Oxfam GB Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager Job Opportunity

Oxfam GB Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager Job Opportunity

Regional Learning & Advocacy Programme
Horn, East and Central Africa

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Contract Type: Level CI; Global Fixed Term (14 months accompanied)

Salary: From £21,990 — 28,821 net equivalent per annum plus additional benefits

Closing date: 28 August 2010

Who we are

Oxfam GB as one of the affiliates of Oxfam International works with others to find lasting solutions to poverty and suffering in more than seventy countries across the world including
nine countries in the Horn, East and Central Africa region.

With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers, Oxfam is able to achieve the greatest impact to end poverty and suffering through combining emergency response work, long-term programmes for poverty alleviation and campaigning for lasting change.

In implementing the ECHO funded Regional Learning and Advocacy Programme. Oxfam GB is working with five consortium members: VSF Belgium, Cordaid, Care, SCUK ETH and RECONCILE supported by IIED and ODI to address the vulnerability of dryland communities to droughts and other hazards through policy and practice change.

The role

This is a key strategic role, providing leadership in the coordination and organisation of MEL as a key function within the REGLAP programme. Working with the REGLAP coordinator, managers, country leads and partners, you will produce, assimilate, analyse and use programme information from varied and diverse sources to provide in-depth analysis on programme quality broadly and in the specific areas of MEL.

You will support consortium members, RDD partners and CSOs in the region to document lessons learnt and translate them into advocacy instruments to influence policy and practice.

The Person

You will be experienced in development and humanitarian work within an International NGO with people, donor contract management and reporting skills.

You will be strategic, with in-depth conceptual understanding, strong analytical and planning skills and a true passion for developing and implementing MEL frameworks and conducting evaluations for impact assessment and learning.

You will have the required networking and influencing skills to analyse and communicate complex information to achieve specific objectives.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please download the full job description and apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs or send your application to hecajobs@oxfam.org.uk using REF: INT4054.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Nairobi Java House Human Resource Manager Job Vacancy

Nairobi Java House Human Resource Manager Job Vacancy

Nairobi Java House, a leading chain of restaurants in Nairobi, is seeking a talented & experienced individual to fill in the following position:

Human Resource Manager

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Directly manage and maintain existing company HR policy
• Demonstrate a dynamic and effective approach to company recruitment, in line with corporate and brand objectives
• Ensure that staff are in a position to enable it achieve its objectives through overseeing recruitment, staff development and performance management both at policy, planning and implementation levels in liaison with other Departments
• Assist in establishing and sustaining the organizational culture and climate in which employees have the competency, concern and commitment to serve customers well.
• Champion People Management issues such as disciplinary issues; staff welfare with significant legal implications
• Provide leadership and support to existing management and staff with regards to HR functions
• Maintain and improve an effective system of staff training, advancement, performance evaluation and remuneration
• Ensure the effective administration of company compliance with all relevant industry laws and guidelines, licences, permits, e.t.c.

Qualifications and Experience

• Be a holder of a Bachelors degree in Human Resource management or Social Sciences
• An MBA or masters degree in a relevant field
• Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management or any other recognized professional Human Resource body
• Possess 10 years experience with at least 5 years at senior management level
• Have prior experience in managing a HR function in a multi-national corporation or in a brand-oriented organization.
• Knowledge and experience of Kenyan labour laws,
• Knowledge of Performance Management
• A team player, effective supervisory, negotiation, analytical, employee relations, excellent planning and organization, mentoring coaching and strong interpersonal and management skills.

Interested applicants should submit their application letter together with detailed curriculum vitae(CV) indicating names and contact addresses of three referees, current & expected remuneration to the undersigned not later than 4th September 2010
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Kindly address your application to:

The Managing Director,
Nairobi Java House,
P.O. Box 21533-00505,
Nairobi

or via email md@nairobijavahouse.com

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African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) CMAAE Programme Manager and ICT Manager Job Vacancies

African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) CMAAE Programme Manager and ICT Manager Job Vacancies

The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) was established in 1988 as a public not-for-profit organization devoted to the advancement o economic policy research and training.

