Workshop Supervisor and Technician Jobs in Qatar

Workshop Supervisor

Location: Qatar, Qatar
Application deadline:  4th May 2012

Key Responsibilities:

• Full responsibility of workshop team and their daily functions (the areas of work would include products like air compressors/gear boxes/chemical injection pumps/small motor repair/ electric actuators/ gen instrument repair/breathing air compressors, and overhead industrial cranes) both in the workshop and at site.
• Responsibility to review and present the inspection report for each equipment.
• Addressing all performance and deliverable issues with staff.
• Assess status of machines and parts follow up with admin.
• Identify what spares and other additional works require
• Allocation of the daily jobs and effective administration.
• Provide high level technical support to workshop team.
• Provide unit team with necessary tools, i.e. manuals, identifying training needs.
• Perform quality check on machines prior to the delivery.
• Provide all the relevant paperwork.
• Discipline and productivity responsibility of staff members
• Daily feedback to Supervisor/Manager.
• Ensure machines are stored efficiently.
• Responsible for maintaining high standards of housekeeping, and ensuring HSE practices are adopted and maintained continuously.
• Attend and conduct morning workshop meetings.

Inherent Requirements:

• 3 years Diploma in Mechanical engineering.
• 10 years hands-on experience industrial maintenance field.
• 5 years Supervisory (Foreman) experience by supervising minimum of 20 employees
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbally) in English
• Computer Literacy - MS Office Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
• Strong supervisory skills
• Strong administration skills
• Able to develop and maintain strong relationships with Internal staff & external customers.
• Must be highly organized and able to plan him and the team
• Must have flexibility to work extended hours whenever is required
• Must be flexible to attend customer calls any days in a week.
• Strong Technical ability
• Self reliant
• Ability to work under pressure
• Enjoys challenges
• Technical Experience
• Hands-on experience in major overhaul of all kind of rotating equipments in the industrial Petrochemical plants such as pumps, rotary and recip compressors etc.....
• Skilled in dynamic balancing, Mechanical seals, Analogue & digital Laser alignment, Cad drawing etc.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and corrective repairs on critical problems within less downtime.

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Mechanical Technician

Location: Qatar, Qatar
Employer: Qatalum
Application deadline:  11th May 2012
3 Year Contract

• To perform this function, the applicants should have 3 - 5 years' experience from Pot Tending Machines and/or Aluminum Smelters. General heavy industrial equipment and well developed diagnostic & maintenance skills will also be considered.
• Knowledge from NKM Noell cranes or other Pot Tending Equipment is an advantage.
• The applicants should be computer literate in normal office software and preferably SAP PM Knowledge.
• Proactive approach to health, safety and the environment (HSE).
• Self-motivated person with the desire to work in a Greenfield / Multi-Cultural environment.
• Trade certificate in Electrical, Instrumentation or mechanical or higher (or long experience as a substitute to trade certificate/education.
• Pro-active - contribute to improvements

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Instrumentation Technician

Location: Qatar, Qatar
Employer: Qatalum
Application deadline: 11th May 2012
3 Year Contract

• To perform this function, the applicants should have 3 - 5 years' experience from Pot Tending Machines and/or Aluminum Smelters. General heavy industrial equipment and well developed diagnostic & maintenance skills will also be considered.
• Knowledge from NKM Noell cranes or other Pot Tending Equipment is an advantage.
• The applicants should be computer literate in normal office software and preferably SAP PM Knowledge.
• Proactive approach to health, safety and the environment (HSE).
• Self-motivated person with the desire to work in a Greenfield / Multi-Cultural environment.
• Trade certificate in Electrical, Instrumentation or mechanical or higher (or long experience as a substitute to trade certificate/education.
• Pro-active - contribute to improvements

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Electrical Technician

Location: Qatar, Qatar
Employer: Qatalum
Application deadline: 11th May 2012
3 Year Contract

To perform this function, the applicants should have 3 - 5 years' experience from Pot Tending Machines and/or Aluminum Smelters. 

General heavy industrial equipment and well developed diagnostic & maintenance skills will also be considered.

• Knowledge from NKM Noell cranes or other Pot Tending Equipment is an advantage.
• The applicants should be computer literate in normal office software and preferably SAP PM Knowledge.
• Proactive approach to health, safety and the environment (HSE).
• Self-motivated person with the desire to work in a Greenfield / Multi-Cultural environment.
• Trade certificate in Electrical, Instrumentation or mechanical or higher (or long experience as a substitute to trade certificate/education.
• Pro-active - contribute to improvements

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ICRC - Paediatrician Job in Afghanistan

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.

