INFORMATION OFFICER, UNOCHA, JOB VACANCY IN KENYA

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Given the current crisis in Somalia, OCHA has to scale up support immediately to support the Humanitarian Coordinator in mobilization and coordination of an effective and principled humanitarian response. OCHA is particularly concerned about vulnerable communities and those at risk due to current drought and conflict. Under the leadership of the UN Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator for Somalia, OCHA maintains an office in Nairobi and a field presence inside Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions: Maintain constructive media relations through engagement with international and Somali media: Maintain relations with media counterparts and support the office in all public information activities Organize and support local and international media trips and briefings. Serve as focal point for organizing all special events, including the CAP Monitor and support capacity building activities to help the local media better report on UN work Produce, or encourage journalists to cover, human interest stories on and liasie with headquarters to diseminate them via OCHA website and other social media tools  Support the management of social media tools Conduct daily media monitoring of international news sources to supplement other UN offices’ monitoring, ensuring senior management are apprised of humanitarian issues in the international media  Produce and support production of information: Coordinate inputs from the nine liaison areas for the production of the weekly and monthly situation reports. Draft the situation report as needed. Research/analyze data required in the press releases, special reports and briefing papers, including reports on media coverage and political, security and socio-economic factors affecting humanitarian and development programmes in Somalia. Actively contribute to the development and regular update of coordination and information tools, including OCHA Somalia Website, Information Fact Sheets, and OCHA photo database. Ensure preparation of internal weekly reports to OCHA HQ on the humanitarian situation in Somalia by compiling inputs from substantive sections and drafting the report. Collaborate closely with OCHA field offices and information counterparts in other UN agencies and NGOs to ensure accurate and effective information dissemination on humanitarian issues in Somalia. Contribute to OCHA Headquarters and Regional Annual Reports, Budget Planning and the Regional Affected Populations Report. Support information management activities: Collect and catalogue relevant information on Somalia on a weekly/monthly basis to be used in information products. Monitor progress of, obtain all major publications dealing with Somalia, and ensure their distribution and filing within the unit/office. Maintain and update photographs to be used in information products and other OCHA functions. Facilitate substantive development of briefing material as well as preparation of power point presentations. Coordinate the UNCT information group and the joint UN/NGO information group Participate in the monthly information officer’s group meetings, contribute to the group’s activities, and brief the Head of Communication and Senior Management as necessary Participate in planning and organising public information group meetings Represent OCHA at meetings as requested. Perform other tasks as required.

OFFICER, COMPLIANCE AND LEGAL JOB AT THE NSE KENYA

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) plays a key role in the economy by raising capital for businesses, mobilizing savings for investment, redistributing wealth, improving corporate governance and creating investment opportunities for small investors. In line with its mission of providing a world class trading facility for wealth creation, the Exchange is seeking to recruit qualified, dynamic, self-motivated and results-oriented individuals to fill the following positions

Officer, Compliance & Legal
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Reviewing and preparing all contracts relating to and involving the NSE;
2. Maintaining the database for contracts and NSE Rules;
3. Assisting in provision of legal support to NSE’s departments;
4. Assisting in research and development of NSE Rules relating to new products and changes to existing products;
5. Assisting in legal research and provision of legal advice relating to new or proposed capital markets laws and regulations;
6. Review of listing applications;
7. Assisting in company secretarial functions;
8. Assisting in reviewing and maintaining information related to listed companies and Trading Participants;

Qualifications and Skills:
i) Bachelor’s degree in Law. Qualifications in a business related field will be an added advantage;
ii) Minimum of two (2) years working experience. Experience in the capital markets will be an added advantage;
iii) Very good report writing skills coupled with sound IT proficiency;
iv) Excellent interpersonal skills;
v) Good research and analytical skills;
vi) Possess a high level of integrity; and

