Presbyterian Foundation Religious Education Secretary (Nairobi Region),Pensions Accountant and Projects Coordinator Job Vacancies in Kenya

Religious Education Secretary – Nairobi Region

Reporting to: Director, Christian Education

Job Summary: Coordinating Christian Education activities in Nairobi Region.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To deal with Christian Education issues in the Region
• Deal with issues of Church sponsored Schools at Regional level
• Liaise with the Director – Christian Education on all matters of education and PCEA sponsored Schools
• Liaise with Kirksessions, Presbyteries and Regional Councils and Church groups in your area of operation on matters of Education/Training

Qualifications

• Should have a Bachelors Degree in any of the following areas:- Divinity, Theology, Christian Education, Education, Psychology or Sociology.
• Must be a committed Presbyterian
• Must be fluent in English and Kiswahili languages
• Must be computer literate
• Must have a valid driving license
• Should have an experience of at least three years of Church service or related organizations
• Should have served at Presbyterial level – Christian Education Committee
• Should be self-driven, committed and ready to work under minimum supervision.
• Must be between the age of 35 – 45 years.

Pensions Accountant

Reporting to: Finance Officer

Job Summary: In charge of the Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme Accounts

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining the books of accounts for the Pension Scheme.
• Bank reconciliation for the Pension Scheme
• Funds statements reconciliations
• Individual members accounts reconcilitations
• Liaise with Presbyteries for their monthly payroll for pension purposes
• To collect pension debts outstanding at the Presbytery level
• Preparation of audited funds statements for the Annual General meeting.
• Advising on any changes with RBA rules
• Ensuring efficient disbursements of pensions to the retirees.
• Keeping track on the investments at CFC life vis-à-vis other investors.
• Recording of the SRBS Board meetings and arrangements of the same.

Qualifications

• Should have a degree in Finance/B.Com/Business Administration in Finance or Accounting.
• Should have at least CPA II Section 3 or 4.
• Masters degree would be an added advantage
• 5 years experience in a busy accounting/pension/insurance/banking institution.
• Should be a committed Christian.
• Must be a person of unquestionable integrity.
• Should be 35 – 40 years old.

Projects Coordinator

Reporting to: Secretary General

Job Summary: The Executive Officer of the Board for Social Responsibility Board.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To identify and recommend to the General Assembly or the General Administration Committee new areas for research into community needs and the contribution the Church could made towards to meet social needs.
• To evaluate the contribution of projects to the changing needs of the community.
• To create awareness of development in the remote areas, to improve the standards of living and to advise the community on programs concerning social and material needs.
• To present to the General Assembly or General Administration Committee a written report on any matter to which it may wish to draw particular attention.
• To initiate where necessary, new projects in consultation with relevant bodies of the Church
• To liaise with Presbyteries, Parish Session individuals and other organizations who have ideals in the field of development and to make recommendations to them about initiating new projects and assist them to come with project proposals for funding.
• To analyse new projects, preparing them for funding, writing up descriptions, objectives, costing and, showing how the projects can become self reliant.
• To keep the public informed through newspapers and other media for general publicity, concerning the activities of the projects and invite visitors to see them.
• To supervise and oversee all Church projects and receive reports from them.
• To receive, administer and raise funds for Church projects.

Qualifications

• Should have a Bachelors Degree in Projects Management. A Diploma in Business Management/Human Resource and a Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
• Should have hand on experience in Project Management and fundraising
• Should have an experience of three and more years in a reputable NGO.
• Should be a committed Christian.
• Should be 35 – 45 years old.

Only qualified candidates should apply to:

Secretary General
Presbyterian Church of East Africa
P.O. Box 27573 – 00506
Nairobi

A recommendation letter from one’s religious leader should accompany the application to reach him not later than 15th October, 2011

Braeburn Schools Teaching and Laboratory Technician Job Vacancies in Kenya

The Braeburn Group of International Schools has 7 school compounds across Kenya.

Our children represent over 80 nationalities and we pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide.

All Braeburn Schools follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales. We prepare students for IGCSEs, A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), and National Diploma.

The following positions are available:

• IGCSE and A Level Mathematics and Physics
• IB HL and A Level Mathematics
• IGCSE and A Level History or Geography
• IGCSE and A Level Art
• Laboratory Technician

All applicants must have the relevant professional qualifications.

Previous working experience in a British Curriculum school will be an added advantage.

Closing Date for applications: 19 October 2011

All Braeburn employees are expected to commit themselves fully to the curricular and extra-curricular aspects of the schools. 

Apply immediately enclosing a letter of application, full CV, a recent passport photograph and the contacts of two referees via email to:

Email: peninah.wamwati@braeburn.ac.ke

More details can be found on our website: www.braeburn.com

MSF Switzerland OT Nurse Job in Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Kenya

MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to populations in need.

