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February 25, 2011

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December 3, 2010

Security Manager NGO Job Vacancy at International Medical Corps

Security Manager NGO Job Vacancy at International Medical Corps

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in undeserved communities worldwide.

By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

Closing date: 31 Dec 2010
Location: Kenya – Nairobi


POSITION: Global Roving Security Manager
BASED OUT OF: Nairobi

1. The Global Roving Security Manager (GRSM) will be responsible for advising the various Country Directors on all safety and security related matters.
2. Routinely carry out risk, vulnerability and threat assessments as well as physical security assessments of all sites making prioritized recommendations for improvement and follow through with approved recommendations until fully implemented

December 1, 2010

Regional Security Manager and Logistician Job Vacancy

Regional Security Manager and Logistician Job Vacancy

Description:
CESVI Regional Security Manager and Logistician Job in Kenya

Work Context
Cesvi has in Nairobi a Regional Representation to coordinate the projects and programmes in Kenya, Sudan and Somalia. It is a medium-size operation in terms of projects and expatriate staff. There is also a number of local staff and consultants usually managed by the office.

Regional Security Manager and Logistician
Organisation: CESVI cooperazione e sviluppo – Italy
Job type: Temporary
Duration: 6 months, renewable
Salary: TBD
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Code 77/2010 RSM NAIR

Required Competences
  • Extensive work experience in emergency projects as security manager in post-conflict or conflict environments
  • Good knowledge of logistic measures to support in remote offices
  • Good communication skills, diplomatic (it is essential the cooperation among the main Office in Nairobi and the field offices in the Region
  • Detail oriented, strong organizational

September 23, 2010

Jobs Opportunity Kenya: Logistics And Security Officer NGO Job Kenya

Jobs Opportunity Kenya: Logistics And Security Officer NGO Job Kenya

Horn Relief is an African based international development and humanitarian organization that aims to improve the lives of those who are living in marginalized areas in the Horn of Africa.

We strengthen rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future.

Presently it has programmes focusing on water & sanitation, food security, non-formal education, vocational training, cash relief, as well as humanitarian emergency response. The present donor portfolio includes European Commission, USAID, UNICEF, HRF, Oxfam Novib, and others.

Closing date: 30 Sep 2010
Location: Kenya – Garissa
(must be Kenyan citizen)

General Description of the Role
Under the direct supervision of the ELRI Project Manager, the LSO will be responsible for Horn Relief’s administrative logistics and security with overall control and responsibility over the sections of Procurement, Transportation, Warehousing / Assets, Communication, Equipment Maintenance, and Reporting.

The Logistics and Security Officer will be responsible for ensuring quality in logistics support across Horn Relief HQ, field offices, and projects. You will also ensure the logistics function is delivering timely, cost-effective, high quality and appropriate support; and supporting field teams in achieving and maintaining minimum standards in logistics work.

Responsibilities and Key Duties

Procurement

* Ensure that procurement tracking is current and updated;
* Ensure timely & accurate logistical reporting to Project Manager;
* Continuously assess the market for new procurement opportunities;
* Ensure timely delivery of program supplies to field sites in line with project implementation;
* Assist in the development, monitoring and review of procurement plans.

Transport and Travel
* Manage and coordinate vehicles and drivers currently used by the ELRI team;
* Hire additional vehicles where necessary;
* Ensure that the Drivers fill in the log sheets accurately on daily basis;
* Arrange for road transportation of goods when necessary;
* Ensure that vehicles are periodically scheduled for maintenance;

Warehousing / Assets
* Ensure that all HR assets and equipment used in Garissa are properly assessed and documented (incl. physical location and condition) to contribute to an updated country program asset register;
* Ensure that all documentation is completed and stored in readiness for external and internal audit requirements;
* To carry out periodic stock checks and to provide physical count of random items in storage. To manage all paperwork related to stored items, including Stock Cards, delivery and receipt papers.

Communication/IT
* Ensure logistical support in event of emergency, and that all necessary advance measures have been taken;
* Be responsible for ELRI project cameras, satellite phones and telephones;
* Manage the contract with the internet service provider;
* Provide IT support/networking support when necessary;
* Liaison with other NGOs and UN agencies on logistics issues.

Equipment Maintenance
* Ensure that systems for regular maintenance or repair are implemented for vehicles and other equipment and that routine maintenance and repair of communication and office equipment (computer, radios, satellite phones, power generators) is carried out per schedule.
* Ensure that proper tracking of equipment out for maintenance is followed.
* Provide technical supervision of drivers for matters related to safety and security

Security
* Act as the security focal point for North Eastern Kenya;
* Provide all staff with regular security briefings and updates and ensure that all staffs adhere to security policies and procedures;
* Conduct regular security and risk assessments for all operational areas;
* Supervise the security guards performance in Garissa;
* Ensure that field communications needs are met and that staffs are trained in the use of radios and other communications equipment as necessary;
* Liaise with Kenyan Government Security Agencies, UN Agencies, NGOs and other external actors to gain security information and analysis in NE Kenya.

Others
* Ensuring that bills are paid on time;
* Act as overall compound manager for the Horn Relief office compound in Garissa;
* Making sure that everything at the guesthouse is in order and repairs are undertaken in a timely and quality manner;
* Any other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager.

