Monday, September 29, 2014

Sales and Training Representative Job in North Eastern

Topgrades Education: North Eastern Region Sales and Training Representative
 
Location: Garissa Town
 
The organization: Topgrades Education provides ICT integration in education solutions to primary and secondary schools through its Brilliance Learning System (BLS), and ICT integration in teaching secondary science products.
 
The purpose of this job is to lead and coordinate the marketing, sales and training activities for topgrades education products for secondary and primary schools, set-up computer labs in schools, train teachers and students, maintenance of the computer labs, and manage the payments from the schools.
 
We are seeking Regional Sales and Training Representative for the North Eastern region to be based in Garissa town, and coordinate topgrades marketing initiatives in the region. 

You will be responsible for a number Counties within the region. This position reports to the Team Leader for Marketing, and training.

Key Responsibilities

 
Marketing Management
  • Works with Team Leader marketing and training to develop marketing plan,
  • Prepares marketing work plans , budgets, and sets targets,
  • Markets ICT integration in education solutions / products to secondary & primary schools
  • Makes follow-ups to schools,

Communications Specialist - Program Support Services Project - Job in Kenya

Communications Specialist, Program Support Services Project, Kenya

Company Profile: MSI is a Washington, DC metro area international development firm with a 30-year history of helping to deliver development results across the developing world. 

In 2008, we became the America’s operation of the international development arm of Coffey International Limited.

Since that time, we have greatly expanded our ability to respond seamlessly and flexibly to client needs with our sister offices in the UK and Australia. 

We operate in some of the most challenging and political and economic climates in the world, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, South Sudan and Iraq. 

MSI currently employs 800 development experts in the fields of public sector management, monitoring and evaluation, governance and anti-corruption.  



For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com. 


Project Summary: The Kenya Support Project’s overall objectives are geared to support and strengthen the current USAID/Kenya strategy in meeting day to day information needs in order to make informed program management decisions, as well as to provide substantive support with qualitative, quantitative, and analytical information to assist in continually assessing and evaluating the Mission’s development hypothesis. 

**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**

Position Summary: MSI, in close coordination with USAID, shall be responsible for producing communications products and publications focused on USAID’s strategy. 

These will include: assisting USAID to liaise with implementing partners, county government information officers and media through various means; repackaging already approved content into formal and social media formats; and developing some original content to be officially cleared by USAID and distributed. 

Head of Commercial Sales - Insurance- Job

Our client in the Insurance Brokerage Industry is in need of Head of Commercial Sales - Insurance

Reporting To: GM-Finance & Operations
 
Overall Job Purpose: The candidate will oversee the Head of Retail and Channels, the Head of Corporate and the Head of Health Business. 

This position in a normal organization would be MD or Commercial Director.

The candidate should have high network connection, good at managing the overall business, coming up with commercial strategies and managing the heads of the various functions.

It will be important for the candidate to have a good knowledge of insurance or financial services and should have handled all the functions of - Retail, Channels and Corporate in a previous sales role.

The main deliverable will include growing the business and the people.
 
The position leads and manages the operational functioning of the corporate department. 

They should be able to manage 

1) Corporate Sales 

2) Retail Sales 

3) Channel Sales and focus on the Health Business
 
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Achieve set targets in alignment to the business strategy.
  • Business Development
  • Generate new business and maintain existing portfolio, new business to include: SME’s, Retail/Channel, the Mining Industry and the Government.
  • Manage and lead the corporate division team and develop and implement a commission structure
  • Manage corporate division agents
  • Manage relations with clients and service providers
  • Set targets in alignment to the Channel strategy and also manage P&L
  • Channel operations management
  1. Manage payment and collection of premiums
  2. Manage administration of channels claims.
  • Account Management
  • Developing & supporting partners
Key Performance Indicators
  • Increase in customer base
  • Meeting or exceeding set targets.

Technician – Heavy Commercial Vehicles & Passenger Cars job

Summary: Our client is one of the leading motor distribution companies with presence countrywide and prides themselves in excellent customer service and customer delight.

