Linux Systems Administrator Job Vacancy

Vacancy Number: SA/LINUX/RMG/09/11


Department: Research Methods Group (RMG)


Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Duration: 2-year term with possibility of renewal


The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development.


ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).


The position: ILRI requires a Systems Administrator (Linux) to join the ILRI-ICRAF Research Methods Group (RMG).


This is a joint group of ILRI and World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) providing support to researchers in the areas of research computing & data management, project & study design, data analysis & reporting and GIS/RS services.


This position exists to provide administration of the Linux systems installed at the ILRI Kenya campus and oversight for Linux systems installed at other ILRI locations.


The person will also be expected to carry out some programming, scripting and web site development to assist researchers in analysing their data. The majority of the work will be in support of the Biotechnology and Bioinformatics groups in ILRI.


Responsibilities

• Ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the Linux servers; currently these consist of:
• A high-performance computing (HPC) server with 32 processing cores, used to store and analyse bioinformatics data;
• A high-performance computing cluster with 12 compute nodes and 26 processing cores, used to store and analyse socio-economic and spatial (including imaging) data;
• Several bioinformatics web servers;
• Several servers running virtualization software (VirtualBox and VMware).
• Management of user accounts, system security, software updates, and scientific applications used on the servers;
• Installation, configuration, and administration of HPC network services such as SSH, Samba, Apache, rsync, NFS, and database applications such as PostgreSQL and MySQL;
• Carry out scripting (shell, Perl, PHP, Python) to support researchers’ data analysis (including capacity strengthening);
• Backup and restore of research data and system configurations (HPC & other Research Computing systems), and provide input into the Institute Business Continuity plans;
• Liaise with ILRI Information systems department regarding data storage provision and systems;
• Provide support for the Linux workstations on the network, and the links from Windows desktops to the Linux servers;
• Supervise students that are on attachment in RMG – Research Computing group.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a software development or systems administration environment;
• Up-to-date certification in Linux Systems administration, proven experience in programming and web-site development;
• Training in Bioinformatics packages, Cisco networking, Customer service is an advantage;
• Skills in Linux installation, configuration and administration;
• An understanding and working knowledge of advanced computer systems such as high-performance clusters;
• Strong customer service orientation with good communication and interpersonal skills that establishes a good working relationship with customers, with the attitude of wanting to assist people and pass-on knowledge and experience while grasping difficulties perceived by users
• Excellent technical knowledge of computer applications and systems;
• Good logical diagnostic skills and ability to exercise good judgement in the resolution of problems;
• Ability to multi task, work under high pressure, meet deadlines, monitor and follow-up on pending matters under minimum supervision.
• Good communication skills; written and verbal.

Location: Nairobi


Terms of appointment: This is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is on initial 2 year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. Salary and benefits will be in line with those provided within ILRI’s NRS scheme.

Job level: The position is job level 2B with a starting salary of 75,833 or 2C with a starting salary of 105,833, dependent on qualifications and experience.


Applicants should send a cover letter expressing their interest, detailed CV, names and contact details (Telephone, E-mail) of three professional referees to e-mail: recruit-ilri-Ken@cgiar.org by 23rd September 2011.


The position title and reference number ‘SA/LINUX/RMG/09/11 should be clearly indicated on the subject line of the email application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org


ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

Techmtaa is Hiring Bloggers in East Africa

Yes, Techmtaa is hiring. Techmtaa has seen phenomenal growth over time and it is only good that we expand the team of bloggers.

The job of blogging for Techmtaa is interesting in that it includes working news shifts as a team, traveling to cool events, and of course the best part— testing, playing with, writing and reviewing some new gadgets and tech as they becomes available.

You will be shown around how to be yourself and handle every challenge in the industry.

And for that, we have to give you some details

• Must be located in East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda). It would be great if you live in the big cities in East Africa but we will consider those who are located elsewhere
• You must have deep or passionate knowledge coupled with love of technology and gadgets.
• Previous writing experience is not necessary but it would be great if you have such experience.
• You should have a laptop, internet connection and be able to write at-least 3 articles in a week.

