Jobs in Kenya

October 20, 2010

Finance Operation Manager Job, Manpower Services Jobs

Finance Operation Manager Job, Manpower Services Jobs

Finance and Operation Manager – Kenya Job Ref. MN 4569
Our client, an International Health NGO wishes to fill the position of Finance and Operations Manager – Kenya.

The Finance and Operations Manager oversees the overall operational and financial function of the organization in Kenya.

Job Profile
* Accounting & Reporting in line with organization and donor requirements.
* Reviews, plans and processes the local cash flow including fund transfers and requests to Headquarters.
* Ensures development and implementation of administrative and personnel systems in the country office.
* Supervises the administrative assistants and other office support staff.
* Oversees local procurement of equipment and supplies in compliance with procurement guidelines.
* Oversees the upkeep of the office, ensuring a constant availability of office supplies, needed repairs and daily cleaning, security, maintenance, including IT equipment.
* Preparation of annual work plan related budgets for project areas.

Accountants, Legal Officer, Real Estate Jobs

Accountants, Legal Officer, Real Estate Jobs

Due to rapid growth and expansion of operations, a Real Estate Development Company is looking for dynamic and pragmatist professional to fill the following vacancies;

1. Architects – (with BORAQS registration)
Two posts
* Should be conversant with Archicad (especially in building modeling), Artlantis Render
* Knowledge of Adobe photoshop and Adobe Illustrator will be an added advantage
* Registered Architect.

2. Assistant Project Manager (Construction Projects)
One post
* Bachelors Degree in Construction related fields
* Masters in Project Management or Construction Project Management
* Must have three years practical experience in construction Projects management.
* Computer knowledge on relevant applications in project management is essential.

3. Facilities/ Estate (Property) Manager
One post
* Bachelors Degree in Land economics or related Construction fields
* Must have a minimum of three years of practical experience in a similar post in a busy environment especially in estate management.
* Knowledge of relevant computer application systems is essential.

4. Legal Officer
One Post
* Must have an LL.B Degree from a reputable University
* Must have 4 -5 years experience on commercial Law and Conveyancing.
* Must have ability to work with external legal officers and follow up on any litigation work they are handling.
* Must be an admitted advocate with a current registration certificate.
* CPS(K) will be an added advantage

Secretary And Court Clerk Job In Nairobi

Secretary And Court Clerk Job In Nairobi

Secretary / computer literate court clerk required to work in a busy law firm based in West-lands.
Experience with working in a law firm an added advantage.

Ability to work long hours unsupervised
Urgently email CV and copies of your certificates to the following address with a daytime telephone contact..
Email: marialaw25@yahoo.com

 

Transport Manager Job Vacancy

Transport Manager Job Vacancy

A leading tours and transport company based in Nairobi is looking for a suitably qualified candidate with the following key competences:
* Ability to manage, supervise, coach, motivate, and develop a team to achieve effective delivery of quality services.
* Knowledgeable in new labour laws.
* Ability to complete in-depth analysis, formulate and implement commendations to produce cost effective options
* Well informed and abreast of new developments in transport management logistics and operation systems.
* Excellent communication skills with ability to produce detailed reports and presentations
* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to plan, co-ordinate and work under pressure
* Ability to provide leadership with strong negotiating skills to influence others to reach consensus and ensure on time performance.

Education: A university degree or higher diploma in Mechanical Engineering, logistics, administration, management or related fields with at least 3 years experience in related or comparative field and be computer literate.

Aga Khan University Jobs in Kenya

Aga Khan University Jobs in Kenya

The Aga Khan University, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:

Full Time Faculty, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Reporting to the Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, the incumbent will provide specialist services in family planning/ HIV/ reproductive health, in addition to general Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

S/he will be involved in teaching of residents, provision of administrative leadership and participation in departmental and organizational performance improvement activities.

Applicants should hold a MMed (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) or its equivalent and Specialist recognition in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

S/he should have at least two (2) years of experience in family planning, reproductive health and HIV care and be registered/ eligible for registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board.

