Monday, January 27, 2014

Project Administrator Job in Kenya

Instep Business Solutions (IBS) is looking to recruit a Project Administrator for one of its client’s.

Position Overview: The role is responsible for performance of administrative duties and ensuring automated systems assuring effective team management.
Responsibilities

  • General administration duties including filing, maintaining databases and record keeping;
  • Assist in performance of various HR tasks to ensure compliance with internal procedures, legal and regulatory requirements;
  • Establish and ensure automation of systems and procedures to assure effective team management;
  • Review and analyze overall and individual sales team performance and data reconciliation between office and distributors to ensure harmonization;
  • Generate varied reports as per agreed formats and timelines.
Requirements and Skills
  • Bachelors degree in a business related field from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in ICT;
  • At least 3 years working experience in an administrative role;
  • Previous experience in an FMCG set up in the sales function is an added advantage;
  • Coordination and analytical skills;
  • Communication and report writing skills;
  • Attention to detail.
Please send your CV to jobs@instepbusinesssolutions.com and indicate the job title on the subject.

National Oil Corporation Expression of Interest for Provision of a Retail Network Planning Software Solution

Expression of Interest for Provision of a Retail Network Planning Software Solution

Ref. No. NOCK/PRC/03(828)

National Oil Corporation of Kenya (National Oil) invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible firms for provision of a Retail Network Planning Software Solution.
 
The objective of this Expression of Interest is to shortlist eligible firms capable of providing a software solution that offers analysis of retail markets, market intelligence about petroleum retail outlets, consumer level data, best locations for new outlets, development of optimal network plans and identification of capital and operational opportunities.

The interested firms will be expected to give a detailed methodology and proposed work plan of how they will provide an efficient and effective solution that could be used as a strategic planning tool.

Interested candidates may view/obtain/download more details of the Expression of Interest (EOI) at www.nationaloil.co.ke or at Procurement Department, National Oil Corporation of Kenya, AON Minet House, 7th Floor, Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road, Nairobi, Kenya.
 
EOIs in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked “Expression of Interest for Provision of Retail Network Planning Software Solution – Ref. No. NOCK/PRC/03(828)” with the instructions “Do not open before 12th February 2014 at 1100hrs”, should be addressed to:
 
The Chief Executive Officer
National Oil Corporation of Kenya
AON Minet House, 7th Floor
Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road
P O Box 58567 – 00200, 
Nairobi

and deposited in the Tender Box located at AON Minet House, 5th Floor, Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road, Nairobi between 0800hrs and 1700hrs (East Africa Time), on or before 12th February 2014 at 1100hrs (East Africa Time). 

Late submissions shall automatically be disqualified whatever the circumstances.

Expressions of Interest will be opened soon thereafter at National Oil Offices – Boardroom, 5th Floor, AON Minet House, Mamlaka Road, off Nyerere Road, Nairobi, in the presence of tenderers and/or their representatives who may wish to attend.

The EOI documents are not transferable.

National Oil reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders either in whole or in part.

For Chief Executive Officer

Marie Stopes Kenya AMUA Franchisee Coordinators Jobs in HomaBay, Nairobi and Mombasa (KShs 75K)

Marie Stopes Kenya (MSK) has been a pioneer in the field of social franchising for sexual and reproductive health services in Kenya since 2004 when it rolled out the AMUA social franchise network. 

Through this innovation, MSK is able to reach more men and women with quality health services by engaging private healthcare providers in various regions and subsequently building on their capacity to deliver quality SRH and non-SRH services at an affordable cost.

Job Title: AMUA Franchisee Coordinators

3 Positions  

Location: HomaBay, Nairobi and Mombasa

Reporting to: Senior Coordinator Social Franchise

Probationary Period: 3 months
 
Salary Scale: Gross pay of Kshs. 75,000

Contract Type:  Fixed Term up to July 2017        

This position is part of the Program Operations department and reports to the Senior Coordinator Social Franchise. 

In particular, this role is one of several Coordinators responsible for coordinating a cluster of private health clinics in the respective region that form part of the AMUA franchise network. 

