Kilimanjaro International Employment Opportunities

Kilimanjaro International Employment Opportunities

A creative and visionary organization with broad experience in development consulting and training, Kilimanjaro International provides unparalleled technical, managerial, administrative and logistical assistance to client organizations in government, business and civil society.

Focusing on human and institutional capacity development, we supply an array of consulting, training, project delivery support and staffing solutions that foster sustainable economic development and institutional ability to create wealth for societies and citizens.

Accordingly, Kilimanjaro International is looking for properly credentialed and experienced Project Manager
and secretary/administrative assistant by profession, with a proven high ability to speak, write and read English. Knowledge of French is an added advantage.

Equally important, the successful candidates must be creative, motivated, passionate and self-managing individuals requiring minimal supervision.

Essentially, the ideal applicants should be able to hit the ground running as the saying goes in management parlance.

Project Manager

This position is responsible for ensuring profit for KI by successfully planning, organizing, and leading consulting and training tasks and projects; managing project teams; reviewing and approving consultant performance benchmarks as pre-condition for payment; tracking all project deliverables; and ensuring that project results fulfill contract requirements and exceed client expectations.

The Project Manager plays a significant role in maintaining and expanding client relationships through delivery of high quality work; leading, coaching and developing junior staff; and managing client assignments, technical/functional content, budgets, and staff resources.

Qualified applicants will have 5+ years experience as a project manager including familiarity with vendor teams, contractors, and project management methodologies and techniques; familiarity with or prior work experience in Africa; and knowledge of emerging nations' social, political, and economic environments.

This position requires an advanced degree in an appropriate technical/ functional area.

A PMP Certification is preferred; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated skills in tasks/activities organization, solving 'technical problems, planning, analysis, and follow through; and ability to apply functional area expertise.

This is a full-time position based in Dar es Salaam and requires travel to KI regional offices, especially Burundi and Ethiopia.

Salary: A highly competitive salary package will be offered to the right candidate

Secretary/Administrative Assistant

The Secretary/Administrative Assistant is responsible for ensuring a comfortable Kl office environment for all employees, clients, and colleagues.

Primarily serving as a receptionist and provider of all secretarial and administrative support services, the position entails handling official correspondences and phone inquiries; coordinating calendars, schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements; and ensuring office and equipment maintenance.

In summary, routine duties and responsibilities shall include:

    * Professional ability to keep confidential information covering the broad spectrum of the company's business, clients, suppliers/vendors, staff and agency relationships by protecting the same from unauthorized parties.
    * Oversee all aspects of office management and activity coordination.
    * Ensure that in-bound and out-bound correspondences and related documents are effectively circulated and properly managed
    * Answer telephone calls and transfer them to appropriate staff members.
    * Accept and dispatch packages by courier or regular mail.
    * Prepare draft responses to correspondences containing routine inquiries
    * Perform general clerical duties including basic bookkeeping, photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing.
    * File and retrieve organizational documents, project records and reports
    * Make travel arrangements for staff and independent contractors
    * Update and maintain the inventory of office equipment and supplies.
    * Arrange for the repair and maintenance of office equipment.
    * Support staff in assigned project based work as needed
    * Process work permits for foreign consultants as well as tax exemptions for those with diplomatic status.
    * Assist with overall maintenance of the organizational office environment.
    * Undertake other duties as required from time to time.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The position requires at least an advanced-level secondary school education and a professional secretarial training from a reputable secretarial college.

As an added advantage, the ideal candidate shall possess excellent interpersonal and unique customer service skills, and extensive familiarity with basic business application software.

    * Holder of a Form VI Certificate (A-level)
    * Holder of at least a two year Diploma in secretarial duties at a recognized institute with at least two years working experience at the same post
    * Through knowledge of and familiarity with business application software.
    * Good writing, analytical and problem solving skills.
    * Knowledge of basic principles and practices of an organization, planning, records management, and .general administration.
    * Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
    * Ability to operate standard/modern office equipment, including but not limited to computers, telephone systems, copiers and facsimile machines.
    * Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
    * Minimum of 3 years of professional experience

This is a full-time position based in Dar es Salaam with limited travel to-KI's regional offices.

