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 Institute of Supplies Management Professional (KISMP) -Trainers in Procurement and Supply Management needed

The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management is the professional body for procurement and supply management established under the Supplies Practitioners Management Act No. 17 of 2007.

The Act of parliament provides for the registration, training, regulation, and licensing of procurement and supply professionals in Kenya.

As part of its training mandate, KISM intends to deliver the following training programs in 2012:

1. Supply chain management,
2. Strategic procurement management,
3. Public procurement,
4. Public private partnerships,
5. Projects management,
6. Procurement leadership,
7. Procurement review and audit,
8. International logistics,
9. Integrity and ethics in procurement,
10. Customer service management;
11. Regional conference on procurement

To deliver these programs and others, KISM hereby invites interested trainers to express their interest in any of the fields.

The applicants should have the following minimum qualifications:

• First degree AND a Masters degree in any field;
• Post graduate professional qualification in procurement and supply; or in the respective field of study for other disciplines;
• Registered member of KISM in good standing; or other professional body for other disciplines;
• Holders of KISM Supplies Practitioners License in good standing. Those without practitioners licenses may apply to KISM in the usual manner using forms available in the KISM website before submitting their expressions of interest. Those from other professional disciplines will submit copies of the licenses from their respective professional bodies.
• At least 8 years experience in the field of training; conversant with adult training methods.
• The trainers should be fluent in both written and spoken English.

Applicants are requested to submit their written applications enclosing a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of degree certificates, diplomas, registration certificate, Supplies Practitioners Licenses or similar from other professional disciplines.

The deadline for submission of expressions of interest by hard copy or email is 16 January 2012.

Late applications will not be considered.

Successful applicants are expected to commence work intermittently from February 2012.

The Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Institute of Supplies Management
Cambrian Building, 2nd Floor, Moi Avenue; Nairobi, Kenya
Tel +254 (020) 2213908-10 / (020) 3505992
Fax: +254 (020) 2213911
Mobile: +254 (0)721244828
Email: admin@kism.or.ke
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The Donkey Sanctuary Lamu - Project Manager Job in Kenya

The Donkey Sanctuary Kenya is currently restructuring the existing donkey welfare programmes based in Lamu and is looking for a Project Manager to take this process forward.

Reporting to the Country Manager, who is based in Nairobi, you will be responsible for reviewing existing working practices and managing the team.

Overall Purpose

To be responsible for the veterinary elements of the Lamu project, community based admin, including overall budgetary control; additional responsibilities for developing and managing community based partnership programme.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure care and welfare of the donkeys is improved in accordance with the aims and objectives of The Donkey Sanctuary Kenya and it’s code of practice;
• Responsibility for managing and administering project funds including the preparation of monthly financial reports for the Country Manager, and Finance/ Admin officer in Nairobi.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in line with approved and agreed country strategy and work plans;
• Explore and develop relations and potential collaboration with individuals and organisations (including community groups, government and non-governmental organisations);
• Explore possibilities for sustainability mechanisms;
• Manage and develop team and establish clear lines of communication throughout the project;
• Ensure team work plans and key performance indicators are linked to the organisation’s objectives;
• Ensure efficient and cost effective operation of all activities and effective management of all assets; and
• Document all programme activities and report progress and impact through monthly progress reports to Country Manager.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Essential:

• Degree in veterinary medicine;
• Three years experience in veterinary work following graduation;
• Excellent written and spoken Kiswahili;
• Good written and spoken English;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages;
• Experience of managing a team; and
• Current valid driving license.

Desirable:

• Experience in community based development interventions;
• Experience in office administration;
• Ability to prepare and manage a budget;
• Experience in community outreach, networking and collaboration;
• Experience of working for an animal welfare organisation; and
• Experience of living/working in a coastal community.

Personal Attributes:

Ability to present a positive, professional image of the organisation at all times.

Applications together with a detailed CV indicating the current and expected salary, and names and addresses of three professional referees plus their day time contacts should be sent to recruitment@thedonkeysanctuarykenya.org to be received not later than 25th November, 2011.

Do NOT send certificates or any other attachments at this stage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Project Assistant and Research Assistant Jobs in Kenya

A leading banking institution hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and self-motivated candidates with proven track record to fill the positions advertised below.

The ideal candidates must be persons of high integrity, hardworking, able to work with minimum supervision, possess good interpersonal and analytical skills, as well as be resourceful and self-motivated.

Kindly note that these positions require flexibility for periodic travel within the country.