Market Analyst

Reporting to the Executive Officer, Faculty of Arts and Science, East Africa, the Market Analyst will initially work as part of a team together with a major international firm in an initial market study, and will then lead a team of 2 to continue analysis of current and future demands of various stakeholders as well as supply and environmental factors such as student, faculty and staff intake and feasibility of various programmes.

Applicants for the position should have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area (e.g. BComm Marketing or Economics) with at least 2 years of field experience. A Master’s degree would be desirable. S/he should have an eye for detail, with exceptional organizational skills, and should be able to work with a fast-moving team in a goal-oriented environment. Prior research experience is desirable. The candidate should be creative and flexible.

Finance and Operation Manager Job in Kenya

Finance and Operation Manager Job in Kenya

Finance and Operation Manager - Kenya
Job Ref. MN 4569

Our client, an International Health NGO wishes to fill the position of Finance and Operations Manager - Kenya.

The Finance and Operations Manager oversees the overall operational and financial function of the organization in Kenya.

Job Profile


    * Accounting & Reporting in line with organization and donor requirements.
    * Reviews, plans and processes the local cash flow including fund transfers and requests to Headquarters.
    * Ensures development and implementation of administrative and personnel systems in the country office.
    * Supervises the administrative assistants and other office support staff.
    * Oversees local procurement of equipment and supplies in compliance with procurement guidelines.
    * Oversees the upkeep of the office, ensuring a constant availability of office supplies, needed repairs and daily cleaning, security, maintenance, including IT equipment.
    * Preparation of annual work plan related budgets for project areas.

Personal Profile

    * University degree in finance, accounting, business or any other related field.
    * Masters degree will be a definite advantage.
    * CPA(K).
    * Sound knowledge of administrative procedures and financial reporting standards.
    * Sound knowledge of working methods, guidelines and rules for accounting in donor funded institutions
    * 4 - 5 years experience at senior management level.
    * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

UNHCR Assistant Field Officer Jobs in Kenya

UNHCR Assistant Field Officer Jobs in Kenya

Assistant Field Officer

4 Positions

National Professional Officer (NOA)

Location: Dadaab, Kenya

The Branch Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Kenya is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan Nationals as Assistant Field Officers at the National Professional Officer Level (NOA).

Applicants should hold a university degree (BA) in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Social Science, Business Administration or related Field.

Applicants should also possess good analytical and writing skills, good interpersonal skills and ability to comfortably work in a multicultural environment.

Experience required: At least 6 years of job experience and at least 4 years in the same functional area.

GTZ Radio Technician Job in Kenya

GTZ Radio Technician Job in Kenya

GTZ is looking for qualified personnel to fill this available position in the “Police Capacity Building Project “Programme.

Radio Technician

Management / Operational responsibilities (Where applicable)

Operations: Implement the installations of Communication equipment in set-up radio rooms or vehicles as per directions.

Reporting: Participate in the production of Periodic reports within the dept.

Main Activities (Not exclusive)

Operations:

    * Set-up the communications equipment installations in radio rooms and mobile vehicles in the areas of project implementation within the given guidelines.
    * Share expertise with staff working under you.
    * Consult external support and expertise if required under the approval of the Project Manager.
    * Provide advice and solutions to improve the performance of the technical department and contribute to the achievement of set goals.

Reporting:

    * Contribute in the production of periodic activity reports reflecting established performance indicators.

Kernel Consulting Data Analysts Jobs in Kenya

Kernel Consulting Data Analysts Jobs in Kenya

Ref: DA/R/05/2010

The Company:

Founded in 2009, the Kernel Consulting plays a pivotal role in Research, Policy Analysis and Financial/Management Consultancy services, throughout the Horn of Africa region. The Kernel consulting is a research organization/entity, registered in Kenya.

We operate primarily in the Great Lakes region but are happy to assist clients elsewhere, internationally.

Our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every client by offering outstanding customer service, increased flexibility, and greater value, thus optimizing business performance and improving operational efficiency, as well as for policy formulation. We are young, creative and engage in research projects that produce reliable, relevant and actionable results.

