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Searching for an Accountant --- Uganda: Kenyan Job
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:49 am by Advertise jobs
Searching for an Accountant --- Uganda
Overview
Our client is a large milling firm with subsidiaries in East Africa and is seeking to recruit an account for the Uganda office. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the position will be responsible for updating and giving advice on costing, reconciliation of all accounts and maintenance of an effective internal control system.
Key result areas- Reconciliation of raw material, cash, finished goods, bank and inter company accounts.
- Ensure filing of returns to all relevant parties is done on time to avoid penalties due to lateness or non- conformance.
- Timely costing and updates to enable appropriate pricing decisions.
- Ensure effective internal controls systems are put in place for efficient internal audit and preparation of monthly audit file for verification and support of management accounts.
- Maintaining accurate financial data and generating timely reports and analysis.
Qualifications- Atleast 4 years experience in accountancy in a busy commercial environment with a university degree in accounting or a related field plus have CPA or ACCA.
- Fully computer literate and have working knowledge of an accounting system (quick books preferred and knowledge of peachtree will be an added advantage).
- Energetic “can do” attitude to work. Able to motivate fellow workers to work for long hours.
- Must be willing to relocate.
If you believe this describes you, please in confidence e mail your application letter and CV (4 pages maximum in a Word format) to: Esther or Gertrude at innovate@abbott.co.ke In your CV please include your current remuneration package and contacts. All e mailed questions and applications will be responded to almost immediately. Our postal address is Abbott Consulting, P O Box 63603 - 00619, Muthaiga, Nairobi. We would prefer e mail applications.
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Africa Capacity Consulting Ltd invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the position of Projects Coodinator
Posted: August 31, 2009, 1:07 pm by Advertise jobs
AFRICA CAPACITY CONSULTING LIMITED (ACCL)Developing Africa’s Private & Public Sector Competencies
In order to meet growing demand for more innovative solutions to Clients’ challenges &
aspirations, ACCL invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the following position:
Projects Coodinator (PC)
The PC will be responsible to the CEO for:
i. Project identification, Preparation of expression of interests, proposal writing and presentation;
ii. Business Projects prospecting and development of a Projects Pipeline;
iii. Coordination of all activities related to project prospecting, research for EOIs and ProjectTechnical Proposals and execution of project assignments;
iv. Coordinate all activities pertaining to activity plans, cost estimates and preparation of financial proposals;
v. Coordination of resource mobilization for effective and efficient project execution;
vi. Coordinate preparation, production, presentation and submission of Project Reports;
vii. Ensure all project activities are well coordinated and completed within agreed budgets and
timelines among others.
Requirements for Appointinent; For appointment to the position of PC, the candidate must have:Masters Degree in any of the following fields: Business Management, Agri-Economics, Economics or Developments Studies; with at least 3 years experience in project management.
Interested candidates may urgently submit their detailed CV in MS Word to be received by
Wednesday, the 2nd September 2009. to the:
CEO, ACCL
1st Floor, Suite 9, AACC Building, Waiyaki Way
P.O. Box 28166-00200, Nairobi, Kenya.
Email: bensoncpas@yahoo.com
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Kenya Forest Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented persons to fill the following Job vacancies
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:41 pm by Advertise jobs
Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament for management and conservation of all types of forests. The Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented persons to fill the following vacancies:
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION - 1 POST KFS GRADE 3 REF KFS HRA/DD/01/09
Reporting to the Director, The Deputy Director, Human Resource and Administration will be the Head of Human Resources & Administration and will ensure efficiency of the HR processes, a high performance work culture and effective administrative procedures.
Overall Responsibility
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing the HR and Administration Procedures and policy manual
• Preparation and implementation of the HR and Administration workplan
• Managing the process of selection, recruitment, induction, placement and discipline of all staff in the Service
• Administration of salary and benefits
• Ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations
• Overseeing employee welfare matters
• Planning and directing employee development, coaching, performance appraisals and career
development processes and programmes
• Preparing budgets of the Human Resource and Administration division and ensuring control and compliance to the budget
• Enforcing safety and security measures
• Coordinating the implementation of administrative support services
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Masters of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Human Resources Management
• A minimum of 5 years in Human Resource Management at an equivalent level, 3 of which should be in a large organization with a national cover
• Membership to a professional body
• Evidence and thorough knowledge of labour laws
• Proficiency in MS Office computer applications
• Proven excellent communication and interpersonal relations
• A team player and good people management skills, with proven leadership skills
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING - 1 POST KFS GRADE 3 REF KFS FIN/DD /01/09
Reporting to the Director, The Deputy Director, will be the Head of Finance and Accounting and will ensure prudent financial management and accounting Overall Responsibility
• Overseeing strict implementation of financial management and control systems while ensuring
compliance with international financial rules and regulations;
• Establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedures in compliance with statutory
regulations
• Continuously monitor and review management system and recommend changes as required
• Designing and implementing internal control procedures and production of reports on all financial transactions
• Participation in the preparation of the Board’s strategic plans and forecasts, cash flow projections and computation of expense ratios
• Coordinating the budgeting process, monitoring cash flow and overseeing the organization’s financial performance against the budget and operational goals
• Developing, maintaining and monitoring grants accounting systems and procedures and capturing all pledges , billings and receipts
• Coordination of annual audits in compliance with International Accounting Standards
• Management of day to day accounting processes, reconciling monthly activity and generating end-year reports
• Maintaining liaison with relevant Government departments for necessary consultation on financial matters to ensure the Service complies with statutory requirements
• Guiding and supervising staff performance in the division to foster discipline, motivation and team spirit.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Masters of Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance, or equivalent
• Holder of CPA (K)/ and member of ICPA
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Finance and Accounting at an equivalent level, 3 of which should be in a large organization with a national cover
• Practical knowledge of tax and other compliance requirements of state corporations
• Proficiency in computer skills and accounting packages
• Budget development and oversight experience
• Knowledge of Government contract management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations
• A team player and good people management skills, with proven leadership skills
• good analytical and decision making skills
CHIEF ACCOUNTANT - 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS FIN/CA /01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Finance and Accounting, the holder will be responsible for the management of financial strategy and financial operations of Kenya Forest Service.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Coordinating the preparation and implementation KFS financial budget and establishing sound budgeting processes and systems
• Design and implementing internal financial controls on management of financial transactions for integrity of accounts,
• Managing the disbursement of funds to Forest Agencies and KFS operations.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and statements of Board accounts
• Maintaining an up to date record of KFS assets and act as a source of information for decision making and control as well as custodial for the assets.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• Degree in Commerce, Accounting or Equivalent;
• Holder of CPA (K), or equivalent;
• Minimum 5 years managerial experience in accounting and finance 3 of which should be at
management level;
• Excellent communication skills and management of staff.
