, interviews/meeting with partners and stakeholders in Nairobi and accessible zones including Hargeisa, Bossaso, Mogadishu and support this with more in-depth insight into/assessment of sites to which field visits can be undertaken – South Central Somalia.
Work plan and tentative Time schedule
The consultant will be expected to sign a contract, by 15th October 2013, which will commit her/him to commission the actual study and providing the agreed upon services on agreed upon dates falling between 15th October and 13th December 2013.
The consultant shall be expected to confirm availability within this time frame and respond to the work plan and schedule provided below, indicating whether and how s/he can adhere to or improve on it. The consultant may propose alternative approaches to collecting information and to carrying out the study in consultation with a local Somali translator and or contextual expert. The proposed number of days for each task includes travel to the respective locations.
Qualification
The consultant should have the following qualifications:
•   Advanced university degree preferably in microbiology, chemistry and related fields; public health, research methodology and related fields, with extensive work experience (at least 5 years) in developing countries.
•   Proven knowledge of the water quality monitoring systems and strategies for strengthening of partnerships would be an added value.
•   Experience with participatory processes and methods – ability to organize and facilitate planning workshops is an added advantage.
•   Excellent analytical skills and proven ability to formulate and articulate ideas clearly in English (writing skills are critical);
•   Experience of the cultural setting of Somalia and similar working environment, preferably with previous working experience at other sector policy levels.
•   Ability to work with people from a broad range of cultures – willingness to work in difficult circumstances;
Conditions of work, Logistics Support and Security
The consultant will work in close collaboration with the WASH consortium. S/he will work under the direct guidance and overall supervision of the Water quality steering committee at Nairobi.
The consultant will be based in Nairobi, with extensive travel within Somalia. UNICEF shall provide office space in Nairobi and at the zonal offices. Accommodation and DSA will be covered while in Nairobi and in Somalia. DSA in Nairobi will not apply if the selected candidate is recruited from Nairobi. The consultant should preferably use his/her own laptop to carry out the required tasks.
No hazard/danger pay shall be paid to the consultant whilst in Somalia. The contract will provide the consultant with air ticket from and to the home country. The contract will also cover travel to/from and within Somalia. The contract will cover costs related to security matters.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV attaching copies of academic certificates to the email below. UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).
Applications submitted without a duly completed and signed Personal History Form (P11) will not be considered. Please indicate your expected fee for providing the services of the said assignment.
Applicants must quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of the application.
Application to be received by 9th October 2013.
Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Co-op Bank Jobs 2013. Relationship Manager

Co-operative Jobs 2013
Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team-driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment?
“The Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.We are looking for dynamic, creative and self-oriented professionals to fill the position of: Relationship Manager – Mortgage Branch Support
Job Summary:The purpose of the job is to source of mortgage business through support of Branches with a view of increasing the mortgage loan book.
The key responsibilities will among others include:
Undertaking and support pitching for new business from existing database of Branch customers
Research, propose and champion mortgage solutions for the Branch customers
Ensuring product and Income targets are met.
Actively advise Head Mortgage Finance ideas for alternative product strategies to manage Branch mortgage sales.
Monitor and provide feedback to Business line leadership on competitor product activity, including pricing
Provide and analyze product income data/information for Business line leadership
Contribute in setting of Bank targets on Branch mortgage sales
Co-ordinate production of a Standard Tariff, which is easily understood by customers and staff and easy to administer
Handling of inquiries on mortgage sales from Co-operatives customers & assigned branches
Review of new applications
Providing guidance for purposes of re-packaging applications to meet our requirements
Origination and follow-up of disbursements
ad hoc assignments passed on from time to time.
Monitor adherence to agreed product pricing strategy
Champion implementation of new products by: Engaging relevant stakeholders, Building a business case, Completing all product testing, Building a detailed implementation plan, Closely monitoring implementation
Liaise with mortgage Sales teams and Credit Operations, regularly reviewing all operational standards for product profitability, and identifying skills gaps.
Review and feedback into customer satisfaction surveys, responding to customer Product complaints raised by Branch division
Liaise with Sales teams to design and deliver appropriate training, and give input into sales strategies for Branch customers.
Provide clear direction of the Co op Bank’s objectives by translating business performance objectives and measures into clear, concise communication
Be a role model for your colleagues, doing things wholeheartedly, communicating with passion and enthusiasm, embracing change as a way of working.
Job Specification
The incumbent will be required to possess the following attributes/skills:
A Bachelor’s Degree in, commerce, Economics, Finance, Banking or Business Administration and any other relevant qualification.
A master’s degree in any of the above related disciplines is an added advantage
At least 5 years experience in mortgage sales in a commercial or development banking environment.
Good knowledge and experience in project appraisal preferably in a banking environment
Computer literacy is mandatory
Project management
Time management and personal organization
Campaign/advertising management
Able to work under pressure and adhere to strict and tight deadlines on a wide range of tasks
Able to keep abreast of developments in the business and financial services environment
An in-depth knowledge of the bank’s mortgage products
A good knowledge of the other bank’s products (e.g. retail accounts, overdrafts, guarantees, MCU, asset finance and insurance premium financing).
Selling Skills
Credit appraisal and analysis skills
Presentation skills & interpersonal skills
Communication & report writing skills
Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown here below by 18th October, 2013.
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope:
RM–MORTGAGE BS/3/HRD/2013
The Director
Human Resources Division
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd.
P. O. Box 48231 – 00100