Job Title: OT Nurse

Location: Dagahaley, Dadaab Refugee Camp

Start date: as soon as possible

Length of contract: 1 year (renewable)

Main Tasks: Ensure the organisation of the nursing activity in the theatre to allow that the surgical activities are running well.

Function responsibilities:

• Know, apply and make sure universal hygiene standards and security rules are respected inside the threatre (routing of patients & linen)
• Manage reception and installation of the patients in the theatre room
• Prepare the theatre room for specific operations (materials, tables etc)
• Assist the Surgeon as a runner/scrub nurse, if need
• Ensure quality of the sterilization process
• Coordinate with all the other staff working in theatre (Anaesthetist, Surgeon) to set up priorities for the intervention
• Manage efficiently the pharmacy and medical equipment for the theatre: drug orders, follow-up of stock, storage conditions, inventories, follow-up of expired drugs and their destinations
• Transfer of information to the next duty team

Requirements:

• Diploma in Nursing and registered with Nursing Council of Kenya
• Specialization as theatre nurse an advantage
• At least 2 years experience in a busy set-up
• Fluent in English, good communication skills, negotiating and organisational skills.
• Humanitarian spirit, flexible and able to work in a demanding and challenging work environment, able to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.
• Motivated with a demonstrated ability to adapt to new working methods.
• Ability to live and work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.

Send your CV, motivation letter, copies of relevant documents, mentioning on the envelope “ Medical Coordinator” to:

The Medical Coordinator
MSF-Switzerland, Kenya Mission
P.O. Box 25091 – 00603
Lavington, Nairobi

Deadline: 21st October, 2011.

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted

Carbon Zero Kenya Data Entry and Upload Officer Job Vacancy (KShs 46,000 p.m.)

Job Title: Data Entry and Upload Officer

Based at: Nairobi, Kenya

Salary: 46,000KES Gross

Position reports to: Head of Data upload and Evaluation

Job Purpose Summary:

To support the implementation of energy efficient stove project s in Kenya, following Gold Standard and CDM protocol as required through data entry and upload.

Specifically, the DE Officer will screen all Carbon Zero Stove GPS pictures for quality, rename them accordingly and upload them to the relevant online database.

S/he will also ensure all distribution sheets are filled and uploaded as well as scanning and uploading of all carbon transfer forms.

The DEO will also be responsible for filing and storage of all project data (hard copies) and backup and storage of all other project data (soft copy). S/he will also with other relevant data as requested by the Country Projects Coordinator and/or the UK.

Responsibilities and accountabilities:

Main responsibilities

1. Uploading GPS images of stoves

• Receive all picture taken by field staff and screen them for accuracy, quality and GPS coordinates as per company standards and procedures
• Renaming and editing the images according to the serial numbers
• Uploading the images to the Carbon Zero Federation (CZFED)

2. Uploading Distribution sheets

• Receiving, organizing and filing of all builders forms/data collectors forms/quality check forms from field staff
• Performing quality checks for all the above data ensuring all forms are correctly filled
• Enter the relevant data into distribution sheets and upload to the CZFED

3. Uploading of Carbon transfer forms

• Receiving, organizing and filing of all Carbon Transfer forms from field staff
• Performing quality checks for the above ensuring forms are correctly filled
• Scan all forms and store/backup soft copies of the same
• Upload all scanned copies to the CZFED

4. Filing and back up of all project data

• File all hard copy data for all projects according to company standards and procedures, to provide a comprehensive and clearly referenced audit trail for all project data
• Ensure/undertake backup of all soft copy data for all project data

Secondary responsibilities

5. Reporting and documentation

• Preparation of progress reports (weekly) for assessment of work conducted and project progress
• Monitoring data collection and upload through the use of project data tracking tools

6. Generally

• Provide support to the Country Projects Coordinator and the UK office at all stages of the GS and CDM process as required
• Responsible for all equipment assigned to you – such as phones, laptops etc
• Work as part of the Data entry team, providing help and support to other team members when required
• Agree to follow the Code of Conduct as set out by the company for all employee’s

Minimum Qualification and Requirements:

• Non-for-profit background
• Strong experience in Data Entry and Evaluation
• Very good computer skills required
• Soft skills and personal work ethics
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to encourage a team-based approach
• The ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing)
• A logical mind with the capacity to overcome difficult problems creatively.
• Good organizational skills
• To be honest, discreet and trustworthy.
• An ability to work quickly and accurately.
• An eye for detail.
• An ability to work to deadlines

Please email your CV, Motivation Letter with 3 referees to hr@co2balance.com

Closing date for applications: 31st of October 2011 5pm

First interviews in Nairobi or via Skype: week 7th of November

Expecting starting date: week 14th of November