Jhpiego Senior Finance Manager and Senior Administration Manager Jobs Re-advertisement

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is an international NGO supporting health programs to improve the health of women and their families.

Jhpiego - Kenya works in close collaboration with both the Ministry of Medical Services and the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation in the areas of HIV, Malaria, TB, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Reproductive Health and Family Planning.

We are currently recruiting senior managers who are team players, dedicated, highly motivated and willing to work in a high pressure office requiring multi-tasking.

Senior Finance Manager (Re-Advertised)

Reporting to the Finance & Administration Director, the Senior Finance Manager will assist in the management of finance function for Jhpiego’s Kenya Office.

S/he will implement and maintain financial and accounting systems required ensuring the integrity and effective performance of Jhpiego’s financial operations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the effective utilization of Jhpiego’s financial management system to ensure accurate financial tracking, reporting and in compliance with Jhpiego policies
• Provide supervision, guidance and mentorship of staff and ensure team spirit within the finance team
• Review policies, procedures and systems to ensure effective internal controls are in place and are adhered to
• Provide financial and accounting technical advice to all Jhpiego programs
• Review and administer sub-agreements, monitor grants payments and the compliance to award terms and conditions
• Assist program staff to develop work plans and annual budgets for programs and the office costs
• Prepare and submit reports to donors as per the grant agreements
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and ensure prompt implementation of their recommendations
• Represent Jhpiego in high level meetings with partners, professional bodies and conferences
• Ensure procurement guidelines and systems are in place and adhered to
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports

Required Qualifications:

• A Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
• Degree in accounting with CPA(K), ACCA or equivalent
• 10 years of post-qualification experience in financial management with at least 5 years in a senior position in a reputable NGO or development agency
• Ability to communicate and to confidently engage with high ranking government and donor partners
• Trustworthy and track record of impeccable integrity
• Conversant with USAID financial guidelines/regulations
• Computer literacy, particularly working knowledge of QuickBooks and MS office

Senior Administration Manager (Re-Advertised)

Reporting to the Finance & Administration Director, the Senior Administration Manager will provide leadership in administrative services for effective support to Jhpiego’s programs.

S/he will develop and manage systems in security, procurement, ICT, physical facilities, assets management and transport systems to ensure the integrity and smooth running of the offices.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership to all administrative operations
• Establish administrative systems, standard operation procedures and provide guidance on implementation for smooth office operations
• Review policies, procedures and systems for effective internal controls, cost control and compliance to policy
• Innovate on systems to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the administrative operations
• Oversee local, and international travel, procurement, shipments and safe custody of assets
• Review and advice on administrative matters including leases, statutory requirements and contracts with third parties.
• Advise senior management on all administrative matters
• Mentor, motivate and supervise staff in the section

Required Qualifications

• Must have MBA degree or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years experience in managing administration functions with at least 5 years in a senior position in a reputable NGO or development agency
• Ability to communicate and to confidently engage with senior management
• Trustworthy and track record of impeccable integrity
• Experienced in managing teams and supervising multi cultural staff
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to multitask even under pressure of deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and with pleasant and outgoing personality
• Computer literacy, particularly working knowledge of MS office.

Interested applicants should send a CV with three (3) referees and cover letter to HR-Kenya@jhpiego.net not later than 14th October 2011.

Please indicate how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

Candidates who had applied earlier need not apply.

Only those selected for the interview will be contacted.

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer

Lutheran World Relief (LWR) Program Manager Job - Nairobi, Kenya

Lutheran World Relief (LWR) is a US non-governmental organization that works with Lutherans and partners around the world to end poverty, injustice and human suffering.

LWR - East Africa Regional Office is seeking to recruit a Program Manager for Kenya based in its Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya. All qualified Kenya Nationals are invited to apply for the position

The Program Manager will report to the Country Director, and will be part of the regional team to develop, implement and derive lessons learnt from the regional strategy.

S/he will also ensure that the projects are implemented in accordance with contractual obligations and meet the highest standard of implementation.