Job Title: Research Assistant

Terms of Employment: Contract, 2 years

Location: Nairobi

Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be expected to carry out the following research activities and specific mandates:

• Assisting in the development of the research approach and data collection instruments; and in the selection of statistical techniques, where needed.
• Collecting and compiling data and information, including literature reviews.
• Applying standard methods of statistical analysis and/or qualitative analysis to analyse data as required.
• Carrying out fieldwork, interviews and focus groups discussions.
• Assisting in documenting research results and compiling detailed output reports and highlighting findings and recommendations.
• Assisting in Global Positioning System (GPS) mapping as guided.
• Assisting with other research activities as directed.

Academic Qualifications

The ideal candidates should:

• Be a holder of a Masters Degree in Sociology, Economics or related discipline from a recognized university.
• Have certification in analytical software packages, including: Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), Statistical Analysis System (SAS).

Other Key Attributes

The ideal candidates should have the following attributes:

• Good knowledge and understanding of the structure, key players and role of the financial sector in Kenya.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in conducting data analysis and surveys in developing countries. Experience of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies would be an added advantage.
• Should have knowledge on data analysis software such as SAP and SPSS and other fundamental computer programmes.
• Demonstrable experience in conducting and analyzing field research and managing a local research team.
• Should have prior experience in the use of GPS mapping techniques and in the use of the relevant equipment.
• Should have basic proficiency in the use of (or the aptitude to master at short notice) electronic audio-visual recording media for use in data collection and transcription.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write and edit technical information.
• Demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented and able to interpret results in written form.
• Willingness and ability to spend extensive periods of time in remote areas throughout Kenya.
• Punctuality, willingness to take initiative, ability to multitask, and willingness to work long hours and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.

Job Title: Project Assistant

Terms of Employment: Contract, 2 years

Location: Nairobi

Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be expected to carry out the following project management and administrative tasks and specific mandates:

• Conducting project management, monitoring and reporting as required.
• Assisting in logistics, planning and coordinating of meetings, workshops, forums (expert panel interviews and focus group discussions).
• Assisting in compiling and transcribing the deliberations during the meetings, workshops and forums.
• Assisting with other research activities alongside the project research team, as required, including:

1. Development of questionnaires and data collection forms.
2. Collection and compiling of data and information, including, literature reviews required.
3. Carrying out fieldwork, interviews and focus groups.
4. Documenting results and preparing output reports.

The candidates should have the following qualifications, acquired through a combination of formal education, previous experience, and/or on-the-job training:

Academic Qualifications

• Be a holder of a Masters Degree in Social Sciences, Finance, Economics or related discipline from a recognized university.
• Certificate in Financial Management or Accounting is an added advantage.
• Certificate in Project Management is an added advantage.

Other Key Attributes

• Have capacity to organize logistics in diverse parts of Kenya. Experience working in the field of international development is an added advantage.
• Knowledge and on the job experience in project management, desktop publishing and event management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required purposely for organizing and participating in focus group discussions in a number of locations in the country.
• Experience in program management and logistics; capacity to organize logistics in diverse parts of Kenya.
• Good report writing skills; detail oriented and able to interpret results in written form.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili is a must.
• Reasonably conversant with the basic structure, key stakeholders and role of the financial sector in Kenya.
• Basic proficiency in use of (or the aptitude to master at short notice) electronic audio-visual recording media for use in data collection and transcription.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to spend extensive periods of time in remote areas throughout Kenya.
• Punctuality, willingness to take initiative, multi-tasking, and willingness to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in administration as well as some experience in conducting data analysis and surveys in developing countries.

If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself proactive, self-driven and up to the challenge, please send an application letter and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, and copies of the following documents to the address indicated below:

• Transcripts of Academic Records;
• Records of Previous employment; and
• Any other relevant documents

The Advertiser
DNA 1153,
P.O. Box 49010 00100 GPO

So as to be received on or before November 23, 2011

Note:

• Applications received after deadline will not be considered.
• Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing, either directly or indirectly, will result in automatic disqualification of the affected applicant.

The leading banking institution is an equal opportunity employer.
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Projects Manager Construction Company Job in Kenya

We are a construction company involved in Building & Civil works, Real Estate and Water Sewerage Systems with operations in Kenya, South Sudan and looking to grow into Rwanda.

We are looking to recruit a highly qualified and motivated individual, to fill the position of Projects Manager.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will head the technical/projects department and will be responsible for the overall planning, execution and monitoring of all projects so as to ensure that all project timelines, budgets and profitability projections, have been met to the highest possible quality standards within the project specifications.