Our consultants are distinguished by their functional and technical expertise combined with their hands-on experience, thereby ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and professional service.

To support the Research division to meet its goals and objectives, we are seeking to recruit Data Analysts.

Duties and Responsibilities

    * Perform data analyses and interpretation from collected data
    * Complete project reports as per agreed schedules, for clients
    * Ensure research briefs for clients are in line with agreed standards
    * Drive Research Process with Research Houses
    * Analyze and interpret results to deliver business case needs
    * Maintain brand knowledge base
    * Compile data for ad hoc requests
    * Prepare reports/presentations of research, consumer insights and conclusions in order to provide actionable recommendations to audience
    * Manage the Research Budget

DRC Agricultural Development long and short term technical specialists

DRC Agricultural Development long and short term technical specialists

Chemonics International is seeking long and short-term professionals for an anticipated 5-year USAID-funded project in Kenya focusing on increasing food security and agricultural productivity of staple foods in selected regions.

We are seeking specialists in the following areas:

    * Food Security
    * Staple foods production and value chains – maize, sorghum, cassava, yams
    * Nutrition
    * Farmer association development
    * Harvesting, storage and processing
    * Sanitary and phytosanitary measures
    * Microfinance and SME finance
    * Public-private partnerships
    * Rural infrastructure
    * Agriculture and trade policy and institutional environment
    * Gender and youth empowerment
    * Water resource management, ecological sustainability & pest management
    * Capacity building and training

Qualifications:

Chemonics Kenya Regional Program Manager Job Vacancy

Chemonics Kenya Regional Program Manager Job Vacancy

Chemonics seeks a regional program manager (RPM) for an anticipated three-year project in Kenya funded through USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI).

The program will continue and build on ongoing efforts to provide support to Kenyan civil society and government actors in the period leading up to and following planned elections in 2012 and will be implemented primarily through grants under contract.

The RPM reports to the Chief of Party in the field, and responsibilities include:

    * manage the program’s anticipated field offices, including financial and administrative management and compliance;
    * program development and implementation;
    * grant development and implementation;
    * participate in the development of regional strategies and proposed activities, including the identification of potential grantees and the development and implementation of small grant activities;
    * advise the program’s senior management team on the political and economic context in his/her area of focus in order to inform programming;
    * supervise and provide training and technical support to project staff in field offices.

The RPM will be based in one of the project’s field offices outside of Nairobi, anticipated in Eldoret and Kisumu, with frequent travel within Kenya.

Qualifications:

    * Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
    * Minimum 2 years relevant experience working in field operations in unstable environments, with a minimum of one year supervisory management experience strongly preferred, including experience in supervising and training local personnel.
    * Experience managing donor-funded grants programs, with demonstrated experience managing USAID funded grants under contracts strongly preferred.
    * Understanding of applicable USAID policies and procedures with regard to financial management, procurement and grants management requirements required.
    * Experience working on international donor-funded programs required.
    * Experience working for a USAID contractor or international NGO managing and implementing programs field programs strongly preferred.

Structural Detailing Draftsman And Engineer Jobs Kenya

Structural Detailing Draftsman And Engineer Jobs Kenya

Steel Structures Ltd
We are the leading Structural Steel Fabrication Company in the East and Central African Region.

We have the following vacancies at our offices based Nairobi, Kenya.
Senior Engineer

Required Qualifications/Experience
· Bsc. Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering.
· 5 years experience and sound knowledge in the processes involved in steel fabrication.
·Have experience at a senior level in management of structural steel related projects.

Structural Detailing Draftsman

Required Qualifications/Experience
· Diploma in Engineering.
· 3 year’s experience in a busy drawing office.
·Experience in structural steel detailing.
· Be able to work with minimal supervision

MicroSave Financial Analyst Consultant Job

MicroSave Financial Analyst Consultant Job

MicroSave is a market leader in providing consulting services to retail financial institutions in Africa from offices in Kenya and Uganda.

Clients in Kenya have included leading commercial banks, microfinance banks, SACCOs, and microfinance institutions and multilateral and bi-lateral donors.