Salary: A highly competitive salary package will be offered to the right candidate

Mode of Application

Complete applications will comprise a cover letter, a detailed CV and copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees.

Please address your correspondence to the Human Resources Office and send it via email to: jobs@kilimanjaro-usa.com not later than August 30th 2010.

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Minjingu Mines & Fertiliser Sales & Marketing Manager Job in Arusha Tanzania

Minjingu Mines & Fertiliser Sales & Marketing Manager Job in Arusha Tanzania

Minjingu Mines & Fertiliser Ltd is a leading manufacturer of Fertilisers based at Arusha.

The company mines and manufactures Phosphate fertilisers and has just installed a new Blended NPK+ Fertiliser plant.

We wish to invite candidates who can take up the challenge of taking the company forward in selling the products manufactured.

Qualifications:

    * Degree in Agriculture Sciences
    * Degree in Marketing Management
    * Fluency in English & Kiswahili
    * Computer Literate, able to work comfortably on Power Points, Spreadsheets.
    * 10-15 yrs of Experience in a similar capacity and preferably in the Region.
    * Must have a very good interpersonal, communication and presentation
    * skills

Attributes / Capabilities:

    * A dynamic person with a lot of Energy
    * A very high level of integrity, honesty and a sense of responsibility.
    * Very good knowledge of the Agriculture sector in Tanzania and the Region as a whole.
    * Willing to undertake significant field travel
    * Able to gain the trust of all the stakeholders in the business
    * Open minded and innovative with a vision to achieve the goals of the company
    * Candidate should be self driven, result oriented and be able to deliver on time

Job Responsibilities

    * Head of the Sales & Marketing Dept.
    * Develop and monitor the sales team
    * Develop distribution throughout the Country and Region
    * Prepare sales budgets and targets
    * Responsible for achieving the targets set by the management.
    * Responsible for credit control and timely collection from debtors.

Remuneration:

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Mode of Application:

Applicants should send their CV by 15th Sept with contact information and details of two referees who can be contacted as well as a covering letter demonstrating how you meet the required experience and capabilities.

Please submit your application via email to gm@minjingumines.com but do not include your certificates at this stage.

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Social & Scientific Systems (SSS) Inc. Management Information System Specialist Job Vacancy in Kigali Rwanda

Social & Scientific Systems (SSS) Inc. Management Information System Specialist Job Vacancy in Kigali Rwanda

A. Background

Social & Scientific Systems, Inc. (SSS), an employee-owned company, has supported public and private sector programs since 1978.

SSS contributes significantly to improving public health in the United States and in more than 90 other countries.

We are currently seeking a Management Information System Specialist to work with the Monitoring and Evaluation Management Services (MEMS) Project which was awarded by USAID to SSS in June 2008.

The purpose of the MEMS Project is to assist the USG Rwanda Team to develop and implement a comprehensive performance management, monitoring, and reporting program.

This program provides data and information that meet and inform reporting and programming requirements for USAID including the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), Economic Growth and Democracy & Governance interventions under the current three USAID strategic objectives.

B. Function

Working closely with the MEMS in-country team and with the support from SSS's computer and data analysis specialists, the candidate shall lead the development and maintenance of the MEMS computerized information system and support the implementation of the performance monitoring, planning, evaluation and reporting requirements.