S/he will also be in charge of all the construction related resources and the relevant staff.

Desired Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• BSc Civil Engineering and a Diploma in project/construction management from recognized institutions
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage
• A post graduate qualification in Project Management is mandatory.
• More than 12 years postgraduate experience majorly in building projects, 8 years should be in a senior supervisory or management position.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Projects
• Registration with ERB and membership with IEK shall be added advantage
• Must have hands-on experience in BOQ preparation and tendering procedures
• Must be above the age of 35 years
• Must have strong and proven project management skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of the teams.
• The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the construction sites.
• Sound management skills
• Works well under pressure and thrives in challenges

If your experience and competencies match the above specifications please send your cover letter and detailed CV, indicating the names of three professional referees and stating your current and expected remuneration to projects.recruit@gmail.com to reach us not later than 18th November 2011.

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Regional Program Quality Manager Horn Relief Job in Kenya

Position Title: Regional Program Quality Manager

Program / Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Reporting to: Regional Program Director

Working with: Country Directors, Program Managers, and Program Coordinators

Proposed Start date: 1st December 2011

Programme / Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel into the field

Duration: 2 years (Renewable)

Salary Grade: International Grade B

Organizational Background

Horn Relief is an Africa based international development and humanitarian organization.

At Horn Relief, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. We believe that environmental protection is the bedrock of a thriving community, so we aim to prevent, manage, and overcome situations that adversely affect communities’ wellbeing by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid and Influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Horn Relief has programs in Somalia, Kenya and shortly beginning work in South Sudan. Our current donor portfolio includes European Commission, USAID, SIDA, CIDA, UNICEF, Government of Netherlands and others.

Position Summary

The Regional Program Quality Manager will provide the technical support to all Horn Relief projects, ensuring that their design, development, implementation and review processes meet the required quality standards.

The position holder will be responsible for coordinating the technical formulation, planning, and implementation of activities into the integrated monitoring, evaluation and learning plan. S/he will support the Country programs.

The position holder will also be responsible for capacity development for staff in program results and quality management. This position will be key in promoting improved program results and cross-learning within Horn Relief’s thematic areas.

The role will support the emergence of promising/best practices and ensure that these are replicated across the organization. The position holder will participate actively in fulfilling the organization’s overall program quality and reporting for results

Position purpose:

1. To support the development of relevant monitoring and evaluation systems and mechanisms for country programs across the region
2. To ensure principles of quality and accountability are integrated into the overall monitoring, evaluation and the management of our country programs;
3. To support the building of local capacity on critical M&E, quality and accountability skills, to ensure sustainability of the systems put in place.
4. To monitor, support and disseminate program evaluations across the country programs
5. To ensure learning is embedded throughout the project management cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring and Evaluation

Develop and ensure application of proper monitoring, tracking and reporting systems, tools and templates that

(a) enable and enhance regular monitoring of outputs and program quality across Horn Relief’s country programs,

(b) generate quality evidence in various program levels (monitoring of inputs, outputs, outcomes, etc.) by tracking outputs and progress towards program quality,

(c) promote and ensure use of data for decision making processes, etc.

• Work with Country Programs to design and support M&E processes and procedures that ensure integrated approach to program implementation in multi-sector programs.
• Provide the technical support for conducting assessments through developing designs, data collection methodologies and research protocol.
• Set up coordination systems, as well as coordinate sufficient sharing of available information coming from various assessments, monitoring of different projects, donor visits and evaluations within and between country programs.
• Contribute to proposal development.
• Champion knowledge management through the sharing of evaluations and lessons learned from country programs and ensuring documentation and dissemination of the lessons to be learnt as well as case studies, and other forms of qualitative data.
• Support the commissioning of internal and external reviews, evaluations, real time evaluations and lessons learned exercises by supporting the development of ToR’s, participating in evaluations, building local participatory evaluation capacity, etc.
• Contribute to the development of an effective M&E structure with clear roles and responsibilities amongst implementing staff.
• Contribute to agency-wide initiatives on designing standards and frameworks for better M&E, program quality and accountability.

Quality and Accountability

Support the operationalization of systems to promote accountability to beneficiaries by ensuring that

(a) beneficiaries widely participate in initial assessments and program design

(b) beneficiaries affected by our programs are informed about who we are, what we do,

(c) beneficiaries affected by our programs are aware of their entitlements, selection criteria

(d) regular feedback from beneficiaries systematically informs and affects the design of programs.