A successful AMUA cluster network is one in which a broad range of high quality and affordable healthcare services are available to the community on a regular basis.

Strategic purpose of the Program Operations Dept: To ensure excellent delivery all MSK programme activities and the development and funding of new work.

Marie Stopes Kenya is an NGO registered in Kenya. We are affiliated to Marie Stopes International.  Together we deliver safe abortion, quality sexual and reproductive health care and family planning to millions of the world's poorest and most vulnerable women. 

We want to make sure that women have a choice when it comes to having children and that death by unsafe abortion is reduced.
 
The primary responsibility of this role is to further our Goal: THE PREVENTION OF UNWANTED BIRTHS and its mission of ensuring the individual’s right to: CHILDREN BY CHOICE NOT CHANCE

The post holder commits to and is held accountable to Marie Stopes International global core values: mission driven, customer focused, results orientated, pioneering, sustainable and people centered

Key Responsibilities

This position has the following three key responsibilities:
 
1. Expand and scale up the AMUA social franchise brand to increase access to quality SRH services.
 
2. Monitoring and reporting on AMUA franchise performance against set Key Performance Indicator (KPIs)
 
3. Implement multiple and integrated health interventions through the AMUA network
 
Measures:
  • Targeted expansion achieved year on year
  • Franchisee performance targets (e.g. QTA) achieved pa
  • Action taken on poor performance.
  • Increased service statistics
  • CYPs
Expand and scale up the AMUA social franchise brand

The activities include:
  • Mapping and Identification of new PPNs, suitable to join the AMUA network and updating MOUs with existing franchisees
  • Establish linkages between the PPN with the relevant MOH and CHMT to achieve benefits of PPPs
  • Work with other MSK clinics and outreach channel leaders to identify areas of collaboration to ensure synergy across MSK channels.
  • Develop appropriate referral linkages between SFs, MSK clinics and outreach teams in the region with clear tracking systems
  • Work with other SF networks in the region to ensure coordinated scale up and synergies
  • Conduct routine  needs assessments to inform the key inputs that will drive performance
  • Identify opportunities for franchisee business development and growth and offer appropriate linkages to MSK resources and partners.
  • Actively participate during routine donor-related field tours at various franchised clinics
  • Ensure that there is strict adherence by franchised clinics to the MOU guidelines and routinely evaluating facilities that are liable for the Franchising as per the regulations set.
Measures:
  • Signed and updated MOUs,
  • SF network database,
  • performance appraisals against set KPIs,
  • Needs assessment reports,
  • activity reports, and Referral maps,
  • Business plans,
  • Field visits reports
Monitoring and reporting on AMUA franchise performance against set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The key activities include:
  • Support franchised health facilities to achieve QTA scores above 92% on a regular basis
  • Collect and submit timely reports on various key indicators and routinely offer feedback to the franchisees
  • Keep custody of various documents between MSK and Franchisees including MOUs and audit reports
  • Harness MSK’s Quality Assurance resources to undertake, trainings, mentorship and audits at SFs
  • Timely reporting on major and minor complications arising within the AMUA SF network
  • Schedule and convene cluster meetings for sharing of best practices amongst the SF network and promote synergy with other MSK channels.
  • Active participation in design and roll out of  various RM&E activities which include exit interviews, assessments and other research work in the AMUA SF network
  • Conduct monthly quality checks at each franchised clinics using various Quality tools.
Measures:
  • QTA/IAC reports,
  • cliniscans,
  • external QTA reports,
  • MoH supportive supervision reports,
  • Monthly service statistic reports,
  • training reports,
  • field reports,
  • incidence reports,
  • M.A.T minutes,
  • M&E feedback analysis, CHW reports
Implement multiple and integrated health interventions through the AMUA network