C. Duties and Responsibilities

   1. Develop consensus among key USG institutions (PEPFAR, PMI, USAID, CDC, DOD) about the requirements, specifications and platform for a cost-effective MEMS database for capturing, aggregating, analysing and reporting key monitoing & evaluation and research data trends for performance improvement.
   2. Lead the development and regular update of the MEMS programmatic database to provide access to the strategic information that will assist the USG institutions and implementing partners to assess their contributions to the Government of Rwanda (GOR)'s achievement in specific sectors.
   3. Implement programming and/or procedures to ensure data consistency and integrity for database.
   4. Lead the organization and implementation of the technical support and training to USG, implementing partnersand MEMS staff in the use of the Rwanda M&E database
   5. Lead the appropriate system and user documentation, including subsequent system enhancements for institutional memory.
   6. Support the data gathering, cleaning, aggregation and analysis activities of all USG teams and partners, as well as the dissemination of the aggregate reports from the MEMS programmatic database to USG institutions, implementing partners, host country partner institutions, implementing partners, and other donors and key stakeholders.
   7. Act as the MIS technical liaison for the USG country team, host-country partner institutions, USG implementing partners, other donors and key stakeholders.
   8. Support the analysis of USG aggregate and implementing partners' baselines, targets and reported data.
   9. Support cross-portfolio analysis and documentation on the progress and impact of the USG-supported activities, as well as setting of targets by USG and implementing partners.
  10. Support the development, packaging and submission of required quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports.
  11. Ensure installation of computer systems and regular maintenance of the MEMS/RPMS-related IT equipment, network and data security according to SSS standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contract requirements.
  12. Conduct hardware and software inventory management for MEMS/RPMS related equipment.
  13. Carry out routine Helpdesk activities, e.g., desktop level support and or technical assistance for users of the system use of the MEMS/RPMS
  14. Carry out periodic review of MEMS staff IT skills, assessing training needs and providing the necessary training support.
  15. Coach interns and work-study participants in developing and managing programmatic databases for program improvement and reporting.
  16. Perform any additional M&E/MIS responsibilities in line with the overall objective of the MEMS project as determined by the chief-of-party.

D. Required Qualifications and Experience

    * Fluency in English.
    * Master's degree in Computer Sciences or equivalent qualifications.
    * Proficiency in key programming languages (preferably VB.NET, C#) and database management systems.
    * Relevant certifications in computer programming. Specific knowledge and skills in web-based applications based on Microsoft platforms (.NET and Microsoft SQL Server).
    * Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in system programming and managing complex IT networks and user support/training.
    * Ability to solve problems independently.
    * Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
    * Commitment to working as a team member.

E. Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

    * Familiarity with PEPFAR, PMI, Foreign Assistance Operating Plan (OP) or development activities;
    * Training experience;
    * Fluency in French;
    * Knowledge and skills in statistical analysis;
    * Knowledge and skills in GIS mapping.

F. Salary:

A competitive salary package depending on salary history, qualifications and experience in accordance with USAID/Rwanda Local Compensation Plan.

This is a local position with no expatriate benefits and the successful candidate will need to comply with local tax obligations.

G. How to Apply:
Please send resume and supporting documents to: recruit@s-3.com.

Internal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application deadline: August 31,2010
Done at Kigali on 9th August 2010
SSS/MEMS MANAGEMENT

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Payroll Accountant Job. Gross Starting Salary K’sh 105,000

Payroll Accountant Job. Gross Starting Salary K’sh 105,000

Payroll Accountant Jobs In Kenya.
The globally networked International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) helps to reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries. ILRI positions its work at the dynamic interface of poverty alleviation and sustainable livestock livelihoods.
Our staff work in partnerships and alliances with organizations in developed and developing countries, including some of the finest NGOs, universities and research organizations in the world. ILRI’s headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, with a second principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Our staff are also based in 7 partner institutions in other parts of Africa and in Asia and Latin America. We employ more than 700 staff from about 40 countries and are one of 15 centres sponsored by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

The Position
ILRI seeks to recruit a Payroll Accountant to assist with the administration of the National Staff Payroll, accounting services for the International Staff Payroll, National Staff Pension Scheme, Withholding Tax, and International Staff benefits’ payments.

1. Prepare entries relating to the National Staff Payroll:
* Check for completeness of overtime sheets in accordance with established internal control procedures and input into the payroll system within a day of receipt;
* Update the payroll database with recruitment and terminations;
* Update the payroll database with salaries, allowances, and overtime payments;
* Update the payroll database with SACCO, telephone contacts, bank loan and other authorized deductions;
* Generate the required payroll registers for checking;
* Print bank lists and compare with the payroll registers;
* Update monthly staff time analysis codes in the payroll system;
* Print employees’ pay slips and distribute to the cost centres;
* Submit for payment all recoveries and deductions (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, Utafiti loans) from departing staff (together with terminal dues calculation report) within 4 days of receiving all necessary information from Human Resources, Kapiti Pains, etc;
* Submit payroll statutory cheques for ILRI and collaborative organizations (e.g. PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, staff) before the 9th of every month and file receipts by the same date.

