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

VSF GERMANY INTERNAL AUDITOR JOB OPPORTUNITY IN KENYA

Background:
VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region,VSF Germany implements activities in Southern Sudan, Northern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia.
With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety, drought responses and mitigation, but also developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.
VSF Germany seeks to recruit a qualified Internal Auditor to support in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and key internal controls within the organization. This position is based at the regional office in Nairobi.

Key responsibilities:
• Take overall responsibility for the organization’s Internal Audit function in relation to compliance, internal control effectiveness and reporting standards.
• Monitor project implementation in accordance with Grant Agreements including reporting timelines.
• Develop and implement an annual internal audit work plan.
• Monitor progress on the implementation of the plans and provide regular and promote feedback on findings, including the endorsement of agreed recommendations.
• Disseminate best practice identified from individual audits and other sources such as professional journals including donor newsletters.
• Provide in-house training on donor regulations and best practices.
• Introduce, review and implement audit policy & procedures.
• Carry out any internal investigations and document recommendations
• Work with external auditors in strengthening internal control systems from recommendations and
opinions shared.
• Carry out spot checks and test the inventory management system.
• Co-ordinate internal audit activities
• Carry out systems and risk-based audit.
• Facilitate the continuous development of and monitor the effectiveness of the risk management function of the organization including documenting and communicating identified risks.
• Prepare timely internal audit reports and review implementation.
• Institutionalize IT auditing and governance.

KWS DEPUTY DIRECTOR STRATEGY AND CHANGE, HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION, CORPORATION SECRETARY, LEGAL OFFICER JOBS IN KENYA - READVERTISEMENT

Deputy Director Strategy & Change– JG”2” – One (1) Post - Re-Advertisement

Reporting to the Director, the position holder will work across the divisions and on a corporate level, advising, leading and supporting strategy development, implementation, strategy performance monitoring and reporting, service improvement and change management initiatives.
      Duties and Responsibilities

•  Working with stakeholders to manage strategy changes
•  Working collaboratively with the supervisory team to develop and implement business strategy ensuring key deliverables are met
•  Providing support in translating forecasts into operational plans and targets
•  Continually reviewing and aligning the Planning & Strategy structure to deliver cost effective performance and drive continuous improvement and increased productivity
•  Maintain effective corporate intelligence.
•  Leads the departments within the Division: Marketing, Corporate communications and Quality Assurance.

          Job Requirements

• MBA degree with a bias in Strategic Management and Organizational Development from a recognized institution.
•  Experience in formulating and driving long term strategic plans, strategies and roadmaps.
•  Experience of leading, managing, motivating and developing teams to achieve business objectives
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a Management position.
• Strong business acumen.
•  Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

2. Head of Administration – JG ”3a” – One (1) Post– Re-Advertisement
Reporting to the Deputy Director Finance and Administration, the overall responsibility for the successful candidate will be to ensure provision of effective and efficient administrative services.
         Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulating and reviewing policies related to administration functions.
• Ensuring insurance policies and related services are acquired.
• Ensuring offices, office equipment/furniture and supplies are provided.
• Ensuring grounds are maintained and utilities provided.
• Coordinating and liaising with service providers in relation to outsourced services
• Developing and implementing disposal plan for obsolete, unusable stores & equipment and recommending appropriate disposal procedures on disposable assets to the Board of Survey.
• Ensuring stores and supplies manuals for all KWS Divisions, Sections and Stations are prepared and supplied.
• Ensuring work plans, budgets and AIE controls are prepared
• Ensuring timely maintenance of Institutional buildings; residential and non-residential.

        Job Requirements

•  Degree in Business Administration or its equivalent
•  MBA is an added advantage
• Communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
•  IT skills.
•  Must be a member of a professional body.
•  At least five (5) years experience in Management position, three (3) of which must be in administration function.
•  Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

3. Corporation Secretary – JG”3b” – One (1) Post – Re-Advertisement
Reporting to the Director, the overall responsibility will be to ensure effective and efficient management of corporate affairs and compliance with enabling legal matters and other relevant legislations.
      Duties and Responsibilities

• Advising the board and management on all legal matters
• Ensuring that the corporation complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements
• Representing the Service in Court and arbitrations as may be required
• Coordinating all litigations in liaison with the Attorney General’s Chambers, Government Ministries and external lawyers
• Drawing and processing legal notices and other gazettements that are issued under the requirements of the Wildlife (Conservation and Management) Act
• Preparing Board business and maintaining proper records of Board’s proceedings
• Keeping safe custody of Corporate Seal and security documents
• Preparing and vetting of contracts
• Coordinating the review of laws, by-laws and regulations relating to the organization

       Job Requirements

• Bachelor of laws degree from a recognized institution.
• Masters is an added advantage
•  Post graduate Diploma in Law and Advocate of the High court.
• Report writing, communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills are essential.
•  IT skills.
• Must be a member of a professional body.
•  Five (5) years working experience in a similar institution.
• Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN VACANCY IN KENYA - ICRISAT / ICRAF

About the organization

ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural research for development. Established in 1972, it is one of the 15 Centers of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and is supported by some 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. ICRISAT, with its Headquarters located in India, has regional centers and research teams in Asia and Sub- Saharan Africa. In the Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) region, ICRISAT has country programs in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Mozambique. For further details please visit our website www.icrisat.org.  The ICRISAT regional Office for Eastern and Southern Africa is hosted on the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) campus in Nairobi, Kenya and is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the locally recruited position of Research Technician.

About the Position

The Research Technician will work in the ICRISAT Grain Legumes Research Programme on groundnut rosette disease resistance, involving QTL mapping and marker-assisted trait introgression using SSR markers and will be responsible for providing technical support to the laboratory operations of the Regional Office (ESA).

Duties and responsibilities will include

DNA extraction, quality checks and quantification.
SSR genotyping using capillary sequencers and data analysis.
QTL mapping, collect and analyse data and report results.
Providing support to PhD and MSc students and visiting scientists as well as for training courses.
Tracking the use of laboratory consumables.
Assisting in procurement of consumables and equipment.
Providing other technical support to the laboratory operations of the Regional Office, as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in biotechnology or a related field, with at least 2 years relevant technical experience.
Experience in a research environment, specifically in molecular sciences, including PCR, sequencing, genotyping, and genomics.

MERCY USA NUTRITION TECHNICAL MANAGER JOB VACANCY IN KENYA

Vacancy Details

Post Title:            Nutrition Technical Manager
Duty Station        Kenya National Office
Duration               1 year, possibility of extension
No. of Positions  1
Closing Date         8th  January 2012
Availability:        Immediate, interviews shall be short listed as we receive them

Job Purpose:
Providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports.

Duties:
Maintain accounting/internal control systems and recommend policies and procedures.
Assuring accuracy of accounting Data.
Performing internal auditing for MercyUSA.
Prepare, maintain and update the fixed asset register.
Follow up with Logistics regarding the in-kind donation materials and agreements.
Substantiate financial transactions by confirming all supporting documentation.
Liasing with External auditors.
Prepare financial reports for collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information for all projects.
Performing reconciliations for all banks and cash accounts.
Maintain payroll both in soft and hard copies.
Ensuring Interbank transfers are done accurately and reconciled on monthly basis.
Keep custody, understand and implement grant agreements/contracts.