Friday, October 21, 2011

USAID ENVIRONMENT COMPLIANCE MONITORING SPECIALIST JOB IN KENYA

ENVIRONMENT COMPLIANCE MONITORING SPECIALIST
The United States Agency for International Development’s Kenya Mission (USAID/Kenya) seeks to fill
the job position of Environment Compliance Monitoring Specialist for the Environment and Natural
Resources Management (ENRM) Team in the Agriculture, Business, and Environment Office (ABEO).

The incumbent will serve as a Foreign Service National (FSN) manager for the Mission’s growing
environmental compliance monitoring activities.
The incumbent will work with and report to the Mission Environment Officer (MEO) and the Team
Leader, ENRM Team, to ensure the successful implementation of the mandatory environmental
compliance monitoring activity of the USAID/Kenya portfolio.
The primary duties will be to:
• monitor and report on environmental compliance for USAID/Kenya’s programs on population
and health; agriculture, business and environment; democracy and governance; education
and youth;
• work closely with all the Contracting/Agreement Officer’s Technical Representatives
(COTR/AOTR), as well as their alternates, activity managers and the Team Leaders and Office
Chiefs, in order to ensure prudent environmental compliance;
• work collaboratively with the Deputy and Assistant MEOs of USAID/Kenya, and the Regional
Environmental Officer at USAID/East Africa;
• establish and maintain professional contacts in both the public and private sectors, including
Government of Kenya officials, implementing partners, consultants, NGOs, and other
development partners in Kenya.
Applicant should be a Kenyan citizen.
Required Qualification:
Any applicant that does not meet the minimum requirements stated below will not be evaluated.
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
If you have not been contacted within one month from the closing date of advertisement, please
consider your application unsuccessful.

OTHAYA MUKURWEINI WATER SERVICES AREA MANAGER JOB IN KENYA

Othaya - Mukurweini Water Services Company Limited is a Water Services Provider contracted by
Tana Water Services Board to provide water and sanitation services in Mukurwe-ini and Nyeri South
Districts.
To strengthen our team of staff and leadership, we invite applications from qualified and experienced
individuals who are proactive and self driven to fill the following position.

AREA MANAGER
1 Post
Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Area Manager will be in charge of the day to day operations
of a water supply scheme and ensure that the scheme is maintained to meet expected performance.
Responsibilities and Duties
The specific duties and responsibilities of the position include:
• Supervising and coordinating scheme staff in all aspects of operation and maintenance and
development to ensure that water services provided meet customer needs
• Attending to customer complaints in order to identify areas of problems and taking
appropriate measures
• Setting up plans and strategies to facilitate achievement of set performance targets
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

LIVERPOOL VCT (LVCT) LEGAL OFFICER AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT OFFICER JOBS IN KENYA

Liverpool VCT, Care & Treatment (LVCT) is an established Kenyan NGO that utilizes research to
inform policy reform advocacy and strengthen HIV service delivery. We optimize our impact on the
HIV/AIDS response by building capacity of partners and pay special attention to vulnerable groups
and populations with special needs.
LVCT’s focus is on the scale-up of quality-assured HIV counseling, testing and care services.
We have a vacancy for the following position:

LEGAL OFFICER
LO/LVCT/2011
REPORTING TO: OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
LOCATION: NAIROBI

OVERALL PURPOSE:
To provide legal advisory and interpretation services to the LVCT management, programs, partners
and staff to ensure compliance with existing law and regulatory requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Legal Services
• Provide legal advice and opinion to management on legal matters as they arise
• Ensure the organization is in compliance with the existing statutory and regulatory provisions
• Review and advice on the MOU’s and contracts between LVCT and other organizations
including donors.
• Review and vet offer letters, agreements, security and other legal documents
• Advise the management on relevant current and proposed legislation
• Ensure current and proposed policies and procedures are in compliance with the legal
requirements
• Review and development of agreements with third parties e.g. consultants
Program Support and Capacity Development
• Review of contractual requirements in proposal development
• Development of agreements with sub-partners
• Review of grants and sub-grantee agreements with donors
• Conduct legal audits of sub-partners to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory
obligations. Perform due-diligence on sub-partners
• Assist with the development of sub-partner operational policies and procedures
• Strengthen sub-partner legal systems and provide technical advice when needed
• Participate in the sub-partner selection process
• Participate in talk shows on sexual violence laws
Training and Support
• Provide training on provision of various legal provisions e.g. the Sexual offences Act,
HIV/AIDS
• Prevention Control Act to the Diploma and other Counselor training courses, healthcare
workers, security forces and communities.
• Assist with legal provisions in curriculum development
• Train sub-partners on statutory and compliance obligations
Research and Policy
• Desk review and input into research projects
• Data Collection
• Representation of LVCT in select meetings involving legal issues
Administrative Functions
• Registration of LVCT trademarks and copyrights
• Conducting routine legal searches and research as needed
• Ensure timely filing of statutory obligations e.g. Annual Returns to the NGO Bureau

