Project Coordinator - ICT Firm, Job in Kenya

An ICT firm is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Project Coordinator.

Job Description

Duties will be included the following but not limited to:

• The Proposal Writer is a key contributor and resource to assembling winning proposals.
• Dissects RFP and builds compliance matrix
• Works with proposal development team to articulate win strategy.
• Collects technical data and pricing information from SMEs.
• Creates storyboards and sectional outlines.
• Develops proposal templates and models.
• Composes all bid content (either alone or in conjunction with team), including executive summaries, organization credentials, cost narratives, technical sections, conclusions, etc.
• Interfaces with internal and external partners to implement proposal strategy and meet proposal deadlines.
• Ensures document compliance with RFP criteria, including requirements related to content, formatting, length, layout, etc.
• Monitors changes to solicitation and adjusts work accordingly.
• Assists in facilitating team reviews of work and revises product as required.
• Edits text to ensure that bid is error-free, uniform in tone and style, and adheres to company and client stipulations.
• Works with graphics specialist to create document visuals.
• Pulls proposal together, integrating disparate components into a unified, coherent whole.
• Compiles and ships proposal in timely manner.
• Write clear, persuasive and articulate proposal sections to provide clients with information regarding managerial and technical capabilities.
• Translate technical and corporate solutions into easily understandable text.
• Plan/participate in proposal kickoff and color review meetings.
• Maintain strong working relationships with staff to ensure proposal input is accurate, compelling, and timely.
• This position requires a proactive ability to grasp complex concepts, collaborate with subject matter experts, and present solutions effectively in written and visual format.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required, with a major in English/Communications/Journalism/Marketing preferred.
• Three to five years of relevant experience writing proposals in response to federal government RFPs.
• Effective interviewing and research abilities.
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively with diverse technical staff, subcontractors, and teaming partners and be able to give clear, concise directions and organize large volumes of information.
• Ability to work independently, including prioritizing within demanding time frames.
• Commitment to quality and support of process improvement and implementation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• In-depth understanding of the procurement process.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to compose text that is clear, concise, error-free, and on-message.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and initiatives at one time.
• Ability to prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret federal RFPs.
• Familiarity with RFP compliance regulations and ethics, including recent knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Applications should be sent to info.orcabay@gmail.com by 16th December 2011.

NB: Those who do not meet the above qualifications need not apply.
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Kenya Airports Authority Corporation Secretary / Legal Officer Job in Kenya

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Managing Director the jobholder will be part of the Senior Management team whose role includes the delivery of the Authority’s strategic objectives and specifically providing legal services.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop legal framework to guide the organization achieve its Strategic objectives.
• Provides leadership to the Legal department team
• Provide legal advice to management to ensure that the Authority’s statutory and regulatory obligations are met.
• Negotiates and reviews contracts, agreements, and leases, concessions in consultation with other departments to ensure that the organizations interests are protected and obligations met.
• Provides legal advice on matters relating to claims & litigation management.
• Plans the Board time table , prepares agenda and records the minutes of the Board meetings.
• Provides company secretarial services including statutory filing and compliance of government circulars, returns and coordinates responses to government
• Follows up with management on decisions of the Board to ensure they are implemented
• Ensures KAA complies with the regulatory environment affecting its operations by liaising with the Government and regulatory bodies -International organizations like ACI , ICAO
• Ensures ownership rights of all KAA Assets and land titles for all AuthoriWs properties are obtained, registered and kept in safe custody
• Ensures statutory and regulatory compliance by third parties within and around the airport on safety requirements
• Initiates, promotes , prepares and recommends suitable statutory and regulatory provisions to government / other government bodies / other International regulatory bodies
• Reviews all the organization policies to ensure compliance with statutory obligations
• Carries out legal audit on operations of the Authority including due diligence on business affairs of the Authority in order to recommend on improvement, feedback and compliance
• Ensures the effective implementation and maintenance of KAA Quality Management System
• Ensures safe custody and timely release and recall of contract performance bonds and guarantees
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time by the Board and management

Qualifications and Experience

• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
• Membership to LSK and ICPS(K)
• An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Minimum of ten (10 ) years experience handling legal matters
• Computer literacy
• Masters Degree from a recognized University is an added advantage

Applicants are expected to be of “High Integrity and no criminal record’

How to apply

Interested candidates are required to submit an application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 9th December 2011 to the address below quoting reference on the envelop HRD/CS/NOV-DEC/2011.

Please note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P.O. Box 19001-00501
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Executive Officer Aga Khan University Faculty of Arts and Sciences in East Africa Job in

The Aga Khan University (AKU) is committed to international standards of excellence in education, research and service.

The University strives for quality, access, impact and relevance in all its programmes and selects its faculty, staff and students on the basis of merit, irrespective of gender, race, religion or domicile.

AKU is currently planning a major expansion of its existing work in East Africa, in medicine, nursing and teacher education.

Planning is also underway for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences in East Africa (AKU – FAS, EA) which aims to be an innovative, responsive, accessible and world-class institution, partnering with major international academic institutions.

AKU – FAS, EA is seeking to recruit an appropriately qualified individual as Executive Officer.

Reporting to the Head of Academic Planning, AKU-FAS, EA, s/he will be responsible for the day to day implementation of both the strategic and annual goals and objectives of the planning team.

S/he will be expected to provide leadership in the implementation of the Institution’s philosophy, mission and overall strategy.

Candidate Profile:

The candidate must be able to grasp the practical implications of visions, ideas and community aspirations with an ability to balance the need for continual innovation and the rigours of planning and institution building.

S/he should demonstrate a grasp of complex, rapidly-expanding institutions and multi-faceted relationships.

Requirements:

Candidate should hold a Masters Degree (Ph.D. is desirable) with a proven record of professional integrity, vision-driven leadership, development, motivation of personnel and networking with multiplicity of diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should be a seasoned management professional with at least 10 years experience, 5 of which must be at senior management positions.

To Apply:

Applications including curriculum vitae, and copies of academic and professional certificates and addresses (postal and email) of three referees should be sent to, the

Director, Human Resources,
P.O. Box 30270 - 00100,
Fax: (+254 20) 374 7004, Nairobi, Kenya

or via e-mail: fas.recruitment@aku.edu so as to reach not later than 4th November, 2011.

For more detailed information on this position , please visit: www.aku.edu

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