• In-depth knowledge of different accounting systems;
• Experience in Computerized environment;
• Candidates working in large corporations and are holders of CPA (K) with 8 years experience or a Masters degree and CPA/ACCA part II will also be
considered.
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR - 1 POST KFS GRADE 6 REF KFS AUD/SA /01/09
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, the position holder will ensure achievement of KFS goals through a disciplined approach to evaluation of Risk management, Governance and internal Control processes.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Reviewing internal controls and risks to provide a guide on areas to be prioritized for audit and preparing timely reports
• Formulating and updating audit programs and checklist for areas to be audited.
• Lead a team of other auditors in carrying out risk based audits to implement annual work plan in line with professional standards for internal audit.
• Reviewing established systems, operations, procedures to ensure safeguard of assets and
compliance with policies, plans, procedures, statutory requirements and regulations.
• Reviewing financial records and ensuring that the transactions are in compliance with established practices, policies and values.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Commerce with a specialization in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• (CPA (K)/ACCA or equivalent)
• CIA/CISA is an added advantage.
• ICT proficiency
• At least five (5) years of relevant work experience
ASSISTANT DIRECTORS - 71 POSTS KFS GRADE 5/6/7 REF KFS CONS/ZM/01/09
Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Conservancy, the incumbents will be deployed as Zonal Managers and will ensure effective management of zonal operations towards delivery of efficient and effective implementation of forest management policies plans and programmes.
Overall Responsibilities
• Ensure effective management of forests within the zones
• Coordinate and facilitate the efficient operations of functional roles in the zonal areas
• Preparation and implementation of the Zonal work plans and budgets
• Coordinating the implementation of HR and administrative support services in the Zones
• Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities specific to the zone and ensure the establishment of strong linkages with stakeholders
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Forestry, Natural Resources Management or any other related field with at least
5 years experience at Senior Management level in a relevant field OR
A Diploma in Forestry, Natural Management or related field with at least 8 years experience at Senior Management level in a relevant field.
• Experience in public or private organizations that have a nation wide cover is preferable.
• Those with postgraduate qualifications will have an added advantage.
• Evidence of Computer proficiency
• Evidence of administration and management training.
• Good administrative and coordination skills
• Ability to manage and sustain high cost centre performance, compliance and performance standards
• Good budgeting and financial management skills
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
• Good networking and interpersonal skills.
HUMAN RESOURCE ASSISTANTS - 10 POSTS KFS GRADE 9 REF KFS HRA/HRA/01/09
Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the incumbents will perform general HR functions.
Key Responsibilities
• Supporting the Human Resources staff with the implementation of services, policies, and programs through HR staff
• Assisting with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties.
• Carrying out responsibilities in departmental development, HRIS, employee relations, training and development, benefits, compensation, organization development, executive administration, and employment.
• Providing support in recruiting and staffing logistics; performance management and improvement tracking systems; employee orientation, development, and training logistics and recordkeeping; assisting with employee relations; organization-wide committee
facilitation and participation; organization employee communication; compensation and benefits
administration and recordkeeping; employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health reporting; and employee services; maintaining employee files and the HR filing system; and assisting with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business Administration or any other related field from a recognized institution with 2 years of relevant work experience.
OR
• An Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management, Business Management,Business
Administration or related field from a recognized institution with 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Evidence of computer proficiency
• Thorough knowledge of Kenyan Labour laws.
HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER - 4 POSTS KFS GRADE 8 REF KFS HRA/HRO/01/09
Reporting to the Human Resource Manager the incumbent will assist in the day to day HR activities.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Participating in formulation and review of Human Resource policies.
• Updating records and ensuring integrity of data and information related to human resource programmes.
• Provide advice related to interpretation of staff rules and organization policies.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management, Commerce (HR option) or Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution with 3 years of relevant experience.
• A diploma holder with at least 5 years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Evidence of Computer proficiency.
• Thorough knowledge of Kenyan Labour laws.
• Membership to a professional body is an added advantage.
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANTS – 10 POSTS KFS GRADE 10 REF KFS FIN/AS/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Finance and Accounting, the Incumbents will be deployed to work in offices based throughout the country. They will oversee the overall implementation of accounting procedures and practices in the respective offices.
Overall responsibilities:
• Compiling statistical records.
• Processing account statistics and transactions.
• Maintenance and safe keeping of
• invoices, receipts, etc.
• Monitoring receipts and maintaining books of accounts
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• CPA Part 1, with 2 years of relevant work experience
• KATC finalists with 3 years of relevant experience will also be considered.
ASSISTANT COMMANDANT- 9 POSTS KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS ENCOM/AC/01/09
Reporting to the HOCs, the Incumbents will be deployed to work in our offices based throughout the country. This position is to support ENCOM head quarters in ensuring that all the forest protection operations are well coordinated at the conservancy level.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinating enforcement and compliance operations within the conservancy.
• Ensuring that paramilitary policies, code of conduct and protocol is complied with and that high level of discipline is maintained
• Mobilizing common resources for forest operations
• Co-ordination of Forest Security activities with other law enforcement agencies in the conservancy.