• Promote and enable participatory monitoring and evaluation within country programs where meaningful.
• Ensure and support integration and implementation of M&E and Accountability systems that are compliant with the Humanitarian Accountability Partnership International (HAP-I) Benchmarks, and other relevant quality standards for emergency programming (e.g. SPHERE). Support the implementation of the DEC Accountability framework.
• Ensure the smooth integration of program quality and accountability standards into the daily work of emergency response and longer term programs.
• Promote a culture of lesson learning between programs, through consistent sharing of M&E processes and reports between different country programs
• Support the development and institutionalization of a data management system that supports specific projects but also is accessible across the organization.

Capacity building

• Build local capacity (of staff, partners, and other local structures we work with) for better program quality, accountability and M&E of national staff and partners.
• Support trainings where and when identified.
• Help Horn Relief learn from existing experiences and programs by extracting learning from innovative programs.

Other responsibilities

The post holder may be asked to manage and recruit staff working on accountability, participation and program quality.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate degree in a directly related field, such as operations research, program management, and significant work experience in a directly related field will be considered in lieu of a graduate degree.
• 5 years of progressively responsible and directly relevant professional experience; at least two years of working directly in M&E;
• Demonstrable experience of programming in diverse/multiple contexts.
• Thorough familiarity with principles and current approaches to M&E using both quantitative and qualitative methods;
• Understanding of donor expectations and trends for results and project impact.
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring, and other formal and non-formal methods;
• High level of English-language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing) and matched with excellent analytic and computer skills;
• Experience with management information systems;
• Demonstrated strengths in relationship management; able to work with diverse groups of people in multicultural, team oriented environment;
• Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision;
• Strong interpersonal skills and good understanding of working in a partnership framework
• Drive for change and improvements and ability to deliver strategies in a challenging environment.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 15th November, 2011.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications should include the following:

• Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information
• Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)
• Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at vacancies@hornrelief.org and hornreliefjobs@gmail.com with the subject line: Regional Program Quality Manager

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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Regional Program Director Horn Relief Job in Kenya

Organization: Horn Relief

Position Title: Regional Program Director

Reporting to: Executive Director

Working with: Program Team, Senior Management Team and all staff both in Nairobi, Sudan and Somalia. Line management of Country Directors

Programme / Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel into the field

Duration: 2 years (Renewable)

Starting date: Immediate

Organizational Background

Horn Relief is an Africa based international development and humanitarian organization.

At Horn Relief, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive.

We believe that environmental protection is the bedrock of a thriving community, so we aim to prevent, manage, and overcome situations that adversely affect communities’ wellbeing by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid and Influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Horn Relief has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.

Our current present donor portfolio includes European Commission, USAID, SIDA, CIDA, UNICEF, Government of Netherlands and others.

Position Summary

The Program Director will have overall leadership responsibility for Horn Relief’s programs. The program Director will play a critical role in the development and implementation of strategies necessary to further develop Horn Relief’s portfolio in the countries as the implementer of choice for the donors and government.

The program Director will be a Senior Member of Horn Relief’s structure, with overall responsibility for the program and capabilities with significant expected growth. This position requires the demonstrated ability to develop long term vision and strategic planning, provide leadership for the organization’s programming, and a high level of financial and operation planning including programme quality and learning.

The position is based in Nairobi, and reports directly to the Executive Director at Horn Relief’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

Position purpose

1. To manage, deliver and report on Horn Reliefs current operations in the region, being responsible for the implementation and delivery of successful programs and partnerships and the resulting development outcomes
2. To establish, build and lead the development of a cohesive appropriate and transformative regional program
3. To work as part of Horn Relief’s Senior management Team (SMT), refining, developing and improving program approaches and systems supporting the Executive Director to build and deliver the most effective and sustainable development interventions

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

Leadership and strategy development

• Responsible for the strategic development, management and implementation of all country programs consistent with Horn Reliefs Vision, mission and policies
• Provide vision and strategic development for Horn relief programs including leading on programme quality, monitoring and evaluation and learning
• Lead and work with the multidisciplinary team (in-house and in-country) to ensure strategies, business plans, and timelines are embraced and implemented.
• Provide economic and political analysis as needed to ensure Horn reliefs strategic positioning.
• Contribute to the overall management of Horn relief, deputizing as Executive Director as requested