2. Prepare entries relating to the National Staff Pension Scheme:
* Maintain an up-to-date file for all staff changes originating from Human Resources that affect pension contribution and administration;
* Update quarterly data files with recruitment, terminations and pension computation changes (using age factors);
* Prepare a reconciliation statement by applying the current payroll changes to the previous quarterly pension contribution figures;
* Print pension contribution calculation list for dispatch to the insurance company along with the bank transfer;
* Prepare for input into the general ledger, a calculation of pension cost transactions with the appropriate charge codes.

3. Record, calculate and prepare payments for Nationally Recruited Staff Medical Insurance:
* Update computer records with recruitment, deletions and family status changes in consultation with the Human Resources department and the Payroll Accountant;
* Follow up staff additions and deletions and translate them into debits or credits for the Institute on a regular basis;
* Prepare reconciliation statements on a monthly basis;
* Print the insurance premium calculations list for dispatch to the insurance company together with the cheque payment within the first two working days at the beginning of each quarter;
* Prepare an excel sheet of medical cost transactions analyzed by the relevant charge codes and input into the general ledger.

4. Process documents and payments relating to Withholding Tax:
* Prepare payment slips and submit them to Kenya Revenue Authority by the 20th of every month and maintain a receipts file;
* Prepare Withholding Tax Certificates within one week of payment of the taxes and submit to the Administrative Assistant with copies for dispatch to the beneficiaries;
* Prepare a Withholding Tax yearly return and submit to Kenya Revenue Authority by the 15th of February;
* Maintain an efficient and regular filing system for all documents (originals or copies) relating to Withholding Tax.

5. Process documents relating to International Staff Security, Housing and Education Benefits:
* Check that claims received are within the policy and that they are within the items and limits allowable;
* Sign off and submit the claims for processing within 24 hours of receiving a claim;
* Submit a copy of the processed claim to the claimant immediately after processing;
* Keep proper records of all processed claims.

Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting;
* Certified Public Accountant (Kenya) (CPA(K));
* 3 years’ experience in accounting;
* Experience in payroll processing a plus;
* Good knowledge and understanding of local labour laws;
* Work experience, at least in part, in a non-profit or international organization;
* Knowledge of computerized accounting software required.

Terms of appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 2-year renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Job level and salary
This position is job Grade 2C, Level 2 with a starting gross salary of KES 105,000 per month. This is exclusive of other benefits provided within ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff Scheme.

Applications
Applications, addressed to the Human Resources Director, must include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience (but not related to the applicant) should be emailed to: recruit-ilri-Ken@cgiar.org by 7 September 2010.

The position title and reference number “PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT: PA/FO/08/10” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Area Retail Manager Job. Safaricom Careers

Area Retail Manager Job. Safaricom Careers

Safaricom Careers.
We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Retail Sales department in Commercial Division.
In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Area Retail Manager Ref: COM-ARM-AUG02010
Reporting to the Head of Retail Sales, the job holder will be responsible for growing Safaricom Retail Business within the assigned area through sales & business process innovation that will lead to achievement of the area retail sales target as well as achieve the desired customer satisfaction levels.
In addition, the job holder will oversee the effective day to day management of operations in the retail centres within the assigned area and provide leadership and guidance to the respective Retail Centre Managers.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:
* Generate ideas and follow up on their effective execution to ensure achievement of set area targets;
* Drive achievement of set area customer satisfaction target as measured in the CDI through process innovations and staff skill set development;
* Define and implement staff and shop performance indicators and follow up on their measurements;
* Identify and recognize high performance through the laid down processes and procedures;
* Mentor, coach and lead to ensure long term and sustainable high performance;
* Day to day management of staff issues that impact on performance;
* Cash and stock management of all assigned retail centers as per defined business processes.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:
* Degree in a Business discipline and social sciences from a recognized university;
* 6-8 years working experience of which 3 years has to be in Retail Store management in a commercial environment;
* Excellent knowledge of Safaricom products & services;
* Strong leadership skills and be able to analyze and diagnose retail issues;
* Ability to plan, monitor & forecast for resources in all the assigned retail centres, reconcile cash & stock and monitor stock movements;
* Ability to review customer purchasing trends and generate ideas for revenue generation to ensure achievement of set area sales targets;
* Good people management skills and be able to motivate your team to achieve set targets;
* Excellent communication skills with exception interpersonal and report writing skills;
* Highly innovative, creative with excellent analytical and decision making skills.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Tuesday, 31st August 2010.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Limited.
Via email to:hr@safaricom.co.ke

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IT Business Services Quality Analyst. Safaricom Careers

IT Business Services Quality Analyst. Safaricom Careers

Safaricom are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the IT Business Services Department within the Information Technology Division.