Our client is seeking to strengthen their team further by recruiting professionals in various fields to join our diverse team of employees dedicated to our mission and to share in our legacy.

If you are dedicated and ready to work for an organization that cares about the customer, we welcome your application.

Technician – Heavy Commercial Vehicles & Passenger Cars

Qualifications

  • Minimum KCSE grade C or its equivalent
  • Final proficiency in motor vehicle mechanics or equivalent or a diploma in automotive engineering from a recognized institution
  • Minimum 2 years experience as a Technician in a reputable company
  • Maximum age 40 years
  • Must be computer literate
  • Must be willing to work extra hours when need arises to meet deadlines
  • Holder of a clean and valid driving licence

How to Apply: 

Senior Sales and Marketing Manager Job

Our client is dedicated to promoting private sector entrepreneurship and building economically sound enterprises in the developing world. 

We invest in projects within East Africa across a wide range of sectors, including: Food and Agro Processing, Printing and Packaging, Textiles, Leather processing, Pharmaceuticals, Power and Telecommunications.

Our company is currently Kenya’s largest vegetable processor which is fully integrated from raw material to finished product, working with several thousand small scale farmers, exporting premium, niche horticultural products destined for international markets. 

We produce all year round, conform to internationally recognized food and safety standards; assuring customers of quality, traceability, reliability and service.  



The Company is now desirous to add to the team, an individual who is outgoing, zealous and result oriented, who will thrive at exploring business opportunities and opening up different international markets. 


Senior Sales and Marketing Manager

Under the overall supervision of the General Manager, the Sales and Marketing Manager will be responsible for growing the sales of the company by increasing our market share in our product segments; identifying new market opportunities in international markets and servicing existing customers.

Warehouse Supervisor Job

Summary: Our client is one of the leading motor distribution companies with presence countrywide and prides themselves in excellent customer service and customer delight. 

Our client is seeking to strengthen their team further by recruiting professionals in various fields to join our diverse team of employees dedicated to our mission and to share in our legacy. 

If you are dedicated and ready to work for an organization that cares about the customer, we welcome your application.

Warehouse Supervisor

The candidate will report to the Parts Warehouse & Administration Manager and will be in charge of supervision and managing Nairobi Parts warehouse.



Requirements


Minimum qualifications and experience:-

  • A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent with at least three years proven experience in warehouse management from a recognized institution 
  • Must be honest and have an eye for detail
  • Must be smart, well-spoken and highly organised
  • The individual should have the ability to prioritise work with confidence, and to identify and apply new systems where needed 

Senior Accountant Vacancy in Juba

Vacancy: Senior Accountant - South Sudan

Our client who is one of the leading companies in Juba that deals with IT infrastructure & consumables as well as internet service provider. 

The company is currently scaling up its operations and is looking to recruit a Chief Accountant; this position will be based in Juba, and will be in charge of managing all aspects of the company’s finances. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Management of accounts receivable & all company expenses 
  • Providing regular reports all financial aspects of the business including Profit & Loss, Cash Flow, Balance sheet, Accounts receivable among others
  • Tax planning for the organization including submission of  statutory deductions
  • In-depth financial analysis of specific business units
  • Drive cost-minimization across all aspects of operations through appropriate financial structures and recommendations

Qualification and Background

  • 6 years accounting experience and 2 years in a similar role
  • Significant experience in setting up of controlling and accounting structures
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Highly organized and structured person

British Curriculum Secondary School Teachers Jobs in Mombasa

A well-established British Curriculum School, in Mombasa, is inviting applications from qualified, motivated and enthusiastic secondary school teachers to teach up to A level in the following subjects:
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • English Language
  • IT 
  • Mathematics
  • Psychology
  • Art 
  • Drama
Applicants must have a B. Ed degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience.

Sales Marketing Executive Job

We are a Leading top 100 medium sized firm in Kenya dealing with Sale of Fleet Management and Logistical Services.

A Sales Marketing Executive vacancy exists.