Paediatrician

Based in Kandahar, Afghanistan

Non family assignment

The ICRC Delegation in Afghanistan is seeking an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above-mentioned position:

Function / raison d’être:

• He/she works in collaboration with local counterparts for overall optimal management of paediatric patients in both the OPD and the ward setting.
• He/she actively participates in the organisation and overall smooth running of the paediatric wards.
• He/she contributes to the development of plans of action with the Hospital Project Manager (HPM) and hospital team.

Selection requirements:

• Paediatrician / General Practitioner with extensive experience in paediatrics;
• Minimum 3 years of experiences in clinical paediatrics is required together with a diploma and /or an extensive experience in paediatrics;
• Ability to adapt work and relate effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• ICRC / NGO experience and/or good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to the ICRC in general;
• Experience in organisation of training / teaching students;
• Ability/willingness to adapt to Afghan culture, security constraints and living restrictions in Kandahar, and to work in volatile environment;
• Excellent command of English;
• International driving licence (valid for manual transmission vehicles, a licence for an automatic-transmission vehicle only is not sufficient);
• Ready to accept unaccompanied posting (no family posting).

Minimum length of assignment: 6 months.

Please apply directly through our website www.icrc.org for all details concerning this position and how to apply (Working for the ICRC – vacancies section).

Only applications received through the website will be considered.

Registrar of LCIA - MIAC Job

The LCIA - MIAC Arbitration Centre (LCIA - MIAC) was established in July 2011, with the support of the Government of Mauritius, and aims to be the leading African arbitral institution.

LCIA - MIAC will provide, from its local office in Mauritius, the same extensive range of dispute resolution services as are provided by the LCIA in London, for the benefit of parties doing business in and through Mauritius, in the African region and beyond.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate for the demanding, challenging and rewarding role of Registrar.

He/she will have responsibility for the day-to-day management of LCIA-MIAC, for marketing and raising its profile, and for heading up the casework secretariat.

Applicants should have a professional legal qualification and experience of arbitration.

Salary negotiable i.r.o. MUR 3,400,000 p.a..

Applications by email to recruitmen@lcia-miac.org enclosing CV.

A more detailed job description is available on request.

Closing date: 29 February 2012

GSMA - Development Fund Mobile Agriculture Programme Specialist Job

GSMA mFarmer initiative, Mobile Agriculture Programme Specialist

Based in London, UK or Nairobi, Kenya: Fixed term Contract

Please note - to apply for this role you must have had demonstrable experience in applying the use of IT/mobile communications that improve the impact of agriculture value chain projects - actual experience of this must be in your CV.

GSMA: The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide. Spanning 219 countries, the GSMA unites nearly 800 of the world’s mobile operators, as well as more than 200 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset makers, software companies, equipment providers, Internet companies, and media and entertainment organisations. The GSMA also produces industry-leading events such as the Mobile World Congress and Mobile Asia Congress.

GSMA Development Fund: The GSMA Development Fund Exists to accelerate economic, social and environmental development through the use of mobile technology. We believe that providing tangible, accessible mobile services to people in developing countries is invaluable to society and can help improve people’s lives. The Development Fund leverages the industry expertise of the GSMA and its members, as well as the development expertise of international agencies and non-profit organisations to accelerate mobile services.

Together with our partners we incubate and replicate new mobile services in communities where they can make a positive difference.

GSMA mAgri Programme and mFarmer Initiative: The GSMA Development Fund’s mAgri Programme works to catalyse the deployment of mobile solutions that benefit the agricultural sector. These solutions are designed to address the problems of low yield, income and the value chain inefficiencies that beset the world’s poorest farmers.

The mFarmer Initiative was launched in 2011 in partnership with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and USAID.

The scope of the initiative is to facilitate the creation and scaling of modern agriculture solutions that bridge the information gap and increase the yield and income of rural small-holders.

The mFarmer initiative achieves its aims by working closely with mobile network operators (GSMA members) and other public and private sector agriculture organisations who are implementing agricultural services.

To foster innovation and accelerate deployments – the mFarmer initiative will award challenge funds, technical assistance and an electronic content database to circa 4-6 projects in Sub-Saharan Africa and India.

The GSMA mAgri team will work closely on the ground with these projects to ensure their success.

The mAgri team will also work to raise advocacy for agriculture value added services more broadly within the industry, by ensuring that key industry developments, learnings and best practices are appropriately packaged and shared; and convene the industry in order to better understand and resolve key issues facing agriculture VAS initiatives.