Programme and technical management

• Implement and manage timelines and workflow processes that ensure deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Design organizational structures (in-house and in-country) that ensure clear lines of responsibility and provides effective communication.
• Responsible with Country Directors for programme quality including monitoring evaluation and learning, accountability, partnerships, alliances, communications and programme cycle management
• Ensure appropriate programme development, technical, communication and advisory support is available to country and regional programs, in line with organizational priorities
• Lead on the development of mechanisms to support across team working and coordination
• Provide leadership for humanitarian response programs as and when necessary

Budget and resource planning

• Ensure good planning and budgeting at regional and country levels and compliance to Horn relief and Donor standards and procedures
• Oversee timely and accurate monthly reporting and effective financial management of all resources allocated to the country programs
• Ensure compliance of the country programs, with all Horn relief and donors policies and procedures for financial and asset management
• Prepare with country teams, annual country budgets for the country program, assessing costs and budget/expenditures from projects and asset inventory.

External relations and new business development

• Develop current and future growth plans for Horn Relief’s program, ensuring that those plans conform to the overall strategic plan of the organization.
• Support new business development opportunities in preparing and delivering proposals and partnerships.
• Ensure staff with the relevant authority, are properly trained in proposal development and presentation.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with donors, government and other stakeholders as may be appropriate.
• Represent the organization in all high level meetings as well as relevant policy and strategy exchanges.

Human Resource management

• Line-manage and support Horn Reliefs Country Directors and ensure appropriate and effective performance management systems are in place in each country team.
• Work with country Directors and HR department to develop succession planning and staff development in each country team.

Skills and Qualifications

• Post graduate degree, in Social Sciences, International development, Project Management, and/or Public Administration or other relevant field.
• Minimum 10-years’ experience in team leadership/project management roles with at least 5 years of experience in the field, a Country Director position or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Strong operational management experience and capability (finance, people, fundraising), including geographically remote management
• Proven financial management, information management, and systems management experience essential
• Proven strategic design and management skills. Including good programme and human resource development ability
• Understanding of the countries in which Horn Relief operates and sensitive to the socio cultural context
• Demonstrable strategic thinking and leadership ability
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. Well-developed ability to motivate and persuade at high levels
• Proven ability to lead and work effectively with others to achieve results
• Wide range of programme development and implementation experience at a senior level (e.g. at Country Director Level) – including humanitarian, Campaign and policy experience desirable. Good knowledge and experience of strategic planning.
• Understanding and experience of institutional fundraising
• Strong mentoring, capacity building, coaching and facilitation skills
• Good self awareness
• Proven decision making capability working with significant levels of autonomy
• Understanding of, and strong track record of, implementing Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning and Project Cycle Management
• External representation experience and ability to represent in high profile environments (e.g. media, advocacy at national level)
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Ability to undertake significant unaccompanied travel away from Home base, particularly in support of Country Programs

Application Process

Applications should be submitted by 15th November, 2011.

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.

Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications should include the following:

• Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information
• Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)
• Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information)

All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at vacancies@hornrelief.org AND hornreliefjobs@gmail.com with the subject line: Regional Program Director

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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Projects Manager Construction Company Job in Kenya

We are a construction company offering services in Building & Civil Works, Real Estate and Water & Sewerage Projects with operations in Kenya, South Sudan and looking to grow into Rwanda.

We are looking to recruit a highly qualified and motivated individual, to fill the position of Projects Manager.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will head the technical / projects department and will be responsible for the overall planning, execution and monitoring of all projects so as to ensure that all project timelines, budgets and profitability projections, have been met to the highest possible quality standards within the project specifications.

S/he will also be in charge of all the construction related resources and the relevant staff.

Desired Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• BSc Civil Engineering and a Diploma in project/construction management from recognized institutions
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage
• A post graduate qualification in Project Management is mandatory.
• More than 12 years postgraduate experience majorly in building projects, 8 years should be in a senior supervisory or management position.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Projects
• Registration with ERB and membership with IEK shall be added advantage
• Must have hands-on experience in BOQ preparation and tendering procedures
• Must be above the age of 35 years
• Must have strong and proven project management skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of the teams.
• The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the construction sites.
• Sound management skills
• Works well under pressure and thrives in challenges

If your experience and competencies match the above specifications please send your cover letter and detailed CV, indicating the names of three professional referees and stating your current and expected remuneration to projects.recruit@gmail.com to reach us not later than 4th November 2011.

An attractive package will be offered dependent on skills, experience and qualifications.
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4 Project Engineers: Jobs South Sudan

A Construction & Engineering company with operations in Kenya and South Sudan, offering services in building & civil works is recruiting Project Engineers to manage their projects in Juba and other parts of South Sudan.