Sales Jobs. Account Manager Position

Sales Jobs in Kenya
Vacancy: Account Manager
2 Positions
Purpose of the Position:
We are seeking an Account Manager who is self-motivated, team oriented with strong leadership skills, and able to handle changing priorities with ease.
You must be comfortable interfacing with senior agency colleagues and senior client management. This position requires a candidate who can perform multiple tasks at one time with a keen eye to detail.
You must be proactive and have the ability to both take direction from supervisors as well as give direction to others internally and at the client’s site.
This opportunity could turn into a Team Leader role for the right Individual.
Dotsavvy is an exciting and growing company looking for individuals who have that go getter attitude. We are looking for the following qualities in a candidate:
Manage, coordinate, and lead Dotsavvy’s resources and team in order to meet clients’ needs
Supervise and lead the interactive production and design teams on client tasks that are typically communicated on a day to day basis
Serve as the liaison between Dotsavvy and client to ensure that client goals, budget, and target audiences are reached
Manage accounts including financial responsibilities (budget, expense reporting, and profits and losses)
Assist in the development of strategies and implement Dotsavvy’s digital marketing services
Attend and participate on all status meetings, client meetings and client calls
Participate in digital marketing planning and execution of tactical aspects of Dotsavvy services
Oversee numerous client projects and activities, ensuring deadlines and expectations are met
Execute billing practices, including detailed record keeping and follow-up
Requirements:
Digital/Ad Agency experience
Great presentation skills
Understanding of digital marketing platforms, and social media (including marketing opportunities available on Google, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube) as well as other digital and traditional marketing channels
Experience writing creative briefs, PowerPoint presentations, media plans, propsals. etc
Apply for this position:
If think that your that special talent we may be looking for, kindly send us your CV on jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com by the 15th October 2013
About Dotsavvy
Do you want to be a bigger fish in a smaller pond?
Dotsavvy is a 10+ years old full-service Digital Agency with strategy, content, advertising, social media, technology integration and mobile marketing capabilities. Our clients run the gamut from financial services, nonprofits, consumer, technology, healthcare, travel, and the public sector.
With fewer than 20 people on the team, you will have the unique opportunity to wear many hats. And if you want to join a Digital Agency that promotes from within, look no further. We have a track record of cultivating internal talent.
You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at www.dotsavvyafrica.com

Mobile Application Developer Kenyan Job

IT Kenyan Jobs

Vacancy: Mobile Application Developer
Purpose of the Position:
In this role, you will design, build, or maintain mobile apps using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media
Confer with management or development teams to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, develop content criteria, or choose solutions.
Identify and correct problems uncovered by testing or client feedback
Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.
Design and develop mobile applications in multiple authoring and scripting languages with an emphasis on the customer experience.
Iteratively improve mobile applications through various channels, including deployments and user-interface improvements.
Work side-by-side with Digital Designers, leveraging multimedia content creation applications and digital media to continuously strive for the best customer experience(s).
Provide expert-level knowledge to business partners in writing, designing and improving content of mobile applications.
Ability to develop quickly and with high quality via Sprints under the SCRUM methodology.
Collaborate with business leaders, stakeholders and development teams in prioritizing and building requirements for successful delivery.
Own your role and development, conducting deep dives into potential issues with an eye for identifying, solving and correcting problems to limit customer impact.
Insist on a high standard of software development in production releases.
Be prepared to review code and provide positive feedback with suggestions on how to improve performance, quality and delivery within the organizational standards and best practices, including innovation on new technology and industry standards as they pertain to multi-browser/device development.
Experience in Unit Testing
Requirements:(Mandatory)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3+ years of coding in for Android or iPhone
3+ years JavaScript experience (advanced/expert level)
3+ years HTML5/CSS3 or Experience in mobile web apps
(Preferred)
Java (intermediate level or above)
SQL (intermediate level or above)
Object Oriented PHP (intermediate level or above)
Working knowledge of Apache (Mod-Rewrite etc)
Knowledge of Regular Expressions
Adobe CS
Framework Knowledge (BluePrint, Bootstrap, CodeIgnitor, Zend, Ruby on Rails) *Not limited to these
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If think that your that special talent we may be looking for, kindly send us your CV on jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com by the 15th October 2013
About Dotsavvy
Do you want to be a bigger fish in a smaller pond?
Dotsavvy is a 10+ years old full-service Digital Agency with strategy, content, advertising, social media, technology integration and mobile marketing capabilities. Our clients run the gamut from financial services, nonprofits, consumer, technology, healthcare, travel, and the public sector.
With fewer than 20 people on the team, you will have the unique opportunity to wear many hats. And if you want to join a Digital Agency that promotes from within, look no further. We have a track record of cultivating internal talent.
You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at www.dotsavvyafrica.com