With increasing demand for our services throughout 15 countries in Africa. MicroSave intends to recruit a Consultant (Financial Analyst) to join its team in Kenya.

For more details on MicroSave see www.microsave.org

Job description: The Consultant (Financial Analyst) will be responsible for assisting MicroSave clients with:
* Business planning arid financial modeling,
* Financial Management and analysis,
* Costing/Pricing of Financial Services,
* Planning/Implementing product Pilot-Tests and Rollouts,
* Process re-engineering, and
* Policies and Procedures.

The Consultant (Financial Analyst) will be based in Nairobi but with extensive travel in the region.

Applicants are expected to have experience in business planning, financial modeling, financial management and costing/budgeting.

Experience: Interested persons should have:
* At least 5 years professional experience in banking and/or microfinance,
* Supervisory/managerial capacity,
* Delivery of technical assistance programmes,
* Experience in working in East/Southern Africa, and
* Previous consulting experience is an advantage.
Skills: This position requires a wide range of skills and experience:
* Strong cost accounting skills,
* Business planning including financial modeling and budgeting,
* Strong field orientation and proven inter personal skills,
* Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and
* English language speaking and writing ability and a professional demeanor.

Ukulima Sacco Society Limited Jobs Kenya

Ukulima Sacco Society Limited Jobs Kenya

Mission: To provide quality savings, credit and front office (FOSA) facilities that enhance members’ economic and social empowerment with maximum returns.

We are a member based countrywide SACCO Society with its headquarters in Nairobi and wish to fill in the following vacant positions:

1. Senior Accountant 1 Position
The Holder of this position will be reporting to the Finance Manager
Main Duties
* Producing monthly trial balances, bank reconciliation statements and other financial reports in accordance with IAS’s and other Regulations
* Preparation of timely and accurate management reports on issues that fall under his/her Division
* Review of subsidiary ledgers and reconciliations to general ledger
* Review bank reconciliation on weekly basis and ensure all reconciling items are fully explained
* Assisting in preparation of final accounts
* Maintain SACCO Fixed Assets register
* Maintenance of creditors’ and debtors accounts and records, through strict adherence to the laid down controls and financial regulations of the Society.
Academic/Professional Qualifications
* Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration (accounting / finance option) and CPA (K) with 4 years of relevant experience or:
* CPA (K) or equivalent and diploma in Cooperative Management with 6 years relevant experience.
* Thorough Knowledge of financial and accounting software packages and high level of computer literacy.

2. Accountant I 2 Positions
Reporting to the Senior Accountant
Main Duties
* Maintaining and updating the general Ledger;
* Updating cashbooks, Petty Cashbooks and preparation of Bank Reconciliation statements;
* Organizing and taking charge of the Accounts General
* Controlling of all accounting documents including assets
* Supervising cash office and cheque writing operations
* Authorization of refunds.
Academic/Professional Qualifications
* Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration (accounting / finance option) and CPA III with 2 years of
* relevant experience or:
* CPA III and diploma in Cooperative Management with 3 years relevant experience.
* Thorough Knowledge of financial and accounting software packages and high level of computer literacy.

3. Internal Auditor I 1 Position
Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager.
Main Duties
* Assisting in preparation of audit programmes and carrying out routine audit within the Society’s operations and activities;
* Recommending systems of internal controls and checks;
* Implementing the recommendations of the external auditors;
* Carrying out audit investigations, Undertaking financial, operational and investigative audits
* Assist in designing, developing and updating the internal audit manual detailing audit plans
* Assist in preparing audit reports, queries and observations
* Facilitating the periodic review of internal control systems to ensure their adequacy to prevent errors and irregularities
* Carrying out a review of accounting, financial and budgetary systems
* Ascertaining compliance with established, policies, plans, procedures and processes in the Society
* Reviewing and appraising the soundness, adequacy and application of accounting financial and other operating controls and promoting effective controls;
Academic/Professional Qualifications
* Be in possession of Bachelor in Commerce or Business Administration (accounting / finance option) and CPA III with 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position or;
* CPA III and diploma in Cooperative Management or Cooperative Audit with 3 years relevant experience.
* Be in possession of CISA Certification

