Job vacancy - Islamic Bookshop Attendant 02/25/2010
Assalam Alekium! We are looking for a Muslim to work for our Islamic bookshop at Adams Arcade opening very soon, inshallah. The Ideal Candidate should possess the below qualities 1. Muslim ( Sunni ) 2. Hard Worker & Honest ( Must have references ) 3. Good Communication Skills in English & Swahili ( Arabic will be an added advantage ) 4. Computer Literate 5. Likes to Read 6. Basic Accounting Knowledge ( Ms Excel ) If you are interested please send your resume directly to Khidher Adam at: khidher.adam@gmail.com Regards Khidher Contract Length: Full-time staff position Description The Academy for Educational Development is recruiting for the position of Regional Representative for East, Central and the Horn of Africa (ECA), based in Nairobi, Kenya. The ECA Regional Representative will lead development of an AED regional office for East, Central, and the Horn of Africa. The primary focus of this position is to create a strong presence in the region for AED, develop new initiatives and evaluate opportunities for partnerships in the East, Central and Horn of Africa, develop and implement a five year strategic development plan for AED in the region, and manage existing programs. The Regional Representative will build relationships with and serve as the organizational focal point for the donor community, foundations, and corporations active in the region. He/she will forge connections with local, national, and regional partners and with skilled professionals in the region, with an eye toward future collaboration. He/she will also assist AED programs with national and regional coordination and will help establish and promote unified policies and procedures for all Kenya-based AED programs. He/she will represent AED and its programs at professional and other meetings in or related to the region. Other duties include working closely with home office departments and coordination of staff security. First consideration will be given to citizens of the ECA region. Requirement:
Application deadline: 18 March 2010 We thank all individuals for their interest in AED, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V Finance Manager - PATH 02/18/2010
Contract Length: Full-time staff position Apply by: 31 March 2010 Description PATH is an international nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. PATH is seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position for a prospective project. The position is contingent on successful award of project funding. Finance Manager - This position will:
The HR Business Partner; PATH; P.O. Box 76634, 00508, Nairobi or Email: kenyahr@path.org Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. PATH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist - PATH 02/18/2010
Apply by: 31 March 2010 Description PATH is an international nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. PATH is seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist for a prospective project. These positions are contingent on successful award of project funding. This position will:
The HR Business Partner; PATH; P.O. Box 76634, 00508, Nairobi or Email: kenyahr@path.org Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. PATH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Title - Regional Director, Kenya Closing Date - 15 Mar 2010 Organisation - Academy for Educational Development URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82KP2P Job Title - Four Senior Positions, Kenya (based in Nairobi) Closing Date - 01 Mar 2010 Organisation - Aidspan URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82LG3G Job Title - Chief of Party, Kenya Closing Date - 05 Mar 2010 Organisation - CHF International URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82QRXN Job Title - Specialist in Health & Medical Services Management , Kenya (Malindi, Magarini and Tana Delta Districts - Coast Province) Closing Date - 28 Feb 2010 Organisation - Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82PFJF Job Title - PROJECT MANAGER, Kenya (Dadaab) Closing Date - 01 Mar 2010 Organisation - Cooperazione E Sviluppo (CESVI) URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82PF5Q Job Title - Country Director, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 05 Mar 2010 Organisation - GOAL URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82RD2Q Job Title - Roving Financial Coordinator, Kenya Closing Date - 05 Mar 2010 Organisation - GOAL URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82LEE2 Job Title - Field Programme Director, Haiti (Nairobi) Closing Date - 09 Mar 2010 Organisation - Handicap International URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82QJ3N Job Title - Health Programme Officer, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 04 Mar 2010 Organisation - International Organization for Migration URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82SD93 Job Title - Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods Advisor (Oxfam GB) , Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 27 Feb 2010 Organisation - Oxfam Great Britain URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82PEFU Job Title - Regional Impact Assessment Adviser, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 01 Mar 2010 Organisation - Oxfam Great Britain URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82QDG5 Job Title - Malaria Technical Advisor, West and Central Africa, Kenya (Washington, DC) Closing Date - 12 Apr 2010 Organisation - Population Services International URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82LR8G Job Title - Call for Consultants, Kenya Closing Date - 01 Mar 2010 Organisation - Practical Solutions Training and Consulting Ltd. URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82QF3N Job Title - Project Development Officer, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 01 Mar 2010 Organisation - Practical Solutions Training and Consulting Ltd. URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82QFD7 Job Title - Programme Administrator, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 05 Mar 2010 Organisation - Save the Children Alliance URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82RFE2 Job Title - Programme Manager, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 14 Mar 2010 Organisation - Save the Children UK URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82RCF9 