Social Media Manager Jobs Kenya

Social Media Jobs in Kenya
Vacancy: Social Media Manager
Purpose of the Position:
This position is responsible for developing and executing social media strategies and engagement tactics across multiple channels for our clients.
As a central part of our team, you will be responsible for helping grow our clients brands through social media, and establishing relationships and seeding content through social networks.
A strong understanding of social media and community trends/technology is a must, as is a keen understanding of the intersection of digital, social and traditional marketing.
This role is ideal for someone who can pair knowledge and passion for social media channel programs with creative marketing strategies.
We are looking for the following qualities in a candidate:
Your success will be measured by how creative and innovative your ideas are, and how well they deliver against client branding and business goals.
Assist in the development of metrics to evaluate effectiveness of client social media marketing programs
Educate internal teams on key findings and industry trends and apply them towards integrated digital marketing campaigns for our clients.
Work closely with other digital marketing managers to develop social media plans and creative social campaigns as part of overall brand campaigns for our clients.
Collaborate with client stakeholders (strategy, editorial, customer support, sales, training, public relations, etc) to ensure consistent brand messaging on social media
Create social media management standards, policies and rules of engagement for clients
Leverage consumer insights into acquisition and retention of customers for the brands we handle
Cultivate smart, strategic partnerships that support content and marketing objectives for our clients
Develop community programs and social media promotional calendars that build brand awareness and engagement – you’ll also help create assets and supporting materials to execute client marketing programs
Identify and secure social media influencer partnerships for our clients brands
Day-to-day client brand management on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Youtube, Tumblr, Google+ and other platforms where they have presence
Understand target audiences for each of our clients brands, know their behaviour and create interesting solutions that reach and convert behaviours
Implement and maintain comprehensive social media strategies that will increase client brand visibility and traffic across all social platforms, this includes content development, community engagement and management
Develop social media strategies and integrated marketing campaigns that align with and support the core business goals.
Requirements:
Experience working with digital, creative and media agencies.
Experience with media planning. Agency experience a plus.
A strong communicator, both written and verbal.
Strong project management, team leadership and decision-making skills.
Working knowledge of social media management and analytics tools (i.e. HootSuite, Google Analytics, etc)
Must be on top of new social media trends and experiences and can think and execute across digital, social and mobile platforms.
In-depth knowledge of social media platforms and an understanding of how to apply them in a manner that is fitting to customer brands and digital business goals.
Must be a creative thinker who continuously crafts innovative ideas to reach target audiences.
Educate internal teams on key findings and industry trends and apply them towards integrated marketing campaigns for our clients.
Work closely with other team members to develop social media plans and creative social campaigns for the clients brands we handle.
Apply for this position:
If think that your that special talent we may be looking for, kindly send us your CV on jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com by the 15th October 2013
About Dotsavvy
Do you want to be a bigger fish in a smaller pond?
Dotsavvy is a 10+ years old full-service Digital Agency with strategy, content, advertising, social media, technology integration and mobile marketing capabilities. Our clients run the gamut from financial services, nonprofits, consumer, technology, healthcare, travel, and the public sector.
With fewer than 20 people on the team, you will have the unique opportunity to wear many hats. And if you want to join a Digital Agency that promotes from within, look no further. We have a track record of cultivating internal talent.
You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at www.dotsavvyafrica.com

Top 10 Best Companies In Kenya To Work

Many people dream to work for brands with a reputable name out there such as Safaricom, EABL, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Delloite among others; earning big bucks and on the fast lane to middle management.
However, such blue chip companies only pick the best of the best, and getting a foot in as an intern is considered a privilege. The competition for top talent is top notch here, thus many graduates have found their dream not coming true.
A survey by Deloitte Kenya in 2012 revealed the best companies to work for ranking on standards like pay, workplace culture, organisational ethics, human resource processes and employees’ confidence in their companies.
Here is a list of the top companies to work for in Kenya.
1. East African Breweries Ltd.- Free alcohol and refund, free branded house hold items, free parking, ease in starting a bar, club membership e.tc
2. Kenya Women Finance Trust – Low interest loans at a longer period than normal bank customers.
3. Nation Media Group -
4. APA Insurance – Subsidized rates on insurance covers.
5. British America Tobacco
6. Old Mutual
7. Pan Africa Life – Subsidized rates on insurance covers.
8. Total Kenya
9. Safaricom Limited – Free gym, club membership, overtime, airtime among others
10. Kenya Airways- Free trip to any part of the world in a year. This includes spouse, children and parents only.

Job Interview Tips: Overcoming Anxiety & Emotions

By Dorcas Karuana,
I have found some very good candidates, who get nervous and cannot express themselves in interviews, thus end up losing the job. Remember, it is the most qualified candidate who gets the job but one who portrays himself/ herself as the ideal candidate.
A reader recently wrote this to me:
“Dear Dorcas,
I recently applied for a post as an underwriting officer and have been invited for an interview and this is where I need your help I get very nervous during interviews even after preparation and when cornered with question I get very emotional and I don’t want to repeat this in my interview.
How can you help me? Roselyne. ”
Reselyne doesn’t trust her abilities. She feels she is well prepared for the interview, but then gets nervous and emotional,, So what is her the problem? It’s her mind. She lacks confidence in herself. There’s something special about people who have confidence in themselves, their abilities, how they look and their whole being. They might not be the cleverest people, or the best looking to make your jaws drop to the ground but they believe in themselves.
Here are tips to avoid nervousness in job interviews.
1. Focus on the positive and encourage yourself - Roselyne’s problem is in her mind and the first thing is to replace the negative or inaccurate thoughts about her inabilities, with accurate and constructive thoughts. The mistakes she made in her first interview aren’t permanent reflections on her as a person. So
2. Remember to act the part - Even if you’re not feeling confident, make sure you act confident. Always try to use appropriate body language in your interview, such as making a positive (but not finger crushing) handshake, looking your interviewer in the eye, and sitting up straight in your chair.
3. Relax and pose for a breathe - Breathing techniques can help you relax before and during the interview. For instance, you can count to three slowly while breathing in, hold your breath while counting to three and then breathe out while counting to three.
You can also use breathing to help you answer the interview questions effectively. By taking a deep breath before you answer, you can give yourself a little time to think while calming yourself down.
Dorcas is a human Resource Consultant at Corporate Staffing Services. Email: dorcas@corporatestaffing.co.ke Website: www.corporatestaffing.co.ke.

Did You Know ICC Offers Internships? How To Get One

I often advice that one of the things every unemployed graduate need to be doing if looking for volunteer opportunities or internships at least to get some work experience.
Today morning I happened to type the word internship on Google search bar and I scrolled through I came across ICC- Internships.
Wow! I got thrilled that even when people fear the International Criminal Court (ICC) and see it as a place to victimize Africans, there is something good from it. The first thing was to tell a colleague, “Imagine ICC offers internships?” She was equally surprised.
And this became the origin of this article. ‘Internships at the ICC’.
So when looking for internships where do you search? Which companies do you target? Small, big, local, international, NGO, or parastatals?
Surprisingly not many people look for jobs or internships in some big organisations because of fear of the unknown. Many of us cannot believe how it is possible to get an internship in some organisations like ICC or the World Bank? You think you have to know somebody there and because the only person you have seen is Ocampo or Bensouda, then you fail to apply.
Here is all you need to know about International Criminal Court Internships & Visiting Professionals Programme:
The applications are candidates of all nationalities and cultures from any part of the world
I. Internships Placements - The Court offers internships to highly motivated young professionals with good academic qualifications who are in the early stages of their careers. It is an opportunity to put into practice and further develop interns theoretical knowledge.
II. Visiting Professionals Placements - Visiting Professional placements are offered to candidates who have extensive academic and/or professional expertise in an area of work relevant to or related to the Court. They are assigned to a range of tasks or specific projects in a capacity which will both draw upon and augment the specific knowledge or skills of the individual.
Placements Period
The internship placements for internship Applications and Visiting Professional internships are usually offered in two terms in a year:
Term 1: Starts from April to September 30th

Term 2: Starts for October to March 31st
One is required to fill application form for each of the programmes either in English or French languages only, and if not so, offer a translation for the same.
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