AERC's mission is to strengthen local capacity for conducting independent, rigorous inquiry into the problem facing the management of economies in sub-Saharan Africa.

20 years since inception, we have become renowned for harnessing the potential of economists on the continent.

We now seek dynamic and highly motivated professionals to fill the following positions:

CMAAE Programme Manager

Reporting to the Training Director, the Programme Manager is responsible for the end to end management of the pan-African Collaborative Master of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics Programme.

In this capacity, H/She:

• Leads in ensuring that strategies and budgets for the annual program of work are in place and executed flawlessly;
• Assists the Director of Training in the planning and management of the Program Activities which include training, research and outreach of the collaborating University departments and linking with other stakeholders (the national governments, the private sector, the NGO and the donors);
• Ensures that students are admitted, provided resources and assisted to succeed in the participating universities across the eastern, central and southern Africa;
• Ensures that the participating universities have the necessary resources and capability to deliver the requisite training in Agricultural and Applied Economics;
• Supports the Academic Board in ensuring the right curriculum is delivered and revised regularly;
• Monitors the progress of teaching at the mother universities and closely manages the annual shared facility for specialization and electives (SFSE);
• Assists in the preparation of program funding proposals to donors and follows up on partnership activities with various partners ensuring that AERC commitments and responsibilities are implemented, managed, and reported upon;
• Assists to implement a scheme for the participating departments' faculty research, given the research themes and subsequent dissemination of the research outputs;
• Assist to implement a scheme for the dissemination of Graduates' theses results in national or regional workshops or conferences;
• Develops a monitoring and evaluation system for the program to ensure that the program indicators/outputs and outcomes are met.

Functional Competency Requirements

• PhD in Economics, Agricultural Economics or Applied Economics.
• At least 5 years experience in managing training, research and outreach programs in Agricultural and Applied Economics.
• Outstanding drafting, writing and communication skills in English with knowledge of major languages an advantage.
• Some experience in fund-raising and in liaising with donors.
• Financial Planning and Management Skills.
• Experience in Project Management an advantage.

Behavioural Competency Requirements

• Team player with excellent leadership skills
• Proficiency at Multitasking
• Strong results orientation and bias for action.
• Demonstrable emotional intelligence and effective interpersonal skills High level of ethics and integrity

ICT Manager

Reporting to the Director Communications and Policy Analysis the ICT Manager is responsible for all aspects of Information Communication and Technology planning, management and implementation.

Specifically the role has responsibility for:

• Working closely with the ICT Steering Committee to ensure that ICT strategy is innovative, responsive and is aligned to the AERC Strategic objectives;
• Developing appropriate policies, standards, procedures and guidelines for the ICT function;
• Managing IT projects and follow up on implementations and benefits realization;
• Ensuring ICT security and management of risks;
• Designing, Evaluating and Supporting of the ICT infrastructure;
• Overseeing the provision of ICT services to the AERC Secretariat and in this capacity working with vendors as required;
• Ensuring a best in class website that is representative of the vision and mission of AERC.

Functional Competency Requirements

• Masters Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science.
• Professional ICT qualifications such as Microsoft Certified System: Engineer (MCSE), CCNA or other equivalent and recognized qualifications.
• Proven experience in IT Strategy development and network administration.
• Good insight and experience in IT Security related issue
• Demonstrated understanding of centralized administration and monitoring of antivirus, host based intrusion prevention and other endpoint security implementations.
• Good understanding of networking principles such as IP addressing and routing.
• Ideally a minimum of 5 five years relevant experience with three years in a leadership role.

Behavioural Competency Requirements

• Analytical problem Solver
• Strong client management orientation
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Flair for innovation
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong bias for action

Candidates should submit their applications by email.

Only short-listed candidates for the advertised positions will be contacted.

Application with a current CV should be addressed to:

The Recruitment Manager
Human Performance Dynamics Africa
P.O. Box 1516-00621
Nairobi

Email: info@hpdafrica.com

The closing date for application is September 3, 2010.