Job Title - Lead Analyst, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 28 Feb 2010 Organisation - Twaweza East Africa URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82RJ65 Job Title - Learning & Communication Officer, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 28 Feb 2010 Organisation - Twaweza East Africa URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82RHWH Job Title - Communication for Development Specialist, Kenya (Nairobi) Closing Date - 05 Mar 2010 Organisation - United Nations Children's Fund URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-82RMXE Country/Region: Kenya Contract Length: Full-time staff position Apply by: 19 March 2010 Description MSH is seeking candidates for upcoming projects in Kenya. The projects will work with the Government of Kenya and local implementing partners to expand the availability of quality, sustainable, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis prevention, treatment, care and support, along with integrated reproductive health and family planning services. In addition to increasing access to the use of services, the project will also promote healthy behavior among the most at-risk population in Kenyans. These positions are subject to project award. PROJECT DIRECTOR The Project Director will serve as the Institutional Liaison and will be responsible for overall administrative oversight and supervision of the project. S/He will be responsible for planning, implementation, quality management and supervision of all project activities. He / She will work with relevant implementing partners, to monitor the quality of the work of teams, partners, and collaborating agencies under this project. A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in fields related to the successful implementation of this project. An advanced graduate degree in International Public Health or other relevant fields, proven leadership in the administration of large international donor programs and skills in strategic planning, management, supervision and budgeting required. DEPUTY PROJECT DIRECTOR (DPD) / TECHNICAL DIRECTOR The DPD will have responsibility of overseeing the technical management, monitoring and evaluation of key program interventions to support the Government of Kenya to maintain and strengthen the achievements of previous and current investments in the national health system. A Master’s degree in public health or its equivalent, with demonstrated success managing USG funded programs in health systems strengthening, health care financing, capacity development, quality assurance, or performance management related to health care service delivery. MONITORING & EVALUATION (M&E) DIRECTOR The (M&E) Director is responsible for leading the development and implementation of a plan to monitor progress, evaluate effectiveness, and disseminate results of the Project activities and innovations. He / she has the primary responsibility for identifying M&E needs, designing, maintaining data collection systems and ensuring that all necessary information, is collected, analyzed and used in guiding internal project planning and informing external stakeholders. Applicants will possess at least a Masters degree with a minimum of 5 years experience in M&E on health and/or HIV/AIDS programs. Experience on PEPFAR-funded program desired. TECHNICAL ADVISOR, HIV/AIDS The incumbent is a key player in improving the technical service delivery of HIV/AIDS and developing the capacity of client organizations to design guidelines, policies and advocacy initiatives to support technical HIV/AIDS services. S/he is responsible for strengthening the ability of service delivery organizations to improve and sustain high quality HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment services. Applicants will possess a Public Health graduate degree; Medical Degree preferred with at least 5 years relevant experience. He / She will demonstrate ability to transfer skills, supervise complex efforts for a multi-faceted project and possess substantive knowledge of current HIV/AIDS issues and challenges, including PEPFAR requirements. PUBLIC - PRIVATE SECTOR ADVISOR The Public - Private Sector Advisor has primary responsibility for achieving partnerships and increased capacity for the public and private sectors to work together to create an improved environment for the delivery of quality health services and products . The advisor will work with MoH ministries and private sector stakeholders through practical, sustainable public-private sector partnerships for lasting improvement of health services to urban and rural populations and of benefit to both the public and the private sectors. A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with NGOs, public and private sector organizations. Qualifications in public health, international development, or a related field required. Candidate will demonstrate evidence of strong negotiation, leadership and communication skills. GRANTS MANAGER The Grants Manager is responsible for managing the contractor’s grants portfolio in accordance with USAID procedures. The Grants Manager will participate in evaluating grant proposals and budgets and assist applicants in refining them. Applicants will possess a graduate degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a minimum of 5 years substantial experience implementing USAID-supported projects. Candidate will also demonstrate experience in providing TA to collaborating partners and be of high integrity. FINANCE, GRANTS AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTOR The position is responsible for overseeing the finance management, administration, and accountability requirements of the project. He / She will collaborate with the Project Director in assuring that all technical activities under the Project are implemented in a timely and effective manner and in compliance with the terms of the Project contract. He / She is knowledgeable of and adheres to MSH’s and the donor’s Procurement Integrity standards and procedures in all project management responsibilities. He / She will supervise the Project’s Grants management activities. An MBA or equivalent graduate qualification in Management with extensive experience working with USAID contracting, including performance-based contracts, grants and administrative management is essential. A strong understanding of USAID Grant and Contracts