Job Duties
  • To develop new business relationships, generate and negotiate new business to an agreed monthly target
  • To represent to potential clients through direct communication, in face to face meetings, telephone calls, emails and presentations.
  • To actively and successfully manage the sales generation process: lead generation; credentials pitch; asking questions; solution pitch; negotiation; close; handover to the account management team
  • To create and account for all client proposals, contracts and any further documentation, following company’s procedure and in consultation with the Principal.
  • Respond to client inquiries and requests for information in a timely manner
  • Motivation and acute attention to detail in ensuring all sales opportunities are captured and explored.
  • Timely submission of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
Required Qualifications
  • Diploma or Degree in Sales and Marketing
  • Diploma or Degree in I.T/Engineering with sales background
  • At least 3 years experience in Sales &marketing

Direct Sales Manager - Insurance - Vacancy

Our client in the Insurance Brokerage Industry is in need of a Direct Sales Manager.
 
This position is in charge of the setting and achievement of sales and revenue targets for the Insurance Brokerage firm. 

We would also consider someone who has been a team leader in an insurance company. 

They will manage at least 10 sales people under them with pressure to deliver high retail volumes. 

People who have managed Direct Sales Representatives either in a bank or in insurance can also be considered. 

High energy and high strategic and innovative thinking is highly required.
 

The suitable candidate should have managed direct sales in a financial service setting – and would prefer a candidate from the Insurance and or banking service.

 The candidate deliverables will include managing a team of Direct sales representative to activate and bring in retail sales which include both individuals and small businesses that could benefit from our clients banking services. 

The candidate must be aggressive, have high energy and have a good knowledge of performance management tools to manage the DSR's under him/her. 

They will be required to grow with their team transaction volumes in each of the outlets in Nairobi and the outskirts. 

The Direct Sales manager position can grow into a Head of Retail position and will report to the Head of Retail 

Responsibilities include: 
  • Drive direct sales and revenues 
  • Develop the Direct Marketing Strategies 
  • Develop a direct customer database 

Direct Sales Manager - Financial Service- Vacancy

Our client, a Business Strategy Consultancy is in need of a Direct Sales Manager for its Universal Financial Service Agent Brand
 
Direct Sales Manager
 
The suitable candidate should have managed direct sales in a financial service setting – and would prefer a candidate from the Insurance and or banking service. 

The candidate deliverables will include managing a team of Direct sales representative to activate and bring in retail sales which include both individuals and small businesses that could benefit from our clients banking services. 

The candidate must be aggressive, have high energy and have a good knowledge of performance management tools to manage the DSR's under him/her. 

They will be required to grow with their team transaction volumes in each of the outlets in Nairobi and the outskirts. 

The Direct Sales manager position can grow into a Head of Retail position and will report to the Head of Retail 

Responsibilities include: 
  • Drive direct sales and revenues 
  • Develop the Direct Marketing Strategies 
  • Develop a direct customer database 

Miss Tourism Tana River County 2014 Event Organiser

Republic of Kenya
 
County Government of Tana River
 
Expression of Interest
 
Miss Tourism Tana River County 2014 Call For Event Organisers
 
The County Government of Tana River is seeking for a reputable service provider who will be co-opted in the planning secretariat of Miss Tourism to:
  • Guide the planning committee on a realistic budget from Planning to Execution Level
  • Develop entire program for the County from Ward level, Sub — County to County level to ensure County Finals are held within assigned deadline at Contract Signing
  • Design & Print Event Collateral including Contestant Registration Forms
  • Select appropriate venues for the program of events & work with Committee to manage Hospitality
  • Arrange for Travel & Accommodation for County Finals Contestants & Judges as needed
  • World Class Set Design as per “Destination Tana” standards at County Finals
  • Ensure sufficient Technical Support for all events, decorations and lighting of venues.
  • Manage Event Programme & Provide Emcees & Entertainment at County Final events
  • Work with Planning Secretariat to identify suitable Chaperones for Contestants at Finals
  • Etiquette and Grooming training for Contestants
  • Costume & Grooming Services for Contestants
The service provider is expected to have vast hands-on experience of not less than TWO years in
modeling or beauty pageants field.