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

IT Business Services Quality Analyst Ref: IT_ITBSQA_AUGUST 2010
Reporting to the Principal IT Business Services Quality Analyst; the job holder will provide quality control and analysis on the applications support processes as well as the application performance measurements and that ensure that there is centralized performance objective measurements, analysis and optimization for all business applications and associated products.

Key Responsibilities
* Establish Service Quality Metrics / indicators for service availability management with Monitoring and Measurements on service performance indicators and Reporting;
* Maintaining all ISO documents and ensure they are followed;
* Maintain a profile of software inventory and support contracts to assist in application and vendor portfolio management;
* Analyze applications backup policy procedures and disaster recovery plans;
* End user portfolio analyses based on incidents reported at IT helpdesk skill gap analysis;
* Spearhead IT knowledge base management and FAQ’s;
* Ensure proper software quality assurance test plans are developed and followed.
* Project contributions.
* Cost Containment initiatives for OPEX and CAPEX.
* Service improvement Initiatives with completion & sign off by relevant business units.
* Ensure CDI Planning and implementation for effective Customer Delight Index

Minimum requirements
* Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field;
* 2 years experience in a networked and dynamic environment;
* ITIL Certification a MUST;
* Software Testing and Quality Standards training preferred;
* Knowledge of integrated systems and enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM;
* Programming skills in any 4GL or a functional programming language e.g. SQL;
* UNIX/Microsoft certifications are an added advantage;
* Attention to details and ability to analyze and interpret data;
* Negotiations and problem solving skills;

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 Wednesday 1st August 2010.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

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

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Higher Education Loans Board-HELB- Kenya. Account Managers Job

Higher Education Loans Board-HELB- Kenya. Account Managers Job

HELB is a stale corporation whose mandate is to source funds and provide loans, scholarships and bursaries to Kenyans pursuing higher education in recognized institutions.

Account Relationship Assistants
Are you a go getter?
Are you results driven?
If you believe you are, then you could be the person we are looking for. HELB has opportunities for self motivated individuals to fill the position of Account Relationship Assistant.
We are interested in committed, energetic and highly competent results oriented individuals to join our Loan Recovery team in helping to transform the lives of Kenyans through the provision of loans, bursaries and scholarships.

Reporting to the respective team leaders key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:-
* Provision of personalized service to individual loan accounts and achievement of loan repayment targets.
* Dealing with customer enquiries and correspondence as per the service charter
* Ensuring compliance as per the HELB Act
* Ensuring timely loan recovery through prompt billings and updating of loanee profiles and remittances.
* Carrying out loan recovery inspections.
* Compiling and analyzing daily data and submitting daily reports on loan recovery and repayments
The Board wishes to discuss this position with individuals of high integrity who possess the following:-
* An undergraduate degree in any of the following areas: Finance, Marketing, Business Administration
, Economics, Mathematics, Education, and Arts.
* Possession of professional and post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
* Two to three years working experience in credit management and debt collection skills in a financial services related environment.
* High level of computer literacy
* Highly motivated team players ready to work
with minimum supervision
* Unquestionable integrity

Candidates should enclose up to date CV’s giving among other things, details of day time contacts, names and contacts of three referees, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials so as to reach the office of the Chief Executive Officer on the contact below not later than 10th September, 2010.

HELB will only respond to successful applicants.

The Chief Executive Officer/Board Secretary
Higher Education Loans Board Anniversary Towers, 19th Floor
P.O. Box 69489-00400 Nairobi, Kenya.

HELB is an equal opportunity employer

E-mail: helb@helb.co.ke

Website: www.helb.co.ke

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