FHI360 Finance Officer, Senior Data Manager (Monitoring & Evaluation) and Senior Data Manager (Monitoring & Evaluation)

FHI360 is a global health and development organization whose rigorous, science-based approach builds programs that create lasting change.

Founded in 1971, FHI360 maintains offices and staff worldwide, helping to forge strong local relationships that enable us to make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity – improving lives for millions.

We seek qualified candidates for the following positions.

Finance Officer

Location: APHIAplus Project - Rift Valley Province - Kenya

Reference #: FHI360-FO-008

Basic Function: Responsible for General Finance Office functions for the APHIAplus project in Nakuru, Rift Valley Province.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of internally managed sub agreements.
• Review and processing of payments to vendors.
• Review and processing of staff travel and program advances
• Preparation of office monthly financial reports.
• Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts - Travel, program, petty cash & bank.
• Review and prepare budgets for project activities.
• Assisting in review of Partners Financial Reports

Minimum Requirements:

• University degree in Commerce or Business Accounting or CPA (K).
• Minimum five years of progressive working experience in similar environment with adequate exposure to project accounting, financial management including budgeting, grants and contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• A good command of oral and written English language.
• Experience working with an international organization will be an added advantage.

Senior Data Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation

Location: APHIAplus Project - Rift Valley Province - Kenya

Reference #: FHI360- SDM-009

Basic Function:

The Senior Data Manager will be part of the M&E team at APHIAplus and will work under the supervision of the Associate Director M&E.

He/she will manage and maintain a comprehensive information resource for programs, ensure consistency and integrity of data; oversee collection and reporting of complex, related information.

Interpret data, including statistical values, and provide advice and consultation regarding implications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing support and guidance to project and implementing partner staff on indicator definitions, routine data collection, collation and reporting according to GOK and USAID requirements.
• Implement USG Results Management guidelines at both project and implementing partner level in all data management activities.
• Provide technical guidance in designing, development and use of data capture tools to meet project requirements.
• Develop and design a functional system for collecting, organizing, interpreting and classifying information for input into electronic databases.
• Coordination of collection of USAID’s/APHIAplus program activities data from the five site offices.
• Perform needs assessment and work with information systems personnel at project and implementing partner level to determine feasibility of development of new databases and enhancements or modifications to existing databases.
• Develop/enhance information systems to capture, transmit, store, retrieve, manipulate and display information with accompanying Standard Operating Procedures.
• Offer technical support in management of project data base to meet data requirements for APHIAplus and other stakeholders.
• Assist in the compilation of quarterly, semi and annual reports to the USAID and ad hoc program data and reports.
• Build the capacity of project and partner staff on data management and Monitoring & Evaluation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science, Demography, Epidemiology, Public Health, Mathematics or a related field.
• MS/MA with 3-5 years relevant experience or BA/BS/Degree with 5-7 years progressive work experience.
• Computer proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following programs: SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, Stata, Ms Access and MS_SQL.
• Demonstrated experience with Health Management Information Systems.

Senior Data Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation

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Location: ROADS II Project - Nairobi - Kenya

Reference #: FHI360- SDM-010

Basic Function:

The Senior Data Manager will coordinate data management and analysis focusing specifically on developing and maintaining systems for collecting and managing data to measure a regional project’s (ROADS II) implementation, quality assurance, documentation and reporting.

The ROADS project implements HIV/AIDS prevention and mitigation programs in several countries in East, central and Southern Africa region.

He/she will build capacity of country teams in designing/ revising data collection tools, management and use of data management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance in data management and analysis.
• Oversee project Management of Information Systems (MIS).
• Analyze, design, develop and deploy applications for capturing, managing and reporting project data.
• Improve and maintain project applications.
• Design and develop relational databases for new project initiatives.
• Coordinate and monitor quality control for project data through but not limited to enforcing and monitoring both relational and temporal consistency checks in databases.
• Offer technical assistance and build capacity of ROADS II staff, strategic and implementing partners in designing and implementing standardized data management systems.
• Produce regular, periodic and ad hoc reports through, but not limited to writing views to retrieve data for analysis as well as convert data to formats required by program and technical teams.
• Offer technical support in database management to meet regional and country data requirements for FHI 360/ROADS II program and technical staff and partners.
• Participate in design, development and testing of project data collection tools.
• Assist in the compilation of quarterly, annual and ad hoc program data and reports.
• Advice and promote best practices in data management and analysis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science, Demography, Epidemiology, Public Health, Mathematics or a related field.
• MS/MA with 3-5 years relevant experience or BA/BS/Degree with 5-7 years progressive work experience.
• Computer proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following programs: SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, Stata, Ms Access and MS_SQL.
• Demonstrated experience with Health Management Information Systems.

FHI360 has a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter

or apply via email to: Kenya-HR@fhi360.org

Please specify source in your application and quote the Reference # provided on the subject line while sending your application, CV/resume including salary requirements, to be received not later than November 18, 2011.

Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted

Grain Bulk Handlers - Assistant Legal Counsel - Mombasa, Kenya

Grain Bulk Handlers Limited is the market leader in handling bulk grain in the port of Mombasa.

We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the following vacancy at our grain terminal.

Assistant Legal Counsel

The position reports to the Legal Counsel.

