PROJECT HEAD JOB VACANCY IN KENYA

German Agro Action / Welthungerhilfe is an International NGO operating in various districts in Kenya and is currently looking for a qualified Head of Project for a fixed term position to be based in pastoralist Kajiado, south eastern Kenya and a Senior Programme Officer to be based in Nairobi.

To qualify as a Head of Project, the candidate must poses the following:-

• University Degree, preferably in Project Management or related field
• Masters Degree in DRR is an added advantage
• At least 10 years experience in Project Management in both Food Distribution and DRR projects
• Knowledge of International Agency and NGO operations
• Strong communication skills, negotiation skills and good interpersonal skills
• Excellent knowledge of German language both written and spoken
• Excellent knowledge of financial accounting. Able to maintain accounts using latest WINPACCS Accounting system
• Proven track record of qualitative work output irrespective of demanding and challenging work environment.
• Team player with broad social skills
• Networking and liaison ability
• Excellent command of MS Office
• Highly self motivating nature with excellent leadership, management and planning skills

To qualify as a Senior Programme Officer, the candidate must poses the following:

• Graduate or post graduate university degree in social science or related field
• Minimum of 7 years relevant work experience in grant management
• Understanding of how to integrate research and humanitarian analysis into actionable initiatives
• Demonstrated experience in external relations, donor relations, proposal writing and donor regulations
• Strong knowledge of written and communication skills in both English and German.
• Strong knowledge of WINPACCS Accounting System
• Ability to think and plan strategically
• Excellent computer skills
• Team player and self motivated

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a one-page motivation letter, indicating the title of position applied for, details of previous/actual salary and expected remuneration, detailed CV highlighting skills and achievements, language skills, testimonials, and contact details of three referees, not later than 31st March 2011 to:

The Human Resource Manager,
Welthungerhilfe e.V.,
German Agro Action, Regional Office,
P. O. Box 38829-00623,
Nairobi, Kenya.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

THREE GREEN APPLES CONSULTING LIMITED-KENYAN VACANCIES & CAREERS

Compensation & Benefits Manager 

 Three Green Apples Consulting Limited has been mandated to recruit a Compensation and Benefits Manager, by our clients, a multinational organization with operations in over 50 countries.
The key responsibility of the Compensation and Benefits Manager will be to spearhead the development of a total reward strategy for the organization in partnership with the HR department management and leadership of the organization, and play a specialist and consulting role within the organization. It should be noted that this job is travel intensive.
Key areas of focus include:
Remuneration Policy and Strategy
* Work with the senior management of the HR department, HR business partners and the leadership team of the organization to develop a remuneration strategy comprising compensation, benefits and non-financial reward for the company, in line with the organizations remuneration philosophy and methodology. Update and maintain the remuneration policies and present new proposals as required
Provision of a specialist remuneration consulting service to the organization
* Proactively identify and analyze needs of the organizations various business units, by keeping up-to-date with remuneration trends and best practices, etc., and develop solutions to identified problems, customizing solutions to needs of different business units.
* Work closely with HR business partners and line managers to ensure effective query resolution around remuneration and benefit issues.

KENGEN ENGINEERING VACANCIES::JOBS IN KENYA

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ENERGY SECTOR

KENGEN is the leading electric power producer in kenya. In the recent past,the company has embarked on a transformation programme aimed at accelerating the expansion of its generation capacity and stabilizing the power situation in the country through a structured geothermal expansion programme.

To achieve this vision,Kengen invites dynamic and innovative team players to submit their applications for the following positions that are available at Olkaria Geothermal Project:

1. Drilling Engineers(Mechanical)

• aerated drilling engineer
• cementing engineer
• directional drilling engineer
• planning & logisitcs Engineer
• drilling operations engineer

     2. Maintenance Engineers

• maintenance engineer(mechanical)
• maintenance engineer(electrical)
• maintenance engineer(mechatronics)

     3. Reservoir & Steamfield Management Engineers

• Reservoir Management Engineer
• Steamfield Management Engineer

     4. Infrastructure Engineers

• Mechatronics Engineer
• Electrical/Electronics Engineer

     5. Project Planning,Evaluation & Monitoring Engineer
     6. Civil Technician
     7.Mechanical Technicians

• Drilling operations Technician
• Directional drilling technician
• central workshop technician
• water supply technician
• rig maintenance technician
• steam field management technician
• reservoir management technician
• cementing technician
• occupational health safety(OHS) technician

