UNOPS NATIONAL OPERATIONS OFFICER JOB IN MOGADISHU, SOMALIA

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world’s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development.

UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe.

In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

Vacancy Details

Vacancy No: MASOM1112_ 230

Post Title: National Operations Officer

Post Level: LICA 5 Equivalent to National officer (NOA)

Org Unit: Mine Action Programme - Somalia

Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia

Duration: 12 Months (Renewable - subject to availability of funds)

Closing Date: 15th February, 2012

Organisational Context

The Mine Action Programme in Somalia had been implemented by UNMAS since 2002. The programme started in Somaliland (1992-1993, 1997-1998 and 1999-present), and Puntland (2003-2005), and has implemented capacity building projects, provided technical assistance for the national Somaliland and Puntland Mine Action centres and the Police Explosive Ordnance disposal teams. Mine Action operations in south central Somalia were launched in 2007 with the primary objective of establishing a national Mine Action Coordination Center to cover the remaining regions of south central Somalia.

NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION OPERATIONS MANAGER JOB IN KENYA

Looking for a Career where you can really make a difference?

Job Ref. MN 5256

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 position of Operations Manager.


Job Profile

Ensure effective management of depot / terminals to ensure that the operations are smooth and that procedures are adhered to for safety, efficiency and security.
Carry out strategic reviews and aligning business plans in order to translate the company strategy into medium and short term implementation plans and objectives.
Responsible for the implementation of departmental objectives / plans through adequate monitoring within agreed budgets and quality of results.

KENYA VETERINARY BOARD CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION JOBS IN KENYA

The Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB) is the statutory Board overseeing the training, registration and licensing of Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Para-professionals and for matters relating to animal health services and animal welfare as mandated by the Veterinary Surgeons & Veterinary Paraprofessional Act 29 of 2011.

The Board is seeking experienced and highly motivated persons to fill the positions below which will be based in Nairobi.

Chief Executive Officer

Reporting to the Board, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide dynamic leadership to the Board and be responsible for the day to day management of the Board.

He/she will oversee the efficient implementation of the Board’s policies, strategies, decisions and activities.

He/she will also double as the Board Secretary and Registrar.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) degree with a post graduate qualification from a recognized institution in Management, Administration and/or Leadership.
Be members of Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA) of good professional standing and registered & retained by the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB).
A Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent degree will be an added advantage.
At least fifteen (15) years continuous work experience of which five (5) years will be in senior management.

UN SACCO CEO, INTERNAL AUDITOR AND SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR JOBS IN KENYA

Our client, the UN Sacco wishes to recruit the following staff urgently.

They will be based in Nairobi.

Chief Executive Officer

Job Ref. MN 5235

Overall leadership and management of the SACCO operations including:

Job Profile

Planning: Overall Sacco Strategy, Strategic Plan and Operational Plan.
Relationship with the Board of Directors: Interpretation and implementation of the decisions of the Board; Communications, Reports by the Managers etc
Profitability and Growth: Income objectives, development of new products and Marketing.

Person Profile

MBA ¡n business administration
CPA (K) or bachelor of commerce degree ¡n accounting or equivalent.
Have satisfactorily served in senior management in a financial institution for a minimum period often (10) years.

Internal Auditor

Job Ref. MN 5236

Reports to Board of Director

Job Profile

VALUER / PROPERTY MANAGER JOB IN KENYAN REAL ESTATE FIRM

A real estate firm wishes to recruit to recruit qualified candidates to fill the position of a Valuer cum Property Manager.


Requirements

B. A Land Economics
Associate / full member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya
Minimum two years’ experience in valuation and management of properties
Sound knowledge in property and project management skills
Driving license and computer skills are essential

ACCOUNTANT JOB IN JUBA SOUTH SUDAN - OIL INDUSTRY

Job Ref: MN 5240

Must be an University graduate CPA (K), ACCA or ACMA backed by least 5 years accounting / finance experience.

Experience in Oil Industry sector or a retail chain handling cash daily will be a plus.

ACCPAC required.

Job holder will give daily profitability reports per oil station.

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone contact.