• To recommend the training and discipline of the Forest rangers in forest protection service.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in any field
• 5 years in paramilitary services, 3 of which must be at least at a Senior Inspectorate level.
• Must have attended 2 staff courses at Defense Staff College Karen or its equivalent
• A Graduate of National Defense College or its equivalent is an added advantage.
• Evidence of Computer proficiency.
• Strategic thinker and result oriented
• Ability to delegate and empower
• Knowledge and understanding of a balance of public and private natural resource management.
HEAD OF INTELLIGENCE- 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS ENCOM/HOINT/01/09
Reporting to the Commandant, ENCOM, the incumbent will carry out or where necessary facilitate intelligence services to establish evidence to support alleged abuse of forest resources.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing the intelligence Procedures and policy
• Design, plan and commission intelligence or information search activities through covert operations or any other appropriate means.
• Advise the prosecution and investigation on the outcomes of intelligence service.
• Document and provide feedback to the investigation and prosecution functions of ENCOM.
• Support all the ENCOM field units in matters of prosecution and investigation.
• Supervise, guide, train, appraise, and manage performance Intelligence section.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• Degree in sociology with specific focus on Intelligence with 5 yrs experience in paramilitary service, 3 of which must be at a Senior Inspectorate level or equivalent
• Must have attended 2 staff courses at Defense Staff College Karen or its equivalent
• Graduate of National Defense College or its equivalent is an added advantage.
• Computer proficiency.
• Able to adapt quickly and flexible to new demands and priorities
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
HEAD OF INVESTIGATION- 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS ENCOM/HOINV/01/09
Reporting to the Commandant, ENCOM, the position holder will carry out or where necessary facilitate investigation services as to establish evidence to support alleged abuse of forest resources.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing the investigation Procedures and policy
• Coordinate investigation and prosecution of culprits of forest resources abuse
• Consolidate evidence and investigation reports from intelligence services
• Develop and maintain investigation reports
• Build the capacity of staff to carry out prosecution and investigation.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• Degree in Social Sciences with specific focus on Criminal Law or criminology with 5 yrs experience in paramilitary service handling prosecution and litigation
3 of which must be at a Senior Inspectorate level or equivalent
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency.
HEAD, BIOMASS ENERGY DEVELOPMENT- 1 POST KFS GRADE 4 REF KFS ES/BIOM/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Forest Extension Services, the position holder will oversee the development and utilization of biomass energy.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing development of Biomass energy and biomass rules and regulations
• Establish and strengthen Networks on wood fuel production and marketing including mobilizing
resources for its development
• Identification and promotion of sound technologies on biomass energy production and utilization.
• Promotion of potential biofuel tree species including Jatropha.
• Developing standards for grading and certification of charcoal.
• Promotion of sustainable management natural forest resources for woodfuel production.
• Training on sustainable Biomass energy production and utilization.
• Mobilize communities into charcoal production associations.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Masters degree in Forestry or Natural Resources Management
• 5 yrs relevant work experience, 3 of which should be at a senior management level
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
CHIEF OFFICER AWARENESS AND OUTREACH PROGRAMME - 1 POST
KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS ES/OUT/01/09
Reporting to Deputy Director Forest Extension Services, the position holder will coordinate forest outreach and tree planting activities
Overall Responsibilities:
• Coordination of Forest Extension outreach activities (shows, public week etc)
• Production, packaging and dissemination of information and forestry extension materials
• Networking and intersectoral collaboration with partners on research and other extension activities
• Monitoring & Evaluation of extension activities
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Forestry or Agriculture with 5 yrs progressive working experience in extension activities, 3 of which should be at a senior management level
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
CHIEF OFFICER BIO-FUEL PRODUCTION - 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS ES/BIOF/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Forest Extension Services the position holder will ensure promotion of woodfuel development & identify markets and marketing
channels for woodfuels.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing development of biofuel and biofuel rules and regulations
• Promotion of potential biofuels and high energy yielding tree species such as jatropha
• Promotion of Commercial charcoal production and establishment of networks for charcoal and firewood production and marketing.
• Promotion of efficient charcoal production and utilization technologies.
• Identification of markets and marketing channels for the woodfuels
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Forestry or Natural resources Management
• Minimum of 5 yrs progressive work experience, 3 of which should be in a relevant senior management level
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Computer proficiency
HEAD: EXTENSION MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT - 1 POST KFS GRADE 4 REF KFS ES/EXTM/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Forest Extension Services, the position holder will be responsible for forest extension activities.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing forest extension strategies
• Developing modules and guidelines for extension management and training
• Coordination of capacity building in forestry extension
• Main streaming of social safeguard mechanisms in forestry activities
• Production, packaging and dissemination of information and forestry extension materials
• Networking and intersectoral collaboration with partners on research and other extension activities
• Resource mobilization for extension activities
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Masters degree in Forestry, Agriculture or Natural Resources
• Holders of postgraduate qualifications in Extension Management will have an advantage
• Minimum of 5 yrs progressive work experience, 3 of which must have been on an extension project/ programme
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
HEAD: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING - 1 POST KFS GRADE 4 REF KFS PE/BDM/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director Corporate Service, the position holder will coordinate the development of policies and strategies for marketing and business development in the Service, management of marketing and Business Development functions.. The job holder will also be required to harmonize the operations of all the business units in KFS
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing strategies and policies for business development and marketing
• Ensure development of new tourism products and determining the appropriate pricing and marketing strategies that can optimize benefits
• Developing and overseeing the new market/ business opportunities and developing new revenue streams for KFS
• Develop and ensure implementation of effective customer service mechanisms that ensure
responsiveness to customer expectations
• Ensure implementation of appropriate systems to develop and manage KFS business facilities that meet customer expectations
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Masters degree with a specialization in marketing, strategic management or related disciplines from a recognized university.