For more information, visit http://gsmworld.com/mfarmer

Responsibilities The GSMA mAgri Programme seeks an experienced agriculture consultant to work closely with the Director and other key advisors to oversee and implement the mFarmer projects in line with donor and GSMA strategy.

The consultant will be the agriculture SME for the GSMA mAgri team. They are required to work across a number of projects and projects teams with multiple priorities. It will be a complex and continuously changing environment across many cultures.

The incumbent must possess a unique blend of agriculture and a business appreciation; a big-picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality. They should enjoy spending time in the market to understand needs, and find innovative solutions for the broader market.

Main Accountabilities:

Technical Assistance (60%) – to work directly with 4-6 mFarmer services and provide agricultural consultancy to guide new innovative approaches to use mobile to deliver in demand information to farmers.

They will oversee the design and implementation of market needs assessments, agriculture content plans and gender plans with each service provider. The consultant will support service providers to ensure the agricultural service is designed and implemented to provide a high-quality of service and impact to farmers; and can be scaleable and sustainable.

They will develop and manage key stakeholders relationships critical for the programme’s success, including agriculture and farmer’s institutes, mobile phone operators, and donor agencies. They will work with potential agriculture partners to market the mFarmer initiative and its benefits.

Best practice and knowledge sharing (20%) – through product and service development with mFarmer services the consultant will refine best case practices and tools for wider publication and use in future programme development.

This could be in the form of writing case studies and online reports and conducting knowledge sharing sessions via working groups, webinars and workshops (in collaboration with the other mAgri team members).

The consultant will develop knowledge sharing plans with other key donor agriculture partners to learn and share lessons from other key initiatives. The consultant will be the agriculture evangelist to the industry for the mAgri programme and represent GSMA and the GSMA mAgri programme and mFarmer Initiative to donors, governments and other key stakeholders.

Programme and project monitoring (20%) – to oversee the initiative’s monitoring and evaluation function. Deliver project reports to donors and partners including USAID and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

The best candidate for this position matches this profile:

• Advanced degree in agriculture science, agribusiness, agriculture economics, or an equivalent related field.
• Solid experience of working on complex agriculture projects in Sub-Saharan Africa and/or South Asia.
• Experience managing and implementing donor projects (experience with USAID program management preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge on approaches to use information and communications technology that improve the impact of agriculture value chain projects. This must be in your CV.
• M&E skills and experience
• Experience of working on gender initiatives preferred
• Knowledge of donor reporting systems and requirements, including programmatic and financial reporting
• Proactive consultant who can creatively identify opportunities and suggest ways of improving existing processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and highly professional - comfortable interacting with internal and external stakeholders, including C level executives
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional and cross-organisational teams without formal authority
• Excellent team player, able to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Must be able to travel 30-40% of the time including global travel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The GSMA is able to provide suitably motivated candidates with a first class working environment, access to all of the key decision makers in one of the planet’s largest and most progressive industry’s and the context to keep a curious mind engaged.

Many of our alumni have now taken key roles in the development of the industry.

This position is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development and the GSMA.

How to apply:

Please email your CV to rwilliams@gsm.org, clearly showing that you have had demonstrable experience in applying the use of IT/mobile communications that improve the impact of agriculture value chain projects - actual experience of this must be in your CV

BMMI - Assistant Operations Manager Job in Ghana

Our client, BMMI, is headquartered in the Kingdom of Bahrain and has international operations spanning three continents.

BMMI is a diversified retail, distribution, contract services and supply group, supported by a world class integrated logistics capability.

The position is open to qualifying candidates and will be located in a mining camp in Ghana.

Nationality is not an issue.

Job Purpose

The selected candidate will assist in the management of operations within a defined operational and financial structure. They will be expected to deliver excellence in service standards, contractual compliance as per agreed profit targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Follow all applicable policies and procedures required for the successful execution of the job.
• Follow the IMS Policy and meet the requirements of the organization’s Integrated Management System which is compliant to international standards for Quality (ISO 9001), Food Safety (ISO 22000), Occupational Health & Safety (OHSAS 18001), and Environmental Management System (ISO 14001).
• Make recommendations for continual improvement and support improvement initiatives the company undertakes.
• Management of the Operation to the agreed budget and adherence to all Company policies and Procedures as they relate to Finance, HR, Admin and Operations (Quality and HSE)
• To achieve and maintain Contract Compliance at all times
• Maintain excellent Client Relationships as may be gauged through Customer Satisfaction Surveys
• Ensure that all end of month returns are sent on time and that any delays for operational reasons are communicated in a timely manner
• Meet with senior client representatives on a regular basis to discuss both current and future business and ensure that the content of meetings is communicated to concerned parties and all issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Ensure that all client policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to and where possible ensure that the Company’s own standard exceeds the client’s
• Monitor purchases and logistics to the locations and ensure that all supply and logistic issues are communicated to the purchasing department
• Ensure that all personnel perform to the highest possible levels, that their welfare and security are taken as a priority and that key personnel have a personal development plan
• Recruitment of staff using the company terms and conditions specified for each grade, identifying personnel for internal promotion and planning and institute training programmes if required.
• Identify key areas within the operation that can be improved, thus enhancing customer satisfaction
• Identify new business opportunities in the country and monitor client activity in new territories in order to secure new business and help to compile tender documentation
• Be involved in new company initiatives with other members of the team