KENYA ASSOCIATION OF MANUFACTURERS EXECUTIVE OFFICERS - REGULATORY AFFAIRS, RESEARCH, PR, HUMAN RESOURCE - JOBS IN KENYA

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers is seeking to competitively fill the following positions that have arisen within the organisation:-

Executive Officer – Regulatory Affairs

Reporting to the Head of Policy Research & Advocacy, the successful candidate will possess a degree either in all or some of the following disciplines: Economics, Law, and Policy Analysis; have 3-5 years experience, solid knowledge and demonstrated track record in business advocacy with a focus on regulations (Standards, environment, health etc).

S/he should have excellent communication, interpersonal, public speaking and presentation skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Policy Research & Advocacy, the successful candidate will be responsible for:-

Engaging the Central Government, its institutions and Local Authorities on KAM advocacy agenda related to the business regulatory environment issues;
Identifying and keep under constant review regulatory requirements that impact on manufacturing sector
Handling enquiries from member companies on regulatory issues and provision of advice on the same
Representing the Association in fora of interest to members on matters related to regulatory affairs.
Engaging members of KAM through committees and sectors.
Preparing position papers on business regulatory issues of interest to manufacturing.
Timely preparation of regulatory related information to members and all stakeholders.
Coordinating advocacy issues for multi-stakeholder dialogues platforms.

Executive Officer – Research & Business Writing

Reporting to the Head of Policy Research and Advocacy Unit, the successful candidate will conduct research on economic, business and political trends, write and edit technical articles and pieces for public media and a variety of internal KAM publications.

FOOD SAFETY AND HYGIENE AUDITORS JOBS IN KENYA

An International Organisation with offices in most major towns in the country is looking for Food Safety & Hygiene Auditors for its Mombasa & Nairobi offices to fill the positions urgently

Qualifications & Experience:

At least a BSc Degree in Food Technology/Microbiology/Environmental Health or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. MSc qualification will be an added advantage.
Must have successfully completed a recognized HACCP/ISO 22000 or Food Hygiene Training Course with a certificate demonstrating attainment and pass status.
Must have successfully completed an approved auditor training course and passed with a certificate demonstrating attainment or pass status.
Must have attended at least 5 food hygiene audits under the guidance of a fully qualified food safety/hygiene auditor and must be able to demonstrate that they have performed a minimum of 30 man days of food related auditing on site with 2 audits as a team leader.
5 years full time (or part time equivalent) work experience in a technical, professional or management position involving accountability and the exercise of judgment.

CIAT TRAINING AND INFORMATION SPECIALIST JOB IN KENYA

Supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), the International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) is a non-profit organization that conducts socially and environmentally progressive research aimed at reducing hunger and poverty and preserving natural resources in developing countries.

The Tropical Soil Biology and Fertility research area of CIAT (CIATTSBF) operates as an integral part of the CIAT research areas and has its offices located at ICIPE Complex, Kasarani, Nairobi.

The goal of CIAT-TSBF is to contribute to human welfare and environmental conservation in the tropics by developing adoptable and suitable soil management practices that integrate the biological, chemical and socioeconomic processes that regulate soil fertility and optimize the use of organic and inorganic resources.

Position Summary

The Training and Information Specialist will facilitate capacity building in rhizobiology, inoculant manufacture and quality assurance, and legume management for high biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) as required at several levels (international networks, professional societies, NARS, universities, CBO’s, private sector, etc.).

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and reports to the Africa Network (AfNet) Coordinator and through him to the N2Africa Project Leader.

Main Responsibilities

Develop and implement a strategy for communication, networking and knowledge sharing among the several stakeholders and partners in the project.
Develop realistic training action plans, especially training materials to support capacity building activities.
Facilitate short-term, high level technical training for project scientific and technical staff in essential microbiological skills and BNF technologies.
Backstop an elite young cadre of African scientists undertaking advanced training to MSc and PhD level focused on topics filling identified knowledge gaps.
Coordinate and/or conduct training workshops on legume and inoculants technologies for agrodealers and officers of farmer associations and community-based organizations and develop training, educational and extension resource materials to support this task.