Preliminary Evaluation Criteria
  1. Submit a company expression of interest

KCEP M&E/KM Officers Jobs in Nakuru and Siakago

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: M&E/KM Officers (MKM) - Nakuru or Siakago Town 

Ref. MKM12N or MKM12S

Reporting to the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, there will be one MKM each in Nakuru and Siakago Town, focussing on the Maize and Sorghum/Millet value chain respectively.

Responsibilities
  • Developing and running an M&E system and associated Management Information System for managing data and information for overall monitoring, and for the collection and analysis of data on programme achievements and impact, based on a set of gender disaggregated indicators in line with the programme logical framework and stakeholders’ information needs;
  • Organization and supervision of focused baseline surveys at the beginning of the programme;
  • Coordinating the preparation and monitoring the implementation of the AWPB;
  • Ensuring that all participating institutions keep records on their activities and feed this information into the Programme Learning System;

KCEP Procurement Officer Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Procurement Officer (PRO) - Nairobi 

Ref. PRO08
 

Responsibilities
 
Reporting to the FAM, the PRO will be responsible for:
  • Coordination of procurement of programme works, goods and services at the central level and assist/supervise decentralised procurement as appropriate;
  • Ensuring proper use and conservation of programme assets;
  • Preparation of annual programme procurement plans in collaboration with other members of the PCU and implementing partners, and submitting same for approval by the PSC and IFAD along with the AWPB;
  • Ensuring the preparation and advertisement of TORs and tender and contract documents for specific procurements according to GOK and Donor-funded procedures;
  • Participation in relevant tender committee meetings at the Lead Agency and assisting with the preparation of committee reports;
  • Review and advise on tender evaluation reports prepared by the Counties and other implementing agencies and making necessary follow-up;
  • Maintaining high quality procurement files and contract registers for review by supervision missions and auditors;

KCEP Senior Accountant Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Senior Accountant (SAC) - Nairobi 

Ref. SAC07
 

Responsibilities
 
Reporting to the FMA, the SAC will be responsible for:
  • Preparation of programme accounts;
  • Preparation and submission of periodical financial reports;

KCEP Agribusiness Officers Jobs in Nakuru and Siakago

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Agribusiness Officers (ABO) - Nakuru and Siakago Town 

Ref. ABO10N or ABO10S
 

Reporting to the Value Chain Specialist (VCS), there will be one ABO each in Nakuru and Siakago Town, focussing on the Maize and Sorghum/Millet value chain respectively.
 
Responsibilities
  • Guide service providers on the identification, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of value chain support activities, including the promotion of entrepreneurial skills in farmers’ organisations;
  • Facilitate linkages and contracts between business model stakeholders including distributors, local promoters and farmers;

KCEP Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (PME) - Nairobi 

Ref. PME09

Responsibilities
 
Reporting to the KMO, the PME is responsible for:
  • Developing and running an M&E system and associated Management Information System for managing data and information for overall monitoring, and for the collection and analysis of data on programme achievements and impact, based on a set of gender disaggregated indicators in line with the programme logical framework and stakeholders’ information needs;
  • Organization and supervision of focused baseline surveys at the beginning of the programme;
  • Coordinating the preparation and monitoring the implementation of the AWPB;
  • Ensuring that all participating institutions keep records on their activities and feed this information into the Programme Learning System;

KCEP Financial Services Specialist Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Financial Services Specialist (FSS) - Nairobi 

Ref: FSS06
 

Reporting to the PC, the FSS will in collaboration with the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovations and Technologies (PROFIT), coordinate the implementation of Component 3 (Financial Inclusion).

Responsibilities
  • Liaise with the Value Chain Development Specialist and the Agri-business Officers of the two sub-units to ensure adequate synergies between Components 2 (Post Harvest Management) and 3 (Financial Inclusion);
  • Monitor the performance of the partners and service providers intervening in the implementation of the Component;

KCEP Accountants Jobs

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Accountants (ACC) - Nakuru or Siakago Town

Ref. ACC13N or ACC13S
 

Reporting to the SAC, there will be one ACC each in Nakuru and Siakago Town.
 