The incumbent will ensure that all Company interests are legally protected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hold periodical meetings with external lawyers and discuss files handled by them and report findings to the Legal Counsel.
• Keep an upto date schedule on matters dismissed, cleared and judgements entered against the Company.
• Keep an upto date schedule of costs incurred; in both civil and criminal cases.
• Review court awards and advise if decretal sums are to be paid or to appeal against the court judgement(s).
• Review court files from time to time and advise whether or not to settle.
• Receive court summons and lead the investigation team.
• Confirm that documents forwarded to external lawyers are the correct ones.
• Attend court proceedings instituted against the Company and prepare witnesses who attend court to give evidence on behalf of Company.
• Monitor court files and ensure that external lawyers are handling their cases well.

Essential Qualifications and skills:

• An LLB degree from a recognized University.
• Diploma from The Kenya School of Law.
• Arbitration and CPS qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 Years practical experience as an In-house Legal Counsel in a busy business environment.
• Working Knowledge of Project Finance.
• Hands on experience in Commercial Law.
• Competent with Computer Software Packages.
• Have a valid Driving license
• Team Player with good communication and interpersonal people management skills

If you are the ideal candidate and are looking to build your career as an In-House Legal Practice, send your application together with a detailed CV to the address below.

Human Resource and Administration Manager.
P.O.Box 80469 - 80100,
Mombasa

Or Email it to: gbh@grainbulk.com

Grain Bulk Handlers Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date 19th November 2011

Procurement Officer - Nairobi, Kenya (KShs 50,000 - 70,000 p.m.)

Our client is an ICT firm based in Westlands.

The client is looking to employ a procurement officer.

The Procurement Officer is responsible for effectively manage the purchasing and supplies management functions through the application of professional procurement and inventory management practices to maximise value from externally sourced products and services.

The position is responsible for developing focused strategies for procurement of products and services, supported with favourable service agreements and to offer advice and direction to staff and management, as required, with regard to procurement in support of the business objectives.

In addition, the job must coordinate cost effective disposal of assets in accordance with Bank policies and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and carryout pre-procurement activities in line with and in support of business objectives.
• Work closely with other departments to create and deliver procurement strategies, policies and procedures which support the aspirations of all business units.
• Apply strategies which ensure continued supply of high quality and cost competitive products and services to the Bank.
• Study market trends and establish practical market knowledge to determine reliable suppliers of goods and services for the Bank.
• Facilitate user departments in needs assessment and to write clear specifications.
• Interact with users to prioritize their needs and prepare analysis reports.
• Develop prequalification lists according to Bank regulations and guidelines.
• Document for approval procurement plans and schedules
• In liaison with Head of Corporate Affairs develop tools and apply professional procurement techniques to the purchase of goods and services
• Negotiate and apply appropriate supply agreements for goods and services. When in place ensure these are appropriately managed and updated.
• Salary is a gross of 50-70k.

Qualifications & Experience

• A good University degree in Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration or Accounting;.
• A recognised professional qualification in procurement;
• Membership of a professional procurement body;
• Minimum of 3 years procurement experience in a senior role
• Ability to work with suppliers and build long term competitive supply relationships.
• Ability to analyse data and give presentations to all levels of management
• Ability to influence, communicate effectively and work with minimum supervision.

Other Attributes

• Excellent Negotiation skills
• Analytical and presentation skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Results driven and pro-activity
• Cultural awareness
• Attention to detail
• Concern for standards
• High level of integrity

If qualified send CV only to jobs@staff-kenya.com indicating the title on the subject line.

Do not attach certificates.

Corporate Staffing Services
Suite 3, 13th floor, Development House, Nairobi.
Email: jobs@staff-kenya.com

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

UN Women - Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer - Nairobi, Kenya

Position: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer

Type of Appointment: Service Contract

Post Level: SB4

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration of the Initial Contract: 12 Months

Application Deadline: 16th November 2011

Background

United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Country Office in the East and Horn of Africa, including Kenya focus on addressing issues of women's poverty, violence against women (VAW) and governance in post conflict situation and in peace through initiating and supporting mechanisms and processes that call for accountability of duty bearers to the principles of gender equality and women's Human rights; contributing to the increase of women's security in both the private and public sphere; and providing concrete support to women's organizations and networks.

UN Women is seeking a Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Officer (PME & R Officer) to support the Kenya country office in ensuring that results are well articulated in the programme development processes; results are tracked and documented; and that both internal and external reports capture the actual changes that are happening as a result of the UN Women initiatives. Special emphasis of the monitoring process will be on monitoring qualitative changes based on the theory of change stated in the programme design.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Gender or women's studies, social sciences, international relations, or a related field
• A minimum of 7 years experience in monitoring, evaluation and results-based management
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in reporting (internal and donors) using results based management principles
• Demonstrated knowledge of bilateral and multirateral donors reporting requirements
• Demonstrated experience of assessing progress and sustainability of projects/ programmes of identifying timely corrective action
• Demonstrated experience of building and maintain a reliable M&E database on the status of project implementation, delivery, evaluations and reporting
• A minimum of 2 years of experience of supporting capacity of the partner organizations in the 3 areas of planning, M&E and reporting
• Experience of evaluating the effective and efficient use of project inputs and impact.
• Experience of working in teams and coordinating with project/programme personnel located in distant offices
• Experience of producing M&E Guidelines, frameworks, training material
• Demonstrated experience in capturing learning and documenting knowledge

Application procedure

Interested and qualified Kenyan Nationals are advised to apply online after a careful perusal or the Terms of References with the details of the duties and responsibilities, competencies, qualifications and experience required.

Apply through: http://jobs.undp.org

The successful applicant shall be entitled to an attractive remuneration package as per advertised grade and commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience applicant.

UN WOMEN reserves the right to offer the position to the best suited candidate with re-classification to a lower salary grade, if none of candidates meet all the requirements.

Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date (16th November 2011) will not be given consideration.

Please note that only applicants who are short-listed will be contacted