Key activities here include:
  • Roll out on a timely manner various franchised health products throughout the AMUA SF network
  • Develop innovative health promotion activities that will drive the demand for these heath products
  • Conduct OJT to ensure integration of various franchised health products amongst SPs at franchised clinics
  • Identify opportunities for linkages and referrals amongst SF, MSK clinics and outreaches on the basket of franchised products
  • Generate income from social marketing products sold to SF network on a regular basis
  • Collect all relevant monies accruing from the SF network and timely banking the same
Measures
  • Service statistics,
  • Activity reports on promotional activities,
  • CHWs database and monthly reports,
  • Sales revenue collected and banked from MAOCC products,
  • Monthly Financial Reconciliation reports
Knowledge, skills and experience

Qualifications:
  • BSc or Diploma in Health related area, Management Business Administration, or equivalent from a recognised university.
  • Must be a licenced, competent driver
Skills/Experience:
  • Clinical quality assurance experience.
  • Experience in community promotion and business management
  • Strong I.T skills
  • Proven experience in community promotion and project coordination.
  • Business, leadership & management, clinical, communication, marketing, capacity building
Attitude / Motivation:

Successful performance at MSI is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve, but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others. 

There are 13 key behaviours that MSI encourages in all employees and they are defined below:

Initiative
  • Thinking ahead and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution
Innovative
  • Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome
Effective Communication
  • Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise.
Responsive
  • Being responsive to changing priorities and demands
Working Efficiently
  • Planning, prioritising and organising work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met
Sharing Information
  • Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality
Focus on Learning
  • Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further
Commitment
  • Awareness and understanding of goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements
Driven
  • Drive and determination to deliver results
Accountable
  • Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behaviour you demonstrate
Embracing Change
  • Openness to embracing change within the organisation and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly
Motivated
  • Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximise potential
Team Player
  • Working as part of a team by being supportive, flexible and showing respect for each other
How to Apply

Applications quoting the position title with detailed CV, with contact details of 3 referees (1 of which should be immediate, 1 former supervisor and any other) should be submitted to:

People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya

On or before 7th February, 2014

Due to the urgency of the position, applications will be reviewed as they come.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject line as ‘Franchisee Coordinator- Area interested in’

Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer

Graphic Designer Job in Kenya

Graphic Designer

Position Type: Full time
 
Starting Salary: Negotiable

Are you freelance Graphic designer? 

Or have experience of over two years design in advertising? 

We are seeking to recruit one talented graphic designer

Responsibilities

  • Meeting clients, sales executives or social media executives to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job
  • Interpreting the client's business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose;
  • Estimating the time required to complete the work
  • Developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research;
  • Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts;
  • Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time;
  • Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to clients or account managers;
  • Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work;
  • Contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall brief;
  • Edit photos and Videos
  • Train the social media agents on simple graphic design and photo editing
  • Assist in taking client product photos for our clients as well as covering events
  • Developing interactive design
  • Working as part of a team with the photographer, graphic designer, social media executives and sales executives
Requirements
  • Must have a laptop and design software’s
  • A passion for the internet and all things digital
  • Experience of  over 2 years design in advertising
  • Must have excellent photo editing skills
  • A portfolio is a must
  • Must have a desire to work and success
  • Must be business minded
  • Ability to work in a team and handle extra demands
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Analytical
  • Creative
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
To apply send a cover letter describing how you meet the above requirements, an up to date CV with a minimum of 3 references, recommendation letters if any and portfolio  to hr@mmaxdigital.co.ke
 
N/B mention the job title on the subject

Executive – Flemingo Duty Free Direct Job Vacancy (KShs 60K - 75K)

A leader in FMCG / Liquor Industry; owning and operating duty free travel retail shops at airports and seaports worldwide, as well as involving in brand development, marketing, and sales. 

The company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operating through a network of offices and warehouses in Africa, Asia, and Europe.