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills

The ideal candidate will be expected to have:

• A Diploma or Degree in Hospitality or Business
• Contract management and Project management skills
• Thorough knowledge of Cost Control, Food Production & Service
• Good knowledge of Personnel Management
• Be Self Motivated, Independent and Resourceful, Honest and Open in communication; with strong leadership skills
• Experience in Hospitality and Facility Management in a Contract Environment
• Experience in other parts of Africa and/or Remote Sites

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications on e-mail, together with the latest copy of CV, telephone number and details of their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com on or before Wednesday 15th February 2012.

A good package that comprises a basic salary, free accommodation, food, telephone, annual bonus, medical scheme, and paid leave will be provided

Mechanical Utility Technician - Dubai (KShs 65,000 p.m)

Role: Mechanical Utility Technician (Maintenance of Utility Equipments)

Location: Dubai

Key Skills / Requirements:

• Diploma/certificate as Automotive/Engine Mechanic or Certificate from an Industrial Mechanical Course
• Minimum 3 years experience in the same capacity as above role.
• Extensive knowledge and maintenance of utilities equipment such as WTP/ETP, Air compressors/boilers/refrigeration etc.

Salary: Ksh 65,000 plus approved accommodation and 1 x return flight to Kenya

Contract: Minimum 2years

Applications:

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to;

harriet@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit recruitment & Training,
Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Only applicants who are successful will be contacted.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Concern Worldwide - Food, Income & Markets Programme Manager - Somalia / Somaliland

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the following position:

Food, Income & Markets Programme Manager – Concern Somalia / Somaliland Programme

Duration of contract: 2 years

Job Summary:

The incumbent will be based in Hargeisa with frequent travel to programme areas and will provide leadership to the Food, Income and Markets programme by effective management of all Concern FIM projects in Somaliland and Somalia.

S/he will also be responsible for the overall staff and financial management of the Hargeisa field office and will also act as Concern’s representative in Somaliland.

The key areas of responsibility will be:

• FIM Programme Development and Management
• Staff Development and Management
• Financial Management
• Representation and Liaison

Person specification:

• An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in international development or related community development, livelihoods, food security, economics or agriculture and/or commensurate experience
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in leading FIM programmes
• Experience of project planning, monitoring and evaluation
• Proven leadership, management, interpersonal, decision–making and analytical skills
• Willingness to and experience in working in insecure environments
• Fluent in both spoken and written English

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements can obtain a detailed ToR and apply for this position on Concern’s website: www.concern.net/jobs

The closing date for application is Sunday, 4th December 2011.

Each application should include two referees who can validate technical expertise.

Telephone and email contacts must be submitted with the application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview

Concern has a Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from abuse and exploitation

CURE International Director of Nursing - Kabul, Afghanistan

CURE International is seeking a Director of Nursing for its hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Planning
• Direction and evaluation of the activities of nursing department, including implementation of department’s philosophy and goals, standards of nursing practice and management and development of nursing personnel.
• Provide leadership and direction in all nursing matters
• Implement and uphold CURE Hospitals Values

Qualifications:

• Fluent in English
• Previous Nursing administration/Leadership experience preferred
• Excellent communications and public relations skills; and a sincere commitment to the mission of CURE International.

This position is a full-time, long-term role based in Kabul, Afghanistan and is accompanied by a modest salary and comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to relocation assistance, health insurance, home leave and flight provisions, reasonable housing and retirement contributions among others.

Apply for this position online at http://www.cure.org/jobs not later than 28th November 2011

Oxfam GB - Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods Coordinator, Somalia

Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods Coordinator, Somalia
Base: Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia/Somaliland

Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 year)

Level: C1

Salary Range: Kshs. 272,382 – 381,335 per month gross

Background

Oxfam GB has been assisting the population of Somalia since the 1960s with interventions focusing mainly on livelihood and public health sectors, including water and sanitation interventions. Activities have encompassed both development and emergency projects.