     8.Mechatronics Technicians

• mechatronics technician (central workshop)
• mechatronics technician(Infrastructure)
• mechatronics technician(Air compressor)

     9. Electrical & Electronics Technician(Reservoir & Steamfield Management)
    10.Electronics Technician(Geophysics)
    11.Instrumentation Technician(Reservoir & Steamfield)
    12.Reservoir Geochemist
    13.Reservoir Geologist
    14.Geologist
    15.Geophysicist
    16.Geochemist
    17.Analytical Chemistry Technician(Geochemistry&Geology)
    18.Geomaticist
    19.GIS Technician 
    20.Information Scientist
    21.Environmental Officers

• meteorology and air pollution
• natural resources & Waste management

    22.Environmental Technicians

• Meteorolgy and Air pollution
• Natural Resources & Waste Management

    23.Craftsman(Fitting & Fabrication)
    24.Craftsman(Masonry)
    25.Roustabout
    26.Plant Operator

Detailed description of the jobs is posted on www.kengen.co.ke
Closing date for application is 4th April 2011 at 5.00 p.m

Kengen is an equal opportunity employer and physically challenged persons are encouraged to apply.Interested candidates are advised to apply for only ONE position where they feel they have key strengths.Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.

LOGISTIC BASE VACANCY IN KENYA-DAGAHALEY REFUGEE CAMP

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH-MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERS) is a private international organization that provides assistance to populations in distress,to victims of natural or man made disasters and victims of armed conflict.

LOGISTIC BASE-DAGAHALEY REFUGEE CAMP
The selected candidate will be reporting to the logistics team leader and he/she will be responsible for overseeing MSF logisitics activities in Dagahaley refugee camp
Main tasks include,but not limited to:

• ensure the proper use,monitoring and maintenance of infrastructures,installations and equipment in the MSF compound,according to MSF-CH standards
• ensure the check up,follow-up,and filing of administrative documents(internal request,fuel follow-up,etc),under the line manager supervision
• supervise the team making sure that everyone complies with the job description,in good working conditions: 2 radio operators,6 drivers,1 maintenance worker,1 head watchman,44 watchmen,2 helpers
• ensure that a fleet of vehicles that meets the need of the project in terms of quality and size is maintained;propose any changes to the line manager
• immediately inform the line manager and or technical advisor of info. that has or could have an impact on the security of MSF staff and property

Requirements:

• Secondary education and basic training in a technical area(carpentry,electricity,mechanics,watsan,etc)
• 1 year experience in the logisitics department
• 2 years experience in a similar post in a humanitarian organzation
• previous MSF or NGO experience an advantage
• Somali Speaking an advantage

If you meet the above requirements please send your curriculum vitae(CV),letter of motivation and copies of any certificates related to academic qualifications to:

HR department

MSF Switzerland

P.O Box 25091-00603

Nairobi

please mark the letter "LOGISTIC BASE"
deadline:Friday 8th April 2011

MATERNITY NURSE SUPERVISOR JOB VACANCY IN KENYA-MSF SWITZERLAND

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH-MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERS) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to population in need.MSF CH has two projects in Kenya - west Pokot (Kacheliba)and Daadab(Dagahaley Refugee Camp)

JOB PROFILE

• Function:Maternity Supervisor
• Direct Supervisor:Head Nurse
• Location:Dagahaley, Daadab

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR:

• the quality of care and hygienic procedures in the maternity ward
• ensure all medical procedures are carried out correctly
• proper running of the maternity labour ward
• punctuality of all staff and report to the direct supervisor incase of problems
• adequate amount of medication and material in the wards at all times
• the MOs and COs are informed in time in case of need
• proper record of the activities done
• waste management after each procedure
• organising regular meeting and training for the nursing staff
• carrying out nursing care when required
• working in collaboration with other wards and departments(eg operating theatre,peadiatrics ward,ward laboratory,health posts,ANC)

RECRUITMENT CRITERIA:

• degree/diploma in nursing/midwifery from a recognized institution
• minimum 2 years working experience at field with MSF or any NGO
• experience in a supervisory role

APPLICATION:

• please send your curriculum vitae(CV),letter of motivation and copies of any certificates related to academic qualifications to:

HR department

MSF Switzerland

P.O Box 25091-00603

Nairobi

• please mark the letter "Application for Maternity Nurse Supervisor"
• deadline:Friday 8th April 2011

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