• 5 years of progressive work experience, 3 of which should be in marketing division at a senior
management position in a large public or private organization
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
• Demonstrated track record in developing and implementing Business and Marketing Strategies
• Proven computer proficiency
CHIEF OFFICER CORPORATE PLANNING – 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS CS/COCP/01/09
Reporting to Deputy Director Corporate Services, the holder of the position will ensure
development of effective management policies and co-ordinate all management service functions to obtain efficiency and economy of operations
Overall Responsibilities:
• Overseeing the development and maintenance of infrastructure, office buildings, staff housing
• Developing and co-ordinating implementation of management policies to ensure cost effective
utilization of available resources
• Formulate, develop and review corporate service policies and strategies in line with the changing environment.
• Developing and implementing effective management strategies to secure KFS land and other assets.
• Undertake the review of the strategic plan and Kenya Forestry Master Plan in light of prevailing circumstances.
• Formulate and implement effective risk management plans and strategies.
• Consolidate work plans, budgets and timely reports
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Commerce, Economics, Forestry economics, Natural Resource Planning,
Business Administration, planning or a related discipline from a recognized university
• Holders of a Masters degree in Business Management will have an advantage
• 5 years of progressive wok experience in a related field, 3 of which should be at a senior level
• Good people management skills
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate, train, mentor and manage staff
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
CHIEF SUPERINTENDENT CIVIL ENGINEERING – 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS CS/ENG/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Plantations and Enterprises, the office holder will ensure maintenance of correct standards of civil works in the Service.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, costing and financial control of all work relating to design and maintenance of Civil/Electrical/ Mechanical plants and accessories.
• Ensuring that correct standards are maintained in Civil/Electrical/ Mechanical design drawings
and specifications for installation, inspection, commissioning and testing
• Ensuring maintenance of all Electrical/Mechanical plants, equipment, machinery and accessories;
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications: For appointment to this grade, an officer must;
• A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with 5 years of experience 3 of which should be at Senior Superintendent level or equivalent OR
• A Higher National Diploma in Civil engineering with 8 years of work experience, 5 of which
should be at Senior Superintendent level or equivalent
• Be registered with a relevant professional body
• Have wider experience in all areas of civil, electrical or mechanical installations and maintenance; and
• Shown merit and ability in work performance.
HEAD FOREST ECONOMICS, PLANNING AND INVESTMENT PROMOTION – 1 POST KFS GRADE 4 REF KFS CS/HECON /01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Plantations and Enterprises, the office holder will ensure effective and timely forecasting of demand and supply of forest products.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and Implementing strategies and policies for effective investment promotion
• Overseeing generation of up to date reports and analysis of economic data necessary for forecasting demand and supply of forest products and services in short and long term, including revenue forecasting
• Conducting valuation and pricing of wood and non
wood forest products and services
• Analysis of economic impacts of forest policies and regulations.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Masters degree with a specialization in Forestry Economics, or Natural Resource Management
• 5 yrs of progressive work experience 3 of which should be at a senior management level responsible for policy analysis or practice in a large public or private organization.
• Knowledge of current economic trends and practices in sustainable forest management and policies
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
HEAD FOREST PLANNING AND INFORMATION SYSTEM – 1 POST KFS GRADE 4 REF KFS SDD/HFPI /01/09
Reporting to the Senior Deputy Director of Forests, the position holder will ensure a cost effective and accurate forest information system
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, coordinating and implementing forest management plan and ecosystem strategies and policies
• Development, maintenance and implementation of KFS forest information systems
• Spearheading community participation and involvement in all forest planning issues.
• Supporting all forest planning activities at National, Conservancy, Zonal and forest station levels
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Masters degree with a specialization in Strategic Management, Management Information Systems, Project Management or any other related field
• A Bachelors degree in Forestry or Natural Resources Management
• 5 yrs of progressive work experience 3 of which should be at a senior management level
responsible for planning using management information sytems in a large public or private
organization.
• Knowledge of current economic trends and practices in sustainable forest management and
policies
• Proven administrative and coordination skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
CHIEF OFFICER ECOTOURISM – 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS FCM/CECOT/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Forest Conservation and Management, the position holder will facilitate the development and promotion of ecotourism within the Forest Reserves.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, developing, coordinating and implementing eco-tourism strategies while providing policy advice for management of ecotourism programmes
• Assess eco-tourism site potentials within the forest reserves and developing prospectus to guide investment in eco-tourism development by private sectors.
• Developing work-plans and budgets for ecotourism programmes within forest reserves.
• Undertaking market research and advising on investment in the ecotourism sector.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Environmental Sciences, Forestry or Wildlife Management or on any other relevant fields Level in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• 5 years of relevant working experience, 3 of which should be at a senior management level
• He/She should be familiar with concept of eco-tourism and sustainable community based tourism.
• Good organizational and leadership skills.
• Proven computer proficiency
CHIEF OFFICER SURVEY AND MAPPING – 1 POST KFS GRADE 5 REF KFS FCM/SURMAP/01/09
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Forest Conservation and Management, the position holder will work to establish forest boundaries and maintain spatial data records on all forests in Kenya.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Planning, developing, coordinating and implementing survey and mapping programmes and policies
• Coordinating surveys, boundary demarcations and mapping of forest reserves and ensuring that all boundary records for the Forest Reserves are held in safe custordy
• Provision of expert witness on litigation matters concerning boundary disputes.
• Overseeing compilation of documents leading to the drawing up of boundary plans, titles, leases and sub-leases issued to Kenya Forest Service.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Land Survey
• Be registered with a relevant professional body
• 5 years progressive work experience in a senior level 3 of which should be in an appropriate environment and institution
• He/she should be able to use chains, transits, theodolites and plum lines to carry out survey work
• He/she must be able to use modern survey equipments that include GPS, Laptops, and Robotic
Total Stations and be conversant with GIS Software and applications.