The southern Somalia response began in 2005- 2006 with the delivery of a humanitarian programme integrating water, sanitation, public health promotion, food security and livelihoods interventions in Lower Shabelle, Benadir/Mogadishu, Lower Juba, Middle Juba and Gedo regions.

Since July 2011, Oxfam GB scaled up its activities including cash relief assistance to more than 198,000 people.

The role

The EFSL Coordinator will ensure quality and impact of EFSL work in Somalia and ensure effective programme design and delivery through assessments, proposal developments, facilitation of technical support and capacity building to implementing partners, provision of sound country and regional analysis, supporting inter-cluster linkages particularly to public health as well as policy influence.

The person will also work closely with Oxfam Novib staff involved in EFS & VL to facilitate good relations and effective programming under OI umbrella as well as liaise with the MEAL coordinator and Policy and Advocacy Advisor by providing information and messaging on food security and livelihoods issues.

What we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will have a university degree (in Rural Development, Livelihoods, Agriculture, Nutrition etc).

You will bring to this role at least 5 years technical & practical implementing experience in delivering quality Emergency and longer-term Food Security and Livelihoods programmes in Horn and East Africa, including extensive work with pastoral populations, strong cash & market support experience, working with/through partners and cash remittance companies, ability to conduct quality risk and conflict analysis and integrate it into programme monitoring and strategy.

Excellent communication, facilitation and representation skills as well as computer literacy and fluency in English language are essential. Ability to travel to fields and embed within local communities in South-Central Somalia and Somaliland is a requirement.

If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using REF

The closing date for applications is 03rd November, 2011

Mechanical Engineer, Civil Engineers, Drilling Manager, Rig Operator, Quantity Surveyor, Site engineer,Plant Operators, Accountant, Electrician and Molding Operator Job Vacancies - Khartoum, Sudan

Our client is looking fill the following positions urgently.

The jobs are based in Khartoum, Sudan.

1. Mechanical Engineer - a graduate of 3-5yrs working experience with valid travelling passport.

2. Civil Engineers - graduates of 3-5yrs working experience with valid travelling passport.

3. Drilling Manager - graduate of 3-5yrs working experience with valid traveling passport.

4. Rig Operator - diploma holder of 3-5yrs working experience with valid travelling passport.

5. Quantity Surveyor - graduate of 3-5yrs working experience and with valid travelling passport.

6. Site engineer - a graduate with 3-5yrs working experience and with valid travelling passport.

7. Ass. Drilling Engineer - a diploma holder of 1-3yrs working experience and with valid travelling passport.

8. Plant Operators - looking for plant operators with 3-5yrs working experience and valid travelling passport.

9. ACCA Accountant - with 5-8yrs working experience for our sister company in Egypt and with valid travelling passport.

10. Maintenance Electrician - a diploma holder and 5yrs working experience and with a valid travelling passport.

11. Molding Operator - 5yrs working experience and with a valid travelling passport.

The employer is a UAE based company with a joint venture with the Government of Sudan.

The jobs are located in Khartoum except for the ACCA accountant.

Terms

1. Attractive salary in USD.
2. Medical cover.
3. Internal transport.
4. Accommodation is free.
5. 30 days paid leave annually.
6. Commencement is as soon as possible.

My contact is Owen +254722816239.

Candidates to send CV/Resume in Ms word to; gatehio@gmail.com for shortlisting and forwarding to the client

Smartphone Applications Developers Job Vacancy (Willing to relocate to Ukraine)

Smartphone Applications Developers

Our client an International company, based in Ukraine is looking for highly motivated software developers.

Qualified candidates should have had prior knowledge in mobile application development i.e smart-phones.

The preferred candidate should be willing to relocate to Ukraine for a period of 1-2 years, in 2 months time.

Duties and requirements

• Design, Implement and unit test Software Requirements with zero defects.
• Set the right customer expectations and continually exceed them.
• Review codes, design features, develop and conduct unit tests.
• Provide technical assistance to other team members as needed.
• Develop prototypes on a variety of platforms.
• Create, document, and implement unit test plans, scripts, and test harnesses.
• Interpret written business requirements and technical specification documents.
• Deliver high quality applications for Smart phones.
• Interacts with the test team on a regular basis to identify and address issues in a timely manner.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum of 3-6 years experience in .Net framework, Java\C++ development.
• Good knowledge in Object oriented programming is a must.
• Clear understanding of software development life cycle principles.
• Should be familiar with modern software development practices.
• Should be familiar with various software development design pattern.
• Must have clear knowledge of IPhone Os and Android.
• Should have worked with cross-platform development tools e,g PhoneGap
• Expert level experience in J2ME.
• Must have deployed applications in App Store B – Android
• The ideal candidate will have developed business related application which talk to server via a web APIS such as WSFU using XML/SOAP/JSON.
• At least 2 years of experience developing on at least 2 of the following platform: iPhone / iPad, Android, Windows Mobile is a plus.
• Ability to work within a team and under own responsibility
• Ability to pay strong attention to detail and quality.
• Should have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.