Audit, Secretarial, Administrative And Procurement Jobs In Kenya

Audit, Secretarial, Administrative And Procurement Jobs In Kenya
Applications are invited for the following posts:

1. Senior Administrative Assistant (City Centre Campus)

Minimum Requirements:
* A Second Class Honors (Lower Division) Degree from a recognized University.
* A CPS (Certified Public Secretary) II certificate or better.
* Three (3) years working experience in a university particularly in student administration.
* In addition, they must be computer literate.
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties among others:
* Assist in the running of a busy City Center Campus
* Prepare timetables
* Assist in the running of academic programmes including administration of examinations.
* Attend to student matters
* Be secretary to Faculty Board meetings
* Liaise with the Main Campus on various matters

2. Assistant Internal Auditor
This is a responsible position in the department and applicants are expected to be dynamic individuals who are able to multi task, team players and result oriented.

Minimum requirements:
* Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Management.
* They should also be fully qualified accountants.
* However, applicants with CPA II with long working experience will also be considered.
* Knowledge and working experience with Computer Accounting Software and Microsoft Office is mandatory.
* Minimum of five (5) years working experience in a reputable organization in an internal audit department.

Safaricom Senior IT Solutions Architect Kenya Job

Safaricom Senior IT Solutions Architect Kenya Job

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the IT Innovation 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:
 
Senior IT Solutions Architect Ref: IT_SITSA_OCT_ 2010
Reporting to the Manager, Analysis & Architecture the holder of the position will create technical solutions for business problems, act as technical subject matter expert on IT systems, and provide technical proposals for implementation either to cover existing functionality gaps or to generate new innovative commercial products and business services.

Key Responsibilities
 
Technical Solution Design

* Translate documented business requirements into technical solution design for implementation;
* Provide solution architecture input into all new system tenders and oversee the development solutions as per the agreed architecture.

 
Enterprise Architecture
* Maintain up to date Enterprise Architecture and IT services catalogue documentation;
* Proactively communicate to business stakeholders on the available IT capabilities.
 

UNICEF Job Vacancy For A Nutrition Specialist

UNICEF Job Vacancy For A Nutrition Specialist

UNICEF Somalia Vacancy
 
Announcement Ref: UNSOM/2010/032
Title: Nutrition Specialist
Category and Grade Level: National Officer – NOC IMISNO: 68624
Type of Contract: Fixed Term – 1 Year
Organization Unit: Accelerated Child Survival and Development
Duty Station: UNICEF Somalia – (USCC, Nairobi)
Date of Issue: 19 October 2010
Closing date of Application: 31 October 2010

If you are qualified Kenyan National and looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the post of Nutrition Officer, with UNICEF Somalia, to be based in USSC, Nairobi with travel to Somalia.


If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.
 
The successful candidate will be offered a Fixed Term Appointment for one year. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
 
Purpose of the Post:
 
Under the supervision of the Senior Nutrition Manager, contribute to programme planning, administration, implementation and evaluation of programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting.
 
Major duties and responsibilities:
 
* Provide technical leadership to UNICEF zonal offices and partners in expending interventions for the management of acute malnutrition (SC, OTP, SFP) and nutrition information management.

* Ensure a strategic review of the most critical needs in management of acute malnutrition that can be addressed in the current context and devise a programmatic response (with the nutrition cluster/partners).

* Provide day-to-day continuity and support in the management of the UNICEF national programme, including financial, administrative, and legislative support (with support from zonal Nutrition Specialists and the Senior Nutrition Manager).

* Identify gaps in data collection and ensure that necessary evidence is collected, interpreted and used for program management as well as shared with partners.

* Ensure experience, lessons and evidence is documented and disseminated within Somalia nutrition cluster/partners as well as regional and global forums.

* Identify needs for specialized technical assistance/consultancy and initiate and manage consultancies (e.g. for program communication, development of training materials, ETC.)
 

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