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – 1 POST KFS GRADE 7 REF KFS IT/SADM/01/09
Reporting to the Head of ICT, the position holder will ensure provision of end user support on all information systems and related databases.
Overall Responsibilities:
• Ensuring proper administration of operating systems and applications and Providing technical support to system users
• Maintaining appropriate profiles, privileges and system backups and restoration scripts.
• Manage all external and internal information security
• Review systems performance and implementing strategic improvements
• Ensure the integrity, reliability and security of data and processes
• Ensure proper implementation of IT change management control processes
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum
qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Microsoft certified system developer or Certified Information system auditor
• 3 years relevant work experience in a commercial entity or public organization
WEBMASTER – 1 POST KFS GRADE 7 REF KFS IT/WEB/01/09
Reporting to the Head of ICT, the position holder will ensure effective web-site development, interaction and maintenance
Overall responsibilities:
• Overseeing development, enhancement, maintenance and implementation of internet
technology projects and KFS website
• Manage third-party services for internet
• Manage quality and content of KFS intranet
• Ensuring web security, backup and continuity
• Supervise, appraise and ensure appropriate training of personnel
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Arts (Design) or equivalent
• Diploma in Computer Science
• 3 years relevant working experience
COMPUTER TECHNICIAN II – 2 POSTS KFS GRADE 10 REF KFS IT/OFF/01/09
Reporting to the Head of ICT, the position holder will provide first-line ICT support for Kenya Forest Service staff and maintenance of the ICT infrastructure.
Overall responsibilities:
• Installing and maintaining of computers, computer hardware and network systems
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing of computers and network infrastructure
• Providing technical support in line with service levels
• Obtain and install the necessary hardware and software upgrades for the ICT network to ensure that the network is capable of meeting the needs of the organisation.
Required Qualifications and experience
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
• A Diploma in Computer Engineering/Science or equivalent with 2 years progressive work experience in a large and busy organization OR A certificate holder in a relevant field with 4 years of work experience
• Certification in Hardware Maintenance, network management or CISCO is essential.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before Wednesday 23rd September, 2009. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Human Resource Manager,
Kenya Forest Service,
P.O. Box 30513-00100 Nairobi.
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Job Openings at a medium sized SACCO based in Nairobi
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:37 pm by Advertise jobs
We are a medium sized SACCO based in Nairobi and we wish to recruit qualified and results
oriented persons to the following positions:
1. SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR (1 POSITION)
Reporting to the Manager, the systems administrator will be responsible for the following key
result areas: -
• Performing systems administration functions across servers and desktops;
• Providing first line technical support to users on the use of Sacco systems and other office
automation;
• Maintaining systems backup, security and contingency plans to ensure continuity and
availability of the business systems;
• Ensuring change management, system alterations and enhancements are controlled and in
line with ICT best practice;
• Playing an active role to ensure successful implementation of ICT projects; and
• Training end users on the various applications to maximize utilization of ICT resources
Knowledge & Skills requirements:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or other Computer Science discipline; and
• Microsoft or equivalent ICT Certification;
• Skills in administering robust database systems (Oracle, SQL, etc) in mixed Windows and
Unix/Linux platforms;
• Experience with Automated Sacco systems and helpdesk operations will be a distinct
advantage.
2. FOSA SUPERVISOR (1 POSITION)
Reporting to the Manager, the FOSA Supervisor will be responsible for:
• Ensure efficient management of FOSA activities in line with the organization policies,
• Day to day running of the FOSA,
• Manage Treasury Operations and working capital management,
• Ensuring adequate cash reserves are maintained,
• Prepare Daily Cash flow projections,
• Maintain accurate records of customer accounts,
• Prepare monthly amortization schedules and disbursement reports to the management,
• Prepare FOSA monthly and annual performance reports,
• Carry out periodical reviews, monitor and advise management on business and investment
matters,
• Supervision of FOSA staff
Knowledge & Skills requirements
• Holder of CPA Part II or,
• Diploma in Banking/Credit Management/Cooperative management,
• Minimum of Four (4) years working experience in FOSA or related field,
• Good knowledge of FOSA operations,
• Good interpersonal, marketing and communication skills,
• A person of unquestionable integrity,
• Must have worked with recognized financial software,
• A degree in a business related field will be an added advantage.
3. TELLER (2 POSITIONS)
The person will be reporting to the FOSA Supervisor and will be responsible for:
• Receiving cash and cheques from customers,
• Paying cash and cheques to customers,
• Maintaining of daily cash analysis,
• Preparing daily reports on cash balances,
• Reconciling payments and receipts at the end of each business day,
• Keeping of proper and complete records regarding all FOSA transactions,
• Providing adequate and correct information to customers when such information is required.
Knowledge & Skills requirements
• CPA Part I or a Diploma in Co-operative Management,
• Minimum of 2 years working experience as a FOSA cashier,
• Unquestionable integrity and Customer focused,
• Good interpersonal and communication skills,
• Computer literate,
The D/NA 354
P O Box 49010
NAIROBI
To reach us not later than 15th September 2009
NB: We shall only contact the short-listed candidates.
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UNDP Kenya has a vacancy for a project assistant
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:31 pm by Advertise jobs
The UNDP Rule of Law and Security Programme (ROLS) is actively engaged in Access to Justice, Civilian Police, Custodial Corps, Armed Violence Reduction and Mine Action in all regions of Somalia. In response to recent developments within Somalia, the ROLS programme is actively pursuing strategies to support the activities in Somalia. In support of the project implementation, UNDP ROLS is advertising for the position of Project Assistant. The Project Assistant supports the work of the ROLS Projects including administrative services, financial support, ensuring all work undertaken is in compliance with UN procedures and regulations and ensures high quality and accuracy of work. The Project Assistant promotes a client, quality and results-orientated approach. The Project Assistant will report to the Civilian Police Project Manager. The Project Assistant will make routine decisions upon his/her own authority within established guidelines. The Project Assistant works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and projects staff in the CO and other UN agencies staff to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery. The Project Assistant will work under the supervision of the Civilian Police Project Manager supporting the Projects Activities in Somalia but may be called upon to assist in provision of administrative support to other projects in the Rule of Law and Security Programme.