Send an email to tech@techmtaa.com including the following:

• If you are in the Dar-es-salaam, include Dar-es-salaam” in the subject line; if you are in the Kigali, include “Kigali.”
• Your full name and location
• Your availability
• Your background in technology and gadgets
• Your major interest areas in technology (like are you more knowledgeable about Android and Windows Phone 7 than iOS?)
• Anything else about yourself that you think might be relevant to our ability to make a decision
• Two writing samples relevant to the kinds of coverage you think you might find on Techmtaa

Accounts Assistants Job Vacancies (5 Posts)

Category: Finance & Accounting

Location: Various, Kenya

Employment Type: Full-Time

DaterInsurance seeks to recruit five qualified and well experienced Accounts Assistants to support the implementation of projects in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret. These positions are within the locations.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide accounting support in the preparation of the various finance reports, accounts and reconciliations
• Assisting in the preparation of accounts and reports as requested
• Assist in preparation of final accounts
• Reconciling bank statements and cash book
• Reconciling staff allowance accounts
• Passing monthly journal voucher
• To receive and process all invoices, expense forms and requests for payment.
• Verify calculations and input codes in to the Accounts system in an accurate manner.
• To maintain and reconcile the Direct Debit mandates.
• Deal with daily petty cash transactions and ensure that reconciliations are completed on a weekly basis.
• To ensure all filing is done in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare cheques for payment.
• To ensure that all post is sent daily.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisors.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills required

• A Diploma in Accounting or other relevant field or a holder of ACCA or CPA (K) or equivalent.
• A University degree will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Financial Management, Public Procurement regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Honesty, transparency and a high level of Integrity.
• Strong Microsoft and especially Excel skills.
• Good organization and administrative skills.

How to apply

If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you.

Applicants will be assessed on a continuous basis.

Closing date for receiving applications is 30th September 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

Hard copy applications are strongly discouraged.

Only applications made through the DaterInsurance corporate website will be considered.

DaterInsurance is an equal opportunity employer and will offer competitive compensation to the right candidate.

Click here to apply online

Sponsorship and CSR Officer Job Vacancy

Job Title: Sponsorship and CSR Officer

Location: Telkom Kenya

Department: Corporate Communication

Reports to: Sponsorship and CSR Manager

Role description

Support the Sponsorship and CSR manager in the implementation of the overall sponsorship and CSR strategies to deliver against brand, communication and commercial strategy

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize organisational skills to maximise impact of partnerships, brand programmes, sponsorships and philanthropy activities and deliver on agreed upon milestones
• Coordinate all activities and projects related to CSR and Sponsorship undertaken by the company
• Supervise all third party engagements, ensure that all sponsorship requests are logged, communication done to relevant parties and timely responses provided to all enquiries
• Assist in the local implementation of all sponsorship and CSR programs developed by FT group and any other group brand campaigns introduced.
• Coordinate the regional implementation of all activities undertaken by the company
• Regularly prepare events schedule for circulation to stakeholders
• Prepare regular status reports for all CSR, corporate philanthropy and sponsorship activities undertaken by the company
• Assist in the compilation of project reports for each assignment
• Assist in the collation of material for the annual sponsorship and CSR reports on a month on month basis in preparation for full report by end of financial year

Education Background & Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Communications, Brand or a related field from a recognized Institution.
• High calibre graduate with minimum 2 years experience in brand marketing, brand based sponsorship experience

Professional Knowledge:

• Computer skills
• Brand Management skills
• Should be able to demonstrate experience in
• brand management and high level
• knowledge of the sponsorship environment
• Should be able to demonstrate understanding of the role of sponsorship to deliver commercial and brand objectives
• knowledge of ethics and corporate governance ethos

Professional Skills:

• Ability to give meaning to messages
• Communication project management
• Influence and persuasion
• Knowledge of target audiences
• Knowledge of the context
• Communication skills
• Creativity and innovation
• Customer focus
• Event management
• Planning and organising
• Well Networked

Deadline: 18th September 2011

Application to: Visit our career pages at www.orange-tkl.co.ke

Applicants must upload a PDF or Ms Word copy of his / her CV to be considered.