Responsibilities
  • Preparation of programme accounts;
  • Preparation and submission of periodical financial reports;

KCEP Civil Engineer Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Civil Engineer (CVE) - Nairobi 

Ref. CVE05

Reporting to the PC, the CVE will oversee the implementation of the civil works related the construction and refurbishment of warehouses and road spot improvements.
 
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the preparation of tender documents for the studies, supervision and construction/refurbishment of warehouses and road spot improvements;
  • Review and develop specific project guidelines for county staff on warehousing and spot road repair (in association with KERRA)
  • Supervise civil works activities under the programme and report on progress to the PC;
  • Contribute to the preparation of the AWPB and progress reports;
  • Undertake any other duty assigned by the PC.

KCEP Knowledge Management and Communication Officer Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Knowledge Management and Communication Officer (KMO) - Nairobi
 
Ref KMO04
 

Reporting to the PC and working very closely with the VCS and the M&E Officer, the KMO will coordinate the establishment and operation of an integrated Programme Learning and Communication and Strategy System. 

The system will link five functions: learning and adaptation for continuous improvement of performance; learning-oriented M&E; internal (PCU) and external (stakeholders) communication; innovation and experimentation; and information management.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee the development and implementation of the KCEP Programme Learning and Communication System and Strategy;
  • Develop and implement processes and guidelines for systematic capture of knowledge, good practices and innovation, and the sharing and use of same to improve programme implementation, including in the development of the AWPB;
  • Support advocacy efforts through providing evidence of programme impact gathered through the M&E system;

KCEP Value Chain Development Specialist Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Value Chain Development Specialist (VCS) - Nairobi 

Ref. VCS03

Reporting to the PC, the VCS shall coordinate the KCEP activities for value chain support.

Responsibilities
  • Guide service providers on the identification, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of value chain support activities, including the promotion of entrepreneurial skills in farmers’ organisations;
  • Facilitate linkages and contracts between business model stakeholders including distributors, local promoters and farmers;
  • Ensure adequate synergies between Components 2 and 3 of the programme, in collaboration with the Financial Services Expert;

KCEP Financial and Administrative Manager Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Financial and Administrative Manager (FAM) - Nairobi 

Ref. FAM02)
 

Reporting to the Programme Coordinator, the FAM shall lead the coordination of the overall financial and administrative functions of KCEP.
 
Responsibilities
  • Develop and put into operation the programme financial and procurement system;
  • Manage programme funds effectively and efficiently , ensuring that programme accounts, disbursements and replenishment procedures are executed in accordance with the provisions of the Financing Agreement and the relevant financial guidelines of Government of Kenya (GOK) and/or one of the multilateral development partner;
  • Ensure that all procurement of goods and services are in compliance with the provisions of the Financing Agreement;

KCEP Programme Coordinator Job in Nairobi

The Kenya Cereal Enhancement Programme (KCEP) will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (MoALF) with funding by the European Union (EU) and supervision by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). 

The Programme which shall cover 8 counties has the objectives of contributing to national food security by increasing the production of the targeted cereal staples (Maize, Sorghum and Millet and pulses), increasing incomes of the smallholders in the production areas, and supporting smallholder farmers in graduating from subsistence to commercial agriculture. 

The programme will run for a period of seven (7) years. The Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) for KCEP located in Nairobi shall be responsible for the overall coordination and management of the programme. 

In addition, the programme will have two sub-units of the PCU, one in Nakuru and the other in Siakago Town (Embu County).

Re-Advertisement: Programme Coordinator (PC) - Nairobi

Ref. PC01
 

Reporting to the Principal Secretary (PS), State Department of Agriculture, MoALF, the PC will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of KCEP activities.

These include the provision of strategic guidance on day-to-day implementation of KCEP activities, Secretary to the Programme Steering Committee (PSC), which is chaired by the PS, State Department of Agriculture.
 
