Invitation to Independent Consultants - Feasibility Study

Expression of Interest
A faith based agency that is involved in programmes aimed at uplifting the social economic welfare of its members, invites Expression of Interest from Independent Consultants with expertise in community based financial services development in Africa.

The successful consultant will be expected to conduct a feasibility study to enable the agency seek licence to establish a nationwide fully-fledged deposit-taking, member-based microfinance organisation (MFO).

The MFO is expected to deliver a wide range of pro-poor financial services to Kenyans.

Apart from encouraging a saving culture, the MFO will provide low-cost credit facilities.

The organisation will also provide pro-poor specialized products, including investment advice and entrepreneurship training to all its clientele without discrimination.

The Expression of Interest should be accompanied by detailed CV of the consult and proof of having undertaken similar assignment(s) in the recent past.

Submission instructions:
Expressions of interest should be sent so as to be received at the address below no later than 4th November 2011.

DN/A.1125
P.O. Box 49010-00100
GPO, Nairobi

Vi Agroforestry Programme Regional Finance Manager - Eastern Africa Region Job Vacancy - Nairobi, Kenya

The Vi Agroforestry Programme is an international non political, non religious and non for profit organization with head office Sweden, registered in in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda as a non-governmental organization.

Vi Agroforestry support small-scale farmers to reduce poverty and improve livelihoods through sustainable farming, microfinance and business development.

The Regional Office for Eastern Africa is based in Nairobi, Kenya and it supports partner organizations and programmes at both national and regional level in four countries in Eastern Africa. The role of the Regional Office is to monitor results and ensure quality in all operations.

The Regional Office is recruiting the position of Regional Finance Manager.

Reporting to the Regional Director, the major duties and responsibility will include:

• Be the overall in charge of financial management of Vi Agroforestry Eastern Africa operations
• Coordinate the budgeting process for the Region
• Ensure smooth contract management processes with partner organizations, donor agencies and service providers
• Ensure compliance of all Vi supported operations in Eastern Africa
• Undertake monitoring of all Vi Eastern Africa operations
• Provide technical assistance in financial management and administration to partner organizations, projects and programmes
• Carry out capacity building of partner organizations
• Support the Regional team in training and development processes
• Ensure effective and efficient administration of the Regional Office in Eastern Africa

The candidate we are looking for should be a holder of MBA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management, or Economics. 

The individual should also be a Chartered/Certified Accountant (CPA — K, ACCA) and has an affiliation and an active member of a professional accounting body. 

In addition, he/she should have at least 5 years relevant work experience in an International NGO, (3 of which should have been at senior management level) with overall responsibility for the finance function.

The individual must possess strong facilitation skills, and have proven ability to manage change processes which are of prime importance for this position. 

Knowledge of iScala accounting software will be an added advantage.

For the full profile of the job, please check the following websites:
www.sccportal.org/africa or www.strategicdimensions.co.ke

Application letter indicating a brief statement why you qualify for the job should be accompanied with a detailed CV and names of at least three (3) professional referees, daytime telephone contact, and current and expected monthly remunerations (monthly gross salary and cash benefits) to reach the address below before the close of business on Tuesday 1st November
2011. 

(Please do not attach certificates and testimonials at this point). 

Executive Selection, Strategic Dimensions Limited
Management and Development Consultants
E-mail: info@strategicdl.com
(Only short listed candidates will be contacted)

Del Monte Agriculture Supervisors

We are looking for suitable candidates to fill the above mentioned positions in our Agriculture Department.

The positions will be responsible for:-

1. Planning, organizing, supervising and co-ordinating labour, equipment and materials.

2. Monitoring performance of each activity and directing necessary corrections.

3. Providing timely and accurate reports on work performance.

4. Performing administrative duties, training and motivating subordinates.

5. Ensure efficiency to meet the set targets both in quality and quantity.

The ideal candidates should meet the following requirements;

• Age between 25 to 35 years.
• Should be a holder of a degree in Agriculture or a closely related course.
• Diploma holders with over 5 years experience will be considered.
• Candidates with experience in Agricultural Operations will have an added advantage.
• Must be Computer literate.
• Holders of a Driving Licence will have an added advantage.
• Must be capable of working independently, without close supervision and meet strict deadlines.
• Must be a team player.

If you believe you fit the required profile, please apply in confidence to the addresses below by 31st October, 2011 providing a curriculum vitae that contains details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current remuneration, day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees.

The Human Resources Manager
Del Monte Kenya Limited
P O Box 147, Thika – 01000

or e-mail: hrkenya@freshdelmonte.com

Pan-African Media Company Senior Sales Job Opportunities

We are a dynamic multi-platform media organization, creating products for television, print, the internet and mobile phones.

Due to the expansion of our number of partnerships we are looking to expand and focus our marketing operations, requiring a driven sales professional.

Job Description:

• Design marketing campaigns
• Manage the strategies for a variety of products
• Create sales leads
• Meet customers face to face
• Close, Close, Close!

Key Competencies

• Organizational abilities
• Quick study, who can develop knowledge of many products
• Good listener who engages clients effectively
• Someone who keeps up to date on African news
• The Ability to Close, Close, Close!

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 years sales and marketing experience
• Proven record of sales

If you are confident, aggressive, won't take no for an answer, you are who we are looking for. Payment package is performance based.

To apply for this position send your CV to info@a24media.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted