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• Kenyan Job: Cook For Managing Kitchen Operations

  Posted: July 30, 2009, 3:22 pm by Advertise jobs

  Responsible for managing kitchen operations to ensure production of quality meals for the family.
  
  * Diploma in Food Production or equivalent
  * Minimum of three (3) years experience.
  * Very hygienic
  * Vast knowledge in preparation of swahili dishes.
  
  If you meet the above criteria/ requirements, please forward your application letter, current salary and CV including 3 referees to the email address below.
  
  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
  
  catherine@spanimage-ke.com.
  
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• Looking For Mass Communication & Air Travel/Ticketing Qualified Kenyan

  Posted: July 30, 2009, 2:51 pm by Advertise jobs

  From Carol Wambua
  
  Hello members, am looking for a mass communication qualified person who is interested in working in that line.
  
  Added advantage if they have some experience.
  
  We also need somebody qualified in air travel/ticketing and has some experience.
  
  Please send CV's to info@outlooksolutionsltd.co.ke, mnmbuguah@outlooksolutionsltd.co.ke or cw.wambua@gmail.com.
  
  You can also reach me on 254 20 2023310 or 0722899475/0722788184
  
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• Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) Jobs

  Posted: July 30, 2009, 2:20 pm by Advertise jobs

  KEPHIS is a State Corporation in the Agricultural Sector and would like to invite applications from qualified Kenyans who are computer literate and under the age of 40 years for the following position:
  
  Inspector (Seed Analysis & Seed Health)
  Ref: VA/1
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Seed Science, Agricultural Sciences, Botany or any other relevant plant science from a recognized university
  
  Inspector (Plant Nutritionist) Ref: VA/2
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Seed Science, Agricultural Sciences, Botany or any other relevant plant science from a recognized university.
  Masters of Science Degree in Soil Science (Plant Nutrition/Soil Fertility) or any other relevant field from a recognized university will be an added advantage.
  
  Inspector ( Quality Inspections) Ref: VA/3
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Horticulture or any other relevant field from a recognized university
  Two (2) years experience in the field of produce quality inspection.
  Understanding of international agricultural produce standards.
  
  Inspector (Pest Risk Analysis & Surveillance) Ref: VA/4
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture or Biological Sciences and a Masters Degree in Plant Protection or any other relevant field such as entomology, phytopathology or plant virology from a recognized university.
  Understanding of phytosanitary issues in relation to crop production and export market access.
  
  Inspector ( Plant Examiner) Ref: VA/5
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture, Botany or any other relevant plant science from a recognized university
  Skills in data analysis and report writing
  
  Laboratory Technologist (Instrumentation Ref: VA/6
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Higher National Diploma/Ordinary Diploma in Instrumentation or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.
  Relevant experience in laboratory/precision equipment maintenance and installation.
  
  Analytical Chemist Ref: VA/7
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry or any other relevant field from a recognized university.
  Good data analysis and report writing skills.
  
  Accountant Ref: VA/ 8
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting), or be in possession of a degree from a recognized university majoring in fields relevant to the Accounting Function such as Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics etc
  CPA II or any other comparable equivalent.
  
  Human Resource Officer Ref: VA/9
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences/Humanities from a recognized university
  Diploma in Human Resource Management.
  
  Administrative Assistant (Quality Assurance) Ref: VA/10
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Diploma or Higher Diploma in Business Administration or any other relevant field from a recognized institution.
  
  Programmer (Software Developer) Ref: VA/11
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or relevant tertiary qualification
  Certificate in a programming language such as C++, MSCD or Java is an advantage
  
  ICT Support Technicial Ref: VA/12
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  DUnderstanding of computers, operating systems, networking, hardware operation, leading software, local and wide area networks and applications.
  
  Procurement Officer Ref: VA/ 13
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Economics/Business Administration (Supplies Management option) from a recognized institution
  Diploma in supplies management from a recognized institution.
  A member of the Institute of Supplies Management
  
  Supplies Assistant Ref: VA/14
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  Diploma in Supplies and Purchasing from a recognized Institution.
  A member of the Institute of Supplies Management
  
  Front Office Receptionist Ref: VA/15
  
  Key Qualifications:
  
  KCSE certificate C plain or its KNEC accepted equivalent.
  Certificate in secretarial studies or related field.
  Trained in telephone operations/reception or front office management in a recognized institution.
  
  Details of major duties and responsibilities of the above positions and other additional qualifications required may be viewed on our website www.kephis.org
  
  Applicants meeting the qualifications should send their applications giving full details of their age, qualifications, experience, present and expected remuneration, full contact address including daytime telephone number, detailed C.V., copies of certificates and testimonials and contact details of three referees.
  
  The applications should indicate the position applied for including the reference number and addressed to:
  
  Managing Director
  KEPHIS
  P.O. Box 49592-00100
  Nairobi
  
  So as to reach not later than 14th August 2009
  
  NB: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
  
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• Humanitarian Jobs: UNDP Kenya Country Office

  Posted: July 30, 2009, 2:15 pm by Advertise jobs

  UNDP Kenya Country Office invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following position:
  
  Vacancy No. 2009-07-007
  
  Post Title: National Project Officer, UN/GOK Joint Host Community Project.
  
  Type of Appointment: Service Contract Band 5
  
  Recruitment type: National Project Professional Officer
  
  Location/Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
  
  Duration of Assignment: 1 year with a possibility of extension
  
  Starting Date: September 2009
  
  Direct Supervisor: National Project Coordinator –Ministry of Arid Lands Resource Management Project II under the Office of the Prime Minister.
  
  Background
  
  The host communities in Turkana Central, Turkana North, Fafi and Lagdera districts are characterized by widespread poverty, with absolute poverty at 74%; high level of dependency on relief food; scarcity of water supply for both livestock and human
  consumption. Increased feeling of marginalization amongst the people of Turkana and Dadaab compounds the problem further.
  
  The community views the international agencies with wariness, and believes that the refugees are leading a better life than they are, characterized by their adequate access to
  social services. Hostilities, latent and violent conflicts often characterize the relationship between the two communities.
  
  Additionally, the Karamoja Cluster is characterized by fragile social, economic and cultural structures with highly manifested insecurity and uncontrolled arms proliferation. In Turkana for instance, the human security is compromised by violent cross border conflicts, resulting in the loss of life, damage to property and internal displacement.
  
  Some of the root causes of the cross-border conflict include:
  
  * few economic alternatives to livestock keeping;
  * inadequate infrastructure such as roads and markets to enable interaction with neighbouring communities;
  * the availability of weapons from Sudan and Somalia;
  * unpredictable weather conditions leading to food insecurity, necessitating migration for water and pasture;
  * weakened traditional community sanctions on theft of cattle; and finally high bride prices, amounting to up to 200 cattle in some communities, encouraging raiding among the youth.
  * The easy access to small arms, flowing across porous borders has also increased insecurity.
  
  A UN Joint Host Community Project was developed to ensure diffusion of tension between the refugees and host community project and prevent possible escalation of violent conflicts.
  
  The overall objective of the project is to reduce violent conflicts and improve the living conditions of the targeted affected communities, mitigate the severe effects of the cyclical drought common in the areas of where the Host Communities live through, provision of basic services and security, peace building and community skills in resource management, and support to income generating activities.
  
  It’s implemented by four UN agencies namely; UNICEF, UNHCR, WFP and UNDP as the Administrative Agency, in collaboration with the Government of Kenya represented by the Ministry of State for the Development of Northern Kenya and other Arid Lands, Arid Lands Resource Management Project II under the Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Water and Irrigation.
  
  Duties and Responsibilities:
  
  Under the supervision of the National Project Coordinator Ministry of State for the Development of Northern Kenya and other Arid Lands, Arid Lands Resource Management Project II, and working closely with the PEG, and the UNDP Country Office, the National Project Officer will particularly provide overall Project management and technical support to the programme.
  
  Specifically, the National Project Officer will perform the following duties:
  
  i) Project Management:
  
  * Responsible for the overall coordination of the UN Joint Host Community Project.
  * Ensure Project activities are implemented according to the annual work plan whilst maintaining the flexibility to shift priorities according to the changing context.
  * Develop effective and insightful monitoring and maintain a Joint Programme Monitoring Framework (JPMF) that outlines all deliverables for purposes of joint monitoring and end of period evaluations.
  * Ensure that the UN Joint Host Community Project is guided by the CPAP and UNDAF outcome 2.2.
  * Provide regular narrative and financial reports to UNDP and Ministry of State for the Development of Northern Kenya and other Arid Lands, Arid Lands Resource Management Project II with key recommendations.
  * In collaboration with the Project Executive Group (PEG) at national level and in close coordination with the district teams, organize periodic project assessments to ascertain adherence to the business case and timeliness in delivery of results.
  * Facilitate cross learning and experience sharing, in liaison with the UNDP Programme Specialist Crisis prevention and Recovery.
  * Ensure key lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key stakeholders.
  
  ii) Enhance coordination:
  
  * Coordinate implementation measures at national level and offer technical support to the district technical teams.
  * Develop and strengthen the technical capabilities of national and district officials on the various elements of the UN Joint host community project.
  * Work closely with all implementing partners at national level and the communications experts to ensure coherent and consistent marketing of programme products and initiatives including branding.
  * Update and maintain a communication network including an up to date mailing list with all relevant stakeholders on matters relating to the project at all levels.
  * Maintain a close liaison with all participating UN agencies and the line government ministries.
  
  Qualifications and Experience
  
  Education
  
  * A master’s degree in Development studies, Rural Development, Education, Agriculture, Economics, Conflict Management, Peace Building, Social Work, Sociology, Social Sciences or related fields.
  
  Experience
  
  * 5 years of professional experience in programme management and co-ordination in the government and / or UN Agencies and / or INGOs or NGOs; with emphasis on managing projects and programmes related to Human Security.
  * Substantative experience in policy development and the provision of policy advice to National Government in human security issues.
  * Broad understanding of peace building issues and substantative knowledge and/experience of ASAL districts and the regional context.
  
  Competencies
  
  * Demonstrated ability in policy development, coordination and the provision of policy advice to Government in the field of Human Security and peace building.
  * Ability to internalize, analyze and develop human security and peace building issues, and contingency plans;
  * Ability to communicate and work effectively in close coordination with many individuals, groups and divisions to complete tasks.
  * Knowledge of both UN Joint Project Management and financial procedures.
  * Sound leadership, management and mentoring skills and experience.
  * Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work with limited or no supervision.
  * Strong PC based computer skills, Microsoft applications (in particular, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  * Fluency in written and spoken English.
  
  Terms of Service
  
  The incumbent to the position shall be entitled to an attractive remuneration package commensurate with their qualifications and experience, which will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
  
  This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP.
  
  Individuals engaged under a SC serve in their individual capacity and not as representatives of a government institution, corporative body or other authority external to UNDP.
  
  Therefore the incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN system or the Government and therefore are not entitled to any diplomatic privileges, or to any other special status or conditions.
  
  Application procedure
  
  Interested and qualified persons are kindly requested to forward their job application letters and an updated CV - giving details of education and professional experience, as well as names, addresses (both postal and email) and telephone numbers of three referees, quoting the vacancy announcement response number for the specific post applied for to the following email address not later than Wednesday, 12 August 2009.
  
  Email address: jobs.ke @ undp.org
  
  Additional considerations
  
  1. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
  2. Acknowledgements will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the positions.
  3. Applicants who had submitted their applications earlier are encouraged to re-apply.
  
  “UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.
  
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