Interested candidates should send their updated CV to careers@kcr-hr.com on or before 15th October, 2011. 

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Computer Trainers Job Vacancies

Arid Lands Information Network (ALIN), an International NGO facilitating information and knowledge exchange between /informediaries/ in the arid lands of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania wishes to recruit a to recruit a dynamic, energetic and committed individuals ICT trainers.

The trainings will be conducted through ALIN's Maarifa (Knowledge) centres spread in the Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The trainers will undergo an initial induction and will be conduct free computers and Internet training to members of the public at Maarifa centres are located in the following areas

Kenya: Isinya in Kajiado, Nguruman in Magadi, Ng'arua in Nyahururu, Marigat in Baringo, Kyuso in Mwingi, Mutomo in Kitui, Ndhiwa in Homa Bay

Uganda: Koro and Awach in Gulu

Tanzania: Shinyanga and Kayanga in Karagwe

Desired Qualification, skills and experience

• A Degree or Diploma in related field.
• Relevant Computer training from a recognised institution (ICDL desirable).
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, Explorer
• Demonstrated skills and experience in delivering a training package.
• Mature, responsible and a person of high integrity
• Prepared to travel stay in at the Maarifa centre for a period of not less than 3 months
• Knowledge of a local languages where Maarifa is located
• Able to work under minimal supervision

Closing date: 28th September 2011

Interested candidates should forward their applications including a motivation letter stating their expected remuneration, curriculum vitae and telephone contacts or email and addresses of 3 referees by 28th September 2011:

E-mail your applications to:

The Selection Panel,
ALIN,
E-mail: trainers@alin.net

Graduates & Experienced Positions Job Vacancies: - Baker Hughes (1622 positions Worldwide)

A top-tier oilfield service company with a century-long track record, Baker Hughes delivers solutions that help oil and gas operators make the most of their reservoirs.

Collaboration is the foundation on which we build our business. We listen to our clients to understand their unique challenges and then develop solutions designed to help manage operating expenses, maximize reserve by recovery, and boost overall return on investment throughout the life of an oil or gas asset.

With more than 50,000 employees in 90 countries, our local geomarket teams work side by side with customers to engineer reliable application-specific products and services that create more value from the reservoir whether the application is deepwater, unconventional hydrocarbons or production and water management.

Our history of technology innovation is a cornerstone of our success. Local teams are supported by global centers of excellence where scientists push the boundaries of value-adding technology to find solutions for progressively more complex technical challenges.

At dedicated innovation centers, scientists conduct applied and game-changing critical research. We collaborate with customers to jointly develop technology for specific industry needs at regional technology centers. Engineers and scientists at our product centers work on next-generation products and services for drilling and evaluation, completions and production, and fluids and chemicals.

At Baker Hughes, we are looking forward to the next 100 years of working side by side with our customers to continue expanding the limits of oil, gas and alternative energy drilling, completion and production through innovation problem solving.

Web link: Baker Hughes Taleo — External select Africa from the drop down menu and click search then you will see the list of jobs available.

General Manager Job Vacancy - Kampala

Job Ref. MN 5056

Our client is a security company based in Kampala but supplying guards and other security services across Uganda, and several thousand guards to oversea clients in several countries.

They now wish to recruit a dynamic General Manager to oversee business growth in terms of volume, diversity and profits in Uganda and across the world.

Applicants should be university graduates or masters level backed by a minimum of 5 years senior operational I management experience in reputable security companies.

Prior experience in disciplined forces would be an advantage.

Send your application and detailed CV by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 23rd September 2011.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736 - 00200,
Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com

Sales Manager Job Vacancy - Tanzania

PZ Cussons East Africa is a leading International Manufacturer and Marketer of leading Household quality brands that include Carex, Imperial Leather, Venus and Ushindi.

We wish to recruit a highly driven, value-aligned and experienced individual to fill the position of Sales Manager to be based in Tanzania.

The purpose of this job is to grow the business in Tanzania and lead a team of high achieving Area sales Developers’ and Identify further opportunities for business growth and development in the region.