Closing date: 12 Sep 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
Summary of Key Functions:
- Implementation of operational strategies
- Efficient administrative support
- Effective administrative and financial control
- Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing.
The Project Assistant is responsible for:
1. Ensures implementation of operational strategies focusing on:
a. Advising and guiding project staff and consultants on UNDP administrative and DEX reporting requirements, clearance procedures for finance, procurement and recruitment
b. Ensuring the work of projects is in full compliance of UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies.
2. Ensures efficient administrative support focusing on achievement of the following results:
a. Coordination of travel arrangements. Preparation of P.O.s for travel and other administrative expenses
b. Organization of workshops, conferences and retreats for the ROLS Programme
c. Support with protocol procedures
d. Research and retrieval of statistical data from internal and external sources, preparation of statistical charts, tables and reports.
e. Assisting in the preparation of UNDP and donor progress and final reports;
f. Drafting correspondence and reports covering programme issues; compiling statistical data; following up and responding to queries;
g. Collecting, maintaining and updating data relevant to the programme areas being supported, maintaining work plan information for all programmes;
h. Drafting correspondence and reports covering programme issues; compiling statistical data; following up and responding to queries;
3. Provides support for effective administrative and financial control in the office focusing on the achievements of the following results:
a. Preparing budget and budget revisions as required; Updating and initiating processing of programme and financial entries in ATLAS.;
b. Assisting in the preparation of UNDP and donor progress and final reports;
c. Reconciling the records of payments with activities and preparing new disbursements to Project Managers;
d. Under the guidance of the Project Managers and in close collaboration with the procurement department, carry out and submit required preparatory work for contracts, tendering, bill of quantities and works, according to UNDP procedures, rules and regulations;
e. Provision of information for audits
f. Proper control of supporting documents of funds and activities
g. Confirmation of availability of funds prior to release by supervisor.
4. The Project Associate supports knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
a. Promotes identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned from the project for organizational sharing and learning;
b. Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the country office.
c. Training of staff on administrative procedures
d. Briefing/ debriefing of staff on administrative procedures
5. Any other duties as requested by the ROLS Programme Manager and Civilian Police Project Manager
Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the Civilian Police Project and Rule of Law and Security Programme. Works undertaken will increase the timely delivery of projects, ensure they meet with UNDP Procedures and regulations and strengthen the capacity of the Projects as a whole. The incumbent’s own initiative is decisive in results of work and timely finalization.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies
- Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP.
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
- Treats all people fairly without favouritism.
Functional Competencies
Knowledge Management and Learning
- Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example.
- In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues.
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
- Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
- Builds strong relationships with partners, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
- Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to field based emergencies.
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
- Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills.
- IT competencies in Word, Excel, Power Point and the internet.
Management and Leadership
- Demonstrates strong analytical and management skills.
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
- Ability to lead effectively, mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
- Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure.
Recruitment Qualifications
Education:
- Completion of Secondary Education, preferably with specialized certification in Accounting and Finance.
- University Degree in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences and Social Sciences would be desirable, but is not a requirement.
- Prince2 training and certification; RMG are desirable
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of progressive responsible administrative or project experience.
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
- Work experience within the UN or an NGO is an asset but not a prerequisite
Language requirements:
- Fluency in English, good written and oral skills
Terms of Service
This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under a Service Contract serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP. The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit electronic application by visiting http://jobs.undp.org/. The closing date for receipt of applications is 12th September 2009
Applicants are required to fill and sign a P11 Form and submit it together with Curriculum Vitae on the online application.
The P11 Form can be obtained from the link below:
http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc
Women & Somali Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply
UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
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Marie Stopes International (MSI) Nairobi, Kenya, is hiring a Regional Research Manager
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:26 pm by Advertise jobs
Marie Stopes International (MSI) is a results-orientated Social Business, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to provide family planning, reproductive and sexual healthcare and allied services. MSI’s goal is to meet the needs of the underserved and dramatically improve access to and use of family planning and other reproductive health services. MSI is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership, which operates in over 38 countries worldwide.
Closing date: 24 Sep 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
Role Purpose
The Regional Research Manager is responsible for leading research efforts across the MSI partnership throughout Southern Africa on the reproductive and sexual health research agenda. S/he ensures the attainment of MSI goals and objectives and provides regional leadership to the research and metrics team. Research Managers are also expected to ensure good collaboration and coordination with key stakeholders. The post involves extensive international travel.
Responsibilities & Examples of Duties
1. Assist MSI’s RES strategic direction focusing on areas that will give MSI a strategic advantage in terms of creating and using the evidence base for meeting unmet need, accessing donor funds, and competing in the market
- Support the development a broad RES strategic plan taking input from all departments;
- Input into strategic planning on a regional level to ensure RES objectives incorporated into country strategic plans;
- Research and pursue innovations that might present research opportunities for MSI;
- Ensure that programmes have the resources to achieve their RES objectives.
2. Expand MSI’s research portfolio by facilitating growth of existing projects, adding new tools, and meeting current needs:
- Work with country teams to identify opportunities for research expansion;
- Provide country teams with the guidance and technical support they require to start, grow, and expand their research programmes;
- Identify funding opportunities and assisting programme and country teams with developing RES proposals.
3. Support evidence-based decision-making and monitoring and evaluation systems:
- Develop evidence-based decision making performance tools to help partners improve programme effectiveness and efficiencies;
- Provide training and guidance to other support office departments on evidence-based decision making and use of relevant market research;
- Ensure MIS systems are developed and maintained and information is used to make more effective management decisions;
- Support country teams to monitor and evaluate program and project activities at an outcome level;
4. Build capacity in research across the region:
- Build partner capacity for research, monitoring, and evaluation though training, workshops, toolkits, and other sustainable means
- Identify and address weaknesses in partners’ capacity to collect and use evidence through training either directly or through consultants;
- Support country teams to collect and use relevant market and social information from sources such as DHSs, censors, and independent research carried out by NGOs, government, the private sector etc.