Skills and Qualifications
* Graduate degree/diploma in Supply chain management or its equivalent in relevant field;
* Post graduate technical training an added advantage;
* Minimum 4 years experience in similar role (NGO field or country head office preferred);
* Knowledge of USAID/OFDA donor regulations will be an added advantage;
* Excellent IT skills, in particular Word, Excel and email is a must;
* Technical IT skills, such as networking and problem solving is an advantage;
* Excellent people management skills and good communicator;
* Highly organized and self-motivated;
* Ability to work under high pressure and prioritize tasks;
* High standard of written and spoken English with spoken Kiswahili and Somali a must.
* Must be originate from Garissa, N.E Kenya

How to apply
Applications should be submitted no later than 30th September, 2010. Horn Relief will conduct interviews on an on-going basis.
The selection committee will review all applications as they arrive. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application package should include the following:
* Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information.
* Resume (including detailed work experience, education/ diplomas/degrees);
* Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

Applications not including all of the above requirements will not be reviewed.

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: Logistics and Security Officer (LSO)

 

September 10, 2010

KCB Head of I.T. Risk & Security

KCB Head of I.T. Risk & Security

Head of I.T. Risk & Security
Job Ref:
 I.T. 03/2010

Reporting to the Divisional Director IT, The position is Responsible for assuring the required level of security, business continuity and risk management according to security policies and standards of an enterprise.

It is also expected to bring the organization’s information security risks under explicit management control through the Information Security Management System.

Key Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of this position will be:
  • Accountable for the security of the core banking system (i.e. T24 security management and administration).
  • Coordinating, developing and enforcing IT policies, standards and procedures.
  • Identifying risks via: analysis of monthly metrics and other indicators; review of IT certification reports, security assessments, requests for policy/standard exceptions and health check results; responding to escalations and queries; regular discussions with the departments; and other means that may be available.

  • Assessing identified risks in conjunction with IT and the business to determine the impact/materiality in terms of financial loss/cost, reputation and/or regulatory risk and the likelihood and potential frequency of such risk occurring.
  • Ensuring appropriate transparency/escalation of all significant risks as appropriate in the weekly and monthly reports, and priority notifications.
  • Ensuring appropriate action plans and delivery dates are in place to address material risks and any open internal or external audit items or regulatory issues, and tracking these actions to completion.
  • Coordinating with internal and external auditors to ensure timely and responsive auditors, appropriate findings, and appropriate management responses and action plans.
  • Coordinating with Operational Risk Control to ensure transparency of risks, appropriate measures in place to mitigate risks to within the Business risk appetite, and a positive and open working relationship.
  • Providing guidance within the departments on topics related to ICT risk management such as achieving compliance with standards and policies, staying within the risk appetite of the KCB.
  • Develop and implement an incidence monitoring, reporting and response system to address the banks security incidents/breaches, respond to alleged policy violation or external parties.
  • Participation in the implementation of the Group Data Protection and Data Confidentiality programs.
  • Implementing and establishing a process for safeguarding authentication devices against interference, loss and theft
  • Establishing and maintaining procedures for maintaining and safeguarding cryptographic keys
  • Responsible for security related tests(e.g. vulnerability, penetration testing)
  • Responsible for the Business Continuity Management for IT tests and Systems
  • Responsible for driving and developing Business Impact Analysis and Risk Control Self Assessment reports.
  • Assessing and approving the IT Recovery Plans and Bank Business Continuity Plans in as far as IT systems are concerned.

September 2, 2010

Operations Manager Job. A Growing Security & Courier Company

Operations Manager Job. A Growing Security & Courier Company

Want to make it big in a fast growing Security & Courier Company
We are a fast growing Security and Courier Company in Kenya. We pride ourselves in delivering customer solutions not just products. Our products are custom made and are synonymous with quality and value.
To support our growing business we now want wish to recruit suitable candidates for the following positions:

Operations Manager (1)
Reporting to the Director Operations and Administration, the purpose of this role will be to achieve and maintain operational efficiency within the Company.
The responsibilities include enhancing relationship with existing customers and supporting business growth through after sales service.

Key Responsibilities
* Leading operations in the company by evaluating customer needs, managing the planning process and ensuring smooth continuity of operations
* Managing Service delivery by setting service standards, ensuring compliance, reviewing processes and seeking feedback from customers and other stakeholders
* Minimization of exposures through Know Your Customer principle.
* Adherence to and application of established policies, processes, procedures to achieve optimal efficiency, compliance and cost containment

Competence required for this position
* Relationship Management Skills
* Good Interpersonal skills
* Strategic thinking
* Personal Motivation
* Good oral and written communication
* Fully conversant with the requirements of labour and related laws in Kenya
* Training and service in any of the Armed Forces or Police is an added advantage

Qualifications
* University Degree from a reputable institution
* At least 5 years successful operations experience in a Security or Service Industry 3 of which must have been in a supervisory or management position
* Practical experience in use of Microsoft Office packages
* Driving License
To apply, send your application letter and updated CV to Email: riley@wananchi.com
or
Director Operations and Administration,
P.O. Box 56152 00200
Nairobi
to reach us not later than 15th Sept. 2010. Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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