The incumbent will be reporting to the Projects Manager- Building & Civil Works

Job Requirements

• The candidate will be expected to plan and execute the project within the allocated time frame, approved budget and meet client expectations
• A minimum of 12 years relevant experience in Building & Civil Engineering projects of which at least 5 years should be in a senior supervisory position
• The candidate must have experience in supervision of multi- storey buildings
• Candidates who have worked in South Sudan will have an added advantage.
• The candidate must be able to work and deliver under pressure
• The candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have a BSc. in Civil Engineering or any related field.
• Proficiency in MS Projects and MS Office
• Aged between 30 and 40 years

Interested candidates who meet these qualifications should send their application and up to date resume; including three professional referees to hrmtalent@gmail.com indicating your current/last and expected salary.

Deadline for submission is 4th November 2011

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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National Coordinator ACORD , Job in Burundi

Position: National Coordinator

Location: Bujumbura, Burundi

Responsible To: Head of Programmes Operations & Development

Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development (ACORD) is a Pan-African Organisation working for Social Justice and Development in 17 countries in Africa.

ACORD seeks to go beyond addressing the consequences of poverty by understanding, challenging and changing the conditions that cause poverty and exclusion through a Pan Africa Programme that unites practical work, research and advocacy.

ACORD believes that people have a right to a just and equal society thus we work in common cause with the poor and marginalized people who have been denied their rights to help them understand, challenge and change these conditions. ACORD’s response to the challenges of Africa is firmly based on a belief that people themselves are the agents of change and actors of their own development.

People’s ability to take action on the causes of poverty is what will transform Africa’s future. This belief underpins ACORD’s practical work, its research methodologies and policy advocacy.

ACORD works in partnership with local civil society and communities and in alliance with other organizations in Africa and the rest of the world to achieve these aims.

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Head of Programmes Operations & Development (HPOD), the Area Programme Manager is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership and operational management of the Burundi Area Programme and represents ACORD with the Government, Local and international partners in the country.

S/he will take the leading role in developing, overseeing, reviewing and monitoring of the Country strategy and in ensuring alignment with the ACORD Pan African strategic directions and overall thematic focus. The APM is responsible for developing and managing new and ongoing programming initiatives, actively leading the programme cycle management, and developing and managing partnerships.

The APM is also responsible for ensuring cross learning and sharing knowledge across the programme in all areas of programming as well as the national, regional and international policy advocacy and development issues.

S/he is responsible for overall financial and human resources management of the Area Programme as well as resource mobilization to ensure the smooth running and financial sustainability of the Area Programme.

The position will be based in ACORD Country Office in Bujumbura with regular visits to all project locations in Burundi.

Relationships with others

Under the supervision of the Head of Programmes Operations & Development (HPOD), he/she will work in collaboration with staff in various departments/units at the Secretariat: programming team (Pan-African program, thematic managers, monitoring/evaluation), partnership development, funding and communications, finance, human resources management and administration team.

Strategy development and implementation

• Keep abreast on socio-economical and political developments in the Area Programme region and maintain close communication with the Secretariat on relevant critical factors and changes in the environment
• Provide Leadership in the development and implementation of the ACORD Area Program strategy in line with the overall ACORD Strategic Plan and the context in the country/region
• Facilitate the alignment of ACORD Area Program to strategic organizational thematic priorities and accountability mechanisms provided in the ACORD programming framework
• Undertake timely strategic review of the ACORD Area Program Strategy ensuring continued relevance in the rapidly changing environment

Representation

• Represent ACORD and its interests in dealing with government, international and local organizations, networks and medias in the Area Programme country/region and contribute towards consolidating and raising the profile of ACORD
• Represent ACORD in round tables seminars, conferences and forums and other public events
• Develop relationships with local organizations and networks
• Establish national and regional strategic relations and alliances with partners and civil society working in common cause with ACORD objectives
• Maintain good partnerships relations at National and International levels

Programme development

• Lead on the development of area program document and projects, providing sound methodological and technical support, informed by participatory methodologies, human rights and social exclusion framework as per organizational programming approach
• As part of the Area Program, develop and implement a research and advocacy plan on focused issues of relevance in the country/region aligned with ACORD’s global priorities
• Lead the planning, implementation and monitoring of the advocacy plan
• Participate in national and international campaigns in line with the advocacy plan and other relevant opportunities
• Mainstream gender equality in Area program policies, strategy, program and projects development, management and evaluation
• Carry out participatory annual budget planning as per organizational guidelines
• Promote a participatory approach in programming work and create space in the structure for staff participation and involvement in decision making
• Ensure there are updated systems and processes for monitoring activities, results and impact assessment at program level
• Provide continuous monitoring and support to existing projects and coordinate program reviews/internal evaluations and facilitation of external evaluations in close collaboration with the M&E and Programs Operations Manager in the Secretariat
• Ensure that the monitoring and evaluation system is participatory and involving the team and partners
• Carry out an adequate follow up on implementation of the findings from internal and external evaluations
• Facilitate trainings, researches and learning of cross-cutting relevance to programs
• Coordinate the production of timely quality program reports