- Draw up technical manuals that will assist programmes and support teams to learn without the need for direct input from the research team
5. Provide technical support to regional partners directly, or through programme support teams and consultants:
- Provide consistent technical assistance to partners on research, monitoring, and evaluation;
- Publish research studies in peer-review journals and other means;
- Assist with planning, implementation, and finalization of “as needed” and planned research studies;
- Manage consultants to provide training and technical resources to support programmes if needed;
- Travel as needed to partners, international/regional meetings, and workshops/conferences
- Help countries with annual research plans
6. Ensure free flow of research expertise and information across the partnership through knowledge management:
- Produce concept papers, lessons learned papers, toolkits chapters, research reports, and other knowledge management outputs
- Constantly promote MSI RES activities internally (partners, programme support teams, ER etc) and externally (donors, governments, potential partner organizations);
- Establish mechanisms to collect and share relevant experiences, lessons learnt etc between partners and support teams like MSI’s intranet (Sharepoint)
- Encourage partners to contact each other for support and technical input.
7. Any other duties which contribute to the success of research, or the goals of MSI.
Person Profile
As a result of the nature of this role, suitable candidates will be required to demonstrate an entrepreneurial track record blending research expertise with project management experience and above all get results.
We are particularly looking for researchers with clinical experience (e.g. clinical researchers or researchers who have worked on clinical trials) as well as experienced quantitative researchers.
All requirements are essential unless stated otherwise:
Qualifications/Knowledge/Expertise
- Masters Degree level or higher;
- A research background in public health, reproductive healthcare, social science or health economics;
- Research and project management expertise;
- Fluent English both oral and written.
Experience
- Demonstrated research experience in designing, implementing, analysing and writing-up high quality research, preferably gained in a developing country context;
- Demonstrated experience in supporting programmes on monitoring and evaluation
- Proven experience gained as a manager;
- Demonstrated capabilities of producing results when working with individuals from a range of cultures with varying levels of expertise;
- Experienced in managing relations with a range of partners including governments, donors, other NGOs and the private sector;
- Proven ability to train others.
Skills and Abilities
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
- Project Management;
- IT literate – exposure to MS Office (essential), SPSS (desirable) and STATA (desirable)
- Excellent writer
- Demonstrated experience of actively collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders;
- Proven ability to interpret and analyse verbal, written and numerical data;
- Proven ability to ‘sell’ ideas, concepts;
- Knowledge of French, Spanish or Portuguese (desirable)
Personality/ Aptitudes
- Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills
- Assertive
- Outgoing/personable
- Persuasive
- Analytical
- A leader
- Coach/ mentor
- Highly self-sufficient & self-servicing
- Commercial outlook
Attitude/ Motivation
- Keen to pursue personal development;
- Strong commitment to the goal and vision of MSI;
- Pro-Choice.
How to apply
To apply, please visit www.mariestopes.org/careers
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ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization wishes to hire a country finance manager
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:22 pm by Advertise jobs
Closing date: 30 Sep 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
Department: Finance
Position: Country Finance Manager
Contract duration: 6 months
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Starting Date September 2009
I. Background on ACTED
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.
ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 25 countries worldwide, with over 160 international and 2500 national staff. ACTED has a 45 million € budget for over 150 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.
For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
II. Country Profile
ACTED launched its Kenya mission in 2008 with an emergency assistance program for residents in Nairobi slums affected by the post election violence. In the neighborhoods of Kibera, Mathare, and Kawangare, ACTED’s intervention sought to re-stimulate cash flow through the direct purchase of food for voucher for work programs, improve overall food security, and mitigate ethnic tensions while implementing work projects to improve living conditions. Today ACTED Kenya seeks to build upon the success of its intervention by responding to drought –affected areas in the northern Tanya district, with food security programmes.
ACTED Kenya remain linked with ACTED Uganda, with cross-border programmes.
In September 2007, ACTED launched an exploratory mission to evaluate the security situation, coordinate with other humanitarian actors on the ground, and evaluate possible areas for an intervention in Somalia. ACTED is currently developing its area coordination in the region.
III. Position Profile
Under the authority of the Country Director and Finance Director in HQ, the Country Finance Manager (CFM) will be responsible for ACTED accounting and financial management in-country. The CFM ensures that national legislation is adhered to, and that the country specific standards are applied in ensuring efficient use of resources.
Responsibilities:
1. Accounting and Financial Management
- Accountancy:
Supervise accountancy procedures: filing of documents, allocation of expenses, vouchers registration, balance checking, etc.;
Verify and compile monthly accounts from each base;
Communicate accounts on a monthly basis to HQ, respecting SAGA procedures and deadlines;
Manage the presentation, circulation, filing and archiving of accounting and financial documents in conformity with FLAT procedures;
- Treasury:
Open/close bank accounts on the authority of the General Delegate;
Oversee the management of bank accounts: follow transfers, check balances, check authorised visas;Supervise the management of safes and cash: available amount, balance checks, security instructions;Assess monthly cash-flow needs for projects and bases and communicate cash requests to the HQ;
Manage money transfers, bases cash-supply and amounts in circulation, whilst defining payment procedures (bank transfer, cheque, cash etc.);
- Commitment of expenditure:
Set up and formalise procedures for the commitment of expendiure, conform to ACTED procurement guidelines: collect visas of authorised staff members, set-up commitment ceiling in local currencies, define methods and timescales for payment according to local practices;
Ensure that procedures are adhered to in terms of contracts and payments;
Ensure that proofs of purchase are valid (contracts, orders, bills, inoices, delivery receipts etc);
2. Budget Management
- Ensure budget follow-up:
Develop tables necessary for financial monitoring and for budget follow up within the mission;
Analyse gaps between planned budgets and actual expenses;
Anticipate financial risks;
Calculate and supervise the monthly cost of each vehicle (fuel consumption, repairs) in coordination with Country Logistician;
Calcultate monthly communication costs of each base (phone, e-mail, Internet), in coordination with Country Logistician;
- Develop project budgets:
Develop budgets for project proposals according to project needs and Donor constraints;
Draft financial reports (mid-term and final) respecting contractual deadlines;
Guarantee the respect of Donor procedures for each financial contract.