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Safaricom Quantity Surveyor - Western Regional Network Job Vacancy

Safaricom Quantity Surveyor - Western Regional Network Job Vacancy

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Western Regional Network Department within the Technical Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Quantity Surveyor-Western Regional Network
Ref: TECHNICAL_QSWRN_AUGUST_2010

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Regional Network Rollout- Western, the holder of the position will provide and implement cost control initiatives, monitor CAPEX and manage the efficient issuance and utilization of site equipment and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Verification of site quotations to ensure they conform to the signed contract;
• Monitor the CAPEX budget;
• Raise and track purchase requisitions for site acquisition, power connections, civil and optimization works to ensure timely issuance of purchase orders;
• Verification of variation orders scope through site measurements and audit to ensure cost savings;
• Efficient issuance and utilization of site equipment and materials;
• Provide requirements for rollout and optimization materials and equipment to operational support and Logistics Department for procurement;
• Documentation of all rollout processes and accurate update of the information database;

Minimum requirements

• Degree in Building Economics or equivalent qualifications;
• At least 4-5 years relevant experience in a busy construction environment;
• Experience in Telecommunications / GSM rollout and or optimization projects and in procurement processes;
• Have excellent analytical and interpersonal skills;

This position is located Western Region of Kenya and the offices are based in Kisumu-Kiboswa area.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is 27th August 2010.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via E-mail to:hr@safaricom.co.ke

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Topnotch Business Solutions Vacancy: Sales and Marketing Job

Topnotch Business Solutions Vacancy: Sales and Marketing Job

Topnotch Business Solutions (TBS) is an Information Systems Consultancy Firm.

The Company believes in delivering the best and quality services to its clients.

Our products include:

1. Information Systems Consultancy.

• Information Systems Requirements Analysis and Software Analysis.
• Periodic Evaluation / Audits of Information Systems.
• Customization and Value addition of already existing systems

2. Information Management Systems Development.

• We have many Information management Systems like school systems, clinic systems etc

3. Business Processes Outsourcing (Data Entry)

4. Specialized Training in programming languages like C# etc. and Course Project Development.

The following vacancies are available

4 posts for sales and marketing

Minimum requirements:

• Basic training in sales and marketing
• 1 year experience in a busy sales and marketing environment
• Should have a great passion for Information systems Management sales
• Work with very minimal supervision
• A faster learner and a good communicator
• Should be a self motivator

NB: Students and fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply

Mode of Application:

Submit your CV before 30/09/2010 to topnotchbusinesssolution@hotmail.com
or you can write to us

Topnotch Business Solutions Ltd
Krishna Mansion Bulding, 2nd Floor
Room 35, Moi Avenue next to Ufundi Co-op House.
P.O Box 19665 00100 Nairobi.

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Addili for Design Card Design Trainer (Part-Time) Job Vacancy

Addili for Design Card Design Trainer (Part-Time) Job Vacancy

A new and fast growing fashion house is looking for qualified, committed and readily available card design trainer.

Position: Card Design Trainer (Part-Time)

Duties and responsibilities

• Have knowledge in card design and be able to share this knowledge with trainees.
• Be creative and innovative.
• Be able to work within our schedule.

Person requirements

• Be willing to work with us as a new company.
• Have good communication and presentation skills.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be transparent and accountable.
• Be able to work under deadlines and meet targets.

If you posses the above qualities and are ready to be committed to this job please send your CV immediately to addilifordesign@gmail.com .

Deadline for application is 25th August 2010.

P.S. Only serious applicants required.