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• At least 2 years’ experience in an NGO or law firm
• Broad exposure and relevant experience in legal practice in contract/agreement drafting
• Good communication, presentation, research, analysis and interpersonal relation skills
• Team Player, proactive and self-motivated
• Ability to handle pressure and work with minimum supervision
• Experience in working with donors will be an added advantage
Qualified applicants are invited to send their cover letter and detailed CV along with contacts of three

WORKFORCE ASSOCIATES SALES EXECUTIVE, PURCHASING AND SUPPLIES OFFICER JOBS IN KENYA

SALES EXECUTIVE
Due to first and sustainable growth, our client a leading vendor of IT software for the financial
Services industry that seeks to connect investors to the capital markets and financial market requires
sales executives with the following qualifications:

Duties
• Selling of company products like SMS banking, EFT solutions, mobile banking, Biometrics,
and CMS (card management system) to new and existing clients.
• Build & maintain a relationship with every corporate customer through regular emails,
telephone calling & visits.
• Build & maintain a database of corporate customers
• Enlarge the contact base within the corporate customers to reach out to more departments &
divisions.
• Executing and preparing reports on Corporate Sales Activities assigned under individual
sales representative.
• Establish and maintain effective communication links with other channels and medium to
identify all sales opportunities.
• Maintain awareness of company products and/ of relevant sales techniques to ensure that the
sales role is carried out as effectively as possible.
• Any other duties that may be assigned
Qualification
• A minimum professional diploma in sales and marketing
• Minimum of 1 years experience in selling; SMS banking, EFT solutions, mobile banking,
Biometrics, CMS (card management system)
• Have strong communications skills both oral and written
• Minimum age of 23 years and above
• The targeted clients are; Sacco’s, corporate, non-bank financial institutions and DTMs
• Must be self driven and able to meet deadlines
• High level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and a “can do” attitude
Please send your CV only to recruitment@workforceassociates.net on or before 24th Oct 2011. On the
Subject line write SALES EXECUTIVE POSITION.

PURCHASING AND SUPPLIES OFFICER
Due to fast and sustained growth, our client, a leading ICT firm, requires a suitable candidate to fill in
the above position.

WORKFORCE ASSOCIATES CUSTOMER SERVICE CO-ORDINATOR, MARKETING MANAGER AND OPERATIONS OFFICER JOBS IN KENYA

CUSTOMER SERVICE CO-ORDINATOR
Due to fast and sustained growth, our client, a leading ICT firm, requires a suitable candidate to fill in
the above position.

Key Tasks
• Deal directly with customers either by telephone, electronically or face to face
• Evaluate requests for service or complaints and enter into CRM system.
• Follow up progress on customer inquiries.
• Produce up to date daily reports
• Act as customer advocate and liaise on customer’s behalf with other staff when required.
• Analyze, evaluate and resolve customer enquiries at the first point of contact
• Deal with customer complaints and resolve them with a positive problem-solving attitude.
• Process orders, forms, applications and requests
• Direct requests and unresolved issues to the designated resource
• Interact with Technical Support to assist customers with trouble resolution
• Keep records of customer interactions and transactions
• Communicate and coordinate with internal departments
• Actively look for ways in which the service could be improved
• Respond to input from customers and support team (complaints, praise and concerns) to help
us identify better ways of providing the service
• Identify root causes of issues and put forward proposals to the management team for
improving the system and service to ensure that a longer term solution is provided
• Undertake customer satisfaction research
• Any other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Requirements
• Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or Information Systems preferred
• 2 years in the customer support position.
• Knowledge of relevant computer applications
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Technical background (Telecommunications, IT, Network Solutions)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High levels of professionalism, enthusiasm and a ‘can do’ attitude

SADOLIN PAINTS SALES EXECUTIVE JOB IN KENYA

Our client, Sadolin Paints is one of the leading Paint Brand Manufacturers in East Africa.
Sadolin Kenya wishes to recruit dynamic executives for the following position.