policies and regulations is required. TECHNICAL ADVISOR, HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING This position is responsible for providing systems analysis and project oversight to improve the quality, efficiency and sustainability of health program management systems. He / She will work closely with senior management to assess, identify, develop and oversee implementation of interventions to strengthen HIV/AIDS related management systems across a range of areas. Master’s degree in public health, management or other advanced degree in a related field with minimum 5 years relevant. Experience in USAID-funded health projects is highly desirable. CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST He / She is responsible for providing necessary capacity development to people through leadership and management skills enhancement and to organizations, by providing TA in HR, financial management, supply chain and governance training. The specialist collaborates with the Technical Advisors in training support for non-governmental/private voluntary organizations, community based organizations, and faith based organizations which play an implementing role on the project. Master’s degree in public health, management or related field. Minimum of five years experience, in capacity development, planning and budgeting, human resource management, leadership and management, supportive supervision and other related management strengthening expertise at the national, regional and district delivery level. Experience in USAID-funded health projects is highly desirable. TECHNICAL ADVISOR, ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN (OVC) The Technical Advisor, OVC will provide support and technical assistance aimed at improving the lives of children and families affected by HIV and AIDS in Kenya. The emphasis of the Technical Advisor, OVC is to mobilize and support community based responses that will improve the delivery of services to OVC and strengthen systems to ensure sustainable service delivery and protection of OVC. Master’s degree or equivalent experience in public health, or related field. Expertise in OVC program design, implementation, and management. Minimum of 6 years experience in HIV/AIDS, TB, and/or child survival/IMCI projects in Kenya. TECHNICAL ADVISOR, FP/RH The Technical Advisor, FP/RH is responsible for the oversight and technical direction of central, service delivery, community and household-level strategies and interventions to further reduce the unmet need for FP/RH services. Program activities include a full range of FP/RH interventions in the areas of reaching underserved populations, coordinating with social marketing programs, expanding community-based FP/RH services, reducing the unmet need for RH/FP services, and developing innovative approaches to increase the Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR). Master’s degree or equivalent experience in public health, or related field. Expertise in FP/RH program design, implementation, and management. Minimum of 6 years FP/RH related experience preferably in Kenya For further detail and to apply for any of these positions, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com by February 26, 2010. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you cannot apply online, or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org Deputy Country Leader - Kenya 02/16/2010
Contract Length: Full-time staff position Apply by: 28 February 2010 Description PATH is an international nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors. PATH seeks to recruit a Kenyan National to fill the Deputy Country Leader position to support program quality assurance and effectiveness. The Deputy Country Leader will work in a complementary fashion with the Country Leader to effectively lead and manage the Kenya Country Program. The Deputy Country Leader will provide technical support to project teams and to partner organizations to help establish quality, sound, reliable, effective, and efficient project management systems. S/he will work with the project team to develop all projects work plans, budgets and work procedures. S/he will also work closely with and support the finance function in monitoring the grant funds and developing the project’s financial reports to donors. Specific duties:
Masters degree in public health, international management, economic development, social sciences, business, law or equivalent required; minimum ten years managing one or more large projects or offices in developing countries; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills and experience:
The HR Business Partner; PATH; P.O. Box 76634, 00508, Nairobi Log onto the PATH website on the link above to upload your CV; or Email: kenyahr@path.org Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. PATH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Regional Director - Kenya 02/15/2010
Description The Academy for Educational Development is recruiting for the position of Regional Representative for East, Central and the Horn of Africa (ECA), based in Nairobi, Kenya. The ECA Regional Representative will lead development of an AED regional office for East, Central, and the Horn of Africa. The primary focus of this position is to create a strong presence in the region for AED, develop new initiatives and evaluate opportunities for partnerships in the East, Central and Horn of Africa, develop and implement a five year strategic development plan for AED in the region, and manage existing programs. The Regional Representative will build relationships with and serve as the organizational focal point for the donor community, foundations, and corporations active in the region. He/she will forge connections with local, national, and regional partners and with skilled professionals in the region, with an eye toward future collaboration. He/she will also assist AED programs with national and regional coordination and will help establish and promote unified policies and procedures for all Kenya-based AED programs. He/she will represent AED and its programs at professional and other meetings in or related to the region. Other duties include working closely with home office departments and coordination of staff security. First consideration will be given to citizens of the ECA region. Requirement: Masters in one of the following or related fields: Communications, Education, Health, and