3. Department Follow-up
- Team leadership:
Update the organigramme and ToRs of the finance department according to the mission development;
Oversee the team and undertake appraisals of directly supervised colleagues;
Ensure training and capacity building for finance team members in order to increase the level of technical ability and skills within the department;
- Internal Procedures and Information Flows;
Develop relevant management procedures within the team;
Improve information flows within the department and with other departments and projects
IV. Qualifications:
- Masters degree minimum in Finance or related area;
- 3+ years of solid experience in financial management and monitoring systems, preferably of large development programs, possibly complemented by academic expertise;
- Excellent financial and analytical skills;
- Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting on programme financial performance;
- Ability to manage a financial/monitoring team and demonstrate leadership;
- Ability to monitor and evaluate financial and monitoring skills of communities through capacity-building efforts;
- Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;
- Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental requirements;
- Prior knowledge of the region an asset;
- Fluency in English required - ability to communicate in local languages an asset;
- Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Excel and Project Management software
V. Conditions:
- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
- Additional monthly living allowance
- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to apply
Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org
Ref : CFM/KE/RW
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Internship/ Job Attachment Opportunity With An International NGO Kenya Nairobi
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:18 pm by Advertise jobs
Horn of Africa Project Intern Nairobi Kenya
International Crisis Group (ICG)
The International Crisis Group is now generally recognised as the world’s leading independent, non-partisan, source of analysis and advice to governments, and intergovernmental bodies like the United Nations, European Union and World Bank, on the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict.
Closing date: 30 Sep 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
The International Crisis Group's Horn of Africa Project is looking for an intern to work in the organisation's Nairobi office from September 2009 for a period of six months.
Major responsibilities:
The position involves assisting Crisis Group's Horn of Africa Project team by monitoring political developments in the Horn of Africa region via on-line sources; Providing assistance editing reports and briefings on conflict issues, and other documents produced by Africa program staff; Preparing advocacy and research materials and attend meetings with/on behalf of the Crisis Group staff; Assisting with carrying out daily press reviews and composing weekly situation reports; administrative work, including arranging for meetings and database management; Assisting Africa program staff with everyday office needs. The job requires a natural flare for political analysis, flexibility, intelligence and hard work but offers an excellent opportunity for someone to learn about conflict analysis and advocacy work and gain valuable experience in a high profile international NGO.
Minimum requirements:
- A recent graduate degree in political science, conflict studies, international relations, or similar;
- Excellent English writing and editing skills;
- Computer literacy;
- An ability to deal confidently and swiftly with a variety of demanding tasks.;
- Proven research skills in international relations or a similar subject, conflict analysis or human rights work;
- Proven interest in and knowledge of the Horn of Africa region; and
- Working ability in Arabic language is an added advantage.
This position is an internship and is not paid. Applicants must have the right to work in Kenya, be available to work full time for six months and must meet the minimum requirements above.
How to apply
If you wish to apply, please send:
- Internship application letter (please indicate proposed internship start and end date);
- Recent CV, please include two references;
- Two 5-10 page writing samples relating to political analysis of the Horn of Africa region.
- A three page essay on what your contribution to Crisis Group during your internship would be; and
- Transcripts of your Master’s coursework with grades.
To submit your application send all materials, in English, to: nairobi@crisisgroup.org
Due to the volume of intern applications we receive, we ask that you do not make follow-up calls or emails concerning the status of your application.
Deadline for applications: Applications will be received until vacancy is filled.
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CARE International in Kenya is looking for suitable candidates to fill the position of drivers
Posted: August 31, 2009, 12:15 pm by Advertise jobs
Driver Jobs In Kenya
CARE International in Kenya is looking for suitable candidates to fill the position of drivers for the Arid and Marginal Recovery Project (ARC) in Northern Kenya. The position is based in Garissa, but with extensive travels to the districts of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera central and Moyale.
Key Responsibilities
* Check validity of vehicles insurance, road license and police inspection stickers and report status.
* Transport CARE staff and goods as when required
* Make sure all vehicle tools, towing ropes and any other accessories are in place, taken care of and are checked on daily basis.
* Updates vehicles work ticket particulars by making right entries daily.
* Drive organization vehicles to specific and authorized destinations transporting staff, other authorized passengers and materials in a safe manner.
* Regularly check the use of the vehicle's first aid kit, fire extinguishers and alarm system and any other defects in general.
* Comply with traffic regulations as per the Kenya driving regulations.
* Ensure that personal driving license is valid and duly signed at all times.
Qualification and skills
* Must have attained secondary level of education.
* Have a valid accident free driving license with class B, C, E.
* At least three years experience in a busy organization based in the arid part of Kenya.
* Good communication, writing and interpersonal skills in English and Kiswahili.
* Ability and willingness to work in a difficult environment.
* Those with NGO experience and basic skills in mechanics will be an added advantage.
Applications
If you feel that you are the right candidate for the advertised position, kindly send your application indicating the reference number and title of the position applied for along with an up-to-date CV with telephone contacts for three professional referees and copies of academic and professional certificates to: The Human Resources & Development Manager, P.O. Box 43864-00100, Nairobi or by email to: vacancies@care.or.ke so as to reach not later than by 11th September, 2009.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
CARE is an equal opportunity employer
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