AfriCOG Deputy Executive Director Job Vacancy

The Africa Centre for Open Governance (AfriCOG) is an independent, non-profit making organisation with a mandate to provide cutting edge research on governance and public ethics issues and, monitor governance fundamentals in both the government and the private sector. 

AfriCOG’s governance and anti-corruption reform initiatives are aimed at addressing the structural causes of Kenya’s governance crisis by a knowledgeable citizenry. 

AfriCOG is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results oriented, experienced and highly skilled professional for the position of Deputy Executive Director to coordinate and support Programs, Finance and Administration functions.
 

The role
 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the jobholder will play a key role in the development and implementation of the AfriCOG’s strategic plans and policies. 

S/he will provide leadership and direction to the programmes, finance and administration staff. 

The job holder will provide guidance on research, fundraising, donor management, business development, and partnership activities. 

The individual will also be responsible for developing and applying learning, monitoring and evaluation criteria to better measure the effectiveness and outcomes of AfriCOG’s projects.
 

The person
 

This position requires a Master’s degree in social sciences, law, economics or equivalent with at least eight (8) years experience in a similar position in an NGO set up with exposure to the civil society sector.
 

In addition, the individual must demonstrate a genuine interest in the civil society sector with experience in partnership building, advocacy and networking. 

Ability to manage several simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment and experience in research, proposal development, resource mobilization and programme management is critical for this role.
 

The offer
 

If your career aspiration match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the subject of the email or cover letter on or before Friday 15th March 2013. 

A detailed job profile can be accessed on www.kpmg.com/eastafrica or www.africog.org.
 

Applications including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees should be emailed to esdafricog@kpmg.co.ke. 

Applicants will also be required to provide the following:
 

1) A reference letter from their immediate past employer.
 

2) A character reference from an individual who has known the applicant for at least 3 years.
 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AfriCOG Deputy Executive Director Job Vacancy

The Africa Centre for Open Governance (AfriCOG) is an independent, non-profit making organisation with a mandate to provide cutting edge research on governance and public ethics issues and, monitor governance fundamentals in both the government and the private sector. 

AfriCOG’s governance and anti-corruption reform initiatives are aimed at addressing the structural causes of Kenya’s governance crisis by a knowledgeable citizenry. 

AfriCOG is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results oriented, experienced and highly skilled professional for the position of Deputy Executive Director to coordinate and support Programs, Finance and Administration functions.
 

The role
 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the jobholder will play a key role in the development and implementation of the AfriCOG’s strategic plans and policies. 

S/he will provide leadership and direction to the programmes, finance and administration staff. 

The job holder will provide guidance on research, fundraising, donor management, business development, and partnership activities. 

The individual will also be responsible for developing and applying learning, monitoring and evaluation criteria to better measure the effectiveness and outcomes of AfriCOG’s projects.
 

The person
 

This position requires a Master’s degree in social sciences, law, economics or equivalent with at least eight (8) years experience in a similar position in an NGO set up with exposure to the civil society sector.
 

In addition, the individual must demonstrate a genuine interest in the civil society sector with experience in partnership building, advocacy and networking. 

Ability to manage several simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment and experience in research, proposal development, resource mobilization and programme management is critical for this role.
 

The offer
 

If your career aspiration match this exciting opportunity, please write in confidence quoting the position title and reference number on the subject of the email or cover letter on or before Friday 15th March 2013. 

A detailed job profile can be accessed on www.kpmg.com/eastafrica or www.africog.org.
 

Applications including your curriculum vitae, a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees should be emailed to esdafricog@kpmg.co.ke. 

Applicants will also be required to provide the following:
 

1) A reference letter from their immediate past employer.
 

2) A character reference from an individual who has known the applicant for at least 3 years.
 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ICRC Information Technology (IT) Technician Job in Nairobi Kenya

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. 

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
 

The ICRC’s Somalia Delegation in Nairobi implements the institution’s humanitarian activities in Somalia and is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the position mentioned below, which will be based in Nairobi but with frequent traveling to Somalia.
 

Information Technology (IT) Technician
 

The Responsibilities:

• He/she will be based in Kenya with frequent travelling to Somalia for providing IT/Technical support to the divers offices in Somalia;
• Provide support by assisting computer users on a day today basis;
• Ensure proper functioning of computers, printers and the network environment;
• Assist in the introduction of computer technologies and ensure error free standard software and hardware installation and configuration on workstations according to ICRC policy;
• Install and maintain the telephone network system;
• Install and maintain connectivity devices on ICRC LAN’s;
• Train, support and advise computer, radio and telephone users in the region;
• Administer and maintain IT inventory;
• Plan, install, maintain and repair all the radio communication systems (i.e. Mobile & fixed radio installations, repeaters, operational radio room)

The Requirements:

• Kenyan residence and holding a valid National passport;
• Degree or Diploma in Information Technology;
• Professional certification in a Network Operating System or Software Development;
• Good knowledge of computer culture, utilities, printers and peripherals;
• Experience in HF & VHF radio installations, VSAT and Satellite technologies;
• At least three years experience in Network Administration;
• Good knowledge of English and Somali language;
• Flexibility and willingness to travel in Somalia and to spend short-medium periods in the field.

The Profile:
 

ICRC is looking for young and energetic individuals who have good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. 

The successful candidates should have a sense of analysis and initiative, the ability to work independently and in a team. 

The above position demand flexibility and the ability to work under pressure in difficult context. Weekly trip to Mogadishu (Somalia) and other parts of Somalia on request.
 

