Self Help Africa - Finance Officer

Self Help Africa is an International NGO supporting rural development projects in nine African countries in order to reduce poverty among rural communities through local demand-driven initiatives in agriculture.

Our goal is to support smallholder farmers to improve their livelihoods in a viable and sustainable manner.

We work with rural communities to bring sustainable solutions to the causes of hunger and poverty; enables local people to tackle challenges in ways which are practical, cost effective, and sustainable.

Self Help Africa seeks to recruit suitable candidate to fill the position of:

Finance Officer

Reporting to the Head of Finance and Administration, the Finance Officer will be directly responsible for timely and accurate monitoring, recording and reporting of all financial transactions.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Monitoring, recording and reporting all financial transactions in field projects and support offices
• Guided by the Head of Finance, ensure compliance to Government of Kenya, SHA and donor financial policies and procedures.
• Participate in the preparation and revision of annual budgets
• Assist project teams and partners in preparation and monitoring of project budgets
• Prepare budget comparison to expenditure and report on variances
• Prepare monthly bank and ledger reconciliations
• Prepare project cash-flow forecast
• Management of petty cash
• Preparation of monthly payroll and timely remitting of all statutory deductions to the respective authorities
• Maintaining an efficient and transparent filling system
• Assisting with procurement to ensure conformity to government of Kenya, SHA and donor requirements
• Maintaining and updating the fixed assets register and inventory management

Pre-requisites:

• A bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Business Administration (Accounting/Finance option)
• Fully qualified accountant – CPA or ACCA
• A minimum of 3 years experience in accounting and finance preferably in the NGO sector
• Knowledge of accounting principles and hands on experience of using computerized financial accounting systems
• Proficiency in IT applications such as word, excel, power point and internet
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Dynamic, hardworking, result oriented and able to work with minimum supervision
• A strong commitment to the aims, objectives and values of SHA programme in Kenya
• High level of integrity and high standards of personal conduct

Self help Africa is committed to equal employment opportunities and diversity

How to apply

The Job Description with Person Specification and the Application Form can be downloaded at: www.selfhelpafrica.com (Go to Rest of the World, then About us Column and click on the Recruitment section)

Please send a covering letter and completed application form by E-mail only to pauline.mungo@selfhelpafrica.org

(Do not send certificates and testimonials at this stage)

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: Thursday 8th December, 2011

Solidarity Centre - Program Coordinator - Nairobi, Kenya

The American Center for International Labor Solidarity (Solidarity Center), an International NGO focused on labor and worker rights issues, is seeking candidates for a Program Coordinator.

The Program Coordinator works under the direct supervision of the Country Program Director (CPD).

The Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the development, writing and implementation of all Solidarity Center programming within East Africa.

S/he must be thoroughly conversant with all aspects of program activities and current events relevant to the on-going political, economic and social developments in the region.

The program Coordinator will be based in Nairobi but must be able to travel frequently within Kenya and East Africa.

Basic Qualifications: The Program Coordinator must have a bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, labor relations, or related fields and/or at least five (5) years equivalent work experience.

Candidates should have a good understanding of the main trade union issues in East Africa Region. Previous experience with an international NGO or trade union is strongly desired.

S/he must have strong project management and leadership skills and be capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously.

Excellent communication and writing skills in English and verbal skills in Kiswahili are required. Fluency in French and/or Arabic is highly desirable.

Computer literacy for word processing and simple Excel spreadsheets is a must.

Proven ability to work well within a team as well as independently is also important.

Specific Duties:

• Build strong relationships with the trade union partners in the region.
• Write, develop and conduct training on worker and union-focused issues.
• Assist in or lead the implementation and facilitation of training programs.
• Provide advice and guidance to the CPD for the development and implementation of the programs.
• Produce well-written program reports and evaluations.
• Conduct research and data collection.
• Assist in the budget preparation for training activities, managing of project expenditures, financial reporting and budget tracking.
• Coordinate with headquarters office in Washington and other field offices within Africa as needed.
• Must have the experience and presence necessary to represent accurately and effectively the policies and programs of the organization in public fora and in private meetings with national and international, public and private donors and partner organizations.

To apply, please send a cover letter, detailed CV, three references and a writing sample of professional work (not to exceed 5 pages) from previous employment on or before December 12, 2011 to:

Solidarity Center
P.O. Box 42316
00100-Nairobi
E-mail: acils@acils.or.ke

Managing Director - Tanzania

Are you results driven?

Do you have what it takes to drive company growth initiatives?

Are you ready for a regional Challenge?

Our client, a leading Miller of high-end products in Tanzania is searching for a Managing Director with hands on experience in production management, business development and people management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for Plant Operations from production planning and plant optimization, procurement, marketing, logistics to managing staff in a strong union environment.

She/he will develop & implement medium – term growth strategies and operating systems and processes for sustained performance and ensure that the company delivers the expected annual turnover and production targets.

Key Qualification, Experience & Skills

• Degree in Engineering, Business or Food technology/science;
• Masters Degree in Business Administration will be an added advantage;
• 7 years of experience in Milling industry at senior management level
• Strong financial management with business acumen.
• Excellent strategic thinking, managerial and decision making skills
• Good negotiation and analytical skills,
• Demonstrated administrative, communication and people management skills,
• Proven investment management ability.
• Intercultural competence & result oriented with a clear determination to succeed.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current and expected remuneration, e-mail and telephone contacts, to reach us not later than December 14, 2011 and addressed to: recruit@maxworthassociates.com

Kitengela International School - Teachers, Nurse / Matron and Drivers Jobs in Kenya

We wish to recruit dynamic and result oriented professionals to fill the following positions

Head Teacher KISC School - Msa Road Campus {Great wall Estate} and Head Teacher Shalom Girls High School

Minimum requirements: B. Ed., 3 yrs work experience as a head teacher or 5 yrs as a senior teacher in a leading High. For the Primary School-Candidates with Dip. Or P1 with 5 yrs experience as senior teachers may also apply. Age 30 – 45. Knowledge of the British National Curriculum is an added advantage

Teachers – Kindergarten to Std 6 - Mombasa Road and Main School

Minimum requirements: P1 certificate, 3 yrs work experience in similar position.

Kindergarten teachers must have a diploma in ECDE/KHA

School Nurse / Matron

Minimum requirements:Must be KRN/KRCHN, Age 30 – 45, 3 yrs experience in the
same position. The successful candidate should be an all round mature lady, able to live
within the school compound.

Drivers

Minimum requirements: O-level education, Driving license class ABCE, PSV, Certificate of good conduct, 3 yrs experience preferably in an educational institution.

Shalom Girls High School - Teachers

Minimum requirements:, B Ed . Form 1 – 4 with the following subject combinations
Geography/Maths, Biology/Chemistry/Agriculture, English/ Literature, Kiswahili/History/
CRE, Physics/Maths,

Admissions are going on in all schools:

Pre school-std 6 and Form 1- 3.

Applications with detailed CV including three (3) referees, copies of certificates and testimonials should be addressed to:

The Manager,
Kitengela International School,
P.O Box 473-00204, Athi River

OR email to kiscshalomschsprincipal@gmail.com

To reach us not later than 10th December 2011