Key responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Country Director, assist with Identifying, building and managing partner relationships, including support for organizational capacity development and project cycle management
• Participate in the development of high quality concept papers and proposals.
• Monitor and support partners’ projects and implementation of capacity strengthening activities
• Ensure that data required for demonstrating projects impact and lessons learnt are collected, analyzed and integrated into project monitoring and evaluation systems in accordance with LWR guidelines
• Participate in the development and implementation of the country’s strategic and annual operational plan and budgets
• Participate in local advocacy efforts as consistent with LWR strategies for Kenya

Core competencies:

• Deep commitment to LWR’s core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners
• Holder of Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, agricultural economics or related field and eight or more years experience development work
• Strong project development and management skills and demonstrated experience in working with Local Government, Non Governmental Organizations, Community Based Organizations and Faith Based Organizations
• Familiarity with key development, economic and social justice issues at a practical and policy level.
• Demonstrated experience in agribusiness development including supporting partners in agriculture value chain and credit management
• Excellent report writing skills
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using Word, Excel, Access, and internet.
• Ability to travel up to 70% percent of his/her time in Kenya.

Interested candidates are requested to send their detailed CV and cover letter to info@lwrearo.org by 7th October 2011

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Security Officer Job - Nairobi, Kenya - International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

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 Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti. It also runs regional specialist units that provide support and expertise to the ICRC’s Delegations in East Africa, the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa.

Security Officer

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi is seeking for an experienced and highly motivated person to fill the above position:

The Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of Security, the tasks and responsibilities include;

• Ensure the security of the ICRC property, assets and staff;
• Supervise the deployment of private security guards;
• To undertake general administrative duties within the unit as delegated;
• Attend to traffic accidents involving ICRC vehicles and follow up with relevant authorities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Academic – O-level;
• 3 years experience in a similar position, preferably with Non-governmental organisations or 5 years experience in the Armed Forces (Captain) / Police ( Inspector rank) ;
• Computer literate (Ms word & excel);
• Valid driving license with experience for over two years;
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.

The Profile:

• Good communication skills;
• Able to work independently and in a team;
• High level of honesty and integrity;
• Flexibility and willingness to work irregular schedules.

Interested persons with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources on the below address or e-mail, on or before 14 October 2011.

Please include 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

Call for consultancy services for Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey in Turkana County

European Commission Water Facility

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion for the Millennium Development Goals

Call for consultancy services for Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey in Turkana County

Background

The total number of Kenyans with improved sanitation improved slightly from 26% in 1990 to 31% in 2008. During the same period the number of Kenyans with access to safe and adequate drinking water increased from 43% to 59%.

The situation is worse in the arid and semi-arid districts (ASALs) of Northern Kenya which continue to receive less investment than other parts of the country. Turkana is the largest and the poorest district in Kenya, with 94.9% of the population below the absolute poverty line.

The District has amongst the lowest coverage levels for water and sanitation in Kenya, estimated to be as low as 15% and 9% respectively compared to the national average of 31% and 59% respectively.

In response to the above, Oxfam GB, along with partners (Practical Action and International Rescue Committee), secured funding for a three year project, 2011 – 2014 for WASH interventions in Turkana to help in closing some of the identified gaps.

In 67 targeted communities, the project will address the needs of the poorest, most marginalised and vulnerable communities in Kenya by targeting people living in rural areas in Turkana County who currently do not have access to sufficient safe drinking water and sanitation facilities, and do not practice appropriate hygiene (e.g. hand washing).

The action will particularly benefit women and children who are traditionally responsible for health and hygiene at household level, collect most of the domestic water and are most affected by lack of appropriate sanitation facilities.

Therefore Oxfam, International Rescue Committee (IRC) and Practical Action seek the services of a suitable consultant to carry out a Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) survey, the result of which will be used to establish targeted hygiene and sanitation promotion approaches for the implementation of the project hygiene and sanitation activities.

Qualifications or Specialized Knowledge /Experience Required

• Master’s Degree in social science, statistics and data analysis or related fields;
• Experience in WASH surveys will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in data collection and analysis, or WASH related studies and programmes, with previous working experience in the UN or other International organizations;
• Working experience in the Arid and Semi-Arid zones, especially Turkana region is an asset;
• Strong analysis, and good inter-personal communication skills;
• Competence on key statistical tools and software such as SPSS, SAS or CSPro, etc.
• Excellent command of English, both oral and written
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills
• Suitable consultants are invited to submit their technical and financial proposals to Oxfam.

The Terms of Reference can be viewed online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs Ref: INT4909.

The expression of interest and proposal documents should be sent online OR to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk by 12th October 2011, clearly marked as PROPOSALS FOR KAP SURVEY IN TURKANA