Interested persons (of Somali nationality or origin), with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address, before 20th March 2013. 

Please include: Copies of ID papers, detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
 

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
 

International Committee of the Red Cross, Nairobi Regional Delegation,
Denis Pritt Road,

P.O.Box 73226,

Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:
 

E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

ICRC Shipping Officer Logistician Job in Kenya

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. 

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
 

The ICRC’s Somalia Delegation in Nairobi implements the institution’s humanitarian activities in Somalia and is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the position mentioned below:

Shipping Officer Logistician
 

The Profile:
 

ICRC is looking for young and energetic individuals who have good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. 

The successful candidates should have a sense of analysis and initiative, the ability to work independently and in a team. 

The above position demand flexibility and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping/transport by any mode (Air, sea, road, rail, river) for ICRC medium/large operation.
• Ensures safe dispatch of cargo by any means of transport.
• Communicates Shipping/Receiving activities to all concerned parties.
• Manage shipping and handling contracts, and actively participates in tendering process, selection and preparation of contracts.
• Executes office work (update of tables, filing, typing of standard documents)
• Updates the statistical data’s for the unit
• Coaches and organizes work of shipping clerk

Minimum Requirements

• O Level and Diploma in Clearing and Forwarding or Logistics
• 3 years’ work experience in a similar field of activity
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, any other interactive software)
• Management skills
• Excellent command of English
• Good Negotiation skills

Other Requirements

• Experience in Shipping Management of goods
• Experience in humanitarian work;
• Good knowledge in Logistic business
• Good report writing and administrative skills,
• Maturity in dealing with sensitive matters in a highly confidential manner..

Interested persons, with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address, before 20th March 2013. 

Please include: Copies of ID papers, detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
 

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
 

International Committee of the Red Cross, Somalia Delegation, 

Denis Pritt Road, 

P.O.Box 73226, 

Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:

E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

ICRC Shipping Officer Logistician Job in Kenya

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. 

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.
 

The ICRC’s Somalia Delegation in Nairobi implements the institution’s humanitarian activities in Somalia and is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the position mentioned below:

Shipping Officer Logistician
 

The Profile:
 

ICRC is looking for young and energetic individuals who have good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. 

The successful candidates should have a sense of analysis and initiative, the ability to work independently and in a team. 

The above position demand flexibility and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping/transport by any mode (Air, sea, road, rail, river) for ICRC medium/large operation.
• Ensures safe dispatch of cargo by any means of transport.
• Communicates Shipping/Receiving activities to all concerned parties.
• Manage shipping and handling contracts, and actively participates in tendering process, selection and preparation of contracts.
• Executes office work (update of tables, filing, typing of standard documents)
• Updates the statistical data’s for the unit
• Coaches and organizes work of shipping clerk

Minimum Requirements

• O Level and Diploma in Clearing and Forwarding or Logistics
• 3 years’ work experience in a similar field of activity
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, any other interactive software)
• Management skills
• Excellent command of English
• Good Negotiation skills

Other Requirements

• Experience in Shipping Management of goods
• Experience in humanitarian work;
• Good knowledge in Logistic business
• Good report writing and administrative skills,
• Maturity in dealing with sensitive matters in a highly confidential manner..

Interested persons, with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address, before 20th March 2013. 

Please include: Copies of ID papers, detailed curriculum vitae, current and expected remuneration and contact details of three referees.
 

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
 

International Committee of the Red Cross, Somalia Delegation, 

Denis Pritt Road, 

P.O.Box 73226, 

Nairobi, 00200, Kenya:

E-mail: nai_hr@icrc.org

World Vision Project Officer (Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration) Job in Nakuru Kenya

World Vision Kenya (WVK) is a leading non-governmental Christian humanitarian, relief, development and advocacy organization with projects in most parts of Kenya. 

We wish to urgently recruit highly competent person to fill the following position within our organization.
 

Project Officer – Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) 

To be based at Nakuru
 

Responsibilities:

• To plan, implement, monitor and document all the FMNR activities within the targeted Programs as per the detailed implementation plan.
• To provide necessary technical support, related training, follow-up, and guidance to the staff and farmers youth and women groups under FMNR and provide feedback and reports to the Sub branch and National Office (NO).
• Monitor and support the timely and appropriate utilization of budgeted resources for all FMNR related project interventions as well as ensure effective and timely response plans to all financial audit findings of FMNR initiatives.
• Develop context specific electronic and live media communications on FMNR and NRM activities.
• Support Community/ Farmers Capacity building on alternative livelihood options.
• Participate in proposal development and resource mobilization.
• Compile the necessary monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Will be in charge of all activities for the FMNR project as per the detailed implementation plan in collaboration with the Program Managers, Community Mobilizers, Ministry of Agriculture, Kenya Forestry Service, Ministry of Environment and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management or Agro-forestry
• At least two years’ on job experience on Natural resource management or Agro-Forestry and with some experience on Agriculture.
• Experience working with NGOs will be an added advantage.
• Ability and willingness to work with diverse communities
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees should be addressed to
 

The Director, People & Culture, 

Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org 

to reach us not later than March13, 2013. 

Please indicate the job title as subject (Only short-listed candidates will be contacted).

World Vision is a child focused organization and upholds the rights and wellbeing of children. 

Our recruitment and selection procedures include screening and background checking for child abuse
offenses. 

World Vision is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Our vision for every child, Life in all its fullness, Our prayer for every heart, The will to make it so.