CUSTOMER SERVICE, OPERATIONS MANAGER AND SALES SUPPORT JOBS IN KUEHNE NAGEL KENYA

KUEHNE + NAGEL Ltd is one of the world’s leading logistics group with about 61,500 employees stationed at over 900 locations in over 100 countries worldwide and are skilled in all forms of global transport by sea, air, overland and in providing high quality integrated logistics services.

Kuehne + Nagel is headquartered in Schindellegi, Switzerland.

Kuehne + Nagel seeks to recruit qualified candidiates to fill the following positions in our Sales and Seafreight Departments.

Requirements for Customer Service, Airfreight, Nairobi:

Diploma in Sales and Marketing/Public Relations
3 years experience in Customer Service in the Freight and Logistics industry
Excellent communication skills and team player
Analytical skills with ability to pay attention to detail
Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

Duties and Responsibilities

Responding to current and new clients’ queries and planning for Sales Executive’s meeting with clients.
Preparation of periodic sales and customer service reports and submision of the same to the Head of Sales.
In charge of clients documentation including filing and retrieval.
Maintain relevant records and statistics on customer database.
Prepare clearing and forwarding instructions.
Sending airfreight instructions to the relevant Kuehne + Nagel stations.
In liaison with the Manager, Airfreight Imports and Head of sales, prepare rate proposals for both existing and new clients.
Assisting in other areas within the Sales Department.
Ensure all clients compliants and querries are settled and responded promptly and efficiently.

Requirements for Customer Service, Seafreight, Nairobi:

Diploma in Sales and Marketing/Public Relations
3 years experience in Customer Service in the Freight and Logistics industry
Excellent communication skills and team player
Analytical skills with ability to pay attention to detail

RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT JOB IN KENYA

Our client, a Busy Dental clinic in Nairobi is looking for a Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

Only qualified candidates should apply:-

Responsibilities

Manage diaries accurately at all times and welcome patients
Facilitate all the executive and board meetings and document the minutes.
Provide secretarial and administrative support to the office. This involves:

Filing, drafting letters, screening calls
All administrative tasks such as purchasing of office sundries, stationery
Ensuring patients payments are received, receipted and any balance recorded appropriately
Make follow-up on pending payments and appointments

WEST KENYA SUGAR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER AND INSURANCE OFFICER JOBS IN KENYA

West Kenya Sugar Company Limited seeks to fill the following vacancies in its establishment and invites qualified, competent and dedicated applicants to apply:

1. Human Resources Officer

Ref: HRO - 1/2012

Reporting to the Human Resources and Administration Manager, the successful candidate will develop, advise on and implement policies relating to effective use of personnel within the company, ensure that the company enjoys the right balance of staff in terms of skills and experience and that training and development opportunities are available to employees to enhance their performance and achieve the company’s business aims.

The ideal candidate must have a degree (Social Sciences) or a Bachelor of Business Administration (Human Resources Management) degree, a post-graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management and at least six (6) years relevant work experience in a busy manufacturing concern.

In addition, the candidate must be business driven, with strong financial acumen a member of a recognized professional body with demonstrated commitment to consistent implementation of corporate policies and procedures.

2. Insurance Officer

Ref: ILO - 1/2012

Reporting to the Legal Manager, the successful candidate will identify and evaluate risks facing the company to organize the provision of appropriate insurance cover or other appropriate action to protect the company’s assets and operations.

LITIGATION ADVOCATE AND ACCOUNTANT JOBS IN KENYA

A middle-sized law firm seeks to recruit:-

1. A Litigation Advocate

The ideal candidate should:-

Have at least two (2) years post Admission working experience in a busy Law firm.
Have a current Practising Certificate.
Be computer literate.
Be proactive, self motivated and aggressive.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Have the ability to work in a team.
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and have ability to handle pressure.
Have the ability to work with minimum or no supervision.
Be ready to travel out of Nairobi for Assignments.