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Area Manager Job Vacancy

Area Manager Job Vacancy

Purpose of the Job

The role of the Area Manager is to ensure accurate implementation of all trade marketing and distribution activities, as well as provide full support to the Head of Trade and the marketing team, in terms of coordination with the Distributors, relationship and management of the Trade Marketing Representatives, working on the weekly deliveries and updating market information.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform corporate and brand advocacy in the Area.
• Translate Marketing- and TM&D strategy into an area TM&D strategy, by developing an area operational plan.
• Develop and implement an effective trade coverage plan for the area.
• Implement the route to market strategy.
• Ensure that objectives in terms of availability, visibility, volume, market share, quality (e.g. RQI) and customer price of products are achieved for the area.
• Assist in the implementation of trading terms and conditions to all the customers
• Assist with the combat in Illicit Trade/UP product
• Supervise the implementation of In Store & on Store, merchandising and distribution plan to achieve brand, volume & share objectives.
• Supervise an efficient and effective trade marketing and distribution team through on-job training, retraining, motivation and staff development.
• Supervise the TMRs management of their respective distributors and ensure that the TMRs deliver on their objectives set.
• Ensure weekly management of deliveries with the help and support of the Commercial Assistant.
• Ensure that all distributors report back their weekly STTs OTIF and their competition figures on a monthly basis OTIF.
• Assist the Head of Trade in the development and implementation of marketing activities to drive volume.
• Ensure that Marketing Information Systems is regularly updated and information fed through to the S&D manager as and when required.

Key success factors

• Ability to develop and implement TM&D plans consistent with the marketing strategy and business objectives
• Expertise in resource allocation and constraint management
• Understanding of consumer and customer segmentation

Required Experience

• A degree, preferably in Marketing/Business Management
• 3 - 5 years relevant FMCG experience.
• Experience in people supervision (including coaching and team leadership skills)
• Understanding of product, demand, and supply management
• Understanding Trade Marketing & Distribution operations across all channels
• Supply Chain Knowledge
• Project Management skills
• Business Processes Development and Internal Control Principles and Application

If you qualify, please send your CV and cover letter quoting your current and expected salary to theleadrecruiter@gmail.com.

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British American Tobacco (BAT) Project Manager (Contract) Job Opportunity

British American Tobacco (BAT) Project Manager (Contract) Job Opportunity

Reference Number: wo/ECA/HR/20- 08- 10/01
Job Title: Project Manager (Contract)
Reports To: Area Head of Reward

Function: Human Resources
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Response Deadline: 31 August 2010

Requirement Overview

The role acts within the HR Department and aims to support the Area Heads of Talent, OE & Reward in delivery of their key processes and programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize, project-manage and prioritize HR activities following general directions and in co-ordination with the Area Head of Reward
• Work closely with the Functional management team to help deliver solutions that are relevant to the business needs and in line with the HR strategy

Skills & Experience

• Project Implementation & Management
• Data analysis (Excel & Access)
• Up to 2 years' experience preferably in a multinational environment
• Experience in working with virtual teams
• Ability to network & work closely with various stakeholders
• Willingness to learn on the job, and to stretch horizons beyond the immediate job requirements
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good influencing, communication and presentation skills enabling positive interaction with people of different levels anddifferent status in normal and critical situations
• Able to influence and build relationships

Education

• Finance educational background

Equity Statement

• British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer

General

• The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process.
• An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate

To Apply:

Visit www.batecacareers.com to register as well as upload your resume then apply for the vacancy

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20 Telemarketers urgently needed

20 Telemarketers urgently needed

Do you have an excellent command of spoken English with polished neutral accent?

Are you currently out of work, have completed college and have a Certificate/diploma or degree in a business relation field?

Are you aged between 19 to 29 years?

Our client, a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company, serving an international market is looking for Telesales Specialists whose duties and responsibilities involve;

• Maintaining and developing relationships with existing and potential customers via telephone and email.
• Acting as a direct contact between the company and its existing and potential markets.
• Gaining clear understanding of the customer’s requirements.
• Ensuring all marketing opportunities are effectively translated into sales.
• Allowing the client’s to feel an excellent business relationship has been developed and rapport has been established, leaving all the doors open for future business.

Skills and competencies

• Enthusiastic, tenacious and self motivated
• Strong marketing skills (phone based)
• Strong communication skills- verbal and written
• Neutral English accent.
• Outstanding business relationship building skills
• Outstanding listening skills

CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

If you have a refined neutral accent, call us for a voice test on Friday 20th August 2010, Saturday 21st August 2010 and during weekdays between 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm on 0714 702 443.

Visit our website www.flexi-personnel.com for directions if asked to come over for interview.

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