This position reports to the Head of Sales based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Key Accountabilities of the Role

• Achievement of Sales targets by assigned sales teams and individual customers.
• Clearly define Key Performance Indicators for the Sales team reporting into the position.
• Develop, implement and monitor business objectives for all customers in the Area.
• Ensure that the sales team adhere to company procedures and policies regarding trade operations.
• Positively influencing sales by regular contact, networking and motivation of teams and customers.
• Monitoring and regular reporting on competitor activities.
• Approve and regularly review all sales itineraries to ensure effective customer collage.
• Identify opportunities to grow the customer base through new business development opportunities.
• Implementation of trade marketing activities in the Area.

Person Requirements

• Educated to at least Bachelors Degree in any field but with genuine interest in FMCG Sales
• Minimum 5 Years experience in field sales 2 of which must be in a management role in an FMCG environment ideally with experience in managing a diverse sales team.
• Ability to align self to our core values of Courage, Accountability, Networking, Drive and Oneness.
• Potential to demonstrate our Global competencies of Creating the Future, Working Together, being Adaptable, and Pursuing Success.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements for this position, please send your application and CV to jobs.kenya@pzcussons.com 

This vacancy remains open until close of business on 20 September 2011

Advertising Job Vacancies - Ethiopia (3 Positions)

Build brands in Ethiopia

3 Positions in Advertising in Ethiopia

With new growth, Ethiopia's leading ad agency is looking for three special people to take advantage of these exciting job opportunities in Addis Ababa:

General Manager

This is the key position in the company. Must have experience in client services at a senior level as well as background in managing a team and some knowledge in finances.

Art Director

An experienced graphic designer, with a solid ad agency background, who is slick, quick and a team player who can work across a broad spectrum of media. Send us a small portfolio of your best work.

Third Position

The agency is looking for one of or a combination of these skills in the third position: marketing strategy, media strategic/planner, behavioural change strategy (social accounts), client services.

As the diplomatic capital of Africa, Addis Ababa is a place of unique opportunity. Much of our work is with international clients, global brands and NGOs.

Remuneration includes free housing and a competitive package of benefits.

Apply by email to ethiopiapositions@yahoo.com

Interviews will be held in Nairobi at the end of the month.

GREENER PASTURES - Project Planner - Ndola, Zambia.

Job Summary

Ndola Energy Company Limited invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Project Planner for the Ndola Energy project in Ndola, Zambia.

The project entails the building of a 50MW HFO Fired Power Plant in Ndola, Zambia. Ability to start immediately would be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development of baseline program.
• Baseline schedule capable of acceptance for area / units under control
• Development of network precedence.
• Critical path for area / units under control
• Development of working control schedules for day to day activities for area / units under control. These should be agreed with key team members
• Progress monitoring and proactive warning of deviations to plan.
• Progress reporting
• General planning & schedule duties as Lead Planner may direct

Key Requirements Skills and experience:

• Typically around 5 years planning experience in an industrial power / energy related construction environment.
• Should be able to supervise juniors to achieve targets for areas / units under control.
• Must have experience in developing programs in MS Project and / or Primavera using sound planning and scheduling techniques.
• Ability to produce variety of progress reports and S-curves would be an advantage.
• Good interpersonal skills a requirement as a lot of interaction takes place with team members.

Attributes:

• Sound logic
• Problem solving
• IT skills (MS suit & MSP)
• MS Project and / or Primavera
• Detail orientated
• Good interpersonal skills

Education Qualification:

• Diploma in planning or engineering discipline in either Mech, Civil or Electrical
• Registration with an institution would be advantageous

Applications to

David Carroll
Ndola Energy Company Limited
david.carroll@greatlakesenergyafrica.com

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Kampala, Uganda

Our client, Nakasero Hospital Limited (“NHL”) opened its doors in 2009; with its main objective being the provision of quality medical care and to fill a gap which was created by the lack of adequate medical facilities in the country.

NHL is now looking to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will be responsible for the provision of visionary leadership and direction and ensuring that the hospital’s mandate and policies are implemented fully and effectively, in line with the hospital’s strategic plan.

The CEO will be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Key responsibilities:

• Overseeing the development and timely implementation of the mission, strategic and business plans as well as driving performance and innovation;
• Overseeing the fiscal operations and spearheading community service while ensuring financial viability;
• Overseeing timely negotiation, achievement and reporting of the performance contract objectives as well as the preparation and submission of operation plans and budgets;
• Overseeing adequate deployment of its human resources as well as its facilities, equipment, supplies etc;
• Ensuring compliance with regulations governing hospitals and the rules of accrediting bodies;
• Representing the hospital in legal matters with support from the legal function; and
• Anticipating problems and the timely and effective resolution of any disruptions, while ensuring safety in all hospital operations.