2. An Accountant cum Human Resource Manager

The ideal candidate should: -

CHEMONICS DIRECTOR / DEPUTY DIRECTOR, FUND / INVESTMENT MANAGER, AGRICULTURE SECTOR ADVISOR, CAPACITY BUILDING COORDINATOR JOBS IN KENYA

Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, is recruiting for an anticipated three to five year USAID-funded project.

The project is expected to accelerate efforts to address poverty and food security needs in Kenya by identifying, testing, cultivating, adapting, and scaling private sector innovations in select agriculture value chains that have the potential to general significant increases in household income and/or nutrition and promote equal opportunities for women, youth, and other vulnerable groups.

Director / Deputy Director

Advanced degree in business, economics, or related field
Experience developing and/or managing large grant programs, ideally in agriculture
Proven ability to structure and broker relationships and deals
Demonstrated success mentoring and building capacity of entrepreneurs and/or small organizations
Knowledge of new applications of technology/service delivery practices in agriculture sector globally
Kenya and/or East Africa experience
USAID experience a plus.

Local Capacity Building Coordinator

Advanced degree in business, economics, agriculture, or related field preferred
Experience designing and implementing capacity building and/or training programs
Knowledge of private sector, agriculture sector, and/or start-ups in Kenya
USAID experience a plus.

UPPER HILL MEDICAL CHIEF PHARMACIST JOB IN NAIROBI

Our specialists provide cost effective health care services in a modern and easy to access location along Ralph Bunche Road in Nairobi.

We are the largest Centre for medical specialists in the Eastern Africa region.

Applications are invited for the position of Chief Pharmacist from suitable candidates with several years of experience in clinical pharmacy and management.

Key responsibilities

Prudent drug acquisition, stocking and dispensing.
Implement policies and procedures for management of drugs.

MP SHAH ICU DOCTOR, MEDICAL OFFICER, PHARMACIST, ORTHOPAEDICS PLASTER TECHNICIAN JOBS IN KENYA

M. P. Shah is looking to recruit qualified Kenyan citizens who are ambitious and career driven persons to fill in the following vacant positions:

1. I. C. U. Doctor

Ref #26

Job Responsibilities

Taking care of critically ill patients admitted in ICU.
To manage and maintain major disasters and offer clinical support during emergencies including resuscitation.
To read, analyze and interpret patient’s reports and discuss the same with consulting doctors.

Job requirements

Must be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board and have a current valid practicing licence.
Practicing Medical Doctor with Post graduate qualifications in Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine and/or Critical care medicine will be an added advantage.
A minimum of 2 years post internship practice working experience in Intensive Care Unit of a recognized hospital is essential.

2. Medical Officer - Casualty

Ref #27

Job Responsibilities

Assessing and managing patients in Casualty.
Dealing with Medical Surgical, Gynaecological and Paediatric Emergencies
He/She should be conversant with Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Job Requirements

Must have a degree in MBChB.
ATLS & ACLS training is mandatory requirement.
Must be registered with the Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board and have a current valid practicing licence.

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT AND ICT OFFICER JOBS IN LAIKIPIA KENYA

A leading wildlife management and conservation organization situated in the remote parts of Laikipia county in Kenya is seeking the following high caliber, self - motivated and dedicated personnel to support the organization towards the development and implementation of its policies and strategies necessary to the attainment of its goals and objectives.

These positions are resident out of town and applicant must be willing to work in a rural environment.

Project Accountant

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO), the Project Accountant will primarily be responsible for the company’s project accounting on it real estate development program and assist the Company in reporting on its donor funds, third party funds and ensuring all funds on projects are tracked and accounted for in accordance with the underlying agreements and company policies.

Duties and responsibilities

Assisting to set up systems to manage financial transactions including grant administration and reporting,
Generating accurate, reliable periodic and ad-hoc financial reports within the agreed timelines.
Assisting the CFO to generate realistic fundraising targets as part of the budgeting process and overseeing the implementation of that budget

MATHIRA WATER COMPANY COMMERCIAL MANAGER, TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER, AND OTHER VACANCIES IN KENYA

Board of Directors for Mathira Water and Sanitation Company are seeking to recruit suitably qualified Kenya Citizens to fill the following vacant Posts.

