UN Women Programme Analyst - Nairobi, Kenya

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Position: Programme Analyst

Type of Appointment: Service Contract

Post Level: SB 5

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration of the Initial Contract: 12 Months

Application Deadline: 16th December 2011

I. Background

Under the guidance of the RPD, the Programme Analyst acts as a manager of and advisor to Senior Management on all aspects of Sub-Regional Office (SRO) Programmes, oversees the programme portfolio for all Country offices in the Region.

The main role is to manage country programmes including continued monitoring of implementation.

The Programme analyst leads the programme team in strategic planning and identifies new programme areas while ensuring consistency with UNDAF/ CPD priorities and creative responses to emerging challenges and opportunities.

The Programme Analyst heads and supervises Programme team and works in close collaboration with the Management Support and Business Development, Operations team in the SRO, Programme staff in other UN Agencies, UN Women HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society to successfully implement the UN Women programme in the Region.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field
• 7 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services.
• Hands-on experience in design, RBM, monitoring and evaluation of development projects and establishing inter-relationships among international organization and national governments.

III. Application procedure

Interested and qualified Kenyan Nationals are advised to apply online after a careful perusal of 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 December 2011) will not be given consideration.

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

Kenya Power - Continuous Improvement Officer

Kenya Power is an ISO 9001 Certified Company and is seeking to recruit a Continuous Improvement Officer in its Quality Assurance Department.

The successful candidate will coordinate and manage continuous improvement projects in order to accomplish measureable business process improvements ¡n all functions of the Company.

Continuous Improvement Officer II

1 Post

Job Ref: HR: KPLC1/5CB/324

Reporting to the Senior Quality Assurance Officer, the successful candidate will be allocated duties covering;

• Planning, designing and accomplishing key improvement projects.
• Providing expert knowledge for continuous improvement methods in projects to improve quality, reduce cost and improve customer service.
• Developing, implementing and maintaining Six Sigma/Lean polices (within ISO structure).
• Training employees on Continuous Improvement methodology.
• Developing plans and proposals for improvement.
• Establishing methods for reviewing and implementing employee suggestions on process improvements.
• Coordinating assigned pilot implementation projects that affect the key performance metrics.
• Monitoring Continuous Improvement progress Companywide, using various key metrics and indicators of progress.
• Communicating success of improvement projects to other business units and ensuring consistency of implemented programs.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned.

Appointment Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Business Administration or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification or demonstrable willingness to achieve the level within the first year.
• ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems with working knowledge of Q-Pulse System.
• Knowledge and experience with Lean Elements such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Events and Project Management will be an added advantage.
• At least four (4) years relevant work experience in manufacturing or service industry and production control.
• Assertive and team player.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• IT user skills.

Interested persons should send their applications, CVs, copies of certificates and relevant testimonials, reliable telephone contact and names of three referees to:

Chief Manager, Human Resources & Administration
Kenya Power
P 0 Box 30099 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

(Quote job reference on the envelope).

Applicants may also e-mail copies of their applications and scanned copies of their testimonials to recruitment@kplc.co.ke so as to reach not later than Friday, 16th December 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be notified.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Kenya Power is an equal opportunity employer

World Vision - Senior Finance Officer - Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Country: Kenya

Location: Nairobi

Closing Date: December 16 2011

Purpose of the position:

To oversee the EARO Core accounting unit by managing the payments, cash disbursement, SA & payroll processing and financial reporting so as to promote financial stewardship and accountability

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

• Bachelors degree and/or CPA (K)/ACCA
• Minimum 5 Years experience in Accounting roles with 3 years on a similar position
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial systems, budget/cash-flow monitoring and internal accounting controls
• Knowledge of and experience with government grant regulations and financial reporting requirements preferred
• Must have good working knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably Sun Systems & Vision.
• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office programs
• Good oral/written and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work on a cross-cultural environment with a multi-national staff.

Job Details

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates who wish to apply for this position should send an application letter and detailed CV to wvaro_recruit@wvi.org by 15th December, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

As a child-focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

Our Vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so

Export Processing Zones Authority - Receptionist and Driver

Export Processing Zones Authority is a state corporation established through an act of parliament cap 517 to oversee all aspects of development of Export Processing Zones (EPZs) in Kenya.

The economic objectives of EPZ program include employment creation, export diversifications / expansion, investment attraction, technology transfer and backward linkages between the EPZs and domestic suppliers.

The Authority has the following vacant posts.

Receptionist

Qualification and Experience

• Diploma in Business Administration or Management
• Knowledge of Administration and Clerical Procedures
• Knowledge of Customer Care, Principles and Practice
• IT Savvy
• More than two years experience in a busy front office.

Key Competencies

• Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Customer Care Orientation
• Professional Personal Presentation
• Information Management Skills
• Organization and planning skills
• Attention to details
• Demonstrate initiative and reliability

Driver

Qualification and Experience

• ‘O’ Level Certificate with a minimum of C+, a Diploma will be an added advantage
• Clean Driving License Class B.C.E.
• 5 years proven experience in a busy working environment
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Posses a Certificate of Good Conduct
• Posses a Certificate of Occupational Test for Drivers
• Posses a Certificate in Intensive Defensive Driving
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Have First Aid Skills
• Display Positive Attitude to work

Applications addressed to:

Chief Executive Officer
P.O. Box 50563 – 00200,
Nairobi

Should be received not later than 14th December 2011.

EPZA is an equal opportunity employer

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