Funding

In close communication with the Partnership Development Unit and the Programs Operations Manager

• Keep abreast of the trends within the donor environment in the Area Program and Internationally
• Undertake local and international fundraising initiatives
• Ensure that effective grant management systems are in place and are consistent with the overall organization fund seeking and management policy and promote their application
• Be aware of all donors conditionality in the Area Program country/region and monitor adherence to donors conditionality
• To produce good quality funding proposals and respond to call for proposals
• Facilitate donor visits and evaluations as necessary

Financial management

In close collaboration with the Head of Finance and the Programs Operations Manager

• Ensure effective implementation of the overall Finance Manual
• Ensure adequate budget monitoring and review
• Review accuracy of accounts and carry out periodic checks on financial matters
• Monitor the delivery of accounts on a timely basis and comment on any significant variances arising from budget monitoring
• Check and verify all inventories
• Facilitate annual and project-specific audit processes within the Area Program

Human Resources Management

In close collaboration with the Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager and the Head of Programmes Operations & Development

• Provide leadership support to Area Programme staff and promote best practices in human resources management
• Coordinate regular reviews and update of the human resources policies and procedures for the Area Programme in compliance with the overall human resources management manual and the national labour laws
• Oversee adequate implementation of performance management processes including performance planning and review
• Oversee and monitor efficiency and fairness of recruitment processes across the programme
• Provide Coaching and Counselling advice to staff when necessary
• Coordinate the development of a staff development plan in line with strategic directions of ACORD in the Area Programme
• Organize regular meetings with the strategic management team and all staff for the purpose of exchanging information, coordination and learning

Information, Communication and learning

• Ensure that the programme is maintaining a coordinated and agreed information exchange both internally and in its dealing with external parties
• Ensure that key programme documents (strategy programme document, projects proposals, research and reports …) are internally shared with the Secretariat and agreed upon before communicating to donors and other external parties
• Ensure that all communication infrastructures are set up in the programme and smooth information flow is maintained
• Ensure that experiences and best practices are documented and shared across the organisation

Supervision & Collaboration

The National Coordinator is under direct supervision of the Head of Programmes Operations & Development in Nairobi.

Education/Qualification/Experience

• Master Degree level Education in development or program management studies;
• At least five (5) years working experience in the INGO sector in Africa;
• At least 3 years working experience working in management positions;
• Proven experience in research and advocacy
• Strong People and financial Management skills;
• Strong experience in strategy, program formulation and implementation;

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Familiarity with and commitment to a gender approach to development;
• Familiarity with and commitment to participatory methodologies;
• Knowledge of current thinking on development issues and methods;
• Computer skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Required Competencies

• High level conceptual, strategic thinking and analysis skills;
• Strategic decision making;
• Adaptation skills: work in a multicultural environment;
• Decision-making and problem solving skills;
• Communicate with impact with various stakeholders

Remuneration: A competitive national package

Download the application form from this link and apply to:

Human Resources & Organisational Development Manager
ACORD Nairobi, ACK Garden House,
P. O. Box 61216, 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 20 2721172, 2721185/86

To apply, please complete an application form (attached above) and e-mail it with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to recruit@acordinternational.org with the Job Title in the Subject Box.

Closing Date: 28th October 2011
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Job Opportunity in kenya Mobius Motors Marketing Associate

Marketing Associate

Type: Fulltime

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Overview

Mobius is an early stage social business working to enable mobility across Africa by transforming its automotive market.

We recognise that appropriate transport is a key enabler to socio-economic development in deprived communities across the developing world and aim to unlock this vast potential by designing, manufacturing and selling a new vehicle for Africa, starting in Kenya.

We are always looking for exceptional individuals who share our vision and possess the skills and attitude necessary to make a valuable contribution to our work in Africa.

If you are qualified and interested in joining our team, please apply online at www.mobiusmotors.com/join-us.

Description

We are seeking a minimum two year commitment from an exceptional early career marketing professional to lead marketing strategy, research, campaigns and product launches to ultimately create the foundation of a future international automotive brand – a truly unique opportunity to create impact on a global scale.

The role will require a close working relationship with the venture’s CEO, Automotive Designer, Automotive Engineer, Cost Engineer and future production and strategy teams as well as various international vendors.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Marketing Development

• Deliver primary and secondary research that helps define market assumptions and consumer behaviours/profiles; research sources may include consumer surveys, focus groups, the internet, industry experts, market intelligence companies and internal knowledge.
• Develop complete understanding of the factors that go into the revenue and cost side of the business opportunity and provide recommendations to maximise revenue.
• Collaborate with leadership and future strategy teams to develop and maintain product category SWOT analyses; identify market trends, develop and prioritise a profitable product plan to meet consumer needs.
• Facilitate future-focused product ideation sessions and capture output for continuous design exploration; develop longer term product category/mix roadmaps based on deep and broad consumer profiling.
• Interface with cross-functional teams and outside agencies to develop and lead product go to- market strategy and plan.
• Create data-driven, dynamic, 'voice-of-the-customer' marketing strategies and tests that deliver against Return on Investment (ROI) targets through a segmented customer base across marketing channels.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging across TV, print, radio, digital and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc) marketing channels.
• Collaborate with leadership and external agencies to develop key messaging and specific advertising copy/design/packaging for campaigns across marketing channels; including detailed associated budgets.
• Facilitate legal review of all advertising copy before launch.
• Execute local sales and marketing initiatives and develop plans to implement new innovative sales and marketing initiatives.
• Contribute to comprehensive testing matrix that accurately assesses delivery and performance of each marketing campaign on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Maintain and ensure high levels of data hygiene and integrity with fast-growing, high-volume data capture from market.
• Manage a future sales team to maintain strong relationships with key strategic customers such as large NGOs, government buyers and high potential individual entrepreneurs.
• Act as a liaison for all external media enquiries or articles, working with the CEO when necessary to facilitate interviews or other content.

Project Management

• Take ownership of projects; plan milestones, timelines, budgets, resources and identify potential risks to deliver supply chain aspects within agreed completion dates.
• Be proactive regarding task completion and periodically advise wider team on project status, timing, resources, issues, and ability to deliver on-time with excellence.
• Ensure adherence and compliance to general automotive industry marketing standards and best practices; maintain structured and versioned data outputs daily and backup data weekly.
• Work as an active member of the team, ensure effective communication between colleagues and positively contribute regularly to meetings and briefings.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate should combine outstanding technical skills in marketing with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

They should possess a strong skill set in creative and strategic thinking along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and take initiative regularly. They should be rigorous, pragmatic and on the-ground solution focussed – not overly academic.

Required

• Bachelors Degree (minimum) in Business, Marketing, Sales, Advertising, Communications, Economics or similar
• 3.4 GPA or higher from a top university worldwide
• 1-2 years related experience in marketing, advertising or branding
• Ability to strategically plan and lead teams of international and local Kenyan staff through to executional success
• Ability to lead cross-functionally; coordinating, leading and communicating information clearly
• Results-driven with exceptional detail and knowledge around metrics, specifically A/B testing and ROI analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail and high quality deliverable outputs
• Ability to analyse and solve complex problems
• Ability to grasp complex concepts and systems quickly, and express them in simple ways
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and to remain graceful under pressure
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and make sense of multiple data sources that may sometimes be contradictory in nature
• High degree of resourcefulness; looking beyond the normal channels of information to dig out data necessary to understand the market potential of the opportunity
• Ability to effectively communicate timelines and project progress with both internal and external management teams
• Ability to take ownership and accountability of project timeline and results
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite with ability to create compelling and effective marketing materials and designs
• Proficiency in Excel, Project, Power Point and Word
• Exceptional written communication skills and with experience is writing compelling messages to a consumer demographic
• Strong presentations skills, including excellent oral communication skills
• High sense of drive and urgency in achieving our vision
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment and work within a diverse team
• Extreme patience and a good sense of humour
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
• A start-up personality; entrepreneurial, ambitious, independent, systematic attention to detail, structured thinker, goal-oriented, flexible and able to deal well with setbacks
• Comfort with extensive travel throughout Kenya and longer term throughout East Africa

Desired

• Masters degree (or higher) in Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, Sales, Advertising or similar
• 3-5 years related experience in marketing, advertising or branding
• Passion for the automotive industry and social enterprise in Africa
• Fluency in Kiswahili (the national language of Kenya)

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