Industry: Duty Free Retail / FMCG

Job Title: Executive – Flemingo Duty Free Direct 
Type of Hire: Local

Location: Nairobi, Kenya 

Gross Salary Per Month: KES 60,000 – KES 75,000
 

Job Responsibilities:
  • Targeting and gaining new business and to gain comprehensive knowledge of the business, within a wide geographical area
  • To ensure efficient and effective operating standards for reporting systems
  • Ensure all response documents are free from errors, professionally represent and that they address the client questions.
  • Daily report of progress to be submitted to your HOD.
  • Track progress against targets on an ongoing basis and take necessary action with HOD BD Africa to refocus efforts if targets are not being met
  • To submit weekly work in progress reports and ensure data is accurate for real time reporting
  • To actively target and build prospect client relationships in your geographic area.
  • Maintain and develop close client relationship of new contracts.
  • To support operators in designated retenders
  • Develop and actively engage in client relationship building
  • Identifies and targets influential people and build relationships with them
  • Work closely with location team to effectively target prospects using a regional team approach
  • Actively controls the course of the interaction to achieve the desired result, planning for fallback position
  • Ensure that promises made by the team or any member of the wider team are kept and honored.
Mandatory Requirements: 2-3 years of experience in Business Development

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Marketing or its equivalent
  • Logistic and shipping knowledge is a must
  • Possible Public Relations Experience
  • Well conversed with excel, word and PowerPoint
  • Have excellent written English, including good spelling and grammar
  • A meticulous approach to their work and an eye for detail
  • Ability to maintain high-quality work while meeting tight deadlines
  • A good team player
  • Be able to work under pressure
How to Apply:

Please apply if you meet the ‘Mandatory Requirements’.  

Send your CV  (in PDF format) titled with your name, to jobs@genesisconsult.net no later than 31st January 2014. 

The subject line of the application should read, “FDD Executive.” 

Please do not call the recruitment firm or its respective client, doing so will forfeit your application.

Senior Executive – Business Development Job Vacancy (KShs 85K - 95K)

A leader in FMCG / Liquor Industry; owning and operating duty free travel retail shops at airports and seaports worldwide, as well as involving in brand development, marketing, and sales. 

The company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operating through a network of offices and warehouses in Africa, Asia, and Europe.

Industry: Duty Free Retail / FMCG

Job Title: Senior Executive – Business Development 
Type of Hire: Local

Location: Nairobi, Kenya 

Gross Salary Per Month: KES 85,000 – KES 95,000
 
Job Responsibilities:
  • Targeting and gaining new business and to gain comprehensive knowledge of the business, within a wide geographical area
  • To ensure efficient and effective operating standards for reporting systems
  • Ensure all response documents are free from errors, professionally represent and that they address the client questions.
  • Daily report of progress to be submitted to your HOD.
  • Track progress against targets on an ongoing basis and take necessary action with HOD BD Africa to refocus efforts if targets are not being met
  • To submit weekly work in progress reports and ensure data is accurate for real time reporting
  • To actively target and build prospect client relationships in your geographic area.
  • Maintain and develop close client relationship of new contracts.
  • To support operators in designated retenders
  • Develop and actively engage in client relationship building
  • Identifies and targets influential people and build relationships with them
  • Work closely with location team to effectively target prospects using a regional team approach
  • Actively controls the course of the interaction to achieve the desired result, planning for fallback position
  • Ensure that promises made by the team or any member of the wider team are kept and honored.
Mandatory Requirements: 3-5 years of experience in Business Development

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Marketing or its equivalent
  • Possible Public Relations Experience
  • 3 to 5 years Business Development experience.
  • Well conversed with excel, word and PowerPoint
  • Have excellent written English, including good spelling and grammar
  • A meticulous approach to their work and an eye for detail
  • Ability to maintain high-quality work while meeting tight deadlines
  • A good team player.
  • Be able to work under pressure
How to Apply:

Please apply if you meet the ‘Mandatory Requirements’. 

Send your CV  (in PDF format) titled with your name, to jobs@genesisconsult.net no later than 31st January 2014. 

The subject line of the application should read, “Senior BD Executive.” 

Please do not call the recruitment firm or its respective client, doing so will forfeit your application.

USAID Funded Program Deputy Chief of Party Job in Kenya - Tetra Tech ARD

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Deputy Chief of Party position on a USAID-funded program in Kenya.