OFFICER, COMMUNICATIONS JOB VACANCY AT THE NSE KENYA

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) plays a key role in the economy by raising capital for businesses, mobilizing savings for investment, redistributing wealth, improving corporate governance and creating investment opportunities for small investors. In line with its mission of providing a world class trading facility for wealth creation, the Exchange is seeking to recruit qualified, dynamic, self-motivated and A results-oriented individual to fill the following position:

OFFICER, COMMUNICATIONS
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Responding to written and telephone enquiries from investors, listed companies and the general public;
2. Provision of investment and related information as well as assistance to clients in person and/ or via telephone, fax and mail;
3. Implementation of systems and procedures to enhance a positive corporate image aimed at promoting the activities of NSE;
4. Facilitating production and distribution of NSE corporate publications;
5. Organizing venues, equipment and services for NSE functions and events;
6. Maintaining close contact with the media including updating the media database, media library and carrying out the media monitoring function;
7. Maintaining and updating of client databases;
8. Selling advertising space on the NSE website and magazine;
9. Administering and updating the NSE website on a continuous basis;
10. Production of the NSE e-newsletter; and
11. Administering the Complaints Handling Unit.

Qualifications and Skills:
i) Bachelors degree in communication, journalism or related fields from a reputable university;
ii) Minimum two (2) years relevant experience;
iii) Established contacts in the print and electronic media;
iv) Excellent communication skills;
v) Good attention to detail;
vi) Willingness to work extra hours and under pressure;

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OFFICER JOB IN KENYA - NCCK

JOB OPPORTUNITY
The National Council of Churches of Kenya, an umbrella organization for Protestant Churches
and Christian Organizations registered in Kenya wishes to recruit a qualified person to fill the
following vacant position:

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OFFICER, HEAD OFFICE, NAIROBI.
Reporting to the Finance and Administration Director, this position is responsible for the
development and maintenance of NCCK properties Countrywide to maximize their profitability.

Minimum Qualifications:
Higher Diploma in Building/Civil /Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

A relevant Degree will be an added advantage.

Project and Property Management skills

High computer Literacy

3 years experience in Construction and Property Maintenance

NCCK FIELD OFFICER JOB IN KENYA - GARISSA COUNTY

FIELD OFFICER, REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH, DADAAB REFUGEE CAMP– GARISSA
COUNTY (REF: FORH - DRC)
Reporting to the Sector Head, Reproductive Health, this position is responsible for facilitating

the implementation of Reproductive Health activities for the various community groups in the

Camp. This is a residential non accompanied posting.
 
Minimum Qualifications:
Degree in Nursing, Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing with

HIV and AIDS or PMTCT or VCT counseling skills

High computer literacy

2 years relevant experience in refugee operations

Other Competencies

Good interpersonal and communication skills

SALES EXECUTIVE POSITION IN KENYA - VELOCITY PROJECT MANAGEMENT

POSITION OF SALES EXECUTIVE
Velocity Project Management is based in Westlands-Nairobi and is registered to provide Tutorial services and Training courses for practitioners in Projects Management. Our Vision is to be the leading Institution for projects management in East and Central Africa.
Our Mission is to provide quality Tutorial services and Training courses for practitioners in project management, together with managing consulting services.

We are looking for a Sales Executive to augment our Sales and Marketing activities. Being our first year of operation, it will be critical that the successful candidate have the necessary experience and be self-driven to meet the challenging targets and demands that come with this role. The
growth opportunities are enormous for the successful candidate in the dimensions of Professional responsibility and Financial takings.

We propose a retainer fee of kshs 20,000/-p.m with Sales Commissions pegged on the Sales realized from our range of Training Courses.


JOB OBJECTIVES:
The role of the Business Development Executive is to facilitate client development through sales & marketing and client services programs through marketing, public relations and communications strategies, so as to enhance and expand Velocity Project Management’s income and public
profile.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement, and facilitate annual Sales & Marketing plan based on objectives  derived from the Velocity Project Management  Strategic and Business Plans.
Develop Business Case write-ups and proposals for new business
Updating and Implementing prospecting and client contact systems.
Engaging corporate communications activities