Mathira Water and Sanitation Company is a Water Service Provider contracted by Tana Water Services Board to provide water and sanitation services under its licence in Mathira East and Mathira West Districts under the Water Act 2002.

To strengthen our team of staff and leadership, we urgently invite applications from highly competent, proactive and self driven individuals to fill the following position within the company.

Commercial Manager

1 Post

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Managing Director
To ensure prudent management of financial resources and continuous improvement of Administration and accounting systems in the company
Planning, coordinating, implementing and controlling financial resources and accounting procedures
Attending to queries raised in the audit reports
Preparing timely and accurate reports and distributing to appropriate users
Managing all the affairs relating to the company’s human resources including recruitment, training and development
Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Knowledge and Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting) and CPA (K) and at least 3 years relevant experience
The candidate should be people oriented and have a demonstrated leadership qualities with high need for achievement.

Technical Services Manager

1 Post

Key Responsibilities

E READER PROJECT MANAGER REQUIRED IN MUHORONI, NYANDO DISTRICT

E-Reader Programme in Nyando District

Project Manager Required

A soon to be established E-Reader programme in Muhoroni, Nyando district is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the project.

This role interfaces with the schools and libraries in the district, the Partner organization, and Worldreader International.

The Project Manager will have three primary areas of responsibility:

Policy formulation and administration

Work with local schools, library and sponsors to set targets and policy for E-Reader use
Create programming using E-Readers

NASCOP HIV PREVENTION TECHNICAL OFFICERS JOBS IN KENYA

Job Title: HIV Prevention Technical Officers

3 Positions

Reporting to: Head Prevention Section

NASCOP MOH is working towards identifying evidence-informed behavioral interventions (EBIs), to promote implementation and scale up of the same.

In view of this, NASCOP would like to recruit and engage a core team of three (3) HIV Prevention Technical Officers.

The positions will be supported by the U.S. Presidential Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) The HIV Prevention Technical officers will be based at the NASCOP Offices. This is a 2-year annually renewable contract

Roles & Responsibilities

Under the leadership and guidance of NASCOP and the EBI Technical Working Group the Team will:

OFFICE MANAGER JOB IN KENYAN NGO

We are an international NGO implementing a multi-year program in Turkana County.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as Office Manager.

The Office Manager is overall in-charge of administration, including procurement, logistics, fleet management, security and HR administration.

Job Requirements

Degree in Business administration or related field
Five years experience in administration, preferably in an international non-governmental organization

CIAT FIELD ASSISTANT JOB VACANCY IN KENYA

Supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), the International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) is a non-profit organization that conducts socially and environmentally progressive research aimed at reducing hunger and poverty and preserving natural resources in developing countries.

The Tropical Soil Biology and Fertility research area of CIAT (CIAT-TSBF) operates as an integral part of the CIAT research areas and has its offices located at ICIPE Complex, Kasarani, Nairobi.

The goal of CIAT-TSBF is to contribute to human welfare and environmental conservation in the tropics by developing adoptable and suitable soil management practices that integrate the biological, chemical and socioeconomic processes that regulate soil fertility and optimize the use of organic and inorganic resources.

Position Summary

The Field Assistant has the overall responsibility for collecting data on soils, managing field trials on the on-going research within the N2Africa project of CIAT-TSBF.

The Field Assistant will works very closely with project scientists, students and collaborators in managing the field trials and reporting results.

The position is based in Maseno, Kenya and reports to the N2Africa Research Technician.

ADRA WATER OFFICER / TECHNICIAN JOB IN MWINGI

The Adventist Development & Relief Agency (ADRA) Kenya is a faith-based International Non-Governmental Organization with a presence in more than 120 Countries Worldwide.

ADRA is looking for suitable qualified individual to fill the position of Water Officer / Technician in it’s Mwingi Emergency Project.

The successful candidate will be based in Mwingi and will be reporting to the Project Manager.

Contract Period: Seven (7) months

Job Summary: To manage/supervise Watsan activities ensuring good quality work in line with recognized standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Construction supervision and Monitoring
Contract Tendering and management