Marketing; 10 years of relevant experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated abilities in writing proposals and reports; Leadership and organizational skills; facilitation, negotiation and conflict management skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team. Please send resume with cover letter referencing position to kenya@aed.org. Apply by: 15 March 2010 We thank all individuals for their interest in AED, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V Description ARD, Inc. requests expressions of interest from qualified specialists in water and saniation utility operations and management, for a long-term position in ARD’s Sustainable Water and Sanitation in Africa (SUWASA) project office in Nairobi, Kenya. SUWASA is a new regional initiative of the US Agency for International Development, with a mission of fostering the transformation of urban and peri-urban water and sanitation service delivery in Africa to achieve long-term financial sustainability through the application of market-based principles. Over the four-year life of the project, SUWASA will support at least 12 reform activities in multiple countries of sub-Saharan Africa. Position Responsibilities: –Lead the design of SUWASA activiities to support utility reforms that improve service delivery, particularly to the poor. –Assist the Chief of Party in managing SUWASA activities involving utility reforms and service delviery improvements. –Provide technical assistance to individual SUWASA activitities involving utiltiy operations and management. –Coordinate with the international donor community in water and sanitation utility and service delivery reforms. –Draw on existing professional networks and further develop professional network of utility operators in support of SUWASA objectives. Qualifications: –A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with a proven track record in utilty manageement and operations improvements; –Experience in designing, structuring and implementing infrastructure projects for water supply and waste water management; –Advanced degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or other degree relevant to utility operations and management; –Experience in working in a donor-funded environment will be an advantage; –Working experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly with regard to water and sanitation utility operations and management; –Ability to plan, direct, manage, control and take initiatives independently, communicate fluently, work as a team member at a matured level of sensitivity and diplomacy in dealing with key stakeholders; –Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in French is desirable. To apply: Please email full, current CV in reverse chronological format to pgaetjens@ardinc.com. Please refer to “Water Utilities Specialist” in the subject line. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted. ARD, Inc. is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations—in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. ARD, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by: 11 April 2010 Website: www.ardinc.com Description ARD, Inc. requests expressions of interest from qualified specialists in infrastructure finance and water supply and sanitation sector reform for a long-term position in ARD’s Sustainable Water and Sanitation in Africa (SUWASA) project office in Nairobi, Kenya. SUWASA is a new regional initiative of the US Agency for International Development, with a mission of fostering the transformation of urban and peri-urban water and sanitation service delivery in Africa to achieve long-term financial sustainability through the application of market-based principles. Over the four-year life of the project, SUWASA will support at least 12 reform activities in multiple countries of sub-Saharan Africa. Position Responsibilities: –Lead the design of SUWASA activiities to support water sector reforms and implementation of innovative financing approaches to water and saniation investments. –Assist the Chief of Party in managing SUWASA activities involving sectoral and financial reforms. –Provide technical assistance to individual SUWASA activitities involving sectoral and financial reforms. –Coordinate with the international donor community and financial institutions involved in water and sanitation reform and finance. Qualifications: –A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with a proven track record in infrastructure and utility reforms, particularly in the water and sanitation sector; –Experience in designing, structuring and implementing infrastructure projects for water supply and waste water management, preferably with private sector participation in finance, construction, and management; –Demonstrated experience in in-depth feasibility analysis, particularly in financial modeling, for medium to large-sized infrastructure construction projects and familiarity with concepts of financial and operational risk management; –In-depth knowledge of approaches to partial risk guarantees in the context of structuring complex projects for private participation in infrastructure (PPI), from ‘take-or-pay’ and demand-based guarantee mechanisms to more advanced performance-based models. –Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Master of Business Administration, or any other relevant financial degree; –Experience in working in a donor-funded environment will be an advantage; –Working experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly with regard to reforms in water and sanitation will be an advantage; –Ability to plan, direct, manage, control and take initiatives independently, communicate fluently, work as a team member at a matured level of sensitivity and diplomacy in dealing with key stakeholders; –Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Fluency in French is desirable. To apply: Please email full, current CV in reverse chronological format to pgaetjens@ardinc.com. Please refer to “Water Reform Finance Specialist” in the subject line. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted. Apply by: 11 April 2010 ARD, Inc. is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations—in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workforce. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. ARD, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Website: www.ardinc.com |