Responsibilities
  • Provide effective leadership to the PCU
  • Be responsible for the overall management of the programme and of the PCU staff
  • Lead in the preparation of the annual work plan and budget (AWPB) and associated Procurement Plan;
  • Ensure the effective utilization of programme funds and other resources according to the AWPB and Procurement Plan through supervision and monitoring;
  • Ensure that progress, audit and other reports are produced and submitted to the appropriate parties on a timely basis;

Friday, September 26, 2014

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Supply Chain Administrator

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. 

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Somalia Delegation in Nairobi implements the institution’s humanitarian activities in Somalia.

Supply Chain Administrator

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Logistics Co-ordinator. 

He/She will handle the Supply Chain Management for the ICRC respecting all given procedures. 

He/She will be responsible for the management of stocks, as well as compiling statistical data/reports of the unit for the Headquarter.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Act as a focal point and process all Requisition Orders for the Somalia Delegation.
  • Liaise with the “Shipping Officer” and Somalia warehousing functions of logistics, to ensure the smooth functioning of the supply chain process.
  • Establish, maintain and close the documentation process for tracking and monitoring for each Requisition Order.

The Institute of Economic Affairs Communication Officer Vacancy

The Institute of Economic Affairs is a think tank specializing in the promotion of public participation in public policy development through research and informed public debates. 

It seeks to fill the position of a Communication Officer.

The main tasks of the Communication Officer will include:
  • Undertake public relations for the institute, including developing communication messages to ensure visibility of the Institute, drafting press releases and responding to media queries;
  • Consolidate and coordinate programme reporting (Quarterly reports and annual reports);
  • Oversee the maintenance of the Institute’s website and digital communication tools;
  • Design and execute creative use of digital communications tools to reach diverse policy audiences;
  • Liaison, recruitment and servicing for the membership of IEA-Kenya;
  • Coordinate the preparation, editing, publication and dissemination of the IEA Policy Journal and other publications;
  • Knowledge management supervising day-to-day running of the IEA-Kenya’s resource center
  • Liaison with other research institutions to secure publications
Qualifications
  • Education- a Bachelor’s degree in a social science or pertinent discipline

Site Engineer Job

A construction company based in western Kenya with projects all over Kenya is seeking to recruit a suitable candidate to the position of Site Engineer.
 
Main Responsibilities
 
Plan, organise, and manage a road construction project.
 
Prepare daily and periodic progress reports, site reports, designs, and drawings.
 
Ensure efficient and effective use of all resources availed.
 
Establish, implement, and monitor safe working practices and procedures.
 
Carry out Work measurements and Keep all site records

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
 

The ideal candidate should have;
 
A degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University
 
3 Years relevant working experience.

Cummins Cogeneration (Kenya) Ltd Jobs

Cummins Cogeneration (Kenya) Ltd is recruiting competent and experienced individuals for their first biomass based power generation site in Marigat, Baringo County.

The candidates applying for the open positions must have a proven track record, computer proficiency, strong communication skills (oral and written), ability to work in a team and organizational skills.

1. Assistant Biomass Manager
 
Job Specification:
  • Ability to manage and lead 50+ employees
  • Minimum Diploma in Procurement and Logistics, Agriculture, Forestry or related field
  • A minimum of 2+ years’ experience as assistant or in a managerial role
  • Individuals with prior work experience in semi-arid area with local communities based organizations and/or experience in agro-based industry will be preferred.
Job Description: Responsible for assisting in the management of biomass procurement and preparation, transport logistics, administration and supervision.
 

2. Woodyard Supervisor
 
Job Specification:
  • Diploma or University Degree.

UNSOA - United Nations Support Office for AMISOM - Jobs

United Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOA) 
Administrative Assistant 
Grade: 4
 
Vacancy No: UNSOA/PRO/113/2014
Nairobi
 
Qualifications
  • Education: Minimum of secondary education certificate.
  • Experience: A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in administrative services or related area.
Procurement Officer
Grade NO-B
 
Vacancy No: UNSOA/PRO/114/2014
Nairobi
 
Qualifications
  • Education: A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
  • Experience: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, administration or related area.
Procurement Officer
Grade NO-A