Tuesday, January 10, 2012

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

Monday, January 9, 2012

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.