Position Description / Summary: USAID’s Kenya Integrated Wash Program (KIWASH)

Program Goal:  at-scale adoption of sustainable models of WASH service delivery for a healthy, productive and resilient Kenya
Program Objectives:

  • Institutionalize catalytic models of sustainable service delivery;
  • Strengthen governance for resilient and sustainable management of WASH services and water resources.
KIWASH will include the following five components:
  • Scaled up market-based WASH service delivery models
  • Increased access to sustainable financing/credit for WASH services
  • Improved access to integrated WASH and nutrition services
  • Increased environmental sustainability of WASH services
  • Strengthened WASH services and water resources institutions
Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership, supervise and mentor local administrative and financial staff to effect sound project management, fiscal and administrative due diligence and the development of organizational and individual capacities. 
  • Identify and implement changes in administrative and financial policies and procedures that will enhance the cost effectiveness of program implementation.
  • Execute operational planning/budgeting procedures and tools outlined in Tetra Tech ARD’s Standard Operating Procedures that require technical units to provide adequate advance notice of support needs to financial, administrative, logistical, HR, and procurement units.
  • Assist the COP to arrange technical and administrative support for short-term consultants and contractors
  • Ensure compliance of project operations with USAID, and Tetra Tech ARD Home Office administrative policies and guidelines.
  • Support implementation efforts throughout Kenya when requested by the COP.
  • Respond to pertinent information requests from project partners and other relevant organizations/institutions;            
  • Administer and manage the efficient utilization and maintenance of project resources, including vehicles, IT and office equipment and furnishings, and any other physical assets purchased by or assigned to the project;
  • Advise the COP on all policy matters concerning project administration and financial management.
Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Commerce or related field.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience managing USAID/USG funded projects.
  • Excellent planning, management and organizational skills.  
  • Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
  • Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills.  
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team. 
  • Demonstrated skill in quickly assessing priorities and opportunities and managing a variety of activities with attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with donor, project stakeholders, in-country collaborators and staff at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong MS Office skills, including Excel.
  • Strong written and oral presentation skills in English.
  • Kenyan nationals strongly encouraged to apply;
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:
  • Cover Letter
  • CV in reverse chronological format
  • A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference.
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech ARD’s ad posted.

Apply on-line at: 

https://careers.tetratechintdev.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingDetail.aspx?PostingId=657

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. 

No phone calls will be accepted.

Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. 

We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. 

We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. 

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.


Electrical & Electronics Trainer Job Vacancy - CAP Youth Empowerment Institute

Electrical & Electronics Trainer

CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.
The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support. 

About the Position
 

We are urgently looking for an Electrical Trainer for one of our Centre. 

Successful candidate will be required deliver the electrical curriculum, source for mentors for the youth, internship and employment opportunities as well.

He/She must be self-driven, with the ability to work with minimal Supervision. 

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Developing, customizing and delivering curriculum.
  • Theoretical and practical instruction in the area of specialization;
  • preparing and maintaining of schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson notes, teaching and learning materials and trainee records;
  • carrying out trainee assessment; ensuring proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment;
  • conducting co-curricular activities; maintain trainee discipline; guidance and counseling of trainees;
  • Monitoring trainees on field work and industrial attachment and compiling progress reports.
  • Assist students get internships and employment opportunities.
  • To source for guest lecturers and organize field visits for the trainees.
  • To help the trainees to find internship and employment opportunities.
  • Assist in the recruitment of students into the programme.
Requirements
  • Atleast One (1) year working experience in the field of electrical.
  • Must be mature and with the right attitude.
  • Minimum of Diploma in Electrical engineering.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Must have passion of working with young people.
  • Excellent Presentation skills.
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Networking skills a must.
  • Conversant with security systems, CCTV Cameras, domestic installations, electrical fencing
  • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written.
How to Apply
 
This position is on full time basis. 

To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to recruitment.capyei@gmail.com by 5th February 2014.

Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 

Applicants are required to quote their current and expected salary in the cover letter.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Note: Cap Youth Empowerment Institute does not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.