SALES EXECUTIVE
Job Ref. MN 5103
Applicants should be graduates with at least 3 - 5 years selling experience preferably in the building
materials industry or paint industry. They should be computer literate.
Send your application with a detailed CV with a daytime telephone contact and copies of certificates.
Please also summarize yourself as follows:
Job Ref. No.
Your Name
Current/Past Salary: Year 2010 p.m., Year 2011 p.m.
Year 2011 Benefits: If house state market rent, If car state cc.
Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 25th October 2011
Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments.

NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION MARKET AND RISK ANALYST JOBS IN KENYA

Looking for a Career where you can really make a difference?
Our client, National Oil Corporation is a fast growing and dynamic world class petroleum company
serving energy needs for today and tomorrow.
Following the steady continuous growth and expansion they have experienced over the last few
years, they are looking for talented, innovative, energetic and self motivated technology driven
individuals to fill the following positions.

MARKET ANALYST
Job Ref. MN 5104
Job Profile
Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager, the job holder will be responsible for all Retail and
Commercial pricing activities in order to maximize business revenues.
• Analyze Retail/Commercial & Industrial fuel and LPG pricing.
• Lead the business in financial, sales forecasting and planning activities; 3 months rolling
forecasts and 12 months forecasts.
• Management of the strategic and business planning process including communication,
coordination, economic and competitive analysis, data integrity and benchmarking.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and trend analysis on business performance
• Liaise with Supply, Operations departments and Territory Managers in achieving the overall
sales and profit objective of the business.
• Monitor daily fuel pricing activities to ensure the business maximizes revenues.
• Review investment appraisals submitted for consideration and make recommendations.
• Competitive and External Analysis - Scan competitive environment in the country and its
effects to the business to enhance the Corporation’s decision making.
• Sales and Marketing budget preparations.
Person Profile
• First degree in Finance.
• CPA (K) or ACCA is an added advantage.
• Minimum two years experience.
• Microsoft Office with good Ms Excel skills.
• Experience in Oil industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Oracle is an added advantage.

What is in it for you?
Besides a competitive salary package, you will have a comprehensive health care for you and your
family, home mortgage & car loan support, retirement plan, vacation allowance, personal growth
opportunities, personal fitness amongst other benefits.
Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.
Please also summarize yourself as follows:-
Job Ref. No.
Your Name

Current/Past Salary: Year 2010 p.m., Year 2011 p.m.
Year 2011 Benefits: If house, state market rent, if car state cc.
Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 24th October 2011.
Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.
Send to:
Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200, Nairobi.
Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com

RISK ANALYST
Job Ref. MN 5105
Job Profile
Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the job holder will be responsible for managing the
enterprise risk management systems in the corporation.
• Assist the corporation in adopting and taking custody of a formal ERM Framework.
• Analyze and document the Corporation’s enterprise risks, engage the process owners in
committing to solutions to mitigate against the risks and develop a risk matrix complete with
end result and turnaround times.
• Facilitate and guide departments in designing departmental risk management programs
• Monitor, evaluate and consolidate of the Company’s Risk Management return matrices and of
quarterly and annual risk management reports.
• Oversee the application and adherence to risk management framework and report on trends
in the organization’s risk profile.
• Recommend on how the Corporation can leverage on electronic management tools and
techniques to support the risk management process.
• Assist in reviewing and reporting on the corporation’s network of risk management, control,
and governance processes, as designed and represented by management across the
Corporation.
• Identify, develop and maintain systems required to support management in the risk
management process across the Corporation.
• Provide leadership to the risk management committee and/or risk champions.
• Conduct a training needs analysis on risk management and design training programs to fill
the gaps and evaluate the results of the training against identified gaps.
Person Profile
• First degree in Finance/Accounting.
• CPA (K) or ACCA is an added advantage.
• Diploma in Risk Management.
• Minimum 2 -3 years working experience in a commercial environment in a similar position.
• Highly computer literate i.e. must have proficient working skills of MS Office application
packages.
• Experience in Oil industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Oracle is an added advantage.
What is in it for you?
Besides a competitive salary package, you will have a comprehensive health care for you and your
family, home mortgage & car loan support, retirement plan, vacation allowance, personal growth
opportunities, personal fitness amongst other benefits.
Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.
Please also summarize yourself as follows:-
Job Ref. No.
Your Name
Current/Past Salary: Year 2010 p.m., Year 2011 p.m.
Year 2011 Benefits: If house, state market rent, if car state cc.
Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 24th October 2011.
Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.