The ideal candidate will have an understanding and appreciation of the culture and environment associated with managing a complex service organisation in a competitive, turbulent market-driven atmosphere, including building relationships with Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs).

Evidence of the ability to interact, relate to, work with and support the activities of dynamic physicians, highly qualified staff and Board members is desirable.

We are looking for a candidate who holds a Master’s Degree in hospital administration or public health administration with a Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other related field from a recognized university.

The candidate must have at least ten years experience, five of which must be at a senior level in a large organisation. Training in Strategic Leadership and Health Systems Management (HSM), from a recognized institution, will be an added advantage.

You can access the detailed job profile on www.nakaserohospital.com

If you believe you fit the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to the address below by Friday 16 September 2011 . Send your curriculum vitae (by post or email) containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates.

Include day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references to:

The People and Change Division
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited, 1 Colville Street
P 0 Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda
E-mail: hr. s@ug.pwc. com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Regional Sales Manager (French Speaking Countries) and Country Sales Manager (Kenya)

Due to our rapid expansion across the African continent we seek to recruit suitably qualified, enthusiastic and highly dynamic people for our African Headquarters in Nairobi.

Regional Sales Manager – French Speaking Countries

Job description:

To manage sales in the region and be responsible for meeting the budget goals.

Managing a team of Country Sales Managers in allocated region.

To personally meet with relevant customers in the region.

Efficiently communicate technical matters between Inmobia and its customers.

Ability to develop new ideas and drive improvements within the role.

Skills & background:

• MBA, Degree/Diploma in project management, marketing or customer service.
• Key Account management experience from technology – based, solutions provider, preferably within Regional Telecoms in Africa.
• Occupational Skills: Excellent communication, excellent negotiation, interpersonal, presentation and reporting skills. Should have a positive attitude to acquire more skills.
• Specific Competence: Must be fluent in written/spoken French and English. Organizational skills and computer literacy.
• Personal Traits: A strong sense of responsibility and accountability. Self-motivated and focused on delivering results against objectives under minimal supervision, presentable. Should be a team player and able to resolve conflicts within projects including human aspects.

To be considered, please email your application latest 10-09-2011 to job-rsm@inmobia.com

Country Sales Manager – Kenya

Job description:

• To manage sales in Kenya and be responsible for meeting the budget goals.
• To personally meet with relevant customers in Kenya.
• To promote content sourcing and driving sales to respective Clients.
• To keep a daily updated task list, have weekly and monthly reporting duties.

Skills & background:

• Degree/Diploma in project management, marketing or customer service. A proven track record of running projects with 3 years’ experience as Project Manager within Telecoms or similar field.
• Occupational Skills: Project Management skills, communication, presentation and good interpersonal skills.
• Specific Competence: English language skills (written and spoken), ability to efficiently communicate technical matters with organisations within Inmobia, and towards customer, on both technical and management levels.
• Personal Traits: Self-motivated, presentable, team player with a positive attitude to acquire more skills, ability to resolve conflicts within projects including human aspects and to develop new ideas and drive improvements within the role.

To be considered, please email your application latest 10-09-2011 to job-csm@inmobia.com

Further Information

Please send your application to the email address stated under the relevant position and note:

One file ONLY with Application letter (max 1 page) and CV (max 3 pages) in same file; As Word or PDF.

Subject Field must include: “JOBTITLE” and your name.

You can find further information about our company on www.inmobia.com.

Inmobia is a worldwide leading provider of mobile platforms and services for mobile operators, media, advertising and digital companies, as well as financial and health organizations. Inmobia is a Danish company, founded in 1998, with offices in Scandinavia, Bahrain, Kenya, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Colombia, Mexico and USA.

FORBES GLOBAL KENYA - Starting Salary US$15,000

FORBES GLOBAL KENYA

LOGISTICS JOBS IN AFGHANISTAN.
(Work inside U.S Military Camp)
Our client requires the following:
1. Fuel Operator
2. Fuel Technician
3. Ambulance Drivers.
• Annual Starting Salary is 15,000 usd. Travel, Accommodation,
meals, Laundry plus Insurance will be provided.
• Leave after every 6 months.
• Age btwn 24-38 years.
Send your application with detailed C.V and Certificates by 29th
August 2011 to:
Forbes Global Kenya Office.(Embassy House), Mezzanine Floor, Room One.
Tel: 020 2219944/0717268563. Email: contact@forbesgbl.com
www.forbesgbl.com