Send to:
Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200, Nairobi.
Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com


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INVESTMENT MANAGER JOB IN JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN

Norfund and Swedfund have recently established an investment company in Juba South Sudan named Kinyeti Capital Ltd. It is targeting the SME sector in South Sudan and will offer loans, mezzanine financing and equity ranging between US$50K – 1million, to viable and profitable business in private sector; bigger projects may be co-financed with their owners. The company will also offer Technical Assistance to investee companies if and when necessary i.e. training, management support, governance, etc, and will play an active role in following up its investments.
The Investment Manager we seek will report to the CEO of Kinyeti Capital and will play a key role in building the organisation to become a preferred and leading investment company for the SME sector in South Sudan. You will be expected to source, execute analysis, structure, negotiate, manage and exit deals that contribute to the maximisation of returns and secure high developmental impact. In particular, you will have the following responsibilities:

1. Deals origination, management and exit
 Establish deal flow and develop business contacts
Assist in developing appropriate routines and formats
 Manage deal progress from inception to exit, against agreed timelines and in conjunction with the CEO as project manager or as a team member. This will entail:
 Evaluating investment proposals from potential clients for preliminary discussion with CEO to decide whether to take forward to the Investment Committee
 Preparing and presenting papers to the Investment Committee/Board
Analysing companies from a financial, operational, and industry perspective and create valuation models to support transactions, including DCF models and comparables
Executing field work to support the due diligence processes
Managing the commitment and disbursement procedures
Maintaining up to date information in archives and portfolio management systems;
Managing the performance of investments under your responsibility i.e. monitoring investments, including the required reporting (valuations etc.) and recommending any delegated authority during investment life.

WORLD AGROFORESTRY CENTRE GRAPHIC DESIGNER VACANCY IN KENYA

VACANCY: Graphic Designer

About our organization

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

Duties and responsibilities

Provide leadership in all aspects of the design of Centre products and implementation of the corporate image.
Ensure the consistent and high-quality design and production of websites, books, newsletters, posters, brochures, exhibits, CDs, presentation packs, flyers, publicity material and other materials.
Supervise the design and production of all Centre products, in collaboration with the internal editorial team and external service providers to combine cutting-edge design with accurate and timely production.
Working with communications staff and project officers, transform complex information into attractive and appropriate visuals and clear messages.

WORLD AGROFORESTRY CENTRE M & E PROGRAM OFFICER VACANCY IN KENYA

VACANCY: Program Officer for Monitoring and Evaluation- AWARD

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, which also hosts the African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) project of the CGIAR Gender and Diversity Program.

AWARD is a pioneering project to boost the talent pool of African women in the agricultural sciences. AWARD delivers career development fellowships to hundreds of women in agricultural institutions throughout sub-Saharan Africa.  The project covers 11 countries:, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.

About this position

The M&E Program Officer will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation and management of AWARD’s monitoring tools, procedures and surveys to assess the project’s outcomes and impacts as defined in AWARD’s Theory of Change.

Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the AWARD team with the design and implementation of data collection tools and approaches to assess the success of AWARD in meeting key project outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
Collate M&E data from numerous project partners and produce quarterly summary reports.
Assist in annual meetings with project stakeholders throughout Africa to collect and verify data records.